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is the best trail for immediate access considering where it ends up and what it connects to. <br /> Councilmember Pentin reported he was surprised there are no trails at the Oak Woodland part of <br /> Bernal Community Parks and staff noted there are trails in that location. Councilmember Pentin <br /> looked forward to the TMP and stressed improved connections locally and regionally. <br /> Councilmember Brown reported the Colored Bay Trail is plagued with squirrel holes and rocks <br /> and is rough and narrow. It is approved for horses, however, she indicated she has never seen <br /> any on the trail. She asked why this trail has been omitted from receiving quality maintenance. <br /> City Manager Fialho stated it is an open-space area, is a constant work-in-progress and staff <br /> performs regular maintenance on it. She asked whether there is a plan to continue allowing <br /> horses there. <br /> Councilmember Pentin stated he has seen horses on that trail. <br /> Councilmember Brown mentioned higher, wider trails and suggested it could be a way to make <br /> connections safer for bikers and hikers. She asked staff to consider widening the trail so there is <br /> room for everyone. <br /> Councilmember Pentin noted there are new trails at the East Bay Regional Park part of the <br /> Pleasanton Ridge and now there are multiple mountain-bike trails used by hikers and bikers. He <br /> stated the majority of conflicts occur at Golden Eagle Trail and the Castle Ridge Trail. He noted <br /> the importance of recognizing mountain biking as a legitimate use and the City needs to figure out <br /> how all uses will be accommodated. <br /> City Consultant Mr. Anderson reported the design of trails has many complex aspects including <br /> the relationship between mountain bike speed and control. Wide fire roads encourage fast speed <br /> while narrow and technical trails help to reduce conflict. Reducing conflicts will require <br /> management and mitigation by responsible mountain bicyclists. Design of trails that <br /> accommodate mountain bike speeds are more pleasant for everyone. All mitigation efforts require <br /> working with users. <br /> Councilmember Brown inquired regarding the use of bollards to reduce speed and Mr. Anderson <br /> spoke against using artificial barriers as the City would be liable if someone hit them, noting that <br /> natural barriers are a better option. <br /> Landscape Architect Gruber added staff is looking at different options for designing trails which <br /> will be included in the updated TMP. <br /> Councilmember Brown addressed the importance of safe trails. <br /> In response to Councilmember Pentin's question, Landscape Architect Gruber reported there <br /> were 350 respondents to the survey and there were 22 who expressed concerns regarding <br /> conflicts with bicycles. Councilmember Pentin opined it is taken out of context and it is not that <br /> great of a number. He suggested the need to consider who is having the conflict. He added there <br /> is work being done which is not reflected in the survey. <br /> Councilmember Narum indicated she would like to see trail connections to local schools, <br /> especially Middle and High Schools and more weighting of safe trails for those connections. She <br /> believed there is opportunity around Hart Middle School and Foothill. She spoke on the draft plan <br /> and commented on the summary of the background documents for trails noting the City has <br /> already accomplished much on this subject. <br /> Councilmember Olson agreed much has been accomplished and felt this plan really speaks to the <br /> quality of the Pleasanton community. <br /> City Council Minutes Page 7 of 11 May 15, 2018 <br />