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Apr - 4. 2006 2:33PM CA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION No -5UH P . 3 � J Mr. Hatef April 4, 2006 Page 2 • The Department endeavors to maintain a target level of service (LOS) at the transition between LOS C and LOS D on State highway facilities, including intersections (see Appendix "C-3" of the TIS guide). If an intersection is currently below LOS "C," any increase in delay from project-generated traffic should be analyzed and mitigated, The LOS for operating State highway facilities is based upon measures of effectiveness (MOE) (see Appendix "C-2" of the Guide). If an existing State highway facility is operating at less than this target LOS, the existing MOE should be maintained. • To avoid delay during the Department's review of the TIS, please provide in an electronic format the traffic microsimulation software files (both input and output) that were used to develop the TIS.. • The Department recommends that the Lead Agency encourage the developer to submit a scope of work for conducting the TIS prior to circulating the local development application for comment in order to expedite the Department's review. The Department is available is discuss assumptions, data requirements, study scenarios, and analysis methodologies prior to beginning the TIS. This will help insure that a quality TIS is prepared.. • This proposed development may not create a major impact on state facilities when considered by itself. However,when combined with the cumulative impacts of other existing and proposed development in this area, the resulting traffic will contribute to the significant congestion. forecasted to the SR-12 mainline and at the intersection of SR-1.2/Star Street. Therefore, the Department recommends the collection of impact fees on a "Fair Share" basis for future improvements to these facilities. If you have any questions or would Re to discuss our comments in more detail, please contact Dan Brewer at(209) 948-7142 (e-mail: dan.brewer(a,dot.ca.gov) or me at (209) 941-1921. Sincerely, TOM DUMAS, Chief Office of Intermodal Planning "('alirvu improves mobility across Callrornla"