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Climate Action Plan 5 December 21, 2009 Policy 16.04 -Traffic Flow Improvements Use a variety of measures to improve traffic flow at congested intersections, including technologically advanced tools such as signal timing and video monitoring. 19.06 -Reduced Trip Generation Encourage local employers to develop programs that promote ridesharing, bicycle use, and other modes of transportation that reduce the number of vehicle trips generated. Policy 26.02 -Mitigation of Development Impacts Require measures to mitigate the impacts of development or public improvements on fish and wildlife habitat, plant resources, and other valuable natural resources in the City. Policy 26.06 -Intergovernmental Coordination Coordinate with the appropriate regional, state and federal agencies and other organizations in their efforts to conserve and enhance ecological resources in San Leandro. Refer local projects to these agencies as required for their review and comment. Policy 27.01 -Recycling Actively promote recycling, composting, and other programs that reduce the amount of solid waste requiring disposal in landfills. Policy 28.01 -Conservation Advocacy Strongly advocate for increased energy conservation by San Leandro residents and businesses, and ensure that the City itself is a conservation role model. Policy 28.02 Planning and Building Practices Lncourage construction, landscaping, and site planning practices that minimize heating and cooling costs and ensure that energy is efi ciently used. Local building codes and other City regulations and procedures should meet or exceed state and federal standards for energy conservation and efficiency. Policy 28.03 Weatherization Promote the weatherization and energy retrofitting of existing homes and businesses, including the development of solar space heating and water heating systems, and the use of energy-efi dent lighting, fixtures and appliances. Environmental Review The Climate Action Plan is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15308 of the CEQA guidelines, Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment. The CAP will not have a significant effect on the environment and the Plan reflects the City's independent judgment and analysis. Summary of Public Outreach Efforts In April 2009, the City launched a public speaking tour on Climate Action, soliciting community input by conducting a Climate Action Survey with homeowner associations and business groups as well as on line through the City website. The Climate Action Survey, which has been on the City website since June 2009, will be continued until December 31, 2009. During the first month that it was posted, 200 responses were collected; since July, 60 responses have been collected, but the survey will remain available both as a method to collect public opinion and as an educational