WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA — A prominent office property across from the Walnut Creek BART station could soon make way for hundreds of new homes for seniors, following a decisive vote by Walnut Creek residents in Tuesday’s election.
Measure U, which would rezone a 2.4-acre property at the northeast corner of North California Boulevard and Ygnacio Valley Road, received 71.11% support, according to Contra Costa County’s unofficial election-night final results.
The measure received 15,625 yes votes and 6,347 no votes, easily exceeding the simple majority required for approval. The results remain unofficial until certified. (Contra Costa County election results)…