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40 | Commissioner Bellows asked WETA if they ever considered implementing a parking fee. Kevin Connolly replied they discussed the idea and are willing to consider it. Commissioner Miley stated that there are other lots along Harbor Bay Parkway and he recommended WETA review those sites. He suggested reaching out to the existing shuttle at the nearby business park to see if they could expand their service to reach the ferry terminal. Commissioner Vargas stated that he paid more for parking in Chicago than San Francisco and in the densest areas motorists required a sticker. He asked WETA if there are sites where that scheme has been implemented. Kevin Connolly stated that the city of Vallejo owns a number of open surface lots around the Baylink Ferry Terminal and they now charge for parking. Commissioner Bellows asked staff if they looked at allowing for parking along McCartney Road. Staff Patel replied no. Commissioner Bellows asked if there was a way to accommodate parking along the road. Staff Patel replied they could investigate to see if parking would be possible. Commissioner Vargas mentioned that there was a park and ride on Island Drive near Doolittle. He then asked if the AC Transit bus that picks up at the park and ride could stop near the ferry terminal to accommodate additional ferry riders. Becca Homa replied that Line #21 does stop at the park and ride and near the terminal. However, she felt few people were taking advantage of the service, but she could investigate further. Staff Payne replied that the park and ride spaces were at capacity. Commissioner Schatmeier asked staff who parked there and where were they going. Staff Payne said the lot was owned by the City and charter buses utilized the lot. Kevin Connolly replied Google runs five buses a day at the park and ride and Apple runs three. Staff Payne replied that the Golf Parking Lot was a potential alternative; however, staff once executed the shuttle approach and only a handful used the service. Commissioner Miley replied that all agencies involved should take notes and come back to the Commission with feedback and follow up to explore solutions. He would like to see the crosswalk idea reviewed to allow safe access when crossing Main Street. Commissioner Vargas felt the Homeowner Associations from the adjacent communities should Page 5 of 10 |