Designate West Ohio Avenue as planned complete streets project for bike path extension
In Plain English
The city wants to connect the Richmond Greenway to the San Francisco Bay Trail with a new bike and pedestrian path along West Ohio Avenue. The route would run from South 2nd Street to Garrard Boulevard. If approved, staff begins seeking grants and funding for construction.
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Why This Vote Matters
The city council unanimously approved plans to extend the Richmond Greenway bike path to connect with the San Francisco Bay Trail along West Ohio Avenue. The new route would run from South 2nd Street to Garrard Boulevard, creating a continuous path for cyclists and pedestrians between the existing greenway and the bay trail. City staff will now seek grants and other funding sources to pay for construction of this project. This continues the council's strong pattern of support for infrastructure improvements.
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