Potential Gibbons Drive Area Traffic Calming Improvements
On May 20, 2010, Public Works Department staff held a public meeting with residents of the Gibbons Drive area to discuss a number of design options for traffic calming that could potentially be applied in the area. Below are the design options that were presented, as well as counts of motor vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians in the area. If you have any questions about this project, contact Alan Ta at (510) 749-5921 or ata@ci.alameda.ca.us.
Traffic Calming Gibbons Drive Update July 19, 2010
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Alameda City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Transportation Element Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) and General Plan Amendment (GPA)
On January 20, 2009, as part of its regular meeting at 7:30 PM, the Alameda City Council will hold a public hearing to certify the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for the update to the Transportation Element of the City's General Plan. The City Council will also consider the adoption of the Transportation Element General Plan Amendment. The FEIR has been recommended for approval, with some proposed changes, by the City's Transportation Commission and Planning Board.
Transportation Master Plan and Transportation Element information.
City Council to Review First-Ever Pedestrian Plan
On January 20, 2009, the City Council will review the draft of the City's first Pedestrian Plan. The Pedestrian Plan is a component of the comprehensive, citywide Transportation Master Plan, and is funded with Measure B tax dollars. The purpose of the City of Alameda's Pedestrian Plan is to improve pedestrian access for residents and visitors of the City. For more details on the public outreach process and to download the plan, go to the Transportation Master Plan web page, where you can find a link the the Pedestrian Plan site.
Transportation Master Plan.
Recycling Facility Opens at Alameda Towne Centre
Beverage container buyback centers conveniently located at major shopping centers
The City of Alameda reported the opening of a new bottle and can recycling center within Alameda. In addition to the buy-back center located in the Marina Village Shopping Center, there is a new center at Alameda Towne Centre.
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Transportation Master Plan
To help address the City's current and future transportation needs,
the Transportation Commission, with assistance from the Public Works Department, is undertaking a comprehensive Transportation Master Plan (TMP). The TMP will address the full range of transportation issues, everything from bridge traffic to bike paths to parking to pedestrian safety. On the TMP Web Site you can review draft documents as they are completed, keep track of upcoming meetings, and more.
Project Funding Through Measure B
In 2000 county voters passed Measure B, reauthorizing the one-half cent sales tax for transportation projects that was originally passed in 1986. The tax will be in effect through 2022, and is expected to generate $1.4 billion to help fund important projects.
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City to Update Transportation Element
November, 2007; A key step in updating the City's transportation policies is updating the Transportation Element of the City's General Plan. The current General Plan was approved in 1991. Since that time, major changes have taken place in Alameda, primarily the closing of the former Alameda Naval Air Station. With other redevelopment projects such as Alameda Landing and the Northern Waterfront also in the works, sound transportation planning will be critical to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Alameda. For that reason the City is undertaking an update of the Transportation Element.
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Update of Master Tree Plan
March 2008;
 The current Master Tree Plan (UMTP) and street tree inventory of the City was done in 1989. This update of the Master Tree Plan will identify the best tree species for different site conditions in various neighborhoods of the City, using current horticulture practices. It will also update the tree inventory, develop replacement plans and schedules where street tree may become problematic. On the UMTP Web Site, you can review draft document as they are completed, keep track of upcoming meetings, and more. [ read more ]
Estuary Crossing Feasibility Study
updated April 1, 2008;
The City of Alameda is conducting a feasibility study for a bike and pedestrian estuary crossing between Alameda and Oakland. This study will identify up to three recommended preferred alternatives that enhance pedestrian and bicyclist access across the estuary by providing an alternate connection. The Estuary Crossing Study is funded by Measure B, the City of Alameda, Caltrans and Oakland.
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Public Works at a Glance
Public Works is responsible for the construction and maintenance for all of the City’s facilities. Under the Public Works administrative umbrella are the divisions of Capital Improvement Projects, Environmental Services, Land Development & Transportation and Maintenance Services.
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Matthew Naclerio
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Each of these divisions has several sub-areas of public responsibility such as:
- sidewalk repair & inspection
- street trees
- street signs/traffic signals
- parking
- sewer services
- transportation
- ferry service
- urban run off program
- cable tv
- street sweeping
- street repair
- graffiti
- litter
- storm drains
- garbage services
- recycling program.
Public Works Administrative Office
The administrative office of the Public Works Department can be reached at (510) 749-5840.
Capital Improvement Projects Division
510-749-5840
Environmental Services Division
510-749-5840
Land Development and Transportation Division
510-749-5840
Maintenance Services Division
510-747-7900
Information on Ferry Services
www.eastbayferry.com
www.harborbayferry.com
Urban Runoff Clean Water Program
Visit Planet Alameda
Online Resources
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