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for the Redwood Shores and Marlin Drive crosswalk; 4) thanked Council for the 16 new speed limit signs on Redwood Shores and asked for additional speed limit signs on Redwood Shores Parkway; 5) place Bot's dots or grooves southbound on Bridge Parkway just before the Bowsprit stop sign; and 6) replace reflective painting on appropriate curves where it has faded. Mr. Kramer stated the two future projects were: 1) separate pedestrian and bike paths vehicle right-of-ways; and 2) provide for traffic safety along Dory Lane. Mr. Kramer agreed that his Committee's recommendations, except the request for the permanent four-way stop sign on Bowsprit and Bridge Parkway, would be forwarded to the Traffic Committee for their consideration and recommendation to the Council. Council Members thanked Mr. Kramer and the Traffic Control Device Committee Members for their willingness to form a partnership with the City to resolve lssues. Captain Granucci introduced Bob Kohn, Chairman of the Enforcement Committee. Mr. Kohn, 550 Skiff Circle, stated his Committee's main concerns were: 1) cross walk violations; and 2) the need for increased patrol and the use of radar. Mr. Kohn thanked Community Policing Officer Gil Granado for his tremendous assistance in increasing the number of citations issued and his willingness to work with the residents of the Redwood Shores neighborhood to do what is necessary to increase traffic safety. Mr. Kohn stated that San Carlos and Belmont have assisted by installing new speed limit signs, and outlined some ideas to catch speeders and publish their names in the newspaper. Captain Granucci announced that Dick Sanborn was the chair of the Student Education Committee but was unable to attend this meeting. Captain Granucci advised that the Committee had met with the Belmont School District and CalTrans to discuss alternative bus routes. Captain Granucci advised that a joint agreement has been reached to build new pads with concrete where the students have to stand and wait for the bus. Heather Shotwell, 9 Tidewater Drive, member of the Student Transportation Committee, advised that the talks are continuing regarding alternative routes. City Manager Everett announced that the pads are being started. Jack Murray, 602 Harbor Colony Court, advised that the school district was unable to agree to changes in route at Bowsprit because the turning radius was too small, but they were willing to consider rerouting at Dory. In answer to Council questions, Mrs. Shotwell stated that the large SamTrans buses were used due to a cost factor, and signage stating that children were aboard was prohibited. Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTE BOOK NO. 52 February 14, 1994 ~' Page No. 138 Page 6