Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan Update

People walking and biking on the bay trail on Hayward's Shoreline

Project Overview

On September 29, 2020 the Hayward City Council adopted the 2020 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (BPMP), which details the City’s plan to establish a network of accessible, safe, and integrated bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The 2020 BPMP replaces and builds on the City’s original 2007 Bicycle Master Plan with its inclusion of pedestrian-centered facilities and extensive public input. The new plan recommends a total of 153 miles of new bicycle facilities, including 32 miles of multi-use paths for both pedestrians and cyclists.

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Where We're at: Bicycle & Pedestrian Improvements To-Date

The City of Hayward has been focused on making bicycle and pedestrian improvements throughout the City since the previous 2007 Bicycle Master Plan was adopted. Below are some key highlights of the work the City has implemented to-date:

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BICYCLE PROJECTS

  • Approximately 82 miles of bikeways installed to-date
    - 7 miles of Multi-Use Trails installed
    - 40 miles of on-street Bicycle Lanes installed
    - 34 miles of shared-lane Bicycle Routes installed

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 PEDESTRIAN PROJECTS

  • Sidewalk repair and rehabilitation
  • New sidewalk installations
  • Curb ramp upgrades to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards -Citywide
  • Intersection and lighting improvements

Schedule

The updated 2020 Plan was developed over four phases:

Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Schedule

Phase I: Established Foundation [May - August 2018]

In Phase I, we heard from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders about what barriers to walking and biking are prevalent in our community and where the City should identify new project recommendations.

Phase II: Initial Recommendations [September 2018 - June 2019]

In Phase II, we compiled all community input received to-date to create draft project and programmatic recommendations.

Phase III: Prioritization & Final Recommendations [June - September 2019]

In Phase III, we finalized the bicycle and pedestrian project list and used your input to prioritize projects for implementation and future funding opportunities.

Final Plan Adoption [September 2020]

The final Plan was adopted by the City Council on September 29, 2020.

Public Involvement

During the first three phases of the project, we talked to you about walking and biking in Hayward at eight in-person events and online through our website, online map, and social media. Your feedback was crucial in helping us develop our recommendations and write the plan.

Public Events (Phases I - III)

Phase I Public Input Stations (May to June 2018)

During Phase I, residents and stakeholders stopped by our pop-up tents at local events to tell us where you’d like to see bike and pedestrian improvements in Hayward.

  • Downtown Hayward Street Party
  • Summer Movies in the Plaza
  • All American Festival

Phase II Walking Tours (December 2018 to January 2019)

During Phase II, project staff met community members at key locations to help identify opportunities for improvements.

  • Tennyson Corridor Walking Tour
  • Downtown Hayward Walking Tour
  • Hesperian Corridor Walking Tour

Phase III Public Input Stations (April 2019 to November 2019)

During Phase III, we met with you at local events to hear your thoughts on the proposed bicycle network recommendations.

  • Earth Day 36th Annual Clean-up
  • Bike to Work Day BART Energizer Stations

Email Us

Questions about the Plan? Reach out to us at bikewalk@hayward-ca.gov.

Documents

Jan. 26, 2021 - City Council

Adopt a Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Kittelson & Associates, Inc. for Additional Design Services Related to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan in an Amount of $89,000 for a Total Not to Exceed Contract Amount of $388,416

Sept. 29, 2020 - City Council

2020 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan: Adopt a Resolution Accepting the Hayward 2020 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan

Jan. 22, 2020 - Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (formally Council Infrastructure Committee)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan: Review and Comment on Chapter Five: Programs and Policy Recommendations and the Bicycle Facilities Recommendations Map of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan

May 29, 2019 - Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (formally Council Infrastructure Committee)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan

Mar. 12, 2018 - Council Sustainability Committee

Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update

Dec. 5, 2017 - City Council

Authorization for the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update 2017

Oct. 25, 2017 - Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (formally Council Infrastructure Committee)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update 2017