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TransportationCommission | 2005-02-23 | 7 | Chair Knox White Opened Public Comment Jon Spangler stated that staff had insisted that two travel lanes would be required in each direction along Pacific Avenue/Marshall Way/Lincoln Avenue. Therefore, by adding a median, the existing wide curb lane would be eliminated, making this route more difficult for bicyclists to use. He noted that an earlier version of the proposed design called for three lanes - one through lane in each direction with a shared turn lane in the center - and bike lanes. Public Comment Closed Chair Knox White and Commissioner Knoth both indicated that they supported Mr. Spangler's recommendation of one travel lane in each direction on Lincoln/Marshall/Pacific. Commissioner Parker said that the configuration recommended by staff, with four through lanes, is required to accommodate the anticipated traffic demand associated with the development at Alameda Point. Chair Knox White suggested that the three-lane configuration with striped bike lanes be implemented until the actual traffic demand warranted the additional travel lanes. Commissioner Krueger agreed, and stated that long-term needs should not limit near-term improvements. Staff Hawkins stated that Public Works had determined that two travel lanes would be required in each direction to accommodate the future traffic at Alameda Point, but that staff did not specifically preclude the installation of bike lanes. Commissioner Parker asked if the developer of the Harbor Island Apartments could be required to relocate the sidewalk so that it would no longer be behind the parking area. Staff Hawkins responded that the carports will be removed as part of the renovations. She noted that since the existing buildings are only being modified, the City cannot compel the developer to make such changes. She also noted that Poggi Street is privately owned, but there is a public easement for the sidewalks. Commissioner Krueger noted that the bus routes depicted in the Plan need to be updated. Mr. Smiley agreed that any recent changes needed to be incorporated into the Plan, and stated that transit improvements may also have to be modified if the locations of the major transit stops have changed. Commissioner Parker moved to continue the meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schatmeier. Motion carried by a unanimous voice vote - 5. 8.STAFF COMMUNICATIONS March 23 Joint Meeting with APAC: Estuary Crossing Workshop, 6:30 Start Time 9.ADJOURNMENT 7 | TransportationCommission/2005-02-23.pdf |