presentation item 4a richmond-san rafael bridge public comment

Presentation Item 4A

Richmond-San Rafael Bridge

Public Comment

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From: Mickye AdamsTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael Bike bridgeDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 11:52:43 PM

Hi, I write to advocate for keeping the R-SR bike lane open during any upcoming construction. I use it and many others do, as well.

Please consider surge pricing for cars rather than limiting access to bikes. I both bike and.drive that bridge frequently. Losing it to bikes would be a huge loss.

Thank you,Mickye Adams

-- The mountains are calling and I must go.

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From: alias cellTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael PathwayDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:42:40 PM

* Please keep the Richmond San Rafael pathway in place and open during any pipelineconstruction.* Please consider implementing congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westboundvehicle lane to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge.



From: Jennifer AndersonTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael bridge bikes, drought and car trafficDate: Wednesday, October 13, 2021 10:31:04 AM

Please maintain the environmentally friendly transportation option of bike lanes while solvingdrought induced pipeline installation and transit management failings during rush hour.

1. Richmond San Rafael pathway remain in place and open during any pipeline construction;

2. Congestion pricing be implemented prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the bridge

Spreading out the morning commute with congestion pricing will alleviate car trafficcongestion. The water pipeline and traffic bottleneck problems can be solved withoutsacrificing active transit and environmental goals.

Thank you for making the right decisions for serving the Bay Areas long term interests.

Jennifer Anderson, retired cycle commuter


From: Alex ApplegateTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: RSR Bridge Bike/Walk PathwayDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 5:08:08 PM

Hello,

I'm a resident of the East Bay and a regular user of the RSR Bridge's excellent bike lane.

While I understand that drivers outnumber bike riders today, we are seeing a huge uptick in both gas prices and e-bike usage with each year. This bike lane is a point of pride for those of us who ride in the East Bay, as I am sure it is for those in the San Rafael area.

I write to urge you: 1) NOT to close the path to enable more car traffic during peak times (or any time). More lanes doesn't solve traffic, but different schedules and modes of commuting will. Congestion pricing for cars should be a greater priority, with funding supporting increased service and routes for public transportation.

2) To keep the bike path accessible during any water pipeline construction.

Thank you for you time and efforts,

Alex ApplegateBerkeley, CA



From: THOMAS J AYRESTo: Tarienne Grover; [email protected]: Richmond San Rafael bridgeDate: Wednesday, October 13, 2021 11:23:08 AM

Please retain the recreation path on the bridge and the connecting pathways.

Westbound 580 west of the bridge is a 2-lane roadway; therefore, opening a thirdwestbound bridge lane will not speed the traffic flow during rush hour.

The recreation path has become a valuable path for pedestrians and cyclists, and isavailable for emergency access.

Thomas Ayres, PhDKensington, CA



From: Michael BalmacedaTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael Bridge bike lane / accessDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 5:23:55 PM

To the Bay Area Toll Authority + Contra Costa Transportation Authority -This is in regards to the plans:

to potentially close direct bike access to the bridge to trench a water pipeline + alsoto potentially convert the bike lane to another car lane after 2024

Please ensure that the bike path remain a priority to stay open while the pipeline is beingbuilt. It needs to be made easier / not more difficult to get on to and off of the bridge,otherwise many of the folks that want to bike on the bridge (e.g. - people with kids) won'twant to do it if it's not safe, then the bike lane will be used less (and then ultimately convertedto another car lane which won't help traffic.) Bikers help the small local business in PtRichmond and in Richmond that are on the path the bridge. I will need to start commuting toMarin again (I'm a resident of Contra Costa) more often once offices open up again, and I wasplanning to do it by bike.

Can't we do something even this minimal to help avert climate change? Please keep the bikelane in place + if need be, please implement congestion pricing to deter more cars from takingthe bridge during peak commute hours.

Thank you,-Michael Balmaceda



From: Morgan BellingerTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: RSR Bridge FeedbackDate: Wednesday, October 13, 2021 8:46:08 AM

Hi,

I'm writing to voice my support for the bridge bike path to remain in place and open duringpipeline construction. It's a critical link for folks who can't afford cars. If we're willing to bendover backwards to house Marin's workforce in the East Bay, we should recognize that many ofthose workers can't afford private cars. And they certainly can't afford to wake up at 5AM toget across the bridge before any proposed commute hour closure.

