The City will prepare a Pedestrian Master Plan starting this year. Sacramento County, as part of their transportation planning for new development is attempting to accommodate transit, bikeways, and pedestrian considerations. It is intended to provide comprehensive guidance for the growth in transportation needs through the year 2025, when population has been projected to grow by more than 1 million in the six counties. This effort will be modeled after the Sacramento Regional Water Forum at which representatives of stakeholders throughout the County will attempt to reach a consensus on transportation policies. This Collaborative will be mediated by the California Center for Public Dispute Resolution who provided this service for the Water Forum. .
Air quality remains a significant issue with respect to land use and transportation planning.
The Sacramento Region normally ranks among the nations 5 to 10 worst air quality regions The Ozone standard was exceeded four times in 1997 while standards permit a maximum of one. The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District monitors air quality and review proposed projects. Air quality is regulated and monitored by the California Air Resources Board who s State emission standards. The Environmental Protection Agency sets Federal air quality standards. They are preparing an updated facility Master Plan.