City of Morgan Hill Station Area Master Plan - February 2018

Station Area Master Plan – Transportation Context

Other communities throughout the Bay Area are using TNC services to support more traditional bus service. The Livermore-Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) has entered into agreements with Lyft and Uber to provide service to customers in low density areas where it is not feasible to operate fixed-route bus service and in areas where their buses cannot operate. The cities of Foster City and San Mateo have partnered with Scoop Technologies to provide subsidized carpool trips to anyone who works or lives in either community. Private Rideshare and Bus Service Toolbox Transportation Network Companies and private bus service offer flexible transportation alternatives to Morgan Hill, especially for individuals who do not own or have access to a vehicle. Some related tools include: • Working with TNCs to develop a campaign to increase the supply of drivers, possibly attracting those who currently volunteer as drivers for charities such as Meals on Wheels, to increase the supply of TNC vehicles and services. • Working with VTA to provide subsidized TNC rides to areas without frequent transit service. • Exploring opportunities with private shuttle companies to provide additional services in Morgan Hill. Parking This section provides information on the parking supply and demand within the Downtown Specific Plan area based on information from the “Morgan Hill Downtown Parking Conditions Study”, prepared by Hexagon Transportation Consultants, Inc. and dated February 26, 2016 and current development proposals. Parking Supply The acceptable walking distance limit standard from parking locations to destinations is within a quarter-mile to a half-mile. This standard is used throughout the United States and has been a standard in California for all types of urban environments since the late 1980’s.

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