Agenda packet — Patterson City Council, May 5, 2026 (part 1 of 3)

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Agenda
City of Patterson
City Council Regular Meeting
West Patterson Financing Authority
May 5, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers
1 Plaza
Patterson, CA 95363

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1. Call to Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Statements of Conflict

4. Proclamation

4.1. Del Puerto Healthcare District 50th Year Anniversary (Mayor Clauzel)

4.2. Professional Municipal Clerks Week May 3, 2026 to May 9, 2026 (Mayor Clauzel)

4.3. Proclaiming National Public Works Week during May 17, 2026 to May 23, 2026, in the City of Patterson (Mayor Clauzel)

5. Items from the Public
Any member of the audience who wishes to address the Council on a matter not listed on the agenda may do so by raising your hand and stepping to the podium. If you are joining the meeting through Zoom, please use the 'Raise Hand' feature. If you are calling in by phone, you may press *9 when the Mayor announces the item. Council will take no action other than referring the item to staff for study and analysis and may place the item on a future agenda (Resolution 92-25).

In order that all interested parties have an opportunity to speak, any person addressing the Council will be limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes unless the Mayor grants a longer period of time (Resolution 2025-11).

Please State Your Name and City for the Record.

6. Presentation

6.1. New Fire Explorer Post Proposal Presentation (Acting Fire Chief Hakola)

6.2. Patterson Police Services Junior Police Academy Presentation (Police Chief Hill)

7. Consent Calendar
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All items are approved by a single action. Any item may be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion upon request from a member of the Public, Staff and/or Councilmember.

7.1. Motion to Waive Readings – All Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions, Except by Title are hereby waived.

7.2. Adopt Patterson Fire Department Explorer Program Bylaws establishing policies, procedures, and operational guidelines for the Patterson Fire Explorer Program.

7.3. Water Leak Detection Report – Water Resources Program Informational Item Only.

7.4. Approve request for temporary road closure of English Birch Avenue between North Hartley Street and Ashwood Lane, for construction activities associated with the Camden Shire 95 Lots Project. Dates of closure may be adjusted based on weather, construction sequencing, field conditions, and other project coordination needs.

7.5. Accept all bids for the 2026 Slurry Seal Project, award construction to American Pavement Systems, Inc., authorize Staff to execute the Contract, and authorize the Finance Department to make the necessary budget amendments.

7.6. Approve the City of Patterson’s ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, and authorize City Staff to Implement the ADA Transition Plan.

7.7. Approval the 2026 Agreement between the City of Patterson and Patterson Youth Softball & Baseball (“PYSB” or “League”).

8. Public Hearing

8.1 Approve Resolution No. 2026-24 Adopting updated User Fees based on the Citywide Comprehensive User Fee Study Completed by Willdan Financial Services.

Staff Report: Finance Director Williams
Mayor: Open/Close Item to Public Hearing
Council Motion to Approve Resolution No. 2026-24 Adopting updated User Fees based on the City-wide Comprehensive User Fee Study Completed by Willdan Financial Services.

Adjourn to the West Patterson Financing Authority
a. Call to Order
b. Roll Call
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8.2 Approve Resolution No. 2026-01 Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Special Tax Bonds for and on behalf of the West Patterson Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2022-2 (Baldwin Ranch Infrastructure), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of the Preliminary Official Statement, Approving Sale of Such Bonds, and Approving Other Related Documents and Actions.

Staff Report: Finance Director Williams
WPFA Board: Motion to Approve Resolution No. 2026-01 Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Special Tax Bonds for and on behalf of the West Patterson Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2022-2 (Baldwin Ranch Infrastructure), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of the Preliminary Official Statement, Approving Sale of Such Bonds, and Approving Other Related Documents and Actions.

8.3 Approve Resolution No. 2026-02 Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Special Tax Bonds for and on behalf of the West Patterson Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2005-1 (West Patterson Business Park), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Supplemental Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of the Preliminary Official Statement, Approving Sale of Such Bonds, and Approving Other Related Documents and Actions.

Staff Report: Finance Director Williams
WPFA Board: Motion to Approve Resolution No. 2026-02 Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Special Tax Bonds for and on behalf of the West Patterson Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2005-1 (West Patterson Business Park), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Supplemental Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of the Preliminary Official Statement, Approving Sale of Such Bonds, and Approving
Other Related Documents and Actions.
c. Adjourn

9. City Council Items
A. Councilmember Hernandez
A.1. Stanislaus Homeless Alliance (Councilmember Mora alternate) A.2. Stanislaus County Hazardous Waste Advisory Committee (Councilmember Mora alternate)
B. Councilmember Romero
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B.3. San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (Mayor Pro Tem Roque alternate)
C. Councilmember Mora
C.1. Workforce Development Board (Mayor Pro Tem Roque alternate) D. Mayor Pro Tem Roque
D.1. (EDAC) Stanislaus County Economic Development Action Committee (Councilmember Romero alternate)
E. Mayor Clauzel
E.1. Stanislaus County Mayor's Meeting
E.2. StanCOG (Mayor Pro Tem Roque alternate)
E.3. League of California Cities (Mayor Pro Tem Roque 1st alternate, Councilmember Romero 2nd alternate)

10. Other Matters

11. Adjournment

DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Aracely Alegre, City Clerk of the City of Patterson, California do hereby declare that the foregoing notice was posted on the Bulletin Board at City Hall, 1 Plaza, Patterson, California on 4/29/2026.

The Agenda is also posted for public view on the Bulletin Boards of the Patterson Branch Library, 46 N. Salado Avenue, Patterson, and the City of Patterson City Web Site www.pattersonca.gov Dated this 4/29/2026
/s/ Aracely Alegre, CMC

CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Aracely Alegre, City Clerk
MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 4.1
SUBJECT: Del Puerto Healthcare District 50th Year Anniversary (Mayor Clauzel)

RECOMMENDATION
This Item is Informational. No action needed.

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Proclamation

DEL PUERTO HEALTH CARE DISTRICT
50TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, Del Puerto Health Care District, originally established as the Patterson Hospital District on July 1, 1946, was formed to provide hospital and health care services to the residents of Patterson and surrounding communities; and
WHEREAS, the District has long recognized the importance of reliable emergency medical transportation and has worked to ensure that ambulance services remain available to the Patterson community; and
WHEREAS, during the early 1970s, uncertainty surrounding private ambulance providers created concern regarding the continuation of dependable emergency transport services in Patterson; and WHEREAS, on May 1, 1976, the District purchased the Patterson Ambulance Company to ensure that emergency medical transportation would remain available to the community; and WHEREAS, following this acquisition, the District established and operated what is now known as Patterson District Ambulance, providing continuous emergency medical response and transport services to Patterson and the west side of Stanislaus County; and WHEREAS, even after the closure of Del Puerto Hospital in 1998, the District made the critical decision to continue ambulance operations to ensure that residents would not lose access to local emergency medical services; and
WHEREAS, for 50 years, the paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and staff of Patterson District Ambulance have provided dedicated, professional, and compassionate service to the community twentyfour hours a day, seven days a week; and WHEREAS, Del Puerto Health Care District continues to play a vital role in protecting the health and safety of residents throughout Patterson and the west side of Stanislaus County; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that I, Michael Clauzel, Mayor of the City of Patterson, hereby recognizes and celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Del Puerto Health Care District’s acquisition of the Patterson Ambulance Company, and extends its sincere appreciation to the District’s Board of Directors, leadership, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and staff for their decades of dedicated service to the community. The City of Patterson expresses its gratitude for the District’s continued commitment to ensuring reliable emergency medical services and safeguarding the well-being of its residents.

IN WITNESS, HEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official Seal of the City of Patterson to be affixed this 5th day of May 2026.

Michael Clauzel
Mayor

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Aracely Alegre, City Clerk
MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 4.2
SUBJECT: Professional Municipal Clerks Week May 3, 2026 to May 9, 2026 (Mayor Clauzel)

RECOMMENDATION
This Item is Informational. No action needed.

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Proclamation
57th ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL MUNICIPAL

CLERKS WEEK
“MAY 3, 2026 – MAY 9, 2026”
Whereas, The Office of the Professional Municipal Clerk, a time honored and vital part of local government exists throughout the world, and
Whereas, The Office of the Professional Municipal Clerk is the oldest among public servants, and
Whereas, The Office of the Professional Municipal Clerk provides the professional link between the citizens, the local governing bodies and agencies of government at other levels, and Whereas, Professional Municipal Clerks have pledged to be ever mindful of their neutrality and impartiality, rendering equal service to all, and
Whereas, The Professional Municipal Clerk serves as the information center on functions of local government and community, and
Whereas, Professional Municipal Clerks continually strive to improve the administration of the affairs of the Office of the Professional Municipal Clerk through participation in education programs, seminars, workshops and the annual meetings of their state, provincial, county and international professional organizations, and
Whereas, It is most appropriate that we recognize the accomplishments of the Office of the Professional Municipal Clerk.

Now, Therefore, I, Michael Clauzel, Mayor of The City of Patterson, do recognize the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as Professional Municipal Clerks Week, and further extend appreciation to our Professional Municipal Clerks, and to all Professional Municipal Clerks for the vital services they perform and their exemplary dedication to the communities they represent.

IN WITNESS, HEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official Seal of the City of Patterson to be affixed this 5th day of May 2026.
____________________________
Michael Clauzel
Mayor

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Xavier Guluarte, Interim Public Works Director
MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 4.3
SUBJECT: Proclaiming National Public Works Week during May 17, 2026 to May 23, 2026, in the City of Patterson (Mayor Clauzel)

RECOMMENDATION
This Item is Informational. No action needed.

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Proclamation

NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
MAY 17, 2026 – MAY 23, 2026
“ROOTED IN SERVICE POWERED BY COMMUNITY”
WHEREAS, public works professionals focus on infrastructure, facilities, and services that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to public health, high quality of life, and well-being of the people of the City of Patterson, and WHEREAS, these infrastructure, facilities, and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, who are engineers, managers, and employees at all levels of government and the private sector, who are responsible for rebuilding, improving, and protecting our nation’s transportation, water supply, water treatment and solid waste systems, public buildings, and other structures and facilities essential for our citizens, and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest for the citizens, civic leaders, and children in the City of Patterson to gain knowledge of and maintain an ongoing interest and understanding of the importance of public works and public works programs in their respective communities, and WHEREAS, the year 2026 marks the 66th annual National Public Works Week sponsored by the American Public Works Association.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Michael Clauzel, Mayor of the City of Patterson, do hereby designate the week of May 17–23, 2026, as National Public Works Week. I urge all citizens to join with representatives of the American Public Works Association and government agencies in activities, events, and ceremonies designed to pay tribute to our public works professionals, engineers, managers, and employees, and to recognize the substantial contributions they make to protecting our national health, safety, and advancing quality of life for all.

IN WITNESS HEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Patterson to be affixed this 5th day of May 2026.

Michael Clauzel
Mayor

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Jeff Hakola, Acting Fire Chief
MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 6.1
SUBJECT: New Fire Explorer Post Proposal Presentation (Acting Fire Chief Hakola)

RECOMMENDATION
This is an informational Presentation. No action required.

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1 New Fire Explorer
Post Proposal
Patterson Fire Department, California

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2 Agenda
• Introduction to the Fire Explorer Program
• Why Patterson Needs a Fire Explorer Post
• Program Structure and Activities
• Benefits to the City and Fire Department
• Implementation Plan and Resources Needed

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Introduction to the Fire Explorer Program
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4 Fire Explorer Programs
Nationwide
National reach
Sponsored by the Boy Scouts of America and local fire
departments, with 1,200+ posts across the U.S.

Who it serves
Youth ages 14–21 engaged in a safe, structured learning environment.

Skills & impact
Firefighting fundamentals, EMS response, and
leadership; NVFC data shows programs increase
interest in fire service careers.

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5 Purpose & Benefits for Youth
Skill Development
Participants gain life-saving skills and improve
decision-making abilities through hands-on training
and real-world scenarios.

Leadership
Youth are provided with leadership opportunities,
building self-confidence and enhancing their ability
to work as part of a team.

Career Pathways
The program enables exploration of public safety
careers, helping youth identify interests and reduce
delinquency.

Community Engagement
Participants actively engage in community service,
fostering civic responsibility and increasing
community awareness.

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Why Patterson Needs Fire
Explorer Post
Demographics • Youth Engagement • Safety Education • Workforce Pipeline 6 6.1
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Community Demographics & Youth Engagement
7 30%
of Patterson residents are under 18
A Fire Explorer Post can engage youth through mentorship and structured activities.

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Enhancing Public Safety Education
8 01
Community Risk Assessment
Identify gaps in fire safety knowledge and emergency
preparedness within Patterson.
02 Program Launch
Establish the Fire Explorer Post and recruit local youth volunteers.
03 Workshop Development
Design targeted fire safety workshops and training sessions for residents.
04 Outreach Activities
Conduct public outreach events, demonstrations, and
distribute educational materials.
05 Safety Awareness Improvement
Monitor and measure increases in public safety awareness through surveys and feedback.
06 Incident Reduction
Track and report reductions in fire-related incidents as a result of ongoing education.

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9 Building Future Workforce Pipelines
Strengths
Early skill development, hands-on experience, and
certifications for youth interested in fire service
careers.

Opportunities
Improved recruitment, increased workforce
diversity, and stronger community engagement.

Risks
Potential resource constraints, retention challenges,
and variability in program participation.

Needs
Sustained funding, mentorship, and alignment with
department hiring goals.

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Program Structure and
Activities
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Recruitment & Selection Process
11 01
Outreach
Use school partnerships,
community events, and social
media to attract motivated youth.
02 Application
Set clear expectations for interest,
physical fitness, and commitment
to improve retention.
03 Screening
Run background screenings to
ensure safety and reinforce
trust with families and partners.
04 Onboarding
Clear selection boosts
participation: 40% (unclear) vs
50% (clear), a +25% lift. Keep
recruiting to sustain growth.

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12 Training Curriculum & Hands-On Activities
First Aid & CPR
Covers essential first aid and CPR certification,
ensuring participants can respond to medical
emergencies confidently and in accordance with
NFPA standards.

Firefighting Techniques
Includes instruction and practical drills on
firefighting methods, equipment usage, and safety
protocols to prepare youth for real-world scenarios.

Hazardous Materials Awareness
Educates participants on identifying and safely
handling hazardous materials, emphasizing
prevention and response strategies.

Simulated Emergency Responses
Hands-on activities and scenario-based training
foster teamwork, decision-making, and skill
proficiency, leading to higher retention and
competency.

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13 Mentorship &
Leadership
Development
Guided leadership practice
Experienced firefighters build skills through coaching, structured activities, and gradual responsibility
delegation.

Resilience and career success
Youth development research links leadership growth to
stronger resilience and improved long-term outcomes.

Retention and social-emotional skills
Mentorship programs reduce dropout risk and strengthen
communication, teamwork, and composure under
pressure.

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Benefits to the City and
Fire Department
Community trust, preparedness, recruitment, and retention 14 6.1
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"The Explorer program has transformed our
community's relationship with the fire
department, fostering trust and pride among
residents."
15 — Local Community Leader

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Improving Emergency Preparedness
16 +18%
Increase in community preparedness scores after Fire Explorer youth engagement programs
Youth participation in drills, public information campaigns, and response assistance strengthens city-wide resilience.

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17 Recruitment & Retention Impacts
Strengths
Explorer programs foster early engagement,
building a pipeline of motivated recruits with
foundational skills.

Opportunities
Potential to diversify the workforce and strengthen
community ties through youth outreach.

Benefits
Departments see up to 30% higher retention,
reducing hiring costs and improving team
continuity.

Challenges
Requires sustained mentorship and resources to
ensure long-term program success.

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Implementation Plan and Resources
Needed
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Launch Timeline (6–9 Months)
19 01
Stakeholder Engagement
Month 1 • 10% completion
02 Recruitment
Month 2 • 25% completion
03 Training Development
Months 3–4 • 40% → 60%
04 Official Launch
Month 5 • 80% completion
05 Evaluation Checkpoint
Month 6 • 100% completion

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20 Budget & Resource Requirements
Estimated at approximately $40,000 annually across expenses and funding approaches.

Equipment
Includes purchase and maintenance of necessary tools and technology for program delivery.

Training Materials
Covers costs for manuals, digital resources, and instructional supplies.

Staffing
Funds for hiring, onboarding, and compensating program staff.

Funding & Promotion
City allocations, grants, and community fundraising support outreach while avoiding strain on existing operations.

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21 Measurement of Success & Reporting
Success metrics
Success is measured through recruitment numbers, participant retention, skill competency levels, community outreach impact, and incident response contributions.

Reporting to council
Regular reporting to council ensures transparency and keeps the program aligned with city goals.

Continuous improvement
Data-driven evaluation supports ongoing refinement and strengthens stakeholder confidence.

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22 Conclusion: Building a Safer Community
Youth Engagement
A Fire Explorer Post engages
youth through structured
learning and real-world
exposure to public safety.

Education & Leadership
Participants build fire safety
knowledge, teamwork, and
leadership skills that benefit
the whole community.

Community Ties
The program strengthens trust
and relationships between the
department, families, schools,
and residents.

Future Recruitment
Creating a clear pathway into
service supports long-term
staffing and the next
generation of responders.

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Casey Hill, Police Chief
MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 6.2
SUBJECT: Patterson Police Services Junior Police Academy Presentation (Police Chief Hill)

RECOMMENDATION
This is an informational Presentation. No action required.

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Patterson Police Services
Junior Police Academy In collaboration with the Patterson Joint Unified School District Eligibility, Activities and Lessons
Our Junior Police Academy is open to all Students who:

Have completed 8th Through 12th this school year (and have not previously attended) Are between the ages of 14-18 years old (certain age exceptions can be made) Are interested in a career in law enforcement
Activities and Lessons:

Law Enforcement History
Modern Law Enforcement Practices
Police Communications
Report Writing
Mock Traffic Stops
Mock Investigations
Evidence Collection
Crime Scene Investigation
Specialty Unit Familiarization
Specialty Unit Demonstrations
Program Details
Dates: Monday, July 6, 2026 to Friday July 10, 2026
Times: 08:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Daily
Location: Del Puerto High School (640 M Street, Patterson, CA 95363) Cost: FREE! There is no cost to attend
Additional Information
Class Size
Class size is limited to 30 students, applications will be approved on a first come first served basis.

Deadline for Enrollment
Completed packets must be received before:

June 6th 2026 at 12:00 P.M.

Required Documents
Application, Code of Conduct, Photo Release,
Permission Slip, Liability Release and
Assumption of Risk forms must be fully
completed.

Packet Turn In:

Application packets can be turned in to Patterson Police Services Office or by email to: [email protected]
Code of Conduct Students will be required to follow all rules and regulations listed within their enrollment packet. Failure to follow instructions can result in dismissal from the program at any time. If student is dismissed from their program a parent or guardian will be required to pick up their student.

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Jeff Hakola, Acting Fire Chief
MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 7.2
SUBJECT: Adopt Patterson Fire Department Explorer Program Bylaws establishing policies, procedures, and operational guidelines for the Patterson Fire Explorer Program.

RECOMMENDATION
Motion to Adopt Patterson Fire Department Explorer Program Bylaws establishing policies, procedures, and operational guidelines for the Patterson Fire Explorer Program.

BACKGROUND
The Patterson Fire Department would like to participate in the Scouting America Exploring Program, which provides youth ages 15 to 21 with the opportunity to learn about careers in the fire service.

The Explorer Program is designed to provide structured mentorship, training opportunities, and leadership development for young individuals interested in public safety careers. Participants gain exposure to fire service operations including fire prevention, emergency medical services, and fire suppression activities while working alongside fire department personnel.

Explorer Programs are commonly used by fire departments throughout the country as a means of community engagement, youth development, and future workforce recruitment. Through participation in the program, Explorers develop teamwork, discipline, and civic responsibility while gaining valuable insight into the fire service profession.

To ensure consistency, accountability, and proper program oversight, the Patterson Fire Department has developed formal Explorer Program Bylaws and Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs). These documents establish the structure, expectations, and governance of the Explorer Program and supplement existing department policies and procedures.

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ANALYSIS
The proposed Explorer Program Bylaws provides a comprehensive framework for the administration and operation of the program. The bylaws outline important elements including:
• Program purpose and introduction
• Membership eligibility requirements and application procedures • Conduct expectations and disciplinary procedures
• Training participation and advancement opportunities
• Leadership structure and chain of command within the program • Oversight responsibilities by Patterson Fire Department personnel The bylaws also establish a clear disciplinary process and participation expectations designed to maintain professionalism and ensure that Explorers represent the Patterson Fire Department in a positive manner.

Adopting these bylaws formalizes the program’s governance and provides clear guidance to Explorers, their families, and department personnel involved in mentoring and supervising program participants.

Additionally, the Explorer Program serves as a valuable recruitment pipeline by introducing local youth to careers in firefighting and emergency services. Many fire departments use Explorer programs as a pathway to become career firefighters.

Staff believe the adoption of these bylaws will strengthen the structure of the program while promoting safety, accountability, and leadership development among participants.

FISCAL IMPACT
The current fiscal impact is zero dollars as we currently have a line-item budget originally allocated for the Intern program that never came to fruition. The current yearly budget for this program sits at $53,045.00 with a 3% CPI increase annually. We should see this cost go down after the initial startup of the program. This number will include purchases of personal protective equipment, uniforms, maintenance, and personnel cost for training of the Explorers.

ATTACHMENT
Patterson Fire Explorer Bylaws

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CITY OF PATTERSON

EXPLORER PROGRAM BY-LAWS
Adopted on 4/21/2026
ARTICLE I: Introduction
The Fire Explorer Program, part of the Scouting America Exploring program, is designed for young individuals aged 14 -17 with an interest in fire service careers. This co-ed, career-oriented initiative offers hands-on experiences, mentorship, and leadership development while fostering civic responsibility and personal growth.

Participants, known as Fire Explorers, are given the opportunity to gain insight into the daily operations of fire departments and the broader fire service industry. Through structured activities and training sessions, Explorers develop critical skills and knowledge related to fire prevention, emergency medical services, and fire suppression techniques.

The City of Patterson operates a Fire Exploring program through Scouting America. This program helps young adults explore a potential career in firefighting by introducing them to department systems, fostering responsibility, and instilling teamwork and discipline. These ByLaws and Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) supplement Policies and Procedures, ensuring structure and clarity for all participants.

Explorers serve as representatives of the Patterson Fire Department and are held to the highest standards of conduct. Members are expected to respect their uniforms and embody the public trust placed in them through professionalism, loyalty, and adherence to department standards.

Explorers and their parents or guardians must understand and comply with these By-Laws and SOGs. Any instances not addressed within these By-Laws or Policies will be referred to by the Explorer Post Director, Advisors, or City of Patterson Fire Chief for clarification.

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ARTICLE II: Membership
A) Eligibility Requirements

1. Applicants must be between 14 and 17 years of age (may apply 6 months prior to their 14th birthday).

2. Explorers may apply for Volunteer Firefighter status upon reaching their 18th birthday.

3. If applicable, applicants must maintain good academic standing with a minimum 2.0 GPA in high school, junior college, or university (6 units per year). o Explorers failing to meet GPA requirements will be placed on disciplinary probation for one semester and are subject to dismissal if improvements are not made.

4. Explorers must live within the City of Patterson

5. Applicants must submit the following:
o A current DMV printout (updated every six months).
o Proof of vehicle insurance if holding a valid California Driver’s License.

6. Applicants must provide a signed Liability Release form from their parents/guardians.

7. Explorers must not be affiliated with other fire service organizations or departments.

8. Explorers must comply with Patterson Fire’s non-tobacco policy while participating in departmental activities.

B) Application and Selection Process

1. Applications are accepted continuously. Openings in the Post are announced by the Explorer Post Director via local news outlets and social media.

2. Testing Process:
o Written Exam: Includes multiple-choice questions on math, reading comprehension, mechanical aptitude, and communication skills. o Physical Agility Test and Blind Maze: (Optional but encouraged). o Oral Interview: Assesses interpersonal skills, judgment, knowledge of firefighting, and ability to follow oral instructions.

3. Successful candidates are placed on an eligibility list and ranked by score.

4. The Post Director reviews all applications, testing results, and reference checks before submitting them to Patterson’s Fire Chief for final acceptance decisions.

5. The Fire Chief shall conduct a thorough review of submitted materials to ensure candidates meet the department’s standards of integrity, leadership, and public service.

6. The Fire Chief may conduct interviews or request additional information if deemed necessary.

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ARTICLE III: Discipline
A) Conduct Expectations and Violations
Explorers are subject to disciplinary actions (including probation, suspension, or dismissal) for the following violations:

1. Illegal or inappropriate drug use (including alcohol).

2. Fighting or using profanity in public.

3. Conviction of misdemeanors involving moral turpitude, felonies, or significant driving infractions.

4. Theft or dishonesty.

5. Insubordination toward personnel.

6. Failing to achieve a 70% average on quizzes.

7. Failure to maintain a 2.0 GPA in school.

8. Refusal to provide required documentation (e.g., DMV printouts, report cards).

9. Lying or providing false information to staff.

10. Non-completion of assigned tasks or violation of By-Laws and SOGs.

B) Progressive Discipline Policy

1. Coaching – Initial guidance provided to correct minor infractions, including constructive feedback and clarification of expectations.

2. Verbal Warning – A formal discussion documenting the concern and expected improvements, noted in the participant’s record.

3. Written Warning – A documented notice outlining the issue, required corrective actions, and potential consequences if the issue persists.

4. Suspension – Temporary removal from participation due to serious infractions or repeated violations. Suspensions shall not exceed three (3) months.

5. Termination – Dismissal from the program for severe misconduct, failure to improve, or repeated violations.

C) Severity Consideration
The disciplinary process may escalate or bypass steps depending on the severity of the incident, as determined by program leadership. Immediate suspension or termination may be enforced for egregious offenses.

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ARTICLE IV: Training and
Advancement
A) Expectation of Active Engagement
Participants are required to demonstrate consistent engagement and improvement in skills, knowledge, and performance through their involvement in program activities.

B) Assessment of Improvement

1. Improvement shall be evaluated based on:
o Skill development
o Leadership growth
o Teamwork
o Adherence to program values

2. Participants must show measurable progress as determined by performance evaluations, training assessments, or mentorship feedback.

C) Participation Standard

1. Participants must actively take part in a meaningful and constructive manner in scheduled activities, including but not limited to:
o Training sessions
o Drills
o Community service
o Educational programs

2. Engagement will be evaluated based on overall contribution rather than a fixed attendance percentage.

D) Fire Explorer Promotions
Ranks and Responsibilities

1. Fire Explorer – Entry-level position focused on learning fundamental firefighting skills.

2. Fire Explorer 1 – Fire Explorers may be promoted upon demonstrating proficiency, maintaining good standing, and meeting participation requirements.

3. Platoon Leader – Oversees and mentors newer Explorers, assists in training exercises, and ensures assigned tasks are completed.

4. Explorer Captain – The highest rank, responsible for overseeing Platoon Leaders, coordinating training activities, ensuring discipline, and serving as a liaison between Explorers and personnel.

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ARTICLE V: Chain of Command
A) Departmental Chain of Command
• Patterson Fire Chief
• Division Chiefs
• Battalion Chief
• Captains
• Engineers
• Firefighters
• Explorers
B) Explorer Post Structure
• Post Advisor
• Post Associate Advisor
• Clerk of the Board/Post Treasurer
• Platoon Leaders
• Explorers
C) Post Committees

1. Post Committee’s shall be assigned by the Fire Chief and will include:
o Committee Chair (Fire Chief)
o Post Advisor
o Post Associate Advisor & Treasurer
Acceptance of Bylaws
By signing below, the City of Patterson formally adopts and accepts these Bylaws as the governing document for the Explorer Program.

Signature:

Name: _
Title: Clerk of the City, City of Patterson Adopted on: 4/21/2026

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Xavier Guluarte, Interim Public Works Director
MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 7.3
SUBJECT: Water Leak Detection Report – Water Resources Program Informational Item Only.

RECOMMENDATION
Water Leak Detection Report – Water Resources Program.

Informational Item Only.

BACKGROUND
This survey was conducted as a follow-up action to the 2024 Water Loss Audit, which identified opportunities to reduce non-revenue water and improve overall system efficiency. The objective of the effort was to locate known or suspected leaks within the City of Patterson’s (City) water distribution system using a combination of acoustic and subsurface detection technologies.

Senate Bill 555 (SB 555) requires urban retail water suppliers in California to submit annual, validated water loss audits to the Department of Water Resources using AWWA Free Water Audit Software, ensuring accurate reporting and supporting improved system monitoring and accountability. Water loss in the City has varied over the past decade, peaking at 21 percent but showing recent improvement, declining to nine percent in both 2024 and 2025. This progress is largely due to system upgrades, including citywide meter replacements and targeted leak detection efforts. However, water loss still exceeds the City’s 2028 goal of 6.2 percent, requiring continued investment in infrastructure, monitoring and conservation. Future efforts will focus on implementing a formal leak management program and pressure management strategies to further reduce losses.

The City initiated this investigation as part of ongoing efforts to improve water system efficiency and identify sources of non-revenue water, which is water that is produced but not billed due to leaks, meter inaccuracies or unauthorized use. GPRS utilized acoustic leak detection, electromagnetic locating, ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and GPS mapping to identify potential

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leak locations without excavation. Leak detection services were performed citywide.

ANALYSIS
The water leak detection investigation identified a total of 10 leaks across the project area involving water main lines, backflow preventers and fire hydrants. Two high-priority water main leaks were identified: one on S. Eighth Street between Madrone Avenue and Toyon Lane and another at Primavera Way and Paseo Feliz Drive within Las Palmas Mobile Estates. The leak within Las Palmas Mobile Estates was repaired by City staff on April 22. The leak on S. Eighth Street is in a difficult-to-access location and will require further coordination with other divisions.

Each of these two major leaks is estimated at approximately 20,000 gallons per day, resulting in a combined loss of about 40,000 gallons per day. Overall, the City’s estimated water loss from all 10 leak sites is approximately 41,100 gallons per day, or roughly 15 million gallons annually, resulting in an estimated annual revenue loss of $37,500. These figures are conservative and do not account for secondary costs such as emergency repair premiums, roadway and pavement restoration or accelerated infrastructure deterioration.

The investigation also found that several fire service and backflow systems are not currently metered, limiting the City’s ability to detect and quantify smaller leaks in real time. GPRS recommended installing bypass or monitoring meters on select systems to improve leak detection, accountability and long-term water loss management.

Through continued implementation of planned system improvements and infrastructure upgrades identified in the Water Master Plan, the City is beginning to see a reduction in overall system leaks. As deficiencies have been addressed through completed capital projects, system performance has improved, which is likely reflected in the limited number of water main breaks identified during this investigation. This trend suggests that proactive planning and targeted rehabilitation efforts are improving system reliability and reducing water loss over time.

Field photos are below:

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FISCAL IMPACT
At this time, the report has no immediate fiscal impact, as all city-owned facilities will be repaired by City personnel.

