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Page 1 of 3 <br />Item #1 <br /> CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT <br /> <br />July 7, 2026 <br />Police <br /> <br />TITLE: ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF <br />CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY'S SELECTIVE TRAFFIC <br />ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $83,956 AND <br />APPROVE A BUDGET AMENDMENT IN THE MISCELLANEOUS OPERATING <br />GRANTS FUND IF AWARDED <br /> <br />SUMMARY <br />The State of California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) sponsors several grant programs to <br />improve the safety of the state’s streets and highways. The City seeks authorization to apply <br />for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant program to address unsafe driving <br />issues in the community. Awarded funds would be available from October 1, 2026, through <br />September 30, 2027. <br /> <br />RECOMMENDATION <br />Adopt a resolution to authorize the submittal of an application for the State of California Office <br />of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant for $83,956 and authorize the <br />City Manager to execute all documents, and appropriate $62,967 in grant revenues and <br />corresponding expenditures in the Miscellaneous Operating Grants Fund (Fund 116) in fiscal <br />year (FY) 2026-27 if the grant is approved. The remaining $20,989 will be included in the FY <br />2027-28 budget. <br /> <br />BACKGROUND <br />Pleasanton is bordered on three sides by two major freeways and one highway, all of which <br />are heavily traveled thoroughfares. The volume of cut-through traffic within the City increases <br />significantly when the highways experience long delays due to collisions or traffic. These <br />conditions create many challenges, which culminate in an increase in injury collisions; two of <br />the most significant issues are noted below. <br />Distracted Driving <br />Advancements in mobile technology are leading drivers to use their phones more frequently. <br />This mobile communication dependency contributes to distracted driving. When drivers are <br />distracted by their phones or other electronic devices, they may run red lights, illegally turn in <br />front of vehicles, or unknowingly increase the speed of the vehicle. <br /> <br />Bicycle Safety <br />The topography and amenities in Pleasanton attract many local and out-of-town bicycle <br />enthusiasts. Additionally, a significant number of school-age children ride bicycles to <br />elementary schools and junior high schools. Bicycle collision data involving youths suggests a <br />need to increase rider safety by educating youth on bicycle safety and awareness, and the <br />Page 4 of 214