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CityCouncil | 2006-06-06 | 10 | Councilmember deHaan inquired whether other cities have adopted resolutions opposing the State legislation. The Assistant to the City Manager listed cities that have adopted similar resolutions. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated truck drivers are not in favor of the legislation. Councilmember Daysog stated the operative clause " oppose any proposal or legislation at any level of government which would allow increases in the size and weight of trucks and number of tractor trailers permitted on State Highways" seems to be more general than the issue of the triple tractor trailers; the language should be tightened to the issue at hand. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he supports the resolution as written; the resolution speaks to the infrastructure issue; safety factors would not be better with bigger and longer trailers. Councilmember Daysog stated that the resolution does not state opposition to truck-only lanes as noted in the staff report; some areas of the State have reasons for truck-only lanes. The City Attorney stated currently the State occupies the field regarding the weight and size of trucks permitted to travel on State Highways; the resolution does not oppose a truck-only lane but opposes any legislation to increase the current State restrictions; the staff report describes a way around the issue by seeking legislation that would permit private or public partnerships with CalTrans to receive funding for truck-only lanes from somewhere else. Councilmember deHaan stated further deterioration would occur with increased weight roads deteriorate quickly enough. Councilmember Daysog stated goods needs to be moved by rail, ships and trucks; large trucks are not wanted in Alameda; moving goods by truck is an economic reality; the resolution should speak to triple tractor trailers. Councilmember deHaan stated weight per axel is a concerning factor. Councilmember Daysog noted Sports Utility Vehicles exceed the weight restrictions outlined in the City's ordinance. Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 June 6, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-06-06.pdf |