Clement Avenue Restriping and Truck Route

Spoke as a Skyline resident about the rapid influx of new families and urged a holistic look at community resources rather than relying on past plans.

Argued that the truck route plan relies on unrealistic assumptions and requested comprehensive safety and 3D modeling studies.

Stressed safety concerns for young children visiting local playgrounds and walking to school near the proposed truck route.

Urged commissioners to walk the corridor and apply common sense regarding whether 1990s plans fit current realities.

Expressed concerns from the Alameda Animal Shelter regarding staff and volunteer safety, animal stress, and parking impacts.

Suggested trimming bulb outs further rather than narrowing bike lanes and warned against treating public comment like a representative vote.

Clarified parking constraints in Marina Shores and criticized the city for prioritizing outdated plans over current safety and street design standards.

Shared trucking industry experience regarding tight turns and curve negotiation.

Spoke for Bike Walk Alameda, suggesting additional physical traffic calming like speed cushions if lanes are widened.

Expressed concern about loading operations and narrow streets affecting commercial properties along Clement Avenue.

Argued that converting Clement to a truck route contradicts Vision Zero and destroys the neighborhood's waterfront character.

Asked the commission to consider a general plan amendment to keep the truck route on Buena Vista.

Highlighted the high concentration of young children in Marina Shores and argued that truck traffic violates Vision Zero goals.

Noted historical changes along Clement and argued that Buena Vista is a safer route for trucks.

Questioned past housing development agreements and the timeline for opening Clement Avenue.

Highlighted community meeting feedback regarding waterfront park safety and impacts on families.

Advocated for a holistic island-wide traffic study rather than piecemeal decisions street by street.