Event to be held Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at the site of the future Oakley Station, 3486 Main St., Oakley, CA 94561

(October 12 – Oakley) – The San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA), the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC), and the City of Oakley are proud to announce the next major milestone in the development of the new at-grade regional rail station that will bring Gold Runner trains into the heart of Contra Costa County. To commemorate this milestone, a groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Wednesday, October 14, at the site of the future station. The event will feature remarks from SJRRC and City leadership, as well as local, regional, state, and federal representatives.

What: Oakley Station Groundbreaking
When: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: 3486 Main St., Oakley, CA 94561

The future Oakley Station will bring Gold Runner intercity passenger rail service to one of Contra Costa County's fastest-growing areas, creating a new transportation connection for Oakley, Brentwood and surrounding East Contra Costa County communities. Developed through a partnership between the SJJPA and the City of Oakley, the station will provide Gold Runner rail and Thruway Bus service to communities throughout Northern California, the Bay Area, the Central Valley and Southern California.

"Breaking ground on the Oakley Station is the next step toward bringing Gold Runner service to a high-growth area in the East Bay and is a long-term investment in intercity rail that will serve the community for years to come," said Chris Orlando, CEO of the SJRRC and SJJPA. "We've worked closely with the City of Oakley for nearly a decade to plan this station, and their partnership and local investment are a big reason we're taking this next step. Once complete, the station will give East County residents a modern, accessible and convenient way to travel by rail, whether they're headed to Oakland, Santa Rosa, Eureka, Sacramento, the San Joaquin Valley, or Southern California."

“The City Council and staff are thankful for our project partners, who are bringing a much-needed commuter transit option for the residents of Oakley,” said Oakley Mayor, Hugh Henderson. “We are also excited about the station and rail service providing another opportunity for economic growth as passengers from outside the region will be able to comfortably travel to attend Oakley events, and eat, drink, and shop right in the downtown, as well as access bus and rideshare services to travel throughout the city.”