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Trails-Staff Report Update1986
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S � �' �� WWI, �a.;� �: � � •� ��� — ¢ ' �� �r „. .+ jl�,,,d ._ ii ,,t�,4.P .�, F �; �, �* 4 � �� m 'S � $� �'� w_� :; ~"ors` ad`�" ^u £ v. � ;::,�, "$ .R> i:. rTmv n� v n �rrun rT Tr n nan�.Tr_ n STAFF REPORT � f �� � 1. � Lz. Q � E- U � DATE: May 28, 1986 1977 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Senior Planner SUBJECT: TRAIL IMPLEMENTATION I. ABSTRACT: The Planning Commission, at their meeting of April 23, 98� 6, requested this report on the status of trails and expressed concern with the need to develop an active implementation program for the General Plan Trail System. Now that the basic framework has been laid, the City's efforts should be channeled toward the construction of new trails and upgrading existing trails. This report summarizes the City's efforts to date and identifies the basic components of a comprehensive Trail Implementation Program. It is staffs goal to receive appropriate direction from the City Council to prepare a Trail Implementation Plan as part of the 1986/87 Work Program and Budget. II. BACKGROUND: Trails are planned to be an integral part of the parks and recreation system of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The General Plan states that; A key element of the overall Open Space/Recreational network is the linkage between recreational facilities. The primary means of achieving this linkage is through an integrated City-wide trail system. Trails are intended to serve not only as linkages, but as recreational opportunities for riding, hiking, jogging, walking, and bicycling. The overall trail concept is based upon three components (see attahced excerpt from the General Plan): - Regional Multi -Purpose Trails - Community Trails - Local Feeder Trails Local feeder trails are private easements which are built by developers as a part of subdivisions. Community Trails, in undeveloped areas, are installed by developers as development occurs. Within existing developed areas, the City must go back and "retrofit" trail improvements. .Regional Trails are located along flood control channels and utility corridors. The flood control channel trail improvements utilize existing ITEM Y PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAIL IMPLEMENTATION May 28, 1986 Page 2 improvements installed by the Army _Corps of Engineers. Extensive retrofitting of flood channels would be required to provide adequate street crossings for pedestrians, bicyclists, and horse riders. The City of Rancho Cucamonga would have to provide trail improvements through utility corridors. Therefore, the primary need is to program for the implementation of the Community and Regional Trail System and a few vital local feeder trail linkages. The following important steps toward the goal of establishing a City-wide Trai iSys em ave been completed: 1. The Trails Element of the General Plan was adopted in 1981 which defines the City policy regarding an interconnected trail system. 2. A large portion of the survey of existing easement dedications for Local Feeder Trails and Community Trails has been completed. .� 3. The Equestrian Advisory Committee was appointed and administrative regulations to govern same were adopted. 4. Equestrian Trail Guidelines were adopted to establish design standards for the construction of all three trail types. It remains for the following elements to be completed: 1. A workable Trail Implementation Plan is needed to guide the development of the Community and Regional Trail System. 2. Agreements with San Bernardino County and utility companies for joint -use rights of flood channel and utility corridors designated as Regional Trails. 3. Allocate adequate resources to implement Trail System. III. MAJOR POLICY QUESTIONS: To establish the comprehensive trail system contained in the General Plan, an implementation plan must be developed. This detailed plan must address several basic policy questions: o What priority should be placed on implementation of a trail system? o How can implementation be funded? PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAIL IMPLEMENTATION May 28, 1986 Page 3 o What level of improvement is desired/feasible for trails? IV. BUDGET NEEDS: Expenditures in the following -categories are necessary: 1. Acquisition, through purchase, condemnation or dedication of land in developed areas for Communtty Trails (and a few vital Local Feeder Trail linkages). 2. Im rovement of Community and Regional Trails per the a op a esign Standards. 3. Maintenance of all Community and Regional Trails, including; weed control, trimming, grading, removing obstructions, and repair. Funding is the major barrier to trail system implementation. The basic steps involved in the construction of trails are essentially the same as a Capital Improvement project to widen a street. Staff must negotiate to acquire the land, prepare construction drawings and bids and monitor the actual construction. The scope of the trail system envisioned by the General Plan would, therefore, require the coordinated efforts of many City departments. Following completion of the Trail Implementation Plan, each affected department would have to budget resources in their annual work program according to the established priorities. The preparation of the Trail Implementation Plan would require 4 person weeks of staff time. Following completion and adoption of the Plan, consultants could be used for performing field surveys, construction, plan preparation, cost estimates, etc. V. IMPLEMENTATION STEPS: A workable trail system can be achieved through the following steps: 1. Planning Commission review this report and foward with recommendations to City Council. 2. Council take action in response to Commission's recommendation whether to direct to City staff to include trail implementation in the Fiscal '86/'87 Budget and Work Program. 3. Priortization for trail implementation. 4. Preparation of a comprehensive Trail Implementation Plan. 5. Detailed survey of existing conditions. 6. Acquisition of right-of-way and joint -use agreements. PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAIL IMPLEMENTATION _ .May 28, 1986 Page 4 7. Prepare plan and contracts. 8. Construct trails. 9. Effect maintenance program. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission review this report, make any necessary changes, and forward it to the City Council for consideration during development of 1986/87 Work Program and Budget. Res ctfOulrly bmitte , �� Brad Buller City Planner BB:DC:ko 0 s ils to i of and the held �— CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA c�Mo STAFF REPORT °�° �°-� 2 i cr 1 O �—�' v Z c; > DATE: January 28, 1987 t9�� T0: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Bruce Cook, Associate Planner SUBJECT: COMMUNITY TRAIL FENCING - TRAILS COMMITTEE - The revision of Equestrian Trail Standard Drawing 1010 regarding Community Trail fencing, changing the required fencing material from extruded concrete to PVC. I. BACKGROUND: On October 17, 1986 the Trails Committee completed their review and analysis of alternative trail fencing to replace the required extruded concrete fencing. The Committee over 10 months reviewed numerous alternatives including PVC pipe, fantaboard, wood, aluminum, and concrete. Their review included field trips to actual installation sites and meeting with product manufacturers. After thorough analysis, the Trails Committee has determined that PVC would offer the best altenrative in terms of cost, ease of installation, ease of maintenance, and safety. II. RECOMMENDATION: The Trails Committee recommends that the Planning Commission direct staff to revise Equestrian Trail Standard Drawing #1010 to show community trail fencing as PVC. Res tfully s �mi/tlted, ;'� (/ Brad Buller City Planner BB:BC:vc Attachments: Revised Standard Drawing #1010 Old Standard Drawing #1010 Manufacturer's Brochure for PVC pipe _... _. -. .P _r' ..: 0 5"x5{` pVG #'osT 2' x b'` PYG #z�IL—� o �v RR�p�s-� T chP O _I r MouM�1NG ���T - �! 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Country Estate reduces the danger of injury from splintering, �c�g or Nmng. you get added strength, safety and protection of your investment. Standard SPeCi'�Cationa (soec;a� , abo avai�able) item TxW Ferx;e Raiff 2"x 6" — T 6�h" 8 16' Square Fence Posts 4"x 4" — 6', T, � 5"x5" — T, 8' U-Channel �, uy: OUnTRY P.o. Box ,2f�8 STATE San Juan Capistrano ErICE Californls 92693 (714) 661.2237 C�'' InC' �Jun(ry E1f•t• F•nq y � :. ��]!m•/k 01 N•bI••M• Pigtlq. InC. (tern rxw Fence Post Cap 4"xa" 5"x 5" Fence Post Bracket Bracket Stock Fence Post Flange CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT GATE: February 24, 1988 T0: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Senior Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS COMMITTEE ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS O z Z I. ABSTRACT: This report is in response to direction from the ommission for staff to prepare a statement of the purpose, duties and direction of the Trails Advisory Committee. II. BACKGROUND: In 1981, following the adoption of the General Plan rai s ement, the Planning Commission appointed a subcommittee to advise the Commission on trail matters. The Commission also adopted administrative regulations to govern the Committee. These regulations established membership and responsibilities, and general rules of order. Staff has drafted a Resolution modifying these administrative regulations for your consideration tonight. The reasons for updating these regulations are: 1. The City Council voted in 1987 to no longer appoint a Council representative to the Committee, and 2. The name of the Committee has changed from Equestrian Advisory Committee to Trails Advisory Committee to reflect the broader scope of trail issues, and 3. The terms of appointment to the Committee have not been followed, and 4. The Park and Recreation Commission was created which also involves trail issues through park sites, and 5. The meeting times of the Committee have changed from those adopted in 1981. The attached Resolution is self-explanatory. III. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission a op e a ached Resolution establishing new administrative regulations for the Trails Advisory Committee. ITEM S PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Trails Committee Administrative Regulations February 24, 1988 Page 2 Resp��ully su�tted, Brad—B41 }�l� City Pl nner BB:DC:vc Attachments: Resolution J�� CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: November 9, 1988 T0: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Senior Planner SUBJECT: BIKE TRAIL ON VICTORIA AVENUE I. ABSTRACT: Staff is requesting an interpretation regarding the bike rai esignation for Victoria Avenue within the Etiwanda Specific Plan. II. BACKGROUND: The City currently has a project for street work along �c oria venue. In conjunction with this street improvement project, there is an opportunity to implement a master planned bike trail along Victoria Avenue. Figure 5-18 (Exhibit 'A') of the Etiwanda Specific Plan indicates a "Bike Lane (In Pavement)" along Victoria Avenue, from the City limits westerly to the Victoria Planned Community. III. ANALYSIS: A. .Bike Trai 1 Types There are three types of bike trails commonly defined in California: Class I Bike Route: i e pa is a special pathway designed for the exclusive use of bicycles, which is "off-street" and separated from motor vehicles by space or a physical barrier. A bike path may parallel a street or highway right-of-way or may be a special right-of-way, such as a flood control channel; it may be grade separated or have street crossings at designated locations. It is identified with guide signing and may also have pavement markings. Class II Bike Route: i e ane �s a lane on the paved area of a road for preferential use by bicycles. It is usually located along the edge of pavement or between the parking lane and the first motor vehicle lane. It is identified by "Bike Lane" guide signing, special lane lines, and other pavement markings. Bicycles have exclusive use of a bike lane except for motor vehicle and pedestrian crossings. ITEM J PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT BIKE TRAIL ON VICTORIA AVENUE November 9, 1988 Page 2 Class III Bike Route: s are i e rou e i s a street i denti fi ed as a bi cycl a trai 1 by "Bike Route" guide signing or pavement markings. The shared bike route has no barrier, either symbolic or physical, to delineate from the roadway for bicycles. Bicycle traffic shares the roadway with motor vehicles. The outside traffic lane becomes the width required for motor vehicle travel, usually 10 or 11 feet, plus the 5 foot bikeway. B. Trails Advisory Committee: The Trails Advisory Committee reviewed this issue on October 19 and recommended a fully -separated parkway bike path to provide maximum safety for bicyclists. This concept was discussed at a staff level in the early stages of the preparation of the Etiwanda Specific Plan. A Class I bike path would require an expanded parkway and additional right-of-way. Many of the properties along Victoria Avenue have been developed and acquisition of right-of-way would most likely have to occur through condemnation. The Committee was aware of these facts in formulating their recommendation, but felt that the over- riding concern should be safety of bicyclists. The Committee was not aware that their recommendation would conflict with the Etiwanda Specific Plan requirement to preserve the existing historic landmark palm trees on the north side of the street and the existing eucalyptus windrows on the south side to maintain the character of Victoria Avenue (Exhibit 'B'). A bike path within the parkway would require the removal of these trees on at least one side of the street. Therefore, the Etiwanda Specific Plan calls for an on -street bike trail (see Exhibit 'C') to save the trees. C. Options: The issue is whether the "Bike Lane (In Pavement)" should be a Class II bike lane or a Class III bike route. A Class II bike lane would mean that a 5 foot wide lane would be striped with special lane lines on both side of the street. The planned section for Victoria Avenue is 36 feet of pavement which is adequate to accommodate bike lanes and one-way traffic on each side of the street. Unfortunately, such an arrangement would require prohibiting parking on both sides of the street. It is the opinion of staff that this is not a desirable option because there are existing small single family lots without room for guest parking that rely upon the street for visitor parking. Further, the Etiwanda High School and Intermediate School are both located on Victoria Avenue and presently utilize the street for parking, particularly for passenger loading/unloading during rain. J �'� PLANNING C01�1ISSION STAFF REPORT BIKE TRAIL ON VICTORIA AVENUE November 9, 1988 Page 3 IV. RECONO�IENDATION: If the Planning Commission concurs with the Trails Advisory ommi tee's recommendation to amend the Etiwanda Specific Plan to provide for a Class I bike path within a parkway along Victoria Avenue then staff should be directed to initiate the amendment. If an amendment is initiated, both the Historic Preservation Commission and Public Safety Commission will also consider this matter because of the landmark status of the trees and the potential safety issues. If the Planning Commission does not concur, then staff would recommend that the Commission make an interpretation, by minute action, that a Class III bike route using signs only and sharing the roadside with parked cars is consistent with the intent of the Etiwanda Specific Plan. Respyc�.ful ly ��i tted, ur � e City P ann BB:DC:js Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Figure 5-18 of the Etiwanda Specific Plan Exhibit "B" - Figure 5-13 of the Etiwanda Specific Plan Exhibit "C" - Figure 5-38 of the Etiwanda Specific Plan J�3 za n� �� AVE Foonai a�w. � _ 1 r'' ,� e�c��e�nla »»»� Equestrian Trails ® Bike Lane (In Pa�eme�rt) """"' Bike Path (In Parkway) <Ii �� COMMUNITY �° TRAILS o�� Y'' V \J � r t �,� l figure t �—f $ 2a TM FHGFILAPIO AVE TORIA III ..� o 1�.�... //I , � u�� J �+ o �� < N A i j / Eucalypt�fs �irova FOOTMLL BLVD. _ _ '�' � � �7/�� W lid W < �� > o, YID �I S� �--5. r Olive Grovi uc��wu EXISTING STREET ES TO $E PRESERVED �� Existing Windbreaks Palma �"�' Existing Trees Pappas, Silk Oaks title figurel, STREET TREE PRESERVATION 5 _ 1 3/J �-L eb RpW CHERRY AVENUE. FIG. 5-36 VICTORIA AVENUE East of East Ave. FIG. 5-3 7 P __ ��k� �, "` a �\ 66'R�W CTORIA AVENUE West of East Ave. ��� FIG.5-38 ,� �1?Il�t T `G' L .. � �a�� ,�► _� ��"`'� DATE: August 23, 1989 � 15 �' CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPO JN.�,� '�., �� T0: Chairman and Members of the Planning mmni sion��„'f% FROM: Brad Bul 1 er, City Planner � 2�0�-� ii�r'"`''M��� BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner /�� SUBJECT: COMMUNITY TRAIL FENCE STANDARDS �� � +, `� .� �1�rf�'' � � I. RECOMMENDATION: The Trails Advisory Committee, at their meeting of August 16, recommended that the Planning Commission modify the standard from a three -rail to a two -rail PVC fence, with essentially the same height. I. ANALYSIS: The Committee indicated that the existing two -rail fences located on the Community Trails around Heritage Park reflected the desired standard. The City's current standard calls for a three -rail PVC fence (see Exhibit "B") that is 4'6" in height. The two -rail fences at Heritage Park are 4'2" in height (see Exhibit "A"). The following factors were considered by the Trails Advisory Committee in making this recommendation. 1. Two -rail fences adequately contain the horses, assuming a 4'2" height. 2. Two -rail fences provide better sight -line visibility at intersections. 3. Two -rail fences provide better visibility of landscaping behind the fences and create a less "walled -in" appearance. 4. Two -rail fences would reduce material and labor costs. III. COMMISSION ACTION REQUESTED: The Commission should review the proposed modification, and, if acceptable, approve by. minute action. ITEM E PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT RE: COMMUNITY TRAIL FENCE STANDARDS August 23, 1989 Page 2 BB:DC:ko Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Proposed Fence Standard Exhibit "B" - Existing Fence Standard ��� � �� � � � 2 PYC FENCE POST CAP EVERY POST ,�.., �_ ; �� � N ',� i �- T RAI L l s l ►aw -srm� 0 � � •, •a ti / � . // .; svv� � env vrv.v..r. .T-- sxs Pvc PosT ��—�x�' Pvc Rug i NOTES: RY THIRD PVC POST ANO ALL PVC oTs LocATED AT cHANc�s of aRECTIon � ARE REQUIRED TO BE RILED Mrt'1H CONCRETE � Z CAP Au Posrs ANo ENos of ExPasED Russ � 3. ALL MEMOERS SHALL BE PVC FENCE � � DOLE �TERl�1ATI�VE ESTATE FENCE \� RAlLS �I�I►�ILORIENTED IN TOWARDS TiUUL � �— FiN1511 GRADE t oEcorlPDaED cRANrr� ITY OF RANCIiO CUCAMONGA PLANNING DIVISION � - 3 ITEM: TITLE: EXHIBIT: SCALE: /�' NORTF �,r b G�f�f�"r MVVl�lllw o.v.vr.�. PYC FENCE POST CAP EVER7 POST b I 5Xs' PVC POST o I 2rXG PVC RAIL :+ i NOTES: ! , . RY TNIRo Pvc Posy ANo ALL Pvc� 10 c LOG►TED AT CHANGES OF DIRECTION � ARE REQUIRED TO BE FILLED YnTH CONCRETE � -� � 2. CAA ALL POST'S ANO ENDS OF EXPOSED RAILS � 3. ALL MEMBERS SHALL BE PVC FENCE I A�VAILABIE FROM �� ESTATE FENCE TRAIL � vow srn+P � �� usHwcL� eE' oRtENTED IN TOMIARDS TRIUL � � . FijitSH tiRAOE . � ��. ti /�� � /�� �� �� . e ♦ i � DECOMPOSED GRANITE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING DIVISION � -4 .� NORTI ITEM: _ TITLE: EXHIBIT: SCALE: CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: September 20, 1989 T0: Mayor and Members of the City Council FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: COMMUNITY TRAIL FENCE STANDARDS I. RECOMMENDATION: This report is a matter of information only for the Council. No action is necessary; however, should the Council have any concerns, the item may be pulled for discussion. II. BACKGROUND: Upon recommendation of their Trails Advisory Committee, the Planning Commission took�� action on August 23 to approve a new standard for fencing along Community Trails. The new standard is a two -rail, white PVC fence that stands 4'2" high at the post cap. The previous standard was a three -rail fence of 4'6". This new standard is based upon the fence design on the trails surrounding Heritage Park. The Commission indicated that three -rail fencing should still be used where new fencing would tie into existing three -rail fences. Also, staff understands that Council's direction is to use three - rail fencing where public safety issues are involved, such as at elementary schools (i.e. - Windrows School). The attached Planning Commission staff report fully describes the new standard and the reasons therefor. Re�f"ully sy�tted, C i ty/�Pl anne BB:DC:ko Attachments: August 23, 1989 Planning Commission Staff Report �3 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: August 23, 1989 T0: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: COMMUNITY TRAIL FENCE STANDARDS I. RECOMMENDATION: The Trails Advisory Committee, at their meeting of August 16, recommended that the Planning Commission modify the standard from a three -rail to a two -rail PVC fence, with essentially the same height. I. ANALYSIS: The Committee indicated that% the existing two -rail fences located on the Community Trails around Heritage Park reflected the desired standard. The City's current standard calls for a three -rail PVC fence (see Exhibit "B") that is 4'6" in height. The two -rail fences at Heritage Park are 4'2" in height (see Exhibit "A"). The .following factors were considered by the Trails Advisory Committee in making this recommendation. 1. Two -rail fences adequately contain the horses, assuming a 4'2" height. 2. Two -rail fences provide better sight -line visibility at intersections. 3. Two -rail fences provide better visibility of landscaping behind the fences and create a less "walled -in" appearance. 4. Two -rail fences would reduce material and labor costs. III. COMMISSION •ACTION REQUESTED: The Commission should review the propose modification, and, if acceptable, approve by minute action. c� PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT RE: COMMUNITY TRAIL FENCE STANDARDS August 23, 1989 Page 2 BB:DC:ko Attachments: Exhibit "A" - Proposed Fence Standard Exhibit "B" - Existing Fence Standard �s c r �vvn � env v.v.v.... PVC FENCE POST CAP EVER1f POST � � s'xs' Ivc Posy � �x� Ivc RAIL �_- i NOTES: N i � � ��OG�ITED AT�Cf1ANGES M� IETE ARE REOUIREO TO !E i1LLED t CAI ALL P'OS15 ANO EN06 Of EXI06E0 RAILS � 3. ALL YEINERS SHALL IE IVC FE110E � �� RTATE iENCE � TRAIL � row srnr � ,� �„� w tohrARos TRAIL � � . gym+ aaoE I . , ,.. •. � •• � ~ . � �. � � - - - i OE001lO�EO fiRAMR CITY OF _ ANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING DIVISION �� ITEM[: TITLE: EXHIBIT: SCALE: /� NORTF b r. Gu�I�T ....��.w... �.�.�.._. ������ L � . sxs� Pvc Posy 0 .,, a ti. TRAIL r row sr�+r I � tzr Pvc RAIL i NOTES: ' � �TF.? AT' `� "� ARE RECUIRED 0 �E t W All rOSis ANO EN06 OF Ex�06ED RAN.S S. All Y011ERS SiIAIL IE fNC i010E I ��� � ESTATE FENCE � R,uls g�iAuo�aENTEc w TCMAROS TRAM. � a� �' ��� �!����� / '��� � .� i CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING DIVISION � 7 �. NOAT ITEi[: _ TITLE: EXHIBIT: SCALE:._____ CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: April 11, 1990 T0: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS I. BACKGROUND: With the resignation of Commissioner Blakesley, and the expiration of Commissioner Tolstoy's term on the Committee, the Planning Commission needs to review their appointments to -the Trails Advisory Committee. The terms are 24 months and shall be staggered 12 months apart to maintain continuity pursuant to Planning Commission Resolution No. 88-43. The Committee is currently composed of the following members: Suzanne Chitiea* Peter Tolstoy* Pamela Henry** Mark Whitehead** Greg Pilcher* Term Expires: July 27, 1990 July 27, 1989 July 21, 1991 June 16, 1990 July 27, 1990 Alternates: David Blakesley*, Molly Mitchell** * Appointed by Planning Commission ** Appointed by Park and Recreation Commission II. RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission should review and appoint a new alternate and either reappoint Commissioner Tolstoy or appoint a different Planning Commissioner for 1 year. The Commission may also want to consider at this time appointments for those terms which are due to expire in July (Chitiea and Pilcher). Respectfully s mitted, � / rad Bu ler City Planner BB:DC/jfs ITEM H .' CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA MEMORANDUM DATE: April ?_7, 1990 T0: Trails Advisory Committee FROM: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS At their April 25th meeting, the Planning Commission made the following appointments: Term Expires Suzanne Chitiea July 27, 1992 Peter Tolstoy u v � Greg Pilcher July 27, 1992 Larry McNiel (Alternate) July 27, 199 In a related action, the Commission adopted changes to the membership of the Committee to include a sixth member, who shall be a representative of the bicycling community (see attached report and resolution). The Commission will seek to fill this appointment as soon as possible. DC/ j fs Attachment: April 25, 1990 Staff Report Resolution 88-43A a .. l:l'1' Y Vr' t�,A1V l�riu �, u �,t�lvtvly ur-� STAFF REPORT DATE: April 25, 1990 T0: - Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal .Planner SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO TRAILS COMMITTEE REGULATIONS I. BACKGROUND: On February 4, 1988, the Planning- Commission adopted Administrative Regulations for the Trails Advisory Committee. These regulations defined the membership of the Committee as two Planning Commissioners, two Park and Recreation Commissioners, and one Member -at - Large. Commissioner Tolstoy recommended to the Committee expansion of the membership to include a bicycling representative. At -their April 18, ].990 meeting, the Committee voted unanimously to forward this recommendation to the Planning Commission. Specifically, the Committee recommends that the membership be changed to add a second Member -at -Large to represent the bicycling community. The Committee felt that this member should be someone experienced in bicycle riding and bicyclists' needs. The attached amended Administrative _Regulations reflect the changes in the Committee membership as well as minor adjustments in terms of quorum and voting _(changes are highlighted in bold). II. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution and appoint a subcommittee to interview potential candidates for the new position and make a recommendation to the Commission: Res tl�ully sub ted Bra r City Planner BB:DC/jfs Attachments: Resolution No. 88-43A (Administrative Regulations, Revised) 4 Q ` a RESOLUTION N0. 88-43A A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING THE ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS OF THE TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE WHEREAS, the City's General Plan establishes an extensive network of hiking, biking, and horse riding trails as a recreational element, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has appointed a working sub- committee to advise them on trail issues, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds it desirable to modify the regulations governing this sub -committee. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission does hereby adopt the following administrative regulations for the Trails Advisory Committee: SECTION 1: PURPOSES A. The purpose of the Trails Advisory Committee (TAC) shall be to assist the Planning Commission in implementing the trails system as envisioned by .the City's General Plan. Therefore, the Trails Advisory Committee shall have the following duties, responsibilities, and functions: 1. To review and make recommendations to the Planning Commission with regard to trail locations and the application of trail design standard .for development proposals (i.e. tentative maps, specific plans, parks) within the City and Sphere -of -Influence, including, but not limited to, the Equestrian Overlay District. 2. To review and make recommendations to the Commission regarding trail design standards. 3. To assess the present and future need for trails and recommend to the Planning Commission plans and priorities for the development of trails and related facilities. SECTION 2: COMPOSITION AND APPOINTMENT The Trails Advisory Committee shall consist of six (6) members. Two shall be members of the Planning Commission as selected by the Planning Commission. Two shall be members of the Park and Recreation Commission as selected by the Park and Recreation Commission. One PLANNING COMMISSION ( LUTION N0. 88-43A TRAILS ADVISORY COMM1��tE REGULATIONS April 25, 1990 Page 2 shall be a Member -at -Large, who shall be a representative of the equestrian community, appointed by the Planning Commission. One shall be a Member -at -Large, who shall be a representative of the bicycling community, also appointed by the Planning Commission. SECTION 3: TERMS OF APPOINTMENT All terms shall be twenty-four (24) months and shall be staggered twelve months apart to maintain continuity. Any member of the Committee may be removed at any time by the appointing body. SECTION 4: APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN The City Planner or his designated representative shall serve as the non -voting Chairman of the Trails Advisory Committee. SECTION 5: STAFF Representation at Trails Advisory Committee meetings shall include, but not be limited to, representatives of the Planning Division, Engineering Division, Building & Safety Division, and Community Services Department. The Planning Division shall have primary responsibility for agenda preparation and general administration for the Trails Advisory Committee. SECTION 6: MEETINGS AND RULES A. Meetings - The Trails Advisory Committee shall meet once a month or on special occasion as needed. The TAC shall establish the time and place of such meeting. The Chairman shall distribute an agenda for TAC meetings. At least three days notice is required for meetings. B, uorum - A quorum shall be four (4) members present. C. Votinq 1. Every official action taken by the Committee shall be adopted by a majority of the Committee or quorum present. 2. In the event of a tie vote on any matter, the action shall be forwarded to the Planning Commission with no recommendation. 3. In the event any member votes in the minority on any item, it shall be the policy that such member state the reason for the minority so that said reason may be recorded in the minutes. ° '- �� PLANNING COMMISSION ( LUTION N0. 88-43A TRAILS ADVISORY COMMIiiEE REGULATIONS April 25, 1990 Page 3 SECTION 7: PROCEDURES A. The applicant shall submit the appropriate application and plans. to the Community Development Department. Once accepted as complete, the Planning Division shall schedule the application for the first available Trails Advisory Committee meeting. The Chairman shall distribute any plans at least a week prior to the meeting. B. The Trails Advisory Committee shall meet to review and discuss the proposed project. The Chairman shall forward the recommendation of the Committee to the Planning Commission or Park and Recreation Commission. Such recommendation may be consolidated as conditions for final approval. The Chairman of the Committee shall give written notice to the applicant of such recommendations. C. If, after review by the TAC, the Committee feels that the project needs substantial revision, the project review by the TAC may be continued by the TAC to enable the applicant to make revisions. The applicant shall receive written notice of such decision. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25T.H DAY OF APRIL, 1990. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CucAMONrA BY: ATT I, Brad Buller, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 25th day of April, 1990, by the following vote -to -wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: .� CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: April 10, 1991 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY .COMMITTEE - Discussion of method of appointment to vacancy. I. BACKGROUND: This item is in response to the attached letter from George Bowman resigning his position as the bicycling representative to the Trails Advisory Committee. Mr. Bowman was appointed following subcommittee interviews of several qualified candidates for the position which was created last year (see attached applications). II. RECOMMENDATION: Considering the high caliber of the previous candidates, it is recommended that staff contact them to determine their interest. Assuming more than one candidate expresses interest, the Commission should decide tonight how to make their selection. Considering the short time since the interviews were conducted, the subcommittee could simply review the applications and make a recommendation at your next meeting. BB:DC:sp ITEM K a ENVIRONMENTAL � ' PRODUCTS DIVISIO N Industrial -Commercial Filtration -� MqR � � 19g� March 22, 1991 � Mr. Dan Coleman Principal Planner City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Dear Dan: Due to newly developed products and an increase in new market potentials, I find that my participation as a Trails Advisory Committee member will be severely limited. I have missed three consecutive Trails Advisory Committee meet- ings due to business obligations and, unfortunately, do not see an end to these new obligations. With this in mind, I must sub- mit my resignation as a member of the Trails Advisory Committee. Best personal regards to you and the other committee members. ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Hofer Industries, Inc. / ` George Bowman Vice President & General Manager GB/ps 10959 Jersey Blvd. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730-/5/194 714/987-4741 •FAX 714/980-0700 HOFFINGER industries, inc. f� — 2 � j,� 7� � �� c . �- �/ � CTT�ZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON -- - --- - �—�EIVED— CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Post office sox 807. Rancho Cucamonga�..atl[�i, .��.��ONG� 'r aNN�Nf� nMC,n�� TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MAY 29 �g� �,ti pW The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications for�1$�1L��11121�t4)s�d Advisory Committee member -at -large to represent the bicycling community. This Committee advises the Planning Commission on bike trail k>'cations and design standards. The Trails Advisory t Committee meets once a month and on special occasion as needed. NAME: �Y_K�.,�P S �_^_�zf�e� RESIDENCE ADDRESS: 1 B Z2 tPc: k �L�=v 2 � - ZIP CODE: �I / 7 3U DAYTIME PHONE: � l� 1 9 Y5 - 7 �.g y rum OCCUPATION: E� i „r e�,r Q�� -31Gz rtM. A.ts�(,. QUESTIONNAIRE 1. Briefly list your bicycle riding and bike trail experience (i.e. -type of riding, miles per week, knowledge of Class I, II and rIII bike trail types, bicycle commuting, years experience, etc,); -� �-(.c� � _li�QL t -1-�-�-'�'L--�--J,dl��.�s_�iC�A.L1�_Ll�r.�'�-------- _�� ; _-�---Ye��=�-------------- 2. Why are you interested in serving on this coavnittee? T �^e_� e w �1..� �_X�!`�� ��_5.�,�S.0.�r�_s�11ir'��L�AF_ hPAti�--6✓_1ef L�� G f ��u;--g�-�^-��_1�rl��lr_l� _SLLr�_���c�a�Y_cdra,c_�� - _3s_L<__�_rc�. b,Icc ��,�,s. 3. What do you feel are the critical bicyde iaa>tes in Rancho Cucamonga? --- �—��ii_¢s:�� �'�is.=--� F �=�.-1=.t.1�-<<=�CS,I-r_f�S_�1trt�� —ELLS S_G £�--- �L�%C�� e-_ � =t�_�p ^_3��g� f �'ur.A.rt:r��=x lt'3l��G.�_f4�C_L���L�rr�_ �`���l--Eve=��-1'^S.-t�'l�L,S-1.�1�`L_�L�cS.QJ_'�L^_nu=l.bn�__3���t..______-- ------------------------------------------------------------- 4. What hours and days of the week would you be available for committee meetings? _ Lc.�� __¢ E�3� �4�.0..�---------------------------------------------- Please return completed application to Dan Coleman, Prir>apal planner, 10600 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91 (93W Base line R,�d if wbmutted before June 1) by June 11, 1990. luurtnlmrmhtrs �fJ��,. William J. Alexander Charles J. Buquet [I airy �t,,rt,,;, Dennis L. Stuut Deborah ti. Brown /�—� Pamela J. Wright Jack Lam. AIC(' CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON CI1Y OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Post Office Box 807, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91729, (714) 989-1851 TRAILS ADVISORY CONIIVIITTEE The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications for a Trails Advisory Committee member -at -large to represent the bicycling community. This Committee advises the Planning Commission on bike trail locations and design standards. The Trails Advisory Committee meets once a month and on special occasion as needed. NAME: �LiK.�R J. KCCIMA:i RESIDENCE ADDRESS: 6256 R�V�R� DAYTIME PHONE: 987-1959 ZIP CODE: 91701 OCCUPATION: SBI-►-'' 1''�LOY� QUESTIONNAIRE 1. Briefly list your bicycle riding and bike trail,experience (i.e. -type of riding, miles per week, knowledge of Class I, II and III bike trail types; bicycle commuting, years acperience, etc.): _ TO TFi� B��ACH ON BIJC _TRAIIa � ALTA LOMA__ 2�0 TO-��Q MIL_��_' p�q ,r^�1C_----• ------------- ---- I I?A7^ ;�JC.dZ�G? C� ?P.^,H TYP'' C�' BIK" TRAIL. � OR TH^ HyeLTH CP T_T�_ ls_�_A?tS . ------------------------------------------------------------ 2. Why are you interested in serving on this oornmitteeT - HAVE -LIB IN ALTA LOMA �'OR 25YRS . AND FELT BICYCLING NL►EDS MORE �CPOSUR^ ------------------------------------------------------------- AND THAT CAN ONLY COME :�QiTH THROUGH BECOMING INVOLVED A C OIC �TED ^mFFORT . --------------------------------------------------L-----.------------- 3. What do you feel are the critical bicyde iasuea in Rancho Cucae�oe�gaT -- aH�i�' POS.iIBLE, A TTP>� ii MARKER PAIFTED ON PAVE!!ffii'i' ABUTT 36 INCHr'� FROM THE, CURB. A8_ �ITA1;Z0 � PLACED A BIKE BUTTClK UPC1P TiIE METAL POLE THAT -HOLDS THE NAI30, THESE TRAILS -SHOULD IATSRLZNR PITH ADJACENT CTTIES -.«�•- -----------------------------------------------------------1-------- 4. What hours and days of the w�eelc would you be available for con�adttee >sreetlrilgsT ' ____-- I AM A VERY !rL�CIBLE P�iSOII. JiIIENQ'Vffi1 THE COl4IITT� CAN M��_______-- --------------------------------------------------- Please return completed appliatian to Drn Coie�art, Pdr+clpal�PLr�nel, ll)�00 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucaa>longa, G 91 (93�W Base Line Road if eubnd betoe+e June 1) by June 11,1990. COY n[11111ffrlbf/s Mayor William J. Alexander Charles J. Buquet II C�ry •Nano,�r. Dennis L. Stout Deborah N. Brown /.<—� Pamela J. Wright Jack Lam, AICP CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA Post Office Box 807, Rancho Cucamonga, California 9l7 9, t'14+ u8u-!t;l TRAILS ADVISORY COMNIITTEE The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications for a Trails Advisory Committee member -at -large to represent the bicycling community. This Committee advises the Planning Commission on bike trail locations and design standards. The Trails Advisory Committee meets once a month and on special occasion as needed. ((�� //�� , NAME:----------l�g.�l� _ �..-- �-- ------------------------------ RESIDENCE ADDRESS: � � ZIP CODE: � 7 DAYTIME PHONE: 7 r 4 J Q,� -.� 7sa2 OCCUPATION: �t0 CCGcli1 �i9�1 QUESTIONNAIRE So. CA /,�f' Ec1,�5o�1 Ca . 1. Briefly list your bicycle riding and bike trail experience (ix. -type of riding, miles per week, knowledge of Class I, II and III bike trail types, .bicycle commuting, years experience, etc.): �. 5 � � 14 (�_�� �i 1_�s1G� � � ...��rn � �r1��L' comn«�„ -;'-� w ��S" A S � w e Als 4t n+rles fie!' weeK u�r�� ��n�n^er 1�.L eai�����1� c�� _ 9 _ I�.�autgs��t}�lp 1c ���.� .�n.� ... KI � r o r SAn G,9�Tt e! I per 8 � k�e PA s ,=���f�c� Afe � e G� f W fe B, ke 2. Why are you interested in serving on this committee? � �,¢ �c j i n �,q�Sp ��,�5, �',a/ { /� � �-- �} , � �. �'-� �--� .9 --------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. What do you feel are the critical bicyde issues in Rancho Cucaawnga? __1_� o�s�c_�cQ..l��sl�s__�c.�L_bic�s_Le�_�n__��ri.�- af'- :------------ ---�� s�---�rn _�te�c �ilaal.�_e.ae._ ��l�4�c�_ z�__�ls���-------- � � , __��._��n �isv1__�r>� _s��_ c�_�Lb�ls�_.f���_�CQs1�s_� --�- �Q�e-=----------- 4. What hours and days of the week would you be available for committee meetings? �rs��._3_:3o�_sz� �n.s�_s��_ e��✓�1a�dA �=��I �1 �/��q�s �e�M;s� Please return com feted a ication to Dan Co Pried Planner 1 Civic CentAer� Drive, J �A � Rancho Cucamonga, CA 917�30 (9340 Base Line Road if subb�d before June 1) by June 11, 1990. CuunnlmrmFer� �+uu��� William J. Alexander Charles J. Buquet 11 Ciry �+���:� Dennts L. Stout Deborah �1. Brown /�_� Pamela J. Wright Jack Lam. .�I�. ! l:l'1' Y Ur' H.AN CJHU (� U I�AMUlV lrA STAFF REPORT DATE: March 25, 1992 T0: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: BRIDGES - LOCAL FEEDER TRAILS RECOMMENDATION: The Trails Advisory Committee recommends that the Planning Commission establish a policy, requiring 5-foot bridges over concrete drainage swales separating the local feeder trail from the rear yard/corral area where the swale is greater than 3 feet in width or 12 inches in depth. ANALYSIS: The City currently has no standard, nor does the Planning Commission have any policy regarding access across drainage swales. Drainage swales are used to collect and direct water from the trail to a safe point of discharge. These drainage swales are usually a concrete "V" gutter design located adjoining the side of the trail and, in some cases, crossing the trail. The example used by staff to develop bridge criteria was Tract No. 13738 (Bodine), located at the southwest corner of Almond and Sapphire Streets. The attached exhibit shows the construction detail that was approved; however, the actual construction differs somewhat. The bridges are of high quality and are attractive in appearance. Staff feels that the bridges were appropriate in this instance because the extra width (5 feet) and extra depth (18-24 inches) of the swale makes it impossible for horses to safely access the trail. The drainage swale separates the trail from the rear yards. Similar bridges were installed across the swale in the local feeder trail along the southerly boundary of Tract No. 10349 (Walton Construction), located at Thoroughbred and Sapphire Streets. submitted, Brad�%ller� City Planner BB:DC/jfs Attachment: Exhibit "A" - Bridge Detail �� ' � z �: -� W —1s------- - ... -- - - - i � �R' �• _ _� � '�: 0� ��_ fl -�� _� w y -- 1�/ `� �� 4' # � = U ��ti i � �'�� � . _7 �-� -___ � ~v v .�0 f r -k��,x'. r ` _~� _ +� �- a � ,r _J _� �. ! \ ,. ' 3 � � W -� ,� r � —� �. W �� .� � �� � � � t � � f1 --.- � �� � ►� ' � ; � G .�: � �, � � o 3 s s � f' ...� _ W �' - O :, �. . .: a .,,, :�' Wa � .,, �� _ice �� .. -� ..f A au � ,: _ R� ,s s �, .. a � 5 • � � i CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: July 7, 1992 TO: Chairman and Members of the Public Safety Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: REPORT REGARDING�THE INSTP;LI,ATION"OF A�WALKWAY BRIDGE OVER THE DEER CREEK CHANNEL TO "ENABLE P;CCESS BETWEEN THE VICTORIA AND`KNOWLWOOD COMMUNITIES BACKGRUI�D The need for a bridge crossing over Deer Creek Channel was acknowledged in the Trail Implementation Plan adopted by City Council in October 1991. The Trail Implementation Plan identified the desirability of providing a pedestrian bridge to facilitate and maintain the continuity of the Regional or Community Hiking and Riding Trail systems. Specifically, the Trail Implementation Plan calls for a bridge at the westerly terminus of the Victoria Park Lane trail to link these two residential neighborhoods and to provide a safer, shorter route to Victoria Groves Elementary School (see Figure 2). Unfortunately, no funds are available to construct the bridge at this time. When funds become available, specific designs will be evaluated taking into consideration the needs and public safety features of a pedestrian bridge at this location. BB:DC/jfs Attachments: Figure 2 - Hiking & Riding Trails Master Plan r CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA — STAFF REP®RT DATE: September 11, 1996 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS BACKGROUND: All terms for the Trails Advisory Committee members have expired with the exception of Bruce Ann Hahn. Therefore, the Planning Commission needs to reappoint or make new appointments. The Committee meets once a month, as needed, usually on the third Wednesday of the month at 3:30 p.m. Staff contacted Gregory Pilcher, Equestrian Member -At -Large. Mr. Pilcher declined serving another term. Staff also contacted Suzanne Chitiea, former Planning Commissioner and Trails Committee Member. She, too, declined to serve on the Committee. Paul Senft, Bicycling Member - At -Large, is interested in being reappointed to serve another term. In the past, the Planning Commission has solicited applications and used a subcommittee to conduct interviews. The Subcommittee would forward a recommendation to the Planning Commission for consideration. Staff has requested that the Parks and Recreation Commission also update their appointments to the Trails Advisory Committee. CURRENT MEMBERSHIP: For your information, the current Trails Advisory Committee appointments are listed below (Those whose terms have expired are typed in boldface): Z �6 �� '7/9 � David Barker =T �S Peter Toistoy Alternate (Vacant) / �� Bruce Ann Hahn �Cv�q�n Massie Hazegh ����� Mark Whitehead (Alternate) 2,� � Gregory Pilcher �27�q�r Paul Senft Began Serving Appointment December 8, 1993 November 12, 1986 December 16, 1993 July 20, 1995 July 16, 1988 April 26, 1989 July 24, 1991 '' Appointed by Planning Commission Planning Commission Planning Commission Planning Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Equestrian Member -At -Large Bicycling Member -At -Large "` ITEM C w PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS September 11, 1996 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the PI actions: /II���, � � � , �. � � ,. �. � - . Commission take the following three 1. Appoint Commission representative the ils Advisory Committee, one for a term to expire�n�ly 1997 and other to ire i J ly 1 98. �� � �.�/P: Reappoint aul Senft as Bicyc mg Me er -Large for term expiring July 1998. � Direct staff to issue a press release and contact the three equestrian organizations and the Police Equestrian Patrol to solicit applicants to fill the Equestrian Member -At -Large seat. Respec ully sub 'tted, ad uller City Planner 2� a�J��� BB:DC/jfs %/8 o-ll..�-..,.�- � �, /�1�� ✓J ca CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMUNGA — STAFF REPORT DATE: January 28, 1998 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING MOTORCYCLE RIDING ON TRAILS BACKGROUND: The Trails Advisory Committee has discussed how to improve measures to address the problem of motorcycles riding on private trail easements within subdivisions. Motorcycles present a danger to trail users because of their speed and noise, which can startle horses. Many of the motorcycles ridden on trails are "dirt bikes" without mufflers, which create a noise nuisance for residential neighborhoods. Sergeant Jerry Davis, Solutions Oriented Policing Officer, met with the Committee on December 4, 1997. Motorcycles on trails have been a difficult problem to solve for several reasons. The motorcyclist is usually gone before patrol units can respond to complaints. Riders wearing helmets are essentially unidentifiable. The motorcycle is also difficult to identify because the license plate is often unreadable or missing. RECOMMENDATION: The Trails Advisory Committee requests Commission concurrence on the following recommended actions in this order of priority: Post signs at trail entrances which clearly indicate "No Motorcycles" and list fine. Initial phases should target those neighborhoods with the most complaint calls regarding motorcycles. 2. Increase penalties through adoption of local ordinance. 3. Purchase motorcycles for police patrol of trail system. Funding source could be asset seizure funds. 4. install vehicle gates, with side step -through for horses; at key trail entrances. Initial phases should target those neighborhoods with the most complaint calls regarding motorcycles. If the Commission concurs, staff will pursue budgetary review to implement. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB:DC:taa ITEM D T H E C I T Y O F RANCNO CUCAMONGA r. � � • • DATE: October 27, 1999 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAIL PRIORITIES BACKGROUND: The Alta Loma Riding Club met with staff this summer to discuss priorities and funding for trail projects. Staff offered to assist the Club in developing their priority list. During the Planning Commission's deliberations concerning trail issues on Tentative Tract No. 16026, located on the west side of Amethyst Street, north of Valley View, Commissioner Mannerino asked staff to research the feasibility of using park fees or beautification fees for trail projects. ANALYSIS: A. Trail Priorities: The City's Trail Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 sets forth trail improvement priorities (see Exhibit "B"). The Trail Implementation Plan states that the priorities should be reviewed annually through the City's budget process to adjust priority based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. The Alta Loma Riding Club proposes that four trail projects be given funding priority: 1. Beryl Street —from Hillside Road to Almond Street 2. Sapphire Street —from Jennet Street to Hillside Road 3. Beryl Street —from Banyan to Wilson Streets 4. Banyan Street —from Carnelian Street to Archibald Avenue Staff agrees that these locations would provide important linkages. B. Fees: Trail projects, including land acquisition, design, and construction of improvements can be funded using park and beautification fees. The Park Fee Ordinance No. 105 was adopted "to provide for the development of park and recreational facilities through subdivision, as a condition to the approval of a Tentative Tract Map, Parcel Map, dedicate lands or pay fees in -lieu thereof for neighborhood and community park or recreational purposes" (emphasis added). The City's General Plan states that multi- purpose recreational trails, such as Community Trails and Regional Trails, are intended PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAIL PRIORITIES October 27, 1999 Page 2 for recreational usage with the goal to "provide an interconnected system of riding, bicycling and hiking trails." Clearly, trails are recreational facilities eligible for park fees. Similarly, the Beautification Fee was intended for streetscape enhancement through landscaping of street parkways. The Sapphire Trail Demonstration project in the 1980s was funded through beautification fees and constructed a Community Trail including trail surfacing, fencing and landscaping. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission forward this matter to the Trails Advisory Committee for its review. Staff will then relay the Committee's comments to the Planning Commission for consideration at a future meeting. The recommendation of the Planning Commission would then be forwarded to the City Council for consideration in the budget process for Fiscal Year 2000/2001. Respectfyll� submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB:DC:mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A" -Letter from Alta Loma Riding Club Exhibit "B" -Trail Implementation Plan Priorities Exhibit "C" -Master Plan of Trails ALTA LO�dA RIDING CLUB •� � � "1 � L ,� �, f �� � ,� , .- 1 ti �, 1'i� 11 �,� � , � � �. �,ti �' ,. � � �-"`24�►��, �� � `� � � � ������ '► ,r ,� * t. ., � r *,� � � •fit •� " t, ��. � �. � i � �� � � ,T � �L 4 � y'{ � � '*'�� � ��� ���h► 1 � � f, • ►, ��a •n. � � L�' • .� ,��, r �■ `� fi �� 1 1 r i� A, 2 �s��. o, ALTA LOMA RIDING CLUB ����� P6B�116 �r�� ; �91��6 �� � �Pofl, �rJ � Sb� , 9$4 4'64�9 5r�'u'a�,�/ �4$ x✓r�J � l Y y.. J � 5�4 r°`ry�° � ' i J� � � r r� r ' 1 �:7�� r 1 ` � � � � � ` � � �r�{ � � if� � I��� � 1j T+�t ��1� ��i �' � +� � r � 1 ,� ..�.� �. .-�� �,� � 4 � , r�� .. . � �� �� 1 ��h� ��'� ��'�, ��� �� � i ����� c c cr Q� — — • QUO ` Q L � u V� •, IA4� '. RfSI �> '. M(1 . I�Nf tt �Cp ` � •'. A11A LDYA DR `■ a ��� �1{� lo�r�t '� 5 83.4 Specific Plans &Community Plans: The California Government Code (Section 65450) allows local governments to prepare specific plans that will establish site development regulations, including areas to remain open space, such as trails and parks. The Industrial Area, Etiwanda, and Foothill Boulevazd Specific Plans have been adopted by the City for selected parts of the community. These Plans include master plans and design standazdsforhiking,riding, andbicyclingtrails. In a similarfashion,the City hasadopted community plans, with extensive trail networks, such as the Victoria, Terra Vista, and Caryn planned communities. All of these documents offer Rancho Cucamonga the opportunity to provide trails by regulating the design and layout of development schemes. 83S Local Feeder Trails: A special mention is needed with regard to Local Feeder trails. Some of the existing Local Feeder trails are designated by the General Plan Master Plan of Trails, and the Hiking and Riding Master Plan contained herein, as being planned for public use as a Community Trail. The Local Feeder trail easements aze established on the final subdivision map pursuant to conditions of approval on the tentative map. They are private equestrian easements reserved for the use of all property owners within the given subdivision. To amend the usage of Local Feeder trails within an existing subdivision to use by the general public would require the City to acquire easement rights either by purchase from the individual lot owners or an action in eminent domain for public rights -of -way. With regazd to eminent domain action, the requisite showing of public need and necessity to acquire the property by eminent domain may be difficult to substantiate. 83.6 Implied Dedication: The General Plan Master Plan of Trails reveals that certain Community Trails are made up of areas where the public has for a number of years traversed (apparently without azgument)private property to get from one public trail to the next (either by using an existingprivate trail easement or by simply cutting across vacant property). Such historic use may imply dedication io the public of trail access rights under certain, very limited, circumstances. The theory of implied dedication —adverse public use of private property for five years without substantial interference by the owner —was established by the California Supreme Court in Gion v. Santa Cruz (1970). In that case, a road, pazking area, and beach strip were privately owned; however, the public regulazly used it for fishing, swimining and other recreational purposes over a period of many years. None of the private property owners had made any serious objections and the City of Santa Cruz had improved the area. The Supreme Court held that this constituted an implied dedication to the public and ruled that the only proof .., required is that persons use the property believing that there was a public right to do so, without objection or interference, for more than five yeazs. Subsequently, the Legislature adopted California Civil Code Section 1009 requiring "express written irrevocable offer of dedication of such property to such use." Accordingly, any public use of private property to invoke the Gion rule would have to have commenced at, or prior to, approximately 1965 (e.g., at least five years of public use). If indeed there is a proper situation as described briefly above, the City of Rancho Cucamonga could establish its rights to the trail by a "quiet title" action to the trail easement . - •• _ � -. ......_ _... � _ _'•ra :R. 41. _._... _'2?ire ._ - . 8.4 PHASING OF TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS The lists of trail projects below are not intended to be all inclusive. Rather, they are intended to list trail routes of community -wide or regional significance. The Trails Implementation Plan does not propose phases for construction of trail projects. This is due, in part, io Rancho Cucamonga's fast growth which has resulted, and will continue, in construction of trails as a requirement of development Rather, the emphasis is on identifying priorities for possible projects to be used in preparing future budgets and capital improvement programs. 8.5 COMMUNITY HIKING &�RIDING�TRAIL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS�,>¢ � - - . _F==# : �, } �� s �� ::�� �►� ��F��.��:� _ �..�w:�:� _ __._ =..: . The following priority list of capital improvement projects addresses improvement and rehabiliation of existing trails and some projects currently in planning stages. Projects should be reviewed annually through the City's established budget review process to adjust priority, as needed, based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. 1: Alta Loma Storm Drain Trail -Remove fence and gate barricades where necessary to provide trail access 39 pursuant to pint use agreement with San Bernardino County Flood Control District. Install trail signing as needed, particularly at trail entrances. This section of trail follows the flood control channel and basins from the existing terminus of a Community Trail, within the tract located on the west side of Hermosa, below Almond, to - the lower basins above Banyan. An important north -south trail mold be established with minimal investment. , 2. Almond Trail - Obtain right-of-way and construct trail link from Archibald west to Tract 11626. This trail section would provide access to the Demers Channel Regional Trail and Front Line Regional Trail, and would also provide access to Heritage Pazk, for residents in northeast Alta Loma. This section of trail passes across upper Demers Basin (San Bernazdino County Flood Control District), private property at the end of Amethyst Street, and along a private local feeder trail easement at the north end of Tract 9521 or, alternatively, above Tract 9306. 3. Beachwood/Wilson Trail -Obtain right-of-way and construct missing link at 5706 Jasper Street. When Tract 9015 was originally laid out, a vital easement thmugh the ode yard on Lot 26 was not provided. This section of trail isthe onlygap inanotherwise continuous trail from thewesterr►Citylimits to Hellman, whichwill ultimately extend east all the way to the Deer Geek Channel Regional Trail. Trail users west of Jasper would get a "straight shot" trail to Heritage Pazk and the Demers Channel Regional Trail. 4. Sapphire Trail -Demonstration project to reconstruct existing pazkway to a trail from Banyan to Hillside. This section on the west side of Sapphire is improved to varying degrees, in some cases with sidewalks. Numerous local feeder trails spill out onto the pavement. The speed and increasing volume of traffic on Sapphire make it a high priority for improvement. The trail would fit into the existing right�f--way dedication. 5. Hillside Trail - Reconstruct parkway to accomodate trail from Hellman to Amethyst. Hillside is developed with full street improvements and front-0n homes. Completion of this section will provide access to Heritage Pazk and Demers Channel Regional Trail for property owners east of Amethyst. 6. Banyan Trail - Reconstruct pazkway for trail from Sapphire to Archibald. Banyan is developed with a variety of conditions, including front -on homes and some stretches of dirt trail. The Banyan Trail is an important east- westtrail through the heart of Alta Loma, which also forms the southerly boundary of the Equestrian -Rural Area (east of Sapphire). The length of this trail will dictate amulti-year phased project. Emphasis should be placed on providing a usable trail path where none presently exists. 7. Turquoise Trail - Acquire right-0f-way and construct a trail from Banyan to Almond. This section of trail is part of the Primary Loop Trail system. This section begins at Banyan as part of the regional trail that follows the east side of Cucamonga Creek Channel to the base of the debris basin (approximately at the level of Jennet). From this point on, the trail runs through private trail easements within Tracts 9540 and 11893 (public access rights needed) and through a 20 foot wide Flood Control Channel easement until it merges with the power line easement north of Orchazd Street. 8. Carnelian Trail - Acquire right�f-way and construct trail within pazkway on east side of street. This section of Carnelian from Hillside to Almond is presently not developed to its full width and is characterized by larger land holdings with homes fronting onto the street. 9. Amethyst Trail -Acquire right-0f-way and construct trail from Banyan to Almond. A difficult section of trail because it crosses the front yards of many homes, particularly between Wilson and Hillside. Sections of the trail exist in some form south of Wilson. Trail will follow east side of Amethyst from Banyan to Hillside, where it crosses over to the west side. Most of the right-0f-way exists south of Hillside. 10. Archibald Trail - Construct trail from Wilson to Carrari. Right�f--way exists on the east side; however, right- of-way acquisition needed where trail crosses over to the west side between Hillside and Cinch Ring Lane. 11. Hermosa Trail - A lower priority trail because a trail exists for much of this stretch from Banyan to Almond or is being installed quickly as the azea develops. 12. Haven Trail -Like Hermosa, this section of trail is being installed as development occurs. Renovation work ��7 would include trail surfacing, fencing, and landscaping. 8.6 REGIONAL HIKING &RIDING TRAIL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS It is important to note that the Regional Trail system could be vastly improved on a short term basis with minor improvement, such as modifying existing gated entrances and landscaping to allow trail user access. Ultimate undercrossings to be installed below Banyan will be used by bicyclists and may be funded out of bicycle trail funds. Priority should be given to completing the undercrossings on one side of the channels before installing the extra undercrossings on the other side of channels north of Banyan (opposite from bicycle trail). 1. Toint-Use Agreements -The next step in implementing the Regional Hiking and Riding Trail system is to negotiate pint -use agreements with the San Bernardino County Flood Control District for Deer Creek, Hillside Channel, Day Creek, Almond Intercept Channel and the remaining portion of Cucamonga Geek (south of Base Line Road). The City has already begun discussions with the District regarding a "Master" Agreement. 2. Demens Geek -Minor improvements aze necessaryat street crossings to provide trail access, such as clearing of vegetation, texturized street pavement crossing, and trail signs to alert motorists at crossings. Relocate chain link fence around south and east sides of basin to provide a trail connection on top of basin levee over to Amethyst. 3. Cucamonga Geek -Minor improvements are necessary from Confluence Pazk north to Jennet, including fence relocation, and vegetation removal. North of Banyan, the chain link fence needs to be moved 20 feet to the west to provide Regional Trail paralleling a private local feeder traail. A 20 foot wide Community parkway trail on the west side of Turquoise, from Pearl Street north to Almond Intercept Channel, would provide an importantlink between the Cucamonga Creek Regional Trail and the Almond Intercept Channel Regional Trail. 4. Deer Geek - Modification to existing improvements at street crossings are needed to open up trail access. Trail signs, such as those used along Demens Geek, should be installed. Openings must be provided through chain link barricade that blocks north -south travel along the channel at the two existing pedestrian bridges (one north and one south of Base Line Road). 5. Da�Geek -Upon completion of the channel, a traffic signal and grade crossing aze needed at Arrow Route. A special at -grade crossing is needed at the A.T. & S.F. rail line. For additional comments see "Deer Geek" above. 6. HillsideChannel -Install trail signs and modify existing fences and gates to provide trail access. 7. Front Line - Trail access rights must be negotiated with utility compazries and many private property owners. Due to this trails' location in the scenic foothills, the trail shold be left as natural as possible. The trail follows fire road and utility service roads, except where it veers southwest along the Almond Intercept Channel. 8.7 BICYCLE TRAIL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS On -street bicycle lanes (Class II) are usually provided when streets are constructed, or reconstructed, or the pavement is overlayed. Thus, it is the street construction schedule that typically dictates a bicycle lane's implementation. Designated bike routes (Class III) are easily implemented since placement of signs is all that is required. Implementation of these faalities can be done at such time as the need becomes appazent. Separated bike paths (Class D aze sometimes constructed as development occurs, such as within the planned communities. Most bike paths are located along flood control channels and utilize the existing or future asphalt service roads. Therefore, implementation is simply a matter of negotiating agreements with other public agencies and private utilities. However, for the flood control channels to properly function as a regional trail facility for bicyclists, it will be necessary to construct underpasses at street crossings. For example, street underpasses were built along the Cucamonga Leek Channel Regional Trail at the 19th Street and Base Line Road crossings. Because 41 4:•.I'crt 'd1n"+ Tfi':' . 