ATTACHMENT
Water Loss Detection Report

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Last Updated: 3/2/2023
- +
Subsurface Investigation to
Detect and Locate Underground
Water Leaks
Prepared For: City Of Patterson
Prepared By:

William Lee Walhovd
Project Manager Northern California
4/15/2026

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4/15/2026
City of Patterson
Attn: Larrisa Camera
[email protected]
Site:

We appreciate the opportunity to provide this report for our work performed between 4.1.2026 and 4.7.2026.

PURPOSE
The purpose of this project was to search for underground water leaks within the project boundaries provided by the client. The client specified that they estimated a 10% water loss.

EQUIPMENT
• Leak Noise Amplification. The leak noise amplification system consists of a control unit, a microphone, and headphones and is used to listen for leak noise at water system contact points (valves, hydrants, etc.) in order to identify a general location of a potential water leak. This same system may also have been used with a ground microphone in order toattempt to pinpoint the leak from the surface. Its effectiveness depends on a variety of factors such as pipe size and material, water pressure, leak size, soil type, and noise interference from traffic, machinery, etc. • Leak Noise Correlator. The leak correlator consists of sensors that are placed on water system contact points and the sound signals between will be processed to provide a distance of the leak between the two points. The accuracy of the potential leak location depends on the ability of the pipe to be located along with the accurate input of pipe attributes such as pipe size and material (size and material information provided by the client). • GPS. This handheld GPS unit offers accuracy down to 4 inches, however, the accuracy will depend on the satellite environment and obstructions and should not be considered to be survey-grade. Features can be collected as points, lines, or areas and then exported into Google Earth or overlaid on a CAD drawing. For more information, please visit: Link
• Magnetometer. The magnetometer detects the magnetic field of a ferromagnetic object. It responds to the difference in the magnetic field between two sensors. It is interpreted in the field by listening to changes in frequency as emitted by a speaker on the device. Larger metallic objects can be located at depths of up to 10’ or more but total depths will depend on the size, type, shape, and orientation of objects along with the amount of interference from other objects. For more information, please visit: Link • Electromagnetic Pipe Locator. The EM locator can detect the electromagnetic fields from live power or radio frequency signals. It can also be used in conjunction with a transmitter to connect directly to accessible, metallic pipes, risers, or tracer wires. A current is sent through the pipe or tracer wire at a specific frequency and the resulting EM field can then be detected by the receiver. The receiver is moved over the surface without coming in contact with the ground so it is not affected by terrain. Depths provided should always be treated as estimates as their accuracy can be affected by multiple factors. Depths achieved can be as much as 20’ depending on the type of signal being traced or methods used. For more information, please visit: Link • Underground Scanning GPR Antenna. The antenna is mounted in a stroller frame which rolls over the surface. The surface needs to be reasonably smooth and unobstructed in order to obtain readable scans. Obstructions such as curbs, landscaping, and vegetation will limit the feasibility of GPR. The data is displayed on a screen and marked in the field in real time. GPR works by sending pulses of energy into a material and recording the strength and the time required for the return of the reflected signal. Reflections are produced when the energy pulses enter into a material with different electrical properties from the material it left. The strength of the reflection is determined by the contrast in signal speed between the two materials. The total depth achieved can be as much as 8’ or more with this antenna but can vary widely depending on the conductivity of the materials. Depths provided should always be treated as estimates as their accuracy can be affected by multiple factors. For more information, please visit: Link

PROCESS
Our process began using the Leak Noise Amplification System, to first listen in on accessible contact points in the system such as hydrants, and main valves for a leak signal as needed. Water lines are marked in blue with suspect leak locations marked in pink.

LIMITATIONS
Please keep in mind that there are limitations to any subsurface investigation. The equipment may not achieve maximum effectiveness due to soil conditions, above ground obstructions, and a variety of other factors. No subsurface investigation or equipment can provide a complete image of what lies below. Our results should always be used in conjunction with as many methods as possible including consulting existing plans and drawings, exploratory excavation or potholing, visual inspection of above ground features, and utilization of services such as One Call/811.

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LIST OF LEAKS
LEAK # TYPE OF LEAK ADDRESS/LOCATION GPD
(GALLONS

PER DAY)

COMMENTS
1 Backflow
Preventer
North of 825 Rogers Rd. 100 See below
2 Backflow
Preventer
Rogers Rd and Rogers Ct. <100 See below
3 Hydrant 250’ north of Rogers Ct. on Rogers Rd. <100 See below 5 Hydrant North side of Speno Dr. at Carmen Way. <100
6 Backflow
Preventer
1950 Keystone Pacific Hwy. Unknown See below
7 Backflow
Preventer
505 to 525 Baldwin Rd. <100 See below
8 Backflow
Preventer
535 Peregrine Dr. Unknown See below
9 Main Line S Eighth St. betwween Madrone Ln. and
Toyon Ln.
20000 See below
10 Main Line Premavera Way and Pasa Felix Dr. 20000 See below

DEFINITIONS
Leak Types: Service, Hydrant, Valve, Main, Joint, Other Unresolved = hydrant leaking at time of service
Resolved = hydrant leak stopped by technician by tightening operating nut

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Leak #: 1
Address/Location: North of 825 Rogers Rd
_____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic Main Valve

Main

Concrete
Surfaced Water Curb Valve Service Asphalt
Other x Meter Box Service Street Side Brick
Estimation of Leak: (GPD)
Hydrant Service House Side Gravel
Other x Joint Connection Soil x
100 Hydrant Other
Valve
Backflow x
v
Leak
Leak

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Leak #: 2
Address/Location: Rogers Rd and Rogers Ct.
_____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic Main Valve

Main

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Leak #: 3
Address/Location: 250’ north of Rogers Ct. on Rogers Rd. _____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic Main Valve

Main

Concrete x
Surfaced Water Curb Valve Service Asphalt
Other x Meter Box Service Street Side Brick
Estimation of Leak: (GPD)
Hydrant x Service House Side Gravel
Other Joint Connection Soil
<100 Hydrant x Other
Valve
Backflow
Leak

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Leak #: 4
Address/Location: North side of Speno Dr. at Carmen Way _____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic Main Valve

Main

Leak

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Potential Leak #: 5
Address/Location: Rogers Rd and Rogers Ct.
_____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic Main Valve

Main

A bypass water meter should be installed on backflow
preventer to indicate any leaks on the system.

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Leak #: 6
Address/Location: 505 to 525 Baldwin Rd (behind buildings near parking area) _____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic Main Valve

Main

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Potential Leak #: 7
Address/Location: 535 Peregrine Dr.
_____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic Main Valve

Main

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Leak #: 8
Address/Location: West of 2961 Renzo Ln.
_____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic Main Valve

Main

Concrete
Surfaced Water x Curb Valve x Service Asphalt
Other Meter Box Service Street Side x Brick
Estimation of Leak: (GPD)
Hydrant Service House Side Gravel
Other Joint Connection Soil x
<100 Hydrant Other
Valve
Backflow
Water
surfacing
Leak appears to be at the end of a future stub out from the main based on stub outs found in the area.

Leak noise
detected
at valve

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Leak #: 9
Address/Location: S Eighth St. betwween Madrone Ln. and Toyon Ln. _____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic x Main Valve x

Main x

Concrete
Surfaced Water Curb Valve Service Asphalt
Other Meter Box Service Street Side Brick
Estimation of Leak: (GPD)
Hydrant Service House Side Gravel
Other Joint Connection Soil x
20000 Hydrant Other
Valve
Backflow
Water Leak

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LEAK LOCATION DIAGRAM
(Drawing not to scale)
Leak #: 10
Address/Location: Premavera Way and Pasa Felix Dr.
_____________________________________________________________________________ Investigation of Leak: Leak Detected At: Leak Appears To Be On: Cover:

Sonic x Main Valve

Main x

Concrete
Surfaced Water Curb Valve x Service Asphalt x
Other Meter Box Service Street Side Brick
Estimation of Leak: (GPD)
Hydrant Service House Side Gravel
Other Joint Connection Soil
20000 Hydrant Other
Valve
Backflow
Water Leak

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CLOSING
Leak detection is the art and science of using non-intrusive methods to search for, find and mark out leak locations on pressurized pipelines. There are innumerable variables involved in locating underground utilities, such as topography, size and complexity of job site, depth and proximity of buried utilities, above ground obstructions, short turnaround schedules, changes in the scope of work, lack of (or outdated) blueprints and adverse weather conditions.

GPRS makes no guarantee that all leaks will be detected. GPRS is not responsible for detecting leaks that normally cannot be detected by the methods employed or that cannot be detected because of site conditions. GPRS is not responsible for maintaining mark-outs after leaving the work area. Mark-outs made in inclement weather and in high traffic areas may not last.

GPRS, Inc. has been in business since 2001, specializing in underground storage tank location, concrete scanning, utility locating, leak detection, and shallow void detection for projects throughout the United States. I encourage you to visit our website (www.gprsinc.com).

GPRS appreciates the opportunity to offer our services, and we look forward to continuing to work with you on future projects. Please feel free to contact us for additional information or with any questions you may have regarding this report.

Signed,
Billy Walhovd
William Lee Walhovd
Project Manager – Concord, CA

Direct: 925-787-1602
[email protected]
www.gprsinc.com

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Tiffany Rodriguez, Director of Engineering Services MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 7.4
SUBJECT: Approve request for temporary road closure of English Birch Avenue between North Hartley Street and Ashwood Lane, for construction activities associated with the Camden Shire 95 Lots Project. Dates of closure may be adjusted based on weather, construction sequencing, field conditions, and other project coordination needs.

RECOMMENDATION
Motion to Approve the request for temporary road closure of English Birch Avenue between North Hartley Street and Ashwood Lane as part of the Camden Shire 95 Lots Project. Dates of closure may be adjusted based on weather, construction sequencing, field conditions, and other project coordination needs.

BACKGROUND
Staff received a request from Sunstone Construction Services for the temporary closure of English Birch Avenue between North Hartley Street and Ashwood Lane to facilitate pavement repair and related construction activities associated with the Camden Shire 95 Lots Project. The contractor’s traffic control plan identifies the proposed closure limits and detour routes for the work area. The proposed closure is currently anticipated to occur between May 6, 2026 and May 12, 2026. These dates are tentative and may shift depending on site and scheduling conditions.

ANALYSIS
The requested road closure is necessary to provide a safe work area for the contractor and to protect the traveling public during pavement repair activities. Full closure of the roadway within the identified work limits will allow the contractor to complete the work more efficiently and reduce conflicts between construction operations, vehicles, and pedestrians.

The contractor will be required to implement the approved traffic control plan, maintain

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appropriate detour signage, and provide advance notification to affected residents, emergency services, and other impacted parties. Access to adjacent homes and local traffic will be coordinated to the extent feasible during the closure period. The submitted traffic control plan shows the proposed work area along English Birch Avenue and the corresponding detour routing through surrounding neighborhood streets.

Although the closure is tentatively planned for May 6 through May 12, 2026, the final dates may need to be adjusted due to:
• weather conditions that could affect paving or surface preparation, • construction sequencing and coordination with other repair work in the subdivision, • unforeseen field conditions encountered during construction, • availability of inspection and testing services, and
• coordination with residents, builders, and public safety services City staff will coordinate with the contractor on the final closure dates and will notify the public and affected agencies once the schedule is confirmed.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item. All costs are being paid by the developer.

ATTACHMENT
Exhibit A - Traffic Control Plan

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R3-2
ROAD
CLOSED
AHEAD
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AHEAD
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AHEAD
R3-1
W20-3
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AHEAD R3-2
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100’
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DETOUR
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M4-10(DBL)
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DETOUR
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DETOUR DETOUR
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AHEAD
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DETOUR
AHEAD W20-2
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DORSET DR

BILSTON DR

STAVELEY
WAY

BELMONT DR

SOMERSET WAY SOMERSET WAY
STOP
STOP
STOP

STOP STOP STOP STOP

STOP STOP STOP
STOP
STOP STOP STOP STOP N. HARTLEY ST ADELAIDE LN CHATHAM LN

HELMSLEY LN

CHESHAM LN

SUTTON DR

EASTWOOD WAY

WOODSTOCK DR

WIMBLEY PKWY

ENGLISH BIRCH AVE

FEATHERSTONE DR
STOP
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ASHWOOD LN

HEADLEY LN

ENGLISH BIRCH AVE
100’
100’
PLAN

NOT TO SCALE
N

ENGLISH BIRCH ROAD CLOSURE TRAFFIC PLAN
Sales Rentals Service
PLAN PROVIDED BY: TYPE OF
TRAFFIC CONTROL:

PROPOSED WORK

SCHEDULE PLAN
SHEET#
TCP 5
C31 LICENSED CONTRACTOR
LICENSE NO. 788082
PLAN DRAWN BY:

ALBERTO DELGADO

TRAFFIC CONTROL

SUPERVISOR DATE TO BE

DETERMINED ROAD CLOSURE

SIGN PLACEMENT

PROPOSED WORK LOCATION

ROAD SPEED LIMIT MAX DELINEATION SPACING
25 MPH 25’ MAX SPACING
35 MPH 35’ MAX SPACING
55 MPH 55’ MAX SPACING

DELINEATION DEVICE SUGGESTED MAX SPACING
TABLE 6H-3. SUGGESTED ADVANCE WARNING SIGN SPACING
ROAD TYPE DISTANCE BETWEEN SIGNS A B C 100’ 100’ 100’
250’ 250’ 250’
500’ 500’ 500’
1,000’ 1,500’ 2,640’
URBAN (LOW SPEED) 25 MPH OR LESS
URBAN (LOW SPEED) MORE THAN 25 MPH TO 40 MPH
RURAL

EXPRESSWAY / FREEWAY
URBAN (HIGH SPEED) MORE THAN 40 MPH 350’ 350’ 350’
SPEED
S
(MPH)
MINIMUM TAPER LENGTH FOR WIDTH OF OFFSET 12FT MERGING
L
(FT)

SHIFTING
L/2
(FT)

SHOULDER
L/3
(FT) 80’ 40’ 27’
125’ 63’ 42’ 180’ 90’ 60’
20 25
30 DOWN
STREAM
35 40
45 50
55 60
65 70
245’ 320’ 540’ 600’
660’ 720’ 780’ 840’
123’ 160’ 270’ 300’
330’ 360’ 390’ 420’
82’ 107’ 180’ 200’
220’ 240’ 260’ 280’
100’
100’ 100’
100’ 100’ 100’ 100’
100’ 100’ 100’ 100’
TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN FOR:

WORK HOURS
7:00A.M. TO 5:00P.M.

CAMDEN SHIRE ASPHALT

RECONSTRUCT

ENGLISH BIRCH AVE

PATTERSON, CA

TRIVO LLC

CONTACT

RICK DAVIS
(209)913-2426
[email protected]
100’
C9A(CA)
PHASE 5
100’
W20-3

ALL ADVANCE WARNING SIGNS SHALL BE
MOUNTED ON FLAG STANDS WITH FLAGS.

TRAFFIC CONES TO BE USED TO BLOCK THE WORK ZONE.

SPACED PER RECOMMENDED MUTCD CHART

TOW AWAY

NO PARKING
DATE:

TIME:

TEMPORARY NO PARKING SIGNS SHALL BE IN
PLACE A MINIMUM OF 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE

PROPOSED CLOSURE AND SHALL BE PLACED

WITH IN THE WORK ZONE AND SHALL INDICATE

DATE AND TIME OF PROPOSED NO PARKING IN
THAT AREA. SIGNS SHALL BE PLACED AS NEEDED

WITH IN THE RED HIGHLIGHTED AREA INDICATED
ON T.C.P.

W20-3
DETOUR
M4-10(RT)
DETOUR
DETOUR
M4-10(RT)
M4-10(LT)
M4-10(LT)
M4-10(RT)
M4-10(LT)
ROAD
CLOSED
R11-2
DETOUR
R3-1
R3-1
ROAD
CLOSED
AHEAD
W20-3
R3-2
ROAD
CLOSED
AHEAD
DETOUR
W20-3
ROAD
CLOSED
R11-2
ROAD
CLOSED
END
DETOUR
M4-8A

ROAD CLOSED
TO

THRU TRAFFIC
DETOUR
ROAD
WORK
AHEAD
DETOUR
ROAD
CLOSED
AHEAD
DETOUR
AHEAD
W20-1 W20-3 W20-2 R11-4
M4-10(RT) M4-10(LT)
R11-2
48”X48” 48”X48” 48”X48” 60”X30” 48”X30”
18”X48” 18”X48” 18”X36”
M4-10(DBL)
DETOUR
18”X48”
R3-1 / R3-2
24”X24”
DETOUR
R3-1
M4-10(RT)
DETOUR
W20-4 C9A(CA)
48”X48” 48”X48”
BE

PREPARED
TO
STOP

ONE LANE ROAD
AHEAD
48”X48”
W3-4

ROADS TO BE BLOCKED WITH
TYPE 3 BARRICADES
Exhibit A

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Tiffany Rodriguez, Director of Engineering Services MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 7.5
SUBJECT: Accept all bids for the 2026 Slurry Seal Project, award construction to American Pavement Systems, Inc., authorize Staff to execute the Contract, and authorize the Finance Department to make the necessary budget amendments.

RECOMMENDATION
Motion to Accept all bids for the 2026 Slurry Seal Project, award construction to American Pavement Systems, Inc., authorize Staff to execute the Contract, and authorize the Finance Department to make the necessary budget amendments.

BACKGROUND
The project consists of removing existing traffic striping and markings, crack sealing, applying Type II Slurry Seal, and restoring traffic striping and markings for approximately 120,00.00 Sq.

Yds. of various streets within the City of Patterson.

ANALYSIS
The 2026 Slurry Seal Project supports the City’s ongoing efforts to preserve and maintain its roadway network through timely preventative maintenance. The use of slurry seal is a costeffective pavement preservation treatment that helps extend the useful life of existing streets and reduces the need for more costly rehabilitation in the future. Funding for this project will be provided entirely through Measure L. Approval of the recommended action will allow the City to move forward with construction and continue implementing its pavement maintenance program.

FISCAL IMPACT
This project was advertised on the Valley Builders Exchange, the City’s website, and the Patterson Irrigator Newspaper. Bid opening was held on April 22, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. The City received

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Seven (7) bids for this project. The Seven (7) bids received are listed below from lowest to highest:

Bids
Total Base Bid ($)
American Pavement Systems, Inc. $445,468.95
Pavement Coatings Co. $470,794.40
Graham Contractors, Inc. $486,723.75
VSS International, Inc. $494,120.00
Sierra Nevada Construction, Inc. $524,007.00
American Asphalt Repair and
Resurfacing Co., Inc. $528,618.75
Dryco Construction, Inc. $532,035.00
After reviewing the bid documents, American Pavement Systems, Inc., was deemed the lowest responsible bidder.

Funding for this project is as follows:
$ 445,468.95 Base Bid
$ 44,546.90 10% Contingency
$ 100,000.00 Construction Inspection and Management
$ 590,015.85 TOTAL
Budget for this Project is as follows:

$590,015.85 Local City Funds for Construction –
Measure L (Acct # 329-000-7640)

$590,015.85 Total Funds Available

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Tiffany Rodriguez, Director of Engineering Services MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 7.6
SUBJECT: Approve the City of Patterson’s ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, and authorize City Staff to Implement the ADA Transition Plan.

RECOMMENDATION
Motion to Approve the City of Patterson’s ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, and authorize City Staff to implement the ADA Transition Plan.

BACKGROUND
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in the areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation and all public and private places that are open to the general public. The purpose of the law is to make sure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else and applies to all public and private entities.

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 applies to public entities that receive Federal financial assistance. Public entities that have 50 or more employees are mandated to perform comprehensive self-evaluation. The evaluation includes all city facilities, parks, right-of-way,(s) programs, procedures, and services offered by the City of Patterson. The primary objective of this evaluation is to identify any existing barriers that may hinder accessibility for individuals with disabilities in order to develop an ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.

ANALYSIS
To identity the ADA barriers, the City of Patterson has conducted a self-evaluation of the city’s facilities, parks, right-of-way,(s) programs, procedures, and services. Questioners regarding city’s programs, procedures, and activities were distributed to the different departments and department supervisors. ADA evaluation of the city’s facilities, parks, and right-of-way,(s) was performed by our Building Official, Michael D. Brinkman, a DSA Certified Access Specialist – CASp # 071.

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To address some of the identified gaps in communication, policies and limited awareness of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). The City of Patterson has taken the following actions and has implemented the below to improve accessibility:
 Provided three live ADA Training Webinar Sessions and one recorded session March 25, 2025, April 2, 2025, and April 4,2025Designated an ADA Coordinator and Representative
 Develop ADA Complaint Procedures and Complaint Forms
 Requested public feedback through means of surveys and flyers posted on the City of Patterson’s public facilities, website, and social media platforms October 1, 2024 – October 30, 2024, February 1, 2025- February 28, 2025, and March 2,2026- March 31,2026.

The Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan is a living document and will be reviewed and updated at least every three years or sooner as necessary to reflect changes in policies, procedures, programs, and public right-of way(s).

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact with this item.

ATTACHMENT
City of Patterson: Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.

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Americans with Disabilities Act
Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
City of Patterson, CA

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan
Table of Contents
Introduction … .......................................................................................................1-2 Legistavtive Mandate ............................................................................................ 2-3 Discrimination and Accessibility............................................................................ 4-5 Undue Burden………………………………………………………………………………………………..………5
Self-Evaluation Process …………………………………………………………………………………......5-6 ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Requirements …………...………………...........6-7 Evaluation Results/Reccomendations ……….……………………….……….…………………....…7-8 Accessibility Evaluation Report (City Owned Properties) …..……….……………….......9-17 Accessibility Evaluation Report (Public Parks) ……….....……………..…………..…….....18-34 Action Steps ……..….………………………………………………………………..……………………...45-46 Public Outreach ………...………………………………………………………..………………...………46-47 Accessibility Evaluation Report (Fire Stations # 1 & # 2)......................................35-44

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INTRODUCTION
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in the areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation and all public and private places that are open to the general public. The purpose of the law is to make sure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. The ADA provides civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications.

It applies to both public and private entities, regardless of the funding source, and requires newly constructed or altered state and local government facilities to be accessible to individuals with disabilities.

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/Americans with Disabilities Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 applies to public entities that receive federal financial assistance. It prohibits discriminating against people with disabilities from programs and activities and mandates these public entities to provide effective communication tools such as auxiliary aids and services (like interpreters or assistive listening devices) to assist those who have hearing, vision, or speech disabilities.

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (codified as 29 USC Subsection 791 et seq.) requires that any entity receiving federal financial assistance must ensure that persons with disabilities are not discriminated against in any and all aspects of employment, or denied access to the goods or services that these federal fund recipients provide.

The intent of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-336, codified as 42 USC 12101 et seq.) is to assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living and economic self-sufficiency for persons with disabilities. This law extended the protections offered for persons with disabilities.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 2 of 47 28 CFR 35 requires that facilities constructed on behalf of, or for the use of, a public entity shall be designed and constructed so that the facility is accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities.
49 CFR 27 requires nondiscrimination based on disability in programs and activities receiving or benefiting from federal financial assistance. The State of California has also adopted regulations in Section 54 of the California Civil Code that specify all buildings, structures, sidewalks, curbs and related facilities constructed in California by the use of state, county or municipal funds, or the funds of any political subdivision of the state, shall be accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities.

State and local governments must make reasonable modifications to policies, practices and procedures to ensure equal access for individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would fundamentally alter the nature of the service, program, or activity or would impose an undue financial or administrative burden. These laws aim to prevent exclusion, ensure accessibility, and promote equal treatment for people with disabilities in various aspects of public life, including education, employment, transportation and public services.

I. Legislative Mandate
Under federal regulations, Title II of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the City of Patterson is mandated to perform a comprehensive self-evaluation. The evaluation includes all city facilities, parks, right-of-way,(s) programs, procedures, and services offered by the City of Patterson. The primary objective of this evaluation is to identify any existing barriers that may hinder accessibility for individuals with disabilities in order to develop a transition plan.

The development of a transition plan is a requirement of the federal regulations implementing the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that all organizations receiving federal funds make their programs available without discrimination towards people with disabilities. The Rehabilitation Act, which has become known as the “civil rights act” of persons with disabilities, states that:

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 3 of 47 “No otherwise qualified handicapped individual in the United States shall, solely by reason of handicap, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.” (Section 504) Subsequent to the enactment of the Rehabilitation Act, Congress passed the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, 1990. Title II of the ADA covers programs, activities, and services of public entities. The Department of Justice's ADA Title II Regulations adopts the general prohibitions of discrimination established under Section 504 and incorporates specific prohibitions of discrimination for the ADA. Title II provides protections to individuals with disabilities that are at least equal to those provided by the nondiscrimination provisions of Title V of the Rehabilitation Act.

This mandate prohibits the City of Patterson from directly or through contractual arrangements, to do any of the following:
• Deny persons with disabilities the opportunity to participate in services, programs, or activities that are not separate or different from those offered others, even if the City offers permissibly separate or different activities.
• In determining the location of facilities, make selections that have the effect of excluding or discriminating against persons with disabilities.

Title II of the ADA stipulates that all public entities are required to complete a self-evaluation. However, only those who employ 50 or more employees must evaluate all programs, services, activities, policies and procedures to ensure measures that guarantee accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

These measures include:

Conducting a self-evaluation of all City programs, activities, services, and facilities; Designating an ADA representative to oversee Title II compliance requirements; Developing ADA complaint procedures; and providing accessible formats for programs, activities, and services.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 4 of 47 II. Discrimination and Accessibility
There are two types of accessibility: program accessibility and physical accessibility. Program accessibility includes physical accessibility as well, and it requires that individuals with disabilities be provided equally effective opportunity to participate in programs and services and have access to important information. Program accessibility may be achieved by either structural or non-structural methods. Non-structural methods include acquisition or redesign of equipment, assignment of aids to beneficiaries, and provision of services at alternate sites.

Physical accessibility requires that a facility be barrier-free. Barriers include any obstacles that prevent or restrict the entrance to or use of a facility. The ADA establishes requirements to ensure that buildings and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities. The ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) cover new construction and alterations and establish minimum accessibility requirements to ensure that state and government buildings and facilities are accessible and usable to individuals with disabilities.

Programs and services offered by the City to the public must be made accessible. This can be accomplished by providing a variety of methods such as:

1. Structural methods such as altering an existing facility: This involves making physical changes to the building or facility to improve accessibility.

Examples include installing ramps, widening doorways, adding accessible parking spaces or modifying restrooms to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

2. Acquisition or redesign of equipment: This refers to obtaining new equipment or modifying existing equipment to make it accessible. For instance, acquiring adjustable-height tables or redesigning workstations to accommodate wheelchair users.

3. Assignment of aids: Providing personal assistants or aids to individuals who require assistance due to their disabilities. This can include assigning aids in educational settings, workplaces or public facilities to help with tasks that the individual cannot perform independently.

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4. Providing services at alternate accessible sites: This involves offering services or activities at locations that are accessible to individuals with disabilities if the primary location is not accessible. For example, holding events in buildings with accessible entrances or providing online alternatives for services that cannot be accessed physically.

III. Undue Burden
The City is not required to take any action that it can demonstrate would result in a fundamental alteration in the nature of its program or activity, would create a hazardous condition resulting in a direct threat to the participant or others, or would represent an undue financial and administrative burden.

The determination that an undue burden would result must be based on an evaluation of all resources available for use in the city. For example, if a barrier removal action is judged unduly burdensome, the City must consider other options for providing access to the benefits and services of the program or activity by individuals with disabilities.

Self-Evaluation Process
The self-evaluation process is an ongoing effort to help the City of Patterson identify barriers within its policies, programs, services, facilities, parks, and public rights-of-way. The plan is aimed at removing barriers and enhancing accessibility for individuals with disabilities, and it will identify specific actions the City will undertake to improve accessibility across its policies, programs, services, facilities, parks, and public rights-of-way The evaluation process is an integral step in developing a transition plan and is considered living documents that will be evaluated annually and updated regularly as services and programs change.

This may involve physical modifications to facilities, sidewalks, curb ramps, and adjustments to programs and services, changes in policies and procedures, or providing alternative methods of access where needed.

Key components of the transition plan may include:

1. Physical Modifications: Identifying and implementing changes to physical structures to ensure they are accessible, such as adding ramps, widening doorways or installing accessible restroom facilities.

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2. Program and Service Adjustments: Reviewing existing programs and services to ensure they are inclusive and accessible to individuals with disabilities. This might involve modifying how services are delivered or providing assistive technologies.

3. Policy and Procedure Changes: Evaluating current policies and procedures to remove any discriminatory practices and ensure they accommodate individuals with disabilities effectively.

4. Alternative Methods of Access: Providing alternative means for individuals with disabilities to access information, services, or participate in programs, such as offering materials in accessible formats or providing sign language interpreters.

The City of Patterson's Active Transportation Plan (ATP), Appendix E identifies sidewalk gaps and ADA ramps that are missing or are noncompliant. The City will continue to review accessibility issues, respond to complaints and concerns and provide solutions and reasonable modifications where necessary in accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Development Requirements These efforts are aimed at promoting inclusion, enhancing accessibility, and complying with federal regulations that safeguard the rights of individuals with disabilities.

Overall, the self-evaluation required by Section 504 is a proactive measure to uphold the principles of equality and non-discrimination, thereby fostering a more accessible and inclusive environment within the community.

The City of Patterson ADA Title II Self-evaluation was prepared in partnership by Mike Brinkman, the Certified Access Specialist (CASp) of record, TJKM Transportation Consultant's, Tiffany Rodriguez, the City’s Disadvantage Business Enterprise Liaison Officer (BBELO), and support staff. The purpose of the evaluation was to identify barriers for individuals with disabilities within the City’s policies, programs, services, facilities, parks, and public rights-of-way (sidewalks, curb ramps, etc.).

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 7 of 47 Self- Evaluation of Policies and Programs: Questionnaires were distributed to help identify accessibility barriers for individuals with disabilities within the City of Patterson’s, policies, and procedures to the following departments:
• Administration
• Human Resources
• Finance Department
• Community Development
• Building Department
• Public Works
• Recreation
• Fire Department
Evaluation Results: The evaluation results revealed that the majority of departments are not adequately informed on how to accommodate individuals with disabilities, exhibit a deficiency in formal policies and procedures to address such needs, and demonstrate limited awareness of the City of Patterson’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protocols.

Recommendations: Based on the evaluation findings, it is recommended that the City implement the following actions to improve compliance and accessibility:

1. Develop and Adopt Formal Policies and Procedures, establish clear, written policies and procedures that outline the City’s commitment to ADA compliance and provide step-by-step guidance for accommodating individuals with disabilities.

2. Provide Comprehensive Training Conduct mandatory ADA awareness and accommodation training for all department staff to ensure consistent understanding and application of accessibility requirements.

3. Designate an ADA Coordinator Appoint a dedicated ADA coordinator to serve as the primary point of contact for accessibility-related inquiries, requests, and compliance monitoring.

