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CityCouncil | 2019-09-17 | 14 | Councilmember Daysog stated the project is very exciting; taking time to remove some of the parking on the North side of Clement Avenue would make the project even more exciting; issues that could arise would not just be from engineering, but also from enforcement; discussed speeding on Shoreline Drive; stated there is a missed opportunity to work with residents and apply easy solutions; there is no issue if parking is removed from the North side of Clement Avenue; when development occurs, it will be much more difficult to remove the parking spaces versus now; the project is a chance for an elegant two-way bike path; urged Councilmembers to pursue removing parking. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the average speed on Shoreline Drive and the number of collisions has reduced significantly since the cycle track has been added. Councilmember Oddie stated there is merit to the idea of reducing parking; reducing parking encourages people not to drive as much; the design meets freeway standards; that he is not in favor of reducing parking to widen lanes; expressed concern that the project would be a repeat of the Central Avenue project that has not been completed; stated the motion should be amended to ensure the project is completed. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Central Avenue is being worked on; there are complications arising due to State Highway status. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated the motion as he understands is to move forward with the design as-drawn with the 11 foot lanes and keeping the parking; stated painting 15 foot travel lanes is counter to staff's recommendation; it is helpful for Council to provide staff with very clear direction which can be relayed to designers. Councilmember Daysog stated the lanes can stay 11 to 12 feet wide; removing the parking would add cushion to the North side of Clement Avenue. On the call for the question the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (19-520) The City Manager made an announcement regarding launching the Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California (CENIC) Network and business district street work. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. COUNCIL REFERRALS Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 12 September 17, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-09-17.pdf |