Redwood City is proposing to build a small concrete boat ramp at the end of Davit Lane, at the far end of Shannon Park.  This ramp will be for City use only, in order to provide access for a small barge that cuts and collects widgeon weed for lagoon maintenance, as well as access for debris removal and for small craft for water testing. Currently, because there is no viable boat access to the lagoon east of Shell Boulevard, very little maintenance takes place in that area. Consequently, the widgeon grass is rampant, and water quality is poor. This access ramp will allow for regular maintenance in that part of the lagoon, and will improve water quality and appearance. The ramp will be fenced with the same style of fencing that is currently in place along the shoreline, and will be accessed through a locked gate.

In order to provide interested members of the Redwood Shores community with full information about the City’s selection of this particular site for a maintenance access boat ramp, the Redwood Shores Community Association is hosting a community information meeting. At this meeting, the City will present an overview of the research into possible locations, the rationale for selection of this site, and the precise elements of the ramp and maintenance activities. Staff will also be prepared to answer questions or concerns that any resident may have about this proposal.

The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 26th at 7 pm in the Community Room of the Redwood Shores Library, 949 Marine Parkway.