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12/09/199922795 Barton Road Grand Terrace 1ballfbrnia 92313-5295 1 ` Civic Center (909) 824-6621 Fax (909) 783-7629 Fax (909) 793-2600 Byron R. Matteson Mayor Dan Buchanan Mayor Pro Tem Herman Hilkey Lee Ann Garcia Don Larkin Cou=U Members Thomas J Schwab gyp' 1 cwmamQa December 9, 1999 CITY OF GRAN D TERRACE CRA/CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETINGS 2ID AND 4' Thursdays - 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers Grand Terrace Civic Center 22795 Barton Road Grand Terrace, CA 92313-5295 ' A I CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 9, 1999 GRAND TERRACE CIVIC CENTER 7 00 P M 22795 Barton Road THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1"0. IF YOU REQUIRE SPECIAL, ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING, PLEASE CALL THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT (90 ) 824- GI AT LEAST 49 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING. IF YOU DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL DURING THE MEETING, OTHER THAN UNDER PUBLIC COMMENT, YOU ARE ASKED TO PLEASE COMPLETE A REQUEST TO SPEAK FORM AVAH.ABLE AT THE ENTRANCE AND PRESENT IT TO THE CITY CLERK. SPEAKERS WILL BE CALLED UPON SY THE MAYOR AT THE APPROPRIATE T 4L * Call to Order - * Invocation - Dr Tom Harvick, Colton Christian Church * Pledge of Allegiance - * Roll Call - STAFF COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS RECOMMENDATION ACTION CONVENE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Approve 1 Approval of 11-10-99 Minutes 2 Approval of Check Register CRA112499 & CRA120999 Approve 3 Civic Center Restoration Project Update Receive/File ADJOURN COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 1 Items to Delete 2 SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS A Women's Club Presentation of Check to the City to Prese =on1Ap mVnadon Purchase Defibrillating Equipment 3 CONSENT CALENDAR The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and noncontroversial. They will be acted upon by the Council at one time without discussion. Any Council Member, Staff Member, or Citizen may request removal of an item from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Approve A Approve Check Register 112499 & 120999 B Ratify 12-09-99 CRA Action C Wain Full Reading of Ordmancea ou Agenda D Approval of 11-10-99 Minutes Approve E Measure I Capital Improvement Program 1999-2000 Approve F Council Member Travel to Fiscal Reform Committee Approve MEEM CITY OF GRAND TERRACE PENDING C R A APPROVAL COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 10, 1999 A special meeting of the Community Redevelopment Agency, City of Grand Terrace, was held in the Council Chambers, Grand Terrace Civic Center, 22795 Barton Road, Grand Terrace, California, on November 10, 1999, at 6.00 p in PRESENT: Byron Matteson, Chairman Dan Buchanan, Vice -Chairman Lee Ann Garcia, Agency Member Don Larkin, Agency Member Tom Schwab, Executive Director Brenda Stanfill, City Clerk Patrizia Materassi, Community and Economic Development Director Virgil Barham, Building & Safety Director Lt Pete Ortiz, Sheriffs Department ABSENT: John Donlevy, Assistant City Manager Bernie Simon, Finance Director John Harper, City Attorney APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 28. 1999 MINUTES f CRA-99-68 MOTION BY AGENCY MEMBER HILKEY, SECOND BY VICE-CHAIRMAN BUCHANAN, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the October 28, 1999 Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes APPROVAL OF CHECK REGISTER CRA111099 CRA-99-69 MOTION BY AGENCY MEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY AGENCY MEMBER LARKIN, CARRIED 5-0, to approve Check Register CRA111099 RESOLUTION APPROVING SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE OF THE MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS (MT VERNON VILLAS PROJECT - 1985 SERIES A) CRA-99-70 MOTION BY VICE-CHAIRMAN BUCHANAN, SECOND BY AGENCY MEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the revised Second Supplemental Indenture of the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Grand Terrace Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Mt Vernon Vitas Project) 1985 Series A and the Resolution of the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Grand Terrace Approving the Second Supplemental Indenture Relating to the $30,000,000 Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Mt Vernon Villas Project) 1985 Series A and Authorizing the Execution Thereof CRA AGENDA REM NO. PAGE 1 PENDING C R A AOPROVAL CITY OF GRAND TERRACE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY DATE. NOVEMBER 24, 1999 CHECK REGISTER NO 112499 OUTSTANDING DEMANDS AS OF _ _ _ _NOVEMBER 24, 1999 _ CHECK NQ. VENDOR DESCRIPTION AMOUNT 13144 JOHN LAMPE TEMP PLANNER, 10/20-11/2/99 56160 13152 U S E COMMUNITY SERVICES HOUSING LOAN PAYOFF 3,87217 42801 ARROWHEAD CREDIT UNION, VISA L C C CONFERENCE, CITY MANAGER/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR, UC SEMINAR, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 1,01992 42802 DAN BUCHANAN STIPENDS FOR NOVEMBER, 1999 15000 42805 ROBERT CHAGOLLA CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS PAYMENT FOR REHABILITATION AT 12520 MIRADO 14,616 00 42608 ROBERT CHAGOLLA CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS PAYMENT FOR REHABILITATION AT 22381 VAN BUREN 16,591 50 42810 DANKA OFFICE IMAGING MAINTENANCE ON KODAK COPIER, OCT 1999 5610 42812 DRUG ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM LAWN SERVICE AT 22846 PALM/12335 VIVIENDA 6000 42813 MADELINE FALCO REIMBURSEMENT FOR LOCAL MILEAGE 5103 42818 LEE ANN GARCIA STIPENDS FOR NOVEMBER, 1999 15000 42820 HERMAN HILKEY STIPENDS FOR NOVEMBER, 1999 15000 42824 JOHN LAMPE TEMP PLANNER, 11/3-11/16/99 49842 42825 DON LARKIN STIPENDS FOR NOVEMBER, 1999 150 00 42829 BYRON MATTESON STIPENDS FOR NOVEMBER, 1999 15000 42832 CATHY PERRING TEMP PLANNER, 1025-11/10/99 14000 42833 PETTY CASH REIMBURSE PETTY CASH 1616 42840 MARIA RODRIGUEZ JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR HOUSING REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT, OCT, 1999 8000 42850 SOUTHERN CA EDISON COMPANY ELECTRIC AT 12730 MIRADO 325 42851 SOUTHERN CA GAS COMPANY GAS AT 12730 MIRADO 142 r PAGE 1 PENDING C R A A'rrAOVAL CITY OF GRAND TERRACE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY DATE: DECEMBER 9,1999 CHECK REGISTER NO: 120999 OUTSTANDING DEMANDS AS OF. DECEMBER 9, 1999 CHECK NO. YZNQQB DESCRIPTION Opt A III 19, HY I t9 A Mull! LuMPU I I- It uUNf3UL I AN 1, SUILUINu A SArt I Y as uu 42880 HASCO REPAIR THERMOSTAT, 12730 MIRADO 28933 42881 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE/BLDG OFFICIALS CODE PUBLICATIONS, BUILDING A SAFETY 13075 42884 JOHN LAMPE TEMP PLANNER, 11/17-11/30/99 49842 42887 MCI TELECOMMUNICATIONS PHONES FOR HOUSING REHABILITATION DEPT seal 42890 KATHY PERRINO TEMP PLANNER, 11/17-11/30/99 18500 42894 PETRA WEST FINAL RETENTION FOR REHABILITATION AT 22120 PICO 3,31463 42892 PETTY CASH REIMBURSE PETTY CASH 2476 42894 PLANTS, SITES A PARKS AD, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 2,57025 42895 EVE ROBISON GENERAL CLEANUP AT 22723 LA PAIR 504 97 42897 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO VELLUM MAP, 2284a PALM 527 42903 U S BANK TRUST DECEMBER PAYMENT ON 1997 COP BOND ISSUE 23,260 00 929A9 YQS�MITf ;YAT�IzS PATTI FP WATI=13 HAI ISINA RPH/ III IT, TIAN WT 1809 TOTAL 30,999.79 I CeRTIFY THAT, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, THE AFORE LISTED CHECKS FOR PAYMENT OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMERT AGENCY LIABILITIES HAVE BEEN AUDITED BY ME AND ARE NECESSARY AND APPROPRIATE EXPENDITURES FOR THE OPERATION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BERNARD SIMON FINANCE DIREC FOR Community Services Department Staff Report CRA ITEM (XX ) MEETING DATE DECEMBER 9, 1999 SUBJECT CIVIC CENTER RESTORATION PROJECT- UPDATE NO FUNDING REQUIRED BACKGROUND: In October, 1999, the Redevelopment Agency Board of Directors authorized the bidding of the restoration and repair of the Civic Center due to cracking being experienced in various areas of the building The project has been advertised and bids are being solicited, with a proposed bid opening on December 7, 1999 DISCUSSION: As the bid process has progressed, a number of issues have arisen between Staff, WLC Architects and Contractors regarding the following topics Materials to be used, including the type of block to be used to replace the removed portions of the wall Potential costs of working during the holiday weekend This may significantly impact the overall bid costs for this area of the project Timing of the project The total time allotted for the project is 30 working days Contractors are having reservations regarding such a tight time frame Staff is working diligently on the project to resolve many of the issues A decision has been made to delay the receipt of bids until December 21, 1999 to resolve many of the issues This extension has effectively eliminated the possibility of initiating the project during the holiday period previously discussed A more detail report on the status of the project will be presented orally at the meeting RECOI<iMENDATION• That the Agency Board receive and file this report FISCAL E%IPACT: None by this action CRA AGENDA ITEM NO. ,3 STAIt F REPORT MANAGEWS DEPARTMENT CRA ITEM ( ) COUNCIL ITEM (XX) MEETING DATE December 9, 1999 SUBJECT WOMEN'S CLUB PRESENTATION OF CHECK TO THE CITY TO PURCHASE DEFIBRILLATING EQUIPMENT FUNDING REQUIRED xx NO FUNDING REQUIRED The County Fire Department has, for some time, set a goal to become equipped with automatic defibrilllatmg devices which will allow basic life -support -trained firemen to utilize a defibrillator in the event of a cardiac emergency The units cost approximately $5,000 each The Fire and Rescue Association has purchased and equipped the main fire engine with an automated defn'billator and the ( Women's Club is donating funds to purchase half the cost of a second unit to be placed with the `- heavy rescue vehicle The City will match their contribution and order an additional unit Currently, funds are available in the general fiind budgeted for fire station support STAFF RECONQdENDS THAT COUNCIL ACCEPT THE FINANCIAL DONATION FROM THE WOM N' S CLUB, MATCH THE AMOUNT FROM OUR CURRENTLY BUDGETED FIRE SUPPORT ACCOUNT AND AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF AN ADDITIONAL DEFIBRILLATING DEVICE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NQ.1 LN I PENDING ' CITY OF GRAND TERRACE COUNCIL APPROVAL DATE- NOVEMBER 24, 1999 CHECK REGISTER NO: 112499 OUTSTANDING DEMANDS AS OF NOVEMBER 24, 1999 DESCRIPTION AMOUNT CHECK NO. VENDOR PERS RETIREMENT FOR PAYROLL ENDING 1029/99 4,21689 13142 13143 SHEILA CISNEROS BIRTHDAY BONUS 5000 13144 JOHN LAMPE TEMP PLANNER, 1020-112199 1,59840 13145 BRAD LAWRENCE CPR/FIRST AID TRAINING, CITIZENS PATROL 20000 13146 PETTY CASH REIMBURSE PETTY CASH -CHILD CARE 15833 13147 LEAGUE OF CA CITIES MEMBERSHIP MEETING, CITY CLERK 2500 13149 ARROWHEAD UNITED WAY PAYROLL DEDUCTION 1000 13150 N A S PAYROLL DEDUCTION 5000 13151 COSTCO MEMBERSHIP, ONE YEAR 3500 42798 AA EQUIPMENT RENTAL COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS, MAINTENANCE DEPT 3192 42797 ACCENT PRINT & DESIGN BUSINESS CARDS AND PRINT SENIOR NEWS LETTER 19602 42798 ADDINGTON CONSULTING ENGINEERING ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 13141 DIANA CONDOR AND BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENTS, OCT. 1999 5,580 00 42799 AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION AD FOR PLANNING TECHNICIAN 5000 42800 ARROW STRAIGHT STREET STRIPING 3,31023 42801 ARROWHEAD CREDIT UNION -VISA AMERICA ON LINE, COMPUSERVE, VOLUNTEER PICNIC SUPPLIES AND FOOD, UCR CONFERENCE, ADP TRAINING, LEAGUE OF CA CITIES CONFERENCE 3,30245 42802 DAN BUCHANAN STIPENDS FOR NOVEMBER, 1999 25000 42803 CA PAVING MAINTENANCE SLURRY SEAL 2,25000 42804 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ELECTRIC FOR BARTON215, SEPT, 1999 3216 42807 CHILD CARE 2000 MAINTENANCE ON SOFTWARE, CHILD CARE 37500 42808 CITY CLERKS ASSOC OF CALIFORNIA MEMBERSHIP FOR 19992000 8000 42809 CITY NEWSPAPER GROUP NOTICE TO INVITE BIDS AND CITY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT 14300 42810 DANKA OFFICE IMAGING MAINTENANCE ON KODAK COPIER, OCT, 1999 4590 42811 DICKSON COMPANY STREET SWEEPING, OCT, 1999 2,082 50 42814 FEDEX EXPRESS MAIL 1925 rAvL: C CITY OF GRAND TERRACE DATE. NOVEMBER 24, 1999 OUTSTANDING DEMANDS AS OF. _ CHECK REGISTER NO _ NOVEMBER 24, 1999 112499 CHECK NO. VE .DO DESCRIPTION AMOUNT 42843 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE FEES FOR FIRST AND SECOND QUARTER, 1999/2000 5,429 50 42844 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO FUEL FOR CHILD CARE VAN 3332 42845 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CRIME PREVENTION OFFICER FOR NOVEMBER, 1999 80,442 00 42846 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 12280 42847 DONNA SEGAL CD'S FOR CHILD CARE COMPUTER SYSTEM 6150 42848 BERNARD SIMON REIMBURSEMENT FOR ADP TRAINING COURSE 4050 42849 SMART & FINAL IRIS COMPANY PROGRAM SUPPLIES, CHILD CARE AND SUPPLIES, COUNTRY FAIR 22861 42650 SOUTHERN CA EDISON COMPANY ELECTRIC FOR STREET LIGHTS AND POLE AT RR PARK 3,48308 42851 SOUTHERN CA GAS COMPANY GAS FOR CITY OWNED/RUN FACILITIES 13087 42852 SYSCO T FOOD FOR CHILD CARE 1.87066 42853 T Y LIN INTERNATIONAL-MCDANIEL PROGRESS PAYMENT FOR BRIDGE PROJECT 1.50915 _ 42854 SHERVIN TEHRANCHI INSTRUCTOR, KARATE AND TODDLERATE 33800 42855 THE JUMPER CORP CPR/FIRST AID CLASSES FOR CHILD CARE STAFF 63000 42856 CHRISTIE THIERRY REIMBURSEMENT FOR ADP TRAINING CLASS 3276 42857 TOYS R US PROGRAM SUPPLIES FOR CHILD CARE 2797 42858 CATALINA VARELA REIMBURSEMENT FOR KITCHEN SUPPLIES FOR CHILD CARE 5790 42859 WAXIE JANITORIAL SUPPLIES FOR CHILD CARE 35661 42860 WEST GROUP CALIFORNIA CODE UPDATES, CITY CLERK 10344 42861 WESTERN EXTERMINATORS PEST CONTROL FOR CITY OWNED/RUN FACILITIES 15500 42862 WILBERS EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT 991 42863 XEROX CORPORATION MAINTENANCE/USAGE FOR XEROX COPIERS, OCTOBER, 1999 38852 42864 YOSEMITE WATERS BOTTLED WATER FOR CITY OWNED/RUN FACILITIES 118.45 TOTAL, 127,550" ay+ =r 0 PAGE 1 CITY OF GRAND TERRACE COUNCIL APPROVAL DATE: DECEMBER 9, 1999 CHECK REGISTER NO: 12M9 OUTSTANDING DEMANDS AS OF: DECEMBER 9, 1999 CHECK Nth. Y9NQQR DESCRIPTION AMOLIN 13153 DRAGOS BARBU BIRTHDAY BONUS 5000 13154 AON RICK SERVICES, INC PUBLIC OFFICIALS BOND 17500 13155 AON ENTERPRISES CRIME POLICY BOND 48600 13156 DIEL EVANS & COMPANY, LLP TAX SEMINAR, FINANCE STAFF 19000 42672 MATTHEW AAAINGTON Pt ANNING COMMISSION MEETING, I ifill88 2500 42813 RENE AVILA REFUND, WASTE WATER DISPOSAL SERVICES 1300 42875 CITY NEWSPAPER GROUP NOTICE, PUBLIC HEARING AND INVITE TO BID 13750 42878 SHALLON CUSACK REFUND, RECREATION PROGRAM 2000 42877 MARYETTA FERRE' PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, 11118/99 2500 42678 G T AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON, NOV 1999 700 42879 JERRY GLANDER REIMBURSEMENT FOR SEMINAR goo 42882 INTERSTATE BRANDS CORP BAKERY GOODS, CHILD CARE 1652 42683 JANI-KING OF COLTON CLEAN CARPETS, CHILD CARE CENTER 5000 42884 JOHN LAMPE TEMP PLANNER, 11/17-11/30/99 1,41858 42885 ALBERT LI REFUND, WASTE WATER DISPOSAL SERVICES 1800 42888 DICK MC DANIEL REFUND, WASTE WATER DISPOSAL SERVICES 900 42887 MCI TELECOMMUNICATIONS PHONES FOR CITY OWNED FACILITIES 97475 42888 METLIFE LIFE INSURANCE FOR DECEMBER, 1999 88853 42889 OTIS ELEVATOR COMPANY MAINTENANCE ON ELEVATOR, DECEMBER, 1999 23572 42892 PETTY CASH REIMBURSE GENERAL PETTY CASH -FINANCE DEPARTMENT 11940 42893 PETTY CASH REIMBURSE PETTY CASH -CHILD CARE 25890 42888 JOHN RUNKLE REFUND, WASTE WATER DISPOSAL SERVICES 4800 42888 COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO SHERIFF OVERTIME AND CELL PHONE FOR JULY-SEPT , 1999 4,315 49 42899 SYSCO FOOD FOR CHILD CARE 45281 42900 T T LIN PROGRESS PAYMENT FOR BRIDGE PROJECT 518 80 42901 MARY TRAINOR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING,11/18199 2500 42902 TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT 2.05500 CITY OF GRAND TERRACE PENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING - NOVEMBER 10. 1999 A special meeting of the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace was called to order in the Council Chambers, Grand Terrace Civic Center, 22795 Barton Road, Grand Terrace, California, on November 10, 1999, at 6 00 p m PRESENT: Byron Matteson, Mayor Dan Buchanan, Mayor Pro Tem Herman Hilkey, Councilmember Lee Ann Garcia, Councilmember Don Larkin, Councilmember Tom Schwab, City Manager Brew Stanfill, City Clerk Patna Materassi, Commuruty and Economic Development Director Virgil Barham, Building & Safety Director Lt Pete Ortiz, Shenff's Department ABSENT: John Donlevy, Assistant City Manager Berm Simon, Finance Director John Harper, City Attorney The meeting was opened with invocation by Councilman Don Larkin, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Herman Hilkey ITEMS TO DELETE - None SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS - None CONSENT CALENDAR CC-99-168 MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM BUCHANAN, SECOND BY COUNCELMEMBER HICKEY, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the following consent calendar items with the removal of item 3D 3A Approval of Check Register No 111099 3B Ratify 11-10-99 CRA Action 3C Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda 3E Authorization for the City Clerk to Attend the League of California Cities New Law and Election Seminar in Monterey, December 8-10, 1999 3F 2000 Redlands Bicycle Classic 3G Approve Finance Director Attendance at League of California Cities Financial Management Seminar to be held D erzmbrr 9 through 10, 1999 ITEM REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR COUNCIL AGENDA ffM �� Council Minutes November 10, 1999 Page 3 League Fiscal Reform Committee meeting She requested that a discussion item be added to the next agenda with regards to the Park and Recreation Committee taking on the events that the Recreation Department typically runs Councilmember HilkeX, reported that Omnitrans will hold a public meeting on Saturday, November 13, 1999 to discuss the transportation needs of the community from 9 30 to 11:30 am at the Civic Center PUBLIC HEARIlVG - None - None NEW BUSINESS 8A. Sustainabihty Principles - Request for City Council to Review Planning Commission Packets 8B. Review and Reassign Representatives/Alternates to Various Government Organizations CC-99-171 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-0, to assign Councilmember Larkin to the following organizations which were previously represented by Jim Singley Alternate San Bernardino Valley Water District Advisory Committee Representative. California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (Board of Directors) Representative. San Bernardino County Gang & Drug Task Force ORDER OF ADJOURNMENT Mayor Matteson adjourned the City Council Meeting at 6 40 p m , until the next CRA/City Council Meeting winch is scheduled to be held on Thursday, December 9, 1999 at 7 00 p m CITY CLERK of the City of Grand Terrace MAYOR of the City of Grand Terrace Community and Economic Development Department STAFF REPORT CRA ITEM () COUNCIL ITEM (X) MEETING DATE DECEMBER 9, 1999 FUNDING REQUIRED NO FUNDING REQUIRED X SUBJECT Measure 1 Five Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Twenty -Year Transportation Plan RECOMMENDATION: Approval. Background Every year the City is to update and adopt the Measure I Five -Year CIP and the Twenty - Year Transportation Plan This year a new, simpler format was requested and therefore we have adjusted to it Our Measure I, Five -Year CIP is attached and includes both our transportation/traffic and street rehabilitation projects Please refer to the table in the resolution, Attachment A Please note that a larger percentage of our Measure I subvention is now allocated to street rehabilitation, for the last few years the allocation was approximately 50% to transportation/traffic and 50% to street rehabilitation The current proposal allocates from 30-50% to transportation and from 51-70% range to street rehabilitation Also, please note that street rehabilitation projects are proposed to use Measure I to cover approximately 70% of its cost and 30% is proposed to be covered by redevelopment funds as available Twenty -Year Transportation Plan Per SANBAG's Measure I Guidelines, the required Twenty -Year Transportation Plan may consist of °a narrative policy statement which will guide the jurisdiction in its continued programming of funds for the remaining tern of the Measure I Program" (2010) This narrative must be consistent with the General Plan Circulation Element and other jurisdictional and regional plans (Please refer to Attachment B for the Twenty -Year Transportation Plan narrative, mostly paraphrased from the City's General Plan Circulation Element) 22795 Barton Road • Grand Terrace, California 92313--V6t9 % bA ITEM NO. 3 RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND TWENTY-YEAR TRANSPORTATION PLAN On the 9th day of December, 1999, on motion by , seconded by , and carved, the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace finds as follows WHEREAS, San Bernardino County voters approved passage of Measure I in November, 1989, authorizing San Bernardino Associated Governments, acting as the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority, to impose a one-half of one percent retail transactions and use tax applicable in the incorporated and unincorporated territory of the County of San Bernardino, and WHEREAS, revenue from the tax can only be used for transportation improvement and traffic management programs authorized in the Expenditure Plans set forth in Ordinance No 89-1 of the Authority, and WHEREAS, Expenditure Plans of the Ordinance require each local jurisdiction receiving revenue from the tax to expend those funds pursuant to a Five -Year Capital Improvement Program and a Twenty -Year Transportation Plan adopted by resolution of the local jurisdiction, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that 1) The City Council of the City of Grand Terrace, State of California, hereby adopts the Measure I Five -Year Capital Improvement Program and Twenty -Year Transportation Plan, a copy of which is attached to this resolution 2) In case of an emergency, such as flooding or other major necessary road expenses, these funds could be reallocated Attachment "A" TWENTY-YEAR TRANSPORTATION PLAN The City's goals from the General Plan Circulation Element are 1 To provide for a transportation system which supports planned land uses and improves the quality of life 2 To promote the safe and effective movement of all segments of the population and the efficient transport of goods 3 To make efficient use of existing and future transportation facilities 4 To protect environmental quality and promote the wise and equitable use of economic and natural resources Objective 5 of the City's General Plan Circulation Element states "The City will ensure that the Master Plan of Streets and Highways Circulation System is completed by utilization of a variety of means to fund the construction of these improvements In addition, the City will pursue alternative means to fund ongoing maintenance and safety enhancement of the circulation infrastructure " The Street Rehabilitation Program will be consistent with the City's General Plan Circulation Element and with Measure I Ordinance No 89-1 The allocation of Measure I subvention funds is twofold First, is to maintain and rehabilitate our existing roadway system and, second, to complete our Master Plan of Streets and Highways Circulation System The overall allocation of Measure I funds is from fifty to seventy percent (50-70%) allocated to the street rehabilitation program, and from thirty to fifty percent (30-50%) to the Transportation/Traffic Program The specific priontization of street improvements, be transportation/traffic or