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PlanningBoard | 2019-02-25 | 10 | bridge is the preferred option to become retrofitted as a Lifeline structure in the event of a major earthquake. He said light rail could not cross the Union Pacific line in Oakland. He said running bus rapid transit could roll right over the train tracks. Board Member Cavanaugh said the bus system runs into gridlock near the bridge, especially in the mornings. He said having a dedicated right of way has to happen for it to be effective. Staff Member Thomas said the planners agree that having a dedicated lane for buses is key. He said they are even considering the idea of contra-flow peak hour bus lanes in the tubes, or congestion pricing to fund transportation. 8. MINUTES *None* 9. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS 9-A 2019-6573 Planning, Building and Transportation Department Recent Actions and Decisions The staff report can be found at: https://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=3862436&GUID=DDB47C1A- 6A08-459E-9887-499040498A3B&FullText=1 10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 10-A 2019-6574 Future Public Meetings and Upcoming Planning, Building and Transportation Department Projects Staff Member Thomas previewed upcoming meeting items. Board Member Teague said the board members should read the City Attorney's direction on what is and is not permitted regarding use permit actions. Staff Member Thomas said they are revising the RFQ. Board Members Rothenberg, Curtis, and Sullivan volunteered to provide input on the revised RFQ. 11. BOARD COMMUNICATIONS *None* 12. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS *None* 13. ADJOURNMENT Approved Planning Board Minutes Page 10 of 11 February 25, 2019 | PlanningBoard/2019-02-25.pdf |