Published on August 22, 2025
The City’s Sustainable Streetscapes Contractor is working at and around the intersection of Powell and Hollis Streets. Work being performed includes the removal of the slip lane and island at the southwest corner of the intersection, relocation of traffic signals and appurtenances, installation of a curb extension or bulbout at the southeast corner of the intersection, construction of enlarged public plaza paving and landscaping and the installation of green infrastructure facilities to comply with clean water requirements.
During certain construction activities, the signal at the Powell and Hollis intersection may need to be placed in “flashing mode” for everyone’s safety. Vehicles approaching the traffic signal in flashing mode must treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
Also, during construction the Emeryville Greenway at the plaza adjacent to Honor Kitchen will be inaccessible for the duration of the work at the southwest corner of the Powell and Hollis intersection. Bicyclists should consider bikeways on 59th to Horton or Doyle to Stanford as alternatives.
Construction at this intersection is expected to last approximately five weeks, expect delays while traveling through the intersection and consider taking alternate routes if possible. We apologize for any inconvenience but thank you for your continued patience and cooperation in making our streets safer.
Questions? Contact Phillip Toste at phillip.toste@emeryville.org or 510-596-4340.