TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Councilmember Charlene Wang
DATE: October 17, 2025
SUBJECT: Support for a San Antonio BART Station Feasibility Study
SUMMARY
This memorandum accompanies a resolution expressing the City of Oakland’s strong support for the development of a San Antonio BART Station and urging the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) District to initiate a formal feasibility study of the proposed station. The action advances equitable transit access for one of Oakland’s densest, most transit-dependent communities and supports the City’s goals for sustainable transportation and community-driven development.
BACKGROUND
The San Antonio neighborhood lies between the Lake Merritt and Fruitvale BART stations but lacks direct access to regional rail service. Residents and community leaders, organized through the San Antonio Station Alliance, have advocated for a station to reduce commute times, increase mobility, and expand economic opportunity. A new station would improve access for tens of thousands of residents, strengthen the area’s connection to the regional economy, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by encouraging transit use. The resolution urges BART to undertake a comprehensive study in collaboration with the City of Oakland and local stakeholders to determine feasibility of a San Antonio BART station.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no direct fiscal impact to the City of Oakland from this resolution. Any future financial participation in planning or capital costs would require separate City Council approval.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the accompanying resolution expressing the City of Oakland’s support for a San Antonio BART Station and urging BART to conduct a formal feasibility study in partnership with the City and community stakeholders.
Prepared by: Michael Wimsatt
Deputy Chief of Staff