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Ms. Wallis/City of Pleasanton December 30,2014 Page 2 recommend using Caltrans' Guide for the Preparation of Traffic Impact Studies(TIS Guide) for determining which scenarios and methodologies to use in the analysis.The TIS Guide is a starting point for collaboration between the lead agency and Caltrans in determining when a TIS is needed. It is available at the following website address: http://www.dot.ca.aov/hq/tpp/offices/ocphgr ceqa files/tisguide.pdf. Feasible Mitigation Measures Caltrans is concerned with the assertion of Impact 4.N-7 that implementation of the General Plan amendments and rezones would remain a significant and unavoidable impact to the regional roadway network to the point at which it would operate unacceptably under Cumulative Plus Project conditions. There are options that would allow the City to ensure that direct and indirect traffic impacts,as well as the contribution to cumulative traffic impacts,from a future project are mitigated to the extent feasible. For example,the City can negotiate a co-operative agreement with Caltrans or other agencies where the City agrees to make a fair-share payment towards improvements that the applicable agencies agree to implement in a timely manner. As well, the City or project proponent can apply for an encroachment permit from Caltrans to perform work in the State owned right of way to implement necessary mitigation. Furthermore,there may be demand management or other measures that can be taken by the City that do not require improvements to the SHS. Vehicle Trip Reduction We also commend and encourage the City to continue developing Travel Demand Management (TDM)policies to promote usage of nearby public transit lines and reduce vehicle trips on the State Highway System.These policies could include further lowering parking ratios,car-sharing programs,bicycle parking and showers for residents,and providing transit passes to residents, among others. Doing so will encourage active transportation,reduce vehicle miles traveled and lessen future traffic impacts on the State highways. We recommend that the City refer to, "Reforming Parking Policies to Support Smart Growth,"an MTC study funded by Caltrans, for sample parking ratios and strategies that support compact growth and Transit Oriented Development (http://www.mtc.ca.gov/planning/smart_growth/parking/parking_seminar/Toolbox- Handbook.pdf). CEQA Streamlining Local jurisdictions and land use development infill project proponents should and are encouraged to coordinate and consult early with Caltrans District Local Development-Intergovernmental Review(LD-IGR)office on any land use proposal that is near state transportation facilities to enable consideration of the potential site specific drainage,visual,access,and operational safety impacts. Even if cumulative impacts were addressed in a prior environmental clearance document there may be direct impacts of concern with a proposal.A CEQA exemption is still an adequate environmental clearance as long as any necessary mitigation features are included as part of the project. "Provide a sole,sustainable,integrated and efficient transportation system to enhance California's economy and livability"