4. Increase Communication and Awareness Regularly share information about the City’s ADA policies, procedures, and

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 8 of 47 resources to ensure staff remain informed and proactive in addressing accessibility needs.

5. Conduct Periodic Compliance Reviews Implement a process for regular review and assessment of ADA compliance across
departments to identify gaps, track progress, and ensure continuous improvement.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 9 of 47 CSG Consultants, Inc.
930 Fresno Street | Newman, CA 95360
Phone (209) 862-9511 • Fax (209) 862-1079 • www.csgengr.com Accessibility Evaluation Report City of Patterson
Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
Tiffany Rodriguez, Director of Engineering
Report No.: 010824
Evaluation Address
Various city owned properties
Inspection Date
January 8, 2024

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 10 of 47 Date: January 8, 2024
Report #: 010824
Client: City of Patterson; 1 Plaza Circle Patterson, CA 95363 Contact Person: Tiffany Rodriguez, Director of Engineering Facility Address: Various city owned properties listed in report.

Michael D. Brinkman with CSG Consultants, Inc. is a DSA Certified Access Specialist - CASp # 071, and was hired by the City of Patterson to evaluate existing conditions and accessibility requirements for various city owned properties.

The following inspection, comments, and determinations are my opinions as the CASp, and any errors and/or omissions are unintentional.

On January 8, 2024, an initial site accessibility review was performed at the various city owned properties listed below:

City Hall…………………………..….1 Plaza Circle, Built in 2005.

Museum Building………………. 300 W Las Palmas Ave, Built in 1910 Public Works Corp Yard..…… 16215 Baldwin Rd, Built in 2009 Hammon Senior Center………1033 W Las Palmas Ave, Built in 2010 Aquatic Center……………………1025 W Las Palmas Ave, Built in 2010 WQCF Admin Building………..14901 Poplar Ave, Built in 2023 The following observations are based on the requirements of the California Building Code (CBC) based on the year built and 2010 Standards of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA).

Corrective measures undertaken must comply with all applicable State and Federal requirements. Where conflicts between the CBC and the ADA occur, the provision that provides the greatest access to the disabled is to be applied when applicable. Relevant code sections and illustrations have been provided to assist in the corrective planning and reconstruction process.

It is recommended that a DSA Certified Access Specialist be involved during the planning, plan checking, permitting, and reconstruction process.

If you have any questions about any of the items needing corrective action, or would like clarification of any items noted, please feel free to contact me.

Michael D. Brinkman
DSA Certified Access Specialist - CASp # 071
CSG Consultants, Inc. (209) 862.9511

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 11 of 47 Requirements for State and Local Governments
State and local governments must ensure that services, programs and activities, when viewed in their entirety, are accessible to people with disabilities. This is part of public entities’ program accessibility obligations.

Alterations to older buildings may be needed to ensure program accessibility.

Generally, this is a greater obligation than “readily achievable barrier removal” the standard that applies to public accommodations. State and local governments are not required to take any action that would result in undue financial and administrative burdens. State and local governments’ ADA obligations for program accessibility are in the Department of Justice’s ADA Title II regulations 28 CFR Part 35.150.

Priorities for Accessibility
The checklist follows the four priorities that are listed in the Department of Justice ADA Title II regulations. These priorities are equally applicable to state and local government facilities.

Priority 1 - Accessible approach and entrance
Priority 2 - Access to goods and services
Priority 3 - Access to public toilet rooms
Priority 4 - Access to other items such as water fountains and public telephones, signs, and any additional parking areas.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 12 of 47 Evaluation Results
City Hall - 1 Plaza Circle
FINDING # 1 (Priority – 3)
The women’s restroom in the main lobby has the lavatory under-sink pipes exposed.

FINDING #2 (Priority – 1)
The off-street van accessible parking stall at the back of the building has a “TowAway” sign that has faded, and the Van Accessible sign is missing.

Code Reference Section:

CBC – 11B-606.5
ADAS – 606.5
Possible Solution:

Provide pipe insulation to protect
against contact.

Code Reference Section:

CBC – 11B – 502.8.2; 11B-502.6
ADAS – 502.8.2; 502.6
Possible Solution:

Provide new Tow-Away and
Van Accessible signage.

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Museum Building - 300 W Las Palmas Ave
FINDING #3
With the recent remodel project in 2019, an accessible ramp was provided to access the main entrance. There are several interior doorways that do not meet the current width of minimum 32 inches, however the historical code allows for smaller openings of 30 inches (CHC Chapter 8, section 8-603.3).

Public Works Corp Yard - 16215 Baldwin Rd

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 14 of 47 FINDING #4 (Priority – 2)
The front service counter has a height of 38 inches, if this counter is used for any public services, the height (or portion) must not be higher than 34 inches off the ground.

Hammon Senior Center - 1033 W Las Palmas Ave
Code Reference Section:

CBC – 11B-308.2.1; 904.4
ADAS – 308.2.1; 904.4
Possible Solution:

Provide a compliant portion of
each service counter or provide a
compliant check writing surface
per 11B-904.3.3

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 15 of 47 FINDING #5 (Priority – 3)
The main men’s and women’s restrooms have stall doors to the accessible toilet stalls that are not self-closing.

Hammon Senior Center
FINDING #6 (Priority – 3)
The main men’s restroom has the lavatory under-sink pipes exposed.

Code Reference Section:

CBC – 11B-604.8.1.2
ADAS – 604.8.1.2
Possible Solution:

Repair or replace existing selfclosing hinges on stall doors.

Code Reference Section:

CBC – 11B-606.5
ADAS – 606.5
Possible Solution:

Provide pipe insulation to
protect against contact.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 16 of 47 Aquatic Center - 1025 W Las Palmas Ave
FINDING #7 (Priority – 3)
The main men’s and Women’s restrooms have stall doors to the accessible toilet stalls that are not self-closing.

Code Reference Section:

CBC – 11B-604.8.1.2
ADAS – 604.8.1.2
Possible Solution:

Repair or replace existing selfclosing hinges on stall door.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 17 of 47 WQCF Admin Building - 14901 Poplar Ave
FINDING #8
With the recent new construction of the WQCF building completed in 2023, all current accessible features are present for not just the public areas, but the entire building is compliant.

Conclusion
This is the conclusion of my report; it is highly recommended that a Certified Access Specialist be involved with the planning, plan review and inspection of the future remodel to assure compliance with the current code requirements.

Helpful handouts that are attached to this report:
• California Accessibility Details by Builder’s Book, Inc. • ADA Update: A Primer for State and Local Governments
If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact me, Michael D. Brinkman
DSA Certified Access Specialist - CASp # 071
CSG Consultants, Inc. (209) 862.9511

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 18 of 47 CSG Consultants, Inc.
930 Fresno Street | Newman, CA 95360
Phone (209) 862-9511 • Fax (209) 862-1079 • www.csgengr.com Accessibility Evaluation Report
City of Patterson, CA
Report No.: 070124
Evaluation Address
Various city owned public parks.

Inspection Dates
July-August 2024

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 19 of 47 Date: August 19, 2024
Report #: 070124
Client: City of Patterson; 1 Plaza Circle Patterson, CA 95363 Contact Person: Tiffany Rodriguez, Capital Projects Manager Facility Address: Various city owned public parks listed in report.

This report covers the accessibility requirements to the existing conditions of several City owned parks including the accessible routes/ path of travel (POT) to access the parks amenities including any public restrooms, picnic areas, playgrounds, etc. At the request of the City of Patterson, they have retained my services as the Certified Access Specialist (CASp) of record for this project, my DSA Certified Access Specialist number is 071. The following inspection, comments, and determinations are my opinions as the CASp, and any errors and/or omissions are unintentional.

In July through August 2024, site accessibility reviews were performed at the various city owned parks listed in the provided “Mowing Contract Legend” dated June 2008.

The following observations are based on the requirements of the California Building Code (CBC) based on the year built and 2010 Standards of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA).

If you have any questions about any of the items needing corrective action, or would like clarification of any items noted, please feel free to contact me.

Michael D. Brinkman
DSA Certified Access Specialist - CASp # 071
CSG Consultants, Inc. (209) 862.9511

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 20 of 47 Requirements for State and LocalGovernments
State and local governments must ensure that services, programs and activities, when viewed in their entirety, are accessible to people with disabilities. This is part of public entities’ program accessibility obligations. Alterations to older buildings may be needed to ensure program accessibility. Generally, this is a greater obligation than “readily achievable barrier removal” the standard that applies to public accommodations. State and local governments are not required to take any action that would result in undue financial and administrative burdens. State and local governments’ ADA obligations for program accessibility are in the Department of Justice’s ADA Title II regulations 28 CFR Part 35.150.

Priorities for Accessibility
The checklist follows the four priorities that are listed in the Department of Justice ADA Title III regulations. These priorities are equally applicable to state and local government facilities.

Evaluation Results

1. The following parks numbered and listed below have been found that public accessibility would not be required due to the listed parks are only a storm water catch basin, or that they are just mow strips throughout the city and not intended or meets the definition of a public park.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 21 of 47 • Park No: 1
Park Name: Keystone Basin E and F
• Park No: 2
Park Name: Keystone Basin C
• Park No: 3
Park Name: Fire station 2
• Park No: 4
Park Name: Keystone Baldwin Easement
• Park No: 5
Park Name: Baldwin Median
• Park No: 15
Park Name: Sperry Easement
• Park No: 24
Park Name: Sperry Easement
• Park No: 26
Park Name: Sperry Easement
• Park No: 27
Park Name: Baldwin Easement
• Park No: 29
Park Name: Calvinson Easement
• Park No: 30
Park Name: American Eagle Easement and Amaryliss Park
• Park No: 36
Park Name: Ward Avenue Easement
• Park No: 37
Park Name: Sports complex Triangle

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 22 of 47 • Park No: 41
Park Name: City Park/Police station/Fire Department
• Park No: 45
Park Name: Walnut Square Easement
• Park No: 50
Park Name: Patterson estates Hartley Easement
• Park No: 51
Park Name: Mirragio Easement

2. The following parks listed below have been found that there were no accessible barriers found to access any of the park’s amenities:
• Park No: 6
Park Name: Sungiant Park
• Park No: 7
Park Name: Goldbar Park
• Park No: 8
Park Name: Ambercot Park
• Park No: 9
Park Name: Trigem Park
• Park No: 10
Park Name: Rosette Park
• Park No: 11
Park Name: Floragold Park
• Park No: 13
Park Name: Early Gold Park

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 23 of 47 • Park No: 14
Park Name: Aprigold Park
• Park No: 16
Park Name: Blenheim Park
• Park No: 18
Park Name: Autumn Royal Park
• Park No: 20
Park Name: Golden Amber Park
• Park No: 22
Park Name: Auroa Park
• Park No: 31
Park Name: Camas Lily Park
• Park No: 32
Park Name: Valley Lupine Park
• Park No: 35
Park Name: Blue Fiesta Park
• Park No: 40
Park Name: Del Puerto
• Park No: 42
Park Name: Center Building
• Park No: 46
Park Name: Noble Park
• Park No: 47
Park Name: El Pescadero Park
• Park No: 49
Park Name: Wilding Park

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• Park No: 52
Park Name: Senior Center

3. The following parks listed below have been found to have accessible barriers that need maintenance or repairs to bring the park or amenity up to current standards:

Park No: 12
Park Name: Castlebrite Park
Path of Travel: Compliant
Access to Playground: No
Comment: Excessive drop off at ramp to access playground. Provide additional bark or materials around ramp to provide a smooth transition to the playground.

Park No: 17
Park Name: Sunglow Park
Path of Travel: Compliant
Access to Playground: No
Comment: Excessive drop off at ramp and walkway around the playground (>4”). Provide additional bark or materials around ramp and playground to provide a smooth transition to the playground.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 25 of 47 Park No: 18 and 19
Park Name: Autumn Royal Park and Tilton Park
Path of Travel: Compliant
Access to Playground: Compliant
Comment: Excessive drop off (>4”) at walkway around playground. Provide additional bark or material inside playground to provide a drop less than 4 inches.

Park No: 21
Park Name: Newcastle Park
Path of Travel: Non-compliant - cross slope of the pathway at 6.5% exceeds the max 2%. Replace section of concrete walkway.

Access to Playground: Compliant

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 26 of 47 Park No: 23
Park Name: Sorensen Park
Path of Travel: Compliant
Access to Playground: No
Comment: Excessive drop off at ramp and walkway around the playground (>4”). Provide additional bark or materials around ramp and playground to provide a smooth transition to the playground.

Park No: 28
Park Name: Woodland Park
Path of Travel: Compliant
Access to Playground: No
Comment: Excessive drop off at ramp and walkway around the playground (>4”). Provide additional bark or materials around ramp and playground to provide a smooth transition to the playground.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 27 of 47 Park No: 33
Park Name: Meadow Rue Park
Path of Travel: Compliant
Access to Playground: No
Comment: Excessive drop off at ramp and walkway around the playground (>4”). Provide additional bark or materials around ramp and playground to provide a smooth transition to the playground.

Park No: 34
Park Name: Mustang Clover Park
Path of Travel: Compliant
Access to Playground: Partial
Comment: A ramp is not installed to access the swings. Excessive drop off at walkway around the playground (>4”). Provide additional bark or materials inside playground to provide a drop less than 4 inches.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 28 of 47 Park No: 38
Park Name: Sports Complex
Path of Travel: Compliant
Access to Playground: Compliant
Non-compliant findings:

1. Concrete uplift at concession
stand. It is also highly recommended
that a thorough review of all POT
concrete tripping hazards.

2. Ramps installed inside of
loading stall at accessible parking
stalls. The curb ramps for
accessible parking stalls cannot be
in the loading aisle for the stalls;
the aisle must be clear of any
obstructions or changes in level.

Curb ramps should be installed or
a complete redesign of the
accessible stalls for the parking
lot.

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3. Both men’s and women’s
restroom sinks exceed the
maximum 34 inches in height
from ground.

4. 18 inches minimum required from side wall at accessible sink.

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5. Accessories exceed 40 inch maximum height from ground.

6. Missing rear grab bar at Men’s accessible stall.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 31 of 47 Park No: 39
Park Name: Sunflower Park
Path of Travel: Not Accessible
Access to amenities: Not Accessible
Non-compliant findings:

1. Non-compliant ramp that leads to basketball courts.

2. Current bench does not
have an accessible path.

Provide additional
benches with an accessible
route or install an accessible
pathway to existing bench.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 32 of 47 Park No: 43
Park Name: South Park
Path of Travel: Compliant
Non-compliant findings:

1. Non-compliant signage at restroom
door.

2. The paper towel dispenser mounted
on door is a non-compliant projection, it must
be removed and/or mounted in the restroom
at a compliant height and location.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 33 of 47 Park No: 48
Park Name: Garza Park
Path of Travel: Partially non-compliant
Access to Playground: Compliant
Non-compliant findings:

1. The accessible parking stall near the restrooms does not allow for a path of travel (POT) to the playground equipment. The POT requires someone to travel in the parking lot behind parked cars, which is a violation.

It is my recommendation to provide an additional accessible parking stall at the playground equipment location. From that point, someone can use the existing walk path to the playground. That would eliminate the need to provide a POT from the existing accessible stall in the grass area in front of the parked vehicles.

Existing accessible stall near the restrooms. Existing walkway to the playground.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 34 of 47 Conclusion
This is the conclusion of my report; it is highly recommended that a Certified Access Specialist be involved with the planning, plan review and inspection of the future remodel to assure compliance with the current code requirements.

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact me, Michael D. Brinkman
DSA Certified Access Specialist - CASp # 071
CSG Consultants, Inc. (209) 862.9511

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CSG Consultants, Inc.
930 Fresno Street | Newman, CA 95360
Phone (209) 862-9511 • Fax (209) 862-1079 • www.csgengr.com Accessibility Evaluation Report
City of Patterson, CA
Tiffany Rodriguez, City Engineer
Report No.: 111725
Evaluation Address
Fire Stations #1 & #2
Inspection Date
November 17, 2025
Fire Station # 1
344 W. Las Palmas Ave.

Fire Station # 2
1950 Keystone Pacific Pkwy.

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City of Patterson – City Fire Stations ADA Evaluation Page 36 of 47 Date: November 17, 2025
Report #: 111725
Client: City of Patterson; 1 Plaza Circle Patterson, CA 95363 Contact Person: Tiffany Rodriguez, City Engineer
Facility Address: City of Patterson, CA, Fire Stations #1 & #2 Summary:

Tiffany Rodriguez, City Engineer with the City of Patterson asked me to perform accessibility inspections of both of the City's fire stations to evaluate and help identify any barriers that might exist which would be in violation of the California Building Code (CBC) Chapter 11B and the 2010 with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Standards.

This report covers the accessibility requirements to the existing fire stations #1 and #2 including the accessible routes/path of travel (POT) to access the public areas including the front main public entrances, any public restrooms, public conference or training rooms, etc. At the request of the City of Patterson, the City has retained my services as the Certified Access Specialist (CASp) of record for this project, my DSA Certified Access Specialist number is 0071. The following inspection, comments, and determinations are my opinions as the CASp, and any errors and/or omissions are unintentional.

On November 17, 2025, an onsite accessibility evaluation/inspection was performed at both fire stations listed above. Fire Station #1 is located in an existing building built pre-1990 with limited improvements over the years. Fire Station #2 was built approximately in the early 2000’s which would include the accessible provisions required at that time.

The following observations are based on the requirements of the California Building Code (CBC) based on the year built and 2010 Standards of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA).

Corrective measures undertaken must comply with all applicable state and federal requirements. Where conflicts between the CBC and the ADA occur, the provision that provides the greatest access to the disabled is to be applied when applicable.

If you have any questions about any of the items needing corrective action, or would like clarification of any items noted, please feel free to contact me.

Michael D. Brinkman
DSA Certified Access Specialist - CASp # 0071
CSG Consultants, Inc. (209) 862.9511

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City of Patterson – City Fire Stations ADA Evaluation Page 37 of 47 Requirements for State and LocalGovernments
State and local governments must ensure that services, programs and activities, when viewed in their entirety, are accessible to people with disabilities. This is part of public entities’ program accessibility obligations. Alterations to older buildings may be needed to ensure program accessibility. Generally, this is a greater obligation than “readily achievable barrier removal” the standard that applies to public accommodations. State and local governments are not required to take any action that would result in undue financial and administrative burdens. State and local governments’ ADA obligations for program accessibility are in the Department of Justice’s ADA Title II regulations 28 CFR Part 35.150.

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City of Patterson – City Fire Stations ADA Evaluation Page 38 of 47 Evaluation Results
Fire Station # 1
344 W. Las Palmas Ave.

Finding # 1
The steps at the front entrance require handrails on both sides of the stairs.

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The same steps at the front entrance require contrasting stripes on each step.

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City of Patterson – City Fire Stations ADA Evaluation Page 40 of 47 Finding # 3
The front entrance door requires a minimum of 18 inches of clearance on the interior pull side of the door.

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City of Patterson – City Fire Stations ADA Evaluation Page 41 of 47 Finding # 4
The front service counter does not have a section at a height of 34 inches, since this can be considered an existing counter build prior to 1990, a fold-down “check writing” shelf can be provided.

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City of Patterson – City Fire Stations ADA Evaluation Page 42 of 47 Finding # 5
If the restroom is used for public use, it must be made accessible. However, if there is no public restroom available, it should not be offered for use. The closest public restroom can be provided at City Hall.

Current configuration does not comply with all accessible requirements.

However, there are plenty of clearances in this restroom to make it compliant if desired. The lavatory would need to be replaced with a wall hung type, grab bars must be provided at the required heights and locations, accessory items (dispensers, mirror) must be lowered to a minimum 40 inches off the floor, etc.

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City of Patterson – City Fire Stations ADA Evaluation Page 43 of 47 Fire Station #2
1950 Keystone Pacific Pkwy.

There were no violations or barriers observed during my evaluation/inspection.

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City of Patterson – City Fire Stations ADA Evaluation Page 44 of 47 Conclusion
This is the conclusion of my report; it is highly recommended that a Certified Access Specialist be involved in the planning, review and inspection of the future remodel to assure compliance with the current code requirements.

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact me.

Michael D. Brinkman
DSA Certified Access Specialist - CASp # 071
CSG Consultants, Inc. (209) 862.9511

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Action Steps:

Public agencies that receive federal funds are obligated to comply with specific requirements such as the Rehabilitation Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act mandates that any entity that receives federal financial assistance must ensure that persons with disabilities are not discriminated against in any and all aspects of employment or denied access to the goods or services provided by these federal funds.

To address some of the identified gaps in communication, policies and limited awareness of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). The City of Patterson has taken the following actions and has implemented the below to improve accessibility and ensure adherence to the American with Disabilities Act Requirements:

TRAINING:

Three live ADA Training Webinar Sessions were held to train the City of Patterson’s staff, including Patterson’s Fire Department. The training sessions were held on the following days:

March 25, 2025
April 2, 2025
April 4, 2025
One recorded session was made available for those who could not attend any of the training listed above.

PROCEDURES:

Additionally, ADA Compliant Procedures and Policies were distributed to Department Directors and published on the City of Patterson’s website.

REAL-Time captioning (CART substitute) & Language Interpretation Services are available upon request.

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Interpretation Services
• On-Site Interpreting: Language Network provides qualified interpreters for in-person communication, facilitating real-time understanding during meetings and events.
• Over-the-Phone and Video Remote Interpreting: These services offer flexibility for remote communication, ensuring accessibility for individuals who cannot attend in person.
• American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting: For individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, ASL interpreters are available to ensure effective communication
Translation Services
• Document Translation: Critical documents can be translated into multiple languages, ensuring that individuals with LEP have access to important information.
• Website Localization: Websites can be adapted to meet the language needs of diverse audiences, enhancing accessibility and user experience. • Auxiliary Aids are made available upon request.

Public Outreach:

The public involvement process included gathering community input through surveys regarding programs and facilities. A public notice, inviting survey participation, was posted on the City’s website at http://www.pattersonca.gov from October 1, 2024, to October 30, 2024, and February 1, 2025, to February 28, 2025.

The Draft ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (Plan) was made available for public comment on the City’s website at http://www.pattersonca.gov from March 2, 2026 - March 31, 2026.

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City of Patterson –ADA Evaluation & Transition Plan Page 47 of 47 Notifications encouraging the public to provide feedback on the SelfEvaluation and Transition Plan were posted to the City's website and at the following locations:

City Hall, Building, Finance, and Public Works Department 1 Plaza, Patterson, CA 95363
City of Patterson, Recreation and Community Services Department 1033 W Las Palmas Ave, Patterson, CA 95363
City of Patterson, Corporation Yard
16215 Baldwin Rd., Patterson, CA 95363
City of Patterson, Water Quality Control Facility Administration Building 14901 Poplar Ave, Patterson, CA 95363
The Final Plan will be presented to the City Council for adoption on May 5, 2026.

In Summary
Title II of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified Individuals with disabilities from the participation in, or benefit from public services, programs, and activities.

The City of Patterson is committed to ensuring compliance with the Title II of the American with Disabilities Act and does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. The City will make reasonable modifications to policies, programs, and services to ensure that individuals with or without disabilities are not discriminated against and have equal access to all public programs and services.

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Appendices
Appendix A: Public Outreach Materials
Appendix B: Self-Evaluation Survey
Appendix C: Self-Evaluation Department Questionnaire
Appendix D: City of Patterson ADA Procedures
Appendix E: Active Transportation Plan (ADA sidewalks & ramps) Appendix F: ADA Title II premier
Appendix G: ADA Emergency Preparedness and Response Program

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Appendix A: Public Outreach Materials

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DATE: February 3, 2025
PUBLIC NOTICE: AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) SELF-EVALUATION

AND TRANSITION PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PATTERSON
Opportunity for Public Participation in City Survey
The City of Patterson is conducting a comprehensive Self-Evaluation to enhance accessibility in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Your input is crucial as we develop our ADA Transition Plan.

We welcome your feedback and invite you to participate in our survey. Surveys are available for employees, community members, organizations, businesses, and interested individuals.

Survey Details
Deadline for Surveys: Friday, February 28, 2025
Ways to Participate
Online: https://forms.office.com/r/EMwcDPGbN2
By Mail: To request a survey, please contact the Engineering Department at (209) 895- 8033. (BY REQUEST ONLY)
In Person: Visit City Hall to request a survey, Engineering Department, 1 Plaza Circle, 2nd Floor, Patterson, CA 95363.

Copies of the survey can be found on the city webpage at www.pattersonca.gov.

For questions, concerns, or alternative methods of materials and communication, please contact Gorete Hahn, ADA Support Representative, at (209) 895-8033 or [email protected].

Your insights will help us create a more inclusive Patterson.

Thank you for your participation!
City of Patterson
Appendix A - Public Outreach

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FECHA: 3 DE FEBRERO DE 2025
AVISO PÚBLICO: AUTOEVALUACIÓN Y PLAN DE TRANSICIÓN DE LA LEY DE

ESTADOUNIDENSES CON DISCAPACIDADES (ADA) PARA LA CIUDAD DE PATTERSON Oportunidad para participación pública en la encuesta de la ciudad La Ciudad de Patterson está llevando a cabo una autoevaluación integral para mejorar la accesibilidad de conformidad con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA). Su opinión es crucial a medida que desarrollamos nuestro Plan de Transición de la ADA.

Agradecemos sus comentarios y lo invitamos a participar en nuestra encuesta. Las encuestas están disponibles para empleados, miembros de la comunidad, organizaciones, empresas y personas interesadas.

Detalles de la encuesta
Fecha límite para las encuestas: viernes, 28 de febrero de 2025 Formas de participar
Enlinea: https://forms.office.com/r/EMwcDPGbN2
Por correo: Para solicitar una encuesta, comuníquese con el Departamento de Ingeniería al (209) 895-8033. (SOLO POR SOLICITUD)
En persona: Visite el Ayuntamiento para solicitar una encuesta, Departamento de Ingeniería, 1 Plaza Circle, 2nd Floor, Patterson, CA 95363.

Se pueden encontrar copias de la encuesta en la página web de la ciudad en www.pattersonca.gov.

Si tiene preguntas, inquietudes o métodos alternativos de materiales y comunicación, comuníquese con Gorete Hahn, Representante de Apoyo de la ADA, al (209) 895-8033 o [email protected].

Sus ideas nos ayudarán a crear un Patterson más inclusivo. ¡Gracias por tu participación!
Ciudad de Patterson

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Appendix B: Self-Evaluation Survey

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ADA SELF-EVALUATION AND TRANSITION PLAN SURVEY

CITY PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES

1. What is your relationship to the City of Patterson?
(visitor, employee, resident, community member, contractor, etc.).

2. Please list any programs, services, or activities where you have accessibility concerns. Describe the nature the concern(s).

3. Please list any specific buildings or facilities which you have accessibility concern(s). Describe the nature of the concern(s).

4. Please list any specific parks and restroom facilities which you have accessibility concerns. Describe the nature of the concern(s).

5. Please list any specific curb, sidewalk or crossing locations(s) where you have accessibility concerns. Describe the nature of the concern(s).

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6. Do you have any outstanding accessibility request? If so, have the concerns been addresses? Please explain.

7. What do you feel is the highest priority to improve accessibility? Please prioritize your list on a scale of 1 – 5 with 1 being the highest priority and 5 being the lowest.

8. Do you have any additional comments or concerns that you would like to share?
May we contact you if we have any additional questions? Yes ____ No ____ Name: __________________________________
Company (if applicable):
___________________________________
Phone: __________________________________
Email: ___________________________________
We value your input and appreciate your time! Please submit the survey by:

Friday, February 28, 2025.

Attention: Gorete Hahn
ADA Support Representative
Ph: (209) 895-8033
email: [email protected]
Address: 1 Plaza Circle, Patterson, CA 95382

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ENCUESTA DE AUTOEVALUACIÓN Y PLAN DE TRANSICIÓN DE LA ADA

PROGRAMAS E INSTALACIONES DE LA CIUDAD

1. ¿Cuál es su relación con la Ciudad de Patterson? (visitante, empleado, residente, miembro de la comunidad, contratista, etcétera).

2. Enumere todos los programas, servicios o actividades a los que tenga acceso preocupaciones. Describa la naturaleza de la(s) preocupación(es).

3. Enumere los edificios o instalaciones específicos a los que tenga acceso preocupación(es). Describa la naturaleza de la(s) preocupación(es).

4. Enumere los parques y baños específicos que tenga problemas de accesibilidad. Describa la naturaleza de la(s) preocupación(es).

5. Enumere cualquier lugar específico de acera, acera o cruce donde tienen problemas de accesibilidad. Describa la naturaleza de la(s) preocupación(es).

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6. ¿Tiene alguna solicitud de accesibilidad pendiente? Si es así, tenga las Preocupaciones. ¿Direcciones de estado? Por favor, explique.

7. ¿Cuál cree que es la mayor prioridad para mejorar la accesibilidad? Priorice su lista en una escala del 1 al 5, siendo 1 la prioridad más alta y 5 siendo el más bajo.

8. ¿Tiene algún comentario o inquietud adicional que le gustaría hacer? ¿Compartir?
¿Podemos ponernos en contacto con usted si tenemos alguna pregunta adicional? Sí ____ No ____
Nombre:__________________________________
Empresa (si corresponde):
___________________________________
Teléfono:__________________________________
Correo electrónico:___________________________
Valoramos su opinión y apreciamos su tiempo. Por favor, envíe la encuesta antes de viernes 28 de febrero de 2025.

Atención: Gorete Hahn
Representante de soporte de ADA
Tel: (209) 895-8033
Correo electrónico: [email protected]
Dirección: 1 Plaza Circle, Patterson, CA 95382

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Appendix C: Self-Evaluation Department
Questionnaires

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TITLE II ADA REQUIREMENTS
PUBLIC ENTITY: City of Patterson DATE:

DEPARTMENT: PHONE:

CONTACT PERSON: EMAIL:

YES/NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO In Progress
Fernando Ulloa
Located on the City's Website
Supported Assistive Technology on website
Title II requires that public entities undertake five administrative steps to promote implementation of the ADA.

2. Is public notice that the public entity does
of disability provided in print and audio formats? (Required no matter the number of employees.)
Methods may include the website, social media such as Twitter and Facebook, print notices at facilities and in local newspapers, program announcements, public service announcements on local radio and television stations.

QUESTIONS

3. Has a grievance procedure been adopted to resolve disability-related complaints? (Required if 50 or more employees.)

4. Has at least one employee been appointed to coordinate the public entity’s ADA obligations - ADA Coordinator? (Required if 50 or more employees.)

5. Has a transition plan been developed to address barriers in facilities that affect equal participation of people with disabilities in the public entity’s programs, activities and services?
(Required if 50 or more employees.)

