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Initiative #5: Development of Infrastructure Critical to Business Activity <br /> Historically, the San Leandro Redevelopment Agency provided millions of dollars annually to <br /> support key infrastructure projects that encouraged business activity. With the loss of <br /> redevelopment funding, these projects have been drastically reduced. Nevertheless, some <br /> infrastructure projects have been identified as crucial in the support of economic development <br /> goals and will remain a focus of Business Development staff efforts. <br /> Ongoing ciii <br /> East 14th/Hesperian/150th Ave "Triangle" Beautification — In 2009, the <br /> Redevelopment Agency purchased the triangle-shaped property in the middle of the three-way <br /> intersection at East 14th Street, Hesperian Boulevard, and 150th Avenue. The primary objective <br /> of the project was to reconfigure the intersection to improve traffic safety and efficiency. With <br /> the site's former tenant relocated to another location in San Leandro, it is now possible to make <br /> aesthetic improvements to this location as well. The site serves as an important gateway to the <br /> south San Leandro business area. <br /> Accomplishments To-Date: Preliminary designs for site beautification were completed in 2010. <br /> Staff is now working to confirm and secure funding for the project and refined project designs <br /> will be presented once that process is completed. <br /> San Leandro Boulevard Streetscape I i Improvements — Work is underway ,along San Leandro Boulevard between r�Davis Street and Williams Street to reduce <br /> the number of travel lanes from six to four,p g y ;!%////add on-street arkin , wider walkwa s, �/�� � <br /> added landscaping, new street lights, <br /> sidewalk bulb-outs with enhanced crosswalk paving, and accessibility upgrades. This project <br /> compliments the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Strategy and makes the San Leandro <br /> BART Station and surrounding area more pedestrian-friendly to a better linkage to Downtown <br /> San Leandro. Funding for this project is provided through a federal grant from the MTC and its <br /> Transportation for Livable Communities program. Additional funds will be provided from the <br /> developer fees and the Measure B Streets & Roads and Bike & Pedestrian funds. <br /> Accomplishments To-Date: Construction commenced on March 1, 2013 and will continue until <br /> early 2014. <br /> alt of Leandro Economic icD°evelo Development and Work December 2013 <br /> Y � p Strategy � <br />