Also - please implement congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd westbound vehicle lane. Wehave tried underpricing private car travel for decades. All it has gotten us is pollution, sea levelrise, and climate change. It's time to price car travel accurately in the interest of public health.

Thanks.

Morgan Bellinger



From: Dan BeringheleTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael Bike PathDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:58:52 PM

As a regular user of the bridge’s bike path, I am disheartened to hear that you are consideringremoving this lane. It has been a lifeline for m m e and my family during covid as we’ve beenable to maintain our health and fitness and go to events in Marin. Please make the lanepermanent. I urge you to do the following.

1. Keep the Richmond San Rafael pathway remain in place and open during any pipeline construction


Thank you,Dan Beringhele Richmond, CA

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From: Kristal CTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond - San Rafael PathwayDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 6:45:16 PM

Hello BATA and CCTA,

I support the Richmond-San Rafael pathway to be open during all pipeline construction. It isimportant to access the bridge by bicycle or walk. I would like to see the congestion pricingbefore adding a 3rd-Westbound car lane to the bridge.

Thanks,

Kristal Caidoy



From: LoriTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael bridgeDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 8:20:30 PM

Please keep the Richmond San Rafael pathway in place and open during anypipeline construction;Please consider implementing congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westboundvehicle lane to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge.

Thank you!!!

Lori ChudacoffSan Anselmo, CA


From: Travis CloseTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Keep the RSR Bridge Open to Bikes and PedestriansDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:30:41 PM

Dear Bay Area Metro and Contra Costa Transportation Authority,

I am a regular user of the bicycle and pedestrian access lane on the Richmond-San RafaelBridge. I urge you to ensure that the pathway remains open to pedestrians and cyclists duringany pipeline construction. Secondly, congestion pricing should be added prior to adding athird Westbound vehicle lane on the bridge.

We are in a climate crisis, which necessitates that we make walking and biking easier andmore convenient instead of giving all the space on the road to polluting vehicles. Emissionsfrom private vehicles are the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the Bay Area, aswell as the State and the country. The current drought has been exacerbated by climatechange. We must take meaningful actions to reduce our dependence on cars and foster viablealternatives to driving. Solutions to the climate crisis start with actions taken today by ourelected leaders.

Congestion pricing is a proven method to reduce bridge congestion. Let's implement it andkeep the 3rd lane open for bikes and pedestrians. Thank you for your consideration and yourpublic service.

Sincerely,Travis Close



From: Jan Crosbie-TaylorTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverCc: Bike East BaySubject: Support for saving the Richmond Bay Bridge Bike/Pedestrian path - Critical resourceDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 8:41:56 PM

Hello -

I am writing to express my support for the bike/pedestrian path on the Richmond/SanRafael Bridge. I have used the path several times and love the opportunity to crossthe bay to Marin without a car. The connection to the East Bay trail makes for a terrificbike way from many areas of the East Bay. We must implement congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the bridge in order to really understand the impact. Congestion pricing solves congestion concerns by spreading out the morning commute rush over a longer period of time in the morning–it’s actually that simple, as I'm sure you are aware.

I want to add that I see a diverse group of people using the Richmond Bridgebike/ped path, which is something I want to see supported by our regional entities.

On a similar but related topic, please ask the Marin Water District to find a different land side route for the water pipeline it is planning and minimize any closures of bike/ped path while work is going on.

Thank you very much for doing your part in preserving this great outdoor resource - the Richmond Bridge bike & pedestrian path.

Sincerely, Jan Crosbie-TaylorOakland Resident and Tax payer

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The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.




From: Dani - Rich City RidesTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael ExpansionDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 5:10:49 PM

Hello,

I'm writing to ask for two things:

1. Richmond San Rafael pathway remain in place and open during any pipelineconstruction.

2. Congestion pricing be implemented prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to thebridge.

Best regards,

Danihe/him/el

Project Manager

Rich City Rides1500 Macdonald Ave.RICHMOND, CA 94801We create opportunities for the most vulnerable members of society to use cycling to improve health, economicstability, and individual and collective capacity while increasing the use of bikes for all community members as asustainable social green mode of transportation.

