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analyzed in terms of changes to volumes under this scenario. As part of this task, we will also evaluate how implementation of the project will affect bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities and services. This evaluation will include a review of on-site and off. site pedestrian connections and potential circulation hazards for all users. Task 5 - Identify Significant Impacts and Recommend Mitigation Measures The impacts of the proposed project on the surrounding roadway system will be identified by comparing the results of the level of service calculations for Background Conditions to the results for Project Conditions. For significant impacts, feasible mitigation measures will be recommended to reduce impacts to a less than significant level where possible. Measures could include physical improvements (such as adding turn lanes, installing traffic signals, or restricting turning movements), as well as methods to modify the traffic demand of the project such as reducing the size of the project, enhancing facilities for alternative modes, and instituting Transportation Demand Management (TDM) measures (see Task 6 for additional discussion of TDM measures). Project impacts to the surrounding transit, bicycle, pedestrian facilities and parking will be identified. Measures to mitigate project impacts on these facilities will be recommended including providing linkages to adjacent land uses and improving facilities for bicycling commuters. Task 6 - C/CAG and TOM Analysis The proposed project will generate more than 100 trips during the peak hour and will require mitigation per San Mateo City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG) guidelines. The CMP facilities in the study area include SR 82 (EI Camino Rea!), and US 101. Measures to mitigate project impacts will be identified from the information contained in the C/CAG Land Use Impact Analysis Program dated October 11 , 2000. This document includes a list of potential TDM measures designed to reduce the number of single-occupant vehicle trips generated by uses similar to those proposed for the project. TDM measures include, but are not limited to, vanpool/carpools, parking cash-out programs, inclusion of on-site amenities (e.g., dry cleaning service, ATM, cafeteria/restaurant, fitness center, etc.), video-conferencing centers, TDM coordinators, and transit information and pass subsidies. A comprehensive list to mitigate impacts to the CMP facilities will be prepared. Fehr & Peers Associates will estimate the number of trips expected to be removed from the surrounding roadway system due to a full TOM program and qualitatively assess the potential reduction/benefit to projected intersection impacts and operations. Task 7 - Cumulative Conditions Cumulative Conditions will be evaluated using traffic volumes from pending projects in the vicinity of the project site, as identified by City staff. The trips from pending projects in the area will be added to intersection volumes under Project Conditions to determine intersection volumes under Cumulative Conditions. This would include growth in Redwood City as well as regional growth. Based on the resulting LOS analysis, improvements to provide acceptable operating levels will be identified. Task 8 - Assess Site Access, Circulation, Emergency Access and Parking The level of detail currently available for the proposed project site is limited. Based on the available site plan, Fehr & Peers will analyze the adequacy of site access and on-site circulation. We will make recommendations on vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle access to improve site access and on-