pages: CityCouncil/2008-12-02.pdf, 13
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CityCouncil | 2008-12-02 | 13 | cars fit within 33 feet. The Supervising Civil Engineer responded one car; stated four additional spaces would be available in front of Angela's. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether the bike oasis would have a bulb out. The Supervising Civil Engineer responded in the affirmative i stated a 20 foot wide bulb out is proposed for pedestrian crossing and cars existing Lot C. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the bulb out would not be needed if there were no crosswalk, to which the Supervising Civil Engineer responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson stated putting bike parking under the marquee would not be a good idea; bike parking should be across the street. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the collision analysis is reflective of the general safety of traffic flowing in or about the theater area; stated there was a huge increase in traffic at Central Avenue between Park Street and Oak Street from May to August questioned whether there is a problem; stated the area was a dead zone in 2005 and 2006; that he does not see any reason to do anything other than the bulb out to protect the marquee ; there is not enough convenient bike parking. The Supervising Civil Engineer stated collision information is one piece of the puzzle; other information is being collected. Councilmember Matarrese stated the area was much more dangerous with fewer people. The Development Services Director stated the proposed bulb out is not just for traffic calming but is to provide additional capacity on the sidewalk. Councilmember Matarrese stated the issue was mitigated by working with the operator. The Development Services Director stated Angela's would be adding patio dining also. Mayor Johnson stated that a bulb out is needed to protect the marquee; concurred with Councilmember Gilmore regarding the crosswalk. Regular Meeting 13 Alameda City Council December 2, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-12-02.pdf |