9"• .. t r - r _ .� .. r�u �-�' .� � "t'i ry <r,La,. .. ..y. M„ .. 'i� �I t�� 1��d, �1'r) k t ?y���lY .. .. �:� �� a � _r � .� r. �r t, . :. r r ..... -, �.�; � _ C��- r _._.... _. - r- 1 _. . - ��,�� 5 ° _ - ,::., ,_:.. _ _ .... �� �w ::......::::. � 1 Figure 2� HIKING t ap � . ,t 1 I I & RIDING E TRAILS MASTER PLAN LEGEND ' Proposed Brldge Proposed Street Undercrossing Exlsting Street Undercrossing nm Regional MuhNPurpose Trella: The regbnal vans are the badtbone of the public trail system. They are reserved, bng distance corridors and serve as the main connectors to the regbnal parks scenic canyons the nalionai lorest, other major open spaces, residential, commercial, and Industdai areas. The regional trails mainly follow food control channels and utility corridors. They are imerxfed for use.as equestdan, pedestrian and bicycle trails. r• Community Trella: The communty trails provide trail user access to community lacfllties such as parks, schools and shopping centers. These public trails form loops of varying length and ad as the link between the local leader trails in each traq and the regbnal trails system. Community nails follow streets, utility corridors, and easements. They are interxled for equestrian and pedestrian users, except equestrian usage is Ilmlted to the EqueslriaNRura1 Area. Local Feeder Trails (Not Shown): Local feeder trails, not idenlftied on the map, are cornained within individual subdivisbns in the EquestnaNRural Area. These trails provide the homeowner with access from the rear of their lot to the community or regbnal mufti -purpose tral system. The local leader trails are private trail easements which generally lolbw along the rear property line of residential bts. Although primariry Intended for equestdan use, these Iratls are also Irequernly used by pedestrians. Equestrian/Rural Area CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ..�...�. �.. rr... r....... r, .n R�.n�w. 1P �„nt �.� gne..l„11nn Nn. o�_9R9 .� �; . _.. CTI'Y OF I2ANCH0 CUC�_.�ONGA STAFF REPORT DATE: January 27, 1999 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS AND MEETINGS ABSTRACT: Staff is requesting consideration of amending the meeting dates and appointments for the Trails Advisory Committee to address the problem of a lack of quorum at meetings. BACKGROUND: The last two Trails Advisory Committee meetings_ have been canceled or postponed because of a lack of quorum. This has affected the processing schedule for subdivisions. The administrative regulations for the Committee adopted by Planning Commission Resolution No. 88-43A sets forth the membership and meeting rules. The Committee consists of six members: two Planning Commissioners, two Park and Recreation Commissioners, aMember- at-Large bicycling representative (currently vacant), and a Member -at -Large equestrian representative. A quorum of at least four members must be present to conduct a meeting. The Trails Advisory Committee has established that their meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. APPOINTMENTS: Larry McNiel was appointed to serve until July 1999. Peter Tolstoy's appointment is through July 2000. Chairman McNiel currently can only attend meetings on Wednesdays because of new work schedule conflicts. Commissioner Tolstoy would prefer Trails Committee meetings be the same week as Planning Commission meetings (i.e., the second and fourth week of the month). OPTIONS: � A. Change Meeting Date -The meeting date and time can be moved to between 5:30 and 6:00 p.m. prior to regular Planning Commission meetings. —�� B. Change Appointments -Appoint two Planning Commissioners who are available on the first Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. C. Change Membership -The Planning Commission could reconsider the composition of the Trails Advisory Committee. Possibilities include reducing membership to include only one member from the Planning Commission and one from the Parks and Recreation Commission, or having no Planning Commissioners on the Committee (same as Technical Review and Grading Committees). This would require adoption of the attached Resolution. PLANNING COMMISSION �iAFF REPORT TRAILS COMMITTEE -CITY OF R.C. January 27, 1999 "� Page 2 D. Reevaluate Items Requiring Committee Action - Similar to City Planner hearings, items could be identified that would only require City Planner approval. Items of a policy nature or controversial matters would remain with the Committee. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Planning Commission discuss this item and take appropriate action. Respectful) submitted Brad r City Planner BB: DC/jfs Attachments: Exhibit "A" -Resolution No. 88-43A (Adopted) Exhibit "B" -Resolution (Proposed) CITY OF RANCI-IO CUCAMONG� STAFF REPORT DATE: June 23, 1999 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAIL ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS BACKGROUND: The term for Chairman McNeil will expire.in July, 1999. The Committee meets once a month, as needed, usually on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular Planning Commission Meeting. CURRENT MEMBERSHIP: For your information, the current Trails Advisory Committee appointments are as follows (expired terms shown in boldface): Term Expires Appointment Larry McNeil July 1999 Planning Commission (1996) Peter Tolstoy July 2000 Planning Commission (1986) Martine Dickey July 1999 Park 8 Recreation Commission (1998) James Clopton July 2000 Park 8 Recreation Commission (1997) Sue Rabone April 2001 Equestrian Member At Large (1997) Vacant Bicycling Member At Large RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends�that the Planning Commission amp e� representative to serve until July, 2001. ��Q Respectful) submitt . ;%'�� Brad Buller City Planner BB:DC:taa ITEM D r S� RANCHO C U C A M O N G A �� Staff Report DATE: January 20, 2000 Gam" TO: Chairman and Members of the Park and Recreation Com psi /�, r '� i yl FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner Q 5 U �� � � �� � BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Pla r � t SUBJECT: TRAIL PRIORITIES �� ANALYSIS: A. Trail Prioriti s: � he City's Trail Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 sets forth trail improvement priorities (see Exhibit "B"). The Trail Implementation Plan states that the priorities should be reviewed annually through the City's budget process to adjust priority based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. The Alta Loma r Riding Club proposed that five trail projects be give funding priority (See Exhibit "A3"): �,,�r�tJ 1. Demens Basin —from Hillside Road to Amethyst �%�r��° � 5 li 2. Beryl Street —from Hillside Road to Almond Street ����i°�' � I I ^� 3. Sapphire Street —from Jennet Street to Hillside Road �//2����b �� �� chi ! 4. Beryl Street —from Banyan to Wilson Streets � (03, o� 5. Banyan Street —from Carnelian Street to Archibald Avenue � � 9�� ��b Staff agrees that these locations would provide important linkages by "filling gaps" in the �� existing trail system. The Trails Advisory Committee met November 10, 1999, and recommended approval of the priorities as proposed. The City is already working with the County Flood Control District on the Demens Basin Regional Trail. B. Fundin Trail projects, including acquisition of right-of-way, design, and construction, are funded as Capital Improvement Projects. Funding sources include park fees, beautification fees and grants. ���� t�u�� yew � �a _� ���� � -� °�. ��� a �y� ���� PARK AND RECREATION STAFF REPORT TRAIL PRIORITIES January 20, 2000 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Park and Recreation Commission approve the proposed priorities. The recommendation of the Park and Recreation Commission will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration in the budget process for Fiscal Year 2000/2001. 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The Industrial Area, Etiwanda, and Foothill Boulevard Specific Plans have been adopted by the City for selected parts of the community. 'These Plans include master plans and design standards for hiking, riding, and bicycling trails. In a similar fashion, the City has adopted community plans, with extensive trail networks, such as the Victoria, Tema Vista, and Caryn planned communities• All of these documents offer Rancho Cucamonga the opportunity to provide trails by regulating the design and layout of development schemes. 83S Local Feeder Trails: A special mention is needed with regard to Local Feeder trails. Some of the existing Local Feeder trails are designated by the General Plan Master Plan of Trails, and the Hiking and Riding Master PWn contained herein, as being planned for public use as a Community Trail. The Local Feeder trail easements aze established onthefmal subdivisionmappursuant to conditionsof approval on thetentativemap.They azeprivate equestrian easements reserved for the use of all property owners within the given subdivision. To amend the usage of Local Feeder trails within an existing subdivision to use by the general public would require the City to acquire easement rights either by purchase from the individual lot owners or an action in eminent domain for public rights�f--way. With regard to eminent domain action, the requisite showing of public need and necessity to acquire the property by eminent domain maybe difficult to substantiate. 83.6 Implied Dedication: The General Plan Master Plan of Trails reveals that certain Community Trails are made up of areas where the public has for a number ofyears traversed (apparendywithout azgument)private property to get fromonepublic trail to the next (eitherbyusinganexistingprivate traileasementorbysimplycuttingacross vacant property). Such historic use may imply dedication to the public of trail access rights under certain, very limited, circumstances. The theory of implied dedication —adverse public use of private property for five years without substantial interference by the owner — was established by the California Supreme Court in Gion v. Santa Cruz (1970). In that case, a road, parking area, and beach strip were privately owned; however, the public regularly used it for fishing, swimming and other recreational purposes overa period of many years. None of the private property owners had made any serious objections and the Cityof Santa Cruz had improved the area. The Supreme Court held that this constituted an implied dedication to the public and ruled that the only proof required is that persons use the property believing that there was a public right to do so, without objection or interference, for more than five years. Subsequently, the Legislature adopted California Civil Code Section 1009 requiring "express written irrevocable offer of dedication of such pmperiy to such use." Accordingly, any public use of private property to invoke the Gion rule would have to havecommenotd at, orprior to, approximately 1965 (e.g., at least five years of public use). If indeed there is a proper situation as described briefly above, the City of Rancho Cucamonga could establish its rights b the trail by a "quiet title" action to the trail easement. 8.4 PHASING OF TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS The lists of trail projects below are not intended to be all inclusive. Rather, they are intended to list trail routes of community -wide or regional significance. The Trails Impkementation Plan does not propose phases for construction of trail projects. 'This is due, in part, to Rancho Cucamonga's fast growth which has resulted, and will continue, in construction of trails as a requirement of development. Rather, the emphasis is on identifying priorities for possible projects to be used in preparing future budgets and capital improvement programs. 8.5 COMMUNITY HIKING &RIDING TRAIL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS =-- ---- � . - -• - -: The following priority list of capital improvement projects addresses improvement and rehabiliation of existing trails and some projects currently in planning stages. Projects should be reviewed annually through the City's established budget review process to adjust priority, as needed, based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. 1 Alta Loma Storm Drain Trail -Remove fence and gate barricades where necessary to provide trail access _ 39 pursuant to pint use agreement with San Bernardino County Flood Control District. Install trail signing as needed, particularly at trail entrances. This section of trail follows the flood control channel and basins from the existing terminus of a Community Trail, within the tract located on the west side of Hermosa, below Almond, to the lower basins above Banyan. An important north -south trail mold be established with minimal investment. , 2. Almond Trail-Obtainright-of-wayand construct trail link fromArchibald west toTract 11626. This trail section would provide access to the Demers Channel Regional Trail and Front Line Regional Trail, and would also provide access to Heritage Park, for residents in northeast Alta Loma. This section of trail passes aQoss upper Demers Basin (San Bernardino County Flood Control District), private property at the end of Amethyst Street, and along a private local feeder trail easement at the north end of Tract 9521 or, alternatively, above Tract 9306. 3. Beechwood/Wilson Trail -Obtain right�f-way and construct missing link at 5706 Jasper Street. When Tract 9015 was originally laid out, a vital easement through the side yard on Lot 26 was not provided. This section of trail is the onlygap in anotherwise continuous trail from thewesbernGty limitsto Hellman, which will ultimately extend east all the way to the Deer Creek Channel Regional Trail. Trail users west of jasper would get a "straight shot" trail to Heritage Park and the Demers Channel Regional Trail. 4. Sapphire Trail -Demonstration project to reconstruct existing parkway to a trail from Banyan to Hillside. This section on the west side of Sapphire is improved to varying degrees, in some cases with sidewalks. Numerous local feeder trails spill out onto the pavement. The speed and increasing volume of traffic on Sapphire make it a high priority for improvement. The trail would fit into the existing right-of-way dedication. 5. HillsideTrail -Reconstruct parkway to accomodate trail from Hellman to Amethyst. Hillside is developed with full street improvements and front -on homes. Completion of this section will provide access to Heritage Parkand Demers Channel Regional Trail for property owners east of Amethyst. 8. Banyan Trail - Reconstruct parkway for trail from Sapphire to Archibald. Banyan is developed with a variety of conditions, including front -on homes and some stretches of dirt trail. The Banyan Trail is an important east- westtrail through the heart of Alta Loma, which also forms the southerly boundary of the Equestrian -Rural Area (east of Sapphire). The length of this trail will dictate amulti-year phased project. Emphasis should be placed on providing a usable trail path where none presently exists. 7. Turquoise Trail - Acquire right-of-way and construct a trail from Banyan to Almond. This section of trail is part of the Primary Loop Trail system. This section begins at Banyan as part of the regional trail that follows the east side of Cucamonga Creek Channel to the base of the debris basin (approximately at the level of Jennet). From this point on, the trail runs through private trail easements within Tracts 9540 and 11893 (public access rights needed) and througha 20 foot wide Flood Control C��annel easement until itrrteiges with the power line easement north of Orchard Street. 8. Carnelian Trail - Acquire right -of --way and construct trail within parkway on east side of street. This section of Carnelian from Hillside to Almond is presently not developed to its full width and is characterized by larger land holdings with homes fronting onto the street. 9. Amethyst Trail - Acquire right-of-way and construct trail from Banyan to Almond. A difficult section of trail because it crosses the front yards of many homes, particularly between Wilson and Hillside. Sections of the trail exist in some form south of Wilson Trail will follow east side of Amethyst from Banyan to Hillside, where it crosses over to the west side. Most of the right�f--way exists south of Hillside. 10. Archibald Trail -Construct trail from Wilson io Carrari.Right-of--way exists on the east side; however, right- of-way acquisition needed where trail crosses over to the west side between Hillside and Cinch Ring Lane. 11. Hermosa Trail - A lower priority trail because a trail exists for much of this stretch from Banyan to Almond or is being installed quickly as the area develops. 12. Haven Trail -Like Hermosa, this section of trail is being installed as development occurs. Renovation work would include trail surfacing, fencing, and landscaping. 8.6 REGIONAL HIKING &RIDING TRAIL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS It is important to note that the Regional Trail system could be vastly improved on a short term basis with minor improvement, such as modifying existing gated entrances and landscaping to allow trail user access. Ultimate unden:rossings to be installed below Banyan will be used by bicyclists and may be funded out of bicycle trail funds. Priority should be given to completing the underczossings on one side of the channels before installing the extra undercrossings on the other side of channels north of Banyan (opposite from bicycle trail). 1. Toint-Use Agr .ements -The next step in implementing the Regional Hiking and Riding Trail system is to negotiate pint -use agreements with the San Bernardino County Flood Control District for Deer Leek, Hillside Channel, Day Creek, Almond Intercept Channel and the remaining portion of Cucamonga Geek (south of Base line Road). The City has already begun discussions with the District regarding a "Master" Agreement. 2. Demens Geek -Minor improvements are necessary at street crossings to provide trail access, such as clearing of vegetation, texturized street pavement crossing, and trail signs to alert motorists at crossings. Relocate chain linkfence around south and east sidesof basin to provide a trail connection on top ofbasin levee over to Amethyst. 3. Cucamon� Creek- Minor improvementsare nec�essaryfrom Confluence Park north to Jennet, including fence relocation, and vegetation removal. North of Banyan, the chain link fence needs to be moved 20 feet to the west to provide Regional Trail paralleling a private local feeder traail. A 20 foot wide Community parkway trail on the west side of Turquoise, from Pearl Street north to Almond Intercept Channel, would provide an importantlink between the Cucamonga Creek Regional Trail and the Almond Intercept Channel Regional Trail. 4. Deer Geek - Modification to existing improvements at street crossings are needed to open up trail access. Trail signs, such as those used along Demens Geek, should be installed. C+penings must be provided through chain link barricade that blocks north -south travel along the channel at the two existing pedestrian bridges (one north and one south of Base Line Road). 5. Day Geek - Upon completion of the channel, a traffic signal and grade crossing are needed at Arrow Route. A special at -grade crossing is needed at the A.T. dL S.F. rail line. For additional comments see "Deer Leek" above. 6. HillsideChannel -Install trail signs and modify existing fences and gates to provide trail access. 7. FrontLine - Trail access rights must be negotiated with utility companies and many private property owners. Due to this trails' location in the scenic foothills, the trail shold be left as natural as possible. The trail follows fire road and utility service roads, except where it veers southwest along the Almond Intercept Channel. 8.7 BICYCLE TRAIL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS C+n -street bicycle lanes (Class II) are usually provided when streets are constructed, or reconstructed, or the pavement is overlayed. Thus, it is the street construction schedule that typically dictates a bicycle Jane's implementation Designated bike routes (Class IIn are easily implemented since placement of signs is all that is required. Implementation of these facilities can be done at such time as the need becomes apparent. Separated bike paths (Class I) are sometimes constructed as development occurs, such as within the planned communities. Most bike paths are located along flood control channels and utilize the existing or future asphalt service roads. Therefore, implementation is simply a matter of negotiating agreements with other public agencies and private utilities. However, for the flood control channels to properly function as a regional trail facility for bicyclists, it will be necessary to construct underpasses at street crossings. For example, street underpasses were built along theCucamonga Creek Channel RegionalTrail at the 19th Street and Base Line Road crossings. Because 41 SEE ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC FiL�N`� _... ::.. :: --:_:__. � _._ .::�:..:..�.:��:.:r . _.._�a :.. , ,. �. --, F1IKINU ZSc t-tIUINU TRAILS MASTER PLAN LEGEND Proposed Brldpe Q Proposed Street Undererosslnp Existing Street Undercrosslnp �•• Repbnet Nluht-Purpose Tnlq: The repbnat trails are tM baddwne a the publb !rail system. They are fBSBfVBd, brq dstance oorridor6 fled 6enle az the main oonnedorstothe repionatpaAcs scenic canyons. the nauorW lorest, aher major open spaces, residential, oommercdat, and frWustrlal areas. The repbnal trans malNy totbw hood control charnels and utility corridors. They are Werxled for use az equesUlan, pedestrian and bicyGe trans. •••••••• CommunityTnlls: TheCommunitytrellaprovWelratl user access to commonly !acuities such as parW, sGiook and ahoppirp cernere. These public trails loan bops d varying length and act as the uNc between the beat leader Uails h each Uact and the repbrW Vaifs sysem Connunky nails tolbw clreeta, utility oorridore, snd saaemerna. They are Wended la equestrian and pedesuran users, escept equestrian usage is limited to Ub EquealAaNRural Area. Local Feeder Trolls (Na Shown): local leader trolls, not bBrntlied on the map, are corsalned within individual tvbdnhbns in the EquestnarVRural Area. These nails povide the homeowner with access Iron tits rear of their W to the commun'dy or repbnal murtFpurpose uatl system The bcal leader trais are private tra�7 eazements which penerauy lotbw abrq Ule rear progeny line a residential bta. AQhouph primartly Wended for equestrian use, these trans ors elao Irequerkty used by pedestrians. E4uestrkn/Rural Area CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA • �....� ... n,... n.,.w.w .n I,w,wlw• ,• ,m,• !. 9w�w„„Inn Mn •t.f„f T H E C O F RANCHO CUCAMONGA Staff Report DATE: September 26, 2001 TO: Chair and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Larry Henderson, AICP, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER APPOINTMENT On September 12, 2001, Planning Commissioners Mannerino and Stewart interviewed prospective applicants for the equestrian representative position on the Trails Advisory Committee. Although both candidates would be qualified to serve, the Commission Sub- committee unanimously recommends the appointment of Laura Jarek. Her extensive equestrian background and enthusiasm for serving will be a great asset to the Trails Advisory Committee. A copy of Ms. Jarek's application is attached for reference (Exhibit "A"). Respectfully submitted, Br er City Planner BB:LH/jc Attachment: Exhibit "A" -Copy of Laura Jarek's Trails Advisory Committee application CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY 0� PANCHO CUCAMONGA Aug 0 9 �ao�� E EIVED -PLANNING CITIZEN S APPLICATION TO SE�� OIV 'RAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications for amember-at-large to represent the equestrian community and amember-at-large to represent the bicycling community. This Committee reviews proposed development projects to advise fhe Planning Commission on the location and design of trails. The Committee meets on an as needed basis on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a resident of Rancho Cucamonga. Equestrians must be an active membe of the Alfa Loma Riding Club. CHECK ONE.• j� Equestrian ❑ Bicyclist NAME: �..�AL�I� ��-IZ�I� DAYTIME PHONE #: g�7- %�.� EMAIL (Optional): RESIDENCE ADDRESS: C��� A-Qu�ml�-� nyf .�Li�. ZIP CODE: �! f�70 � 1. Briefly describe your riding experience (i.e., type of riding, miles per week, years experience): � �tCc ve� �ee.n rod v�2 1- O/� � �S o� �►��S C��aC_ rim-(-�c,�-frr�ls ®�- 1�� S�(o C1�cr..� � ui�e 2. Why are you interested in serving on this Committee? �\ �trl f;t.�� �� o r,( . �Pl�rt�i�� rf'71�►��1hc.Q. G(�.t.cG �D .%('nn2Q !Y) I«1I d�l� _ (/12 f'Yl U 3. 4. � �r�� i�Ci+�e Q n C.�.ri �ul,iv, �n rn-� � �rr�p �a / Is -as /'lGle--�% What do you feel are the critical trail issues in Rancho Cuca onga? U a � �� -��- 16 6y� a� �.t� � ct,Lc�h � � c �a �r1a� � List all equestrian or bicycli g organizations you are actively involved in: g`-rl-�l Date c uctl_ �. �� ���� Please mail completed application by September 1, 2001, to Dan Coleman, Planning Division, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. For further information, please call (909) 477-2750, Monday through Thursday, from 7:OOa.m. to 6:00 p.m. ANC'HO CUCAMONGA Staff Report DATE: November 28, 2001 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Larry Henderson, AICP, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER APPOINTMENTS On November 14, 2001, Planning Commissioners Mannerino and Stewart interviewed prospective applicants for the bicycle representative position on the Trails Advisory Committee. Although all of the candidates interviewed would be qualified to serve, the Commission Sub- committee unanimously recommends the appointment of Tim Mitchell as primary, and Brian Zupke as the alternate. Their extensive bicycling background and enthusiasm for serving will be a great asset to the Trails Advisory Committee. A copy of both applications is attached for reference (Exhibit "A"). Respectfully submitted, �/ �� Brad Buller City Planner BB:LH/jc Attachment: Exhibit "A" - Copy of Tim Mitchell and Brian Zupke Trails Advisory Committee applications. ITEM F CYCLIST WANTED The City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications to serve on the City's Trails Advisory Committee. The City is looking for an individual with a strong interest in promoting bicycle trails. This Committee advises the Planning Commission on bicycle, hiking and equestrian trails. -� �A licants must • pp be at least 18 years old and a resident of Rancho Cucamonga. The Candidate should be an experienced bicycle rider familiar with the needs of the cyclist. The Committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The position will remain .open until filled. For applications and further information, please contact Larry Henderson at (909) 477-2750. T H E C I T Y O F RANCHO C U C A M O N G A r, � ' � • DATE November 8, 2000 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS BACKGROUND: The term for Commissioner Tolstoy expired in July 2000. The Committee meets once a month, as needed, usually on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular Planning Commission meeting. CURRENT MEMBERSHIP: For your information, the current Trails Advisory Committee appointments are as follows (expired term shown in boldface): Member Term Expires Appointment Pamela Stewart July 2001 Planning Commission (1999) Peter Tolstoy July 2000 Planning Commission (1986) Patricia Carlson July 2002 Park &Recreation Commission (2000) Martin Dickey July 2001 Park &Recreation Commission (1999) Sue Rabone April 2001 Equestrian Member At Large (1997) Vacant Bicycling Member At Large RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission appoint a representative to serve until July 2002. Respectfully submitted, ��� Brad Buller City Planner BB:DC:gs T H E C I T Y O F =, RANCHO CUCAMONGA Staff Report DATE: April 19, 2001 TO: Chairman and Members of the Park and Recreation Commission BY: Dan Coleman, Acting City Planner SUBJECT: TRAIL PRIORITIES ANNUAL REVIEW ANALYSIS: A. Trail Priorities: The City's Trails Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 sets forth trail improvement priorities which are to be reviewed each year to adjust priority based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. Last year, the Alta Loma Riding Club proposed that five riding trail projects be given funding priority. The top priority, extending the regional trail around the Demens Basin from Hillside Road to Amethyst, was completed. Completion of this project was made possible through the generous donation of volunteer labor. The Alta Loma Riding Club has submitted an updated list of recommended priorities (see Exhibit "A"). The trail locations have not changed; however, the priorities for No.s 2 and 3 have been switched as follows (the 1991 estimated construction cost, excluding design, is identified for each): 1. Beryl Street —from Banyan to Wilson ($63,000) 2. Beryl Street —from Hillside Road to Almond ($63,000) 3. Sapphire Street —from Jennet to Hillside, and a short section from Whirlaway to La Senda ($98,200) 4. Banyan Street —from Carnelian to Archibald ($396,000) Staff agrees that these locations would provide important linkages by "filling gaps" in the existing trail network. The Trails Advisory Committee met on March 14, 2001, and recommended approval. Their recommendation is scheduled to be considered by the Planning Commission on April 25, 2001. B. Fundin :Trail projects, including acquisition of right-of-way, design, and construction, are funded as Capital Improvement Projects. Funding sources typically include park fees, beautification fees and grants. For the Fiscal Year 2001/2002 Budget, which is currently under review, all funding is being targeted for the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail. The master plan for the multi -purpose regional Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail was approved in December 2000, and the next step is engineering design and environmental review. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAIL PRIORITIES April 19, 2001 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Park and Recreation Commission approve the proposed priorities. The recommendation of the Park and Recreation Commission will be forwarded to the City Council. Respectfully submitted, Dan Coleman Acting City Planner DC:Is Attachments: Exhibit "A" -Letter from Alta Loma Riding Club dated March 9, 2001 r, � � � • DATE July 11, 2001 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Dan Coleman, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS BACKGROUND: The term for Commissioner Stewart expires in July 2001. The Committee , _ meets once a month, as needed, usually on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular Planning Commission meeting. All terms are 24 months per Planning Commission Resolution 88-43A. CURRENT MEMBERSHIP: For your information, the current Trails Advisory Committee appointments are as follows (expiring term shown in boldface): IQ`yjP�' �ito�6y�. Member Term Expires Appointment Pamela Stewart July 2001 Planning Commission (1999) � Peter Tolstoy July 2002 Planning Commission (1986) Patricia Carlson July 2002 Park &Recreation Commission (2000) ' July 200�i'� Park &Recreation Commission (1999) Sue Rabone April 2001 Equestrian Member At Large (1997) 1r � RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission appoint a representative to serve until July 2003. Respectf y submitte , Brad Bu er City Planner BB:DC:gs ANCHO C;UCAMONGA Staff Report DATE: September 26, 2001 TO: Chair and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller; City Planner BY: Larry Henderson, AICP, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER APPOINTMENT On September 12, 2001, Planning Commissioners Mannerino and Stewart interviewed prospective applicants for the equestrian representative position on the Trails Advisory Committee. Although both candidates would be qualified to serve, the Commission Sub- committee unanimously recommends the appointment of Laura Jarek. Her extensive equestrian background and enthusiasm for serving will be a great asset to the Trails Advisory Committee. A copy of Ms. Jarek's application is attached for reference (Exhibit "A"). Respectfully submitted, Br er City Planner BB:LH/jc Attachment: Exhibit "A" -Copy of Laura Jarek's Trails Advisory Committee application ITEM K T H E C I T Y O F RANCHO CUCAMONGA Staff Report DATE: November 28, 2001 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Larry Henderson, AICP, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER APPOINTMENTS On November 14, 2001, Planning Commissioners Mannerino and Stewart interviewed prospective applicants for the bicycle representative position on the Trails Advisory Committee. Although all of the candidates interviewed would be qualified to serve, the Commission Sub- committee unanimously recommends the appointment of Tim Mitchell as primary, and Brian Zupke as the alternate. Their extensive bicycling background and enthusiasm for serving will be a great asset to the Trails Advisory Committee. A copy of both applications is attached for reference (Exhibit "A"). Respectfully submitted, ./ �� Brad Buller City Planner BB:LH/jc Attachment: Exhibit "A" - Copy of Tim Mitchell and Brian Zupke Trails Advisory Committee applications. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications for amember--at-large to represent the equestrian community and amember-at-large to represent the bicycling community. This Committee reviews proposed development projects to advise the Planning Commission on the location and design of trails. The Committee meets on an as needed basis on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a resident of Rancho Cucamonga. Equestrians must be an active member of the Alta Loma Riding Club. CHECK ONE: ❑ Equestrian � Bicyclist %)1� 9�� NAME: �! L\%� �c��c-�..t� (f DAYTIME PHONE #:�� PZ�r�`�--��7✓� EMAIL (Optional): �C rM � c� a c{ � � �o(� cow RESIDENCE ADDRESS: S`�fo 3(o G4e/a4 f�a� CST ZIP CODE: �°L�ZC7 i 1. Briefly describe your riding experience (i.e., type of riding, miles per week, years experience): �/ei �.p GGiT 5�- S CP,ee,Qr', ��2c �_ � 1Cou�p s �7` �s � A tv.�L: `Q `Z"y l � Gtil c (Q s -edc,� o u�i Nq .,1_ C� o�s�e O��a sy G�t" c�c ��; �c� � `��'25 2. Why are you interested in serving on this Committee? � �'� �-F2 � NdW E � �v�� d� � l -rr� %� � � � wn u�D � i C� 7� 1 �..Q� � !� c��¢.Qo/� � ��.o ��^�� s 3. What do you feel are the critical trail issues in Rancho Cucamonga? l A c CS . � E �P 4. List all equestrian or bicycling organizations you are actively involved in: �- fd � ��-'� ��LQa�� ��-t �� A1��N� �.D.Lc�� � �-t�� c� aA- �y1/l L Si<9c.. � � , � -- � �'—p Signature ate Please mail completed application to Planning Division, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. For further information, please call (909) 477-2750, Monday through Thursday, from 7:OOa.m. to 6:00 p.m. .�xh",b��� ����� CYCLIST WANTED r The City of Rancho Cucamonga -invites applications to serve on the City's Trails Advisory Committee. The City is looking for an individual with a strong interest in promoting bicycle trails. This Committee advises the Planning Commission on bicycle, hiking and equestrian trails. _ - Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a resident of Rancho Cucamonga. The Candidate should be an experienced bicycle rider familiar with the needs of the cyclist. The Committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The position will remain open until filled. For applications and further information, please contact Larry Henderson at (909) 477-2750. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA SEP 2 % 200� RECEIVED -PLANNING _� CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CIiY OF RANCHO COCA M�NGA ®Ci ®4 ��� RECEIVE®- pLANN►NG CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE: The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications for amember--af-large fo represent the equestrian community and amember-at-large to represent the bicycling community. This Committee reviews proposed development projects to advise the Planning Commission on the location and design of trails. The Committee meets on an as needed basis on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p..m. Rpplicants me.�st be at least 18 years old and a resident of Rancho Cucamonga. Equestrians must be an active member of the Alta Loma Riding Club. CHECK ONE: ❑ Equestrian [�( Bicyclist NAME: � � / an Z�P�� DAYTIME PHONE #:Cy°g) ��Z 6G73 EMAIL (Optional): r� un • ��^(��� @ Pn Frwu-k5 . C��n RESIDENCE ADDRESS: GI3i3 !�/���5/fir � �D' �'n' ^ ZIP CODE: 9� � 3 7 1. Briefly des//cribe your riding experience (i e., type of riding, miles per week, years experience): �Iv(' /�fP�1 n�/n� �"- ascaf 5 �i�+-r an ��r /'aH� yl{ �f�� /� y ^' /ram /hi os/G„� U 2. W/hy��a//re you interested in serving on this Committee? To �� �r►a� �. ,Dasi%vP OiD4�'"F'C-�Cl, /in�vf 6icyel,� iy /nl�r�� And Sa�C�y 3. What1t do you feel are the critical trail issues in Rancho Cu//c��a//monga? � r^s�'�/ c!�"� �v//m����o� o� 7�+r�S � %0 9r�f a� l.°Ypes��P � av�v �/-�yc' (11110'� /1d�- �on7'�f'C'cv�l V ,E,��s/�/.� f��IS /WO" WrII /17A/n%e►lns./ l7J /��i'/1T'/nf �M//1 //�GCCofS/��P TO 6%CyC�P /�1/1G�"S �e f�i!/re�C/yc�►J Ill /'�/�,�a� �t��S �/b�7��r ��ic•��t 6i /0` A�l�'1bS�-� 4. List all equestrian or bicycling organizations you are actively involved in: Please mail completed application fo Planning Division, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. For further information, please call (909) 477-2750, Monday through Thursday, from 7:OOa.m. to 6:00 p.m. CYCLIST WANTED The City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications to serve on the City's Trails Advisory Committee. The City is looking for an individual with a strong interest in promoting bicycle- trails. This Committee advises the Planning Commission on bicycle, hiking and equestrian trails. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a resident of Rancho Cucamonga. The Candidate should.be an experienced bicycle rider familiar with the needs of the cyclist. The Committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The position will remain :open until filled. For applications and further information, please contact Larry Henderson at (909) 477-2750. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AUG 0 9 200g RECEIVED -PLANNING CITIZEN'S APPLICATION TO SERVE ON TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga invites applications for amember-at-large fo represent the equestrian community and amember-at-large to represent the bicycling community. This Committee reviews proposed development projects to advise the Planning Commission on the location and design of trails. The Committee meets on an as needed basis on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a resident of Rancho Cucamonga. Equestrians must be an active membe of the Alta Loma Riding Club. CHECK ONE.• �J Equestrian ❑ Bicyclist NAME: �.A(x.►2A� ��2EK DAYTIME PHONE #: 9�7^ ��� EMAIL (Optional): RESIDENCE ADDRESS: (Q067 �©ur�ma-�.1��f. .�-�� ZIP CODE: cl 170 � 1. Briefly describe your riding experience (i.e., type of riding, miles per week, years experience): _l._ Cc veJ been rld �n � � r � 0� � t �2c�-s � � �GQ.[�-Q 2 3. 4 �- �-- / � '�.l u/-� K , Why are you interested in serving on this Committee? __1_ vv.�l�a.P , �� ��( . i� I'i Cie a � CGr. � � � � �., - rr�� ,.� �'� fi a � is - as r�cLe � What do you feel are the critical trail issues in Rancho Cucaf�ionga? d •�-�- / 6 6yLe � �- List all equestrian or bicvc nature nth-`�-�c�y� �� nC Ca �n�� you are actively involved in: �'�-�-�1 Date �� -Lk'-�e -•fEr �i�e-( Please mail completed application by September 1, 2001, to Dan Coleman, Planning Division, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. For further information, please cal! (909) 477.2750, Monday through Thursday, from 7:OOa.m. to 6:00 p.m. �� T H E C I T Y O F RANCHO CUCAMONGA r, i � • • DATE February 21, 2003 TO: Chair and Members of the Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Larry Henderson AICP, Principal Planner/Trails Coordinator ,�, h SUBJECT: TRAILS IMPLEMENTATION PLAN ANNUAL 2003-2004 BUDGET REVIEW BACKGROUND: The City's Trail Implementation Plan, adopted in 1991, set forth Trail improvement priorities and called for annual review through the budget process. In 2002, the Planning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval of the Alta Loma Riding Club's top three Community Trail projects. The top priority for 2002-2003 was identified as Beryl Street, from Hillside Road to Almond Street. This section is currently under design by the Engineering Department staff, with completion expected by June 30, 2003. At the Trails Advisory Committee meeting on February 12, 2003, the Alta Loma Riding Club presented a letter, which supports the previous three trail improvement locations and adds two more for consideration. The Trails Advisory Committee recommends adding these two additional locations and this report has been adjusted accordingly. ANALYSIS: A. Trail Priorities: The City's Trails Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 sets forth trail improvement priorities which are to be reviewed each year to adjust priority based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. Last year, the Alta Loma Riding Club proposed four riding trail projects be given funding priority. None of trail improvements were funded (see Section B. Funding). The Alta Loma Riding Club has submitted an updated list of recommended priorities (see Exhibit "A" dated February 12, 2003). The Trail locations have not changed significantly, the top priority for 2002-2003 was identified as Beryl Street, from Hillside Road to Almond Street. This section is currently under design by the Engineering Department staff, with completion expected by June 30, 2003. The Trails Advisory Committee recommendation for 2003-2004 annual review established the following projects receive funding priority: Beryl Street —from Hillside Road to Almond Street; PARKS &RECREATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAILS IMPLEMENTATION PLAN BUDGET REVIEW February 21, 2003 - Page 2 2. Sapphire Street —from 5708 Sapphire Street north to Hillside Road, and a short section starting just south of Whirlaway Court to just north of La Senda Drive; 3. Banyan Street —from Carnelian Street to Archibald Avenue; 4. Beryl Street —from Banyan Street north to W ilson Avenue; and 5. Banyan Street from Sapphire Street west to the dead end (future Cucamonga Regional Trail Connection). The approved priorities from last year (1-3) still appear relevant since these Trail projects would provide important linkages by "filling gaps" in the existing Trail system. The additional locations (4-5) are also important and should be considered from a longer term planning perspective. Both the Parks and Recreation and Trails Advisory Committee's recommendations will be forwarded to the Planning Commission on February 26, 2003, and then subsequently to the City Council in April as part of the budget process. Trail projects are funded as Capital Improvement Projects. The Engineering Department has indicated it would be premature to identify funding sources at this time since the budget process is used to determine appropriate sources RECOMMENDATION: Staff and the Trails Advisory Committee recommends approval of the proposed priorities. The recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission will be forwarded to the Planning Commission and City Council. Respectfully submitted, —�.. Brad Buller City Planner BB:LH:mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A" -Alta Loma Riding Club Recommendations ALTA LOMA RIDING CLUB P.O. Box 116 Alta Loma, CA 91701 February 12, 2003 City of Rancho Cucamonga ATTN: Brad Buller 10500 Civic Center Dr. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Dear Mr. Buller, The Alta Loma Riding Club has reviewed and updated our priority list for trail improvements that are greatly needed in our current trail system. The amount of use, safety factors, risk factors and the existing completed trail connections were taken into consideration in determining this list. We have attached maps for items 1-4 to assist you in identifying the locations. 'The following areas have been chosen as priorities: Beryl St., North of Banyan, up to Wilson —This trail starts on the east side of Beryl, at Banyan, crosses Beryl, at the South Side of Manzanita, to a concrete sidewalk with a storm drain. It then crosses Manzanita and proceeds up the west side of Beryl, connecting with the completed trails in the Concordia Development of homes. We have identified this as our first priority due to the extreme safety and risk factors at this location. The portion on the east side of Beryl, starting at Banyan is slightly elevated and has a retaining wall, of one to two feet in height, next to the street. Horses are often spooked by dogs and activities in the yards adjacent to this trail. This poses an extreme risk to the riders, horses and oncoming traffic. Removal of rocks and the addition of decomposed granite would also increase the safety of the footing in both of these areas. In addition, the double crossing at Manzanita and Beryl poses additional risk.* 2. Beryl St., North of Hillside, to Almond — This trail runs on the east side of the street. This is a highly used area due to its proximity to Heritage Park and the popularity of the trails to the north of it. The safety and aesthetics of this area would be improved greatly by widening the area near Hillside, as the trail narrows at that location. Rocks need to be removed and decomposed granite added to improve the footing. The addition of the City's standard fencing, two - rail white PVC fencing, would also greatly improve the safety of this trail by providing a barrier between horses and traffic.* �` Please note that the traffic in both of these areas has increased due to the newly opened section of Wilson, to the West of Beryl. We believe that other areas such as carnelian will be impacted also and may need to be addressed at a later time. 3. Sapphire, from 5708 Sapphire continuing north to Hillside, and a short section from �'Vhirlaway to La Senda —This trail near 3ennet runs on the west side of the street, It is another high use area. This trail area is very unsafe and has a high risk factor as riders are forced to ride on the concrete sidewalk or in the street. Either way, they risk slipping anal/or falling. We also note that bike lanes have been added on Sapphire, between Jennet and Hillside, which poses another risk to those riding in the street. 4. Banyan, between Carnelian and Archibald —This incomplete trail runs on. the north side of Banyan. At the present, it is unimproved, leaving riders to ride in the street with traffic. This is a significant risk due to the amount and speed of traffic in this area, and the potential for horses to slip on the pavement. Another concern, is that a delay in making this particular improvement may increase the problems of future implementation due to changes made by homeowners, within the trail easement. 5. Banyan, West of Sapphire to the dead-end -The trail is on the north side of the street. This trail is relatively clean, but would be greatly improved with the addition of decomposed granite and the City's standard equestrian fencing. This would greatly increase safety due to the speed of traffic on the street, and would make a bene .facial connection to trails leading to the pending improvement of the Pacific Electric Trail. We wish to note that Rancho Cucamonga has a wonderful planned network of trails that will someday traverse this beautiful city. Yet, only trails next to areas of new construction were improved, last year. It has been brought to our attention that partial funding may have been obtained on one or more items listed in our request from last year. In anticipation of possible completion of one or more items, we have added one item to the list. Page 2 We ask that the City support these improvements by including them in the budget request cycle for the fiscal year 2003/2004. If you should have any questions regarding our request, please feel free to contact me at (909) 945-3159. We celebrate the fact that this trail system makes our city unique and «�e appreciate your continued support of it! 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City's Trail Implementation Plan, adopted in 1991, set forth Trail improvement priorities and called for annual review through the budget process. In 2002, the Planning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval of the Alta Loma Riding Club's top three Community Trail projects. The top priority for 2002-2003 was identified as Beryl Street, from Hillside Road to Almond Street. This section is currently out for bids, with completion expected by June 30, 2004. At the Trails Advisory Committee meeting on February 12, 2003, the Alta Loma Riding Club presented a letter, which supports the previous three trail improvement locations and adds two more for consideration. The Trails Advisory Committee recommended adding these two additional locations and the request was adjusted accordingly with the concurrence of the Parks and Recreation Commission in 2003. ANALYSIS: A. Trail Priorities: The City's Trails Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 sets forth trail improvement priorities which are to be reviewed each year to adjust priority based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. In 2002, the Alta Loma Riding Club proposed four riding trail projects be given funding priority. None of trail improvements were funded at that time. The Alta Loma Riding Club representative (Carol Douglass) has submitted an a -mail that indicates the previous priorities are acceptable. The trail locations have not changed significantly, the top priority for 2002-2003 was identified as Beryl Street, from Hillside Road to Almond Street. This section is currently out to bid by the City, with completion expected by June 30, 2004. PARK &RECREATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAILS IMPLEMENTATION PLAN BUDGET REVIEW February 26, 2004 Page 2 The Trails Advisory Committee and Parks and Recreation Commission recommendation for 2003-2004 annual review established the following projects receive funding priority: 1. Beryl Street —from Hillside Road to Almond Street; 2. Sapphire Street —from 5708 Sapphire Street north to Hillside Road, and a short section starting just south of Whirlaway Court to just north of La Senda Drive; 3. Banyan Street —from Carnelian Street to Archibald Avenue; 4. Beryl Street —from Banyan Street north to Wilson Avenue; and 5. Banyan Street from Sapphire Street west to the dead end (future Cucamonga Regional Trail Connection). The approved priorities from last year still appear relevant since these trail projects would provide important linkages by "filling gaps" in the existing trail system. After the Parks and Recreation Commission's action recommendations will be forwarded to the Planning Commission on March 10, 2003, and then subsequently to the City Council in April as part of the budget process. Trail projects are funded as Capital Improvement Projects. The Engineering Department will identify funding sources as part of the budget process. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed priorities. The recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission will be forwarded to the Planning Commission and City Council. Respectfully submitted, Brad Buller City Planner BB:LH\Is T H E C I T Y O F ,� . R^A N C H O C U C A M O N G A r, i � � • DATE: July 27, 2005 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Larry Henderson, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT BACKGROUND: The current membership of the Trails Committee is shown below. The Committee meets once a month, as needed, usually on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular Planning Commission meeting. Member Term Expires Appointment Richard Fletcher July 2005 Planning Commission (2003) Cristine McPhail July 2006 Planning Commission (2003) Patricia Carlson July 2006 Park &Recreation Commission (2001) Antonio Karraa July 2006 Park &Recreation Commission (2000) Brian Zupke July 2005 Bicycling Member at Large (2001) Laura Jarek July 2005 Equestrian Member at Large (2001) Pam Stewart July 2005 Alternate Planning Commission (1999) Martin Dickey July 2006 Alternate Park &Recreation Commission (2001) The appointments that expire this month are shown in bold in the above chart. Members Brian Zupke and Laura Jarek have expressed an interest in continuing to serve on the Committee. RECOMMENDATION: The Commission should now appoint members to serve to July 2008. Respectful) submitted, �� Bra u City Planner BB:LH:gs Item M I:\PLANNING\FINAL\PLiVGCOMM\Trails CCom 07-05.doc T H E C I T Y O F RANCHO CUCAMONGA Sty Report DATE: February 16, 2006 TO: Chair and Members of the Park and Recreation Commission FROM: Dan Coleman, Acting City Planner BY: Larry Henderson AICP, Principal Planner/Trails Coordinator SUBJECT: TRAIL PRIORITIES ANNUAL REVIEW BACKGROUND The last trail priorities list was reviewed in 2003. Since the list had five trail projects identified, the list is a multi -year plan. Two of the five items were completed (Items 1 and 5 of the priorities identified in the attached copy of the Planning Commission Staff Report dated February 26, 2003). The remaining three are contained in eight priorities currently prepared. ANALYSIS A. Trail Priorities: The City's Trails Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 sets forth trail improvement priorities which -are to be reviewed each year to adjust priority based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. The Alta Loma Riding Club (ALRC) has proposed eight Community Hiking and Riding Trail projects to be given funding priority, which are contained in the attached letter dated January 19, 2006. This year the City completed the Banyan Trails Improvements from Sapphire Street west to the end of Banyan Street. The ALRC list has been slightly modified in regards to technical descriptions (see italics) and is listed as follows with accompanying distance of the segmented noted (a map is attached for reference). Beryl Street, North of Banyan Street, up to Wilson Avenue (approximately 1,650.81 feet) - This trail section is on the east side of Beryl Street, at Banyan Street, extending north connecting with the completed trails in the Concordia Development of homes directly south of Wilson Avenue. Reasons for this recommendation are safety and the completion of the Beryl Avenue improvements. 2. Sapphire Street (west side) from Jennet Street, continuing north to Hillside Road (approximately 1,642.01 feet,) and a short section, from Whirlaway Street to La Senda Road (approximately 1,232.27 feet) -This is another high -use area. Staff PARK AND RECREATION STAFF REPORT -- - TRAIL PRIORITIES ANNUAL REVIEW February 16, 2006 - --- Page 2 notes that the first three homes north of Jennet Street have a trail but no PVC trail fence and inadequate water diverters, which have created ongoing maintenance and responsibility confusion for the first 300 feet of this section. This trail very unsafe and has ahigh-risk factor as riders are forced to ride on the concrete sidewalk or in the street. Either way, they risk slipping and/or falling. We also note that bike lanes have been added on Sapphire Street, between Jannet Street and Hillside Road, which poses another risk to those riding in the street. 3. Banyan Road between Carnelian Street and Archibald Avenue .(approximately 2,430.13 feet) —This incomplete trail runs on the north side of Banyan Street. At present, it is unimproved and leaving riders to ride in the street with traffic. This is a significant risk because of the amount and speed traffic in this area and the potential for horses to slip on the pavement. A continuing concern is that a delay in making this particular improvement may increase the problems of future implementation because of changes made by homeowners within the trail easement. We would note that this area is subject to more homeowner improvements as the trail easement is at the front of the properties. If delays are expected, we would recommend that lesser funding be use to educate/remind the residents that the easement exists in order to deter further homeowner improvements, and, hopefully, to lessen the future cost of trail improvements for this area. 4. Archibald Avenue (west side) from Hidden Farm Road to the trail north of Norbrook Drive (approximately 957.28 feet) —The ALRC reference to the section of trail south of Norbrook Drive to Hillside Avenue was deleted since the Toll Brothers Development is responsible for installing this section in the near future. The street is quite steep in this area which increases the chances of horses slipping; horses currently have to ride in the street at these locations. 5. Archibald Avenue (east and west sides) from Wilson Avenue south to Banyan Street (approximately 5,105.15 feet) —Safety is a concern for this area because of the highly speed of traffic on Archibald Avenue. PVC fencing would help to keep horses on the trail and out of the street and also provide a significant beautification to this high traveled section of Archibald Avenue. 6. Almond Street (south side) from Sapphire Street to Carnelian Street (approximately 2,651.61 feet) —This area may be fairly easy to improve as the area is somewhat clean, except for the locations where two major drainage structures are located, and the right -of --way is not currently available across the Kings Ranch property. PVC fencing would benefit the safety of the trail and beautify it as well. 7. Wilson Avenue (south side) from Hellman Avenue to the Alta Loma Channel (approximately 3,739.63 feet) -This area is somewhat of a safety concern for two reasons. First, traffic travels at a fast pace here. Second, the street is fairly narrow; therefore, horses are quite close to the traffic when on the trail area. Third, Omni Trans recently commenced bus service on this street. PVC fencing would improve the safety factor by providing a barrier between the horses and the. traffic. . PARK AND RECREATION STAFF REPORT TRAIL PRIORITIES ANNUAL REVIEW ---- -- __ February 16, 2006 Page 3 8. Carnelian Street (west side) from Wilson Avenue to Banyan Street. (approximately 1,991.13 feet) —Traffic travels quite fast on this street; therefore, improving it would increase the trail safety greatly. Staff concurs that all these locations would provide important .linkages by "filling gaps" in the existing trail network. The Trails Advisory Committee will meet on March 8, 2006, to consider the Park and Recreation and Commission recommendations for forwarding to the Planning Commission on March 22, 2006, and then subsequently to the City Council as a part of the City Engineer's budget recommendations. . FUNDING Trail projects are funded as Capital Improvement projects. The City Engineer has indicated that he will recommend the number one priority as listed (see attached copy of the a -mail dated February 1, 2006). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the proposed priorities. The recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission will be forwarded to the Trails Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, and City Co�neil� Dan Coleman . Acting City Planner DC:LH/ge Attachments: Exhibit A - 2006-2007 Community Trails Priorities Map Exhibit B - Alta Loma Riding Club Recommendations dated January 19, 2006 Exhibit C - City Engineer's E-mail to Larry Henderson dated February 1, 2006 Exhibit D - Planning Commission Staff Report dated February 26, 2003 ALTA LOMA RIDING CLUB .,,�� G�GPM�NG 19 January 2006 City of Rancho Cucamonga ATTN: Joe O'Neil, Engineering Department 10500 Civic Center Dr. Rancho Cucamonga, CA .91730 ��,� �` ,.. 3 � 2pp6 N JP. 'Q`PNN�NG �E��\V�� P.O. Box 116 Alta Loma, CA 91701 It is once again time for our annual submittal for trail improvement requests. We aze happy to note that our old list had gotten small due to the completion of several improvements in recent years. We were made aware of an old map plan for riding loops done years ago by the Planning Department. This map gave us good insight for areas that could be added to our list. Please note the first three listings are old requests that have been on the list for five or more years. The subsequent listings are new. 1. Beryl St., North of Banyan, up to Wilson —This trail starts on the east side of Beryl, at Banyan, crosses Beryl, at the South Side of Manzanita, to a concrete sidewalk with a storm drain. It then crosses Man7anita and proceeds up the west side of Beryl, connecting with the completed trails in the Concordia Development of homes. We have identified this as our first priority due to the extreme safety and risk factors at this location. The portion on the east side of Beryl, starting at Banyan is slightly elevated and has a retaining wall, of one to two feet in height, next to the street. Horses are often spooked by dogs and activities in the yazds adjacent to this trail. This poses an extreme risk to the riders, horses and oncoming traffic. Removal of rocks and the addition of decomposed granite would also increase the safety of the footing in both of these azeas. In addition, the double crossing at Manzanita and Beryl poses additional risk.* 2. Sapphire, from 5708 Sapphire continuing north to Hillside, and a short section from Whirlaway to La Senda —This trail near Jennet runs on the west side of the street, It is another high use area. This trail azea is very unsafe and has a high risk factor as riders are forced to ride on the concrete sidewalk or in the street. Either way, they risk slipping and/or falling. We also note that bike lanes have been added on Sapphire, between Jennet and Hillside, which poses another risk to those riding in the street. 3. Banyan, between Carnelian and Archibald —This incomplete trail runs on the north side of Banyan. At the present, it is unimproved, leaving riders to ride in the street with traffic.. This is a significant risk due to the amount and speed of traffic in this azea, and the potential for horses to slip on the pavement. A continuing concern is that a delay in making this particulaz improvement may increase the problems of future implementation due to changes made by homeowners, within the trail easement. We would note that this azea is subject to more homeowner improvements as the trail easement is at the front of the properties. If delays aze expected, we would recommend that lesser funding be used to educate/remind the residents that the easement exists, in order to deter further homeowner improvements and hopefully to lessen the future cost of trail improvements for this azea. 4. Archibald, (west side) from Hidden Farm to the trail north of Norbrook and from the trail south of Norbrook to Hillside —The street is quite steep in this area and increases the chances of horses slipping and horses currently have to ride in the street at these locations. 5. Archibald, east side from Hillside south to Banyan and west side from Wilson south to Banyan— Safety is a concern for this azea due to the high speed of traffic on Archibald. PVC fencing would help keep horses on the hail and out of the street. 6. Almond, (south side) from Sapphire to Carnelian — This area may be fairly easy to improve as the azea is fairly .clean. PVC fencing would benefit the safety of the trail and beautify it as well. 7. Wilson (south side) from Hellman to the Alta Loma Channel —This azea is somewhat of a safety concern for two reasons. First, traffic Navels at a fast pace here. Second, the street is fairly narrow; so horses aze quite close to traffic when on the trail area. PVC fencing would improve the safety factor by providing a barrier between horses and the traffic. 8. Carnelian (west side) from Wilson to Banyan — Traffic travels quite fast on this street, so improving it would increase the trail safety greatly. 