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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Stockton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
ADA sidewalk and curb ramp access
A new curb ramp project is coming to Districts 3, 4, 5, and 6, but the mayor and a resident flagged that ramps on narrow sidewalks can unbalance wheelchair, walker, and cane users — and the backlog should be prioritized by need, not just first-come-first-served.
Neighborhood traffic calming and intersection safety
Three signal projects moved forward: French Camp/McDougald, Airport Way/Sixth Street, and citywide signal synchronization via the KITS platform.
Downtown bike and pedestrian connectivity
The council authorized the Greater Downtown Bike and Pedestrian Connectivity Project for Districts 5 and 6, improving walking and biking links downtown.
Bridge rehabilitation program
Design work begins on the next five city bridges, including slope stabilization under Mormon Slough and Duck Creek — infrastructure residents worried about erosion.
Main and Market Street Complete Streets Phase 1
A $920,000 design contract kicks off the downtown Complete Streets project — slower traffic, better crosswalks, protected bike lanes, and gathering spaces. The first community meeting is expected around summer 2026.
Neighborhood street lighting and sweeping
Residents asked for streetlights at Hunter and Harding Way, where it's too dark for kids to walk dogs safely, and complained street sweepers aren't actually cleaning the streets.