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1. Has the self-evaluation been conducted?
(Required no matter number of employees)

COMMENTS NEXT STEPS
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TITLE II ADA REQUIREMENTS
PUBLIC ENTITY: City of Patterson DATE:

DEPARTMENT: PHONE:

CONTACT PERSON: EMAIL:

YES/NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
Auxiliary Aids and Services
Use the Comments column to indicate how aides and services are provided. For example: Arranged through State Commission for the Deaf, rented from XYZ Company, available from the County Disability Office. 1. Does
the public entity know how to provide the following for people who are deaf or hard of hearing: a. Sign
language, oral, and cued speech interpreters
Information on City Website

QUESTIONS

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION

COMMENTS
Title II requires that public entities undertake five administrative steps to promote implementation of the ADA.

Many people who are blind or have low vision, who are deaf or hard of hearing or who have other communication disabilities are prevented from participating fu in programs, activities and services because of communication issues. To address this Title II requires that communication with people with disabilities be “as effective” as communication with others. Often good communication practices will suffice, such as not turning away when speaking with a person who is hard hearing or taking the time to listen to a person who has a speech impairment. Other times a public entity needs to provide “auxiliary aids and services” to ensu that communication is effective.
b. Video remote interpreting (VRI) services Not available onsite but available on City website c. Computer-assisted real-time transcription (CART) services Not available onsite but available on City website
d. Assistive listening devices Not available onsite but available on City website e. Open and closed captioning of videos Available upon request Appendix C - Questionnaire
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YES
NO
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES/NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
f. Real time captioning of television programs Available upon request g. Other:

2. Does the public entity know how to provide documents in the following formats for people who are blind or visually impaired and others with print disabiliƟes: a.

Braille Not available onsite but available on City website b. Large print Available upon request
c. Audio recordings Not available onsite but available on City website d. Accessible electronic formats that that can be accessed by screen Not available onsite but available on City website e. Screen reader soŌware installed on a computer that is used by the public, for example in a library Not available onsite but available on City website f. MagnificaƟon soŌware installed on a computer that is used by the Not available onsite but available on City website g. OpƟcal readers Not available onsite but available on City website h. Other

POLICES AND PROCEDURES

3. Does the public entity have a policy or procedure to handle requests Available on City Website

7. Are employees and officials aware that it is inappropriate to request that family members and friends of people who are deaf serve as sign language interpreters, except in emergencies or if the individual wants the family member or friend to interpret and it’s appropriate to do so?

4. Are employees and officials aware of the public entity’s obligation to

5. Are employees and officials aware of the public entity’s obligation to provide auxiliary aids and services?

6. Does the public enƟty give primary consideraƟon to the person with a disability when determining what type of auxiliary aid or service to provide? Referenced on City Website
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YES
NA
NA
NO
NO
NA

10. Does the public entity have a policy or procedure for determining if an auxiliary aid or service would be an undue financial and administrative burden?
The decision of undue hardship must be made by the head of the public entity or his or her designee. There must be a written statement explaining the reasons for reaching that decision.

Decision made by ADA Coordinator

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

11. Do employees and officials know how to respond to telephone calls made through Video Relay Services and Telecommunication Relay Services so that the calls are responded to in the same manner as other telephone calls?

13. Do telephone emergency services, including 911, provide direct access to people who use TTYs and computer modems?

12. Where telephones are available to the public for making outgoing calls, such as in hospital waiting rooms, are TTYs available for people with hearing and speech disabilities? A TTY is an electronic device for text communication over a telephone line that is designed for use by people with hearing or speech disabilities

8. Are employees and officials aware that a companion of a program participant has a right to auxiliary aids and services if the companion has a communication disability and is an appropriate person with whom the public entity should or would communicate?
Example: A deaf family member of a hospital patient might need a sign language interpreter to communicate with the doctor.

9. Are captions and audio description provided on videos and television programs the public entity produces and videos on its website? Pg. 4 of 9

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WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY
PUBLIC ENTITY: City of Patterson DATE:

DEPARTMENT: PHONE:

CONTACT PERSON: EMAIL:

YES/NO NEXT STEPS
YES
YES
YES
NA
YES
YES 7. Is there a plan for making future web content accessible? Currently in progress Other

4. Has the website been tested for compliance with either of these standards?

5. If yes, have people with disabilities who use screen reading software and other assistive technology participated in the evaluation?

6. Is there a plan for making the existing web content accessible? Currently in progress

1. Is there a policy that the public entity’s webpages will be accessible, that is, in compliance with the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 or Section 508 Standards?

2. Are the staff and contractors who are responsible for webpage and content development aware of the policy?

3. Are the staff and contractors who are responsible for webpage and content development knowledgeable about these standards?

QUESTIONS COMMENTS
Title II requires that public entities undertake five administrative steps to promote implementation of the ADA.

Many people with disabilities use assistive technology such as screen readers, text enlargement software, and programs that enable people to control the computer with their voice, eyes or nose. Access problems occur when website designers assume that everyone sees and accesses a webpage in the same way. Accessible website design recognizes these differences and does not require people to see, hear, or use a standard mouse in order to access the information and services provided.

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TITLE II ADA REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL NONDISCRIMINATION
PUBLIC ENTITY: City of Patterson DATE:

DEPARTMENT: PHONE:

CONTACT PERSON: EMAIL:

YES/NO
YES
NO

3. If yes, are the exclusions or restrictions necessary to the operation of the program or to the safety of other participants? Please explain:

1. Do policies, practices and procedures provide an equal opportunity for people with disabilities to participate in services, programs and activities; that is, do policies not discriminate against people on the basis of disability? Examples: A school district requires that students with autism have a parent accompany them on school trips. This is a discriminatory practice.

A city has a policy that applicants for a hunting license have a valid, state-issued driver’s license. This is a discriminatory policy.

2. Are there circumstances in which the participation of a person with a disability would be excluded or restricted?
Title II requires that public entities undertake five administrative steps to promote implementation of the ADA.

Title II of the ADA requires that people with disabilities are assured an equal opportunity to participate in the services, programs and activities offered by public entities. This part of the Title II regulations covers a wide range of issues as you will see from the questions below.

QUESTIONS COMMENTS NEXT STEPS
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NO
YES/NO
YES
YES
NA
YES

8. Are there procedures to ensure that contractors provide the services, programs and activities in a nondiscriminatory manner consistent with the Title II requirements? If yes,
please describe:

Contractors must abide by same rules as City

6. Does the public entity notify each contractor of its responsibilities for providing contracted services in a nondiscriminatory manner?
If yes, please describe:

Partners must abide by same rules as City

7. Does the public entity require assurances from contractors of their fulfillment of Title II requirements?

CONTRACTING WITH EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS

5. Do all employees who contract with outside agencies, organizations or businesses know that the public entity’s ADA obligations apply whether the public entity provides the service, program or activity directly or contracts for it? Example: If a state department of emergency services funds a private organization to provide emergency shelters, the department maintains its ADA obligations to make sure people with disabilities receive the same services as people without disabilities.

4. Are there separate services, programs or activities for people with disabilities or a class of people with disabilities?
Examples: A municipal recreation department has a wheelchair basketball program.

A county museum has a tour for people who are blind with an opportunity to touch sculptures. These are not discriminatory.

If yes, please describe:

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YES
YES/NO
YES
NA
YES
YES
d. A person with a disability cannot be asked to remove his service animal from the premises unless: (1) the dog is out of control and the handler does not take effective action to control it or (2) the dog is not housebroken and, in these circumstances employees must offer the person with the disability the opportunity to obtain goods or services without the animal’s presence?
b. Only two questions may be asked: (1) Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability? and (2) What work or task has the dog been trained to perform?
c. The public entity may not ask about a person’s disability, require medical documentation, require a special identification card or training documentation for the dog, or ask that the dog demonstrate its ability to perform the work or task? SERVICE ANIMALS (Under Titles II and III only dogs can be service animals. Miniature horses can be service animals in some circumstances.)

10. Are employees and officials aware that:
a. The public entity must allow service animals to accompany people with disabilities in all areas where people without service animals are allowed to go?

9. Are employees and officials aware that the public entity is obligated to make a reasonable modification in policies, practices, or procedures if the modification is necessary for a person with a disability to participate? Example: No food or beverages are allowed to be consumed at a regional transit authority’s subway stations or in subway cars. In order to control blood sugar levels, a person with diabetes might need to drink juice. This would probably be a reasonable modification of a policy.

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TITLE II ADA REQUIREMENTS

PROGRAMS ACCESSIBILITY
PUBLIC ENTITY: City of Patterson DATE:

DEPARTMENT: PHONE:

CONTACT PERSON: EMAIL:

Title II requires that public entities undertake five administrative steps to promote implementation of the ADA.

YES/NO NONSTRUCTURAL SOLUTIONS
Other
List programs, activities and services that are in inaccessible facilities. For each indicate nonstructural and structural solutions. Structural solutions should then be included in the transition plan. Nonstructural solutions can be included in the action plan.

PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES and SERVICES STRUCTURAL SOLUTIONS
Public entities must ensure that people with disabilities are not excluded from programs, activities, and services because of inaccessible facilities. Each facility is not necessarily required to be accessible. A public entity's services, programs, or activities, when “viewed in their entirety,” must be accessible. This standard is known as "program accessibility" and is a key requirement under Title II. Structural changes are not required where there are other feasible solutions such as moving a class to an accessible location when a student with a disability needs to be in an accessible location or having a librarian retrieve books from an upper story. However, structural changes lead to increased integration and should be considered where feasible.

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City of Patterson
ADA Grievance Complaint Form
Complainant Name: ______________________________________________________________________________ Person Preparing Complaint (if different from Complainant):

Relationship to Complainant (if different from Complainant):

Street Address & Apt. No.:-----------------------City:---------- State: Zip:

Phone: E-mail:

Please provide a complete description of the specific complaint or grievance:

Please specify date(s), location(s), and time(s) of the related complaint or grievance:

Please state what you think should be done to resolve the complaint or grievance:

Iif you need additional space, please attach to the back of this form.

Signature : Date:

If you need special accommodations, please contact the Engineering Department at (209) 895-8033 with your request. Please submit your complaint to: City of Patterson, Engineering Department,1Plaza, Patterson, CA 95363.

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FINAL PLAN
April 2022

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CITY OF PATTERSON

ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN
Prepared For:

The City of Patterson
Prepared By:

TJKM Transportation Consultants
This document was funded through a Caltrans Active Transportation Program Grant.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The City of Patterson would like to express our gratitude to the residents, community leaders, community-based organizations, agencies, and other stakeholders who have helped shape this Plan. We appreciate your continued support and commitment to promoting Patterson as a healthy, safe, and vibrant community.

City Council
• Dennis McCord, Mayor
• Shivaugn Alves, Council Member
• Alfred Parham, Council Member
• Dominic Farinha, Council Member
• Cynthia Homen, Council Member
Citizens Advisory Committee
• Shivaugn Alves, Council Member District A
• Joshua Clayton, Chief of Police
• Jeffrey Menge, Assistant Superintendent, PUSD
• Lennox Harris, Bike Advocate/Enthusiast
City Staff
• Tiffany Rodriguez, Capital Projects Manager
• Fernando Ulloa, Director of Engineering, Building & Capital Projects • David James, Director of Community Development
• Juliene Flanders, Director of Recreation and Community Services • Gorete Hahn, Administrative Assistant II
TJKM Transportation Consultants
• Ruta Jariwala, Principal
• Dhawal Kataria, Assistant Transportation Planner
• Oliver Castillo, Assistant Transportation Engineer

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ENGINEER’S SEAL AND

STATEMENT
By signing and stamping this Active Transportation Plan, I am attesting to this report’s technical information and engineering data upon which local agency’s recommendations, conclusions and decisions are made.

Prepared by:

Ruta Jariwala, PE, TE
Professional Civil Engineer, No. C73840 Principal,
TJKM Transportation Consultants
__________________________________________________________________________ Date
April 21, 2022

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CONTENTS

1. Executive summary

2. Introduction
Why Active Transportation Plan? 2-2
Setting 2-2
Activity Generators 2-2 Patterson at a glance 2-6

3. Community Needs Assessment
Existing Conditions 3-2
Cycling Conditions 3-5 Walking Conditions 3-10 Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety 3-12 Patterson Mobility by Numbers 3-14
Community Engagement 3-15

4. Visioning
Vision 4-2
Goals and Objectives 4-2 Performance Measures 4-4

5. Project and Program Recommendation
Project Prioritization 5-2
Bicycle Projects and Recommendations 5-2
Pedestrian Projects and Recommendations 5-10
Supporting Infrastructure 5-14

6. Implementation
Potential Funding Sources 6-2
Maintenance 6-5

7. References
Appendix

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List of Figures
Figure 1: Regional Location 2-4
Figure 2: Activity Generators 2-5
Figure 3: Existing Street Network 3-3
Figure 4: Existing Public Transit Routes 3-4
Figure 5: Existing Bikeway Network 3-7
Figure 6: Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress 3-9
Figure 7: Pedestrian Gaps and Barriers 3-11
Figure 8: Pedestrian and Bicycle Collision Locations (2015-2019 3-13 Figure 9: Map Input 3-21
Figure 10: Proposed Bicycle Projects 5-3
Figure 11: Proposed Pedestrian Projects 5-11
List of Tables
Table 1: Local Bus Routes 3-2
Table 2: Level of Traffic Stress 3-8
Table 3: Community Workshop 1 Poll Results 3-22
Table 4: Community Workshop 2 Poll Results 3-22
Table 5: Performance Measures 4-4
Table 6: Project Prioritization Phase 5-2
Table 7: Proposed Bicycle Projects by Type of Facility 5-2 Table 8: Proposed Bicycle Projects 5-4
Table 9: Proposed Pedestrian Facility Type 5-10
Table 10: Proposed Pedestrian Projects 5-12

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 1 - 2 During this period of the global pandemic,
economic downturn, the front edge impacts
of climate change, a national social justice
movement, an ongoing housing crisis, and
concerns about affordability and accessibility,
a cycling boom has been underway across the
nation. This trend has resulted in the need for
the Cities to plan for bicycling and walking.

Apart from the health benefits, cycling also
helps in reducing the burden of household
transportation costs, allowing for more
sustainable land use patterns and focusing city
resources on more cost-effective infrastructure.

The Patterson Active Transportation Plan is
a planning effort to enhance non-motorized
forms of travel, promote walking and
bicycling, understand community needs,
propose improvements, and identify potential
implementation mechanisms. The Plan
complements other citywide and regional
plans such as the General Plan, 2010 and
the Transportation Infrastructure Master
Plan, 2020 as well as the Stanislaus Council
of Government (StanCOG) Non-Motorized
Transportation Master Plan, 2021.

The Plan began with a preliminary analysis of
existing conditions and field observations. It
was put on hold in the wake of the pandemic
and was resumed in March 2021.

The Active Transportation Plan is for everyone
who lives, works, or commutes through
Patterson. The City has a population of over
22,000 with 30 percent people under 18 years
A prioritization exercise was conducted
to create a guide for phased investments,
ordered by relative impact of each project.

Additional funding sources have been
identified as a part of this plan.

To make active transportation an integral part
of daily life for residents, the City of Patterson
and other agency partners should consider
organizing educational and promotional
events such as Open Streets and Scavenger
Hunts.

The Active Transportation Plan is a living
document and will be updated periodically as
needed.
of age, and 63 percent Hispanic and Latino
population. To address the needs of this large
and diverse group during the COVID-19
pandemic, the team was posed with a
challenge to rethink the entire public
engagement process. The study team devised
a variety of new and creative approaches
to achieve public engagement through
virtual platforms, such as a custom video
conferencing application and web-based
surveys.

After assessing the needs and concerns of
local residents through virtual outreach,
a community exercise was conducted to
formulate a cohesive vision statement for
Patterson.
“The City of Patterson
envisions creating a safe,
connected, vibrant, and
well-maintained walking
and bicycling network that
supports people of all ages
and abilities.”
To achieve this vision and address the needs
of the residents, the plan proposes 41 bicycle
projects worth $23 Million and 18 pedestrian
projects worth $26 Million. Additionally,
supporting infrastructure provisions have
been recommended throughout the City of
Patterson.

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2. INTRODUCTION

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 2 - 2 The City of Patterson street network was
modeled after Washington D.C., with streets
radiating outward from a central hub that
served as the center of commerce and local
government. The gridded street layout
supports bicycling and pedestrian activity.

The Active Transportation Beyond Urban
Centers report busts the myth that assumes
bicycling and walking are restricted to the
big cities. Many small towns and cities like
Patterson were developed prior to World War
II were originally designed with pedestrians
and bicyclists in mind (Rails-to-Trails
Conservancy, 2011). The City of Patterson has
developed this Plan to revitalize pedestrian
and bicycle facilities to benefit both residents
and visitors.

The recommendations in this Plan aim to:
• Identify pedestrian and bicycle network
deficiencies and develop implementable
improvements, with extensive input from
members of the community
• Enhance opportunities for walking,
bicycling, and other forms of nonmotorized transportation. • Develop a multimodal transportation
network that is safe and efficient for all
users

WHY ACTIVE
TRANSPORTATION PLAN?

SETTING

ACTIVITY GENERATORS
• Increase access to public transportation,
schools and recreational centers.
• Develop a non-motorized transportation
network that focuses on equity and
inclusivity to address Patterson’s unique
needs.
• Identify performance measures to
implement adopted goals and policies
relevant to bicycling and walking
• Identify short and long-term
improvements suitable for future funding
and grant applications
Known as the “Apricot Capital of the World”,
Patterson is located in the middle of Stanislaus
County within the San Joaquin Valley, roughly
17 miles southwest of Modesto. The I-5
freeway traverses through the west side of
the City and provides a major connection to
the San Francisco Bay Area. Patterson and
the surrounding regional setting are shown
in Figure 1. With an area of approximately 8
square miles and a population of 22,524, the
City of Patterson is among the fastest-growing
cities in Stanislaus County with an annual
average population growth rate of 3.4%.

Patterson celebrates its agricultural history
during the annual Apricot Festival in June.

Patterson provides ample recreational
opportunities for its residents due to the
proximity to Frank Raines Regional Park and
the San Joaquin River (Stanislaus County
The City of Patterson is a predominantly
residential community comprised of singlefamily homes. Most of the commercial and industrial land uses are located along Sperry
Avenue, Ward Avenue and State Route 33.

Figure 2 presents Activity Generators for
the City of Patterson. Activity generators are
defined as destinations that generates bicycle
and pedestrian activity such as schools and
retail centers.

Downtown Patterson
Recognized for its unique circle-and-spoke
pattern, Downtown Patterson is a hub for
community activities and social gatherings. It
attracts residents from all parts of Patterson to
a variety of restaurants, cafes, retail stores and
services. Recent infrastructural investments
and streetscape improvements have attracted
more residents to the Downtown.

Retail Stores and Major Employers
Beyond the Downtown core, additional
commercial vendors and retailers can be
found at the intersections of Sperry Avenue
and Ward Avenue, and along SR-33 from
Ward Avenue to city’s edge. Restaurants,
Environmental Resources, 2018). With
average daily temperatures above 85°F for
nearly half the year, walking and bicycling
can be challenging in the City of Patterson.

The presence of several creeks and canals
throughout the city provides the opportunity
for development of a walking trail network.

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 2 - 3 gas stations and hotels are located near the
interchange of Sperry Avenue and I-5 serving
north- and south-bound travelers. West of
Baldwin Road, the majority of the land uses are
light industrial, serving as distribution centers
for major companies such as Amazon, CVS
Pharmacy, Kohl’s, Grainger, and several hardware
distribution companies. The Amazon distribution
center and Patterson Unified School District serve
as the largest employers in Patterson.

Schools
The Active Transportation Program gives
special focus to children walking and bicycling
to school. The program awards additional
funding through Safe Routes to School (SRTS)
grants, which promotes walking and bicycling
to school through infrastructure improvements,
enforcement, tools, safety education, and
incentives. Patterson has 11 schools that are
attended by more than 6,000 students from
preschool to high school (Patterson Joint Unified
School District, 2021).

Parks and Recreation
There are 34 public parks and open spaces
located within the City of Patterson. 85 percent
of Patterson’s residents live within a 10-minute
walk of a park. With only two percent of the
City’s land dedicated for parks and recreation,
Patterson provides ample opportunities for the
development of the parks system (The Trust for
Public Land). The City of Patterson is currently
developing a Parks and Recreation Master Plan
that will provide a long-term vision for the City’s
park system and enable multi-year planning for
capital investments.

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22,524
Population

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7.8%
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3. COMMUNITY NEEDS

ASSESSMENT

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 2 An existing conditions assessment was
conducted for the City of Patterson that
compiled and organized information on
multi-modal travel volumes, collision data,
City development standards and regulations,
and relevant policy documents, reports
and studies. The Existing Conditions Report
completed in March 2021 is available in
Appendix A.

Street Network
Patterson’s street network consists of
approximately 83 linear miles of streets
including six miles of arterial streets, nine
miles of collector streets, and 68 miles of local
streets. A map of the existing street network
and street classifications in Patterson is
presented in Figure 3. The main thoroughfares
within Patterson are Sperry Avenue, Baldwin
Road, Ward Avenue, Las Palmas Avenue, and
Second Street (Highway 33).

Traffic Volumes and Capacities
The provision of excess motor vehicle lanes
and/ or excess street widths tends to result in
higher than desired motor vehicle speeds. A
general guideline for estimating the required
number of motor vehicle lanes is based on
daily traffic volumes. Each motor vehicle lane
on a city street can generally accommodate
up to about 10,000 daily vehicles trips (based
on peak-hour volumes representing 6 to 10
percent of daily volumes). Thus, a 2-lane
EXISTING CONDITIONS arterial or collector street can generally accommodate over 20,000 daily vehicles with
left-turn pockets.

Existing traffic volumes on Patterson’s 4-lane
arterial streets are well below capacity,
which provides an excellent opportunity
for reallocating portions of roadway space
to better accommodate pedestrians and
bicyclists:
• Sperry Avenue carries approximately
15,000 daily vehicles travel east of Baldwin
Road, and approximately 20,000 daily
vehicles west of Baldwin Road (both
segments well below the capacity.
• Second Street (Highway 33) carries
approximately 10,000 daily vehicles within
Patterson, also well below the capacity.

Stanislaus Regional
Transit (StaRT) Routes
Type Hours of
Operations
Days of Operation
Route 40 (Modesto, Grayson,
Westley, Patterson)
Local Route 5:15 a.m. and 9:12 p.m Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. and 6:52 p.m Saturday Only
Route 45E
(Patterson / Turlock)
Local Route 6:15 a.m. and 8:18 p.m Monday through Friday 7:15 a.m. and 6:08 p.m. Satuday Only
Route 45W (Gustine,
Newman, Crows Landing,
Patterson)
Local Route
5:37 a.m. and 9:21 p.m Monday through Friday
6:20 a.m. and 7:56 p.m. Saturday Only
Commuter Commuter Route 4:55 am and 6:15 pm Weekdays Only Transit Access
Stanislaus Regional Transit (StaRT) provides
public bus transit services throughout
Stanislaus County. Four different bus routes
run through Patterson, with three operating
Monday through Saturday and one route
running on weekdays as a Commuter service
between Turlock and the East Dublin/
Pleasanton BART Station. Figure 4 provides
a map of the transit routes and stops in
Patterson. Table 1 summarizes schedule and
type of services.

Table 1: Local Bus Routes
Source: Stanislaus Regional Transit

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 5 The City presently has 17 miles of bikeway
network with most of it being Class III Bicycle
Routes. Figure 5 provides a map of the
existing bikeway network. The existing bicycle
infrastructure is primarily located in residential
neighborhoods, connecting residents to
schools and recreational facilities.

Summary of Barriers to Cycling
Key barriers to cycling in Patterson under
existing conditions include:
• Lack of bicycle accommodations on Sperry
Avenue and Second Street (Highway 33)
limits access to commercial destinations
and job sites located adjacent to
Patterson’s key east-west and north-south
arterials.
• Gaps in existing bicycle lanes including
segments of Ward Avenue and Las Palmas
Avenue in the heart of Patterson, between
Second Street and El Circulo Avenue, and
between 9th Street and Ward Avenue.
• Narrow bike lane widths adjacent to
on-street parking on segments of Las
Palmas Avenue just west of El Circulo
Avenue. Adequate bike lane widths can be
provided by narrowing the width of the
adjacent motor vehicle lanes.
• No provisions for bicycle access to
commercial destinations and employment
locations west of Baldwin Road including
the West Patterson Park sites accessed
via Park Center Drive and Keystone Pacific
Parkway, as well as the commercial sites
bordering Rogers Road.

CYCLING CONDITIONS

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 6 Multi-Use Paths (Class I Bikeways) – a path physically separated from motor vehicle traffic by an open space or barrier, used by bicyclists, pedestrians, joggers, skaters, and other non-motorized travelers. Because the availability of uninterrupted rights-of-way is limited, this type of facility may be difficult to locate and expensive to build relative to other types of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, but inexpensive compared to new roadways. Prime locations for bike paths are areas such as power-line easements, utility easements, canal banks, river levees, drainage easements, railroad or highway rightsof-way, or regional community parks.

Bicycle Lanes (Class II Bikeways) – a travel lane on a roadway that has been set aside by striping and pavement markings for the preferential or exclusive use of bicyclists. Bicycle lanes are intended to promote an orderly flow of bicycle and motor vehicle traffic. This type of facility is established by using the appropriate striping, legends, and signs.

Bicycle Routes (Class III Bikeways) – bicycle routes designated by signage where bicyclists share travel lanes with motor vehicle traffic. Bicycle routes must be of benefit to the bicyclist and offer a higher degree of service than adjacent streets. Class III bikeways are often designated on low-volume local residential streets. Additionally, many cities have installed an enhanced type of Class III Bicycle Route, referred to as a “Bicycle Boulevard.” Bicycle Boulevards are generally installed on relatively lowvolume streets and often include elements to facilitate bicycle travel, such as reorienting stop signs to reduce delays to cyclists, and/or discouraging use by motorists making through trips, such as through the inclusion of traffic calming measures.

Separated Bikeway (Class IV Bikeways) – a Class IV Bikeway is for the exclusive use of bicycles and includes a separation between the bikeway and adjacent vehicle traffic. The physical separation may include flexible posts, grade separation, inflexible physical barriers or on-street parking. Separated bikeways generally operate in the same direction as vehicle traffic on the same side of the roadway.

However, two-way separation bikeways can also be used, usually in lower speed environments (35 miles per hour or less).

Types of Bicycle Facilities
There are four classifications of bikeway facilities in California as defined by the Department of Transportation (Caltrans).

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Ambercot
Park
Goldbar Park
Floragold Park
Felipe
Garza
Park
Meadow
Rue Park
TW Patterson
Sports Complex
Community
Complex
Apricot Valley
Elementary School
Creekside
Middle
School
Patterson
High
School
Northmead School
Walnut
Grove
School
Sacred Heart
Catholic School
Las Palmas
Elementary
School
Del Puerto High School
Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Figure 6: Existing & Currently Planned Bikeway Network
Amazon
West Patterson
Business Park
Date: 11/29/2021
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City Limits
Schools
Parks
Railroad
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Class II Bike Lane
Class III Bike Route
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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 8 Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress
The bicycle level of traffic stress analysis was
conducted to understand the amount of
discomfort experienced by the bicyclists due
to the presence of closely moving vehicles.

It was observed that the major roads such
as Sperry Avenue and North Second Street
have the highest level of traffic stress. High
volumes and prevailing speeds coupled with
narrow bike lanes and the presence of onstreet parking make bicycling uncomfortable along the roadway. The detailed bicycle level
of traffic stress analysis and methodology is
provided in Appendix 1 Existing Condition
Report. Figure 6 illustrates the bicycle LTS
patterns in Patterson.

Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress (LTS)
LTS is an evaluation that quantifies the amount of discomfort that people feel when bicycling near motor vehicle traffic. It assigns a numeric stress level to roadway segments, trails, and intersections based on attributes such as motor vehicle speed, volume, number of lanes, lane blockage, on-street parking, and ease of intersection crossing. The higher the Bicycle LTS, the higher the discomfort. The implication of higher LTS is the possibility of improving bicycle infrastructure to make such bicycle facilities safe and comfortable for all types of users. The four bicycle LTS ratings as generally perceived from the user perspective:
• LTS 1 Very low traffic stress: Most children feel comfortable bicycling. • LTS 2 Low traffic stress: The mainstream adult population feels comfortable bicycling. • LTS 3 Moderate traffic stress: Bicyclists who are considered “enthused and confident” but still prefer having their own dedicated space feel comfortable while bicycling. • LTS 4 High traffic stress: Only “strong and fearless” bicyclists feel comfortable while bicycling. These routes have high-speed limits, multiple travel lanes, limited or non-existent bicycle lanes and signage, and large distances to cross at an intersection. Table 2: Level of Traffic Stress Level of Traffic Stress Miles
LTS 1 49.8
LTS 2 22.9
LTS 3 4.3
LTS 4 4.9

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Park
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Sports
Complex
California Aqueduct Trail
Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Figure 7b: Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress
Amazon
West Patterson
Business Park
Delta Mendota Canal
California Aqueduct
Date: 11/29/2021
LEGEND
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City Limits
Schools
Parks
Waterbody
Railroad
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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 1 0 The majority of the roadways within Patterson
have continuous sidewalks which provide
access to parks, schools, and shopping
centers. Street curbs are the standard barrier
curb, which provides a barrier between the
roadway and sidewalk. The barrier curbs
prevent vehicles from mounting and possibly
encroaching onto the sidewalks. During the
existing conditions review, it was determined
that 8.27 linear miles length of the sidewalk
is missing along the roadway. Most of the
sidewalk gaps are located near the downtown
core of Patterson. Lack of sidewalks may force
pedestrians to walk on the roadway alongside
motor vehicles and create unsafe situations.

Providing ADA-compliant curb ramps at
intersections increases access for residents
with mobility issues and allows them to safely
reach local parks, schools, and businesses.

ADA-complaint curb ramps are currently
provided only intermittently throughout the
city, particularly in or near West Patterson
Business Park, Apricot Valley Elementary
School, the Walmart and Save Mart Shopping
Center, and the neighborhoods surrounding
the downtown core. Approximately 208
locations are identified as missing ADA ramps
and 991 existing curb ramps in the city are
missing the ADA-compliant truncated domes.

Figure 7 illustrates the sidewalk gap locations
and street corners lacking ADA-compliant curb
ramp gaps in the City of Patterson.

Summary of Barriers to Walking
Summary of key barriers to walking in
Patterson under existing conditions include:
• Gaps in the sidewalk network and street
corners that lack ADA-complaint curb
ramps
• Safety concerns may limit the frequency of
walking in Patterson since pedestrians are
disproportionately involved in collisions
resulting in serious injuries or fatalities
(See Appendix A for more information)
• Motor vehicle speeds greater than 35
mph on Sperry Avenue and Second
Street (Highway 33) which can create
uncomfortable conditions for pedestrians
and significantly increases stopping
distance
• Few signalized pedestrian crossings on
Second Street (Highway 33)
• Lack of “eyes on the street” on Sperry
Avenue between Baldwin Road and Las
Palmas Avenue (See Appendix A for more
information)
• Lengthy pedestrian crossing distances
across arterial streets such as Sperry
Avenue
• Very few intersections include corner
treatments reduce pedestrian crossing
distances at key intersections, such as
bulbouts, reduced curb radii and highvisibility crosswalks.