'The Alta Loma Riding Club greatly appreciates the City's past trail improvements, and we look forward to future improvements and the benefit it has upon our community and neighborhoods. Thank you for your consideration of improvements to these locations. If you have any questions regarding these requests, please call me at (909) 945-3159. Cordially, �� � � Carol Douglass ALRC City Liaison P.O. Box 116 Alta Loma, CA 91701 cc: Larry Henderson, Principal Planner Page 1 of 2 Henderson, Larry From: O'Neil, Joe Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2006 6:15 PM To: Henderson, Larry Cc: Dyer, Jerry; Hackett, Cindy Subject: RE: Feb 16 Park and Recreation Agenda OK From: Henderson, Larry Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2006 4:05 PM To: O'Neil, Joe Subject: RE: Feb 16 Park and Recreation Agenda So the Beryl St. is the 06-07 Trail Improvement Budget item. With your consent I forward the ALRC letter and your a -mail through Park &Recreation and Trails Committee, for inclusion to the Council for the Budget request per the Implementation Plan. From: O'Neil, Joe Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2006 3:50 PM To: Henderson, Larry; Morales, Melissa Cc: Dyer, Jerry; Hackett, Cindy Subject: RE: Feb 16 Park and Recreation Agenda Larry,got the ALRC list and have budgeted their number one priority project for next year,that's all the funds we have. From: Henderson, Larry Sent: Wednesday, February O1, 2006 2:47 PM To: Morales, Melissa Cc: O'Neil, ]oe Subject: RE: Feb 16 Park and Recreation Agenda I have copied Joe O'Neil for this (TRA/LSPR/OBIT/ESANNUAL REV/EW) since the ALRC sent him their priority list a few days ago and I would .like his feed back before proceeding. The deadline for submittal is still February 8t"� From: Morales, Melissa Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2006 2:28 PM To: Henderson, Larry Subject: RE: Feb 16 Park and Recreation Agenda No. we did not have a staff report from last time. Also, just a reminder that the TRA/LS PR/OR/T/ES ANNUAL REV/EW is usually addressed at the February Park and Rec. Commission meeting. -----0riginal Message ----- From: Henderson, Larry Sent: Wednesday, February O1, 2006 1:33 PM 2/2/2006 T H E C I T Y O F RANCHO-CUCAMO.NGA Stiff rt DATE: February 26, 2003 TO: Chair and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Larry Henderson AICP, Principal PlannedTrails Coordinator SUBJECT: TRAILS IMPLEMENTATION PLAN ANNUAL 2003-2004 BUDGET REVIEW BACKGROUND: The City's Trail Implementation Plan, adopted in 1991, set forth Trail improvement priorities and called for annual review through the budget process. In 2002, the Planning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval of the Alta Loma Riding Club's top three Community Trail projects. The top priority for 2002-2003 was identified as Beryl Street, from Hillside Road to Almond Street. This section is currently under design by the Engineering Department staff, with completion expected by June 30, 2003. At the Trails Advisory Committee meeting on February 1.2, 2003, the Alta Loma Riding Club presented a letter, which supports the previous three trail improvement locations and adds two more for consideration. The Trails Advisory Committee recommends adding these two additional locations and this report has been adjusted accordingly. ANALYSIS: A. Trail Priorities: The City's Trails Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 sets forth trail improvement priorities which are to be reviewed each year to adjust priority based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. Last year, the Alta Loma Riding Club proposed four riding trail projects be given funding priority. None of trail improvements were funded (see Section B. Funding). The Alta Loma Riding Club has submitted an updated list of recommended priorities (see Exhibit "A" dated February 12, 2003). The Trail locations have not changed significantly, the top priority for 2002-2003 was identified as Beryl Street, from Hillside Road to Almond Street. This section is currently under design by the Engineering Department staff, with completion expected by June 30, 2003. The Trails Advisory Committee recommendation for 2003-2004 annual review established the following projects receive funding priority: 1. Beryl Street —from Hillside Road to Almond Street; ITEM M PLAN_ NINE COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAILS IMPLEMENTATION PLAN BUDGET REVIEW February 26, 2003 Page 2 2. Sapphire Street —from 5708 Sapphire Street north to Hillside Road, and a short section starting just south of Whirlaway Court to just north of La Senda Drive; 3. Banyan Street -from Carnelian Street to Archibald Avenue; 4. Beryl Street —from Banyan Street north to Wilson Avenue; and 5. Banyan Street from Sapphire Street west to the dead end (future Cucamonga Regional Trail Connection). The approved priorities from last year (1-3) still appear relevant since these Trail projects would provide important linkages by "filling gaps" in the existing Trail system. The additional locations (4-5) are also important and should be considered from a longer term planning perspective. The Park and Recreation Commission considered this item at their meeting on February 20, 2003. As of the writing of this report, the minutes were not available; therefore, a verbal update of the Commission's recommendations will be provided at your meeting.. Your recommendations, along with those of the Park and Recreation Commission and the Trails Advisory Committee, will be forwarded to the City Council in April as part of the budget process. Trail projects are funded as Capital Improvement Projects. The Engineering Department has indicated it would be premature to identify funding sources at this time since the budget process, is used to determine appropriate sources RECOMMENDATION: Staff and the Trails Advisory Committee recommends approval of the proposed priorities. The recommendation of the Planning Commission will be forwarded to the City Council. Respectfully submitted, Br ler City.Planner BB:LH:mlg Attachments: Exhibit "A" -Alta Loma Riding Club Recommendations T H E C I T Y O F ���,"_ RAN CfIO CU CAMONGt1 Staff Report DATE: � April 11, 2007 T0: Chair and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: James R. Troyer, AICP, Planning Director BY: Larry Henderson, AICP, Principal Planner/Trails Coordinator SUBJECT: TRAIL PRIORITIES ANNUAL REVIEW ANALYSIS: A. Trail Priorities: The City's Trails Implementation Plan adopted in 1991 sets forth trail improvement priorities, which are to be reviewed each year to adjust the priority based upon urgency, availability of funding, and revised cost estimates. The ALRC (Alta Loma Riding Club) has proposed a list of the Community Hiking and the Riding trail projects to be given funding priority that are contained in the attached letter dated February 14, 2007. This year the City should complete the Archibald Avenue T-rail Improvements from Banyan Street to Wilson Avenue. Staff concurs that all these locations would provide important linkages by "filling gaps" in the existing trail network. The Trails Advisory Committee (TAC) met on March 14, 2007, and staff reported orally on their action to the Parks and Recreation Commission March 15, 2007. The Parks and Recreation Commission concurred with the TAC and are therefore forwarding their recommendation to the Planning Commission on April 11, 2007, and then, subsequently, to the City Council as part of the City Engineer's Budget recommendations. TRAILS ADVISORY AND PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: On March 14, and March 15, 2007, respectively, the TAC and Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed this item, recommended approval as • previously described, and made the following additional comments and recommendations: The residential areas currently within the City are nearing build -out and the completion of the Trails System has not proceeded in a similar manner because of the back log of those uncompleted or nonexistent trails located within areas developed prior to the City's Incorporation. The City's current rate of construction is less -than an average of a 1/4 mile of the trail per year would mean the system would not be implemented for many years. Given the increase in traffic levels and the trail ITEM C PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAILS PRIORITIES ANNUAL REVIEW April 11, 2007 V Page 2 � _ , system needs, it is recommended that a policy be considered to increase the completion rates of these remaining trail gaps. � � : ` . --�--•- _�- - 2. Because of the traffic safety, grade condition,. -and high equestrian usage on - Sapphire Street, it is highly recommended that the remaining gaps in the Sapphire Street segments outlined in the ALRC letter be funded arid completed in 2007-2008 if at all possible. B. Funding: The Trail projects are generally funded as Capital Improvement Projects. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed priorities. The recommendation of the Planning Commission will be forwarded to the City Engineer, and City Council. Respectfully, R. Ja es R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director JRT:LH/rlc Attachments: Exhibit A —Alta Loma Riding Club Recommendations dated February 14, 2007. C-2 /. r ,� i • ALTA LOMA RIDING CLUB �. .. February 14, 2007• City of Rancho Cucamonga Attn: Joe O'Neil, City Engineer 10500 Civic Center Dr. Rancho Cucamonga, Ca 91730 Dear Mr. O'Neil: - The ALRC Board has reviewed our trail improvement list submitted Iasi year, and made updates. Some of the important factors we consider when evaluating trails that need improvement are level of use, safety and the proximity to .completed trail sections. The _ sections noted towards the top of the list are those that have been of longest concern to the ALRC. Those listed. later are those that have- been of mole recent concern. l . Beryl St., North of Banyan, up to Wilson —This trail starts on the east side of Beryl, at Banyan, crosses Beryl, at the South Side of Manzanita, to a concrete sidewalk with a storm drain. It then crosses 1vlanzanita and proceeds up the west side of Beryl, connecting with the completed trams in the Concordia - Development of homes. We have identified this as our first priority due to the extreme safety and risk factors at this location. The portion on the east side of Beryl, starting at Banyan is slightly elevated and has a retaining wall, of one to two feet in height, next to the street. Horses are often spooked by dogs and activities in the yards adjacent to this trail. This poses an extreme risk to the riders, horses and oncoming traffic. Removal of rocks and the addition of decomposed granite would also increase the safety of the footing in both of these areas. In addition, the double crossing at Manzanita and Beryl poses additional risk.* 2. Sapphire, from 57U8 Sapphire continuing north to Hillside; and a short section from Whirlaway to La Senda —This trail near Jennet runs on the west side of the street, It is another high use area. This trail area is very unsafe and has a high risk factor as riders are forced to ride on the concrete sidewalk or in the street. Either way, they risk slipping and/or falling. We also note that bike lanes have been added on Sapphire, between Jennet and Hillside, which poses another risk to those riding in the street. EXHIBIT A C-3 3. Banyan, between Carnelian and Archibald =This incomplete trail runs on ..the north. side of Banyan. At the present, it is unimproved; leaving riders to ride in the street with traffic. This is a significant risk due to the amount and speed of traffic in this area, and the potential for horses>to slip: on the pavement. A continuing concern is that a delay in making this particular improvement may increase the problems of future implementation due to char_ ges made by homeowners, within the trail easement. We would note that this area is subject to more homeowner improvements as the trail easement is at the front of the properties. If delays are expected, we would recommend that lesser funding be used to educate/remind the residents that the easement exists, in order to deter further homeowner improvements and hopefully to lessen the future cost of trail improvements for this area. 4. Archibald, (west side) from Hidden Farm to the trail north of l�lorbrook and from the trail south of Norbrook to (Hillside — TYie street is quite steep in this area and increases the chances of horses slipping and horses currently have to ride in the street. at these locations. 5. ,Almond, (south side) from Sapphire to Carnelian — This area may be fairly easy to improve as the area is fairly clean. PVC fencing would benefit the safety of the trail and beautify it as well. 6. Wilson (south side) from Hellman to the first trail east of Zapata —This area is somewhat of a safety concern for two reasons. first, traffic travels at a fast pace here. Second, the street is fairly narrow, so horses are quite close to traffic when on the trail area. PVC fencing would improve the safety factor by providing a barrier between horses and the traffic. 7. Carnelian (west side) from Wilson to Banyan — Traffic travels quite fast on this street, so improving it would increase the trail safety greatly. 8. Hillside (south side) From Amethyst to the first trail east of Eastwood — This part of Hillside will have more emergency traffic when Fire Station # 177 is built. Horses currently have to ride in the street in this area. This trail will be greatly needed for safe equestrian passage after the fire station is built. C-4 Trail connections are being made often on the east end of Rancho Cucamonga, as developments are built with trail connections. The west end of the City lacks these connections as most of this area was built before the City was incorporated. They are an important part of the heritage of the community, add to the value of neighboring properties and provide safe recreational opportunities, for. pedestrians and equestrians. . As always, the Alta Loma Riding, Club greatly appreciates the City's dedication to the '��•�' •� `� continued improvements of these trails. �;. _, ,; • Sincerely, Carol Douglass ALRC City Liaison • cc: City Council • Larry Henderson, Principal Planner C-5 i T H E C I T Y O F RANCHO C U C A M O N G A r. � - • • DATE: July 23, 2008 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: James R. Troyer, AICP BY: Larry Henderson, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT BACKGROUND: The current membership of the Trails Committee is shown below. The Committee meets once a month, as needed, usually on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular Planning Commission meeting. Member Term Expires Appointment Richard Fletcher July 2008 Planning Commission Lou Munoz July 2010 Planning Commission Vacant July 2006 Park &Recreation Commission Antonio Karraa June 2009 Park &Recreation Commission Vacant none Bicycling Member at Large (2001) Carol Douglas July 2008 Equestrian Member at Large Pam Stewart July 2008 Alternate Planning Commission Martin Dickey August 2008 Alternate Park &Recreation Commission The appointments that expire this month are shown in bold in the above chart. Carol Douglas is willing to continue to serve on the Committee. RECOMMENDATION: The Commission should now appoint members to serve to July 2011. Respectfully submitted, James R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director JRT: LH/ge T H E C I T Y O F RANCHO CUCAMONGA r r. � � � • DATE April 23, 2003 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Larry Henderson, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS BACKGROUND: With the resignation of Commissioners Tolstoy and Mannerino, the Commission needs to appoint a new member and an alternate to the Trails Committee for the balance of their terms. The Committee meets once a month, as needed, usually on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular Planning Commission meeting. The member term expires in July 2004 and the current altemate term expires in July 2003, but that expiration date could be extended to July 2004. CURRENT MEMBERSHIP: For your information, the current Trails Advisory Committee appointments are as follows: Member Term Expires Appointment Pamela Stewart July 2003 Planning Commission (1999) Peter Tolstoy July 2004 Planning Commission (1986) Patricia Carlson July 2004 Park 8� Recreation Commission (2000) James Clopton July 2003 Park &Recreation Commission (2001) Tim Mitchell July 2003 Bicycling Member at Large (2001) Laura Jarek July 2003 Equestrian Member at Large (2001) John Mannerino July 2003 Alternate Planning Commission (1999) Martin Dickey July 2004 Alternate Park &Recreation Commission (2000) Brian Zupke July 2003 Alternate Bicycling Member at Large (2001) Respectfully submitted, ,� Brad �uller City Planner BB:GS:gs ITEM G RANCHO CUCAMONGA r. � � � • DATE July 9, 2003 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller, City Planner BY: Larry Henderson, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS BACKGROUND: On April 23, 2003, the Planning Commission appointed Commissioner McPhail to fill the unexpired term of Peter Tolstoy as a Trails Committee representative and Richard Fletcher to fill the unexpired term of John Mannerino as an alternate. The Committee meets once a month, as needed, usually on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular Planning Commission meeting. Commissioner Fletcher's term expires in July 2003. The Commission should now appoint a member to serve as the alternate. The new term will expire in July 2005. CURRENT MEMBERSHIP: For your information, the cun-ent Trails Advisory Committee appointments are as follows: Member Term Expires Appointment Pamela Stewart July 2003 Planning Commission (1999) Cristine McPhail July 2004 Planning Commission (2003) Patricia Carlson July 2004 Park &Recreation Commission (2000) Martin Dickey July 2005 Park &Recreation Commission (2001) Tim Mitchell July 2003 Bicycling Member at Large (2001) Laura Jarek July 2003 Equestrian Member at Large (2001) Richard Fletcher July 2003 Alternate Planning Commission (2003) Vacant July 2004 Alternate Park &Recreation Commission (2000) Brian Zupke July 2003 Alternate Bicycling Member at Large (2001) Respectfully s Planner ITEM "G" fir. � ��e DATE: July 14, 2004 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Brad Buller; City Planner BY: Larry Henderson, Principal Planner SUBJECT: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT BACKGROUND: The current membership of the Trails Committee is shown below. The Committee meets once a month, as needed, usually on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. preceding the regular Planning Commission meeting. Member Term Expires Appointment Richard Fletcher July 2005 Planning Commission (2003) Cristine McPhail July 2004 Planning Commission (2003) Patricia Carlson July 2006 Park &Recreation Commission (2001) Antonio Karraa July 2006 Park &Recreation Commission (2000) Brian Zupke July 2005 Bicycling Member at Large (2001) Laura Jarek July 2005 Equestrian Member at Large (2001) Pam Stewart July 2005 Alternate Planning Commission (1999) Martin Dickey July 2006 Alternate Park &Recreation Commission (2001) Commissioner McPhail's appointment expires this month. RECOMMENDATION: The Commission should now appoint a member to serve to July 2006. Respectfully submitted, Brad r 'City Planner .,� BB:LH:gs ITEM N ;, y, , .�. ;:. . STAFF REPORT PL.�NNING DEP�-1RTMENT DATE: October 28, 2009 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: James R. Troyer, AICP, Planning Director BY: Larry Henderson AICP, Principal Planner SUBJECT: REPORT ON POSSIBLE NEW TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE POSITIONS BACKGROUND: In 1981, following the adoption. of the General Plan Trails Element, the Planning Commission appointed a subcommittee to advise the Commission on Trail matters. The Commission also adopted administrative regulations to govern the Committee. These regulations, establish membership and responsibilities and general rules of order. From time to time, these rules have been amended by resolution of the Planning Commission to reflect changes to the Committee. The current composition of the Trails Advisory Committee (TAC) is two (2) Planning Commissioners with an alternate, two (2) Parks and Recreation Commissioners with an alternate, two (2) members at large consisting of one (1) equestrian member and one (1) bike member with a bike alternate as added at the August 12, 2009, meeting. The Members at Large are appointed by the Planning Commission. The Trails Coordinator (Planning Director or his designee) is anon -voting member of the Committee and is responsible for chairing the meetings. At the Planning Commission meeting on August 12, 2009, the minutes reflect that, "Commissioner Stewart remarked how good all the candidates were and that they learned a great deal during the candidate interviews. She mentioned that new positions should be considered such as a member to represent ADA concerns and another that would be articulate in environmental concerns ("green seat"). She suggested that staff research the possibilities and bring a report back to the Commission." ANALYSIS: In evaluating Commissioner Stewart's request, staff contacted both the Engineering and Community Services Department and received the following response: ADA compliance and implementation for recreation facilities including trails is the responsibility of the City Park Planner (Karen McGuire —Emery) and this is accomplished by reviewing construction plans and field conditions for all applicable requirements. 2.. The Community Services Department provides additional input on ADA issues through their Senior Advisory Committee. 3. Environmental (Green Seat) issues are a shared responsibility by all departments, Commissions, and Committees throughout the City, and at this time, would be better approached on an existing comprehensive basis. . Item F t PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE POSITIONS REQUEST October 28, 2009 Page 2 4. Increasing. the size of the TAC from 7 to 8 or 9 (not including alternates) will be more problematic from a logistics and cost standpoint. In addition, it would make it more difficult to attain a quorum for meetings. RECOMMENDATION:. Staff recommends Approval of the attached Resolution to amend the Administrative Regulations to reflect the addition of an alternate general (bike) representative as approved by the Planning Commission at their August 12, 2009 Meeting. . Respectfully submitted, R- Jam R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director JRT:LH/ge Attachments: Draft Resolution of Approval for�Amendment of the Administrative Regulations F-2 RESOLUTION NO. A.RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF �. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING THE ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS OF THE TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE. i ' WHEREAS, the City's General Plan establishes an extensive network �of hiking, biking, and horse riding trails as'a recreational element, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has appointed a working subcommittee to advise them on trail issues, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds it desirable to modify the regulations governing this sub -committee. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED; that the Planning Commission does hereby adopt the following administrative regulations for the Trails Advisory Committee: SECTION 1: PURPOSES A. The purpose of the Trails Advisory Committee (TAC) shall be to assist the Planning Commission in implementing the trails system as envisioned by the City's General' Plan. Therefore, the Trails Advisory Committee shall have the following duties, responsibilities, and functions: 1. To review and make recommendations to the Planning Commission with regard to trail locations and the application of trail design standard for development proposals (i.e. tentative maps, specific plans, parks) within the City and Sphere -of -Influence, including, but not limited to, the Equestrian Overlay District., 2. To review and make recommendations to the Commission regarding trail design standards. 3. To assess the present and future need for trails and recommend to the Planning Commission plans and priorities for the development of trails and related facilities. SECTION 2: COMPOSITION AND APPOINTMENT A. The Trails Advisory Committee shall consist of six (6) members. Two shall be members of the Planning Commission, plus an alternate, as selected by the Planning Commission. Two shall be members of the Park and Recreation Commission, plus an alternate, as selected by the Park and Recreation Commission. One shall be a Member -at -Large, who shall be a representative of the equestrian community, appointed by the Planning Commission. One, plus an alternate, shall be aMember-at=Large, who shall be a representative of the bicycling community, also appointed by the Planning Commission. F=3 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULATIONS October 28, 2009 Page 2 SECTION 3: TERMS OF APPOINTMENT All terms shall be twenty-four (24) months and shall be staggered twelve months apart to maintain continuity. Any member of the Committee may be removed at any time by the appointing body. SECTION 4: APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN The Trails Coordinator (Planning Director) or his designated representative shall serve as the non -voting Chairman of the Trails Advisory Committee. SECTION 5:� STAFF � Representation at the Trails Advisory Committee meetings shall include, but not be limited to,. representatives of the Planning Department, Engineering Department, Building and Safety Department, and Community Services Department. The Planning Department shall have primary responsibility for agenda preparation and general administration for the Trails Advisory Committee. SECTION 6: MEETINGS AND RULES A. Meetings —The Trails Advisory Committee shall meet once a month or on special occasion as needed. The TAC shall establish the time and place of such meeting. The Chairman shall distribute an agenda for TAC meetings. At least three days notice is required for meetings. B. Quorum — A quorum shall be four (4) members present. C. Voting 1. Every official action taken by the Committee shall be adopted by a majority of the Committee or quorum, present. 2. In the event of a tie vote on any matter, the action shall be forwarded to the Planning Commission with no recommendation. 3. In the event any member votes in the minority on any item, it shall be the policy that such member state the reason for the minority so that said reason may be recorded in the minutes. F-4 Chairman Fletcher noted that most of the concerns Commissioner. Stewart referred to are mentioned in the Initial Study. He recommended that everything in the Initial Study should be included in the Draft EIR. He added that the letter from the Department of Fish .and Game recommended that a plan for the entire parcel be prepared, not just the area where development is proposed now,. that it should be assumed there would be future development on the remaining acreage as well.. He strongly suggested that this be considered. Chairman Fletcher called for a short recess at 9:30 p.m. and called the meeting back to order at 9:35 p.m. NEW BUSINESS �D`!� SELECTION OF TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER AT LARGE Larry Henderson presented the staff report and noted that the correct term for the Committee members is 2 years, not 3 as indicated in the staff report. He recommended the appointment of Don Yoder and also to create a new Alternate position for Tom Tisler as selected by the Trails Advisory Committee. Commissioner Stewart remarked how good all the candidates were and that they learned a great deal during the candidate interviews. She mentioned that new positions should be considered such as a member to represent ADA concerns and another that would be articulate in environmental concerns ("green seat"). She suggested that staff research the possibilities and bring a report back to the Commission. Commissioner Howdyshell concurred that the candidates were very informative. She mentioned that the ADA candidate uses her electric cart on the trails. James Troyer, Planning Director, stated staff would review this and come back to the Commission with a report. Vice Chairman Munoz confirmed that it is a two year appointment. Chairman Fletcher noted they were good candidates and said they should consider including more representatives of various interests of the community and that their involvement would be great. Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by Howdyshell, to accept the recommendation to select Don Yoder as the member -at -large to represent the bicycling community and to create a new alternate position for Tom Tisler. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, MUNOZ, STEWART, WIMBERLY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE -carried DIRECTOR'S REPORTS E. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS TO PLANNING COMMISSION James Troyer, Planning Director, gave the staff report and asked the Commission for direction. Commissioner Stewart stated she had asked for what they (the Commission) would like to see in a staff report, but that she is okay with not always having a recommendation. Planning Commission Minutes -8- August 12, 2009 Chairman Fletcher noted that most of the concerns Commissioner Stewart referred to are mentioned in the Initial Study. He recommended that everything in the Initial Study should be included in the Draft EIR. He added that the letter from the Department of Fish and Game recommended that a plan for the entire parcel be prepared, notjust the area where development is proposed now, that it should be assumed there would be future development on the remaining acreage as well. He strongly suggested that this be considered. Chairman Fletcher called for a short recess at 9:30 p.m. and called the meeting back to order at 9:35 p.m. �. � . NEW BUSINESS D. SELECTION OF TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER AT LARGE Larry Henderson presented the staff report and noted that the correct term for the Committee members is 2 years, not 3 as indicated in the staff report. He recommended the appointment of Don Yoder and also to create a new Alternate position for Tom Tisler as selected by the Trails Advisory Committee. Commissioner Stewart remarked how good all the candidates were and that they learned a great deal during the candidate interviews. She mentioned that new positions should'be considered such as a member to represent ADA concerns and another that would be articulate in environmental concerns ("green seat"). She suggested that staff research the possibilities and bring a report back to the Commission. Commissioner Howdyshell concurred that the candidates were very informative. She mentioned that the ADA candidate uses her electric carton the trails. James Troyer, Planning Director, stated staff would review this and come back to the Commission with a report. Vice Chairman Munoz confirmed that it is a two year appointment. Chairman Fletcher noted�they were good candidates and said they should consider including more representatives of various interests of the community and that their involvement would be great. Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by Howdyshell, to accept the recommendation to select Don Yoder as the member -at -large to represent the bicycling community and to create a new alternate position for Tom Tisler. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, MUNOZ, STEWART, WIMBERLY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE -carried DIRECTOR'S REPORTS E. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS TO PLANNING COMMISSION James Troyer, Planning Director, gave the staff report and asked the Commission for direction. Commissioner Stewart stated she had asked for what they (the Commission) would -like to see in a staff report, but that she is okay with not always having a recommendation. Planning Commission Minutes -8- � August 12, 2009 STAFF REPORT PL��NNING DEPr1RTMENT Date: January 13, 2010 To: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission . From: James R. Troyer, AICP, Planning Director By: Lois J. Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary Subject: DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE AND TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS BACKGROUND: December 31, 2009 marked the official retirement of Commissioner Stewart. Tentatively, a new Commissioner will be selected by the City Council near the end of January. Commissioner Stewart served as a long standing member of the Design Review Committee (DRC) along with Commissioner Munoz. Commissioner Wimberly has been serving as Alternate and regularly attends the DRC meetings to observe and participate when a standing member is absent. Additionally, Commissioner Stewart served as an Alternate on the Trails Advisory Committee. Although the Trails Advisory Committee does not have a current vacancy other than the Alternate position previously held by Commissioner Stewart, the Commission could also discuss the current Planning Commission membership of the Trails Advisory Committee. The current Commission has the option to change its membership or revisit those positions before or after the new Commissioner is installed. RECOMMENDATION: In light of the current vacancy on the Commission, staff suggests the Commission discuss, and if they feel it appropriate, officially appoint a replacement for Commissioner Stewart's post on the Design Review Committee as well as consider an Alternate. Staff also recommends the Commission discuss the Trails Advisory Committee membership, consider their options and the current membership, and if they feel it appropriate, select a new Alternate. In either case of both committees, the Commission could make their membership selections now or choose to revisit the selection and membership until after the new Commissioner is appointed. Respectfully submitted, James R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director J RT/LS STAFF REPORT PLc1NNING DEPr�RTMENT Date: February 24, 2010 To: Chairman. and Members of the Planning Commission From: 'James R. Troyer, AICP, Planning Director By: Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary Subject: SELECTION OF TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ALTERNATE BACKGROUND: On December 31, 2009, Commissioner Pam Stewart officially retired. In addition to serving on the Design Review Committee (DRC), she also served as Alternate on the Trails Advisory Committee (TAC). The Commission discussed their DRC appointments and the open seat on the TAC at their meeting of January 13, 2010. Following their discussion, they unanimously decided to postpone filling the Alternate seat on the TAC until the new commissioner was in place so that he/she could participate in the discussion. Therefore, the seat has remained vacant since that time. Following the interview and appointment process, the City Clerk swore in our new Commissioner, Francisco Oaxaca, on February 3, 2010. RECOMMENDATION: It would now seem appropriate for the Commission to discuss the vacancy and select a member to fill the open Alternate seat on the TAC. The term of service is two years. Respectfully submitted, James R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director JRT/Is STAFF REPORT PLANNING DEPARTMENT Date: February 22, 2012 To: � Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: � James R. Troyer, AICP, Planning Director By: Larry Henderson AICP, Principal Planner (Trails Coordinator) Subject: TRAIL PRIORITIES ANNUAL REVIEW BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS On January 11, 2012 the Trails Advisory Committee (TAC) met and considered the Engineering Department recommendations relative to the 2012-2013 Trails Priorities Review. Based on the TAC recommendation, Planning and Engineering Staff proposed ..the following trails priorities. Additionally, and following the production of this report, the priorities were also presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission on February 16, 2012 for their approval. Tonight's presentation will include any new information or recommendations received from the Parks and Recreation Commission. The action taken tonight by the Planning Commission will then be forwarded to the City Engineer to be incorporated into -his annual budget recommendations to the City Council. FY 2012/2013 1. Haven Avenue from Wilson Avenue to Vivienda Street —Complete the missing links for the trail on the west side and continue the existing trail on Haven Avenue south of Wilson. Note, the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Wilson Avenue is undeveloped and the trail along that portion of Haven Avenue would be constructed upon development. FY 2013/2014 2. Archibald Avenue from Norbrook Drive to Hidden Farm Road —Install the trail on the west side and continue the existing trail on Archibald Avenue. FY 2014/2015 3. Banyan Street from Carnelian Street to Beryl Street —Install the trail on the north side and continue the Banyan Street tr--ail from Beryl Street to Archibald Avenue and link to the proposed Carnelian Street trail from Banyan Street to Wilson Avenue listed below. FY 2015/2016 4. Carnelian Street from Banyan Street to Wilson Avenue —Install the trail on the west side and continue the Banyan Street trail above and link to the existing Wilson Avenue trail. FY 2016/2017 5. Banyan Street from Sapphire Street to Carnelian Street —Install the trail on the north side and continue the Banyan Street trail above and link to the existing trail on Banyan Street from Sapphire Street west. ITEM A TRAIL PRIORITIES ANNUAL REVIEW February 22, 2012 Page 2 All of the above is dependent on available funding. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve the trail priorities for Fiscal Year 2012/2013 through 2016/2017 to be forwarded to Engineering Services to be incorporated into the City Engineer's annual budget recommendations. Respectfully submitted, d` Ja s R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director J RT/LJ H/Is C: Mark A. Steuer, Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer A-2 THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP AGENDA G'UCAMONGA FEBRUARY 22, 2012 - 7:00 PM Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center Rains Room 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California I. CALL TO ORDER Roll Call Chairman Munoz_ Vice Chairman Howdyshell Fletcher _ Wimberly_ Oaxaca II II. NEW BUSINESS II A. WORKSHOP ON THE REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTS II III. PUBLIC COMMENT II This is the time and place for the general public to address the commission. Items to be discussed here are those that do not already appear on this agenda. �� IV. ADJOURNMENT �� The Planning Commission has adopted Administrative Regulations that set an 11:00 p. m. adjournment time. If items go beyond that time, they shall be heard only with the consent of the Commission. 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 February 16, 2012, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. If you need special assistance or accommodations to participate in this meeting, please contact the Planning Department at (909) 477-2750. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired. Vicinity Map Planning Commission Workshop February 22, 2012 �___�--,�___�__.______.______ ,I ______ ___.__ __,_ _ ___ _.,_.,_. __ __._.._______. w - �-�- I ®,i �1 19th St Base Line =oothil Arrow The Planning Commission Workshop � Meeting Location: City Hall will be a Review of Environmental Documents 10500 Civic Center Drive L I� 1R IZ THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA �ANCHO �'UCAMONGA FEBRUARY 22, 2012 - 7:00 PM Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center Council Chambers 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California I. CALL To :ORDER � Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Chairman Munoz _ Vice Chairman Howdyshell _ Fletcher _ Wimberly _ Oaxaca _ . II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 8, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes I� III. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS II A. UPDATE TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGARDING MAINTENANCE STATUS OF THE HISTORIC COUR HOUSE, LOCATED AT 7567 ETIWANDA AVENUE B. UPDATE TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGARDING THE STATUS OF WINE CONVEYOR BELT AT THE THOMAS WINERY BUILDING, LOCATED AT 8916 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD -ORAL REPORT II IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS II This is the time and place for the general public to address the commission. Items to be discussed here are those that do not already appear on this agenda. II V. COMMISSION BUSINESS/COMMENTS II HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO FEBRUARY 22, 2012 CUCAMONGA Page 2 �� VI. 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 February 16, 2012, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. BBC „�.r---� Please turn off all cellular phones and pagers while the meeting is in session. Copies of the Planning Commission agendas and minutes can be found at http://www.CityofRC.us If you need special assistance or accommodations to participate in this meeting, please contact the Planning Department at (909) 477-2750. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired. 00 O S y � �® Grove — fD � �.�_ �______ �.. � ...� �' ..r i Carneli n j Vin n a � � I � '�-r ��'� el man � � I Hellm j Archi al Archib d ___ � O �� � --- /�� � V �■■F� Herm sa Hermo ► r _' � O Have . Haven i ! � � � � ■ one i �■ o=� m � o � � c Millik n � Milli en—__—__j � ■ � � i � Ro he ter j i ? Da Creek ► � i F_tiwan a i � i 0 � � � _ East i...._.._ _.._.. „ n � i i i � � O � � o � S � j n 3 N <D • 1 r � — i i z i �.� CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting February 8, 2012 Chairman Munoz called the Regular Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Historic Preservation Commission to order at 7:OOp.m. The meeting was held in the Council Chambers at Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman Munoz then led in the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Richard Fletcher, Frances Howdyshell, Lou Munoz, Francisco Oaxaca, ABSENT: Ray Wimberly; Frances Howdyshell STAFF PRESENT: Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney; Larry Henderson, Principal Planner; Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer; Mayuko Nakajima, Assistant Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Tabe Van der Zwaag, Associate Planner APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: Moved by Oaxaca, seconded by Fletcher carried 3-0-2 (Howdyshell, Wimberly absent), to approve the minutes of January 25, 2012. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS A. UPDATE ON THE CONDITION OF THE HISTORIC COUR HOUSE, LOCATED AT 7567 ETIWANDA AVENUE Mayuko Nakjima, Assistant Planner gave the staff report. Commissioner Fletcher asked about how the fire in the house may have started and some history about the house itself. Ms. Nakajima stated it is assumed the fire was started by vandals and she did not have the actual history of the structure with her this evening. Larry Henderson, Principal Planner reported that the history of the house is detailed in the information put out by the Etiwanda Historical Society. He said if the Commissioner desires it, staff can request the report about the fire from the Fire Department. He asked Ms. Nakajima if currently there is an abatement proceeding. Ms. Nakajima said she believed the house is structurally sound. Mr. Henderson said that because there is a tarp on the roof, it `may indicate the roof is leaking and therefore unsound. He reported that staff can send a letter to the insurance company with respect to the need for specific repairs. Commissioner Fletcher asked if we have contacted the insurance company and what was their response thus far. Ms. Nakajima said she has spoken to them and they have said they would replace the roof in kind; she said she believes it is a composition roof. Chairman Munoz asked what is being done from an enforcement perspective. Ms. Nakajima said Code Enforcement has sent notices and made contact with the owners. She said she is currently unaware of any specific timeframes. So far the owners have secured the property. Chairman Munoz asked how the windows were secured. Ms. Nakajima said they have been boarded up. Chairman Munoz asked for a report at the next meeting giving the status of what is being done. He said the property is in shameful condition and it would appear the owner apparently does not care that it is an historic home as it is falling apart after a fire and is open to the elements. He said it appears to be neglect on the owner's part. He said we need to be proactive on this house because not long ago it was a very nice home on that corner and an icon for the area. He said the new owner may not be aware of their responsibilities. He asked if staff could request an abatement order. Mr Henderson said staff can give them the steps to take in the form of a letter, provide them a schedule from the insurance company and see what timeframes may have been given to them from Code Enforcement. Commissioner Oaxaca expressed concern about the significant fire damage and remarked that this should activate the new HPC Ordinance. He asked if staff is aware of their plans for the structure. Ms. Nakajima said the owners have said they are unsure about their plans. Commissioner Oaxaca asked if it is on a'residential size parcel or if it is part of the adjacent larger parcel. Ms. Nakajima said it is on a small parcel as there is another owner that has the larger parcel. Commissioner Fletcher asked what the roof material is. He noted that if it is shake, they would not be permitted to, repair more than 10% of the existing with shake material. He said staffs letter should instruct them that the roof repair should be done before more damage occurs and that the doors and windows should be replaced and the property/site cleaned up. PUBLIC COMMENTS Luana Hernandez 6797 Hellman Avenue stated she is disappointed we let this home go. She said when there are complaints it is a shame the City is not more aggressive with the property owner. She said nevr historic home owners are not aware of the do's and don'ts. She said the City needs to be more forceful with owners that neglect their property. HPC Minutes -2- February 8, 2012 i COMMISSION BUSINESS AND COMMENTS Commissioner Fletcher announced the State of the City address and luncheon at Etiwanda Gardens starting at 11:30 a.m. on February 15th. He said the Mayor will be speaking. He said anyone may attend and they can call the Chamber of Commerce for tickets at (909) 987-1012. Commissioner Oaxaca recalled the discussion regarding the Thomas Winery building. He said he would like an update report for the next meeting. Commissioner Fletcher agreed that it would be nice to hear what happens with that. Larry Henderson, Principal Planner, stated that when the applications for the Conditional Use Permit and Entertainment Permit are deemed complete, they will be scheduled for Committee and then will be brought forward to the Commission for review. Commissioner Oaxaca noted that he is aware of someone that could assist with the move of the conveyor and that he brought this to the Planning Director's attention. Chairman Munoz agreed that he would like a report at the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT Motion: Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Oaxaca, carried 3-0-2 (Howdyshell, Wimberly absent), to adjourn. The Historic Preservation Commission adjourned at 7:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted, James R. Troyer, AICP Secretary Approved: HPC Minutes -3- February 8, 2012 G'�' STAFF 1�PORT PLriNNING DEPr1RTMENT Date: February 22, 2011 To: Chairman and Members of the Historic Preservation Commission From: James R. Troyer, AICP, Planning Director By: Mayuko Nakajima, Assistant Planner l �ANCHO C,'UCAMONGA Subject: UPDATE TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGARDING MAINTENANCE STATUS OF THE HISTORIC COUR HOUSE, LOCATED AT 7567 _ETIWANDA AVENUE BACKGROUND: At the last Historic Preservation Commission meeting, the Commission requested that staff bring another update report regarding the maintenance status of the historic Cour House. UPDATE: Code Enforcement Code Enforcement issued the first notice on January 18, 2012 and gave the property owner until February 12, 2012, to address the following issues: • Secure the structure Fix and replace the front door and windows • Paint the exterior of the structure Work with the Building and Safety Services Department to obtain permits for the damaged roof • Maintain the landscaping with weed abatement, irrigation and install new landscaping if deemed necessary On February 13, 2012, Code Enforcement went out to inspect the property. The property is secured with plywood except for an access point to the crawl space. Code Enforcement will be sending the property owner a second notice within three weeks to comply with the remaining issues. Because the ongoing investigation status, Code Enforcement was not able to give us a copy of the letter at this time. Planning Planning staff sent a letter to the property owners on February 14, 2012, regarding the historic preservation issues that need immediate attention. The following items were mentioned in the letter: • Roof needs to be fixed with in -kind material i.e., composition shingle. Paint is in poor condition and needs to be addressed to prevent further deterioration. Fix all broken windows and doors with in -kind material. Any major changes to existing window/door type may be subject to Historic Preservation Commission review. The property owners have been asked to comply by March 31, 2012. The letter is attached as Exhibit A. ITEM A HISTORIC PRESERVATION STAFF REPORT UPDATE ON THE HISTORIC COUR HOUSE February 22, 2011 Page 2 Fire Department Staff obtained a report from the Fire Department regarding the fire that occurred on December 24, 2011 at approximately 6:30 p.m. The fire started in the attic and most indications point to a problem with one of the attic fans failing or the fan motor overheating. The Fire Department report is attached as Exhibit B. The Fire Department requested that the property owner work with the Building and Safety Services Department to obtain the necessary permits to repair the roof. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Historic Preservation Commission receive the staff report and file for future reference. Respectfully submitted, 12- Jam. R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director JRT:MN\Is Attachment: Exhibit A —Letter dated February 14, 2012 Exhibit B —Fire Department Report dated Monday 26, 2011 A-2 ' \ ,l � �(—� � _�, ANCHO �`tJCAIvIONGA February 14, 2012 George and Lourdes Manzo 5271 Monte Verde Montclair, CA 91763 /littyor-�,. )]ENNIS MICHnEL • 119�xyorPrnT:rn SAIvf �1'Ai=NOLO Cnzrr2czl ll�%emlierc �11LLIAM }. ALEXANDEP., CHUCK �iJQUET, DIANE �1LLIAMS (,�i�� /l�ianagcr iOHN IZ. Ci1LLISON ��� ��� ®1" HriAN�HQ ��IC�I�Id�t� SUBJECT: HISTORIC PROPERTY AT 7567 ETIWANDA AVENUE (COUR HOUSE) Dear Mr. and Mrs. Manzo: This letter serves as a notice regarding the property located at 7567 Etiwanda Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, California, 91739. This property is a designated local historic landmark, also known as the Cour House. The City of Rancho Cucamonga adopted a new Historic Preservation Ordinance on July 6, 2011. Pursuant to the new ordinance, Section 2.24.010 (Maintenance of Historic Landmarks and Contributing Resources), a property owner is required to "keep in good repair all exterior portions thereof, all interior portions thereof regu{ated by the applicable designation statement or adopted conservation plan, and all interior portions thereof whose maintenance is necessary to prevent deterioration and decay of any exterior architectural feature." The complete section from the ordinance is attached to this letter. Based on a recent inspection of your property, staff observed the following that needs immediate attention: Ceilings, roofs, roof supports, or other horizontal members that sag, split, buckle, or are otherwise failing due to defective materials or deterioration —Fix damaged roof with in -kind material only. 2. Defective or insufficient weather protection for exterior wall coverings, including lack of paint, or weathering due to lack of paint or other protective covering —Paint is in poor condition; this needs to be addressed to prevent further deterioration. 3. Deteriorated or ineffective waterproofing of exterior walls, roofs, foundations or floors; including, but not limited to broken windows and doors —Fix all broken windows and doors with in -kind material. Any major changes to existing window/door type maybe subject to Historic Preservation Commission review. If the structure is not brought into compliance by March 31, 2012, further action may result. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is interested in working with you to preserve this historic structure. Please contact May Nakajima, Assistant Planner, at (909) 477-2750, with any questions or concerns. Sincerely, PLANNING DEPARTMENT /` ���.�� 1 c�� � Ja � es R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director JRT:MN/msa �XHI�i� A 0>00 Civic Cenrer Dr. • 1?U. IIox S07 •Rancho Cucamonga, C�t �3729-0b07 •Tel. (909) 477-2; Incident Report 2011-1112101 -000 Rancho Cucamonga FPD (Live) Narratives Narrative Name 2150 Narrative Type 2150 Narrative Date 11:12:33 Monday, December 26, 201 l Author O1377 - Berch, David Author Rank ENG Author Assignment � 1 Narrative Text 2150 responded with a full assignment to a reported structure fire at 7567 Etiwanda Ave. Upon arrival, ] 73 gave a size up detailing a two story single family residence with fire showing from the Delta side of the building. 173 passed command and assumed interior with the objective to locate and extinguish the fire. 2150 was on scene with 173 at their time of arrival and assisted with forceable entry and hose progression. 173 obtained quick knock down of the' fire. 2150 was able to start investigating the fire scene prior to salvage and overhaul. Area of origin investigative efforts were focused on the attic space of the house. The attic was rectangle in shape with the length running north and south and the width running east and west. The attic was clean and appeared to be well maintained, Items found within the attic consisted of air conditioning units, air ducting, electrical conduit, lighting fixtures, insulation and two (2) gable attic fan's with adjustable temperature thermostat's. The thermostat's were not built into the fans, rather they were wired in line approximately one (1) foot from the fan. The fan's were located on the north and south side of the house, within the attic. The fire was isolated to the south side of the attic, consisting of an approximate 50 square feet. The area of origin was documented with photographs, a sketch and note taking. There was a def nitive "V" burn pattern present along the south wall of the attic starting approximately one (1) foot above the attic floor (picture 001.jpg). There was a gable attic fan laying on the floor, directly below the before mentioned burn pattern. The fan appeared to have been previously mounted in a wooden frame, located directly above it's final resting place. The fan had been exposed to substantial heat and was still hot to the touch. The fan blades were still in tact and the electrical wiring was still connected. The exposed wiring showed no signs of beading. The adjustable temperature thermostat was still mounted on the bottom side of the wooden frame. The thermostat showed�signs of heat damage on the side closest to the wooden frame (OOS.jpg). The thermostat temperature appeared to be set at or around 70 degrees (01 S.jpg). The wooden framing for the fan sustained extreme charring with different depths of char along the surface. The deepest charring was present along the top of the frame as well as the lower right area, above where the thermostat was mounted. The frame was mounted to the wall on one side and an old brick chimney on the other side. The chimney was not in use at the time due to the fact that it had been sealed up and covered by a wall some years ago. On the south side of the wooden frame was a metal vent to the outside. Investigative efforts were then directed to the exterior of the house. The breaker panel was located on the north side of the building. The utilities were assigned to engine 174 during the fire. After interviewing engine 174 crew 1 was informed that all breakers were in the "on" position with the exception of a single 15 amp breaker. The crew was aware that the tripped breaker was of high importance and needed to be identified. They left the Printed: 02/ 13/2012 10:59:58 Incident Report 2011-1112101 -000 Rancho Cucamonga FPD (Live) Narratives ioent�t�eo breaKer m the "tapped" position and continued to turn all other breakers to the "off' position (025.jpg). There were no written indications next to the breaker as to the area of the house or appliances which it might be assigned. The remaining portion of the exterior showed no signs of fire with the exception of the attic area on the south side. Crews completed salvage and overhaul to ensure the fire was completely out and tentatively protected from the outside environment. 2150 contacted Building and Safety representative John Thomas, to see if he knew if the house was owned by the city or even the Etiwanda Historical Society. John was very helpful and stated that he would research it for me. Soon after speaking with John, Battalion Chief Noreen was approached by a Ethan Ruch, a citizen who stated that he had just sold the house about a week earlier. Mr. Ruch was able to give B.C. Noreen the contact information for the home owner, George Manzo. Mr. Manzo was contacted by B.C. Noreen and was en route. Mr. Manzo arrived with his family in the car and stated that they had just come from his mothers house in Ontario. I described what had happened, what we did and what he needed to do. After explaining the series of events which had occurred, I walked Mr. Manzo through the house and highlighted what we were looking at and how firefighting duties were performed. Mr. Manzo was able to climb the attic ladder and see (from the ladder) the attic space where the fire occurred. Since he was in the attic, I handed him the yellow "potential evidence" form that I had left on top of the fan and wooden frame. We then proceeded to exit the house and exchanged contact information. Interview efforts consisted of Mr. Manzo and firefighting personnel. Neighbors were seen but, only for a quick minute and they were walking by not standing on neighboring property. It was Christmas eve 2100hrs. I have spoken with Mr. Manzo .several times on the phone since the fire to obtain insurance and other pertinent information for the property. Mr. Manzo has consistently demonstrated forthright assistance and has been very helpful with the investigation. He was extremely grateful with the professionalism, pride and attention to detail with which Rancho Cucamonga Fire exemplified on scene. The fire�at 7567 Etiwanda took place in the attic on the south side of the house. There were winds in the range of ] 0-15 mph coming from the north to the south. The fire damage was minimal for an attic fire. The prevailing winds assisted with firefighting .efforts in that the fire was being "ventilated" or "pressurized" away from the attic, to the outside vent; where the initial flames were present. Entry was forced and the fire was put out quickly. The area of origin was placed in the attic with special attention directed toward the gable attic fan, adjustable temperature thermostat and wooden frame used to house the fan. The burn pattern resembled a "V"; as related to burn pattern categorization. Below the burn pattern laid an electrical gable attic fan with extreme heat damage. There were no indications of heat in the area where the fan was laying up to the base of the main "V" burn pattern. The wood frame showed signs of inconsistent charring. The areas with the highest depths of char were located on the top of the frame and the lower right area. The lower right area of char was directly above the adjustable temperature thermostat. While the fan, thermostat and framing show high importance in deciding the point of Printed: 02/ 13/2012 10:59:5 8 A-5 Incident Report 2011-1112101 -000 Rancho Cucamonga FPD (Live) .Narratives origin, the the exact point of origin can not be concluded by this investigation due to the consideration of multiple possibilities of ignition. Multiple competent hypotheses can be considered.as in accordance with NFPA 921 therefore it is not the intent of this investigation to speculate as to the exact point of origin. This investigation would need further destructive forensic testing which is out of the scope of this investigation. Amco Insurance Company Policy #ADP0034183465---11/8/2011 - l 1/8/2012 Claim # 720420406470 Adjuster Rob Croft (253)905-2784 End of Report Printed: 02/ 13/2012 10:59:58 A-6 THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA T PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA C>�AMONGA FEBRUARY 22, 2012 - 7:00 PM Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center Council Chambers 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California I. CALL TO ORDER Roll Call Chairman Munoz_ Vice Chairman Howdyshell _ Fletcher_ Wimberly _ Oaxaca _ II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - February 8, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes II III. NEW BUSINESS �I� A. REVIEW OF THE TRAILS PRIORITIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-2013 �� IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS ��� This is the time and place for the general public to address the commission. Items to be discussed here are those that do not already appear on this agenda. �� V. COMMISSION BUSINESS/COMMENTS ��� I� VI. ADJOURNMENT �� The Planning Commission has adopted Administrative Regulations that set an 11:00 p.m. adjournment time. If items go beyond that time, they shall be heard only with the consent of the Commission. 1 of 3 G7 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANCHO FEBRUARY 22, 2012 cUCAMONGA THE PLANNING COMMISSION WILL ADJOURN TO A WORKSHOP IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING TO DISCUSS THE REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTS. THE WORKSHOP WILL BE HELD /N THE RAINS ROOM. 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 February 16, 2012, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code Section 54964.2 at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. If you need special assistance or accommodations to participate in this meeting, please contact the Planning Department at (909) 477-2750. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired. INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission encourages free expression of all points of view. To allow all persons to speak, given the length of the agenda, please keep your remarks brief. If others have already expressed your position, you may simply indicate that you agree with a previous speaker. If appropriate, a spokesperson may present the views of your entire group. To encourage all views and promote courtesy to others, the audience should refrain from clapping, booing or shouts of approval or disagreement from the audience. The public may address the Planning Commission on any agenda item. To address the Planning Commission, please come forward to the podium located at the center of the staff table. State your name for the record and speak into the microphone. After speaking, please sign in on the clipboard located next to the speaker's podium. It is important to list your name, address and the agenda item letter your comments refer to. Comments are generally limited to 5 minutes per individual. If you wish to speak concerning an item not on the agenda, you may do sounder "Public Comments." There is opportunity to speak under this section prior to the end of the agenda. 2 of 3 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA RANcxo FEBRUARY 22, 2012 CUCAMONGA Any handouts for the Planning Commission should be given to the Planning Commission Secretary for distribution to the Commissioners. All requests for items to be placed on a Planning Commission agenda must be in writing. The deadline for submitting these items is 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, one week prior to the meeting. The Planning Commission Secretary receives all such items: AVAILABILITY OF STAFF REPORTS Copies of the staff reports or other documentation to each agenda item are on file in the offices of the Planning Department, City Hall, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730. These documents are available for public inspections during regular business hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except for legal City holidays. APPEALS Any interested party who disagrees with the City Planning Commission decision may appeal the Commission's decision to the City Council within 10 calendar days. Any appeal filed must be directed to the City Clerk's Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $2,216 for maps and $2,328 for all other decisions of the Commission. (Fees are established and governed by the City Council). Please turn off all cellular phones and pagers while the meeting is in session. Copies of the Planning Commission agendas and minutes can be found at www.CityofRC.us 3 of 3 Vicinity Map Planning Commission Meeting February 22, 2012 �� tool 7 19th St base Line Fo Arrow 8th a� 0 C9 Item A will be a review of the Trails Priorities � Meeting Location: City Hall for Fiscal Year 2012 - 2013 10500 Civic Center Driv �F CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting February 8, 2012 Chairman Munoz called the Regular Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission to order at 7:25 p.m. The meeting was held in the Council Chambers at Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center, 1�0500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. ROLL CALL COMMISSIONERS:, PRESENT: Richard Fletcher, Lou Munoz, Francisco Oaxaca ABSENT: Ray Wimberly, Frances Howdyshell STAFF PRESENT: Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney; Steve Fowler, Assistant Planner; Larry Henderson, Principal Planner; Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer; Mayuko Nakajima, Assistant Planner; Lois Schrader, Planning Commission Secretary; Tabe Van der Zwaag, Associate Planner ANNOUNCEMENTS None APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion: Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Oaxaca (Howdyshell, Wimberly absent), carried 3-0-2, to approve the minutes of January 25, 2012. PUBLIC HEARINGS Chairman Munoz indicated that because of his employment in the communications field, he would feel that in the public's interest he should recuse himself on the following item. He noted that this would create a lack of quorum and therefore no action would be taken on Item A. A. