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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReporter Summer 2008� s�'�. > � �ANCHO C,'UCAMONGA �� `� I � �-- ��L�,- � � _— � � -�,_.�� _ -�: �" - _--_---._--- that are health5� and have rene�ved theu coinmitinent to conullu- niry design that supports local resources for health}� livulg. Rancho Cucamonga has joined the California Healthy Cities and Communities network and is developuig a two-year actiou � plan that includes mulceting the e�sting "healthy" resources in the �� �� ��'t' C' ll d 1' ff' d tl H ltl RC �� �' Nationwide, a new moveinent is sweepulg cities. IYs called ��� � the Healthy Cities pro�am. I�l response to �•owulg concerns about obesit��, diabetes, and other illnesses, cities have begtui to actively promote policies that engage residents ul more activities iry as we as eve opmg new o eruigs un er ze ea iy =�' brand. ` Rancho Cucamonga has a great head start on the Healthy RC `i concept.The Ciry's system of parks, trails, and recreational and cui- x� t�ual amenities promote healthy lifestyle choices. Police and Fu•e � departments offer a variery of health and safety programs and Building and Safety enforces a variet�� of ardinances focused on health including the recent smoking ban on City property. Rancho Cucamonga's progi�in has three major components:"muid," "body,° and "earth°Wlule we all know how ot�r physical well-beuig is affected by stress, fatigue, or the pace of everyday life today, we may not realize that die reverse is also true, when we physically feel great, iYs easy to be upbeat and optimistic. In addition to promoting healthy minds and healthy bodies, Rancho Cucamonga has added a special component to its local progrun, the idea that RC can be a"greener", more sustainable community. This "earth" component of the pro�•am is already underway with decisions like the recent policy to ban "sryro- foam" at Ciry facilities and the purchase of Compressed Nariu�al Gas vehicles for the City's street sweeping fleet. While the program is still evolving, the City is wasting no time get- ting underway. Starting tlus fall, the City will begin to help RC �. �� �, r �' residents make good choices for their physical and mental health by �",e"i�,` i i � using the new program logo to label healthy choices in the recre- ���' ` -� '' ,�'�1 ation and cultw�al offerings listed in The C�r^apevine. So loolc for the � . �' ` �Mjt , 7 ,. � j;.. - �� ,: Healthy RC logo in your ne�t issue of The G�^apevine, and make a � -` f,� �' � commitment to a healthier you. It doesn't have to Ue NewYear's � � � �,� � � �, 4 ,�; for you to make a resolution far a healtluer futzue. ,;�`� r �=, , � - � ,�" _ ' � w'' '�- _-� ,� =, �` � ��; - 'o � �:'�. :��' �� o, ��. �2;1• � <- iiC �inl�� ace� "Greeyi �al&ey Y111fflaflV�" �. 2 ` City Cele�srates �"� Arl�or Day �. 3 �� ' � �_ ��'. e � r :�� ��� �. I " a�a tlrchibalcl Library to iJndergo an �xtreme I�Iakeovea ��. 6 � .�., �, ;� � ` ., The City of Rancho Cucam the regionwide "Green Valley Imtiative. The Initiative's goal is to make the Inland Empire a center of green technology that emphasizes balanced, sustainable economic and community development to create jobs and improve qualiry of life. On February 6, 2008, the City Council voted to participate in the Green Valley Initiative, and to link the effort with the new Healthy Cities Program.A regional leader for years, the City already operates a number of programs that meet the criteria for the Initiative. Council voted to strengthen and enhance these efforts and to incorporate green initiatives into the General Plan Update. Rancho Cucamonga akeady encourages the installation of solar and alternative energy equipment on residences and commercial developments.The Ciry has seen a recent upswing ui people applyulg to construct "green° build'ulgs using recycled materials and structures that are certified under