May we continue to build better, live sustainably and love courageously consistently.


From: Carina DeVeraTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond bridge bike pathDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 5:29:55 PM

To whom it may concern:

I respectfully would like to voice my support for the following:

1) That the Richmond - San Rafael pathway remain in place and open during any pipelineconstruction, and2) That congestion pricing be implemented prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane tothe bridge

Thank you for reading!

Warmly,Carina DeVeraSan Francisco resident & Marin nonprofit worker



From: Hannah GramlingTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Please keep bike lanesDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:35:28 PM

Hi,

I’m writing in support of the bike lane on the Richmond-San Rafael bridge. As a user of thebike lane, I feel strongly about this.

I firmly believe we should be doing all we can to encourage lower-carbon forms of travel,particularly for regular travel like commuting. The bridge bike lane is an important enabler ofbike commuting. I urge you to consider implementing congestion pricing to reduce backups atthe bridge during commuting hours.

Thanks for your consideration,

Hannah Gramling



From: Damon GuthrieTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: save the bikability of the richmond bridge!Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 7:38:55 PM

Constituent, Damon Guthrie, biker, driver,

please:

the Richmond San Rafael pathway should remain in place and open during any pipeline construction;

I think Congestion pricing should be implemented prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the bridge

Damon :) Guthrie of SameTeam.Us

Berkeley, CA 94702-2610



From: Spam IsevillTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: My Support for the Richmond-San Rafael Bike PathDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 5:02:57 PM

To Whom It May Concern:

I’m a San Francisco resident (but a former East Bay resident) and have appreciated the use of the Richmond-SanRafael bridge bike lane. I’m writing to ask that you not close the path as that will enable more car traffic during busyhours. Please keep the bike path open during water pipeline construction, too. It’s been an invaluable resource forcar-free commuting and recreational use. I also request that you implement congestion pricing before adding a thirdWestbound vehicle lane to the bridge. Thank you!

Cheers,

Jenny HatfieldSF, CA



From: Greg JanowiakSubject: Preserve bike access on the Richmond Bridge!Date: Wednesday, October 13, 2021 9:17:16 PM

Please preserve bike access on the Richmond Bridge and consider the followingmeasures:

- Richmond San Rafael pathway remains in place and open during any pipeline construction;- Congestion pricing be implemented prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the bridge

Greg Janowiak

From: Ian Kizu-BlairTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: save the Richmond San Rafael Bridge bike path!Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:49:41 PM

Hi Contra Costa Transportation Authority staff,

I commute to Berkeley by bike and I ride over the Richmond San Rafael bridge in themorning. Without access to the path, I will be forced to drive instead. We have to keep ourtransportation alternatives open if we are going to convince people that alternatives to cars arepossible. Otherwise, everyone is forced to drive and traffic will only get worse! Please keepthe path open in the morning, and during any pipeline construction.

Thank you,

Ian Kizu-Blair


From: Miles LincolnTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael Bike and Pedestrian PathDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:48:06 PM

Hi,I understand that decisions are being made about the future of the Richmond San Rafaelbike/ped path. As a resident, and user of this path, I would like to see it remain available, andthink that getting rid of it is a backwards move with regard to climate change, and sets a verybad precedent.

1. Please keep the pathway open to bikes and pedestrians during any potentialconstruction.

2. In order to manage traffic, please implement congestion pricing, instead of adding athird westbound traffic lane. In addition to killing bike/ped access (and increasing trafficpollution), adding a third traffic lane will simply trigger induced demand*, and will notsolve the overall problem for cars. Congestion pricing will discourage unnecessarytravel, and generate funds that can be used to solve the problem more holistically, suchas ebike subsidies.

