Save the Richmond San Rafael Bridge Bike Lane!

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) wants to close the Richmond-San Rafael (RSR) bike/walk pathway all-day every Monday through Thursday, converting it into a non-drivable breakdown lane. They refuse to acknowledge that it WILL eliminate critical access for people who do not drive and rely on the RSR Bridge as the primary connection between the East & North Bay.

It is short-sighted for decision-makers to exclusively prioritize cars over other modes of transportation, especially in the face of a climate crisis. We need MORE access, not less.

MTC cannot make the decision without approval from the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC). We will continue to organize ahead of their meeting: sign the petition to tell BCDC to maintain bike/walk access on the RSR Trail 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

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Save the Richmond San Rafael Bridge Bike Lane!

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Dear San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission Members, I am writing to strongly urge you to reject the request from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission and Caltrans to close the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Trail Monday through Thursday to convert it into a car breakdown shoulder. Since its opening in 2019, this trail has become an essential part of the Bay Area’s transportation network, with over 377,000 trips made by cyclists, pedestrians, and individuals using mobility devices. The data shows that the trail has not contributed to increased car congestion and, in fact, has improved traffic conditions. Closing this pathway would undermine efforts to promote sustainable, equitable transportation and would go against regional and state climate goals. Instead of closing the trail, we should focus on expanding transit options and addressing the root causes of congestion. I urge you to keep the trail open 24/7 and continue supporting safe, equitable mobility for all. Thank you for your consideration.

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