street rehabilitation program will be based on 1 The size of the area, 2 The seventy of the problem that the street improvement is intended to eliminate, 3 The City's ability to procure funding therefore, and 4 The impact of the improvements on the City's sustainable economic growth efforts ry l Please refer to the planned circulation improvements attached, necessary to complete the Grand Terrace Circulation System per the General Plan In addition, the City's fiscal programming of on -going improvements will consider the use of special assessments to those properties which most directly benefit, i e , Circulation Fee Program Attachment "B" City of Grand Terrace PROPOSED MEASURE i CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM - F.Y.1997 TO 2010 (Amended 12110198) (REVISED) LOCATION TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC YEAR OF COST CUMMULATIVE TOTAL IMPROVEMENTS (5VIQ COMPLETION Southern Pacific Rail Road Replacement of Bridge 1999 $140,000 $140,000 bridge at Barton Road Michigan St at Barton Upgrade to Major Highway 1999 105,000 245,000 Road to Commerce Way Barton Road at Vivienda Upgrade of Barton Road to Major 1999 30,000 275,000 Highway including sidewalks and ADA ramp at the comer Mt Vernon at Grand Upgrade to Secondary Highway, 2005 196,000 471,000 Terrace Rd (City entry) to raised median and City entry sign ; 300It South - Mt Vernon at DeBery Construct traffic signal 2007 79,000 550,000 - PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS/GENERAL ROAD MAINTENANCE (500A) City Wide Slurry Seal and Street Maintenance 1998 128, 797 40 678, 797 40 Paving Program City Wide Slurry Seal and Street Maintenance 1999-2010 421,202 60 $1,100,000 Paving Program TOTAL ESTIMATED $1,100,000 MEASURE I • EXPENDITURES BY 2010 Measure I revenue estimated to 2010 is $1,300,966 Attachment C REPORT MANAGEWS DEPARTMENT CRA ITEM ( ) COUNCIL ITEM QN MEETING DATE December 9, 1999 SUBJECT COUNCIL MEMBER TRAVEL TO FISCAL REFORM COIVIIVIlTTEE MEETINGS FUNDING REQUIRED xx NO FUNDING REQUIRED As the Council is aware, Lee Ann Garcia has been appointed to the Fiscal Reform Committee of the League of California Cities This is a special committee composed of approximately forty members throughout the State of California to track and influence legislative policy pertaining to fiscal reform in the distribution of revenue flowing to the cities This committee should turn out to be fuuly influential with the legislators and will provide more direct contact between our city representatives and the legislature Currently, the committee is structured with a majority of medium to large cores Since there are fairly distinct revenue issues between small dies and medium to large cities, representation by small cities on this committee is vital so that small city interests are not bargained away in order to create an environment more conducive to medium and large sized cities Currently, motor vehicle in lieu fee is on the table and, although the state currently provides a backfill for the amounts being reduced, there is no constitutional guarantee that the backfill will remain In small cities, motor vehicle in lieu fees can represent 25 to 35% of their general fund revenue However, in the case of medium to large -sized cities with large property and sales tax basis, a motor vehicle in lieu fee is less vital and they might be willing to trade it out for some other component of revenue stream In accordance with our Travel Policy, Council authorization is needed for the projected one meeting per month through the end of the current fiscal year, necessitating approval for approximately seven meetings at an expense of $200 per meeting The $200 per trip covers the cost of a round-trip flight to Sacramento, airport transfers and lunch STAFF RECOMMENDS THAT COUNCIL AUTHORIZE COUNCIL MEMBER LEE ANN GARCIA' S TRAVEL TO THE FISCAL REFORM COIVMTTEE MEETING AT APPROXIMATELY ONE PERMONTH AND APPROPRIATE $1,400 TO COVER THE COSTS OF THE TRAVEL COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NO. Jf� Community Services Department Staff Report COUNCIL ITEM (XX) MEETING DATE DECEMBER 9, 1999 SUBJECT AWARD OF CONTRACT CONCRETE MAINTENANCE SERVICES NO FUNDING REQUIRED BACKGROUND: As part of the Fiscal Year 1999-00 City Wide Maintenance Program, Staff solicited bids for the removal and replacement of lifted sidewalks, curb and gutter throughout the City This year's program has focused on the area of town west of Mt Vernon and consists mostly of sidewalk repairs The Staff received two proposals as follows ■ Martinez Construction $13,387 20 ($5 per square foot) ■ Craig Wallace Concrete $15,870 50 ($7 per square foot) Staff is recommending the award of a contract to Martinez Construction as the low bid on the project Martinez Construction is located in Grand Terrace and appears to be a very qualified company RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council award a contract in the amount of $13,387 20 to Martinez Construction and authorize Staff to execute the agreement FISCAL EKPACT• $13,387 20 which is included in the current Fiscal Year Street Maintenance Budget ATTACHMENT: Sidewalk Repair List COUNCIL AGENDA REM NO. ,� Nov 1 51999 Hisrorkl & Cuftural Acftvtths Committee Mbmws for NevemkrAt 19" CFIYCLBK The meeting was called to order by Chauman Pauline Grant at " 00 pm Thee present were Pauline, Ann Petty, Juiy McBride, Brenda Stanfill, Sbrly Rosenlild- CoZ= Ed.-nund on and hannah Laister Secmftry's NUnutes- The minutes w ere read and approved with one change - ParAeraph 5 should have Mated the Grand Tenac a City Newspaper Motion to accept made by Colleen seconded by Ann, all in favor Treasurer's Repot The Budget shows a balance ofSI,339 93, Petty Cash Sl'1 36 I,— r Histariml Repent Showcase - Mr w err of the old Grand Temee Market ham more rtetas along with what we have Showcase will be changed when the Water Company retrieves their things, Arai will can them C«mh7 Fair The Lnom donated use of their coffee pot and the coffee Roc Edmundson will make the coffee, Pauhine will buy doughnuts Prices for all food and drink wdl remain the same Shelly prepared certificates for the Children r, Cookie Contest There are 9 cl:ldren participating So far, we have 5 ehths, 5 cookies, 5 cakes, 3 pie& 4 breads, 3 Jams and Jelhes and 3 !.a . Artn has arranged for several helpers Shelly now has 5 downs. her whole family Dancing and a singer all in place Public address system, easel on stage, tables on stage, tables for Fnends ofihe Libian have been arranged Shelly wffi prepare Schedule of Events" sign. Pauline got 6 bales of hay and cornstalks for the yard We have 38 participants and Arm reported that cable ads are very effective Judges are Don Larktri, Pat o `rt, High Grant, Steve Peter and Gary Shum%% There will be 4 raffle pnzes All adverusutg was handled by Pauline and Shelly New Business Adopt A -Park Ann made a motion to support this with Judy seconding, all m favor As we are a city committee, we cannot support financtally except on our own_ The next meeting will be December 6 Hannah said since the Birthday Patty was the 9th, we must have another special meeting, this will be November 15 at , 00 p_mm at City Hall. Ann suggested that we invite the Wens as special guests to the Birthday Party Our own Ann Petra was chosen "Volunteer of the Year' at the Volunteer Picnic on October 16 She received a plaque and a large basket Arm wanted it known that she was not on eh ed m Grand Terrace Days as stated in V-upm Hartford s column on October 20 The meeting was adJoamed at 8 25 p m Do not forget the meeting on November '5 =7r,� Hannah Laister Secretary COUNdL AGENDA ITEM NO. � Community and Economic Development Department STAFF REPORT CRA ITEM () COUNCIL ITEM (X) MEETING DATE. DECEMBER 9, 1999 FUNDING REQUIRED SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION - NO FUNDING REQUIRED X Circulation Improvement Fees Adopt Ordinance Background The City Council, at its meeting of January 22, 1998, approved the Circulation Improvement Fees/Program in concept and directed staff to draft an ordinance with the following recommendations 1 That fees for low and medium density residential be balanced and easy to administer, 2 That fees reflect the source of traffic impact of future development, and 3 That retail fees be evaluated in view of the goal to increase retail tax revenues Proposal Staff has incorporated all City Council recommendations in the revised fee program Three sets of fees were developed The first set is for the commercial industrial area east of 1-215, which is designated District A These fees will cover the fair share contnbubon for traffic impacts throughout the City due to development of this area Fees raised in this area would primarily cover the cost of the Commerce Way extension The Circulation Fee Program includes five major land use categories The second set of fees is for new development in all other parts of the City or District B. including the Barton Road Specific Plan area and residential areas This set of fees is also based on a fair share cost allocation formula Residential low and medium density fees are similar and easy to administer The third set of fees will cover the cost of traffic signals and is proposed for all parts of the City for the five major land use categories 22795 Barton Road • Grand Terrace, California 92313-51LOt,lNMAKMDA ITEM NO. to 1� 1 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING A NEW CHAPTER TO THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING A TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENT FEE AND A CIRCULATION IMPROVEMENT FEE WHEREAS, an increasing level of vehicular traffic within the City of Grand Terrace is causing increased traffic congestion and delay, and WHEREAS, this results in economic loss and a lowering of the quality of life for the citizens of the City of Grand Terrace, and WHEREAS, existing funding is inadequate to ameliorate of problem, and WHEREAS, new development creates additional traffic, thereby increasing the problem, and WHEREAS, on December 9, 1999, the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace conducted a public hearing on the proposed establishment of a Traffic Signal Improvement Fee and Circulation Improvement Fee and duly considered all testimony, information and data presented to it, NOW THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace does hereby ordain as follows Secbon 1 Add a new Chapter to establish a traffic signal improvement fee and circulation improvement fee, which shall read as follows TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENT FEE AND CIRCULATION IMPROVEMENT FEE A Purpose B Definitions C Traffic Signal Improvement Fee D Circulation Improvement Fee E Use of Traffic Signal Improvement Fee F Use of Circulation Improvement Fee G Capital Improvement Program H Fee Waivers or Fee Reductions I Fee Adjustments A Purpose- The City Council has found and determined that new development in the City of Grand Terrace increases the amount of traffic utilizing the Fees required by this chapter shall be paid upon application to the City for a building permit for any construction which adds a low density residential unit, medium density residential unit, retail commercial area, industnal/warehouse acreage, or office professional area to any parcel of real property within the City of Grand Terrace No budding permit shall be issued until the fee is paid Computation of the amount required shall be made by the Budding Official or a designated representative D Circulation Improvement Fee Circulation improvement fees are hereby imposed on the construction of all new low density residential units, medium density residential units, retail commercial areas, industnal/warehouse acreage, and office professional areas in accordance with the schedule of fees that may be established by the City Council by resolution No fee shall be assessed on any City, County, State, or Federal government use Two circulation improvement fee districts are hereby established District A shall encompass the portion of the City bounded by 1-215 on the west, Barton Rd on the north, Michigan on on the east, and Main St on the south District B shall encompass all other areas of the City Fees required by this chapter shall be paid upon application to the City for a budding permit for any construction or major remodel which adds a low density residential unit, medium density residential unit, retail commercial area, industrial/warehouse acreage, or office professional area to any parcel of real property within the City of Grand Terrace No budding permit shall be issued until the fee is paid Computation of the amount required shall be made by the Building Official or a designated representative E Use of Traffic Signal Improvement Fees A special Traffic Signal Improvement Fee Account is hereby established and all fees collected shall be deposited therein Signal Improvement Fees Low Medium Retail Industrial/ Office Density Density Warehouse Professional Residential Residential (Unit) (Unit) TSF-GLA (Acres) TSF-GLA All Distncts $ 80 $ 80 $ 150 $ 550 $ 120 All revenues raised by the imposition of this fee shall be applied to the design and construction of traffic signals and supporting infrastructure at the locations identified on Exhibit A Section 5 First read at a regular meeting of the City Council of said City held on the 9t' day of December, 1999 and finally adopted and ordered posted at a regular meeting of said City Council on the 13' day of January, 2000 kk Attest City Clerk of the City of Grand Terrace and of the City Council thereof Mayor of the City of Grand Terrace And of the City Council thereof I, Brenda Stanfill, City Clerk of the City of Grand Terrace, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace held on the 13t' day of January, 2000, by the following vote AYES NOES ABSENT ABSTAIN City Clerk Approved as to form City Attorney w X. Vianning\transportabonlarcuiation improvement fee ord 12-9-99 wpd IT T, G T Table A Circulation Improvements to be Funded by Fee Program Street From To Total Cost Share Distribuition Distnct j& All Others 1 Barton Rd SP R R 1-215 Overcrossmg 00792 0 24E $928,125 00 $73,507 50 $228,318 75 2 Barton Rd 1-215 n a 0 167 0 29: $1, 800, 000 00 $300, 600 00 $527, 400 00 3 Barton Rd Honey Hill Dr N E City Limits 00138 03894 $895,312 60 $66 074 06 $348,634 69 4 Michigan St Barton Rd Commerce Way 04924 0 234E $105,437 50 $51,917 41 $24 725 09 5 Michigan St Commence Way DeBerry St 04417 02121, $152,812 50 $67,497 28 $41,641 41 6 Main St SFRR SPRR 0667 01605 $56,100 00 $37,418 70 $9,026 49 7 Main St "650 ft west of Michigan Michigan St 01701 0 518C $0 00 $0 00 $0 00 8 Mt Vernon Ave Pico St Raven Way 00099 01722 $92,137 50 $912 16 $15, 866 08 9 Mt Vernon Ave Barton Rd 100 ft north of Minona 00296 07011 $134,625 00 $3,984 90 $94,385 59 10 Mt Vernon Ave Grand Terrace Rd 300 ft south 00296 07011 $242,875 00 $7,189 10 $170,279 66 11 Mt Vernon Ave Canal St N City Limit 00296 07011 $485 000 00 $14,356 00 $340,033 50 12 Commerce Way 900 ft North of De Berry Pico 08314 00681 $1 051 750 00 $874 424 95 $71,b24 18 1311 Commerce Way Pico Main St 08314 00681 $1 730 850 00 $1 439 028 69 $117 870 89 Total $7,675,025 00 $2,936,910 77 $1,989,806 32 LI 1 Apr 19 99 09:25p Jamie Sweeney` f, (909i 926-4025 p.3 City of Grand Terrace Community and Economic Development Departmert Economic Checklist F_orM _<, 1 Project Title Traffic Signal and Circulation Improvement Fee Ordinance 2. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Grand Terrace Community and Ecoramic Development 22795 Barton Rd Grand Terrace, CA 32324 3. Contact Person and Phone Number: Patrizia Materass( (909) 824-6621 4. Project Location, Citywide S. Project Sponsor's Name & Address: City of Grand Terrace Comm,mity and Economic Development 22795 Barton Rd Grand Terrace CA 92324 6. General Plan Designation: Not Applicable 7. Zoning- Not Applicable & Description of Project This project involves implementing a Citywide Traffic Signal Irr provement Fee and Circulation Improvement Fee for all new residential, comirercial, and industrial development within the City of Grand Terrace Monies collected from these fees will be used by the City to construct traffic signal and roadway improvements required as outlined in the Circulation Element Uadate Study 9. Surrounding Land Uses and Settings- Varies Citywide 10 Other agencies whose approval is required- None Rpr- IS SS OS _ 26p Jamie, Sweeneil, X4 (SCSI S26-4025 p 5 --a.z do Imes (sod Seppsrf tofwmiloa Soave") Potsollslly Pokein6y Lai than No Sgadicast Siptftint Slp'lfieant impact Impact U1110- Impact '41 laeorper ii ed I Land Use toll PlaaWkS. Would the proposal 3) Conflict with general plan dempauon or zonmg) (Source f(s) ) b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or Policies adopted by agenctes with jurisdiction over the project? ( ) 0 Be incompatible with existing land use in the vicmttyg d) Affect agnculhual resources or operations (e g., trapsew to soils or farmlands, or Impacts from saoompOve laid toes)? ( ) e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established commumty (tncluding a low-income or MIZIonty community)? ( ) 0 a i] A A bnef cq taraaaon to atsswetr I DfacuasM m a separate box This is a joined cell and will be used for the di.cussior Fortson of the untial study coinxmiag the responsed to the formetwoned question 11. Popnlatioo and Hotafsfog, Would the proposl a) CurnulsOvely exceed official regional or local O O ;] poPulatbon pwjeetions? ( ) b) Induce s AWWit al growth in on area either directly oc i diteWy (e-g through PMJeCM in an undeveloped =a or extensm of major infimuucture)? () 0 Displace ex>" housing, especial'y affordable O O hoome ( ) A brief mplanatioe to aosv er 11 The project Apr 19 99 09 27p Jamie Sweenev T;,r 19091 926-4025 p 7 issues (sad Sappod brasyado� S�accas)t PottatiWr Potendaltv S4allksae LA S! than Stga afksat Na uapact impact URN" Impact M3tt¢awn lacorponted N Air Q§2ft. Would the peoposal a) Vsolate my wr quality sumdard or contribute to an O ❑ O twain a projected tit quality violation? () ❑ ❑ ❑ b) EVOW MDptave recxptors to pollutants' () O Q 0 c) Akff air movement, Moisture- or temperature, or cause any cbMF 0 chcu"' () ❑ O p d) Means objectsonalbc odors' () 4 braf acplCAUM to OPM V The project V! Trsssportt b&Cirtwbdm would the proposed result to a) bp+eased velvcle Ines or tratTtc congestion? () O ❑ O b) Hug& to S&fM from dest® fexRtaes (e R , ship caves or dangaons tnterAMons) or mgmtable uses (fc*-_,• farm egtupmeatl' () c) 19i�e uwc Onagency tcceS5 Or ace: w to nearby umi � ❑ d) iasoiitckat Dig capacR7 on-eite or off site" () O © C, 0 e) )` mt& or belles for pedeSmm or btcycltsts? () 0 f) Confik a enth adopted policies supporting altamabve 0 R ftupamwn (e &, bus tumours. bicycle racks)' ( ) Cl J rne g) RA v4wboor nr traffic unpacts'' () ❑ ' Bnef Upb am= to SMwer V1 Rpr 19 99 09 29p 1.41 4:/ L Ii7 J 4 Jamie Sweeney ` 3, of 10.1 urN� cr-.a 19091 S26-4025 p 9 —Asx O inua (sod �1Peri Iolbraattoa SottreM). ----.. Tot""Ity potcatiNty L.asthan Z.El S%nd"MSWO"I-Int 5Jp�fkaet Impee: Unl'vi impact KAW11 e �+ Brief explana� to aUWW 1X iacorponled The project. x Noise, would the proposal result In a) lncr+eaae lu exi" rxxn keels? ( ) 0) Exposure of people to were noise levels? () OO 0 Oa Ig► Brief explanadaa to amwe X The project X1 Public . W*uM the PrOPO ! have an efiact Leon, or result to a need for now or altered government services us any oftk foltowmg areas a) Fine pmuctm? ( ) b) Pollee pm OMOB? ( ) O :7 O c) Schoch', ( ) O O O d) .ifamiertaoce of pubiiC f=l'twA includingO O e) Other govern SWAM9 () roads� () O 0 5K O Brief explanation of answer }(I The project, X'L lj' t a yd 9wvidw SYMM Would the proposal result to a need fir new syim= or supplies, yr substantial afternoons to ibt: kGowtng tmltttm a) Power or natuAl gn? ( ) b) Commute ems? ( ) O O =) O O c) Local of regional wader treatment or distribution fac1hues? ( ) O 0 CI d) Sewer or septK t WM? ( ) @) Storm ww&amw f) Solid wssm dupoftp 8) Local or nealonal water supplies? ( ) O O 7 AC Bncd explaOatim Of aaswei Xil The project. Apr 19 99 09 30p Jamie sweenev (SCSI 926-4025 p 11 Iaoa (aaa 9appart Iateroodoa Soarcelp XI11 Aeathetim would the proposal a) Affect a wore vista or scene highway? ( ) b) Have a demonstrable negmve sestheuc effect? ( ) c) Crean tight or glare? ( ) Brief explanatioA to a>swa XIII The project. XIV, Crltwal Resooreea. Would the proposal a) Disturb paleontologl resotitces? ! ) b) Disturb archaeological resources? ( ) c) Affect historical sources? ( ) d) Have the potentul to cause a pbys:cat change which would affect =que ethMc cwbz21,.dues.) ( ) e) Restrict exis n religious or sacred uses within the potemai impact am? ( ) Brief explanation to answer XIV Tbc project. XV Romadm W*Wd the proposal a) Inown the demand for neighborhood or regional parka or other rec resttonal fjobtles? ( ) b) Affect aaa:wg m asootid opp MMuties,) ( ) Brief explanation b answer XV Ile project Poteaddly Poleatladr „csr Maa No Sidorfiwt &gsificaat 51:aificaat Impad Ispaet Laima Iepct Mitgatwo Incorporated O O O O D D O ] D O D x o u ] P Rpr 19 99 09 31p Jamie Sweeney UKON.) crtrwt„ (9091 926-4025 p 13 Ax- C Issues (and supper! iabmstba Sasrea) XVI Mandatory fisdiap of s*niAeaaee. a) Does the project have the potasW to degr&& the 9Ui+ of the environment, substaatially reduce the hnbmte of a fish or wfldhfe species, cause a fish or vnWh a population to drop below self-sustaining levels, dmatea to ell mute a plant or anima! cottamtlataty, redwe the number or restrict the range of rare or endangered plat or aaiMl, ehawzte miportant I ezampin of the major periods of Cahforma )ustory or prebutory? f b) floes the project bare the potential to achieve short - won, to the disadvantage of loag4erm-.ro , envom== SO Wc) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cummulaavely consadersble'7 ("C'uroernilaavely coc aide:abk" >s>eans thaa the meret>IDental effects of a protect am considerable when viewed M eormectmon with the effects of past projects, the effects of otbw current projects, and the effects of other probable future projects.) d) Does the project have eaviroatinental effects which will cause substarwal adverse effect on butran bangs, either directly or mduecdy,7 Potdatla0y Pote"011y $iga{ttmt SVl&*Ot iropaet L skis Magnh. t.arpenAW ■ ■ Less than No ttadksat loped Impact 0 X 2 Apr 21 99 04.57p Public Works . ' 909-413-3170 p 2 Brief explanation to answer I The project will generate fees to fund construction and completion of components of the City's circulation element of the City's General Plan The project is 100% consistent with the City's General Plan and therefore will have no significant impact. Brief explanation to answer It The project will have no impact on population and housing in the City of Grand Terrace Improvements to be funded by the fee program will not displace any existing housing, Brief explanation to answer III The fee program and improvements to be constructed by the flee program will have no significant impact on geological conditions Brief explanation to answer IV The fee program and improvements to be constructed by the fee program will have no impact on drainage or water quality Road improvements to be funded will be designed to preclude any impact that can be attributed to runoff Brief explanation to answer V The fee program and improvements to be constructed by the fee program will have no significant impact on air quality Brief explanation to answer VI The project will have no significant impact on transportation/circulation Traffic congestion and safety will be improved as a result of the roadway construction and circulation element improvements funded through this fee program Brief explanation to answer Vll The fee program and improvements to be constructed by the fee program will have no significant impact on biological resources Brief explanation to answer VIN The fee program and improvements to be constructed by the fee program will have no significant impact on energy and mineral resources TEP, P C Box 18355 Irvine CA 92623 December 7, 1999 Pion �e/Fak 949 552 4357, To