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~r, ~~ <br />"~ <br />~~, ,r ,,, <br />4 .~ <br />~~ ~ x~ ~, <br />Special paving clearly indicate) where pede.rtrianJ will <br />be crossing. <br />indicate a designated point of cross- <br />ing. Bulb-outs make the pedestrian <br />zone larger, reducing the distance <br />and time required to cross. This is <br />especially important for the elderly <br />and the young. Bulb-outs planted <br />with trees and other vegetation, such <br />as those at Parrott Street, make it <br />clear to vehicles where pedestrians <br />are likely to cross. In addition, ver- <br />tical elements such as trees or light <br />standards provide additional protec- <br />tion for pedestrians in the bulb-out. <br />Outdoor eating <br />Outdoor eating activates down- <br />town streets. Wherever adequate <br />sidewalk room exists, outdoor eat- <br />ing is encouraged. Elements for suc- <br />cessful outdoor eating areas include: <br />- good quality seats and tables <br />- sun and shade control <br />- "defensible space," that is, <br />protected back, setback from <br />street, ability to see out <br />- attractive signs ox umbrellas <br />- clear separation between the <br />eating area and the pedestrian <br />way <br />- good maintenance <br />San Leandro Downtown Plan & Urban Design Guidelines Oetober2000 page 77 <br />Highly detailed pede.rtalJ and Jpecial lighting <br />indicate point of pedestrian croJJing. <br />Outdoor eating can be JucceJJfu! <br />even near bury JtreetJ. <br />