City Seeks Input on Pedestrian and Bike Plan

As part of the city’s push to become a greener, more pedestrian-friendly community, officials are asking residents to weigh in on its updated pedestrian and bicycle master plan.

The plan will serve as a blueprint for a citywide system of pedestrian and bike facilities, along with a variety of programs to allow safe and convenient walking and biking in Union City.

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on Thursday at 7 p.m., followed by a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting on Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. Both meetings will be held at City Hall.

According to a draft of the plan, which is available online, the city amended its 2002 General Plan in 2005 with the aim of making biking and walking essential modes of transportation in Union City.

With the development of the , the city is on its way of making that vision a reality. The Station District is being constructed to meet the city’s transportation goals, the draft report said.

As well, the city is ensuring that all new residential developments feature a pedestrian and bike-friendly design.

The draft plan also recommends designs to link Union City’s bike networks with others in Hayward, Newark and Fremont and throughout Alameda County to help make biking and walking effective modes of commuting throughout the East Bay.

The plan is available online on the City’s website at www.unioncity.org. Copies are also available for review at the Economic and Community Development Department window at City Hall and at Union City Public Library. 

For additional information, contact Planning Manager Carmella Campbell at 510-675-5316.