Ana Gonzalez Appointed Chair of California Transportation Commission’s Interagency Equity Advisory Committee

Jurupa Valley, CA — The Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ) proudly announces that its Executive Director, Ana Gonzalez, has been appointed Chair of the Interagency Equity Advisory Committee (IEAC) for the California Transportation Commission (CTC).

The Interagency Equity Advisory Committee was established to ensure that California’s transportation investments and policies advance equity, address historic disparities, and prioritize the needs of underserved communities. As Chair, Gonzalez will help guide statewide strategies that integrate equity into transportation planning, funding decisions, and infrastructure investments.

Gonzalez brings years of leadership in environmental justice and community advocacy to the role. She has served as a member of the Interagency Equity Advisory Committee for the past three years, contributing her expertise and perspective to the committee’s work advancing equitable transportation policies. Under her direction, CCAEJ has become a leading voice in advancing clean air, equitable transportation, and community-centered environmental policy throughout Inland Southern California and across the state.

“It is an honor to serve as Chair of the Interagency Equity Advisory Committee,” said Ana Gonzalez. “Transportation decisions have profound impacts on our communities’ health, access to opportunity, and quality of life. I look forward to working with partners across California to ensure that historically underserved communities have a meaningful voice in shaping transportation policies and investments.”

The IEAC works collaboratively with multiple state agencies to ensure transportation initiatives align with California’s climate goals, economic opportunities, and environmental justice priorities. As Chair, Gonzalez will help strengthen partnerships between government agencies, community organizations, and policymakers to ensure equitable outcomes in transportation planning.

For more information, visit www.catc.ca.gov.

About the Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ)

Founded more than 45 years ago, the Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ) is one of the Inland Empire’s leading grassroots organizations dedicated to advancing environmental justice and community empowerment. CCAEJ works to secure clean air and water, improve public health, and promote sustainable land-use practices through organizing, policy advocacy, and leadership development. The organization partners with residents, small businesses, and local governments to ensure that all communities—especially those most impacted by industrial pollution—have a voice in shaping a healthier, more equitable future.To learn more, visit ccaej.org.

About the Interagency Equity Advisory Committee (IEAC)

Started in 2023, the Committee consists of up to 15 members and is intended to elevate diverse and historically marginalized voices.  During open public meetings, members review, advise, and provide recommendations to shape transportation-related plans, programs, and policies developed by CalSTA, Caltrans, and the California Transportation Commission.