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Ewert Road closure update

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Community sentiment

Supportive (7)Opposed (2)Concerned (1)

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Public comments
10
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 29, 2026.

Public comments (10)

OpposedDiane HarrisonJun 29, 2026

Expressed disappointment with city policies on cycling, criticizing staff and council priorities while supporting continued bicycle access on Ewart Road.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 3:54 →
ConcernedJared SmolensJun 29, 2026

Highlighted safety issues and lack of detour notifications for bicycle commuters near Levi's Stadium during event days and FIFA matches.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 6:04 →
SupportiveJordan MoldauJun 29, 2026

Urged preservation of Ewart Road for bikes, noting its historical public funding and importance as a flood detour.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 29:39 →
SupportiveDaniel BenefilJun 29, 2026

Emphasized that Ewart Road is a vital bypass when the Guadalupe River Trail floods during winter.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 31:37 →
SupportiveMikaelJun 29, 2026

Shared personal commuting experience using Ewert Road and stated the De La Cruz detour is less safe.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 35:06 →
SupportiveTony StieberJun 29, 2026

Stressed the importance of maintaining Ewart Road to bridge major barriers in the regional bike network.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 39:03 →
SupportiveHo Jun LeeJun 29, 2026

Argued that airport land was purchased with public bond funds and should remain accessible to the public.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 40:19 →
SupportiveEd M.Jun 29, 2026

Supported keeping Ewart Road open and suggested expanding access near Martin Avenue.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 42:48 →
SupportiveJeffrey NilesJun 29, 2026

Noted that trail flooding occurs frequently and alternate routes add significant time to his commute.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 45:24 →
OpposedScott MaceJun 29, 2026

Expressed opposition to closing Ewert Road, arguing it sets a bad precedent for TDA funding.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee — June 29, 2026 · 47:01 →