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^ San Leandro Creek/Bridge Overcrossing - is recommended to have ornamental sidewalk paving, lighting, and concrete bridge rail to match bridges on East 14th Street and San Leandro Boulevard. Existing vegetation should be trimmed to enhance visibility and security. Design Materials & Furnishings Recommendations Construction details and specifications for the various components of the streetscape will be established in project construction draw- ings. However, the RAC subcommittee has made initial recommen- dations for the design character of materials and furnishings to be employed. In general, a somewhat modern as opposed to traditional/ Victorian theme is recommended. This reflects the era of the area's commercial and residential buildings, as well as the art deco/modern and WPA architectural forms of San Leandro's notable public buildings, includ- ~~ tiN~y, . t ~:~ ~; ing City Hall, Veterans Memorial Building, Washington School, and San Leandro High School. Sidewalks and Special Paving Areas Unless cracked or otherwise damaged, it is assumed that existing walks will be retained wherever possible. However, it is likely that sidewalk areas will need to be cut and patched for new trenches to accommo- date electrical conduit and irrigation lines for new lighting and street trees. As indicated by the "Frontage Improvements" sketch, trenches should be consistent in width and repaved with an ornamental surface that creates an attractive accent band along the curbline. It is recommended that the trench band areas be approximately 2'-6" in width. The pav- ingband should be extended along the perimeter of proposed corner curb bulb-outs as well, for consistency, though trenches in these newly paved areas would not necessarily need to follow the curb line. - 19 - The San Leandro Creek crossing separates commercial frontages to the Norfh and South and does not highlight the Creek in an attractive way. An ornamental concrete balustrade and pedestrian oriented lighting are recommended, similar to the City's other Creek crossings.