South San Francisco is kicking off a feasibility study to address climate change risks and sea-level rise on the eastern, coastal side of the city.
“Sea-level rise is one of the defining infrastructure challenges facing Bay Area shoreline communities, and South San Francisco is taking a proactive approach,” Public Works Director Eunejune Kim said in a press release. “This feasibility study allows us to look ahead and thoughtfully plan for solutions that protect critical infrastructure and strengthen the long-term resilience of our shoreline. By investing in sustainable strategies today, we’re helping ensure our waterfront remains safe and accessible for generations to come.”
Much of the city’s shoreline, especially east of Highway 101, is home to myriad biotechnology companies, such as Genentech, and industrial uses, such as the water quality control plant.
One of the potential options evaluated in the study would be a new corridor for enhanced connectivity and also improved pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure improvements. The study would also identify other “viable options for future design and construction phases, including enhancements for public transit, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, and multimodal connections to key destinations,” according to the press release.
“As the Industrial City and a global center for biotech and innovation, we recognize that protecting our shoreline and strengthening connectivity are essential to our economic vitality and quality of life. This study allows us to take proactive, science-driven steps to ensure our waterfront remains resilient and ready for the future,” Mayor Mark Addiego said in the release.
The study is funded by several state grants, including the Ocean Protection Council Senate Bill 1 grant and Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Grant.
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