Item 12 - Select Locally Preferred Alternative for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study

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First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study February 17, 2026 Page 5 Per the City's General Plan Mobility Element (Policy M-1.4, Motor Vehicle Level of Service), intersections of arterial streets shall maintain at least a LOS of D, except in areas planned for high intensity development or traffic safety projects. EQUITY CONSIDERATIONS The study area has higher than average rates of poverty, seniors living in poverty, renters who are cost-burdened, and residents with limited English proficiency. Travel behavior analysis shows high rates of walking and transit use, particularly among seniors and lower-income residents. These findings underscore the importance of prioritizing safety, accessibility, and comfort for those who rely most on walking, bicycling, and transit. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Robust community engagement was conducted from June through January 2026 using a multi-tiered strategy that included: • In-person and virtual workshops; • Pop-up events at community festivals, events, and meetings; • Surveys, dedicated project website, and online tools; • Stakeholder, agency, and interdepartmental meetings; • Community working groups and neighborhood association meetings; • Spanish and Vietnamese interpretation. More than 1,100 people and 35 community partners were engaged throughout the process. Across all phases, consistent priorities emerged: • Strong desire for protected bicycle facilities; • Wider sidewalks, additional and safer crossings, especially near schools and bus stops; • Improved bus stops, lighting, and shade; • Concerns about speeding and traffic safety; • Interest in designs that balance vehicle movement with safety and livability. A summary of all outreach and engagement conducted is provided in Exhibit 3. CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT The following presents an overview of the breadth of options developed, including the top options that emerged through the process. Initial Options Eight (8) multimodal design options were developed within the existing right-of-way, varying in: