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TransportationCommission | 2021-10-27 | 5 | 6B. Endorse the City Council's Adoption of the Slow Streets Recommendations (Rochelle Wheeler, Senior Transportation Coordinator) (Action Item) Rochelle Wheeler, a Senior Transportation Coordinator, introduced the item and gave a presentation. The staff report and attachments can be found at https://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=5182987&GUID=6B504F66-005A- 46C2-BEF4-BAA9D3A49881&FullText=1. Commissioner Clarifying Questions for #6B Commissioner Weitze asked about the stats on the reduction of collisions. He also asked that staff clarify why Versailles was chosen and maintained as a Slow Street. Staff Member Wheeler discussed the reduction in collision numbers. She then explained the criteria and reasons why Versailles was chosen as a Slow Street. Chair Soules asked if the staff's recommendation was an all-or-nothing endorsement. She reminded the commission that amendments could come after public comments. Staff Member Wheeler said this was just the staff's recommendation. The commission could modify this in any way, remove a street or change a street segment. Commissioner Weitze wanted to know if Pearl Street could be an alternative choice to Versailles. Staff Member Wheeler explained why Versailles was a better choice over Pearl Street. Commissioner Michael Hans wanted to know why Orion had such negative feedback and what criteria would have to be met for a Slow Street to be removed. Staff Member Wheeler discussed that given how short the Orion Slow Street is, few people are using it, and therefore there is not so much negative feedback as a lack of strong support to maintain it. For criteria, staff looked at the traffic statistics, plus public comment to make a determination. Public Comments for #6B | TransportationCommission/2021-10-27.pdf |