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In order to use private lots for an event such as this, the City would likely have to negotiate agreements with the property owners of those lots. These agreements could include use fees, deposits, insurance and liability coverage in case of damages, and provision of security and clean up crews. Shuttle services may also need to be negotiated. Circulation and Traffic: Stoneridge Drive near 1-680, Johnson Drive, Hopyard Road, as well as all minor arterials leading to those main thoroughfares would likely experience bumper-to- bumper traffic, with drivers trying to find parking as close to the site as reasonably possible. Drivers may also be tempted to stop along or near the West Las Positas overpass "just for a quick peek" at the fireworks, causing traffic concerns. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has expressed significant concerns about potential traffic problems in the area. A fireworks display at the proposed site would be seen from the 1-580/680 interchange, including all on and off ramps. Drivers could slow down on the freeway to take a quick look, causing potential rear end collisions. Drivers could also make unsafe lane changes trying to suddenly exit from the freeway to get to the event site. Drivers might also decide to pull over onto the freeway shoulder, causing other drivers to slow down to "see what the emergency is". The CHP was particularly alarmed with this latter issue possibly occurring on the freeway flyovers. These incidents would add to the CHP's already busy workload in dealing with July 4th holiday traffic incidents. Illegal Fireworks: "Safe and Sane" labeled fireworks can still be sold and used legally in Dublin, but are illegal in Pleasanton. In Attachment 4, Fire Marshal Carlson also notes that a large pyrotechnic display could increase the likely use of illegal fireworks in official and unofficial viewing areas. This would become dangerous for areas such as Foothill Road, which is adjacent to dry vegetation. Impact on Public Safety Resources: The Independence Day holiday usually results in a higher-than-normal level of calls for service. The Police Department will already have additional officers on duty to handle the increased holiday calls. LPFD will also be handling increased holiday calls, as well as providing support to the Livermore fireworks event. The CHP, similar to Pleasanton Police, handles a higher-than-normal number of calls on the Independence Day holiday. All three (3) agencies would be greatly impacted by the addition of a major fireworks show. FISCAL IMPACT Conservative estimates for providing a City sponsored fireworks show range from $70,000- $100,000. If the Council expressed interest in such an endeavor, staff would provide specific project costs for consideration prior to making a final decision. SR 05:144 Page 4