Patrizia Materassl, Community and Economic Development Director, City of Grand Terrace From Craig S Neustaedter Subject Circulation Improvement Fees l �1 Per your request, I'm providing the following information for Council review concerning circulation impact fees For the Council's review I'm suomittmg the following TableA-clrculaticn improvements to be funded by fee program (EX hi b i r S DYO� 11� CkM io Table 8- arterial Intersections warranting future signalizatlon 6kt-A-0vc{lrinace) TablesCll through 63. signal and circulation fee analysis TMeo- survey of circulation fees for selected cities In the Inland Empire Comparison of Proposed Circulation Fees with Fees from Other Cities I was able to find comparable fees for five cities in the Inland Empire which are shown on Table 0 The proposed fee for Grand Terrace showr on Table D Is the combined fee for signals and circulation improvements As indicated by the data shown on Table D, fees can vary significantly from city to city and from use to use Factors that affect fees include the following The cost of the improvements to be funded by the fee The quantity and mix of new development which will be paying the fee The quantity of trips generated by new development versus the quantity of existing and regional trips The methodology used to calculate the fee Can the fee be based on the number of trips generated by new development? The proposed fees shown on Table C1 through C3 are based on the typical daily vehicle trip generation rates for major five land use categones It is recommended that new developments in the City be charged the fee on the basis of units of development such as dwelling units, square footage, or acres Instead on number of tnps generated This is because units of development are tangible and be easily quantified for the purpose of fee calculation Transportation Engineering and Planning, Inc ATTACHMENT B 6 IGRAND TERRACE CIRCULATION AND_ SIGNAL FEE ANALYSIS 1 - ---- - - -- - r- !FEE ALLOCATION FACTORS i r Circulation Improvement Fee Analysis r I j D)5TlQiCT, A + ITrips lintercept iAdlusted 'AllocationlQu+intity IParamater iFPeAlloration I 1 Factor _ Ib Use � -----� _ ( er Umt Factor p-- - tLow Densiy Residential i 11 e, 1 001 118 0 01 151D U's 0 000425605 IMedium Density Residential - I 165I -- 1 00; 16_5l 601 , 21'D s U' j 0_00042509 lRetail _ ( I 190941 - - - - 0 751 14321 I -- - 0 771 444 88 TSF GLA ` 0 001741A31 Industrial\Worehouse _ i 37401 1 00 37401 0 20 72 21'Acre 0 002802141 ;Office Professional l j _ _ 1401 I 1 001 140; 001' 10'TSF-13FA I - 0000757432 (Total i ( 23257 i I 18484 1 00 I 1 , L-- CostAssigned�to New Development $2 936 911 ;Fee I I i Urnl Fdctor Fee per Und 'Low Density Residential ' D U's 000042560 S1 249 96 i 4Medwm Density Residential 1 D U's 0 00042509 $1 248 45 Retail �TSF-GLA U 001741531 __$b 114 72 InduslnaljWarehouse _ Acre 0002802141 _ $8 229 64 i !Office Professional 1 L TSF GFA 0 000757432j $2 224 51 Traffic Signals i f --"-- i [Total f -- - - - - - i 'I - - Cost $1 500 000 I i r I i Local trip factor 1 0 63993 i I New trip factor 04724 FEE ALLOCATION FACTORS - - i 'Circulation Improvement Fee Analysis fAll Districts i j ' hT--------- rips 'Intercept iAdlusted Allocation Quantity Parameter 'Fee Allocation Density Residential iFactor t 5621 1 001 5621 iby Use I !per Unit Factor 0134 715�D U's - 0000185272 ,Low I jMedium Density Residential i i 5094 i _ 1 00' 50941 0121 6481D U's 0000185262 IRetail I i 360261 0 631 22786; 054 839 39!TSF-GLA f 0 000639757 111ridustrial\Warehouseessiona 65321 1001 6532 015 126 68!Acre 0001215178 Office Profl I _ 23991 1 0011 2399 i 0 06 210 08 TSF-GFA 0000269121 1 ntal I i 556721 42432 ` 1 00 ]_ - - I - - - - �CostAssigned to New Development i - I - - I $453 454 61 I ---- I rIr ' i jFee ( 10rnt I Factor - iFee per Unit I i 41 ow Density Residential i I jD U's n On0185272, $84 01 ji I I 'Medium Densely Residential ID ll's 0 00018b2bZ1 $84 01 iPtetail - 1TSF-61-A j 00006-3975711 $29010 ' IndustnaINWarehouse i fAcr_e 0 001215178 ITSF $551 03 + ---------- Office Professional --------------- ---- -L- J---- GFA 0 000269121 ----- J-------L--------- $122 03 Community and Econorruc Development Department STAFF REPORT CRA ITEM () COUNCIL ITEM (X) MEETING DATE: December 9,1999 FUNDING REQUIRED NO FUNDING REQUIRED X SUBJECT: Continued Public Hearing for the Proposed Open Space Element RECOMMENDATION: Re -open and continue the Public Hearing on the Planning Commission's Motion that the City Council Adopt the Proposed Open Space Element by Ordinance Approving General Plan Amendment GPU-99-03 and E-98-07, Receive any Testimony; Close the Public Hearing and act on one of three possible options as follows Option One: Adopt the Ordinance Adding the Open Space Element to the City's General Plan with the addition of Appendix " 1" Option Two: Adopt the Ordinance Adding the Open Space Element to the City's General Plan with the addition of a modified Appendix "H" allowing for development of any area, regardless of elevation, that had previously been "quamed" on the western face of Blue Mountain lying northerly of De Berry Street. Option Three: Refer the matter back to the Planning Commimon to review the issues regarding potential development for the western face of Blue Mountain and to have the Planning Commission report back to the City Council Background: On October 14, 1999 the City Council opened the public hearing for the Proposed Open Space Element of the General Plan Several speakers, who indicated that they had property interests on Blue Mountain, requested that the matter be continued so that they could have additional time to review the recommendations of the Proposed Element The City Council, responding to this request, continued the public hearing on the Open Space Element to the meeting of December 9, 1999 Option One: In order to answer the questions of the property owners regarding the recommendations of the Proposed Open Space Element, staff is proposing that an additional appendix, Appendix TI," be l 2_'795 Barton Road • Grand Terrace, California 92313-%4 j FAbA ITEM NQ.1(�"f South of De Berry, there are three property owners Mr Kidd, Mr Karger and Mr Ritz. Mr Kidd owns a significant portion of the western face of the Mountain below De Berry Street He has expressed his concerns about the impact of these policies on his property He has indicated that if the steeper portions of the Mountain are to be left in their natural state than consideration should be given to make these areas part of a future park Mr Karger has also reviewed these recommendation and feels that they will not restrict or change his plans for the development of the 10 acres he owns on the Mountain, but he opposes such limitations on development for "philosophical" reasons related to less government and more options available. Mr Ritz, who owns the southerly 52 acres on the Mountain, appears to be generally agreeable to the recommendation as long as the lower, less steep portion of his property can be developed The proposed R1-20/RH limit would allow for the lower, less severe portion of his property to be developed He has also expressed an interest in developing at least one pad high up on the Mountain. No roads nor quarrying disturbances exist in that portion of the Mountain. Option Three: If the Council feels that these issues may require some additional study and review, than it would be appropriate for the Council to consider "Option 3" and refer the matter back to the Planning Commission for review and a report to the Council Respectfully submitted, Jo pe Pl r PM Xjl Approved by �{ US&I Patrim Materassi Community and Economic Development Detector Attachment. Proposed Appendix "Ir with diagrams and photos c \office\wpwm\wpdocsA�g\John\opcn\heamo-1 wpd h �4 7tla iy�,. *I,t y Yf J yj 2 For that portion of the western face of Blue Mountain lying southerly of the easterly prolongation of De Berry Street, development will be limited to an elevation defined by the location of the existing RI-20/RH zoning boundary or 1,300 feet whichever is higher This ,all protect the more severe slopes of Blue Mountain. The first policy for the northerly portion of Blue Mountain will allow for development on the lower, less severe, portions of that area The limitation of 1,450 feet will mean that, in general, no development will be allowed winch would be higher than the highest, existing residential structure (23235 Palm Ave ) on the western side of the existing Honey Hill development. This will mmimi visual impacts to the "Mountain" and will match the existing development in Honey Hill In addition, some of this area has been disturbed by prior quarrying, much of it is heavily scarred with old quarry sites lying higher than the 1,450 feet. For these quarried areas development would be allowed up to an elevation of 1,550 feet winch is the approximate elevation of the top of the water tankheservorr on Honey Hill This limitation would include most of the area that has been subject to the earlier quarrying operation. The policy also includes a provision that any such development above 1,450 feet would only be allowed if there were very minimal grading or land form modification involved All grading will conform to the City's codes and policies Tins policy will allow for the development of portions of this northerly area while protecting the scenic and other resources of the "Mountain" cited by the General Plan Task Force Please refer to the attached diagrams/pictures The second policy is based primarily on the location of the existing RI-20/RH zoning boundary r This boundary was drawn following the adoption of the 1988 General Plan. It basically follows the break in slope along this portion of Blue Mountain. To the west of this zoning boundary, the slope`s are less severe, to the east much of the "Mountain" is very steep with slopes in excess of 50% which are generally considered unsuitable for development. To allow for some flexibility in determining where the development limit should be, the policy also includes a provision allowing for the limit to be set at 1,300 feet whichever is higher, i e the zoning boundary or 1,300 feet. This 1,300 feet is just below the elevation of the existing water tanks/reservoir at the end of Van Buren Street. This will allow for some development on all those parcels lying southerly of the easterly extension of Van Buren Street but will protect the more rugged, much steeper portions of Blue Mountain in keeping with the recommendations of the General Plan Task Force Current density standards are not proposed to be altered The Hillside Distract (H) allows a maximum density of 1 unit per acre with clustering of units to restrict construction to lower slope areas. Therefore the proposed policy will not alter development rights For example, a 52 acre parcel at the southerly end of the Mountain which is presently zoned R1-20 and RH, could have, under the existing codes as a clustered development on the less severe sloped areas, up to one dwelling unit per 8,000 square feet. The new proposal would not change these provisions and the same density could be allowed Please refer to the attached diagrams/pictures Plan depending upon priority le-vel Identify regional endangered species using Within 5 yrs FI existing data and specific county data currently in de%elo ment De%elop school programs for organized hies W Am 5 yrs Fi bo% scout and girl scout hikes for recoerition and planting of Blue %fountain Lupins (the blue u Acaers along the trail) Dc%elop a Fire 0-verlay Zone in connection with W Am 5 yrs FI applicable agencies which will introduce fire retardant -vegetation adjacent the back} ands of residents of the area Other items that may be included in the Fire overlay Zone may include prohibiting wood shingles and similar architectural materials Consultant City and contracted Fire Agency can de-velop the Fire O-verlav Zone Create a regionally onented Open Space Element Within 10 )Ts FI for continuity of other city and county conservation areas Develop the City Wilderness Park property, W ithm 20 y-rs F4 located directly above Wren, Finch DeBerry and Cardinal, as a passive park with a trail head and parking for Blue Mountain trails which could 'fork' to Box Mountain trail Practical Side While complete impro-vement of a park and hiring trail system may involve significant time and capital, the land use and zoning items may be developed as caseload permits or with small scale consultant contract The existing access road could be improved as a fins phase w-ith negotiations with property owners and a trail head installed at the Wilderness Park w-ithout a large sum of funds expended Trails otherwise could be dedicated to the Forest Ser-vice or other agency who already has regulations and insurance to cover public trail, i e , potential injunes to users, School programs may also be self -funded, insured and directed An Adopt -A -Park Program and an insurance plan needs to be in place for a first phase of otherwise recommendations will be a burden on the City budget It is the challenge of the General Plan Mentors to embrace such tasks as this and to help eliminate potential burdens to the City budget The mentors will work as -volunteers to appropnate city departments to help make the recommendations a reality If we do not plan, two to three million residents will come to California in the near future, some will come to Grand Terrace and they will plan for us A forest of telecommunication towers and water resertious could destroy Blue Mountain s horizon through time Roads and large, flat, steep dust cut slopes with concrete flat housing pads will populate the hillside The emiroriinent could be so crowded that pnvacy maybe eluninated and the -value of existing easement development would be reduced No more rock outcroppings, coyotes, not more sage brush or Lupins, but a hill like many others - one that lacks identity W e do not want this to happen Blue Mountain is one of the City's best assets and we need to take advantage of this natural resource Let s preseme Blue Mountain and make residents proud of it' PIMOAM sMowiNtr l,lMtT o a� AE K WPMC, W ? 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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPU-99-03, E48-07 ADDING THE OPEN SPACE ELEMENT AND RESPECTIVE NEGATIVE DECLARATION WHEREAS, per State Law the General Plan is the top hierarchical document providing guidance to the City's orderly growth and development, and WHEREAS, per State Law each element of the City General Plan shall be consistent with each of the others and all other City development documents shall be consistent with it also, and WHEREAS, the Open Space Element is consistent with all other General Plan elements as they stand, and WHEREAS,per State law the General Plan shall be periodically updated to reflect community values, City long term goals and reasonably current data, and WHEREAS, the Government Code of the State requires that a cis general plan contain an Open Space Element, and WHEREAS, the Open Space Element will guide the City in utilizing open space to preserve its natural resources, to provide for outdoor recreation, to protect the public health and safety, and to enhance the community's identity, and WHEREAS, the Open Space Element includes the following 1) an "Executive Summary" covering the main points in the Open Space Element, 2) a discussion of the purpose and reason for the Open Space Element, 3) an inventory of the existing open space resources in the City, 4) a discussion of the future open space needs of the residents of Grand Terrace, 5) identification of important open space issues, 6) a statement of goals, objectives and implementing actions, and, 7) a final discussion on fiscal considerations and implementation strategies WHEREAS, the Open Space Element addresses all General Plan Task Force and Planning Commission concerns regarding open space issues, and WHEREAS, the Open Space Element has provided the City with specific implementing actions and practical performance criteria which can guide the City in *5 responsibilities to assist in providing open space amenities for the residents of the City, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, at its meeting of July 15, 1999, recommended approval of the Open Space Element via a public hearing, and WHEREAS, the City Council, at its meetings of October 14, 1999 and December 9, 1999, held a properly noticed public hearing for the approval of the Open Space ATTEST: City Clerk of the City of Grand Terrace and of the City Council thereof Mayor of the City of Grand Terrace and of the City Council thereof I, BRENDA STANFILL, City Clerk of the City of Grand Terrace, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace held on the 1 S"day of January, 2000, by the following vote AYES NOES ABSENT ABSTAIN City Clerk Brenda Stanfill Approved as to form City Attorney John Harper w•1. 1planningVpalopenspaclamendment ordinance wpd RECOMMENDED OPEN SPACE ELEMENT FOR THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE PREPARED FOR THE CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING OCTOBER 14,1999 ATTACHMENT A TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE List of Figures .. .. ....... ui List of 'Tables Executive Summary .. ....... .... iv I Purpose ... .... . 1 Need for an Open Space Element ... ...... ......I Relationship of the Open Space Element to the General Plan ... .... 1 Open Space Resources ... 2 II Existing Open Space - •• S Outdoor Recreation . ... ........5 Natural Resources.... .... .. .. 6 • Managed Production of Resources ... .9 Public Health and Safety..... .. ... .... . ...... .... .. 9 III Future Open Space Needs ... 10 Outdoor Recreation. .. --- .... 10 Natural Resources 12 Public Health and Safety . -- -- - - - - .12 -i- LIST OF FIGURES Figure: Page 1 Map of Grand Terrace Shoving flood Hazard and Steep Hillsides 3 2 Map of Grand Terrace Shoving Parks and Open Space Areas .. 4 LIST OF TABLES I Table 1 - Inventory of Existing Developed and Undeveloped Park Sites 6 2 Table 2 - Inventory of School Playgrounds and Recreation Areas 6 3 Table 3 - Inventory of Undeveloped Hillside Areas .7 4 Table 4 - Threatened, Endangered and Special Status Species Known to Occur Within the U S Geological Sur%ey San Bernardino South Quadrangle 8 5 Table 5 - Analysis of City Parkland 11 6 Table 6 - Summary Action Plan for the Open Space Element 25 7 Table 7 - "Performance Criteria" for Implementing the Open Space Element 31 -III- THE EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF THE OPEN SPACE ELEMENT There are many types and functions of open space land It can be utilized for the preservation of natural resources, such as when open space is set aside for habitat protection or for ecological or scientific study Open space may be used for the managed production of resources such as mineral deposits, agriculture, or groundwater recharge Recreation is one of the most recognized uses of open space Both regional and local park are recreation areas, areas protected for their scenic, historic, or cultural values, and trails used for cycling, riding, or hilwg are open spaces of this type. A critical open space function is the protection of public health and safety areas such as earthquake fault Zones, flood plains, or those necessary for fire breaks or fuel load reduction can be designated for open space use to prevent the unnecessary destruction of property or danger to human lives. Government Code Section § 65302(e) requires that a city's general plan contain an Open Space Element Further, open space land is defined under the Go-,emment Code Section § 65560(b) as any parcel or area of land or water that is essentially unimproved and devoted to open space use Certain items need to be addressed in the Open Space Element These include the following categories • Open space for the preservation of natural resources such as areas required for the preservation of plant and animal life • Open space for outdoor recreation such as areas suited for park and recreation purposes and for trails to be used for hiking, bike ways, and horse back nding • Open space for public health and safety such as areas that require special management because of some natural hazard such as earthquake fault zones, flood plains and high fire risk zones In addition, the General Plan Task Force in its recommendations for the Strategic Action Plan recommended that action programs be developed to carry out community enhancement, therefore, the following has been included in the Open Space Element • Open space for the enhancement of community identity. Much of the City of Grand Terrace is presently in open space. There are six undeveloped and developed park sites (see Table 1), and there are three schools in town where the school playgrounds provide for open space recreational uses (see Table 2) There are the steeply sloping, undeveloped hillside areas along the eastern boundary of the City, culminating in Blue Mountain (see ?able 3� The Cit, is traversed north -south by three water easements with portions of thesep easements providing open space resources. Lastly, there are many undeveloped or partially developed sites in the City where open space is, at least, informally provided -iv- of the General Plan Task Force These issues include utilizing open space to improve the Community's image and enhance community identity, preserving Blue Mountain, creating a city center with a public plaza/open space area, utilizing open space resources to reinforce the City's already strong family and children onentation, and responding to the requirements of the Government Code to satisfy the law as to what the Open Space Element must address TABLE 3 om m_. , n i North -side of Blue Mountain 68 0 acres West -side of Blue Mountain 241.6 acres Total Undeveloped Hillside 309 6 acres' • Acreages taken from County Assessor Maps In response to these issues, the Open Space Element has four main goals to provide the open space needed for outdoor recreation, to protect the natural resources of the City, and to provide the open space needed to protect the public health and safety from natural hazards and to enhance community identity The Element further identifies nine objectives to guide the City in reaching these goals together with 48 specific implementing action programs One of the main objectives of the Element is to provide sufficient open space to satisfy the outdoor recreational needs of the residents of the City Based on a projected population of 14,421 in twenty years, a total of 57 6 acres would be required to satisfy the park needs of the community including 14 acres to be purchased, 5 of these acres are presently leased from Edison at Pico Park (see Table 5) Various implementing actions have been proposed to support this objective They call for modifying the City's Development Code to require open space designations for new development, utilizing existing open space resources in the community, determining the need for and studymg the financial feasibility of providing additional acreage for park land in the City, developing a linkage and public trail system among the City's parks and open space areas to be coordinated with regional trail systems, explore various means of park funding including such programs as "Adopt -A -Park" wluch includes pn rate resources, and the review of various other methodologies tc provide needed open space QKn Space for Preservation of Natural Resources. Another important objective of the Element is to protect the beauty of Blue Mo�mtain. Various programs are called for including the development of a specific plan for the mountain which will limit any future development to protect the scenic and natural resources of the mountain. These natural resources include sensitive species known to occur within this portion of San Bernardino County (see Table 4). -vi- -b 4 i TABLES Analysis City Parkland of Parkland Parkland Parkland Parkland Parkland Required Available Equipped/ (Existing) to be Developed Egwpped/ Purchased Undeveloped 57 6 acres 48 6 acres 18 6 acres* 30 0 acres 14 acres* * Includes S acres leased from Southern California Edison at Pico Park •�. M101.1 The Element sets out several implementing action programs to provide the open space needed to protect natural resources and for public health and safety resulting from natural hazards such as flooding and brush fires These include such measures as developing various tools such as open space zoning, hillside management overlays, flood zone overlays, fire protection overlays and the use of specific plans in sensitive areas to tailor specific regulatory parameters for new development. State Law requires that the Open Space Element contain an active set of programs identifying the specific techniques by which the local jurisdiction intends to use in implementing its open space plan. There are some 48 unplementmg programs in the Open Space Dement. All of these either call for some additional task to be completed by staff or where there may be a more significant fiscal impact, a feasibility study to be completed first. The fiscal impacts resulting from adopting the various action programs will be minimal Additional funding to implement some programs may be required, but will be identified through the various feasibility studies called for by the Element. Finally, the Element proposed several implementing actions to bring about the enhancement of the community's identity These include proposals for the creation of a city center with a public plaza open space area, the promotion of the City's open space resources such as honoring :he "Blue Mountain" symbol and protecting its natural bauty, completing pedestrian/bicycle projects and utilhz,ng beautification programs. The Element also calls for the unplementation of an urban and community forestry program for tree planting and management to enhance the City's identity Open space is necessary to contribute to the overall form, sense of identity and general well being of a community The work of the General Plan Task Force in its recommendations recognized this role that open space plays in the well being of a community The Open Space Element with its goals, -viii- TABLE 6 ti MAJOR IMPLEMENTATION FISCAL METHOD OF RECOMMENDATIONS BY GOALS, TIMEIRESPONSIBLE IMPACTSIFUNDS ADOPTION OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTING PARTY Small (0 K-50 K) = $— ORDINANCE = 0 ACTIONS Soon Med (51 K-1 M) = S RESOLUTION = F within 5 yrs Large (1 M+) = $+ GUIDELINES = G within 10 yrs Footnote '1 wbun 15 yrs Footnote '2 Footnote-'3 '4 within 20 yrs Onging Footnoteo Department M= Mentor Program'10 1. GOAL 1: PROVIDE FOR OUTDOOR RECREATION 1. OBJECTIVE 1: PROVIDE SUFFICIENT OPEN SPACE TO SATISFY CITY'S RECREATIONAL NEEDS 1 Consder an amendment of the Cdy's zoning code to require open 5 yrsJ'5 s— 0 space areas n all residential developments 2 Consider the feasibility of estabfishmg a parts site within that portion of the City lying westerly of the 10 yrsJ'5M,'6M i— G 1-215 Freeway, such as those areas subpct to flood hazard lying west of the freeway 3 Review and evaluate the possibft of developing existing easements in 10 yrsJ'6 =-- G residential neighborhoods as linear parks 4 Evahmie the possibility of developing the Gage Canal as a linear 10 yraJ'6 t— G P�- 5 The City will consider the feasibility of expanding pint use agreements 5 yrsJ'6M :— G with the Colton School District to prG-nde more open space facilities 6 Ublrze a standard of 4 acres per 1000 to study the financial feasibility of 10 yrsJ'6, *8 S— G acquiring an addibonat 14 acres for park land- 7 Given the amount of undeveloped park land, consider the feasibility of 10 yrsJ'6, *8 $ G developing 39 acres for recreational needs -x- �r 1 The City will utilize existing information to identdy the location of Soon) •S i— R biological resources in the City 2 The City will develop appropriate land use regulations to preserve and 5 yrsJ •5 i— O protect any identified natural resources 3 The City will cooperate in the preparation of the San Bernardino valley Multi sperm Habitat Soon) 'SM i— R Conservation Plan to identify natural resources and to develop mitigation measures 4 The City win consider developing a specific plan for the western face of Blue Mountain with poTiaes to 5 yrsJ •5 i— O preserve and protect open space and biologic resources. 111 GOAL III PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY BE PROTECTED - - - THROUGH OPEN SPACE AREAS 3 OBJECTIVE 3 PROVIDE OPEN SPACE NEEDED FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY RESULTING - FROM GEOLOGICISEISMIC p CONDITIONS 1 The City will periodically review and keep abreast of geologiclseisnvc Ongoing/ -SM i— _ G conditions 2. The City will consider placing any area or areas subject to 10 ymJ'5 =— O geologKJseisrrwc hazards into appropriate open space category 3. Areas in the City subject to geologic or se = hazards will be 10 ymJ 'ISMG i— studied for compatible open space uses_ 4. OBJECTIVE 4: PROVIDE OPEN SPACE NEEDED FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY RESULTING _ - FROM FLOODING. 1 The City will penodically review the flood hazard maps to make sure maps Ongoing/ 'ISM i— R are current 2 Those areas subject to flood hazard will be placed in a flood hazard 10 yraJ'5 i— O overlay zone 3 Areas subject to flood hazard will be studied for compatible open space uses. 10 ymJ •SM :-. R 5 The City shall consder establishing a heritage parklyouth center to both service the recreational needs of youth 5 yrsJ'5,16M i— G and provide a tourist attraction (Via Historic Preservation Grant) S OBJECTIVE 8 PROTECT AND PROMOTE THE BEAUTY OF BLUE - - MOUNTAIN & LIVING SYSTEMS 1 The City will consider developug a specific plan for the western face of 5 yrsJ •5 s- 0 Blue Mountain to preserve and protect the open space resources. 2. The City wall consider the development of the Grand Terrace 15 yrsJ'5, '6 s- R Wilderness Passive Park 3 The City will evaluate the feasubirity of developing a trail system emanating Rom the proposed Grand Terrace 10 yrsJ'5M, •6M S• G Wilderness Park This study wil also consider the acquisition of tral easements from the property owners 4 A fire overlay district will be applied to Blue Mountain to protect 5 yrsJ •5 =- 0 development and the natural beauty of _ the mountain _ 9 OBJECTIVE 9 IMPLEMENT AN URBAN FORESTRY PROGRAM FOR TREE PLANTING AND r MANAGEMENT 1 The City will continue its beautification programs to landscape Ongorngl'5M,'6M, '7M = G vanous public areas 2 Develop and pursue funds for tree planting and management programs including tree inventories. participation 10 yrsJ 86M :- R of schools and other community groups, sources of grant funding, etc. 3 While the program is being developed, adopt a tree ordnance to regulate the planting, maintenance SoonJ'5, 66 i— 0 and removal of trees on nghts-of-way and City tacilfies 4 For every tree removed from City parkways a new tree be planted of a 5 yrsJ'6 5 0 matwre sLLe or two trees of a smaller size 5 The City shall study the feasibility of adopting a city-wide tree 5 yrsJ'5M S— G preservation ordinance -wv- TABLE 7 Performance Cniena: - Number of trees remo,.ed vs number planted with public and private areas calculated separately - Number of acres of park purchased and/or equipped vs land developed and/or rehabed. - Number of beautified and landscaped acres per year - Number of new, rehabed and or designated sidewalks or pedestrian trail facilities installed in linear fed. - Number of bicycle lanes added and/or constructed in linear feet. - City investment in S amounts to utilize open space for image enhancement and/or tounst attraction.• - City investment in S amounts in the creation of public open space/plaza areas to enhance community activity * - Number of acres/s f rezoned for straight open space or o%erlay open space w ithin the City * - Number of facilities in acres/s f being "adopted" by non-profit corporations for maintenance purposes.* - Number of resolutionsfordinances passed or programs with City participation in order to regulate and preserve open space and biologic resources * - Report on the development of updated geologic, seismic and flood hazard information available to the community * - Number of policies or fire prevention mechanisms approved to protect existing City open space * - Number of activities reported by the Open Space mentors.* - Number of new multi -media articlestitems to market City's park and recreation facilities as family oriented outreach, i e city newsletter, cable, web -page, local newspaper, fliers to the schools, city brochures, oral presentations, etc * • Note The progress on these activities depends on how many financing mechanisms/programs and/or grants were worked on or established dunng the evaluation period (woa odol MA%A) wro4a^PO1d "mWP�M 96610 IOd01 w p•IIMd v. tM �rt ,rY 1 ♦ P s 1 / Ill 1 (l w ��-�i � , , I��1 I �,' T� •+ s • „�,,,I • ',r•Iw, ,J•il� I I!1 �, ' r/ I � --- M � `.0 Q'% '• •% • �+dfs �� 1�: `�� ►' 'I 1 / 0 ''' ''I 1ri •t ��+Cr ;41� �� '0' �•AY+�rI ITM � � � wr I \7 ii .> t. �tY 4 3,1 K Jr r �(' . 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Jr rP .� r I 1 r I THE OPEN SPACE ELEMENT FOR THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE PURPOSE Need for an Open Space Element There are many types and functions of open space land. It can be utilized for the preservation of natural resources, such as when open space is set aside for habitat protection or for ecological or scientific study Open space may be used for the managed production of resources such as mineral deposits, agriculture, or groundwater recharge Recreation is one of the most recognized uses of open space Both regional and local parks are recreation areas, winch are protected for their scenic, historic, or cultural values, and trails used for cycling, riding, or hiking are open spaces of this type A critical open space function is the protection of public health and safety in areas such as earthquake fault zones, flood plains, or those necessary for fire breaks or fuel load reduction, these areas can be designated for open space use to prevent the unnecessary destruction of property or danger to human lives Open space areas contribute to the overall form, sense of identity, and general well being of a community. Open space can be used to shape and form the urban environment. It can separate, buffer, or even integrate disparate land uses, and can link one area or activity to another Relationship of the Open Space Element to the General Plan California Government Code (Sections §65300 and §65302) requires every city and county to draw up and adopt "a comprehensive, long -tern general plan for the physical development of the community." Seven general plan elements are required by State Law Government Code Section §65302(e) requires that every general plan contain an open space element (See Appendix A, the "General Plan Guidelines;" +fora discussion of what the Open Space Element should cover to meet State requirements.) Open space land is defined under the Government. Code (§65560b) as any parcel or area of land or water that is essentially ununproNed and devoted to open space use. Time Government Code further stipulated that certain items need to be addressed in the Open Space Element These include the following categories Open space for the preservation of natural resources such as areas required for the preservation of plant and animal life. t'•y (� "!!),} �� ! � ,! �y,r(yr1 it�..+��(($t, 'tj��\[+%�� ,�v ,�� ,� •� .e �vsy�ti� I� � f��l�+{�,�Cy+'� � ��1 �Mf d,' + � , { �' , !• 1,�'i{ ! ,YIV�I'��IIi�I,hC� r N}f•� , �, • r .'�,, Jx•1,/1 � /. 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There is a longing on the part of City residents for the great outdoors. This is evident in the participation of outdoor activities such as the playing of soccer and baseball by children and of walking, bikuig, hiking and jogging by everyone These activities allow the City's residents to enjoy the recreational nature of open space along with the aesthetics nature provides %%bch includes the appreciation of trees, flowers and the blue sky Much of this appreciation is symbolized by Blue Mountain which is the predominant natural feature in the City of Grand Terrace and is the focus of City efforts for open space preservation. It is the intent of the Open Space Element to make open space a key component in the growth and de% elopment of the City of Grand 'Terrace, well into the next century As the city grows with residential, commercial, and industnal de,,elopment, the residents will be afforded the opportunity of green space, parks, buffer zones, recreational facilities and a trail system. offering hiking, bilcing and equestrian usage These open space amenities will allow the citizens of Grand Terrace to enjoy open space for outdoor recreation The City has many resources which can also be utilized for open space As an example, there are certain sidewalks such as the ones along the bicycle lanes, the ones to be designated as the best/safest access to schools and those as part of a "trails" system to the dou ntown area. Landscaping could be added to these pedestrian ways to enhance their open space value. Also, vacant lots or parcels could be utilitzed for open space or recreational uses. Such utilization would require the concurrence of the individual property owners and would also require future studies regarding liability issues In addition, the need for the protection of natural resources and for public health and safety in the community will require some areas in the City to be categonzed as open space requiring special management or regulations bee dse of special or hazardous conditions II. EXISTING OPEN SPACE Outdoor Recreation Tables 1 and 2 show an inventory of the existing outdoor recreation resources of the City of Grand Ten -ace. Table 1 shows the developed and undeveloped park sites in the City Table 2 shows that portion of the City's three school sites used for recreational purposes m VA TABLE 3 OMT- - --A t . r : Z North -side of Blue Mountain 68 0 acres Nest -side of Blue Mountam 2416 acres Total Undeveloped Hillside 309 6 acres* s Acreages taken from County Assessor Maps "These undeveloped hillside areas will be evaluated in terms of their existing zoning and land use \` categories and any changes to these designations vAll be addressed and reflected in the Land Use Element. Finally, there may be some potential for sensitive species as categorized by the Federal and State go,,emments to emst within the undeveloped areas of the City These species are listed m Table 4 9 According to the Master Environmental Impact Report prepared for the 1988 General Plan, there are no known archaeologic or paleontologic saes in the City of Grand Terrace Therefore no areas have been identified which should be subject to an open space designation or regulation to protect or preserve these resources Managed Production of Resources There are no areas that have been identified in the City of Grand Terrace that are used in the production of natural resources. These include forest land, rangeland, agricultural lands and areas of economic importance for the production of food and fiber and area eontawng major mineral deposits Therefore no open space designations, activities or programs have been applied in the Open Space Element for the managed production of resources Public Health and Safety Open Space for public health and safety includes areas that may require special management or regulation because of hazardous or special conditions such as earthquake fault zones, unstable soil areas, flood plains, and areas presenting lugh fire risks The City of Grand Terrace is located witlun a seismically active region, ho,%%ever, none of the several active earthquake faults are actually located within the City boundaries Maps obtained from the State Geologist show that there are no Alquist-Pnolo Special Study zones, ,wluch map active fault zones, crossing the City The closest major fault to the City is the San Jacinto fault whuch is considered one of the most active in Southern California. The Alquist-Pnolo Special Study zone for this fault lies northerly and easterly of the City and at its closest point is approximately 2,800 feet from the northeast comer of the City The City of Grand Terrace was included in the San Bernardino County Federal Flood Insurance Study completed in 1991 The latest Flood Insurance Rate Map which was reviewed by the City shows that the only flood prone area within the City is a low-lying area adjacent to the Santa Ana river (see Figure 1) This area is considered unsuitable for habitable structures because of the potential flood danger The eastern undeveloped,hillsides in the City lie in "Fie Safety Review Area I" as defined by the San Bernardino County Fire Department. "Fire Safety Review Area I" includes wildland areas that are marginally developable, undeveloped area xi hich are not likely to be developed and areas of transition between wnldlands and partially developed land cr land likely to be developed in the future. It should be noted that dus area of transition is often characterized by ar, abrupt change in slope such as at the base of Blue Mountain. "Fie Safety Review Area I" lies mainly in the steep iullside areas in the eastern portion of the City (see Figure 1) TABLES Analysis City Parkland of Parkland Parkland Parkland Parkland Parkland Required Available Equipped/ (Existing) to be Developed Equipped/ Purchased Undeveloped 57 6 acres 48 6 acres 18 6 acres* 30 0 acres 14 acres' ' Includes S acres leased from Southern California Edison at Pico Park Grand Terrace Wilderness Park - Although the Grand Terrace Wilderness Park represents a land area preserved for histoncal and wilderness value, its steep and rugged terrain does not allow for the full range of recreational uses of a typical park site Therefore it appears that the City may need to consider additional park land to satisfy future needs Such acquisition and development of undeveloped parks would be in keeping with the following policy adopted in the 1988 General Plan. This policy states, in part "The City shall maintain and operate park and recreation facilities which are adequate for the existing and planned population. " Based solely on the amount of developed and undeveloped park sites in the City, an additional 14 acres of park land is required to satisfy the 4 acres per 1000 person standard (five of these acres are developed as part of Pico Park and are presently leased from Edison) In addition, considering the amount of undeveloped park land that needs to be developed for recreational purposes together with 9 new undeveloped acres, a total of 39 awes needs to be developed for active recreational purposes as shown on Table S It should be kept in mind that if the City provides more recreational facilities, there will be 1 ass demand for City organized events and recreational activities in order for thhe youth of the City to keep occupied The City may wish to consider the expansion of Pico Park Such an expansion would allow for additional baseball and soccer fields and would allow for a "shift" to make Pico Park a mam"negional park" for the City. This would allow for the expansion and centralization of 13 Community Image The General Plan Task Force of the City of Grand Terrace, in its recommendations to improve the City's image, called for the City to undertake several open space related activities These included fortifying the City's image as an attractive and uniquely family. oriented community by promoting its best assets such as the City's parks and recreation facilities, by honoring "Blue Mountain" as a community symbol; by strengthening the physical connection of the City residents to the local setting utilmng open space, by making the City of Grand Terrace an unique place to live, work, play and visit; and by improving the quality of life for residents The preservation, conservation and expansion of the City's open space resources will further all of these goals The General Plan Task Force also adopted several "Guiding Principles." One of these called for residents to "Celebrate nature, celebrate your heritage and accomplishments Bring beauty to the residents' eyes and pride to their hearts " This principle will guide the City in improving its image through numerous actions including open space preservation. Response: This issue has been addressed in Objective 6, 7, 8 and 9 under open space needed to be provided for community enhancement In addition, all of the Objectives of the Open Space Element will help in making Grand Terrace a unique place in which to li,.e and in improving the overall quality of life for the City residents Preser-ving Blue hlowilain The Task Force had several recommendation in regards to preserving and protecting the natural history of Blue Mountain, recognizing it as a strong visual image for the City of Grand Terrace These included the following specific measures 1) maintain Blue Mountain as open space, 2) preserve its ecological system and identify regionally endangered species, 3) prevent development on steep slopes to avoid heavy grading and erosion, 4) create a fire overlay zone to protect from wildfires; 5) create and/or improve a system of public trails including confemng with property owmers and connecting to other, regional trail sy stems, 6) develop Grand Terrace Vlrldenxm as a passive park and as a trail head for those who hike to the top of Blue Mountain, 7) develop a specific plan to determine areas appropriate for residential development,,ersus strictly open space, and, 8kreate a regionally oriented open space element for continuity with adjacent open space areas in other jurisdictions In addition, the "Guiding Principles" call for City's citizens to " Conserve natural resources and protect all living systems" and to "Celebrate nature " Response This issue is addressed ui Objectives 1, 2, 5, 7 and 8 15 to open space in the City of Grand Terrace (a) That the preservation of open -space land is necessary no only for the maintenance of the economy of the state, but also for the assurance of the continued availability of land for the production of food and fiber, for the enjoyment of scenic f r� beauty, for recreation and for the use of natural resources (b) That discouraging premature and unnecessary conversion of open -space land to urban uses is a matter of public interest and will be of benefit to urban dwellers because it will discourage noncontiguous development patterns which unnecessarily increase the costs of community services to community residents (c) That the anticipated increase in the population of the state demands that cities, counties, and the state at the earliest possible date make definite plans for the preservation of valuable open -space land and take positive action to carry out such plans by the adoption and strict administration of laws, ordinances, rules and regulations as authorized. Response: All of the Objectives of the Open Space Element, 1-9, will allow the City of Grand Terrace to meet the open space declarations of the State Legislature V STATEME.NT OF GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND PMPLEMENTING ACTIONS GOAL I• That the Open -Space Needed for Outdoor Recreation in the City of Grand Terrace be provided and thereby impro%e the quality of life for the residents of the City. Objective 1: To provide sufficient open space to satisfy the outdoor recreational needs of the residents of the City of Grand Terrace Implementation Actions: Consider amendment of the City's zoning code to require open space areas in all residential developments 2. Consider the feasibility of establishing a park site within that portion of the City lying westerly of the I-215 Freeway Such consideration shall include the possibihty of utilizing privately held, underutilized parcels and those areas subject to flood hazard lying west of the freeway Review and evaluate the possibility of de -.eloping existing easements in residential neighborhoods as linear parks. (An example of such an easement is the Edison right-cf-way north of Pico Street between NLchigan Street and 17 14 Consider the feasibility of purchasing the undeveloped parcel between the Terrace View Elementary School and the Seruor Center 1 S The City will consider the feasioihty of utiltung various methodologies and techniques to provide open space for identified future needs. These programs may include • Open space zoning pursuant to §65910 of the Government �} Code • Public acquisition of open -space • Private acquisition of open -space (e g non-profit land trusts or conservancies) • Application of the Quimby Act to subdivision approvals • Provision for open -space in specific plans • Provision for open -space in development agreements • Transfer of development rights • Open -space in planned unit developments 16 The City will explore vanous ways for parklopen space development and maintenance funding including such programs as • "Adopt -A -Park" there private groups and organizations can support, financially, the procurement of recreational equipment and park maintenance • Actively seek out various government grant programs such as the "Local Assistance Grants" administered by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, the "Urban Park and Recreation Recovery Program," administered by the National Park Service, "CDBG" grants, and other government sponsored programs such as those offered by the California Department of Health Services. • Explore the possibility of obtaining grants from private corporations such as Home Depot and "REI" (Recreation Equipment, Inc ) and private foundations such as the Hewlett Foundation, California Releaf and the Local Government Commission ' • Actively use various resources on the Interret such as the "Internet NonProfit Center," "The Foundation Center" and "Urban Parks Institute" to research available private funding to support Open Space objectives • Review the feasibility of utilizing various other mechanisms for funding open space development and maintenance including but not limited to general obligation bonds — community services district 19 Implementing Actions: The City will periodically retiiew and keep abreast of geologic and seismic reports and information for the City and surrounding air-.& i 2 The City will consider placing any area or areas subject to geologic or seismic hazards into an appropriate open space category if future conditions warrant an open space designation. 3 Areas in the City subject to geologic or seismic hazards will be studied for compatible open space uses Objective 4: To provide open space needed for public health and safety resulting from flood ha=ard conditions in the City of Grand Terrace Implementing Actions. 1 The City %%ill periodically review the flood hazard maps for ties area to make sure the information on those maps is current 2 Those areas subject to flood hazard will be placed in a flood hazard overlay zone 3 Areas in the City subject to flood hazard will be studied for compatible opm space uses Objective S. To provide open space needed for public health and safety resulting from r ild land fires in the City of Grand Terrace Implementing Actions. The City will contact the San Bernardino Forester and Fire Warden to determine which portions of the City are subject to wild land fires 2 The City %W1 apply a fire overlay district to those areas in the City subject to wild land fires such as Blue Mountain from its summit to the toe of the Mountain 3 Areas in the City subject to -wild-land fires u-ill be studied for compatible open -space uses. 21 Objectr,wa g: Protect and Promote the beauty of Blue Mountain and all its Living S3stein Implementing Actions. 1 The City will consider developing a specific plan for the western face of Blue Mountain The specific plan will contain policies to preserve and maintain the open space resources of the "Mountain" including its scenic and biologic properties The specific plan will designate the higher, steeper and more rugged portions of the "Mountain" to be in an open space category in order to concentrate or cluster any such development away from the steeper area to the more gentle, lower slopes The specific plan may establish an elevation above which development would not be allowed Such regulations will be designed to protect the scenic and natural resources Other considerations which will be dwelt with in the specific plan will be slope stability, fire hazards, availability of utilities and access 2 The City will consider the development of the Grand Terrace Wilderness Passive Park to encourage the City's residents to relate to Blue Mountain. 3 The City will evaluate the feasibility of developing a trail system emanatmg from the proposed Grand Terrace Wildemess Passive Park to provide trails on Blue Mountain with possible connections to regional trail systems in the area This feasibility study will also consider the acquisition of trail easements from the property oNkmers of the "Mountain." 4 A fire oNerlay district will be applied to Blue Mountain to protect both the future development that may be constructed on the lower, more gentle slopes at the foot of the Mountain and also its natural beauty Objective 9• Implement an urban and communityforestry program for tree planting and management as defined by the US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Southern Region. Implementing Actions. r 1 The City will continue its beautification programs to landscape various public areas to enhance the beauty of the community 2 Develop and pursue funds for unplementation of a tree planting and management program per U S Department of Agriculture guidelines wluch includes but is not limited to tree inventories, participation of schools and other community groups, sources of grant funding, etc 3 While the program is tieing developed, adopt a tree ordinance to regulate the planting, maintenance and removal of trees on rights -of -way and City facilities 23 V1I CONCLUSION Open Space is necessary to contribute to the overall form, sense of identity and general well being of a communty The work of the General Plan Task Force to its recommendataons recognized this role that open space plays m the well being of a community 11w Open Space Element with its goals, objectives and implementing actions will enable the City of Grand Terrace to become the attractive and unique family-onented community it deserves to be VIII IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY A very important part of the "planning process" is the implementation phase A general plan is only as good as the implementation measures employed to make the policies of the plan become real The plan is successful only to the extent that the various implementing actions are carved out To this end, a "Summary Action Plan for the Open Space Element" has been prepared, it is shown in Table 6 The intent is to provide an overall strategy in carrying out the goals, objective and unplementing actions of the Element The "Summary Action Plan" and refined "performance criteria" along with benchmarks will be incorporated into a final twelfth element of the revised and updated General Plan, the "Strategic Element" The "Summary Action Plan for the Open Space Element" has been prepared similar to the summary action plan done for the General Plan Task Force recommendations to the City Council on the overall general plan update Table 6 summarizes an action plan to implement the Open Space Element The table shows each recommendation in the Element in a context - of a) implementation time/responsible parties, b) fiscal impact/feasibility, and 3) method of adoption Please see the next page for Table 6 The "Strategic Element," itself, is to be developed when the General Plan update is completed It will unsure the continuous implementation of General Plan policies, and it will allow for the generation of a more action-onented General Plan with measurements, thresholds and/or quality of life indicators to evaluate the progress that is being made Finally, the "Strategic Element," proposes a "mentor program" where resident, business or youth "mentors" will volunteer to work for an applicable City Department Head to accomplish a General Plan goal by helping the City to carry out the various implementing action programs of the adopted Elements of the General Plan. The "Strategic Element" will incorporate an on -going evaluation of plan implementation progress with an evaluation and report to the City Council eNery few years For the Open Space Element a set of "performance criteria" will be prepared to evaluate &is progress. A list of potenual performance cntena is shown in Table 7, which follows Table 6, and will include the items listed in the Table This Lst will be impro,.ed and benchmarks will be developed later However, these practical guides for action are to be followed starting as soon as possible on an ongoing basis as part of the Open Space Element There will be no need to wait for the adoption of the Strategic Element TABLE 6 = MAJOR IMPLEMENTATION FISCAL METHOD Of RECOMMENDATIONS BY GOALS, TIMEER£SPONSIBL.E IMPACTSIFUNDS ADOPTION OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTING PARTY Small (0 K-50 K) = _— ORDINANCE _ ACTIONS Soon Mod (51 K-1 M) = $ RESOLUT10% within 5 yrs Large (1 M+) = _+ GUIDELINES = within 10 yrs Footnote '1 within 15 yrs Footnote '2 Footnote 03 within 20 yrs Ongoi FootnoteDepartment M= Mentor Program* 10 I. GOAL 1: PROVIDE FOR OUTDOOR RECREATION - 1. OBJECTIVE 1 PROVIDE SUFFICIENT OPEN SPACE TO SATISFY CITY'S RECREATIONAL - NEEDS 1 Consider an amendment of the Cdy's zoning code to require open 5 yrsJ •5 S— 0 space areas to all residential developments 2 Consider the feasibTdy of establishing a park site within that portion of the City lying westerly of the 10 ymJ'5M, •6M S— G 1-215 Freeway such as those areas subject to flood hazard lying west of the freeway 3 Review and evaluate the possibility of developing existing easements in 10 yrsJ '6 i— G residential neighborhoods as (near parks 4 Evaluate the possitAility of developing the Gage Canal as a linear 10 yrsJ •6 G padL 5 The City w►11 consider the feasbi ty of expanding joint use agreements 5 yrsJ'6M =— G with the Cof:on School D*Ind to provide more open space faaTfies 6 Utilize a standard of 4 ac:zs per 1000 to stogy the financial feasibility of 10 yrsJ'6, *8 :— G acquiring an additional 14 acres for park land 7 Gwen the amount of undeveloped park tangy consider the feasbirdy of 10 yrsJ •6, '8 s G developing 39 acres for recreational needs 25 L, I The City will utilize existing information to idenbfy the location of Soon/ •S R biological resources in the City 2 The City will develop appropriate land use regulations to preserve and 5 yrsJ •S i— O protect any identified natural resources 3 The City will cooperate in the preparation of the San Bernardino Valley Mulb speues Habitat Soon/ 15M :— R Conservation Plan to identify natural resources and to develop mitigation measures 4 The City will consider developing a specific plan for the western face of Blue Mountain with poricaes to 5 yrsJ'S i— O preserve and protect open space and biologic resources 111 GOAL III PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY BE PROTECTED . THROUGH OPEN SPACE AREAS 3 OBJECTIVE 3 PROVIDE OPEN SPACE NEEDED FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY RESULTING FROM GEOLOGIC/SEISMIC CONDITIONS 1 The City will periodically review and keep abreast of geologic/seismic Ongoing/ 65M i- G conditions 2 The City will consider placing any area or areas subject to 10 yrsJ •S i— O geologicJse+smtc hazards into appropriate open space category 3 Areas in the City subject to geologic or seismic hazards will be 10 yrsJ'5M i— G studied for compatible open space uses 4. OBJECTIVE 4 PROVIDE OPEN SPACE NEEDED FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY RESULTING FROM FLOODING 1 The City will periodically review the flood hazard maps to make sure reaps Ongoing/ •5M i-- R are current. 2 Thcse areas SLbject to flood hazard will be placed in a flood hazard 10 yrsJ 95 i— O overlay zone 3 Areas subject to flood hazard will be studied for compatible open space 10 ; rsJ 45M i— R uses 27 5 The City shall consider establishing a heritage parklyouth center to both service the recreational needs of youth 5 yrsJ'5, 46M :_ G and provide a tourist attraction (Via Historic Preservation Grant) a OBJECTIVE 8 PROTECT AND PROMOTE THE BEAUTY OF BLUE - - MOUNTAIN b LIVING SYSTEMS 1 The City will consider developing a specific plan for the western face of 5 yrsJ 65 :— 0 Blue Mountain to preserve and protect the open space resources 2 The City will consider the development of the Grand Terrace 15 yrsJ 15, 116 =_ R Wilderness Passive Park 3 The City will evaluate the feasitx+Tity of developing a trail system emanating from the proposed Grand Terrace 10 yrsJ "SM, 66M =- G Wlderress Park This study will also consider the acquisition of trail easements from the property owners 4 A fire overlay distnct will be applied to Blue Mountain to protect 5 yrsJ 65 S- 0 development and the natural beauty of the mountain 9 OBJECTIVE 9 IMPLEMENT AN URBAN FORESTRY PROGRAM FOR TREE PLANTING AND MANAGEMENT 1 The City will continue its Ongoing/'SM,'6M, beautif ration programs to landscape '7M = G various public areas 2 Develop and pursue funds for tree pta-.•inc and management programs including tree inventories participation 10 yrsJ "6M =- R of schools and other community groups sources of grant funding etc 3 While the program is being developed adopt a tree ordinance to regulate the planting, mairtenance SoonP5, 116 S— 0 and removal of trees on rights -of way and City facild►es 4 For every tree removed from City pa'kways a new tree be planted of a 5 yrsJ "6 $ 0 rra ,re size o, two trees of a srra ter size 5 The City shall study the feasioitity of adopting a city-wide tree �, 5 yrsJ 'SM S— G preservation ordinance 29 TABLE 7 Performance Critens: - Number of trees removed vs number planted with public and private areas calculated separately - Number of acres of park purchased and/or equipped vs land developed and/or rehabed - Number of beautified and landscaped acres per year - Number of new, rehabed and or designated sidewalks or pedestrian trail facilities installed to linear feet - Number of bicycle lanes added and/or constructed m linear feet. - City m,.estment in S amounts to utilize open space for image enhancement and/or tounst attraction • - Cit) investment in S amounts in the creation of public open spacelplaza areas to enhance community activity - Number of acres/s f rezoned for straight open space or overlay open space within the City • - Number of facilities in acres/s f being "adopted" by non-profit corporations for maintenance purposes.* - Number of resolutionslordinances passed or programs with City participation in order to regulate and presme open space and biologic resources • - Report on the development of updated geologic, seismic and flood hazard information available to the community • - Number of policies or fire prevention mechanisms appro--ed to protect existing City open space • - Number of actin sties reported by the Open Space mentors • - Number of new multi -media articles/items to market City's park and recreation facilities as family oriented outreach, ► e city newsletter, cable, web -page, local newspaper, fliers to the schools, city brochures, oral presentations, etc • • Note The progress on these activities depends on how many financing mechanisms/programs and/or grants were worked on or established duruig the evaluation period 31 APPE4-DIX"A" ]]soar !- litre lydred Mem sts d Ow Gaard Pto Open -Space Element Bir6grnund The open .pact element guide% the .r-mprehen,i%e and long ranee pre•enauon and,onser vion of -open- .pace land i Y65`h? 1 Open --pace land i• de fines in the .ode a% any parcel tx area of land or water that m essentially unimpro%ed and de%oted to open ,pace use t 46556(l( b)) Tong with the housing element the open -,pace e'ementhas the most detailedaaruton intent t see g65%1 and 6SS63)and. ntcttolanduse isth� bmadtmin,cope Because of thi,breadth, open -space issue, a%erlap those of,e%eral elements and the oM-space element i%com- mon% combined t. A other elements For e%ample. the land use element s issue% to a:-tcul- -Ure natural re,rurce% recitation enjo -rent o scenic beaten and (to a tertain extent) publt. grourd% are .o%errd bl open -,pace pro,.Lmons- -Opei --pa.e for the preur%ationofnaruralresources"mid -open .pa.eused for the managed production of resources encompass the .onternsofthe convnanon element -Open, spare for public health and safety" co%er% v,,ue% similar to thou found in the safer♦ element. Court Interpretations 011t71-51witr Phiit Ri 4wrtinrtu The Calrfomm Court of appeal held it Sent El Toro 4,.ri t Den. r 1977) 74 Cal kpp _M N that kcaust the Cris of Morgan Hill had nix adopted an open spa t plan. the city could not acquire regulate orre,tnctopen space land or appro%e a whii%isaon map Mere x',, ption. howe%er. does ntu protect 2lo.ai jun,diction •rant the ad%trse consequences of a law wit challeneing an open -space element kn open spare element mu%t 31%0 meet the .pecif icatuxis of the G%emment Cods Sttt[ats of thr OPC71-Spehr Ell in(,it Opmn .pace elements ha%e equal leg31 %(arus w ith aA other element_%The CahftuniaCoun of appeal, n Sit rra Club t Al ni Count. (199) )126Ca1_app- d 699 %aided a precedence clause fiat ga%e a land use e:emen. pntmnty o%er an open space element on the �—oun i% that it . tolated �65 4X) S ( requiring that element% of a general plan comprise an irni rnred mtemal]% consis,ent and ctampauble %.aiement of poltcy) 11 h•it t, Open-Spkh r \o Oil bh t Cin of Lot i► vrit, t 19M) 196 C3111pp ;d 22-1 interprets the meaning of U e term -open ,p3%e for the monage4 pmdu.tion of resource% A ciattw. sroup.h3ller.ed the air% %app;o%al of o•) dnl'ini zone-, in a toamz) area demented as open yaL e b% the Bier,%%%)W-Pacific Palt,ade% district plan ab- ,ent spe%tAc contradic tc•n lan8w a in the dr,tritf plan. the court held that because oil reco%en is the managed prt,t) x tion of a natural rescwr.e it v► as themfore %oms. tent with the plan s open ---pace areas In light of this dec rw4L OPR %rrortgly wgge%m that local general plan.,. 4xcify the apes of land use which are intended to comprr-,e open space Rele%ant issues The foP,ow ing topic-% a e tote x+drev%ed. to the ewers that ht% arc h- alh role% ant Opti -"ice-for the preen anent of natural rnou►t e, imlutimg but not limited to • area% required for the prewmation of plant and arima) life inchidin,t habitat for fish and i0dlife • areacrequired forecolerticandotherscienrfisnit% n%tr%. ,treams. bans and e-manes, and coa:%W beach(-- ;al,ashormi-ank%ofiner%and,oream,,.and a a,cmheds O,,toi %petty used for tar mii>aYrd prmlutriun of re- ►e,im r, intludintt but not limited to • Forest land,, nn_elard a;ncultural lanti% and areas of economic impon awe for the production of f ood cw titer • area% -equired for recharge of ground water bamn, • Ba%s. esruanes. mar%hm n%ei% and streams which are important for the management of .ommercia) fi,henes and. • Areas containing major mintwl deposits. including thast in short wpph Open ,pat r for outtlixir rrc rt tine1+i including, but not limited to • area,, of twLstanding scenic hwonc and cumiral % alue • area, particularly %Cried 1,,w park and re.realicn par- pe.rs including xxms to lake shores. heather- and men and we;m-%: • areas which wr%c as links, bemeta major recreatim and open spare re%eraotxi_%. in.hrding utilim case- ment% banks of n. er% and %treams. trails and ice me high•* a% comdors ba (astral Pf,a (ruldelsas iLlaptrr t TM RrQtdred Eltmeata d At I.eDr/d Pfas - De-., nbe the f%pe lc%vim amount and o-A ner- ship 413nd and timber resources subject in Tiat- berland PrMuction Zc,ning (map) Imenrom agricultural resources including range- land % LL CO) - lden.in the location amount and owner -.hip of lard in agricultural production (map) - De,cnbe the agn.ultural production in the plan- ning area b% crop ripe Imenton x,il resources iCO) - Lctation- acreage and extent of different soil [`W% and farmland soHls Unchiding adentiticatiun of prune farm land) in the planning area bs L. S Natural Resources Conservation Service s Land Capabiilin Clatuficauon system c%r .tone indext ran nesfwe-LsetulDetinition, And Information in the section of this chapter dealing with the con,enation element) Imap) - Idrntif) areas subect to soil erosion Inventory ground w ater recbarge areas (maps (CO) Imenton water bo6es that are important for the management of commercial ftshenes (map) (CO) Imenton mineral rr-sources.(LL CO) - Identify the type lcm-ation. euent and qualm of miner) resources. including oil and gas ( map) - Dc4n3e the location and event of geothermal res.wrcxs (map) - De cube the kx xion of mineral resource areas cla.,•itied and designated by the State `lining and Geok,t% Board under the Surface Minors and ReCarnation Oct (map) Opel) Sick r for Oict<loor Rcti motion • Inventory areas of outstanding scenic beaus (map, (LL, I • lmentory himonc and cultural resources including archaeological sites and hisionealh and architectur- all) significant structures. sort and dtstncm (map) (`ote because of the possibility that archaeological sites may be sandalized. the e�ac-t locations of the sites mum not be publicized.) • Asse„ the demand for pubrrc and pm ate part.% and recreational fa.ihtiesmid insenton areasparticularh ,cited to part.% and recreational puipwe% c LL ) - Dc%cnbe the ripe )canon and size of existing pubic (federal -,fate regional and local) and pn- s a,- :arks aid recrexioral facilities (map% - Res itw federal .fate regional and local plans and pro,-%Y,3k for the acquisition and impro%a ,ent of pub'ic parts (map) - At ess present and future demands for park,. and 70 General Peas t.%ddtlb t recreational facilities Imentory points of public aces, to lake Quirm beaches n%em and dreams (map%iLL,) Insenton ,cents highway .offujw% - Identifi state highways included in the Mister Plan of State tiighw ass Eligible for Official State Designation as Scenic H41% r s- k><31 highw as c of scenic ,igniftcame grid t.3"Onal Scenic By - ,A as % and All -American Rcvds u desittnated b) the L S Forest Sen ice (map% - Access identified scenic hrtthway .vmdm and their appropnate boundaries. scenic feamms.. and relationship to surroundings. the incempa-ible eitmung deselopment wuhm the corridor the pro- posed reahgnments or impro%erienm and the po- tential for future public and pn%Ne dmeh,pment w ithin the comdor Imenton recreational trail-, and areasand anasw%.s- ment of the demand for them amap) (LL ) I m enton trails proposed b) and de%eloped under the California Recreational Trails Plan of 197K (Califor- nia Department of Parks and Recreation see Public Resources Code �5076 and Suit et seq ) Orxor-S/xh i for Puhlit Hi olth cowl Sccfcn • Res few the general geoloj\ and sct,mi. hi,tim of the region and the planning area (S% • access the potential for surface rupture (S) - Geologi.ale%aluationofthe potential fordeplac-e- ment along actise and p.xen.ialh actne faults in the planning area (map) - Locauoo of Eanhquake Fault Zc,aes des _,-Mated bs The State Geologist under the Alquist Pnu)o Eanh- quake Fault Zoning Act (see Chapter;, (map) • Assess the potential for ground shaking (Si - ldentiN acuNe and potenttans acu%c faults in the region (map) - Res iew hiswncal data on vismic wound shaking within the planning area - Geological esa)uauon of the pmeniml for ground %ha)one based on a maximum credible earthquake ( map) • Assess the potential for ground failure (S) - Geological e-.aluation of the potential for seismicany induced landslides. mudslides. hque- fxuon and soil compaction Imap) • Assess slope %tabdit) (CO S) - Re%iew hi%toncaldataonland lidesandmudslides - Geological esaluation of the pountia) for land- slides and mudslides (map) • Assess the potential for cliff eromcn (S) i Chapter ! The Rtgidred Venwels d Ott (.eaerd Me • The rype l.kation and inten.its of de.elt-spment in areas of wi.mi. hazards(LL S) • The tx pe kkanon and iniert-in of land u.e. in areas %% ith un.table .tlils i Ll CO S i • Policies for norr tru.rural `lttixip13in management approa.hes t LL CO) • The rape hkauon and inten_un of land uses within flood -prone areas(LL CO S) • The type lcxanon and inte-isin of de%elopment in area..ubje. tit) inundation from dam failure-, (LL S) • The type ltzauan. and intensin of land uses in Are hazard areas (S) Ideas for Opeo-Space %cUoa Programs Eery local open spay element is required to con- ta in a spe, i f i. a< Eton program 11655641 %% hat follow s are .A ime idea-, for action pray ams to pre•trre open - .pate «hile the firm item on the list it a open-spa.e zoning) is a state requirement for.ountie% and general law cities- the other ideas ant wgge.uons on]-* and are meant to stimulate thiAing about a.tion programs More detailed su;gestions can be found in OPR s pub- lication Putwq 4.1w►i u to tfte O)xn SN-e Elantut • Open •pa,-e zoning pursuant to 46591U (e g extlu- stee a:ntultbre zones.lar_e lo(zones oserla% zones for hazard% arras etc i • Publit atquimnnn of open space (sec Chapter t • Pn%ate a.qui.,vion of Open .pa.e to g_ non-profit land trusts or .on.er• antes) • Preferential as,es,n ents tree Chapter 5) • APpli. aeon of the Quimb% %.t to wbdi. imon ap- prosals (see 466471) • Prosiston-. for open ,pa.ein.pe.ifi.plans (.eeChap- ter S) Pros imons for open space in dt%elopment agree- ments (see Chapter 3) Transfer of development rights • Open .pa.e in planned unit de%elopments • k.tion Pmefam% for open pate Aithin urbanized areas - Connect existing open .pasts to the population A the greatest ne.e.srn for these open .pa.e, hose . an be taolitated b. a Extending the hours of emmine re.mationai fa.ilines by lighting them at night b Creatine a vacant lot- task fore to examine iL as s to allow publicly o A ned %a.ant panel. to .omen to inienm pacm%e use Para._'. and .0m- munin gardens . Expanding park,. and .ch xols and ac..tst..hools to . on% ert v�phalt to turf d funding and expanding s anous rapes of park% and ret , eau.in programs (mpo•e impact fees on new dexeloprient where jumi tied a In.hh:e open -space 3equt.ition in .apiul im- prosement programs b Employ land test controh to impose rra.