Task 1: Prepare the required Project Approval and Environmental Documentation (PAED) phase studies including preliminary engineering for the Paseo De Valencia and Cabot Road Active Transportation Enhancements project (Project). The PAED shall achieve the following goals: • Define the environmental study area and complete the necessary environmental analysis. • Comply with Chapter 6 of the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedure Manual (LAPM) leading to Project NEPA clearance and Project approval by the District Local Assistance Engineer. • Engage and solicit input from community stakeholders. • Complete topographic survey, base maps, geotechnical engineering and preliminary design for the Project necessary for all phases of this Project. • Complete geotechnical investigations and material testing necessary to support all phases of the project. • Complete Preliminary Engineering to the 35% level in support of the environmental review and future Task 2 to include evaluation of Project Alternatives and a Preferred Alternative Project selection.
