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1. Create safe and highly visible pedestrian crossings at key mid-block locations at the intersection of Kaiser Place and the Marin Street extension. These improvements should include bulb-outs on the east and west side of the Marin Street extension and crosswalks with special paving. 2. Provide a distinct entry into the Park at these locations. This may include the use of special paving and/or distinct planting.
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3. A direct pedestrian path and view corridor from the crosswalks and entry areas to the Waterfront and a focal point should be provided. The focal point could consist of a thin vertical element, public art, or other special design feature that is not an impediment to the view, but that is visible as one walks along the Marin Street extension. 4. Rows of street trees planted along Kaiser Place or trees along pathways coming from the residential area out to the Marin Street extension should be extended on both sides of the pedestrian path through the park; these need not extend all the way through the Park. This will increase the visibility of the connection from the waterfront path and the street while framing views of the water from Solano Avenue. 5. Create a focal point and informal viewing spot located where the Promenade and access path intersect. The focal point should align with the crosswalks on the Marin Street extension. A focal point may consist of special paving, clusters of trees, or distinct landscaping (See conceptual plan in Figure 3.B.13). 6. Informal, secondary paths may branch off of the direct pedestrian connection between the focal point and crossings at the Marin Street extension, as illustrated in Figure 3.B.12. 7. Use the standard “Promenade #1” light fixture and “Waterfront” furnishings along the Promenade.
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