pages: CityCouncil/2007-09-04.pdf, 12
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CityCouncil | 2007-09-04 | 12 | CalTrans has made on lighting replacement in the Webster Street and Posey Tubes. The Assistant City Manager stated lights have been replaced on one side. Councilmember Gilmore stated lights were replaced on one side of the inbound tube; the other side has not been completed CalTrans is now taking down the lights in the outbound tube. The Assistant City Manager stated both tubes will have one set of lights. Mayor Johnson requested that CalTrans be invited to the next Council meeting to explain the situation. The City Manager noted Supervisor Lai-Bitker is conducting a meeting with CalTrans on September 10; stated CalTrans would be invited to the next Council meeting. (07-438) Mayor Johnson stated that the City needs to insist that the County maintain Alameda's bridges Measure B funds should be used for streets and roads in Alameda and should not be used to pay the County's obligation of maintaining the bridges. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether any City funds were used in the past. Mayor Johnson requested that Council be provided a report on the recent funding history stated a resolution might be needed regarding the use of City funding for streets, roads, and County bridges. Vice Mayor Tam requested that background information be provided on whether there have been joint agreements in the past. Mayor Johnson stated that the bridges should be maintained by the County the County contracted with the Army Corps of Engineers to operate and maintain the railroad bridge. Councilmember deHaan stated discussions took place ten or fifteen years ago regarding the County requesting money from the City due to of lack of funds. (07-439) Councilmember Matarrese stated that there are a lot of on-going issues with AC Transit; a formula has been established for an Eco Pass system for City employees; sworn police officers and firefighters can ride buses free and need to be encouraged to do Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 12 September 4, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-09-04.pdf |