The California Transportation Foundation announced the TRANNY Award winners for 2008 at their awards ceremony and luncheon yesterday. The CTF TRANNY Awards recognize excellence in California transportation, all modes, public and private sector and from all regions of the state.

Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) was recognized in conjunction with San Bernabe Vineyards and the Monterey County Business Council in the category of Environmental Enhancement/Sustainable Program of the Year for their mustard seed biodiesel research.

“The TRANNY Awards jury, made up of public and private sector transportation professionals, reviewed many excellent nominations this year,” said Linda Bohlinger, CTF Chair. “Our selections represent the best of the projects, programs and people who made a positive difference for California transportation in 2008,” she continued.

For more information call Monterey-Salinas Transit toll free at 1-888-MST-BUS1.