T-2.4: Require new multi-family projects to provide mobility amenities
Develop and adopt an ordinance requiring new multi-family development projects to install a car share or provide e-bikes/e-scooters to each new tenant.
Develop and adopt an ordinance requiring new multi-family development projects to install a car share or provide e-bikes/e-scooters to each new tenant.
Consistent with the Downtown Parking Management Plan and Downtown Specific Plan, adopt parking requirements into the Municipal code that are appropriate for a mixed-use, walkable, and transit-oriented district. Evaluate opportunities in the Downtown area to designate streets for transit only.
Adopt a policy or code into the Municipal code that establishes specific standards for new development of public space to be transit accessible and multi-functional by co-locating public facilities.
Continue to promote infill development and/or new development that is compact, mixed use, pedestrian friendly, and transit oriented.
Devote staff time to managing, tracking and applying for grant funding to complete projects that would improve active transportation or mobility in the community.
Based on the identified barriers to completing the Complete Streets Evaluation including limited staff and fiscal resources, develop strategies to reduce or eliminate barriers, such as identifying staff to assign the Complete Streets Evaluation to.
Ensure there is equitable access to safe bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure in all areas of the city. Prioritize the development of pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure in low-income communities where there is currently no or limited pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.
Partner with community groups to obtain funding through the California Air Resources Board Car Sharing and Mobility Options program for a pilot bike-share program in low-income communities and to connect low-income communities with the E-Bike Purchase Incentive Program through CalBike.
Partner with community organizations and local bike shops to provide rebates for low-income community members to purchase bicycles, helmets, pumps, e-bikes, e-scooters, and other related equipment. Work with community partners to provide incentives to promote bicycle, e-bike and e-scooter ownership.
Partner with schools, employers, transit agencies, Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD), and community groups to teach bicycle and pedestrian safety in schools and workplaces and to educate residents and businesses about the health and environmental benefits of walking, bicycling, and using public transit.