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173 Don Gardner, 4030 School Street, believed that if the wall were removed it would cause a serious traffic problem. He described the layout of the streets and how dangerous some of the turns were. He was aware of a few serious accidents in this area and again expressed his concern if the street is used as a shortcut. Joan Irving, 4047 Graham Street, spoke with concern about the traffic situation that would be created should the wall be removed and the safety of the children. Diane McDonald, 1211 Kolln Street, explained that her children ride their bikes in the neighborhood, but would be unable to do so if the wall was removed. She asked that Council not allow the wall to be removed. Ray Guy, 1419 Kolln, pointed out that the City recently repaved the streets in this area. He stated that the streets would wear out even sooner than anticipated if the wall was removed because of the increase in traffic. Mr. Guy indicated that these are narrow residential streets and that with the increase of traffic and parked cars, it would be more dangerous for children riding bikes in the neighborhood. He suggested that parents drive to the back of Alisal School to relieve some of the traffic from the front when picking up or dropping off their children. Jess Aphabaca felt that this matter was decided four years ago. He said that at that time Council pointed out that it would cost $100,000 to remove the wall and improve the lights. He believed that the City should spend its money elsewhere. Gary Schwagearle, 189 W. Angela Street, spoke in opposition to removing the wall. He believed that the property value of the homes in the neighborhood will decrease if the wall was removed and the traffic increases. Leslie Prudough, 4024 Sid Way, indicated that her family moved to this area two months ago because of the way the neighborhood was layed out with no busy street. She believes the neighborhood has evolved into a nice place because of the wall. John McCullough, 811 Division Street, stated that he recently purchased the house at 1473 Kolln Street with the understanding that the wall would remain in place. He believed that the neighborhood could not be designed any more conducive to the safety of children (i.e. crime and traffic). He stated that the rear access to Alisal School should stay pedestrian oriented. He said that the concern of emergency access was valid. He understood that if the wall were removed it would be another access for the fire department to use. Mr. McCullough stated the removal of the wall would create a severe impact on the homes at the north end of Kolln and increase the traffic count from 40 or 50 to 900 vehicles a day. 8/4/92 15