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Attachment 5 Polices and Programs Originally in the Energy Element to be Considered in Other Elements of the General Plan The following Policies and Programs should be considered in the Land Use Element: Policy 15: Integrate energy efficienry, energy conservation, and energy self-sufficiency measures into land use planning. Program 15.1: When reviewing development projects (especially in areas where there is likely to be the most change and the greatest impact can be made, e.g., East side of Pleasanton, and Hacienda development/redevelopment areas), consider how the following will impact transportation and all other energy use: density, neighborhood design, proximity to transit, proximity to shopping/employment, walkability, street layout, and construction techniques (green building). Program 15.2: When reviewing development projects, review transportation energy efficienry measures alongside level of service standards. Develop a methodology to accomplish this and then adopt it. Program 15.5: Consider using software tools to assist in the evaluation of the energy efficiency of development proposals. Program 21.7: Support more locally serving shopping opportunities so that people do not have to drive far to purchase goods. Program 20.2: Encourage people who live in Pleasanton to work in Pleasanton. The following Policies and Programs should be considered in the Circulation Element Policy 18: In cooperation with the Pleasanton Unified School District explore ways to reduce auto traffic related to schools. Program 18.1: Working with the Pleasanton Unified School District, plan safe and pleasant bicycle and walking routes to school, and organize programs to promote their use. Program 18.2: Encourage the use of fuel efficient school buses. Policy 19: Coordinate with the different transportation agencies in and near Pleasanton to enhance the transportation system and create a seamless transportation system. Program 19.1: Work with the San Joaquin Rail Commission to improve ACE service. Program 19.2: Reconsider "City Car" (car sharing) at the Pleasanton BART station as part of any future plan to add residential development in the area. Program 19.3: Work with Wheels to improve the scheduling and coordination efficienry of the Wheels bus system.