pages: CityCouncil/2009-09-01.pdf, 9
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CityCouncil | 2009-09-01 | 9 | Councilmember Matarrese stated the most feedback has been received regarding the Line 63 service; urged people to attend the community workshop on September 12. Councilmember Gilmore stated AC Transit has been very thoughtful regarding the proposed changes that she has concerns with service at Encinal High School ridership numbers need to be carefully reviewed before cutting service. Vice Mayor deHaan stated reductions have been made every two years bus service will be Alameda Point's transportation backbone ; demographics and density have changed the Summerhouse area is extremely dense. Councilmember Tam inquired whether the reason for the proposed discontinuation of Line 50 is because ridership is low due to the Harbor Bay Business Park's contract with a private transit contractor for service to the airport. Cory Lavigne, AC Transit Service and Operations Planning Manager, responded in the affirmative; stated competing with a free, reliable service is impossible. Mayor Johnson inquired whether AC Transit has an overall policy regarding transporting passengers long distance versus BART. Mr. Lavigne responded AC Transit has different policies to address various concerns; stated the primary issue is reviewing service that does the least amount of harm to the most people; the East End's connection to the Fruitvale BART station will be reviewed. Speakers Debra Arbuckle, Alameda; Former Councilmember Barbara Kerr, Alameda; and Kathy Moehring, West Alameda Business Association (WABA) . Councilmember Matarrese stated that he takes Line 19 from Marina Village; that he is the last passenger when he gets off in Emeryville. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (09-337) Michael John Torrey, Alameda, thanked the City for implementing the Code Red system. COUNCIL REFERRALS (09-338 - ) Consideration of Allocating $2 Million of Measure WW Funds for the Construction of a New Boys and Girls Club Recreation Center Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 1, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-09-01.pdf |