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CityCouncil | 2019-11-05 | 6 | for increased citations; stated near miss data should be reportable; noted the sun causes East to West streets to have increased difficulty for pedestrian visibility; stated without near miss data, collision data is sporadic and spread out; areas near schools should be the main focus for implementation; questioned the enforceability of 15 mile per hour speed limit zones; stated if enforcement is not possible, she would like to know the reasons why and what steps can be taken to lobby for change; there are many distracted divers and enforcement needs to be increased. Councilmember Daysog stated the likelihood of survival for someone struck by a car going 25 miles per hour is around 90%; in a City where all roads are limited to 25 miles per hour there should be no fatalities; expressed support for increased enforcement; requested an off-agenda report be provided on the current and future status of enforcement; outlined an incident where a car collided into a house; stated people should and must drive 25 miles per hour throughout the City for the sake of children's safety; expressed support for Vision Zero and working with City staff to elevate enforcement; outlined speeding enforcement in areas in Alameda. Councilmember Oddie stated Vision Zero is critical; questioned what is being done now; stated post-collisions should not have to happen; questioned what the City is doing to fix the issues; stated a City should take care of people and keep them safe; 70 to 80% of the budget goes toward public safety; if the City is not providing safety, it is failing; stopping kids from getting hit should be priority number one; the cost is negligible; stated encouraging kids to walk and bike to school is similar to negligence; the City needs to do better; expressed support for Vision Zero; stated safety measures need to be implemented today; if resources are the issue, he expects a report back from staff to increase resources; a generation cannot grow up afraid that they will be hit in an intersection; requested staff to return and provide solutions that can be implemented today. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the City Manager is working with staff to increase expedience of implementation; that she was also hit by a car while crossing the street; the experience left a lasting impression, is terrible and even worse for a child to experience; she urges people to walk or ride bikes to and from destinations; safe options must be provided; expressed support for the improvements to Clement and Central Avenues; stated there are things everyone can do to increase safety, including mindfulness; education programs are helpful; outlined her experiences while she rides her bicycle through town; expressed support for reporting near miss data; stated cell phone video of dangerous activity should be sent to the Police Department; discussed the viability of a scramble intersection; expressed support for adopting the resolution. Councilmember Vella moved approval of the item [adoption of the resolution]. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (19-602) Recommendation to Authorize the Purchase of 35 Vehicles, Consistent with the Revised Vehicle Replacement Policy, in an Amount Not to Exceed $1,311,421 from Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 4 November 5, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-11-05.pdf |