•tmable and proptimonal impact fees to a.qutre open .pace Techrucal %mstaoce and [nformanon `e tollou ire state agencies -nas pro\ tue inic men or assistance for the preparation of the tt;7e7 .,tit, r rrt•atnt AirResour.esBoard Cahk-4-n3Cto u1Com mi.•ion State Coa,ul Con_.crsan.-\ Department of C.--,en ation i Dts tuon of Land Conwr%anon Di of Oil Gass and Geothermal Resources and Dv i.icn of and Geo)ogs) Depamnent of Ft.h and Came Department of Fore -.in and Fire ProteLmon Department of Panes and Recreation Set.mic Safen Commi-mon Department of A ater Resources- and A ildlite Conner sat ion Board 1 72 (,toera) flan Glade[net APPENDIX `B" Table 2 ComparatiNe Population and mousing Data for Grand Terrace 1970-2020 1970 1980 1990 1996 2015 2020 Population Total 5 901 8,498 10,946 13 350 14,187 14.421 Po Group -Quarters - - 110 101 101 - Residcnt Pop - - 10.836 13.249 14 086 Total Housing Units 1.917 3,282 4,059 4.706 5.044 5.165 }Households 3.856 4.652 4 995 5 113 Household Site 3 14 2 76 281 211 2 82 282 Sources 1970 data is from the 1970 Census 1990 data is from the 1980 Census 1990 data is from the 1990 Census 1996 data is from the State Department of Finance 2015 and 2020 projections arc from SCAG San Bernardino East Valley Model 10196 AP P END IX "C" Governor Pete Wilson Putting Action into the Open Space Element: Techniques for Preserving Open Space and Farmland Governor's Office of Planning and Research 1400 Tenth Street Sacramento CA 95814 (916) 445-0613 Paul F M net, atacl r Areero P%asp!ata, Aulria Kenne'h Lee, Away Intem °e+sed hcvenber 1997 J Putting Action into the Open Space Element TECHNIQUES FOR PRESERVING OPEN SPACE AND FARMLAND ach.o.mt% artiern in Cai,torma mutt adopt an open �psee element a., patnof it,. general plan The a ement Etc a tatement of local p1Anrant poitciec tocu.-.,ng on the u%e of unrmpro%ed land or water for it the pre,tr% 3tion or managed production of natural rewurcee '_f outdoor recreation and 31 the promotm of public health and cafes B? law slit document mutt contain an aeuon program' idenuf%tnc Vmriic tectmiques which the county or ein intends to use to implementing it. open .pace plan The purpose of the follow the paper i, to impro%e the effteti%tntc: of local ope n,.pace ekrttent, b% htghl rghung potential acuon procram comp=nte Open space zenine and %illiAnvLon act contracts. are %,deli used preser%ation technique, These place regulatory limit% on the 1%pet of ucec v, +ich mA) be pureed ,n agricultural area., in order to pre%ens the con%er,uon of agncutrmal land; to nor. -compatible use, E%er% California counts and general law city mutt adopt open %pace zormg lGo%pTrWnt Code ceetton 6S910f \latofthe agricultural countte%ha%e actr%e \\ t)ltanwn act program offering land ownem property tax ,ncenu\e,tokeep landinagncultwe kc art".ult mo•,Calif+xn;a planner, ha%ea]read}tan, pled corie of the ample literature regarding agricultural prewr%e-, And zor ne To a%otd repev, on. slits publteAt,on to.u-,ec pn- nunh on non re_u!atom approaches which acquire open -,pace lznd., cc de%clopment right: Some of the technique-, diccvesed below ria\ be iced cbrecth b% a ctr% or county while otberc rch upon a program'of cooperation with other local go%cmmentc or pn%ate orgammorn% FINANCING ACQUISITION One of the bz,t method., for preser% tng open %pace and farmland L, to buy or lea,t the land Tht, a\oid, quectrons of m%ercr condertranon or 'ia1ine- since the owner to eompen,attd for the nght% to the land But w here doe,, the money for cues acgtncttion come from' ?ie tollo%Ine zectims de%cn3t a cants` of funding ,.curet". that are a%a, able tolocal eo%tmments -\ recent Con%tirutiortal amerdment has ctgrrtfi- eantl% restricted the ability of local go%emment_c to r-ow re%enue,. through main of .he follow ing funding couret% Propo4zitton218 enactedb% Californm \otem in\o%ember 1996-pro(eMta:\paytrcb} limttine dw method, b% %hub local go%ernrtene; exact re%enut from tarpa�tr, without their eonstnt - \Ian% of the general tarts asseccrnents and user fees prev=,.h used to rate re%trut, are now cubjeet to %oter ap- pro%al under the pro%iiiorm of Propo,.,tion 31& The ,t:ntficance of Propo,.tton 319 to AmAing open,pace tn,t,aus t% will be di%cuwd to the following %ecuonc \ot all wurce% of re%tnut art atTected but o%erall the proce%, will be %lower the o%erhead cast-. sin be greater and with the new abtltty of the electorate to repeal or reduce taxes. zcceccrntntc fees and 6arsec b%inivau%e there will bekc,certaint%ofacortatuous re%enue ,.utam. Remember that aey-utcition tc not t,m,ted to tee ,.impie p+urcha%t_c of land Purchasing de%eleprrem nght,- property opuon.N or eacemcntc can a'-;o be enecti%e means of protecting open %pace depending upon the ctrcumaance% For a detailed dtccu,.ceon of man% of the a%adable option-t refer to Trxjl% jia Me Greenbelr publt%lxd b_% The Greenbelt M iana a San FrarcL-co-based open :pace ad%ocac\ group Deirelopment impact fees are a popular rvdM for financing park land (under the Qutmb% act) and infrastructure However, we will not d xv" impact fees. to detail \\role impact fete. and dedicabm,. of land act useful on a project-b%-project basis in our opinion slit% are not parucularly well "ted to be the sole bat ,. for a long -ranee acqutcttion program- There are te%tral rea%omt for thtsi 1 The Amount of fee, collected tc direct% related to tlx rate of de%elopraent mthtn the corx-turim r-<% cannot be depended upon during DO ; of ,.low acti%11% 3 Fce% art %bort-term to nature L rider California - law unu-;cd and uncommitted feet mua be re- funded if not obligated in G%t %ears 3 Fees. must be clearl% justified The% mum lot bawd rt iil\f "C Tld',� IN -TO Tttc 0FE♦ cP %CE EEEUE%f nzcd the Eav Bas. Recimal Part. Dotno to ocue $2 2S million in G O bonds. TT.e bond,. financed a nujor expanc,on of the di,.tntt c ?ark and open %pace hold- inv. Tlie bond-. also finamed the impro%emcni and enlareerxnt of c anou,.girt irk and reerea.ion faeili- tu• w ithin the Eam Ba% di•tnet State law authonzec ,oral go%errmentc to lec'% special assessments upon property ow nem in order to purchacr and maintain oper space The o-aTwm mmt be the benefieiant-. of the open space and the -we of individual acctccn vnt le%its mutt be ctrretic propor- tional to the amount of per -parcel :Wia) benefit" which the proper[, recents- As. aneth defined by Propoauon 218 's.pecial benefit' means a panicular and dii4rnct benefit oser and abo%e central betittite conferred on real propem located in the dint or the public at large General erib-mcement of propem value does not eoncutute special bencta - ks..e-.anent% m.iv not exceed the protect s total cm Unlike a-Pecial dictnct a special ascec ment dis- trict i-. not a political entiry It is cimph a decimated area re which a local gocenment kvits open space charec% Propov tion 21 R i mpacu- s.pecial ac-;ec men[-. more than am other of the financing mechan -;ms diccicctd in this. report. T%e Cor_wrational amendrient .nvah- �+a:es. prev touch a,.tabliched procedure-. and eoun in- terpretatiors applied to the ice and lev%ing of Tec[al acceccmenm It rc,.tricm the ices to which ascts.cr*ienL% nay be put limit, the property o9mers who mac be charged aececcmentc iccteactc focal agenev account- abihm and prohibus aw%%mentc that lack the rapport of local propem owners Die formation of a &-trot rc prem�ed on recen ing approval from a majonr% of the affected propem owne mby cast ofba)lot (chic method of voting is called an 'arse sment ballot proceeding" to distinguish it from an e)tction) Ballots must be weighted propor- tionalh to the firancial obligation of the affected propem In contract to previous law the governing body does not ha-. a the authonty to ov errole the prop- erty owners w ben a majonty cam ballot,. azai rot district formation- Further once an accec,.Mtn[ Lc created it may be repealed or reduced by popular v ate 7%e fo11eK Inc exist rc a,.ctcs.mertc in place as. of November S 1996 are exempt from the application of propocilion 21R '(a) Any ac;eccment imposed exclusc•v eh to fi- nance the capital cost-. or maintenanct and operation expenses for sidewall s. streets, ,.ewem water flood control drainage cy aemr, and vector control (b) An% as.s.eccmcnt imposed purvrant to a peu- lion signed by the per -.au oiLming all of the parcck cubleet to the as%twneni at the time the ae-.tccnnerA is initially imposed '(e) Any acceccment the proceeds. of which are cxcluci%tI% used to repay borxW intdebte&ms. or which the failure to pas. would %iolate the Contract Impairment Clause of the Corctirution of the L nited States '(d) am asseccment which prc%m-,h reetned malonty %oter appro%al from the %oters. %oune in an electron on the rccue of the awcunent - (Section S. kruck XM D California Constitution) The Park and Pla%ground Act of 1909 (t;o%em- me rat Code section 3M et crq.) allows noes (but not. counties) to impose accewwrim to finance the acgtn- stuon and improvement of public parlor, pla\ grounds - and urban open space land Tluc act alto allow c a can to condemn land for there pirpoces. TlxLand,.capingandLightingActof 1972(Streets. and Hi £hw ay c Code cectionr 225M et eq ) enables cities counties and special di•tnets to amne other things. acquire land for parlor recredixxL and open ,.pace In addition a local ,o%errment ma\ use the accec menm to pay for improvements and MLan.e- nance Pnor to Proposition 219 this act was. w idch ucrd on the basis that parlor open space arA recreatim tacilitiesbenefited propert c,.bv incredciredvirvalue Propeciuon 219 put% an end to this juc,fication b,6 imposing its. stnct definition of -.peeial benefn thus malang the Act much more ditfiicult to ace In 1990 the East Bas. Regional Part. D:rrict ectabh-.hed a new Landscaping and Lighting act x%- wscrnent dictnct to finance mainwnarre of parks m easaemContra CoaaCounn In 1993 dvparL,;di,-rtw cctabliched another Landscaping and Light ng diwxt cosenng both Alameda and Contra Costa Counties 4 fund maintenance of trails and trail comdom The bale-uetdOpenSpacettaintenance act(Go.- emment Code cectian 50575 et seq ) Is helpful when a city or county ha% already acquired open space bat doesn't have a a►a% to pas for tic maintenance Under the act local gov emmenv mac iev-N ad \ alore m vpec%al a-cz%rnenM to improve and maintain open space: reduce tire. flood, and ermon hazards and perfom related acuvitis The formation proceed n;s of &-K Act conflict w ith Propoation 219 c provi-.ioat f1v local go\emment must,.ub-unite the requirements of P:opoation 219 for an% conflicting pro%L,)m% in the cods until pr ope r legrclauve action is talon to reconc ;e the Act w uh Proposition 21 A 5 I ,I h l r l> Pt TY1%G_%ET16% I%TA THE titE% IV%cc It 011%T State Coa•ul Consen ant% f6r the purchase of en% iron- mntall% sens►tiw land for open spice in the coastal saruntmit% of Cambria Tie count% designated a por- i.on of the town of Cambna as the -recei%ing zone for do%clopment credits that are transferred from the en%i- rorrien.alh scnc►use lands P-opert% owner% in the recess ins zone m% purchase de%elormerx credit-. (in the form of %quire feet of builsfing areal from the trust in order to increast the square footage of their homes abort the norrnall% permitted Iirrut An intere%un t feature of this transfer of de%elop- ment credits procram is that it eotsts the count% nothing. Since the sale of credit,. i_. adminntered b► the wet. Iles elopnncnt i%di.tnbuted o%er the whole corvnunm ratter than in just a small number of large projects. because homeos%nem teas purchase )utt the portion of de%elopmeni credits needed to male additions to their homes rather than ha%ing ,o rirthast all the credits ass tined to a parcel ow red b% the trust Proceeds from the sale of de%dopment crcdits are used to purchase additional land% for open space CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION ORGANIZATIONS A regional open space district is another etfec- u%e mechanism for precen ine open space including 3encultural land It % an independent special district w ith an elected board of d►ree:om that is incorporated through the eooperati%e efforts of a regions cities. counties and %oars. Its pnman functions are to ac- quire present and ma main open space The,. narrow focus provider open space districts with an ad%antage o%tr cit% and count) go%emments when it comes to sa%ing open areas Since cities and counties have multiple and eompeung service objee- ti%e% open space funding can sometimesbe di%ened to other pressing needs An open space dictnet s re%- enut% on the other hand ma% onh be spent for open space purposes This tncouragr:s a aead% flow of Banding for the long-term implementation of an open space plan Dunne the pat eeMk- fiscal consvaints ha%e 1^,r.?ered the ,orma[ion of new open space distm Le. Ac in the case of ottitr local go%emmeras. regional open space dictncts ha%e been financed primanh b% prop - en % tax re%enues Property tax increases to fund nea diztnct-, are resincted b% Proposition 13 In re -Toast state legislation enacted in 1987 al - lowed counties to increase their %ales tax to fin.mc general expsriclitures thus exp,ndin, district fu►dine Opponuriniec Hoa►e%er an% sales tax dedicated %okh to an open space district i-.con, idered a special tax and requires a tw o-thirds %oter appro% al under Proposition 'iR Sonoma Counn %own created the Agriculrural Precenation and Open Specs Distntt in IW and authonzed a quaner cent sales tax increase to fund the Dtctnct The S 10 to 12 million dollam annual re%enue that re%lm is used pnman7% to purchase consenation eammerim from willing %eflm Since IW_ the District has acquired easements o%er approximately 23 000 acres. Also SB 16AS (Cb 992 State 19961 authorize, open space disuietc to lc%} sptcia) a-,sessmerim for open space purports Thest avec%ments are subject to Proposition 31 R'c limitations on the use and of special a%%tc%mente Regional open space dictnctc are also authorized to le%'% special taxes. subject to a two-thirds %oter approval In addition the% ma%retei%eland gram and gifts and ma} emplo% debt financing measures such as general obligation bond; Thc% ma% also least real estate as part of tiic►r pre--cr%at,on acti%ltie-, For in- stance to ca%e agnculniral land the% may purchase farms orgrazing range-, and lease the mback to former; and rancher; Regional d,stncm such as the Mann Open Space Dictnet- sometimes ernplo% the %ernces of land consen ation trusts in acq iirinc open space In 1995, The \lidpernrsula ReVonal Open Space Distnct participated in a Joint acquisition with the Counn of Santa Clan Count\ to purchase 907 acre lacquer Ridge Jacques Ridge pro% ides a a ildlife cor- ndor. connecting o%er 10 OM acres of contiguous part, and open space land-, It also esublisbes a %teal link in the Bay area Ridge Trail lire Miidpeninsula Regional Open Space Distinct et responsible for the precen anon of o%cr 36 000 as.: zs of open space extending from the city of San Carlos to the towin of Los Cato-, The enabling legislation for regional open space disinct; is in the California Public Resources Code commencin, w ith section 55M and in the Go%ernrient Code commencing %ith section S6 N It is the same authont% as that for regional park dends and ree,anal parr and open Tate districts A land conservation trust is another ripe of organiza- tion de%oted to protecting open space agricultural lands wildlife habitats and natural resource lands The approximate 80trustc inCali fornia achie%e theirobjee- 7 ►lT`�G�iCT10%I%TO'T11U,orE% ct4C' ELE%1[%f the conw%.dtion ofjericulturallindand open cpace or for hicionc precervition l nit%e open -,pace ease case raft there rc no pros. edure for non-renek al of conger v ation ea.ei-tentc antl there tc no expiration date In cctebliching in easement a landovA ner and local acenev acree upon the perr-utted land use, u then the corer%_t on area The ea�errent tc bindin: upon •uc t.eci%c o-A ner-- of the land hie Cortcervation Eacet*tent act dw not require eoncenatnon easements to eonfo m to local general plant \everthekes a general plan ut useful a-, the rationale for a local easement program Recent Mate legiclauon hat expanded opportum- tie-- for ciucc and count it,. to protect v cable a gncultural lands. 7be Department otConservation'-, agricultural Land Stea►ar&hip Program ( kLSP) %►as. enacted in 1995 as. SB', S The Program pro% idec duel. count.e-- and non profit land tructc 9, nth furdinc for the purLhase of eor-rrva:.oneacemew from agnculrural lardown- erc The Program complements the «tlliartcon act by providing permanent protection of agricultural land targeting protection of most threatened agncultuml land. plat ng oc►nw-hip of development nehm with a Hurd pam uaralh a local land trust and proved-ne one t me pa}rxrtc allo'aine farmers to re mvcct in their agncultural o}eratiore to improve profitabilrn Sou•ces of revenue for funding include v-itt% tiena- tionc leciclatrve approprtat,onc central oblic, A bondc federal grant or Ioanc and other vourcec M -%cncultur3)UndSteMardchipProgr,,n wart %L ith the federal Farmland Pro(ection Program.ar- rcntl% faeibtaung rrrdin, for W acres. on four ; �- po-ed p, rcelc of ta..-Hand -fate lariat in Dior Count% anti farm,.nFre,noCounnand SolinoCourty The dc% elopin-ent nck, on the propenit-, %x ell be u2m- ter red t rorn 1-ndourterc to v anouc nanprot it larwi trlcic vt hile allow ine the lardogmem tocontinue to osm end farm the land CONCLUSION State planning law mandate-, the inclusion of open ,.pace action procrunc in ever% local general p.r \tam cominumuec in coripl%.ng aith hit req,f -c- nt b-%a zme a -.ep further b%adopting rxa:i-tc thatprecerve acr-culr-jrallanti, and protectoper•p.,cc This publicat on ha, lugh-lighted a ranee of pre w%a- tion opoon% that are av ailable to local covemmer e Counuesandaiesma%ucrthcceiechnique--toer; nd the etfectivcriecc of their open space element-- but re caut,ored to Lzkc adequate ,.tep in order to meet he pro%,c'unc of P•ope,ition 219 9 A-PPE\DLY "D" LIST OF THE GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND IWLEIMENTING ACTIONS OF THE PROPOSED OPEN SPACE ELEMENT I. GOAL I: That the Open -Space heeded for Outdoor Recreation in the City of Grand Terrace be provided and thereby improve the quality of life for the residents of the City Objective l : To provide sufficient open space to satisfy the outdoor recreational needs of the residents of the City of Grand Terrace Implementation Actions: Consider amendment of the City's zoning code to require open space areas in all residential developments 2 Consider the feasibility of establishing a park site %%ithin that portion of the City lying westerly of the I-215 Freeway Such consideration shall include the possibility of utilizing privately held, underutilized parcels and those areas subject to flood hazard lying west of the freeway 3 Review and evaluate the possibility of developing existing easements in residential neighborhoods as linear parks (An example of such an easement is the Edison right -of --way north of Pico Street between Michigan Street and Reed Street) 4 Evaluate the possibility of developing the Gage Canal as a lmear park including a pedestnan/bicyle trail (This can be used as a linkage with the residential area in the southern part of the City to the dowatowii area. The City will consider the feasibility of expanding jomt use agreements with the Colton Unified School District to provide more open space facilities 6 Utilizing a park standard of 4 acres per 1000 population for active recreational needs, study the financial feasibility of acqu.nng an additional 14 acres for park -land to enable the City to meet the recreational needs of the community (Includes 5 acres presently leased from Edison at Pico Park) 7 Given the amount of undeveloped park land both acquired and to be acquired, consider the feasibility of developing 39 acres for active recreational needs 8 The City will establish guidelines and standards for the establishment of a linkage s) stem among the City's parks and open space areas In residential areas, the feasibility of utilizing sidewalks shall be made These sidewalks will be part of the "Pedestrian Sidewalk Master Plan" called for in the support, financially, the procurement of recreational equipment and park maintenance • Actively seek out various government grant programs such as the "Local Assistance Grants" administered by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, the "Urban Park and Recreation Recovery Program," admuustered by the National Park Service, "CDBG" grants and other government sponsored programs such as those offered by the California Department of Health Services • Explore the possibility of obtaining grants from private corporations such as Home Depot and "REI" (Recreation Cooperative) and private foundations such as the Hewlett Foundation, California Releaf and the Local Government Commission • Actively use various resources on the Internet such as the "Internet Nonprofit Center," "The Foundation Center" and "Urban Parks Institute" to research available private funding to support Open Space objectives • Review the feasibility of utilizing various other mechanisms for funding open space development and maintenance including but not limited to — general obligation bonds — community services district — public enterprise revenue bonds — user fee financing — tax increment financing — borrowing 17 The City will give the highest priority to exploring various funding mechanisms, including grants, to purchase the five acres of Pico Paris presently leased from Southern California Edison 'I. t^F II. GOAL II: That the Natural Resources in the City of Grand Terrace be protected and preserved by utilizing open space designations or related regulations. Objective 2: To provide open space areas or appropriate regulations to protect and preserve land in the City with natural resources Implementing Actions: l The City will utilize existing information of biological resources including data on natural vegetation and wildlife habitats for both rare and endangered species from such resources as the California Department of Fish and 2 Those areas subject to flood hazard will be placed in a flood hazard overlay zone 3 Areas in the City subject to flood hazard will be studied for