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Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Prepared by the Mayor that Affirms the City’s Commitment to Reopening Lake Chabot Road to Full Two-Way Vehicular Traffic
Staffreport
SUMMARY
Per a request from the Mayor, City staff presents for the City Council’s consideration the attached draft Resolution that, if adopted by majority vote of the Council, would affirm the City Council’s commitment to reopening Lake Chabot Road to full two-way public vehicular use and directing staff to pursue funding, evaluate repair alternatives, conduct necessary engineering studies, and provide regular progress updates to City Council Facilities Committee.
BACKGROUND
Lake Chabot Road historically served as a transportation connection between San Leandro and Castro Valley, and benefited residents of the BayOVista neighborhood. Since its closure in January 2023 due to severe stormrelated roadway failures, community residents have expressed ongoing concerns about emergency egress capacity during wildfire events, and also have highlighted BayOVista’s designation as a high fire hazard area.
MAYOR’S ANALYSIS
The resolution identifies reopening Lake Chabot Road as critical to community health and safety. It articulates the City Council’s intent to restore twoway vehicular access once repairs are deemed safe and feasible.
Key elements of the draft Resolution include:
Intent to Reopen: Reaffirms the public safety value of a twoway evacuation route and directs staff to restore access as soon as practical.
Funding: Authorizes the City Manager to pursue all eligible federal, state, regional, and local funding programs, including emergency and grant opportunities.
Repair Alternatives: Requires evaluation of both shortterm stabilization options and longterm permanent repairs, including the use of $1.5 million that was secured through the State Budget Act of 2026.
Engineering Evaluation: Directs staff to conduct a comprehensive geotechnical assessment if necessary to determine approp...
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