Hawthorne Overcrossing Design and Funding
Summary
The pedestrian bridge over the railroad near Hawthorne Avenue is funded mostly by $32 million in state and federal grants that must be used at this location. The favored 'promenade street' design would calm traffic, and a people street and park under the bridge are being explored — but budget questions remain for the May-June Council meeting.
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Last discussed Jan 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $32 million comes from state and federal grants, with a $1 million general obligation bond contribution and possibly a few million more if needed.
Pedestrians and cyclists crossing the railroad tracks, plus nearby property owners and park users if the people street concept advances.
Some property owners along Hawthorne face temporary driveway changes, and the bottle drop business's access is under negotiation.
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