the "Leadership in Energy and esign (L ) program. e Ciry is now exploring ways to encourage LEED/Green buildings in the City. Incentives under consideration include streamlined review processes or reduced permit fees. The City encourages recycling and the preservation of historic resources through a wide range of programs. In fact, the Historic Preservation Ordinance is currently being updated to encourage retrofitting historic structures to comply with the Green Building program. In addition to respecting the historic features of a building, preserving existing resources conserves natural resources. Other established Ciry programs that meet the policies of the Green Valley Initiative include the Construction and Demolition Waste Diversion Program, the citywide recyding program � "� � �a� _� (Household Hazardous ""�'� �`" ., ,;-r� Waste, Electronic Waste, and Sharps Collection for medical waste), and the banned use of pol5�styrene (Styrofoam) products at all City facilities, and Ciry sponsored events and programs.The Ciry is also developing policies to replace e�sting diesel heavy equipment with com- pressed natural gas equipment to reduce emissions and greenhouse gases consistent with State and Federal mandates.The Ciry is currently replacing older fleet cars with hybrid and clean fuel vehicles. � : ���'`'�` �,, � , .,� �� �� � � � ��� � �k.� ��� i ,�� ��t�� e � �',. ��°i a ���, �� �'$ , �; _� ; � I�blic Input Sou�l�t fo �e ra� �Yan �pc�.ate Rancho Cucamonga has launched the nearly two-year-long process environmental policies, and Global Warming are key among new of updating the City's General Plan and is now gathering important issues to be addressed. public input. The City's General Plan is a critical document—a map for the future, the master blueprint that guides change and development.The Ciry has hired the highly regarded Southern California planning firm of Hogle-Ireland to prepare its General Plan Update.The process commenced in December of 2007 and a completed document is expected to be presented for consideration by the City Council by late 2009. Rancho Cucamonga regards public input as vital for its General Plan Update process.Through the end of summer 2008, the City will be implementing a wide range of public outreach initiatives. These include stakeholder interviews, General P1anAdvisory Cominittee meetings, visioning workshops, a public opinion survey, community workshops, and land use workshops. When the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan was last revised in 2001, it created a high quality vision for a community then facing rapid growth and experiencing major development.The City is now transitioning from rapid growth to maturity. ��s Rancho Cucamonga—now at least 90% buIlt-out—faces new issues and needs to consider goals, policies, and laws for a"mature ciry." Policies on Healthy Cities, Smart Growth, sus- tainable development/Green BuIlding, If you would like to take part in the General Plan visioning process, attend public meetings, or otherwise provide puUlic input, you are invited to directly contact the Cit��'s Planning Department. Please contact James R.Troyer, Plarming Director at (909) 477-2750 or james.troyer@ciryofrc.us or Corky Nicholson,Assistant Planning Director at (909) 477-2750 or corky.nicholson@cityofrc.us for more information. �� �111� � �� 6`����Yl ��.�� � � ���� �1.1�1�.t1V � �,�,�� � , _ �_r _�` � onga has joined Environmental � , D ' " EED Th ��� ..