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customers use it. The bicycle corral is proposed across the street from the parklet on the south side of West Angela Street at the corner of Angela and Main streets (adjacent to Peet's Plaza). The bicycle corral will be installed in the location of one on-street parking space. The street width has adequate dimensions to accommodate the proposed parklet, bicycle corral, and passing traffic. The proposed locations do not conflict with utilities, transit, or other required access, and would not interfere with driver sight lines or create other motor vehicle/pedestrian hazards. In addition to the technical merits of this location, it also happens to be one of the primary focal points for events like the Farmers' Market. Outreach Efforts Staff met with the adjacent property and business owners and the Pleasanton Downtown Association to discuss the proposed pilot project. All constituents are supportive of the proposed pilot projects. If the parklet and bicycle corral become permanent, staff will conduct more extensive outreach and collaboration. At their meeting on May 22, 2017, the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Committee reviewed three potential bicycle rack options including low profile wheel lock racks, racks for locking the frame of the bike, and a hybrid approach incorporating both styles. The Committee supported a hybrid approach to accommodate the largest range of users as part of the pilot project. Pilot Project Timeframe Staff recommends the pilot project last approximately 12-14 months (dependent on installation date) and last through the end of the Summer 2018. This would allow the pilot project to be used through a full year of seasons and events. Through the project's duration, staff will monitor the performance of the parklet and bicycle corral. This may include: conducting parklet and bicycle parking occupancy surveys, collecting online comments through surveys, and communicating with adjacent businesses to gather further feedback. Design, Safety, and Construction The proposed parklet is intended to be temporary, but look and feel stable, safe, comfortable, and attract community use. The parklet will include planters with a plant palette appropriate for the Downtown and furniture for public use. There will also be signage notifying the community about the pilot project and asking for feedback. The proposed parklet incorporates all of the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) critical design standards to ensure it can be safely used and meets all accessibility and environmental requirements. The proposed bicycle corral will include up to 14 bicycle parking spaces with two different styles of bike racks to encourage a variety of users. Some bicyclists prefer locking their entire frame to a bike rack, while others are looking to store their bicycle in a low profile rack that does not touch the bicycle frame Page 3 of 4