compatible open - space uses Objective 5: To provide open space needed for public health and safety resulting from wild land fires in the City of Grand Terrace r Implementing Actions: 1. The City will contact the San Bernardino Forester and Fire Warden to determine which portions of the City are subject to wild land foes 2 The City will apply a fire overlay district to those areas m the City subject to wild land fires such as Blue Mountain from its summit to the toe of the Mountain 3 Areas in the City subject to wild -land fires will be studied for compatible open -space uses. IV. GOAL IV: That open space be provided to bring about the enhancement of community identity Objective 6: Create a city center with a public plaza open space area. Implementing Actions: Consideration will be giNen to the establishment of a public plaza in reviewing the proposed "Town Square" project on Barton Road, this public plaza will be designed to serve the social and cultural needs of the community 2 Consider the feasibility of extending bile lanes and pedestrian paths to allow people to walk to the public plaza area in the "Town Square" project on Barton Road Objective 7: Fortify the City s image for enhancing community identity and economic development opportunities by promoting its open space resources Implementing Actions: As an outreach program, the City will utilize various multi -media marketing methods to proactively "market" the City's parks and recreation facilities 2 The City will continue to honor `Blue Mountain" as a community symbol reflecting its value as a major open space and scenic resource. This may take the form of utilizing the `Blue Mountain" symbol in future landscaped Implementing Actions: u 1 The City will continue its beautification programs to landscape various public areas to enhance the beauty of the community 2 Develop and pursue funds for implementation of a tree planting and management program per U S Department of Agriculture guidelines which includes but is not limited to tree inventories, participation of schools and other community groups, sources of grant funding, etc 3 Ihble the program is being de,.eloped, adopt a tree ordinance to regulate the planting, maintenance and removal of trees on rights -of -way and City facilities 4 That for every tree removed from City parkways, a new tree be planted of a mature size or two trees of a small size 5 The City shall study the feasibility of adopting a city-wide tree preservation ordinance 6 The City shall uutiate the project and pursue funding for a median on Barton Road to include appropriate large scale/tall trees 7 That renderings of an ideal Barton Road/Mt. Vernon corridors street scape will be de -.eloped, as funds allow, to provide examples of the city vision of the street scape to prospective developers 8 Work with the California Department of Transportation to develop programs, perhaps run by volunteers, to beautify the unplanted slopes along the I-215 Freeway where the Freeway crosses the City of Grand Terrace F APPENDIX"Ell DISCUSSION ON THE EXPANSION OF PICO PARK In the southwest corner of the City lies Pico Paris It was opened to the public in 1994 and is presently 10 acres in size Five of those acres are leased from Southern California Edison while the other S acres were purchased by the City The Park complex consists of three lighted ball/soccer fields, two regulation basketball courts, one ADA approved tot -lot, concession stand, storage facility, restrooms, and parking area The Park is heavily used by various organizations including Little League and has become a real asset to the community It has been suggested during the review penod \that the City may wish to consider a proposal to extend Pico Park to allow additional baseball and soccer fields. This would allow Pico Park to become a "regional park" for the City as a whole by allowing for the expansion and centralization of recreational activities such as baseball and soccer. There is additional vacant land to the Immediate west of the Park for this potential expansion. It is owned by Southern California Edison. The total amount of vacant acreage between Van Burren St and Pico St and westerly of the Park for this suggested expansion is approximately 32 4 acres, however, as discussed in the Open Space Element only an additional 9 acres of park land is needed to meet the 4 acres/1000 population standard (excluding the S acres presently leased from Edison at Pico Park) It should be noted that an additional 9 to 10 acres would not make Pico Park a true "regional park," which is usually much larger in size and is intended to serve an entire region --not just one junsdiction, but a good-sized neighborhood type park. The expansion of Pico Park would, most likely, utilize adjacent lands which are shown as I (Industrial) on the City's General Plan and are zoned MR (Restricted Manufactunng) District, the land owned by Southern California Edison. As noted m the Open Space Element, the General Plan Task Force made several recommendations to the City Council in 1997 in the form of a Strategic Action Plan One of the areas of the Task Force's many recommendations had to do with the City's Industrial area. The Task Force suggested that the City increase and expand the busmess/mdustnal park area in order to increase the industrial job base, increase the City's taxable sales, and increase tax increment revenues. The Task Force further found that the City should emphasize development of the industrial area to create trade jobs, thus creating a larger base of people to the area to support local retail businesses The Task Force noted that the development of the City's industrial area is becoming increasingly necessary for the support of an active downtown and an increase City tax base The expansion of Pico Park would require an amendment to the City's General Plan to change the I (Industrial) to a PUB (Public Facilities) category, which is the classification for a park site This would, of course, remove land from the I (Industrial) classification and would not further the recommendations of the General Plan Task Force as stated in the Strategic Action Plan In evaluating such an amendment to the General Plan, the City %%ould have to weigh the recreational needs of the community for additional park land versus its economic needs as reflected by the General Plan Task Force in its goals for industrial development in the City Lastly, there are other areas in the City where additional acreage for the City's recreational needs could be found without reducing the City's tndustn2l base, i e the base of Blue Mountaui. APPENDIX "F" DISCUSSION ON HERITAGE/YOUTH PARK AIND CENTER AT THE SUSAN PETTA PARK SITE In the northern part of our City lies the Susan Petta undev eloped park site It consists of about S undeveloped acres with 140 acres lying northerly of Grand Terrace Road and 3 60 acres lying southerly of Grand Terrace Road, just west of Mt. Vernon (see the attached sketch map) The developed portion of the park was dedicated by the City in 1996 The northern parcel lies immediately adjacent to Southern California Edison Transmission lines The Grand Terrace Senior Center lies to the immediate east of the southerly vacant portion Farther to the east is the Terrace View Elementary School A suggestion has been made that this would be a great site to consider a hentagelyouth park and center The park and center would be developed with three "phases " (again, see the attached sketch map) Phase I would consists of the hentagelyouth park It could be developed With "Historic Preservation Grants" to recreate a historic street of an era in the Inland Empire 100 or more years ago by utilizing four to five historic type houses The City would purchase, move and rehab the houses with the assistance of the preservation grants The houses would then be donated to various civic groups and clubs such as the Lions Club, Women's Club and Boy Scouts to operate and maintain provided that each house be dedicated to some sort of program to serve the recreational and cultural needs of the City's youth Because this is something that hasn't been tied before, it would start out, at least, to be a pilot program to see how things developed But this would be a great way of both adding to the cultural resources of the community while providing needed recreational facilities for the City's youth Phase II would entail relocating the City's senior center to the town square or to a restored community center location on Barton Road Either option would allow for the senior center to be more centrally located to better serve the seniors, could in-,olve a larger facility and would support the commercial and cultural corridor along Barton Road env isioned by the General Plan Strategic Action Plan The existing building at Susan Petta Park would then be sold or dedicated to join with the youth center developed earlier under Phase 1 Phase III at the Susan Petta Park site would consists of acquiring the 127 acre parcel between the existing senor center building and the Terrace View Elementary school (please refer to the sketch map again). This acquisition could be made with the assistance of the School Distract for joint school/youth activities This parcel would be developed for active recreational type uses such as a swirrurnng pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, etc The development of Phase III would greatly expand the recreational facilities for the City's youth Finally, another idea that has been made is that the City might want to explore with the County of San Bemardmo some sort of a joint -use facility The County Museum or Board of Education could devel :)p this site as a county -wide historical park m partnership wilh the City This would have the advantage of sharing the responsibility of developing the site with another jurisdiction and would also provide an "anchor" to the heritage park which would attract other groups interested m historic preservation The City would help to build this heritage park but would also work to assure that recreational facilities be incorporated into the project to serve the community's youth. 01, Sua" Pemt Pawl 45i& No ScrAL.E APPENDIX "G" COLTON JOINT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT APPLICATION AND PERMIT FOR USE O sMl7'x' DOL FACILITIES (ALL 771 FF CopZES MUST ) ex Today's Date 3/% lam._ - Organization ctx of Gaama itns School TEMACt: rl l Li 5 f11^^� a snae�r►s wN- - SAT- Purpose of use AetIGS E1190M Date(s) of use AMl 1+1 � O - AuausT z,, 1� Time _1-3n 7n —3n ni -- rP iAT FACILITY (Please ..►rcle) Auditorium / Multi -Purpose Room / Classroom / Resource Room / Kitchen / Restrooms Football Stadium / Basketball Courts / Ken Hubbs Gym / Macintosh Gym / OHS Gym Fields (please specify) Other Poo Will school equipment be needed? If so, please list and contact Principal or Director of Activities prior to event Estimated Attendance Admission Fee $_ Collection? Yes No Will event be non-exclusive and open tot the pu is Is the organization making application a religious creed. church. or sectarian denomination? Yes_ No„_ Is it in any way connected with or giving support or aid to a religious group, church, creed, or sectarian denomination? Yes_ No-x The undersigned applicant hereby agrees to be personalty responsible, on behalf or the above -named organization (1) for any damage sustained by the school building or appurtenances thcroof, aocruuis throughl the occupancy of said organization, all invoices for scryservices. all including food services. f anys of , the by theUnified Distnet School District Board of Education governing the use of facilities. and (3) o pay promptly TI D T R MENT The applicant for the use of Colon Joint UniGod School District facilitis agrees t and does hereby ever, nifywhich and hold harmless OL iA MI,ESS A tic is c , its o ►cers, agcsils�oyocs Go every claun or demand made and every liability, loss, damage, or expense o any nature whatsoever, which may be urcunrod by reason of use oC such fac►ities NO LOTTERY SHALL BE CONDUCTED ON ANY SCHOOL GROUNDS OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THIS PERMIT. The undersigned states that, to the best or enhis knowledge otiwluch s toaccomplishsh h the ovror use or which c�rtivow of theliGovon is hereby made will rn Government of the United States by force. v olcmx. ort be used for the ssion other unlawful vful act intrndod w fiutlxx any program a movement the purpose means ThatNQ SR�I the organization on whose behalf is making application for use of school pproppecrty, does not. to the best of you l�ww'I�o ge o vocato rho ovcrtlirow o 0 overrmcnl o o United States or o e State of Col►Conua by force. violence, or other unlawful means. ^nd tha to the pest of your laiowfotlgc. ►t is not a commtirust-action organization or comet ist•from r ization required by law to be registered with the Attorney General of dw United States This statement is made under penalties oCpequry pp Ic lease print of type igl �ture u e A en iry p num beir ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ DISTRICT OFFICE USE ONLY Venfied by Date Ia there a charge? S Irowance Requued pprove y it a Dsic - Mile laMer Community Semites Departr March 4,1999 Colton Joint Unified School D►stnct Greg Gage, Director of Facilities Planning and Construction 1212 Valencia Drive Colton, CA 92324 Subject Use of Terrace Hills Middle School for City of Grand Terrace Aquatic Program for the 1999 Summer Season Dear Mr Gage Please find enclosed a proposal for the administration of the aquatic program at Terrace Hills `fiddle School The C11) %%ould like to continue to sere the Grand Terrace Community by aay of pro%►d►ng a recreational s,,%im program As pre%►ously demonstrated, both entities ha"e been able to enjoy a %ery pos►t►-ve %%OTking relationship As in the past, all Cit) staff %%ill be certified according to State and Red Cross standards E%er) effort will be made to mammize community participation and meet the aquatic needs of the Grand Terrace community, with swim programs that will range from Water Baby courses through Ad%anted S\%inuning and Specialized classes. This )ear the City is proposing that the hours of operation be adjusted from pte%ious years to enable a larger group of the community to participate With the surrounding elementary schools on a ') ear around' schedule and with man) households ha%►ng both parents uorking the later hours will enable greater access to our aquatic programs ideall) %tie N%ould tile to operate the pool from 1 30-8 30 p m , Monday -Saturday, Ix -gunning June 14 and ending August 24, 1999 Unless the D►stnct proposes any ctianges, %\e will be happy to function, -•►thin the guidelines of the existing Joint Po%%ers Agreement as amended 22795 Baron Road • Grand Terrace, California 92313 5295 • t909) 824-6621 Community Services Depan-ner MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Between COLTON ]OINY UNIF%ED SCHOOL D%STftICY And CITY OF GRAND TERRACE For the summer of 1999 it has been detennined to be of mutual benefit to the parties to ha%e the City of Grand Terrace Communit) Services Department operate the Terrace Hills diddle School svtimming pool, under the guidelines of the JOINT USE OF F-kCiLITiES kGREENIE\T signed April 1991 To male the ser%ices to the community as beneficial as possible, the parties do hereb) agree to the following terms The School District vvill i Provide and maintain the ph)sical facilities 2 Pro% ide all chemicals needed to maintain appropnate %%ater quality 3 Operate and maintain all filtenng equipment- 4 Maintain title to the property and in an emergent) or a conflict of terms, ma) step in and assume complete control and authonty The City of Grand Terrace %%ill i Pro-, ide qualified and --ompetent staff Schedule their work hours, establish job Descriptions and pay all personnel according to the City's schedule 2 Collect and account for all funds 3 kla,ntain daily cleanliness of the pool, locker rooms and surrounding areas. 4 Reimburse the School District for replacement of any lost le)sJlocks etc �k 22795 Barton Road • Grand Terrace, California 92313-5295 • (909) 824-6621 ADDENDUM ADDENDUM OF CHANGES TO THE PROPOSED OPEN SPACE ELEIET RESULTING FROM AGENCY REVIEW AND COMMENTS I. COMMENTS RECEIVED FROM THE S0U7HERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GO (SLAG) A COMMENT The proposed Open Space Element should include a discussion and analysis of the relationships between the proposed element and the policies of SCAG's Regional Comprehensive Plan and Guide and Regional Transportation Plan. REPLY Staff suggest that the following paragraphs be added to the end of Section IV, Open Space Issues on page 1 S: 1 !.9/� • 11 � !., 1!: • �• �11 Il.y! 1, !'ll •�l •. 1 7 • • ! •. .• 6 l.7� • t - ►�1 i �L _' ll • •a . 11' i \C • •� • / . _y ► ..!. • �!!. / : !.lam ?. c w �Lr•• `1 �1 _ _ ► ! • U �••. Lc 1.�. �� 1 !-.`1l•a t _ /_• t•.•. • • �: •� , . 1.• ! . ! u _r u,al . .• _ • Y_ 1_ • �In,dl 1;• • 1 n • . !! - 1 : • ! h. : �1:MEN T-F 11: ��_ ! -!� •! .`!LC_!.1 �In•.-, t. i �•n• Ill_ •_ !,L. fit- 91-MIRML. �•�__ • 1 • •; • 1. t•- 1• _ \ 71 1 �11 1.• •r 1 71•.l.•l: • ! '! 7 !l' 1 � • L • •� � _1 ! • !. • !I 1 !!_ �. 1. �•r7 • 1 Ir�7•t . i !l !.• •. • _yU 'i,4�t i dfnr dt or biking Further, Staff suggest that the following language be added to Implementing Actions No 4 and No- 9 on page 16 of the Element tinder Objecti%e 1. 4 Evaluate the possibility of developing the Gage Canal as a linear park including a pedesumm/bicycle trail which would connect with the imposed mgio I trail along the Gee Canal in Riverside County. (Ibs can be used as a linkage with the residential areas in the southern part of the City to the downtown area.) 9 The City will work with other public agencies and private entities to coordinate its trail planning and development to tie into regional trail systems connecting neighboring cities and counties. These trails may be use for pedestrian, equestrian or bilnrig Such efforts will include a connection with the Santa Ana River Trail as shown in the "Plan of Open Space and Trails for the County of San Bernardino and with the trail system of the County of Riverside including the opmpQsed regional trail among. the Cie Canal in Riverside County III COMMENTS RECEIVED FROM THE TRANSPORTATION/FLOOD CONTROL DEPARTMENT -SURVEYOR OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY A COMMENT The City of Grand Terrace does not participate in the FEMA program for flood am ance Therefore, according to the most recent FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map, dated March 18, 1996, the entire city lies within Zone X, unshaded REPLY It is true that the City does not participate in the FEMA program because most of the City is in Zone X, a non hazardous area, however, this is an issue that will be reviewed and discussed in the updated Safety Element, yet to be prepared. The above statement that the "entire city lies within Zone X, unshaded" is not accurate. The Rate Map, dated March 18, 1996, which the City has a copy of, shows that a small portion of the City lying generally between the Santa Ana River and Vivienda Avenue and easterly of La Cadena Drive is located in a flood hazardous area This fact is reflected in the programs in the Open Space Element calling for open space to be considered for flood hazardous areas. IV COMMENTS RECEIVED FROM THE DMSION OF MINES AND GEOLOGY, DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION, STATE OF CALIFORNIA A COMMENT. Your general approach to link open -space planing with known geologic hazards is commendable To assist the City in its plannng efforts, the Division of Muses and Geology has referred City staff to various maps, reports and other sources regarding geologic hazards. 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Sot a�esa re. -1.....e Orr Tor 7b. q Lie..-. lr.. rotor■ Cr.fr7 7fa�r.•.� Cf.e.�.s Thank you for submitting the above referenced Project to SCAG for review and comment As area wide clearinghouse for regionally s3gmficant projects, SCAG assists cities, counties and other agencies to reviewing projects and plans for consistency with regional plans The attached detailed comments are meant to provide guidance for considering the proposed project within the context of our regional goals and policies If you have any questions regarding the attached comments, please contact me at (213) 236-1917 Sincerely, Ir �� DAVID STEIN anage r, Perfornia.nce Assessment and Implementation A;� e1,� f4 i� y V September 8,1999 Ms Patnzna Mateassi Page 3 Project with those policies General SCAG Staff Comments In terms of CEQA: Guidelines Section 15125, Environmental Setting, Subsection [e] requim discussion of the regional setting. Further, commentary included in the Discussion following the cited Section states .'A number of agencies have been required to spend large amounts of public funds to develop regional plans as a way of dealing with large-scale environniental problems involving air and water pollution, solid waste and transportation. Where individual projects would run counter to the efforts identified as desirable or approved by agencies in the regional plans, the Lead Agency should address the inconsistency between the project plans and the regional plans' .. 2 In addition, Section 15125 [d] states that. 677w EIR shall discuss any inconsistencies between the proposed project and applicable general plans and regional plans Such { regional plans include, but are not lunited to, the applicable air quality attainment or ,1 maintenance plan or State Implementation Plan, area -wide waste treatment and water quality control plans, regional transportation plans, regional housing allocation plans, habitat conservation plans, natural community conservation plans and regional land use plans for the protection of the Coastal Zone, Lake Tahoe Basin, San Francisco Bay, and Santa Monica Mountains' Discussions in the EIR are lacking on the consistency of the project with applicable regional plans, specifically the Regional Transportation Plan and the Regional Comprehensive Plan and Guide (which incorporates references to policies in the other regional plans). We understand that the eavironmertal document for the project is a proposed Negative Declaration, and not an EIR, but are concerned that there is no analysis offered regarding consistency of the plan with core policies, or support of ancillary policies. The final document should briefly address the relationships (consistency with core policies and support of ancillary policies) to SCAG's Regional Comprehensive Plan and Guide and Regional Transportation Plan. 3 Is the project consistent with the applicable Urban Water Management Plan, pursuant to § 211519 of CEQA7 4 The Initial Study was not included in the package from the City, and therefore, SCAG staff is unable to comment on the environmental document September 8,1999 Ms Patnraa Materasst PAige S If these forecasts are used, the proposed part acreage may be inadequate by the year 2020 The 2020 population used to the plan is 14,421. only 21 more residents theses SLAG projections for die year 2000 Based on SCAG projections, and the City of Grand Terrace standard of 4 acres per 1,000 residents, about 75 acres would be needed in the year 2M. 303 The tuning, faiancing, and location of public facillnex unity systenM and transpormran systems shall be used by SCAG to implement the region i growth policies. SCAG staff comments The document, on pages x through xvt, discusses implementation and timing of the Open Space Element. The Plan appears to be generally consistent with this core Potiry GMC POLICIES RELATED TO THE RCPG GOAL TO RAPROVE THE REGIONAL STANDARD OF LIVING The Growth Management goals to develop urban forms that enable individuals to spend less income on housing cart, that m itutwu public and private development costs, and that enable firms to be } more competitive, strengthen the regional strategic goal to stimulate the regional economy The evaluation of the proposed project in relation to the following policies would be intended to guide _ efforts toward achievement of such goals and does not infer regional interference with local land use powers. 