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CityCouncil | 2016-02-29 | 3 | Showed a Power Point presentation; stated the staff proposal needs some changes; made some recommendations; education and enforcement are important for bicyclists: Eugenie Thomson, Alameda. Stated that he lives on Central Avenue; he welcomes change but does not completely agree with the proposal; he would like to make sure he has a parking space for his vehicles: Ernie Alviar, Alameda. IN FAVOR: Read Michelle Ellson's comments, which stated that she would like a safe plan for everyone on the roads; urged approval of the proposal; stated bike lanes would not hurt the business district; the safety of the community is the number one issue; the proposal is about making a strategic decision to calm the streets; urged approval of the bike lanes for the safety and welfare of the children in Alameda: Heather Little, Alameda. Stated that she drives on Central Avenue all the time and people speed by her; she is concerned about distracted drivers being a danger to bicyclists and pedestrians; urged approval of the proposal: Lauren Daley, Alameda. Stated that she lives on the corner of Sherman Street and Santa Clara Avenue; she has witnessed a number of accidents; there is something compelling about protecting children as they walk to school; stated she was hit by a driver going over 20 miles over the speed limit; narrowing the roads will make drivers more cognizant; drivers do not obey the 25 mph speed limit; there should not be a fatality before the City does something about it: Malia Vella, Alameda. Stated that he is thrilled to see the project recommended by the staff and the community; every nationwide study on the economic impact of bike lanes and greater pedestrian access has shown an increase in business and revenue: Jon Spangler, League of American Bicyclists. Stated that he bikes all over Alameda; there is never a backup on Central Avenue and there is no need for four lanes; police are not enforcing the 25 mph speed limit; City vehicles also do not obey the speed limits; he strongly supports the proposal to make the streets safer for pedestrians and bicyclists: Aaron Thies, Alameda. Urged Council to approve the proposal to make Alameda safe for bicyclists; stated Alameda is the exception in change and development of bike friendly cities; bike paths alleviate traffic congestion: John Zenner, Alameda. Stated the proposal will revitalize the West End and will increase safety; if it is not implemented, there will continue to be injuries and deaths; urged approval of the proposal: Armando Pastron Jr., Alameda. Continued February 24, 2016 Meeting Alameda City Council February 29, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-02-29.pdf |