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2001/07/18 - Agenda Packet
RANCH,O¢ . CAMONGA !1050¢ CiVic 6~enter~B'rive Rancho Cu¢~rnghgaPG^ 0~730 ~it; Offi~(~7-~70; AGENDAS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT CITY COUNCIL REGULAR iVIEETINGS: 1sT and 3rd Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. JULY 18, 2001 A~encv, Board & City Council Members William J. Alexander .................... Mayor Diane Williams ............... Mayor Pro Tem Paul Biane ............................... Member Grace Curatalo ......................... Member Bob Dutton .............................. Member Jack Lam ......................... City Manager James L. iVlarkman ............. City Attorney Debra J. Adams ..................... City Clerk ORDER OF BUSINESS 5:30 p.m. Closed Session .................................. Tapia Conference Room 7:00 p.m. Regular Redevelopment Agency Meeting ...... Council Chambers Regular Fire Protection District iVleeting... Council Chambers Regular City Council Meeting ...................... Council Chambers City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 1 All items submitted for the City Council Agenda must be in writing. The deadline for submitting these items is 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, one week prior to the meeting. The City Clerk's Office receives all such items. A. CALL TO ORDER 1. Roll Call: Alexander Biane __, Curatalo__ Dutton , and Williams__ B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS 1. Demonstration of the Community Services Department's new Web Site, "RCPARK.Com ." 2. Presentation of City Championship trophies to the Tigers Little League Baseball Team, Major Division. C.~. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC This is the time and place for the general public to address the City Council. State law prohibits the City Council from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The City Council may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are to be limited to five minutes per individual. D..~. CONSENT CALENDAR The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They will be acted upon by the Council at one time without discussion. Any item may be removed by a Councilmember or member of the audience for discussion. 1. Approval of Minutes: May 16, 2001 June 6, 2001 (Curatalo absent) June 6, 2001 (Special Study Session Curatalo absent) June 6, 2001 (Adjourned Study Session Curatalo absent) June 7, 2001 (Adjourned Meeting Curatalo absent) June 14, 2001 (Adjourned Meeting Curatalo absent) June 20, 2001 (Dutton absent) 2. Approval of Warrants, Register Nos. 6/13/01, 6/20/01, 6/27/01 and 7/3/01 and Payroll ending 6/17/01 and 7/2/01 for the total amount of $4,543,676.73. City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 2 3. Approve to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of June 30, 38 2001. 4. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for 44 Access Ramp Improvements generally located along Hermosa Avenue and Lemon Avenue, to be funded from Account Nos. 11763035650/1150176-0 and 12143035650/1017214-0. RESOLUTION NO. 01-166 47 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE "ACCESS RAMP IMPROVEMENTS GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG HERMOSA AVENUE AND LEMON AVENUE" IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS 5. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the 51 Traffic Signal and Safety Lighting at Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive Improvement Project, to be funded from Account No. 11243035650/1253124-0. 53 RESOLUTION NO. 01-167 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT MILLIKEN AVENUE AND VINTAGE DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS 6. Approval of Map, Improvement Agreement, Improvement Securities, 57 Monumentation Cash Deposit and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 4 for Parcel Map 15349, located at the northeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Church Street, submitted by LDC Cougar, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company. RESOLUTION NO. 01-168 60 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP 15349, IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES AND MONUMENTATION CASH DEPOSIT City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 3 RESOLUTION NO. 01-169 61 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 4 FOR PARCEL MAP 15349 7. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security, and 69 Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6, for DR 99-77 located on the southeast corner of 6th Street and Hermosa Avenue, submitted by Cabot Industrial Properties, L.P. RESOLUTION NO. 01-170 72 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DR 99-77 RESOLUTION NO. 01-171 73 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 6 FOR DR 99-77 8. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security, and 82 Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 4 for Development Review 00-46, located on the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue, submitted by Western Land Properties. RESOLUTION NO. 01-172 8§ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 00-46 City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 4 RESOLUTION NO. 01-173 86 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 4 FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 00-46 9. Approval to accept the bids received, appropriate additional funds, and 102 award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $560,966.93 ($509,969.94 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, All American Asphalt, for the Construction of the FY 2000/2001 Local Street Rehabilitation-Overlay Project, to be funded from AB 2928 Traffic Congestion Relief Funds, Account N o. 11823035650/1022182-0. 10. Approval of a proposal for co-sponsorship of the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce Grape Harvest Festival scheduled for October 5 105 - 7, 2001. 11. Approval of an Amended Agreement with the County of San Bernardino 109 for Animal Shelter Operations (CO 96-048) not to exceed $305,600 and approval of a budget appropriation of $45,000 to fund State Mandated Shelter Programs. 12. Approval of a Contract with Deloitte & Touche (CO 01-063) for the 111 development of an Information Technology Master Plan, 13. Approval of an Agreement with AT&T (CO 01-064) for the relocation of 1 12 the Wireless Facility at Windrows Park and Sub-Lease Agreement with the City Redevelopment Agency (CO RA 01-023). E. CONSENT ORDINANCES The following Ordinances have had public hearings at the time of first reading. Second readings are expected to be routine and non- controversial. The Council will act them upon at one time without discussion. The City Clerk will read the title. Any item can be removed for discussion. 1. CONSIDERATION OF A ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY 114 FACILITIES DISTRICT 2001-01 AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 5 ORDINANCE NO. 658 (second reading) 114 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 AND AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN EACH OF IMPROVEMENT AREAS NO. 1, 2, AND 3 OF SUCH DISTRICT 2. CONSIDERATION OF VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRCVCPA01-02 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend various sections of the Victoria Community Plan for consistency with the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and the Mixed Use Land Use Designation. ORDINANCE NO. 659 (second reading) 157 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRCVCPA01-02, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE VICTORIA ARBORS MASTER PLAN AND THE MIXED USE LAND USE DESIGNATION, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF 3. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 91-1 AND IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 1, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 490 AND ORDINANCE 502 ORDINANCE NO. 660 (second reading) 160 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 91-01 (VICTORIA COMMUNITY) AND IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 1 THEREIN AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 490 AND ORDINANCE NO. 5O2 City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 6 F.~. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required by law. The Chair will open the meeting to receive public testimony. 1. CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND 162 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02A - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the nodheast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue - APN: 227-351-65. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (CONTINUED FROM DECEMBER 20, 2000) CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02 - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the Victoria Community Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider Community Plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediately area - APN: 227-351-65. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (CONTINUED FROM DECEMBER 20, 2000) CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02C - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for appreximately .24 acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02A, Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (CONTINUED FROM DECEMBER 20, 2000) CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the Victoria Community Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for .24 acre adjacent to the ease side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the nodheast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider community plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02A, Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, and General Plan Amendment 002-02C. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (CONTINUED FROM DECEMBER 20, 2000) City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 7 RESOLUTION NO. 01-174 221 a RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02A, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL FOR 1.244 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND HIGHLAND AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 227-881-01 ORDINANCE NO. 661 (first reading) 225 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL FOR 1.244 ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND HIGHLAND AVENUE, AND MAKING TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE DESCRIPTION OF THE VILLAGE COMMERCIAL DESIGNATION, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 227-881-01 RESOLUTION NO. 01-175 230 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02C, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL FOR .24 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED NEAR THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND HIGHLAND AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 8 ORDINANCE NO. 662 (first reading) 234 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-03, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL FOR .24 ACRE OF LAND LOCATED NEAR THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND HIGHLAND AVENUE, AND MAKING TEST AMENDMENTS TO THE DESCRIPTION OF THE VILLAGE COMMERCIAL DESIGNATION, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF 2. CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND 238 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01B - BURNETT COMPANIES - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Industrial Park to Mixed Use for approximately 18.5 acres located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard (APN: 208-331-01, 24, 25, and 26) and from Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) to Mixed Use for approximately 13 acres, located 630 feet west of Haven Avenue on the north side of Civic Center Drive (APN: 208-331-24 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26). Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Related files: Development District Amendment DRCDDA01-01 and Development Code Amendment DRCDCA01-01. CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT DRCDD101-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES - A request to change the zoning districts from Industrial Park to Mixed Use for approximately 18.5 acres, located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard (APN: 208-331-01 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26), and from Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) to Mixed use for approximately 13 acres of land, located 630 feet west of Haven Avenue on the nodh side of Civic Center Drive, and establish industrial District Subarea 19 for the entire 31-acre site. (APN: 208- 331-24 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26). Related files: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B and Development Code Amendment DRCDCA01-01. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 9 CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRCDCA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES - A request to establish development standards for the Mixed Use designation of Subarea 19 of the Industrial Districts section for approximately 31.5 acres of land, located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-331-01, 24, 25, and 26. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B and Development District Amendment DRCDDA01- 01. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. RESOLUTION NO. 01-176 :304 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01B, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT AND MAP PROVISIONS FROM INDUSTRIAL PARK TO MIXED USE FOR APPROXIMATELY 18.5 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HAVEN AVENUE AND FOOTHILL BOULEVARD (APN: 208-331-01 AND PORTIONS OF 208-331-25 AND 26) AND FROM MEDIUM-HIGH RESIDENTIAL (14-24 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO MIXED USE FOR APPROXIMATELY 13 ACRES, LOCATED 630 FEET WEST OF HAVEN AVENUE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CIVIC CENTER DRIVE (APN: 208-331-24 AND PORTIONS OF 208-331-25 AND 26), AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF ORDINANCE NO. 663 (first reading) 314 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO GUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT DRCDDA01-01, TO AMEND THE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT MAP FROM INDUSTRIAL PARK TO MIXED USE FOR APPROXIMATELY 18.5 ACRES, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HAVEN AVENUE AND FOOTHILL BOULEVARD (APN: 208-331-01 AND PORTIONS OF 25 AND 26) AND FROM MEDIUM-HIGH RESIDENTIAL (14-24 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO MIXED USE FOR APPROXIMATELY 13 ACRES LOCATED 830 FEET WEST OF HAVEN AVENUE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CIVIC CENTER DRIVE (APN: 208-331-24 AND PORTIONS OF 25 AND 26), ESTABLISHING SUBAREA 19 WITHIN THE INDUSTRIAL City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 10 DISTRICTS FOR THE COMBINED MIXED USE SITE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF ORDINANCE NO. 664 (first reading) 324 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRCDCA01-01, TO ESTABLISH A MIXED USE DISTRICT LISTING AND INDUSTRIAL SUBAREA 19, WITH ACCOMPANYING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS BY AMENDING SECTIONS 17.08.030.F AND 17.30.080 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA DEVELOPMENT CODE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF 3. CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND 327 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01A- ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT - A request to change the land use designation from Public Facilities-Park to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles nodh of Highland Avenue - APN: Portion of 225-07-67. Related file: Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 and Tentative Tract 16100. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRCENSPA01- 01 - ETiWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT - A request to change the land use designation from Open Space to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue- APN: Portion of 225~07-67. Related file: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B and Tentative Tract 16100. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. RESOLUTION NO. 01-177 373 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01A, TO AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP FROM PUBLIC FACILITIES-PARK TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) FOR APPROXIMATELY 11.5 ACRES LOCATED AT THE FUTURE EXTENSION OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD, APPROXIMATELY 1.3 MILES NORTH OF HIGHLAND AVENUE. APN: PORTION OF 225-07-67, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 11 ORDINANCE 665 (first reading) 382 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRCENSPA01-01, TO AMEND THE ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN LAND USE MAP FROM OPEN SPACE TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) FOR APPROXIMATELY 11.5 ACRES LOCATED AT THE FUTURE EXTENSION OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD, APPROXIMATELY 1.3 MILES NORTH OF HIGHLAND AVENUE. APN: PORTION OF 225-07-67, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF 4. CONSIDERATION OF SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT 391 REPORT AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 01-01 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to recommend approval for a Development Agreement for approximately 240 acres of land generally located nodh of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51, and 225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bemardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Annexation 01-01, Etiwanda Nodh Specific Plan Amendment 01-02, and General Plan Amendment 01-01 D. CONSIDERATION OF SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01D - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Utility Corridor and Very Low Residential (less than 2 dwelling units per acre) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225- 071-37, 48, 50, and 51, and 225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Development Agreement 01-01, Annexation 01-01, and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02. City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 12 CONSIDERATION Of SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC - A request to change the Etiwanda North Specific Plan zoning designation from Utility Corridor and Very Low Residential (less than 2 dwelling units per acre) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25TM Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51, and 225-081- 09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. In conjunction with this project the City of Rancho Cucamonga is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Development Agreement 01-01, Annexation 01-01, and General Plan Amendment 01-01D. ORDINANCE NO. 666 (first reading) 412 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AS CERTIFIED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND CERTIFYING A SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SEIR) AND STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS AS PREPARED BY THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 01-01, A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE'I'WEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND A & J RESOURCES, INC., FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING AN APPROXIMATELY 240- ACRE SITE WITH UP TO 632 RESIDENTIAL LOTS, FOR PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN DAY CREEK CHANNEL AND ETIWANDA AVENUE NORTH OF 25TM STREET - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, AND 51, 225-081-09, 14, AND 15 RESOLUTION NO. 01-178 415 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AS CERTIFIED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND CERTIFYING A SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SEIR) AND STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS AS PREPARED BY THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01D, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 I3 DESIGNATION FOR ONE PARCEL OF LAND TOTALING 16.65 ACRES IN SIZE FROM UTILITY CORRIDOR TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) AND FOR SIX PARCELS OF LAND TOTALING 212.1 ACRES IN SIZE FROM VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL (1-2 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), FOR PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN DAY CREEK. CHANNEL AND ETIWANDA AVENUE AND NORTH OF 25TM STREET, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, AND 51,225-081-09, 14, AND 15 ORDINANCE NO. 667 (first reading) 419 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AS CERTIFIED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND CERTIFYING A SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SEIR) AND STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS AS PREPARED BY THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND APPROVING ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 01-02, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE DISTRICT DESIGNATION FOR ONE PARCEL OF LAND TOTALING 16.65 ACRES IN SIZE FROM UTILITY CORRIDOR TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) AND FOR SIX PARCELS OF LAND TOTALING 212.1 ACRES IN SIZE FROM VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL (1-2 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), FOR PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN DAY CREEK CHANNEL AND ETIWANDA AVENUE AND NORTH OF 25TM STREET, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, AND 51,225-081-09, 14, AND 15 City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 14 G._:. PUBLIC HEARINGS The following items have no legal publication or posting requirements. The Chair will open the meeting to receive public testimony. No Items Submitted. H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS The following items do not legally require any public testimony, although the Chair may open the meeting for public input. 1. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF 423 THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGAI CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3.48 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE TO REDUCE THE UTILITY USER'S FEES TO ZERO ORDINANCE NO. 558-E (first reading) 424 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3.48 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO UTILITY USER'S FEES I_. COUNCIL BUSINESS The following items have been requested by the City Council for discussion. They are not public hearing items, although the Chair may open the meeting for public input. 1. CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 427 SUB-COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATIONS TO FILL VACANCIES 2. PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES 430 UPDATE 3. UPDATE ON CABLE TELEVISION UPGRADE {ORAL) J. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING This is the time for City Council to identify the items they wish to discuss at the next meeting. These items will not be discussed at this meeting, only identified for the next meeting. City Council Agenda July 18, 2001 15 K. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC This is the time and place for the general public to address the City Council. State law prohibits the city Council from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Council may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are to be limited to five minutes per individual. L. ADJOURNMENT I, Debra J. Adams, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted on July 12, 2001, seventy two (72) hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive. May 16, 2001 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Regular Meetinq A. CALLTO ORDER A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, May 16, 2001 in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 7:17 p.m. by President William J. Alexander. Present were Boardmembers: Paul Biane, Grace Curatalo, Bob Dutton, Diane Williams and Mayor William J. Alexander. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director; Kathy Wahlstrom, RDA Analyst; Larry Temple, Administrative Services Director; Ingrid Bruce, GIS Supervisor; Lorraine Phong, Information Systems Analyst; Michael Toy, Information Systems Specialist; Brad Buller, City Planner; Bill Makshanoff, Building Official; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Michelle Dawson, Management Analyst III; Robert Lemon, Assistant Engineer; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst Ill; Chief Dennis Michael, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Captain Rodney Hoops, Police Department; Duane Baker, Assistant to the City Manager; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS B1. Recognition of Rancho Cucamonga Police Department Explorer Post for their participation in the Annual Colorado River Explorer Competition. Captain Rodney Hoops introduced the explorers. B2. Presentation of a Proclamation declaring May 20-26 as Public Works Week. Mayor Alexander presented the Proclamation to Richard Marin and Ron Jamerson. Richard Marin informed everyone about Public Works Week at the 9th Street Yard this weekend and invited everyone to attend. C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC C1. Linda Lapham pointed out the City is beautiful, but felt something should be done about the newsstand at the southwest corner of Highland and Sapphire. Counoilmember Williams stated it was approved by the Supreme Court that the City cannot do anything to stop these because it is freedom of speech. City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page 2 Bill Makshanoff, Building Official, stated there is an Ordinance in place regulating these only in the public right-of-way. Councilmember Williams stated she agreed these were very ugly and asked if the regulations have changed. James Markman, City Attorney, stated they can look into this, but added there is very little the City can do about this unless there is a safety issue involved or it is creating site problems for motorists. Mayor Alexander stated the City will do everything it can to help with this problem. C2. John Lyons of Etiwanda talked about comments from a foreign exchange student who stated he felt Rancho Cucamonga was beautiful and like paradise. He talked how important he felt it was that the new Fire Station was approved tonight. He also mentioned the new Albertson's on Foothill and Carnelian and felt it was an improvement to the City. C3. Mayor Alexander stated the Alta Loma Riding Club had submitted a letter supporting the Rails to Trails Project and felt it was a good idea for the whole community. D. CONSENT CALENDAR D1. Approval of Warrants, Register Nos. 4/24/01 through 5/2/01 and Payroll ending 4/22/01 for the total amount of $3,387,818.99. D2. Approve to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of April 30, 2001. D3. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Beryl Park Tot Lot and Irrigation Renovation Project. RESOLUTION NO. 01-102 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE BERYL PARK TOT LOT RENOVATION PROJECT IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS D4. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Heritage Park Tot Lot Renovation Project. RESOLUTION NO. 01-103 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE HERITAGE PARK TOT LOT RENOVATION PROJECT IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page $ D5. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Local Street Pavement Rehabilitation - Overlay of Various Streets, to be funded from Account No. 118256501022 (AB 2928 Traffic Congestion Relief). RESOLUTION NO. 01-104 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF LOCAL STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION - OVERLAY IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS D6. Approval to adopt the amended budget for Fiscal Year 2000/2001. D7. Approval to reject all bids received for renovation of the Epicenter Stadium Field, previously approved to be funded from 1700201-5302. D8. Approval to purchase six IBM Netfinity Servers and one backup system (hardware & software) for the amount of $88,000.00 from Account No. 1714~001-5605. D9. Approval of City co-sponsorship with the Daily Bulletin for the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin All Star Game at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter on June 11th (practice date) and June 12th (game date), 2001. DIO. Approval of Vacation of Excess Portion of Center Avenue (V-176) - Metal Coaters of California - a request to Vacate Excess Portion of Center Avenue Between 7th and 6t~ Streets - APN: 209-262-13- Related File: MDR 00-19. RESOLUTION NO. 01-105 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE SUMMARY VACATION OF EXCESS STREET EASEMENT ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF 7TM STREET AND CENTER AVENUE, V-176 -APN: 209-262-13. RELATED FILE: MDR 00- 19 Dll. Approval of Resolutions of the City Council authorizing Transportation Equity Act and Bicycle Transportation Account grant applications for funding of the Pacific Inland Empire Trail project. REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY WILLIAMS, RESOLUTION NO. 01-106 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMQNGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PACIFIC ELECTRIC INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL MASTER PLAN City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page 4 RESOLUTION NO. 01-107 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION EQUITY ACT FOR THE 21sT CENTURY STATEWlDE TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS PROGRAM FUNDING FOR THE PACIFIC ELECTRIC INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL PROJECT RESOLUTION NO. 01-108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE CALIFORNIA BICYCLE TRANSPORTATION ACT, BICYCLE TRANSPORTATION ACCOUNT, PROGRAM FUNDING FOR THE PACIFIC ELECTRIC INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL PROJECT D12. Approval of an Agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and Central School District (CO 01-034) relating to the joint use of the Cucamonga Middle School Gymnasium Facility. RESOLUTION NO. 01-109 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT BETVVEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND THE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT RELATING TO THE CUCAMONGA MIDDLE SCHOOL GYMNASIUM D13. Approval of a Cooperative Agreement between the City, the Redevelopment Agency and Central School District (CO 01-035) for advance payment of Tax Increment Share for the development of a Joint Use Gymnasium project. D14. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $76,305.90 ($69,369.00 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, All American Asphalt (CO 01-036), for the construction of the Terra Vista Parkway Pavement Rehabilitation from Church Street to Spruce Avenue, to be funded from Traffic Congestion Relief Funds, Account No. 11823035650/1326182-0. D15. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $140,415.00 ($127,650.00 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, Andre Landscape Service (CO 01-037), for Renovation of Two Soccer Fields at Red Hill Community Park, to be funded from Account No. 1120305-5650/1244-120-0. City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page 5 D16. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $547,805.17 ($498,004.70 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, California Pavement Maintenance Company, Inc., (CO 01-038), for the Construction of the FY 2000/2001 Local Street Pavement Rehabilitation (Slurry Seal) and Parking Lot Resurfacing (Seal Coat) Various Locations, to be funded from Measure I Funds, Account No. 11763035650/1022176-0 ($414,000.00), Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 Funds, Account No. 1131303565011063131-0 ($58,000.00), Landscape Maintenance District No. 3-B Funds, Account No. 11333035650/1000133-0 ($55,200.00), RDA Funds, Account No. 26248015602 ($12,000.00), and Capital Reserve Funds, Account No. 10250015650/1000025-0 ($25,000.00). D17. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $118,321.28 ($107,564.80 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, Laird Construction Co., Inc., (CO 01-039), for the Construction of the Lemon Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation from Carnelian Street to Beryl Street, to be funded from Measure I Funds, Account No. 11763035650/1266176-0. D18. Approval of an Acquisition Agreement (CO 01-040) for the City to acquire off-site property, security and deposits for Rancho Etiwanda, the revised University Project, generally located north of Highland Avenue, east of the Day Creek Channel and west of Bluegrass (Hanley) Avenue - Tentative Tract Map 14493 through 14498, 14522, 14523, 15838 and 15902, submitted by U.C.P. Incorporated. RESOLUTION NO. 01-110 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN ACQUISITION AGREEMENT FOR OFF-SITE PROPERTY, SECURITY, AND DEPOSIT FOR RANCHO ETIWANDA, THE REVISED UNIVERSITY PROJECT FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 14493 THROUGH 14498, 14522, 14523, 15838 AND 15902, FROM U.C.P. INCORPORATED AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO SIGN SAME D19. Approval of a Supplemental Settlement Agreement (CO 01-041) with the County of San Bernardino relating to Criminal Justice Administrative Fees. D20. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for Improvements for Tract 14207, submitted by H & W Concordia RC-28, LLC, located on Wilson Avenue, west of Beryl Street and south of Heritage Park. RESOLUTION NO. 01-11 '~ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 14207 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D21. Approval to accept Storm Drain Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for Improvements for Tract 14459, submitted by Alta Loma One and Two, a Joint Venture, located on the southeast corner of Archibald and Lemon Avenues. City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page 6 RESOLUTION NO. 01-112 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 14459 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D22. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for Improvements for Tract 14509, submitted by ICSWH Hermosa, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company, located on the east side of Hermosa Avenue, south of Wilson Avenue. RESOLUTION NO. 01-113 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 14509 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D23. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond and file a Notice of Completion for Improvements for CUP 96-14, submitted by Lewis Development Company, located on the northwest corner of Rochester Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. RESOLUTION NO. 01-114 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR CUP 96-14 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D24. Approval to accept Improvement, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance Bond and file a Notice of Completion for Improvements for Tract 15970, submitted by Reiny Schneider, located on the northwest corner of Hellman Avenue and Pepperidge Lane. RESOLUTION NO. 01-115 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 15970 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D25. ,~pproval to accept the Carnelian Street Pavement Rehabilitation from Vineyard Avenue to 1550 North, Contract No. 01-008 as complete, release the Bonds, accept a Maintenance Bond, and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final Contract amount of $111,654.12. City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page ? RESOLUTION NO. 01-116 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE CARNELIAN STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM VINEYARD AVENUE TO 1550 NORTH, CONTRACT NO. 01-008 AS COMPLETE AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D26. Approval to accept the Monte Vista Street Improvements project from Amethyst Street to Amhibald Avenue, Contract No. 00-091 as complete, release the Bonds, accept a Maintenance Bond, and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final Contract amount of $321,474.45. RESOLUTION NO. 01-117 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE MONTE VISTA STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT FROM AMETHYST STREET TO ARCHIBALD AVENUE, CONTRACT NO. 00-091 AS COMPLETE AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Williams to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar with the exception of item Dll. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. Discussion of item 11. Approval of Resolutions of the City Council authorizing Transportation Equity Act and Bicycle Transportation Account grant applications for funding of the Pacific Inland Empire Trail project. Councilmember Williams asked if there was anyone from the audience that wanted to speak about this issue. Bob Curtis, Friends of Pacific Trails, asked that the Councii approve this. MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Dutton to approve Item Dll. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. E. CONSENT ORDINANCES El. ADDENDUM TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND SUBAREA 18 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 00-04 - FAIRFIELD APARTMENTS - A request to amend Planning Area 6 of the Subarea 18 Specific Plan to allow multiple family residential development at a density range of 24 to 30 dwelling units per acre, located on the north side of 4~h Street, west of Milliken Avenue- APN: 210-082-46. City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page 8 ORDINANCE NO. 656 (second reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SUBAREA 18 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 00-04 TO AMEND PLANNING AREA VI TO ALLOW MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AT A DENSITY RANGE OF 24 TO 30 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF 4TM STREET, WEST OF MILLIKEN AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -APN: 210- 082-46 Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 656. MOTION: Moved by Wdliams, seconded by Biane to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No. 656. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. F. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEMS FI, F2, AND F3 WERE CONSIDERED AT ONE TIME, Fl. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE PARK AND RECREATION IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (PD-85) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 (NO INCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE IS PROPOSED) Staff report presented by Robert Lemon, Assistant Engineer Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. There being no response, the public hearing was closed. RESOLUTION NO. 01-118 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE PARK AND RECREATION IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. PD-85 (HERITAGE AND RED HILL COMMUNITY PARKS) FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 MOTOIN: Moved by Biane, seconded by Alexander to approve Resolution Nos. 01-118, 01-119 and 01-120. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page 9 F2. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS WITHIN STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS NOS. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 AND 8 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 (NO INCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE IS PROPOSED) SEE DISCUSSION UNDER FI. RESOLUTION NO. 01-119 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS NOS. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 AND 8 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 F3. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS NOS. 1, 2, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 AND 9 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 (NO INCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE IS PROPOSED) SEE DISCUSSION UNDER Fl, RESOLUTION NO. 01-120 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS NOS. 1, 2, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 AND 9 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 G. PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEMS G1 THROUGH G7 WERE CONSIDERED AT ONE TIME. Gl. APPROVAL TO SET ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000-02 (RANCHO CUCAMONGA CORPORATE PARK) Staff report presented by Ingrid Bruce, GIS Supervisor. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. There being no response, the public hearing was closed. City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page ]0 RESOLUTION NO. 01-121 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RE-ESTABLISHING ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000-02 (RANCHO CUCAMONGA CORPORATE PARK) MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Williams to approve Resolution Nos. 01-121, 01-122, 01-123, 01-124, 01-125, 01-126 and 01-127. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. G2. APPROVAL TO SET ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000~01 (SOUTH ETIWANDA) SEE DISCUSSION UNDER RESOLUTION NO. 01-122 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RE-ESTABLISHiNG ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000-01 (SOUTH ETIWANDA) G3. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AN ANNUAL LEVY WITHIN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 93-1~ (MASI PLAZA) AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF ROCHESTER AVENUE AND FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, DRAINAGE AREA NO. 91-2, (DAY CANYON DRAINAGE BASIN) AND REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1999-1 WITHOUT AN INCREASE TO THE CURRENT RATE SEE DISCUSSION UNDER Gl. RESOLUTION NO. 01-123 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RE-AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF AN ASSESSMENT SURCHARGE FOR THE EXPENSES INCURRED IN THE COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS IN VARIOUS SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS G4. APPROVAL TO SET ANNUAL BENEFIT ASSESSMENTS FOR DRAINAGE AREA NO. 91-2 (DAY CANYON DRAINAGE BASIN) WITHOUT AN INCREASE TO THE CURRENT RATE SEE DISCUSSION UNDER City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page ] ! RESOLUTION NO. 01-124 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THE COST OF SERVICE TO BE FINANCED BY BENEFIT ASSESSMENTS TO BE LEVEED IN DRAINAGE AREA NO. 91-2 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001-2002 AND DETERMINING AND IMPOSING SUCH BENEFIT ASSESSMENTS G5. APPROVAL TO SET ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-2 (DRAINAGE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT) AT CURRENT LEVELS WITH NO INCREASE SEE DISCUSSION UNDER Gl. RESOLUTION NO. 01-125 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RE-ESTABLISHING ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-2 (DRAINAGE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT) G6. APPROVAL TO SET ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 84-1 (DAY CREEK DRAINAGE SYSTEM) WITHOUT AN INCREASE TO THIS CURRENT RATE SEE DISCUSSION UNDER Gl. RESOLUTION NO. 01-126 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RE-ESTABLISHING ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 84-1 (DAY CREEK DRAINAGE SYSTEM) G7. APPROVAL TO SET ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 93-3 (FOOTHILL MARKETPLACE) WITHOUT AN INCREASE TO THE CURRENT RATE SEE DISCUSSION UNDER Gl. RESOLUTION NO. 01-127 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RE-ESTABLISHING ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 93-3 (FOOTHILL MARKETPLACE) City Council Minutes May 16, 2001 Page 12 H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS No Items Submitted. I. COUNCIL BUSINESS I1. PARK, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE ACTION: Report received and filed. 12. DISCUSSION OF CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND SUBCOMMI'I-FEES The Council reviewed the list of subcommittees. The agreed upon list is on file in the City Clerk's office. J. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING J'l. Mayor Alexander asked for a report to come back about what is going to happen on the east side of the City along Route 66. K. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC KI. Captain Hoops reported Frank Gonzales' father is very ill and wanted to wish he and his family the best. L. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Williams to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debra J. Adams, CMC City Clerk Approved: * June 6, 2001 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Regular Meetinq A, CALLTO ORDER A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, June 6, 2001 in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 7:51 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander. Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, Bob Dutton, Diane Williams and Mayor William J. Alexander. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; Linda Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director; Mitch Slagerman, Sr. RDA Analyst; Flavio Nunez, Assistant RDA Analyst; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Brad Buller, City Planner, Bill Makshanoff, Building Official; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Shelly Munson, Information Systems Specialist; Lorraine Phong, Information Systems Analyst; Chief Dennis Michael, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Captain Rodney Hoops, Police Department; James C. Frost, City Treasurer; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. Absent was Councilmember: Grace Curatalo B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS B1. Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation to Emilie Clark and Vincent Ledesma, in appreciation of their lobbying efforts at the State Capitol to increase State Legislators awareness of the importance of library services to students. Deborah Clark, Library Director, told about Legislative Day in Sacramento and introduced the students that participated with staff. Councilmember Williams told about the great job the students did in their meetings with the legislators. Certificates of Achievement were presented to the students. B2. Presentation of a Proclamation to the Rancho Cucamonga High School Cougars Softball Team for their CIF Division I Championship. Coach Lindensmith and the team were called up. The coach introduced the team. Certificates were distributed to all of the team members. Mayor Alexander presented a Proclamation to the coach and team. C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC C1. Jim Frost, City Treasurer, stated he felt there was still some misunderstanding about how the tax increment works as it relates to the RDA plan amendment. He tried to clarify some of the points made earlier by the speakers. He pointed out there is no increase in taxes to the residents of the City. City Council Minutes June 6, 2001 Page 2 C2. Michel]e Allen, 11039 Shiloh Court, stated she wanted to express her concern about a green cable box left in her front yard by Charter Communications. She stated the previous box was level with the ground and now it is not. She also had pictures for the Council to see. She stated they have offered to put plants around the box, but stated she did not want that. She felt this should be level with the ground and felt she should have been contacted and offered options for this situation. She asked what recourse she has and felt she has no rights. Councilmember Biane stated he is on the Council Cable Subcommittee and approved this type of box. He stated when he met with Charter they said they would make things right. He stated he hopes this can be looked at immediately. He stated the purpose of the new cable installation is to provide better services to the residents. Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager, stated there are some residents expressing concerns about these types of pedestals and that if they are brought to the staff's attention they will work to try to take care of them. C3. William Cook, 10205 B Chaparral Village, felt the ugly boxes should not be there. He stated there was a contract that the Cable Company submitted to his Homeowners Association about this that they did not approve. C4. Brynda Fryan, 7055 Isle Court, Bellmont Equestrian Estates, talked about the trails in her area. She stated she has been cited two times because of the fences that are blocking the trails. She stated she would like to be able to discuss this with the Council to see if they can keep the fences up. Brad Buller, City Planner, stated the issue is the type of gating, not necessarily the gating. He added you can gate a local trail access, but there is a standard to the gating. Ms. Fryan felt that this is a private trail area and they have the right to do what they are doing. Mayor Alexander stated he would like staff to take a look at this in a common sense approach. If it needs to come back to the Council after the investigation, it should be brought back them. Brad Buller, City Planner, stated staffwould look at this first and that then it could possibly go to the Trails Committee. D. CONSENT CALENDAR D1. Approval of Minutes: April 18, 2001 May 2, 2001 May 2, 2001 (Special Meeting) D2. Approval of Warrants, Register Nos. 5/9/01, 5/10/01, 5/16/01, 5117101, 5/23/01and Payroll ending May 6 and May 20, 2001 for the total amount of $4,268,671.39. D3. Approval of a Free Youth Baseball Clinic at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter Stadium on June 27, 2001. D4. Approval to surplus City-owned Equipment. D5. Approval of Light Variance requested for Senior Division All- Star Tournament hosted by Citrus Little League on July 2 - July 21 at Red Hill Park. City Council Minutes June 6, 2001 Page 3 D6. Approval to adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, rescinding Resolution No. 00-137 and implementing Salary and Benefits Adjustments for Fiscal Year 2001-2002. RESOLUTION NO. 01-129 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION 00-137 AND IMPLEMENTING SALARY AND BENEFITS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 DT. Approval of Historic Landmark Designation DRC 200~. 0!!9 2001-00119" - City Of Rancho Cucamonga/Etiwanda Historical Society - An application to designate the Isle House and property as a Historic Landmark, located at 7086 Etiwanda Avenue - APN: 1089-071-26. Related File: Landmark Alteration Permit DRC2001-00116 and Conditional Use Permit DRC2001-00115. (CASE NUMBER CORRECTED) RESOLUTION NO. 01-130 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING HISTORIC LANDMARK DESIGNATION DRC2001-00119, DESIGNATING THE ISLE HOUSE A HISTORIC LANDMARK, LOCATED AT 7086 ETIWANDA AVENUE AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF- APN: 1089-071-26 D8. Approval of Map and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 for Parcel Map 15536, located on the north side of 4th Street, west of Milliken Avenue, submitted by General Dynamics Properties, Inc. RESOLUTION NO. 01-131 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP 15536 RESOLUTION NO. 01~132 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 FOR PARCEL MAP 15536 D9. Approval of Map, Monumentation Cash Deposit and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 3 for Tract Map No. 16164, located at the southwest corner of Victoria Park Lane and Day Creek Boulevard, submitted by Trimark Pacific-Day Creek LLC. RESOLUTION NO. 01-133 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRACT MAP NUMBER 16164 AND MONUMENTATION CASH DEPOSIT City Council Minutes June 6, 2001 Page 4 RESOLUTION NO. 01-134 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 2 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 3 FOR TRACT MAP NUMBER 16164 D10. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for CUP 99-49, located on the northwest corner of Alta Loma Drive and Haven Avenue, submitted by Evergreen Devco, Inc. RESOLUTION NO. 01-135 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR CUP 99-49 RESOLUTION NO. 01-136 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 6 FOR CUP 99-49 Dll. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for Development Review No. 00-27, located at the northeast corner of 19th and Carnelian Streets, submitted by Vons Companies, Inc. RESOLUTION NO. 01-137 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 00-27 RESOLUTION NO. 01-138 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 6 FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 00-27 D12. Approval of an Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security, and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for DR 00-73, located on the west side of Charles Smith Avenue south of 6th Street, and the Terminus of Rochester Court, submitted by Paragon Rochester, LLC. RESOLUTION NO. 01-139 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DR 00-73 City Council Minutes June 6, 2001 Page $ RESOLUTION NO. 01-140 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 6 FOR DR 00-73 D13. Approval to award and execute a contract for Planning Services with Civic Solutions, Inc., (CO 01- 043) for various planning services, to be funded by Contract Services Account No. 10013145300. D14. Approval to modify a Contract with Gonsalves & Son (CO 88-099) for legislative advocacy and governmental affairs services. D15. Approval to award and authorize the execution of a Contract between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and HdL Software, LLC (CO 01-044), in the amount of $22,500 for the purchase of business license software and $10,000 for professional services to be funded from the Computer Equipment Replacement Fund (1714001-5152 and 1714001-5300). D16. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $90,224.20 ($82,022.00 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, J.A. Salazar Construction Co., (CO 01-045) for the Construction of the Amethyst Avenue Street and Storm Drain Improvements from 300 feet north of Roberds Court to 450 feet north, to be funded from General Funds, Account No. 10013165650~1233001-0. D17. Approval to appropriate $11,750.00 in Fund 137 (LMD 7) Account No. 11373035650/1274137-0 and accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $35,787.40 ($32,543.00 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, Vido Samarzich, Inc., (CO 01-046) for the Construction of the North Etiwanda Security Wall, to be funded from Account No. 11373035650/1274137-0. D18. Approval to accept the bids received, award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $105,832.10 ($96,211.00 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, Bonadiman- McCain, Inc., (CO 01-047) for the Construction of the Almond Trail Drainage Improvements from Beryl Street to 1400 feet west, to be funded from Drainage Funds, Account No. 11123035650/1277112-0. D19. Approval to accept the bids received and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $179,946.01 ($163,587.28 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, DMS Landscape Services, (CO 01-048) for the construction of the Wilson Avenue Landscape Improvements from San Sevaine Road to Cherry Avenue, LMD #7, to be funded from Beautification Funds, Account No. 11103165650/1246110-0. D20. Approval of Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of a portion of the Master Planned Storm Drain Facility in Summit Avenue from Bluegrass to Etiwanda Avenue, in connection with Development of Tract 13812, submitted by Panda Development, DRA-33. RESOLUTION NO. 01-141 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT EXECUTED ON JUNE 6, 2001, FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A PORTION OF THE MASTER PLANNED STORM DRAIN FACILITY LOCATED IN SUMMIT AVENUE FROM BLUEGRASS TO ETIWANDA AVENUE Ci~ Council Minutes June 6, 2001 Page 6 D21. Approval to accept construction, release the retention, and file a Notice of Completion for the Corporate Yard Building Improvements. RESOLUTION NO. 01-142 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE CORPORATE YARD BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS, AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF THE RETENTION AND FILING A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Wlliams to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar as corrected. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Curatalo absent). E. CONSENT ORDINANCES No Items Submitted. F. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS Fl. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION FORMING AND ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2001-01 AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS, AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING NECESSITY TO INCUR BONDED INDEBTEDNESS AND SUBMI'Iq-ING PROPOSITION TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS (ITEM TO BE CONTINUED TO JUNE 20, 200'1) MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Dutton to continue the item to June 20, 2001, 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Motion carried unanimously 4~0-1 (Curatalo absent). G. PUBLIC HEARINGS No Items Submitted. H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS No Items Submitted. I. COUNCIL BUSINESS No Items Submitted. City Council Minutes June 6, 2001 Page '7 J. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING J1. Councilmember Dutton stated he would like a report and discussion on the cable service and the above ground boxes that were brought up. J2. Councilmember Biane stated he would like a report on the red light camera program which should include new legislation that has surfaced. He reported San Diego has had to refund people money for citations. Councilmember VVilliams reported the company San Diego used is not the same company Rancho Cucamonga is using for our program. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated because of the proposed legislation, it might affect how this program is handled. He stated he would bring back a report to the Council in the near future and would include the information on the proposed legislation. K. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC No communication was made from the public. L. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Biane to adjourn to Thursday, June 7, 2001, 4:30 p.m. for a workshop to discuss the proposed 2001/2002 budget in the Tri Communities Room tocated at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Curatalo absent). The meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debra J. Adams, CMC City Clerk Approved: * June 6, 2001 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Special Study Session A. CALLTO ORDER A special study session of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, June 6, 2001 in the Tri Communities Room of the Civic Center, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 2:18 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander. Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, Bob Dutton, Diane Williams (arrived at 2:23 p.m.), and Mayor William J. Alexander. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager, Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Dave Moore, Recreation Superintendent; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. Absent was: Councilmember Grace Curatalo B. ITEM OF BUSINESS BI. REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF FEASIBILITY STUDY REPORT PRESENTED BY AMS PLANNING AND RESEARCH Jack Lam, City Manager, stated the City Council had approved a feasibility study for a performing arts center which included the assistance of Forest City. Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, stated this is the completion of phase I and referred to the report which is on file in the City Clerk's office. He stated now the Council needs to determine if they want to go on to phase II of the study. He introduced Bob Bailey, AMS Planning and Research, and Victor Grgas, Forest City Development. Bob Bailey, AMS Planning and Research, gave a power point presentation on the feasibility study report. He talked about the informants used and that they felt it was time to do this with the City's involvement in the development. He talked about the school districts' needs for a performing arts center including the needs of Chaffey College. He stated 309 residences were surveyed within the ten mile radius. He reported the survey concluded there was an interest in Rancho Cucamonga to have a performing arts center. He added the desired programs were for family and children oriented. He continued to talk about joint use with the high schools and Chaffey College. He pointed out to the Council there were three options available: 1. A large scale performing arts center with 4000+ seats 2. Professional Children's Community Theater with 500 - 700 seats 3. Temporary or long term use of existing space with 208+ or minus seats. He stated their recommendation is option 2, a Professional Children's Community Theater, which is based on demographics, the public survey, key informants and the market. City Council Minutes June 6, 2001 (special study session) Page 2 Councilmember Williams felt the residents of Rancho Cucamonga would probably not spend a great deal of money to see a pop star because of other capabilities to see them in their own home on surround sound, etc. Councilmember Biane asked if they could do children's theater during the day and a touring group at night. Bob Bailey stated yes. Councilmember Dutton felt the City should investigate what Ontario is doing with the large arena they have planned. Councilmember Williams asked for the time frame for phase II. Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, stated about ten to twelve weeks. Councilmember Williams felt the City should get with the school administration before they are gone for the summer to discuss joint use efforts for this project. Mayor Alexander asked if this would require City staff to operate it. Bob Bailey stated the operational models are varied. MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Williams to accept phase I report and give direction to staff to proceed to the next phase. Councilmember Dutton asked if they could provide information or options for funding. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated there would be policy options for the Council to consider. Councilmember Dutton stated he wanted to know what the average citizen wants and is willing to pay to see an act at the performing arts center. Councilmember Williams stated she wants to be comforted that the people really want this performing arts center to be here. Councilmember Dutton stated he is concerned about telling people we can afford to spend $10 to $20 million for a performing arts center, but could not afford to build Central Park and had to go out for a bond issue. Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, asked what the product would be at the end of phase II. Bob Bailey stated it is a tool to test the water. He stated it would answer all the questions that everyone is asking now. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated if this can be built in conjunction with the mall, people would love it, but if they are asked to pay to have it built, they would say no. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Curatalo absent). City Council Minutes June 6, 2001 (special study session) Page 3 C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC No communication was made from the public. D. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 3:51 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debra J. Adams, CMC City Clerk Approved: * June 6, 2001 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Adiourned Study Session A. CALLTO ORDER An adjourned study session of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, June 6, 2001 in the Tri Communities Room of the Civic Center, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 4:15 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander. Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, Bob Dutton, Diane Williams, and Mayor William J. Alexander. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Michelle Dawson, Management Analyst III; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. Absent was: Councilmember Grace Curatalo B. ITEM OF BUSINESS B1. PRESENTATION BY RELIANT ENERGY Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, introduced Rick Darnel, Reliant Energy (formerly with Edison Company), and Doug Harris and Dan Torme with the Environmental Depar'[ment of Reliant Energy. Doug Harris talked about Reliant Energy which is an energy services company out of Houston. He stated they are in the top ten in gas and electrical sales in the nation. He continued to give background information on their company. He talked about purchasing the Etiwanda Station and that they want to be part of the energy supply problem solution. He stated they are trying to get some energy sites approved and that the Etiwanda Station is one of those. He stated they are planning on purchasing property from Edison Company where they would like to build. Dan Torme told about the project. He stated they will have 8 gas fired turbines and told about the capability of the turbines which would not be ready this year, but would be ready next year in the summer of 2002. He stated this will be fast tracked to get it completed. He told about the process to get this approved, and added part of this is to get the community's input. Mayor Alexander stated he felt people feel they are being ripped off and felt the public hearing would be very interesting. Mayor Alexander asked if they would open their books for people to see their profit and loss statement. Councilmember Dutton asked what the cost would be and how would it benefit Rancho Cucamonga. He asked if there was a way that the energy product can be kept in Rancho Cucamonga instead of shipped out. City Council Minutes June 6, 2001 (adjourned study session) Page 2 Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated there was nothing in place right now to do this, but that it would be looked at. Councilmember Biane asked if they felt there will still be an energy shortage next summer. Dan Torme stated all the projections he has seen indicate there will be an energy shortage. Councilmember Biane asked about the noise this will create. Dan Torme stated it will create more noise than is allowed, but they are working with the Planning Department on this. He stated they have determined that at night they will be exceeding the noise limit. Mayor Alexander asked where the closest residence would be. Dan Torme stated 2800 feet east of the facility. Councilmember Dutton stated he would like to know how the economy would benefit for the community. Dan Torme stated there would be no benefit as far as energy savings to the residents of Rancho Cucamonga. Councilmember Dutton asked if there was something they can do to create more of a power supply for the City. Doug Harris stated some of these questions should be answered by their vice president and felt they could be answered at another meeting. He stated they are currently ready to file their application in July. Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated they would schedule another meeting to get more information to answer the Council's questions. C, COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC No communication was made from the public. D. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 4:51 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debra J. Adams, CMC City Clerk Approved: June 7, 2001 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL, REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT MINUTES Adjourned meeting A. CALL TO ORDER An adjourned workshop of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council, Redevelopment Agency and Fire Protection District was held on Thursday, June 7, 2001 in the Tri Communities Room of the Civic Center, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 4:40 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander. Present were members: Paul Biane, Bob Dutton (arrived at 4:45 p.m.), Diane Williams, and Mayor William J. Alexander Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager; Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director; Larry Temple, Administrative Services Director; Tamare Layne, Finance Officer, Ingrid Bruce, GIS Supervisor; Sandy Ramirez, Management Analyst III, Rose Colum Budget Analyst; Theresa Bergerson, Finance Specialist; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III; Dave Moore, Recreation Superintendent; Brad Buller, City Planner; Bill Makshanoff, Building Official; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; · Shintu Bose, Deputy City Engineer; Michelle Dawson, Management Analyst III; Captain Rodney Hoops, Police Department; Chief Dennis Michael and Deputy Chief Bob Corcoran, Fire Protection District; Duane Baker, Assistant to the City Manager; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. Absentwas member: Grace Curatalo B. ITEM OF DISCUSSION BI. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED BUDGETS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2001 Jack Lam, City Manager, pointed out that the City is looking at eliminating the Utility Tax completely this year. Councilmember Dutton arrived at 4:45 p.m. Jack Lam, City Manager, continued to give a power point presentation (a copy is on file in the City Clerk's office) which explained what was included in the budget. Mayor Alexander inquired about the "Books for the Homebound" program. Deborah Clark, Library Director, stated it is a program where volunteers go to people who cannot get to the library so they have access to the books. Councilmember Williams inquired if there was a way to audit each street to make sure the lights are working properly. City Council/Redevelopment Agency/Fire Protection District Minutes June 7, 2001 (workshop) Page 2 Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated there is a program where the lighting inventory is on computer. He stated Edison has "stepped up" their program to work on the street lights to improve the street lighting program. He stated there is a night crew that works on making sure the street lights are working also. Councilmember Williams asked if they are using the most effective street lights that use the least amount of power. Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated they do use something to help this situation. Councilmember V~lliams asked if there is a possibility that street lights might have to be turned off. Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated this is a possibility and it could go to an election to ask people for more money to pay for the increased costs. Councilmember Williams felt something should go in the Grapevine to alert people to monitor their street lights. Councilmember Williams asked if there is money allocated for the City's 25th Anniversary. Jack Lam, City Manager, asked if the Council wants the staff to work with the Community Foundation on commemorating the 25th Anniversary. Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, stated this year would be the kick off and then next year would be the celebration of the actual 25th Anniversary. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated anytime the Council wants to do something for the 25th Anniversary the money can be made available to do this through a budget appropriation. Councilmember Dutton asked if there is money in the budget if the Council wants to explore options with outside agencies, through a joint venture, for power. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated yes there is money available to do this. Councilmember Williams asked if something could be done to have a better sound/recording system for some of these types of public meetings that are not in the Council Chambers. Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated there is a portable sound system, but that it does not record. Councilmember Williams felt there should be some kind of a sound system that is connected to a recording system so that if someone would like to listen to the cassette tapes they can hear all of the conversations. Jack Lam, City Manager, and Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated this would be looked into. The City Manager and City Council commended Tamara Layne, Finance Officer, and her staff for the excellent job they did to put this budget together. C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC No communication was made from the public. City Council/Redevelopment Agency/Fire Protection District Minutes June 7, 2001 (workshop) Page 3 D, ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Biane to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Curatalo absent). The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debra J. Adams, CMC City Clerk Approved: * June 14, 2001 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CiTY COUNCIL MINUTES Adiourned Meetinq A. CALLTO ORDER An adjourned meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Thursday, June 14, 2001 in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 4:46 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander. Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, Bob Dutton, Diane Williams, and Mayor William J. Alexander. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director; Larry Temple Administrative Services Director; Tamara Layne, Finance Officer; Ingrid Bruce, GIS Supervisor; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III; Dave Moore, Recreation Superintendent; Brad Buller, City Planner; Bill Makshanoff, Building Official; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Shintu Bose, Deputy City Engineer; Captain Rodney Hoops, Police Department; Chief Dennis Michael, Fire Protection District; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. Absent was: Counciimember Grace Curatalo B. PUBLIC HEARINGS BI. ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 BUDGET AND ARTICLE XIII-B APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT Staff report presented by Jack Lam, City Manager. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. There being no response, the public hearing was closed. RESOLUTION NO. 01-144 A RESOLUTION OF THE CiTY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY'S FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 BUDGET RESOLUTION NO. 01-145 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XIII-B OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE CONSTITUTION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution Nos. 01-144 and 01-145. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Curatalo absent). City Council Minutes June 14, 2001 Page 2 C. ITEM OF DISCUSSION C1. APPROVAL OF ANNUAL LOAN TRANSACTION BE'rVVEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Staff report presented by Jack Lam, City Manager. MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Williams to approve the Annual Loan Transaction. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated due to the budget being adopted, the City will contact the utility companies to notify them about the phase out of the utility user's tax. D. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC No communication was made from the public. E. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by V~lliams to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Curatalo absent). The meeting adjourned at 4:48 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debra J. Adams, CMC City Clerk Approved: * June 20, 2001 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ReRular Meeting A. CALLTO ORDER A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, June 20, 2001 in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander. Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, Grace Curatalo, Diane Williams and Mayor William J. Alexander. Aisc present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; Linda Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director; Jan Reynolds, RDA Analyst; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Jodi Sorrell, Marketing Manager; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Shintu Bose, Deputy City Engineer; Larry Henderson, Principal Planner, Nancy Fong, Sr. Planner; Bill Makshanoff, Building Official; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Larry Temple, Administrative Services Director; Michael Toy, Information Systems Specialist; Sid Siphomsay, Information Systems Analyst; Chief Dennis Michael, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Captain Rodney Hoops, Police Department; Duane Baker, Assistant to the City Manager; Shirr'l Griffin, Office Specialist II; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. Absentwas: Councilmember Bob Dutton B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS B1. Presentation to Valley Vista School participants who finished 6th at the National competition for "Destination Imagination," a creative problem-solving contest. Darlene Pitman introduced the kids. They were given certificates of recognition and a video was shown regarding this program. B2. Announcement of Community Foundation's Founder's Night Gala on Saturday, November 3, 2001. Chuck Buquet, President of the Community Foundation talked about the Gala that is planned. He introduced some of the early sponsors which included: K B Homes, Scott Goldman, Tony Mize, Searing Industries, General Dynamics, Arrowhead Credit Union, WLC Architects, Turner Communications, Inland Valley Daily bulletin, International Bank. C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC No communication was made from the public. D. CONSENT CALENDAR D1. Approval of Warrants, Register Nos. 5/30/01 and 6/6/01 and Payroll ending 5/20/01 and 6/3/0'1 for the total amount of $2,800,549.07. City Council Minu~s June 20,2001 Page 2 D2. Approve to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of May 31, 2001. D3. Approval to reject all Bids as non-responsive to the needs of the City, and authorization to advertise to seek new bids for the Heritage Park Tot Lot Renovation Project, to be funded from the Park Development Fund. D4. Approval for the purchase of one (1) Fleet Vehicle from Fritts Ford in the amount of $24,596.75, funded from Acct. No. 1-001-401-5604. D5. Approval to negotiate a contract for the Beryl Park Tot Lot and Irrigation Renovation Project, to be funded from the Park Development Fund. D6. Approval of a Resolution in support of a Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Grant Application. RESOLUTION NO. 01-146 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION EQUITY ACT FOR THE 21sT CENTURY (TEA-21) CONGESTION MITIGATION AND AIR QUALITY (CMAQ) IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FUNDING FOR THE COORDINATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS ON BASE LINE ROAD FROM BENSON AVENUE IN THE CITY OF UPLAND TO ETIWANDA AVENUE IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA D7. Approval of a request from American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Region 65 for a Waiver of Fees and Charges for Use of the Soccer Fields at Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter Adult Sports Complex on September 8, 2001 for their Picture Day. DS. Approval to appropriate $414,000 in Fund 176 (Measure I) Account No. 11763035650/1022176 for the construction of the Local Street Pavement Rehabilitation project awarded to California Pavement Maintenance Company, Inc. D9. Approval of a budget transfer from Account No. 1001303-5300 to Account No. 1001303-5603 in the amount of $249,860 for Fiber Optic Cabling, and authorize amendment to CO 01-061 with IKON Office Solutions in the amount of $350,140 to provide testing, inspection and administer the contract for the fiber optics project at various locations, to be funded out of Account No. 1001303-5300. D10. Approval to purchase a CDS Storm Drain Treatment System for the Cities Corporation Yard from CDS Technologies, Inc., of Long Beach, California, as a repair and replacement system that meets new Southern California and Regional Water Quality Control standards, funded from Account No. 1-001-316- 5300 in the amount of $26,230.00. Dll. Approval to appropriate $50,000 in Acct. No. 01-302-5300 for additional Legal Services provided by Jones and Mayer, Attorneys at Law. D12. Approval of a request to make a determination of Public Convenience or Necessity (PCN - DRC2001~00257 - Wal-Mart - for the issuance of a Type 20 Alcohol Beverage License (Off Sale Beer and Wine) within a previously-approved 131,451 square foot Wal-Mart in the Foothill Marketplace, located at 12549 Foothill Boulevard. APN: 0229-031-38. City Council Minutes June 20, 2001 Page 3 RESOLUTION NO. 01-147 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A DETERMINATION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY, AND A REQUEST FOR THE ISSUANCE OF AN ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE WITHIN AN EXISTING 131,451 SQUARE-FOOT WAL-MART, LOCATED AT 12549 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD- APN: 229-031-38 D13. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for DR 00-76, located on the north side of 6th Street west of Cleveland Avenue, submitted by Khosro Khaloghli. RESOLUTION NO. 01-148 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DR 00-76 RESOLUTION NO. 01-149 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 6 FOR DR 00-76 D14. Approval of a Design Exception for Roadway Alignment and Parcel Map No. 15641, located south of Base Line Road, west of Etiwanda Avenue, north of Foothill Boulevard and east of Day Creek Channel, submitted by American Beauty Development Company. RESOLUTION NO. 01-150 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP NUMBER 1564'1 (TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 15641) D15. Approval of Map, Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 6 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 5 for Tract 15866, located at the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive, submitted by APHRC24, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company. RESOLUTION NO. 01-151 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRACT MAP NUMBER 15866, IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY RESOLUTION NO. 01-152 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 5 FOR TRACT 15866 Ci~ Council Minutes June 20,2001 Page4 D16~ Approval of Map, Improvement Agreement, Improvement Securities, Monumentation Cash Deposit and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 2 for Tract Map 16058, located near the southwest corner of Archibald Avenue and 6th Street, submitted by Centex Homes, a Nevada General Partnership. RESOLUTION NO. 01-153 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES, MONUMENTATION CASH DEPOSIT AND TRACT MAP NO. 16058 RESOLUTION NO. 01-154 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 2 FOR TRACT 16058 D17. Approval of Map, Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security for Base Line Road and Storm Drain and Internal Streets, Monumentation Cash Deposit and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 3 for Tract Map No. 16128, located on the north side of Base Line Road, west of Victoria Park Lane, east of Day Creek Boulevard, submitted by D.R. Horton. RESOLUTION NO. 01-155 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MAP, IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITY AND CASH DEPOSIT FOR TRACT MAP NUMBER 16128 RESOLUTION NO. 01~156 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 2 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 3 FOR TRACT MAP NUMBER 16128 D18. Approval of a minor revision to the existing Public/Private Responder Agreement between American Medical Response of Inland Empire, City of Rancho Cucamonga and Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District. D19. Approval of a Joint Construction and Finance Agreement with Cucamonga County Water District (CO 01-053) for sewer and water public improvements that will be installed a,s part of CFD 2001-01. RESOLUTION NO. 01-157 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FORM OF A JOINT COMMUNITY FACILITIES FINANCING AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND THE CUCAMONGA COUNTY WATER DISTRICT PERTAINING TO THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 City Council Minutes June 20, 2001 Page $ D20. Approval and execution of a Professional Services Agreement in the amount not to exceed $44,000 ($40,000 plus 10% contingency) with Parsons Brinkerhoff Quade and Douglas, Inc., (CO 01- 054) for the Site Survey/Site Planning for Alternative (CNG/LNG) Fueling Facilities and related Project Development. Agreement is funded from Account No. 1001316-5602. D21. Approval to appropriate $18,000.00 to Account No. 11203055650/1206120-0 (Park Development), accept the bids received, and award and authorize the execution of the Contract in the amount of $156,302.30 ($142,093.00 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, KCE Company (CO 01- 055) for the construction of the Red Hill Park Storage Building and Storage Shed and the Heritage Park Storage Shed, Bid Alternate No. 2 (Buildings "A" & "B"), to be funded from Park Development Funds, Account No. 11203055650~1207120-0 ($44,564.30). D22. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with L.D. King, Inc., (CO 01-056) to provide Engineering Design Services for the Foothill Boulevard Fiber Optic and Electrical Conduit Project in the amount of $79,750.00 ($72,500.00 plus 10%), to be funded from Account No. 26408015325. D23. Approval of Professional Services Contract for Plan Check Service with MDS Consulting (CO 01- 057). D24. Approval of a License Agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and NBS Government Finance Group (CO 01-058) for District Fees, Assessments and Special Taxes Software (D-Fast) to manage the City's 30 Special Assessment Districts in the amount of $43,639, to be funded from Special Districts Administration Fund 1100-202-5152. D25. Approval to award a Contract to Park Specialties, Inc., (CO 01-059) in the amount of $149,620.70 (plus a 10% contingency), from Park Development Account No. 1120305-1059, for the Hermosa Tot Lot Equipment, Installation and Surfacing Project. D26. Approval to award and execute a Professional Services Agreement for Security Guard Services with U.S. Guards Company, Inc., (CO 01-060) in the amount of $140,197, to be funded from Accounts 1001312-5300, 1700201-5304, and 1133303-5304. D27. Approval of Improvement Agreement Extension for Tract 15915, located south of Victoria and west of Etiwanda, submitted by Woodside Homes of California, Inc. RESOLUTION NO. 01-158 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT EXTENSION AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR TRACT 15915 D28. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bonds, accept Maintenance Bonds, and file a Notice of Completion for Improvements for Tract 15072, submitted by Lewis Development Company and Kaufman and Broad of Southern California, Inc., located on the southwest corner of Rochester and Base Line Road. RESOLUTION NO. 01-159 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 15072 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D29. Approval of Parcel Map 15516 located at the northwest corner of Jersey Boulevard and Rochester Avenue, submitted by Dynamic Builders/Erin Madison, LLC. City Council Minutes June 20, 2001 Page 6 RESOLUTION NO. 01-160 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP NUMBER 15516 D30. Approval to accept the 6th Street Pavement Rehabilitation from Milliken Avenue to Charles Smith Avenue, Contract No. 01-015 as complete, release the Bonds, accept a Maintenance Bond, and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final Contract amount of $217,666.05. RESOLUTION NO. 01-161 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 6TM STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM MILLIKEN AVENUE TO CHARLES SMITH AVENUE, CONTRACT NO. 01-015 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Williams to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton). E. CONSENT ORDINANCES El. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE RANCHO REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 657. ORDINANCE NO. 657 (second reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE RANCHO REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT MOTION: Moved by VVilliams, seconded by Curatalo to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No. 657. Motion carried 3-0-1-1 (Dutton absent, Biane abstained). F. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS Fl. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION MAKING MODIFICATIONS AND ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2001-01 AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS, AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING NECESSITY TO INCUR BONDED INDEBTEDNESS AND SUBMITTING PROPOSITION TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS (ITEM CONTINUED FROM JUNE 6, 200'1) Mayor Alexander opened the public hearing. Mayor Alexander asked the City Clerk if all proper noticing had been done for this item. City Council Minutes June 20, 2001 Page 7 Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, reported yes. Mayor Alexander asked the City Clerk if any written communications had been received. Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, reported no communication had been received. Staff report presented by Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director. Mayor Alexander stated at the public hearing, all interested persons or taxpayers may testify (orally or in writing) for or against the establishment of the District or the Improvement Areas, the extent of the District or the Improvement Areas, or the furnishing of specified types of public facilities. Any protests pertaining to the regularity or sufficiency of the proceedings must be in writing and must clearly set forth the irregularities and defects to which objection is made. All written protests must be filed with the City Clerk at or before the time of the public hearing. Written protests may be withdrawn in writing at any time before the conclusion of the year. There being no response, the public hearing was closed. RESOLUTION NO. 01-162 A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING MODIFICATIONS TO CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2001-01, ESTABLISHING THE DISTRICT, ESTABLISHING THREE IMPROVEMENT AREAS THEREIN, ESTABLISHING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE DISTRICT, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX VVlTHIN EACH IMPROVEMENT AREA, AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION WITHIN EACH IMPROVEMENT AREA AND TAKING CERTAIN ACTIONS MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution No. 01-162. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton absent). RESOLUTION NO. 01-163 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 DECLARING NECESSITY TO INCUR A BONDED INDEBTEDNESS WITHIN EACH IMPROVEMENT AREA OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 AND ORDERING SUBMITTED TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF EACH IMPROVEMENT AREAS WITHIN THE DISTRICT A PROPOSITION RELATING TO THE RESPECTIVE IMPROVEMENT AREA MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by williams to approve Resolution No. 01-163. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton absent). Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, along with Jan Reynolds, RDA Analyst and Shirr'l Griffin, Office Specialist II, in the City Clerk's office left the Chambers to canvass the vote. City Council Minutes June 20, 2001 Page 8 The Council continued with other business on the agenda until the votes had been counted. Item F2. was considered at this time. Resolution No. 01-164, Ordinance 658 and Item G1 would be acted on at the completing of the election. The minutes will remain in agenda order. Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, returned to the meeting and announced the following vote: Improvement Area 1 - Proposition A and B had a unanimous yes vote with 140 votes Improvement Area 2 - Proposition C and D had a unanimous yes vote with 54 votes Improvement Area 3 - Proposition E and F had a unanimous yes vote with 120 votes RESOLUTION NO. 01-164 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01, CERTIFYING THE RESULTS OF THE JUNE 20, 2001 SPECIAL TAX AND BOND ELECTIONS MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Williams to approve Resolution No. 01-164. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton absent). Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 658. ORDINANCE NO. 658 (first reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 AND AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN EACH OF IMPROVEMENT AREAS NO. 1, 2, AND 3 OF SUCH DISTRICT MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Biane to waive full reading and set second reading of Ordinance No. 658 for the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton absent). F2. CONSIDERATION OF VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRCVCPA01-02 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend various sections of the Victoria Community Plan for consistency with the Victoria Arbors Master Plan and the Mixed Use Land Use Designation. Staff report presented by Nancy Fon9, Sr. Planner. Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director, read the title of Ordinance No. 659. ORDINANCE NO. 659 (first reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRCVCPA01-02, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE VICTORIA ARBORS MASTER PLAN AND THE MIXED USE LAND USE DESIGNATION, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF City Council Minutes June 20, 2001 Page 9 MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Biane to waive full reading and set second reading of Ordinance No. 659 for the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton absent). G. PUBLIC HEARINGS Gl. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 91-1 AND IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 1, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 490 AND ORDINANCE 502 Staff report presented by Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director. Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 660. ORDINANCE NO. 660 (first reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 91-01 (VICTORIA COMMUNITY) AND IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. I THEREIN AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 490 AND ORDINANCE NO. 502 MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Biane to waive full reading and set second reading of Ordinance No. 660 for the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton absent). H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS H1. ANNEXATION 01-01 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to approve a statement of intention to annex an approximately 321-acre portion of San Bernardino County unincorporated area generally located between Day Creek Channel and Etiwanda Avenue, north of 25 Street - as described in Exhibit "A," attached and as shown in attached Exhibit "B." Staff report presented by Sal Salazar, Associate Planner. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public input. There being no response, public comments were closed. RESOLUTION NO. 01-165 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING INTENT TO PURSUE A CHANGE OF ORGANIZATION AND REQUESTING THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS FOR THE ANNEXATION OF PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN EAST AVENUE AND DAY CREEK CHANNEL NORTH OF THE WESTERLY PROLONGATION OF 25TM STREET AS DESCRIBED IN ATTACHED EXHIBIT "A" AND AS SHOWN ON ATTACHED EXHIBIT "B" MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Williams to approve Resolution No. 01-165. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton absent). City Council Minutes June 20, 2001 Page l0 I. COUNCIL BUSINESS I1. PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE ACTION: Report received and filed. 12. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES GRASSROOTS NETWORK PROPOSAL AND RELATED LEAGUE BYLAW AMENDMENT Staff report presented by Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager. MOTION: Moved by Curatalo, seconded by Biane to approve the proposal and related League Bylaw Amendment. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton). 13. DISCUSSION OF NEWS RACKS IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF WAY - (ORAL) Mayor Alexander stated the previous issue regarding this has been taken care of. 14. REPORT ON CABLE SERVICE - (ORAL) Staff report presented by Duane Baker, Assistant to the City Manager. He introduced Chris Lesse of the cable company who talked about the construction project. Councilmember Biane said the main reason for the update was prompted by the placement of the green vault covers. Mr. Lesse said he has met with the property owner that spoke at the last meeting and they have come to an agreement for a solution. He stated if the Council has any more complaints he would be happy to work with them. ACTION: Report received and filed. J. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING No items were identified for the next meeting. K. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC No communication was made from the public. L. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Biane to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously 4-0-1 (Dutton absent). The meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debra J. Adams, CMC, City Clerk Approved: * CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/13/01 C E E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 1 WED, JUN 13, 2001, 5:39 PM --req: KFINCHER--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 40131 #S056 ..... prog: CK200 <l.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. 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Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00169464 000175 JOBS AVAII~%BLE 06/13/01 110.40 MW OH AP00169465 005654 KAPCO 06/13/01 20.25 ~4W OE AP00169466 003491 KELLEY BLUE BOOK 06/13/01 84.00 MW OH AP00169467 002867 KENDP~ENA, DON~%~ 06/13/01 23.72 ~W OH AP00169468 001024 KOCH MATERIALS COMPANY 06/13/01 187.38 MW OH AP00169469 004982 KOP~5~NDA CONSTRUCTION 06/13/01 2,371.50 MW OH AP00169470 006516 KRUSE, JO~.N A 06/13/01 620.00 MW OH CC AP00169471 001075 LAB SAFETY SUPPLY INC 06/13/01 93.46 MW OH AP0016947~ 000193 LAIRD CONSTRUCTION CO 06/13/01 8,200.00 MW OH AP00169473 001664 LAMPE, J~LRRED 06/13/01 128.00 MW OH CC AP00169474 003114 LD~RSON, KELLEY 06/13/01 250.00 MW OH AP00169475 000849 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 06/13/01 280.1~ MW OH AP00169476 005865 LEWIS PARTNERS 06/13/01 6,300.00 MW OR CC AP00169477 001005 LIL STITCH 06/13/01 931.75 MW OH CC AP00169478 005884 LILBURN CORPORATION 06/13/01 9,645.00 MW OH AP00169479 002780 LO JACK 06/13/01 2,666.76 MW OH AP00169480 001455 LONGS DRUGS 06/13/01 47.89 MW OH AP00169481 000200 LOS ANGELES TIMES 06/13/01 63.00 MW OH AP00169482 003156 LUS LIGHTHOUSE INC 06/13/01 897.79 MW OH AP00169483 001062 M C I WORLDCOM 06/13/01 1,277.53 MW OH AP00169484 001062 M C I WORLDCOM 06/13/01 - 14.90 MW OH AP00169485 004000 M S A 06/13/01 375.00 MW OH AP00169486 067164 MA/~ELA, ROS;~RIO 06/13/01 23.48 MW OH Payee Name different in Check DB AP00169487 000549 MARIPOSA HORTICULTb-R~.L ENT IN 06/13/01 510.66 MW OH AP00169488 000072 MA~K CHRIS INC 06/13/01 34.50 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/13/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 7 WED, d73N 13, 2001, 5:39 PM --reg: KFINCHER--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 40131 #S056 ..... prog: CK200 <1.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check t~nount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00169489 005851 MARKETING SERVICES INTL 06/13/01 3,545.16 MW OH AP00169490 004727 MARSHALL PLL~BING 06/13/01 3,430.55 MW OH CC AP00169491 000250 MARTINEZ TOWING AND AUTOMOTIV 06/13/01 45.00 MW OH AP00169492 005560 MARVAC 06/13/01 885.80 MW OH AP00169493 001293 MASUNE 06/13/01 456.75 MW OH AP00169494 003871 MATT'S HARDWARE 06/13/01 22.65 MW OH AP00169495 002198 MICHAELS STORES INC 3019 06/13/01 37.61 MW OH AP00169496 004374 MOBILE STORAGE GROUP INC 06/13/01 134.92 MW OH AP00169497 007183 MORALES, MELISSA 06/13/01 9.66 MW OH AP00169498 005885 MORITA, DUANE 06/13/01 5,884.50 MW OH CC AP00169499 032750 NAPM 06/13/01 180.00 MW OH AP00169500 006687 NATIONS RENT 06/13/01 123.66 MW OH AP00169501 002090 NBSGOVERNMENT FIN~CE GROUP 06/13/01 12,101.78 MW OH AP00169502 005301 NEW WEST SIGNAL 06/13/01 300.00 MW OH CC AP00169502 000433 NIXONEGLI EUIPMENT 06/13/01 713.08 MW OH AP00169504 000309 O C B REPROGRAPHICS INC 06/13/01 52.43 MW OH AP00169505 000523 OFFICE DEPOT 06/13/01 5,548.97 MW OH AP00169506 000224 ORANGE COUNTY STRIPING SERVIC 06/13/01 25,747.10 MW OH AP00169507 001824 ORIENTAL TRADING 06/13/01 247.89 MW OH AP00169508 032069 ORTIZ, SA24ANTHA 06/13/01 330.00 MW OH AP00169509 000235 OWEN ELECTRIC 06/13/01 951.04 MW OH AP00169510 001441 PACIFIC BELL 06/13/01 1,103.95 MW ON AP00169511 000338 PACIFIC EQUIP AND IRRIGATION 06/13/01 193.12 MW OH AP00169512 004223 PAPER DIRECT INC 06/13/01 243.61 MW OH AP00169513 006755 p/%RSONS BRINKERHOFF QUADE AND 06/13/01 75,135.26 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/13/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 8 WED, JUN 13, 2001, 5:39 PM --req: KFINCBER--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 40131 #S056 ..... prog: CK200 <1.37>--report id: CKRES--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check DAmount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00169914 000757 PEP BOYS 06/13/01 6.21 MW OH AP00169515 006205 PETERMAN LUbbER 06/13/01 68.21 MW OH AP00169516 004267 PETBS ROm SERVICE 06/13/01 291.63 MW OH AP00169517 000255 POMA DISTRIBUTING CO 06/13/01 1,942.57 MW OH AP00169518 000693 POWERSTRIDE BATTERY CO INC 06/13/01 570.22 MW OH AP00169519 000758 PRA/(AIR DISTRIBUTION INC 06/13/01 729.59 MW OH AP00169520 000065 PRUDENTIAL OVERALL SUPPLY 06/13/01 15.40 MW OR AP00169521 004335 PUBLIC AGENCY RISK SHARING AU 06/13/01 13,361.80 MW OH AP00169522 000251 R D~ND R AUTOMOTIVE 06/13/01 338.09 MW OH AP00169523 000345 R D O EQUIPMENT CO POWERPLAN 06/13/01 4,377.83 MW OH AP00169524 001038 R J M DESIGN GROUP INC 06/13/01 216.69 MW OH AP00169525 004025 R J SUPPLY CO 06/13/01 339.10 MW OH AP00169526 000264 RALPHS GROCERY COMP~/~Y 06/13/01 40.85 MW OH AP00169527 012052 RANCHO CUCAMON~A CO~3NITY FO 06/13/01 2.00 MW OH AP00169528 003085 RANCHO RILLS ESCROW INC 06/13/01 23.68 MW OH AP00169529 002257 RAULS AUTO TRIM INC 06/13/01 372.50 MW OH AP00169530 000545 RED WING SHOE STORE 06/13/01 357.44 MW OH AP00169531 006501 REED, JOHN 06/13/01 900.00 MW OH AP00169532 005914 REXEL C~LCON ELECTRICAL SUPPL 06/13/01 487.53 MW OH AP00169533 000276 RIVERSIDE BLUEPRINT 06/13/01 208.77 MW OH AP00169534 000418 RMA GROUP 06/13/01 126.00 MW OR Payee Name different in Check DB AB00169535 003314 ROBINSON FERTILIZER 06/13/01 7,920.12 MW OH AP00169536 000016 ROTARY CORPORATION 06/13/01 36.76 MW OH AP00169537 006577 RUBES HYDRAULICS 06/13/01 261.56 MW OH AP00169538 006171 S AND K ENGINEERS 06/13/01 196.00 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/13/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 9 WED, JUN 13, 2001, 5:39 PM --req: KFINCHER--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 40131 #8056 ..... prog: CK200 <l.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00169539 001238 S~N BERN COUNTY LIBRARY 06/13/01 50,000.00 MW OH AP00169540 000300 SAN BEPdg COLSgTy 06/13/01 4,050.00 ~W OH AP00169541 000446 S~/~ BERN COUNTY 06/13/01 1,067.00 MW OH Payee Name different in Check DB AP00169542 000150 SAN BERN COUNTy 06/13/01 355.00 MW OH Payee Name different in Check DB AP00169543 000150 SAN BERN COUNTY 06/13/01 35.15 MW OH Payee Name different in Check DE AP00169544 003086 SCHMAUSS, GREGORY A 06/13/01 24.50 MW OH AP00169545 001105 SEAL FURNITLq~E AigD SYSTEM INC 06/13/01 2,822.36 MW OH AP00169546 006252 SIERRA SPRINGS 06/13/01 114.00 MW OH AP00169547 000351 SIGN SHOP, THE 06/13/01 161.25 MW OH AP00169548 000319 SO CALIF GAS COMPANY 06/13/01 265.97 MW OH AP00169549 001825 SOFT CHOICE CORP 06/13/01 829.15 MW OH AP00169550 000682 SPEEDWAY MUFFLER INC 06/13/01 51.50 MW OH AP00169551 005281 STERICYCLE INC 06/13/01 163.74 MW OH AP00169552 003095 STONE, ERA 06/13/01 19.60 MW OH AP00169553 001516 STOVER SEED COMPANY 06/13/01 2,150.00 MW OH AP00169554 004733 SUNRISE FORD 06/13/01 1,057.76 MW OH AP00169555 012154 T ~ B FASHIONS 06/13/01 25.66 MW OH AP00169556 003108 TALK N SAV 06/13/01 29.00 MW OH AP00169557 002344 T~RGET 06/13/01 16.10 MW OH AP00169558 012544 TENDER C/~RE CHILDRENS CENTER 06/13/01 122.60 MW OH AP00169559 003942 TERMINIX INTERNATIONAL 06/13/01 452.00 MW OH AP00169560 005999 THOMAS, GAIL 06/13/01 29.67 MW OH AP00169561 000569 TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICE INC 06/13/01 987.76 MW OH AP00169562 003388 TRUGREEN LANDCARE REGION~-L 06/13/01 17,425.50 MW OH AP00169563 007270 TUCKERMAN, B~RBARA 06/13/01 23.03 MW OH CITY OF RC IPAS (PROD) 06/13/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page WED, JUN 13, 2001, 5:39 PM --req: KFINCHER--leg: GL JL--loc: FIN~NCE---job: 40131 #S056 ..... prog: CK200 <l.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. 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Payee Name Date Check/%mount Type Subs Rel To Note GRAND TOTkL S:' Total Void Machine Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: Total Void Hand Written 0.00 Number o~ Checks Processed: Total Machine Written 565,338.09 Number o~ Checks Processed: 248 Total Hand Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 Total Reversals 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 Total Cancelled Checks 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 G R A N D T O T A L 565,338.09 CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/20/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 1 WED, JLrN 20, 2001, 4:50 PM --req: CGONZALE--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 41041 #S052 ..... pro~: CK200 <1.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. 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Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00169747 003181 L ~ W JA/gITORIAL SUPPLY INC 06/20/01 23.00 MW OH AP00169748 006073 LA POINTE VIDEO PRODUCTION, J 06/20/01 700.00 MW OE CC AP00169749 001075 LAB SAFETY SUPPLY INC 06/20/01 1,646.42 MW OH AP00169750 001664 LAMPE, JARRED 06/20/01 128.00 MW OH CC AP00169751 000321 LANDSCAPE WEST INC 06/20/01 8,008.54 MW OH AP00169752 005199 LASER LI~ 06/20/01 365.39 NfW OH AP00169753 004189 LONG BEACH UNIFORM CO INC 06/20/01 21.50 MW OH AP00169754 001455 LONGS DRUGS 06/20/01 7.51 MW OH AP00169755 001336 LOWER, DARLENE 06/20/01 251.00 MW OH AP00169756 003172 M. 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Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00169772 003179 NOLDdg EAVfERPRISES 06/20/01 14.40 MW OH AP00169773 005719 NORCAL SD-N BEP~NARDINO 06/20/01 500.00 MW OH AP00169774 004853 OCLC INC 06/20/01 45.32 MW OH AP00169775 000523 OFFICE DEPOT 06/20/01 684.48 MW OR AP00169776 005403 OFFICE ~ 06/~0/01 34.89 MW OH AP00169777 001948 ORACLE CORP 06/20/01 187,446.88 MW OH AP00169778 000224 OR/%NGE COI/NTY STRIPING SERVIC 06/20/01 1,590.00 MW OH AP00169779 005461 ORCHARD SUPPLY FIARDWARE 06/20/01 926.24 MW OH Payee Name different in Check DB AP00169780 006455 ORTIZ, SL~4MER 06/20/01 50.00 MW OH AP00169781 001323 QUINTA/~A, ZITA 06/20/01 193.00 MW OH AP00169782 000251 R ~LND R AUTOMOTIVE 06/20/01 , 3,489.17 MW OH AP00169783 002705 R E F INC 06/20/01 431.76 MW OH AP00169784 001038 R J M DESIGN GROUP INC 06/20/01 3,088.88 MW OH AP00169785 001744 P3%DIO SPIRITS 06/20/01 200.34 MW OH AP00169786 002975 RAGE PERFOPJ4D~NCE 06/20/01 127.25 MW OH AP00169787 000264 RALPES GROCERY COMPANY 06/20/01 50.03 MW OH AP00169788 005174 RANCHO CUCA34ONGA F~ILY YMCA 06/20/01 500.00 MW OR AP00169789 003170 REDDING,CITY OF 06/20/01 431.51 MW OH AP00169790 001324 REINqA~d{DTSEN, DEBPJ% 06/20/01 282.50 MW OH AP00169791 005914 REXEL CALCON ELECTRICAL SUPPL 06/20/01 658.83 MW OH AP00169792 000443 RHI CONSULTING 06/20/01 3,765.00 MW OH AP00169793 006518 RHYTHM ENTERTAINMEN~f 06/20/01 350.00 MW OH AP00169794 000276 RIVERSIDE BLUEPRINT 06/20/01 250.91 MW OH AP00169795 001322 RIVERSIDE CO DEPT CHILD SUPPO 06/20/01 226.00 MW OH AP00169796 000418 RMA GROUP 06/20/01 3,415.00 MW OH Payee Name different in Check DB CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/20/01 C E E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 7 WED, J~3N 20, 2001, 4:50 PM --req: CGONZALE--le~: GL JL--lo¢: FIN~/~CE---job: 41041 #S052 ..... pro~: CK200 <l.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. 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Payee Name Date Check ~J~ount Ty~e Subs Rel To Note AP00169847 002983 YOUGER ~ND PROS VIDEO, LEON 06/20/01 204.00 ~ OH CC GRAND TOTALS: Total Void Machine Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 7 Total Void Hand Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 Total Machine Written 618,590.60 Number of Checks Processed: 194 Total Hand Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 Total Reversals 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 Total Cancelled Checks 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 G R A N D T O T A L 618,590.60 CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/27/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CRECK REGISTER Page 1 WED, JUN 27, 2001, 4:59 PM --req: EFINCHER--leg: GL JL--loc: FINDdgCE---job: 41994 #E047 ..... pro~: CK200 <l.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. 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Payee Name Date Check Mount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170018 002228 CON~UNITY BANK 06/27/01 26,411.84 AP00170019 006709 COPP CRUSHING, D~2g 06/27/01 40.00 MW OH AP00170020 021674 COSTCO WHOLESALE ~MBERSHIP 06/27/01 125.00 MW OH AP00170021 021848 CUB SCOLDS OF ~4ERICA PACK 62 06/27/01 17.00 ~W AP00170022 VOID.CONTI~3 Void - Continued Stub 06/27/01 0.00 ~ OH Void AP00170023 000085 CUCAMONGA CO WATER DIET 06/27/01 17,697.27 ~W OH AP00170024 003238 CUCAMONGA TOOL CO 06/27/01 45.88 MW OH AP00170025 000604 CYBERCOM RESOURCES INC 06/27/01 2,581.66 MW OH AP00170026 004282 D 7 CONStrLTING INC 06/27/01 250.00 ~5~ OH Payee Name different in Cheek DB AP00170027 006445 D ~,NqD B VISIONS 06/27/01 600.00 MW OH AP00170028 000239 D ~ K CONCP~ETE COMP~N-Y 06/27/01 996.01 MW AP00170029 003149 DECK THE W~J~LS 06/27/01 975.00 MW OH AP00170030 003239 DEPART~ENT OF NEALTH SERVICES 06/27/01 4.80 MW OH AP00170031 003013 DI PIETRO, MARy JD2gE 06/27/01 30.00 MW OH AP00170032 006474 DOOR ~ARDWARE SERVICES 06/27/01 3,975.24 ~ OH AP00170033 005889 DtF~TON, BOB 06/27/01 i24.96 F~{ OH AP00170034 004205 DYNAMIC GRAPHICS INC 06/27/01 58.95 MW OH AP00170035 003240 EDELSON, DR D~LE 06/27/01 25.00 MW OH AP00170036 003364 EIGHTH AVENq3E GRAPHICS 06/27/01 1,384.82 MW AP00170037 003243 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CORPORA 06/27/01_ 112.20 ~W AP00170038 004524 ELLISON EDUCATIONAL EQUIPMENT 06/27/01 448.81 MW OH AP00170039 005613 EMPIRE REPROGRAPHICS 06/27/01 85.25 MW OH AP00170040 090520 EMPLOYMENT S¥STE~ INC. 06/27/01 2,720.51 MW OH AP00170041 002349 ESGIL CORPORATION 06/27/01 30,153.47 MW OH AP00170042 041324 ETIWANDA HIGH SCHOOL 06/27/01 1,500.00 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/27/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CNECK REGISTER Page 4 WED, JUN 27, 2001, 4:59 PM --req: KFINCHER--leg: GL JL--loc: FIN~CE---job: 41994 ~S047 ..... prog: CK200 <1.37>--report id: CNREG--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170043 000229 EWING IRRIGATION PRODUCTS 06/27/01 1,192.72 MW ON AP00170044 005917 FASTEN~J~ COMPA/~Y 06/27/01 395.39 MW ON AP00170045 006161 FAXON CO, THE 06/27/01 15.14 MW ON AP00170046 000184 FIELDMAlq ROLAPp AND ASSOCIATE 06/27/01 1,~93.00 MW OR AP00170047 006556 FINESSE PERSONI~EL ASSOCIATES 06/27/01 8,763.58 MW ON AP00170048 004371 FISHER SCIENTIFIC 06/27/01 123.35 MW OH AP00170049 006440 FLUORESCO LIGHTING 06/27/01 12,141.63 MW OR AP00170050 003245 FORMOSA FOOD COMPD~qY INC 06/27/01 40.30 MW OH AP00170051 003246 FORONDA, ROMA~ 06/27/01 300.00 MW OH AP00170052 006232 GADABOUT TOURS INC 06/27/01 880.00 MW OH AP00170053 004540 GALE GROUP,TNE 06/27/01 94.15 MW OR AP00170054 003356 GARCIA, VIVI~ 06/27/01 15.87 MW OH AP00170055 041340 GENERAL UNDERGROUND FIRE PROT 06/27/01 13.50 MW OH AP00170056 003155 GIROUX, EDWARD A 06/27/01 600.00 MW OH AP00170057 005955 GOLDEN WEST DISTRIBUTING 06/27/01 78.12 MW OH AP00170058 000650 GR~INGER, WW 06/27/01 2,539.15 MW OH AP00170059 041270 GRICAR, KATHRYN 06/27/01 22.50 MW OH AP00170060 006383 H.V. 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Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170118 004267 PETES ROB SERVICE 06/27/01 31.02 MW OH AP00170119 003180 P~TRA GEOTECHNICAL INC 06/27/01 28.07 MW OH AP00170120 006206 PI~ING CENTER, THE 06/27/01 6,942.00 MW OH AP00170121 003952 POMONA INL VALLEy CNCL OF CHU 06/27/01 1,357.25 MW OH AP00170122 001049 POMONA VALLEY KAWASAKI 06/27/01 2,163.81 MW OH AP00170123 000693 POWERSTRIDE BATTERY CO INC 06/27/01 119.14 MW OH AP00170124 006399 PREMIER PERSONNEL 06/27/01 2,837.17 MW OH CC AP00170125 002951 PREMIER PLUMBING CO 06/27/01 37.00 MW OH AP00170126 002533 PRENTICE ~ALL 06/27/01 50.46 MW OH AP00170127 001713 PROGRESSIVE BUSINESS P~LICAT 06/27/01 432.00 MW OH AP00170128 003213 PROVINCE, ~ 06/27/01 24.00 MW OH AP00170129 006561 PYRO SPECTACUL4%RS INC 06/27/01 13,500.00 MW OH AP00170130 005899 QUALITY ONE ENGRAVING 06/27/01 66.66 MW OH AP00170131 000251 R D/~D R AUTOMOTIVE 06/27/01 110.00 MW OH AP00170132 001038 R J M DESIGN GROUP INC 06/27/01 4,875.00 MW OH AP00170133 000264 RALPHS GROCERY COMPANY 06/27/01 130.93 MW OH AP00170134 003228 RAMOS JR, DOUGLAS 06/27/01 46.00 MW OH AP00170135 000070 RANCHO CUC2%MONOA C~,~4BER 06/27/01 140.00 MW OH AP00170136 012052 R/LNCHO CUCAMONGA CO~K3NITY FO 06/27/01 500.00 NW OH AP00170137 012574 P~ERS CHAIR, TEE 06/27/01_ 12.84 MW OH AP00170138 003229 RELY STAFF LLC 06/27/01 23.00 MW OH AP00170139 005914 REXEL CALCON ELECTRICAL SUPPL 06/27/01 301.00 MW OH AP00170140 006601 P2qINO LININ~ OF RANCHO CUCAMO 06/27/01 1,300.00 MW OH AP00170141 006518 RHYTHM ENTERTAI~NT 06/27/01 300.00 MW OH AP00170142 001427 RICHMOND AMERICAN NOMWS 06/27/01 1,086.30 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/27/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Pa~e 8 WED, JUN 27, 2001, 4:59 PM --req: KFINCHER--leg: GL JL--loc: FI~L~NCE---job: 41994 ~S047 ..... prog: CK200 <1.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. 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Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170168 003232 SOUTHLAI~D SWEEPING SERVICE 06/27/01 6.02 MW OH AP00170169 005722 SPECTRA COMP/~qY 06/27/01 1,971.00 MW OH APO0170170 003058 STATE OF CALIFOPd~IA 06/27/01 576.00 MW OH AP00170171 005410 T ~ D INSTALLATIONS 06/27/01 1,977.40 MW OH AP00170172 002344 TARGET 06/27/01 940.35 MW OH AP00170173 002234 TCM LLC 06/27/01 154.45 MW OH AP00170174 003942 TERMINIX INTERNATIONAL 06/27/01 545.00 MW OH AP00170175 003388 TRUGREEN LA/~DCARE RSGION~J~ 06/27/01 5,162.50 MW O~ AP00170176 004206 UNIQUE CP~EATIONS 06/27/01 731.44 MW OH AP00170177 006707 UNITED HORTICULTLrRAL SUPPLY 06/27/01 875.05 MW OH AP00170178 002682 UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE 06/27/01 4,500.00 MW OH AP00170179 VOID.CONTINU Void - Continued Stub 06/27/01 0.00 VM OH Void AP00170180 000137 VERIZON CALIFOPd~IA 06/27/01 1,490.39 MW ON Payee Name different in Check DB AP00170181 003254 VILLA-SD~NTA, JENNIFER 06/27/01 59.00 MW OH AP00170182 006616 VILLAGOMEZ, CHARLEI 06/27/01 200.00 MW OH AP00170183 001103 VISTA PAINT 06/27/01 1,457.40 MW OH AP00170184 003255 W~J~DOWSKI, FAITH 06/27/01 30.00 MW OH AP00170185 003154 WATKINS, SPENCER 06/27/01 350.00 MW OH AP00170186 000213 WAXIE 06/27/01 8,935.02 MW OH AP00170187 005526 WEST GROUP 06/27/01_ 64.50 MW OH AP00170188 003258 WESTERN HERITAGE MOBILE HOMES 06/27/01 30.00 MW OH AP00170189 006500 WESTERN PACIFIC PUMp SALES 06/27/01 405.50 MW OH AP00170190 003256 WESTFA~L, KRISTEN 06/27/01 12.00 MW OH AP00170191 003080 WHITTIER FERTILIZER 06/27/01 1,638.25 MW OH AP00170192 000212 WILLDAN ASSOCIATES 06/27/01 32,036.50 MW OR CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 06/27/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK P~EGISTER Pa~e 10 WED, J/JN 27, 2001, 4:59 PM --req: KFINCHER--le~: GL JL--loc: FIND~NCE---job: 41994 #S047 ..... proD: CK~00 <l.37>--report id: Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date CheckAmount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170193 003257 WILSON, DANIELLE 06/27/0~ 40.00 ~ AP00170194 000509 XEROX CORPORATION 06/27/01 667.06 MW OH GRAND TOTALS: Total Void Machine Written - 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 5 Total Void Hand Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 ToLal Machine Written 1674,592.75 Number of Checks Processed: 222 Total Hand Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: Total Reversals 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 Total Cancelled Checks 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 G R A N D T O T A L 1674,592.75 CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 07/03/01 C H S C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 1 TUB, JUL 03, 2001, 3:36 PM --req: CGONZALE--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---Job: 43182 #S040 ..... prc~: CK200 <1.37>--report id: CKR~G--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170229 006309 ~SON, RO~ 07/03/01 1,248.00 MW OH AP00170230 002984 ~OLPH KIEFERAND ASSOCIATES 07/03/01 15.64 NW OH AP00170231 005509 AIR CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENTS 07/03/01 3,201.36 MW OH AP00170232 004337 ~LFAX WHOLESALE FLTR~IT~E INC 07/03/01 1,027.56 MW OH AP00170233 000973 ALPHAGRAPHICS 07/03/01 21.26 MW OH AP00170234 000017 ALTA FIRE EQUIPMENT CO 07/03/01 181.41 MW OH AP00170235 006172 ALTA LOMA C";d%RTER LINES 07/03/01 127.00 MW OH AP00170236 003135 A~TDERSONS 07/03/01 311.72 MW OH AP00170237 005992 APWA 07/03/01 137.50 MW OH AP00170238 001823 ARCH WIRELESS 07/03/01 333.95 MW OH Payee Name different in Check DB A~00170239 003294 ~MSTRON~AND A~MSTRONG 07/03/01 60.62 MW OH AP00170240 000962 AT ~ T 07/03/01 33.64 MW OH A~00170241 006115 AUFBAU CORPORATION 07/03/01 27,335.50 MW OH 1~00170242 003198 BANNER I~GES 07/03/01 548.05 MW OH AP00170243 002580 BELLO, SHONDA 07/03/01 960.00 MW OH AP00170244 004441 BEST BUY CO INC 07/03/0i 258.43 MW OH AP00170245 006240 BEST IN WEST 07/03/01 1,035.11 MW OH AP00170246 001150 BILLIARDS AND BARSTOOLS 07/03/01 242.78 MW OH ~00170247 000041 BISHOP COME~/~ 07/03/01 1,596.78 MW OH AP00170248 004698 BOED~TER, F~%RGIE 07/03/01 120.00 MW OH ~00170249 004410 BURNS INTENTIONAL SECURITY 07/03/01 4,767.48 MW OH AR00170250 002602 BUTLER JR, E~NUEL 07/03/01 300.00 MW OH AP00170251 002829 C~24ACHO, OLIVIA 07/03/01 200.00 MW OH AR AP00170252 004803 CA, PO INC 07/03/01 90.00 MW OH ~00170253 002189 CARPE DIEM CONSULTIN~ INC 07/03/01 1,500.00 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 07/03/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 2 TUE, ~ 03, 2001, 3:36 PM --req: C~Q, NZALE--leg: GL JL--loc: FINAnCE---job: 43182 ~S040 ..... prog: CK200 <1.37>--report id: Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170254 003295 CEJLTDO, CAP~4EN 07/03/01 55.00 MW OH AP00170255 001061 C"rL%J~PION AWARDS ~ SPECIALIE 07/03/01 1,652.28 MW AP00170256 006052 C~JtRTER M~DIA LA REGION 07/03/01 1,446.08 MW OH Payee Name different in Cheek DB AP00170257 000074 CITY R~NTALS 07/03/01 92.40 MW OH AP00170258 006215 CM SCHOOL S%PSPLY 07/03/01 48.42 MW OH AP00170259 003166 COAST FITNESS 07/03/01 3,250.00 MW OH AP00170260 004211 CO~,gT RECREATION INC 07/03/01 2,842.10 MW AP00170261 002470 COLTON TRUCK SUPPLY 07/03/01 1,221.22 MW OH AP00170262 001420 COHRAD BUSINESS SERVICES 07/03/01 2,885.00 MW OH AP00170263 005349 CREATIVE MAN~EMENT SOLUTIONS 07/03/01 180.00 MW OH AP00170264 006085 CUCAMON~A CO WATER DIET 07/03/01 6,060.00 MW OH AP00170265 000284 DAISY WHEEL RIBBON CO INC 07/03/01 1,037.74 MW OH AP00170266 001067 DAVID, NOM~O M 07/03/01 3,120.00 NW OH AP00170267 003287 DELEO COb~%~3NICATIONS INC 07/03/01 400.00 MW OH AP00170268 003364 EIGHT~AVENUE GRAPHICS 07/03/01 5,833.~6 MW OH ~00170269 005137 E~4PIRE ~OBILE HOME SERVICE 07/03/01 679.00 MW OH AP00170270 005262 EVANS SPORTING ~OODS 07/03/01 6,073.34 MW OH AP00170271 004914 EXCLUSI~F~ E~%GES 07/03/01 13.98 MW OH AP00170272 005917 FAb~TENAL COMEA~TY 07/03/01 199.87 MW OH ~00170273 000123 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP 07/03/01 81.57 MW OH ~00170274 005892 FIRST PLACE TROPHIRS 07/03J01 1,088.74 MW OH A~00170275 003088 FIRST STOP~Y~O~PORTS INC 07/03/01 305.00 MW .OH AP00170276 003142 FIa%~TIME 07/03/01 491.60 MW OH AP00170277 080050 GRO~P~%~HICB 07/03/0~ 12,847.40 MW OH A~00170278 003827 GRERN ROCK POWER EQUIPMENT 07/03/01 211.52 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 07/03/01 C H E C K R E O I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 3 TUE, JUL 03, 2001, 3:36 PM --req: C~ONZALE--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 43182 #S040 ..... prog: CK200 <1.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170279 003084 HSCKEL, JANIS 07/03/01 1,000.00 MW OH CC AP00170280 006587 HOLMES ~ I~VER INC 07/03/01 3,431.31 MW OH AP00170281 004414 HOOD, ~ARYS 07/03/01 25.14 MW OH AP0017028~ 001377 HOPPERS DP.;tFTING FI~ITb~ AN 07/03/01 5,442.45 MW OH AP00170283 001234 HOSE MAN INC 07/03/01 68.12 MW OH AP00170284 003276 ICI DULUX PAINT CENTER~ 07/03/01 436.78 MW OH AP00170285 001218 INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION GROUP 07/03/01 63.31 MW OH AP00170286 003736 Ib-~ EMPIRE SOCCER REFEREE 07/03/01 12,089.00 MW OH CC AP00170287 005682 INI~ INDUSTRIAL MEDICAL GRO 07/03/01 589.34 MW OH CC AP00170288 033085 INSURANCE EDUCATIO~ALASSOC 07/03/01 300.00 MW OH AP00170289 002392 I%'MAA 07/03/01 525.00 MW OH AP00170290 002581 JAN WAY COMPANY 07/03/01 732.19 MW OH A]~00170291 003152 JD AUDIO VIHL~%L 07/03/01 125.29 MW OH AP00170292 091011 JON'H FLAGS AND POLES 07/03/01 83.75 MW OH AP00170293 006667 K.E.C. ENGINEERING 07/03/01 110,061.23 MW OH AP00170294 002220 KELLY PAPER COMPANY 07/03/01 218.56 MW OH AP00170295 000149 KING, LD 07/03/01 866.20 MW OH AP00170296 002979 KIPP BROTHERS 07/03/01 144.45 MW OH ~P00170297 005295 EIuAUS ]~ND SONS 07/03/01 350.00 MW OH AP00170298 006516 KRUSE, JOAN A 07/03/01 320.00 MW OH CC AP00170299 002938 LA~DATECH I~qTHP/qATION~L 07/03/01 7,500.00 MW OH AP00170300 001864 LA~H, JARP~D 07/03/01 730.00 MW OH CC AP00170301 000849 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 07/03/01 361.71 MW OH AP00170302 000197 LEAGU~ OF CALIFOANIA CITIES 07/03/01 345.00 MW ' OH AP00170303 000979 L~WIH OPHRATING CORP 07/03/01 27.80 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 07/03/01 C H E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Page 4 TUE, JUL 03, 2001, 3:36 PM --req: C~ONZALE--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 43182 #S040 ..... pros: CK200 ,1.37)--report id: cKR~G--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170304 003275 LIGHT BULBS ETC 07/03/01 20.96 MW OH AP00170305 001005 LIL STITCH 07/03/01 4,446.74 MW OH CC AF00170306 003195 LITE 92.7 FM 07/03/01 3,500.00 MW OH AP00170307 005274 LITTLE BEAI~ PRDDUCTIONS 07/03/01 75.00 MW OH CC AP00170308 008662 LOS ;~N~ELES COCA CO~A BTL CO 07/03/01 1,316.53 MW OH AP00170309 003156 LUS LIGH~'HOUSE INC 07/03/01 663.38 MW. OH AP00170310 002587 LUTTERMAN, GEORGE 07/03/01 1,280.00' MW OH CC AP00170311 001062 M C I WORLDCOM ' 07/03/01 1,166.71 MW OH AP00170312 032126 MARCIA'S V~RMICI3LTUR~ COMPOST 07/03/01 346.50 MW OH CC AP00170313 004727 MARSHALL PLtDiBING 07/03/01 3,237.87 MW OH CC AP00170314 003871 MATT'S HI%RDWA~ 07/03/01 22.49 MW OH AP00170315 005148 MCCLINTON TRUCKING CO INC, J 07/03/01 5,909.46 MW OH AP00170316 002995 MCMURRAYAND ~TERN 07/03/01 6,071.00 MW OH CC AP00170317 002198 MICHAELS STOP, ES INC 3019 07/03/01 79.36 MW OH AP00170318 004164 MIDDLESEX OFFICE SUPPLY INC 07/03/01 151.02 MW OH AP00170319 004374 MOBILE STORAGE GROUP INC 07/03/01 134.92 MW OH A~00170320 002248 NAPA AUTO PARTS 07/03/01 204.11 MW OH AP00170321 002837 NATIONAL EVENT SERVICES 07/03/01 756.00 MW OH 'AP00170322 002361 ~TEWPORT TP~%FFIC STUDIES 07/03/01 288.00 MW OH CC AP00170323 000433 NIXONEGLI EUIpM~.NT 07/03/01 605.21 MW OH AP00170324 002582 NOBLE COMPILNY, R J 07/63~1 21,766.61 MW OH AP00170325 005221 NOR~TAR I~U~TRZES 07/03/01 262.22 MW OH AP00170326 002778. OAI~EY INO 07/03/01 874.97 MW OH AP00170327 000523 OFFICE DEPOT 07/03/01 1,908.41 MW OH AP00170328 000224 ORANGR COUNTY STRIPING SERVIC 07/03/01 3,595.35 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 07/03/01 C H E C K R E O I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Pa~e S TUE, JUL 03, 2001, 3:36 PM --req: CGONZALE--le~: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 43182 #s040 ..... pro~: CK200 <1.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note A~00170329 001824 ORIENTAL TRADING 07/03/01 559.33 ~ OH AP00170330 004904 O/f, ~URA 07/03/01 430.00 ~W OH AP00170331 000235 OWEN ELECTRIC 07/03/01 8,550.92 ~{W OH AP00170332 001441 PACIFIC BELL 07/03/01 1,456.16 MW OH AP0017Q333 000338 PACIFIC EQUIP AND IRRIGATION 07/03/01 4,069.95 MW OH AP00170334 000818 PARA~ON BUILDING PRODUCTS INC 07/03/01 297.01 MW OH AP00170335 003547 PERPET~U%L STORAGE 07/03/01 605.28 MW OH AP00170336 004267 PETES ROAD SERVICE 07/03/01 222.35 MW OH AP00170337 000255 PO~A DISTRIBUTING CO 07/03/01 2,335.58 ~W OH AP00170338 000693 POWERETRIDE ~A~fERy CO INC 07/03/01 238.40 MW OH AP00170339 000758 PRAXAIR DISTRIBUTION INC 07/03/01 112.34 MW OH AP00170340 003500 PRECISION DYNAMICS CORPORATIO 07/03/01 101.14 MW OH AP00170341 000583 PROTECTION SERVICE INDUSTRIES 07/03/01 388.07 MW OH AP00170342 000065 PRUDENTIAL OVER3%~L. SUPPLY 07/03/01 23.10 MW OH AP00170343 005899 QUALITY ON~ ~NGRAVING 07/03/01 34.40 MW OH AP00170344 006454 QWEST 07/03/01 52.73 MW OH AP00170345 000251 RAND R AUTOMOTIVE 07/03/01 1,402.51 MW OH AP00170346 004713 R C ~R/(ETING CO 07/03/01 1,365.00 [qW OH AP00170347 003813 R C PHOTO~PJ%PHYAND A~SOCIATE 07/03/01 59.26 MW OH AP00170348 005618 RIC'~/~RDS WATSONAND GERSHON 07/03/01 12,317.19 MW OH AP00170349 004704 RUSH, CHRIS 07/03/01 235.62 MW OH AP00170350 003896 SENEC}L%L, CAL 07/03/01 324.00 MW OH AP00170351 003285 SHEEN, SANDRA 07/03/01 885.00 MW OH AP00170352 001987 SHERWOOD ~,~TWORK~ 07/03/01 110.00 MW OH AP00170353 000351 SIGN SHOP, THE 07/03/01 601.57 MW OH CITY OF RC IFAS (PROD) 07/03/01 C E E C K R E G I S T E R CHECK REGISTER Pa~e 6 TUE, ~ 03, 2001, 3:36 PM --req: C~ONZALS--leg: GL JL--loc: FINANCE---job: 43182 #S040 ..... prog: CK200 <l.37>--report id: CKREG--- Check Payee ID. Payee Name Date Check Amount Type Subs Rel To Note AP00170354 001327 S~9%RTIkND FIN~J~ 07/03/01 1,181.06 MW OH AP00170355 000317 SO CALIF EDISON CO 07/03/01 212.84 MW OH AP00170356 000902 STATE OF CA DEP/tRT~NT OF T~A 07/03/01 5,513.63 MW OH A~00170357 000836 TARGET SPECIALTY PRODUCTS 07/03/01 49.62 MW OH ~00170358 002234 TCM LLC 07/03/01 2.59 MW OH AP00170359 003942 TERMINIX INTERNATIOI4I%L 07/03/01 232.00 MW OH ~00170360 001919 TOMARK SPORTS INC 07/03/01 118.25 MW OH ~00170361 004788 UNDERGROUND SVCALSRT OF SO C 07/03/01 517.S0. MW OH ~00170362 006665 UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA 07/03/01 12,229.03 MW OH ~00170363 004558 US GUA/~DS CO INC 07/03/01 6,496.54 MW OH ~00170364 VOID.CONTINUVoid - Continued Stub 07/03/01 0.00 VM OH Void ~00170365 0~0137 VERIZON CALIFORNIA 07/03/01 6,760.64 MW OH Payee Name different in Check DB ~00170366 006661 VERIZON WIRELESS 07/03/01 866.24 MW OH AP00170367 000213 WAXIE 07/03/01 2,619.77 MW OH G R~ND TOTALS: Tote1 VoidMa~hine Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 1 Total Void Hand Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 Total Machine Written 375,865.19 Number of Checks Processed: 138 Total Hand Written 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 Total Reversals 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 · Total Cancelled Cheeks 0.00 Number of Checks Processed: 0 G R A N D T O T A ~ 375,865.15 City of Rancho Cucamonga City of Rancho Cucamonga Portfolio Management Portfolio Summary June 30, 2001 Par Market Book % of Days to YTM YTM Investments Value Value Value Portfolio Term Maturity 360 Equiv. 365 Equiv. Local Agency Investment Funds 26,612,878.72 26,612,878.72 26.612,878.72 20.46 I I 4.890 4.958 Cedirmates o f Deposi~Neg. -Bank t.515,000.00 t,519,057.02 t,515,000.00 1.16 365 32 6.820 6.915 Federal Agency Issues - Coupon 100,000,000.00 100,535,663.15 99,947,108.25 76.84 1.680 1,362 5,867 5.949 Treasu~ Securities - Coupon 2.000,000.00 2,030,000~00 1.995.937.50 1.53 731 214 6.396 ' 6.485 Modgege Backed Secu~ties 1,084.75 1,095.93 1,076.95 0.00 5,426 184 8.219 8.3.33 Investments t30,128,963.47 t30,698,694.82 130,07t,999.42 100.00% 1,307 1,050 5.687 5.766 Cash and Accrued Interest Passbook~h~cklng 789,218.68 789,218.68 789,218.68 I I t .973 2.000 (not Included in yield calculations) Acc~und Interest at Purchase 21,640.55 21,640.55 Subtotal 810,859.23 810,859.23 Total Cash and Investments t 30,9'18,182.15 t 3t ,509,554.05 t 30,882,858.65 t ,307 1,050 5.687 5.766 Total Earnings June 30 Month Ending Fiscal Year To Date Fiscal Year Ending Current Year 633,387.94 7,323,684.52 7,323,684.52 Average Dally Balance t 30,869,378.'16 t t 9,2t 0,036.58 Effective Rate of Return 5.89% 6.t4% I cedify that this report accurately reflects all City pooled investments and is in comformity with the investment policy adopted October 4, 2000. A copy of the investment policy is aveilable in the AdmlnisVative Services Department. The Investment Program herein shown provides sufficient cash flow liquidity to meet the next six months estimated expenditures. The month-end market values were obtained from (IDC)-Interacflve Data Corporation pridng service. Tt~ attached Summery of C~.~-~d Investments with Fiscal Agents as of the prior month's end Is provided under the City official Investment Policy. The provisions of the individual bond documents / / Portfolio CITY CP City of Rancho Cucamonga Portfolio Management Page 2 Portfolio Details - Investments June 30, 2001 Average Purchase Stated YTM Days to Maturity CUSIP Investment # Issuer Balance Date Par Value Market Value Book Value Rate Moody's 360 Maturity Date Local Agency Investment Funds 00005 LOCAL AGENCY INVST FUND 26,612,878.72 26,612,878.72 26,612,878.72 4.958 4.890 1 Subtotal and Average 24,026,312.05 26,6t2,878.72 26.612~78.72 26,612,878.72 4.890 1 Certificates of Deposit/Neg. - Bank 06050ERH0 1070 NATIONSBANK NA 08/02/2000 1,515.000.00 1.519,057.02 1,515,000.00 6.820 6.820 32 08/02/2001 Subtotal and Average 2,928,336.93 1,515,000.00 1,519,057.02 1,515,000.00 6.820 32 Federal Agency Issues - Coupon 31331RAA3 00988 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 03/27/1997 2.000,000.00 2.036.723.94 2,000,000.00 6.620 6.529 269 03/27/2002 31331RDX0 00996 FED ERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 07117/1997 2,000,000.00 2,037.643.74 1,999,375.00 6.240 6.162 381 07/17/2002 31331RMS1 01002 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 01~7/1098 1,000,000.00 1.010,267.94 1.000.000.00 6.330 6.243 555 01/07/2003 3133IRMA0 01004 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 01/06/1998 2.000.000.00 2.044,959.72 2.000.000.00 6.220 6.135 554 01/06/2003 31331H6E2 1075 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 01/24/2001 2,000,000.00 2,017,500.00 2,000,000.00 5.730 5.652 1.303 01/24/2005 31331LFFO 1087 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 04/11/2001 2,000,000.00 1,995,000.00 2,000,000.00 5.520 5.444 1,380 04/11/2005 31331LGR3 1005 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT EANK 05/08/2001 2,000,000.00 2,000,625.00 2,000,000.00 5.950 5.868 1.772 05~8/2006 31331LGR3 1097 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 05/08/2001 2,000,000.00 2,000,625.00 2,000,000.00 5.950 5.868 1.772 05/08/2006 31331LHD3 1t00 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 05/24/2001 2,000,000.00 1,983,750.00 1,991,250.00 5.600 5.624 1.779 05/15/2006 31331LKE7 t107 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 05/14/2001 3,000.000.00 2,998.125.00 2,997,000.00 5.560 5.512 1.444 05/14/2005 3133M2US4 01003 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 01/05/1998 1,000,000.00 1,025,937.50 1,000,000.00 6,230 6.145 554 01/06/2003 3133M6NE4 01035 FEDERAL HOME LOAN EANK 12/05/1998 2.000,000.00 2,028.125.00 2.000.000.00 5.530 5.454 890 12/08/2003 3133M75D4 01038 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 01121/1999 1,000,000.00 1.013,437.50 1.000.000.00 5.510 5.435 934 01/21/2004 3133M86L3 01043 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 03/23/1999 3,000,000.00 3,054,375.00 3.000.000.00 5.755 5.676 449 09/23/2002 3133M94J8 01050 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 06/17/1009 3,000,000.00 3,094,687.50 2.984.531.25 6,230 6.265 1,082 06/17/2004 3133M96K3 01053 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 06/25/1909 2,000,000.00 2,044,375.00 1,996,875,00 6.480 6.428 1.093 05/28/2004 3133M9CG5 01054 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 07/15/1999 1,000,000.00 1,000,625.00 1,000,000.00 6.040 5.957 12 07/15/2001 3133MARK7 1059 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 02/25/2000 2.000.000.00 2,040,000.00 1,999,687.50 7.000 6.910 604 02/25/2003 3133MBHV2 1062 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 05/25/2000 2,000,000.00 2,066,350.00 1,994,375.00 7.890 7.850 1,415 05/16/2005 3133MCX34 1076 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 01124/2001 3.000,000.00 3,030,000.00 2.997,187.50 5.780 5.707 1.303 01/24/2005 3133MFBP2 1103 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 05/30/2001 2,000,000.00 2.001.875.00 1,999.062.50 5.800 5.731 1,794 05/30/2006 3133MF7E2 1105 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 05/06/2001 2,000,000.00 2,001,875.00 2.000,000.00 5.750 5.671 1,801 05/06/2000 3133MFGAO 1106 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 06/14/2001 2,000,000.00 2,007,500.00 2.000.000.00 6.060 5.977 1,809 05/14/2006 312902E96 1072 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 08/0712000 2,000,000.00 2,005,723.88 1.997.812.50 7.050 7.012 402 05/07/2002 312923GH2 1078 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 02/14/2001 2,000,000.00 2,004,849,85 2,000,000.00 6.000 5.918 1,689 02/14/2006 312923MQ5 1081 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 03/2012001 1,000,000.00 994,307.86 1,000,000.00 5.625 5.548 t .723 03/20/2006 312923MJ1 1082 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 03/21/2001 4.000,000.00 3,969,791.87 4,000,000.00 5.700 5.622 1,724 03/21/2006 312923SM8 1086 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 04/10/2001 4,C~0,000.00 3,971.275.64 4,000,000.00 5.510 5.435 1.744 04/10/2006 Pot[folio CITY CP Date: 07/11/2001 - 07:50 PM (PRF_PM2) SymRept V5.02f City of Rancho Cucamonga Portfolio Management Page 3 Portfolio Details - Investments June 30, 2001 Average Purchase Stated Y'FM Days to Maturity CUSIP Investment S Issuer Balance Date Par Value Market Value Book Value Bate Moody's 360 Maturity Date Federal Agency Issues - Coupon 312923ZB4 1096 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 05/08/2001 6.000,000.00 5,939.003.90 6,000,000.00 5.520 5.444 1,772 05/05/2006 312923ZY4 1098 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 05/09/3001 5,000,000.00 4.970,239.26 5,000,000.00 5.700 5.622 1.773 05/09/2006 312923H99 1102 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 05/30/2001 3,000.000.00 2.~92,274.78 3,000,000.00 6.000 5.918 1,794 05/30/2006 31364FG96 01018 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 05/19/1998 2,0C0,000.00 2,051,725.77 2,000,000.00 6.125 6.041 687 05/19/2003 31364KPT1 1065 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 06/06/2000 3,000.000.00 3.104,062.50 3,000,000.00 7.875 7.767 1,436 06/06/2005 31364KR36 1077 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 02/05/2001 4,000.000.00 4.040,000.00 3.999,375.00 5.625 5.553 1,131 06/05/2004 31359MGV9 1079 FEDERAL NATL MTGASSN 03/05/2001 3,000,000.00 3,019,687.50 3,000,000,00 5,450 5.374 956 02/12/2004 3136FOAL6 1085 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 04/04/2001 4,000,000.00 3,952.500.00 3.994.375.00 5.300 5.259 1,732 03/29/2006 3136FODW9 1088 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 04/11/2001 2,000,000.00 1,991,875.00 2,000.000.00 5.650 5.573 1,745 04/11/2006 3136FOEVO 1091 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 04/24/2001 2,000,000,00 1,997,500.00 1,9~9,200.00 5.750 5.680 1,751 04/17/2006 3136FOEW8 t092 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 04/24/2001 3.000.000.00 2,985,937.50 2,997,000.00 5.510 5.457 1,751 04/17/2006 3136FOLU4 1101 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 05/24/2001 2.000.000.00 2.004.375.00 2,000,000,00 5.710 5.632 1,788 05/24/2006 3136FOMC3 1104 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 06/05/2001 2,000,000.00 2.006.250.00 2,000,000.00 6.000 5.918 1,800 06/05/2006 Subtotal and Average 10t,t8t,322.92 100,000,000.00 100,535,663. t5 99,947,t 06.25 5.867 1,362 Treasury Securities - Coupon 9128275X6 1058 TREASURY NOTE 01/31/2000 2,000,000.00 2.030,000.00 1.995,937.50 6.375 6.396 214 01/31/2002 Subtotal and Average t,995,937.50 2,000,000.00 2,030,000.00 1,995,937.50 6.396 2t4 Mortgage Backed Securities 313401ww7 00071 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 02/23/1987 t,084,75 1,095,93 1,076.95 8.000 8.219 184 01101/2002 Subtotal and Average t,190.92 1,084.75 1,095.93 1,076.95 8.2t9 t84 Total Investmenta and Average 130,133,000.33 130,128,963.47 t30,698,694.82 t 30,071,999.42 5,687 1,050 Portfolio CITY CP City of Rancho Cucamonga Portfolio Management Page 4 Portfolio Details - Cash June 30, 2001 Average Purchase Stated YTM Days to CUSIP Investment # Issuer Balance Data Par Value Market Value Book Value Rata Moody's 360 Maturity Cash Accounts 00180 BANK OF AMERICA 789,218.68 789,218.68 789,218.68 2.000 1.973 1 Cash Subtotal and Average Balance 736,377.83 789~18.88 789At8.68 789~t8.68 Accrued Interest at Purchase 21,640.55 21,640.55 Subtotal 810,859.23 810,859.23 Total Cash and Investments t30,869,378.t6 t30,9t8,182.15 131,889,554.05 130,882,858.65 5.887 t,050 Portfolio CITY CP ,~ Date: 07111/2001 - 07:50 PM (PRF_PM2} SymRept V5,02~ City of Rancho Cucamonga Portfolio nnanagement Page 5 Investment Activity By lype June 1, 2001 through June 30, 2001 Beginning Stated Transaction Purchases Sales/Maturities Ending CUSIP Investment # Issuer Balance Rate Date or Deposits or Withdrawals Balance Local Agency Investment Funds (Monthly Summary) 00005 LOCAL AGENCY INVST FUND 4.958 7,300,000.00 6,500,000.00 Subtotal 25,812,878.72 7,300,800.00 6,500,000.00 26,6t2,878.72 Savings/Miscellaneous Accounts (Monthly Summary) 00180 BANK OF AMERICA 2.000 54,662.95 0.00 Subtotal 734,555.73 54,662.95 0.00 789~218.68 Certificates of Deposit/Neg. - Bank 06050EMS1 1064 BANK OF AMERICA 7.330 06/05/2001 0.00 2,000,000.00 06050EYD1 1099 BANK OF AMERICA 3820 06/20/2001 0.00 1,810,532.00 Subtotal 5,325,532.00 0.00 3,8¶0,532.00 t,5~5,000.00 Federal Agency Issues - Coupon 31331RQ65 01036 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 5.660 06/15/2001 0.00 2,000,000.00 31331R7E9 01052 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 6.375 06/21/2001 0.00 2.000,000.00 31331LKE7 1107 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANK 5.560 06/14/2001 2,997,000.00 0.00 3133M95Q1 01051 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 6.150 06/21/2001 0.00 1,999,375.00 3133MBM46 1067 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK 7.550 06/13/2001 0,00 1.000,000.00 3133MF7E2 1105 FEDERAL HOME LOAN E~ANK 5.750 06/06/2001 2,000,000.00 0.O0 3133MFGAO 1106 FEDERAL HOME LOAN DANK 6.060 06/14/2001 2,000,000.00 0,00 3136FOMC3 1104 FEDERAL NATL MTG ASSN 6.000 06/05/2001 2,000,000.00 0.00 Subtotal 97,949,481.25 8,997,000.00 6,999,375,00 99,947,106.25 Treasury Securities - Coupon Subtotal 1,995,937.50 1,995,937.50 Mortgage Becked Securities 313401WW7 00071 FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTG. CORP. 8.000 06/15/2001 0.00 244.23 Subtotal t ,32t.18 0.00 244.23 1,876.95 Total 131,819,706.38 16,351,662.95 t7,310,t5t.23 ~30,861 ~t8.10 Portfolio CITY CP Run Date: 07/11/2001 o 07:50 PM (PRF_PM3) SymRepl V5+02f City of Rancho Cucamonga Summary of Cash and Investments with Fiscal Agents For the Month Ended May 31, 2001 Trustee and/or Purchase Maturity Cost Bond Issue Pavina A~ent Account Name Investment Date Date Yield Value Assessment Distdct No 93-1 US Bank Imprvmnt Fund First Amedcan Treasury Obligation 8/4/97 N/A* 3.60% $ 257,311.00 Masi Plaza Imprvmnt Fund Cash N/A N/A N/A 0.78 Reserve Fund First Amedcan Treasury Obligation 8/4/97 N/A* 3.60% 246,567.00 Reserve Fund Cash N/A N/A N/A 0.11 Redemp. Fund First Amedcan Treasury Obligation 8/4/97 N/A 3.60% 4,459.00 Redemp. Fund Cash N/A N/A N/A 0.66 $ 508,338.55 PFA RFDG Rev Bonds sedes US Bank Expense Fund First Amedcan Treasury Obligation 7/1/99 N/A* 3.60% $ 66.00 Cash N/A N/A N/A 0.51 1999 A (St) & 1999 B (Subord) Sub Resrv. Fund First American Treasury Obligation 7/1/99 N/A* 3.60% 607,924.00 Cash N/A N/A N/A 0.97 Sr. Resrv. Fund First American Treasury Obligation 7/1/99 N/A* 3.60% 1,142,060.00 Cash N/A N/A N/A 0.54 Redemption Fund First Amedcan Treasury Obligation 7/1/99 N/A* 3.60% Cash N/A N/A N/A Revenue Fund First Amedcan Treasury Obligation 3/2/00 N/A* 3.60% 75,612.00 Cash N/A N/A N/A 0.06 Residual Fund First American Treasury Obligation 1/16/01 N/A* 3.60% 194,616.00 Cash N/A N/A N/A 0.97 $ 2,020,281.05 TOTAL CASH AND INVESTMENTS WITH FISCAL AGENTS $ 2,528,619.60 * Note: These investments are money market accounts which have no stated matudty date as they may be liquidated upon demand. ~. i:Vinance~Cash with Fiscal Agents.xl$ 6/12/01 4:44 PM I~ A N C H O C U C a M O N G A ]~ NC IN E I~I~IN G D E DAI~TI~I~N T SlaffReport DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: William J. O'Neil, City Engineer BY: Jerry A. Dyer, Associate Engineer SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE THE ADVERTISING OF THE "NOTICE INVITING BIDS" FOR ACCESS RAMP IMPROVEMENTS GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG HERMOSA AVENUE AND LEMON AVENUE, TO BE FUNDED FROM ACCOUNT NOS. 11763035650~1150176-0 AND 12143035650/1017214-0 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the plans and specifications for Access Ramp improvements generally located along Hermosa Avenue and Lemon Avenue, and approve the attached resolution authorizing the City Clerk to advertise the "Notice Inviting Bids." BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS: The City has developed a six-year Transition Plan to bring City facilities into compliance with ADA guidelines. The current project will construct or reconstruct access ramps pursuant to the Transition Plan. The project will be funded from two separate accounts: Measure "1" funds (Account No. 11763035650/1150176-0) and TDA Article 3 fu'nds (Account No. 12143035650/1017214-0). Staff has determined that the project is Categorically Exempt per Article19, Section 15301(c) of the CEQA guidelines. CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT RE: NOTICE INVITING BIDS- ACCESS RAMP IMPROVEMENTS July 18, 2001 Page 2 The project plans and specifications were completed by staff and approved by the City Engineer. The Engineer's estimate is $82,500 including a 10% contingency.. Legal advertising is scheduled for July 24, 2001 and July 31, 2001, with a bid opening at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 14, 2001. ResPe~fully submitted, Willi~m'J. O'Neil City Engineer WJO:JAD Attachments: Vicinity Map and Resolution VICINITY MAP ADA 2000/2001 ACCESS RAMP IMPROVEMENTS AT VARIOUS LOCATION ALONG HERMOSA AVE. AND LEMON AVE, PROJECT LOCATION Banyan I Route 30 under construction) bland Av Base Foothil EXHIBIT "A' RESOLUTION NO. ~]" /~ff~ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR "ACCESS RAMP IMPROVEMENTS GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG HERMOSA AVENUE AND LEMON AVENUE" IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS WHEREAS, it is the intention of the City of Rancho Cucamonga' to construct certain improvements in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. W~-IEREAS, the City of Rancho Cucamonga has prepared plans and specifications for the construction of certain improvements. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the plans and specifications presented by the City of Rancho Cucamonga be and are hereby approved as the plans and specifications for "ACCESS RAMP IMPROVEMENTS GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG HERMOSA AVENUE AND LEMON AVENUE". BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to advertise as required by law for the receipt of sealed bids or proposals for doing the work specified in the aforesaid plans and specifications, which said advertisement shall be substantially in the following words and figures, to wit: "NOTICE INVITING SEALED BIDS OR PROPOSALS" Pursuant to a Resolution of the Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, San Bemardino County, California, directing this notice, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that said City of Rancho Cucamonga will receive at the Office of the City Clerk in the offices of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, on or before the hour of 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 14, 2001, sealed bids or proposals for "ACCESS RAMP IMPROVEMENTS GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG HERMOSA AVENUE AND LEMON AVENUE" in said City. Bids will be publicly opened and read in the office of the City Clerk, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730. Bids must be made on a form provided for the purpose, addressed to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, marked, "Bid for Construction of"ACCESS RAMP IMPROVEMENTS GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG HERMOSA AVENUE AND LEMON AVENUE". PREVAILING WAGE: Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the provisions of California Labor Code, Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1, Articles 1 and 2, the Contractor is required to pay not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for work of a similar character in the locality in which the public work is performed, and not less than the general prevailing rate RESOLUTION NO. July 18, 2001 Page 2 in the locality in which the public work is performed, and not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for holiday and overtime work. In that regard, the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California is required to and has determined such general prevailing rates of per diem wages. Copies of such prevailing rates of per diem wages are on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California, and are available to any interested party on request. The Contracting Agency also shall cause a copy of such. determinations to be posted at the job site. Pursuant to provisions of Labor Code Section 1775, the Contractor shall forfeit, as penalty to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, not more than fifty dollars ($50.00) for each laborer, workman, or mechanic employed for each calendar day or portion thereof, if such laborer, workman or mechanic is paid less than the general prevailing rate of wages herein before stipulated for any work done under the attached contract, by him or by any subcontractor under him, in violation of the provisions of said Labor Code. Attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1777.5 and 1777.6 of the Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices by the Contractor or any subcontractor under him. Section 1777.5, as amended, requires the Contractor or subcontractor employing tradesmen in any apprenticable occupation to apply to the joint apprenticeship committee nearest the site of the public work's project and which administers the apprenticeship program in that trade for a certificate of approval. The certificate will also fix the ratio of apprentices to journeymen that will be used in the performance of the contract. The ratio of apprentices to journeymen in such cases shall not be less than one to five except: A. When unemployment in the area of coverage by the joint apprenticeship committee has exceeded an average of 15 percent in the 90 days prior to the request of certificate, or B. When the number of apprentices in training in the area exceeds a ratio of one to five, Or C. When the trade can show that it is replacing at least 1/30 of its membership through apprenticeship training on an annual basis statewide or locally, or D. When the Contractor provides evidence that he employs registered apprentices on all of his contracts on an annual average of not less than one apprentice to eight journeymen. The Contractor is required to make contributions to funds established for the administration of apprenticeship programs if he employs registered apprentices or journeymen in any apprenticable trade on such contracts and if other Contractors on the public works site are making such contributions. RESOLUTION NO. July 18, 2001 Page 3 The Contractor and subcontractor under him shall comply with the requirements of Sections 1777.5 and 1777.6 in the employment of apprentices. Information relative to apprenticeship standards, wage schedules, and other requirements may be obtained from the Director of Industrial Relations, ex-officio the Administrator of Apprenticeship, San Francisco, Califomia, or from the Division of Apprenticeship Standards and its branch offices. Eight (8) hours of labor shall constitute a legal day's work for all workmen employed in the execution of this contract and the Contractor and any subcontractor under him shall comply with and be governed by the laws of the State of California having to do with working hours as set forth in Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article 3 of the Labor Code of the State of California as amended. The Contractor shall forfeit, as a penalty to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for each laborer, workman, or mechanic employed in the execution of the contract, by him or any subcontractor under him, upon any of the work herein before mentioned, for each calendar day during which said laborer, workman, or mechanic is required or permitted to labor more than eight (8) hours in violation of said Labor Code. Contractor agrees to pay travel and subsistence pay to each workman needed to execute the work required by this contract as such travel and subsistence payments are defined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement filed in accordance with Labor Code Section 17773.8. The bidder must gubmif with his proposal, 6ash, cashier's check, certified check, or bidder's bond, payable to the City of Rancho Cucamonga for an amount equal to at least 10% of the amount of said bid as a guarantee that the bidder will enter into the proposed contract if the same is awarded to him, and in event of failure to enter into such contract said cash, cashiers' check, certified check, or bond shall become the property of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. If the City of Rancho Cucamonga awards the contract to the next lowest bidder, the amount of the lowest bidder's security shall be applied by the City of Rancho Cucamonga to the difference between the low bid and the second lowest bid, and the surplus, if any shall be returned to the lowest bidder. The amount of the bond to be given to secure a faithful performance of the contract for said work shall be 100% of the contract price thereof, and an additional bond in an amount equal to 100% of the contract price for said work shall be given to secure the payment of claims for any materials or supplies furnished for the performance of the work contracted to be done by the Contractor, or any work or labor of any kind done thereon, and the Contractor will also be required to furnish a certificate that he.carries compensation insurance covering his employees upon work to be done under contract which may be entered into between him and the said City of Rancho Cucamonga for the construction of said work. RESOLUTION NO. July 18, 2001 Page 4 No proposal will be considered from a Contractor to whom a proposal form has not been issued by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. On the date and at the time of the submittal of the Bidder's Proposal the Prime Contractor shall possess any and all contractor licenses, in form and class as required by any and all applicable laws with respect to any and all of the work to be performed under this contract; Including but not limited to a Class "A" License (General Engineering Contractor) or a combination of Specialty Class "C" licenses sufficient to cover all the work to be performed by the Prime Contractor in accordance with the provisions of the Contractor's License Law (California Business and Professions Code, Section 7000 et. seq.) and rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto. The Contractor, pursuant to the "California Business and Professions Code," Section 7028.15, shall indicate his or her State License Number on the bid, together with the expiration date, and be signed by the Contractor declaring, under penalty of perjury, that the information being provided is true and correct. The work is to be done in accordance with the profiles, plans, and specifications of the City of Rancho Cucamonga on file in the Office of the City Clerk at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Copies of the plans and specifications, available at the office of the City Engineer, will be furnished upon application to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and payment of $35.00 (THIRTY-FIVE DOLLARS), said $35.00 (THIRTY-FIVE DOLLARS) is non refundable. Upon written request by the bidder, copies of the plans and specifications will be mailed when said request is accompanied by payment stipulated above, together with an additional non reimbursable payment of $15.00 (FIFTEEN DOLLARS) to cover the cost of mailing charges and overhead. The successful bidder will be required to enter into a contract satisfactory to the City of Rancho Cucamonga. In accordance with the requirements of Section 9-3.2 of the General Provisions, as set forth in the Plans and Specifications regarding the work contracted to be done by the Contractor, the Contractor may, upon the Contractor's request and at the Contractor's sole cost and expense, substitute authorized securities in lieu of monies withheld (performance retention). The City of Rancho Cucamonga reserves the right to reject any or all bids. By order of the Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California. Dated this 18th day of July, 2001 Publish Dates: July 24 and July 31, 2001 r~ A N C H O C U C A M O N GA l~ N G I N E E l~lN C D E PAD T~ g N T Staff Report DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager, FROM: William J. O'Neil, City Engineer BY: James T. Harris, Associate Engineer, Project Manager SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE THE ADVERTISiNG OF THE "NOTICE INVITiNG BIDS" FOR THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT MILLIKEN AVENUE AND VINTAGE DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, TO BE FUNDED FROM ACCOUNT NO. 11243035650/1253124-0 RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that City Cot/ncil approve the plans and specifications for the Traffic Signal and Safety Lighting at Milliken Avenue and Vintage Drive Improvement Project and approve the attached resolution authorizing the City Clerk to advertise the "Notice Inviting Bids." BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS The subject project plans and specifications have been completed and reviewed by staff and approved by the City Engineer. The Engineer's estimate for construction is $130,000.00. Legal advertising is scheduled for July 24 and 31, 2001 with the bid opening at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 21, 2001. R~e4xtively subm~itted, ~ Ci~y Engineer WJO.JTH.jth Attachments VICINITY MAP TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT MILLIKEN AVENUE AND VINTAGE DRIVE PROJECT EXHIBIT A RESOLUTION NO. l:~¥" / ~ ? A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT MILLIKEN AVENUE AND VINTAGE DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS VVH EREAS, it is the intention of the City of Rancho Cucamonga to construct certain improvements in the City of Rancho Cucarfionga. WHEREAS, the City of Rancho Cucamonga has prepared plans and specifications for the construction of certain improvements. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the plans and specifications presented by the City of Rancho Cucamonga be and are hereby approved as the plans and specifications for "TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT MILLIKEN AVENUE AND VINTAGE DRIVE ". BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to advertise as required by law for the receipt of sealed bids or proposals for doing the work specified in the ~fo[esaid plans and specifications, which said advertisement shall be substantially in the following words and figures, to wit: "NOTICE INVITING SEALED BIDS OR PROPOSALS" Pursuant to a Resolution of the Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino County, California, directing this notice, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the said the City of Rancho Cucamonga will receive at the Office of the City Clerk in the offices of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, on or before the hour of 2:00 P.M. on August 21, 2001, sealed bids or proposals for the "TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT MILLIKEN AVENUE AND VINTAGE DRIVE" in said City. Bids will be publicly opened and read in the office of the City Clerk, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730. Bids must be made on a form provided for the purpose, addressed to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, marked, "Bid for Construction of "TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND SAFETY LIGHTING AT MILLIKEN AVENUE AND VINTAGE DRIVE ". PREVAILING WAGE: Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the provisions of California Labor Code, Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1, Articles 1 and 2, the Contractor is RESOLUTION NO. ;July 18, 2001 Page 2 required to pay not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for work of a similar character in the locality in which the public work is performed, and not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for holiday and overtime work. In that regard, the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California is required to and has determined such general prevailing rates of per diem wages. Copies of such prevailing rates of'per diem wages are on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California, and are available to any interested party on request. The Contracting Agency also shall cause a copy of such determinations to be posted at the job site. Pursuant to provisions of Labor Code Section 1775, the Contractor shall forfeit, as penalty to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, not more than twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for each laborer, workman, or mechanic employed for each calendar day or port!on thereof, if such laborer, workman or mechanic is paid less than the general prevailing rate of wages hereinbefore stipulated for any work done under the attached contract, by him or by any subcontractor under him, in violation of the provisions of said Labor Code. Attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1777.5 and 1777.6 of the Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices by the Contractor or any subcontractor under him. Section 1777.5, as amended, requires the Contractor or subcontractor employing trades- men in any apprenticable occupation to apply to the joint apprenticeship committee nearest the site of the public works project and which administers the apprenticeship program in that trade for a certificate of approval. The certificate will also fix the ratio of apprentices to journeymen that will be used in the performance of the contract. The ratio of apprentices to journeymen in such cases shall not be less than one to five except: A. When unemployment in the area of coverage by the joint apprenticeship committee has exceeded an average of 15 percent in the 90 days prior to the request of certificate, or B. When the number of apprentices in training in the area exceeds a ratio of one to five, or C. When the trade can show that it is replacing at least 1/30 of its membership through apprenticeship training on an annual basis statewide or locally, or D. When the Contractor provides evidence that he employs registered apprentices on all of his contracts on an annual average of not less than one RESOLUTION NO. July 18, 2001 Page 3 apprentice to eight journeymen. The Contractor is required to make contributions to funds established for the admin- istration of apprenticeship programs if he employs registered apprentices orjoumeymen in any apprenticable trade on such contracts and if other Contractors on the public works site are making such Contributions. The Contractor and subcontractor under him shall comply .with the requirements of Sections 1777.5 and 1777.6 in the employment of apprentices. Information relative to apprenticeship standards, wage schedules, and other require- ments may be obtained from the Director of Industrial Relations, ex-officio the Administrator of Apprenticeship, San Francisco, California, or from the Division of Apprenticeship Standards and its branch offices. Eight (8) hours of labor shall constitute a legal day's work for all workmen employed in the execution of this contract and the Contractor and any subcontractor under him shall comply with and be governed by the laws of the State of California having to do with working hours as set forth in Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article $ of the Labor Code of the State of California as amended. The contractor shall forfeit, as a penalty to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for each laborer, workman, or mechanic employed in the execution of the contract, by him or any subcontractor under him, upon any of the work hereinbefore mentioned, for each calendar day dudng which said laborer, workman, or mechanic is required or permitted to labor more than eight (8) hours in violation of said Labor Code. Contractor agrees to pay travel and subsistence pay to each workman needed to execute the work required by this contract as such travel and subsistence payments are defined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement filed in accordance with Labor Code Section 17773.8. The bidder must submit with his proposal, cash, cashier's check, certified check, or bidder's bond, payable to the City of Rancho Cucamonga for an amount equal to at least ten percent (10% of the amount of said bid as a guarantee that the bidder will enter into the proposed contract if the same is awarded to him, and in event of failure to enter into such contract said cash, cashier's check, certified check, or bond shall become the property of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. If the City of Rancho Cucamonga awards the contract to the next lowest bidder, the RESOLUTION NO. July 18, 2001 Page 4 amount of the lowest bidder's security shall be applied by the City of Rancho Cucamonga to the difference between the Iow bid and the second lowest bid, and the surplus, if any shall be returned to the lowest bidder. The amount of the bond to be given to secure a faithful performance of the contract for said work shalJ be one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price thereof, and an additional bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price for said work shall be given to secure the payment of claims for any materials or supplies furnished for the performance of the work contracted to be done by the Contractor, or any work or labor of any kind done thereon, and the Contractor will also be required to furnish a certificate that he carries compensation insurance covering his employees upon work to be done under contract which may be entered into between him and the said City of Rancho Cucamonga for the construction of said work. No proposal will be considered from a Contractor to whom a proposal form has not been issued by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Contractor shall possess any and all contractors licenses, in form and class as re- quired by any and all applicable laws with respect to any and all of the work to be performed under this contract; including a Class "A" License (General Engineering Contractor) in accordance with the provisions ofthe Contractor's License Law (California Business and Professions Code, Section 7000 et. seq.) and rules and regulation adopted pursuant thereto. The Contractor, pursuant to the "California Business and Professions Code", Sec- tion 7028.15, shall indicate his or her State License Number on the bid, together with the expiration date, and be signed by the Contractor declaring, under penalty of perjury, that the information being provided is true and correct. The work is to be done in accordance with the profiles, plans, and specifications of the City of Rancho Cucamonga on file in the Office of the City Clerk at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Copies of the plans and specifications, available at the office of the City Engineer, will be furnished upon application to the City of Rancho Cucamonga and payment of $35.00 (THIRTY-FIVE DOLLARS), said $35.00 (THIRTY- FIVE DOLLARS) is nonrefundable. Upon written request by the bidder, copies of the plans and specifications will be mailed when said request is accompanied by payment stipulated above, together with an additional nonreimbursable payment of $15.00 (FIFTEEN DOLLARS) to cover the cost of mailing charges and overhead. RANCHO C U C A M O N G ^ ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT SlaffReport DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: William J. O'Neil, City Engineer BY: Willie Valbuena, Assistant Engineer SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF MAP, IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES, MONUMENTATION CASH DEPOSIT, AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 4 FOR PARCEL MAP 15349, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MILLIKEN AVENUE AND CHURCH STREET, SUBMITTED BY LDC COUGAR, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached resolutions approving Pamel Map 15349, Improvement Agreement, Improvement Securities, Monumentation Cash Deposit, ordering the annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 4 and authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to cause said map to record. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS Parcel Map 15349, located at the northeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Church Street, in the Terra Vista Community Plan, was approved by the Planning Commission on August 9, 2000. This project is for the subdivision into three parcels on 9.33 acres of land. The developer, LDC Cougar, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, is submitting an agreement and securities to guarantee the construction of the public improvements in the following amounts: CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT PARCEL MAP 15349 July 18, 2001 Page 2 Faithful Performance Bond $140,400.00 Labor and Material Bond $ 70,200.00 Monumentation Cash Deposit $ 2,550.00 A letter of compliance has been received from the Cucamonga County Water District. The Consent and Waiver to Annexation forms signed by the Developer are on file in the City Clerk's office. oely submitted; ~ City Engineer W JO:WV:sc Attachment N CITY OF ~:~ RANCHO CUCAMONGA TmJ~,: P'/¢/Aff ~')" /~/~]i~ ENGINE. EP~ING D~ON RESOLUTION NO. ~)/" ,/~ ~ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP 15349, IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES AND MONUMENTATION CASH DEPOSIT WHEREAS, the Tentative Parcel Map 15349, located at the northeast comer of Milliken Avenue and Church Street, submitted by LDC Cougar, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, and consisting of a subdivision of 9.33 acres of land into three parcels, was approved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga on August 9, 2000, and is in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and Local Ordinance No. 28 adopted pursuant to that Act; and WHEREAS, Parcel Map No. 15349 is the final map of the division of land approved as shown on said Tentative Parcel Map; and WHEREAS, all the requirements established as prerequisite to approval of the final map by the City Council of said City have now been met by posting the Improvement Securities and Monumentation Cash Deposit by LDC Cougar, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, as developer. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, HEREBY RESOLVES that said Improvement Agreement and said Improvement Securities submitted by said Developer be and the same are hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign said Improvement Agreement on behalf of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and the City Clerk is authorized to attest thereto; and that the offers for dedication and the final map delineating the same for said Parcel Map No. 15349 is hereby approved, and the City Engineer is authorized to present same to the County Recorder to be filed for record. RESOLUTION NO. ~/- /~ '¢ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAiNTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 AND STREET LIGHTiNG MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 4 FOR PARCEL MAP 15349 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, has previously formed a special maintenance district pursuant to the terms of the "Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972", being Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, said special maintenance district known and designated as Landscape Maintenance District No. 4, Street Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Lighting Maintenance District No. 4 (referred to collectively as the "Maintenance Districts"); and WHEREAS, the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 2 of the "Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972" authorize the annexation of additional territory to the Maintenance Districts; and WHEREAS, such provisions also provide that the requirement for the preparation resolutions, an assessment engineer's report, notices of public hearing and the right of majority protest may be waived in writing with the written consent of all of the owners of property within the territory to be annexed; and WHEREAS, notwithstanding that such provisions of the 1972 Act related to the annexation of territory to the Maintenance District, Article XIIID of the Constitution of the State of California ("Article XIIID") establishes certain procedural requirements for the authorization to levy assessments which apply to the levy of annual assessments for the Maintenance Districts on the territory proposed to be annexed to such districts; and WHEREAS, the owners of certain property described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference have requested that such property (collectively, the "Territory") be annexed to the Maintenance Districts in order to provide for the levy of annual assessments to finance the .maintenance of certain improvements described in Exhibit B hereto (the "Improvements"); and WHEREAS, all of the owners of the Territory have filed with the City Clerk duly executed forms entitled "Consent And Waiver To Annexation Of Certain Real Property To A Maintenance District And Approval Of The Levy Of Assessments On Such Real Property" (the "Consent and Waiver"); and WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the 1972 Act to the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts and have expressly consented to the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts; and WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have also expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the 1972 Act and/or Article XIIID applicable to the authorization to the levy the proposed annual assessment against the Territory set forth in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference and have declared support for, consent to and approval of the authorization of levy such proposed annual assessment set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto; and RESOLUTION NO. PARCEL MAP 15349 July 18, 2001 Page 2 WHEREAS, at this time the City Council desires to order the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts and to authorize the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit C hereto. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: That the above recitals are all true and correct. SECTION 2: The City Council hereby finds and determines that: a. The annual assessments proposed to be levied on each parcel in the Territory do not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on each such parcel from the Improvements. b. The proportional special benefit derived by each parcel in the Territory from the Improvements has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of the maintenance of the Improvement. c. Only special benefits will be assessed on the Territory by the levy of the proposed annual assessments. SECTION 3: This legislative body hereby orders the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts, approves the financing of the maintenance of the Improvements from the proceeds of annual assessments to be levied against the Territory and approves and orders the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed-the amounts set forth in Exhibit B. SECTION 4: AIl future proceedings ofthe Maintenance Districts, including the levy ofall assessments, shall be applicable to the Territory. Exhibit A Identification of the Owner and Description of the Property To Be Annexed The Owner of the Property is: LDC COUGAR, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company The legal description of the Property is: PARCEL 3 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 15455, IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS SHOWN BY MAP ON FILE IN BOOK 191, PAGES 33 THROUGH 35, INCLUSIVE, OF PARCEL MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, AND AS AMENDED BY CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED FEBRUARY 5, 2001 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 2001-044010 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS IN SAID OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER. The above-described parcels are shown on sheet A-2 attached herewith and by this reference made a part hereof. A-1 PM 15349 ~J EXHIBIT "A"" ~ ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. I AND 4. ~ {~ FOOTHI!,I. BOULEVARD CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STATE OF CALIFORNIA Exhibit B To Description of the District Improvements Fiscal Year 2000/2001 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 - (TERRA VISTA PLANNED COMMUNITY): Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 (LMD #4) represents landscape sites throughout the Terra Vista Planned Community. These sites are considered to e associated with areas within that district and as such any benefit derived from the landscape installation can be directly attributed to those parcels within that district. Because of this, assessments required for this district are charged to those parcels within that district. The various sites in Terra Vista that are maintained by the district consist of parkways, median islands, street trees, paseos and parks. The 36.23 acres of park consist of Coyote Canyon Park, Milliken Park, West Greenway Park, Spruce Park and La Mission Park. STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (ARTERIAL STREETS): Street Light Maintenance District No. 1 (SLD #1) is used to fund the maintenance and/or installation of street lights and traffic signals located on arterial streets throughout the City. The facilities within this district, being located on arterial streets, have been determined to benefit the City as a whole on an equal basis and as such those costs associated with the maintenance and/or installation of the facilities is assigned to the City-wide district. The sites maintained by the district consist of street lights on arterial streets and traffic signals on arterial streets within the rights-of-way or designated easements of streets dedicated to the City. STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4- (TERRA VIS'FA PLANNED COMMUNITY): Street Light Maintenance District No. 4 (SLD g4) is used to fund the maintenance and/or installation of street lights and traffic signals located within the Terra Vista Planned Community. Generally this area encompasses the residential area of the City east of Haven Avenue, south of Base Line Road, north of Foothill Boulevard and west of Rochester Avenue. It has been determined that the facilities in this district benefit the properties within this area of the City. The sites maintained by the district consist of street lights on local streets and traffic signals (or a portion thereof) on local streets within the Terra Vista Planned Community. B- 1 PM 15349 ~5 Exhibit B (continued) Proposed additions to Work Program (Fiscal Year 2001/2002) For Project: Parcel Map 15349 Number of Lamps Street Lights 5800L 9500L 16,000L 22,000L 27,500L SLD # 1 --- *5 *4 ...... SLD # 4 ............... Community Trail Turf Non-Turf Trees Landscaping DGSF SF SF EA L4 ......... 39 *Existing items installed with original project Assessment Units by District Parcel Acres S 1 S4 L4 Commercial 9.33 18.66 18.66 9.33 Annexation Date: July 18, 2001 B-2 TR 16105 ~ Exhibit C Proposed Annual Assessment Fiscal Year 2000/2001 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 - (TERRA VISTA PLANNED COMMIJNITY): The rate per assessment unit (A.U.) will not be increased in fiscal year 2000/01. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 (Terra Vista Planned Community): # of # of Rate Per Physical Assessment Assessment Assessment Land Use Type Units Units Factor Units Unit Revenue Single Family Parcel 1788 1.0 1788 $252.50 $ 451,470.00 Multi-Family Unit 2499 1.0 2499 $222.00 $ 554,778.00 Commercial Acre 199.45 1.0 199.45 $382.99 $ 76,387.36 TOTAL $1,082,635.36 The Proposed Annual Assessment against the Property (PM 15349) is: 9.33 Acres x 1 A.U. Factor x $382.99 Rate Per A.U. = $3,573.30 Annual Assessment STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (ARTERIAL STREETS) The rate per assessment unit (A.U.) is $17.77 for the fiscal year 2000/01. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Street Light Maintenance District No. 1 (Arterial Streets): # of # of Rate Per Physical Physical Assessment Assessment Assessment l,and ll~e Unit Type Units Units Factor Units Unit revenue Single Family Pamel 16,956.00 1.00 16,956.00 $17.77 $301,310.00 Multi-Family Unit 6,257.00 1.00 6,257.00 $17.77 $111,190.00 Commercial Acre 1,999.52 2.00 3,999.04 $17.77 $71,060.00 Total $483,560.00 The Proposed Annual Assessment against the Property is: 9.33 Acres x 2 A.U. Factor x $17.77 Rate Per A.U. = $331.59 Annual Assessment C-1 PM 15349 ~ 7 Exhibit C (continued) STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4- (TERRA VISTA PLANNED COMMUNITY): The rate per assessment unit (A.U.) is $28.96 for the fiscal year 2000/01. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Street Light Maintenance District No. 4 (Terra Vista Planned Community): # of # of Rate Per Physical Physical Assessment Assessment Assessment Land Use Unit Type Units Units Factor Units Unit Revenue Multi- Unit 2,499.00 .05 1,249.50 $28.96 $36,186.00 Family Single Parcel 1,786.00 1.00 1,786.00 $28.96 $51,723.00 Family Commercial Acre 199.45 2.00 398.90 $28.96 $11,552.00 TOTAL $99,461.00 The Proposed Annual Assessment against the Property (PM 15349) is: 9.33 Acres x 2 A.U. Factor x $28.96 Rate Per A.U. = $540.39 Annual Assessment C-2 TR 16105 ~ R A N H O C U C A M O N G ^ Staff Report DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: William J. O'Neil, City Engineer BY: Henry Murakoshi, Associate Engineer SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITY AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 6 FOR DR 99-77, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF 6TM STREET AND HERMOSA AVENUE, SUBMITTED BY CABOT INDUSTRIAL PROPERTIES, L.P. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that City Council adopt the attached resolutions approving Improvement Agreement and Improvement Security, ordering the annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 and authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign said agreement. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS DR 99-77, located at the southeast corner of 6th Street and Hermosa Avenue, was approved by the Planning Commission on September 13, 2000, for the development of a 640,300 square foot industrial building on 27.75 acres of land in the General Industrial District. The Developer, Cabot Industrial Propedies, L.P., is submitting an agreement and security to guarantee the construction of the off-site improvements in the following amounts: Faithful Performance Bond $779,000.00 Labor and Material Bond: $389,500.00 Copies of the agreement and security are available in the City Clerk's Office. CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT DR 99-77 July 18, 2001 Page 2 A letter of approval have been received Cucamonga County Water District. The Consent and Waiver to Annexation forms signed by the Developer are on file in the City Clerk's office. Respectfully submitted, V~liam J. O'Neil City Engineer WJO:HM:sc Attachments VICINITY MAP CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA RESOLUTION NO. ~)/ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DR 99-77 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, has for its consideration an Improvement Agreement executed by Cabot Industrial Properties, L.P. as developer, for the improvement of public right-of-way adjacent to the real property specifically described therein, and generally located on southeast corner of 6~ Street and Hermosa Avenue; and WHEREAS, the installation of such improvements, described in said Improvement Agreement and subject to the terms thereof, is to be done in conjunction with the development of said real property referred to as DR 99-77; and WHEREAS, said Improvement Agreement is secured and accompanied by good and sufficient Improvement Security, which is identified in said Improvement Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, HEREBY RESOLVES that said Improvement Agreement and said Improvement Security be and the same are hereby approved and the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign said Improvement Agreement on behalf of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and the City Clerk to attest thereto. 7£ RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 6 FOR DR 99-77 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, has previously formed a special maintenance district pursuant to the terms of the "Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972", being Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, said special maintenance district known and designated as Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B, Street Lighting Maintenance District No. I and Street Lighting Maintenance District No. 6 (referred to collectively as the "Maintenance Districts"); and WHEREAS, the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 2 of the "Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972" authorize the annexation of additional territory to the Maintenance Districts; and WHEREAS, such provisions also provide that the requirement for the preparation resolutions, an assessment engineer's report, notices of public hearing and the right of majority protest may be waived in writing with the written consent of all of the owners of property within the territory to be annexed; and WHEREAS, notwithstanding that such provisions of the 1972 Act related to the annexation of territory to the Maintenance District, Article XIIID of the Constitution of the State of California ("Article XIIID") establishes certain procedural requirements for the authorization to levy assessments which apply to the levy of annual assessments for the Maintenance Districts on the territory proposed to be annexed to such districts; and WHEREAS, the owners of certain property described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference have requested that such property (collectively, the "Territory") be annexed to the Maintenance Districts in order to provide for the levy of annual assessments to finance the maintenance of certain improvements described in Exhibit B hereto (the "Improvements"); and WHEREAS, all of the owners of the Territory have filed with the City Clerk duly executed forms entitled "Consent And Waiver To Annexation Of Certain Real Property To A Maintenance District And Approval Of The Levy Of Assessments On Such Real Property" (the "Consent and Waiver"); and WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the 1972 Act to the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts and have expressly RESOLUTION NO. DR 99-77 July 18, 2001 Page 2 consented to the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts; and WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have also expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the 1972 Act and/or Article XIIID applicable to the authorization to the levy the proposed annual assessment against the Territory set forth in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference and have declared support for, consent to and approval of the authorization of levy such proposed annual assessment set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto; and WHEREAS, at this time the City Council desires to order the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts and to authorize the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit C hereto. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: That the above recitals are all true and correct. SECTION 2: The City Council hereby finds and determines that: a. The annual assessments proposed to be levied on each parcel in the Territory do not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on each such parcel from the Improvements. b. The proportional special benefit derived by each parcel in the Territory from the Improvements has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of the maintenance of the Improvement. c. Only special benefits will be assessed on the Territory by the levy of the proposed annual assessments. SECTION 3: This legislative body hereby orders the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts, approves the financing of the maintenance of the Improvements from the proceeds of annual assessments to be levied against the Territory and approves and orders the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit B. SECTION 4: All future proceedings of the Maintenance Districts, including the levy of all assessments, shall be applicable to the Territory. DR 99-77 Exhibit A Identification of the Owner and Description of the Property To Be Annexed The Owner of the Property is: CABOT iNDUSTRIAL PROPERTIES, L.P. The legal description of the Property is: LOT 1 THE WEST 1//2 OF LOTS 18 AND 23, SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 7 WEST, SAN BERNARD1NO BASE AND MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARD1NO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OF THE CUCAMONGA LANDS, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF MAPS, PAGE 9, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT THE SOUTH 5.00 FEET OF SAID LOT 23. ALSO EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE SAN BERNARD1NO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BY THE DEED RECORDED JULY 17, 1962 IN BOOK 5734, PAGE 806, OFFICIAL RECORDS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE SAN BERNARDINO'~OUNTy FLOi~D CONTROL DISTPdCT BY THAT CERTAIN FINAL ORDER IN CONDEMNATION DATED MARCH 2, 1982, RECORDED MARCH 15, 1982, INSTRUMENT NO. 82-050458, OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM ANY PORTION LYING WITHIN 6TM STREET AND HERMOSA AVENUE. TOGETHER WITH: THE SOUTH 5 FEET OF LOT 23, SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 7 WEST, SAN BERNARDINO BASE AND MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OF THE CUCAMONGA LANDS, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF MAPS, PAGE 9, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, LYING WESTERLY OF THE 116.00 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND, CONVEYED TO THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BY THE DEED RECORDED APRIL 30, 1981, INSTRUMENT NO. 81-094211, OFFICIAL RECORDS. TOGETHER WITH: THE WEST ½ OF LOT 26, SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 7 WEST, SAN BERNARDINO BASE AND MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARD1NO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OF THE CUCAMONGA LANDS, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF MAPS, PAGE 9, A-1 DR 99-77 75 Exhibit "A" continued RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, LY1NG WESTERLY OF THE 116.00 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND (BEING 58.00 FEET ON EACH SIDE) CONVEYED TO THE SAN BERNARD1NO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BY THE DEED RECORDED APRIL 30, 1981, INSTRUMENT NO. 81-094211, OFFICIAL RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PORTION GRANTED TO THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BY THE DEED RECORDED JULY 17, 1962, 1N BOOK 5734, PAGE 806, OFFICIAL RECORDS AND JUNE 9, 1965, IN BOOK 6407, PAGE 732, OFFICIAL RECORDS, IN THE OFFICE OF COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, MORE FULLY DESCRIBED AS LY1NG WITH1N A STRIP OF LAND 100.00 FEET WIDE, BE1NG 50.00 FEET ON EACH SIDE OF, MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGELES TO THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED L1NE: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE CENTER LINE OF 6TM STREET (66.00 FEET WIDE), DISTANT 663.53 FEET ALONG SAID CENTER LiNE SOUTH 89°36'25" EAST FROM THE INTERSECTION OF SAID CENTER LINE WITH THE CENTER LINE OF TURNER AVENUE (80.00 FEET WIDE); THENCE SOUTH 00°07'09 EAST 2492.01 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY 119.87 FEET ALONG A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE TO THE WEST HAViNG A RADIUS OF 1000.00 FEET AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 06o52'04" TO A POiNT iN THE NORTH LiNE OF SAN BERNARD1NO AVENUE (60.00 FEET WIDE); THENCE SOUTH 06044'55" WEST, 33.20 FEET TO A POINT OF TERMINATION IN THE CENTER LINE OF SAN BERNARD1NO AVENUE, SAID POiNT BEING DISTANT 666.70 FEET SOUTH 89034'29" EAST FROM THE CENTER LINE iNTERSECTION OF SAN BERNARDiNO AVENUE WITH TURNER AVENUE. ALSO EXCEPTiNG THEREFROM THAT PORTION OF LOT 26 DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGiNNII~ AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26; SAID CORNER ALSO BEING IN COMMON WITH THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 31 AS SHOWN ON SAID MAP OF CUCAMONGA LANDS PER SAID PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF MAPS, PAGE 9, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY; THENCE ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 26, NORTH 00002' 31" WEST 119.04 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89057'29'' EAST 472.91 FEET, TO A POINT OF iNTERSECTION WITH THE WESTERLY LiNE OF THAT CERTAIN 116.00 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND (BEiNG 58.00 FEET ON EACH SIDE) AS CONVEYED TO THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BY DEED RECORDED APRIL 30, 1981, AS INTRUMENT NO. 81-094211, OFFICIAL RECORDS; SAID POINT BEiNG ON A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE NORTHWEST AND HAVING A RADIUS OF 1353.20 FEET; A RADIAL LiNE THROUGH SAID POiNT BEARS SOUTH 66°49'36" EAST; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE AND WESTERLY LiNE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 05o46, 16" AN ARC DISTANCE OF 136.30 FEET TO A POiNT OF iNTERSECTION WITH THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 26: A RADIAL BERING THROUGH SAID POiNT BEARS SOUTH 61 °03'20"EAST; THENCE ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY LINE, NORTH 89°34'56" WEST 412.98 FEET TO THE "TRUE POiNT OF BEGINNING". ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM ANY PORTION LYiNG WITHIN HERMOSA AVENUE. NOTE: AREAS AND DISTANCES AS SHOWN ON MAP OF ABOVE DESCRIBED SUBDIVISION INDICATE SAME ARE COMPUTED TO STREET CENTERS. A - 2 DR 99-77 Exhibit "A" continued LOT 2 THAT PORTION OF LOT 31, SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 7 WEST, SAN BERNARDINO BASE AND MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OF CUCAMONGA LANDS, 1N THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER PLAT RECORDED 1N BOOK 4 OF MAPS, PAGE(S) 9, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, LYING NORTHWESTERLY OF THE PARCEL OF LAND TAKEN BY THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, AS DESCRIBED IN THAT CERTAIN FINAL ORDER 1N COMDEMNATION RECORDED OCTOBER 21, 1981, INSTRUMENT NO. 19810233364, OFFICIAL RECORDS. TOGETHER WITH: THAT PORTION OF THE WEST ½ OF LOT 26, SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 7 WEST, SAN BERNARDINO BASE AND MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OF THE CUCAMONGA LANDS, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF MAPS, PAGE 9, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, LYING WESTERLY OF THE 116.00 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND (BEING 58.00 FEET ON EACH SIDE) CONVEYED TO THE SAN BERNARD1NO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BY THE DEED RECORDED APRIL 30, 1981, INSTRUMENT NO. 81-094211, OFFICIAL RECORDS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 26; SAID CORNER ALSO BEING IN COMMON WITH THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 31 AS SHOWN ON SAID MAP OF CUCAMONGA LANDS PER SAID PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF MAPS, PAGE 9, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY; THENCE ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 26, NORTH 00°02'31" WEST 119.04 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°57'29" EAST 472.91 FEET, TO A POINT OF iNTERSECTION WITH THE WESTERLY LINE OF THAT CERTAIN 116.00 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND (BEING 58.00 FEET ON EACH SIDE) AS CONVEYED TO THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BY DEED RECORDED APRIL 30, 1981, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 81-094211, OFFICIAL RECORDS; SAID POINT BEING ON A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE NORTHWEST AND HAVING A RADIUS OF 1353,20 FEET; A RADIAL L1NE THROUGH SAID POINT BEARS SOUTH 66°49'36" EAST; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE AND WESTERLY L1NE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 05046, 16"AN ARC DISTANCE OF 136.30 FEET TO A POINT OF INTERSECTION WITH THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 26; A RADIAL BEARING THROUGH SAID POINT BEARS SOUTH 61003'20" EAST; THENCE ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY LINE, NORTH 89034'56'' WEST 412.98 FEET TO THE "TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING". EXCEPTING THEREFROM ANY PORTION LYING WITHIN HERMOSA AVENUE. NOTE: AREAS AND DISTANCES AS SHOWN ON MAP OF ABOVE DESCRIBED SUBDIVISION INDICATE SAME ARE COMPUTED TO STREET CENTER. A - 3 DR 99-77 77 Exhibit B To Description of the District Improvements Fiscal Year 2000/2001 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B (COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL): Landscape Maintenance District No. 3b (LMD #3b) represents landscape sites throughout the Commercial/Industrial Maintenance District. These sites are associated with areas within that district and as such any benefit derived from the landscape installation can be directly attributed to those parcels within that district. Because of this, assessments required for this district are charged to those parcels within that district. The various landscape sites that are maintained by this district consist of median islands, parkways, street trees, entry monuments, the landscaping within the Metrolink Station and 22.87 acres of the Adult Sports Park (not including the stadium, parking lots or the maintenance building. STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (ARTERIAL STREETS): Street Light Maintenance District No. 1 (SLD # 1 ) is used to fund the maintenance and/or installation of street lights and traffic signals located on arterial streets throughout the City. The facilities within this district, being located on arterial streets, have been determined to benefit the City as a whole on an equal basis and as such those costs associated with the maintenance and/or installation of the facilities is assigned to the City-wide district. The sites maintained by the district consist of street lights on arterial streets and traffic signals on arterial streets within the rights-of-way or designated easements, of streets dedicated to the City. STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6 (COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL): Street Light Maintenance District No. 6 (SLD #6) is used to fund the maintenance and/or installation of street lights and traffic signals located on commercial and industrial streets throughout the City but excluding those areas already in a local maintenance district. Generally this area encompasses the industrial area of the City south of Foothill Boulevard. It has been determined that the facilities in this district benefit the properties within this area of the City. The sites maintained by the district consist of street lights on industrial or commercial streets and traffic signals (or a portion thereof) on industrial or commercial streets generally south of Foothill Boulevard. B-1 DR 99-77 7~} Exhibit "B" continued Proposed additions to Work Program (Fiscal Year 2001/2002) For Project: DR 99-77 Number of Lamps Street Lights 5800L 9500L 16,000L 22,000L 27,500L SLD # 1 ............... SLD # 6 16 ............ Community Trail Turf Non-Turf Trees Landscaping DGSF SF SF EA L3B ......... 111 *Existing items installed with original project Assessment Units by District Parcel Acres S I S 6 L 3B N/A 27.75 --- 27.75 27.75 B-2 DR 99-77 7q Exhibit C Proposed Annual Assessment Fiscal Year 2000/2001 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B (COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL): The rate per assessment unit (A.U.) is $352.80 for the fiscal year 2000/01. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B (Commercial/Industrial): # of # of Rate Per Physical Physical Assessment Assessment Assessment Land Use Unit Type Units Units Factor Units Unit Revenue Comm/Ind Acre 1849.01 1.0 1849.01 $352.80 $652,330.73 The Proposed Annual Assessment against the Property (DR 99-77) is: 27.75 Acres x 1 A.U. Factor x $352.80 Rate Per A.U. = $9,790.20 Annual Assessment STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (ARTERIAL STREETS): The rate per assessment unit (A.U.) is $17.77 for the fiscal year 2000/01. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Street Light Maintenance District No. 1 (Arterial Streets): # of # of Rate Per Physical Physical Assessment Assessment Assessment l.and ll~e 1Jnit Type Units Units Factor Units Unit Revenue Single Parcel 16,956.00 1.00 16,956.00 $17.77 $301,310.00 Family Multi- Unit 6,257.00 1.00 6,257.00 $17.77 $111,190.00 Family Commercial Acre 1,999.52 2.00 3,999.04 $17.77 $71,060.00 TOTAL $483,560.00 The Proposed Annual Assessment against the Property (DR 99-77) is: 27.75 Acres x 2 A.U. Factor x $17.77 Rate Per A.U. -- $986.23 Annual Assessment C - 1 DR 99-77 (~) Exhibit "C" continued STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6 (COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL): The rate per assessment unit (A.U.) is $51.40 for thc Fiscal Year 2000/01. The following table summarizes thc assessment rate for Street Light Maintenance District No. 6 (Commercial/Industrial): # of # of Rate Per Physical Physical Assessment Assessment Assessment Land Use Unit Type Units Units Factor Units Unit Revenue Comm/Ind Acre 1,716.63 1.00 1,716.63 $51.40 $88,235.00 The Proposed Annual Assessment against the Property (DR 99-77) is: 27.75 Acres x 1 A.U. Factor x $51.40 Rate Per A.U. = $1,426.35 Annual Assessment C-2 DR 99-77 R A N H O C U C A M O N G A DA'rE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: William J. O'Neil, City Engineer BY: Phillip Verbera, Assistant Engineer SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITY AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 4 FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00:;46, LOCATED-' ON THE NORTRWEST CORNER OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND ASPEN AVENUE, SUBMITTED BY WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that City Council adopt the attached resolutions for Development Review 00-46, accepting the subject agreement and security, ordering the annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 4 and authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign said agreement. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS Development Review 00-46, located on the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue, in the Community Commercial District of the Terra Vista Community Plan, was approved on September 19, 2000, for the development of a retail and a restaurant building. The Developer, Western Land Properties; is submitting an agreement and security to guarantee the construction of the off-site improvements in the following amounts: Faithful Performance Bond $20,000.00 Labor and Material Bond: $10,000.00 Copies of the agreement and security are available in the City Clerk's Office. CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT DR 00-46 July 18, 2001 Page 2 The Consent and Waiver to Annexation forms signed by the Developer are on file in the City Clerk's office. Respectfully submitted, City Engineer WJO:PV:sc Attachments RESOLUTION NO. ~)//'- l 7 ~ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 00-46 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, has for its consideration an Improvement Agreement by Western Land Properties, as developer, for the improvement of public right-of-way adjacent to the real property specifically described therein, and generally located at the northwest comer of Foothill Boulevard and Aspen Avenue; and WHEREAS, the installation of such improvements, described in said Improvement Agreement and subject to the terms thereof, is to be done in conjunction with the development of said real property referred to as Development Review 00-46; and WHEREAS, said Improvement Agreement is secured and accompanied by good and sufficient Improvement Security, which is identified in said Improvement Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, HEREBY RESOLVES that said Improvement Agreement and said Improvement Security be and the same are hereby approved and the Mayor is he_r__e_b_y._aut_ho_r!_z_ed_ to sign said Improvement A~reemefi~ Sn behalf 6f'tti~-City-6f-RTafi~l~o C~cainonga and the City Clerk is authorized to attest thereto. RESOLUTION NO. ~}/" / ~t,~ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAiN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAiNTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 4 FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-46 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, has previously formed a special maintenance district pursuant to the terms of the "Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972", being Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, said special maintenance district known and designated as Landscape Maintenance District No. 4, Street Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Lighting Maintenance District No. 4 (referred to collectively as the "Maintenance Districts"); and WHEREAS, the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 2 of the "Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972" authorize the annexation of additional territory to the Maintenance Districts; and WHEREAS, such provisions also provide that the requirement for the preparation resolutions, an assessment engineer's report, notices of public hearing and the right of majority protest may be waived in writing xyith the writte_n .c_.o_n~ent of a_ll of.the owners_.o_f p_roperty within the territory io bT 'ahnexed; and-' WHEREAS, notwithstanding that such provisions of the 1972 Act related to the annexation of territory to the Maintenance District, Article XIIID of the Constitution of the State of Califomia ("Article XIIID") establishes certain procedural requirements for the authorization to levy assessments which apply to the levy of annual assessments for the Maintenance Districts on the territory proposed to be annexed to such districts; and WHEREAS, the owners of certain property described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference have requested that such property (collectively, the "Territory") be annexed to the Maintenance Districts in order to provide for the levy of annual assessments to finance the maintenance of certain improvements described in Exhibit B hereto (the "Improvements"); and WHEREAS, all of the owners of the Territory have filed with the City Clerk duly executed forms entitled "Consent And Waiver To Annexation Of Certain Real Property To A Maintenance District And Approval Of The Levy Of Assessments On Such Real Property" (the "Consent and Waiver"); and WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the 1972 Act to the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts and have expressly consented to the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts; and WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have also expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the 1972 Act and/or Article XIIID applicable to the authorization to the levy the proposed annual assessment against the Territory set forth in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference and have declared support for, consent to and approval of the authorization of levy such proposed annual assessment set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto; and RESOLUTION NO. DR 00-46 July 5, 2001 Page 2 WHEREAS, at this time the City Council desires to order the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts and to authorize the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit C hereto. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: That the above recitals are all true and correct. SECTION 2: The City Council hereby finds and determines that: a. The annual assessments proposed to be levied on each parcel in the Territory do not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on each such parcel from the Improvements. b. The proportional special benefit derived by each parcel in the Territory from the Improvements has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of the maintenance of the Improvement. c. Only special benefits will be assessed on the Territory _by the l_eW of the p[0posed annual-~§~ssments. ' ..... SECTION 3: This legislative body hereby orders the annexation of the Territory to the Maintenance Districts, approves the financing of the maintenance of the Improvements from the proceeds of annual assessments to be levied against the Territory and approves and orders the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit B. SECTION 4: All future proceedings of the Maintenance Districts, including the levy of all assessments, shall be applicable to the Territory. Exhibit A Identification of the Owner and Description of the Property To Be Annexed The Owner of the Property is: WESTERN LAND PROPERTIES, a California Limited Partnership The legal description of the Property is: PARCEL 1 PARCEL "AA" OF CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 497, RECORDED MAY 22, 2001 AS DOCUMENT NO. 20010198543, IN OFFICIAL RECORDS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY. PARCEL 2 PARCEL "BB" OF CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR LOT L1NE ADJUSTMENT NO. 497, RECORDED MAY 22, 2001 AS DOCUMENT NO. 20010198543, IN OFFICIAL RECORDS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN BERNARD1NO COUNTY. The above-described parcels are shown on sheet A-2 attached herewith and by this reference made a part hereof. A - 1 DR 00-46 EXHIBIT "A-2" ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO 4 STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO'S. 1 AND 4 See parcel descriptions and maps on attached Certificate of compliance No. 497 for Lot Line Adjustment, Doc. No. 20010198543 recorded on 05/22/01 in Official Records, County of San Bemardino, State of California. City of Rancho Cucamonga County of San Bernardino State of California EXHIBIT "A-2" Rocor'cie,'* .tn Of'+'~ c'.~c,~o Trr~ COHPANY Doc No. 2ge 10198543 Ci~ of~o ~ ~ ~o~o ~ICRGO TITLE R E~g Division Ci~ of ~cho Cu~onga P.O. ~x 807 ~c~Cu~o~CA91729 1~ 2[ 13~ 4~ Ci~ ofR~o ~camo~ Coun~ of S~ ~ma~o, Sm~ of Caflfo~a Ce~fi~te ~ Compli~ N~ 497 For ~t ~e Adjus~ent STA~-OF C~O~ CO~ OF S.S. N~ of P~ DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-46- ANNEXATION TO DISTRICTS ("A-2", PAGE 1 OF 8) ~ DATED: April 16, 2001 WESTEI~N LAND PROPERTIES, a California limited parmership By: LEWIS OPERATING CORP., a California corporation Its General Parmer By: Authori~ NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO ) · On Aori ] 19. 2001 befo~cme, D~p~-e-I~ S'i~n~n~h~; *;'~ .... Nota~ Public in and for said county and state, pcrso~lly appeared GERALD T. BRYAN personally known to me (e~ ~-~',': ~*.: ---.g c-- ~: L..L v£ o.~Lf=::.~' :':?~-~e~) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within insmm~ent and acknowledged to me that he executed thc same in his authorized capacity, and that by his signature on lhc insh'ument lhe p~rson, or the entity upon behalf of which thc person acted, executed the instxurnent. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Signature of Notary - ~ ~olk:-~ll~'~,.&j ~ DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-46 - ANNEXATION TO DISTRICTS ("A-2", PAGE 2 OF 8) EXHIBIT "A" CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NO. 497 FOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS OF ADJUSTED PARCELS THOSE PORTIONS OF PARCELS 1, 8, 9 AND i0 OF AMENDING PARCEL MAP NO. 11030, IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS SHOWN ON MAP THEREOF FILED IN BOOK 145, PAGES 33 THROUGH 39, INCLUSIVE OF PARCEL MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL "AA": BEING PORTIONS OF PARCELS "A" AND "B" OF CERTIIqCATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR LOT LINE ADJIJSTMEIqT NO. 374, RECORDED JAIqUARY 13, 1994 AS DOC~ NO. 016315, IN OP'IqCIAL RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COA~i,IENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL "A"; THENCE ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL ~'A", NORTH 00o05'55" WEST 6.00 P-k_3z-r TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNIArG; THENCE ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL "A", NORTH 00*08'55" WEST 75.00 P'~Y.,~'F; THENCE NORTI-I 45008'55'' WEST 16.97 FEET TO A LINE pARAtI.LI~I. With AND 12.00 l,'~:~'r WESTERLY, MEASUREI) AT RIGHT ANGLES, FROM SAID EASTmtLY LINE; THENCE ALONG SAID PARAI.I-~-I. LINE AND ITS NORTHERLY PROLONGATION, NORTH 000'08'55" WEST 80.23 lq:fl~'F; THENCE NORTH 45008'55'' WEST 51.92 ~qe.~T TO THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL "B"; THENCE ALONG SAID NORTHWES1YAe, LY LINE AND THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL "A", SOUTH 44°51'05'' WEST 48.71 FEET TO AN ANGLE POINT THEREIN; THENCE CONTINLIING ALONG SAID NORTHERLY LINE, SOUTH 89°51'05" WEST 217.51 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL "A"; THENCE SOUTH 00008'55'' EAST 170.50 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL "A"; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL "A", NORTH 89051'05" EAST 17.50 PEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE SOUTHERLY AND HAVING A RADIUS OF 406.25 FEET; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 06°21'35'' AN ARC LENGTH OF 45.09 t'ta~T TO A POINT OF REVERSE CURVATURE WrrI-I A CURVE CONCAVE NORTHERLY AND HAVING A RADIUS OF 406.25 FEET; A RADIAL LINE OF SAID CURVES THROUGH SAID PoilqT OF REVERSE CURVATURE BEARS NORTH 06°12'40'' EAST; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID REVERSE CURVE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 06°21'35' AN ARC LENGTH OF 45.09 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89051'05" EAST 69.50 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00°08'55" WEST 6.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°51 '05" EAST 123.66 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID PARCEL "AA" CONTAINS 51,834 SQUARE FEET OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. ALL AS SHOWN ON THE MAP A'FFACHED HEREWITH AND MADE A PART HEREOF, EN'I'ITLED EXI-IIBIT "B". DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-46 - ANNEXATION TO DISTRICTS ("A-2", PAGE 3 OF 8) q,~ PARCEL "BB': THOSE PORTIONS OF PARCELS "A' AND "B" OF CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 374, RECORDED JANUARY 13, 1994 AS DOCUIvlENT NO. 016315, IN OFFICIAL RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, TOGETHER HITH A PORTION OF PARCEL 10 OF AMENDING PARCEL MAP NO. 11030, PER MAP THEREOF F~.l~3 IN BOOK 145, PAGES 33 THROUGH 39, INCLUSIVE, OF PARCEL MAPS, IN SAID OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, 1N TOTAL BEING MORE pARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL "A"; THENCE ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL "A", NORTH 00°08'55' WEST 6.00 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNINQ_~ THENCE ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID pARCEL "A", NORTH 00°0g'55'' WEST 75.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 45008'55" V~EST 16.97 FEET TO A LINE PAB.ALLEL v~riTH AND 12.00 FEET WESTERLY, MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES, FROM SAID EASTERLY LINE; THENCE ALONG SAID PARAI.TJ~.L LINE AND 1TS NORTHERLY PROLONGATION, NORTH 00°'05'55' WEST 80.23 FEET; THENCE NORTH 45°05'55" WEST 51.92 FEET TO THE NORTHWESTI/RLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL ~B'; THENCE ALONG SAID NORTHWESTERLY LINE, NORTH 44°51'05' EAST 76.45 FEET TO AN ANGLE POINT TI-Ip~ RIN; THENCE NORTH 89°51"05' EAST 24.99 FEET TO AN ANGLE POINT IN THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL 10; THENCE ALONG SAID WESTERLY LINE, NORTH 00°05'55~ WEST 84.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°51'05' EAST 90.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00°05'55" EAST 84.00 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL "B~; THENCE ALONG SAID NORTHERLY LINE, NORTH 89°51'05~ EAST 49.50 ~-~l~'r TO AN ANGLE POINT ~IN; THENCE ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL 'B", SOUTH 00°08'55" EAST 242.00 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL 'B"; THENCE SOUTH 89°51'05" WEST 52.00 FF.t~T TO THEBEGINNING OF-A-NON-TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHWESTERlY-AND HAVING A .... RADIUS OF 22.00 p-P2/T; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, FROM AN INi'iIAL RADIAL LINE WHICH BEARS NORTH $9°51'05" EAST, THROUGH A CEIvl'RAL ANGLE OF 90o00'00" Alq' ARC LENGTH OF 34.56 FEET; THE2qCE NORTH 00~08'55" WEST 6.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89°51'05" WEST 96.34 F~.~'t' TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGIN'Atl~G. SAID PARCEL "BB" CONTAINS 54,066 SQUARE FF_~T OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. ~l.L AS SHOWN ON THE MAP A~FACHED HEREWITH AND MADE A PART HEREOF, BEING PARCEL 10 AND A PORTION OF PARCEL 1 OF AMENDING pARCEL MAP NO. 11030, PER ~ THEROF FILED IN BOOK 145, PAGES 33 THROUGH 39, INCLUSIVE, OF pARCEL MAPS, IN SAID OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, AS MODIFI/~D PER CERTiFiCATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT RECORDED JUNE 5, 1991, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 91-209735, IN OFFICIAL RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, EXCEFriNG THEREFROM THAT PORTION MORE pARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHERLY TERMINUS OF THAT CERTAHq COURSE SHOWN ON SAID MAP AS "N 00008'55" W 297.57' "ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL 10; THENCE ALONG SAID WESTERLY LINE, NORTH 00008'55" WEST 84.00 F/~l~-r; THENCE NORTH $9o51'05'' EAST 90.50 F~'~'; THENCE SOUTH 00008'55" EAST 84.00 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID pARCEL 10; THENCE SOUTH 89°51'05'' WEST 90.50 F~T TO THE POINTOF BEGINNING. SAID pARCEL "CC" CONTAINS 216,533 SQUARE FEET OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. ALL AS SHOWN ON THE MAP A~TTACHED HEREWITH AND MADE A PART HEREOF, ENTITLED EXI-1]BIT "B". DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-46 - ANNEXATION TO DISTRICTS ("A-2", PAGE 4 OF 8) ~,~ PREPARED BY MADOLE AND ASSOCIATES, INC. OF THE INLAND EMPIRE WI~IAM ROARO JASSO P.L.S. 4756 EXP: 9/30/2003 J.N. 126-1394-LLA FEBRUARY 14, 2001 SHEET I OF 3 CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NO.497 FOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT EXHIBIT "B" NOTES: SEE SHEET 2 PARCEL 10 IS PER AMENDED PARCEL IMAP NO. 11030, P.M.B. 145/33-39, [MODIFIED PER LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT (PARCEL 10 - 224, 135 SF) NO. 341. REC. JUNE 5. OFFICIAL1991' AS ;,,_ INST. NO. 91-209738, RECORDS. ~'"~ PARCEL "CC" PARCELS A AND B ARE PER LOT mm -~'~ ' LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 374, REC. ? 216,535 $.F..?~?'~'- .]'AN. 13, 1994, AS DOC# 016315, OFFICIAL RECORDS. {~ 89"5i'05'E I ' PER THIS LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT. o N~90.50 I ALL DATA SHOWN HEREON IS RECORD 1 155'N OR DERIVEO FROM RECORD PER ~ ~ N 00'05 AMENDED PM 11030 AND/OR L. L. A.~ NOS. 341 AND 374. ¢%~ 24.99'---,, --N 99' 5t'05'E b' . 45,71' N 45'08'55'# . 5ms~'OS'E PARCEL "BB" PARCEL "AA" 90.;3' ~ ~ (PARCEL A- 52, 727 SF) o N 45' 08'55'N ~ ~ 51,853 S.F. ,i5.97' oo .oo' N 00'08'55'N N 00'08'55'N 8t.00' ; 52.00' ', '1~3.66' % ~ 96.34' 59'5t'05"E g!. 00' t, {', T-22.57' '"'--~._.~', ADDITIONAL STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY · ~_',.~.N 89'51'05'E DEDICATION PER SEPARATE 17.50' INSTRUMENT. FOOTHILL DOULEVARD LEGEND: MA.DO[-~. A~D A~SOC[kTES, rNC ' EXISTING PARCEL LINE OF THR INLAND EMPIRE ADJUSTED PARCEL LINE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-46 - ANNEXATION TO DISTPdCTS ("A-2", PAGE 6 OF 8) q5 SHEET 2 OF 3 CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NO. 497 FOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT 29.2e' ~ ~ PARCEL "C~' (P~CEL 10 - 224. 135 SF) . Bg'Si'OB'E 216,555 S.F. ~4.g5' ' ~ N 8~51'OB'E N 50"07'16~E SEE SHEETS 1 ~ND 5 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-46 - ANNEXATION TO DISTRICTS ("A-2", PAGE 7 OF 8) ' SHEET .3 OF 3 CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE NO. 497 FOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT EXHIBIT "B" b. 5EL SHEET5 1 AND 2 ' I ~ x~.>. PARCEL (PARCEL a - 46. 801 SF) (PARCEL a - 52, 727 51,853 S.F. ~- T.P.O.D. FGL~. 'AA'. N 00' 08'55'~ ~ N 00' Off ~.~ ~3.66' t ~ 96.34' x · x~_ ADDITIONAL sTRE~ RIGHT-OF-WAY ~" DEDICATION PER SEPARATE INSTRUMENT. FOOTHILL DOULEVA~D DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-46- ANNEXATION TO DISTRICTS ("A-2", PAGE 8 OF 8) ~ ? Exhibit B To Description of the District Improvements Fiscal Year 2000/2001 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 (TERRA VISTA PLANNED COMM~: Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 (LMD #4) represents landscape sites throughout thc Terra Vista Planned Community. These sites are considered to e associated with areas within that district and as such any benefit derived from the landscape installation can be directly attributed to those parcels within that district. Because of this, assessments required for this district arc charged to those parcels within that district. The various sites in Terra Vista that are maintained by the district consist of parkways, median islands, street trees, paseos and parks. Thc 36.23 acres of park consist of Coyote Canyon Park, Milliken Park, West Greenway Park, Spruce Park and La Mission Park. STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (ARTERIAL STREETS): Street Light Maintenance District No. 1 (SLD # 1) is used to fund the maintenance and/or installation of street lights and traffic signals located on arterial streets throughout the City. The facilities with/n this district, being located on arterial streets, have been determined to benefit the City as a whole on an equal basis and as such those costs associated with the maintenance and/or installation of the facilities is assigned to the City-wide district. The sites maintained by the district consist of street lights on arterial streets and traffic signals on arterial streets within the rights-of-way or designated easements of streets dedicated to the City. STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 (TERRA VISTA PLANNED COMMUNITY): Street Light Maintenance District No. 4 (SLD #4) is used to fund the maintenance and/or installation of street lights and traffic signals located within the Terra Vista Planned Community. Generally this area encompasses thc residential area of the City east of Haven Avenue, south of Base Line Road, north of Foothill Boulevard and west of Rochester Avenue. It has been determined that the facilities in this district benefit the properties within this area of the City. The sites maintained by the district consist of street lights on local streets and traffic signals (or a portion thereof) on local streets within the Terra Vista Planned Community. B - 1 DR 00-46 Exhibit "B" continued Proposed additions to Work Program (Fiscal Year 2001/2002) For Project: Development Review 00-46 Number of Lamps Street Lights 5800L 9500L 16,000L 22,000L 27,500L SLD # 1 ...... * 1 ...... SLD # 4 ...... * 1 ...... Community Trail Turf Non-Turf Trees Landscaping DGSF SF SF EA L4 ............ *Existing items installed with original project (Street Improvement Plan No. 1293). B - 2 DR 00-46 Exhibit C Proposed Annual Assessment Fiscal Year 2000/2001 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 (TERRA VISTA PLANNED COMMUNITY): The rate per assessment unit (A.U.) will not be increased in fiscal year 2000/01. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Landscape Maintenance District No. 4 (Terra Vista Planned Community): # of Assessment # of Rate Per Physical Units Factor Assessment Assessment Land Use Type Units Units Unit Revenue Single Family Parcel 1788 1.0 1788 $252.50 $ 451,470.00 Multi-Family Unit 2499 1.0 2499 $222.00 $ 554,778.00 Commercial Acre 199.45 1.0 199.45 $382.99 $ 76,387.36 TOTAL $1,082,635.36 The Proposed Annual Assessment against the property (DR 00-46) is: Westerly Parcel 1.2 Acres x 1 A.U. Factor x $382.99 Rate Per A.U. = $459.59 Annual Assessment Easterly Parcel 1.3 Acres x 1 A.U. Factor x $382.99 Rate Per A.U. = $497.89 Annual Assessment STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (ARTERIAL STREETS): Thc rate per assessment unit (A.U.) is $17.77 for the fiscal year 2000/01. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Street Light Maintenance District No. 1 (Arterial Streets): # of # of Rate Per Physical Physical Assessment Assessment Assessment Land Use Unit Type Unit~ I Jnits Factor Units Unit Revenue Single Family Parcel 16,956.00 1.00 16,956.00 $17.77 $301,310.00 Multi- Family Unit 6,257.00 1.00 6,257.00 $17.77 $111,190.00 Commercial Acre 1,999.52 2.00 3,999.04 $17.77 $71,060.00 TOTAL $483,560.00 C - 1 DR 00-46 Exhibit "C" continued STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (continued) The Proposed Annual Assessment against each property (DR 00-46) is: Westerly Parcel 1.2 Acres x 2 A.U. Factor x $17.77 Rate Per A.U. = $42.65 Annual Assessment Easterly Parcel 1.3 Acres x 2 A.U. Factor x $17.77 Rate Per A.U. = $46.20 Annual Assessment STREF, T LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 4 {TERRA vISrA PLANNED COMMUNITY): The rate per assessment unit (A.U.) is $28.96 for the fiscal year 2000/01. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Street Light Maintenance District No. 4 (Terra Vista Planned Community): # of # of Rate Per Physical Physical Assessment Assessment Assessment l.and ll~e llnit Type IInit~ Ilnit~ Factor Units Unit Revenue Multi- Unit 2,499.00 .05 1,249.50 $28.96 $36,186.00 Family Single Parcel 1,786.00 1.00 1,786.00 $28.96 $51,723.00 Family Commercial Acre 199.45 2.00 398.90 $28.96 $11,552.00 TOTAL $99,461.00 The Proposed Annual Assessment against each property (DR 00-46) is: Westerly Parcel 1.2 Acres x 2 A.U. Factor x $389.90 Rate Per A.U. = $957.36 Annual Assessment Easterly Parcel 1.3 Acres x 2 A.U. Factor x $389.90 Rate Per A.U. = $1,037.14 Annual Assessment C 2 DR 00-46 /6/ Staff Report DATE: July 18, 2001 TO.' Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: William J. O'Neil, City Engineer BY: Lucinda Hackett, Associate Engineer Richard Oaxaca, Engineering Technician SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO ACCEPT THE BIDS RECEIVED, APPROPRIATE ADDITIONAL FUNDS, AND AWARD AND AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF THE CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $560,966.93 ($509,969.94 PLUS 10% CONTINGENCY) TO THE APPARENT LOW BIDDER, ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FY 2000/2001 LOCAL STREET REHABILITATION-OVERLAY PROJECT, TO BE FUNDED FROM AB 2928 TRAFFIC CONGESTION RELIEF FUNDS, ACCOUNT NO. 11.823035650/1022182-0 RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council accept the bids received, appropriate additional funds, and award and authorize the execution of the contract in the amount of $560,966.93 ($509,969.94 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, All American Asphalt, for the construction of the FY 2000/2001 Local Street Rehabilitation-Overlay Project, to be funded from AB 2928 Traffic Congestion Relief funds, Account No.11823035650/1022182- 0. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS: Per previous Council action, bids were solicited, received and opened on June 19, 2001, for the subject project. The Engineer's estimate was $490,119.70. Staff has reviewed all bids received and found them to be complete and in accordance with the bid requirements with any irregularities to be inconsequential. Staff has completed the required background investigation and finds all bidders to meet the requirements of the bid documents. The contract amount plus contingency exceeds what was originally budgeted by $205,966.93. CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Re: FY 2000/2001 LOCAL STREET REHABILITATION July 18, 2001 PAGE 2 The project was expanded somewhat from what was originally envisioned in order to take advantage of AB 2928 funds received from the State. Respectfully submitted, Wilti~'m J. O'Neil City Engineer W JO: LH/RO:Is Attachment LOCATION MAP ONTARIO,.,, ~, __ LEGENDS: 3T~NT FOR ~. (A.C. O~Y) ~ gO00/O1 PAVEMENT REHABI~TATION A.C. OVeRlY R A N C H O C U C a M O N G A ] ~O~U~ITY ~R, VlCE~ DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director BY: Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III SUBJECT: Consideration of a Proposal for Co-sponsorship of the Rancho Cucamon(ja Chamber of Commerce's Grape Harvest Festival Scheduled for October 5-7, 2001, at the Rancho Cucamonqa Epicenter. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council consider the attached request from the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce for co-sponsorship of their Grape Harvest Festival that is scheduled for October 5-7, 2001, at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter and waive the base rent, the move in/out rental fee, basic maintenance expenses and any City related permits required for the event. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS: The Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce has hosted a wine and grape festival for the community for a number of years. Over the past several years the event has changed venues and time frames. Last year the Chamber scaled back the event to make the festival more manageable to staff with their volunteer core, moved the dates of the festival back to the traditional dates of early October and moved the event to bring it back to Rancho Cucamonga. The current plans for the Festival include a 3-day move in/out period and 3 event days. Activities planned for the Festival include business vendor booths, arts and crafts, food and beverage vendors and a wine/beer pavilion at the Epicenter Special Event Area. Parking Lots A & B at the Epicenter will be used for overflow parking. Based upon requirements of the event, conditions of use for the site and cost estimates associated with the use of the Epicenter have been developed by staff. Traditional rental fees for such an event would include a base rent for the Epicenter Special Event Area and parking lots A and B, move in/out rent for the Epicenter Special Event Area and parking lots A and B, maintenance services and police security. These fees are detailed below: · Base Rent (Expanded Parking Lot and Parking Lots A & B) $7,500.00 · Move in/out Rental (Expanded Parking Lot and Parking Lots A and B) $2,250.00 CITY COUNCIL Co-SPONSORSHIP OF GRAPE HARVEST FESTIVAL JULY 18, 2001 · Maintenance (includes additional support for refuse pick-up service as requested by the Chamber) $2,338.00 · Police Security (event days/timefrarnes only) ~ Total $17,740.36 In addition to the above mentioned fees the following charges would also be required from the applicant: 10% admissions fee based upon gross revenue from the ticket sales and parking lots, 10% of gross revenue on food, beverage and merchandise sales. Traditionally these fees are due within 5-working days of the event. Staff has recently received a request from the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce for co- sponsorship and waiver of all fees, except for the admissions tax, for the upcoming Festival. To be consistent with other co-sponsorship requests that the City Council has approved in the past, it is staff's recommendation that the City Council waive the base rent fee ($7,500.00), the move in/out rental fee ($2,250.00) and the basic maintenance fee ($277.00) associated with the Chamber's use of the Epicenter for their 2001 Grape Harvest Festival· The basic maintenance service would only provide site supervision, utilities and street sweeping of the area at the conclusion of the event. Daily trash pick up would need to be provided by the Chamber. Staff would also request that the City Council approve the waiver of fees for any building/fire inspections and permits· At this time the fiscal impact of this request is not known. As with other co-sponsored activities the Chamber of Commerce would still be required to provide $1 million dollar comprehensive public liability coverage naming the City of Rancho Cucamonga as additionally covered for the full time frame of the event including move-in and move-out dates as well as a refundable damage/security/performance deposit in the amount of $2,500.00. Staff does not recommend waiver of the fees for police security, the enhanced maintenance services, the percentage on the food, beverage and merchandise nor the damage/security deposit as doing so would not be consistent with other City Council co-sponsored activities that have taken place at the Epicenter. In addition, the Chamber has agreed to the payment of the Admissions Tax. Lastly, staff also recommends that City Council approve the sale and consumption of beer and wine for the Festival within restricted locations at the Epicenter Special Event Area (Expanded Parking Lot), as outlined in Ordinance Number 634. FISCAL IMPACT: Approval of co-sponsorship and waiver of fees as recommended by staff would result in a waiver of $10,027.00 in fees that would be offset, in part, by ticket, concessions and merchandise revenues receive//~ from the event. ~.~u~itted, · Kevin~Ardle Comn'~unity Services Director Attachment hlCOMMSERV~Council&Boards~CityCounciltSlaffReporlsMO0 llGrapeHarvestFestivalCoSponso~shipT. 18.01.doc -2- · RA~Cfi3 CU~AMONGA CIIAMIIER 0F COMMERCE June 20, 2001 Ms. Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III Community Services Department City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Dear Paula: Re: Rancho Cucamonga Grape Harvest Festival Formal Request for Co-Sponsorship and Waiver of Fees We are writing to request that city staff take this request for Co-Sponsorship and Waiver of Fees letter to the City Council for consideration and approval. As you may know, this event has become a significant tradition with historical roots that run deep within our community. The event dates back over 200 years to the planting of the first Mission grapes at the Mission San Gabriel Archangel. As Rancho Cucamonga grew throughout the late 19th and 20th centuries, each of the individual wineries and the various Catholic churches in the area held their own versions of a grape harvest festival, celebrating the end of the harvest season and comparing the fruits of their labor. In 1939, citizens of the then Alta Loma, Etiwanda and Cucamonga communities decided to officially recognize the 100th anniversary of the planting of the "Mother Vineyard" with the first "Wine and Grape Festival"· The rest is history. The Chamber of Commerce assumed the role of the producer of the event in 1981 and over the years created one of the largest regional events of its kind operated solely by volunteers. Ln 1987, the Califorrfia State Legislature designated the Festival as officially being "California's Oldest Grape Harvest Festival". Last year we returned to the harvest season (first weekend in October) to celebrate the event and brought the event back to Rancho Cucamonga which drew raving reviews· The first weekend in October this year is 5, 6, and 7 and we respectfully request the use of the Epicenter's Expanded Parking Lot and parking lots A & B for those dates. Set-up · rd would beg~n on Wednesday, October 3 and break-down would be Sunday beginning at 6:00 p.m. and Monday, October 8th· In an attempt to keep the hard costs of the event within economic means, we would like the City of Rancho Cucamonga to consider waiving certain fees and costs associated with the event. In order for us to stay within our budget, we respectfully request that the Council considers and approves waiving the Base Rent, Maintenance, Police Security and Security Deposit, and any permit or fees required fi:om either the city or fire departments 7945 VINEYARD AVENUE, SUITE D-5 · RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730-2314 · 909/987-1012 · FAX 987-5917 associated with this event. We also request that the Food/Beverage/Memhandise percentage tax be waived as we do no have access to the vendors' records and our own ticket sales will not necessarily match our ticket count. We believe we can handle the Admissions tax, as it will be only done at 1-2 locations. We found the meetings with the city event team last year very helpful in identifying the city requirements for operating the event and look forward to working with them again this year. We are looking forward to the city's sponsorship support of this event and are confident this year's Grape Harvest Festival will be an overwhelming success again. If we can answer any questions, please feel free to contact me at 987-1012. Sincerely, Norm MacKenzi~ Executive Director CC: Board of Directors Dianna Lee-Mitchell and Dave Neault, Event Co-Chairs R A N C H O C U C A M O N GA CITY HANAGER' & OFFICE Staff Report TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: Duane A. Baker, Assistant to the City Manager DATE: July 18, 2001 SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF AMENDED ANIMAL SHELTER SERVICES CONTRACT WITH COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND APPROPRIATION OF $45,000 TO FUND STATE MANDATED SHELTER PROGRAMS RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council approve the amended Animal Shelter Services Contract with the County of San Bernardino. The contract is for $305,600 and covers the full seven-day operation of the shelter as well as new state mandates for shelter programs caused by SB 1785 and AB 1856. It is also recommended that an appropriation for $45,000 be approved to cover the costs for these state mandates and be added to Account 1001104-5300/Contract Services. BACKGROUND , In 1996, the City began contracting with the County to operate our animal shelter. Since 1996 there have been no increases in the contract amount or in the terms of service. This amended contract memorializes changes that have been mutually agreed upon since 1996. Most notably, beginning last year the animal shelter began seven-day operations up from the previous five-day operations. In addition, the county has had to implement two state mandated programs that have increased costs. The first mandate requires that all animals be held for a minimum of six business days. The second mandate requires that all strays that are adopted be spayed or neutered. Although some of this cost is passed through to the new pet owner there are still cost impacts to the program. Finally, labor costs have increased at the shelter due to new staff for the seven-day operation and the increased labor costs paid by the County due to increases in cost of living over the past five years. During the term of the existing contract, the County has operated the shelter well. They have accommodated the City's volunteers and have maintained an adoption rate for dogs of over 50%. The staff at the shelter has also conducted a number of outreach programs and has generated favorable comments from the public. There have been a minimum of problems and customer satisfaction is generally high. It is recommended that the amended contract and appropriation be approved. Assistant to the City Manager -2- TH E CiTY OF I~AN C H 0 C IJ CAH 0 N GA Staff Report TO: Mayor and Members of the ~i~ty~ouncil Lawrencb'I. Temple, Administrative Services Manager DATE: July 18, 2001 BY: Dawn Haddon, and Joan A. Kruse, Purchasing SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF CONSULTANT S1ZI,FCTION - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MASTER PLatN RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that Council approve the selection of the firm, DeLoitte and Touche, to proceed with the development of an Information Technology Master Plan for the City of Rancho Cucamonga, approve the contract and appropriation of $238,500 to account number 1-714-001- 5300. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS: On May 17, 2001 the City received proposals from 12 firms for consulting services to develop a city organization-wide Information Technology Master Plan. The proposals were reviewed by an interdepartmental information technology committee resulting in four firms being asked to participate in interviews on June 19, 2001. Following those interviews the firm of DeLoitte and Touche was selected to proceed. The selection of the firm was based on understanding of the project, overall approach and plan of activities; proposed project organization and staffing; qualifications to provide the services to the City; background experience in such master plans, and time and cost to complete the work. Included in the study will be an evaluation of the City's current hardware, software and telecommunications inventory; fiber optic technology; future technology needs; opportunities for partnerships with other regional and community agencies; technical infrastructure necessary to attract "high-tech" companies; opportunities enabled by the Telecommunications Act of 1996; and other items as outlined in the Request for Proposal. The firm's professional fee for the IT Master Plan work is $238,500, including out of pocket expenses. Work on this project will begin approximately August 15,2001 and will be completed sometime in January 2002. We will provide updates to the City Council throughout the Master Plan process. Ill R A N C H O C U C A M O N G A ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: William J. O'Neil, City Engineer SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH AT&T FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE WIRELESS FACILITY AT WINDROWS PARK AND SUB-LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that City Council approve the Agreement with AT&T for the relocation of the wireless tower at Windrows Park AND THE Sub-Lease Agreement with the Redevelopment Agency and authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign said agreements. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS On November 1, 2000, the City entered into an agreement with AT&T for installation of the wireless tower at Windrows Park. Residents in the area have voiced their concern about the health and safety issues regarding the tower. On April 24, 2001 a presentation was given at Windrows School by cor~sultants working for AT&T. The purpose of this meeting was to explain to the residents in the Windrows area the scientific facts regarding radio emissions from the tower. After listening to the testimony the consensus of the Windrows residents was the tower is unacceptable in its current location. AT&T and the City have negotiated an agreement that will provide for the relocation of the tower. The agreement specifies that AT&T will be responsible for relocating the tower with AT&T and the City of Rancho Cucamonga to equally IIZ CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT CELL TOWER AT WINDROWS PARK July 18, 2001 Page 2 share the costs. Current estimated cost for relocation is approximately $250,000. The final cost will be determined after construction is complete. The new site for the wireless tower is the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) owned property known as the Regina Winery. As part of the agreement, the City will sub-lease the tower area from the RD^. City staff and the City Attorney have reviewed this agreements and recommend approval by the City Council. Respectfully submitted, William J. O'Neil City Engineer WJO:dlw 113 REMOVAL AND RELOCATION AGREEMENT THIS REMOVAL AND RELOCATION AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is entered into between AT&T Wireless Services, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("AT&T Wireless") and the City of Rancho Cucamonga, a public body, corporate and politic ("City") and the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency. RECITALS WHEREAS, AT&T Wireless, as Lessee, and City, as Lessor, entered into that certain Communications Ground Lease Agreement dated as of November 1, 2000 (the "Windrows Park Lease") by which City leased to AT&T Wireless and AT&T Wireless leased from City certain Promises described in the Lease for the purpose of allowing AT&T Wireless to provide communications services by means of its Lessee's Facility, all as set forth in the Windrows Park Lease; and WHEREAS, Pursuant to the Lease terms and in accordance with permits and approval issued by the City, AT&T Wireless constructed its Lessee's Facilities, incurring certain costs and expenses in the process, in preparation of going on-line and commencing operations; and WHEREAS, Due to extreme public outcry in opposition to the location and operation of Lessee's Facilities, City issued a stop work notice on April 26, 2001, and work to complete the site was halted other than securing the site and making arrangements for temporary power; and WHEREAS, The parties have mutually determined that it is in the best interest of the community to remove the Lessee Facilities and to relocate the same to a less controversial City- owned or controlled site under a new lease (the "Regina Winery Lease"), upon and subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, FOR VALUABLE CONSIDERTION, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows: 1. Removal AT&T Wireless agrees, at its own cost and expense, to remove the Lessee Facilities constructed and installed at the Windrows Park within twenty-one (21) days of the date this Agreement is fully executed and delivered as between the parties, and all conditions set forth herein have been met, and to restore the Premises as required under the Lease. 2. Relocation a) Concurrent with the execution of this Agreement, City agrees to enter into, and/or to cause Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, a municipal body, corporate and politic ("Agency"), and record owner of the property that is to be the subject of the Regina Winery Lease, to enter into with AT&T Wireless, the Winery Lease in the same or substantially similar form at Exhibit A, attached hereto. b) Concurrent with the execution of this Agreement, AT&T Wireless agrees to enter into the Regina Winery Lease with City and/or Agency and to cause the relocation of the Lessee's Facilities to the new location as agreed and depicted under the Winery Lease. 3. Cost-Sharing - The total project cost for the relocation facility is estimated to be $250,000. a) City agrees that it will pay one-half of the costs of the relocation facility to be constructed and installed pursuant to the Regina Winery Lease. The total project cost shall not exceed $250,000 without City Consent. Final costs shall be determined after completion of the Project. AT&T agrees to provide actual cost data, included costs for Labor and Materials and other costs as required by City. Costs to be verified by City. City shall pay AT&T Wireless the agreed to portion of the costs as set forth herein within 30 days [of the issuance of a Notice of Completion by City], or City may, at its option exercised within the same thirty-day period, choose to apply such payment as credits to the rents payable by AT&T Wireless [or its affiliatesI under leases with the City at the Regina Winery,, Hermosa/Hamilton Street and Heritage Park. b) AT&T represents that the cost is based upon the contract rates charged pursuant to its exclusive agreement with American Tower Corporation, the contractor authorized to construct and install the new facilities under the Regina Winery Lease and who will remove the Lessee's Facilities under the Windrows Park Lease. City or RDA will not be charged for removal costs of Windrows tower. 4. Time-Schedule AT&T Wireless and City agree that AT&T Wireless' obligations to remove and relocate its facilities and the City's obligations to pay a portion of the costs related to the installation of the Regina Winery process, are contingent upon certain events occurring as follows: a) AT&T Wireless shall not be obligated to remove or relocate any of its facilities unless and until (i) a building permit and any other required permits or approvals, including FAA approval, for the new facilities have been issued; (ii) execution and delivery by City and/or Agency of the Regina Winery Lease; and (iii) approval by AT&T Wireless of an environmental assessment of the premises subject to the Regina Winery Site. b) City shall not be obligated to make any payment as required hereunder unless and until (i) it has approved all plans and specifications as required by the Regina Winery Lease and/or City law, rule or regulation; (ii) execution and delivery by AT&T Wireless of the Regina Winery Lease; and (iii) [it has issued a Notice of Completion]. (~) ~ nay prO~s~on of this ,A~t,~ the deletion ~bl~ t~ ~ ~ offs ~t ~) ~ ~ ~ b~ ~ ~d ~m ~t of~ ~~ ~ ~ ou~ ~m p~. ~l~ ~ ~y ie~ p~ ~o~ the ~t of (g) Terms and co-ditions of* tb~ AgrCgrn~t which by ~z~ ~e~se and ~ome~t su~w tl~ tc~mhat~on, o~n~ll~on or ~acion of this Ag~eormmt will so surv~c. (h) Time is otth~ csseecc of rids As~cmen~. Tbi~ Aarmnnont i~dudi~g ~li attacb,-nents and riders .oz~dtut~ com~nt~J hem, g,~ Tb.~ am ~o relm:sem~dm, or muiers*,~u~fig~ ot'--y ~ not set AT&T B~ ' O~s ~. P~e ~d ~: AT~T ~ ~ Pho~ ~ ~: ORDINANCE NO. 658 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN EACH OF IMPROVEMENT AREA NOS. 1, 2 AND 3 OF SUCH DISTRICT RECITALS: A. The City Council (the "City Council") of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California (the "City"), has previously adopted Resolution No. 01-86 stating its intention to conduct proceedings to form City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01 (the "District") and to establish three improvement areas, Improvement Area No. 1, Improvement Area No. 2 and Improvement Area No. 3 (each an "Improvement Area" and collectively the "Improvement Areas") therein pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, commencing with Section 53311 of the California Government Code (the "Act") to finance certain public facilities. B. The City Council has previously adopted Resolution No. 01-087 stating the City Council's intention, acting as the legislative body of the District, to authorize the issuance and sale of a series of bonds for Improvement Areas Nos. I and 2 in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $15,000,000 and a series of bonds for Improvement Area No. 3 in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $12,000,000. C. Resolution Nos. 01-086 and 01-087 set June 6, 2001 as the date of a public hearing on the establishment of the District and the Improvement Areas therein, extent of the District and each Improvement Area therein, the furnishing of specified types of public facilities within the District, the proposed rate and method of apportionment of the special tax within each Improvement Area, and the proposed debt issues. D. A notice of the public hearing was published and mailed to all landowners proposed to be included in the District in accordance with the Act. The public hearing was subsequently continued to June 20, 2001. E. Prior to the public hearing there was filed with the City Council a report containing a description of the facilities necessary to adequately meet the needs of the District and an estimate of the cost of financing such facilities as required by Section 53321.5 of the Act. Subsequent thereto, an amended report entitled, "Amended Community Facilities District Report" (the "Report") was presented to the City Council, which Report includes a brief analysis of the impact of the proposed modifications to the rate and method of apportionment of the special tax described in Section 4 of Resolution No. 01-162 the probable special tax to be paid by the owner of any lot or parcel in the District, and the City Council has considered such Report, which report is on file in the office of the City Clerk. F. At the public hearing all persons desiring to be heard on all matters pertaining to the establishment of the District and each proposed Improvement Area, the extent of the District and each proposed Improvement Area, the furnishing of specified types of 11231\0073\657454.2 public facilities within the District, the proposed rate and method of apportionment of the special tax, and the proposed debt issues were heard and a full and fair hearing was held. G. At the public heating evidence was presented to the City Council on the matters before it and the City Council at the conclusion of the heating is fully advised as to all matters relating to the formation of the District and the establishment of the Improvement Areas therein, the levy of the special tax and the issuance of bonded indebtedness therein. H. Subsequent to the public hearing, the City Council adopted Resolution No.01 - which approved certain modification in connection with the District, established the District and the Improvement Areas and authorized the levy of a special tax within each Improvement Area. I. Subsequent to the public hearing, the City Council also adopted Resolution No. 01- 01-163 which determined the necessity to incur bonded indebtedness in the maximum principal amount of $15,000,000 for Improvement Area No. I and Improvement Area No. 2 and a maximum principal amount of $12,000,000 for Improvement Area No. 3. K. On June 20, 2001, an election was held within each Improvement Area at which the qualified electors of each Improvement Area approved the establishment of an appropriations limit for the District, the incurrence of bonded indebtedness and the levy of a special tax within the respective Improvement Area. L. On June 20, 2001, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 01-164 which certified the results of the June 20, 2001 election conducted by the City Clerk, which results showed that more than two-thirds of the votes cast in each Improvement Area were in favor of the proposition to establish an appropriations limit for the District, incur bonded indebtedness and levy the special tax. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Recitals. The above recitals are all true and correct. Section2. Authorization of Lew of Special Tax. Bypassageofthis Ordinance, the City Council authorizes the levy of a special tax within Improvement Area No. 1, Improvement Area No. 2 and Improvement Area No. 3 of the District at the maximum rate and in accordance with the rates and method of apportionment set forth for each Improvement Area in Exhibit B to Resolution No. 01-162, which for reference purposes is attached hereto as Exhibit A. Section 3. Annual Rate Determination. The City Council is hereby further authorized to determine on or before August 8 of each year, or such other date as is established by law or by the County Auditor- Controller of the County of San Bernardino, the specific special tax to be levied on each parcel of land in each of the Improvement Areas of the District, except that the special tax rate to be levied shall not exceed the maximum rates set forth in Exhibit A, but the special tax may be levied at a lower rate. I 1231 \0073\657454.2 -2- /IS Section 4. Exemption of Government Property. Properties or entities of the state, federal, or other local governments shall be exempt from the above-referenced and approved special tax only to the extent set forth in Exhibit A hereto, and otherwise shall be subject to tax consistent with the provisions of Section 53317.3 and 53317.5 of the Act. Section 5. Use of Collections. All of the collections of the special tax shall be used only as provided for in the Act and in Resolution No.01-162. The special tax shall be levied only so long as needed for its purpose as described in Resolution No. 01-162. Section 6. Collection. The special tax shall be collected in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem taxes and shall be subject to the same penalties and the same procedure, sale and lien in any case of delinquency as applicable for ad valorem property taxes. Provided, however, that the special tax may be collected in such other manner as may be provided by the City Council. Section 7. Foreclosure. As a cumulative remedy, if any amount levied as a special tax for payment of bond interest or principal, together with any penalties and other charges accruing under this Ordinance, are not paid when due, the City Council may, not later than four years after the due date of the last installment of principal on the Bonds, order that the same be collected by an action brought in the superior court to foreclose the lien of such special tax. Section 8. Authorization. The specific authorization for adoption of this Ordinance is pursuant to the provisions of Section 53340 of the Act. Section 9. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and cause it to be published or posted in accordance with law. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of ,2001. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney 11231\0073\657454.2 -3- EXHIBIT A CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 AMENDED RATE AND METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT OF SPECIAL TAX FOR IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 1 A Special Tax shall be levied on all Taxable Property in Improvement Area No. 1 of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01 and collected each Fiscal Year commencing in Fiscal Year 2002-2003 according to the tax liability determined by the Council, through the application of the rate and method of apportionment of the Special Tax set forth below. All Taxable Property shall be taxed to the extent and in the manner herein provided. I. DEFINITIONS This Amended Rate and Method of Apportionment employs terms defined below ar~l terms defined in the Rate and Method of Apportionment for Improvement Area No. 2 of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01 ("IA No. 2"). When necessary, terms defined in the latter shall be distinguished from terms defined in the former by including the words "IA No. 2" prior to the defined term. The terms hereinafter set forth have the following meanings: "Acre or Acreage" means the land area of an Assessor's Parcel as shown on an Assessor's Pamel Map, or if the land area is not shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map, the land area shown on the applicable final map, parcel map, condominium plan, or other recorded County pamel map. The square footage of an Assessor's Parcel is equal to the Acreage of such parcel multiplied by 43,560. "Act" means the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, being Chapter 2.5 of Part I of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code of the State of California. "Administrative Fees" or "Administrative Expenses" means the following actual or reasonably estimated costs directly related to the administration of IA No. I and IA No. 2: the costs of computing the IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Special Taxes; the costs of preparing the annual IA No. I Special Tax and IA No. 2 Special Tax collection schedules (whether by the City or designee thereof or both); the costs of collecting the IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Special Taxes (whether by the City, the County or otherwise); the costs of remitting th~ IA No. I and IA No. 2 Special Taxes to the Trustee; the costs of the Trustee (including its legal counsel) in the discharge of the duties required of it under the Indenture; thee costs to the City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof complying with arflitrag, e rebate requirements; the costs to the City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof complying with disclosure requirements of the City or CFD No. 2001-01, associated with applicable Federal and State securities laws and the Act; the costs associated with preparing IA No. I and/or IA No. 2 Special Tax disclosure statements and responding public inquiries regarding the IA No. 1 and/or IA No. 2 Special Taxes; the costs to th,e City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof related to an appeal of the IA No. 1 Amended, June 13, 2001 C-1 City of Rancho Cucamong~a and/or the IA No. 2 Special Tax; the costs associated with the release of funds from an escrow account; and the City's annual administration fees and third party expenses. Administrative Expenses shall also include amounts estimated or advanced by the City or CFD No. 2001-01 for any other administrative purposes of IA No. 1 and/or IA No. 2, including attorney's fees and other costs related to commencing and pursuing any foreclosure of delinquent IA No. 1 Special Taxes. Under no circumstances shall the Administrative Expenses include costs related to commencing and pursuing any foreclosure of delinquent Special Taxes in IA No. 2. "Apartment Property" means any Assessor's Parcel of Residential Property that consists of a building or buildings comprised of attached residential units available for rental, but not purchase, by the general public and which are under common management. "Assessor" means the Assessor of the County of San Bernardino. "Assessor's Parcel" means a lot or parcel shown in an Assessor's Parcel Map with an assigned Assessor's parcel number. "Assigned Special Tax" means the Special Tax for each Land Use Class of Developed Property, as determined in accordance with Section III below. "Authorized Facilities" means those improvements, as listed on Exhibit "A" to the Construction Agreement. "Backup Special Tax" means the Special Tax applicable to each Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property, as determined in accordance with Section III below. "Bond Share" means the share of Bonds assigned to a Taxable Parcel as specified in Section VI. "Bonds" means any bonds or other indebtedness (as defined in the'Act) of CFD No. 2001-01 for Improvement Area No. 1 or Improvement Area No. 2, whether in one or more sedes, secured by the levy of Special Taxes. "CFD No. 2001-01" means the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities Distdct No. 2001-01. "CFD Administrator" means an official of the City, or designee thereof, responsible for determining the Special Tax Requirement and for levying and collecting the Special Taxes. "City" means the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California. "Construction Agreement" means the Construction Agreement for IA No. I and IA No. 2 that was approved by the Council on June 20, 2001, as it may be modified or supplemented from time to time. "Council" means the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga acting as the legislative body of the CFD under the Act. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-2 City of Rancho Cucamonga "County" means the County of San Bemardino, California. "Debt Service" means for each Fiscal Year, the total amount of principal and interest payable on any Bonds, notes or cedificates of participation of the CFD during the calendar year commencing on January 1 of such Fiscal Year. "Developed Property" means for each Fiscal Year, all Taxable Property, exclusive of Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property, for which a building permit for new construction or renovations was issued prior to January I of the previous Fiscal Year. "Final Mapped Property" means, for each Fiscal Year, all Taxable Property, exclusive of Developed Property, Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property, which as of January I of the previous Fiscal Year was located within a Final Subdivision. The term "Final Mapped Property" shall include any parcel map or subdivision map or portion thereof that creates individual lots for which a building permit may be issued, including parcels that are designated as a remainder parcel. "Final Subdivision" means a subdivision of property within (i) a final map, or portion thereof approved by the City pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act (California Government Code Section 66410 et seq.) and recorded with the County Recorder that creates individual lots for which building permits may be issued, or (ii) for condominiums, a final map, or portion thereof, approved by the City and a condominium plan recorded pursuant to California Civil Code Section 1352 that creates individual lots for which building permits may be issued. "Fiscal Year" means the period starting on July 1 and ending the following June 30. "IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Bonds" means any bonds or other debt (as defined in Section 53317(d) of the Act), whether in one or more series, issued by CFD No. 2001-01 for both IA No..1 and IA No. 2 under the Act. "Improvement Area No. 1" or "IA No. 1" means Improvement Area No. I of CFD No. 2001-01, as identified on the boundary map for CFD No. 2001-01. "Improvement Area No. 2" or "IA No. 2" means Improvement Area No. 2 of CFD No. 2001-01, as identified on the boundary map for CFD No. 2001-01. "Indenture" means the indenture, fiscal agent agreement, resolution or other instrument pursuant to which IA No. 1 and iA No. 2 Bonds are issued, as modified, amended and/or supplemented from time to time, and any instrument replacing or supplementing the same. "Intermediate Special Tax" means the Special Tax applicable to each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Properly, as determined in accordance with Section III below. "Land Use Class" means any of the classes listed in Table 1. "Maximum Annual Special Tax" means the greatest amount of Special Tax, determined in accordance with Section III below, which may be levied in any Fiscal Year on any Assessor's Parcel based on its Land Use classification. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-3 City of Rancho Cucamonga "Multi-Family Residential (MFR)" means Residential property that shares a common wall between one or more residential units, or a parcel that contains more than one Single Family Residence. "Non-Residential Floor Area" means all of the square footage of usable area within the perimeter of a non-residential structure, not including any carport, walkway, garage, overhang, or similar area. The determination of Non-Residential Floor Area shall be made by reference to the building permit(s) issued for such Assessor's Parcel. "Non-Residential Property" means all Developed Property for which a building permit(s) was issued for a non-residential use. "Other Residential Property" means all Developed Property for which a building permit(s) was issued for a residential use. "Outstanding Bonds" means all IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Bonds, which are deemed to be outstanding under the indenture. "Parcel" means any County of San Bernardino Assessor's Parcel that is within the boundaries of the CFD, based on the equalized tax rolls of the County of San Bernardino as of January 1 in the prior Fiscal Year. "Partial Prepayment" means a prepayment of a portion of the Special Tax obligation applicable to a parcel of Taxable Property as set forth in Section VI. "Property Owner Association Property" means any property within the boundaries of IA No. 1 owned in fee, dedicated to or subject to an easement benefiting a property owner association, including any master or sub-association. However, notwithstanding the above, any of such property which constitutes the "pad-area" located directly under a residential or non-residential building shall not be considered Property Owner Association Property. "Proportionately" or "Proportionate" means, for Developed Property and IA No. 2 Developed Property, that the ratio of the actual Special Tax levy to the Assigned Special Tax is equal for all Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property and IA No. 2 Developed Property. For Undeveloped Property and IA No. 2 Undeveloped Property, "Proportionately" means that the ratio of the actual Special Tax levies per Acre to the Maximum Special Tax per Acre is equal for all Assessor's Parcels of Undeveloped Property and IA No. 2 Undeveloped Property. The term "Proportionately" may similarly be applied to other categories of Taxable Property as listed in Section IV below. "Public Property" means any property within the boundaries of IA No. 1 the ownership of which is transferred to a public agency on or after the date of formation of CFD No. 2001-01 and is used for rights-of-way or any other purpose and is owned by or dedicated to the federal government, the State of California, the County, the City or any other public agency; provided however that any property owned by a public agency and leased to a private entity and subject to taxation under Section 53340.1 of the Act shall be taxed and classified in accordance with its use. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-4 City of Rancho Cucamonga "RMA" means this Amended Rate and Method of Apportionment. "Residential Property" means all Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property for which a building permit has been issued for purposes of constructing one or more residential dwelling units. "Resolution of Formation" means the Resolution passed by the Council authorizing the formation of CFD No. 2001-01. "Resolution of Issuance" means the Resolution passed by the Council authorizing the issuance of bonds. "Special Tax" means any tax levied within the CFD pursuant to the Act and this Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Tax. "Special Tax Obligation" means the total obligation of a Taxable Parcel to pay the Special Tax for the remaining life of the CFD. "Special Tax Requirement" means that amount required in any Fiscal Year to: (i) pay Debt Service on all Outstanding Bonds; (ii) pay periodic costs on the Outstanding Bonds, including but not limited to, credit enhancement and rebate payments on the Outstanding Bonds; (iii) pay Administrative Expenses; (iv) pay any amounts required to establish or replenish any reserve funds for all Outstanding Bonds; (v) accumulate funds to pay directly for acquisition or construction of Authorized Facilities, and (vi) pay for reasonably anticipated delinquent Special Taxes based on the delinquency rate for Special Taxes levied in the previous Fiscal Year; less (vii) a credit for funds available to reduce the annual Special Tax levy, as determined by the CFD Administrator pursuant to the Indenture. "State" means the State of California. "Taxable Property" means all of the Assessor's Pamels within the boundaries of IA No. 1, which are not exempt from the levy of the Special Tax pursuant to law or Section VIII below. "Taxable Property Owner Association Property" means all Assessor's Parcels of Property Owner Association Property within IA No. 1 that are not exempt from the levy of Special Tax pursuant to Section VIII below. "Taxable Public Property" means all Assessor's Parcels of Public Property that are not exempt from the levy of Special Tax pursuant to Section VIII below. "Tax-Exempt Parcel" means, as of January I of each year, (i) any parcel owned by a governmental entity, or irrevocably offered for dedication to a governmental entity, (ii) any Parcel which constitutes public right-of-way or which is encumbered by an unmanned utility easement, making impractical its utilization for other than the purpose set forth in the easement, or (iii) any Parcel assigned a zero value by the San Bemardino County Assessor. Notwithstanding the foregoing, (i) a Taxable Parcel acquired by a public entity after the adoption of the Resolution of Formation by means of negotiated transaction, or by gift or devise, or by eminent domain proceedings, shall remain a Taxable Parcel, and (ii) if a governmental entity owning a Tax-Exempt Parcel, Amended, June 13, 2001 C-5 City of Rancho Cucamonga including a Tax-Exempt Parcel held in trust for any beneficiary, grants a leasehold or other possessory interest in the parcel to a non-exempt person or entity, the Special Tax shall be levied on the leasehold or possessory interest and shall be payable by the owner of the leasehold or possessory interest. Tax-Exempt Parcels include the specific parcels, or their successor parcels. "Trustee" means the trustee or fiscal agent under the Indenture. "Undeveloped Property" means, for each Fiscal Yearl all Taxable Property not classified as Developed Property, Final Mapped Property, Taxable Property Owner Association Properly, or Taxable Public Property. II. CLASSIFICATION OF PARCELS Each Fiscal Year, ali Taxable Property within IA No. 1 shall be classified as Developed Property, Final Mapped Property, Taxable Property Owner Association Property, Taxable Public Property, or Undeveloped Property, and all such Taxable Property shall be subject to the levy of Special Taxes in accordance with the rate and method of apportionment determined pursuant to Sections III and IV below. III MAXIMUM SPECIAL TAX RATE 1. Developed Property (a). Maximum Special Tax The Maximum Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel classified as Developed Property shall be the greater of (i) the amount derived by application of the Assigned Special Tax or (ii) the amount derived by application of the Backup Special Tax. (b). Assi.qned Special Tax The Assigned Special Tax for each Land Use Class is shown in Table 1. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-6 City of Rancho Cucamonga TABLE 1 Assigned Special Taxes for Developed Property Improvernent Area No. 1 Land Use Description Residential Assigned Class Floor Area Special Tax 1 Single Family Property => 3,250 sq. ft. $2,100 per residential dwelling unit 2 Single Family Property 2,950 to 3,249 sq. ft $1,684 per residential dwelling unit 3 Single Family Property 2,650 to 2,949 sq. ft. $1,515 per residential dwelling unit 4 Single Family Property 2,350 to 2,649 sq. ft. $1,301 per residential dwelling unit 5 Single Family Property 2,150 to 2,349 sq. ft. $1,217 per residential dwelling unit 6 Single Family Property 1,950 to 2,149 sq. ft. $1,119 per residential dwelling unit 7 Single Family Property < 1,950 sq. ft. $938 per residential dwelling unit 8 Apartment Property Not Applicable $237 per residential dwelling unit 9 Non-Residential Property Not Applicable $8,398 per Acre (c). Multiple Land Use Classes In some instances an Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property may contain more than one Land Use Class. The Assigned Special Tax levied on an Assessor's Parcel shall be the sum of the Assigned Special Taxes for all Land Use Classes located on that Assessor's Parcel. The Maximum Special Tax that can be levied on an Assessor's Parcel shall be the sum of the Maximum Special Taxes that can be levied for all Land Use Classes located on that Assessor's Parcel derived by application of the Backup Special Tax. For an Assessor's Parcel that contains both Residential Property and Non-Residential Property, the Acreage of such Assessor's Parcel shall be allocated to each type of property based on the amount of Acreage designated for each Land Use Class as determined by reference to the site plan approved for such Assessor's Parcel. The CFD Administrator's allocation to each type of property shall be final. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-7 City of Rancho Cucamonga (d). Backup Special Tax The Backup Special Tax shall equal $10,768 per Acre. 2, Final Mapped Property (a). Intermediate Special Tax The Intermediate Special Tax shall only be levied on Assessor's Parcels of Final Mapped Property. To compute the Intermediate Special Tax attributable to a Final Subdivision, the Acreage of all Developed Property and Final Mapped Property within that Final Subdivision shall be multiplied by $7,500. The Intermediate Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property planned for residential development shall then be computed by dividing the Intermediate Special Tax attributable to the applicable Final Subdivision by the total number of Assessor's Parcels planned for residential development within that Final Subdivision (i.e., the number or residential lots). The Intermediate Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property in a Final Subdivision planned exclusively for non-residential development shall equal $7,500 multiplied by the Acreage of such Assessor's Parcel. If a Final Subdivision includes Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property and Final Mapped Property planned for both residential and non- residential development, then the Intermediate Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property planned for residential development shall be calculated as described above based exclusively on the Acreage of the residential Final Mapped Property. Conversely, the Intermediate Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property planned for non-residential development shall be calculated as described above based exclusively on the Acreage of the non-residential Final Mapped Property. The CFD Administrator shall allocate the Acreage of each Assessor's Parcel in the Final Subdivision to residential and non-residential development based on the projected use of each such Assessor's Parcel. (b). Maximum Special Tax The Maximum Special Tax for Final Mapped Property shall be $10,768 per Acre. 3. Taxable Property Owner Association Property, Taxable Public Property, and Undeveloped Property. The Maximum Special Tax for Taxable Property Owner Association Property, Taxable Public Property, and Undeveloped Property shall be $10,768 per Acre. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-8 City of Rancho Cucamonga IV. APPORTIONMENT OF SPECIAL TAX For each Fiscal Year the Council shall determine the Special Tax Requirement and levy the Special Tax, taking into consideration the levy of the IA No. 2 Special Tax, until the amount of Special Taxes and IA No. 2 Special Taxes equals the Special Tax Requirement. The Special Tax shall be levied each Fiscal Year as follows: First: The Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Pamel of Developed Property in an amount equal to 100% of the applicable Assigned Special Tax; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. 2 RMA, the IA No. 2 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 2 Developed Property in an amount equal to 100% of the applicable IA No. 2 Assigned Special Tax; Second: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first step has been completed, the Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property at up to 100% of the Intermediate Special Tax for Final Mapped Property; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that um:ler the terms of the IA No. 2 RMA, the IA No. 2 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 2 Final Mapped Property at up to 100% of the IA No. 2 Intermediate Special Tax for iA No. 2 Final Mapped Property, with the levy on Final Mapped Property and IA No. 2 Final Mapped Property being Proportionate; Third: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first two steps have been completed, the Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Undeveloped Property at up to $7,500 per Acre; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. 2 RMA, the IA No. 2 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 2 Undeveloped Property at up to $7,500 per Acre, with the levy on Undeveloped property and IA No. 2 Undeveloped Property being Proportionate; Fourth: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first three steps have been completed, the Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property and Undeveloped Property at up to 100% of the Maximum Special Tax for Final Mapped Property and Undeveloped Property; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. 2 RMA, the IA No. 2 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 2 Final Mapped Property and IA No. 2 Undeveloped Property at up to 100% of the IA No. 2 Maximum Special Tax for IA No. 2 Final Mapped Property and IA No. 2 Undeveloped Property, with the levy on Final Mapped Property and Undeveloped Property and IA No. 2 Final Mapped Property and IA No. 2 Undeveloped Property being Proportionate; Fifth: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first four steps have been completed, then the levy of the Special Tax on each Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property whose Maximum Special Tax is determined through the application of the Backup Special Tax shall be increased in equal percentages from the Assigned Special Tax up to the Maximum Special Tax for each such Assessor's Parcel; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator ['hat under the terms of the IA No. 2 RMA, the levy of the IA No. 2 Special Tax on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 2 Developed Property whose IA No. 2 Maximum Special Tax Amended, June 13, 2001 C-9 City of Rancho Cucamonga is determined through the application of the IA No. 2 Backup Special Tax shall be increased in equal percentages from the IA No. 2 Assigned Special Tax up to the IA No. 2 Maximum Special Tax for each ~uch Assessor's Parcel, with the levy on' Developed Properly and IA No. 2 Developed Property being Proportionate; Sixth: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first five steps have been completed, then the Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property at up to the Maximum Special Tax for Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. 2 RMA, the IA No. 2 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 2 Taxable Property Owner Association Property or IA No. 2 Taxable Public Property at up to the IA No. 2 Maximum Special Tax for IA No. 2 Taxable Property Owner Association Property or IA No. 2 Taxable Public Property, with the levy on Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property and IA No. 2 Taxable Property Owner Association Property or IA No. 2 Taxable Public Property being Proportionate. Notwithstanding the above the Council may, in any Fiscal Year, levy Proportionately less than 100% of the Assigned Special Tax and the IA No. 2 Assigned Special Tax in step one of Section IV (above), when (i) the Council is no longer required to levy a Special Tax pursuant to steps two through six above and the Council is no longer required to levy an IA No. 2 Special Tax pursuant to steps two through six in Section IV of the IA No. 2 RMA in order to meet the Special Tax Requirement; (ii) all authorized IA No. I and IA No. 2 Bonds have already been issued or the Council has covenanted that it will not issue any additional IA No, 1 and IA No. 2 Bonds (except refunding bonds) to be supported by Special Taxes and IA No. 2 Special Taxes; and (iii) ail Authorized Facilities have been constructed and/or acquired. Further notwithstanding the above, under no circumstances will the Special Tax levied against any Assessor's Parcel of Residential Property for which an occupancy permit for private residential use has been issued be increased by more than ten percent as a consequence of ,delinquency or default by the owner of any other Assessor's Parcel within IA No. 1 or IA No. 2, except for those Residential Properties whose owners are also delinquent or in default on their Special Tax payments for one or more other properties within IA No. 1 or IA No. 2. V. MANNER OF COLLECTION Collection of the Special Tax shall be by the County in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem property taxes are collected and the Special Tax shall be subject to the same penalties and the same lien priority in the case of delinquency as ad valorem taxes; provided, however, that the Council may provide in the Indenture or in the Resolution of Issuance for (i) other means of collecting the Special Tax, including direct billings thereof to the property owners; and (ii) judicial foreclosure of delinquent Special Taxes. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-10 City of Rancho Cucamonga VI. DISCHARGE OF SPECIAL TAX OBLIGATION Property owners may prepay and permanently satisfy the Special Tax Obligation by a cash settlement with the City as permitted under Government Code Section 53344. Prepayment is permitted only under the following conditions: The following definition applies to this Section VI: "CFD Public Facilities Costs" means either $10,500,000 in 2001 dollars, which shall increase by the Construction Inflation Index on July 1, 2002, and on each July 1 thereafter, or such lower number as (i) shall be determined by the CFD Administrator as sufficient to acquire or construct the Authorized Facilities to be Financed by IA No. I and IA No. 2 under the authorized Mello-Roos financing program for CFD No. 2001-01, or (ii) shall be determined by the Council concurrently with a covenant that it will not issue any more IA No. I and IA No. 2 Bonds (except refunding bonds) to be supported by Special Taxes and IA No. 2 Special Taxes. "Construction Fund" means the fund (regardless of its name) established pursuant to the Indenture to hold funds, which are currently available for expenditure to acquire or construct the Authorized Facilities. "Construction Inflation Index" means the annual percentage change in the En.qineedn.q News-Record Building Cost Index for the City of Los Angeles, measured as of the calendar year, which ends in the previous Fiscal Year. In the event this index ceases to be published, the Inflation Index shall be another index as determined by the CFD Administrator that is reasonably comparable to the En.qineerin.q News-Record Building Cost Index for the City of Los Angeles. "Future Facilities Costs" means the CFD Public Facilities Costs minus (i) costs previoUsly paid from the Construction Fund to acquire or construct the Authorized Facilities, (ii) monies currently on deposit in the Construction Fund, and (iii) monies currently on deposit in an escrow or other earmarked fund that are expected to be available to finance Public Facilities Costs. "Outstanding Bonds" means all Previously Issued Bonds, which remain outstanding as of the first interest and/or principal payment date following the current Fiscal Year. "Previously Issued Bonds" means all IA No. I and IA No. 2 Bonds that have been issued prior to the date of prepayment. 1. Prepayment in Full The Special Tax Obligation applicable to an Assessor's Parcel in IA No. 1 may be prepaid and the obligation of the Assessor's Parcel to pay any Special Tax permanently satisfied as described herein, provided that a prepayment may be made with respect to a particular Assessor's Parcel only if there are no delinquent Special Taxes with respect to such Assessor's Parcel at the time of prepayment. An owner of an Assessor's Parcel intending to prepay the Special Tax Obligation shall provide the CFD Administrator with written notice of intent to prepay. The CFD Administrator shall provide the owner with a Amended, June 13, 2001 C-11 City of Rancho Cucamonga statement of the Prepayment Amount for such Assessor's Parcel within thidy (30) days of the request and may charge a reasonable fee for providing this service. Prepayment must be made not less than 60 days pdor to any redemption date for the IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Bonds to be redeemed with the proceeds of such prepaid Special Taxes. The Prepayment Amount (defined below) shall be calculated as summarized below (capitalized terms as defined below): Bond Redemption Amount plus Redemption Premium plus Future Facilities Prepayment Amount plus Defeasance Amount plus Administrative Fees and Expenses less Reserve Fund Credit less Capitalized Interest Credit Total: equals Prepayment Amount As of the proposed date of prepayment, the Prepayment Amount (defined below) shall be calculated as follows: Para_~ra~h No.: 1. Confirm that no Special Tax delinquencies apply to such Assessor's Parcel. 2. For Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property, compute the Assigned Special Tax and Backup Special Tax. For Assessor's Parcels of Final Mapped Property or Undeveloped Property for which a building permit has been issued, compute the Assigned Special Tax and Backup Special Tax for that Assessor's Parcel as though it was already designated as Developed Property, based upon the building permit which has already been issued for that Assessor's Parcel. For · Assessor's Parcels of Undeveloped Property compute the Maximum Special Tax. 3. (a) Divide the Assigned Special Tax computed pursuant to paragraph 2 by the total estimated Assigned Special Taxes for IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 based on the Developed Property Special-Taxes and IA No. 2 Developed Property Special Taxes which could be levied in the current Fiscal Year on all expected development through build-out of IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 as determined by the CFD Administrator, excluding any Assessor's Parcels for which the Special Tax Obligation has been prepaid, and (b) Divide the Backup Special Tax or Maximum Special Tax computed pursuant to paragraph 2 by the total estimated Backup Special Taxes and IA No. 2 Backup Special Taxes at build-out for IA No. 1 and IA No. 2, excluding any Assessor's Parcels for which the Special Tax Obligation has been prepaid. 4. Multiply the larger quotient computed pursuant to paragraph 3(a) or 3(b) by the Outstanding Bonds to compute the amount of Outstanding Bonds to be retired and prepaid (the "Bond Redemption Amount"). 5. Multiply the Bond Redemption Amount computed pursuant to paragraph 4 by the applicable redemption premium (expressed as a percentage), if any, on the Amended, June 13, 2001 C-12 City of Rancho Cucamonga Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed at the first available call date (the "Redemption Premium"). 6. Compute the currant Future Facilities Costs. 7. Multiply the larger quotient computed pursuant to paragraph 3(a) or 3(b) by the amount determined pursuant to paragraph 6 to compute the amount of Future Facilities Costs to be prepaid (the "Future Facilities Prepayment Amount"). 8. Compute the amount needed to pay interest on the Bond Redemption Amount from the first bond interest and/or principal payment date following the current Fiscal Year until the earliest redemption date for the Outstanding Bonds. 9. Compute the minimum amount the CFD Administrator reasonably expects to derive from the reinvestment of the Prepayment Amount less the Future Facilities Amount and the Administrative Fees and Expenses from the date of prepayment until the redemption date for the Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed with the prepayment. 10. Take the amount computed pursuant to paragraph 8 and subtract the amount computed pursuant to paragraph 9 (the "Defeasance Amount"). 11. Verify the administrative fees and expenses of IA No. I and IA No. 2, including the costs of computation of the prepayment, the costs to invest the prepayment proceeds, the costs of redeeming IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Bonds, and the costs of recording any notices to evidence the prepayment and the redemption (the "Prepayment Administrative Fees and Expenses"). 12. If reserve funds for the Outstanding Bonds, if any, are at or above 100% of the reserve requirement (as defined in the Indenture) on the prepayment date, a · reserve fund credit shall be calculated as a reduction in the applicable reserve fund for the Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed pursuant to the prepayment (the "Reserve Fund Credit"). No Reserve Fund Credit shall be granted if reserve funds are below 100% of the reserve requirement. 13. If any capitalized interest for the Outstanding Bonds will not have been expended at the time of the first interest and/or principal payment following the current Fiscal Year, a capitalized interest credit shall be calculated by multiplying the larger quotient computed pursuant to paragraph 3(a) or 3(b) by the expected balance in the capitalized interest fund after such first interest and/or principal payment (the "Capitalized Interest Credit"). 14. The Special Tax Obligation is equal to the sum of the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 4, 5, 7, 10, and 11, less the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 12 and 13 (the "Prepayment Amount"). 15. From the Prepayment Amount, the sum of the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 4, 5, 10, 12, and 13 shall be deposited into the appropriate fund as established under the Indenture and be used to retire Outstanding Bonds or make Debt Service payments. The amount computed pursuant to paragraph 7 Amended, June 13, 2001 C-13 City of Rancho Cucamonga shall be deposited into the Construction Fund. The amount computed pursuant to paragraph 11 shall be retained by CFD No. 2001-01. The Prepayment Amount may be sufficient to redeem an amount other than a $5,000 increment of IA No. I and IA No. 2 Bonds. In such cases, the increment above $5,000 or integral multiple thereof will be retained in the appropriate fund established under the Indenture to redeem IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Bonds be used with the next prepayment of IA No. I and IA No. 2 Bonds. The CFD Administrator will confirm that all previously levied Special taxes have been paid in full. With respect to any Assessor's Parcel that is prepaid in full, once the CFD Administrator has confirmed that all previously levied Special taxes have been paid, the Council shall cause a suitable notice to be recorded in compliance with the Act, to indicate the prepayment of Special Taxes and the release of the Special Tax lien on such Assessor's Parcel, and the obligation of such Assessor's Parcel to pay the Special Tax shall cease. Notwithstanding the foregoing, no Special Tax prepayment shall be allowed unless the aggregate amount of Maximum Special Taxes and IA No. 2 Maximum Special Taxes that may be levied on Taxable Property and IA No. 2 Taxable Property, respectively, after the proposed prepayment is at least 1.1 times the maximum annual Debt Service on all Outstanding Bonds. 2. Prepayment in Part The Special Tax on an Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property, or an Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Proper[7 or Undeveloped Pmperfy for which a building permit has been issued may be partially prepaid. The amount of the prepayment shall be calculated as in Section VI.l; except that a partial prepayment shall be calculated according to the following formula: PP= PEXF. These terms have the following meaning: PP = the partial prepayment PE = the Prepayment Amount calculated according to Section VI.1 F = the percentage by which the owner of the Assessor's Parcel(s) is partially prepaying the Special Tax. The owner of any Assessor's Parcel who desires such prepayment shall notify the CFD Administrator of (i) such owner's intent to partially prepay the Special Tax, (ii) the percentage by which the Special Tax shall be prepaid, and (iii) the company or agency that will be acting as the escrow agent, if any. The CFD Administrator shall provide the owner with a statement of the amount required for the partial prepayment of the Special Tax for an Assessor's Parcel within thirty (30) days of the request and may charge a reasonable fee for providing this service. With respect to any Assessor's Parcel that is partially prepaid, the City shall (i) distribute the funds remitted to it according to Section VI.l, and (ii) indicate in the records of CFD No. 2001-01 that there has been a partial prepayment of the Special Tax and that a Amended, June 13, 2001 C-14 City of Rancho Cucamonga portion of the Special Tax with respect to such Assessor's Parcel, equal to the outstanding pementage (1.00 - F) of the remaining Maximum Annual Special Tax, shall continue to be levied on such Assessor's Parcel pursuant to Section IV. VII. TERM OF "SPECIAL TAX" The Special Tax shall be levied for a period not to exceed fifty years commencing with Fiscal Year 2002-2003, provided however that Special Taxes will cease to be levied in an earlier Fiscal Year if the CFD Administrator has determined (i) that all required interest and principal payments on the IA No. I and IA No. 2 Bonds have been paid; and (ii) all facilities have been acquired and all reimbursements to the developer have been paid pursuant to the Construction Agreement. VIII. EXEMPTIONS No Special Tax shall be levied on up to 62.15 Acres of Property Owner Association Property or Public Property. Tax-exempt status will be assigned by the CFD Administrator in the chronological order in which property becomes Property Owner Association Property or Public Property. However, should an Assessor's Parcel no longer be classified as Property Owner Association Property or Public Property, its status as a property exempt from the levy of Special Taxes will be revoked. Property Owner Association Property or Public Property that is not exempt from Special Taxes under this section shall be subject to the levy of the Special Tax and shall be taxed as part of the sixth step in Section IV above, at up to 100% of the applicable Maximum Special Tax for Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-15 City of Rancho Cucamonga CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 AMENDED RATE AND METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT OF SPECIAL TAX FOR IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 2 A Special Tax shall be levied on all Taxable Property in Improvement Area No. 2 of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01 (IA No. 2) and collected each Fiscal Year commencing in Fiscal Year 2002-2003 according to the tax liability determined by the Council, through the application of the rate and method of apportionment of the Special Tax set forth below. All Taxable Property shall be taxed to the extent and in the manner herein provided. III. DEFINITIONS This Amended Rate and Method of Apportionment employs terms defined below and terms defined in the Rate and Method of Apportionment for Improvement Area No. 1 of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01 ("lA No. 1"). When necessary, terms defined in the latter shall be distinguished from terms defined in the former by including the words "IA No. 1" prior to the defined term. The terms hereinafter set forth have the following meanings: "Acre or Acreage" means the land area of an Assessor's Parcel as shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map, or if the land area is not shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map, the land area shown on the applicable final map, parcel map, condominium plan, or other recorded County parcel map. The square footage of an Assessor's Parcel is equal to the Acreage of such parcel multiplied by 43,560. "Act" means the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, being Chapter 2.5 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code of the State of California. "Administrative Fees" or "Administrative Expenses" means the following actual or reasonably estimated costs directly related to the administration of IA No. 1 and IA No. 2: the costs of computing the IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Special Taxes; the costs of preparing the annual IA No. 1 Special Tax and IA No. 2 Special Tax collection schedules (whether by the City or designee thereof or both); the costs of collecting the IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Special Taxes (whether by the City, the County or otherwise); the costs of remitting the IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 Special Taxes to the Trustee; the costs of the Trustee (including its legal counsel) in the discharge of the duties required of it under the Indenture; the costs to the City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof complying with arbitrage rebate requirements; the costs to the City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof complying with disclosure requirements of the City or CFD No. 2001-01 associated with applicable Federal and State securities laws and the Act; the costs associated with preparing IA No. 1 and/or IA No. 2 Special Tax disclosure statements and responding to public inquiries regarding the IA No. I and/or IA No. 2 Special Taxes; the costs to the City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof related to an appeal of the IA No. 1 and/or the IA No. 2 Special Tax; the costs associated with the release of funds from an Amended, June 13, 2001 C-16 City of Rancho Cucamonga escrow account; and the City's annual administration fees and third pady expenses. Administrative Expenses shall also include amounts estimated or advanced by the City or CFD No. 2001-01 for any other administrative purposes of IA No. 1 and/or IA No. 2, including attorney's fees and other costs related to commencing and pursuing any foreclosure of delinquent Special Taxes in IA No. 1. Under no circumstances shall the Administrative Expenses include costs related to commencing and pursuing any foreclosure of delinquent Special Taxes in IA No. 2. "Apartment Property" means any Assessor's Parcel of Residential Property that consists of a building or buildings comprised of attached residential units available for rental, but not purchase, by the general public and which are under common management. "Assessor" means the Assessor of the County of San Bernardino. "Assessor's Parcel" means a lot or parcel shown in an Assessor's Parcel Map with an assigned Assessor's parcel number. "Assigned Special Tax" means the Special Tax for each Land Use Class of Developed Property, as determined in accordance with Section III below. "Authorized Facilities" means those improvements, as listed on Exhibit "A" to the Construction Agreement. "Backup Special Tax" means the Special Tax applicable to each Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property, as determined in accordance with Section III below. "Bond Share" means the share of Bonds assigned to a Taxable Parcel as specified in Section VI. "Bonds" means any bonds or other indebtedness (as defined in the Act) of CFD No. 2001-01 for Improvement Area No. 1 or Improvement Area No. 2, whether in one or more series, secured by the levy of Special Taxes. "CFD No. 2001-0t" means the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01. "CFD Administrator" means an official of the City, or designee thereof, responsible for determining the Special Tax Requirement and for levying and collecting the Special Taxes. "City" means the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California. "Construction Agreement" means the Construction Agreement for IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 that was approved by the Council on June 20, 2001, as it may be modified or supplemented from time to time. "Council" means the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga acting as the legislative body of the CFD under the Act. "County" means the County of San Bernardino, California. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-17 City of Rancho Cucamonga "Debt Service" means for each Fiscal Year, the total amount of principal and interest payable on any Bonds, notes or certificates of participation of the CFD during the calendar year commencing on January 1 of such Fiscal Year. "Developed Property" means for each Fiscal Year, all Taxable Property, exclusive of Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property, for which a building permit for new construction or renovations was issued prior to January 1 of the previous Fiscal Year. "Extraordinary Special Tax" means a Special Tax levied ~n any Fiscal Year as necessary to satisfy the Extraordinary Special Tax Requirement. "Extraordinary Special Tax Requirement" means that amount required in any Fiscal Year to: (i) pay Administrative Expenses related to commencing and pursuing any foreclosure of delinquent Special Taxes in IA No. 2. (ii) pay any amounts required to establish or replenish any reserve funds for all Outstanding Bonds due to delinquencies in the payment of Special Taxes levied in IA No. 2; and (iii) pay for reasonably anticipated delinquent Special Taxes based on the delinquency rate for Special Taxes levied in the previous Fiscal Year in IA No. 2; less (iv) a credit for funds available to reduce the Extraordinary Special Tax levy, as determined by the CFD Administrator pursuant to the Indenture. Under no circumstances shall the Extraordinary Special Tax Requirement be impacted by delinquencies in the payment of Special Taxes by Assessor's Parcels in IA No. 1. "Final Mapped Property" means, for each Fiscal Year, all Taxable Property, exclusive of Developed Property, Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property, which as of January I of the previous Fiscal Year was located within a Final Subdivision. The term "Final Mapped Property" shall include any parcel map or subdivision map or portion thereof that creates individual lots for which a building permit may be issued, including parcels that are designated as a remainder parcel. "Final Subdivision" means a subdivision of property within (i) a final map, or portion thereof approved by the City pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act (California Government Code Section 66410 et seq.) and recorded with the County Recorder that creates individual lots for which building permits may be issued, or (ii) for condominiums, a final map, or portion thereof, approved by the City and a condominium plan recorded pursuant to California Civil Code Section 1352 that creates individual lots for which building permits may be issued. "Fiscal Year" means the period starting on July I and ending the following June 30. "Improvement Area No. '1" or "lA No. 1" means Improvement Area No. I of CFD No. 2001-01, as identified on the boundary map for CFD No. 2001-01. "Improvement Area No. 2" or "IA No. 2" means Improvement Area No. 2 of CFD No. 2001-01, as identified on the boundary map for CFD No. 2001-01. "Indenture" means the indenture, fiscal agent agreement, resolution or other instrument pursuant to which Bonds are issued, as modified, amended and/or supplemented from time to time, and any instrument replacing or supplementing the same. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-18 City of Rancho Cucamonga "Intermediate Special Tax" means the Special Tax applicable to each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property, as determined in accordance with Section Ill below. "Land Use Class" means any of the classes listed in Table 1. "Maximum Annual Special Tax" means the greatest amount of Special Tax, determined in accordance with Section Ill below, which may'be levied in any Fiscal Year on any Assessor's Parcel based on its Land Use classification. "Multi-Family Residential (MFR)" means Residential property that shares a common wall between one or more residential units, or a parcel that contains more than one Single Family Residence. "Non-Residential Floor Area" means all of the square footage of usable area within the perimeter of a non-residential structure, not including any carport, walkway, garage, overhang, or similar area. The determination of Non-Residential Floor Area shall be made by reference to the building permit(s) issued for such Assessor's Parcel. "Non-Residential Property" means all Developed Property for which a building permit(s) was issued for a non-residential use. "Other Residential Property" means all Developed Property for which a building permit(s) was issued for a residential use. "Outstanding Bonds" mean all Bonds, which are deemed to be outstanding under the Indenture. "Parcel" means any County of San Bemardino Assessor's Parcel that is within the boundaries of the CFD, based on the equalized tax rolls of the County of San Bernardino as of January 1 in the prior Fiscal Year. "Partial Prepayment" means a prepayment of a portion of the Special Tax Obligation applicable to a Parcel of Taxable Property as set forth in Section VII. "Property Owner Association Property" means any property within the boundaries of IA No. 2 owned in fee, dedicated to or subject to an easement benefiting a property owner association, including any master or sub-association. However, notwithstanding the above, any of such property which constitutes the ~pad-area" located directly under a residential or non-residential building shall not be considered Property Owner Association Property. "Proportionately" or "Proportionate" means, for Developed Property and IA No. 1 Developed Property, that the ratio of the actual Special Tax levy to the Assigned Special Tax is equal for all Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property and IA No. I Developed Property. For Undeveloped Property and IA No. I Undeveloped Property, "Proportionately" means that the ratio of the actual Special Tax levies per Acre to the Maximum Special Tax per Acre is equal for all Assessor's Parcels of Undeveloped Property and IA No. I Undeveloped Property. The term "Proportionately" may similarly be applied to other categories of Taxable Property as listed in Section IV below. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-19 City of Rancho Cucamonga "Public Prope~'y" means any property within the boundaries of IA No. 2 the ownership of which is transferred to a public agency on or after the date of formation of CFD No. 2001-02 and is used for rights-of-way or any other purpose and is owned by or dedicated to the federal government, the State of California, the County, the City or any other public agency; provided however that any property owned by a public agency and leased to a private entity and subject to taxation under Section 53340.1 of the Act shall be taxed and classified in accordance with its use. "Residential Property" means all Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property for which a building permit has been issued for purposes of constructing one or more residential dwelling units. "Resolution of Formation" means the Resolution passed by the Council authorizing the formation of CFD No. 2001-01. "Resolution of Issuance" means the Resolution passed by the Council authorizing the issuance of bonds. "RMA" means this Rate and Method of Apportionment. "Special Tax" means any tax levied within the CFD pursuant to the Act and this Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Tax. "Special Tax Obligation" means the total obligation of a Taxable Parcel to pay the Special Tax for the remaining life of the CFD. "Special Tax Requirement" means that amount required in any Fiscal Year to: (i) pay Debt Service on all Outstanding Bonds; (ii) pay periodic costs on the Outstanding Bonds, including but not limited to, credit enhancement and rebate payments on the Outstanding Bonds; (iii) pay Administrative Expenses; (iv) accumulate funds to pay directly for acquisition or construction of Authorized Facilities, (v) pay any amounts required to establish or replenish any reserve funds for all Outstanding Bonds due to delinquencies in the payment of Special Taxes levied in IA No. 1; and (vi) pay for reasonably anticipated delinquent Special Taxes based on the delinquency rate for Special Taxes levied in the previous Fiscal Year in IA No. 1; less (vii) a credit for funds available to reduce the annual Special Tax levy, as determined by the CFD Administrator pursuant to the Indenture. Under no circumstances shall the Special Tax Requirement be impacted by delinquencies in the payment of Special Taxes by Assessor's Parcels in IA No. 2. "State" means the State of California. "Taxable Property" means all of the Assessor's Parcels within the boundaries of IA No. 2, which are not exempt from the levy of Special Tax pursuant to law or Section IX below. "Taxable Property Owner Association Property" means all Assessor's Parcels of Property Owner Association Property within IA No. I and IA No. 2 that are not exempt from the levy of the Special Tax pursuant to Section IX below. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-20 City of Rancho Cucamonga "Taxable Public Property" means all Assessor's Pamels of Public Property that are not exempt from the levy of the Special Tax pursuant to Section IX below. "Tax-Exempt Parcel" means, as of January I of each year, (i) any parcel owned by a governmental entity, or irrevocably offered for dedication to a governmental entity, (ii) any Parcel which constitutes public right-of-way or which is encumbered by an unmanned utility easement, making impractical its utilization for other than the purpose set forth in the easement, or (iii) any Parcel assigned a zero value by the San Bernardino County Assessor. Notwithstanding the foregoing, (i) a Taxable Parcel acquired by a public entity after the adoption of the Resolution of Formation by means of negotiated transaction, or by gift or devise, or by eminent domain proceedings, shall remain a Taxable Parcel, and (ii) if a public agency owning a Tax-Exempt Parcel, including a Tax-Exempt Parcel held in trust for any beneficiary, grants a leasehold or other possessory interest in the parcel to a non-exempt person or entity, the Special Tax shall be levied on the leasehold or possessory interest and shall be payable by the owner of the leasehold or possessory interest. Tax-Exempt Parcels include the specific parcels, or their successor parcels. "Trustee" means the trustee or fiscal agent under the Indenture. "Undeveloped Property" means, for each Fiscal Year, all Taxable Property not classified as Developed Property, Final Mapped Property, Taxable Property Owner Association Property, or Taxable Public Property. IV. CLASSIFICATION OF PARCELS Each Fiscal Year, all Taxable Property within IA No. 2 shall be classified as Developed Properly, Final Mapped Property, Taxable Property Owner Association Property, Taxable Public Property, or Undeveloped Property, and all such Taxable Property shall be subject to Special Taxes in accordance with the rate and method of apportionment determined pursuant to Sections III, IV, and V below. III MAXIMUM SPECIAL TAX RATE 1. Developed Property (a). Maximum Special Tax The Maximum Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel classified as Developed Property shall be the greater of (i) the amount derived by application of the Assigned Special Tax or (ii) the amount derived by application of the Backup Special Tax. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-21 City of Rancho Cucamonga (b). Assigned Special Tax The Assigned Special Tax for each Land Use Class is shown in Table 1. TABLE 1 Assigned Special Taxes for Developed Property Improvement Area No. 2 Land Use Description Assigned Special Tax Class 1 Apartment Property $237 per unit 2 Other Residential $10,768 per Acre Property 3 Non-Residential $0.63 per square foot of Non- Property Residential Floor Area (c). Multiple Land Use Classes In some instances an Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property may contain moro than one Land Use Class. The Assigned Special Tax levied on an Assessor's Parcel shall be the sum of the Assigned Special Taxes for all Land Use Classes located on that Assessor's Parcel. The Maximum Special Tax that can be levied on an Assessor's Parcel shall be the sum of the Maximum Special Taxes that can be levied for all Land Use Classes located on that Assessor's Parcel derived by application of the Backup Special Tax. For an Assessor's Parcel that contains both Residential Property and Non-Residential Property, the Acroage of such Assessor's Parcel shall be allocated to each type of property based on the amount of Acroage designated for each Land Use Class as determined by reference to the site plan approved for such Assessor's Parcel. The CFD Administrator's allocation to each type of properly shall be final. (d). Backup Special Tax The Backup Special Tax shall equal $10,061 per Acre. 2. Final Mapped Property (a). Intermediate Special Tax The Intermediate Special Tax shall only be levied on Assessor's Parcels of Final Mapped Property. To compute the Intermediate Special Tax attributable to a Final Subdivision, the Acreage of all Developed Property Amended, June 13, 2001 C-22 City of Rancho Cucamonga and Final Mapped Property within that Final Subdivision shall be multiplied by $7,500. The Intermediate Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property planned for residential development shall then be computed by dividing the Intermediate Special Tax attributable to the applicable Final Subdivision by the total number of Assessor's Parcels planned for residential development within that Final Subdivision (i.e., the number or residential lots). The Intermediate Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property in a Final Subdivision planned exclusively for non-residential development shall equal $7,500 multiplied by the Acreage of such Assessor's Parcel. If a Final Subdivision includes Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property and Final Mapped Property planned for both residential and non- residential development, then the Intermediate Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property planned for residential development shall be calculated as described above based exclusively on the Acreage of the residential Final Mapped Property. Conversely, the Intermediate Special Tax for each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property planned for non-residential development shall be calculated as described above based exclusively on the Acreage of the non-residential Final Mapped Property. The CFD Administrator shall allocate the Acreage of each Assessor's Parcel in the Final Subdivision to residential and non-residential development based on the projected use of each such Assessor's Parcel. (b). Maximum Special Tax The Maximum Special Tax for Final Mapped Property shall be $10,768 per Acre. 3. -Taxable Property Owner Association Property, Taxable Public Property, and Undeveloped Property The Maximum Special Tax for Taxable Property Owner Association Property, Taxable Public Property, and Undeveloped Property shall be $10,768 per Acre. IV. APPORTIONMENT OF SPECIAL TAX For each Fiscal Year the Council shall determine the Special Tax Requirement and levy the Special Tax, taking into consideration the levy of the IA No. 1 Special Tax, until the amount of Special Taxes and IA No. 1 Special Taxes equals the Special Tax Requirement. The Special Tax shall be levied each Fiscal Year as follows: First: The Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property in an amount equal to 100% of the applicable Assigned Special Tax; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. 1 RMA, the IA No. 1 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 1 Developed Property in an amount equal to 100% of the applicable IA No. 1 Assigned Special Tax; Amended, June13, 2001 C-23 City of Rancho Cucamonga /'~ ~ Second: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first step has been completed, the Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property at up to 100% of the Intermediate Special Tax for Final Mapped Property; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. 1 RMA, the IA No. 1 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 1 Final Mapped Property at up to 100% of the IA No. 1 Intermediate Special Tax for IA No. 1 Final Mapped Property, with the levy on Final Mapped Property and IA No. I Final Mapped Property being Proportionate; Third: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first two steps have been completed, the Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Undeveloped Property at up to $7,500 per Acre; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. 1 RMA, the IA No. 1 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. I Undeveloped Property at up to $7,500 per Acre, with the levy on Undeveloped Property and IA No. 1 Undeveloped Property being Proportionate; Fourth: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first three steps have been completed, the Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property and Undeveloped Property at up to 100% of the Maximum Special Tax for Final Mapped Property and Undeveloped Property; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. IRMA, the IA No. I Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 1 Final Mapped Property and IA No. I Undeveloped Property at up to 100% of the IA No. 1 Maximum Special Tax for IA No. 1 Final Mapped Property and IA No. 1 Undeveloped Property, with the levy on Final Mapped Property and Undeveloped Property and IA No. 1 Final Mapped Property and IA No. I Undeveloped Property being Proportionate; Fifth: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first four steps have been completed, then the levy of the Special Tax on each Assessor's Parcel of Developed Properly whose Maximum Special Tax is determined through the application of the Backup Special Tax shall be increased in equal percentages from the Assigned Special Tax up to the Maximum Special Tax for each such Assessor's Parcel; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. 1 RMA, the levy of the IA No. I Special Tax on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. I Developed Property whose IA No. I Maximum Special Tax is determined through the application of the IA No. 1 Backup Special Tax shall be increased in equal percentages from the IA No. I Assigned Special Tax up to the IA No. 1 Maximum Special Tax for each such Assessor's Parcel, with the levy on Developed Property and IA No. 1 Developed Property being Proportionate; Sixth: If additional monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first five steps have been completed, then the Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property at up to the Maximum Special Tax for Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property; and the Council shall be notified by the CFD Administrator that under the terms of the IA No. IRMA, the IA No. 1 Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of IA No. 1 Taxable Property Owner Association Property or IA No. I Taxable Public Property at up to the IA No. I Maximum Special Tax for IA No. I Taxable Property Owner Association Property or IA No. I Taxable Public Property, with the levy on Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Amended, June 13, 2001 C-24 City of Rancho Cucamonga Public Property and IA No. I Taxable Property Owner Association Property or IA No. 1 Taxable Public Property being Proportionate. Notwithstanding the above the Council may, in any Fiscal Year, levy Proportionately less than 100% of the Assigned Special Tax and the IA No. 1 Assigned Special Tax in step one of Section IV (above), when (i) the Council is no longer required to levy a Special Tax pursuant to steps two through six above and the Council is no longer required to levy an IA No. 1 Special Tax pursuant to steps two through six in Section IV of the IA No. 1 RMA in order to meet the Special Tax Requirement; (ii) all authorized Bonds have already been issued or the Council has covenanted that it will not issue any additional Bonds (except refunding bonds) to be supported by Special Taxes and IA No. 1 Special Taxes; and (iii) all Authorized Facilities have been constructed and/or acquired. Further notwithstanding the above, under no circumstances will the Special Tax levied against any Assessor's Parcel of Residential Property for which an occupancy permit for private residential use has been issued be increased by more than ten percent as a consequence of delinquency or default by the owner of any other Assessor's Parcel within IA No. 1 or IA No. 2, except for those Residential Properties whose owners are also delinquent or in default on their Special Tax payments for one or more other properties within IA No. 1 or IA No. 2. V. EXTRAORDINARY SPECIAL TAX An Extraordinary Special Tax shall be levied in any Fiscal Year in which an Extraordinary Special Tax Requirement has been established, and shall be levied in addition to the Special Tax that was already levied as described under Section IV to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement. The Extraordinary Special Tax shall be levied in a manner consistent with the terms of the Apportionment of Special Tax in Section iV by continuing to levy Special Taxes on Assessor's Parcels in IA No. 2 only, according to the steps listed in Section IV, until the total Special Taxes levied within IA No. I and IA No. 2 satisfy both the Special Tax Requirement and the Extraordinary Special Tax Requirement. However, the Extraordinary Special Tax shall only be levied on Assessors Parcels in IA No. 2, and shall not be levied on Assessor's Parcels in IA No. 1, the Proportionate allocation of Special Taxes between iA No. 1 and IA No. 2 under the terms of the Apportionment of the Special Tax shall not apply to the levy of the Extraordinary Special Tax. VI. MANNER OF COLLECTION Collection of the Special Tax and the Extraordinary Special Tax shall be by the County in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem property taxes are collected and the Special Tax shall be subject to the same penalties and the same lien priority in the case of delinquency as ad valorem taxes; provided, however, that the Council may provide in the Indenture or in the Resolution of Issuance for (i) other means of collecting the Special Tax, including direct billings thereof to the property owners and (ii) judicial foreclosure of delinquent Special Taxes. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-25 City of Rancho Cucamonga VII. DISCHARGE OF SPECIAL TAX OBLIGATION Property owners may prepay and permanently satisfy the Special Tax Obligation by a cash settlement with the City as permitted under Government Code Section 53344. Prepayment is permitted only under the following conditions: The following definition applies to this Section VII: "CFD Public Facilities Costs" means either $10,50/0,000 in 2001 dollars, which shall increase by the Construction Inflation Index on July 1, 2002, and on each July 1 thereafter, or such lower number as (i) shall be determined by the CFD Administrator as sufficient to acquire or construct the Authorized Facilities to be financed by IA No. I and IA No. 2 under the authorized Mello-Roos financing program for CFD No. 2001-01, or (ii) shall be determined by the Council concurrently with a covenant that it wilt not issue any more Bonds (except refunding bonds) to be supported by Special Taxes and IA No. 1 Special Taxes. "Construction Fund" means the fund (regardless of its name) pursuant to the Indenture to hold funds, which are currently available for expenditure to acquire or construct the Authorized Facilities. "Construction Inflation Index" means the annual percentage change in the En.qineerinR News-Record Building Cost Index for the City of Los Angeles, measured as of the calendar year, which ends in the previous Fiscal Year. In the event this index ceases to be published, the inflation Index shall be another index as determined by the CFD Administrator that is reasonably comparable to the En.qineerin.q News-Record Building Cost Index for the City of Los Angeles. "Future Facilities Costs" means the CFD Public Facilities Costs minus (i) costs previously paid from the Construction Fund to acquire or construct the ,Authorized Facilities, (ii) monies currently on deposit in the Construction Fund, and (iii) monies currently on deposit in an escrow or other earmarked fund that are expected to be available to finance CFD Public Facilities Costs. "Outstanding Bonds" means all Previously Issued Bonds, which remain outstanding as of the first interest and/or principal payment date following the current Fiscal Year. "Previously Issued Bonds" means all Bonds that have been issued prior to the date of prepayment. 1. Prepayment in Full The Special Tax Obligation applicable to an Assessor's Parcel in IA No. 2 may be prepaid and the obligation of the Assessor's Parcel to pay any Special Tax permanently satisfied as described herein, provided that a prepayment may be made with respect to a particular Assessor's Parcel only if them are no delinquent Special Taxes with respect to such Assessor's Parcel at the time of prepayment. An owner of an Assessor's Parcel Amended, June 13, 2001 C-26 City of Rancho Cucamo~ga intending to prepay the Special Tax Obligation shall provide the CFD Administrator with written notice of intent to prepay. The CFD Administrator shall provide the owner with a statement of the Prepayment Amount for such Assessor's Parcel within thirty (30) days of the request and may charge a reasonable fee for providing this service. Prepayment must be made not less than 60 days prior to any redemption date for the Bonds to be redeemed with the proceeds of such prepaid Special Taxes. The Prepayment Amount (defined below) shall be calculated as summarized below (capitalized terms as defined below): Bond Redemption Amount plus Redemption Premium plus Future Facilities Prepayment Amount plus Defeasance Amount plus Administrative Fees and Expenses less Reserve Fund Credit less Capitalized Interest Credit Total: equals Prepayment Amount As of the proposed date of prepayment, the Prepayment Amount (defined below) shall be calculated as follows: Para_clraph No.: 1. Confirm that no Special Tax delinquencies apply to such Assessor's Parcel. 2. For Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property, compute the Assigned Special Tax and Backup Special Tax. For Assessor's Parcels of Final Mapped Property or Undeveloped Property for which a building permit has been issued, compute the Assigned Special Tax and Backup Special Tax for that Assessor's Parcel as though it was already designated as Developed Property, based upon the building permit which has already been issued for that Assessor's Parcel. For Assessor's Parcels of Undeveloped Property compute the Maximum Special Tax. 3. (a) Divide the Assigned Special Tax computed pursuant to paragraph 2 by the total estimated Assigned Special Taxes for IA No. 1 and IA No. 2 based on the Developed Property Special Taxes and IA No. I Developed Property Special Taxes which could be levied in the current Fiscal Year on all expected developr~ent through build-out of IA No. I and iA No. 2 as determined by the CFD Administrator, excluding any Assessor's Parcels for which the Special Tax Obligation has been prepaid, and (b) Divide the Backup Special Tax or Maximum Special Tax computed pursuant to paragraph 2 by the total estimated Backup Special Taxes and IA No. I Backup Special Taxes at build-out for iA No. I and IA No. 2, excluding any Assessor's Parcels for which the Special Tax Obligation has been prepaid. 4. Multiply the larger quotient computed pursuant to paragraph 3(a) or 3(b) by the Outstanding Bonds to compute the amount of Outstanding Bonds to be retired and prepaid (the "Bond Redemption Amount"). Amended, June 13, 2001 C-27 City of Rancho Cucamonga /43 5. Multiply the Bond Redemption Amount computed pursuant to paragraph 4 by the applicable redemption premium (expressed as a percentage), if any, on the Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed (the "Redemption Premium"). 6. Compute the current Future Facilities Costs. 7. Multiply the larger quotient computed pursuant to paragraph 3(a) or 3(b) by the amount determined pursuant to paragraph 6 to compute the amount of Future Facilities Costs to be prepaid (the "Future Facilities Prepayment Amount"). 8. Compute the amount needed to pay interest on the Bond Redemption Amount from the first bond interest and/or principal payment date following the currant Fiscal Year until the earliest redemption date for the Outstanding Bonds. 9. Compute the minimum amount the CFD Administrator reasonably expects to derive from the reinvestment of the Prapayment Amount less the Future Facilities Amount and the Administrative Fees and Expenses from the date of prepayment until the redemption date for the Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed with the prepayment. 10. Take the amount computed pursuant to paragraph 8 and subtract the amount computed pursuant to paragraph 10 (the "Defeasance Amount"). 11. Verify the administrative fees and expenses of IA No. 1 and IA No. 2, including the costs of computation of the prepayment, the costs to invest the prapayment proceeds, the costs of redeeming Bonds, and the costs of recording any notices to evidence the prepayment and the redemption (the "Prepayment Administrative Fees and Expenses"). 12. If reserve funds for the Outstanding Bonds, if any, ara at or above 100% of the reserve requirement (as defined in the Indenture) on the prepayment date, a reserve fund credit shall be calculated as a reduction in the applicable reserve fund for the Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed pursuant to the prepayment (the "Reserve Fund Credit"). No Reserve Fund Credit shall be granted if reserve funds are below 100% of the reserve raquirement. 13 If any capitalized interest for the Outstanding Bonds will not have been expended at the time of the first interest and/or principal payment following the current Fiscal Year, a capitalized interest credit shall be calculated by multiplying the larger quotient computed pursuant to paragraph 3(a) or 3(b) by the expected balance in the capitalized interest fund after such first interest and/or principal payment (the "Capitalized Interest Credit"). 14. The Special Tax Obligation is equal to the sum of the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 4, 5, 7, 10, and 11, less the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 12 and 13 (the "Prepayment Amount"). 15. From the Prepayment Amount, the sum of the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 4, 5, 10, 12, and 13 shall be deposited into the appropriate fund as established under the Indenture and be used to retire Outstanding Bonds or make Debt Service payments. The amount computed pursuant to paragraph 7 Amended, June 13, 2001 C-28 City of Rancho Cucamonga shall be deposited into the Construction Fund. The amount computed pursuant to paragraph 11 shall be retained by CFD No. 2001-01. The Prepayment Amount may be sufficient to redeem an amount other than a $5,000 increment of Bonds. In such cases, the increment above $5,000 or integral multiple thereof will be retained in the appropriate fund established under the Indenture to be used to redeem Bonds with the next prepayment of Bonds. The CFD Administrator will confirm that all previously levied Special Taxes have been paid in full. With respect to any Assessor's Parcel that is prepaid in full, once the CFD Administrator has confirmed that all previously levied Special Taxes have been paid, the Council shall cause a suitable notice to be recorded in compliance with the Act, to indicate the prepayment of Special Taxes and the release of the Special Tax lien on such Assessor's Parcel, and the obligation of such Assessor's Pamel to pay the Special Tax shall cease. Notwithstanding the foregoing, no Special Tax prepayment shall be allowed unless the aggregate amount of Maximum Special Taxes and IA No. 1 Maximum Special Taxes that may be levied on Taxable Property and IA No. I Taxable Property, respectively, after the proposed prepayment is at least 1.1 times the maximum annual Debt Service on all Outstanding Bonds. 2. Prepayment in Part The Special Tax on an Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property, or an Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property or Undeveloped Property for which a building permit has been issued may be partially prepaid. The amount of the prepayment shall be calculated as in Section VII.l; except that a partial prepayment shall be calculated accordin9 to the following formula: PP = PE x F. These terms have the following meaning: PP = the partial prepayment PE = the Prepayment Amount calculated according to Section VII.1 F = the percentage by which the owner of the Assessor's Parcel(s) is partially prepaying the Special Tax. The owner of any Assessor's Parcel who desires such prepayment shall notify the CFD Administrator of (i) such owner's intent to partially prepay the Special Tax, (ii) the percentage by which the Special Tax shall be prepaid, and (iii) the company or agency that will be acting as the escrow agent, if any. The CFD Administrator shall provide the owner with a statement of the amount required for the partial prepayment of the Special Tax for an Assessor's Parcel within thirty (30) days of the request and may charge a reasonable fee for providing this service. With respect to any Assessor's Parcel that is partially prepaid, the City shall (i) distribute the funds remitted to it according to Section VII.l, and (ii) indicate in the records of CED No. 2001-01 that there has been a partial prepayment of the Special Tax and that a Amended, June 13, 2001 C-29 City of Rancho Cucamonga portion of the Special Tax with respect to such Assessor's Parcel, equal to the outstanding percentage (1.00 - F) of the remaining Maximum Annual Special Tax, shall continue to be levied on such Assessor's Parcel pursuant to Section IV. VIII TERM OF "SPECIAL TAX" The Special Tax shall be levied for a pedod not to exceed fifty years commencing with Fiscal Year 2002-2003, provided however that Special Taxes will cease to be levied in an earlier Fiscal Year if the CFD Administrator has determined (i) that all required interest and principal payments on the Bonds have been paid; and (ii) all facilities have been acquired and all reimbursements to the developer have been paid pursuant to the Construction. IX. EXEMPTIONS No Special Tax shall be levied on up 12.54 Acres of Property Owner Association Property and Public Property. Tax-exempt status will be assigned by the CFD Administrator in the chronological order in which property becomes Property Owner Association Property or Public Property. However, should an Assessor's Parcel no longer be classified as Property Owner Association Property or Public Property, its status as a property exempt from the levy of Special Taxes will be revoked. Property Owner Association Property or Public Property that is not exempt from Special Taxes under this section shall be subject to the levy of the Special Tax and shall be taxed as part of the fifth step in Section IV above, at up to 100% of the applicable Maximum Special Tax for Taxable Property Owner Association Property or Taxable Public Property. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-30 City of Rancho Cucamonga CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2001-01 RATE AND METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT OF SPECIAL TAX FOR IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 3 A Special Tax shall be levied on all Taxable Property in Improvement Area No. 3 of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01 and collected each Fiscal Year commencing in Fiscal Year 2002-2003 according to the tax liability determined by the Council, through the application of the rate and method of apportionment of the Special Tax set forth below. All Taxable Property shall be taxed to the extent and in the manner herein provided. V. DEFINITIONS This Rate and Method of Apportionment employs terms defined below and terms defined in the Rate and Method of Apportionment for Improvement Area No. 3 of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01 (IA No. 3). The terms hereinafter set forth have the following meanings: "Acre or Acreage" means the land area Of an Assessor's Parcel as shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map, or if the land area is not shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map, the land area shown on the applicable final map, parcel map, condominium plan, or other recorded County parcel map. The square footage of an Assessor's Parcel is equal to the Acreage of such parcel multiplied by 43,560. "Act" means the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, being Chapter 2.5 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code of the State of California. "Administrative Fees" or "Administrative Expenses" means the following actual or reasonably estimated costs directly related to the administration of IA No. 3: the costs of computing the IA No. 3 Special Taxes; the costs of preparing the annual IA No. 3 Special Tax collection schedules (whether by the City or designee thereof or both); the costs of collecting the IA No. 3 (whether by the City, the County or otherwise); the costs of remitting the IA No. 3 Special Taxes to the Trustee; the costs of the Trustee (including its legal counsel) in the discharge of the duties required of it under the Indenture; the costs to the City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof complying with arbitrage rebate requirements; the costs to the City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof complying with disclosure requirements of the City or CFD No. 2001-01 associated with applicable Federal and State securities laws and the Act; the costs associated with preparing IA No. 3 Special Tax disclosure statements and responding to public inquiries regarding the IA No. 3 Special Taxes; the costs to the City, CFD No. 2001-01, or any designee thereof related to an appeal of the IA No. 3 Special Tax; the costs associated with the release of funds from an escrow account; and the City's annual administration fees and third party expenses. Administrative Expenses shall also include amounts estimated or advanced by the City or CFD No. 2001-01 for any other administrative purposes of IA No. 3, including attorney's fees and other costs related to commencing and pursuing any foreclosure of delinquent IA No. 3 Special Taxes. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-31 City of Rancho Cucamonga "Assessor" means the Assessor of the County of San Bernardino. "Assessor's Parcel" means a lot or parcel shown in an Assessor's Parcel Map with an assigned Assessor's parcel number. "Authorized Facilities" means those improvements, as listed in the Resolution of Formation. "Bond Share" means the share of Bonds assigned to a Taxable Parcel as specified in Section VI. "Bonds" means any bonds or other indebtedness (as defined in the Act) of CFD No. 2001-01 for Improvement Area No. 3, whether in one or more series, secured by the levy of Special Taxes. "CFD No. 2001-01" means the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Facilities District No. 2001-01. "CFD Administrator" means an official of the City, or designee thereof, responsible for determining the Special Tax Requirement and for levying and collecting the Special Taxes. "City" means the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California. "Council" means the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga acting for the CFD under the Act. "County" means the County of San Bemardino, California. "Debt Service" means for each Fiscal Year, the total amount of principal and interest payable on any Bonds, notes or certificates of participation of the CFD during the calendar year commencing on January 1 of such Fiscal Year. "Fiscal Year" means the period starling on July I and ending the following June 30. "IA No. 3 Bonds" means any bonds or other debt (as defined in Section 53317(d) of the Act), whether in one or more series, issued by CFD No. 2001-01 for IA No. 3 under the Act. "Improvement Area No. 3" means Improvement Area No. 3 of CFD No. 2001-01, as identified on the boundary map for CFD No. 2001-01. "Indenture" means the indenture, fiscal agent agreement, resolution or other instrument pursuant to which IA No. 3 Bonds are issued, as modified, amended and/or supplemented from time to time, and any instrument replacing or supplementing the same. "Maximum Annual Special Tax" means the greatest amount of Special Tax, determined in accordance with Section III below, which may be levied in any Fiscal Year on any Assessor's Parcel based on its Land Use classification. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-32 City of Rancho Cucamonga "Maximum Special Tax Revenue" means the sum of the Maximum Annual Special Tax which may be levied on all of the Taxable Properties in the CFD. "Original Parcel" means the Assessor Parcel's existing at the formation of the CFD, as depicted on the Boundary Map as recorded with the County Recorder, County of Riverside, State of California "Outstanding Bonds" means all IA No. 3 Bonds, which are deemed to be outstanding under the Indenture. "Parcel" means any County of San Bernardino Assessor's Parcel that is within the boundaries of the CFD, based on the equalized tax rolls of the County of San Bernardino as of January I in the prior Fiscal Year. "Parcel's Allocated Share" means the Maximum Annual Special Tax for a Parcel divided by the Maximum Annual Special Tax Revenue. "Partial Prepayment" means a prepayment of a portion of the Special Tax Obligation applicable to a Parcel of Taxable Property, as set forth in Section VI. "Payoff Parcel" means any taxable Developed Parcel for which a prepayment of the Special Tax Obligation is being calculated pursuant to Section VI. "Proportionately" or "Proportionate" means, for Developed Property and IA No. 3 Developed Property, that the ratio of the actual Special Tax levy to the Assigned Special Tax is equal for all Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property and IA No. 3 Developed Property. For Undeveloped Property and IA No. 3 Undeveloped Property, "Proportionately" means that the ratio of the actual Special Tax levy per Acre to the Maximum Special Tax per Acre is equal for all Assessor's Parcels of Undeveloped Property and IA No. 3 Undeveloped Property. The term "Proportionately" may similarly be applied to other categories of Taxable Property as listed in Section IV below. "Public Property" means any property within the boundaries of IA No. 3 that is transferred to a public agency on or after the date of formation of CFD No. 2001-01 and is used for rights-of-way or any other purpose and is owned by or dedicated to the federal government, the State of California, the County, the City or any other public agency; provided however that any property owned by a public agency and leased to a private entity and subject to taxation under Section 53340.1 of the Act shall be taxed and classified in accordance with its use. "Redevelopment Agency" means the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Rancho Cucamonga acting for the CFD under the Act. "Reserve Fund Share" means the total Reserve Fund amount multiplied by the Parcel's Allocated Share. "Residential Property" means all Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property for which a building permit has been issued for purposes of constructing one or more residential dwelling units. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-33 City of Rancho Cucamonga "Resolution of Formation" means the Resolution passed by the Council authorizing the formation of CFD No. 2001-01. "Resolution of Issuance" means the Resolution passed by the council authorizing the issuance of bonds. "RMA" means this Rate and Method of Apportionment. "Special Tax" means any tax levied within the CFD pursuant to the Act and this Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Tax. "Special Tax Collection Schedule" means the document prepared by the Finance Director and sent to the County Auditor for use in collecting the Special Tax each Fiscal Year. "Special Tax Obligation" means the total obligation of a Taxable Parcel to pay the Special Tax for the remaining life of the CFD. "Special Tax Requirement" means that amount required in any Fiscal Year to: (i) pay Debt Service on all Outstanding Bonds; (ii) pay pedodic costs on the Outstanding Bonds, including but not limited to, credit enhancement and rebate payments on the Outstanding Bonds; (iii) pay Administrative Expenses; (iv) pay any amounts required to establish or replenish any reserve funds for all Outstanding Bonds; (v) accumulate funds to pay directly for acquisition or construction of Authorized Facilities identified, and (vi) pay for reasonably anticipated delinquent Special Taxes based on the delinquency rate for Special Taxes levied in the previous Fiscal Year; less (vii) a credit for funds available to reduce the annual Special Tax levy, as determined by the CFD Administrator pursuant to the Indenture. "State" means the State of California. "Successor Parcel" means a Parcel created by Subdivision, lot line adjustment, or parcel map from an Original or Successor Parcel. "Taxable Acreage" is the area within each Parcel as shown on the Assessor Parcel Map The Taxable Acreage for each Zone is described in Section III, Table 1. "Taxable Property" means all of the Assessor's Parcels within the boundaries of IA No. 3, which are not exempt from the levy of the Special Tax pursuant to law or Section VIII below. "Taxable Public Property" means all Assessor's Parcels of Public Property that are not exempt from the levy of the Special Tax pursuant to Section VIII below. "Tax-Exempt Parcel" means, as of January I of each year, (i) any parcel owned by a governmental entity, or irrevocably offered for dedication to a governmental entity, (ii) any Parcel which constitutes public right-of-way or which is encumbered by an unmanned utility easement, making impractical its utilization for other than the purpose set forth in the easement, or (iii) any Parcel assigned a zero value by the San Bernardino County Assessor. Notwithstanding the foregoing, (i) a Taxable Parcel acquired by a public entity after the adoption of the Resolution of Formation by means of Amended, June 13, 2001 C-34 City of Rancho Cucamonga negotiated transaction, or by gift or devise, or by eminent domain proceedings, shall remain a Taxable Parcel, and (ii) if a public agency owning a Tax-Exempt Parcel, including a Tax-Exempt Parcel held in trust for any beneficiary, grants a leasehold or other possessory interest in the parcel to a non-exempt person or entity, the Special Tax shall be levied on the leasehold or possessory interest and shall be payable by the owner of the leasehold or possessory interest. Tax-Exempt Parcels include the specific parcels, or their successor parcels. "Trustee" means the trustee or fiscal agent under the Indenture. "Zone" means that area that is further described on the Boundary Map of CFD 2001-01. VI. CLASSIFICATION OF PARCELS Each Fiscal Year, all Taxable Property within each Zone of IA No. 3 shall be classified as Taxable or Non-Taxable Property and all such Taxable Property shall be subject to the levy of Special Taxes in accordance with the rate and method of apportionment determined pursuant to Sections III and IV below. III. MAXIMUM SPECIAL TAX RATE A. The Maximum Special Tax and Taxable Acreage for Taxable Property and Taxable Public Property for each Zone is shown in Table 1. TABLE 1 Zone Taxable Bond Maximum Tax Acreage Share Per Acre Zone 1 - Future RDA 55.00 91.70% $15,230.37 Zone 7 - Leggio South 42.74 8.30% $1,963.45 B. Assignment of Maximum Annual Special Tax to Successor Parcels. The CFD Administrator shall assign the Maximum Annual Special Tax to each Successor Parcel as follows: 1) When an Original or Successor Parcel is subdivided, the CFD Administrator shall classify the resulting Successor Parcels as Taxable Parcels or Tax- Exempt parcels using the definitions in Section I. 2) If the Successor Parcel is a Taxable Parcel: calculate the percentage of the taxable Successor Parcel's square footage to the total square footage for all taxable Successor Parcels of that Original or Successor Parcel; then, multiply this percentage by the Maximum Annual Special Tax assigned to the previous Original Parcel or Successor Parcel. The result of this Amended, June 13, 2001 C-35 City of Rancho Cucamonga calculation is the Maximum Annual Special Tax for the Taxable Successor Parcel. C. Taxable Parcels Acquired by a Public Agency Taxable Parcels that are acquired by a public agency after the CFD is formed will remain subject to the applicable Special Tax unless the Special Tax obligation is satisfied pursuant to Section 53317.5 of the Government Code. An exception to this may be made if the Public use planned for a Public Parcel within the CFD is relocated to a Taxable Parcel and the previously Tax-Exempt Parcel of comparable acreage becomes a Taxable Parcel. This trading of Parcels will be permitted to the extent that there is no net loss in Maximum Special Tax. It is anticipated that the City will acquire approximately 55 Acres that will be subject to the Special Tax. IV. APPORTIONMENT OF SPECIAL TAX For each Fiscal Year the Council shall determine the Special Tax Requirement and levy the Special Tax, taking into consideration the levy of the IA No. 3 Special Tax, until the amount of Special Taxes and IA No. 3 Special Taxes equals the Special Tax Requirement. The Special Tax shall be levied each Fiscal Year as follows: First: The Special Tax shall be levied on each Assessor's Parcel of Taxable Property in an amount equal to 100% of the applicable Maximum Special Tax; or Second: If less monies are needed to satisfy the Special Tax Requirement after the first step has been completed, the Special Tax shall be levied proportionately on each taxable Parcel at less than 100% of the Maximum Special tax; provided that the Council may levy an amount in excess of the Special Tax Requirement if all authorized Bonds have not already been issued. Further notwithstanding the above, under no circumstances will the Special Tax levied against any Assessor's Parcel of Residential Property for which an occupancy permit for private residential use has been issued be increased by more than ten percent as a consequence of delinquency or default by the owner of any other Assessor's Parcel within IA No. 3, except for those Residential Properties whose owners are also delinquent or in default on their Special Tax payments for one or more other properties within IA No. 3. VI. MANNER OF COLLECTION Collection of the Special Tax shall be by the County in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem property taxes are collected and the Special Tax shall be subject to the same penalties and the same lien priority in the case of delinquency as ad valorem taxes; provided, however, that the Council may provide in the Indenture or in the Resolution of Issuance for (i) other means of collecting the Special Tax, including direct billings thereof to the property owners; and (ii)judicial foreclosure of delinquent Special Taxes. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-36 City of Rancho Cucamonga VI. DISCHARGE OF SPECIAL TAX OBLIGATION Property owners may prepay and permanently satisfy the Special Tax Obligation by a cash settlement with the City as permitted under Government Code Section 53344. Prepayment is permitted only under the following conditions: The following definition applies to this Section VI: "CFD Public Facilities Costs" means either $8,000,000 in 2001 dollars, which shall increase by the Construction Inflation index on July 1, 2002, and on each July 1 thereafter, or such lower number as (i) shall be determined by the CFD Administrator as sufficient to acquire or construct the Authorized Facilities to be financed by IA No. 3 under the authorized Mello-Roos financing program for CFD No. 2001-01, or (ii) shall be determined by the Council concurrently with a covenant that it will not issue any more IA No. 3 Bonds (except refunding bonds) to be supported by Special Taxes and IA No. 3 Special Taxes. "Construction Fund" means the fund (regardless of its name) established pursuant to the Indenture to h01d funds, which are currently available for expenditure to acquire or construct the Authorized Facilities. "Construction Inflation Index" means the annual percentage change in the En.qineerin.q News-Record Building Cost Index for the City of Los Angeles, measured as of the calendar year, which ends in the previous Fiscal Year. In the event this index ceases to be published, the Inflation Index shall be another index as determined by the CFD Administrator that is reasonably comparable to the En.qineerin.q News-Record Building Cost Index for the City of Los Angeles. "Future Facilities Costs" means for each Zone the CFD Public Facilities Costs minus (i) costs previously paid from the Construction Fund to acquire or construct the Authorized Facilities, (ii) monies currently on deposit in the Construction Fund, and (iii) monies currently on deposit in an escrow or other earmarked fund that are expected to be available to finance CFD Public Facilities Costs. "Outstanding Bonds" means all Previously Issued Bonds, which remain outstanding as of the first interest and/or principal payment date following the current Fiscal' Year. Each Zone's Bond Share is shown as a percentage of the total Bonds in Table 1. "Previously Issued Bonds" means all IA No. 3 Bonds that have been issued prior to the date of prepayment. 1. Prepayment in Full The Special Tax Obligation applicable to an Assessor's Parcel in IA No. 3 may be prepaid and the obligation of the Assessor's Parcel to pay any Special Tax permanently satisfied as described herein, provided that a prepayment may be made with respect to a particular Assessor's Parcel only if there are no delinquent Special Taxes with respect to such Assessor's Parcel at the time of prepayment. An owner of an Assessor's Parcel intending to prepay the Special Tax Obligation shall provide the CFD Administrator with written notice of intent to prepay. The CFD Administrator shall provide the owner with a statement of the prepayment amount for such Assessor's Parcel within thirty (30) days of Amended, June 13, 2001 C-37 City of Rancho Cucamonga the request and may charge a reasonable fee for providing this service. Prepayment must be made not less than 60 days prior to any redemption date for the IA No. 3 Bonds to be redeemed with the proceeds of such prepaid Special Taxes. The Prepayment Amount (defined below) shall be calculated as summarized below (capitalized terms as defined below): Bond Redemption Amount plus Redemption Premium plus Future Facilities Prepayment Amount plus Defeasance Amount plus Administrative Fees and Expenses less Reserve Fund Credit less Capitalized Interest Credit Total: equals Prepayment Amount As of the proposed date of prepayment, the Prepayment Amount (defined below) shall be calculated as follows: Para;Iraph No.: 1. Confirm that no Special Tax delinquencies apply to such Assessor's Parcel. 2. Determine the Maximum Special Tax for the Payoff Parcel based on the assignment of the Maximum Special tax described in Section III above. 3. Divide the Maximum Special Tax computed pursuant to paragraph 2 by the total Maximum Special Taxes for the Zone in which the Payoff Parcel is located to arrive at the Parcel's Allocated Share. 4. Determine the Bond Redemption Amount for the Payoff Parcel by multiplying the Allocated Share from paragraph 3 by the total amount of Outstanding Bonds issued by the CFD applicable to the Zone in which the Payoff Parcel is located. 5. Multiply the Bond Redemption Amount computed pursuant to paragraph 4 by the applicable redemption premium (expressed as a percentage), if any, on the Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed (the "Redemption Premium"). 6. Compute the current Future Facilities Costs. 7. Multiply the Allocated Share by the amount determined pursuant to paragraph 6 to compute the amount of Future Facilities Costs to be prepaid (the "Future Facilities Amount Prepayment"). 8. Compute the amount needed to pay interest on the Bond Redemption Amount from the first bond interest and/or principal payment date following the current Fiscal Year until the earliest redemption date for the Outstanding Bonds. 9. Compute the minimum amount the CFD Administrator reasonably expects to derive from the reinvestment of the Prepayment Amount less the Future Facilities Amount and the Administrative Fees and Expenses from the date of prepayment Amended, June 13, 200~1 C-38 City of Rancho Cucamonga until the redemption date for the Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed with the prepayment. 10. Take the amount computed pursuant to paragraph 8 and subtract the amount computed pursuant to paragraph 9 (the "Defeasance Amount"). 11. Verify the administrative fees and expenses of IA No. 3, including the costs of computation of the prepayment, the Payoff Pamel's proportionate share of the costs of formation of the CFD if Bonds have not been sold, the costs to invest the prepayment proceeds, the costs of redeeming IA No. 3 Bonds, and the costs of recording any notices to evidence the prepayment and the redemption (the "Prepayment Administrative Fees and Expenses"). 12. If reserve funds for the Outstanding Bonds, if any, are at or above 100% of the reserve requirement (as defined in the Indenture) on the prepayment date, a reserve fund credit shall be calculated as a reduction in the applicable reserve fund for the Outstanding Bonds to be redeemed pursuant to the prepayment (the "Reserve Fund Credit"). No Reserve Fund Credit shall be granted if reserve funds are below 100% of the reserve requirement. 13. If any capitalized interest for the Outstanding Bonds will not have been expended at the time of the first interest and/or principal payment following the current Fiscal Year, a capitalized interest credit shall be calculated by multiplying the Allocated Share by the expected balance in the capitalized interest fund after such first interest and/or principal payment (the "Capitalized Interest Credit"). 14. The Special Tax Obligation is equal to the sum of the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 4, 5, 7, 10, and 11, less the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 12 and 13 ("Prepayment Amount"). 15. . From the Prepayment Amount, the sum of the amounts computed pursuant to paragraphs 4, 5, 10, 12, and 13 shall be deposited into the appropriate fund as established under the Indenture and be used to retire Outstanding Bonds or make Debt Service payments. The amount computed pursuant to paragraph 7 shall be deposited into the Construction Fund. The amount computed pursuant to paragraph 11 shall be retained by CFD No. 2001-01. The Prepayment Amount may be sufficient to redeem an amount other than a $5,000 increment of IA No. 3 Bonds. In such cases, the increment above $5,000 or integral multiple thereof will be retained in the appropriate fund established under the Indenture to be used to redeem IA No. 3 Bonds with the next prepayment of IA No. 3 Bonds. The CFD Administrator Will confirm that all previously levied Special taxes have been paid in full. With respect to any Assessor's Parcel that is prepaid in full, once the CFD Administrator has confirmed that all previously levied Special taxes have been paid, the Council shall cause a suitable notice to be recorded in compliance with the Act, to indicate the prepayment of Special Taxes and the release of the Special Tax lien on such Assessor's Parcel, and the obligation of such Assessor's Pamel to pay the Special Tax shall cease. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-39 City of Rancho Cucamonga Notwithstanding the foregoing, no Special Tax prepayment shall be allowed unless the aggregate amount of Maximum Special Taxes and IA No. 3 Maximum Special Taxes that may be levied on Taxable Property and IA No.' 3 Taxable Property, respectively, after the proposed prepayment is at least 1.1 times the maximum annual Debt Service on all Outstanding Bonds. 2. Prepayment in Part The Special Tax on an Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property, or an Assessor's Parcel of Final Mapped Property or Undeveloped Proper~ for which a building permit has been issued may be partially prepaid. The amount of the prepayment shall be calculated as in Section VI.l; except that a partial prepayment shall be calculated according to the following formula: PP= PExF. These terms have the following meaning: PP = the partial prepayment PE = the Prepayment Amount calculated according to Section VI.1 F = the percentage by which the owner of the Assessor's Pareel(s) is partially prepaying the Special Tax. The owner of any Assessor's Parcel who desires such prepayment shall notify the CFD Administrator of (i) such owner's intent to partially prepay the Special Tax, (ii) the percentage by which the Special Tax shall be prepaid, and (iii) the company or agency that will be acting as the escrow agent, if any. The CFD Administrator shall provide the owner with a statement of the amount required for the partial prepayment of the Special Tax for an Assessor's Parcel within thirty (30) days of the request and may charge a reasonable fee for providing this service. With respect to any Assessor's Parcel that is partially prepaid, the City shall (i) distribute the funds remitted to it according to Section VI.l, and (ii) indicate in the records of CFD No. 2001-01 that there has been a partial prepayment of the Special Tax and that a portion of the Special Tax with respect to such Assessor's Parcel, equal to the outstanding percentage (1.00 - F) of the remaining Maximum Annual Special Tax, shall continue to be levied on such Assessor's Parcel pursuant to Section IV. VII. TERM OF "SPECIAL TAX" The Special Tax shall be levied for a period not to exceed fifty years commencing with Fiscal Year 2002-2003, provided however that Special Taxes will cease to be levied in an earlier Fiscal Year if the CFD Administrator has determined (i) that all required interest and principal payments on the IA No. 3 Bonds have been paid; and (ii) all facilities have been acquired and all reimbursements to the developer have been paid pursuant to the Acquisition and Construction Agreement. Amended, June 13, 2001 C-40 City of Ranch~ Cucamonga SECTIONS OF THE VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE VICTORIA ARBORS MASTER PLAN AND THE MIXED USE LAND USE DESIGNATION, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. 1. On December 20, 2000, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga approved the Victoda Arbors Master Plan by the adoption of Ordinance No. 648. 2. On May 23, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly-noticed public hearing with respect to the above-referenced Victoria Community Plan Amendment 01-02 and, following the conclusion thereof, adopted its Resolution No. 01~50, recommending that the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga adopt said amendment. 3. On June 20, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing concerning the Victoria Community Plan Amendment 01-01. 4. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred. B. Ordinance. 1. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does hereby ordain as follows: SECTION 1: This City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set fodh in Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct. SECTION 2: This City Council hereby finds and determines that the subject amendment identified in this Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) of Chapter 3 of Division 6 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. SECTION 3: The following Victoria Community Plan, Part 3 Regulations and Standards Development, and Commercial Standards sections hereby are amended to read, in words and figures, as wdtten below: 1. The following shall be added as Section 2.a (11 ) of the Regional Center Commercial Standards: (11) Permitted uses listed under General Commemial in Development Code Section 17.10.030. /57 CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCVCPA 01-02 - CITY OFRANCHO CUCAMONGA June 20,2001 Page 2 2. The following shall be added to Section 2.b of the Regional Center Commercial Standards and the uses listed under this section shall be re-numbered accordingly: Conditionally permitted uses listed under General Commercial in Development Code Section 17.10.030. 3. The following shall be added to Section 3.a of the Regional Related Commercial Standards and the uses listed under this section shall be re-numbered accordingly: Permitted uses listed under General Commercial in Development Code Section 17.10.030. 4. The Regional Related Commercial Standards section shall be modified by moving the "Automobile Service Facilities" from Section 3.a to Section 3.b. 5. The following shall be added to Section 3.b of the Regional Related Commercial Standards and uses listed under this section shall be re-numbered accordingly: Conditionally permitted uses listed under General Commercial in Development Code Section 17.10.030. 6. The following shall be added as Section 4.a (7) of the Village Commercial Standards: (7) Permitted uses listed under Neighborhood Commercial in Development Code Section 17.10.030. 7. The following shall be added as Section 4.b (8) of the Village Commercial Standards: (8) Conditionally permitted uses listed under Neighborhood Commercial in Development Code Section 17.10.030. 8. The following shall be added as Section 7, Mixed Use, of the Residential Development Standards section: (7) Mixed Use - Development within any Mixed Use area must be in conformance with an adopted master plan that establishes development standards specifically for the defined mixed use area: (a) The Village of Victoria Arbors shall be in conformance with the adopted previsions of the Victoria Arbors Master Plan. 9. The following shall be added to Section L 2, Community Facilities section: (k) Historic winery consisting of manufacturing, pressing, blending and bottling of wine, including accessory uses such as, but not limited to, vineyards, retails sales, wine tasting, banquet facility, restaurants, and other uses as found by the Planning Commission to be consistent with the spidt or intent of a histodc winery site. CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCVCPA 01-02 - CITY OFRANCHO CUCAMONGA June 20,2001 Page 3 (I) RV Vehicle and Mini-Storage. SECTION 4: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this Ordinance is, for any reason, deemed or held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, or preempted by legislative enactment, such decision or legislation shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or work thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or words might subsequently be declared invalid or unconstitutional or preempted by subsequent legislation. SECTION 5: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published within 15 days after its passage at least once in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Ontario, California, and circulated in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California. O INANCE NO. g&O AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE DISSOLUTION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 91-1 (VICTORIA COMMUNITY) AND IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 1 THEREIN AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 490 AND ORDINANCE NO. 502 RECITALS: A. The City Council (th~ "City Council") of the City of Rancho Cucamonga (the "City") has heretofore adopted Resolution No. 91-383, which established Community Facilities District No. 91-1 (Victoria Community) (the "District") and adopted Ordinance No. 490 ("Ordinance No. 490") which authorized the levy of a special tax within the District pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, consisting of Sections 53311, e_t seq., of the Government Code (the "Act"). B. The City Council has heretofore adopted Resolution No. 92-238, which established Improvement Area No. 1 within the District (the "Improvement Area") and adopted Ordinance No. 502 ("Ordinance No. 502") which authorized the levy of a special tax within the Improvement Area pursuant to the Act. C. The City Council desires to dissolve the District and the Improvement Area and to extinguish all associated liens pursuant to Section 53338.5 of the Act and intends to record with the County Recorder of the County of San Bernardino (the "County Recorder") an addendum or addendums to any notice or notices of special tax lien previously recorded with the County Recorder in connection with the District or the Improvement Area pursuant to Section 3114.5 of the Streets and Highway Code and to record with the County Recorder a notice or notices of cessation of special tax lien pursuant to Section 53330.5 of the Act concurrently with the adoption of this Ordinance. NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 91-1 (VICTORIA COMIMUNITY) DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the special tax within the District and the Improvement Area shall cease to be levied. Section 2. The City Council hereby finds and determines the District is not obligated to pay any outstanding deb4, including any outstanding debt with respect to the Improvement Area. Section 3. Ordinance No. 490 and Ordinance No. 502 are hereby repealed, whereupon the City Council finds that the District no longer has any autl~o~iz'ation to levy any special tax, including any special tax with respect to the Improvement Area. Section 4. Following the adoption of this Ordinance and consultation with and review by the City Attorney, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a notice or notices of cessation of special tax lien to be recorded with the County Recorder pursuant to Section 53330.5 of the Act terminating the District's authorization to levy any special tax, including any special tax with respect to the Improvement Area. Section 5. Following the adoption of this Ordinance and consultation with and review by the City Attorney, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause an addendum or addendums to any notice or notices of special tax lien previously recorded with the County Recorder in connection with the District or the Improvement Area to be recorded with the County Recorder pursuant to Section 3114.5 of the Streets and Highway Code. Section 6. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to take any and all other actions reasonably necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Ordinance. Section 7. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and cause it to be published or posted in accordance with law. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2001. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk Approved as to Form: 11231 \0073\645607.7 I~AN C 11 0 CIICAHONGA Staff Report DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Alan Warren, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02A - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at ~he northeast comer of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue - APN: 227-351-65. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (Continued from December 20, 2000). ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02 - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the Victoda Community Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider Community Plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area - APN: 227-351-65. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (Continued from December 20, 2000). ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDI~IENT 00-02C - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA- A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2.4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for approximately .24-acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (Continued from December 20, 2000). ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA-A request to change the Victoda Community Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling Units per acre) to Village Commercial for .24-acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast comer of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider community plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area. CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT GPA00-02A- LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS July 18, 2001 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommends approval of General Plan Amendments 00-02A and 00-02C, and Victoda Community Plan Amendments 00-02 and 00-03, as well as issuing a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts. Approval of these applications will establish a Village Commercial land use designation (as part of the Victoria Community Plan) at the northeast comer of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. BACKGROUND: The Planning Commission considered the subject applications at its September 27, 2000, meeting. The applications were initiated by Lewis Retail Centers and the Planning Commission to provide appropriate land use designations for a small triangular piece of land bordered by Day Creek Boulevard, Highland Avenue, and the Route 30 Freeway on-ramp. The adoption of these amendments will change the land use designations from Low Residential to Village Commercial, and permit commercial development of the site. During the pubic hearing a neighboring resident questioned specific staff conclusions contained in Part II of the Environmental Initial Study. (An updated analysis by staff is discussed below under Environmental Analysis). The Planning Commission concluded its public headng on September 27, 2000, and adopted the above listed recommendation. Please refer to the attached Planning Commission report of September 27, 2000, regarding analysis of the proposed applications. The items were forwarded to the City Council on November 1, 2000, and continued to December 20, 2000, at the request of Lewis Retail Centers because of a delay in the purchase negotiations with gal Trans because of a land ownership question (on the gal Trans site) that arose just prior to the initial City Council public hearing. Because of limits placed on General Plan Amendments (GPA) by State law, staff recommended that these amendments be continued to the first GPA cycle of 200'1. Since that time, gal Trans has secured the sole ownership of the land contained in GPA 00-02C/VPCA 00-03. A date for the first cycle of City Council hearings could not be determined because of the other potential GPA processing adjustments; therefore, these applications were continued, but not to a specific date. With the grouping of three recent Planning Commission approved General Plan Amendments being forwarded to the City Council, it is appropriate for the subject applications to now be brought back to the City Council. The ownership issue with the Cai Trans property has been resolved. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS: The Initial Study has been completed. No development application was included with the land use proposals; therefore, the analysis focused on the broader land use issues. Environmental issues were raised dudng the Planning Commission public hearing. Specifically, certain responses in the Initial Study have been amended by staff as a result of comments from the public at the September 27, 2000, hearing. (Refer to Attachment "A" regarding the amended analysis). With the amended analysis, staff has determined that no significant impacts would result from changing the land use designations as requested in the applications. Environmental activity issues will be analyzed when formal development proposals are submitted in the future. When specific CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT GPA00-02A - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS July 18, 2001 Page 3 development projects are proposed, existing environmental review requirements will be initiated to ensure adequate analysis of impacts. Any significant impacts noted will be mitigated through the City's development review process. CORRESPONDENCE; This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300-foot radius and expanded area of the project site. Respectfully submitted, City Planner BB:AW\jc Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Revised portions of Initial Study, Part II Exhibit "B" - Planning Commission Staff Report dated September 27, 2000 Exhibit "C" - Planning Commission Minutes dated September 27, 2000 Resolution Approving General Plan Amendment 00-02A Ordinance Approving Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02 Resolution Approving General Plan Amendment 00-02C Ordinance Approving Victoda Community Plan Amendment 00-03 AMENDMENTS TO ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST, INITIAL STUDY PART II FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS 00-02A, 02C, VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENTS 00-02 AND 03. Recommended amendments to GPA 00-02A & C Initial Study, Part II from public testimony at the September 27, 2000, meeting are as follows: 1. In response to concerns over increased traffic, Item 1.c should be evaluated to "less than significant impact" with the following amended comments (in bold pdnt): a)-d) The project is a request to change the land use designation for the site from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre) to Neighborhood Commemial. The area in question is a remnant parcel left over from the construction of the Route 30 Freeway and the realignment of Highland Avenue along the freeways' south side. Use of the small site, surrounded on all sides by significant vehicle traffic, for residential purposes would expose residents to high levels of traffic noise. This fact alone does not make the site compatible with the noise policies of the General Plan. The site is near an already commercially designated site on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard. The change of the subject site to commercial would be compatible with the existing commercial land to the west. The General Plan Amendment and Victoria Community Plan Amendment are the prescribed procedures for requesting land use changes. The City's design review policies and procedures will ensure that impacts from potential commercial uses will be mitigated to levels below less than significant. 2. In response to concerns over potential water quality concerns, Items 4.h should be evaluated to "less than significant impact" with the following amended comments (in bold print): h) The project will not inter[ere with groundwater management practices in the area because the site is not used for groundwater recharging. Impacts are possible due to the potential use of hazardous materials (automotive fuels). Safety standards for fuel storage/distribution along with monitoring programs by the Water Quality Control Board should reduce the potential impact to less than significant. 3. In response to concerns over potential air quality concerns, Items 5.b and 5.d should be evaluated to "less than significant impact" with the following amended comments (in bold print): b,d) After the land use amendment is approved, it is the applicant's intent to propose a project to construct a vehicle fueling washing facility. This will not generate emissions that could cause climatic changes or significant levels of objectionable odors due to the development needing to comply with Air Quality District regulations. Other odors could result from food preparation activities of potential restaurant uses on the site. Emission levels are not expected to exceed levels generally associated with the restaurant uses that can be $ expected on the neighboring commercial land. Air Quality District regulations for charcoal cooking emissions are expected to reduce the potential odors to less than significant levels for the general area. 4. In response to concerns over potential traffic concerns, Items 6.b should be evaluated to "less than significant impact" with the following amended comments (in bold print): b)-f) The future commemial development proposal will be required to meet the City's existing street development policies and no significant impacts are anticipated. Potential safety concerns of any proposed development will be mitigated with safety improvement features as may be required through the City's design review procedure. 5. In response to concerns over potential hazard exposure, Items 9.a and 9.b should be evaluated to "less than significant impact" with the following amended comments (in bold print): a/c-d) The site has been thoroughly regraded as a result of the freeway construction. There is no evidence of prior commercial or industrial uses. No evidence of discarded drums, containers, hazardous wastes or discolored soils has been observed. There was no indication of underground storage tanks or illegal dumping of refuse on-site. The potential for automotive fuel dispensing uses can expose the public to possible accidental discharges of hazardous materials. The safety of such facilities is a paramount issue in the standard Building and Fire Safety plan check procedures and codes. With the implementation of safety features in the construction and operation of fueling facilities, the impacts are expected to be less than significant. 6. In response to concerns over potential need for increased public services, Items 'l 1 .a and 11.b should be evaluated to "less than significant impact" with the following amended comments (in bold print): Fire and Police protection - Additional protection will be required for the new commercial activity. However, as there is a significant amount of existing commercially zoned land in the immediate area, appropriate levels of police and fire safety protection are in the public safety planning process for the entire City. The addition of 1.5 acres of commercial land is not considered a significant increase to the immediate area and therefore the need for additional levels of services are not considered significant. 7. As a result of the above listed changes, the Short Term, Cumulative, and Substantial Adverse Findings of Significance should be evaluated as "less that significant impact" with the following amended comments: d) Any proposed commercial project on 1,5 acres would not cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. Therefore impacts are less than significant. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 1 City of Rancho Cucamonga ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM INITIAL STUDY PART II NOTE: (changes in the text body and checklist (x) are indicated with bold print additions and ctr!!'.cc~t deletions as a result of public testimony at the 09/27/2000 Planning Commission headng) BACKGROUND '1. Project Files: GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02 GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 2. Related Files: 3. Description of Project: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSEMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02A- LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS- A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for 1.244 acres, Lot 73 of Tract 15875, located at the northeast comer of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. APN 227-351-65 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSEMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02- LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the Victoda Community Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for 1.244 acres, Lot 73 of Tract 15875, located at the northeast comer of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider community plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area. APN 227-351- 65 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSEMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02C-CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for approximately .24 acres adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSEMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-03 -CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the Victoda Community Plan land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for .24 acres adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider community plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area. 4. Project Sponsors' Name and Address: Lewis Retail Centers City of Rancho Cucamonga 1156 N. Mountain Avenue 10500 Civic Center Ddve Upland, CA 91785-0670 Rancho Cucamonga, Ca 91730 5. General Plan Designation: Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 2 6. Zoning: Victoria Community Plan, Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre) 7. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: To the north there is the new Route 30 Freeway, to the east there is the continuation of Highland Avenue and the single family neighborhood of Victoria Windrows, to the south there is newly developed single family neighborhood and to the west there is new single family development and a vacant Village Commercial site. 8. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Ddve Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 9. Contact Person and Phone Number: Alan Warren (909) 477-2750 10. Other agencies whose approval is required: None ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," or "Less Than Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. ! (x) Land Use and Planning (x) Transportation/Circulation (x) Public Services ( ) Population and Housing ( ) Biological Resources ( ) Utilities and Service Systems (x) Geological Problems ( ) Energy and Mineral Resources ( ) Aesthetics ( ) Water (x) Hazards ( ) Cultural Resources (x) Air Quality (x) Noise ( ) Recreation (x) Mandatory Findings of Significance DETERMINATION On the basis of this initial evaluation: (x) I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. Signed: Alan Warren Associate Planner October 2, 2000 Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 3 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Pursuant to Section 15063 of the Ca lifomia Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an explanation is required for all "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," and "Less Than Significant Impact" answers, including a discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified. 1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the vicinity?. ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community?. ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Comments: a)-d) The project is a request to change the land use designation for the site from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acrs) to Neighborhood Commercial. The arsa in question is a remnant parcel left over from the construction of the Route 30 Freeway and the realignment of Highland Avenue along the freeways south side. Use of the small site, surrounded on all sides by significant vehicle traffic, for residential purposes would expose residents to high levels of traffic noise. This fact alone does not make the site compatible with the noise policies of the General Plan. The site is near an already commemially designated site on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard. The change of the subject site to commemial would be compatible with the existing commercial land to the west. The General Plan Amendment and Victoria Community Plan Amendment ars the prescribed procedures for requesting land use changes. The City's design review policies and procedures will ensure that impacts from potential commercial uses will be mitigated to a levels below less than significant. 2. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposah a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population projections? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 4 b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) infrastructure)? c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable housing? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a) The use of the site for commercial purposes would not allow residential units and therefore not increase the population of the area. b) The project will result in residential growth potential in the immediate area. This growth is part of the expansion of the approved planned community. c) The removal of the site from the residential land inventory would only lower the anticipate housing count by no more that 5 or 6 units 3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault rupture? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) d) Seiche hazards? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Landslides or mudflows? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) f') Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable soil conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) h) Expansive soils? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 5 Comments: a-c) No known faults pass through the site, it is not in an Earthquake Fault Zone, nor is it in the Rancho Cucamonga City Special Study Zone along the Red Hill Fault. The Red Hill Fault, or Etiwanda Avenue Fault, passes within 1 mile northwest of the site, and the Cucamonga Fault Zone lies approximately 3 miles north. These faults are both capable of producing Mw 6.0 - 7.0 earthquakes, respectively. Also, the San Jacinto Fault, capable of producing up to Mw 7.5 earthquakes is 7 miles northeast of the site and the San Andreas Fault, capable of up to Mw 8.2 earthquakes, is 12.5 miles northeast of the site. Each of these faults can produce strong ground shaking. Liquefaction could occur at the site if a strong earthquake coincided with an extended pedod of heavy rains raising the local water table. Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is Tujunga-Soboda gravelly loam. These soils are relatively stable but may be subject to liquefaction when the water table is relatively shallow. Adhedng to the Uniform Building Code will ensure that geologic impacts are less than significant. d) The site is not located near a large body of water. e) The site is relatively flat, and it is not near any slopes vulnerable to mass-wasting events. f-h) The site is relatively fiat so grading will be minimal. Grading will even out the site and create the necessary slope gradient to allow proper site drainage and avoid erosion. Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is Tujunga gravelly loam. This soil is excessively drained, level to moderately sloping soil formed on alluvial fans. It is relatively stable but subject to liquefaction when the water table is shallow. The Building and Safety Division pdor to issuance of building permits will require a soils report. New structures ara required to meet current earthquake standards as required by the Uniform Building Code. The impact is not considered significant. i) The site contains no unique geologic or physical features. 4. WATER. Will the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? ( ) ( ) (x) b) Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? ( ) ( ) (x) c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration of surface water quality (e.g., temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity)? ( ) ( ) (x) d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water body?. ( ) ( ) (x) 17/ Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 6 e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water movements? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations, or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) h) Impacts to groundwater quality?. ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) i) Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a) Development with impervious surfaces will affect the rate and amount of surface water runoff. This land use amendment should not significantly affect the amount of change anticipated in previous environmental analysis of the existing land use plans. b) The site is located within the 100-year flood plain of Day Creek; however, the Day Creek Channel system is complete and provides adequate flood protection. c-e) The project site is not located near a body of water. Storm-water runoff will be conveyed to the existing public storm drain system as approved by the City Engineer. f-i) The project will not interfere with groundwater management practices in the area because the site is not used for groundwater recharging. Impacts are possible due to the potential use of hazardous materials (automotive fuels). Safety standards for fuel storage/distribution along with monitoring programs by the Water Quality Control Board should reduce the potential impact to less than significant. 5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposah a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 7 c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or cause any change in climate? ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Create objectionable odors? ) ( ) (x) ( ) Comments: a)-b) Development will affect the amount of air pollution in the general area. Due to the small size of the site, this land use amendment should not significantly affect the amount of change anticipated in previous environmental analysis of the existing land use plans. b,d) After the land use amendment is approved, it is the applicant's intent to propose a project to construct a vehicle fueling washing facility. This will not generate emissions that could cause climatic changes or significant levels of objectionable odors due to the development needing to comply with Air Quality District regulations. Other odors could result from food preparation activities of potential restaurant uses on the site. Emission levels are not expected to exceed levels generally associated with the restaurant uses that can be expected on the neighboring commercial land. Air Quality District regulations for charcoal cooking emissions are expected to reduce the potential odors to less than significant levels for the general area. 6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: a) Increased vehicle tdps or traffic congestion? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 8 g) Rail or air traffic impacts? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a) As a result of development, additional vehicle and pedestrian traffic will occur because the site is presently vacant. Similar increases would also occur if the property were to develop under the existing land use categories. No significant increase in traffic is anticipated from development under the amended land use categories. The proposed development that will be allowed under the amended land use will benefit from the already significant traffic from the freeway off ramps. No significant traffic beyond what is already anticipated from the freeway is expected as a result of the development (refer to attached traffic generation figures) b-f) The future commercial development proposal will be required to meet the City's existing street development policies and no significant impacts are anticipated. Potential safety concerns of any proposed development will be mitigated with safety improvement features through the City's design review procedure. g) No rail impacts ara anticipated. The site is not adjacent to any rail line. 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their habitats (including, but not limited to: plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds)? ( ) ( ) (x) b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees, eucalyptus windrow, etc.)? ( ) ( ) (x) c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc.)? ( ) ( ) (x) d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, dpadan, and vemal pool)? ( ) ( ) (x) e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-e) The site is has recently be altered due to the Route 30 Freeway construction. As a result, no sensitive habitat is on-site, nor any endangered species are expected to be evident due to the high level of construction work. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00~03 Parle 9 8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the pmposah a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-b) The project will not conflict with any energy conservation plans nor be wasteful. c) The project site is located near the Day Creek alluvial fan, an area classified as a Mineral Resource Zone (MRZ-2). An MRZ-2 zone contains deposits of known value and marketability. However, the State Geologist has determined that the area is not a Designated Area of available resources due to urbanization. 9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health hazards? ( ) ( ) ( (x) e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, grass, or trees? ( ) ( ) ( (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Page 10 Comments: a/c-d) The site has been thoroughly regarded as a result of the freeway construction. There is no evidence of pdor commemial or industrial uses. No evidence of discarded drums, containers, hazardous wastes or discolored soils have been observed. There was no indication of underground storage tanks or illegal dumping of refuse on-site. The potential for automotive fuel dispensing uses can expose the public to possible accidental discharges of hazardous materials. The safety of such facilities is a paramount issue in the standard Building and Fire Safety plan check procedures and codes. With the implementation of safety features in the construction and operation of fueling facilities, the impacts are expected to be will be less than significant. b) Any future development will be required to be designed to accommodate emergency vehicles and is be accessible from two access points. e) The site is not located in a fire hazard area. 10. NOISE. Will the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Comments: a) The site is presently vacant and generates no noise levels. After development with a vehicle fueling station, noises associated with vehicle traffic is expected. This level is expected to be less than significant to the surrounding area's ambient noise levels generated primarily from the freeway. b) Any future commercial project will be affected by the traffic noise from the freeway. Because the freeway is elevated adjacent to the site, the levels should not be significantly severe or higher that other similarly zoned property nearby. 11. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 11 c) Schools? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Other govemmental services? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a)-e) The project site is in an area originally zoned Low Density residential. The City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan for services was based on the assumption this parcel would have 2-4 dwellings per acre. The project site has since been incorporated into the Victoda Community Plan and rezoned to Village Commercial residential. At this category and small size of the site, no significant services impacts are anticipated. Standard conditions of approval from the Uniform Building and Fire Codes will be placed on the project. No mitigation is required. Fire and Police protection - Fire and Police protection - Additional protection will be required for the new commercial activity. However, as there is significant amount of existing commercially zoned land in the immediate area, appropriate levels of police and fire safety protection are in the public safety planning process for the entire City. The addition of t .5 acres of commercial land is not considered a significant increase to the immediate area and therefore the need for additional levels of services are not considered significant. Schools - The change to commercial uses from the existing residential designation will eliminate the anticipated student generation from the site. Parks - The proposed project will not increase the need for park and recreation services through the potential for increased population growth since the site will not now be developed with residential structures. Public facilities -The proposed project will incrementally increase traffic on adjacent streets. Consistent with the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council the developer will pay all appropriate development impact fees. 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Communication systems? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 12 c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Storm water drainage? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) f) Solid waste disposal? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) g) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-g) The commercial development anticipated to be built after the land use change will include a vehicle fueling and washing facility. The proposed development will extend as necessary existing systems and utilities available in the immediate area. The proposed project will not require major modifications or alterations to the existing utility systems. 13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Create light or glare? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-b) The site is immediately adjacent to the above grade freeway surface. The new freeway is not designated as a scenic highway. Also, the site is immediately adjacent to the above grade freeway surface which is around 27 above the site. Any development on the site should not affect any views to the north. c) Any future project will create new light and glare as the site is currently vacant. Any development will be required to conform to the City's parking lot lighting and sign ordinance which will require non-obtrusive lighting. 14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Disturb paleontological resources? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 13 b) Disturb archaeological resources? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Affect historical or cultural resources? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-e) The site, while on an alluvial fan, and recently disturbed due to freeway construction, the likelihood of finding historical or cultural resources is minimal and impacts are not considered significant. 15. RECREATION. Would the proposal: a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a) Any proposed commemial project should not increase the need for park and recreation services through population growth. The developer of any project will pay the appropriate fees in accordance with Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council. b) There is no impact to existing recreational opportunities as the site and property surrounding the project area is designated for additional commercial development. 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 14 a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restdct the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Short term: Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively bdef, definitive pedod of time. Long-term impacts will endure well into the ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) future.) c) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly?. ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Comments: a) The project site, recently disturbed due to freeway construction, does not contain Natural Resources as identified on Figure V-3 of the General Plan. Additionally, the site does not contain any Coastal Sage Scrub, Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub, or Delhi-Sands flowering-loving fly habitat. No sensitive species were detected on- site and it is unlikely any will move on to the site due to the lack of natural habitat and on-going freeway construction. b) During construction of anyfuture development, there is the possibilityof fugitive dust ' to be emitted from grading the site. Nonetheless, dust emissions could be sufficient to warrant the use of water or other dust palliatives at this site. Sources of emissions during this phase include exhaust emissions from construction vehicles and equipment and fugitive dust generated as a result of construction vehicles and equipment traveling over exposed surfaces. NOx and PM~o levels may be exceeded during this phase. Existing dust reduction requirements enforced by the City Building & Safety Division will reduce impacts to less than significant. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Pacje 15 c) The developer of any residential project will be required to pay development impact fees established by the City Council, the rates of which have been set to mitigate the potential impacts to fire protection service, police protection services, parks and recreational facilities, and other governmental services to less than significant. To the extent that a project may impact utility resources provided by private utility companies, potential impacts upon such services will be mitigated by payment of rates and fees set by each utility agency. d) Any proposed commercial project on 1.5 acres would not cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. Therefore impacts are less than significant. EARLIER ANALYSES Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiedng, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an eadier EIR or Negative Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in the following eadier document(s) pursuant to applicable legal standards, and such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. The following eadier analyses were utilized in completing this Initial Study and are available for review in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Division offices, 10500 Civic Center Ddve (check all that apply): (x) General Plan EIR (Certified Apdl 6, 1981) (x)Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 General Plan Update (SCH #88020115, certified January 4, 1989) (x) Victoria Planned Community EIR (Certified May 20, 1981 ) THE CITY OF I~ANCHO CIICAHONGA Staff Report DATE: September 27, 2000 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Alan Warren, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02A- LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commerc. ial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue - APN: 227-351-85. Related files: Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, General Plan Amendment 00-02C, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02 - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider Community Plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area - APN: 227-351-65. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02A, General Plan Amendment 00-02C, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03. · ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02C- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for approximately .24 acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02A, Victoda Community Plan Amendment 00-02, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 - CITY OF RC September 27, 2000 Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-03- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA- A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commemial for .24 acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider community plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02A, Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, and General Plan Amendment 00-02C. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: A. Surroundinq Land Use and Zoninq: North - Route 30 freeway South - Single-family housing; Low Residential in the Victoria Community Plan East - Single-family housing; Low Residential in the Victoria Community Plan West - Vacant; Village Commemial in the Victoria Community Plan B. General Plan Desiqnations: Project Site - Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) North - Freeway and Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) beyond South - Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) East - Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) West - Neighborhood Commemial C. Site Characteristics: The site is vacant and has recently been subject to grading operations for the Route 30 Freeway and Highland Avenue realignment construction work. ANALYSIS: A. Genera!: The sites under consideration for land use change are remnant parcels which were divided off from the recent Route 30 Freeway and Highland Avenue realignment construction. The General Plan has always shown utility corridors and residential land uses east of the Day Creek Boulevard and south of the future freeway. With the realignment of Highland Avenue southerly of the new freeway, small pieces of land remain. Lewis Retail Centers has acquired a 1.244 acre site between the Highland Avenue realignment and the freeway on-ramp from Day Creek Boulevard. Also, a smaller piece owned by Cai Trans (.25 acres) borders the Lewis site on the east and has development potential. On August 9, 2000, the Planning Commission authorized staff to initiate General Plan Amendment 00-02C and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03 to consider the small land use changes for the smaller site as is being proposed for the Lewis site. The Planning Commission should view the issues as the same for all the applications. Preliminary development plans shown to staff call for a gasoline station and car wash on the site. B. Appropriateness of Existinq Land Use Designations: With a total area of only about I Y2 acres (1.244 plus .24 acres) and sandwiched in between the Highland Avenue and the future freeway, the site will be impacted from future traffic and noise. This feature alone makes the site inappropriate for any residential use. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 - CITY OF RC September 27, 2000 Page 3 C. Appropriateness of Proposed Desiqnation: Generally, land located near major reads offer logical sites for retail commercial activities. Village Commercial land is already designated for the southwest and northwest corners of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. Changing the northeast corner to the same designation would simply be extending a land use pattern already planned for in the General Plan and in the Victoria Planned Community. One important aspect of commercialization of this area is that of the community plan's intended scope and character of the future uses. The Victoria Community Plan states that the intent of the Village Commercial in this area is to serve the commercial needs of the residents of the nearby Windrows neighborhood. In this light, staff believes that this intent should be strengthened in the Community Plan text to clearly show that commercial land expansion is not being considered solely for freeway related businesses. Staff believes it is important to reinforce the original intent of the Village Commercial designation in this area with the following Victoria Community Plan text amendments (new text in bold): "Local commercial needs in the Windrows will be served by a Village Commercial Center at Highland Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard. Its location on two major arterial roads is convenient to village residents as they enter or leave the community by automobile, and is also accessible to bicycles and pedestrians via the community trail system. Any potential expansion of the Village Commercial land use area should be clearly intended to primarily serve the nearby residents. Expansion of the Village Commercial designation in this area should not be established to promote 'freeway dependent' commercial activities. The architectural theme that is used for the Village Commercial Center should draw upon the character of the older Victorian homes of the Etiwanda area for inspiration. Village Commercial development should focus on enhancing, and not detracting from the rural Etiwanda character. In this regard, commercial development should be visually non-intrusive to the nearby residential neighborhoods." D. Environmental Assessment: Parts I and II of the Initial Study have been completed. Staff has determined that no significant impacts would result from changing the land use designations as requested in the application. Environmental issues will need to be analyzed when formal development proposals are applied for in the future for the neighborhood commercial center. When specific development projects are preposed, existing environmental review requirements will be initiated to ensure adequate analysis of impacts. Any significant impacts noted will be mitigated through the City's development review process. E. Neiqhborhood Meetinq: The applicant held a Neighborhood Meeting on September 19, 2000 at the Windrews Elementary School auditorium inviting all those property owners from the expanded public hearing notification list. Four people attended and the intreductory presentation bythe applicant. The following opinions/questions were offered bythe attendees: 1.The wall along Highland Avenue is continually subject to graffiti tagging. The addition of a gas station/convenience store will only bring more taggers to the area. 2. The parking lot lighting will spray unwanted glare into the neighboring residential preperties. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 - CITY OF RC September 27, 2000 Page 4 3. Trash and debris will increase from potential convenience store/fast food operations and be blown into their yards. 4. The potential of beer and wine sales from a convenience store is not an acceptable adjacent activity. 5. The additional traffic generated by a gas station/convenience store will add to an already unacceptable noise levels caused by the realignment of Highland Avenue. 6. If a commemial development were to be developed, would the applicant be required to raise the perimeter track wall to mitigate the noise and glare? 7. The community does not need additional commemial development in the area. 8. If a commercial development was built with numerous conditions prohibiting certain activities, hours of operation, etc., it would be difficult for the City's Code Enforcement staff to constantly monitor the situation in order to make the operation acceptable to neighboring residents. 9. The residents suggested the site could better be used for the following uses: day care/nursery school site, open space landscape area, church, or a public facility. 10. The construction of a pole sign for any user trying to get freeway travelers for their business was a serious concern. It was stated that the site would be frequented by freeway travelers more than local residents. Planning staff responded to questions about the potential uses that could be permitted in the Village Commercial district and on how the Design Review process would address site development concerns. CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300-foot radius and expanded area of the project site. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the approval of General Plan Amendment 00-02A, Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, General Plan Amendment 00-02C, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03 by the adoption of the attached Resolutions. All the items, with Planning Commission recommendations, will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB:AW:mlg PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 - CITY OF RC September 27, 2000 Page 5 Attachments: Exhibit "A" - General Plan Land Use Map Exhibit "B" - Victoria Community Plan Map Exhibit "C" - Applicant's Letter of Justification Exhibit "D" - Initial Study Resolution Recommending Approval of General Plan Amendment 00-02A Resolution Recommending Approval of General Plan Amendment 00-02C Resolution Recommending Approval of Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02 Resolution Recommending Approval of Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03 GPA 00-02A & -02C Existing General Plan Land Use Route 30 Fwy. hland Ave. ~ Application Site GP Land Use Designations ~ FLOOD CONTROL I UTILITY CORRIDOR ~ LOW ~ LOW MEDIUM m NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ~ OFFICE ~ OPEN SPACE rP~T} VERY LOW no scale m ~ VCPA 00-02 & -03 Existing Zoning Designations VCPA 0C~02 & -03 Route 30 Fwy.future village commercial site · · ,, ...... ~-m~ hland Ave. ......... ooooo~0~0~ ; ; ; ' '*~$ooooot Village Commercial Site 5........ 5 ; ; 5;5~o,ooo°°°°* Zoning Design~ons ~ ; ; . ;;;;', oooooooooo~ ~FLOODCON~OLIU~LI~CORRI~R LOW ..........~~* ~ LOW MEDIUM ; ;: ;: ;: :::" " Windrows ~ REGION~RE~D ........ ~ neighborh~d ........... single-family ~ OPEN SPACE ........... n~ singl~fami~ ~ ~RY LOW ........ neighbo~ N no scale JUSTIFICATION IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATION FOR A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA SUBMITTED BY LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS July 15, 2000 Revised August 17, 2000 Project Description Lewis Retail Centers, project applicant, is requesting approval of a General. Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment for a 1.244 acre site located at the northeast corner of Highland Avenue and Day Creek Bourlevard in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. This application is for land use entitlement only; appropriate applications to permit development of a specific project on the site will be submitted pursuant to the approval by the City of the General Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment. Lewis Retail Centers currently owns the 1.244 acre site proposed for development described as Site A on'the attached Site Plan Map: The proposed development project will include the use of an adjacent .235 acre property, currently owned by CalTrans and described as Site B on the attached Site Plan Map, which Lewis intends to acquire and make a part of the overall project. The application submitted by Lewis Retail Centers is intended for processing concurrently with a City initiated application to amend the .General Plan and Community Plan land use designation for the adjacent CalTrans propertY. The CalTrans property was originally acquired for construction of the Route 30 Freeway. Based upon the final design of the Route 30 Freeway, CalTrans determinedthat the site is'no longer needed for freeway right of way proposes. Lewis Retail Centers proposes to acquire the CalTrans'property as'par~ of the overall Commercial development project pr~pgsed on the adjacent Property addressed by this apPlicatign. The pr°jest site owned by Lewis Retail Centers has a General Plan land use designation of Low/Medium Residential and is located within the Victoria Community Plan, which designates the site for Low Density Residential development. Due to the size and irregular configuration of the project site resulting from the final alignment of the Route 30 freeway, development of the site for residential purposes is physically and economically infeasible. Development ora small commercial center to include convenience retail and/or automotive service station uses is a viable use of the site. The applicant is requesting approval ora General Plan Amendment changing the General Plan land use designation for the site from Residential to Neighborhood Commercial and a Community Plan Amendment changing the land use plan and zoning for the site from Low Density Residential to Village Commercial. While a definitive development program and user for the site have not yet been identified, the applicant anticipates that development of an automotive service station with a convenience retail center and car wash is a viable use for the site. The attached conceptual site plan was prepared in order to evaluate the potential for development of an automotive service station with a convenience store and car wash. The final development program potentially could include a drive-through restaurant in addition to the convenience retail and service station uses. If the City approves the proposed General Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment, development of the project site with the commercial uses described above will require approval of Exhibit '~" a conditional use permit and design review. Pursuant to obtaining approval of the General Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment, the applicant will identify a specific development program and submit a detailed site plan and architectural drawings in conformance with the adopted development standards for each proposed use as part of an application for a conditional use permit and design review. The applicant has met with the City's Engineering Division to review the conceptual site plan to identify any potential access issues to be addressed as part of an application for development of the site. The City's Engineering Division identified the need to re-stripe Highland Avenue in order to provide for adequate vehicular ingress and egress to the project site. A striping plan for Highland Avenue will be submitted for the City's review as part of an application for a conditional use permit and design review. Development of the project will require approval of the following entitlements: General Plan Amendment The project will require an amendment to the City's General Plan changing the land use designation from Low/Medium Residential Density to Neighborhood Commercial. Amendment to the Victoria Community Plan The applicant is proposing a Community Plan Amendment to the Victoria Community Plan to change the zoning designation fxom Low Density Residential to Village Commercial. Conditional Use Permit/Design Review Approval of a conditional use permit and design review will be required for development of an automotive service station, car wash, convenience store, and/or fast food restaurant. Pursuant to approval by the City of the application for a General Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment, the applicant will submit appropriate applications to the City for a conditional use permit and design review. ~SITE PLAN MAP ~ m VAC~ NT I VACANT !~ ~ '------- ~ --'~="-"~ ...... ~ ......--.-, L-- ..... -- ......... % / UNDER ~x cousin Jc~ou ~ / ~ VACANT ~ (VILLAGE COMMERCIAL) VACANT .,,,./('VILLAGE SFD , ~,COMMERCIAL) LEWIS RET.&IL CENTERS GEIqE1L~ PLAN AMENDMENT COMMIJlqlTY PLAIq AMENDMEN~ ZONE BOUNDARY 7/~5/oo ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM c, o, Ra ,oC a (Part I - Initial Study) Planning D~4~On (909) 477-2750 The purpose of this form .is to inform the City of the basic components of the proposed project so that the City may review the project pursuant to City policies, ordinances, and guidelines; me California Environmental Quality Act; and the City=s RUles and Procedures to Implement CEQA. It is important that the information requested in this application be provided in full. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete at the b'rne of submittal; City staff will not be available to pefforrn work required to provide missing information. Application Number for the project to which this fon~ pertains: Ge,nepal Plan Amendment O0.02~and Victoria Communi'ty Plan Amendment 00-02 Project Title: Name & Addmssofproje~ owners): Lewis Retail Centers 1156 N. Mountain Avenue Upland, CA 91785 Name&Address ~developerorproje~ sponsoc Lewfs Retail Centers 1156 N. M0untafn Avenue Upland, CA 91785-0670 ContactPe~on & Gary Bauer, Director Address: Con~erctal Constructi'on & Project Management 1156 N, Mountai~n Avenue Upland, CA 91785-0670 h\P LANNIN G~J:INAL~FOR MS'COU NTER~JNITSTD 1.VVPD 3/00 Page, Name & Address of person pmpadng th~ ~[rn ~ diffemnt f~m above): Debby Linn L.D. King, Inc. 2151 Convention Center Nay, Suite 100 Ontario, CA 91764-4464 Telephone (909) 937-0200 Numbe~ Infon-nation indicated by astedsk (') is not required of non-constroction CUP=s ur~less otherwise requested by staff. '1) Provide a full scale (8-1/2 x 11) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site, and indicate the site boundatfes. 2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representative views into the ,site from the north, south, east and west; views into and from the site from the pdmary access points which serve the site; and representative views of signiticant features fmom the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph. 3) PrejectLocatien(descdbe): N/E Corner of Day Creek Blvd. and Highland Avenue in the Ci~ty of Rancho Cucamonga: 4) Assessor-s Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if 2 2 7- 3 51 - 65 necessary): '5) Gross Site Area (ac/sq. ft.): 1. 244 Acres '6) Net Site Area (total site size minus area of public streets & proposed dedications): [. 244 Acres 7) Descdbe any proposed general plan amendment or zone change which would affect the project site (attach additional sheet if necessary: See Attac)~ed '?LANNING~FINAL~FORMS\COUNTER~INITSTD1.WPD 3/00 . Page2 ,~ 41~ . ~ Include a descfipt~n of all permEs which wfll be necessa~ from the Ci~ of Rancho Cucamonga and o~er governmental agencies ~ o~er ~ ~lly implement ~e pmje~: General Plan Amendment, CommUnity Plan Amendment, Conditional Use Permit and Design Review, See attached for further information 9)Describe ~e phy~cal se~ng of the ~te as ~ ex~ be~m ~e pn~ie~ including ~rmation on topograph~ soil stabili~, p~nts and animals, matura trees, trails and muds. d~age coupes, and scen~ aspens. Descdbe any ex~bWg stru~ums on site (in~uding age and condition) and the use of the statures. A~ach photographs of ~gn~cant ~atums described. ~ addition, site afl sources of ~n~nation ~.e., geological and/or hydmlog~ stu~e$, bio~c and a~he~og~al su~eys, t~ffic s~die~: , The project s~te fs a gently sloping site, slopi'ng from north to south. The site is currently uti'llzed Dy Caltrans as a construction staging area and contains stockpi'les of.sand, gravel, and other construction materials used for the construck tlon Of the Route 30.free~ray. The site contains no existing trees or other plant materials wi'th t§.e excepti'on of weedli'ke plants. Highland Avenue, servi'ng t~e project site, is improved to the ultimate right of way. The intersectton of Day CreeR Blvd. and ~ighland Ave, is'signalized. Day Creek Blvd. servi~ng th.e project si"te w~ll 6e completed north of Bi,bland Ave. to the ultimate ~?gh~.... _ of ~ ~t t~e tithe ~f completion of Route 30. lO)Describe the known cultural and/or historical aspects of the site. Site all sources of inforrna§on (books, published repo/ts and oral histom/): No l~nown ~rceol.ogi,'cal ~'esources e~i~t ~n the site. A cultural resources report was pFe~red as pa?t ef t~te EnviYenmental Ilnpact Report certified by the City in support o)~ (~ene~, ~1 )~l~n A~lendments 'g6JO3B and 97~011 and Victoria Community Plan,amendments 96~CLl ~nd 9Y~(I1, ~h~it l~nclude t§.e project sfte, i:~PLANNING~FINAL~FORMS~COUNTER~INITSTDI.WPD 3/00 Page 3 . '11) Descdbe any noise sources and their levels that now affect the site (aircraft, roadway noise, etc.) and how they will affect proposed uses: The project site is currently affected by traffic noise generated from traffic along Highland Avenue, With the completion.'a~d~iuse o%~)Route 30 and Day Creek Blvd. the site will be further affected Dy traffic noise. These existing and future noise sources will not affect the use oi~ the site for commercial purposes, 12) Desc~be the proposed project in detail: This should provide an adequate desc~fpt~n of the site in terms of ultimate use which will result from the proposed project. Indicate ff there am proposed phases for development, the extent of development to occur with each phase, and the anticipated completion of each incromenL Attach addibonal sheet(s) ff necessary: See Attached 13)Describe the surrounding properties, including infomnation on plants and animals and any cultural, historical, or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, commercial, etc.), intensity of land use (one-family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.) and scale of development (height, frontage, setback, rear yard, etc.): The si*re is bounded §y si'ngle family res~denta~, uses on me sbuth ahd southeast, future 'single fam~ly uses on the south, future Route 30 freeway on the north, and futu?e comme~c~al uses un the west. Will Se prepesed project change the pa~em, sca~ or character of ~e surrounding general area of ~e project? Th~ proposed p~oject i~ compati'b~e w~th the pattern, scale and character of the surrounding a~ea ~s estaDl~ed ~n the ¥i'ctori'a community Plan. I:~LANNIN G~ClNAL~ORMS\COU NTERU NITSTD I.WPD 3/00 Page4 ,. · 1~ thdica~ the type of short.arm and ~ng-term n~se ~ be generated, including source and amount. How Nil these noise ~vel$ affe~ adjacent pmpe~ies and on-site use& V~at me.ods of sound proofing am proposed? A future commercial development on the site will generate traffic noise; however, noise levels should not exceed those generated from traffic along Highland Ave., Day Creek Blvd,, ahd Route 30, Short t~rm and long term noise levels will be evaluated as part of the review of a Conditional Use Permit for the development of the project, '1 ~ ~dica~ proposed mmova~ and/or mplacemen~ of mature or scenic trees: There are no mature or scentc trees on the project site. l~d~ateanybodiesofwater(inc~dingdomes§cwa~rsupplie~ ~which ~esitedra~s: Storm water from the slate drains into existing drain connections to Day Creek Channel.. 18) Indicate expected amount of water usage. (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For further cladficaUon, please contact the Cucamonga County Water Distdct at 987-2591. a. Residential (gal~day) Peak use (gal/Day) b. Commercial~Trial. (gal~day/ac) S~ee Attached Peak use (gal~rain/ac) 19)Indicate preposed method of sewage disposal. Septic Tank Sewer. If septic tanks are proposed, attach percolation tests. If discha~e to a sanitary sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation: (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For further cladfication, please contact the Cucarnonga County Water Distdct at 987- 2591. a. Residential (gal~day) b. CommerciaVInd. (gal/day~ac? See AttacFted RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS: 20) Number of residential units: Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot size and maximum lot size: Attached (indicate whether units are rental or for sale units): 21)Anticipated range of sale pdces and/or rents: Sale P~fce(s) $. to $ Rent (per month) $. to $. 22) SpeCify number of bedrooms by unit type: 23) Indicate anticipated household size by unit type: 24)Indicate the expected number of school children who wfll be residing within the project: Contact the apprepdate School Districts as shown in Attachment B: a, Elementary: b. Junior High: c. Senior High COMMERCIAL. INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS 25) Descdbe type of use(s) and major function(s) of commercial, industrial or institutional See Attached 26) Total floor area of commercial, industrial, or institutional uses by type: See Att(~ched I:~PLAN NING~FINAL~FORM SkCOU NTER~INITSTD 1 .WPD 3/00 . Page6 /~17 27) Indicate hours of operation: See Attached 28) Number of Total: See Attached employees: Maximum Shift: Time of Maximum Shift: 29) Provide breakdown of anticipated job classifications, including wage and salad/ranges, as well as an indication of the rate of hire for each classification (attach additional sheet if necessa*'y): See Attached 3~ Estimation ofthe numberofworkersto be hiredthatcurrenflyre~de ~ the Ci~: See Attached '31)For commercial and indust~fal uses only, indicate the source, type and amount of airpollution emissions. (Data should be vedfied through the South Coast Air Quality Management District, at (818) 572-6283): See Attached ALL PROJECTS 32)Have the water, sewer, fire, and flood control agencies serving the project been contacted to deten'nine iheir ability to provide adequate service to the proposed project? ff so, please indicate their response. See Attached 3) In the known history of this property, has there been any use, storage, or disch~,~e of hazardous and/or toxic mate#als? Examples of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, but are not limited to PCB s; radioactive substances; pesticides and herbicides; fuels, oils. sotvents, and other flammable liquids and gases. Also note underground storage of any of the above. Please list the materials and descdbe their use. sforege, and/or discharge on the p~operty, as well as the dates of use, if known. There is no known history of use of the site for storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxi'c materi'als. In the event Caltrans has stored or discharged hazardo'us and/or toxi'c ~uDstances on the site, the site conditions will be remedtated by Caltrans i'n accordance with local and state requirements prior to transfer of ti'tle to't~e applicant 34) Will the proposed pmject involve the temporary or long-term use. storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials, including but not limited to those examples listed above? If yes, provide an inventory of all such materials to be used and proposed method of disposal. The location of such uses, along wllh the storage and shipment areas, shall be shown and labeled on the application plans: - The proposed applicate,ion for ]and use entitlement ~or the project site does not involve the temporary o~ long term use, storage, or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials. I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for adequate evaluaUon of this project to the best of my ability, that the facts, statements, and information presented are tme and correct tot he best of my knowledge and belief. I further understand that additional information may be required to be subrellted before an adequate evaluation can be made by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Date: ~" ~' Signature: '[Tile: I:~PLANN ING~FINAL~FORMS\COU NTER~INITSTD 1.WPD 3/00 ' Page8 ATTACHMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM (Part I-Initial Study) Response to Questions 7 and 12 Lewis Retail Centers, project applicant, is requesting approval of a General Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment for a 1.244 acre site located at the northeast corner of Highland Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. This application is for land use entitlement only; appropriate applications to permit development of a specific project on the site will be submitted pursuant to the approval by the City of the General Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment. Lewis Retail Centers currently owns the 1.244 acre site proposed for development described as Site A on the attached Site Plan Map. The proposed development project will include the use of an adjacent .235 acre property, currently owned by CalTrans and described as Site B on the attached Site Plan Map, which Lewis intends to acquire and make a part of the overall project. The application submitted by Lewis Retail Centers is intended for processing concurrently with a City initiated application to amend the General Plan and Community Plan land use designation for the adjacent CalTrans property. The CalTrans property was originally acquired for construction of the Route 30 Freeway. Based upon the final design of the Route 30 Freeway, CalTrans determined that the site is no longer needed for freeway right of way purposes. Lewis Retail Centers proposes to acquire the CalTrans property as part of the overall commercial development project proposed for the adjacent property addressed by this application. The project site owned by Lewis Retail Centers has a General Plan land use designation of Low/Medium Residential and is located within the Victoria Community Plan, which designates the site for Low Density Residential development. Due to the size and irregular configuration of the project site resulting from the final alignment of the Route 30 freeway, development of the site for residential purposes is physically and economically infeasible. Development of a small commercial center to include convenience retail and/or automotive service station uses is a viable use of the site. The applicant is requesting approval ora General Plan Amendment changing the General Plan land use designation for the site fi-om Residential to Neighborhood Commercial and a Community Plan Amendment changing the land use plan and zoning for the site fi'om Low Density Residential to Village Commercial. While a definitive development program and user for the site have not yet been identified, the applicant anticipates that development of an automotive service station with a convenience retail center and car wash is a viable use for the site. The attached conceptual site plan was prepared in order to evaluate the potential for development of an automotive service station with a convenience store and car wash. The final development program potentially could include a drive-through restaurant in addition to the convenience retail and service station uses. If the City approves the proposed General Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment, development of the project site with the commercial uses described above will require approval of a conditional use permit and design review. Pursuant to obtaining approval of the General Plan Amendment and Community Plan Amendment, the applicant will identify a specific development program and submit a detailed site plan and architectural drawings in conformance with the adopted development standards for each proposed use as part of an application for a conditional use permit and design review. Attachment to Environmental Information Form Page 2 of 2 The applicant has met with the City's Engineering Division to review the conceptual site plan to identify any potential access issues to be addressed with the submittal of a development plan application. The City's Engineering Division identified the need to m-stripe Highland Avenue in order to provide for adequate vehicular ingress and egress to the project site. A striping plan for Highland Avenue will be submitted for City review as part of an application for a conditional use permit and design review. Response to Question 18 Expected amount of water usage will be identified pursuant to identification of a specific development project for the site at a later date. This information will be included in future applications for development perrmts including the initial study to be completed as part of a conditional use permit application. Response to Question 19 Any future development project proposed for the project site will include the use of sewer as the method of sewage disposal. Information regarding daily sewage generation for the proposed project will be provided as part of future applications for development permits including the initial study prepared in support of a conditional use permit application. Response to Questions 25 through 30 At the time that a specific development program and a user are identified for the project site, an application for a conditional use permit and design review will be submitted to the City. This application will include information on the type of use and major functions of the commercial use, the hours of operation, number and shifts of employees, a breakdown of anticipated job classifications, and an estimate of the number of workers to be hired that will reside in the City. Response to Question 31 At the time that a specific development program has been identified for the project site, an application for a conditional use permit will be submitted to the City accompanied by the City's Environmental Information Form. As part of this application, information on the source, type, and amount of air pollution emissions will be verified through the South Coast Air Quality Management District per each use proposed for the site and included in the application to the City. Response to Question 32 The enclosed application is for land use entitlements. Approval if this application will require the submittal of an application for a conditional use permit in order to develop a project on the site. A specific development program has not yet been identified, and for this reason, agencies providing water, sewer, fire, and flood control to the project site have not yet been contacted to determine their ability to provide adequate service to the site. Once uses and square footages for each use proposed for development have been identified, these agencies will be contacted and their response included in a conditional use permit application for development of the proposed project. City of Rancho Cucamonga ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM INITIAL STUDY PART II BACKGROUND 1. Project Files: General Plan Amendment 00-02A, Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, General Plan Amendment 00-02C, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03 2. Related Files: 3. Description of Project: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02A - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commemial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue - APN- 227-351-65. VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02 - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider Community Plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area - APN: 227-351-65. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02C-CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA- A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for approximately .24 acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-03- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for .24 acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider community plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area. 4. Project Sponsors' Name and Address: Lewis Retail Centers City of Rancho Cucamonga 1156 N. Mountain Avenue 10500 Civic Center Drive Upland, CA 91785-0670 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 5. General Plan Designation: Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) 6. Zoning: Victoria Community Plan, Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) 7. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: To the north is the new Route 30 Freeway, to the east is the continuation of Highland Avenue and the single family neighborhood of Victoria Windrows, to the south is newly developed single family neighborhood, and to the west is new single family development and a vacant Village Commercial site. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 2 8. Lead ~,gency Name and Address: City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 9. Contact Person and Phone Number: Alan Warren (909) 477-2750 10. Other agencies whose approval is required: None ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," or "Less Than Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. (x) Land Use and Planning (x) Transportation/Circulation Public Services ( ) Population and Housing Biological Resources Utilities and Service Systems (x) Geological Problems Energy and Mineral Resources Aesthetics ( ) Water Hazards Cultural Resources (x) Air Quality (x) Noise Recreation ( ) Mandatory Findings of Significance DETERMINATION On the basis of this initial evaluation: (x) I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. Signed: ~--~.~--~ Alan V~'arren Associate Planner August 23, 2000 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an explanation is required for all "Potentially Significant impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," and "Less Than Significant Impact" answers, including a discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 3 Impact inc o erpoimtedPot ~t aJ/ySignificantimpact Impact LesS Impact 1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposah a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ( ) (x) ( ) b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? ( ) ( ) (x) c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the vicinity?. ( ) ( ) (x) d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community? ( ) (x) ( ) Comments: a-d) The project is a request to change the land use designation for the site from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commemial. The area in question is a remnant pamel left over from the construction of the Route 30 Freeway and the realignment of Highland Avenue along the freeway's south side. Use of the small site, surrounded on all sides by significant vehicle traffic, for residential purposes would expose residents to high levels of traffic noise. This fact alone does not make the site compatible with the noise policies of the General Plan. The site is near an already commercially designated site on the west side of Day Creek Boulevard. The change of the subject site to commercial would be compatible with the existing commercial land to the west. The General Plan Amendment and Victoria Community Plan Amendment are the prescribed procedures for requesting land use changes. 2. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposah a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population projections? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable housing? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Page 4 Comments: a) The use of the site for commemial purposes would not allow residential units and therefore not increase the population of the area. b) The project will result in residential growth potential in the immediate area. This growth is part of the expansion of the approved planned community. c) The removal of the site from the residential land inventory would only lower the anticipated housing count by no more that 5 or 6 units 3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault rupture? ( ) ( ) (x) b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) (x) ( ) c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ( ) (x) ( ) d) Seiche hazards? ( ) ( ) (x) e) Landslides or mudflows? ( ) ( ) (x) f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable soil conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? ( ) ( ) (x) g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) ( ) (x) h) Expansive soils? ( ) ( ) (x) i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-c) No known faults pass through the site, it is not in an Earthquake Fault Zone, nor is it in the Rancho Cucamonga City Special Study Zone along the Red Hill Fault. The Red Hill Fault, or Etiwanda Avenue Fault, passes within 1 mile northwest of the site, and the Cucamonga Fault Zone lies approximately 3 miles north. These faults are both capable of producing Mw 6.0 - 7.0 earthquakes, respectively. Also, the San Jacinto Fault, capable of producing up to Mw 7.5 earthquakes, is 7 miles northeast of the site and the San Andreas Fault, capable of up to Mw 8.2 earthquakes, is 12.5 miles northeast of the site. Each of these faults can produce strong ground shaking. Liquefaction could occur at the site if a strong earthquake coincided with an extended period of heavy rains raising the local water table. Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is Tujunga- Soboda gravelly loam. These soils are relatively stable but may be subject to liquefaction when the water table is relatively shallow. Adhering to the Uniform Building Code will ensure that geologic impacts are less than significant. d) The site is not located near a large body of water. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 5 e) The site is relatively flat, and it is not near any slopes vulnerable to mass-wasting events. f-h) The site is relatively flat, so grading will be minimal. Grading will even out the site and create the necessary slope gradient to allow proper site drainage and avoid erosion. Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is Tujunga gravelly loam. This soil is excessively drained, level to moderately sloping soil formed on alluvial fans. It is relatively stable but subject to liquefaction when the water table is shallow, prior to issuance of building permits, the Building and Safety Division will require a soils report. New structures are required to meet current earthquake standards as required by the Uniform Building Code. The impact is not considered significant. i) The site contains no unique geologic or physical features. 4. WATER. Will the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration of surface water quality (e.g., temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water body?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water movements? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations, or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater?. ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) h) Impacts to groundwater quality?. ( ( ) ( ) (x) i) Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? ( ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00°03 Parle 6 Comments: a) Development with impervious surfaces will affect the rate and amount of surface water runoff. This land use amendment should not significantly affect the amount of change anticipated in previous environmental analysis of the existing land use plans. b) The site is located within the 100-year flood plain of Day Creek; however, the Day Creek Channel system is complete and provides adequate flood protection. c-e) The project site is not located near a body of water. Storm-water runoff will be conveyed to the existing public storm drain system as approved bythe City Engineer. f-i) The project will not interfere with groundwater management practices in the area because the site is not used for groundwater recharging. 5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal: a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ( ) ( ) (x) c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or cause any change in climate? ( ) ( ) (x) d) Create objectionable odors? ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-b) Development will affect the amount of air pollution in the general area. Because of the small size of the site, this land use amendment should not significantly affect the amount of change anticipated in previous environmental analysis of the existing land - use plans. c-d) Affer the land use amendment is approved, it is the applicant's intent to propose a project to construct a vehicle fueling washing facility. This will not generate emissions that could cause climatic changes or objectionable odors due to the development needing to comply with Air Quality District regulations. 6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Page 7 b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) g) Rail or air traffic impacts? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a) As a result of development, additional vehicle and pedestrian traffic will occur because the site is presently vacant. Similar increases would also occur if the property were to develop under the existing land use categories. No significant increase in traffic is anticipated from development under the amended land use categories. The proposed development that will be allowed under the amended land use will benefit from the already significant traffic from the freeway off ramps. No significant traffic, beyond what is already anticipated from the freeway, is expected as a result of the development. b-f) The future commercial development proposal will be required to meet the City's existing street development policies and no significant impacts are anticipated. g) No rail impacts are anticipated. The site is not adjacent to any rail line. 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their habitats (including, but not limited to: plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees, eucalyptus windrow, etc.)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc.)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Page 8 d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian, and vernal pool)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-e) The site is has recently been altered due to the Route 30 Freeway construction. As a result, no sensitive habitat is on-site, nor are any endangered species expected to be evident due to the high level of construction work. 8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? (x) b) Use non-renewable resoumes in a wasteful and inefficient manner? (x) c) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resoume that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? (x) Comments: a-b) The project will not conflict with any energy conservation plans nor be wasteful. c) The project site is located near the Day Creek alluvial fan, an area classified as a Mineral Resoume Zone (MRZ-2). An MRZ-2 zone contains deposits of known value and marketability. However, the State Geologist has determined that the area is not a Designated Area of available resources due to urbanization. ImpactPotentially tin,act Im~Ct Significant 9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 9 b) Possible intederence with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health hazards? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, grass, or trees? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a, c-d) The site has been thoroughly re-graded as a result of the freeway construction. There is no evidence of prior commemial or industrial uses. No evidence of discarded drums, containers, hazardous wastes, or discolored soils have been observed. There was no indication of underground storage tanks or illegal dumping of refuse on-site. b) Any future development will be required to be designed to accommodate emergency vehicles and is be accessible from two access points. e) The site is not located in a fire hazard area. 10. NOISE. Will the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Comments: a) The site is presently vacant and generates no noise levels. After development with a vehicle fueling station, noises associated with vehicle traffic is expected. This level is expected to be less than significant due to the surrounding area's ambient noise levels generated primarily from the freeway. b) Any future commemial project will be affected by the traffic noise from the freeway. Because the freeway is elevated adjacent to the site, the levels should not be significantly severe or higher that other similarly zoned property nearby. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 10 11. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Schools? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Other governmental services? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-e) The project site is in an area originally zoned Low Density residential. The City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan for services was based on the assumption this parcel would have 2-4 dwellings per acre. The project site has since been incorporated into the Victoria Community Plan and rezoned to Village Commercial residential. At this category and small size of the site, no significant services impacts area anticipated. Standard conditions of approval from the Uniform Building and Fire Codes will be placed on the project. No mitigation is required. Fire and Police protection - Additional protection will be required for the new commercial activity. However, as the project requires fewer resources than are accommodated within the General Plan, the impact is less than significant, Schools -The change to commercial uses from the existing residential designation · will eliminate the anticipated student generation from the site. Parks - The proposed project will not increase the need for park and recreation services through the potential for increased population growth since the site will not now be developed with residential structures. Public facilities -The proposed project will incrementally increase traffic on adjacent streets. Consistent with the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council, the developer will pay all appropriate development impact fees, 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 11 b) Communication systems? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) e) Storm water drainage? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) f) Solid waste disposal? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) g) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-g) The commemial development anticipated to be built after the land use change will include a vehicle fueling and washing facility. The proposed development will extend, as necessary, existing systems and utilities available in the immediate area. The proposed project will not require major modifications or alterations to the existing utility systems. 13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Create light or glare? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a-b) The site is immediately adjacent to the above-grade freeway surface. The new freeway is not designated as a scenic highway. Also, the site is immediately adjacent to the above-grade freeway sudace, which is around 27 feet above the site. Any development on the site should not affect any views to the north. c) Any future project will create new light and glare as the site is currently vacant. Any development will be required to conform to the City's parking lot lighting and sign ordinance which requires non-obtrusive lighting. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 12 14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Disturb paleontological resoumes? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Disturb amhaeological resources? ( ) ( ) (x) c) Affect historical or cultural resoumes? ( ) ( ) (x) d) Have the potential to cause a physical change, which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? ( ( ) (x) e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? ( ( ) (x) Comments: a-e) The site, while on an alluvial fan, was recently disturbed due to freeway construction; therefore, the likelihood of finding historical or cultural resources is minimal and impacts are not considered significant. 15. RECREATION. Would the proposah a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) CommentS: a) Any proposed commercial project should not increase the need for park and recreation services through population growth. The developer of any project will pay the appropriate fees in accordance with Development Impact Fee Schedules adopted by the City Council. b) There is no impact to existing recreational opportunities as the site and property surrounding the project area is designated for additional commercial development. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Parle 13 Significant Impact LeSs 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Short term: Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time. Long-term impacts will endure well into the future.) ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? ( ) ( ( ) (x) Comments: a) The project site, recently disturbed due to freeway construction, does not contain Natural Resoumes as identified on Figure V-3 of the General Plan. Additionally, the site does not contain any Coastal Sage Scrub, Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub, or Delhi-Sands flowering-loving fly habitat. No sensitive species were detected on- site and it is unlikely any will move onto the site due to the lack of natural habitat and on-going freeway construction. b) During construction of any future development, there is the possibility of fugitive dust to be emitted from grading the site and dust emissions could be sufficient to warrant the use of water or other dust palliatives at this site. Soumes of emissions during this phase include exhaust emissions from construction vehicles and equipment and fugitive dust generated as a result of construction vehicles and equipment traveling over exposed surfaces. NOxand PM~o levels may be exceeded during this phase. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 00-02A, VCPA 00-02, GPA 00-02C, VCPA 00-03 Page 14 Existing dust reduction requirements enfomed by the City Building & Safety Division will reduce impacts to less than significant. c) The developer of any commercial project will be required to pay development impact fees established by the City Council, the rates of which have been set to mitigate the potential impacts to fire protection service, police protection services, and other governmental services to less than significant. To the extent that a project may impact utility resources provided by private utility companies, potential impacts upon such services will be mitigated by payment of rates and fees set by each utility agency. d) Any proposed commemial project on 1.244 acres would not cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. Therefore, impacts are less than significant. EARLIER ANALYSES Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in the following earlier document(s) pursuant to applicable legal standards, and such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. The following earlier analyses were utilized in completing this Initial Study and are available for review in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Division offices, 10500 Civic Center Drive (check all that apply): (x) General Plan EIR (Certified April 6, 1981) (x)Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 General Plan Update (SCH #88020115, certified January 4, 1989) (x) Victoria Planned Community EIR (Certified May 20, 1981 ) AYES: MAClAS, MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE - carried ~ G. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT O0-02A - LEWI,C; RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue - APN: 227-351-65. Related files: Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, General Plan Amendment 00-02C, and Victoda Community Plan Amendment 00-03. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. H. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02 - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875), located at the northeast comer of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider Community Plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area -APN: 227-351-65. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02A, General Plan Amendment 00-02C, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. I. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02C- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial for approximately .24 acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast comer of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02A, Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. J. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Village Commercial for .24 acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875 near the northeast comer of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The City will also consider community plan text changes to better define the scope of Village Commercial development in the immediate area. Related files: General Plan Amendment O0-02A, Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02, and General Plan Amendment 00-02C. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Alan Warren, Associate Planner presented the staff report and bdefly explained the limits applied to General Plan Amendments and the remaining calendar year. Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing. Gerry Bryan, P. O. Box 670, Rancho Cucamonga, of Lewis Investment Company, stated he had not attended the neighborhood meeting but understands the concerns of the residents, however, he noted that he believes the appropriate time to address those concerns is when interested parties are before the Commission and at that time they can determine the appropriateness of the user of the property. He indicated that a user would have to be found before moving on to the next step. He added that the property lines to the north and west of the property are restricted by Caltrans and that Planning Commission Minutes -6- September 27, 2000 there is no vehicular access to the onramp or from Day Creek Boulevard, resulting in the only access from Highland Avenue· Chairman McNiel asked what kind of tenants would the applicants foresee on the property. Mr· Bryan responded that they had a brief discussion about a gas station or car wash, but it has not yet been fully marketed before moving to the next step. Chairman McNiel asked if the property to the west also belongs to Lewis and also the Village Commercial property that is west and south of the property. Mr. Bryan indicated that those pieces do not belong to Lewis but belong to William Lyon· Commissioner Stewart asked if negotiations are nearly completed with Caltrans for property that had to be sold to them. Mr. Bryan said they are very near the conclusion of their purchase. He added that 24 tenths of an acre would in effect be added to the parcel because it is a remnant piece, that is too small for them · to work with. James Martin, 6527 Mimosa Place, Rancho Cucamonga, stated that he is in opposition to the project for the following raasons: 1) The incompatibility of the project with existing adjacent homes. The suggestion of a gas station with a convenience retail center, car wash or drive-through restaurants are incompatible with a quiet residential neighborhood. 2) The Environmental Information form is wrong and intentionally misleading, It relates the project with the surrounding area without noting impacts to residents. Additionally it notes traffic noise as not exceeding existing levels but does not take into consideration additional traffic from the freeway. 3) The Environmental Information Form attachment indicates a response to Question #32 which disregards the Police Department and any acknowledgement that mini- marts are high-risk crime occupancies. The City's police department has a reputation of slow response times as well as slow\understaffed se~/ice from the Code Enforcement unit especially at night. 4) The Environmental Information Form does not recognize the storage of gasoline as involving "temporary or long term use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials." 5) The Environmental Checklist Form, Initial Study, Part II, Item #1, comments a-d explain significant traffic would expose residents to high levels of traffic noise, yet the form indicates a less than significant impact. 6) Item #3, a-c comments that the site is close to many faults yet less than significant impact is indicated. Fuel circulation systems are not covered by the UBC and are still vulnerable to heavy shaking. 7) Item #5 d - Air Quality states no impact from objectionable odors. Fast food restaurants can produce such objectionable odors next to homes. Planning Commission Minutes -7- September 27, 2000 8) Item ~b regarding transportation and circulation does not identify hazards from sharp curves. Nightly, speeders squeal tires rounding the new curves on Highland Avenue. The access point will create issues. 9) It is improper to suggest that no impact could result from spillage of hazardous materials, fuels, oils, etc. 10) Item 13c states no impact from light or glare, yet the comments indicate light or glare could result from a future project. 11) Item #16c ignores the cumulative impacts of this application and any probable future project including a car wash, fueling station restaurant and min-mart. Mr. Martin asked that if vehicles do not negatively impact traffic as a whole, why does the City collect traffic impact fees from the developers of gas stations. Additionally, he added that Graffiti was not mentioned, but that the wall behind his home has been tagged 20-30 times since the tract was built 15 years ago. He remarked that negative impacts with the sale of beer and wine such as loitering, debris, and broken or thrown bottles could not be excluded as well as the problem of a teenage hangout with pre-teens scaling the wall and jaywalking across Highland for a shortcut to the mart. He stated that the issue of open space had been omitted noting that residents had been paying into a maintenance distdct over the last 15 years and therefore the area should remain open space. Mr. Martin noted that the City spent thousands of dollars fighting the approval of the Fourth Street Rock Crusher and now the City is open to a greater intrusion across the street. Mr. Martin claimed the project is only for monetary gain to Lewis Corp and asked the Commission to return the property to open space and to those who have paid to maintain it for the past 15 years. Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing. Brad Buller, City Planner, remarked that references to a project is speculative and that any prospective users will be subject a Conditional Use Permit as well as Environmental Review. The request is for a change in land use and that it makes no sense for the property to remain as a residential designation. He added that Village Commercial is the lowest intensity commercial designation permitted in Victoria and that the Planning Commission and City Council will have other opportunities to review proposed uses and any related environmental impacts. Alan Warren concurred stating the use is subject to discretiona~ review and that the City can approve, modify, or deny any proposed use. He added that the analysis prepared is broad in nature and that there may be other possible uses that may have less impact, reiterating that staff will know more when a specific application is proposed. He cited that if an office building was proposed, then the answer to there being any impacts from hazardous materials would in fact be "no." He cladfied that the responses referred to by Mr. Martin were staff responses and not those of the applicant. Commissioner Tolstoy stated that he does not believe there is any sense in leaving a piece of land that small as a residential designation. He added that Neighborhood Commercial would be the best designation but the caveat would be to keep in mind that we do not want to see a freeway sign. Commissioner Stewart indicated that she concurs, it makes no sense to keep it as residential. She added that to allay Mr. Martin's concerns, this Commission offers protection through design review and also reviews environmental concerns thoroughly. Ms. Stewart moved for approval. Chairman McNiel clarified that her motion pertains to all 4 resolutions. Planning Commission Minutes -8- September 27, 2000 Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by Tolstoy, to recommend approval for all 4 resolutions pertaining to General Plan Amendment 00-02A, Victoda Community Plan Amendment 00-02, General Plan Amendment 00-02C, and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03. All 4 items will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: MACIAS, MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE - carded K. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02B - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - A request to change the land use designation from Commercial to High Residential (24-30 dwelling units per acre) for 1.3 acres at the southwest intersection of Malvem Avenue and Salina Street. APN209-041-47. Related files: Development District Amendment 00-03 and Development Agreement 00-02. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration, L. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT 00-03- SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - A request to change the zoning designation from General Commercial to High Residential (24-30 dwelling units per acre) with a Senior Housing Overlay District for 1.3 acres at the southwest intersection of Malvem Avenue and Salina Street. APN 209-041-47. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02B and Development Agreement 00-02. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. M. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 00-02 - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - A Development Agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Southem California Housing Development Corp. for the purpose of providing a Senior Housing Project pursuant the requirements of the Senior Housing Overlay District (Section 27.020.040 of the Development Code), including deviation from certain development standards, for48 senior apartment units and one manager unit on a High Residential (24-30 dwelling units per acre) site of 1.3 acres of land at the southwest intersection of Malvem Avenue and Salina Street. APN: 209-041-47. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-02B, and Development District Amendment 00-03. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Alan Warren, Associate Planner gave the staff report. Mr. Warren noted that a petition opposing the project was received bearing 90 signatures. Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing. Traies Roe, a housing officer for Southern California Housing Development Corporation gave a lengthy presentation covering the history of Southern Califomia Housing Development Corporation, the need for affordable senior housing in Rancho Cucamonga and addressed the concerns of the residents. She added that she had 5 letters of support in addition to a brochure outlining the services and activities offered by their projects. She noted that Julie Monga, a manager of one of their projects as well as Angel Rogers, a property manager for one of their projects and Peter Pitassi, Architect were also in attendance. She noted that Villa Paciflca is the only other facility existing in town that offers affordable senior apartments with a waiting list of 300 people. She stated that the concern about the site location next to a school/park is unfounded, that her survey reflects that Planning Commission Minutes -9- September 27, 2000 City of Rancho Cucamonga NEGATIVE DECLARATION The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code. Project File No.: General Plan Amendment 00-02A and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02 - Lewis Retail Centers General Plan Amendment 00-02C and Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03 - City Of Rancho Cucamonga Public Review Period Closes: July 18, 2001 Project Applicant: Lewis Retail Centers/City of Rancho Cucamonga Project Location (also see attached map): Located at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Highland Avenue - APN: 227-351-65 and immediately east of that parcel, currently within the Caltrans right of way. Project Description: A request to change the land use designation from Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial in the General Plan and Village Commemial in the Victoria Community Plan for 1.244 acres (Lot 73 of Tract 15875) and approximately .24 acre adjacent to the east side of Lot 73 of Tract 15875. FINDING This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding: [] The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment. [] The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but: (1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this proposed Negative Declaration was released for public review would avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and (2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a significant effect on the environment. If adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required. Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all related documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 10500 Civic Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax (909) 477-2847. NOTICE The public is invited to comment on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period. JuIv 181 2001 Date of Determination Adopted By RESOLUTION NO. (~) ~-- / '7'~ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02A, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL FOR 1.244 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND HIGHLAND AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 227-881-01. A. Recitals. 1. Lewis Retail Centers filed an application for General Plan Amendment 00-02A as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject General Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On September 27, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and issued Resolution No. 00-104 recommending to the City Council that General Plan Amendment 00-02A be approved. 3. On November 1,2000, and continued to December 20, 2000, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application, and continued said public hearing to an unspecified date. 4. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga continued its review of the application by conducting a duly re-noticed public hearing. 5. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearings on November 1,2000, December 20, 2000, and July 18, 2001, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately 1.244 acres of land, basically a triangular configuration, located on the northeast comer of Highland Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard, and is . presently vacant. Said property is currently designated as Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) on the General Plan Land Use Map; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is being developed with a new State freeway. The property to the east is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and is CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPA00-02A - CITY Of RANCHO CUCAMONGA July 18, 2001 Page 2 developed with a single-family residential neighborhood. The property to the west is designated Neighborhood Commercial and is vacant. The property to the south is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and is developed with a single-family residential neighborhood; and c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development within the distdct in a manner consistent with the General Plan and related development; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties, and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the subject properly is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area by satisfTing the minimum parcel size requirement for the land use designation, and continuing the planned Neighborhood Commercial development pattern along this portion of Day Creek Boulevard; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the conclusions listed in the Initial Study Parts I and II; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan by providing a land use pattern that is complementary with nearby parcels of land. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. That based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPA00-02A - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA July 18, 2001 Page 3 potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the City Council dudng the public hearing, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby recommends approval of General Plan Amendment No. 00-02A by designating the subject site as Neighborhood Commercial. 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF JULY 2001. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: ATTEST: I, Debra Adams City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 18th day of July 2001, by the following vote-to-wit: GPA 00-02A & -02C General Plan Land Use Map Routo 30 Fwy. Ave. ~ Application Site GP Land Use Designations ~ FLOOD CONTROL / UTIUTY CORRIDOR ~ LOW ~ LOW MEDIUM m NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL ~ OFFICE ~ OPEN SPACE ~VERY LOW no scale ORD NA.CE NO. 4 / AN ORDINANCE Of THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00.02, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL FOR 1.244 ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND HIGHLAND AVENUE, AND MAKING TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE DESCRIPTION OF THE VILLAGE COMMERCIAL DESIGNATION, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 227-881-01. A. Recitals. 1. Lewis Retail Centers filed an application for Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02 as described in the title of this Ordinance. Hereinafter in this Ordinance, the subject Victoria Community Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On September 27; 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on an associated General Plan Land Use Amendment and issued Resolution Number 00-104 recommending to the City Council that associated General Plan Amendment 00-02A be approved. 3. On September 27, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and issued Resolution No. 00-105 recommending the application be approved. 4. On November 1,2000, and continued to December 20, 2000, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the associated general plan land use application and on Victoria Specific Plan Amendment 00-02, and continued said public headng to an unspecified date. 5. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the associated General Plan Land Use Application, and issued Resolution No. , approving the associated General Plan Amendment 00-02A. 6. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga continued its review of the application by conducting a duly re-noticed public headng. 7. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred. B. Ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and ordained by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct. 5 CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. VCPA 00-02 - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS July 18, 2001 Page 2 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing on November 1,2000, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately 1.244 acres of land, basically a triangular configuration, located on the northeast comer of Highland Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard, and is presently vacant. Said property is currently designated as Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoda Community Plan; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is being developed with a new State freeway. The property to the south is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and is developed with a single-family residential neighborhood. The property to the west is designated Village Commercial and is vacant. The property to the east is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling unit per acre) and is developed with a single-family residential neighborhood. c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan, and will provide for development within the district in a manner consistent with the General Plan and related development through the land use review process of this application; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element by providing additional Convenience Commercial oppodunities for the nearby residents, and by deleting the potential of residential development from an area of increasing vehicle traffic and noise; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidence by the findings of the environmental assessment. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs I and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area by exceeding the minimum lot width of 150 feet for commercial sites of the Victoda Community Plan, and by its location, is adjacent to existing Village Commercial designated land; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the conclusions listed in the Initial Study Parts I and II; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan by providing a land use pattern that is complementary with nearby existing Village Commercial parcels. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration based upon the findings as follows: CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. VCPA 00-02 - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS July 18, 2001 Page 3 a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines premulgated thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaretion with regard to the application. b. That based upon the changes and alterations, which have been incorporeted into the preposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. c. Pursuant to the previsions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Negative Declaretion for the project, there is no evidence that the preposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resourees or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information previded to the City Council during the public hearing, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the Califomia Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1,2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby recommends approval of Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-02 to change the land use designation to Village Commercial as shown in Exhibit 'W' to this Ordinance, and to amend the description of the Village Commercial Center in the first and second paragraphs on pages 67 and 68 of the Victoria Community Plan shall be amended (bold print added) to read as follows: "Local commercial needs in the Windrows will be served by a Village Commercial Center at Highland Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard. Its location on two major artedal roads is convenient to village residents as they enter or leave the community by automobile, and is also accessible to bicycles and pedestrians via the community trail system. Any potential expansion of the Village Commercial land use area should be clearly intended to primarily serve the nearby residents. Expansion of the Village Commercial in this area should not be established to promote Yreeway dependent' commercial activities." "The architectural theme that is used for the Village Commercial Center should draw upon the character of the older Victorian homes of the Etiwanda area for inspiration. Village Commercial development should focus on enhancing, and not detracting from the rural Etiwanda character. In this regard, commercial development should be visually non-intrusive to the nearby residential neighborhoods." 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance. ZZ7 CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. VCPA 00-02 - LEWIS RETAIL CENTERS July 18, 2001 Page 4 APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF JULY 2001 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: ATTEST: I, Debra Adams City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certiflj that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 18th day of July 2001, by the following vote-to-wit: VCPA 00-02 & -03 Zoning Designations Map VCPA 00-02 Change to Route 30 Fwy. Village Commercial Ave. ~ Application Site Zoning Designations ~ FLOOD CONTROL / UTILITY CORRIDOR ~LOW ~ LOW MEDIUM ~ VilLLAGE COMMERCIAL Windrows ~ ~ REGIONAL RELATED single-family ~ ~ OPEN SPACE neighborhood ~ VERY LOW no scale RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 00-02C, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE)TO NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL FOR .24 ACRE OF LAND LOCATED NEAR THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND HIGHLAND AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. 1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga filed an application for General Plan Amendment No. 00-02C as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject General Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On September 27, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on an associated application and issued Resolution No. 00-104, recommending to the City Council that General Plan Amendment 00-02A be approved for the properly to the west of the application site. 3. On September 27, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and issued Resolution No. 00-106 recommending to the City Council the adoption of General Plan Amendment 00-2C. 4. On November 1,2000, and continued to December 20, 2000, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the application, and continued said public hearing, to an unspecified date. 5. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga continued its review of the application by conducting a duly re-noticed public hearing. 6. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council dudng the above- referenced public headng on November 1, and December 21,2000, and July 18, 2001, including wdtten and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately .24 acres of land, basically a triangular configuration, located on the northeast corner of Highland Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard and is presently vacant. Said property is currently designated as Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) on the General Plan Land Use Map; and CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPA 00 - 02C CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA July 18, 2001 Page 2 b. The property to the north of the subject site is being developed with a new state freeway. The property to the east is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre and is developed with a single family residential neighborhood. The property to the west is designated Neighborhood Commercial and is vacant. The property to the south is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and is developed with a single family residential neighborhood; and c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development within the district in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a That the subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area by satisfying the minimum parcel size requirement for commercial development; and b. That the proposed amendment would have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the conclusions listed in the Initial Study Parts I and II; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan by providing a land use pattem that is complementary with nearby parcels of land. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. That based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPa 00 - 02C CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA July 18, 2001 Page 3 potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the City Council dudng the public headng, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby approves General Plan Amendment No. 00-02C by designating the subject site Neighborhood Commercial. 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF JULY 2001. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: ATTEST: I, Debra Adams City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 18th day of July 2001, by the following vote-to-wit: GPA 00-02A & -02C General Plan Land Use Map Route 30 Fwy. ~--.~,,~ hland Ave ...... , ........,..u.~ . ,~ ~e;"~'or~oo" ....... ~ooooooo. ~ ~plic~ion Site ........ o ....... Commer~ Site ....... ....... ...... . . . , . ~~. oooooooooo<ooooooo=,ooooo~ ~ LowFLOOD CONSOL I U~LI~CORRIDOR ooo ~ LOW MEDIUM ~ OPEN SPACE ...... ~w singl~family ~ VERY LOW ~ ~ 5 5 ~: ;: neigh~ N ~ Qo scale AN ORDINANCE OF THE CiTY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT 00-03, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL FOR .24-ACRE OF LAND LOCATED NEAR THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND HIGHLAND AVENUE, AND MAKING TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE DESCRIPTION OF THE VILLAGE COMMERCIAL DESIGNATION, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. 1. The City of Rancho Cucamonga filed an application for Victoda Community Plan Amendment 00-03 as described in the title of this Ordinance. Hereinafter in this Ordinance, the subject Victoria Community Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On September 27, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted duly noticed public headngs on associated General Plan Land Use Applications, and issued Resolution No.s 00-104 and 00-106 recommending to the City Council that the associated General Plan Amendments 00-02A and 00-02C be approved. 3. On September 27, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and issued Resolution No. 00-107, recommending to the City Council that Victoda Community Plan Amendment 00-03 be approved. 4. On November 1,2000, and continued to December 20, 2000, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the associated General Plan Land Use Application and on Victoda Specific Plan Amendment 00-03, and continued said public hearing to an unspecified date. 5. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the associated General Plan Land Use Application and issued Resolution No. , approving the associated General Plan Amendment 00-02C. 6. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga continued its review of the application by conducting a duly re-noticed public headng. 7. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred. B. Ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and ordained by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct. CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. VCPA 00-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA July 18, 2001 Page 2 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing on November 1,2000, December 20, 2000, and July 18, 2001, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The ap~)lication applies to approximately .24-acre of land, basically a triangular configuration, located on the northeast corner of Highland Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard, and is presently vacant. Said property is currently designated as Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) within the Victoria Community Plan; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is being developed with a new State freeway. The property to the east is designated Low Residential and is developed with a single- family residential neighborhood. The properly to the west is designated Village Commercial and is vacant. The property to the south is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and is developed with a single family residential neighborhood; and c. This amendment does not confiict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan, and will provide for development within the district in a manner consistent with the General Plan and related development through the land use review process of this application; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element by providing additional Convenience Commercial opportunities for the nearby residents, and by deleting the potential of residential development from an area of increasing vehicle traffic and noise; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties, and would not have a significant.impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidence by the findings of the environmental assessment. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public headng and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs I and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district when combined with the parcel immediately adjacent to the site, in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area by the combined site exceeding the minimum lot width of 150 feet for commercial sites of the Victoria Community Plan, and by its location, is adjacent to existing Village Commercial designated land; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the conclusions listed in the Initial Study Parts I and II; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan by providing a land use pattern that is complementary with nearby existing Village Commercial parcels. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. VCPA 00-03 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA July 18, 2001 Page 3 significant effect upon the environment, and adopts a Negative Declaration based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated there under; that said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. That based upon the changes and alterations, which have been incorporated into the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council finds as foJlows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the City Council during the public headng, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the Califomia Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby approves Victoria Community Plan Amendment 00-03 to change the land use designation to Village Commercial as shown in Exhibit "A" to this Ordinance. 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18TH DaY Of JULY 2001. CiTY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: ATTEST: l, Debra Adams, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 18th day of July 2001, by the following vote-to-wit: m ~ VCPA 00-02 & -03 Zoning Designations Map VCPA 00-02 & -03 Change to Route 30 Fwy. Village Commercial ~ Application Site Zoning Designations ~:~ FLOOD CONTROL I U'RLITY CORRIDOR ~ LOW ~ LOW MEDIUM ~ VilLI.AGE COMMERCIAL Windrows ~ ~ REGIONAL RELATED single-family ~ ~ OPEN SPACE neighborhood ~ VERY LOW no scale THE CITY OF I~^NCHO CUCAHONGA Staff Report DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner THROUGH: Larry Henderson, AICP, Principal Planner BY: Alan Warren, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECTS: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01B - BURN E'I-I' COMPANIES-A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Industrial Park to Mixed Use for approximately 18.5 acres located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard (APN: 208- 331-01 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26), and from Medium-High Residential (14- 24 dwelling units per acre) to Mixed Use for approximately 13 acres located 630 feet west of Haven Avenue on the north side of Civic Center Ddve (APN: 208-331-24 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26). Staff recommends the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT DRCDDA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES-A request to change the zoning district from Industrial Park to Mixed Use for approximately 18.5 acres located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard (APN: 208-331-01 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26), and from Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) to Mixed Use for approximately 13 acres of land located 630 feet west of Haven Avenue on the north side of Civic Center Drive, and establish Industrial District Subarea 19 for the entire 31-acre site. (APN: 208-331-24 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26). Staff recommends the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRCDCA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES - A request to establish development standards for the Mixed Use designation of Subarea 19 of the Industrial Districts section for approximately 31.5 acres of land located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. (APN: 208-331-01.24, 25 and 26). Staff recommends the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration. CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT GPA01-01 B, DDA01-01, & DCA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18,2001 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommends approval of General Plan Amendment 01-01B, Development Distdct Amendment 01-01, Development Code Amendment 01-01 and issuance of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts. Approval of these applications will establish a Mixed Use land use designation at the southwest comer of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue. BACKGROUND: On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission considered the subject applications. The applications were initiated by Bumett Companies to provide appropriate land use designations for the larger remaining undeveloped site at Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue. The adoption of these amendments will change the land use designations from Industrial Park and Medium-High Residential to Mixed Use. The Planning Commission concluded its public headng and adopted the above listed recommendation. Please refer to the attached Planning Commission Repod of June 13, 2001, regarding analysis of the proposed applications. The environmental assessment was circulated to the State Clearinghouse. The City's responses to the comments from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are included with this report. Further, staff believes the adoption of a mitigated negative declaration would be an appropriate action by the City Council. CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public headng in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within an expanded 500-foot radius of the project site. ACTION: If the City Council concurs with the recommendations of the Planning Commission, it would be appropriate to approve the subject applicetions and adopt a Mitigated Negated Declaration by the adoption of the attached resolutions and ordinances. Respectfully submitted, City Planner BB:AW\ma Attachments: Exhibit"A" - Planning Commission Report dated June 13, 2001 Exhibit "B" - Planning Commission Minutes dated June 13, 2001 Exhibit "C" - Letter from State Department of Fish and Game dated June 22, 2001 Exhibit "D" - Letter from U.S. Fish and Wildlife dated June 14, 2001 Exhibit "E" ~ City letter to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service dated July 10, 2001 Resolution Approving General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B Ordinance Approving Development District Amendment DRCDDA01-01 Ordinance Approving Development Code Amendment DRCDCA01-01 THE CITY OF l~A N C IlO C1JCAHONGA Staff Report DATE: June 13, 2001 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Alan Warren, AICP, Associate Planner 'Douglas Fenn, Associate Planner SUBJECTS: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01B - BURNE3-1' COMPAN lES -A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Industrial Park to Mixed Use for approximately 18.5 acres located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard (APN: 208-331-01 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26) and from Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) to Mixed Use for approximately 13 acres located 630 feet west of Haven Avenue on the north side of Civic Center Ddve (APN: 208-331-24 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26). ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT DRCDDA01~01 - BURNETT COMPANIES -A request to change the zoning distdct from Industrial Park to Mixed Use for approximately 18.5 acres located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard (APN: 208-331-01 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26), and from Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) to Mixed Use for approximately 13 acres of land located 630 feet west of Haven Avenue on the north side of Civic Center Ddve, and establish Industrial Distdct Subarea 19 for the entire 31 acre site (APN: 208-331-24 and portions of 208-331-25 and 26). ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRCDCA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES - A request to establish Master Plan development standards for the Mixed Use designation of Subarea 19 of the Industrial Districts section for approximately 31.5 acres of land located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard (APN: 208-331-01.24, 25 and 26). PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRCGPA01-01B, DRCDDA01-01, DRCDCA01-01 - BURNETTCOMPANIES June 13, 2001 Page 2 PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: A. Project Density: The request proposes to change approximately 31 acres, presently consisting of five parcels from Industrial Park and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) to the Mixed Use designation. The intent of the proposal is to develop the property as a combined commercial, office, and multiple family residential project in conformance with the Mixed Use District standards. The applicant is requesting High Density Residential (24-30 dwelling units per acre) for a 10-acre portion in the southwest comer of the site. B. Surrounding Land Use and Zoning: North Commercial shopping center, General Commercial South - Multiple family residential/vacant, Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units/acre) and Industrial Park East Office center, Industrial Park West Flood control channel and single family residential neighborhood, Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre) C. General Plan Desiqnations: Project Site - Industrial Park and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units/acre) North - Commercial South- Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units/acre) and lndustdal Park East Flood Control/Utility Corridor and Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre) West - Industrial Park D. Site Characteristics: The properties are level with a slight grade to the south and with an old vineyard that is still under viticulture production, occupying the vast majodty of the site. A single vineyard house with accompanying agricultural storage building is located on the north boundary, next to Foothill Boulevard. No unique physical characteristics ara evident on the site. ANALYSIS: A. General: Appropriateness of Existing Land Use Designations: Presently, the land use designations for the site are Industrial Park along the Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue frontages and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 10 acres in the southwest corner. The Industrial Park section of the site has the Haven OverPay Distdct designation providing office emphasis to any industrial project proposal. This division of land use will result in an office park, similar to that on the southeast comer of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue, fronting-on the major roads with a multiple family residential portion located approximately 400 feet from the major traffic activity. This is an appropriate land use arrangement given the extensive depth of the site and the nearby existing apartments that border the site to the southwest and the extension of this land use arrangement to the properties to the south. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRCGPA01-01B, DRCDDA01-01, DRCDCA01-01 - BURNETTCOMPANIES June 13, 2001 Page 3 B. Appropriateness of Proposed Desiqnation: The City is presently involved in revising the General Plan. As part of this effort, this site, as well as other development opportunity areas, are being studied for potential land use changes or adjustments. Expansion of the Mixed Use concept to special opportunity areas has been considered by the General Plan Update Task Force. Their recommendation will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for consideration. It is intended that the Mixed Use concept, at each location so designated, will provide a required mix (by percentage) of land uses, and that project designers will benefit by not needing to adhere to a "hard line" division between varying land uses. The applicant is proposing a combination office/commercial complex along the artedal frontages with high- density apartments to the rear of the site. The existing and proposed land use breakdown is as follows: Exisfinq: Proposed Industrial Park 18.5 acres (58.7%) Commercial 17.7 acres (56.2%) Medium High Res. 13 acres (41.3%) High Density Res. 13.79 acres (43.8%) As shown above, the division of uses is very similar to the present arrangement, with the commercial designation allowing for a greater range of commercial activities in support of office uses over the industrial park designation. The high density residential will allow for the potential of over 100 more units along with 24 loft units proposed in one of the multiple story commercial buildings If the Planning Commission agrees with the land use allocations and the project in general, staff recommends that the approved land use mix (by land area) be as follows: Commercial 55 to 60% High Residential 40 to 45% The applicant has produced a Master Plan program and site design that is presently under review by City staff, which will be brought before the Planning Commission at a later date. This program and plan will form a part of the overall project application, which the Planning Commission is asked to consider. The Master Plan's specific acreage breakdown for each activity is as follows: Office - .55 High Density Apartments - 13.79 Two restaurants - .99 Day Care Facility - .30 Specialty Market - .31 Small Hedtage Park - .45 Retail Stores - 1.17 Comer retail area - 13.40 Mixed Use Retail/Residential Lofts .54 C. Environmental Assessment: The Initial Study has been completed. Staff has determined that potentially significant impacts can be mitigated through the implementation of specific development conditions. In addition, many of the impacts noted would be mitigated through the City's development review process. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRCGPA01-01B, DRCDDA01-01, DRCDCA01-01 - BURNETTCOMPANIES June 13,2001 Page 4 NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING: The applicant held a Neighborhood Meeting on the evening of February 5, 2001, at the Best Western Hotel on Foothill Boulevard in Rancho Cucamonga. All property owners from the expanded public hearing notification list were invited. Approximately 5 people, mostly representing commercial property owners of the surrounding area, attended. The attendees expressed interest in the proposal. No negative comments were received by the applicant or staff. The neighboring property owner to the west voiced support for the project. CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public headng in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 500-foot radius of the project site. RECOMMENDATION: If the Planning Commission concurs, a recommendation to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts and the Resolutions recommending approval of the General Plan Amendment, Development District Amendment and the Development Code Amendment will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB:AW\Is Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Applicant's Letter of Justification Exhibit "B" - Existing General Plan Land Use Map Exhibit "C" - Existing Development District Map Exhibit "D" - Initial Study Resolution Recommending Approval of General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B Resolution Recommending Approval of Development Distdct Amendment DRCDDA01-01 Resolution Recommending Approval of Development Code Amendment DRCDCA01-01 RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE PROJECT DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW The project site is centrally located within the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at the southwestern comer of the Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue intersection. The site lies within the Haven Avenue Overlay Zone and the Industrial Areas Specific Plan. The site is level and has been heavily disturbed. Currently, the property is used as a vineyard and contains an old farm house with some dilapidated sheds. The project applicant, Bumett Companies, is proposing to construct a new mixed-use development to be called RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE. Designed as a horizontally and vertically mixed-use project, RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE is based on the City's desire to establish a strong sense of place with a central activity focus at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue. The project integrates professional uses with retail, service commercial, and community-oriented uses. In addition, there will be a freestanding 388-unit apartment complex, and 24 apartment lofts will be built over a portion of'the retail uses. These land uses are designed to conform, as much as possible, with the Haven Avenue Overlay District and the IndustrialAreas Specific Plan. Figure 6, Illustrative Site Plan, shows the planned land uses for the development site. A statistical summary of the anticipated development appears in Table 1, Land Use Summary. The provision of residential uses on-site will create an immediate market for retail and service uses, thereby making a pedestrian-oriented, urban lifestyle possible. RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE includes sidewalks and paseos, as well as connections to the adjacent off-site Deer Creek Regional Multi-System Trail, to facilitate pedestrian movement on and through the site. In addition, the project includes an on-site park (De Ambrogio Heritage Park), paved plazas, and pocket meeting areas to encourage the public to congregate and socialize. The project is designed to accommodate pedestrian access through the RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE project site from the south to the nearby Terra Vista Town Center shopping area, which is located to the northeast of the project site, and to the Rancho Cucamonga City Hall/San Bemardino County Court House complex, which is located directly across Haven Avenue for the site. The project includes a provision for a pedestrian bridge (sponsored in part by the Redevelopment Agency and/or the City) over Haven Avenue to encourage pedestrian movement between the project and the Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center/San Bemardino County Court House. The master developer would provide the land for the bridge, while the City or Redevelopment Agency would be responsible for funding the bridge through bonds, redevelopment funds, or other funding mechanism. In addition, the proposed project would be surrounded on the northern and eastern boundaries by an expansive linear park featuring meandering walkways, rolling-contoured turf'areas, masses of colorful shrubs, and ground covers. The streetscape tree species will closely adhere to City standards and guidelines to reinforce and continue the master-planned community theme. The comer of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue will receive a special design treatment in the form ora visual focal point to anchor this area of the project. The regional trail system will flow through this comer to provide continuous pedestrian traffic opportunities. Enhanced paving, benches, an arbor with stone columns and wisteria vines, groves of date palms, flowering and shade trees, and a central fountain will be provided as amenities at this comer. TABLE 1 LAND USE SUMMARY Land Use Category. Acreage Number of Density Commercial/Office Dwelling Units (Dwelling Unit Per Building Acre) Square Footage Hi~ Density Residential 13.79~ 388 28 - (24-30 du/ac) Mixed Use (retail/apartment 0.54 242 -- 12,000 Io~) Office 0.55 .... 125,000~ Retail 1.17 - -- 26,500 Restaurants4 0.99 .... 17,500 Specialty Market 0.31 .... 8,000 Daycare 0.30 .... 7,500 De Ambrogio Heritage Park 0.45 ..... Total Paved Areas 13.4 ...... (Plazas/Private Drives/Parking Areas)s TOTAL 31.5 412 -- 196,500 1. Acreage includes areas devoted to aparUnents, landscaping, open space, and private recreation center. 2. If the 24 apartment Iot~s are not constructed, then the equivalent square footage ( 24,000~: square feet) may be used for office uses and/or service commercial uses. 3. The office building will have five floors. 