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Analysis This project will upgrade the ATMS to current technological standards, thereby increasing our utility of the City's existing fiber optic network bandwidth. The new ATMS will allow City staff to make real-time changes to traffic signal timing from the Traffic Operations Centers (TOC) located at City Hall and Public Works through workstation computers, and in the field via laptop computers. The updated ATMS will implement Ethernet-based communications and the most current communication protocol, such as the National Transportation Communications for ITS Protocol (NTCIP), and will allow for the sharing of traffic information with other agencies (e.g., East Bay SMART Corridors Program). The new ATMS will have the capability of providing motorists with the real-time traffic information, such as roadway congestion, roadway construction, and video images of traffic flow. The software and equipment improvements to the system will also make traffic responsive and traffic adaptive control methodologies possible, providing more efficient traffic flow through the city. To achieve the aforementioned functionalities, the project will: 1} construct a TOC in a new space in City Hall; 2) construct a new TOC at the Public Works Service Center; 3) install new ATMS and appurtenant equipment; 4) relocate the City's existing Pelco CCTV system and communication equipment to the new TOC in City Hall; 5) integrate the City's existing fiber optics and wireless communications system; 6) and complete a fully functional ATMS system controlling the existing 42 coordinated signals. The upgrade of the TOC in City Hall may include: a glass window; video wall; control console; server racks; server computers; workstation computers; data storage devices; fiber optic Ethernet switch; Ethernet switches; video encoders; and an uninterruptible power supply. The TOC upgrade in the Public Works Service Center may include: video wall; control console; workstation computers; fiber optic Ethernet switch; and an Ethernet switch. The field equipment upgrade may include: traffic controllers; fiber optic Ethernet switches; NTCIP communication modules; video encoders; and other ancillary equipment required to provide a fully functional system. The controllers at the 14 isolated intersections may also be upgraded. The project will allow City staff to efficiently monitor traffic operations at signalized intersections throughout the City and adjust signal timing accordingly to reduce travel time and delays. In addition, because of the improved system architecture and status reporting mechanism, staff time to operate and maintain the ATMS will be reduced. Current City Council Policy • Not Applicable