Santa Rosa council studies temporary Fourth Street closures, asks staff for targeted pilots and analyses

Sep 10, 2025

A months-long community outreach process returned mixed feedback on pedestrianizing Fourth Street. City staff and council agreed to study a defined Fourth Street corridor, explore targeted pilots (including Ross Street and Montgomery Village) and further evaluate infrastructure, traffic and operational impacts before any closure is proposed.

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City of Santa Rosa staff presented a study-session briefing Sept. 9 on options for temporarily closing portions of Fourth Street to vehicle traffic to create pedestrianized space, and council directed staff to continue analysis and return with formal recommendations.

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