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PlanningBoard | 2020-12-14 | 4 | Director Thomas gave details about the surveys, what they had learned and ways they were trying to be inclusive. Staff Member Henry led everyone through a survey and then read questions submitted by attendees. Is equity defined in the plan and then how is it measured and how do we know if we are meeting the goal? Director Thomas said this was a great question. The second draft will have a definition of equity and they are adding a section to the General Plan on how to measure equity and to ensure we are moving in the right direction. Has the city done a survey to see how many people use a bike, what distance they bike, and what routes they use? If so, where can that information be found? Director Thomas said they have collected that data and it can be found on the city's website under "Active Transportation Plan". They would be introducing these metrics into the Annual Review. When the second draft becomes available will there be an opportunity for input from the community? Director Thomas said absolutely, this is the community's General Plan. There would be a series of public meetings with the Planning Board. They would be taking comments on the second draft the entire time. President Teague opened public comments. Denyse Trepanier, a Board Member of Bike Walk Alameda, wanted to discuss preserving the grid and if this was something that should be included in the General Plan. She wanted the city to look at other cities that had bicycle boulevards and had diverted cars off these roads. Cyndy Johnsen, a Board Member of Bike Walk Alameda, wanted to express her support for the vision of the mobility element. Cameron Holland, a Board Member of Bike Walk Alameda, wanted to encourage the staff and the board to consider the needs of families moving around the island. Chris Buckley, Alameda Architectural Preservation Society, wanted to discuss a letter the society had sent. The major concerns were about information lacking about earthquake Approved Planning Board Minutes Page 4 of 8 December 14, 2020 | PlanningBoard/2020-12-14.pdf |