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CityCouncil | 2016-10-18 | 11 | next steps and prioritize the estuary crossing to solve the problem: Lucy Gigli, Bike Walk Alameda. Stated the estuary crossing project is the best option and will have a transformative effect for residents and businesses on both sides of the estuary; there needs to be a solution and a commitment from the City: Brian McGuire, Bike Walk Alameda. Mayor Spencer inquired when staff will figure out the plan for bicycle access across the estuary; stated the issue is not on the priority list; inquired whether the matter will be worked on independently, to which the Base Reuse Director responded in the affirmative. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the matter is currently being worked on. The Base Reuse Director responded direction can be given to staff by motion to continue to work with Bike Walk Alameda on the items specified in the email. Mayor Spencer inquired whether staff will work with Bike Walk Alameda and all stakeholders, to which the Base Reuse Director responded in the affirmative. Mayor Spencer inquired whether increased advocacy to all regional leaders could be included, to which the Base Reuse Director responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she supports the idea of including a resolution of support for the Bike Walk Alameda direction. Stated the Alameda Home Team is arranging a Cross Channel Panel on December 1st: Helen Sause, Alameda Home Team. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of the Draft Project List for the Alameda County Transportation Commission Call for Projects, as well as direction to staff to continue to pursue the items listed in the Bike Walk Alameda correspondence dated October 13, 2016, including, but not limited to, hiring a maritime engineer to get more information and working with the coalition of federal, State, county partners, and engage the Coast Guard, all towards the goal of building a bicycle/pedestrian bridge on the West End of Alameda. Vice Mayor Matarrese seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Spencer inquired whether hiring a maritime engineer would come back to Council. The City Manager responded only if the cost is over $75,000. Mayor Spencer inquired whether staff anticipates the cost being over $75,000, to which the City Manager responded in the negative. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council October 18, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-10-18.pdf |