A controversial plan for a suicide barrier on the Golden Gate Bridge is expected to move forward today.
The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District Board of Directors will likely approve a proposal on a plan that calls for a net extending 20 feet below and 20 feet from the side of the bridge. But the design cannot detract too much from the span's graceful, historic look.
The barrier would cost $40 to $50 million and take up to three years to complete.
But, before funding can be figured out, the bridge district has to get state and federal leaders to agree on preservation laws to make sure the look of the net blends in with the historic look of the landmark.
