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CityCouncil | 2006-06-06 | 11 | Councilmember Matarrese stated many things have been done for the sake of economy in the past; the language sets a stake in the ground, addresses concerns regarding size and potential damage, and forces innovative change. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion. Under discussion, louncilmember deHaan stated that triple tractor trailers probably would not be seen in Alameda: hopefully other means of transportation would be used to move goods. Councilmember Daysog stated triple tractor trailers are a potential hazard that needs to be nipped in the bud; the resolution should be more specific to the problem, not broad and opened-ended; he would abstain from voting on the matter. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following voice vote Ayes Councilmembers deHaan, Matarrese, and Vice Mayor Gilmore - 3. Abstentions Councilmember Daysog - 1. [Absent: Mayor Johnson - 1. ] ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (06-297) Jennifer Soloman, Alameda, stated that on January 28, 2006, her daughter and husband were struck by a motorist in the crosswalk at the intersection of Park Street and Otis Drive; it took twenty minutes for the Police to arrive; the officer asked if she wanted a police report; the paramedic got lost on the way to Children's Hospital today's Alameda Journal stated that a three year old was struck on Webster Street; drivers were not cited in either case. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated there are reasons for the 25 mile per hour speed limit; the Public Works Department recently installed solar speed limit signs; the Chief of Police and the City Manager will review the matter speeders will be more diligently pursued. Ms. Solomon stated that the driver was not speeding but was making a right-hand turn from Otis Drive onto Park Street. Councilmember Matarrese stated the loop needs to be closed on the matter every ambulance driver should know hospital locations off the island; he is concerned with a twenty minute response time requested a review of the twenty minute response time and protocol when a pedestrian is struck. Ms. Solomon stated she understood that the reason for the delay was due to the call being made on a cell phone and the caller did not Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 June 6, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-06-06.pdf |