�� � i f � '� � ' ',� V>-z�.k �� � ^v M1 ���� �� ,�� : ��� � d ����,� �� r ��, �� � �� � a�;'�'� 54�. �� y„�� ' � �� � � w, �`'~�,� ��M f 1= d �3 4 . � s� the Mayor ancl Cotmcil meinbers were presented wiYh theTree City USAAward from the Califonua Department of Forestry and iire Protection.TheTree Cit�� USA award recognizes Ranclio Cucamonga for its effective management of tree resources throughout the City. The Coyote Canyon Elementary School students also received a special visit from CityArboristTonyAlbano who gave them a history of Arbor Day and discussed the benefits of trees for the environment. The City's annualArbor Day tree plant- ing is a reminder to residents that the Cit�> continues to build its "Tree Registry Program" which encourages citizens to donate trees to be planted in Ciry parks. Tree donations are a thoughtfiil and unique gift. Gifts of trees are recognized with yotu name oi� a gift recipient's name on a plaque at Cit�� Ilall and a record book in�.whicli you �or the gift recipieiit can recorcl coinments.You can even bring the receiver of the gift along to the uee planting. The City will let you lu�ow when your tree will be planted so 5�ou can inake a cereinony of it. National Arbor Day is a nationwide observance aiined at "stimulating a world- wide program of tree and horticultural planting care"The City of Rancho Cucamonga recognizes trees as a valuable asset for the commtmity, not just for their beaury but also for their contribution to the quality of life. Rancho Cucamonga's envirorunentally friendly uutiatives received a green and leafyArbor Day boost as students from Coyote Canyon Elementary School planted five new trees ui a ceremony at Ralph M. Lewis Park. Arbor Day has deep roots u1 Rancho Cucamonga.The tree planting was part of the City's 19thAnnualArUor Day Celebration and was held on March 12 at Ralph M. Lewis Park, appropriately located on Ehn Street.At the morning observance, � �� „? . � �� }} (r��J�� � �� l'�� �,,.�„ . � �r17�tr•dn Ini�rrn swn:-1'v��L � ..��..� Maillbox T%ls � Sum er An interactive guide to green living is on its way to every Rancho Cucamonga family. So watch the mailbox this summer for your free copy of the Ciry's Green Street Scene CD-ROM. The interactive multimedia CD-ROM is full of information about how you and your family can protect and preserve the environment through green living. Green Street Scene features valuable uiformation about the City's environmental programs—proper disposal of �� ` household hazardous waste, recycling, and stormwater protection. It pro- vides tips on conserving energy, environmentally friendly home and gar- � den care, and environmentally inspired entertaisunent. Interactive liriks `�'` �� ` � will guide you to a host of green internet sites. t,� '� �„ � Rancho Cucamonga's Green Street Scene CD-ROM was funded by a �` .�A grant from the California Department of Conservation and the California Integrated Waste Management Board to promote public education about �� , ` waste reduction and environmental protection. �; �;� For more information on the Ciry's environmental programs, please '�� contact Linda Ceballos, Environmental Programs Manager at � ,� <909) 477-2740 x4060. ,`�,:� ' 'J >� , � _ � �-- , �„ .. ,- w �„ _ ����-�������� � ��t reen �� �rriving i�. � r�'':' , , �� � c� d "rt� ���� � � �, �;, = � .r a� d � �� .. z�.�,. � �; ��'� 9 �. �f .., � `�" � <� �:; �,.�, r. � `,�-_ '�' _•`c � a� _I.4 !- �� � � �°>. t/ �.� �2. ,, .�. � ��,, Pets should be part of your emergencp preparecl- r�.. ness plan. Life in earthquake country means that �" most of tis are accustomed to emergency prepared- ness for our Pamilies, but pets must also be part of the plan. Please give carefiil consicteration to animals when planning for a potential disaster. Pets c�epend on us for their well-being. In return, they're a loving source of comfort during stressfiil or difficult times. Remember, disasters strike without warning, so advance planning is kep to safery for your enCire family. P�PthIBE YOiTR I'b.E�I1T 1lTOW Consider ho�v and wliere your family will reunite if separated, uzcluduig seleetion of a local caregiver for your pet if the animal must be temporarIly out of }�our care. Ideally, this caregiver should live close to you and be someone who is generally hoine during the cla��. Let tliis person know how to access your