News, Views and Analysis from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission and the Association of Bay Area Governments
Construction began this week on the Corte Madera Marsh restoration project to restore four acres of Golden Gate Bridge District-owned parcel to tidal marsh, bolstering the habitat for endangered species, including the Ridgeway’s Rail, and adding amenities along a reconfigured recreational path. Read More
A sparkling, new shoreline public park near the Bay Bridge in Oakland was dedicated Wednesday, the project brought to fruition with help from the Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA). Read More
In this first segment of Estuary Voices, the San Francisco Estuary Partnership’s Liz Juvera asks four women working at the equity forefront to share their observations, struggles, and insights. Read More
Save The Bay is celebrating its 5th Annual Bay Day with a month-long Bay Day Trail Challenge in October. Read More
The latest issue of ESTUARY News is out and has a fishy focus: There is a summary of 12 years of research on the fish-friendly Yolo Bypass, and a profile of a man who has spent a lifetime helping fish around dams. Read More
September 19 - 26 marks the annual National Estuaries Week aimed at drawing attention to the vital bodies of water locally and around the nation. Locally, look here for posts about the week. Read More
A small section of pathway in East Palo Alto connecting more than 80 miles of San Francisco Bay Trail opened Friday. The new trail is now open to the public. Read More
A small section of pathway in East Palo Alto connecting more than 80 miles of San Francisco Bay Trail will have a virtual opening Friday morning. The new trail will be open to the public following the event. Read More
BayREN is helping young people get green jobs while assisting the Bay Area in conserving energy through its association with the Rising Sun Center For Opportunity. Read More
The latest edition of updated San Francisco Bay Trail maps is now available. The nifty box set features 25 map cards with trail route descriptions on the back, a full fold-out map, index card, and one card listing audio tour locations. Read More