Thanks,Miles Lincoln

*https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Induced_demand



From: Margaret LivingstonTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond-San Rafael bridge bike pathDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:40:42 PM

I am writing in support of the Richmond San Rafael bridge bike path. Specifically, I support:

1. Richmond San Rafael pathway remain in place and open during any pipelineconstruction;

2. Congestion pricing be implemented prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane tothe bridge

Thank you,Margaret Livingston


From: Sasha MadfesTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael PathwayDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:45:03 PM




From: Sasha MadfesTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael PathwayDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:42:33 PM

* Please keep the Richmond San Rafael pathway in place and open during any pipelineconstruction.* Please consider implementing congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westboundvehicle lane to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge. SASHA MADFES

Senior Applications Analyst, IT Dept.Bigge Crane and Rigging Co.



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From: Mireille MallouhTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael pathwayDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 8:15:06 PM

Hi

* Please keep the Richmond San Rafael pathway in place and open during any pipelineconstruction;* Please consider implementing congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehiclelane to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge.

Thank you!!!

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From: Laura McCreeryTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael BridgeDate: Wednesday, October 13, 2021 11:55:08 AM

Dear folks at CCTA,

As a recreational cyclist, I don't cross the RSR Bridge regularly bybike. But I do use that bike path, and I do feel strongly that the plansfor Marin's emergency water pipeline should allow the path to remainopen during any related construction. I also support the idea thatcongestion pricing be in place before you add another westbound vehiclelane. Most of our systems favor vehicles at the expense of cyclists andpedestrians, so please don't miss the chance to take everyone intoaccount in a fair way. Thank you very much for considering my comments.

Laura McCreery


From: Ed MechemTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: RSR Bridge Bike PathDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 5:10:17 PM

Hi,

I'm writing to express my support for:

- Richmond - San Rafael bike path to remain in place and open during any water pipeline construction; and

- Try implementing congestion pricing, to encourage spreading out morning commute traffic across more hours -before consideration of removing bike path & adding a third westbound vehicle lane.

Thanks,Ed Mechem



From: Bill MitchellTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: RSR Bridge bike pathDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 6:00:15 PM

1. I use the RSR Bridge bike path and want it to remain in place and open during

any pipeline construction; also: congestion pricing should be implemented prior

to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the bridge.

Bill Mitchell


From: Elena MoliternoTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: In support of the bridge bike path on the Richmond San Rafael BridgeDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 7:54:14 PM

Please keep the Richmond San Rafael pathway in place and open during any pipelineconstruction.Please consider implementing congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehiclelane to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge. Thank youElena Moliterno (one of many cyclists in the Bay Area who love riding on the bridge) Sent from Mail for Windows



From: Bruce 0le OhlsonTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: RSR BridgeDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 10:39:35 PM

Madam,

Please keep the following two concerns in the forefront when makingany decisions about making any changes as we move forward with thebicycle path on the Richmond San Rafael Bridge.

1. The bicycle and pedestrian pathway must remain in place andopen during any pipeline construction.

2. Expensive congestion pricing must be implemented prior toremoving the bicycle and pedestrian pathway and adding a 3rdwestbound vehicle lane to the bridge.

Note: We can't have both the pipeline and the third traffic lane in placeat the same time. Given climate change, I fervently hope that you makethe correct decision.

Thank you for retaining space on the bridge for all modes oftransportation. All best wishes,

~0le Bruce "0le" OhlsonBike East BayDelta Pedalers Bicycle ClubContra Costa Countywide Bicycle Advisory CommitteeCCTA Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory CommitteeCaltrans District 4 Bicycle Advisory Committee TRANSPLAN appointee to Highway 4 Integrated Corridor ManagementStudy Healthy and Livable Pittsburg Collaborative


From: Lindsay RaikeTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Bike pathDate: Wednesday, October 13, 2021 10:27:44 PM

Hello,Please keep the Richmond San Rafael pathway in place and open during any pipeline construction. Please consider implementing congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge. Thank you.

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From: Albert ReinhardtTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael bridge bike accessDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:25:36 PM

Hello, as a frequent user of the RSR bridge and pathway I would like your support in keeping the San Rafael pathway in place and open during any pipeline construction.

I also request you support congestion pricing prior to considering adding a third westbound car lane to the bridge. Adding this thirda lane will just move congestion from the Richmond approach to the bridge over into Marin County, and increase delays for commuters heading south into San Francisco. The congestion pricing solves congestion concerns by spreading out the morning commute rush over a longer period of time in the morning–it’s actually that simple.

