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i <br /> <br /> i <br /> i <br /> News Relel~,~ase CATS Update <br /> February 12, 1993 <br /> Page 2 <br /> The raft CATS update looks at land-use regulations, transit system <br /> enhancements, parking changes, improvements to bicycle and pedestrian <br /> facilities, and other policies and strategies to increase the use of <br /> nonautomobile transportation modes. <br /> One recommended land-use strategy to reduce automobile usage is the <br /> proposed creation of an alternative modes corridor zoning district. This <br /> type of istrict, combined with development incentives, would allow retention <br /> of the mixed use of the area but at higher densities. The intent is to <br /> create a efficient development pattern that supports transit use and is <br /> convenie t for bicyclists and pedestrians. <br /> The CATS update evaluates the feasibility of a transit-based shuttle <br /> system a d proposes exploration of funding sources and development of a <br /> cooperative planning process involving major employers and institutions. <br /> Par ing strategies are intended to increase incentives for the use of <br /> nonautom bile modes of transportation, as well as create greater flexibility <br /> for development in the CATS study area. For example, parking-exempt areas <br /> and redu ing the minimum parking requirements for new development is <br /> recommen ed. These types of actions would make walking, bicycling, transit <br /> use, and car/van pooling more attractive to people who currently drive <br /> downtown and park in the central area. <br /> Inc eased street sweeping, better signage, and expanding the striped, <br /> on-stree bike lane system in the central area are proposed strategies to <br /> encourag~ bicycling as a means of transportation. <br /> <br />