Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Union City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in roads with medium priority
I Street At-Grade Crossing Closure Engineering
The city was set to approve more engineering money to close the I Street rail crossing, which supports a new pedestrian crossing at BART. That's a safety improvement near the station neighbors use daily.
Arizona Street Bike Boulevard construction
The council was scheduled to award a $491,698 construction contract to Pavement Coatings Company for a new bike boulevard on Arizona Street, with a total construction budget of $540,868. This would create a safer route for cyclists and pedestrians in the area.
At-grade pedestrian crossing at BART
An additional $70,104 was scheduled to go to HDR for engineering on the long-planned pedestrian crossing at the BART station, bringing the total contract to $961,727. The crossing aims to make station access safer for walkers.
Alvarado-Niles Road Part-Time Transit Lane Pilot
Two items would advance design and funding for a part-time transit lane pilot on Alvarado-Niles Road, including a $325,001 design contract addition and a $41,208 funding swap. This could change traffic patterns on one of the city's busiest corridors.
Dyer Street Pavement Rehabilitation Phase 2
The council was scheduled to award a $641,564 construction contract to McKim Corporation to repave Dyer Street. Residents who use Dyer Street should expect smoother pavement once work is done.
Local transportation funding (Measure BB and SB 1)
The council was scheduled to consider resolutions of support for grant applications to the Alameda County Transportation Commission and the State Transit Assistance State of Good Repair Program, covering bus procurement, facility upgrades, the bicycle/pedestrian master plan, Alvarado-Niles Road lighting, and school-area safety improvements.
Dry Creek Bridge wingwall repair at Alvarado-Niles Road
A $120,000 appropriation for the Dry Creek Bridge wingwall repair project (City Project No. 24-11) was on the agenda. Alvarado-Niles Road is a major east-west corridor through the city.
Union City Transit Fall 2026 Service Changes
New bus schedules were set to take effect August 8, 2026. Riders should check whether their route times change.
Route 84 Excess Properties Purchase Agreement Amendment
The Council was asked to let the City Manager sign a first amendment to the 2019 purchase and sale agreement with Caltrans for the Route 84 excess properties, connected to the Quarry Lakes Parkway Phase 2 project.
Transit Short Range Transit Plan consulting contract
An amendment to the Parametrix consulting contract, adding $281,131 for a total of up to $355,941, to complete the Union City Transit short-range plan.