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Bicycle, Pedestrian & Trails Committee Minutes April 25, 2022 Page 3 of 5 cost of building the trail. Ms. Hosterman stated that the Landscape Architect would provide the process for trail selection and cost of the trail at the future BPTC meeting. In response to Member Nibert, Ms. Hosterman explained use of the bike only trail. Member Henry thanked the Council and staff for the mountain bike trail. Member Nibert, Member Piekarski and Member Fields asked about homeowners’ concerns about the Austin Property Trail. Ms. Hosterman discussed concerns expressed by the existing property owners and issues with Castle Ridge already encroaching on their privacy. She stated Council decided not to build the trail. She discussed the differences between the existing Castle Ridge Trail and the proposed Meadowlark Trial. Member Houston stated the Railroad Corridor was not inviting. Ms. Hosterman stated that the park is under construction and planting, lighting and other “softscape” would greatly enhance the look and feel of the park. Ms. Hosterman asked the committee not to opine on the project until completion later this year. Member Houston discussed the paths in Zone 7. Member Piekarski read portions of the agreement between the City and Zone 7 and expressed concern with gravel portions. She discussed the City of Livermore paving Zone 7 to install a trail. Ms. Hosterman stated it was cost prohibitive to maintain Zone 7 surface roads to an appropriate level required for bikers, walkers and runners. Member Neff stated, as a runner, she did not want all paths paved. She suggested the use of decomposed granite or softer areas on the side of trails. Ms. Hosterman discussed the section in the plan regarding preferred surfaces and reminded the Committee of maintenance costs. Member Henry discussed use of trails and suggested not paving over trails. Member Piekarski asked about the connection of Railroad Corridor. Ms. Hosterman stated staff was aware of gap and the plan to connect the entire corridor is outlined in the Trails Master Plan. The committee was urged to familiarize themselves with the plan. Member Piekarski expressed concern about potential concerns of a trail through the Merit property. City Engineer Tassano explained that the Merit property would address widening the road. Member Piekarski asked if there were grants for trail networks. City Engineer Tassano stated there was a wide variety of grants but the City had limited staff for grant writing and the City was often not competitive due to its demographics. Member Piekarski requested an update on connection through BART across I580; CAP 2.0 bike rack incentive program; and bike / pedestrian counts. 5. Consideration of a proposed start time change to the monthly Bicycle Pedestrian & Trails Committee Meeting