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CityCouncil | 2008-07-01 | 6 | skateboards and BMX bikes barreling down from the top level of the parking garage the intent is to have an ordinance that would allow the Police Department to issue tickets; motorized wheelchair and golf cart users would like to use bike lanes; the matter should be evaluated. Mayor Johnson stated the matter would require a separate ordinance; directed staff to bring the matter back for Council consideration. Councilmember deHaan requested that the City Attorney review changes that have occurred [with the ordinance] over time. The City Attorney stated in the early 1940's the City adopted an ordinance prohibiting riding bicycles in all parks; in 1989 the ordinance was amended to permit bicycles and roller skates in parks except where posted; the ordinance was updated between 1999 and 2001 to address the Skate Park. Ms. Dimusheva requested that the new language be read. The City Attorney stated the new language reads "It shall be unlawful when and where posted for any person to operate or ride a bicycle or skateboard propelled wholly or in part by muscular power within or upon any public park, playground, or school property, in the City or parking lot, parking structure owned or leased by the City, except that a person may ride a bicycle to and from bicycle racks or lockers provided within any City parking lot or parking structure. The use and operation of skateboards, roller skates, and in-line skates shall be authorized at the Skate Park at Alameda Point. All person using, operating, or riding a skateboard, roller skates, or in-line skates at the Skate Park at Alameda Point shall wear a helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads at all times. Vice Mayor Tam moved approval of final passage with amended language allowing bicycles, skateboards, etc. at parks and other facilities unless otherwise posted and allowing bicycles to go to and from the lockers and racks in the parking structure. Vice Mayor Tam encouraged the community to participate actively as the Transportation Commission develops the Bike Master Plan relating to bicycling throughout the City. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember deHaan requested a report on ways to enforce a ban on loitering within the parking structure. By consensus, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 July 1, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-07-01.pdf |