WALKING CONDITIONS

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Ambercot
Park
Goldbar Park
Floragold Park
Felipe
Garza
Park
Meadow
Rue Park
Community
Complex
Apricot Valley
Elementary School
Creekside
Middle
School Patterson
High School
Northmead
School
Walnut
Grove
School
Sacred Heart
Catholic
School
Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Figure 9: Pedestrian Gaps and Barriers
Amazon
West Patterson
Business Park
Date: 10/11/2021
LEGEND
City Limits
Schools
Parks
Railroad
! Missing ADA Ramps
!
Not Meeting
Standards
Sidewalk Gaps
Proposed Sidewalk 0 ½
Miles [
Figure 7: Pedestrian Gaps and Barriers

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 1 2 A data review was conducted for collisions
occurring within a five-year period from
January 1st, 2015 to December 31st , 2019.
131 motor vehicle collisions were reported
during the five-year period, including 11 that
resulted in severe injuries and six that resulted
in fatalities. Figure 7 shows the pedestrian and
bicycle collision locations within Patterson
from 2015-2019. Key findings are:
• Pedestrians are disproportionately
involved in collisions resulting in serious
injuries or fatalities. Although just 8% of
reported collisions involved a pedestrian,
pedestrians accounted for 43% of
collisions with serious injuries, and 67% of
fatalities during the five-year period from
2015 to 2019.
• Roughly half of the collisions involving
pedestrians occurred on Patterson’s two
major arterial streets, Sperry Road and
Second Street.
• Bicyclists were involved in 8% of reported
collisions during the five-year period
from 2015 to 2019. None of the reported
collisions involving bicyclists resulted in
serious injuries or fatalities.

PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE
SAFETY

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Amazon
West Patterson
Business Park
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LE GEND
Sphere of Influence
City Limits
Schools
Parks
Waterbody
Railroad
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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 1 4 Fatal
Severe Injury
Other Visible Injury
Complaint of Pain
17%
25%
33%
25%

PATTERSON MOBILITY BY NUMBERS
Arterial Streets
Collector Streets
Local Streets
8%
11%
81%

6.2 Miles
Arterial Streets

67.6 Miles
Local Streets
Collector Streets

9.4 Miles
83 Miles of Street Network
15%
Area within quarter mile
of Transit Stop
Bicycle Collisions Pedestrian Collisions
17 Miles of Bikeway Network

8.27 Miles of Sidewalk Gaps
208
Missing ADA Ramps
6%
41%
53%
Class I Bike Path
Class II Bike Lanes
Class III Bike Routes
Fatal
Severe Injury
Other Visible Injury
Complaint of Pain
86%
14%
Fatal
Severe Injury
Other Visible Injury
Complaint of Pain
86%
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Fatal
Severe Injury
Other Visible Injury
Complaint of Pain
86%
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Class I Bicycle Path
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Other Visible Injury Other Visible Injury
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Class II Bicycle Lanes
Class III Bicycle Routes

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 1 5 Community engagement plays an important
role in the successful development of an
active transportation plan. It helps in creating
more equitable, effective, and implementable
solutions. The community engagement
strategy consisted of survey and workshops to
provide ample opportunities to the residents
to share thier feedback.

Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC)
The CAC members were represented by
Patterson City Council Members, Patterson
Police Services, Patterson Joint Unified School
District, and Bicycling Advocate/Enthusiast.

The CAC members were responsible for
reviewing the Plan and providing feedback
on scope and deliverables. CAC members
responsibilities included providing assistance
with the articulation of study goals, providing
recommendations and key information, and
confirming support for the plan. Three CAC
meetings were held on April 1, 2021, June 28,
2021 and October 27, 2021.

Project Website
An interactive project website was created at
the beginning of the project (activepatterson.
com) to provide updates and information
about the plan. The website was intended to
engage the community and collect feedback
on the existing and proposed walking and
bicycling facilities. The information about
the website was publicized using the City of
Patterson website, social media channels, and
utility bills. It provided information on project
overview, upcoming events, project updates,
surveys, and documents. Local newspaper
Patterson Irrigator, along with the Patterson
Farmers Market social media pages also
helped in advertising the plan. Additionally,
email reminders (e-blasts) were provided to
website subscribers about upcoming events.

Interactive Map Input
In addition to hosting an online survey, the
project website also featured an interactive
map input application where residents could
mark a location or a segment within the City
to express location-based concerns. Residents
were provided with training on map navigation
at Community Workshop #1. A total of 10
comments were received, summarized in
Figure 9.

Needs Survey
An online survey was hosted on the website
from May 1st, 2021 to July 16th, 2021 which
collected feedback on issues and concerns
related to walking and bicycling. A total of 33
survey responses were received and the results
are summarized on pages from 3-16 to 3-20.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 1 6 Number of Responses
0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses
0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses 0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses 0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit Scho < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses
0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses 0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses 0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Everyday
5 days per week
3 - 4 days per week
1 - 2 days per week
I don't bike
4%
29%
54%
14%
Bicycle Survey
Other (please specify)
• I work in Patterson
• Inline skate
• Work from home
How often do you ride your bike?
For what activities and distances do you ride your bike? 5 10
15 20
25 30
I do not live,
work, and/or
go to school
in Patterson
Shopping Work School
and Errands
Number of Responses
Live
Do you live, work, and/or go to school in Patterson?
Number of Responses
30 25
20 15
10 Live Shopping
and Errands
Work School I do not live, work,
and/or go to
school in Patterson
5 Number of Responses
10 8
6 4
2 I Don’t Bike
< 1 mile
Health and Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping
Work Transit School
1-3 miles 3-5 miles 5-10 miles >10 miles
1 - 2 days per week
3-4 days per week
5 days per week
Everyday
Number of Responses
0 5
10 15
20 25
30 Public Transportation
(StaRT Bus)
Carpool
Motorcycle
Uber/lyft
Other (please specify)
Walking
Bicycle
Drive alone
How do you commute to work/school? 30
25 Number of Responses
Drive Alone
Bicycle
Walking
Other
Carpool
Motorcycle
Uber/Lyft
Public Transit
(StaRT bus)
20 15
10 5

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 1 7 Number of Responses 0 5
10 15
20 Fastest/Most
Direct Route
Other
(please specify)
Bicycle
Facilities
View/
Scenery
Calmest Streets/
Least Vehicle Traffic
Number of Responses
0 5 10 15 20
No concerns with the
current bicycle network
Poor Signage/Way-Finding
directing Bicyclists to Destinations
Bicycle Facilities not provided on
most direct route to my Destination
Other (please specify)
Insufficient Lighting
Lack of Bicycle Parking
Poor Pavement Conditions
Speeding vehicles
Lack of Connectivity (gaps in
bicycle facilitynetwork on your route)
Lack of bicycle lanes on Major Streets
Other (please specify)
• Casual/Backstreets.
• Get in some mileage on
rides
• Condition of roads
Other (please specify)
• Dogs unattended and chase you
• Bike lanes on Sperry, Rogers, Cliff Swallow making a loop around City • The puncture vine on Ward give me a flat tire nearly every time! • People parking in bike lanes. Unprotected bike lanes. • Wide sidewalks
• Wide sidewalks & bike path
• Safe bike lanes are hard to
find in Patterson
Which factor primarily dictates the route you
choose for your bike ride?
What do you consider the biggest problems/
concerns with Patterson’s bicycle network?
Number of Responses
Number of Responses
Lack of bicycle lanes on Major
Streets
Lack of Connectivity (gaps in
bikeway network)
Speeding Vehicles
Poor Pavement Conditions
Lack of Bicycle Parking
Insufficient Lighting
Other
Bicycle Facilities not provided on
most direct route to my destination
Poor Signage/ Wayfinding directing
bicyclists to destination
No concerns with the current
bicycle network
20 15
10 5 10 15 20
5 Calmest Street
/Least Vehicle
Traffic
View/
Scenery
Bicycle
Facilities
Other Fastest/
Most Direct
Route

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Other (please specify)
More Bike Parking
Slower Vehicle Traffic
More Enforcement
of Traffic Laws
Better Connections and Way‐
Finding on Residential Streets
Better Pavement Conditions
Improved Bicycle Access to
Major Stores and Retail Outlets
More Bike Facilities (Exclusive or
Shared Lanes, Sharrows, etc.)
Number of Responses 0
3 6
9 12
15 Fastest/Most View/Scenery
Direct Route
Other
(please specify)
Calmest Streets/
Least Vehicle Traffic
Sidewalks
Number of Responses 0
4 8
12 16
20 Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles What do you consider as potential solutions for the
above problems with Patterson’s bicycle network? For what activities and distances do you walk? Other (please specify)
• Crack down on loose unattended animals
• Routes to downtown
Other (please specify)
• Perceived safety
• Bike path
Pedestrian Survey
Which factor primarily dictates the route you
choose for your bike ride?
Number of Responses
0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses 0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses 0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit S < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses
0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses 0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Number of Responses 0 2
4 6
8 10
Health & Fitness Parks and Trails Shopping Work Transit School < 1 mile 1 - 3 miles 3 - 5 miles 5 - 10 miles > 10 miles Health and Fitness Sidewalks Calmest
Street/ Least
Vehicle Traffic
Other Fastest/
Most Direct
Route
View/
Scenery
Parks and Trails Shopping
Work Transit School
< 1 mile
20 15
16 12
12 9
3 6
8 4
1-3 miles 3-5 miles 5-10 miles >10 miles
Number of Responses
Number of Responses Number of Responses
More Bike Facilities (Exclusive or
Shared Lanes, Sharrows, etc.)
Improved Bicycle Access to
Major Stores and Retail Outlets
Better Pavement Conditions
Better Connections and
Wayfinding Signs
More Enforcement of
Traffic Laws
Slower Vehicle Traffic
More Bike Parking
Other
5 10 15 20

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 1 9 Number of Responses
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
I do not have time to walk
Long Wait for Walk Signal
I do not enjoy walking
Other (please specify)
Crime
Lack of sidewalks connectivity
I prefer to ride a bicycle
Missing/Inadequate Crosswalk Missing/
Inadequate Curb Ramps
I prefer to drive a car
Speeding Vehicles/Unsafe Driving
Lack of Interesting Destinations
within Walking
Number of Responses
0 3 6 9 12 15
Better Public Transit
Shorter Wait for Walk Signal
More Signalized Pedestrian Crossings
Shorter Pedestrian Crossings
Destinations Closer to Home
Maps/Signs for Pedestrians
Slower Vehicle Traffic
Enhanced Perception of Personal Safety
More Sidewalks
More Attractive Streets
Designated Walking Routes
If you do not walk often, please check the most
applicable reasoning.

What changes would encourage you to walk
more?
Other (please specify)
• Unattended dogs
• During summer, high outside temperatures during the day.

Number of Responses Number of Responses
1 Lack of Interesting
Destinations within Walking Designated Walking Routes
More Attractive Streets
More Sidewalks
Enhance Perception of
Personal Safety
Slower Vehicle Traffic
Maps/Signs for Pedestrians
Destinations Closer to Home
Shorter Pedestrian Crossing
More Signalized Crossing
Shorter wait for Walk Signals
Better Public Transit
Speeding Vehicles/
Unsafe Speed
Missing/Inadequate Crosswalk
Missing /Inadequate Curb Ramps
I prefer to ride a bicycle
Lack of Sidewalk connectivity
Crime
Other
I do not enjoy walking
Long wait for Walk Signal
I do not have time to walk
I prefer to drive a car
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 3 6 9 12 15

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 2 0 • Modesto has the Virginia Corridor and the
bike path along Scenic Ave/River. It would
be nice if Patterson had a 5 + mile paved
walking/ bike trail around Patterson.
• Establish multiple walk/bike paths with
unique views of city, nature or art only
accessible via pathways with a grand view
of interconnectivity.
• “Sadly, I had to sell my roller blades when I
moved to Patterson because they are simply
unusable on these neglected roads. Road
condition, connectivity (which includes
sidewalks being present and consistent),
and scenic routes are the biggest factors for
our family in walking/biking vs. driving.
• Inadequate curb ramps and uneven
sidewalks make even walking with a stroller
very challenging around town. “
• More paved bike lanes
• Trails with shade throughout our town
would be great
• My family walks and bike rides a lot. It is
so unsafe due to crazy drivers running stop
signs. They are also driving in bike lanes
and driving way to fast. I would love to see
more law enforcement on this situation.
• We need to fill the gaps in the sidewalk
infrastructure. I should be able to walk
from one part of town to the other without
having to walk in the street or walk around
power poles or trees in the middle of where
a sidewalk should be. Having a complete
sidewalk infrastructure is an important first
step in making a more walkable pedestrian
friendly community. Also, building or
renovating parks in the older parts of town.
• Designated bike/walking trails that are
safe. Having an obvious homeless problem
in this city makes it impossible to keep a
created space safe.
• More bicycle trails would be nice to see.
• There are already some good “trails” in
town like the creek path along American
Eagle. Signs designating distance i.e. mile
markers would be great. A map online
showing walking routes of 1,2,3 miles would
be helpful. Paths around existing parks like
the sports park.
• More walking trails that have shade,
drinking fountains, and benches.

Landscaping with some beautiful trees,
gardens, and safe street crossings would be
awesome.
• See Virginia trail in Modesto. Mile marker,
benches, workout activity within trail
• I’ve noticed a lot of people loitering and
littering on bike paths and sidewalks,
especially near people’s homes. A shrub
barrier or tree barrier between homes and
paths would be effective.
• The inconsistencies with connecting bike
lanes, and access to the crosswalk buttons
at intersections that don’t have traffic
sensors is a big problem for consistent and
safe cycling in Patterson.

Do you have any other comments or
suggestions about the walking, biking or
transit facilities?
Respondent’s Age
Respondent’s Gender
Respondent’s Council District
“
“
65+
55-64
45-54
35-44
25-34
18-24
Under 18
13%
13%
52%
4%
17%
Female
Male
Prefer to self-describe 64%
36%
D
C
B
A
38%
25%
31%
6%
65+
55-64
45-54
35-44
25-34
18-24
Under 18
13%
13%
52%
4%
17%
Female
Male
Prefer to self-describe 64%
36%
D
C
B
A
38%
25%
31%
6%
65+
55-64
45-54
35-44
25-34
18-24
Under 18
13%
13%
52%
4%
17%
Female
Male
Prefer to self-describe 64%
36%
D
C
B
A
38%
25%
31%
6%
65+
55-64
45-54
35-44
25-34
18-24
Under 18
Female
Male
Prefer to self-describe
A
B
C
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The new roundabout at Salado
and 7th street squeezes out the
bicycle lanes that were pre-existing.

There is no longer enough space
for both a bicycle and a vehicle
to share the street simultaneously.

And the extra curbing in the middle of the
cross street lanes makes for more dangerous
obstacles should a bicyclist need to avoid a car
hitting them. Very poor design and lack
of forethought on the part of engineers
and all who approved the project!
The change from cemented
sidewalks to gravel alley
is messy and difficult to
navigate with strollers
(change is height, stray gravel).

This asphalt sidewalk on Las Palmas does not
match up with the cemented intersection at all.

In general, there are many incomplete
and broken sidewalks downtown
It would be great (if present at all).
to see better
bicycle facilities
along this street.

It's hard to get
through, especially
on the south side.

No sidewalk
No sidewalks. There is a very
narrow, broken, portion of sidewalk
behind the school but it is not
complete or functional.

Sidewalk gap. This was
not included in the map
list of sidewalk gaps. No sidewalks.

Exceptionally
rough road.

No sidewalks,
extremely rough
road?even for cars.

This area needs to be connected
to the edge of city. Signs on roads
or designated alternate paths should
be created. The area is large and
needs pull out areas with simple shade,
water or trash. These areas should not
be large enough for motor vehicles
to park and proper signage should be
posted. Marketing campaigns can inform
public as a bike friendly destination.

Tilton Park
Ambercot
Park
Goldbar Park
Floragold
Park
TW Patterson
Sports
Complex
Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Map Inputs
Date: 7/21/2021

LE GEN D
City Limits
Schools
Parks
Waterbody
Railroad 0 ½
Miles [
XX Line Comment
XX Point Comment
Figure 9: Map Input

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 3 - 2 2 Community Workshop 1
The first community workshop for the Patterson
Active Transportation Plan was organized virtually
on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 using the Zoom
video-conferencing application. Workshop
event details were broadcasted using the City of
Patterson social media outlets, project website,
and e-mail blasts. The virtual workshop was
attended by three residents.

The purpose of Community Workshop #1 was
to introduce the plan and the scope to the
community, present existing conditions, and seek
input from the community members. The poll
results from the workshop are summarized in
Table 3.

Community Workshop 2
The second community workshop for the Plan was
organized virtually and took place on September
08, 2021. The workshop was attended by four
residents and the recording was made available
on the project website.

Community Workshop #2 provided an update
on the community engagement efforts. The
participants were asked to express their level of
overall satisfaction with the community survey
results. Common themes and focus areas were
identified based on the engagement efforts.

These themes assisted in the development of the
Plan’s Vision Statement.

The purpose of this workshop was to collect
feedback on the proposed improvements and
active transportation projects. The presentation
included the process of project identification and
methods for resolving inconsistencies between
various other plans. The presentation concluded
with the next steps for plan development.

Participants found the content helpful and were
satisfied with the City’s efforts on this Plan,
according to feedback received during the
workshop. The poll results from the workshop
are summarized in Table 4.

Table 3: Community Workshop 1 Poll Results
Table 4: Community Workshop 2 Poll Results
How did you hear about the
workshop?
Counts
City of Patterson Website 1
Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) 2
Utility Bill 0
Other (News, Friends or Neighbors) 0
How satisfied or dissatisfied are
you with the community survey
results?
Counts
Very satisfied 2
Somewhat satisfied 1
Neither satisfied or dissatisfied 0
Somewhat dissatisfied 0
Very dissatisfied 0
How satisfied or dissatisfied are
you with the vision statement?
Counts
Very satisfied 4
Somewhat satisfied 0
Neither satisfied or dissatisfied 0
Somewhat dissatisfied 0
Very dissatisfied 0
How helpful was the content
presented at the community
workshop?
Counts
Extremely helpful 4
Very helpful 0
Somewhat helpful 0
Not so helpful 0
Not at all helpful 0
In general, how easy/difficult do
you feel it is to bike in Patterson?
Counts
Very Easy 0
Somewhat Easy 1
Neutral 1
Somewhat Difficult 0
Very Difficult 0
In general, how easy/difficult do
you feel it is to walk in Patterson?
Counts
Very Easy 1
Somewhat Easy 1
Neutral 0
Somewhat Difficult 0
Very Difficult 0
Please select the three aspects of
walking and bicycling that you
think are most important for this
plan.

Counts
Access 1
Safety 2
Connectivity 1
Equity 1
Health 1
Environment 0

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4. VISIONING

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 4 - 2

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Goal 1: Promote Walking and Bicycling

1.1: Education: Provide an educational
program for local residents explaining the
benefits of active transportation.

1.2: Conduct group skills rides, walking and
bicycling audits, and other community events
to encourage walking and bicycling.

1.3 Provision of Active Transportation
Infrastructure: Identify and work to
implement a complete and convenient active
transportation network.

1.4: Conduct activities such as classroom/
physical education lessons, mock cities and
traffic gardens, bicycle rodeos, and field trips
to promote bicycling and walking among
students.

The City conducted a community visioning exercise to formulate a cohesive vision statement for Patterson. Residents and stakeholders were actively engaged in discussions related to the walking and bicycling in Patterson. The City of Patterson Active Transportation Plan is guided by the following vision:
“The City of Patterson envisions creating a safe, connected, vibrant, and well-maintained walking and bicycling network that supports people of all ages and abilities.”
VISION
Goal 2: Safety

2.1: Adopt a Vision Zero policy that eliminates
all pedestrian and bicycle collisions by 2040.

2.2: Adopt a Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP)
that focuses on the safety of pedestrians
and bicyclists by using effective safety
countermeasures.

2.3: Prioritize improvements that support
walking and bicycling to school.

2.4: Evaluate the bicycle and pedestrian safety
annually.

2.5: Promote safe roadway behavior through
roadway design, education, and enforcement.

Goal 3: Connectivity

3.1: Identify and fill existing gaps in the
walking and biking network.

3.2: Design active transportation projects that
are accessible and comfortable for people of
all ages and abilities.

3.3: Utilize state-of-the-practice and emerging
designs included in this plan as well as
national manuals such as the NACTO Urban
Bikeway Design Guide and AASHTO Guide
for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, 2nd
Edition.

Goal 4: Health

4.1: Promote an active lifestyle that includes
walking and biking.

4.2: Provide walking and bicycling facilities
that connect parks and schools.

4.3: Implement or support programs and
events, such as Bike or Walk to Work Month.

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 4 - 3 Goal 5: Equity

5.1: Encourage the provision of comfortable
walking, bicycling, and transit facilities in
disadvantaged communities.

5.2: Engage low-income communities and
underserved populations during all stages of
the planning and implementation process.

5.3: Consider walking and bicycling
infrastructure as a tool for community
revitalization and economic growth.

Goal 6: Accessibility

6.1: Develop a walking and bicycling network
that provides comfortable access to people of
all ages and abilities.

Goal 7: Environment

7.1: Implement a citywide vehicle miles
traveled (VMT) policy and Transportation
Demand Management (TDM) Program that
includes strategies such as bike share, transit
passes, and carpooling.

Goal 8: Implementation

8.1: Require developers to fund and install
pedestrian and bicycle facilities in the vicinity
of new developments.

8.2: Coordination with Other Agencies:

Collaborate with the Patterson Joint Unified
School District and Patterson Recreation and
Community Services Department to conduct
educational activities to teach students about
pedestrian and bicycle safety.

8.3: Work with the School District to actively
pursue Safe Routes to School (SRTS) grants to
fund programs that facilitate safe bike routes.

8.4: Pursue funding opportunities for the
design, development, and maintenance of
walking and biking projects and programs.

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 4 - 4 Pedestrian and bicycle projects and program recommendations were formulated specifically to meet the goals and objectives within the Plan, created through a process of extensive community outreach. Performance measures were developed for these projects and programs that will help City of Patterson staff to track progress over time. Future active transportation planning efforts can utilize these performance tracking metrics to identify potential priorities moving forward.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES
Table 5: Performance Measures
Goal Performance Measure Source of Information Baseline Current Performance Promote Walking and
Bicycling
Number of active transportation education and
promotional events conducted annually Patterson Healthy Walks 01 Safety Number of Pedestrian and Bicycle Collisions Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS, 2019)
Pedestrian - 03
Bicycle - 04
Connectivity Number of Active Transportation Projects completed annually City of Patterson 06
Health Walking and Bicycling mode share percentage American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates
Walked - 0.3%
Bicycled - 0.0%
Equity Number of bicycle and pedestrian projects
implemented in disadvantaged communities. City of Patterson 01 Accessibility

1. Miles of new bicycle facilities (multi-use paths,
side paths, separated bicycle lanes, or bicycle
boulevards)

2. Miles/number of new pedestrian facilities
(Sidewalks, walkways, curb ramps, crosswalks).

City of Patterson NA
Environment Evaluate reduction in VMT per capita To be calculated after adoption of VMT policy NA

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5. PROJECT AND PROGRAM

RECOMMENDATION

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 5 - 2 A list of bicycle and pedestrian projects and
programs have been developed based on the
community needs assessment, which will be
used to create a safe, connected, vibrant, and
well-maintained walking and bicycling network
that supports people of all ages and abilities.

A total of 41 bicycle and 18 pedestrian projects
are recommended for the City of Patterson.

PROJECT PRIORITIZATION
Considering the realities of finite financial
and staffing resources, it will likely be
necessary to implement projects gradually
over time. Prioritizing projects can help guide
investments toward projects that provide
the greatest benefits. In addition, a project’s
relative priority can be a factor in some grant
applications.

Project prioritization criteria were developed
based on Plan goals and objectives. The
prioritization criteria scores and weighting
system were devised to identify the projects
that best support the Plan’s vision. The
detailed project prioritization methodology
and supporting materials are provided in
Appendix 2.

Projects have been classified into near-term,
mid-term, and long-term phasing based on
the final priortization scores as shown in
Table 6.

BICYCLE PROJECTS AND

RECOMMENDATIONS
Figure 10 shows the location of all 41 proposed
bicycle projects. Project are classified by facility
type. Table 7 provides a summary of proposed
projects by type of facility. Out of the proposed
41 projects, 31 projects were referenced from
the Transportation Infrastructure Master Plan,
2020 and four projects from the StanCOG
Non-Motorized Transportation Master Plan,
2021. Six new projects were proposed as a
part of this plan. Table 8 summarizes the list of
recommended bicycle projects, including project
description, implementation phasing, and
planning level cost estimates.

Table 6: Project Prioritization Phase
Table 7: Proposed Bicycle Projects by Type of Facility
Implementation
Phase
Scoring Criteria Definition
Near Term Total Score < 75 Less than 5 years
Mid Term Total score between 75 and 90 Between 5 and 10 years Long Term Total Score > 90 More than 10 years
Facility Type Number of
Projects
Total (Miles) Within City Limits
(Miles)
Class I 7 10.5 4.3
Class II 25 11.2 11
Class III 6 5.7 3.7
Class 3.5 Bicycle Route
with Wide Shoulders
3 10.1 4.1
Grand Total 41 37 23

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Ambercot
Park
Goldbar Park
Floragold Park
Felipe
Garza
Park
TW Patterson
Sports
Complex
Community
Complex
Apricot Valley
Elementary School
Creekside
Middle
School Patterson
High
School
Northmead School
Walnut
Grove
School
Sacred Heart
Catholic School
Las Palmas
Elementary
School
Del Puerto High School
Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Figure X: Existing & Proposed Bikeway Network
Amazon
West Patterson
Business Park
Date: 11/29/2021

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Schools
Parks
Waterbody
Railroad
Existing Proposed
Class I Bike Path
Class II Bike Lane
Class III Bike Route
Class 3.5 Bicycle Route with Wide Shoulders
Class IV Separated Bikeway
To Las Palmas River Fishing Access
0 ½
Miles [
To Zacharias Rd
To Marshall Rd
Figure 10: Proposed Bicycle Projects

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 5 - 4 Id Roadway
Name Project Limits Description Source Facility Type
Length
(Miles)
Planning Level
Cost Estimate
1 Shearwater
Dr
American Eagle
Ave to Henley
Parkway
Bridging the gap between existing facilities at
Shearwater Dr; Crossing Improvements at American
Eagle Trail and Creekside Dr; ADA Ramps
TIMP 2020 Class II 0.21 $31,425
2 Henley Pkwy Cliff Swallow Dr to
Shearwater Dr
Extending the existing class II bike lane facilities on Henley Pkwy TIMP 2020 Class II 0.33 $54,945
3 Cliff Swallow
Dr
Baldwin Rd to
Skimmer Dr
Extending the existing class II bike lane facilities on Cliff Swallow Dr and connecting it to Baldwin Rd TIMP 2020 Class II 0.51 $77,425 4 9th St Las Palmas Ave to
Sperry Ave
Upgrade the existing Class III bike route to class II bike lanes. TIMP 2020 Class II 0.31 $66,800
5 Walnut
Ave/M St
N 1st St to SR 33
Extending the existing class II bike lanes on Walnut Ave.

Railroad crossing and N 2nd St crossing will have to be paid special attention.

New Class II 0.08 $97,625
6 N Hartley St Walnut Ave to E
Las Palmas Ave
Connecting two major routes (E Las Palmas Ave and
Walnut Ave). The project is also in the vicinity of Walnut Grove School and Felipe Garza Park.

TIMP 2020 Class II 0.72 $242,880
7 E St S 2nd St to 9th St Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.53 $125,565 8 L St N 2nd St to 7th St Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.39 $93,790 9 W Las Palmas
Ave
Ward Ave/
Mackihaffy to
Sperry Ave
Extending the services on the south of Sperry Avenue to Parks and Walmart. TIMP 2020 Class II 0.35 $236,810
10 W Las Palmas
Ave
Sperry Ave to N
9th St
2021 STANCOG NMTP: Identified as a top 25 route
in the County for Improvement. The project helps
in connecting neighborhoods in west Patterson to
downtown. The proposed recommendations for this
route would address barriers such as sidewalk gaps,
installing and upgrading curb ramps, and gaps in the
bicycle network.

NMTP 2021 Class II 0.52 $260,505
Table 7: Proposed Bicycle Projects

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 5 - 5 Id Roadway
Name Project Limits Description Source Facility Type
Length
(Miles)
Planning Level
Cost Estimate
11 W Las Palmas
Ave
N 7th St to S El
Circulo Ave
2021 STANCOG NMTP: Identified as a top 25 route in
the County for Improvement. The roadway is next to
Patterson High School, Veterans Memorial Park and SRT
bus stop. The proposed recommendations for this route
would address barriers such as sidewalk gaps, installing and upgrading curb ramps, and gaps in the bicycle
network.

NMTP 2021 Class II 0.19 $71,345
12 W Las Palmas
Ave
N 2nd St to
Weber Ave Filling the gap TIMP 2020 Class II 0.20 $208,585 13 Cliff Swallow
Trail
Cliff Swallow Dr to
N 1st St
Trail Connection TIMP 2020 Class I 0.72 $1,864,360
14 Canal Trail N 1st St to Main
Canal
This trail connection can be explored as an option.

Further research on right-of-way availability will be
undertaken during the planning stage.

New Class I 1.79 $1,983,145
15 Sperry Ave
Ward Ave to
Rogers Rd
Existing sidewalk on Sperry Avenue will be upgraded to a Class I trail at locations where there is adequate Right-ofWay (ROW) such as the segment between Ward Avenue and Baldwin Road. All other sections of the roadway will require additional study mostly due to ROW constraints.

New Class I 1.90 $247,900
16 Sperry Ave
Del Puerto Ave to
Ward Ave Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.51 $324,555 17 Sperry Ave
N 2nd St to Del
Puerto Ave Additional Study Required (Class II) TIMP 2020 Class II 0.47 $155,575 18 S Del Puerto
Ave
Plaza Cir to Poppy
Ave
Upgrade TIMP 2020; Provides connection to the
Downtown; Upgrading existing Class III bike routes to
Class II bike lanes
TIMP 2020 Class II 0.64 $271,800

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Name Project Limits Description Source Facility Type
Length
(Miles)
Planning Level
Cost Estimate
19 Ward Ave M St to to North
9th St
2021 STANCOG NMTP: Identified as a top 25 route in the
County for Improvement. The project is along Patterson
High School, Northmead School and Tilton Park.

Recommendations include sidewalk infill, curb ramp
improvements, high visibility crosswalks, advance stop
lines at crosswalks, and extending bike facilities.

