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SamTrans outlines Central El Camino Real multimodal alternatives to Belmont council; council favors bike-focused option
Summary
SamTrans presented design alternatives for the Central El Camino Real multimodal plan to the Belmont City Council on Feb. 10, 2026, detailing transit, pedestrian and bicycle options and a countywide evaluation process; council members voiced support for a bicycle-focused alternative while seeking continued coordination with Caltrans and neighboring cities.
SamTrans and its consultant team presented the Central El Camino Real multimodal plan to the Belmont City Council on Feb. 10, 2026, describing a corridor-wide effort across San Mateo County to improve safety and multimodal access on State Route 82. The presentation outlined three build alternatives—transit-priority, pedestrian-focused and continuous separated bicycle lanes—along with a baseline of spot safety improvements that would be included in any option.
The plan team told the council the process will extend through staged engagement this year, with phase 2 outreach extended into March and a virtual community workshop scheduled for Feb. 26. Staff said the design phase will begin in 2027 and that Caltrans, as the state owner of SR 82, requires evaluation of multiple alternatives…
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