The City of Alameda has released its latest transportation report, highlighting major accomplishments from 2025 and outlining key priorities for 2026. Together, these updates reflect a continued focus on safety, connectivity, and expanding sustainable transportation options across the island.
Major Progress in 2025
Over the past year, Alameda made meaningful strides in improving how residents move throughout the city. One of the most notable achievements was the development of the city's first Neighborhood Greenway on Pacific Avenue, creating a safer, low-stress corridor for people walking and biking.
The City also invested heavily in infrastructure maintenance and accessibility, completing repairs at more than 8,000 sidewalk locations. At the same time, new tools like a citywide mobile parking payment system were introduced to make navigating Alameda more convenient for residents and visitors alike.
Across the board, these improvements align with broader city goals, including Vision Zero efforts to reduce traffic injuries and long-term plans to support walking, biking, and transit use.
Looking Ahead: Key Projects for 2026
Building on this momentum, 2026 is set to be a significant year for transportation in Alameda. The City is advancing several major projects, including continued work on the Cross Alameda Trail—a key east-west biking and walking corridor—and new safety and paving improvements along corridors like San Jose Avenue and Fernside Boulevard.
Additional improvements are also planned to support everyday mobility, such as installing 100 new bike racks citywide and continuing upgrades to streets, intersections, and transit access points. These efforts aim to make it easier and safer for residents to choose alternatives to driving.
A Focus on Safety, Sustainability, and Connectivity
The report also highlights ongoing progress toward Alameda's broader transportation goals, including reducing traffic-related injuries, improving pavement conditions, and expanding the city's bikeway network. These initiatives are closely tied to adopted plans like the Active Transportation Plan and Vision Zero Action Plan, which prioritize safer streets and more equitable transportation options.
