During these engagement events, the design team shared a project overview and gathered community priorities, insights, and concerns. In addition to focused stakeholder meetings with community organizations such as the Point Richmond Neighborhood Association, the Richmond Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, and the Gateway Foundation, the project team hosted two events to gather community perspectives:
Open House on May 23, 2026, 10am to noon, in the Mechanics Bank Plaza. Approximately 30 community members participated in discussion, shared comments, and provided feedback on the project scope and need. Click here for a summary.
Walking Tour on May 30th, 2026, 10am to noon. The walking tour commenced in the Mechanics Bank Plaza and included stops at W. Richmond Ave and Railroad Ave, along Railroad Avenue, at Railroad Ave. and Tewksbury Ave., and at Tewksbury Ave. and Santa Fe Ave. Approximately 15 community members participated in the walking tour. Click here for a summary.
Online Survey available from from 282 survey responses were received. Click here for a summary.
At this event, the design team will share the feedback received, results from data collection and analysis, and conceptual design alternatives. The Walking Tour will gather community members at a key design location to review and discuss proposed design alternatives on site.
September 12, 2026 . 10:00am to noon
Point Richmond Community Center
139 Washington Ave, Richmond, CA 94801
The online survey will open September 12, 2026 and remain open through October 15, 2025
At this event, the design team will share feedback from the previous event and introduce the preferred design plan. During the Field Test Tour, a small temporary mock-up may be installed, allowing you to walk, bike, and drive through a mock-up of the design. Participants will provide feedback on the preliminary design and learn about next steps in the project.
Time and Location TBD
Time and Location TBD
Time and Location TBD