Benton Brokaw Community Meeting - June 24, 2026

The City of Santa Clara held a community meeting on June 24, 2026, to discuss the Benton Brokaw project, a feasibility study focused on improving multimodal connectivity near the Santa Clara Transit Station. The project aims to explore options for a new crossing over or under the rail corridor to enhance pedestrian, bicycle, vehicle, and transit access, supporting transit-oriented development and future transit growth including the upcoming BART Phase 2 extension. The meeting included presentations from city staff and consultants, community polling on priorities and preferences for the crossing design, and a Q&A session addressing concerns about traffic impacts, historic preservation, coordination with other projects, and funding strategies. While no specific contracts or budget allocations were discussed, the project team emphasized ongoing coordination with multiple agencies and the intent to pursue grant funding for future phases after the feasibility study concludes in 2027.