home or provide this trusted individual with an extra house key for safekeeping. Mal�e sure your pet always wears a current identification tag that uictudes the pet's name, u�d your telephone number as we11 as a Rancho Cucamonga pet license. Not onlv are licenses required by ]aw for dogs four months of age and older, they can assisY in reunit- ing lost pets and their owners.A microchip is another valuable way to identify ��our pet in case you are separated.Animal shelters rou- tinely scan animals upon intake for the presence of a microchip when tiying to locate a peYs owner. � In many emergency shelters, pets will need to be kept indoors in crates. Make sure your pet is accListomed to being in a crate and spends time indoors so that they are familiar �vith these conditions. �C�t�'g'� t`�1�T �imi��2��N��I SiJ�'PI,� �'�' Pack provisions for yotu pet along witlz the rest of your family. Set aside the following items in a dt�ffel bag or other container near an exit ui your home: C' � • A wire pet carrier with Uedding and cover for protection from the elements. Include pet bed(s) or toys if they are easy to carr5�. • Sturdy leashes and harnesses that allow your pet to be tied up temporarily. • A supply of food and fresh water for several days. Inchide bowls, a can opener, cat litter and tray for a makeshift litter box (aluminum roasting pans are perfect). If 5�our pet requires medication, include appropriate dosage as well. • Write down contact information for your veterinarian, a copy of your pet's vaccination record, details about your peYs feeding schedule and contact information for your designated caregiver who is willing to take temporary cus- tody of your pet.Attach this information to the pet carrier in a waterproof, chew-resistant bag. • Carry photos of you and your pet in your wallet far identification purposes. iR��i'�' 'I"O Y)O �&' �OCT�t �'E'�' IS F.OS�' If you are separated from your pet during or after a disaster, immediately call or visit the Rancho Cucamonga Animai Care and Adoption Center and other local shelters. Frightened pets can stay hidden for da}�s, so continually search your neighborhood and sur- rounding community. After the emergency, your pet may be agitated or easily stressed for some time after your return home.Try to maintain as normal a" routuie as possible to allow your pet to calm down. az�� _ _ s�.. 4ffi `� �� ,��`` ;LL� �, �. -�� �:� � �� G� 7�./�-��;t.u,� ���� ',� uff ' e '• ��.� Motorcycle Poker I�uai ` Sunday, June 22nd ����� £��� , Registration from 8:00-10:00 arn est friends. `(Participants are encouraged to pre-register) ay, June 18th Band: Srnoking Gun (2:00-4:00 pm) ay, July 23rd ggQ, Raffle, Giveaways , August 20th 1st 100 to register get free event t-shirt :gin at 7:OSpm _ _. �_, For more information, please contact more information, please contact the Quakes at Animal Center Manager Jen Reynolds at ) 481-5000 or Commtmity Programs Specialist (909) 466-7387 x2078 or Barbara Hanson at (909) 466-7387 x2075. jen.reynolds@ciryofrc.us. ��... For <909 � ,� J .�lo.�._�_ :"^��* .. .�. �.. ,..,�.._.. ... Trap, Neuter and Release: The Humane Solution for Feral Cat Colonies in Raricho Unlike an abandoned cat tame enough for adoption, a feral cat is completely unsocialized, fears human contact, and is content living outside.Attempts to convert a feral cat into a house pet typicalty fail, despite good intentions and great efforts. The traditional approach is to bring feral cat colonies into an animal shelter for euthanasia.This obviously does not ben efit the animals, and it also does not solve the problem. Other cats move in to take advantage of newly available resources where the removed colony once lived.The new cats begin to breed, thus restarting the cycle. The best solution to manage feral cat colonies and improve their lives is known as trap-neuter-release, orTNR.TNR is a nonlethal method in which cats are pain- lessly trapped, vaccinated, spayed or - neutered, and returned to their colony site, where caretakers provide them with food, water and shelter.TNR puts a stop to breedmg ,;,�- - � �� � �,.: �� � � .. �'� ._ � ;.