pages: CityCouncil/2007-04-03.pdf, 5
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CityCouncil | 2007-04-03 | 5 | shelter design considered next bus readers. The City Engineer responded accommodating next bus readers would not be a problem if electricity were added. Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether solar power is a possibility. The City Engineer responded she would look into the matter. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the shelter design provides weather protection. The City Engineer responded weather protection could be provided stated sidewalk width and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access would need to be considered. Councilmember deHaan stated that Bayport bus shelters are the worst and provide only two seats; the City's bus shelters provide three seats; adequate seating should be provided; shelters should be advertisement free. The City Engineer stated advertisement was not included in the standard because of previous discussions. Councilmember deHaan stated that Alamedans for Responsible Transit Shelters (ARTS) requested that a provision be added so that continued bus shelter funding would be possible. The City Engineer stated the current shelters are the shelters provided by ARTS; steel or metal might not be available. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he likes the design criteria; maintenance bleeds into installation and operation; the criteria should state that the first choice is for the most durable shelters with the least maintenance; durability and simplicity should be ranked high. The City Engineer stated durability and maintenance could be included. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether a maintenance budget would be included when the next bus shelters are installed. The City Engineer responded the budget report would address the need for an increase if the current maintenance budget is not sufficient. Councilmember Gilmore stated that she was impressed with the Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 April 3, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-04-03.pdf |