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CityCouncil | 2019-10-01 | 13 | The Recreation and Parks Director responded the Police Department has the project on its radar; stated once the project is further built-out patrol will occur whenever possible; regulations are similar to parks; people should not be in the area after-dark; reporting is encouraged. Councilmember Oddie inquired how many people use the easements. The Recreation and Parks Director responded there is no current figure. Councilmember Oddie stated visibility is low within the amount of space; inquired whether keeping the pathways at 10 feet wide was considered. The Recreation and Parks Director responded Council may choose any width desired; stated the goal is to compromise and address survey responses. Stated East Shore is the number one location for sea level rise; discussed the need to have walls done in conjunction with Public Works to address sea level rise; expressed concern over Liberty and Central Avenues access: Bob Shannon, East Shore Homeowners Association. Urged all the areas be used for small parks; offered to donate three benches in memory of his mother: Kevin Padway. Expressed support for the parks, concern over neighbor claims about crime and support for formal access at Towata Park: Jeff Wasserman, Alameda. Stated the development should not create a public nuisance; expressed concern over creating hiding spaces: Rob Barics, Alameda. Discussed indemnification; expressed concern over parties at the end of pathways; discussed encroachments: Dona Fisher, Alameda. Councilmember Daysog stated the wing areas should be less than 10 feet; the center is the place of attention; the edges should not be greater than the center width; the pathways are neighborhood passive parks where people go to enjoy the area; data shows average online responders visited the areas once per year and residents nearby visited more, which proves the area being a passive neighborhood park; the edges should be subordinate to the middle 10 feet. Councilmember Oddie stated the project has come a long way; expressed support for each pathway being considered; stated the Pathway A recommendation is good; grants should be obtained sooner rather than later if possible; expressed support for cutting Pathway B down to 10 feet; stated having a gate on Pathway C maintains the view; Pathways D and E have minor improvements; expressed concern for deteriorating docks and restricting or impeding any maintenance or improvements; expressed support for Pathway B being smaller and a view gate on Pathway C. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 October 1, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-10-01.pdf |