� �R. � +" � , ..- . , ___ _---=--�" C ca on�a improves the health of the cats through vaccination and provides regular meals for feral cats.This cycle of care Uenefits both the cats and the communiry. The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care and Adoption Center provides a TNR program for Rancho Cucamonga residents who know of a feral cat colony within the City. Please contact us at (909) 466-PETS (7387) for further information about ways to aid a feral cat colony near you. <�,. /' � � .�, � :; � ;-, � � '� ._ �m..- � �ii Ia �� �'-� ��.� � ' '� ; � _��i �. =. �k - v$a` � e;_ � �. r�.'�. �,,� ; _ ��� 0 What do a goat rtuuiing down the middle of Foothill Boulevard and a cat stuck in a fence have in common? �� ? Both animals' pleas for help ' will be answered by our own Rancho Cucamonga animal heroes, better known as RC '�� ; ;� Pets Field Services! �, � When a Rancho Cucamonga �.� ���`� resident needs help, local � 'y'�,��> �r-� police, firefighters, paramedics .�v�. . � ���� a �� and doctors are always there to lend a hand. Fortunately for our anunal friends, emergencies of a four-legged variery are handled by the RC Pets Field Services team. They're available to assist with animal-related situations in the Ciry by calling (909) 466-PETS (7387) and asking for Field Services Dispatch between the hours of 8 am and 6 pm, seven days a week. For assistance outside these hours, call (888) 229- 5883.After hours, officers can only respond to emergency calls about anunals in danger or animals posing a threat to humans. From loose livestock to confused cats or wandering wlldlife, these officers have seen it all. "We encotmter so many different scenarios involving animals ...versatility is key for us," summarizes Senior Field Services Officer Winnie Kelly. "We have the real opportuniry to make a difference in what can sometunes be the least vahied part of society." The RC Pets Field Services Team responds quickly to a wide variety of our community's animal law enforcement and rescue concerns, including: • Rescuing stray, sick, injured or abandoned animals • Capturing vicious or dangerous animals • Capturing anunals posing a traffic hazard • Investigating cases of animal cruelty or neglect • Picking up confined stray anunals • Investigating barl�ing or other nuisance noise complaints � Picking up stray or wild deceased animals • Providing assistance to police and fire departments : . � . � � � � � , �, � ,. •.�, �. � � � I I Educating humans and preventing cruelty to anunals are the primary goals of the RC Pets Field Services Team.A go-to resource for all ac�iinal-related subjects, the team has coinpiled frequently- asked questions about wlldlife and dog complaints.This informa- tion is always available online at www.rcpets.info/field.asp. _ _ _ _ . _ _ _._ _ Emer enc Pre aredness and g Y p Res onse Pro ram Offers Real-Time p g Disaster Inforrn����n � � , — ' �",� ' '� �, �z��? �'�,ti�' ,� ,, � .� r�----� �"� "� �, �� i � , �� � . ; � � ` �: I j ���I - � y F� t ( 4 �. � . l� � s L. .�'`"�... � } ....�. ' . �..:..as � w,� �� �. �, _ �__e; , � ,� � � _;:� >,.- _ � <x. ,. _,� -_._,,��,r� #��-�- - � �� r �. � k �� -a �,, ��}�i �, 'ti�, - �� � _ ._ _ a ���'_ �.� ;a; � "�a. .