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Chapter II -Capital Improvement Projects exist in the current station. However, the alignment of the existing drive and signal are shifted to the south to align with the West Joaquin center line. Re- location of the bus drive and signal allows for a direct pedestrian crossing from the West Joaquin pedestrian access way (adjacent to the proposed BART lot housing; see Chapter III) to the transit center. As illustrated, the drop-off court/plaza is paved with a textured surface, such as unit pavers, that pedestrianize the space and promote slower vehicular movements. Approximately 5751inear feet of outside curbline is provided for queueing ofdrop-off patrons, taxis, and paratransit vehicles; dedicated berths for City-sponsored shuttles should be included. An interior island is pro- videdwithin the drop-off court to channel vehicular movements. This island could accommodate a pavilion offering snacks and coffee, stand, newspa- pers,and possibly valet parking for bicycles, as well as a seating/waiting area. Access would be from the existing drive, aligned with West Estudillo; as noted above regarding San Leandro Boulevard, the existing median that crosses West Estudillo would be opened to allow left turns into the access drive from both directions. Currently, movements at the driveway are limited to right- in/right-out only. In addition to the capital improvements described above, it is recommended that the City and BART explore the possibility of changing the name of the station, from "San Leandro' to "Downtown San Leandro." This would rein- forcethe downtown location and more appropriately reflect the fact that with Bayfair BART there are two stations located within the city. Pedestrian and Bicycle Linkages The Revitalization Strategy focuses on infill development and street im- provements that integrate the strategy area with adjacent districts. Pedes- trian and bicycle linkages between Downtown, Central San Leandro, and BART are stressed, and a program of streetscape-related linkage improve- ments is established. These are highlighted on the "Pedestrian & Bicycle Linkages' plan on the following page. The elements of the program are: Pedestrian streetscape Improvements: Street Lights, Enhanced Crosswalks, Street Trees - Alvarado Street - West Estudillo Street - West Juana Street (includes new medians) - San Leandro Boulevard (includes new medians) Signalized Intersections on San Leandro Boulevard - West Estudillo Street - West Joaquin Street - West Juana Street (existing w/enhanced crosswalks) Bicycle Routes - West Juana, Type II between San Leandro Boulevard/Clarke Street - Clarke Street, Type II.S between W. Juana/W. Estudillo - West Estudillo, Type II.5 between Clarke/Hays to Downtown Plaza Neighborhood Mini-Park A shortage of open space in the Strategy Area was noted in the public work- shops. The type of open space desired was not for active recreation, but for more passive, neighborhood-oriented use, such as a green that could serve as a neighborhood social hub, with sitting and garden areas and space for small children to play. However, there appear to be no publicly or privately owned sites within the Area that are appropriately sized or located for a park. Should land become available, it is recommended that a neighborhood park be established. The park should incorporate aneighborhood-oriented green with an open lawn area, a "tot-lot" for preschoolers, and possibly an orna- mental garden/sitting area. Initially a 0.4 acre property for sale at the south- eastcorner of West Joaquin and Clarke Street was recommended for acquisi- tion and development for a park. However, this property has since been sold to Cherry Blossom Inn for possible future expansion. Another option is to vacate the portion of Clarke Street and develop it as a park; the "Neighbor- hood Mini-Park" sketch illustrates this approach. -26- Bus shelters and other furnishings should help make transit use a pleasant experience.