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GOLETA, CA, August 4, 2025 – Construction is progressing steadily on Project Connect , with visible advancements along Hollister Avenue, particularly at the Hollister Avenue Bridge over San Jose Creek. Crews have made significant headway on the south side of the bridge, including the installation of soldier piles and construction of the bridge abutments.
Throughout the summer, work will continue as teams focus on completing the south side of the bridge and making vital connections along Hollister Avenue.
Over on Ekwill Street, crews have finished vegetation removal and constructed a retaining wall. They are now in the process of building the cast-in-place bottomless box culvert.