NMTP 2021 Class I 0.24 $247,900
20 Ward Ave SR 33 to Barros St Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.75 $135,125 21 Poppy Ave
N 2nd St to Clover
Ave
Class II connection south TIMP 2020 Class II 0.85 $113,215 22 Main Canal
SR 33 to Las
Palmas River
Fishing Access
The Stanislaus County Parks and Recreational Master
Plan proposes improvements at this location along
with a walking path. The City could coordinate with the County Parks and Recreation Department to explore
opportunities for providing bicycle trail connections to this location.

New Class I 3.33 $3,465,815
23 Peregrine Dr
Flicker Ln to
Heartland Ranch
Ave
Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.41 $58,815 24 Pipit Dr
American Eagle
Ave to W Las
Palmas Ave
Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.32 $65,110 25 S El Circulo All Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.55 $239,315 26 Clover Ave Sperry Ave to
Bartch Ave Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.50 $1,270,210 27 N 2nd St
Bartch Ave to
Eucalyptus Ave/
Magnolia Ave
2021 STANCOG NMTP: Regional connector NMTP 2021
Class 3.5
Bicycle
Route
with Wide
Shoulders

3.73 $1,006,370

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Name Project Limits Description Source Facility Type
Length
(Miles)
Planning Level
Cost Estimate
28 Roadrunner
Dr
Cliff Swallow Dr to
Heartland Ranch
Ave
Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.60 $93,825 29 Baldwin Rd
Zachariad Rd to
Patterson City
Limit
Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class I 0.87 $910,665 30 Heartland
Ranch Ave
Pipit Dr to Ward
Ave Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.62 $181,545 31 Kestrel Dr
American Eagle
Ave to W Las
Palmas Ave
Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.42 $87,000 32 Eucalyptus
Ave
SR 33 to
Sycamore Ave TIMP 2020; Downgrade to Class III Share the road TIMP 2020 Class III 1.00 $4,000 33 Olive Ave SR 33 to Poplar
Ave TIMP 2020; Downgrade to Class III Share the road TIMP 2020 Class III 2.53 $8,335 34 Poplar Ave Olive Ave to Las
Palmas Ave TIMP 2020; Downgrade to Class III Share the road TIMP 2020 Class III 0.98 $3,915 35 Washburn St 1st to Weber Ave TIMP 2020; Downgrade to Class III Share the road TIMP 2020 Class III 0.12 $2,360 36 Weber Ave Washburn St to E
Las Palmas Ave TIMP 2020; Downgrade to Class III Share the road TIMP 2020 Class III 0.35 $3,840 37 Scarlett Ln Horizon Ln to
Daisy Dr Proposed Bike Facility in TIMP 2020 TIMP 2020 Class II 0.24 $65,550 38 Sycamore
Ave
Marshall Rd to
Walnut Ave TIMP 2020; Downgrade to Class 3.5 wide shoulders TIMP 2020 Class 3.5
Bicycle
Route
with Wide
Shoulders

5.05 $5,187,805

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Existing
Photosimulations
Proposed
Id Roadway
Name Project Limits Description Source Facility Type
Length
(Miles)
Planning Level
Cost Estimate
39 Bartch Ave Ward Ave to SR
33 TIMP 2020; Downgrade to Class 3.5 wide shoulders TIMP 2020 Class 3.5
Bicycle
Route
with Wide
Shoulders

1.28 $1,362,200
40 S Del Puerto
Ave
Poppy Ave to
Elfers Rd TIMP 2020; Downgrade to Class III Share the road TIMP 2020 Class III 0.75 $3,480 41 Unknown Ward Ave to Cliff
Swallow Dr Direct connection to High School; Paseo TIMP 2020 Class I 1.63 $1,694,645

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PEDESTRIAN PROJECTS

AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Figure 11 shows the locations of the 18
proposed pedestrian projects. Some of the
pedestrian projects are meant to be completed
in conjunction with bicycle facility projects or
other roadway projects. Pedestrian projects
are listed in Table 9 to ensure that they are
included during the roadway improvements.

Consequently, the implementation phases
listed below are for planning purposes only.

Table 9 provides a summary of proposed
projects by type of facility. Out of the 18
proposed projects, 4 projects were referenced
from the Transportation Infrastructure Master
Plan 2020. 12 new projects were proposed as
a part of the Plan. Table 10 summarizes the list
of recommended bicycle projects, along with
a description of each project, implementation
phasing information, and cost estimates.

Table 9: Proposed Pedestrian Facility Type
Facility Type Count
High Visibility School Crossing 4
High Visibility Crossing 1
New Signal 4
Stripped Crosswalk and Pedestrian
Activated Crosswalk Flashers
1 Sidewalk Gaps 8.27 Miles
Missing ADA Ramps 208
Upgrading ADA Ramps 991
Trail Crossing - subject to trail
approval
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Floragold Park
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Meadow
Rue Park
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Sports
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Community
Complex
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Elementary School
Creekside
Middle
School
Patterson
High
School
Northmead School
Walnut
Grove
School
Sacred Heart
Catholic School
Las Palmas
Elementary
School
Del Puerto High School
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West Patterson
Business Park
Date: 11/29/2021

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Parks
Waterbody
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Figure 11: Proposed Pedestrian Projects

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A C T I V E T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P L A N | 5 - 1 2 Id Project Name Location Description Source Implementation Phase
Planning
Level Cost
Estimate
1 High Visibility Crossing Las Palmas Ave near Meadow
Rue Park/Walmart High Visibility Crossing New Short-term $6,145 2 High Visibility School Crossing Henley Pkwy and Mendocino Creek Dr High Visibility School Crossing New Short-term $5,765 3 High Visibility School Crossing Shearwater Dr and Creekside Dr High Visibility School Crossing New Short-term $5,765 4 High Visibility School Crossing Shearwater Dr and Urban Green Trail Crossing High Visibility School Crossing New Short-term $5,860 5 High Visibility School Crossing W Las Palmas Ave and S 9th St High Visibility School Crossing New Short-term $13,230 6 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval At Cliff Swallow Dr (end) Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval New Long-Term $5,240 7 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval At Ward Ave near Rose Dr Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval New Long-Term $5,240 8 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval
At American Eagle Ave near
Red Robin Dr Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval New Long-Term $5,240 9 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval At N 2nd St near El Solyo Dr Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval New Long-Term $5,265 10 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval
At Las Palmas Ave near
Weber Ave Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval New Long-Term $5,375 11 Citywide Sidewalk Infill Throughout the City. Total =

8.27 Miles Citywide Sidewalk Infill New NA $12,977,645
12 Citywide ADA Ramps Addition Throughout the City. Missing ADA Ramps = 199
Citywide ADA Ramps Addition. Installing
and upgrading ADA ramps. Most
upgrades are related to missing DWS.

New NA $3,044,700
Not Meeting Standards = 947 Adding truncated domes New NA $5,795,640 Table 10: Proposed Pedestrian Projects

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Planning
Level Cost
Estimate
13 Signal Upgrade Sperry Avenue and 9th Street
The existing crosswalk at Sperry Ave/9th
St will be upgraded with mast arms,
pedestrian activated crosswalk flashers,
new paint striping, and ADA ramps
New Mid-term $1,107,760
14 Stripped Crosswalk and
Pedestrian Activated Crosswalk
Flashers
Ward Avenue and Mackilhaffy
Drive.

A new crosswalk will be constructed
on Ward Ave/Mackilhaffy Drive with
pedestrian activated crosswalk flashers
New Short-term $198,900
15 New Signal S 2nd St and Sperry Avenue
New Signal proposed in TIMP 2020.

Provision of pedestrian signal heads,
crosswalk striping, and installation of
ADA ramps could be included in this
project.

TIMP
2020
Mid-term $1,210,920
16 New Signal Ward Avenue and N Salado
Avenue
New Signal proposed in TIMP 2020.

Provision of pedestrian signal heads,
crosswalk striping, and installation of
ADA ramps could be included in this
project.

TIMP
2020
Mid-term $1,054,935
17 New Signal Rogers Road and Keystone
Pacific Pkwy
New Signal proposed in TIMP 2020.

Provision of pedestrian signal heads,
crosswalk striping, and installation of
ADA ramps could be included in this
project.

TIMP
2020
Mid-term $1,211,150
18 New Signal West Las Palmas Avenue and
Poplar Avenue
New Signal proposed in TIMP 2020.

Provision of pedestrian signal heads,
crosswalk striping, and installation of
ADA ramps could be included in this
project.

TIMP
2020
Mid-term $1,280,860

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SUPPORTING

INFRASTRUCTURE
Supporting facilities are are critical to attract
and retain active transportation users. The
following recommendations provide support
to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan:

Trailhead Locations: Trailheads are places
that serve as starting, ending, or interim points
along a trail which provides information and/
or additional facilities potentially, facilities to
the trail user. The level and type of facilities
at a trailhead shall be determined by the
current and anticipated amount of use, type
of use, and proximity to other trailheads
in the park. The siting process for new
trailheads should consider environmental
conditions near the the trail site to minimize
environmental degradation. The design of the
trailhead should reflect the desired trail class
experience, and cultural landscapes. (National
Park Service, 2012).

Trail Parking: An appropriate amount of
vehicle and bicycle parking should be provided
near trails. To encourage people to walk
and bike to the trail, the number of vehicle
parking spaces should be based upon the use
anticipated on an average weekend during
the peak season of use. Parking area designs
should follow the sustainable guidelines
provided by the National Park Service. Bicycle
parking should be provided at all designated
trailheads.

Benches: Benches should be located along
trails and at sidewalks at regular intervals
benefiting senior residents.

Education: Education activities teach
walking and bicycling safety skills
and promote the benefits of active
transportation. These activities can be
adapted for different ages, abilities,
settings and contexts.

Encouragement: Encouragement activities
generate excitement and enthusiasm for
walking and biking.

Enforcement: Enforcement activities aim
to deter unsafe behaviors and reinforce
safe behaviors.

Engineering: Engineering strategies
change the built environment to create
safer and more comfortable places to walk
and/or bicycle.

Evaluation: Evaluation activities measure
both program outputs (deliverables) and
program outcomes. Evaluation helps
address whether a program is doing what
it intended to do.

Equity: Equity in transportation invests
resources in disadvantaged communities
which are most dependent on active
transportation and transit.

For more information, visit Active Transportation Resource Center The 6 E’s of Active Transportation is
an effective strategy to further the goals
of the Active Transportation.

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facilities should be provided, if feasible, along
the trail at an adequate distance.

Wayfinding Signs: A wayfinding and signage
plan should be created by the City. A mobile
application can be developed to help trail
users navigate routes and locate facilities.

Bicycle Parking and Storage Facilities:

Ensure the availability of adequate bicycle
parking at public facilities, schools, commercial
areas, major transit stops, and other locations
according to current or future bicycle parking
demands.

Pedestrian Countdown Signals: Install
pedestrian countdown indicators at traffic
signals.

Tree Shades: Functional landscaping and tree
shades can lower the temperatures by 6-to-8
degrees.

The City of Patterson is also developing a Parks
and Recreation Master Plan that will provide
more details on the supporting infrastructure.

For more information, visit www.walkandrollstanislaus.com For more information, visit https://www.ci.patterson.ca.us/845/ Patterson-Healthy-Walks
Walk & Roll Stanislaus is a regional
bicyclist and pedestrian safety and
education campaign in Stanislaus County.

The Stanislaus Council of Governments
(StanCOG) is teaming up with community
leaders and advocates to improve road
safety, increase awareness of and empathy
toward active transportation users,
and boost walking and bicycling rates
throughout the county.

Patterson Healthy Walks is an event
organized by the Patterson Recreation and
Community Services department on the
third Saturday of every month. A different
location is selected for each event and the
registration is available onsite.

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6. IMPLEMENTATION

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strong and connected active transportation
network using a variety of implementation
strategies. The Plan will be built over a number
of years depending on funding and staffing
resources, focusing first on the near-term
projects that have the highest potential to
increase walking and biking. Throughout the
implementation process, staff will continue to
work with critical partners and the community
to gather input. Implementation of the
Plan will be incremental but is guided by
established policy to continue to prioritize
funding to support the City’s goals for
increasing bicycling and walking.

POTENTIAL FUNDING

SOURCES
To implement the bicycle and pedestrian
projects, the city will need to identify
additional funding sources beyond the
city’s general funds. Most funding for the
improvements recommended in this plan is
likely to come from federal, state, and regional
grant programs. These grant programs are
often competitive and will require the city
to compete against other municipalities
for funding. To help identify the eligible
competitive grants, common federal, state,
and regional grant funding programs have
been summarized below.

Federal Funding Sources
Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside
The Transportation Alternatives (TA) SetAside under the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act authorizes funding
for programs and projects defined as
transportation alternatives, including but
not limited to on- and off-road pedestrian
and bicycle facilities; infrastructure projects
for improving non-driver access to public
transportation and enhanced mobility;
recreational trail projects, and; safe routes to
school projects.

Matching Requirements: Federal share is
typically 88.5%; however, some safety projects
allow for 100% federal share. Local match is
about 11.5%.

Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality
(CMAQ)
The CMAQ Improvement Program funds
transportation projects to improve air quality
and reduce traffic congestion in areas that
do not meet air quality standards. The
program has been a key mechanism for
implementing non-motorized projects that
reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The CMAQ
program is administered jointly by the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) and the
Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Funds
are directed to transportation projects and
programs which contribute to the attainment
or maintenance of National Ambient Air
Quality Standards (NAAQS). Funds may be
used for transportation projects or programs
that are likely to contribute to the attainment
or maintenance of national ambient air
quality standard. Please see StanCOG’s current
transportation plan and Federal Transportation
Improvement Program (FTIP) for more details
(Stanislaus Council of Governments, 2021).

About $2.5 Billion was allocated to the CMAQ
program in 2020 under the federal Fixing
America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act.

It is important to note that CMAQ operates
on a reimbursement schedule; funds are not
distributed until work is completed.

Matching Requirements: Federal share is
typically 80%; however, some safety projects
allow for 100% federal share.

Highway Safety Improvement Program
The Highway Safety Improvement Program
(HSIP) funds projects that reduce collisions
and vehicular fatalities and improve
road safety. Applicable projects include
improvements for bicyclists and pedestrians,
safety education, training, and traffic calming.

Like CMAQ funds, HSIP funds are allocated
to every state to carry out approved projects
and programs. In California, HSIP is managed
by the Caltrans Division of Local Assistance.

In 2019, California programmed $14 million

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with more than $6.5 million directed to
the Pedestrian and Bicyclists improvement
category. The maximum reimbursement for a
single project is $10 million, and the minimum
is $100,000. Federal refund is typically 90%,
but in some scenarios can be the full project
cost. Applications for Cycle 10 were due in
Fall 2020, and the Cycle 11 call for projects is
anticipated in April of 2022.

Matching Requirements: Federal share is
typically 90%.

State Funding Sources
Active Transportation Program
In 2013, Governor Brown created the
Active Transportation Program (ATP), which
consolidated other existing federal and state
active transportation funding programs to
support infrastructure and non-infrastructure
projects. The purpose of the ATP is to increase
biking and walking trips, increase safety and
mobility for non-motorized users, enhance
air quality and public health, and ensure
disadvantaged communities fully share
the benefits of the program. Each year, the
program allocates 50% of its funds to projects
on a competitive basis, 40% to regional
agencies, and 10% specifically to rural areas.

Exact funding amounts fluctuate from cycle to
cycle. Roughly $440 million is expected to be
available for 2021 ATP Cycle 5. The minimum
award amount is $250,000; there is no
maximum award amount. This plan is funded
through an ATP grant.

Matching Requirements: The Commission does
not require a funding match for ATP.

Solutions for Congested Corridors Program
The purpose of the Solutions for Congested
Corridors Program (SCCP) is to reduce
congestion and expand transportation choices
for road users. In addition to mitigating
congestion, the program seeks to improve
safety, improve air quality, and generate
economic development and job creation
opportunities. Projects include improvements
to bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and
updates to local streets and roads. $494
million was allocated for fiscal year 2021-
2022 and 2022-2023, and seven projects
received funding throughout the state. For
more information about the program, visit
the California Transportation Commission’s
program site.

Matching Requirements: None; leveraged funds
are desirable.

Local Partnership Program
California Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) includes the
Local Partnership Program (LPP), which
is a funding source for local and regional
transportation agencies that have passed
a sales tax measure, developer fee, or
other transportation fee for the purpose of
improving transportation and mobility. $200
million of SB 1 funds are allocated to LLP
annually and provides funding opportunities
to improve active transportation, health, and
safety benefits, as well as other opportunities
related to aging infrastructure and road
conditions. The program is two-pronged; 40%
is through a statewide competitive process
and 60% is through a formulaic program. 2020
applications were due in June of 2020; new
funding cycles will be programmed every two
years.

Matching Requirements: 1-to-1 match for both
Formulaic and Competitive Program
Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot
Program
The Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot
sponsored by California Air Resources Board
(CARB) distributes cap-and-trade dollars (up
to $20 million) for shared mobility projects
including car share, bike share, and ondemand programs to disadvantaged, lowincome communities. Public agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations
are eligible. Each new mobility project can
receive up to $1,000,000; a project expanding
an existing mobility service can receive up
to $600,000, and community Transportation
Needs Assessment projects could receive up to
$50,000.

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details on CARB website (ww2.arb.ca.gov).

Office of Traffic Safety Grants
The California State Transportation Agency’s
Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) funds programs
that promote safe behaviors and the use of
roadways when walking or biking. Programs
target all age groups to raise awareness about
traffic rules, rights, and responsibilities for
all roadway users. Specifically, programs are
designed to teach safer driving, bicycling, and
walking behaviors to high-risk populations,
including youth and older community
members. Grants for FY 2022 opened in
December 2020 and were due by January 30,
2021.

Matching Requirements: No matching
requirement
Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants
Caltrans’ Sustainable Transportation Grants
provide funding to support regional
sustainable community strategies that can
help to achieve the State’s greenhouse gas
reduction targets of 40 and 80 percent below
1990 levels by 2030 and 2050, respectively.

The Sustainable Transportation Planning
Grant Program is composed of two broad
grant programs, within which there are
two award and eligibility categories:

Sustainable Communities Grants, and
Sustainable Partnerships Grants. The projects
recommended in this plan are likely to
be eligible for Sustainable Communities
Grants. The Sustainable Communities Grants
encourage local and regional planning that
furthers state goals, including, but not limited
to, the goals and best practices cited in the
Regional Transportation Plan Guidelines
adopted by the California Transportation
Commission.

Eligible projects include land use and
transportation planning documents, feasibility
studies for active transportation, complete
streets and safe routes to school plans, and
active transportation master plans. The latest
cycle of funding opened in December 2020
and applications were due in February 2021.

Matching Requirements: 11.47% for
Competitive, Formula, and SP – Transit; 20%
for Strategic Partnerships
Sustainable Transportation Equity Project
The Sustainable Transportation Equity Program
(STEP) is a new pilot in 2020. The intent is to
address community residents’ transportation
needs and increase access to key destinations
while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by
funding, clean transportation and supporting
projects. The pilot has two grant types:

Planning and Capacity Grants ($1.75M) and
Implementation Grants ($17.75M). Eligible
programs include establishing bike share
programs, implementing voucher programs,
and increasing access to transit. Funding for
the program is $19.5 million.

Matching Requirements: Applicants are
required to contribute a minimum of 20% of
the project cost.

Affordable Housing Sustainable
Communities
The Affordable Housing Sustainable
Communities (AHSC) Program gives grants
and loans to affordable housing developers
and transportation agencies to increase access
between housing, employment centers, and
essential services. Funded by auction proceeds
from California’s Cap-and-Trade emissions
reduction program, AHSC is administered by
the Strategic Growth Council and implemented
by the California Department of Housing and
Community Development. There are three
project types: Transit-Oriented Development
Project Areas, Integrated Connectivity Project
Areas, and Rural Innovation Project Areas.

Awarded projects have included improvements
to the pedestrian environment, amenities like
bus shelters and benches, and programs that
encourage public transit use.

The AHSC program has invested more than
$1 Billion in projects across the state, 70% of
which have been allocated to disadvantaged
communities. The maximum and minimum
awards across all project types are $30 million

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deadline for the most recent round of AHSC
(Round 6) funding was February 11, 2021. The
estimated available funding is $375 million.

Matching Requirements: Project must have
enough committed additional funding at time
of application to meet 90% of the following
formula: (AHSC funds requested + Enforceable
Funding Commitments (EFCs) – Deferred
Costs) / (Total Development Cost – Deferred
Costs).

Regional Funding Programs
Measure L
In 2016, Stanislaus County residents voted
to implement Measure L, a half-cent sales
tax to fund regional and local transportation
projects. The funds can be used for all project
phases, including planning, permitting, design,
and construction. Bicycle and pedestrian
improvements account for 5% of Measure
L revenues, which are projected to result in
approximately $48 million in project funding
over the measure’s 25-year life. Since the
program was enacted, funds have been utilized
to support the installation of Class I and Class
II bike lanes and the introduction of safety
elements such as flashing beacons and highvisibility crosswalks. StanCOG, as the Local Transportation Authority (LTA), is responsible
for the administration of the Measure L.

Local Funding Programs
Local revenue sources to fund active
transportation programs include development
impact fees, the state gas tax, transit
fares, and local transportation funds.

Development impact fees collect funds
from new developments to offset their
construction impact. Fees are requested by
the local government agency. Fees are often
utilized towards improvement of bicycle
and pedestrian facilities, lighting and street
safety elements, and educational programs
for residents, employees, and community
members.

There are various other funding sources
available in addition to those listed above,
such as private/ foundation/ nonprofit funding
opportunities. Nationally, organizations such
as the American Association of Retired Persons
(AARP), Safe Routes National Partnership, and
America Walks have small grant programs
supporting active transportation. Within
California, organizations such as the California
Endowment and the California Wellness
Foundation have grant programs that focus on
community health.

MAINTENANCE
The City of Patterson maintains its street
infrastructure in an effort to keep bicycle
and pedestrian facilities comfortable and
free of hazards. This includes making sure
traffic control devices, streetlights, signs, and
pavement surfaces are in good working order.

Facilities with cracked pavement, vegetation,
broken glass and other debris are a hazard
and a barrier to walking and biking. The City
will develop a plan to ensure the proactive
maintenance of bicycle and pedestrian
facilities.

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7. REFERENCES
• Advanced Mobility Group. (2020). Transportation Infrastructure Master Plan. Patterson: City of Patterson. • City of Patterson. (2010). General Plan. Patterson: City of Patterson. • National Park Service. (2012). Cuyahoga Valley National Park: Sustainable Trail Guidelines. • Patterson Joint Unified School District. (2021). Annual Report to our Community. Patterson. Retrieved from https://www.patterson.k12.ca.us/ • Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. (2011). Active Transportation Beyond Urban Centers. Retrieved from https://www.railstotrails.org/resource-library/resources/ active-transportation-beyond-urban-centers-report/
• Rodriguez, D. A., Fang, K., & Harvey, C. (2019). Evaluating Alternative Measures of Bicycling Level of Traffic Stress Using Crowdsourced Route Satisfaction Data. San Jose: Mineta Transportation Institute. Retrieved from https://transweb.sjsu.edu/sites/default/files/1711-Bicycle-Level-of-Stress-CrowdsourcedRoute-Satisfaction.pdf • Stanislaus Council of Governments . (2021). Non-Motorized Transportation Master Plan. Modesto: StanCOG. • Stanislaus Council of Governments. (2021). Active Transportation Toolkit. Modesto: StanCOG. Retrieved from http://www.stancog.org/bike-ped.shtm • Stanislaus County Environmental Resources. (2018). Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Modesto. Retrieved from http://www. stancounty.com/parks/executive-summary.shtm
• The Trust for Public Land. (n.d.). City’s ParkScore® ranking. Retrieved October 06, 2021, from The Trust for Public Land: https://www.tpl.org/city/ patterson-california

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PROJECT PRIORTIZATION
Priority Measure Description Weightage Score Criteria
1 Safety1
Potential for reducing the number and/or rate of
pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities and Injuries. Scoring is based on the proximity to existing collisions. See
map A-1.
3 1
5 10
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
2 Connectivity
The project closes a gap, provides connections to,
or addresses a deficiency in an active transportation
network or meets an important community need.
3 1
5 10
New facility along the corridor/Upgrading
the facility;
New facility near existing built
environment;
Filling the gap along existing facility
3 Ease of
Implementation
The project is relatively easy to implement (limited
acquisitions and low cost). 2
1 5
10 More than $1,000,000
Between $100,000 to $1,000,000
Less than $100,000
4 Equity The project serves disadvantaged residents. See map A-2. 2
1 5
10 CalEnviroScreen 3.0 Percentile <80%
Between 80% and 85%
> 85%
5 Health Proximity to parks and schools. See Map A-3. 2 1 5
10 Zone 1: 100 feet from School or Park
Zone 2: 500 feet from School or Park
Zone 3: Above 500 feet
6 Environment
The project reduces VMT and greenhouse gas
emissions. It is anticipated that providing facilities
along major corridors will result in significant mode
shift.
1 1
5 10
Local Streets
Collector
Arterial
7 Access The project is in proximity to transit station or service.

See map A-4. 1
1 5
10 Zone 1: 0.25 mile from transit stop
Zone 2: 0.5 mile from transit stop
Zone 3: Above 0.5 mile
1 If the project is in two zones, we select the zone with the higher score. 2 More information about CalEnviroScreen 3.0 can be found here: https://oehha.ca.gov/calenviroscreen/report/calenviroscreen-30 Table A-1: Project Priortization Methodolgy
Project priortization methodology was developed based on the priortization criteria identified during community engagement. The project priortization methodology has been summarized in Table A-1. Final scores for bicycle and pedestrian projects are tabulated in Table A-2 and Table A-3 respectively.

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Ambercot
Park
Goldbar Park
Floragold Park
Felipe
Garza
Park
Meadow
Rue Park
TW Patterson
Sports
Complex
Apricot Valley
Elementary School
Creekside
Middle
School
Patterson
High
School
Northmead
School
Walnut
Grove
School
Sacred Heart
Catholic School
Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Priortization 1: Safety
Amazon
West Patterson
Business Park
Date: 9/28/2021

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City Limits
Schools
Parks
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Zone 3
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To Zacharias Rd
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Complex
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Complex
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Creekside
Middle
School
Patterson
High
School
Northmead School
Walnut
Grove
School
Sacred Heart
Catholic School
Las Palmas
Elementary
School
Del Puerto High School
Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Priortization 4: Equity
Amazon
West Patterson
Business Park
Date: 11/29/2021

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City Limits
Schools
Parks
Waterbody
Railroad
CalEnviroScreen 3.0 Percentile
Less than 80% (1)
Between 80% and 85% (5)
Greater than 85% (10)
0 ½
Miles [
To Las Palmas River Fishing Access
To Zacharias Rd
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Middle
School
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High
School
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Walnut
Grove
School
Sacred Heart
Catholic School
Las Palmas
Elementary
School
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Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Priortization 5: Health
Amazon
West Patterson
Business Park
Date: 11/29/2021

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Zone 2
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Middle
School
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High
School
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Walnut
Grove
School
Sacred Heart
Catholic School
Las Palmas
Elementary
School
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Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Priortization 7: Access
Amazon
West Patterson
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Table A-2: Bicycle Projects Priortization Scoring
Id Roadway Name Limits Term
Total
Score
Safety
(x3)
Connectivity
(x3)
Ease of
Implementation
(x2)
Equity
(x2)
Health
(x2)
Environment Access
12 W Las Palmas Ave N 2nd St to Weber Ave Near-Term 120 30 30 10 10 20 10 10 1 Shearwater Dr American Eagle Ave to
Henley Parkway Near-Term 108 30 30 20 2 20 5 1
5 Walnut Ave/M St N 1st St to SR 33 Near-Term 98 30 30 20 10 2 5 1 11 W Las Palmas Ave N 7th St to S El Circulo
Ave Near-Term 98 30 30 20 2 10 1 5
20 Ward Ave M St to to North 9th St Near-Term 98 30 30 10 2 20 5 1 2 Henley Pkwy Cliff Swallow Dr to
Shearwater Dr Near-Term 94 30 30 20 2 10 1 1
3 Cliff Swallow Dr Baldwin Rd to Skimmer
Dr Near-Term 94 30 30 20 2 10 1 1
4 9th St Las Palmas Ave to Sperry
Ave Near-Term 92 30 15 20 2 10 5 10
9 W Las Palmas Ave Ward Ave/Mackihaffy to
Sperry Ave Mid-Term 88 30 15 10 2 20 1 10
31 Heartland Ranch
Ave Pipit Dr to Ward Ave Mid-Term 83 30 15 10 2 20 1 5
10 W Las Palmas Ave Sperry Ave to N 9th St Mid-Term 82 30 15 10 2 10 5 10 17 Sperry Ave N 2nd St to Del Puerto
Ave Mid-Term 82 30 15 10 2 10 10 5
25 Pipit Dr American Eagle Ave to W
Las Palmas Ave Mid-Term 80 30 15 20 2 2 1 10
8 L St N 2nd St to 7th St Mid-Term 79 30 15 20 2 10 1 1 16 Sperry Ave Del Puerto Ave to Ward
Ave Mid-Term 79 30 15 10 2 2 10 10
29 Roadrunner Dr Cliff Swallow Dr to
Heartland Ranch Ave Mid-Term 79 30 15 20 2 10 1 1
15 Sperry Ave Ward Ave to Rogers Rd Mid-Term 78 30 15 10 2 10 10 1 6 N Hartley St Walnut Ave to E Las
Palmas Ave Mid-Term 77 30 15 10 10 10 1 1
24 Peregrine Dr Flicker Ln to Heartland
Ranch Ave Mid-Term 77 30 3 20 2 20 1 1
38 Scarlett Ln Horizon Ln to Daisy Dr Mid-Term 77 30 3 20 2 20 1 1

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28 N 2nd St Bartch Ave to Eucalyptus
Ave/Magnolia Ave Mid-Term 76 30 3 2 20 10 10 1
32 Kestrel Dr American Eagle Ave to W
Las Palmas Ave Mid-Term 75 30 15 20 2 2 1 5
26 S El Circulo All Long-Term 74 30 15 10 2 2 5 10
36 Washburn St 1st to Weber Ave Long-Term 71 30 3 20 10 2 1 5 37 Weber Ave Washburn St to E Las
Palmas Ave Long-Term 71 30 3 20 10 2 1 5
7 E St S 2nd St to 9th St Long-Term 70 30 15 10 2 2 1 10 18 S Del Puerto Ave Plaza Cir to Poppy Ave Long-Term 70 30 15 10 2 2 1 10 19 Ward Ave North 9th St to Sperry
Ave Long-Term 70 30 3 10 2 10 5 10
41 S Del Puerto Ave Poppy Ave to Elfers Rd Long-Term 59 30 3 20 2 2 1 1 14 Canal Trail N 1st St to Main Canal Long-Term 58 30 3 2 10 2 1 10 22 Poppy Ave N 2nd St to Clover Ave Long-Term 53 30 3 10 2 2 1 5 27 Clover Ave Sperry Ave to Bartch Ave Long-Term 53 30 3 10 2 2 1 5 21 Ward Ave SR 33 to Barros St Long-Term 50 15 15 10 2 2 5 1 33 Eucalyptus Ave SR 33 to Sycamore Ave Long-Term 50 3 3 20 20 2 1 1 34 Olive Ave SR 33 to Poplar Ave Long-Term 50 3 3 20 20 2 1 1 35 Poplar Ave Olive Ave to Las Palmas
Ave Long-Term 50 3 3 20 20 2 1 1
13 Cliff Swallow Trail Cliff Swallow Dr to N
1st St Long-Term 49 30 3 2 2 10 1 1
40 Bartch Ave Ward Ave to SR 33 Long-Term 41 30 3 2 2 2 1 1 42 Unknown Ward Ave to Cliff
Swallow Dr Long-Term 41 30 3 2 2 2 1 1
30 Baldwin Rd Zachariad Rd to
Patterson City Limit Long-Term 40 3 3 10 20 2 1 1
39 Sycamore Ave Marshall Rd to Walnut
Ave Long-Term 32 3 3 2 20 2 1 1
23 Main Canal Trail SR 33 to Las Palmas
River Fishing Access Long-Term 22 3 3 2 10 2 1 1

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Table A-3: Pedestrian Projects Priortization Scoring
ID Project Name Location Description Term
1 High Visibility Crossing Las Palmas Ave near Meadow
Rue Park/Walmart High Visibility Crossing Near-Term
2 High Visibility School Crossing Henley Pkwy and Mendocino Creek Dr High Visibility School Crossing Near-Term
3 High Visibility School Crossing Shearwater Dr and Creekside Dr High Visibility School Crossing Near-Term
4 High Visibility School Crossing Shearwater Dr and Urban Green Trail Crossing High Visibility School Crossing Near-Term 5 High Visibility School Crossing W Las Palmas Ave and S 9th St High Visibility School Crossing Near-Term 14 Stripped Crosswalk and
Pedestrian Activated Crosswalk
Flashers
Ward Avenue and Mackilhaffy
Drive.

