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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Redwood City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Reimagine Dumbarton busway and trail
SamTrans proposes turning the abandoned Dumbarton rail corridor into a five-mile dedicated busway plus a walking and biking trail linking Redwood City to East Palo Alto, with service potentially running by the early 2030s. Councilmembers were broadly supportive but insisted the route connect directly to downtown and preserve future rail options.
Redwood City ferry terminal project
A resident challenged the ferry terminal's environmental review, saying it projects $7 million in revenue against $13 million in annual operating costs — a $6 million yearly shortfall — before even counting the $80 million for the boats. He argued ridership would cannibalize Caltrain and produce more pollution than cars.