Thank you,

Albert Reinhardt

Albany, CA 94706



From: Ben RosenthalTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond–San Rafael Bridge PlansDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 10:09:40 PM

Hi -

I understand you’re planning to install an emergency water pipeline along the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge. This iswonderful news for the Bay Area!

However, please ensure the bike/ped pathway remains open and accessible throughout pipeline so I can effectivelytrain for an upcoming bike tour. Additionally, if you are going through with a third westbound vehicle lane, pleaseensure it does not impact the bike/ped path and do implement congestion pricing first.

Not doing either of the above would certainly lead to more traffic, more congestion, and less enjoyment of thebridge and its surroundings.

Thanks!

- Ben

Berkeley, CA 94703



From: RX 7To: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael BridgeDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:42:48 PM

* Please keep the Richmond San Rafael pathway in place and open during any pipeline construction;* Please consider implementing congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge.



From: Ben ShemuelTo: Tarienne Grover; [email protected]: Richmond San Rafael Bridge Bike PathDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 8:47:34 PM

Hello:

I'm a frequent user of the RSR Bridge Bike Path, and I'm writing to advocate that it remain in place and open during any pipeline construction and that congestion pricing be implemented prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the bridge.

Please contact me if you're looking for input on this subject.

Thank you,Ben

-- Ben Shemuel, CTS-D, CDT



From: Arvi SreenivasanTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: preserve bike access on the Richmond - San Rafael bridge!Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 4:37:29 PM

Hello, I'm an east bay resident and frequent user of the RSR bridge bike lane.

Car travel has so many negative externalities, and we can't sacrifice all public goods to placatedrivers! Both for transportation and recreation, the bike access on Bay Area bridges is a vitalcomponent to a green future.

I write to urge you:

1) NOT to close the path to enable more car traffic during peak times (or any time). Morelanes doesn't solve traffic, but different times and modes of commuting will. Congestionpricing for cars should be a priority.2) to keep the bike path accessible during any water pipeline construction.

Thank you!-Arvi SreenivasanOakland, CA



From: Brianna StubbsTo: Tarienne GroverSubject: Please Protect the Richmond Bridge Cycle PathDate: Wednesday, October 13, 2021 8:15:25 AM

To whom it may concern

I’m writing as a Point Richmond resident who uses the cycle path on the Richmond San Rafael Bridge at least 3days each week to bike across to and from Marin. My partner also commutes to his work every day (to and fromLarkspur) using his bike. Being able to bike into Marin from Richmond was a big factor in where we chose to liveand I think it is very important to promote cycling and accessibility in the Bay Area. Please do what you can toprotect the cycle lane on the bridge. Specifically:

• Please make sure that the Richmond San Rafael cycle pathway remains in place and open during anyupcoming water pipeline construction; • Please implement motor congestion pricing BEFORE adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to the bridge

Thank you for prioritizing safe cycle access

Brianna Stubbs


From: Matthew TaeckerTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond Bridge Bike EmphasisDate: Wednesday, October 13, 2021 7:27:10 AM

Please maintain the bike path on the Richmond/San Rafael Bridge. Specifically:

1. Have the Richmond San Rafael pathway remain in place and open during any

pipeline construction;

2. Implement Congestion pricing prior to adding a 3rd Westbound vehicle lane to

the bridge.

Thank you! Matt Taecker, Berkeley CA

-- ________________________Matt Taecker,



From: Gabrielle ZacksTo: [email protected]; Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael BridgeDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 6:35:54 PM

As a cyclist and bike commuter, I have two requests:

1. Richmond San Rafael pathway remain in place and open during any pipeline construction;


Thank you,

Gabby Zacks



Dear People,

I frequently use the bike pathway onthe bridge and rely on the connector onthe east side to access the bridge withmy bicycle. I strongly request that theRichmond San Rafael pathway remainin place and open during all phases ofany pipeline construction.

Further, congestion pricing should beimplement prior to adding a thirdwestbound motor vehicle lane to thebridge.

Please keep me informed.

Sandy Zirulnik

Berkeley, CA

From:To: Tarienne GroverSubject: Richmond San Rafael Bridge pipelineDate: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 9:13:02 PM

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