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MINUTES Page 8 City of San Leandro City Council and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting — January 18, 2011 Public Comments on Item 10.C.: Louis Heystek, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, acknowledging the good work by City staff on this project. Mr. Heystek commented that the plan does not adequately address pedestrian safety, side street access onto East 14 and traffic congestion at the Dutton intersection. Mr. Heystek commented that members of the public might have been unaware that the project was proposed for approval tonight, and he requested that the matter be referred back to the City Council Facilities and Transportation Committee for further review and more community input. David Ehrlich, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, agreeing with the previous speaker that he was unaware that the project was scheduled for approval tonight. End of Public Comments on Item 10.C. Councilmember Cutter noted that although she is listed as a member of the 2005 Traffic Management Group, she was never notified of any meetings. She expressed concerns with the proposed plan, stating that it does not address the issues raised by the area's residents. Vice Mayor Reed pointed out that the recommendation of the Facilities and Transportation Committee reported in the January 3, 2011 Council agenda was to "Schedule Discussion of the East 14 Street Striping Project," and that this wording did not mention award of the contract. Councilmember Souza expressed her support for moving the project forward. Councilmember Prola commented that traffic in the area would be reviewed every quarter, and changes could be made. He suggested that the low attendance at the community meeting may be an indication that most residents are comfortable with the plan. He expressed support for proceeding with the project. Councilmember Starosciak concurred with Councilmember Prola, noting that it has been stated over and over that the area is unsafe now, and the improvements are needed. She pointed out that the striping is not a permanent fixture; if further modifications are needed, they can be made relatively easily, and the area can be made safer. Councilmember Souza commented on the adjustments to the project that have been made based on citizen input. Councilmember Cutter commented that she would like to see the safety issues raised by the community addressed before proceeding with the project. M/S /C Souza and Prola. Ayes: 5; Noes: 2 (Cutter and Cassidy)