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arguments for the funding of projects. <br /> Usually, the goals for developing and implementing a bikeway plan can be broken down into <br /> three general categories: <br /> • Provide a viable commuting alternative to the automobile and thus reduce noise and <br /> improve air quality. <br /> • Improve safety conditions for bicycle riders. <br /> • Increase the range of recreational amenities for residents. <br /> Taking these generic goals and a policy statement in the Master Plan of City Streets, which <br /> states that "the City should provide for safe and efficient movement of pedestrians and bikes as <br /> well as private vehicles, trucks, and buses ", Fehr & Peers Associates developed the following <br /> goals and policies specific to the needs of San Leandro. Some of these goals and objectives <br /> will be met through this Plan. <br /> Goal 1.0: Support bicycling and the development of a comprehensive bicycle <br /> transportation system as a viable alternative to the automobile. <br /> Policies: <br /> 1.1 Develop a Bikeway Plan which identifies existing and future needs and provides <br /> specific recommendations for facilities and programs to be phased in. <br /> 1.2 Update the Plan regularly (every two to five years). <br /> 1.3 Ensure that the Plan is consistent with all existing regional, state, and federal policy <br /> documents. <br /> 1.4 Develop a Plan which will become part of the City's General Plan. <br /> 1.5 Encourage development concepts which reduce automobile use for short commute and <br /> recreation trips. <br /> Goal 2.0: aximize the at stint o state and ede . u di sr sic ce ims lie is o <br /> which San Leandro is eligible. <br /> 27 <br />