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roads, highways,bridges, and other portions of the transportation system), except that specific infrastructure for a given category of users may be excluded if an exception is approved via the process set forth in section C.1 of this policy. B. Implementation 1. Design. The City of San Leandro will generally follow its own accepted or adopted design standards, including the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and Design Guidelines, and will also evaluate using the latest design standards and innovative design options,with a goal of balancing user needs. 2. Network/Connectivity. The City of San Leandro will incorporate Complete Streets infrastructure into existing streets to improve the safety and convenience of all users,with the particular goal of creating a connected network of facilities accommodating each category of users, and increasing connectivity across jurisdictional boundaries and for anticipated future transportation investments. 3. Implementation Next Steps. The City of San Leandro will take the following specific next steps to implement this Complete Streets Policy: A. Plan Consultation and Consistency: Maintenance,planning, and design of projects affecting the transportation system will be consistent with local bicycle,pedestrian, transit, multimodal, and other relevant plans. B. Stakeholder Consultation: Develop and/or clearly define a process to allow for stakeholder involvement on projects and plans including, but not limited to,the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committees(BPACs) and/or other advisory groups, as defined necessary to support implementation of this Complete Streets policy by the City of San Leandro. 4. Performance Measures. All relevant agencies or departments will perform evaluations of how well the streets and transportation network of San Leandro are serving each category of users by collecting baseline data and collecting follow-up data on a regular basis. C. Exceptions 1. Exception Approvals. A process will be developed for approving exceptions, including who is allowed to sign off on exceptions. Written findings for exceptions must be included in a memorandum, signed off the Engineering and Transportation Director, or senior-level designee, and made publicly available. Exceptions must explain why accommodations for all users and modes were not included in the plan or project.