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Mr. Dowling said most of the improvements were included, but not four lanes for <br /> Highway 84. <br /> <br /> Mr. Tarver said four lanes on Highway 84 is not funded. He did not think it wise <br /> to have a traffic model that included improvements that will not be funded for the next <br /> twenty years. <br /> <br /> Mr. van Gelder reminded everyone that the model is reflecting the worst case <br /> scenario; however, mitigations are available and it is possible to restrict the higher levels <br /> of service to those intersections closest to the freeways. That would not impact the rest <br /> of the city streets. <br /> <br /> Mr. Dowling agreed with Mr. van Gelder's clarification and stated the Stanley <br /> corridor would most likely be the worst. <br /> <br /> Mr. Pico asked if that situation would be improved if E1 Charro were connected to <br /> Stanley or if Stoneridge were connected to E1 Charro and then to 1-580. <br /> <br /> Mr. Dowling said that needs to be studied, but the improved circulation would <br /> allow traffic to get around problem spots in downtown. <br /> <br /> Ms. Michelotti indicated there were some reserve funds in the Tri-Valley <br />- Transportation Plan for improvements of Pigeon Pass. Even if there are only three lanes, <br /> she felt improvements to Highway 84 was key to alleviating some pressure on the <br /> 1-680/I-580 interchange. <br /> <br /> Mr. Dowling continued with his report and reviewed proposed alternative <br /> commute methods including the ACE train and suggestions of the West Las Positas <br /> Study Committee. There was discussion of the maps showing LOS (Level of Service) D, <br /> E, and F at various intersections. He then demonstrated the computer micro-simulations <br /> of traffic activities. <br /> <br /> Mr. Lum indicated that if Council approves the recommendation for a new model, <br /> staff would prepare a request for proposals to hire a consultant. The contract will be <br /> awarded to a consultant who has only worked for cities to avoid any perception of a <br /> conflict of interest. Analysis using the new model will be performed by the selected <br /> consultant or City staff. The new demand model will take 12-18 months and staff will <br /> incorporate the recommended changes to the current modeling process and continue to <br /> use that for the time being. Staff is also looking at ways to pay for the work through <br /> development fees or traffic fees. <br /> <br /> Mr. Tarver asked if there were any opportunities to get grant monies. <br /> <br /> Mr. van Gelder indicated staff could try to have Dublin and Livermore use the <br /> model and help pay for it. Many regional models exist, but this is an opportunity to have <br /> a new way of looking at things. <br /> <br /> Pleasanton City Council 10 07/20/99 <br /> <br /> <br />