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l\UNUTES City of San Leandro City Council and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting-July 7,2003 Page 10 MlS/C Stephens and Grant. Ayes: 6; Noes: 0; Absent: 1 (Glaze) 8.G. Resolution Endorsing Alternative 1 (Beatrice Street Traffic Signals), with Alternative 4 (Beatrice Street Traffic Signals with a Double Left Turn Lane at Northbound W ashington Avenue) as a Potential Future Phase, as the Preferred Configuration for Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority (ACTIA) Project No. 11, 1- 880/W ashington Avenue Interchange Improvements for Measure B 2000 Capital Funds, Project 144-39-007 (provides City endorsement of a preferred configuration which allows project funding and design to proceed). (2930) Councilmember N ardine noted this is an issue which has generated a great deal of public concern, and she requested a staff report to describe the process staff used for selection of Alternative 1. Councilmember Nardine commented that since Vice Mayor Glaze was very involved in the issue, he should also be present to comment. She stated she would not vote on the matter until the Vice Mayor could also vote on it. Councilmelnber Stephens asked if there is time sensitivity in approving the matter tonight. Mr. Udemezue responded there is time sensitivity for CalTrans and suggested the Council take action on the matter prior to the August recess. Mr. Udemezue gave a PowerPoint presentation describing the project, its history and the community involvement and input in the determination of the recommended alternative. Mayor Young asked if CalTrans would be ready to proceed with design work if the Council approved the item on July 21 and asked when the neighborhood would begin to see changes. Mr. Udemezue confirmed CalTrans would apply for funding based on Council's approval, and construction would likely begin in the fall of 2004. By consensus of the Council, the matter was continued to the regular City Council meeting on July 21,2003. 8.H. Resolution No. 2003-155, Resolution Approving Contractual Services Agreement between the City of San Leandro and MV Transportation, Inc. for Paratransit Shuttle Bus Services for the Period of August 1,2003 through February 1, 2004 (provides for paratransit shuttle bus services for a six month pilot program). (2121) Councilmember Santos stated he voted against the item the last time it was considered by the Council. He noted there have been suggested route changes that may compel hinl to change his vote. Recreation and Human Services Manager Joann Oliver gave a PowerPoint presentation which provided an overview of the project and described the shuttle route. Ms. Oliver addressed concerns previously raised regarding passengers in wheelchairs. Councilmember Santos commented he believes the program is a good one. He advocated for a comprehensive program and expressed interest in seeing the Links and Flex shuttle services merged someday.