Summary
SamTrans wants to reshape El Camino Real with three design options — transit, pedestrian, or bike priority. Council leaned bike-first but demanded safer crossings at Cherry, Oak, Holly, and San Carlos Avenue without wrecking the city's smooth traffic flow.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
The full 25-mile corridor effort is estimated at roughly a billion dollars, to be pursued through federal and regional grants.
Pedestrians, cyclists, and bus riders crossing or traveling El Camino Real — plus dense new housing planned along the corridor.
Drivers and businesses could face lost lanes or parking; neighbors fear spillover traffic onto Old County Road.
Mentions & discussions (2)
San Carlos weighs in on ECR ‘road diet’ plans
San Carlos weighs in on ECR ‘road diet’ plans San Mateo Daily Journal
City Council Regular Meeting - Feb 9, 2026
SamTrans wants to reshape El Camino Real with three design options — transit, pedestrian, or bike priority. Council leaned bike-first but demanded safer crossings at Cherry, Oak, Holly, and San Carlos Avenue without wrecking the city's smooth traffic flow.
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