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TransportationCommission | 2016-01-27 | 10 | history surrounding the easement and that should be reviewed. He explained that although there's limited room because the community has been built out, the City has a right to the space and that should be considered and included in the staff report. He would like to know the limitations and concerns for the area and he felt staff would bring this back to the Commission because there is more to understand about the data and the right turn onto Constitution Way. Commissioner Vargas said he supported many of the comments that Commissioner Miley made. He said in order to move this concept forward the Commission has to look at the analysis of removing one of the eastbound traffic lanes and that removal would be replaced with an 11-foot lane. He went on to say for the record he does not like narrow lanes for safety reasons especially since this is a heavy truck lane and there is no shoulder. He was concerned about the fact that AC Transit, Alameda Fire Department, or emergency responders were not brought to the table to collaborate because this is a safety facility that needs to be maintained. He would like staff to define the project because he heard the addition of a mid-block crossing, so would the City attempt to solve a number of things and if that was the case then put it out on the table to let the Commission analyze everything. However, he said the Commission was not ready to address this tonight. Commissioner Schatmeier replied that he does not believe the concept was ready. He noted that staff recommendations state refine and implement the attached design concept. He said refinement was needed before implementation would take place, so he was not prepared to vote for both. Additionally, he was unsure when reviewing the design where the AC Transit bus stop would be placed due to safety concerns. He explained the concept could move forward, but the refinements were an important aspect of the plan and should be reported back to the Commission. Commission Bertken replied the Commission could not go forward at this point in time because it would be a slap in the face towards AC Transit. Commissioner Bellows stated there would be plenty of time because the two trail segments are currently being worked on. She noted that 14 emails were sent to the City in support and one email did not support the project. Yet, from what she has heard from the Commissioners was there should be more refinement, including discussions with AC Transit, Estuary Crossing and the Alameda Fire Department. She said the crosswalk concept and using some of the easement discussed should be analyzed further. Ultimately, she would like these issues to come back to the Commission for review. Commissioner Morgado made a motion to approve the idea, but the Commission needs more information to be included in the update and AC Transit and the Estuary needed to be involved in the discussion. Commissioner Miley seconded the motion with an amendment to include staff to review the topics that were brought up by the Commission and speakers. The vote was approved 5-1. Commissioner Vargas voted no. 5.E. Recommend Approval of the AC Transit Service Expansion Plan Buena Vista Avenue/Line 19 Alternative (Gail Payne, Community Development Department) Staff Payne presented the report. Page 10 of 16 | TransportationCommission/2016-01-27.pdf |