Awards & Innovations

San Joaquin RTD has introduced the following innovations to its service

Awards

2021

  • AT&T and Government Technology Magazine: 2021 District of the Year — RTD was awarded District of the Year for embracing and embedding innovation and technology in its organization while adapting to a year of radical changes.
  • AT&T and Government Technology Magazine: 2021 Leadership — Gloria Salazar was recognized for her effective response to changing conditions and successful navigation through the COVID-19 pandemic

2020

2019

  • Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Environmental Excellence Award – RTD was honored for its Electric Bus Rapid Transit Route 44 project.
  • Family Resource and Referral Center (FRRC) “Action on Behalf of Children” (ABC) Public Agency Award – RTD was honored for its commitment to providing family-oriented programs, such as the “Stuff the Bus” and Books on Buses, as well as taking part in children and family-oriented events.
  • Graphic Design USA Award – the Marketing team received the award for their electric bus branding and graphics for the All-Electric BRT Buses.
  • Women in Transportation Seminar (WTS) Rosa Parks Diversity Award — RTD was honored for its emphasis on creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.
  • San Joaquin County Commission on the Status of Women Susan B. Anthony Award – Donna DeMartino was honored with the award for her leadership at RTD and for dedicating her time to the community.
  • American Public Transportation Association (APTA) AdWheel Awards – RTD received two First Place awards for its Rosa Parks and Care Connection campaigns.
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Excellence in Reporting – 16th consecutive year

2018

  • Outstanding Public Transportation System Achievement – American Public Transportation Association (APTA)
  • Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Innovative Transportation Solution Award – Woman of the Year – Donna DeMartino
  • American Public Transportation Association AdWheels Award – “Best Marketing and Communications Educational Effort – Social Media Storytelling Category for #RTDStories
  • Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Award of Excellence – Route 47/49: BRT Pre-Launch Teaser Campaign
  • California Transportation Foundation (CTF) Award – Sustainable Transportation/Environmental Category – For Route 44 all-electric conversion
  • Comstock Magazine – CEO Donna DeMartino was chosen for a profile in the women in leadership issue
  • American Heart Association 2018 Workplace Health Achievement Index – Bronze Level
  • Sierra Club Mother Lode Chapter – Outstanding Public Official of the Year – CEO Donna DeMartino
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Excellence in Reporting – 15th consecutive year

2017

  • Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Award of Merit in the Advertising Campaign Category for the TV Commercial – “The Places You Can Go on RTD!”
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Excellence in Reporting – 14th consecutive year
  • Central Valley Asian-American Chamber of Commerce – Gloria Salazar was honored at their “Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling,” women in leadership event

2016

  • Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Sacramento Chapter – Woman of the Year – Donna DeMartino
  • Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) – Excellence in the Practice of Construction Management – Regional Transportation Center
  • Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce – FRESH Employee of the Year – Nancy Antonio

2015

  • Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Awards of Merit, Event – Fall Festival
  • Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Awards of Merit, Integrated Marketing Campaign – Patriot Recognition Campaign
  • Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Awards of Merit, Single Advertising Campaign – RTD’s 50th Anniversary Video
  • Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce – FRESH Employer of the Year – Employee Wellness Program
  • American Heart Association – Gold Achievement in American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Program
  • American Public Transportation Association (APTA) – AdWheel Award – Patriot Recognition Campaign
  • San Joaquin A+ – Spirit of Literacy Award – Books on Buses
  • Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Sacramento Chapter – Employer of the Year Award – San Joaquin RTD
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2014 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (12th Consecutive Year)

2014

  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2013 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (11th Consecutive Year)
  • Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Award of Excellence & Best in Show: Business-to-Consumer: Integrated Marketing campaign – Electric Bus Launch Campaign
  • Central California Safety Council – Bus Driver Safety Award – Coach Operator Christy Benson