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2011-00873 - AT&T MOBILITY - A request to modify the existing wireless communication facility housed in a 57-foot, 6-inch high cross tower (MDR 00- 14) in order to replace the 3 existing antennas w. ith 6 new antennas and related equipment for a site located on the north side of Highland Avenue and west of Cambridge Avenue in the Low (L) Residential Development District at 9944 Highland Avenue - APN: 0201-055-49. Staff has determined that this project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 Exemption -Existing Facilities). Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney said the item would be re -noticed and scheduled for a future meeting. B. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT DRC2011-00254 -ALL STATE PAPER AND METAL RECYCLING -JAMES LIN - A request to operate a 4.42-acre recycling facility including the use of a temporary office module within the Heavy Industrial District of Subarea 15 on the south side of Whittram Avenue between Pecan Avenue and Hickory Avenue at 13195, 13207, 13231, 13243, and 13253 Whittram Avenue -APN: 0229-192-09, 06, 04, 03 & 02. Related File: Development Review DRC2011-00255 Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration C. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTAND DEVELOPMENT DESIGN REVIEW DRC2011-00255- ALL STATE PAPER AND METAL RECYCLING -JAMES LIN - A request to make site improvements including installing a temporary office module, constructing new screen walls, installing all street improvements and landscaping, complete on -site paving and add employee eating area and parking fora 4.42-acre project site located within the Heavy Industrial District of Subarea 15 on the south side of Whittram Avenue between Pecan Avenue and Hickory Avenue at 13195, 13207, 13231, 13243, and 13253 Whittram Avenue - APN: 0229-192-09, 06, 04, 03 & 02. Related Project: DRC2011-00254. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. Chairman Munoz recommended that the items be pulled and brought back to the DRC for review. He said the applicant wants to change things that were agreed to at the DRC and that although the applicant submitted a letter to staff; he had not had the opportunity to review it. He said their request is specific to the wall material and the in -lieu fee calculation. He felt that a discussion at this time would be premature, that it should be returned to the DRC for proper review. Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney explained that new information was brought forward today and the Chair would like to bring it back to the DRC for further review. Commissioner Fletcher stated that since it was agendized and previously reviewed by the DRC, he would like to proceed and discuss the item tonight. He said it is not out of the ordinary to proceed although he thought they had agreed to a block wall at the DRC, but undergrounding fees are often discussed at the Planning Commission level. He said he did not want to delay the applicants. Chairman Munoz said it was ready to go and approved as presented to the DRC, but now the conditions have changed and he would like to review it again at the DRC. He moved that the items be sent to the DRC for another review. Commissioner Oaxaca asked if it has been reviewed before. Chairman Munoz stated, yes, twice. Commissioner Fletcher clarified that the applicant agreed, but now they want to review and discuss it. He asked if they needed to appeal the DRC decision. Mr. Flower stated that this does not require a separate appeal as the DRC is a recommending body. He said the item goes to DRC with a recommendation and then it is forwarded to the Planning Commission for a decision. Commissioner Oaxaca clarified that there is one item in question for the DRC to review- a block wall vs. a metal fence. He said the other is in -lieu or phased payments of underground fees based on the acquisitions of currently leased parcels. Planning Commission Minutes -2- February 8, 2011 Mr. Flower confirmed that in lieu fees are not for DRC review Commissioner Oaxaca stated the block wall was discussed in October and the project was recommended to the Commission with a block wall proposed. He confirmed that it did not reappear for the meeting in January where the temporary trailer was discussed. Chairman Munoz said this issue has not gone back and forth; the applicant agreed, the DRC approved it to move forward and now the applicant does not want that condition. Commissioner Fletcher said he read about the tan corrugated metal fence request. He said he did not think it appropriate to delay the item. He said the Commission could approve the application with the block wall as recommended and let them appeal the decision if they are not in agreement. Chairman Munoz asked for the staff report. Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner gave the staff report and history of the business. He summarized the required improvements including curb, sidewalks, landscaping, a wall, and additional fencing. He said they upgraded the windows in the adjacent single-family dwelling per a noise study. He said the application was continued last time because the owner wished to add a scale to weigh vehicles and to use a temporary building. He said now the applicants do not want to do the walls and do not want to pay the full undergrounding fees. He said the applicant feels that because they lease two parcels on the property they should not have to pay for those. He said if the decision is to defer payment until they own the entire site, there would be no guarantee for payment in future. He said staff believes the improvements will help beautify the area particularly along Whittram Avenue. Commissioner Fletcher confirmed that the scale building is located on the southern portion of the property and if it straddles the property line. Mr. van der Zwaag confirmed it was not wide enough, and therefore�is straddling the property line. He said the owners processed a lot line adjustment to allow room for trucks to pass via the southern portion of the property which in effect lessens the truck traffic on Whittram Avenue. He said the applicants are willing to do all street improvements but not the undergrounding. He explained that the property with the single-family home is leased to them and there is an auto repair next door. He said it had become a wrecking yard and Code Enforcement has been working with the owner. Commissioner Fletcher suggested that if there is a 5-year lease, if the applicants have not acquired those properties in 5 years, then they could pay the fees at that time. He said that in the past we have not required the undergrounding fees for improvements taking place off -site. He said we are collecting fees on leased property and the applicants may not be there in 5 years. Dan James, Senior Civil Engineer said the lease issue is not involved with the City. He said we would have to impose a condition for the paying of the fees in 5 years or shut them down. He said it is similar to when street improvements are required. They must guarantee completion of the street improvements with a bond and there is a timeline. He said they could do a timeline on the undergrounding. Mr. Flower said that the point about the property being only leased to the applicants is not relevant. He said development often occurs on leased land. He said this issue should be worked out with the property owner and the lessee. Commissioner Fletcher noted that to him the Heavy Industrial zone area is akin to the adage of the silk purse/sows ear. He said Whittram Avenue is an industrial street and it is not a pretty site, so to require a lot of expense that will not affect their business nor the City did not seem appropriate. He Planning Commission Minutes -3- February 8, 2011 said it is a hodge-podge area. He granted that we may have to start someplace and improvements on this property may encourage other owners to improve as well. Commissioner Oaxaca asked about the railroad right of way and what is on the parcel to south across the tracks. Mr. van der Zwaag said it is currently vacant land. Mr. Henderson added that the property is used for overflow parking for the racetrack and it was at one time a proposed soccer complex. Commissioner Oaxaca asked what the requirement for a block wall was based on. Mr. van der Zwaag said it is a standard condition to require either a solid block wall or a metal fence with a metal backing. He said the DRC did not feel metal fencing was not appropriate and would not look nice. Chairman Munoz clarified that the applicant's proposal was not actual metal fencing, but just old metal sheets that have been recycled for fencing. Mr. van der Zwaag said they used non approved metal fencing. He said the Edison Company no longer wanted them on their easement, so now they want to use the old fencing that was being used there. He said it is solid metal sheets with a V protrusion. He said it is not an actual fencing product, but something that was custom built. (He displayed a photo of the material on the overhead). Commissioner Oaxaca commented from his experience with the railroads. He said there concern is how to prevent access from a property owner's side and how to discourage access from rail easement onto private property. He said a block wall may be the option of choice, but sometimes it is as effective to use wrought iron fencing. He said the footings for a block wall along the rail line could be a challenge. He said there would be no reason anyone would want to cross there, and he would be willing to look at alternatives to a block wall that would meet our standards. Mr. van der Zwaag says the City has no history of metal fencing along railroad easements. Commissioner Fletcher asked if we are attempting to screen the view from passing trains or something else. Commissioner Oaxaca noted that passengers sitting in the upper level of a train are about 16-feet high and therefore the wall/fence would need to be 20 feet tall to really screen the property. Chairman Munoz opened the public hearing. George Chu, 718 West 16th Street in Upland, representing All State Recycling clarified thatthe letter was first distributed on December 14 and then again yesterday. He said the metal steel panels would be painted to match the block wall that will be constructed along `JVhittram Avenue. He said it would be supported by steel columns every 20 feet. He said the owners have been in business since 1987 and currently employ 40 people. He said the panels are 8 feet tall and they have been to DRC twice. He thanked staff for their assistance. Commissioner Fletcher asked if there are efforts to purchase middle property. Mr. Chu responded, yes; they are not ready to sell and the elderly lady does not want to move. He said her son works next door and they have been living there for about 30 years. He said the parcel Planning Commission Minutes -4- February 8, 2011 to the east is a different owner. He said he tried to purchase it but they are not ready to sell either; it is owned by an irrevocable trust. Commissioner Fletcher said the letter indicates the objection to the block wall was because of cost. He said he got the impression tonight that the metal fence material -not a commercial fence -was something custom from the other facility. He said he visited the facility on one occasion and thought it was filthy and dangerous and would not go back there again. He said he is sympathetic to not spending too much on the railway right of way, but he would have reservations about approving a makeshift fence. Chairman Munoz closed the public hearing and asked for Commission comments Commissioner Fletcher said his initial concern was about the expense in this particular area. He said he would think it to be more appropriate to require this with new construction applications. He said this is a large area and he did not want to apply standards that are not applied to others on Whittram. He said he did not think the underground fees are unreasonable for properties that are owned by the applicant. He said he is ok with delaying the fees for the properties that are leased (5 years). He said he has not seen the fencing the applicants want to put up so he is not sure that he could decide any differently than the DRC did. Commissioner Oaxaca said we could have an opening to consider a condition to pay the in -lieu fees in entirety but within a reasonable timeframe. He agreed that he is not comfortable with the fencing material and he has not seen an option proposed that fits in with our current standards. He said there are other barriers that could accomplish the screening that would also consider the surrounding propertie. He said he would look at a condition to pay the initial fees and require the balance over a maximum of 5 years that would compel them to pay remainder. Chairman Munoz said phasing has been considered before. He asked staff if there is a way to collect an initial portion and phase a part. He asked if it is enforceable. Mr. James said it is not customary. Mr. Flower said it would have to tie to some time period. He said the City has not seen a lease and we have no way to monitor it. He said if it was not paid in 5 years, we would have to revoke their CUP; that is how it would be enforced, either they pay or shut them down. He said the process could be done. Mr. James said it is just like public improvements; they have a time line and if they are not completed, the applicant is also faced with that process. Chairman Munoz said he concurred about the wall. He said we rely on City standards and the concern has nothing to do with the wall being observed or being seen by the trains. He said there are safety issues and normally we require walls all the way around for safety. He said in -lieu fees are problematic and coming up with a condition is difficult because we do not know what will happen in future with this business or those leased properties. He said he cannot ask future projects to underground if we let this one go. He said we have negotiated with the applicant several times and he was surprised this came up. He said we prefer to operate this way and we would hold others to the same standard. He said they can be non -conforming until they develop and then they will face the same requirement. Commissioner Fletcher said he forgot to ask the applicant the level of difficulty of constructing block wall along the train right of way. Planning Commission Minutes -5- February 8, 2011 Mr. Chu noted that the challenge was mentioned by Commissioner Oaxaca but they would face big footings and a trench the full length of the wall, several feet deep along with workers and related equipment. Chairman Munoz said that is an engineering issue and they would have to allow room along their property line for the construction of the wall. Commissioner Fletcher said he does not believe 'one size fits all'. He said the City is getting improvements along Whittram Avenue plus more. He said he does not like their alternative scrap fencing but he has a problem with taking fees for portions of property they don't own. He said he would like to condition them to pay the fees within 5 years and if that is approved then accept the application with the approved block wall. Mr. Flower said that if the applicant does not agree, they could appeal to City Council or request a continuance and go back to DRC to hash it out. Chairman Munoz said it seems the Commissioners are not in favor of the fence Commissioner Oaxaca clarified that there are other opportunities for other materials other than block. He said he would lean towards flexibility about the undergrounding, but not for what was proposed instead of the block wall because the metal panels are very removed from our standards. He referred to Page B & C -14 and the DRC Action comments specifying the required walls and fencing for the entire site. Commissioner Fletcher asked if chain link with slats is an option in the Code. He said we have to look at alternatives and if. there are other approved materials, why can they not be used. Mr. Henderson said the Development Code has several options listed but per policy of the Commission, we really don't want to see that; solid block walls are preferred and that is what the Commission has requested that staff seek from the applicants. He added that staff is here to serve and if the Commission desires to change that policy, staff could do so with their direction. Commissioner Fletcher said he did not object to alternative screening material but if we could get the whole right of way in block wall then yes, he would support that. He asked if staff is requiring all the other property owners to install a block wall. He said if the applicant wants to go back to DRC to review an alternative material then he can with choices, but he did not feel we should enforce the most expensive one. He said the area is the problem. He said he would go along with the block wall if they can work with the applicant on the undergrounding fee. Chairman Munoz said the DRC has to have a standard and it is hard to set standards for various parts of town. He said it is problematic to go on an economic basis and this has been the standard for 25-35 years. He said if we change it, it should be a procedural change and not on a project basis. He said typically we ask staff to prepare a study, we consider it at DRC, then we share it with the Commission. We may even go out and look at examples and then bring everyone back for a decision. He said tonight, they agreed to the condition and then they came back and want to make changes and decide here at commission. He said we are making design and engineering decisions. Commissioner Fletcher said it is not unusual to do this and if it happens then it is the applicant's decision to either delay their project and work with the DRC or appeal the decision. Chairman Munoz said we depend upon recommendations from staff to guide us and there was no previous knowledge of a disagreement. He recommended the project be sent back to DRC for review. Planning Commission Minutes -6- February 8, 2011 .,,s Commissioner Oaxaca seconded the motion to continue the applications and to be sent back to the DRC with the new information. He said the Commission should allow DRC to do its job -they make recommendations tothe Commission and then the Commission can make an informed decision. He said he did not feel he had all the options before hirn to decide tonight. Chairman Munoz asked the applicant if he accepts the motion to accept the project as proposed with exception to the in -lieu fees. Mr. Chu said he would like the opportunity to present an acceptable metal fence design to the DRC. Mr. Henderson said the project will have to be re -advertised when it is ready to come back to the Commission. He asked the Commission if they desired the staff to propose phasing options with respect to the in -lieu fees. Chairman Munoz responded affirmatively. Motion: Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Oaxaca, to continue the applications for Conditional Use Permit DRC2011-00254 and Design Review DRC2011-00255 to a date non-specific for the purpose of reviewing the materials proposed for fencing at the DRC and to discuss phasing options. The motion carried. by the following vote: AYES: FLETCHER, MUNOZ, OAXACA NOES: NONE ABSENT: FLETCHER, WIMBERLY -carried **w** PUBLIC COMMENTS None ***** COMMISSION BUSINESS AND COMMENTS None ***** ADJOURNMENT Motion: Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Oaxaca, carried 3-0-2 (Howdyshell, Wimberly), to adjourn. The Planning Commission adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, James R. Troyer, AICP Secretary Approved: Planning Commission Minutes -7- February 8, 2011 Planning Commission Minutes -8- February 8, 2011 r LEGEND: PRIORITY: � -PROPOSED COMMUNRY TRAIL Oj HAVEN AVENUE - WILSON TO VMENDA (WEST SIDE MISSING SEGMENTS) �}} -UNDER CONSTRUCTION TRAIL O ARCHIBALD AVENUE - NORBROOK TO HIDDEN FARM (WEST SIDE) ������• - E%ISRNC COMMUNITY TRAIL O3 BANYAN STREET -CARNELIAN TO BERYL (NORTH SIDE) CARNELIAN STREET -BANYAN TO WILSON (WEST SIDE) O5 BANYAN STREET -SAPPHIRE TO CARNELIAN (NORTH SIDE) NOT TO SCALE STAFF REPORT PL,-INNING DEP��RTMENT Date: March 12, 2012 To: Mayor and Members of the City Council John R. Gillison, City Manager From: James R. Troyer AICP, Planning Director .., v ,1 I RANCHO �UCAMONUA Subject: RANCHO CUAMONGA COMMUNITY MEETING —TRAIL CONNECTIVITY BACKGROUND: The objective of our planned trails system is to provide a network of interconnecting off -road trails that are integrated with recreation and open space areas within and outside our borders. The hiking and riding trails are also intended to connect to our residential and commercial activity centers, as well as our system of on -street bicycle trails. Hiking and riding trails serve primarily for recreation purposes —horseback riding, hiking, jogging, running, and walking for pleasure. Such trails may also incorporate bicycling in their design (both for street bikes and mountain bikes) where feasible. The regional trails traversing the commercial and industrial areas of our City also provide a safe and convenient opportunity for bicycling to work or to shop. The ultimate system of hiking and riding trials will provide over 242 miles of recreational enjoyment throughout the community and open space areas in our Sphere of Influence. We have adopted three types of hiking and riding trails: ♦ Regional Multi -Purpose Trails —which serve as the backbone of the public trail system, covering long distances and connecting to regional parks, open space preserves, national forests, and other regional trails leading beyond our community. The regional trail system within our City primarily follows flood control channels and utility corridors, which will be implemented through joint -use agreements with the appropriate public and private agencies. These trails should provide for equestrian, pedestrian, and bicycle use. The right-of-way standard for regional trails is thirty (30) feet minimum width. Exceptions to the standard may be granted by the Planning Commission, based on physical constraints. Community Trails —which are more numerous than regional trails, are intended to provide convenient off -road access to community facilities such as parks, schools, and shopping centers. Community trails function as collectors that link local feeder trails in subdivisions to the regional trail system. When completed, these trails will provide multiple trail route possibilities, from short jaunts to long loops throughout the community and sphere. Community trails follow streets, utility corridors, and easements. They are intended for equestrian and pedestrian use. The right-of-way standard for community trails is twenty (20) feet minimum width. Exception to the standard may be granted by the Planning Commission, based on physical constraints. ♦ Local Feeder Trails —which are contained within residential subdivisions in the Equestrian/Rural Area. These trails are generally not mapped in the General Plan or RANCHO CUAMONGA COMMUNITY MEETING —TRAIL CONNECTIVITY March 12, 2012 Page 2 Trails Implementation Plan, but are established as private easements at the time of subdivision review. The intent of local feeder trails is to provide access to the rear of every lot, wherever feasible, to a Community or Regional Multi -Purpose Trail. Local feeder trails can also provide logical riding loops within subdivisions. The right-of-way standard for local feeder trails is fifteen (15) feet minimum width. Exception to the standard may be granted by the Planning Commission, based on physical constraints. To support the implementation of a comprehensive equestrian trails system within our community, we have established an Equestrian/Rural Overlay District within the General Plan and Development Code. The Overlay District extends generally north of Banyan Street between the western City limits and Milliken Avenue, and then north of the Foothill Freeway between Milliken Avenue and the eastern City limits. The purpose of the District is to designate an area that allows the keeping of horses and other farm animals. However, this provision also applies to any site designated Very Low on the General Plan Land Use Plan. All new developments within this district are required to provide community and local trails for equestrian use in accordance with the Hiking and Riding Trails Plan of the General Plan. The intent is to establish a connected system of equestrian trails that provides access to local and regional recreation areas including the National Forest, equestrian facilities, regional parks, and City regional and community trails. Where lot sizes within the Equestrian/Rural Overlay District are insufficient for the keeping of horses, public and private boarding facilities are encouraged. Land dedication and/or in -lieu fees have been established in order to acquire land for a public boarding facility within the District. The Trails Implementation Plan, prepared by our City staff and adopted in 1991, includes more detailed design standards for each trail type, addresses the administration of the trail system by the City, and covers the implementation aspects of the trail system. The implementation section includes an inventory of the trails, along with a priority list of capital improvement projects related to existing and proposed trails. The capital improvement project listing for each trail type is reviewed and revised on an annual basis so that progress can be monitored. Our planned system of regional and community trails are located based on the criteria of safety, function, aesthetics, trail linkage needs, important land use connections, and the feasibility of land acquisition and/or dedication. The trails plan identifies the bridges and street under crossings that will be required, and trail heads that will provide access to the trail system at key locations throughout the community. Trail heads function as staging points for hikers, bikers and riders, and will be equipped with facilities such as restrooms, drinking fountains, parking for cars and trailers, watering troughs for horses, bike racks, benches, and shade. The Hiking and Riding Trails Master Plan included the upgrading of a previous (1981) Community Trail to a Regional Trail now identified as Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Corridor. This recently completed Regional Multi -Purpose Trail follows the Southern Pacific railroad corridor, which travels east -west through the City, connecting the cities of Claremont, Montclair, Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana, and Rialto. Our City acted as the lead agency, partnered with the San Bernardino Association of Governments (SANBAG) and surrounding cities to develop a master plan fora 21-mile long trail. The Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Master Plan was the basis for pursuing a range of funding sources including federal and state funds, grants, and private donations to build the trail. The trail has been completed as envisioned as a recreation corridor to be shared by bicyclists, pedestrians, runners, and equestrians. Current Community Trail connections to this Trail include the Cucamonga Channel Trail and the Etiwanda Avenue Trail. RANCHO CUAMONGA COMMUNITY MEETING —TRAIL CONNECTIVITY March 12, 2012 Page 3 BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES: The benefits of a Trail system are many and include, promoting a healthy life style, encouraging walking and less dependence on autos thereby reducing air pollution, establishing an aesthetic visual improvement to the neighborhoods and establishing an area identity. The challenges are in establishing important trail links that were not provided prior to the City's Incorporation. Often this means working with special agencies and utilities that do not have the same priorities as the residents. The City has taken an incremental process because of the costs and complexity of completing missing links and it can be seen that progress is being made. It should be remembered that a majority (69.7% of completed system) of the City Trail System is composed of local feeder trails that is maintained by individual property owners or home owners associations. Respectfully submitted, `��� � � vi ,� Jam s R. Troyer, AICP Planning Director JRT/LH/Is Attachment: Hiking and Riding Trails Master Plan Trails �� Regional Multi -Purpose Trails The Regional Multi -Purpose Trails are the backbone of the public trail system. They are reserved, long-distance corridors, and serve as the main connections to community parks, scenic canyons, the National Forest, major open spaces, residential, commercial, and industrial areas. These trails mainly follow flood control channels and utility corridors. They are intended as equestrian, pedestrian, and bicycle trails. �� CommunityTrails Community Trails provide trail users access to community facilities such as parks, schools, and neighborhood shopping centers. These public trails form loops of varying length and act as the link between the local feeder trails in each tract and the Regional Multi -Purpose Trails system. Community Trails follow streets, utility corridors, and easements. They are intended for equestrian and pedestrian users, except equestrian usage is limited to the Equestrian/Rural area. Trail Connections and Trail Heads Existing Trail Head ® Proposed Trail Head Bridge ® Existing Grade Separation ® Proposed Grade Separation Equestrian/Rural Area Overlay Base Map Features ------� Rancho Cucamonga City Boundary ----� Sphere of Influence • San Bernardino National Forest -- Waterways Source: Rancho Cucamonga, 2001 and San Bernardino County Assessor, 2009. �' Miles 0 0.25 0.5 1 1.5 2 Figure CS-3: Hiking and Riding Trails Master Plan Community Services RANCHO C U C A M O N G A GENERAL P L A N CS-21 STAFF REPORT PLr1NNING DEP.�RTMENT RANCHO Date: August 8, 2012 (;UCAMONGA To: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission From: Jeffrey A. Bloom, Interim Planning Director By: Candyce Burnett, Senior Planner Subject: UPDATE ON THE PROCESS FOR THE SELECTION OF TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS AT LARGE RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission receive the staff report and file for future reference. BACKGROUND: The Trails Advisory Committee is comprised of two members of the Park and Recreation Commission, two members of the Planning Commission, and two Members at Large. The Members at Large serve as representatives of the biking and equestrian community. The Committee is facilitated by a staff member designated by the Planning Director. The staff member is anon -voting member. At the July 25, 2012 Planning Commission meeting the Commissioners selected two members for representation on the Trails Advisory Committee (TAC). The Planning Commission must also select the two Members at Large consisting of one (1) member from the equestrian community and one (1) member from the bicycling community. Additionally, one (1) alternate from the bicycling community shall also be selected (Resolution No. 09-43 attached). Each TAC member is appointed fora 24-month term. Currently Carol Douglass (equestrian member), Tom Tisler (bicycle), and Kelly Matheney (Alternate) are serving on the TAC. All positions for the Members at Large need to be either reappointed or the Commission may select new members. Staff will be publishing a press release in the Daily Bulletin advertising for applications for the TAC Members at Large. After applications have been received, the two Planning Commission TAC members and staff conduct an interview of all applicants. The recommendation of the interview panel of the selected members is forwarded to the Planning Commission for appointment. The Planning Commission can either affirm their current representation or select a new community member to serve fora 24-month term. Staff will be initiating the process in early August for the call for applications for all positions. Although not yet posted, staff is in receipt of one application for the equestrian community member to date. Respectfully submitted, �. effrey A. om, Interim Planning Director Attachments: Exhibit A -Resolution No. 09-43 �. Item D �. .. RESOLUTION NO. 09-43 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING THE ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS OF THE TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE. WHEREAS, the City's General Plan establishes an extensive network of hiking, biking, and horse riding trails as a recreational element, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has appointed a working subcommittee to advise them on trail issues, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds it desirable to modify the regulations governing this sub -committee. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission does hereby adopt the following administrative regulations for the Trails Advisory Committee: SECTION 1: PURPOSES A. The purpose of the Trails Advisory Committee (TAC) shall be to assist the Planning Commission in implementing the trails system as envisioned by the City's General Plan. Therefore, the Trails Advisory Committee shall have the following duties, responsibilities, and functions: 1. To review and make recommendations to the Planning Commission with regard to trail locations and the application of trail design standard for development proposals (i.e. tentative maps, specific plans, parks) within the City and Sphere -of -Influence, including, but not limited to, the Equestrian Overlay District. 2. To review and make recommendations to the Commission regarding trail design standards. 3. To assess the present and future need for trails and recommend to the Planning Commission plans and priorities for the development of trails and related facilities. SECTION 2: COMPOSITION AND APPOINTMENT A. The Trails Advisory Committee shall consist of six (6) members. Two shall be members of the Planning Commission, plus an alternate, as selected by the Planning Commission. Two shall be members of the Park and Recreation Commission, plus an alternate, as selected by the Park and Recreation Commission. One shall be a Member -at -Large, who shall be a representative of the equestrian community, appointed by the Planning Commission. One, plus an alternate, shall be aMember-at-Large, who shall be a representative of the bicycling community, also appointed by the Planning Commission. EXHIBITA �. j i , �-2 . �� - -- -- _� �-- -- - PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 09-43 TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULATIONS October 28, 2009 Page 2 SECTION 3: TERMS OF APPOINTMENT All terms shall be twenty-four (24) months and shall be staggered twelve months apart to maintain continuity. Any member of the Committee may be removed at any time by the appointing body. .SECTION 4: APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN The Trails Coordinator (Planning Director) or his designated representative shall serve as the non -voting Chairman of the Trails Advisory Committee. SECTION 5:. STAFF Representation at the Trails Advisory Committee meetings shall include, but not be limited to, representatives of the Planning Department, Engineering Department, Building and Safety Department, and .Community Services Department. The Planning Department shall have primary responsibility for agenda preparation and general administration for the Trails Advisory Committee. SECTION 6: MEETINGS AND RULES A. Meetings —The Trails Advisory Committee shall meet once a month or on special occasion as needed. The TAC shall establish the time and place of such meeting. The Chairman shall distribute an agenda for TAC meetings. At least three days notice is required for meetings. B. Quorum — A quorum shall be four (4) members present. C. Voting 1. Every official action taken by the Committee shall be adopted by a majority of the Committee or quorum, present. 2. In the event of a tie vote on any matter, the action shall be forwarded to the Planning Commission with no recommendation. 3. In the event any member votes in the minority on any item, it shall be the policy that such member state the reason for the minority so that said reason may be recorded in the minutes. 4. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 28TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2009. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ��._ D-3 � PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 09-43 TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULATIONS October 28, 2009 Page 2 - '�` ,/ Lou Munoz, Vice Chair n ATTEST: Jam R. Troyer, AICP, Se etary I, James R. Troyer, AICP, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 28th day of October 2009, by the following vote -to -wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: HOWDYSHELL, MUNOZ, STEWART, WIMBERLY NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER 1 D-4 ___„_,_ EFITS OF A TRAIL SYSTEM • Provides a means of non -vehicular circulation which reduces pollution, noise, and traffic. • Makes the community more livable, increases property value and contributes a "higher quality of life." • Benefits individuals and employers by improving health and reducing health care costs. • Conserves land, open space, energy, and natural resources. • Contributes to civic pride and social unity. • Provides experiences that promote skills development, self-confidence, social interaction, a balanced life style, and education about our natural environment. • Provides access to public lands and serves as a means for people to experience natural settings. creates a local facility for recreational.. pu The City has identified eight benefits to the entire community through the trail system: 2 • General Plan • Trails Implementation Plan • Specific and Community Plans • Development Code • Subdivision Code • Standard Drawings • Design Polices • Standard Conditions • Trail Use Agreements • Funding —Grants Regional, General Fund Community. What are the parts of a Trail System? 3 • • � • • ' �'�` � pOMMM MIn�M WpsM a^MbwY+Wa1a alea0 VrYaO awiity. • Bikeways Map 6Udt CS•6: Provide a zafe, comprehensive network of iirterwanedinq eff• • P o I i c i es nod trails afth amcnikiez that conrrcct noigh6orhaads, parks. zchoolz, open spaae, emp�yment areas, retail services. other activity areas, and areas outside the City. Pc:!cr CS-6.1:..�.�,aww 'w`�..ai.mma-.v'a'a .u:,,m�i B�y- .�r.. car>wa s.�..«ee��.w.w� €arth �w�.�ni .«axe m�.rv. -....�„w;x, �,=vxmx^ .b tea^ r a �,nn �e� �. xd sm: Historically, the City's only long-range trail planning document has been the Trails Element of the General Plan adopted in 1981. Essentially it is a policy plan created to establish an interconnected trail system for Rancho Cucamonga. Included in the General Plan's Master Plan of Trails was a basic concept for regional, community, and local feeder trail routes. The regional trail system was based primarily upon a San Bernardino County Parks Department plan for "Sub -Major Trails." The 1981 General Plan and now the 2010 update remains the basic policy guide for trails within Rancho Cucamonga. C! cr:�- off'` �� a=, M .. RANG� �,4� � �: �� ����* t� �- CUC a. ��..,.: �. #V�� � A t �� 5 4f�i } �� � . F. l$ � � f ��� $ `"3 � A. �� � wd '� t F �,� .. �. �� j { � .t .;-��R { :' .�M t,_ a. � Ne � _ �� z K. ryX 'h FA. ..: �f - s ,�. - is .: T"5 5 �� ���'���i���i li i i I � was � a ��.� • _���. �r -��,� . �_��� Hiking and Riding Trails Map 2001 _. , • Regional � •� - � ,-��" _ ,; ,, __ I '1 _ t - �, k� i I � � i • Community r �' .„ ,� _ � � �+ - � , l� -i--- • Local Feeder � � � �=� � -- �� �-�v '�11 ��--` - e -,- �'�„,�`�"°� my ��__. ,�i t � � 5 re , [�Ls .:T x� i y; � Y`, I '1 r C 3 �I � y � 1 r ,: �, � � � � -- � ..� \` r ._i '' i � i i I 1 - .,.,,.. �.-...a.� _J ' N' amoo�mn ' :.. � o � � M a �, nuv We have adopted three types of hiking and riding trails: Regional Multi -Purpose Trails —which serve as the backbone of the public trail system, covering long distances and connecting to regional parks, open space preserves, national forests, and other regional trails leading beyond our community. The regional trail system within our City primarily follows flood control channels and utility corridors, which will be implemented through joint -use agreements with the appropriate public and private agencies. These trails should provide for equestrian, pedestrian, and bicycle use. The right-of-way standard for regional trails is thirty (30) feet minimum width. Exception to the standard may be granted by the Planning Commission, based on physical constraints. Community Trails —which are more numerous than regional trails, are intended to provide convenient off -road access to community facilities such as parks, schools, and shopping centers. Community trails function as collectors that link local feeder trails in subdivisions to the regional trail system. When completed, these trails will provide multiple trail route possibilities, from short jaunts to long loops throughout the community and sphere. Community trails follow streets, utility corridors, and easements. They are intended for equestrian and pedestrian use, however, equestrian use is limited to the Equestrian/Rural Area which includes north Alta Loma and Etiwanda. The right-of-way standard for community trails is twenty (20) feet minimum width. Exception to the standard may be granted by the Planning Commission, based on physical constraints. Local Feeder Trails —which are contained within residential subdivisions in the Equestrian/Rural Area. These trails are generally not mapped in the General Plan or Trails Implementation Plan, but are established as private easements at the time of subdivision review. The intent of local feeder trails is to provide access to the rear of every lot, wherever feasible, to a Community or Regional Multi -Purpose Trail. Local feeder trails can also provide logical riding loops within subdivisions. The right-of-way standard for local feeder trails is fifteen (15) feet minimum width. Exception to the standard may be granted by the Planning Commission, based on physical constraints.." 0 elcome to°Biking;in Rancho Cucamonga. Bicyclingis riot only fun and'good exercise, [t is also a viable alternative to commuting by car, Cycling Is economical, convenient and enjoyable, and helps improve: our air quality by reducing traffic. We've prepared. this map to let you knowaboutthe three types of available bikeways in the City: Class 1 designated off -road bikepaths Class 2 on -street signed and striped bike lanes Class 3 on -street signed bike routes Over 110 miles of bikeways ace planned fior Rancho Cucamonga and each year more segments are completed': Our mostambttions bike trail project, the �gcific Electriclnlancl Empire Trail will be� built over the comingyears. The City has received a $3.7million dollar federal grant to begin thefi�stphasea 3milesegmentfrom Haven Ave. taEt{wanda Avenue. Ifyou warit o held promote bikeways, ride your bike often acid safely, get involeed with a localbike club, and contacE the Gtp Yardat(909)477>2730whenmiitesneedrepair. Wethankyou for your s up port: G�om_��I&mom �P �� __� »� --� � :�k �:�� ��# � ��� ��\��.. BIKEWAYS MAP • Class I • Class II • Class III 2001 General Bikeways Plan LEGEND N Class t N Gass x N cwsa a � aixaay swan �vaa aanar (Classilption an0 aliBnmenb to be tleterminaE7 Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Ideally, regional bike trails should be Class I routes, hence, the General Bikeways Plan calls for bike paths along the many flood control channels and utility corridors that Criss-cross the community. A Class I bike path should be routed to make as few intersections with automobile traffic as possible. It is also preferred that bicycle traffic and pedestrians not be mixed, except where additional path width is provided. Where bike paths are proposed along flood control channel rights -of -way, the bike path makes use of the paved service road that typically exists along one side of the channel. In many situations, especially in developed areas, Class I Bike Paths are not physically possible due to physical constraints. Class II Bike Lanes may provide good on -street recreational cycling in these areas. High priority should be given to locating Bike Lanes on streets with the following characteristics: access to, or through, major employment centers, scenic qualities, acceptable grades, safe intersections, directness of route, and pavement width sufficient to handle the volume of bicycles and automobiles on the route. Class III routes (signed only) are recommended where streets otherwise meet the criteria for a Class II Bike Lane, but traffic levels and speeds are low, and there is not sufficient width to stripe a separate lane. Class III Bike Routes are especially suitable for streets with less than 1,000 vehicles per day and speeds of less than 40 m.p.h. 10 �.1 i !' p1 q � rg� � "�� � R ANC ��,�� t �� _ f I CUCA� �� m �� �� � ��«.-� � a I_ I u �� � � ,. � . �. �; �: r i f •�' *�-� `�� �G?�'r �..�{;�'����li..��A f I� � i IFim��;� rr:9 fi' �-.«aft �� °�, ea r�ili��l;j� Mnhn-ml��l r e1 ru.� Irnt��y'P!W°� �,��,1� i (i r— ii��■� �G+1�wA�I��/ (� ,,,j A i �, �T S.^m�i�.niirtnc..7rn��j=7ciE►..3�!�Ir nrtr�r�Q R' �� �:a. �. '�� � _ -mow ,^,� C, ��,.". i _'�)� Irk !it�t���r�rt ���~ l �� �gll�t rn �� � �� �%. I � 4����F" R�'� W"=/A�i��a=� rn;���?? 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ID gat �iert In J�etnm,�'t trttc pe.3.'q' rMr• free W, 5 gs:. ptaM 8' o.clyer 9ecc:� 5•e1�5C(T ... �v 5C•rccocnpro m.,,i be x�yle.rcncd by ep� it el»va era gouaJcowr FIG. S-33A 19 20 21 22 7.3 TRAILS Trails provide links among all elements of the Etiwanda North open space system, as well as the residential azeas and the community. The trails (see Exhibit 10} for hiking, bicycling, and equnstrian uses connect the regional trail system to the community and local trails provided through each neighborhood. The regional trail system is designated by the city of Rancho Cucamonga Ceneral Plan and County Regional Master Plan. The community level trails provide access to various Features of the community, including parks, schools and community centers. Safety, ambiance, destinations, and recreation were considered in the trail system for Etiwanda North. Most of the trails have been established as loops of different lengths, allowing the user to return to the point of origin. Trails also connect major and minor community features and provide access beyond the immediate community area. A hierarchy of trails has been established consistent with the City of Rancho Cucamonga trail plan and guidelines. The community trail is typically a dedicated right-of-way, 20 feet in width, maintained by the City. The local feeder II-29 23 �. o '� .�....,,....�.. OPEN SPACE AND 7RA14S PLAN O.. a' MOGTm N1N] trails and local paseos provide circulation through individual subdivisions providing general access to the community trail. The local equestrian trails ara typically dedicated easements that are maintained by the homeowner. The local paseos are dedications that ara maintained by the City. 7.3.1 Reciong�l Trails Regional trails compatible with the County of San Bernardino regional trail system shall be dedicated as a condition oP development. Regional trails are multi -purpose pedestrian, equestrian, and bicycle trails and may be located on utility service roads, including the Front Line Fire Road; utility corridors; and San Bernardino County Flood Control District service roads. 7.3.2 community Traits Community trails shall also be constructed and maintained as a condition of development. The community trail network shall provide links between local and regional trails, school parks, open space, commercial areas, and neighborhoods. Where feasible, Community trails shall be located adjacent to open space areas, as well as along special streets such as Wilson Avenue (24th Street). "_�' � . , �e�-- ' • � `" �VELOPME �. . . CODE • 17.02.140 Definitions... • STABLE, COMMERCIAL: A stable for horses, mules, or ponies, which are rented, used, or boarded on a commercial basis for compensation. • STABLE, PRIVATE: An accessory building for the keeping of horses, mules, or ponies owned by the occupants of the premises and not rented, used, or boarded on a commercial basis for compensation. • TRAIL, COMMUNITY: A trail, generally 20 feet in width, which is a segment of a planned trail system, intended to link local feeder trails with the regional trail system, and designed and improved for riding and hiking purposes. • TRAIL, EQUESTRIAN: A trail which is a segment of a planned trail system designed, improved, and intended to be used for horseback riding purposes. • TRAIL, LOCAL FEEDER: A trail, generally 15 feet in width, which is a segment of a planned trail system, intended to provide access to the rear of residential lots from the community or regional trail system, and designed and improved for riding and hiking purposes. • TRAIL, REGIONAL MULTI -PURPOSE: A trail, generally 30 feet in width and located along flood control and utility corridors, intended to connect residential areas with regional parks, scenic canyons, the national forest, and other major open spaces, and designed and improved for riding, hiking, and bicycling purposes. 25 w�_= • 17.08.070 General Provisions ... • G. Local Feeder Trail Maintenance. All local feeder trails shall be maintained by the property owner in a safe and passable manner, which does not detract from the use or appearance of the trail, and in a manner consistent with the following standards: • 1. Scrap lumber, junk, trash, storage, or debris is prohibited. • 2. Abandoned, discarded, or unused objects or equipment, such as automobiles, automotive parts, furniture, stoves, refrigerators, cans, containers, or similar items, are prohibited. • 3. Trail surface and proper grade shall be continuously maintained for safety and ridability, including removal of excessive size rocks, filling of pot holes, removal of weeds, and refilling of ruts caused by erosion or other disturbances. The trail surface shall be continuously maintained with surfacing material consistent with City Standards. • 4. Construction of any structure within or across the trail easement, including walls and fences, gates, planters, sidewalks, drive aQproaches or similar structures, or installation of any vegetation or irrigation system or device or obstacles of any kind are prohibited. • 5. Vegetation shall be kept cleared from encroaching into the trail to a height of 10 feet and to the full width of the trail. • 6. Trail fences and gates shall be kept in good repair at all times, including replacing damaged members and maintaining plumb. This shall not preclude the property owner from replacing the existing trail fence with another fence or wall material. • 7. Drainage swales, curb and gutter, or similar drainage structures, shall be kept clean and free of debris, trash, soil, vegetation, or other material in a manner that permits proper drainage. • (Ord. 560 § 3, 1996; Ord. 483 § 2, 1992; Ord. 480 § 2, 1991; Ord. 464 § 3, 1991; Ord. 360 § 2, 1988; Ord. 211 § 6 (part), 1983) __ I4�' �--,�c.�rr �f � �� �� ��RANC+C� ;�����; 4 �� � < ._ '��'CUGAMU�i� � ��„ ,-� �' ;��� C A d_ i F CS C' °�,� s. .. � . .. .ti, : x N 7�� j., § t6 � F ��/ �� t'i w% '�°d t%� P p'a R Y �. k �' k t,F �ta G r �p �;i�i �F;•i � S �� � _.. . -.€ t4 �q �� � . /'r-. � � �� �� _P-- �� :: �,�. r„ , �- - 1..�: • 17.OS:Q9ii General design guidelines... • 12. Trails. The city places significant emphasis on the development of regional, community, and local feeder trails. The general plan establishes a trail system to provide an interconnected network of trails linking to parks, shoppping, and employment centers with residential areas. To this end, the following guidelines should be considered: • a. Ail new developments are to be designed in accordance with the master plan of trails and adopted trail standards; • b. Maintain trails on natural surfaces (i.e., no grading) and. locate along natural features whenever possible; • c. Consider existing bicycling, pedestrian, and equestrian access and traditional travel routes through the property, particularly routes to schools; • d. Within the equestrian/rural area, provide trail connections through easements in order to connect disconnected trails and for needed access to recreation activities; • e. Provide local feeder traits on the rear of residential lots for equestrian access and related equestrian service access within the equestrian/rural area; • f. Provide a means of public access to regional trails within subdivisions; • g. Within subdivisions, provide an internal loop trail system of local feeder trails; • h. Plot houses to provide reasonable rear yard opportunity for the keeping of horses and other animals within the equestrian/rural area; • i. Provide atwenty-four-foot by twenty -four -foot corral area in the rear yard of all residential lots within the equestrian/rural area; • j. Grade access from the corral area to the trail with a maximum slope of 5:1 and a minimum width of ten feet. �-- �. 29 17.08.060 Special Development Criteria F. Equestrian Trails. All new residential development within the Equestrian/Rural area designated by the General Plan shall require local feeder trail easements for equestrian purposes, to provide access to the rear of all lots. All non-residential development within the Equestrian/Rural area shall require local feeder trail easements for equestrian purposes where it is determined by the Planning Commission that such trail connections are necessary to link residential areas with the trail system. The unobstructed access and use of said easements shall be enforced by property owner through private deed restrictions. Community Trails and Regional Trails shall also be provided where required by the adopted Master Plan of Trails. Trails shall be designed per City adopted "Equestrian Trail Guidelines." All residential lots with a minimum 20,000 square foot lot area in the Very Low Residential District, Estate Residential, and Hillside Residential District shall be designed to accommodate a corral area in the rear yard and to grade access from the corral to a local feeder trail. For single-family residential tracts within the Equestrian/Rural Overlay District, at least one model home shall be constructed with a corral. 31 C'rt�, of �'- � '?� �g '� C U C A= �� � �' A+i'T {i '.� f � ��# k � J f ��� � � A a �,�� t�� �` a 4 4 33 34 �,,, . � ;.g, �� . iw O tosao c�otc cxrrxtest arnvw, p.a. aax am. nnxcsca coc,�asoaun. cn 9irafl REVIS[OlY — 03/21 JOfi Standard Drawings is an Engineering Department Publication intended to standardize Public Improvement Project Designs. 35 r e 4 -, M ; �, 1t7D1 TRAIL 144T�� 1iH12-�a4 C7I)141kilJNlTif TFi',�.: RE't,+EF:SE olr'fT; I�ARfICYY�R1 1b72-� �o14�Mi19ha11Y fifR1L I71VR1C1MA�! 1�` a �n;5 �OMFdlJNITY TRA1L FRi�1WT �D 51DE AREA 1aARKWA'm"S iQ[j4 1MIUNITY TEEAiI: IhITERIOR ,hPP1,f�CATPCjh1� ip�,15 htEE�lt3N#L TEia4IL• 41�iHItA rGG SSE ���—A �4hBl� TFIiJL Y�IIM:I,�' CITE 1A�TiW SIQE A��S ���_g F���IR TRALI, 2Ca' TO 1� TRA�IstT1oN: '�FiICt,� C„4TE 4�11-1 SIDE ACCI✓SS i�C�—�G F'EE�ER TFtL: f6` WEF11Gl.E GATE WI�II ��r- AC�ESs 18?Q7—A iYpIJI�ITY "4: PA�'S-TWRJGM QE1x�IL 46"-7Q` ����—� wyt?MM4�NITY' TR.P�.: PA',513—T}iR0l1C�i �aEr�uL �RIrATER ThIP,Ni T0�' 1608 GOFAIAUM�iY TRA1L� I'(�htATE PAEtKWiSY �MGl,� ATE 1@09—A [;oR,1Air�NITY Tk.: PIRC+�ATE �SEfil� pOlJ�l.� fiATI= 101�9-8 Cc7MMUM1iY TRAIL: IMTERIOIR SINGLE tsATE 1Qt{D-,�i 1kiUNITY TRf�I�: �-itRdL FENr� 10�4t?-�! ��Gtdl�ill�l TFtIUL; 1 3�FL�1 FEF�GE_ �012 GC`4CI�TE 1aY1lTER BARR1� 7p15 PA5E0 �I�F�T SThIVbArlta There are some 18 pages that reflect Trail Design Standards within this document. [c% 3}fl E k� ( �,: t � i. {ids .}t `.:F^ "Xt k;. x... :. ....--' �i 1. VERTICAL GRADE: The following grades shall be observed: 0: 5 % optimum 10% maximum (or distances over 500 feet. 15% maximum for distances limited to 500 feet or less. 20%maximum permitted onty in extreme cases and for short distances under 100 tees, and only in cases where no vehicle access is to be expected. 2. CROSS SECTION; 2-0%optimum, 6% maximum in approved locatton only. 3. DRAINAGE: Where trail gratlient exceeds 4%, water bars, splash verbs or other diversionary devices maybe required. Location of drainage devices to be reviewed and approved by the Trails Advisory Committee. Decomposed granite stabilizer shall be used. Stabilizer shag be from Gail Materials, Inc. or approved equal. 4. SIDE SLOPE CUTS and FILL: 2:1 maximum; 2%maximum between curb and trail. 5:1 max, turf & 3:1 max. shrubslground cover behind lral, Occasional slope variations will be considered on a case by Casa basis and will require approval by the City Engineer. 5. SURFACING: Trail surface shall be stabilized decomposed granite with 4 inch minimum base. Remove rocks and debris and grade surtace smooth. Stabi{ized tl.g. is available from Gail Materials {909) 279.1095 or approved equivalent. Stabilizer organic binder shall be incorporated with granite f nes by the use of a pug mill to insure proper ration of stabilizer to granite fines. For oath 2" lift, evenly spread the material over the area, grade and smooth. Thoroughly water entire area to ensure that the entire dep� is moist. Roll the area vnth 1000-3000 lbs. of weight. Prior to use allow the finished surface sufficient time to dry. On the side to which the water drains, build up the compacted d.g. to a finished surface of 1!4"-112"above concrete curb, allowing the water to drain over concrete curb in10 ad{acent planting area. `. General notes includes standards such as; vertical grade, cross section grades, drainage, side slope cuts, surfacing, clearance, flood and drainage channel crossings, trail entrances, concrete aprons, concrete headers, special notes, and landscape 37 6. CLEARANCE: AEI trees shall maintain a t0 foot minimum clearance. Adequate sight distance to be maintained at all intersections and drive approaches. Fence line shall end t 0 feet back of the B.C.R. or E.C.R. in 20 fook easements. In smaller easements, determination should be made case by case. Fence line shall end 5 feet back from the top of the 'X" at drive approaches. Adequate access to utilties shoula be maintained. Fence line shall end 2 feet to either side of lire hydrant and t toot to either side of any street light or utility pole. 7. FLOOD and DRAINAGE CHANNEL CROSSING: Where trail must cross existing or proposed drainage Channels, the continuity of the trail shall be maintained by the construction of an appropriate crossing such as a bridge, ramp way, culvert etc. Wood or transverse "medium hroom" finish concrete shall be used to prevent slipping (no metal surfaces permitted). NaturaE streambed crossings should be left as natural as possible. 8. TRAIL ENTRANCE: Trail enhances shall be designed to provide for equestrian, pedestrian/hiking use and shall discourage motor vehicle and motcrcyGe access, except Local Feeder Trails shalt provide one or more means of unobstructed vehicular access for service vehiGes. Access locations subJect to approval by the Trails Advisory Committee. Re[er to standard drawings for bartiers and signs. V'Jhere there Is no barrier, the trail should be posted. Although the Engineering Standards are intended for Public maintained areas Planning Staff has used them as guide for local feeder trail plans as well. w�� ���' �, 10. CONCRETE APRONS: For drive approaches at trail entrances or at drainage crossings, wncre#e aprons shall be a transverse "medium broom" finish. 1 �. CONCRETE HEADER: Concrete header shall be 8 inch per City Standard between trail and ali other abutments. '12. SPECIAL NOTES: Most Regional Traits follow existing or planned flood control facilities coristrudad by the San Bernardino County Flood Control District and Army Corps of Fsglneers. Therefore, any construction within their rights-ofway requires revie�.v and approval by those agencies and is subject to their standards and policies. 3. Landscape areas which would otherwise drain to trail shall be required to colted/dispose of water through area drains. Through the use of conditions of approval as well as design comments during the review process. The Development Community has been appreciative to Staff in providing these standards as guides for their proposals. 39 iYPtCAL SEETIDN C.ZCORAtNE BEDCk kWJ. PVC FENCE ---�1 Ptl+ Sin, OME. 5i110 - LaB1CREiE WFMER — ' UECauRd$Ea CRANtI^� AREA � �- CURB AM GU+YER PLAN VIEW (REAR —ON) - Bi°"` `""` vLANtEq ARFA 6 CONCRETE NLAOER �•��� TRAIt � 6 � STREET rw rEkcE. v{li sro. o.a. +a+o PARKWAY �. u� uu+fACAN. MFR 1MU, %+SRNEp wvD MnoaRD Mn W4Evw.S �F"�Ra�FD Br M p[� 1. �K RO Y�kCI TRHq f5A<[0 RT Gry Ap. bK N1t 5. lOe[ CIINi y( N»rBK0. iRu w!•A5 9 GaM6Y6 OF f [RmYP09!> �i. YMat �M1 N 9rt RACM a W+IMLIg4 ISU +MAt[P �1M A NMl :MU#R ? RGA•OK IIE SM q�q. +� !V9 59�Y�-M! NC 8R-tl4 G 5¢ Rai R0n6 St0. 10J1. 20' COMMUNITY TRAIL ^'" 2EVERSE FRONTAGE SAYS ioo2—a us..R. n.os .ca,umo w rvwe'.ws mr+.Ar.r � vm , v , 9WtaM wCu.Fe TRAIL nznmersa rw� mom+a ror�" STREET e nc oes.a�vs.+m+ r.arc mremuneoa�xx�a.+waxcn sxceeosc x.,wiecw.++anw numwa,�sec+�cnem�:xr•auvr,meonm.o�e ereevc Nm.cuasocs ahxUersrrtaveoss* a. eeetron's�c.waauurore+wamoe�rcrnuw e. ravneaueesr•x,erx r wrnmas xr rraaxn e. waww.amo+eeoernean. a. aee m+a r,sra em rw..a, OF RANCHO CACAYONGA, CALIFORISIA FEEDER TRAIL 20' TO IS' iRANBTflON: YEHIC4E GATB KITH SIDE AGCHSS 1008—B ucwn mrr+m venrrere roe nruc wan. coenunnr � 45n � v , 41 - PRIVATC 1�� LOCAL FEEDER TRAIL SPLIT RA1L POST TO CHAIN GAT[ OP[:N �, ZO' GAfE WITH STEP THROUGH � SOIL SURFACE RADIUS OF 6' 20' FROM CURB FACE �� � EACH SIDE OF BARRICADE 000 -- BLOCK bVALL � MOW STRIP P � — �'+ PLANTER AREA coNCR�r�+��Ao�R �' TRAIL � PARKWAY s' cuRe PVC PENCE CONCRETE DRNE STREET TREES APPROACH 12' MIN, STREET PER CITY OF R.C. STO. DWG. 101-A Plan view provides a layout detail sufficient for construction. Notice the transition area of 20 foot width to 15 feet for sufficient gate and step thru width Staff is now applying this standard to all new subdivisions. 42 METAL PLATE TO STOP THE GATE FROM SWINGING INTO THE PUBLIC RO.W-AND 114" THICK METAL 7" PROVIDE SUPPORT TO GATE. PLATE WELDED FENCE POST TO UPRIGHT PIPE OR BLOC�L, %WELDED TO �OPTOF POST. PIPE TOSSLIDE BLOCK WALL J-L_1J / UNDER CI�T 4 112" 512" WELD 1!4" METAL PLATE --� FOR SUPPORT. • • ��./// /✓// /� �� . \�.\��r FILL POST WITH CONCRETE. � p^ F FILL POST WffH CIXJCRETE. NOTES: 1. GATE CONSTRUCTED OF 2 3/B' GALVANIZED STEEL PIPE. 2. HINGE CREATED BY WELDING GROSS MEMBERS TOA 2 7f8' GALVANIZED STEEL PIPE SLEEVE WITH CAP SLIPPED OVER UPRIGHT GATE POST 3. SINK POSTS 40'. GATE SHALL NOT SWING INTO PUBLIC RO.W. 4. CHAIN SHALL BE 3l8" X 1 3/4' X 1 1/4' MILD STEEL AT 18" LONG 5. LOCK SHALL BE PROVIDED BY THE CITY. B. SEE TRAIL NOTES STD. NO. 1001 Plan elevations and additional notes are provided to provide sufficient details for construction purposes. 43 Drainage maintenance. Substandard Walk Thru Illegal working or disrupting a trail. Illegal Posting. C'iry „( ��RANC �Sj CUCA a���>..�..o, �,..� w� vd.oLm�m,...Wgm.S.ydvm.� -DA PRESERVE ENHANCCMLNT PROJCCT n�u �,� �� �- �. u re t, :, �,� �= --- ���: EAST AVENUE ti� -" � + � � I EQUESTRIAN CENT�2 t _ e A1� �_"�" o.„. � N Completed Community Traits Planned Community Trails -•`'i Olive Grove Park � r,.n H..e � Cucamonga Creek Park - Rest Stop East Avenue Equestrian Center Complete Regional and Community Trail components. 47 • Private Development. • Capital Projects — new and retro-fit. • Trail Abandonment Applications. • Maintenance and Operations City Council Planning Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Trails Advisory Committee Planning Staff Engineering Staff .• Private Development • Subdivision and Parcel map applications • Review of both Community and Local Feeder Trails. • Review of Grading, Drainage, Circulation, Access Controls, and Fencing. 50 0 .� .. �� al �. .. ��r � .�. �� ,� n °.a�� '��, �,yYv �' " �� a. � � xi:: s �F r5 z J �� =." �, .. x i I+ `s. r,. ,• �/ � k� • � r� ' ' �v. 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