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People St d. Conduct outreach to revise existing Preferential Parking District (PPD) policies in order to better integrate the needs of all stakeholders in a neighborhood parking plan e. Update policies and guidelines for accessible parking in residential areas 15 Support Alternative Fuel Program in Parking Facilities Accommodating alternative fuel vehicles not only directly benefits the quality of the air we breathe, but it is also an important step in encouraging innovation and supporting the widespread adoption of new technology. Pedestrian-centered activity is shown to foster a greater sense of community, and local businesses benefit as more pedestrians frequent neighborhoods that accommodate them Through the LADOT People St program, communities can transform underused areas of LA’s largest public asset—our 7,500 miles of city streets—into active, vibrant, and accessible public space. Three innovative types of projects are available: Plazas, Parklets, and Bicycle Corrals. These projects also encourage increased levels of walking and bicycling, all the while supporting economic vitality. People St offers an application-based process for community partners to receive approval to install these amenities. Community partners can build neighborhood support for projects like these, helping provide and fund long-term management, maintenance, and operations. People St projects are affordable, can be completed in months rather than years, and provide immediate benefits to communities. a. Implement electric vehicle charger program in city-owned parking facilities 23