San Rafael explores canal crossing bridge; staff cite ATP feasibility grant and large construction costs

Sep 18, 2026

Staff said a feasibility study for a canal crossing bridge has ATP grant coverage of $1.5 million while construction will require additional federal, state or local funding; Canal Street enhancements are part of a larger $4.1 million canal active-transportation effort.

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City staff told the Park & Recreation Commission that canal-area active-transportation projects are moving from concept to study, and that larger construction costs for a canal crossing remain unresolved.

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