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Page 1 of 3 Item #14 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT July 15, 2025 Police TITLE: ADOPT A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT FUNDING FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY'S SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,000 AND APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENTS IN THE OPERATIONS GRANT FUND SUMMARY The State of California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) sponsors several grant programs to improve the safety of the state’s streets and highways. The City seeks authorization to accept $60,000 in Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant funds to address unsafe driving issues in the community. Awarded funds will be available for the period from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. RECOMMENDATION Adopt a resolution to authorize the acceptance of the State of California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant for $60,000 and authorize the City Manager to execute all documents, and approve budget amendments to appropriate $45,000 in revenues and expenditures to the Operations Grant Fund in FY 2025-26. The remaining $15,000 will be included in the FY 2026-27 budget as part of the mid-term budget update. BACKGROUND Pleasanton is bordered on three sides by two major freeways and one highway, all of which are heavily traveled thoroughfares. The volume of cut-through traffic within the City increases significantly when the highways experience long delays due to collisions or traffic. There are many challenges which contribute to increase in injury collisions; two of the most significant issues are noted below. Distracted Driving Advancements in mobile technology lead drivers to use their phones more frequently. This mobile communication dependency contributes to distracted driving. When drivers are distracted by their phone or other electronic devices, they may run red lights, illegally turn in front of vehicles, or unknowingly increase the speed of the vehicle. Bicycle Safety The topography and amenities in Pleasanton attract many local and out-of-town bicycle enthusiasts. Additionally, a significant amount of school-age children ride bicycles to elementary schools and junior high schools. Bicycle collision data involving youth suggests a need to increase rider safety by educating youth on bicycle safety and awareness, and the importance of wearing a properly fitted helmet. The Police Department participates with surrounding police departments in a collaborative effort to address current traffic safety trends in each city, referred to as the Concentrated Page 324 of 694