�:'. . �Y�; �, �_ �,-: :1' Archibald Librar� Providing accurate, available, real-time iuforination during a disaster is a top priority of the Rancho Cucainonga Fire Protection District. Disasters can strike at any time and affect anyone.That's wh5� the City of Rancho Cucamonga takes the threat of disaster seriously, mal�ing preparedness and response a priority. Ii7 case of a major emergency, here are tluee alternate sources of accurate, real-time information: • Phone Rancho Cucamonga City Hall at (909) 477-2700 or (909) 919-2907 (a back-up number). • Visit the City of Rancho Cucamonga website at www.cit��ofrcus • Watch RCTV-3 (Chamiel 3 for cable subscribers). ^ Tune into the Iocal PNI radio station 95.1 FM KFRG for broadcast einergency alerts. For more iiiforination on the Emergency Preparedness and Response Program ar any of our other cominunit�� education programs, please contact the Rancho Cucamonga Pire Protection District at (909) 477-2770. ,;:. _ _ _....: , ��� ���� UNDER .._. .. � ���� to Under o a� 3�� ��� � j �m � y���_� ; , i Ek ��=�� ��� � �' G'^� the project is set for �� � I��� L--yx � � � ,1 suminer when school L I B R A R Y ��" �� � is out reducing the impact on students.And ` i w the moment the doors close on June 14, staff ' ' ��� �� ����� is prepared to move all 100,000 books onto �� �~ �f �,�.»d� special rolling shelves, plastic wrap them for <i safety, and move them to temporary storage. ���` Then the contractors will swing into action _ � �` "� �'" � ; � '. � Library lovers need not panic.The PaulA -� � � s=��' '� � t � , Biane Library at Victoria Gardens will be �, available for your library needs, including the ""��,_� �� „�frg� �� �' �� �.� �. �, � � � � . , Summer Reading C1ub.The Biane Library is l �„ ;�� xtreme Ma eover � �� � �, � _ e � � U�,�, _^ , � This summer, Rancho Cucamonga's belovedArchibald Library will be turning a new page. In the 14 years since it opened, more than four million customers have come through the library doors and have checked out seven million items.TheArchibald Library has been loved to the point where it needs an overhaul. From June 14 to September 2 tlus sutntner, the Archibald Library will undergo a rapid and dramatic transformation.The remodel includes practical items such as new floor- ing, fresh paint, new furnishings, a new roof, and an improved air conditioning and heating system. But more dramatic changes are also in store: an expanded, glass-enclosed technology center with 50% more computers, a redesigned children's room and story theater with a fabi�lous new entrance, and lots of new books. The library remodel has been planned meticulously. The liUrary is always busy, but . ���.� .. at 12505 Cultural Center Drive.You can �om � the Suiruner Reading Club beoinning JLuie 21. So, please pardon our progress during this suxnmer and come back on September 2 to enjoy an updated and exciting "new" library. For ongoing updates on the Archibald `�� '�,�� ;¶; Library Remodel Project, check out: �� �'� "�� ... ' �'' http://www.rcpl.lib. ca.us �; l � y � . m r�. '{+ _l � �...� -,� . ; . �, �..� :. . .. �< .»;--� �_�..�:;�. ? _.��.d,t.,�: Buil�.ing and S afety Web S it Adds Handy E-Paym nt � Contractors, builders, and property �� h owners, you can now get sunple pernuts ���� " aizd pay the fees online.IYs just one more �' way Rancho Cucainonga demonstrates its a � � `� �"� business-friendly approach. �` � The City's Building and Safery >,�.- ",�� ��, ��� Department launched the new E-Payment � `�`�`„�,_ feature on Februaiy 1.The payment feature "' � coinpletes a comprehensive weUsite that „� :. -��;µ�• allows property owners and eontractors to �3.-,� ;� appl}� for simple pennits, pay fees, scliedt�le r.t� i,�y,.�� � ��-'�'�` ;>_ ulspections, and Crack t11e status of plan �'� �� checks.And it can be done from the ��✓ t�u,��� ;. -� ` comfort of hon7e an5� time of r. �� � da�r or night. Pa}�mene is a secure ^�` � transaction thaC takes Visa or ��� ,. �.� ; e , o:,�,. � „�� _ �---�i Mastercard. �,w� w � ;� r— "" tt.• l "The customers are really ulto it, '� �� � '� � � � and it's eas5� to use,° reports Jei�nifer � �—�,�� Quan of tlie Builcling 1ud Safenr ��� � � � °""����� � Departmcnt."Peoplc Save a trip �� . .�.�e„�� i �,�;��� i to CiC}� Hall and if t1i�y'Le doin� �, ��ha��� � ` �� I �� � � � � _ ,�.� — __ — ��,.. �.�. , , r �� � �,��� a Garcia Park . .., '�4/x" .