FAQ Topic: Implementation

Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL N-3: Protect sensitive land uses from airport related noise impacts. 3.1 Aircraft altitude standards. Continue working with the Federal Aviation Administration to determine appropriate altitude standards for aircraft flying over congested areas, taking into account public health and safety. PBA Ongoing 3.2 Helicopter noise. Continue cooperation with the … Continued

An implementation plan is a coordinated series of actions the City desires to take in the future that are intended to advance, over the long term, the City’s Shared Vision, Core Values, and the General Plan goals and policies. An implementation plan is thus a follow-up measure for this element. Taken as a whole, these … Continued

Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL N-2: Reduce the impact of known sources of noise and vibration. 2.1  Alternative paving. Evaluate the use of alternative paving materials that can reduce traffic noise, as feasible, depending on roadway conditions and cost-efficiency. PWA 2024 2.2 Freeways. Continue cooperation with Caltrans in the planning of noise attenuation … Continued

Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame Goal N-1: Ensure that existing and future land uses are compatible with current and projected local and regional noise conditions. 1.1 City equipment. As feasible and practical, new equipment purchased by the City will meet noise performance standards consistent with the best available noise reduction technology. PWA/Finance Ongoing … Continued