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CityCouncil | 2017-11-07 | 9 | Urged Council include a cross island bus service, increase and improve the frequency of rides and expand the easy pass: Former Councilmember Tony Daysog, Alameda. Expressed concern with on and off Island access for bicyclists: Ani Dimusheva, Alameda. Stated that she supports the plan and easy pass access for all Alamedans: Cheri Corfey, Alameda resident and GABA. Urged Council to make Alameda more bicycle friendly: Doug Bloch, Alameda resident and Teamsters Union. Stated that she supports the Alameda shuttle; noted street light stickers were distributed to members of the audience in support of the Alameda shuttle: Lorre Zuppan, Alameda. Suggested staff decouple and emphasize interim bike lanes for ferry terminal access to Main Street; stated staff should evaluate access from the Fruitvale Bridge and prioritize making Alameda streets safer for bicyclists and pedestrians: Brian McGuire, Bike Walk Alameda. Urged Council to make transit more important; stated that he supports the plan: Jon Spangler, Alameda. Urged Council to support the shuttle program: Sam Hensley. Stated that she supports the Alameda shuttle; suggested a transportation tax to fund the Alameda free shuttle: Karen Bey, Alameda. Mayor Spencer stated that she did not vote to hire the consultant; she does not support the entire plan; suggested having a team analyze how to make the free shuttle happen while still working on other transportation issues, like bicycle access on and off the Island; stated that she supports a tax to make the shuttle a priority. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like to make safer bicycle access to the ferry a priority; she would like more bike racks around town; she supports a bike/pedestrian bridge on the West End. (17-668) Mayor Spencer stated a motion is needed to consider the remaining items; moved approval of hearing the cannabis item [paragraph no 17-669]. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Oddie stated that he does not want to make important decisions late at night. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council November 7, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-11-07.pdf |