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of Bridge Parkway. The pathway along Redwood Shores Parkway was the item left with no consensus. There was more agreement for an eight-foot asphalt path, but there was also a desire to leave the six-foot decomposed granite as is. A suggestion was also to add an 18-inch wide jogging path, which would mn alongside the paved path on Redwood Shores Parkway only. Staff recommendation was to construct an eight-foot path, both on Bridge Parkway and on Redwood Shores Parkway. Public Comment: Terry Anderlini, representing Redwood Shore Homeowners Association, stated the Association opposes the eight-foot path and supports the 6-foot path. He stated that if widened it will destroy the serene environment and is an intrusion on the current status. He cited a safety issue with a conflict between pedestrians and bicyclists and secondary conflict with the County guidelines. He further expressed appreciation to the City for its consideration, but that in making it larger a danger and inconvenience exists. Patricia Dixon, representing Redwood Shores Owners Association, stated she supported Mr. Anderlini's remarks. She stated that during the tour she asked if the Iow spots where water collects could be fixed and was told they could and that they want the 6 feet paths. She further stated that during presentations the City stated there would be maintenance by the City and lots of landscaping and it is in poor condition as this time. Pete Hughes stated everyone is overwhelmingly in favor of the proposed multi-use eight feet wide paths along Bridge Parkway and Redwood Shores Parkway. He further stated that it seems like the opportunity to bring up the standards in the area. Bruce Finney stated that when he came to Redwood City and the Shores he was impressed by the forward thinking and planning of the city by the providing of multi-use paths that were in the eastern sections. He further stated that the older western areas addressed earlier have fallen into decay with dirt, mud and roots obliterating the path and creating hazards to the use. He stated the need to provide accessibility for all and that this method would meet that need. Other cities have been very successful with their well-maintained system and have had no problem with their mixed use. Carol Ford stated she walks everyday on the paths and thinks 6 feet is wide enough, the DG path improvements would be sufficient if the drainage is improved. Eight feet wide on Marine is too wide and is raised too high, the landscaping has not been improved and she expressed that the same would occur in this situation. She further stated that the asphalt is not a very environmentally friendly surface. Council comments included the desire for level pathways and the need for ease of navigation for those utilizing wheelchairs, walkers and strollers. More people will use the pathway if it is paved, but consideration should be given to the impact of the additional 18 inches to the landscaping. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DiECEM BER 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 6 MINUTES Book No. 59 Page No. 64