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43 8.A. - Page 58 of 77 Implementation Process As a state-owned facility, improvements along EI Camino will require final approval from Caltrans through the Project Initiation Documents (PID) process. Specific improvements will require varying levels of documentation, additional study, or review in order to receive approval. The table below summarizes the next steps prior to implementation. The list includes documents required for approval of certain improvements, also called a "Design Standard Decision Document" A full list of project improvements and the applicable input received during preliminary design review meetings with Caltrans can be found in the Appendix of this report. Although not necessarily required by Caltrans, additional studies or supportive programs are also recommended prior to implementation to address lingering community concerns for the project. Overall, a network traffic analysis is recommended as the most immediate next step to capture the impact of the full project build out on traffic flow on EI Camino. Studying the effects of the full project build out, although a long-term vision, will give the city the most flexibility to evaluate and pursue multiple phasing options. Many improvements being considered are consistent with the Caltrans Strategic Management Plan (2015-2020), which strives to fully integrate bicycles into all aspects of the California transportation system, and are not subject to the Caltrans Design Standard Decision process. Quick -Build and Pilot Projects While the full implementation of this plan is considered a long term vision, there are strategies that the city can consider for testing portions of the design prior to full implementation. Quick - build construction strategies, such as those that use a "paint and plastic" approach, can be a useful way to install temporary versions of improvements as part of a pilot program or a phased approach to construction. Specific quick -build strategies are included in the Lessons Learned and Design Library report for this study. Caltrans Coordination: Pavement Rehabilitation Project The State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) is a "fix -it -first" program that Caltrans uses to fund the repair and preservation on State highways, with four key assets including pavement, bridges, culverts, and Transportation Magnagement Systems (TMS). SHOPP projects provide opportunities to address other State priorities, such as the implementation of Complete Streets elements, including pedestrian and bicycle facilities identified by Caltrans or local jurisdictions through various planning efforts. For pavement projects, opportunities may include quick -build elements that are consistent with this study such as curb ramp upgrades, dedicated bikeways, crosswalk enhancements, and other low-cost measures. When SHOPP projects are scoped and developed, Caltrans coordinates with the local jurisdiction and stakeholders to identify opportunities for Complete Streets improvements. In Redwood City, pavement improvements are identified within the study limits and have not yet been programmed in the SHOPP, with anticipated implementation in Fiscal Year 2025/26, with scheduling subject to change. Maintaining Momentum There are many strategies the city can use to maintain the momentum from the recent efforts of this plan and the EI Camino Corridor Plan. Living preview events that demonstrate the design concepts in real time, such as the event that was hosted during this study, are a great way to bring a concept to life and create a venue for discussion and excitement. Specific information on living previews are included in the Lessons Learned and Design Library document from this study. For additional information and to stay informed about ongoing efforts for improving EI Camino in Redwood City, updates will be provided on the project's website at www.redwoodcity.org/elcaminoplan. 207