Antioch

The currently vacant 375 acres surrounding the future Hillcrest eBART Station is an incredible opportunity to create a new community for Antioch that includes jobs, housing, and transit. The Hillcrest Station in Antioch will be the end of the line for Phase I of the eBART system, which will extend BART service into east Contra Costa County and provide a much needed transportation alternative for local residents.

Planning a Walkable Community for All

Since summer 2007, TransForm and Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) have been working with community leaders on the city of Antioch's plan for the land surrounding the future Hillcrest Avenue eBART station. Early in the process, CCISCO's community leaders identified local job opportunities and truly affordable homes for families as top priorities.

On April 14, 2009, the Antioch City Council voted unanimously in support of the station plan, which included several components that incorporate the community's goals:

• Stronger policies for affordable homes for families
• A requirement for a local hire strategy for developments in the plan area.
• Requirements for continued public involvement during the master plan review process.

Now, TransForm is working with CCISCO to support a local hire policy that will generate job opportunities for east Contra Costa County residents in build the eBART system.

Better Station Access for Bicyclists and Pedestrians

TransForm is ensuring bicyclists, pedestrians and buses can safely and comfortably access the Hillcrest eBART station. We are working with the East Bay Bicycle Coalition, the City of Antioch, BART staff and other stakeholders on station design elements, including traffic calming measures, wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and more. Contact Camille Guiriba to learn more and get involved in our efforts.

City Contact Information

For more information on the city's process, contact Victor Carniglia with the City of Antioch at vcarniglia@ci.antioch.ca.us or call him at 925.779.7036.