Award $1.8 million contract to close gap in Richmond-Ohlone Greenway

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$1,771,910.25 including 10% contingency

Resolution Resolution adopted

In Plain English

The Richmond-Ohlone Greenway currently has a missing section that forces cyclists and pedestrians to detour onto city streets. Ghilotti Construction Company will build the missing piece to create a continuous path. If approved, the project costs $1.8 million including contingency funds.

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Votes

Approve consent calendar

Passed

6 to 0

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Why This Vote Matters

The council approved a $1.8 million contract with Ghilotti Construction Company to build a missing section of the Richmond-Ohlone Greenway. This will create a continuous path for cyclists and pedestrians who currently must detour onto city streets to navigate around the gap. Six council members supported the contract, with Councilmember Pimplé abstaining from the vote. The project represents a significant infrastructure investment to improve safe transportation options for residents using the popular greenway.

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