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Caltrans to revise Fort Bragg ocean-view fence after protests

By Drooid · Sep 12, 2026, 10:56 PM UTC · How we work

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Caltrans is revising Fort Bragg’s fence after resident protests.
The $9.5 million sidewalk project installed a wooden barrier that blocks the Noyo Headlands ocean view.
City Manager Isaac Whippy said the city reviewed permits and expects fence changes within weeks.
Caltrans spokesperson Manny Machado confirmed the agency and the city are collaborating to modify the barrier.

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Caltrans is revising Fort Bragg’s fence after resident protests.
The $9.5 million sidewalk project installed a wooden barrier that blocks the Noyo Headlands ocean view.
City Manager Isaac Whippy said the city reviewed permits and expects fence changes within weeks.
Caltrans spokesperson Manny Machado confirmed the agency and the city are collaborating to modify the barrier.