After voters passed Proposition K in November by a 10-point margin, the City worked quickly to initiate the permitting process required by the measure. Coastal Commission staff wrote that the project is 'an exciting opportunity to reimagine a prominent shoreline area' by improving 'public recreation and visitor access to the popular Ocean Beach area.' This represents a substantial multimodal improvement and a significant public access enhancement that helps to maximize public recreational access as directed by the Coastal Act.
The decision follows the release of an October report by scientists at the San Francisco Estuary Institute—'Future Opportunities for the Great Highway: What are the Benefits for People and Nature?'—which concluded that the creation of the 'promenade presents the greatest opportunity for ecological improvement.' Restoration and revegetation of the dunes present an opportunity to bring back a native ecosystem while simultaneously enhancing visitor experiences.
Like our City's other great parks, the design and creation of the park will be an inclusive and participatory community process,' said Friends of Great Highway Park Board President Lucas Lux. 'When the park opens, temporary amenities and artwork will create a sense of place and engagement for visitors.'
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