4. Includes a moderate-price restaurant and a specialty restaurant on freestanding pads. 5. Includes plaza areas in front of mixed-use, retail and office buildings; all parking areas; and Street "A" (1.4 acres). Project Phasing The RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE project will be developed in five phases over a five-year period, beginning in approximately September 2001, with each subsequent phase occurring approximately one year later. MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT The General Plan Amendment wiIl re-designate the project site from "Industrial" and "Medium-High Residential" to "Mixed-Use." At the same time, the IndustrialAreas Specific Plan will be amended to reflect a "Mixed-Use" zoning designation, which will allow a mix of High Density Residential, Commercial and Office, and Park uses. These uses are described in more detail below. High Density Residential As shown on Figure 6, Illustrative Site Plan, 388 High Density dwelling units (i.e., apartments) are located on the westem half of the project site, away from noise and traffic on Foothill and Haven Avenues. Within the 388-unit apartment complex a private clubhouse/recreation complex will include a main swimming pool and spa, gym equipment, and a meeting room for residents' use. A secondary spa, a tot tot, and various open "free-play" turf areas will also be provided. A wall and landscape buffer will be provided adjacent to the property's western property boundary, which abuts the drainage channel. The entire apartment development would be gated with a primary and secondary vehicular access point. The proximity of the apartment complex to the other uses within the RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQU^~E will provide residents with convenient pedestrian access to the Deer Creek Regional Multi- System Trail to the west, De Ambrogio Heritage Park to the northeast, and the internal-project pedestrian trail (i.e., Terra Vista Trail), which will connect the Terra Vista Town Center shopping complex with the Deer Creek Regional Multi-System Trail. Residents will also have convenient access to the on-site restaurants, specialty market, retail, and service commercial uses. Mixed Use Two mixed-use structures are planned adjacent to one another, directly northeast of the apartment complex and north of De Ambrogio Heritage Park. The mixed-use structures will consist of I2,000 square feet of retail uses on the first floor and 24 apartment lofts on the second story. Accordingly, the loft apartments, in conjunction with the 388 apartments, will result in construction of a maximum of 412 dwelling units on-site. The residents will have easy access to De Ambrogio Heritage Park and will be within walking distance to the variety of uses proposed on-site. If the 24 loft apartments are not used for residential accommodations, the equivalent square footage (24,000 square feet) may be used for office and service commercial uses instead. Commercial Uses Commercial land uses are located along the northern and eastern portions of the project site. Commercial land uses include: (1) 26,500 square feet of retail uses, (2) two specialty restaurants totaling 17,500 square feet; (3) a 8,000-square-foot specialty market, and (4) a 7,500-square-foot daycare facility. The central focus of this area is the "plaza" surrounded by retail shops on both sides, a combination retail/apartment building on a third side (see Mixed Use above), and the Foothill Boulevard/Haven 2t/g- Avenue intersection to the north. This plaza is designed to function as a highly-articulated pedestrian/vehicular-use space featuring enhanced, textured paving, tree wells with iron grates, benches, colorful planing spaces, theme lighting, canopies of date palms and assorted shade trees. On weekends or special occasions, the plaza can be "closed off" to vehicular traffic and be restricted to pedestrian/people-oriented functions, such as a farmer's market, product displays, holiday festivities, etc. Throughout the commercial/retail areas, street furniture, arbors, walkways and plants will create a pleasant environment for shoppers, strollers, diners, and business people, and will reinforce the historical vineyard/winery theme. The day care center is located on-site between the apartment complex and the specialty market. To the east of the daycare facility, are several retail buildings. The retail will provide a convenient location for project residents and daycare facility employees to obtain daily services and products. The retail uses are conveniently located adjacent to residential uses to encourage a development that emphasizes an urban activity zone. Some of the retail uses are oriented towards the Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue intersection. This hub of retail will provide services not only to the on-site residents, but also to those people working within the TOWN SQU^~,E project and nearby office buildings. Accordingly, this retail area will be developed with neighborhood-type commercial uses to support the surrounding off-site uses. Two restaurants, including one specialty restaurant are sited on the eastern portion of the project site, fronting on Haven Avenue. One restaurant is closer to the Foothill' Boulevard/Haven Avenue Intersection to provide a convenient location for moderate-priced eating opportunities for the surrounding community, especially during lunch hours. The second restaurant, a specialty restaurant, is located near the intersection of Haven Avenue/Civic Center Drive and will be a higher end restaurant catering to the public. The specialty market may consist of such businesses as Trader does, Mother's Market, or Henry's Marketplace. It would be conveniently located adjacent to Foothill Boulevard and within a ihort walk of the on-site residential uses. Although it would be setback from the street frontage to allow for parking on all three sides of the building, the market would remain visible to passing motorists on Foothill Boulevard. The design of the building will be consistent with the surrounding uses. Office and Related Uses A five-story, 125,000-square-foot office building is located on the eastern portion of the site, between the two off-site restaurants. Access to the office space will be provided offofHaven Avenue and Civic Center Drive. The Class A office building will provide jobs for the Rancho Cucamonga community. The building will be conveniently located near off-site existing and on-site planned housing. It is anticipated that employees of the office building will patronize on-site restaurant and retail uses, contributing to the economic vitality of tb:e overall project. Community Uses The daycare facility is conveniently located off of Foothill Boulevard. However, it is setback significantly away from the street frontage and would be placed closer to the on-site residential uses. The daycare facility is expected to provide services for the children of project area residents and employees, surrounding off-site residents, and employees of the nearby Civic Center and business park developments. Park and Open Space Uses De Ambrogio Heritage Park is placed in the center of the Master Plan project site (see Figure 7, Park Site Plan). It is conveniently located adjacent to the on-site residential and commercial uses. As part of the park's amenities, a small portion of the existing vineyard would be rehabilitated and maintained on-site to complement the surrounding landscape theme. The small vineyard would be surrounded by ' rose-covered rustic rail fencing. In addition, historical winery-related artifacts will be displayed for public information to honor and memorialize the family history and heritage of the project site. The park would provide recreational benefits to the on-site residents and outdoor eating areas for employees working at the various businesses on- and off-site. GPA 01-01B Existing Land Use D~esignations :: ~0~:: ~e~i~de~!i~l:: ~ : [ General Plan Land USO ~'"" ^' ~ LOW LOW MEDIUM ~ Terra Vista Shopping Center ~ MEDIUM HIGH ~ ~ MEDIUM Foothill Ivd. ~ HIGH ~ MIXED USE ~ OFFICE ~ COMMERCIAL ~ COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ~ FLOOD ~O~TRO~ I ~Ll~ ~ORRIDOR rn -=. DDA 01-01 o..--- Existing Development Districts ~ [~ ~$i~)~Ti~'~ ~ ,-.-,,~=~.,- .... Development Districts ~ LOW MEDIUM ,~,~,-~-+~e~-- ~ MEDIUM ¢,:,~i.-.CUkL~-- ~ I ~ MEDIUM HIGH ~;~ Terra Vista Shopping Center~ HIGH - ~ ~ ~ MIXED USE ~ COMMERCIAL OFFICE ~ GENERAL COMMERCIAL ~ COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ~ REGIONAL COMMERCIAL ......................... ~ INDUSTRIAL PARK ~ GENERAL INDUSTRIAL .......... ~ FLOOD CONTROL Haven Overlay ~ District Boundary o,~o~ ~,~o ENVIRONMENTAL ~,...,.g ~on INFORMATION FORM (909) 477-2750 (Part I - Initial Study) INCOMPLETE APPLICA TIONS WILL NO T BE PROCESSED. Please note that the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete at the time of submittal; City staff will not be available to perform work required to provide missing information. Application Number for the project to which this form pertains: Project title: Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Name & Address of project owner(s): De Ambrogio Foothill, L.P. cio Bonnie Kinney 17415 Club Hill Court Dallas, Texas 75248 Name & Address of developer or project sponsor. Burnett Companies 1300 Bristol Street North Suite 200 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Contact Person & Address: Susan McDowell, c/o Burnett Companies (see address above) Name & Address of person preparing this form (if different from above): T&B Planning Consultants, Inc. 3242 Halladay Street, Suite 100 Santa Ana, CA 92705 Contact Person: Mark Hickner Telephone No.: (714) 662-2774; FAX: (714) 662-2708 h\PLANNING\FINAL\FORMS\couNTER\INITSTD1 .WPD 3/00 Page 1~:~"7 ~,~ / Information indicated by asterisk (*) is not required of non-construction CUPs un/ess otherwise requested by staff. '1) Provide a full scale (8-1/2 ~ 11) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site, and indicate the site boundaries. 2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representative views into the site from the north, south, east and west; views into and from the site from the primary access points which serve the site; and representative views of significant features from the site. Include a map showing the location of each photograph. 3) Project Location (describe): The RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE project site consists of approximately 31.5 acres (net) located within Township 1 South, Range 7 West, Section 11. The site lies approximately 1.5 miles north of Interstate 10 within the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The site is in the center of town at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue. Foothill Boulevard forms the northern boundary of the project site, while Haven Avenue forms the eastern boundary and Civic Center Drive forms the southern boundary. The Deer Creek drainage channel borders the western boundary of the site. 4)Assesso~s Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if necessary): 208-331-01, 24, 25 & 26 *5) Gross Site Area (ac/sq. ft.): 34.6+ acres / 1,507,176+ sq. ft. 6) Net Site Area (total site size minus area of public streets & proposed dedications): 31.5+ acres 7) Describe any proposed general plan amendment or zone change which would affect the project site (attach additional sheet if necessary): The project is proposing a General Plan Amendment and a corresponding Zone Change from "Industrial" and "Medium-High Residential" to "Mixed-Use." i:\PLANNiNG\FINAL\FORMS\COUNTER\INITSTD1.WPD 3/00 Page 8) Include a description of all permits which will be necessary from the City of Rancho Cucamonga and other governmental agencies in order to fully implement the projecl:. Required entitlements and actions will include: 1. A General Plan Amendment from "Industrial" and "Medium-High Residential" to "Mixed-Use," 2. An Amendment to the Industrial Areas Specific Plan (includes Change of Zone Request from "Industrial" and "Medium-High Residential" to "Mixed-Use"), 3. Master Plan, 4. Development/Design Review- Commercial/Industrial and Development/Design Review - Residential, 5. A Development Agreement, 6. A Tentative Tract Map, and 7. A Final Tract Map. In addition, an Initial Study/Environmental Checklist will be completed for the proposed project, which will determine whether a Mitigated Negative Declaration or Environmental Impact Report is required to analyze the potential environmental impacts associated with approval of the proposed project. 9) Describe the physical setting of the site as it exists before the project including information on topography, soil stability, plants and animals, mature trees, trails and roads, drainage courses, and scenic aspects. Describe any existing structures on site (including age and condition) and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of significant features described. In addition, site all sources of information (i.e., geological and/or hydrologic studies, biotic and archeological surveys, traffic studies): The subject property is flat with little topographic relief, with elevations ranging from approximately 1160+ to 1200+ feet above mean sea level. At present, the land is used as a vineyard. The site is surrounded on all sides by existing development, except to the south, which includes an isolated vacant parcel that is being used as a vineyard. To the west of the project site, an existing drainage channel (i.e., the Deer Creek drainage channel) abuts the entire length of the project's western property boundary. 'A regional multi-purpose trail is located between the project site and the concrete channel. Just north of the site and across Foothill Avenue, is the old Virginia Dare Winery and assorted business park development. To the northeast of the site lies the Terra Vista Town Center, a large retail center. The Barton Center office complex, San Bernardino County Justice Center, and Rancho Cucamonga City Hall are located to the east, directly across Haven Avenue from the project site. The areas directly south of the project site include an area of vacant land, and the Mountain Vista and Monterey Village Apartment Homes complexes. Vegetation diversity on the site is Iow (Results of Focused De/hi Sands Flower- Loving Fly Surveys). Those portions of the site that are not used to cultivate grapes have been colonized by ruderal (weedy) herbs and grasses, with only one native plant species (western ragweed) detected on-site. Bird species, such as the American crow, house sparrow, and northern mocking bird have been observed on-site. Other wildlife species observed include, side-blotched lizard, pocket gopher, desert cottontail, and domestic cat. No Delhi sands flower-loving flies were observed dudng studies conducted by Impact Sciences, Inc. in April 1999 and August to September 2000. Soils on site appear I:\PLANNING\FINAL\FORMS\COUNTER\INITSTD1.WPD 3/00 Page 3 to be comprised of unconsolidated sandy and loamy soils with mixed cobbles. The site is mapped as having Delhi fine sand in the southeast and Tujunga loamy sand in the west. 10) Describe the known cultural and/or historical aspects ofthe site. Site all sources of information (books, published reports and oral history): The cultural/historic value of the various sheds and the small house on-site is unknown at this time. A San Bemardino County records search will be performed as part of the required environmental documentation for the project. 11) Describe any noise sources and their levels that now affect the site (aircraft, roadway noise, etc.) and how they will affect proposed uses: The proposed site is affected by traffic noise emanating from Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue. The project may be impacted by aircraft noise associated with flight operations at Ontario Airport. The significance of the on-site noise levels are unknown at this time. A noise study will be required to assess potentially significant noise impacts. 12) Describe the proposed project in detail. This should provide an adequate description of the site in terms of ultimate use which will result form the proposed project. Indicate if there are proposed phases for development, the extent of development to occur with each phase. And the anticipated completion of each increment. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: See Attachment 'A', Project Description. 13) Describe the surrounding properties, including information on plants and animals and any cultural, historical, or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, commercial, etc.), intensity of/and use (one-family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.) and scale of development (height, setback, rear yard, etc.): The project site is surrounded on all sides by existing development, except to the south, which includes an isolated vacant parcel that is being used as a vineyard. To the west of the project site, an existing drainage channel (i.e., the Deer Creek drainage channel) abuts the entire length of the project's western property boundary. ^ regional multi- purpose trail is located between the project site and the concrete channel. Just north of the site and across Foothill Avenue, is the old Virginia Dare Winery and assorted business park development. To the northeast of the site lies the Terra Vista Town Center, a large retail center. The Barton Center office complex, San Bernardino County Justice Center, and Rancho Cucamonga City Hall are located to the east, directly across Haven Avenue from the project site. The areas directly south of the project site include an area of vacant land, and the Mountain Vista and Monterey Village Apartment Homes complexes. 14) Will the proposed project change the pattern, scale or character of the surrounding general area of the project? The proposed project will not change the pattern, scale, or character of the surrounding general area of the project, since the site is surrounded on all sides by existing development, except to the south, where another vineyard is in operation. A regional multi-purpose trail is located between the project site and the concrete channel. Just north of the site and Foothill Avenue, is the old Virginia Dare Winery and assorted business park development. To the northeast of the site lies the Terra Vista Town i:\PLANNiNG\FINAL\FORMS\COUNTER\INITSTDI.WPD 3/00 Page Center, a large retail center. The Barton Center office complex, San Bemardino County Justice Center, and Rancho Cucamonga City Hall are located to the east, directly across Haven Avenue from the project site. The areas directly south of the project site include a large area of vacant land, and the Mountain Vista and Monterey Village Apartment Homes complexes. The Deer Creek drainage channel, a concrete channel, abuts the entire length of the project's western property boundary. Because the area is already largely developed, the proposed project land uses would be consistent with the surrounding land uses. 15) Indicate the type of short-term and long-term noise to be generated, including source and amount. How will these noise levels affect adjacent prope~ties and on-site uses. What methods of sound proofing are proposed? The project site is not located within the noise impact area of Ontario International Airport. However, short-term noise impacts associated with project construction activities would have the potential to impact ambient noise levels on-site and in the project vicinity. Construction-related impacts are short-term in nature and would cease upon project completion. The major cumulative noise impact in the area would likely result from increased traffic volumes along Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue. Cumulative growth in the area also has the potential to further exacerbate existing noise levels. Potential noise long-term and short-term noise impacts will need to be addressed in the environmental documentation for the project. 16) indicate proposed removals and/or replacements of mature or scenic trees: The proposed project would remove some isolated trees from the project site, pdmadly adjacent to the old farm house. However, these trees have no scenic, biological, or historic significance. The project incorporates a Master Landscape Plan that would mitigate any potential environmental affects associated with removal of existing on-site trees. 17) Indicate any bodies of water (including domestic water supplies) into which the site drains: Drainage from the proposed project site will be directed toward the south where storm drain facilities will convey drainage to the Deer Creek Channel. 18) Indicate expected amount of water usage. a) Residential (gal/day) 64,800 (estimated) Peak use (gal~day): 329,600 (estimated) b) Commercial~Ind. (gal/day~ac) 6,210 (estimated) Peak use (gal~rain/ac): 12,420 (estimated) 19) Indicate proposed method of sewage disposal. Septic Tank X Sewer. If septic tanks are proposed, attach percolation tests. If discharge to a sanitary sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation: a) Residential (gal/day): 82,400 (estimated) b) Commercial/Ind. (gal~day/ac) 2,280 (estimated) i:\PLANNING\FINAL\FORMS\COUNTER\INITSTDI.WPD 3~00 Page 54;~ ~',~' RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS: 20) Number of residential units: Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot size and maximum lot size: No detached housing is proposed. Attached (indicate whether units are rental or for sale units): 412 rental multi-family (apartment) units would be provided. 21) Anticipated range of sale p#ces and/or rents: Sale Price(s) $ N/A to $ N/A Rent (per month) $ Market Rate to $ Market Rate 22) Specify number of bedrooms by unit type: 180 one bedroom 184 two bedroom 48 three bedroom multi-family dwelling units No studio apartments or four bedroom apartments are planned. 23) Indicate anticipated household size by unit type: On the average, approximately 2.9 residents per dwelling unit are anticipated. 24) Indicate the expected number of school children who will be residing within the project: Contact the appropriate School Districts as shown in Attachment B: a. Elementary:. 189 students (Coyote Canyon or Dona Merced Elementary) b. Junior High: 189 students (Ruth Musser Jr. High) c. Senior High: 83 students (Alta Loma High School) COMMERCIAL~ INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS 25) Describe type of use(s) and major function(s) of commercial, industrial or institutional uses: A five-story office building, various small to medium-sized retail uses, two sit-down restaurants, a specialty market, and a daycare facility. (See Attachment 'A,' Project Description, for more detail.) 26) Total floor area of commercial, industrial or institutional uses by type: 196,500 square feet of commercial uses. (See Attachment 'A,' Project Description, for more detail.) i:\PLANNIN(3\FINAL\FORMS\COUNTER\INITSTD1 .WPD 3/00 Page 27) Indicate hours of operation: The hours of operation will vary by size and type of business. A more detailed analysis of the potential operations will be conducted during the reguired environmental documentation for the proposed project. 28) Number of Total Employees: Number will vary - see response to Question No. 27, above Maximum Shi~ Shifts will vary, please see response to Question No. 27, above. Time of Maximum Shift: Shifts will vary, please see response to Question No. 27, above. 29) Provide breakdown of anticipated job classifications, including wage and salary ranges, as well as an indication of the rate of hire for each classification (atfach additional sheet if necessary): Job classifications, including wage and salary ranges, will vary according to the types and sizes of the retail, commercial, and office uses that locate within the proposed project. An analysis of the potential job classifications to be generated by the proposed project will be conducted as part of the required environmental review process. 30) Estimation of the number of workers to be hired that currently reside in the Cite It is unknown at this time how many current residents may be employed at the various retail/commercial uses on-site. An analysis of the potential jobs to be generated by the proposed project will be conducted as part of the required environmental review process. '31) For commercial and industrial uses only, indicate the source, type and amount of air pollution emissions. (Data should be verified through the South Coast Air Quality Management District, at (818) 572-6283: It is anticipated that the proposed commercial uses would generate a. relatively small amount of air emissions; however, the exact amount and significance of the projected emissions are unknown at this time. An air quality analysis will be performed as part of the required environmental documentation for the proposed project. ALL PROJECTS 32) Have the water, sewer, fire and flood control agencies serving the project been contacted to determine their ability to provide adequate service to the proposed project? If so, please indicate their response. The various utility agencies will be contacted to obtain facility/service information during the required environmental documentation process. Potential impacts to utility service and infrastructure will be assessed as part of the required environmental review process. I:\PLANNING\FINAL\FORMS\COUN~'ER\INITSTDI.WPD 3/0~) Page 7~:~ ~' 7 33) In the known history of this property, has there been any use, storage, or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materfals? Examples of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, but are not limited to PCB's; radioactive substances; pesticides and herbicides; fuels, oils, solvents, and other flammable liquids and gases. Also note underground storage of any of the above. P/ease list the materials and describe their use, storage, and/or discharge on the property, as well as the dates of use, if known. The project site is currently operated as a vineyard, in which herbicides and pesticides may have been used. The potential impacts associated with this historic use of herbicides and pesticides will need to be evaluated in the environmental documentation for the proposed project. The potential for significant toxic and hazardous materials impacts occurring as a by- product of the proposed RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE project is expected to be minimal. Once the project is developed, all end users of RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE will be required to comply with all local, state, and federal requirements for hazardous material use, storage, and disposal. 34) Will the proposed project involve the temporary or long-term use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials, including but not limited to those examples liste above? If yes, provide an inventory of all such materfals to be used and proposed method of disposal. The location of such uses, along with the storage and shipment areas, shall be shown and labeled on the application p/ans. The retail/commercial uses that may be developed on the project site would use small amounts of chemicals that may be defined as hazardous and/or toxic materials. Accordingly, the use of such materials may generate small quantities of toxic waste. However, the amount of toxic waste potentially discharged into the environment would be nominal and would be regulated by the various state and federal agencies. Accordingly, with proper safety precautions, the potential for accidental releases of toxic materials/~vastes would be reduced to below a level of significance. I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for adequate evaluation of this project to the best of my ability, that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my know/edge and belief. I further understand that additional information may be required to be submitted before an adequate evaluation can be made by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Title Senior Project Manager T&B PLANNING CONSULTANT, INC. I:\PLANNING\FINAL\FORMS\COUNTER\INITSTD1 .WPD 3/00 Page 8~,~ 5 ~ Attachment 'A' RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE PROJECT DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW The project site is centrally located within the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at the southwestern comer of the Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue intersection. The site lies within the Haven Avenue Overlay Zone and the IndustrialAreas Specific Plan. The site is level and has been heavily disturbed. Currently, the property is used as a vineyard and contains an old farm house with some dilapidated sheds. The project applicant, Bumett Companies, is proposing to construct a new mixed-use development to be called RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE. Designed as a horizontally and vertically mixed-use project, RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE is based on the City's desire to establish a strong sense of place with a central activity focus at the intersection of Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue. The project integrates professional uses with retail, service commercial, and community-oriented uses. In addition, there will be a freestanding 388-unit apartment complex, and 24 apartment lofts will be built over a portion of the retail uses. These land uses are designed to conform, as much as possible, with the Haven Avenue Overlay District and the IndustrialAreas Specific Plan. Figure 6, Illustrative Site Plan, shows the planned land uses for the development site. A statistical summary of the anticipated development appears in Table 1, Land Use Summary. The provision of residential uses on-site will create an immediate market for retail and service uses, thereby making a pedestrian-oriented, urban lifestyle possible. RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE includes sidewalks and paseos, as well as connections to the adjacent off-site Deer Creek Regional Multi-System Trail, to facilitate pedestrian movement on and through the site. In addition, the project includes an on-site park (De Ambrogio Heritage Park), paved plazas, and pocket meeting areas to encourage the public to congregate and socialize. The project is designed to accommodate pedestrian access through the RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE project site from the south to the nearby Terra Vista Town Center shopping area, which is located to the northeast of the project site, and to the Rancho Cucamonga City Hall/San Bemardino County Court House complex, which is located directly across Haven Avenue for the site. The project includes a provision for a pedestrian bridge (sponsored in part by the Redevelopment Agency and/or the City) over Haven Avenue to encourage pedestrian movement between the project and the Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center/San Bemardino County Court House. The master developer would provide the land for the bridge, while the City or Redevelopment Agency would be responsible for funding the bridge through bonds, redevelopment funds, or other funding mechanism. In addition, the proposed project would be surrounded on the northern and eastern boundaries by an expansive linear park featuring meandering walkways, rolling-contoured turf areas, masses of colorful shrubs, and ground covers. The streetscape tree species will closely adhere to City standards and guidelines to reinforce and continue the master-planned community theme. The comer of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue will receive a special design treatment in the form ora visual focal point to anchor this area of the project. The regional trail system will flow through this comer to provide continuous pedestrian traffic opportunities. Enhanced paving, benches, an arbor with stone columns and wisteria vines, groves of date palms,.flowering and shade trees, and a central fountain will be provided as amenities at this comer. TABLE 1 LAND USE SUMMARY Land Use Category Acreage Number of Density Commercial/Office Dwelling Units (Dwelling Unit Per Building Acre) Square Footage High Density Residential 13.79~ 388 28 - (24-30 du/ac) Mixed Use (retail/apamnent 0.54 242 -. .12,000 1o~) - 125,000~ Office 0.55 - .- 26,500 Retail 1.17 -- .. 17,500 Restaurants4 0.99 - .- 8,000 Specialty Market 0.31 -- -- 7,500 . Daycare 0.30 - De Ambrogio Heritage Park 0.45 - - " I Total Paved Areas 13.4 -- -- - (Plazas/Private Drives/Parking Areas)s TOTAL 31.5 412 _ 196,500 Notes: 1. Acreage includes areas devoted to apartments, landscaping, open space, and private recreation center. 2. If the 24 apartment lofts are not constructed, then the equivalent square footage ( 24,000-~: square feeO may be used for office uses and/or service commercial uses. 3. The office building will have five floors. 4. Includes a moderate-price restaurant and a specialty restaurant on freestanding pads. 5. Includes plaza areas in front of mixed-use, retail and office buildings; all parking areas; and Street "A' (1.4 acres). Project Phasing The RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE project will be developed in five phases over a five-year period, beginning in approximately September 2001, with each subsequent phase occurring apprOximately one year later. MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT The General Plan Amendment will re-designate the project site from "Industrial" and "Medium-High Residential" to "Mixed-Use." At the same time, the IndustrialAreas Specific Plan will be amended to reflect a "Mixed-Use" zoning designation, which will allow a mix of High Density Residential, Commemial and Office, and Park uses. These uses are described in more detail below. High Density Residential As shown on Figure 6, Illustrative Site Plan, 388 High Density dwelling units (i.e., apartments) are located on the western half of the project site, away from noise and traffic on Foothill and Haven Avenues. Within the 388-unit apartment complex a private clubhouse/recreation complex will include a main swimming pool and spa, gym equipment, and a meeting room for residents' use. A secondary spa, a tot lot, and various open "free-play" turf areas will also be provided. A wall and landscape buffer will be provided adjacent to the property's western property boundary, which abuts the drainage channel. The entire apartment development would be gated with a primary and secondary vehicular access point. The proximity of the apartment complex to the other uses within the RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQU^RE will provide residents with convenient pedestrian access to the Deer Creek Regional Multi- System Trail to the west, De Ambmgio Heritage Park to the northeast, and the internal-project pedestrian trail (i.e., Terra Vista Trail), which will connect the Terra Vista Town Center shopping complex with the Deer Creek Regional Multi-System Trail. Residents will also have convenient access to the on-site restaurants, specialty market, retail, and service commercial uses. Mixed Use Two mixed-use structures are planned adjacent to one another, directly northeast of the apartment complex and north of De Ambrogio Heritage Park. The mixed-use structures will consist of 12,000 square feet of retail uses on the first floor and 24 apartment lofts on the second story. Accordingly, the loft apartments, in conjunction with the 388 apartments, will result in construction of a maximum of 412 dwelling units on-site. The residents will have easy access to De Ambrogio Heritage Park and will be within walking distance to the variety of uses proposed on-site. If the 24 loft apartments are not used for residential accommodations, the equivalent square footage (24,000 square feet) may be used for office and service commercial uses instead. Commercial Uses Commercial land uses are located along the northern and eastern portions of the project site. Commercial land uses include: (1) 26,500 square feet of retail uses, (2) two specialty restaurants totaling 17,500 square feet; (3) a 8,000-square-foot specialty market, and (4) a 7,500-square-foot daycare facility. The central focus of this area is the "plaza" surrounded by retail shops on both sides, a combination retail/apartment building on a third side (see Mixed Use above), and the Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue intersection to the north. This plaza is designed to function as a highly-articulated pedestrian/vehicular-use space featuring enhanced, textured paving, tree wells with iron grates, benches, colorful planing spaces, theme lighting, canopies of date palms and assorted shade trees. On weekends or special occasions, the plaza can be "closed off' to vehicular traffic and be restricted to pedestrian/people-oriented functions, such as a farmer's market, product displays, holiday festivities, etc. Throughout the commercial/retail areas, street furniture, arbors, walkways and plants will create a pleasant environment for shoppers, strollers, diners, and business people, and will reinforce the historical vineyard/winery theme. The day care center is located on-site between the apartment complex and the specialty market. To the east of the daycare facility, are several retail buildings. The retail will provide a convenient location for project residents and daycare facility employees to obtain daily services and products. The retail uses are conveniently located adjacent to residential uses to encourage a development that emphasizes an urban activity zone. Some of the retail uses are oriented towards the Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue intersection. This hub of retail will provide services not only to the on-site residents, but also to those people working within the TOWN SQUARE project and nearby office buildings. Accordingly, this retail area will be developed with neighborhood-type commercial uses to support the surrounding off-site uses. Two restaurants, including one specialty restaurant are sited on the eastern portion of the project site, fronting on Haven Avenue. One restaurant is closer to the Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue Intersection to provide a .convenient location for moderate-priced eating opportunities for the surrounding community, especially during lunch hours. The second restaurant, a specialty restaurant, is located near the intersection of Haven Avenue/Civic Center Drive and will be a higher end restaurant catering to the public. The specialty market may consist of such businesses as Trader Joes, Mother's Market, or Henry's Marketplace. It would be conveniently located adjacent to Foothill Boulevard and within a short walk of the on-site residential uses. Although it would be setback from the street frontage to allow for parking on all three sides of the building, the market would remain visible to passing motorists on Foothill Boulevard. The design of the building will be consistent with the surrounding uses. Office and Related Uses A five-story, 125,000-square-foot office building is located on the eastern portion of the site, between the two on-site restaurants. Access to the office space will be provided offofHaven Avenue and Civic Center Drive. The Class A office building will provide jobs for the Rancho Cucamonga community. The building will be conveniently located near off-site existing and on-site planned housing. It is anticipated that employees of the office building will patronize on-site restaurant and retail uses, contributing to the economic vitality of the overall project. Community Uses The daycare facility is conveniently located off of Foothill Boulevard. However, it is setback significantly away from the street frontage and would bc placed closer to the on-site residential uses. Thc daycare facility is expected to provide services for the children of project, area residents and employees, surrounding off-site residents, and employees of the nearby Civic Center and business park developments. Park and Open Space Uses Dc Ambrogio Fleri~agc Park is l)laccd in the center of the Master Plan l~rojcct site (sec Figure 7, Park Site £lan). It is conveniently located adjacent to the on-site residential and commercial uses. As part of the park's amenities, a small portion of thc existing vineyard would bc rehabilitated and maintained on-site to complement thc surrounding landscape theme. Thc small vineyard would bc surrounded by rose-covered rustic rail fencing. In addition, historical winery-related artifacts will be displayed for public information to honor and memorialize the family history and heritage of the project site. The Park would provide recreational benefits to thc on-site residents and outdoor eating areas for employees working at the various businesses on- and off-site. City of Rancho Cucamonga ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM INITIAL STUDY PART II BACKGROUND 1. Project Files: GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79, andTT 16179 2. Related Files: 3. Description of Project: Environmental Assessment and General Plan Amendment- Burnett Companies - The proposed project is the subdivision and construction of a new mixed-use development, Rancho Cucamonga Town Square, on approximately 31.5 acres of land located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. Development of the site will integrate professional uses with retail, service commemial, and community-oriented uses. In addition, there will be a 388-unit apartment complex, with an additional 24 apartment lofts to be built over a portion of theretail uses. The project will require an amendment to both the General Plan and the Industrial Area (zoning districts) Specific Plan. The amendment to the General Plan would re-designate" the project site from "Industrial" and "Medium-High Residential" to "Mixed-Use," and the amendment to the Industrial Area Specific Plan from "industrial Park" to "Mixed-Use" zoning designation would allow a mix of High Density Residential, Commercial, Office, and Park uses. The project will be developed in five phases over a five-year period, beginning in fall 2001. At build-out, the project area will total approximately 31.5 acres of mixed-use including, an office complex (0.55 acres), high density apartments (13.79 acres), two restaurants (0.99 acres), a daycare facility (0.30 acres), a specialty market (0.31 acres), De Ambrogio Heritage Park (0.45 acres), retail stores (1.17 acres), mixed- use retail and apartment lofts (0.54 acres), as well as a small outdoor mall in the northeast corner of the development (13.4). 4. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: Burnett Companies 1300 Bristol Street North, Suite 200 Newport Beach, CA 92660 5. General Plan Designation: Industrial Park, and Medium-High Density Residential (14-24 dwelling units/acre) 6. Zoning: Industrial Park (Subarea 7) Industrial Area Specific Plan. 7. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: The site is located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. It is bounded on the north by Foothill Boulevard the Virginia Dare Old Winery and a business park, on the east by Haven Avenue, Barton Plaza, the San Bernardino County Court House and City Hall, on the south by Civic Center Drive Mountain Vista Apartment Homes and vacant land, and on the west by Deer Creek Channel, vacant land and a liquor store (off of Foothill Boulevard). The site is within the Haven Avenue Overlay District and is currently used as a vineyard and contains an old farm house with related farm structures and equipment. 8. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 2 9. Contact Person and Phone Number: Alan Warren (909) 477-2750 10. Other agencies whose approval is required: None Initi,~l Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga ENVIRONMENTAL FACTOR8 POTENTIALLY AFFECTEr~ ai least one im~ '~hat is "Potentially Significant im~" "Patentially Significant Im~ Mitigation Inco~a~[~d," or "Less Than Sign~nt Impaq' aa indicatcd by ~e ~eckl~t on the fotJowing page. ~ ( ) P~ia~ ~d ~ul~ing ( ) B~o~l Rasau~ ( ) ~il~ and S~ ~tems ~(V) ~gi~l Problell~ ( ) Enemy a~ Mineral Re~r~ (~) A~ ( ) Mand~ E~i~a of ~igni~a~ DETERMINATION On the basis of thi~ ,nlflal evaluation: () ] find t/~at the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environmenl A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed preje~t could have a significant effeat on the ~nviron~nt, .fi,_.are...~i.'ll not he_ a s!gnifica__nt eff_e~_t in thia case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project, or agreed to, by the app!lcant. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE D~CLARATtON will be prepared, ( } ! find thai th~.,- proposed ~o.i. ect MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. ...... , ._ , ... · ~, ~. ...... :. ~...~n~ ^~. .~ environment, but ( ) i find that m,~ piupua~u p~o]ec~ MA, ,,,=.~ ,= o,an, ..... , ..... c~(.~ on the at least om~, effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to aPolicable ~.,gai standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based u~sn the earlier analy~,is as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "Potentially Significant impact" or "Potentially Significant Impa~t Unless Mitigation Incorporated." An remain to b4!, add.sad. () I find that although the proposed project could have a signh'icant effect u. environmen'., there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially $,~n'~ mc~,,.,.~ ~i~ffects.. ~.~ ....... h~,,~ _hee~ analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR. pursuant to applicable ~.tandards, and 2) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to thai earlier EIR, indudi,-~ revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed NarkJy Fergeson Sanlor Pianher May 17, 2001 Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 4 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an explanation is required for all "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," and "Less Than Significant Impact" answers, including a discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: 1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposah a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ( ) ( ) (v') ( ) b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') vicinity? d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an ( ) ( ) () (v') established community? Comments: a-d) Development of the project at the proposed site will require an amendment to both the General Plan and the Industrial Area (zoning districts) Specific Plan. The amendment to the General Plan would re-designate the project site from "Industrial Park" and "Medium-High Residential" to "Mixed-Use," and the amendment to the Industrial Area Specific Plan, currently designated "Industrial Park," would reflect a "Mixed-Use" zoning designation that will allow a mix of High Density Residential, Commercial, Office, and Park uses. High Density Residential development at the project site would include the construction of 388 apartments to be located on the western half of the project site, away from noise and traffic on Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue. The apartment complex will include a private clubhouse/recreation center with a pool, spa, gym equipment, and meeting room. Mixed-use development at the site will include two structures each consisting of 12,000 square feet of retail space on the first floor, and 24 apartment lofts (each with 1,000 square feet) on the second story (for a total of 412 apartment units at the site). Commercial uses at the site will include (1) 26,500 square feet of retail space; (2) two specialty restaurants totaling 17,540 square feet; (3) an 8,000 square-foot specialty market, and (4) a 7,500 square-foot daycare facility. These structures will be located along the northern and eastern portions of the project site. Office and related uses at the site include a five-story 125,000 square-foot office building to be located on the eastern portion of the site (between the restaurants). Community Uses proposed at the site include a daycare facility to be located on the north portion of the site (setback from Foothill Boulevard and adjacent to on-site Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 5 residential uses. The project will also include the construction of the De Ambrogio Heritage Park to be centrally located within the site. The Rancho Cucamonga Town Square was designed in accordance with standards, polices and goals contained in the City's General Plan and Industrial Area Specific Plan. Much of the commercial and office uses are oriented toward Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard/Haven Avenue intersection. The residential uses sit away from the major streets for sound and privacy reasons and to reflect the multi-family housing that exists south of Civic Center Drive. The proposed project and related uses are consistent with existing uses within the area. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: s~g,~,ca,t Mitigation Sig,ificant No I Impact I Incorporated 2. POPULA'IION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal: a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local ( ) (-") population projections? b) Induce substantial growth in an area either ( ) (v') directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable ( ) (v') housing? Comments: a-b) The proposed project will provide both employment and housing within the area. The change in land use designation from "Medium-High Residential" as specified within the General Plan, and "Industrial Park" as stated within the Industrial Area Specific Plan, will not increase population or induce substantial growth within the area, as the proposed designation of "Mixed-Use" is comparable with these existing designations and population projections for the area. c) The project site is currently used as a vineyard and contains a farmhouse and related sheds along the northern portion of the site. The structures appear to have been constructed between the 1930's and 1950's. The applicant will be required to obtain necessary permits prior to the removal of the structures. Demolition of the farmhouse and sheds will not have an impact on the City's housing supply. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant Mitigation Significant NO I 'm~ I incorporated 3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault rupture? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01 B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 6 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) ( ) (,/) ( ) c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ( ) ( ) (,/) ( ) d) Seiche hazards? ( ) ( ) ( ) ('/) e) Landslides or mudflows? ( ) ( ) ( ) (¢') f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable soil ( ) ( ) (¢') ( ) conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,/) h) Expansive soils? ( ) ( ) ( ) ('/) i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) ( ) ( ) (,") Comments: a-c) No known faults pass through the site and it is not in an Earthquake Fault Zone, nor is it in the Rancho Cucamonga City Special Study Zone along the Red Hill Fault. The Red Hill Fault, or Etiwanda Avenue Fault, passes within 3 mile northwest of the site, and the Cucamonga Fault Zone lies approximately five miles northwest. These faults are both capable of producing Mw 6.0 - 7.0 earthquakes, respectively. Also, the San Jacinto fault, capable of producing up to IV~ 7.5 earthquakes is 13.5 miles northeast of the site and the San Andreas Fault, capable of up to Mw 8.2 earthquakes, is 15 miles northeast of the site. Each of these faults can produce strong ground shaking. Adhering to the Uniform Building Code will ensure that geologic impacts~ are less than significant. d) The project site is not located near a body of water. The Deer Creek Channel, which runs adjacent to the west boundary of the site, contains water intermittently generally during heavy storms and would not present a seiche hazard. e) The project site slopes gently from north to south. The proposed grading plan contained in the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Master Plan will follow existing contours and drainage patterns on-site. The site will be graded utilizing conventional mass grading techniques to achieve a balanced cut and fill. Implementation of grading standards provided in the Master Plan will ensure appropriate site grading. f-h) Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is Tujunga Delhi association. This association is well-drained and is very susceptible to erosion during strong winds. Additionally, soil bearing capacities may limit some development. As part of the grading permit process, the applicant will prepare a soils investigation with recommendations for proper grading and proper compaction of soils. i) The site contains no unique geologic or physical features. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01 B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 7 Impact Significant PotentiallyImpact Impact LeSS Impact Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than Significant MitigaUon Significant NO 4. WATER. Will the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, ( ) ( ) (,/) ( ) or the rate and amount of sur[ace water runoff? b) Exposure of people or property to water related ( ) ( ) (,") ( ) hazards such as flooding? c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration ( ) ( ) (v') of surface water quality (e.g., temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity)? d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any ( ) ( ) (v') water body? e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction ( ) ( ) (v') of water movements? f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either ( ) ( ) (,/) through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations, or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability? g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? ( ) ( ) h) Impacts to groundwater quality? ( ) ( ) (,/) i) Substantial reduction in the amount of ( ) ( ) (v') groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? Comments: a) The project is expected to result in changes in absorption rates and drainage patterns as the vacant land will be developed with structures and related hardscape. As stated within the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Master Plan, storm water will be conveyed southward through various on-site storm drains and other water conduits. Drains will be located at regular intervals along Civic Center Drive to efficiently collect runoff. Storm drains will also be installed on the western-most road servicing the apartments. A 24-inch line will begin between the northwest apartments and convey water from two catch basins. The storm drain will extend south through the development where it will connect to a 36-inch pipe. The new system will ultimately connect with the existing 48-inch storm drain on Civic Center Drive. Catch basins will be located at regular intervals along this street to efficiently collect the runoff water. Ultimately the water will flow into Deer Creek Channel. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 6 A final grading plan will be prepared in accordance with City standards to show how storm water runoff will be handled both during construction and operation. Approval of grading plans and conditions applied to the project by the Building Official will ensure adequate site drainage to make this impact less than significant. b) A small portion of the westernmost site boundary adjacent to the drainage channel is located within the 100-year flood plain as indicated on Figure III-G/2 "Flood Hazards" in the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan EIR. The remainder of the site is located outside of the 100-year and 500-year flood zones. The City has adopted standards for flood protection related to minimum building elevations and flood proofing. Drainage and flood protection facilities will be provided for the project to the satisfaction of the Building Official and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. c-e) The project site is not located near a body of water. The Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Master Plan discusses the conveyance of storm water through a series of proposed storm drains and catch basins. The proposed system will connect with an existing line at Civic Center Drive and will ultimately flow into Deer Creek Channel. f-i) The project will not interfere with groundwater management practices in the area because the site is not used for groundwater recharge. I Impact Impact Impact Potentially Significant Impact Less Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Un]ess Than 5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposah a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to ( ) ('/) ( ) ( ) an existing or projected air quality violation? b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') cause any change in climate? d) Create objectionable odors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') Comments: a-b) Air quality is affected by both the rate and location of pollutant emissions and by meteorological conditions which influence movement and dispersal of pollutants. Atmospheric conditions such as wind speed, wind direction, and air temperature gradients, along with local topography, provide the link between air pollutants and air quality. The project is in the northeast portion of the South Coast Air Basin (SCAB), which includes Orange County, and portions of Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. The SCAB is an area of 6,600 square miles bounded by the Pacific Ocean to the west and the San Gabdel, San Bernardino, and San Jacinto mountains to the north 27/ ~nitial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 9 and east. The mountains which reach heights of up to 11,000 feet above mean sea level (msl), act to prevent airflow and thus the transport of air pollutants out of the basin. The San Bernardino Valley portion of the SCAB is designated a non-attainment area for nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide, particulate matter, and ozone. The criteria pollutants identified in the SCAB that would be associated with the proposed project include: - Ozone (03) - Carbon monoxide (CO) - Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - Particulate matter (PM~0) - Sulfur dioxide (SO2) - Reactive Organic Compounds (ROC) SCAQMD adopted the Final 1994 Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) revision in September 1994 and a draft 1997 update in August 1996 to establish a comprehensive C°ntrol program to achieve Compliance with federal and state air quality standards for healthful air quality in the SCAB. The Final AQMP was adopted by the AQMD Board in November 1996 and has since been approved by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The AQMP policies serve as the framework for all control (permitting) efforts in the SCAB as enforced by the SCAQMD for stationary sources. CARB regulates mobile sources. Implementation of the proposed project will result in demolition, Construction and site grading. The South Coast AQMD, in its 1993 "CEQA Air Quality Handbook," estimates daily PM~0 emissions during construction to be 26.4 pounds per day per acre when dust control measures required by SCAQMD Rule 403 are implemented. Based on this calculation, standard daily emission factors allows for the disturbance of around 5.7 acres per day to generate a potentially significant emission level of 150 pounds per day determined to be significant in the SCAQMD Handbook (150 lbs/day divided by 26.4 lbs/acre equals 5.7 acres/day). The largest project component is the proposed residential development under Phase I covering approximately 14 acres. If the entire area were under simultaneous disturbance, a total of 370 pounds per day of PM~0 could be generated (14 acres multiplied by 26.4 lbs./acre/day). Simultaneous disturbance of the site would exceed the SCAQMD daily significant threshold of 150 pounds per day. This calculation does not include the use of best available control measures (BACMs). Implementation of BACMs and a realistic disturbance of 50 percent of the residential portion of the site, predicts a PM~0 generation rate of approximately 70 pounds per day. This amount meets the SCAQMD threshold with a substantial margin of safety. An Air Quality Assessment was prepared for the project using the URBEMIS7G emissions model. Default values were used where project specific information was unavailable. The operational mobile source emissions were calculated using the ITE Trip Generation Manual 6th edition values programmed into the URBEMISTG model. Results of the analysis indicated construction activity air quality impacts were temporarily significant unless mitigation measures using BACMs are employed. Diesel equipment NOx emissions may also temporarily exceed the significant Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 10 threshold unless combustion control procedures are implemented. Recommended mitigation measures contained in the Air Quality Assessment will ensure impacts to air quality are less than significant. Projected operational emissions of the project after implementation of BACMs are shown in Table 1. These emissions represent conditions with mitigation measures as required by the SCAQMD for typical projects such as the proposed Town Center. These are as follows: PM~o emissions 1. The site shall be treated with water a minimum of twice per day, or other soil stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~0 emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. This will result in a minimum reduction of 68 percent of PM~0 emissions during grading. 2. Public roads used for access to the site (Haven, Foothill and Civic Center) shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM~0 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. The site access haul road will be watered a minimum of twice daily. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. This will result in approximately three percent reduction of PMs0 emissions. 3. Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~0 emissions from the site during such episodes. Emissions reduction not quantifiable. 4. Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM~0 emissions. 5. Vehicle speeds will be restricted to less than 15 miles per hour on unpaved portions of the site. This will reduce PM~0 emissions by 70 percent. Construction Equipment 6. The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. This will result in five percent reductions of ROG, NOx, and PM~0 emissions. 7. The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible. 8. The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. 73 Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-0lB, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 11 Table 1 Town Sc uare Proiect Mobile Source Emissions ~missions (pounds/day) Scenario ROG NOx CO PM10 Phase I (2003) 39 52 258 24 Phase II (2004) 41 46 277 27 Phase III (2005) 40 49 293 29 Phase IV (2007) 36 57* 330 43 SCAQMD Threshold 55 55 550 150 Slightly exceed SCAQMD dali ! significance threshold; mitigable with recommended mobile soume mitigation. Source: Gireux & Associates Air Quality Impact Analysis for Rancho Cucamonga Town Square, Mamh, 2001. The project operational emissions do not exceed SCAQMD thresholds of significance until Phase IV of the project. However, emissions only slightly exceed SCAQMD daily significant threshold by 3.6 percent and is therefore considered de minimus. Mobile source mitigation can be effected through a number of developer- sponsored initiatives. Measures such as encouraging walking or cycling by providing safe walking and bicycle paths for short local trips, providing preferential carpool parking at the office building, or a protected bus shelter on the project perimeter can each contribute an emissions reduction. Implementation of these measures can reduce mobile source emissions to less than significant levels. c-d) The proposed project is the construction of a new mixed-use development on 34.6 gross acres of land located on the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. Development of the site will integrate professional uses with retail, service commercial, and community-oriented uses. At build-out, the project will include an office complex, apartments, two restaurants, a daycare facility, a specialty market, a park, retail stores, mixed-use retail and apartment lofts, as well as a small outdoor mall in the northeast corner of the development. The end use of the proposed project, mixed use will not generate emissions that could cause climatic changes or objectionable odors. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentiallyunless Than 6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? ( ) (,/) ( ) b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., ( ) ( ) (v') sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? c) Inadequate emergency access or access to ( ) ( ) (v') nearby uses? Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01o01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 12 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ( ) ) ( ) (v') e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ( ) ) ( ) (v') f) Conflicts with adopted policies suppoding ( ) ) ( ) (v') alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? g) Rail or air traffic impacts? ( ) ) ( ) ('") .Comments: a) The project will be developed in five phases through 2005. At buildout the project would generate approximately 8,955 daily trips. Total AM peak hour trips would be approximately 701 and PM peak hour trips would be 896. This requires the preparation of a traffic impact analysis (TIA) under SANBAG's Congestion Management Plan (CMP). The TIA prepared for the project included analysis of 21 intersections. In 2005, under base traffic conditions plus the project, eight intersections would operate at LOS E or F during at least one of the peak hours. The level of service at four additional intersections would be reduced as well. In 2020, growth in the area is anticipated to be 40 percent over 2000 traffic volumes. However, traffic improvements in the form of widening major streets to their maximum widths, restriping to add turn lanes, etc, will be done in the interim between the present and 2020. For example, Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue will be widened to six lanes each. However, under base conditions (without the project) nine intersections would still operate at LOS F during at least one of the peak hours. The remaining 12 intersections would operate at LOS D or better during both morning and afternoon peak hours. With project traffic added, one additional intersection would be reduced from LOS D to LOS F. At the same time, four intersections would improve from LOS F to LOS E or better in 2020 with the project. However, with the proposed project, 9 of the 21 intersections analyzed would still operate at LOS E or below in 2020. 75 Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 13 The proposed project will be responsible for paying the City traffic impact fees and improving the project's frontage along Foothill Boulevard, Haven Avenue and Civic Center Drive. In addition, in.accordance with CMP requirements, the project's contribution of total new traffic volumes at each of the impacted intersections was calculated. The percentage of the project's contribution of total new traffic volumes is based on 2020 traffic volumes, and is used to determine the project's fair share contribution to the required mitigatioa measures. The costs associated with implementing mitigation measures for the year 2020 were estimated for each intersection based on the preliminary cost estimates provided by SANBAG. The total cost estimate for the project's fair-share cost contribution is $716,488. These costs may be offset by the applicant's payment of City traffic fees as set forth in the following mitigation measure to improve impacted intersections to LOS D or better are as follows: 9. To mitigate the impacted intersections to LOS D or better, the applicant shall pay traffic impact fees that amount to the project's fair share of roadway improvements as identified by the City Engineer. These include but are not limited to widening roadways to their full width to add additional lanes, restriping existing roads to add additional lanes, signalizing intersections, or other improvements identified by the City Engineer. b-c) Project design will not result in the creation of hazardous traffic conditions or create dangerous intersections. The proposed project includes two right-in/right-out only access points from Foothill Boulevard, one right-in/right out only access from Haven Avenue and three full access points from Civic Center Drive. All access points were analyzed as stop controlled intersections. The results were that both access points from Foothill Boulevard would operate at LOS B during morning and LOS C during afternoon peak hours in 2005 and 2020 under full buildout of the project. The analysis of the Haven Avenue access showed that in 2005 (with Haven as a six- lane divided roadway) the access would operate at LOS C during both peak hour periods, and in 2020 would operate at LOS D during AM and LOS C during PM peak hours. The analysis of the Civic Center Drive access points, showed that these accesses would operate at LOS B or better in 2005 and LOS C or better in 2020 during both peak hour periods. d) The project will require adequate parking to accommodate the mix of land uses proposed. The applicant has expressed an interest in pursuing a shared parking concept for the site where hours of operation for some uses may be restricted. The City has established parking requirements for land uses in its Development Code. Any deviation from these requirements, such as the proposed shared parking concept, must be proven to have no adverse effects. While no shared parking study has been submitted at this time, a parking study will be required for the site prior to development of Phase I if the parking accommodations do not meet current City standards. The following mitigation measure applies to the proposed project: Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 14 10. If the applicant proposes to develop the project with parking accommodations less than currently specified by the Development Code, concurrent with the DevelopmentJDesign Review of the first phase of the project, the applicant shall submit a parking study that shows the feasibility of the proposed shared parking concept. The shared parking plan and accompanying parking study must be reviewed, and if deemed acceptable by the City, could result in approval of a shared parking plan. Otherwise, the adopted City parking requirements will be uniformly applied to the project. e-f) The Rancho Cucamonga Multi-Purpose Trail System is located near the western boundary of the site. The trail is located off-site and the project would not require improvements to the trail. A community wall and landscaping will be provided along the project's western boundary to provide a landscaped buffer between the trail and the project's uses. Additionally, the project will include sidewalks and paseos, as well as connections to the trail, to facilitate pedestrian movement on and through the site. The project is designed to accommodate pedestrian access through the project site from the south to the nearby Terra Vista Town Center shopping area, located northeast of the site, and to the Rancho Cucamonga City Hall/San Bernardino County Court House complex, located directly across Haven Avenue. The project also includes a provision for a pedestrian bridge located above Haven Avenue to encourage pedestrian movement between the project and the Civic Center/Court House complex. Funding for the bridge will be provided by the Redevelopment Agency and/or the City through bonds, redevelopment funds or other funding mechanism. g) Located three miles north of Ontario Airport, the site is offset north of the flight path and will not be dangerous to users or aircraft. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: s~g,~a.t uifige§o~ Significant No I Impact I Incorporated 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their ( ) ( ) ( ) (v~) habitats (including, but not limited to: plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds)? b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees, ( ) ( ) ( ) ("') eucalyptus windrow, etc.)? c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc.)? d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian, and ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') vernal pool)? e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 15 Comments: a) The project site is located within the Ontario Recovery Unit (RU) for the Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly (DSF). Each RU includes occupied and/or restorable habitat for at least one population of the species (USFWS 1997). Areas containing occupied and/or restorable habitat and dispersal corridors need to be evaluated relative to the extent of distribution patterns necessary to support secure populations. Additional data is needed on reproduction and mortality rates, dispersal, and habitat variables before further refinement of RU boundaries, development of alternative RU preserve designs, and analyses of population can be made (USFWS 1997). Until such data is obtained, the highest priority is to protect existing populations of the DSF (USFWS 1997). Currently, RUs do not include existing development, or areas that have otherwise been permanently altered by human actions. A survey was conducted by Impact Sciences for the property in April 1999 to evaluate the site's potential to support DSF. Results indicated that the site did not support high quality potential or optimal DSF habitat due to ongoing agricultural activities, and that the site was not located directly adjacent to other areas of high quality potential or known occupied DSF habitat. A series of focused DSF surveys following USFWS recommended protocol were also conducted by Impact Sciences between August and September 2000. No DSF were observed during focused surveys of the site. Additionally, no other sign of recent DSF occupation was detected (e.g., pupal skins). Further, based on information from off-site field visits, consultation with other entomologists, and results of other DSF surveys conducted in the general area, both the 1999 and 2000 DFS flight seasons were apparently "productive" relative to the above ground activity period for DSF. The report concluded that based on the failure to detect DSF during two consecutive survey periods (1999 and 2000), it can be reasonably concluded that the site is not currently occupied by DSF. b-c) The only trees on-site occur near the single-family residence and include three fig trees, a walnut tree and a palm tree. They are not considered heritage trees therefore, their removal will have no impact. The trees will be replaced in accordance with an approved landscape plan. Besides vineyards, the only other plants species that occurs onsite are non-native weedy species. d) There is no riparian or wetland habitat on-site. e) Development of Foothill Boulevard to the north and Haven Avenue to the east and existing development in the area has eliminated any wildlife corridors that may have occurred in the past. Slgni~cant Impact L~SS Issues and Supporting Information Sources: SignificantP°tentlal~y MItigationUnlesS Signff~antThan No 8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 16 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation ( ) ( ) ( ) ('/) plans? b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and ( ) ( ) ( ) ('/) inefficient manner? c) Result in the loss of availability of a known ( ) ( ) ( ) mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? Comments: a-b) The project will be required to conform to applicable City standards for energy conservation. c) The project site is located on the Deer Creek alluvial fan, an area classified as a Mineral Resoume Zone (MP, Z-2). An MRZ-2 zone contains deposits of known value and marketability. However, the State Geologist has determined that the area is not a Designated Area of available resources due to urbanization. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Signi~cant Mi§gatJon Significant NO I ,m.~t I ,ncorporated 9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of ( ) ( ) ( (v') hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)? b) Possible interference with an emergency ( ) ( ) ( ('/) response plan or emergency evacuation plan? c) The creation of any health hazard or potential ( ) ( ) ( (¢') health hazard? d) Exposure of people to existing sources of ( ) ('/) ( ( ) potential health hazards? e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable ( ) ( ) ( (¢') brush, grass, or trees? Comments.'. a/c) Currently the site is used as a vineyard and contains a farm house and some ancillary buildings. There is some scattered rusty farm equipment onsite. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 17 a) The development will meet the Foothill Fire Protection District's requirements for safe and ready access for fire and other emergency equipment. Roads and adjacent street systems will have two different emergency entrances and exits, roads with the cul-de-sac will not be longer than 600 feet and will have a turn- around area of at least 90 feet in diameter. Adequate water supply will be provided to maintain necessary pressures and volumes to fire hydrants. Additionally, fire sprinklers as well as smoke detectors will be installed in all residences, commercial, and industrial buildings. d) In January 2001, a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) was prepared for the site. Based on field observations and a records search, two underground storage tanks (USTs) and three aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) were found onsite. All tanks, with the exception of an UST located adjacent to the driveway of the residence, were located in the work area of the former vineyard. Two of the ASTs have 250-gallon volume capacities and the third, mounted on a trailer in the center of the work area, has a 500-gallon volume capacity. According to interviews with current owners of the property, two of the ASTs were used to store diesel fuel and both the USTs were used to store gasoline; use of the third AST is unknown. Also observed onsite were five (5) 55-gallon drums within the fenced limits of the work area. The current site owner indicated that the drums were filled within gasoline or diesel fuel. All five drums were sealed and contained liquid, but were not full at the time of the site visit. An earlier Phase I Site Assessment was conducted in 1996 that revealed the presence of stained soils near the drums and tanks. Soil samples analyzed revealed concentrations of fuel constituents below the method reporting limits for the laboratory equipment. Based on this finding, it was concluded that "soil beneath and immediately adjacent to the potential contaminate sources had not been impacted with petroleum hydrocarbon contamination." The report concluded that no further investigation into the release of hazardous materials was warranted. The current property owner, in a recent interview indicated that Sevin Dust (a herbicide/pesticide sulfur dust made by Ortho) was used on the subject property. The product was purchased in 75-pound bags and stored onsite until applied with a dust machine. The pesticide was banned by the EPA in the mid 1980s and use of the dust was discontinued at that time. Since the site will be used for residential and commercial purposes, the report recommended that a limited number of surface samples be screened for pesticides. No additional recommendations or potential environmental concerns were noted in the repod. As discussed previously, an old farmhouse and related sheds are present onsite. Various building materials including roofing material, wallboard/joint compound, resilient floor tile and exterior stucco are considered potential asbestos containing materials (ACMs). Proposed demolition of the structures could potentially release asbestos. Only sampling and analysis can verify asbestos content. Structures containing materials that may potentially contain ACMs must be tested and removed prior to demolition under the South Coast Air Quality Management District's Rule 1402. The following mitigation measure applies to the proposed project: Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 18 11. Prior to demolition of buildings on-site, the applicant shall submit an asbestos abatement report to ensure building materials that may contain ACM are sampled and removed in accordance with applicable regulations. Materials containing less than 0.1 percent asbestos are non-regulated and do not require removal prior to demolition. Material containing 0.1 percent or more asbestos are considered regulated and must be removed prior to demolition. Appropriate removal of the ACM, if required, and demolition of structures in accordance with applicable regulations, will eliminated potential exposure to known hazardous materials. No additional impacts related to potential exposure of existing sources of hazardous materials were identified. No mitigation measures are proposed. e) The site is located in a commemial and medium-high residential area and is not located in a brush/wildland fire hazard area. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUnless Than 10. NOISE. Will the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? ) ( ) ) (v') b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ) ( ) ) (v') Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 19 Comments: a-b) The proposed project is a mixed-use development that includes residential, commercial and professional office uses. Traffic Noise The project site is currently affected by traffic noise from Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue. Existing traffic noise levels on-site are shown in Table 2. The residential component of the project will be developed in the first phase of the project. Most proposed residential uses will be at least 500 feet from Foothill Boulevard or Haven Avenue. Existing noise levels would not pose a constraint on development of residential uses as proposed on-site. Table 2 Existin~l Traffic Noise Levels I Distance To: CNEL @ 100 feet from 70 db 65 db 60 db Location roadway centerline CNEL¢) CNEL{2} CNEL(3) South of Foothill 67.5 db 70 feet 145 feet 315 feet West of Haven 67.7 db 70 feet 150 feet 325 feet (1) residential use strongly discouraged. (2) Maximum acceptable residential noise. (3) Most desirable mitigated noise level. Construction Noise Temporary construction noise impacts can vary widely depending on the type of construction equipment used, the duration of use and the location of equipment on a project site. During Phase I, there will be an adequate distance buffer between construction activities and existing sensitive receptors south and west of the site. Phase I consists of the development of the residential component of the project and a small retail component. During Phases II through IV these residences could be adversely affected by construction activities on-site, particularly during early morning and evening hours. The City of Rancho Cucamonga limits construction activities to between the hours of 6:30 am and 8:00 pm on weekdays. In addition, all off-road construction equipment is required to have a properly operated and maintained muffler. Any development project that includes stockpiling of materials or staging of equipment or vehicles staging should conduct these activities away from residences. Materials handling and small stationary noise sources during later stages of construction have lower initial noise levels, and their corresponding noise impact zones are therefore much smaller. Noise from cement trucks, fork lifts, compressors, pumps, etc. are generally attenuated to acceptable levels within a few hundred feet of the noise source. As structures are built on the property, they will help protect the nearest receptors and further confine the primary noise impact zone within the immediate vicinity of the development itself. Construction noise is not expected to create a significant noise impact if contractors comply with standard City conditions. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 20 Long-term Traffic Noise Upon completion, the project would generate approximately 8,955 daily vehicle trips. The established threshold of significance for determining impacts associated with noise is an increase of 3 db over existing conditions. Existing traffic noise distributions and changes attributable to project development were calculated by the noise consultant. Noise level changes attributable to project traffic were found to be negligible except at the project entrances. The only change exceeding the threshold is along Civic Center Drive west of Haven Avenue. That increase, however, will not affect any noise sensitive land uses because the increase will not extend as far west as existing or proposed residences. Therefore, project-related noise impacts are less than significant. On-site Proiect Noise On the project site, noise sensitive uses will be primarily within the apartment complex that has a 500-foot setback from both Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard. Noise levels within the apartment complex will be less than 60 db under buildout conditions as shown in Table 3 below. CNEL contours were established from the roadway center line at buildout in 2020, with the project under a clear line of sight. Commercial structures closer to Foothill or Haven will act as partial sound walls and reduce the distances. Table 3 Future Noise Levels in Residential Area of the Project Distance To: Location 70db CNEL 65 db CNEL 60 db CNEL South of Foothill 90 feet 190 feet 410 feet West of Haven 95 feet 200 feet 430 feet Noise sensitive land uses within the 410-430 foot possible noise impact zone (60 db CNEL contour) are the lofts over retail space and the day care center. Both uses include outdoor recreational space that would require noise protection. The noise study also concluded that the lofts, day care center and some of the apartments would also require upgraded acoustical features to meet interior noise standards. The following mitigation measures have been identified that will ensure that noise impacts are reduced to less than significant: 12. A perimeter wall shall be constructed around the outdoor play area of the proposed day care center. The optimum height and depth of the wall and material to be uses shall be determined in a specific noise evaluation that shall be completed during the design phase of the day care center. The noise evaluation shall be submitted with the design drawings for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to commencement of construction of the day care center, Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 21 13. Prior to issuance of building permits for the residential components of the project, the applicant shall prepare a noise evaluation that identifies future exterior and interior noise levels and identifies measures required to reduce noise impacts to less than significant levels. These measures may include but are not limited to double-paned windows, additional insulation of exterior walls, and the installation of air-conditioning units. The type of window, insulation, and air conditioning units shall be determined in consultation with City staff. The air conditioning system(s) shall be of a type that does not add appreciably to the degradation of the acoustical environment around the residential units and is approved by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentlallyUnless Than 11. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') c) Schools? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') e) Other governmental services? ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') Comments: a-e) Fire Protection - The site is located on the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue in Rancho Cucam0nga, and is served by a fire station located near the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Archibald Avenue, approximately one mile west of the project site. Additionally, there is a fire station located on the southwest corner of Milliken Avenue and Jersey Boulevard, approximately 1.5 miles southeast of the site. Standard conditions of approval from the Uniform Building and Fire Codes will be placed on the project. Police Protection - The County of San Bernardino Sheriff's Department provides law ~nforcement services for the City of Rancho Cucamonga through a contract agreement established in 1978. The Rancho Cucamonga Police Department is located at 10510 Civic Center Drive and is approximately one-forth mile southeast of the site. The area is small and will not increase the patrol area, as most surrounding properties are developed and currently patrolled. Schools - The proposed project includes the construction of 412 apartment units. The applicant will be required to pay appropriate development fees to the school district. The effect on school districts will be less than significant. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01 B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 22 Parks - Jobs created by this and other similar projects will likely draw employees from within the City or surrounding communities. The project includes the development of a public heritage park, plazas, courtyards and open space areas for use by project area residents, residents of the City and employees of on-site retail and office facilities. The applicant will be required to pay development fees to offset the increase in park use associated with the residential component of the project. Therefore, the effect on parks will be less than significant. Public Facilities - Services and available of services including sewer, street improvements, access for emergency vehicles, storm drains and community trails have been addressed in the Master Plan. All of these services and amenities will be provided to the residents of the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square. New sewer lines will be built and tied into existing lines on Haven Avenue and Civic Center Drive. All streets on site will conform to General Plan standards and Development Code requirements. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Than 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( ) (v') b) Communication systems? ( ) ("') c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution ( ) ('/) facilities? d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ) (v') e) Storm water drainage? ( ) ( (¢') f) Solid waste disposal? ( ) ( (v') g) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) ( ('") Comments,: a-b) Existing infrastructure for electrical utilities is available and service will be provided by Southern California Edison Company. Existing infrastructure for natural gas and communication systems is also available and service will be provided by the Southern California Gas Company and Verizon California, respectively. c-d) The Chino Basin Municipal Water District (CBMWD), is contracted by the City to provide sewage collection and treatment for residences and facilities within City limits. Currently there is no sewer line along the west-side of Haven Avenue right- of-way adjacent to the project site. Development of the project will include the installation of an eight-inch sewer line beginning at Foothill Boulevard then continuing along the west-side of Haven Avenue. The line will cross Civic Center Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 23 Drive and connect with an existing eight-inch line at the Mountain Vista Apartment complex. An additional two sewer lines will be installed on the project site. One line will begin at the north side of the daycare center then continue south along Street "A." The other line will begin at the north-side of the apartment complex, and continue through to the west-side of the complex. Both lines will then extend under Civic Center Drive, and tie into the existing line at the Mountain Vista Apartment Complex. e) Storm water will be conducted southward through various on-site storm drains and other water conduits. A 48-inch storm drain within the Civic Center Drive right-of- way will be extended into the site to serve the new development. New storm lines will be installed along Street 'A'. The system will begin along Street "A," near the proposed retail uses. At this location, a 24-inch sewer drainage line will be installed where water from three basins will convey water southward. Seven more catch basins will drain the remainder of Street "A" and any runoff received from the surrounding development. The drain size will expand to 36 inches approximately half way down the street and connect with the 48-inch pipe at the intersection of Civic Center Drive and Haven Avenue. Drains will be located at regular intervals along Civic Center Drive to efficiently collect runoff. f) Privately-owned companies currently providing solid waste collect within the City of Rancho Cucamonga include Burrtec Disposal, USA Waste Industries, and Yukon Disposal. Solid waste disposal will be provided by one of these three companies and transported to the County-owned Mid-Valley Sanitary Landfill located off of Highland Avenue on Alder Avenue in Rialto, California approximately ten miles nodheast of the site. The landfill was recently expanded to serve the western and central San Bernardino Valley area. The expansion will provide solid waste disposal capacity to meet the needs of both existing and future residents and businesses in the western and central San Bernardino Valley for an estimated 38 years. g) Water service will be provided by the Cucamonga County Water District. Existing water lines on Haven Avenue and Civic Center Drive will be extended into the site. Development of the site will include a looped eight-inch line to Haven Avenue and to Civic Center Drive. Proposed water lines will run from the Haven Avenue entrance on the western edge of the development, and from the Civic Center Drive entrance drive to the south onto Street "A." The new water lines will make a series of loops throughout the development. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Ur, less Than 13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposah a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? ( ) ( ) ( b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ( ) ( ) ( (¢') c) Create light or glare? ( ) ( ) (v') ( ) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 24 .Comments: a-b) The project site is located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard within the Haven Avenue Overlay District. The purpose of the Overlay District, as stated within the City's Industrial Area Specific Plan, is to establish development standards which address the unique setting and character of the Haven Avenue corridor. The Specific Plan states that the Haven Avenue corridor and the Industrial Park designation should be designed to project a "campus like image for firms seeking an attractive and pleasant working environment with high prestige value." As part of the Haven Avenue Overlay district requirements, a Master Plan was prepared for the project. The Rancho Cucamonga Town Square project was designed in accordance with the Overlay District as commercial uses at the site will be located along the northern and eastern portions of the site. The two restaurants, will be located on the eastern portion of the site, fronting Haven Avenue. Office uses will also be located within the eastern portion of the site. All other uses including community service uses, residential, mixed-use development and parks and open space are located west, south or centrally within the project site. The layout of the project site focuses on the City's goal of high-quality office and professional development along the Haven Avenue corridor and will be compatible with existing uses in the area. c) Development of the site will create a new light source as the site is currently vacant. A lighting plan must be approved prior to issuance of building permits. Onsite lighting will be directed away from onsite and offsite residential uses. The impact is not considered significant. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUnless Than 14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Disturb Paleontological resources? ( ) ( ) (~') b) Disturb archaeological resources? ( ) ( ) (v') c) Affect historical or cultural resources? ( ) (*) ( ) d) Have the potential to cause a physical change, ( ) ( ) (~') which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within ( ) ( ) ("') the potential impact area? Comments: a-e) According to a Cultural Resources Survey and Evaluation prepared for the project, no prehistoric or historical archaeological sites were found onsite. The De Ambrogio house and associated vineyard structures linked to the vineyard operations are over 45 years old and have been recorded as site SBR-10,239H. However, according to the report, these resources are not "historically significant" using the criteria for listing resources on the California Register of Historical Places. Although not Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 25 formally recorded as a cultural iandscape, the vineyards are sufficiently old and uncommon in Rancho Cucamonga possibly making them significant at the local level. City staff has been working with the applicant to establish a heritage park on an approximately Y~-acre site within the project that would identify the site as an historic site. Therefore, this impact would be less than significant. (Also see the discussion under Recreation below) Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially UnleSS T'fian 15. RECREATION. Would the proposah a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or ( ( ) ( ) ("') regional parks or other recreational facilities? b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ( ( ) ( ) ('~') Comments: a) The proposed project includes the construction of a 0.45-acre onsite park (De Ambrogio Heritage Park) in addition to sidewalks, paseos, and connection to the Deer Creek Regional Multi-System Trail. A small portion of the existing vineyard will be rehabilitated and maintained onsite to complement the surrounding landscape theme. The small vineyard will be surrounded by rose-covered rustic rail fencing with historical winery-related artifacts displayed for public information to highlight the heritage of the project site. Additionally the project will be surrounded on the northern and eastern boundaries by an expansive linear park featuring meandering walkways and rolling, contoured turf areas. The park will provide recreational benefits to onsite residents and outdoor eating areas for employees working at the various businesses on and off-site. b) The project would not affect existing recreational opportunities as the property surrounding the project area is part of the Industrial Specific Plan area and is intermediately developed. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 26 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: F'oten~ially Unle~ Than 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the ( ) ( ) ( ) (¢') potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? b) Short term: Does the project have the potential ( ) (v') ( ) ( ) to achieve shod-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A shod-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time. Long-term impacts will endure well into the future.) c) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts that ( ) ( ) (-/) ( ) are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have ( ) ( ) ( ) (v') environmental effects, which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? Comments: a) The Initial Study did not identify any significant adverse impacts to biological resources. The project site is located'within the Ontario Recovery Unit (RU) for the Delhi Sands Flower-loving Fly (DSF). A survey was conducted by Impact Sciences for the property in April 1999 to evaluate the site's potential to support DSF. Results indicated that the site did not support high quality potential or optimal DSF habitat due to ongoing agricultural activities, and that the site was not located directly adjacent to other areas of high quality potential or known occupied DSF habitat. A series of focused DSF surveys following USFVVS recommended protocol were also conducted by Impact Sciences between August and September 2000. No DSF were observed during focused surveys of the site. Additionally, no other sign of recent DSF occupation was detected (e.g., pupal skins). Further, based on information from Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01 B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 27 off-site field visits, consultation with other entomologists, and results of other DSF surveys conducted in the general area, both the 1999 and 2000 DFS flight seasons were apparently "productive" relative to the above ground activity period for DSF. The report concluded that based on the failure of detect DSF during two consecutive survey periods (1999 and 2000), it can be reasonably concluded that the site is not currently occupied by DSF. b) Grading could cause emissions of criteria pollutants above SCAQMD thresholds. Mitigation measures identified in Section 5 of this Initial Study would reduce these to less than significant. c) Cumulative effects of the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square will include incremental increases in traffic within the immediate vicinity. However the impacts are not considered significant as the site plan includes set backs to prevent stacking in the street, and the applicant will be required to pay appropriate transportation fees established for development within the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Area. Fees are used to make roadway improvements with the area to keep the circulation system at acceptable levels of service. d) Development of the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square would not cause substantial adverse effects on humans, either directly or indirectly. The initial study did not identify any impacts that would have a potentially significant affect to the environment. EARLIER ANALYSES Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in the following earlier document(s) pursuant to applicable legal standards, and such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. The following earlier analyses were utilized in completing this Initial Study and are available for review in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Division offices, 10500 Civic Center Drive (check all that apply): (v') City of Rancho Cucamonga Industrial Area Specific Plan (Certified August 19, 1981) (,/) City of Rancho Cucamonga Master Environmental Assessment and General Plan EIR (Certified January 4, 1989) (v') Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Master Plan Design Standards, February 2001. (,,') Giroux & Associates, Air Quality Impact Analysis Rancho Cucamonga Town · Square, March 9, 2001. Darnell & Associates, Inc., Traffic Study for the Rancho Cucamonga Two Square, April 3, 2001. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 28 (,/) Impact Sciences, Focused Delhi Sands Flower-Loving Fly Surveys, October 16, 2000. (,/) Professional Archaeological Services, Cultural Resources Survey and Evaluation of the De Ambrogio Vineyard, January 2001. (v') Hart Crowser, Inc., Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report, February 2001. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA 01-01B, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 Page 29 APPLICANT CERTIFICATION I certify that I am the applicant for the project described in this Initial Study. I acknowledge that I have read this Initial Study and the proposed mitigation measures. Further, I have revised the project plans or proposals and/or hereby agree to the proposed mitigation measures to avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant environmental effects would occur. ., __ Signature: //z~~,~.,~~ Date: Print Name and Title:~ P/~/I' ~ ~ F. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 00-05- HOGLE/IRELAND, INC. - A request to amend the circulation within the General Industrial Distdct (Subarea 5), to eliminate a portion of 7th Street from approximately its current terminus east of Archibald Avenue to Hermosa Avenue. APN: 209-211-30 and 31 and the southerly portion of 17. Related files: General Plan Amendment 00-04 and Development Review 00-65. · Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer, presented the staff report. Chairman McNiel observed that the staff report indicated the elimination of 7th Street along the north boundary of the development would compromise the ability of the adjacent property to the north to be subdivided. He asked why staff was supportive of the elimination of 7th Street. Mr. James replied that the adjacent property to the north is owned by the same property owner as the proposed project. Chairman McNiel asked if the elimination of 7th Street might limit development of the property to the south of 7th Street if the proposed warehouse/distribution facility is not built. Mr. James replied that it would be possible to construct a cul-de-sac coming off Hermosa if necessary. Chairman McNiel opened the public headng. Kelly Carlyle, Hogle-lreland, Inc., 4200 Latham Street, Suite B, Riverside, stated they have a tenant for the project and a prospective tenant for the property to the north. She indicated the warehouse/distribution project would be before the Commission on June 27, 2001. Headng no further testimony, Chairman McNiel closed the public headng. Commissioner Tolstoy stated that as 7th Street is not a major eastJwest thoroughfare, he supported its removal if it benefits the developer. Motion: Moved by Tolstoy, seconded by Stewart, to recommend approval of a Negative Declaration and adopt the resolutions recommending approval of General Plan Amendment 00-04 and Development Code Amendment 00-05. Motion carded by the following vote: AYES: MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: NONE ABSENT: MACIAS - carded G. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01B - BURNE'I-I' COMPANIES - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from ~ Industrial Park and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) to Mixed Use for approximately 31.5 acres located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-331-01,208-331-24, 25, and 26. Related files: Development Distdct Amendment DRCDDA01-01 and Development Code Amendment DRCDCA01-01. H. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT DRCDDA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES - A request to change the zoning districts from Industrial Park (Subarea 6) and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) to Mixed Use and establish Industrial District (Subarea 19) for approximately 31.5 acres located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-331-01,208-331-24, 25, and 26. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B and Development Code Amendment DRCDCA01-01. Planning Commission Minutes -4- June 13, 2001 I. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRCDCA01-01 - BURNE'I-I' COMPANIES - A request to establish Master Plan development standards for the Mixed Use designation of Subarea 19 for approximately 31.5 acres located at the southwest comer of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-331-01,208-331-24, 25, and 26. Related files: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B and Development District Amendment DRCDDA01-01. Alan Warren, Associate Planner, presented the staff report and indicated that a letter had been received from the California Regional Water Quality Control Board outlining six issues of concern and said those items are generally covered in development standards for this type of development. He observed that the letter also claimed that the project will convert agricultural land to nonagricultural use but noted that the City's General Plan has always called for industrial park and residential uses on the property. He conceded that the land is shown as agricultural prime on the State's map but said that the State defines agricultural prime land as having irrigated crop production for four years, and he pointed out that the land has not been irrigated within the last four years. Therefore, he said it is the City's position that the land does not qualify as agricultural under the State's definition. Mr. Warren reported that the State Clearinghouse asked for a 30-day review period which has not expired but he noted that the Commission only acts as a recommending body and the review period would be completed before the City Council takes final action so staff could incorporate any additional information into the final report. Commissioner Mannerino noted the vineyards are cultivated but not irrigated. Mr. Warren stated that under the State definition, the property must be irrigated for four years. Chairman McNiel asked the foundation for the request to go from Medium High to High Residential. Brad Buller, City Planner, stated the applicant feels it is an urban environment and that the High Residential category fits well into the context of the project and its location. Chairman McNiel opened the public headng. Oliver Cagle, President, Bumett Companies, 1300 Bristol Street North, Suite 200, Newport Beach, stated they feel the property is a focal point. He said they have listened to staff, the Planning Commission, and members of the City Council and have addressed their comments. He said the project will be presented to Design Review on July 3 and he felt it is a project which will make the City proud. He felt Mixed Use is appropriate for this area to create a downtown atmosphere that will be viable in the evenings for better circulation patterns and allow the highest and best use of the land. Chairman McNiel asked why an increase in residential density is being requested. Mr. Cagle thought they have approximately the same number of units from an aggregate point of view with the current zoning but said they want to co-mingle the uses to create a better architectural and creative atmosphere for the people living there to be able to work and play on the property. He acknowledged yield is also is a consideration. He said they are applying urban land use regulations to a project they believe to be a tree Mixed Use. He noted some land uses require greater setbacks. He said that urban mixed use projects go back to the 1800s and early 1900s in such cities as New York, Boston, Cincinnati, and Philadelphia. He pointed out those developments did not use the same kind of urban land use zoning regulations that are in place today, with various setback requirements, etc. He stated they need a little higher density to allow the project to work. He said that residential works better from a financial point of view for the developer while commercial provides more revenue to the City and they are looking for a good mix to make it work for everyone. Planning Commission Minutes -5- June 13, 2001 Chairman McNiel stated the City sees Mixed Use as an opportunity to develop something nice for residences and businesses where there is open space/parkland but developers often see it as an opportunity to get as much leasable or salable property. He felt the appropriate mix is between those two points and he wanted the developer to know the City's concerns. Commissioner Tolstoy asked how they plan to design the high density and how many stories the building would have. Mr. Cagle responded they propose three stories over retail, some four-story residential, and a five- story office building. Commissioner Tolstoy felt it important that the residential portion not look out of scale with the mixed use area. Mr. Cagle felt it all blends very well. He said they meet all the open space and parking requirements and they are still working with staff on architectural treatments. Hearing no further testimony, Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing. He felt this is perhaps the most prime piece of property remaining to be developed and it is cdtical that it be developed well. He asked if approval of the amendments would mean the project is locked into the development percentages noted in the staff report. Mr. Warren replied affirmatively and said a change would require an amendment. He reported it is the City's intent to indicate what the City anticipates on any Mixed Use site rather than providing no direction. He noted the Development Review project in process combines the site plan and accompanying development standards for future development. He said the descriptions in the staff report reflect what has so far been submitted. Commissioner Stewart asked if the City is locked in so far as the percentages. Mr. Warren observed the amendment calls for 55-60 percent Commercial and 40-45 percent High Residential and those percentages would be locked in but there will be flexibility so far as how the various types of Commercial are broken down, etc. Chairman McNiel asked the square footage on the proposed apartments. Mr. Bullet replied that they vary and will be subject to Commission review and approval. He said thera are some structures which are strictly apartment units and two structures are mixed with retail located below residential units. He reported the General Plan Task Force meeting discussed Mixed Use sites and the various percentages of uses noted and the Task Force felt the percentages are meant to be general guidelines and not absolutes and each project would stand on its on in determining consistency with the intent of the General Plan. Commissioner Mannerino confirmed the General Plan Task Force wanted the percentages to be guidelines but felt it was important to have the guidelines so that it is clear Mixed Use is not to be considered as an absence of planning. He reported the Task Force felt the guidelines indicate there has been some thought as to the rough mixture of uses in those particular areas. He stated that there is a tendency to look unfavorably when someone asks for a higher density but he thought this project is proposing an urban, "Manhattan-like" environment. He felt that Manhattan works because of the density and is alive because there are a lot of people there. He thought if the City truly wants a truly urban area, the higher density will work so long as parking, traffic flow, and amenities are considered. He acknowledged that the property has been a vineyard for a very long time, but he felt it may be time for the vineyard to give way to development. Planning Commission Minutes -6- June 13, 2001 Chairman McNiel stated he had not seen a master plan and he hesitated to commit to these numbers in case the Commission does not like the master plan presented. Commissioner Mannerino thought the range of numbers is within reason. He stated the alternative would be to create no Mixed Use, meaning there would never be an urban setting or create Mixed Use but give no percentages, which would mean the percentages would be determined as each development is processed meaning there would be no overall guidelines and each project would be considered in a vacuum. Chairman McNiel was concerned that the City does not have a depth of experience and he questioned if the numbers are reasonable. Commissioner Mannerino felt the City has to do something and he felt the percentages will guide developers and staff. He noted there is a mechanism to adjust the percentages via General Plan amendments. Chairman McNiel felt it might be better to go through the Design Review process before setting the percentages. Commissioner Mannerino was not sure that every building is already planned. Chairman McNiel asked how many phases are proposed. Mr. Buller replied the Commission saw the project in a conceptual stage and the Commissioners present believed the mix was apprepdate for the site. He said the mix is similar to what the Commission found to be acceptable if there was not a Mixed Use designation; however, the Mixed Use allows the uses to be blended instead of placing the multiple family in one area and the commercial in another. He said staff supports the mix because it is consistent with what staff feels would be appropriate on this comer. Commissioner Tolstoy was happy that the Industrial Park designation will be removed from the property because he felt the site is too important to be Industrial Park. He recalled that the Commissioners were amazed at how well a very high density project was done in Atlanta. He said he is generally worried about where parking will be located in high density projects so that is a sensitive matter. He believed the percentages allow flexibility. He said he generally d(~es not like Mixed Use but he felt it is appropriate for this area. He indicated that it must blend in with the apartments directly south of the project as well as the Barton building across the street. He felt staff and the Commission are capable of making it work. Commissioner Stewart agreed with Commissioners Tolstoy and Mannerino. She believed the concept will offer a lot of vitality to the comer. She felt it important for the City to hold the developer to high standards going through the Development Review and Master Plan process. She thought the proposal is in keeping with the General Plan and the City's desires for the comer. She supported the Mixed Use designation. Motion: Moved by Mannedno, seconded by Tolstoy, to recommend approval of a Negative Declaration and adopt the resolutions recommending approval of General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B, Development District Amendment DRCDDA01-01, and Development Code Amendment DRCDCA01-01. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: NONE ABSENT: MACIAS - carried Planning Commission Minutes -7- June 13, 2001 STATE OF CALIFORNIA - THE RESOURCES AGEN~ GRAY DAVIS, Governor DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME ~;~,~, Eastem Sierra - Inland Deserts Region 4775 Bird Farm Rood (~ ~,~0~,,, C~ Chino Hills, California 91709 ~\.~,{ (909) 597-5043 June 22, 2001 ~,~c~,c,.\qc~g - ?L~'~\~G Alan Warren, Associate Planner City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division P.O. Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 Phone: (909) 477-2750 Fax: (909) 477-2847 Re: Initial Study I Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) Rancho Cucamonga Town Square SC H #2001051130 Dear Mr. Warren: The California Department of Fish and Game (Department) appreciates this opportunity to comment On the IS/MND f0r the above-referenced project with regards to impacts to biological resources. The proposed project is the subdivision and construction of a mixed-used development on an approximately 34.6 acre site located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard, in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, San Bemardino County, California. The proposed project will include an office complex, high density apartments, two restaurants, a daycare facility, a specialty market, a park, retail stores, an outdoor mall, and apartment lofts and mixed-use. The proposed project site is currently an active vineyard and is surrounded by development on all sides except the south, which is also currently used as an active vineyard. The Department is responding as a Trustee Agency for fish and wildlife resources [Fish and Game Code sections 711.7 and 1802 and the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines (CEQA) section 15386] and as a Responsible Agency regarding any discretionary actions (CEQA Guidelines section 15381). The Department is concerned about impacts to the federally listed endangered Delhi Sands flower- loving fly (Raphiomidas terminatus abdominalis). Based on the lack of Delhi fly sightings in two consecutive years of focused survey efforts, the IS/MND concludes that no impacts to listed species or their habitats will occur due to the proposed project. However, the proposed project site contains Delhi soils, the primary soil type known to support the Delhi fly, and occurs within the Ontario Recovery Unit for the Delhi fly. The preservation of occupied and/or restorable Delhi fly habitat within the Ontario Recovery Unit is essential to the recovery of this species. The Delhi fly has been found in inactive vineyards in the area and therefore, it is reasonable to believe that the site could sUpPort the Delhi fly in the future if portions of the site were left undeveloped: The Department finds that the loss of habitat for the recovery of the Delhi fly is significant under CEQA and will require appropriate avoidance, minimization, and compensation measures to reduce impacts to below a level of significance. The Department Page 2 IS/MND - Rancho Cucamonga Town Square SCH #2001051130 recommends that at least a portion of the site be designated as open space to facilitate the recovery of the Delhi fly. As an alternative, off-site mitigation at a suitable site within the Ontado Recovery Unit should be provided. The Department recommends that the Lead Agency include n~itigation for the Delhi fly as a condition of approval of the project. Thank you for this opportunity to comment. Questions regarding this letter and further coordination on these issues should be directed to Yvonne C. Moore, Environmental Specialist ill, at (90g) 606-2413. Sincerely, Leslie S. MacNair Environmental Specialist IV Habitat Conservation - West Region 6 cc: Jeff Newman, USFWS, CaHsbad 1 United States Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service Ecological Services Carlsbad Fish and Wildlife Office 2730 Loker Avenue West '~ Carlsbad, California 92008 In Reference Refer To: FWS-SB- 1862.1 CITY OF RANOH~fjI~A Alan Warren City of Rancho Cucamonga J[JN ~ 0 2001 Planning Division P.O. Box 807 8ECEIVED. PLANNING ' Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 Re: Notice of Intent to Adopt a Negative Declaration for the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Dear Mr. Warren: This letter provides our comments on the proposed project to construct the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square on a 31.6-acre site in the City of Rancho Cucarnonga (City). This project includes an office complex, high density apartments, restaurants, a daycare facility, a specialty market, the De Ambrogio Heritage Park, retail stores, mixed use retail and apartment lofts, and a small outdoor mall. We are concerned about the project's effects on the federally endangered Delhi Sands flower loving fly (Rhaphiornidas terminatus abdominalis, "DSF") which is protected under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). We provide these comments in keeping with our agency's mission to work "with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people." We also administer the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). Section 7 of the Act requires Federal agencies to consult with us if their actions may affect federally listed species. Section 9 of the Act prohibits the "take" (e.g., harm, harassment, pursuit, injury, kill) of federally listed wildlife. "Harm" is defined to include habitat modification or degradation where it kills or injures wildlife by impairing essential behavioral patterns including breeding, feeding, or sheltering. Take incidental to otherwise lawful activities can be authorized under sections 7 (Federal consultations) and 10 (habitat conservation plans) of the Act. The proposed project is located within Delhi Sands which is the preferred habitat of the DSF.. Although, the initial study states that the DSF was not detected on the project site during two years of protocol surveys, the project site contains the preferred habitat for DSF. The loss of Delhi Sands to urbanization has been a significant cause of the decline in abundance of the DSF and the proposed project would contribute to fuaher degradation and loss of Delhi Sands. Preservation of this habitat is essential to the survival and recovery of this federally endangered species and the presence of active viticulture within the project site does not preclude it from restoration, as DSF have been found within active vineyards. Therefore, the loss of this habitat should be considered a direct, significant adverse impact under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and we encourage the applicant to modify the project to reduce the effects on this species or consider altemative sites for this project to avoid affecting Delhi Sands. To ensure the project is adequately addressed under CEQA, we recommend that the City require the project proponents to preserve three acres of habitat for the DSF in perpetuity for each acre of Delhi Sands that is disturbed. The preserved lands should be located in an area that will contribute to the survival and recovery of the DSF. This mitigation should be required under CEQA even though the DSF was not detected onsite during protocol surveys. Otherwise, the unmitigated loss of Delhi Sands will contribute to the cumulative loss of this biologically significant resource, and decrease the long-term survival and recovery of the DSF. We also recormmend the City find that the loss of open space available to wildlife be considered significant under CEQA. The continued loss of fallow agricultural and vacant land contributes to the cumulative loss of open space available as wildlife habitat. In our letter dated October 17, 2000 to the County of San Bemardino, we recommended an interim mitigation strategy to provide compensation for the loss of remaining viable fragments of natural habitats. Therefore, we recommend the City require a 1:1 mitigation for the loss of fallow agricultural and vacant lands. We appreciate the opportunity to provide comments on the proposed project and Negative Declaration. For the reasons set forth above, we believe that the proposed Negative Declaration is inadequate, and urge the County to require mitigation to adequately address the direct, indirect, and cumulative impacts of the proposed project on sensitive biological resources. We are available to work with the City and the applicant to avoid, minimize, and mitigate impacts to federally listed and other sensitive species. Please contact Lucy Helvenston of this office at (760) 431-9440 if you have any questions regarding this letter. Sincerely, ~,, ¢ Jeff M. Newman Acting Assistant Field Supervisor cc: CDFG, Chino Hills, CA (Attn: Glenn Black/Robin MaLoney Rames) Burnett Companies, Newport Beach, CA (Atto: Susan McDowell) T H E C I T Y O F AN C H 0 C U C AlV[0 N GA July 10, 2001 Mr. Jeff M. Newman, Acting Assistant Field Supervisor United States Depadment of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service 2730 Laker Avenue West Carlsbad, CA 92008 SUBJECT: NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE Dear Mr. Newman: This letter is in response to your comments of June 14, 2001, regarding the above-referenced project. The proposed project is the development of a 32-acre site with a mix of residential and commercial land uses on the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The project site consists of two soil associations, Tujunga and Delhi sand. Protocol surveys for the Delhi sands flower-loving fly (DSF) were conducted in 1999 and 2000 and none were observed. Delhi sand appears to be found on approximately 7 acres of the subject property, generally along the Haven Avenue frontage of the property. The remaining 24 acres are Tujunga soils. We have enclosed an aerial photograph of the site and surrounding properties to show the extent of development to date in the vicinity of the subject property. We have also provided a copy of the map of the Ontario Recovery Unit to show the relationship between the northernmost area of Delhi sand soils and development in the vicinity of the subject property. As shown in the aerial photograph, most of the northernmost area of Delhi sand soils has been developed so that the remainder is disconnected and isolated from other areas of Delhi sand. Also, as shown on the aerial photograph, the site is in the "head of our community's business center." The site is surrounded by land designated in our General Plan for commercial, industrial park; multiple family uses and includes two major arterial roads with significant traffic levels of 35,500 and 32,700 average daily tdps. Presently, there is development along three sides of the site, with a fully improved open channel storm drain along the west boundary. The arrangement of these land use activities cannot be conducive for the re-establishment and preservation of such sensitive habitat. The Delhi sand soil also occurs in a similar limited strip (approximately 7 acres) on the vacant property south of the project site between Civic Center Drive and Arrow Route. Total area of Delhi sand soils (on- and off-site) was estimated to be approximately 14 acres. As shown in the accompanying map of the Ontario Recovery Unit, this area of undeveloped Delhi sand soil is isolated from the rest of the Ontario Recovery Unit by existing development and the subject property is not occupied habitat. Consequently, the site is a small isolated fragment that does not support DSF and is not contiguous with DSF populations or larger areas of Delhi sand soils. As such, the City does not believe that the loss of this acreage is a significant impact. Mayor William J. Alexander Councilmember Paul Biane Mayor Pro-Tern Diane Williams Councilmember Bob Dutton Jack Lam, AICR City Manager Councilmember Grace Curafalo 10500 Civic Center Drive · P. O. Box 807 · Rancho Cucomonga, CA 91729 · (909) 477-2700 · FAX (90~) 477-2849 wv,/w.ci,rancho~cucamonga.ca.us Mr. Jeff Newman Rancho Cucamonga Town Square July 10, 2001 Page 2 Finally, the City has consistently required protocol surveys for DSF where sites contain Delhi sands. As provided with this environmental review a protocol survey was condu,cted, and no occupied habitat has been identified. The City believes the likelihood that DSF occupies vacant properties within the City is remote. Concerning this project, we know that nearly the entire site is devoted to "dry farming" wine grape production and has been for nearly a century. The site is directly across the street from our Planning Depadment windows that permits us to view the agricultural activities throughout the year. We believe that the on and off yearly agricultural operations (tilling, grubbing, picking, etc.) on the site would continually disrupt any accumulation of the wind blown sand. Consequently, with the periodic disruptive activities it would seem very unlikely that the sand could accumulate undisturbed anywhere on the site. This view, we believe is borne out by the protocol survey's results in not finding evidence of the DSF. Therefore, given all the factors addressed herein, we believe that the development of the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square project will not have a significant impact on DSF. If you have any questions, you may contact our Planning staff at (909) 477-2750. Sincerely, PLANNING DEPARTMENT Alan Warren Associate Planner AW:mlg Attachment City of Rancho Cucamonga NEGATIVE DECLARATION The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code. Project FileNo.: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B, Development District Amendment DRCDDA01-01, Development Code Amendment DRCDCA01-01, Development Review DRCDR00-79, and Tentative Tract DRCTT16179 Public Review Period Closes: June 13, 2001 Project Name: Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Project Applicant: Burnett Companies Project Location (also see attached map): Located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Foothill Boulevard - APN: 208-331-01,24, 25, and 26. Project Description: The proposed project is the subdivision and construction of a new mixed-use development on approximately 31.5 acres of land and also includes changing the zoning district from Industrial Park to Mixed Use for 18.5 acres and from Medium-High Residential to Mixed use for approximately 13 acres and establishes Industrial District Subarea 19 for the entire site. The application includes the establishing of development standards for the site including an office complex, high density apadments, two restaurants, a daycare facility, a specialty market, De Ambrogio Heritage Park, retail stores, mixed-use retail and apartment lofts, as well as a small outdoor mall in the northeast corner of the development. FINDING This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding: [] The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but: (1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this proposed Negative Declaration was released for public review would avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and (2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a significant effect on the environment. if adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required. Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all related documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 10500 Civic Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax (909) 477-2847. NOTICE The public is invited to comme, nt on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period. July 18, 2001 Date of Determination Adopted By T H E C I T Y OF RANCHO C U C AMON GA Memorandum DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council FROM: Debra Adams, City Clerk SUBJECT: Map Exhibits to Land Use Resolutions/Ordinances Several map exhibits were inadvertently omitted from your meeting packets for two of the land use applications (Items F.2 & F.3). Attached are copies of these maps for you to include as the exhibit to each of the following resolutions/ordinances: Burnett Companies Application GPA 01-0lB attach to Resolution 01-176 DDA 01-01 attach to Ordinance 663 SUBAREA 19 attach to Ordinance 664 Etiwanda School District Application GPA 01-01A attach to Resolution 01-177 ENSPA 01-01 attach to Ordinance 665 GPA 01-01B Proposed General Plan Amendment General Plan Land Use . _-' ~ LOW ~ ~/OW MEDIUM ,_'-,_,.,l~l.EF,~.~u._ ~_ ~ ~ ~a MEDIUM HIGH ~ s~ve c~ ~ MEDIUM ~_..~ ~ HIGH [~ MIXED USE ~ OFFICE ~ COMMERCIAL --=t COMMUNrTY COMMERCIAl_ ~ REGIONAL COMMERCIAL ~:+:::~i:: ~ GENERA4. INDUSTRIAL ::.~: ~ ~] CIVIC I COMMUNITY CORRIDOR _=.DDA 01-01B Proposed Development District -*-' Amemdment :::: ..................... ~///////.~ '///; General Plan Land Use iiiiiiii!!iiii!iiiii::::::~ ~ ~LOW ~ LOW MEDIUM -- ~ MEDIUM HIGH "":::~""~ ~ MEDIUM ~ ~n~c~tm. TerraVistaShoppingCenter ~ HIGH - ~ ~-~ ~ MIXED USE ~ COMMERCIAL OFFICE r===1 GENERAL COMMERCIAL ~ COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ~ REGIONAL COMMERCIAL [~ INDUSTRIAL PARK ~ GENERAL INDUSTRIAL ~ FLOOD CONTROL Haven Overlay ~ District Boundary .SUBAREA 19 Established July 2001 ~.A_ _~. TRAILS/ROUTES 120- R.O,W. O 000 Pedestrian ~,..mm. Creek~ & Char.~ll , ..... , , , , Exlolbtg ! I 8ridge ,dad~ Special $~eotlc~lpe/. 0 400' 800' 1600' Exhibit "A" < GPA 01-01A Proposed General Plan Amendment (~%.~* City Boundary Very Low Res. Low ~s. Open Space' Public Facilifies-Parl Utilit~ Comdor N no scale < 24th St. ~ ENSPA 01-01 'Proposed Land Use Amendment ~%/'City Boundary ~]~ Very Low Res. (VL) ~ Low Res. (L) ~ Open Space (OS) ~_-~-!_1 Utility Corridor (UC) no scale iiiiiii < 24th St. THE CITY OF l~AN C Il 0 C UCAH ON C-A Memorandum DATE: July 12, 2001 TO: May,,~and Members of the City Council Lam, AICP, City Manager F R/,~ Brad Buller, CityPlanner S0,1~JEC"'F'f'. RESPONSE TO COMMENTS REGARDING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01B - RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE In addition to the letters from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and California Fish and Game contained in the General Plan Amendment report for the subject project, the City also received the attached letters from the Regional Water Quality Control Board and the California Department of Toxic Substances Control, dated June 1 and July 2, 2001. These letters, along with staff's written response to the issues raised by' the agencies, will be added to the application files as part of the public record. This item is on the July 18, 2001, City Council meeting agenda. BB:ma T H E C I T Y 0 F ' 12 ANC H0 C U C AM 0 N GA July 12, 2001 David G. Woelfe California Regional Water Quality Control Board Santa Ana Region 3737 Main Street, Suite 500 Riverside, CA 92501-3348 SUBJECT: BURNETT COMPANIES GPA01-01B, DDA01-01, DCA01-01, DR00-79 AND Tr16179. Dear Mr. Woelfe, Thank you for your review and response to the Notice of Intent to adopt a Negative Declaration for the subject applications. The following are responses to your comments of June 1, 2001: Response to Comment 1: The project will not result in any fill or dredged material being discharged into %raters of the United States." Therefore, a 401 certification is not required. The information regarding discharging waste material to any drainage areas, channels, or streams is noted. Response to Comment 2: Appropriate Best Management Practices will be developed and implemented during construction to control discharge and sediment. The Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Master Plan Design Standards contains the Grading Standards in Section 2.4.2. Item I, on page 2-17, outlines the NPDES requirements for construction. Response to Comment 3: At the present time, it is not anticipated that the project will require either of these items. However, if they become necessary, the applicant will comply with applicable requirements. Response to Comments 4 throuqh 6: The project will comply with applicable runoff control requirements. The project includes a .45-acre park, a linear park on the northern and eastern boundaries, and extensive landscaping. Details are provided in the Landscape Architectural Design Guidelines, Section 4.2, of the Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Master Plan Design Standards. Mayor William J, Alexander ~ Councilmember Paul Biane Mayor Pro-Tern Diane Williams ~ Councilmember Bob Duffon Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager Councilmember Grace Curatalo 10500 Civic Center Drive * P, O. Box 807 * Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 * (909) 477-2700 * FAX (909) 477-2849 www,ci.rancho-cucamonga.ca.us DAVID G. WOELFE GPA01-01B, DDA01-01, DCA01-01, DR00-79, AND TT16179 - BURNE'I-F COMPANIES July 12, 2001 Page 2 Response to Comment on Aqricultural Land Conversion (not numbered) The project site has been designated for development since the City incorporated and adopted a General Plan. The conversion of the site from agricultural to non-agricultural use has been evaluated by the City in past actions which designated the site for development. The City has not designated any land to remain in permanent agricultural use. Thus, this is not a new issue and is not a new impact of the current project. Also, this site should not be considered prime agricultural land. The State definition of prime agriculture is land that has been irrigated within the last four years. The subject site is cultivated as "dry farming," and has not been irrigated in the recent past. The site is not prime agricultural land, and therefore its conversion to non- agricultural uses is not a significant impact under CEQA. The City has acknowledged the loss of agricultural land through build-out of the City in accordance with the General Plan land uses. When the City adopted the "Master Environmental Assessment and General Plan Environmental Impact Report" in January 1989, the City determined that the loss of agricultural land was not a significant impact and no mitigation was required (page 111-24). The City concluded that continued agricultural activities are not cost effective given current economics (page 111-24). Many of the issues mentioned in your letter are presently part of the City's review process when specific development plans are reviewed for construction activities. With these, or similar measures incorporated into the project, we anticipate that there will not be any significant impacts to water quality as a result of the ultimate development. If you should have any questions, please contact me at 909.-477-2750, Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sincerely, _J/ Alan Warren Associate Planner AW\ma California Regional Water Quality Control Board ;'~ Santa Ana Region Int~rnet Address: htlp'J/www.swrcb.ca.gov/rwqcb8 Gray Davis Winston H, ltickox 3737 Main Street, Suit~ 500, Riverside, California 92501-3345 Governor Secretary for phone (909) 782-4130 - FAX (909) 781-6288 Environmental Protection The energy challenge facing California is real. Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, see our web$ite at www. rwrcb.ca.gov/rwqcb8. June 1, 2001 City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division P.O. Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 RESPONSE TO NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE BURNETT COMPANIES GPA 01-0lB, DDA 01-01, DCA 01-01, DR 00-79 AND TT 16179 PROJECT Dear Ms. McDowell: · Staff of the Regional Water Quality Control Board, Santa Aha Region (RWQCB), has reviewed the Notice of Intent to Adopt Negative De¢larati0n for the above referenced project. According to the Notice of Intent, the purposed project is a mixed-use development on 34.6 acres. The project will include high density aparh~ents, retail businesses, a daycare facility, and the De Ambrogio Heritage Park. At present, the land is used as a vineyard. The Deer Creek drainage channel abuts the entire length of the project's western property boundary. As a result of the proposed construction activity occurring in an area over five acres, a General Construction Activity Storm Water Runoff Permit must be obtained. A notice of intent (NOI) with the appropriate fees for coverage of the project under the General Construction Activity Storm Water Runoff Permit must be submitted to the State Water Resources Control Board at least 30-days prior to initiation of construction activity at the site. Contact Milasol Gaslan at (909) 872-4419 for information. Considering the nature of the proposed project, the potential exists that there will be impacts to water quality from the completion of the project. Therefore, to lessen the impact to the water quality from this project the following guidelines should be implemented: 1. If any fill or dredged material is discharged into the "waters of the United States" (including ephemeral waterways) a 401 certification issued by the RWQCB is required. Contact Kelly Schmoker at (909) 782-4990 for information. No waste material may be discharged to any drainage areas, channels, or streams. Spoil sites may not be located within any streams or areas where spoil material could be washed into a waterbody. California Environmental Protection Agency ~q~ Recvcled Paper · Susan McDowell June 1, 2001 City of Rancho Cucamonga 2. Appropriate best management practices (BMPs) should be developed and implemented during construction to control the discharge of pollutants, prevent sewage spills, and to avoid tracking of sediments into the streets, storm water conveyance channels, or waterways. 3. A National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit for any discharge of wastes to surface waters or Waste Discharge Requirements for any discharge of wastes to · land is required by the Regional Board. 4. Non-point source pollution fi.om continued urban development could negatively affect water quality. Potential impacts to water qualiiy fi.om daily runoff and storm water runoff fi'om this site should be evaluated and mitigation provided. 5. The utilization of retention basins or holding ponds, within the project site, to capture the first flush of a rainstorm should be considered in order to capture runoff and pollutants that contribute to the degradation of water quality. 6. This project will increase the amount of area covered with pavement or structures. This will alter the rate and volumes of groundwater recharge and surface water nmoff. We encourage the use of pervious areas to retain absorption within the site. In addition, this project will convert agricultural land to nonagricultural use. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines consider the conversion of prime agricultural land to non'agricultural use as a significant environmental impact. The effects of the loss of the vineyard at the proposed project should be evaluated under CEQA and mitigation provided. If you should have any questions, please call me at (909) 782-7960 or Mark Adelson at (909) 782-3234. Sincerely, David G. Woelfel Planning Section cc: Scott Morgan- State Clearinghouse California Environmental Protection Agency O ' Re~led Pap~ T H E C I T Y 0 F A N C H0 C U C AM 0 N GA July 12, 2001 Mr. Haissam Y. Salloum, P.E. Department of Toxic Substances Control 5796 Corporate Avenue Cypress, CA 90630 SUBJECT: MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE. Dear Mr. Salloum: The City of Rancho Cucamonga has received the letter from the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), dated July 2, 2001, concerning the proposed Rancho Cucamonga Town Square. Many of the concerns contained in your letter are adequately addressed in the Initial Study prepared for the proposed project, or will be addressed as the project applicant complies with Mitigation Measures and/or Conditions of Approval required by the various City and County agencies with regulatory purview over the project. A Phase I Site Assessment (PSA) was developed for this project in February 2001, by Hart Crowser, Inc. in accordance with ASTM E 1527-00 standards. This PSA evaluated the site for potential contamination and the presence of hazardous materials. As identified within the PSA, subsurface investigations were performed in 1996 as part of a previous PSA performed on the subject properly. Seven borings were performed immediately adjacent to, and beneath the possible contaminated sources. Soil samples collected from the borings were laboratory analyzed for suspected contaminants. Laboratory results did not detect contaminants in any of the soil samples analyzed, and it was concluded that further soil sampling was not warranted. The 2001 PSA concluded that no significant change has occurred on the site since 1996, but did suggest that some soil samples be taken to determine if pesticide residue is present in the soil. In brief, existing site conditions do not indicate that the site poses a threat to human health of the environment. As noted in the Initial Study, page 17, a limited number of near-surface soil samples will be undertaken and analyzed for pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides as part of the property pre- development process. This is for a particular pesticide, Sevin Dust, which was banned by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the mid 1980's and its use on-site was discontinued at that time. Laboratory testing will indicate whether further investigations are necessary. If additional testing or remediation is warranted it will be conducted in accordance with existing regulatory parameters, including, but not limited to, consultation with appropriate Local, State, and Federal agencies. In addition, the existing UST's will be propedy abandoned or removed per guideline standards set by the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protec~ District and the County of San Bemardino Mayor William J. Alexander ~ Councilmember Paul Biane Mayor Pro-Tern Diane Williams Councllmember Bob Dutton Jack Lam. AICR City Manager Councilmember Grace Curatalo 10500 Civic Center Ddve · P. O. Box 807 ° Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 · (909) 477-2700 ° FAX (909) 477-2849 ~v.ci.rancho-oucamonga.oa.us MR. HAISSAM Y. SALLOUM, P.E. MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE July 12, 2001 Page 2 Environmental Health Department. The on-site AST's and 55-gallon drums will be properly removed from the subject property. As identified within the Initial Study, prior to demolition of on-site buildings, the applicant will submit an asbestos abatement report. In addition, if lead paint is now considered to require special handling during demolition, the method for proper demolition and disposal will be reviewed with the County Department of Public Health and the City's Fire Protection District pdor to demolition. Finally, the project site is, and has been for over a century, a vineyard. Cultivation includes the use of pesticides and herbicides, which have been documented and considered in the PSA. Similar cultivation methods have been employed on sites throughout the City and region, and when developed with urban uses, have not posed a threat to humans or the environment. After reviewing the PSA prepared for the project site, we do not believe that a Preliminary Endangerment Assessment (PEA) is necessary. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (909) 477-2750, Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sincerely, Associate Planner AW~ma Department of Toxic Subst ; ( ,9,n,t..rol ....... "~' CUCAMONGA Edwin F. Lowry, Director 5796 Corporate Avenue JUL 0 9 2001 Winston H. Hickox Cypress, California 90630 Gray Davis Agency Secretary RECEIVED - PLANNING Governor California Environmental Protection Agency July 2, 2001 Mr. Alan Warren City of Rancho Cucam0nga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancl~o Cucamonga, Califomia 91730 MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA TOWN SQUARE - SCH # 2001051130 Dear Mr. Warren: The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has received your Negative Declaration (ND) for the above-mentioned Project on June 29, 2001. Unfortunately, DTSC did not receive the report in time to submit its comments by 6/25/01. However, DTSC is submitting its comments no matter, hoping they will be incorporated into the ND. Based on the review of the document, DTSC's comments.are as follows: 1) The ND needs to identify and determine whether current or historic uses at the Project site have resulted in any release of hazardous wastes/substances at the Project area. 2) The ND needs to identify any known or potentially contaminated site within the proposed Project area. The ND mentions that a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) revealed the existence of 2 underground storage tanks (USTs) and 3 aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) used for fuel storage. In addition, five 55-gallon drums were observed. For all identified sites, the ND needs to evaluate whether conditions at the site pose a threat to human health or the environment. 3) The ND should identify the mechanism to initiate any required investigation and/or remediation for any site that may require remediation, and which government agency will provide appropriate regulatory oversight. 4) Investigate the presence of lead paints and asbestos containing materials The energy challenge facing California is real, Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption, For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, see our Web-site at www, dtsc. ca.gov. ¢~ Printed on Recycled Paper Mr. Alan Warren July 2, 2001 Page 2 (ACMs) in the currently existing building structures. If the presence of lead or ACMs are suspected, proper precautions should be taken during demolition activities. Additionally, the contaminants should be remediated in comp!iance with the California environmental regulations. 5) Since potentially significant hazard impact is expected, the potential exists for the inadvertent release of hazardous materials from the future uses and storage of hazardous material. It should be addressed in detail in the ND. 6) An environmental assessment should be conducted at the site to evaluate whether the site'is contaminated with hazardous substances from the potential past and current uses including storage, transport, generation and disposal of toxic and hazardous waste/materials. 7) Since potentially significant hazard to the public is expected with future uses of the site, potential uses and storage of hazardous materials at the site should be addressed in the ND. Remember to obtain a hazardous materials' storage permit from an appropriate regulatory agency that has jurisdiction to regulate hazardous substances handling, storage, treatment and/or disposal. Contact the Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) to evaluate the permit requirements. 8) The ND mentions the USTs and ASTs, along with 55-gallon drums. Proper environmental investigation and/or remediation are needed with a Workplan which is approved by a regulatory agency who has juriSdiction to oversee hazardous waste cleanups. Complete characterization of the soil is needed prior to any excavation or removal action. 9) Any hazardous wastes/materials encountered during construction should be remediated in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Prior to initiating any construction activities, an environmental assessment should be conducted to determine if a release of hazardous wastes/substances exists at the site. If so, further studies should be carried out to delineate the general extent of the contamination. Also, it is necessary to estimate the potential threat to public health and/or the environment posed by the site. It is necessary to determine if an expedited response action is required to reduce existing or potential threats to public health or the environment. If it is not an immediate threat, final remedy should be implemented in compliance with state regulations and policies rather than excavation of soil prior to any assessments. 10). The ND does not indicate if a school is located within approximately one-quarter mile of the project site. Human health and the environment of students and faculty members should be protected during the construction or cleanup activities. A study of the site is to be conducted to provide basic information for Mr. Alan Warren July 2, 2001 Page 3 determining if there has been a release, or if there is a threatened release of a hazardous material including agricultural chemicals or if there may be a naturally occurring hazardous material present at the site, that may pose a risk to human health or the environment. 11) The project construction may require soil excavation and soil filling in certain areas. Appropriate sampling is required prior to disposal of the excavated soil. If the soil is contaminated, propedy dispose them rather than placing them in another location. Land Disposal Restrictions (LDR) are applicable to these soils. Also, if the project is' planning to import soil to backfill the areas excavated, proper sampling should be conducted to make sure that the imported soil is free of contamination. 12) The ND indicates that a daycare facility will be constructed on the project site. Elaborate whether this facility is a public school. If a school is planning to build in the proposed project area, during the proposed school property acquisition and/or construction utilizing state funding, it should be in compliance with the Assembly Bill 387 (Wildman) and Senate Bill 162 (Escutia) which requires a comprehensive environmental review process and that DTSC's approval is required. DTSC's role in the assessment, investigation, and cleanup of proposed school sites is to ensure that the selected properties are free of contamination, and if the property is contaminated, that it is cleaned up to a level that is protective of the students and faculty who will occupy the new school. A study of the site is to be conducted to provide basic information for determining if there has been a release, or if there is a threatened release of a hazardous material including agricultural chemicals or if there may be a naturally occurring hazardous material present at the site, that may pose a risk to human health or the environment. 13) A groundwater investigation may also be necessary, based on the nature of on- site contaminants and the depth to the groundwater. 14) Household hazardous waste management has not been addressed in the ND. It is evident that the proposed project will increase household hazardous wastes. 15) If during construction of the project, soil and/or groundwater contamination is suspected, stop construction in the area and appropriate Health and Safety procedures should be implemented. If it is determined that contaminated soil and/or groundwater exist, the ND should identify how any required investigation · and/or remediation will be conducted, and which government agency will provide appropriate regulatory oversight. Mr. Alan Warren July 2, 2001 Page 4 DTSC provides guidance for the Preliminary Endangerment Assessment (PEA) preparation and cleanup oversight through the Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP). For additional information on the VCP or to meet/discuss this matter further, please contact Ms. Rania A. Zabaneh, Project Manager at (714) 484-5479. Sincerely, Haissam Y. Salloum, P.E. Unit Chief Southern California Cleanup Operations Branch Cypress Office cc: Governor's Office of Planning and Research State Clearinghouse 1400 Tenth Street Sacramento, California 95814 Mr. Guenther W. Moskat, Chief Planning and Environmental Analysis Section CEQA Tracking Center Department of Toxic Substances Control P.O. Box 806 Sacramento, California 95812-0806 RESOLUTION NO. (~/- //~ A RESO,UT ON OF THE COUNCIL OF THE OF .ANCHO CUGAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01 B, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT AND'MAP PROVISIONS FROM INDUSTRIAL PARK TO MIXED USE FOR APPROXIMATELY 18.5 ACRES, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HAVEN AVENUE AND FOOTHILL BOULEVARD (APN: 208-331-01 AND PORTIONS OF 208-331-25 AND 26), AND FROM MEDIUM-HIGH RESIDENTIAL (14-24 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO MIXED USE FOR APPROXIMATELY 13 ACRES, LOCATED 630 FEET WEST OF HAVEN AVENUE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CIVIC CENTER DRIVE (APN: 208-331-24 AND PORTIONS OF 208-331-25 AND 26), AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. 1. Burner{ Companies filed an application for General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject General Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the application and issued Resolution No. , recommending to the City Council that General Plan Amendment 01-01B be approved. 3. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application. 4. All legal prerequisites pdor to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing on July 18, 2001, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately 31.5 acres of land, basically a square configuration, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, north of Civic Center Ddve, between Haven Avenue and the Deer Creek Flood Control Channel. Said property is currently designated as Industrial Park and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) and is developed with a single-family ~-esidence and small agricultural storage structure; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is designated Comme~'cial and is developed with retail and office shopping centers. The property to the west, on the opposite side of the Deer Creek Flood Control Channel, is designated Office and Low-Medium Residential (4-8 dwelling units per acre) and is partially developed with a retail wine store. The property to the east is CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. DRCGPA01-01 B - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 2 designated Industrial Park and is developed with an office complex. The property to the south is designated Industrial Park and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) and is partially developed with an apartment complex; and c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental te the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paregrephs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area as evidenced its frontage on a public street, its size exceeding minimum size requirements for the land use designation, and the evidence of similar uses existing in the immediate area; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the existing multiple-family, office, and commercial activities in the immediate area; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the Generel Plan, which contains previsions for Mixed Use land use designations. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaretion, together with all written and orel reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and recommends adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Monitoring Program, attached hereto and incorporated herein bythis reference, based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaretion has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative Declaretion with regard to the application. b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaretion identifies certain significant environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project, which are listed below. CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. DRCGPA01-01B - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 3 Environmental Miti.qation Air Quality 1) The site shall be treated with water a minimum of twice per day, or other soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~o emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. This will result in a minimum reduction of 68 pement of PM~0 emissions during grading. 2) Public reads used for access to the site (Haven Avenue, Foothill Boulevard, and Civic Center Drive) shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM~o emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. The site access haul road will be watered a minimum of twice daily. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. This will result in approximately three pement reduction of PM~0 emissions. 3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~o emissions from the site during such episodes. Emissions reduction not quantifiable. 4) Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PU~o emissions. 5) Vehicle speeds will be restricted to less than 15 miles per hour on unpaved portions of the site. This will reduce PM~0 emissions by 70 percent. 6) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow-emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. This will result in 5 pement reductions of ROG, NOx, and PM~0 emissions. 7) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel-powered equipment where feasible. 8) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. Traffic 1 ) To mitigate the impacted intersections to LOS D or betler, the applicant shall pay traffic impact fees that amount to the project's fair share of roadway improvements as identified by the City Engineer. These include, but are not limited to, widening roadways to their full width to CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. DRCGPA01-01 B - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 4 add additional lanes, re-striping existing roads to add additional lanes, signalizing intersections, or other improvements identified by the City Engineer. 2) If the applicant proposes to develop the project with parking accommodations less than currently specified by the Development Code, concurrent with the Development/Design Review of the first phase of the project, the applicant shall submit a parking study that shows the feasibility of the proposed shared parking concept. The shared parking plan and accompanying parking study must be reviewed, and if deemed acceptable by the City, could result in approval of a shared parking plan. Otherwise, the adopted City parking requirements will be uniformly applied to the project. Hazardous Materials 1) Prior to demolition of buildings on-site, the applicant shall submit an asbestos abatement report to ensure building materials that may contain ACM are sampled and removed in accordance with applicable regulations. Materials containing less than 0.1 pement asbestos are non-regulated and do not require removal prior to demolition. Material containing 0.1 percent or more asbestos are considered regulated and must be removed prior to demolition. Noise 1 ) A perimeter wail shall be constructed around the outdoor play area of the proposed day care center. The optimum height and depth of the wall and material to be used shall be determined in a specific noise evaluation that shall be completed during the design phase of the day care center. The noise evaluation shall be submitted with the design drawings for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to commencement of construction of the day care center. 2) Prior to issuance of building permits for the residential components of the project, the applicant shall prepare a noise evaluation that identifies future exterior and interior noise levels and identifies measures required to reduce noise impacts to less than significant levels. These measures may include, but are not limited to, double-paned windows, additional insulation of exterior walls, and the installation of air- conditioning units. The type of window, insulation, and air conditioning units shall be determined in consultation with City staff. The air conditioning system(s) shall be of a type that does not add appreciably to the degradation of the acoustical environment around the residential units and is approved by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. 5. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. DRCGPA01-01 B - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 5 depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the City Council during the public hearing, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1 -d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 6. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1,2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby recommends approval of General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B to establish a Mixed Use designation for the site identified in this Resolution and shown in Exhibit "A" of this Resolution, and to add the following text to the General Plan Land Use Element, page II1-18, as a third paragraph to the Mixed Use land use description: The City has identified the following areas for special mixed use consideration: Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue site (southwest comer) - This is a relatively large (31.5 acres) and significant site within the central business district of the City. Once one of the significant vineyards of the local viticulture industry, the site is strategically located on the southwest comer of Historic Route 66 Foothill Boulevard, and the City's new office park corridor, Haven Avenue. This land area presents an opportunity to expand the growing office and commercial activities around the community's key intersection while also providing new multiple-family residential opportunities for professionals who are employed within the immediate office and industrial area. The fo/lowing table specifies the uses and range of development that is anticipated to bring positive aspects to revitalize the area: PERCENT ACREAGE LAND USE MIX RANGE .RANGE High Residential 40% - 45% 12.6 - 14.2 acres (24-30 dwelling units/acre) Office and Commercial 55% - 60% 17.3 - 18.9 acres The land use categories proposed within the mixed use area shall be of the character and intensity as defined in the corresponding sections of the Land Use Element. 7. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF JULY 2001. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA City of Rancho Cucamonga MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM Project File No.: GPA 01-01B, DDA01-01, DCA01-01, DR00-79, and TT16179 This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resoumes Code). Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements: 1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and the procedure necessary to ensure compliance. The mitigation measure conditions of approval are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project. 2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. 3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon recommendations by those responsible for the program. Program Management - The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department. Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. 1. A fee covedng all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant. 2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached hereto. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will be kept in the project file with the department having the odginal authority for processing the project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address: City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency Planning Division · 10500 Civic Center Ddve Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Mitigation Monitoring Program GPA01-01B, DDA01-01, DCA01-01, DR00-79, and TT16179 Page 2 3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staffs is needed, as determined by the project planner or responsible City department, to monitor specific mitigation activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner. 4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each measure is vedfled for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of development. 5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP Reporting Form. 6. Unanticipated circumstances may adse requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation measures. The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions. An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel. 7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after written notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented. 8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department. The Department shall require the applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee) with the City. These funds shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measure for the required pedod of time. 9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring results to the City. Said plan shall identif~the reporter as an individual qualified to knowwhether the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director pdor to the issuance of building permits. MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III) Project File No.: GPA 01-01B~ DR 00-79 Applicant: Burnett Companies Initial Study Prepared by: Debra Meier Date: May 16, 2001 The site shall be treated with water a minimum of twice per CP C Review of plans A/C 2 day, or other soil stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~0 emission, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. Public roads used for access to the site (Haven, Foothill CP C Review of plans lC 2 and civic Center) shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PMlo emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. The site access haul road will be watered a minimum of twice dally. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. CP C Reviewof plans NC . 2 Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~0 emissions from the site during such episodes, CP C Review of plans NC 2 Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM~o emissions. CP B/C Review of plans NC 2 Vehicle speeds will be restricted to less than 15 miles per hour on unpaved portions of the site. CP B/C Review of plans NC 2 , The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's CP B/C Review of plans A/C 2 specifications. The construction contractor shall utilize electdc or clean alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible. CP/CE B Review of plans C 2 The construction contractor shall ensure that construction- grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. To mitigate the impacted intersections to LOS D or better, CP B Review of plans C 2 the applicant shall pay traffic impacts fees that amount to the project's fair share of roadway improvements as identified by the City Engineer. These include but are not limited to widening roadways to their full width to add additional lanes, restriping existing roads to add additional lanes, signalizing intersections, or other improvements identified by the City Engineer. If the applicant proposes to develop the project with parking accommodations less than currently specified by the Development Code, concurrent with the Development/Design Review of the first phase of the project, the applicant shall submit a parking study that shows the feasibility of the proposed shared parking concept. The shared parking plan and accompanying parking study must be reviewed, and if deemed acceptable by the City, could result in approval of shared parking plan. Otherwise, the adopted City parking requirements will be uniformly applied to the project. Pdor to demolition of buildings on-site, the applicant shall CP B Review of plans C 2 submit an asbestos abatement report to ensure building materials that may contain ACM are sampled and removed in accordance with applicable regulations. Materials containing less than 0.1 percent asbestos are non- regulated and do not require removal prior to demolition. Material containing 0.1 percent or more asbestos are considered regulated and must be removed prior to demolition. A perimeter wall shall be constructed around the outdoor B Review of plans C 2 play area of the proposed day care center. The optimum height and depth of the wall and material to be used shall be determined in a specific noise evaluation that shall be completed during the design phase of the day care center. The noise evaluation shall be submitted with the design drawings for review and approval by the City Engineer pdor to commencement of construction of the day care center. Pdor to issuance of building permits for the residential CP 'B Review of plans C 2 components of the project, the applicant shall prepare a noise evaluation that identifies future exterior and interior noise levels and identifies measures required to reduce noise impacts to less than significant levels. These measures may include but are not limited to double-paned windows, additional insulation of exterior walls, and the installation of air-conditioning units. The type of window, insulation, and air conditioning units shall be determined in consultation with City staff. The air conditioning system(s) shall be of a type that does not add appreciably to the degradation of the acoustical environment around the residential units and is approved by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Key to Checklist Abbreviationt CDD - Communi~ Development Director A - With Each New Development " A - On-site Inspe~ion 1 - Withhold Recordation of Final Map CP - C~ Planner or designee B - PHor To Cons~ction B - Other Agency Permit / Approval 2 - Withhold Grading or Building Permit CE - Ci~ Engineer or designee C - Throughout Constru~ion C - Plan Check 3 - Withhold Ce~i~cate of Occupan~ BO - Building O~cial or designee D - On Completion D - Separate Submi~al (Repo~s / Studies / PJans) 4 - Stop Wo~ Order PO - Police Captain or designee E - Operating 5 - Retain Deposit or Bonds FC - Fire Chief or designee 6 - Revoke CUP I:~N NIN G~FINAL~CE~M MCHKLST.WPD AN ORDINANCE Of THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT DRCDDA01-01, TO AMEND THE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT MAP FROM INDUSTRIAL PARK TO MIXED USE FOR APPROXIMATELY 18.5 ACRES, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HAVEN AVENUE AND FOOTHILL BOULEVARD (APN: 208-331-01 AND PORTIONS OF 25 AND 26) AND FROM MEDIUM-HIGH RESIDENTIAL (14-24 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE)TO MIXED USE FOR APPROXIMATELY 13 ACRES LOCATED 630 FEET WEST OF HAVEN AVENUE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CIVIC CENTER DRIVE (APN: 208-331-24 AND PORTIONS OF 25 AND 26), ESTABLISHING SUBAREA 19 WITHIN THE INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS FOR THE COMBINED MIXED USE SITE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. 1. Burnett Companies filed an application for Development District Amendment DRCDDA01-01 as described in the title of this Ordinance. Hereinafter in this Ordinance, the subject Development District Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the an associated application and issued Resolution No. 01-57, recommending to the City Council that the General Plan Amendment DRCGPA 01-01B be approved. 3. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and issued Resolution No. 01-58, recommending to the City Council that the Development District Amendment No. 01-01 be approved. 4. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the an associated application and issued Resolution No. , approving the General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B. 5. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the application. 6. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does hereby ordain as follows: 1. This City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing on July 18, 2001, including wdtten and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCDDA01-01 - BURNE'I-I' COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 2 a. The application applies to approximately 31.5 acres of land, basically a square configuration, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard, north of Civic Center Ddve between Haven Avenue and the Deer Creek Flood Control Channel. Said properties are currently designated as Industrial Park as part of the Haven Overlay District and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre); developed with a single family residence and a small agricultural storage structure; and b. The properties to the north of the subject site is designated General Commercial and are developed with retail and office shopping centers. The properties to the west, on the opposite side of Deer Creek Flood Control Channel, are designated Commercial/Office and Low- Medium Residential (4-8 dwelling units per acre) within the Foothill Boulevard Distdct and are partially developed with a retail wine store. The properties to the east are designated Industrial Park and are developed with an office complex. The properties to the south are designated Industrial Park as part of the Haven Overlay Distdct and Medium-High Residential (14-24 dwelling units per acre) and are partially developed with an apartment cemplex; and c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development within the district in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council dudng the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a That the subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area as evidenced its frontage on a public street, its size exceeding minimum size requirements for the land use designation, and the evidence of similar uses existing in the immediate area; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the existing multiple family and small commercial activities in the immediate area; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan which contains provisions for Mixed Use land use designations. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and recommends adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Monitoring Program, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the Califomia Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCDDA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 3 therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project, which are listed below. Environmental Mitigation Air Quality 1 ) The site shall be treated with water a minimum of twice per day, or other soil stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~o emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. This will result in a minimum reduction of 68 percent of PM~o emissions during grading. 2) Public roads used for access to the site (Haven, Foothill and Civic Center) shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM~o emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. The site access haul road will be watered a minimum of twice daily. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. This will result in approximatelythree percent reduction of PM~0 emissions. 3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~o emissions from the site during such episodes. Emissions reduction not quantifiable. 4) Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM~o emissions. 5) Vehicle speeds will be restricted to less than 15 miles per hour on unpaved portions of the site. This will reduce PM~o emissions by 70 percent. 6) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. This will result in five percent reductions of ROG, NOx, and PM~o emissions. 7) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean altemative fuel powered equipment where feasible. CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCDDA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 4 8) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. Traffic 1) To mitigate the impacted intersections to LOS D or better, the applicant shall pay traffic impact fees that amount to the project's fair share of roadway improvements as identified by the City Engineer. These include but are not limited to widening roadways to their full width to add additional lanes, restriping existing roads to add additional lanes, signalizing intersections, or other improvements identified by the City Engineer. 2) If the applicant proposes to develop the project with parking accommodations less than currently specified by the Development Code, concurrent with the Development/Design Review of the first phase of the project, the applicant shall submit a parking study that shows the feasibility of the proposed shared parking concept. The shared parking plan and accompanying parking study must be reviewed, and if deemed acceptable by the City, could result in approval of a shared parking plan. Otherwise, the adopted City parking requirements will be uniformly applied to the project. Hazardous Materials 1) Pdor to demolition of buildings on-site, the applicant shall submit an asbestos abatement report to ensure building materials that may contain ACM are sampled and removed in accordance with applicable regulations. Materials containing less than 0.1 percent asbestos are non-regulated and do not require removal pdor to demolition. Matedal containing 0.1 percent or more asbestos are considered regulated and must be removed pdor to demolition. Noise 1) A perimeter wall shall be constructed around the outdoor play area of the proposed day care center. The optimum height and depth of the wall and material to be uses shall be determined in a specific noise evaluation that shall be completed dudng the design phase of the day care center. The noise evaluation shall be submitted with the design drawings for review and approval by the City Engineer pdor to commencement of construction of the day care center. 2) Prior to issuance of building permits for the residential components of the project, the applicant shall prepare a noise evaluation that identifies future extedor and interior noise levels and identifies measures required to reduce noise impacts to less than significant levels. These measures may include but are not limited to double- paned windows, additional insulation of exterior walls, and the CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCDDA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 5 installation of air-conditioning units. The type of window, insulation, and air conditioning units shall be determined in consultation with City staff. The air conditioning system(s) shall be of a type that does not add appreciably to the degradation of the acoustical environment around the residential units and is approved by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the City Council during the public headng, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby approves Development District Amendment DRCDDA 01-01 to establish a Mixed Use District and Industrial Subarea 19 at the site described in this Ordinance, and as shown in Exhibit "A" to this Ordinance. 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance. City of Rancho Cucamonga MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM Project File No.: GPA 01-01B, DDA01-01, DCA01-01, DR00-79, and TT16179 This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code). Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements: 1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and the procedure necessary to ensure compliance. The mitigation measure conditions of approval are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project. 2. A procedure of cempliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. 3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon recommendations by those responsible for the program. Program Management - The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department. Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucemonga. 1. A fee covedng all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant. 2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached hereto. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address: City of Rancho Cucemonga - Lead Agency Planning Division · 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Mitigation Monitoring Program GPA01-01 B, DDA01-01, DCA01-01, DR00-79, and 3-I'16179 Page 2 3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staffs is needed, as determined by the project planner or responsible City department, to monitor specific mitigation activities and provide appropriate wdtten approvals to the project planner. 4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of development. 5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP Reporting Form. 6. Unanticipated circumstances may adse requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation measures. The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions. An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel. 7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after wdtten notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented. 8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department. The Department shall require the applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee) with the City. These funds shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measure for the required period of time. 9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director prior to the issuance of building permits. MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III) Project File No.: GPA 01-01B, DR 00-79 Applicant: Burnett Companies Initial Study Prepared by: Debra Meier Date: May 16, 2001 The site shall be treated with water a minimum of twice per CP C Review of plans ~JC 2 day, or other soil stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~o emission, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. Public roads used for access to the site (Haven, Foothill CP C Review of plans lC 2 and civic Center) shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM~0 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. The site access haul road will be watered a minimum of twice daily. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. CP C Review of plans A/C ; 2 Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~0 emissions from the site dudng such episodes. CP C Review of plans A/C 2 Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM~o emissions. CP B/C Review of plans A/C 2 Vehicle speeds will be restricted to less than 15 miles per hour on unpaved portions of the site. CP B/C Review of plans A/C 2 The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow emission factors and high-energy efficiency. The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's CP B/C Review of plans A/C 2 specifications. The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible. CP/CE B Review of plans C 2 The construction contractor shall ensure that construction- grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. To mitigate the impacted intersections to LOS D or better, CP B Review of plans C 2 the applicant shall pay traffic impacts fees that amount to the project's fair share of roadway improvements as identified by the City Engineer. These include but are not limited to widening roadways to their full width to add additional lanes, restdping existing roads to add additional lanes, signalizing intersections, or other improvements identified by the City Engineer. If the applicant proposes to develop the project with parking accommodations less than currently specified by the Development Code, concurrent with the Development/Design Review of the first phase of the project, the applicant shall submit a parking study that shows the feasibility of the proposed shared parking concept, The shared parking plan and accompanying parking study must be reviewed, and if deemed acceptable by the City, could result in approval of shared parking plan. Otherwise, the adopted City parking requirements will be uniformly applied to the project. Pdor to demolition of buildings on-site, the applicant shall CP B Review of plans C 2 submit an asbestos abatement report to ensure building materials that may contain ACM are sampled and removed in accordance with applicable regulations. Materials containing less than 0.1 percent asbestos are non- regulated and do not require removal prior to demolition. Matedal containing 0.1 percent or moro asbestos are considered regulated and must be removed pdor to demolition. A perimeter wall shall be constructed around the outdoor B Review of plans C 2 play area of the proposed day care center. The optimum height and depth of the wall and material to be used shall be determined in a specific noise evaluation that shall be completed during the design phase of the day care center. The noise evaluation shall be submitted with the design drawings for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to commencement of construction of the day care center, Pdor to issuance of building permits for the residential CP I~ Review of plans C 2 components of the project, the applicant shall prepare a noise evaluation that identifies future exterior and interior noise levels and ident~ies measures required to reduce noise impacts to less than significant levels. These measures may include but are not limited to double-paned windows, additional insulation of exterior walls, and the installation of air-conditioning units. The type of window, insulation, and air conditioning units shall be determined in consultation with City staff. The air conditioning system(s) shall be of a type that does not add appreciabty to the degradation of the acoustical environment around the residential units and is approved by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Key to Checklist Abbreviations CDD - Community Development Director A - With Each New Development A - On-site Inspection I - Withhold Recordation of Final Map CP - City Planner or designee B * Prior To Construction B - Other Agency Permit / Approval 2 - Withhold Grading or Building Permit CE - City Engineer or designee C - Throughout Construction C - Plan Check 3 - Withhold Certiticate of Occupancy BO - Building Official or designee D - On Completion D - Separate Submittal (Reports / Studies I Plans) 4 - Stop Work Order PO - Police Captain or designee E - Operating 5 - Retain Deposit or Bonds FC - Fire Chief or designee 6 - Revoke CUP I:~PLANNING~FINAL\CEQA\MMCHKLST.WPD AN ORDINANCE Of THE CITY COUNCIL Of THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRCDCA01-01, TO ESTABLISH A MIXED USE DISTRICT LISTING AND INDUSTRIAL SUBAREA 19, WITH ACCOMPANYING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS BY AMENDING SECTIONS 17.08.030.F AND 17.30.080 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA DEVELOPMENT CODE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF A. .Recitals. 1. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly-noticed public hearing with respect to Development District Amendment DRCDDA01-01 and, following the conclusion thereof, adopted its Resolution No. 01-58, recommending that the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga adopt said amendment. 2. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly-noticed public hearing with respect to the above-referenced Development Code Amendment and, following the conclusion thereof, adopted its Resolution No. 01-59, recommending that the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga adopt said amendment. 3, On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted and concluded a duly-noticed public hearing concerning the subject amendment to the Development Code. 4. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred. B. Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does hereby ordain as follows: SECTION 1: This City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct. SECTION 2: This City Council hereby finds and determines that the subject amendment identified in this Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) of Chapter 3 of Division 6 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. SECTION 3: The following sections hereby are amended to read, in words and figures, as written below: 1. The following shall be added as Section 17.08.030.F.2 to the Land Development section of the Development Code: 2. Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue site:. This 31.5 acre site is located on the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue. The fo/lowing table specifies the uses and range of development that may be permitted on the site: CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCDCA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 2 PERCENT A CREA GE LAND USE MIX RANGE RANGE High Residential (24-30 dwelling units/acra) 40% - 45% 12.6 - 14.2 acres OfficeYProfessional, General Commercial, and Industrial Park 55% - 60% 17.3 - 18.9 acres The land use categories within the mixed use area shall be of the character and intensity as defined in Development Code Chapters 17.08, 17.10, and 17.30. All uses and activities that are permitted, or may be permitted with a conditional use permit, under the High Residential, Office/Professional, General Commercial, and Industrial Park designations are subject to the same permitting processes and development standards as listed in Chapters 17.08, 17.10, and 17.30, shall be applicable to any development within the Mixed use District, or shall be subject to a Master Plan of Development approved by the Planning Commission specifically for this site. 2. The following shall be added as Section 17.30.080.T to the Industrial Districts section of the Development Code: T. Subarea 19 1.Land Use Designation: Mixed Use - Rancho Cucamonga Town Square 2. Primary Function: The function of this subarea is to provide for. mixed .use development oriented around an office and commercial park, with a significant multiple family residential component, within the Haven Overlay District. This subarea is located at the southwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and Haven Avenue, bordered on the south by Civic Center Drive and on the west by the Deer Creek Flood Control Channel. The uses allowed and development standards are as outlined in Development Code Section 17.08.030. F. 2, and as further addressed in the Planning Commission approved Rancho Cucamonga Town Square Master Plan Design Standards. 3. The attached Exhibit "A" shall be added as Figure 17.30.080-U to the Industrial Districts section of the Development Code. SECTION 4: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this Ordinance is, for any reason, deemed or held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, or preempted by legislative enactment, such decision or legislation shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga hereby declares that it would have adopted this CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCDCA01-01 - BURNETT COMPANIES July 18, 2001 Page 3 Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or work thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or words might subsequently be declared invalid or unconstitutional or preempted by subsequent legislation. SECTION 5: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published within 15 days after its passage at least once in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Ontario, California, and circulated in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California. THE CITY OF l~^N C H 0 CU CAH ONC:;A StaffRepo DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Alan Warren, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01A - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT - A request to change the land use designation from Public Facilities-Park to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue - APN: Portion of 225-07-67. ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRCENSPA01-01 ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT - A request to change the land use designation from Open Space to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue - APN: Portion of 225-07-67. RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommends approval of General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01, and issuance ora Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts. Approval of these applications will establish a Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) area adjacent to an Etiwanda School Distdct Middle School site near the norlhedy extension of Day Creek Boulevard. BACKGROUND: On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission considered the subject applications. The applications were initiated by the Etiwanda School Distdct in order to offer surplus property left over from the development of a middle school for single-family residential development. The adoption of this amendment, along with the adoption of the associated Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment, will allow for the development of 30 single-family houses within Tentative Tract 16100, which is currently under review by City staff. The Planning Commission concluded its public hearing on June 13, 2001, and adopted the above listed recommendation. Please refer to the attached Planning Commission Report of June 13, 2001, regarding analysis of the proposed applications. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Parts I and II of the Initial Study have been completed. Staff has determined that only short-term air impacts due to construction and potential noise exposure to future residents would result from changing the land use designations as requested in the application. When specific development projects are proposed, existing environmental review CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT DRCGPA01-01A & DRCENSPA01-01 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT July 18, 2001 Page 2 requirements will be initiated to ensure adequate analysis of impacts. Any additional significant impacts noted will be mitigated through the City's development review process. The California Fish and Game Department sent a letter advising that they believed the development of the site (school and residential) would result in the loss of sensitive species and habitats. The school distdct representative testified that the site had gone through environmental assessment prior to construction activities for the school site development. At that time, no sensitive or threatened species were noted on the site. Fish and Game staff recommended that the City require the landowner provide alternative sensitive habitat land to compensate for the loss of habitat with these applications. This opinion was also voiced by a representative of the Spirit of the Sage Council at the Planning Commission meeting. Since the site is free and clear due to previous grading/grubbing operations while in the County, staff believes it is not appropriate to require replacement habitat for the land use decision. CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public hearing in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300-foot radius of the project site. ACTION: If the City Council concurs with the findings and recommendations of the Planning Commission, it would be appropriate to approve General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A and Etiwanda NoAh Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 by the adoption of the attached Resolution, Ordinance, and the Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB:AW\ma Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Planning Commission Report, Attachments, and Exhibits dated June 13 Exhibit "B" - Planning Commission Minutes dated June 13, 2001 Exhibit"C"- Letter from California Fish and Game Department dated June 6, 2001 Resolution Approving General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A Ordinance Approving Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA DATE: June 13, 2001 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Alan Warren, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-O1A- ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT - A request to change the land use designation from Public Facilities-Park to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue. APN: Portion of 225-07-67. ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRCENSPA01-01 ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT - A request to change the Specific Plan zoning district from Open Space to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue. APN: Portion of 225-07-67. PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION: A. Proiect Density: The General Plan and Etiwanda North Specific Plan will allow, if the applications are approved, for the development of between 23 and 46 single-family units on the subject site. An accompanying subdivision proposal for Tentative Tract 16100 calls for 30 single-family lots that equates to 2.6 units per acre. B. Surrounding Land Use and Zoninq: North - Vacant; Utility Corddor within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan South- Vacant; Open Space and Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre) within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan East - Vacant and water storage facility; Utility Corridor within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan West - Vacant; Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre) within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRCGPA01-01A & DRCENSPA01-01 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT June 13, 2001 Page 2 C. General Plan Desiqnations: Project Site - Public Facilities - Park/Equestrian Overlay Area North - Public Facilities - Flood Control/Utility Corridor/Equestrian Oveday Area South- Public Facilities - Park and Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre)/Equestdan Overlay Area East - Public Facilities - Park and Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre)/Equestdan Oveday Area West - Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre)/Equestdan OvedayArea D. Site Characteristics: The site slopes to the southwest and is undeveloped. No unique physical characteristics are evident on the site. The area is dissected by three minor washes that contain slight changes in topography, soil, and vegetation. The vegetation communityon site consists of Riversidean sage scrub. ANALYSIS: General: As stated above, the proposed use of the property is for the eventual subdivision of the site into 30 single-family residential lots. The General Plan and zoning amendments will, if approved, provide for single-family development on property that presently allows only for public facilities as a potential park site. The existing zoning designations are from the Etiwanda NoAh Specific Plan prezone of April 1992. The site was officially annexed on December 4, 2000, and the prezone designations became the development regulations for the site. Appropriateness of Existinq Land Use Desiqnations: The existing designation is a result of the planned open space/public facilities use for the area bordered by utility corridors in the noah Etiwanda area. The area proposed for residential use is surplus from a future public school campus planned just south of the site. The remaining area is being used as a water storage facility by the Cucamonga County Water District. The Etiwanda School District's plans for a nearby elementary school does not include this area and, therefore, the site is surplus for the district's needs. The site could be used as an adjoining park to the school, but the Etiwanda NoAh Specific Plan has provided sufficient locations elsewhere for park uses, so this site is not pivotal for expansion of recreational uses. Open Space and Public Facility land uses are usually designated for propeAies that are expressly identified by govemment agencies for specific facilities that are already planned. Unless there is a viable user for the site as presently designated, it would be appropriate to consider alternative uses. A. Appropriateness of Proposed Designation: Other than the school site and the water storage facility, the site is surrounded by single-family residential designations. Without any other land uses planned for the immediate area, similar designations should be considered for the remaining surplus school site land. The applicant has submitted a tentative tract proposal that satisfies the development standards for the Low Residential Distdct of the Etiwanda NoAh Specific Plan. Its design and relationship to the future elementary school and existing water storage site also appear to be appropriate. Staff believes that Low Residential is an appropriate land use alternative for the site. B. Environmental Assessment: Parts I and II of the Initial Study have been completed. Mitigation has been included in the attached Resolution pertaining to shoA-term water quality, air quality, and noise i~mpacts. Any other significant impacts noted will be mitigated through the City's development review process. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DRCGPA01-01A & DRCENSPA01-01 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT June 13, 2001 Page 3 CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public headng in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 500-foot radius of the project site. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the approval of General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01.01A and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 bythe adoption of the attached Resolutions and the Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts. All the items, with Planning Commission recommendations, will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. Respectfully submitted,__ Brad Buller City Planner BB:AW\ma Attachments: Exhibit "A" - General Plan Land Use Map Exhibit "B" - Etiwanda North Specific Plan Map Exhibit "C" - Initial Study Resolution Recommending Approval of General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A Resolution Recommending Approval of Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 rtl × GPA 01-01A Existing General Plan Designation ~,%,~° City Boundary Very Low Res. Low Res. Open Space Public Facilities-Park Utility Corridor m ~-=. ENSPA 01-01 Existing Land Use .. ::::: UTILITY: corrl DOR Q.... ~ .... Boundary {~iiiii .... ~.I_li~II_l. II very Low Res. (VL) O i iii ~ Low Res. (L) 01!i! ~ Open Space (OS) O i i iii I~::iii~ Utility Corridor (UC) 01111 < 24th St. no scale ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM o,tyo, Ra**c=*** (Part I - Initial Study) (909) 477-2750 INCOMPLETEAPPLICATIONS WILLNOTBEPROCESSED. Pleasenotethatitistheresponsibilityoftheapplicanttoensurethatthe application is complete at the time of submittal; City staff will not be available to perform work required to provide missinginformation. p~r*ns.'App"ca'°nNum"er"°rt"epr°jec'*w"'c"t"'s'°rm -~ ?-~;'%,? ,%1,~ o~,-,,~'(..r.r~/,/~) Project Name & Address of project .,,!_'7";~.,,~,/.~.., E¢/. ¢/'731 Name & Address of developer or project Address: H:\INITSTDI.doc 3~00 Pa~e 1 Name & Address of person preparing this form (if different from above): Telephone Number: Information indicated by asterisk (*) is not required of non-construction CUP=s unless otherwise requested by stall '1) Provide a full scale (8-1/2 x 11) copy of the USGS Quadrant Sheet(s) which includes the project site, and indicate the site boundaries. 2) Provide a set of color photographs which show representative views into the site from th e north, south, east and west; views into and from the site from the primary access points which serve the site; and representative views of significant features from the site. Include a map showing location of each photograph. 3) Project Location (describe): 4) Assessor=s Parcel Numbers (attach additional sheet if *5) Gross Site Area (ac/sq. ff.): 11.'5 *6) Net Site Area (total site size minus area of public streets & proposed dedications): 7) Describe any proposed genera/plan amendment or zone change which would affect the project site (attach additional sheet if necessary; H:\INITSTDI.doc 3/00 Page 2 8) Include a description ef all permits which wi//be necessary from the City of Rancho Cucamonga and other governmental agencies in order to fully implement the project: Describe the physical setting of the site as it exists before the project including information on topography~ soil stability, p/ants and anita als, mature trees, trails and roads, drainage courses, and scenic aspects. Describe any existing structures on site (including age and condition) and the use of the structures. A~tach photographs of significant features described. /n addition, site all sources of information (i.e., geological and/or hydrologic studies, biotic and archeelogica/ surveys, traffic studies): lO)Describe the known cultura/ and/or historica/ aspects of the site. Site ell sources of information (books, published repor~s and ora/history): H'\INITSTD1 .doc 3~00 Page 3 11) Describe any noise sources and their levels that no w affect the site ~ircra#, roadway noise, etc.) and how they w~ affect proposed uses: 12) Describe the proposed project in detail. This should provide an adequate description of the site in terms of u/tirnate use which wi//result from the proposed project. /ndicate if there are proposed phases for development, the extent ot development to occur with each phase, and the anticipated completion of each increment. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: 13) Describe the surrounding properties, including information on p/ants and animals and any cultural, historical, or scenic aspects. /ndicate the type of/and use (residential commercial etc.), intensity of/and use (one-family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.) and scale of development (height, frontage, setback, rear yard, etc.): 14) Will the proposed project change the pattern, scale or character of the surrounding general area of the project? H:\INITSTDI.doc 3/00 Pacle 5 15)Indicate the type of short-term and long-term noise to be generated, including source and amount. How wi//these noise /eve/s affect adjacent proper#es and on-site uses. What methods of sound proofing are proposed? '16) Indicate proposed remova/s and/or replacements of mature or scenic trees: 17) Indicate any bodies of water (including domestic water supplies) into which the site drains: 8) Indicate expected amount of water usage. (See Attachment A for usage estimates). Forfurther claril~cation, please contact the Cucamonga County Water District at 987-2591. b. Commercial/Ind. (ga//day/ac) Peak use (gallminlac) 9) Indicate proposed method of sewage disposal. Septic Tank ~ Sewer. If septic tanks are proposed, attach percolation tests. If discharge to a sanitary sewage system is proposed indicate expected daily sewage generation: (See Attachment A for usage estimates). For further clarification, p/ease contact the Cucamonga County Water District at 987- 2591. a. Residential (ga//day) >: b. Commercial/Ind. (gal/day/ac) RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS: 20) Number of residential units: ~ ~ Detached (indicate range of parcel sizes, minimum lot size and maximum lot H'\INITSTD1 .doc 3/00 Parle 6 H:\INITSTDI.doc 3/00 Page 7 Attached (indicate whether units are rental or for sale units): 21)Anticipated range of sale prices and/ar rents: Sale Price(s) $ jgt~',l'J'~ to $ P'~I'~'~ Rent (per month) $ to $. 22) Specify number of bedrooms by unit typ e: 24)Indicate the expected number of school children who will be residing within the project: Contact the appropriate Schoo, Districts es shown in Attachment B: A]/~ L' ~C ~F ~'~',t '~'f'*'~ a. Elemanter~: b. Junior High: c. Senior High COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS 25) Describe type of use(s) end major '~unction(s) of commercia/, industrial or institutiona/ uses: 26) Total floor area of commercial, industrial, or institutional uses by type: 27) Indicate hours of operation: 28) Number of Tota/: employees: Maximum Shift: Time of Maximum Shift: 29) Provide breakdown of anticipated job c/assifications, inc/uding wage and sa/ary ranges, a s we//as an indication of the rate hire for each c/assification (attach additiona/ sheet if necessary): 30) Estimation of the number of workers to be hired that current/y reside in the City: *31) F~r c~mmercia/ and industria/ uses ~n/y~ indicate the s~urce~ type and am~unt ~f air p~//ufi~n emissi~ns. (Data shou/d b6 verified through the South Coast Air Qua/ity Management District, at (818) 572-6283): ALL PROJECTS 32) Have the water, sewer, fire, and fiood control agencies serving the project been contacted to determine their ability to provid6 adequate service to the proposed project? If so, please indicate their response. H:\INITSTDI.doc 3/00 Pa~3e 9 33 In the known history of this property, has there been any use, storage, or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials? ') E×amp/es of hazardous and/or toxic materials include, but are not limited to PCB=s; radioactive substances; pesticides ant herbicides; fuels, oils, so/vents, and other f/amrnab/e liquids and gases. A/so note underground storage of any of the above. P/ease list the materials and describe their use, storage, and/or discharge on the property, as we//as the dates of use, it known. 34) Wi//the proposed project involve the temporary or/ong-terrn use, storage or discharge of hazardous and/or toxic materials, including but not limited to those examples listed above? /f yes, provide an inventory of ali such materials to be used and proposed method of disposaL The location of such uses, along with the storage and shipment areas, shall be shown and/abe/ed on the application p/ans. / hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for adeguate evaluation of this project to the best of my ability, that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct tot he best of my know/edge and belief. / further understand that additional i~rrna/~ion may be required to be submitted before an adequate evaluation can be made by the City of Ran.~'rO~ucamonga. I \ // ATTACHMENT A Water Usaqe Average use per day Residential Single Family 600 gal/day AptJCondo 400 gal/day Commercial/Industrial General and Regional Commercial 3000 gal/day/ac Neighborhood Commercial 1500 gal/day/ac General Industrial 1500 gal/day/ac Industrial Park 3000 gal/day/ac Peak Usage For all uses Average use x 2.0 Sewer Flows Residential Single Family 270 gal/day Apt/Condos 200 gal/day Commercial/Industrial General Commercial 2000 gal/day/ac Neighborhood Commercial 100-1500 gal/day/ac General Industrial 2000 gal/day/ac Heavy Industrial 3000 gal/day/ac Source: Cucamonga County Water District Master Plan, 9/86 H:\INITSTDI.doc 3/00 P ag e~,~f~ ATTACHMENT B Contact the school distdct for your area for amount and payment of school fees: Elementa~ School Districts Alta Loma 9350 Base Line Road, Suite F Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 987-0766 Central 10601 Church Street, Suite 112 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 989-8541 Cucamonga 8776 Archibald Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 987-8942 Etiwanda 5959 East Avenue P.O. Box 248 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (909) 899-2451 High School Chaffey High School 211 West 5th Street Ontario, CA 91762 (909) 988-8511 H:\INITSTDI.doc 3/00 Page 13 City of Rancho Cucamonga ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM INITIAL STUDY PART II BACKGROUND 1. Project Files: General Plan Amendment 01-01A; Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-01; and Tentative Tract 16100. 2. Related Files: Etiwanda North Specific Plan 3. Description of Projects: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A - Etiwanda School District - A request to change the land use designation from Public Facilities - Park to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue. APN: Portion of 225-07-67. Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 - Etiwanda School District - A request to change the Specific Plan zoning district from Open Space to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue. APN: Portion of 225-07-67. Tentative Tract 16100 - Etiwanda School District - A request to subdivide approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue into 30 single-family lots within the Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre) of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and one access parcel to the neighboring Cucamonga County Water District property. APN: Portion of 225-07-67. 4. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: Etiwanda School District P.O. Box 248 Etiwanda, CA 91739 5. General Plan Designation: Public Facilities - Park 6. Zoning: Open Space (within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan) 7. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: Very Low (2 du/acre), Low (2-4 du/acre), Utility Corridor Initial Study for ' City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-0lA, ENSP01-01, 'I-I'16100 Page 2 8. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 9. Contact Person and Phone Number: Alan Warren and Sal Salazar - (909) 477-2750 10. Other agencies whose approval is required: None. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," or "Less Than Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. ( ) Land Use and Planning ( ) Transportation/Circulation ( ) Public Services ( ) Population and Housing ( ) Biological Resources ( ) Utilities and Service Systems ( ) Geological Problems ( ) Energy and Mineral Resoumes ( ) Aesthetics ( ) Water ( ) Hazards ( ) Cultural Resources (x) Noise ( ) Recreation (x) A r Quality ( ) Mandatory Findings of Significance DETERMINATION On the basis of this initial evaluation: (x) I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project, or agreed to, by the applicant. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. Sign~~ May 16, 2001 J/-/7 Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 3 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, an explanation is required for all "Potentially Significant Impact," "Potentially Significant Impact Unless Mitigation Incorporated," and "Less Than Significant Impact" answers, including a discussion of ways to mitigate the significant effects identified. Issues and Supporting Information Sources: ,,..~, u,~, T~, 1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposah a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the () () (x) () vicinity? d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) established community? Comments: a-d) The portion of the site under consideration for single-family development is designated as Public Facilities within the General Plan and Open Space within the Etiwanda NoAh Specific Plan. Refer to Appendix A, entitled, "Site Photo and Tree Existence Exhibit," prepared by Madole and Associates in January 2001, which shows photos of the project site. The area proposed for single-family development is a surplus portion that is not needed for the future middle school and, therefore, is designated as part of the Public Facilities area. The General Plan and Etiwanda Specific Plan Amendments are the appropriate processes to remove the surplus school land from the Public Facilities and Open Space designations and establish alternative land uses for the area in question. The neighboring properties are planned for single-family development and, therefore, Low Residential (2.4 dwelling units per acre) is an appropriate designation for the site. Development of the site for single-family residential uses will not significantly disrupt the neighboring community. Further, the loss of approximately 11 acres of open space within the Etiwanda NoAh Area is considered insignificant, as it represents less than .25 percent of the total open space projected for the Etiwanda North Area. The project will not conflict with any known environmental plans or policies adopted by other public agencies. MITIGATION MEASURES None required. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga G PA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 4 Potenllally ~gnlflco~tP°tentE311Yb~Doct Slgniflc~ntT~ NO Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Un~e~ Incacporated Impact m~3ct 2. POPULATION AND HOUS~G. Would the proposal'. a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local () () (x) () population projections? b) Induce substantial growth in an area either () () (x) () directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) housing? Comments: a - c) The project will result in residential growth in the immediate area. This growth is part of the planned growth of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan community. The expansion of 11.5 acres for residential growth will result in 30 additional units. This increase is considered minimal, given that a total of 3,200 units are proposed for the entire Specific Plan area. Construction activities at the site will be short-term and will not attract new employees to the area. The project will not induce substantial growth nor will population be increased to levels that exceed regional and/or local projections. Housing does not exist on-site, therefore, there is no opportunity for displacement. MITIGATION MEASURES: None required. 3. GEOLOGIC PROB[.I~IS, Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault rupture? ( ) (x) ( ) b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) (x) ( ) c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ( ) (x) ( ) d) Seiche hazards? ( ) ( ) (x) e) Landslides or mudflows? ( ) (x) ( ) f) Erosion, changes in topography, or unstable soil () (x) () conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) ( (x) ( ) h) Expansive soils? ( ) ( (x) ( ) i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) ( ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01,3-1'16100 Page 5 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: ur~ T~ Comments: a - c) No known faults pass through the site; it is not in an Earthquake Fault Zone, nor is it in the Rancho Cucamonga City Special Study Zone along the Rod Hill Fault. The Rod Hill Fault or Etiwanda Avenue Fault, passes about one mile south of the site; the Cucamonga Fault Zone lies approximately one mile north. These faults am both capable of producing Mw 6.0 - 7.0 earthquakes, respectively. The San Jacinto Fault, capable of producing up to Mw 7.5 earthquakes, is also about six miles northeast of the site and the San Andreas, capable of up to Mw 8.2 earthquakes, is 9.5 miles northeast of the site. Each of these faults can produce strong ground shaking. Compliance with building standards and specifications contained in the City Municipal Code and the Uniform Building Code ensures that potential seismic impacts, including potential ground failure and liquefaction will be reduced to insignificant levels. The Cucamonga County Water District, in their letter dated April 26, 2001 (Appendix B of this report), indicates that a severe earthquake could potentially create localized damage to the District's nearby water storage tank, which in turn, could create a flood hazard should the tank breach. The District, however, indicates that the storage tanks are designed in accordance with the seismic design criteria of the American Water Works Association standard specifications and are constructed with welded steel. The District concludes that "it is unlikely that complete failure and severe flooding will occur." d) The project site is not Iocatod near any open body of water and, therefore, is not subject to seiche hazards. e- f) The topography will be altered to accommodate the project for level building pads. Grading will be done in accordance with a grading plan approved by the City Engineer. The grading will be done according to the provisions of the adoptod Hillside Development Ordinance and other City requirements. Impacts associatod with potential landslides and mudslides, and erosion will be reduced to insignificant levels. g - h) Soil type on-site and in the vicinity is from the Tujunga Soboba association. These soils are excessively drained, readily level to moderately sloping, that are typically formed on alluvial fans. Runoff is very slow and hazard of erosion is slight. Included with these soils are areas of Tujunga gravely loamy sand in scattered tracts 10 to 20 acres in size. This soil type is capable of supporting the proposod development. Significant impacts are not expectod. i) The site contains no unique geologic or physical features. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 6 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Un~ess 1ban mpact Inooroor~ed mpoc~ mpa~ MITIGATION MEASURES The project is required to comply with standards and requirements contained in the City Municipal Code, Hillside Development Ordinance, and Uniform Building Code to alleviate impacts associated with seismicity, soils, and erosion. Further mitigation measures are not required. 4. WATER. Will the popasalresult in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, ( ) (x) ( ) or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? b) Exposure of people or property to water related (x) ( ) hazards such as flooding? c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration (x) ( ) of surface water quality (e.g., temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity)? d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any (x) ( ) water body? e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction (x) ( ) of water movements? f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either (x) ( ) through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations, or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability? g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? ( ) (x) ( ) h) Impacts to groundwater quality? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) i) Substantial reduction in the amount of () () () (x) groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? Comments: a) The project site is located near the Chino Groundwater Basin, which encompasses most of the Pomona Valley floor from the San Gabriel Mountains to Prado Dam. The basin is presently recharged by local rainfall infiltration, artificial recharge from spreading facilities, and underflow from adjacent groundwater basins, such as the Cucamonga Basin. The Chino Basin has a maximum storage capacity of about 12 million acres per foot. A saturated water zone of approximately 1,000 feet in thickness is present in the alluvial silts, clays, sands, and gravels that underlie the vicinity of the project site. The effective base of this aquifer varies between 600 to 800 feet. The proposed project will create impervious surfaces. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, 'I-l'16100 Page 7 In~ooctPotentia~y Irn~z~t ~rr'~ooct ~gnlflCOnt Irnpc~t Less Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentiallyUnles~ Than The project however, will not substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere with groundwater recharge due to the following reasons: first, the project site is not large enough to significantly affect the recharge capability of the regional aquifer; and secondly, the project site will not be covered entirely with impervious surfaces. For example, the residential subdivision will include permeable areas such as yards and landscaping. Rainfall will continue to percolate within these permeable areas, which will contribute to the recharge of the regional aquifer. No significant impacts will result. Development of the project site is expected to result in some degree of increased runoff and resultant drainage pattern changes. The degree of change, however, is not expected to be significant given the limited size of the affected site and because all on-site drainage will be collected and discharged into the public storm drains and system. As a condition of project approval, a drainage study/plan showing how storm water runoff will be further handled, both during construction and operation, shall be prepared for City Engineer approval, prior to issuance of a grading permit. Proper grading and drainage control will ensure this potential impact is less than significant. b) The site is not located within the 100-year flood plain, as indicated on Figure V-5, "Flood Hazards" in the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. People and/or property will not be significantly exposed to any flood hazard. c) The proposed project will generate some level of urban pollutants, including rubber, hydrocarbons, and metal particles from increased vehicle operations, and other pollutants associated with landscaping and operations of the proposed residential subdivision. Construction activities will also generate debris and other construction pollutants. Overall impacts, however, are not anticipated to be significant. Standard procedures and precautions are available to ensure that significant water quality impacts will not result. One of the primary precautions to ensure that significant water quality impacts do not occur is the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit process. The NPDES permit is required for any discharge of pollutants into surface waters, resulting from dewatering during construction, storm water runoff, and construction sites. The permit process is administered by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board and applies to construction sites of five acres or more. The project site is larger than five acres and must comply with NPDES requirements. The permit includes a list of Best Management Practices, which describes measures to guard against pollutant contamination of surface water. Significant impacts will not result with mitigation. d - e) The project site is not located near any surtace water body and, therefore, will not result in any significant impacts. The applicant is required to prepare a drainage study to describe how storm water runoff will be conveyed during grading/construction and operations of the site, prior to issuance of a grading permit. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga G PA01-0lA, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 8 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentk315,Unless ~hon f - i) Refer to response (a). The project will not significantly alter the course or direction of any groundwater resource, nor have any contact with groundwater, which would significantly impact groundwater quality. MITIGATION MEASURES 1) The project shall comply with the California Regional Water Quality Control Board's requirements relating to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and applicable Best Management Practices. 2) The project's drainage improvements shall be designed in accordance with City regulations and standards. 5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal: a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to ( ) (x) ( ) ( ) an existing or projected air quality violation? b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ( ) (x) ( ) ( ) c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) cause any change in climate? d) Create objectionable odors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments..', a) Changes in emission levels produced by the proposed project are related to short- term impacts associated with construction activities, and long-term impacts are created by increased vehicle trips (mobile sources) and increased electricity and gas consumption (stationary sources). Construction Impacts: Construction activities will result in the generation of two types of pollutants: fugitive dust and mobile source emissions from construction equipment. Soil disturbance dust and combustion pollutants from on-site construction equipment and from off-site trucks hauling dirt, cement, or building materials will create a temporary addition of pollutants to the local airshed. These emissions are variable in time and space and differ considerably among various construction projects. Such emission levels and resultant air impacts can, therefore, only be approximately estimated. The SCAQMD, in its 1993 "CEQA Air Quality Handbook," estimates daily PM-10 emissions (fugitive dust) during construction to be 26.4 pounds per day per acre disturbed when "standard" dust control procedures required by SCAQMD Rule 403 are used. Enhanced dust control procedures can further reduce the average dailyPM-10 emission rate to as Iow as 10 pounds per day when a highly aggressive control program is implemented. The handbook allows for the simultaneous disturbance of about 5.7 acres, before potentially significant emission Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, 'I-r16100 Page 9 Potenfla~ Significant Potentiallylmpact Impact Less Irnpc~'t Issues and Supporting Information Sources: u,~,~ ~o~ I Signlacant I Mltlgotlcn Significant NO Impact Incorporated levels are generated The handbook utilizes a standard of 150 pounds per day in defining when an impact is considered significant. However, if dust control measures are implemented, the entire project site can be disturbed without resulting in a significant impact. In addition to fugitive dust emissions, construction will operate and use internal combustion engines to power on-road trucks and off-road mobile, semi-mobile and semi-stationary equipment. Such soumes are mainly diesel-powered and are often poorly regulated in terms of allowable emission levels. Construction activities typically require about 300,000 Brake Horsepower-Hours (BHP-HR) of on- and off- road energy to develop one acre. Project implementation of standard control measures to minimize construction equipment exhaust emissions will be necessary to ensure significant impacts will not result. Long-Term Operational Impacts: Long-term impacts am related to increased emissions and pollutants generated by increased vehicular (mobile soume) emissions and secondary (stationary source) pollution sources, such as consumption of electricity and natural gas. The primary project-related air pollution concern relates to additional traffic to be generated by the proposed project. The SCAQMD, in its 1993 "CEQA Air Quality Handbook," estimates that a 30-1ct subdivision will not result in any significant long- term impact. Secondary impacts are emissions generated by other sources besides vehicular traffic, such as electrical and gas consumption, motor fuel use, surface coating applications, and asphalt and roofing tar evaporation. It is estimated that the total emission levels from secondary sources will be insignificant, given the relatively limited magnitude of proposed development. b) Other residential development will be located near the project site which is considered sensitive receptors. Neighboring residences will not be significantly impacted by fugitive dust with mitigation. It should be noted that much of the dust is comprised of large particles that readily settle after leaving the construction site. Since these large particles are chemically inert and because they are readily filtered out by the human breathing passages, they represent more of a nuisance rather than a health risk. c) The project is not of an intensity or land use that will significantly affect regional climate and temperature. d) The residential subdivision is not of a land use that will create objectionable odors. MITIGATION MEASURES 1) Throughout grading and construction activities, the project contractor shall implement the following: Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 10 Impact Significant Potenfla~lYlmpoct [mpoc~ Les~ Impact Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potemmolly UnleSS Tn~n · The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~0 emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. · Perimeter streets shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. · Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~0 emissions from the site during such episodes. · Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM~0 emissions. · Select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow-emission factors and high-energy efficiency and ensures the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. · Utilize electric or clean alternative fuel-powered equipment where feasible. · Ensure that construction grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. · The wheels of vehicles leaving the construction site shall be washed. 6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? ( ) ( ) (x) ( b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., () () (x) ( sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? c) Inadequate emergency access or access to () () (x) ( nearby uses? d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ( ) ( ) (x) ( e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ( ) ( ) (x) ( Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 11 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Un~e~ ~han ~ncorporoted rr, pectmpoct f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? g) Rail or air traffic impacts? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a) The increase of 30 residential units to the 3,200 units planned for the area is not expected to generate a significant amount of additional vehicles trips above what was anticipated by the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and EIR. The proposed single-family residential subdivision will generate approximately 300 trips per day (an average of 10 trips per day per household). At the time of building permit issuance, the applicant is required to pay Traffic Impact Fees as established by the City Council to offset the incremental increase in traffic as a result of the project. b) Proposed access and roadway improvements shall be designed according to applicable City of Rancho Cucamonga standards that relate to turning movements, sight distance, approach widths, etc. Significant impacts are not expected. c) The project will be designed to provide adequate emergency access, as required by the City. d) Parking will be provided in accordance with City requirements. e) Significant hazards to pedestrians and bicyclists are not expected since the project will be designed according to City standards relating to turning movements, sight distance, approach widths, etc. f) The project is not of an intensity or land use that would significantly conflict with alternative transportation policies. g) Located approximately six to seven miles northeast of Ontario Airport, the site is located north of the flight path and will not be dangerous to users or aircraft. MITIGATION MEASURES The project is required to comply with City standards and requirements regarding roadway and access design, and parking, and pay appropriate Traffic Impact Fees. Further mitigation measures are not required. 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) habitats (including, but not limited to: plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds)? Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 12 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: PotentialS,Unless mort b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees, ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) eucalyptus windrow, etc.)? c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., () () () (x) eucalyptus grove, sage scrub habitat, etc.)? d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian, and () () () (x) vernal pool)? e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments: a- e) According to the report entitled, "Biological Surveys for the University Planned Development and Adjacent Properties," prepared by Harmsworth Associates in July 1999, the project site is not characterized by any endangered, threatened, or rare species or habitat; locally designated species or natural communities; wetlands; or wildlife corridors. Refer to Appendix C, which contains the Biological Surveys. The Biological Surveys conclude that there are no constraints with regard to the take of State or Federally listed or proposed endangered, threatened or candidate plant or animal species, since none were observed. MITIGATION MEASURES None required. 8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) plans? b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) inefficient manner? c) Result in the loss of availability of a known () () () (x) mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? Comments: a- b) The project is not of an intensity or land use that will significantly conflict with adopted energy conservation plans or use non-renewable resources. The project will be required to comply with applicable City standards for energy conservation. c) The only known mineral deposits in the general foothill area are aggregate resources. The site is not within any of the known resource areas as identified on Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, 'Fr16100 Page 13 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: unlesS m(3n General Plan Figure IV-2, "Aggregate Extraction Resoumed Areas" map (Surface Mining and Reclamation Act Resource Areas). MITIGATION MEASURES None required. 9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of () () () (x) hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)? b) Possible interference with an emergency () () () (x) response plan or emergency evacuation plan? c) The creation of any health hazard or potential () () () (x) health hazard? d) Exposure of people to existing sources of () () () (x) potential health hazards? e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable () () (x) () brush, grass, or trees? .Comments: a- d) The residential subdivision is not of an intensity or land use that would create a significant risk of explosion or release of hazardous substances; interfere with emergency plans; or create health hazards. There is no evidence of discarded drums, containers, hazardous wastes, or discolored soils. There is no indication of underground storage tanks or illegal dumping or refuse onsite. e) The project will comply with City requirements regarding fire protection and prevention of fire hazards. MITIGATION MEASURES None required. 10. NOISE. Will the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? ( ) (x) ( ) ( ) b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) (x) ( ) ( ) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 14 PotenflQllyS~gnlflcont PotenflC~lYlmp~ct impact T~ Iml3~t Issues and Supporting Information Sources: unle~ Comments: a- b) The project will increase noise levels since the site is currently vacant and the development would add people and traffic to the area. To evaluate these noise increases, LSA prepared the report entitled, "Noise Impact Analysis," January 2001 (Appendix D). According to the noise analysis, the proposed project will not result in any significant short-term construction noise increases or impacts, based on standards and criteria contained in the City's Noise Element of the General Plan and Development Code. Mitigation measures are also recommended to further reduce the level of impacts to insignificant levels. Long-term impacts were evaluated in the Noise Analysis based on noise generated by the existing CCWD pump station and water treatment plant that are located east of the project site. According to the Noise Analysis, these facilities generate Iow levels of noise and, therefore, will not significantly disturb or impact the proposed residential subdivision. Impacts are also conside[ed insignificant when considering that the proposed residential subdivision will be located in an urban setting and will be compatible with future residential development in the surrounding areas. It is concluded that any noise will "blend" into the existing ambient noise. As a condition of approval, prior to issuance of grading permit, the applicant will be required to prepare another acoustical study to assist in designing noise attenuation features, such as noise walls, etc. for final building plans. MITIGATION MEASURES 1. During project site excavation and grading, the contractor shall implement the following: · Equip all construction equipment, fixed or mobile, with properly operating and maintained mufflers consistent with manufacturers' standards. Place all Stationary construction equipment so that emitted noise is directed away from sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site. · Locate equipment staging in areas that will create the greatest distance between construction related noise sources and noise sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site during all project construction. · Limit all construction related activities that would result in high noise levels between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, unless such construction activities do not result in noise levels exceeding 45 dBA at residences to the southeast of the site. No construction shall be allowed on Sundays and public holidays. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 15 ImpOct Potbelly ~ I~ Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Po,~,~ UnleSS ~hon 11. PUBLICSERVlCES. Would the proposal have an effect upon or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire protection? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Police protection? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) c) Schools? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) e) Other governmental services? . ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Comments: a - e) Fire Protection - The project site, would be served by a fire station located near Base Line Road and Rochester Avenue, approximately four miles from the project site. The project is not of an intensity or land use that will significantly burden fire protection services. The project shall comply with Standard Conditions of Approval and requirements of the Fire Code to further ensure that significant impacts will not result. Police Protection - Police protection for the area is provided under a contract with the County Sheriff's Department. The project is not of an intensity or land use that will significantly burden police protection services. .Schools - The Etiwanda School District and the Chaffey Joint Union High School District serve the project area. Both school districts have been notified regarding the proposed development. A Standard Condition of Approval will require the developer to pay the school impact fees. With this standard mitigation, impacts to the School Districts are not considered significant. Parks - The proposed project will result in the subdivision of 30 single-family lots, and will generate approximately 95 new people to the area. Therefore, the project will incrementally impact local parks or recreational opportunities. The applicant shall pay applicable park fees to reduce the level of impact to an insignificant level. Public Facilities - The proposed project will not significantly increase traffic on adjacent streets and is consistent with the City's Etiwanda North Specific Plan, which designates the neighboring areas as Low Residential. The applicant shall construct necessary street improvements and pay traffic impact fees as established by the City Council to offset the incremental increase in traffic as a result of the project. Other Governmental Services - The project is not of a land use or intensity that will significantly affect other services such as the library. The applicant shall pay appropriate fees. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TI'16100 Page 16 Potentially ~gnlflcant Potentlc~lYl~t Impact Le~ In, pact Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Unless 1hah I ,~gnlflCant I Mlllgoflc~ ,~Ignll!Cont NO Im~X3ct Incor~3o~ofed MITIGATION MEASURES The project is required to pay applicable fees to and acquire proper clearances from the various public agencies regarding public services. Further mitigation measures are not required. 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Communication systems? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) facilities? d) Sewer or septic tanks? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) e) Storm water drainage? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) f) Solid waste disposal? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) g) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Comments: a- g) The proposed residential subdivision will include construction of 30 single-family residences. The proposed project is not of an intensity or land use that will burden utility agencies in providing power, natural gas, telephone, water, sewer, drainage, and solid waste services. The project will be required to provide those improvements necessary to extend existing utilities to the site as a condition of development. The proposed project will not require major modification or alterations to the existing utility infrastructure in the immediate area. The Cucamonga County Water District, in its letter dated April 26, 2001 (Appendix B of this document), indicates that the "District has reviewed the preliminary Tentative Map for the proposed development and has determined that the project is consistent with the District's master plan and any conditions to be imposed on the development." MITIGATION MEASURES The project is required to acquire proper clearances from the various public agencies regarding public utilities. Further mitigation measures are not required. 13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) c) Create light or glare? ( ) ( ) (x) ( ) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01 A, ENSP01-01, 'F]'16100 Page 17 Irn~x~ct Impact ~mpoct Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Po~,y unle~ Than Comments: a- b) The proposed residential subdivision is located adjacent to existing housing developments and those currently under construction. Day Creek Boulevard, the major road into the area, and the adjoining local streets must be developed in conformance with the landscape and straetscape guidelines of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. The future residential structures must receive City of Rancho Cucamonga Design Review Committee approval prior to building permit issuance. As part of that process, assurances will be made to ensure that negative aesthetic effects and disturbances to scenic vistas will not result. c) As with any new development, the proposed residential subdivision will generate amounts of light from future residences, straetlights, and new vehicle lights from additional cars entering and exiting the project site. The level of impact is further exacerbated since the project site is currently vacant and undeveloped with no on-site light generated. Any new light generated on-site will be directly attributable to the proposed project. Potential impacts of the project onto neighboririg uses, however, are considered insignificant given that the type and amount of additional light and/or glare would be similar with other neighboring residential land uses. The increment of light and glare generated specifically by the proposed project will be "blended" into the overall light and glare that will be generated in the vicinity by other residential development. Another related issue is how light and glare generated by the nearby CCWD facilities will affect the proposed project. To evaluate this issue, LSA prepared the report entitled, "Light Glare Impact Study," in April 2001 (Appendix E). According to the study, the proposed project will be affected by surrounding street lighting and building-mounted lighting located at the CCWD facilities. The level of impact, however, is not considered significant. The proposed project is located a great distance from these neighboring soumes and will be screened by perimeter fencing. LSA concludes that the light and glare affecting the proposed project would be less than one foot-candle. MITIGATION MEASURES None required. 14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposah a) Disturb paleontological rasources? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) b) Disturb archaeological resources? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) c) Affect historical or cultural resoumes? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 18 Significant Significant PotentiallYlrnpo~ Impact Le~ Impact Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potentially Unless Thon d) Have the potential to cause a physical change () () () (x) which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) the potential impact area? Comments: a - e) According to the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and EIR, no cultural resources are known to exist within the project site. Furthermore, development of the surrounding areas also reduced the likelihood of uncovering cultural resources within the project site; however, grading of the site could potentially expose or unearth historic cultural resources. In the event that any such resources are discovered, the contractor shall halt work and then contact the owner of the site and the San Bernardino County Museum for the proper recovery, removal, and documentation of the discovered resource. MITIGATION MEASURE Though the project will not affect any known cultural resource and, therefore, mitigation measures are not required, the following measure is recommended to ensure potential impacts to unknown resources do not result: 1) Should any cultural resources be uncovered during grading operations, work shall be halted and a cultural resources consultant shall be retained to assess the value of the uncovered resource. The cultural resources consultant shall recommend the proper method for protecting the value of said resource. In addition, the property owner and the San Bernardino County Museum shall be contacted for the proper recovery, removal, and documentation of the discovered resource. 15, RECREATION. Would the proposal: a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or () () (x) () regional parks or other recreational facilities? b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) Comments..' a) The Etiwanda North Specific Plan indicates that recreational facilities are planned to incorporate within the predominately residential character of the plan. These facilities will be constructed as opportunities to combine park development with other authorized projects as funding becomes available from parkland dedication/fees and beautification programs. The applicant shall also pay applicable park fees. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 19 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Unle~ b) There are no existing recreational facilities in the immediate area that would be significantly affected by the proposed project. MITIGATION MEASURES None required. 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Potential to degrade: Does the project have the ( ) ( ) ( ) (x) potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? b) Short term: Does the project have the potential ( ) (x) ( ) ( to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time. Long-term impacts will endure well into the future.) c) Cumulative: Does the project have impacts that ( ) ( ) (x) ( are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) d) Substantial adverse: Does the project have () () (x) ( environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? Comments: a) Based on evaluations and discussions contained in the Initial Study, while the proposed project may have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, a number of Standard Conditions of Approval and mitigation measures are recommended to reduce any potential adverse impact to a level of insignificance. Initial Study for City of Rancho Cucamonga GPA01-01A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 20 Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Potent~ly Unless Thon The project will not significantly affect the environment with compliance of mitigation measures and Conditions of Approval. b) The project site is approximately 11.5 acres in size; grading will entail establishing proper drainage and residential building pads suitable for future single-family development. Although the shod-term construction activities may result in dust and noise, which may be noticeable to existing residents in the immediate area, significant impacts are avoided through implementation of erosion control and dust suppression measures. The Initial Study identifies potential shod-term impacts to air quality and noise. However, the impacts will cease once construction activities are completed. Implementation of those mitigation measures presented in this Initial Study will reduce short-term impacts to less than significant levels. c) The proposed project does not have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable. The site is within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan area, which permits residential density in the range of 2-4 dwelling units per acre adjacent to this site. The Initial Study does not identify any impacts that could not be mitigated through the City's Standard Conditions of Approval or those mitigation measures contained in the Initial Study. Cumulative effects of residential development in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan Area were evaluated in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan EIR. Appropriate analysis and mitigation measures were developed prior to the implementation of the Specific Plan. No additional mitigation measures beyond those presented in the Specific Plan and this Initial Study are required. d) The proposed development on 11.5 acres would not cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. Development of 30 single- family residences would not cause substantial adverse effects on humans, either directly or indirectly. The Initial Study does not identify any impact that cannot be mitigated to an insignificant level. EARLIER ANALYSES Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration per Section 15063(c)(3)(D). The effects identified above for this project were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in the following earlier document(s) pursuant to applicable legal standards, and such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. The following earlier analyses were utilized in completing this Initial Study and are available for review in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Planning Division offices, 10500 Civic Center Drive (check all that apply): (x) General Plan EIR (Certified April 6, 1981) Initial S~Jdy for City of Rancho Cucamong~ G PA01-01 A, ENSP01-01, TT16100 Page 21 (x) Master Environmental Assessment for the 1989 General Plan Update ($CH #88020115, certified January 4, 1989) (x) Etiwanda North Specific Plan EIR (SCH #89012314, certified April 1, 1992) (x) Other:. Appendix A: 'Site Photo and Tree Existence Exhibit', prepared by Madole and Associates in January 2001. Appendix B: Leffer from Cucamonga County Water District, dated April 26, 2001. Appendix C: "Biological Surveys for the University Planned Development and Adjacent Parcels", prepared by Harmswor[fl Associates in July 1999. Appendix D: =Noise Impact Analysis", prepared by LSA in January 2001. Appendix E; 'Light Glare Impact Study', prepared by LSA in January 2001. APPUCANT CERTIFICATION I cert~ that I am the applicant for the project described in this Initial Study_ I acknowledge that I have read this Initial Study and the proposed mitigation measures. Further, I have revised the project plans or proposals and/or hereby agree to the proposed mitigation measures to avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant environmental effects would occur. ~.~ /-,, ., City of Rancho Cucamonga NEGATIVE DECLARATION The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code. Project File No.: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01, and Tentative Tract 16100 Public Review Period Closes: July 18, 2001 Project Name: Project Applicant: Etiwanda School District Project Location (also see attached map): Located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue - APN: Portion of 225-07-67. Project Description: A request to change the land use designation from Public Facilities-Park (General Plan) and Open Space (Etiwanda North Specific Plan) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres and to subdivide the acreage into 30 single-family lots. FINDING This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding: [] The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment. [] The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but: (1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this proposed Negative Declaration was released for public review would avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and (2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a significant effect on the environment. If adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required. Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all related documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division at 10500 Civic Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax (909) 477-2847. NOTICE The public is invited to comment on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period. July 18, 2001 Date of Determination Adopted By J. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01A- ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT - A request to change the land use designation from Public ~ Facilities-Park to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue - APN: Portion of 225-07-67. Related file: Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 and Tentative Tract 16100. K. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRCENSPA01-01 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT - A request to change the land use designation from Open Space to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 11.5 acres located east of the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue-APN: Portion of 225-07-67. Related file: General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01B and Tentative Tract 16100. Alan Warren, Associate Planner, presented the staff report, and indicated that a letter had been received from the State of California Department of Fish and Game raising concams about sensitive habitat. He reported the school distdct processed an environmental determination prior to acquiring the property and those studies were included in the City's analysis. He said that following initial environmental clearance of the property, the school distdct prepared the property for development of the school, including grading of the site, prior to determining that this 11.5 acres is surplus land not needed for the school. He indicated he informed the Department of Fish and Game by telephone that the City feels it is a moot point because if there had been a viable habitat not found dudng their initial study, it is not there now because of the grading. He said staff does not feel it appropriate to impose mitigation measures of 2:1 or 3:1 replacement land for habitat. Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing. Joseph Oleson, Development Consultant, 79-160 Citrus Street, La Quinta, reiterated that the odginal 34-acre site went through an environmental process with the school distdct as the lead agency at the time it was acquired from Southern California Edison as a proposed middle school site. He reported there was a subsequent environmental clearance for the development of the site and there were no comments at that time. He said he was surprised by the Department of Fish and Game's letter as there had been two separate occasions in the past and there were no comments at those times. He indicated that part of the environmental documentation on the project was a biological and habitat review and clearing was done within the time frame associated with that study and review. He concurred with the staff report and indicated the school distdct is looking forward to approval of the project so that it can sell the project to help their financing goals for schools in the area. Leeona Klippstein, Director, Spidt of the Sage Council, 30 North Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, said Spirit of the Sage Council is a non-profit conservation group. She stated she was giving a 60-day notice of intent to sue for violations of the Federal Endangered Species ACt to the City of Rancho Cucamonga for issuing grading permits and to the school distdct for grading habitat that is designated as cdtical habitat under the Federal Endangered Species Act for the California gnatcatcher. She said the City should not be rewarding the applicant for destruction of habitat. She felt there was no explanation for eady grading when it has been well known within the City and published in many reports and the Federal Register that this is chtical habitat. She stated at the time that the University project was proposed, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service submitted records that indicated the California gnatcatcher was found in surveys in the easements of the Southern California Edison corridor. She recommended that the Planning Commission deny the application and work with the federal agencies to ensure that the City and the applicant mitigate at the required 5:1 ratio for replacement of Coastal Sage Scrub habitat. She stated Fish and Wildlife Service already submitted to the County of San Bemardino for its Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) that any loss of habitat within the proposed MSHCP area be replaced at a 5:1 ratio. She said that other development proposed within the City has been designated as a 5:1 habitat replacement ratio. She commented the replacement ratio has increased since Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission Minutes -8- June 13, 2001 approved the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and this project was submitted because the City and other cities and the County have continued to allow the destruction of Coastal Sage Scrub and Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub (RAFSS). She said the ratio has increased because of the cumulative losses over time. She stated the Spidt of the Sage Council objects to destruction and replacement because Sage Scrub is a globally imperiled ecosystem more endangered than the tropical rain forest and the forests of the Pacific northwest. She felt it was appalling that a school distdct would teach children about the dangers of the destruction of the rainforest but would itself destroy an imperiled ecosystem. She indicated the City would be getting a follow up letter form legal counsel. Kate Kramer, State of California Department of Fish and Game, P. O. Box 1217, Redlands, stated she was not personally acquainted with this project and asked how close it is to the North Etiwanda Preserve area. Brad Buller, City Planner, thought it to be about % mile away. Ms. Kramer stated that is the last Alluvial Fan left in Southern California and she said the Department is very concerned about the habitat in the area. She asked if the School District submitted the environmental review through the State Clearinghouse. Mr. Oleson stated the environmental documentation on the processing was included in the files the City has. He said all the notices were mailed out under the statute. John Golden, Superintendent, Etiwanda School District, P. O. Box 248, Rancho Cucamonga, stated the district faces a huge responsibility in educating the youth in this growing area. He said that in the last three years, the student population has grown in excess of 1,000 students per year, which is a tremendous growth considering the distdct is now only 8,500 students. He stated they have been very aggressive with the development community and in their application to the State Department of School Construction to fund schools. He said they have built four schools and continue to grow rapidly. He pointed out that this site has approved development to the west and existing housing directly to the east. He said they will need the school site in the very near future and he asked the Commission to recommend approval of the project. Hearing no further testimony, Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing. Motion: Moved by Mannerino, seconded by Stewart, to recommend approval of General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 by adoption of the resolutions and recommend adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts and that those items be forwarded to the City Council for approval. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: NONE ABSENT: MAClAS - carried The Planning Commission recessed from 8:22 to 8:32 p.m. L. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT SUBq-1'16193- EMPIRE HOMES II, LLC - A request to subdivide 26.6 acres of land into 42 lots for the purpose of constructing 41 single-family homes in the Very Low Residential District (1-2 dwelling units per acre) and reserving one lot for the expansion of a water storage facility, located on the south side of Hillside Road between Hermosa and Mayberry Avenues - APN: 1074-251-01, 02, 03, and 08 Planning Commission Minutes -9- June 13, 2001 DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME Eaatem $lan'.. Inland ~ Regl~ 4775 Bird Farm Road Chino Hill~, Cellforrda 91709 (eoe) June 6, 2001 Salvador ~tal=~,=r, AICP, Associate Planner Ran~ Cucamonge Civt= Center Plsnning Div~ion ~ 0500 Civio O..,m~r Drive R~ncho Cuc~mon~a, CA 9~730 Phone: (909) 477-2750 Fax: (909) 477-2847 Ra: Inltbd Study (18) I Mlligeted NogatJve DecMmlion (lIND) General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-0tA I EtManda North Spa~ Plan Amendment DRCENSPA014)t I Tentative Tract 16100 (Path'on of APN 226-07-67) Dear Mr. 'The California Department of Fish and Oame (Department) appreoiates this oppaftunlty to oomment on the I8/MND for the above-referenced project with regards to impacts to biological resources.. The propoaed project la the change in land uae designation from Pubilo Feailitiea,-Padc and Open Spaoe to Low Rasidential Den~*y for an approximately 11.5 m;:re ~ite, and the development of 30 ainole.4~mily lobs. The propoa~cl project ~dte is located in the City of Rancho Cuoamong~, ~an Bemerdlno County, Califomis. The proposed site is ~outh of the proposed Rancho Efiwamda Estates Planned Development, elam of the futom extension of Day Cre~k Boulevard. west of an existing ror, ervelr site, end ~ of e future intermediate school site end Unlvemlty Planned Development. The Department is responding as e Trustee Agenoy for fish and wildlife resources [Fiah and Game Code sections 711,7 and 1802 and the California Environmental Ouality Act Guidelinse (CEOA) tmctton 16386] and es a Rseponeible Agency regarding any disorationan/ac'done (CEOA Guidelines section 153el). The Department has concerns over the adequaoy of the 18AvlND with regards to the ltrmlysie of impacts to biological resoumes. Spacifionlly, the 16/MND states that implamentstion of the prc~ project will result in no tmpec~ to biological resources and thus no mitigation meesure~ are provided. Based on the results of biological surveys conduc'ted in the vicinity of the project site, the Department batievse that the proposed project may result in significant impacts to biological meourcae. The Department's concerns and reoommendetions ere described in detail below. Based on the ~ologicai survey repor~ provided in Appendix C of the ISAVlND, the fogowin0 aermitive ~pactse and habitats have been found to ocour on the site: Alluvial Fan Sage SGmb (AFSS), Cooper'~t hawk (Acc/p/Mr cooper/), Ioggen~eed shrike (Lanlu~ ludovicianus), sage ~oermw (Amphispiza rufoua4~wned sparrow (A~nop/.7. rufioep~), San Diego pocket mouse (Chse~d/pus f~/ex fa//ax), Los Angeles pocket mouse (Pemgnathus/onghnembr/a brev/nasus), 8am DhiDo desert wondrat (Neotoma lap/de ~/a), San Diego biack-tailed jackrabbit (~.epu$ ~:g[fom/cus benneW/), and coastal wacom whiptm'l (Cnemidopl~oms ~r/~). Addilionalty, the plummer'a madposa, lily (Cak~chodua ,o/ummeme; P~ ~E MND - GPA0t-0'/A I ENSP01.01 1 T1'1S100 Porlfon of APN ~2S.~7,47 C:alifomla Native Plant Society Liar lB) is known tO be widespread W~n the prolCX~d Rancho Etiwancfli Esteto~ site to the nodh and was observed to the south within the University Planned Development area in 1~7. Ba~lonthepmximity ofthese sightings and on the pmsanco ofappmla;a~ habliat, Plummets madpoaa lily ia expec~d to oocur on the pmposacl project site. Although not currentty la.ted aa threatened or endangered, U~e above apecie, am conaidered rate and may become listed in the future. Impacts to ram species, regardless of listing statue, may be considered significant under CEQA. In addition, the Deparlment ~onaiders impact, to AF58 habitat (State rank 81.1, 'vellf lhreatenea' ) as significant. The proposed projec~ site occu~ wil~ln designated critical habitat for the federally listed threatened coastal California guateatcher (Po//opt/Ta oa//fomA~a ca/~brn/ca), indicating that this area ia esaentJal for the recovery of this species. Basad on sightings of this .pecies in 1999 on the adjacent proposed Raneho Etivvanda Estates ~ (refor to Appendix B, I::)~=~IR, Rancho Ettwanda Estates), the AFB8 habitat on the kite is considered o~-'Lipled by the California gnatcatcher. Impacts to the Califom~ gnatcatehor and critical habitat Will require a consultation with the U.8. Fish ,=nd W'~dtife 8ervica (USFWS) pursuant to the federal Endangere(! Species Act (FESA). The propc~ed projac~ site was included in the boundaries of the North Ethvanda Open Space and Habi~t Program (NEOSHPP) area which was adopted In 1894 by San Bemardino County, The NEOSHPP ,=re,= ~h'nprbe$ 7,24:3 acres along the bese of U~e 8an ~ Mountein8, The puq~oee of NEOSPP ia to Idont~ existing open spaca lanc~ having Koeoial resource value ancI to encourage property owners to uae variou~ mechanisms that promote the presarv-tion of thesa lands. Open speoe a~ containing sansltive ,aJ=S$ habitat, much aa the proposed proje~ site. am rapidly de~roatdng throughout the Inland Empire, resulting in fewer areag for wilo~ife apeck~ dependent on AF68 habit to I~1 a~ forage. Baesd on the num~' of ~o,~e. obsorve~ on or within the vioinily of the Ixole~t ~lte, Including bear, deer, quali, coyote, hawka, and ,~valiowa, this ama san,es aa an important wildlife refuge adjacent to the 6an GaI~e! MountaIns. The pmposod project ia requesting a change in land uso designation from Open Space to Low Residential, w~i~h conflicta with the geal~ of NEOSHPP and in the loss of an Imporlant ~ apace ama. The Department recommencla that an anelym of impact, to NEOaHPP and lose of open ep'=ca be provided In the The ten species and one habitat type dlacus~d above '=re oonsidered rare as defined in sac~on 1~380 oft~ CEOA Guidelines and ehould have been Inctuded in the anaty~ of Impa~ to biological re~t~rc~t. The Depa,'tment re~ommencia that the biological I~,ouro~ saotion of Ihe IS/MND be reviesd and the mx~umsnt m.citculatecl for subsequent review. Impacts to the above4nantioned species and habitat, are conaklared significant under CEOA and wili require aplarop~te avoiclanoe, minimization. and/or compensation to reduce iml~c~ fo ~ than aigntflcant. The Depedment recommenda that the Lead Agency incorpomie the mliJgetion meaaum, below to reduce impacta to son.lttve bloingleal resourosa to ~ than signireant. 1) To oompenaate for unavoklabia impaets to AFB8 and aaao~ted .en~itive q~c~aa, presanm In-kincl habliat at a minimum 2:1 replacement-to*impact mtso at a Department approved Incation. The mltigeti0n area should contain the eame or similar abund~nca of son~i'dve e~ecies that Mil 'be impacted by the propesod project. 2) Impaet~ to deaign~lcl critical habitat occupied by th'= ~ California gnatcetoher ~ld be avoided. The USFW8 should be contac~d to delemline approt~'fllte avok~noe, minimization, mrdgation mea~uma. The Department recommencla mitigation at a 3:1 ratio for unevoldal~e irnpa~t~ to California gnatcatGher. 37/ Page 3. MND- GpA01-OIA I ENSP01-01 1T1'16100 Portion of APN Many bin~ s,~ecisa may utilize the site for ~over, nesting, and/or foraging. All migmtmy bi~d species a re protected by international treaty under the FademJ I~gratery Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) Of 1818 (50 CFR Section t 0.13). Sections 3503, 3503.5, and 3513 Of the California Deparlment Of Fish and Game ~ prohibit take Of all birds and their active nests, incJuding mptem, and other migratory non-game birds (as listed und~ the Federal MBTA), TO avoid impa~ting breeding birds, the following measure should be Incaqx)rated by the Lead Agency into the I$/MND as mit~: Proposed proje~ ac~ivltlas (including disturbances to vegetation throughout the entire proposed project site) should take place outside of the breeding bird ~aason (Mamh 1 - August 31 ) to avoid take (including distud~anca$ which would cause abando~mant of active nests containing eggs and/or young). If project activitias cannot avoid ltte breeding bird season, surreys of the aite by a qualified biologist shall be ~onducted to I~cate any ac~se nests. All actlve nests shall be avoided and should be provided with a minimum buffer of 300 fe~ (the Depadmant reemltmand~ a minimum 500 foot for all raptor nests). Thank you for this Ol~Ollunity to comment. Questions regarding this letter and further coordination on these ~ should be directed to Yvonne C. Moore, Environmental Specialist III, at (909) 506-2413. Sincerely, Environmental Specialist IV Habital Consenrotion. West Region 6 ~c: Jeff Newman, USFW8, Ca~lsbed T H E C I T Y 0 F RANCHO C UCAMONGA Memorandum DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council FROM: Debra Adams, City Clerk SUBJECT: Map Exhibits to Land Use Resolutions/Ordinances Several map exhibits were inadvertently omitted from your meeting packets for two of the land use applications (Items F.2 & F.3). Attached are copies of these maps for you to include as the exhibit to each of the following resolutions/ordinances: Burnett Companies Application GPA 01-01B attach to Resolution 01-176 DDA 01-01 attach to Ordinance 663 SUBAREA 19 attach to Ordinance 664 Etiwanda School District Application GPA 01-01A attach to Resolution 01-177 ENSPA 01-01 attach to Ordinance 665 GPA 01-01B Proposed General Plan Amendment : :::::::::::::::::::::::::: ~ ~ General Plan Land Use -- ~ LOW ~ LOW MEDIUM ~ T~.~ w,~.~h~.i,~ ~.~,.~o. ~ MEDIUM HIGH ' _-~ ~ ~~ --..--..-......---.I_ ~ MEDIUM ~ MIXED USE ~ OFFICE ~ COMMERCIAL ~ COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ~ REGIONAL COMMERCIAL ~i~::,~'~ i~:~iiil ~ GENF-RN. INDUSTRIAL ~:ii~:~;=~:=: ;~ INDUSTRIAL PARK =~=~ .~:;~i:~:, ~ CMC I COMMUNFFY .~=~,:.~ ~>~::::~, ~ FLOOD CONTROL I UTILITY CORRIDOR m ~ DDA 01-01B Proposed Development District ~ Amemdment ~ ::::"::'::::::":t General Plan Land Use ~ LOW MEDIUM ~l ~ MEDIUM HIGH ~ ~'~"'~ ~ ~'~' ' l ~ MEDIUM ~ . ~ MIXED USE :. ~ COMMERCIAL OFFICE [===~ GENERAL COMMERCIAL ~ COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ~ ~:~.~:~ ........ [~ REGIONAL COMMERCIAL ~ INDUSTRIAL PARK ~ ',~ ~ GENERAL INDUSTRIAL ~ FLOOD CONTROL Haven Overlay ~ District Boundary SUBAREA 19 Established July 2001 ' C~3R~ _TK)~I_ ~ , TRAILS/ROUTES 0 400,' 800' 1600' Exhibit "A" .- GPA 01-01A Proposed General Plan Amendment ~]~_~' City Boundary Very Low Res. ~,~ Low Res. ~ O~n Spa~ ~ Public Facili~e~Parl ~ ~ili~ Condor no scale < 24th St. ~ ENSPA 01-01 Proposed Land Use Amendment City Boundary Very Low Res. (VL) Low Res. (L) open space (os) Utility Corridor (UC) N no scale < 24th St. THE CITY OF I~A N C i~ 0 CIICA~IONGA Memorandum DATE: July 12, 2001 TO: MaY'e'r and Members of the City Council ,~,,J~k Lam, AICP, City Manager FR~I?~' )Brad Bailer, City Planner S~'B~ECT: RESPONSE TO COMMENTS REGARDING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT / DRCGPA 01-01A - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT The attached letter is staff's response to the written comments from California Department of Fish and Game, dated June 6, 2001, regarding the subject project. These letters, along with staff's written response to the issues raised by the agency, will be added to the application files as part of the public record. This item is on the July 18, 2001, City Council meeting agenda. BB:ma · ~. T H E C I T Y 0 F 12AN C H0 C UCAM 0 N GA. July 11, 2001 Leslie MacNair, Environmental Specialist IV California Department of Fish and Game 4775 Bird Farm Road Chino, CA 91709 RE: MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR DRCGPA01-01A - DRCENSPA01-01 - '1-r16100 Dear Ms. MacNair: This letter is in response to your letter dated June 6, 2001, regarding the above-referenced items. The General Plan and Specific Plan amendments will be reviewed by the City Council pdor to any City action on the proposed residential tract application. The site, while near Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub, does not show any significant evidence of that habitat. The site is owned by the Etiwanda School District which processed its own environmental assessment concerning the future use of the land for school development, and initiated and concluded the site's cleadng before it was annexed into the City in late 2000. Therefore, your recommendations for an "in-kind habitat preservation at a 2:1 replacement-to-impact ratio, and a 3:1 gnatcatcher ratio," does not seem appropriate for this project given the fact that the site is free and clear of habitat due to previous grubbing operations while the site was under County jurisdiction. Please.contact me if you have any further questions at (909) 477-2750, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sincerely, SS:AW/jc Mayor William J. Alexander ~f~.~..~ Councilmember Paul Blane Mayor Pro-Tern Diane Williams ~ Councllmemb~r Bob Dutton Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager Councllmember Grace Curatalo 10500 Civic Center Ddve * P. O. Box 807 * Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 * (909) 477-2700 * FAX (909) 477-2849 www.cl.rancho-cucamonga .ca .us ~ ~ · ~P~ME~ OF FI~ ~ ~ 4~5 Bi~ Fa~ R~ ~1~ ~1~, ~1~ g17~ dune ~, 2001 Salvador 8a;=.=r, AICP, Ammc~te Planner Rancho Cu~amonga Civlo Center Pbmning Div~lon 10500 Civk: Center Drive Rancho Cucamonge, CA 91730 Phone: (909) 477-2750 Fmc. (909) 477-2847 Initial 8tlJCly (IS) I Mltig~ted Neg,llive Oegl~ralJon (MND) General Plnn Amendment DRCGPA01,.01A I Etfwanda North Speclflg Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01.01 1 Tentative Tract 16100 (Portkm ofAPN 22~-~7-1S7) De,,r Mr. Saleza~. The California Department of Fish and Game (Departme% appredate$ ~ opportunity to comment on the IS/MND for the above-referenced project with re~srda to impacts to biological resources.. The proposed pm~ct is the change in lend use deai~rm~on from Pub~lo Fa~litise-Pa~k and Open 8pace to Low Residential Densiiy far an approximately 11.5 acre site, and the development of 30 single4'amily lots. The proposed projact'eite is lace;ed in the City of Ran~o Cur. amonga, 8an Bemerdino County, California. The pmpose~ s~e is south of the proposed Ranch= Et;wands Estate~ Planned Development, east of the future extensin, of Day Creek Boulevard, west of an existing reservoir site, and no~h of s future intermediate school aU and University Planned Development The Department is responding ,,s a Tm~e AgonW for fish end wildlife resources (F*,,h and Game Code sec(~no, 711,7 and 1802 and the Cmifomi; Environmental Quality Act Guidelines (CEQA) section 15386] and as a Responsible Agoncy regarding any di~;oretionery .ct~onl (CEQ~ Guidelines se=tlon 1~,.~1), The Department has conceml over the aclequeoy of the IS~IND with regards to the an~b of Jmpaots to biologics! resources. Specificmlly, the IS/MND states ~ implementation of ~ proposed project will result in no Impac~ to blologloal rasourcse and thus no mitigalton meseurse am provided. Based on the reau~ of biological surveys ~ondu¢.~Cl In the vginily of the projecl ~lte, the Depm'lment believes that the proposed project may result in atgnific~rd impnct~ to biologicml reeouroe~. The Depa~nent'. concem~ and reoommendation~ ere de~dbed in detail below. 8~sed on the blologicai survey mpo~ provided in Appendix C of ~e I$/MND, ~e following sermitive spa~;ies and hebitel~ have been found to ac=ur on the site: Alluvinl Fan $nge $crub (AF$8), Coopers hawk (Acc/plier cooped), logger'need ~hrtke (Lan/c~ ludovicianu$), sa~e spim~w (Am~ispiza hal/lO, ndou~ sparrow (Ah'napes rur~eps), ;an Diego pocket mou~e (C~e~u~ fs~x feA~, Las Angeles pocket mouse (Pero~athua to~nembr/~ brev/nasue), 8an Diego demur woodrat (Neoton'm /ap/da/rdenned~), Gan Diego black.,lailod jackrabbit (Lepus oal/fom~cus bennetUi), and coastal w~tem wltipt~ (Cnemidopho~us ~ig~s). Addiliorm~, the Plummer'~ marip~m, lily (Ca/ocho~s p/ummeme; E?4/-(/& n"' MND - GPA014)1A I ENSP014)t 171't 8100 Por0on of APN 2~-07~1 Caflfomla Native Plant Society Li~ lB) I, known to be widespread within the proposed Rand~o Etiwenda Estates Site to the north and was obMtvnd to the south within the Univemity Phinned Development area in 1997. Based on the proximity of these sightings and on the pmaence of appropriate habitat, Piumm~e maripoaa lily hi expected to occur on the proposed project site. AJthoUgh not cummtly Ilatecl ~ threatened orendanoemd, the above ~secias ere considered ram end may beOOme listed In bhe futura. Impmcte to mm species, regardless of listing status, may be cor~ldered signHicant under CEO, A. In addition, the Deparb-~ent considers impacts to AF$8 habitat (State rank 81.1. 'very b'lreatoned' ) aa MOfliflcen~. The proposed proJeot site occurs within cl~lgnated critical habitat for the federally listed threi,~qe¢l coastal California gnatostcher (Po//opMa ~=m/oa ~alA'om/ca). indicting that this area ia essential for the re~overy of this species. Based on sight.s of thi~ epecies In 109~ on the adjacent proposed Rancho Etiwanda Eatate~ site (refo~to Appendix B, I::~EIR, Rancho Etiwanda Estates), the AFB8 ~ oft the e~te ls considered oocupled by the California gm,catcher. Impacts to the California gnetcateMr end cnlicel habitat will require a o~nsultation.with.the U.8. Fish and W'ddfife Service (USFWS)pumuant to the The propceed pm.lact si~ wee nctuded in the boundartaa of the North Etiwanda Open Space end HM~t~t Pn:~mm (NEO~HPP) are~ which waa edoptod in 1994 by $~n Ben~rdino CoUMy. The NEOSHPP are~ c~pri~$ 7,243 acre~ alon~ tha be~*of ihs 8~n C-mbdel Mount~km. The purpmm o'f HEOSPP Is to Identify ex;~-~g open ~4~ace land~ havin~ ~oeclal m~ource value and to ancouml~ property ownem to use vadou~ mechanimme that promote the preservation of the~e landg. Open ~ace emaa centalning .sensitive AF'S~ habitat, such aa the propoaed .project ere, .are rapidly deereet, ingl ~hmughout the InLand Empire, reeulttng in fewer areas for wild/Ifa ~ectea dependent (m AF$8 hew to breed and forage. Ba~ecl on ~he nurr~)M M apecte~ Qbeerved on (x wilhin the viGinily of the proJeat ~, including bear, deer, quail, coyote, haw~, and ewaJIowa, thb ama se~ve~ aa an imlx~rtant wgciflfe refuge adjacent to the San G-brieJ Mountains. The proposed pmjact b mquesUng a dlange In keld uae designation from Open 8pace to Low Rasiden~l, whiGh Gonflicte.with the goals of NEOSHPP and Jn the k)~e of an important open ~ ama. The Departrnent re(x)mmend~ that an anMytla of to NEOSHPP ~md Ioa$ of' o~en apace be provided in the ~. The ten species and one habitat type di~cuseed above are Gon~idered rare aa defined in section 1~180 of the CEe)), Guidelines and dmuJcl have been included in the analyala of in~ to reaoumaa. The Depar'ment recemmanck that the bioto~eat re~urcea section and the document re-circulated for subsequent review. Impac~ to the abeve-me~oned spem end habltat~ are cons~lemd significant under CEQA and will require approp~ato ~otdanne, minimization, and/or compensation to redu~ irni~cls to Jese ~ e/~nlf~ ~ Depadment recon, mmnd~ that Ihs Lead Agency incorporate the midgatian meaaums below to reduce impacts to sensitive btotoglgel resoumaa to ~ than slgniflcent. 1) To compensate for unavoidable impels to AF'~8 and ae~octated sensitive ~edee, preserve In-kind habltat at a minfmum 2:1 replacement4odmpact ratio at a Department approved location, The mrdgation area should contain the ~ or similar abundance of sensitive spede~ thM 1~1 'be Impacted by the proposed 2) Impaq'ts to deelgnated critical hah/tat occupied by Ne Ht~ed California gnatceteher should be avoided. The USFW8 should be contacted to determine appropriate m~oidanoe, mininlizatton, mitigation measures. 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En~m~ S~al~t N H~ ~~ - W~ R~ 6 Jeff Newnmn, USFW8, Carlsbad RESOLUTION NO. ~/'" //7 7 a RESOLUTION Of THE CITY COUNCIL Of THE CITY Of RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRCGPA01-01A, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP FROM PUBLIC FACILITIES-PARK TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) FOR APPROXIMATELY 11.5 ACRES LOCATED AT THE FUTURE EXTENSION OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD, APPROXIMATELY 1.3 MILES NORTH OF HIGHLAND AVENUE. APN: PORTION OF 225-07-67, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. 1. The Etiwanda School District filed an application for General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject General Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and issued Resolution No. 01-60, recommending to the City Council that General Plan Amendment 01-01A be approved. 3. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the application 4. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing on July 18, 2001, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately 11.5 acres of land, with an irregular configuration, located at the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue. Said property is currently designated as Public Facilities-Park and is vacant; and b. The property to the north of the subject site is designated Public Facilities-Flood Control/Utility Corridor and is developed as an electrical transmission corridor. The property to the west is designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and is vacant. The properties to the east and south are designated Public Facilities-Park and are developed with a water storage facility and Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre), and are partially developed with single-family projects; and CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. DRCGPA01-01A - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT July 18, 2001 Page 2 c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area as evidenced by its size exceeding minimum size requirements for the land use designation, and the evidence of similar uses existing in the immediate area; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the existing single-family development activities in the immediate area; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan, which contains provisions for Low Residential land use designations. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and recommends adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Monitoring Program, attached hereto and incorporated herein bythis reference, based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project, which are listed below. Miti.qated Measures Water 1) The project shall comply with the California Regional Water Quality Control Board's requirements relating to the National Pollutant CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. DRCGPA01-01A- ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT July 18, 2001 Page 3 Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and applicable Best Management Practices. 2) The project's drainage improvements shall be designed in accordance with City regulations and standards. Air Quality 1 ) Throughout grading and construction activities, the project centractor shall implement the following: a) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~0 emissions, in accerdance with SCAQMD Rule 403. b) Perimeter streets shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM~0 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing mayvary depending upon time of year of construction. c) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~o emissions from the site dudng such episodes. d) Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PMlo emissions. e) Select the censtruction equipment used on-site based on Iow- emission factors and high-energy efficiency and ensures the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. f) Utilize electric or clean altemative fuel-powered equipment where feasible. g) Ensure that construction-grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. h) The wheels of vehicles leaving the construction site shall be washed. Noise 1) Dudng project site excavation and grading, the contractor shall implement the following: CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. DRCGPA01-01A - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT July 18, 2001 Page 4 a) Equip all construction equipment, fixed or mobile, with propedy operating and maintained mufflers consistent with manufacturers' standards. b) Place all stationary construction equipment so that emitted noise is directed away from sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site. c) Locate equipment staging in areas that will create the greatest distance between construction related noise sources and noise sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site during all project construction. d) Limit all construction related activities that would result in high noise levels between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, unless such construction activities do not result in noise levels exceeding 45 dBA at residences to the southeast of the site. No construction shall be allowed on Sundays and public holidays. c. Pursuant to the previsions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the City Council during the public hearing, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1,2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby approves General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A to establish a Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) designation for the site identified in this Resolution and as shown in Exhibit "A" of this Resolution. 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF JULY 2001. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA City of Rancho Cucamonga MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM Project File No.: General Plan Amendment 01-01A; Etiwanda NoAh Specific Plan Amendment 01-01; Tentative Tract 16100 This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code). Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements: 1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and the procedure necessary to ensure compliance. The mitigation measure conditions of approval are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project. 2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. 3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon recommendations by those responsible for the program. Program Management - The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department. Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. 1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant. 2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached hereto. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address: City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM GPA 01-01A, ENSPA01-01, & TT16100 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT Page 2 3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staff's is needed, as determined by the project planner or responsible City department, to monitor specific mitigation activities and provide appropriate wdtten approvals to the project planner. 4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each measure is vedfied for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of development. 5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP Reporting Form. 6. Unanticipated circumstances may adse requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation measures. The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions. An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel. 7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after wdtten notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented. 8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department. The Department shall require the applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee) with the City. These funds shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measure for the required pedod of time. 9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director prior to the issuance of building permits. MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III) Project File No.: GPA 01-01 A; ENSPA 01-01; TT 16100 Applicant: Etiwanda School District Initial Study Prepared by: Duane Morita Date: May 15, 2001 1. The project shall comply with the California CP/CE C Prior to C 2 Regional Water Quality Control Board's issuance of requirements relating to the National Pollutant grading permit Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and applicable Best Management Practices. 2. The project's drainage improvements shall be CE B C 2 designed in accordance with City regulations Prior to issuance of and standards, grading permit Air Quality 1. Throughout grading and construction activities, the project contractor shall implement the CP C A 4 following: As Necessary · The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~0 emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. · Perimeter streets shall be swept according to .a schedule established by the City to reduce PM~0 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. · Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~o emissions from the site during such episodes. · Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PMlo emissions. · Select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow-emission factors and high-energy efficiency and ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. · Utilize electric or clean alternative fuel- powered equipment where feasible. · Ensure that construction grading plans include a statement that work crews will CP C A 4 shut off equipment when not in use. As necessary · The wheels of vehicles leaving the construction site shall be washed. Noise 1. During project site excavation and grading, the contractor shall implement the following: · Equip all construction equipment, fixed or mobile, with properly operating and maintained mufflers consistent with manufacturers' standards. · Place all stationary construction equipment so that emitted noise is directed away from sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site. · Locate equipment staging in areas that will create the greatest distance between construction related noise sources and noise sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site during all project construction. · Limit all construction related activities that would result in high noise levels to between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, unless such construction activities do not result in noise levels exceeding 45 dBA at residences to the southeast of the site. No construction shall be allowed on Sundays and public holidays. Key to Checklist Abbreviations Re~pohsifble Pers0~~ ~Menitoring~Fre~uency . :Meth~ Of Ve~ific~tio~ Sah~i~nS / CDD - Community Development A - With Each New Development A - On-site Inspection 1 - Withhold Recordation of Final Map Director CP - City Planner or designee B - Prior To Construction B - Other Agency Permit / Approval 2 - Withhold Grading or Building Permit CE - City Engineer or designee C - Throughout Construction C - Plan Check 3 - Withhold Certificate of Occupancy BO - Building Official or designee D - On Completion D - Separate Submittal (Reports / Studies 4 - Stop Work Order / Plans) PO - Police Captain or designee E - Operating 5 - Retain Deposit or Bonds FC - Fire Chief or designee 6 - Revoke CUP AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRCENPSA01-01, TO AMEND THE ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN LAND USE MAP FROM OPEN SPACE TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) FOR APPROXIMATELY 11.5 ACRES LOCATED AT THE FUTURE EXTENSION OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD, APPROXIMATELY 1.3 MILES NORTH OF HIGHLAND AVENUE. APN: PORTION OF 225-07-67, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. .Recitals. 1. The Etiwanda School Distdct filed an application for Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 as described in the title of this Ordinance. Hereinafter in this Ordinance, the subject Etiwanda Specific Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On June 13, 2001, Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on an associated application and issued Resolution No. 01-60, recommending to the City Council that the associated General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A be approved. 3. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucemonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and issued Resolution No. 01-61, recommending to the City Council that the Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-01 be approved. 4. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the associated application and issued Resolution No. , approving the associated General Plan Amendment DRCGPA01-01A. 5. On July 16, 2001, the City Council Commission of the City of Rancho Cucemonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application. 6. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does hereby ordain as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Par[ A, of this Ordinance are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public hearing on July 18, 2001, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to approximately 11.5 acres of land, with an irregular configuration, located at the future extension of Day Creek Boulevard, approximately 1.3 miles north of Highland Avenue. Said property is currently designated as Open Space and is vacant; and CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCENSPA 01-01 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT July 18, 2001 Page 2 b. The properties to the north of the subject site are designated Utility Corridor within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and are developed as an electrical transmission corridor. The properties to the west are designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and are vacant. The properties to the east and are designated Utility Corridor within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and are developed with a water storage facility. The properties to the south are designated Open Space and Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and are vacant; and c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development in a manner consistent with the General Plan, the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, and with related development; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and e. This amendment would not be materially injurious or detrimental to the adjacent properties and would not have a significant impact on the environment nor the surrounding properties. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council during the above- referenced public headng and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. That the subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed district in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area as evidenced by its size exceeding minimum size requirements for the land use designation, and the evidence of similar uses existing in the immediate area; and b. That the proposed amendment would not have significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the existing single-family development activities in the immediate area; and c. That the proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan and Etiwanda North Specific Plan, both which contain provisions for Low Residential land use designations. 4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as follows: a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the independent judgment of the City Council; and, further, this Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative Declaration with regard to the application. b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies, certain significant environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCENSPA 01-01 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT July 18, 2001 Page 3 reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project, which are listed below. Mitiqated Measures WA TER 1) The project shall comply with the California Regional Water Quality Control Board's requirements relating to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and applicable Best Management Practices. 2) The project's drainage improvements shall be designed in accordance with City regulations and standards. AIR QUALITY 1 ) Throughout grading and construction activities, the project contractor shall implement the following: a) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~o emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. b) Perimeter streets shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PM~o emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. c) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM~o emissions from the site during such episodes. d) Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM~o emissions. e) Select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow- emission factors and high-energy efficiency and ensures the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. f) Utilize electric or clean alternative fuel-powered equipment where feasible. g)Ensure that construction-grading plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in use. h) The wheels of vehicles leaving the construction site shall be washed. CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE NO. DRCENSPA 01-01 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT July 18, 2001 Page 4 NOISE 1) During project site excavation and grading, the contractor shall implement the following: a) Equip all construction equipment, fixed or mobile, with properly operating and maintained mufflers consistent with manufacturers' standards. b) Place all stationar7 construction equipment so that emitted noise is directed away from sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site. c) Locate equipment staging in areas that will create the greatest distance between construction related noise sources and noise sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site dudng all project construction. d) Limit all construction related activities that would result in high noise levels between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, unless such construction activities do not result in noise levels exceeding 45 dBA at residences to the southeast of the site. No construction shall be allowed on Sundays and public holidays. c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, the City Council finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the City Council during the public hearing, the City Council hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-l-d) of Title 14 of the Califomia Code of Regulations. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1,2, 3, and 4 above, this Council hereby approves Etiwanda North Specific Amendment DRCENSPA01-01 to establish a Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units/acre) designation for the site identified in this Ordinance and shown in Exhibit "A" of this Ordinance. 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance. City of Rancho Cucamonga MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM Project File No.: General Plan Amendment 01-01A; Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-01; Tentative Tract 16100 This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are implemented (Section 21081.6 of the. Public Resources Code). Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements: 1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and the procedure necessary to ensure compliance. The mitigation measure conditions of approval are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project. 2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. 3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon recommendations by those responsible for the program. Program Management - The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department. Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. 1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant. 2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached hereto. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address: City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM GPA 01-01A, ENSPA01-01, & TT16100 - ETIWANDA SCHOOL DISTRICT Page 2 3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staff's is needed, as determined by the project planner or responsible City department, to monitor specific mitigation activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner. 4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each measure is vedfied for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of development. 5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP Reporting Form. 6. Unanticipated circumstances may adse requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation measures. The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions. An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel. 7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after wdtten notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented. 8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department. The Department shall require the applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee) with the City. These funds shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measure for the required pedod of time. 9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director pdor to the issuance of building permits. MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III) Project File No.: GPA 01-01A; ENSPA 01-01; 'l-r 16100 Applicant: Etlwanda School District Initial Study Prepared' by: Duane Morlta Date: May 15. 2001 1. The project shall comply with the California CP/CE C Prior to C 2 Regional Water Quality Control Board's issuance of requirements relating to the National Pollutant grading permit Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and applicable Best Management Practices. 2. The project's drainage improvements shall be CE B C 2 designed in accordance with City regulations Prior to and standards, issuance of grading permit Air Quality 1. Throughout grading and construction activities, the project contractor shall implement the CP C A 4 following: As Necessary · The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM~o emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403. · Perimeter streets shall be swept according to a schedule established by the City to reduce PMlo emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of construction. · Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PMlo emissions from the site during such episodes. · Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to reduce PM~o emissions. · Select the construction equipment used on-site based on Iow-emission factors and high-energy efficiency and ensure the construction grading plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. · Utilize electric or clean alternative fuel- powered equipment where feasible. · Ensure that construction grading plans include a statement that work crews will CP C A 4 shut off equipment when not in use. As necessary The wheels of vehicles leaving the construction site shall be washed. Noise 1. During project site excavation and grading, the contractor shall implement the following: · Equip all construction equipment, fixed or mobile, with properly operating and maintained mufflers consistent with manufacturers' standards. * Place all stationary construction equipment so that emitted noise is directed away from sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site. * Locate equipment staging in areas that will create the greatest distance between construction related noise soumes and noise sensitive receptors to the southeast of the site during all project construction. · Limit all construction related activities that would result in high noise levels to between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, unless such construction activities do not result in noise levels exceeding 45 dBA at residences to the southeast of the site. No construction shall be allowed on Sundays and public holidays. Key to Checklist Abbreviations CDD - Community Development A - With Each New Development A - On-site inspection 1 - Withhold Recordation of Final Map Director CP - City Planner or designee B - Prior To Construction B - Other Agency Permit / Approval 2 - Withhold Grading or Building Permit CE - City Engineer or designee C - Throughout Construction C - Plan Check 3 - Withhold Certificate of Occupancy BO - Building Official or designee D - On Completion D - Separate Submittal (Reports / Studies 4 - Stop Work Order / Plans) PO - Police Captain or designee E - Operating 5 - Retain Deposit or Bonds FC - Fire Chief or designee 6 - Revoke CUP THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Staff Report DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Salvador M. Salazar, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT: SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 01-01 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to recommend approval for a development agreement for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51,225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this projec{ is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Annexation 01-01, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02 and General Plan Amendment 01-01D. SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01D - A & J RESOURCES, INC - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Utility Corridor and Very Low Residential (1-2 dwelling units per acre) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51, and 225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Development Agreement 01-01, Annexation 01-01, and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02. CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT DA 01-01, GPA 01-01D, ENSPA 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. July 18, 2001 Page 2 SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to change the Etiwanda North Specific Plan zoning designation from Utility Corridor and Very Low Residential (1-2 dwelling units per acre) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51,225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Development Agreement 01-01, Annexation 01-01, and General Plan Amendment 01-01D. RECOMMENDATION Planning Commission recommends approval of Development Agreement 01-01, General Plan Amendment 01-01D, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02, and a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and CEQA findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations. BACKGROUNDIANALYSlS This project ama was part of the University/Crest Planned Development. The University/Crest Planned Development was reviewed and approved by the County of San Bemardino in 1991. The University/Crest Planned Development was subsequently sold to two separate owners. The owners of the University Planned Development portion obtained approval from the County of San Bernardino on October 26, 1999. The County approval severed the southerly portion of the University/Crest Planned Development creating two stand alone planned developments. The University Planned Development was annexed into the City of Rancho Cucamonga on December 4, 2000. After the annexation of the University Planned Development, the Crest property owner approached the City of Rancho Cucamonga desiring to develop a mutually acceptable development plan to annex this project into the City. In January 2001, the City and the developer roached a conceptual agreement. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission reviewed and recommended approval of the Development Agreement, General Plan Amendment, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment, Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and CEQA Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations. A copy of the Planning Commission Staff Report and Resolutions is attached for reference. During the meeting them were throe persons that expressed concerns (Exhibit "D" provided under separate cover) regarding the adequacy of the mitigation measures for the loss of open space for the project. The City of Rancho Cucamonga has not officially adopted a replacement ratio for the loss of open space. The City of Rancho Cucamonga reviews each development project on a case-by-case to determine an appropriate mitigation measure because some project areas may have a more or less biologically significant habitat. The replacement ratios, however, are typically the result of the developer's negotiations with private environmental groups, the State Department of Fish and Game and the Federal Department of Intedor of Fish and Wildlife. The purpose of the Development Agreement, General Plan Amendment, and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment is to proceed with the plans for the development of the residential project and to assist the applicant in the creation of financing mechanisms for infrastructure, which will be constructed in cooperation (as defined in the Development Agreement) with the City. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared for the University/Crest project and certified by the County of San Bernardino in 1991. Although the project area is within an unincorporated area of the CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT DA 01-01, GPA 01-01 D, ENSPA 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. July 18, 2001 Page $ County, the City is the lead agency for the preparation and processing of the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report because it is anticipated that this project will be annexed into the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The City, therefore, as the lead agency under CEQA, has prepared a SEIR and CEQA findings and statement of overriding considerations to address the refinements of the development project as set forth in the Development Agreement. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB:SS/Is Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Site Map Exhibit "B" - Planning Commission Staff Report and Minutes dated June 13, 2001 Exhibit "C" - Environmental Documents (provided under a separate cover) Facts, Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SCH #98121091) prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga; and Environmental Impact Report and Addendum to Environmental Impact Report as certified by the County of San Bernardino) Exhibit "D" Wdtten documents submitted dudng the Planning Commission meeting by concerned residents Documents (provided under separate cover) Ordinance for Development Agreement DRCDA 01-01 Resolution of Approval General Plan Amendment DRCGPA 01-01D Ordinance for Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRCENSPA 01-02 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. GPA 01-01D ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT NO. ENSPA 01-02 /~ From Utility Corridor to Low Residential !~'~ From Very Low Residential to Low Residential EXHIBIT "~" THE CITY OF I~ANCI~ 0 CUcANONCA $ fRepo DATE: June 13, 2001 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Salvador M. Salazar, AICP, Associate Planner SUBJECT: SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 01-01 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to recommend approval for a development agreement for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51,225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bemardino Board of Supervisors previously ceAified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Annexation 01-01, Etiwanda NoAh Specific Plan Amendment 01-02 and General Plan Amendment 01-01D. SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01D - A & J RESOURCES, INC - A request to change the General Plan land use designation from Utility Corridor and Very Low Residential (1-2 dwelling units per acre) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 240 acres of land generally located noah of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51and 225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bemardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Development Agreement 01-01, Annexation 01-01, and Etiwanda NoAh Specific Plan Amendment 01-02. SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to change the Etiwanda North Specific Plan zoning designation from Utility Corridor and Very Low Residential (1-2 dwelling units per acre) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51,225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in (,I conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report ~'1 ~ Plan(SEIR)'AmendmentRelated files:01_01D.Development Agreement 01-01, Annexation 01-01, and General PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DA 01-01, GPA 01-01D, ENSPA 01-02 -A & J RESOURCES, INC. June 13, 2001 Page 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A. Back.qround: This project was part of the University/Crest Planned Development. The University/Crest Planned Development was reviewed and approved by the County of San Bemardino in 1991. The University/Crest Planned Development was subsequently sold to two separate owners. The owners of the University Planned Development portion obtained approval from the County of San Sernardino on October 26, 1999. The County approval severed the southerly portion of the University/Crest Planned Development creating two stand alone planned developments. The University Planned Development was annexed into the City of Rancho Cucamonga on December 4, 2000. Dudng this time, the owners of the Crest Development submitted an application to the County of San Bemardino to modify the previously approved residential project. After the annexation of the University Planned Development, the Crest properly owner approached the City of Rancho Cucamonga desidng to develop a mutually acceptable development plan to annex this project into the City. In January 2001, the City and the developer reached a conceptual agreement. In February 2001, the property owner withdrew its County of San Bernardino land use applications. The conceptual agreement requires the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the developer to perform specific actions. Some of the actions require the developer to enter into a development agreement with the City. Therefore, the applicant is requesting approval of this development agreement. The development agreement is for a term of 10 years. Additionally, in keeping with the conceptual agreement, the applicant has requested annexation of the project area into the City. The City, on behalf of the applicant, will file an application for annexation with the San Bernardino County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). B. SurroundinR land use and zoninq: North - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power and Edison Utility Corridor, County West Valley Foothills Community Plan designation is Institutional. City pre-zone is Utility Corridor. South - Edison Utility Corridor, County West Valley Foothills Community Plan designation is Institutional. City pre-zone is Edison Utility Corridor Public Land, and Low Density Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre). East - City Very Low Density (1-2 dwelling units per acre). West - Edison Utility Corridor, County West Valley Foothills Community Plan designation is Institutional. City pre-zone is Utility Corridor. C. General Plan desi.qnation North - Flood Control/Utility Corridor. South - Low Density Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and Edison Utility Corridor/Flood Control. East - Very Low Residential (1-2 dwelling units per acre). West - Flood Control/Utility Corridor ANALYSIS: A. Site Characteristics: The site is an undeveloped alluvial fan, with a gentle (approximately 8 percent) slope from north to south. Vegetation type is pdmafily Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DA 01-01, GPA 01-01D, ENSPA 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. June 13, 2001 Page 3 B. General: The purpose of this request is to obtain approval of a Development Agreement, General Plan, and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment. The purpose of the Development Agreement is to proceed with the plans for the development of a residential project and to assist the applicant in the creation of financing mechanisms for infrastructure, which will be constructed in cooperation (as defined in the Development Agreement) with the City. Additionally, in order for the project to be developed as proposed, a land use and zone change is required. The proposed amendments would allow for the development of 2-4 dwelling units per acre. Presently, the site has a land use and zoning designation of Utility Corddor and Very Low Residential. Therefore, residential uses at the proposed density is not allowed in the current land use and zoning designation. The following summarizes the main points of the proposed Development Agreement: · Density. The City's General Plan designation is (upon approval of a land use and zone change) Low Density Residential (2-4 dwelling units, per acr~i). The d.~.elopmerjt has an avera e density of 3 3 dwelling units per acre ,~' ~ ~ g · ~. · Desi.qn Standards. The developer .has agreed architectural guidelines from the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. The architectural guidelines are similar to those of the Rancho Etiwanda Project (formerly, University Planned Development). These architectural guidelines will give an identifiable character to the project. The guidelines are incorporated herein by reference into the Development Agreement as the Rancho Etiwanda Estates (Etiwanda North Specific Plan Architectural Guidelines). All residential units will be subject to the City's design review process as outlined in the Development Agreement. · Gradin.q. The project will not be subject to the City's Hillside Grading requirements. · Fees. The applicant will pay all the usual City fees. · Parks. The applicanrwill pay an amount totaling $4,171,200 for park purposes. ., · Equestrian Oveday. The project does not provide equestrian size lots, therefore, the developer will pay an in lieu fee of $632,000. · Schools. The applicant will pay all the usual School fees. · Reimbursement. The applicant may (as described in the Development Agreement) request partial reimbursement for certain traffic and circulation improvements, which will benefit other property owners in the vicinity. · Special Districts. The Development Agreement will require the participation in special districts as needed to provide infrastructure for development, including Landscape Maintenance Districts. · FinancinR. The City will cooperate with the applicant in the formation of special districts and other financing mechanisms. · Term. The term of the agreement is for ten years. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DA 01-01, GPA 01-01D, ENSPA 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. June 13,2001 Page 4 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT: The developer is proposing to change the land use designation in order to develop a gated, Iow density residential community with limited access to the North Etiwanda Preserve located north of the project. The project site, on most of the project area, (except the northwest portion of the site) has a land use and zoning designation of Very Low Residential (1-2 dwelling units per acre). The northwest portion of the project has a land use and zoning designation of Utility Corridor. This Utility Corridor zoned parcel is not owned by any utility company nor is it used for utility purposes. Therefore, the proposed change to the Utility Corridor is similar to those previously approved by the City for the segment of the Edison Corridor south of this project. The proposed amendments will provide a reasonable and logical extension of the existing land use pattern in the surrounding area. The properties located on the south side of the project have a Iow residential land use and zoning designation. The change will promote a compatible and harmonious arrangement of land uses in the area. Further, the amendments would allow for the development of land similar to, and consistent with, other development projects in the area (within the City of Rancho Cucamonga). ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared for the project and certified by the County of San Bemardino in 1991. Although, the project is currently located within the County of San Bemardino, the City is the lead agency in the processing of the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and related land use entitlements. The City, therefore, as the lead agency under CEQA for the Development Agreement and related land use entitlements has prepared a SEIR, pumuant to CEQA to address the refinements of the project as set forth in the Development Agreement. As part of the modifications to the County approved project there is a provision for the replacement of an open space condition of approval. One component of the University/Crest Planned Development was a condition of approval for an open space easement over 675 acres of nearby unimproved property. This property, however, was acquired by the Metropolitan Water Quality District of Southern California and has since been committed to permanent open space. Therefore, compliance by the University/Crest Planned Development of the conditions of approval became impossible and therefore refinements to the project are necessary if development of this project is to occur. The developer is proposing (for the Crest portion only) to replace the 675-acre open space condition of approval with approximately 216 acres of similar type of habitat within the vicinity of the project. City staff is of the opinion that based on the revised design of the project and the reduction in the number of units, (from 660 to 632); the proposed open space area is in compliance with CEQA. FACTS FOR FINDING: The Planning Commission may make the following findings for Development Agreement 01-01, GPA 01-01 D, and ENSPA 01-02: A. The intended development is compatible with the surrounding development in the area. B. An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared and Certified by the County Board of Supervisors in 1991, a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga as legally sufficient for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates (formerly Crest Planned Development) development project. .C. The project is in conformance with the goals and objectives of the General Plan. D. The properties are suitabl'e for the uses allowed in the proposed land use and development distdct designation in terms of access and size with similarly designated parcels. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DA 01-01, GPA 01-01 D, ENSPA 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. June 13, 2001 Page 5 E. The proposed amendments would not have additional significant impacts on the environment nor the surrounding properties as evidenced by the findings and conclusions of the SEIR prepared in conjunction with this project. F. The proposed amendments are in conformance with the General Plan, Etiwanda North Specific Plan and the DeveloPment Code because of the site's capacity to promote the goals and objectives for a residential development. CORRESPONDENCE: This item was advertised as a public headng in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper, the property was posted, and notices were mailed to all property owners within a 300-foot radius of the project site RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval to the City Council for Development Agreement 01-01, General Plan Amendment 01-01D and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02 by adoption of the attached Resolutions. Staff additionally recommends the City Council certify the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report as prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Respectfully submitted, City Planner BB:SMS:mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Vicinity Map Exhibit "B" - General Plan and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Map Exhibit "C" - Facts, Findings, and Statement of Overriding Considerations (SCH 88082915) Exhibit "D" - Environmental Impact Report and Addendum to Environmental Impact Report as approved by the County of San Bemardino) Resolution Development Agreement 01-01 Resolution General Plan Amendment 01-01D Resolution Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02 Draft Ordinance Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02 Bernardino ~4ngele~ National National Forest Forest LOCATION i · -, ,/..s...~ .... , .......... .~ .... 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ENSPA 0t-02 ~ From Corridor to Low Re-~idential '[~/J From Very Low Residential to Low Residential EXHIBIT "B" FACTS FINDINGS AND STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS PROVIDED UNDER SEPARATE COVER I.~ 11 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND ADDENDUM TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT PROVIDED UNDER SEPARATE COVER EXHIBIT "D" Mr. Taylor said a 24-foot by 24-foot pad is provided within the basic design as required by the code but they looked at an alternative of a 12-foot by 48-foot pad that would be located generally adjacent to the trail so that the horse would be closer to the trail rather than having a slope between the trail and the corral pad. Commissioner Tolstoy stated he had looked at each lot and it appeared that the lots all have the capability of accommodating the 24-foot by 24-foot corral pad. Chairman McNiel again closed the public headng. Commissioner Tolstoy reiterated that it is important for the City to look at making revisions to the code. Chairman McNiel agreed it is a zoning problem. Commissioner Tolstoy supported the project because he felt that the developer had met all existing requirements. Motion: Moved by Tolstoy, seconded by Stewart, to issue a Negative Declaration and adopt the resolutions approving Tentative Tract SUBTT16193 and Development Review DRC2001-00079 with modifications to require the developer to offer a no-cost option of providing an altemate corral size and location and to delete references to a Homeowners' Association. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: NONE ABSENT: MACIAS ABSTAIN: MANNERINO - carried The Planning Commission recessed from 9:49 to 9:58 p.m. N. SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORTAND DEVELOPMENTAGREEMENT 01-01 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to recommend approval for a Development Agreement for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between ~ Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51, and 225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bemardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (Ell:{) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). O. SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01D - A & J RESOURCES, INC - A request to change the General Plan la~d use designation from Utility Corridor and Very Low Residential (less than 2 dwelling units per acre) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51, and 225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bemardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report ($EIR). Related files: Development Agreement 01-01, Annexation 01-01, and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02. P. SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. - A request to change the Etiwanda Planning Commission Minutes -14- June 13, 2001 North Specific Plan zoning designation from Utility Corridor and Very Low Residential (less than 2 dwelling units per acre) to Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) for approximately 240 acres of land generally located north of 25th Street between Day Creek Channel and East Avenue -APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, and 51, and 225-081-09, 14, and 15. The County of San Bemardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. In conjunction with this project the City of Rancho Cucamonga is preparing a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Related files: Development Agreement 01-01, Annexation 01-01, and General Plan Amendment 01-01D. Salvador Salazar; Associate Planner;, presented the staff report and suggested that a change be made to the Development Agreement indicating that the project owner will be responsible for acquiring right-of-way and constructing Day Creek Boulevard to State Route 30 if adjacent projects fail to do so and to amend the resolution to indicate that the Planning Commission was recommending adoption of a Statement of Overriding Considerations. He referenced a letter from the environmental consultants regarding a site inspection of the proposed open space parcel on June 11, 2001, and offering the opinion that the open space parcel provides moderate to high quality habitat. He also indicated a letter had. In addition, Mr. Salazar noted a letter had been received from a biology professor at Chaffey College recommending the "no project" alternative. Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing. Ben Anderson, BCA Development, Inc. 4901 Birch Street, Suite C, Newport Beach, stated he was representing A & J Resources. He said that the project was originally being processed through the County of San Bemardino and the County was in the process of circulating a supplemental EIR and it was to have gone before the County Planning Commission in early 2001, but they started negotiations with the City. He felt the project is a higher quality than what was being processed through the County and is more suited to the area. He gave a power point presentation of the history of the project. He reported that the County approved 660 homes in this area and said they have now reduced that down to 632. He indicated they increased the lot sizes, revised the circulation, and made it a gated community. He noted they moved Day Creek Boulevard so that it will now connect to Etiwanda Avenue south of the property. He said they removed a proposed 11-acre park because of the planned ball fields with lights and they will instead pay over $4 million in park funding and over $600 thousand dollars in equestrian facility funding. He discussed the environmental documentation and noted there was an EIR in 1989 with a full set of biology studies, an EIR Addendum in 1991 with additional biology updates, and a Supplemental EIR which had just been completed. He said the Supplemental EIR updated various components including a Transportation Impact Analysis and a biological survey and protocol studies for the gnatcatcher and San Bemardino kangaroo rat performed in the year 2000. He reported that no gnatcatchers or kangaroo rats were identified on the property in either the 1998 or the 2000 protocol surveys. He acknowledged that there is Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub (RAFSS) present and said they are committing to a 1:1 mitigation for the site. He said the site is currently 250 acres and they are committed to transferring 86 acres of open space plus $110 thousand to the County to manage the open space. He stated they also plan to transfer a 110-acre site located east of the Hunters Ridge project to a conservation agency along with funding to manage it. He noted that the mitigation measures require updating and reevaluating the protocol surveys before the project starts. He said the 1:1 mitigation program is consistent with the Etiwanda North Specific Plan Resource Management Program for RAFSS. He believed the movement of Day Creek Boulevard away from the edge of the preserve will cut down on public access to the preserve to protect the preserve. He supported staffs recommendations. Chairman McNiel observed that they propose annexing 86 acres of open space to the County while Rancho Cucamonga is annexing the property. He asked why the land was not being transferred to the City. Brad Buller, City Planner, indicated the County has a conservation program which it administers. Planning Commission Minutes -15- June 13, 2001 Chairman McNiel asked what the commitment to funding for the additional 110 acres meant. Mr. Anderson felt they could commit to the same pro-rata basis as for the 86 acres; therefore, it would be in the $150 thousand range. He said it would have to be fine tuned with the conservation agency that accepts the land. Commissioner Stewart asked if there is a proposed phasing plan. Mr. Anderson replied that currently the infrastructure all comes off Day Creek Boulevard, which is the southern arterial; therefore, the initial phases would be along that area. He felt the phasing would be fine tuned during the tentative map process. Kate Kramer, State of California Department of Fish and Game, P. O. Box 1217, Redlands, asked where the water will be coming from for the project. Mr. Salazar responded that the water comes from Cucamonga County Water Distdct (CCWD). He said there is a letter from them in the Final Environmental Impact Report indicating that the water is coming from CCWD facilities and some of that water will be stored north of the project but outside of the North Etiwanda Preserve. Ms. Kramer asked if CCWD indicated the source of the water. Mr. Salazar believed CCWD has an agreement with Inland Empire Utilities, who will get the water from Metropolitan Water District. Ms. Kramer stated the Department of Fish and Game has grave concerns about the project. She reported that her department sent the City three letters regarding this project in its various stages. She stated this is the last alluvial fan in Southern California adjacent to the mountains and she expressed concern that there is no buffer between the development and the North Etiwanda Preserve. She noted there is a request for a zone change from Utility Corridor to Residential for land that abuts the preserve. She said the 760-acre North Etiwanda Preserve is mitigation for Highway 30/210. She remarked it is their charge to make sure it remains habitat and they are concerned about 4,000+ people moving adjacent to it with no buffer. She reported that the North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preserve Program (NEOSHPP) was established in the mid-1990s to identify significant areas within the area. She said the current project was in litigation when NEOSHP~P was adopted and it was determined it didn't need to be addressed because it hadn't been adopted when the project was first proposed. She explained there is alluvial fan scrub, which grows in the washes and is very rere and declining all through Southern California and there is also Coastal Sage Scrub. She said the project has 250 acres of alluvial fan scrub. She noted that the applicant was proposing only 196 acres for mitigation, which is less than a 1:1 ratio. She reported their last letter suggested a minimum mitigation of 2:1 and that is lower than what they suggested to the county of 5:1. She stated there are 13 sensitive species on site. She thought the habitat impacts are not clear in the Supplemental EIR. She stated there is a report that included some information not in the Draft Supplemental EIR. She observed their agency has State 1600 permit jurisdiction over the area and will have to write permits. She said the report stated there is 1.6 acres of streambed and riparian habitat and the proposed mitigation is not acceptable to the State as the State has a no-net loss of wetland policy. She stated the entire area is a significant natural area as designated by the State's Natural Diversity Database. She said the Database analyzed all records for biological species appearances throughout the state and highlighted the areas where clusters occur. She said the Department of Fish and Game recommends that the City not approve the Development Agreement, or change the General Plan or the Specific Plan zoning without significant redesign of the project. Dolores Welty, President, The Habitat Trust, 30 North Raymond Avenue, Suite 302-303, Pasadena, presented a letter. She indicated the trust was created to accept land donations in fee-title for Planning Commission Minutes -16- June 13, 2001 habitat and wildlife conservation. She said the first land donation of 135 acres, with $250,000 for management, was the result of an out-of-court settlement between Spidt of the Sage Council and SunCal/University for a CEQA lawsuit. She felt the proposed project does not provide adequate conservation of RAFSS and has not mitigated for negative impacts. She said that the California Department of Fish and Game and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service now recommend a 5:1 ratio because of the rarity of the habitat and cumulative losses. She believed it is feasible forthe project to meet the 5:1 ratio by reducing size and design. She felt it could reach a 2:1 ratio on its own property. She said the trust would be willing to accept and manage mitigation lands and funds and noted that Mr. Anderson had met with their legal counsel to discuss the matter. She asked that the Commission vote not to increase density on the project. She noted it is on the edge of the City and would be mixed with a wildlife habitat. She said that the North Etiwanda Preserve is under public jurisdiction and would probably have to be fenced in order to protect it from destruction. She thought it would be better to have land placed under their jurisdiction and to allow hiking and picnicking. Robin Ikeda, Biologist, Chaffey College, 5885 Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, presented a packet of information including a summa~ of her remarks. She suggested the Commission recommend the "No Project" alternative because it is the only alternative that does not categorically destroy all the habitat on the entire site. She suggested that the project be referred back to planners and the developer to redesign the project to be consistent with the recommendations of the California Department of Fish and Game and U S Fish and Wildlife Service. She stated that the site mainly consists of RAFSS, which is among the 10 most rere and endangered vegetation communities on the planet. She said the EIR also states the site also contains a blue line stream running from East Etiwanda Creek but there is also a second blue line stream she found on the Cucamonga Peak quadrengle of the United States Geological Services topographical map. She recommend that a 100-year floodplain study be done to access the impacts of development to hydrological flows on and to the north and south of the site. She said she concurred with the Fish and Wildlife and Fish and Game's recommendations for 5:1 mitigation because of the fragmentation of habitat and the cumulative loss of approximately 7,000 acres of habitat since the City and County entered into the Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP). She referred to her paper titled '~he Threat of Edge Effects to Habitat Preservation, and the Necessity of Effective Buffer Zones." She said that habitat declines more rapidly if it is only available in small tracts because the habitat is closer to urban development and has more edges to the urban development. She said the habitat declines to the point that it is no longer native habitat. She felt the North Etiwanda Preserve is under threat of declining without rapid, aggressive preservation efforts. She noted the southern edge of the preserve is very close to proposed urban development and it is also very long. She said that the Rancho Etiwanda Estates propose directly abutting the Preserve for over 250 feet. She believed a buffer of approximately a kilometer is needed to retain the Preserve because of the impacts of noise and domestic cats upon nesting birds. She was concerned about where the water will come from for the development. She noted that CCWD draws water out of the canyon from the tunnels in the hills. She presented a paper titled "Comparison of Plant Diversity in the Day Canyon Bog 0Net Land) 1983 and 2001 ," which documented a 3-fold reduction in species diversity on the bog and an increase in invasive weeds and bare ground. She stated that she did not know what caused the differences. She asked that the City ask CCWD to provide maps, locating existing pipes and tunnels and a history of water extraction for the last 20 to 25 years. She was also concerned about the possible location of an equestrian center. She presented a paper she had prepared regarding "The Role of Horses in the Introduction and Spread of Noxious Weeds." She said that the weeds invade habitat and interrupt the fire cycle. She was concerned about the County annexing any of the mitigation land because she felt the County had not taken any action to take care of the preserve in the past three years. Leeona KJippstein, Director, Spirit of the Sage Council, 30 North Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, presented a letter and stated they support the "No Project" alternative. She said they have been following the project in the County. She provided a map that she felt better indicated the project's impact boundaries. She said the project boundaries go up and include the Department of Water and Planning Commission Minutes -17- June 13, 2001 Power easement and would also extend and touch the Preserve and she believed the Chang property was being acquired for an additional 1-million gallon water reserve tank. She felt the construction of the tank will negatively affect the habitat as well as consume additional water sources. She observed the project proposes construction of a pumping station but the location is not noted and she was concemed it would draw more water from East Etiwanda Creek. She thought the project will encourage other growth because it is bringing in more infrastructure. She provided a map of proposed development which would allow for additional habitat mitigation on site and would preserve the blue line streams. She indicated that Spirit of the Sage has video documentation of the second blue line stream, which they would make available to the City and developer. She said the project EIR and the staff report contend that mitigation is not feasible and that the City needs to adopt a Statement of Overriding Considerations. She believed mitigation is feasible although she acknowledged it may not be desirable for the project proponent. She noted that there is RAFSS habitat surrounding the current water reservoir and feared there will be impacts from the pumping station. She commented that Etiwanda Avenue was blocked off by the Ridgeview Estates. She thought that when Ridgeview Estates was approved, it was believed that Etiwanda Avenue would stop at the Estates but this project wants to extend it to meet Day Creek Boulevard. She preferred that Etiwanda Avenue remain blocked where it is. She showed pictures of the Plummer's madposa lily, which she said is fete. She said the University project wiped out one of the largest populations of these lilies and this project has a large population. She indicated the flower in the picture is where the second reservoir tank would be built. She said the reservoir is proposed to be built below the ridgeline of the San Cucamonga fault line that naturally holds the water back for the North Etiwanda Preserve, helping to keep the wetland intact. She was concerned because CCWD has not identified the source of the water and she feared it would be to take more water out of Day Creek Canyon affecting the natural hydrology. She reported that the Sprit of the Sage Council made a video about six years ago titled "No Room for Compromise" with interviews with Professor Delorio and the wildlife agencies regarding RAFSS. She commented that 10 years ago there was a meeting with the wildlife agencies and landowners regarding taking steps to conserve the RAFSS. She said much has been lost. She suggested City staff review the video and make it available to Mr. Anderson. She observed the application is to amend the Etiwanda North Specific Plan to allow more density and said the Sage Counsel went on record in opposition when the Etiwanda North Specific Plan was approved. She said the California Department of Fish and Game and United States Fish and Wildlife Department also wrote letters of opposition to the plan because the mitigation proposed was not adequate. She observed that the City did not have jurisdiction at that time. She said they learned from litigation with the City of Calimesa is that the time to bring forth litigation is when each project comes forward. She said they are not only opposed to this project as well as being continually opposed to the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and any amendments to increase density which will result in additional habitat loss. She stated that under CEQA, all project impacts on and offsite must be identified. She therefore thought the Supplemental EIR was not adequate because it does not include where the equestrian center trails and future park will be and what habitat that will impact and what mitigations will be for those impacts. She opposed any fencing and wanted walls high enough to prevent additional impacts on the edge of the habitat to help keep out cats and dogs. She said there should be no non-native plants and vines to go over the walls and invade existing habitat. She stated only native plants should be used in the development and she encouraged xedscape. She opposed any swimming pools within the project because of the concern regarding water extraction. She expressed concerns about the wetlands and the riparian resources in Day and Efiwanda Canyon as more water is removed. She observed that the loss of water leads to wildlife invading urban areas looking for water. She thought the project is in violation of CEQA and the County Service Area Laws. She believed the project falls within County Service Area 70-OS1 and said the maps within the Supplemental EIR and the staff report do not reflect that the project is within the County Service Area. She commented the County Service Area and Open Space I was approved by the County and by Assembly Bill 61-Baca creating the area for habitat conservation. Although the County does not own all the land there, she believed this project and others fall into it. She said the County is not doing a good job. She noted there have been several projects approved by the County including University and Master Craft, and the Temple and all of those projects are within Open Space District I and the District Board has not provided a review and comment letter on Planning Commission Minutes -18- June 13, 2001 any of those projects. She reported the Mayor of Rancho Cucamonga is a member of the Open Space District Board Advisory Committee and she felt that was a conflict of interest. She believed the Open Space Distdct Advisory Committee is supposed to take a position on projects and that would mean the Mayor was taking a position prior to its coming to the City. The said the project is in a federally designated cdtical habitat for the gnatcatcher and the endangered San Bemardino kangaroo ret and hundreds of other rare and sensitive species. Although the project proponent indicated it had not recently found any gnatcatchers, she indicated a gnatcatcher had been observed by the water tank land in the Day Canyon area and near the Etiwanda High School. She said the gnatcatcher does not have to be found nesting on the site because there are records of the other sightings and the area is designated critical habitat for the population. She stated they must be able to move from east to west. She said that isolating any of the bird populations is harm because it affects their ability to propagate and destruction of habitat is also considered harm. She said the LSA surveys did not survey for all of the species identified in the MSHCP. She acknowledged the Plan is in process, but commented that the Memorandum of Understanding is a contract that was signed by the City. She recommended that LSA go back and do surveys for ail of those species. She said there are many more species on the way to becoming endangered. Commissioner Mannerino commented that the speaker had exceeded her five minutes. (NOTE: Ms. Klippstein had spoken for 33 minutes.) Ms. Klippstein acknowledged that she had talked longer than the allotted time but said she was trying to help the City. Chairman McNiel suggested Ms. Klippstein draw her comments to a conclusion. Ms. Klippstein stated she was filling the administrative record and she felt it was the City's responsibility to take as much information as possible to make a decision. Chairman McNiel stated he understo... Ms. Klippstein asked that the record show that she was cut off. Chairman McNiel stated he had had indicated at the beginning of the meeting that public comments were to be limited to 5 minutes per item per person. Ms. Klippstein acknowledged he had asked for it but said it was not required under law. Chairman McNiel stated he was trying to be polite. Ms. Klippstein stated she has tried to be polite with the City for 10 years. Chairman McNiel felt she had made her point sufficiently. Ms. Klippstein said theywere not listening to it all because she didn't get to discuss the Development Agreement, which was not included with the Supplemental EIR for public review and comment and she said that document is supposed to be made available. She felt that if the Commission voted on it and it had not gone out for public review and comment, the City is in violation. Chairman McNiel stated it had gone out for public review and comment. Ms. Klippstein said it had not. Commissioner Mannedno felt Ms. Klippstein had gone on long enough. Planning Commission Minutes -19- June 13, 2001 ¥// THE CITY OF I~ANCIIO CUCAHONGA Memorandum DATE: July 12, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council ,/~.~Lam, AICP, City Manager FR~rad Buller, City Planner / AMENDMENT 01-01D, AND ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES The attached letter from Mt. San Antonio College was received regarding Item F.4 on the July 18, 2001, City Council Agenda following preparation of the staff report. Staff will address the letter at the meeting. BB:gs 1100 North Grand Avenue · Walnut, CA 91789-1399 Associate Planner Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center Planning Division 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, Ca. 91729 ~/~ July 1, 2001 Dear Mr. Salazar, I have been a Biological and Environmental Sciences Profes- sor at Mount San Antonio College for the past 10 years, and a Rancho Cucamonga resident for the past 8 years. I am writing in support of the cof,~uents made by Ms. Robin Ikeda, Professor of Biology at Chaffey College, concerning the Rancho Etiwanda Es- tates Project (REEP). Previous to my employment at Mt. SAC, I completed a Master's of Science degree at California Polytechnic University, Pomona on the effects of modification of coastal sage scrub habitat on wildlife. I have also been involved as a re- search associate, in a similar study with Cal Poly, while cur- rently on sabbatical leave this year. This is one type of habi- tat that occurs in the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve which is adjacent to the proposed development. I wholeheartedly agree with Ms. Ikeda's comments concerning this development and the potential negative effects on the preserve. The effects of modification and fragmentation on coastal sage scrub habitat is well documented in the scientific literature, much of which is spelled out in Ms. Ikeda's attachment entitled "The Threat of Edge Effects to Habitat Preservation, and the Necessity of Effec- tive Buffer Zones." The loss of biological diversity as a result of isolated parcels has been established, as well as the decrease in quality of habitat adjacent to the fragment. Co,mnunities in which edges occur due to human alteration often have reduced biodiversity due to a preponderance of edge adapted species, and native species typically disappear as the size of the habitat fragment decreases. In our Cal Poly studies, we have found significant decline in native bird species diversity as a result of habitat modification. An array of habitat patches such as the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve, proposed REEP site and surround- ing area may be considered a single population due to migration between patches. Genetic diversity is maintained as patch size increases. BOARD OF TRUSTEES: Dr. Manuel Baca, Fred Chyr, Dr. David K. Hall, Martha J. House, Gayle Pacheco Dr. Bill Feddersen, College President (909) 594-5611 · Fax (909) 594-7661 · http://www, mtsac.edu AS a resident of Rancho Cucamonga, I am personally aware of the occurrence of wildlife in the area, and the use of corridors by top predators such as coyote, bobcat and Mountain lion. The occurrence of top predators is essential to maintaining a healthy ecosystem. As a habitat is fragmented, these top predators die out. In the absence of these top predators, a phenomenon known as mesopredator release commonly occurs, which ultimately results in a drastic decrease of biodiversity. Streamside areas often serve as corridors, destruction of these riparian areas can have significant impacts on local populations. I therefore recommend extreme caution in any alteration of the two blue-line streams that run through the existing habitat on the REEP site. In addition to the tremendous deleterious effects this project would have on the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve in terms of edge effects, the weed introduction, disruption of fire cycles and negative of effects of horses are all extremely valid points concerning the REEP site. Due to the unique properties of this area and the habitats it contains, I strongly support the 5:1 mitigation, should it be developed, as minimally appropriate. The establishment of an acceptable buffer zone is essential as well. The North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve was largely estab- lished by retired Chaffey Biology Professor James des Lauriers. Mr. des Lauriers is one of the best known and most highly re- spected biologists in southern California. Through his efforts, generations of students have been able to learn from and enjoy this preserve. He and his students painstakingly, inventoried the wildlife of this area, generating one of the most complete species lists on record for this area. His efforts have made this preserve invaluable in terms of its habitat composition and tremendous educational benefit to the students of Chaffey Col- lege. I urge you to recognize the inherent value of this land and the negative impacts to the preserve, as a result of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Please feel free to contact me for further clarification or discussion. Sincerely,~ Cynthia J. Shannon Biology Department Mount San Antonio College 1100 N. Grand Ave. Walnut, Ca. 91789 (909)594-5611, 4551 cshannon~mtsac.edu cc: Kate Kramer, California Dept. Fish and Game Nancy Ferguson, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service of the ~:.: .., ,..~::~? !';.:. -,~ Protecting and Conserving Biological Diversity, Natiw Plants, Native Animals and Native Lands A non-profit project of Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs (SEE, Inc.), Malibu, CA Vera Rathe, City of Rancho Cucamonga Co-Founde~ Mayor and City Council Members 5~shoae-GabrielinoNation A~TI.: Sal Salazar, Project Planner Cultural Affairs Director 10500 Civic Center Drive Leeona Klippstein, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Via FAX (909) 47%2847 Co-Founder Co~'~a~i~ramsOi~ao~ July 18, 2001 Douglas Ooepke, Trea~rer I~E: Comment on the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact ~o~.P~,~,scoo~.~tor Report for the Proposed "Rancho Etiwanda Estates" Development Steven Fisher, Project (aka Crest), including tract map - located east of £co~o~t Etiwanda Avenue within the County of San Bernardino and s~e,~o~,~i,o~ sphere of influence of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Amendment to City's General Plan, Amendment, Amendment to Public Afl. irs Etiwanda North Specific Plan, Development and Pre-zoning Co~W,t~,*Coo,di,~to,Agreement. Elizabeth Francis, Mayor and City Council Members, Public Affairs Spirit of the Sage Council (Sage Council) stands on our previous Ann Bells, comments, written and oral, made to the County and City on the Public Affairs Forest Coordinator referenced Project/s including Design, Amendments, Agreements, Resolutions and any other associated Actions and Documents Teny Surke, (Project). In addition, the Sage Council has acquired the legal counsel Communications services of Craig Sherman who has also submitted comments on our behalf. INADEQUATE CIRCULATION OF PROJECT FEIR The Sage Council did not receive a copy of the Project Supplemental FEIR (FEIR) and response to our earlier comments in a timely manner. Nor was our non-profit organization provided notice that a FEIR was prepared. The first indication that was given to the Sage Council, that there was a FEIR and City Council meeting on July 18 , came from a newspaper reporter for the Los Angeles who called Craig Sherman. Upon the news from our legal counsel, the Sage Council contacted Nancy Ferguson, USFWS to inquire whether or not the lead public 30 North Raymond Avenue · Suite 302. Pasadena CA 91103 U.S.A. Tele: 626-744-9932 · www.sagecouncil,com · FAX: 626-744-9931 City of Rancho Cucamonga - City Council Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project FEIR Per: Spirit of the Sage Council Page 2 trust agency had received a copy of the FEIR. Apparently the USFWS staff biologist for San ,,- Bemardino area had not received a copy. The Sage Council did receive a phone call fi.om LSA "[ ~'~' Associates requesting our correct address of which was given, yet the Sage Council still did not receive the FEIR. Since the City was closed on Friday, the Sage Council inquired on Monday ifa Project FEIR was distributed and if so to send a copy to the Sage Council. City Project Manager, Sal Salazar returned the Sage Council phone call and sent a copy oftbe FEIR by FedEx that was received only yesterday. Therefore, the Sage Council has been given less than 24 hours to review and comment on the FEIR. It is our understanding, after speaking with representatives of public agencies - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - that the DE1R and FEIR were not adequately circulated and comments responded to in violation of California Public Resources Code 21092.5. In addition, the DEIR and FEIR were not distributed to the U.S. Forest Service (FS) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE). While the City may have noticed the proposed Project in the local newspapers, it is highly unusual to overlook distribution of the Project documents to federal permitting agencies and agencies that have historically expressed concem over development within the Wild land Urban Interface. The Sage Council requests that the City Council rectify this violation by extending the public comment for at least an additional 10 ten days and ensure distribution to permitting and public trust agencies. CITY'S LIMITED AND RESTRICTIVE PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE PROJECT DEIR The Sage Council brings attention to the City Planning Commission's rude and deliberate restriction of accepting relative Project information in which to make a fully informed decision. While the City may request that the public limit comments to 3 or 5 miniatures at a public bearing, the City must also make a fully informed decision. In regards to this Project, the City is not only approving a Project but is also amending the City General Plan and the Etiwanda North Specific Plan (ENSP). The City is also approving a Pre-Zoning and Development Agreement of which such documents/agreements were not included in the DEIR for public review. In addition, thc City is approving City Staff Recommendations and Resolutions that, along with zoning and development agreements were not made available to the Sage Council until the night of the Planning Commission meeting. It is simply impossible to provide public comments on so many Project documents and actions in 3-5 minutes. The Planning Commission rudely stopped thc Sage Council from presenting their comments in full. Thc Sage Council does not make public comments to entertain thc City or thc public, but to provide relative and substantial information for the City to make a fully informed decision and to encourage thc City to comply with regulations in thc benefit of thc public trust to conserve natural resources. City of Rancho Cucamonga- City Council Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project FEIR Per: Spirit of the Sage Council Page 3 Quite frankly, it is of no concern to the City whether the Sage Council is "losing" the interest of the People in attendance of the public heating. "Losing" the attention of Planning Commissioners and People in attendance is not a viable mason to prevent the Sage Council from presenting all of our information and concerns over the Project. The Sage Council has made attempts within the CEQA guidelines to provide information at the earliest possible time and avoid the "Eleventh Hour" of submissions. However, the City fomes the Sage Council into an "Eleventh Hour" scenario due to their restrictive public commenting time frame. THE PROJECT AND ALTERNATIVES ARE NOT REASONABLE CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.6 (a) re Alternatives, (0 re avoid or substantially lessen any of the significant effects of the project. · It is not "reasonable" for the City to disregard the recommendations of scientific experts with lead Public Trust agencies and independent biologists of local educational institutions. While the City may have recognized the scientists or agencies, the recommendations of the experts have not been met. The Court has previously recognized that the Public Trust agencies are the experts and that biological consultants for hire are not. (See Spirit of the Sage Council v. County of San Bernardino and Real Parties, Mitsubishi Cement Company). · It is not "reasonable" for the City to allow the Project proponents to utilize and supplement the 1991 University/Crest EIR when the "conditions of approval" for have never been met. A "condition" was placed on the Project to acquire 675-acres of habitat for mitigation of biological impacts. In 1991 the County required more than a 1:1 ratio for habitat replacement as mitigation. The University segment of the University/Crest project has provided 135-acres of mitigation habitat and additional habitat that was a mitigation area for construction of levee construction impacts. While the Sage Council opposes double dipping of mitigation areas and finds it unlawful, the University project claims to have provided a total of 216-acres. Under the University/Crest project that would lead to the conclusion that an additional 459-acres is still needed to provide a total of 675-acres of habitat mitigation to reach compliance with the projects 1991 conditional approval. While the City and REE/Crest project proponents find it "impossible" to acquire the original 675-acre mitigation site, it is not impossible to direct the Project proponent to acquire other suitable mitigation lands for habitat loss. The City fails to direct the Project proponents to provide an Alternative that is "reasonable" and avoids or substantially lessens any of the significant biological effects of the Project by 1991 conditions or 200 t habitat mitigation ratios. City of Rancho Cucamonga- City Council Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project FEIR Per: Spirit of the Sage Council Page 4 Due to the loss of RAFSS habitat acres since 1991, the lead Public Trust agencies and independent biologists have asserted that the mitigation ratio is now 5:1. The Project currently does not mitigate even at a 1:1 ratio for habitat loss. In reality, the Project size in acres has increased significantly from that of the 1991 Crest segment. The Project now includes additional habitat destruction within the Southern California Edison easement the crosses diagonally and offsite impacts for associated water infrastmcture to supply adequate water supply, pressure and drainage. It appears from the FEIR that 480-acres of habitat will be negatively effected by the Project, but the residential development alone wilt encompass approximately 251-acres. To adequately mitigate for 480-acres of habitat impacts at 5:1 replacement the Project proponent must provide at least 2,405-acres for conservation. To only mitigate for 251-acres of habitat impacts onsite, the Project must provide at least 1,257-acres of replacement habitat. It is "feasible" and "reasonable" for the City to provide a Project Alternative that would require the Project proponents to acquire such replacement habitat. Just as the City is requiring nearly $5 MILLION for a park and equestrian center, the City needs to require adequate habitat conservation. Unfortunately, the City does not keep "good faith" in regards to habitat conservation contracts with CDFG and USFWS (See VWMSHCP MOU) or compliance with the City's own General Plan and ENSP (See ENSP Appendix C). It is unreasonable for the City to amend its own lead documents to make the Project fit. Rather the Project should be amended to meet the City's documents and Public Trust agencies recommendations. The City refuses to work cooperatively with CDFG and USFWS to conserve vital habitats and species of concerus (See also VWMSHCP MOU Target Species List). Due to not receiving the Project FEIR in a timely manner and in consideration that the City Council is taking public comment at the heating tonight, the Sage Council requests to be given a 10 day commenting period extension and be allowed to make extended oral comments tonight if the City Council is going to move forward to approve the Project along with Discretionary Actions. VLe4ona Klippstein, Co-founder Executive Director 7-18-201 3:29PM FROH 6;19 702 92@1 P. 1 A. 1~01 FIRST AV~IUE. SUITE 3.35 ' SAN DIEGO, CA ~2~m-2322 TELEPHONE FACSIMILE (61~) 702-7892 (~19) 702-9~1 from the Law Office of Craig A. Sherman T~ City Clerk I;ren~ Craig Shemlan, Esq Fmc (909) 477-2846 Page~ (incla~m9 cowr); 6 ~ (909) 477-2700 Dat~ July 18, 2001 Ri: Comments on EIR - Rancho Efiwanda Estates cC,. [] Urlle~ [] For R~viBw i-I Please (~,;,,,,,ent . [] Pl~,~m ~ n Pleas~ Re~-ycle · ~,ommentm Dear Deputy Clerk; Please distribute to tt)e City Council for tonight's City Council Meeting. '- If for any reason the City Cle~ Ilas cannot fon~ard this document to the appropriate City depara13e~tt, pleaSe noti~ this sender immediately. Thank you very much. HARD COPY TO FOllOW ,V,I~, HAND DELIVERY THE INFOlhMATION CO~'TA]NE, D JN THIS FACSIMILE IS pIUV1LI&G£D AIqD CONHDENTIAL I~IFOP, MATION INTENDED ONLY FOR THIt Ultl~ OF THE iNTeNDED RECIPIENT lqAMI~D ABOVI5. IF yOU ARE NOT THE INTENDED RECIPIENT, YOU ARE I~P, EBY NOTIF~D THAT ANY COPYING OF THIS 7-18-201 3:30PlVi FROM 619 71a2 929/ P. 2 · CRA O A. SHERMAN A~'~ORNEY AT ~W July 18, 14a Facsimile Followed By U.S. Mail Honorable Mayor and City Counc'dmembers City of Rancho Cucamonta 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho cucamonga~ CA 917129 Re: Colllments on the Final Suoolemental'EIR and Related Ao~rovals for ~re~Wl:t. ancho Etiwanda Estates Development Proj~t located cast of Etlwanda Avenue wkhin the County of San Bemardlno and sphere of influence of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Dear Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers: This comment letter is provided on behalf of my client, the public interest group Spirit of the Sage Council ("Sage Council") and other interested community groups and persons located in and around the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the western area of San Bcmardino County, including the public interest land trust and conservation entity, the Habitat Trust (a project of · thc non-profit public interest group Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs. Inc.). These comments are provided in anticipation of the City COUncil's actions and related approvals for the residential subdivision development known as Crest/Rancho l~fiwanda Estates ("Project"). This comment letter also and incorporates by references all prior written and verbal comments made by the two above-named entities, as well as this office, in response to the Initial Study, the dratt supplemental environmental impact report, related to the prior joint University/Crest project that came before San Bemardino County, Lack of Compliance with Notice and Other Procedural Requirements Under CEOA. My clients and other interested groups, including the state 'and federal public entity and responsible trustee resource agencies, never received any verbal or written notice regarding the completion of the final supplemental EIR ("FSEIR') for the Project, nor did they receive any notice regarding thc scheduled hearing for the final approVal of the FSEIR and other related approvals for the Project, This was recently brought to the attention of the City of Rancho Cueamonga ("City") through its associate planner Salvador Salazar, by both this offic~ and through my client, Leeona Klipstein. While the City has attempted to make accommodation by 7-18-201 3:30PM FROM 619 702 9291 Page Two Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers July 18, 2001 providing, at this very late time, a copy of the FsEIR by overnight mail,l this certainly is not a reasonable period to review any final changes to that document that were anticipated, as well as review the sufficiency of the obligatory comments as required under CEQA. It has been further brought to my clients' attention that the public and responsible agencies that commented on the draft supplemental EIR ("DSEIR") have also not been given ws'ltten nolte regarding the availability ora final EllL and were in fact required to receive a copy of the FSEIR and/or a Written proposed response to those agencies comments. Cal. Public Resources Code § 21092.5. California case law has determined that the failure to notify responsible agencies, are the type of procedural failures which are prejudicial in and of themselves and are cause for reversal of the decision. While generally under CEQA a lead agency need not provide an opportunity for members of the public to review a final EIR prior to approval, it is my clients understanding that the CEQA guidelines adopted by the City do in fact provide for such a review, period. It is more than obvious that without the opportunity for reasonable time to review a final EIIL it becomes impossible for my clients to reasonably assess the adequacy of the responses to comments as is mandated by CEQA. As a result of the improper notification and improper circulation of the final SEIR, my clients explicitly reserve thek right to a later challenge, without exhausting remedies, regarding the sufficiency of comments made to the DSEII~ as is required by CEQA and its guidelines §§ 15088, 15132, and 15204. Of additionnl concern are the responses made to the publk resource and trustee agencies which (1) have not only provided comments (which to date the City has failed to acknowledge the existence of even though such letters have been confirmed), (2) but there has been no reasonable opportunity to review the City's comments and/Or responses that have or Would be made to these public agency letters. Once again the failure of the City to properly identify these comment letters as well as provide a reasonable opportunity for circulation and review of the FSEIR is a prejudicinl abuse of discretion and failure to proceed in a manner required by law, which a court would likely overturn the decisions of the City related to this Project. Imnrooer Treatment of Federal and State Responsible A~encies Concerns With the Proieet CEQA requires that the concerns raised by responsible agencies, who will later consider and have further permit and/or approval authority with regards to the Project, must sufficiently address those issues and environmental concerns raised by such public agencies. Those agencies in this instance include, but are not limited to, the United States Army Corps of Although ther~ wa~ a ~ommltment te overnight this document, as of 4 p.m. on the date of this letto' it has yet to be receive. 7-18-201 3:31PH FROM 619 782 9291 Page Three Honorable Mayor and City Counc'dmembers July 18, 2001 Engineers ("ACOE"), United States Fish & Wildlife Service (:'USFWS"), and the California Department offish and Game ("CDFC-").who have final a~ency action approval authority with respect to the alteration of blue line streams and other streambeds that are designated as "waters of the US" and are streambeds under the California Fish and (}amc Code. Additional authority with respect to the Project, by these agencies include impacts effecting rare, threatened, or endangered species and/or habitats such as.Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub and the federally threatened California Gnatcatcher, One or more of these agencies have expressed concerns and/or raised comments regarding the impacts that this Project will cause to resources for which these agencies are responsible. The reason that CEQA requires notice to responsible agencies, as well as thc requirement for such agencies to provide comments, is that thc lead agency has an addition and important responsibility to respond to these comments and to address thc environmental concerns raised by these agencies at the earliest most time afforded by the CEOA orocess. This statutory requirement is supported by the California Supreme Court decision in Laurel Height~ Improvement A~ociation v. the ~Regent5 of the Universffy of California. A statement made in the FSEIR, or the findings, or conditions adopted by the City, that further reyiew or permit processes will raise and address concerns of these agencies, is a direct violation and offense to CEQA. Furthermore, the failure to particularly detail and condition the mitigation that will be imposed, due to the impacts and issues raised by these public agencies, amounts to an improper and unlawful deferral of the analysis and mitigation of environmental impacts under CEQA. A brief summary of particular issues raised by these public agencies is appropriate, and follows here_ The fact that a California Cmatcateher has been identified as being present at the Project site raises great concern about the qualifies and value of the particular habkat located there. The habkat known as Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub CRAFSS") is recognized as one of the most rare and threatened habitats in the state of California. The combination of the facts that both the threatened species and habitats are present, raises significant issues regarding the protection of both of these habitats and species. This concern for environmental conservation of such rare and endangered habitats and species has been raised by both the USFWS and CDFG respecting this Project site. Of partiCUlar concern is that the Project site is located in an area that (1) has been, and is, designated by the San Bernardino County as a special open space district, (2) the site where the Project is located has also been designated and is currently being planned for the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Program ("MSHCP") which has received federal money for the purpose of cOnservation of diverse and large scale areas, associated with the Natural Communities Conservation Program as set forth in the California Fish and Game Code § 2800 at seq. Furthermore the Project site is located in an area that bas been deemed "critical habitat" under the federal Endangered Species Act. These above considerations, as well as the fact that the City has received federal funds in anticipation of the creation of the MSHCP, and the 7-18-201 B:B2PM FROM 619 782 9291 Page Four Honorable Mayor and City Couneilmembers .luly 18, :2001 requirement that the Project obtain a section 404 permit under the federal Clean Water Act, both require and obligate the City and/or the developer to consult with the LISFWS with respect to the rare habitats and species which the Project proposes to adversely effect. Additionally, the known flooding and hydrological dynamics of the alluvial fan that exists south of'the steep terrain of the national forest, require considerations with regard to re-channeling and revising the flood insurance rate map through the Federal Emergency Management Agency ('WEMA'7), such that a consultation is required with the USFWS as to whether such impacts are affecting any rare, threatened, or endangered species( This consultation is expected and required under section 7 and/or under section 10 of the federal Endangered Speci~ Aa. l~roiect line Not Considered a Reasonable RanGe of AIte .rnative$ and/or A.deouatelv Determined That Less lmpa.c,tin~ Alternatives Are Infeasible The law under CEQA requires that the Project and its review in an l~l~P, be analyzed in the context ofreesonable development alternatives that would meet the .general purpose of the project. In this instance, the development project has considered a range of alternatives that substantially considers only one development footprint or impact area. Other than the oblisat°fy "no project" alternative, there has been no effort by the agency or the applicant to considei~ a development project that would conserve considerably more, or any, open space lands on site. This includes the effort to conserve natural waterways and/or buffers in or adjacent to environmentally sensitive preserve and conservation areas. The only development scenario offered by the proposed Project is a full and complete build out of the site, along with the City's admission of completely inadequate mitigation for biological resources. A review of the evidence in the record will indicate that there is no substantial evidence to support that a less environmentally impacting alternative is infeasible. The conciusion that such alternatives are infeasible are merely that - a conclusion without support. Case law under C£QA has required that financial inability, as well as financial benefits in a statement overriding considerations, must be supported by the substantial evidence in the record. In this case, there is clearly no substantial evidence to support the infeasibility of adopting less impacting environmental alternatives, as well as the infeasibility of implementing additional biological mitigation measures that would eliminate the need to adopt a statement of overriding considerations. My client and others have provided a feasible development proposals and alternatives that could be implemented to achieve the.primary purpose of the Project, while at the same time minimizing adverse environmental effects. The Prelect Inade~luatel¥ Assesses Cumulative and Growth Inducing Imvacts As stated before in previous comment letters~ this Project stands to significantly and substantially impact areas outside of the specific delineated borders of the Project. There are many examples of these, and a few of these are summarized as the construction ora water 7-18-201 3:32PM FRDM 619 70~ 9291 Page Five Honorable Mayor and City Couneilmembers July 18, 2001 tank, its Project feeding infrastructure, a pumping station located off-site located near a currently existing water tank, and including, but not limited to, the extension of Day Creek Boulevard to the east of the Project for some yet undetermined development into additional rare and threatened RAFSS and other rare and endangered species habitat. The Project FSEIR fails to address those anticipated and known development projects that have been approved or are'currently being processed for approval, that will combine and cause additional cumulative impacts above and beyond those stated in the FSEI~ Additionally, it is a failure of the FSEIR the losses of additional land and habitats that will result from the construction ora feeder road, such as the first segment and/or connector for Day Creek Boulevard. As above, the law under CEQA requires that these impacts be analyzed at this earliest most opportunity. A review of the FSEiR indicates a very cursory and incomplete review of future known and anticipated projects including, the nearby Buddhist temple retreat, or any other development . projects that are known. A review of both the draf~ and final SEIR ]ndicate that the City has failed to analyze cumulative and anticipated projects byeither a list or other manner as is required by CEQA. This failure causes the decision-maker and the public to not be informed .,. or aware oftbe consequences of the City's actions, especially with regard to the cumulative impacts this Project, in conjunction with other anticipated and future projects will cause to the environment - notwithstanding this Projects direct impacts. l~inai Remarks The Sage Council and The Habitat Trust appredate your consideration of their concerns as presented in this comment letter and hope that you will either deny the Project as requested or send the Project back for further review consistent with the issues raised above. Should you have any questions concerning any of the points raised herein, please do not hesitate to contact this office. Additionally, as requested before but not honored, please notify this office of any administrative or legislative hearings, actions, decisions and/or determinations made thereto which are taken or made by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in the future related to this Project. This notice and request, as previously made before, invokes statutory obligations and requirements by the City to this requesting party. · CRAIG A. SHERMAN A~-~ORNEY AT LAW 1901 FIRSt AveNue, SuITe 335 SAN DiegO, CA 92101-2380 TELEPHONE FACSIMILE (819) 702-7892 (6 ~ 9) 702-9291 July 18, 2001 Via Facsimile Followed By U.S. Mail Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 Re: Comments on the Final Supplemental EIR and Related Approvals for Crest/Rancho Etiwanda Estates Development Project located east of Etiwanda Avenue within the County of San B ernardino and sphere of influence of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Dear Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers: This comment letter is provided on behalf of my client, the public interest group Spirit of the Sage Council ("Sage Council") and other interested community groups and persons located in and around the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the western area of San Bernardino County, including the public interest land trust and conservation entity, the Habitat Trust (a project of the non-profit public interest group Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs. Inc.). These comments are provided in anticipation of the City Council's actions and related approvals for the residential subdivision development known as Crest/Rancho Etiwanda Estates ("Project"). This comment letter also and incorporates by references all prior written and verbal comments made by the two above-named entities, as well as this office, in response to the Initial Study, the draft supplemental environmental impact report, related to the prior joint University/Crest project that came before San Bernardino County. Lack of Compliance with Notice and Other Procedural Requirements Under CEQA. My clients and other interested groups, including the state and federal public entity and responsible trustee resource agencies, never received any verbal or written notice regarding the completion of the final supplemental EIR ("FSEIR") for the Project, nor did they receive any notice regarding the scheduled heating for the final approval of the FSEIR and other related approvals for the Project. This was recently brought to the attention of the City of Rancho Cucamonga ("City") through its associate planner Salvador Salazar, by both this office and through my client, Leeona Klipstein. While the City has attempted to make accommodation by Page Two Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers July 18, 2001 providing, at this very late t~me, a copy of the FSE1R by overmght mml, this certm y is not a reasonable period to review any final changes to that document that were anticipated, as well as review the sufficiency of the obligatory comments as required under CEQA. It has been further brought to my clients' attention that the public and responsible agencies that commented on the draft supplemental EIR ("DSEIR") have also not been given written notice regarding the availability of a final EIR, and were in fact required to receive a copy of the FSEIR and/or a written proposed response to those agencies comments. Cal. Public Resources Code § 21092.5. California case law has determined that the failure to notify responsible agencies, are the type of procedural failures which are prejudicial in and of themselves and are cause for reversal of the decision. While generally under CEQA a lead agency need not provide an opportunity for members of the public to review a final EIR prior to approval, it is my clients understanding that the CEQA guidelines adopted by the City do in fact provide for such a review, period. It is more than obvious that without the opportunity for reasonable time to review a final EIK it becomes impossible for my clients to reasonably assess the adequacy of the responses to comments as is mandated by CEQA. As a result of the improper notification and improper circulation of the final SEIR, my clients explicitly reserve their right to a later challenge, without exhausting remedies, regarding the sufficiency of comments made to the DSEIR as is required by CEQA and its guidelines §§ 15088, 15132, and 15204. Of additional concern are the responses made to the public resource and trustee agencies which (1) have not only provided comments (which to date the City has failed to acknowledge the existence of even though such letters have been confirmed), (2) but there has been no reasonable opportunity to review the City's comments and/or responses that have or would be made to these public agency letters. Once again the failure of the City to properly identify these comment letters as well as provide a reasonable opportunity for circulation and review of the FSEIR is a prejudicial abuse of discretion and failure to proceed in a manner required by law, which a court would likely overturn the decisions of the City related to this Project. Improper Treatment of Federal and State Responsible Agencies Concerns With the Proiect CEQA requires that the concerns raised by responsible agencies, who will later consider and have further permit and/or approval authority with regards to the Project, must sufficiently address those issues and environmental concerns raised by such public agencies. Those agencies in this instance include, but are not limited to, the United States Army Corps of Although there was a commitment to overnight this document, as of 4 p.m. on the date of this letter it has yet to be received. Page Three Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers July 18, 2001 Engineers ("ACOE"), United States Fish & Wildlife Service ("USFWS"), and the California Department ofFish and Game ("CDFG") who have final agency action approval authority with respect to the alteration of blue line streams and other streambeds that are designated as "waters of the US" and are streambeds under the California Fish and Game Code. Additional authority with respect to the Project, by these agencies include impacts effecting rare, threatened, or endangered species and/or habitats such as.Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub and the federally threatened California Gnatcatcher. One or more of these agencies have expressed concerns and/or raised comments regarding the impacts that this Project will cause to resources for which these agencies are responsible. The reason that CEQA requires notice to responsible agencies, as well as the requirement for such agencies to provide comments, is that the lead agency has an addition and important responsibility to respond to these comments and to address the environmental concerns raised by these agencies at the earliest most time afforded by the CEQA process. This statutory requirement is supported by the California Supreme Court decision in Laurel Heights Improvement Association v. the Regents of the University of California. A statement made in the FSEIR, or the findings, or conditions adopted by the City, that further review or permit processes will raise and address concerns of these agencies, is a direct violation and offense to CEQA. Furthermore, the failure to particularly detail and condition the mitigation that will be imposed, due to the impacts and issues raised by these public agencies, amounts to an improper and unlawful deferral of the analysis and mitigation of environmental impacts under CEQA. A brief summary of particular issues raised by these public agencies is appropriate, and follows here. The fact that a California Gnatcatcher has been identified as being present at the Project site raises great concern about the qualities and value of the particular habitat located there. The habitat known as Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub CRAFSS'') is recognized as one of the most rare and threatened habitats in the state of California. The combination of the facts that both the threatened species and habitats are present, raises significant issues regarding the protection of both of these habitats and species. This concern for environmental conservation of such rare and endangered habitats and species has been raised by both the USFWS and CDFG respecting this Project site. Ofparticular concernis that theProject site is located in an area that (1) has been, and is, designated by the San Bernardino County as a special open space district, (2) the site where the Project is located has also been designated and is currently being planned for the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Program ("MSHCP") which has received federal money for the purpose of conservation of diverse and large scale areas, associated with the Natural Communities Conservation Program as set forth in the California Fish and Game Code § 2800 at seq. Furthermore the Project site is located in an area that has been deemed "critical habitat" under the federal Endangered Species Act. These above considerations, as well as the fact that the City has received federal funds in anticipation of the creation of the MSHCP, and the Page Four Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers July 18, 2001 requirement that the Project obtain a section 404 permit under the federal Clean Water Act, both require and obligate the City and/or the developer to consult with the USFWS with respect to the rare habitats and species which the Project proposes to adversely effect. Additionally, the known flooding and hydrological dynamics of the alluvial fan that exists south of the steep terrain of the national forest, require considerations with regard to re-channeling and revising the flood insurance rate map through the Federal Emergency Management Agency ("FEMA"), such that a consultation is required with the USFWS as to whether such impacts are affecting any rare, threatened, or endangered species. This consultation is expected and required under section 7 and/or under section 10 of the federal Endangered Species Act. Proiect Has Not Considered a Reasonable Range of Alternatives and/or Adequately Determined That Less Impacting Alternatives Are Infeasible The law under CEQA requires that the Project and its review in an EIR be analyzed in the context of reasonable development alternatives that would meet the general purpose of the project. In this instance, the development project has considered a range of alternatives that substantially considers only one development footprint or impact area. Other than the obligatory "no project" alternative, there has been no effort by the agency or the applicant to consider a development project that would conserve considerably more, or any, open space lands on site. This includes the effort to conserve natural waterways and/or buffers in or adjacent to environmentally sensitive preserve and conservation areas. The only development scenario offered by the proposed Project is a full and complete build out of the site, along with the City's admission of completely inadequate mitigation for biological resources. A review of the evidence in the record will indicate that there is no substantial evidence to support that a less environmentally impacting alternative is infeasible. The conclusion that such alternatives are infeasible are merely that - a conclusion without support. Case law under CEQA has required that financial inability, as well as financial benefits in a statement overriding considerations, must be supported by the substantial evidence in the record. In this case, there is clearly no substantial evidence to support the infeasibility of adopting less impacting environmental alternatives, as well as the infeasibility of implementing additional biological mitigation measures that would eliminate the need to adopt a statement of overriding considerations. My client and others have provided a feasible development proposals and alternatives that could be implemented to achieve the primary purpose of the Project, while at the same time minimizing adverse environmental effects. The Project Inadequatelv Assesses Cumulative and Growth Inducin~ Imoacts As stated before in previous comment letters, this Project stands to significantly and substantially impact areas outside of the specific delineated borders of the Project. There are many examples of these, and a few of these are summarized as the construction of a water Page Five Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers July 18, 2001 tank, its Project feeding infrastructure, a pumping station located off-site located near a currently existing water tank, and including, but not limited to, the extension of Day Creek Boulevard to the east of the Project for some yet undetermined development into additional rare and threatened RAFSS and other rare and endangered species habitat. The Project FSEIR fails to address those anticipated and known development projects that have been approved or are currently being processed for approval, that will combine and cause additional cumulative impacts above and beyond those stated in the FSEIR. Additionally, it is a failure of the FSEIR the losses of additional land and habitats that will result from the construction of a feeder road, such as the first segment and/or connector for Day Creek Boulevard. As above, the law under CEQA requires that these impacts be analyzed at this earliest most opportunity. A review of the FSEIR indicates a very cursory and incomplete review of future known and anticipated projects including, the nearby Buddhist temple retreat, or any other development projects that are known. A review of both the draft and final SEIR indicate that the City has failed to analyze cumulative and anticipated projects by either a list or other manner as is required by CEQA. This failure causes the decision-maker and the public to not be informed or aware of the consequences of the City's actions, especially with regard to the cumulative impacts this Project, in conjunction with other anticipated and future projects will cause to the environment - notwithstanding this Projects direct impacts. Final Remarks The Sage Council and The Habitat Trust appreciate your consideration of their concerns as presented in this comment letter and hope that you will either deny the Project as requested or send the Project back for further review consistent with the issues raised above. Should you have any questions concerning any of the points raised herein, please do not hesitate to contact this office. Additionally, as requested before but not honored, please notify this office of any administrative or legislative hearings, actions, decisions and/or determinations made thereto which are taken or made by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in the future related to this Project. This notice and request, as previously made before, invokes statutory obligations and requirements by the City to this requesting party. · ly CraigA S e an ~c,~u~t~,~' ~y 1~ 2001 *'...'' ~.~. '. .. ~ r~, ~-~0 C/~y o~ ~ne~ Cucamongu lO~OO Civic: CeuCge ~ncho Cuc~nr,~a, C&l/~ornla 91~30 The ~a~meKt of ~a~eg a~ eowec (Depac~man~3 has learne~ o~ c~e planned ~v~nC af ~he ~amcho EC~in~a ~ta~en am~ ~he p:mpose~ i~ac~s On :the tho p~opoee~ 632 ~ develop~nc. Me did no~ ~e~n of c~e ~:opoied ~ich ~he de.lo.nc was d~scusoed bu~ we believe it ~:~anc to ~dre~s app~za Ch~C tho proposed development coul~ ~ossl~lV change d.~oinage ~opmen~. ' ' ~e~y, the~e &re pla~s to run & ~lpel~ne ic~os8 ~e ri'gnc of Wa~ from a propos~ Me,Or TAXX. e~ce. ~u~cenc' pe~oy does hOC p~a'hibiC Chh croJsln~ o~ such plpel~ne~ p~ovtded appropriate ~lcensee are ~tainad, ~ees peid and ell conatruc~o~ :or, awed &~d a~roved ~y the D~p~z~nt ~ any ~rk ~e begun. ~0~ i~ (2~3) 367-0~. A~ a~diciO'noL ~n~o~C/On develops, please that the Oepart~nc lo' in~ozmed, ?h~ek you tot you~ coo~rattom ' :' "- " ' · Ma~agl~ o~ Real Ee~aCo %Vast and Power Conservation... a way of Ufe RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO: City Clerk City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730 (Space above for Recorder's Use Only) DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT By and Between THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA and A & J RESOURCES, INCORPORATED, a California corporation Dated: ,2001 DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND A & J RESOURCES, INCORPORATED CONCERNING THE REVISED RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES PROJECT This Agreement (the "Development Agreement") is made and entered into this __th day of 2001, by and between A & J RESOURCES, INCORPORATED, a California corporation ("A & J.") and the Cit~ of Rancho Cucamonga, a municipal corporation (the "CITY") pursuant to the authority of Sections 65864 through 65869.5 of the California Government Code. A & J. and its successors and assigns, if any, are referred to collectively hereinafter as the "Property Owner." The CITY and A & J. are collectively referred to herein as the "Parties." RECITALS: A. To provide more certainty in the approval of development projects, to encourage private participation in comprehensive planmng, and to reduce the economic risk of development, the Legislature of the State of California has adopted Sections 65864, et seq. of the California Government Code, thus authorizing the CITY to enter into binding development agreements with persons having legal or equitable interests in real property, in order to establish development rights with respect thereto. B. Section 65865(b) of the California Government Code authorizes the CITY to enter into a binding development agreement with respect to real property which is in unincorporated territory but also within CITY's sphere of influence, provided that the effectiveness of the development agreement is conditioned upon the annexation of such real property to the CITY within the period of time for annexation as specified in the Development Agreement. C. Property Owner owns fee title to approximately Two Hundred Forty Eight (248) acres of real property located entirely within the County of San Bernardino (the "County") and more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto (the "Project Site"). Previously, the Project Site was subject to land use entitlements resulting from the County's approval in 1991 of the University/Crest Planned Development, PUD No. W12149 (the "University/Crest PD"). The University/Crest PD entitlements combined two separately owned properties.with 1,238 residential units, commercial development, school, park and open space of 1,111.29 acres. The Project Site is the Crest portion of the University/Crest PD. D. Property Owner has renamed the Project Site (the former "Revised Crest Project") to the present name "Rancho Efiwanda Estates"). E. On February 26, 2001 City Staffdelivered a Letter supporting conditions of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project citing City annexation of the project and Project requirements including Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIW'), Amendment of the City General Plan, Amendment of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, Tentative Tract Maps, Tentative Parcel Map, and Development Agreement. F. As further set forth in Ordinance No. __ enacted by the CITY on ,2001 (the "Enacting Ordinance"), the execution of this Development Agreement and the performance of and compliance with the terms and conditions set, forth herein by the Parties hereto: (i) is in the best interest of the CITY; (ii) will promote the public convenience general welfare, and good land use practices in the CITY; (iii) will promote preservation of land values: (iv) will encourage the development of the Project by providing a level of certainty to the Property Owner; and (v) will provide for orderly growth and development of the CITY consistent with the CITY's General Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals, and the mutual promises and covenants of the Parties, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows: Section 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS A. Effectiveness of Development Agreement Notwithstanding the effective date of the Enacting Ordinance, this Development Agreement shall only become operative and the rights and obligations of the Parties shall only arise, if all of the following have occurred before September 30, 2001, unless that date is mutually extended in writing by Property Owner and the City Manager for a period of not more than Ninety (90) days: (i) The Project Site has been annexed to the CITY and said annexation is final as to any and all administrative actions, and is not then subject to judicial challenge; and - (ii) The Project, City General Plan Amendment, Amendment to Etiwanda North Specific Plan, and SEIR have been approved by City and all entitlements have been issued for completion by Developer. B. Term The term of this Development Agreement shall commence on the effective date of the enacting Ordinance and shall extend for a period often (10) years thereafter (the "Term"), unless this Development Agreement is terminated, modified or extended by circumstances set forth in this Development Agreement, including, without limitation, the extensions provided below and any extension attxibutable to the "force majeure" circumstances described in Section 2D5 hereof or by mutual written consent of the Parties. Following the expiration of the Term, this Development Agreement shall be deemed terminated and of no further force and effect; provided, however, that such termination shall not affect any right or duty arising from project entitlements granted prior to, concurrently with, or subsequent to the approval of this Development Agreement and the structures that are developed in accordance with this Development Agreement and the use of those structures shall continue to be governed by this Development Agreement for purposes of ensuring, for land use purposes, that those slructures continue to be legal conforming structures and that those uses continue to be legal conforming uses. C. Assignment Subject tO the terms of this Development Agreement, Property Owner shall have the right to convey, assign, sell, lease, sublease, encumber, hypothecate or otherwise transfer (for purposes of this Development Agreement, "Transfer") the Project Site, in whole or in part, to any person, partnership, joint venture, firm or corporation or other entity at any time during the term of this Development Agreement, and to the extent of each such Transfer, the transferor shall be relieved of its legal duty to perform such obligations as to the Transfer propertyunder this Development Agreement at the time of the Transfer, except to the extent Property Owner is in Default, as defined in Section 3C hereof, of any of the terms of this Development Agreement when the Transfer If all or a portion of the Project Site is Transferred and there is noncompliance by the transferee owner with respect to any term and condition of this Development Agreement, or by the transferor with respect to any portion of the Project Site not sold or Transferred, such noncompliance shall be deemed a breach of this Agreement by that transferee or transferor, as applicable, but shall not be deemed to be a breach hereunder against other persons then owning or holding any interest in any other portion of the Project Site and not themselves in breach under this Development Agreement. Any alleged breach shall be governed by the provisions of Section 3C hereof. In no event shall the reservation or dedication of a portion of the Project Site to a public agency cause a transfer of duties and obligations under this Development Agreement to such public agency unless specifically stated to be the case in this Development Agreement, any of the exhibits attached to this Development Agreement, the instnmaent of conveyance used for such reservation or dedication, or other form of agreement with such public agency. Property Owner shall notify the CITY not less than thirty (30) days before any such Transfer, and such notice shall contain all material information regarding the contemplated Transfer, including but not limited to the identity of the transferee, and the material terms of such contemplated Transfer including as Assignment and Assumption of Development Agreement as to the Transfer property ("Assumption") to be executed by Transferee and delivered to City upon Transfer. Upon City notification as described above, delivered by Property Owner, the City Manager shall review transfer. The Transfer shall be deemed approved by City, subject to delivery at closing of the Assumption, without any additional governmental review or action. D. Amendment of Agreement This Development Agreement may be amended from time to time by mutual consent of the Parties in accordance with the provisions of Government Code Sections 65867 and 65868. Notwithstanding anything stated to the contrary in this Development Agreement, the Parties may enter into one or more implementing agreements, as set forth below, to clarify the intended application or interpretation of this Development Agreement, without amending this Development Agreement. Property Owner and the CITY acknowledge that the provisions of this Development Agreement require a close degree of cooperation between Property Owner and the CITY and that, in the course of the development of the Project Site, it may be necessary to supplement this Development Agreement to address the details of the Parties' respective performance and obligations, and to otherwise effectuate the purposes of this Development Agreement and the intent of the Parties. If and when, from time to time, the Parties fred that it is necessary or appropriate to clarify the application or interpretation of this Development Agreement, without amending the Development Agreement, the Parties may do so through one or more implementing agreements (the "Implementing Agreement"), which shall be executed by the City Planner and by an authorized representative of Property Owner. After execution, each Implementing Agreement shall be attached as an addendum and become a part of this Development Agreement, and may be further changed or supplemented fi.om time to time as necessary. Such Implementing Agreement shall not require the approval of the City Council of the CITY and shall only be executed by the City Planner (on behalf of the CITY), if the City Planner has determined that such Implementing agreements are not mater/ally inconsistent with this Development Agreement, and the applicable ordinances, rules, regulations and official policies of the CITY in effect at the time of execution of this Development Agreement. Any changes to this Development Agreement which would impose additional obligations on the CITY beyond those which would be deemed to arise under a reasonable interpretation of this Development Agreement, or which would purport to change land use designations applicable to the Project Site under the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Entitlements, shall be considered "material" and require amendment of this Agreement in accordance with the provisions of Califurnia Government Code Sections 65867 and 65868. Section 2. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OF THE PROJECT A. Land Use Entitlements The Land Use Entitlements are depicted on the Land Use Plan attached hereto as Exhibit "B'. Land Use Entitlements refers to the approval of the Development Agreement. The Parties aclmowledge that, without being obligated to do so, Property Owner plans to develop the Project Site in substantial conformity with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements as approved by this Development Agreement. During the Term, the permitted uses for the Project, or any portion thereof, the density and intensity of use, zoning, maximum height and size of proposed buildings, building and yard setback requirements, provisions for reservations or dedications, design and performance standards and other terms and conditions of development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, shall be those set forth in the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements as approved by this Development Agreement. The specific terms of this Development Agreement shall supercede and be controlling over any conflict and/or inconsistency with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements. The Parties acknowledge and agree that the total number of lots in the approved tracts total 632 lots and that lots may be shified between tracts without increasing the overall number of lots and be in substantial conformity with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements as approved by this Development Agreement. The CITY Planner shall exercise his reasonable discretion to review transfers of lots between lxacts and make the determination of substantial compliance. Other certain specific modifications of the Rancho Efiwanda Estates Project Entitlements to which the Parties agree are set forth below. All Exhibits attached hereto constitute material provisions of the Development Agreement, and are incorporated herein. B. Rules and Regulahons Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65856 and except as otherwise explicitly provided in this Development Agreement, the ordinances, roles, regulations and official policies governing permitted uses of the Project Site, the density and intensity of such uses, and design, improvement, and construction standards and specifications applicable to development of the Project, shall be the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements and those ordinances of the CITY, as implemented by this Development Agreement, roles, regulations and official policies, but only to the extent that they are consistent with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements, as modified and/or amended by this Development Agreement (the "Existing Laws"), except that the CITY's street improvement, lighting, storm drain, and Americans With Disabilities Act ("ADA") standards shall be followed, and the landscape standards applicable shall be those specified in this Development Agreement, and/or the CITY's standards. In the event of any conflict between the CITY's ordinances, rules, regulations and official policies and the Existing Laws, then the Existing Laws shall control. The CITY shall not be prevented in subsequent actions applicable to the Project, from applying new ordinances, rules, regulations, and policies in effect ("Future Policies") to the extent that they do not conflict with the Existing Laws. Such conflict shall be deemed to occur if, without limitation, such Future Policies: (i) modify the permitted types of land uses, the density or intensity of use, the maximum height or size of proposed buildings on the property, building and yard setback requirements, or impose requirements for the construction or provision of on-site or off-site improvements or the reservation or dedication of land for public use, or the payment of fees or the imposition of exactions, other than as are in each case specifically provided for in this Development Agreement; (ii) prevent the Property Owner from obtaining all necessary approvals, permits, certificates or other entitlements at such dates and under such circumstances as the Property Owner would otherwise be entitled under this Development Agreement; (iii) prevent or inhibit Property Owner from commencing, continuing and finishing on a timely basis the construction and development of the Project or timely satisfaction of Property Owner's obligations under this Development Agreement, in the manner contemplated by this Development Agreement; and/or (iv) render any conforming use of the Project Site a non-conforming use or any structure on the Project Site a non-conforming structure. C. Design and Infrastxucture Issues 1. Gated Community Rancho Etiwanda Estates is approved as a private gated comnnmity, including formation of a Homeowners Association which shall own and be responsible for maintenance of common area streets and related purposes, drainage facilities, interim detention basin, utility easements, landscaping and walls within Rancho Etiwanda Estates. 2. Street Sections The CITY desires that the design of Day Creek Boulevard street sections be modified for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements, to accommodate a wider landscape setback along the east and south side of Day Creek Boulevard. Property Owner agrees to modify the design of street sections as depicted on Exhibit"C~l","C-2","C-3" and "C4"". The improvements for Day Creek Boulevard shall be reviewed and approved by the City Planner and City Engineer. 3. Dry Utilities The Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements do not require that Burd vaults be installed and the CITY and Property Owner agree that no Burd vaults will be required throughout the Project Site. 4. LMD No. 7 Slopes Streetscape plans depicting slopes ( as shown on Extfibits "D-I" and "D-2") on Day Creek Boulevard in Landscape Maintenance District No. 7 ("LMD No. 7" ) shall be reviewed and approved by She CITY. 2H:IV slopes may be permitted for up to Twenty (20) feet in height. Hardscape above the Fifteen (15) foot height, retaining walls and/or crib walls may be used at the discretion of the City Planner and City ~ngineer. Proposed specific slope txeatments which shall be applied to the slopes in LMD No. 7 are depicted on Exhibits "D- 1" and "D-2" 5. Homeowners Association and Private Intract Slopes Inttact streetscape plans depicting slopes on Homeowner Association and private slopes shall be reviewed and approved by CITY. 2H: 1V slopes may be permitted up to Forty Five (45) feet in height may be used upon review and approval with City Planner with retaining walls and/or crib walls as approved by the City Engineer and City Planner. Proposed specific slope treatments which shall be applied are depicted on Exhibits "E- l'', "E-2" and "E-3". 6. Circulation Issues and Fees a. Transportation Fee/Traffic Impacts Analysis Circulation improvements necessary to serve the area in and around the Project Site, currently within the CITY, are generally depicted on Exhibit "F- 1 ." The CITY agrees to establish a circulation fee for the Project depicted on Exhibit" F-9" as a mechanism to reimburse the Rancho Etiwanda Property Owner for construction of infrastructure in excess of Rancho Etiwanda Property Owner's fair share. The fee shall be calculated on a per-acre basis, with the cost of the infrastructure allocated to the benefitting properties. Exhibit "F-4" depicts the benefitting properties and their respective fair share. Exhibit "F-5" through "F-8" depict the estimated costs of the infrastructure. Exhibit "F-2" and "F-3" depicts the street cross-sections. Property Owner shall pay the fee. In addition, Property Owner will be constructing additional regional transportation improvements depicted on Exhibits "F-10" and "F-11". Upon formation ora Community Facilities District ("CFD") Property Owner may inchide fl~is cost as part of the CFD fmancing. Rancho Etiwanda Estates shall not be obligated to participate in any fair share contribution for Transportation Impact Analysis Fees ("TIA") to City for transportation improvements within City. b. Other Circulation Improvements The CITY has requested and the Property owner has agreed to: (i) Construct Day Creek Boulevard from the northerly terminus of Rancho Etiwanda to Etiwanda Avenue, as depicted on Exhibit "C-1" and to complete the work by the date of issuance of the 150th building permit on the Property or first certificate of occupancy or to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. (ii) Construct Etiwanda Avenue from the southeastern boundary of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, north to Day Creek Bird, as depicted on Exhibit "C-I' and to complete the work by the date of issuance of the 150t~ building permit on the Property or first certificate of occupancy or to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. (iii) If adjacent projects fail to extend Day Creek Boulevard from State Route 30 to Rancho Etiwanda Estates, Project Owner and CITY will process Development Agreement Amendment to address additional offsite infrastructure and acquisition or right-of-way required for Project. Project owner will be responsible for acquiring right-of-way and constxucting Day Creek Boulevard to State Route 30. (iv) CITY will support deletion of Efiwanda Avenue north of Day Creek Btulevard depicted on Exhibit "C-I". CITY also discourages construction access on Etiwanda Avenue and any interim construction access must be approved by City Engineer. 7. Storm Drains/Park Fee/Equestrian Fee CITY approves constxuction, by Property Owner, of an "Interim Detention Basin" located as shown conceptually on Exhibit "G". The Interim Detention Basin shall dedicated to CITY and maintained by LMD No. 7 until the Project is connected to the completed COUNTY/CITY storm drain in the future. Upon recording of the first final map for the Project, Property Owner shall pay a fee to CITY in the amount of $50,000 for future Detention Basin improvements. Interim Detention Basin shall be landscaped by Project Owner as depicted on Exhibit "G". (i) According to the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements, the regional and secondary portion of the Etiwanda/San Sevaine drainage fee shall be paid by Property Owner to the COUNTY, if required. (ii) No CITY storm drain fees shall apply based upon the constzuction of project entitlements, interim detention basin, and construction of storm drain improvements by Property Owner. (iii) Property Owner will pay City a sum totaling $4,171,200 for park purposes. The sum will be paid from CFD formation and funding and prior to recording of the first final map. (iv) Property Owner will pay City a sum totaling $632,000.00 (based upon $1,000.00 per unit calculated upon a minimum 632 housing units) for equesU'ian proposes The sum will be paid from CFD formation and funding and prior to recording of the first final map. 8. Grading The Project is exempt from the CITY Hillside Grading Ordinance and Etiwanda North Specific Plan grading requirements. Property Owner will cooperate with City Planner and City Engineer to develop Project grading standards. 9. Development Standards The Development Standards set minimum requirements, however, the intent of the Project to develop compatible with the CITY's Low Residential District within the Development Code. (i) Lot Area: Single Family (SF 7,200 minimum. (ii) Width: Sixty (60) feet minimum, measured across building set back line of lot. Width may vary dependant upon lot size. (iii) Coverage: Building: 40% maximum of lot area for building structures. Paving, driveways, patios, or pools shall not be calculated as part of building coverage. (iii) Building Setbacks: a) Front Yard: Should be staggered with a minimum Eighteen (l 8) feet with an average of Twenty (20) feet throughout the Tentative Tract, as measured from the R.O.W. b) Side Yard: Fifteen feet minimum building separation is required with minimum Five feet and Ten feet side yards measured from property lines. c) Rear Yard: Fifteen feet minimum useable d) Garage Placement: Where garages are entered from local streets and the garage doors face the street, the setback shall be a minimum of Twenty (20) feet from the back of the sidewalk. Where garages are entered from local streets and the garage doors do not face the street (side entry garages ) the setback shall be Ten (10) feet minimum from back of the sidewalk. (v) Building Height: Two story Thirty Five feet maximum (vi) Number of Housing Units: Project entitlements shall include Six Hundred Thirty Two (632) housing units. 10. Design Review Process The Project shall be subject to CITY design review process with the exception of City Hillside Grading ordinance and Etiwanda North Specific Plan grading requirements. 11. Open Space Transfer Plan Property Owner will transfer to the County of San Bemardino, in fee, 86 acres ('A of a 172 acre parcel) of off-site land for permanent open space, along with funding in the amount of $110,000 to provide for long term maintenance of said land. The transfer and funding shall occur upon recording of the first final map of the Project. Other land transfers and funding may occur to others as part of open space transfer plan. 12. Architectural Guidelines Project will be subject to the Architectural Guidelines of Rancho Etiwanda Project. D. Timing of Development and Fees 1. Development of Remainder of Project Site Neither Property Owner nor CITY can presently predict when or the rate at which phases of the Project Site shall be developed, since such decisions depend upon numerous factors which are not within the control of Property Owner including, without limitation, market orientation and demand, interest rates, absorption, competition, and other factors. The Parties acknowledge and agree that Property Owner retains flexibility under this Development Agreement to develop the Project in such order and at such rate and times as are appropriate within the exercise of the Property Owner's business judgment. The CITY further acknowledges that Property Owner may deske to market, sell, or otherwise arrange for disposition of some or all of the Project Site, prior to development, and that the rate at which the Project develops will likely depend upon the business judgement of subsequent owners of the Project Site. 2. CITY's Cooperation CITY shall use good faith, diligent efforts to promptly process and take final action on any applications for permits or approvals filed by Property Owner with respect to the Project. Such cooperation shall include, without limitation, (a) using good faith, diligent efforts to process subsequent DevelopmenffDesign Review in accordance with state regulations; and (b) promptly processing all ministerial permits in accordance with Section 2I below. Without limiting the effect of any other provision of this Development Agreement, any future regulation, whether adopted by initiative or otherwise, limiting the rate or timing of development of the Project Site or the extent thereof, shall be deemed to conflict with Property Owner's vested rights to develop the Project under this Development Agreement and shall, to that extent, not apply to the development of the Project. Processing and review of development proposals shall be subject to established procedures in effect in the entire CITY, including Development and Design Review, as specified in the Existing Laws. However, the criteria used in the evaluation of each development proposal shall be based on the objectives, policies and specific development standards specified herein. 3. Force Majeure Notwithstanding an3ahing to the contrary contained in this Development Agreement, Property Owner and CITY shall be excused from performance of their obligations under this Development Agreement during any period of delay caused by acts of God or civil commotion, riots, strikes, picketing, or other labor disputes, shortage of materials or supplies, or damage to or prevention of work by reason of fire, floods, earthquake, or other casualties, litigation, acts or neglect of the other party, economic consideration or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of CITY or Property Owner, as applicable. The time of performance of such obligations as well as the term of this Development Agreement shall automatically be extended by the period of such delay hereunder. E. Future Entitlements With respect to any entitlements that Property Owner may require in the future, including, without limitation, tentative tract and parcel map approvals, conditional use permits, and Development/Design Review, the CITY shall retain its discretionary review authority and the CITY's applicable ordinances, rules, regulations and official policies. However, any such discretionary review shall be expressly subject to the provisions of this Development Agreement and the CITY may only impose conditions upon such discretionary entitlements which are consistent with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements as approved by this Development Agreement, except as otherwise specifically required by state or federal law. F. Environmental Review Other than the mitigation measures and conditions of approval set forfia in the SE1R and the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements (and any additional future mitigation programs contemplated therein), no other mitigation measures for environmental impacts created by the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, as presently approved and as evaluated hi the SEIR, shall be required. In connection with the CITY's issuance of any further entitlement (as contemplated in Section 2F above), which is subject to CEQA, the CITY shall promptly commence and diligently process any and all initial studies and assessments required by CEQA, and to the extent permitted by CEQA, the CITY shall use and adopt the SEIR and other existing environmental reports and studies as adequately addressing the environmental impacts of such matter or ma~ers, without requiring new or supplemental environmental documentation. In the event CEQA requires any additional environmental review, the CITY may impose additional measures (or conditions) to mitigate, as permitted by CEQA, the adverse environmental impacts of such future entitlements, which were not considered at the time of approval of the Project; provided, however, that: (i) Unless required by state or federal law, no new or additional mitigation measures shall be imposed as a result of any Future Policies; and (ii) The CITY agrees and acknowledges that the TIA incorporated in the SEIR has fully analyzed the traffic projected to be generated from the Rancho Etiwanda Project, and in accordance with all applicable legal requirements including, without limitation, the TIA Guidelines set forth in the San Bernardino County Congestion Management Plan ("CMP"), no additional traffic impact analysis shall be required for development of the Project Site as long as the number of vehicle trips generated do not exceed the vehicle trips evaluated hi the TIA analysis. In the event and at such time as the Project generates more vehicle trips than analyzed in the TIA, the CITY may require a new traffic impact analysis in accordance with such CMP standards as may exist at such time. Except in such event (and except for such traffic circulation/site-access analysis as may be reasonably required to determine the configuration and aligmnent of Streets adjacent or internal to the Project), no further traffic impact analyses shall be required by the CITY with respect to implementation of the Project. G. CITY Fees and Mandates by State or Federal Laws The Parties acknowledge and agree that the fees and impositions which may potentially be imposed by the CITY on the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project and Property Owner (collectively, "Fees") fall within one of three categories: (a) fees for processing land use and constxuction permit applications which are not otherwise governed by the provisions of Section 66000 of the Government Code (but which are subject to the limitations set forth in Sections 66013, 66014 and 66016-66018.5 of the Government Code) (collectively, the "Processing Fees"); (b) fees or other monetary exactions which are contemplated under ordinances or resolutions in effect as of the date of this Development Agreement and which purport to defray all or a portion of the cost of impacts to certain public facilities, improvements and other amenities from development projects, including any fees described in Government Code Sections 66000 et seq. (collectively, the "Existing Fee Categories") (the Existing Fee Categories include any increases, decreases, or other modifications to existing fees, so long as such modified fees relate to the same category of impacts identified in the Existing Fee Categories); and (c) fees or other monetary exactions which may be imposed in the future by the CITY for purposes of defraying all or a portion of the cost of public facilities, improvements, or amenities related to development projects, but excluding the Existing Fee Categories ("Other Fees"). The Property Owner's obligation to pay Fees shall be specifically governed by the following provisions: 1. Processing Fees. The CITY may charge Planning and Engineering Plan Check and Permit Fees and BuikYmg Permit Fees which are in force and effect on a CITY-wide basis at the time of Property Owner's application for a land use entitlement or a construction permit. The amount of any Processing Fees shall be determined by the CITY in accordance with all applicable laws inchicYmg, without limitation, Government Code Sections 66013, 66014 and 66017-66018.5 (or any successor laws, as applicable). Unless otherwise agreed by Property Owner and the CITY, the Processing Fees assessed Property Owner shall be the same as those imposed upon other development projects throughout jurisdictional limits of the CITY. 2. Existing Fee Categories. As set forth above, the CITY agrees that certain fee categories, (including, without limitation, txansportation improvement fees, storm drain improvement fees, and park fees) have been or will be met by Property Owner through the construction of improvements or funding. In consideration of the constxucfion costs and funding to be borne by Property Owner, CITY will not collect a Beautification Fee from the development of the Rancho Efiwanda Estates Project. Neither Propexty Owner nor the Project shall be subject to any additional CITY imposed fees, impositions or monetary exactions with respect to any Existing Fee Categories, for a period often (10) years following the effective date of this Agreement. The period during which fees within any Existing Fee Categories are limited as described in this section (and as further applied in paragraph 3 below) is referred to hereinafter as the "Fee Limitation Period." 3. Other Fees. In consideration of the Property Owner's agreement to modify the Rancho Efiwanda Estates Project Entitlements as specifically set forth in this Development Agreement and implement the timing of development in accordance with the terms set forth above, no other Fees shall be imposed upon Property Owner or the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project during the applicable Fee Limitation Period, except as may be specifically required to carry out any state or federal law or mandate enacted after the effective date of this Development Agreement, as necessary to mitigate environmental impacts of the project in accordance with Section 2G above. Even in those cases where Properly Owner or the Project may be required to pay Other Fees, any such Other Fees shall be limited to Property Owner's fair share contribution to impacts created by the Project, shall not discriminate against Property Owner (as compared to other property owners in the CITY) and shall not duplicate any Exactions or other mitigation or fees contributed or paid by Property Owner or the Project, or borne by property Owner or the Project thxough in-lieu construction. 4. Fiscal Impact Analysis. CITY does not require Property Owner or the Project to complete a fiscal analysis for application or issuance of any approvals or permits that CITY might issue under this Development Agreement. H. Non-Discretionary Permits The Parties acknowledge that in the course of implementing the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, Property Owner will, from time to time, apply to the CITY for various ministerial permits, licenses, consents, certificates, and approvals, including, without limitation, non-discretinnary subdivision approvals, grading permits, construction permits, certificates of occupancy and permits required to connect the Project to utility systems under the CITY's jurisdiction (collectively, the "Non-Discretionary permits"). Property Owner shall have the right to apply for any such Non-Discretionary Permits in accordance with the Existing Laws (and any applicable Future Policies under Section 2B, above). The CITY shall issue to Property Owner, upon such applications, all required Non-Discretionary Permits, subject only to compliance with the terms of this Development Agreement, the CITY's Existing Laws (and any applicable Future Policies under Section 2B above) and payment of CITY's usual and cnstornary fees and charges for such applications and Non-Discretionary Permits (subject to the provisions of Section H above). The CITY further agrees that upon its approval of any plans, specifications, design drawings, maps, or other submittals of Property Owner in connection with such Non-Discretionary Permits (the "Approved Plans"), all further entitlements, approvals and consents required fi'om the CITY to implement the Project which are consistent with and further implement such Approved Plans, shall be expeditiously processed and approved by the CITY in accordance with this Development Agreement. I. Cooperation 1. Cooperation With Other Public Agencies The CITY acknowledges that Property Owner may apply from time to time for permits and approvals as may be required by other governmental or quasi-governmental agencies having jurisdiction over the Rancho Efiwanda Estates Project, in connection with the development of or provision of services to the Project, including, without limitation, approvals in connection with developing and implementing a tertiary water system, potential transportation improvements and other on-site and off-site infrastructure. The CITY shall cooperate with Property Owner in its efforts to obtain such permits and approvals from such agencies (including, without limitation, the Cucamonga County Water District, and the Inland Empire Utilities Agency, and shall provide any documents or certificates reasonably required to process and obtain such permits and approvals. 2. Construction of Off-Site Improvements To the extent that Property Owner is required to construct any off-site improvements as a condition of developing the Project, the Property Owner shall make good faith, diligent efforts to acquire any off- site property interests required to constxuct such public improvements. If Property Owner fails to do so, Property Owner shall, at least 120 days prior to submittal of the first final subdivision map for approval, enter into an agreement to complete the improvements under Government Code Section 66462 at such time as the CITY acquires the property interests required for the public improvements. Such agreement shall provide for payment by Property Owner of all costs incurred by the CITY to acquire the off-site property interests required in connection with the subdivision. Security for a portion of those costs shall be in the form of a cash deposit in the amount stated in an appraisal report obtained by Property Owner, at Property Owner's cost. The appraiser shall have been approved by the CITY prior to commencement of the appraisal. To the extent that such off- site improvements, or the construction of any substantial infrastxucture on-site, substantially benefit other property owners or other portions of the jurisdiction of limits of the CITY, the CITY agrees to assist Property Owner to the fullest extent possible in obtaining reimbursement or other fair share contribution by such other benefitted property owners. Such assistance may include, without limitation, conditioning the approval of development projects proposed by such benefitted property owners upon such owners' contxibution, on a fair share, pro-rata basis, to the construction costs of such improvemems. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the CITY agrees that with respect to the infi'astructure improvements, which are adjacent to and benefit other properties (whether such properties are undeveloped or developed), any further discretionary approvals sought by such property owners shall be conditioned !o require fair share reimbursement to Property Owner for construction and related costs incurred in providing such ~mprovements to the extent legally permissible. 3. Public Financing The Parties hereby acknowledge that substantial public improvements must be funded in order to contribute to the Park Fee and Equestrian and School fees and the remainder of the Project Site and that public financing of a substantial portion of these improvements will be critical to the economic viability of the .I~I elo En~n t Agoeement 6-07-01.ed Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project. Subject to the CITY's ability to make all findings required by applicable law and complying with all applicable legal procedures and requirements, the CITY agrees to cooperate with and assist Property Owner to the fullest extent possible m developing and implementing a public financing plan for the construction of the pubhc infraslmcmre improvements. The implementation of such plan may include, without limitation, the formation of one or more assessment districts, or Mello-Roos community facilities districts, or the issuance of bunds, certificates of participation, or other debt securities necessary to implement such plan. The Parties acknowledge that it is Property Owner's intention to request that the Etiwanda School Dislrict or City of Rancho Cucamonga act as the lead agency for the plan, possibly with a joint powers agreement with CITY, for school facilities fees, the Park funding, Equestrian funding, n'ansportation fees and other CITY facilities. All formation costs shall be borne by Property Owner subject to reimbursement by the Community Facilities District. J. Inclusion into LMD No. 7 The CITY and Property Owner agree that the Property shall be included within the existing and established Landscape Maintenance District No. 7 ("LMD No. 7") upon recording of the individual final maps of the Project. LIVID No. 7 will be responsible for the landscape maintenance of Day Creek Boulevard and Interim Detention Basin. Section 3. ANNUAL REVIEW A. Good Faith Compliance Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65865.1, the CITY shall, once every twelve (12) months during the term of this Development Agreement, review the extent of good faith substantial compliance by Property Owner with the terms of this Development Agreement; provided, however, that it is intended that this review shall apply to the Project Site as a whole, as opposed to each individual Property Owner who may own a parcel comprising the Project Site. In connection with such annual review, Property Owner shall provide such information as may be reasonably requested by the CITY in order to determine whether any provisions of this Agreement have been breached by Property Owner. If at any time prior to the review period there is an issue concerning a Property Owner's compliance with the terms of this Development Agreement, the provisions of this Section 3 will apply. B. Certificate of Compliance If Property Owner is found to be in compliance with this Development Agreement after annual review, the City Planner shall, upon written request by Property Owner, issue a certificate of compliance ("Certificate of Compliance") to Property Owner stating that based upon information known to the CITY, the Development Agreement remains in effect and Property Owner is not in default. The Certificate of Compliance shall be in recordable form and shall contain such information as shall impart consta'ucfive record notice of compliance. Property Owner may record the Certificate of Compliance in the Official Records of the County of San Bemardino. C. Finding of Default If, upon completion of the annual review, the City Planner intends to find that Property Owner has not complied in good faith with the material terms of this Development Agreement (a "Default"), he shall fast give written notice to such effect to Property Owner. The notice shall be accompanied by copies of all staffreports, staff recommendations and other information concerning Property Owner's compliance with the terms of this Development Agreement as the CITY may possess and which is relevant to determining Property Owner's performance under this Development Agreement. The notice shall specify in detail the grounds and all facts allegedly demonstrating such noncompliance, so Property Owner may address the issues raised on a point-by-point basis. Property Owner shall have twenty (20) days afrer its receipt of such notice to file a written response with the City Planner. Within 10 days afrer the expiration of such 20-day response period, the City Planner shall notify Property Owner whether he has determined that Property Owner is in Default under this Development Agreement ("Notice of Default"). Such Notice of Default shall specify the instances in which Property Owner has allegedly failed to comply with this Development Agreement and the terms under which compliance can be obtained. The Notice of Default shall also specify a reasonable time for Propelty Owner to meet the terms of compliance, which time shall not be less than thirty (30) days from the date of the Notice of Default, and which shall be reasonably related to the time necessary to bring Property Owner's performance into good faith compliance. D. Right to Appeal Upon receipt of a Notice of Default, Property Owner may appeal the City Planner's decision directly to the City Council. Such appeal shall be initiated by filing a written notice of appeal with the City Clerk within ten (10) calendar days following Property Owner's receipt of the Notice of Default. The hearing on such appeal shall be scheduled in accordance with Section 17.02.080 of the CITY's Development Code. At the hearing, Property Owner shall be entitled to submit evidence and to address all of the issues raised by the Notice of Default. If, after considering all of the evidence presented at the hearing, the City Council finds and determines on the basis of substantial evidence that Property Owner is in Default, then the City Council shall specify in writing to Property Owner the instances in which Property Owner has failed to comply and the terms under which compliance can be obtained, and shall also specify a reasonable time for Property Owner to meet the terms of compliance, which time shall not be less than thirty (30) days from the date of such writing ftom the City Council and which shall be reasonably related to the time necessary to bring Property Owner's performance into good faith compliance. E. Property Owner's Cure Rights If Property Owner is in Default under this Development Agreement, it shall have a reasonable period of time to cure such Default before action is taken by the CITY to terminate this Development Agreement or to otherwise amend or limit Property Owner's rights under this Development Agreement. In no event shall such cure period be less than the time set forth in the finding of Defanlt made under Sections 3C or 3D above (as applicable) or less than the time reasonably necessary to cure such Default. Any such cure period shall be extended by the force majeure circumstances described in Section 2D5 above. Section 4. ENFORCEMENT A. Enforceable by Either Party Subject to all requirements mandated by applicable state or federal or other law, this Development Agreement shall be enforceable by any of the Parties. B. Cumulative Remedies In addition to any other fights or remedies, any of the Parties may institute legal action to cure, correct or remedy any Default (to the extent otherwise permitted herein and in Government Code Section 65864 et seq. or any successor laws and regulations), to enforce any covenant or agreement herein in this Development Agreement or to enjoin any threatened or attempted violation, including suits for declaratory relief, specific performance, and relief in the nature of mandamus. All of the remedies described above shall be cumulative and not exclusive of one another, and the exercise of any one or more of the remedies shall not constitute a waiver or election with respect to any other available remedy. The provisions of this Section 4B are not intended to modify other provisions of this Development Agreement and are not intended to provide additional remedies not otherwise permitted by law. C. Attorneys' Fees In any legal proceedings brought by either party to enforce any covenant or any of the Parties' rights or remedies under this Development Agreement including, without limitation, any action for declaratory or equitable relief, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees and all reasonable costs, expenses and disbursements in connection with such action. Any such attorneys' fees and other expenses incurred by either of the Parties in enforcing a judgment in its favor under this Development Agreement, shall be recoverable separately from and in addition to any other amonnt included in such judgment, and such attorneys' fees obligation is intended to be severable from the other provisions of this Development Agreement and to survive and not be merged into any such judgment. Section 5. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Successors and Assigns Subject to the provisions of Sectiun lC above, the terms of this Development Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Parties, and their successors and assigns. Insofar as this Development Agreement refers to Property Owner, as defined herein, if the rights under this Development Agreement are assigned, the term "Property Owner" shall refer to any such successor or assign. B. Project as a Private Undertaking It is specifically understood and agreed by and between the Parties that the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project is a private development, that neither party is acting as the agent of the other in any respect under this Development Agreement, and that each of the Parties is an independent contracting entity with respect to the terms, covenants and conditions contained in this Development Agreement. No parmership, joint venture or other association of any kind is formed by this Development Agreement. The only relationship between the CITY and Proper~y Owner is that of a government entity regulating the development of private property and the owner of such private property. C. Captions The captions of this Development Agreement are for convenience and reference only and shall in no way define, explain, modify, construe, limit, amplify or aid in the interpretation, conslractinn or meaning of any of the provisions of this Development Agreement. D. Mortgagee Protection 1. Discretion to Encumber. This Development Agreement shall not prevent or limit Property Owner, in any manner, at Property Owner's sole discretion, from encumbering the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project or any portion of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project or any improvement on the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, by any mortgage, deed of u'nst or other security device securing financing with respect to all or any part of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project or any improvement thereon (a "Mortgage"). 2. Effect of Default. This Development Agreement shall be superior and senior to any Mortgage subsequently placed upon the Property, or any portion thereof, or any improvement thereon, including the lien of any mortgage or deed of t~ust. Despite the foregoing, breach of any provision of this Development Agreement shall not defeat, render invalid, diminish or impair the lien of any Mortgage made in good faith and for value. 3. Mortgagee Not Obligated. Notwithstanding anything in this Development Agreement to the contrary, (a) any holder of the beneficial interest under a Mortgage ("Mortgagee") may acquire title to or possession of all or any portion of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project or any improvement thereon pursuant to the remedies provided by its Mortgage, whether by judicial or nonjudicial foreclosure, deed in lieu of foreclosure, or otherwise, and such Mortgagee shall not have any obligation under this Development Agreement to conslruct, fund or otherwise perform any affirmative obligation or affmmafive covenant of Property Owner hereunder or to guarantee such performance, and Mortgagee may, after acquiring title to all or any portion of the Project as aforesaid, assign or otherwise ~-ansfer the Project or any such portion thereof to any person or entity, and upon the giving of notice of such assignment or transfer to the CITY and the assumption by the assignee or transferee of the obligations of the Property Owner with respect to the Property or portion thereof so acquired which arise or accrue from and after the date of assignment or transfer, Mortgagee shall be relieved and discharged of and from any and all further obligations or liabilities under this Development Agreement with respect to the Project or portion thereof so assigned or transferred; and (b) the consent of CITY shall not be required for the acquisition of all or any portion of the Project by any pmchaser at a foreclosure sale conducted pursuant to the terms of any Mortgage, and such purchaser shall, by virtue of acquiring title to the Project or such portion thereof, be deemed to have assumed all obligations of Property Owner with respect to the Project or portion thereof so acquired which arise or accrue subsequent to the date of purchase, but such purchaser shall not be responsible for any prior defaults of Property Owner; provided, however, that in either of the instances referred to in clauses (a) and (b) above, to the extent any obligation or covenant to be performed by Property Owner is a condition to the granting of a specific benefit or to the performance of a specific covenant by CITY, the performance thereof shall continue to be a condition precedent to the CITY's granting of such benefit and performance of such covenant hereunder. · 4. Notice of Default to Mortgagee: Right of Mortgagee to Cure Ifa Mortgagee files with the CITY Clerk, a written notice requesting a copy of any Notice of Default given Property Owner under this Development Agreement and specifying the address for delivery thereof, then the CITY shall deliver to such Mortgagee, concurrently with delivery thereof to Property Owner, any notice given to Property Owner with respect to any claim of the CITY that Property Owner has not complied with the terms of this Development Agreement or is otherwise in Default under this Development Agreement. Each such Mortgagee shall have the right (but not the obligation) for a period of thirty (30) days after the expiration of any cure period given to Property Owner with respect to such Default, to cure such default; provided, however, that if any such Default cannot, with diligence, be remedied or cured within such thirty (30) day period, then such Mortgagee shall have such additional time as may be reasonably necessary to remedy or cure such Default, if such Mortgagee commences to remedy or cure within such thirty (30) day period, and thereafter diligently pursues and completes such remedy or cure. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the Default is of a nature which can only be cured by Mortgagee by obtaining possession, such Mortgagee shall be deemed to have remedied or cured such Default if such Mortgagee shall, within such thirty (30) day period, commence efforts to obtain possession and carry the same forward with diligence and continuity through implementation of foreclosure, appointment of a receiver or otherwise, and shall thereafter remedy or cure or commence to remedy or cure the Default within the cure period specified in Section 3E above. 5. Banlffuptcy. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 5D4 above, ifa Mortgagee is prohibited from commencing or prosecuting foreclosure or other appropriate proceedings in the nature thereof to obtain possession of the Project Site by any process or injunction issued by any court or by reason of any action by any court having jurisdiction of any banla~uptcy or insolvency proceeding involving Property Owner, Mortgagee shall for the purposes of this Development Agreement be deemed to be proceeding with diligence and continuity to obtain possession of the Property during the period of such prohibition if Mortgagee is proceeding diligently to terminate such prohibition. 6. Amendment to Development Agreement. The CITY and Property Owner agree not to modify or amend this Development Agreement or to allow this Development Agreement to be modified or amended in any way, or cancel this Development Agreement, without the prior written consent of each Mortgagee, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. Notx¥ithstanding anything stated above to the contrary, the CITY and Property Owner shall cooperate in including in this Development Agreement, by suitable implementing agreement from time to time, any provision which may reasonably be requested by a proposed Mortgagee for the purpose of implementing the mortgagee-protectiun provisions contained in this Development Agreement and allowing such Mortgagee reasonable means to protect or preserve the lien of the Mortgage on the occurrence ora default under the terms of this Development Agreement. The CITY and Property Owner each agree to execute and deliver (and to acknowledge, if necessary, for recording purposes) any implementing agreement necessary to effect such request; provided, however, that any such implementing agreement shall not in any material respect adversely effect any rights of the CITY under this Devehipmem Agreement or be materially inconsistent with the substantive provisions of this Development Agreement, the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Entitlements and the Existing Laws. E. Consent Where the consent or approval of any of the Parties is required in or necessary under this Development Agreement, unless the context otherwise indicates, such consent or approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. F. Entire Agreement This Development Agreement and the documents attached to and referred to in this Development Agreement constitute the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter of this Development Agreement. G. Further Actions and Instruments Each of the Parties shall cooperate with and provide reasonable assistance to the other to the extent contemplated under this Development Agreement in the performance of all obligations under this Development Agreement and the satisfaction of the conditions of this Development Agreement. H. Governing Law This Development Agreement including, without limitation, its existence, validity, construction and operation, and the rights of each of the Parties shall be determined in accordance with the laws of the State of California. I. Recording The CITY Clerk shall cause a copy of this Development Agreement to be recorded in the office of the Recorder of the County of San Bemardino no later than ten (10) days following the effective date of this Development Agreement. J. Time Time is of the essence in this Development Agreement and of each and every term and condition of this Development Agreement. K. Waiver The failure of any of the Parties at any time to seek redress for any violation of this Development Agreement or any applicable law or regulation or to insist upon the strict performance of any term or condition shall not prevent any subsequent act or omission of the same or similar nature which would have originally constituted a breach of or default under this Development Agreement from having all the force and effect of an original breach or default, and such subsequent act or omission may be proceeded against to the fullest extent provided by this Development Agreement. No provision of this Development Agreement shall be deemed to have been waived by a party unless the waiver is in writing and signed by any of the Parties. L. Partial Invalidity If any term, covenant, condition or provision of this Development Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remainder of the provisions of this Development Agreement shall remain in full force and effect and shall in no way be affected, impaired or invalidated thereby. M. Notices All notices between the CITY and Property Owner and any txansferee under this Development Agreement, shall be in writing and shall be given by personal delivery, mail or facsimile. Notice by personal delivery or facsimile shall be deemed effective upon the delivery of such notice to the party for which it is intended at the address set forth below (or, in the case ora transferee, at the address specified by such transferee in a written notice to CITY). Notice by mail shall be deemed effective upon receipt or rejection of the addressee. The Parties' current address are as follows: To CITY: City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730 Atto: City Manager With copies to: Mr. James Markman City Attorney Richards, Watson & Gershon One Civic Center Circle Brea, California 92821 To Property Owner: A & J Resources Inc. 1100 Avondale Rd. San Marinn, California 91108 Atto: Mr. Tony Yeh With copies to: 1. Ben C. Anderson Inc. 4901 Birch S~-eet, Suite C Newport Beach, California 92660 Arm: Mr. Ben Anderson 2. Hirnmelstein & Associates P.C. 1200 Cliff Drive Newport Beach, California 92663 Atto: Cheryl Ice, Esquire Either of the Parties may change its mailing address or the person to whom notices are to be sent at any time by giving written notice of such change to the other of the Parties in the manner provided above. N. Indemnification Property Owner hereby agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the CITY and its Council members, representatives, agents, officers, attorneys, and employees (the "Indemnified Parties") fi.om and against any third party claim, action, or proceeding against the Indenmified Parties to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this Development Agreement; provided, however, that Property Owner's obligations under this Section are subject to and conditioned upon the CITY and Property Owner entering into a mutually satisfactory joint defense agreement under which the CITY shall cooperate fully with Property Owner in the defense of any such claim, action or proceeding, Property Owner will be entitled to coordinate and direct the prosecution and defense of such claim, action, or proceeding, and Property Owner shall retain settlement authority with respect thereto. The CITY and Property Owner agree not to unreasonably withhold or delay their approval of such joint defense agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have duly executed this Development Agreement as of the day and year first above written. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA A & J Resources., Inc. a California corporation By:. By: Mayor Name: Tony Yeh Its: President ATTESTED TO: City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney Attorneys for A & J Resources, Inc. EXHIBITS EXHIBIT "A" TH~ $OUTEI (a) ~ ~y ~0 ~ OP ~ so~ 114 BEOI~NG AT ~ ~ON O~ ~ Al,SO BEING NOR'FH 0 DF~G. 00' 32' EAST. $181.00 i='{~T, MEASURED ALONG ~ ~OM A PO~ 1-~ co~ ~YOR'S MO~ bEi= AT ~ SO~ OF S~ SG~ON ~; ~ NOR~ 89 DBO. ~' 58' ~ A~NG ~ p~T_T~ ~. A ~. ~98.69 ~ ~ A ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ OF ~ SE~ON 20. S~ ~O NOR~ 0 D~. 1~ 21" ~. 1~.13 ~l. ~ ~NO ~ ~ ~ A FO~ l-l~ ~ ~ ~YOR'G ~O~ ~ AT ~ SO~ CO~ OF ~ ~ON ~. ~ ~ ~O B~G ~ 0 D~. 15' 21" ~. 33~.35 ~U~ A~NG ~D ~ ~ ~OM A PO~ I-1~ ~ CO~ ' MONU~ S~ AT ~ NOR~ CO~R OF S~ ~ON 20. ~ NOR~ 1~ OF ~NOR~ 1/4 OF ~ON ~. ~S~ I NOR~. ~OE SAN B~INO ~ ~ ~N. ~ ~ CO~ OP S~ ~INO. ~A~ S~OR ~ DA{~ NO~ {m, ~O ~C~O ~OM ~T ~R~ON OF ~ NOR~ I/4 OF ~ NOR~ ~I~, L~O ~y OF A ~ D~C~ ~ pOl_lO~: BEG~G ~ - NOR~ 1/4 ~ A ~ ~T ~ P~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~-l' ~-~y~.. NOR~y ~ONO ~ .p~[_T_~ ~E TO A ~ ~T IS 470 ~ DA~ M~CH 12. 1~4 ~ ~0~ED IN BOOK ~7. PAGB 2~. OF~ ~CO~ ~~Y~oFs~ ~O~,450~t.~E. ~A ~T P~L ~ ~ 435 ~ ~S-t=~y. ~U~ AT ~G~ ~O~ ~OM ~T ~R~ON OF ~ NOR~ ~/2. OF ~ NOR~ I/4 OF ~ON ~. ~S~ I ~PRO~ BY ~ ~OR GE~ NOiR 13. i885. L~G.NORT~y OF ~CO~ ~ I. l~, ~ ~ ~ISON CO~ ~C~o ~OM ~ SOny ~0 ~ ~OF. wF;(~) ~ V^C,,,.T m*.CT ~4~9 ALLARD ENGINEERING EXHIBIT RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES LANE) USE PLAN LAYOUT · ........ ij 'n'P. L.A.D.W.P. S. C. E. TYP, c5 G' 05 )wP. Preliminary RANCHO BTIWAN B~NEFI'r A~a ],~ ] A I I,~ ~ ~: STREET CROSS SECTIONS ENGINEERING ~_~_~ J~ S~C'rlON ~Y EXHIBIT C-1 RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES STREET CROSS SECTIONS WEST I OR R/W R/W ~5',I 50' ROW 5'~ SECTION A TYPICAL SECTION: LOCAL STREET 5o' W~D_E OR R/W R/W ALTERNATE LOCAL STREET TYPICAL SECTION SECTION A-2 s°'~.T.~.~'~E NORTH OR SOUTH WEST ~. OR R/W I R/W DAY CREEK BOULEVARD SECTION [] STA. 77+4.3.05 TO [TIWANDA AVF ~, w,~ Preliminary P~d By: EXHIBIT C-2 ALLARD ENGINEERING (~] ~1815 F~ (9~1 ~I~ RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES STREET CROSS SECTIONS NORTH SOUTH or R/W I R/W 2 '6' W~OE WHEN CURB ADJACENT DAY CREEK BOULEVARD SECTION C SrA. 72+43,05 TO STA, 77*43.05 ~/w R/w 66' ROW MAX. 9' MAX (TYPICAL) TYPICAL SECTION SECTION D Preliminary ~,.~d ~,: EXHIBIT C-3 ALLARD ENGINEERING RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES STREET CROSS SECTIONS R/W R/W SiDEW~] ( ) FUTURE CUR8 ~ SECTION: ETIWANDA AVENUF ~< NOTE: TRANSmON WIDTH TO SOUTH OF DAY CREEK BLVD. JOIN EXISTING SECTION SECTION E CCWD ACCESS & STREET R/W SECTION F SECTION: ETIWANDA AVENUE ('NORTH) Preliminary ~.-p~.d ~.- EXHIBIT C-4 ALLARD ENGINEERING .oTTo =*L~ ~ ~ - Laud S'~,.~lug - ~ ~.~.~ __ TYPICAL STREET SECTION COLLECTOR STREETS TYPICAL STREET SECTION LOCAL STREET 3AL SLOPE PLANTING GATED ENTR~ /~ DAY CREEK BLVD. SECTION DAY CREEK BLVD./BASIN SECTION RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES SITE PLAN EXHIBIT D-1 SLOPE PLANTING ~-~VlfiW W~I.L / ME/~IDERING W~.KWAY - -, r-SIDEWALK- ,~i ~ ~'~ . , DAY CREEK BOULEVARD SECTION 10' MEANDERING WALKWAY DAY CREEK-BOIJLEVARD~ / STREETTREE TYPICAL TREATMENT N'rs RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATE~ DAY CREEK BLVD. SECTION EXHIBIT D-2 PRIVATE SLOPE SLOPES ~ING TYPICAL SECTION: COLLECTOR STREETS N'rs SIDEWALK STREET TREE DO' ~.0.~: TYPICAL SECTION: LOCAL STREET RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES TYPICAL STREET SECTIONS EXHIBIT E-1 TYPICAL SECTION: ALTERNATE LOCAL STRF~.~TT RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTAT ALTERNATE LOCAL STREET EXHIBIT E-lA GATED ENTRY TYPICAL SLOPE PLANTING TREES ENTRY MONUMENT PLAN TURF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD GATED ENTRY: PLAN N'TS ICAL SLOPE PLANTING MONUMENT GATED ENTRY: ELEVATION N'TS RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES GATED ENTRY EXHIBIT E-2 52 51 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA: SLOPE PLANTING STANDARDS TYPICAL SLOPE PLANTING RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES TYPICAL SLOPE PLANTING EXHIBIT E-3 '~ "' '~ BENEFIT AREA ~) SECTION KEY Wilso~ Avenue ~ Preliminary County of Sa. Bernardino RANCHO ETIWANDA ~y o~ a~.o,~o c~,,,,,o,,~, ESTATES TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT FEE ANALYSIS EXHIBIT F-1 Prapa~d By: RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEE ANALYSIS R/W g ]- R/W SECTION A ou~,R R/W ~- R/W SIDE K '~ ' ' ' ' SECTION B cu~s. NORTH ~_ SOUTH R/W R/W SECTION C outER ALLARD ENGINEERING ~,~ ~.,~.~ - L~ so~- ~ ~...,.~ ~re~m~nar~ r~ ~ ~. EXHIBIT F-2 RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEE ANALYSIS NORTH R/W j~_ SOUTH R/W I- ~5' 80' i.o.w. SECTION D NORTH R/W j~_ SOUTH R/w SECTION E Pr~pm~ ALLARD ENGINEERING a~ ~,~g. L~ s,~.~ - ~ ~..,... Prelimi~ arv 19o~1 ~ ,.~s F,, I~) ~-ms EXHIBIT F-3 Transportation Reimbursement Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North Rancho Etiwanda Estates DATE ESTIMATED: 5/11/2001 DATE PRINTED: 6/1/2001 ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering Total Transportation Costs $3,028,800 Total Area Acres 508 Fee Per Acre $5,962 PER ACRE BASIS Parcel APN Acres Lots % of Project (1) Fee Per Acre Fair Share Amount Comments Rancho Etiwanda 232 685 46% $5,962 $1,383,231 Existing D.A. for fair share Rancho Etiwanda Estates 240 632 47% $5,962 $1,430,929 632 lots exclude Park Etiwanda School Lots 12 30 2% $5,962 $71,546 30 lots Intex Commercial 225-101-34 5 15 1% $5,962 $29,811 Intex Lots 225-161-45 5 15 1% $5,962 $29,811 Kolo 225-161-66 5 20 1% $5,962 $29,811 Chun 225-161-65 5 20 1% $5,962 $29,811 Chang 225-161-13 4 16 1% $5,962 $23,849 Total 508 1433 100% $3,028,800 (1) Based on an acreage basis Exhibit F-4 anncSpOrtation Impact Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North ho Etiwanda Estates DATE ESTIMATED: DATE PRINTED: 4/15/2000 ESTIMATED BY: 6/1/2001 ITEM AIlard Engineering UNIT UNIT NUMBER ITEM QUANTITY PRICE AMOUNT FACILITY 1 ETIWANDA Avenue - 25th street to LADWP 1320 LF $240.00 $316,800.00 2 DAY CREEK BLVD - Rt.30 to Wilson 4300 LF $240.00 $1,032,000.00 3 DAY CREEK BLVD - Wilson to North P.L. of UCP 800 LF $225.00 $180,000.00 5 WILSON AVE. - East of Day Creek 1400 LF $240.00 $336,000.00 6 WILSON AVE. - West of Day Creek 1050 LF $220.00 $231,000.00 7 BANYAN AVENUE. Day Creek to Rochester 1320 LF $155.00 $204,600.00 8 BANYAN AVENUE - Day Creek to Hanley 1380 LF $180.00 $248,400.00 9 Traffic Signals 3 EA $160,000.00 $480,000.00 TOTAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS $3,028,800.00 Exhibit F-5 Transportation Impact Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North Rancho Etiwanda Estates DATE ESTIMATED: 5/11/2001 DATE PRINTED: 6/1/2001 ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering I ITEM IESTIMATED UNIT QUANTITY MEASUREI UNF PRICE I AMOUNT I MAJOR ROAD ETIWANDA Avenue - 25th street to LADWP Corridor Excavation 2.2 CY $1.60 $3.52 Fine Grade 78.0 SF $0.20 $15.60 5" AC over 12" AB 60.0 SF $1.50 $90.00 1" AC; Cap 60.0 SF $0.40 $24.00 8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $16.00 8" Curb Only 2,0 LF $6.00 $12.00 4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00 Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00 Median Landscaping SF $3.00 $0.00 Signing & Striping 4.0 LF $0.50 $2.00 Fog & Seal Coating 60.0 SF $0.15 $9.00 Sub Total $171.12 Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $17.11 Contingencies 30% $51.34 TOTAL $239.57 Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $240.00 DAY CREEK BLVD - Rt.30 to Wilson & WILSON AVE. - East of Day Creek Excavation 2.2 CY $1.60 $3.52 Fine Grade 78.0 SF $0.20 $15,60 5" AC over 12" AB 60.0 SF $1.50 $90.00 1" AC Cap 60:0 SF $0.40 $24.00 8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00 8" Curb Only 2.0 LF $6.00 $12.00 4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00 Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00 Median Landscaping SF $3.00 $0.00 Signing & Striping 4.0 LF $0.50 $2.00 Fog & Seal Coating 60.0 SF $0.15 $9.00 Sub Total $171.12 Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $17.11 Contingencies 30% $51.34 TOTAL $239.57 Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $240.00 Exhibit F-6 · · Transportation Impact Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North Rancho Etiwanda Estates ESTIMATED: 5/11/2001 PRINTED: 6/1/2001 ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering ITEM QUANTITY MEASURE ~ PRICE AMOUNT DAY CREEK BOULEVARD - North of UCP through S.C.E. Excavation 1.3 CY $1.60 $2.08 Fine Grade 44.0 SF $0.20 $8.80 5" AC over 12" AB 40.0 SF $1.50 $60.00 1" AC Cap 40.0 SF $0.40 $16.00 8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00 4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00 Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00 Signing & Striping 3,0 LF $0.50 $1.50 Fog & Seal Coating 40.0 SF $0.15 $6.00 Sub Total Collector Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $109.38 $10.94 Contingencies 30% $32.81 TOTAL $153.13 Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" DAY CREEK BLVD - North of Wilson $156.00 Excavation 2~2 CY $1.60 $3.52 Fine Grade 78.0 SF $0,20 $15.60 5" AC over 12" AB 60.0 SF $1.50 $90.00 "AC Cap 60.0 SF $0.40 $24.00 & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00 4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00 Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00 Signing & Striping 4.0 LF $0.50 $2.00 Fog & Seal Coating 60.0 SF $0.15 $9.00 Sub Total Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $159.12 $15.91 Contingencies 30% $47.74 TOTAL $222.77 Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $225.00 WILSON AVENUE - West of Day Creek Excavation 1.3 CY $1.60 $2.08 Fine Grade 60.0 SF $0.20 $12.00 5" AC over 12" AB 60.0 SF $1.50 $90.00 1" AC Cap 60.0 SF $0.40 $24.00 8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00 4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00 Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00 Signing & Striping 3.0 LF $0.50 $1.50 Fog & Seal Coating 60.0 SF $0.15 $9.00 Sub Total Collector Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $153.58 $15.36 Contingencies 30% $46.07 TOTAL $215.01 timated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $220.00 Exhibit F-7 Transportation Impact Fee Analysis - City of Rancho Cucamonga DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North Rancho Etiwanda Estates DATE ESTIMATED: 5/11/2001 DATE PRINTED: 6/1/2001 ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering ITEM QUANTITY I MEASURE PRICE AMOUNT BANYAN AVENUE - Day Creek to Rochester and Excavation 1.3 CY $1.60 $2.08 Fine Grade 44.0 · SF $0.20 $8.80 5" AC over 12" AB 40.0 SF $1.50 $60.00 1" AC Cap 40.0 SF $0.40 $16.00 8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00 4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1,50 $0.00 Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00 Signing & Striping 3.0 LF $0.50 $1.50 Fog & Seal Coating 40.0 SF $0.15 $6.00 Sub Total Collector $109.38 Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $10.94 Contingencies 30% $32.81 TOTAL $153.13 Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $155.00 BANYAN AVENUE - Day Creek to Hanley Excavation 1.3 CY $1.60 $2.08 Fine Grade 50.0 SF $0.20 $10.00 5" AC over 12" AB 48.0 SF $1.50 $72.00 1" AC Cap 48.0 SF $0.40 $19.20 8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00 4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00 Parkway Landscaping - ' SF $2.50 $0.00 Signing & Striping 3.0 LF $0.50 $1.50 Fog & Seal Coating 48.0 SF $0.15 $7.20 Sub Total Collector $126.98 Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $12.70 Contingencies 30% $38.09 TOTAL $177.77 Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $180.00 Exhibit F-8 Transl Reimbursement Fee Analysis - City ot~l~ncho Cucamonga DAY CREEK AREA- Etiwanda North Rancho Etiwanda Estates DATE ESTIMATED: 5/11/2001 DATE PRINTED: 6/7/2001 ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering Rancho Etiwanda Estates Fair Share Contribution $1,430,929 (From UCP inc. Development Agreement) Rancho Etiwanda Estates Construction Etiwanda Avenue ($316,800) Sub-Total Fair Share Contribution $1,114,129 Reimbursement Payments Total Fair Share Contributiont $1,114,129 Total Units 632 Reimbursement Fee Per Unit $1~763 Per agreement with UCP, Inc. this is an estimated value. Fair share contribution shall be based upon actual construction cost. Exhibit F-9 ADDITIONAL TRANSPORTATION CONSTRUCTION Preliminary RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES ADDITIONAL REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS EXHIBIT I=-10 ALLARD ENGINEERING , Additional Regional Transportation Improvements - City of Rancho Cucamonga DAY CREEK AREA - Etiwanda North Rancho Etiwanda Estates DATE ESTIMATED: 5/11/2001 DATE PRINTED: 6/7/2001 ESTIMATED BY: Allard Engineering ITEM ESTIMATED UNIT UNIT ITEM QUANTITY MEASURE PRICE AMOUNT DAY CREEK BOULEVARD - North of UCP to Etiwanda Avenue Excavation 1.3 CY $1.60 $2.08 Fine Grade 44.0 SF $0.20 $8.80 5" AC over 12" AB 40.0 SF $1.50 $60.00 1" AC Cap 40.0 SF $0.40 $16.00 8" Curb & Gutter 2.0 LF $7.50 $15.00 4" P.C.C. Sidewalk SF $1.50 $0.00 Parkway Landscaping SF $2.50 $0.00 Signing & Striping 3.0 LF $0.50 $1.50 Fog & Seal Coating 40.0 SF $0.15 $6.00 Sub Total Collector $109.38 Utility/Right of Way Allowance (10%) $10.94 Contingencies 30% $32.81 TOTAL $153.13 Estimated Cost Per Linear Foot "USE" $155.00 Facility Construction DAY CREEK BLVD - North of UCP to Etiwanda Avenue 5880 LF $155 $911,400 Exhibit F-1 ~ /-- STREET TREES SIDEWALK / /---ADJ^CE.'~'~ ! c- SIDEWALK- / MEANDERING · ' II ADJACENT & / ~ ~ / MEANDERING // W.I. FENCE W.I. FENCE \ "J',..~.~ ~" o~,~.~o. ~S~N -- DAY CREEK BLVD./DETENTION BASIN SECTIO.~N RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATEI~ DAY CREEK BLVD./BASIN SECTION EXHIBIT G California De~artmen~ of Fish and Game $90 Golden Shore, Suite 50 Long Beech, CA 9(602 Febreruy lO, 1992 ~. Leeons Klippstein P.O. Box 2828 [~verly H~IIs, C~ 90213 Dear Ms. Klipps~ein: Thank you for Four le~er of January 6, 1992 and for ¥ou~ concern for tP~ pr-o%~c%ion of ~iveraidian Alluvial Fan ~a~e ~r%ment 1~ also concerned end ~s worked over ~ last 3 Y~rs to try ~d in~-e %~ ~ro~ecti~ of %hi~ v~I~bIe ~i~. C~r~ntIy, no · tream~d a~erm~ion a~ent~ ~ve ~n r~ for m~%ional work on ~ldl~f~ corridor into nmtion~l fore~ ~ro~rty. Umtil area %~ ~r~rCment will r~t execute any OTO~ ~NIq ~g 33N~I05 g T88Zg9~ ~V~ 9~:OT NO~ DEPARTMB.m4T OF 'rile ARMY )une 25, A~ti~: Tony Yah ~p~t o~ r~ A~y Pe~t to c~ct a ~ ~t h~ d~e~t ~g the ba~ of ~y C~k ~ ~ncbo Cuca~ga. ~ ~ino Cotm~. CaHOot. ~e~o~ ~ a~ made to ~ C0~ ~,er date~ Au~ 3. 1~ con~=~ a de~t~ for yo~ p~t. Ad~itio~lly, p~ r~erence ~e ~c~o~ dete~a~on we made f~ ~e ~ ~a~ C~k Wa~r P~ ~b~ed m the P~ No~ dat~ J~nua~y After c~ ~ we have dete~ thai our o~[ ~u~i~al determi~n d~e ~ ~ ~ still vnI~d. Cofl~ntly, our ~ ~1 a~ su~t to ~r jur~icnm ~d~ ~ ~=t ~ ~red ~om o= offs, In nddil~ t~ C~ ~y ~ a ~on 7 a~s~t~t ~st ~ sub~lt~ f~ ~pac~ to ~e pr~d habitat. ~e r~eipt ofy~tr a~lioH~/~tt~ is npp~. lfyou~venny ~u~fi~q,p~ c~tn~ ~t Sm~h of my ~ at (213) 11/05/00 10:$1 FAI ?$0 ¢$~. 9624 US FISH AIqD WlLDLI~_.~. .... ~]004 I i I SCE HabitatC°nservoti°fl Plan' 1'999 C'lif°mi° Gnatcatcher Survey Report IR~milGnatcetcher Location THE HABITAT TRUST City of Rancho Cucamonga Mayor and City Council Members Attn.: Sal Salazar, Project Planner 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Via FAX (909) 477-2847 July 18, 2001 RE: Comment on the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Proposed "Rancho Etiwanda Estates" Development Project (aka Crest), including tract map - located east of Etiwanda Avenue within the County of San Bernardino and sphere of influence of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Amendment to City's General Plan, Amendment, Amendment to Etiwanda North Specific Plan, Development and Pre-zoning Agreement. Mayor and City Council Members, The Habitat Trust stands on our previous comments. In addition to our own comments we have obtained Craig Sherman as our legal counsel. Mr. Sherman is also commenting on our behalf. The Habitat Trust was not included in the Projects distribution list although our 135-acre Nature Sanctuary in Etiwanda Creek and Canyon may be adversely affected by this Projects associated infrastructure. The proposed water pumping station would extract additional vital water resources from the Etiwanda Creek watershed. The North Etiwanda Creek Nature Sanctuary needs the natural hydrological flows to remain in order to support the riparian habitats and associated wildlife. Our conservation agreement requires that the nature sanctuary's habitat values be conserved in perpetuity. We encourage the City to require that the Project avoid habitat impacts or reduce negative impacts through mitigating habitat loss to the maximum extent. It is our understanding that the City is approving eight discretionary actions for this Project. Three of the actions require a separate action by the City, County and Cucamonga County Water District. One of these actions is relevant to our concerns regarding water extraction and use for this Project. The Habitat Trust requests that the City not take action on this matter until the Project proponents, including Water District provide a new hydrology study to reveal what impacts there will be to water and biological resources within the Etiwanda and Day Creek watersheds. The City must identify and mitigate for any negative impacts relative to the Project. The City must also make a fully informed decision. 30 North Raymond Avenue, Suite 302-303, Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 676-4116-- Emil: salvialion@aol.corn ~.Th~P~ab~tatWr~c~t.or~ or City of Rancho Cucamonga Rancho Etiwanda Estates Page 2 of 2 Apparently, LSA consultants are relying on an inaccurate and outdated hydrology summary of the Oak Summit project. As the City is aware, the Oak Summit project was not implemented and the project site is now the North Etiwanda Preserve. The CDFG and FWS provided comments on the Oak Summit project, requesting also an adequate hydrological study. To date that study has still not been performed. In addition, the City has also stated in the ENSP Resource Management Plan that a hydrological study of the alluvial fan is needed. The Habitat Trust is also concerned that the Project is proposing to double dip habitat mitigation sites. The habitat between the levees proposed as a mitigation site, previously held by the Clark family, already has a conservation easement on it. The habitat between the levees was used as mitigation for impacts of the levee construction. San Bernardino County Flood Control placed a conservation easement on this area with the permission of the Clark family. What the Project applicant has done is acquire an already existing easement and habitat mitigation area. Although The Habitat Trust is a relatively new land trust (created in October 2000), we have accomplished more than the County's Special District Open Space 1. It is our assessment that the County is not an adequate Natural Resource Manager and is not fulfilling the North Etiwanda Preserve's Conservation Management Agreement. Therefore, the Project should not be giving any additional habitat areas and management funds to the County as currently proposed. The Habitat Trust is willing and able to accept habitat mitigation lands with management endowments. We consider our land trust as a business more than an environmental activist organization. While our mission is to conserve vital habitat lands and waters, we are more than willing to work cooperatively with private landholders and municipalities to achieve their project mitigation needs. Thank you for considering our concerns. We look forward to resolution of the habitat conservation issues that this Project currently presents. Please do not hesitate in contacting The Habitat Trust for assistance. Sincerely, Dolores Welty, President The Habitat Trust Cc: Craig Sherman, Esq. Jeff Newman, USFWS Jeff Drongesen, CDFG Mark Durham, ACOE Randy Scott, County of San Bernardino Supervisor Jon Mikels, County Special District OS-1 C, ir, Q A lelN~INGS City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Findings Related to The University/Crest Planned Development Environmental Impact Report, Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Revised Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES CEQA FINDINGS TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................ I~. PROJECT SUMMARY ................................................................................................................... 2 A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 2 B. PROJECT OBJECTWES ................................................................................................... 4 III. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND PUBLIC PARTICI?ATION ............................................... 6 A. INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT FINDING ......................................................................... 7 B. FINDING ON THE 1991 EIR AND SUPPLEMENTAL EIR ........................................... 7 C. GENERAL FINDING ON MITIGATION MEASURES ................................................... 7 IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND FINDINGS ........................................................................ 8 A. IMPACTS IDENTIFIED IN THE SEIR AS LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT REQUIRRqG NO MITIGATION .............................................................................................................. 9 1. Air Quality .................................................................................................................. 9 2. Biological Resources ................................................................................................. 10 3. Land Use ................................................................................................................... 12 B. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS WHICH CAN BE MITIGATED BELOW A LEVEL OF SIGNIFICANCE AND MITIGATION MEASURES ................................... 14 1. Biological Resources ................................................................................................. 15 2. Transportation and Circulation ................................................................................. 17 C. IMPACTS ANALYZED IN THE FEIR AND SEIR AND DETERMINED TO BE SIGNIFICANT AND UNAVOIDABLE .......................................................................... 21 1. Air Quality ................................................................................................................ 21 2. Biological Resources ................................................................................................. 24 3. Transportation and Circulation ................................................................................. 26 V. PROJECT ALTERNATIVES ........................................................................................................ 27 VI. PROJECT BENEFITS ................................................................................................................... 27 VI. STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................. 28 V]ffI. ADOPTION OF A MONITORInG/REPORTING PROGRAM FOR THE CEQA MITIGATION MEASURES .......................................................................................................... 32 ii Facts, Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations Regarding the Environmental Effects from the Development Agreement for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates (SCH # 88082915 and 1998082915) I. INTRODUCTION The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga ("this Council") in approving the Development Agreement for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates, makes the findings described below and adopts the Statement of Overriding Considerations presented at thc end of the Findings. The "project" under CEQA for purposes of thc City's discretionary action is the approval of the Development Agreement, which will now govern thc development of the Rancho Efiwanda Estates site, subject to the terms and provisions of the Development Agreement. The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project is a modification to a project prcviously approved by the Board of Supervisors ("Board") of the County of San Bemardino in June, 1991. The prior project was identified as the University/Crest Planned Development (PD) (the "University/Crest PD"), and at the time of that project approval, the Board certified a Final Environmental Impact Report, State Clearinghouse (SCH) Number 88082915 (the "1991 Final EIR"). In May 1991, the Board approved the addendum to the 1991 Final EIR. Subsequent to the 1991 approval, a portion of the University/Crest Development Project was purchased, and in 1998 the new owners made application to the County for approval of revisions to the University portion including, severing the University portion from the Crest portion of the original University Project (the "Revised University Project"). The Board was presented with the Revised University Project and certified a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (the "SEIR') on October 26, 1999 (SCH 98121091). The City of Rancho Cucamonga challenged the Board's approval of the Revised University Project and certification of the SE1R through a Petition for Writ of Mandate filed in the San Bernardino County Superior Court on November 29, 1999 (the "Action"). The Action challenged the adequacy of the SEIR on a number of grounds, of which the primary concerns included inadequate traffic impacts analysis, inadequate open space analysis and improper application of the City's zoning standards applicable within its sphere of influence. The City, the Board and the Property owner have subsequently entered into a conditional settlement agreement as regards the Action. Through the settlement agreement the Property owner has agreed to enter into a Development Agreement to address the City's concerns about potential traffic impacts, and to modify certain traffic design and construction timing issues related to the development of the Revised University Project. The University portion of the previous University/Crest PD is now under construction. In 2000, owners of the Crest portion of the original University/Crest Development Project approached the City regarding the potential of annexing the project site into the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The owners had previously initiated a revision to the original University/Crest PD. The revision process, including the preparation and circulation of a Supplemental Environmental Impact report prepared by the County of San Bemardino, has subsequently been terminated. The owners also have renamed the Crest project "Rancho Etiwanda Estates." In considering the potential of sponsoring an annexation into the City, the City identified the primary benefits arising from annexation as: (a) the property owner's agreement to enter into a development agreement in regard to the . development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project; Co) the property owner's agreement to financially participate in the development of community level park, recreation and equestrian facilities; (c) the provision of necessary roadway improvements to complete the backbone system in the northeastern portion of the City, and County areas; and (d) the local application of zoning and development performance standards These Findings are based upon the entire record before this Council, including the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report ("SEIR") prepared for the Project which augments the 1991 Final EIR and EIR Addendum for the Project as regulated by the settlement agreement and the development agreement. The EIR and SEIR were prepared by the County of San Bemardino and the City of Rancho Cucamonga, each acting as the lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), respectively. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is identified in the SEIR as a Responsible Agency for the original 1991 EIR regarding the development of the Project pursuant to CEQA, and the lead agency for preparation of the SEIR. Il. PROJECT SUMMARY A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION As originally proposed and approved by the Board, the Project site is located in an unincorporated area of southwestern San Bernardino County. Thc Project site is located just west of Interstate 15 0-15) and north of the future State Route 30 (SR-30) within the City of Rancho Cucamongn sphere of influence. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is located to thc south and east (SEIR Figures 3-1 & 3-2). As a result of the pending annexation process, the Project site will be located within the City limits of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The University/Crest PD was approved in 1991 with 1,238 residential units, related commercial development, school, park and open space on 1,111.29 acres. To provide for comprehensive planning and infrastructure efficiency, two separate properties "known as University and Crest" were included under a single land use approval. The University/Crest PD was never developed. The current owner of thc Crest portion (subsequently renamed Rancho Etiwanda Estates), A & J Resources, Inc., proposed revisions to reflect the changes in circumstances with regard to ownership, land area, and concept design. The Project provides a detailed plan for residential development on 250.78 acres. The specific modifications analyzed in the SEIR were: · Redesigning the project to provide identifiable neighborhoods to allow the project to respond to a range of potential market sectors. The redesign also redefines thc project's intemal circulation and each neighborhood by limiting inter-project pass-through trips. · Lowering the overall project intensity from 660 lots to 632 lots (a 6 percent reduction). 2 · An overall project design that increases lot sizes as the project progresses northerly. · Introducing a gated community concept that will limit public access both within the development and to a biological preserve area located north of the site. The gated Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will thus act as a buffer between the North Et/wanda Preserve and urban uses south of the project site. · Changes to the overall regional circulation, including the potential vacation of Etiwanda Avenue, north of its intersection with Day Creek Boulevard, further reducing potential trespassing to the biological preserve located north of the project site. · Removal of a local proposed park and requiring the project to provide funding for an off-site City community park, a $4,171,200 commitment. · Requiring the project to provide funding for off-site equeslrian facilities, a $632,000 commitment. · Annexation of the project site into the City. The SE1R evaluated the potential environmental effects that would result from the development of these modifications to the approved University/Crest PD, according to the requirements of the CEQA. The 1991 Final EIR and EIR Addendum, is intended to serve as an informational document to be used by the City in its responsible and lead agency roles in assessing the environmental effects of the proposed Project, and to provide mitigation measures to avoid or minimize identified significant impacts. The "project" under CEQA, for purposes of the City's discretionary action is the approval of the Development Agreement, which will now govem the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, subject to the terms and provisions of the Development Agreement. Provisions of the Development Agreement include the following: · Section 2: The modification of street sections on Day Creek Boulevard to accommodate a wider landscape setback along the east and south side of this roadway; · Section 3: The removal of the requirement for Burd vault installation; · Section 6(b)(i): Construction by the Property Owner of Day Creek Boulevard from the Southern California Edison Corridor to Etiwanda Avenue; · Section 6(b)(ii): Construction by the Property Owner of Etiwanda Avenue from the southeastern boundary of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, north to Day Creek Boulevard; · Section 6(b)(iv): Deletion of Etiwanda Avenue north of Day Creek Boulevard; · Section 7(iii): Payment by the Property Owner of $4,171,200 for park purposes; · Section 7(iv): Payment by the Property Owner of $632,000 for equestrian purposes; · Section 10: Requirement of the project to undergo the City's design review process with the exception of grading review; and · Section 11: Transfer by the Property Owner, in fee, of one-half interest in a 172-acre parcel of off- site land for permanent open space, with $110,000 to provide for long-term maintenance of the site. B. PROJECT OBJEC'I1VES The objectives of the Development Agreement are as follows: · To conform the standards under which the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will be developed to the standards of the City, as set forth in the Development Agreement, including the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan which provide for slightly different standards for street improvement, lighting, storm drain landscape, and streetscape. · To be consistent with the objectives of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan to include the following: To create an identifiable "sense of place" within the City through the development of a gated community with integrated, yet distinct neighborhoods within the overall project. Having a major arterial roadway define the southern portion of the site, rather than having two east-west arterials transecting the development. The creation of larger lots consistent with the vision of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. Through project design, creating a buffer for the North Etiwanda Preserve to the north by limiting direct access through the private gated community, and by considering the vacation of Etiwanda Avenue north of the intersection with Day Creek Boulevard. To promote the use of a landscape theme that respects climate, drought tolerant plants, soil conditions and the natural surroundings. To promote the use of design features such as walls, fencing, lighting, and signage to enhance the overall community image. To phase necessary backbone and local street improvements to maximize the efficiency of traffic as development progresses. To be consistent with the final resource management plan for designated development areas as delineated in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan area, by providing replacement acreage at a ratio of 1:1 for the loss of Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub. To discourage through traffic from entering the small neighborhood units. To mitigate traffic impacts upon City and County streets outside the development area. · To assure that the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will be a benefit to the City and its residents by providing quality development to meet the City's housing demands. The objectives of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project are as follows: · To redesign the project to facilitate development, employing less density, definable neighborhoods, a revised land use concept, and development standards reflective of current and projected market conditions. · Create a project design that limits access to the biological preserve area north of the project site by gating the community and considers the vacation of Etiwanda Avenue north of its proposed intersection with Day Creek Boulevard. Vacation of Etiwanda Avenue north of its intersection of with Day Creek Boulevard will require a separate action by the City and/or County. · Assist the City of Rancho Cucamonga in achieving the General Plan goals of meeting the community's recreation needs through specified funding to expand City park projects. · Assist the City of Rancho Cucamonga in attaining their General Plan goals by providing funding towards the development of off-site community equestrian facilities. · Complete a vital transportation link consistent with the City's Circulation Element by constructing Day Creek Boulevard from its northern terminus to its intersection with Etiwanda Avenue. · Construct planned water infrastructure to serve the area. · Offer the prospective homebuyer a range of housing types suited for different ages, family sizes, and socioeconomic conditions. · Establish a structure for a specific neighborhood Homeowner's Association responsible for maintaining landscape, recreation areas, architectural standards and other common facilities. · Integrate and complement existing and future communities in the northern Rancho Cucamonga area. 5 IlL ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION The City of Rancho Cucamonga has conducted environmental review for the approval of the Development Agreement, which provides for the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project as follows: · The City, in order to approve the Development Agreement to provide for development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, conducted further environmental review in a Supplemental EIR (SEIR). · On June 13, 2001, the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission held a public hearing on the development agreement and recommended the City of Rancho Cucamonga City Council approve adoption of the SEIR and approve adoption of the ordinance approving the proposed development agreement. The County of San Bemardino previously conducted environmental review for development of the University/Crest PD and the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project which included the 1991 Final EIR; including technical reports concerning traffic and circulation impacts; air quality; biological resources, as well a review of the project site's previous environmental documentation including the 1991 Final EIR. The following is a summary of the County's and City, as Responsible Agency, environmental review for this project relative to the SEIR: A Notice of Preparation (NOP) and Initial Study identifying the scope of environmental issues, were distributed to 57 federal, state and local agencies and organizations on August 25, 2000, and notice was provided through publication on August 26, 2000, in the San Bernardino Sun. A total of eleven comment letters were received. Copies of those comment letters are included in Appendix A of the Draft SEIR (under separate cover). Relevant comments received in response to the NOP/Initial Study were incorporated into the Draft SEIR. · The Draft SEIR was distributed for public review on March 28, 2001, for a 45-day review period with the comment period expiring on May 14, 2001. Seventeen comment letters were received at the close of the public comment period. The specific and general responses to comments are in the Final SEIR. · A Nohce of Completion (NOC) was sent with the Draft SEIR to the State Clearinghouse on ~ and notice was provided on , in the following newspaper(s) of general and/or regional circulation: The Final SEIR was distributed for a 10-day notification period beginning on The Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission held a public heating to consider the Project and staff recommendations on June 13, 2001. Following public testimony, and staff recommendations, the Commission recommended to the City Council that the SEIR is 6 adequate and should be certified and that the City Council adopt these Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations and approved the Project. · On ., the City Council held a public heating to consider the Project and staff recommendations. Following public testimony and staff recommendations, the City Council certified the SEIR and adopted the Findings and Statement of Ovemding Considerations and approved the Project. A. INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT FINDING The City of Rancho Cucamonga retained LSA Associates to prepare the Supplemental EIR to the 1991 Final EIR. The Supplemental EIR was prepared under the direction and supervision of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Department, Planning Division. Finding: The 1991 Final EIR and Supplemental EIR reflect the City's independent judgment. The City has exercised its independent judgment in accordance with Public Resources Code, Section 21082.1(c)(3) in retaining its own environmental consultant, directing the consultant in preparation of the SEIR to the 1991 Final EI1L as well as reviewing, analyzing, an4 revising material prepared by the consultant. B. FINDING ON THE 1991 EIR AND SUPPLEMENTAL EIR Finding: The proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates project as set forth in the Development Agreement as well as the adoption of the Development Agreement require only minor technical changes or additions to the 1991 Final EIR to adequately make the 1991 Final EIR apply to the Project. Pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines, an SEIR is the required environmental documentation for the City's consideration of the Project. C. GENERAL FENDING ON MITIGATION MEASURES The City has reviewed the conditions of approval and mitigation measures applicable to the Project as a result of the County's approval of the University/Crest PD in 1991. The City has determined that in preparing the conditions of approval for Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, as applicable, the City incorporated the mitigation measures recommended in the 1991 Final EIR. In the event that the conditions of approval do not use the exact wording of the mitigation measures recommended in the SEItL in each such instance, the adopted conditions of approval are intended to be identical or substantially similar to the recommended mitigation measure. Any minor revisions were made for the purpose of improving clarity or to better define the intended purpose. Findings: Unless specifically stated to the contrary in these findings, it is the City's intent to adopt all mitigation measures recommended by the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR. If a measure has, through error, been omitted from the Conditions of Approval or from these Findings, and that measure is not specifically reflected in these Findings, that measure shall be deemed to be adopted pursuant to this paragraph. 7 In addition, unless specifically stated to the contrary in these Findings, all Conditions of Approval repeating or rewording mitigation measures recommended in the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR are intended to be substanhally similar to the mitigation measures as worded in the Final SEIR and are found to be equally effective in avoiding or lessening the identified enviromnental impact. Finally, the mitigation measures applicable to the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project have incorporated, or deleted, as necessary, the mitigation measures fi.om the 1991 Final EIR, as shown on Exhibit "A." Such mitigation fi.om the 1991 Final EIR has been properly assigned to mitigate the impacts of the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, or has been deleted because the mitigation is no longer applicable as set forth in Exhibit "A." No new environmental impacts have been identified to arise fi.om the adoption of the Development Agreement. IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND FINDINGS City and County staff reports, the 1991 Final EIR and SEI~, written and oral testimony at all relevant public meetings or hearings, and these Facts, Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations and other information in the administrative record serve as the basis for the City's environmental determination. The detailed analysis of potential environmental impacts and proposed mitigation measures for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project are presented in Chapter 4 of the DEIR and Draft SEIR. Responses to comments and any revisions or omissions to the Draft SEIR are provided in Chapters 3 and 4 of the Final SEIR. The SE]ER evaluated four major environmental categories (air quality, biological resources, land use, and traffic and circulation,) for potential significant adverse impacts, including cumulative impacts. Both project-specific and cumulative impacts were evaluated. Of these environmental categories, the City concurs with the conclusions in the SEIR that the issues and subissues discussed below can be mitigated below a significant impact threshold and for those issues which cannot be mitigated below a level of significance, overriding considerations exist which make impacts acceptable. In addition to the four major environmental categories addressed in the SEI1L nine other major categories were found to be nonsignificant in the Initial Study prepared for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project. The City concurs with the conclusions on these categories as outlined in the Initial Study (Appendix A of the Draft SEIR) and finds that no significant impacts have been identified as to those categories identified in the Initial Study and no further analysis is required. 8 A. IMPACTS IDENTIFIED IN THE SEIR AS LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT REQUIRING NO MITIGATION The following issues were identified in the Initial Study (Appendix A of the Draft SEIR) as having the potential to cause significant impact and were carried forward to the SEI~. for detailed evaluation. These issues were found in the SEIR as having no potential to cause significant impact and therefore require no project-specific mitigation, In the following presentation, each resource issue is identified and the potential for significant adverse environmental effects is discussed. 1. AIR QUALITY a. Long-Term Impacts - Local Air Quality Potential Significant Impact: Because the project would introduce changes in traffic volumes on the roadways serving the project, a potential exists for increased carbon monoxide concentrations at sensitive areas in the project vicinity. Finding: Potential long-term impacts on local air quality are discussed in Section 5.1 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that impacts to local air quality brought about by the implementation of the proposed Project would not be significant. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: A detailed analysis of carbon monoxide (CO) concentrations at sensitive areas in the project vicinity was conducted. Future CO concentrations with the project were forecast with the CALINE4 computer model, generating worst-case projections of 1-hour and 8-hour CO concentration levels. The detailed study showed that future concentrations (with or without the project) will increase; however, none of the receptors modeled are projected to exceed either the 1- hour or 8-hour State CO concentration standards. The project does not generate CO concentrations above the 1-hour or 8-hour State standard, nor will CO concentrations over future no project conditions increase significantly. No additional mitigation is required. b. Consistency with Air Quality Management Plan Potential Significant Impact: The South Coast Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) is a regional plan that applies to the proposed project area. Inconsistency between the proposed project and the AQMP is a potentially significant impact. Finding: Potential inconsistencies with the AQMP are discussed in Section 5.1 of the SEll{. The analysis evaluated two key indicators of consistency related to the increase in the frequency or severity of air quality violations, and the exceedance of assumptions in the AQMP. This analysis concluded that the project was consistent with both criteria. No mitigation is required. 9 Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: A detailed analysis of criteria air pollutants was conducted as part of thc SEIR. The project is not projected to contribute significantly to the local air quality because the CO, PM1- and SOx emissions are below thresholds established by the South Coast Air Quality Management Dislrict, and all of the pollutants evaluated would contribute a very small percentage of thc total emissions generated in the South Coast Air Basin on a daily basis. In addition, the project is consistent with the SCAG growth forecasts upon which the AQMP assumptions are based, and traffic modeling for the project is in conformance with the San Bernardino County Congestion Management Program (CMP) and City of Rancho Cucamonga methodologies. Because the project is not projected to impact the local 'air quality, and is based upon the same demographic information as the AQMP, the project is considered consistent with the AQMP. No additional mitigation is necessary. 2. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES a. Modified On-site Drainage Potential Significant Impact: Development of the site with urban uses would alter current drainage patterns. Finding: Potential impacts resulting from the modification of on-site drainage are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that, because drainage features to be \ constructed as part of the project will not allow drainage to exceed pre-development flows, impacts associated with alteration of on-site drainage patterns would not be significant. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: The proposed project includes drainage features which will safely convey storm water flows and residential runoff through the project site. These features will be constructed within areas covered by the biological surveys conducted for the project. A retention basin will be designed and constructed to release water into an existing earthen drainage channel in a measured manner, and the post- development discharge fi-om the retention basin will not exceed pre-development flows. No additional mitigation is necessary. b. Impacts to Special Interest Species Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project has the potential to impact sensitive plant and animal species. Finding: Potential impacts to special interest species are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. Biological surveys concluded that the following sensitive plant and animal species were not present on site: Party's spineflower; Robinson's peppergrass; Pious daisy; Parish's Desert thom; Pringle's monardella; California muhly; San Diego homed lizard; and California mastiff bat. Specific, focused biological surveys performed for the San Bemardino Kangaroo Rat and California gnatcatcher determined that both species are absent from the site. The project would not result in direct impacts to these species, and no significant impact to these species would occur as a result of project development. 10 Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: Biological literature review performed for the SEll>. indicated the potential occurrence of 23 special interest plant and animal species in the project vicinity. Of these 23 species, 12 are considered absent based on the lack of suitable habitat. Of the remaining 11 species potentially present, only one was found to be present on site. Potential impacts to the Plummer's Mariposa Lily arc addressed in the following Section B.l.c,of these Findings. None of the remaining species potentially present were found on-site as part of general reconnaissance surveys or focused surveys. Therefore, impacts to these special interest species are not significant. No mitigation is required. c. Wildlife Movement Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project would interfere with local wildlife movement patterns. Finding: Potential impacts to any on-site wildlife corridor are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that the loss of any potential on-site wildlife corridor would not be a significant impact. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: Construction of the proposed project would contribute to the incremental loss of alluvial fan sage scrub along the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, and will alter on-site movement patterns of wildlife which currently utilize the site during foraging and other day-to-day behaviors, but would not alter regional wildlife movement because of existing development within the project area. Residential development to the south and' the Day Creek Channel bordered by a 6-foot fence to the west severely inhibit wildlife movement to and from thc project site in these directions. It is likely that regional wildlife movement in the project vicinity would take place in open space areas north of the site (including the North Etiwanda Preserve and the National Forest) due to infringing development from the south. Implementation of the proposed project would narrow, but not completely sever, the swath of critical California gnatcatchcr habitat within the vicinity of the project from its current width of approximately 1.5 miles to 1.0 mile. Therefore, impacts of the proposed project on wildlife corridors are not considered to be significant. No mitigation is required. d. Impacts to Etiwanda and Day Creeks Potential Significant Impact: Installation of storm drain facilities could impact biological resources dependent upon the existing Etiwanda and Day Creek channels. Finding: Potential impacts to biological resources associated with Etiwanda and Day Creeks are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that, due to the design of drainage features to be constructed as part of the project and the proximity of the project to Day Creek, no impacts to Etiwanda or Day Creeks or associated biological resources would occur. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysisin Support of the Finding: Etiwanda Creek is located approximately 0.5 miles from the eastern boundary of the project site, and currently exists in an undisturbed, natural 11 channel. Drainage from the eastern portion of the project site that currently flows into Etiwanda Creek will be routed to a cOncrete-lined drainage channel, then to an on-site detention basin designed and constructed to prohibit storm flow rates from exceeding pre-development conditions. No additional discharge into Etiwanda Creek will occur; therefore impacts to the Etiwanda Creek or associated biological resources will not be significant. Underground storm pipes will convey storm water from the western portion of the project site across the Southern California Edison easement to Day Creek Channel. Biological resource surveys conducted for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project indicate no endangered or threatened species located within the easement. The installation of storm drain facilities within this area will not result in significant impacts to biological resources. No additional mitigation is necessary. e. Local and Regional Policies/Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project has the potential to conflict with local and regional policies protecting biological resources. Finding: The project would not conflict with any policies or ordinances protecting biological resources because no such policies exist. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: The North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program (NEOSHPP) was established in 1994, three years after approval of the University/Crest PD; therefore, the urban development and associated impacts envisioned by the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project has been anticipated, and no significant impact related to this program will occur. The County of San Bemardino, the United States Fish and Wildlife Services (USFWS), the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG), and fourteen affected cities are currently involved with the preparation ora regional Valley- wide Multi Specifies Habitat conservation Plan for target species and associated habitats. This conservation plan is not yet approved and therefore, cannot be reviewed as to its potential relevance to the proposed project. Therefore, conflicts with local and regional policies do not exist. No mitigation is required. 3. LAND USE a. Consistency with Adopted Land Use Regulations Potential Significant Impact: Development of the site could conflict with adopted land use regulations. Finding: Potential impacts to land use regulation consistency arc discussed in Section 5.3 of the SEIR. Due to proposed amendments to the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and the Etiwanda North Specific Plan that are part of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, no incompatibility between these land use regulations and the proposed project will occur. No mitigation is required. Facts andAnalysisinSupportoftheFinding: The proposed project is located within the City of Rancho Cucamonga's Sphere of Influence and is proposed for annexation into the City. 12 The City's General Plan requires that a master plan be prepared for the project site. Based on this requirement, the project is included within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, which, consistent with the General Plan, designates the project site as Very Low Density Residential. This designation allows a maximum density of two dwelling units per acre with a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet. If approved, the requested General Plan Amendment and Specific Plan Revision would change the land use designation for the project site to Low Density, which would allow 2-4 dwelling units per acre. Because a discretionary action is being sought for the proposed project to amend the City's General Plan and revise the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, no significant impact would occur. No additional mitigation is necessary. b. Population Growth Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project has the potential to exceed subregional forecasts in regard to population, households and employment. Finding: Potential impacts relative to population growth are discussed in Section 5.3 of the SEIR. Growth in population and households as a result of the proposed project is well within Southern California Association of Governments projections, and no growth in long-term employment opportunities will be created by the project. No significant impact relative to population growth will occur as a result of project development. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: The SEIR examined the effects of providing 632 new residential units and the resulting 1,998 person increase in population relevant to the most current Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) forecasts of population, households and employment for the San Bemardino Associated Governments (SANBAG) subregion and the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The projected increases in both population and households equate to less than one percent of the five year forecast growth in the SANBAG subregion, and 1.4 percent of the five year forecast growth in the City of Rancho Cucamonga ending in the year 2005. Due to the residential nature of the proposed project, no long-term employment opportunities will be generated. Because the proposed project will not result in significant increases to local populations, the number of households, or employment beyond that forecast by SCAG, no significant impact associated with this issue will occur. No mitigation is necessary. c. Community Disruption Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project has the potential to physically disrupt or divide an established community. Finding: Potential impacts based on community disruption are discussed in Section 5.3 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that due to the project's location north of established communities within the City, community disruption would not be a significant impact. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: The project site is undeveloped and is located north of established communities within the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Implementation of the 13 proposed project will not preclude access to adjacent properties, as provisions to allow the passage of authorized persons, including fire and emergency personnel and Cucamonga County Water District staff, through the gated community will be made. Because access to adjacent lands and facilities will be maintained, no significant impacts related to community disruption would occur as a result of project implementation. No mitigation is required. d. Growth Inducement Potential Significant Impact: Implementation of the proposed project could directly and indirectly induce population growth. Finding: The project's potential to induce growth is discussed in Section 5.3 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that, due to the nature of the project as a gated and walled community, the future extension of roadways into undeveloped areas beyond the boundaries of the project site will be deterred, and no growth-inducing effects will be realized from project development. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: Implementation of the proposed project will require the extension of roadway and utility infraslxucture in the vicinity of the project site. Access to the project site will be via an extension of Day Creek Boulevard from its current terrmnus eastward to its intersection with Etiwanda Avenue. While the extension of Day Creek Boulevard will pemmt access to the project site, the gated and walled character of the proposed project will deter the future extension of roadways beyond the limits of the project site; therefore, the extension of Day Creek Boulevard will not provide an inducement for growth beyond that outlined by the proposed project. Other infrastructure improvements that would result from project implementation are consistent with existing, master-planned criteria of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and thus do not induce growth beyond that already included in the City's General Plan. The proposed project envisions the development of 632 single-family residential units, 28 fewer than that permitted under the previously approved University/Crest PD. In addition, the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project does not include a commercial or industrial component. No significant impacts related to growth inducement would occur as a result of project implementation. No mitigation is required. B. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS WHICH CAN BE MITIGATED BELOW A LEVEL OF SIGNIFICANCE AND MITIGATION MEASURES. The following issues from the environmental categories analyzed by the 1991 Final EIR and the SEIR; Biological Resources and Transportation and Circulation, were found to be potentially significant, but can be mitigated to a less than significant level, with the imposition of mitigation measures. The City finds that all potentially significant impacts of the project listed below can and will be mitigated, reduced or avoided by imposition of the mitigation measures, and these mitigation measures are set forth in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Plan adopted by the City. Specific findings of the City for each category of such impacts are set forth in detail below. Public Resources Code Section 21081 states that no public agency shall approve or carry out a project for which an Environmental Impact Report has been 14 completed which identities one or more significant effects unless the public agency makes one or more of the following tindings: 1. Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which mitigate or avoid the significant effects on the environment. 2. Those changes or alterations are within the responsibility and jurisdiction of another public agency and have been, or can and should be, adopted by that other agency. 3. Specitic economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, make infeasible the mitigation measures or altematives identified in the SEIR. The City hereby finds, pursuant to Section 21081 that the following potential environmental impacts can and will be mitigated to below a level of significance, based upon the implementation of the mitigation measures in the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR. Each mitigation measure discussed in this section of the findings is assigned a code letter correlating it with the environmental category used in the Mitigation Monitoring Program included in the SEIR, and adopted by the City to provide for the enfomement of such mitigation measures. 1. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES a. Blue-Line Stream Potential Significant Impact: Development of the proposed project will result in the elimination of an existing blue-line stream, tributary to Etiwanda Creek Finding: The potential impacts to biological resources, including a blue-line stream that has been identified on-site, are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The construction of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will result in the elimination of this water feature. The SEIR analysis concluded that implementation of the following mitigation measure will serve to avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects analyzed in the SEIR such that no significant impacts remain. 5.2.2A The project proponent shah purchase 3.22 acres (2:1 mitigation) within the Team Arundo or other approved mitigation bank to compensate for the loss of the 1.61 acres of on-site CDFG jurisdictional waters. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: The drainage on the eastern quarter of the project site has been identified as a blue-line stream. CDFG has determined 1.61 acres of this stream to be jurisdictional waters. No on-site drainages meet the criteria of the Army Corps of Engineers for jurisdictional waters. While the elimination of this water feature is a significant impact, implementation of the above-referenced mitigation measure will reduce the impact to a less than significant level. 15 b. North Etiwanda Preserve Potential Significant Impact: Biological resources of the preserve within the North Etiwanda Preserve may be directly and indirectly impacted by activities associated with the construction and occupation of residential uses. Finding: The potential impacts to the North Etiwanda Preserve are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The SEIR analysis concluded that implementation of the following mitigation measure will serve to avoid or substantially lessen the potential environmental effects analyzed in the SEIR such that no significant impacts remain. 5. Z3.4 No direct pedestrian or vehicular access to the Preserve from the project of individual lots shall be permitted. 5.2.3B Public lighting within the project site shall be installed and maintained in a manner to reduce the effect of night lighting on adjacent open spaces. Specific measures to reduce the effect of night lighting shall include: The use of low intensity street lights. The use of low elevation lighting poles; and/or The shielding of exterior light sources. 5.2.3C Plant materials utilized in project landscaping shah be of a type or variety compatible with adjacent natural areas. 5.2.3D Purchase documents for individual residential units within the project site shall include information regarding: the presence and purpose of the Preserve; access restrictions to the preserve; the prohibition of uses within the Preserve; the effect that domestic pets have on native wildlife populations; and the effect human activity has on native habitat and wildlife populations. 5.2.3E Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC & Rs,) shall be established which limit the installation of excessive night lighting and exterior sound amplification/sound reproduction systems on residential lots located adjacent to the Preserve. 5.2.3F A solid masonry wall, measuring no less than six feet in height shall be constructed at the property line of any residential lot abutting a natural area. Any such wall shall be constructed without breaks and maintained in a manner to prevent the passage of persons or domestic animals over/under said wall. Other barriers, which meet all the requirements of this measure, may be constructed in lieu of the solid masonry wall. 16 Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: While development of the proposed project will place residential uses in proximity to the Preserve, because the proposed project will be gated and walled, direct access to the preserve by residents and the General Public will be limited when compared to current conditions. Implementation of the above-referenced mitigation measures will reduce potential impacts to a less than significant level. c. Plummer's Mariposa Lily Potential Significant Impact: The Plummer's Mariposa Lily, a plant species identified by the CDFG as a species of special concern and the California Native Plant Society as rare, threatened or endangered is located on-site. Finding: The potential impacts related to the Phimmer's Madposa Lily are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that, because of the abundance oft_his species on the proposed project site, impacts to this species are considered significant. Implementation of the mitigation measures stated below will substantially lessen the significant impact identified in the SEIR such that no significant impacts remain. 5.2.1/1 The property owner shall purchase a minimum of llO acres, consisting of chaparral and coastal sage scrub communities, or its equivalent. Any off-site property purchases by the applicant shah be approved by the City prior to land disturbance within the project site. Any off-site property purchased for mitigation shah be transferred in.fee to an appropriate entity for permanent conservation purposes. An endowment, sufficiently.funded to provide for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area, shah be established prior to the commencement of on-site grading activities. 5.2.1B The project applicant shaH pay an endowment to the appropriate conservation entity required by the City for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area. 5.2.1C New focused surveys for the SBKR and the Califfornia gnatcatcher shall be conducted if construction activities have not commenced prior to the expiration of validity of the Spring 2000 SBKR and California gnatcatcher surveys. Appropriate mitigation as determined in consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the Section IOA or 7 permitting process shah be required in the event that new focused surveys identify any endangered or threatened species on-site Facts andAnalysistoSnpportoftheFinding: The Plummer's Mariposa Lily (Calochortas plummerae) is considered by the CDFG as a species of special concern and by the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) as rare, threatened or endangered in California. This plant species was common throughout the white sage series on site. Implementation of these measures will reduce potential impacts related to this sensitive plant to less than significant levels. 2. TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION a. Impacts to Local Roadways Potential Significant Impact: Three intersections are forecast to fall below the minimum LOS D under the 2003 plus project condition in the AM or PM peak hour. These intersections are: 17 Day Creek Boulevard/Highland Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Highland Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Victoria Street Finding: The potential impacts to transportation and circulation are discussed in Section 5.4 of the SEIR. The above-referenced intersections were projected to experience LOS "F" operations in the AM or PM peak hour, and are thus deficient pursuant to City of Rancho Cucamonga requirements. Mitigation measures from the 1991 Final EIR, along with additional rnJtigation required for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will improve vehicular movement and mitigate impacts related to opening year 2003 transportation identified in the SEIR such that no significant effect remains. The following measures from the 1991 Final EIR are still applicable and will reduce significant adverse impacts. TC-1 Maintain LOS C along secondary arterials and collector streets in the area by restricting parking and controlling access. TC-2 Landscape plantings and signs shall be limited in height in the vicinity of project roadways to assure good visibility. TC-3 Local streets should have a minimum radius of 3OO feet (25 mph design speed). TC-4 Cul-de-sacs should not exceed 600feet in length to facilitate emergency access. TC-5 Streets should intersect at as near to a right angle as possible, and at not more than 10 degree skew. TC-6 Streets should intersect others on the outside curve rather than the inside of a horizontal curve. TC- 7 Streets should intersect on a crest vertical curve, unless adequate site distance is provided. TC-8 Design local and collector streets in accordance with applicable standards established by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. TC-9 At least two different ingr~s/egress routes should be included except as noted under the cul-de-sac discussion in the 1991 Final EIR. TC- I O No street, or turnaround road shouM have a center line radius or curvature of less than 5O feet. TC-11 Vertica~ curves and dips in the r~adway shall be determined based ~n design speeds estab~ished f~r them. Additional mitigation required for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project includes: 18 5.4.1A Prior to issuance of building permits, the property owner shall pay its fair share contribution to the following improvements. Day Creek Boulevard- Highland Avenue Construct southbound left turn lane Construct southbound free right turn lane Construct eastbound left turn lane Construct eastbound through lane Construct westbound through lane Construct westbound right tarn lane with overlap Install turn signal Etiwanda Avenue- Highland Avenue Construct northbound right turn lane Construct southbound right turn lane with overlap Construct westbound through lane Etiwanda Avenue- I~ictoria Street - Install traffic signal Facts and Analysis in Support of the Findings: Intersection operations for opening year 2003 with project traffic conditions are projected to improve to Level of Service "C" or better during the peak hours, with improvements. The project is considered to be consistent with the traffic requirements of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Implementation of the mitigation measures stated abovc will reduce potential year 2003 impacts to local intersections to less than significant levels. b. Impacts to Local Roadways Potential Significant Impact: Ten intersections are forecast to fall below the minimum LOS D under the 2020 plus project condition in the AM or PM peak hour. These intersections are: · Day Creek Boulevard/Wilson Avenue · Day Creek Boulcvard/Summit Avenue · Day Creek Boulevard/SR-30/210 westbound ramp · Day Creek Boulevard/SR-30/210 eastbound ramp · Day Creek Boulevard/Highland Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Wilson Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Summit Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Highland Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Victoria Street · Etiwanda Avenue/Base Line Road Finding: The potential impacts to transportation and circulation are discussed in Section 5.4 of the SEIR. The above-referenced intersections were projected to experience LOS "D," "E" or "F" operations in the AM or PM peak hour, and are thus deficient pursuant to City of Rancho Cucamonga requirements. Mitigation measures from the 1991 Final EIR, along with additional mitigation required for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will improve 19 vehicular movement and mitigate impacts related to opening year 2020 transportation identified in the SEIR such that no significant effect remains. The following mitigation measure is included in the SEIR: 5.4.2A While the stated impacts will not occur until 2020, the project proponent will shall be required to pay the fair share contribution for the following improvement prior to the issuance of building permits. Day Creek Boulevard/~ilson Avenue Install traffic signal Day Creek Boulevard/Summit Avenue Construct southbound right turn lane Construct westbound left turn lane Install traffic signal Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 westbound ramps Install traffic signal Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 eastbound ramps Install traffic signal Etiwanda Avenue/~ilson Street Install traffic signal Etiwanda Avenue/Summit Avenue Install traffic signal Etiwanda Avenue/Base Line Road Construct northbound through lane Construct southbound left turn lane Construct eastbound through lane Construct eastbound right turn lane Construct westbound through lane Day Creek Boulevard/Base Line Road to Highland Avenue Construct four lanes Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 to Summit Avenue Construct four lanes Day Creek Boulevard/Summit Avenue to 0.3 miles north of Wilson Avenue Construct 2 lanes Day Creek Boulevard~0.3 mile north Wilson Avenue to project boundary Construct 2 lanes Etiwanda Avenue/terminus to project boundary 20 Construct 2 lanes IVilson ,4venue~0.3 miles east and west of Day Creek Boulevard Construct 2 lanes Summit ,4venue~0.3 miles east of Day Creek Boulevard - Construct 2 lanes Facts and Analysis in Support of the Findings: Intersection operations for Year 2020 with project traffic conditions are projected to improve to Level of Service "C" or better during the peak hours, with improvements. The project is considered to be consistent with the traffic requirements of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Implementation of the mitigation measures stated above will reduce potential year 2020 impacts to local intersections to less than significant levels. C. IMPACTS ANALYZED IN THE FEIR AND SEll{ AND DETERMINED TO BE SIGNIIqCANT AND UNAVOIDABLE. With the implementation of all available and feasible mitigation measures recommended in the 1991 Final EIR and the SEIR, the following adverse impacts of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project stated below are considered to be significant and unavoidable, both individually and cumulatively, based upon information in the SEIR, in the record, and based upon testimony provided during the public hearings on this project. These impacts are considered significant and unavoidable despite the mitigation measures which are imposed and which will reduce impacts to the extent feasible. 1. AIR QUALITY a. Short-Term Grading and Construction Impacts Significant Unavoidable Impact: Peak grading and construction emissions would exceed the South Coast Air Quality Management District thresholds for the criteria pollutant NOx, which is 2.5 tons per quartar and PMio, which is 150 pounds per day. Emissions of other criteria pollutants would be below the standards. Finding: Air quality issues for project grading and construction arc discussed in detail in Section 5.1 of the SEIR. The 1991 Final EIR found the University/Crest PD to be consistent with the 1989 AQMD update and to have no project related impacts that would not be mitigated to below significance. However, the SEIR identifies that implementation of the mitigation measures stated below would not reduce the criteria pollutant emissions for NOx and PM~0 associated with construction of the proposed project to a less than significant level under current standards. Despite implementation of the stated mitigation, significant and unavoidable impacts remain. This impact is overridden by the project benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations. The following mitigation measures are required to reduce pollutant emissions from construction activities. 21 5.1. lA During construction, the contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all mitigation measures listed in Table 5.1.1 are implemented. Note that to achieve the particulate control efficiencies shown, it was assumed that finished surfaces will be stabilized with water and/or dust palliatives and isolated from traffic flows to prevent emissions of fugitive dust from these areas. In addition, the following water application rates have been assumed: Roads traveled by autos, rock trucks, water trucks, fuel trucks, and maintenance trucks: up to twice per hour. Roads traveled by scrapers and loaders; active excavation area: up to three times per hour. Finish grading area: up to once every two hours. Table 5.1-1 MITIGATION FOR CONSTRUCTION-RELATED EMISSIONS Construction Vehicle/Equipment Operation · Configure construction parking to minimize traffic interference. · Provide temporary traffic control during all phases of construction activities to improve traffic flow (e.g., flag person). · Provide on-site food service for construction workers. · Prohibit truck idling in excess of 10 minutes. · Apply 4-6 degree injection timing retard to diesel IC engines, whenever feasible. · Use reformulated low-sulfur diesel fuel in all equipment, whenever feasible. · Use catalytic converters on all gasoline-powered equipment. · Minimize concurrent use of equipment through equipment phasing. · Use low-N0x engines, alternative fuels and electrification whenever feasible. · Substitute electric and gasoline-powered equipment for diesel-powered equipment whenever feasible. · Turn off engines when not in use. · Wash truck wheels before trucks leave construction site. · When operating onsite, trucks shall not be left idling for periods in excess of 10 minutes. · Operate clean fuel van(s), preferably vans that mn on compressed natural gas or propane, to transport construction workers to and from construction site. · Provide documentation to the City of Rancho Cucamonga prior to beginning construction demonstrating that the project proponent will comply with all SCAQMD regulations including 402, 403, 1113 and 1403. · Suspend use of all construction equipment operations during second stage smog alerts. For daily forecast call (800) 3674710 (San Bemardino and Riverside Counties) Grading · Apply non-toxic soil stabilizers according to manufacturers' specifications to all inactive construction areas (previously graded areas inactive for ten days or more). · Enclose, cover, water twice daily or apply non-toxic soil binders according to manufacturers' specifications, to exposed piles (i.e., gravel, sand, dirt) with 5% or greater silt content. · Water active sites at least twice daily. · Suspend all excavating and grading operations when wind speeds (as instantaneous gusts) exceed 25 mph. · All tracks hauling dirt, sand, soil, or other loose materials on-site are to be covered or should maintain at least 2 feet of freeboard (i.e., minimum vertical distance between top of the load and the top of the trailer) in accordance with the requirements of CVC Section 23114. · All trucks hauling these materials off-site shall be covered. 22 Grading, continued Sweep streets at the end of the day if visible soil material is carried onto adjacent public paved road (recommend water sweepers with reclaimed water). · Sweep public streets at the conclusion of construction work. · Install adequate storm water control systems to prevent mud deposition onto paved areas. Unpaved Roads · Apply water three times daily, or non-toxic soil stabilizers according to manufacturers' specifications, to all unpaved parking or staging areas or unpaved road surfaces. Source: LSA Associates Inc., 1999. 5.1. lB AH construction equipment shah be maintained in good operating conditions so as to reduce operational emissions. The contractor will ensure that aH construction equipment is being properly serviced and maintained. Facts in Support of the Finding: Grading and construction activities would cause combustion emissions from utility engines, heavy-duty construction vehicles, haul h'ucks, and vehicles transporting the construction crew. Exhaust emissions during grading and construction activities envisioned on site would vary daily as construction activity levels change. It is anticipated that peak grading days would generate larger amounts of air pollutants than during peak construction building erection days. The project will be required by law to comply with regional roles, which would assist in reducing the short- term air pollutant emissions. Implementation of these dust suppression techniques as required by the SCAQMD can reduce the fugitive dust generation (and thus the PM~0 component) by 50 to 75 percent. Building erection or construction would have different types of equipment being used on the project site. Similarities do exist in terms of equipment exhaust emissions and fugitive dust emissions. However, it is anticipated that emissions during building erection phase would be below peak grading day emissions. Therefore, mitigation implemented for the peak grading day emissions would be adequate to reduce emissions during the building erection phase. Emissions associated with architectural coating can be reduced by using precoated/natural colored building materials, water-based or low-VOC coating, and using coating transfer or spray equipment with high transfer efficiency. Compliance with the SCAQMD Rules and Regulations for architectural coatings would reduce this potential impact to less than significant. Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures, a significant and unavoidable air quality impact remains. b. Long-Term Regional Air Quality Impacts Significant Unavoidable Impact: Development of the proposed project would result in significant impacts related to long-term area source and mobile air pollutant emissions. Finding: Issues associated with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project's impact on air quality are discussed in Section 5.1 of the SEIR. Implementation of the mitigation measures 23 identified in the SEIR would not reduce the air pollutant emissions associated with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project to a less than significant level. This air quality impact would remain significant and unavoidable after mitigation. This impact is overridden by the project benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations The following mitigation measures are required to reduce pollutant emissions from construction activities. 5.1.2A The project shall comply with Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations established by the Energy Commission regarding energy conservation standards. The project applicant shall incorporate the following in building plans: Planting trees to provide shade and shadow to building; Solar or low emission water heaters with combined space/water heater unit; and Double-paned glass or window treatments for energy conservation shall be used in all exterior windows. 5.1.2B The project proponent shall determine with the City and the electrical purveyor if it is feasible to pre-wire houses for electrical chargers for EV cars and/or optic-fibers for home offices. If feasible, install EV chargers and/or optic-fibers per the electrical purveyor's direction prior to the Certificate of Occupancy. Facts in Support of the Finding: Although implementation of the mitigation measures would reduce the magnitude of the significance of impacts, long-term area source and mobile source emissions associated with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project would exceed daily thresholds established by SCAQMD (10 ppd over the 55 ppd standard for ROG, and 99 ppd over the 55 ppd standard for NOx), and is an impact which remains significant and unavoidable. 2. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES a. Loss of Alluvial Sage Scrub Significant Unavoidable Impact: Development of the proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates project would result in the loss of 251.58 acres (247.8 acres project site in addition to 3.78 acres of off-site utility features) of Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub. The loss of 251.58 acres of this plant community is a potentially significant impact. Finding: Issues associated with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project's effects on biological resources are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The 1991 Final EIR determined that cumulative impacts to biological resources, specifically, the loss of Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub habitat (RAFSS), would remain significant. Based on the whole record, project development, which will result in the loss of intermediate alluvial fan scrub is a significant and unavoidable impact. The loss of this resource within the proposed project site will contribute to a significant adverse unavoidable cumulative impact within the region. The cumulative loss of open space will remain significant and unavoidable. The SEIR recognizes that the Property owner has committed additional off-site land to be set aside in perpetuity for conservation purposes. This additional off-site land consists of one-half interest in a 172-acre off-site parcel of RAFSS and a cash endowment for long-term maintenance of the property in the sum of $110,000. Off-site 24 mitigation land and endowment is being delivered to an appropriate entity to be held and maintained for open-space and conservation purposes in perpetuity. These impacts remain significant and unavoidable but are overridden by the project benefits set forth in the statement of overriding considerations. The following mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts due to loss of RAFSS habitat. $.2.1A The property owner shall purchase a minimum of l lO acres, consisting of chaparral and coastal sage scrub communities, or its equivalent. Any off-site property purchases by the applicant shall be approved by the City prior to land disturbance within the project site. Any off-site property purchased for mitigation shall be transferred in fee to an appropriate entity for permanent conservation purposes. An endowment, sufficiently funded to provide for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area, shall be established prior to the commencement of on-site grading activities. $.2.1B The project applicant shall pay an endowment to the appropriate conservation entity required by the City for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area. 5.2.1C New focused surveys for the SBKR and the California gnatcatcher shall be conducted if construction activities have not commenced prior to the expiration of validity of the Spring 2000 SBKR and California gnatcatcher surveys. Appropriate mitigation as determined in consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife'Service in the Section IOA or 7 permitting process shall be required in the event that new focused surveys identify any endangered or threatened species on-site 5.2.1D Any off-site areas temporarily disturbed by project related activities shall be reseeded. Plant materials shall be those adapted to local conditions. Arrangements shall be made to ensure that plant materials are located and available for scheduled planting time. Sufficient time shall be allocated for a professional seed company to visit the project site during the appropriate season to collect native plant seed. If locale propagules are not available or cannot be collected in sufficient quantities, materials collected or grown from other sources within a 5-mile radius of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project shall be substituted. $.2.1E The long-term preservation of a one-half interest of the 172-acre parcel is the principal mitigation included in the proposed project. This off-site property has been acquired jointly by U.C.P. Inc. and the new owners of the Crest properties. Eighty-six acres along with funding to maintain the open space area shall be offered as mitigation for project impacts related to the loss of open space. $.2.1F Deed restrictions to future development shall be placed on the 172-acre parcel in order to ensure that it retained as natural open space. Facts in Support of the Finding: 2;he biological habitat impacts of development within the northerly portion of the University/Crest PD, encompassing the University properties is unchanged from the existing, certified 1991 Final EIR. The principal impact of the project is the conversion of land from undeveloped open space to residential uses. Riversidian alluvial fan scrub habitat is designated by California Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB) as a plant community requiring a high priority status for preservation. The conversion of alluvial fan scrub represents a significant addition to the ongoing loss of this regionally limited resource. In addition to the one-half interest in the 172-acre parcel, the property owner has agreed to pay the sum of $110,000 as an endowment for this mitigation property, and has committed a minimum of 110 acres to be held and 25 retained as open space in perpetuity. Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures, project development will result in significant and unavoidable impacts to biological resources. 3. TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION a. Long-term Impacts to Local Freeway Segments Significant Unavoidablelmpact: Under year 2020 (plus project) conditions, three freeway segments of the westbound and/or eastbound SR-30/210 between Day Creek Boulevard and Archibald Avenue are forecast to fall below the minimum LOS F during either the AM or PM peak hour. These freeway segments are: Westbound SR-30/210 between Day Creek Boulevard and Milliken Avenue Westbound SR-30/210 between Milliken Avenue and Haven Avenue Westbound SR-30/210 between Haven Avenue and Archibald Avenue PM Eastbound SR-30/210 between Archibald Avenue and Haven Avenue Eastbound SR-30/210 between Haven Avenue and Milliken Avenue Eastbound SR-30/210 between Milliken Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project contributes to this unsatisfactory condition which is considered a significant impact. Finding: Implementation of the mitigation measures stated below cannot be ensured since there is no mechanism for the property owner to pay fees or make fair share contributions towards improving mainline freeway lanes, and even if there were such a mechanism, there is no way to ensure that such payments would be directed to a specific freeway improvement project. Based on this conclusion, development of the proposed project will create a significant and unavoidable impact. This impact is overridden by the project benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations. 5.4.3,4 The addition of the following freeway lanes would improve freeway operations with year 2020 plus traffic volumes to LOSE or better. SR-30/210 westbound between Milliken Avenue and ArchibaM Avenue - addition of one eastbound and westbound lane. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: While the level of service analysis indicates that these improvements would allow the freeway to operate with satisfactory levels of service, no mechanism currently exists to enable the funding of these improvements. Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures, a significant and unavoidable impact remains. 26 V. PROJECT ALTERNAIIVES The project altematives discussed in Chapter 7 of the SEIR include four project alternatives presented in the certified environmental documents for the University/Crest project, and a reduced density alternative that compares the higher density of the proposed project to the existing very low density land use designation under the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. The potential significance for all of the alternatives are analyzed in Section 7 of the Draft SEIR. The City has considered these altematives for the development of the Rancho Efiwanda Estates project and makes the following findings. Previously Addressed Alternatives Upon completion of the Initial Study (included in the SEIR as Appendix A) by the County of San Bernardino for the proposed Crest project (now referred to as Rancho Etiwanda Estates), the County determined the four project alternatives presented in the certified environmental documents for the University/Crest project remain legally valid under CEQA for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. The City of Rancho Cucamonga agrees with the findings of the County's Initial Study. As a result, these project alternatives do not have to be updated in the SEIR for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. Finding: The previously addressed Project Alternatives were rejected as an alternative to the University/Crest project because the alternatives offer a reduced level of benefit when compared to the proposed project. Reduced Density - Developing the Project Site per the Very Low Density Residential Designation as Provided in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project totals 247.8 acres. Pursuant to the Etiwanda North Specific Plan (ENSP), a maximum density of two dwelling units per acre with a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet is allowed. Under this standard, approximately 429 single-family residential units could be built on the project site. Impacts based on construction emissions and regional air emissions, biological resources, and land use would remain significantly adverse under this altemative; however, transportation and circulation impacts would be reduced. This alternative would be required to provide the same transportation and circulation mitigation because the reduction in trip generation is not substantially less than that generated by the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. Therefore, impacts to traffic from this alternative are substantially the same. Finding: The Project developed per the very low density residential designation as provided in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan Alternative was rejected because the significant unavoidable impacts of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project on the impacts to air quality, land use, biological resources and transportation and circulation would not be avoided nor substantially lessened with development of this alternative. 27 VI. PROJECT BENEFITS The benefits from the approving the Development Agreement for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project are related to the establishment of a residential development that will provide a new, high quality residential community within the City. The benefits of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will result in a well- designed urban type development that provides for some major backbone infrastructure that would not be made available to the community without this Project's development. The following benefits will occur as a result of project implementation: 1. Completion of Day Creek Boulevard from its northerly terminus to its easterly intersection with Etiwanda Avenue. This has been identified by the City as a major north/south and east/west corridor and an essential element in the City and County's traffic and circulation planning. 2. Implementation of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will provide additional housing, to meet the demands of the City. The project provides for a well-developed and adequate infrastructure which complements existing and proposed development in the area and is in substantial conformance with the City's approved Etiwanda North Specific Plan standards as well as the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan. 3. Providing a substitute off-site permanent conservation area to replace the prior off-site acreage, which is now unavailable for the University/Crest PD. 4. Provide a payment by the property owner of $4,171,200 for park purposes to be used for community-wide benefits consistent with the City's General Plan. 5. Provide a payment by the property owner of $632,000 for community-wide equestrian facilities consistent with the provisions of the Et/wanda North Specific Plan. 6. Implementation of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will result in new sources of income to the area through new property taxes, and through the creation of new short-term, construction- related employment. 7. The adoption of the Development Agreement makes certain substantial modification to the design and timing of construction of certain traffic improvements and substantially conforms development to the City's adopted plans. VII. STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS California Public Resources Code 21002 provides: "In the event specific economic, social, and other conditions make infeasible such project alternatives or such mitigation measures, individual projects can be approved in spite of one or more significant effects thereof." Section 21002.1(c) provides: "In the event that economic, social, or other conditions make it infeasible to mitigate one or more significant effects of a project on the environment, the project may nonetheless he approved or carded out at the discretion of a public agency... "Finally, California Administrative Code, Title 14, 15093(a) states: "If the benefits of a proposed project outweigh the unavoidable adverse environmental effects, the adverse environmental effects may be considered 'acceptable.'" 28 The City of Rancho Cucamonga adopts this Statement of Overriding Considerations with respect to the significant unavoidable impacts identified in the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR, specifically (1) air quality related to (a) temporary increases in PM~0, NOx emissions from construction, (b) increased local and regional air pollutant emissions fi.om future development, (2) biological resources related to (a) loss of alluvial fan sage scrub habitat, and (3) traffic and circulation related to (a) long-term impacts to local freeway segments on eastbound and westbound SR-30/210. This section of fmdings specifically addresses the requirements of Section 15093 of the CEQA Guidelines, which require the lead agency to balance the benefits of a proposed project against its unavoidable significant impacts and to determine whether the impacts are acceptably overridden by the project benefits. The City finds that the previously stated major project benefits (see Section VI above) of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, outweigh the unavoidable significant adverse environmental impacts noted above. Each of the separate benefits of the proposed development cited in Section VI of these findings, is hereby determined to be the basis for overriding all unavoidable environmental impacts identified in both the 1991 Final EIR and SE1R. The City's findings set forth in the preceding sections have identified all of the adverse environmental impacts and the feasible mitigation measures which can reduce impacts to less than significant levels where feasible, or to the lowest feasible levels where significant impacts remain. Further, the City finds that economic, social, and other considerations of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project outweigh the unavoidable adverse impacts described above. The reasons for accepting these remaining ummtigated impacts are described below. In making this finding, the City has balanced the benefits of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project as developed in accordance with the Development Agreement against its unavoidable environmental impacts and has indicated its willingness to accept those risks. The findings have also analyzed alternatives to determine whether there are reasonable or feasible alternatives to the proposed action or whether they might reduce or eliminate the significant adverse impacts of the proposed Project. The 1991 Final Eli{ and SEIR present evidence that implementing the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will cause significant adverse impacts, which cannot be substantially mitigated to nonsignificant levels. Furthermore, the City has considered the alternatives to the project, finds that feasible alternatives to the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project which are capable of reducing identified impacts have been considered and rejected because the alternatives offer a reduced level of benefit when compared to the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. These significant impacts have been outlined above and the City further £mds that the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project's benefits are substantial and override each unavoidable impact of the project, as follows: Having considered the unavoidable adverse impacts of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project to construct the planned development, the City hereby determines that all feasible mitigation has been adopted to reduce or avoid the potentially significant impacts identified in the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR, and that no additional feasible mitigation is available to further reduce significant impacts. 1) Findings Regarding Air Quality Impacts Construction activities occurring in the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project area, including mass grading, will result in short-term increases in air emissions that exceed applicable thresholds of the SCAQMD, despite the imposition of mitigation measures. Short-term 29 increases in air emissions from construction can be mitigated but are not entirely avoidable, as construction activities within this region will continue to provide necessary and vital housing. The impacts from the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project on air quality will increase local and regional pollutants despite the imposition of several mitigation measures and implementation of Best Available Control Technology. Increases in local and regional pollutants are not entirely avoidable, as development activities within this region will continue to provide necessary and vital housing. This impact is also overridden by the benefits associated with the introduction of higher end housing within a gated community, the completion of needed roadways and infrastructure to service the northeastern sector of the City, and the projects contribution to community-wide recreational needs. 2) Findings Regarding Impacts to Biological Resources Development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project would result in the loss of 251.58 acres of Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub. Despite the commitment of the property owner to provide a minimum of 196 acres of off-site land, in fee, and a $110,000 cash endowment for long term maintenance of the property, the loss of this habitat is a significant adverse impact of the project. This impact is also overridden by the benefits associated with the introduction of higher end housing within a gated community, the completion of needed roadways and infrastructure to service the northeastem sector of the City, and the projects contribution to community-wide recreational needs. 3) Findings Regarding Traffic and Circulation Impacts Offsite traffic circulation impacts resulting from project-related traffic are significant, despite numerous modifications to the circulation system of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, and despite offsite traffic improvements to be constructed by the project applicant and the project's contribution to fair share expenses of other off-site improvements. The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project's impacts to freeway segments remain significant and unavoidable because there is no mechanism for individual projects to contribute financially to freeway mainline improvements. Widening of the freeways to improve levels of service is not feasible mitigation, and since additional mitigation measures are technically and economically infeasible. This impact is also ovemdden by the benefits associated with the introduction of higher end housing within a gated community, the completion of needed roadways and infrastructure to service the northeastern sector of the City, and the projects contribution to community-wide recreational needs. 4) Findings Regarding Cumulative Impacts The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will contribute to cumulative air quality impacts including short-term impacts to air quality during construction or other major projects in the area and on a long term basis as a source of vehicle emission from the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project and other projects in the region contributing to an increase in pollutants. Since the South Coast Air Basin is a nonattainment area for federal air quality standards, cumulative increases are considered significant and unavoidable. 30 This impact is overridden by the new housing and infrastructure improvements provided by the project. The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will also contribute to the cumulative loss of Riversidian alluvial fan sage scrub on a regional basis. The conversion of alluvial sage scrub represents a significant addition to the ongoing loss of this regionally significant limited resource. The loss of open space will also contribute to the cumulative loss of open space in the Rancho Cucamonga area. These impacts are overridden by the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project benefits. While the prior proposed off-site conservation area was substantially larger, 675-acres, no permanent funding was provided under the prior approval, and that land is now set aside as permanent conservation for a project built by the Metropolitan Water District. The undivided one-half interest in the 172-acre amenity site and the dedication of now proposed as a part of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project provides for permanent conservation of land located within the North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program (NEOSHPP) area, consisting of a portion of alluvial fan draining into San Sevaine Canyon. This amenity site has the potential for endangered species or species of special concern, and if protected from encroachment, Riversidian sage scrub can be re-established to support a diverse habitat. The long-term commitment to provide $110,000 of endowment funding for the amenity site represents a positive action towards preservation and conservation of regional open space. Additionally, the Project applicant has commatted a minimum of 110 acres for permanent conservation including appropriate endowment funding. As the CEQA Responsible Agency for the 1991 Final EIR and Lead Agency for the SEIR and Development Agreement, the City has reviewed the project description and the SEIR and fully understands the Project proposed by A&J Resources, Inc. for its development in accordance with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. Further, the City finds that all potential adverse environmental impacts and all feasible mitigation measures to reduce these impacts have been identified in the SEIR, the 1991 Final EIR and public testimony. These impacts and mitigation measures are discussed in Section IV above. The City also finds that a reasonable range of alternatives was considered in the SEIR and this document, Section V above, and that no feasible alternatives which substantially lessen project impacts are available for adoption. The City has identified economic and social benefits and important public policy objectives, Section VI above, which will result from implementing the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project through the Development Agreement. The City has balanced these substantial social and economic benefits against the unavoidable significant adverse effects of the proposed project. Given the substantial social and economic benefits that will accrue to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and the region, from developing the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project under the terms and conditions of the Development Agreement, the City finds that the benefits identified herein override the unavoidable environmental effects. 31 Vlll. ADOPTION OF A MONITORING/REPORTING PROGRAM FOR THE CEQA MITIGATION MEASURES Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code requires the City adopt a monitoring or reporting program regarding the changes in the project and mitigation measures imposed to lessen or avoid significant effects on the environment. The Mitigation Monitoring and Compliance Program, included as Chapter 5 in the Final SEIR, 0ViMCP) is adopted as modified, because it fulfills the CEQA mitigation monitoring requirements: a) The MMCP is designed to ensure compliance with the changes in the project and mitigation measures imposed on the project during project implementation; and b) Measures to mitigate or avoid significant effects on the environment are fully enforceable through permit conditions, agreements or other measures. 32 FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT UNIVERSITY/CREST PROJECT PUD NO. W121-49 . 8CH NO. 88082815 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO' En_¥~ronm.e. ntal l~ers_pectives % August 1989 FINAL ENYIRONHENTAL IMPACT REPORT UNIVERSITY/CREST PROJECT PUD No. W121-49 SCH No. 88082915 Prepared for: County of San Bernardino 385 North Arrowhead, 3rd Floor San Bernardino, CA 92415 Contact Person: Neal Osborne Prepared by: Environmental Perspectives 1020 North Broadway, Suite 411 Santa Aha, CA 92701 Contact Person: Keeton K. Kreitzer August 1989 TABLE OF CONTENTS University/Crest Project PUD No. W121-49 Page I. Project Description .............................. 1 A. Introduction. 1 C. Regional Setting ............................. 3 D. Project Characteristics ...................... 6 II. Environmental Setting ........................... 11 III. Summary of Environmental Impact Report .......... 16 IV. Irreversible Resource Commitment ................ 23 V. Growth Inducement ............................... 24 VI. Cumulative Impacts .............................. 26 VII. Alternatives to the Proposed Project ............ 30 A. No Project/No Development ................... 30 B. Reduced Residential Density .................. 31 C. City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan ........ 32 VIII. Detailed Environmental Impact Analysis ........... 35 A. Transportation/Traffic and Circulation ....... 35 B. Climate/Air Quality .......................... 49 C. Biological Resources ......................... 61 D. Noise ........................................ 78 E. Land Use/Relevant Planning ................... 83 F. Cultural and Historical Resources ............ 102 G. Sewer Facilities and Services ................ 107 IX. Bibliography ..................................... ill X. People and Organizations Contacted ............... 113 XI. Appendix A. Initial Study/NOP and Responses B. Detailed Traffic Analysis C. Air Quality Assessment D. Biological Assessment E. Acoustical Analysis F. Comments/Response to Comments on the Draft EIR List of Tables Table Pa~e 1 Statistical Summary University/Crest Property ....................... 9 2 City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Land Use Scenario .................. 33 3 City of Rancho Cucamonga City Staff Land Use Recommendation .............. 34 4 Existing Intersection Capacity Utilization Afternoon Peak Period ........................... 37 5 Trips Generated by Zone ......................... 41 6 Future Intersection Capacity Utilization North Etiwanda Study Area - Afternoon Peak Period .......................................... 45 7 Summary of Air Quality Violations Fontana Air Quality Monitoring Station .......... $2 8 Project-Related Mobile Source Air Pollutant Emissions ....................................... 55 9 Project-Related Mobile and Stationary Source Emissions (lbs/day) ...................... 55 10 Emission Inventory Comparison (Year 2000) South Coast Air Basin (tons/day) ................ 56 11 Maximum Carbon Monoxide Concentrations (Parts Per Million) ............................. 57 12 Project-Related Sewage Generation ............... 109 ii List of Exhibits Exhibit Page 1 Regional Map ................................. 2 2 U.S.G. $. Map .............................. 4 3 Vicinity Map ................................. 5 4 100-Year Flood Plain ......................... 7 5 Property Ownership ........................... 8 6 Proposed Land Use Plan ................ . ....... 10 7 Regional Seismicity .......................... 14 8 Existing Daily Traffic Volumes ............... 36 9 Cumulative Development ....................... 39 10 Traffic Zones ................................ 40 11 Future Daily Traffic Volumes ................. 42 12 Future Daily Traffic Volumes (Without Route 30 Freeway) ................... 43 13 Recommended Roadway Improvements ............. 46 14 Vegetation/Habitat Map ....................... 63 15 Existing General Plan ........................ 84 16 West Valley Foothills Community Plan Study Area ................................... 86 17 City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan ........ 95 iii I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION A. Introduction The project applicant, The Caryn Company, has proposed a Planned Unit Development (PUD) on approximately 1,100 acres, north of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, in unincorporated San Bernardino County. A total of 1,293 single-family residen- tial dwelling units is proposed as well as neighborhood commercial and open space land uses to support the residen- tial development. The County of San Bernardino, the Lead Agency, prepared an initial study for the Caryn Company PUD to identify those elements which would, or could, be signi- ficantly impacted by project implementation. The issues identified in the initial study (refer to Appendix A) in- clude: Transportation/Traffic and Circulation, Climate/Air Quality, Biological Resources, Noise, Land' Use/Relevant Planning, and Cultural and Historical Resources. In addi- tion, the issue of Sewer Facilities and Services was identi- fied during the Notice of Preparation review period. As a result, the County determined that a Focused Environmental Impact Report be prepared which thoroughly addresses the issues identified above. This document has been prepared in response to that deter- mination, providing an objective, full-disclosure of facts to (1) inform agency decision-makers and the general public of the direct and indirect environmental effects of a pro- posed action, (2) provide mitigation measures to reduce or eliminate potential adverse impacts, and (3) identify and evaluate reasonable alternatives to the project project. This report addresses each of these objectives in accordance with the State CEQA Guidelines (California Administrative Code 15000 et. seq.). The Final EIR for this project, which will respond to public comments on this Draft EIR, will be prepared following the mandated public review period. B. Location The proposed project encompassses approximately 1,100 acres in the West Valley Foothills Community Plan area in unincor- porated San Bernardino County. The subject property is located approximately 40 miles east of downtown Los Angeles and 15 miles west of downtown San Bernardino. Exhibit 1 (Regional Location) illustrates the relationship of the site to the southern Californis region. The property is comprised of several parcels under three ownerships and is divided into two discrete elements. The largest of the two encompasses 675 acres and is located in Section 1, Township 1 North, Range 7 West and Sections 6 and 7, Township 1 North, Range 6 West. The remaining pro- perry (approximately 425 acres) is located in Sections 20 Regional Map (_ CUCAMONGA APPROXIMATE 8CALE 1'=11 MILE8 80URCE: LencllPlanlDeeign Groul~ EXHIBIT 1 2 and 29, Township 1 North, Range 6 West, San Bernardino Base and Meridian (SBBM). The property boundaries of the subject site have been delineated on the 7.5' Cucamonga Peak U.E.G.S. topographic map in Exhibit 2. The southernmost portion of the property is located adjacent to the northerly limits of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. This 425-acre element is completely within that City's sphere of influence while the 675-acre parcel is situated north of the sphere of influence boundary in the San Bernar- dino National Forest. Interstate 15 is located approximate- ly three miles east of the site. Other major roads in the vicinity of the subject property include Etiwanda Avenue and Highland Avenue east and south of the site, respectively. The relationship of the subject property to the jurisdic- tional boundaries is illustrated in the Vicinity Map (Exhi- bit 3). As previously indicated, the site is comprised of 1,100 acres, including 675 acres in Day Canyon, north of the City of Rancho Cucamonga and extending approximately two miles into the San Bernardino National Forest. This element of the property is proposed for open space preservation. The site area proposed for development, approximately 425 acres, is bounded on the north and west by Southern California Edison (SCE) utility corridors. Highland Avenue (i.e., future Route 30) is the southerly property boundary. The easterly edge of the site, south of 24th Street, is adjacen~ to Hanley Street, while north of 24th Street, the site is bounded by Etiwanda Avenue. C. Regional Setting The northern 675-acre element is characterized by mountain- ous and foothill terrain at the base of the south face of Cucamonga Peak (elevation 8,859 feet above mean sea level) in the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriels are a par~ of the Transverse Range which trends east-wes~ across Cali- fornia and are part of the California Chaparral Province of the Mediterranean Division. Elopes within this area vary from less than 15 percent on knolls, terraces and canyon bottoms to over 80 percent in the steeper areas. Metamor- phic rocks within the area generally consist of highly sheared and fractured gneisses with zones of marble, quartz- ite and phyllite. Exposed rocks are weathered to varying degrees and do not sustain deeply developed soils. The southerly 425-acre element is located in the topogra- phically gentle alluvial plain which generally exhibits slopes of less than 15 percent. This portion of the site is comprised of older alluvium and fan deposits, overlaid with 3 U.S.G.S. Map SOUTHERN ELEMENT APPROXIMATE 8¢ALE 1%8800' SOURCE: Cucamonga Peak 7.5' USG8 Quad EXHIBIT 2 4 Vicinity Map WEST VALLEY FOOTHILLE SITE COMMUNITY PLAN BOUNDARY (WVFCP)~~. ~ / PRESERVED OPEN SPACE ~$~ /''' DEVELOPMENT AREA SAN B;rRNAR, I311d~ lU~ / ~,.~- 1' ", "~-~-' ~T~ ~~'.-~ - '. Lu ~" ~ '~ I' il AVE. ~---. .._..~_. ~,=-,---: .i ¢ I ~ . ~ < ~ < · -- ¢ < < z ~ A~OXlMATE SCALE ~ 5 ~ 1'=~600' 80URCE: Lan~llPlanlDesIgn Group EXHIBIT 3 5 soil types which are characterized as being well drained and only slightly susceptible to erosion or sedimentation. These soils, of the $oboba series (Spc), include Stoney loamy sand to very stoney loamy sand to very stoney sand. The proposed development (i.e,, 425-acre residential develop- ment plan) is located on the broad alluvial slopes which receive the flood waters of the foothill canyons, including Day and Etiwanda. These drainage channels produce signifi- cant flows which affect the subject property as well as the surrounding area. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has identified a portion of the site as subject to inundation from the Day Creek System (refer to Exhibit 4). Current and future improvements (e.g., dam and channel work) to this system will provide Protection from the 100-year flood hazard. The northeasterly portion of the site is affected by the Etiwanda drainage. The project site and surrounding area are generally unde- veloped. However, substantial additional development is planned within the nearly 17,000-acre West Valley Poothills Community Plan area. A maximum of 7,500 dwelling units could ultimately be permitted based on present land use designations of that plan. The project site is accessible from Highland Avenue via Day Creek Boulevard. Day Creek Boulevard is planned as a four- lane roadway north of Highland Avenue to 24th Street. High- land Avenue (proposed Route 30) is located near the south- erly property boundary. D. Project Characteristics The project site is owned by three land owners. The Univer- sity of California owns approximately 175 ac Day Creek Boulevard. Th" ~ ..... - res adjacent to 250 acres north of the ~-c°mpanY owns approximately u,zvers~y property. The remaining 675 acres, located in the foothills of the San Bernardino National Forest, are owned by Etiwanda Highland Ltd. Exhi- bit 5 illustrates the aforementioned property ownership. The applicants are proposing a single-family residential Planned Unit Development (PUD). Based on the County's land use designations for the site, 1,174 single family dwelling units are proposed in eleven "neighborhoods,, within the 425-acre property slated for development. It should also be pointed out, however, that under the provisions of the West Valley Foothills Community Plan, a density bonus may be granted if certain recreational, public facility, and other infrastructure amenities are provided within an integrated community. The proposed project has identified a 10 percent density bonus. If granted as proposed, a total of 1,293 single family residential dwelling units would be construc- 6 Flood Hazards .OPMENT \ ~ FLOOD HAZARD AREA - APPROXIMATE 6¢ALE Overflow Limitsof 1969 Flood 1'=6600' 100 YEAR FLOOD PLAIN ~ 1' DEPTH ~ 2' DEPTH SOURCE: City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan EXHIBIT 4 ? Property Ownership LEGEND ,::~r,,.~ ETIWANDA HIGHLAND =g~ PROPERTIES OWNED CARYN CO. OWNED · UNIVERSITY OWNED : :-:-.: ,~, / C.C.W.D. OWNED PROPERTY OWNERSHIP PROPOSED DEVELOPMENTS APPROXIMATE 8¢ALE 1'=8~00' SOURCE: Lend/Plan/Design Group EXHIBIT 5 8 ted. Average lot sizes will vary from a minimum of 6,000 square feet to over 12,000 square feet in size at an average gross density of approximately. 3.1 dwelling units per acre (not including the 675 acres to the north which will be designated for permanent open space and the nearly 10 acres proposed for commercial uses). The proposed land use devel- opment plan for the 425-acre portion of the project is illus- trated in Exhibit 6. Table 1 provides the statistical sum- mary of the project. Table 1 Statistical Summary University Crest Property Planning Gross Base Unit Density1 Total. Area Acres Densit~ Subtotal Bonus Unitsz A 33.05~ 3.0 99 10% 109 B/B1 54.07- 3.0 162 10% 178 C 38.36 3.0 115 10% 127 D 51.97 3.0 156 10% 172 E/E1 92.54 3.0 278 10% 305 F 56.12 3.0 168 10% 185 G 28.04 2.0 56 10% 62 H/H1 61.62 2.0 123 10% 136. I 675.80 0.025 17 10% 194 Commercial 9.39 - - TOTAL 1,100.96 1,174 1,293 NOTE: Refer to Exhibit 6 for Planning Area locations. 1 A 10% density bonus is permitted by the West Valley Foot- hills Community Plan for projects which integrate parks, schools, open space, trails, community services, etc. 2 The unit total for each Planning Area may vary from the 'total shown, providing the development standards are met for each area and the total unit count does not exceed 1,293 dwelling units. 3 Planning Area B actually contains 63.46 acres, of which 9.39 are designated for commercial uses and are not in- cluded in the density calculations. 4 Planning Area I is planned for permanent open space and its density of 1 du/40 acres will be transferred to Areas A through H, consistent with both existing County and City policies. SOURCE: Land/Plan/Design Group 9 Proposed Land Use Plan i(~( " APPROXIMATE 8CALE '- ~ 1%1820' 80URCE: LendlPl,,,nlDeuign Group EXHIBIT 6 ~.0 -- II. ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING The project site, approximately 1,100 acres, is composed of two disjunct areas located in the western San Bernardino Valley and southern San Gabriel Mountain range. The south- ern element of the project site rests on the alluvial slopes that form the southern margin of the San Gabriel Mountains. The northern element of the project site lies in the San Bernardino National Forest, and is composed of Day Canyon and the ridges and slopes adjacent to Day Canyon. The southern element (approximately 425 acres, including utility easements and rights-of-way)) is bordered by Day Creek on the west and natural open space on the north (refer to Exhibit 3). The eastern border of this element runs parallel to Etiwanda Avenue, but only. along the northern half of this element. Southeast of the southern element is a rectangular area of disturbed, partially inhabited land, adjacent to Hanley Street. Etiwanda Avenue at the north- eastern border of the southern element is bordered entirely by natural open land. Highland Avenue (i.e., future Route 30) constitutes the southern border of this element. The land south of Highland Avenue is occupied by the Victoria Highlands residential planned community which is nearing completion (anticipated in 1989). Northwest of the southern element of the project site, Day Canyon Wash widens to form a large floodplain. Day Creek, a tributary of Day Canyon Wash, runs along the western border of this parcel and has been channelized by a downslope levee reinforced with concrete. The northern portion of this channel is undergoing continued mechanical activity (e.g., stream erosion, etc.). Parallel and adjacent to Day Creek is a land easement owned by the Southern California Edison Company (SCE). Also located just within the western border of the southern element at about mid-site, is a borrow pit left over from past mining activity. NO active mines exist on the site. However, the 4th Street Rock Crusher is located in Section 19 (Township 1 North, Range 6 West), adjacent to the westerly border of the subject property. The Fourth Street Rock Crusher pro~ect encompasses approximately 765 acres. Sand and ~ravel extraction would be conducted over approximately 465 acres (65 percent of the total site area). Minin~ of the property would be phased, occurring on only 10 acres at any one time. A total of about 24.8 million cubic yards (40 million tons) of sand and ~ravel would be produced over the life of the pro~ect, which may extend for 45 years, dependin~ on market conditions, future rates of production and San Bernardino County FlooO Control District lease stipulations. 11 A network of additional SCE easements cross the southern element. An occupied and functional water-treatment plant lies in the center of this element. Several unpaved roads criss-cross the site in this element, providing access to the water treatment plant and to the interior of the site- Near the southern portion of the southern element lie the remains of an old barbed wire fence of unknown origin. Remnant grape vines suggest that this section was at one time occupied by a vineyard in the vicinity of the now disin- tegrating fence. Crossing the lower southeast corner of this parcel diagonally is a concrete-reinforced flood con- trol levee supplied with downslope water drainage pipes. This temporary facility was constructed with the initial phase of the Victoria development in order to protect the residential development from overflow from Day Creek. Once the Day Creek Channel is completed west of the subject pro- perty (before the end of 1989), this existing temporary levee will not be needed for flood protection. The terrain near Highland Avenue slopes gradually to the south. The elevation of the southern parcel ranges from 1,498 feet in the south to 2,000 feet in the north. The West Valley Foothills Community Plan has recognized that the subject property is located within the 100-year flood plain, resulting in the establishment of a Flood Safety Overlay District which includes standards pertaining to development within flood prone areas. The northern element of the project site (approximately 675 acres) includes the southern three-fifths of Day Canyon and the adjacent slopes and ridges in the San Bernardino National Forest. Day Canyon serves as a major drainage area for this portion of the San Gabriel Mountains, providing a natural flood channel for seasonal rainwater and snowmelt. According to the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, the westerly portion of the southerly 425-acre property is within the one-foot depth flood elevation of Day Creek. However, recently approved flood control improvements in Day Canyon and Day Creek will eliminate all future flooding in the Day Canyon flood plain. The Chino Basin Municipal Water District maintains ground water recharge areas east and west of the subject property within the Etiwanda and Day Creek watersheds, respectively. These areas have a recharge capacity greater than 50 cubic feet per second (cfs). The mouth of Day Canyon opens to form the apex of the Day flood plain and its corresponding alluvial wash. This wash presently represents a primary terrace of the alluvial fan community which exists on the partial apron forming the southern edge of the San Gabriel Mountains. A rocky, boulder-strewn stream winds through the bottom of Day Can- yon. This well-aerated stream is characterized by swift water, mini-falls and open pools. The elevation of Day 12 Canyon within the project site ranges from about 3,000 feet to about 4,600 feet. The project plans propose that this element of the project site be set aside as a permanent open space preservation area. The site is located in a seismically active region, affected by activity from the Whittier-Elsinore, San Andreas, San Jacinto, San Jose and San Antonio Canyon Faults. The Cuca- monga fault is probably the most significant fault due to its proximity (i.e., approximately one-half mile north of the site). This fault is an eastward extension of the Sierra Madre fault zone, which was responsible for the 1971 San Fernando Valley event. It is estimated that the maximum probable earthquake expected to occur along the Cucamonga fault is 6.5 (Richter), resulting in a maximum peak acceler- ation in bedrock under the site greater than 0.57g and a maximum repeatable acceleration of approximately Q.37q. Exhibit 7 illustrates the relationship of the subject pro- perty to the fault systems in the region. The potential for ground shaking during a projected 50-year life span is consi- dered to be high; however, it would not be unlike condi- tions which generally occur throughout the southern Califor- nia region. According to the engineering geology feasibility and'sub- surface investigations conducted on the subject property, no portion of the site lies within an Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone. However, a portion of the Red Hill fault located approximately one-half mile northeast of the site is included within such a zone. According to the Rancho Cuca- monga General Plan, this fault is capable of producing a maximum groundshaking intensity of 6.5 (Richter). The City of Rancho Cucamonga has adopted a special studies zone of its own by extending the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone towards the southwest, thereby bisecting the southerly por- tion of the property. Previous trenching studies within the special studies zone southwest of the site have failed to reveal any evidence of faulting; however, the City of Rancho Cucamonga currently requires trenching within the special studies zone for projects within the City limits. No springs or perched ground water conditions are known to exist under the site. The depth to static ground water is estimated to be greater than 100 feet below the existing ground surface. Because of the depth to ground water, lique- faction is not considered to be a significant potential hazard. The area in which the subject property is located is pre- sently only sparsely developed. Development which does exist is primarily single-family residential in rural areas on large lots (and in the hillsides). The West Valley Foot- hills Community Plan, which was adopted by the County in 13 Regional Seismicity ........ ,~ - ~.., , ~. :~:,--. ~, .~, . ..... ~.. "~.._ ~....,,,.~..~-.~~:~;..~;-~.~ ~ _~ .... ... -.. .... ,.../.. .... RANCHO CUCAMONQA ?: SPHERE .OF INFL~ . ~ .~..~. - .- . ~:~ ' ..~. . ~ APPROXIMATE SCALE ACCURATELY LOCATED 1'=2.~5 MILE8 /'/ ~LL LO~D ~ APPROXIMATE OR .." ,,-'" IN~RRED SOURCE; City of Rancho Cucamongm General Plan EXHIBIT 1983, would permit the development of a total of approxi- mately 5,500 to 7,500 dwelling units and a population range from 15,000 to 21,000 residents for the 26-square mile plan- ning area, of which the site is a part. Circulation in the area is generally limited to unimproved roads and trails. A major circulation network exists south of the site in the City of Rancho Cucamonga but does not generally extend north of Highland Avenue. Improved roads in the vicinity of the subject property include Etiwanda Avenue, a north-south arterial, east of the site and High- land Avenue, an east-west arterial south of the property. Interstate 15 (Devote Freeway) is located approximately three miles east of the site. The site is located in an area which has been identified as a "Hazardous Area" (less than 20 percent slopes) for wild- land fires. The Etiwanda area and the entire area north of the City limits are susceptible to fires because of fire- prone vegetation, poor access by fire fighting equipment, lack of water service and inadequate water pressure at fire prone elevations, and atmospheric conditions that exacerbate fire hazard conditions. A portion of the site is located in the County's Foothill Hazard Area II. A fire station is located at Baseline Road and Day Creek, approximately one mile south of the site. Two other facilities are proposed north of that station, closer to the subject property. The area in which the property is located is provided public services by several agencies, including: Etiwanda School District (K-8) Charley Joint Union High School District (9-12) San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Foothill Fire Protection District Cucamonga County Water District San Bernardino County Parks Department Southern California Edison Company Southern California Gas Company Although some of the agencies listed above presently provide an adequate level of service, future growth projected by the West Valley Foothills Community Plan will result in the need to greatly enhance (i.e., expand the capacity) the level of service provided by the existing public services and facil- ities. 15 III. SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT The project sponsors, the Regents of the University of Cali- fornia, Caryn Company, and Etiwanda Highland Properties, Ltd., are proposing the development of a Planned Unit Devel- opment, including the construction of 1,293 residential dwelling units, a neighborhood commercial center, elementary school and open space and recreational amenities which were described previously. The following environmental issues were identified in the initial study and/or responses to the Notice of Preparation (NOP). o Transportation/Traffic and Circulation o Climate/Air Quality o Biological Resources o Noise o Land Use/Relevant Planning o Cultural and Historical Resources o Sewer Facilities and Services In addition to those issues, several alternatives were also analyzed for the purposes of providing a relative comparison of the potential impacts and benefits under other feasible development scenarios. These alternatives include: (1) No Project/No Development, (2) Reduced Residential Density, and (3) City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. The level of analysis afforded these alternatives is general in nature and is presented in Section VII of this document. The following matrix provides a summary of the potential impacts, mitigation measures, and the unmitigated adverse impacts, if any, resulting from project implementation. 16 IIq~ACT SUP~IARy t4ATRIX Adverse Impacts Mitigation Measures Unmitigated Adverse Impacts I. Transportatlon/Trafflc and Circulation The proposed project will generate a total The local highway system must be construc- No unmitigated proJect-related Impacts of 20,540 ADT, 1,900 at the PM peak hour. ted In accordance with the proposed master are anticipated with construction of the Thls Is approximately 12.5 percent of the circulation plan. This construction must area-wide circulation system. ~owever, traffic expected wlth development of the be phased to coincide with the demands cumulative Impacts will be significant. entire traffic study area. The proposed created b~ development. The following (~, __ ........... area-wide circulation system Is generally are proJect specific mitigation measures: adequate to accoa~nodate future traffic within the study area. Two (of 15) Inter- a. Construct Day Creek Blvd. as a 4-lane sections are forecast fo operate st less roadway from north of Highland Avenue than the County's standard of LOS "C" as to 24th Street. ,2 ·., a result of cumulative Impacts In the area. Although all proJect-related Im- b. Construct the collector streets on- pacts will be fully mitigated, cuaulatlve site to provide access fo Etlwanda Impacts will be significant. Avenue and the 24th Street extension. c. Install signals and stop signs as necessary for traffic safety and.ef- ficient flow. d. Implement the recommendations of the traffic engineer, as approved by the County, for Internal street design. e. The project sponsor shall participate In a "falr-share" financing program for community-wide circulation Im- provements as determined by the County of San Bernardlno and CALTRANS. Adverse Impacts Mitigation Measures Unmitigated Adverse Impacts 2. Climate/Air Quality Development of the proposed project will Hltlgatlon measures for shert-term Ia- No unmitigated project-related Impacts result In Increased stationery and mobile pacts shell Include= are anticipated. However, cumu]ntlve source emissions Into the air basin. In Impacts ulll occur, ns the County Is the short-term, two types of contaminants aa Control fugitive dust end maintain located within e flon-aHelnment area ere expected: exhaust from construction proper engine tune during earth- (I.e., the air quality standards of the equipment and dust from soil movement, moving operations. EPA are not met within the air basin). Long-term Impacts Include stationary These cumulative Impacts will be slgnl- source pollution from electrlcal gener- b. Use soil binders and other measures flomnto etlon and natural gas use totalling 74 to reduce susceptibility to wind pounds per day. and mobile source poi- eroslon after grading. lutants from vehicle trips totalling ~,797 pounds per day et bulldout. The project c. Keep the site watered down during related emissions represent approximately construction acflvltlea. 0.0~ of the total air basin emlsslons ~- forecast for 2000. Hltlgatlon for long-term Impacts shall co Include= Although the project Is consistent with the 1989 A0~P due to Its consistency with a. Provide for public transit oppor- the County's General Plan. cumulative Im- tunttles and non-vehicular modes pacts will be significant, of transportation (nog., pedes- trian trails and bicycle routes). b. Include transit Improvements In the proJect design, Including such features es bus shelters, benches, and bus pockets In street. It recom- mended by the Country Transportation Dept. and local ~renslt authority. Adverse Impacts Hltlgatlon Measures Unmitigated Adverse Impacts 2. Biological Resources ProJect Implementation will result In the The long-term preservation of the 675- ProJect-related Impacts can be fully loss of approximately 42~ acres of natural acre Day Creek parcel, an area of high mitigated. However, the cumulative Im- alluvial community. This will contribute biologic value. Is the principal mill- pacts resulting from the loss of the to cumulative Impacts due to development gallon measure for the proJect. In ad- Rlversldlan alluvial fan scrub habitat and flood control Improvements In the gan- dillon, the following measures will also wlll be regionally significant after eral area. The SCE easements and other mitigate advehse biologic Impacts esso- mitigation. open space areas on-site will be preserved clated with the proJect: but will have a reduced habitat value due to their location near urbanized uses. a. Sycamores and oaks lost fo develop- ment shall be replaced In a suffl- P~ddf~ll~4~t~lt61t~lgl~d~& clent ratio to ensure ultimate re- ~l~/~d/tH&/~6~f/~lf~l permit (Federal permit for stream bed alteration) and possibly a Sec- tion 160] (State permit) shall be required for the proposed stream bed tilting. Such a plan ~111 re- quire replacement of lost ~lldllfe habitat values, or Design the project In such a way as fo direct surface runoff from the proJect Into the riparian habitat In those areas to provide enhancement, If feasible. c. ProJect landscaping adjacent to open space shall conform to the composi- tion of surroundlng vegetation. d. Open space areas shall be protected from off-road vehicle use. Adverse Impacts Mitigation Measures Unmitigated Adverse Impacts ~. Biological Resources (Continued) e. The Impact of night lighting shall be minimized by Incorporating the recom~ecdatlous of the project blologlst, 4. Noise Adverse Impacts due to vehicular traffic A condition of project approval shall All project-related and cumulative noise are forecast adjacent to Highland require that adequate aetbacks and berm/ Impacts can be adequately mitigated. No Avenue, Day Creek Olvdo/24th Street, the ~all combinations shall be Implemented adverse Impacts ~111 remain after mltl- collector street connecting to UIIson In accordance ~lth all recommendations gatlon, and the collector street connecting to of the detailed acoustical analyses the northern devel~ment area, along the uhlch ulll be required. segment south of the school site and community park, Such noise levels ulll exceed the 55 C~IEL standard for exterior noise ado~oted by the County for residen- tial areas. ~. Land Use/Relevant Planning The loss of the riparian area on the pro- a. Land Use Implementation of the mltlgatlon mea- Ject site appears to be In conflict ~lth auras ~111 fully mitigate all Impacts. the conservation and preservation provl- Development regulations (standards or deed siena et fha General Plan and Co~unlty restrictions! ~hlch preclude development Plan. In Planning Area "1" {the northern parcel proposed for open space preservation) and other open space areas shall be adopted. Adverse Impacts Hltlgatlon Heasures Unmitigated Adverse Impacts ~. Land Use/Relevant Planning (Continued) Similar drscrmpancles exist wlth the City b. Circulation of Rancho Cucamenga General Plan. In ad- dition, the City designates a p~rtlon of Vlewsheds from SR ~O/H)ghland Avenue, a the project site for open space uses designated scenic highway, shall be pro- (areas "B" and 'C"). The number of units tected. proposed la consistent with the maximum permitted by the Cltye$ General Plan. The c. Public Services and Factlltles City Planning Staff has reviewed the pro- Ject and recommended a reduced density of Flood control Improvenmnts for the pro- approximately 2.4 du/ac overall due to posed project shall be carefully eval- several areas of concern. Also0 the pro- uated with regard to County standards posed elementary school site does not and engineering criteria. correspond ~)th those on the City's Gen- eral Plan Hap. d. Communlty Design The grading end landscape plans prepared tot the project shall meet the guide-. lines, criteria, and standards of the County. e. Conservation and Open Space The riparian habitat on-site shall be pre- served or mitigated In an appropriate man- ner (refer to Biological Resources). 6. Cultural Resources/Archaeology The Identified rock "cairns" on-site have A qualified archaeologist shall be on-site Implementation of the mitigation mae- been determined to be rock plies of Ilttle when grading atfectlng the cairns occurs sures will fully mitigate all Impacts. or no historical )nterest. No slgnlfl- to assure special Interest groups that a cant adverse Impacts are associated with diligent effort has been made to determine the proposed project, any historical slgnlflcance or resources. Adverse Impacts Mitigation Heasures Unmitigated Adverse Impacts 7,Sewer Facilities and Service The project Is estimated to produce approx- The developer shall be required to extend Implementation of the ~ltlgatlon mea- Imately 349,000 gallons of sewege per dey sewer facilities to the site In accordance cures will fully mltlgate all Impacts. at bulldout. No slgnlftcent adverse lm- with the adopted master plan and provide pacts are anticipated by the servicing ten-year phasing schedules to CCND. In agency, addition0 water conserving measures shall also be Implemented, Unmltlgable Adverse Impacts I. Transpertatlon/Trefflc and Circulation $1gnlflcant cumulative traffic Impacts will remain after mitigation. 2, Climate/Air Quality Significant cumulative alt quality Impacts will remain after mitigation. 3. Biological Resources Significant cumulative biological re- sources, specifically the ~oss of natural alluvial sage scrub habitat. will remaln after mitigation. IV. IRREVERSIBLE RESOURCE COMMITMENT Development of the proposed project will entail the commit- ment of natural resources, energy resources and human re- sources. This commitment of energy, personnel and building materials will be commensurate with that of other projects of similar magnitude. On-going maintenance of the project site by the occupants will entail a further commitment of energy resources in the form of gasoline and natural gas and electricity generated by coal, hydroelectric power and/or nuclear energy. This commitment will be a long-term obliga- tion in view of the fact that, practically speaking, it is impossible to return the land to its original condition once it has been developed. Existing on-site resources will also be destroyed within the development area (i.e., southerly 425 acres) of the project site if the project is constructed. Primary resources that will be eliminated include approximately 390 acres of mature and intermediate stage alluvial fan scrub, 15 acres of chap- arral and 20 acres of riparian wash and the wildlife that each of these habitats support. The most significant of these losses will be that of the alluvial fan scrub which is a regionally limited resource. In addition, the potential value of Day Canyon Wash and flood plain for wildlife habi- tat would be diminished by the proximity of urban uses. Further, wildlife movement through the flood plain would also be reduced as a result of the proximity of residential development. Most animal species are sensitive to the pre- sence of people and domesticated animals (e.g., cats and dogs). In summary, implementation of the proposed University/Crest project would involve the following irreversible environ- mental changes to the existing on-site resources: 1. The commitment of approximately 425 acres (38.6 percent) of the property to predominantly residen- tial uses. 2. Loss of significant habitat and wildlife resources occupying the property. 3. Commitment of energy resources necessary to serve the proposed urban uses. 4. Alteration of the existing character of the site. 23 V. GROWTH INDUCEMENT Generally, growth-inducing projects are characterized by being located in isolated, undeveloped or under developed areas (i.e., "leap-frog" development), necessitating the extension of major infrastructure facilities (e.g., sewer and water facilities, roadways, etc.~, or possessing charac- teristics which could encourage "premature" or unplanned growth. The subject property is located in an area which is pre- sently rural and only sparsely developed. Further, only limited infrastructure facilities exist in the area to serve development. However, long range planning for the area does project extensive urban development by way of the land uses identified in the County's West Valley Foothills Community Plan. The proposed project is generally consistent wi~h the land use provisions of the adopted West Valley Foothills Community Plan which will permit the ultimate development of between 5,500 to 7,500 dwelling units and a population range of 15,000 to 21,000 inhabitants. Significant infrastructure improvements, including major roadways, sewer and water facilities, and other necessary public services and facil- ities will be constructed as required by conditions of appro- val when development occurs. It should be noted that growth in the foothills communities has become a regional phenomenon. An increase in the commut- ing population to outlying, non-congested bedroom communi- ties has created a need for housing growth in areas such as the West Valley Foothills. To that end, the West Valley Foothills Community Plan was developed to respond to the development pressures which existed (and still exist) in the western end of San Bernardino County. As identified in the Final EIR prepared on the Community Plan, altering the existing General Plan designations from rural to urban would hasten the development process and induce growth. Thus, new housing projects such as the University/Crest Planned Unit Development should not be considered growth-inducing by themselves. Rather, they are a part of a regional growth trend. The proposed project will help in meeting the additional housing demands now occurring in this area of the County. Development of the University/Crest project will continue the population growth and development in the West Valley Foothills Community Plan area and City of Rancho Cucamonga sphere of influence. Demands placed on support facilities and community services will also be correspondingly in- creased on an incremental basis. Thus, it will be necessary 24 to ensure that long-range planning and budgetary commit- ments (including those required of developers) are made to provide adequate public facilities and levels of service in accordance with the specific requirements of those servicing agencies. Development of the subject property is predicated on the existence of adequate infrastructure. As previously indi- cated, major roadway extensions and improvements as well as the implementation of sewer, water and flood control im- provements, in an area where none presently exist, will be necessary to serve the property. It is these improvements which can be seen as growth-inducing. Once such vital sup- port facilities are extended, development of other adjacent or nearby properties, which was previously seen as unfeas- ible, now becomes viable due to the availability of infra- structure and requisite service systems. Also inherent with the intensification of land use, as pro- posed by the University/Crest project, is an increase in the demand for municipal and public services, including utili- ties, fire and police protection, etc. Indirectly, demands on these services will create an additional demand for mar- ket support services in the regional area. Once significant infrastructure improvements are implemented to serve the proposed project as well as others in the area, demands on those services could be significant if a commensurate in- crease in the availability of those services is not also provided. In summary, implementation of the proposed project would result in direct growth-inducing impacts, particularly in adjacent areas which are currently designated for urbani- zation but are undeveloped. While planned developments in the project environs are anticipated within the West Valley Foothills Community Plan, and their ultimate implementation would not be a direct consequence of the implementation of the proposed project, the extension of public services, infrastructure and urban uses to the outlying areas as a result of this project will reduce development constraints and could accelerate the development of these areas. How- ever, as previously indicated, because the proposed project will help in meeting the additional housing needs in the area, its growth-inducing implications are not considered significant. 25 VI. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS As previously indicated, the subject property is part of the , larger West Valley Foothills Community Plan area which encom- passes approximately 16,782 acres. Of that total, slightly over half (53.5 percent or 8,972 acres) is in private owner- ship with the remainder in public and quasi-public land ownership. As determined in the Community Plan, developable land in the planning area is of limited quantity as a result of local constraints and public ownership. Assuming the maximum buildout permitted by the County's General Plan, development of the entire community plan area would yield approximately 7,500 dwelling units and a total population of some 21,700. In the context of cumulative impacts, the proposed development of 1,293 dwelling units represents approximately 17 percent of the Community Plan development forecast for that area. As described in the Final EIR for the West Valley Foothills Community Plan, adoption and implementation of that plan would #... greatly alter the degree of urban development currently permitted within the planning area. The approval of individual residential or commercial projects will not in themselves create adverse environmental effects but when viewed collectively can have a cumulative impact on the environment." Based on that conclusion, the implementation of the proposed project will not result in significant impacts. However, the development of the larger planning area will result in potentially significant impacts to the environment, infra- structure, and public facilities and services which are not now available and are projected to be available in the future. A discussion of the likely cumulative impacts is provided below. Traffic and Circulation The introduction of up to Z~/~ 7,500 residential dwelling units could result in 496# /Z~/-~-~'-'a~roximately 100,000 daily vehicular trips, ~ot including commercial and other land uses which may be permitted by the Community Plan. As previously indicated, the area in which the proposed project is located is generally deficient in circulation, except for rural roads which presently serve the area. Without the implementation of significant roadway improvements as identi- fied on the County's (and City of Rancho Cucamonga) General Plan (i.e., Circulation Element), significant cumulative impacts will occur. However, the project proposes several improvements in the area which should permit adequate levels of service. Other projects proposed in the area will also be required to ensure that adequate infrastructure, includ- 26 ing roadways, is available. Mitigation measures which will be required include both fair-share contributions for region- al roadway improvements and project-related improvements. Most importantly, as development continues in the West Val- ley Community Plan area, additional circulation and trans- portation improvements should be undertaken concurrently to ensu£e that adequate capacity is available within the circu- lation system. In order to ensure that the regional circu- lation system, including the State highways, can adequately accommodate future growth and development, effective region- al planning efforts between the affected cities, counties and State of California will be necessary. Proper manage- ment and a system of fair-share financing will be important elements of an effective, program. As determined appropriate for other projects in the area, a fair-share contribution of funds will be required of the project applicant to conduct future studies aimed at determining circulation needs. The fair share funding will be determined by the County through careful review and coordination with CALTRANS. Climate and Air Qualit~ The subject property is located within a region which is subject to high pollutant levels, particularly those asso- ciated with photochemical smog and is also subject to cli- matological conditions that limit the disperson of pollu- tants. The State and federal ozone standards were equalled or exceeded on 164 and 121 days, respectively, in 1986. The introduction of over 21,000 additional inhabitants will significantly increase the pollutant emissions from both stationary and mobile sources. Increases in the regional contaminant emissions will occur commensurate with the in- creases in traffic as described above and from the gener- ation of energy resources. Although this increase would be significant', adversely affecting not only the planning area but also the region, the increases are within the growth projections for the air basin and, therefore, will be consis- tent with the adopted Air Qualit~ Management Plan (AQMP~. However, because the site is located within a designated non-attainment area, the ~ro~osed ~ro~ect is not consistent with the Plan to reach attainment. Biological Resources AS urbanization increases in the west valley and foothills of San Bernardino County, an incremental loss of biological resources will occur. The area is characterized by vast areas of open space which provide relief from the more inten- sively developed urban areas. The conversion of the subject property and the larger area will result in the loss of open space, natural vegetation and wildlife species which now occupy the area. As development continues, significant resources such as riparian habitat, Riversidian alluvial fan scrub habitat, and designated sensitive species would be 27 lost without adequate mitigation and/or preservation. Imple- mentation of the proposed project will result in the perma- nent preservation of approximately 675 acres of riparian woodland, oak woodland, and chaparral in an effort to offset the potential cumulative impacts. Additional efforts will also be necessary in the future to ensure that significant resources are not adversely impacted by development. Noise Similar to air quality, noise impacts are largely a result of vehicular traffic. As development occurs in the area and vehicular traffic increases, particularly along the major arterials and roadway corridors, noise levels will increase. It will be necessary to ensure that adequate building set- backs and other noise attenuation measures are implemented to ensure that noise sensitive uses are protected from fu- ture noise levels. In addition, noise emanating from the adjacent 4th Street Rock Crusher facility will exceed exist- ing County noise (performance) standards. However, adequate mitigation will be implemented to ensure that adjacent resi- dential properties, including =he proposed University/Crest project, will no= be significantly impacted from future oper- ations. Cultural Resources/Archaeology It is also possible that historic and/or archaeological resources will be impacted by future development within the larger planning area. Although project-related impacts are not considered to be significant, the area in which the proposed project is located has been used historically by native Americans and could yield significant artifacts and/or resources. Future development in the area could result in the cumulative loss of potentially significant resources. Each development proposal should be reviewed to determine the presence of such resources and their signifi- cance and the implementation of appropriate mitigation, if necessary, prior to approval. Sewer Facilities and Services Only limited sewer facilities exist in the project environs and larger community plan area. Future forecasts for devel- opment indicate the generation of a significant amount of sewage, based on existing generation rates. Assuming the development of 7,500 dwelling units, a total of approxi- mately 2,025,000 gallons of raw sewage will be generated at ultimate buildout of the larger area. Although these cumu- lative impacts appear to be significant without adequate existing facilities (including collection and treatment), the Chino Basin Municipal Water District and Cucamonga County Water District have adopted master plans and/or have plans for accommodating future growth planned for the area. 28 However, in order to ensure that adequate facilities are available, it will be necessary to provide adequate lead time for facility construction prior to development actually occurring. Without the addition of collection and treatment facilities, future development would be dependent upon sep- tic systems. The CBMWD presently utilizes several areas in the West Valley Foothills Community Plan area for ground water recharge. The use of septic systems would adversely affect the ground water quality in these recharge areas. As previously indicated, the Final EIR for the West Valley Foothills Community Plan identified several potential cumula- tive impacts, including population growth, energy, and water resources. Increased population will place a greater demand on both public and private service systems while the conver- sion of open space to urban uses will add to the continued need for energy resources on both a short- and long-term basis. Finally, increases in population will also contri- bute to the continuing demand for potable water resources in Southern California, resulting in an increased need to con- serve existing supplies through better management and re- duced waste and to import domestic water supplies. 29 VII. ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED PROJECT A. NO Project/No Development The project proposes to implement the land use designations adopted by the County of San Bernardino through its West Valley Foothills Community Plan. The proposed land use plan is consistent with that plan and has been analyzed in detail in Section VIII of this document. If a "no project" alternative (i.e., no development) were implemented for the site, the impacts of the proposed pro- ject alternative (i.e., 1,293 single-family residential dwelling units with commercial, educational and recreational amenities), would be eliminated. The impacts eliminated include: 1. Increased vehicular traffic 2. Increased pollutant emissions and noise levels along major roadways 3. Loss of open space and significant natural habitat 4. Landform alteration and altered visual perception of the site 5. Increased surface runoff 6. Increased demands for public facilities and ser- vices As can be seen, the no development scenario would eliminate any adverse environmental consequences at the project site associated with land development such as that proposed. This alternative is the most environmentally sensitive (i.e., result in the fewest and/or least significant adverse impacts) of those discussed in this document. Both the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the County of San Bernardino have designated the site and environs on their respective General Plane for future development. Conse- quently, certain types of adverse impacts such as those associated with aesthetics, traffic, noise, public services, and air quality may occur with future development. The nature and extent of these potential impacts were generally described in the Final EIR for the West Valley Foothills Community Plan, adopted by the County in 1983. Given the existing market forces in the area, and the nature of the adopted, long-range planning policies (e.g., West Valley Community Plan and Rancho Cucamonga General Plan), it is likely that the site will be under pressure for conversion to residential uses, even without the proposed project. 30 Since the site is planned for development (refer to Section ¥III.E - Land Use/Relevant Planning), the no development scenario would appear to conflict with the long-range plan- ning objectives of both the City and County. B. Reduced Residential Density The Final EIR prepared for the West Valley Foothills Commun- ity Plan generally assessed a lower density proposal which identified rural residential densities throughout the plan- ning area as an alternative to the adopted plan. That alter- native, which would have permitted a 'maximum of approxi- mately 2,130 dwelling units, would have generally precluded the development of smaller lots for traditional single-family residential home. It was rejected in favor of the adopted plan which provides for such development. If a lower density alternative were implemented, it would result in the development of fewer residential dwelling units. A reduced density alternative could be comprised of either larger lots (e.g., 10,000 square feet to one acre or greater) or the same sized lots as those proposed with a greater area devoted to open space within the 425 acre par- cel proposed for development. In either case, the dwelling unit yield would be reduced. For example, if the gross density were reduced from 3.0 to 1.5, a total of approxi- mately 640 dwelling units would be permitted on the subject property. As previously indicated, this lower density could be implemented either with larger lot sizes and/or with a - greater area dedicated to recreational/open space. In general, the impacts associated with such a land use proposal would be reduced by approximately 50 percent. Vehicular trips would be significantly reduced as well as the air pollutant emissions. In addition, reductions in the noise levels would also occur; however, the noise levels would not be reduced by half. Public service needs would be reduced as well, although the reductions in services may not be commensurate with the reduction in dwelling units because public service needs such as police and fire protection are not always directly tied to quantitative factors (e.g., number of dwelling units). Landform alteration may be diminished, depending on the types of dwelling units; however, such a reduction is not expected to be significant as the existing topographic fea- tures are very gentle (i.e., slopes less than five percent) over the site and significant topographic alteration is not anticipated with the proposed project. Quantitatively, potential impacts to some of the public services and infrastructure resulting from the implemen- tation of a lower density alternative would be reduced (e.g., reduction in sewage generation, demands for domestic 31 water, etc.). However, some impacts would remain the same as those occurring from the proposed project, including police and fire service demands. Extensions of sewer facili- ties would still be necessary as the implementation of larger numbers of septic systems would result in the incre- mental degradation in ground water quality. Similarly, the demand for domestic water would be reduced but the need to extend transmission facilities would nonetheless remain. In addition, flood control improvements would also be required in order to provide an adequate level of protection to any development proposed. In order to provide the necessary improvements, it is possible that the cost per dwelling unit would be greater given the fact the costs to pay for the needed improvements and services would generally remain the same while there would be fewer dwelling units to absorb those costs. C. City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan As ~[~[~ will be discussed in Section VIII.E of this document, the site is located within the City of Rancho Cucamonga sphere of influence. As such, the City has adopted prezoning land use designations for the area con- tained in its sphere, including the subject property. Exhi- bit 17 depicts the land use designations (i.e., Low Density Residential, 2-4 du/ao; and Open Space) which have been adopted by the City for the site. If annexed by Rancho Cucamonga, these designations would take effect. Based on those land use designations, the 425-acre property proposed for development would yield a total ~/~9~ 623 single-family residential dwelling units. This figure is based entirely on interpreting the Land Use Element map from the City's General Plan and applying the maximum density per- mitted by that plan (i.e., 4.0 du/ac). It is important to note, however, that the land use configuration would be slightly different than that proposed. The area north of Summit Avenue and south of 24th Street is designated Open Space on the City's General Plan. The project would neces- sitate an amendment to that plan in order to develop the project as .proposed. The remainder of the site is desig- nated Low Density Residential (2-4 du/ac)- Table 2 reflects the extent of development which could be permitted under the maximum development scenario reflected on the City's General Plan. As can be seen from the figures included in Table 2, such an alternative land use scenario would yield ~/~/~/~f 670 less dwelling units ~/~ than proposed by the appli- cant. Based on that conclusion, the impacts ~Z would generally be EM6/~ 50 ~ercent less ~ than the impacts ~~ described in Section VIII o= this document. 32 Table 2 City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Land Use Scenario Maximum Planning Gross Density Unit Area Acres (Du/Ac) Total A 33.05 B/B1 54.07 ---1 --- C 38.36 --- ~ 5 E/E1 92.54 4.O 370-- F 56.12 4.01 224 G 28.04 ~/~--- Z~2 0 H/H1 61.62 ~/~0--~2 l~ 24 I 675.80 ..... ---- TOTAL 1.100.96 - ~/~9~ 623 1 Designated as Open Space on City's Land Use Element 2 Located outside City's Sphere of Influence SOURCE: Rancho Cucamonga General Plan (Land Use Element Environmental Perspectives However, the City of Rancho Cucamonga is currently reviewing the development proposal and is recommending a reduction in density of approximately 22 percent from that proposed by the applicant. The City is recommending that densities of 2.0 and 3.0 du/ac be permitted on the subject property, resulting in a yield of 1,011 single-family residential dwelling units. Table 3 reflects the City's present density recommendations for the subject property. This recommen- dation is consistent with the General Plan in that these densities are within the range permitted by the map designa- tions. A ~eneral ~lan amendment would be required for those areas currently designated open s~ace to be chan~ed ~o low density residential. As previously indicated, the City's staff recommendation for the site is to permit the development of 1,011 single-family residential dwelling units on the subject property. It would appear that the commercial land use (approximately 9.4 acres) would not be permitted without an amendment to the General Plan. As a result, quantitative impacts (e.g., traffic and circulation, air quality, noise, sewer and water, etc.) would be at least 22 percent less than the proposed project. In fact, traffic impacts would be even less as the elimination of the commercial element of the 33 project would reduce the daily vehicular trips by approxi- mately 40 percent (i.e., approximately 11,000 trips). On the other hand, however, it is possible that a greater num- ber of longer shopping/commercial trips would be generated. Table 3 City of Rancho Cucamonga City Staff Land Use Recommendation Planning Gross Density Unit Area Acres (Du/Ac) Total A 33.05 3.0 99 B/Bi 54.07 3.0 162 C 38.36 3.0 115 D 51.97 3.0 155 E/E1 92.54 2.0 185 F 56.12 2.0 112 G 28.04 2.0 57 E/Hi 61.62 2.01 126 I 675.80 ...... TOTAL 1.100.96 1,011 1 The 17 dwelling units permitted for this area have been transferred to other planning areas (i.e., A through E). SOURCE: Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department North Etiwanda Annexation Study Similarly, even with the reduction of 22 percent in the number of dwelling units and the elimination of the commer- cial land use, the same kinds of services will be required to serve the development, including flood control, police and fire, sewer and water service, extensions of roadways, etc., due to the existing undeveloped nature of the north Etiwanda area. 34 VIII. DETAILED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS A. Transportation/Traffic and Circulation This discussion of potential traffic and circulation impacts is summarized from the Etiwanda/Day Canyon Traffic Study prepared by Kunzman Associates, dated December 9, 1987. That report analyzed the traffic impacts associated with the proposed project as well as the anticipated ultimate develop- ment of the surrounding area. In addition, the North Eti- wanda Study Area Traffic Analysis, also prepared by Kunzman Associates (dated August 1, 1988), updated the 1987 study and analyzed future traffic conditions in the area north of Highland Avenue, west of the Devote Freeway, and east of the Day Creek Channel. The findings and recommendations con- tained in that report are also summarized in the analysis presented below. The North Etiwanda Study Area Traffic Analysis is included in this document as Appendix B. Current Status Existing roadways that will be utilized by traffic from the development include Etiwanda Avenue and Highland Avenue. Existing roadway conditions in the subject environs are described below. Etiwanda Avenue. Etiwanda Avenue is an existing north/south arterial which currently provides access to the site. Eti- wanda is constructed with curbs and gutters south of 23rd Street with a travelway width of 40 feet. North of 23rd Street, Etiwanda is a paved two-lane, undivided roadway with a pavement width varying from 15 to 20 feet, no shoulders, and a vertical alignment which generally follows the ter- rain. Existing average daily traffic volumes on this road- way are 100 and 500 north and south of Summit Avenue, respec- tively. Highland Avenue (State Route 30). This is a two lane, east/west collector street in the vicinity of the site. Immediately to the west of the existing Day Creek Bridge, the vertical profile of the roadway undulates slightly, affecting sight distances to some degree. Highland Avenue connects with the Devote Freeway to the east and with Haven Avenue to the west. The existing average daily traffic volume in the vicinity of the site is approximately 7,500 vehicles per day. Exhibit 8 illustrates the existing average daily traffic conditions in the vicinity of the site. All existing road- ways in the area are two lanes and all traffic control de- vices are two-way stops. Existing traffic conditions have been determined through an intersection capacity utilization (ICU) analysis (refer to Appendix A of the Detailed Traffic Analysis for a discussion and definition of ICU). Table 4 35 Existing Daily Traffic Volumes iDEVELOI Coyote Creek Summit 500 i ' ,,,,lll,ll,llll,ll! ~utu,o APPROXIMATE 8GALE ~ Criek eou~vard L~end. ~ .,,.i j 3~-Vehicles Per 7~ Locust Avenue 80URCE: Kunzmen A88ooletee EXHIBIT 8 presents the findings of the ICU analysis completed for the intersections in the vicinity of the subject property. As can be seen, all of the intersections studied are currently operating within an acceptable level of service during the afternoon peak period. Table 4 Existing Intersection Capacity Utilization Afternoon Peak Period Intersection Peak Hour ICU Level of Service Cherry Avenue (N/S) at Duncan Canyon Road 0.21 A Highland Avenue 0.44 A East Avenue (N/S) at Summit Avenue 0.28 A Highland Avenue 0.38 A Etiwanda Avenue (N/S) at Summit Avenue 0.21 A Highland Avenue 0.40 A SOURCE: Kunzman Associates, December 1987 As can be seen, all of the intersections in the vicinity of. the subject site are currently operating at a level of ser- viue (LOS) A given the existing traffic volumes and roadway and intersection improvements. Plans for the ultimate circulation system within the study area are covered under several planing documents, namely, the Etiwanda Specific Plan, the West Valley Foothills Com- munity Plan, the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, and the County of San Bernardino General Plan. According to the Etiwanda Specific Plan (Proposed) street system, Highland Avenue is identified as a frontage road to the future Route 30 Freeway and is sized as a collector street. This arterial would be built to Major Divided Arter- ial standards if Route 30 is not developed into a freeway. Route 30 Freeway interchanges are proposed at Day Creek Boulevard and East Avenue. The Etiwanda Specific Plan also proposes that Day Creek Boulevard should be extended into the study area as a second- ary arterial. New 24th Street is proposed as a secondary arterial as it connects to Duncan Canyon Road along the Plan's eastern boundary. East Avenue enters the study area as a secondary arterial. 37 As depicted on both the Etiwanda Specific Plan and City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Circulation Element, Etiwanda Avenue south of 24th Street is to be maintained at its cur- rent width and design (i.e., two-lane roadway with on-street parking). North of 24th Street along the base of the foothills, the West Valley Foothills Community Plan proposes an east/west collector. However, the Hunter's Ridge project in the City of Fontana proposes a loop from Cherry Avenue to Coyote Canyon Road and does not include a crossing of the San Sevaine Wash for an east/west collecter. A proposal for deletion of the San Sevaine Wash crossing is currently being scheduled for hearing by the County Board of Supervisors. Approval of the deletion of this crossing, which is approxi- mately two miles east of the subject property, has been recommended by the Planning Commission. No other changes are proposed for the remainder of the "proposed" collector system. The circulation system considered is generally that shown on the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Circulation Ele- ment with modifications as discussed above. Pro~ect Impact Traffic generated by the project and surrounding areas was determined utilizing trip generations developed by the Insti- tute of Traffic Engineers (ITE). Based upon the standard trip generation rates (refer to Table 2 in Appendix B), the proposed University/Crest project will generate a total of ~/~ 26,980 daily vehicular trips, ~/9~ 2,530 of which will occu'~--~-ring the evening peak hour. It should be.understood, however, that the site is located within a larger area which is currently being studied to determine the nature and extent of future development and infrastructure needs. Exhibit 9 illustrates this area of cumulative development while Exhibit 10 depicts the manner in which the area has been divided into "traffic zones" for the purpose of determining future traffic impacts. As can be seen, a total of 25 traffic zones have been identified. The total traffic which could result from these potential development areas is reflected in Table 5. The proposed project encompasses traffic zones 5, 7, 13, 20 and 21. Implementation of the University/Crest development will represent approximately ~ 14 percent of the ~o~al daily and afternoon peak hour trips--generated by the North Etiwanda planning area. 38 Cumulative Development DEVELOPMENT LE~: APPROXIMATE SCALE ~ ......... 1',4100' 80URCE: Lend I Plen I Dellgn Group EXHIBIT 9 Traffic Zones l: Legend t I I .... Zone Boundary ® ® :i ® Road DEVELOPMENT ® I' 91 ~n~ AvenUe t L- m . APPROXIMATE 8CALE 1'=~6T0' 80URCE: Kunzmen Aesoclete8 EXHIBIT 10 Traffic generated from each of the 25 traffic zones was distributed over the local road network. Traffic volumes were calculated for 57 "link" locations within the study area. In addition, some traffic is also assumed to "pass through" from other areas. This through traffic was added to the locally generated traffic to determine future traffic conditions. Table 5 Trips Generated by Zone Morning Afternoon Peak Hour Peak Hour Zone I__n Out I__n Out Dail~ 1 230 630 730 430 11,550 2 30 90 110 60 1,68Q 3 80 230 270 160 4,290 4 510 1,160 1,360 840 23,230 5 40 110 120 70 1,930 6 150 230 210 120 3,820 7 170 460 540 310 8,440 8 180 270 310 180 4,900 9 100 270 320 180 4,980 10 20 60 70 40 1,110 11 180 300 290 170 5,090 12 140 390 460 270 7,240 13 190 330 330 190 5,720 14 60 170 200 120 3,170 15 40 100 120 70 1,900 16 200 90 500 520 12,170 17 250 160 20 20 1,810 18 140 390 460 270 7,260 19 1,050 280 1,160 1,690 30,380 20 120 50 310 330 7,600 21 60 180 210 120 3,290 22 110 310 360 210 5,700 23 50 140 170 100 2,610 24 50 140 160 90 2,530 25 580 1,330 1,790 1,180 30,810 Total 4,650 7,870 10,580 7,740 193,210 SOURCE: Kunzman Associates, January 1989 Exhibit 11 shows the' future daily traffic forecasts, assum- ing the construction of Route 30. In addition, Exhibit 12 illustrates the future traffic conditions without the im- provement of Route 30 as proposed by CALTRANS. AS can be seen, Route 30 is expected to carry between ~/~ 71,000 and ~/~ 85,600 vehicles each day in the vicinity of the project. Highland Avenue would be downgraded and would generally not carry through traffic if Route 30 is improved. 41 Future Daily Traffic Volumes Legend ~ej. Vehicles Per Oay (tO00's) reek Road ,E~ ~9 4~ !35 ~0 139 14~ 16,9 I?:4 236 2:~? 259 7,9 Banya~av.~en u e 6~1 ~2 :~2 149 837 Route * 30 "7 ~6 181 87 ~8 APPROXIMATE 8¢ALE l'=SElO' SOURCE: Kunzmen Aoooeleteo EXHIBIT 11 .Future Daily Traffic Volumes Without Route 30 Freeway Legend 7.9- Vehicles Per Day (lO00's) ~7 ,reek i Road DEVEL( ,~ ~9 4.4z.~ Wilson Avenue treet I~O 13.9 13.5 15.9 16.4 22.6 22.7 24~9 ~9 ~2.~ =m 20.5 = ~ 92 Summit Ba.._nyan~Avenue 6.1 5.2 3.2 14.9 6.2 APPROXIMATE 8CALE Avenue 1%3520' 62:4 57.7 52.0 49.0 56.3 ,117 , ~1 ~? ,2~8 ' 1 80URCE: Kunzmln Aeaoellt18 EXHIBIT 12 However, without the improvement of Route 30, Highland Avenue would carry between ~/~ 46,000 and ~/~ 60,600 vehicles daily in the vicinity of the project. Thus, if planned land uses in the study area are built and occupied prior to the implementation of the freeway, it will be necessary to improve Highland Avenue to a 6-lane highway with dual left turn lanes and separate right turn lanes at intersections. To determine the nature and extent of the project-related and future development traffic impacts, ~ 1--7 intersections .were analyzed. Table 6 reflects the future ICU conditions and levels of service based on present {preliminary) land use projections. Mitigation Measures In order to maintain safe and adequate traffic circulation in the project vicinity, the local highway system must be constructed to the geometrics illustrated on Exhibit 13. It is critical that street improvements are phased to coincide with the additional capacity requirements of land develop- ment increments, including development of the proposed pro- ject and that of adjacent properties in the study area. In addition, project-related mitigation measures have been identified below. 1. Construct Day Creek Boulevard as a 4-lane roadway north of Highland Avenue to 24th Street. 2. Construct the collector streets contained within the project boundary to provide access to Etiwanda Avenue and the 24th Street Extension. 3. Maintain a high level of service along the second- ary arterials and collector streets in the area by restricting parking and controlling access. 4. Traffic signals shall be installed when warranted at the intersections identified on Figure 38 of Appendix B. In particular, these include 24th Street/Etiwanda. 5. Landscape plantings and signs shall be limited in height in the vicinity of project roadways to assure good visibility. 6. Install STOP signs when warranted on site egress roadways from the project to adjacent arterials or collector streets. 44 Table 6 Future Intersection Capacity Utilization North Etiwanda Study Area Afternoon Peak Period Intersection Peak Hour ICU Level of Service1 Day Creek Road at 24th Street 0.66 B Summit Avenue 0.68 B Route 30 WB Ramps 0.57 A Route 30 EB Ramps 0.76 C Etiwanda Avenue (N/S) at 24th Street (West) 0.32 A 24th Street (East) 0.32 A Summit Avenue 0.37 A East Avenue at 24th Street 0.73 C Summit Avenue 0.76 C Route 30 WB Ramps 0.75 C Route 30 EB Ramps 0.78 C Loop Road at 24th Street 0.78 C Summit Avenue 0.39 A Cherry Avenue (N/S) at Duncan Canyon Road 0.90 D Lower Summit 0.74 C Devote Fwy SB Ramps 0.74 C Devote Fwy NB Ramps 0.85 D 1 Assumes roadway/lane geometrics recommended on Exhibit 13. SOURCE: Kunzman Associates, January 1989 45 Recommended Roadway Improvements Legend 2U - Number ol lhrough Travel Lanes O-Olvtded U-Undivlded ~. T~allic Signal ~. Stop Sign ~2U 2U Four Way Stop Road 2U 2U 2U ;ITE .a2U Wilson Avenue 4U 40 4D 40 40 40 4O O Banvan._Avenue 4U 2U 2U 2U ,ID Route :30 APPROXIMATE SCALE 80URCE: Kunzman Aaeoelate8 EXHIBIT 13 7. The project applicant shall participate in the implementation of required regional traffic im- provements, including the studies necessary to determine the improvements. Participation can occur in the form of fair share funding, deter- mined by the County of. San Bernardino in cooper- ation with CALTRANS. Sa. The intersection of Cherry Avenue/Duncan Canyon Road will require two eastbound left-turn lanes to reduce the ICU/LOS from .90/D to .76/C. Bb. T~e intersection of Cherry Avenue/Devote Freeway NB Ramps will require two southbound left-turn lanes to reduce the ICU/LOS from .85/D to .76/C. In addition, several internal design guidelines are recom- mended for residential development. As site plans become more definitive,, the following guidelines s'hould be incor- '' porated into the project design as determined appropriate and/or necessary by the County's Development Review Commit- tee. 8. Local streets should have a minimum radius of 250 feet (25 mph design speed). 9. Cul-de-sacs should not exceed X/~ 600 feet in length to facilitate emergency access. 10. Long, straight roadway stretches should be avoided to discourage excessive speeds and thereby reduce safety hazards. 11. Adjacent intersections along the same street, but on Opposite sides, should be offset ~/~/~f ~/f~/~~~6~ on collector and local streets in accordance with County roadway design standards. 12. Streets should intersect at as near to a right angle as possible, and at not more than a ~ 10 de- gree skew. 13. Streets should intersect others on the outside rather than the inside of a horizontal curve. 14. Streets should not intersect on a crest vertical curve. 47 ~1~1~1~1~~ Design local and collecctor streets in accordance with all applicable standards established by the County in the Safety Element, Greenbelt Ordinance, and West Valley Foothihlls Community Plan. The guidelines listed below have been recommended ~ /~ ~69~Z~/ f~/ ~X~f~] to ensure that the proposed circulation system is adequate to serve the project. 16. At least two different ingress/egress routes should be included except as noted under the cul- de-sac discussion.. 17. Limit cul-de-sacs length ~/~/~/~96~E~ f~ /f~ /Mf~! /~ to e00 feet. f~ Cul-de-sacs should be ~'~rminated by a turnaround. 18. No street, or turnaround road, should have a cen- ter line radius or curvature of less than 50 feet. 19. Vertical curves and dips in the roadway determined based on design s~eeds established for them. 20. Bridges should have a minimum load limit of 40,000 pounds (20 tons), and be no narrower than the driving portion of the road serving each end. Major ingress/egress roads in subdivisions should have a minimum load limit on bridges of 80,000 pounds (40 tons). 21. To facilitate fire location and to avoid delays in response, all roads, streets, and buildings should be designated by name or street number signs clear- ly visible from the main travelled roadway. Other design guidelines have been recommended for commercial development and are identified in Section 6 of Appendix B. As was recommended for residential development, the County's Development Review Committee shall review each project and require the implementation of those measures(s) listed in Appendix B and deemed appropriate and/or necessary to ensure commercial design and access is adequate. 48 Finally, Rancho Cucamonga has undertaken a detailed traffic analysis to determine the extent of future traffic and road- ways improvements. The County should consider any traffic mitisation measures developed by the City in that study and requlre those measures which are appropriate to mitigate adverse traffic impacts which may occur. Level of Significance After Mitigation Project-related impacts can be fully mitigated by the imple- mentation of the improvements identified above. However, cumulative development anticipated in the vicinity of the proposed project will result in unacceptable levels of ser- vice (i.e., LOS D) at two future intersections (Cherry Avenue at Duncan Canyon Road and at the Devote Freeway north- bound ramps). ~/~/~/ Without the implementation of the regional mitigation measures identified above, significant cumulative impacts will result. 48a B. Climate/Air Quality The following discussion is excerpted and summarized from an Air Quality Impact Assessment of the proposed project which was prepared by Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. The com- plete assessment is included as Appendix C. The air quality study contains a description of air quality conditions in the project area, project impacts on future air quality conditions, project's consistency with the Air Quality Man- agement Plan (AQMP) and relevant mitigation measures. Current Status Air pollutants' are classified as primary or secondary, de- pending upon the manner in which they are formed. Primary pollutants are emitted directly from a source into the atmos- phere. Examples of primary pollutants are carbon monoxide (CO), nitric oxide and nitrogen dioxide (NO and NO2)-, sulfur dioxide (SO2), particulates and various non-methane hydro- carbons (NMHC). Secondary pollutants are created with the passage of time in the air mass by chemical and photochem- ical reactions (often involving primary pollutants). Exam- ples of secondary pollutants are ozone (03), photochemical aerosols and peroxyacetyl nitrates (PAN). The air quality of the South Coast Air Basin (SCAB), in which the study area is located, is determined by both pri- mary pollutants and the existing secondary pollutants. Secondary pollutants, specifically oxidants, represent the major air quality problem basin-wide. Air quality in the study area is a function of the primary pollutants emitted locally, the existing regional ambient air quality and the meterological and topographical factors influencing the intrusion of pollutants into the area from pollutant sources outside the immediate area. Climate and ~eteocolog¥ The climate of the project area, as with all of Southern California, is governed by the strength and location of the 'semi-permanent high pressure center over the Pacific Ocean and in the moderating effects of the nearby vast oceanic heat reservoir. Local climatic conditions are characterized by warm summers, mild winters, infrequent rainfall, moderate daytime onshore breezes and comfortable humidities. Un- fortunately, the same climatic conditions that create such a desirable living climate combine to severely restrict the ability of the local atmosphere to disperse the large vol- umes of air pollution generated by the population and indus- try attracted in part by the climate. Western San Bernar- dino County is situated in an area where the pollutants generated in coastal portions of the Los Angeles Basin under- 49 go photochemical reactions and then move inland across the project site during the daily sea breeze cycle. The result- ing smog gives the Etiwanda area some of the highest photo- chemical smog readings in all of California. Etiwanda experiences moderate temperatures and humidities. Temperatures average 62°F annually, with summer afternoons in the low 90s and winter mornings in the low 40s. Temper- atures above 100°F or below 30°F occur only under unusual weather conditions, and even then these limits are not far exceeded. Winds across the project area are an important meteorolog- ical parameter because they control both the initial rate of dilution of locally generated air pollutant emissions as well as controlling their regional trajectory. Winds across the project site, as determined from long-term wind data at nearby Ontario Airport, indicate a very unidirectional on- shore flow from the west-southwest with a very weak offshore return flow that is strongest on winter nights when the land is colder than the ocean. The onshore winds during the day average eight to 12 miles per hour while the offshore flow is often calm or drifts slowly westward to one to three miles per hour. During the daytime, any locally generated air emissions are thus rapidly transported northeastward into the foothills, and toward Cajon Pass, creating any localized air quality impacts. In conjunction with the two prevailing onshore/offshore wind regimes that affect the rate and orientation of horizontal pollutant transport, there are two similarly distinct types of temperature inversion of note that control the vertical depth through which pollutants are mixed. The summer on- shore flow is capped by a massive dome of warm, sinking air which caps a shallow layer of cooler ocean air. These mar- ine/subsidence inversions act like a giant lid over the basin. They allow for local mixing of emissions, but they confine the entire polluted air mass within the basin until it escapes into the desert or along the thermal chimneys formed along heated mountain slopes. In winter, when the air near the ground cools while the air aloft remains warm, radiation inversions are formed that trap low-level emis- sions such as automobile exhaust near their source. As background levels of primary vehicular exhaust rise during the seaward return flow, the combination of elevated base- line levels plus emissions trapped locally by these radia- tion inversions creates microscale air pollution "hot spots" near freeways, shopping centers and other traffic concen- trations. While summers are, therefore, periods of poor air quality in inland valleys of the basin, the drainage of unpolluted air off the San Gabriels across the project site and the very low development intensity near the foothills creates generally excellent air quality in the winter and around the Etiwanda area. 50 Ambient Air Quality Ambient air quality is given in terms of state and federal standards adopted to protect public health with a margin of safety. In addition to the ambient standards, California has adopted episode criteria for oxidants, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter. The episode levels represent short-term exposures at which public health is threatened. In western San Bernardino County, where the project site is located, air quality data are collected primarily by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). Of the air monitoring stations located throughout the county, the Fontana station is closest to the study area. The Fon- tana station is located approximately four miles east of the subject property. Air quality for 1983 through 1986 for this station are in- cluded in Table 7. As shown in this table, air quality standards for ozone and total suspended particulates have exceeded both state and federal standards during 1983 through 1986. Particulate matter was not monitored at the Fontana station until 1985 and the state standard was ex- ceeded in both 1985 and 1986. Oxidant intrusion from elsewhere in the SCAB contributes substantially to the degraded air quality in western San Bernardino County. The state standard was exceeded an aver- age of 164 days each year at the Fontana station. The feder- al standard was exceeded an average of 128 days during the same 1983-1986 reporting period. The highest one-hour oxi- dant level reached was 0.34 parts per million (ppm) in 1985. Neither the state or federal carbon monoxide standards were exceeded during 1983-1986, with the highest one-hour concen- tration of 10.0 ppm, reached in 1983. Similarly, state and federal nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide standards were not exceeded during either of the past four years. Particulate matter was not monitored at the Fontana station until 1985. The California 24-hour standard was exceeded in approximately 64 percent of the samples monitored at that station, recording the highest concentration of 68 ug/m3 in 1986. The California 24-hour total suspended particulates standard was exceeded in approximately 59 percent of the samples monitored at the Fontana station during the report- ing years. The highest total suspended concentration was 378 ug/m3 in 1986. 51 Table 7 Summary of Air Quality Violations Fontana Air Quality Monitoring Station Pollutant 1983 1984 1985 1986 Ozone Highest concentration 0.32 0.32 0.34 0.31 Number of days exceeded 0.10 ppm state standard1 152 179 162 164 Number of days exceeded 1 0.12 ppm federal standard 127 136 126 121 Carbon Monoxide Highest concentration 10.0 6.0 5.0 6.0 Number of days exceeded 20.0 ppm State standard1 0 0 0 0 Number of days exceeded 35.0 ppm federal standard1 0 0 0 0 Nitrogen Dioxide Highest concentration 0.16 0.16 0.16 0.16 Number of days exceeded 0.25 pPmlState/federal standard 0 0 0 0 Sulfur Dioxide Highest concentration 0.06 0.03 0.02 0.02 Number of days exceeded 0.05 ppm State standard2 0 0 0 0 Number of days exceeded 0.14 ppm federal standard2 0 0 0 0 Total Suspended Particulates Highest concentration 273 317 312 378 Number of days exceeded 100 ug/m3 State standard 55 63 54 62 Number of days exceeded 1 150 ug/m3 federal standard 28 31 36 27 Particulate Matter Highest concentration N/M N/M 154 275 Percentage of samples which exceeded250 ug/m3 State standard 60 68 N/M - Not monitored 1 1 hour average 2 24 hour average SOURCE: South Coast AQMD Summaries, 1983-86 Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. 52 The southerly portion of the subject ~ro~erty (i.e., between the extension of Wilson Avenue and Foothill Boulevard) is located within the ~urisdiction of the West End Resource Conservation District, an area determined to be subject to serious and hazardous wind erosion ~roblems which create conditions that affect the health, safety, welfare and ~ro- ~erty of the residents of the Count~. Such adverse blowsand conditions exacerbate the ~articulate ~roblems in the west end of the Count~. As can be seen on Table 7, the State total suspended ~a£ticulate standard was exceeded over 60 ~ercent of the days on which it was monitored. The West End Resource Conservation District requires that a ~ermit be granted b~ the County Agricultural Commissioner to disturb existing soils. A soil disturbance ~ermit is re- quired for areas encompassing one acre or more and a soil erosion ~lan is required for areas of 15 acres an~ larger. Rules and Regulations . The SCAQMD has published a set of "Rules and Regulations" to reduce both stationary and mobile source pollutant emis- sions. This document outlines permits, fees, prohibitions, procedures for hearings, emergency measures, order for abate- ment, standards of performance for new standard sources and standards for additional specific air contaminants (Federal Register, Volume 46, No. 13, January 13, 1981). Air Quality Management Plan The SCAQMD has been designated as the lead air quality plan- ning agency for the SCAB. Pursuant to the requirement of the Federal Clean Air Act and the State Lewis Air Quality Management Act, the AQMD jointly with the Southern Cali- fornia Association of Governments (SCAG) prepared an attain- ment plan in 1978 called the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP). The AQMP is assumed to be the appropriate reference document with which to judge the substantive conformity of proposed activities with the State Implementation Program (SIP). The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated the SCAB as a non-attainment area for ozone, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and total suspended particulates. The AQMP outlines the growth and regulatory assumptions used to predict future basin air quality levels. It also details those measures needed to reduce emissions to a level low enough to allow for basin-wide attainment of all the re- quired standards. In 1982, the AQMP was updated to justify an extension for attainment of certain critical pollutants, especially ozone. The earlier 1978 AQMP had predicted at- tainment by 1987; however, the current update recognizes that this forecast was unrealistic. The current update 53 acknowledges that good progress has and will continue to be made, but that the national hourly ozone standard will pro- bably not be met in southern California until after the year 2000. The 1982 AQMP was predicated on the previous San Bernardino County General Plan land use designations (i.e., prior to the adoption of the West Valley Foothills Communit~ Plan). That plan reflected lower density development for the area than now pro~ected for the area based on the Community Plan. The AQMP has since been revised with future pro~ections now based on the West Valley Foothills Communit~ Plan land uses (i.e.,~a maximum of 7,500 residential dwelling units). This 1989 AQMP Update, which reflects the most recent Communit~ Plan land use scenarlo, was adopted on March 17, 1989. Pro~ect Impact Approval and implementation of the proposed project would allow development of residential, commercial and institu- tional uses on the project site, resulting in increased stationary and mobile source emissions in the basin. Sta- tionary sources include natural gas combustion, as well as emissions from offsite regional power plants associated with any electrical requirements for power and lighting. Mobile source considerations include short-term construction activi- ties and long-term traffic generation. The following impact discussion is organized into two general categories: short- term impacts (e.g., fugitive dust and construction equipment emissions) and long-term impacts (e.g., stationary and mobile sources). Short-Term Impacts The preparation of the study area for building construction would produce two types of air contaminants: exhaust emis- sions from construction equipment and fugitive dust gener- ated as a result of soil movement. The emissions produced during grading and construction activities, although of short-term duration, could be troublesome to workers and adjacent developments, even though prescribed wetting proce- dures are followed. Exhaust emissions from construction activities include those associated with the transport of workers and machinery to the site, as well as those produced onsite as the equipment is used. Appendix C includes exhaust emission factors for various ~ypes of equipment used during construction opera- tions. Construction activities are also a source of fugitive dust emissions that may have a substantial temporary impact on local air quality, ~articularl~ in view of the fact that the pro~ect site is located within a high wind area and is sub- 54 ~ect to severe blowsand conditions. Building and road con- struction are the prevalent construction categories with the highest emission potential. Emissions are associated with land clearing, ground excavation, ground operations and construction of the structures. Dust emissions vary substantially from day to day, depending on the level of activity, the specific operations and the prevailing weather. Based on the EPA AP-42 emission factor for construction operations of 1.2 tons of fugitive dust per acre, per month of activity, the proposed 425-acre devel- opment could be estimated to generate 510 tons of fugitive dust for each month of construction activity. However, due to both the short-term duration of grading activity and the amount of grading anticipated during project construction, the estimated quantity of fugitive dust generated by project implementation would appear to represent an extreme (i.e., "worst case") condition. It is anticipated that actual fugitive dust generated due to construction activity will be considerably less than the 510 tons estimated. Long-Term Impacts Vehicular usage and the resultant emissions were assessed in this study with the State Air Resources Board (ARB) Urbemis 2 computer model. Urbemis 2 was specifically designed to quantify the number of trips generated with a given land use and the associated emissions for each land use. Input varia- bles include the types and extent of the land uses, trip generation rates, trip lengths, speeds, temperatures etc. Based on the proposed land uses and data included in the detailed traffic analysis, the project-related pollutant emissions have been calculated and are included in Table 8. Table S Project-Related Mobile Source Air Pollutant Emissions Project-Related Mobile Source Pollutant Emissions (lbs/day) Proposed Land Use CO TOG NOx Single Family Residential 1,600 180 280 Commercial 1,265 147 263 School 47 5 10 Total (lbs/day) 2,912 332 553 SOURCE: Michael Brandman Associates 55 The stationary source emissions were quantified using the consumption rates for natural gas and electricity for the various proposed land uses taken from the Air Qualit~ Hand- book for Environmental Impact Re~orts published by the SCAQMD in 1987. The stationary source emissions as well as mobile source emissions are quantified in Table 9. Table 9 Project-Related Mobile and Stationary Source Emissions (lbs/day) Mobile Total Primary Stationary Source Emissions Source All Pollutant (Electricity/Natural Gas) EmiSsions Sources CO 12 2,912 2,924 TOG 2 332 334 NOx 60 553 613 Total (lbs/day) 74 3,797 3,871 SOURCE: Michael Brandman Associates To assess what the atmospheric loading implies in terms of its relative impact on regional air quality, the project- related emissions are compared to total pollutant emissions projected for the year 2000 in the SCAB. As reflected in the data presented in Table 10, project-related emissions will represent 0.03 percent of the SCAB total estimated at that time. These impacts would appear to be insignificant when compared to the regional emissions. However, pollutant emissions resulting from project implementation would add cumulatively to affect both local and regional air quality degradation. Table 10 Emission Inventory Comparison (Year 2000) South Coast Air Basin (tons/day) South Coast Project Percentage Pollutant Air Basin Pro~ect of SCAB CO 3,885 1.506 0.039 TOG 1.638 0.167 0.010 SOx 137 0.307 0.224 SOURCE: $CAQMD, 1988 Michael Brandman Associates 56 The impact of the proposed project on local air quality and the impact of the local air quality on the proposed project is assessed through the use of CALTRANS Caline 4 air quality model, which allows microscale carbon monoxide concentra- tions to be estimated along roadway corridors or intersec- tions. (The locations for which the Caline 4 Model was used are identified in Appendix C.) Because of the relative inertness of CO in the photochemical smog formation process and the limitations of dispersion characteristics of the other air pollutant species, carbon monoxide is the most suitable tracer pollutant for microscale modeling. Second- ary pollutants are a large-scale phenomenon, and are anal- yzed on a regional basis, rather than a local one. Computer readouts for the Caline 4 Model also appear in Appendix C with a brief discussion of the model. Table 11 presents the results of the analysis for the ."worst case" wind angle and windspeed conditions and is based on the assumptions stated in Appendix C. As can be seen in Table 11, the proposed project will in- crease local concentrations of carbon monoxide at the sever- al receptor points. The construction and/or extension of roadways within the project area will also introduce local- ized air emissions where presently there are none. With the second "worst case" CO concentrations added in as background -- a standard analysis methodology -- the CO concentrations will not exceed state or federal one-hour or 8-hour stan- dards. However, as discussed previously, the project lated air emissions will incrementally contribute to the alreaOy poor local and regional air quality. Offsi:e Source Impacts on the Project Development within the project site may be subject to dust impacts from opera:ions at the proposed (and approved) sand and gravel operation located directly west of :he project site. (The approval Of this project was appealed and is presently being reviewed by an appeal court. A decision on the project is expected by December 1988.) As discussed in the EIR prepared for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher, uses located nor:beast of the sand and gravel facility may exper- ience dust impac:s in :he afternoon due :o the predominant winds which eminate from the souChwes: a: that time of day. Po:ential dust impacts can, however, be mitigated at the source through the implementation of Oust control measures as prescribed in the EIR. Potential dus: impacts, if any, would be more a nuisance than a health hazard. 56a Table 11 Maximum Carbon Monoxide Concentrations (Parts Per Million) Carbon Monoxide Concentrations (1-hour/8-hour) Intersection Existing Future Future w/Hi~hwa~ 30 Summit/Day Creek Receptor 1 - 6.3/4.1 6.3/4.1 .Receptor 2 6.9/4.8 6.9/4.8 Receptor 3 6.5/4.6 6.5/4.6 Receptor 4 6.9/4.8 6.9/4.8 Receptor 5 6.5/4.6 6.5/4.6 Receptor 6 - 6.9/4.8 6.9/4.8 Receptor 7 - 6.5/4.6 6.5/4.6 Receptor 8 - 6.9/4.8 6.9/4.8 Receptor 9 - 6.5/4.6 6.5/4.6 Highland/Day Creek Receptor 1 6.2/4.3 7.8/5.5 8.4/5.9 Receptor 2 6.1/4.2 7.1/5.0 7.4/5.2 Receptor 3 6.2/4.3 7.9/5.5 8.5/6.0 Receptor 4 6.1/4.2 7.1/5.0 7.4/5.2 Receptor 5 6.2/4.3 7.7/5.4 8.4/5.9 Receptor 6 6.1/4.3 7.6/5.3 7.4/5.2 Receptor 7 6.2/4.3 7.6/5.3 8.3/5.8 Receptor 8 6.1/4.2 7.0/4.9 7.4/5.2 Cherry Avenue/Highland Avenue Receptor 1 6.2/4.3 7.5/5.2 8.2/5.7 Receptor 2 6.2/4.3 6.9/4.8 7.3/5.1 Receptor 3 6.2/4.3 7.6/5.3 8.3/5.8 Receptor 4 6.2/4.3 6.9/4.8 7.3/5.1 Receptor 5 6.2/4.3 7.6/5.3 8.1/5.7 Receptor 6 6.2/4.3 6.9/4.8 7.3/5.1 Receptor 7 6.2/4.3 7.5/5.2 8.0/5.6 Receptor 8 6.2/4.3 6.9/4.8 7.2/5.0 Summit Avenue/24th Street Receptor 1 - 6.7/4.7 6.7/4.7 Receptor 2 - 6.4/4.9 6.4/4.5 Receptor 3 - 6.7/4.7 6.7/4.7 Receptor 4 - 6.4/4.5 6.4/4.5 Receptor 5 - 6.8/4.8 6.8/4.8 Receptor 6 - 6.5/4.6 6.5/4.6 Receptor 7 - 6.7/4.7 6.7/4.7 Receptor 8 - 6.4/4.5 6.4/4.5 SOURCE: Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. 57 Air Qual£ty Management Plan AS previousl~ indicated, the 1982 AQMP is based on 1982 SCAG growth forecasts, which are based on local general plans. Although the 1982 AQMP did not include the West Valle~ Foot- halls Communit~ land use densities, the 1989 AQMP Update does incorporate those land uses into its future tions. Because the proposed pro~ect is consistent with the densities prescribed b~ the Communit~ Plan and, further, the Communit~ Plan is used as the basis for the 1989 AQMP date, the University/Crest pro~ect is consistent with the AQMP which was adopted on March 17, 1989. T~/ Mitigation Measures The following measures, which are recommended by the SCAQMD, could be implemented to reduce short-term (e.g., construc- tion) impacts associated with project implementation. 1. During cleaning, grading, earth moving or excava- tion: a. Control fugitive dust by regular watering, paving construction roads, or other dust preventive measures as defined in District Rule 403. b. Maintain equipment engines in proper tune. 2. After clearing, grading, earth moving or excava- tion: a. Spread soil binders. b. Wet the area down sufficiently to form a crust on the surface with repeated soakings, as necessary, to maintain the crust and pre- vent dust pick-up by the wind. c. Sweep streets to keep silt off public thor- oughfares. 3. During construction: a. Use water trucks or sprinkler systems to keep all areas where vehicles move damp enough to prevent dust raised when leaving the site. b. Wet down areas in the late morning and after work is completed for the day. 58 c. Use low sulfur fuel (e.g., 0.05 percent by weight) for construction equipment. 4. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts. 4a. The applicant shall be required to obtain a permit from the County Agricultural Commissioner. The permit will require that the applicant also pre- pare a dust control plan to ensure that fugitive dust is minimized. This plan shall be prepared for the entire ~ropert~, even though onl~ the southerly portion is within the Resource Conser- vation District ~urisdiction. The dust control plan shall include requirements to phase grading, provide landscaping and introduce soil binders as well as other means to minimize fugitive dust. This dust control plan shall be approved and en- forced b~ the Count~ Agricultural Commissioner. 4b.. The dust control measures shall be required for both the grading period and for long-term control of dust once grading has been completed and ~rior to building construction. 4c. Grading shall he restricted during high velocity wind conditions in accordance with the require- ments established b~ the West End Resource Conser- vation Dist£ict. 4d. Soil binders and stabilizers which are non hazard- ous shall be used. The following measures could be incorporated into the pro- ject to reduce long-term (i.e., operational) impacts asso- ciated with the proposed project. 5. Provide for convenient access to transit stops by including such facilities as park-and-ride areas, if feasible. Consideration by the local transit authority should be given to extending bus lines to the project site. 6. Provide for easy pedestrian access, through the maintenance of street lights, curbs, sidewalks and walk lights. 7. Include transit improvements in the projec~ de- sign, such as bus shelters, benches, and bus poc- kets in the streets, if recommended by the County Transportation Department and the local transit authority. 59 8. Provide bikeways and convenient bicycle storage facilities. 9. Require bus turn-outs and shelters in commercial developments and public use areas as identified by the West Valle~ Foothills Communit~ Plan. Energy conservation measures that could reduce energy con- sumption and mitigate stationary source emission levels include: 9. Include solar water heaters and pool heaters in homes with pools. 10. Street lighting shall be provided in accordance with County standards. 11. Use extensive landscaping to shade buildings. Level of Significance After Mitigation Because the project is consistent with the 1989 AQMP Update and, further, because the mitigation measures identified above will be implemented, project-related impacts will be reduced to an acceptable level. 'However, because the siWe is located within a non-attainment area (i.e., ambient air quality exceeds gPA standards for the air basin), the project will contribute to the cumulative degradation of air quality within the SCAB. This impact is considered to be a significant unavoidable adverse impact. 60 C. Biological Resources The following discussion is excerpted and summarized from a Biological Resources Assessment of the project site prepared by Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. The complete assess- ment is included as Appendix D. The assessment was prepared based on information gained through field reconnaissance and previous documentation. The site was surveyed on foot in late March and early April 1988. The site consists of two parcels about one mile apart at their closest points. The southern parcel is proposed to be developed while the northern parcel is to be retained in permanent open space. The physical nature of the northern property did not permit a complete, systematic examination of all the vegetation within its confines. However, the southern parcel of the site was surveyed in its entirety. Areas in the northern parcel too remote to survey were ~har- acterized by inference, based upon survey results from simi- lar, more accessible areas. Floral constituents encountered were recorded. Expected faunal use of the site was derived from survey results, combined with documented habitat prefer- ences of regional wildlife species that, whether or not recorded during the survey, are considered to include the project area within their range. Current Status As previously indicated, the project site is comprised of approximately 1,100 acres. The southerly 425-acre element is part of the gently sloping Day Canyon alluvial fan while the northern element totals approximately 675 acres in the steeply sloping San Bernardino National Forest. The following discussion describes the biological resources of each of the affected elements. Southern Element a. Vegetation Vegetation on the southern element of the project site is dominated by mature (i.e., old growth) and intermediate stages of Riversidian alluvial fan scrub, with a patch of chaparral and two riparian washes occurring in the north- eastern portion of the section. In addition, several dis- turbed areas are found on this parcel, as well as scattered non-native shrubs and trees most likely representing the remains of earlier habitation of the site. Sixty-three (63) plant species representing 30 families have been recorded on the southern parcel. Of the recorded spe- cies, 15 (approximately 25 percent) are non-native. A list 61 of plant species recorded on the site is provided in Appen- dix D. The distribution of each community on the site is shown in Exhibit 14. The floral composition of the plan communities on the site is described below. Alluvial Fan Scrub Riversidian alluvial fan scrub is found on gravelly alluvial fans along the southern margin of the San Gabriel and San Bernardino mountains. The Day Canyon Wash exhibits one of the few remaining locales of old-growth alluvial fan wood- land in the region and the last extensive habitat area with- in the East Etiwanda and Day Canyon watersheds. This habi- tat has recently been placed in threat of elimination by the approval of flood control improvements to Day Canyon, Day Creek and the flood plain of Day and Etiwanda Canyons. Alluvial fan scrub plant communities are subject to varying levels of natural disturbance resulting from flooding and are dependent upon periodic flooding for their existence. - - Because of this, the alluvial fan vegetation can be viewed as existing in three successional stages. The first of these, pioneer state, occurs in recently flood-abraided washes largely bare of vegetation and strewn with larger cobbles and boulders. The second stage (i.e., intermediaDe) is composed of terraces, free from disturbance for at least 30 years, sufficient time for enough soil to accumulate and support woody shrubs. The third stage, mature or old-growth alluvial fan scrub, has been free from flood disturbance for at least 50 years and has developed a more complex struc- ture, with small trees, woody shrubs, subshrubs and small areas of open grassland. Mature alluvial fan scrub offers the highest quality habitat for plants and wildlife, and contains the greatest diversity of plant and animal species. Mature alluvial fan scrub occupies the southwestern portion of the southern parcel. North of this area the plant species become gradually more representative of intermediate stage alluvial fan scrub, and in the northeastern corner of the southern parcel there is integration with chaparral species. On the lower half of the southern element, mature alluvial fan scrub dominates the plant community. These areas con- sist of rocky, thin soils with minimal water holding capa- city. The ground cover is dominated by California buckwheat with a moderate density of mature birch-leaf mountain mahog- any. On the upper portion of the southern parcel, the vegetation is more typical of intermediate alluvial fan scrub, the dominant species being white sage. Other shrubs common in 62 Vegetation I Habitat* Map ~... ~. .- .-~ ~"- ' ': 28 . Legend APPROXIMATE 8CALE ~;"~'~ ~ed ^r~. ~ R~,r,.. 1%2000' ~ ~ha~arra, I ois~uroed Ma~e ~1 SOURCE: Miohael Brlndmln AllOOlltOl EXHIBIT 14 63 this area include coastal sagebrush, scale-broom, California croton, and deerweed. This area supports other scattered shrub species associated with chaparral and coastal sage scrub vegetation. In the northeastern corner of the southern parcel chaparral species such as chaparral whitethorn become dominant, indicating a change in community from intermediate alluvial fan scrub to chaparral. The scattered California black walnut trees occurring on the southern element of the project site are relatively small in structure compared with the same species in more coastal locations. A few individuals of medium-sized canyon oaks and a single turbinate oak were found in this parcel. The canyon oaks are located beside the more active drainage channels near the Day Creek levee and in the upslope drain- age channels which run parallel to the east-west running roads. These drainage channels were created by the con- struction of levees for roads in the middle of the southern parcel. The turbinate oak occurs just below the eastern end of the lower flood control levee. The well developed allu- vial woodland soils found here support a dense cover rom- Dosed of grassy interstices and shrubs. Common species nclude redberry, chaparral whitethorn and squaw bush. C, ~arral Lense patch (approximately 15 acres in size) of chaparral wnitethorn occurs in the northeastern corner of the southern parcel. This small chaparral community is well developed, with little open space to support understory growth. The patch is cut by drainage channels and two riparian washes. Stunted California sycamore trees occur sporadically in the larger drainage channels and in the riparian washes. Other species occurring in the drainage channels include holly- leaved cherry and point-oak. Riparian Habitat Crossing the northeastern portion of the southern element of the site are two seasonally watered cobbly washes. These washes support a moderately spaced string of California sycamores that follows the washes through the site and be- yond to the north and east. Although a single arroyo willow was located just offsite in the easternmost channel, no other wetland species were observed. Flood control and storm drain facilities approved for the area to the north will ultimately affect the value and viability of these riparian corridors. The flood control and storm drain facil- ities will divert surface flows north of the area to the east, effectively eliminating the water source which sup- ports the riparian habitat. 64 There is a small (less than one acre) reservoir of unknown origin and use located on the northeastern portion of the southern parcel situated to receive water from the western- most of the two main natural drainage channels. Though capable of holding a substantial amount of water, the supply of this steeply-sided reservoir pit has diminished to only about 100 gallons. There are no aquatic or wetland plant species occurring in the pond, and it is probably too re- cently established and transient in nature to sustain a typical pond community. Non-native Trees and Shrubs Scattered throughout the southern element of the site are ornamental and agricultural trees and shrubs, probably rem- nants of earlier habitation. Fig, apricot and red gum trees are found sporadically in the northern portion of this par- cel while olive trees and occasional grape vines occur near the southern boundary. Near the southwestern boundary of the southern section, a group of several olive trees are arranged in rows at right angles, forming a square, and along these rows are the re- mains of an old barbed wire/chicken wire fence. This fence no longer provides any substantial deterrent to animal move- ment on the site. The olive trees provide nesting areas for several bird species. Disturbed Areas Approximately 100 acres of the southern parcel have been recently burned. These uniformly shaped areas are repre- sented by two rectangular swatches which cross diagonally over the middle of the western half of this parcel. The purpose of this apparently controlled burn is unknown. These areas are in the process of natural revegetation by alluvial fan scrub species, especially white sage and deer- weed. Other disturbed areas include devegetated ground in the immediate vicinity of the water treatment plant (approxi- mately 23 acres) and several unpaved roads which cross the southern parcel. b. Wildlife The southern section of the site can be expected to support much of the wildlife characteristic of typical alluvial fan scrub habitat. Many wildlife species expected to occur are not restricted to a single plant community and may forage in an array of dissimilar communities. Many of these species 65 are common and widespread, although some exhibit narrower habitat preferences. Those species considered most likely to utilize the site are discussed below. A list of observed or expected wildlife is presented in Appendix D. Reptiles and Amphibians No species of amphibians were observed during the spring survey. Because the presence of water is seasonal onsite, amphibians are not expected to be abundant in the southern parcel, and those likely to be present are limited to the western spadefoot toad and red-spotted toad. The western fence lizard, side-blotched lizard and western whiptail were observed throughout the southern parcel. The San Diego coast horned lizard was observed near the site in the lower San Sevaine Basin in May 1986. Snakes expected in this section of the project area .include the racer, common kingsnake, western rattlesnake and gopher snake. Birds Birds are the most conspicuous vertebrates on the project site. Common in the southern parcel during the survey were the house finch, brown towhee, wrentit, Califoroia thrasher, white-crowned sparrow, Bewick's wren and California quail. Red tailed hawks and other rapto£s forage over the area. The greatest concentration of birds was evident in the old- growth alluvial scrub on the southern portion of this par- cel, below Summit Avenue. A greater roadrunner was also observed foraging in alluvial fan scrub near the project site. Mammals Alluvial scrub communities support a number of mammal spe- cies. Mammals observed on the southern section include gray fox, deer mouse, western harvest mouse, desert cottontail and ground squirrel. Other mammals expected include the desert woodrat, several species of mice and the San Diego pocket mouse, bobcat and coyote. Foraging mammals expected include the mule deer and striped skunk. Northern Element a. Vegetation The northern parcel, which includes Day Canyon, is charac- terized by a deeply incised rock gorge, steep, brush-covered slopes and narrow ridgelines. A clear perennial stream provides ample water to support a rich riparian woodland community. The slopes are well vegetated with chaparral and oak woodland. 66 Riparian Woodland The riparian woodland of the northern parcel is character- ized by dense stands of mature white alder, California syca- more, scattered willows and a well developed understory. This area is of prime biological value and provides habitat for a wide variety of plants and animals. Several species of grass were found during the survey, and giant creek net- tle and poison-oak were common. The steeper sections of canyon wall support other species, including 'stonecrop. Oak Woodland A cluster of coast live oak was found growing along the lower east-facing slope at the southern edge of the canyon in the northern parcel, near the canyon mouth. This small oak woodland was confined to the less severely-inclined slope and occupied less than an acre of land. Oaks are expected to occur throughout the northern parcel. Chaparral The slopes and ridges surrounding Day Canyon are well vege- tated with chaparral species, dominated by manzanita which occurs in high density, leaving very little room for an understory of grasses or sage. However, where open spaces were available, white sage was common. Other species encoun- tered in the northern section of the site during the survey were spanish bayonet and California buckwheat. b. Wildlife Because of the rich diversity of floral life occurring with- in the northern parcel, a larger variety of animals are expected to reside in this area. Reptiles and Amphibians The.moisture provided by the stream and excellent protective cover and high availability of prey afforded by the well- developed understory of the communities present has created an environment which supports a high diversity of reptiles and amphibians within the northern section of the project site. Amphibians typical of the site's riparian woodland include Pacific treefrog, canyon treefrog and California newt. The most common reptiles occurring within the riparian wood- land and its associated sandy areas in this parcel are the western fence lizard, side-blotched lizard, western whiptail lizard, striped racer and two-striped garter snake. Other reptiles typical of the riparian community include western 67 pond turtle, western skink, Gilbert's skink, southern alli- gator lizard, desert collared lizard, California kingsnake, California mountain kingsnake, gopher snake, ringneck snake, and western rattlesnake. The oak woodland in this parcel shares many species with the riparian community, as well as the following additional species: arboreal salamander, monterey salamander, black- bellied slender salamander, Pacific slender salamander, western toad and western spadefoot toad. The extensive chaparral community in the northern parcel also shares many reptile species with the other plant commun- ities. Other reptiles typical of the chaparral on site include the coast horned lizard, night snake, longnosed snake and patch-nosed snake. At altitudes above 3,000 feet, sagebrush lizards become the dominant lizard species. Birds Riparian woodland, oak woodland and chaparral support among the highest diversities of birds of any habitats in Southern California. Typical species of the riparian woodland com- munity in the northern section are the black-chinned humming- bird, black phoebe, western flycatcher, blue-g~ay gnatcatch- er, Swainson's thrush, warbling vireo, orange-crowned warb- ler, rufous-sided towhee, song sparrow, American goldfinch and lesser goldfinch. The oak woodland onsite shares many of the same species as riparian woodland. Some that may be more typical of oak woodland are the Anna's hummingbird, Nuttail's woodpecker, western wood-pewee, scrub jay, plain titmouse, bushtit, house wren, Hutton's vireo and black-headed grosbeak. Chap- arral also shares a number of bird species with oak woodland and a few with riparian woodland. Typical chaparral species that reside on the northern parcel are ash-throated fly- catcher, Bewick's wren, wrentit, California thrasher, brown towhee and rufous-crowned sparrow, as well as many of the other species mentioned above. Mammals No mammals were observed in the northern parcel during the survey; however, diagnostic sign of the Botta's pocket gopher was found. Because of the rich riparian woodland and canyon vegetation, which form an important wildlife corri- dor, and because of the presence of water.and the low degree of human disturbance, several mammal species are expected to occur on the site, some in abundance. These include Cali- fornia myotis, brush rabbit, California pocket mouse, agile kangaroo rat, California mouse, brush mouse, desert woodrat, California vole, coyote, long-tailed weasel and mule deer, among others. 68 c. Sensitive Biological Resources This section discusses the species present or potentially present in the vicinity of the project that have been af- forded special recognition by federal, state or local re- source conservation agencies and organizations due prin- cipally to declining or limited population sizes resulting in most cases from habitat reduction. In addition, habitat areas onsite that are unique, of relatively limited distri- bution or of particular value to wildlife are also addres- sed. The determination of sensitive biological resources include: (1) U. S. Fish and Wildlife Services (USFWS), (2) California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG), (3) Cali- fornia Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB), and (4) Califor- nia Native Plant Society (CNPS). Refer to Appendix D for specific references. Southern Element Vegetation The slender-horned spineflower is listed as endangered by CDFG and USFWS, and is listed by CNPS as rare and endan- gered. This small, prostrate annual occurs in sandy open- ings without surface disturbance. It is presently known from small populations in four widely separated areas in the greater San Bernardino-Riverside area. Formerly, it was found as far west as the San Fernando Valley; however, it has most likely never been plentiful. The slender-horned spineflower is subject to habitat distur- bances such as grazing, agriculture and flood-control activi- ties. In addition, the spineflower appears to be very sensi- tive to competition with introduced annual grasses. Annual grasses may successfully compete with the slender-horned spineflower for essential resources, such as water and light, and may otherwise inhibit its occurrence. Suitable habitat for this species is limited on the project site to a few small areas on the lower benches in the south- ern parcel near Day Creek, although the degree of past site disturbance and subsequent strong competition from non-native grasses have lessened the likelihood of its pre- sence on the site today. The spineflower was not located on the site during this or past surveys, nor on a survey con- ducted west of the site during May 1986, t.he only time of year when this tiny annual would be expected to be located. In order to confirm the presence of this species on the subject southern element, the firm of Michael Brandman Associates conducted a sprin~ survey on June 17, 1989. The property was thorou~hl~ searched for the slender-borneo s~ineflower. The s~ecies was not located on-site nor in the 69 vicinity of the site as suitable habitat for the s~ineflower is presentl~ extremel~ limited on the site. As a result o~ the findings of the supplemental sprin~ survey, it was concluded, based on field evidence as well as the fact that no slender-horned s~ineflower plants were located, that the species does not occur on the pro~ect site. Wildlife San Diego coast horned lizard is a USFWS Category 2 candi- date species (i.e., decline of the species is suspected; however, insufficient data presently exist to support a proposed listing). The preferred habitat for this species, open areas of sandy soil and low vegetation, is fairly com- mon within the site. The coast horned lizard was not located onsite during the present survey, but one individual was observed near the southern parcel in May 1986. It is likely that the species occurs.within the project boundar- ies. (It must be noted that the validity of this species as a taxonomically distinct subspecies is questionable. Col- lected data are considered insufficient to support taxonomic subdivision of the nominant species, according to Dr. Robert C. Stebbins, Museum Of Vertebrate Zoology, University of California Berkeley.) The golden eagle, although not listed as rar~ or endangered, is afforded "Fully Protected" status in California (CDFG Code, Section 3511) and receives additional federal pro- tection under amendments to the Bald Eagle Protection Act (PL 92-525). 'The golden eagle is considered sensitive by federal agencies and CDFG due to its requirements for iso- lated nesting sites and very large foraging areas. The golden eagle, although not observed during the field survey, has been observed occasionally foraging in the vicinity of the project site. However, the lower foothills region near developed portions of the west Ban Bernardino Valley are at the edge of this species' foraging range. It nests in rocky crags and cliffs at higher elevations in the mountains, some distance from the site. Habitat Riversidian alluvial fan scrub habitat is designated by CNDDB as a plant community requiring a high priority status for preservation. This status has been assigned to the community due to the rapid and continuing development of this habitat type throughout the regions in which it occurs. The alluvial fan scrub of the project area may also serve as a foothill wildlife disperion area, especially for mule deer and other animals. 70 Northern Element No species of animal designated threatened, rare or endan- gered by USFWS, CDFG or CNDDB were located on the northern section of the project site during the survey: however, one mammal species, one reptile species, one amphibian species and three bird species of concern may reside in the vicin- ity. Nelson bighorn sheep is fully protected by the CDFG and is considered sensitive by the Bureau of Land Management. Populations of bighorn sheep have been declining steadily throughout their range. Bighorn sheep may include the ridges and canyon of the northern parcel as the extreme lower portion of their winter range. The Cooper's hawk is included on the CDFG Bird Species of Special Concern List, Third Priority Category (i.e., not in immediate danger of extirpation, but determined to warrant monitoring). Cooper's hawks may nest in the oak and ripar- ian woodland on the northern parcel. The long-eared owl is a CDFG Bird Species of Special Con- cern, Second Priority Category (i.e., populations appear to be declining in portions of its range). The long-eared owl prefers riparian and oak woodlands and may utilize the north- ern parcel for foraging and nesting habitat. The spotted owl, a CDFG Bird Species of Special Concern, Second Priority Category, has been reported in Icehouse Canyon, a few miles northwest of the site. The spotted owl prefers dense oak woodlands mixed with conifers and is often found in steep-walled canyons. Spotted owls may include portions of the northern parcel as part of their foraging and nesting range. The red-legged frog is listed by the USFWS as a Category 2 candidate (i.e., decline of the species is suspected: how- ever, insufficient data presently exist to support a pro- posed listing). Red-legged frogs are chiefly inhabitants of permanent pools, ponds and marshes. The red-legged frog has been reported in the North Fork of Lytle Creek, a few miles northeast of the site. It is possible that red-legged frogs inhabit the site, but their presence would be limited to pools large enough to contain water year round. Coast horned lizacds have been found on the slopes of Eti- wanda Canyon and San Sevaine Canyon just west of the site and are likely to occur on the northern parcel in areas of sand or fine soil among the chaparral and coastal sage scrub communities. 71 Project Impact As a result of the rapid advance of urbanization in San Bernardino and eastern Los Angeles counties, much of the natural open space in the region has become restricted to relatively few areas at the base of the San Bernardino and San Gabriel Mountains. As these foothill habitats are devel- oped, remaining areas of the natural open space will in- crease in value as wildlife nesting and foraging areas and as wildlife movement corridors. An agreement between the regional land owners and the County of San Bernardino to preserve 600 to 800 acres of open space supporting alluvial fan scrub, as mitigation for the project and other proposed developments in the area, has been tentatively established. However, the installation of approved flood control improve- ments to this area will eventually bring about the elimin- ation of the existing alluvial fan scrub, reducing the value of this mitigation measure (Michael Brandman Associates, May 1988). Implementation of the approved flood control measures iden- tified above will eliminate flooding in the area. This dramatic change in the hydrology of the area will also alter the long-term nature of the natural community, causing a change in floristic composition from the flood-dependent alluvial fan scrub to a more commonly occ%rring community such as coastal sage scrub. This change will occur gradu- ally over the next 50 to 100 years or more. Though this gradual transformation represents an adverse impact, the sudden, immediate and irreversible adverse alterations af- fected by land development pose impacts of greater severity. The immediate impacts onsite related to the ongoing devel- opment of the foothill area are restricted to the southern section of the project site. Long-term impacts generated by the development of flood control improvements in Day Canyon not directly associated with the project plans affect both the southern and northern sections of the project site. The following discussion itemizes the potential impacts of the proposed project on the biological resources of the site. a. Vegetation Project implementation would result in the loss of approx- imately 425 acres of natural alluvial community in the south- ern section of the project site. This includes 390 acres (92 percent) of mature and intermediate stage alluvial fan scrub, 15 acres (three percent) of chaparWal and 20 acres (five percent) of riparian wash. The conversion of alluvial fan scrub represents a significant addition to the ongoing loss of this regionally limited resource. The habitat value of the alluvial fan scrub onsite increases in the northern 72 portion of the southern parcel; thus, the degree of impact generated by the conversion of this habitat increases ac- cordingly. The cumulative loss of this habitat constitutes a significant impact. The northern section of the subject property, 675 acres of mixed canyon habitat in Day Canyon, is intended for preser- vation. This rugged montane area is comprised of high qual- ity riparian woodland, oak woodland, chaparral and coastal sage scrub. Day Creek, a clear perennial stream, winds through this canyon and provides habitat for a wide variety of floral and faunal life. This stream will be subsequently impacted by an approved flood control dam currently under construction upstream. Hydrological patterns will change dramatically with the completion of this dam and other flood control developments not directly associated with the pro- ject, reducing the water flow through the canyon and ad- versely impacting the riparian habitat downstream, on the southerly element of the project site. Chaparral is a regionally abundant plant community and the removal of the small area in the southern parcel reguired by the project design would not represent a significant impact. The inclusion of a network of SCE easements, diagonal strips of undeveloped land, will allow approximately 180 acres of natural vegetation to remain bordering the site. These easements will represent reduced-quality habitat, however, due to their close proximity to the residential community and to the corresponding increase in urban presence. Natural open land lies east and west of the site. These areas provide similar habitat to that lost through project implementation. However, the value of the habitat west of the site will be reduced by a planned sand and gravel mining operation and the excavation of a gravel pit in the area adjacent to Day Creek. The project, as proposed, would require the. filling of two riparian washes (approximately 20 acres in total area), which will require consultation with CDFG. It should be understood, however, that impacts to this habitat (i.e., loss of the riparian corridors) will occur prior to devel- opment of the project site, as a result of the loss of sur- face flows from the north, when several regional flood con- trol improvements have been implemented. These storm drain and flood control facilities have been approved and will be implemented prior to the construction of the proposed pro- ject. As a result, surface water normally flowing through the northeasterly corner of the southern element, and feed- ing the two riparian washes on the property, will be divert- ed, resulting in the degradation of the riparian habitat which now exists. Therefore, potential project-related impacts on the riparian habitat are not expected to be signi- 73 ficant if the riparian washes are substantially degraded as anticipated from the diversion of surface water. If feas- ible, on-site drainage shall be directed into these riparian washes to replace the surface rumoff diverted by the Rancho Htiwanda PUD interceptor channel immediately north of the subject property. Because it has been determined that the potential does not exist for the slender-horned spineflower to occur on the southerl~ portion of the property, development in that area will not result in its elimination. Therefore, no significant impacts are anticipated to occur to this State and federall~ listed endangered species. Further, permits from the California Department of Fish and Game and the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service re~arding that species will not be required. b. Wildlife The potential value of Day Canyon Wash and flood plain for wildlife habitat would be diminished by the proximity of people and pets, as well as the increase in urban presence. Wildlife movement through the flood plain would be greatly reduced. The presence of the two SCE easements wili provide movement corridors for wildlife between developed areas. By allowing natural open land to remain within the project site, these corridors will enhance the wildlife value of the site, pro- viding limited foraging and nesting habitat for birds and other animals. However, the presence of residential lots in close proximity to these corridors will impede wildlife use and limit the potential value of the corridors, as most animal species are sensitive to the presence of people and pet dogs and cats. The conversion of approximately 390 acres of alluvial fan scrub, some of which provides especially species-rich wild- life habitat, represents a loss of food resource fo= the local deer population. Determining the level of impact from this loss would require an assessment of the size of the deer population and the potential food resources of their foraging area. Although some raptors, such as red-tailed hawks and American kestrels, may adapt somewhat to human activities in and around their preferred habitat, they are, on balance, ad- versely affected by urbanization and its associated influ- ences. Construction activity associated with the proposed development could be expected to exert an adverse impact on the raptors presently utilizing the site. Conversion of foraging habitat would constitute an incremental addition to the regional habitat fragmentation and loss that might fur- ther impact declining breeding populations; however, the significance of this impact is restricted to a local level. Further, the proposed preservation of canyon habitat in Day Canyon is a mitigation for this impact. Night lighting might be detrimental to wildlife in the adja- cent floodplain and Day Creek for a variety of reasons, including disruption of light/dark daily rhythms and avoid- ance due to the introduction of bright lights into an'other- wise unlit vicinity. Some insectivorous species benefit from lighting illuminating an otherwise unlit area because it attracts and concentrates large numbers of insects for feeding purposes; however, the typical net effect of light- ing is that adjacent areas are utilized by wildlife to less than their fullest extent. Some animal species will benefit from the increased urban presence in the developed parcel, with subsequent increases in population. This is especially true for animals at- tracted to human refuse (e.g, opossum, skunk, coyote, and rodent species) and there will be a substantial increase in the population of the insect species typically associated with urbanization. Among other species that might exper- ience a population increase caused by the altered environ- ment would be the rock dove (i.e., pigeon), spotted dove, American crow, northern mockingbird, European starling, Brewer's blackbird, house finch and house sparrow. A var- iety of migrant songbirds could also be expected to frequent the new habitat during certain times of the year, partic- ularly where specimen-size trees are present in. the new landscaping. Indirectly, wildlife populations in the surrounding area would also be affected adversely by loss of available habi- tat within the project site, as resident wildlife species were displaced by development. This displacement would increase stress on nearby wildlife populations as compe- tition for food, water and nesting sites increased. Implementation of the proposed project may also result in the immediate loss of potential habitat for the slender- horned spineflower. This potential loss of habitat will also be affected by regional flood control improvements. Although this species was not observed during the spring survey, its absence could be due to the absence of condi- tions which are most conducive to its existence (e.g., sea- sonal water, etc.). Conversion of alluvial fan scrub, chaparral and wash habitat would also result in the loss of habitat for the San Diego coast horned lizard. 75 Conversion of open scrub would remove foraging habitat for the golden eagle. However, since the site is at the peri- phery of this species' foraging range, this impact repre- sents a relatively insignificant incremental loss of forag- ing habitat. Mitigation Measures The long-term preservation of the 675-acre northern parcel in open space is the principal mitigation measure included in the proposed project. Although the biologic communities preserved are not congruent with those impacted by the pro- posed development, the Day Canyon area is recognized as an area of high biologic value. The actual development poten- tial of the area may be severely constrained by a lack of access, services, and extreme topography. However, the long-term commitment to open space uses represents a posi- tive action toward the preservation and conservation of canyon and hillside habitats'. To ensure that the 675-acre property is not impacted either directl~ or indirectl~ as development occurs in the area, it will be necessar~ to protect that significant resource. A property exchange will take place which will result in the Universit~ of California acquiring the 675-acre property presently owned b~ Etiwanda Highlands in exchange for the University's propert~ located in the southern element. That property exchange will occur upon approval of the tentative tract map. Although the 675-acre propert~ will be accessible to the public, access will be regulated by the Universit~ of Cali- fornia. The applicant will work with both the County of San Bernardino and Universit~ of California to ensure that the property is not adversely impacted by unauthorized use. The 675-acre parcel is part of the Etiwanda North Plan presently bein~ prepared for the North Etiwanda Consortium. That plan reflects that all official trails into the area will end below the existing gaging station south of the subject parcel. No trails will be developed above that station. Onl~ hiking will be permitted into the can~on and onto the 675-acre site. In addition, the following measures will also mitigate the adverse biologic impacts previously identified which will occur from project implementation. 1. Sycamores and oaks removed for the project should be replaced either onsite or in the northern sec- tion (i.e., mitigation site) in a sufficient ratio to guarantee ultimate replacement. 76 Either one of the next two measures listed below shall be implemented to adequately mitigate the potential impacts to the two riparian washes. 2. The project, as proposed, would require the fil- ling of two riparian washes (approximately 20 acres) occurring on the site containing a string of mature sycamore trees. Any alteration of ripar- ian habitat requires consultation with CDFG (i.e., Section 1603 Permit) and any filling of a stream- bed may require a permit from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (i.e., Clean Water Act, Section 404). Both of these agencies require the formulation of a mitigation plan that would replace any lost wildlife habitat values associated with the ripar- ian habitat or streambed; or 3. Even though the riparian washes may be signifi- cantly degraded as a result of the flood control improvements which will divert surface flows, the channels could be maintained in a natural condi- tion in an effort to retain its visual character (and that of the proposed project). Further, irrigation runoff could be diverted to this area to enhance the viability of the habitat, if no flooding impacts would occur. This measure should be considered when the mitigation plan is con- ceived for the project (or any development alterna- tive for the site). 4. Ail graded and disturbed surfaces remaining out- side developed areas following construction shall be revegetated as soon as feasible. Landscape design and plant selection in areas directly adja- cent to open space shall conform to surrounding vegetation composition. The use of native trees and shrub species should'closely match those al- ready present in the alluvial fan scrub onsite. 6. Deed restrictions regulating the operation of motorized off-road vehicles and limited trail access to nature and bcidle trails shall be devel- oped with the intent of protecting the open space areas from these potentially adverse influences. 77 7. The potentially adverse effects of night lighting on surrounding open space areas can be mitigated by implementing one of the following alternatives as determined necessary on an individual basis: a. Low intensity street lamps at the development edge. b. Low elevation lighting poles. c. Shielding by internal silvering of the globe or external opaque reflectors. The degree to which these measures are utilized should be dependent upon the distance of the light source from the urban edge. 8. In order to ensure that the 675-acre parcel (i.e., Planning Area I) is retained as natural open space, deed restrictions to future development shall be placed on that portion of the subject property. 9. Development of the property will be subject to the applicable provision of the County's Plant Protec- tion and Management Ordinance (Ordinance No. 3175), specifically Chapter 5 (Riparian Plant Conservation) and other sections which may apply. a._:.. A (tree) removal permit shall be required for the removal of any native tree or plant that is subject to the provisions of Ordinance 3175. b. The removal of an~ vegetation within 200 feet of the bank of a stream or indicated as a protected riparian area on a communit~ or specific plan shall be subject to a tree or plant removal permit. Level of Significance After Mitigation The conversion of approximately 390 acres of Riversidian alluvial fan scrub community to urban uses will add to the cumulative loss of this regionally significant resource. The cumulative loss of this habitat constitutes an unavoid- able significant impact. Implementation of the mitigation measures listed above will reduce all remaining biotic im- pacts to an acceptable level (i.e., non significant). 77a D. Noise This discussion of potential noise impacts to the project site from traffic generated by the developed site and adja- cent projects is summarized from the Noise Study prepared by Hans D. Giroux. The complete study is included in this document as Appendix E. (This analysis does not address the future traffic-related noise conditions based on the con- struction of State Route 30. However, the impacts are gener- ally described in this discussion.) Current Status The project site is currently undeveloped, hence no noise sensitive uses exist on-site. The primary noise sources in the area are the major streets which carry significant vol- umes of noise-generating vehicular traffic. The future noise impacts to the project site were calculated using the Federal Highway Administration. (FHWA) traffic noise model. In order to verify that the use of the model is appropriate to the project area, a brief on-site noise monitoring program was conducted. Noise measurements along Etiwanda Road south of Highland Avenue and on Highland east of Day Creek were made using prescribed CALTRANS monitoring procedures. The noise model was initialized with observed traffic mixes, speeds, and roadway geometrics. The results of this comparison and calibration were as follows: Etiwanda Road Observed Leq - 61.6 dB Modeled Leq - 64.6 dB Highland Avenue Observed Leq - 67.0 dB Modeled Leq - 68.8 dB Based on the County's Noise Element which generally pre- scribes a 55 CNEL (Community Noise Equivalent Level) exter- ior noise standard, the roadway segments along Etiwanda Road and Highland Avenue for which nose measurements were taken currently exceed the County's exterior noise level standard. However, it should be pointed out that the model was 3.0 and 1.8 dB too conservative (i.e., over-predictive) in the two sites monitored. Therefore, because the exact cause for the model's deviation could not be determined (most other compar- isons usually show somewhat better agreement), it was de- cided to use the model without further modification. This comparison does suggest, however, that actual future noise levels may be slightly lower that those predicted in the impact analysis. 78 The ad~acent Fourth Street Rock Crusher facilit~ has been approved and will exist ad~acent to the subject property west of Day Creek. According to the Final EIR prepared for that facility, "worst case" noise levels estimated for the property line will range from 54 dB(A) (resulting from the o~eration of the aggregate processing ~lant) to 61 dB(A) (from skip loaders). With the exception of the skip load- ers, noise levels are not expected to be significant at the property line. Further, the Final EIR indicated that on- going excavation would result in perimeter berming of the site so that the skip loaders will most likely be acousti- cally shielded from observers at the property line. - The southerly portion of the southern element is located within the West Valley Foothills Community Plan Safety-Noise (WF/S-N) Overlay District because it is located within the Foothill Freeway corridor. As such, future development in the area will be guided by the the Safety-Noise development standards established in Ordinance 3112. That ordinance stipulates that exterior no~se levels in all one-family residential land use areas and multi-family residential land use areas should not exceed 65 dB(A) CNEL emanating from outside of the residential building and 45 dB(A) CNEL shall be the maximum interior noise standard. Pro~ect Impact Development of the proposed project will result in incre- mental noise impacts along the surrounding arterial system. The increased traffic which will be generated by the 1,293 residential dwelling units and commercial and recreational amenities will cause ambient noise levels to increase in the areas along the adjacent roadways. The most significant of these will be along Etiwanda Road, Day Creek and Highland Avenue. Further, if State Route 30 is constructed, the highest future noise levels will occur along that freeway corridor at the southerly end of the subject property. Noise levels would exceed the exterior County noise standard of 55 CNEL along each of these roadways. Most importantly, development of the larger Etiwanda/San Sevaine Community will add 100,000 daily vehicle trips to the regional traffic system. A detailed traffic study has been prepared to determine probable traffic patterns result- ing from the buildout of 25 parcels comprising the project, including a "pass-through" component on the larger arterials (refer to Section VIII.A). Results of that analysis, in conjunction with typical vehicle mixes, traffic speeds and driving patterns, were used to calculate the traffic noise exposure at noisesensitive receptor sites adjacent to the roadway system within and surrounding the Etiwanda/Day Creek development. 79 Eleven roadway segments covering each east-west and north- south major roadway within and adjacent to the proposed development were analyzed. Calculations were performed consistent with the County of San Bernardino noise/land use compatibility standard of 55 dBA CNEL exterior and 45 dBA CNEL interior. The County's exterior standard is difficult to achieve along major roadways without incorporating great- er setbacks due to the significant traffic volumes. As previously indicated, with the exception of noise ~ener- ated by skip loaders from the operation of the Fourth Street Rock Crusher, noise levels emanatin~ from that facilit~ are - not expected to be significant on the proposed pro~ect site. Vehicular traffic related noise resultin~ from the plant operation would likewise not have a significant impact on the proposed pro~ect (Final EIR, Fourth Street Rock Crusher, May 1986). Other mitigation measures which will be imple- mented b~ the Fourth Street Rock Crusher facility or ~mposed by the County of San Bernardino are pro~ected to reduce those project-related noise impacts to acceptable levels. Because the project site is within the City of Rancho Cuca- monga sphere of influence and may be annexed in the future, the City's noise guidelines were also considered in the analysis. The Noise Element of the General Plan for the City of Rancho Cucamonga specifies a 60 dB Ldn exterior noise exposure for single family residential uses. However, the Planning Division of the City's Community Development Department has indicated that the City has standardized its noise evaluation procedures to be consistent with other jurisdictions: a 65 CNEL exterior/45 CNEL interior exposure standard. Adverse impacts (i.e., noise levels in excess of 55 dB(A) CNEL), are forecast adjacent to all roadways which will serve the subject property. The most significant of these impacts (i.e., noise levels which exceed 65 dbA CNEL) will occur along Highland Avenue/State Route 30, Day Creek Boule- vard/24th Street, the collector street connecting to Wilson, and the collector street connecting to the northern develop- ment area, along the segment south of the school sites and community parks (refer to Exhibit 6). Predicted noise levels at these locations range from 66.16 dB(A) CNEL (north- ern collector street) to 73.67 dB(A) CNEL (Highland Avenue) measured 50 feet from the roadway centerline~ Although not calculated, the 83,700 average daily traffic volume esti- mated for State Route 30, if constructed, would generate noise levels which exceed the 73.67 dB(A) CNEL forecast for Highland Avenue. Although noise levels in the northern portion of the project site and along Summit Avenue will exceed ~he County's 55 dB(A) CNEL standard, they are not forecast to exceed the higher 65 dB(A) CNEL noise standard. 80 In addition to the vehicular-related noise levels identified above, future construction of the 4th Street Rock Crusher facility on the property immediately west of the site will also contribute to the ambient noise conditions in the vicin- ity of the subject property. Based on information contained in the Final EIR, noise levels within the (proposed) sand and gravel mining project would range from 50 dB(A) to 61 dB(A) for the various noise sources (MBA, Inc, May 1986). As previously indicated, a standard of 55 dB(A) has been established for noise levels emanating from a noise source onto a residential property by the County of San Bernardino. The noise standard specifies, in part, that the 55 dB(A) noise level at a receiving land use shall not be exceeded: 1. For a cumulative period of more than 30 minutes in any hour. 2. By 5 dB(A) for more than 15 minutes in any hour. 3. By 10 dB(A) for a cumulative period for more than 5 minutes in any hour. 4. By 15 dB(A) for a cumulative period of more than 1 minute in any hour. 5. By 20 dB(A) at any period of time. Although noise impacts created by the proposed sand and gravel operation are expected to exceed County noise stan- dards, mitigation measures will be required to be imple- mented in that facility in the future to ensure that impacts to adjacent residential properties (including the proposed University/Crest project) will not be significant. These measures include the location of processing facilities in the center of the site below the site grade and additional studies which would identify specific measures to attenuate noise levels which are unacceptable. Mitigation Measures Two methods are available to mitigate adverse noise impacts. The first is to increase setback distances from the noise source. The second is to place an attenuating barrier (e.g., 6-foot solid wall or berm, or combination) between the noise source and the receiver. In addition, vegetation can also be used as an effective barrier to reduce noise levels. Vegetation in the form of hedgerows, shrubs and/or trees can be planted in combination with berms and walls. The nature and extent of these measures are described below. 1. The analysis concludes that a typical 6-foot resi- dential perimeter wall can confine the 65 CNEL 81 contour to within 50 feet of the roadway center- line throughout the project except near the Day Creek Boulevard/Highland Avenue intersection. At this intersection, wall heights of seven and eight feet would be required to contain the 65 CNEL contour. 2. If a barrier in excess of six feet is aestheti- cally undesirable in areas of heaviest traffic, then a barrier plus setback combination should be considered. The barrier/setback combination re- quires a 63-foot setback plus a 6-foot high wall along the western side of lower Day Creek just north of Highland and an 86-foot setback with the same wall height on the north side of Highland Avenue to meet the 65 CNEL standard. The setback and wall combination for State Route 30, if con- structed, has not been estimated but would exceed the requirement identified for Highland Avenue. 3. In order to achieve the 55 CNEL exterior noise standard, it will be necessary to incorporate a greater setback from.these arterials. The speci- fic distance of that setback should be determined by an acoustical engineer at such time as the site plan is submitted to the County. (Much of these setback areas can be incorporated in the expanded rights-of-way these streets will require to accom- modate their ultimate improvements.) 4. In order to ensure that interior noise levels of the residential dwelling units meet both County and City (of Rancho Cucamonga) standards, an acous- tical analysis shall be performed to determine the nature and extent of construction techniques (e.g., double-paned windows, etc.) to be imple- mented. 5. The development standards established b~ Ordinance 3112 for the WF/S-N Overla~ District shall be implemented to ensure that noise levels in the pro~ect environs do not exceed the maximum inter- ior and exterior levels permitted for residential, commercial and educational development. Level of Significance After Mitigation Implementation of the mitigation measures described above and those determined to be necessary based on detailed acous- tical analyses will reduce potential noise impacts to a level of non-significance. 82 E. Land Use/Relevant Planning Land use plans have been developed by both the County of San Bernardino and the City of Rancho Cucamonga which guide future development not only on the subject property but also in the project environs. Specifically, these adopted plans include: (1) the San Bernardino County Consolidated General Plan Land Use Element; (2) the West Valley Foothills Community Plan adopted by the County of San Bernardino; and (3) the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. The discussion which follows provides an assessment of the relationship of the proposed project to each of the long range developed and - adopted for the area. This discussion is based on selected findings in these several documents which a~pl~ to the proposed project. Current Status The project site is located in the unincorporated portion of San Bernardino County. The County is currently responsible for land use planning and development review and approval for the project site. The site is also located in the sphere of influence of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The sphere of influence recognizes areas which are likely to be included within the City's jurisdiction via future annexations. Because of this poten%ial to be included in the City at a future date, the City of Rancho Cucamonga has also formulated land use plans and policies for the project area in its General Plan. The following discussion includes relevant information from the general plans of both the County of San Bernardino and the City of Rancho Cucamonga. It must be understood, how- ever, that until such time as the project site is actually annexed to the City, future development will be controlled by the County's long-range plans and policies. County Consolidated General Plan Land Use Element The San Bernardino County General Plan designates the pro- ject area for residential and public land uses (refer to Exhibit 15). Ail development areas identified in the 425- acre parcel, except planning areas "G" and "H", are desig- nated RES-3 (3 du/ac). Areas "G" and "H" are designated RES-2 (2 du/ac). Public uses are designated for the flood channels, water facility and utility rights-of-way and ease- ments. The 675-acre open space parcel to the north is desig- nated RCN - Rural Conservation (1 du/40 ac). These designations permit a total of 1,174 dwelling units on the property (without consideration of any bonus density allowed by the San Bernardino County Development Code). The calculation of permitted dwelling units was provided in Table 1, Statistical Summary. 83 Existing General Plan RES. 2 RES. 3 RES. RES. RES. 3~ ~/ ACRE PARCEL TO THE NORTH THAT IS .. . · ~ ~ ~"~'~,'~ NOTE: To'THEBE675pRESERVED AS PERMANENT OPEN SPACE RCN (1 UNIT PER 40 ~RES). ~.-,~ ~.~ - 1'=1~20' 80URCE: 8an Bernardlno Co. Land M~n~gement West Valley Foothills Community Plan The West Valley Foothills Community Plan was adopted by the County of San Bernardino in 1983. Exhibit 16 illustrates the area encompassing this designated planning area. The purpose of the Community Plan is to implement the County's long range General Plan within the nearly 16,800-acre plan- ning area located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains north of the Cities of Fontana and Rancho Cucamonga. The Community Plan contains desirable land uses and development criteria for a five- to ten-year time period and it imple- ments the long-range (i.e., 20-year) land use provisions of - the County General Plan Map. The various land uses per- mitred by the Community Plan are consistent with the objec- tives, policies, general land uses and programs described in the County General Plan. The foundation of the Community Plan is a series of key issues which have been carefully evaluated. For each issue, a "finding" is stated followed by "directives" and imple- menting "actions". They function in a manner similar to "objectives, policies, and programs" in traditional planning documents. Excerpts from Division 2, Plan Foundation, which are relevant to the development of the subject property, are presented below (although not all .findings, directives and actions are listed). Community Character FINDING: The West Valley Foothills area is a desirable location for future residential develop- ment and opportunities for growth under a compre- hensive planning framework should be developed. DIRECTIVE: Support a level of development that is an extension of adjoining communities, but not in competition as an urban core. DIRECTIVE: Adopt planning strategies which foster a sense of identify at the neighborhood level. Residential Development FINDING: The adjoining communities contain desir- able residential characteristics that should be incorporated within the growth of the Foothill area. DIRECTIVE: Support the extension of adjacent residential land uses into perimeter areas where desirable and supported by required services. 85 West Valley Foothills Community Plan Study Area ,/' =.,--:~'~v--,-T?~-' ~NTANA SPHERE OF INFLUEN~ [L~P~ENT SIIE CITY OF RANCHO CUC CITY 0 :, . ~.-- : ' ~ APPRI rE 8 ALE SOURCE: County of 8,,n Bernarclino EXHIBIT 16 DIRECTIVE: Encourage new development to incor- porate design features that are compatible with the character of the adjacent community. FINDING: The Foothills possess desirable scenic qualities that should be preserved as residential growth occurs. DIRECTIVE: Establish land use strategies that will reduce the impact on the scenic quality of' the Foothills. Commercial Development FINDING: Community growth requires sufficient commercial opportunities to support the local daily requirements of its residents. DIRECTIVE:' Suitable standards should be imposed upon commercial development to assure compati- bility with the community. Public Services FINDING: Developmen~ will require adequate sup- port services which will need to be expanded with- in the planning area. DIRECTIVE: Encourage the development of support services and infrastructure in an orderly manner. Circulation FINDING: The present absence of development in the planning area provides an excellent opportun- ity to design a comprehensive and environmentally sensitive circulation system that responds to local and regional issues. DIRECTIVE: Protect the designed capacity of all arterials in the planning area. DIRECTIVE: Design a circulation system that ack- nowledges the objectives of adjoining community circulation systems. DIRECTIVE: Provide sufficient off-street perking for all new development. DIRECTIVE: Support the development of the Route 30 Corridor. 87 DIRECTIVE: Establish opportunities for alterna- tive transportation modes to supplement the pri- vate automobile. New Housing FINDING: There exists a need to provide new hous- ing that is diverse, attractive, sensitive to the environment and responsive to the requirements of all economic segments. DIRECTIVE: Provide living environments which offer a variety of lifestyle choices. FINDING: The hillside and canyons of the planning area are a valuable natural resource which should be protected. DIRECTIVE: Identify actions that would e~hance the natural beauty of canyons and natural drainage courses. FINDING: The West Valley Foothills support signi- ficant biological resources which~ should be pre- served to the greatest extent feasible. DIRECTIVE: Establish land use and landscape stra- tegies and standards to protect wildlife habitats and important vegetation. Preservation of Historic and Prehistoric Resources FINDING: Significant prehistoric, resources found in the West Valley Foothills are part of the beauty and environmental attractions of the County and shall be protected from damage or destruction. DIRECTIVE: Adopt land use strategies and stan- dards that protect important prehistoric resources from damage or destruction. Open Space FINDING: The network of undevelopable open space which currently characterizes the:planning area is a valuable resource which should be incorporated into the community's identity- DIRECTIVE: Maintain open space where flood, fire, geologic, seismic or noise conditions may endanger public health and safety and on utility corridors and transportation rights-of-way. 88 Community Recreation FINDING: Local recreation opportunities in the planning area are not adequate to serve the in- creased population growth and should be imple- mented. DIRECTIVE:. Provide additional recreational facili- ties within the community. Flood Control FINDING: Flood hazards within the planing area are significant and all feasible steps should be taken to reduce the threat to life and property caused by flooding. DIRECTIVE: Establish land use strategies and development standards to mitigate flooding hazards. DIRECTIVE: Adopt mandatory grading standards to control potential flooding problems associated with construction. Geologic FINDING: Portions of the planning area are crossed by earthquake faults and all feasible steps should be taken to reduce the threat to life and property from possible seismic activity. DIRECTIVE: Establish special seismic standards and restrictions on future development. Noise FINDING: The impact of excessive noise levels will increase as growth occurs within the planning area and all feasible steps should be taken to minimize its harmful effect on future residents. DIRECTIVE: Establish siting and cons=ruction standards to mitigate noise hazards from major traffic corridors. Community Design The Community Design section (Division 3) of the West Valley Foothills Community Plan contains the design features and development standards and guidelines which are intended to 89 regulate and guide development within the planning area. These guidelines and standards are presented in the context of the issues identified in the preceding discussion. Rele- vant portions of Division 3 are presented below. Transportation The Community Plan includes a circulation map which illustrates the backbone road system proposed for the area. The map indicates the general alignment for desired traffic movements in the area. These align- ments may be refined as detailed planning and prelim- inary engineering is completed. The construction of streets and roads meeting County standards is to be required with development of the area. No direct drive- way access to Day Creek Boulevard is to be permitted. (For a complete discussion of the planned and proposed vehicular circulation system, refer to Section VIII.A - Traffic and Circulation.) The Community Plan also addresses equestrian and hiking trails as alternative modes for circulation. Three such routes are depicted in the vicinity of the project site: (1) a north-south route along the Day Creek Channel, (2) an east-west route along 24th Street, and (3) along the utility easement north of the development site. Construction standards and guidelines are also included. ~ Landscaping Landscaping standards are intended to establish commun- ity wide criteria for the protection and enhancement of desirable natural features and the Screening of un- sightly land uses. Landscape materials and planting is required to be compatible and complementary to the local natural environment. Standards 'for the quantity and placement of landscape materials are included, along with irrigation requirements. Grading/Landform Alteration The grading standards included in the Community Plan are intended to reduce the visual impact of grading. The intention is to require that landform alteration blends with the natural terrain rather than interrupt it. All grading plans and permits are required to meet the established criteria and guidelines, unless a bet- ter way to blend with the natural terrain is available. 90 Visual Character Much of the identity and character of the West Valley Foothills is derived from its hillside setting 'and diverse topographic forms. The objective of these guidelines is similar to those of Landscape/Landform Alteration which is to provide methods of enhancing the area's natural resources as development occurs. The standards and guidelines identified by the County shall be met by all land use applications and permits that will lead to the construction of structures. Visual impacts perceived from roadways (existing and proposed) shall receive special consideration, not because they are considered more important than other view points but because they are the locations from which a large number of people will visually interpret the area. In many cases, these routes represent the only access to significant views. Two of the guidelines addressing site design and build- ing placement are especially relevant to the project. (1) Building materials and color schemes should blend with the natural landscape. Treated wood or mater- ial of a wood-like appearance, having the neces- sary fire retardent characteristics, are encour- aged for exterior surfaces. Where exterior stucco is used, it shall have a final coat of integrated color in a muted earth tone. Contrast color ac- cents shall be kept to a minimum, particularly on the view side. Room colors shall also be earth tones. (2) The project layout shoul4 provide a visual link with the surrounding environment by incorporating creeks, riparian corridors and stands of native trees, within the open space of the project. Natural Drainage Courses Natural drainage courses shall be preserved whenever practicable, consistent with the need to minimize flood and erosion hazards. Adequate building setbacks are preferred over undergrounding or open concrete lined channels. Stream banks shall be stabilized with land- scaping, rock or other materials that harmonize with the natural setting in order to contain flows and con- trol erosion. Parking and Storage Areas Parking and outside storage areas should be screened from view, to the maximum extent feasible. Screening 91 should be accomplished by utilizing existing topogra- phy, by the placement of buildings and structures, or by landscaping and plantings. Above Ground Utilities Utilities shall be constructed and routed underground except in those situations where natural features pre- vent the underground siting or where safety consider- ations necessitate above the ground construction and routing. Above ground utilities should be constructed and routed to minimize detrimental effects on the vis- ual setting of the designated area. Land Use Districts The land use districts of the Community Plan function as "zoning" for the property within the area. Permitted and conditional uses, development standards and permitted build- ing types are indicated for each district. The parcels of the project site, within the planning area,, are all desig- nated WF/SD - West Valley Foothills Special Development District. (The northernmost portions of the open space parcel are not located within 'the Community Planning area-) The intent of the Special Development District is to en- courage design flexibility with minimum disruption of the natural resources and amenities. The district allows a degree of design and development flexibility provided it is done in a manner consistent and compatible with the County General Plan and the applicable community or specific plan. The SD District provides for interim and support uses on large parcels of land. Except for interim uses, any devel- opment shall be subject to a planned unit development {PUD) application or similar application that provides for a planned development approach. Permitted interim land use types in the SD district include singlefamily residential dwellings and agriculture. Limited recreational uses and specialized agriculture are permitted subject to site approval. The community standards listed for this district require that projects developed under a PUD approach address the development of all properties within the project vicinity, as well as backbone street and drainage systems for the area. These projects are also expected to define neigh- borhood character by providing standards and. guidelines for landscaping and architecture. Any subdivision proposed without a PUD is limited to a 40-acre minimum lot size. 92 Rancho Cucamon~a Genera~ Plan The southerly parcel is located within the Rancho Cucamonga sphere of influence. The City's sphere encompasses 8,812 acres. As such, future development of this portion of the. property is guided by the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. Goals and Objectives The City's General Plan, following the more traditional approach, uses a series of goals and objectives to form the basis for the rest of the plan. Portions of these relevant - to the project site presented below. Land Use Use open spaces to create a visually pleasing environ- ment, as well as distinguish City and neighborhood boundaries Circulation Encourage an access controlled, high speed transpor- tation facility in the Foothill Freeway corridor. Recreation Site parks and recreational facilities in a manner which develops a sense of community scale and fosters orderly development and maximizes joint use of parks and school facilities. Community Design Protect and enhance the character of creeks and chan- nels. Maintain natural vegetative communities and dominant landscape elements unique to the City. Natural Resources/Open Space Protect areas capable of replenishing ground water supplies. Retain the natural drainage of the area as much as possible. Help to preserve lands having biological significance, especially riparian (i.e., water-related) areas and their associated woodland vegetation- Maintain open spaces to preserve lands with natural resource and scenic values. 93 Maintain open spaces where flood, fire, geologic and seismic conditions may endanger public health and safety. Land Use and Development The Land Use Plan of the City of Rancho Cucamonga depicts open space and low density residential uses (2-4 du/ac) with a requirement for a master plan on the project site (refer to Exhibit 17). The planning area "I" parcel is located outside the City's sphere of influence and planning area. The major difference between the County's land use plan for the area and that of the City is the designation of open space in the area north of Summit Avenue and south of 24th Street (planning areas "B" and "C" of the proposed project). The City envisions this area included in an eastward expansion of Chaffey Regional park. Applying the maximum of 4 du/ac to the site area so designated yields a maximum of 1,292 residential dwelling units on parcels A and D through H. (Refer to Table 2 in Section VII of this document for a tabulation of units by planning area.) The City currently has a deficiency of developed park land and has established policies to agressively acquire, develop and maintain additional park land to serve its residents. Among these policies is one to support the development of the proposed Chaffey Regional Park. As noted above, the City's plan designates a portion of the project site for regional park purposes. In addition, the City intends to provide new parks and upgrade existing parks to achieve an overall ratio of five acres per 1,000 population. The City requires developers to dedicate parks and/or pay in-lieu fees to achieve an adequate level of service. The City's Master Plan of Trails shows four routes on the project site, includes three east-west routes along Summit Avenue, 24th Street and the easement at the northern project boundary. In addition, a north-south route is depicted along.the Day Creek Channel. The master plan also indicates that the project site not designated open space is desig- nated an Equestrian/Rural area which means trails in the area should accommodate equestrian users. Additional poli- cies require that development in this area make provision for the keeping of farm animals. In the establishment of community design standards and guide- lines, the City evaluated several dominant forms in the area. Two of them are evident on the project site: natural 94 Cucamonga General Plan Figure Ill-1 INDUSTRIAL LAND USE PLAN · ~ ~.OUSTRIAL PARK ~ GENERAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL ~ HEAVY INDUSTRIAL t I VERY LOW < 2 t~u'~,~c [ : ;':] LOW 2-4DU'i/AC OPEN SPACE APPROXIMATE ECALE ~ ~ LOW-MEDIUM 4:eou't'/tc t I HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL 1"=1 lilLE ~ MEDIUM 8-~4 [3u'~Ac I * OPEN SPACE ~=,,;;;;] MEDIUM-HIGH 14-24DU's/AC t: · ] FLOOD CONTROL/UTiLITY COl ~ HIGH 24-30 ou's/~:: ~ SPECIAL BOULEVARD ® MASTER PLAN REQUIRED PUBLIC FACILITIES COMMERCIAL/OFFICE ~'~ EXISTING SCHOOLS ~ COMMERCIAL .F-~,, PROPOSED SCHOOLS' I I COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL I I PARKS'(EX~ST~G P~,RKS SHOWN I" I NEIGHBORHOOD COMM. t ° I CIVIC/COMMUNITY CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ~ REGIONAL COMMERCIAL GENERAL PLAN ~ OFFICE 95 80URCE.' City of Rancho Cuonmonga EXHIBIT 17 -- landforms, including creeks, channels, and natural vegeta- tion; and landmarks and historic points of reference (refer to Section VIII.F - Cultural Resources/Archaeology, regard- ing the Etiwanda Cairns). The City has adopted the follow- ing policies in this regard. A clearly defined edge between built and natural envi- ronments should be maintained along the City's northern boundary to provide a sharp visual distinction while maximizing visual contact with the natural environment and to enhance the break between alluvial plain and foothills. - The contrast between built form and the open space network that corresponds to creeks and channels and utility corridors should be emphasized. A distinct break between natural and introduced plant materials should be established in the foothills and other open space areas in one of two ways: (1) Locate landscaped areas (e.g., lawns, trees, patios, and gardens) in the interiors of housing clusters, with buildings separating introduced landscape materials from native vegetation and providing a sharp boundary between developed and open lands; or (2) Locate landscaped areas on the outer perimeter of housing clusters, separated from native vegetation by three to five foot high walls which act as physical and visual barriers. Both methods leave individual residents free to landscape their yard space in any manner they wish. Development along the open space network should be set back a sufficient distance to emphasize the open space quality. Specifically, with regard to the channels themselves, the City has as an objective to protect and enhance the char- acter of creeks and channels where feasible. Two policies which relate to this are: All creeks and channels should be improved as open space and recreational amenities in addition to their primary, water-carrying function. To provide a visual and experimental link with the surrounding environment, creeks and open space adjacent to channels should be landscaped to reflect the natural 96 riparian character of the foothill canyons when feasi- ble. Modifications for microclimatic differences be- tween City channels and foothill canyons should be made (i.e., more heat resistent, drought tolerant species should be used along channels). The State Route 30/Highland Avenue alignment at the southern property boundary is a designated scenic route from which the views southward are significant. Improvements along this corridor should consider such views, as well as those north to the mountains. The City has also adopted objectives and policies intended to conserve and manage the natural resources currently exist- ing in the City and its planning area. The resources in- clude: land, water, biological, open space, and energy. With respect to land resources, the'City has adopted poli- cies to minimize grading and erosion. These include retain- ing the natural vegetative cover, grading and landscaping in phased increments to minimize the exposure of bare earth. The objectives with regard to water resources are to protect areas capable of replenishing ground water supplies, to retain natural drainage areas as much as possible, and to encourage the conservation of water. The project site is not an area capable of significant ground water recharge, according to the City's General Plan. The biological resources occurring along streams and flood channels are of particular concern. A complete discussion of the resources existing on =he project site is found in Section VIII.C. That discussion includes an evaluation of the significance of on-site resources and the need for their preservation and/or conservation, in response to the objec- tives and policies of the General Plan. An open space designation is a primary response to land with environmental constraints (i.e., flood area, geologic hazard, sensitive resources, etc.). The City's General Plan proposes the use of open space for aesthetic and recreation purposes also. the adopted policies have resulted in the open space designation found on the Land Use Plan and stan- dards and guidelines to provide suitable transition from developed areas to open space. Pro~ect Impact The following discussion provides a summary of the potential impacts to the various planning documents which govern the subject property and are intended to guide development. 97 County Consolidated General Plan Land Use Element The proposed project is generally consistent with the land use designations adopted for the subject property. Neigh- borhood commercial uses can be permitted wit'hin areas which are designated as residential (i.e., RES). Therefore, no impacts are anticipated since the neighborhood commercial uses are consistent with the uses permitted by the General Plan. west Valley Foothills Community Plan Similarly, the proposed project is also consistent with the findings and directives adopted for this Community Plan. Specifically, the project does support a level of develop- ment that is an extension of adjoining communities (while not in competition as an urban core); it fosters a sense of identity at the neighborhood level and provides a signifi- cant residential base for the area. The Community Plan did find that community ,growth requires sufficient commercial opportunities. Although provisions for such a land use were not identified specifically for the site, the PUD does permit a variety of land uses, including commercial uses. In addition, future devel:opment will re- quire adequate support services. Such services do not gener- ally exist in the area but must be provided through a series of infrastructure improvements and extensions, including roadways, sewer and water services and flood control. Con- sistent with the finding that the absence of existing circu- lation facilities will allow the County to design a compre- hensive and environmentally sensitive system, the project proposes the establishment of a benefit area to ensure that the County's, as well as the City's circulation master plans are implemented to benefit the entire region~ A conflict does exist relative to the biological resources. The preservation of natural resources is a significant issue in the foothills; as such, significant biological resources should be preserved to the greatest extent feasible. Not only will implementation of the proposed project result in the elimination of Riversidian alluvial fan scrub, but it will also cause the destruction of an existing riparian area which supports stands of sycamores and willows. Specific biological resource impacts were described in Section VIII.C - Biological Resources. Similarly, historic and prehistoric resources were evaluated and the Etiwanda cairns which exist were determined not to be of significance. Thus, no impacts are anticipated to occur. The Planned Unit Development proposes community open space and recreational facilities in an area which is generally deficient in such features. Implementation of the facili- ties proposed will enhance the existing undeveloped open space. 98 Rancho Cucamonga General Plan With few exceptions, the proposed project is consistent with the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. Specifically, the pro- ject will meet many of the goals and objectives of the adopted long range plan, including the provision of a vis- ually pleasing environment, a distinctive residential neigh- borhood, adequate circulation corridors and infrastructure. However, some potential conflicts occur. As previously indicated in the assessment of impacts to the County's land use guidelines and policies, a riparian area in the northeasterly corner of the southerly element will be developed, resulting in the elimination of the existing vegetation and habitat. However, the entire 6?5-acre parcel to the north will be preserved as'permanent open space in order to "... maintain open spaces to preserve lands with natural resource and scenic value", consistent with .City policies. With regard to project consistency with the City's General Plan, a discrepancy exists: a commercial land use has not been designated within the subject property. Based on the adopted plan, it would appear that such a land use would require a General Plan Amendment (if the property were to be annexed to the City). In addition, the adopted Land Use Element reflects an open space category in the area where the proposed project has identified residential development (i.e., Planning Areas "B" and "C"). Based on such a pro- posal, it would seem that a similar amendment to the General Plan would be necessary (also predicated on an annexation into Rancho Cucamonga). It should also be pointed out that although the total number of dwelling units proposed by the applicant appears to be consistent with the number permitted under a maximum density development scenario (i.e., 4 du/ac), the City of Rancho Cucamonga has reviewed the plan and has indicated that the density proposed is higher than that which would be recom- mended for adoption. Concerns regarding grading, community design, density and aesthetics were identified aa signifi- cant factors in recommending a density of approximately 2.4 du/ac. Finally, the site which as been identified as an elementary school is not one identified by the City. Such a site was identified farther east of the subject property. However, the City's plan is conceptual in nature and intended to ensure that future provisions for needed public and insti- tutional services and facilities are not overlooked. 99 Mitigation Measures This section includes mitigation measures recommended to reduce impacts in regard to the relevant plains and programs of the County of San Bernardino. The West Valle~ Foothills Community Plan was adopted and includes standards which are intended to ~uide development in the community ~lan area. These development standards address land use, transporta- tion, housing, natural resources, safety, energy, environ- mental quality and other issues to ensure~ that both the environment and community settin~ are ~reserved. The ~ro- posed pro~ect shall be subject to all a~plicable development - standards and ordinances adopted by the County of San Bernar- dino for the West Yalley Foothills Community Plan area. Should annexation to the City of Rancho Cucamonga be con- sidered, additional measures in the areas of land use, com- munity design, and conservation and open space would be required in accordance with the impact discussion presented in the previous section. The following list of recommended mitigation measures are organized following the table of contents of the proposed development plan. Land Use 1. The 675-acre northern element (i.e., Planning Area I) shall be preserved as natural open space, with no residential development rights. Circulation 2. State Route 30/Highland Avenue is identified as a scenic corridor. The development plan shall include measures to protect its viewshed. These measures shall be the responsibility of the a~pli- cant and shall include: a. Design all development to blend into the natural landscape, incorporating variabale setbacks, mulit~le orientations and other site ~lannin~ techniques to avoid the appear- ance of a solid line of development. b. Landscaping shall be compatible with the local environment and shall not obstruct significant views when installed or when reachin~ maturity. 100 Public Services and Facilities The Upper Etiwanda Creek Watershed Area Drainage and Flood Control AnalYsis has identified the general na- ture and extent of regional flood control, improvements which will be necessary to protect the area. Some regional facilities have been approved and/or construc- ted. 3. The nature and extent of on-site storm drain and flood control facilities shall be required to ensure the provision of adequate flood protection. When detailed flood control plans and preliminary engi- neering studies become available, the capability of the proposed improvements to adequately protect development areas and meet the County's requirements should be carefully evaluated. 4. The project applicant shall participate in all improvements as determined necessary to provide adequate sewer, water, fire, police, schools and health services and facilities which may be re- quired by the responsible agencies. Community Design 5. The landscape plan prepared for the project should respond in a comprehensive manner to the plant materials, landscape and mitigation standards and guidelines established by the County. 6. The grading plan shall meet all standards and guidelines of the West Valley Foothills Community Plan and other relevant ordinances. Conservation and Open Space 7. Several mitigation measures have been identified in Section VIII.C (Biological Resources). Specifi- cally, refer to Nos. 2 and 3. Implementation of either one of these measures will be required to ensure that project-related impacts to the ripar- ian resources are mitigated to a level of non sig- nificance. Level of Significance After Mitigation Implementation of the mitigation measures listed above would reduce all land use/relevant planning impacts to an accep- table level (i.e., non-significance). 101 F. Cultural Resources/Archaeology A Cultural Resources Investigation was conducted by the firm of Hatheway & McKenna to determine the presence of histori- cal and/or archaeological resources which may exist on the subject property. One historic site, CA-SBR-4946(H), is the subject of the Cultural Resources Investigation. The conclu- sions and recommendations regarding that site and included in that report are summarized in this section. That report and its findings and conclusions have been incorporated into this Draft EIR by reference in accordance with Section 15150 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Copies of the Cultural Re- sources Investigation are available for review at the County of San Bernardino, Department of Planning, 385 North Arrow- head Avenue (3rd Floor), in the City of San Bernardino. Current Status The San Bernardino County Museum Archaeolog%cal Information Center has determined that the subject property and sur- rounding area are highly sensitive for historic resources, moderately sensitive for historic structures and have a low sensitivity for prehistoric remains relative to the presence of cultural materials. A records search was conducted through the San Bernardino County Museum Archaelogical Information Center which identi- fied several previous reports which had been filed for inves- tigations conducted within a one-mile radius of the subject property. The records check resulted in the identification of one prehistoric isolate and one possible prehistoric food processing site (P-1081-5) within one mile of the project area. In addition, one historic site CA-SBR-4946(H), two pending historic sites (the L.A. to Cajon pass Road and the Garcia Ranch House site), and four possible historic sites are associated with the project area and the one mile radius surrounding it. Finally, there are three structures older than 50 years in the vicinity, and one California Point of Historical Interest (the Garcia Ranch House). Based on the information provided by the records check, it was determined that the likelihood of discovering prehia- toric remains within the project site is poor (i.e., low sensitivity) while the potential for finding structural remains is moderate. However, the identification of other historical remains is high due to the diverse array of fea- tures which have been constructed from rock cobble. As previously indicated, the scope of the investigation undertaken by Hatheway & McKenna centers on the rock cairns identified by Lerch (1982). Prior to Lerch's recordation of site CA-SBR-4946(H), it had been previously recorded as an 102 Historical Point of Interest to the City of Rancho Cuca- monga. In 1982, this site was described by Lerch as "... twelve rectangular rock cairns of unknown function ... Also, it has not been determined who built them or why they were built". Site CA-SBR-4946(H) is located southwest of the intersection of 24th Street and Hanley Avenue in Etiwanda. Sixteen fea- tures, identified as rock "cairns", were recorded and mapped during the field investigation. In addition, a small concen- tration of historic artifacts (e.g., ceramics, glass, and metal) was also identified north of Feature 7, covering an area of less than 60 square feet. The sizes and config- urations of each varied, but all appeared to have served one, or possibly more, basic functions. It would appear that the most logical historic use of these features, as suggested by Hatheway & McKenna, was: 1. Use of rocks on-site, including gathering of rocks for agricultural, irrigation, or water channeling purposes; and/or 2. Use of rocks off-site, including collection of rocks for removal from the site (e.g., for off- site construction). The 16 features of CA-SBR-4946(H) include 13 which are com- prised of smaller rock concentrations; the remaining three appear to be segments of a larger, elongated east/west rock alignment paralleling 24th Street. The vegetation and ground surface north of this alignment are approximately two and one-half feet higher than the surface to the south, suggesting that this alignment, not believed to be a natural barrier, may have served to halt erosion along the flood plain. Each of the 16 features of the rock cairns has been mapped and described in the cultural resources investiga- tion. The 16 rock features and single artifact scatter appear to be rock concentrations collected for the purposes of clearing and/or rock gathering for construction purposes. Although there may be some evidence that at least three of the features were used for water control or control of ero- sion along the plain, such use would be considered to be haphazard at best. Several points are evident, based on the cultural resources investigation: (1) the rock cairns are not structural features and they are not associated with any known struc- tural features on-site; and (2) they are not associated in terms of use or function as a unit and they do not represent 103 unusual or unique methods of construction/design or use of materials. They do, in fact, look like and probably repre- sent simple piles of rocks collected for construction pur- poses off-site. As previously indicated, historic artifacts associated with CA-SBR-4946(H) were located only in the vicinity of Feature 7. The artifact assemblage comprising Feature 7a suggests that this site was a temporary habitation/campsite occupied by a limited number of individuals for a very short period of time. It is likely that this location was inhabited by at least two individuals, but no more than 10 persons, for a period of less than two working weeks. The contents of the containers recovered from this location (e.g., metal, cera- mic and glass artifacts) suggest that the inhabitants con- sumed foods and/or medicines prepared elsewhere and little or no food preparation was carried out on-site. The arti- facts also suggest that the site was occupied around 1916, although it is possible that actual habitation/occupation could have occurred between 1900 through 1930 based on the standard deviation. The majority of artifacts collected date from the period extending from 1910 to 1920 and that more recent artifacts (e.g., beer bottles, etc.) were almost certainly deposited at a point in time different from that of the original occupation/deposit. Therefore, if it is to be assumed that the artifact assemblage ~associated with Feature 7a is also associated with the rock cairns as a unit, then a tentative date of 1916 could be assigned as a date of construction for the cairns themselves. The Etiwanda Cairns appear to have been identified first in 1969 by Robert L. Hickox, chairman of Rancho Cucamonga His- toric Preservation Commission who, in 1982, initiated the process to officially designate the features as an historic resource. On January 5, 1983, despite several letters ex- pressing professional concern regarding the significance of the Etiwanda Rock Cairns, at the request of. the City's His- toric Preservation Commission, the Rancho Cucamonga City Council formally passed, approved and adopted the Etiwanda Rock Cairns as City Historic Landmark No. 8.. In particular, the cairns were listed as having an unknown function; how- ever, they are listed by the City as a possible burial site. In summary, based upon a detailed review of archival infor- mation and the results of a field reconnaissance, it has been concluded that the Etiwanda Rock Cairns are simply rock piles or granite "potatoes", stockpiled for the purpose of off-site construction. Further, they are most likely asso- ciated with irrigation systems construction~activity immedi- ately following the 1916 flood which devastated most of the San Bernardino area. Although in conflict.with the City of Rancho Cucamonga action to designate the site as an historic landmark, the findings and conclusions discussed in this 104 section and in the appended report are based on an exhaus- tive archival search and field investigation and appear to provide a clear and concise assessment of the origin and past use of the features which are the subject of the inves- tigation. Project Impact Based on published Federal and State criteria for deter- mining the significance of historic resources, it is con- cluded that the Etiwanda Rock Cairns [CA-SBR-4946(H)] are - not eligible to be included on the National Register of Historic Places. This conclusion is based on four criteria summarized below: 1. Significant Events The cairns do not appear to be directly associated with a significant event which is part of a broad pattern of history. 2. Significant Individuals No significant individual can be directly associated with the rock cairns. The property was never developed as a homestead and no residential unit ever appears to have been constructed on it. 3. Distinctive Characteristics The rock cairns are not constructed of a material unique to the region. Rather the rock cobble is a common form of (historic) building material in the area. 4. Potential to Yield Significant Information The rock cairns have a very low potential to yield significant archaeological information. This is sup- ported by the fact that there is no documentary evi- dence to suggest that an historic archaeological site ever existed on the property. Based on the most recent records search, field investigation and research, it is recommended that the Etiwanda Rock Cairns not be regarded as potentially eligible to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places and, further, that consideration should be given to removing them from the listing of City of Rancho Cucamonga Historic Landmarks and Points of Interest. 105 .- As a result of the findings of the historic archaeological report, it has been concluded that the implementation of either the proposed development plan or any Other which may be proposed for the subject property, will not have an ad- verse impact on historic cultural resources within the pro- ject area. Although project implementation~will result in the destruction of the 16 features (including the artifact assemblage), no significant, adverse impacts .will result. Mitigation Measures No further research or field investigation appears necessary to document the historic significance of the Etiwanda Rock Cairns. However, in consideration of the fact that they were previously listed as a local landmark (and possible burial site), the following mitigation measure shall be implemented if the proposed project is approved to assure local individuals and special interest groups that every effort has been made to protect the integrity of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Landmarks. 