The 76 gasoline station closes its doors, and new housing continues to pop up
We will miss you, 76
To the Editor:
The 76 gasoline station (on Bay Farm) opened its business in the ’80s and will close its doors on November 30, 2025. Lydia, one of the longest-serving cashiers, has been working there since the early ’90s. Mabel, another long-serving cashier, has been working there for 13 years now.
This gasoline station has faithfully served our community for many decades, providing not only fuel but also quality car maintenance and repair services.
Over the years, it became more than just a place to fill up—it was a familiar stop for neighbors and even local legends. Professional athletes from the Oakland Raiders, Oakland A’s, and Golden State Warriors were among its loyal customers. The station also became known as a “lucky spot,” having sold several winning lottery tickets throughout the years.
The closure marks the end of an era for many longtime residents who have fond memories of friendly conversations with Kim, Danny, Lydia, Mabel, and the rest of the staff who made every visit welcoming. Their service and presence will be deeply missed in our community.
Marcel Calderon
What’s up with all the new housing?
To the Editor:
You report, as so often, more housing development on the island.
Alameda is unique in the Bay Area for preserving its Victorian past and small town feel, although surrounded by large urban areas and their attendant problems of crime, homelessness, crowding, traffic, etc.
For some reason our local government seems hellbent on building on every square inch of open land on the island despite a lack of infrastructure to support this—water, sewage, utilities, etc. Then there is the small matter of access and egress, not just in an emergency but in everyday driving—a two way tunnel, a couple of bridges.
Why destroy a lovely, functioning place? More property taxes? Seems insane! Something to think about in the next election! Out with the thinking, “cut down the trees, put up a parking lot.” Actually, there is already a shortage of parking, ask the merchants, especially with “improved” street construction. You didn’t need roundabouts until people density increased, all with cars.
Charles Bret
Alameda
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