Movable Bike Barrier on Richmond Bridge
A compromise has been reached to address concerns about the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge bike lane.
The lane, protected by a movable barrier, will be opened for emergencies on weekdays, but will remain closed on weekends.
- The far-right westbound lane has been reserved for bicyclists and hikers for nearly six years.
- The lane was initially intended to be a $20 million four-year trial, but has lasted much longer.
Rollie Katz, general manager of the Marin Association of Public Employees, says many of his members who live in the East Bay say their commute to local jobs is taking longer.
Author's summary: Movable barrier on Richmond Bridge is a compromise for emergency access.