A new crosswalk will be constructed on Ward Ave/Mackilhaffy Drive with pedestrian activated crosswalk flashers Near-Term 13 Signal Upgrade Sperry Avenue and 9th Street
The existing crosswalk at Sperry Ave/9th St will be upgraded with mast arms, pedestrian activated crosswalk flashers, new paint striping, and ADA ramps
Mid-term
15 New Signal S 2nd St and Sperry Avenue
New Signal proposed in TIMP 2020. Provision of pedestrian signal heads, crosswalk striping, and istallation of ADA ramps could be included in this project.

Mid-term
16 New Signal Ward Avenue and N Salado
Avenue
New Signal proposed in TIMP 2020. Provision of pedestrian signal heads, crosswalk striping, and istallation of ADA ramps could be included in this project.

Mid-term
17 New Signal Rogers Road and Keystone
Pacific Pkwy
New Signal proposed in TIMP 2020. Provision of pedestrian signal heads, crosswalk striping, and istallation of ADA ramps could be included in this project.

Mid-term

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Poplar Avenue
New Signal proposed in TIMP 2020. Provision of pedestrian signal heads, crosswalk striping, and istallation of ADA ramps could be included in this project.

Mid-term
6 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval At Cliff Swallow Dr (end) Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval Long-Term 7 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval At Ward Ave near Rose Dr Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval Long-Term 8 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval
At American Eagle Ave near
Red Robin Dr Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval Long-Term 9 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval At N 2nd St near El Solyo Dr Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval Long-Term 10 Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail
Approval
At Las Palmas Ave near Weber
Ave Trail Crossing-Subject to Trail Approval Long-Term
11 Citywide Sidewalk Infill Throughout the City. Total =

8.27 Miles Citywide Sidewalk Infill NA1
12 Citywide ADA Ramps Addition Throughout the City. Missing ADA Ramps = 208
Citywide ADA Ramps Addition. Installing and upgrading ADA ramps. Most upgrades are related to missing DWS. NA
Not Meeting Standards = 991 Adding truncated domes
1 Sidewalk and ADA ramps will be constructed over multiple phases. 2 Sperry Avenue and I-5 interchange traffic signals are not included in the ATP project list. Information regarding new traffic signals and phasing is referred from TIMP 2020.

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Northmead School
Del Puerto High School
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Standards =30
Zone 3 Missing
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Zone 4 Missing
ADA Ramps = 0
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Standards =65
Zone 6 Missing
ADA Ramps = 0
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Standards =104
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Zone 7 Missing
ADA Ramps = 4
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Standards =61
Zone 5 Missing
ADA Ramps = 8
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Zone 8 Missing
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Standards =26
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Zone 40 65
Zone 5 8 187
Zone 6 0 104
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Zone 95 26
Zone 10 29 144
Total 199 947
Total Cost $3,044,700 $5,795,640
Cost per ramp $15,300 $6,120

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Existing Conditions Report
March 2021

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CITY OF PATTERSON

ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN
Existing Conditions Report
March 2021
Prepared For:

The City of Patterson
Prepared By:

TJKM Transportation Consultants

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CONTENTS

1. Introduction
Purpose & Key Goals 1-2
Benefits of Active Transportation 1-3
What are Complete Streets? 1-4

2. Relevant Plans, Policies & Standards
General Plan Circulation Element 2-2
Transportation Infrastructure Master Plan (TIMP) 2-2 Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2-3
Zacharias and Baldwin Master Plan 2-3
City of Patterson Standard Specifications 2-4
StanCOG Non-Motorized Transportation Master Plan (NMTMP) 2-4 Regional Transportation Plan 2-6

3. Setting
Population and Employment 3-2
Land uses and travel destinations 3-3
Street Network 3-5
Public Transit 3-7

4. Cycling Conditions
Types of Bikeway Facilitities 4-2
Existing Bikeway Network 4-4
Barriers to Cycling 4-4
Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress 4-5
Proposed Regional Bikeways 4-8

5. Walking Conditions
Sidewalk Network 5-2
Sidewalk Gaps & ADA Curb Ramp Deficiencies 5-2
Pedestrian Safety 5-4
Summary of Key Barriers to Walking 5-5
Pedestrian Priority Areas & Improvement Projects (NMTMP) 5-6

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Regional Location 3-2
Figure 2: General Plan Land Use Map 3-3
Figure 3: Street Network Map 3-6
Figure 4: Public Transit Routes 3-7
Figure 5: Types of Bikeways 4-2
Figure 6: Existing & Currently Planned Bikeway Network 4-3 Figure 7a: Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) Definitions 4-5 Figure 7b: Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress 4-7 Figure 8a: Priority Bikeways (StanCOG NMTMP) 4-8 Figure 8b: Tier-one Priority Regional Bikeway – Las Palmas (StanCOG NMTMP) 4-9 Figure 9: Pedestrian Gaps and Barriers 5-3
Figure 10: Pedestrian & Bicycle Collision Locations (2015-2019) 5-4 Figure 11: Pedestrian Bulbout & High-visibility Crosswalk Treatment Examples 5-5 Figure 12: Pedestrian Priority Area Projects (StanCOG NMTMP) 5-6

LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Population by Age 3-2
Table 2: School Locations 3-3
Table 3: Local Bus Routes 3-7
Table 4a: Bicycle LTS Criteria for Roadway Segments 4-6 Table 4b: Bicycle LTS Criteria for Bike Lanes Adjacent to On-Street Parking 4-6 Table 4c: Bicycle LTS Criteria for Bike Lanes with No Adjacent On-Street Parking 4-6

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1. INTRODUCTION

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 1 - 2 The Patterson Citywide Active Transportation
Plan (ATP) is being developed by the City
of Patterson, with the help of an Active
Transportation Grant awarded by Caltrans and
California Transportation Commission (CTC).

This report is divided into the following sections:

1. Introduction describes the purpose, key
goals & objectives of the Citywide Active
Transportation Plan

2. Relevant Plans, Policies & Standards describes
adopted plans and standards relevant to
bicycling and walking in Patterson, and describes
adopted goals and policies that the Citywide
Active Transportation Plan aims to support.

3. Setting summarizes relevant aspects of
Patterson’s built environment including
population, employment, street network
characteristics, traffic volumes and transit service.

4. Cycling Conditions summarizes existing
characteristics of the Patterson’s street network
relevant to bicycling, describes existing bikeways
well as currently proposed bikeways.

5. Walking Conditions describes the existing
sidewalk and path network in Patterson,
summarizes pedestrian safety data, and identifies
key gaps and barriers to walking.
2013. The ATP will also:
• Support the City in reaching its goals to plan
and develop a multimodal transportation
network that is safe and efficient for all users
• Identify measures to implement adopted
goals and policies relevant to bicycling and
walking described in the NMTMP and TIMP
• Provide an overall framework plan depicting
Patterson’s future citywide cycling and
walking network
• Identify pedestrian and bicycle network
deficiencies, and develop implementable
improvement options, with extensive input
from members of the community
• Prepare conceptual designs for short and
long-term improvements suitable for
Future CIP funding programming and grant
applications
• Specify recommended changes to street
deign design standards to enhance
walking and bicycling, and to incorporate
recommended improvements
• Develop a phasing plan and funding strategy
for prioritized projects, programs, and action
steps
Key goals of the ATP are to support adopted
policies at providing complete streets, increasing
mobility, enhancing safety, improving public
health, and increase the rate of bicycling and
walking for every day transportation in Patterson.

PURPOSE & KEY GOALS
The Citywide ATP will provide a master plan for
development of a citywide bikeway network and
improvements to the citywide pedestrian network.

The ATP will complement adopted City plans
including the General Plan Circulation Element,
adopted in 2010, and the Transportation
Infrastructure Master Plan (TIMP) approved
in 2020, as well as the Stanislaus Council
of Government (StanCOG) Non-Motorized
Transportation Master Plan (NMTMP), adopted in

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 1 - 3 Providing design amenities to create integrated
transportation networks that include walkable
and bikeable streets and neighborhoods
produces multiple benefits including:
• Enhanced mobility: Most daily trips in most
communities, including Patterson, are within
bicycling or walking distances, including local
trips to shopping, schools, local services,
parks and public transit. Provision of a
complete street network and elimination of
barriers to walking and bicycling, including
provisions for transit access will result in
increased transportation options for all age
groups.
• Improved public health: Rates of obesity
and other public health risks associated
with reduced physical activity increased
dramatically in recent decades, for children
as well as adults. Provision of active
transportation networks is increasingly
identified as a recommended component of
local public health programs.
• Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions:

Successful investments in walking and
bicycling lead to reductions in local
greenhouse gas emissions.
• Increased property values: Bikeable and
walkable neighborhoods help to attract and
retain a talented and youthful workforce1.
• More retail dollars spent at local businesses:

Studies in other cities have found that
residents who walk and bike to visit local
businesses spend more money than
customers that drive2.

BENEFITS OF ACTIVE

TRANSPORTATION
1Cortright, Joe for CEOs for Cities. (2009). Walking the Walk: How Walkability Raises Home Values in US Cities. 2 The Clean Air Partnership. (2009). Bike Lanes, On-Street Parking and Business: A Study of Bloor Street in Toronto’s Annex Neighborhood.

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 1 - 4 A complete street is a street that accommodates
mobility for all modes of transportation. There is
no one design, or “one size fit all” solution for a
complete street. It is a street design that enables
safe, comfortable access for users of all ages and
abilities, no matter how they travel.
• The term “Complete Streets” refers to a
balanced, multimodal transportation network
that meets the needs of all users of streets
-- including bicyclists, children, persons with
disabilities, motorists, movers of commercial
goods, pedestrians, public transportation,
and seniors. A “Complete Street” is one that
provides safe and convenient travel in a
manner that is suitable to the local context.
• The California Complete Streets Act (AB
1358) adopted in 2008, requires that cities
and other public agencies incorporate
“Complete Street” policies when updating
their General Plan Circulation Element.

Complete Streets make travel safe for all
users, including bicyclists, pedestrians,
motorists, transit vehicles, and people of all
ages and abilities. Each and every street does
not need to provide dedicated space to all
users, but the network must accommodate
the needs of all users.
• Design guidance relevant to providing
complete streets are provided by various
sources including the National Association of
City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban
Street Design Guide.

WHAT ARE COMPLETE
STREETS?

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2. RELEVANT PLANS,

POLICIES & STANDARDS

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 2 - 2 This section summarizes relevant adopted plans,
policies or standards that include policies or
recommendations relevant to the citywide bicycle
and pedestrian networks. Documents relevant
to the Citywide ATP include the City of Patterson
General Plan, Transportation Infrastructure
Master Plan (TIMP) and Parks and Master Plan,
as well as the Stanislaus Council of Governments
(StanCOG) Non-motorized Transportation Master
Plan (NMTMP) and Regional Transportation Plan/
Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP/SCS).

The City of Patterson General Plan and its
Circulation Element were adopted in November
2010. The purpose of the Circulation Element
is to provide goals and policies aimed at
meeting the transportation needs of the City.

The Circulation Element has identified roadway
deficiencies, as well as improvements to achieve
and maintain established City standards.

The following is a list of adopted General Plan
goals and policies relevant to the citywide
pedestrian and bicycle networks:

General Plan Goal T-7: To promote pedestrian,
bicycle and rail travel as alternatives to
automobile use.
• Policy T-7.1: Safe Pedestrian and Bike
Pathways: The City shall create and maintain
a safe and convenient system of pedestrian
and bicycle pathways that encourages
walking and bicycling as an alternative
to driving. New development shall be
required to pay its fair share of the costs for
development of this pathway system.
• Policy T-7.2: Pedestrian Access: All new
development shall be reviewed to ensure
safe pedestrian access is provided from the
The City shall collaborate with the School
District to promote bike use and shall actively
pursue Safe Route to School grants to fund
programs that facilitate safe bike routes.
• Policy T-7.10: Coordination with Other
Agencies: The City shall coordinate with
Stanislaus County, the Stanislaus Council of
Governments, Caltrans and other agencies
to improve bicycle and pedestrian circulation
region-wide.

The City Patterson TIMP was prepared in March
2020 and provides transportation infrastructure
recommendations based on two future scenarios:
• 10-year near-term scenario based on a future
population of 28,900 residents in Patterson
(an increase from 22,524 residents in 2019),
and 21,980 jobs in Patterson.
• Master Plan Buildout Scenario, to
accommodate a buildout population
of 66,300 residents and 81,300 jobs in
Patterson. The number of jobs in the
Master Plan buildout scenario would greatly
exceed the size of the local labor force
(approximately 30,000 Patterson residents
would be part of the working-age population
at buildout). Therefore, the majority of the
jobs in Patterson would be held by over
50,000 commuters that would travel from
other communities to jobs in Patterson.

The TIMP is intended to be used as a tool to help
the City plan for anticipated growth in the future.

The TIMP recommends to “establish and provide
‘Complete Street’ policies for all future roadways.

GENERAL PLAN

CIRCULATION ELEMENT

TRANSPORTATION

INFRASTRUCTURE MASTER

PLAN (TIMP)
street, within parking areas and between
new development and surrounding
neighborhoods.
• Policy T-7.3: Bike Routes: The City shall
establish a safe and convenient network
of identified bicycle routes connecting
new residential areas by the shortest
possible routes with recreation, shopping,
and employment areas within the city.

The City shall cooperate with surrounding
jurisdictions in designing and implementing
an area-wide bikeway system.
• Policy T-7.4: Separation of Bike Routes
from Motor Vehicles: Bicycle routes shall
emphasize paths separated from vehicle
traffic (Class I) to the maximum extent
possible, but shall also include bicycle lanes
within public streets (Class II and III). The City
shall limit on-street bicycle routes to those
streets where the available roadway width
and traffic volumes permit safe coexistence
of bicycle and motor vehicle traffic.
• Policy T-7.5: Include Pathways in Open
Space: To the extent practicable, bicycle and
pedestrian pathways shall be included within
open space areas.
• Policy T-7.6: Bike Storage: The City shall
require the inclusion of bicycle parking
facilities at all new major public facilities
and commercial and employment sites and
shall encourage large employers to provide
showers for employees.
• Policy T-7.7: Bicycle-Automobile Conflicts:

The City shall promote the safe “sharing” of
roads between automobiles and bicyclists.
• Policy T-7.8: Bike Safety: Bicycle safety
shall be considered when implementing
improvements for automobile traffic
operations
• Policy T-7.9: Coordination with Schools:

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 2 - 3

PARKS AND RECREATION

MASTER PLAN

ZACHARIAS AND BALDWIN

MASTER PLAN
Relevant TIMP policies are listed below:
• Encourage future commercial development
to provide bicycle access to surrounding
residential areas.
• Require future commercial development
to place bike racks near entrances for
employees and customers.
• As appropriate require future development
to construct bikeways included in the
proposed system as a condition of
development.
• Meet the requirements of the Americans with
Disabilities Act when constructing facilities
contained in the proposed system, where
applicable.
• Encourage future development to consider
schools as important destinations for
bicyclists when designing circulation systems
within new developments.
• Establish and provide Complete Street
policies for all future roadways. Adopt
recommended bike facilities plan and
provide future funding for its construction.

Creation of more continuous bike lanes at
key destinations would encourage more
people to use bikes instead of autos.
• Focus on redesign of downtown streets
based walkable and livable principles.

Although not formally adopted by the City yet,
the Parks and Recreation Master Plan will guide
the City in expanding, improving, and protecting
the parks and recreational facilities as the City
continues to grow. As the City improves and
builds upon its park and facility network, it will
be important to improve and build upon the
multimodal network as well so that residents of
all ages may access the parks and facilities in
order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Relevant
guidelines and goals are highlited below:

Planning & Design Guidelines
• Parks should be programmed and designed
to appeal to multiple user groups from
toddler to senior, and to provide both active
and passive, as well as individual and group
recreation opportunities.
• Wherever possible, highlight and strengthen
connections between the park and other
public spaces and community destinations.
• Provide logical, integrated, safe and ADA
compliant access and circulation throughout
the park.

Goals
• Including parks as “important” and “key”
destinations when considering bicycle and
pedestrian circulation;
• Prioritizing parks and recreation facilities
as well as schools as key destinations when
designing Complete Streets;
• Providing a sufficient number of conveniently
located bicycle racks at all parks and
recreation facilities; and
• Expanding the system of multi-use paths that
function as linear parks.

The City plans to annex approximately 1,227
acres of land just outside the City Limits.

Proposed development will consist of residential,
mixed-use, commercial, industrial, schools, parks,
and open space uses.

The potential build-out will consist of
approximately 5,086 dwelling units and 7,765,000
square feet of non-residential uses. According
to the study, the neighborhood streets would
be constructed with traffic calming measures to
provide pedestrian and bicycle safety.

As part of the proposed TDM measures, the
project should designate pedestrian and bike
lanes to encourage walking and biking, provide
secure bicycle parking, and provide adequate
street lighting, sidewalks, and pedestrian/bicycle
paths. Proposed strategies are listed below:

Proposed Access and Circulation
• Neighborhood streets designed with traffic
calming geometric features.

Transportation Demand Management Strategies
• A clearly designated pedestrian circulation
network within the site that links to the City
of Patterson roadway network. Currently
there are Class II on-street bike lane on
Baldwin Road and Ward Avenue. Class II bike
lane should be provided on both streets in
the project area. The existing site plan shows
pedestrian routes that connect to adjacent
local roadways. Clearly designated bike
lanes should be provided that connects to
employment centers and downtown areas.
• Secure bicycle parking in safe, strategic
locations within the site.
• Safety amenities such as lighting, sidewalks,
and off-street pedestrian / bicycle paths.

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 2 - 4 The City of Patterson Standard Specifications
were last updated in 2011 and contain
specifications and typical drawings for
improvements that intends to aid all persons
engaged in the construction of public works
within the City limits. The document includes but
is not limited to:
• Typical roadway cross sections
• Cul-de-sac geometry, roundabout details,
• Sidewalk cross sections
• Curb ramp details
• Landscaping, and lighting standards
The Active Transportation Plan will include street
design recommendations that could result in
updates to the City’s standard specifications.

The Stanislaus Council of Governments
(StanCOG) updated and adopted the NMTMP in
2013 with the goal of improving the bicycle and
pedestrian network in Stanislaus County. The
NMTMP has been prepared so that cities may
prioritize investments in bicycle and pedestrian
infrastructure and increase grant funding
opportunities. Planning efforts included an
outreach process with stakeholders to identify
policy and network recommendations.

Regional NMTMP Facilities within Patterson
Proposed bikeway and pedestrian facilities
recommended by the NMTMP within Patterson
are described in Chapters 4 and 5.

CITY OF PATTERSON

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

STANCOG NON-MOTORIZED

TRANSPORTATION MASTER

PLAN (NMTMP)
NMTMP Policy Recommendations for the City of
Patterson
The NMTMP includes the following policy
recommendations for the City of Patterson:
• Consider revising bicycle parking
requirements in Zoning Code based on
Section 9-4 of the NMTMP
• Adopt policy language in the next General
Plan update that is focused on Complete
Streets and balancing the need of all
roadway users.
• Consider adoption of a “Complete Streets”
policy or “Routine Accommodation” type
of policy to encourage accommodation of
bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and
experience levels with new construction or
improvements to the public right-of-way.
• Prepare, adopt, and implement an ADA
Implementation Plan to guide inventory
accessibility needs and future improvements.
• Adopt citywide policy of constructing ADA
curb ramps and any other accessibility
measures routine practice in any new
construction or improvement project within
the public right-of-way.
• When completing traffic analysis, collect
bicycle and pedestrian volumes at each study
location to address safety and circulation
issues for those modes.

NMTMP Goals and Policies
Goals and policies of the NMTMP are discussed
below:

NMTMP Goal 1: Increase Bicycle And Pedestrian
Access And Safety. Expand bicycle and
pedestrian facilities and access in and between
local destinations such as neighborhoods,
employment centers, shopping areas, schools,
and recreational sites as well as throughout the
region to increase the number of bicycling trips
to five percent of all trips by 2030.

Objective 1.A: Implement the StanCOG
Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan,
which identifies existing conditions and planned
networks, and provides specific short-term and
long-term recommendations for countywide
priority facilities and programs, including nearterm (five to ten-year) priority projects.

Policy Actions:
• Maximize coordination between all
municipalities, schools, and community
organizations to review and comment on
bicycle and pedestrian issues of mutual
concern.
• Implement the recommendations to regularly
monitor bicycle- and pedestrian-related
collision levels, and seek a reduction in these
collision levels on a per capita basis over the
next twenty years.
• Update the Plan periodically as required
by Caltrans to reflect new policies and/
or requirements for bicycle and pedestrian
funding.
• Establish a countywide bicycle/pedestrian
coordinator who would help implement
the county and local bicycle and pedestrian
improvements.

Objective 1.B: Complete a continuous network
of bikeways and pedestrian facilities that are
feasible, fundable, and serve the needs of
bicyclists and pedestrians, especially for travel
to employment centers, schools, commercial
districts, transit stations, and institutions.

Policy Actions:
• Seek funding for the priority bicycle and
pedestrian projects through current local,
regional, state, and federal funding programs

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 2 - 5 and encourage multi-jurisdictional funding
applications.
• Complete existing gaps in the pedestrian
network, especially in the vicinity of land
use attractors such as schools, parks, and
neighborhood commercial areas as well as
over major barriers such as railroad tracks,
highways, and water bodies.
• Codify the existing practice of providing wide
shoulders or bicycle lanes during overlay and
widening projects as roadway space allows
through the adoption of a “Complete Street”
policy to encourage construction of bikeways
as a part of any roadway project, where
feasible and appropriate.
• Provide opportunities for bicycling for
recreational purposes, especially to access
parks and open space.

Objective 1.C: Address immediate and future
safety needs for all roadway users, particularly
bicyclists and pedestrians, who are the most
vulnerable roadway users.
• Policy Actions:
• Secure funding for and implement priority
bikeways and priority pedestrian projects
identified in the Plan, many of which are
located on corridors with high numbers of
bicycle and pedestrian collisions.
• Develop adult and youth bicycle and
pedestrian education, encouragement and
safety programs aimed at youths, adult
cyclists, pedestrians, and motorists.
• Objective 1.D: Improve access and
integration with transit for bicycling and
walking trips.

Policy Actions:
• Assist transit providers in providing and
promoting secure, covered bicycle racks and
lockers at transit centers and along key bus
routes to facilitate multi-modal trips.
• Support and promote transit facility
enhancements, such as bus stop access
improvements, that will encourage increased
bicycle and pedestrian access to transit.
• • Require future transit service in
Stanislaus County to provide adequate
bicycle and pedestrian access, bus mounted
bicycle racks, and secure bicycle parking.
• • Conduct bicycle and pedestrian counts
at regular intervals and include bicycle and
pedestrian counts as part of vehicle traffic
counts to evaluate usage and demand, and
assist in the prioritization of project funding.

NMTMP Goal 2: Increase Bicycle and Pedestrian
Trips. Make bicycling and walking a viable
option for shopping, school, and work trips in
Stanislaus County and other trips of fewer than
five miles by implementing and maintaining a
bikeway network, providing end-of-trip facilities
for bicyclists, improving access and integration
with transit, and making walking and biking
convenient and safer.

Objective 2.A: Include bikeways and pedestrians
facilities in all appropriate future development
projects to facilitate on-site circulation and
connections to the proposed system.

Policy Actions:
• Require future development to construct
bikeways, sidewalks, and/or other pedestrian
facilities included in the proposed system as
a condition of development.
• Encourage future commercial development
to provide bicycle and pedestrian access to
surrounding residential areas.
• Require future commercial development
to place bicycle racks near entrances for
employees and customers.
• Meet the requirements of the Americans with
Disabilities Act when constructing facilities
contained in the proposed system, where
applicable.
• Encourage future development to
consider schools as important destinations
for bicyclists and pedestrians when
designing circulation systems within new
developments.
• Work with transit authorities to ensure
that pedestrian and bicycle concerns are
addressed in the design of transit stops.

Objective 2.B: Provide secure, covered short- and
long-term bicycle parking in employment and
commercial areas, in multi-family housing, at
schools, and at transit facilities.

Policy Actions:
• Develop a bicycle parking policy, as
described in this Plan, to encourage or
require the inclusion of bicycle parking in
new development projects.
• Encourage the installation of short- and
long-term bicycle parking in the public rightof-way, particularly adjacent to transit stops. • Encourage the installation of shortand long-term bicycle parking at local elementary, middle, and high schools to
promote bicycle commuting.

NMTMP Goal 3: Improve Regional & Local
Connections. Increase accessibility within
neighborhoods and cities as well between
Stanislaus County cities, serving utilitarian,
commute, and recreational trips.

Objective 3.A: Complete a network of bikeways
that allow for intercity travel between Stanislaus
County communities.

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 2 - 6 Policy Actions:
• Complete countywide priority bikeway
network, as detailed in this Plan.
• Focus on development of Class 3 Bicycle
Routes with wide shoulders as a lower-cost
solution to regional bicycling needs than
Class 1 paths, particularly in the near-term.

Objective 3.B: Align countywide bikeways
through Stanislaus County cities such that local
needs and destinations are served.

Policy Actions:
• Complete existing gaps in the countywide
bicycle network, especially in the vicinity
of schools, transit stops, neighborhood
commercial centers, and major barriers
such as railroad tracks, highways, and water
bodies.

The Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable
Communities Strategy (RTP/SCS) for Stanislaus
County was developed so that transportation
improvements and future land development will
be coordinated with each other.

The RTP/SCS identifies policies, projects, and
programs over 25 years to enhance the region’s
transportation network. The RTP/SCS was
developed in accordance with state and federal
guidelines, and supports California’s climate
goals.

One of the key RTP/SCS improvement projects
is to place “emphasis on bicycle/pedestrian
improvements along central corridors,
Class I multi-use trails, and complete street
improvements.” Relevant regional goals include:

RTP/SCS Goal 1: Mobility & Accessibility
Improve the ability of people and goods to move
between desired locations, and provide a variety
of modal and mobility options.

RTP/SCS Goal 6: Health & Safety
Operate and maintain the transportation system
to ensure public safety and security; improve the
health of residents by improving air quality, and
provide more transportation options.

REGIONAL

TRANSPORTATION PLAN

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3. SETTING

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 3 - 2 Known as the “Apricot Capital of the World”,
Patterson is located in the middle of Stanislaus
County within the San Joaquin Valley, roughly
17 miles southwest of Modesto. The City is
approximately six square miles in size. Interstate
5 lies immediately west of the City. Figure 1
provides a map showing Patterson’s regional
location. Due to its location, the City of Patterson
provides plenty of recreational opportunity for
residents. Patterson takes pride in its agricultural
history, culminating in the annual Apricot Fiesta
that takes place each June.
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In 2019, Patterson’s population was estimated
by the US Census Bureau to be approximately
22,524. Since 2010, the total population has
grown by approximately 9.2%, a rate of roughly
one percent annually. There is an approximate
52:48 ratio of male to female residents with
over 60% of the population falling into the age
range of 18 to 65 years, and 30% under the age
of 18. Patterson represents approximately four
percent of the population in Stanislaus County
estimated at 550,660. Table 1 presents Patterson’s
population by age.

POPULATION AND

EMPLOYMENT
$69K
Median Household Income

3.47 Average Household Size
22,524
Population
Figure 1: Regional Location
Table 1: Population by Age
Age Range 2019 Estimate Percentage
Under 18 6,667 30%
18-65 13,740 61%
Over 65 2,117 9%
Total 22,524 100%
Patterson’s current population of 22,524 residents consists of approximately 6,000 households and includes an estimated labor force of 9,800 workers according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Northmead
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Catholic School
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Villages of Patterson
Master Development Plan

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HIGHWAY 33
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General Plan Updated January 2014
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City Limits
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Estate Residential
Low Density Residential
Medium Density Residential
High Density Residential
Downtown Residential
Highway Service Commercial
Downtown Core
General Commercial
Mixed Use
Medical Professional
Light Industrial
Heavy Industrial
Public/Quasi-Public
Parks/Open Space
Lake
Figure 2: General Plan Land Use Map
Table 2: School Locations
School Address
Apricot Valley Elementary School 1320 Henley Parkway
Central Valley Art Academy 505 Baldwin Road
Creekside Middle School 535 Peregrine Drive
Del Puerto High School 640 M Street
Las Palmas School 642 W Las Palmas Avenue
Northmead Elementary School 625 L Street
Patterson High School 200 N 7th Street
Patterson Preschool Academy 610 N Hartley Street
Sacred Heart Catholic School 505 M Street
Walnut Grove School 775 N Hartley Street
West Valley Learning Center 610 N Hartley Street
Patterson is a predominantly residential community
with single-family homes throughout the City.

Most of the commercial and industrial land uses
are present along Sperry Avenue, Ward Avenue
and State Route 33. Figure 2 presents land use
designations for the City of Patterson from the City’s
General Plan.

