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TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA
MAY 13, 2015 - 6:00 PM
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Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center
Rains Room
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, California
I. CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call
Rich Fletcher Frances Howdyshell Lou Munoz(Alternate)
Janet Ryerson_ Mike Smith_
Victoria Jones Jim Hansen (Alternate)
Carol Douglass (Equestrian) Tom Tisler(Bicycle)
II. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS
A. CONSIDERATION AND DISCUSSION OF THE CIRCULATION MASTER
PLAN (CMP) FOR BICYCLISTS AND PEDESTRIANS
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the committee. items tlbe
discussed here are those that do not already appear on this agenda.
IV. ADJOURNMENT
1, Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga,
or my designee, hereby certify that a true, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was
posted on May 6, 2015, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code
Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga.
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STAFF REPORT
PLANNING DEPARTMENT 1
RANCHO
Date: May 13, 2015 CUCAMONGA
To: Trails Advisory Committee
From: Candyce Burnett, Planning Director
By: Mayuko Nakajima,Assistant Planner
Subject: Consideration and Discussion of the Circulation Master Plan for Bicyclists and
Pedestrians (CMP)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1. Receive staff and consultant's presentation; and,
2. Receive and File the Circulation Master Plan for Bicyclists and Pedestrians (CMP).
BACKGROUND: In 2008, the City Council established Healthy RC, which is a community-led effort
committed to long-term community health improvement through the development of programs,
policies and partnerships. Led by the City Manager's Office, the Healthy RC collaborative consists
of City departments, local residents, and over 50 community stakeholders with diverse expertise to
address complex community health issues and explore strategies and opportunities to improve
health and wellness. In May 2010, the City Council adopted the 2010 General Plan. The new
General Plan was amended to incorporate Healthy Mind, Body, and Earth principles throughout the
document. Within the General Plan Update, many policies were created to support the Healthy RC
initiative such as improving access to public transportation, community walkability, and bicycling
opportunities. Additionally, several policies were added to encourage pedestrian/bike connectivity
and easier access to transit facilities.
To assist in the implementation of healthy community principles, the City applied for and received a
grant from the California Endowment to improve health through active transportation planning. A
portion of this grant is funding the development of the CMP. This plan is intended to be a
comprehensive update to the documents and data which already exist, such as the Trail
Implementation Plan, the City's 2002 Bicycle Transportation Plan, and San Bernardino County's
Non-Motorized Transportation Plan. In January 2015, Alta Planning + Design was selected as the
City's consultant to prepare the CMP. Staff from the Planning Department, City Manager's Office,
and the Engineering Department are part of the project team that worked with the consultant on this
plan.
FINAL CMP: The link to the final CMP is referenced as Exhibit A. The CMP is a critical element of
the City's overall multi-modal transportation strategy and shares the same health-minded vision as
stated in the Healthy RC chapter of the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan:
Healthy RC inspires a lifestyle that embraces a'Healthy Mind, Body and Earth, through
lifelong learning and enrichment, active and healthy living, and environmental
sustainability.
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This statement serves as the foundation for the Plan's goals, objectives and recommendations; it is
what inspires the City's commitment to a healthy community. The benefits of bicycling and walking
are not just healthy options, but also make for a livable and sustainable City.
Chapters 1 through 3 of the CMP outline the basic foundation of the document with an executive
summary, introduction, and review of existing plans and policies. Chapter 4 analyzes existing
conditions such as roadways, infrastructure, and existing programs. From analysis of these existing
conditions, Chapter 5 includes a Needs Analysis based on types of users and community-identified
needs. The last part of the CMP includes recommendations for infrastructure improvements,
program recommendations and implementation and funding mechanisms. Finally, the CMP
includes a customized project prioritization for Rancho Cucamonga to consider for future projects.
PUBLIC OUTREACH: Staff worked with community groups and the consultant to obtain community
input on biking and walking in the City. A public survey was created using SurveyMonkey. Outreach
events and in-person interviews using the survey at public parks and schools aimed to educate
community members about the purpose of the CMP and to gather responses for the survey. The
survey was well received and many community members were enthusiastic to take the survey and
support the City's efforts to develop this Plan. A total of 848 survey responses were collected as a
result of the outreach process. Community members expressed interest and support for biking and
walking infrastructure in the City. It is interesting to note that Southwest Rancho Cucamonga
(SWRC) survey respondents exhibited some notable differences in survey responses from the
overall survey results such as poor walking conditions, they are more likely to take walking trips that
traveled outside Rancho Cucamonga, and are more likely to be "nervous" or"not comfortable"while
walking.
CITY COUNCUPLANNING COMMISSION JOINT WORKSHOP: On April 1, 2015, staff held a
joint workshop to gather early input from the City Council and Planning Commission on the
development of the CMP. The consultant presented principles of active transportation as well as
preliminary findings regarding community needs and opportunities. The second part of the
workshop gave an opportunity for the City Council and Planning Commission to ask questions and
provide comments. Overall, there was general agreement that more could be done to encourage
alternative transit uses as well as ensure safety within the City for the next generation of residents
who want transit options and a healthy community. In general, there was support for realistic
implementation of bicycle and pedestrian-related infrastructure, as funding permitted. The need for
a safe and comfortable environment with amenities that encourage walking and biking -was
discussed, such as providing shade, marked facilities, and wayfinding signage. The need to make
sure that facilities are visible to create awareness amongst the community to "share the road" was
also discussed. A call for public education was prominent throughout the workshop. Council and
Commission members saw public education as a way to encourage and increase active
transportation. An investment in active transportation options and public education can help
address equity issues and create a well-rounded and healthy Rancho Cucamonga. All of these
ideas have been incorporated into the plan.
NEXT STEPS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission receive and file the plan. This
document will help staff in the future to amend the General Plan, Trail Implementation Plan, the
City's 2002 Bicycle Transportation Plan, Development Code, among other regulatory documents
that assist City staff in implementing bicycle and pedestrian related infrastructure. This document
will also be helpful when applying for grant funding, especially where prioritization ranks a high
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need for improvements. It should be noted and recognized that an amendment to the General Plan
will necessitate environmental assessment for any potential impacts such as traffic.
Respectfully submitted,
CCand4yvcrrneft
Planning Director
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Exhibit A: The website link for the Circulation Master Plan for Bicyclists and Pedestrians (CMP) is
www.tinvud.com/RCbikeoeds
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