1. A qualified archaeologist shall be retained to be on-site during any grading activity which may alter or destroy the cairns. The archaeologist shall have the authority to temporarily halt grad- ing/demolition if any historic or prehistoric resources are encountered until such time as those resources are evaluated for significance and appro- priate mitigation measures are formulated. Level of Significance After Mitigation No significant impacts will occur as a result of project implementation. The requirement to monitor grading opera- tions will also ensure that any cultural and/or historic resources which may exist can be identified and appropriate measures can be implemented to mitigate the potential im- pacts to those resources. G. Sewer Facilities and Service Current Status Two agencies are responsible for providing sewer collection and treatment: Chino Basin Municipal Water District (CBMWD) and the Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD). The respon- sibilities of, and services provided by each are described below. Chino Basin Municipal Water District is involved in four primary service programs, including (1) regional domestic wastewater treatment and disposal, (2) non-reclaimable waste- water collection and disposal, (3) importation of supple- mental water and (4) water resources management within the Chino groundwater basin. CBMWD currently provides treatment and disposal of sewage generated within its region. Regional Plant (RP) No. 1, which provides full tertiary treatment, has a design capa- city of 32 million gallons per day (MGD); that facility is currently operating at 31 MGD. Treated effluent is dis- charged in the Santa Aha River. Although RP No. 1 is now operating near its design capacity, the District has the capability to divert sewage flows into the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County facilities (Hackney, CBMWD). Based on future projections and need determined by contrac- ting agencies, RP No. 1 will be expanded in mid-1990. The expansion program will result in the addition of 12 MGD. Upon completion, that facility will have the capability provide 44 MGD of full tertiary treatment. Plans by the District to construct a new sewage treatment plant have been approved. The new facility, Regional Plant No. 4, will be located near the intersection of Etiwanda Avenue and 7th Street and will be served by the Etiwanda trunk, owned by the City of Fontana and the CCWD (Hackney, CBMWD). The site has been purchased and the District is anticipating that the treatment plant will be on-line in 1992-93 (Hackney, CBMWD). RP No. 4 will have a 7.5 MGD capacity upon completion of the first phase. That facility will ultimately accommodate 22 MGD and have full tertiary treatment. It will be this facility which will serve the subject site and environs. The responsibility of collecting raw sewage rests with the Cucamonga County Water District. CCWD is a contracting agency to the CBMWD for sewage treatment and disposal. No sewer trunk or lateral facilities currently exist in the area which could be utilized to serve the subject property. In 1987, Cucamonga County Water District completed its sewer master plan, using as the basis the West Valley Foothills 107 Community Plan densities adopted by the Count of San Bernar- dino. Camp, Dresser & McKee, the firm which prepared the District's master plan, projected facilities needs based on a 25 percent increase in the adopted (West Valley Foothills Community Plan) densities, as directed by the District (Cline, CCWD). The CCWD is currently constructing a new water treatment facility. The East Side Water Treatment Plant, located at the southeast corner of Etiwanda Avenue and 24th Street, is expected to be completed on May of 1989 and online in August of that year. The facility, when completed, will treat State Water Project water for distribution to users within the jurisdiction of the CCWD. Pro~ect Impact According to officials of the CBMWD, that agency is obli- gated to provide sewage treatment to each of its contracting agencies (Hackney, CBMWD). In order to ensure that an ade- quate level of service is available to the contracting agen- cies, the Cucamonga County Water District (i~e., the respon- sible sewer agency in the project environs) provides the CBMWD information on demand by way of their annual 10-year need projections. These projections are prepared by CCWD and based on existing and future projects over that period of time. The lO-year projections are then used by the CBMWD to determine the nature and extent of any needed expansion programs to accommodate new development. Sewage generation resulting from project implementation has been estimated, based on the standard CCWD sewage generation rate of 270 gallons per day per household (assuming 2.9 persons per' household). Although a phasing plan has not been prepared for the proposed project, sewage generation has been calculated for each planning unit. Table 12 re- flects future sewage generation which is anticipated to occur from project implementation. : As can be seen from the information contaihed in Table 12, 349,110 gallons per day will be generated by the proposed project at ultimate buildout at the densities proposed. This assumes a 10 percent density bonus will be permitted by the County of San Bernardino if such amenities as parks, schools, trails, community services and other features are integrated into the proposed project, without such a den- sity bonus, the 1,174 dwelling units proposed by the Univer- sity/Crest project would result in the generation of 316,980 gallons of sewage per day at ultimate buildout. 108 Table 12 Project-Related Sewage Generation1 Planning No of. Generation Rate Project-Related Area Dwelling Units (GPD/DU) Generation 26A 199 270 29,430 GPD 26B 178 270 48,060 GPD 26C 127 270 34,290 GPD - 26D 172 270 46,440 GPD 26E 305 270 82,350 GPD 26F 185 270 49,950 GPD 26G 62 270 16,740 GPD 26H 136 270 36,720 GPD 26I 19 270 5,130 GPD Total 1,293 270 349,110 GPD 1 Project phasing is not available. Table 12 has been pre- sented to quantify sewage generation for both the CCWD and CBMWD for planning purposes. SOURCE: Cucamonga County Water District Environmental Perspectives According to officials of both the Chino Basin Municipal Water District and Cucamonga County Water District, no signi- ficant impacts are anticipated as a result of project imple- mentation (Hackney, CBMWD and Cline, CCWD). This is due to the fact that the project is consistent with the density allocations established by the West Valley Foothills Commun- ity Plan and were the basis for the preparation of the CCWD Sewer Master Plan which was completed in 1987. As previ- ously indicated, the facilities proposed by.that master plan are based on a 25 percent increase in the densities per- mitted on the community plan. Further, according to the District's Master Plan, 40,300 dwelling units are projected in the year 1995 to exist with- in the CCWD boundaries. Based on that figure, a total of approximately 10.9 MGD of sewage will be generated within the District. Those figures will increase to 60,127 dwel- ling units and 16.2 MGD of sewage by the year 2015. Sewage generated by the proposed project at ultimate buildout repre- sents approximately three and two percent of the sewage forecasts for those years, respectively. As previously indicated, RP No. 4 will have an ultimate full tertiary capacity of 22 MGD. Assuming the master planned facilities are constructed, no significant are anticipated, either by the proposed projects or for future development (i.e., cumu- lative projects). 109 - Mitigation Measures The following mitigation measures shall be irequired of the project applicant: 1. The project sponsor will be required to extend CCWD facilities in accordance with the adopted District Master Plan. Further, all in-tract sewer facilities will be the responsibility of the pro- ject sponsor. 2. In order to ensure that treatment plant capacity is available, the project applicant shall provide the CCWD with a phasing plan in a timely fashion so that CCWD is able to include project plans in their 10-year projections. These 10-year projec- tions shall be forwarded to the CBMWD for use in future planning. Several measures intended to reduce the consumption of water and, thus, reduce the generation of wastewater are identi- fied below. 3. Implement low-flush toilets (California Health & Safety Code Section 17921.3). 4. Implement low flow showers and faucets (California Administrative Code Title 24, Part 6, Article 1, T20-1406F). 5. Landscape with low water-consumingI plants wherever feasible. 6. Install efficient irrigation systems which mini- mize runoff and evaporation and ma'ximize the water which will reach the plant roots- Drip irriga- tion, soil moisture sensors and automatic irri- gation systems are a few methods of increasing irrigation efficiency. 7. Use pervious paving material whenever feasible to reduce surface water runoff and aid in ground water recharge. Level of Significance After Mitigation Implementation of the mitigation measures identified above will ensure that project-related impacts will be reduced to a level of non-significance. No adverse cumulative impacts will occur. IX. BIBLIOGRAPHY Michael Brandman Associates, Inc., "Air Quality Impact Assessment for University/Canyon Crest Project", May 10, 1988. Michael Brandman Associates, Inc., "Biological Re- sources Assessment for University/Crest Planning Area Planned Unit Development", May 1988. Michael Brandman Associates, Inc., "Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report -- Rancho Etiwanda Planned Unit Development", June 1988. Michael Brandman Associates, Inc., "Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report .-- Fourth Street Rock Crush- er/Day Creek Sand and Gravel Mining Operation and Reclama- tion Plan", May 1986. Hans D. Giroux, "Noise Study - University/Crest Pro- perry, North Etiwanda/Day Creek Planning Area", May 17, 1988. Hatheway & McKenna, "Historical and Archaeological Investigations of The Etiwanda Rock Cairns - CA-SBR-2926 (H)", October 13, 1988. Kunzman Associates, "Etiwanda/Day Canyon Traffic Study", December 9, 1987. Kunzman Associates, "North Etiwanda Study Area Traffic Analysis", August 1, 1988. Land/Plan/Design Group, "Development Plan W121-49 - University/Crest Property North Etiwanda Day Creek Planning Area", June 13, 1988. Bill Mann & Associates, "Upper Etiwanda Creek Watershed Area Drainage and Flood Control Analysis", October 1988. City of Rancho Cucamonga, "Etiwanda Specific Plan" July 1983. City of Rancho Cucamonga, "General Plan", April 1981. Gary S. Rasmussen & Associates, "Engineering Geology and Subsurface Investigations Approximately 300 Acres Por- tion of Sections 20 and 29 T1N, R6W, SBB&M North of Rancho Cucamonga, California", June 8, 1987. Gary S. Rasmussen & Associates, "Engineering Geology and Subsurface Investigations Approximately 150-Acre Addi- tion N 1/4 of Section 20 T1N, R6W, SBB&M North of Rancho Cucamonga, California", March 22, 1988. 111 County of San Bernardino, Office of Planning, "West Valley Foothills Community Plan", December 28, 1983. County of San Bernardino, Office of ~Planning, "West Valley Foothills Community Plan Final EIR", November 21, 1983. 112 X. PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS CONTACTED San Bernardino County Land Management Department Mr. Michael Lerch, Senior Planner Mr. Neal E. Osborne, Planner Ms. Terri Rahhal, Planner San Bernardino County Flood Control District Mr. Ken Mashburn City of Rancho Cucamonga Ms. Miki Bratt, Associate Planner Mr. Larry Henderson, Senior Planner Mr. Charles B. Mackey, Associate Civil Engineer Mr. William J. Silva, P. E., Deputy Civil Engineer Chino Basin Municipal Water District Mr. Gary Hackney Cucamonga County Water District Mr. Jim Cline Land/Plan/Design Group Mr. Jess Harris Mr. Steve Kelley Kunzman Associates Mr. John Kain, AICP Hatheway & McKenna Mr. Roger Hatheway Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. Mr. H. Lee Jones, Ph.D. Hans D. Giroux, Noise Consultant Mr. Hans D. Giroux William Mann & Associates Mr. Hill Mann 113 APPENDIX A INITIAL S~UD~/NOP AND RESPONSES APPENDIX B DETAILED TRAFFIC ANALYSIS NORTH ETIWANDA STUDY AREA TRAFFIC ANALYSIS Table of Contents Section Paqe No. 1. Findings ............................................... 2 - Existing Traffic Conditions - Traffic Impacts - Mitigation Measures 2. Study Area Description .................. , ............... 4 - Location - Proposed Development 3. Existing Traffic Conditions ............................ 6 - Surrounding Street System -~ - Existing Travel Lanes and Intersection,Controls - Daily Traffic Volumes - Existing Intersection Capacity Utilization - Existing Circulation Plans 4. Study Area Traffic .................................... 18 - Traffic Generation - Traffic Distribution and Assignment - "Pass Through" Traffic 5. Cumulative Traffic Conditions ......................... 53 - Cumulative Daily Traffic Volumes - Cumulative Intersection Capacity Utilization - Traffic Signal Warrants 6. Internal Circulation ................................... 61 - Internal Design Guidelines for Residential Development - Residential Design Guidelines for Fire Safety and Emergency Access - Internal Design Guidelines for Commercial Development - Commercial Access Design Guidelines Appendix Appendix A - Explanation and Calculation of Intersection Capacity Utilization List of Fi lures Figure No. Title Paqe No. i Existing Number of Through Travel Lanes and Intersection Controls ........................ 10 2 Existing Daily Traffic Volumes ............... 11 3 Etiwanda Specific Plan Street System ......... 12 4 West Valley Foothill Plan Street System ...... 13 5 City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Circulation .................................. 14 6 County of San Bernardino General Plan Circulation .................................. 15 7 North Etiwanda Street System (Without Route 30 Freeway) ................... 16 8 North Etiwanda Street System (With Route 30 Freeway) ...................... 17 9 Traffic Zones ................................ 25 10 Zone i Traffic Distribution ................. 26 11 Zone 2 Traffic Distribution ................. 27 12 Zone 3 Traffic DistributIon ................. 28 13 Zone 4 Traffic Distribution ................. 29 14 Zone 5 Traffic Distribution ................. 30 15 Zone 6 Traffic Distribution ................. 31 16 Zone 7 Traffic Distribution .................. 32 17 Zone 8 Traffic Distribution .................. 33 18 Zone 9 Traffic Distribution .................. 34 19 Zone 10 Traffic Distribution ................. 35 20 Zone 11 Traffic Distribution ................. 36 21 Zone 12 Traffic Distribution ................ 37 22 Zone 13 Traffic Distribution ................ 38 23 Zone 14 Traffic Distribution .... . ............ 39 24 Zone 15 Traffic Distribution ................ 40 25 Zone 16 Traffic Distribution ... ............ 41 26 Zone 17 Traffic Distribution ............... 42 27 Zone 18 Traffic Distribution ............... 43 28 Zone 19 Traffic Distribution ................ 44 29 Zone 20 Traffic Distribution .. ~ Traffic Distribution ' 46 30 Zone 21 ................ 31 Zone 22 Traffic Distribution ................ 47 32 Zone 23 Traffic Distribution ................. 48 33 Zone 24 Traffic Distribution ................. 49 34 Zone 25 Traffic Distribution ................. 50 35 Link Locations ............................... 51 36 Future "Pass Through" Traffic Estimates ...... 52 37 Future Daily Traffic Volumes ................. 58 38 Recommended N,~er ~f Future ThrOugh Travel Lanes and Intersection Controls .............. 59 39 Intersection Analysis Locations .............. 60 List of Tables Table No. Title Paqe No. i Existing Intersection Capacity Utilization and Lane Geometrics ........................... 9 2 Traffic Generation Rates ...................... 20 3 Land Use Estimates By Zone .................... 21 4 Trips Generated By Zone ....................... 22 5 Daily Link Volume Calculation for Zones i to 13 ................................. 23 6 Daily Link Volume Calculation for Zones 14 to 25 ................................ 24 7 Daily Roadway Capacity Estimates .............. 55 8 Future Intersection Capacity Utilization and Recommended Lane Geometrics ................... 56' 9 Traffic Signal Warrants ....................... 57 NORTH ETIWANDA - STUDY AREA TRAFFIC ANALYSIS This report contains the traffic analysis for 'the North Etiwanda Study Area located north of Highland Avenue, West of the Devote Freeway, and east of the Day Creek Channel in the County of San Bernardino and in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The cumulative impact of anticipated ultimate development in the area is evaluated in this study. The traffic report contains documentation of existing traffic conditions, traffic generated by the projects in the study area, distribution of this traffic to roads in =the area, and an analysis of future traffic conditions. Each of these topics is contained in a separate section of the report. The first section is "Findings", and subsequent sections expand upon the findings. In this way, information on any particular aspect of the study can be easily located by the reader~ 1. Findin Is This section s,,m~arizes the existing traffic conditions, traffic impacts, and the proposed mitigation measures. Existing Traffic Conditions a. The study area is partially developed at present, but does not generate significant traffic volumes. b. Arterial roadWays.in the vicinity are at present only - partially improved. c. The arterial system is incomplete at present. d. Existing roadways in the vicinity are currently operating at acceptable service levels. e. Substantial additional development in the study area is currently being planned. Traffic Impacts a. The proposed land uses in the study area generally consist of single family detached residences, commercial uses, and elementary/junior high schools. b. Projects in the study area will generate 163,720 daily vehicle trips, 15,380 of which occur during the evening peak hour. c. The future circulation network evaluated in this study basically incorporates the Etiwanda Specific Plan alignment for New 24th Street which is designed to divert traffic from S,,~mit Avenue. The proposed network also incorporates collector streets shown on t-he West Valley Foothill Plan. d. In accordance with a recently adopted amendment to the City of Rancho Cucamonga's General Plan Circulation Element, Etiwanda Avenue north of 24th Street is realigned to ~he west of its present alignment so that Etiwanda Avenue creates two "T" intersections with 24th Street. e. For cumulative conditions, intersections in the wicinity will operate at a Level of Service D or better with recommended improvements (see Table 8). 2 f. The proposed ultimate circulation network will include crossings of Day Creek Channel from S~m~it Avenue to Banyan Avenue and from future 24th Street to Willson Avenue. Mitiqation Measures The following measures are recommended to mitigate the impact of the project on traffic circulation: a. Construct Day Creek Boulevard as a four lane roadway north of Highland Avenue to 24th Street. b. Construct the collector streets contained within the project boundary to provide access to Etiwanda Avenue and the 24th Street extension. c. Maintain a high level of service along the secondary arterials and collector streets in the area by restricting parking and controlling access. d. Traffic signals and STOP signs should be installed when warranted as indicated on Figure 38. e. Landscape plantings and signs should beilimited in height in the vicinity of driveways to assure good visibility. 2. Study Area Description This section discusses the study area location, proposed development, and traffic characteristics of such development. Location The study area is located north of Highland Avenue, west of the Devote Freeway, and east of the Day Creek Channel in the County of San Bernardino and in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. _ Proposed Develonment The study area is generally proposed to be developed with single family detached residences, commercial uses, and elementary/junior high schools. The study area includes the following projects= - Rancho Etiwanda - The Crest - The Heights - The Hills - The Summit . - The Highlands - The Point - Hunters Ridge The following describes the proposed land uses from a traffic engineering viewpoint= Sinale Family Detached Dwellinqs= The primary market for these units will be families with children. As a result, peak .traffic volumes will occur during home-to-work and work-to-home trips. Child-related trips such as home-to-school or home-to- Little League are also a significant factor in the daily trip generation, but they have a smaller influence on peak hour volumes. Multi-Family Residential= Peak traffic volumes occur in the morning and evening when inhabitants are going to and from work. Mid-day volumes are quite often shopping oriented or child related, such as home-to-school and home-to-Little League. Commercial Retail= Neighborhood or community.shopping centers of this type are characterized by a large number of short duration trips throughout the day. Their typical late morning opening times produce only minor traffic volumes during the morning peak hour. Commercial Office: offices will have pronounced peak traffic during the morning and evening peak hour periods as employees arrive and leave. Elementary and Middle School: As a result of their late morning starting and early afternoon quitting times, they do not appreciably effect the street peak hour traffic flow. On a daily basis, student drop-off and pick-up will generate more traffic than teachers co~uting. 5 3. Existin l Traffic Conditions The traffic conditions as they exist today are discussed below and illustrated in Figures i and 2. ~ Street System Existing roadways that will be utilized by traffic from the development include Etiwanda Avenue and Highland Avenue. In the vicinity of ~he study area, ~hese are ~he roadway conditions= _ Etiwanda Avenue= Etiwanda Avenue is an existing north/south arterial which is constructed with curbs and gutters south of 23rd Street with a travelway width of 40 feet. North of 23rd Street, Etiwanda is a paved two lane undivided roadway with a pavement width varying from 15 to 20 feet, no shoulders, and a vertical alignment which follows the terrain. Hiahland Avenue (State ~oute 30}= This is a two lane east- west ~ollector street in the v~ci~ity of the study area. Immediately to the west of the existing Day Creek Bridge, the vertical profile of the roadway undulates slightly, affecting sight distances to some degree. Highland Avenue connects with the Devore Freeway to the east and with Haven Avenue to the west. The existing daily traffic volume in the vicinity is approximately 7,500 vehicles per day. Existina Travel Lanes and Intersection Controls Figure i identifies the existing roadway conditions for arterials near the study area. The number of through lanes on each roadway and the existing intersection controls are .identified. As can be seen on Figure 1, existing roadways in the vicinity are 2 lanes and all traffic control devices are 2- way stops. Daily Traffic Volumes Figure 2 depicts the average daily two-way traffic volumes. Traffic volumes were obtained from ~he City of Rancho Cucamonga, County of San Bernardino, and the 1987 Traffic Volumes on State Hiqhways from CalTrans. Existinq Intersection Capacity Utilization The technique used to assess the operation of an intersection is known as Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU). To calculate an ICU the volume of traffic using the intersection is compared to the capacity of. the intersection. ICU is usually expressed 6 as a percent. The percent represents that portion of the hour required to provide sufficient capacity to accommodate all intersection traffic if all approaches operate~ at· capacity. The ICU's for existing intersections in the vicinity are shown in Table 1. Existing ICU's are based uponlmanual peak hour turning movement counts made by Kunzman Associates in January, 1987. An explanation of ICU is included in Appendix A. Intersections in the vicinity operate withinlacceptable limits in the evening peak hour for existing traffic conditions. Existinq Circulation Plans Plans for the ultimate circulation system within the study area are covered under several planning documents, namely, the Etiwanda Specific Plan, the West Valley Foothill Community Plan, the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, and the County of San Bernardino General Plan. The plans are shown on Figures 3 to 6. Highland Avenue is identified as a frontage road to the future Route 30 Freeway on the Etiwanda Specific Plan and is sized as a . collector street. Highland Avenue would be built to Major Divided Arterial standards if Route 30 is not developed into a freeway. Route 30 Freeway interchanges are proposed at Day Creek Boulevard and East Avenue.. The Etiwanda Specific Plan proposes that Day Creek Boulevard should be extended into the study area as a secondary arterial. New 24th Street parallels the Plan's boundary as a secondary arterial, and eventually connects with Cherry Avenue at the freeway interchange on Interstate 15. Upper Summit Avenue east of 24th Street is proposed as a secondary arterial as it connects to Duncan Canyon Road along the Plan's eastern boundary. East Avenue enters the study area as a secondary arterial. As shown on both the Etiwanda Specific Plan and City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Circulation, Etiwanda Avenue south of 24th Street is to be maintained at its current width and design (i.e. 2 lane roadway with on-street parking). North of 24th Street along the base of the foothills, the West Valley Foothills Community Plan proposes an east/west collector. However, the Hunters Ridge project in the City of Fontana proposes a loop from Cherry Avenue to Coyote Creek Road and does not include a crossing of the San Sevaine Wash for an east/west collector. Figures 7 and 8 illustrate the circulation network analyzed i~ this study without the Route 30 Freeway and with the Route 30 Freeway respectively. The circulation system considered is generally that shown on the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Circulation with modifications as discussed in the preceding paragraphs. 8 Ink-Jet, actium Approach lanes (1) Hour ~.io~ TRt Lt TRt Lt TRt Lt TRt Lt PM -~'~ ~'~'~ ~ ~~-x,---~,~ ~n~tAvenue 0 0 28 ~) ~v~ (m~ ~o o ~o 0 ~o o ~o o HighLm-~Avenue (~9 10 0 0 0 10 0 ~_iwanda Avenue ~) ~=~ (m)' ~~v~(~ ~o o o o (1) ~ a Fi~t.~ ~.~i~t~,. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~i~ (2) ~~ ~i~ 9 Figure 1 Existing Number of Through Travel Lanes and Intersection Controls Coyote Creek Road 2 Summit Avenue Futura Day Creek Boulevard Leg. end I a 2- Number of Through Travel Lanes ~- Stop Sign I Figure 2 Existing Dally Traffic Volumes Coyote Creek Road Summit Avenue 5OO Future Day Creek Boulevard /p,.~enrl I 300- Vehicles Per Day I Locust ~ ,'2~00 000 rose Avenue Figure 3 Etiwanda Specific Plan Street System ~ '~]2 . ' _ ~.~ ~ ~ ~ Freeway Access ~ ~'" ~ Major Arterial / / ~ Secondary Arterial ~ :~:?,?,',?,',',', Special Design ~~-~v _.. -/ ~ ,,,,, Collector ~/ I ~ Local Streets F!gure 4 West Valley Foothill Plan Street System · ! '(PROPOSED) I ~ ''' i..~... ; --'~ ...... ~1' .,' · i , / /q (PROPOSED) '' V ×'"-' .......... i 1 : ~-- LEGEND l I ~: r ~ .~. ~ l I - mi ' ~ /iRO~D TYPE, I * I B I C I D I SYMBOL I/I Figure 5 City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Circulation I ~-e,clend PROPOSED R.O.W. LOCATION COLLECTOR ......... SECONDARY ......... MAJOR ARTERIAL .......... MAJOR DIVIDED .......... ARTERIAL Figure 6 County of San Bemardino General Plan Circulation ........ ~,~ A~ -.--;' .. ~'A~:. · . LeAend FREEWAY D~VIDED MAJOR MAJOR SECONDARY' Figure 7 North Etlwanda Street System (Without Route 30 Freeway) Road Canyon Road Wilson Avenue 24th Street _Ban_.van_.Avenue Summll Figure 8 North Etlwanda Street System (With Route 30 Freeway) Duncan Canyon Road Wilson 24th Avenue Summit Route 30 4. Study Area Traffic To estimate study area traffic volumes at various points on the street network, a three step process is utilized. First, the traffic which will be generated by the proposed development is determined. Secondly, the traffic volumes are geographically distributed to major attractions of trips, such as employment centers, commercial centers, recreational areas or residential areas. Finally, t~he trips are assigned to specific roadways and the project-related traffic volumes are determined on a route- by-route basis. Traffic Generation The traffic generated by the projects in the study area is determined by multiplying an appropriate trip generation rate by the quantity of land use. Land use quantities (based on existing plans and/or existing zoning) for future conditions were compiled for the 25 zones in the study area. Figure 9 illustrates the zone system used in this study. Trip generation rates are presented in Table 2 and land use quantities for each zone are shown on Table 3. Trip generation rates were determined for daily traffic, morning peak hour inbound and outbound traffic, and evening peak hour inbound and outbound traffic for the proposed land uses. By multiplying the traffic generation rates by the land use quantities, the traffic volumes are determined. Table 4 exhibits the peak hour and daily traffic volumes by zone. Traffic Distribution and Assignment Traffic distribution is the determination of the directional orientation of traffic. It is based on the geographical location of employment centers, commercial centers, recreational areas, or residential area concentrations. Traffic assignment is the determination cf which specific route development traffic will use, once the generalized traffic distribution is determined. The basic factors affecting routs selection are minimum time path and minimum distance path. Figures 10 to 34 present the traffic distribution assumptions for buildout conditions. The purpose of analyzing each zone at this level of detail is to determine traffic loads on streets within the study area. Daily link volume calculations for buildout conditions are depicted in Tables 5 and 6. Figure 35 shows the link locations. 18 "Pass ThrouGh" Traffic Some traffic is assumed to "pass through" the study area and must be added to the traffic forecasts. Figure 36 illustrates the estimated "pass through" volumes based upon a review of modeling forecasts. 19 l~llt~-lr~ly ~YJ 0.11[ 0.41 0.411 0.22' 6.60 O=f~=,(~O =S~) '=~' 1.~I 0.25o.291 1.55 12.40 El~ffcary/ ST I 0'0110'011'03 ~x~1 0.14 0.09. ST s~-~=,~cs sc~m~e feet 2O Table Single ' Ele~./Jr. Zc~e ~)Y C~m~ex~ia.l Mu.lti-F~ ~ ly Offi~ S~iHigh (~F) (~) ~ (~F) (~) 2 ~35 3 261 4 ~,50~ 46.0 620 600 5 6 246 660 7 628- 8 403 9 345 ~0 93 ~1 302 660 ~ ~6' ~3 436 660 ~4 ~85 ~5 ~43-- ~6 -- ~63.7 ~7 -- ~,760 18 548-- ~9 ~ 344.7 384.0 20 ~02.3 2~ ~85' 22 422 23 ~90-- 24 2~4~ 25 A,781~ 97.0 ~S 9.380 7~.0 620 384.0 ~ 4,340 AC = a~ 21 Table 4 ~P~PS G~IERATED BY Z~IE 1 6,840 ~ 1,360 2,630 23,230 1,370 3,160 6,320 ~ 4,050 9 3,470 10 940 11 3,720 12 5,490 13 5,070 14 1,860 15 1,440 16 ~,170 17 1,810 18 5,510 19 10,380 20 7,600 21 1,860 22 4,250 23 1,910 24 2,150 25 :5,130 '"110~! 163,720 Note: 23 Td~e 6 24 Figure 9 Traffic Zones Legend I ~ ~ - Zone Number I - - - Z~e Boundary ® ® ® ,,,, Road Wilson. Avenue I-_, - ..... ~ .... -S~eet Figure 10 Zone I Traffic Distribution Legend ~' - Zmm Lo~&lk~ 10 - Pet~e~t To/From ProJoot 15( ~( 45( S Road 1 10 5 22 24lh Street 5 33 28 20 15 8 1 Avenue Summit 5 5 S( 20( Route 30 Avenue 10 Figure ii Zone 2 Traffic Distribution Legend ~ - Zone L~lt~ 10 - Percent To/From 64 I Road 9 6 ~d'Wll~'~"'~lV~q~-- Street 36 m~ 1 Banyan Avenue - 2 43( 18 1land Avenue 10 3 4 Figure 12 Zone 3 Traffic Distribution Legend II~ - Z~ Lo~ 10 - P~oint To/From PrOJKt Road 9 12 38 204 20, I Banyan Avenue 2 3~ 414 18 ~' 10 Figure 13 Zone 4 Traffic Distribution Legend 10 - p~cent To/Frm Pt'oJeot Road 3 31 ~ 3 41 I~anvan Avenue Summit 254 2O 2C Avenue 5 ..... 0 ........ ~ ........ 30 Figure 14 Zone 5 Traffic Distribution Legend I - ZOM Looi~on 10 - Pi(croft To/Iff mi PfoJiot 6 i I Road I 31 304 24th Street 10 5 14 1 Ba...n~v_~e n u,.~e SunKnit 5 15 ~ Route 30 Avenue 10 Figure 15 Zone 6 Traffic Distribution Legend {! - Zone Lo~lttm 10 - Pe~ent To/F¢o4B Pro)eot Road 36 31 241h Street 20 15 29, 1 B a._nvan,_,Ave~ ~,..e Summit 5 4 28 184 Route 30 Avenue 10 Figure 16 Zone 7 Traffic Distribution Le~qend ~ - Z.~ L~attm 10 - Percent To/Froe ~ole~t Road 24th Street 7 t4 t4 53~ Banyan Avenue Summit 18' Route 30 · bland Avenue 10 Figure 17 Zone 8 Traffic Distribution Legend ,I' - Zone L~atke t0 - Percent To/From Project Road 1 35 24th Street gO 45 15 38~ 8 2'; 1 1 Banyan Avenue Summit 324 10 184 Route 30 Avenue 10 t Figure 18 Zone 9 Traffic Distribution Legend 10 - Pe~;en! To/Frae Project 22 14 Street 36 21 16 12' I 1 Banyan Avenue Summit ! 12 37 12 ~9 Avenue 1 S' Figure 19 Zone 10 Traffic Distribution Legend, 100, 1 10 Street · 55 1 Banyan Avenue Summit 't~ 20 bland Avenue 10 2 Figure 20 Zone 11 Traffic Distribution Le.qend to - P~ent To/FrQ4~ I~oJeet Road ~nvan.,~Avenue Summit Avenue 8 3 I Figure 21 Zone 12 Traffic Distribution Legend 10 - Pet;e~t To/Flea Prelect Road 2E 2 1 28 20 ~0 15~ 39 Banyan Avenue Summit 5 Figure 22 Zone 13 Traffic Distribution Le.qend ~1 - Zofm Lo~ltlodt 10 - Pstoent To/F~oe ProJHt Road 13 24lh Street 19 I1 8 Summit 16 : Route 30 Avenue 13 Figure 23 Zone 14 Traffic Distribution Legend, 10 - PIf~ent To/From Pt'oJe~t Road 24th Street 2O 12 Summit t4 24 lot 17 d Route 30 Avenue 13 I v Figure 24 Zone 15 Traffic Distribution Legend ~ - Zoae Loc,,~Ioa 10 - Pel'~ent To/F~'oe ProJee! Road 1 241h Street 8 'r 13 58( Summit ,!1 4 5 10( 47~ Avenue 13 I Figure 25 Zone 16 Traffic Distribution Legend ~I - zofl~ Lee,,tlofl ~0 - P~oent To/F~om ProJKt Road 60% From ( Residential I [Zones J 7 tO 10 Banyan Avenue Summl! 24 3 20 Highland Avenue Figure 26 Zone 17 Traffic Distribution Legend 10 - Percent To/From Project I 3 Wilson Avenue 24th Street 4 7 9 22 I 2 Avenue 13 2 Figure 27 Zone 18 Traffic Distribution Legend ~ - Zone Location 10 - Pe~*nt To/From P~o~l:t Road 3 1 3 18 ? '~' 10~ I 3 Summl 42 1 ~land Avenue 5 Figure 28 Zone 19 Traffic Distribution Legend ~ - zoJw LoemtJofl 10 - Pet~tt To/Frolm FroJ~l;! 30~, From Residential Zones 5 15 5 Banyan Avenue Summit 15q 10 5 Figure 29 Zone 20 Traffic Distribution Legend., ~1, - Zone 10 - Percent To/From Project Road Wilson Avenue 24th Street · Road 5 5 Summit 5 25~ Route 30 Avenue 5 15 Figure 30 Zone 21 Traffic Distribution Legend, t11' o Zoee Loellloa ~0 - Pi~mt To/Froe ProJ~t reek Road Avenue :24th St feet 11 ~ Summit 10 g 7 4 23 Route 30 ~land Avenue 16 Figure 31 Zone 22 Traffic Distribution Legend 10 - Pere~t To/From Project Road 4 Wilson Avenue 24th Street 5 1 1 58 Summit § 42 26 6 22 Route 30 bland 14 Figure 32 Zone 23 Traffic Distribution Legend ~0 o Prurient TolFro~ ProJ~! Road I 4 Wilson Avenue 24th Street 3 I I1 I Summit Summit 8 3 ,20 Highland Avenue 14 Figure 33 Zone 24 Traffic Distribution Legend I ' Zone Loel~on 10 - Percent To/From FYoJict Road I Wilson ,...Ave.~nue 24th Street · 4 1 5 7 Summi 23 Avenue 16 5 '~ n- · ~ 3 r~ Figure 34 Zone 25 Traffic Distribution Legend ~ - Zeal L~lllon 10 - Percent To/From Project 10 *eek Road 3 5 7 2 Oanya~Avenue Summit 18 18 ~ Avenue 5 Figure 35 Link Locations Road Wi..~lso..~n Avenue t7 18 t9 20 21 22 23 39 Summi Ban Avenue 47 48 49 50 52 Route53 30 54 56 13 12 C~/ Figure 36 Future "Pass Through" Traffic Estimates Legend lO-Vehi('les Per Day {lO00's) ;reek Road Wilson Avenue Banyen.~Avenue Summit 550 Route' 30 ~ 5. Cumulative Traffic Conditions Substantial additional development is presently planned in the study area. To assess future traffic conditions, existing traffic is combined with traffic from other surrounding development and future "pass through,, traffic to determine cumulative traffic volumes. Cumulative Daily Traffic yolumes Figure 37 shows the future daily traffic forecasts with the Route 30 Freeway. The future daily traffic volumes were compared with the capacities for the various roadway configurations shown in Table 7 to determine the required number of lanes needed to accommodate the projected volumes. Figure 38 shows the recommended n,,mher of through travel lanes. Cumulative Intersectio__nCapacit¥ Utilization Figure 39 shows the 18 intersections analyzed for peak hour traffic conditions. To determine future intersection operations, peak hour traffic volumes from anticipated development are added to existing traffic volumes and "pass through" volumes. Intersection Capacity Utilization values for cumulative traffic volumes for intersections in the vicinity are shown in Table 8. Intersection geometrics shown in Table 8 are the number of lanes needed to accommodate ~he cumulative traffic volumes at a Level of Service D or better operation during the evening peak hour. Traffic Siqnal Warrants Traffic signal warrants have been adopted by the Federal Highway Administration and CalTrans. These warrants are based upon the eighth highest hour volumes in a day. It is assumed by CalTrans that the eighth highest hour is 62.5 percent of the peak hour, and the peak hour is generally 10 percent of the. daily traffic. Thus, the signal warrants can also be expressed in terms of daily traffic volumes. Rural traffic volume warrants are utilized when the 85th percentile speed of the major street traffic exceeds 40 miles per hour or when the intersection lies within the built up area of an isolated community having a population of less than 10,000. Table 9 shows the signal warrants in terms of daily traffic volumes. When calculating signal volume warrants, the volumes of both the major and minor street must meet or exceed those listed in Table 9. Determining the major street daily signal warrant volume involves calculating the number of daily vehicles approaching 53 the intersection on both major street legs; usually the daily approach volume is 50 percent of the street's daily two-way volume on each leg. Finding the minor street daily signal warrant volu~e involves calculating the number of daily vehicles approaching the intersection on only the highest volume leg; usually the daily approach volume is 50 percent of the street,s two-way daily volume. If the minor street forms a tee intersection with the major street, then the minor street volume is the highest volume because there is no other volume. It should be noted that signals should be installed only when warranted and that installation of unwarranted signals can increase accident potential, energy consumption, and air pollutant emissions, while costing governmental jurisdictions approximately $500 per month for maintenance and utilities. Figure 38 shows the recommended intersection controls for the circulation system in the study area. 54 T~ble 7 DATT.V ROAIY~kY CAPA~'~ E~'iMATES Max~ Da~ly Vehicle Volume Facility lane I~vel of Level of Type Configuration Service C Service D Freeway 10 Lane-Divided 175,000 8 Lane-_Div$de~. - 145,000 6 Lar~-Divldea - 115,000 4 Lane-Divided - 65,000 Major Arterial ~ Lane-Div%ded 60,000 66,000 Lane-Divld~ ' 45,000 49,500 Arterial 4 Lane-Divl ~ 30,000 33,000 ~-- ,~.~ry 4 I~ll~--Ur~iivicl~ 20,000 22,000 Oummu~r/Oollector 2 Iane-Ur~livia~ 10,000 12,500 55 ~~ kop~c.h ?.~es (1) Hour Nozth- South- ~=t- West- 1(/3 (2) ~~ ~T~ ~ T~ ~T~ Lt W~ A~ (~) at 24~ ~ (~) 0 0 0 0 1 ~ 2 0 ~ 2 1 0 58 ~ 3o ~y~ ~~ ~ ~o ~ ~ o oo o o~ ~ ~ (~) 2 0 0 2 0 1 0 ~ 1 0 0 0 ~ A~e ~) at 24~ ~ (~ - ~ ~ A~ (~) at 24~ ~ (~ i 0 I 0 i 0 i 65 ~-~~; ~o ~ ~oo o oo~ ~ . 3~ (~) ~ , 2 ~ 0 ~2 0 ~ 0 ~ 2 0 0 0 63 ~t A~ (~ 0 1 ~ 0 0 0 1 77 ~4~ ~ (~ 0 0 0 0 i 1 2 0 1 2 0 0 ~ Av~ ~) at 80 (Z) ~ a ~t ~ ~ ~t~,. ~ ~ ~ ei~ ~ (2) ~~ ~ ~~ (~) ~ ~ 56 Table 9 TRAFFIC SIGNAL WARRANTS (Based on Estimated Average Daily Traffic - See Note 2) URBAN ...................... RURAL ....................... Minimum ReQuirements EADT 1. Minimum Vehicular Satisfied Not Satisfied Vehicles per day on major Vehicles per day on higher- street (tota~ of both volume minor-street approach' approaches) (one direction only) Number ol lanes Ior moving tratfic on each approach Major Street Minor Street Urban Rural Urban Rural 8.000 5.600 2,400 1.680 2 or more ................. 1 ........................... 9,600 6,720 2,400 1,680 2 or more ................. 2 or more .................. 9,600 6,720 3.200 2,240 1 .......................... 2 or more .................. 8,000 5.600 3,200 2,240 2. Inlerruptlon of Conlinuous Traffic Vehicles per day on major Vehicles per day on higher- Salislied Not Satisfied stree~ (Iotal of both volume minor-street approach approaches) (one direclion only) Number ol lanes for moving fraftlc on each approach Major Street Minor Street Urban Rural Urban Rural 12.000 8,400 1.200 850 2 or more ................. I .......................... 14,400 10,080 1,200 850 2 Or more ................. 2 ormore .................. 14.400 t0,080 1,600 1,120 1 .......................... 2 or more .................. 12.000 8,400 1,600 1,120 3. Combination Sallslled Not Salisfied No one warrant satisfied but Iollowing warrants lultilled 2 Warrants 2 Warrants 80% or more ............ NOTE: 1. Heavier lett turn movement from the major street may be included with minor street volume il a separate signal phase is to be provided for the left-turn movement. 2. To be used only for NEW INTERSECTIONS or other locations where actual traffic volumes cannot be counled. Source: CalTrans, Traffic Manual, page 9-8 57 Figure 37 Future Dally Traffic Volumes Legend 7.9 - Vehicles Per Ooy (lO00's) Road 29 4~ 7.1 ~8.2 22 Wilson Avenue .Bo t~ t45 1~9 17.4 23.6 23.7 259 =m eanyan._A,e.ue 5.2 :~2 Route ' 30 hland Avenue 117 .36 , t8~ ,~? 2~8 8 ~ Recommended Number of Through Travel Lanes I and Intersection Controls Leclend 2U -Number ot Through Travel Lanes O-Divlded U- Undivided [~ - Traffic Signal Stop Sign ~2U ,2LI t~q~' Four Way Stop reek Road 2U 2U 2U 2U Wilson Avenue 4D ~ 4D ~ Ba,.,.nya n,.,.Av · n u.~e 4U 2U 2U 2U 40 Route 30 dand Avenue Figure 39 Intersection Analysis Locations reek Road Wilson Avenue 24th Street Banyan.~Avenue Summit Route 30 6. internal Circulation As is the case for any roadway design, the County of San Bernardino and/or the City of Rancho Cucamonga should periodically review traffic operations in the vicinity once the projects are constructed to assure that the traffic operations are satisfactory. As the projects become more definitive, the following guidelines should be incorporated into the project design. Listed below for more detailed planning are recommended guidelines for the development. Internal Desiqn Guidelines for Residential Development 1. Local streets should have a minimum radius of 250 feet (25 m.p.h, design speed). 2. Cul-de-sacs should not exceed 1,000 'feet in length to' facilitate emergency access. 3. Long straight roadway stretches should be avoided to discourage excessive speeds and thereby reduce safety hazards. 4. Adjacent intersections along the same street, but on opposite sides, should be offset a minimum of 150 feet centerline to centerline on collector and loca! streets. 5. Streets grades should not exceed 15 percent. Steep grades do not pose major problems but do increase braking distances, vehicle delay, and the likelihood of accidents. 6. Streets should intersect at as near to a right angle as possible, and at not more than a 15 degree skew. 7. Streets should intersect others on the outside rather than the inside of a horizontal curve. 8. Streets should not intersect on a crest vertical curve. 9. Schools should be located on low volume local streets and not on collectors. 10. Landscape plantings and signs should be limited in height within the vicinity of project driveways to assure good visibility. 61 Residential Desiqn Guidelines for Fire Safety and Emerqency Access The guidelines listed below have been recommended by the California Department of Forestry in the May, 1980 publication entitled, Fire Safety Guidelines for Residential DeveloDment in California. 1. At least two different ingress-egress routes should be included except as noted under the cul-de-sac discussion. 2. Limit cul-de-sacs length based on hazard severity classifications to 1,000 feet for moderate, 800 feet for high, and 600 feet for extreme. Cul-de-sacs should be terminated by a turnaround. 3. Street grades should be limited to 15 percent except' for short distances when topographic conditions make moderate grades impractical. Any road grade in excess of 20 percent, no matter how long, should have an all-weather nonskid surface. 4. No street, or turnaround road, should have a center line radius or curvature of less that 50 feet. 5. Vertical curves and dips in the roadway should have a radius of not less than 50 feet. 6. Bridges should have a minimum load limit of 40,000 pounds (20 tons), and be no narrower than the driving portion of the road serving each end. Major ingress-egress roads in subdivisions should have a minimdm load limit on bridges of 80,000 pounds (40 tons). 7. To facilitate fire location and to avoid delays in response, all roads, streets, and buildings should be designated by name or street number signs clearly visible from the main travelled roadway. Internal Desiqn Guidelines for Commercial Development 1. Pedestrian walkways should be provided which separate pedestrian/vehicle conflicts. The conflicts seldom lead to accidents because of the low speeds; however, it is clearly desirable to separate vehicles and pedestrians whenever possible. 62 2. The traffic aisles which interconnect parcels are desirable; however, the aisles should have sufficient turns so that "through street" effects do not exist. Long stretches of straight travelway invite higher speeds. The maximum length of straight travelways should not exceed 300 or 400 feet when possible. 3. Circulation within the parking areas should allow relatively free flow of vehicular traffic with no constrictions. 4. The aisles should be placed in such a way that it is easy to reach any destination within a property after entering any driveway. Commercial Access Desiqn Guidelines 1. Access roads and/or driveways for the commercial developments should be located at least 200 feet apart and at least 200 feet from the nearest intersection. 2. Driveways to retail commercial should be curb-return type with at least 35 foot radius. 3. Driveways should be at least 28 feet wide, and preferably 30 to 35 feet wide, so that an entering vehicle does not interfere with an exiting vehicle. Narrower driveways lead to conflict between entering and exiting vehicles, causing one to stop and wait for the other. 4. The first parking stall which is perpendicular to a driveway, or first aisle juncture, should be at least 40 feet back from the curb. The reason for this recommendation is to provide a queueing area off street so that if a vehicle is parking or unparking in the stall nearest the street, there is room for at least one vehicle to queue while waiting for the other vehicle to park. Without this provision, vehicles will queue into the street. 5. To provide for sufficient site access and yet minimize the number of required access locations, joint site access with adjacent sites should be encouraged in the planning of site development. 6. Landscape plantings and signs should be limited in height within the vicinity of project driveways to assure good visibility. 63 Appendix Appendix A - Explanation and Calculation of Intersection Capacity Utilization APPENDIX A EXPLANATION AND CALCULATION OF INTERSECTION CAPACITY UTILIZATION EXPLANATION AND CALCULATION OF INTERSECTION CAPACITY UTILIZATION (ICU) The ability of a roadway to carry traffic is referred to as capacity. The capacity is usually greater between intersections and less at intersections because traffic flows continuously between them and only during the green phase at them. Capacity at intersections is best defined in terms of vehicles per lane per hour of green. If capacity is 1600 vehicles per lane per hour of green, and if the green phase is 50 percent of the cycle and there are three lanes, then the capacity is 1600 times 50 percent times 3 lanes, or 2400 vehicles per hour. The technique used to compare the volume and capacity at an intersection is known as Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU). ICU, usually expressed as a percent, is the proportion of an hour required to provide sufficient capacity to accommodate all intersection traffic if all approaches operate at capacity. If an intersection is operating at 80 percent of capacity, then 20 percent of the signal cycle is not used. The signal could show red on all indications 20 percent of the time and the signal would just accommodate approaching traffic. ICU analysis consists of (a) determining the proportion of signal time needed to serve each conflicting movement of traffic, (b) summing the times for the movements, and (c) comparing the total time required to the total time available. For example, if for north-south traffic the northbound traffic is 1600 vehicles per hour, the southbound traffic is 1200 vehicles per hour, and the capacity of either direction is 3200 vehicles per hour, then the northbound traffic is critical and requires 1600/3200 or 50 percent of the signal time. If for the east- west traffic 30 percent of the signal time is required, then it can be seen that the ICU is 50 plus 30, or 80 percent. When left turn phases exist, they are incorporated into the analysis. The critical movements are usually the heavy left turn movements and the opposing through movements. Level of service is used to describe the quality of traffic flow. Levels of Service A to C operate quite well. Level of Service C is typically the standard to which rural roads are designed, and level of Service D is the standard to which urban roadways are typically designed. Level of Service D is characterized by fairly restricted traffic flow. Level of Service E is the maximum volume a facility can accomodate and will result in possible stoppages of momentary duration. Level of Service F occurs when a facility is overloaded and is characterized by stop-and-go traffic with stoppages of long duration. A description of the various levels of traffic service appears on the following page, along with the relationship between ICU and level of traffic service. The ICU calculation assumes that an intersection is signalized and that the signal is ideally timed. Although calculating ICU for an unsignalized · intersection is invalid, the presumption is that a signal can be installed and the calculation shows whether the geometrics are capable of accommodating the expected volume with a signal. It is possible to have an ICU well below 100 percent' yet have severe traffic congestion. This would occur if one or more movements is not getting sufficient green time to satisfy its demand, and excess green time exists on other movements. This is an operational problem which should be remedied. Capacity is often defined in'terms of roadway width; however, standard lanes have approximately the same capacity whether they are 11 or 14 feet wide. Our data indicates a typical lane, whether a through lane or a left turn lane, has a capacity of approximately 1750 vehicles per hour, with nearly all locations showing a capacity greater than 1600 vehicles per hour per lane. This finding is published in the August, 1978 issue of ITE Journal in the article entitled, "Another Look at Signalized Intersection Capacity" by William Kunzman. For this study, a capacity of 1600 vehicles per hour per lane will be assumed for both through and left turn lanes. The yellow time can either be assumed to be completely used and no penalty applied, or it can be assumed to be only partially usable. Total yellow time accounts for less than 10 percent of a cycle, and a penalty up to three percent is reasonable. On the other hand, during peak hour traffic operation the yellow times are nearly completely used. If there are no left turn phases, the left turn vehicles completely use the yellow time. If there are left turn phases, the through traffic continues to enter the intersection on the yellow until just a split second before the red. In this study no penalty will be applied for the yellow because the capacities have been assumed to be only 1600 vehicles per hour per lane when in general they are 1750. The ICU technique is an ideal tool to quantify existing as well as future intersection operation. The impact of adding a lane can be quickly determined by examining the effect the lane has on the intersection capacity utilization. ICU parallels another calculation procedure known as the Critical Lane Method with one exception. Critical Lane Method dimensions capacity in terms of standardized vehicles per hour per lane. A Critical Lane Method result of 800 vehicles per hour means that the intersection operates as though 800 vehicles were using a single lane continuously. If one assumes a lane capacity of 1600 vehicles per hour, then a Critical Lane Method calculation resulting in 800 vehicles per hour is the same as an ICU calculation of 50 percent since 800/1600 is 50 percent. It is our opinion that the Critical Lane Method is inferior to the ICi/ method simply because a statement such as "The Critical Lane Method value is 800 vehicles per hour" means little to most persons, whereas a statement such a "the Intersection Capacity Utilization is 50 percent" communicates clearly. A Critical Lane Method of ICU correspondence table is as follows, assuming a lane capacity of 1600 vehicles per hour. Critical Lane 'Corresponding Method Result ICU Result 800 vehicles per hour 50 percent 960 vehicles per hour 60 percent 1120 vehicles per hour 70 percent 1280 vehicles per hour 80 percent 1440 vehicles per hour 90 percent 1600 vehicles per hour 100 percent LEVEL OF Sk/{VTC~ DESCP. IPTION Stopped Intersection Delay Per Capgcity Level of Vehicle Utilization Service Description (Seconds) (Percent) A Level of Service A OCCURS when 0 to 5.0 0 to 60 p _r~gression .is extremely favorable and most vehlcles arrive during the gree~ phase. Most veb/cles do not _s~op at all. Shor~ cycle lengths may also contribute to iow delay. B ~..vel of Service B.generally occurs 5.1 to 61 to 70 w~r.~, g_ocd p_rogresslon and/or short cycle ler~. More.vehicles stop .t~an for LOS A, causing higher levels oz average delay. C ~. vel 9f S_ .e~ice generg, lly results when 15.1 to 71 to 80 nn .e~e .Is z.alr p _r~..es.szon. and/?r longer 25.0 _cy.c.is ~eng~ns. ~.~vxduel cy.c~e . .za~ures may beg~n to au~ear ~n this +evel...The number of vehicles stoppin~ is si .g~..f.icant a.t. this. 1.e.vel, .althb~g.h- m~n..¥ s=aa~ ~as_s ri%rough ~ne ~n~-reec~on w~nout stopping. D Le~..el of Service D.generally results in 25.1 to 81 to 90 noticeable congestlon. Longer delays 40.0 m~y result from sc~e combination of u~favorable Droc/ressio~, long cycle 1 .e~gths, or high ¥olume to capacity re=los.. Ma~ veh.icles stop, and the propg, rtlon oz ve.h~.. ~cles not stoDDing declines. Indivld,~! cycle' failures E Level of Service E is considered to be 40.1 to 91 to 100 the l{m~t of accepe~hle delay. These high delay val..ues generally indicate poor progression, long cygle 1..eggths, and high volume to cepa¢~ty ratice. I~vid~al cycle fail%~res are frequent F Level of Service F is considered to be 60.1 + 100 + ur~acceptable to most drivers. This conditlon often occur~ with over- saturation, i.e., when arrival flow rates exceed the capacity of the inter- section. It may also occur at high volume to ¢apaclty ratios below 1.00 with many individual cycle failures. Poor progression and lo.n~ cycle lengths may a-so be major contributing causes to such delay levels. Source: "Highway Capacity Manual" Special Report 209, Transportation Research Board, National Research Council, WaShington, D.C., 1985, Pages 9-4 to 9-5. March 9, 1989 Mr. Keeton K. Kreitzer, Principal Environmental Perspectives Post Office Box 868 Santa Ana, CA 92702 Dear Mr. Kreitzer: This letter presents intersection geometrics needed to accommodate intersections at a Level of Service C or better during the evening peak hour for the North Etiwanda Study Area Traffic Analysis (revised January 23, 1989). The intersection' of Cherry Avenue/ Duncan Canyon Road will require two eastbound left turn lanes to reduce the Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU)/Level of Service (LOS) from 90/D to 76/C. The intersection of Cherry Avenue/Devote Freeway NB Ramps will require two southbound left turn lanes to reduce the ICU/LOS from 85/D to 76/C. Should you have any questions, or if we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to call. Sincerely, ' KUNZMAN ASSOCIATES n Kaln, AICP #1433c cc: Nr. Jess Harris, Land/Plan/Design Group NT 2 3200 0 0 280 810 280 81n 10 29* #R 0 0 0 10 30 100 30 lln 0 0 NL 1 1600 0 &n 80 2~0 80 300 7 ST 2 3200 0 0 670 510 670 510 SL I 1600 0 0 20 20 20 20 7 ET 2 3200 0 10 590 620 5nO 630 ER 0 0 0 10 200 160 200 1;'0 0 0 EL 2 3200 0 0 3~0 ;,70 3~.0 ~,?0 11 !5' UT 2 3200 0 10 &20 750 /020 ?60 1:3 25* t~R 0 0 0 0 10 30 10 30 0 0 Ut. 1 1~10 0 10 80 60 80 ?0 T~' 7 ]CU IGU I$ TI~ $t.N OF THE CRITICAL 14GV~qENTS, nENOTEn BY AH ASTERISK (e) ~EN T~ ~ NO ~NG ~ES. T: T~, R: R~GHT, L: LEFT INTERSECTION: CRERRY AVENUE (NS) AT DEVORE FREEUAY NB RAHPS INTERSECTION VOLL~tES AND CAPACITY UTILIZATION #OVEKENTS LANES CAPACZTY EXISTING PROJECT TOTAL VG~UME VOLU~ VOLU~E V/C RATIO(~) NT 2 3200 0 60 9?0 1020 9?0 1080 30* 34* NR 1 1600 0 60 390 260 390 320 24 20 SL 2 3200 0 10 60 2?0 60 ' 280 ?~' ET 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ER 1 1600 0 120 260 830 260 950 16 59 EL 2 3200 0 30 /*60 1030 ~60 1060 1/** 33* gT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 gR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 gL 0 1600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 76 lOJ IS THE SL~4 OF THE CRITICAL NOVEMENT$, DENOTED BY AN ASTERISK (*) APPENDIX C AIR Q~A~ITY ASSESSMENT AIR QUALITY IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR UNIVERSITY/CANYON CREST PROJECT Prepared for: I~and Plan Design Group 230 Newport Center Drive, Suite 200 Newport Beach, California 92660 (714) 720-1198 Contact: Parveen Sood Prepared by: Miel~ael Brandman Associates, Inc. Carnegie Centre 2630 Red Hill Avenue ~anta Aha, California 92705 (714) 260°6555 Contact: Gary Jakobs May 10, 1988 INTRODUCTION This air quality Study has been prepared by Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. for submittal to the County of San Barnardino in consideration of the University/Canyon Crest project, north of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The proposed University/Canyon Crest project is located north of Highland Avenue and adjacent to Day Creek Boulevard in the Etiwanda area of San Bernardino County. This air quality study contains a description of air quality conditions in the p~ojeet area, project impacts on future air quality eonditions~ project's consistency with the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) and relevant mitigation measures. F. XI~rtNG CONDITIONS Air pollutants are classified as primary or secondary~ depending upon the manner in which they are formed. Primary pollutants are emitted directly from a source into the atmosphere. Examples of primary pollutants a~e carbon manoxide (CO), nitric oxide and nitrogen dioxide (NO and NO2), sulfur dioxide (SO2), particulates and various nonmethane hydrocarbons (IqMHC). Secondary pollutants are created with the passage of time in the air mass by chemical and photochemical reactions (often involving primary pollutants). Examples of secondary pollutants are ozone (O3)~ photochemical aerosols and peroxyacetyl nitrates (PAN). The air quality of the South Coast Air Basin (SoCAB), in which the study area is located, is determined by both primary pollutants and the existing secondary pollutants. Seconda~ pollutants, speeifieally oxidants, represent the major air quality p~oblem basinwide. Air quality in the study area is a function of the primary pollutants emitted locally, the existing regional ambient air quality and the meteorological and topographical factors influencing the intrusion of pollutants into the area from pollutant sources outside the immediate area. 1 JBX/5180003E1 CUmate ~nd Meteorology The climate of the project area, as with all of southern California, is governed by the strength and location of the semi-permanent high pressure center over the Pacific Ocean and in the moderating effects of the nearby vut oceanic heat reservoir. Local climatic conditions are eharactarized by warm summers, mild winters, infrequent rainfall, moderate daytime onshore breezes and comfortable humidities. Unfortunately, the same climatic conditions tlmt create such a desirable living climate combine to severely restrict the ability of the local atmosphere to disperse the large volumes of air pollution generated by the population and industry attracted in part by the climate. Western San Bernardino County is situated in an area where the poUutants generated in coastal potions of the Los Angeles Buin undergo photochemical reactions and then move inland across the project site during the daily sea breeze cycle. The resulting smog gives the Etiwanda area some of the highest photochemical smog readings in all California. . - Etiwanda experiences moderate temperatures and humidities. Temperatures average 62°F annually, with summer afternoons in the low 90's and winter mornings in the low ¢0's. Temperatures above 100°F or below 30°F occur only under unusual weather conditions, and even then these limits are not far exceeded. Precipitation is highly variable seasonally. Rainfall in western San Bernardino County averages 17 inches annually and occurs almost exelnsively from late October to early April. Summers are often completely dry, and there are frequent periods of four to five months with no rain. Because much of this rainfall comes from the fringes of mid-latitude storms, a shift in the storm track of a few hundred miles can mean the difference between a very wet year and a year with drought conditions. Rainfall ranging from 3 to 35 inches per year has been recorded in the project vicinity, depending on the large scale winter weather patterns. Winds across the project area are an important meteorological parameter because they control both the initial rate of dilution of _locally generated air poUutant emissions as weU as controUing their regional trajectory. Winds across the project site, as determined from long-term wind data af nearby Ontario Airport, indicate a very unidirectional onshore flow from the west-southwest with a very weak offshore JBX/5180003E1 Ambient Air Quality Standards Averaging California Standards~ National Standards2 SOURCE: CARB FACT SHEET 38 (REVISED 8/86) National & State Ambient Air Quality Standards University/Crest Planning Area Exhibit la return flow that is strongest on winter nights when the land is colder than the ocean. The onshore winds during the day average 8 to 12 mph while the offshore flow is often calm or drifts slowly westward at i to 3 mph. The proximity of Day Creek Canyon and nearby San Gabriel Mountains will cause a slight rotation of prevailing winds toward the southwest, and nocturnal drainage winds will be more from the north-northeast, but the Ontario data are an accurate general indicator of localized site -wind conditions. During the daytime, any locally generated air emissions are thus rapidly transporte~ north-eastward into the foothills, and toward Cajon Pass, generating any localized air quality impacts. In conjunction with the two prevailing onshore/offshore wind regimes that affect the rate and orientation of horizontal pollutant transport, there are two similarly distinct types of temperature inversions of note that control the vertical depth through which pollutants are mixed. The summer onshore flow is capped by a massive dome of warm, sinking air which caps a shallow layer of cooler ocean air. These marine/subsidence inversions act like a giant lid over the basin. They allow for local mixing of emissions, but they confine the entire polluted air mass within the basin until it escapes into the desert or along the thermal chimneys formed along heated mountain slopes. In winter, when the air near the ground eoois while the air aloft remains warm, radiation inversions are formed that trap low-level emissions such as automobile exhaust near their source. As background levels of primary vehicular exhaust rise during the seaward return flow, the combination of elevated baseline levels plus emissions trapped locally by these radiation inversions creates mieroscale air pollution ~hot spotsw near freeways, shopping eentars and other traffic concentrations. While summers are therefore periods of poor air quality in inland valleys of the basin, the drainage of unpolluted air off-the San Gabriels across the pl~jeet site and the very low development intensity near the foothills creates generally excellent air quality in the winter in and around the Etiwanda area. Ambient Ab ¢~uallt7 Ambient air quality is given in terms of state and federal standards adopted to p~oteet public health with a maz~in of safety (see Exhibits la and lb). In addition to ambient standards, California has adopted episode criteria for oxidants~ carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter. The episode levels represent short-term exposures at which public health is tl~eatened. 3 ;IBX/5180003E1 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS (continued NOTES: 1. California standards, other than carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide (1 hour), nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter -- PM10, are values that are not to be equaled or exceeded. The carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide (1 hour), nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter -- PM10 standards are not to be exceeded. 2. National standards, other than ozone and those based on annual averages or annual geometric means, are not to be exceeded more than once a year. The ozone standard is attained when the expected number of days per calendar year with maximum hourly average concentrations above the standard is equal to or less than one. 3. Concentration expressed first in units in which it was promulgated. Equivalent units given in parentheses are based upon a reference temperature of 25°C and a reference pressure of 760 mm of mercury. All measurements of air quality are to be corrected to a reference temperature of 25°C and a reference pressure of 760 mm of mercury (1,013.2 millibar); ppm in this table refers to ppm by volume, or micromoles of pollutant per mole of gas. 4. Any equivalent procedure which can be shown to the satisfaction of the Air Resources Board to give equivalent results at or near the level of the air quality standard may be used. 5. National Primary Standards: The levels of air quality necessary, with an adequate margin of safety to protect the public health. Each state must attain the primary standards no later than three years after that state's implementation plan is approved by the Environmental Protection Agency. 6. National Secondary Standards: The levels of air quality necessary to protect the public welfare from any known or anticipated adverse effects of a pollutant. Each state must attain the secondary standards within a "reasonable time" after the implementation plan is approved by the EPA. 7. Reference method as described by the EPA. An "equivalent method" of measurement may be used but must have a "consistent relationship to the reference method" and must be approved by the EPA. 8. Prevailing visibility is defined as the greatest visibility which is attained or surpassed around at least half of the horizon circle, but not necessarily in continuous sectors. 9. At locations where the state standards for oxidant and/or suspended particulate matter are violated. National standards apply elsewhere. 10. Measured as ozone. ~lblt lb In western San Bernardino County, where the project site is located, air quality data are collected primarily by the South Coast Air quality Management District (Ai~MD). Of the air monitorin~ stations located throu/:hout the county, the Fontana Station is closest to the study area. The Fortrans Station is located approximately 4 miles east of the project site. Air quality data for 1983-1986 for this station are included in Table 1. As shown in this table, air quality standards for ozone and total suspended particulates have exceeded both federal and state standards durin~ 1983-1986. Particulate matter was not monitored at the Fontana Station until 1985 and the state standard was exceeded in both 1985 and 1986. Ozone/Oxidant Oxidant intrusion from elsewhere in the South Coast Air Basin (SoCAB) contributes substantially to the desTaded air quality in western San Bernardino County. The state standard (0.10 ppm, 1-hour) was exceeded an average of 164 days each year at the Fontana Station. The federal standard (0.12 ppm, 1-hour) was exceeded an averai~e of 128 days each year during 1983-1986. The hi~hest 1-hour oxidant level reached was 0.34 parts per million (ppm) 1985. Carbon Monoxide The state carbon monoxide standard (20 ppm, 1-hour) and the federal carbon monoxide standard (35 ppm, 1-hour) were not exceeded durin~ 1983-1986. The hishest 1-hour carbon monoxide level reached wns 10.0 ppm in 1983. The state and federal nitrolen dioxide 1-hour standard (0.~-$ ppm) was not exceeded durin~ the past four years. 4 JBX/5180003E1 TABLE 1 ~UMMARY OF AIR ~UALITY VIOLATIONS FONTANA AIR ¢~UALITY MONITORING STATION Pollutant 1983 1984 1965 1986 Ozone (O.~) State/Federal Standard (1-hr av~) 0.10/0.12 ppm Highest concentration .32 .32 .34 .31 Number of days state/federal standards exceeded 152/127 179/136 162/126 164/121 Carbon Monoxide (CO) State/Federal Standards (1-hr avi~) 20.0/35.0 ppm Hi~hest concentration 10.0 6.0 5.0 6.0 Number of days state/federal standards exceeded 0/0 0/0 0/0 0/0 Nitrogen Dioxide (NO~) State/Federal Standards (1-hr av~) 0.25/0.25 ppm Highest concentration .16 .16 .14 .18 Number of days state/federal standards exceeded 0/0 0/0 0/0 0/0 Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) State/Federal Standards (24-hr av~) 0.05/0.14 ppm Hi,best concentration .06 .03 .02 .02 Number of days state/federal standards exceeded 0/0 0/0 0/0 0/0 Total Suspended Particulates (TSP) State/Federal_Standards (1-hr avi:) 100/150 u~/m~ Highest concentration 2?3 317 312 3?8 Percentage of samples which exceeded state/federal stander, ds 55/28 63/31 54/36 62/27 100 u~/m°/150 us/m° Particulate Matter (PM10) State standard (24-hr-a-vg) 50 ug/m3 Highest concentration NM NM 154 275 Pareentaf~e of samples which exceeded state standards 60 68 NM = not monitored Source: South Coast Air (~ualtty Management District Summaries, 1983-1986. 5 JBX/5180003Elx Nitrogen Dioxide The state and federal nitrogen dioxide one-hour standard (0.25 ppm) was not exceeded during the past four years. Sulfur Dioxide The state and federal sulfur dioxide standards have not been exceeded at the Fontana Station during the past four years. Total Suspended Particulates The California 24-hour total suspended particulates standard (100 ug/m3, 24-hour) was exceeded in approximately 59 percent of the samples monitored during the past four years at the Fontana Station. The highest total suspended concentration has 3'/8 u~/m3 in 1986. Particulate Matter Particulate matter was not monitored at the Fontana Station until 1985. The California 24-hour particulate matter standard (50 ug/m3) was exceeded in approximately 64 pereent of the samples monitored during the past four years at the Fontana Station. The highest particulate matter concentration was 68 ug/m3 in 1986. Rules and Relations The South Coast Ai~MD has published a set of "Rules and Regulations" to reduce both stationary and mobile source pollutant emissions. This document outlines permits, fees, prohibitions, procedures for hearings, emergency measures, order for abatement, standards of performance for new standard sources and standards for additional specific air contaminants (Federal Register, Vol. 46, No. 13, January 13, 1981). 6 aBX/5180003E1 Air Quall~y Marmgement The project area is located within the SoCAB. The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has been designated as the lead air quality planning agency for the basin. Pursuant to the requirement of the Federal Clean Air Act and the State Lewis Air Quality Management Act, the AQMD jointly with the Southern California 'Association of Governments (SCAG) prepared an attainment plan in 1978 called the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP). The AQMP is assumed to be the appropriate reference document with which to judge the substantive conformity of any proposed activities with the SIP. The EPA has designated the SoCAB as a nonattainment area for ozone, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and total suspended particulates. The AQMP outlines the growth and regnlatury assumptions used to predict future basin air quality levels. It also details those measures needed to reduce emissions to a level low enough to allow for basinwide attainment of all the required standards. In 1982, the AQMP was updated to justify an extension for attainment of certain critical pollutants, especially ozone. The earlier 1978 AQMP had predicted attainment by 1987, but the current update recognizes that this forecast was unrealistic. The current update acknowledges that good progress has and will continue to be made, but that the national hourly ozone standard will probably not be met in Southern California until after the year 2000. PROJECT IMPACTS The approval of the proposed project would allow development of residential, eommarcial and institutional uses on the project site, resulting in increased stationary and mobile source emissions in the basin. Stationary sources include natural gas combustion, az well as emissions at the offsite regional power plant associated with any electrical requirements for power and lighting. Mobile source eonsidarations include short-term construction activities and long-term traffic generation. The following impact discussion is organized into two general categories for ease of presentation: short-term impacts (fugitive dust and construction equipment emissions) and long-term impacts (stationary and mobile sources). ? 3BX/5180003E1 Sho~t-Term Impacts The preparation of the study area for building eoustruction would produce two types of air contaminants.' Exhaust emissions from construction equipment and fugitive dust generated as a result of soil movement. The emissions produced during grading and construction activities, although of short-term duration, could be troublesome to workers and adjacent developments, even through prescribed wetting procedures are foUowed. Exhaust Emissions from Cousl~'uction Equipment Exhaust emissions from construction activities include those associated with the transport of workers and machinery to the site, as well as those produced onsite as the equipment is used. Appendix A presents exhaust emission factors for various ~es of equipment used during construction operations. l~ugttlve Dust Emissions Construction activities are a source of fugitive dust emissions that may have a substantial temporary impact on local air quality. Building and road construction are the prevalent eoustruction categories with the highest emission potential. Emissions are associated with land clearing, ground excavation, ground operations and coustruetion of the structures. Dust emissions vary substantially from day to day, depending on the level of activity, the specific operations and the prevailing weather. A larue portion of the emissions would result from equipment traffic over temporary roads or graded areas at the site. The quantity' of fugitive dust generated is proportional to the area of land being worked and the level of construction activity. Emissions from beawy construction operations are directly proportional to the silt content of the soil (that is, particles smaller than 75 micrometers in diameter) and inversely proportional to the square of the soil moisture. Based on the U.S. EPA AP-42 emission factor for construction operations of 1.2 tons of fugitive dust per acre per month of activity, the proposed 425-acre development could be estimated to generate 510 tons of fugitive dust for each month of construction activity. However, due to both the short-term duration 8 JBX/5180003E1 of grading activity and the amount of grading anticipated during project construction, the estimated quantity of fugitive dust generated by project implementation would appear to represent an extreme worst-case condition. It is anticipated that actual fugitive dust generated due to construction activity will be considerably less than the 510 tons estimated. Long-Term Impacts Vehicular usage and the resultant emissions were assessed in this study with the 8rate Air Resources Urbemis 2 computer model. Urbemis 2 was specifically designed to quantify number of trips generated with a given land use and the associated emissions for each land use. Input variables include the types and extent of the land uses, trip generation rates, trip lengths, speeds, temperatures, etc. Based on the description of the proposed land uses and data from the traffic consultant (Iiunzman Associates, 1988), the number of trips and pollutant emissions were calculated, as summarized in Table 2. TABLE 2 PROJECT-RELATED VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED AND AIR POLLUTAiq-T EMISSIONS Pro]eot-Related Mobile Source Pollutant Emissions Ob/day) Land Use Number of Trips CC) TOG NOx Single-Family 13,820 1,600 180 280 Residential Commercial 13,800 1,265 147 263 School 500 47 5 10 Total (lb/day) 28,120 2,912 332 553 9 JBX/5180003E1 The stationary source emissions were quantified using the consumption rates for natural gas and electricity for the various proposed land uses taken from the SCAQMD's Air ~uality Handbook for Environmental Impact Reports (1987). The stationa.,~ so~ree emissions as well as mobile source emissions are quantified in Table 3. (Note: Mobile source emissions have been converted to tons/day.) TABLE 3 PROJECTED MOBII,E AND STATIONARY SOURCE EMISSIONS (tons/day) PHma~ 8t~tiona~ Souse Emissio.~. MobUe Somme Total All Pollutant (Eleet~ieitT; Natural Gas)~'~ Emissionse Sources CO 0.005 1.5 1.506 TOG 0.001 0.166 '0.167 NOx 0.030 0.277 0.307 a = Based on natural gas usage rate of 327,548 cubic feet/day. b = Based on electricity usage rate of 29,734 kwh/day. c = Based on proposed land uses modeled with California Air Resoureas Board (CARB) Air Urbemis 2 Air Quality Model. To assess what this atmosphere loading implies in terms of its relative impact on air quality, the project-related emissions are compared to projected year 2000 emissions for the South Coast Air Basin. As seen from Table 4, the project emissions will represent 0.03 percent of the South Coast Air Basin in the year 2000. The projeetts emissions appear iasignifieant compared to regional emissions. However, the project's emissions would add cumulatively to local and regional air quality de~'adation. 10 JBX/5180003E1 EMISSION INVENTORY COMPARISON (YEAR 2000) (tons/day) Project Percentage PoUutant South Coast Ai~ Basin (SeCAB)a l~ojectb of SoCAB CO 3,885 1.506 0.039 TOG 1,638 0.167 0.010 SOx 137 0.307 0.224 a = SCAQMD, 1988 b -- Michael Brandman Analysis, 1988 Lo~a~ Al~ ~ualiW The impact of the proposed project on local air quality and the impact of the local air quality on the proposed project is assessed through the use of Caltrans Caline 4 air quality model, which allows microseale carbon monoxide (CO) concentrations to be estimated along roadway corridors or intersections. Exhibit 2 shows the locations for which the Caline 4 Model was used. Because of the relative inertness of CO in the photochemical smog formation process and the limitations of dispersion characteristics of the other air pollutant species, carbon monoxide is the most suitable tracer pollutant for micrnscale modeling. Secondary pollutants are a large- scale phenomenon, and are analyzed on a regional basis, rather than a lo~al one. Computer readouts for the Caline 4 Model appea~ in Appendix A and a brief' discussion to the model follows. Table 5 presents the results of the analysis for the wo~stocue wind angle and windspeed ~ondttions and is based on the following assumptions. ll ~BX/5180003E1 · The traffic volumes reflect existing (where roadways presently exist) and future traffic conditions of the Summit/Daycreek, Daycreek/HigRland, Cherry Avenue/Highland and 24th Avenue/Summit intersections. · The calculations assume a meteorological condition of almost no wind (1.5 meters/second), a flat topographical condition between the source and receptor and a mixing height of 1,000 meters. · CO concentrations are calculated for both a 1-hour and 8-bout averaging period, and then compared to the federal 1-hour and 8-hour standards. · Concentrations are reported in units of parts per million (ppm) at the receptor locations indicated in Exhibit 2. · The 1988 CO emission was used for existing conditions and the 1993 CO emission factor was used for future traffic conditions. · The CO emission factors used were interpolated using the State Air Resources Board EMFAC?PC, 1987. As can be seen from Table 5, the proposed project will increase local concentrations of carbon monoxide at the receptor points indicated in Exhibit 9.. The construction and/or extension of roadways within the project area will also introduce localized air emissions where today there are none. With the second worst-ease CO concentrations added in as background--a standard analysis methodology--the CO concentrations will not exceed state or federal 1-hour or 8-bout standards. However, as discussed previously, the project-related air emissions will incrementally contribute to the already poor local and regional air quality. Offsite Source Impacts to Project Development within the project site may be subject to dust impacts from operations at the proposed (and approved) sand and gravel operation located directly west of the project site. As discussed in the Fourth Street Rock Crusher F~IR (Michael Brandman Associates, 1986), uses located northeast of the sand and gravel facility may experience dust impacts in the afternoon due to the predominant winds being from the southwest at the time of the day. Potential dust impacts can, however, be mitigated at the source through the implementation of dust control measures outlined in the Fourth Street Rock Crusher EIR. Potential dust impacts, if any, would be more of a nuisance than a health hazard. 12 JBX/5180003E1 - TABLE 5 MAXIMUM CARBON MONOXIDE CONCENTRATIONS (parts per million) Carbon Monoxide Concentrations (1-bout/Shorn') Intersection F. xistin~ Future Future w/proposed Highway 30 Summlt/Dayereek Receptor 1 - 6.3/4.1 6.3 ~4.1 Receptor 2 - 6.9/4.8 6.9 ~4.8 Receptor 3 - 6.5/4.6 6.5 ~4.6 Receptor 4 - 6.9/4.8 6.9 ~4.8 Receptor 5 - 6.5/4.6 6.5 ~4.6 Receptor 6 - 6.9/4.8 6.9 ~4.8 Receptor 7 - 6.5/4.6 6.5 ;4.6 Receptor 8 - 6.9/4.8 6.9 ~4,8 Receptor 9 - 6,5/4.6 6.5 ~4,6 l~_~hland/Dayereek Receptor 1 6.2/4.3 7.8/5.5 8.4/5.9 Receptor 2 6.1/4.2 7.1/5.0 7.4/5.2 Receptor 3 6.2/4.3 7.9/5.5 8.5/6.0 Receptor 4 6.1/4.2 7.1/5.0 7.4/5.2 Receptor 5 6.2/4.3 7.7/5.4 8.4/5.9 Receptor 6 6.1/4.3 7.6/5.3 7.4/5.2 Reoeptor 7 6.2/4.3 7.6/6.3 ' 8.3/5.8 Receptor 8 6.1/4.2 7.0/4.9 7.4/5.2 Cherry Avenue/Highland Receptor i 6.2/4.3 7.5 '5.2 8.2/5.7 Receptor 2 6.2/4.3 6.9 '4.8 7.3/5.1 Receptor 3 6.2/4.3 7.6 '5.3 8.3/5.8 Receptor 4 6.2/4.3 6.9 '4.8 7.3/5.1 Receptor 5 6.2/4.3 7.6 '5.3 8.1/5.7 Receptor 6 6.2/4.3 6.9 '4.8 7.3/5.1 Receptor 7 6.2/4.3 7.5 '5.2 8.0/5.6 Receptor 8 6.2/4.3 6.9 '4.8 7.2/5.0 Summlt/24th Receptor 1 6.7 '4.7 6.7/4.7 Receptor 2 6.4 '4.9 6.4/4.5 Receptor 3 6.7 '4.7 6.7/4.7 Receptor 4 6.4 '4.5 6.4/4.5 Receptor 5 6.8 '4.8 6.8/4.8 Receptor 6 6.5 '4.6 6.5/4.6 Receptor 7 - 6.7 ~4.7 6.7/4.7 Receptor 8 6.4 ~4.5 6.4/4.5 = Roadways do not presently exist. 13 ~BX/5180003Elx Air Quality Management Plan The 1982 AQMP is based on SCAG's 1982 ~rowth forecasts, which are based on local general plans. The proposed development is consistent with the County of San Bernardino's General Plan and, therefore, consistent with the air quality management plan. MITIGATION MEASURES The following measures which are recommended by the SCAQMD could be implemented to reduce short-term (construction) impacts associated with implementation of the project: 1. During cleaning, grading, earth moving or excavation: a. Control fugitive dust by regular watering, paving construction roads, or other dust preventive measures as defined in District Rule 403. b. Maintain equipment engines in proper tune. 2. After clearing, grading, earth moving or excavation: a. Spread soil binders. b. Wet the area down, sufficient enough to form a crust on the surface with repeated soakings, as necessary, to maintain the crust and prevent dust pick up by the wind. Sweep streets should silt be carried over the adjacent public thoroughfares. 3. During construction: a. Use water trucks or sprinkler systems to keep all areas where vehicles move damp enough to prevent dust raised when leaving the site. b. Wet down areas in the late morning and after work is completed for the day. c. Use low sulfur fuel (.05% by weight) for construction equipment. 14 d-BX/5180003E1 4. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts. The following measures could be incorporated into the project to reduce long-term (operational) impacts associated with the proposed project. 5. Provide for convenient access to transit stops. Orient the project for transit convenience and accessibility. 6. Provide for easy pedestrian aeeass, through the maintenance of street lights, curbs, sidewalks and walk lights. '/. Include transit improvements tn the project dastgn, such as bus shelters, benches, and bus pockets in the streets. 8. Provide bikeways and convenient bicycle storage facilities. Energy conservation measures that could reduce.energy consumption and mitigate stationary source emission levels tnelude~ 9. Provide additional building energy conservation beyond that required by state or local regulation (such as energy efficient built-in appliances, optimum insulation and solar aeeass siting). 10. Include solar water heaters and pool heaters in homes with pools. 11. Provide energ~ efficient street lights. 12. Use extensive landseaplng to shade buildings. 15 3BX/5180003E1 REFERENCES California, State of. 1987. AQAT-2-Air ~uality Analysis Tools. Kunzman Associates. Etiwanda/Day Canyon Traffic Study. December 9, 1987. Michael Brandman Associates. Fourth Street Rock Crusher Day Creek Sand and Gravel Mining Operation and Reclamation Plan Final EIR, May 1986. South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). 1982-1985 Air Quality Data Summaries. South Coast Air Quality Management District. 1987. MAir Quality Handbook for Environmental Impact Reports.n South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). 1982. Draft Air Quality Management Plan. South Coast Air Qualtty Management District (SCAQMD). January 1988..Rules and Regulations. Southern California Association of Governments. 1985. SCAG-S2 Modified Forecast - Populationr Housingr Employment. Los Angeles, California. 16 ,IBX/518000$E1 University/Crest Planning Area .-. o .o ,,oo-. APPENDIX A CONSTRUCTION EMISSIONS Emission Factors for Heavy-Duty Diesel-Powered Construction Equipmenta/ POLLUTANT (gm/hr) Type Of Carbon Exhaust Nitrogen Sulfur Equipment Monoxide Hydrocarbons Oxides Oxides Particulates Tracktype 157.01 55.06 570.70 62.3 50.7 Tractor Wheeled 1622.77 85.26 575.84 40.9 61.5 Tractor Wheeledb) ._ .. -- 158 75 Dozer Scraper 568.19 128.15 1740.74 210 184 Motor 68.46 18.07 24.43 39 27.7 Grader Wheeled 259.58 113.17 858.19 82.5 77.7 Loader Tracktype 91.15 44.55 375.22 34.4 26.6 Loader Off-Highway 816.81 86.84 1889.16 206 116 Truck Roller 137.97 30.58 392.9 30.5 22.7 Miscel- 306.37 69.35 767.3 64.7 63.2 laneous a) Source: EPA-AP-42, Volume II, September 1985 b) The wheeled dozer HC/CO/NOx emissions are included in the off-highway truck category. Emission Factors for Heavy-Duty Gasoline-Powered Construction Equipment POLLUTANT (gm/hr) Evapo- Crank- Carbon Exhaust rative case Type of Mono- Hydro- Hydro- Hydro- Nitrogen Sulfur . Partic- Equipment oxide carbons carbons carbons Oxides Dioxide ulates Wheeled 10.g Tractor 4320 164 30.9 32.6 195 7.03 Motor 5490 186 30.0 37.1 145 7.59 9.4 Grader Wheeled 7060 241 29.7 48.2 235 10.6 13.5 Loader -- Roller 6080 277 28.2 55.5 164 8.38 11.8 Hiscel 7720 254 25.4 50.7 187 ]0.6 11.7 laneous .. Dust Emissions 1.2 tons per acre are of construction per month of activity, or 110 lbs. per acre per working day. Source for all above data: £PA-AP-42, Volume II, September 1985 Project Name : University Village Date : '4-22-198E~ Analysis Year = 1~95 Temperature = 75 EMFAC7 VERSION : EMFAC7C ... 1/4/87 Unit Type Trip Rate Size Tot Trips Single Family Housing 10.0/Unit 1582 15820 Neighborhood Commercial 120.0/1000 Sqf 115 13800 School 1. O/Student ~500 500 Resi denti al Commerci al Home-Wot k Home-Sh op Home-Ot h er Wot k Trip Length 8.8 5.2 5.2 8.1 5.5 % Started Cold 88.2 40.1 58.0 77.2 27.0 Trip Speed ~5 55 55 55 55 Percent Trip 27.~: ~..~ 51.5 Vehicle Fl~etmix Vehicle Type Percent Type Leaded Unleaded Diesel Light Du~y A~.~tos ~2.8 1.5 ~5.~ 2.6 Trucks 14.5 2.4 ~.~ 2.~ Light Duty Medium ~uty Trucks 4.~ 5.~ ~4.2 0~0 Heavy Duty Trucks ~.~ 55.5 66.7 N/A Heavy Duty Trucks ~....9 N/A N/A 100.0 Motorcycl es O. ~ 100.0 N/A N/A Project Emissions Report in Lb/Day Unit Type TO8 CO NOX Single Family Housing 180.4 1600.2 280.0 Neighborhood Commerci~l 147.1 1264.6 262.8 School 5.4 4&.7 9.6 EMFACTPC EMISSION FACTORS VERSION :EMFACTC .., 1/4/S7 YEAR : 1985 TEMPERATURE : 75 PERCENT VMT COLD : 26.8 PERCENT VMT HOT : 20.5 GRAMS PER MILE Speed TOG CO NOX 50 MPH 1.90 19.92 2.41 Idle Emission Factors Total Organic Gases 0.42 Grams/Minute Carbon Monoxide 5.10 Grams/Minute Nitrogen Oxide 0.~2 Grams/Minute EMFAC7PC EMISSION FACTORS VERSION :EMFAC7C ... I/4/87 YEAR : 1~0 TEMPERATURE : 75 PERCENT VMT COLD : 28.0 PERCENT VMT HOT : 19.© GRAMS PER MILE Speed TOG CO NOX 50 MF'H 1.0~ 11.28 1.70 Idle Emission Factors Total Organic Gases 0.19 Grams/Minute Carbon Monoxide 1.98 Grams/Minute Nitrogen Oxide 0.17 Grams/Minute EMFACTPC EMISSION FACTORS VERSION :EMFAC7C .,. 1/4/87 YEAR : 1~5 TEMPERATURE : 75 PERCENT VMT COLD : 28.A PERCENT VMT MDT : 19.Cl GRAMS PER MILE Speed TOG CO NOX 5(> MF'H O. ~ 1 c~. 85 1.55 Idle Emission Factors Total Organic Gases 0. 16 Grams/Minute Carbon Monoxide 1.87 Grams/Minute Nitrogen Oxide O. 16 Grams/Minute REPORT FC, F~ FiLE : DAYCF~.K 1. Site Variables U= 1.5 M/S ZO= 10E. t:, CM BRG= 150.A DEGREES VD= (~.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS'-- 0.0 CM/S MIXH= ll:~O0.O M AMS= 0.0 PPM SlGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 19.0 DEGREE (C> 2. Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VPH (G/MI) A. 1 0 0 0 529 AG 240 10. B. 2 0 0 0 -5~ AG 550 10.6 0.0 19.0 C. 5 0 0 -505 0 AG 2190 10.6 O. 0 52.0 D. 4 0 0 505 0 AG 5870 10.6 0.0 32.0 · MIXW · L R STPL DCLT ACCT SPD EFI IC'Ti LINK * (M) (M) (M) (SEC) (SEC) (MPH) NCYC NDLA VPHO (G/MIN) (SEC) (SEC) A. 0 0 0 0.0 ~ 0 0 0 0 ~. 0 0 0 C). 0 0.0 0 0 0 C. 0 0 0 O. 0 0.0 0 0 0 C) O. ~) O. 0 O. 0 D. 0 0 0 O. [~ O. 0 0 0 0 0 O. 5. Receptor Coordinate~ X Y Z RECEPTOR 1 -24 244 I 5 RECEPTOR 2 ~0 50 i 3 RECEPTOR 5 ~0 ~0 i 5 RECEPTOR ~ -50 -50 I ~ RECEPTOR 5 -&O -&O I 5 RECEPTOR ~ -50 50 1 5 RECEPTOR 7 -~0 80 1.5 RECEPTOR 8 50 -50 1.5 RECEPTO~ ~ ~0 -&O 1.5 REPDF4T FDA FILE : H1GHLAI'4D 1. S~te Varim. bles U= 1,5 M/S ZO= 108.0 CM BRG= 150.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= 11':~.0 M AMC= 0,0 PPM SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 1~.0 DEGREE (C> LINK * LINi< COORDINATES (M) * EF H DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VP~ (G/MI) 1 0 0 0 505 AG 5,~0 15. ~ O. 0 ~ "' 0 0 -505 AG 5~ 0 i 3.4 ¢~. 0 · L R STPL OCLT ACCT SPD EFI II, T1 LINK · (M) (M) (M) (SEC) (SEC) (MF'~4> NCYC NDLA VPHO (G, M1N~ (SEC) A. 0 0 O O. 0 O. 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 O. B. 0 O 0 O. 0 O. O 0 0 O 0 O. 0 O. 0 ~. Receptor Coordinmtes X Y Z RECEPTOR 1 5~:) 50 1.5 RECEPTOR 2 6o 60 1.5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 -50 1.5 RECEPTOR 4 -60 -60 1.5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 30 1..--", RECEPTOR 6 -E,O 60 1.5 RECEPTOR 7 50 -50 1. ,5 RECEPTOR 8 6¢1 -60 1. ?, REPOF~7 FOF F1;E : HIGHA 1. Site Variables U= 1.S M/S ZO= IOS. O CM BRG= 150.111 DESREES VD= A.O CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= 111)00.0 M AMB= I:~.O PPM SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 19.0 DEGREE 2. Link Descriptien LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M> * EF DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VPH (G/MI> A. I 0 0 0 505 A~ 55~0 10. ~ O. e~. B. 2 0 0 0 -305 A~ 3870 ZO. ~ O. 0 C. 5 0 0 -505 0 AG 5570 10.6 0.0 D. 4 0 0 505 0 AG 1850 10.~ 0.0 · MI · L E E:TpL DELT ACCT SF'D EF I LINK * (M) (M) (M) (SEC) (SEC) (MPH) NCYC NDLA VPHO (G/MIN) (SEC) A. 0 0 0 0.0 . 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 B. 0 0 0 0.0 O. h 3 0 0 0 0.0 O.C' C. 0 C 0 0.0 O. 0 0 0 0 0 O. 0 O. 0 D. 0 0 c, C,.O 0.0 0 0 0 0 '. l) 0.0 5. Receptor Coordinates X Y Z RECEPTOR 1 .'?.0 5(1~ 1. ---'. RECEPTOR 2 60 60 1.5 RECEPTOR 3 -50 -50 1.5 RECEF'TO~' 4 -,Se, -60 1 · 5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 50 1 · 5 RE~EF'TOR ~ -~0 ~0 1 · ~ RECEF'TOR 7 30 -50 1. ~ RECEPTOR 8 ~C) -~0 1.5 MODEL RESU,' TS FOR FILE DAYCRK * PRED *WIND ~ COCN/LINK * CONC * BR~ * (F'F'M> RECEPTOR * (PPM) *(DEG>* A B C D RECPT 1 * 0.5 * 156 * 0.1 0.0 0.0 RECF'T 2 * 0.~ * 112 * 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.9 REDF'T 5 * 0.5 * 127 * 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.5 RECPT 4 * 0.9 * 70 * 0.0 O. 1 0. 1 0.8 RECPT 5 * 0.5 * 64 * 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.5 RE~F'T 6 * 0.9 * 110 * 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.8 RECF'~ 7 * 0.5 * 116 * 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.5 0.9 * ~8 · 0 0 0 0 0 0 0. RECPT 8 RECPT ~ * 0.5 * 5~ * 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.5 MODEL RESULTS FOR FILE HIGHLAND * PRED *WIND * COCN/LINK * CONC * BRG * (PPM) RECEPTOR ~: (PF'M) ~, (DEG)* A B ........... . ..... ]-.---]-. I RECPT I · 0.~ * 20~ * 0.0 0.2 R~F'T 2 * 0.1 * 2~1 * 0.0 0.1 RECF'T 3 * 0.2 * 22 * 0.2 0.0 RECF'T 4 ~ 0.1 * 31 * 0. 1 0.0 RECF'T 5 * 0.2 * 158 * 0.0 0.2 RECPT 6 * 0. 1 * 149 * 0.0 O. 1 RECPT 7 * 0.2 * 558 * 0.2 0.0 RECPT 8 * O. i * 529 * 0. 1 0. 0 MODEL RESULTS FO~ FILE HIGHA * PRED *WIND * COON/LINK * CONC * BRG * (PPM) RECEPTOR * (PPM) * (DEG)* A B C D RECPT 1 * 1.8 * 247 * 1.0 0. i 0.7 0.1 RECPT 2 * 1. 1 * 246 * 0.6 ©.0 0.4 0.0 RECPT 5 * 1.c~ * lc~ * 1. I 0.2 O.& 0.0 RECPT 4 * 1.1 * 25 * O.& 0. 1 0.4 0.0 RECPT 5 * 1.7 * 158 * 0.5 0.8 0.~ 0.0 RE,PT 6 * 1.0 * 156 * 0.4 0.5 0.2 0.1 RECPT 7 * 1.& * 55~ * 1.1 0.2 O. 1 0.5 RECPT 8 * 1.A * 516 * 0.4 0.5 0.2 0.1 MODEL RESULTS FOR FILE HIGHB * PRED *WIND * COON/LINK * CONC * BRG * (PPM) RECEPTOR * (PPM) *(DEG>~ A B C D RECPT i * 2.4 * 245 * 1.5 0.2 0.'7 O· 1 RECPT 2 * 1.4 * 244 * 0.~ O. I 0.4 0.0 R~PT 5 * 2.5 * 21 * 1.~ 0.3 0.6 0.0 REOPT 4 * 1.4 * 52 * 0.8 0.2 0.5 0.0 RECPT 5 * 2.4 * 157 * 0.4 1.5 0.6 0.0 RECPT ~ * 1.4 * 156 * £).~ 0o5 0.2 O. 1 RECPT 7 * 2.5 * 558 * 1.6 0.5 O. 1 0.5 RECPT 8 * 1.4 * 516 * 0.~ 0.5 0.2 O. 1 REPO~.T FOR FILE : CHERRY2 1. Site Variables U= 1,5 M/S ZO= 108,0 CM BRG= 180.0 DEGREES VD= 0,0 CM/S CLASS= P STABILITY VS= 0,0 CM/S MIXH~ 1000,0 M AMB= 0.0 PPM SIG~H= 20,0 DEGREES TEMP= 19,0 DEGREE (C) 2. Link Dsscription LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M> * EF H DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VF'H (G/MI) (M) (~'~, A, I 0 0 0 244 AG 5570 10, ~ O, 0 42.0 B. 2 0 0 0 -244 AG 5400 10, C, 5 0 0 -244 0 D, 4 0 0 2~4 0 AG 1080 10~ 0,0 42. C ' 5. Recsptor Coordinates X Y Z RECEPTOR 1 50 ~0 1,~ RECEPTOR 2 60 ~0 1,5 ~CEPTOR 5 -50 -~0 1,5 RECEPTOR 4 -60 -~0 1,5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 50 1,5 RECEPTOR & -bO ~0 1,5 RECEPTOR 7 50 -50 1,5 RECEPTOR 8 ~0 -~0 1,5 REPORT FOP Fi: E : CHEERY1 1, Site Variables U= 1.5 M/S ZO= 1(:)8.0 CM BRG= 180.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH--- 1000,0 M AMB= 0,0 PF'M SIGTH= 20,0 DEGREES TEMP= 19,0 DEGREE (C) ~ Link Description LINK · LINK COORDINATES <M) * EF H DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y?' · TYPE Vf'H A. I 0 0 0 244 AG 510 1 B. 2 0 0 0 -244 AG 510 15, 4 O, 0 ~ ~'. 0 C, 5 0 0 -244 0 AG 400 13,4 O. 0 -.i ~ ' D, 4 0 0 244 0 AG 80 ~ L R E:TF'L DCL]' ACCT SF'D EFI II'Ti ii)'[2 LINK * (M) (M> (M) (SEC) (SEC) (MPH) NCYC NDLA VPHO (G/MIN) (SEC> (SEC B. ¢ 0 0 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0. C, 0 0 0 O. 0 0.0 0 0 C 0 O. D. 0 0 0 0. ¢ 0.0 0 0 0 5. Receptor Coordinates X Y Z RECEPTOR 1 ~0 ~0 1 RECEPTOr: 2 60 60 1 RECEPTOR 5 -SO -50 l RECEPTOR 4 -60 -60 1 RECEPTOR 5 -50 50 1 RECEF'TO~ 6 -60 60 1 RECEPTOR 7 50 -50 1 5 ~ECEF'TOR 8 60 -60 1 REPOF;] FOP FILE : 24TH 1. Site Variables U= 1.5 M/~ ZO= 108.0 CM BRG= iBO. O DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MI×H= 1000.0 M AMS= 0.0 PPM SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 19.0 DEGREE 2. Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF H DESCRIPTION * ~1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VPH (S/MI) A. I 0 0 0 -5~& AS 21~0 10.6 0.0 56.C B. 2 0 0 -195 0 AS 1420 10.6 0.0 C. 5 0 0 195 0 AG 970 10.6 0.0 56. 5. Receptor Coordinates X Y Z RECEPTOR 1 50 50 1.5 RECEPTOR 2 60 60 1.5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 -50 1.5 RECEPTOR 4 -&O -60 1.5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 50 1.5 RECEPTOR & -~0 60 1.5 RECEPTOR ? 50 -50 1.5 RECEPTOR 8 60 -60 1.~ REPORT FOR FiLE : CHERF:Y3 1. Site Variables U= 1.5 ffl/S ZO= 1,' ~. 0 CM BRG= 180.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= 1000.0 M AMB= 0.0 PPM SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 19.0 DEGREE 2. Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF H DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VF'H (E:/MI) (M) A. i 0 0 0 244 AG 7870 B. 2 0 0 0 -244 AG 5~00 10. C. 5 0 ('~ -244 0 A~ ~i~n 10. . 4 0 0 244 0 AG 1080 10.6 0 · NIXW · L F: S~PL DCLT ACCT SF'D EF I i D~ i I D] 2 LINK * (M) (M) (M) (SEC) (SEC) (MPH) NCYC NDLA VF'H3 A. * 0 0 0 O. 0 O. 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 (:'. 0 ~. 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 ,l,..' C. 0 0 0 O. 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 C,, 0 O. 0 D. 0 0 0 . ) 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 X , Y Z RECEPTOR 1 50 50 1.5 RECEPTOR 2 60 60 1.5 RECEPTOR 3 -50 -50 1.5 RECEPTOR 4 -60 -60 1.5 -50 50 1 5 ~ECEPTOR 5 RECEPTOR 6 -60 60 1.5 RECEPTOR 7 50 -50 1.5 RECEPTOR 8 60 -60 1.5 MODEL RESULTS FOR FILE CHEERY1 I. * PRED *WIND * COCN/LIN~:i i * CONC * BRG * (F'F'M) I RECEF'TOR * (FPM) * (DEG)* A B C D RECPT 1 * 0.2 * 248 * RECPT 2 * O. 2 * 24,'--', * RECPT ~ * 0.2 * 22 * O. I 0.0 O. 1 0.0 RECPT 4 * 0.2 * 2~, * RECPT 5 * 0.2 * 158 * O.A 0.1 0.1 0.0 RECFIT 6 * 0.2 * 151 * 0.0 C).1 0.1 0.0 RECPT 7 * 0.2 * 292 * RECPT 8 *. 0.2 ~ 297 * 0.0 O. 1 O. 1 O.D MODEL RESULTS FOR FILE CHERRY2 * PRED *.WIND * COCN/LINK * CONC * BRG * (PPM? RECEPTOR * (F'F'M) * (DEG)* A B C D RECPT 2 * 0.~ · 246 * 0.4 0.0 0.4 0.0 RECF'T 5 · i.6 · 25 * 0.7 0.2 0.7 0.0 RECF'T 4 * 0.9 * ~5 * 0.4 O. 1 0.4 0.0 RECF'T 5 * 1,~ * 157 * 0.2 0.7 0.7 RECPT 6 * 0.~ * 155 * 0.1 0.4 0.4 RECPT 8 * 0.~ * 2~4 * 0.0 0.4 0.4 MODEL RESULTS FOR FILE CHERRY'3, * PRED *WIND * COSN/LINK * CONE * BRG * (PPM> RECEPTOR * (PPM) * (DEG)* A B C D RECPT 1 * 2.2 · 247 * 1.5 O. i 0.5 0.1 RECPT 2 * 1.5 * 246 * [).8 O. 1 0.5 0.0 RECPT 5 * 2.5 * 25 * 1.4 0.4 0.5 0.0 RECPT 4 * 1.~. * 29 * 0.8 O. 1 0.3 0.0 RECPT 5 * 2.1 * 15! * 0.6 1.0 0.5 0.0 RECPT ~ * 1.5 * 155 * 0.~ 0.4 0.2 0.1 ~ RECPT 7 * 2.0 * ~57 * 1.4 0.4 O. 1 0.2 RECPT 8 * 1.2 * 51~ * 0.5 0.4 0.2 0,1 MODEL RESULTS FOR fILE 24TH * PRED *WIND * EDEN/LINK *CONC * BRG * (PPM> RECEPTOR * (PPM) *(DEB>* A B E RECF'T 1 * 0.7 * 1¢;7 * 0.5 0.0 0.2 RECPT 2 * 0.4 * 20~ * 0.5 0.0 0.1 RECPI 5 * 0.7 * 70 * 0.4 O. 1 0.2 RECPT 4 * 0.4 * ~5 * 0.5 0.0 0.1 RECPT 5 * 0.8 * 1~5 ~ 0.5 0.5 0.0 RECPT 6 * 0.5 * 156 * 0.5 0.2 0.0 RE~F'T 7 * 0.7 * 28~ * 0.4 0.5 0.0 AECPT 8 * 0.4 * 2~5 * 0.5 0.2 0.0 REPORT FOR PILE : SUMMIT1 1. Sits Variables U= 1 · 5 M/S ZO= 108. lli CM BRG= 180.0 DEGREES VD= ¢].0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= 100A.0 M AMB= 0.0 PF'M SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 19.0 DEGREE (C) 2. Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF H DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYF'E ' VPH (G/MI) (M~ A. ~ 0 0 0 305 AG 10 ]~.4 O. B. 2 0 0 -505 0 AG 10 15.4 0.0 19.0 C. 5 0 0 305 0 AG 50 13.4 0.0 i · MIXW · L R STPL DCLT ACCT SPD EFI IITI LINK * (M) (M> (M) (SEC) (SEC) (MPH) NCYC NDLA VPHO (G/MIN) (SEC) (SEE A. 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 B. 0 0 0 0.0 O. 0 0 0 0 0 O. :1) C'. C C. ~:' C. 0 0 0 0,0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 O. 0 0.,' 5. Receptor Coordinates X Y Z RECEPTOR 1 50 50 1. $ RE~EF-'TOR 2 60 60 1.3 RECEPTOR 5 -30 -50 i. 5 RECEPTOR 4 -&O -60 1.5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 50 1.5 RECEPTOR ~ -~0 ~0 1.5 RECEPTOR 7 5r -50 i. ~ RECEPTOR 8 ~0 -~0 1 5 FOR FiLE : SUMMIT2 1. Sit~ Variables U= 1.5 M/S ZD= 10~.0 CM BRG--- 180.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH--- 1000o0 M AMB= 0.0 PPM SIGTH= ?'0.0 DEGREES TEMP= 1~.0 DEGREE 2. Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VPH (G/MI) 0 0 0 505 AG 220 10. ~ 0 0 -505 0 AG 240 10. ~ ~ 0 0 505 0 AG 780 15.4 0 0 505 0 AG 10~0 10, ~ 5. Receptor Coordinmtes X Y Z RECEPTOR I 50 50 1.5 RE~EF'TOR 2 60 60 1.5 REOEPTOR ~ -~0 -~0 1.~ RECEPTOR 4 -60 -&O 1.5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 50 1.5 RECEFTO~ 6 -60 60 1.5 RECEPTOR 7 50 -50 1.5 RECEPTOR 8 60 -60 1.5 APPENDIX D BIOLOGICAL ASSESSNENT BIOLOGICAl, RESOURCES ASSESSMENT UNIVERSITY/CREST PLANNING AREA PLANNED UNI~_' DEVELOPMENT Prepared for: Land Plan Desig~ Group 230 lqewport Center Drive, Suite 200 l~ewport Beach, California 92660 (714) 720-1198 Contact: Jess Harris Prepared by: Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. 2530 Red Hill Avenue Santa Aha, California 92705 (714) 250-5555 Contact: H. Lee Jones, Ph.D. May 1988 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Pa~e 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................. 1-1 2 RESOURCE DESCRIPTION ..................................... 2-1 Regional Overview ........................................... 2-1 Site Charanterlzation, Southern Parcel .......................... 2-1 Vegetation .............................................. 2-3 Wildlife ................................................ 2-? Site Charaetarization, Northern Parcel ......................... 2-9 Vegetation ............................................. 2-9 Wildlife ................................................ 2-10 Sensitive Biological Resources, Southern Parcel ................. 2-13 Vegetation ............................................. 2-14 Wildlife ................................................ 2-15 Habitat .................................. ~ ............. 2-15 Sensitive Biological Resources, Northern Parcel ............... ,.2-16 3 EKVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AKD RECOMMENDED MITIGATION ................................................. 3-1 Vegetation ................................................... 3-2 Wildlife ....................................................... 3-3 Sensitive Species ............................................. 4 REFERENCES CITED .......................................... 4-1 Appendix - Floral and Faunal Compendia i JBX/5180002Dlt SECTION ! INTRODUCTION This biological resources assessment has been prepared as a technieal appendix for the University/Crest Planned Development application to be submitted to the County of San Bernardino. The biotic composition of the project site is described in this report from information compiled ttu-ough field reconnaissance, supplemented by existing documentation of biological rasourees within the project vicinity (MBA 1985, 1987; Engineering-Science 1986). The site was surveyed on foot by the firm of Michael Brandman Assoeiatas, Inc. (MBA) in late March and early April 1988. Weather at the time of the survey was warm, with a temperature range of ?0°F to 80°F during the day, mostly elear skies and genera/ly light northerly winds to occasionally stron~ southerly winds. The site eonsists of two parels about 2 miles apart~ one to be developed and one to be retained in open space. The physical nature of the property did not permit a complete systematic examination of all the vefIetation within its confines. However, the southern parcel of the site was surveyed in its entirety. Areas in the northern pareel too remote to survey adequately were characterized by inference, based upon survey results from similar, more accessible areas. Floral constituents encountered were recorded. Expected faunal use of the site was derived from survey results combined with documented habitat preferences of regional wildlife species that, whether or not recorded durin~ the survey~ are considered to include the project area within their range. Habitat types and sensitive resources were mapped in the field with the aid of a '~,000-scale (1" = 2,000') topo~'aphical map and a 400-scale black-and-white aerial photograph. 1-1 JBX/518000~D1 SECTION 2 RESOURCES DESCRIPTION RL~GIONAL OVI~RVIEW The project site, approximately 1100 acres, is composed of two disjunet areas located in the western San Barnardino Valley and southern San Gabriel Mountain range. The southern parcel of the project site rests on the alluvial slopes that form the southern mar~in of the San Gabriel Mountains. The northern parcel of the p~ojeet site lies in the San Barnardino National Forest, and is composed of Day Canyon and the ridges and slopes adjacent to Day Canyon. The San Gabriel Mountains are · transverse range with many ~uL'Eed watersheds on their southern flank flowing into the Los Angeles, San Gabriel and Santa Ann river drainages. The region lies near the junction of the San Gabriel and San Bernardino ranges with the pass between them leading to the Mojave Desert. This area is transitional between -. the intensely hot and arid climate characteristic of the Mojave and Colorado deserts and the milder Mediterranean-type climate characteristic of the eoastal slope of Southern California. SITE CHARACTERIZATION~ SOUTHERN PARCEL The southern and northern areas of the project site are located on United States Geological Survey (USGS) topoEraphic map, Cucamonga Peak quadrangle (southern parcel: TIN, R6W, N1/2 and SW1/4 SW1/4, Sec. 20; NWl/4 and Wl/2 NWl/4 NWl/4 and W1/4 SW1/4 SW1/4, Sec. 29. Northern parcel: T2N, RTW, SE1/4 SE1/4 SE1/4, Sec. 36; TIN, R7W, NWl/4 NWl/4 NWl/4, See. 1; TIN, RSW, S1/2 NWl/4 NWl/4 and S1/2 NE1/4 NWl/4 and N1/2 SW1/4 NWl/4 and SE1/4 NWl/4 and S1/2 S1/2 NE1/4 and El/2 SW1/4 and SE1/4, Sac. 6; NE1/4 and SE1/4, See. ?). The southern parcel (approximately 425 acres) is bordered by Day Creek on the west and natural open space on the north (Exhibit 1). The eastern border of this parcel runs parallel to Etiwanda Avenue, but only along the northern half of this section. Southeast of the southern parcel is a rectangular area of disturbed, partially habitated land, adjacent to Henley Street. Etiwanda Avenue at the northeastern border of the southern parnel is bordered entirely by natural open land. Highland 2-1 ,1BX/5180002D1 Avenue (future Route 30) eonstltutes the southern border of this parcel. The land south of Highland Avenue is occupied by a housing development projeet nearing eompletion during the time of the survey. North of the southern parcel of the project site, Day Canyon Wash widens to form a large floodplain. Day Creek, a tributary of Day Canyon Wash, runs along the western border of this parcel and has been ehannelized by a downs]ope levee reinforced with concrete. The northern portion of this channel is undergoing continued mechanical activity. Parallel and adjacent to Day Creek is a land easement owned by the Southern California Edison Company (SCE). Also located just within the western border of the southern parcel at about mid-site, is a borrow pit left over from past mining activity (eirea unknown). Borrow pits were generally used as depositories for the stony material removed during mining operations or as an excavation area for retrieving fit! material, lqo active mines exist on the site. A network of additional SC£ easements ernss the southern parcel. An oeeupied and funetiona! water-treatment plant lies in the renter of this parcel Several unpaved roads crisscross the site in this pareel, providing access to the water-treatment plant and to the interior of the site. Near the southern portion of the southern parcel lie the remains of an old barbed-wire fence of unknown origin. Remnant grape vines suggest that this section was at one time occupied by a vineyard in the vicinity of the now disintegrating fence. Crossing the lower southeast corner of this parcel ' diagonally is a concrete-reinforced t'lood-eontrnl levee supplied with downslope water-drainage pipes. This levee appears to have been reoently constructed and may have been built to proteet the development site below Highland Avenue from flooding. The terrain near Highland Avenue slopes gradually to the north. The elevational grade of the southern paree! ranges from 1,498 feet in the south to 2,000 feet in the north. 2-2 JBX/SI80002D1 %']~G ETATION Vegetation on the southern parcel of the project site is dominated by mature (old° L~owth) and intermediate stages of Rivarsidian alluvial fan scrub, with a patch of chaparral and two riparian washes occurring in the northeastern portion of the section. In addition, several disturbed areas are found on this parcel, as well as scattered normative shrubs and trees most likely representing the remains of earlier habitation of the site. Sixty-three plant species representing 30 families have been recorded on the southern parcel. Of the recorded species, 15 (2496) are normative. A llst of plant species recorded on the site is provided in Table A-1 of the Appendix. Plant community designations used in this report s~e according to the classification system of Munz and Keck (1959) as amplified by Thorne (1976)' and Axelrod (1978). The distribution of each community on the site is shown in Exhibit 1. The floral -- composition of the plant communities on the site Is described below. Alluvial Fan Scrub Riversidian alluvial fan scrub occupies most of Day Canyon Wash and its associated floodplain, including the hydl'ologieally less active areas of the project site. Most of the natural community on the southern section consists of a blending of mature and intermediate alluvial fan scrub. Rive~sidian alluvial fan scrub is found on gravelly alluvial fans along the southern margin of the San Gabriel and San Bernardino mountains. The Day Canyon Wash exhibits one of the few remaining locales of old-~'owth alluvial fan woodland in the region and the last extensive habitat area within the East Etiwanda and Day Canyon watarsheds. This habitat has recently been placed in threat of elimination by the approval of flood eontrol improvements to Day Canyon, Day Creek and the flood plain of Day and Etiwanda Canyons. This subject is further discussed in Section 3 of' this report. 2-3 ,IBX/S18000~D1 Alluvial fan scrub plant communities are subject to varying levels of natur&l disturbance resulting from flooding and are dependent upon periodic flooding for their existence. Because of this circumstance, the aUuvial fan vegetation can be viewed as existing in three integrated successional stages (Smith 1980). ?he first or' these, pioneer stage, occurs in recently flood-abraded washes largely ba~e of vegetation and strewn with larger cobbies and boulders. The second stage (intermediate) is composed of terranes, free from disturbance for at least 30 years, sufficient time for enough soil to accumulate and support woody shrubs. The third stage, mature ot old-growth alluvial fan scrub, has been free from flood disturbance for at least 50 yeats and has developed a mote complex structure, with small trees, woody shrubs, subshrubs and small areas of open gtusland. Of the three successional stages, both mature and intermediate alluvial fan scrub are currently present within the site boundaries of the southern parcel. Mature 'alluvial fan scrub offers the highest quality habitat for plants and wildlife, and contains the greatest diversity of plant and animal species. Mature alluvial fan scrub occupies the southwestern portion of the southern parcel. North of this area the plant species become gradually more representative of intermediate stage alluvial fan scrub, and in the northeastern corner of the southern parcel there is integration with chaparral species. On the lower half of the southern parcel mature alluvial fan scrub dominates th8 plant community. These areas consist of rocky, thin soils with minimal water- holding capacity. The ground cover is dominated by California buckwheat (Erio[~onum fascieulatum.) with a moderate density of mature birch-leaf mountain mahogany (Cercoearpus betuloidas). On the upper portion of the southern parcel the vegetation is more typical of intermediate alluvial fan scrub, the dominant species being white sage (Salvia apiana). Other shrubs common in this area include coastal sagebrush (Artemisia ealiforniea), scale-broom (Lepidospartum squamatum), California croton (Croton ealifornicus), and deerweed (Lotus scoparius). This area supports other scattered shrub speeias associated with chaparral and coastal sage scrub vegetation. 2-4 3BX/5180002DI In the northeastern corner of the southern parcel ehapa~T~l species such a~ whitethorn (Ceanothus leueodePmts) ~eome the dominant species, lndte~tin~ ehan~e tn eommunit~ f~om intePmediate ~uvi~ fan scrub to ~uvi~ ~e~ t~t have been minim~l~ disturbed fo~ a sufficient numbe~ of and that have well-developed soils with consistent unde~ound o~ surface moistu~e~ suppoPt the most well-developed alluvial ve~etstion onsite. The~ oeeu~ within the southern and noPthe~te~ a~e~. This we~ developed old~owth a~ea may ~ep~esent a ~emnant pocket or vegetation that ~ ~en cut orr f~m additional flood flows the ehannelization of flows f~om Da~ Canyon. Domin~t species o~eu~in~ in this small woodland include bi,eh-leaf mountain maho~sn~ and C~ifo~i~ buckwheat. The seattePed C~iro~ia black w~nut tPees (J~la~ e~l~oPnlea) o~u~in~ on the southern section of the p~ojeet site ~e ~e]ativel~ sm~ in structure ~omp~ed with the s~me species in mo~e eo~t~ location. A ~ew ind[vidu~s of medium~lzed ean~on oa~ (que~eus e~olep~) and a single tu~binate oak (que~c~ tu~binelIa) were found In this paPeel. The ean~on oa~ a~e located beside the most ~aina~e eh~nne~ ne~ the Day C~eek levee and in the upslope dPaina~e, channels which ~un parallel to the e~t-west ~unnin[ ~oa~. These ~aina~e channels were ePeated b~ the development of levees fo~ ~o~d surfaces situated in the middle or the southePn parcel. The tu~binate o~k oea~s j~t ~low the e~te~n end of the loweP ~lood control levee. The well-developed ~lluvi~ woo~and so[~ ~ound here support a dense eoveP composed o~ ~ass~ tnte~tiees and s~ubs. Common species include ~edberr~ (Rhamnus ~ee~), c~pa~r~l white,horn snd squaw bush (Rhus trilobata). C~p~ A dele patch (15 ae~es) of chaparral wh~tet~o~n o~eu~ in t~e no~theaste~ eo~ne~ of the southern paPeel. This sm~l chaparral eommunlty is well developed, with little open space to support unde~to~ ~owth. The p~teh ts cut by dPaina~e ehanne~ ~nd two ~ipa~ian w~hes (described below). Stunted C~tfo~ia s~eamo~e t~ees (Platanus · aeemosa) oeeuP spoPadieally in the la~e~ ~aina~e channels and in the ~ipa~ian w~hes. OtheP species oeeu~Pin~ in the ~aina~e e~nne~ include holly-leaved (P~unus illeifolia) and poison-oak (~oxieodendPon divePsilobum). 2-5 ,]BX/5].8000'2D! Riparian Habitat Crossing the northeastern portion of the southern section of the site are two seasonally watered eobbly washes. These washes support a moderately spaced string of California sycamores that follows the washes through the site and beyond the site boundaries to the north and east. Although a single arroyo willow (Saiix lasioleDis) was located just offsite in the easternmost channel, no other wetland species were observed. A separate drainage in the southwestern portion of the southern parcel identified on the USGS topographic map, was found to be much less hydrologically active, containing elements similar to the surrounding alluvial fan scrub. It ls likely that the drainage activity of this channel has been reduced by the prevention of natural overbank flooding due to the presenee of the levee built along Day Creek. There is a small (approximately 0.8 aere) reservoir of unknown use and origin located on the northeastern portion of the southern parcel situated to receive water from the westernmost of the two main natural drainage channels. Though capable of holding a substantial amount of water, the supply of this steeply-sided reservoir pit has diminished to only about 100 gallons. There are no aquatic or wetland plant species. occurring in the pond, and It is probably too recently established and transient in nature to sustain a typical pond community. Normative Trees and Shrubs Scattered throughout the southern section of the site are ornamental and agricultural trees and shrubs, probably remnants of earlier habitation. Fig (.Fieus cariea), apricot (Prunus armeniaea ap.) and red gum (Eucalyptus eamaldulensis) trees are found sporadically in the northern portion of this parcel while olive trees (Olea europaea) and occasional ~'rape vines (Vitis sp.) oeeur near the southern boundary. 2-6 JBX/5180002D1 Near the southwestern boundary of the southern section a ~'oup of several olive trees are arranged in rows at right angles forming a square, and along these rows are the remains of an old barbed-wire/chicken-wire fence. This fence no longer provides any substantial deterrent to animal movement on the site. The olive trees provide nesting areas for several bird species. Disturbed Areas Approximately 100 acres of the southern parcel have been recently burned. These uniformly shaped areas are represented by two rectangular swatches which cross diagonaUy over the middle of the western half of this parcel. The purpose of this apparently controlled burn is unknown. These areas are in the process of natural reve~'etation by alluvial fan scrub species, especially white sage and deerweed. Other disturbed areas include devegetated ~,round in the immediate vicinity of the * - water-treatment plant (approximately 23 acres) and several unpaved roads which cross the southern parcel. WILDLIFE The southern section of the site can be expected to support much of the wildlife characteristic of typical alluvial fan scrub habitat. Many wildlife species expected to occur are not restricted to a single plant community and may forage in an array ct' dissimilar communities. Many of these species are common and widespread, although some exhibit narrower habitat preferences. Discussed below are those species that would most likely utilize the site. A list of wildlife observed or expected in this parcel is presented in Table A-2 of the Appendix. ReptUes and Amphibians No species of amphibians were observed during the present survey. Because the presence of water is seasonal onsite, amphibians are not expected to be abundant in the southern parcel, and those likely to be present are limited to the western spadefoot toad (Seaphiopus ham mondi) and red-spotted toad (Bufo punetatus). 2-7 ,18X/5180002D1 The western fence lizard (Seeloporus oeeidentalis), side-blotched lizard (Uta stansburiana) and western whiptail (Cnemidophorus ti~'is) were observed throughout the southern parcel. The San Diego coast horned lizard (Phrynosoma eoronatum) was observed near the site in the lower San Sevaine Basin in May 1988 (Engineering- Science 1986). This species is discussed more thoroughly in the following section. Snakes expected in this seetlon of the project area include the racer (Coluber constrictor), common kin~snake (Lampropeltls getulus), western rattlesnake (Crotalus viridls), and gopher snake (~ melanoleueus). Bh'ds Birds are the most conspicuous vertebrates on the project site. Common in the southern parcel during the survey were the house finch (Carpodaeus mexleanus.), brown towhee (Pipilo fuscus), wrenttt (Chamaea faseiata), California thrasher (Toxostoma redivivum), white-crowned sparrow (.Zonotrichia leucophrys), Bewick's wren CThryomanes bewickli) and Californla quail (Callipepla californiea). Red-tailed hawks (Buteo ~amaicensis) and other raptors (birds of prey) forage over the ares. The ~reatest concentration of birds was evident in the old-growth alluvial scrub on the southern portion of this parcel, below Summit Avenue. A greeter roadrunner (Geocoeeyx ealifornianus) .was observed foraging in alluvial fan scrub near the project site. Mammals Alluvial scrub oommunities support a number of mammal species. Mammals observed on the southern section include ~'ay fox (Uroeyon einereoarg'enteus), deer mouse (Paromyscus manieulatus), western harvest mouse (Reithrodontomlrs me~alotis), desert cottontail (S!~lvilagus audubonii) and ground squirrel (Spermophilus beeeheyi). Other mammals expected include the desert woodrat (Neotoma lepida), several species of mice (Paromyseus app.) and the San Diego pooket mouse (Parognathus fallax), bobeat (?elis rufus) and coyote (.Cants latrans). Foraging mammals expected include the mule deer (Odocotleus hemionus) and striped skunk (Mephitis mephltis). 2-8 JBX/5180002D1 ~rr~ CHARACTERIZATION~ NORTHERN PARCEL The northern seotion of the project site (approximately 675 acres) includes the southern three-fifths of Day Canyon and the adjacent slopes and ridgas in the ,San Bernardino National Forest (Exhibit 2). Day Canyon serves as a major drainage area for this portion of the San Gabriel Mountains, providing a natural flood channel for seasonal rainwater and snowmelt. 'However, reoently approved flood control improvements in Day Canyon and Day Creek will eliminate all future flooding in the Day Canyon flood plain. This topic is discussed in greater detail in Section 3. The mouth of Day Canyon opens to form the apex of the Day flood plain and Its oorresponding alluvial wash. This wash presently represents a primary terraoe of the alluvial 'fan community which exists on the partial apron forming the southern edge of the San Gabriel Mountains. A rocky, boulder-strewn stream winds through the bottom of Day Canyon. This well-aerated stream is characterized by swift water, mini-falls and open pools. The elevation of Day Canyon within the project site ranges from about 3,000 feet to about 4,600 feet. The project plans propose that this section of the project site be set aside as a permanent preservation area. VEGETATION The northern parcel, which includes Day Canyon, is charaetarized by a deeply incised roek gorge, steep, hrush-eovered slopes and narrow ridgelines. A clear perennial stream provides ample water to support a rleh riparian woodland community. The slopes are well vegetated with chaparral and oak woodland. Riparian Woodland The riparian woodland of the northern parcel is characterized by dense stands of mature white alder (.Alnus rhombifolia), California sycamore, scattered willows (Salix spp.) and a well developed understory. This area offers prime biological value and provides habitat for a wide variety of plants and animals. Several species of grass (Stipa spp., Bromus spp.) were found during the survey, and giant creek nettle (Urtica dioina) and poison-oak were common. The steeper sections of canyon wall supported other species including stonecrop (Dudleya sp.). 2-9 JBX/5180002D1 SOUTHERN PARCEL ~ject Site ~ "-"' '" Northern & Southern ParcelsI / I I I I I I!1111111 University/Crest Planning Area~ o ,,..,o,~, Exhibit 2 Oak goodJnnd A cluster of coast live oak (quercus a~rifolia) was found growing along the lower east-facing slope at the southern edge of the canyon in the northern parcel, near the canyon mouth. This small oak woodland was confined to the less severely-inclined slope and oecupled less than an acre of land. Oaks are expected to occur t~oughout the northern parcel. Chaparral The slopes and ridges surrounding Day Canyon are well vegetated with chaparral species, dominanted by manzanlta (Arctostaphylns sp.) which occurs in high density, leaving very little room for an understory of grasses or sage. However, where open spaces were available, white sage was common. Other speeias encountered in the -- northern section of the site during the survey were spanish bayonet (Yucca whipplei) and California buckwheat. WILDLIFE Because of the rich diversity of floral life occurring within the northern parcel, a lar~er variety of animals are expected to reside in this section. Reptiles and Amphibians Because of the moisture provided by the stream and the excellent protective cover · and high availability of prey afforded by the well-developed understory of the communities present, a high divetslty of reptiles and amphibians reside on the northern section of the project site. Amphibians typical of the site's riparian woodland include Pacific treefrog (Hyla regilla), canyon treefrog (Hyla cadaverin~) and California newt (Tarieha torosa). 2-10 JBX/5180002D1 The most common reptiles occurring within the riparian woodland and its associated sandy areas in this parcel are the western fence lizard, side-blotched lizard, western whiptail lizard, striped racer (Mastieophus lateralis) and two-striped garter snake (Thamnophis couchi). Other reptiles typical of the riparian community include western pond turtle (Clemmys marmorata), western skink (£umeces skiltonianus), Gilbert's skink (Eumeces gilbertt), southern alligator lizard (Gerrhonotus multicarinatus), desert collared lizard (Crntophytus biclnetores), California kingsnake, California mountain kingsnake (Lamprnpeltis sonata), gopher snake, ringneek snake (Diadophis punetatus) and western rattlesnake. The oak woodland in this parcel shares many speeias with the riparian community, as well as the following additional species: arboreal salamander (Aneides lugubris), monterey salamander (Ensatina eschscholtzi), black-bellied slender salamander (Batrachoseps ni~'riventris) Pacific slender salamander (Batrachose~)s paeifieus), western toad (Bufo boreas) and western spadefoot toad. The extensive chaparral community in the northern parcel also shares many reptile species with the other plant communities. Other reptiles typical of the chaparral on site include the coast horned lizard, night snake (H!~osiglena torquata), long-nosed snake (Rhinocheilus lecontei) and patch-nosed snake (Salvadora hexalepis). At altitudes above 3,000 feet, sagebrush lizards (Sceloporus graeiosus) become the dominant lizarcl species (Schoenherr 1976). 2-11 JBX/SI$0002D1 Bh'ds Riparian woodland, oak woodland and ehaparTal support among the highest diversities of birds of any habitats in Southe1'n California. Typical species of the riparian woodland community in the northern section a~e the black-chinned hummin/'bird (Arehilochus alexandri), black phoebe (Sayo~nis ni~ieans), western flycatcher (Empidonax diffieilis.), blue-~'ay L, nateateher (Polioptlla caerulea), Swainson's tl~-ush (Catharus ustulatus.), warblinK vireo (Vireo Kilvus), oran/:e-erowned warbler (Vermivora eelata), ~ufous-sided towhee (Pipi]o er~tl~ophthalmus), song spa~ow (Melospiza melodia), American $oldfinch (Ca~duelis tristis) and lesser ~oldfineh (Carduelts psaltria). The oak woodland onsite shares many of the same speeiss ss riparian woodland. Some that may be more typical of oak woodland are the Annats humminKbird (Caly~te anna), Nuttallts woodpecker (?ieoides nuttallii), western wood-pewee (Contopus sordidulus), scrub ja~' (Apheloeoma eoeruleseens), plain titmouse (Paros inornatus), bushttt (Psaltriparus minimus.), house wren (T~o~lodytes eedon), phainopepla (Phainopepla nitenS), Hutton's vireo (Vireo huttoni) and black-headed L~-osbeak (Pheuetieus melanoeephalus). Chapa~Tal also shares a number of bird species with oak woodland and a few with riparian woodland. Typical chaparral species that reside on the northern parcel are ssh-th~oated flycatcher (Myiarehus elnersseens.), Bewick's wren, wrentit, California tlu*asher (.Toxostoma redivivum.), brown towhee and rufous-erowned span-ow (Aimophila faf Jeeps), as well as many of' the other species mentioned above. 2-12 JBX/5180002D1 Mammals No mammals were observed in the northern parcel during the survey, however, dlag- nostie si~n of the Botta's pocket gopher was found. Because of the rich riparian woodland and canyon vegetation, which form an important wildlife corridor, and because of the presence of water and the low degree of human disturbance, several mammal species are expected to occur on the site, some in abundance. These Include California myotis (Myotis ealtfor~ieus), brush rabbit (Sylvilagus bachmant), California pocket mouse (Pero~,nathus califo~nicus), a~ile kangaroo rat (Dipodom~'s a[~ilis), California mouse (Paromyscus californicus), brush mouse (Peromyscus boylii), desert woodrat (Neotoma lepida), California vole (Microtus californicu~), coyote, long-tailed weasel (Mustela frenata) and mule deer, among others. ~ENSITIVE BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES This section discusses (1) species present or potentially present in the project vicinity that have been afforded special recognition by federal, state or local resource conservation ageneias and organizations due principally to declining or limited population sizes resulting in most cases from habitat reduction; and (2) habitat areas onsite that are unique, of relatively limited distribution or of particular value to wildlife. Sources used for the determination of sensitive biological resources are as follows: plants - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS 1987), Cglifornia Department of Fish and Game (CDFG 1987), California Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB 1987) and California Native Plant Society (CNPS) (Smith and York 1984); wildlife - USFWS (1987), CNDDB (1987) and CDFG (1980 and 1986); and habitats - CNDDB (1987). 2=13 JBX/S180002D1 SOUTHERN PARCEL In response to recommendations in the County of San Bernardino's preapplication staff review report of this p~oject, MBA staff devoted special attention during the present site survey to areas potentially supporting sensitive species. No federal- or state-listed endangered or threatened plant or animal species were found on the project site. However, one reptile species that is a candidate for federal listing has been located near the site during a recent past survey (Engineering-Science 1986), and the potential exists for the presence of one federally proposed and state-listed endangered plant species. The status, habitat ~nd potential presence of sensitive biological resources on the southern section are discussed below. Vegetation · Slender-lmroed spineflower (Centrnste~'ia leptoeeras) is listed as endangered by CDFG and USFWS, and is listed by CNPS as rare and endangered. This small, prostrate annual occurs in sandy openings without surface disturbance. It is presently known from small populations in four widely separated areas in the greater San Beroardino-Riverside area. Formerly, it was found as far west as the San. Feroando Valley; however, it has most likely never been plentiful. The slender-horned spineflower is subject to habitat disturbances such as grazing, agrieulturo and flood-control activities. In addition, the spineflower appears to be very sensitive to competition with introduced annual grasses. Annual grasses may successfully compete with the slender-horned spineflower for essential resources, such as water and light, and may otherwise ~nhibit its occurrence by the production of a~lelotoxic chemicals. Suitable habitat for the slender-burned spineflower is limited on the project site to a few small areas on the lower benches in the southern parcel near Day Creek, although the degree of past site disturbance and subsequent strong competition from normative grasses have lessened the likelihood of its presence on the site today. The spineflower was not located on the site during this or past surveys, nor on a survey conducted west of the site during May 1986, the only time of year when this tiny annual would be expected to be located (it is obvious only as small leaves forming a basal rosette that soon disintegrates once the spring growing season is past). 2-14 .~BX/5180002D! _ Wildlife · San Dlel'o coast horned lizard (Phr~nosoma eoronatum blalnvillei) is a USFI~'S Cate[iory 2 candidate species (decline of the species is suspected~ however, insufficient data presently exist to support a proposed llstln[i). The preferred habitat for this species, open areas of sandy soil and low vegetation, is fairly common within the site. The coast horned lizard was not located onslte durin[i the present survey, but one individual was observed near the southern parcel in May 1986 (Enl~ineerin[i-Seien~e 1986). It is likely that the species occurs within the project boundaries.' · Golden ea~le (Aquila ehr~saetos), although not listed as rare or · endangered, is afforded Fully Protected status in California (CDFG Code, Section 3511) and receives additional federal protection under amendments to the Bald Eagle Protection Act (PL 92-525). The golden ea~le is considered sensitive by federal a~encles and CDFG due to its requirements for isolated nesting sites and ver~ large foral:int; areas. The golden ea[ile, althou[ih not observed during the present survey, has been observed occasionally fora~tn~ in the vicinity of the project site. However, the lower foothills region near developed portions of the west San Barnardino Valley' are at the edge of this species' foraKinK ranKe. It nests in rocky eralls and cliffs at hi[~her elevations in the mountains, some distance from the site. Habitat · Riversian alluvial fan scrub habitat is designated by CNDDB (1988) as a plant community requiring a hi[th priority status for preservation. This status has been assi~necl to the community due to the rapid and eontinuin~ development of this habitat type throu[ihout the re[lions in which it occurs. The alluvial fan scrub of the project area may also serve as a foothill wildlife dispersion area, espeeially for mule deer and other animals. I The validity of Pttr),nosoma eoronatum blalnvillei as a taxonomically distinct subspecies is questionable. Collected data to date are considered insufficient to support taxonomic subdivision of the nominant species (per telephone conversation with Dr. Robert C. Stebbins, Museum of Vertebrate Zoolo[iy, University of California, Berkeley, April 6, 1988). 2-15 JBX/5180002D1 NORTHERN PARCEL No species of animal designated threatened, rare or endangered by USFWS, CDFG or CNDDB were located on the northern section of the project site during the survey, however, one mammal species, one reptile species, one amphibian species and three bird species of concern may reside within the section vicinity. · Nelson bighorn sheep (Ovis ennadensis nelsonl) is fully protected by the CDFG and is considered sensitive by the Bureau of Land Management. Populations of bighorn sheep have been declining steadily throughout their range. Bighorn sheep may include the ridges and eanyon of the northern section as the extreme lower portion of their winter range. · The Coopers hawk (Aeeipltet eooperii) is included on the CDFG Bird Species of Special Concern l~ist, Third Priority Category (not in Immediate danger of extirpation, but determined to warrant monitoring). Cooperts hawks may nest in the oak and riparian woodland on the northern section. · The lon~-eared owl (A~io otis) is a CDFG Bird Species of Special Concern, Second Priority Category (populations appear to be declining in portions of its range). The long-eared owl prefers riparian and oak woodlands and may utilize the northern section for foraging and nesting habitat. · The spotted owl (Strtx occident·lis), a CDFG Bird Species of Special Concern, Second Priority Category, has been reported in Icehouse Canyon, a few miles northwest of the mitigation site (CNDDB 1987). The spotted owl prefers dense oak woodlands mixed with conifers and is often found in steep-walled canyons. Spotted owls may include portions of the northern section as part of their foraging and nesting range. · The ted-leg~ed frn~ (.Rana aurora) is listed by the USFWS ·s a Category 2 candidate (decline of the species is suspected; however, insuffieient data presently exist to support · proposed listing). Red-legged frogs are chiefly inhabitants of permanent pools, ponds and marshes. The red-legged frog has been reported in the North Fork of Lytle Creek, a few miles northeast of the site (Sehoenherr 1976). It is possible that red-legged frogs inhabit the site, but their presence would be limited to pools large enough to contain water year round. · Cout horned lizards have been found on the slopes of Etiwanda Canyon and San Sevaine Canyon just west of the site (Sehoenherr 1976) and are likely to occur on the northern parcel In areas of sand or fine soil among the chaparral and coastal sage scrub communities. 2-16 JBX/5180002D1 SECTION 3 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND RECOMMENDED MITIGATION As a result of the rapid advance of urbanization in San Bernardlno and eastern Los Anl~eles counties, much of the natural open space in the region has become restricted to relatively few areas at the base of the San Bernardino and San Gabriel mountains. As these foothill habitats are developed, remaining areas of the natural open space will increase in value as wildlife nesting end foraging areas and as wildlife movement corridors. An agreement between the regional land owners and the County of San Barnardino to preserve 600 to 800 acres of open space supporting alluvial fan scrub, as mitigation for the project and other proposed developments in the area, has been tentatively established. However, the installation of approved flood control improvements to this area will eventually bring about the elimination of the existing alluvial fan scrub, reducing the value of this mitigation measure. The approved flood control measures stated above will eliminate flooding in this area. This dramatic change in the hydrology of the area will effectively alter the long-term nature of the natural community, causing a change in floristic composition from the flood-dependent alluvial fan scrub to a more commonly occurring commun- ity such as coastal sage scrub. This change will occur Tradually over the next 50 to 100 years or more. Though this gradual transformation represents an adverse impact, the sudden, immediate and irreversible adverse alterations affected by land development pose impacts of ~'eater severity. The immediate impacts onstte related to the ongoing development of the foothill area are restricted to the southern section of the project site. Long term impacts generated by the development of flood control improvements in Day Canyon not directly associated with the project plans affect both the southern and northern sections of the project site. The following discussion itemizes the potential impacts of the proposed project on the biological resources of the site and suggests measures to mitigate those impacts. 3-1 JBX/5180002D1 VEGETATION ® Project implementation would result in the loss of approximately 425 acres of natural alluvial community in the southern section of the project site. This includes 390 acres (92 percent) of mature and inter- mediate stage alluvial fan scrub, 15 antes (three percent) of chaparral and 90 acres (five percent) of riparian wash. The conversion of alluvial fan scrub represents a significant addition to the ongoing loss of this regionally limited resource. The habitat value of the alluvial fan scrub onslte increases in the northern portion of the southern parcel; thus, the degree of impact generated by the eonverslon of this habitat increases accordingly. The northern section of the project plan, 675 acres of mixed canyon habitat in Day Canyon, is intended for preservation. This ruled montane area is comprised of high-quality riparian woodland, oak woodland, chaparral and coastal sage scrub. Day Creek, a clear perennial stream, winds through this canyon and provides habitat for a wide variety of floral and faunal life. This stream will be subsequently impacted by an approved flood control dam currently under construction upstream. Hydrological patterns will change dramatically with the completion of this dam and other flood control developments not directly associated with the project, reducing the water flow through the canyon and adversely impacting the riparian habitat. This will result in an eventual reduction in the quality of this habitat. The loss of a separate riparian community located on the southern parcel is discussed further in this section. Chaparral is a regionally abundant plant community and the removal of the small area in the southern parcel required by the project design would not represent a significant impact. The Inclusion of a network of SC£ easements, diagonal strips of undeveloped land will allow approximately 180 acres of natural vegetation to remain bordering the site. These easements will represent reduced-quality habitat, however, due to their close proximity to the residential community and to the corresponding increase in urban presence. Natural open land lies east and west of the site. These areas provide similar habitat to that lost through project implementation. However, the value of the habitat west of the site will be reduced by a planned sand-and-~ravel mining operation and the excavation of a 8Tavel pit in the area adjacent to Day Creek. 3-2 0*BX/5180002D1 a Sycamores and oaks removed for the project should be replaced '<her onsite or in the northern section (mitigation site) in a sufficient ratio to guarantee ultimate replacement. · The project u proposed would require the fiUing of two riparian wuhes (20 acres) occurring on the site containing a string of mature sycamore trees. Any alteration of riparian habitat requires consultation with CDFG (California Fish and Game Code, Section 1603), and any filling of a streambed may require a permit from ACO£ (Clean Water Act, Section 404). Both these agencies require the formulation of a mitigation plan that would replace any lost wildlife habitat values associated with the riparian habitat or streambed. · AIl graded and disturbed surfaces remaining outside developed areas following construction shall be revegetated as soon as feasible. Landscape design and plant selection in areas directly adjacent to open space shall conform to surrounding vegetation composition. The use of native trees and shrub species should closely match'those already present in the alluvial fan scrub onsite. WILDLIFE · The potential value of Day Canyon Wash and flood plain for wildlife habitat would be diminished by the proximity of people and pets, as well as the increase in urban presence. Wildlife movement through the flood plain would be greatly reduced. · The presence of the two SCE easements will provide movement corridors for wildlife between developed areas. By allowing natural open land to remain within the project site, these eurrido~s will enhance the wildlife value of the site, providing limited foraging and nesting habitat for birds and other animals. However, the presence of residential lots in close proximity to these corridors will impede wildlife use and limit the potential value of the corridors, as most animal species are sensitive to the presence of people and pet dogs and cats. Deed restrictions regulating the operation of motorized off-road vehicles and limited trail access to nature and bridle trails, are recommended to be developed with the intent of protecting the open space areas from these potentially adverse influences. The conversion of approximately 390 acres of alluvial fan scrub, some of which provides especially species-rich wildlife habitat, represents a loss of food resource for the local deer population.' Determining the level of impact from this loss would require an assessment of the size of the deer population and the potential food resources of their foraging area. 3-3 JBX/5180002D! · Although some raptors, such as red-tailed hawks and Amariean kestrels, may adapt somewhat to human activities in and around their preferred habitat, they are, on balance, adversely affected by urbanization and its assoeiated influences. Constrnetlon antivtty associated with the proposed development could be expected to exert an adverse Impact on the raptors presently utilizing the site. Conversion of foraging habitat would constitute an incremental addttton to the regional habitat fragmentation and loss that might further impant declining breeding populations; however, the significance of this impact is restrieted to a local level. The proposed preservation of canyon habitat in Day Canyon, is proposed as mitigation for this impact. · Night lighting might be detrimental to wildlife in the adjacent floodplain and Day Creek for a variety of reasons, including disruption of light/dark dally rhythms and avoidanoe due to the introduction of bright lights into an otherwise unlit vielnity. Some insectivorous species benefit from lighting illuminating an otherwise unlit area. Some insectivorous species benefit from lighting because it attraots and concentrates large numbers of insects for feeding purposes~ however, the typical net effect of lighting is that adjacent areas are utilized by wildlife to less tl~n their fullest extent. The potentially adverse effects of night lighting on surrounding open space areas can be mitigated by the following alternatives: (1) low- intensity street lamps at the development edge; (2) low-elevation lighting poles; and (3)shielding by internal silvering of the globe or external opaque reflectors. The det'ree to which these measures are utilized should be dependent upon the distance of the light source from the urban edge. · Some animal species will benefit from the inoreased urban presence in the developed parcel, with subsequent increases in population. This is especially true for animals attracted to human refuse (opossum, skunk, coyote, and rodent species), and there will be a substantial increase in the population of the insect species typically associated with urbanization. Among other species that might experience a population increase caused by the altered environment would be the rock dove (pigeon), spotted dove, American crow, northern mockingbird, European starling, Brewer's blackbird, house finch and house sparrow. A variety of migrant songbirds could also be expected to frequent the new habitat during certain times of the year, particularly where specimen-size trees are present in the new landscaping. Indirectly, wildlife populations in the surrounding area would be affected adversely by loss of available habitat within the project site, as resident wildlife species were displaced by development. This displacement would increase stress on nearby wildlife populations as competition for food, water and nesting sites increased. 3-4 2BX/5180002D1 SENSITIY]~- SPECIES · Implementetion of the proposed project may result in the immediate loss of potential habitat for the slender-horned spineflower. This potential loss of habitat will al~o be a affected by regional flood control improvements. A site survey conducted during April or May would confirm the presence or absence of the slender-horned spineflower on the site. Those areas in which it may be located should be set aside in permanent, protected open space. · Conversion of ~lluvial fan serub~ chaparral end wash habitat would result in loss of habitat for the San Diego coast horned llzn~d. · Conversion of open scrub would remove foraging habitat for the golden eagle. Since the site is at the periphery of this species~ foraging range, this impact represents a relatively insignificant incremental loss of foraging habitat. 3-5 JBX/5180002D! SECTION 4 REFERENCES CITED Abrams, Leroy. 1923. Illustrated Flora of the Pacific States. Stanford University Press, Stanford, California. 4 Volumes. American Ornithologists' Union (AOU). 1983. The A.O.U. Cheek-List of North American Birds. 8th ed. Allen Pres~, Lawrence, Kansas. · Axelrod, Daniel I. 1978. "The Origin of Coastal Sage Vegetation, Alta and Baja California." Amer. J. Bot. 65(10):1117-1131. California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG). 1980. At the Crossroads: A Report on the Status of California's Endangered and Rare Fish and Wildlife. State of California Resources Agency, Sacramento, California. California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG). 1988. "Endangered, Rare and Threatened Animals of California." State of California; Resources Agency, Sacramento, California. California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG). 1987. "Designated Endangered or Rare Plants." Summary list from Section 1904, Fish and Game Code (Native Plant Protection Act). State of California Resources Agency, Sacramento, California. California Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB). 1987. Data Base Record Search for Information on Threatened, Endangered, Rare or Otherwise Sensitive Species and Communities in the Vicinity of Cueamonga Peak. 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Nongame Wildlife Investigations, Wildlife Management Branch, California Department of Fish and Game. Administrative Report No. 78-1. Robbins, W. W., M. K. Bellue and W. S. Ball. 1951. Weeds of California. State of California Department of Agriculture. Sehoenherr, A.A. 1976. The Herpetofauna of the San Gabriel Mountains. Department of Biology, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California. Smith, J. P., Jr. and R. York. 1984. Inventory of Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of California. Special Publication No. 1 (3rd Edition), California Native Plant Soc{ety. Smith, R. L. 1980. "Alluvial Scrub Vegetalion of the San Gabriel River Flood Plain, California." Madrono 27(3):126-138. Thorne, R. F. 1976. "The Vascular Plant Communities of California." In: June Latting, ed., Plant Communities of Southern California. Special Publication No. 2, California Native Plant Society. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). 1987. Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants. Federal Register 50 CFR 17.11 and 17.12. U.S. Department of the Interior, Reprint. 4-2 ,]BX/5180002D1 APPENDIX FLORAL AND FAUNAL COMPENDIA INTRODUCTION TO FLORAL AND FAUNAL SURVEY Floral components encountered during the survey were recorded. Expected site use by wildlife is derived from survey information combined with documented habitat preferences of regional wildlife species which, whether or not recorded during the survey, are considered likely to include the project a~ea within their range. Floral taxonomy used in this report follows the current checklist of Kartesz and Kartesz (1980). Common plant names, where not available from Munz (1974), are taken from Abrams (1923), Robbins, Lt a.1. (1951), Collins (19T2) and Niehaus and Ripper (1976). Vertebrates identified in the field by sight, calls, tracks, seat or other siena are elted according to the nomenelature of Jennings (1983) for amphibians and reptiles; AOU (1983) for birds; and Jones, e_~t al. (1982) for mammals. A-1 BIO/5180002D1a TABLE A-1 FLORAL COMPENDIUM1 LEGEND * Nonnative This is not intended as an exhaustive listin~ of the ve/:etation oecurrinl[' on the site; some annual herbs or very uncommon species may not have been detected by the field survey. A-~ BIO/5180002Dla VASCULAR PLANTS ANGIOSPERMAE (DICOTYLEDONES) Southern Parcel Northern Parnel ANACARDIACEAE = SUMAC FAMILY Malosma laurina x x laurel sumac Rhus trilobata x squaw bush Toxicodendron diversilobum x x poison-oak ASTERACEAE - SUNFLOWER FAMILY Ambrosia aeanthiearpa x annual bur-ragweed Artemisia ealiforniea x x eoastal sagebrush * Centaurea melitensis x tocalote Cirsium oeeidentale x x cobweb thistle · Con)'za eanadensis x horseweed Corethro~'yne filaginifolia x eudweed aster Erieameria pinifolia x pine goldenbush Filal{o ealifornica x California fluff weed Gnaphalium sp. x eudweed Gutierrezia bracteata x San Joaquin matehweed Helianthus annuus x common sunflower Heterotheea grandiflors x telegraph weed · Hypochoeris glabra x smooth eat's-ear Lepidospartum squamatum x seale-broo m A-3 BIO/5180002Dla Southern Parcel Northern Parcel BETULACEAE - BIRCH FAMILY Alnus rhombifolia x white alder BORAGINACEAE - BORAGE FAMILY Amsinekia intermedla x common fiddleneck CrTptantha sp. x e~Ttantha BRA~SICACEAE - MUSTARD FAMILY Arabis Elabra x x tower-mustard CACTACEAE - CACTUS FAMILY Op,,ntin littoralis x coastal prickly pear Opuntta parryi x valley eholla CAPRIFOLIACEAE - HONEYSUCKLE FAMILY Sambucus mexieana x Mexican elderberry CARYOPHYLLACBAE - PINK FAMILY Silene antirrhina x sleepy ealel~fly CON~/OLVULACI~AE - MORNING-GlORY FAMILY Cuseuta sp. x x dodder CRASSULACEAE - STONECROP FAMILY Dudleya sp. x A-4 BIO/S180002Dla Southern Parcel Northern Parcel CUCURBITACEAE -GOURD FAMILY Marsh maeroearpus x x wild euoumber ERICACEAE - HEATH FAMILY Arehtostaphylos glauea x EUPHORBIACEA~ - SPURGE FAMILY Croton ealifornieus x California croton FABACEAE - PEA FAMILY Astragalus triehopodus x Santa Barbara loeoweed Lotus seoparius x x deerweed * Melilotus indies x yellow sweet-clover FAGACEAE - BEECH FAMILY Querous a~'ifolia x coast live oak Querous chrysolepis x canyon oak Quercus turbinella x turbinate oak GERANIACEAE - GERANIUM FAMILY Erodium eieutarium x red-stemmed filaree HYDROPHYLLACEAE - WATERLEAF FAMILY Phaeelia ramosiss|ma x branching phaeelia A-5 BIO/5180002Dla Southern Parcel Northern Parcel JUGLANDACEAE - WALNUT FAMILY Juglans californica x California black walnut LAMIACF.,AE - MINT FAMILY Marrubium vulgate x x horehound Salvia apiana x x white sage Salvia columbariae x x ehia Salvia mellifera x x black sage MORACF. AE - MULBERRY FAMILY * Fieus carica x common fig MYRTACEAE - MYRTLE FAMILY Eucalyptus globulus x blue gum Eucalyptus camaldulensis x red gum OLEACEAE - OLIVE FAMILY Olea europaea x olive ONAGRACEAE - EVENING-PRIMROSE FAMILY Camissonia bistorta x southern sun-cup Clarkia purpurea x winecup clarkia PAEON~IACEAE - PEONY FAMILY Paeonia ealifornica x California peony A-6 BIO/SIS0002D1a Southern Parcel Northern Parcel PLATANACEAE - SYCAMORE FAMILY Platanus raeemosa x x California sycamore POLYGONACEAE - BUCKWHEAT FAMILY Chorizanthe sp. x spine-flower Eriogonum faseieulatum x x California buckwheat Erio~'onum gracile x slender woolly buckwheat RHAMNACEAE - BUCKTHORN FAMILY Ceanothus erassifollus x hoary-leaved eeanothus . - Ceanothus leucodermis x x chaparral whitethorn Rhamnus crocea x x redberry ROSACEAE - ROSE FAMILY Adenostoma fasciculatum x x ehamise Cercocarpus betuloides x birch-leaf mountain-mahogany Prunus ilieifolia x x holly-leaved cherry Prunus armeniaca x apricot SALICACEAE - WILLOW FAMILY Salix lasiolepis x x arroyo willow SAXIFRAGACEAE - SAXIFRAGE FAMILY Ribes aureum x x golden currant A-7 BIO/5180002D1a , Southern Parcel Northern Parcel SCROPHULARIACEAE - FIGWORT FAMILY Penstemon speetabilis x royal penstemon SOLANACEAE - NIGHTSHADE FAMILY Datura innoxie x western jimsonweed · Datuta stramonium x annual jimsonweed · Nieotiana ~lauea x tree tobacco Solanum xantii x purple nightshade URTICACEAE - NETTLE FAMILY Urtiea dioiea x giant creek nettle ANGIOSPERMAE (MONOCOTYLEDONES) AGAVACEAE - AGAYE FAMILY Yucca whipplei x x Spanish bayonet POACEAE - GRASS FAMILY * Avena barbata x x slender wild oat * Bromus rubens x x red brome * Sohismus barbatus x Mediterranean schismus Vulpia megalura x foxtail rescue Stipa eoronata x A-8 BIO/5180002Dla TABLE FAUNAL COMPENDIUM LEGEND + Presence noted by direct sighting, call identification or observation of tracks, scat or other signs. * Normative A-9 BIO/5180002Dla TERRESTRIAL VERTEBRATES AMPHIBLANS Southern Parcel Northerr. Parce.l SALAMAITDRIDAE - NEWTS Taricha torosa x California newt PLETHODONTIDAE - LUNGLESS SALAMANDERS Aneides lu~,ubris arboreal salamander Batraehoseps pacificus Pacific slender salamander Batraehoseps ni~'iventris blaekobellied slender salamander Ensatina esehseholtzi ensatina PELOBATIDAE - SPADEFOOT TOADS Seaphiopus hammondi western spadefoot BUFONIDAE - TRUE TOADS Bufo boreas western toad Bufo punctatus red-spotted toad PI~LIDAE - TREEFROGS Hyla eadaverina x ' California treefrog Hyla rei~illa x - Pacific treefrog RANIDAE - TRUE FROGS Rana aurora red-legged frog A-lO BIO/5180002Dla REPTILES Southern Parcel Northern Parcel EMYDIDAE - BOX AND WATER TURTLES Clemmys marmorata x Western pond turtle GERKONIDAE - GECKOS Coleonyx varlegatus x x banded gecko IGUAIqlDAE - IGUANID LIZARDS Crotophytus bieinetores x Western collared lizard Phrynosoma eoronatum x x coast horned lizard Seeloporus ~raciosus x sagebrush lizard + Seeloporus oeeidentalis x x western fence lizard + Uta stansburiana x x side-blotched lizard SCINCIDAE - SKIIqKS Eumeees gilberti x Gilbert's skink Eumeces skiltonianus x Western skink TEIIDAE - WHIPTAIL I,IZARDS + Cnemidophorus tigris x x western whiptail ANGUIDAE - ALLIGATOR LIZARDS Gerrhonotus multicarinatus x x southern alligator lizard A-11 BIO/5180002Din Southern Parcel Northern Parcel BOIDAE - BOAS Liehanura trivirgata x :~ rosy boa COLUBRIDAE - COLUBRID SNAKES Arizona ele~'ans x x glossy snake Coluber oonstrictor x :~ raoer Diadophis punctatus x ringneek snake H!rDsiglena torquata x x night snake Lampropeltis ~etulus x x common kin~snake Lampropeltis zonata x. California mountain kingsnake .. Masticophis flagellum x eoachwhip Mastioophis lateralis x x striped racer Pituophis melanoleucus x x gopher snake Rhinooheilus lecontei x x long-nosed snake Salvadora hexalepis x x western patch-nosed snake Tantilla planiceps x x western black-headed snake Trimorphodon biscutatus x x lyre snake VIPERIDAE - VIPERS Crotalus mitehelli x x speokled rattlesnake Crotalus viridis x x western rattlesnake BIRDS CATHARTIDAE - NEW WORLD VULTURES Cathartes aura x x turkey vulture A-12 BIO/5180002Dla Southern Parcel Northern Parcel ACCIPITRIDAE - HAWKS Circus eyaneus x northern harrier Aceipiter striatus x x sharp-shinned hawk Aeeipiter eooperJi x x Cooper's hawk Buteo lineatus x red-shouldered hawk Buteo jamateensis x x red-tailed hawk Aquila ehrysaetos x x golden eagle FALCONIDAE - FALCONS + Faleo sparverius x x American kestrel PHASIANIDAE - PHEASANTS & QUAILS + Callipepla ealifornica x x California quail Oreort~c rictus x mountain quail CHARADRHDAE - PLOVERS Charadrius voeiferus x x killdeer COLUMBIDAE - PIGEONS & DOVES +* Columba livia x rock dove Columba faseiata x band-tailed pigeon + Zenaida maeroura x x mourning dove CUCULIDAE - CUCKOOS & ROADRUNNERS Geoeoeeyx ealifornianus x greater roadrunner A-13 BIO/5180002D1a Southern Parcel blorthern Parcel TYTONIDAE - BARN-OWLS ~to alba x x ' common barn-owl STRIGIDAE - TRUE OWLS Otus kennicottii x western screech-owl Bubo virginianus x ~eat horned owl Athene eunieularia x burrowing owl Asio otus x --long-eared owl CAPRIMULGIDAE - GOATSUCKERS Cho~deiles aeutipennis x x .. lesser nighthawk Phalaenoptilus nuttallli x common poorwill APODIDAE - SWIFTS Aeronautes saxatalts x x white-throated swift TROCHILIDAE - HUMMINGBIRDS Arnhiloehus alexandri x black-chinned hummingbird Cal~te anna x x Anna's hummingbird Cal~te costae x x Costa's hummingbird PICIDAE - WOODPECKERS Melanerpes formieivorus x acorn woodpecker Colaptes auratus x x northern flicker Picoides pubescens x downy woodpecker Picoides nuttallii x Nuttall's woodpecker A-14 BIO/5180002Dla Southern Parcel Northern Parcel TYRANN1DAE - TYRANT FLYCATCHERS Contopus sordidulus x western wood-pewee Empidonax difficilis x western flycatcher Sayornis nigricans x black phoebe Sayornis saya x Say's phoebe Myiarehus cinerascens x x ash-throated flycatcher Tyrannus vertiealis x western kingbird ALAUDIDAE - LARKS Eremophila alpestris x horned lark HIRUNDIN'IDAE - SWALLOWS Tachycineta thalassina x violet-~n'een swallow Stelgidopteryx serripennis x x northern rough-winged swallow Hirundo pyrrhonota x x cliff swallow CORVIDAE - JAYS & CROWS Cyanocitta stelleri x Steller's jay Aphelocoma coerulescens x x scrub jay Corvus eorax x x common raven PARIDAE - TITMICE Parus tnornatus x plain titmouse A-15 BIO/5180002Dla [~outhern Parcel Northern Parcel AEGITHALIDAE - BUSHTIT~ + Psaltriparus minimus x x bushtit SITTIDAE - NUTHATCHES Sitta carolinensis x white-breasted nuthatch TROGLODYTIDAE - WRENS SalDinctes obsoletus x rock wren Catherpes mexleanus x canyon wren + Thryomanes bewiekii x x Bewick's wren · Tro~lodFtes aedon x x house wren MUSCICAPIDAE - EINGLETS~ GNATCATCHEILS~ THRUSHES & BABBLERS Reg'ulus calendula x x ruby-crowned kinglet Polioptila eaerulea x blue-~ray gnateateher Sialia mexicana x western bluebird Catharus ustulatus x Swainson's thrush Catharus guttatus K x hermit thrush Turdus migratorius x American robin Chamaea fasciata x x wrentit MIMIDAE - THRASHERS Mimus Dolyglottos x x northern mockingbird Toxostoma redivivum x x C~lifornia thrasher A-16 BIO/5180002Dla Southern Parcel Northern Parcel MOTACILLIDAE - PIPITS Anthus spinoletta x water pipit BOMBYCILLIDAE - WAXWINGS Bombycilla cedrorum x x cedar waxwing PTILOGONATIDAE - SILKY-FLYCATCHERS Phainopepla nitens x x phainopepla LANIIDAE - SHRIKES Lanius ludovieianus x x loggerhead shrike STURNIDAE - STARLINGS * Sturnus vulgaris x x European starling VIREONIDAE - VIREOS Vireo gilvus x warbling vireo Vireo huttoni x Hutton's vireo EMBERIZIDAE - WOOD WARBLERS, TANAGERS, BUNTINGS & BLACKBIRDS Vermivora eelata x orange-crowned warbler Dendroica eoronata x yellow-rumped warbler Geothlypis trichas x common yellow*throat Pheuctieus melanocephalus x x black-headed grosbeak Passerina amoena x lazuli bunting BIO/5180002D1a Southern Parcel Northern Parcel EMBERIZIDAE - WOOD WARBLERS, TANAGEI~S, BUNTINGS & BLACKBIRDS (~ontinued) Pipilo erythrophthalmus x x · ufous-sided towhee Pipilo fuseus x x brown towhee Aimophila rufieeps x x rufous-crowned sparrow Chondestes gramma~us x x lark sparrow Amphispiza bell! x sage sparrow Melospiza lincolnii x x Lincoln's sparrow Melospiza melodta x song sparrow Zonotriehia atri~apilla x golden-crowned sparrow Zonotriehla leucophrys x x white-crowned sparrow Junco hyemalis x dark-eyed junco Sturnella negleeta x western meadowlark Euphagus eyanoeephalus x x Brewer's blackbird Molothrus ater x x brown-headed cowbird leterus galbula x northern oriole lcterus cucullatus x hooded oriole FRINGILLIDAE - FINCHES + Carpodacus purpureus x x purple finch + Carpodaeus mexieanus x x house finch Carduelis ptnus x pine siskin Cardueli~ psaltria x x lesser goldfinch Carduelis tristis x American goldfinch A-18 BIO/5180002Dla MAMMALS Southern Parcel Northern Parcel DIDELPHIDAE - NEW WORLD OPOSSUMS * Didelphis virginiana x x Virginia opossum SORICIDAE - SHREWS Sorex ornatus x x ornate shrew Notiosore× erawfordi x desert shrew TALPIDAE - MOLES Soapanus lattmanus x x' broad-footed mole VESPERTILION-IDAE - EVENING BATS Myotis yumanensis x x Yuma myotis Myotis ealifornicus x x California myotis Pipistrellus hesperus x x western pipistrelle Lasiurus borealis x x red bat Laslurus einereus x x hoary bat Plecotus townsendii x x Townsend's big-eared bat Antrozous pallidus x x pallid bat MOLOSSIDAE - FREE-TAILED BATS Tadarida brasiliensis x x Brazilian free-tailed bat A-19 BIO/Sl80002Dla ~outhern Parnel Northern Parcel LEPORIDAE - HARES & RABBITS + Sylvilagus audubonii x x desert cottontail Sylvilagus beehmani x brush rabbit Lepus eaHfornieus x black-tailed jack rabbit SCIURIDAE - SQUIRRELS + Spermophtlus beeeheyi x x California ground squirrel GEOMYIDAE - POCKET GOPHERS + Thomomys .bottae x x Botta's pocket gopher HETEROMYIDAE - POCKET MICE & KANGAROO RATS Perognathus ealifornieus x California pocket mouse Perognathus fallax x San Diego pocket mouse Dipodomys agilis x agile kangaroo rat CRICETIDAE - NEW WORLD RATS & MICE + Reithrodontomys megalotis x x western harvest mouse Peromyscus boylii x brush mouse Peromyseus ealifornicus x California mouse Peromyscus eremicus x cactus mouse + Peromyscus maniculatus x x deer mouse Onychomys torridus x southern grasshopper mouse Neotoma lepida x x desert woodrat Mierotus californicus x California vole A-20 BIO/5180002Dla Southern Parcel Northern Per~el CAN-IDAE - WOLt~.S & FOXES Canis latrans x x coyote Uroeyon ~inereoargenteus x x gray fox PROC¥ONIDAE - RACCOONS Bassariseus astutus x x ringtail MUSTELIDAE - WEASELS, SKUNKS & OTTERS Mustela fuenata x x long-tailed weasel Spilogale gracilis x x western spotted skunk . . Mephitls mephitls x x striped skunk FELIDAE - CATS Felis rufus x x bobcat CERVIDAE - DEERS + Odoeoileus hemionus x x mule ,~eer A-21 BIO/S180002Dla Etiw~nda/Day Creek Traffic Noise Impact Study Development of the Etiw~nda/San Sevaine Community will add 100,000+ daily vehicle trips to the regional traffic system. A detailed traffic study has Been conducted to determine probable traffic patterns resulting from the buildout of 25 parcels comprising this community, including a "pass-through" component on the larger arterials. Results of that analysis, in conjunction with typical vehicle mixes, traffic speeds and driving patterns, were used to calculate the traffic noise exposure at noise-sensitive receptor sites adjacent to the roadway system within and surrounding the Etiwanda/Day Creek development. Previous noise impact analyses conducted for other components of the master plan area have been based on the FHWA traffic noise model which is the California and national standard analysis procedure. This transportation noise prediction algorithm is technically called the FHWA Highway Noise Prediction Model (FHWA-RD-77-108). The model was modified to include the latest set of California vehicle noise curves developed by the CalTrans Transportation Laboratory (CALVEN0-85). In order to verify that the use of the model is appropriate to the project area, a brief on-site noise monitoring proghram was conducted on April 13, 1988. Noise measurements along Etiwmnda south of Highland and on Highland east of Day Creek were made using prescribed Caltrans monitoring protocols. The noise model wms initialized with observed traffic mixes, speeds and roadway geometries. The results of this comparison and calibration were as follows: Etiw~uda Rd. - Observed Leq = 61.6 dB Modeled Leq = 64.6 dB Highland Ave. - Observed Leq = 67.0 dB Modeled Leq = 68.8 dB The model was 3.0 and 1.8 dB too conservative (over-predictive) in the two si~es monitored. Because we could not determine the exact cause for the model's deviation (most other comparisons usually show somewhat better agreement), it w~s decided to use the model without further modification. The comparison does suggest, however, that actual future noise levels may be slightly lower than predicted. Eleven (11) roadway segments covering each east-west and north-south m~Jor roadway within and adjacent to the proposed development were analyzed. Exhibit A shows the link locations where a noise analysis was performed. North-south roadways ~re assumed to be relatively flat along the cross-roadway axis while east-west streets above Highland were assumed to have a slope where uphill and downhill noise propagation patterns were not symmetric. No correction was made for screening effects from the first row of housing in reducing noise exposure at the second row, but such effects may be important in heavy traffic areas such as along Highland or Day Creek near the Highland intersection. Calculations were performed consistent with the County of San Bernardino noise/land use compatibility standard cf 65 db CNEL exterior and 45 db Ch'EL interior. Because the project site is within the City of Rancho Cucamonga sphere of influence and may possibly be a~nexed in the. future, the City's noise guidelines were also considered in the analysis. The Noise Element of the General Plan for the City of Rancho Cucamonga specifies a 60 db Lcln exterior noise exposure for single family residential uses. The Pl-~ug Division of the City's Comm~ty Development Department, however, has indicated that the City has standardized its noise evaluation procedures to be consistent with other Jurisdictions to a 65 CNEL exterior/45 C~L interior exposure as well. Therefore, the noise analysis structured to County standards meets the City's criteria as well. The results of this analysis are summarized in the attached noise contour · istribution tables. Table A shows the noise exposure for a flat terrain assumption for non-project and project traffic. Meeting the 65 CNEL compatibility criterion can be accomplished through either adequate set-back from a given roadway, or through a physical barrier such as a solid wall or earthen berm. Table B shows the result of the set-back analysis indicating the distance from the centerline to the 65 contour under actual terrain assumptions where partial noise screening from slope effects have been included. The terrain effect along the east-west roadways is shown as a "U" on the uphill (north) side of the road, and as a "D" for the dow~ll (south) side of the roadway. Table B thus indicates the minimum set-back from the roadway centerltne for exterior living space required to meet the 65 CNEL exposure criterion. If a privacy wall or other perimeter noise barrier is incorporated into project design, then the minimum set-hack distance is substantially reduced. For simplicity, a 50' distance from the barrier to the roadway centerline was used for this calculation. Table C indicates the minimum barrier height needed to meet the 65 CNEL criterion on a back-yard patio at several distances from the roadway centerline. A generalized conclusion from this A~-lysis is that there is no barrier required along the upper collector road system, and that a typical 6' high residential perimeter privacy wall confines the 65 CNEL contour within 50' of the centerline throughout the project area except near the Day Creek/Highland intersection. If a barrier in excess of 6' is aesthetically undesir&ble in areas of heaviest traffic, then a barrier plus set-back combination should be considered. The barrier/set-back combination requires a 63' set-back plus a 6' wall along the western side off lower Day Creek just north of Highland and an $6' set-back with the same wall height on the north side of Highland Avenue to meet the 65 CNEL standard. Table A Etiwan~a/Day Creek Noise Impact Assessment (CNEL at 50' from the Roadway Centerline) Daily Traffic (ADT) CNEL dB(A) Link No. Non-Proj Project Total Non-Proj w/ Proj 1 2700 0 2700 60.69 60.69 2 2520 2980 5500 60.39 63.78 3 320 2980 3300 51.43 61.57 4 3800 2100 5900 62.18 64.09 10 2244 7256 9500 59.89 66.16 12 2470 7230 9700 60.31 66.25 17 2258 1042 3300 59.92 61.57 33 · 11733 2467 14200 67.07 67.90 34 14125 7775 21900 67.88 69.78 35 1069 1331 2400 56.67 60.18 56 14660 19040 33700 68.04 71.66 57 45472 8128 53600 72.96 73.67 Source: FHWA-RD-77-108, flat terrain assumption between source & receptor. Table B - Etiw~nda/Day Creek Noise Impact Assessment - No Noise B~rrier Set-Back Distance from Centerline Needed to Meet 65 CNEL Standard Distance to 65 CR'EL No. No Project With Project C~ange Due to ProJ. 1 <50' <50' - 2U <50' <50' 2D <50' <50' - 3U <50' <50' - 3D <50' <50' 4 <50' <50' - 10 <50' 59' + 9 12 <50' 60' + 10'* 17U <50' <50' - 17D <50' <50' - 33D <50' <50' - 34 77' 102' + 25' 35U <50' <50' - 56 78' 137' + 59' 57 167' 186' + 19' indeterminate, minimum ~_tstance of contour expansion "U" after ]_ink number is the uphill (north) side of street, "D" after ]-ink number is the dow~b~ 11 (south) side of street. Table C - Etiwanda/Day Creek Noise Impact Assessment Barrier Height Needed to Meet 65 CNEL Standard Link No. No Project With Project 2U none none 2D none none 3U none none .' 3D none none 4 none none 10 none 5.0' 12 none 5.0' 17U none none 17D none none 33D none none 34 5.5' 6.0' 35U none none 56 5.5' 7.0' 57 7.5~ 8.0' "U" after link number is the uphill (north) side of street, "D" after link number is the downhill (south) side of street. Note: These values are approximate to the nearest 0.5 foot. APPENDIX F CONHENTS RECEIVED ON DRAFT EIR AND RESPONSES TO CONHENTS UNIVERSITY/CREST PLANNED DEVELOPMENT COMMENTS SECTION NOTES A total of six (6) letters was received commenting on the Draft Environmental Impact Report prepared for the Univer- sity/Crest Planned Development. A complete list of agen- cies, organizations and/or persons commenting on the Draft EIR is presented in this appendix. Ail letters received have been reviewed and substantive comments have been identi- fied and a response prepared for each. This appendix in- cludes a copy of each of the letters received during the public review period, followed by the appropriate responses. The agencies/organizations/persons commenting on the Draft EIR include: Fourth Street Rock Crusher (Mr. H. Norman Johnson, 'Jr.) California Department of Conservation (Mr. Dennis J. O'Bryant) City of Rancho Cucamonga (Mr. Brad Bullet) California Department of Transportation (Mr. Guy G. ¥isbal) California Department of Water Resources (Mr. Charles R. White) United States Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers (Mr. Robert S. Joe) CC: Fred Hinshaw Keeton Kreitzer, Env. Perspectives FOURTH STREET ROCK CRUSHER steve Kelly, Land Plan Design Group . H. NORMAN .JOHNSON, JR. PRESIDENT READY MIXED CONCRETE OR^D D ROC & S^.D '"ODUC'S F£? ";; ' '!! 3 7 February 7, 1989 Environmental Analysis Team Office of Planning Land Management Department 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, California 92415-0180 AttenCion: Mr. Neal Osborne, Environmental Analyst RE: EIR on the Caryn Development Company's University/Crest Planned Unit Development Dear Mr. Osborne: This letter is to express the concerns of Fourth Street Rock Crusher regarding the Caryn Development Company project which has been proposed adjacent to our Day Creek sand and gravel mine site. The Day Creek mining project was approved by the San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in August of 1986. It should be noted that this mining project is currently under litigation and a decision on the appeal is forthcoming during the next few months. A prior.ruling of the Superior Court of California was very strongly in favor of the Day Creek mining project's implementation. To quote from the conclusion of the ruling dated June 26, 1987, "For the various reasons discussed above, this court has concluded that no legal grounds exist to support the granting of relief sought by petitioners." It is anticipated that the County's decision-making process on the mining project will be similarly justified at the Appeals Court level. ADJACENT LAND USE Given the County's prior approval of Fourth Street Rock Crusher's mining project, it was surprising to us that the Day Creek mining project site was not indicated as an approved land use on any of the exhibits in the University/Crest EIR. The mine is mentioned only four times in the entire EIR, and only in the air quality section is the proper name of the company used. P.O. BOX 6490 · 1945 w. FOURTH STREET SAN BERNARD~NO, CAUFORNIA 92412 (714) 825-4093 'Environmental Analysis Team Mr. Neal Osborne, Environmental Analyst FeDrua~y 7, 1989 Page Two These references appear to downplay the proximity of the approved mining activity. The concern of Fourth Street Rock Crusher is that the developers give proper consideration to the adjacency of their pro3ect to the Day Creek mine, consistent with the County's prior approval. MINERAL RESOURCES Residential development plans must recognize the fact that the University/Crest 'project is directly adjacent to a State of California designated Mineral Resource Zone (MRZ-2). This fact is not indicated anywhere in the EIR. Because of its adjacency to an MRZ-2 zone, the proposed project should include design guidelines to address this fact. The West Valley Community Plan recognizes the importance of mineral resource deposits and states in Chapter 5 that "mineral resource extraction is essential to the economic well-being of the County and requirements of society, and should be encouraged where significant mineral deposits exist". This provision of ~he Plan is not addressed in the EIR, nor is the Plan's policy to "limit industrial use to mineral extraction within flood control basins · and other areas having significant mineral deposits.? Although the proposed University/Crest development site was not included within the State-designated MRZ-2 zone, the geology of the proposed development site is similar to the Day Creek site and also contains useful aggregate resources. Development of the site for urban use would result in an essehtially irretrievable loss of these resources. This fact is also unnoted in the EIR. More significantly, the EIR's Notice of Preparation does not reference the proposed development's proximity to an approved sand and Gravel mine, nor does it reference the site's adjacency to a State-designated area of Regionally Significant Construction AGgregate Resources, or the presence of usable aggregate resources on the site. As a result, the Notice of Preparation was not circulated to the State Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology. This represents a serious flaw in project processing and leads to the question of whether or not the Division of Mines and Geology has seen the Draf~ EIR in order to comment upon the project's relationship to approved and prospective mining activity. If the EIR did not receive such circulation, it should be recirculated to allow the required forty-five day review from the Division!s staff. NOISE At the time of the 1986 approval of the Day Creek mininG operation, there were no residential reacts proposed for the area directly East of Day Creek. The land to the East, under the ownership of the University of California, was a part of the University's Natural Reserve System - "one of twenty-six sites throughout California that are managed and used as 'outdoor Envi£onmental Analysis T~am Mr. N~al Osborne, Envic~nmental Analyst February 7, 1969 Page Three l~buratories' for teaching and research in the natural sciences, not only by the University of California, but by students and faculty from other institutions of higher education." Accordin~ to February 13, 1986 correspondence from J. Roger Samuelson, Director ~f the Natural R~serve S~$tem, this property "was given to %he University some years auo with the provisiun that either it be used as a natural reserve or be sold for the exclusive benefit of the Natural Reserve System." Given the above info£mation, the Day Creek project was assessed to have no adverse noise impact to existing or proposed residential development to the East. To prevent any nuisance noise impact to proposed residential uses as a resul~ of intermittent skip loader operation on the eastern edge of the approved Day Creek mine site, and to guard a~ainst the residential project becoming an encroachment upon the mining uperation, placement of a six foot block wall or earahen berm along the western edge of the proposed residential development is advised as a mitigation measure. Design ~uidelines for this buffer should be prepared. It should be noted, however, that operation of skip loaders approximately three-hundred to five-hundred feet from the rear yards of the proposed development will occur only when the eastern edge of each phase of the mine is excavated and will exceed standards only until the excavation reaches approximately ten feet below ~rade. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC AND CIRCULATION At the time of the approval of the Day Creek project, the Circulation Plan of the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan did not include the extensions of Banyan, Wilson, or any more northerly east-west link across the mine site. The exhibi5 in the EIR reflects a different circulation plan which shows Wilson ending in a proposed, expanded Chaffey Regional Park, a new extension of Banyan across the Flood Control property, and a direct connection of Day Creek with 24th Street. A more northerly link is not included in the plan. Fourth Street Rock Crusher was not made aware of these amendments to the City's General Plan Circulation Element. The conditions of approval for the Day Creek project included a requirement for providing £ight-of-way with adequate grades for the extension of 24th Street/Wilson or some other acceptable east-west right-of-way, should it become necessary to provide access to residential development in the project vicinity. This is not foreseen as feasible in the central part of the mine area or possibly at its northerly boundary. It is not considered to be feasible at the location of the Banyan extension, since this alignment directly crosses the truck access route for the mine, and i~ not ~rade- separated, would result in traffic conflicts between autos and trucks. 'Environmental Analysis Team Mr. Neai Osborne, Environmental Analyst Februa£y 7, 1989 Page Four W~ a£~ =qualiy concerned that the traffic analysis for the proposed project shown in Exhibits 11 and 12, representing scenarios with and without the Route 30 freeway, includes some 16,100 vehicle trips per day usinG Wilson and Banyan, and the unnamed northerly connection across the mine site, includin~ some 3,000 vehicle trips per day of through traffic on Wilson and Banyan. Because these roadways do not yet exist, and are unplanned, their implementation has not been initiated and it is llkeiy that only one, not all three of these costly links, would ever be completed. The traffic analysis substantially understates the project's fmpacts upon Day Creek, Highland, and Route 30 by many thousands o~ vehicle trips. This analysis should be revised to include two new scenarios, one with only one crossinG and the second with no crossing of the Flood Control property. Only then will the full extent of the traffic impact of the University/Crest project be known. A revision of the traffic analysis will also require revisions of the air quality and noise analyses to determine if the redirected trips will trigger a need for additional mitigation measures. CHAFFEY REGIONAL PARK It is interesting to note that Exhibit 17 of the EIR shows Chaffey Regional Park as includinG the entire mine site. Several years ago the County Flood Control District requested that the City remove this designation from their property. The response from City staff at the time was that they had not acted ~o do so. It seems that this remains the case to date. CONCLUSION The University/Crest EIR displays some very serious shortcomings. It does not clearly indicate the project's proximity to a County approved sand and gravel mine. It does not indicate the presence of State-designated important mineral resources in the immediate area, or the existence of usable sand and gravel resources on the project site. It does not include appropriate mitigation measures to enhance land use compatibility between the adjacent mining activity and the proposed residential uses, such as a block wall or berm alonG the western edge of the project to compensate for the future removal of existing berms by County Flood Control. It assumes that several east-west roadways will be built across the approved mine site, roads which either have not been included in any plans or implementation programs or which appear to be unfeasible. Finally, it understates project Generated traffic volumes in Day Creek, Highland, and Route 30, and, in turn, may also understate traffic noise and air quality impacts. Fourth Street Rock Crusher appreciates the opportunity to comment upon this EIR. In order to continue to provide the region with Heeded aggregate materials for the benefit of area residents and the local economy in General, we seek ways to minimize any conflicts with adjacent land uses. However, not 'Ehvironmental Analysis Team Mr. Neal Osborne, Environmental Analyst February 7, 1989 Page Five only do we have an obligation to operate responsibly, but also those who seek approval of sensitive land uses adjacent to an approved mining operation must plan responsibly to minimize the potential for land use conflicts. It is essential that the University/Crest project recognize this obligation. Again, ~hank-you for allowing our input on this matter. Please provide us with a copy of the Final EIR or any subsequent draft documents as they become available. Sincerely, FOURTH STREET ROCK CRUSHER H. Norman Johnso~ Jr. -' President HNJ,jr/djr Fourth Street Rock Crusher (February 7, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1 (Adjacent Land Use): The Fourth Street Rock Crushe~ Co. sand and gravel mine was approved by the County of San Bernardino Board of Super- visors in August 1986. This facility is located immediately adjacent to the proposed University/Crest PUD, west of the subject property in Day Creek. The access road to this facility is approximately 500 feet from the subject proper- ty. In an attempt to ensure compatibility with the surround- ing land uses, the County of San Bernardino has placed 76 conditions of approval on that facility and its operations, including those related to noise, air quality, traffic and circulation, site hazards, visual resources, and land use. These mitigation measures/conditions of approval include landscape planting to provide buffers between adjacent land uses (including the proposed project), reclamation plans, truck transportation routes, and other measures to minimize the potential impacts to the surrounding adjacent proper- ties. Similarly, the developer of the proposed University/Crest PUD has also recognized the need to provide landscaping in order to minimize the potential impacts resulting from the adjacent mining operation. In addition to the landscaping, these mitigation measures include such features as setbacks, walls and wall/berm combinations. The conditions of ap- proval placed on the mining operation will partially reduce the noise, air quality and other impacts associated with the Fourth Street Rock Crusher. Impacts are still significant as identified in the Fourth Street Rock Crusher FEIR (SCR No. 85052705, Day Creek Sand and Gravel Mining Operation and Reclamation Plan). Response to Comment No. 2 (Mineral Resources): Designation of a MRZ-2 Overlay Zone for the Day Creek flood control property (i.e., Fourth Street Rock Crusher) does not preclude residential development on the adjacent Univer- sity/Crest property. As indicated in the Draft EIR (refer to pages 83-101), the 425-acre development area of the Uni- versity/Crest PUD is designated as RES-2 and RES-3 (i.e., 2 and 3 du/ac) on the County's Consolidated General Plan Land Use Element. The value of the sand and gravel resources has been recognized by both the State and County as evidenced by the aforementioned designation. In order to achieve compat- ibility between the two potentially incompatible land uses, the project sponsor will be required to meet the require- ments established by the Community Design Element of the West Valley Foothills Community Plan. The Plan standards address infrastructure, site design and building placement, landscaping requirements, utilities, and screening and edge treatments. Based on the acoustical analysis conducted for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher EIR, noise generated at that site will not significantly impact the proposed residential property. According to the Final EIR (SCH No. 85052705) prepared for that facility, the noise levels projected to occur at the easterly property boundary (i.e., west boundary of the sub- ject property) of =he approved aggregate facility are identi- fied below. Noise Source East Property Line Aggregate processing plant 54 dB(A) Skip-loaders 61 dB(A) Concrete batch plant 55 dB(A) Asphalt batch plant 50 dB(A) The phasing plan identified for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher facility includes excavation of a below-grade perma- nent processing plant site in the center of that property. '' The second and third phases reflect excavation to the south and north of the processing plant, respectively. The final phase of plant operations will involve the excavation and reclamation of the remaining unmined areas adjacent to the processing plant site. According to the phasing plan, an average of about 10 acres per year would be mined at any given time. Based on information contained in the Final EIR, by the time the skip-loaders reach the outer limits of the property, the processing plant and concrete and asphalt batch plants would be 40 feet below surface grade which would provide acous- tical shielding so that the noise levels identified above for the fixed noise sources would be at least 10 dB less. Also, the on-going excavation would result in perimeter berming of the site so that the skip-loaders will most like- ly be acoustically shielded from observers at the property line. The mitigation measures recommended in this comment (e.g., a six-foot high block wall or earthern berm along the western edge of the proposed residential development and the prepar- ation of design guidelines for a "buffer" area along the property's westerly boundary) shall be included in the final design of the University/Crest PUD as a condition of ap- proval. Although located within an area which may contain similar aggregate resources as the Day Creek property, it was not officially designated as such by the State or County. The State Mining and Geology Board has identified the sector within which the subject property is located as a "...min- eral deposit of regional significance". Therefore, the development of the University/Crest site would eliminate the potential usage of aggregate resources which would consti- tute a significant impact. This is true because CDMG stu- dies have indicated that Claremont-Upland Production Con- sumption (P-C) Region and other surrounding regions do not have adequate aggregate resources to meet projected demands. Therefore, elimination of the 425-acre University/Crest property as a potential source of aggregate in the P-C Re- gion is considered a significant adverse effect by the State. The Draft EIR was distributed by the State Clearinghouse and a copy was sent to the Department of Conservation (Division of Mines and Geology) for review and comment. A comment letter was received from the Department of Conservation (dated March 2, 1989). Mr. John Schlosser of the Division of Mines and Geology was contacted and provided information regarding the potential effects of pro~ect implementation on the Fourth Street Rock Crusher facility and other potential mineral resources in the area. Based on the discussion with Mr. Schlosser, the potential adverse land use implications and loss of a potential mining resources will not be signi- ficant, based on the mitigation measures which will be re- quired in both projects. As indicated in a subsequent let- ter dated April 7, 1989 from Mr. Schlosser of the Division of Mines and Geology, the issue of the possible loss of mineral resources due to potential land use conflicts be- tween the proposed project and the adjacent gravel opera- tions had been adequately addressed through the mitigation measures identified in the EIR. These measures include visual and spatial buffers, arrangements for gravel truck traffic, and other measures which will substantially reduce the potential impacts of the gravel operations on future residents of the project. Response to Comment No. 3 (Noise): The 425-acre site proposed for development is comprised of two ownerships: 175 acres are owned by the University of California and 250 acres are owned by the Caryn Company. The 175-acre University-owned property is the subject of a land transfer. The University of California is in the pro- cess of transferring ownership of their portion of this parcel for the 675-acre Etiwanda Highlands property to the north. The 675-acre property will become a part of the University's Natural Reserve System and will be preserved as natural open space. Finally, a mitigation measure contained in the Fourth Street Rock Crusher project EIR requires funding for noise atten- uation if a valid noise complaint is filed (validity to be determined by San Bernardino County Environmental Health Services Department. Response to Comment No. 4 (Transportation/Traffic and Circu- lation): The City of Rancho Cucamonga has retained the firm of Austin- Foust Associates, Inc., to develop a City-wide traffic model. Once completed, the model will be used by the City to determine the circulation needs for the area. That study is not scheduled to be completed until September 1989. At that time, it will be possible to determine the nature and extent of off-site roadway improvements which will be necessary. Traffic and circulation impacts associated with future development occurring in the City or its sphere of influence, including that proposed with the University/Crest project, will be evaluated by that model. The locations, sizes, and intersection geometrics will be determined once the project-related trips have been assessed. A study has also been prepared by DKS'Associates which anal- yzed several alternative circulation scenarios for the North Etiwanda Study Area. That study, submitted to the County of San Bernardino and the City of Rancho Cucamonga, evaluated the impact of future development in North Etiwanda and iden- tified roadway and intersection improvements which would be needed with and without east-west connectors (e.g., Wilson Street/24th Street, Banyon Street, etc.), the construction of the SR 30 Freeway, and other master planned arterials. For each development and circulation alternative scenario, several mitigation measures will be necessitated. Although the method of funding for these improvements has not been determined, it would appear that individual project propo- nents/developers will be required to participate in a "fair- share" program to fund circulation improvements. Timing of the recommended circulation and intersection improvements will be predicated on the phasing of development in the North Etiwanda Study Area. Although the San Bernardino County Transportation Department has determined that the traffic analysis prepared for the University/Crest Planned Development is adequate, that agency has recommended that further evaluation, if deter- mined necessary by the City of Rancho Cucamonga, should be undertaken to ensure that all traffic and circulation im- pacts anticipated in the City will be addressed and ade- quately mitigated in accordance with the final recommenda- tions which will be made when the City's traffic model and analysis are completed in September. As indicated above, the proposed University/Crest project shall be subject to the findings of the City's traffic model after the site has been annexed into the City. Annexation has been requested and is expected to occur in 1990. Future off-site roadway and circulation needs shall be determined for the City based on future traffic projections and the City's model. The project sponsor shall participate in any funding requirements or other mitigation fees determined to be necessary to implement those circulation improvements to ensure that the circulation system can provide an adequate level of service in the area. Response to Comment No. 5 (Chaffey Regional Park): Exhibit 17, contained in the Draft EIR, is based on the City's.adopted General Plan Land Use Element. That adopted plan reflects the regional park designation as identified above. Although the Fourth Street Rock Crusher facility was approved, the City has not deleted the regional park desig- nation from the Land Use Element. The City views the sand and gravel mining operation as an interim use. At such time as reclamation of the site occurs, the intent of the City is to implement the regional park as identified on Exhibit 17 in the Draft EIR. (As indicated in the Final EIR for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher, the City of Rancho Cucamonga City Council had adopted a policy to oppose the development of sand and gravel development in the Day Creek spreading grounds.) Response to Comment No. 6 (Conclusion): The concerns which have been identified in this comment have been addressed in the previous responses and those received from other agencies. ~tate of Callfafnia THE RESOURC~.S AGE~I~Y O~ CJ~JFORhlIA Me.morandum To : Dr. Gordon F. Snow ~ ' March 2, 1989 Assistant Secretary for Resources ~b~: Draft Environmental Mr. Neal Osborne Impact Report (EIR) San Bernardino County Office of Planning for the University/ 385 N. Arrowhead Avenue Crest Project, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0182 PUD# W121-49, .... S~"~z # 88082915 ..... , Department of ~onservatlon---Offlce of the Dimctm The Department of Conservaticnts Division of Mines and Geology (DMG) has reviewed the Draft EIR for the University/Crest Project. On February 15th, a DMG staff me~ber also visited the project site and the San Bernardino County Planning Office to discuss the project with Planning staff members. We have the following comments. Our primary concerns regarding the proposed project are: 1) the impact which the proposed project may have on future mineral resource availability; and 2) the potential impacts on the project from geologic hazards present at the site. These concerns were not adequately addressed in the Draft EIR, and are discussed in more detail below. It was determined by San Bernardino County prior to preparation of the Draft EIR that no significant impacts from geologic hazards were anticipated. Consequently, these hazards were not addressed in the Draft EIR, although they were briefly described in the "Environmental Setting" section. The Draft EIR mentions that "engineering geoloqy feasibility and subsurface investiga- tions" were conducted on the project site. The reports for these investigations were not included with the Draft EIR for our review, and s-~aries of the results of the investigations in the Draft EIR are brief and incomplete. We are, therefore, unable to comment on the adequacy of the geotechnical study for this project. The Draft EIR did not discuss potential impacts~ site ~eologic hazards or the possible loss of mineral re~~ nor dad it propose any mitigations for these potential ~acts~ .., th.r. fcr., find thi. Dr, ft., to b. inad.qu,t.. Under authority of the State Surface Mining and Reclama~n~ of 1975 (SMARA), the Department of Conservation is autho~/~d, among other responsibilities, to classify specified lands~~ State according to the presence of significant mineral The primary objective of mineral land classification is to ensure that the mineral potential of land is recognized and considered before land-use decisions that could preclude mining are made. This mineral-land classification information should be considered 'Dr. Gordon F. Snow Mr. Ned1 Osborne Mar~.h 2, 1989 - Page Two in the land-use planning decisions of the City. The potential loss of mineral resources due to incompatible land uses is a significant impac~ which has not been addressed in this Draft EIR. The Draft EIR states that the project is adjacent to "the 4th Street Rock Crusher", but no other discussion of mineral resources is given. DMG publications (see References below) show the property adjacent to the west border of the project to be a "designated- mineral resource "sector". DMG Special Report 143 describes the sector as con~aining significant quantities of high quality construction aggregate. The Repor~ determined that the Claremont-Upland Production-Consumption (P-C) Region, which includes the project site, does not have enough aggregate resources to meet projected demand for the nex~ fifty years. In fact, presently permitted aggregate mining operations in the P-C Region are only expected to meet demand u~ltil the late 1990s. Options for meeting the demand after that time are: 1) allow aggregate mining operations in new areas~ 2) allow expansion of present mining operations~ or 3) import aggregate from surrounding P-C Regions. However, DMG studies show that the surrotmding P-C Regions will not even be able to meet their own aggregate demands for the nex~ fifty years. The S~ate Mining and Geology Board has, therefore, designated the mineral resource sector as being a mineral deposit of regional significance. DHG Special Report 143 contains a more complete description of the sector. It also explains how and why mineral resource sectors are designated, and what such a designation means. Based on discussions with County Planning staff, we understand that the mineral resource sector adjacent, to the proposed project is owned by the San Bernardino County Flood Control District. The property is currently undeveloped, and is used for flood control and ground water recharge. The District also plans to allow aggregate mining on the property, and has leased the property to a mining company (4th Street Rock Crusher) for this purpose. No mining operations have been started on the District"s property as yet. There has been opposition to ~he proposed aggregate mining operation, and the issue is in litigation at ~his time. The residential development proposed by this project is a land use which is inherently incompatible with aggregate mining. Noise, dust, increased truck traffic, and visual impacts are aspects of aggregate mining operations which, usually make it incompatible with residential land uses. Our concern is that, if residential development is permitted adjacent to the proposed mining operation, future land-use conflicts may impact the future Dr. Gordon F. Snow Mr. Neal Osborne March 2, 1989 Page Three. availability of the resource. A valuable resource could be lost to the local construction industry, which would be costly and · difficult to replace. Potential land-use conflicts should be addressed now as part of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process. There may be certain m/tigation measures which would allow aggregate mining on Flood Control District property, alld residential development of at least part of the presently- proposed project site. Examples of possible mitigation measures include the use of landscaping and various types of land-use buffers to lessen mining ~mpac~s on residential areas. The issue of lead agency responsibility, vis-a-vis compliance ~eith SMARA, should also be addressed as part of the CEQA process. ction 2762 of SMARA states that within twelve (12) months of the designation of an area of regional significance within its jurisdiction, the lead agency (City or County) shall establish ~ineral resource management policies to be incorporated within 1ts General Plan. The mineral resource management policies should, among other things, assist in managing land uses which affect the areas of regional significance, and emphasize conservation and development of the mineral deposits. Section 2763 of SMARA states that lead agency land-use decisions involving areas designated as being of regional significance shall be in accordance with the lead agency,s mineral resource management policies. Land-use decisions shall consider the importance of these minerals to their market region as a whole, not Just .their importance to the lead agency,s area of Jurisdiction. The value of the mineral resource should be balanced against alternative land uses. The project site and the adjacent mineral resource sector are currently within unincorporated land within San Bernardino County. We understand that the county has mineral resource management policies ~egar~ing the mineral resource sector. The Draft SIR indicates that if the project is approved, the project site will be annexed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga, while the mineral resource sector will remain in County Jurisdiction. I~ is our understanding that the City does not presently have mineral resource management policies in its General Plan. There appears to be the potential for conflicts in land-use policies affecting the project site. These conflicts should be addressed before the project is approved. Land-use decisions made during this SIR process have the potential for impacting mineral resource availability. Therefore, the County should, as part of the current EIR process, address mineral resource availability and future land-use management decisions related to the designated mineral resource Dr. Gordon F. Snow Mr. Nee1 Osborne March 2, 1989 Page Four sector. The study should specifically address the issues listed in SHARA Sections 2762 and 2763. We recommend that the Final EIR for the proposed project contain a discussion of the mineral resource potential of the project site. This discussion should also provide an analysis of the impacts that the proposed project will have on the local and regional aggregate resource supplies, end address the cumulative impacts that this projec~ and similar developments will have on the long end shore-term supply of locally-available mineral resources in ~he area. Strona Seismic Ground Shakinq The site will be subject to very strong ground shaking from .. earthquakes occurring on any of the numerous active faults in the site vicinity. Areas close to the San Fernando fault which ruptured in 1971 experienced very high ground accelerations, approaching lg locally. Similar ground accelerations can be expected at the project site in the event of a e~rong earthquake on the Cucamonga or Red Hill fault. Ground motions could 'exceed Uniform Building Code (UBC) criteria for design of ear~hquake- resistant structures, causing damage to even "well built" structures. Expected values of ground motion at the site should be determined, including peak horizontal acceleration, peak velocity, duration of strong shaking, and predominant period of shaking. These parameters could then be used to evaluate the adequacy of current building codes for site s~ructures. The county may wish to consider implementing structure design and construction measures beyond the minimum prescribed in UBC. Surface Fault Rupture The Red Hill fault crosses the site.' The northeastern portion of the fault has surface expression, and offsets Holocene (11,000 years old or lees) deposits. This portion of the fault is within an Alquist-Pri010 Special Studies Zone (A-P Zone). To the southwest of the A-P Zone, including the per, ion of the fault which crosses the site, the fault is buried. There is no surface expression and, consequently, the fault was not included in the A-P Zone. There is no clear evidence indicating the southwestern portion of the fault is inactive, and, on the contrary, there is strong reason to believe the active por~ion of the fault does not stop at the A-P Zone boundary. There is the possibility of surface fault ruptur, on the site. Th. impacts of this hazard and any possible mitigations should be included in the Final EIR. Dr. Gordon F. Snow Mr. Neal Osborne March 2, 1989 Page Five Seismic Settlement and LiauefactigD These earthquake-related hazards were not adequately addressed in the Draft EIR. According to the description of geologic materials in the Draft EIR, portions of the site may be susceptible to these hazards. The alluvial materials underlying the site may be locally loose. The effec~ of the addition of water from lawn watering, etc., once the project is built, may increase the potential for liquefaction. These hazards should be fully addressed prior to project approval. If you have any questions regarding these comments, please contact Zoe McCrea, Division of Mines and Geology Environmental Review Officer, at (916) 322-2562. · nvironmental Program Coordinator DO'O:JSzefh . cc: Zoe McCrea, Division of Mines and Geology John Schlosser, Division of Mines and Geology California Division of Mines and Geology, 1984, Special Report 143, Par~VI~ Mineral Land Classification of the Greater Los Angeles area, Classification of Sand and Gravel Resource Areas, Claremont-Upland Production-Consumption Region. California Division of Mines and Geology, January 1987, SMARA Designation Report No. 5, Designation of Regionally Significant Construction Aggregate Resource Areas in the Claremont-Upland and San Bernardino Production-Consumption Regions. DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION April 7, 1989 (916) 445-8733 Mr. Ned1 Osborne San Bernardino County Office of Planning Land Management 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92415-0180 Dear Mr. Osborne= Subject: Additional comments regarding the Draft EIR for University/Crest PUD, S~H~ 880829~5 This letter presents an evaluation by ~he Department of Conservation~s Division of Mines and Geology (DMG) of additional information which has been provided, regarding ~he above project. Thank you for forwarding ~he Geologic Reports completed by Gary Rasmussen & Associates for ~he project. DMG's initial comments on the Draft EIR, contained in our Memorandum dated March 2, 1989, indicated that certain issues had not been adequately addressed in the Draft EIR. These issues were= 1) the potential lees of mineral resources; 2) the hazard of strong seismic ground shaking; and, 3) the hazard of surface fault rupture, and 4) the hazard of liquefaction. Upon review of the Geologic Reports for the project, it appears that the geologic hazards noted above have been adequately addressed in the Geologic Reports. Recommendations in the Reports should be followed. We understand from a telephone conversation on April 3rd with the EIR preparer, Mr. Keeton Kreitzer, that gravel mining operations adjacent to the project are not expected to be hampered by proposed residential development of the project site. It was indicated that the County has planned several mitigative measures, including visual and spatial buffers, arrangements for gravel truck traffic, and other measures which will substantially reduce the potential impacts of the gravel operation on future residents of the project. Mr. Keeton also indicated that there would be a recommendation in the Final EIR that future project residents be informed that gravel operations on the adjacent property are expected to continue for many years and that the noiee, dust, etc., from those operations could be noticeable at times. Based on this information, it appears that the issue of Mr. Neal Osborne April 7, 1989 Page Two possible loss of mineral resources due to potential land-use conflicts between the proposed proje=t and the adjacent gravel operations has been adequately addressed by the County. The measures proposed to mitigate the potential land-use conflicts associated with the proposed project should be included in the Final EIR. If you have any questions regarding these comments, please contact Zoe McCrea, Division of Mines and Geology Enviro~mental Review Officer, at (916) 322-2562. Sincerely, Dennis J. 0 ~ Bryant Environmental Program Coordinator DJO:JS:efh cc: David C. Nunenkamp, Governor's office of Planning and Research Zoe McCrea, Division of Mines and Geology John Schlosser, Division of Mines and Geology Department of Conservation - Office of the Director (March 2, 1989) Response to Comment No. I (General Introduction): Several geotechnical studies were submitted to the County Geologist and have been reviewed for their accuracy and adequacy. These studies were completed by Gary S. Rasmussen & Associates and addressed engineering geology considera- tions affecting the subject property. The County deter- mined, after thorough review of the Rasmussen documentation, that the issues had been adequately addressed and need not be evaluated in the Draft EIR. Similarly, because the site is designated for residential use and not for mineral extrac- tion, the County did not identify the issue of the possible loss of mineral resources as significant and, therefore, was not included as an issue to be addressed in the Draft EIR. Response to Comment No. 2 (Potential Loss of Mineral Re- The subject property (i.e., 425-acre University/Crest devel- opment area) is not located within a designated mineral resource sector; however, it is located within a classified mineral resource sector. This area is located adjacent to a designated MRZ-2 zone. The adjacent property has received approval for a mining activity by the County (i.e., Fourth Street Rock Crusher). Although the approval of that facil- ity was appealed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga, the Super- ior Court and Appealate Court upheld that approval and the Fourth Street Rock Crusher will begin operation in the near future. Therefore, that "regionally significant" resource, as identified by the Division of Mines and Geology, will not be lost. The subject property does have the potential for resource production. Based on information obtained from the County of San Bernardino, the 425-acre site could yield significant quantities of aggregate resources. The conversion of the site to residential development will result in the loss of this potential resource. These impacts, as previously indi- cated, are considered to De significant, both locally and regionally. However, it may be possible to offset some of the local impacts by utilizing on-site aggregate resources, if possible, as construction materials for the proposed project. Although potential land use conflicts will occur, the County, in its approval of that mining activity, required several mitigation measures to be incorporated to ensure that such potential conflicts (e.g-, noise, dust, nuisance, aesthetics, etc.) would be minimized. Forty mitigation measures are required for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher facility to address air quality, biological resources, popu- lation and housing, land use policy and planning, traffic and circulation, noise, vectors, site hazards, and visual resources. Adverse impacts remain to: dust, biota, land use policy, traffic, and aesthetics. These mitigation mea- sures, combined with those which will be implemented with the proposed project, will not only permit the sand and gravel operations but also partially protect existing and future residents in the vicinity of the facility from the adverse effects of the mining activities. Finally, a condition of approval will be required to ensure that future owners of'dwelling units proposed for the Univer- sity/Crest PUD are made aware of the sand and gravel mine on the adjacent property at the time of purchase. This shall be accomplished through the inclusion of a "white paper" disclosure, a common practice of the Department of Real Estate for such activities. In addition, sales brochures shall be required to indicate the location of the sand and gravel mine in relation to the residential development. Response to Comment No. 3 (Geologic Hazards): As previously indicated, the seismic and geologic hazards associated with the subject property have been addressed in technical documentation prepared by Gary S. Rasmussen & Associates. These documents assessed on-site faulting, the' soils and geologic conditions and other seismic and engin- eering conditions which affect site development. The docu- mentation prepared by Rasmussen included a subsurface inves- tigation on portions of the property slated for development. These reports have been reviewed by the County Geologist and were determined to be adequate for the level of planning conducted to date. The preliminary geotechnical reports were sent to Mr. John Schlosser at the California Division of Mines and'Geology for review subsequent to the receipt of this comment (refer to letter dated February 7, 1989 from Fourth Street Rock Crusher). These reports, summarized on page 13 (in Section II, Environmental Setting), are also on file at the County of San Bernardino. Michael Brandman Associates Environmental Rest-arch · Planning and Processing · Resources Management June 28, 1989 Mr. Steve Kelly Project Manager Land/Plan Design Group 9.30 Newport Center Drive~ Suite Newport Beach, California 92705 ,lob Name: University/Crest Planning Area, Etiwanda Purpose: Survey for the slender-horned spineflower (Centrostet[ia leptoeeras) and vegetation mapping Physical Description of Location: CA., San Bernardino Co., Etiwanda, between Day and Etiwanda Canyons. T1N.R6W. Sections 20 & 9.9. Elevation ranged from 1,480 to 2,160 feet. Soil ranged from river-rounded rocks and gravels, to sandy-gravelly, and sandy-silty. Dear Mr. Kelly: Biologists on the staff of Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. (MBA) surveyed the Day Creek region on June 17, 1989, to map vegetation and to seareh for the slender- horned spineflower (Centroste~la leptoceras). The plant community types and boundaries presented on the prior MBA report are consistent with the re-survey. Additional ureas were mapped, as requested (see attached exhibit). The oval-shaped area of disturbance near the south-central portion of section 20 is a water treatment plant maintained by the Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), 5500 Etiwanda Avenue. The tanks on the plant property are marked clearly on the USGS topo~raphie map, Cucamonga Peak Quadrangle, 1966, photorevised 1988; however, the USGS map does not delineate the boundary of the land occupied by CCWD. The property was thoroughly searched for the slender-horned spineflower. The species wss not located onsite or in the vicinity of the site. Suitable habitat for the spineflower is presently extremely limited on the site. In optimum habitat~ the spineflower occurs within the Riverside alluvial fan scrub community~ specifically in open~ sandy (with no silt)~ alluvial benches above annually flowing washes. The organic content of the sand in which it occurs ranges from completely sandy with no apparent organic material, to a level of organic material high enough to slightly darken the soil. It is not found in shade nor in regions of high shrub density; it seems to prefer broad open areas with few other plant species. Common associates include anl~-a!~ such other species of spineflower (Chorizanthe eorlscea and Chorizanthe ealifo~nica) intermingled with a very low density of non-native grasses such es rat- tail fesoue (Vulpia myuros) and red brome (Bromus rubens.). Corporate: Carnegie Centre, 2530 Red Hill Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 250-5555 Fax: 250-5556 Regional: 411 gi~¢st 5th Street, Suite 1010, Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 622-4443 Fax: 895-0959 Mr. Steve Kelly - Land/Plan Design Group June 28, 1989 Page 2 In many areas within the site, the shrub cover was far too dense to allow the slender- homed spineflower to exist. Further, there were no broad open sandy areas with the proper amount of organic content and sand particle size preferred by the plant. The soil on the site had a higher orl~anic content than most other alluvial fan scrub habitats that are known to support the slander-homed spineflower, and the sand contained a large component of silt particles. MBA's conclusion, based on this evidence as well as the fact that no slender-homed spineflower plants were located during the survey, is that the species does not occur on the project site. Sincerely, MICHAEL BRAI~DMAN A~SOCIATES, INC. Senior Project Manager Enelosurns: vegetation map KLS:ps/5180006CAS legend ~ ~ I~tst~'b~ , ,~.,.. Vegetation Map-S~uthern Parcel University/Crest Planning Area ~h~t APPENDIX ACOUSTICAL ANALYSIS aris D. Giroux Atmospheric Environment Consultant rology * Air Quality * Acoustics/Noise * Airborne Toxics · Nuisance Dust/Odor NSy 17, 1988 La~d Plan Design Group Attn: Jess g~ris 230 Newport Center Drive, Suite 200 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Dear Mr. ~rris: As per your request, I have conducted a noise contour analysis for the roadway system surrounding the Umiversity/Canyon Crest property (Etiwanda/Day Canyon Development). Community Noise Equivalent Levels (CNELs) were calcu2ated based on traffic data contained in a report from Xunzman & Associates dated December 9, 1987~ These levels are the "at Buildout" levels, and include background "pass-th~ough" traffic as well as all traffic from the completion a~ occupancy of al1 twenty-five parcels comprising the Etiw~nda/San Seva~ne plan~£ng ~rea. Terrain effects along several east-west roadways have Been explicitly included in the analysis. The minimum set-hack from roadway centerline has been calculated at each roadway link in and around the development. Changes in the CI~EL contour location that would result from the use of physical noise abatement measures have also been calculated. The results of this study are attached. Please call me if you have any questions or comments, or further clarifications of the findings is required. Sincerely, .- Noise Consultant ~0 Z6 Sunflyer · Irvine. California 92714 · (714) ?86-0?82 NOISE STUDY UNIVERSITY / CREST PROPERTY NORTH ETi~ANDA / DAY CREEK PLANNING AREA County of San Bernardino, CA THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA THE C~R~N COMPANY ETIWANDA RIGHLAND PROPERTIES, LTD. By: NANS D. GIROUX Noise Consultant 26 Sunriver Irvine, CA 9271& CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA P~ office []o~ F.07. [~anch.. Cucamonga. Cillifotnla 9]?.'~0. (?|.Ii ~-],e~] Heal Osborne County of San Bernardtno 385 North Arrowhead; 3rd Floor San Bernardlno, CA 92415 SUBJECT: DRAFT ENVIRONME~N. H4)ACT REPORT FOR THE UNIVERSITY/CREST PROJECT: PUD NO, W121-49 Dear ~, Osborne: Thank you for the opportunity to respond to the subject Draft Environmental Impact Report. In most respects the draft EZR ts well prepared and ve~ thorough. We continue to have concerns about some items. CONCERNS: 1. Circulation/Transportation: The City Engineering Division has ma3or concerns aoout pro&ect related and cumulative traffic impacts traffic which will occur. (~ee attached memo of February 28, 1988). Zn addition, the Draft EIR must reflect Cai Trans concerns about project impacts on existing Route 30, Elghland Avenue. Also, the Draft EIR should discuss the recent federal direction to space freeway offramps at a minimum of t~o mile intervals. This directive would seriously affect design of the Route 30 Freeway and the design of the City and County circulation system in the area. 2. Climate/Air ~ualtty Air ~ualtty. Adoption of the 1988 Air Quality ~nagemont Plan is expected to occur in Hatch 1989. Therefore, references to the 1982 ~MP in the Draft EIR are inadequate: The air quality analysts and recommended mitigations must reflect the 1988 AQ~P. Climate. The project is located in a high wind area. The -d~E'ESses dust and mitigation measures. The EIR must also d~scuss wind as a hazard to structures and mitigation measures, Dennis L. Stout Debo~h N. Bm~ ~meb J. WHght Lauren M. Wa$$erman Neal Osborne Draft EIR March 2, lgSg Page 2 3. Biological Resources. Preservation of 675 acres of riparian/hillsiDe chaparral plant co~nunity is not a mitigation measure for the loss of the Rtversidean sage shrub plant conmuntty. This loss of the Rtverstdean conmunity must be listed as an unavoidable loss which cannot be mitigated. 4. Notse. The Draft EIR .does not discuss the noise impacts re--~T~'ed to the 4th Street Rock Crusher project which has been approved by the County adjacent to the project site on the west. Discussion of mitigation of these tmpacts must be added to t/ne EZR. Land Use. Change of Land Use for University Property. Under the City Genera; Plan, t~e university o~ned portions of the acreage proposed for development are designated as open space. City staff has revte~ed the proposed plan and agrees in concept that the open space designation could logically be changed to a stngle family residential designation tn order to reserve more appropriate land for University research purposes. The Draft EIR project proposes 1,Zg3 dwelllng untts, Including a 10~ denstty bonus. Based on geological constraints such as slope, as well as infrastructure constraints such as traffic and circulation, the City staff supports a maximum density of 2.4 dwelling units per developable acre for a yield of ~,01! units. Please note that the Draft EIR discussion of the Ctty of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan designation is based on a maximum density of 4 dwelling units per acre (Table 2, page 33). The actual City General Plan designation is a range of 2-4 dwelltng units per acre. The use of a range per~tts the actual unit count to reflect environmental.constraints. The Ctty recom;endation of 2.4 dwelling units per acre reflects such environmental constraints. The 675 Acre Research Area. A maximum of 17 units would be allowea on this acreage, by the County. City staff supports preservation of open space for privately owned enclaves within the National Forest Boundary. City staff therefore supports any mitigation which would guarantee that the 675 acre area will be preserved permanently as open space. Such a mechanism could be a transfer of development rights. Another mechanism could be an outright deed of property to the National Forest. Neal Osborne Draft EIR March 2, 1989 Page 3 The change of Land Use designation from open space to residential use of University owned property which is located directly adjacent to the City ltmits and to residential development within the City makes sense provided that the northern parcel is preserved as open space. Further, access to the 675 acres is currently by an unimproved trail. Any improvements to access would have an impact on drinking water supply. To be consistent with forest service policies for this area access must remain unimproved and must be required as a mitigation measure. 6. Archeology and Cultural Resources. This section has been well researched and presented. City staff is particularly '' appreciative of the effort made to identify the source and use of the £tiwanda Cairns. 7. Infrastructure. Only sewer facilities and services are mentioned in t~e Draft EIR. The EIR should also discuss the availability and adequacy of water supply, elementary schools, high school, parks, police and fire services. Even if these issues have been previously addressed elsewhere to the satisfaction of the County, the information should be s~arlzed in this document. For example, the property is undeveloped and therefore, there is no current water supply. SU/e4ARY. The City has serious concerns about the environmental impacts of Trefftc/Ctrculation and about the density o~ development. The discussion of these issues in the Draft £IR is inadequate. The City has other concerns about the adequacy of the EIR on wind hazards to structures, unmttlgatlble biological impacts, potential noise impacts associated with the 4th Street Rock Crusher, and availability of infrastructure. If you have any questions please call Miki Bratt or myself at (714) 989- 1861. Sincerely, CO(~4UNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT /,- CITY OF RANCHO CUCAI~0NGA c~o~_ DA~: ~rch 1, 1989 h z ~: Mtkt Bratt, ~soctate Planner MM: ~t~ Miller, Assistant Civil Engineer SU~ECT: Revtw of Enviro~ental I~act Report for Untverst~/Crest Project, PUD No. W121-4g Please include the following comments in your response to the County of San Bernardino: 1. The traffic study referenced and included as Appendix B to the subject report is out of date. It has been reviewed by the City and revised twice since August 1, 1988. Revisions, to date, have included the proposed street layout used as a basis for all the exhibits, the single family residential trip generation rate, and adjustments to the numbers of through trove1 lanes recommended on various streets. The internal guidelines for residential streets have also been revised. Of particular interest with respect to environmental impacts is the increase in the 'average daily traffic (AOT) for the study area. The revised traffic study indicates 26,980 daily vehicular trips for the five zones, which is 32 percent higher than the 20,540 trips stated in the EIR. 2. Even with the revisions made to date, the referenced traffic study is not accepteble to the City (see attached letter, dated 2/3/89). There are at least two key concerns which directly affect the University/Crest Project: a) Day Creek Boulevard is shown as a Major Otvtded Arterial in the Circulation Element of the City's General Plan, not a Secondary Arterial. The most recent traffic study indicated traffic levels on East Avenue worse than a Level of Service "0" for an undivided secondary arterial street. Upgrading the current designation of East Avenue is not feasible. If the traffic study indicates the need for more than a Secondary Arterial, it must be Day Creek Boulevard. )n addition, recent conmuntcattons with Caltrens have indicated that intersection spacing on the Route 30 Freeway may be revised. This would place even greater emphasis on Oay Creek Boulevard. MIKI BRATr REVIEW/ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT UNIVERSITY/CREST PROJECT PUD ~W121-49 MARCH 1, 1989 PAGE TWO b) The traffic study fails to sufficiently address off-site mitigation measures i-n the near-term absence of the Route 30 Freeway. Highland Avenue, as well as Sumit and £tiwanda Avenues, will be severely impacted by the development of the University/Crest Project. The EIR acknowledges that significant cumulative traffic impacts will remain after the mitigation measures they propose. This is not acceptable to the City. 3. In the absence of an approved traffic study the City cannot approve of the University/Crest Project. One approach would be to assume the worst case, then identify all necessary mitigation measures both on-site (the design for Day Creek Boulevard, 24th St., Vintage Drive, etc.) and off-site (the upgrading of other City streets). However, traffic mitigation measures for the entire Etiwanda North area could conceivably involve density limitations. If so, these should be applied uniformly, beginning with this project. 4. The EIR listed only one of the City's Circulation Objectives; 'encouraging the Route 30 Freeway. The General Plan al so lists: a) 'Encourage development of improved access to existing freeways to accomodate projected traffic projections," and b) "Discourage non-local through traffic from traversing the City on collector and local streets" (i.e. Etiwenda and Suneit). $. Since the project'is within the proposed annexation area, City Standards should be used for internal street design. 6. Portions of the project site drain to Day Creek and portions to Ettwenda Creek. Development approvals must be conditional upon the construction of the appropriate storm drainage facilities in accordance with the respectivq approved studies. ~:ly City of Rancho Cucamonga (March 2, 1989) Response to Comment No. I (Circulation/Transportation): The detailed traffic study prepared by Kunzman Associates (Appendix B) was reviewed for adequacy by the County's Trans- portation Department. According to County staff, the traf- fic analysis adequately addressed the existing and future traffic conditions. Two future traffic scenarios have been evaluated: with and without Route 30 Freeway. That traffic study, dated December 1988, was revised to reflect a higher trip generation rate and address some circulation network changes proposed by the project planner. That revised traf- fic study is attached for review and consideration by the City. As indicated in a previous response (refer to Fourth Street Rock Crusher Comment No. 4), the proposed project shall be evaluated in accordance with the City's completed traffic model to determine the specific nature and extent of off- site circulation improvements. If annexed to the City, the project will be subject to all mitigation requirements estab- lished by that model analysis. If annexation does not oc- cur, the County of San Bernardino shall work in concert with the City of Rancho Cucamonga to determine the most appro- priate mitigation measures, in addition to those identified in the Draft EIR, to ensure that the future circulation network will provide an adequate level of service. The project sponsor shall provide fair-share financing of any future regional (off-site) improvements which will be re- quired. Response to Comment No. 2 (Climate/Air Quality): The 1989 AQMP was adopted on March 17, 1989 by the Air Qual- ity Management District. That document is predicated on the adopted City and County General Plan and other relevant planning documents (e.g., SCAG growth forecasts, etc.). The proposed project is consistent with the the 1989 AQMP and the growth forecasts for the area. The proposed project will be subject to the short-term and long-term mitigation measures and strategies outlined in the 1989 AQMP; however, non-attainment is projected to continue for many years. The southerly portion of the 425-acre development area is located within the jurisdiction of the West End Resource Conservation District. It is an area determined to be sub- ject to serious and hazardous wind erosion problems which create conditions that affect the health, safety, welfare and property of the residents of the County. Such adverse blowsand conditions exacerbate the particulate problems in the west end of the County. The West End Resource Conser- vation District requires that a permit be granted by the County Agricultural Commissioner to disturb existing soils. A soil disturbance permit is required for areas encompassing one acre or more and a soil erosion plan is required for areas of 15 acres and larger. The following mitigation measures shall be required to en- sure that wind erosion impacts are minimized: a. The applicant shall be required to obtain a permit from the County Agricultural Commissioner. The permit will require that the applicant also pre- pare a dust control plan to ensure that fugitive dust is minimized. This plan shall be prepared for the developing portions of the entire pro- perty, even though only the southerly portion is within the Resource Conservation District jurisdic- tion. The dust control shall plan include requir9- ments to phase grading, provide landscaping and introduce soil binders, as well as other means to minimize fugitive dust. This dust control plan shall be approved and enforced by the County Agri- cultural Commissioner. b. Grading shall not occur in advance of construction (i.e., mass grading) to ensure that large graded areas do not become the source of blowsand during high wind conditions. Areas to be graded, as well as the timing of all operations, shall be identif- ied in the dust control plan prepared for the proposed project. c. Grading shall be restricted during high velocity wind conditions in accordance with the require- ments established by the West End Resource Conser- vation District (refer to Section 810.0120 of the San Bernardino County Code (Volume 2). d. Soil binders and stabilizers which are non hazar- dous shall be used. These materials shall be identified in the dust control plan which will be required and approved by the County Agricultural Commissioner. Response to Comment No. $ (Biological Resources): The loss of the Riversidean sage scrub community will be an unavoidable adverse impact which will not be mitigated. However, is should be noted that the applicant should be required to participate in a program of off-site mitigation (e.g., regional biota bank) which may be developed to pre- serve this significant plant community. Response to Comment No. 4 (Noise): The noise impacts have been previously described in the Response to Comment No. 3 (Noise) for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher. As described in that response and in the Final EIR prepared for the aggregate mining facility, noise impacts along the easterly property boundary (of the mining facil- ity), adjacent to the University/Crest development area, will not be significant. Further, the County of San Bernar- dino has determined that several mitigation measures shall be implemented by the Fourth Street Rock Crusher to ensure that off-site noise levels are reduced to acceptable levels. Response to Comment No. 5 (Land Use): The reduction in density as recommended by the City of Ran- cho Cucamonga will result in a commensurate reduction in quantitative impacts. The most significant of these will be a reduction in vehicular trips, air emissions, and the gener- ation of raw sewage. As indicated in this comment, the City has determined that the most appropriate density which should be applied to the subject property is 2.4 du/ac, yielding a total of 1,011 dwelling units. Based on the Cityts assessment of environmental constraints, this density is the most appropriate for the site to minimize impacts to the environment. The discussion of density transfer and need to ensure the preservation of the 675-acre northern element is consistent with the findings made in the Draft EIR. As presented in Table 1 (page 9) of the Draft EIR, a total of 17 dwelling units (i.e., 1 du/40 acres) could be permitted on the 675- acre element. The applicant has proposed to transfer that maximum dwelling unit allocation to the southern element. As a result of this proposal, no further development would be permitted on the northern element. The County of San Bernardino, in cooperation with the appropriate public agen- cies (e.g., U. S. Forest Service, State Department of Fish and Game, and University of California) shall ensure that the northern element (associated with the proposed develop- men=) is preserved to serve as an educational, biological and open space amenity. Response to Comment No. 6 (Archaeology and Cultural Re- sources)= No response is necessary. Response to Comment No. 7 (Infrastructure): The County of San Bernardino conducted an environmental assessment and initial study. During that preliminary envi- ronmental documentation, the County determined that no signi- ficant impacts would occur to the public services and facili- Stale of Califocn~a Business, Ttansportotlon and Housing Agency emorandum To ~ State Clearinghouse Da~ : March ?, 1989 Office of Planning & Research 1400 10th Street File No.: Sbd-30-9.46 Sacramento, CA 95814 SCH# 88082915 Attention John Keene Fmm : D~ARTME/~TOFTRANSPORTATION Subject: Draft Environmental Zmpac~ Report for the University Crest Project in the County of San Bernardino' We have reviewed the above-mentioned project and are unable to complete our analysis because the traffic study lacks the following: .. o A complete analysis of the project's effect on the State Highway System with.demand'mitigations to reduce congestion and facility mitigations to handle the traffic created by this development. o The traffic study should contain two scenerios: one with the assumption that the proposed Route 30 Freeway is completed and the other without. It is Caltrane policy to support economic growth and orderly land use development; however, new development that significantly impacts State highway facilities should have mitigation measures addressed. In view of the fact that Caltrans has no funds available for infrastructure improvements, we recommend that San Bernardino County take the lead in developing a fair-share mechanism in which developers would participate to fund needed improvements to the State Highway System. All jurisdictions need to take all measures available to fund improvements and reduce total trips generated. ties identified in this comment. Therefore, none were iden- tified to be evaluated in the Draft EIR. The Development Plan document which has been prepared for the Univer- sity/Crest project has included a discussion of infrastruc- ture needs, including those identified in the comment. The Development Plan document should be submitted to the City for review to ensure that any public service and/or facility improvements (to be provided by the City if annexation oc- curs) are capable of providing an adequate level of service. ' of Callfo~nia Business, Transportation and Housing Agency emorandum To : State Clearinghouse Da~ ~ March 7, 1989 Office of Planning & Research 1400 10th Street Fi~ No.: Sbd-30-9.46 Sacramento, CA 9S814 SCH# 88082915 Attention John Keene From : D~ARTMENTOFTRANSPORTA~ON District 8 Su~, Draft Environmental Impact Repor~ for ~he University Crest Project in the County of San Bernardino' We have reviewed the above-mentioned project and are unable to complete our analysis because the traffic study lacks the following: o A complete analysis of the project,s effect on the State Highway System with demand mitigations to reduce congestion and facility mitigations to handle the traffic created by this development. o The traffic study should contain two scenerios: one with the assumption that the proposed Route 30 Freeway is completed and the other without. It is Caltrans policy to support economic growth and orderly land use development; however, new development that significantly impacts State highway facilities should have mitigation measures addressed. In view of the fact that Caltrans has no funds available for infrastructure improvements, we recommend that San Bernardino County take the lead in developing a fair-share mechanism in which developers would participate to fund needed improvements to the State Highway System. Ail jurisdictions need to take all measures available to fund improvements and reduce total trips generated. Department of Transportation, District 8 (March 7, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1: Exhibit 11 of the Draft EIR illustrates the circulation network in the project environs and the future daily traffic volumes expected under the ultimate development scenario with the construction of the Route 30 Freeway. Based on that scenario, Route 30 is expected to carry between 74,000 and 87,400 vehicles per day in the vicinity of the project. Exhibit 12 in the Draft EIR presents a circulation scenario which does not include the construction of Route 30. Based on the projected trips generated by future development, Highland Avenue is expected to carry between 52,000 and 62,400 vehicles per day in the future if Route 30 is not constructed. The traffic analysis presented in the Draft EIR (refer to pages 35 through 48) that if planned uses in the study area are built and occupied prior to the imple- .mentation of the Freeway (i.e., Route 30), it will be neces- sary to improve Highland Avenue to a six-lane highway with dual left turn lanes and separate right-turn lanes at inter- sections. Since that time, the firm of Kunzman Associates has prepared a revised traffic study which responds to several comments received from the project planner and from the City of Ran- cho Cucamonga in October, 1988. That study provides updated information regarding trip generation rates and revised all of the future daily traffic volumes for both circulation scenarios (i.e., with and without Route 30). A copy of that report will be forwarded to CalTrans for review and comment. Response to Comment No. 2: Mitigation measure 7 on page 47 of the Draft EIR states: "The project applicant shall participate in the imple- mentation of required regional traffic improvements, including the studies necessary to determine the im- provements. Participation can occur in the form of fair share funding, determined by the County of San Bernardino in cooperation with CalTrans." This mitigation measure appears to be consistent with the concern expressed by the CalTrans comment regarding the lack of funds available for infrastructure improvements. C~ Nee1 Osborne San Bernardino County ~ 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92415-0182 S~lbject: Car.vn Development Co. University/Crest PUD W121-49 S~H# 88082915 D~ar: Mr. Osborne: The Statm Clearinghouse has su~mitted the above named draft Environmental Impact Repor~ (EIR) to selected sta~e agencies for review. The review l~riod is now closed and the ccmm~nts frcm the responding agenoy(ies) is(are) enclosed. ~n the enclosed Notice of Completion form you will note that the Clearinghouse has checked the a0encies that hav~ ccmumnted. Please review the Notice of C~letion to ensure that your comment package is complete. If the camu~nt package is not in order, please notify the State Clearinghouse iuuuediately. Remember to refer to the project's eight-digit State Clearinghouse number so that w~ u~y respond prou~tly. Please note that Section 21104 of the California Public Resources Code requires 'a ~esponsible agency or other public agency shall only make substantive cou~nents regarding those activities involved in a project which are within an ar~a of expertise of the agency or which are required to be carried out or app=oved by the agency.' C~-~nting agencies ar~ also ~mmquired by this section to support their c~,=,~ts with specific doc__~mntation. These c~,,,en~s are fo~m~arded for your use in preparing your final ~-IR. Should you need more information Or clarification, we ~ec~nd that you contact the ccu~nting agency (ies )., This letter acknowledges that you have cau~lied with the State Clearinghouse review requirements for draft environmental documents, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality A~t. Please co~tact John Keens at 916/445-0613 if you have any questions regarding the enviro~m~ntal review process. Sincerely, Chief Office of Permit Assis~ance Enclo~ure~ co: l~sources Agency OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH March 13, 1989 Neal Osborne San Bernardino County 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92415-0182 Subject: Caryn Development Co. University/Crest PUD SCH~ 88082915 De~z' Mr. Osborne: ' The enclosed c~,','-~ec~s on your draft ~~l ~ ~ ~iv~ by ~he State ~e~ngho~e ~er ~ ~ ~ ~ ~te ~ew ~. ~ ~ ~ ~1~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ to Zate c~e=~s. ~wever, you may ~sh to t=cor~r~te the~ ~o~ ~ ~ ~ ~tton of Please co=~act John [eerie at 916/~613 ~f you ~ve ~y questto=s ~r, ~ ~ ~ elght d~2tt ~ ~~ ~r ~ ~ ~ my St~y, ~d C. ~ ~ftce ~ ~t ~s~ce State of ~ifomia The Memorandum To ~ 1. Gordon F. Snow, Ph.D. Assistant Secreta~ ~or Resources 2. County of' San Beruard~no ~8~ N. Arrowhead Ave. San Bernard~no, CA Attention: Nea~ Osborne Los Angeles, CA 900~5 S~b~,, ~ f*or Ca~n Development Co. On:Lve~sJ.t~,/¢~est PUD W~].-~9, SCH #88082915 Your sub;lect docu=ent has been reviewe~ by ou~ DepoSit o~ Hater Resources sta~. Reco~en~at~o~, ~ ~e~ ~a~ to ~ater c~e~at~on ~ ~Z~ d~ P~v~t~on, ~ atta~. A~r ~vL~ ~o~ ~rt, ye ~so void ~Lke to ~c~d ~t ~u ~e~ co~de~ ~mp~t~& a comp~$ve p~ ~ ~e ~c~B~ vG~e= ~o= L~t$on P~ses ~ o~e= ~ ~ ~sh vga= 8uppZ~es ~o~ ~cL~ ~ ~r~ ~ q~ty water supp~. For Fur~er ~ffo~a~on, you m~ v~sh to contact Jo~ P~s~ at (~) ~20-~. ~ ~u flor ~e op~rt~ty ~o ~v~ ~ c~ ~ ~ ~r~. S~ce~ly, ~u~e~ D~s~ct At~ DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCE8 RECOMMENDATION8 FOR WATER CONSERVATION AND WATER' RECLAMATION To ~educe water demand, implement the water conservation measures described Required The following Sta~e laws require water-efficient plumbing fixtures in s trec tures: oHealth and Safet~ Code Section 17~22.~ ~equires low-flush toilets and urinals in virtua~ly a~l buildin~s as follows: "After Sanuary 1. 1983, all new buildin~s constrected in this state shall use water closets and associated flushometer valves, if any, which are water-conservation water closets as defined by American National Standards Institute Standard Al12.19.2, and urinals and associated flushometer valves, if any. that use less than an average off 1-1/2 gallons per flush. Blowout water closets and associated flushometer valves are exempt from ~he requirements of this section." o ?itle 20, California Administrative Code Section l[~0~(f) (^pplianc,' Efficienc Star, da.-ds establishes efficiency standards that give the maximum flow rate of oll new showerheads, lavatory fa~ce~s, and sink faucets, as specified in the standard approved by the American National Standards Institute on November 16, 1979, and known as ANSI Alll. 18. lM-19?9. o Title 20t Califbrnia A&m~n~atrative Code Section 160~(b) (Applianc Efficienc2 Standards) Prohibits the sale Of fixtures that do not comply with regulations. No new appliance may be sold or offered for sale in California that is no~ certified by i~s manufacturer to be ~n compliance wi~h the provisions of the regulations establishing applicable efficiency standards. o Title 2~ of the California Adm~n~Stretive Code Section 2-5~07(b) (California Ener~ Conservation Standards for New Buildings) prohlbi~s the ins~allation of fixtures unless the manuffacturer has certified to the CEC compliance with the flow rate standards. o Title 2~, California Administra~ive Code Sec~ns 2-~3~2(i) and address pipe insulation requirements, which con reduce water used before hot water reaches equipment or fixtures. These' requirements apply to steam and steam-condensate return piping and recirculating hot water piping in attics', garages, crawl spaces, or unheated spaces other than between floors or in interior walls. Insulation of water-heating systems is also required. o Health and Safety Code Section 4047 prohib£ts installation of residential vatsr softening or conditioning appliances unless certain conditions are satisfied. Included is the requirement that, in most instances, the installation of the appliance must be accompanied by water conservation devices on f~xtores usin~ softened or conditioned o Government Code Section 7800 specifies that lavatories An all public fscilities constr~cted a~ter Jenu8~ l, 1985, be equipped with salf-clnsin~ faucets that l~Lt flow of hot vatsr, To be Implemented where epplloeble Interior: 1. Su~lv line pressure: Water pressure ~reator then 50 pounds per squere ~nch (psi) be rmduced to ~0 psi or less by means of a pressurm-rmduc~ng valve. ' ' 2. Drinkin~ fountains: Drinkin~ fountains be equipped vith self-closing · valves o Hotel roo~s: Conservation reodndere be posted in rooms end restrooms.' Ther~ostatically controlled o~Lxin~ valve be installed for bath/sho~er. Laundr~ facilities: Hater-conservin~ aedels of ~ashers be used. 5. Restaurants: ~ater-conservin~ ~odels of dishvashers be used or spray e~ittere that have been ~etrofitted. ~or reduced flow. Drinkin~ ~ater be se~ed upon request 6. Ultra-low-Flush toilets: 1-1/2-~tlon per Flush toilets be installed in all nele onnstroc~Lon. Exterior:e 1. Landscape ~ith lo~ ~ater-usin~ plants vherever feasible. 2. Xinisize use of la~n by llo~tting it to la~-dependent uses, such as playin~ fields. ~hen la~n is used, require ~ar~ season ~rasses. ~. Group plants of .similar ~atsr use to reduce overirrigation of lo~-~ater-using plents. P~ovide information to occupents regarding benefits of low-~ater-using landscaping and sources of additional assistence. ~he Department of ~ater Resources or local ~ater distract may aid An developing these materials or providing other information. FLOOD DAMAOE PREVENTION In fflood-p~one areas, fflood danage prevention measures required to protect a proposed development should be based on the following guidelines: 1. It is the State's policy to conserve water; any potential loss to ~round water should be mitigated. 2. All bullchLng structures should be protected a~'Lnst a lO0-year Flood. 3. Tn ~hose areas not covered by a Flood Insurance Rate Hep or Flood Boundaz.y and Floodway Map. issued by ~he Federa~ Emergency Management Agency, ~he lO0-year flood elevar~Lon and boundary should be sho~n in the Emvironmenta~ Impact Report. At least one route off ingress and es~ess ~o the development should be avoilable during a tOO-year flood. 5. The slope and foundation designs for all structures should be based on detailed soils and engineering stuchLes, especially for hillside developments. ~.Revegetation of disturbed or nevly constructed slopes should be done as 8oo~ as possible (utiliz/n~ native or low-water-ns~n~ plant material). 7.The potential damage to the proposed development by mudflov should be assessed and m/ti~ated as z~qu~red. 8. OrodinE shOtLld be limited to dry months Co n~n/m/ze prublems associated with ee~nent t~ansport dur/n~ construct/on. 5. Use mulch extensively in ell landscaped a=eas. Mulch applied on top soil will /reprove the water-holdinE capacity of ~e soil by ~duci~ evapora=ton ~d soil compac~ion. 6. P~se~e ~d p~tec~ exist/nE =~es ~d shahs. ~tablish~ pl~ts are often adapted ~o lo~-water-ustn~ conditions ~d ~eir use saves wa=er n~ded to establish ~placemen~ ve~ta~ton. 7. I~t~l efficient irrisation syste~ that minimize ~off evapo=ation ~d m~tmize the ware= that will re,ch the pl~ ~ots. D~tp t==t~atton, so~l moistu~ se~o=s. ~d auComattc l=~iEa=ion s~stems a~ a fe~ me~ of tnc=e~tn~ ~=rt~atton efficiency. 8. Use pe~io~ pavtn~ mate=i~ wheneve= feasible to ~duce su=face 9. O~e slopes so ~at ~off of su=face ware= is min~zed. 11. ~cou~ cluste~ development. ~hich c~ ~duce the ~o~t of l~d ~inE converted to u=b~ ~e. ~s will ~duce the ~ of of natu=~ d=atna~ s~ste~ ~n new developments. 13. To ~d in ~d wrater ~ch~. p~se~e flo~ plans ~d aqutfe~ ~cha=~ ~ ~ o~ space. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY March 28, t989 Office of the Chief Environmental Resources Branch County of-San Bernardlno Environmental Public Works A~ency 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardlno, California 92415-0180 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have reviewed the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the University/Crest Planned Unit Development, as requested in a letter from your office, dated January 11, 1989. .. Work in waters of the United States might require a permit under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act. We cannot determine from the sub~itted information the extent of the Corps' jurisdiction over this project. Please give our Regulatory Branch documentation that clearly describes the area and extent of any proposed work in watercourses and adjacent wetlands to help us make that determination. If the proposed project involves any Federal assistance through funding or permits, compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C. 470f) and implementing regulations, 36 CFR 800, viii be required. The proposed plan does not conflict with navigation, flood control, or existing or authorized plans or programs of the Corps of Engineers. We have no comnents on the 'DEIR. Thank you for the opportunity to review and c~ent on this document. Sincerely, .~J~bert S. Joe ief, Planning Division Department of Water Resources (March 6, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1: The project proponent shall consider a comprehensive program to use reclaimed water for irrigation purposes if such a program is available at the time development occurs. In addition, all applicable water conservation and water reclam- ation measures recommended by the Department of Water Re- sources (refer to attachments) shall be implemented where required and/or feasible. U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (March 28, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1: The applicant will provide the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (i.e., Regulatory Branch) with adequate information regard- ing the nature and extent of all grading operations. The information provided shall ensure that any watercourse and/or adjacent wetlands which may be affected by the imple- mentation of the proposed project (necessitating a permit under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act) can be determined and adequately addressed in the planning and design of the proposed pro- ject. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT' ' · ' SCH No. 88082915 UNIVERSITY/CREST PRELIHINARy DEVELOPMENT PLAN FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN MASTER TENTATIVE TRA~TS 14522 AND 14523 TENTATIVE TRACTS 14606 through 14612 and 14493 through 14498 Prepared for: County of San Bernardino 385 North Arrowhead, 3rd Floor San Bernardino, CA 92415 Contact Person: Kathleen Browne Prepared by= Environmental Perspectives 1530 East First Street, Suite 214 Santa Ana, CA 92701 Contact Person= Keeton K. Kreitzer TABLE OF CONTENTS University/Crest Property Preliminary Development Plan Paqe I. Project Description .................................. A. Introduction. 1 C. Regional Setting. 1 D. Project Characteristics ........................... II. Environmental Setting III. Summary of Environmental Impact Report ' ......... · ...... 14 IV. Alternatives to the'Proposed Project......i ........ ~.. 15 V. Detailed Envi~0nmentai impa~t'Analysis~.~.~.~.....i;i~..'2~ · · ' ' n/T .... .... ~- A~ Transport~tio rafficand Circuiation~ .... ~ 22 "'' B. Climate/Air Quality .............................. 30 c. Biological Resources ............................. 31 D. Noise. . 32 F. Cultural and Historical Resources ................ 50 G. Sewer Facilities and Services .................... 51 VI. Bibliography ......................................... 52 VII. People and Organizations Contacted ................... 53 VIII. Appendix A. Traffic Analysis LIST OF EXHIBITS University/Crest Property Preliminary Development Plan Exhibit Paqe i Proposed Land Use/Conceptual Lot Layout Plan ...... 3 2 Planning Areas/Neighborhoods ..................... 5 3 The Crest Final Development Plan ................. 7 4 Day Creek Final Development Plan ................. 8 5 Tentative Tracts 14606 through 14612 ............. . 10 6 Tentative Tracts 14493 through 14998, and 14522 & 14523 .................................... 11 7 Alternative Site Location ........................ 16 8 Existing County Land Use Plan .................... 36 9 Open Space Parks and Trails Plan ................. 42 LIST OF TABLES University/Crest Property Preliminary Development Plan Table Paqe 1 Statistical Summary (University/Crest Preliminary Development Plan ...................... 4 2 Statistical Summary (Tentative Tract Maps 14606 through 14612, 14493 through 14498 and 14522 &.14523) ................................... 9 3 Future Intersection Capacity Utilization (North Etiwanda Study Area) ...................... 24 4 ICU.an~LOS-Values (FutUre C¢.nditions)~ ..... ~ .... 26 5 General. Plan Development Allowance .......... '...'... 44 6 Residential Density Mandated in Specific Plan .... 47 I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION A. Introduction The University/Crest Draft EIR (SCH No. 88082915) was prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines adopted by the County of San Bernardino. Distribution for public review occurred on January 18, 1989. Comments were received from several local, State and other agencies and organizations. Responses to each of the several comments were prepared and incorporated into the proposed Final EIR. Those specific comments and their responses appear in the proposed Final EIR as Appendix F of that document. The proposed Final EIR has' incorporated all necessary text changes, based on the com-.ents received not only from responsible agency review but also on information provided by other County agencies to ensure that the analysis contained within was adequate. 'Apublic hearing on theprOpoSed~Final EiR.for. pUD No~ W121,49 was held on February- 17, .1989. This public hearing, before.the County's EnVir°umental"'Review c0mmitt~e/ determined that"the information contained within the proposed Final EIR was adequate and recommended certification of the document to the County Planning Commission. However, further action on the certification of the Final EIR and proposed PUD were continued at the request of the applicant. The proposed Final EIR has not been certified to date. B. Location No changes in the location of the proposed project have occurred. The subject property is comprised of 1,111.29 acres in unincorporated San Bernardino County. The location, within a regional context, is illustrated on Exhibit 1 of the proposed Final EIR. Several parcels constitute the project site and consist of those owned by Etiwanda Highland Properties (675.8 acres), the Caryn Company (259.65 acres), and the University of California (175.84 acres). These parcels are located in Sections 20 and 29 of Township 1 North, Range 6 West, San Bernardino Base and Meridian (Caryn Company and University of California owned); in Section 1 of Township 1 North Range 7 West, San Bernardino Base and Meridian (Etiwanda Highland Properties owned); and in Sections 6 and 7 of Township 1 North Range 6 West, San Bernardino Base and Meridian (Etiwanda Highland Properties owned). The location of these parcels was depicted on Exhibit 2 (U.S.G.S. Map) on page 4 of the proposed Final EIR (dated August 1989). C. Regional Setting As presented in the proposed Final EIR, the northerly 675.8-acre element of the subject property is characterized by mountainous and foothill terrain at the base of the south-facing Cucemonga Peak (elevation 8,859 feet MSL) in the San Gabriel Mountains. The southerly element, which encompasses approximately 435 acres, is located in the topographically gentle alluvial plain which generally exhibits slopes of less than 15 percent. The proposed development (i.e., 435-acre residential component) is located on the broad alluvial slopes which receive the flood waters of the foothill canyons, including Day Creek. These drainage channels produce significant flows which affect the subject property as well as the surrounding area. The project site and surrounding area are generally undeveloped. However, substantial additional development is planned within the nearly 17,000-acre West Valley FoothillsPlanningArea. A maximum of 7,500 dwelling units could ultimately be permitted based on present land use designations identified in that Plan. The project site is accessible from Highland Avenue via Day Creek Boulevard. Day Creek Boulevard is planned as a four- ~o six-lane · . .. r0adw~y ngr~h.of Highland.Avenue to~24th Street..,. Highland Avenue "'""'' (i-~'~'~"Propo~&:d:R0Ute '30)'is ~o~ated near the .Southerly proper~y · : .b°undary'~ :. :: ~' · '. · · .... !: . . .''