pages: CityCouncil/2005-12-06.pdf, 6
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CityCouncil | 2005-12-06 | 6 | Mayor Johnson stated that the new, flexible sidewalk material seems to be working well; inquired what type of feedback has been received. The Public Works Director responded the feedback has been positive; Redwood City has tried a new rubberized concrete product; he was waiting for a report back from staff on the product. Mayor Johnson stated replacing the sidewalks with the new product saves money because less on-going maintenance and repair is needed consideration should be given to drawing down on some of the reserve to catch up on sidewalk repairs. The City Manager stated that staff could project and identify whether there would be an additional percentage above the 25%. Councilmember Matarrese suggested going below 25% of the reserve, using part of the $2.8 million [identified in the staff report] for streets, and using the amount identified in the staff report for streets from the reserve for sidewalks instead. Vice Mayor Gilmore inquired whether different species of trees are reviewed. The Public Works Director responded a Tree Master Plan was developed to address trees planted years ago which were not the most desirable for long term. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated that trees fall down through natural attrition. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether there was a plan that identifies a tree's life expectancy, to which the Public Works Director responded in the negative. Vice Mayor Gilmore inquired whether a list was available which identifies trees with non-invasive roots. The Public Works Director responded in the affirmative stated standards for expanded planting strips and deep watering are being reviewed. Councilmember Matarrese stated that Gibbons Drive would always have Liquid Amber trees; sidewalk maintenance was greater in Alameda than in other cities because of the value of large trees. Councilmember deHaan stated that parameters need to be set for Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 December 6, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-12-06.pdf |