�, :�. ��. � �a/.; � '�;� ��.:.-.�/ ` _�;ri�.'.� '�tt± . .a. . i:. ' � ,y �7 � � �„'' . ,,, � � �i;, � 5 � ;. � ' �� �,� ? '. � �,�la t �; , w�, r ,� �. � �� - r, '� ,. .,. d� (. i �1 '""�,.`: �.��,a` , r�< . \,, � ��� Y i14 l� �' 1 '� t � l . I � k � t V�� Prl� � . � � 1d.'i ? r a � t I I, i � v r i P} i . ��. r F � . .. �4 .. �rt e ty _ t rr'p � � �� 12ancho Cucamonga is adding a 29Ch p�uk to its green, gorgeous inventory— Gu-cia Park in the �tiwanda area. The new five-acre park is expected to open u1 Che Fall of 2008. Garcia Park will be home to a fiili basketb�ll court, softball field, exercise course, pla}� area and tot lot, picnic area ��,ith tables and barbecues, restroom facility, and onsite parking lot. The construction couCracC was recently approved by Railcho Cucamonga City CouncIl and coiistruction shot�ld begin sl�ortlS�.The Park is located on the east side of fl1e I-15 nortlieasC of Foothill I3oulevard and Etiwanda Avenue. The Cit�� of Rancho Cucamouga is well known for the 28 high qualiry parks clesignecl and maineainect for the enjoyment ancl use of Cit�� resideirts. Soon, resictents wIll have one more to enjoy. �� � _ multiple pennits, they can do them all at ozice °' Some examples of the simple permits available onl'uie are: • Residential furnace replacement • Dishwasher connection replacement • Residential roofing materials replacement • Insta7lation of residential skyliglits • Elecri•ical panel upgrade (100 ainp to 200 amp maxitnum) • Residezitial elecn-ical fu�tures (receptacles and switcl�es, replacement of lighting fiYtures) • Residential water heater replacement and upgrade � Residential water pipiug replacement � • Stucco or viiiyl sicling replacement • Demolition and removal of residential swimming pools For more information, caritacC Jennifer Quaii at (909) 477-2700 x4224 or visit the web page at lucp://w�ryv cit��ofrc. us/dept_bld�s��fet�>.htm `i I .. .. . - `r8,. ,':. _ � FUN�FILLED Public Works � � � ��� � ���� The City of Rancho Cucamonaa's Public Works b iVIauitenance Section will be hostulg their 2008 Public Works Open House on: �tY ��y o�-�i�1`�1�.: / � 1L�e�� 1�e1VlLo � Ga�� � ltl'Jlo 'I'he Open I�ouse will take place at the Corporate Yard, 91§3 Ninth Street (�etsveera Vineyard & Hellman) E��ryone i� W�lcome F�r ano�-e i�af'ormatioig please call (909) 477-2730. r.;: � �; � ���� ��. — 7;' i. ~ � on tq � _h�-U _.� • t. ,,:-�TM- �� ; � � �-�f�F, �A �� �- �. ��-� - � � -� �� + v; 1 _ . � } ,,, � � � - �a �� ;��1' �` .1 � �� j � � ; � ,�� w :,_ 3 i i � Light Rail Extension Through Rancho Cu�amonga Under Stu�.y The Metro Gold Line is the commuter light rail system that opened 'ui 2003 connecting Union Station in downtown Los Angeles with Pasadena. Plans are underway to extend the system 24 mIles east, adding stations from Arcadia to Montclau. If fiulding is secured this year, the segment to Azusa . would be operational Uy the end of 2012, with the segment to Montclair opening just two years later. A new study is being couducted to evaluate if the system should be e�tended fiirther to the LA/Ontario InternationalAuport.The study team is now evaluating a variety of possible routes and looking at potential station locations in ' Upland, Ontario and Rancho Cucamonga. Tlus initial study is the first step in tlus lengthy process. Public input is a critical coinponent of the current study evaluating the extension to the LA/Ontario International Airport. Community workshops will be offered tluoughout the study process. For additional information, please contact the community hotline at (909)7403170 or visit www. goldline2 ontario. com. www.cityofrc.us 10500 Civic Center Dr. ° P.O. Box 807 ^ Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729 •(909) 477-2700 ^ Fax (909) 477-2846 I3onald J. Kurth, M.D., ll�uyor • L. Dennis Michael, Mayor Pro Ten� • Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams, G'oaaracaZ�raembes^s