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asked that Council delay voting in favor of the stop signs until a more viable solution is found. Nancy Foss lives in the area and the stop sign on Vera Avenue and stated that the way Hudson Street is situation coming from Roosevelt; the sidewalk appears to be further out than on the side towards Jefferson. In order to come through the stop sign, she must pull out very slowly because when cars are on both sides she is in danger of being hit. She stated that a stop sign at Hudson Street would get people to slow down some so that people can get across. Council Members asked questions related to increased volume to avoid the additional signage, an explanation of alternatives, and whether Hawes School was contacted to determine the number of children crossing Vera and Hudson. Mayor Pierce stated that a letter from Mr. Miller was received stating he would be in favor of the proposed stop sign and had actually been involved in an accident at the intersection. Council comments included that not all traffic calming situation are not actually controversial, and concern with accidents component. M/S Foust/Bain to approve Alternative 1: In lieu of proposed stop signs, place intersection warning signs with "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" supplementary plates or other similar warning signs on existing stop signs on Vera Avenue approaches at the intersection with Hudson Street and extend red curb at the corners to improve visibility. Explore the solar powered signs displaying speeds for Hudson Street to slow drivers down with staff to return to Council in approximately six months with accident statistics and feedback from neighbors. The motion passed by a majority roll call vote with Council Members Howard and Ira voting no. (701) MINUTE ORDER 07 -057 Council Member Hartnett and City Manager Everett left the dais due to a conflict of interest in either having owned or currently owning property within the area. Recess: 8:25 - 8:40 p.m. 9. PUBLIC HEARING - A. 885 Woodside Road Precise Plan City Attorney Aranda clarified that Council consideration pertains to the Precise Plan and Council is not being asked to act on the rezoning or to reconsider the mitigated negative declaration approved at the Planning Commission on November 28, 2006. Council may hear testimony and comments on topics from both staff and the public regarding the Precise Plan. JOINT CITY COUNCIL /REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD MEETING APRIL 9, 2007 MINUTES PAGE 6 MINUTE BOOK NO. Page No. 371