There are 34 public parks/open space locations
within the City of Patterson available for
recreational activities.
• Amaryllis Park: Located at American Eagle
Avenue and Sperry Avenue, this park offers
an open lawn, paved pathway and picnic
tables and benches under a gazebo.
• Ambercot Park: Located at Creekside Drive
and Alpine Creek Drive, this park offers
shelters, tables, a playground, a multi-use
field, and restrooms.
• Aprigold Park: Located at Hackney Street
and New Forest Way, this park provides a
playground, shelter and tables, multi-use
fields, and shade trees.
• Aurora Park: Located at Roadrunner Drive
and Cliff Swallow Drive, this park provides
barbecue pits and tables, and open lawn
• Autumn Royal Park: Located along Heartland
Ranch Avenue and Peregrine Drive, this park
provides a playground, shelter and tables,

LAND USES AND

TRAVEL DESTINATIONS
Parks and Recreation Destinations
School Destinations
Commercial Destinations
As identified in Table 2, there are 11 schools within
Patterson, primarily located west of State Route 33.

Patterson’s commercial destinations are primarily
located at the shopping centers at the intersections
of Sperry Avenue and Ward Avenue and along
State Route 33 from Ward Avenue to City Limits.

Some commercial areas are also located near the
Sperry Avenue and Interstate 5 interchange. West
of Baldwin Road, majority of the land uses are light
industrial, serving as distribution centers for major
companies such as Amazon, CVS Pharmacy, Kohl’s
Department Store, Grainger, and several other
hardware distribution companies.

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 3 - 4 a barbecue pit, a multi-use field, basketball
court, open lawn, and shade trees.
• Blenheim Park: Located at the corner of
American Eagle Avenue and Pipit Drive, this
park provides a playground, shelter and
tables, and an open lawn.
• Blue Fiesta Park: Located along Hyacinth
Drive, this park provides a water spray play
area, shelter and tables, and an open field.
• Camas Lily Park: Located at American
Eagle Avenue and Sperry Avenue, this park
provides shelter and tables, a multi-use field
and open lawn.
• Castlebirte Park: Located along the Damara
Court cul-de-sac, this park provides a
playground for young children, picnic tables,
and an open lawn.
• City Park: Located at Las Palmas Avenue and
Ossie Street, this small park provides a picnic
table and bench.
• Del Puerto Park: Located at Del Puerto
Avenue and S 5th Street, this park provides
an open lawn, benches, and trees that
provide shade.
• Early Gold Park: Located at Jersey Lane
and New Forest Way, this park provides
a playground for young children, shelter,
barbecues, tables, a basketball court, and an
open lawn.
• El Pescadero Park: Located along Walnut
Avenue, this park provides benches and an
open lawn.
• Floragold Park: Located at Shearwater
Drive and American Eagle Avenue, this park
provides a playground, tables, a multi-use
field, and open lawn, and restrooms.
• Garza Park: Located at Hartley Street, this
park provides a playground, a baseball field,
multi-use field, restrooms, on-site parking,
and a concession stand.
• Goldbar Park: Located at Amantha Creek
Drive and Gold Creek Drive, this park
provides a climbing wall, a swing set, shelter
and tables, a multi-use field, and an open
lawn.
• Golden Amber Park: Located at Red Robin
Drive and Heartland Ranch Ave, this park
provides a playground for young children,
shelter, barbecues, tables, basketball, and an
open lawn.
• Meadow Rue Park: Located at Garden Patch
Way and Las Palmas Avenue, this park
provides tables, a multi-use field, fitness
equipment, and an open lawn.
• Mustang Clover Park: Located at Calvinson
Parkway and Garden Patch Way, this park
provides shelter and tables, a playground,
multi-use field, sand volleyball court, and an
open lawn.
• Newcastle Park: Located at Red Robin
Drive and American Eagle Avenue, this park
provides a playground, shelter, barbecue and
tables, a multi-use field, basketball court, and
an open lawn.
• Noble Park: Located at Noble Park Circle, this
park provides a playground and benches.
• North Park: Located at Las Palmas Avenue
and N Del Puerto Avenue, this park provides
a playground, large picnic shelter, barbecue
pits, tables, restrooms, concession stand, and
open lawn.
• Rosette Park: Located at Las Palmas Avenue
and N Del Puerto Avenue, this park provides
a playground, shelter and tables, basketball
court, and an open lawn.
• Sorensen Park: Located at American Eagle
Avenue and Ward Avenue, this park provides
a playground for young children, tables and
an open lawn.
• South Park: Located at Las Palmas Avenue
and Salado Avenue, this park provides
horseshoe pits, Veteran’s Memorial, and an
open lawn.
• Sunflower Park: Located at Sunflower Drive
and Nicastro Drive, this park provides a
basketball court and an open lawn.
• Sungiant Park: Located at Samantha Creek
Drive and Placer Creek Drive, this park
provides a playground, tables, basketball
court, benches and an open lawn.
• Sunglow Park: Located at American Eagle
Avenue and Gannet Lane, this park provides
a playground for young children, picnic
shelter, barbecue, a multi-use field, and an
open lawn.
• Tilton Park: Located at James Burke Avenue
and Kestrel Drive, this park provides a
playground, shelter and tables, a multi-use
field, open lawn, and benches.
• Trigem Park: Located at Steel Creek Drive
and Placer Creek Drive, this park provides a
playground, shelter and tables, basketball
court, a music panel, and climbing rocks.
• Valley Lupine Park: Located at Las Palmas
Avenue and Sperry Avenue, this park
provides a playground, shelter, multi-use
field, benches, and open lawn.
• Wilding Park: Located at Ashwood Lane
and Oakwood Lane, this park provides a
playground, tables, multi-use field, basketball
court, and an open lawn.
• Woodland Star Park: Located at Marigold
Drive and Scarlet Lane, this park provides
a playground, shelter and tables, multi-use
field, and an open lawn.
• T.W. Patterson Sports Complex: Located
along Ward Avenue, this complex provides a
playground, shelters, barbecues and tables.

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 3 - 5 Las Palmas Avenue is an east-west arterial east of
Second Street (Highway 33) to the City limits, and
a two-lane collector street west of Second Street
to Ward Avenue and south to Sperry Avenue.

Los Palmas Avenue passes directly through the
heart of downtown, while the segment east of
the city limits is a key regional route, connecting
with Turlock. Along the collector portion of
Las Palmas Avenue, it is primarily a two-lane
roadway surrounded by open space, schools,
residential and commercial land uses. At the
signalized intersection of Las Palmas Avenue
and Ward Avenue, ADA-compliant curb ramps,
marked crosswalks and pedestrian signal heads
are provided. Majority of land uses along the
arterial portion are industrial and residential land
uses. Signalized intersections along this section
provide marked crosswalks and pedestrian signal
heads. The posted speed limit is 25 mph west of
Second Street, and 35 mph east of Second Street.

Second Street (Highway 33) is a north-south
arterial that runs through the eastern portion of
Patterson including the downtown core, primarily
bordering commercial and industrial land uses.

Most of the intersections along Second Street are
side-street stop controlled. The two signalized
intersections, with Walnut Avenue and Las
Palmas Avenue, provide marked crosswalks and
pedestrian signal heads. The posted speed limit
is 40 mph.

Patterson’s street network consists of
approximately 83 miles of streets including six
miles of arterial streets, nine miles of collector
streets, and 68 miles of local streets. A map of the
existing street network and street classifications
in Patterson is presented on Figure 3. The main
thoroughfares within Patterson are Sperry
Avenue, Baldwin Road, Ward Avenue, Las Palmas
Avenue, and Second Street (Highway 33).

Sperry Avenue is Patterson’s main east-west
arterial that connects Interstate 5 with Second
Street (Highway 33), and is one of the longest
roadways in the city. Classified as an arterial,
it connects Interstate 5 and State Route 33 in
an east-west orientation. Majority of land uses
surrounding Sperry Avenue are commercial,
residential and open space. From Interstate 5
to Baldwin Road, Sperry Avenue is primarily a
two-lane roadway bordering commercial uses.

East of Baldwin Road to South 9th St, Sperry
Avenue is a four-lane divided roadway bordering
residential subdivisions, before it transitions to
a two-lane roadway from S 9th St to State Route

33. Signalized intersections provide marked
crosswalks. The speed limit along Sperry Avenue
ranges from 35 to 45 mile per hour (mph).

Rogers Road is a north-south collector street
from city limits to Sperry Avenue that primarily
has one lane in each direction. Near Sperry
Avenue, there are gas stations, fast-food
restaurants, a hotel, and RV Park. Majority of land
along Rogers Road is undeveloped, but there
are distribution centers located on the northern
portion of this roadway. The speed limit ranges
from 25 to 35 mph.

STREET NETWORK
Arterial Streets
Collector Streets
Local Streets
8%
11%
81%

6.2 Miles
Arterial Streets

67.6 Miles
Local Streets
Collector Streets

9.4 Miles
Arterial Streets
Collector Streets
Shearwater Drive is classified as an east-west
two-lane collector street. This corridor is primarily
surrounded by single-family homes, Apricot
Valley Elementary School and Floragold Park.

Class II bike lanes are provided on both sides of
Shearwater Drive for a majority of the corridor.

The roundabouts provide marked crosswalks for
pedestrians. The posted speed limit is 25 mph.

Walnut Avenue is an east-west two-lane collector
street from State Route 33 to city limits. This
roadway is surrounded by residential land uses
on the south side of the roadway. On the north
side of the roadway, there are two schools and
undeveloped land. The signalized intersections
provide pedestrian signal heads and marked
school crosswalks. The posted speed limit is 25
mph.

Ward Avenue is a north-south two-lane collector
to State Route 33 and the southern city limits.

Ward Avenue provides connectivity to T.W.

Patterson Complex, shopping centers, residential
neighborhoods and Patterson High School.

There are bike lanes present near Patterson High
School. The speed limit along Ward Avenue
ranges from 25 to 35 mph.

South 1st Street is a north-south two-lane
collector from Las Palmas Avenue to Sperry
Avenue. Majority of the land uses along South
1st Street are industrial land uses. The posted
speed limit is 25 mph.

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 3 - 6 • Sperry Avenue carries approximately 15,000
daily vehicles travel east of Baldwin Road,
and approximately 20,000 daily vehicles west
of Baldwin Road (both segments well below
the capacity of over 36,000 daily vehicles for
4-lane arterials.
• Second Street (Highway 33) carries
approximately 10,000 daily vehicles within
Patterson, also well below the capacity of
over 36,000 daily vehicles for 4-lane arterials.

Traffic Volumes and Capacities
The provision of excess motor vehicle lanes, and/
or excess street widths, tends to result in higher
than desired motor vehicle speeds. A general
rule of thumb for estimating the required number
of motor vehicle lanes is based on daily traffic
volumes. Each motor vehicle lane on a city street
can generally accommodate up to about 10,000
daily vehicles (based on peak-hour volumes
representing 6 to 10 percent of daily volumes).

Thus, a 2-lane arterial or collector street can
generally accommodate roughly 20,000 daily
vehicles if left-turn pockets are provided, while
a 4-lane arterial can accommodate over 36,000
daily vehicles.

Existing traffic volumes on Patterson’s 4-lane
arterial streets are well below capacity, which
could provide opportunities for reallocating
portions of roadway space to better
accommodate pedestrians and bicyclists:
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Figure 3: Street Network Map
83 Miles of Street Network

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 3 - 7 Stanislaus Regional Transit (StaRT) provides
public bus transit services throughout Stanislaus
County. Four different bus routes run through
Patterson, with 3 operating Monday through
Saturday and 1 route running on weekdays only
as a Commuter service between Turlock and the
East Dublin/Pleasanton BART Station. Table 3
presents the available bus routes, direction, and
days of operation. Figure 4 provides a map of the
transit routes in Patterson.

PUBLIC TRANSIT
Table 3: Local Bus Routes
Stanislaus Regional
Transit (StaRT) Routes
Type Hours of Operations Days of Operation
Route 40 (Modesto, Grayson,
Westley, Patterson)
Local Route 5:15 a.m. and 9:12 p.m Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. and 6:52 p.m Saturday Only
Route 45E
(Patterson / Turlock)
Local Route 6:15 a.m. and 8:18 p.m Monday through Friday 7:15 a.m. and 6:08 p.m. Satuday Only
Route 45W (Gustine, Newman,
Crows Landing, Patterson)
Local Route
5:37 a.m. and 9:21 p.m Monday through Friday
6:20 a.m. and 7:56 p.m. Saturday Only
Commuter Commuter Route 4:55 am and 6:15 pm Weekdays Only %&'(5
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4. CYCLING CONDITIONS

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 4 - 2 This section describes existing bicycle facilities
and conditions affecting cyclists within the City
of Patterson. Facilities to enhance bicycle travel
include designated bikeways as well as bicycle
parking facilities.
to new roadways. Prime locations for bike paths
are areas such as power-line easements, utility
easements, canal banks, river levees, drainage
easements, railroad or highway rights-of-way, or
regional community parks.

Bicycle Lanes (Class II Bikeways) – a travel lane
on a roadway that has been set aside by striping
and pavement markings for the preferential
or exclusive use of bicyclists. Bicycle lanes are
intended to promote an orderly flow of bicycle
and motor vehicle traffic. This type of facility is
established by using the appropriate striping,
legends, and signs.

Bicycle Routes (Class III Bikeways) – bicycle
routes designated by signage where bicyclists
share travel lanes with motor vehicle traffic.

Bicycle routes must be of benefit to the bicyclist
and offer a higher degree of service than
adjacent streets. Class III bikeways are often
designated on low-volume local residential
streets.

Bicycle Boulevard: addition, many cities have
installed an enhanced type of Class III Bicycle
Route, referred to as a “Bicycle Boulevard.” Bicycle
Boulevards are generally installed on relatively
low-volume streets and often include elements
to facilitate bicycle travel, such as reorienting
stop signs to reduce delays to cyclists, and/or
discouraging use by motorists making through
trips, such as through inclusion of traffic calming
measures.

Separated Bikeway (Class IV Bikeways) – a Class
IV Bikeway is for the exclusive use of bicycles and
includes a separation between the bikeway and
adjacent vehicle traffic. The physical separation
may include flexible posts, grade separation,
inflexible physical barriers or on-street parking.

Separated bikeways generally operate in the
same direction as vehicle traffic on the same side
of the roadway. However, two-way separation
bikeways can also be used, usually in lower speed
environments (35 miles per hour or less).

There are four classifications of bikeway facilities
in California as defined by the Department of
Transportation (Caltrans) and illustrated on
Figure 5:

Multi-Use Paths (Class I Bikeways) – a path
physically separated from motor vehicle traffic
by an open space or barrier, used by bicyclists,
pedestrians, joggers, skater, and other nonmotorized travelers. Because the availability of uninterrupted rights-of-way is limited, this type
of facility may be difficult to locate and expensive
to build relative to other types of bicycle and
pedestrian facilities, but inexpensive compared

TYPES OF BIKEWAY

FACILITITIES
Figure 5: Types of Bikeways
Multi-Use Path (Class I Bikeway)
Bicycle Lane (Class II Bikeway)
Bicycle Route (Class III Bikeway)
Separated Bikeway (Class IV Bikeway)

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Patterson
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School
Northmead
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School
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Source: City of Patterson General Plan, 2014; Stanislaus County Geographic Information Systems, ESRI, OpenStreetMap contributors Figure 6: Existing & Currently Planned Bikeway Network
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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 4 - 4 Figure 6 provides a map of the existing bikeway
network in Patterson, as well as planned future
bikeways that are already funded.
• The existing bicycle infrastructure is primarily
located in residential neighborhoods,
connecting residents to schools and
recreational facilities.
• Bicyclists were involved in eight percent
of reported collisions during the five-year
period from 2015 to 2019, based on collision
data described in the following chapter (see
Table 5 and Figure 10).
• None of the reported collisions involving
bicyclists from 2015 to 2019 resulted in
serious injuries or fatalities.

Existing bikeways in Patterson include:
• Las Palmas Avenue: Bicycle lanes east of First
Street to the city limits, west of El Circulo
Avenue to Ninth Street, and west of Ward
Avenue to Sperry Avenue.
• American Eagle Avenue: Bicycle lanes
from Calvinson Parkway to Third Street,
terminating just west of Second Street
(Highway 33).
• Baldwin Road: Class II bicycle lanes from the
northern city limit to Sperry Avenue, and a
northbound bicycle lane on the east-side of
Baldwin Avenue south of Sperry Avenue.
• Shearwater Drive: Intermittent bicycle lanes
from Baldwin Road and Ward Avenue.
• Henley Parkway: bicycle lanes from Baldwin
Road to Shearwater Parkway, providing
school and park access.

EXISTING BIKEWAY

NETWORK
BARRIERS TO CYCLING • Salado Avenue: Bicycle lanes from Ward Avenue to El Circulo Avenue.
• 9th Street: Class III bicycle route from Sperry
Avenue to Ward Avenue.
• Del Puerto Avenue: Class III bicycle route
from Sperry Avenue to El Circulo Avenue.
• Patterson Bicycle Trail: Intermittently paved
multi-use path from Cliff Swallow Drive to
Sperry Avenue.

A key goal of the ATP is to improve bicycle
connectivity throughout the City to encourage
an increase in bicycling. Provision of bicycle
facilities will improve connection between
existing facilities. Bicycle facility designation
through signage and striping tends to increase
community awareness among roadway users.

With improvements, bicycle rider safety and
comfortability can be enhanced with minimal
impacts to vehicular traffic.

Key barriers to cycling in Patterson under existing
conditions include:
• Lack of bicycle accommodations on Sperry
Avenue and Second Street (Highway 33)
limits access to commercial destinations and
job sites located adjacent to Patterson’s key
east-west and north-south arterials.
• Gaps in existing bicycle lanes including
segments of Ward Avenue, and on Los
Palmas Avenue in the heart of Patterson,
between Second Street and El Circulo
Avenue, and between 9th Street and Ward
Avenue.
• Narrow bike lane widths adjacent to onstreet parking on segments of Los Palmas Avenue just west of El Circulo Avenue.

Adequate bike lane widths could be provided
by narrowing the width of the adjacent
motor vehicle lanes.
• No provisions for bicycle access to
commercial destinations and employment
locations west of Baldwin Road including the
West Patterson Park sites accessed via Park
Center Drive and Keystone Pacific Parkway,
as well as the commercial sites bordering
Rogers Road.
• Bicycle lane markings have worn off on some
segments.
17 Miles of Bikeway Network
6%
41%
53%
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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 4 - 5 Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) is an evaluation
that quantifies the amount of discomfort
that people feel when bicycling near motor
vehicle traffic. It assigns a numeric stress level
to roadway segments, trails, and intersections
based on attributes such as motor vehicle speed,
volume, number of lanes, lane blockage, onstreet parking, and ease of intersection crossing.

The higher the Bicycle LTS, the higher the
discomfort. The implication of higher LTS is the
possibility for improving bicycle infrastructure to
make such bicycle facility safe and comfortable
for all types of users. Figure 7a summarizes the
four bicycle LTS ratings as generally perceived
from the user perspective:
• LTS 1: Very low traffic stress. Most children
feel comfortable bicycling.
• LTS 2: Low traffic stress. The mainstream
adult population feels comfortable bicycling.
• LTS 3: Moderate traffic stress. Bicyclists who
are considered “enthused and confident” but
still prefer having their own dedicated space
feel comfortable while bicycling.
• LTS 4: High traffic stress. Only “strong and
fearless” bicyclists feel comfortable while
bicycling. These routes have high-speed
limits, multiple travel lanes, limited or nonexistent bicycle lanes and signage, and large distances to cross at an intersection.

The bicycle LTS analysis evaluates street
segments and intersections based on the
roadway characteristics and provided bicycle
facility. The analysis is based on the following
factors:
• Posted Speed Limit
• Number of Travel Lanes
• Typical Traffic Volume or Roadway
Classification
• Presence and Characteristic of bicycle
facilities
• Presence of On-Street Parking & Width of
Parking Lane
Tables 4a to 4c describes the additional criteria
for evaluating the Bicycle LTS score based
on street characteristics including average
daily traffic (ADT) volume, number of through
traffic lanes and automobile parking lane
width. Markings and signs give bicyclists more
perceived safety and warn drivers about bicycles
potentially being in the roadway, which tends to
lower overall speeds. Street segment criteria is
based on the speed limit or the prevailing speed
if different, and the number of lanes by direction,
and the two-way average daily traffic (ADT).

Figure 7b provides a map showing the bicycle
LTS patterns in Patterson, to help identify stress
corridors and opportunities for infrastructure
improvements.

BICYCLE LEVEL OF

TRAFFIC STRESS
Figure 7a: Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) Definitions

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 4 - 6 Number of Lanes ADT (vpd) Functional Class Posted or Prevailing Speed (mph) 25 30 35 40 >45
1 through lane per
direction
≤750 Local LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3
750 - ≤1,500 Local/ Collector LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 1,500 - ≤3,000 Collector LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
>3,000 Arterial LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
2 through lane per
direction
≤8,000 Arterial LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
>8,000 Arterial LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
3+ through lanes per
direction Any ADT Arterial LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 Prevailing or
Posted Speed
Combined width of parking lane & bicycle lane
1 automobile lane per direction ≥ 2 automobile lanes per direction ≥ 15’ 14’ – 14.5’
≤ 13’ or
Frequent
blockage
≥ 15’
≤ 14.5’ or
Frequent
blockage
≤ 25 mph LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 2 LTS 3
30 mph LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 2 LTS 3
35 mph LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3
≥40 mph LTS 2 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 3 LTS 4
Table 4a: Bicycle LTS Criteria for Roadway Segments
Table 4b: Bicycle LTS Criteria for Bike Lanes Adjacent to On-Street Parking Table 4c: Bicycle LTS Criteria for Bike Lanes with No Adjacent On-Street Parking Prevailing
or Posted
Speed
1 automobile lane per direction ≥ 2 automobile lanes per direction ≥ 7’
Buffered
bike
lane

5.5’ – 7’
Bike
lane
≤ 5.5’
Bike lane
Frequent
bike lane
blockage
≥ 7’
Buffered
bike
lane
<7’ bike
lane or
frequent
blockage
≤30 mph LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 1 LTS 3
35 mph LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 2 LTS 3
≥40 mph LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 3 LTS 4
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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 4 - 8 The Stanislaus County Non-motorized
Transportation Master Plan (NMTMP) specifies
the following proposed regional bikeways that
would serve Patterson, as illustrated on Figure 8a
and Figure 8b:
• Las Palmas Avenue is identified by the
NMTMP as a first-tier priority location for
a regional east-west bikeway connecting
Patterson and Turlock. Within Patterson, the
NMTMP envisions continuous bicycle lanes
from the city limits, extending westward
through downtown Patterson to Ward
Avenue, and south from Ward Avenue to
Sperry Avenue.
• Second Street (Highway 33) is identified as
a second-tier priority location for a northsouth bikeway south of Eucalyptus Avenue that would extend through Patterson and
connect with communities to the south.
• Class II Bicycle Lanes are proposed by the
NMTMP on Sperry Avenue, E Street and
Walnut Avenue.
• Class I Multi-use Path is proposed by the
NMTMP for an east-west alignment north of
Cliff Swallow Drive that would connect the
existing Patterson Bicycle Trail with Ward
Avenue.

PROPOSED REGIONAL

BIKEWAYS
Figure 8a: Priority Bikeways (StanCOG NMTMP)

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 5 - 2 This section describes the existing sidewalk
and ADA-compliant curb ramp network within
Patterson.

Majority of the roadways within Patterson have
continuous sidewalks, providing access to parks,
schools, and shopping centers.

Majority of the curbs in Patterson are the
standard barrier curb, which provides a barrier
between the roadway and sidewalk. Having
barrier curbs prevents vehicles from mounting
and possibly encroaching on to the sidewalks.

Providing ADA-compliant curb ramps at
intersections increases access for residents with
mobility issues to parks, schools, and locallyowned business. ADA-complaint curb ramps are provided intermittently through the city,
particularly in or near West Patterson Business
Park, Apricot Valley Elementary School, the
Walmart and Save Mart Shopping Center, and
the neighborhoods surrounding the downtown
core. Most of the curb ramps in the city are
missing the ADA-compliant truncated domes.

There are various intermittent segments that lack
sidewalks on one or both sides of:
• Second Street (Highway 33)
• Sperry Avenue
• B Street
• C Street
• D Street
• I Street
• M Street
• 4th Street
• 5th Street
• 6th Street
• 7th Street.

Most of the sidewalk gaps are located near the
downtown core of Patterson. Lack of sidewalks
may force pedestrians to walk on the roadway
alongside motor vehicles and create unsafe
situations.

In addition, many of the street corners lack
ADA-compliant curb ramps. Figure 9 illustrates
the sidewalk gap locations, and corners lacking
ADA-compliant curb ramp gaps in the City of
Patterson.

SIDEWALK NETWORK

SIDEWALK GAPS & ADA

CURB RAMP DEFICIENCIES
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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 5 - 4 Available collision data was reviewed for a fiveyear period from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2019. The data review indicates 131 reported
motor vehicle collisions, including 11 that
resulted in severe injuries and six fatalities. Figure
10 shows the pedestrian collision locations within
Patterson from 2015-2019. Key findings are that:
• Pedestrians are disproportionately involved
in collusions resulting in serious injuries
or fatalities. Although just 8% of reported
collisions involved a pedestrian, pedestrians
accounted for 43% of collisions with serious
injuries, and 67% of fatalities
• Roughly half of the collisions involving
pedestrians occurred on Patterson’s two
major arterial streets, Sperry Road and
Second Street.

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Other Visible Injury
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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 5 - 5 Incorporating the topics described on the
preceding pages, key barriers to walking in
Patterson under existing conditions include:
• Gaps in the sidewalk network and corners
that lack ADA-complaint curb ramps
• Safety concerns may limit the frequency of
walking in Patterson, since pedestrians are
disproportionately involved in collusions
resulting in serious injuries or fatalities
• Motor vehicle speeds greater than 35
mph on Sperry Avenue and Second Street
(Highway 33)
• Few signalized pedestrian crossings on
Second Street (Highway 33)
• Lack of “eyes on the street” on Sperry Avenue
between Baldwin Road and Las Palmas
Avenue
• Lengthy pedestrian distances across arterial
streets such as Sperry Avenue
• Very few intersections include corner
treatments to enhance pedestrian crossings
and reduce pedestrian crossing distances at
key intersections, such as bulbouts, reduced
curb radii and high-visibility crosswalks.

Examples of such treatments are shown on
Figure 11

SUMMARY OF KEY

BARRIERS TO WALKING
Figure 11: Pedestrian Bulbout & High-visibility Crosswalk Treatment Examples Street design guidelines tailored towards city
streets typically aim to encourage speeds not to
exceed 35 miles per hour (mph), while speeds of
20 to 25 mph are desirable in many cases.

Speed limits in California are based on 85th
percentile travel speeds. The speed limits on
Patterson’s arterial streets exceed 35 mph on
some segments:
• Sperry Avenue: 35 to 45 mph speed limit
• Second Street: 40 mph speed limit
Travel speeds tend to correlate with the width of
travel lanes and roadways: Figure 11 shows the
effect of lane width on typical 85th percentile
speeds.
• Travel lane widths greater than 10 feet tend
to result in 85th percentile speeds exceeding
35 mph (and often exceeding 40 mph).

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E X I S T I N G C O N D I T I O N S R E P O R T | 5 - 6 The Stanislaus County Non-motorized
Transportation Master Plan (NMTMP) identified
the following two areas within Patterson as
Pedestrian Priority Areas:
• Neighborhood Commercial areas along Ward
and Sperry Avenues
• Residential Areas/School zones west of Ward
Avenue
As envisioned by the NMTMP: each priority
area would be prioritized for pedestrian
improvements and investments.

The NMTMP recommended several potential
pedestrian improvement projects as shown on
Figure 12. These improvements would include:
• Modifying corners to reduce pedestrian
crossing distances with bulbouts (curb
extensions) and tightened curb radii
• Providing directional ADA curb ramps
whenever feasible
• Widening medians on Sperry Avenue to
provide pedestrian refuges to mitigate the
effect of the long crossing distances
• Installing high-visibility crosswalk treatments,
advanced yield markings, and flashing
beacons where appropriate
• Proposed pedestrian priority projects on
Sperry Avenue also included installation of
Class II bicycle lanes

PEDESTRIAN PRIORITY

AREAS & IMPROVEMENT

PROJECTS (NMTMP)
Figure 12: Pedestrian Priority Area Projects (StanCOG NMTMP)

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CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor Clauzel and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fernando Ulloa, City Manager
BY: Diana Hernandez, Acting Recreation and Community Services Director MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026
ITEM NO: 7.7
SUBJECT: Approval the 2026 Agreement between the City of Patterson and Patterson Youth Softball & Baseball (“PYSB” or “League”).

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council:

1. Approve the one-year 2026 Agreement between the City of Patterson and Patterson Youth Softball & Baseball (“PYSB” or “League”).

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement and any related documents necessary to implement the Agreement.

BACKGROUND
Patterson Youth Softball & Baseball has been operating in the city since 2009 and is a member of the Stanislaus County BaseballYouth program. League provides structured baseball and softball programs for youth residents of Patterson, emphasizing participation, skill development, and inclusion. In 2025, the League served 54 children with the support of 18 volunteers.

The League seeks to continue offering programs at the city-owned T.W. Patterson Sports Complex for the 2026 Spring Season. The proposed Agreement memorializes the City’s support for the League, including a $998.75 financial sponsorship and certain operational benefits provided exclusively to the League.

ANALYSIS
The city will provide a one-time sponsorship of $998.75 to support the League during the 2026 Spring Season. This sponsorship will be applied as an offset to the League’s field use permit fees, reducing the financial burden on the League and helping to keep youth participation fees

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affordable. By supporting the League through this sponsorship, the City is investing in a proven youth program that strengthens community engagement, promotes healthy recreation, and ensures equitable access to organized sports for all children in Patterson.

In addition to the financial sponsorship, the League will receive several benefits beyond those typically provided to other user groups. These include:
· Onsite storage: Continued placement of a League-owned storage container onsite for equipment and materials, at the League’s sole risk and responsibility. · Field Preparation: League staff will be responsible for preparing and maintaining the fields between games.
· Reduced Staffing Costs: City-provided staffing for facility access will be billed at a reduced rate.
· Reduced Onsite Staff Requirement: For each reservation, City staff will only be required to open and close the facility, one hour at the beginning and one hour at the conclusion of the reservation, for a maximum of two hours per reservation. · Any additional staff hours outside the agreed-upon staffing or use of city facilities beyond the scheduled season will be billed to the League at applicable rates.

The Agreement is for a one-year term covering the 2026 Spring Season, and it is specific to the T.W. Patterson Sports Complex. It establishes the official season dates and sets clear expectations for both the city and the League regarding scheduling, field use, staff, and maintenance responsibilities

FISCAL IMPACT
The City’s $998.75 sponsorship will come from the City’s General Fund and will be applied as a permit fee offset for the League’s 2026 Spring Season. This is a one-time, non-recurring expenditure.

ATTACHMENT
Agreement with Patterson Youth Softball & Baseball.

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