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CityCouncil | 2014-06-17 | 7 | that counts spaces has the capability to say "Full", to which the Public Works Coordinator responded in the affirmative. Mayor Gilmore stated the parking sign has a lot of information for drivers to process. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft concurred with Mayor Gilmore; stated there is too much information on the parking sign; that she would like to see Lot C across from Theatre reconfigured to be more accommodating and efficient; she likes the electronic sign for the parking garage; inquired why kiosks were not chosen. The Public Works Coordinator responded residents did not express a dislike for kiosks, but rather a preference for the smart meter; kiosks are more expensive; Park Street Business Association (PSBA) and Webster Street Business Association (WABA) prefer the smart meter; smart meters did not exist five years ago and have become more popular. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated there is a need for more bike parking, but bike lockers take up lots of space; more bike parking encourages people to use bikes instead of cars. Councilmember Tam stated the garage is underutilized; suggested moving the 13 spaces from the Oak Street and Alameda Avenue gravel lot into the garage, and repurposing the lot; a best and highest use for the lot should be found. The Public Works Coordinator stated that he would definitely look into the suggestion. Mayor Gilmore complimented staff for an excellent report which provides a lot of information; inquired whether there was any feedback regarding why the bike rack in front of Lot C is unpopular. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's inquired what day of the week and time the photo of the bike rack in Lot C was taken, to which the Assistant Engineer responded he does not recall. In response to Mayor Gilmore's inquiry, the Assistant Engineer stated staff had the same thoughts about the unpopularity of the bike rack in Lot C; stated staff will collect data on bike rack parking. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether there were any suggestions about how to deter jay walking, to which the Public Works Coordinator responded there were no great ideas about deterring jay walkers. Stated PSBA unanimously supports the staff recommendation; signage at Lot C should direct people to the parking garage: Robb Ratto, PSBA. Councilmember Tam moved approval of staff recommendation with the direction to look Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 June 17, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-06-17.pdf |