Amtrak completes accessibility upgrades at Bay Area stations

Amtrak has completed accessibility improvements at its San Francisco Bay Area stations.

Stations in Martinez, Hayward, Fremont and Oakland, California, received $20.8 million in upgrades. Since 2011, Amtrak has invested more than $870 million in upgrades at 124 stations to provide a better travel experience for riders with disabilities, Amtrak officials said in a press release.

“We’re delivering a new era of rail while bringing greater accessibility to stations nationwide,” said Amtrak Vice President of Accessibility David Handera. “As we prioritize station accessibility throughout Amtrak, we are thrilled that these Bay Area stations can provide a welcoming and comfortable experience for all customers.”

Latest Bay Area station upgrades include:
• Martinez: a resurfaced platform with tactile warning surfaces along the platform edge so passengers with vision disabilities can safely navigate public spaces;
• Hayward: a new platform with increased space; a crossing to connect the platforms; energy efficient LED light fixtures; new signage;
• Fremont: a new platform and additional space on the station-side platform where customers can access the track in both directions;  LED light fixtures; new signage; and
• Oakland: a resurfaced platform with tactile warnings for riders with vision disabilities.