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CityCouncil | 2008-01-15 | 20 | revisit the Otis Drive bus stop. Mayor Johnson concurred with Councilmember Gilmore; stated staff would bring the matter back to Council options need to be weighed. Councilmember deHaan noted $50,000 is available [for bus stop improvements) The City Manager stated a different appropriation would be needed for additional funds; other projects would be impacted. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether staff would be able to apply for bus stop improvement grants, to which the Supervising Civil Engineer responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Matarrese stated the bus line is Alameda's line and is a priority; Council acted responsibly tonight an unfunded mandate was not given; issues were resolved regarding better run times; a policy decision has been made to forestall stops on Otis Drive; concerns have been voiced regarding traffic conditions at Lum School; Otis Drive is a very fast area and is unsafe to cross; he hopes that Council can give direction to take the next step at looking at the intersection, particularly at Lum School ; other projects can be reviewed on a priority basis. The Supervising Civil Engineer stated that staff is going through a Transportation Master Plan review process and is developing a Citywide commuter model that will help give some idea of the impacts. Mayor Johnson thanked AC Transit representatives for attending the meeting. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he appreciates the time and effort expended by AC Transit. * * * (08 - 031) Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of continuing the meeting past 12:00 midnight. Councilmember Gilmore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (08-032) Resolution No. 14180, "Authorizing Implementation of Parking Restrictions at Bus Stops on State Route 61 to Provide Curbside Access for Buses. " Adopted. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 20 January 15, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-01-15.pdf |