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Ferry Service and Pier Development

Summary

Berkeley just secured state approval to fast-track lawsuits for its new municipal pier and electric ferry project, paving the way for construction to potentially start by 2028. This zero-emission transit upgrade aims to slash regional traffic and give commuters a brand-new way to get across the Bay.

At a glance

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Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

While exact construction costs are still evolving, state fast-tracking helps dodge pricey legal delays that usually drain public coffers.

✅Who benefits

Bay Area commuters and local residents win big with less highway traffic and a clean, scenic new transit option.

⚠️Who could be affected

No groups negatively affected

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