Morrison Canyon Road has served our community since 1877 when first developed as a horse, wagon and foot path. When Fremont incorporated in 1956, the city and county of Alameda shared jurisdiction over the last 1,000 feet of right-of-way. In October, the County of Alameda Supervisors voted to abandon this section, but the City of Fremont has not held public hearings or voted to give up the right-of-way.
We petitioned the county and city to protect the public right-of-way with over 1,100 signatures submitted. We demonstrated that many community members want full use of the road for exercise, access to nature and recreation. The county Supervisors chose to deny the public’s interest and voted to abandon the portion under their control. However, both the city and county must agree to give up control over the right-of-way.
In late October 2025, an illegal gate was erected on Morrison Canyon Road, blocking the public right-of-way. This obstruction violates public access rights, constitutes an illegal taking of a public asset and creates a safety hazard. The city mayor and staff have stated that a public hearing must occur prior to a vote required to abandon the right-of-way. The public notice, public hearing and agendized vote have not occurred.
We urge residents to ask the city attorney and staff to remove the illegal barrier, restore full public access and prevent future obstructions. Please use your words and email city staff and the following politicians who must vote to approve the giveaway of a public asset. Thank you.
Fremont City Council – Mayor Raj Salwan rs*****@*****nt.gov, Desrie Campbell dc*******@*****nt.gov; Yang Shao ys***@*****nt.gov; Raymond Liu rl**@*****nt.gov; Yajing Zhang ya*****@*****nt.gov; Teresa Keng tk***@*****nt.gov; Kathy Kimberlin kk********@*****nt.gov
Public Works Director – Hans Larsen hl*****@*****nt.gov
Planning Department Staff – James Willis jw*****@*****nt.gov
Mission Peak Conservancy
Fremont
