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Downtown Lighting -Acceptance 2 February 1, 2010 Current City Council Policy • The project complements other recently completed downtown improvements, such as the History Museum/Art Gallery, the West Estudillo Pedestrian Connection, the History Walk and ornamental lighting on East 14th and Davis Streets • Elements of this project were taken from the City Council San Leandro/BART Area Revitalization Strategy as well as the Downtown Plan and Urban Design Guidelines Previous City Council Action(s) • On November 3, 2003, by Resolution No. 2003-223, the City Council awarded a design contract to Winzler and Kelly Consulting Engineers • A City Council Work Session was held in February 2003 to discuss possible improvement projects for the downtown area, where the proposal for the installation of the downtown decorative lighting was favorably received by the Council Members in attendance • On April 7, 2008, by Resolution 2008-033, the City Council approved the plans and specifications and called for bids • On April 7, 2008, by Resolution 2008-009 Redevelopment Agency (RDA), the RDA approved the plans and specifications and called for bids, authorized the use of Redevelopment funds and authorized the City of San Leandro to act as its agent for the oversight and administration of the project • On June 16, 2008, by Resolution 2008-066, the City Council awarded the construction contract for the subject project to McGuire & Hester City Council Committee Review and Action • City Council-appointed advisory committees were established for the development of the Central San Leandro/BART Area Revitalization Strategy and the Downtown Plan and Urban Design Guidelines • Facilities Committee approved the closure of the West Joaquin Avenue pedestrian plaza at its March 22, 2006 meeting • On September 4, 2007, by Resolution 2007-116, the City Council certified the TOD Strategy Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Applicable General Plan Policy • General Plan Policy Focus 42.03 for Urban Design Improvements: This policy calls for the use of urban design elements such as: bollards; pavers; fountains; signage; tree lighting; and street furniture to establish a stronger design identity for San Leandro's commercial areas and create a more inviting street environment for pedestrians • Complies with the Downtown TOD Strategy Permits and/or Variances Granted No variances were required for this project.