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CityCouncil | 2019-11-05 | 9 | bureaucracy which has difficulties thinking outside the box; the area to be re-designed is not a freeway; the project is attempting to place bike lanes on a City street; a different process is needed; City staff has been lobbying and pushing Caltrans staff for the last few years; outlined lobbying efforts; stated help from the Council at a higher level could bring the project to the attention of Caltrans; the project should not be difficult; staff is meeting with Caltrans next week to work through some issues; any assistance from Council would be appreciated. Councilmember Oddie stated Council should reach out to local representatives; outlined previous outreach attempts; expressed support for doing whatever is necessary; stated there is the option the City could take the street back under its responsibility. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the portion of Central Avenue between Eighth Street and Sherman Avenue would have enhanced protected bike lanes. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded in the affirmative; outlined lane builds and bike lane options throughout project segments. Councilmember Daysog questioned whether the General Plan designates the project as a truck route which has a certain street status. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded in the affirmative; stated converting from four lanes to three lanes has reduced speed, and increased safety. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the final project will have three lanes total or two lanes in one direction. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded there will be one lane in each direction with a center turn lane. Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of the staff recommendation [including adoption of the resolution], with a recommendation that staff engage the City Council to engage with legislative leaders. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated that he will not support the item; expressed concern for Central Avenue being a major arterial street; stated if there are safety issues in the area, enforcement should be enhanced; the proposed solution is not proper; enforcement is key. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Knox White, Oddie, Vella and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 4. Noes: Councilmember Daysog - 1. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 November 5, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-11-05.pdf |