pages: CityCouncil/2007-03-06.pdf, 10
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CityCouncil | 2007-03-06 | 10 | roadway to get to the Alameda Towne Centre; requested staff to work on rectifying the Whitehall Place walkway with the Alameda Towne Centre developer ; concurred with Vice Mayor Tam regarding having a bus stop close to Alameda Hospital. Councilmember Matarrese moved that the matter be sent back to staff with review by the Transportation Commission to look at alternatives to the Sandcreek Way bus stop and possible rerouting of the 63-line to Shoreline Drive. Mayor Johnson suggested including other alternatives developed by staff. Councilmember Matarrese amended his motion to include other alternatives that may be developed by staff in concert with AC Transit. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember deHaan stated increased ridership is important; people need to have the opportunity to use the bus service to the utmost. ouncilmember Gilmore stated information has been requested on the number of riders and how many times the bus stops. Councilmember Matarrese stated said information would part of the technical discussion. Councilmember Gilmore stated direction should be given to complete said technical discussion. Councilmember Matarrese concurred with Councilmember Gilmore. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (07-112 - ) Ed Gersich, Alameda, discussed the need for a bus stop at the USS Hornet. Mayor Johnson inquired what is the closest stop to the USS Hornet, to which Mr. Gersich responded the Ferry Terminal. Mayor Johnson stated bus service was a lot closer before. Mr. Gersich stated the USS Hornet had bus service before the [AC Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 March 6, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-03-06.pdf |