2013

  • California Transportation Foundation (CTF) – Transportation Awards Small Transit Project of the Year – Metro Express Hammer Corridor (Route 43)
  • Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce Business Awards – 2013 Business Manager of the Year – Donna DeMartino
  • Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Award of Excellence, Integrated Campaign – Metro Express Hammer Corridor
  • American Public Transportation Association (APTA) – AdWheel Award, Video Presentation – Metro Express Video
  • San Joaquin Valley Blueprint Awards – Award of Merit, Mixed Use Project – Hammer Triangle Station
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2012 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (10th Consecutive Year)

2012

  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2011 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (9th Consecutive Year)

2011

  • Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Award of Merit – “Stuff the Bus” Food Drive
  • Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) – Compass Award of Merit – As The Wheels Turn Newspaper Insert
  • San Joaquin Valley Blueprint Awards – Award of Achievement – Downtown Transit Center
  • Central California Safety Council – Safety Employee of the Year Award – Coach Operator Joe Johnson
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2010 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (8th Consecutive Year)

2010

  • Transit Marketing & Communications Association (TMCA) – Compass Award of Merit – Metro Hopper Integrated Marketing Campaign
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2009 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (7th Consecutive Year)

2009

  • CalACT – Transportation Manager of the Year – Donna DeMartino
  • Transit Marketing & Communications Association (TMCA) – Compass Award of Merit – Delta College Marketing Campaign
  • Stockton Planning Commission – Award of Excellence – Mall Transfer Station
  • San Joaquin County Safety Council – Safe Driver Award – Coach Operator Leroy Goo
  • National Safety Council – Safe Driver of the Year for the Pacific Region – Coach Operator Leroy Goo
  • American Public Transportation Association (APTA) – AdWheel Grand Award Winner, Electronic Media Category – Fare Increase Radio Campaign
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2008 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (6th Consecutive Year)

2008

  • San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) – Award for Regional Excellence, Honorable Mention – Metro Express
  • Stockton Cultural Heritage Board – Glenn Allen Award – Downtown Transit Center (DTC)
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2007 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (5th Consecutive Year)

2007

  • San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) – Award for Regional Excellence, Infrastructure – Downtown Transit Center (DTC)
  • Stockton Planning Commission – Award of Excellence – Downtown Transit Center (DTC)
  • California Association for Coordinated Transportation (CalACT) – Transit Agency of the Year
  • National Electrical Contractors Association – Project Excellence Award –Downtown Transit Center (DTC)
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2006 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (4th Consecutive Year)

2006

  • San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) – Award for Regional Excellence, Infrastructure – Hopper Service
  • Employer Resource Institute (ERI) – Great California Workplace Contest, Honorable Mention
  • American Public Transportation Association (APTA) – AdWheel Award, Promotional Materials – DTC Grand Opening Candy Bar Wrapper
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2005 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (3rd Consecutive Year)

2005

  • San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) – Regional Excellence, Honorable Mention – Low Emission Hybrid Buses
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2004 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (Consecutive Year)

2004

  • Transit Marketing & Communications Association (TMCA) – Tranny Award – Coloring & Activity Book
  • San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) – Award for Regional Excellence, Community Involvement – Stuff the Bus
  • Targeted Opportunities to Prevent Pollution (TOPPS) – Award for Environmental Excellence (Outstanding Efforts in Pollution Prevention) – Low-Emission Diesel-Electric Hybrid Buses
  • Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2003 – Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

2003

  • Targeted Opportunities to Prevent Pollution (TOPSS) – Premier Pollution Preventer (P3) Award – All Categories

2002

  • Transit Marketing & Communications Association (TMCA) – Tranny Award- System Map

2001

  • Transit Marketing & Communications Association (TMCA) – Tranny Award – RTD Website
  • San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) Regional Excellence, Infrastructure – Commuter Services
  • Targeted Opportunities to Prevent Pollution (TOPPS) in San Joaquin County – Honorable Mention, “Air” Category – Introduction of Hybrid Vehicles