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CityCouncil | 2019-10-01 | 10 | *** Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess at 8:35 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:45 p.m. (19-548) Recommendation to Approve the Design Concepts for Up to Six Public Access Pathways Along Fernside Boulevard and Eastshore Drive. The Recreation and Parks Director gave a brief presentation reviewing staff report Exhibit 2. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether maintenance will be included. The Recreation and Parks Director responded in the affirmative; stated details have not been finalized for the submerged land; the goal is to provide ownership to the area around property owners' existing docks; when ownership occurs, permits through the City may be obtained for improvements. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether restrictions have been added; outlined property owners' potential dock repair scenarios. The Recreation and Parks Director responded the intention is not to impede repairs and maintenance, but to maintain the views of the water from the viewing areas; outlined restrictions for dock repairs. Vice Mayor Knox White inquired other City options for Pathway C. The Recreation and Parks Director responded another option is signage; stated signage has limited capacity, but does provide legal coverage; there is also the option of a view corridor; other potential options have not been reviewed and would need to be creative. Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether there is a way to maintain the City easement without actively improving or encouraging use at this time. The Recreation and Parks Director responded her initial conversations with legal counsel suggest the pathway should be closed off if the City does not make improvements. Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether it is possible for the property owner to still use the pathway in the event of closure and whether it is possible for the City to decide a use at a later date. The Recreation and Parks Director responded the option is possible; stated a gate will need to be installed beyond the driveways. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 October 1, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-10-01.pdf |