Planning Commission Agenda Packet 102225 (1)

Pleasanton BART October 9, 2025 Site Re-Use Options Memorandum 7 iii. Comparison between options The table below summarizes the main advantages and disadvantages of each alternative in terms of access and circulation: Vehicle Access Alternatives Option Advantages Disadvantages Option A-1: Turnaround (Cul-de-sac) • One entry/exit point simplifies circulation and reduces conflict points between motor vehicles and pedestrians and cyclists • More space along the Iron Horse trail for sidewalks and landscaping • Smaller on-site drop-off area • Higher potential for queues to spill back onto Owens Drive • No commercial or customer loading for potential plaza-facing retail at Site 2. Option A-2: Loop • Drop-off area closer to the station entrance • Larger on-site drop-off area • Commercial and customer loading for potential plaza-facing retail at Site 2. • Second driveway near Iron Horse trail crossing introduces new conflict points between motor vehicles and pedestrians and cyclists • Larger paved area The turnaround option is preferred by City staff to reduce traffic and relieve congestion at the Willow Road / Owens Drive intersection, as well as at the BART access point. BART staff also prefer this option as it minimizes the circulation area on site and allows for drop -offs along Owens Drive on each side of the Iron Horse trail, making it more convenient for most pick-ups and drop-offs, but would expect it to be refined to provide direct vehicular access for any plaza- facing retail uses.