. . .. :- . D. Project Characteristics The proposed Final EIR analyzed the environmental consequences of a Planned Unit Development (PUD). However, the PUD process has been replaced with the Development Plan process. In order to be consistent with the newly adopted General Plan, the applicant is now proposing a Preliminal-y Development Plan (PDP). In addition to the PDP, the applicant has submitted for approval a Final Development Plan, Master Tentative Tracts and subdivision maps in accordance with the San Bernardino County General Plan. The element of the subject property proposed for development is bounded on the north and west by the Southern California Edison utility corridors. ·Highland Avenue marks the southern boundary. The eastern edge of the site, south of Wilson Avenue, is adjacent to Hanley Street, while further to the north of Wilson Avenue the site is bounded by Etiwanda Avenue. The Prellm~nary and Final Development Plans propose a total of 1,239 dwelling units arranged in ten "neighborhoods- within the 435-acre development element of the subject property, resulting in an average gross density of 3.02 dwelling units per acre (du/ac) over the 410.87 acres of the subject property devoted to residential development. This density figure excludes both the 675.8-acre open space element and the commercial sites. The overall average lot size for the combined areas south of the recreation hub is 8,100 square feet. The northeast area above the recreation hub average 10,100 square feet; and the northwest area average 11,200 square feet. A minimum lot size of 7,200 square is required t~LToughout the residential planning areas. The Proposed Land Use/Conceptual Layout Plan is illustrated on Exhibit 1. 2 INTRODUC~ON This air quality study has been prepared by Michael Brandman Associates, Ina. for submittal to the County of San Bernardino in consideration of the University/Canyon Crest project, north of the City of Rancho Cueamonga. The proposed University/Canyon Crest project is located north of Highland Avenue 'and adjaeelit to Day':Creek 'BoUlevard in the Etiwanda area of San Bernardino County. This air quality study contains & description of air quality conditions in the project area, project impacts on future air quality conditions, project's consistency with the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) and relevant mitigation measures. EI'~.~FING CONDITIONS Air pollutants are classified as primar~ or secondary, depending upon the m~nner in which they are formed. Primary p6llutants are emitted directly from a source into the atmosphere. Examples o~ prim~ ~Dutan~ ~e c~n monoxide (CO), nitric oxide and nitro,an dioxide (NO and NO~), s~ dioxide (SO~), p~tie~ates and v~io~ nonmet~ne hy~oe~ns (NMHC). ~eond~ poDutan~ ~e crea~ed with the p~a~e of time in ~e air m~s by ehemie~ ~d photoehemic~ reaetio~ (often involvin~ prim~ pollutants). Examples of seeond~ ~utan~ ~e ozone (O3), photoehemie~ aeroso~ and pero~eetyl hi,ares (PAN). The air qu~ity of the ~uth Co~t Air B~in (~CAB), in Which the s~udy ~ea is loea~e~, is determine~ b~ both prim~ poDu~ants and the exis~in~ seeond~ ~ut~n~. ~ond~W ~utan~, s~ifie~l~ oxideS, represent ~he major air 9u~ity problem b~inwide. Ab qu~ity in the stud~ ~ea is a function of the prim~ ~ut~ emitted lo~, the ez~ti~ re~ion~ ~mbient air ~d the qu~ity me~rolegie~ ~d te~hi~ f~ete~ i~u~nei~ th~ in--ion ef poflut~ into th~ ~ f~m poflut~nt ~e~e~ ou~id~ th~ imm~di~t~ ~a. 1 JBX/5180003E1 return flow that is strongest on winter nights when the land iz colder than the ocean. The onshore winds during the day average 8 to 12 mph while the offshore flow is often calm or drifts slowly westward at 1 to 3 mph. The proximity of Day Creek Canyon and nearby San Gabriel Mountains will cause a slight rotation of prevailing winds toward the southwest, and nocturnal drainage winds will be more I. from the north-northeast, but the Ontario data are an accurate general indicator of .. localized site, wind conditions. During the J daytime, any locally generated air ..... T .... ~.:-. ~ L~,.....~ .emissions.... ...... '~" * 'are thus~"~' rapidly~'" "'~:~'" "?transported:'"': "" ~" "~nOrth-eastward '"" "'' '~'~" ': '~" :" into' ?"the" ?'"' ~'foothilLs,':":" "~'and' '~""tOward ': ;'~'" ';:~'::' "! Cajon Pass, generating any localized air quality impacts. In eoniunction with the two prevailing onshore/offshore wind regimes that affect the rate and orientation of horizontal, pollutant transport,, there are two similarly distinct types of .temPerature' inversions of note that control the vertical depth through whieh pollutants are mixed. The summer onshore flow is capped by a massive dome of warm, sinking air which caps a shallow layer of cooler ocean air. These marine/subsidence inversions act ·like a giant lid over the basin. They allow for local mixing of emissions, but they confine the entire polluted air mass within the basin until it eseapes into the desert or along the thermal chimneys formed along heated mountain slopes. In winter, when the air near the ground cools while the air aloft remains warm, radiation inversions are formed that trap low-level emissions such as automobile exhaust near their source. As background levels of primary vehicular exhaust rise during the seaward return flow, the combination of elevated baseline levels plus emissions trapped locally by these radiation inversions creates microscale air pollution "hot spots~ near freeways, shopping centers and other traffic concentrations. While summers are therefore periods of poor air quality in inland valleys of the basin, the drainage of unpolluted air off 'the San Gabriels across the project site and the very low development intensity near the foothills creates generally excellent air quality in the winter in and around the Etiwanda area. Ambient Ab Quality Ambient air quality is given in terms of state and federal standards adopted to protect public health with a margin of safety (see Exhibits la and lb). In addition to ambient standards, California has adopted episode criteria for oxidants, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter. The episode levels represent short-term exposures at which public health is threatened. JBX/5180003E1 Ambient Air Qualit ' Standards Pollutant Averaging California Standards~ National StandarcIs2 -' '- : -: ,"~i ':.~ :'.- · .': ..~,~.~ -.~ . SOURCE: CARB FACT SHEET 38 (REVISED 8/86) National & State Ambient Air Quality Standards University/Crest Planning Area E~,I-~ AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS (continued) NOTES: 1. California standards, other than carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide (1 hour), nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter -- PMIO, are values that are not to be equaled or exceeded. The carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide (1 hour), nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter -- PM10 standards are not to be exceeded. 2.' National.standards, other than ozOne and .those based on annual a~erages or annual geometric meansl are not to be exceeded more than Once a year. The ozone standard is attained when the expected number of days per calendar year with maximum hourly average concentrations abcve the standard is equal to or less than one. 3. ConcentratiOn expressed first in units in Which itwas.promulgated. Equivalent units given in parentheses are based upon a reference temperature of 25°C and a reference pressure of 760 mm of mercury. Al! measurements of air quality.ara to be corrected to a reference temperature of 25°C and a reference pressure of 760 mm of mercury (1,013.2 millibar); ppm in this table refers to ppm by volume, .Or micromoles of pollutant per mole of gas. 4. Any equivalent procedure which can be shown to the satisfaction of the Air Resources Board to give equivalent results at or near the level of the air quality standard may be used. 5. National Primary Standards: The levels of air quality necessary, with an adequate margin of safety to protect the public health. Each state must attain the primary standards no later than three years after that state's implementation plan is approved by the Environmental Protection Agency. 6. National Secondary Standards: The levels of air quality necessary to protect the public welfare from any known or anticipated adverse effects of a pollutant. Each state must attain the secondary standards within a "reasonable time" after the implementation plan is approved by the EPA. 7. Reference method as described by the EPA. An "equivalent method" of measurement may be used but must have a "consistent relationship to the reference method" and must be approved by the EPA. 8. Prevailing visibility is defined as the greatest visibility which is attained or surpassed around at least half of the horizon circle, but not necessarily in continuous sectors. 9. At locations where the state standards for oxidant and/or suspended particulate matter are violated. National standards apply elsewhere. 10. Measured as ozone. In western San Bernardino County, where the project site is located, air quality date are collected primarily by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD). Of the air monitorin~ stations located tttroughout the eounty, the Fontana Station is closest to the study area. The ¥ontana Station is located approximately.4 miles east of the project site. Air quality data for 1983-1986 for this station are included in Table 1. A~ shown in this table, air quality standar~Ls for ozone and total suspended particulates have exceeded' both federal and state standards durin~ 1883-1888. Particulate matter was not monitored at the Fontana Station until 1985 and the state standard was.exeeededin both 1985 and 1888.. Ozone/Ozidant "' ' Oxidant intrusion from elsewhere in the South Coast Air Basin (SoCAB) contributes substantially to the de,reded air quality in western San Barnardino County. The state standard (0.10 ppm, 1-bout) was exceeded an average of 164 days each year at the Fontane Station. The federal standard (0.19. ppm, 1-hour) was exceeded an average of 128 days each year during 1983-1986. The highest 1-hour oxidant level reached was 0.34 parts per million (ppm) 1985. Carbon Monoxide The state carbon monoxide standard (20 @pm, 1-hour) and the federal carbon monoxide standard (35 ppm, 1-hour) were not exeeeded during 1983-1986. The highest 1-hour carbon monoxide level reached was 10.0 ppm in 1983. The state and federal nitrogen dioxide 1-hour standard (0.25 ppm) was not exceeded durin~ the past four years. 4 JBX/$180003£1 TABLE 1 ~UMMARY OF AIR ~UALITY VIOLATIONS FONTANA AIR ~UALIT¥ MONITORING STATION PoUutant 1983 1984 1985 1986 Ozone (O~) State/Federal Standard (1-hr av~) 0.10/0.12 ppm Highest concentration .32 .32 .34 .31 · .... Number pf days state/federal Carbon Monoxide (CO) State/Federal Standards (1-hr avg) 20.0/35.0 ppm Highest concentration 10.0 6.0 5.0 6.0 .... Number of da~s state/federal .. ................ standards exceeded ' 0/0 0/0 " ' 0/0' ' 0/0' Nitrogen Di~'Xide (NO2) :' . .... . . State/Federal Standards (1-hr av~) '- ' ~' ""*': · 0.25/0.25 ppm Highest concentration .16 .16 .14 .18 Number of days state/federal standards exceeded 0/0 0/0 0/0 0/0 Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) State/Federal Standards (24-hr avg) 0.05/0.14 ppm Highest concentration .06 .03 .02 .02 Number of days state/federal standards exceeded 0/0 0/0 0/0 0/0 Total Suspended Particulates (TSP) State/Federal_Standards (1-hr avg) 100/150 ug/m~ Highest concentration 273 317 312 378 Percentage of samples which exceeded state/federal standar~ds 55/28 63/31 54/36 62/2'/ 100 ug/m~/150 ug/m" Particulate Matter (PM10) State standard (24-hr-~vg) 50 ug/m3 Highest concentration NM NM 154 275 of which exceeded Percentage samples state standards 60 68 NM = not monitored Source: South Coast Air Quality Management District Summaries, 1983-1986. 5 JBX/5180003Elx Nit~o~ea Dioxide The state and federal nitroEen dioxide one-hour standard (0.25 ppm) wes not exceeded during the past four years. Sulfur Dioxide Station during the past four years. Total Suspended Particulates · . · The California 24-hour total.suspended, particulates standard (100 ug/~3, 24-hour) wes exceeded in approximately' 5'9 p&r~en~ .o[..the samples m~itoted during the .pest. four years at the Fontana Station. The hiiIhest total suspended concentration has 3?8 ' u~/m3 in 1986. Particulate Matter Particulate metter wes not monitored at the Fontana Stetion until 1985. The California 24ohour particulate matter standard (50 u~/m3) was exceeded in approximately 64 percent of the samples monitored during the pest four years at the Fontana Station. The hi~hest particulate matter concentration was 68 ug/m3 in 1986. Rules and Regulations The Soutll Coast A~MD has published · set of "Rules and Regulations" to reduce both stationary and mobile source pollutant emissions. This document outlines permits, fees, prohibitions, procedures for hearings, emer;eney meesures, order for abatement, standards of performance for new standard sources and standards for additional specific air contaminants (Federal Rei;ister, Vol. 46, No. 13, January .13, 1981). 6 JBX/51$0003E1 Air ~uallt~ Mnna~ement The project area is located within the SoCAB. The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has been designated as the lead air quality planning a~eney for the basin. Pursuant to the requirement of the Federal Clean Air Act and the State Lewis Air Quality Management Act, the AQMD jointly with the Southern Califoroia. Association .0f Goveroments (SCAG).prepared an attainment plan in 1978 Called the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP). The AQMP is assumed to be the appropriate reference document with which to judge the substantive conformity of any proposed activities with the SIP. The EPA has desi~nnted the SoCAB as a nonattalnment a~ea for ozone~ earben · monoxide, nitro,eh dioxide, and total suspended particulates. The AQMP outlines the .L~rowth and re~ulatnry aS~umpti0ns..~sed to predict fUture basin air' ~uall~y ' levels. It also details those measures needed to reduce emissious to a level low enough to allow for basinwide attainment of all the required standards. In 1982, the AQMP Was updated to justify an extension for attainment of certain critical pollutants, especially ozone. The earlier 1978 AQMP had predicted attainment by 1987, but the current update recognizes that this forecast was unrealistic. The current update acknowledges that good progress has and will continue to be made, but that the national hourly ozone standard will probably not be met in Southern California until after the year 2000. PROJECT IMPACTS The approval of the proposed project would allow development of residential, eommeroial and institutional uses on the project site, rest~ltlng in increased stationary and mobile source emissions in the basin. Stationary sources include natural ~as combustion, as well as emissions at the offsite regional power plant associated with any electrical requirements for power and lighting. Mobile source considerations include short-term construction activities and long-term traffic generation. The following impact discussion is organized into two general categories for ease of presentation: short-term impacts (fugitive dust and construction equipment emissions) and long-term impacts (stationary and mobile sources). 7 ~X/$180003E1 Short-Term Impacts The preparation of the study area for building construction would produce two types of air contaminants: Exhaust emissions from construction equipment and fugitive dust generated as a result of soil movement. The emissions produced during grading and construction activities, although of short-term duration, could be troublesome to workers and adjacent developments, even through prescribed wetting prooedures are .... ' i. followed .. ' -.' i ':' Exhaust Emissions from Construction Equipment Exhaust emissions from construction activities i:.aclude those associated with the transport of' workers and machinery to the site, a.~ well as those produced onsite as the equipment, is used, Appendix A presents exhaust emission factors .for varioUS : types of equipment~used during.construction operatipns. · Fugitive Dust Emissions Construction activities are a source of fugitive dust emissions that may have a substantial temporary impact on local air quality. Building and road construction are the prevalent construction categories with the highest emission potential. Emissions are associated with land clearing, ground excavation, ground operations and construction of the structures. Dust emissions vary substantially from day to day, depending on the level of activity, the specific operations and the prevailing weather. A large portion of the emissions would result from equipment traffic over temporary roads or graded areas at the site. The quantity of fugitive dust generated is proportional to the area of land being worked and the level of construction activity. Emissions from heavy construction operations are directly proportional to the silt content of the soil (that is, particles smaller than 75 micrometers in diameter) and inversely proportional to the square of the soil moisture. Based on the U.S. EPA AP-42 emission factor for construction operations of 1.2 tons of fugitive dust per acre per month of activity, the proposed 42t-acre development could be estimated to generate 510 tons of fugitive dust for each month of construction activity. However, due to both the short-term duration 8 JBX/5180003E1 of grading activity and the amount of grading anticipated during project construction, the estimated quantity of fugitive dust generated by project implementation would appear to represent an extreme worst-ease condition. It is anticipated that actual fugitive dust generated due to eoustroction activity will be considerably less than the 510 tons estimated. Lon~-Term Impacts Vehicular usage and the resultant emissions were assessed in this study with the State Air Resources Urbemls 2 computer model. Urbemis 2 was specifically designed to quantify number of trips generated with a given land use and the associated · . emissions for'each land use.' Input variables include.the types and extent of the land . uses, trip generation rates, trip lengths, speeds, temperatures, etc. Based on the descripti.on of. the proposed land uses and data from the traffic consultant (Kunzman AsSociates, 1988), the number of trips and' pollutant emissionS were calculated, as summarized'in Table 2. TABLE 2 PROJECT-RELATED VEHICLE MILES TRAYELED AND ~R POLLUTA~ EM~ONS ~je~t-R~ted Mob~e ~e Po~ut~t Em~io~ ~b/da~) l~d Use Numar of ~i~ CO ~G N~ Single-Family 13,820 1,600 180 ~80 Residenti~ Commarei~ 13~800 1~165 14~ 263 ~hool 500 47 j 10 To~ ~/~y) ~8,120 2,912 332 553 9 JBX/5180003E1 The stationary source emissions were quantified using the consumption rates for natural Kas and electricity for the various proposed land uses taken from the SCAQMD% Air Quality Handbook for Environmental Impact Reports (1987). The stationary souree emissions as weU as mobile source emissions are quantified in Table 3. (Note: Mobile source emissions have been eonvarted to tons/day.) PROJECTED MOBILE AKD STATIONARY SOURCE EMISSIONS (tons/day) Primary Statio .na~.. Source Emissfon~ Mobile Source Total All CO . 0.006 1.$ 1.506 TOG 0.001 .: 0.166. 0,167 NOx 0.030 0,277 0.307 a = Based on natural gas usage rate of 327,548 cubic feet/day. b = Based on aleetricity usage rate of 29,734 kwh/day. c = Based on proposed land uses modeled with California Air Resources Board (CAP. B) Air Urbemis 2 Air Quality Model. To assess what this atmosphere loading implies in terms of its relative impact on air quality, the project-related emissions are eompared to projected year 2000 emissions for the South Coast Air Basin. Az seen from Table 4, the project emissions will represent 0.03 percent of the South Coast Air Basin in the year 2000. The project's emissions appear insignificant compared to regional emissions. However, 'the project's emissions would add cumulatively to local and regional air quality degradation. I0 JBX/5180003E1 TABLE 4 EMISSION IN-VEN'TORY COMPARISON (YEAR 2000) I' (tons/day) Project Percentage PoUutnnt South Coust ALt Basin (SOCAB~a P~ojeetb of SOCAB CO 3,885 1.506 0.039 : TOG.. " ~,638' :' ..' 0.167 .'".: '~i.' . :0.010..... SOx 137 0.307 0.224 Source: ~:. . .:. :.. :a: · ~ ..SCAQMD, 1988.......: :......~i. .. ::.:........::. _ ......: ' -..:.: ....- :..:... · ...: :.:....... b = Michael Brandman Analysis, 1988 oeal Ae Qu it . The impact of the proposed project on local air quality and the impact of the local air quality on the proposed project is assessed tltrough the use of Caltrans Caline 4 air quality model, which allows microscale carbon monoxide (CO) concentrations to be estimated along roadway corridors or intersections. Exhibit 2 shows the locations for which the Caline 4 Model was used. Because of the relative inertness of CO in the photochemical smog formation process and the limitations of dispersion characteristics of the other air pollutant species, carbon monoxide is the most suitable tracer pollutant for mieroseale modeling. Secondary pollutants are a large- scale phenomenon, and are analyzed on a regional basis, rather than a local one. Computer readouts for the Caline 4 Model appear in Appendix A and a brief discussion to the model follows. Table 5 presents the results of the analysis for the worst-ease wind angle and windspeed conditions and is based on the following assumptions. 11 JBX/5180003E1 · The traffic volumes reflect existin; (where roadways presently exist) and future traffic conditions of the Summit/Dayeroek, Daycreek/Hil;hland, Cherry Avenue/Hi,bland and 24th Avenue/Summit intersections. · The calculations assume a meteoroloG;ical condition of almost no wind (1.5 meters/second), a flat topoa'raphical condition between the source and receptor and a mixin~ height of 1,000 meters. · CO concentrations are calculated for both a 1-hour and 8-hour avera;in~ period, and then compared to the federal 1-hour and 9-hour standards. · Concentrations are reported in units of parts per million (ppm) at the receptor locations indicated in Exhibit 2. · The 1988 CO emission was used for existin; conditions and the 1993 CO emission factor was used for future traffic conditions. · The CO emission fantors used ·were interpolated usin; the State Air. As can be seen from Table 5, the proposed project will increase local concentrations of carbon monoxide at the receptor points indicated In Exhibit 2. The construction and/or extension of roadways within the project area will also introduce localized air emissions where today there are none. With the second worst-ease CO concentrations added in as back~round--a standard analysis methodoloL, u--the CO concentrations will not exceed state or federal 1-hour or 8-hour standards. However, as discussed previously, the project-related air emissions will incrementally contribute to the already poor local and rei;ional air quality. Offsite Source Impacts to Project Development within the project site may be subject to dust impacts from operations at the proposed (and approved) sand and &,ravel operation located directly west of the project site. As disc,,--ed in the Fourth Street Rock Crusher EIR (Michael Brandman Associates, 1986), uses located northeast of the sand and ~,ravel facility may experience dust impacts in the afternoon due to the predominant winds bein~ from the southwest at the time of the day. Potential dust impacts can, however, be mitii~ated at the source through the implementation of dust control measures outlined in the Fourth Street Rock Crusher EIR. Potential dust impacts, if any, would be more of a nuisance than a health hazard. " 12 JBX/5180003E! TABLE 5 MAXIMUM CARBON MONO]~rr)E CONCENTRATIONS (pm'ts per million) Carbon Monoxide Concentrations (1-bout/Shout) Intersection F, xisting Future Future w/proposed Highway 30 Summit/Dayereck Receptor 1 - 6.3/4.1 6.3/4.1 : Receptor 2 '. ~ .- , · ' 6~9/4,6' '. " ' 6.9/4.8 Receptor 3 - 6.5/4.6 6.5/4J6 Receptor 4 - 6.9/4.8 6.9/4.8 i Receptor 5 o 6.5/4.6 6.5/4.6 Receptor 6 - 6.9/4.8 6.9/4.8 Receptor 7 - 6.5/4.6 6.5/4.6 ~'"~ i" :'~ :~": '~:":'~": ',::'" ,Receptor 8 ...: · 6.9/4.8 · 6,9/4.8 Receptor 9 - 6.$/~..6'"?"~ ':": ~'' '" */ 6.$~4J6-'" .... '*'¥": ( Receptor 1 6.2/4,3 · 7.8/5,5 . . 8.4/5.9 I ' Receptor 2 · 6.1/4;2 *' '?.1/5.0 '?.4/5.2 Receptor 3 6.2/4.3 7.9/5.5 8.5/6.0 Receptor 4 6.1/4.2 7.1/5.0 ?.4/5.2 Receptor 5 6.2/4.3 - 7.?/5.4 8.4/5.9 Receptor 6 6.1/4.3 7,6/5.3 7.4/5.2 Receptor 7 6.2/4.3 7.6/5.3 8.3/5.8 . Receptor 8 6.1/4.2 7.0/4.9 7.4/5.2 Cherry Avenue/Highland I Reee ~tor 1 6.2/4.3 7.5/5.2 8.2/5.7 Reee }tot 2 6.2/4.3 6.9/4.8 7.3/5.1 Rece )tot 3 6.2/4.3 ?.6/5.3 8.3/5.8 Reee ~tor 4 6.2/4.3 6.9/4.8 ?.3/5.1 Reee ~tor 5 6.2/4.3 ?.6/5.3 8.1/5.7 Reee )tot 6 6.2/4.3 6.9/4.8 7.3/5.1 Reee )tot 7 6.2/4.3 7.5/6.2 8.0/5.6 Reee )tot 8 6.2/4.3 6.9/4.8 7.2/5.0 Summi f24th ' Reee ~tor 1 6.?/4.? 6.?/4.7 I. Reee ~tor 2 6.4/4.9 6.4/4.5 Reee ~tor 3 6.?/4.? 6.7/4.? Reee )tot 4 6.4/4.5 6.4/4.5 l Rece 5 6.8/4.8 6.8/4.8 )tot · Rece ~tor 6 6.5/4.6 6.5/4.6 Rece ~tor 7 6.7/4.? 6.?/4.7 l, Receptor 8 6.4/4.5 6.4/4.5 - = Roadways do not presently exist. 13 JBX/5180003Elx Air Qu~iit~ Mnn~ement Plan The 1982 AQMP is based on SCAGts 1982 growth forecasts, which are based on local general plans. The proposed development is consistent with the County of San Bernardino% General Plan and, therefore, eonsistent with the air quality manag-=ment plan. The following measures which are recommended by the SCAQMD could be implemented to reduce short-term (eoustruction) impacts associated with a. Control fu~tlve dust by regular watering, pavin~ eoustruction roads, or other dust.preventive measures as defined in District Rule 403. b. Maintain equipment engines in proper tune. 2. After clearing, grading, earth moving or excavation: a. Spread soil binders. b. Wet the area down, sufficient enough to form a crust on the surface with repeated soakings, as necessary, to maintain the crust and prevent dust pick up by the wind. c. Sweep streets should silt be carried over the adjacent public thoroughfares. 3. During construction: a. Use water trucks ,or sprinkler systems to keep all areas where vehielas move damp enough to prevent dust raised when leaving the site. b.Wet down areas in the late murnin~ and after work is completed for the day. c. Use low sulfur fuel (.05% by weight) for construction equipment. 14 JBX/5180003E1 4. DLseontinue construction durin~ second sta~e smo~ alert~. The followinE measures could be incorporated into the project to reduce lon~-term (operational) impacts associated with the proposed project. I 5. Provide for convenient access to transit stops. Orient the project for transit convenience and accessibility. · ' ~" .Prov{de' for' easy pedestrian a~sS, thrOUgh th~. mmn~.e~ance'.-of..st~eet lights, curbs, sidewalk~ and walk li~hts. I ?. Include transit improvements in the project design, such as bus shelters, benches, and bus pockets in the streets. "I" . ~. i .... . . . 8~..-..~rovide bikeways ~nd eonve.~ient.bieYC!e S?Ornge. facilities' ...... . Ener~y conservation measures tlmt could reduce enerL~y COnsumption and mitigate 9. Provide additional building energy eonServati0n beyond that ~equired by state or local regulation (such as .energy efficient built-in appliances, optimum insulation and solar access siting). 10. Include solar water heaters and pool heaters in homes with pools. 11. Provide energy efficient street lights. 12. Use extensive landscapin~ to shade buildings. 15 JBX/5180003E1 California, State of. 1987. AQAT-2-Air Quality Analysis Tools. Kunzman Associates. Etiwanda/Day Canyon Traffic Study. December 9, 1987. Michael Brandman Associates. Fourth Street Rock Crusher Day Creek Sand and Gravel Mining Operation and Reclamation Plan Final EIR, May 1986. · ~' .'"" ~J': ~'so~th cOast'.Air (~t~aii{~' ,Ma~ag&ment' DistriCt i(SCAQMD)..1982~1985 'Air':(;~uali'ty ': Data Summaries. South Coast Air Quality Management District. 1987. "Air Quality Handbook for Environmental lmpaet Reports." :.,....S?.u..t~.:C,~.~..t~:.Alr. Quali~t~ Management Disl~'ict :(SCAQMD.),..1_982,. Draft Air (~uality... i" $~uih Coast Air 'Quality' Manage'meiit" District (SCA'QMD):"iIanuarY'i988;-..RUles attd-..:.'.-! Southern California Association of Governments. 1985. SCAG-82 Modified Foraeast - Population~ Housing~ Employment. Los Angeles, California. 16 JBX/5180003E1 APPENDIX D BIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT Prepared for: Land Plan Design Group 230 Newport Center Drive, Suite 200 Newport Beech, California 92660 (714) 720-1198 Contact: Jess Harris Prepared by: Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. 2530 Red Hill Avenue SanU~ Ana, California 92705 (714) 250-5555 Contact: H. Lee Jones, Ph.D. May 1988 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section pa~e 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................. 1-1 2 RESOURCE DESCRIPTION ..................................... 2-1 · ,'.· .... .. : . Re~i.o~al Ovetwiew .... ~ ..... ? ..... . ............................. 2-I Site char~6te~i~ati~ri,i Vegetation ............................................... 2-3 ~ Wildlife .................................................. 2-T i Site Characterization, Northern Parcel ........................... 2°9 Vegetation ............................................... 2-9 Wildlife ................................................. 2-10 -] ....~ ..... ~ ., ~ensiti~e Bio~..o~.~cal Resources, Southern.Panel ................. ~2-13 "! '"' ~" ' '!' ' · "' '"": %'~g~atl0/~ ".~'.' J~'~?~'~' ~'::~ ~ ~ ,~:';"~'~'j-','~,~i..' ~'~.:.:.'~ '~?_...-~,'; ,:-~.~: ~ ~-.~;.; .;.~2714 "..~.: .v ...-' Wildlife'....';.... ' ' ' · ' ....................................... ;2-15 ~ ·Habitat ...- ....... ....... · · · ·, .....-..'~'o-*, ."-..',-,'~ ,'~:;-,-J ~ ~ · .:2-1.5- .--~. " '!' ' Sensitive BiologicaJ:Resource$~-Northe~n. P~rcel ..... 3 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND RECOMMENDED. '" ' ' ~ MITIGATION ................................................. 3-1 Vegetation ................................................... 3-2 Wildlife 3-3 Sensitive Species 3-5 4 REFERENCES CITED 4-1 Appendix - Floral and Faunal Compendia i SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION This biolo~*ical resources usessment has been preps~ed as a technical appendix for the University/Crest Planned Development application to be submitted to the County of San Bernardino. The biotic composition of the p~oject site is described in this . .h~... u~h: f~eld, existin~ documentation of biological ~eso~es within the p~jeet vicinity (MBA 1985, 1987; En~inee~ing-~ienee 1986). ~e site wu s~eyed on foot by the fi~m Michael B~andman ~oeiates, Inc. (MBA) in l~te M~eh and e~ly Ap=il 1988. Weathe= at the time of the su~ey w~ w~m, with a temperature =ange of 70°F to : 8~F~*~j~ ~* the~' :~ay~.: ~- ~le= ~>skis'* an~.*.E~ae~..4~h%..-p~lhe=ly-: w~..:to., .... :,.. i ~Uy strong the~ly wiads ' .O~ O~ SOU · :, .~*.-:~.':--~. * ..'* .~ ....... ..5 ~**..~ ~,- :-~- . ,: .~ .* The site eonsis~ of two pa=e~ about 2 roues ap~t, one to ~ developed'~nd one to be ~etained in open space. ~e ph~sic~ nature of the pcope~ty did not permit complete systematic ex~mination of ~ll the vegetation w~thin its confines. However, the southern pa~eel of the site was surveyed in i~ entirety. ~e~ ~n the no~the~n parcel too remote to s~vey adequately were cha=acte=ized by infe~enee,' b~ed upon su~ve~ ~esults f~om s~m~la~, mo~e aeeessible a~e~. ~o~ co~t~tuents eneounte~d were re~orded. ~eted faun~ ~e of the site wu derived from su~ey res~ combined with documented habitat p~efe~ences of =egional wildlife species the ~e eo~ide~ed to include the p:oject whethe~ O~ reeor~ed ~urin~ Su~ve~ within their ranEe. Habitat types and sensitive resources were mapped in the field with the aid of a 2,000-seale (1": 2,000') topogTaphic~l map and a 400-scale black-and-white aerial photoEraph. b~CTIGN ~ RESOURCF-~ DESCRIPTION REOIONAL OVERVIEW The project site, approximately 1100 acres, Is composed of two disjunct areas .... :' · : '-'.'~ .~ .located 't~.: the weste~n~San.;Bert~ard~n~.¥alle~,[and sot~he~n .Sail range. The southern parcel of the project site rests on the alluvial slopes that form the southern mar~in of the San Gabriel Mountains. The northern parcel of the project site lies in the San Bernardtno National Forest, and is eompesed of Day Canyon and the ridges and slopes, adjacent to 'Day Canyon. The San Gabriel ; Mountains are a transverse range with many-rut*ged w~ersheg~ on'~their'sOuthern~''-. '"-. .... flank' flowing into' the Los Ang.eles, San Gabriel and Santa. Ann.river drainages.. The region lies near the junction of the San Gabriel and San Bernardino ranges with the pass between them leading, to the Mojave Desert. This area is transitional between · the intensely hot and arid climate characteristic of the Mojave 'and Colorado deserts and the milder Mediterranean-tYPe climate cl~araeteristie of the coastal slope of Soutl~ern California. SITE CHARACTERIZA?ION~ SOUTHERN PARCEL The southern and northern areas of the project site are located on United States Geological Survey (USGS) topographic map, Cucamong.a Peak quadrangle (southern parcel: TIN, RgW, N1/2 and SW1/4 SW1/4, Sec. 20; NWl/4 and Wl/2 NWl/4 NWl/4 sad Wl/4 SW1/4 SW1/4, See. 29. Northern parcel: T2N, R?W, SE1/4 SE1/4 SE1/4, Sec. 36; TIN, RTW, NWl/4 NWl/4 NWl/4, Sec. 1; TIN, R6W, S1/2 NWl/4 NWl/4 and S1/2 NE1/4 NWl/4 and N1/2 SW1/t NWl/4 and S£1/4 NWl/4 and S1/2 S1/2 NE1/4 and £1/2 SW1/4 and SE1/4, Sec. 6; NE1/4 and SE1/4, Sec. 7). The southern parcel (approximately 425 acres) is bordered by Day Creek on the west and natural open space on the north (Exhibit 1)..The eastern border of this parcel runs parallel to Etiwanda Avenue, but only along' the northern half of this section. Southeast of the southern parcel is a rectang.ular area of disturbed, partially habitated land, adjacent to Hanley Street. EtIwanda Avenue at the northeastern border of the southern parcel is bordered entirely by natural open land. Highland 2-1 Avenue (future Route 30) constitutes the southern border of this parcel. The land south of Highland Avenue is occupied by a housing development project nearing' completion during the time of the survey. North of the southern parcel of the pro}eel site, Day Canyon Wash widens to form a l~e floodplain. Day Creek, a tributary of Day Canyon Wash, runs along the western .border of.this parcel and has been ~hannelized by a downalope levee reinforced with '~ ":'" ~i e~nnel is ergoing continued meehani~al '"" concrete. The northern p°r On :or thiS' 'und activity. Parallel and adjacent to Day Creek is a land easement owned by the Southern California Edison Company (SCE). Also located just within the western border of the southern parcel at about mid-site, is a borrow pit left over from past .. . :the stony material removed du,;lng minin~.'oPerati°ns°r.as an excavation area for · · ...... :" "'" .... · .............. ........... th "re .... ' - retnewng fill material No active mines ex,si, on esl . . A network of additional SCE easements cross, the southern parcel. An occupied and functional water-treatment plant lies in the center of this parcel. Several unpaved roads crisscross the site in this parcel, providing access to the water-treatment plant and to the interior of the site. Near the southern portion of the southern parcel lie the remains of an old barbed-wire fence of unknown origin. Remnant grape vines time occupied by a vineyard in the vicinity of surest t~at this seetion Was at one the now disintegrating fence. Crossing the lower southeast corner of this parcel diagonally is a concrete-reinforced flood-control levee supplied with downslope water-drainage pipes. This levee appears to have been recently eonstrueted and may have been built to protect the development site below Highland Avenue from flooding. The terrain near Highland Avenue slopes gradually to the north. The elevational grade of the southern parcel ranges from 1,498 feet in the south to 2,000 feet in the north. 2-2 V'EG ETATIO N VeEetation on the southern parcel of the project site is dominated by mature (old- Ln'owth) and intermediate staEes of Riversidian a.Lluvial fan scrub, with a patch of ehaparra.1 and two riparian washes occurrinE in the northeastern portion of the section. In addition, several disturbed areas are found on this parcel, as well as scattered normative shrubs: and. trees most likely representing'. ~he remains :of :earlier habitation of the site. ' Sixty-three plant species representinE 30 families have been recorded on the southern.parcel. Of the recorded species, ].$ (24%) are nonnative. A list of plant distributiOn of each community on the site is shown tn ~hibit 1. ~e ~lo~l composition o~ the plant communities 0n the site is described below. ~uvi~ F~ ~rub Rlversidian alluvial fan scrub occupies most of Day Canyon Wash and Its associated floodplain, including' the hydrologically less active areas of the prnjeet site. Most of the natural community on the southern section consists of a blending' of mature and intermediate' alluvial fan scrub. Rlversidian ~Lluvial fan scrub is found on gravelly ~lluvial fans alone the southern margin of the San Gabriel and San gernardino mountains. The Day Canyon Wash exhibits one bt' the few remainlnE locales bt' old-~'owth alluvial fan woodland in the re~ion and the last extensive habitat area within the East Ettwanda and Day Canyon wate~shecis. This habitat has recently been placed in threat of elimination by the approval bt' flood control improvements to Day Canyon, Day Creek and the flood plain of Day and Etiwanda Canyons. This subject is further discussed in Section 3 of this report. 2-3 Alluvial fan scrub plant communities are subject to varying levels of natural disturbance resulting from flooding and ate dependent upon periodic flooding for their existence. Because of this circumstance, 1be alluvial fan vegetation can be viewed as existing in three integrated successional stages (Smith 1980). The first of these, pioneer stage, ooours in reeentllr flood-abraded washes largely bare of vegetation and strewn with larger cobbles and boulders. The second staEe (intermediate) is composed of terraces, free f~om disturbance for at least $0 years, I' '"'" 's~fi:eient:t'ime'}or'en0Ugh"Soii't~'ae~umulat~an~'suppoi;tWo0dy'shrul~s. The:third". sta~e, mature or old-~'owth alluvial fan scrub, has been free from flood disturbance for at least 50 lrears and has developed a more complex structure, with small trees,· woody shruios, subshrubs and small areas of open ~rassland. · ' .::' i ~' '0i' ihe thr~e successional sieges, .both ~mature. and. intel;m'ediate alluvial .ra~ sorub are currently present Within the site boundaries ;f t~e southern Pa~'~e'l:'"Mat~re ailUvlai ' .' fan scrub .offers the bi~hest quality habitat for plants and .wildlife,' and contains the greatest diversity of plant and animal species~ Mature alluvial' fan scrub ooeupias the southwestern portion of the southern parcel, lqorth of this area the plant species beoome ~radually more representative of Intermediate stage alluvial fan scrub, and in the northeastern corner of the southern parcel there is integration with chaparral species. On the lower half of the southern parcel mature alluvial fan scrub dominates the plant community. These areas consist of rooky~ thin soils with minimal water- holding capacity. The ground cover is dominated by California buckwheat (Erio~;onum fasciculatum) with a moderate density of mature birch-leaf mountain mahogany (Cercocarpus betuloides). On the upper portion of the southern parcel the vegetation is more typical of intermediate alluvial fan scrub, the dominant species bein~ white sage (Salvia apiana). Other shrubs common in this area include coastal sagebrush (Artemisia californioa), scale-broom (Lepidospartum sguamatum), California croton (Croton californicus), and deerweed (Lotus scoparius). This area supports other scattered shrub species associated with chaparral and coastal sa~e scrub vegetation. 2-4 In the northeastern co~ner of the southern parcel chapa~.l species such es whitethorn (Ceanothus leuoodermts) become the dominant ~eoies, tndioatinE ehan~e in oommunit~ ~m intermediate ~uviel fen serb to ~uvi~ ~e~ t~t have been minim~ly disturbed fo~ a s~fioient numUe~ of ye~, and that have well~eve~oped so~Ls wit~ oonsistent unde~ound o~ surface moistu~e~ support .the' moSt.-~el~-developed all~iel v~etat~on o~ite. ~ey ooeu~ within the southe~ and 'northe~te~ areas. This well developed old~owth e~ea may represent a remnant pocket of v~etation that h~ been out off f~m additional ~ood flows by the eh~nnelization of ~ows from Day C~yon. Dominant species oee~i~ sm~ w~dland include birch-leaf mountain mahogany end C~ifo~ia buckwheat. ~e 'scattered* C~ifo~nia. black, walnut' t~ees (Ju~lans .ealf~o~nie~) oee~in~ .on. southern section of the p~ojeet site ~e ~eletively sm~ In st~etu~e eomp~ed with the same species ~n more eo~t~ location. A few indiVidu~ of medium~ized canyon oa~ (~uereus e~olepiS) and a single t~binate Oak (~uereus turbinella) were foun~ in this parcel. T~e canyon 'oa~ ere located beside the most active ~ainage channels near the Day Creek levee and In the upslope drainage e~nne~ which run par~lel to the eMt-west runnin~ roa~. ~ese drainage channe~ were created by the development of levees for ~ad surfaces situated in the midge of the southe~ parcel. ~e turbinate oak oec~ j~t ~low the e~tern end of the lower flood control levee. The well-developed ~luvial woo~and soi~ found here s~port a dense cover composed of ~assy inte~tiees and s~ubs. Common species include redberry (Rhamnus croeea), chaparral wh~tetho~ and squaw bush (Rhus trilobata). Chaparrn] A dense patch (15 acres) of chaparral whitethorn occurs in the northeastern corner of the southern parcel. This small chapatr~ eommunit7 is well developed, with little open space to support undetstory L~towth. The patch is cut by draina&e channels and two riparian washes (described below). Stunted C~lifotnia sycamore trees (Platanus racemosn) occur sporadically in the lat~er drainage channels and in the riparian washes. Other species occurring' in the drainage channels include holly-leaved eher~y (Prunus ilicifolia) and poison-oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum). 2-5 Riparia~ Habitat Crossing the northeastern portion of the southern section of the site are two seasona~ly watered eobbly washes~ These washes support a moderately spaced string of California sycamores that follows the washes through the site and beyond the site boundaries to the north and east. Although a single arroyo willow (Salix lesiolepis) was located ~ust offsite in the easternmost channel, no other wetland species were A separate drainage in the southwestern portion of the southern parcel identified on the USGS topographic map, was found to be much less hydrologically active, ' bOnt6ini'n~'"ele:ment-~ similar to "the' surrounding-a~luvta.I fan scrub, -It.is .likely .that .the '., .:-', .... drainage aeti¥~:ty..of this .channel has been reduced, by the prevention of natural There is a. small (approximately 0.8 acre) reservoir of unknown.use and origin located on the northeastern portion of the southern parcel situated to receive water from the westernmost of the two main natural ~rainage channels. Though capable of holding a substantial amount of water, the supply of this steeply-sided reservoir pit has diminished to only about 100 gallons. There are no aquatic or wetland plant species occurring in the pond, and it is probably too recently established and transient in nature to sustain a typical pond community. Normative Trees and Shrnb~ Scattered throughout the southern section of the site are ornamental and agricultural trees and shrubs, probably remnants of earlier habitation. Tig (.¥ieus carica), apricot (Prnnus armenisea sp.) and red gum (Eucalyptus esmaldulensis) trees are found sporadically in the northern portion of this parcel while olive trees (Olea europaea) and occasional ~'ape vines (Vitis sp.) occur near the southern boundary. JBX/5 ] Near the southwestern boundaw of the southern section a ~oup of several olive trees ate a~anged in rows at ri~h~ an~les formin~ a squ~e, and alon~ these ~ws the remai~ of an old b~bed-wire/ehieken-wire fence. ~ fence no longer p~vides any substanti~ dete~ent to anim~ movemen~ on ~he site. ~e olive trees p~vide nestin~ ate~ for sever~ bird species. App~ximately 100 ae~es of the southe~ panel ~ve ~en ~eeently bu~e~ ~ese uniformly shaped ~e~ a~e ~ep~esented by two reet~ swatches which die,only over the midge of the weste~ ~pP~n~y' e0nt~i~ed' bd~ ~S '~h~o~n."'~es~ '~ reveEetation by alluvial fan sc~b speciest esPecj~Y whtte:s, aEe. and..deerweed~ . . Other disturbed ate~ include deveEetated ~und In the immediate vicinity of the .water-treatment plant (approximately 23' ae~es)'and sever~ unpaved roa~ which cross the southern parcel. WILDLIFE The southern section of the site can be expected to support much of the wildlife characteristic of typical alluvial fen scrub habitat. Many wildlife species expected to occur are not restricted to a single plant community and may forage in an array of dissimilar communities. Many of these species are common and widespread, although some exhibit narrower habitat preferences. Disenssed below are those species that would most likely utilize the site. A list of wildlife obsetwed or expected in this parcel is presented in Table A-2 of the Appendix. ReptLles and Amph~blans I~o species ot' amphibians were observed durin&' the present survey. Because the presence of water is seasonal onsite, amphibians ate not expected to be abundant in the southern parcel, and those likely to be present ate llmited to the western spadefoot toad (Seaphiopus hammondi) end red-spotted toad (Bufo punctatus). 2-7 The western fence lizard (Seeloporus oecidentalls.), side-blotched lizard (Ute stansburiane) and western whiptail (Cnemidophoeus tit,'is) were observed throughout the southern parcel. The San Diego coast horned lizard (Phr~nosoma eoronatum) was observed near the site in the lower San Sevaine Basin in May 1986 (Engineerin$- Science 1986). This species is discussed more thoroughly in the following section. .Snakes. expected in this seotion of the p~oJeet area include the racer (Coluber e°nstrietor),· common kin~snake (Lampr0peltis ~eiiJl~);'"i~esi'e~n"~-iitl'~s~ak~ ......... " (Crotalus viridis,), and gopher snake (Pituophis melanoleueus). Birds are the most eonspieUoes vertebrates on the project site. Common in the southern parcel during the survey Were the hoUSe finch (CarPoda~u~':"~{~Xit~an~); ....... brown towhee (Pipilo fuseus), wrentit (chamaes 'fascists), California tlu~ther (Toxostoma redivivum.), white-crowned sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys), Bewiek's ween (Thryomanes bewickii) and California quail (Callipepla californica). Red-tailed hawks (Buteo jamaicensis) and other raptors (birds of prey) forage over the area. The greatest concentration of birds was evident in the old-growth alluvial scrub on the southern portion of this parcel, below Summit Avenue. A greater roadrunner (Geocoecyx ealifornianus) was observed foraging in alluvial fan scrub near the project site. MammaLs Alluvial .scrub communities support a number of mammal species. Mammals observed on the southern section include gray fox (Uroeyon cinereoargenteus), deer mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus), western harvest mouse (Reithrodontom~s meR'alotis), desert cottontail (S~'lvila~us audubonii) and ground squirrel (SpermophllUS beeeheyi). Other mammals expected include the desert woodrat (Neotoma lepida), several species of mice (Peromyscus spp.) and the San Diego pocket moUSe (Pero~nathus fallax), bobcat (Felis rufus.) and coyote (,Canis latrans). Fora~in~' mammals expected include the mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus) and striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis). SITE CHARACTERIZATION~ NORTHERN PARCEL The northern section of the project site (approximately 675 acres) includes the southern three-fifths of Day Canyon and the adjacent slopes and ridges in the San Barnardino National Forest (Exhibit 2). Day Canyon serves as n major d~ainage m'ea for this portion of the San Gabriel Mountains, providing a natural flood channel for .' .'. . seasonal ~ainwater and snowmelt. 'However, recently approved flood control Improvements in Day Canyon and Day Creek'will eli~in~'~ · all future floodiag in the ' Day Canyon flood plain. This topic is disoussed in g~eater detail in Section 3. The mouth of Day Canyon opens to form the apex of the Day flood plain and its 'obrresponding 'alluvi~l"~,,a~h~' This ~v'ash' presently 'represents ~ 'pri'm~ teepee of the O ~th p~tl~ ap~ f i~ th the~ e~ ::",.'.. · ..... ~:~.~.'. -.a~vial:~an eammuni~y.W~eh, exis~ n e. norm · sou ' "i ~:. '.'""0f:'the'-'~n:Oab~iei MoUntai= ~A-.'~ b0~de~'tr~wn.;stroam 'wi~ t~Ough~the · ~ttom of Day Canyon. ~is well-aerated stream is e~eterized by Swift water~ mini-f~ and open poo~. ~e elevation of Day Canyon .within the p~ojeet site ranges from about 3,000 feet to about 4~600 feet. ~e p~jeet pla~ propose that this section of the project site be set ~ide ~ a permanent p~se~stion area. VEGETATION The northern parcel, which includes Day Canyon, is characterized by a deeply incised rock g'or~'e, steep, brush-covered slopes and narrow ridgelines. A clear perennial stream provides ample water to support a rich riparian woodland community. The slopes are well vegetated with chapn~Tal and oak woodland. Riparian Woodland The riparian woodland of the northern parcel is eharaeterized by dense stands of mature white alder (Alnus rhombifolia), California sycamore, scattered willows (Salix app.) and s well developed understory. This area offers prime biological value and provides habitat for a wide variety of plants and animals. Several species of (Stipa spp., Bromns spp.) were found during the survey, and giant creek nettle (Urtica dioica) and poison-oak were common. The steeper santions of canyon wall supported other species includin~ stonecrop (Dudleya sp.). 2-9 t SOUTHERN Project Site ~ -"'' ' Northern & Southern Parcels Itll I~ I lnlv~r~ifv/~rp_~f Pl~nn|no Area ~- 'o ,,. .. Oak Woodl~nd A cluster of co~st live o~k (Queroi:s agTifolia) w~s found ~rowin~ ~lon~ the lower e~t-faein~ slope at the southe~ e~e oF ~he canyon in the northern parcel, near the canyon mouth. ~ sma~ oak woodland w~ confined to the less severely-inclined slope and occupied le~ t~ .an acre of 1~. Oaks ~e e~eeted to occur t~hout . .: ...~ .: -' S~eies,'d~inan~ed' by'manzanit~' (~ret~tsphyiOs '~,) which ~eu~ ~n high demity, ~ .... leaving very little., room. ~or an'. unde~to~ of ~ses or s~e. 'However. Where o~n spaces were e~ail~ble~ ~h~te.s~e w~ '~ommo~. o~e~ ~peeies encountered in,he no~hern section o~ the site d~in~ the su~ey were spanish bayonet (Yuee~ wM~plei) and Cali~o~ia WILDLIFE Because of the rich diversity of floral life oeeurrin~ within the northern parcel, larger variety of animals are expected to reside in this section. Reptiles and Amphibians Because of the moisture provided by the stream and the excellent protective cover and hich availability of prey afforded by the well-developed understory of the communities present, a high diversity of reptiles and amphibians reside on the northern section of the project site. Amphibians typical of the site's riparian woodland include Pacifle treefrog' (H¥1a rel~illa), canyon treefro~ (Hyla eadaverina) and California newt (Tarieha torosa). 2-10 The most oommon reptiles oeeurring within the riparian woodland and its associated sandy area= in this parcel are the western fenoe lizard, side-blotched lizard, wester~ whiptail lizard, striped racer (lViasticophus lateralis) and two-striped garter snake (Thamnophis eouehi). Other reptiles t~ie~ of the rip~ian community include weste~ pond turtle (Clemmys m~morata), weste~ skink (Eumeees skiltonian~), Gilbert's sktnk (Eumeees gilbertt), southe~ ~iEator lizard (Ge~honotm multiearinat~), desert collared lizard (C~toph~ bleinetores), C~lfo~ia : "' ~in~ak~'~? C~lfo~i~~ "~O~ntai~'~:k~a~e - (~mp~peltls .Zonat~),:'~Opher" rin~eek snake (~ punetatus) and weste~ rattlesnake. The oak woodland in this parcel shares many species with the riparian eommunity~ I . weU the following additional species: s~amander (Ane~des lu~ris), monterey s~amander (E~atina ese~eholtzi), bleek-be~ed slender s~amander . · · ~ ,.. (Batraehoseps nJ~ventris)pacific slefider s~aman~er (Satrae~oseps pacifiers), ' ...... weste~ toad(B~fOb0teas) ~d '~:este~'~oot-t~ad. - ~ '?~ -'.~ ~'' ~ ~'...? y' '~'' .: ....... ~e extensive chaparral community in the notthe~ p~eel also shares many reptile species w~th the other plant communities. Other reptiles t~ical of the chapa~ on site include the co~t horned lizard, night snake ~siElena torquata), lon~-nosed s~ke (Rhinoeheilus leeontei) and patch-nosed snake (~vndora hexalepls). At ~titudes a~ve 3,000 feet, saEebr~h lizar~ (~eloporus ~aeiosus) become the dominant lizard species (Sehoenhert 2-11 JBX/5180002D1 Birds Riparian woodland, oak woodland and chaparral support amon~ the highest diversities of birds of any habitats in Southern California. Typical species of the riparian woodland community in the northern section are the black-chinned hummingbird (Arehiloehus alexandri), black phoebe (Sa¥ornis ni~F'ieans), western flycatcher ..' :.'-' '.. '.: (EmPidonex...dlfl'ieills)~ blue:~t'ay grtateateher (Poliopttl~ eae~ulea), Swainson's thi'ush: :. (Catharus ustulatus), warbling vireo (Vireo [~ilvus), orange-crowned warbler (Vermivora celata), rufous-sided towhee (Plp[io erTthrophthalmus), song span-ow (Melospiza melodia), American goldfinch (Carduelis tristis) and lesser goldfinch (Ca, rduelis psaltria). ~'" '· ~ ':' '::' - - The- bak '.woodland. onstte shares...ma~y?-of- the .same-speo~s,.as/rtparJan.~.woodland~ :.:. · (Call~te anna), bluttall'S woodpecker (Plcoides nuttallii.), western wood-pewee (Contopus sordidulus), scrub jay (Apheloeoma coerulescens), plain titmouse (Parus ioornatus), hushtit (Psaltriparus minlmus), house wren (TroKlodytes aedon)~ phainopepla (Phainopepla nitens), Hutton's vireo (Vireo huttoni) and blaekoheaded grosbeak (Pheuetieus melanocephalus). Chaparral also shares a number of bird species with oak woodland and a few with riparian woodland. Typical ehapa~'al species that reside on the northern parcel are ash-throated flycatcher (Myiarohus ctnerascens), Bewiek's wren, wrentit, C~llfornia thrasher (Toxostoma redivlvum), brown towhee and rufous-crowned sparrow (Aimophila rufieeps), as well as many of the other species mentioned above. 2-12 APPENDIX F CO~ENTS RECEI¥~D ON D~AFT RESPONSES TO COHMENTS Mammals No mammals were observed in the northern parcel durin~ the survey, however, diat:- nostic si~n of the Botta's pocket-~opher was found. Because of the rich riparian woodland and canyon ve~e'/ation, which form an important wildlife corridor, and because of the presence of water and the low de~ree of human disturbance, several mammal species are expected to o~our on the site, some in abundance. These · "' ' ' '"'-~' '"' "' in'~-i~u'de' ':~alif0r~ia :'my0tti .(MYotis~'~alJfOrnicus);-'.brush rabbit..(SylvilaKus, bachmani),. -. California pocket mouse (Pero~nathns californicus), agile kanEaroo rat (Dlpodom)'s , a~tlis), California mouse (Peromyscus californicu_s), brush mouse (Peromyscus bo¥1il), desert woodrat (Neotoma lepida), California vole (MIcrntus californicus), coyote, · ' [ ..... · lone-tailed. . -weasel.. '(Mustela. .frenata) and mule deer,. . amonll., others.. · . · . This section discusses (1) species present or potentially present in the project vicinity that have been afforded special reco~'nition by federal, state or local resource conservation aEencies and organizations due principally to declininE or limited population sizes resultin~ in most cases from habitat reduction; and (2) habitat areas onsite that are unique, of relatively limited distribution or of particula;r value to wildlife. Sources used for the determination of sensitive bioloEical resources are as follows: plants U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (US}'WS 1987), California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG 1987), California Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB 1987) and California Native Plant Society (CNPS) (Smith and York 1984); wildlife - USFWS (1987), CNDDB (1987) and CDFG (1980 and 1986); and habitats - CNDDB (1987). 2-13 JBX/5180002D1 SOUTHERN PARCEL In response to recommendations in the County of San Beroardino's preapplieation staff review report of this project, MBA staff devoted special attention during the present site survey to areas potentially supporting sensitive species. Bio federal- or state-listed endangered or threatened plant or animal species were found on the project site. However, one reptile speeias that is a eandidate for federal listing has' · "J['~ ':" : "been:· l~ca~ed' li~ar ~. ~he ~ite:"dUrin~ ~ .:reeent 'past survey. (Engineering-science 1986},"" :' and the potential exists for the presence of one federally proposed and state-listed endangered plant speeies. The status, habitat and potential presence of sensitive biological resources on the southern section are discussed below. · · Slender-homed spineflower (centroste~ia. leptoceras) is listed 'as , endangered by CDFG and USFWS, and is listed by CNPS as rare and I endangered. This small, prostrate annual occurs in sandy openings without surface disturbance, tt is presently knOWn from small'populations in four widely separated areas in the greater San Bernardino-Rlverside area. Formerly, it was found as far west as the San Fernando Valley; however, it has most likely never been plentiful. The slender-horned spineflower is subject to habitat disturbances such as grazing, agTiculture and flood-control activities. In addition, the . spineflower appears to be very sensitive to competition with introduced annual grasses. Annual grasses may successfully compete with the slender-horned spineflower for essential resources, such as water and light, and may otherwise inhibit its occurrence by the production of allelotoxic chemicsJ~. Suitable habitat for the slender-horned spineflower is limited on the project site to a few small areas on the lower benches in the southern parcel near Day Creek, although the degree of past site disturbance and subsequent strong competition from normative g~asses have lessened the likelihood of its presence on the site today. The spineflower was not located on the site during this or past surveys, nor on a survey conducted west of the site during May 1986, the only time of year when this tiny annual would be expected to be located (it is obvious only as small leaves forming a basal rosette that soon disintegrates once the spring growing season is past). 2-14 JBX/5180002D1 Wildlife * San Diego coast horned lizard (Phrynosoma cornnatum blalnvillei) is a USFWS Category 2 candidate species (decline of the species is suspected; however, insufficient data presently exist to support a proposed listin~). The preferred habitat for this species, open areas of sandy soil and low vegetation, is fairly common within the site. The eoast horned lizard was not located onstte during the present survey, but one individual was observed near the southern pareal in May 1986 (Engineering-se. ien~e. 1986). It is likely that the species ooeurs within the project boundaries.' o- Golden es~le (Aquila ehr~aetos), although not listed as 'rare endangered, is afforded Fully Proteeted sta~ms in California (CDFG Code, Section 3511) and reoeives additional federal protection under amendments to the Bald Eagle Proteetion Act (PL 92-525). The golden eagle is considered sensitive by federal agencies and CDFG due to its I recluire~ents .for isolated nesttn~.sitas a..n,d very large foraging a~eas. The :"' '"' ":':":' ""' ' ! ~' '" ':' ~":' '"' 'golden eagle~ ~lth~ug~ n'0t?'o'bse~V~d: d2~i~ 'the 'present sUrvey;-I~s.(be~a.~ , ...... ' ObserVed occasionally foraging .in."the :vicil~ity of the' project site. .' ~'~' '- ?'~""' ': ::": ~' '." "?.' .~"": H6~r, .~the~lo~ve~. ~Oothtlis~eg~on..near. developS. -portions~.of .the .we~t · '"'~ "' : .... :- ' - · ' '-San Bernardino Yalley are-a.t...the edge of thiS.spear's~ foraging range, i It ' ' ' nests' in reeky crags and cliffs at higher elevations in the. mountains, some distance from the site. Habitat - e Riversia~ alluvial f~n scrub habitat is designated by CI~DDB (1988) as a plant community requiring a high priority status for preservation. This status has been assigned to the community due to the rapid and continuing development of this habitat type throughout the regions in' which it occurs. The alluvial fan scrub of the project area may also serve as a foothill wildlife dispersion area, especially for mule deer and olher animals. ! The validity of Phr~nosoma coronatum blalnvillei as a taxonomically distinct subspecies is questionable. Collected data to date are considered insufficient to support taxonomic subdivision of the nominant species (per telephone conversation with Dr. Robert C. Stebblns, Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, University of' California, Berkeley, April 6, 1988). 2-15 JBX/5180002D! NORTHERN PARCEL No species of animel designated threatened, rare or endangered by USFWS, CDFG or CNDDB were lo~ated on the northern section of the project site during the survey, however, one mammal species, one reptile species, one amphibian species and t~ee bird species of eonee~ may reside within the section vicinity. e, He~n bi~ho~ sheep (~i~ ~de~ ne~0~D'is f~ p~0te~ted by the '~'" CDFG and ~ eo~idered se~itive ~ ~e B~eau of ~d Msna~ement. Pog~tio~ of bi~ho~ sheep ~ve been deelinin~ steadily their ~n~e. Bi~ho~ sheep may include the ri~es and canyon of the no~he~ section ~ the e~eme lower portion of their winter ra~e. ' ' "?""" ' ' m' ..... " ~' ....... ' Sp~les ' o~ Spe~i~ Conae~." L~t~ - ~.:. ~iO~y-: ~ete~o~ (not ,- in. , ' ' ' · ' · -'.lmm~di~~ ~n~er~.' ~;of :. ~l~a~,..~'~b~t...-'deter~med., to ...w~t .... ~ ' monitorm~)...Coopar~s.haw~ maF neS~ In. the 0ak~and ~ip~ian wood,nd" ~ ' on the northe~ section, .. The lo~ed owl (~o ot~) is a CDFG Bird Species of ~pecial Conearn, ~cond'PrioritY CateEory .(populatto~ appear ~o ~ declinin~ in Po~io~ of Its range). The lonE-e~ed owl prefe~ riparian and oak woo~an~ and may utilize the northe~ section for fo~in~ and nestin~ habitat. ~e ~tted owl (S~ ~iden~), a CDFG Bird Species of Special Concern, Second Priority Careful, ~ been reported in Iceho~e Canyon, a few miles no~hwest of the mitlKatton site (CNDDB 1987). ~e s~ted owl prefe~ dense oak woo~an~ mixed with conife~ and is often found in s~ee~w~led canyon. Spot,ed ow~ may include portio~ of the northe~ section ~ part of their foragin~ and nestin~ range. · The red-l~ed f~ (~s a~) is listed by the USFWS as a Ca~e~o~ candidate (decline of the species is s~pec~ed; however, i~ufficient data presently exis~ to support a proposed listing). ~ed-le~ed fr~ ere chiefly inhabitan~ of permanen~ pools, pon~ and m~hes. ~e red-le~ed fro~ has been reported in the North Fork of Lyfle Creek, a few miles northe~t of the site (~hoenhe~ 1976). It ~ po~ible red-le~ed frogs in,bit the site, but their presence would be limited to ~ols l~e enough to contain water ye~ round. Co~ ~ li~ ~ve ~en found on the slopes of Etiwanda Canyon and ~n ~vaine Canyon just west of the site (Schoenfierr 1976) and ~e likely to occur on the northern p~eel In are~ of sand or fine soil amon~ the chap~al and co~t~ s~e sc~b communities. 2-16 SECTION 3 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AI~D RECOMMENDED MITIGATION As a result of the rapid advance of urbanization in San Bernerdino and eastern Los Angeles counties, much of the natural open space in the re,ion has beeome restricted to relatively few areas at the base of the San Bern~rdino and San Gabriel mountains. As these foothill h~bitats ~ developed~ remainin~ ~reas of the natural wildlife movement corridors. An a~reement between the regional land owners and the County of San Bernardino to preserve 600 to 800 acres of open space supporting alluvial fan serob, as mitigation for the project and other proposed developments in 'flocd *e0nt~ol improvements .to 'this ares'~ill eventU~ly, b~ing about'the elimination xis a uv a se , cm of tlils atlo · re The approved ~'lood control measures stated above 'will eliminate floodin~ in this area. This dramatic chen~e in the hydrolo~ of the'a~ea will effectively alter the lon~-te~m nature of the natur~ community, eausin~ a eh~n~e in floristic composition from the flood-dependent ~lluvial fan sorub to a more commonly, occ-:~in~ commun- ity such as coastal sase scrub. This chan~e will oeeu~ ~'adually ove~ the next 50 to 100 years or more. Though this ~'adu~l t~snst'ormation represents an adverse impact, the sudden, immediate and irreversible adverse alterations affected by land development pose impacts of greater severity. The immediate impacts onsite related to the ongoin~ development of the foothill area are restricted to the southern section of the project site. Lon~ ~erm impacts ~enerated by the development of flood control improvements in Day Canyon not directly associated with the project plans affect both the southern and northern sections of the project site. The following discussion itemizes the potential impacts of the proposed project on the biological resources of the site and su~ests measures to mitigate those impacts. 3-1 JBX/5180002D1 V~GETAT~ON · Project implementation would result in the loss of approximately 425 acres of natural alluvial community in the southern section of the prnject site. This includes 390 acres (92 percent) of mature and Inte~- mediate sta~e alluvial fan sereh, 15 acres (three percent) of chaparral and 20 acres (five percent) of riparian wash. The conversion of alluvial fan sereb represents a siLmificant addition to the on~oin~ loss of this ' the alluvial, fan scrub oosite inere~es in the nt~rth~rn p0t~ion'Of'the s0uthern pn~ei, thU~,~the -'~-'" dek~'ee of impact I[enarsted by the conversion of this habitat increases ~ aeeordinKly. The northern section of the project plan~ 8?$ aeres of mixed eanyon habitat in Day Canyon, is intended for preservation. This roKEed montane chaparral and coastal saEe scrub. Day Creek, a clear perennial stream, '.. :' .... . '~ windS"throU~h 'this' Canyon' and .provides. habitat 'for a .wide .variety of. "eppt-bved flood "eon'tPol'.' dam.- ~u~rentlF .under construction, up~tream~. -:'- :' · · Hydrolo~i'eal patterns Will ehan~'e 'd~amatically with the completion of , this·dam and other flood control developments not directly associated · with the.project, reducin~ the water .flow threu~h the canyon, and adversely impaetinR' the .riparian habitat. This wiU result in an eventual reduction in the quality of this habitat. The loss of a separate riparian ' community located on the southern parcel is discussed f~rther in this section. Chaparral is a regionally abundant plant eommunlty 8nd the removal of the small area in the southern parcel required by the project design would not represent a significant impact. The inclusion of a network of $CE easements, dia~onal strips of undeveloped land will allow approximately 180 acres of natural vegetation to remain bordering' the site. These easements will represent redueedocluality habitat, however, due to their close proximity to the residential community and to the eorrespondin[ increase in urban presence. Natural open land lies east and west of the site. These areas provide similar habitat to that lost throug'h project implementation. However, the value of the habitat west of the site will be reduced by a planned sand-and-~'avel mininE operation and the excavation of a ~u'nve! pit in' the area adjacent to Day Creek. 3-2 · Sycamores and oaks removed for the project should be replaced either onsite or in the northern section (mitigation site) in a sufficient ratio to guarantee ultimate replacement. e- The project as proposed would require the filltn~ of two riparian washes (20 acres) occurring on the site containing e string of mature sycamore trees. Any alteration of riparian habitat requires eonsultatlon with CDFG (C~ltfornia Fish and Game Code, Section 1503), and any filling of a streambed may require a permit from ACOE (Clean Water Act, ~ - . Seeti0n 404)... Both.these a~eneias require the.formulation of a ~itigation the riparian habitat or streambed. e- All ETaded and disturbed surfaces remaining outside developed areas following construction shall be revegetated as soon as feasible. Landscape design and plant selection in areas directly adjacent to open . ....- ..~..c~..':~ ...... :-~_. .... .-'-~ Space shal!-e0nform-,to~surroundtng ve~et~tinn.eomposition. The use of native trees and s~u. ub species should Closely match those ~ready present .... ~ .... . in ~he alluvial fa~ s~rub onsite. .~. The potenti~i value of Day Canyon Wash and flood plain for wildlife habitat would be diminished by the proximity of people and pets, as well as the increase in urban presence. Wildlife movement throuEt~ the flood plain would be ~'eat. ly reduced. e- The presence of the two SC£ easements will provide movement corridors for wildlife between developed areas. By ~llowing natural open land to remain within the project site, these corridors will enhance the wildlife value of the site, providing limited foreginR and nestin~ habitat for birds and other animals. However, the p~esenee of residential lots in close proximity to these corridors will impede wildlife use and limit the potential value of the eorrldors, as most animal species are sensitive to the presence of people and pet dogs end eats. Deed restrictions regulatin~ the operation of motorized off-road vehicles and limited trail access to nature and bridle trails, are recommended to be developed with the intent of protecting the open space areas from these potentia~y adverse influences. The conversion of approximately 390 acres of alluvial fan scrub, some of which provides especially species-rich wildlife habitat, represents a loss of food resource for the local deer population. Determining the level of impact from this loss would require an ~sessment of the size of the deer population end the potential food resouroes of their fora~inE area. 3-3 JBX/SI$00D2D! · Although some raptors, sueh as red-tailed hawks and American kestrels, may adapt somewhat to human aotivities in and mound their p~efe~red habitat, they are, on balanne, adversely affeeted by urbanization and its ~-<oeiated influenees. Constroetion activity assoeiated with the proposed development oould be expeeted to exert an adverse impact on the raptors presently utilizing the site. Conversion of foraging habitat would oonstitute an inoremental addltion to the regional habitat fragmentation and loss that might further impaet declining breeding populations~ however, the significanoe of this impaet is restrieted to a local level ..... ..:..... ,;. ;.., ... ~.= · .: :;Tha-P~oP~se~[-~;~er~a~iOn..c~f.ea~yo~..habita~,i~. Day~Canyon,-.iS'~roposed- .,...~.~ as mitigation for this impact. · Night lighting might be detrimental to wildlife in the adjaeent floodplain and Day Creek for a variety of reasons, ineluding disruption of light/dark .~ daily rhythms and ·voidanee due to the introduction of bright lights into · i. ...'.......: .. 'an otberwjse~unlit y~oinity,.. Some.inseetivorous spoeies benefit from ~ lighting illuminating an othe~ise unlit are~ Some insectivorous species , . i benefit from fighting b.e. eause,j.t attracts and eoneen~'at~S large numbers · ~ ' 'i~".- "'- ' ~' · l~g~t~n~iiS-'tl~at adj~nt m.eas .are utfltzed bY'wildlife .to less than~tbeir. . -. ' fullest extent.- ..... : ' · · '" - ' .' ' '" · · ' . · The potentially adverse effee1~ of nisht lighting on surrounding open space areas can be mitigated by' the following ·Item·rives: (1) low- intensity street lamps at the development edge; (2) low-elevation lighting poles; and (3)shielding by internal silvarin~ of the globe or external opaque reflectors. The degree to which these measures are utilized should be dependent upon the distance of the light source from the urban edge. · - Some animal species will benefit from the increased urban presence in the developed parcel, with subsequent inereases in population. This is especially true for animals attraoted to human refuse (opossum, skunk, coyote, and rodent species), and there will be a subst·nticl inurease in the population of the ~nseet speoies typically ~-~eoe~ated with urbanization. Among other species that might experience a population increase caused by the altered environment would be the rock dove (pigeon), spotted dove, American crow, northern mockingbird, European starling, Brewer's blackbird, house finch and house sparrow. A variety of migrant songl~irds could also be expected to frequent the new hcbit·t during certain times of the year, particularly where specimen-size trees are present in the new landscaping. lndireetly, wildlife populations in the surrounding are· would be affected adversely by loss of available habitat within the project site, as resident wildlife species were displaned by development. This displacement would increase stress on nearby wildlife populations as competition for food, water and nesting sites ~nureased. 3-4 JI3X/B180002D1 SENS1TIV~ SPECIES · Implementation of the proposed project may result in the immediate loss of potential habitat for the slender-horned spineflower. This potential loss of habitat will .aLso be a affected by regional flood control improvements. A site survey conducted during April or May would confirm the presence or absence of the slender-horned spineflowar on the site. Those areas in which it may be lobated should be set aside in permanent, proteoted open space. i ' ' ':' · Conversibn°f alluvial fan: sernb~ chaparral and wash habitat-would'result .. in loss of habitat for the San Diego boast horned lizard. · Conversion of open scrub would ten:ore foraging habitat for the golden eagle. Since the site is at the peripher7 of this speciesf foraging range, this impact represents a relatively insi~nifleant incremental loss of ~ foraging habitat. 3-5 JBX/518000RD1 SECTION 4 REFERENCES. CITED Abrams, Lcro¥. 1923. Illustrated Flora of the Pacific States. Stanford University P~'ess, Stanford, California. 4 Volumes. American Ornithologists' Union (AOU). 1983. The A.O.U. Check-List of North American Birds. 6th ed. 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Special Publication No. 2, California Native Plant Society. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFlqS). 1987. Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants. Federal Register 50 CFR 17.11 and 17.12. U.S. Department of the Interior, Reprint. 4-2 APPENDIX FLOP~AL AND FAUNAL ~OMPEND~A INTRODUCTION TO FLORAL AND FAUNAL SURVEY Floral components encountered during the survey were recorded. Ezpeeted site use by wildlife is derived from survey information combined with documented habitat preferences of regional wildlife species which, whether or not recorded during the survey, ~e considered likely to include the p~ojeet m-ea within their range. ~.: *.:.~ ...; .'.:..... ~.. ..... .~.....~..~.. ........ · ..... . ...... . ~or~ t~onomy ~ed in this report foUows the eu~ent ehe~lst of K~tesz and Kartesz (~980). Common plant names, where not available f~m Munz (1974), ~e takea from Abrams (~923), Robbtns, e~ a~. (195~), Co~l~ (1972) and Nieha~ and Ripper (1976). Vertebrates identified In the f~eld by sight, eal~, trae~, s~n~ or othe~ si~ are elted aeeordin~ to the nomenclature of Jennin~ (198~) for amphibia~ and reptiles; AOU (~983) for birds; and Jones, e~ a~. (~982) for mammals. HIO/51$0002Dla TABLE Ao! FLORAL COMPENDrUM1 LEGEND *Nonnative This is not intended as an exhaustive listing of the vegetation occurring on the site; some annual herbs or very uncommon species may not have been detected by the field survey. BIO/5180002D1a V~CU~RP~NTS ANGIOSPERMAE (DICOTYLEDONES) Souther~ Parcel Northern Parcel ANACARDIACEAE - SUMAC FAMILY Malosma laurina x x '~e~' · ~- ...... ~,-.'-.~'-'-'=.'=:--'-~..~"..'--':-.,¥' ': -'--,'~ ~.' ,-.. ...... .. · .: . - ...... ,~..~ .... :....:.,.~-. Rhus trtlobata x squaw bush Toxieodendron diversilobum x x poison-oak ASTERACEAE - SUNFLOWER FAMILY Ambrosia neanthicarpa x annual bur-ral~weed A~temisia ealifo~ica x x coastal sal~ebrush Centauren melitensis x toealote Clrsium oecidentale x x cobweb thistle Conyza eanadensis x hotseweed Corethroi~rne fila~'inifolia x eudweed aster £rieameria Dinifolia x pine ~otdeni)ush Fila~o ealifornica x California fluff weed Gnaphalium sp. x eudweed GutietTezia braetenta x San Joaquin matchweed Helianthus annuus x eom moa sunflower Heterotheca g'rendiflora x telegraph weed Hl~t~oehoeris ~'lab~a x smooth cat's-ear Lepidospartum squamatum x soaleobroom A-3 BIO/5180002Dla Southern Parcel Northern Parcel BETULACEAE - BIRCH FAMILY Alnus rhombifolia x whi~e aider BORAGINACF..AE - BORAGE FAMILY Amsinekla intermedia z common fiddleneek Cryptantha sp. x crytantha BRASSICACEAE - MUSTARD FAMILY A~abis ~labra z x toweromust~d CACTACEAE - CACTUS FAMILY Opuntia littoralis x coastal prickly pear Opuntia parrl~i x valley eholla CAPRIFOLIACEAE - HONEYSUCKLE FAMILY Sambucus mexicana x Mexican elderberry CARYOPHYLLACEAE - FINK FAMILY $ilene antirrhina x sleepy eatel~fly CONWOLYULACEAE ~ MORNING-GlORY FAMILY Cuscuta sp. x x dodder CRASSULACEAE - STONECROP FAMILY Dudleya sp. x A-4 Southern Parcel Northern Paroel CUCURBITACEAE -GOURD FAMILY Marah macroearpus x x wild cucumber ERICACEAE - tilIATH FAMILY ·..... At'ehtost~phylos {~lauce x EUPHORBIACEAE - SPURGE FAMILY Croton ealifornicus x California croton ...... . .~,~: .~ ....... : ,, ,~ABACEA.E ~ PEA~ FAMILY · · " ". .... Astragalus tridhbpodus ' ' '-. · x ' - Santa Barbara iocoweed '"' "' L,~t p~ " . ...... usSeo riu~ 'x ..... x · deerweed. ' Melilotus indica x yellow sweet-clover FAGACEAE - BEECH FAMILY Quercus agrifolia x coast live oak Quercus ehrysoiepis x canyon oak Quercus turbinelia x turbinate oak GERANIACEAE - GERAKIUM FAMILY Erodium eicutarium x red-stemmed filaree HYDROPHYLLACEAE - WATERLEAF FAMILY Phacelia ramosissima x branching phacelia A-5 Southern Parcel Northern Parcel JUGLAN'DACEAE - WALNUT FAMILT Juglans californica x California black walnut LAMIACF. AE - MINT FAMILY Marrubium vulgate : horehound Salvia apiana white sage Salvia eolumbariae ehia Salvia meUifera black sage MORACEAE - MDLBERRY FAMILY common fig MYRTACEAE - MYKTLE FAMILY Eueal~tus globulus blue gum Eueal~tus eamnldulensis red gum OLEACEAE - OLI~'E FAMILY Olea europaea x olive ONAGRACEAE - EVENING-PRIMROSE FAMILY Camissonia bistorta x southern sun-cup Clarkia purpurea x winecup clarkia PAEONIACEAE - PEONY FAMILY Paeonia ealifornica x California peony A-6 Southern Parcel Northern Parcel PLATANACEAE - SYCAMORE FAMILY Platanus raeemosa x x California sycamore POLTGONACEAE - BUCKWHEAT FAMILY Chorizanthe ap. X. :. ~ ..'. ' · spine-flower · .. ErioR'onum faseieulatum · x California buckwheat Erio~onum ~ x slender woolly buckwheat RHAMNACEAE - BUCKTHORN FAMILY Ceanothus crass~folius x · ' hOary~Jeaved ceanothus ' ' Ceanothus leueodermis x x ............... "~ chaparral whitethor~' '~ ': ..... ~ '"' ' ''~" ' ~ ' ..... ........ ' ' :"' Rhamnus eroeea x x redberry ROSACEAE - ROSE FAMILY Adenostoma fasciculatum x x ehamise Cereoearpus betuloides x birch-leaf mountain-mahogany Prunus ilieifolia x x holly-leaved cherry ?runus nrmeniaca x apricot SALICACEAE - WILLOW FAMIL~f Salix lasiolepis x x arroyo willow SAXIFRAGACEAE - SAXIFRAGE FAMILY Ribes aureum x x g'olden currant A-? Southern Parcel Northern Parcel SCROPHULARIACEAE - FIGWORT FAMILY Penstemon speetabilis x royal penstemon SOLANACEAE - I~IGHTSHADE FAMILY Detura innoxia . x iimS~fi-v/e&g, .. :..: ......... . western * Datura stramonium x annual jimsonweed " Nieotiann llauea x tree tobacco Solarium xantii x purple.nightshade:.. - ' .' ' '.' ." '.":' ... '~ i.:' .' " U]tmCAC .AE'-' NL rtL - FA 4iLY" Urtiea dioiea' x .... " " ~'" ~innt ereekn """' '""" ': "" ' ~. ~"";~".:' ~:'"'~' "-'- ": '~'" .......... ' ..... ANGIOSPERMAE (MONOCOTYLEDONES) AGAVACEAE - AGAYE FAMILY Yucca whJpplei x x Spanish bayonet POACEAE - Gl?ASS FAMILY * Avena barbara x x slender wild oat * Bromus rubens x x red brome * Sehismus barbatus x Mediterranean sehismus Vulpia meR'alura x foxtaii rescue Stipa eoronata x A-8 TABLE FAUNAL COMPENDIUM LEGEND + Presence noted by diree~ sighting, c~ll identification or observation of tracks, seat or other signs. Normative TERRESTRIA. L VERTEBRATES AMPt-LLU/ANS Southern Parcel ]qorthern Parcel SALAMANDRIDAE - NEWTS .;. ,- . Tarieha torosa, x · ': ":'" '~l~newt" '' ": .... "''. ' · PLETHODONTIDAE - LUNGLESS SALAMANDERS Aneides lut~ubris x Batraehoseps paeifieus · . ' .. ..... . '. . Paeific.sle~nder salamander ' black:belliedSLender salamander ' ' ': ' , - Ensatina esehseholtzi x ensatina PELOBATIDAE - SPADEFOOT TOADS Seaphiopus hammondi x western spadefoot BUFORIDAE - TRUE TOADS Bufo boreas x western toad Bufo punetatus x x red-spotted toad HYLIDAE - TREEFROGS Hyla cadaverina x California treefro~ Hyla re.gilln x Pacific treefrog' RANIDAE - TRUE FROGS Rana aurora X red-legged frog A-10 REPTILES Southern Parcel Northern Parcel EMYDIDAE - BOX AND WATER TURTLES ClemmTs marmorata x Western pond turtle GEKKONIDAE - GECKOS · ' " .... '. cole0nTx V-;{rieg~tus ....... · · -x - .... .: x .... banded gecko IGUANIDAE - IGUANID LIZARDS · Crotophytus bicinctores x · Western collared lizard ...... Phr~n~soma eO~onatum .... x' .' '" · · x' coast horned lizard Soeloporus ~raciosus x sagebrush lizard + Soeloporus occidentalis x x western fence lizard + Uta stansburiana x x side-blotched lizard SCINCIDAE - SKINKS · Eumeees gilberti x Gilbert's skink Eumeces skiltonianus x Western skink TEIIDAE - WHIPTAIL LIZARDS + Cnemidophorus tigris x x western whiptail ANGUIDAE - ALLIGATOR LIZARDS Gerrflonotus multicarinatus x x southern alligator lizard A-il BIO/5180002Dla Southern Parnel Northern Parcel BOIDAE - BOAS Liehanu~a trivir~ata x x rosy boa COLUBRIDAE - COLUBRID SNAKES Arizona ele~-anz x x · - : ~ ......... ..~ .... :~ .., glossy~snake. ' ~ . ~' · Coluber constrictor' "'": ...... · ........... ' .x ' ' ' : 'x' - '~' Dladophis punetatus x rin~eek snake H!~si~lena torquata x x night snake · Lampropeltis getulus x x common kin~Snake Lampropeltis zOnata x California mountain kingsnake Mastieophis flagellum x eoachwhip Masticophis lateralis x x striped 'racer ' ' Pituophis melanoleucus x x gopher snake Rhinoeheilus lecontei x x long-nosed snake Salvadora hexalepis x x western patch-nosed snake Tantilla planieeps x x western black-headed snake Trimorphodon biseutatus x x lyre snake VIPERIDAE - VIPERS Crotalus mitehelli x x speckled rattlesnake Crotalus viridis x x western rattlesnake BIRDS CATHARTIDAE - NEW WORLD VULTURES Cathartes aura x x turkey vulture A-12 Southern Parcel Northern Parcel ACClPITRIDAE - HAWKS Circus eyaneus x northern harrier Aecipiter sttiatus x x sharp-shinned hawk Aeeipiter eooperii x x Cooper's hawk ' ' . · ·: Buteo lineatus x red-shouldered hawk + Buteo Jamaieensis x x red-tailed hawk Aquila ehrysaetos x x .. i .-.~: . ;:..- .i · goldenea~le .... . .' . . .... + Faleo Sparverius x · x American kestrel · PHASLAN~DAE - PHEASANTS & QUAILS + Callipepia californica x x California quail Oreortyx pietus x mountain quail CHARADRI~DAE - PLOVERS Charadrius vociferus x x killdeer COLUMBIDAE - PIGEONS & DOY~S Columha livia x rock dove Columha fasciata x band-tailed pigeon Zenaida mneroura x x mourning dove CUCULIDAE - CUCKOOS & ROADRUNNERS Geococeyx californianus x greater roadrunner A-13 Southern Parcel Northern Pa~nel TTTOK[DAE - BARN-OWLS · Tto ~lbe x x common barn-owl STRIGIDAE - TRUE OWLS Otus kennieottit . x · western screech*owl -' ' = · ' · Bubo vi~;inianus x L~eat horned owl Athene eunieularia' x bulTowin~ owl Asio otus x .. . ...!on,Teared.owl .. ~... ... ..:...... . . .. / . CAPRIMULGIDAE ~.GOATSUCKEP, S ..... : : ' ...:_ ..: .... ' .. : Cbordeiles aeutipennis x x lesser n~hthawk Phalaenoptilus nuttallii x common poorwill APODIDAE - SWII~I'S Aeronautes saxatalis x x wlmite-throated swift TROCH]LIDAE - HUMMINGBIRDS Arehiloehus alexandri x black-chinned hummingbird Calypte anna x x Anna's humminl~bird Calypte eostae x x Costats hum min~'bi~d PICIDAE - WOODPECKERS Melanerpes formieivorus x acorn woodpecker ColaDtes auratus x x northern flicker Pieoides pubeseens x downy woodpecker Pieoides nuttallii x NuttalPs woodpecker A-14 Southern Parcel Northern Parcel TYP, ANNIDAE - TYRANT FLYCATCHERS Contopus sordidulus x western wood-pewee Empidonax difficilis x western flycatcher Sayornis nigrieans x black, phoebe · Sa},ornissaya ' '.i ' ' .. 'X':i'.' ~" ~ :: ' Say's phoebe Myiarehus cineraseens x x ash-throated flycatcher Tln-annus verticalis x western kingbird ALAUDIDAE - LARKS .... : . . £remophila elpestris x · horned lark · . I-~RUNDINIDAE - SWALLOWS Taehycineta thalassine x violet-green swallow Stel~idol~teryx serripennis x x northern rough-winged swallow HIrundo pyrrhonota X X cliff swallow CORVIDAE - JAYS & CROWS Cyanoeitta stelleri x Steller's jay Apheloeoma coerulescens x x scrub jay Corvus eorax x x PARIDAE - TITMICE Parus inornatus x plain titmouse A-15 Southern Parcel Northern Pm'eel AEGITHALIDAE - BUSHTITS + Psaltriperus minimus x x bushtit SI-~-riDAE - NUTHATCHES · Sltta.ea~linensis . · · x white-breasted nuthatch · · - '"' ' .' ' ' ?ROGLODYTIDAE - WREI~S Salpinctes obsoletus x Catherpes mexicanus .,. . . . x + ThtTomanes bewickii x x Bewiek'S wren ' ....... ' ................. , ...... + Tro~lod,ytas aedon x x house wren MUSCICAPIDAE - KINGLRTS~ GNATCATCHERS~ THRUSHES & BABBLERS ReRulus calendula x x ruby-crowned kinglet Polioptila .caerulea x blue-~'ay ~'natcatcher Sinlia mexicans x western bluebird Catharus ustulatus x Swainson's thrush Catharus ~'uttatus x x hermit thrush Turdus m_~ratorius x American robin Chamsea fascists x x wrentit MIMIDAE - THRASHERS + Mimus 0oly~lottos x x northern mocking'bi~d + Toxostoma redivivum x x California thrasher A-16 Southern Parcel Northern Parcel MOTACILLIDAE - PIPITS Anthus spinoletta x water pipit BOMBYCILLIDAE - WAXWINGS Bombyeilla eedrdrum '' ............. x'~ x cedar waxwing PTILOGONATIDAE - SILKY-FLYCATCHERS · phainopepla .:. . · LANIIDAE. SHRIKES Lanius ludovieianus x x · loggerhead stu-ike STURN1DAE - STARLINGS Sturnus vulgaris x x European starling VIREONIDAE - VIREOS Vireo gilvus x warOling vireo Vireo huttoni x Hutton's vireo EMBERIZIDAE - WOOD WARBLERS, TANAGERS, BUNTINGS & BLACKBIRDS Vermivora celata x orange-crowned warbler Dendroiea coronata x yeLIow-rumped warbler Geot~ypis triehas x common yellowthroaI Pheueticus melanocephalus x x black-headed grosbeak Pa.sserina amoena x lazuli bunting Southern Parcel Northern Parcel BMBERIZIDAE - WOOD WARBLERS, TANAGERS, BUI~ITIHGS & BLACKBIRDS (continued) + Pipilo er~h~ophthalmus x x rufous-sided towhee Pipilo fuscus x x brown towhee Aimophila rufJeeps x x ..... . .. rufous-erowned sp:arrow . . + Chondestes ~,rammacus x . x lark sparrow + Amphispiza belli x sage sparrow Melospiza l_incolnii x x Lincoln's sparrow :Melospiza.melodia · - . · · . x · son~'sparrow · ' ' : ~ ::' '' ' Zonot. richia.atricapilla .. x .. .'.~.u. [. ':. · .... ?..,..., golden-crowned spa~z;~W ..... ~: :'""!::':'~':: ~' u ' "': '~ ' · - · "" ' "'".' :' + Zonotrictlia'leUcophrys ..... '. --"'.: ' ' .' .: · x- ..- ....' , . .: , x. ·: ..... white-crowned sparrow .. Junco hyemalis · x dark-eyed junco + Sturnella negleeta x western meadowlark + Eupha~us cyanocephalus x x Brewer's blackbird Molot hrus ater x x brown-headed cowbird leterus galbula x northern oriole Icterus cucullatus x hooded oriole FRINGILLIDAE - FINCHES Carpodaeus purpureus x x purple finch Carpodacus mexicanus x x house finch Carduelis pinus x pine siskin Carduelis psaltria x x lesser goldfinch Carduelis tristis x American goldfinch A'18 MAMMALS Southem Parcel Northern Parcel DIDELPHIDAE- NEW WORLD OPOSSUMS Didelphis vir~'iniana x x Virginia opossum ~ORICIDAE - SHREWS ~orex ornstus X X ornate shrew Notiosorex erawfordi x desert sttrew broad-footed mole · VF_.SP~'£TILION1DAE - EVENING BATS Myotis yumanensis x x Yuma myotis Myotis ealifornieus x x California myotis Plpistrellus hesperus x x western pipistrelle Lasiurus borealis x x red bat Lasiurus einereus x x hoary bet ?leeotus townsendii x x Townsend's big-eared bat Antrnzous pallidus x x pallid bat MOLOSSIDAE - FREE-TAILED BATS Tadarida brasiliensis x x Brazilian free-tailed bat A-19 Southern Parcel Northern Palpal LEPOHIDAE - HARES & RABBITS + Slrlvilal~'us audubonii x x desert cottontail Sylvilasrus bachmani x brush rabbit Lepus callfornieus x black-tailed jack rabbit SCIURIDAE - SQUIRRELS + Spermophilus beecheyi x x California ground squirrel GEOMTIDAE - POCKET GOPHERS ' ' ' Tho '0rays' bottae Botta's pocket gopher HETEROM¥1DAE - POCKET MICE & KANGAROO RATS Pero~'nathus californicus x California pocket mouse Peroli'nathus fallax x San Diego pocket mouse Dipodomys a~'ilis x agile kangaroo rat CRICETIDAE - NEW WORLD RATS & MICE Reithrodontomys meii. alotis x x western harvest mouse Peromyscus bo,vlii x brush mouse Peromyscus ealifornicus x California mouse Peromysnus eremieus x cactus mouse Peromyscus maniculatus x x deer mouse Onyehomys torridus x southern grasst~opper mouse Neotoma lepida x x desert woodrat Mlcrotus californicus x California vole A-20 BIO/5180002Dla So~thern Parcel Northern Pareet CAI~_DAE - ~OLVES & FOXES Canis latrans x x coyote + Uroe~on cinereoa~enteus x x ~a~ fox PROCYO~AE - RACCOONS ~ssarisc~ ~tutus x x ~ finE,ail MUSTELIDAE ~- WEASELS, SKUNKS & OTTERS ......... Mustela frenata .:: '.. ...... ~-.. ....... x x ..... long-tailed weasel Spilo~ale g~aeilis x x western spotted skunk Mephitis mephitis x x striped skunk FELIDAE - CATS Fells rufus x x bobcat CERVIDAE - DEERS + Odoeoileus hemionus x x mule deer A-21 Etiws.uda/Day Creek Traffic Noise Impact Study Development of the Etiw~nda/San Sevaine Commuz~ty will add 100,000+ vehicle trips to the regional traffic system. A detailed trs.ffic study has been conducted to determine probable traffic patterns resulting from the buildout of 25 parcels comprising this com~m=~ ~y, including a "pass-through" with typical vehicle mixes, traffic speeds'-~ driving patterns, were uaed to calculate the traffic noise exposure at noise-sensitive receptor sites a~Jacent to the roadway system within and surrounding the ~tiwauda/Day Creek revmous no~se mmpact analyses .conducted 'for other ~omponemts .or-.the-.....':--'~' · master plan area.have been based on the FEWA tre.fficnOise .m~del whi~h'iis'~he; Califorr~a and national standard e.naiysiS Prscedure. This %ra~sportation noise prediction algorithm is technically called the FHWA High~ay Noise Predictiom Model (FEWA-TLD-?7-108). The model w~s modified to include the latest set of] Califormia vehicle noise curves developed by the CalTrans Transportation Laboratory (CALV~NO-85). In order to vsrlfy that the use of the model is appropriate ~o the projec~ area, a brief on-site noise monitoring proghram was conducted on April 13, 1988. Noise measurements along Etiwanda south of EighJLand and on Highland east of Day Creek were made using prescribed Caltrans momitoring protocoli. The moiee model was initiaJ-ized wi%h observed traffic mixes, speeds and roadway geometries. The results of this comparison and csl!bration were as follows: Etiw~nda Rd. - Observed Leq = 61.6 dB Modeled Leq = 64.6 dB Highland Ave. - Observed Leq = 67.0 dB Modeled Leq = 68.8 dB The model was 3.0 and 1.8 ~B ~oo consezvative (over-predictive) in ~he two sites mo~Ltored. Because we could not determine the exact cause for the model's deviation (most other comparisons usually show somewhat better agreement), it was decided to use the model without further modificatiom. comparison does suggest, however, that actual future noise levels may be slightly lower th, n predicted. Table C - Etiwanda/Day Creek Noise Impact Assessment Barrier Height Needed to Meet 65 Ch'EL Standard Link No. No Project With Proj.~ct 2U ' no none · ". :..'" :'"". :: '~.?2D ....... ,none: .. none · . . . ' 3U none none 3D none none 4 none none · 10 none 5.0' 12 none 5.0' 17U none none 17D none none 33D none none 3~ 5.5' 6.0' 35U none none 56 5.5' 7.0' 57 7.5' 8.0' "U" after link number is the uphill (north) side of street, "D" after link number is the dow, b~ll (south) side of street. Note: These values are approximate to the nearest 0.5 foot. Table B - Etiwanda/Day Creek Noise Impact Assessment - No Noise Barrier Set-Back Distance from Centerline Needed ko Meet 65 CNEL S~an~ard Distance to 65 CNEL Link No. No Project With Project Change Due to Proj. t (50' (50' :'' ': .'~Ul;' i.. "i: :-(50''?:'~' -...i(~0,.:' '~::.~-~ ~.:... :~..,.~ .......... '. 2D (50' (50' - 3U (50' (50' - .... 3D .... (50' · ~.. (50' .. ~. .. ..,.~ - , ........ 4 (50' (50' - 10 (50' 59' + 9'* 12 <50' 60' + 10'* 17U <50' <50' - 17D <50' <50' - 33D <50' <50' - 34 77' 102' + 25' 35U <50' <50' - 56 78' 137' + 59' 57 167' 186' + 19' indeterminate, minimum distance of contour expansion "U" after ~_ink number is the uphill (north) side of street, "D" after link number is the downhill (south) side of street. Table A - Etiw~nda/Day Creek Noise Impact Assessment (CNEL a~ 50' from the Roadway Centerlime) Link No. Non-Proj Project Total Non-Proj w/ Proj 1 2700 0 2700 60.69 60.69 2 2520 .2980 .5500. 60.39 ~ 63;78 3 320 29S0 3300 . 51.43'' 61.57 - ' :.~ "- ."' ,'::' :'. :3800!'..:'':I 2 O0 ' ' '5900": .-". '62.18..'. "64.09" .. 10 2244 7256 9500 59,89 66.16 12 2470 7230 '9700 ''60.31 66.25 17 2258 1042 3300 59.92 61.57 33 11733 2467 14200 67.07 67.90 34 14125 7775 21900 . 67.88 69.78 35 1069 1331 2400 56.67 60.18 56 14660 19040 33700 68.04 71.66 57 45472 8128 53600 72.96 73.67 Source: FHWA-RD-77-108, flat terrain assumption between source & receptor. reduced. For simplicity, a 50~ distance from the barrier to the roadway centerline was used for thds calculation. Table C indicates the miuimum barrier height needed to meet the 65 CNEL criterion on a back-yard patio at several distances from the roadway centerline. A gener.l~ mod conclusion fr~m this analysis is that there is no barrie~ required along the upper collector road system, and that a typical 6' high residential ~rime~er privacy w~11 co.fines the 65 CNEL contour ~ithin 50' of the centerline throughout the excess of 6' is aesthetically undesirable in areas of heaviest traffic, then a barrier plus set-back combination should be considered. The barrier/set-back combination requires a 63' set-back plus a 6' wall along the western side off lower Day Creek just north of Highland and an ~6' set-back with the same· W~I] height on the north side of Highland Avenue to meet the 65 Ch'EL standard. Eleven (11) roadway segments covering each east-west and north-south major roadway within and adjacent to the proposed development were analyzed. Er~hibit A shows the link locations where a noise analysis w~s performed. North-south roadways were assumed to be relatively flat along the cross-roadway axis while east-west streets above High.land were assumed to have a slope where uphill and downhill noise propagation patterns were not symmetric. No correction was made for screening effects from the first row of housing in reducing noise exposure at the second row, but such effects may be imoor~m_ut in heavy traffic areas such as along Highland or Day Creek near the ~igh!and intersection. Calculations were performed consistent with the County of San Bernardino noise/land use compatibility Standard of 65 dB CNEL exterior and ~5 dB CNEL interior. Because the project site is within the City of P~ancho Cucamonga sphere of iz~fluence a~dmay Pos~ib!y"be'anneXed in th~.. . future,.. . 'the.. City's noise guidelines were also considered in the analysis. The Noise Element of the General Plan for the City of Rancho Cucamonga specifies a 60 dB Ldn exterior noise exposure for single family residential uses. The Pi-~ug Division of the City's Community Development Department, however, has indicated that the City has standardized i~s noise evaluation procedures to be consistent with other jurisdictions to a 65 CNEL exterior/45 CNEL interior exposure as well. Therefore, the noise analysis structured to County standards meets the City's criteria as well. The results of this analysis are summarized in the attached noise contour distribution tables. Table A shows the noise exposure for a flat terrain assumption for non-project and project traffic. Meeting the 65 CN~-L compatibility c~.terion can be accomplished through either adequate set-back from a given roadway, or through a physical barrier such as a solid wall or earthen berm. Table B shows the result of the set-back analysis indicating the dis~s~uce from the cen~erline to the 65 contour under actual terrain assumptions where partial noise screenJ~ng from slope effects have been included. The terrain effect along the east-west roadways i~ show~ as a "U" on the uphill (north) side of the road, and as a "D" for the downhill (south) side of the roadway. Table B thus indicates the minimum set-back from the roadway centerline for exterior living space required to meet the 65 CNEL exposure criterion. If a privacy wall or other perimeter noise barrier is incorporated into projec~ design, then the miz~imum se~-back distance is substantially )FFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH March 3, 1989 Neal Osborne San Bernardino County 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92415-0182 Subject: Caryn Development Co. University/Crest PUD W121-49 SM# 88082915 ~ar: Mr. Osborne: ~%~e_~Lta,te,~C~,e~arin~J,_.~_~. ~h~s.~..s~titt~. the. abo~,e, named draft Environmental Impact. ~,~ %~-~; r.o se-e~r~o, s~a~e a~encles ~or.revlew. 'The review Perl0d is now clOned - and the c~,,,~.,~ts f~..- the.reSpondin~ agency(les) is(ar~) enCl0sed. 'C~ the enclosed Notice of Completion form you will note that the Clearinghouse has checked the a~encies that have cc~T~snted;'" Please review 'the Notice of C~letion to 'ensure that. your comment package is complete. If the c~nt package is not in order, please notify the State Clearinghouse' immediately. P~member to refer to the project's eight-digit State Clearin~3house number so that w~ ma), respond Please note that Section 21104 of the California Public Resources Code requires "a res[~o~sible a~ency or other public a~ency shall only make substantive. comments regarding those activities involved in a project which are within an ar~a of expertise of the agency or which are required to be carried out or a~roved by the agency." C~-~=ntin~ a~enoies ar~ also required by this section to support their c~a,~nts with specific ~c~ ~u~ntation. /hese c~,,~nts are forwarded for your use in preDarin~ your final EIR. Should you need more informatio~ or clarification, we rec~,,~nd that. you con~ct the col~nting agem:y (ies). This letter acknowledges that you have c~,~lied with the State Clearinghouse review requirements for draft environmental documents, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. Please contact John Keene at 916/445-0613 if you have any questions regarding the envirorm~ntal review process. Sincerely, r~vid C. (Nunenkam9 Chief Office of P~rmit Assistance Enclosures State Clearinghouse Attention John Keene Page 2 March 7, 1989 We would like to be notified of all public hearings on this project andrequest copies of'the final document with an updated traffic study and the Conditions of Approval when they are available. If you have any questions, please contact Richard Malacoff at ATSS 670-4550 or 714-383-4550. Original Signed By G. ~l~al GUY G. VISBAL · Chief, Transpor~ationPla~ing RM:ldb cc: GSmith, Plan Coord Unit, DOTP Terri Eagen, GRC Development Nell Osborne, San Bernardino County Department of Transportation, District 8 (March 7, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1: Exhibit 11 of the Draft EIR illustrates the circulation network in the project environs and the future daily traffic volumes expected under the ultimate development scenario with the construction of the Route 30 Freeway. Based on that scenario, Route 30 is expected to carry between'74,000 and 87,400 vehicles per day in the vicinity of the project. Exhibit 12 in the Draft EIR presents a circulation scenario which does not include the construction of Route 30. Based on the projected trips generated by future development, Highland Avenue is expected to carry between 52,000 and 62,400 vehicles per day in the future if Route 30 is not constructed. The traffic -analysis presented in the Draft EIR (refer to pages 35 through.48) that if planned uses in the' study area are .built and occupied prior to-.the imple- mentation of the Freeway i(i,~e., Route 30)., i~ will be.neces- sary to improve Highland Avenue to..a six-lane, highway with' dual left turn lanes and separate right-turn lanes at inter- sections. Since that time, the firm of Kunzman Associates has prepared a revised traffic study which responds to several comments received from the project planner and from the City of Ran- cho Cucamonga in October, 1988. That study provides updated information regarding trip generation rates and revised all of the future daily traffic volumes for both circulation scenarios (i.e., with and without Route 30). A copy of that report will be forwarded to CalTrans for review and comment. Response to Comment No. 2: Mitigation measure 7 on page 47 of the Draft EIR states: "The project applicant shall participate in the imple- mentation of required regional traffic fmprovements, including the studies necessary to determine the im- provements. Participation can occur in the form of fair share funding, determined by the County of San Bernardino in cooperation with CalTrans." This mitigation measure appears to be consistent with the concern expressed by the CalTrans comment regarding the lack of funds available for infrastructure improvements. ties identified in this comment. Therefore, none were iden- tified to be evaluated in the Draft EIR. The Development Plan document which has been prepared for the Univer- sity/Crest project has included a discussion of infrastruc- ture needs, including those identified in the comment. The Development Plan document should be submitted to the City for review to ensure that any public service and/or facility .~ ....... ~`.~`.~..~.:~mpr~vemen~s~¢t~."be~`pr~v.ided.~by~`t~e~.~i~y.~`~if...~ann~xa~.i~n.~c ....... .., curs) are capable of providing an adequate level of service. State of California Business, Transporta~'ion and Hou~ng Agen, Memorandum To State Clearinghouse Date Office of Planning & Research March 7, 1989 1400 10th Street F~leNo.: Sbd-30-9.46 Sacramento, CA 95814 SCH# 88082915 Attention John Keene From D~ARTMENTOF ~ANSPORTATION .. District 8 Draft Environmental Impact Repor~ for the University Crest Project in the County of San Bernardino We have reviewed the above-mentioned project and are unable to complete our analysis.because the traffic study lacks the o A complete analysis of the project,s effect on the State Highway System with demand mitigations to reduce congestion and facility mitigations to handle the traf: created by this development. o The traffic study should contain two scenerios: one with the assumption that the proposed Route 30 Freeway is completed and the o~her without. It is Caltrans policy to suppor~ economic growth and orderly land use development; however, new development that significantly impacts State highway facilities should have mitigation measures addressed. In view of the fact that Caltrans has no funds available for infrastructure improvements, we recommend that San Bernardino County take the lead in developing a fair-share mechanism in which developers would participate to fund needed improvements to the State Highway System. Ail jurisdictions need to take all measures available to fund improvements and reduce total trips generated. County Agricultural Commissioner to disturb existing soils. A soil disturbance permit is required for areas encompassing one acre or more and a soil erosion plan is required for areas of 15 acres and larger. The following mitigation measures shall be required to en- sure that wind erosion impacts are minimized: a. The applicant shall be required to obtain a permit from the County Agricultural Commissioner. The permit will require that the applicant also pre- pare a dust control plan to ensure that fugitive dust is minimized. This plan shall be prepared for the developing portions· of the entire pro- perty, even though only the southerly portion is within the Resource Conserva~.tion District jurisdic- tion. The dust control'shall plan include require- ments to phase grading, provide landscaping and · ' introduce .soi.l..binde~s%~ as '.~etl.,~s.~other,-means.~o .... · . minimize fugitive dust. This dust control plan shall be approved and enforced by the County Agri- cultural Commissioner. b. Grading shall not occur in advance of construction (i.e., mass grading) to ensure that large graded areas do not become the source of blowsand during high wind conditions. Areas to be graded, as well as the timing of all operations, shall be identif- ied in the dust control plan prepared for the proposed project. c. Grading shall be restricted during high velocity wind conditions in accordance with the require- ments established by the West End Resource Conser- vation District (refer to Section 810.0120 of the San Bernardino County Code (Volume 2). d. Soil binders and stabilizers which are non hazar- dous shall be used. These materials shall be identified in the dust control plan which will be required and approved by the County Agricultural Commissioner. Response to Comment No. 3 (Biological Resources): The loss of the Riversidean sage scrub community will be an unavoidable adverse impact which will not be mitigated. However, is should be noted that the applicant should be required to participate in a program of off-site mitigation (e.g., regional biota bank) which may be developed to pre- serve this significant plant community. Response to Comment No. 4 (Noise): The noise impacts have been previously described in the Response to Comment No. 3 (Noise} for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher. As described in that response and in the Final prepared for the aggregate mining facility, noise impacts along the easterly property boundary (of the mining facil- ity), adjacent to the University/Crest development area, will not be significant.. Further, the County o~ San Bernar- be implemented by the Fourth Street Rock Crusher to ensure that off-site noise levels are reduced to acceptable levels. Response to Comment No. 5 (Land Use): The reduction in density as recommended by the City of Ran- Cho. cucamonga"'will result in a commensurate reductiOn in quanti.~ative impacts. .The most ,significant of these.will be .a reduct~ion in vehicular trips., air emissions, and the gener- ation of raw sewage. As'indicated in this comment, the City · ..has..:.de~ermi.ned.. t~at., the. :most,..apprO.p=iate..density.~which should be applied to the subjec~ property is 2.4 du/ac, yielding a total of 1,011 dwelling units. Based on the City's assessment of environmental constraints, this density is the most appropriate for the site to minimize impacts ~he environment. The discussion of density transfer and need to ensure the preservation of the 675-acre northern element is consistent with the findings made in the Draft FIR. As presented in Table 1 (page 9) of the Draft EIR, a total of 17 dwelling units (i.e., 1 du/40 acres) could be permitted on the 675- acre element. The applicant has proposed to ~rans~er maximum dwelling unit allocation to the southern element. As a result of this proposal, no further development would be permitted on the northern element. The County of San Bernardino, in cooperation with the appropriate public agen- cies (e.g., 'U. S. Forest Service, State Departmen~ of Fish and Game, and University of California) shall ensure that the northern element (associated with the proposed develop- ment) is preserved to serve as an educational, biological and open space amenity. Response to Comment No. 6 (Archaeology and Cultural Re- sources): No response is necessary. Response to Comment No. 7 (Infrastructure): The County of San Bernardino conducted an environmental assessment and initial study. During that preliminary envi- ronmental documents=ion, the County determined that no signi- ficant impacts would occur to =he public services and ~acili- MIKI BRA1-T REVIEW/ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT UNIVERSITY/CREST PROJECT PUD #W121-49 MARCH 1, 1989 PAGE TWO b) The traffic study fails to sufficiently address off-site mitigation measures in the near-term absence of the Route 30 Freeway. Highland Avenue, as well as Sumit and Etiwanda Avenues, will be severely impacted by the development of the University/Crest Project. The £1R acknowledges that significant cumulative traffic impacts will remain after the mitigation measures they propose. This is not acceptable to the City. 3. In the absence of an approved traffic study the City cannot approve of the University/Crest Project. One 'approach would be to assume the worst case, then identify all necessary mitigation ~measures ·both 'On-site'"'(~the 'desig'n"for' Day creek Boulevard, 24th St., Vintage Drive,· etc.) and off-site (the upgrading of other City streets). However, traffic mitigation measures for the entire Etiwanda North area could conceivably involve density limitations. If so, these should be applied uniformly, beginning with this project. 4. The EIR listed only one of the City's Circulation Objectives; encouraging the Route 30 Freeway. The General Plan also lists: a) "Encourage development of improved access to existing freeways to acconmodate projected traffic projections," and b) "Discourage non-local through traffic from traversing the City on collector and local streets" (i.e. Etiwanda and Sunmi t ). 5. Since the project'is within the proposed annexation area, City Standards should be used for internal street design. 6. Portions of the project site drain to Day Creek and portions to Etiwanda Creek. Development approvals must be conditional upon the construction of the appropriate storm drainage facilities in accordance with the respective approved studies. BM:ly City of Rancho Cucamonga (March 2, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1 (Circulation/Transportation): The detailed traffic study prepared by Kunzman Associates (Appendix B) was reviewed for adequacy by the County's Trans- portation Department. According to County staff, the traf- fic analysis adequately addressed the existing and future traffic conditions~ Two future traffic s'cenarios have been evaluated: with and without Route 30 Freeway. That traffic study, dated December 1988, was revised to reflect a higher trip generation rate and address some circulation network changes proposed by the project planner. That revised traf- fic study is attached for review and consideration by the City. As' indicated in a previous response (refer to Fourth Street ...... .. .'.:Rock~Cr~.sher.eo'mment-..No~...~.)~.the.:p.~o~sed~..pro~ect..sha~l.:be .............. evaluated in accordance..with the City's completed traffic model tO .determine. the .specific nature and extent of off- site circulation improvements. If annexed to the City, the project will be subject to all mitigation requirements estab- lished by that model analysis. If.annexation does not oc- cur, the County of San Bernardino shall work in concert with the City of Rancho Cucamonga to determine the most appro- priate mitigation measures, in addition to those identified in the Draft EIR, to ensure that the future circulation network will provide an adequate level of service. The project sponsor shall provide fair-share financing of any future regional (off-site) improvements which will be re- quired. Response to Comment No. 2 (Climate/Air Quality): The 1989 AQMP was adopted on March 17, 1989 by the Air Qual- ity Management District. That document is predicated on the adopted City and County General Plan and other £elevant planning documents (e.g., SCAG growth forecasts, etc.). The proposed project is consistent with the the 1989 AQMP and the growth forecasts for the area. The proposed project will be subject to the short-term and long-term mitigation measures and strategies outlined in the 1989 AQMP; however, non-attainment is projected to continue for many years. The southerly portion of the 425-acre development area is located within the jurisdiction of the West End Resource Conservation District. It is an area determined to be sub- ject to serious and hazardous wind erosion problems which create conditions that affect the health, safety, welfare and property of the residents of the County. Such adverse blowsand conditions exacerbate the particulate problems in the west end of the County. The West End Resource Conser- vation District requires that a permit be granted by the Neal Osborne Draft EIR March 2, 1989 Page 3 The change of Land Use designation from open space to residential use of University owned property which is located directly adjacent to the City limits and to residential development within the City makes sense provided that the northern parcel is preserved as open space. Further, access to the 675 acres is currently by an unimproved trail. Any improvements to access would have an impact on drinking water.supply. To be consistent with.forest service policies for this area access must remain unimproved and must be required as.a mitigation measure. .. · · 6. Archeology and Cultural Resources. This section has been well researched and presentee. City' staff is :particdlarly appreciative of the effort made to identify the source and use of the Etiwanda Cairns. 7. Infrastructure. Only sewer facilities and services are mentioned in the Draft EIR. The EIR should also discuss the availability and adequacy of water supply, elementary schools, high school, parks, police and fire services. Even if these issues have been previously addressed elsewhere to the satisfaction of the County, the information should be s~m~narized in this document. For example, the property is undeveloped and therefore, there is no current water supply. SUP[MARY. The City has serious concerns about the environmental impacts of Traffic/Circulation and about the density of-development. The discussion of these issues in the Draft EIR is inadequate. The City has other concerns about the adequacy of the EIR on wind hazards to structures, unmitigatible biological impacts, potential noise impacts associated with the 4th Street Rock Crusher, and availability of infrastructure. If you have any questions please call Mikt Bratt or myself at {714) 989- 1861. Sincerely, CC)~4UNI_T7 DEV£LOPMEgT DEPARTMENI' ClOy rennet CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA MEMORANDUM DATE: Narch 1, 1989' TO: Miki Bratt, ~sociate Planner FROM: Betty Miller, Assistant Civil Engineer SUBJECT: Review of Environmental Impact Report for University/Crest Project, PUO No. Wlgl-4g Please include the following co~ents in your response to the County of San Bernardino: 1. . The traffic stud?.refetenced.and .included as Appendix B to the Subject reporl~-is Out 'of date. it has beeh reviewed 'by: the City' and revised twice since August 1, 1988. Revisions, to date; have included 'the proposed' street layout used' as a'basis for all the exhibits, the single family residential trip generation rate, and adjustments .to the nmabers .of through travel lanes reconeended on various streets. The internal guidelines for residential streets have also been revised. Of particular interest with respect to environmental impacts is the increase in the average daily traffic (AOT) for the study area. The revised traffic study indicates 26,980 daily vehicular trips for the five zones, which is 32 percent higher than the 20,540 trips stated in the EIR. 2. Even with the revisions made to date, the referenced traffic study is not acceptable to the City (see attached letter, dated 2/3/89). There are at least two key concerns which directly affect the University/Crest Project: a) Day Creek Boulevard is shown as a Major Divided Arterial in the Circulation Element of the City's General Plan, not a Secondary Arterial. The most recent traffic study indicated traffic levels on East Avenue worse than a Level of Service "O" for an undivided secondary arterial street. Upgrading the current designation of East Avenue is not feasible. If the traffic study indicates the need for more than a Secondary Arterial, it must be Day Creek Boulevard. In addition, recent comunications with Caltrans have indicated that intersection spacing on the Route 30 Freeway may be revised. This would place even greater emphasis on Day Creek Boulevard. CITY OF RANCHO March 2, 1989 Neai Osborne County of San Bernardino 385 North Arrowhead, 3rd Floor San Bernardino, CA 92415 SUBJECT: DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL I~ACT REPORT EOR THE UNIVERSITY/CREST PROJECT: PUD NO. W121-49 Dear,Mr. Osborne: .. Thank you for the opportunity to respond to the subject Draft Environmental I~act Report. In most respects the draft EIR is well prepared and very thorough. We continue to have concerns about some items. ~ONCERNS: 1. Circulation~Transportation: The City Engineering Division has major concerns about project related and cumulative traffic impacts traffic which will occur. {See attached memo of Pebruary 28, 19B8). In addition, the Draft EIR must reflect Cal Trans concerns about project impacts on existing Route 30, Highland Avenue. Also, the Draft EIR should discuss the recent federal direction to space freeway offramps at a minimum of two mile intervals. This directive would seriously affect design of the Route 30 Freeway and the design of the City and County circulation system in the area. 2. Climate/Air Quality Air Quality. Adoption of the 1988 Air Quality Management Plan is expected to occur in March 1989. Therefore, references to the 1982 AQMP in the Draft EIR are inadequate. The air quality analysis and recomnended mitigations must reflect the 1988 Climate. The project is located in a high wind area. The EIR ~scusses dust and mitigation measures. The EIR must also discuss wind as a hazard to structures and mitigation measures. Neal Osborne Draft EIR March 2, 1989 Page 2 3. Biological Resources. Preserw~tion of 675 acres of riparian/hillside chaparral plant community is not a mitigation measure for the loss of the Rtversidean sage shrub plant community. This loss of the Riversidean comunity must be listed as an unavoidable loss which cannot be mitigated. 4. Noise. The Draft EIR .does not :tiscuss the noise impacts re--~l~Ted to the 4th Street Rock Crusher project which has been approved by the County adjacent t4~ the project site on the ..... ......... ' .' west. 'Discussion'of mi'tigatidn'ofi :'-"' ...... · ...... to the EIR. ::hese impacts mus't' be added"' $~ La~d Use. "' Change:Of Land·Use·fOr universitY' Property.:'~Under'the City 'General Plan, the University ownea portions of the acreage proposed for development· are'designated as open space. City staff has reviewed the proposed plan and agrees in concept that the open space designation could logically be changed to a single family residential designation in order to reserve more appropriate land for University research purposes. The Draft EIR project proposes 1,293 dwelling units, including a 10% density bonus. Based.on geological constraints such as slope, as well as infrastructure constraints such as traffic and circulation, the City staff supports a maximum density of 2.4 dwelling units per developable acre for a yield of 1,011 units. Please note that the Oraft EIR discussion of the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan designation is based on a maximum density of 4 dwelling units per acre (Table 2, page 33). The actual City General Plan designation is a range of 2-4 dwelling units per acre. The use of a range permits the actual unit count to reflect environmental constraints. The City reconeendatton of 2.4 dwelling units per acre reflects such environmental constraints. The 675 Acre Research Area. A maximum of 17 units would be ail owed on this acreage Dy the County. City staff supports preservation of open space for privately owned enclaves within the National Forest Boundary. City staff therefore supports any mitigation which would guarantee that the 675 acre area will be preserved permanently as open space. Such a mechanism could be a transfer of development rights. Another mechanism could be an outright deed of property to the National Forest. NOISE STUDY UNIvERsITY / CREST PROPERTY NORTH ETi'WANDA / DAY CREEK PLANNING AREA County of San Bernardino, CA For: TH~ REGE~"FS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA T~E CARYN COM~A~ ET1-WANDA HIGHLAND PROPERTIES, LTD. By: HANS D. GIROUX Noise Consultant 26 Sunriver Irvine, CA 92714 Hans D. Giroux Atmospheric Environment Consultm Meteorology * AirQualit~/ · Acoustics/Noise · Airborne Toxics · NuisanceDustZOd~ 1988 Land Pla~ Design Group Attn: Jess Harris 230 Newport Center Drive, Suite 200 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Dear Hr. Harris: As per youm request, I. haveconducted A noise contou~ analysis for t.~e rcad~y system surrounding the U~versity/Canyon Crest property (Etiwa~/Day Ca~yon · .. Development)~. CommunltyNoise Equivalent Lev. els (CNELs)..werecalc,,l~%ed based on 'traffic data contained in a report from Kunzman.& Associates dated December 9, 1987. These levels ~re the '%at. buildout" levels, and include background "pass-through" traffic as wall'as all' trafficfrom the 'completion --~ occupancy of e-ll twenty-five parcels comprising the Etiw~nda/San Sevaine planning area. Terrain effects e.long several ease-west roadways have been explicitly included in the analysis. The minimum se~-back from road~y centerline has been c~lculated at each road~y lin2 in and around the development. Changes in CNEL contou~ location that wou~d result from the use of physical noise abatement measures have also been calculated. T~e results of t~Ls study are attached. Please c, 11 me if you h~ve any questions or comments, or further clarifications of the findings is required. Sincere~y~ ~ Hans D. G Noise Consultant ~ ?-6 Sunriver · Irvine. California 92714 · (714) APPENDIX E ACOUSTICAL ANALYSIS Mr. Steve Kelly - Land/Plan Design Group June 28, 1989 Page 2 In many areas within the site, the shrub cover was far too dense to allow the slender- horned spineflower to exist. Further, there were no broad open sandy areas with the proper amount of organic content and sand particle size preferred by the plant. The soil on the site had a higher organic content than most other alluvial fan scrub habitats that are kndw~i"t°'. support' the contained a large component of silt particles.. MBA's conclusion, based on this evidence as wel~ as the fact that no slender-horned spineflower plants were located during the survey, is that the species does not occur on the project site. Sincerely, MICHAEL BRANDMAN ASSOCIATES, /l~are~ L. Swirsk~ ! Senior Proiect Manager Enclosures: vegetation map KLS:ps/518D006CAS Legend I ~med Areas ~ Riparian ~ Chape~raJ / Di.:~'t:ed ~ ~b Ve~otation Map-S~uthom ~arcel ~ o ,~ ~ Hniversitg/Cre~I ~lannin~ ~rea ~ lation and housing, land use policy and planning, traffic and circulation, noise, vectors, site hazards, and visual resources. Adverse impacts remain to: dust, biota, land use policy, traffic, and aesthetics. These mitigation mea- sures, combined with those which will be implemented with the proposed project, will not only permit the sand and gravel operations but also partially protect existing and future residents in the vicinity of the facility f~om the adverse effects of the mining activities. Finally, a condition of approval will be required to ensure that future owners of dwelling units proposed for the Univer- sity/Crest PUD are made aware of the sand and gravel mine on the adjacent property at the time of purchase. This shall be accomplished through the inclusion of a "white paper" disclosure, a common practice of the Department of Real Estate 'f0~ such .activities. ~n addition,- sales brochures shall be required to.indicate, the location of the. sand and gravel.mine in relation to the. residential, development. Response to Comment No. 3 (Geologic Hazards): As previously indicated, the seismic and geologic hazards associated with the subject property have been addressed in ~ecnnical documentation prepared by Gary S. Rasmussen & Associates. These documents assessed on-site faulting, the soils and geologic conditions and other seismic and engin- eering conditions which affect site development. The docu- mentation prepared by Rasmussen included a subsurface inves- tigation on portions of the property slated for development. These reports have been reviewed by the County Geologist and were determined to be adequate for the level of planning conducted to date. The preliminary geotechnical reports were sent to Mr. John Schlosser at the California Division of Mines and Geology for review subsequent to the £eceipt of this comment (refer to letter dated February 7, 1989 from Fourth Street Rock Crusher). These reports, summarized on page 13 (in Section II, Environmental Setting), are also on file at the County of San Bernardino. ~c~el B~ ~t~ ~vironmcntal K~rch. Plaamng and Pr~n~ · Re~urces Management June 28, 1989 Mr. Steve Kelly Project Manager Land/Plan Design Group 230 Newport Center Drive, Suite.200 Newport Beach, California 92705 " ' Job BIame: University/Crest Planning Area, Etiwanda Purpose: Survey for the slender-horned.spineflower (Centroste~ia lel~toceras) ~ · and vegetation mapping . . · · . . . Physical Description of Location: CA., San Bernardino Co., Etiwanda, between Day and Etiwanda Canyons. T1N. R6W. Seetions 20'&'29.' Elevation ranged from 1,480 to 2,160 feet. Soil ranged from river-rounded rocks and ~ravels, to sandy-gl'avelly, and sandy-silty. Dear Mr. Kelly: I~iologists on the staff of Michael Brandman Associates, Inc. (MBA) surveyed the Day Creek region on June 17, 1989, to map veffetation and to search for the slender- horned spineflower (Centroste~ia leptoceras). The plant community types and boundaries presented on the prior MBA report are oonsistent with the re-survey. Additional ~reas were mapped, as requested (see attached exhibit). The oval-shaped area of disturbance near the south-~entral portion of section 20 is a water treatment plant maintained by the Cucamon~a County Water District (CCWD), 5500 Etiwanda Avenue. The tanks on the plant property are marked clearly on the USGS topographic map, Cucamon~a Peak (~uadrangle, 1966, photorevised 1988; however, the USGS map does not delineate the boundary of the land oeeupied by CCWD. The property was thoroughly searched for the slender-horned spineflower. The species was not located onsite or in the vicinity of the site. Suitable habitat for the spineflower is presently extremely limited on the site. In optimum habitat, the spineflower occurs within the Riverside alluvial fan scrub community, specifically in open, sandy (with no silt), alluvial benches above annually flowing washes. The oruanic content of the sand in which it occurs ranges from completely sandy with no apparent oruanie material, to a level of organic material high enough to slightly darken the soil. It is not found in shade nor in regions of high shrub density; it seems to prefer broad open areas with few other plant species. Common associates include annuals such other species of spineflower (Chorizanthe coriacea and Chorizanthe ealiforniea) intermin~'led with a very low density of non-native grasses such as rat- tail feseue (Vulpia mlmros) and red brome (Bromus rubens). Cor~rate: Carnegie Centre, 2530 Red Hill Avenue. Santa Aha. CA 92705 (714) 250-5555 Fax: 250-5556 DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION A~ri~ 7, 1989 (916) 445-873: Mr. Neal Osborne San Bernardino County Office of Planning Land Management 385 Nor~hArrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92415-0180 Dear Mr. Osborne= Subject: Additional com-ents regarding the Draft EIR for University/Crest PUD, BCiI# SS082915 This letter presents an evaluation by the Department of Conse~vation~s Division of Mines and Geology (DMG) of additional information which has been provided, regarding t-he above project. Thank you for forwarding the Geologic Reports completed by Gary Rasmussen & Associates for the project. DMG~s initial comments on the Draft EIR, contained in our Memorandum. dated March 2, 1989, indicated that certain issues had not been adequately addressed in the Draft EIR. These issues were: 1) the potential loss of mineral resources~ 2) the hazard of strong seismic ground shaking; and, 3) the hazard of surface fault rupture, and 4) the hazard of liquefaction. Upon review of the Geologic Repol-ts for the project, it appears that the geologic hazards noted above have been adequately addressed in the Geologic Reports. Recommendations in the Reports should be followed. We understand from a telephone conversation on April 3rd with the EIR preparer, Mr. Keeton Kreitzer, that gravel mining operations adjacent to the project are not expected to be hampered by proposed residential development of the project site. It was indicated that the County has planned several mitigative measures, including visual and spatial buffers, arrangements for gravel truck traffic, and other measures which will substantially reduce the potential impacts of the gravel operation on future residents of the project. Mr. Keeton also indicated that there would be a recommendation in the Final EIR that future project residents be informed that gravel operations on the adjacent property are expected to continue for many years and that the noise, dust, etc., from those operations could be noticeable at times. Based on this information,, it appears that the issue of Dr. Gordon F. Snow Mr. Neal Osborne March 2, 1989 Page Five Seismic Settlement and Liquefaction .7 ......... . These.ear~hquake~rela~ed-~azards.~e=e no~.ade~uately.addressed..in the Draft EIR. According to the description of geologic materials in the Draft EIR, portions of the site may be susceptible to these hazards. The alluvial materials underlying the sate may be locally loose. The effect of the addition of ~ater from lawn watering, etc., once the project is built, may ~n~ease the potential for l%quefaction. These hazards should be fully addressed prior to pro]ect approve1. If you have any questions regarding..these comments, please contact Zoe McCrea, Division of Mines and Geology Environmental Review Officer, at (916) 322-2562. Dennis/J. O'Bryant Environmental Program Coordinator DJO:JS:efh cc: Zoe McCrea, Division of Mines and Geology John Schlosser, Division of Mines and Geology California Division of Mines and Geology, 1984, Special Report 143, Part VI; Mineral Land Classification of the Greater Los Angeles area, Classification of Sand and Gravel Resource Areas, Claremont-Upland Production-Consumption Region. California Division of Mines and Geology, January 1987, SMARA Designation Report No. 5, Designation of Regionally Significant Construction Aggregate Resource Areas in the Claremont-Upland and San Bernardino Production-Consumption Regions. Department of Conservation - Office of the Director (March 2, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1 (Gene£al Introduction): Several geotechnical studies were submitted to the County Geologist and have been reviewed for their accuracy and adequacy. These studies were· completed by Gary S. Rasmussen & Associates and addressed engineering geology considera- tions affecting the subject property. The County deter- mined, after thorough review of the Rasmussen documentation, that the issues had been adequately addressed and need not be evaluated in the Draft EIR. Similarly, because the site is designated for residential use and not for mineral extrac- tion, .the County did not identify the issue of the possible loss of mineral resources as significant and, therefore, was not included as an issue to be addressed in the Draft EIR. Response to 'Comment No.' 2 (Pot'ential LosS of Mineral Re- The subject property (i.e., 425-acre University/Crest devel- opment area) is not located within a designated mineral resource sector: however, it is located within a classified mineral resource sector. This area is located adjacent to a designated MRZ-2 zone. The adjacent property has received approval for a mining activity by the County (i.e., Fourth Street Rock Crusher). Although the approval of that facil- ity was appealed ~y the City of Rancho Cucamonga, the Super- ior Court and Appealate Court upheld that approval and the Fourth Street Rock Crusher will begin operation in the near future. Therefore, that "regionally significant" resource, as identified by the Division of Mines and Geology, will not be los~. The subject property does have =he potential for resource production. Based on information obtained from the County of San Bernardino, the 425-acre site could yield significant quanti~ies of aggregate resources. The conversion of the site to residential development will result in the loss of this potential resource. These impacts, as previously indi- cated, are considered to be significant, both locally and regionally. However, it may be possible to offset some of the local impacts by utilizing on-site aggregate resources, if possible, as construction materials for the proposed project. Although potential land use conflicts will occur, the County, in its approval of that mining activity, required several mitigation measures to be incorporated to ensure that such potential conflicts (e.g., noise, dust, nuisance, aesthetics, etc.) would be minimized. Forty mitigation measures are required for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher facility to address air quality, biological resources, popu- Mr. Neal Osborne April 7, 1989 Page Two possible loss of mineral resources due to potential land-use conflicts between the proposed project and the adjacent gravel · operations has been adequately addressed by the County. The measures proposed to' mitigate the potantial land-use conflicts associated with the proposed project should be included in the Final EIR. If you have any questions regarding ti~ese comments, please contact Zoe McCrea, Division of Mines and Geology Environmental .... Review~Officer~'at-(916) 322-2562~ .................... · ', ... .Sincerely, Dennis'J. O'Bryant Environmental Program Coordinator DJo:JS:efh cc: David C. Nunenkamp, Governor's Office of Planning and Research Zoe MCCrea, Division of Mines and Geology John Schlosser, Division of Mines and Geology Dr. Gordon F. Snow Mr. Neal Osborne March 2, 1989 Page Four sector. The study should specifically address the issues listed in SF~%RA Sections 2762 and 2763. f ...... We.recommend that the Final EIR or =ne proposec pro~ect conta, lna d~scussion of the mineral r.esource p.o_tential .of .~he proDec~ site. This discussion should _-~ ~.w~ un_.nne ~oc.al aha .regional aggregate resource supplies, anu aaaress =ne cumu~ative impacts that this 'project and similar development.s will have on the long and shoz~c-term supply of locally-avaLlable mineral resources in the area. GEOLOGI~ .. Strona Seismic Ground Shaki~q.. .... The site will be subject to very strong ground shaking from earthquakes occurring on any of the numerous active faults in the site vicinity. Areas close to the San Fernando fault which rup=ured in 1971 experienced very high ground accelerations, approaching lg locally. Similar ground accelerations can be expected at the project site in the event of a strong earthquake on the Cucamonga or Red Hill fault. Ground motions.could'exceed Uniform Building Code (UBC) criteria for design of earthquake- resistant structures, causing damage to even "well built" structures. Expected values of ground motion at the site should be determined, including peak horizontal acceleration, peak velocity, duration of strong shaking, and predominant period of shaking. These parameters could then be used to evaluate the adequacy of cul-rent building codes for site structures. The county may wish to consider implementing structure design and construction measures beyond the minimum prescribed in UBC. Surface Fault Runtur~ The Red Hill fault crosses the site.' The northeastern pol-tion of the fault has surface expression, and offsets Holocene (11,000 years old or less) deposits. This portion of the fault is within an Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone (A-P Zone). To the southwest of the A-P Zone, including the portion of the fault which crosses the site, the fault is buried. There is no surface expression and, consequently, the fault was not included in the A-P Zone. There is no clear evidence indicating the southwestern portion of the fault is inactive, and, on the contrary, there is strong reason to believe the active portion of the fault does not stop at the A-P Zone boundary. There is the possibility of surface fault rupture on the site. The impacts of this hazard and any possible mitigations should be included in the Final EIR. Dr. Gordon F. Snow Mr. Neal Osborne March 2, 1989 Page Three availability of the resource. A valuable resource could be lost ~? t_.he local construction industry, which would be costly and ulfflcult to replace. Potential land,use conflicts should.be addressed..now as par~ of the California Environmental Qualaty Act (CEQA) process. There ~a¥ be certain mitigation measures which would a%low aggregate manang on Flood Control Distract property, and resadent%al development of at least part of t. he presently- ~roposed pro3ect site. Examples of possible mitigation measures anclude the use of landscaping and varaous types of land-use buffers to lessen mining impacts on residential areas. e issue of lead agency responsibility,' vis-a~vis Compliance }_t~S.MA~_'._sh°uld.-also be. addressed .as. part of the CEQA process. ~c=lon 276z of SFu~RA states that within twelve (12) months of the.desi.g~.ation of an area-of regional significance within its j~rasdictaon, the lead agency (City or County) shall establish ~neral resource management policies to be incorporated within its General Plan. Themineral resource ~nagement policies should~ among other thingS, assist in managing land uses which affect the areas of regional significance, and emphasize conservation and development of the mineral deposits. Section 2763 of SF~ states that lead agency land-use decisions i~v~v~ng.areas designated as being of regional significance snal£ be an accordance with t-he lead agency's mineral resource management, policies. Land-use decisions shall consider ~he ampoz~cance of t~.ese minerals to their market region whole, not Just their Importance to the lead agency's area ~ a jurisdiction. The value of the mineral resource should be balanced against alternative land uses. The project site and the adjacent mineral resource sector are currently within unincorporated land within San ~ernardino County. We understand that the county has mineral resource management policies regarding the mineral resource sector. The Draft EIR indicates 'that if the project is approved, the project site will be annexed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga, while the mineral resource sector will remain in County jurisdiction. It is our Understanding that the City does not presently have mineral resource management policies in its General Plan. There appears to be the potential for conflicts in land-use policies affecting the project site. These conflicts should be addressed before the project is approved. Land-use decisions made during this EIR process have the potential for impacting mineral resource availability. Therefore, the County should, as part of the current EIR process, address mineral resource availability and future land-use management decisions related to the designated mineral resource ' Dr. Gordon F. Snow Mr. Neal Osborne March 2, 1989 Page Two in the land-use planning decisions of the City. The potential 1.DSS of mineral resources due to incompatible land uses is a ~.~R~.~..ificant impact which has not been addressed in this Draft ...... -'- The 'Draft: '-EIR "states .that"th-e proj e~t "is 'a~j'a~eh~- ~0 "'th6"4t~ ..... Street Roc.k Crusher., but no other discussion of mineral ~esources .~s gi. ven. DHG publications (see References below) show ~-e. prope~zy. . a.ajacent ~o the west bcrder of the pro'ect3 to be a ~des~?l. ate.d. ~neral resource nsectc..~-. DHG Special Repo~-C 143 o_e.~c_.~es ~n.e seC.~or as containing s~n£ficant quantities of high ........ ~u_.~_L~Y ..c0~c~,.~p~ agg~e~ateo . .T. he!. Repo~'C deter~Lned .that .the . ,~.~e~on~ up,and l~oduction-Consu~p~ ion ~P-C~ Re~ion '.wh nc~udes the project site~ does not ~ave enough ag~e~ate ..... '". .... resources"tO'meet:' 'proj-ec~ed: de-ana. f~r:.'the' .~e~t-: fif~-~ears ~ .' fact, .-P~esently~.pe~m£==ed. aggregate ;m£n~ng ~opez~=ions An the' P~C.', Region a~e only expected to meet dem~nd until the late 1990s. Options for meeting the d~and after that time are: 1) allow aggregate mining operations in new areas~ 2) allow expansion of present mining: operations? or 3 ) .impo~t aggregate · from su~ounding P-C Regions. However, DHG s~udies show ~a~ ~e su~o~dln~ P-C Re~ions will no~ even be ~le ~o ~ee~ ~ei~ aggregate d~ands for ~e ne~ fifty years. ~e S~a~e Hining and Geolo~ Board has~ ~erefore, desi~a~ed ~e ~iner~l reso~ce sector as being a ~ine~al deposi~ of regional si~ific~ce. Special Repo~ 14~ contains a ~ore complete description of ~e sector. ~t ~lso e~lains ho~ and why ~ine~l ~eso~ce are desire=ed, and what su~ a desi~ation ~eans. ~ased on dis~ssions wi~ Co~y Pla~ing s~ff, we ~de~s~and ~a~ ~e ~ine~al ~eso~ce sector adjacent. ~o ~e p~oposed projec~ is o~ed by ~e San Be~ardino Co~y Flood Control The p~ope~y is c~en~y ~developed~ &nd is ~sed fo~ con~o~ and ~o~d wa~e~ re~e. ~e Dis~ic~ also plans allow a~e~a~e min~g on ~e prope~y, and has leased ~e p~ope~y ~o a ~ining company (4~ S~ee~ Rock C~sher) for pu~ose. No minin~ opera~ions have be~ s~a~ed on ~e District's prope~y as yet. ~ere has been opposition ~o ~e proposed ag~ega~e ~ining operation~ ~d ~e issue is in litigation 'a~ ~is ~e. The residential development proposed by ~is proje~ is a l~d use whi~ is i~erently incompa=~le wi~ ag~egate mining. Noise, d~, increased t~ck traffic, and visual ~pa~s are aspens of ag~egate m~ing opera=ions which usually m~e it incompat~le wi~ residential land uses. O~ conce~ is ~at, if residential development is pe~it=ed adjacent to ~e proposed mining opera=ion, furze l~d-use conflicts ~y ~pa~ ~e furze ~tate of CQiH~-nm THE RF-SOURC~ AC~;~"~y Of: CALJ Mernoranc um To : Dr. Gordon F. Snow Da~ : March 2, 1989 Assistant Secretary for Resources Sub~: Draft Enviro~uae~ Mr. Neal Osborne Impact Report (~ San Bernardino County Office of Planning for the Univers/ 385 N. Arrowhead Avenue Crest Project, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0182 P~u# W121-49, ~ : ~)ep4,nment of Comem,t~o,~Off~ ef th, Di,,c~' ...... Sca# 8808z~3.s The Department of Conservation's Division of Mines and Geology (DMG) has reviewed the Draft EIR for the University/Crest ..Project. On February 15th'~ 'a DMG .s~aff m-~her also visited project site and the San Bernardino Cotmty Planning office to .: dSscuss ~he project with. Plannin~ staff members..We have the · ' .... foil:owing' commen~,' '~' :: "" '"~ ~'. ~'''~ ' '~ ". '- ................. "' ' · :-.' our primary concerns regarding .thei~roposed project are: 1) the impact which-the proposed project may have on future mineral resource availability; and 2) the potential impacts on the project from geologic hazards present:at the:site. These concerns were not adequately addressed in the Draft EIR, and discussed in more detail below.' It was determined by San Bernardino County prior to preparation of the Draft EIR that no significant impacts from geologic hazards were anticipated. Consequently, these hazards were not' addressed in the Draft EIR, although they were briefly described in the "Environmental Setting" section. The Draft EIR mentions that "engineering geology feasibility and subsurface investiga- tions,, were conducted on the project site. The reports for these investigations were not included with the Draft EIR for our review, and s~m~aries of the results of the investigations in the Draft EIR are brief and incomplete. We are, therefore, unable to comment on the adequacy of the geotec, hnical study for t_his project. The Draft EIR did not discuss potential impacts~ site geologic hazards or..t~.e p~ssible loss of mineral r~~ nor did it propose any mitigations for these potential ~acts~ We, therefore, find this Draft EIR to be inadequate. ~ Under authority of the State Surface Mining ~nd Reclama~na~J~~OL~ of 1975 (SMARA), th? .D?pa.rtment of Conservatlon is autho~d, _ among other responszbzlitzes, to classify specified lands~ State according to the pre~ence of sz~zfic}n~ ~ineral deposl~ The primary objective of mzneral land classzfzcation is to ens{ that the mineral potential of land is recognized and considered before land-use decisions that could preclude mining are made. This mineral-land classification infonation should be considered As indicated above, the proposed University/Crest project shall be subject to the findings of the City's traffic model after the site has been annexed into the City. Annexation has been requested and is expected to occur in 1990. Future off-site roadway and circulation needs shall be determined for the City based on future traffic projections and the City's model. The project sponsor shall participate in any funding requirements or other mitigation fees determined to be necessary'to implement those circulation improvements to · ensure that the circulation system can provide an adequate level of service in the area. Response to Comment No. 5 (Charley Regional Park): ..... ~Xhib.~,t.:. ~]~..,.~gnD~ngd ~n :.~.... ~ra~... ~I.%~ ~s. ba~d., O~ .=he .... City's adopted General. Plan Land Use Element. That adopted plan reflects the regional park designation as identified .... above.' Although;'the. Four=h-~Street. Rock Crusher. fac~lity.~was.. . approved, ~the .City has-'not, deleted the.regional..park desig- nation from the Laad Use Element. The City views the sand and gravel mining operation as an interim use. .At such time as reclamation of the site occurs, the intent of the City is to implement the regional park as identified on. Exhibit 17 in ~he Draft EIR. (As indicated in the Final EIR for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher, the City of Rancho Cucamonga City Council had adopted a policy to oppose the development of sand and gravel development in the Day Creek spreading grounds.) Response to Comment No. 6 (Conclusion): The concerns which have been identified in this comment have been addressed in the previous responses and those received from other agencies. Finally, a mitigation measure contained in the Fourth Street Rock Crusher project EIR requires funding for noise atten- uation if a valid noise complaint is filed (validity to be determined by San Bernardino County Environmental Health Services Department. Response to.Comment No. 4 (Transportation/Traffic and Circu- lation): The City of Rancho Cucamonga has retained the firm of Austin- Fount Associates, Inc., to develop a City-wide traffic model. Once completed, the model will be used by the City to determine the circulation needs for the area. That study ' ...i.s.no~ scheduled.to, be completed~until .Sep:ember.1989.. At that time, it will be possible to determine the nature " ' - 'and .extent' of off'site .roadway .improvementS. Which .will. be necessary. Traffic.and circulation,impacts'associated with ....... . -.fu,ture development..occurring i.n. the,:Ci~Y. -or..~.its -sphere. of · influence, including that proposed with the University/Crest project, will be evaluated by that model. The locations, sizes, and intersection geometrics will 'be determined once the project-related trips have been assessed. A study has also been prepared by DKS Associates which anal- yzed several alternative circulation scenarios for the North Etiwanda Study Area. That study, submitted to the County of San Bernardino an'd the City of Rancho Cucamonga, evaluated the impact of future development in North Etiwanda.and iden- tified roadway and intersection improvements which would be needed with and without east-west connectors (e.g., Wilson Street/24th Street, Banyon Street, etc.), the construction of the SR 30 Freeway, and other master planned arterials. For each development and circulation alternative scenario, several mitigation measures will be necessitated. Although the method of funding for these improvements has not been determined, it would appear that individual project propo- nents/developers will be required to participate in a "fair- share" program to fund circulation improvements. Timing of the recommended circulation and intersection improvements will be predicated on the phasing of development in the North Etiwanda Study Area. Although the San Bernardino County Transportation Department has determined that the traffic analysis prepared for the University/Crest Planned Development is adequate, that agency has recommended that further evaluation, if deter- mined necessary by the City of Rancho Cucamonga, should be undertaken to ensure that all traffic and circulation im- pacts anticipated in the City will be addressed and ade- quately mitigated in accordance with the final recommenda- tions which will be made when the City's traffic model and analysis are completed in September. Based on the acoustical analysis conducted for the Fourth Street Rock Crusher EIR, noise generated at that site will not significantly impact the proposed residential property. According to the Final EIR (SCH No. 85052705) prepared for that facility, the noise levels projected to occur at the easterly property boundary (i.e., west boundary of the sub- ject property) of the approved aggregate facility are identi- fied.below. Noise Source East Property Line Aggregate processing plant 54 dB(A) Skip-loaders 61 dB(A) Concrete batch plant 55 dB(A) The phasing plan identified for the. Fourth Street Rock ct.uSher facility %~c.ludes,'exca'va~i0n. 0f-a below-grad,'perma- nent processing plant site in 'the center of that property. and north of the processing plant, respectively. 'The final phase of. plant operations will involve the excavation and reclamation of the remaining unmined areas adjacent to the processing plant site. According to the phasing plan, an average of about 10 acres per year would be mined at any given time. Based on information contained in the Final EIR, by the time the skip-loaders reach the outer limits of the property, the processing plant and concrete and asphalt batch plants would be 40 feet below surface grade which would provide acous- tical shielding so that the noise levels identified above for the fixed noise sources would be at least 10 dB less. Also, the on-going excavation would result in perimeter berming of the site so that the skip-loaders will most like- ly be acoustically shielded from observers at the property line. The mitigation measures recommended in this comment (e.g., a six-foot high block wall or earthern berm along the western edge of the proposed residential development and the prepar- ation of design guidelines for a "buffer" area along the property's westerly boundary) shall be included in the final design of the University/Crest PUD as a condition of ap- proval. Although located within an area which may contain similar aggregate resources as the Day Creek property, it was not officially designated as such by the State or County. The State Mining and Geology Board has identified the sector within which the subject property is located as a "...min- eral deposit of regional significance". Therefore, the development of the University/Crest site would eliminate the potential usage of aggregate resources which would consti- tute a significant impact. This is true because CDMG stu- dies have indicated that Claremont-Upland Production Con- sumption (P-C) Region and other surrounding regions do not have adequate aggregate resources to meet projected demands. ..Therefore,. 'elimination ~of -.the.~ 425~acre ,University/Crest. property as a potential source of aggregate in the P-C Re- gion is considered a significant adverse effect by the 'State. · .. .. The Draft EIR was~distributed, by the State Clearinghouse and a copy was sent to the Department of Conservation (Division of Mines and Geology) for review and comment.: A comment letter was received from the Department of Conservation (dated March 2, t989}. Mr. John Schlosser of the Division of Mines and Geology was contacted and provided information regarding the potential effects of project implementation on the Fourth Street Rock Crusher facility and other potential mineral resources in the area. Based on the discussion with Mr. Schlosser, the 'potential'adverse land use implications and loss of a potential mining resources will not be signi- ficant, based on the mitigation measures which will be re- quired in Doth projects. As indicated in a subsequent let- ter dated April 7, 1989 from Mr. Schlosser of the Division of Mines and Geology, the issue of the possible loss of mineral resources due to potential land use conflicts be- tween the proposed project and the adjacent gravel opera- tions had been adequately addressed through the mitigation measures identified in the EIR. These measures include visual and spatial buffers, arrangements for gravel truck traffic, and other measures which will substantially reduce the potential impacts of the gravel operations on future residents of the project. Response to Comment No. 3 (Noise): The 425-acre site proposed for development is comprised of two ownerships: 175 acres are owned by the University of California and 250 acres are owned by the Caryn Company. The 175-acre University-owned property is the subject of a land transfer. The University of California is in the pro- cess of transferring ownership of their portion of this parcel for the 675-acre Etiwanda Highlands property to the north. The 675-acre property will become a part of the University's Natural Reserve System and will be preserved as natural open space. Fourth street Rock Crusher (February 7, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1 (Adjacent Land Use): The Fourth Street Rock Crusher Co. sand and gravel mine was approved by the County of San Bernardino Board of Super- visors in August 1986. This facility is located immediately adjacent to the proposed University/Crest PUD, west Of the subject· property in Day Creek. The access .road to this facility is approximately 500 feet from the subject proper- ty. In an attempt to ensure compatibility with the surround- ing land uses, the County of San Bernardino has placed 76 conditions of approval on that facility and its operations, including those related to noise, air quality, traffic and circulation, site hazards, visual resources, and land use. These~ .mit~pation.. meaSdres/~nditi.Ons,.,:of~,appr, Oval.~.inCtu.de landscape planting to provide buffers between adjacent land uses.. (i~cluding~ .the.:~proposed. project).,-. ~rectamation.plans,. < tr. uck transportation routes, and_other measures to-minimize the potential impacts to the surrounding adjacent proper- ties. Similarly, the developer of the proposed University/Crest PUD has also recognized the need to provide landscaping in order to minimize the potential impacts resulting from the adjacent mining operation. In. addition to the landscaping, these mitigation measures include such features as setbacks, walls and wall/berm combinations. The conditions of ap- proval placed on the mining operation will partially reduce the noise, air quality and other impacts associated with the Fourth Street Rock Crusher. Impacts are still significant as identified in the Fourth Street Rock Crusher FEIR (SCH NO. 85052705, Day Creek Sand and Gravel Mining Operation and Reclamation Plan). Response to Comment No. 2 (Mineral Resources): Designation of a MRZ-2 Overlay Zone for the Day Creek flood control property (i.e., Fou£th Street Rock C£ushar) does not preclude residential development on the adjacent Univer- sity/Crest property. As indicated in the Draft EIR (refer to pages 83-101), the 425-acre development area of the Uni- versity/Crest PUD is designated as RES-2 and RES-3 (i.e., 2 and 3 du/ac) on the County's Consolidated General Plan Land Use Element. The value of the sand and gravel resources has been recognized by both the State and County as evidenced by the aforementioned designation. In order to achieve compat- ibility between the two potentially incompatible land uses, the project sponsor will be required to meet the require- ments established by the Community Design Element of the West Valley Foothills Community Plan. The Plan standards address infrastructure, site design and building placement, landscaping requirements, utilities, and screening and edge treatments. Ehvlronmental Analysis Team Mr. Neal Osborne, Environmental Analyst February 7, 1989 · Page Five only do we have an obligation to operate responsibly, but also those who seek approval of sensitive land uses adjacent to an approved mining operation must plan responsibly to minimize the potential for land use conflicts. It is essential that :he Universi~y/Cre.s.~ Proj.~q~ re~09niz~ this obligation. Again, thank-you for allowing our input on this mat~er. Pi~ase provid~ ' us with a copy of the Final EIR or any subsequent draft documents as they become available. Sincerely, FOOR~ 'S'~.~r RO~ "C~'~S~'~.~'" '" ........ ' .... H. Norman Johnso~ Jr. President HNJ,jr/djr En~ronmennai An=lysis Team Mr. ~eai Osoorne, Environmental Analyst FeDrua2f 7, 1989 Page Four W¢ a£~ uquaiiy concerned that the traffic analysis for the proposud project shown in ExhiDits 11 and 12, representing scenarios ~ith and without the Route 30 freeway, includes some 16,100 vchicle trips per day using Wilsc:n and Banyan, and the unnamed no£therly connection across the mine site, including som~ 3,000 vehicle trips par day of thrcugh traffic on Wilson =nd Banyan. -Because .these roadways do not yet. exist, and are unplanned, their implementation has not been initiated and it is likeiy that only one, not all three of these costly links, would ever be completed. The traffic analysis:, substantially understates the project's i~pacts upon Day Creek, Highland, and Route 30 by many thousands of vehicle tl:'ips. This analysis snould be revised to include two new scenarios, one with only one c£ossing and the second with no.c~onsing'-of the Ftood.. ": .... Control property. Only then will the full extent of.the: traffic impact of. the.University/Crest, project ~e.k.nown.. A.~evision ;of ~ne traffic analysis will also require revisions.of the air : quality and noise analyses to determine if the redirected tr~ps ;.;iil trigger a need for addi~iOhal'm~ti~at'ioh ~e~'u~'~s]::''' : ' " CHAFFEY REGIONAL PARK It is interesting to no~e that Exhibit 17 of the EIR shows Charley Regional Park as including the entire mine site. Several years ago the County Flood Control District requested that %he City remove this designazion from their property. The response from City staff at the time was that they had not acted ~o do so. It seems %hat this remains the case to date. CONCLUSION The University/Cres~ EIR displays some very s~rious shortcomings. it doe~ not clearly indicate the project's proximity to a County approved sand and gravel mine. It does not indicate the presence of State-designated important mineral resources in the immediate area, or the existence of usable sand and gravel reseurces on the project site. It does not include appropriate minima:ion measures to enhance land use compatibility between the adjacent mining activity and the proposed residential uses, such as a block wall or berm along the western edge of the project to compensate for the future removal of existing harms by County Flood Control. It assumes that several east-west roadways will be built across the approved mine site, roads which either have not been included in any plans or implementation programs or which appear to be unfeasible. Finally, it understates project generated traffic volumes in Day Creek, Highland, and Route 30, and, in turn, may also understate ~raffic noise and air quality impacts. Fourth Street Rock Crusher appreciates the opportunity to commenz upon this EIR. In order to continue to provide the regien with ~eeded aggregate materials for the benefit of area residents and the local economy in general, we seek ways to minimize any conflic%s wich adjacent land uses. However, not Envi£onmental Analysis Team ~.lr. ~=1 Osborne, EnvicDnmental Analyst February 7, 1389 Page Three l=boratories' for leaching and research in the natural sciences, not only by the University of California, but by students and facul~y from other institutions of higher education." According to Feb£uary 13, 1986 correspondence from J. Roger Samuelson, Direcaor of the Natural Reserve System, this property "was given ~o the University some years ago with the provision that either it be used as u natural reserve or be sold for the exclusive Denefi~ ~f the Natural Reserve System." Given the ~Dove information, the Day Creek project was assessed to have no adverse noise impact to existing or proposed residential development ~o..the. Eas~.~.~ ..... :. ~.. . . . To.prevent any.nuisance noise, impact to proposed residential uses as a result of intermittent skip louder'operation on.the. SaStern edge of 'the app~0v'ed' D&y Creek mine site,'and to 'guard '=~'a'in~st the ~sidentia~Pr'~'ject"be'coming an'en'c£oachm~nt upon the mining ~peration, placement of a six foot block wall or ear,hen berm ~long the western edge of ~he proposed residential deveicpment is advised as a mitigation measure. Design ~uidelines for this buffer should be prepared. It should be noted, however, that operation of skip loaders approximately three-hundred to five-hundred feet from the rear yards of the proposed d~velopment will occur only when the eastern edge cf each phase of the mine is excavated and will exceed standards only until the excavation reaches approximately ten feet below ~rade. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC AND CIRCULATION At fha time of ~he approval of the Day Creek project, the Circulation Plan of the City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan did not include the extensions of Banyan, Wilson, or any more northerly east-west link across the mine site. The exhibic in %he EIR reflects a different circulation plan which shows Wilson ~nding in a proposed, expanded Chaffey Regional Park, a new extension of Banyan across the Flood Control proper~y, and a direct connection of Day Creek with 24th Street. A more northerly link is not included in the plan. Fourth Street Rock Crusher was not made aware of these amendments to the City's General Plan Circulation Element. The conditions of approval for the Day Creek project included a requirement for providing £ight-of-way with adequate grades for the extension of 24th Street/Wilson or some other acceptable east-west right-of-way, should it become necessary to provide access to residential development in the project vicinity. This is not foreseen as feasible in the central part of the mine area or possibly at its northerly boundary. It is not considered to be feasible at the iucation of the Banyan extension, since this alignment directly crosses the truck access route for the mine, and if not Grade- separated, would result in traffic conflicts between autos and trucks. £nvlronmen~al Analysis Team Mr. Neal Osborne, EnvirDnmentai Analyst Feoru=£f 7, 1989 Pa~e Two These re.ferences appear to downplay the proximity of the approved mining activity. The concern of Fourth Street Rock Crusher is that the developers give proper consideration to the adjacency of their pro3ect to the Day Creek mine, consistent with the County's prior approval. MINERAL RESOURCES Residential development plans must recognize the fact that the University/C~st 'project is directly adjacent to a State of California designated Mineral Resource Zone (MRZ-2). This fact is not indicated anywhere in the £IR. Because of its adjacency to an MRZ-2 zone, the proposed project should include design.. Guidelines to address this fact. The West Valley Community Plan recognizes the importance of mineral resource.deposits and states 'in Chapter 5 that "mi. neral resource, extraction is essential to the economic well-being of the County and. s~gnificant mineral deposits exist". This provision of ~he Plan is not addressed in the EIR, nor is the Plan's policy to "limit industrial use to mineral extraction within flood control basins and ozher areas having significant mineral deposits." Although ~he proposed University/Crest development site was not included within the State-designated MRZ-2 zone, the geology of ~he proposed development site is similar to the Day Creek site and also contains useful aggregate resources. Development of ~ne site for urban use would result in an essentially irretrievable loss of these resources. This fact is also ~nno~ed in ~he EIR. Msr~ s~Gn~ficantly, the EIR's Notice of Preparation does not u~ference the proposed development's proximity to an approved sand and gravel mine, nor does it reference the site's adjacency %& a S~ate-designated area of Regionally Significant Construction Aggregane Resources, or the presence of usable aggregate resources on the site. As a result, the Notice of Preparation was not circulated to the State Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology. This represents a serious flaw in project processing and leads to the question of whether or not the Division of Mines and Geology has seen the Drafn EIR in order to comment upon the project's relationship to approved and prospective mining activity. If the EIR did not receive such circulation, it should be re~irculated to allow the required forty-five day review from the Division's staff. NOISE At the time of the 1986 approval of the Day Creek mining operation, there were no residential tracts proposed for the area directly East of Day Creek. The land to the East, under the ownership of the University of California, was a part of the University's Natural Reserve System - "one of twenty-six sites CC: ~ed Hip_shaw Keeton Kr~itzer. Env. Perspecti% FOURTH STREET ROCK CRUSHER Steve Kelly, Land Plan , H. NORMAN JOHNSON, JR. PRESIDENT READY MIXED CONCRETE · GRADED ROCK & SAND PRODUCTS ...... o J r..":. "· :!;'..:7 February ?, 1989 Environmental Analysis Team Office of Planning Land Management Department 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, California 92415-0180 Attention: Mr. Neal Osburn~, Environmental Analyst RE: EIR on the. Caryn Development Company's University/Crest Planned Unit Development Dear Mr. Osborne: This letter is to express ;he concerns of Fourth Street Rock Crusher regarding the Caryn Development Company project which has been proposed adjacent to our Day Creek sand and gravel mine site. The Day Creek mining project was approved by the San Be£nardino Board of Supervisors in August of 1986. It should be noted that this mining project is currently under litigation and a decision on the appeal is forthcoming during the next few months. A prior ruling of the Superior Cou~t of California was very strongly in favor of the Day Creek mining project's implementation. To quote from the conclusion of ~he ruling dated June 26, i987, "For the various reasons discusse~ above, this court has concluded that no legal grounds exist to support ~he grantinU of relief sought by petitioners. It is anticipated that ~he County's decision-making process on the mining project will be similarly justified a~ the Appeals Court level. ADJACENT LAND USE Given the County's prior approval of Fourth Street Rock Crusher's mining project, it was surprising to us tha~ the Day Creek mining project site was not indicated as an approved land use on any of the exhibits in the University/Crest EIR. The mine is mentioned only four times in the entire EIR, and only in the air quality section is the proper name of the company used. UNIYERSITY/CREST PLANNED DEYELOPMENT COMMENTS SECTION NOTES A total of six (6) letters was rec~ived commenting on the Draft Environmental Impact Report prepared for the Univer- sity/Crest Planned Development. A complete list of agen- cies, organizations and/or persons commenting on the Draft EIR is presented in this appendix. All letters.received have been reviewed and substantive comments have been identi- fied and a response prepared for each. This appendix in- cludes a copy of each of the letters received during the public review period, followed by the appropriate responses. The agencies/organizations/persons commenting on the Draft EIR include: Fourth Street Rock Crusher (Mr. H. Norman Johnson, Jr.) California Department of Conservation (Mr. Dennis J. O'Bryant) City of Rancho Cucamonga (Mr. Brad Bullet) California Department of Transportation (Mr. Guy G. Visbal) California Department of Water Resources (Mr. Charles R. White) United States Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers (Mr. Robert S. Joe) Stat~ of The Re~ourcm &get Memorandum To 1. Goz~on F. Snow, Ph.D. Assistant Secretmr%, for Resources 2. County of San Bernsrdino 385 N. A~rowhesd Ave. San Bemnsmd/no, CA 92415-0182 Attention: Neel Osborne From Los Angeles, CA 90055 Sub~, EIR for Caren Development Co. Unive~sity/Crest PUD W121-~9, S~H #8~082915 . your subject 4ocument .h~s been reviewed by .our.Dep~ment .of: Water. Resouz~es staff. Recommendations, ss they ~elate to water conservation .and £1ood prevention, e--e a~teched. · ' ' · ' ' After reviewing your repOrt, we also wOuld i/kc to ~ecommend that' you further consider implement/ng a comprehensive p=o~sm to use ~ecls.imed water for irrigation puzTooses .in order to f~ee f~esh water supplies for beneficial uses requiring b_iEh quality water supplies. For further info~mation, you may wish to contact John Psriewsk/ at (213) 620-3951. Thank you for the op~ortun/ty to review and comment on th. ts Sincerely, Chs.eles R. White, P1 m, mi.r~ Branch Southern District Attachments OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH ~o r~,~TH STY, I~T ~ · ~,,,~o. ~ ,~,, ~H~2 l? ~.':Ill: 25 March 13, 1989 Neal Osborne San Bernardino County 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92415-0182 Subject: Caryn Development Co. University/Crest PUD SCH~ 88082915 Dear Mr. Osborne: Tae e=:losed c~==ects on y~ d~t ~~1 d~ ~ ~iv~ ~ the State ~e~ng~o~e ~er ~ ~d of ~ ~te ~e- ~. We ~ ~ ~e~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ to l~e c~ents. However, you may ~sh to lncor~r~e these ~o~ ~ ~ ~ ~on of Please contact John ~eene at 916/~5~613 tf you h~ve ~y questtoms sl=~ly, ~clo~ DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES RECOMMENDATIONS FOR WATER CONSERVATION AND WATER' RECLAMATION To reduce water demand, implement the water conservation measures described here. Required The following State laws require wate~-efficient plumbing fixtures in o Health and Safety Code Section 17~21.~ requires iow-flush toilets and urinals in virtually all buildings as follows: "After January 1, 1983. all new buildings constructed in this state shall use water, closets and associated flushomater valves, if any=, which are water-conserVation water close~s as defined'bY American' National ...... Standards Institute' standard' All2:.lp.2. ~nd Urinals and aSsOciated ' · i.. ' flushometer ··valves·. if.any, that use less .than,.an average.of 1,1/.2" gallons per flush. Blowout water closets and associated flushometer valves are exempt from the requirements of this sect/on." o Title POt California Administrative Code Section 1604(f} (Applianc, Efficiency Standards} establishes efficiency s~andards that gXve the maximum flow rate of all new showerhesds, lavatory faucets, and sink faucets, as specified in the standard approved by the American National Standards Institute on November 16. 1979. and known as ANSI Alia. 18.1M-1979. o Title 20, California Administrative Code Section 1606(b} (Applianc. Efficiency Standards} prohibits the sale of fixtures that do not comply wi~h regulations. No new appliance may be sold or offered for sale in California that is not certified by its manufacturer to be in compliance wi~h the provisions of the regulations establishing applicable efficiency standards. o Title 24 of the California Administrative Code Section 2-~307(b) (California Energy ConserVation Standards for New Buildings} prohibits the installation of fixtures unless the manufacturer has certified to the CEC compliance w/th the flow rate standa~'ds. o Title 24! California Administrative Code Sections 2-~352(i) and (J) address pipe insulation requirements, which can reduce water used before hot water reaches equipment or fixtures. These' requirements apply to steam and steam-condensate return piping and recirculating hot water piping in attic~, garages, crawl spaces, or unheated spaces other than between floors or in interior walls. Insulation of water-heating systems is also required. o Heslth and Safety Code Section 4047 p~ohibits installation of residen:iel water softeninE 'or conditioning appliances unless certain conditions are satisfied. Included is the requt~'ement that, in most t~t~ces, the installs=ton of the applt~ce must be accomp~ted by wa=e= co~e~m=ion devices ~ f~:u~s usin~ sof=ened o= condttton~ o ~ve~ment Code Section 7800 s~ctftes that lavatories in all public self-clos~ fauce~ ~a~ ll~: fl~ of ho~ wa=e=. To be implemented where Ippllolble ' ~ (ps1) ~ ~uc~ Co 50 psi o= 1ess by'me~ of a P~SSU~-~uctn v~ve. ' '. · '. .. . 2. ~fo~Catns: D~l~tng fo~C~ns be ~utpped wt~ self-closing 3. Hotel ~oms: Co~e~atton =eutnde~ be posted tn ~o~ ~d ~S~ms. ~e~os~a~tc~ly con~ll~ m~tn~ v~ve ~ tns~led for ba~/showe~. 5. ~estaur~ts: Wate=-conse~tng m~els of dls~uhe~ ~ used o~ spray emt::e~ ~at have ~en =e=~ftt=~ fo= =~uc~ flow. Drt~n~ wa=er be se~ u~n ~ues: o~y.e ~1 new co~c~c=lon. 1. ~dscape wl~ low water-uslnE pl~ whe~ver feutble. 2. Minimize use of la~ by limiting it to la~.-de~ndent uses. such as play~g field. ~en la~ is used. ~qutre wa~ se~on ~ses. 3. G~up pl~ts of .similar wa~er use to r~uce overirrtgation of ~. P~vide info.etlon ~o occup~=s ~gardtng benefits of low-wader-using l~dscaptnE ~d sources of additional assist~ce. '~e Depmr~ent of Water Resources o~ loc~ water dls==ic~ may aid in developin~ ~ese materials or p~vtdtnE o~e= info.etlon. 5. Use mulch extensively in all landscaped areas. Mulch applied on top of soil will improve the water-holding capacity of the soil by reducing evaporation and soil compaction. · ' 6. Preserve ~nd protect existing trees and shz~bs. Established plants are often adapted to low-water-using conditions end their use saves water needed to establish replacement ve~etation. 7. Install efficient irrigation systems that minimize runoff and evaporation and maximize the water that will reach the plant roots. Drip irrigation, soil moisture sensors, and automatic irrigation systems are a few methods of increasinE irrigation efficiency. · . . - 8..Use -pervious paving matertal-whe~eve=~.feastble to reduce surface wa~er · runoff, and to aid in greund water recharga. ' :' '¥ "'~:'". :'9'~: ~rad6~"S16PeS s~. that nm6t'f' .Of//U~/~/~ce-'wa~e~.-~s; mt~imized~ · .~ .. · · 10, Investigate the feasibility of us/nE reclaimed waste water, stored rainwater, or grey water for irrigation. 11. Encourage cluster development, which can reduce the amount of land being converted to urban use. This will reduce the amount of impervious paving created and thereby aid in ground water recharge. 12. Preserve existing natural drainage areas and encourage the incorporation of natural drainage systems in new developments, This aids ground ~ater recharge. 13. To aid in ground water recharge, preserve flood plains and aquifer recharge areas as open space. FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION In £1ood-prone areas, £1ood damage prevention =easures required to protect s proposed develop=ent should be based on the £ollowing ~uidelines: 1. It is the State's polEc¥ to conserve water; any potential loss to ~ound water should be =itigated. 2. All building structures should be protected a~a/nst a ZOO-year flood. 3- In those areas not covered by a Flood Insurance Rate Hap or Flood Boundary end Floodway Map, issued by the Federal Emergency Management A~ency, the lOO-yesr flood elevation and boundac~ should be shown in the Environ=ental' Impact Report. At least one route of in~ess and e~-ess ~o the development should be · : ,' .. '5'~ The:.slope~,and,foundation'designs !or.all str~¢t~res should .be~based on . detailed soils· and engine~ring studtes~ especially for hillside developments. ~eve~etation of disturbed or newly constructed alopes should be done as soon as possible (utilizing native or lo~-~a~er-u~in~ plant =a~erial). 7. The potential damage to the proposed davalopmant b~ mud£1o~ should be assessed and mitigated as ~equired. Grading should be limited to dry months to ~int~ize problems associated wl~h sediment transport during construction. Department of Water Resources (March 6, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1: The project proponent shall consider a comprehensive program to use reclaimed water for irrigation purposes if such a program is available at the time development occurs. In addition, all applicable water conservation and water reclam- ation measures recommended by the Department of Water Re- sources (refer to attachments) shall be implemented where required and/or feasible. O DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY .~o~,,o March 28, 1989 Office of the Chief Enviromental Resources Branch County of .San Bernardino Environmental Public Works A~ency 385 North Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino, California 92415-0180 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have reviewed the Draft Enviromnencal Impact Report (D£IR) for the' University/Crest Planned'Unlt Development, as requested ~n a letter from your office, dated January 11, 1989. Work in waters of the United States might require a permit under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act. We cannot determine from the submitted information the extent of the Corps' jurisdiction over this project. Please give our Regulatory Branch documentation that clearly describes the area and extent of any proposed work in watercourses and adjacent wetlands to help us make that determination. If the proposed project involves any Federal assistance through funding or permits, compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C. 47Of) and implementing regulations, 36 CFR 800, will be required. The proposed plan does not conflict with navigation, flood control, or existing or authorized plans or programs of the Corps of Engineers. We have no comments on the DEIR. Thank you for the opportunity to review and cogent on this document. Sincerely, chbert S. Joe ief, Planning Division U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (March 28, 1989) Response to Comment No. 1: The applicant will provide the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (i.e., Regulatory Branch) with adegu, ate information regard- ing the nature and extent of all grading operations. The. information provided shall ensure that any watercourse and/or adjacent wetlands which may be affected by the imple- mentation of the proposed project [necessitating a permit under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act) can be determined and adequately addressed in the planning- and desig, n of the proposed pro- ject. '.. -. DRAFT NORTH ETIWANDA OPEN SPACE AND HABITAT PRESERVATION PROGRAM San Bernardino County Office of the Second District Supervisor Department of Transportation and Flood Contol Planning Department Museum Office of Special Districts March 1994 North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program INTRODUCTION Over the past several years, the west valley'of San Bemardino County has experienced unprecedented growth. With growth comes development and the loss of open space lands. As the urban population has increased,-.con,~em for our remaining open.space lands and their natural communities has mounted. Pressures now exist to expand development into the foothill areas of North Etiwanda, which could result in a significant loss of natural open space. Proactive planning and carefully directed mitigation are needed to preserve significant open space areas. preservation of the natural open space'areas.bf th6.' foothills Will Protect native'species · of plants and animals and will provide groundwater recha[ge and buffer areas between the urban development of'the Valley' and the ?fire prone chaparr~ai ai-eas :of {he 'National · Forest lands."., , ~: .. ...: :..., .. . ...... .. .. The purpose of the North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program is to identify existing open lands having special resource value and to design a program that encourages the preservation of these lands. Resource values include critical habitats, unique communities, ripadan areas, comdor connections, and lands with special scenic, archaeological or historical value. Lands with special resource value could be added to existing open space areas to provide connections between and increased sizes of open space areas, reducing-fragmentation. This program will accomplish this augmentation of open space areas by encouraging property owners to use vadous mechanisms that promote preservation of key parcels. PROGRAM GOALS In addition to the existing San Bemardino County General Plan goals regarding preservation of open space (see Attachment C), the following objectives are established specifically for the North Etiwanda program area. G-1 Encourage property owners within the North Etiwanda area to voluntarily preserve the open space resources within the area as much as possible in order to provide a desired buffer between urban development and the National Forest. PROGRAM AREA LOCATION The area of the North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program is located northeasterly of the City of Rancho Cucamonga and is roughly bounded by Deer Creek on the west, the City of Fontana on the east, the City of Rancho Cucamonga on the south, and the San Bernardino National Forest on the north (see Map A-2 in Attachment A)..The majority of the program area is within the City of Rancho Cucamonga Sphere-of-influence, with a small portion being within the City of Fontana Sphere-of-Influence and the remaining area being within the National Forest boundary. The program area comprises approximately 7,243 acres. The land lieSquiefly, occa~i0nally' a viCtim of nature's ·violence, but'not iyet of man'S. The numerous canyons supPlying water to the base of the foothills have alWayS been an invaluable asset to the landsthat'theY sustain. Without water, this pa~t:of'southern California is a desert for many months out of each year. Serrano and Gabrielleno Indians foraged inthe foothills and settled in the canyon mouths and spring areas for their seasonal camps. From the arrival of the first settlers, the search for a permanent water supply was of significant consideration in choosing land for farming, live stock and home use. These people settled at the base of the foothills and acquired their land from homesteads, mining patents from the U. S. Government and purchase from the Southern Pacific Railroad. The largest water supply was from Day Canyon and from East Etiwanda Canyon (also known as Young's). When the Chaffey Brothers purchased the water rights to these two canyons, it enabled them to create an agricultural subdivision of 10 acres each with one share of water for each acre. The practice of relying on natural streams to carry water to the earlier land projects gave way to a system of flumes, clay pipes, and tunnels dug into the hillsides. In 1882, the Etiwanda Water Company was organized, and in 1883, the Chaffey Brothers incorporated the California Land Improvement Company, the first of many land projects to follow. Citrus planted in the 1880's contimJed to be the dominant agricultural crop until the 1960's when residential growth invaded the west San Bernardino Valley. Today, the North Etiwanda area has several single-family residences on large lots, flood control projects and utility transmission facilities. These changes have not disturbed the acres in the riparian areas that continue to retain their environmental value. 3 and attain velocities of 10-15 MPH. During the other seasons, Santa Aha winds, blowing from the northeast, can reach high wind speeds capable of causing structural damage. Annual precipitation averages 15 inches, the majodty falling between December and March. Air quality, impacted during summer months due to pollutants carried by the prevailing westerly winds from Orange and Los Angeles Counties, has shown significant improvement in the last three years. Along the base of the hills, where numerous springs are present, prehistoric cultural resources may be found. NATURAL HAZARDS Much of the sage scrub vegetation on the alluvial fan has been temporarily set back as a result of recent fires. Approximately one half of the program area is located within a Fire Safety Review Area I (FR1) and the other half is located within a Fire Safety Re,/levY'Area 2"(FR2)"aS'shb~'b~,':~'h~e Ha~i'd~ow'~I~'Ma'~s i~f:'~he"san 'B~'rnai~li~0 .... County Genera Pan (1989) Both °f these Fire Safety Review areas a.r.e.exp.Ose.d.t.9... .imPacts, o¢ wi.ld!a,~d fires, Vegetation in the foothills generally consists of. a..den.~e growth of. flammable chaparral : a fire' climak' Plant community. ' steep Sl0p'e§'"'a'nd''pb'0'r' ~e~{" i-nakes"'fi'r~ fl{~ht[h~ difficult. Weather conditions intensifY the fire hazard. Santa Ana winds occurdng.on a hot, dry summer day are capable of driving devastating fires upon homes located on adjacent lands and sending showers of burning embers more than one mile in advance of the fire. Between 1989 and 1993. an average of 47 fires occurred per year in the west valley area, which includes North Etiwanda. These fires consumed an average of 278 acres per year. No portions of the program area are safe from this hazard. The severe Texas fire in 1988 consumed a major portion of the program area. Studies by the California Division of Mines and Geology and others have shown that several known geologically active faults cross the program area, including the Cucamonga and Red Hill faults. Other less notable faults known to traverse the area include the Duncan Canyon fault and several unnamed faults associated with the Cucamonga system. The area just to the west of North Etiwanda was active as recently as 1990. Soils found within the area include exposed, sheared and fractured rocks and shallow pockets of decomposed granite and alluvial deposits. Due to the possibility of adversely oriented fractures in the basement materials, areas with east, west and especially north facing slopes are considered to have a high potential for landslides or tremors. EXISTING GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATIONS The existing County General Plan land use designations are illustrated in the attached map (see Attachment A, Map A-2). The following districts are found within the program area: Planned Develo 3ment- 1 alu/40 acres (PD-1/40) Planned Develo 3ment - 1 du/10 acres' (PD-1/10) Planned Develo 3ment- 1 du/2.5 acres (PD-1/2.5) Planned Development- 1 du!l acre (PD-!/1) · .. Planned Develo 3ment - 2 du/1 acre (PD-2/1) Planned Develo 3merit - 3 du/1 acre (PD-3/1) Planned Develc ~ment- 4 du/1 acre (PD-4/1) Single Residential- 1 acre minimum (RS-l) Single Residential - 20,000 sq. ft. minimum (RS-20m) .... Living: ~10 aCr~'minimb?n ~RE~;I 0i ' Rural- %." '"' ..... "" ........ · ..... · Institutional (IN) ............ Floodway IFW) The distfibbtion nil §y 6wh''~i'~hi'' ~"(~la~Si'fic~ti6~'" '" ' i§ a~~'f~ll0~s'. ........ "' ....... ' .... bf la' '~i~"di§tri~'aC'r~'a~e' ' ~ """ Land use DistrictsGovernment Private Utility Totals PD-1/40 0.00 1192.01 15.03 1207.04 PD-1/10 92.50 1075.86 18.22 1186.58 PD-1/2.5 0.00 228.92 0.00 228.92 PD-1/1 1.51 867.54 4.02 873.07 PD-2/1 20.00 307.16 0.00 327.16 PD-3/1 6.00 46~_ .05 6.17 473.22 PD4/1 0.00 4.69 0.00 4.69 RS-1 50.00 25.00 21.00 96.00 RS-20m 0.00 107.97 0.00 107.97 RL-10 0.00 99.06 112.47 211.53 IN 1.19 5.66 317.42 324.27 FW 1501.60 547.87 153.41 2202.88 TOTALS 1672.80 4922.79 647.74 7243.33 OPPORTUNITIES AND CONSTRAINTS Preservation of natural open space lands in the North Etiwanda area will afford significant benefits while reducing potential damage due to natural hazards. 7 PROGRAM PROVISIONS EXISTING AND POSSIBLE FUTURE OPEN SPACE Approximately 2,077 acres within the program area are under governmental or utility ownership and have the potential to be maintained as "open space." Limited development for flood control and utility purposes will need to occur; however, the general open space value of the area would still ex~st. The utility parcels function as linkages between larger portions of Riversidian alluvial.fan.sorub habitat.. These 2,077 ..... . ..... acres represent about 29% of the entire program area and are the foundation upon which this program is established. Additional acreage within the program area exists !hat the County encourages to be retained as natural open space. This secondary area consists of privately owned parcels and is located primarily in the northern'half ;:~{ the area. It totals approximately" 3,220 acres, which represents about 44% of the pre gram al'ea. Based onthe Natural Resources Valuing Chart found in the County General Plan, this additional acreage has a "high" value to be preserved as open space. As shown in the table below, there are approximately 564 dwelling units currently allowed by the County General Plan for this portion of the program area. fLa~d Use Districts Ii Acreage Potential Dwelling U~ts PD-1/40 1154.41 28 PD-1/10 987.20 99 PD-1/2.5 215.82 86 PD-I/1 304.74 305 PD-2!I 0.00 0 PD-3/1 0.00 0 PD4/1 0.00 0 RS-1 45.00 45 RS-20m 0.00 0 RL-10 9.00 1 IN 4.00 0 ~ 499.65 0 TOTALS 3219.82 I 564 Acquisition of parcels within the secondary area could be accomplished through a variety of voluntary mechanisms including direct donations for tax benefits, transfer of development rights to more readily developed sites or purchase of natural habitat lands to compensate for impacts at other locations. lands for flood control purposes and the Forest Service would continue to manage lands for watershed protection. Habitat Banking This strategy involves the preservation of lands with natural features that provide habitat for sensitive species of plants and animals. The agency responsible for maintenance of these lands would receive funds and/or dedications of land from other entities in order to compensate for impacts to natural habitat at other locations. 'Thi~' would ~pr0vicle' land- oWners With" a' method 0f"comtSlying with ' requirements of other regulatory agencies, such as California Department of Fish and Game and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. Mechanisms for Public Agencies CoOperation ~ith Federal,'State and Local Agencies "': ....... This strategy essentially involves cooperating with other governmental agencies in a vadety of ways: coordinating planning, supporting policies and actions or other agencies which support the County's open space goals, etc. This strategy is part of the County's current operations, but may be expanded to include open space issues or to place an increased emphasis in this area. Specific agencies with open space concerns include the United States Forest Service, the Cities of Rancho Cucamonga and Fontana, the Metropolitan Water Distdct of Southern California, the Los Angeles City Department of Water and Power, and Southern California Edison. These agencies own land that may be managed for open space or exchanged for other lands to be developed. Grants/Aid Programs This strategy involves a directed search for grants and aid programs which could' provide funding for portions of the open space and trails systems. A careful review of available grants should be completed, including not just public sources, but pdvate foundations as well. Grants for construction of handicapped-accessible facilities, for instance, may be available, as might funds for the acquisition of permanent open space for habitat preservation. Direct Purchase of Open Space Lands This strategy involves the direct purchase of open space lands by the County in order to preserve open space values. This strategy applies to most categories of open space land. This strategy may be most successful for those lands retained in open space for hazard avoidance, natural open space and recreation lands. The Forest Service currently manages Federal lands for fire hazard reduction, watershed protection and recreation. The County currently manages land in the 11 ATTACHMENT A Program Maps Regional Context Map A-1 Project Area and San Bernardino County Lana Use Districts Map A-2 Property Ownership Map A-3 Existing Uses Map A--4 Open Space Preservation Map A-5 Habitat Distribution Map A-6 Species Distribution Map A-7 Biological Sensitivity Map A-8 Constraints Map A-9 Topography Map A-10 Figure 1 Exlsllng Number of Through Travel Lanes and Inlersection Controls Coyote Creek Road 2 Summit AvenHe Future Day Creek Boulevard I 2< Le~l. end Number o! Through Travel Lanes I Locust. Avenue I Avenue Figure 2 Existing Dally Traffic Volumes Coyote Creek Road 30(] Summit AvenUe 50O 30O )0 ~OO Future Day Creek Boulevard /~nenH ~ 300. Vehicles Per Day 7,OO0 I Locust ) .2~00 7.300 tIooO ., I Rock~ose · Figure 3 Etiwanda Specific Plan Street System Freeway Access Major Arterial Secondary Arterial Special Design Collector Local Streets Figure 4 West Valley Foothill Plan Slreet System · '. ~ (PROPOSED) I _ I , i (PROPOSED) I [ ~ [ LEGEND ~1 ' ~9 ._ -L .... ROAD IYPE~ A B C D SYHBOL R~TE 30 (PROPOSED) Figure 5 City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Circulation · . *..... FoothileFt~eWa¥ .;..! . . ~-egend PROPOSED R.O.W. LOCATION COLLECTOR ......... SECONDARY ......... MAJOR ARTERIAL .......... MAJOR DIVIDED .......... ARTERIAL Figure 6 County of Sen Bemerdino General Plan CIrculaUon ,~.~./~""*"'~ .: *~ -~-.-w'~*Z~'~',', ~/~ ~,~ ~-~?~'- '~1~, ~.', ~':'./~?.'-.* *'-' * * ~*,~' _.._ .~ ..- ..,, ~ .-,,,,- ~ .~ _ · . ~ '~~'-- ,~ ' . *~ - ,. .~,.*. ,~ · * ............ : . ;. i - . ~J . - ~- --.-~ .~.~ :r- '1 - '-- .;. - ;~ - - ~- ~ ..... ~ ~ ~:. :~ ~ ~ ~ "~ ._ ~ ~ -'~_ FREEWAY ~IDED M~OR MAJOR SECONDARY Figure 7 North Etlwnnda Street System (Without Route 30 Freeway) Road Canyon Road Wilson Avenue 24th Street ~Ba n,.~ra~n Avenue Summll Figure 8 North Etlwanda Street System (With Route 30 Freeway) ~ Creek Ouncan Road Canyon Road Wilson Avenue 24th Stfee Banvan Avenue Summll Route 30 .4. Stud /Area Traffic To estimate study area traffic volumes at various points on the street network, a three step process is utilized. First, the. traffic which will be generated by the proposed development is determined. Secondly, the traffic volumes are geographically distributed to major attractions of trips, such as employment centers, commercial centers; .recreational areas or res£dential areas. Finally, the trips are assigned to specific roadways and the project-related traffic volumes a~re determined on a route- by-route basis. Traffic Generation The traffic generated by the projects.in.the study area. iS determined by multiplying an appropriate trip generationrate by the quantity of land use." Land ~u.se quantities..(based on existing plans and/or existing zoning) for future, conditions were compiled for the 25 zones in the study area. Figure 9 illustrates the zone system used in this study. Trip generation' rates are presented in Table 2 and land use quantities for each zone are shown on Table 3. Trip generation rates were determined for daily traffic, morning peak hour inbound and outbound traffic, and evening peak hour inbound and outbound traffic for the proposed land uses. By multiplying the traffic generation rates by the land use quantities, the traffic volumes are determined. Table 4 exhibits ~he peak hour and daily traffic volumes by zone. Traffic Distribution and Assiqnment Traffic distribution is the determination of the directional orientation of traffic. It is based on the geographical location cf employment centers, commercial centers, recreational areas, or residential area concentrations. Traffic assignment is the determination of which specific route development traffic will use, once the generalized traffic distribution is determined. The basic factors affecting route selection are minimum time path and minimum distance path. Figures 10 to 34 present the traffic distribution assumptions for buildout conditions. The purpose of analyzing each zone at this level of detail is to determine traffic loads on streets within the study area. Daily link volume calculations for buildout conditions are depicted in Tables 5 and 6. Figure 35 shows the link locations. 18 "Pas~ ThrouGh" Traffic Some traffic is assumed to "pass through" the study area and must be added to the traffic forecasts. Figure 36 illustrates the estimated "pass through" volumes based upon a review of modeling forecasts. 19 Table 2 office(150 TSF) 'i:~" ~.641 0.25 0.291 1.55 19.40 o~09 °'.0, 0.o, Jr. High · · · ~' sq, m ~-~ feet 2O Table 3 MY ZONE Elem./Jr. Higt single F~m~ ~ y C~rcial Mnlti-F~ ~ y offic~ School zcme (mo) (rs¥) (TSF) (ST) 3 261 4 1,501 ~' 46.0 620 600 5 6 246 660 7 628 8 403 9 345 3.0 93 302 660 ~ 546 '.. 3.3 436 660 14 3.85 . .. ., . . 15 ' 143 -' ' ' ' 3.6 -- 163.7 17 -- 1,760 18 548 -- 19 '~ 344.7 384.0 20 ~02.3 22 422 23 190 -- 24 214 ~ 25 1,781~ 97.0 Tcfcals 9,380 754.0 620 384.0 ~ 4,340 dwellir~ unit th~ s~m~ fe~t AC = ST =students 21 Table 4 i 370 6,840 2 70 1,360 3 140 2,630 4 .,160 23,230 5 70 1,370 6 190 3,160 7 350 6,320 8 220 4,050 11 230 3,720 12 '. 300 5,.490 13 300 290 5,070 14 100 ]~.0 1,860 15 80 90 ,440- 16 200 90 500 ,170 17 250 160 20 ,810 18 110 300 350 ,510 19 1,050 280 1,160 ,380' 20 120 50 ' 310 ~600 21 40 100 120 70 ,860 22 80 230 270 160 ,250 23 40 100 120 ?0 .910 24 40 120 140 80 .150 25 470 1,030 1,440 970 ,130 Total 4,110 6,280 8,730 6~650 163,720 22 DaiLy Traffic ~im 8 ~m 10 ~im 17 ~im 21 ~im~ ~im ~ ~im ~1 23 T,+de 6 24 Figure 38 RecOmmended Number o! Through Travel Lanes · aiid Intersection COhtrols Legend_. 2U.Number of Through Travel Lanes D- OIvlded U-Undivided ~} Traltic Signal '. ~ Stop Sign JTU 2LI Four Way Stop reek Road 2U 2U 2U ~J PLqJ U Wilson Avenue 4U 40 4D 40 4D 4D Ban Avenue 4U :21.1 2U ~0 ~2U 4[:) Route 30 Ffeewa Ave Figure 39 Intersection Analysis Locations ;reek Road Wilson Avenue 241h Slreet Road Summit Banyan_ Avenue Summit Route 30 ghland Ave r~ue The impacts of the city of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan would generally be 50% less than the impacts described in the EIR. However, the City of Rancho Cucamonga is currently reviewing the development proposal and is recommending a reduction in density of approximately 22% from that proposed by the applicant. This recommendation is consistent with t. he city's General Plan in that these densities are within the range permitted by the map designations. A general plan amendment .. ,,.... ::...would':be..required.for~hoseareas..cmrrent!y..deeigna~.~Pe~..spa~e~.. to be changed to 10w density residential. AZ indicated in the EIR, the City's staff recommendation for this site is to permit the development of 1,011 single family residential dwelling units on the subject proper~y. It would appear that the commercial land use would not be permitted ~-. ~ without an-.-amendment re. the ~General~Plan As~-a. result,~..~./~._ ..... ........~ quantitative impacts (e.q., traffic and circulation, air quality, ~-noise,. sewer and water, etc.)~.would be.at least 22% less than the~ proposed Project.' Even with the reduction of aa% in the' ~mher of dwelling units and'the elimination of commercial land use, the .... ~am~'kinds~0f s~rVic~s Will:..berequi~ed to':serve-the--dev~lopment,. including flood control, police 'and fire, sewer and water services, extensions of roadways, and other public facilities, due to the existing undeveloped nature Of the North Etiwanda Area. (Proposed Final EIR at 32-34.) The City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan alternative would not provide important Benefits of the Project, including the provision of additional housing at more affordable prices, for the same reasons given for the reduced residential density alternative. The same n,~her and kinds of services would be required by this alternative as by the Project, therefore each homeowner would have to bear a greater burden. Housing prices would be higher, thereby reducing the n,,mher of persons who could afford to buy. Alternatively, to prevent housing price increases, it would be necessary to develop t_he 675.8-acre parcel slated for permanent preservation and dedication in the Project. D. ~lternative Site Location: In addition to the alternatives outlined above, the Addendum examined an alternate si~e alternative. For purposes of this analysis, a site of approximately the same size west of the subject property at the easterly limits of the West Valley Foothills Planning Area was selected. Although a general plan amendment/zone change would accommodate the level and intensity of development proposed, the introduction of the intensity of development into a non-urbanized area, adjacent to the National Forest, would result in many 3O significant adverse impacts which could not be mitigated. These impacts include significant grading which would alter the natural land form; visual impacts caused not only by grading but also the introduction of intense urbanization into a natural setting; potential destruction of both vegetation and wildlife which could be significant in combination with the regional and/or cumulative losses of such resources; and incompatibility of the residential development with the natural environment. Additionally, significant growth-inducing impacts could result from extension of a roadway system and sewer facilities to the site. Among other impacts, cumulative impacts on air quality and biological resources would result from development of the alternative site. Finally, the site is located in a hazardous fire area, within the County's Historical/Archaeological Overlay District and in an area of lower overall density than that required for .the Project~.i. .... . Additionally' ~hould .the alternatives~teb~, sel6¢ted, the northerly element of. the SUbjeCt property'(%,e2,.'675 acres)'could be developed, as well as the southerly element. Based on a density of one dwelling unit per 40 acres as permitted by the County's General Plan, the 675 acre northerly element could be developed with up to 17 dwelling units. Development of the northerly element could result in potential significant impacts and would result in the loss of the property as a permanent open space resource. One element of the Project is the transfer of the 675-acre property to the University of California for permanent open space use. The University of California or the County will be responsible for administering the use of the northerly element. As a permanent open space resource, the University will utilize the site for educational purposes and insure that the integrity of its resources are preserved. Implementation of the alternative site, however, would result in the loss of 675 acres dedicated to permanent open space. Given the nature of the alternative site location and the characteristics associated with it, the alternative location would not be a desirable site on which to develop the proposed project. It is inconsistent with previously adopted land use plans and the sensitive nature of the surrounding area. Implementation of the alternative site would also result in the loss of more biological resources due to the availability for development of the 675.8 acres dedicated to permanent open space in the Project. The alternative site location, therefore, would not provide the important Benefits of the Project, including the preservation of substantial amounts of permanent open space. (Addendu~ at 15-20.) 31 ZZ. FZNDZNGg REG,~I~DZNG 8ZGNZFZC.2~IT ~DVERBE EFFECTS. ?roje~ and ~e ~den~[~ca~on oE ~e Pro~ec~ enviro~en~a~ly superior developmen~ ~e~ve, t~o ca~eqor~es of env~ro~en~al ~pac~ r~a~n ~h~ch c~o~ level oE s~E~c~ce. ~ese ~re c~a~ve ~pac~ ~o [onq-~e~ measures ~posed ~o min~ize ~ as mu~ as poss~le are dis~ssed below. 1. ~: Despite inco~oration of reco~ded mitigation measures in~o ~e Projec=, because ~e site is lo~=ed wi~in a non-a==ai~en= area (~, a~i~ air ~ali~ excee~ EPA s~andar~ for ~e air basin), .~e Proje~ w~ll con=r~u=e =o ~e ~ulat~ve degradation of air ~ality wi~in the Sou~ Coas~ .Air Basin~..~is.impac= iS considered to be.~[si~ificant.:. ~avoidable adverse impact. Po~en=ially sign~fican= Air Qual~=y impac=s wouldno~ oc~r. ~der ~e "no projec=" a12e~ative, would be reduced by approxi~=ely 50 percen= ~der ~e reduced residen=ial density alte~a=ive, would be reduced by a= leas= 22 percen= ~der City of Rancho ~c~onga General Plan and would be similar ~der the alte~ative site location. However, ~e "no project" al2e~a=ive, while no= resul=ing in po=en=ial ~a~ive Air Quali2y ~pacts, will provide none of ~e ~po~an~ Benefi~ of ~e Projec=, especially wi~ respec~ ~o ~e provision of housing, jobs ~d well~esi~ed infras=~c=~e. ~e reduced resid~=ial density and City of Rancho ~camonga General Plan alte~a~ives, while resulting in reduced Air Quali~y ~pac=s, will no= provide ~e Benefits of ~e Project, including, bu= no= limited ~o, needed housing, a well pla~ed co~i~y, ~cellen= desi~ and i~ova=ive architec=ure, new jobs, and an infras=~c2ure se~icing a la~e co~ity as well as ~e provision of op~ space. The alte~ative site location would result in s~ilar ~ula~ive Air Quality impacts. 2. M~tiaa2ion of Pro~ect ImDac=s: ~e EIR reco~ends implementation of the Measures described ~ove in Sec=ion V.B.2 of ~ese Findings =o minimize =he iden=ified Air Quali~y impac=s as much as feasible. 3. Implementation of Mitiaa~ion Measures: ~e Boa~ finds that the Measures described above in Sec=ion g.B.2 of ~ese Findings are se= fo~ in ~he Conditions of Approval for Projec= and will be impl~en~ed as specified therein. 32 4. Findina: Based on the information provided in EIR, the Board finds that (1) -changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the proposed final EIR; (2) such changes or alterations are within the responsibility or jurisdiction of another public agency and not the agency making the finding. Such changes have been adopted by such other agency or can and should be adopted by such other agency; and (3) specific economic, social, or other considerations make infeasible the mitigation measures or Project alternative identified in the proposed final EIR. In accordance with State CEQA Guideline 15092 (b)(2), the changes'or alteratiens required in, or incorporated into, the Project have eliminated or substantially lessened all significant effects on the environment where feasible and any remaining significant effects on the environmental are unavoidable. .B. B~ological Resources 1. Impact__s: The conversion of approximately 390 acres of Riversidian alluvial fan scrub community to urban uses will add to the cumulative loss of this regionally significant resource. (proposed Final EIR at 77a.) The conversion of the subject proper~y and the larger area would result in a loss of open space, natural vegetation and wildlife species which now occupy the area. As development continues, significant resources such as riparian habitat, Riversidian alluvial fan scrub habitat, and designated sensitive species would be lost without adequate mitigation and/or preservation. The cnmulat~ve loss of this habitat constitutes an unavoidable significant impact. Implementation of the proposed Project would, however, result in the permanent preservation of approximately 675 acres of riparian woodland, oak woodland and chaparral and will thus provide significant biological benefits. (Proposed Final EIR at 76.) Additional off-site mitigation for the loss of this habitat may be provided through participation in a regional biota bank. (Proposed Final EIR, Response to city of Rancho Cucamonga, Comment No. 3.) Implementation of the mitigation measures listed above in Section V.C.2 of these Findings will reduce ell remaining biological resources impacts to an acceptable level (i,e., non-significance). As set forth in the EIR, potential significant impacts on biological resources would not occur under the "no project" alternative, would be similar or worse under the reduced residential density and City of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan alternatives and worse under the alternative site location, due to the failure to preserve the 675.S-acre northerly parcel. However, the "no project" alternative, while not resulting in potential cumulative impacts on biological resources, will provide none of the important_Benefits of the Project, such as the provision of additional, low-cost housing, a planned and phased community and an infrastructure to service a large community as well as new jobs. The Project offers the same or reduced impacts on biological resources as ~he reduced residential density and city of Rancho Cucamonga General Plan alternatives, and significantly reduced impacts from the alternative site location. 2. ~itiaat±on of Pro4ect impacts= The EIR recommends i~plamentation of the Mitigation Measures listed above in Section V.C.2 of these Findings to minimize the impacts on the Riversidian alluvial fan sage scrub habitat as much as feasible and to reduce all remaining biological resources impacts to an acceptable level (i.e., non-significance). ...........3. mnlementation' .............. of Mitiaation' ........ Measures: The'' B0ard finds that the measures described above in Section V.C.2 of these Findings are set forth in ~he Conditions'of APProval for =he Project and will be implemented as specified therein. 4. Findina: Based on the information provided in the EIR, the Board finds that (1) Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the proposed final EIR and (2) specific economic, social, or other considerations make infeasible the mitigation measures or Projec~ alternative identified in the proposed.final EIR. In accordance with State CEQA Guideline 15092 (b)(2), the changes o= alterations required in, or incorporated into, the Project have eliminated or substantially lessened all significant' effects on the environment where feasible and any remaining significant effects on the environmental are unavoidable. X. ST~T~N~ OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS This Board of Supervisors of San Bernardino County adopts this Statement of Overriding Considerations with respect to nonmitiga=able impacts identified in the EIR, specifically, those cumulative impacts associated with Biological Resources and long- term Climate/Air Quality. This Board finds that the University/Crest Project, as adopted, will provide important Benefits to the County, its residents and visitors, including provision of needed regional housing and improvement of the infrastructure in the area in the Project vicinity such as improved roadways and flood control facilities. Implementation of the Project will provide new sources of income to the area through new proper~y taxes, will 34 contribute to the development of community facilities and will provide 675 acres of permanently preserved open space. This Board also finds that all mitigation measures identified in the EIR have been imposed to lessen these impacts to the greatest extent possible, and that implementation o~ these measures is assured as specified in the Conditions of Approval and monitored through the mitigation monitoring program for the Project as required by California Public Resources Code § 21081.6. The Board furthermore finds that the alternatives discussed in.s~ction ViIi,.above~ are.not preferred because, as discussed above, they have greater environmental impacts, do not provide the Benefits of the Project, or are significantly less beneficial socially or economically. California Public Resources Code § 21002 provides: "in the · - '...event,-specifi¢;economic, social and .other Conditions make. .......... infeasible ·such project alternativesorsuch mitigationmeasures, individual.projects'may.be approved in spite of one or more significant effectsthereof." section 2100221~ s~ates::~ "i~the event that economic, social, or other conditions make it infeasible to mitigate one or more significant effects of a project on the environment, the project may nonetheless be approved or carried out at the discretion of a public agency " Finally, State CEQA Guideline 15093(a) states: "If the ~e~its of a proposed project outweigh the unavoidable adverse O environmental effects, the adverse environmental effects may be 'acceptable' " considered, . Based on the above discussion and on the evidence presented, the Board of Supervisors therefore finds that the Benefits of the a=opted University/Crsst pct..ned Unit Development outweigh the potential adverse environmental impacts with respect to Climate/ Air Quality, and Biological Resources that are associated with the Project and all adverse environmental effects are considered acceptable. XI. FINDINGS REGARDING MONITORING/REPORTING OF CEQA MITIGATION Section 21081.6 of the California Public Resources code requires this Board to adopt a monitoring or reporting program regarding changes in the Project or mitigation measures imposed to lessen or avoid significant effects on the environment. The Mitigation Monitoring Program is adopted because it effectively fulfills the CEQA mitigation monitoring program requirement: 35 A. The Conditions of Approval are specific and, as appropriate, define performance standards to measure compliance under the Program. B. The Program has been designed wi~h detailed descriptions of conditions, implementation, verification, a compliance schedule and reporting requirements to insure compliance with the Conditions of Approval. C. Compliance with the Program is itself a Condition of Approval. ZiI. GENERAL FINDINGS This Board makes the following additional findings which are generally applicable to this Project. A. This Board'hereby incorPorates by reference the applicable.portions of the Cotmty staff reports and'studies, 0ral and written evidence sU~mittedinrc the record, the IS,'the proposed Final EIR, the Addendum and the information submitted by the Project applicant relating to the Project, the Project site and/or the Approvals. B. This Board intends that these Findings be considered as an integrated whole. Whether or not any subdivision of these Findings cross-references or incorporates by reference any other subdivision of these Findings, any finding required or permitted to be made by this Board as to any particular subject matter of the Project or any of the Approvals shall be deemed made if it appears in any portion of these Findings. C. These Findings constitute the independent findings of this Board and are supported by competent and substantial evidence, both oral and written, in the administrative record as a whole. Table 9 TRAFFIC SIGNAL WARRANTS (Based on Estimated Average Daily Traffic - See Note 2) URBAN ...................... RURAL ....................... Minimum Requirements EADT 1. Minimum Vehicular Vehicles Der clay on major Vehicles Der clay on higher- Sali$11ed Not Satislied streel (total et both volume minor-street a~l~roac;' el~broaches) one direction only) Major Street Minor Street Urban Rural Urban Rural 1 .......................... 1 ........................... 8,000 5.600 2.400 1.680 er mote ................. 2 or more .................. 9,600 6,720 3,200 2.240 .......................... 2 or more .. ~.... ~. ........ 8,000 5,800 3.200 2.240 2. Inler~'ublion el Conlinuous Traffic a~l~roaches) i (one direction only) I ......................... 1 .......................... 12,000 8,400 ~.200 850 2 or more ................. I .......................... 14,400 10,080 1.200 850 2 or more ................. 2 or more .................. 14.400 10.080 1,600 1,120 f .......................... 2 or more .................. 12.000 8.400 1,500 1,120 3. Comblnallon 2 NOTE: 1, Heavier left turn movement from the maior street may be included with minor street volume il a separate signal Dhase is lo be Drovided Ior the left-turn movemenL 2. To be used only for NEW INTERSECTIONS or other locations where actual traffic volumes cannot be counted. Source: CalTrans, Traffic Manual, page 9-8 57 Figure 37 Future Dally Traffic Volumes Legend. 77J ~ Vehicles Per Day (tOOO's) eek Road 31 .~ ~ 4.~ ~3~ ,8.2 2~2 Wilson Avenue ~ ~ t45 16.9 17:4' 23.6.., , 23.7 ~ ' ?.9 : i2.t ower 6~1 5.2 :~2 149 83? 87~4 Route ' 30 Freewa 740 · I17 3.6 18'1 ~? 2,.~8 Max~,,~m n~ly Vehicle VolLm~e Facility Lane Level of Level of Fr~-,way 10 Lane-Divi~~'~ - 175,000 Lane-Divi.4-~ - 145,000 ~ Lane-Divided - 115,000 4 Lar~-Divia~ - 65,000 Major Arterial ~ Lane-Divi~ 60,000 66,000 LAT~-Div~ ~ 45,000 49,500 ~'i:~1 4 I.~'~-Div~ ~'~ 30,000 33,000 Seo~ · L~vy 4 Lar~-Ur~l/~ 20,000 22,000 c===~r/ooUe=~or 2 'Lm~UnUi~ ~ ""i0;0o0 : U,500 55 Treble 8 Intersection App~ch Lmues (1) Peak North- South- w~t- !West- Hour ~ (2) Ir~e~-ti~ T Rt Lt T Rt Lt !T Rt Lt T Rt Lt PM Wilsc~ Avenue (NE) at 24th Stre~ (E~;) 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 1 12 1 0 58 Dgy Creek (NS) at S~mm~t Avenue (-EP0_ 2 0 1 2 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 59 Rou~ 30 Frmewuy WB ~~ ~° ~ ~ o oo o o~ ~ ~ 3 yEB · . P~ (EW) .... 2 0 0 2 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 61 Etiwunda Avenue (N~) at 24th Stree~ (E~;) - We~t 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 1 2 1 0 32 · 24th Street (EW) - wm~c 0 1 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 1 32 ~m~t Avenue (EW) 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 i 1 0 1 52 w~t Avenue (NS) at Sun~t Avenue (EW) 2 1 1 2 0 1 1 0 ! 1 0 2 Route 30 ~_Freewmy WB ~~ ~° ~ ~ o oo o o~ ~ ~ 3 yEB ~ ~ o ~o ~ o~ ~ oo o ~ 24~ S~et 1 0 1 1 0 1 2 0 1 2 0 ! 77 Wa~;~n Bullock Road (NS) mt 24t-h Str~ (EW) 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 1 2 0 0 55 ~_~ Avenue (NS) at l:~mr~m ~ ~ 12 0 1 :2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 7~ Devor~ Fr~wmy NB Ramps 2 1 0 2 0 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 80 (!) When a right turn lane is designate, th~ lan~ can either be striped or . .u~ped. To function a~ a right, turn lane there ~ be sufficier~ %ridth for right ~ v~cles to ~vel out, ice the (2) ~~ capacit7 Utilizati~ (IC~ in per=ent Figure 9 Traffic Zones Le.qend , fi) ~ ~ - - - - Zone Boundary ® ® ,, ® ,: Road ® ' ,',' ~ ~ ~ , Wilson Avenue L- -~eel -- ..... I Banyan Avenue L .... Figure 10 Zone 1 Traffic Distribution Legend ~1' - Zoee L~&tle~t 10 - Per,ant To/From I~oJe~t 15, 40( 45( 5 Road 1 10 5 22 45 28 2 24lh Street 44 5 33 28 20 15 35 21 8 Summt ~anvan__Avenue Su.~mil 20 Route 30 Freewa 10 Figure 11 Zone 2 Traffic Distribution Legend__ ~. -'Zone Lee-tim 10 - Pecetnt io~Ff~ ~oleot 100, 64 ~ 1 Road 63 3~ 9 Street 46 1 Banyan Avenue 2 43~ 18--; Avenue 10 4 3' Figure 12 Zone 3 Traffic Distribution Legend ~ - Zoee Lo~at~o~ 10 - Percent To/From Project · . .,~ Road '74 20~ : i3anva~Avenue " 19 ~ '' I0 hland Avent,e 10 Figure 13 . Zone 4 Traffic Distribution Legend ~1. - lone Loe,,l~t 10 - pe~¢eat To/From KroJeot Road IO 3 31 20~ 5 ~ 3 41 Banvan...,.Avenue Summil Figure 14 Zone 5 Traffic Distribution Legend ~1' - Z~ IQ - p~olnt To~Ffoil I~'oJ~ot 31 63 2~lh Slreet 10 § 14 13~ ! Banyan Avenue Summit 5 lB Route 30 Aven)Je 18 Figure 15 Zone 6 Traffic Dlstrlbullon Legend tO - Percent To/Ffmn PtoJeot 3t 4 '~ ;;';;~,~,, ~* ..... -: 24lh Street 20 15 1 Summt Banyan Avenue Summit S 4 5, 28 18 ~1 Route 30 hland I0 Figure 16 Zone 7 Traffic Dlstrlbuilon Legend 10 - Percent To/Froaa PtoJoct Road 21th Street Summl Ranvan Avenue S~rnmlt 18~ Route 30 bland Aven.e 10 Figure 17 Zone 8 Traffic Distribution Le.qend. !~ - Zone LoeaBo~ 10 - Percent To/Free Road 1 35 24th Street 2;) 45 15 38, 8 owm' Summl Banyan Avenue Summil m m lmm mm 10 18-~ Route 30 Freewa' hland Ave lO Figure 18 Zone 9 Traffic Distribution Legend ~1. - Zoae L~attee !0 - Percent TolFro4~ Ptok4lt Road 22 14 Street :36 21 16 16' 12 31 1 Summi Banyan Avenue Summit 12 d I0~ 37 12 19,~ hland Average Figure 19 Zone 10 Traffic Distribution LeRend 10 - Po~co~t To/Fro~B ProJ~t Road 27 21 I 54 20-a Ihlapd Figure 20 Zone 1'i Traffic Distribution Legend ~ ~- Zone '4- P~cent TolFro4~ ~o~t ~ ~'" Road 2~ 60 I 7 16 15 4 4 ',',';;=....,, A 24 5 22l 18, 204 ~land 8 ;. .2 · Figure 21 :: Zone 12 Traffic Distribution LeRend. ~1." Zonn Lo~mflo~ 10 - Pnronnt ToIFro~ Prell! Road Figure 22 Zone 13 Traffic Distribution Lel end ill !- Z,o~ JO- Porcoflt To/Froe Project Road 241h Street 8 Summit 16 ti 48 Route 30 Highland 13 Figure 23 : Zone 14 Traffic Distribution Legend ?. ~1 la LOOltJOe "Po~oo~t lo/FrOe P~JOot ': / ;: 241h Street 16 ~ 8 I 1 :" Summll ~: Route 30 bland Avenue Figure 24 '*~ .. Zone 15 Traffic Distribution Le.qend Road Figure 25 Zone 16 Traffic Distribution Le.clend ~ - Zone Lo~aflee 10 - Pe~co~t To/From ProJoGt Road 60% From · Resident Iai Zonea 7 Slreel Road 10 Summl Banyan Avenue 3 5 ~land 5 2 Figure 26 Zone 1')' Traffic Distribution Legend lit - Zone Locatl~ ., 10 - Percent To/Fro~ Prelect --2 Road 3 Wilson Avenue 24lh Streel 4 7 9 ower Summi 22 1 3( ~ Avem~ 13 Figure 27 Zone 18 Traffic Distribution · Le.qend J~ - Zoee ~0 - P~oent To/Fro~ P~o~ol Road 3 1 3 I0 1 3 Summ~ 1 5 Figure 28 Zone 1.'3 Traffic Distribution Legend iii - Zone 30~ From ResidentialI [Zones . ~~n can 515 Banyan Avenue Surl',mlt ~land Ave 5 ~u~ . ~ssocioles Figure 29 Zone 20 Traffic Distribution Road Wilson Avenue 24th Slreet · Road 5 5 Summit Route 30 aland Ave Figure 30 Zone 21 Traffic Distribution Legend ~1. - Zone LKIUMt 10 - Pm'ee~! To/Frog, ,leek Road 6 Wilson Avenue 24th Slreet Il 7 ! S~.nmlt 3 10 9 7 4 23 Route 30 Freewa ~land 16 Figure 31 Zone 22 Traffic Distribution. Le.qend '11 - Zaee Leeatloe 10 - Pe~cont To/Froel 'PfoJeot / Wilson Avenue 24lh Street 5 1 ~ 1 58 Summit 5 42 26 ,6 22 Route 30 hland Avenue 14 Figure 32 " Zone 23 Traffic Distribution Legend ~ - Zon, Location JO - Percent To/Frora'.~oleot · Road ! 4 Wilson Avenue 24th Slreel 3 11 1 Summ~ Surnmil 8 g 144 5G 22 ~ hlafld Avefluc ~ 1 14 20 Figure 33 Zone 24 Traffic Distribution Legend ~ !11 - Zone Locltlon tO - Percent To/From Ji~oleol 6 Wilson Avenue 24th Slreet 4 ! 5 ? 23 I 22 ~ 23 Figure 34' Zone 25 Traffic Distribution Legend i - Zone 3 5 7 2 1 18 ~ 18 ]hland Figure 35' Link Locations ~eek Road ~27 5 ? ~40 Wilson Avenue Ireel 17 t8 19 2O 21 22 23 52 Roule53 30 54. ~ bland Avenue . 5~ d3 32 ,t2 Figure 36:. Future "Pass Through" Traffic Estimates 10,Vehir es Per Day(lO(~O's) I ,reek Road w,~_~n _.m~e,__nu~ I.o I.o 1o IP ' Road El~nyan__Avenue Sum,,~it 550 Route' 30 5GO Highland Avenue ,tOp. 3~) tQO ,~0 5. Cumulative Traffic Conditions Substantial additional development is presently planned in the study area. To assess future traffic conditions, existing traffic is combined with traffic from other surrounding development and future "pass through" traffic to determine ~cumulative traffic volumes. Cumulative Daily Traffic Volumes Figure 37 shows the future daily traffic forecasts with the Route 30 Freeway. The future daily traffic volumes were compared with the capacities for the various roadway configurations shown in Table 7 to determine the required number of lanes needed to accommodate the projected volumes. Figure 38 shows the recommended n~mher of through travel lanes. Cumulative Intersection Capacity Utilization Figure 39 shows the 18 intersections analyzed for peak hour traffic conditions. To determine future intersection operations, peak hour traffic volumes from antic.ipated development are added to existing traffic volumes and "pass through" volumes. Intersection Capacity Utilization values for cumulative traffic volumes for intersections in the vicinity are shown in Table 8. Intersection geometrics shown in Table. 8 are the number of lanes needed to accommodate the cumulative traffic volumes at a Level of Service D or better operation during the evening peak hour. Traffic Sicnal Warrants Traffic signal warrants have been adopted by the Federal Highway Administration and CalTrans. These warrants are based upon the eighth highest hour volumes in a day. It is assumed by CalTrans that the eighth highest hour is 62.5 percent of the peak hour, and the peak hour is generally 10 percent of the daily traffic. Thus, the signal warrants can also be expressed in terms of daily traffic volumes. Rural traffic volume warrants are utilized when the 85th percentile speed of the major street traffic exceeds 40 miles per hour or when the intersection lies within the built up area of an isolated community having a population of less than 10,000. Table 9 shows the signal warrants in tel-ms of daily traffic volumes. When calculating signal volume warrants, the volumes of both the major and minor street must meet or exceed those listed in Table 9. Determining the major street daily signal warrant volume involves calculating the number of daily vehicles approaching 53 the intersection on both major street legs; usually the daily approach volume is 50 percent of the street's daily two-way volume on each leg. Finding the minor street daily signal warrant volume involves calculating the m,~mher of daily vehicles approaching the intersection on only the highest volume leg; usually the daily approach volume is 50 percent of the street,s two-way daily volume. If the minor street forms a tee intersection with the major street, then the minor street volume is the highest volume because there is no other volume. It should be noted that signals should be installed only when warranted and that installation of unwarranted Signals can increase accident potential, energy consumption, and air pollutant emissions, while costing governmental jurisdictions approximately $500 per month for maintenance and utilities. Figure 38 shows the recommended intersection controls for the circulation'system in the.study area. 54 6. Internal Circulation As is the case for any roadway design, the County of San Bernardino and/or the City of Rancho Cucamonga should periodically review traffic operations in the vicinity once the projects are constructed to assure that the traffic operations are satisfactory. As the projects become more defin£tive, ~he following guidelines should be incorporated into the project design. Listed below for more detailed planning are recommended guidelines for the development. Internal Desiqn Guidelines for Residential DeveloDment 1. Local streets should have a minimum radius of 250 feet (25 m,p.h..~design .speed) j ... ... 2. Cul-de-sacs should not exceed 1,000 'feet'in length to facilitate emergency access. 3. Long straight roadway str. etche.s,.should be avoided to discourage excessive speeds and thereby reduce safety hazards. 4. Adjacent intersections along the same street, but on opposite sides, should be offset a minimum of 150 feet centerline to centerline on collector and local streets. 5. Streets grades should not exceed 15 percent. Steep grades do not pose major problems but do increase braking distances, vehicle delay, and the likelihood of accidents. 6. Streets should intersect at as near to a right angle as. possible, and at not more than a 15 degree skew. 7. Streets should intersect others on the outside rather than the inside of a horizontal curve. 8. Streets should not intersect on a crest vertical curve. 9. Schools should be located on low volume local streets and not on collectors. 10. Landscape plantings and signs should be limited in height within the vicinity of project driveways to assure good visibility. 61 Residential Desiqn Guidelines for Fire Safety and Emergency Access The guidelines listed below have been recommended by the California Department of Forestry in the May, 1980 publication entitled, Fire Safety Guidelines for Residential Development i__n California. 1. At least two different ingress-egress routes should be included except as noted under the cul-de-sac discussion. 2. Limit cul-de-sacs length based on hazard severity classifications to 1,000 feet for moderate, SOO feet for high, and 600 feet for extreme. Cul-de-sacs should be terminated by a turnaround. 3. Street grades should be limited to lS percent except for short distances when top0graphic"conditions make moderate grades, impractical~ ..Any ~9ad. grade, in excess 0f 20 .... Percen~,'ho ma'tter nonskid surface. 4. No street, or turnaround road, should have a center line radius or curvature of less that 50 feet. 5. Vertical curves and dips in the roadway should have a radius of not less than 50 feet. 6. Bridges should have a minimum load limit of 40,000 pounds (20 tons), and be no narrower than the driving portion of the road serving each end. Major ingress-egress roads in subdivisions should have a minimum !cad limit cn bridges cf 80,000 pounds (40 tons). 7. To facilitate fire location and to avoid delays in response, all roads, streets, and buildings should be designated by name or street number signs clearly visible from the main travelled roadway. Internal Design Guidelines for Commercial Development 1. Pedestrian walkways should be provided which separate pedestrian/vehicle conflicts. The conflicts seldom lead to accidents because of the iow speeds; however, it is clearly desirable to separate vehicles and pedestrians whenever possible. 2. The traffic aisles which interconnect parcels are desirable; however, the aisles should have sufficient turns so that "through street" effects do not exist. Long stretches of straight travelway invite higher speeds. The maximum length of straight travelways should not exceed 300 or 400 feet when possible. 3. Circulation within the parking areas should allow relatively free flow of vehicular traffic with no constrictions. 4. The aisles should be placed in such a way Ghat it is easy to reach any destination within a property after entering any driveway. Commercial Access Desiqn Guidelines 1. Access roads and/or driveways for the commercial developments should be located at least 200 feet apart and at.least ~200 feet from the nearest intersection. · 2. Driveways to retail commercial should .be curb-return type with at least 35 foot radius.· 3. Driveways should .be at least 28 ·feet wide, and. preferably 30 to 35 feet wide, so that an entering vehicle does not interfere with an exiting vehicle. Narrower driveways lead to conflict between entering and exiting vehicles, causing one to stop and wait for the other. 4. The first parking stall which is perpendicular to a driveway, or first aisle juncture, should be at least 40 feet back from the curb. The reason for this recommendation is to provide a queueing area off street so that if a vehicle is parking or unparking in the stall nearest the street, there is room for at least one vehicle to queue while waiting for the other vehicle to park. Without this provision, vehicles will queue into the street. 5. To provide for sufficient site access and yet minimize the n-mher of required access locations, joint site access with adjacent sites should be encouraged in the planning of site development. 6. Landscape plantings and signs should be limited in height within the vicinity of project driveways to assure good 63 Appendix Appendix A - Explanation and Calculation of Intersection Capacity Utilization APPENDIX A EXPLANATION AND CALCULATION OF INTERSECTION CAPACITY UTILIZATION EXPLANATION AND CALCULATION OF INTERSECTION CAPACITY UTILIZATION (ICU) The ability of a roadway to carry traffic is referred to as capacity. The capacity is usually greater between intersections and less at intersections because traffic flows continuously between them and only during the green phase at them. Capacity at intersections is best defined in terms of vehicles per lane per hour of green. If capacity is 1600 vehicles per lane per hour of-green, and. if .the green phase is 50 percent of the cycle and there are three lanes, then.~the capacity is 1§00 times 50 percent times 3 The technique 'used to compare-the volume and .capacity at an intersection is known as Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU). ICU, usually expressed as a percent, is the prOPortion' of an hour required to provide sufficient capacity to accommodate all intersection traffic if all approaches operate at capacity. If an intersection is operating at 80 percent of capacity, then 20 percent of the signal cycle is not used. The signal could show red on all indications 20 percent of the time and the signal would just accommodate approaching traffic. ICU analysis consists of (a) determining the proportion of signal time needed to serve each conflicting movement of traffic, (b) summing the times for the movements, and (c) comparing the total time required to the total time available. For example, if for north-south traffic the northbound traffic is 1600 vehicles per hour, the southbound traffic is 1200 vehicles per hour, and the capacity of either direction is 3200 vehicles per hour, then the northbound traffic is critical and requires 1600/3200 or 50 percent of the signal time. If for the east- west traffic 30 percent of the signal time is required, then it can be seen that the ICU is 50 plus 30, or 80 percent. When left turn phases exist, they are incorporated into the analysis. The critical movements are usually the heavy left turn movements and the opposing through movements. Level of service is used to describe the quality of traffic flow. Levels of Service A to C operate quite well. Level of Service C is typically the standard to which rural roads are designed, and level of Service D is the standard to which urban roadways are typically designed. Level of Service D is characterized by fairly restricted traffic flow. Level of Service E is the maximum volume a facility can accomodate and will result in possible stoppages of momentary duration. Level of Service F occurs when a facility is overloaded and is characterized by stop-and-go traffic with stoppages of long duration. A description of the various levels of traffic service appears on the following page, along with the relationship between ICU and level of traffic service. The ICU calculation assumes that an intersection is .. ...... signaliz~ed Although calculating ICU for an unsignalized intersection is invalid, the presumption is that a signal can be installed and the calculation shows whether the geometrics are capable of accommodating the expected volume with a signal. It is possible to have an ICU well below 100 percent, yet have severe traffic congestion. This would occur if one or more movements is not getting sufficient green time to satisfy its demand, and excess green time exists on other movements. This is an operational problem which should be remedied. Capacity is often defined in terms cf roadway width; however, standard lanes have approximately the same capacity whether they are 11 or 14 feet wide. Our data indicates a typical lane, whether a through lane or a left turn lane, has a capacity of approximately 1750 vehicles per hour, with nearly all locations showing a capacity greater than 1600 vehicles per hour per lane. This finding is published in the August, 1978 issue of ITE Journal in the article entitled, "Another Look at Signalized Intersection Capacity" by William Kunzman. For this study, a capacity of 1600 vehicles per hour per lane will be assumed for both through and left turn lanes. The yellow time can either be assumed to be completely used and no penalty applied, or it can be assumed to be only partially usable. Total yellow time accounts for less than 10 percent of a cycle, and a penalty up to three percent is reasonable. On the other hand, during peak hour traffic operation the yellow times are nearly completely used. If there are no left turn phases, the left turn vehicles completely use the yellow time. If there are left turn phases, the through traffic continues to enter the intersection on the yellow until just a split second before the red. In this study no penalty will be applied for the yellow because the capacities have been assumed to be only 1600 vehicles per hour per lane when in general they are 1750. The ICU technique is an ide~l tool to quantify existing as well as future intersection operation. The impact of adding a lane can be quickly determined by examining the effect the lane has on the intersection capacity utilization. ICU parallels another calculation procedure known as the .Critical Lane-Method.with one exception..Critical . Lane Method dimensions.capacity .in terms of standardized vehicles per. hour per lane.. A Critical Lane Method result of 800 vehicles per hour means that the intersection operates as though 800 vehicles were using a single lane continuously. If one assumes a lane capacity of 1600 vehicles per hour, then a Critical Lane Method calculation resulting in 800 vehicles per hour is the same as an ICU calculation of 50 percent since 800/1600 is 50 percent. It is our opinion that the Critical Lane Method is inferior to the ICU method simply because a statement such as "The Critical Lane Method value is 800 vehicles per hour" means little to most persons, whereas a statement such a "the Intersection Capacity Utilization is 50 percent" communicates clearly. A Critical Lane Method of ICU correspondence table is as follows, assuming a lane capacity of 1600 vehicles per hour. Critical Lane Corresponding Method Result ICU Result 800 vehicles per hour 50 percent 960 vehicles per hour 60 percent 1120 vehicles per hour 70 percent 1280 vehicles per hour 80 percent 1440 vehicles per hour 90 percent 1600 vehicles per hour 100 percent LEVEL OF SERVICE DESCRIPI'iON Stopped Intersection Delay Per Capgcity I Level of Vehicle Utilization Service Description (Seconds) (Percent) A Level of Service A occurs when 0 to 5.0 0 to 60 p .r~gression .is exti~ly favor-uble an~ most vehicles arrive during the gree~ p~se. Most vehicle~ do not stop at all. Short cycle lengths may also contribute to low delay. B ~..v.el of Service B generally occurs 5.1 to 61 to 70 wlr-~, g.ood p~3ression and/or short cycle lengths. More vehicles stop than for LOS A, causing higher levels of average..delay. C Level of Service generally results when 15.1 to 71 to 80 the~.e is fair. progr.es.sion and/or longer · 25.0 ~allUreS "may neg~n' to" ~ 'in th~s ": ............ .. l. evel.. .The number of vehicles stopping ls'sxg~. %.f~cant a~ this level~ although m~n..y s~l±l pass r_~rough the intersection w~noun stoRping ....... D Lev.el of Service D genarally results in 25.1 to 81 to 90 · notloo~hle congestion. I~nger delays 40.0 may result from some c~mbination of unfavormble progression, long cycle len~, or high volume to capacity r~r-~os. Many vehicles stop, and the propg, rtion of vehicles non stopping are E Level of Service E is considered to be 40.1 to 91 to 100 the l~m~t of acceptmhle delay. These high delay values generally indicate poor progression, long cycle lengths, and high volume to capacity ratios. Individual cycle failures are frequent F Level of Service F is considered to be 60.1 + 100 + unacceptable to most drivers. This condition often occurs with over- saturation, i.e., when arrival flow rates exceed the capacity of the inter- s .e~ion. It may also occur at high volume to capacity ratios below 1.00 with many Lnaividual cycle failures. Poor progression and long cycle lengths may also be major contributing causes to such delay levels. Source: "Highway Capacity Manual" Special Report 209, Transportation Board, Natiork~l R~search Council, Wa~J~3~on, D.C., 1985, Pages 9-4 to 9-5. March 9, 1989 Mr. Keeton K. Kreitzer, Principal Environmental Perspectives Post Office Box 868 Santa Ana, CA 92702 Dear Mr. Kreitzer: This ' letter' presents ~'intersection -geomet-rics *needed-. to accommodate intersections at a Level of Service C or better during the evening peak hour for the North Etiwanda Study Area Traffic Analysis (revised January 23, 1989). The intersection of Cherry Avenue/ Duncan Canyon Road will require two eastbound left turn lanes to reduce the Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU)/Level of Service (LOS) from 90/D to 76/C. The intersection of Cherry Avenue/Devore Freeway NB Ramps will require two southbound left turn lanes to reduce the ICU/LOS from 85/D to 76/C. Should you have any questions, or if we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to call. Sincerely, KUNZMAN ASSOCIATES #1433c cc: Mr. Jess Harris, Land/Plan/Design Group IgTERSECTI~: CI~ERRY AVENUE CHS) AT OUHr'AN CANYOH ROAD RUN TITLE: HORTH ETIUANDA STLE)T AREA TRAFFIC ANALYSIS IHTERSECTIC~I VOLL~ES AND CAPACZTY UTILIZATION MOVEMENTS LANES CAPACTTY EXISTING PROJECT TOTAL HT Z 3200 0 0 280 810 280 810 10 29' SL 1 1600 0 0 20 20 20 20 7 7~ ET 2 3200 0 10 S90 620 590 630 25e 25 ICU IS THE SL~ OF 'THE CRITICAL MOV[MEI~TS, OENOTED BY AN ASTERISI: (~') II~TERIEETION: CHERRY AVENUE (NS) AT DEVORE FREEUAY NB P.~$ EL .... 2 ]200 0 30 460 10'~0 ~60 1060 1 ~ 76 lEU tS TNE $L~ OF THE CRITICAL HOVE~ENTS, DENOTED 81' AN AITERI~I( THE TURNING HOVEHENTS ADD TO THE TflROUGN VOLLINES i.~EN THERE ARE NO TURNING LANES, N: NORTH, S: SOUTH, E: EAST, U: U~ST T: THROUGH, R: RIGHT, L: LEFT Prooect Name : Un~vers~tv Village Ane. lysi? Year = 1995 Temperature = 75 EMPAC7 VERSION : EMFACTC ... 1/4/87 ~.nit" Type Trip Rate Size Tot Trips D;.'~.- '' Single Family Hous~r.g 10.F)/Unit 1.--'.~2 I_-.S2Ci Nein=hborhood Commercial 120. )/lr~cx] Sqf 115 13800 School 1. O/Student 500 500 Resident i e. 1 Commercia] Home--Wot k Home-Shop Home-Or her Wot k Nen-Wz, r Trio L_n~=h ~.S 3. 5 2 S ~ 5.5 % Started Cc, ld BB.2 40. 1 58.0 77.2 2T.'.' Percent Tr~p 27.5. 2:.2 Vehicle TypE, F'orcer, t Tvpg, Lea. dc-:d Unl¢~a~od L~ght Duty ~ut~s 72. S ~.5 95.~ 2.~ Medium Du~y Trucks 4.~ 5.9 94.2 Mot orc~'c 1 es F',-o_~ect Emissions Re~ort in Lb/Day Unit Type TOG ~O NOX Single Family' Housing 180.4 1600o2 280,1" Neighborhood Commerc~ al 147. 1 1264.6 262.8 School 5.4 46.7 EM~-ACTPC EMISSION FACTOPS VERSiOn,! :EMFACTC . .. 1,"~ YEAR : 1985 TEMPERATURE : 75 PERCENT VMT COLD : 26.8 PERCENT VMT HOT : 20.3 GRAMS PER MILE Speed TOG CE, NOX ]0 MP'H ~ . ~0 19.92 2.4i Idle Emission Factors Total Organic Gas~ 0.42 Gram~/Mlnute CarDon Monoxide 5.10 Grams/Minute Nitrogen Oxide, 0.22 Grams/Minute CONSTRUCTION EI(ISSIONS Emission Factors for Heavy-Duty Diesel-Powered Comstruction Equipment POLLUTANT {gm/hr) Type Of Carbon Exhaust Nitrogen Sulfur Equipment Monoxide Hydrocarbons Oxides Oxides Particulate Tracktype 157.01 55.06 570.70 62.3 50.7 Tractor - Wheeled 1622.77 85.26 575.84 40.9 61.5 Tractor -- 158 7S Wheeledb) -- -- Dozer Scraper 568.19 128.15 1740.74 210 184 Motor 68.46 18.07 24.43 39 27.7 Grader Wheeled 259.58 113.17 858.19 82.5 77.7 Loader Tracktype 91.15 44.55 375.22 34.4 26.6 Loader Off-Highway 816.81 86.84 1889.16 206 116 Truck Roller 137.97 30.58 392.9 30.5 22.7 Miscel- 306.37 69.35 767.3 64.7 63.2 laneous a) Source: EPA-AP-42, Volume II, September 1985 b) The wheeled dozer HC/CD/NOx emissions are included in the off-highway tr category. Emission Factors for Heavy-Duty Gasoline-Powered Construction Equipment POLLUTANT (gm/hr) Evapo- Crank- Carbon Exhaust rative case Type of Mono- Hydro- Hydro- Hydro- Nitrogen Sulfur Partic- Equipment oxide carbons carbons carbons Oxides Dioxide ulates Wheeled 7.03 10.9 lractor 4320 164 30.9 32.6 195 Motor 5490 186 30.0 37.1 145 .. 7.59. 9.4 Grader Wheeled 7060 241 29.7 48.2 235 10.6 13.5 Loader Roller 6080 277 28.2 55.5 164 8.38 ll.B Miscel 7720 254 25.4 50.7 187 10.6 11.7 . laneous ~u~t Emissions 1.2 tons per acne are of construction per month of activity, or 110 lbs. per acre per working day. Source for all above data: EPA-AP-42, Volume II, September 1985 APPENDIX A i]]ii]l/[ [i~' "[ iii~ ~i. ' I ~ii ~i' 'iiiiT--ii[iii"" 'iii ~ili"i}i~iii' 'i }ii iii"i~ ~i ii' 'i~ ~ii' 'i~ i~ i' l [ ~ i~iii' I i ~ ~ [ ~i'' ~ ~ ~ ~ '-[[~[lii[}~ii" [ ~i}" ~ii[ :.i" [ ~iii' 'i~i~ii'-i ~ii' I:l.. .... ii]iii--'iii}ii-[i~ili*'i~iiiii-i~iiii"i~i'T. ~'ii"i~i~iii-iii iii' 'i}i~i' '[i~i'-i}~ii" ~ ~i~' 'i~-[i~iii' i]~ii-'i ~ili' EMFAE7F'C E. I~oIt.,~. FAC~TDRE YEAR : 1990 TEMPERATURE : 75 PERCENT VMT COLD : 28.0 PERCENT VMT HOT : 19.0 GRAMS PER MILE Sp~d TOG CO NOX x{'~_. MPH 1. O~ 1 i . .~'8 i. 70 Idle Emission Factors Total Organic Gases O. 19 Grams/Minute Carbon Monoxide 1.98. Grams/Minute ~itrogen Oxide 0.17 Grams/Minute I· EMFA£TPC EMISSiO~ FACTORS VERSION :EMFACTC ... 1/4/87 YEAR : 1995 TEMPERATURE : 75 I. F'ERCEWT VMT COLD : 28.0 PEP. CENT VMT HOT : 19.0 GRAMS PER MILE ~ S~ee~ TOG CO NOX ~ Idle Emission Factors Total Organic Gases O. 16 Grams/Minute Carbon MooQxi de 1.~3 Gr a~s/P;i nut e .... 1. Sitm VariaDles U= 1.5 M/S ZO= I!)E,(' CM B~G= 150.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= P STABILITY VSi 0.0 CM/S MIXH= i000.0 M AMB= 0.0 PPM SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 1~.0 DEGREE (C) ~ Li Descr~ pti on LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M~ * EF DE_qCRI PTI ON * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VPH (G/MI) A. 1 0 0 0 52~ AG 240 10. t. 0.0 ~. Z 0 0 -Z05 0 A~ 21~0 10. ~ 0.0 .D- 4 ...... '] ,] :,AS 0 AG 3870 ' O. 0 ........ ,.- . . . - . . ,, .. lv,.~ ..... . × y Z RECEPTOR 1 -24 24.4 1. RECEF-']'OR 2 3.:, 30 1.7. RECEPTOR 3 ~(i 60 1.3 RECEPTOR 4 REPEF'TOR 5 -60 -~0 REPEPTOR 6 RECEPTOR 7 -~0 RECEPTOR 8 30 -30 1. RECEPTOR 9 60 -~0 1.3 REPOT.:T FOR FiLE : H!GHLA;;Z, 1. Site Variables U= 1.5 M/S ZO= 1(~8.0 CM BRG= 150.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILIT f VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= lO00.O M AMS= ADO PPM SIGTH= 2¢).0 DEGREES TEMP= lq.O DEGREE (C) 2o Link De~'crip~_ion LIN~:] * LINK CODRDINATES (M) * DESCRIPTION * Xi Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VPK <G/M!) 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Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES {M> * EF .E~R!~TIO;4 * X1 ',~1 X2 Y2 · T)'PE VF'H (G/MI) (M: ....................................... i ..... , .... , .... 2_,_~,% ........... 1 0 0 0 244 AG -,10~ ' 1~.4 C. - '~ 0' '0 -244 AG 510 15..I O. '..' - c-. 7. 0 ~': -2,;4 A AG 4A~', iS. 4 "' ". 4 · '] 0 244 0 AG ~0 1 ~. zi 0. "~ L F,: E.TF'L DCL] ACCT SF'Z. EFI }DT] ;1' L INi. * (M) (M) ~M) <SEC) (SEC> (MF'H) NCYC NDLA VPHO (G/MIt'J) (SEC) (SE A. 0 0 0 O. Ii) 0 ..0 0 0 0 0 O. 0 O. C: ,i'. 'i B. 0 I'l Ii; O. 0 O. 0 0 0 0 cZ) 0.0 O. 0 O. < C. 0 0 0 O. 0 lli. 0 0 0 C ,ii O. 0 Ii.. 0 D. 0 0 ii* 0.0 '}. 0 :} 0 0 0 O. 0 0.0 ,>..1 --:.. ReceD{or Coordinates X y Z RECEPTOR 1 SI], 3A 1 . RECEF'TOF: 2 ~-']' 60 RECEPTOR 7_, -~0 -~.O 1 ~,, RECEF'TOF. 4 --~0 -60 I 3 RECEPTOR 5 -30 30 1 RECEPTOR 6 -60 60 i 3 RECEPTOR 7 30 -~0 1 3 RECEPTOR ~ 60 -60 1 REPOFT FOR FILE : CHERRY2 !. Eit~. Va. rzabl~,s U= 1.5 M/S ZO= li:,8.0 OM BRB= 180.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= 1000.0 M AMB= 0.0 PPM SIGIH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 19.0 DEGREE -.~ Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF H DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VPM (G/MI) (M> A. 1 ~- 0 0 24,'~ AG 5570 10. ~ O. 0 42.0 B. 2 0 0 '0 -24z, AG 54-00: 10.6 0.0 42.0 C. : ", 0 -244 0 AG ~&5(:' 10. ~ ,'~ 0 42. D. 4 0 0 244 . 0 AG 1080 10.6 ¢.: 42. · * MIXW · ": .... ' ......... ' ' ' ...... , "· ' · L R: E, TP ~ DCL~ P, CC% SPD EF I I DT: LIN;: * (M) (M) ([%' (SEC) (SEC) (MPH) NCY'C NDLA VF'HO (G,,'MIN) (SEC) A. 0 0 0 O. 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 O. 0 O. 0 O. (' B. 0 ¢ 0 ¢.i- 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 D. 0 ¢' 0 O. Il, O. 0 -~ 0 0 0 O. ,: ~; . ''~ '1'. 'J 5. Receptor Coordin~tee > Y Z RECEF TOR 1 ,.cO 30 l. 3 RECE:'TO;' £ 60 60 ! . 5 RECEFTOR 5 -30 -30 1.5 RECEPTOR 5 -50 30 1.5 RECEPTOR ~ -~0 ~0 i · 3 RECEPTOR 7 50 -~0 1 · ~ : RECEPTOR 8 60 -60 1 · 3 REF'DRT FOF: FILE : CHERF:YT. 1. E. itm Vmri-a~.les O= 1.5 r'h,'S ZO= I OSo 0 BRG= 180.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH: 1000.0 M AMB= A.O PPM SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMF'= 19.0 DEGREE 2. Link Dz, scri;~tion LI~JK * LIN~:: COORr, INATES (M) * DESCR I F'TI Of,' ~ X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VF'H ................................... ~ ....... ~---- ......... ~ .... A. I ¢ 0 0 244 AG 7870 LIN~ * (~i) ~M.' <K) (SEC) (SEC) (MPH) NCYC IqDLA VF'H} X y RECEPTOR ! 50 30 1.5 RECEPTOR 6(, 60 I . 5 RECEPTOR 5 -30 -30 1.3 RECEPTOR ~ -60 -60 1.3 RECEPTOR 5 -30 30 i. 3 RECEPTOR 6 -60 60 1.3 RECEPTOR 7 50 -30 1.5 RECEPTOR 8 60 -6 ] 1.3 REPOF.] FOF FiLE : 24TH 1. Sit6 Variables U= 1.5 M/S ZO= 108.0 CM BRG= 1S0.0 DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY · VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= lOOi:,.O M AMB= 0.0 F'PM SIGTH= 2A.0 DEGREES TEMP= 19.0 DEGREE (C) 2. Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF H l~ DESCRIPTION ~ ~1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYPE VPH (G/MI> (M) tM) A. 1 ili 0 Ii) -366 AG 2] 90 10. ~ '). 0 3~. 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I 0.0 O. i 0.0 RECPT 3 * 0.~ * ~' * 0. = ~ I 0.0 0. 1 0.0 RECPT 5 * 0.2 * 15~ * 0.0 0. i 0. 1 0.0 RECPT 7 * 0.2 * 292 * 0.0 O. 1 0. 1 0.0 MODEL ~'ESULT~ FOR F]EE '6HEF.:RY2 ~ PRED ~WItJD ~ COCN/LINF: ~ CC, i..;~ e BF:D ~ tF'F'M) RECEF'TOF: ~ (PF'M) ~(DEG)~ A B C D REEF] ! 1.3 + 24~ ~ 0.6 O. 1 0.7 O. i RECF'T 2 + 0.9 · 246 * 0.4 0.0 0.4 0.0 RECF'T 4 ~ 0.9 ~ 25 * 0.4 O. i 0.4 0.0 RECF'T 5 * 1.6 * 157 * 0.- 0.7 0.7 ¢,.0 REEF'T 6 ~ ~'.9 · 155 * 0.1 0.4 0.4 0.0 ri3. DEL RESULTE FOR: FiLE CHERRY---. * PRED .*WIND * COCN/L!NK '* CONC * BRG * (FF'M) RECEPTOR * (PPM) *(DEG)* A B C D RECF'T 1 * 2.2 m 247 e 1.5 F. i 0.5 0.1 RECPT 2 ~ 1.5 * 246 * ('.B C). i 0.5 0.0 RECF'T 3 * 2.5 * 25 * 1.4 0.4 0.5 0.0 RECF'T 4 * 1.5 * 2i * ').8 0. 1 C).% 0.0 RECF'T 5 + 2. 1 * 151 * 0.6 1.0 0.5 0.0 RECPT 6 * 1.5 * 155 * ').6 0.4 0.2 0. 1 RECF'T 7 * 2.0 * 357 * 1.4 0.4 0.1 0.2 RECP.T 8 * I ~ ~ 316 * 0.5 0.4 MODEL RESULTS FOR FILE 24TH ~ CONE * BAG - (F'PM:, RECEF'TOR * (PPM) * (DEG)* A 'B C RECFT 1 * O. 7 * 197 ~- O. 5 O. 0 RECPT 2 ~ 0.4 * 204 * 0.5 0.0 RECP] 3 * 0.7 ~ .c¢~ . 0.4 0. 1 ').2 RECF'T 4 · 0.4 * 65 * 0.5 ').0 r. 1 RECF'T 6 ~ 0.5 ~ 156 ~ O.C 0.2 0.0 . REPORT FOR FILE : SUMMIT1 1. Site Variables U= 1.5 M/S 70= 108.0 CM BRG= 180.i1~ DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= 1000.0 M AMB= 0.0 PPM SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 1~.0 DEGREE (C) 2. Link Description LINK * LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF DESCRIPTION * X1 Y1 X2 Y2 * TYF'E VPH (G/MI) B. 2 0 0 -505 0 A6 10 i3.4 · L ~ STFL DCLT ACCT SPD ' EINK ' * (M) (M) ~' {~M} (SEC)'"'(SEC) (MPH~' NCYO~ NDLA VPHO A. 0 0 0 0.0 O. 0 0 0 0 0 O. 0 ," 'f Z RECEPTOR ! 30 30 1 3 RECEF'TO& 2 RECEPTOR 3 RECEP] 0R 4 RECEF'TO~' 5 RECEPTOR RECEF'TO~: RECEF'TOR 8 60 -60 1.3 REF'DF.T FDF: FiLE : SUMMIT2 i. Site Variahle.~ U= 1.5 M/S '-'D= 10cJ.O CM BRG= 180.C, DEGREES VD= 0.0 CM/S CLASS= F STABILITY VS= 0.0 CM/S MIXH= 1000.0 M AMB= 0.0 PF'M SIGTH= 20.0 DEGREES TEMP= 19.0 DEGREE (C) 2. Link Description LINK ~ LINK COORDINATES (M) * EF H 14 DESCRIPTION * X1 YI X2 Y~ * TYPE VPH <G/MI) (M) (M> A. 1 0 0 0 305 AG 220 10.6 O. 0 19.0 B. 2 () 0 -505 0 AG 240 10.6 (..C 19.0 C. _. 0 0 ~05 0 AG 780 1~.4 ,],.C. 19.0 D. 4 0 0 305 0 AG 1060 10.6 0.0 19.0 U. Receptor Coordinates RECEPTOR 1 30 30 1.5 RECEF'TOF: 2 6'_] ~.C' I. ]: RECEPTOR 3 -30 -50 1.5 RECEPTOR 4 -60 -60 1.3 RECEPTOR. 5 --3111 30 i · 3 RECEPTOR 6 -60 aO I · 5 RECEPTOR 7 30 -50 1 · 5 RECEF'TOR 8 60 -60 1 . 5 Map A-1 SASE L~.[ :FOOTN. ILL 8LYD- R~C~O L.A. UPLAND CUCAMONGA / COUNTY MONT ONTAR}O FONTANA CHINO S.S. ~ RIVERSIDE COUNTY COUNTY COUNTY ~ SAN BERNARDINOCOUNTY ~ ORANGE COUNTY North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program Regional Context Proposed Land Use/Conceptual Lot Layout Plan LEGEND SINGLE FAMILY 7200 SF = MINIMUM LOT SIZE 95.58 ACRES 241 DU 2.52 DENSITY 0 LOTS ARE LESS THAN 7500 SF 241 LOTS ARE GREATER THAN 7500 SF SINGLE FAMILY 7200 SF = MINIMUM LOT SIZE 153.08 ACRES 419 DU 2.74 DENSITY 35 LOTS ARE LESS THAN 7500 SF (-'6 ACRES) · c~ 384 LOTS ARE GREATER THAN 7500 SF (--94 AC SINGLE FAMILY 7200 SF = MINIMUM LOT SIZE 162.21 ACRES 579 DU 3.57 DENSITY 164 LOTS ARE LESS THAN 7500 SF (~--27 ACRES 415 LOTS ARE GREA~c.H THAN 7500 SF {""83 A( ~.,.,,,,,, ~ PUBLIC (PARK & ELEM. SGHOOL) No Scale ~'"'"-- .__-J ._ ~ COMMERCIAL NOTE: REFER TO DEVELOPMENT REGULATIO~ FOR DESCRIPTIONS OF ABOVE USES The residential areas are organized around two major "hubs". A "recreation hub" of approximately 14 acres is located at the northerly portion of the site and a "co~--~unity service hub" of approximately 24.5 acres (including an elementary school, park, and retail uses), is located to the south. The relationship of these features is illustrated on Exhibit 2. A statistical summary of the proposed Preliminary Development Plan is presented in Table 1. Table 1 Statistical S,,mmary University/Crest Preliminary Development Plan Max. Planning Gross Base Unit Density Unit Areas Acres Density Sub-Total Bonus~ Totalz A 33.27 3.0 99 10% 109 B1/B2/B33 52.11 3.0 156 10% 172 C 38.15 3.0 114 10% 125 D4 50.64 3.0 152 10% 166 El/E2 96.63 3.0 289 10% 318 F 39.98 3.0 119 10% 131 G 16.47 3.0 49 10% 54 95.58 2.0 191 10% 210 I~ 675.80 0.025 17 10% 19 Commercial 12.66 - - - Totals 1,111.29 1,186 1,304 ~A 10% density bonus has been allowed, based on overall project design eiemen=s that integraue parks, school, open space, =ranis, community services, and residential uses as permitted by the County General Plan. =The unit total for each Planning Area may vary above or below the quantity shown providing the development standards are met for each area and the total unit count does not exceed 1,304 (i.e., the maximum n,,mher of dwelling units allowed if a 10 percent density bonus is applied to each planning area). The applicant is currently proposing a total of 1,239 dwelling units. ~PlanningAreas Bi, B2 and B3 actually contain 64.77 acres of which 12.66 acres are designated for commercial uses and are not counted in density calculations. 'Includes ll.96-acre School/Park area (University/Caryn owned). ~PlanningArea I is planned as permanent open space. Its permitted density of 1 du/40 acres is transferred to the southern portion of the development within Planning Areas A-D. SOURCE: Land Plan Design Group Planning Areas/Neighborhood RECREATION HUB c ~B~ ~ LEGEND ~ B2.~I _D ~ ~O,,N~,y ~' '~ .... ~ ~ M,NO, ~N~,Y '~[~ ~ RECREATION / COMMUNITY ; SERVICE HUBS UNITY HUB A-H NEIGHBORHOOD AREAS A~ ~ NORTH No S~ NOTE: PLANNING AREA ~ IS THE 675 ACRE PARCEL TO THE ~ ~ ~ ~"~'R~"~ NORTH. SEE EXH~ITS 2 & 3 FOR IT~ LOCATION. The Plan includes 675.8 acres in Day Canyon which is proposed as permanent open space. This land area, which extends approximately two miles into the national forest, is intended to protect water resources, minimize fire hazard, provide informal recreation, and serve as an area for University-level natural science study. A total of 19 dwelling units (based on one dwelling per 40 acres now permitted by the General Plan) will be transferred to the University-owned portion of the 435-acre development area. This "transfer of densities" is intended as a means of ensuring that future development on the 675-acre element located in the national forest does not occur. When compared to Table 1 in the proposed Final EIR (refer to page 9 of that document), the project totals have been slightly altered. A~i planning areas reflect minor changes in acreage figures, density and resulting residential development. The Final Development Plan for the subject property is illustrated on Exhibits 3 and 4. As previously indicated, these changes do not constitute significant changes or raise important new issues which would result in potentially significant environmental consequences. The proposed Final EIR addresses the significance of the potential project-related impacts, while this document provides additional information to clarify the differences between the two proposals and ensure that decision-makers are aware of the minor technical changes. It should be understood, however, that although proposed independently as a PDP through the County of San Bernardino, the subject property (i.e., the southerly 435 acres) is an element contained in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan which is located northeast of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, partially within its sphere of influence. That specific plan is being processed th=ough the San Bernardino County Planning Department and encompasses an area of approximately 6,200 acres. The potential impacts associated with that "cumulative" development scenario are addressed in Section VI of this document. As previously indicated, the applicant is proposing several subdivision maps which will be processed concurrently with the Preliminary and Final Development Plans. Table 2 s,,---arizes the characteristics of each of the tentative tract maps proposed. The composite tentative tract maps are depicted on Exhibits 5 and 6. 6 Day Creek Final Development Plan ./ 80URt'Ti~bndlPlanlDe!!gl~ Group EXHIBI? ~,~ble 2 Statistical Tentative Tract Maps 14606 through 15612, 14493 through 14498, 14522 and 14523 10% Unit Total Unit Total Planning Gross Unit Density Calculated wi~h Tract Area Acres Subtotal Bonus + 10% Bonus 14522 A 33.27 99 10 109 116 14493 14494 Bi 52.11 156 16 172 184 14523 B2 14495 B3 14496 C 38.15 114 11 125 131 14497 D 38.68 116 11 127 148 14498 14606 E1 96.63 289 29 318 276 14607 E2 14608 F 39.98 119 12 131 123 14609 14610 G 16.47 49 5 54 20 14611 H 95.58 191 19 210 241 14612 I 675.80 17 2 19 -- School/Park 11.96 36 3 39 Commercial 12.66 ..... TOTAL 1,111.29 1,186 118 1,304 1,239 SOURCE: San Bernardino County Planning Department Tentative Tracts 14606 thru 14612 il -80UffC ~=usc,o,e Williams Lindgren & Sh, ort EXl!lr EXHIBOA The following table presents a comprehensive listing of thc mitigation measures that were developed from thc original 1991 University/Crest EIR. Included in the listing arc the mitigation measures from thc 2001 Supplemental £1R. Thc combined listing of measures provides a complete presentation of the mitigation applicable to the proposed project (all measures that have not been stricken). Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures ......... :, .............. v .................... v,,-d. (5) ...................... ~ (12) .................. (16) (17) v,~m,,,,s. (18) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-1 EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures ............. · .......... · ....................... (35) 7. Landscape plantings and signs shall be limited in height in the vicinity of project roadways to assure good visibility. (36) .................................................. (41) 9. ~' .......................... · ............. (42) ~ (43) ................................................ · (44) ................... · .................................. (45) 13, Deed restrictiou~ regulating the operation of motorized off-road whi~l~s a~d limited trail a*~*~ to n~ture ~nd equestrian tr~il~ ~hall ~ developed with the intent of ~rote~ting the o~en ~pa~e arel~ [rom ~olenti~ll~ ~er~e influen*e~, (46) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are shuck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-2 Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 14. All landscaped areas other than natural open space and fuel modification areas must be irrigated and a separate water meter installed. All final lighting, landscape and irrigation plans shall comply with the requirements of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. (49) 15. The design of subsequent tract and landscape plans for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project shall respond in a comprehensive manner to consider orientation of the structures, plant materials, and design and use of building materials so as to provide adequate landscaping to shade and cool the buildings. Plant materials shall be drought tolerant, native and/or low water consuming species shall be used wherever feasible. The landscape plans shall implement the standards and guidelines established in the Development Agreement text and approved by the City. (50) 16. Thc property owner shall purchase a minimum of 110 acres, consisting of chaparral and coastal sage scrub communities, or its equivalent. Any off-site properly purchases by the applicant shall be approved by the City prior to land disturbance within the project site. Any off-site property purchased for mitigation shall be transferred in fee to an appropriate entity for permanent conservation purposes. An endowment, sufficiently funded to provide for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area, shall be established prior to the commencement of on-site grading activities. (5.2.1 A) 17. The project applicant shall pay an endowment to the appropriate conservation entity required by the City for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area. (5.2.1B) 18. New focused surveys for the SBKR and the California gnatcatcher shall be conducted if construction activities have not commenced prior to the expiration of validity of the Spring 2000 SBKR and California gnatcatcher surveys. Appropriate mitigation as determined in consultation 'with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the Section 10A or 7 permitting process shall be required in the event that new focused surveys identify any endangered or threatened species on-site. (5.2.1 C) 19. Any off-site areas temporarily disturbed by project related activities shall be reseeded. Plant materials shall be those adapted to local conditions. Arrangements shall be made to ensure that plant materials are located and available for scheduled planting time. Sufficient time shall be allocated for a professional seed company to visit the project site during the appropriate season to collect native plant seed. If locale propagules are not available or cannot be collected in sufficient quantities, materials collected or grown from other sources within a 5-mile radius of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project shall be substituted. (5.2.1D) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-3 EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 20. The long-term preservation of a one-half interest of the 172-acre parcel is the principal mitigation included in the proposed project. This off-site property has been acquired jointly by U.C.P. Inc. and the new owners of the Crest properties. Eighty-six acres along with funding to maintain the open space area shall be offered as mitigation for project impacts related to the loss of open space. (5.2.1E) 21. Deed restrictions to future development shall be placed on the 172-acre parcel in order to ensure that it retained as natural open space. (5.2.1F) 22. The project proponent shall purchase 3.22 acres (2:1 mitigation) within the Team Arundo or other approved mitigation bank to compensate for the loss of the 1.61 acres of on-site CDFG jurisdictional waters. (5.2.2A) 23. No direct pedestrian or vehicular access to the Preserve from the project of individual lots shall be permitted. (5.2.3A) 24. Public lighting within the project site shall be installed and maintained in a manner to reduce the effect of night lighting on adjacent open spaces. Specific measures to reduce the effect of night lighting shall include: the use of low intensity street lights. the use of low elevation lighting poles; and/or the shielding of exterior light sources. (5.2.3B) 25. Plant materials utilized in project landscaping shall be of a type or variety compatible with adjacent natural areas. (5.2.3C) 26. Purchase documents for individual residential units within the project site shall include information regarding: -the presence and purpose of the Preserve; - access resixictions to the preserve; - the prohibition of uses within the Preserve; - the effect that domestic pets have on native wildlife populations; and - the effect human activity has on native habitat and wildlife populations. (5.2.3D) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-4 Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 27. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC & Rs) shall be established which limit the installation of excessive night lighting and exterior sound amplification/sound reproduction systems on residential lots located adjacent to the Preserve. (5.2.3E) 28. A solid masonry wall, measuring no less than six feet in height shall be constructed at the property line of any residential lot abutting a natural area. Any such wall shall be constructed without breaks and maintained in a manner to prevent the passage of persons or domestic animals over/under said wall. Other barriers, which meet all the requirements of this measure, may be constructed in lieu of the solid masonry wall. (5.2.3F) : ' · ' ' ..... ' ......... - ......... ' ............... (51) .............. ' .................... (52) 30a. Project shall comply with City's Xeriscape Ordinance. 31. Use of pervious paving material shall bo used whenever feasible (e.g., running/exercise paths through the parks, etc.) to reduce surface water runoff and aid in groundwater recharge. (53) 32. Drought-resistant, fire retardant vegetation shall be used for landscaping and erosion control tn reduce water consumption and promote slope stability. (55) 33. Thispr~jectshallimplementwaterc~nservati~nmeasuresincludinginsta~~ati~n~fl~wv~lumeplumbing~xtures(~nt~ilets~sh~wers~faucets~etc.) emphasizedand shall USewithinCOntrollerSopen space°n publiCareas.area(56)irrigation systems. Off-peak irrigation is encouraged. The use of drought tolerant plant material shall be Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-5 EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures ................................. v ........ :, .................... v ......Pla,,. (58) .... ~ ...... ~ v,",,~o/ .......................... I ..... d,~,,,,b ......f il ...... t,,,~ ~ ......... f ;I ......... I ....... I ..... b .... ~ d,.~,.Io'-¢dv . (60) 37. During construction, the contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all mitigation measures listed in Table 5.1.1 are implemented. Note that to achieve the particulate control efficiencies shown, it was assumed that finished surfaces will be stabilized with water and/or dust palliatives and isolated from traffic flows to prevent emissions of fugitive dust from these areas. In addition, the following water application rates have been assumed: - Roads traveled by autos, rock trucks, water trucks, fuel trucks, and maintenance tracks: up to twice per hour. ' - Roads traveled by scrapers and loaders; active excavation area: up to three times per hour. - Finish grading area: up to once every two hours. (5.1.1A) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-6 EXHIB~'A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 38. All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating conditions so as to reduce' operational emissions. The contractor will ensure that all construction equipment is being properly serviced and maintained. (5.1. I B) 39. The pr°ject shall comply with Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations established by the Energy Commission regarding energy conservation standards. The project applicant shall incorporate the following in building plans: Planting trees to provide shade and shadow to building; Solar or low emission water heaters with combined space/water heater unit; and __ Double-paned glass or window treatxnents for energy conservation shall be used in all exterior windows. (5.1.2A) 40. The project proponent shall determine with the City and the electrical purveyor if it is feasible to pre-wire houses for electrical chargers for EV cars and/or optic-fibers for home offices. If feasible, install EV chargers and/or optic-fibers per the electrical purveyor's direction prior to the Certificate of Occupancy. (5.1.2B) ..... - ..... (62) 42. Any sycamores and oaks removed for the project shall be replaced on site in a sufficient ratio to guarantee ultimate replacement. A tree removal and replacement plan for native trees or plants shall be required prior to issuance of grading permits. In addition, the removal of any vegetation within 200 feet of the bank of a stream or indicated as a protected riparian area on a community or specific plan shall be subject to a tree removal permit. (64) 43. Discontinue construction during second stage smog alerts. (4) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-7 EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures (4a) 45. The dust control measures shall be required for both the grading period and for long-term control of dust once grading has been completed and prior to building construction. (4b) 46. Grading shall be restricted during high velocity sustained wind conditions exceeding 25 mph in accordance with the requirements established by the Inland Empire Conservation District. (4c) 47. Soil binders and stabilizers which are non-hazardous shall be used. (4d) 48. Provide for convenient access to transit stops. Orient the project for transit convenience and accessibility. (5) ...... ~t~ g) (6) 50. Provide for easy pedestrian access, through the maintenance of street lights, curbs, sidewalks, and walk lights. (7) 51. Include transit improvements in the project design, such as bus shelters, benches, and bus pockets in the streets. (8) 52. Provide bikeways and convenient bicycle storage facilities. (9) 53. Require bus turnouts and shelters in commercial developments and public use areas as identified. (10) 54. Include solar water heaters in pool heaters for model homes and community facilities with pools. (11) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-8 Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 55. Use extensive landscaping to shade buildings. (12) 56. If disturbance of areas outside of the project is necessary, this area(s) shall be kept to a minimum and require additional review by the Building and Safety and Planning. This will reduce the area of disturbance at any one time and provide a longer transition period for animals to adjust to habitat losses. (65) ............ - ..... ' ........ (67) 58. Permits from SCAQMD shall be required for grading equipment operations during second stage smog alerts. (69) 59. All graded and disturbed surfaces remaining outside developed area following construction shall be revegetated as soon as possible. Landscape design and plant selection in area directly adjacent to open space shall conform to the composition of surrounding vegetation. The use of native trees and shrub species should closely match those already present with the alluvial fan scrub on-site a-rea:. (70) 60. All off-site grading ~as~,,,~,,~, authorit~y shall be obtained prior to final map recordation and these areas shall be contour graded. The overall shape, height and grade of any cut or fill slope shall be developed in concert with the existing natural contours and scale of the natural terrain of a particular site. (71) 61. The applicant shall retain a qualified vertebrate paleontologist, to be approved by the Planning Division and the County Museum, to develop a Paleontological Resources Impact Mitigation Program (PRIMP). The PRIMP shall be designed to investigate the potential for encountering paleontological resources in areas were excavation will extend 5 feet or more below the surface elevation of the site and shall be reviewed by the Planning Division and the County Museum. This program shall include but not limited to: a. A pre-construction field assessment to locate fossils at surface exposures. Salvage of fossils from known localities, including processing standard sample of matrix for recovery of small vertebrates, and trackway replication. b. Monitoring of excavation in areas where excavation will extend 5 feet or more below the surface elevation of the site by a qualified vertebrate paleontologic monitor. Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-9 EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures d. Identification and curation of specimens into a museum repository with retrievable storage. e. Preparation of a report of findings with an appended, itemized inventory of specimens. The report and inventory, when submitted to th appropriate lead agency, signifies the completion of the program to mitigate impacts to paleontological resources. (73) ........... (st) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are slxuck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. EXHIB~'A" ' Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-Il EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures (82) ....................................... C . (83) ......................................... (84) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-12 Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 66.'' " ' .................. (85) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-13 EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures .... }' .......~' }' .............................................. t~ ? ...................... -49. (86) (89) 71, To facilitate emergency response ~d to avoid delays in respo~se, ~11 ro~ds, ltre~t~, ~nd building~ should be designated by name or street numbers ~i~i ~learly vilible from the mai~ traveled roadway, (~0) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are shuck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-14 Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 72. Maintain LOS C along secondary arterials and collector sweets in the area by restricting parking and controlling access. (TC-1) 73. Landscape plantings and signs shall be limited in height in the vicinity of project roadways to assure good visibility. (TC-2) 74. Local streets should have a minimum radius of 300 feet (25 mph design speed). (TC-3) 75. Cul-de-sacs should not exceed 600 feet in length to facilitate emergency access. (TC-4) 76. Street should intersect at as near to a right angle as possible, and at not more than 10 degree skew (TC-5) 77. Streets should intersect others on the outside curve rather than the inside of a horizontal curve. (TC-6) 78. Streets should not intersect on a crest vertical curve, unless adequate site distance is provided. (TC-7) 79. Design local and collector streets in accordance with applicable standards established by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. (TC-8) 80. At two different ingress/egress routes should be included except as noted under the cul-de-sac discussion in the 1991 Final EIR. (TC-9) 81. No street, or mmaround road shoulder should have a centerline radius or curvature of less than 50 feet. (TC- 10) 82. Vertical curves and dips in the roadway shall be determined based on design speeds established for them. (TC~I 1) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-15 EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 83. Prior to issuance of building permits, the project developer shall pay its fair share contribution to the following improvements: Day Creek Boulevard- Highland Avenue Construct southbound left turn lane Construct southbound free right turn lane Construct eastbound left turn lane Construct eastbound through lane Construct westbound through lane Construct westbound right turn lane with overlap Install mm signal Etiwanda Avenue- Highland Avenue - Construct northbound right tum lane - Construct southbound right turn lane with overlap - Construct westbound through lane Etiwanda Avenue- Victoria Street - Installtraffic signal (5.4.1A) Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are shuck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures 84. While the stated impacts will not occur until 2020, the project proponent shall be required to pay the fair share contribution for the following improvements prior to the issuance of building permits: Day Creek Boulevard/Wilson Avenue Install Traffic Signal Day Creek Boulevard/Summit Avenue Construct southbound right turn lane Construct westbound left turn lane Install traffic signal Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 westbound ramps Install ixaffic signal Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 eastbound ramps Install traffic signal Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are struck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-17 EXHIBIT "A" Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures Etiwanda Avenue/Wilson Street Install traffic signal Etiwanda Avenue/Summit Avenue Install traffic signal Efiwanda Avenue/Base Line Road - Construct northbound through lane - Construct southbound left turn lane - Construct eastbound through lane - Construct eastbound right turn lane - Construct westbound through lane Day Creek Boulevard/Base Line Road to Highland Avenue - Construct four lanes Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 to summxt Avenue - Construct four lanes Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are shuck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A~18 Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Mitigation Measures Day Creek Boulevard/Summit Avenue to 0.3 miles north of Wilson Avenue - Constxuct 2 lanes Day Creek Boulevard/0.3 mile north Wilson Avenue to project boundary - Consa'uct 2 lanes Etiwanda Avenue/terminus to project boundary - Construct 2 lanes Wilson Avenue/0.3 miles east and west of Day Creek Boulevard - Construct 2 lanes Summit Avenue/0.3 miles east of Day Creek Boulevard - Construct 2 lanes (5.4.2A) 85. ' ' · · first.Acquire r~ght-of-way and construct Day Creek Boulevard from H~ghland to Ettwanda prior to 150th building permit or first occupancy, whichever comes Notes: Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are no longer applicable are s~ruck out. Mitigation Measures from the 1991 Final EIR that are still applicable are in bold. Mitigation Measures that are a result of the 2001 Supplemental EIR are in plain text. The number in parenthesis ( ) following each of the original mitigation measures corresponds to the original County Condition of Approval number and/or the mitigation measure from the Supplemental EIR. A-19 ~81 HA8 IT^'I' MITAGA'rION HA BITAT TT 14610 1'T 14612 HABITAT I"1 ITAG^TION HABITAT' ,,,,,,---' I~ITAGATION HABITAT TT 14609 TT I'1 ITAGATION TT 14611 H A Br'r^n" OS OS VACANT SCE TRACT 14139 REVLSED CREST ANt) "HABITAT CONSEIR VAT I 0 N A LTE R N ATI V E" '"~"'° ~,,c,- ,...~,,o. T~NTATIVE TRACTS OF' DEYEt. O~*A,~,LF,. ~ ~NC~ 3:t4(.~,~=.~F- _ A o~ ~.? ~,~-o. ~o~,.,,,~-~o ~"'" '"""';'4o~uJ*o~l AND 14612 ~ h[OI4o~OVER~t~F-N'T' NON-J~FiT RESER',,/o~R, P'J~PIN G ,~TATtO N AND OT~ER WATER D~V~JON ASp£CTS. C~LJF(~J~ spirit of the Sage?buell Protecting and Conservin Biological Diversity, Native Plants, Native Animals and Native Lands Ci~ of Rancho Cucmonga Attn.: Sal Salamr, Project Pla~er 10500 Civic Center Dhve Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 via F~ (909) 477-2847 May 11,2001 ~: Comment on the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates" Development Project - located east of Etiwanda Avenue within the County of San Bernardino and ~phere of influence of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Spirit of the Sage Council (Sage Council) is a 501[c]3 non-profit project and coalition of Native ~edcans, scientists, citizens and enviromental ~oups dedicated to protecting ~d conse~ing America's natural and cult~al heritage, including endangered species, habitats and sacred lands. The Sage Cpuncil has members and supporters that reside in the Ci~ and San Bemardino County who recreate, enjoy and find spiritual renewal in the regi~s natural open spaces, including that area that is subject to the referenced proposed development. The Sage Council has reviewed the Notice of Preparation (NAP), including the enviromental checklist, Prelimina~ Development Plan, Initial Study, Drag Supplemen~l Enviro~enml Impact Report (DSE~) and Tec~ical Appendix for the Proposed Cres~ancho Etiwanda Estates Project Revision submi~ed to the Coun~ and the Dra~ Supplemental Rancho Etiw~da Estates EIR for the project before the Ci~. We have also reviewed and commented on the referenced Etiwanda North Specific Plan (ENSP) that was approved by the Ci~, but not the Coun~ - although the specific plan area is wi~in the Coun~ - including the ENSP Resource Management Plan (~), the CounW's No~h Etiwanda Open Space Habitat Prese~ation Plan (~OS~P), and has been a member of the CounW's Valley-~de Multi-species Habitat Conse~ation Plan (MSHCP) Steering Commi~ee. In addition, we have reviewed, commented and litigated the referenced "UniversiW Project" that ended in an out of co~ settlement where the Coun~ and developer (UCP Inc.) provided additional mitigation of biological impacts to Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub (~SS) habitat by acquiring another 135-acres of habitat for conse~ation, $150,000.00 management fund, a~omeys fees and costs. The additional 135-acres and management fund was given to the non-profit organization The Habitat Trust. The Sage Council and o~ members have a long s~nding interest in the conse~ation of public trust natural resources for this project site, su~ounding habitat area ~d regionally. 30 No~h Raymond Avenue · Suite 302 · Pasadena CA 91103 U.S.A. Tele: 626-744-9932 · ~w,sag~ouncil.com · F~: 626-744-9931 City of Rancho Cucamonga Comments on Rancho Etiwanda Estates ' Page 2 The proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates development (Project) is over 250-acres with 632 residential lots located within the jurisdiction of the County of San Bernardino and sphere of influence of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The Project is entirely within a State designated "Significant Natural Area" and sustains a State designated "very threatened" habitat - Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub (RAFSS) - according to the Natural Diversity Data Base. Additionally, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has designated the habitat area as "critical habitat" for the federally listed California gnatcatcher. The Sage Council is in disagreement with the project proponent's and City's conclusions, environmental determination and findings. Thus, we request that the City deny the Project as proposed and adopt the No Project Alternative. The Project as proposed fails to meet the requirements of CEQA for numerous reasons. The Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project is a NEW project with MAJOR revisions and SIGNII:ICANT IMPACTS that have not been mitigated BELOW A LEVEL OF SIGNIFICANCE, thus requiring a NEW EIR. We are in agreement with the California Department ofFish & Game (CDFG) and the U.S Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) that this is a new project with major significant changes from the "conditionally approved" University/Crest PD and requires a new project level EIR with a legally adequate range of alternatives to the project with appropriate mitigation of impacts to significant biological resources. It is a fair argument that the University/Crest PD never received final approval because the County's mitigation measures, as "conditions," were never met. The County's conditional approval of the University/Crest PD was that approximately 675-acres of habitat were to be acquired and protected as mitigation. To this date those mitigation requirements for negative biological impacts to habitat have not been fully met. The proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, when compared to University/Crest, has a major and significant change to biologica! resources and their negative impacts by significantly reducing the mitigation measures and ratio of habitat replacement for conservation. The Applicant, City and County have failed to provide a feasible range of alternatives for such negative impacts for the concerned public citizen and lead natural resource agencies to select from. Other major revisions include two 1-million gallon water reservoir tanks effecting offsite habitat on the North Etiwanda Habitat Reserve, offsite water pipelines, road construction and offsite drainage channelization with impacts to Etiwanda Creek. The title for the North Etiwanda Preserve (Schedule B Part II, as found in the Project's Technical Appendixes) states that an easement from the City of Los Angeles is for Transmission Line purposes. However, the Project proposes to trespass on the easement to construct a drainage channelization and to construct a water reservoir on adjacent land to extract water resources from the North Etiwanda Reserve and Day Canyon lands. The Sage Council objects. Rather than identifying the Project as a new one and providing a new EIR, the Applicant, City and County attempt to use the prior "conditional" approval of University/Crest yet not require the same mitigation measures that was a significant part of it's condition for- 675-acres of habitat conservation. In reality, the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project is suggesting that in the · City of Rancho Cucamonga Comments on Rancho Etiwanda Estates Page 3 future a 110-acre parcel - on steep slopes far away from the Project site and Etiwanda Reserve System -- will be acquired for mitigation along with "double-dipping" of half share of 172-acre (86-acres) acquired County Flood Control Easement - that has previous encumbrances from levee development mitigation - will suffice and be legal. Obviously, this proposed mitigation is not sufficient or legal. It is unlawful to double-dip mitigation sites. Therefore, the Project Applicant is proposing that 110-acres of offsite steep slope habitat mitigate for the loss of more than 252-acres of globally imperiled habitat. In fact, the state and federal resource agencies, in a letter, have recently requested that the County require a 5:1 mitigation ratio replacement for RAFSS habitat as indicated by their letters on this Project and more recently regarding the County MSHCP/NCCP program - of which the City is party to the MSHCP MOA contract. The Sage Council supports the agencies recommendations that this Project and others in the MSHCP/NCCP and County NEOSHPP planning area be mitigated at a 5:1 replacement ratio (for every 1-acre negatively impacted there must be 5-acres of in-kind habitat conserved). The County and City has been negligent in complying with the agencies requests for conservation of RAFSS, as is indicated in their joint letter (attached) to the County on October 17, 2000; "Since the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the San Bernardino Valley- wide Multiple Species ltabitat Conservation Plan (MSItCP) was signed in 1995, more than 7,000 acres of habitat for listed and sensitive species have been converted to residential, commercial, and industrial development and other infrastructure. The ecosystem processes upon which these habitats and species are dependent has also been impacted by this conversion..." The County and Cities, including Rancho Cucamonga, have fraudulently stated that habitat will be conserved. To date there is no substantial evidence that any has been conserved as a result of MSHCP or NEOSI-IPP efforts and the receipt of $300,000.00 in public funds acquired through U.S. Congressional legislation for the Southern California NCCP. If the City and/or County approves the proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project without the recommended mitigation of 5:1 for habitat impacts it will further the Sage Council's opinion of fraud and objections to the biological impacts. The Sage Council has been in communication with U.S. Senator Boxer regarding the County's and Cities failure to comply and utilize the NCCP Guidelines and Procedures while having accepted NCCP monies. The Sage Council recommends that the City and/or County, besides requiring a new project level EIR, request a Project redesign that would provide the 5:1 mitigation ratio for biological impacts to occur onsite. Appropriate onsite and in-kind habitat mitigation as recommended by the Sage Council and public trust agencies is "feasible," but the Project Applicant and City have failed to provide a Alternative and Design that would comply with the experts recommendations. The City, County and Applicant could meet such mitigation requirements by significantly reducing the Project size and configuration. Valley-wide MSltCP MOU (pg 5.2-6 and 7) - draft supp EIR references the MSHCP and MOU "agreement" (Contract), selecting to quote sections of the approved MOU Agreement related to development review and approval by local jurisdictions. The Sage Council agrees that the City or City of Rancho Cucamonga Comments on Rancho Etiwanda Estates Page 4 County may "process" a project, but in processing a project the local jurisdictions need to demonstrate a "good faith" effort to conserve natural resources as recommended by CDFG and USFWS experts. However, what the Applicant, City and County choose NOT to disclose in the draft supp EIR is misleading. The Contract also states that the cities and County will make a "good faith" effort to conserve habitats and species as identified in the Contract and by the CDFG and USFWS experts. It is unknown where or how the Project proponent, City and its LSA consultants derived that a 1:1 habitat replacement is adequate when endangered or threatened species do not occur onsite (see pg 5.2-11). This statement and assumption by LSA is simply hogwash and misleading to the public. RAFFS, the habitat itself, is to be mitigated for at a 5:1 ratio habitat replacement. CEQA requires that State Significant Natural Areas and S1 "very threatened" habitats be mitigated for as recommended by the lead public trust agencies. If the Project would affect endangered and threatened species require that the City, County or Project proponent apply for a "Incidental Take Permit" under sect 10 of the Endangered Species Act is order to receive an exemption from Section 9 no "take" aspect. Certainly the "advisory" experts at CDFG and USFWS have not agreed to 1:1 habitat replacement. As long ago as 1994 with the ENSP, the CDFG recommended a 5:1 habitat replacement ratio. Also, Rt 30 mitigation was a 3:1 ratio replacement. For this proposed Project the experts at U SFWS have requested a 5:1 habitat replacement ratio - probably because the Project site is within a federally designated "critical habitat" area for the listed California gnatcatcher. The City, County and Applicant have not demonstrated a "good faith" effort and continue to ignore the public trust agencies request for a reduction in the project size, mitigation at a 5:1 replacement ratio for habitat and habitat mitigation to take place onsite. Impacts to Special Interest Species pg 5.2-7 --The Applicant, City and County have not used the species list (Target Species List) that has been prepared by CDFG, USFWS and County - available from County MSHCP contractors at the County Natural History Museum (Dr. Robert Mc Keman and Gerald Braden) - in the Project's biological surveys and assessments. This species list is also found in the County's NEOSHPP documents. The Sage Council requests that the Applicant use the "Target Species List" for biological surveys so that the species negative impacts can be identified and mitigated for in the Project EIR. While the Projects consulting company has been unable to identify the federally listed California gnatcatcher onsite over a year ago does not mean that the songbird does nor forage or breed or otherwise utilize the Project site and surrounding area. The issue of whether or not the songbird occurs onsite is in dispute with the USFWS who has records indicating that the bird has. The California gnatcatcher is also recorded and known to occur on the adjacent North Etiwanda Preserve. The USFWS has designated the Project site and surrounding area as "critical habitat." This federal designation under the Endangered Species Act, as reported in the Federal Register, has not been legally challenged by the City, County or Applicant and remains in affect. Wildlife Movement pg 5.2-9 - "Development of the project site would also alter on-site movement patterns of wildlife which currently utilize the site during foraging and other day-to- day behaviors. Due to development in areas south of the project site, it is likely that regional City of Rancho Cucamonga Comments on Rancho Etiwanda Estates Page 5 wildlife movement in the project vicinity would take place in open space areas north of the site, including the North Etiwanda [Preserve] and National Forest." [added] The City, County and Applicant rightly assume that negative impacts to wildlife movement onsite will emend indirect negative impacts on the fully protected North Etiwanda Preserve. Displacement of wildlife, including the currently established movement of species throughout the region, is a significant negative impact. With less and less habitat available for movement to forage and breed, the Project pushes target species for conservation into a closet living scenario. Incremental, cumulative and regionally collateral losses of habitat increases the threats of extinction. Narrowing of"critical habitat" and species movement is certainly a unmitigated negative impact from this Project. Relying on adjacent habitat to provide a "swath" and mitigate for this Projects negative impacts to wildlife movement is NOT acceptable and is DOUBLE- DIPPING. The North Etiwanda Preserve cannot legally be used AGAIN as mitigation for this Project or any other in the region. This Project does cause SIGNIFICANT NEGATIVE IMPACTS to target species and wildlife movement that is currently unmitigated. The Sage Council requests that the City, County and Applicant significantly reduce the Project and provide onsite habitat to mitigate for such negative impacts and affects. Local and Regional Policies/MSltCP pg 5.2-10 - See our comments above regarding City compliance with VMSHCP approved MOU Contract. County NEOSItPP -- Again the carefully crafted references to the "conditionally" approved University/Crest Project are misleading to the public. The NEOSHPP boundaries include the ama, near and in Day Canyon, that was the mitigation area for the University/Crest Project assuming that it would be acquired in compliance with the County's conditions on that specific Project. The NEOSHPP was approved by the County prior to MWD acquiring the proposed University/Crest mitigation site and additional habitat in Day Canyon totaling approx. 800-acres. At the time of NEOSHPP the County assumed that the university/Crest as conditionally approved would go forward as approved. However, substantial and significant changes in size, design and mitigation have occurred - University/Crest area was sold, project was severed into two separate projects, University section went forward without adequate mitigation or that which was conditionally approved in the University/Crest project, Crest section became the proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project and changed Crest project lot sizes, removed parkJopen space element to residential, changed road circulation, included additional water resource extraction impacts etc.) It is highly questionable for the City and Applicant to assume that the Crest/Rancho Etiwanda Estates project site is not to be considered for impacts on the County approved NEOSHPP conservation area. The Sage Council is in disagreement with the Project assessment. Currently the Project is proposed to be in several phases on approx. 250-acres. To meet the 5:1 mitigation requirements the Applicant should be required to set aside and dedicate 209-acres for conservation of habitat onsite and permitted to develop 41-acres at a higher density - such as a dwelling design for upscale tom houses or condos. There are other feasible Alternatives that may be considered. The City and County should require the elimination of TTs 14607-14612 and half of 14606 area of the proposed development instead, having this vital habitat area conserved City of Rancho Cucamonga Comments on Rancho Etiwanda Estates Page 6 as the mitigation area for biological impacts, including a management budget of at least $275,000.00. We recommend that the Applicant deed this habitat conservation area over to a non-profit conservancy, such as The Habitat Trust (contact legal counsel, Craig Sherman (619) 702-7892). In reducing pan of the proposed Phase I area and eliminating all of Phase II and Phase IH, including Planning Areas or Neighborhoods 1,2,4,5 and 6, the Project would not have to extend the proposed Day Canyon Blvd., erect additional water reservoirs (impacting the N. Etiwanda Habitat Reserve) and impacting offsite habitat areas for phone, water, electricity and gas. In addition, such a reduced development plan would not propose new chanelization impacting offsite habitat and Etiwanda Creek for drainage. The proposed Project, in and of itself, has no economic benefits to the County that would allow a "statement of overriding considerations," nor has the City demonstrated any need or benefit greater than that of upholding the public trust by conserving the extremely rare RAFSS on site that is also a State designated Significant Natural Area. The Project not only negatively affects the MSHCP/NCCP efforts, but also causes a problem with ongoing regional traffic problems, air quality and overburdened school crowding. The highest and best use of the land is for habitat and natural open space conservation. Because the City, County and Applicant for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project are attempting to use the same unlawful strategies as the University/Rancho Etiwanda project. Thus, Sage Council requests that the City include all documents and letters, in their files and the County's, on University/Rancho Etiwanda (UCP Inc) in the Administrative Record for the proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. In the event that the proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates project is legally challenged we wish the Court to note that the Sage Council's objections to the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project are the same in many aspects and long-standing. The Project as a proposed revision or Supplemental is most definitely in violation of Section 21166 of CEQA and Section 15162 of the State CEQA Guidelines. In fact, the Sage Council and lead public trust agencies (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and California Department ofFish & Game) have long-standing objections to the various development projects that propose to negatively impact significant natural resources on this project site and region. (see, Spirit of the Sage Council vs. UCP Inc. and County of San Bemardino) Use of an outdated Environmental Checklist (1990) for a different project than University/Crest is highly questionable legally since 10 years has passed and major revisions to the new project proposed have been presented, including major revisions to biological mitigation measures that were conditioned in approval of University/Crest. The largest adjacent landholder is Open Space 1 (OS1) District Committee of the North Etiwanda Reserve, yet, this landholder has not been consulted with by the Project Applicant or City. Nor has the OS1 District provided a comment letter on the Project. It appears that the OS1 District may not have received adequate notice of the Project and its impacts to the Reserve. We recommend that the City, County and Applicant contact the OSI District Committee and request that they provide a comment letter on this Project. City of Rancho Cucamonga Comments on Rancho Etiwanda Estates Page 7 The Project description and maps are inaccurate and misleading. The Project Description and Characteristics does not clearly state the size of the Project or its significance of connectivity to the adjacent North Etiwanda Reserve. The Project maps remove a significant portion of a Blue line stream that crosses the project site. The upper portion of the stream has been erased from the map that appears on pg 5.2-2 (Figure 5.2-1), pg 5.24 (Figure5.2-2) in the draft sup EIR. The City, County and State public trust agency, California Department ofFish & Game, need to require that the Applicant address and mitigate any impacts to all affected blue-line streambeds in compliance with CEQA. Denying its existence or erasing it from maps is misleading and unlawful. In addition, suggesting that mitigation can be accomplished by a donation to "Team Arundo" or another mitigation bank is vague and unacceptable when a Project Alternative and Design could accomplish mitigation objective on the Project area. The EIR needs to provide an Alternative and Design that would avoid negative impacts to the blue-line streams and not cause any further incremental losses to this important habitat. It is feasible to avoid impacts to blue-line streams by Design that should be a Project Alternative for the public to select from. The Project description must include this streambed as well as identifying its proximity to the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve to the immediate North. Currently the only mention ora blue- line stream is referenced on pg. 5.2-3 under Topography and Soils. This reference only applies to the easterly blue-line stream and still fails to identify the westerly stream (east of Day Creek and west of Etiwanda's unnamed middle creek), that surfaces (springs) from the area that the water reservoir tank is proposed to be constructed, running (surface and subsurface, across the Project site. It is believed that the North Etiwanda's wetland, north of the Project and proposed water tank, is a source of water flows for this blue-line stream. The draft supp EIR fails to identify the unique wetlands on the North Etiwanda Preserve (Preserve), north of the Project site and proposed water reservoir tanks. It misleads the public by stating that the only plant community is RAFSS. The Sage Council is extremely concerned about the negative impacts that the Project and related water extraction activities will have on the Preserve's unique wetland. The draft supp EIR fails to analyze, discuss or mitigate water extraction activities related to this Project. Nor does the draft supp EIR provide an Alternative Project and Design to avoid, minimize or reduce impacts from water extraction and flood control activities.. The Project Landscape pallet is basically awful and unsuitable. Use of non-native plants, trees and grasses will cause further environmental impacts on the surrounding native flora and fauna in the RAFSS habitat and ecosystem. Such negative impacts are recognized by conservation biologists as "edge effects". Non-native grasses, plants and trees encourage the presence of non- native and parasitic birds (i.e. brown-headed cowbirds and European starlings) that displace native birds, steal their nests and negatively effect reproduction and fledging of native birds young. The Project design should include one that is visually appealing as well as environmentally superior. The Sage Council recommends that a Project Alternative and design increase the proposed 6 ft wall to 12 ft, make the wall a Santa Fe terra corm adobe (not orange- pink stucco) sWle structure with portals and wood (certified sustainable product) beams on the upper 4 ft portion of the wall. This style and height ora wall will also help reduce negative impacts on wildlife in adjacent habitat from residential and street lighting. There must be no "flowering vines" on the walls and fences of the proposed Project. City of Rancho Cucamonga Comments on Rancho Etiwanda Estates Page 8 The exclusive gated community should use a design such as Santa Fe "Pueblo" style which is sought after by future residents of the higher income bracket. This residential design is popular in the Southwest (i.e. Sedona, Arizona and Santa Fe, New Mexico) and can be much more readily landscaped with strictly native trees, plants and grasses - which are drought tolerate and conserve water. Doing so would also reduce biological "edge effects" and non-native invasive plants from creeping into adjacent habitat on the preserve through seed disbursal in the wind and other distributions. Nonnative grass lawns increase parasitic brown-headed cowbirds to take residence and are also known to have a negative affect on native bird populations. Desert gardens are visually appealing and easy to care for. Another positive aspect that should be included in the Project and Design is energy efficiency. The Sage Council recommends that solar energy be used for all residences. Having a Santa Fe pueblo style design would allow for solar panels to be placed on rooftops without being noticeable. Having a energy efficient and environmental friendly residential design would be another positive selling point for the developer - possible leading to State recognition for the Project proponent, City and County. Another concern of the Sage Council is in regards to health, safety and general welfare. The proposed Project fails to accurately identify its proximity to the Red Hill Fault as well as the Sierra Madre-Cucamonga Faulting complex. This project area is within a reverse thrust fault zone with ground lifting as well as shaking of 7.0 and greater. The draft supp EIR needs to disclose and mitigate for earthquake fault zones. We request that the draft supp EIR be amended, or better yet that a new EIR, to include an adequate study of earthquake and hydrology studies, including a discussion and mitigation measures. The Sage Council objects to the proposed amendments to the City General Plan and ENSP, including zoning change from "Very Low Residential" (RVL) - 2 dwellings per acre - to allowing up to 4 dwelling per acre. This increase in density of residences is not justified when considering that the Project applicant is not fully mitigating biological impacts. The City must require a Project Alternative and Design that would be consistent with the City General Plan, ENSP and MSHCP MOU Contract. Mitigation Measures 5.2-1A thru D -- We also object to the Project proposal to identify mitigation areas and management endowments AFTER the EIR has been approved and certified. The Project EIR must identify mitigation upfront and allow the public and lead public agencies to comment on whether mitigation is adequate. Furthermore, the City cannot make decisions for a non-profit conservation entity that will be responsible for management ora mitigation site or sites. The Project Applicant must identify mitigation areas, management endowment and non- profit entity in the EIR. This may be accomplished by having the Project Applicant coming to an agreement with The Habitat Trust, or another acceptable land trust, and in consultation with CDFG and USFWS prior to certification of the EIR. Mitigation for the destruction of one of the last large remaining stands of Plummer's Mariposa lilies, a CDFG species of Special Concern, must also be fully mitigated for. Currently the Project EIR fails to mitigate for the negative impacts. This is another reason why the City and County City of Rancho Cucamonga Comments on Rancho Etiwanda Estates Page 9 must require that mitigation lands be on the Project site and not in distant areas that do not have such an abundance of these rare and beautiful wildflowers. OT}tER -- Mitigation for Removal of Project Parkland.- The Project before the City removes a proposed park that was in the previous Revised Crest Project, changing the requirement in order to provide the City with over $4 MILLION to buy or create a park somewhere else. However, the Project EIR fails to identify where this park will be and whether or not it is ALSO going to have negative impacts on Biological Resources or other environmental impacts. Such additionally potential environmental impacts and growth inducements must be identified, discussed and mitigated for in the Project EIR. The Project is "growth inducing" through new road construction, channelization and development of a new 1 MILLION GALLON water reservoir tank and pumping station that encourages additional development and assists in their approvals by local government (i.e. if Day Canyon Blvd. were to end at the adjacent University/Rancho Etiwanda development the proposed Tracy Project would not receive the traffic circulation ability that the proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project has designed. Also, without the newly proposed water reservoir and pumping station there would not be enough water and water pressure for the proposed residential numbers on the Project site AND the proposed Tracy Project). In closing, the Sage Council has made a fair argument and provided the City, County and Applicant with suggested project Alternatives and design that are feasible and would meet the lead public trust agencies mitigation requirements. The Sage Council requests to remain notified by the City and County regarding this Project proposal and any others in the West Valley Foothills area. Thank you. If you should have any questions or in need of our non-profit services, please contact Leeona Klippstein, Director, Spirit of the Sage Council (626) 744-9932. For the~Wjld Earth, ~ , · ~,ee6na Klippstein, Co-fou de Conservation Programs Director Spirit of the Sage Council Copy: Craig Sherman, Esq. Law Office of Craig Sherman Dolores Welty, President The Habitat Trust P.J. White, USFWS PROPOSED LOT ~AYOUT spirit of the Sage Council Protecting and Conserving Biological Diversity, Native Plants, Native Animals and Native Lands danuary 2~, 200~ County of San Bemardino Land Use Services Department Advance Plannin§ Division 385 N. Arrowhead Avenue, Third Floor San Bemardino, CA 92415-0182 Attn.: Nancy San$onetti, Senior Associate Planner VIA Facsimile (909) 387-3223 RE: Comment on "The Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Proposed Crest Project Revision" located East of Etiwanda Avenue within the sphere of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Spirit of the Sage Council (Sage Council) is a 501[c]3 non-profit project and coalition of Native Americans, scientists, citizens and environmental groups dedicated to protecting and conserving America's natural and cultural heritage, including endangered species, habitats and sacred lands. The Sage Council has members and supporters that reside in San Bemardino County and who recreate and find spiritual renewal in the regions natural open spaces, including that area that is subject to the referenced proposed development. The Sage Council has reviewed the Notice of Preparation 0 including the environmental checklist, Revised Preliminary Development Plan, initial Study, Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (DSEtR) and Technical Appendix for the Proposed Crest Project Revision (Project). In addition, we have reviewed, commented and litigated the "University Project" that ended in an out of court settlement where the County and developer (UCP inc.) provided additional mitigation of biological impacts to Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub (RAFSS) habitat by acquiring another 135- acres of habitat for conservation, $150,000.00 management fund, attorneys fees and costs. additional 135-acres and management fund was given to the non-profit organization The Habitat Trust. The Sage Council requests that the County deny the Project and Revisions as proposed. The Crest Project as proposed fails to meet the requirements of CEQA for numerous reasons. The Sage Council is in disagreement with the project proponent's and County's conclusions, environmental determination and findings for the following reasons, and believe that the Crest Project is a NEW project with MAJOR revisions and SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS that have not been mitigated BELOW SIGNIFICANCE, thus requiring a NEW EIR. We are in agreement with the City of Rancho Cucamonga CITY), California Department of Fish & Game (CDFG) and the U.S Fish & Wildlife Service USFWS) that this is a new project with major significant changes from the "conditionally 30 North Raymond Avenue · Suite 30;' · Pasadena CA 91103 U.$,A, Tele: 626-744-9932 · vvww. sagecounciLcom - FAX: 626-744-9931 County of San Bemardino, Land Use Services Department RE: Proposed Crest Revised Project and Design PER: Spidt of the Sage Council Page 2 approved" University/Crest PD that requires a new project level EIR with a legaIly adequate range of altematives to the project with appropriate mitigation of impacts to significant biological resources. It is a fair argument that the University/Crest PD never received final approval because the County's mitigation measures as "conditions" were never met. The County conditioned project approval of the University/Crest PD that approximately 675-acres of habitat were to be acquired and protected as mitigation. To this date the mitigation requirements for biological impacts have not been fully met. The proposed Revised Crest Project, when compared to University/Crest, has a major and significant change to biological resoumes and their impacts by significantly reducing the mitigation measures and ratio of habitat conservation. The Applicant and County fail to provide a feasible range of alternatives for such impacts for the public and lead natural resoume agencies to select from. Other major revisions include two 1-million gallon water reservoir tanks effecting offsite habitat on the North Etiwanda Habitat Reserve, offsite water pipelines, road construction and offsite drainage channelization with impacts to Etiwanda Creek. Rather the Applicant and County attempt to use the approval of the University/Crest AItemative but not to require the same mitigation measures that was a significant part it - 675-acres of habitat conservation. In reality, the Revised Crest Project is suggesting that in the future a 110-acre pamel will be acquired for mitigation, yet it is unknown where the 110-acre pamel is and has not been identified to the public and lead state and federal resource agencies. In fact, the state and federal resoume agencies have recently requested that the County require a 5:1 mitigation ratio replacement for RAFSS habitat as indicated by their letters on this Project and regarding the County MSHCP/NCCP program. The Sage Council supports the agencies recommendations that this Project and others in the MSHCP/NCCP planning area be mitigated at a 5:1 replacement ratio (for every 1-acre negatively impacted there must be 5-acres of in-kind habitat conserved). The County has been negligent in complying with the agencies requests for conservation of RAFSS, as is indicated in their joint letter (attached) to the County on October 17, 2000; "Since the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the San Bernardino Valley-wide Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) was signed in 1995, more than 7,000 acres of habitat for listed and sensitive species have been converted to residential, commercial, and industrial development and other infrastructure. The ecosystem processes upon which these habitats and species are dependent has also been impacted by this conversion..." The County has fraudulently stated that habitat will be conserved since to date there is no substantial evidence that any has been conserved as a result of MSHCP efforts and the receipt of $300,000.00 in public funds acquired through U.S. Congressional legislation for the Southern California NCCP. If the County approves the proposed Revised Crest Project without the recommended mitigation of 5:1 for habitat impacts it will further the Sage Council's opinion of County fraud and objections to the biological impacts. The Sage Council has been in communication with U.S. Senator Boxer regarding the County's failure to comply and utilize the NCCP Guidelines and Procedures while having accepted NCCP monies. (See attached letter dated April 25, 2000 from USFWS to Senator Boxer). County of San Bernardino, Land Use Services Department RE: Proposed Crest Revised Project and Design PER: Spidt of the Sage Council Page 3 The Sage Council recommends that the County, besides requiring a new project level EIR, request a Project redesign that would provide the 5:1 mitigation ratio for biological impacts. The County and Applicant coutd meet such mitigation requirements by significantly reducing the Project size and configuration. Currently the Project is proposed to be in three (3) phases on approx. 250-acres. To meet the 5:1 mitigation requirements the Applicant could be required to set aside and dedicate 209-acres for conservation of habitat and permitted to develop 41-acres at a higher density - such as a dwelling design for upscale town houses or condos in the "Monterey" style. This could be considered as a Project Alternative in the new project EIR. The County should require the elimination of TTs 14607-14612 and half of 14606 area of the proposed development, instead having this habitat area conserved as the mitigation area for biological impacts, including a management budget of at least $175,000.00. We recommend that the Applicant deed this habitat conservation area over to a non-profit conservancy, such as The Habitat Trust ( President, Dolores Welty of THT may be contacted by calling 760-942-9897). In eliminating part of the proposed Phase I area and all of Phase II and Phase Ill, the Project would not have to extend the proposed Day Canyon Blvd., erect two new water reservoirs (impacting the N. Etiwanda Habitat Reserve) and impacting offsite habitat areas for phone, water, electricity and gas. In addition, such a reduced development plan would not propose new chanelization impacting offsite habitat and Etiwanda Creek for drainage. The Project as proposed has no economic benefits to the County that would allow a "statement of overriding considerations." The Project not only negatively effects the County's MSHCP/NCCP efforts, but causes a problem with ongoing regional traffic probtems and overburdened school crowding. Because the County and Applicant for the Crest project are attempting to use the same unlawful strategies as the University/Rancho Etiwanda project, the Sage Council requests that the County include all documents and letters in their files on University/Rancho Etiwanda (UCP Inc) in the Administrative Record for the proposed Crest project. In the event that the proposed Crest project is legally challenged we wish the Court to note that the Sage Council's objections to the Crest project are the same in many aspects and long-standing. The Project as a proposed revision is most definitely in violation of Section 21166 of CEQA and Section 15162 of the State CEQA Guidelines. In fact, the Sage Council and lead public trust agencies (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and California Department of Fish & Game) have long-standing objections to the various development projects that propose to negatively impact significant natural resources on this project site and region. (see Spirit of the Sage Council vs. UCP Inc. and County of San Bemardino) Use of an outdated Environmental Checklist (1990) for a different project than University/Crest is highly questionable legally since 10 years has passed and major revisions to the new project proposed have been presented, including major revisions to biological mitigation measures that were conditioned in approval of University/Crest. The Project description and maps are inaccurate and misleading by removing a significant portion of a Blue line stream that crosses the project site. The upper portion of the stream has been erased from the map that appears on pg 59 of Appendix B. The County needs to require that the Applicant address and mitigate any impacts to the Blue line Streambed in compliance with CEOA and the CDFG. Denying its existence or erasing it from maps is unlawful. The Project description must include this streambed as well as identifying its proximity to the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve to the immediate North. County of San Bemardino, Land Use Services Department RE: Proposed Crest Revised Project and Design PER: Spidt of the Sage Council Page 4 The Project Landscape pallet is basically awful and unsuitable. Use of non-native plants, trees and grasses will cause further environmental impacts on the surrounding native flora and fauna in the RAFSS habitat and ecosystem. Such negative impacts are recognized by conservation biologists as "edge effects." The development project to the south of the proposed Crest project area has caused such negative edge effects as is reported in the DEIR. Non-native grasses, plants and trees encourage the presence of non-native and parasitic birds (i.e. brown- headed cowbirds and European starlings) that displace native birds, steal their nests and negatively effect reproduction and fledging of native birds young. The proposed Crest Project must be significantly reduced in size to avoid additional biological impacts not previously identified and in regards to "edge effects" impacting the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve. Any so-called "Open Space" area must use only native species found in the surrounding area. There must be no "flowering vines" on the walls and fences of the proposed Project. We also request that the walls and fences to doubled in height to further mitigate any edge effects on adjacent habitat areas. Another concern of the Sage Council is in regards to health and safety. The proposed Project fails to accurately identify its proximity to the Red Hill Fault as well as the Sierra Madre-Cucamonga Faulting complex. This project area is within a reverse thrust fault zone with ground lifting as well as shaking of 7.0 and greater. In closing, the Sage Council supports the earlier comments made by CDFG and USFWS, as well as the more recent requirements of biological mitigation of 5:1 ratio replacement of habitat. We have made a fair argument and provided the County with suggested project Alternatives that would meet the agencies mitigation requirements. The Sage Council requests to remain notified by the County regarding this Project proposal and any others in the West Valley Foothills area. Thank you. If you should have any questions or in need of our non-profit services, please contact Leeona Klippstein, Director, Spidt of the Sage Council (626) 744-9932. * Attachments - 2 letters from govt. agencies as referrenced For, t~e ~Wild Earth, ,-~ . L~eoha Klippstein, Co-founder Conservation Programs Director Spidt of the Sage Council Copy: Craig Sherman, Esq. 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A Description of the Phenomenon. A. General patterns of change in community structure due to habitat fragmentation. (The phenomena have been thoroughly described in the literature, beginning with Diamond, 1975 and 1976, and are further explored in Keeley, 1993.) 1. Increased extinction rates 2. Reduced species diversity 3. Change in species composition A great many of the mechanisms appearing to cause these changes occur across the boundaries' edges. The effective size of a habitat fragment is reduced in proportion to the cumulative magnitude of the impacts penetrating its boundaries. The phenomenon is carled "edge effect." (See also Schonewald-Cox and Bayless, 1986.) B. These patterns generally intensify as a function of the following. 1. Fragment size · Biodiversity rises with increase in fragment size (Andren, 1997; Hansen and Urban, 1992). · The species diversity of vegetation in habitat fragments decreases over time, an effect that is accentuated in smaller fragments (Alberts, et.al., 1993). 2. Fragment isolation · Fragmentation and isolation significantly reduce the ability of habitats to sustain species (Weins et.aL, 1993). An important point is that the more suitable the habitats surrounding fragments are, the more forgiving this trend is (Andren, 1994). · In an analysis of nearly 200 studies on the effects of habitat fragmentation on bird and mammal populations, Andren (1994) found that the negative impacts of fragmentation upon species diversity is intensified by increasing isolation. Leapfrog development has made the preservation of several, small, isolated parcels with highly permeable ~boundaries, common in Southern California (Kelly and Rotenberry, 1993). Soule, etal. (1992) report that native plants, birds and mammals in isolated chaparral fragments are typically lost in a few decades to a century, depending on the size of the patch. 3. The quality of the habitat in the fragment. · Species diversity and the proportion of native species the habitat can sustain both rise with reduced disturbance and increased complexity of the habitat (Adams, 1994; Adams and Dove, 1989) 4. The quality of the habitat adjacent to the fragment · Increasing boundary perimeters decreases the effective size of reserves, especially in urban settings, where the increased human presence increases the permeability of the boundary to disturbance (Kelley and Rotenberry, 1993). 5. Fragment shape (the boundary area vs the core area) · Species loss in habitat fragments is accentuated by high relative shape index (roughly, edge-to-area; Ads:-.-.~ and Dove, 1989; Row]ey, et.al, 1993). 6. Disturbance rate and intensity · The diversity of bird species is reduced at the boundaries of habitats. The specialist species generally suffer disproportionately high extinction, while generalists and invasive species can tolerate more disturbance. So the species composition of communities changes as well (Rowley, et.al., 1993). · Chaparral fragments in urban areas experience rapid extinctions of native bird species. The extinction rates depend heavily on initial densities, and are accelerated in smaller fragments. The species-area relationships in smaller fragments are lower and steeper than in undisturbed chaparral (Bolger, et.aL, 1991), so they are highly sensitive to further disturbances. 7. Important notes One struggle biologists face is to identify what features in the characteristics of edges make species respond as described above, recognizing that much of the story will change over time and space. The research in this area can't happen fast enough. · The nests of migratory songbirds are preyed upon more heavily nearer the edges of their habitats (V~lcove, 1985; Andren and Angelstam, 1988). Interestingly, studies with dummy nests in disturbed chaparral fragments suffering high lares of extinction of native bird species experienced decreased predation (Langen, et.al., 1991). '~l~lFGates and Mosher (1981) found significantly fewer nests up to 64m from the edge of a habitat whose boundary could only be distinguished vegetatively for 13m. · Contrary to common belief, organisms displaced by development, migrating across the boundary of disturbance into undisturbed habitats, do not take up permanent residence there. For example, Scott (1993) found that the population densities of birds in chaparral habitats adjacent to large home construction sites experienced initial surpluses, which were lost after one year. The displaced individuals cannot readily survive their displacement. I1. Mechanisms Causing Edge Effects in Increasingly Urbanized Areas, Resulting from Increased Human Population Pressure. A. Increased predation 1. Predation is generally more intense at the boundaries of habitats. · Nest predation is more intense at habitat margins (Andren and Angelstam, 1988); particularly for migrant songbirds at suburban edges; where it worsens with fragmentation (Wicove, 1985). 2. The impacts of domestic, feral, and weedy species. · Mesopredator populations (domestic and feral cats, dogs, bats, opossums, raccoons) all tend to rise, decreasing the densities of pollinators, ground nesting, and arboreal species (Koopowitz, et.al, 1995). · Of the prey taken by suburban cats, 27% were birds, and 41 of the 47 species taken were native; 8% of the prey were reptiles and amphibians (Barratt, 1995). · In an English village, domestic cats were responsible for 30-50% of the sparrow mortality in a year (Churcher and Lawton, 1989); in Southern California they take K-rats as well, and threaten other sensitive species (Keeley, 1993). · Domestic cats roam more widely at night; as much as a mile (Kelly and Rotenberry, 1993) but more typically up to 900m (Barratt, 1995). Protection of sensitive nocturnal species requires a wider buffer zone than for diurnal species; 200m and 9OOm, respectively, are Barratt's recommendations. 3. The presence of a top predator limits the impacts of mesopredators, and stabiJizes prey densities. · Coyotes generally control mesopredators and, in turn, stabilize the density of their prey populations (Kelly and Rotenberry, 1993; Crooks and Soule, 1999). Thus they are a positive aspect of preserve management. B. Other biological interactions across the urban interface · Supplemental food, offered or pilfered, can balloon population densities beyond the ability of the habitat to sustain them, and promote disease transmission (Koopowitz, et.aL, 1995). · Native and invasive generalists common in both habitats increase and outcompete native specialists (e.g., English sparrows and English starlings vs gnatcatchers and wrens; Koopowitz, et.aL, 1995). C. Weed introduction, establishment, and proliferation 1. By adjacent landscaping (Koopowitz, et. aL 1995). 2. By movement through the habitat of hikers, horses, pets and vehicles · See Sorenson (1986) for a review of mechanisms of seed dispersal by adhesion. · Seeds are effectively transported into reserves on clothing, integuments, and droppings of humans, domesticated animals, and the generalist species traveling across the boundary. · The abundance and diversity of weed species is higher close to trails (Benninger-Truax, et.a], 1,~92) · Lonsdale (1999) reviewed the literature for 184 sites, and found that the number of exotic species in nature reserves increases with the number of visitors. D. Disruption of the fire cycle · The proliferation of invasive grasses shortens the fire cycle, changing the levels of available soil nutrients (Carbon and Nitrogen, in particular) and altering the structure of the ecosystem (D'Antonio and Vitousek, 1992). · Turner, et.al. (1989) found that the effects of disturbances, such as fires, floods, and disease, spread faster and increase in magnitude in highly fragmented landscapes. Their work predicts that habitat patches will become permanently disturbed under regimes of fragmentation and disturbance, such as those increasingly experienced by RAFSS from fire and urbanization. E Trampling · The vegetation structure is altered along trails of all kinds. There are fewer woody and herbaceous plants and more grasses. See Jordan (2000) for a useful summary and review of some of the literature. F. Local changes in microclimate · Increase in average air and soil temperatures, decrease in relative humidity, decrease in wind speed (Adams11994; Koopowitz, et.al. 1995) ,, Decrease in soil moisture, causing a cascade of effects, including reduced seed germination, increased stress to plants, increased parasitism, and increased mortality (Rowley, et.al., 1993) The presence of trash (by blowing and dumping) · Native wildlife ingests refuse items, e.g., cigarette butts, gum, plastics (Koopowitz, et.al., 1995; R. Ikeda, personal observation), and suffers the effects. · Change in the nutrient composition of the soils, leading to a shift in community structure (Rowley, et.al., 1993) · Attraction of pest species, and inflation of their numbers (Rowley, et.al., 1993). H. The exposure to the noise and behavioral disruption caused by human presence · In general, bird activity and communication are interrupted by joggers, hikers, children, photographers, and motor vehicles (Jordan, 2000). · Nest building and success are both negatively impacted by road noise. The literature examining the relationship is reviewed by Boyle and Samson (1985), and by Bennet and Zuelke (1999). · This effect can persist up to a distance of 1000m from the soume (Jordan, 2000). I. Light pollution There is little work on this as yet, but lots of concern (e.g., Adams, 1994; Kelly and Rotenberry, 1993; and Koopowitz, et.al, 1995). · Lights attract insects, and are consumed disproportionately by predators (e.g., bats) exploiting the concentrated food source. Such trends might jeopardize some insect populations. · Animals' behaviors are likely to change given increases in ambient light, as they do during fuil moons. J. Air pollution (Ozone) · Causes reduction in plant cover (O'Leary, 1990). · Reduces exchange of materials over leaves, thereby reducing productivity (Winner, 1991) and energy reserves, and decreasing growth and resistance to predators (Preston, 1986). Ill. Buffer Zones A. General importance, and particular relevance to the project under consideration B. Mechanisms to determine characteristics necessary to effectively preserve the habitat Given that exchange of materials and energy across a preserve's boundaries (edge effects) reduces the preserve's effective size, the challenge of landscape management is to identify and assess the variables contributing most heavily to edge effects, and the species most seriously impacted, and devise ways to uncouple them (Kelly and Rotenberry, 1993; Diamond, 1975; Schonewald-Cox and Bayless, 1986; Hansen, Rotella, Kraska, and Brown, 1999; Laurance, 1991). Using the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve as an example: Given the above considerations, it seems likely that the following measures might limit the reduction of the preserve's functional size by urban encroachment. · reduce the edge length of the southern perimeter · exclude shooting, dumping, motor vehicles, domestic animals, and limit human use (as per the North Etiwanda Preserve Management Plan) · maintain the area to the south of the preserve as RAFFS, forming a contiguous area of quality habitat. If the southern property is to be developed: · a buffer zone of at least 1000m of RAFFS, albeit disturbed, along the southern edge of the NEHP · rigorously enforce the restrictions listed above (second bullet) use street and house light fixtures which emit less intense light not build roads to the north of the development IV. Preservation and Public Policy Insofar as governments are compelled to preserve habitats by such legal measures as the Federal and State Endangered Species Acts, and CEQA, it is necessary to have a comprehensive plan to carry out and apply the basic research regarding edge effects and devise development plans to limitJameliorate their effects.., before development (Kelly and Rotenberry, 1993). The EPA maintains a website, on which they post model ordinances, designed to protect local resources. www.epa.gov/owow/npslordinancelmoli.htm Literature Cited Adams, LA. 1994. Urban Wildlife Habitats. Univ. of Minnesota Press. Adams, L.A., and LE. Dove. 1989. Wildlife Reserves and Corridors in the Urban Environment: A Guide to Ecological Landscape Planning and Resource Conservation. National Institute for Urban Wildlife. Columbia, Md. Alberts, A.C., A.D. Richman, D. Tran, R. Sauvajot, C. McCalvin, and D.T. Bolger. 1993. 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Bromus mollis* 2 Bromus rubens* 1 2 Collections Bromus tectorum I 2 1 = 1971. 164 spp. 2500-4400 ft. Bromus trinii* 2 2 = 1983-date. 282 spp. 2400-6400 ft. Of the 333 taxa 88 appear in both Calandrinia breweri 1 collections. Calandrinia ciliata var menziesii I 2 Calocedrus decurrens 1 2 The Myers Canyon fn'e burned the entire Calochortus plummerae 2 area on 23 Sept. 1970. Calochortus splendens 2 The Texas Canyon fire burned East Etiwanda Cyn. In ? 1987. Calyptridiurn monardurn 1 A fire burned the western half of the mouth of Day Carnissonia bistorta~ I 2 Canyon in September, 2000. Camissonia californica 1 Carnissonia confusa 1 Abies concolor 2 Carnissonia dentata 2 Acer rnacrophyllum I 2 Achnatherum coronatum! 2 Carnissonia hirtella 1 Adenosterna fasciculatum 1 2 Camissonia micrantha 2 Ageratina adenophora 2 Cannabis sativa 2 Capsella bursa~pastoris 2 Agoceris retrorsa I Cardarnine californica 1 Allophyllum divaricaturn 1 Alnus rhombifolia I 2 Carex alma I 2 Amaranthus albus~ 2 Carex praegracilis* 2 Ambrosia psilostachya californica 2 Castilleja martinii 1 Castilleja rnicrostegia 2 Amsinckia interrnedia I 2 Caulanthus amplexicaulus 1 Anagallis arvensis ] 2 Anaphalis rnargaritacea 2 Ceanothus crassifolius 2 Antirrhinum coulterianurn 1 2 Ceanothus integerrimus 2 Antirrhinum multiflorurn 2 Ceanothus leucodermis 2 Centaurea rnelitensis# 2 Apocynurn cannibinum glaberrirnum~ 2 Cerastiurn glorneraturn 1 Aquilegia forrnosa 2 Arabis sparMflora 1 Cercocarpus betuloides I 2 Arctostaphylos glauca 1 2 Cercocarpus ledifolius 2 Arenaria (Moehringia) douglasii I Cheilanthes covillei 1 2 Chenopodiurn album 1 2 Argernone rnunita 2 Chenopodiurn arnbrosioides~ 2 Artemisia californica 2 Arternisia douglasiana I 2 Chenopodium californicurn# Artemisia dracunculus 2 Chenopodiurn murale# 2 Asclepias fascicularis 2 Chlorogalurn porneridianurn var porneridianurn 1 Astragalus pornonensis 1 2 Chorizanthe staticoides~ I 2 Arena barbata* I 2 Chrysopsis villosus (?) 2 Baccharis douglasii 2 Baccharis ernoryi 2 Circiurn californicurn 1 2 Baccharis glutinosa (= viminea) 1 2 Circiurn occidentale 2 Circiurn vulgare 2 Baccharis pilularis ssp consanguinea 2 Clarkia deflexa 12 Berberis dictyota 2 Clarkia purpurea ssp quadrivulnera I2 Boykinia rotundifolia 2 Brassica geniculata 1 2 Claytonia perfoliata var perfoliata I2 Brassica kaber I Clematis ligusticifolia 2 Collerna tuniforrne^ 2 Brassica nigra 2 Collinsia heterophylla var heterophylla I 2 Brassica rapa ssp sylvestris 1 Cordylanthus filifolius 2 Brassica tournefortii 2 Brickellia californica 2 Corethrogyne filaginifolia var bernardina 2 Brornus carinatus 2 Cotula australis# 2 Crassula connata! 2 Crassula erectag $$p gracillimum~ 2 · Croton californicus var californicus 1 2 Galium aparine I 2 Cryptantha intermedia 2 Galium nuttallii 1 Cryptantha jamesii arbovita 2 Garrya veatchii 2 Cryptantha muricatajonesii~ I 2 Geranium carolinianum I 2 Cucurbita foetidissima~ 2 Gilia angelensis 1 Cuscuta californica I 2 Gilia capitata ssp abrotanifolia I 2 Dactylis glomerata 2 Gnaphalium bicolor~ 2 Datura metaloides 2 Gnaphalium californicum* I 2 Delphinium cardinale 1 2 Gnaphalium chilense 1 Delphinium parishii ssp. subglobosum 2 Gnaphalium luteo-album# 2 Delphinium parryii ssp seditosum 1 Gnaphalium microcephalum 2 Dermatocarpon lachneum^ 2 Gnaphalium palustre~ 2 Descurainia pinnata ssp halictorum 1 Gnaphalium peregrinum 1 Dicentra chrysantha I 2 Habenaria unalaskensis I 2 Dichelostemma pulchella I 2 Haplopappus parishii 2 Dimelaena oreina^ 2 Haplopappus pinifolius 2 Distichlis spicata 2 Helianthus annuus ssp lenticularis 2 Dryopteris arguta 1 2 Helianthus gracilentus 2 Dudleya cymosa ssp. minor I 2 Helianthemum scoparium 2 Dudlea lanceolata~ 2 Heterotheca grandiflora 2 Eleocharis acicularis~ 2 Heterotheca sessiliflora ssp echioides! 2 Eleocharis montevidensis* 2 Heuchera maxima 2 Eleocharis parishii~ 2 Hordeum murinum* 2 Eleocharis radicans~ 2 Hypochoeris glabra~ 2 Eleocharis rostellata* 2 Juglans californica 2 El),mus condensatus 2 duncus balticus* 2 Elymus glaucus ssp glaucus 2 duncus effusus# 2 Epilobium adenocaulon var parishii 2 Juncus mexicanus* 2 Epilobium paniculatum sublatum 2 duncus regulosus* 2 Equisetum hymenale var robtatum I duncus textilis# 2 Eremocarpus setigerus 2 duncus xiphoides# 2 Eriastrum sapphirinum! 2 Keckiella cordifolia 2 Eriodictyon trichocalyx ssp trichocalyx 2 Keckiella ternata ssp ternata 2 Eriogonum elongatum 2 Koeleria macrontha ~ Eriogonum fasciculatum Lamium amplexicaule~ ssp fasciculatum (?) 1 ssp foliolosum 2 Lathyrus laetiflorus ssp laetiflorus I ,, Lathyrus vestitus ssp puberulus 2 Eriogonum saxatile 2 Lecanora muralis^ 2 Eriophyllum confertiflorum I 2 Lecanora novomexicana^ 2 Erodium botrys 2 Lactuca serriola~ 2 Erodium cicutarium I 2 Erysimum capitatum 1 2 Lepidium virginicum varpubescens I 2 Lepidospartum squamatum I 2 Eschscholzia californica var crocea I Leptodactylon californicum glandulosum I 2 Eucalyptus globulus I 2 Lessingia grandulifera 2 Eucrypta chrysanthemifolia 1 Lilium humboldtii var bloomerianum 1 2 Euphorbia (Chaemaesyce) albomarginata 2 Festuca megalura I 2 Lithophragma affine ssp mixum 1 Lobularia maritima 2 Festuca myuros I Lolium multiflorum 1 Festuca octoflora I Lonicera subspicata varjohnstonii 2 Festuca pacifica 1 Lotus argophyllus var argophyllus 1 Fremontodendron californicum 2 Galium angustifolium Lotus crassifolius 2 ssp gabrielense 2 Lotus procumbens 2 Lotus scoparius $$p brevialatus 1 Phacelia grandiflora 1 Lotus strigosus I Phacelia irnbricata ssp irnbricata 1 Lupinus agardhianus 1 Phacelia longipes 1 Phacelia minor 1 2 Lupinus bicolor ssp tridentatus I 2 Phacelia ramosissima var suffrutescens~ 2 Lupinus excubitus ssp hallii 1 Lupinus forrnosus var formosus 1 Phoradendron tornentosum Lupinus hirsutissirnus I ssp macrophyllurn I 2 Lupinus latifolius var parishii 1 Phoradendron villosurn 1 2 Physica millegrana^ 2 Lupinus longifolius 1 Physica subtilis^ 2 Lupinus sparsiflorus 2 Lupinus truncatus 1 Pinus lambertiana 2 Lythrurn californicurn~ 2 Pinus ponderosa 2 Malacothamnus fasciculatus var laxiflorus 2 Piptatherurn miliaceum! 2 Platanus racemosa 1 2 Marah rnacrocarpus I 2 Poa scabrella 2 Marrubium vulgare I 2 Melica irnperfecta 1 2 Polygonurn lapanthifolium* 2 Melilotus indicus 1 2 Polygonurn punctaturn~ 2 Mentzelia laevicaulis 2 Polygonum sp. 2 Polypodiurn californicurn I 2 Mentzelia micrantha I 2 Polystichurn munitum ssp curturn I 2 Mirnulus brevipes 1 Mirnulus cardinalis I 2 Potentilla glandulosa 2 Mimulus floribundus 1 2 Prunus ilicifolia 2 Mimulus guttatus ssp guttatus 1 2 Pseudotsuga macrocarpa I 2 Pteridium aquilinum var pubescens 1 2 Mirnulus longiflorus ssp calycinus 1 2 Pterostegia drymarioides 1 Monardella lanceolata 2 Muilla maritima I 2 Muhlenbergia asperifolia# Quercus chrysolepis 1 2 Muhlenbergia rigens* 2 Quercus dumosa 2 Quercus kelloggi 2 Navarretia harnata~ 2 Rafinesquia californica I 2 Nemacladus ramosissimurn 1 Raphanus sativus 2 Nemophila menziesii I 2 Nernophila pedunculata 2 Rhamnus californica 1 2 Nicotiana glauca 2 Rharnnus crocea 2 Rharnnus ilicifolia 2 Oenothera hookeri ssp venusta 2 Ribes arnarum I 2 Oenothera laciniata 2 Ribes indecorurn! 2 Oenothera stricta 2 Opuntia littoralis var vaseyi 2 Ricinus cornrnunis 2 Opuntia parryi 2 Rorippa nasturtiurn-aquaticurn 2 Rubus leucoderrnis 1 Orizopsis rniliacea~ 2 Rubus ursinus 2 Orobanche fasciculata 2 Rurnex californicus@ 2 Orobanche uniflora var minuta 1 Orthocarpus purpurascens var pallidus 1 Rurnex crispus 1 2 Oryzopsis rniliacea 2 Salix lasiolepis var lasiolepis 2 Salvia apiana 1 2 Osrnorhiza brachypoda 1 Salvia rnellifera 2 Pectocarya linearis ferocula 2 Salvia colurnbariae var colurnbariae I 2 Pellaea andrornedaefolia 2 Pellaea rnucronata 1 Salsola kali 2 Penstemon centranthifolius I 2 Sarnbucus rnexicana I 2 Scirpus arnericanus~ 2 Pensternon spectabilis 2 Scirpus pungens* (=olneyi) 2 Phacelia brachyloba I Scrophularia californica var floribunda I 2 Phacelia cicutaria 1 Phacelia curvipes I Sedum spathufoliurn ssp anomalurn I 2 Phacelia distans or tanacetifolia I Selaginella bigloveii I 2 Senecio douglasii var douglasii 2 Schismus barbatus~ 2 Robert Muns 91737. Silene antirrhina 1 Michele Myers jdesl@aol.com Jean Nelson Silene gallica 2 Wally Spaulding Silene laciniata 1 Silene verecunda I Robert Thorne * = I.D. by, 1988. Silybum marianum 2 Diana Six ~- (lichens I.D. by) Sisymbrium altissimum 2 John F. Wear & Nathan T. Moorhatch = ! I.D. May 1994 Sisymbrium officinale 1 [Gerald Benny & Colin Wainwright Sisymbrium orientale 1 1971 (Students of Robert Thome)] Sisyrinchium bellum 2 Steve Fischer = ~, CSULA ( 1993-1995) Solanum douglasii I 2 Jack Easton = #. Tierra Madre Consultants. Solarium xanti var intermedium 1 2 Edited Jan., 1995. Solidago californicum@ 2 Solidago occidentalis 2 For a copy of this list contact Robin lkeda. Chaffey Sonchus asper~ 2 College. Biology Dept. Sonchus oleraceus 1 2 rikeda~chaffey.cc.ca, us Stachys albens 2 Stephanomeria cichoriacea 2 Stipa cernua# 2 Stipa coronata I 2 Streptanthus heterophyllus 1 Tauschia arguta 1 Telypodium lasiophyllum var lasiophyllum 1 Thalictrum polycarpum I 2 Thysanocarpus curvipes var curvipes 1 Thysanocarpus laciniatus I 2 Toxicodendron diversilobum 1 2 Trifolium albopurpureum 1 Trifolium ciliolatum 1 Trifolium hirtum@ 2 Trifolium microcephalum 1 Trifolium tridentatum var tridentatum 1 Trifolium wormskioldii 2 Turricula parryi 2 Typha angustifolia~ 2 Typha latifolia(?) 2 Umbilicaria phaea^ 2 Urtica holosericea 1 2 Verbena lasiostachys~ 2 Verbena menthaefolia~ 2 Vicia americana var. americana~ Vicia dasycarpa 1 Vulpia myuros ssp myuros* 2 ~Voodwardia fimbriata I 2 Xanthoparmelia cumberlandia^ 2 Xanthoria elegans^ 2 Yucca whipplei ssp parishii I 2 Zauschneria californica ssp latifolia 2 Contributors to this list include; Greg Bartman David Bixler Rose Ann Cobos Jim des Lauriers Deborah Dorsett Dept. Biology Jeff Glazner Chaffey College Michelle Havener Alta Loma, CA. FLORA OF THE DAY CANYON SEDGE BOG, ETIWANDA, CALIFORNIA. Amaryllidaceae Dichelosfemma pulchella Blue Dicks Amaranthaceae Amaranthus albusA Tumbleweed Anacardiaceae Toxicodendron diversilobum Poison Oak Apocynaceae Apocynum cannibinum var glaberrimumA Asclepiadaceae Asclepias fascicularis Milkweed Asteraceae Ambrosia psilostachya var califomica Western Ragweed Arfemisia californica Calif. Sagebrush A. douglasiana Mugwort A. dracunculus Wild Tarragon Baccharis emoryi Emory's Baccharis B. glutinosa Mule Fat Cirsium vulgare Bull Thistle Gnaphalium califomicum* Green Everlasting Gnaphalium chilense A Gnaphalium palustreA Haplopappus pinifofius Pine Bush Heterotheca grandiflora Telegraph weed Helianthus annuu$ ssp lenticularisA Hypochoeris glabraA Lactuca serriolaA Lessingia glandulifera Rafinesquia californica Chicory Senecio douglasii var douglasi Douglas Senecio Solidago califarnicaA California Goldenrod Solidago occidentalis Western Goldenrod $anchus aspera Sow Thistle $onchus oleraceus Boraginaceae Amsinckia intermedia Fiddleneck Cryptantha intermedia Cryptantha jamesii var arbovita Cryptantha muricata var jonesii Popcorn Flower Pectocarya linearis var ferocula Brassicaceae Brassica geniculata Mediterranean Mustard Ery$imum capitatumA Wall Flower Lobularia maritima Sweet Alyssum Rorippa nasturtium-aquaticumA $isymbrium altissimum* Tumble Mustard Sisymbrium officinale^ Tumble Mustard Cactaceae Opuntia littoralis var vaseyi Prickly Pear Opuntia parryi Cane Cholla Caprifoliaceae Sambucus mexicana Elderberry Chenopodiaceae Chenopodium album Pigweed Chenopodium ambrosioidesA Chenopodium californicumA Crassulaceae Crassula erectaA Cucurbitaceae Cucurbita foetidissima^ Calobazilla Moroh macarocarpus Bigroot Cyperaceae Carex alma Sedge C. praegracilis* Sedge Eleocaris acicularis^ Eleocaris montevidensis* Spike rush Eleocaris parishii^ Eleocaris radicans (?)^ Eleocaris rostellata* Spike rush Scirpus americanus^ Scirpus pungens* (:olneyi) Bulrush Euphorbiaceae Croton calitomicus var calitomicus Calif. Croton Fabaceae Astragalus pomonen$is Pomona Locoweed Lotus scoparius Deerweed Lupinus bicolor Two-color Lupine Melilotus indicus Yellow Sweet Clover Trifolium ciliolafumA Geraneaceae Erodium cicutarium^ Filaree Geranium carolinianum Geranium Hydrophyllaceae Eriodictyon trichocalyx var trichocalyx^ Yerba Santa Phacefia distans Fernleaf Phacelia P. minor Wild Canterbury-Bell P. ramo$issima var suffrute$censA Branching Phacelia Iridaceae $isyrinchium bellum Calif. Blue Eyed Grass Juncaceae Juncus balticus* Wireweed J. mexicanus* J. regulosus* J. xiphioides^ Lamiaceae Lamium amplexicaule^ Marrubium vulgare Horehound Salvia apiana White Sage Salvia melliferaA Black Sage Stachys albens White Hedge Nettle Liliaceae Chlorogalum pomeridianum(?)A Soaproot Lythraceae Lythrum californicumA Loosestrife Malvaceae Malacothamnus tasciculatus var laxiflorusABush Mallow Onagraceae Camissonia bistorta C. dentata C. micrantha Clarkia purpurea ssp quadrivulnera Purple Clarkia Epilobium adenocaulon var parishii Willow Herb E. paniculatum sublatum Oenothera hookeri ssp venusta Hooker's Evening Primrose Zuaschneria califomica var latifolia California Fuschia Orchidaceae Habemaria unalaskensis Rein Orchid Unidentified orchid Poaceae Avena barbara* Slender Wild Oat Bromu$ diandru$ Ripgut B. mollis* Soft Cress B. rubens* Red Brome B. tectorum Cheat Grass B. trinii* Brome Grass Distichli$ spicata Salt Grass Festuca megalura^ Fescue F. myuros^ Fescue Hordeum murinum* Barley Muhlenbergia asperifolia^ Deer Grass Muhlenbergia rigens* Deer Grass Oryzopsis miliacea Rice Grass $chismus barbatus^ Vulpia myuras myuras* Fescue Po]emonJaceae Navarretia hamata^ Polygonaceae Eriogonum fasciculatum ssp foliolosum California Buckwheat Polygonum lapanthifolium* Knotweed Polygonum punctatum^ Pterostegia drymaroides^ Rumex califomicus^ Rumex crispus Curly Dock Primulaceae Anagallis arven$is Scarlet Pimpernel Rhamnaceae Rhamnu$ crocea^ Rhamnu$ ilicifolia Buckbrush Rosaceae Rubus ur$inus Black Berry Rubiaceae Galium angusfifolium ssp gracillimum^ Bedstraw Galium aparine^ Scrophulareaceae Mimulu$ floribundu$^ Mimulus guttatus ssp guttatus Seep Monkey flower Solanaceae $olanum douglasii White Nightshade Solanum xanti{?)^ Typhaceae Typha angustifolia Cattail Urficaceae Urtica holosericea Stinging Nettle Verbenaceae Verbena lasiostachys^ Verbena menthaefolia^ DETERMINED BY: Robert Muns, Wally Spaulding, Greg Bartman, David Bixler, Jeff Glazner, Michele Myers, Jean Nelson, Diana Younker, Jim des Lauriers; Dept. Biology, Chaffey College, Alta Loma, CA. 91737. Jdesl@aol.com For copies contact Robin Ikeda. Chaffey College. Biology. rikeda@chaffey.cc.ca.us *: der. by Robert Thorne. Rancho Santa Ano Botanic Garden, Claremont, CA. 91711. ^ = der. Steve Fischer, CSU, Los Angeles. (1993-1995.I Edited Nov. 1995. BIRDS OF DAY CANYON Kingbird, Cassin's r Oriole, Northern c, n San Bernardino Co., CA Flycatcher, Ash-throated c, n Oriole, Hooded u 1981-date Blackbird, Brewers fc Phoebe, Black fc Cowbird, Brown-headed fc = can't miss Phoebe, Say's u Tanager, Western fc, n c = seen each trip. Flycatcher, Dusky u fc = seen on 50% of trips. Flycatcher, Willow r Grosbeak, Black-headed c u = uncommon, be persistent. Flycatcher, Hammond's u Grosbeak, Blue fc r = rare. Bunting, Lazuli a, n ac -- accidental. Flycatcher, Pacific Slope u Finch, House c n = nesting. Pewee, Western wood c Siskin, Pine u Lark, Horned u Heron, Great Blue u Flycatcher, Olive-sdd. c Goldf'mch, Lesser a Mallard r Swallow, Violet-green fc Goldf~mch, American u Vulture, Turkey u Towhee, Spotted a, n Kite, black shouldered uc Swallow, Rough winged fc Towhee, California a, n Hawk, Sharp-shinned u Swallow, Cliff c Sparrow, Vesper r Swallow, Barn c Hawk, Cooper's fc, n Jay, Steller's c Sparrow, Lark fc Hawk, Red-tailed c Jay, Scrub a, n Sparrow, Rufous-crowned fc, n Hawk, Ferruginous u Sparrow, Bell's Sage fc, n Eagle, Golden r Raven, Common c, n Junco, Dark-eyed fc Harrier, Northern uc, n Crow, Common fc Sparrow, Chipping u Chickadee, Mountain fc Falcon, Prairie r Titmouse, Oak fc Sparrow, Brewer's r Falcon, Peregrine ac Bushtit, Common c Sparrow, Black-chinned u Kestrel, American fc Sparrow, White-crowned fc Quail, California c, n Nuthatch, White-breasted u Sparrow, Golden-crowned u Quail, Mountain c, n Dipper r, n Sparrow, Song fc Wren, House a, n Sparrow, House u ~ora rail r Wren, Bewick's c, n ~hipe, Common r Wren, Canyon fc N -- 122 species '~Killdeer u Breeding verified. = 28 species Pigeon, Band-tailed c Wren, Rock fc Dove, Rock c Kinglet, Ruby-crowned u Mockingbird a, n Compiled by; Dove, Mourning c, n Thrasher, California c James des Lauriers Roadrunner, Greater fc Thrush, Hermit fc Owl, Barn u Dept. Biology Owl, Western Screech r Robin fc Chaffey College Alta Loma, CA 91737. Owl, Great homed u Bluebird, Western u idesl(~aol.com Wrentit a, c - OwI, Short-eared ac Gnatcatcher, Blue-gray u For a copy of this list, contact Owl, Burrowing u Gnatcatcher, California r Poorwill u (16 Apr 1994. McKernan) Robin lkeda Nighthawk, Common c Chaffey College Nighthawk, Lesser u Waxwing, Cedar u Biology Dept. Phainopepla fc, n rikeda@ch affey.cc.ca.us Swffi, White-throated u Starling, European c Hmgbird, Black-chinned u Shrike, Loggerhead fc Hmgbird, Costa's a, n Vireo, Least Bell's r Hmgbird, Anna's a, n Hmgbird, Rufous r, n Vireo, Hutton's u Vireo, Warbling c Kingfisher, Belted r Warbler, Orange-crowned fc Warbler, Nashville u Flicker, Northern c, n Warbler, Yellow u, n Sapsucker, Red-breasted c, n W odpecker, Acorn u Warbler, Wilson's u odpecker, Nuttall's c, n Warbler, Blk. Thtd, Gray u oodpecker, Downy u Warbler, Yellow-romped c Woodpecker, Hairy u Yellowthroat fc Meadowlark, Western lc, n Kingbird, Western fc Thamnophis hammondii- VERTEBRATES OF DAY CANYON, ETIWANDA, Two-striped Garter Snake SAN BERNARDINO CO, CA. 1979 - date Trimorphodon biscutatus - Lyre Snake AMPHIBIANS MAMMALS Aneides lugubris - Arboreal Salamander $orex omafus - Ornate Shrew Batrachoceps attenuatus - Scapanus latimanus - Broadhanded Mole Slender Salamander Pipistrellus hesperus - Western Pipistrelle Bufo boreas - Western Toad Antrozous pallidus - Pallid Bat Bufo punctatus - Red-spotted Toad Lasiurus cinereus - Big Red Bat Hyla regilla - Pacific Tree Frog Ursus americanus - Black Bear Hyla cadaverina - Canyon Tree Frog Mustela frenata - Long-tailed Weasel Rana aurora - California Red-legged Frog? Erosion cinereoargenteus - Gray Fox (Not found by Rus Smith, 23 Apr. 1999) Canis latrans - Coyote Rana catesbeiana - Bullfrog Fells concolor - Mountain Lion Rana muscosa - Yellow-Legged Frog Lynx rufus - Bobcat $caphiopus hammondi- Spilogale puforius - Spotted Skunk Wester Spadefoot Procyon Iotor- Raccoon Bassariscus astutus - Ring-tailed Cat LIZARDS Cite#us beecheyi- Aniella pulchra - Legless Lizard Calif. Ground Squirrel Coleonyx variegatus -Banded Gecko $ciurus griseus - Gray Squirrel Crotaphytus co#aris-Collared Lizard Perognathus californicus- Cnemidophorus tigris mulflscutatus ~ Spiny Pocket Mouse California Whiptail Lizard Thomomys bottae - Eumeces skiltonianus - Western Skink Valley Pocket Gapher Gerrhonotus multicarinatus - Dipodomys agilis - Agile Kangaroo Rat Western Alligator Lizard l~eithrodontomys megalotis - Phrynosoma coronatum blainvillei- Harvest Mouse San Diego Horned Lizard Onychomys torridus- Sceloporus occidentalis - So. Grasshopper Mouse Western Fence Lizard Peromyscus boylii- Canyon Mouse Ufa stansburiana - Side Blotched Lizard Peromyscus maniculatus - Deer Mouse Neotoma lepida - Desert Woodrat SNAKES Neotoma fuscipes- Arizona elegans - Glossy Snake Dusky Footed Woodrat Coluber constrictor - Green Racer Microtus califomicus- Crotalus viridis - Pacific Rattlesnake Calif. Meadow mouse Diadophis punctatus modestus- Lepus californicus - Black-Tailed Jackrabbit San Bernardino Ringnecked Snake Sylvilagus bachmanni- Brush Rabbit Lampropeltis zonata - Sylvilagus auduboni - Cottontail Rabbit Mountain Kingsnake Odocoileus hemionus - Mule Deer Lampropeltis getulus - Ovis canadensis nelsoni- California Kingsnake Nelson's Bighorn Sheep Lichanura trivirgata rosafusca- Coastal Rosy Boa BIRDS appear on a separate list. Masflcophis flagellum - Caachwhip Masflcophis lateralis - Striped Racer Compiled by: James des Lauriers Pituophis melanoleucus - Gopher Snake Dept. Biology, Charley College Rhinocheilus leconfl- Longnosed Snake Alta Loma, CA. 91737. Salvadora hexalepis virgultea- Jdesl@aol.com Coast Patchnosed Snake For a copy of the list, contact Robin Ikeda. Tantilla planiceps- Charley College Bialogy Dept, Western Black-headed Snake rikeda@chaffey.cc.ca.us A Comparison of Plant Diversity in the Day Canyon Bog (Wet Land) 1983 and 2001 Matt Kiburis. Student. Chaffey College Robin Ikeda. Biology Professor. Chaffey College Introduction Ground water flowing beneath the alluvial surface of the Day Canyon Fan is trapped behind a fault scarp; its entrapment there results in local, marshy conditions. Even at a glance from a distance, it is apparent that the bog is drier than it had been fifteen to twenty years ago. By casual observation, it is considerabry less verdant, the substrate is harder, and there is no evident surface water. The purpose of this study is to analyze the composition of the present vegetation, its diversity in particular, for comparison with an earlier study (Zeidler, et.al, 1983). Materials and Methods The original (1983) plant survey of the bog was performed using a single 380m transect line, from the southern edge of the bog, directly north (figure 1). The present (2001) survey was also performed using a line transect. The transect began at the approximate midline of what now appears to be the bog's southern edge, at a large pair of shrubs (Sambucus mexicanus and Rhamnus crocea). The line ran 100m north, then took a 35° dogleg northwest for 150m. The total transect length was 250m Data on the density, frequency and cover of each species were collected at 10m intervals, using standard line transect methods (Brower, Zar, and yon Ende, 1998). Density values for shrubs and subshrubs were obtained by counting individuals in each interval. Density values for herbs and forbes were obtained by counting numbers of individuals of each species in 21 randomly selected 2dm intervals along the 250m line. Unknown species were catalogued for identification in the Chaffey College herbarium. Since a great many ~ecies counted lacked structures necessary for their identification (flowers and fruits), they remained identified as unknowns (Table 2). Species diversities for each survey were calculated using the Shannon Diversity Index (Brower, Zar, and yon Ende, 1998. p180). Diversity measurements were compared by the method outlined in Brower, Zar, and yon Ende (1998. p 185). Results Tables 1 and 2 summarize the data gathered in 1983 and 2001, respectively. The increased abundance of invasive weeds (e.g., Bromus sp., or bunch grass; Solidaqo; and mustards, or Brassica sp.), bare ground, and unidentified species in the present sample are all noteworthy. The species diversity indices (H') for the 1983 and 2001 studies were 2.08 and 0.62, respectively. The test of differences yielded a t~xp= 78.53 >> tcr~= 2.04 (given an alpha of 0.05, at 30 degrees of freedom). Judging by these samples, the diversity of vegetation presently in the bog is significantly lower than it was in 1983. Discussion There are some important differences between the conditions in which the two samples were collected. The earlier study was likely conducted a few weeks later than the present one, for which data were gathered in late April and early May. The plants we surveyed this year were considerably less mature, and more difficult to identity. Additionally, although the 2000-2001 rainfall was higher than average (20.66", at Chaffey College), a significant El Nino event occurred during the 1982-1983 season, in which 46.88" of rain fell at Charley College. The fact that the abundance of exotic, weedy species is so much higher now is a great concern from a management and preservation perspective, as is the more than 3-fold reduction in species diversity. Given the number of compounding (and likely interdependent) variables, and the lack of hydrology data, it is not possible to make inferences about causal relationships among rainfall, water extraction, and the parameters of vegetation structure discussed here. Literature Cited Brower, James E., Jerrold H. Zar, and Carl N. von Ende. 1998. Field and Laboratory Methods for General Ecology. 4tr~ Edition. Zeidler, Chris, Linda Mekus, and Brenda Wessman. 1983. Plant Analysis of the Day Canyon Marsh. Unpublished manuscript. Chaffey College. Table 1. (Zeidler, et. al. 1983.) ni IDi RDi Ji f~ Rf~ 1~ lCi gc IV Rushes 102 0.27 0.42 36 0.95 0.34 231 {I.61 0.61 1.37 Brassicanigra 23 0.06 0.09 8 0.21 0.07 6.7 0.02 0.02 0.18 Phacelia distans 20 0.05 0.08 9 0.24 0.08 11.6 0.03 0.03 0.19 Baccharis emoryt 16 0.04 0.06 9 0.24 0.08 32.9 0.09 0.09 0.23 Salviaapiana 13 0.03 0.05 9 0.24 0.08 19.6 0.05 0.05 0.18 Baccharispilularis 12 0.03 0.05 6 0.16 0.06 10.1 0.03 0.03 0.14 Sedges 11 0.03 0.05 4 0.11 0.04 18.4 (}.{)5 0.05 0.14 Urtica holosericea 10 0.03 0.05 6 036 0.06 22.3 0.06 0.06 0.17 Asclepias,fascicularis 10 0.03 0.05 3 0.08 0.03 1.6 0.004 0.004 0.08 Heterothecagrandi, flora 7 0.02 0.03 4 0.Il 0.04 14.6 0.04 0.04 0.11 Cirsium vulgare 4 0.01 0.02 2 0.05 0.02 0.5 0.001 0.001 0.04 Anaphalis mar~aritacea 4 0.01 0.02 2 0.05 0.02 1.4 0.004 0.004 0.04 Bare ground 4 0.01 0.02 I 0.03 0.01 4.1 0.01 0.01 0.04 Bunch rushes 2 0.005 0.008 2 0.05 0.02 2.0 0.005 0.005 0.03 Rumexcrispus I 0.003 0.005 I 0.03 0.01 0.4 0.001 0.001 0.02 Bunch grass 1 0.003 0.005 1 0.03 0.01 0.6 0.002 0.002 0.02 Rorippanasturtium-aquaticum I 0.003 0.005 I 0.03 0.01 0.4 0.001 0.001 0.02 ~E 243 0.64 1.0 2.83 1.0 379.5 1.01 1.0 Total transect length (L) = 380 m Number of intervals (k) 10 m each = 38 Rfi Species I~)__ J-~?.~)_~._i id~__i/~ '.l~-cli~ ...... L~i-(~ Lei .... Roi ' ' - Ji" k - F~q~er~- Re~.'~r~j-~'l~-c~- Number Distance Densil)/ '" Rel~-b~'~ii~, .... Cover Rel. Cover C?ex_s_~,')___ 79 4.2 18.810 0.704 50.26 0.20 0.202 lg 21 0.905 0.236 Brasicaceae -~3 ~250 0.172 0.006 -~512 0.061 0.061 9 -25 0.360 0.094 ~_m.-~s-'-ru_~n--s-~_-_~-- ~25 250 0.100 0.004 8.1 0.032 0.032 3 ' 25 0.120 0.031 Raphanus sp. 1 250 0.004 0.000 - -- 0.2 0.001 0.00 ..... 1 ..... 25 0.040 0.010 ? :' Ca_p.~yJ(a__sp:_ 1 250 0.004 0.000 "0.1 0.000 0.000 '"1 - ' -25 0.040 0.010 I" $olidag~$p. 2~ ~5~ 0.984 0.037 ....... 20 0.080 0.080 -- 10 '- 25 o.4oa' O.lO, V_e_rbasc_u~m~?._ 268 2~6 1.064 0.040 '-~;12~89 Q172 0.172 5 ....... 25 0.200 0.052 I:'... Eri_og_o~n?_rn fasciculatum 5 -2-~b' 0.020 0.00 ---'3~.46 0.014 0.014 ...... 3 ...... 25 0.120 0.031 urlicaceae 3 ;~0 0.012~ 0.000 2106 0.008 0.008, ....... 3 ...... 25 0.120 0.03. j:. $ambucus mexicanus 1 25'0 0.004 0.000 ...... 7.56 0.030 0.0~ ....... '25 0.040 0.010 '-"' Erodium sp. 4 250 0.016 0.00' ' ..... 0.'6 0.002 0.002 ........ 2 ......25 0.080 0.021 Ba~_c.~a_r?__sp. 25 2~0 0.100 0.00, ----4-0.63 0.163 0.163 .... g .... 2~ 0.360 0.09, u_n k_n_o_w_ n_l- (~2_ _a_) 27 250 0.10~ 0.00~ 9.7 0.039 0.03! 5 25 0.200 0.052 u_n. k_ n~ow n~2_(_3 a ) -3" 2~0 0.012 0.000 -----0.6 0.002 0.002 ........ I ..... 25 0.040 0.010 ' _u_n_~-n~o_ _w~n 3 (~_3_b) 10 4:2 2.381 0.089 1.56 0.006 0.00~ ...... 5 .... -21 0.238 0.06; ~u__n_k_n_o_w_n_4 (_4b_) 1 4~i 0.238 0.009 --i'0~9~ 0.044 0.044 ...... 1 ...... 21 0.048 0.012 u_n_k_no~_w, n_5 (~6_b) 10 4-.'2 2.38' 0.089 .... 0 0.000 0.000 ........... 1 .... 21 0.048 0.012~- ,' U~n I~ n o~w_n_6_(_l_ ! .b) 3 2~ 0.012 0.000 ..... :1.~ ,~6 0.006 0.006 .......... 1 ...... 25 0.040 0.010 unknown 7 (12b) I 25"0 0.00, 0.000 1.56 0.006 0.006 1 25 0.040 0.010 bare ground '~,~ 2,~3 0.296 0.011 ---32~31 0.129 0.130 .... 1-0 .... -25 Q400 0.104 : Total 8~ 26.722 -- -~' ":~-49~-29 ........ 01997 ......... -1 9i -48;{ 3'.1~38 - 1 The Role of Horses in the Introduction and Spread of Noxious Weeds Robin Ikeda, Biology Professor, Chaffey College On 17 May, 2001, I was asked by Larry Henderson, Bill Alexander, and the North Etiwanda Preserve District Board to provide the Board with research justifying the commonly held position that horses should be permanentry excluded from the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve, primarily because they act as a potent agent of dispersal of invasive plant species. As an epistemological point, allow me to redefine the assignment. For the purposes of research, it is only appropriate for me to approach the question from a neutral position. Had there been evidence refuting my original position, I'd be compelled to report it here, and to alter that position. I found no such evidence. I also became curious about other impacts of horses. What I found is summarized below. There are two means by which vertebrates transport and disperse seeds: externally, in their integuments (epizoochory) and internally, in their guts (endozoochory). Horses are effective dispersal agents in both regards. I. Epizoochory (External) · Horses commonly carry seeds of burr clover, horehound, wild oats, and star thisfle, among other weeds, in their fur and tails (Muhlenback, 1979; Jordan, 2000; Schiffman, 1997 Reichard, 1997). · (See Sorenson, 1986 for a review of mechanisms of seed dispersal by adhesion.) II. Endozoochory (internal) · Among the many noxious weed species reportedly dispersed by horses and other livestock are Erodium, Bromus, Avena (oats), Brassica, and Circium (Schiffman, 1997). · Crop contamination by weeds has evidently been responsible for many of the initial introductions (Baker, 1986; Mack, 1981). · Seeds may be brought into new habitats with straw used for pack animals (Kruger, et.aL, 1986). · Seeds of a great many species (Muhlenback, 1979 sites 75 species in one train car load) of noxious weeds are commonly present in livestock feed, such as hay. These constitute not only the dietary grains of horses, such as alfalfa, oats, and corn, but seeds of the species which invaded the feed crops. The literature on this is huge. Muhlenback, 1979 cites some of the vast European literature on the subject (e.g., Meyer, 1931). See also Beach, 1909; Courtney, 1973; and Kruger, et. aL, 1986. · Surprisingly, weed seeds are even present in certified weed-free hay (Zamora and Olivarez, 1994). · Some weed seeds also survive the grinding process to remain viable in alfalfa pellets (Zamora and Olivarez, 1994; Cash, et.al., 1998). Weed seedlings emerged from eleven percent of the pellet samples studied by Cash's group. The proportion can be reduced to diminishingly small figures by the use of tiny screens to eliminate intact seeds after grinding (Cash, et.al., 1998). Evidently, feed manufacturers presently take no such precautions~ Idoubt that they'd be effective' in local feed anyway, since mustard is a contaminant, and its seeds are impossibly tiny. · Seeds of a great many species, including those of noxious weeds, are capable of surviving the trip through the mammalian gut, and are deposited alive, with a supply of fertilizer, after a few days or weeks (Baker, 1986; Thill, et.al., 1986). There is a large literature on the subject of seed viability in the dung of range and dairy cattle; Janzen, 1984 provides a helpful review. There is a fledgling literature about seed viability and dispersal in horse dung (Janzen, 1981; Janzen, 1984; Benninger, 1989). Given that an average head of cattle is estimated to deposit 300,000 seeds a day (Schiffman, 1994), a large proportion of which are weedy and viable, and that horse guts are inordinately more seed-friendly places than are those of cattle, it is safe to speculate that a great many of the seeds ingested by horses are dispersed by their dung. Study on the topic is clearly needed (Cash, et.al., 1998). · There are a number of studies correlating the presence of horses with the introduction of weeds. 1. The abundance and diversity of weed species is higher close to trails (Benninger-Truax, etal., 1992). 2. The above pattern disappears, and alien species are abundant off trail in areas which had been used to pasture horses (Tysler and Worley, 1992). 3. The presence of invaders common to hay alfalfa fields and feed correlates with use of the affected areas by horses (Jordan, unpublished data. In Jordan, 2000). 4. The presence and abundance of invaders correlates with troop training activities during WWI and WVVII. Muhlenback (1979) references some of the European literature describing this pattern. 5. The presence, abundance, and diversity of invaders correlates positively with the presence of grazing livestock (Aschmann, 1991; Groves, 1989; Lidicker, 1989; Wagner, 1989). III. Additional Impacts of Horses: Trampling and Erosion. In a study by Nagy and Scotter (1974), horses destroyed eight times as much cover and created ten times more bare ground than hikers. Trails used by horses are often wider than those by only people, and are highly eroded, and much deeper (Dale and Weaver, 1974). Given the evidence at hand, no responsible land manager would allow horses in a habitat as sensitive as a small, isolated preserve of some of the most endangered habitat in the world. Even large preserves forbid the entry of horses. I hope I have provided some insight into the scientific rationale for this position. References *Aschmann, H. 1991. Human impacts on the biota of Mediterranean climate regions of Chile and California. In: Groves, R.H. and di Castri, F. (eds) Biogeography of Mediterranean Invasions. Cambridge University Press. 33- 41. Baker, HG. 1986. Patterns of plant invasion in North America. In: Mooney, H.A., and Drake, J.A. (eds) Ecology of Biological Invasions of Nodh America and Hawaii. Springer-Verlag. 44-57. *Beach, C.L. 1909. Viability of weed seeds in feeding stuffs. Bull. Vt. Agric. Exp. Stn. 138:11-19. *Benninger, M. 1989. Trails as conduits of movement for plant species in coniferous forests of Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. Masters thesis, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. Benninger-Truax, M., J.L Vankat, and R.L. Schaefer. 1992. Trail corridors as habitat and conduits for movement of plant species in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. Landscape Ecology. 6(4):269-278. Cash, S.D., D.L. Zamora, and AW. Lenssen. 1998. Viability of weed seeds in feed pellet processing. J. Range Manage. 51:181-185. *Courtney, A.D. 1973. Wild oats and animal feedstuffs. Agric. N Irel. 47:389-390. *Dale, D. and T. Weaver. 1974. Trampling effects on vegetation of the trail corridors of north Rocky Mountain forests. J. Applied ecology 11:767-772. *Groves, R.H. 1989. Plant invasions of Australia: an overview. In: Groves, R.H., and Burdon, J.J. (eds) Ecology of Biological Invasions. Cambridge University Press. 137-149. Janzen, D.H. 1981. Enterolobium cyclocarpum seed passage rate and survival in horses, Costa Rican Pleistocene seed dispersal agents. Ecology. 62:593-601. Janzen, D.H. 1984. Dispersal of small seeds by large herbivores: foliage is the fruit. Am. Nat. 123(3):338-353. Jordan, M 2000. Ecological impacts of recreational use of trails: a literature review. Jordan is a Nature Conservancy biologist. The article is posted at www.californiastatehorsemen.com/enviro-impact.htm. *Kruger, F.J., Breytenback, G.J., Macdonald, I.A.W., and Richardson, D.M. 1986. The characteristics of invaded Mediterranean climate regions. In: Drake, J.A., Mooney, H.A., di Castri, F., Groves, R.H, Druger, F.J., Rehmanek, M., and Williamson, M (eds) Biological Invasions, A Global Perspective. John Wiley, London. 181- 213. Lidicker, W.Z. 1989. Impacts of non-domesticated vertebrates of California grasslands. In: Huenneke, L.F., Mooney, H. (eds) Grassland Structure and Function: California Annual Grassland. Kluwer, Dordrecht, Netherlands. 135-150. *Mack, R.N. 1981. Invasion of Bromus tectorum L. into western North America: and ecological chronicle. Agro- Ecosystems. 7:145-165. Meyer, 1931. Die Einechleppung von Pflanzen mit sudfruchtsendungen. Oesterr Bot. Z. 80:265-270. Muhlenback, V. 1979. Contributions to the syanthropic (adventive) flora of the railroads in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. Ann. Missouri Bot. Garden. 66:1-108. *Nagy, J.A.S., and G.W. Scotter. 1974. Quantitative assessment of the effects of human and horse trampling on natural areas, Waterton Lakes National Park. unpubl. Rep. Can. Wildl. Serv. Edmonton, Alta. 145p. (abstract by USDA Forest Service). Reichard, S.E. 1997. Prevention of invasive plant introductions on national and local levels. In: Luken, J.O., and J.W. Thieret. (eds) Assessment and Management of Plant Invasions. Springer-Verlag. 215-227. *Schiffman, P.M. 1994. Promotion of exotic weed establishment by endangered kangaroo rats (Dipodomys in(lens) in a California grassland. Biodiversity and Conservation. 3:524-537. Schiffman, 1997. Animal-mediated dispersal and disturbance: driving forces behind alien plant naturalization. In: Luken, J.O., and J.W. Thieret. (eds) Assessment and Management of Plant Invasions. Springer-Verlag. 87-94. Sorenson, A. 1986. Seed dispersal by adhesion. Annual Review of Ecology and Systematics. 17:443-463. Thdl, D...,., D.L. Zamora, and D.L. Kambisch. 1986. The germination and viability of excreted common crupina (~;rup na .vul(laris) achenes. Weed Sci. 34:237-240. Tysler, R.W., and C.A. Worley, 1992. Alien flora in grasslands adjacent to road and trail corridors in Glacier National Park, Montana (USA). Conservation Biology. 6(2):253-262. Wagner, F.W. 1989. Grazers, past and present. In: Huenneke, LF., Mooney, H. (eds) Grassland Structure and Function: California Annual Grassland. Kluwer, Dordrecht, Netherlands. 151-162. Zamora D.L., and J.P. Olivarez, 1994. The viability of seeds in feed pellets. Weed Technology. 8:148-1 * References sited in other works which seemed particularly pertinent for future reference, but to which I did not have direct, immediate access. Chaffey College Depertment of Biology Date: t:3 dune 2001 To: Ranoho Cucamonga City Planning Commission Re: Comments Regarding the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project Cc: A&J Resources, Ino., Alhambra (Attn: Ben Anderson) California Department of Fish and Game (Attn: I~te Kramer) US Fish & Wildlife Service (Attn:'Nancy Ferguson) Cucamonga County Water District (Attn: James Cline) A. Statement of scientific qualifications, experience and position · Biology Professor at Chaffey College. Zoology and Population Biology (a field course) · Extensive and ongoing use of the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve · Purpose: Scientific training and the study of natural history and methods of sampling and measurement of biotic and abiotic features of environments to answer questions of both a descriptive and theoretical nature. · I have followed the activities of the County Special District OS-1 Board since its reactivation in early 2001, and have attended its meetings since Mamh. · B. General recommendations for action on the current project proposal · I encourage the Commission to recommend the"No Project" alternative. · I further encourage the Commission to send the project back to the planners and developer to redesign the plan in a manner consistent with the recommendations submitted here, as well as those of the lead agencies (the California Department of Fish and Game and the US Fish and Wildlife Service). C. Specific recommendations and rationale · The project, as written, offers no suitable alternatives which satisfy the environmental considerations evidently compelled by law. ,, If development is to occur, it is necessary that there be adequate mitigation for the impacts, both direct and indirect, as discussed below. · The development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project (REEP) will have a considerable, negative impact upon the collective efforts to preserve RAFSS and other native habitats on the fan, both on and off-site. · The biological report in the EIR asserts a finding of significant biological impact of the project. I concur, as do the lead agencies. · The site contains extensive, high quality RAFSS, one of the most endangered plant communities on the planet, and critical to the preservation of native species on the fan. · Two blue-line streams run through the existing habitat on the REEP site (see USGS topographical map, Cucamonga Peak quadrangle). One flows from the bog, and one from East Creek, both of which are part of the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve. The streams are intermittent on the surface, and flow year-around under surface soils, as evidenced by the vegetation they support. The character of the vegetation is highly influenced by the effects of intermittent flooding. Thus a one hundred year floodplain study is recommended to identify the hydrological flows on the site, as well as to the north and south, and to assess the effects of the project upon those flows. · It is likely that the REEP site supports the threatened California gnatcatcher (since it has recently been sighted both there, as Well as having been sighted in the Preserve). It is also possible that the endangered San Bernardino Kangaroo Rat occurs there as well. · Given the quality and uniqueness of the habitat on the REEP site, and its inclusion of two streams, it is ideal that the site be preserved. · Mitigation for the site, should it be developed, must be considerably more substantial than that which is proposed by the developer. The present plan calls for 0.8:1 mitigation, some of which was evidently not threatened anyway. Another Chaffey College biologist (Diana Cosand) and I have asserted that mitigation for the site's development be 3:1. Upon closer analysis of the biological and geological features of the site, and given the take of approximately 7,000 acres of habitat since the City and 5885 Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91737-3002 9091941-2385, 941-2358, 941-2354 County entered into the Valley-wide Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan, I now concur with the lead agencies that 5:1 mitigation is minimally appropriate. · The Valley-wide Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan potentially constitutes a sound effort (from both scientific and public policy perspectives) to compose a comprehensive plan to effectively preserve native biodiversity on the fan. Within that context, the REE Project should address the cumulative impacts of not only the REE development, but the proposed Lin Yen Mountain Temple, Tracy and Coyote Canyon projects as well. Their development will fragment the habitat and interrupt gene flow between remnants so as to functionally eliminate them. That dark prediction may well include many important elements of the North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve as well. (See attached summary and review I have prepared for you, entitled "The threat of edge effects to habitat preservation, and the necessity of effective buffer zones".) I propose a set of measures which will greatly enhance the chances of maintaining the functional area of the NEHP. 1. The length of the southern edge of the NEHP should be reduced. Perhaps as part of the mitigation agreement, the developer might purchase the holdings on the eastern and western corners, straightening and extending the southern boundary so that it stretches from the Day Canyon Flood Control Channel to the East Etiwanda Flood Control Channel. 2. Effective barriers of boulders (a waste product of development sites on the fan, and expensive to dispose of) should be constructed, in a line extending between the flood control channels, immediately north of the power lines. 3. A lkm buffer zone to the south of the boulder barrier should be maintained. · The North Etiwanda Habitat Preserve (NEHP) was established as mitigation for Highway 30. Adjacent development will seriously compromise its biological integrity. · The NEHP is a rich resource for scientific research and education. Data collected by Chaffey College students and professors (Jim des Lauriers, in particular) alone extends over more than two decades. (See attached species lists for plants in the canyon and fan, plants in the bog, birds, and other vertebrates.) · The REE plan is unclear as to the water soume for the project. The Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD) currently extracts water from underground tunnels, including the Bee Tunnel (James Cline, CCWD, pers. corn., 3/15/01), which draws water that might otherwise be trapped for a time beneath the bog. Vegetative changes in the bog are evident [See the attached study, entitled "A comparison of plant diversity in the Day Canyon bog (wet land)".], but their cause(s) are not clear. Water issues are huge in almost any habitat, and RAFFS is no exception; the bog is a particular concern. I therefor recommend that maps of existing water lines and tunnels, as well as extraction data over the last 20 years, be made available by the CCWD. · The REE Project calls for an equestrian center. Such a facility so close to the NEHP would make the necessary exclusion of horses (as per the NEHP's Management Plan) virtually unenforceable. Such frequent access to the NEHP by horses would alter the habitat immeasurably, by trampling, erosion, and most ominously, by the rapid introduction and spread of weeds and the resulting extinction of native species and alteration of the fire cycle. (See attached summary and review, entitled "The role of horses in the introduction and spread of noxious weeds.") I hope my remarks have been helpful. Feel free to contact me with for any questions, clarification, or discussion that might be a further service. Robin ikeda Biology Department Chaffey College 5885 Haven Ave. Alta Loma, CA 91737 909-941-2310 rikeda@chaffey.cc.ca.us CF~A FIN~INC~S City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Findings Related to The University/Crest Planned Development Environmental Impact Report, Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the Revised Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project in compliance with the Califomia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RANCHO ETIWANDA ESTATES CEQA FINDINGS TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................ 1 II. PROJECT SUMMARY ................................................................................................................... 2 A. PROJECT DESCRI]~TION ................................................................................................. 2 B. PROJECT OBJECTIVES ................................................................................................... 4 Ili. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND PUBLIC PARTIC/]?ATION ............................................... 6 A. INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT FINDING ......................................................................... 7 B. FINDING ON THE 1991 EIR AND SUPPLEMENTAL EIR ........................................... 7 C. GENERAL FINDING ON MITIGATION MEASURES ................................................... 7 IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND FINDINGS ........................................................................ 8 A. IMPACTS IDENTIFIED IN THE SEIR AS LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT REQUIRING NO MITIGATION .............................................................................................................. 9 1. Air Quality .................................................................................................................. 9 2. Biological Resources ................................................................................................. 10 3. Land Use ................................................................................................................... 12 B. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS WHICH CAN BE MITIGATED BELOW A LEVEL OF SIGNIFICANCE AND MITIGATION MEASURES ................................... 1,~ 1. BiologicaIResources ................................................................................................. 15 2. Transportation and Circulation ................................................................................. 17 C. IMPACTS ANALYZED IN THE FEIR AND SEIR AND DETERMINED TO BE SIGNIFICANT AND UNAVOIDABLE .......................................................................... 21 1. Air Quality ................................................................................................................ 21 2. Biological Resources ................................................................................................. 24 3. Transportation and Circulation ................................................................................. 26 V. PROJECT ALTERNATIVES ........................................................................................................ 27 VI. PROJECT BENEFITS ................................................................................................................... 27 VI. STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................. 28 VIII. ADOPTION OF A MONITORINGBLEPORTING PROGRAM FOR THE CEQA MITIGATION MEASURES .......................................................................................................... 32 ii Facts, Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations Regarding the Environmental Effects from the Development Agreement for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates (SCH # 88082915 and 1998082915) I. INTRODUCTION The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga ("this Council") in approving the Development Agreement for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates, makes the findings described below and adopts the Statement of Overriding Considerations presented at the end of the Findings. The "project" under CEQA for purposes of the City's discretionary action is the approval of the Development Agreement, which will now govern the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates site, subject to the terms and provisions of the Development Agreement. The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project is a modification to a project previously approved by the Board of Supervisors ("Board") of the County of San Bernardino in June, 1991. The prior project was identified as the University/Crest Planned Development (PD) (the "University/Crest PD"), and at the time of that project approval, the Board certified a Final Environmental Impact Report, State Clearinghouse (SCH) Number 88082915 (the "1991 Final EIR"). In May 1991, the Board approved the addendum to the 1991 Final EIR. Subsequent to the 1991 approval, a portion of the University/Crest Development Project was purchased, and in 1998 the new owners made application to the County for approval of revisions to the University portion including, severing the University portion from the Crest portion of the original University Project (the "Revised University Project"). The Board was presented with the Revised University Project and certified a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (the "SEIR") on October 26, 1999 (SCH 98121091 ). The City of Rancho Cucamonga challenged the Board's approval of the Revised University Project and certification of the SEIR through a Petition for Writ of Mandate filed in the San Bernardino County Superior Court on November 29, 1999 (the "Action"). The Action challenged the adequacy of the SEIR on a number of grounds, of which the primary concerns included inadequate traffic impacts analysis, inadequate open space analysis and improper application of the City's zoning standards applicable within its sphere of influence. The City, the Board and the Property owner have subsequently entered into a conditional settlement agreement as regards the Action. Through the settlement agreement the Property owner has agreed to enter into a Development Agreement to address the City's concerns about potential traffic impacts, and to modify certain traffic design and construction timing issues related to the development of the Revised University Project. The University portion of the previous University/Crest PD is now under construction. In 2000, owners of the Crest portion of the original University/Crest Development Project approached the City regarding the potential of annexing the project site into the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The owners had previously initiated a revision to the original University/Crest PD. The revision process, including the preparation and circulation of a Supplemental Environmental Impact report prepared by the County of San Bernardino, has subsequently been terminated. The owners also have renamed the Crest project "Rancho Etiwanda Estates." In considering the potential of sponsoring an annexation into the City, the City identified the primary benefits arising from annexation as: (a) the property owner's agreement to enter into a development agreement in regard to the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project; (b) the property owner's agreement to financially participate in the development of community level park, recreation and equestrian facilities; (c) the provision of necessary roadway improvements to complete the backbone system in the northeastern portion of the City, and County areas; and (d) the local application of zoning and development performance standards These Findings are based upon the entire record before this Council, including the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report CSEIR") prepared for the Project which augments the 1991 Final EIR and EIR Addendum for the Project as regulated by the settlement agreement and the development agreement. The EIR and SEIR were prepared by the County of San Bemardino and the City of Rancho Cucamonga, each acting as the lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), respectively. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is identified in the SEIR as a Responsible Agency for the original 1991 EIR regarding the development of the Project pursuant to CEQA, and the lead agency for preparation of the SEIR. II. PROJECT SUMMARY A. PROJECT DESCRIPTION As originally proposed and approved by the Board, the Project site is located in an unincorporated area of southwestern San Bernardino County. The Project site is located just west of Interstate 15 (I-15) and north of the future State Route 30 (SR-30) within the City of Rancho Cucamunga sphere of influence. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is located to the south and east (SEIR Figures 3-1 & 3-2). As a result of the pending annexation process, the Project site will be located within the City limits of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The University/Crest PD was approved in 1991 with 1,238 residential units, related commercial development, school, park and open space on 1,111.29 acres. To provide for comprehensive planning and infrastructure efficiency, two separate properties "known as University and Crest" were included under a single land use approval. The University/Crest PD was never developed. The current owner of the Crest portion (subsequently renamed Rancho Etiwanda Estates), A & J Resources, Inc., proposed revisions to reflect the changes in circumstances with regard to ownership, land area, and concept design. The Project provides a detailed plan for residential development on 250.78 acres. The specific modifications analyzed in the SEIR were: · Redesigning the project to provide identifiable neighborhoods to allow the project to respond to a range of potential market sectors. The redesign also redefines the project's internal circulation and each neighborhood by limiting inter-project pass-through trips. · Lowering the overall project intensity from 660 lots to 632 lots (a 6 percent reduction). · An overall project design that increases lot sizes as the project progresses northerly. · Introducing a gated community concept that will limit public access both within the development and to a biological preserve area located north of the site. The gated Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will thus act as a buffer between the North Etiwanda Preserve and urban uses south of the project site. · Changes to the overall regional circulation, including the potential vacation of Etiwanda Avenue, north of its intersection with Day Creek Boulevard, further reducing potential trespassing to the biological preserve located north of the project site. · Removal of a local proposed park and requiting the project to provide funding for an off-site City community park, a $4,171,200 commitment. Requiring the project to provide funding for off-site equestrian facilities, a $632,000 comrmtment. · Annexation of the project site into the City. The SEIR evaluated the potential environmental effects that would result from the development of these modifications to the approved University/Crest PD, according to the requirements of the CEQA. The 1991 Final EIR and EIR Addendum, is intended to serve as an informational document to be used by the City in its responsible and lead agency roles in assessing the environmental effects of the proposed Project, and to provide mitigation measures to avoid or minimize identified significant impacts. The "project" under CEQA, for purposes of the City's discretionary action is the approval of the Development Agreement, which will now govern the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, subject to the terms and provisions of the Development Agreement. Provisions of the Development Agreement include the following: · Section 2: The modification of street sections on Day Creek Boulevard to accommodate a wider landscape setback along the east and south side of this roadway; · Section 3: The removal of the requirement for Burd vault installation; · Section 6(b)(i): Construction by the Property Owner of Day Creek Boulevard from the Southern California Edison Corridor to Etiwanda Avenue; · Section 6(b)(ii): Construction by the Property Owner of Etiwanda Avenue from the southeastern boundary of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, north to Day Creek Boulevard; · Section 6(b)(iv): Deletion of Etiwanda Avenue north of Day Creek Boulevard; · Section 7(iii): Payment by the Property Owner of $4,171,200 for park purposes; · Section 7(iv): Payment by the Property Owner of $632,000 for equestrian purposes; 3 · Section 10: Requirement of the project to undergo the City's design review process with the exception of grading review; and · Section 11: Transfer by the Property Owner, in fee, of one-half interest in a 172-acre parcel of off- site land for permanent open space, with $110,000 to provide for long-term maintenance of the site. B. PROJECT OBJECTIVES The objectives of the Development Agreement are as follows: · To conform the standards under which the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will be developed to the standards of the City, as set forth in the Development Agreement, including the Etiwanda North Specific Plan and the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan which provide for slightly different standards for street improvement, lighting, storm drain landscape, and streetscape. · To be consistent with the objectives of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan to include the following: To create an identifiable "sense of place" within the City through the development of a gated community with integrated, yet distinct neighborhoods within the overall project. Having a major arterial roadway define the southern portion of the site, rather than having two east-west arterials transecting the development. The creation of larger lots consistent with the vision of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. Through project design, creating a buffer for the North Etiwanda Preserve to the north by limiting direct access through the private gated community, and by considering the vacation of Etiwanda Avenue north of the intersection with Day Creek Boulevard. To promote the use of a landscape theme that respects climate, drought tolerant plants, soil conditions and the natural surroundings. To promote the use of design features such as walls, fencing, lighting, and signage to enhance the overall community image. To phase necessary backbone and local street improvements to maximize the efficiency of traffic as development progresses. To be consistent with the final resource management plan for designated development areas as delineated in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan area, by providing replacement acreage at a ratio of 1:1 for the loss of Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub. To discourage through traffic from entering the small neighborhood units. 4 To mitigate traffic impacts upon City and County streets outside the development area. · To assure that the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will be a benefit to the City and its residents by providing quality development to meet the City's housing demands. The objectives of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project are as follows: · To redesign the project to facilitate development, employing less density, definable neighborhoods, a revised land use concept, and development standards reflective of current and projected market conditions. · Create a project design that limits access to the biological preserve area north of the project site by gating the community and considers the vacation of Etiwanda Avenue north of its proposed intersection with Day Creek Boulevard. Vacation of Etiwanda Avenue north of its intersection of with Day Creek Boulevard will require a separate action by the City and/or County. · Assist the City of Rancho Cucamonga in achieving the General Plan goals of meeting the community's recreation needs through specified funding to expand City park projects. · Assist the City of Rancho Cucamonga in attaining their General Plan goals by providing funding towards the development of off-site community equestrian facilities. · Complete a vital transportation link consistent with the City's Circulation Element by constructing Day Creek Boulevard from its northern termanus to its intersection with Etiwanda Avenue. · Construct planned water infrastructure to serve the area. Offer the prospective homebuyer a range of housing types suited for different ages, family sizes, and socioeconomic conditions. o Establish a structure for a specific neighborhood Homeowner's Association responsible for maintaining landscape, recreation areas, architectural standards and other common facilities. Integrate and complement existing and furore communities in the northern Rancho Cucamonga area. IlL ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION The City of Rancho Cucamonga has conducted environmental review for the approval of the Development Agreement, which provides for the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project as follows: The City, in order to approve the Development Agreement to provide for development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, conducted further environmental review in a Supplemental EIR (SEIR). On June 13, 2001, the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission held a public hearing on the development agreement and recommended the City of Rancho Cucamonga City Council approve adoption of the SEIR and approve adoption of the ordinance approving the proposed development agreement. The County of San Bernardino previously conducted environmental review for development of the University/Crest PD and the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project which included the 1991 Final EIR; including technical reports concerning traffic and circulation impacts; air quality; biological resources, as well a review of the project site's previous environmental documentation including the 1991 Final EIR. The following is a summary of the County's and City, as Responsible Agency, environmental review for this project relative to the SEIR: · A Notice of Preparation (NOP) and Initial Study identifying the scope of environmental issues, were distributed to 57 federal, state and local agencies and organizations on August 25, 2000, and notice was provided through publication on August 26, 2000, in the San Bernardino Sun. A total of eleven comment letters were received. Copies of those comment letters are included in Appendix A of the Draft SEIR (under separate cover). Relevant comments received in response to the NOP/Initial Study were incorporated into the Draft SEIR. · The Draft SEIR was distributed for public review on March 28, 2001, for a 45-day review period with the comment period expiring on May 14, 2001. Seventeen comment letters were received at the close of the public comment period. The specific and general responses to comments are in the Final SEIR. A Notice of Completion (blOC) was sent with the Draft SEIR to the State Clearinghouse on , and notice was provided on , in the following newspaper(s) of general and/or regional circulation: · The Final SEIR was disthbuted for a 10-day notification period beginning on The Rancho Cucamonga Planning Comrmssion held a public hearing to consider the Project and staff recommendations on June 13,200 I. Following public testimony, and staff recommendations, the Commission recommended to the City Council that the SEIR is 6 adequate and should be certified and that the City Council adopt these Findings and Statement of Ovemding Considerations and approved the Project. · On , the City Council held a public hearing to consider the Project and staff recommendations. Following public testimony and staff recommendations, the City Council certified the SEIR and adopted the Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations and approved the Project. A. INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT FlNDING The City of Rancho Cucamonga retained LSA Associates to prepare the Supplemental EIR to the 1991 Final EIR. The Supplemental EIR was prepared under the direction and supervision of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Development Deparlment, Planning Division. Finding: The 1991 Final EIR and Supplemental EIR reflect the City's independent judgment. The City has exercised its independent judgment in accordance with Public Resources Code, Section 21082.1(c)(3) in retaining its own environmental consultant, directing the consultant in preparation of the SEIR to the 1991 Final Eli{, as well as reviewing, analyzing, and revising material prepared by the consultant. B. FINDING ON THE 1991 EIR AND SUPPLEMENTAL EIR Finding: The proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates project as set forth in the Development Agreement as well as the adoption of the Development Agreement require only minor technical changes or additions to the 1991 Final EIR to adequately make the 1991 Final EIR apply to the Project. Pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines, an SEIR is the required environmental documentation for the City's consideration of the Project. C. GENERAL FINDING ON MITIGATION MEASURES The City has reviewed the conditions of approval and mitigation measures applicable to the Project as a result of the County's approval of the University/Crest PD in 1991. The City has determined that in preparing the conditions of approval for Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, as applicable, the City incorporated the mitigation measures recommended in the 1991 Final EIR. In the event that the conditions of approval do not use the exact wording of the mitigation measures recommended in the SE[R, in each such instance, the adopted conditions of approval are intended to be identical or substantially similar to the recommended mitigation measure. Any minor revisions were made for the purpose of improving clarity or to better define the intended purpose. Findings: Unless specifically stated to the contrary in these findings, it is the City's intent to adopt all mitigation measures recommended by the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR. If a measure has, through error, been omitted from the Conditions of Approval or from these Findings, and that measure is not specifically reflected in these Findings, that measure shall be deemed to be adopted pursuant to this paragraph. In addition, unless specifically stated to the contrary in these Findings, all Conditions of Approval repeating or rewording mitigation measures recommended in the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR are intended to be substantially similar to the mitigation measures as worded in the Final SEIR and are found to be equally effective in avoiding or lessening the identified environmental impact. Finally, the mitigation measures applicable to the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project have incorporated, or deleted, as necessary, the mitigation measures from the 1991 Final EIR, as shown on Exhibit "A." Such mitigation from the 1991 Final EIR has been properly assigned to mitigate the impacts of the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project, or has been deleted because the mitigation is no longer applicable as set forth in Exhibit "A." No new environmental impacts have been identified to ar/se from the adoption of the Development Agreement. IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND FINDINGS City and County staff reports, the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR, written and oral testimony at all relevant public meetings or hearings, and these Facts, Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations and other information in the administrative record serve as the basis for the City's environmental determination. The detailed analysis of potential environmental impacts and proposed mitigation measures for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project are presented in Chapter 4 of the DEIR and Draft SEIR. Responses to comments and any revisions or omissions to the Draft SEIR are provided in Chapters 3 and 4 of the Final SEIR. The SEIR evaluated four major environmental categories (air quality, biological resources, land use, and traffic and circulation,) for potential significant adverse impacts, including cumulative impacts. Both project-specific and cumulative impacts were evaluated. Of these environmental categories, the City concurs with the conclusions in the SEIR that the issues and subissues discussed below can be mitigated below a significant impact threshold and for those issues which cannot be mitigated below a level of significance, overriding considerations exist which make impacts acceptable. In addition to the four major environmental categories addressed in the SEIR, nine other major categories were found to be nonsignificant in the Initial Study prepared for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project. The City concurs with the conclusions on these categories as outlined in the Initial Study (Appendix A of the Draft SEIR) and finds that no significant impacts have been identified as to those categories identified in the Initial Study and no further analysis is required. A. IMPACTS IDENrlFIED 1N THE SEIR AS LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT REQUIRING NO MITIGATION The following issues were identified in the Initial Study (Appendix A of the Draf~ SEIR) as having the potential to cause significant impact and were carried forward to the SEll>, for detailed evaluation. These issues were found in the SEIR as having no potential to cause significant impact and therefore require no project-specific mitigation. In the following presentation, each resource issue is identified and the potential for significant adverse environmental effects is discussed. 1. AIR QUALITY a. Long-Term Impacts - Local Air Quality Potential Significant Impact: Because the project would introduce changes in traffic volumes on the roadways serving the project, a potential exists for increased carbon monoxide concentrations at sensitive areas in the project vicinity. Finding: Potential long-term impacts on local air quality are discussed in Section 5.1 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that impacts to local air quality brought about by the implementation of the proposed Project would not be significant. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: A detailed analysis of carbon monoxide (CO) concentrations at sensitive areas in the project vicinity was conducted.. Future CO concentrations with the project were forecast with the CALINE4 computer model, generating worst-case projections of 1-hour and 8-hour CO concentration levels. The detailed study showed that future concentrations (with or without the project) will increase; however, none of the receptors modeled arc projected to exceed either the 1- hour or 8-hour State CO concentration standards. The project does not generate CO concentrations above the 1-hour or 8-hour State standard, nor will CO concentrations over future no project conditions increase significantly. No additional mitigation is required. b. Consistency with Air Quality Management Plan Potential Significant Impact: The South Coast Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) is a regional plan that applies to the proposed project area. Inconsistency between the proposed project and the AQMP is a potentially significant impact. Finding: Potential inconsistencies with the AQMP are discussed in Section 5.1 of the SEIR. The analysis evaluated two key indicators of consistency related to the increase in the frequency or severity of air quality violations, and the exceedance of assumptions in the AQMP. This analysis concluded that the project was consistent with both criteria. No mitigation is required. Facts andAnalysisinSupportoftheFinding: A detailed analysis of criteria air pollutants was conducted as part of the SEIR. The project is not projected to contribute significantly to the local air quality because the CO, PM1- and SOx emissions are below thresholds established by the South Coast Air Quality Management District, and all of the pollutants evaluated would contribute a very small percentage of the total emissions generated in the South Coast Air Basin on a daily basis. In addition, the project is consistent with the SCAG growth forecasts upon which the AQMP assumptions are based, and traffic modeling for the project is in conformance with the San Bernardino County Congestion Management Program (CMP) and City of Rancho Cucamonga methodologies. Because the project is not projected to impact the local air quality, and is based upon the same demographic information as the AQMP, the project is considered consistent with the AQMP. No additional mitigation is necessary. 2. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES a. Modified On-site Drainage Potential Significant Impact: Development of the site with urban uses would alter cun'ent drainage patterns. Finding: Potential impacts resulting fi.om the modification of on-site drainage are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that, because drainage features to be constructed as part of the project will not allow drainage to exceed pre-development flows, impacts associated with alteration of on-site drainage patterns would not be significant. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysis in Support oftheFinding: The proposed project includes drainage features which will safely convey storm water flows and residential runoff through the project site. These features will be constructed within areas covered by the biological surveys conducted for the project. A retention basin will be designed and constructed to release water into an existing earthen drainage channel in a measured manner, and the post- development discharge fi.om the retention basin will not exceed pre-development flows. No additional mitigation is necessary. b. Impacts to Special Interest Species Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project has the potential to impact sensitive plant and animal species. Finding: Potential impacts to special interest species are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. Biological surveys concluded that the following sensitive plant and animal species were not present on site: Party's spineflower; Robinson's peppergrass; Pious daisy; Parish's Desert thom; Pringle's monardella; California muhly; San Diego homed lizard; and California mastiff bat. Specific, focused biological surveys performed for the San Bemardino Kangaroo Rat and California gnatcatcher determined that both species are absent fi.om the site. The project would not result in direct impacts to these species, and no significant impact to these species would occur as a result of project development. 10 Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: Biological literature review performed for the SEIR indicated the potential occurrence of 23 special interest plant and animal species in the project vicinity. Of these 23 species, 12 are considered absent based on the lack of suitable habitat. Of the remaining 11 species potentially present, only one was found to be present on site. Potential impacts to the Plummer's Mariposa Lily are addressed in the following Section B.l.c of these Findings. None of the remaining species potentially present were found on-site as pan of general reconnaissance surveys or focused surveys. Therefore, impacts to these special interest species are not significant. No mitigation is required. c. Wildlife Movement Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project would interfere with local wildlife movement patterns. Finding: Potential impacts to any on-site wildlife corridor are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that the loss of any potential on-site wildlife corridor would not be a significant impact. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: Construction of the proposed project would contribute to the incremental loss of alluvial fan sage scrub along the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, and will alter on-site movement patterns of wildlife which currently utilize the site during foraging and other day-to-day behaviors, but would not alter regional wildlife movement because of existing development within the project area. Residential development to the south and the Day Creek Channel bordered by a 6-foot fence to the west severely inhibit wildlife movement to and from the project site in these directions. It is likely that regional wildlife movement in the project vicinity would take place in open space areas north of the site (including the North Etiwanda Preserve and the National Forest) due to infringing development from the south. Implementation of the proposed project would narrow, but not completely sever, the swath of critical California gnatcatcher habitat within the vicinity of the project from its current width of approximately 1.5 miles to 1.0 mile. Therefore, impacts of the proposed project on wildlife corridors are not considered to be significant. No mitigation is required. d. Impacts to Etiwanda and Day Creeks Potential Significant Impact: Installation of storm drain facilities could impact biological resources dependent upon the existing Etiwanda and Day Creek channels. Finding: Potential impacts to biological resources associated with Etiwanda and Day Creeks are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that, due to the design of drainage features to be constructed as pan of the project and the proximity of the project to Day Creek, no impacts to Etiwanda or Day Creeks or associated biological resources would occur. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: Etiwanda Creek is located approximately 0.5 miles from the eastern boundary of the project site, and currently exists in an undisturbed, natural 11 channel. Drainage from the eastern portion of the project site that currently flows into Etiwanda Creek will be routed to a concrete-lined drainage channel, then to an on-site detention basin designed and constructed to prohibit storm flow rates from exceeding pre-development conditions. No additional discharge into Etiwanda Creek will occur; therefore impacts to the Etiwanda Creek or associated biological resources will not be significant. Underground storm pipes will convey storm water from the western portion of the project site across the Southern California Edison easement to Day Creek Channel. Biological resource surveys conducted for'the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project indicate no endangered or threatened species located within the easement. The installation of storm drain facilities within this area will not result in significant impacts to biological resources. No additional mitigation is necessary. e. Local and Regional Policies/Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project has the potential to conflict with local and regional policies protecting biological resources. Finding: The project would not conflict with any policies or ordinances protecting biological resources because no such policies exist. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: The North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program CNEOSI-IPP) was established in 1994, three years after approval of the University/Crest PD; therefore, the urban development and associated impacts envisioned by the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project has been anticipated, and no significant impact related to this program will occur. The County of San Bernardino, the United States Fish and Wildlife Services CUSFWS), the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG), and fourteen affected cities are currently involved with the preparation of a regional Valley- wide Multi Specifies Habitat conservation Plan for target species and associated habitats. This conservation plan is not yet approved and therefore, cannot be reviewed as to its potential relevance to the proposed project. Therefore, conflicts with local and regional policies do not exist. No mitigation is required. 3. LAND USE a. Consistency with Adopted Land Use Regulations Potential Significant Impact: Development of the site could conflict with adopted land use regulations. Finding: Potential impacts to land use regulation consistency are discussed in Section 5.3 of the SEIR. Due to proposed amendments to the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and the Etiwanda North Specific Plan that are part of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, no incompatibility between these land use regulations and the proposed project will occur. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: The proposed project is located within the City of Rancho Cucamonga's Sphere of Influence and is proposed for annexation into the City. 12 The City's General Plan requires that a master plan be prepared for the project site. Based on this requirement, the project is included within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, which, consistent with the General Plan, designates the project site as Very Low Density Residential. This designation allows a maximum density of two dwelling units per acre with a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet. If approved, the requested General Plan Amendment and Specific Plan Revision would change the land use designation for the project site to Low Density, which would allow 2-4 dwelling units per acre. Because a discretionary action' is being sought for the proposed project to amend the City's General Plan and revise the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, no significant impact would occur. No additional mitigation is necessary. b. Population Growth Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project has the potential to exceed subregional forecasts in regard to population, households and employment. Finding: Potential impacts relative to population growth are discussed in Section 5.3 of the SEIR. Growth in population and households as a result of the proposed project is well within Southern California Association of Govemments projections, and no growth in long-term employment opportunities will be created by the project. No significant impact relative to population growth will occur as a result of project development. Facts and Analysis in Support oftheFinding: The SEIR examined the effects of providing 632 new residential units and the resulting 1,998 person increase in population relevant to the most current Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) forecasts of population, households and employment for the San Bemardino Associated Governments (SANBAG) subregion and the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The projected increases in both population and households equate to less than one percent of the five year forecast growth in the SANBAG subregion, and 1.4 percent of the five year forecast growth in the City of Rancho Cucamonga ending in the year 2005. Due to the residential nature of the proposed project, no long-term employment opportunities will be generated. Because the proposed project will not result in significant increases to local populations, the number of households, or employment beyond that forecast by SCAG, no significant impact associated with this issue will occur. No mitigation is necessary. c. Community Disruption Potential Significant Impact: The proposed project has the potential to physically disrupt or divide an established community. Finding: Potential impacts based on community disruption are discussed in Section 5.3 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that due to the project's location north of established communities within the City, community disruption would not be a significant impact. Facts and Analysisin Support ofthe Finding: The project site is undeveloped and is located north of established communities within the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Implementation of the 13 proposed project will not preclude access to adjacent properties, as provisions to allow the passage of authorized persons, including fire and emergency personnel and Cucamonga County Water District staff, through the gated community will be made. Because access to adjacent lands and facilities will be maintained, no significant impacts related to community disruption would occur as a result of project implementation. No mitigation is required. d. Growth Inducement Potential Significant Impact: Implementation of the proposed project could directly and indirectly induce population growth. Finding: The project's potential to induce growth is discussed in Section 5.3 of the SEIR. The analysis concluded that, due to the nature of the project as a gated and walled community, the future extension of roadways into undeveloped areas beyond the boundaries of the project site will be deterred, and no growth-inducing effects will be realized from project development. No mitigation is required. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: Implementation of the proposed project will require the extension of roadway and utility infrastructure in the vicinity of the project site. Access to the project site will be via an extension of Day Creek Boulevard from its ctm-ent terminus eastward to its intersection with Etiwanda Avenue. While the extension of Day Creek Boulevard will penmt access to the project site, the gated and walled character of the proposed project will deter the future extension of roadways beyond the limits of the project site; therefore, the extension of Day Creek Boulevard will not provide an inducement for growth beyond that outlined by the proposed project. Other infrastructure improvements that would result from project implementation are consistent with existing, master-planned criteria of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and thus do not induce growth beyond that already included in the City's General Plan. The proposed project envisions the development of 632 single-family residential units, 28 fewer than that perrmtted under the previously approved University/Crest PD. In addition, the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project does not include a commercial or industrial component. No significant impacts related to growth inducement would occur as a result of project implementation. No mitigation is required. B. POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS WHICH CAN BE MITIGATED BELOW A LEVEL OF SIGNIFICANCE AND MITIGATION MEASURES. The following issues from the environmental categories analyzed by the 1991 Final EIR and the SEIR; Biological Resources and Transportation and Circulation, were found to be potentially significant, but can be mitigated to a less than significant level, with the imposition of mitigation measures. The City finds that all potentially significant impacts of the project listed below can and will be mitigated, reduced or avoided by imposition of the mitigation measures, and these mitigation measures are set forth in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Plan adopted by the City. Specific findings of the City for each category of such impacts are set forth in detail below. Public Resources Code Section 21081 states that no public agency shall approve or carry out a project for which an Environmental Impact Report has been 14 completed which identifies one or more significant effects unless the public agency makes one or more of the following findings: 1. Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which mitigate or avoid the significant effects on the environment. 2. Those changes or alterations are within the responsibility and jurisdiction of another public agency and have been, or can and should be, adopted by that other agency. 3. Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, make infeasible the mitigation measures or alternatives identified in the SEIR. The City hereby finds, pursuant to Section 21081 that the following potential environmental impacts can and will be mitigated to below a level of significance, based upon the implementation of the mitigation measures in the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR. Each mitigation measure discussed in this section of the findings is assigned a code letter correlating it with the environmental category used in the Mitigation Monitoring Program included in the SEIR, and adopted by the City to provide for the enforcement of such mitigation measures. 1. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES a. Blue-Line Stream Potential Significant Impact: Development of the proposed project will result in the elimination if an existing blue-line stream, tributary to Etiwanda Creek Finding: The potential impacts to biological resources, including a blue-hne stream that has been identified on-site, are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SE1R. The construction of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will result in the elimination of' this water feature. The SEIR analysis concluded that implementation of the following mitigation measure will serve to avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects analyzed in the SEIR such that no significant impacts remain. 5.2.2A The project proponent shall purchase 3.22 acres (2.'1 mitigation) within the Team Arundo or other approved mitigation bank to compensate for the loss of the 1.61 acres of on-site CDFG jurisdictional waters. Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: The drainage on the eastem quarter of the project site has been identified as a blue-line slxeam. CDFG has deterrmned 1.61 acres of this stream to be jurisdictional waters. No on-site drainages meet the criteria of the Army Corps of Engineers for jurisdictional waters. While the elimination of this water feature is a significant impact, implementation of the above-referenced mitigation measure will reduce the impact to a less than significant level. 15 b. North Etiwanda Preserve Potential Significant Impact: Biological resources of the preserve within the North Etiwanda Preserve may be directly and indirectly impacted by activities associated with the conslruction and occupation of residential uses. Finding: The potential impacts to the North Etiwanda Preserve are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The SEIR analysis concluded that implementation of the following mitigation measure will serve to avoid or substantially lessen the potential environmental effects analyzed in the SEIR such that no significant impacts remain. 5.2.3A No direct pedestrian or vehicular access to the Preserve from the project of individual lots shall be permitted. 5.2.3B Public lighting within the project site shall be installed and maintained in a manner to reduce the effect of night lighting on adjacent open spaces. Specific measures to reduce the effect of night lighting shall include: The use of low intensity street lights. The use of low elevation lighting poles; and/or The shielding of exterior light sources. 5.2.3C Plant materials utilized in project landscaping shall be of a type or variety compatible with adjacent natural areas. 5.2.3D Purchase documents for individual residential units within the project site shall include information regarding: the presence and purpose of the Preserve; access restrictions tO the preserve; the prohibition of uses within the Preserve; the effect that domestic pets have on native wildlife populations; and the effect human activity has on native habitat and wildlife populations. 5.2.3E Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC & Rs) shall be established which limit the installation of excessive night lighting and exterior sound amplification/sound reproduction systems on residential lots located adjacent to the Preserve. 5.2.3F A solid masonry wall, measuring no less than six feet in height shall be constructed at the property line of any residential lot abutting a natural area. Any such wall shall be constructed without breaks and maintained in a manner to prevent the passage of persons or domestic animals over/under said wall. Other barriers, which meet all the requirements of this measure, may be constructed in lieu of the solid masonry wall. 16 Facts and Analysis in Support of the Finding: While development of the proposed project will place residential uses in proximity to the Preserve, because the proposed project will be gated and walled, direct access to the preserve by residents and the General Public will be limited when compared to current conditions. Implementation of the above-referenced mitigation measures will reduce potential impacts to a less than significant level. c. Plummer's Mariposa Lily Potenfial Significant Impact: The Plummer's Mariposa Lily, a plant species identified by the CDFG as a species of special concern and the California Native Plant Society as rare, threatened or endangered is located on-site. Finding: The potential impacts related to the Plummer's Mariposa Lily are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEER. The analysis concluded that, because of the abundance of this species on the proposed project site, impacts to this species are considered significant. Implementation of the mitigation measures stated below will substantially lessen the significant impact identified in the SEER such that no significant impacts remain. 5.2.1A The property owner shall purchase a minimum of l lO acres, consisting of chaparral and coastal sage scrub communities, or its equivalent. Any off-site property purchases by the applicant shall be approved by the City prior to land disturbance within the project site. Any off-site property purchased for mitigation shall be transferred in fee to an appropriate entity for permanent conservation purposes. An endowment, sufficiently funded to provide for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area, shall be established prior to the commencement of on-site grading activities. 5. Z1B The project applicant shall pay an endowment to the appropriate conservation entity required by the City for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area. 5. Z1C New focused surveys for the SBKR and the California gnatcatcher shall be conducted if construction activities have not commenced prior to the expiration of validity of the Spring 2000 SBKR and California gnatcatdher surveys. Appropriate mitigation as determined in consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the Section 10,4 or 7 permitting process shall be required in the event that new focused surveys identify arty endangered or threatened species on-site Facts and Analysis to Support of the Finding: The Plummer's Mariposa Lily (Calochortus plummerae) is considered by the CDFG as a species of special concern and by the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) as rare, threatened or endangered in California. This plant species was common throughout the white sage series on site. Implementation of these measures will reduce potential impacts related to this sensitive plant to less than significant levels. 2. TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION a. Impacts to Local Roadways Potential Significant Impact: Three intersections are forecast to fall below the minimum LOS D under the 2003 plus project condition in the AM or PM peak hour. These intersections are: 17 · Day Creek Boulevard/Highland Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Highland Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Victoria Street Finding: The potential impacts to transportation and circulation are discussed in Section 5.4 of the SEIR. The above-referenced intersections were projected to experience LOS "F" operations in the AM or PM peak hour, and are thus deficient pursuant to City of Rancho Cucamonga requirements. Mitigation measures fi.om the 1991 Final EIR, along with additional mitigation required for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will improve vehicular movement and mitigate impacts related to opening year 2003 transportation identified in the SEIR such that no significant effect remains. The following measures from the 1991 Final EIR are still applicable and will reduce significant adverse impacts. TC-1 Maintain LOS C along secondary arterials and collector streets in the area by restricting parking and controlling access. TC-2 Landscape plantings and signs shall be limited in height in the vicinity of project roadways to assure good visibility. TC-3 Local streets should have a minimum radius of 3OO feet (25 mph design speed). TC-4 Cul-de-sacs shouM not exceed 600feet in length to facilitate emergency access. TC-5 Streets should intersect at as near to a right angle as possible, and at not more than 10 degree skew. TC-6 Streets should intersect others on the outside curve rather than the inside ora horizontal curve. TC-7 Streets should intersect on a crest vertical curve, unless adequate site distance is provided TC-8 Design local and collector streets in accordance with applicable standards established by the City of Rancho Cucamonga. TC-9 At least two different ingress/egress routes should be included except as noted under the cul-de-sac discussion in the 1991 Final EIR. TC- I O No street, or turnaround road should have a center line radius or curvature of less than 5O feet. TC-11 Vertical curves and dips in the roadway shall be determined based on design speeds established for them. Additional mitigation required for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project includes: 18 5.4.1A Prior to issuance of building permits, the property owner shall pay its fair share contribution to the following improvements. Day Creek Boulevard- Highland Avenue Construct southbound left turn lane Construct southbound free right turn lane Construct eastbound left turn lane Construct eastbound through lane Construct westbound through lane Construct westbound right turn lane with overlap Install turn signal Etiwanda Avenue- Highland Avenue Construct northbound right turn lane Construct southbound right turn lane with overlap Construct westbound through lane Etiwanda Avenue- Victoria Street - Install traffic signal Facts and Analysis in Support of the Findings: Intersection operations for opening year 2003 with project traffic conditions are projected to improve to Level of Service "C" or better during the peak hours, with improvements. The project is considered to be consistent with the traffic requirements of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Implementation of the mitigation measures stated above will reduce potential year 2003 impacts to local intersections to less than significant levels. b. Impacts to Local Roadways Potential Significant Impact: Ten intersections are forecast to fall below the minimum LOS D under the 2020 plus project condition in the AM or PM peak hour. These intersections are: · Day Creek Boulevard/Wilson Avenue · Day Creek Boulevard/SUrnnut Avenue · Day Creek Boulevard/SR-30/210 westbound ramp · Day Creek Boulevard/SR-30/210 eastbound romp · Day Creek Boulevard/Highland Avenue · Efiwanda Avenue/Wilson Avenue · Etiwanda Avenue/Summat Avenue Etiwanda Avenue/Highland Avenue Etiwanda Avenue/Victoria Street · Etiwanda Avenue/Base Line Road Finding: The potential impacts to transportation and circulation are discussed in Section 5.4 of the SEIR. The above-referenced intersections were projected to experience LOS "D," "E" or "F' operations in the AM or PM peak hour, and are thus deficient pursuant to City of Rancho Cucamonga requirements. Mitigation measures from the 1991 Final EIR, along with additional mitigation required for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will improve 19 vehicular movement and mitigate impacts related to opening year 2020 transportation identified in the SEIR such that no significant effect remains. The following mitigation measure is included in the SEIR: 5.4.2A While the stated impacts will not occur until 2020, the project proponent will shall be required to pay the fair share contribution for the following improvement prior to the issuance of building permits. Day Creek Boulevard/Wilson Avenue Install traffic signal Day Creek Boulevard/Summit Avenue Construct southbound right turn lane Construct westbound left turn lane Install traffic signal Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 westbound ramps Install traffic signal Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 eastbound ramps Install traffic signal Etiwanda Avenue/Wilson Street Install traffic signal Etiwanda Avenue/Summit Avenue Install traffic signal Etiwanda Avenue/Base Line Road Construct northbound through lane Construct southbound left turn lane Construct eastbound through lane Construct eastbound right turn lane Construct westbound through lane Day Creek Boulevard/Base Line Road to Highland Avenue Construct four lanes Day Creek Boulevard/SR 30-210 to Summit Avenue Construct four lanes Day Creek Boulevard/Summit Avenue to 0.3 miles north of Wilson Avenue Construct 2 lanes Day Creek Boulevard~0.3 mile north Wilson Avenue to project boundary Construct 2 lanes Etiwan da A yen ue/termin us to project boundary 20 Construct 2 lanes Wilson Avenue/0.3 miles east and west of Day Creek Boulevard Construct 2 lanes Summit Avenue~0.3 miles east of Day Creek Boulevard - Construct 2 lanes Facts and Analysis in Support of the Findings: Intersection operations for Year 2020 with project traffic conditions are projected to improve to Level of Service "C" or better during the peak hours, with improvements. The project is considered to be consistent with the traffic requirements of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Implementation of the mitigation measures stated above will reduce potential year 2020 impacts to local intersections to less than significant levels. C. IMPACTS ANALYZED lin THE FEIR AND SEIR AND DETERMINED TO BE SIGNIFICANT AND UNAVOIDABLE. With the implementation of all available and feasible mitigation measures recommended in the 1991 Final EIR and the SEIR, the following adverse impacts of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project stated below are considered to be significant and unavoidable, both individually and cumulatively, based upon information in the SEIR, in the record, and based upon testimony provided during the public hearings on this project. These impacts are considered significant and unavoidable despite the mitigation measures which are imposed and which will reduce impacts to the extent feasible. 1. AIR QUALITY a. Short-Term Grading and Construction Impacts Significant Unavoidable Impact: Peak grading and construction emissions would exceed the South Coast Air Quality Management District thresholds for the criteria pollutant NOx, which is 2.5 tons per quarter and PMi0, which is 150 pounds per day. Emissions of other criteria pollutants would be below thc standards. Finding: Air quality issues for project grading and construction are discussed in detail in Section 5.1 of the SEIR. The 1991 Final EIR found the University/Crest PD to be consistent with thc 1989 AQMD update and to have no project related impacts that would not be mitigated to below significance. However, the SEIR identifies that implementation of the mitigation measures stated below would not reduce the criteria pollutant emissions for NOx and PM~0 associated with construction of the proposed project to a less than significant level under current standards. Despite implementation of the stated mitigation, significant and unavoidable impacts remain. This impact is overridden by the project benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations. The following mitigation measures are required to reduce pollutant emissions from construction activities. 21 $.I. IA During construction, the contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all mitigation measures listed in Table 5.1.1 are implemented. Note that to achieve the particulate control efficiencies shown, it was assumed that finished surfaces will be stabilized with water and/or dust palliatives and isolated from traffic flows to prevent emissions of fugitive dust from these areas. In addition, the following water application rates have been assumed: Roads traveled by autos, rock trucks, water trucks, fuel trucks, and maintenance trucks: up to twice per hour. Roads traveled by scrapers and loaders; active excavation area: up to three times per hour. Finish grading area: up to once every two hours. Table 5.1-1 MITIGATION FOR CONSTRUCTION-RELATED EMISSIONS Construction Vehicle/Equipment Operation · Configure construction parking to minimize traffic interference. · Provide temporary traffic control during all phases of construction activities to improve traffic flow (e.g., flag person). · Provide on-site food service for construction workers. · Prohibit track idling in excess of 10 minutes. · Apply 4-6 degree injection timing retard to diesel IC engines, whenever feasible. · Use reformulated low-sulfur diesel fuel in all equipment, whenever feasible. · Use catalytic converters on all gasoline-powered equipment. · Minimize concurrent use of equipment through equipment phasing. · Use low-N0x engines, alternative fuels and electrification whenever feasible. · Substitute electric and gasoline-powered equipment for diesel-powered equipment whenever feasible. · Turn off engines when not in use. · Wash truck wheels before trucks leave construction site. · When operating onsite, trucks shall not be left idling for periods in excess of 10 minutes. · Operate clean fuel van(s), preferably vans that mn on compressed natural gas or propane, to transport construction workers to and from construction site. · Provide documentation to the City of Rancho Cucamonga prior to beginning construction demonstrating that the project proponent will comply with all SCAQMD regulations including 402, 403, 1113 and 1403. · Suspend use of all construction equipment operations during second stage smog alerts. For daily forecast call (800) 3674710 (San Bernardino and Riverside Counties) Grading · Apply non-toxic soil stabilizers according to manufacturers' specifications to all inactive construction areas (previously graded areas inactive for ten days or more). · Enclose, cover, water twice daily or apply non-toxic soil binders according to manufacturers' specifications, to exposed piles (i.e., gravel, sand, dirt) with 5% or greater silt content. · Water active sites at least twice daily. · Suspend all excavating and grading operations when wind speeds (as instantaneous gusts) exceed 25 mph. · All trucks hauling dirt, sand, soil, or other loose materials on-site are to be covered or should maintain at least 2 feet of freeboard (i.e., minimum vertical distance between top of the load and the top of the trailer) in accordance with the requirements of CVC Section 23114. · All trucks hauling these materials off-site shall be covered. 22 Grading, continued · Sweep streets at the end of the day if visible soil material is carried onto adjacent public paved road (recommend water sweepers with reclaimed water). · Sweep public streets at the conclusion of construction work. · Install adequate storm water control systems to prevent mud deposition onto paved areas. Unpaved Roads · Apply water three times daily, or non-toxic soil stabilizers according to manufacturers' specifications, to all unpaved parking or staging areas or unpaved road surfaces. Source: LSA Associates Inc., 1999. 5.1. lB AH construction equipment shah be maintained in good operating conditions so as to reduce operational emissions. The contractor will ensure that aH construction equipment is being properly serviced and maintained. Facts in Support of the Finding: Grading and construction activities would cause combustion emissions from utility engines, heavy-duty construction vehicles, haul tracks, and vehicles transporting the construction crew. Exhaust emissions during grading and construction activities envisioned on site would vary daily as construction activity levels change. It is anticipated that peak grading days would generate larger amounts of air pollutants than during peak construction building erection days. The project will be required by law to comply with regional rules, which would assist in reducing the short- term air pollutant emissions. Implementation of these dust suppression techniques as required by the SCAQMD can reduce the fugitive dust generation (and thus the PM~0 component) by 50 to 75 percent. Building erection or construction would have different types of equipment being used on the project site. Similarities do exist in terms of equipment exhaust emissions and fugitive dust emissions. However, it is anticipated that emissions during building erection phase would be below peak grading day emissions. Therefore, mitigation implemented for the peak grading day emissions would be adequate to reduce emissions during the building erection phase. Emissions associated with architectural coating can be reduced by using precoated/natural colored building materials, water-based or low-VOC coating, and using coating transfer or spray equipment with high transfer efficiency. Compliance with the SCAQMD Rules and Regulations for architectural coatings would reduce this potential impact to less than significant. Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures, a significant and tmavoidable air quality impact remains. b. Long-Term Regional Air Quality Impacts Significant Unavoidable Impact: Development of the proposed project would result in significant impacts related to long-term area source and mobile air pollutant emissions. Finding: Issues associated with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project's impact on air quality are discussed in Section 5.1 of the SEIR. Implementation of the mitigation measures 23 identified in the SEIR would not reduce the air pollutant emissions associated with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project to a less than significant level. This air quality impact would remain significant and unavoidable after mitigation. This impact is overridden by the project benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations The following mitigation measures are required to reduce pollutant emissions from construction activities. 5.1.2A The project shall comply with Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations established by the Energy Commission regarding energy conservation standards. The project applicant shall incorporate the following in building plans: Planting trees to provide shade and shadow to building; Solar or low emission water heaters with combined space/water heater unit; and Double-paned glass or window treatments for energy conservation shall be used in all exterior windows. $.L2B The project proponent shall determine with the City and the electrical purveyor if it is feasible to pre-wire houses for electrical chargers for EV cars and/or optic-fibers for home offices. If feasible, install EV chargers and/or optic-fibers per the electrical purveyor's direction prior to the Certificate of Occupancy. Facts in Support of theFinding: Although implementation of the mitigation measures would reduce the magnitude of the significance of impacts, long-term area source and mobile source emissions associated with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project would exceed daily thresholds established by SCAQMD (10 ppd over the 55 ppd standard for ROG, and 99 ppd over the 55 ppd standard for NOx), and is an impact which remains significant and unavoidable. 2. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES a. Loss of Alluvial Sage Scrub Significant Unavoidable Impact: Development of the proposed Rancho Etiwanda Estates project would result in the loss of 251.58 acres (247.8 acres project site in addition to 3.78 acres of off-site utility features) of Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub. The loss of 251.58 acres of this plant community is a potentially significant impact. Finding: Issues associated with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project's effects on biological resources are discussed in Section 5.2 of the SEIR. The 1991 Final EIR determined that cumulative impacts to biological resources, specifically, the loss of Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub habitat (RAFSS), would remain significant. Based on the whole record, project development, which will result in the loss of intermediate alluvial fan scrub is a significant and unavoidable impact. The loss of this resource within the proposed project site will contribute to a significant adverse unavoidable cumulative impact within the region. The cumulative loss of open space will remain significant and unavoidable. The SEIR recognizes that the Property owner has committed additional off-site land to be set aside in perpetuity for conservation purposes. This additional off-site land consists of one-half interest in a 172-acre off-site parcel of RAFSS and a cash endowment for long-term maintenance of the property in the sum of $110,000. Off-site 24 mitigation land and endowment is being delivered to an appropriate entity to be held and maintained for open-space and conservation purposes in perpetuity. These impacts remain significant and unavoidable but are overridden by the project benefits set forth in the statement of overriding considerations. The following mitigation measures are required to reduce impacts due to loss of RAFSS habitat. 5.Z L4 The property owner shall purchase a minimum of l l O acres, consisting of chaparral and coastal sage scrub communities, or its equivalent. Any off-site property purchases by the applicant shall be approved by the City prior to land disturbance within the project site. Any off-site property purchased for mitigation shall be transferred in fee to an appropriate entity for permanent conservation purposes. An endowment, sufficiently funded to provide for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area, shall be established prior to the commencement of on-site grading activities. 5.2.1B The project applicant shall pay an endowment to the appropriate conservation entity required by the City for the long-term maintenance of any off-site mitigation area. 5.2.1C New focused surveys for the SBKR and the California gnatcatcher shah be conducted if consttntction activities have not commenced prior to the expiration of validity of the Spring 2000 SBKR and California gnatcatcher surveys. Appropriate mitigation as determined in consultation with the ~S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the Section IOA or 7 permitting process shah be required in the event that new focused surveys identify any endangered or threatened species on-site 5.2.1D Any off-site areas temporarily disturbed by project related activities shah be reseeded. Plant materials shah be those adapted to local conditions. Arrangements shah be made to ensure that plant materials are located and available for scheduled planting time. Sufficient time shah be allocated for a professional seed company to visit the project site during the appropriate season to collect native plant seed. If locale propagules are not available or cannot be collected in sufficient quantities, materials collected or grown from other sources within a 5-mile radius of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project shall be substituted. 5.2.1E The long-term preservation of a one-haif interest of the 172-acre parcel is the principal mitigation included in the proposed project. This off-site property has been aCquired jointly by U.C.P. Inc. and the new owners of the Crest properties. Eighty-six acres along with funding to maintain the open space area shah be offered as mitigation for project impacts related to the loss of open space. 5.2.1F Deed restrictions to future development shah be placed on the 172-acre parcel in order to ensure that it retained as natural open space. Facts in Support of the Finding: The biological habitat impacts of development within the northerly portion of the University/Crest PD, encompassing the University properties is unchanged from the existing, certified 1991 Final EIR. The principal impact of the project is the conversion of land from undeveloped open space to residential uses. Riversidian alluvial fan scrub habitat is designated by California Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB) as a plant community requiring a high priority status for preservation. The conversion of alluvial fan scrub represents a significant addition to the ongoing loss of this regionally limited resource. In addition to the one-half interest in the 172-acre parcel, the property owner has agreed to pay the sum of $110,000 as an endowment for this mitigation property, and has committed a minimum of 110 acres to be held and 25 retained as open space in perpetuity. Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures, project development will result in significant and unavoidable impacts to biological resources. 3. TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION a. Long-term Impacts to Local Freeway Segments Significant UnavoidableImpact: Under year 2020 (plus project) conditions, three freeway segments of the westbound and/or eastbound SR-30/210 between Day Creek Boulevard and Archibald Avenue are'forecast to fall below the minimum LOS F during either the AM or PM peak hour. These freeway segments are: Westbound SR-30/210 between Day Creek Boulevard and Milliken Avenue Westbound SR-30/210 between Milliken Avenue and Haven Avenue Westbound SR-30/210 between Haven Avenue and Archibald Avenue PM Eastbound SR-30/210 between Archibald Avenue and Haven Avenue Eastbound SR-30/210 between Haven Avenue and Milliken Avenue Eastbound SR-30/210 between Milliken Avenue and Day Creek Boulevard The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project contributes to this unsatisfactory condition which is considered a significant impact. Finding: Implementation of the mitigation measures stated below cannot be ensured since there is no mechanism for the property owner to pay fees or make fair share contributions towards improving mainline freeway lanes, and even if there were such a mechanism, there is no way to ensure that such payments would be directed to a specific freeway improvement project. Based on this conclusion, development of the proposed project will create a significant and unavoidable impact. This impact is overridden by the project benefits as set forth in the statement of overriding considerations. 5.4.3A The addition of the following freeway lanes would improve freeway operations with year 2020 plus traf~c volumes to LOS E or better. SR-30/210 westbound between Milliken Avenue and Archibald Avenue - addition of one eastbound and westbound lane. Facts and Analysis in Suppor~ of the Finding: While the level of service analysis indicates that these improvements would allow the freeway to operate with satisfactory levels of service, no mechanism currently exists to enable the funding of these improvements. Despite implementation of the above stated mitigation measures, a significant and unavoidable impact remains. 26 V. PROJECT ALTERNATIVES The project alternatives discussed in Chapter 7 of the SEIR include four project alternatives presented in the certified environmental documents for the University/Crest project, and a reduced density alternative that compares the higher density of the proposed project to the existing very low density land use designation under the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. The potential significance for all of the alternatives are analyzed in Section 7 of the Draft SEIR. The City has considered these alternatives for the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project and makes the following findings. Previously Addressed Alternatives Upon completion of the Initial Study (included in the SEIR as Appendix A) by the County of San Bemardino for the proposed Crest project (now referred to as Rancho Etiwanda Estates), the County determined the four project alternatives presented in the certified environmental documents for the University/Crest project remain legally valid under CEQA for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. The City of Rancho Cucamonga agrees with the findings of the County's Initial Study. As a result, these project alternatives do not have to be updated in the SEIR for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. Finding: The previously addressed Project Alternatives were rejected as an alternative to the University/Crest project because the alternatives offer a reduced level of benefit when compared to the proposed project. Reduced Density - Developing the Project Site per the Very Low Density Residential Designation as Provided in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project totals 247.8 acres. Pursuant to the Etiwanda North Specific Plan (ENSP), a maximum density of two dwelling units per acre with a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet is allowed. Under this standard, approximately 429 single-family residential units could be built on the project site. Impacts based on construction emissions and regional air emissions, biological resources, and land use would remain significantly adverse under this alternative; however, transportation and circulation impacts wo¢ld be reduced. This alternative would be required to provide the same transportation and circulation mitigation because the reduction in trip generation is not substantially less than that generated by the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. Therefore, impacts to traffic from this alternative are substantially the same. Finding: The Project developed per the very low density residential designation as provided in the Etiwanda North Specific Plan Alternative was rejected because the significant unavoidable impacts of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Project on the impacts to air quality, land use, biological resources and transportation and circulation would not be avoided nor substantially lessened with development of this alternative. 27 VI. PROJECT BENEFITS The benefits from the approving the Development Agreement for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project are related to the establishment of a residential development that will provide a new, high quality residential community within the City. The benefits of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will result in a well- designed urban type development that provides for some major backbone infrastructure that would not be made available to the community without this Project's development. The following benefits will occur as a result of project implementation: 1. Completion of Day Creek Boulevard from its northerly ternnnus to its easterly intersection with Etiwanda Avenue. This has been identified by the City as a major north/south and east/west corridor and an essential element in the City and County's traffic and circulation planning. 2. Implementation of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will provide additional housing, to meet the demands of the City. The project provides for a well-developed and adequate infrastructure which complements existing and proposed development in the area and is in substantial conformance with the City's approved Etiwanda North Specific Plan standards as well as the Day Creek Boulevard Master Plan. 3. Providing a substitute off-site permanent conservation area to replace the prior off-site acreage, which is now unavailable for the University/Crest PD. 4. Provide a payment by the property owner of $4,171,200 for park purposes to be used for community-wide benefits consistent with the City's General Plan. 5. Provide a payment by the property owner of $632,000 for community-wide equestrian facilities consistent with the provisions of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan. 6. Implementation of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will result in new sources of income to the area through new property taxes, and through the creation of new short-term, construction- related employment. 7. The adoption of the Development Agreement makes certain substantial modification to the design and timing of construction of certain traffic improvements and substantially conforms development to the City's adopted plans. VII. STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS California Public Resources Code 21002 provides: "In the event specific economic, social, and other conditions make infeasible such project alternatives or such mitigation measures, individual projects can be approved in spite of one or more significant effects thereof." Section 21002.1(c) provides: "In the event that economic, social, or other conditions make it infeasible to mitigate one or more significant effects of a project on the environment, the project may nonetheless be approved or carded out at the discretion of a public agency... "Finally, California Administrative Code, Title 14, 15093(a) states: "If the benefits of a proposed project outweigh the unavoidable adverse environmental effects, the adverse environmental effects may be considered 'acceptable.'" 28 The City of Rancho Cucamonga adopts this Statement of Overriding Considerations with respect to the significant unavoidable impacts identified in the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR, specifically (1) air quality related to (a) temporary increases in PM~0, NOx emissions from construction, (b) increased local and regional air pollutant ermssions from future development, (2) biological resources related to (a) loss of alluvial fan sage scrub habitat, and (3) traffic and circulation related to (a) long-term impacts to local freeway segments on eastbound and westbound SR~30/210. This section of findings specifically addresses the requirements of Section 15093 of the CEQA Guidelines, which require the lead agency to balance the benefits of a proposed project against its unavoidable significant impacts and to deterrmne whether the impacts are acceptably overridden by the project benefits. The City finds that the previously stated major project benefits (see Section VI above) of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, outweigh the unavoidable significant adverse environmental impacts noted above. Each of the separate benefits of the proposed development cited in Section VI of these findings, is hereby determined to be the basis for overriding all unavoidable environmental impacts identified in both the 1991 Final EIR and SEIR. The City's findings set forth in the preceding sections have identified all of the adverse environmental impacts and the feasible mitigation measures which can reduce impacts to less than significant levels where feasible, or to the lowest feasible levels where significant impacts remain. Further, the City finds that economic, social, and other considerations of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project outweigh the unavoidable adverse impacts described above. The reasons for accepting these remaining unmitigated impacts are described below. In making this finding, the City has balanced the benefits of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project as developed in accordance with the Development Agreement against its unavoidable environmental impacts and has indicated its willingness to accept those risks. The findings have also analyzed alternatives to determine whether there are reasonable or feasible alternatives to the proposed action or whether they might reduce or eliminate the significant adverse impacts of the proposed Project. The 1991 Final E1R and SEIR present evidence that implementing the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will cause significant adverse impacts, which cannot be substantially mitigated to nonsignificant levels. Furthermore, the City has considered the alternatives to the project, finds that feasible alternatives to the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project which are capable of reducing identified impacts have been considered and rejected because the alternatives offer a reduced level of benefit when compared to the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. These significant impacts have been outlined above and the City further finds that the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project's benefits are substantial and ovemde each unavoidable impact of the project, as follows: Having considered the unavoidable adverse impacts of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project to construct the planned development, the City hereby determines that all feasible mitigation has been adopted to reduce or avoid the potentially significant impacts identified in the 1991 Final E1R and SEIR, and that no additional feasible mitigation is available to further reduce significant impacts. 1) Findings Regarding Air Quality Impacts Construction activities occurring in the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project area, including mass grading, will result in short-term increases in air emissions that exceed applicable thresholds of the SCAQMD, despite the imposition of mitigation measures. Short-term 29 increases in air emissions from construction can be mitigated but are not entirely avoidable, as construction activities within this region will continue to provide necessary and vital housing. The impacts from the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project on air quality will increase local and regional pollutants despite the imposition of several mitigation measures and implementation of Best Available Control Technology. Increases in local and regional pollutants are not entirely avoidable, as development activities within this region will continue to provide necessary and vital housing. This impact is also overridden by the benefits associated with the introduction of higher end housing within a gated community, the completion of needed roadways and infrastructure to service the northeastern sector of the City, and the projects contribution to community-wide recreational needs. 2) Findings Regarding Impacts to Biological Resources Development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project would result in the loss of 251.58 acres of Riversidian Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub. Despite the commitment of the property owner to provide a minimum of 196 acres of off-site land, in fee, and a $110,000 cash endowment for long term maintenance of the property, the loss of this habitat is a significant adverse impact of the project. This impact is also overridden by the benefits associated with the introduction of higher end housing within a gated community, the completion of needed roadways and infrastructure to service the northeastern sector of the City, and the projects contribution to community-wide recreational needs. 3) Findings Regarding Traffic and Circulation Impacts Offsite traffic circulation impacts resulting from project-related traffic are significant, despite numerous modifications to the circulation system of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project, and despite offsite traffic improvements to be constructed by the project applicant and the project's contribution to fair share expenses of other off-site improvements. The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project's impacts to freeway segments remain significant and unavoidable because there is no mechanism for individual projects to contribute financially to freeway mainline improvements. Widening of the freeways to improve levels of service is not feasible mitigation, and since additional mitigation measures are technically and economically infeasible. This impact is also overridden by the benefits associated with the introduction of higher end housing within a gated community, the completion of needed roadways and infrastructure to service the northeastern sector of thc City, and the projects contribution to community-wide recreational needs. 4) Findings Regarding Cumulative Impacts The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will contribute to cumulative air quality impacts including short-term impacts to air quality during construction or other major projects in the area and on a long term basis as a source of vehicle emission from the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project and other projects in the region contributing to an increase in pollutants. Since the South Coast Air Basin is a nonattainment area for federal air quality standards, cumulative increases are considered significant and unavoidable. 30 This impact is ovemdden by the new housing and infrastructure improvements provided by the project. The Rancho Etiwanda Estates project will also contribute to the cumulative loss of Riversidian alluvial fan sage scrub on a regional basis. The conversion of alluvial sage scrub represents a significant addition to the ongoing loss of this regionally significant limited resource. The loss of open space will also contribute to the cumulative loss of open space in the Rancho Cucamonga area. These impacts are overridden by the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project benefits. While the prior proposed off-site conservation area was substantially larger, 675-acres, no permanent funding was provided under the prior approval, and that land is now set aside as permanent conservation for a project built by the Metropolitan Water District. The undivided one-half interest in the 172-acre amenity site and the dedication of now proposed as a part of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project provides for permanent conservation of land located within the North Etiwanda Open Space and Habitat Preservation Program (NEOSHPP) area, consisting of a portion of alluvial fan draining into San Sevaine Canyon. This amenity site has the potential for endangered species or species of special concern, and if protected from encroachment, Riversidian sage scrub can be re-established to support a diverse habitat. The long-term commitment to provide $110,000 of endowment funding for the amenity site represents a positive action towards preservation and conservation of regional open space. Additionally, the Project applicant has committed a minimum of 110 acres for permanent conservation including appropriate endowment funding. As the CEQA Responsible Agency for the 1991 Final EIR and Lead Agency for the SEIR and Development Agreement, the City has reviewed the project description and the SEIR and fully understands the Project proposed by A&J Resources, Inc. for its development in accordance with the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project. Further, the City finds that all potential adverse environmental impacts and all feasible mitigation measures to reduce these impacts have been identified in the SEIR, the 1991 Final EIR and public testimony. These impacts and mitigation measures are discussed in Section 1V above. The City also finds that a reasonable range of alternatives was considered in the SEIR and this document, Section V above, and that no feasible alternatives which substantially lessen project impacts are available for adoption. The City has identified economic and social benefits and important public policy objectives, Section VI above, which will result from implementing the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project through the Development Agreement. The City has balanced these substantial social and economic benefits against the unavoidable significant adverse effects of the proposed project. Given the substantial social and economic benefits that will accrue to the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and the region, from developing the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project under the terms and conditions of the Development Agreement, the City finds that the benefits identified herein override the unavoidable environmental effects. 31 VI/I. ADOPTION OF A MONITORING/REPORTING PROGRAM FOR THE CEQA MITIGATION MEASURES Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code requires the City adopt a monitoring or reporting program regarding the changes in the project and mitigation measures imposed to lessen or avoid significant effects on the environment. The Mitigation Monitoring and Compliance Program, included as Chapter 5 in the Final SEIR, (MMCP) is adopted as modified, because it fulfills the CEQA mitigation monitoring requirements: a) The MMCP is designed to ensure compliance with the changes in the project and mitigation measures imposed on the project during project implementation; and b) Measures to mitigate or avoid significant effects on the environment are fully enforceable through permit conditions, agreements or other measures. 32 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AS CERTIFIED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND CERTIFYING A SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SEIR) AND STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS AS PREPARED BY THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 01-01, A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND A & J RESOURCES, INC. FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING AN APPROXIMATELY 240-ACRE SITE WITH UP TO 632 RESIDENTIAL LOTS, FOR PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED BETVVEEN DAY CREEK CHANNEL AND ETIWANDA AVENUE NORTH OF 25TH STREET - APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, AND 51,225-081-09, 14, AND 15. A. Recitals. 1. California Government Code Section 65864 now provides, in pertinent part, as follows: 'q'he Legislature finds and declares that: a) The lack of certainty in the approval of development projects can result in a waste of resources, escalate the cost of housing and other developments to the consumer, and discourage investment in and commitment to comprehensive planning which would make maximum efficient utilization of resources at the least economic cost to the public. b) Assurance to the applicant for a development project that upon approval of the project, the applicant may proceed with the project in accordance with existing policies, rules and regulations, and subject to conditions of approval, will strengthen the public planning process, encourage private participation in comprehensive planning, and reduce the economic costs of development." 2. California Government Code Section 65865 provides, in pertinent part, ~s follows: "Any city...may enter into a Development Agreement with any person having a legal or equitable interest in real property for the development of such property as provided in this article..." 3. California Government Code Section 65865.2 provides, in part, as follows: "A Development Agreement shall specify the duration of the Agreement, the permitted uses of the property, the density of intensity of use, the maximum height and size of proposed buildings, and provisions for reservation or dedication of land for public purposes. The Development Agreement may include conditions, terms, restrictions, and requirements for subsequent discretionary actions, provided that such conditions, terms, restrictions, and CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE DA01-01 A & J RESOURCES, INC. June 13, 2001 Page 2 requirements for discretionary actions shall not prevent development of the land for the uses and to the density of intensity of development set forth in the Agreement..." 4. "Attached to this Ordinance, marked as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by this reference is proposed Development Agreement 01-01, concerning that property generally located between Day creek Channel and Etiwanda Avenue north of 25th Street as legally described in the attached Development Agreement. Hereinafter in this Ordinance, the Development Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit "A" is referred to as the "Development Agreement." 5. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga held a duly noticed public hearing concerning the Development Agreement and concluded said hearing on that date and recommended approval through adoption of its Resolution No. 01-64. 6. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing concerning the Development Agreement. 7. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred. B. Ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does hereby find, determine, and ordain as follows: SECTION 1: This Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct. SECTION 2: Prior to the adoption of this Ordinance, this Council has reviewed a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report as certified by the City of Rancho Cucamonga as legally sufficient for the Rancho Etiwanda Estates Development Project~ SECTION 3: The City Council finds that individual and cumulative adverse impacts generated by the Project will be mitigated to the extent feasible through the Mitigation Measures contained in the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). Irrespective of these measures the City Council finds that some impacts cannot be feasibly mitigated to a level of non-significance. In addition, the City Council finds that the Project may result in significant individual or cumulative impacts, which have not been identified at this time. The City Council finds that the benefits provided by the Project, as described in the SEIR, will outweigh any adverse impacts caused by the Project. These benefits are found by the Council to include the following, based upon information in the SEIR, and as provided by the applicant in public testimony at the above-referenced meetings and hearings: (a) The property owner's agreement to enter into a Development Agreement in regard to the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project; (b) The property owner's agreement to financially participate in the development of community Level Park, recreation and equestrian facilities; CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE DA 01-01A & J RESOURCES, INC. June 13, 2001 Page 3 (c) The provision of necessary roadway improvements to complete the backbone system in the northeastern portion of the City, and County areas; and (d) The local application of zoning and development performance standards SECTION 3: Based upon substantial evidence presented during the above-referenced public hearing on July 18, 2001, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a) The location, design, and proposed uses set forth in this Development Agreement are compatible with the character of existing development in the vicinity. b) This Development Agreement shall not become effective until General Plan Amendment 01-01D,.and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02 have been reviewed and approved by the City Council. SECTION 4: It is expressly found that the public necessity, general welfare, and good zoning practice require the approval of the Development Agreement. SECTION 5: This Council hereby approves Development Agreement 01-01, attached hereto as Exhibit "A." SECTION 6: The Mayor shall sign this Ordinance and the City Clerk shall cause the same to be published within 15 days after its passage at least once in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Ontario, California, and circulated in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California. RESOLUTION NO. ~)//"/7~ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AS CERTIFIED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND CERTIFYING A SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SEIR) AND STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS AS PREPARED BY THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01D, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FOR ONE PARCEL OF LAND TOTALING 16.65 ACRES IN SIZE FROM UTILITY CORRIDOR TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) AND FOR SIX PARCELS OF LAND TOTALING 212.1 ACRES IN SIZE FROM VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL (1-2 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE)TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), FOR PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN DAY CREEK CHANNEL AND ETIWANDA AVENUE AND NORTH OF 25TH STREET, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF-APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, AND 51,225-081-09, 14, AND 15 A. Recitals. 1. A & J Resources, Inc., filed an application for General Plan Amendment 01-01D, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject General Plan Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and recommended approval of said application. 3. On July 18, 2001 ,' the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the application and approved said application. 4. The County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project prepared a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR) to address the refinements made to the project as described in Development Agreement 01-01. 5. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council dudng the above- referenced public headng on July 18, 2001, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPA 01-01D - A & J RESOURCES, INC. July 18, 2001 Page 2 a. The application applies to property currently located within the City of Rancho Cucamonga's Sphere of Influence. The seven parcels total approximately 240 acres of land, basically a rectangular configuration (which is presently vacant) bisected by a 300-foot wide Southern California Edison Corridor, located between Day Creek Channel and Etiwanda Avenue north of 25th Street. Said property is currently designated as Utility Corddor and Very Low Residential; and b. The properties to the south of the subject site are designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and are under construction; and c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development within the distdct in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and d. This amendment promotes the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council dudng the above- referenced public headng and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Council hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. The subject property is suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed distdct in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area by satisfying the minimum parcel size requirement for the land use designation and continuing the single-family residential development pattem in the vicinity of the project area; and b. On the basis of the facts and evidence set forth in the Initial study and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report prepared in conjunction with this project, the City of Rancho Cucamonga has determined that the CEQA findings and statement of Overriding Considerations and SEIR are the adequate environmental analysis that is required as authorized by the CEQA Guidelines; and c. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan by providing a land use pattern that is complementary with nearby parcels of land. 4. The City Council finds that individual and cumulative adverse impacts generated by the Project will be mitigated to the extent feasible through the Mitigation Measures contained in the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report. Irrespective of these measures the City Council finds that some impacts cannot be feasibly mitigated to a level of non-significance. In addition, the City Council finds that the Project may result in significant individual or cumulative impacts, which are not identified at this time. The City Council finds that the benefits provided by the Project, as described in the SEIR, will outweigh any adverse impacts caused bythe Project. These benefits are found by the Council to include the following, based upon information in the SEIR, and as provided by the applicant in public testimony at the above-referenced meetings and hearings: (a) The property owner's agreement to enter into a development agreement in regard to the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project; (b) The property owner's agreement to financially participate in the development of community level park, recreation and equestrian facilities; CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. GPA 01-01D - A & J RESOURCES, INC. July 18, 2001 Page 3 (c) The provision of necessary roadway improvements to complete the backbone system in the northeastern portion of the City, and County areas; and (d) The local application of zoning and development performance standards 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1,2, 3 and 4 above, this Council hereby recommends approval of General Plan Amendment 01-01D designating the subject site as Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) as shown on Exhibit "A" attached, and subject to each and every condition set forth below. Planninq Division 1 ) General Plan Amendment No. GPA 01-01D shall not become effective until Development Agreement No. DA 01-01 and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment No. ENSPA 01-02 are reviewed and approved by the City Council. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. GPA 01-01D ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT NO. ENSPA 01-02 i~ From Utility Corridor to Low Residential ~'~ From Very Low Residential to Low Residential EXHIBIT "A " AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY Of RANCHO CUCAMONGA CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AS CERTIFIED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND CERTIFYING A SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SEIR) AND STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS AS PREPARED BY THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND APPROVING ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 01-02, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE DISTRICT DESIGNATION FOR ONE PARCEL OF LAND TOTALING 16.65 ACRES IN SIZE FROM UTILITY CORRIDOR TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) AND FOR SIX PARCELS OF LAND TOTALING 212.1 ACRES IN SIZE FROM VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL (1-2 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) TO LOW RESIDENTIAL (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), FOR PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN DAY CREEK CHANNEL AND ETIWANDA AVENUE AND NORTH OF 25TH STREET, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF- APN: 225-071-37, 48, 50, AND 51,225-081-09, 14, AND 15 A. Recitals. 1. A & J Resources, Inc., filed an application to amend the zoning designation of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Amendment is referred to as "the application." 2. The County of San Bemardino Board of Supervisors previously certified an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in 1991. The City of Rancho Cucamonga in conjunction with this project prepared a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR). 3. On June 13, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the application and concluded said headng on that date. 4. On July 18, 2001, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public headng on the application and approved said application. 5. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows: 1. This Council hereby specifically finds that all ofthe facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct. 2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council dudng the above- referenced public headng on July 18, 2001, including wdtten and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Council hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to properties currently located within the City of Rancho Cucamonga's Sphere of Influence. The seven parcels total approximately 240 acres of land, basically a rectangular configuration (which is presently vacant) bisected by a 300-foot wide Southem California Edison Corridor, located between Day Creek Channel and Etiwanda Avenue CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE ENSPA 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. July 18, 2001 Page 2 north of 25th Street. Said property is currently designated as Utility Corddor and Very Low Residential; and b. The properties to the east and west of the subject site are designated Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and are vacant; and c. This amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the General Plan and will provide for development within the district in a manner consistent with the General Plan and with related development; and d. This amendment does promote the goals and objectives of the Land Use Element; and 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Council dudng the above- referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. The subject properties are suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed distdct in terms of access, size, and compatibility with existing land use in the surrounding area as evidenced by its frontage on a public street and its size exceeding minimum size requirements for the land use designation; and b. On the basis of the facts and evidence set forth in the Initial study and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report prepared in conjunction with this project, the City of Rancho Cucamonga has determined that the SEIR is the adequate environmental analysis that is required as authorized by the CEQA Guidelines; and c. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan, which contains provisions for Low Residential land use designations. 4. The City Council finds that individual and cumulative adverse impacts generated by the Project will be mitigated to the extent feasible through the .Mitigation Measures contained in the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report. Irrespective of these measures the City Council finds that some impacts cannot be feasibly mitigated to a level of non-significance. In addition, the City Council finds that the Project may result in significant individual or cumulative impacts, which have not been identified at this time. The City Council finds that the benefits provided by the Project, as described in the SEIR, will outweigh any adverse impacts caused by the Project. These benefits are found by the Council to include the following, based upon information in the SEIR, and as provided by the applicant in public testimony at the above-referenced meetings and hearings: a) The property owner's agreement to enter into a Development Agreement for the development of the Rancho Etiwanda Estates project; b) The property owner's agreement to financially participate in the development of community park, recreation and equestrian facilities; c) The provision of necessary roadway improvements to complete the backbone system in the northeastern portion of the City, and County areas; and CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE ENSPA 01-02 - A & J RESOURCES, INC. July 18, 2001 Page 3 d) The local application of zoning and development performance standards 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1,2, 3 and 4 above, this Council hereby recommends approval of Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment 01-02 to establish a Low Residential Distdct at the site described in this Ordinance designating the subject site as Low Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) as shown on Exhibit "A" attached. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. GPA 01-01D ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC pLAN AMENDMENT NO. ENSPA 0t-02 i~ From Utility Corridor to Low Residential ~-~ From Very Low Residential to Low Residential EXHIBIT "~" r~ A N C H O C U C A M O N G A ~DMINISTRATIYE- c~ER¥1 CE-& Staff Report DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, City Manager Lawrence I. Temple, Administrative Services Director SUBJECT: Approval of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California Reducing the Utility User's Fees to Zero Recommendation: Recommend the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 558-E reducing the utility user's fees to zero. Background: -]'he City Council established the utility user's fee on April 7, 1993 to "back fill" the ,~'ioss of revenue created by the State with the take away of ERAF Funds to support public safety operations. In May 1995 a systematic formula was adopted to phase out the utility user's fee beginning fiscal year 1996/1997. This fiscal year 2001/2002, the City is able to reduce the utility user's fees to zero. Staff recommends the phasing out of the utility user's fees effective August 1, 2001. This amendment to the Ordinance requires two readings with the second reading on August 1, 2001. Respectfully submitted, A Look Back at Where We've Been [ Optimum Population/Budget Nelarlonsnl' 3 Population ~ TIME · City Population Growth 135,000. 130,000. 125,000- 120,000. 115,000. 110,000. 105,000- 100,000. 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 General Fund Operating Budget $45,000,000- $40,000,000- $35,000,000- $30,000,000- $25,000,000- $20,000,000- $15,000,000- 5 Shift of Property Tax Revenue to ERAF (Amounts in millions of dollars) $4.0-/ Base year of $3.5./ I calculation was $3.o./ ~ 1990/91 $2.5./ ~ Enacted as a one-time $2.0-/ I payment in 1992/93 $1.5./ ~ -'- -'- Reinstated for the $"°'~i I I $0.5./ I I i 1993/94 and 1994/95 $o.o - ~ , ~ , ~ ~ fiscal years 1992/93 1993/94 1994/95 Cumulative loss of $5,939,000 -% Total Annual Losses to State (non-compounded) (Amounts are in millions of dollars) $3.0. $2.5. $2.0. $1.5. $1.0. $0.5. $0.0- IRDA Reimbursement Revenue (Amounts in millions of dollars) $4.5- $4.0- $3.5- $3.0- $2.5- $2.0- $1.5- $1.0. $O.5- $0.0 Revenue Trend Lines State take-away Property taxes Sales taxes c ~ RDA reimbursements Percentage Allocation of Utility User Tax Revenues [] Police/Fire [] Backfill State take-aways [] NPDES (Federal mandate) Building Fiscal Confidence Lessening need for Utility User Tax New revenues helped address growth needs in the community; maintain vital public services; and maintain fiscal stability To avoid unbalancing the City's revenue and financial base, Council adopted a tax relief program intended to gradually and systematically phase out of the Utility User Tax as the economy improved Fiscal and budgetary discipline adhered to Utility User Tax Rate 4.66% 4.66%4.66% 5.00%-~ 4.21% 3.91% 4.00%-~ 3.08% 3.00%-~] 2.46% 2.00%-~ 1.00%-~/l 0.00% ~/ , , , , , , . , ORDINANCE NO. 558E AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3.48 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO UTILITY USER'S FEES. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga does ordain as follows: SECTION 1: Section 3.48.035.A of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code is hereby amended to read, in words and figures, as follows: ~,,,,,~,=,~ ~.,~ ~..=+,, n,.u~.o ~¢~ ? ~om Effective August 1. 2001. all fees are reduced to zero (0)." SECTION 2: Section 3·48.040.A of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code is hereby amended to read, in words and figures, as follows: *~='~ ....... ~"=° by every ...... ~" the C!ty ' '~ ...... ~' se,'-;!ces. The fee !reposed by th!s sect!on she!! be et the rote ~ Effective August 1, 2001, all fees are reduced to zero (0)." SECTION 3: Section 3.48.050.A of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code is hereby amended to read, in words and figures, as follows: "A. Tho,~ ~ imposed ~ *~ upon eve,"/person ,,o~"'~ v..v.=, ....... ...~'* +h~...v City· The fee imposed by this section she!! be *~ ............ ,~ h~,~ r.=~,, provided by Ordinance No. 558E Page 2 Effective August 1, 2001, all fees are reduced to zero (0)." SECTION 4: Section 3.48.060.A.1 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code is hereby amended to read, in words and figures, as follows: ..... i,~,4 by *h ........... *;,,,, * .... hi~=,~ by the City Effective August .1,200'1, all fees are reduced to zero (0)." SECTION $: Section 3.48.070.A of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code is hereby amended to read, in words and figures, as follows: ~ Effective August '1,200'1, all fees are reduced to zero(O). SECTION 6: Pursuant to California Government Code, subsection 36937(d), this Ordinance shall become effective August 1, 2001. SECTION 7: If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance or any part thereof, is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or preempted by subsequent legislation, such decision or legislation shall not effect the validity of the remaining portions of this'Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases are declared unconstitutional or preempted. 7'A5 Ordinance No. 558E Page 3 SECTION 8: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published in the manner prescribed by law. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 1st day of August. AYES: Alexander, Biane, Curatalo, Dutton, Williams NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None William J. Alexander, Mayor ATTEST: Debra J. Adams, CMC, City Clerk I, DEBRA J. ADAMS, CITY CLERK of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga held on the 18th day of July 2001, and was finally passed at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga held on the 1~t day of August 2001. Executed this 2"d day of August 2001, at Rancho Cucamonga, California. Debra J. Adams, CMC, City Clerk RANCHO C U CA M O N G A I COMI~U NITY SERVICES DATE: July 18, 2001 TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam, AICP, City Manager FROM: Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SUB-COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATIONS TO FILL VACANCIES RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council approve the City Council Community Foundation Sub-Committee's recommendation to re-appoint Charles J. Buquet and Tony Mize to the Community Foundation with each Member to serve four-year terms. BACKGROUND As you may recall, terms of office for the first Foundation Board Members included three members serving two-year terms. The terms of Chairman Chuck Buquet and Member Tony Mize are now expiring. Both Board Members have submitted a letter to the Mayor respectfully asking that they be re-appointed to the Foundation to fulfill work yet to be completed by the Board (a copy of each letter is attached). One vacancy on the Board remains, and in the near future the Sub-Committee will be reviewing, interviewing and making a recommendation to the entire City Council on selection of the remaining Member of the Board. ~/~ ~~ted, Kevin~ IcArdle Community Services Director KM/mam ;DENT EY: NATIVE BUILDIN~ CORPORATIONi gog 987 gt8t; JUL-g-oI t2:43PM; PADE 2/~ BUll,DING ¢6RPORA¥ION July 9. 2001 The Honorable Bill Alexander Mayor, City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Re: Community Foundation Board of Directors Dear Bill, It would be aa honor for me to be reappoint~ to the Boanl of Directors of the Rancho Cucamonga Community Foundation. I have enjoyed working with the other board members and the city staff as we continue lo further the mission of the Foundation to provide for the growth in cultural and performing :ms for the children, families and seniors in this great city. Sincerely, D. Anthony MAze, President Cc: Debra Adams, City Clerk Kevin Mc Ardle, Community Services Director ~ancno eueamonga C~mla Charles J, oseph Asso. ciates PURLIC.,/F'RIVATE SECTOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES July 11, 2001 Mayor Bill Alexander City of Rancho Cucamonga P. O. Box 807 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729-0807 Re: Rancho Cucamonga Community Foundation Appointment Dear Bill: As you are aware, I have been serving as Chairman of the Rancho Cucamonga Community Foundation following my appointment in June of 1999. By working together with other individuals similarly committed to the goals and objectives of the Foundation, we have accomplished a great deal this past two years. While our Foundation has experienced positive growth and community profile these past two years, there is much that still needs to be done to accomplish our overall goal of enriching the quality of life for members of our community. As such, I am willing to serve an additional term on the Foundation Board of Directors and I am prepared to continue this se~ce should you so desire. Thank you for the courtesy extended to me with my continuing community service to our City. Please feel free to contact me at your earliest opportunity should you have any questions or nccd of additional information concerning this matter. Sincerely, Charles O. Buquet Charles Joseph Associates ()ffice 9119~481.1822 800o240e 1822 I"ax 9(19.481~1824 (;i~y Center - 1(1681 I;~)thffi Blvd., S~m 395 · Rancho Cucam~m$¢, (2A - 917311 I~ a C H 0 C U C a M 0 N G a I DA'[E: July 18, 200'1 10: Mayor and Members of the City Council Jack Lam. AICP. City Maria§er FROM: Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director Joe O'Neil, City Engineer BY: Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III Karen McGuire-Emery, Senior Park Planner SUBJECT: Parks, Recreation Facilities and Community Services Update BACKGROUND In accordance with the City Council's request to become more informed of park and recreation facility issues, programs, projects and events, this report is provided to highlight pertinent issues, projects and programs occurrin9 in both the Community Services Department and the Park Design/Development and Maintenance Sections of Engineering. A. PARKS AND FACILITIES UPDATE · Etiwanda Creek Park: Nine thousand (9,000) square feet of sod has been placed at the dog park. A temporary fence has also been placed around the new sod to allow establishment, which will take approximately three weeks. · Hermosa Park: The Tot Lot Renovation Project was awarded at the City Council meeting on June 20t~. The equipment is on order and is anticipated to be installed by September. · Ralph M, Lewis Park: Lewis Homes has hired LA Landscape Construction Company to construct the park. Construction is underway and Lewis Homes anticipates completion by early 2002. B, COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE Cl~Y COUNCIL PARKS, I~ECREAI'ION FACILITIES AND COMMUNI'PF SERVICES UPDATE JULY 18, 2001 · Old Fashion Summertime Ice Cream Social and Game Show Quiz, July 17, 1:00 p.m. Cool off from the summer heat at our annual Ice Cream Social. This event will feature a free all-you- can-eat ice cream delight followed by a hilarious game show quiz for all participants. Many prizes will be available. · Antique Road Show, Saturday, August 11, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We will have our own version of the popular television show. Bring that old painting, vase, or childhood toy that's collecting dust and get it appraised by an antique dealedexpert. Refreshments will be provided. · Hawaiian Luau, Thursday, August 23, 10:00 a.m. Please join us for our "vacation" to the sandy beaches of Hawaii. The event includes refreshments, entertainment and door prizes. Diane Chavarria will perform a medley of Hawaiian songs. We will set the mood through decorations and music - you can complete it by wearing your favorite beach attire! This event is co- sponsored by the V.I.P. Club. Senior Advisory Committee will not meet in the summer months of July and August. Their next regular scheduled meeting will be held on Monday, September 24, at 9:00 a.m. During the past month the Committee has worked tirelessly on projects relating to obtaining funding for a new Senior Center. The Committee spearheaded a writing campaign to various State and Federal legislators, hosted a lecture and press conference with Congressman Joe Baca and was involved with reviewing several grant proposals to the Department of Aging and Adult Services. Human Services: · In late June, Human Services conducted a highly successful Senior Employment Fair at the Senior Center. Almost 300 seniors attended this half-day event, which featured 18 local, regional and national employers. In addition the State Employment Development Department, the County Senior Job Placement Service and the Department of Aging and Adult Services Private Sector Job Developer were represented. These agencies assist in job search and placement with hundreds of employers. This Senior Employment Fair, which is the only one conducted in the West Valley, also featured workshops on resume writing and interview skills and techniques. Seniors, employers and agencies were extremely pleased with the entire event. · Homeowners and Renters Assistance Program - AARP tax preparers will be available at the Senior Center Mondays from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. beginning on July 5, to assist qualified homeowners and renters in filing out tax credit claims. · Prevention Plus Stroke Screening - Osteo and vascular screenings were held at the Senior Center on Friday, July 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The cost of the screenings varied. This service was provided by Prevention Plus. · Managing Your Health - Public Health Nurses of San Bernardino County will present a free 5- week workshop on managing your health and identifying health problems beginning July 13, from 9:00 am to 11:00 a.m. Registration is required. -2- CITY COUNCIL PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE JULY 18, 2001 · Video Otoscope Screening - Beltone Hearing Aid Center will provide free ear inspection every 34 Monday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The next screening will be August 20'~ . Walk-ins welcome. · Health Screenings - Free health assessments are provided by the 8an Bernardino County Public Health Department on the second Tuesday of the month, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The next screening will be on August 14m. Screenings include pulse, blood pressure, blood sugar and hemoglobin. Walk-ins are welcome. Trips and Tours: · Catalina, August 18. Come to Southern California's Island Paradise! After a short cruise to the island you have an opportunity to stroll around the island at your leisure. Enjoy shopping, dining, snorkeling and a variety of tours. · Danish Days in Solvancj, September 15. Celebrated annually since 1936, it's the town folk's celebration of all things Danish. Learn how to bake Danish pastries, enjoy folk dancers and singers, shop in the many boutiques that line the streets and dine at one of the many Scandinavian restaurants. · Santa Barbara Harvest Moon Festival, September 22. Join us as we wander through beautiful Oak Park for one of the many fantastic festivals in Santa Barbara. You'll enjoy entertainment, fabulous food, crafts, fresh produce and shopping. · Desert Hills Premium Outlets (Cabazon) and Oak Glen, October 6. This is your chance to get some early holiday shopping done. The Cabazon outlets include scores of stores featuring clothing, luggage, house wares, home furnishings, specialty items and food. We'll stop at Oak Glen on the way home for some additional shopping in apple country. · Oktoberfest in Alpine Villacje, October 24. Let's go to the home of the Oktobeffest Alpine Village. Enjoy great entertainment, lunch (on us), shopping (on your own), a bakery and deli. For lunch you have a choice of Polish Sausage or Rotisserie Chicken (your beverage is not included). · Passengers have been placed on numerous upcoming multi-day trips and cruises during the summer and fall months. Seniors will be going to such destinations as Ozark Mountain Music (16 days), Fall Foliage Barging (9 days), Black Hills Gold (6 days), Washington D. C. (7 days), Three Continents Voyager Cruise (7 days), California Wine Country (6 days), Thanksgiving Ecstasy Cruise (5 days), Grand Kids Wonder Valley (4 days), Carmel and Monterey (5 days), Fiesta Mexico Cruise (8 days), Mississippi Barging (7 days) and French Canada Color Tour (9 days). Volunteer Services: · Several volunteers assisted staff at the 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at Chaffey College. · The table on the next page summarizes Community Services Department volunteer usage for the month of May and year-to-date: -3- CITY COUNCIL PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE .JULY ]8, 2001 MONTH: MAY 2001 YEAR TO DATE # of # of Hours # of # of Hours Volunteers $ Value Volunteers $ Value Admin 5 10 $140 25 50 $700 Sports 24 72 $1,008 836 16,953 $237,34; Senior & 50 254 $3,556 259 1,244 $17,416 Human Services Special 19 64 $896 79 330 $4,620 Events Youth 8 88 $1,232 81 594 $8,316 Programs Total 106 488 $6,832 1,280 19,171 $268,39z *Dollar value based on $14.00 per hour. Teens: . Teen Recreation Activity Club - The TRAC teen volunteers have a busy summer time schedule of snack bar time, exciting field trips and many opportunities to earn volunteer hours through out the summer. TRAC teens can earn free trips by getting involved with the TRAC summer snack bars and join in the excitement of making a difference in our community. TRAC teens will be busy all summer selling snacks at Alta Loma High School swimming pool Movies in the Park and the Concerts in the Park series. · Teen Learning Center - The Teen Learning Center (TLC) gives teens an opportunity to volunteer working at different city program sites to gain on-the-job-skills. This program gives teens a chance to experience different job duties through out the summer. · The Teen Center - The Teen Center has expanded its hours of operation during the summer months. The summer hours are Monday thru Thursday's 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Friday's 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. Teens will have many opportunities to participate in different activities offered at the Teen Center through out the summer. Average daily attendance since June has been 75 teens. · Teen Summer Field Trips - The teens will have places to go this summer. We are offering teen field trips to Knott's Berry Farm, Balboa Beach, Universal Studios, Magic Mountain, Huntington Beach, Pharaoh's Lost Kingdom, Disneyland and for the grand trip a week long summer camping excursion to Campland on the Bay in Mission Bay. -4- CIIY COUNCIL PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE JULY 18, 2001 Youth: · Mobile Recreation Program - The Fun on the Run mobile recreation unit is out in the community parks. The program is serving an average of 210 to 235 youth a week and is still growing. The summer hours for the morning progrem are from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Monday through Friday at the following locations; Monday, Lions Park, Tuesday, Mountain View Park, Wednesday, Beryl West Park, Thursday, Golden Oak Park and Friday Victoria Groves Park. The summer afternoon hours are 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday at the following locations: Monday, Bear Gulch Park, Tuesday, Coyote Canyon Park, Wednesday, Hermosa Park, Thursday, Old Town Park and Friday, Windrows Park. The program is being well received and appreciated by the community. · Camp Cucamonga - Camp Cucamonga is offered at Alta Loma High School this year, through August 24~' The program runs from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Camp Cucamonga location is made possible through a collaborative effort between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and Alta Loma High School. We look forward to this collaboretive effort developing into a long time relationship with the high school. Campers are given an opportunity to swim at the pool on Tuesday and Thursday's, each week. In addition youngsters participate in arts and crafts and sport activities and enjoy weekly field trips. Grants: · The Youth Enrichment Services (YES) -The YES grant-program participation is growing everyday. The program is offering a variety of family classes for parents with young children ages 0 to 5 years old. Parents are given an opportunity to participant in many free classes pertaining to youth such as: Feeding a Preschooler, Water Safety and the Preschooler, Car Seat Check, Earthquake Preparedness for Families with Small Children and Keeping Your Home and Car Safe from Crime. Parents ara also given an opportunity to participate at our Family Assistance, Computer, Training and Services (FACTS) Center. The FACTS Center allows parents to learn and access the Internet to assist them in becoming a better parent. We teach parents how to access different programs available on the Internet so that they can provide more opportunities for their children and families. The FACTS Center also gives parents an opportunity to learn to read and write better with our Family Literacy Program. Youth Sports: · The Sports Advisory Committee's next meeting will be on October 10, 2001. Field request material for the Spring/Summer 2002 (February 1 - July 31, 2002) will be due at this meeting. · A regional youth softball tournament hosted by American Pastime was held the weekend of July 13-15 at the Epicenter. · The Aquatics Learn to Swim Program began instruction on June 18t~ and will end on August 24t~. Classes are offered through five, two-week sessions that are being conducted Monday through Friday at Alta Loma and Etiwanda High School pools. Private swim lessons are being offered on Saturdays. Pool parties are available on both Saturdays and Sundays. Currently there are 2,800 boys and girls registered in classes. -5- CITY COUNCIL PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNII~' SERVICES UPDATE JULY }8, 200} · The table below summarizes youth sports activities for the reporting period: Activity # Participants Age/Gender # Teams Basketball Camp 45 6-12/boys & girls N/A Youth Soccer Camp 30 6-12/boys & girls N/A Youth Sports Camp 120 6-12/boys & girls N/A RCFSC Pee Wee Baseball 560 3-5/boys & girls 55 Basketball League 760 6-15/boys & girls 88 NonIprofit Sports Organizations: · Bi-annually, the Community Services Department, through the Sports Advisory Committee allocates sport fields for non-profit organized youth sport leagues. For the summer period (June, July and August 2001) 432 teams; 44,774 participants; and 76,237 spectators were accommodated through this process. RC Family Sports Center: · Activities at the Sports Center for the reporting period are summarized in the table below: Activity # Participants Age/Gender # Teams Basketball 80 Adult 8 3-on-3 Basketball 40 Adult 8 Racquetball 16 Adult N/A · The table below provides drop-in/open play participation at the Center for the reporting period: Activity # Participants Adult Basketball 779 Youth Basketball 837 Adult Racquetball 361 Youth Racquetball 52 Adult Volleyball 31 Youth Volleyball 10 Jazzercise N/A Adult Sports: · The table below summarizes adult sports activities for men and women for the reporting period: Activity # Participants # Teams Softball 2,8,05 165 Flag Football 80 8 Soccer 704 44 Tennis 38 38 -6- CITY COUNCIL PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE JULY 18, 2001 · Four adult softball tournaments will be held at the Epicenter and Adult Sports Complex during the month of July. Rancho Cucamonga Performing Arts Academy: · Workshops/Productions - The Vocal Expression and Performance class, Television Commercial workshops and Multi-Media Art class have just ended for the Spring 2001 session. The number of participants enrolled in this session was strong. So strong in fact that we had to increase the minimum number of participants in some workshops! Now that registration has begun for the Summer 2001 session, we have again seen a strong number, in the workshop registration. Residents are also excited that part of the lineup includes the production of Annie. · The summer production of the American classic Annie is right around the corner! The professional youth theater production's auditions were held on June 16, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. in the Alta Loma High School Auditorium. Over 130 children participated in the auditions. The auditions were open to all youth ages 8 - 18. Rehearsals have already begun, with performances occurring in August 2001. Show dates are set for August 3, 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12 in the Auditorium. Tickets are on sale at City Hall and Lions Center East, $8 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under. Community Wide Special Events: · The City of Rancho Cucamonga's farmers market, Harvest Tuesdays has been doing wonderfully. The fun happens every Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. through September 25, 2001 at the Orchard Plaza Parking lot on Foothill and Vineyard. Come on over and check out the fresh fruits and veggies, entertainment, Kids Groove and quality hand made crafts! · The 2nd Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular took place on July 4, 2001 at the Chaffey College Stadium. The doors open at 5:00 p.m. and not only do the festivities include a spectacular fireworks show but a fun zone for the kids, roving entertainment and performances by the Silverados. This year's fireworks show was even more exciting than last year with additional ariel fireworks than before! A sell out crowd of 6.000 enjoyed this start of the summer special event. · Movies in the Park just started this week. This summer's lineup for movies include: Dinosaur, Chicken Run, 102 Dalmatians, The Kid, The Road to El Dorado and the Tigger Movie. Movies will be held at Milliken Park on Monday evenings, Windrows Park on Wednesday evenings and Red Hill Park on Friday evenings beginning July 9 through August 17, 2001. All movies begin at dusk. · Concerts in the Park happen on Thursday evenings beginning July 12~ through August 30m at the Red Hill Park Amphitheater. The lineup is exciting one filled with great music for all to enjoy! The Silverados will kick off the series with their top 40/country music; Upstream will be playing their reggae and calypso music; Head First will move the crowd with their classic rock; Ramon & the L.A. Band will crowd the dance floor with their Oldies and Motown sounds; the jazz blues group Raging Sun will be entertaining the people at the park; Reno Jones will play their R&B and jazz sounds; Marshal Law will belt out the country/rock tunes; and the series -7- CITY COUNCIl. PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNII~f SERVICES UPDATE JULY }8, 2001 ends with the classic rock music from The Answer. These free concerts will have the crowds up dancing and enjoying the beautiful Rancho Cucamonga summer nights! Park and Facilities: · The park monitors continue to offer a great service to the residents. They are out at our parks 7-days a week to make sure all is well and safe in our local park. The numbers of community members using our parks have increased steadily especially as we get into the hot summer months. · The table below provides information on park reservations for the month of July 2001: Shelter Location Attendance # of Applications Number of Hours of Use Processed Rentals Red Hill 5,735 63 Resident 67 301 Community Park 4 Non-Resident Heritage Community 1,416 21 Resident 23 115 Park 2 Non-Resident Hermosa Park 721 19 Resident 19 87 0 Non-Resident Coyote Canyon Park 274 8 Resident 8 35 0 Non-Resident Civic Center 600 2 Resident 2 24 Courtyard 0 Non-Resident Red Hill 635 10 Resident 10 41 Amphitheater 0 Non-Resident Total g,38~1 ~123 Resident 129 603 6 Non-Resident Heritage Park Equestrian Center: · Equestrian Center usage for the months of July/August 2001 is shown in the table below: Group Date Event/Time Frame Alta loma Riding Club July 17th General Meeting/7:00-10:00 p.m. Alta Loma Riding Club August 2nd Board Meeting/7:00-10:00 p.m. Alta Loma Riding Club August 18t~ PlayDay Horse Show/8:00-5:00 p.m. 4H Club August 20t~ Ice Cream Social/6:00-8:00 p.m. Alta Loma Riding Club & RC Fire August 21st Animal Evacuation Drill/8:00-6:00 p.m. Department Park and Recreation Commission: · The following item is scheduled to be discussed at the Park and Recreation Commission's July 19, 2001 meeting: > Discussion regarding noise/pollution issues associated with use of leaf blowers in City parks. -8- CI1Y COUNCIL PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE JULY 18, 2001 Rancho Cucamonga Community Foundation: · The following items were discussed at the Foundation's July 10, 2001 meeting: > Discussion regarding the Founder's Gala 2001. > Discussion of proposed Community Foundation reception to be held in conjunction with the Annie premiere production on August 3, 2001. > Prioritization and implementation of Board Action Planning items. ~' Request by Tory K. Joeckel for a donation to the National AIDS Marathon Training Program. > Discussion regarding a 25th anniversary cookbook. Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter: · During the reporting period the following activities took place at the Epicenter: > Quakes/McDonald's - Youth Baseball Clinic- Epicenter Stadium - June 27, 2001. · Staff is working with representatives from the following groups for future activities at the Epicenter: ~ AYSO - Picture Day- Epicenter Soccer Fields - September 8, 2001. ProVantage - Used Car Sale- Epicenter Special Event Area - September 20-24, 2001. San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino - Concert- Epicenter Stadium - Summer/Fall 2001. ~3M Entertainment- Concert- Epicenter Stadium - Summer/Fall 2001. ~' Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce - Grape Harvest Festival- Epicenter Special Event Area - October 3-8, 2001. 'K,e~ McArdle Joe O'Neil Comn ~nity Services Director City Engineer hICOMMSERV~Council&BoardsICityCounciltStaffReportst2OOltupdateT, l&Ol.doc -9-