pages: CityCouncil/2007-03-06.pdf, 5
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CityCouncil | 2007-03-06 | 5 | moves through inquired whether the location of the 50 - line bus stop on Otis Drive is at the intersection of Willow Street. The Program Specialist II responded the stop is east of Willow Street. Councilmember deHaan stated if the 63-line stops at Willow Street, there would be two bus stops servicing different needs within a close area; requested ridership data for the 50-line at said stop. The Program Specialist II responded that he did not have said information. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the characteristics would be similar since both are servicing the hospital and shopping area, to which the Program Specialist II responded similar land uses are served, however the destinations differ. Mayor Johnson requested the Police Department to comment on current safety issues. Traffic Officer Rodrigue stated the safety concerns have been met due to Public Works installing in-ground lights, bollards and new signs and markings at the crosswalk; the crossing guards have been instructed to keep children from crossing until after the bus stops and passes. Councilmember Gilmore inquired the distance between the bus stop and crosswalk, to which Officer Rodrigue responded approximately 120 feet. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether the cars would have to look around the bus to see people at the crosswalk and whether the crosswalk would be before the bus stop in the other direction. Officer Rodrigue responded the bus stops would be before the crosswalks in both directions. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the issues that prompted the Police Department to send a letter to AC Transit no longer exist and whether the Police Department is satisfied with returning the bus stop to the prior location. Officer Rodrigue responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether there is a history of accidents with children involved under the prior configuration. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 March 6, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-03-06.pdf |