pages: CityCouncil/2012-04-17.pdf, 6
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CityCouncil | 2012-04-17 | 6 | The Public Works Director responded general maintenance is included in the Maintenance of Streets, Sidewalks, and Trails category; stated locations are not identified. Councilmember Johnson inquired how much money would be allocated for said category, to which the Public Works Director responded $5 million per year. Councilmember Johnson inquired whether said amount is funded, to which the Public Works Director responded in the negative. Councilmember Johnson stated having new things is nice, but the City needs to maintain what exists; inquired whether the City has a pothole crew. The Public Works Director responded in the affirmative; stated potholes are popping up throughout the City because of the rains; Public Works mid-managers have adopted certain streets. Councilmember Johnson suggested posting something on the City's website so that people can inform the City of pothole locations. The Public Works Director stated people report potholes via Comcate [known as Alameda Access on the City's website]. In response to Councilmember Johnson's inquiry, the Public Works Director stated crack sealing is done every year under the resurfacing contract. Vice Mayor Bonta thanked staff for having the Transportation Commission and Planning Board review the draft list; stated the Transportation Commission and Planning Board's expertise is very helpful. Councilmember deHaan stated the Broadway-Jacksor project is major; street and sidewalk maintenance is on-going and mandatory for sustaining the quality of life in Alameda; that he considers the maintenance more important. The Public Works Director stated different funding sources are available; the Broadway- Jackson funding would not be the same source as sidewalk repair; more money would be available for street, sidewalk, and trail maintenance if Measure B3 passes [in November]. Discussed the roles of the Planning Board and Transportation Commission, suggested Council provide feedback on the list and a wish list be created for projects not vetted: John Knox White, Alameda. Expressed support for the revised process and going forward with grants: Jon Spangler, Alameda; and Lucy Gigli, Bike Alameda. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 April 17, 2012 | CityCouncil/2012-04-17.pdf |