309 Support local jrnsdictions'efforts to mininme the cost of infrastructure and public service delnYry, and efforts to seek new sources of funding for do elopment and the provision of services SCAG staff comments. The Executive Summary identifies funding strategies and the need for fiscal analysis is some instances, which is designed to rnmimize cost to the maximum extent The Project is supportive of this ancillary RCPG poky 2. The Air Quality Chapter (AM core action that is generally appbeable to the Project follows: 511 Through the enviromental document review process, ensure that plans at all levels of goveniment (regional air basin, county, subregional and local) con3tder air quality, land use, transportation and economic relationships to ensure consistency and rr,nimre confluts SCAG staff comments Tice Executive Summary contains no information regarding air quality and/or transportation issues Staff is unable to determine consistency with this core policy. September 9.1999 MS PaLnziA Materasst Page 7 E.N'D%OTE SOUTHERV CALffOR.\iA ASSOCtAT10\ OF GOVERSMEYM Roles and Authorities SCAG is a Joint rowers Agency established undo California Govenment Code Section 65M et sag. Under federal and state law. SCAG a designated as a Council of Governments (COC), a Regtocaa Transportation Planning Agency MMAJ and a Metropohtao Man" Organtzatioo (MPO) SCAGs mandated roles and responsibilities Include the WOO.ant: • Designated by the federal government as the Regon's .itetropolitan Planning Orjanrt010n and mandated to maintain a continuing cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process rrsahmg in a Regional Transportation Plan and a Regional Transportation Improvement Program pursuant to 23 US C. 5134(g)- ft 49 U S C §1607(f)-W et seq., 23 CFJL 5450. and 49 C F R §613 The Assocabon is also the designated Rea tonal Transporianon Planning Agency, and as such is responsible for both preparation of the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) and Regional Transporuuon Improvement Program (RTTP) under California Government Code Section 65080 • Responsible for developing the demographic projecuons and the integrated land use housing employment, and transportation programs, measures and strategies portions of the South Coast Air Quality llanagemem Plan, pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Secuon 40460(b)-(c) The Assoctauon is also designated under 42 U S C §7504(a) as a Co -Lead Agency for au quality planning for the Central Coto and Southeast Desert Air Basin Disuxt • Responsible under the Federal Ckan Air Act for determining Conformity of Projects, Plans and Programs to the State Implementation PIm pursuant to 42 U S C §7506 • Responsible pursuant to California Government Code Section 65089 2, for rewewing all Congestion ltanagement Plans (CMPs) for consistency nvith regional transportation plans required by Section 65M of the Government Code The Association must also evaluate the consistency and compauldity of such programs within the regon • The ai.lmzrA regional agency for later -Governmental Reuel. of Programs proposed for federal financial assistance and direct development acuvrtxs, pursuant to Presidential Executive Order 12,372 (replacing A-95 Review) 4 � • Responsible for reviewing, pursuant to Secuons 151250) and 15206 of the CEQA Guidelines. Enrtronmenial Impad Reports of projects of regional significance for consistency with regional plans, • The authorized Area wide Waste Treatment Management Planning Agency pursuant to 33 U S C. § 1 _Re 1N2) (Section 208 of the Federal Wilts Pollution Control Act) • Responsible for preparation of the Regional Housing Reeds Assessment pursuant to California Go%ernrtient Code Secuon 65584(a) RIVERSIDE COUNTY Regional Park And Open -Space District , 40"A) Cresirnort 11rad " Riwrside CA 92509 6858 a (900,` 955 4310 t*rR- August 9, 1999 Patrizia Materasst Community and Fconomic De%ek+pment Director City of Grand Terrace Communit) and Ei tmomic Dc%ck-,pment Department 22795 Barton Road (,rand I _rracc. CA 92313-5295 Dear Ms Materrassi Open -Space Element of the General Plan Fax (909) 955 4305 �' PAUL FRk*%DSEN General Manager Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Open -Space Element the cit% of Grand Terrace is proposing to add to its General Plan The Riverside County Regional Park and Open -Space District considers it important to coordinate v. ith neighboring jurisdictions to coordinate our trail planning efforts We ha%e the follo�inc comments on your Open -Space Element In Table 6. Goal and ObJectne I number 9 indicates the City %%ill %%ork with other public agencies to coordinate its trail planning and de%elopment We were contacted by your City and pro%tded at )our request, a snap shoeing the Ri%crside Count% regional trails sy stem imrnediatel) south of Grand ft.rra« llk Dimnct ha% a proposed regional trail along the Gage Canal alignment The executive cummcm %%c %%ere pro%rded made no mention of this or any other trails proposed bYlunsdictions adjacent to Grand Terrace The District requests that your Open -Space Element be more specific in its discussion of trails and include information from other junsdictions Table 6 Goal and Oblecti%e I number 10 mentions stud% ing the feasibility of integrating the Citv s trail s) stem w ith the appropriate scbmo-nts of the Cahfornia Recreational Trail System u ill a map be provided In %our Ope -Space Element showing those trail segments that pass through Grand Terrace? This statement also implies the Cit% has or is proposing a trail $%stem We would appreciate a cop% of %our existing or proposed trail system Ifyou have an% questions or if we can pro%ide %ou with any further information, please call me Kim Jarrell Johnson. at (909)955-6515 Sincerely Kim lartell Johnson Assistant Para, Planner K1/mg a grdterr -..pd A i • r r t jr-1--i-a4c &nil weryrit r.r hq. ir%pira on u-t a-d' en -'• r 4,1 gx__ V ;� S T % T I OF C%I IF0It\I % C t4-A1 Cox ernor's Office of Planning and Research a State Clearinghouse../ Girl% Dais %T1111 %IIDR1S% 14ot, 11\T11 %TaIFT R(X)V ::: S\CR\\IF\ltt C4J11FoR1%It #j%N Lorcitaltn.h rAV%tR\- R NAMING %DDILM Ft' Fri\ ,414-4 SSCRSNtR\Tkb Cli )S•XI:-1,44 III 1CI- -9 141b-441-1*11 F*% 31t;-,:,-,arS a.-o CTF A Sm .1ejnrghuute htr,l Sq%eirber 7,1999 F Paftu a Materasst, Dtrector City of Grand Terrace, Community and Economic Development C 7 22795 Barton Road " J Grand Terrace, CA 92313 Subject Open Space Element SCHM. 990E 1039 Dear Patrma Materasui, Dvww The State Clearinghouse submitted the above named environmental document to selected state agencies for review The review period closed on September 3, 1999, and no state agencies submitted comments by that date This letter acknowledges that you have complied with the State Clearinghouse mvlerr requirements for draft environmental documents, pursuant to the California Environmental Quay Act. Please call the State Clearinghouse at (916) 445-0613 if you have any questions regarding the environmental review process If you have a question about the above -named project, please refer to the eight -digit State Clearinghouse number when contacting this office Sincerely, Terry R Senior Planner, State Clearinghouse 3r- - TRANSPORTATION/FLOOD CONTROL DEPARTMENT - SURVEYOR CUM OF UN SaWm IZ Su SwurOW, CA 92415= • (M) 387 M 5=-' r � KEN Il MR -LEA September 15, 1999 Fu MM 387 2W a.cyo► City or Grand Terrac, p Community and Economic Development Department Attn Patnna Materassi, Community and Economic Development Director SFr 22795 Barton Road Grand Terrace, CA 92313 He # l U(ENV)-4 01 RE GENERAL PLAN, OPEN SPACE ELEMENT Dear Ms Materasm. ?rank you for giving the San Bernardino County Transportation/Flood Control Department the opportunity to comment on the above -referenced project After reviewing the submitted document, our Department has the following comment concerning this project To the Distnct's know ledge the City of Grand Terrace does not participate in the FEMA program Therefore, according to the most recent FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map, dated March 18, 1996, the entire city lies within Zone X unshaded, as determined by the Federal Insurance Adriumstration (F 1 A ) Sincerely, aV4qrLQ&6) RANK MOLINA, Senior Associate Planner EnNaronmental Management Division FM frn/c-rar«wc0pnspac roc cc Jun Borcuk KAM/PJM Reading File United States Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service Ecological Services Carlsbad Fish and Wildlife office 2730 Loker Avenue west Carlsbad, California 92008 SEP t 4 IM John Lampe Community and Economic Development Department City of Grand Terrace 22795 Barton Road Grand Terrace, California 92313-5295 Subject General Plan Update to Add the Open Space Element to the General Plan, City of Grand Terrace, San Bernardino County, California Dear Mr Lampe This letter is in response to the City of Grand Terrace's proposal to update the General Plan to add an Open Space Element We received the Executive Summary for the Open Space Element r on August 5, 1999 According to a telephone conversation betty een staffs from the City of Grand Terrace and the U S Fish and Wildlife Service on September 23, 1999, additional information will be forthcoming regarding the Conservation Element portion of this proposal, and review procedures for projects within the City of Grand Terrace As indicated in the Executive Summary, federally listed species occur within the City of Grand Terrace, including the coastal California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californiea californica) and the Quino checkerspot butterfly (Euphp*yas editha quino) and seNeral other sensitise species In addition to the species addressed in the Executive Summary, there are many other listed species, including, but not limited to, the endangered San Bernardino kangaroo rat (Dipodom memanu penass}, least Bell's vireo (Vireo beRu pusillm), southwestern willow flycatcher (Empidonar traillit eitimus), and Santa Ana woolly -star (Eruwrum densifolium ssp sanclorum) that could occur within the City of Grand Ten -ace The open space or undeveloped areas within the City provide habitat for many of these species, especially in the Blue Mountain area. Therefore, we request that any proposed projects, including parks or recreational areas be coordinated with us prior to approval to ensure that any potential impacts to listed species are avoided or minimized or that appropriate authorization pursuant to the Endangered Species Act (Act) of 1973, as amended, is obtained - We ape reciate the opp-rtun!ty to comment on the Executive Summary and request that the City of Grand Terrace continue to coordinate with us regarding the proposal to add the open space element to the General Plan and on other projects that may effect federally listed and sensitive STATE OF CY,iOVM - T 1 E RESOURCES AGENCY Cts7 Ora Gower Department of Conservation Division of Mines i Geology t61 K Street, MS 12-31 $peramento. CA 95814-3531 Robert H Sydnor RG 3267 CHG 6 CEG 966 Senior Fngvveering Geologist offmc pboac (916) 3234399 State e.OwL RSydnoroconwv ca gov Office fax (9IS) 3224765 CDMG borne page www eonsry ea gov/dm9 ML Patnzia Materassi, Director Department of Community dt Economic Development City of Grand Terrace 22795 Barton Road Grand Terrace, CA 92313-5295 Telephone 909-924-6621 e-mail - -- September 27, 1999 Subject: Geology Comments on the Application to Add an Open Space Element within the updated General Plan for the City of Grand Terrace Dear Ms Materassi The California Division, of Mines dt Geology has received your later of August 4 regarding the new Open Space Element_ Based on our brief review, we offer the follm-ing cornments for your consideration. I Your general approach to link open -space planning with korva geologic hazards (such as the active San Jacinto Fault Zone and liquefaction in alluvium along the Santa Ana River) is commendable This concept is in the best interests of the coaunanq at Iarge 2 To assist the City of Grand Terrace, we have prepared an extract of the of cal 1977 AlWist-Pnolo Earthquake Fault Zone Map This page -sired illustration can be used in the mw Open -Space dent It shows that the active San Jacinto Fault is sbghtly less than one mile northeast of the cty (mots The City of Colton appears to have jurisdiction within northern Retehe Canyon 3_ We have zoned 39 quadrangles in southern California for liquefaction under the Seim uc Hazards Mapping Act, but all of these are in Los Angeles, Orange, and Ventura counties The Caldorim Division of Krim & Geology w%ld like to zone t5e Inland Empire arm for liquefacticq but currcatly we Pre working in the City of Oakland under a F12.4A contras. As a provisional basis, t is advisable to considcr the allu�lum (sand and gravel) of the Santa Ana River Goodplam (north of the ten= from wfiich Grand Terrace takes its place -name) in the vicinity of Washington Street to be susceptible to seisnucally induced liquefaction In addition, this area is also within the flood -zone for the Santa Ana River Aiquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone Map extract from the San Bernardino South Quadrangle officaal zone map issued on 1977 by the State Geologist Refer to Califorma Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42 (1997 edition) for details Vint our homepage at www.consrv.ca gov/dmg scale 124,000 or 1 inch = 2,000 feet prepared m cooperation with the City of Grand Terrace Department of Community and Economic Development Community and Economic De%elopwnt Depanrnen( Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, a Negative Declaration is hereby filed on the below referenced project, on the basis that said project will not have a significant effect on the environment. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT: GPLT-99-03, and E-98-07, an amendment to the General Plan of the City of Grand Terrace to revise and update the Open Space Element APPLICANT: City of Grand Terrace LOCATION. City Wide FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT EFFECTS: Based on the attached Initial Study, there is no substantial e,,idence that the project will have a significant impact on the environment. Patrwa Materassi Community and Economic Development Director City of Grand Ten -ace PM X jl c %%psi. p1anmq,��adcqa l s a Prate Attachment "B" 22795 Barton Road - Grand Terrace California 92313-5-295 ' 1909) 32-4-6621 City of Grand Terrace Community and Economic Development Dep nwm i rn®ental lhcc3 Est W-%- 1 Project rttk 2. Lead Agency Name and Address: 3. Contact Person and Phone Number 4. Project Location. S. Project Sponsar's Name and Address: 6 General Plan DesWation. 7 ZoniW g. Description of Project City of Grand Terrace General Plea Update sad Revisioe— Add a Separate Open Space Elesaeat (GPA-"43, E-934M City of Grand Terrace Cammmty and Economic Devdopineat Depnrtmeat 227" Barton Road Grand Terrace, CA 92313 Pabiaa Matawsk Community and Ec000mx Deveiopmeot Dweaw. (909) 430.2247 City -Wide, City of Grand Terrace, CA 92313 City ofGraad Terrace Community and Economic Developnteat Departinent NIA NSA ' Tie proposed project is a revision of the General Plea of the City of Grand Terrace by adding a separate Open Space Eknest. The Open Space Element idestifks the exating open space resources of the City of Grand Terrace and alto identifies the Ihtum opea spas urads of the conassity. Also, the proposed Open Spam Element aaalyees The sutdoor rareatioaal needs of the amnuaity and includes policies to additional paint bad and to maintain and operate the park and recreational betides for the existing aced future population of the City. Govsremest Code Satin f 6SMe) requires drat a city's geserai plan contain as Open Span E1enML Farther, open space had is 1 6 - under the Government Code Seetioa ; 66660 (b) as any pared or area of land K water that is muesli ft unimproved and devoted to open space ssa Resposdtag to these requirements, the Open Spam Ekinent includes polices covering the f000wing areas. Opea Space for the preservatiea of natural resources such as areas required for the preservation of giant and auiasal life. Open Spam for outdoor reereatioat such as area sassed for part and recreation pzrpom rtad for trails to be used for listing, bs7rraways, and horse beet ridgy Open Space for pabiic health and safety such as areas that regaire special management because ofsow atural hazsrd such as earthquake fault cones, flood plains and high fire risk Moses In addition, responding to the recommendations of the Ci".'s General Plan Task Force the addi"onsl category of open space has bees added to the proposed Open Space Element: Opea Space for the eahaneesaeat of eomm11aity identity. Tie Open Space Eieseat addresm several issues wb kb relate to preserwh% conserving sad expanding the opi-2 space runrces in the City of Grand Terrace. Some of these issues were ldeshw by the work of the City's General Plan Task Farce, an citizens advisory group. These issues inehde sttTmug open P Terrace: n erpaise family imp outbp such as hikes ar bkydiq around tows or Connecting M "I ft conservation or recreation areas; 5) consider `Adopt -A -Part" prodraas wber-e y 1=0 groups and orgascatmns am help support the maintenance of pert f aTdies; 6) knmd the seeing code to require open space is all residential derelopsestx 7;devefop prograwA lawsJ nction wick rebook to ,aaTme whom, pounds b cosesoa with part sites; "Imate the pow of developing the Gage Caa! as a part area and equip the neighborhood easesests or linear parts mot currently being used, and, 9) purchase lead between Terrace View Elementary School and the Grand Terrace Senior Center. V addition, the General Plan Task Fora adopted several-Gudiag Principles" wbkb relate to bmities, cbWrem and open space. These included: -Protest and enhance what we abm* have, ear taw density, attractive sei�borhoods, oar parks and level of safety" and'Give priority Is bsifias, children and their needs.- s, GearnamntCf*->sesides the Government Code requirements for providing an Open Spree Element for the Cky's General Plan as noted in the discussion above, the State Legishtare loud and declared the fallowing rdeted to open space In the City of Grand Terrace: (a) fiat the peeserratisn o[open-spaa had is necessary b edy for the maintenance of the economy of the state, but also tar The assurance of the contiond availability of bad for the production of hod and fiber, for the enjo?sent of scenic beauty, for recreation and for the use of natursl resources; (b) that diseouraglag premature and unnecessary conversion of open -space had to arbsa uses is a matter of pub§c interest and well be of benefit to urban dwellers because it will, discourage moscoutiguoas development patterns which unaecesssrily increase the coats of community services to community residents (e) that the anticipated isartase is the population of the state demands that cities, counties, and the state at the earliest possible date mate defilade plans for the preservation of valuable open -space land mind take positive action to tarry out sash plans by the adoption mad strict administration of laws, ordiaaneek rules sad regulations as authorized. Statement of Goals To address the above Cost of issues, the Open Space Element establishes the fonowing four Bomb: 1. That the Opeo4pace Needed for Outdoor Recreation is the City of Grand Terrace be provided sad thereby improve the quality of fide for the residents of the City. L That the Natural Resoarees is the City of Grand Terrace be protected and preserved by udwag open space designations or related regulations. 3. That Pub& Health and Safety in tie City of Grand Terrace be protected, is part, through open space cress. L That Open space be provbW In bwWg about the enhancement of cosmusity identity. 9. Serroasding Land Uses and SettW North -MA Soutl<: NIA East: N/A West WA Community mad Economic Development Department 3 Inunl Study and EDWOCImental Aaalysu e Evaluation of Environmental Impacts: 1) A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects blue the one involved (e.g. the project falls outside a fault mpture zone). A "No Impact" answer should t — be explained when it is based on project -specific factors as well as general standards (e g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project -specific screening analysis 2) All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off -site as wall as on - site, cumulative as well as project -level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts. 3) "Potential Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that as effect is significant. If there are one or more "Potential Significant Impact" eatries when the determination is made, and EIR is required. 4) "Potential Significant Unless Mitigated Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of �y mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potential Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVI1, "Earlier Analyses," may be cross-refer} Earlier Analyses may be used where, pnsuant to the tiering, program Elk or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(cx3)(D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section XVII at the end of the checklist 6) Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist refet=ces to information sources for potential impacts (e g , general plans, zoning ordinances). Referenm to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated A source list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion. Community and Economic Development Department 5 InaW Study and En"mnmentat Mab3 s Issues (and Support inhemad" Soarw): A brief explanation to answer U Poteata ft PoteathBP i" than Na Segnilkast SLgsrfkaat Sigadksat wispect Impact Uak" IMP et Mitigation, Incorporated No Impact The proposed project b as update and revkioa of the General Plan with the additba of a separate Open Span Ekmest As no spKdk development policies are proposed, the project b ant expected to Iadace sabstantiaj goon in am City and therefore, so adverse impacts will rack tlr+om the proposed Open Space Ekmemt on population or housi0. M Geologic Probkms. Would the proposal result m or expose people io potential impacts arnoM* a) Fault ruptures (General Plan MEA/EIR - ES-4) b) Seismic ground dwkmg?(GP MEA/EIR-II-1) O O Q c) Sermon ground failure, nchrdng hquefaction? (GP MEA/EIR - O O p d) Seiches, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? (GP MEA/EIR Il-1) e) Landslides or muftws? (GP MEA/EIR U-1) O O Q f) Erosion, changes a topography or nastable soil conditions from O O O exavacion, graft or fill? (GP WA/M D-20) O O O f) Subsidence of the hmd? (GP MEA/EIR II-1, Append B) h) Expansive sort? (GP ME&Slit 11-1, Append B-4 ) O O O 1) Unique genes or physical featu m" (GP MFA/EIR 11-1) o o O o O o A brief explanation to answer III No impact. Tire proposed project is an addition of an Open Space Element to the General Plea. As so specific des elopment projects are proposed, the project a not expected to result in or expose people to potential geoiogk problems. In addition, the policies in the Element relate a to utilizing open space to protect public health and safety wM have a beneficial impact on geologic safety. Community and Ecmoniac Development Department 7 Initial Study and Environmental Analysis Issues (and Support Information Source* A brief explanation to answer V Poe ndany► Potestfally 1411111122 No Significant Significant Skedic at impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated No Impact. The proposed project is the addition of a separate Open Space Element to the General F%a. The Sa■tb Coast Air QuaBtf Management District (SCAQMD) bus jurisdiction ever the South Coast Air Basin, in wbab at Cky of Grand Terrace is bated The SCAQMD has its el p, the CEQA Air Qke ft Man6e i to assist local jarsr arms m determining da potential project may emit apiliant air quality impacts. Any development that oemrs parsaam b the Open Space Bement policies will be reviewed and processed in accordance wkb City planning policies and Me As Qseft Hand kmL No impacts to air quality will occur as a result of the Open Spam Element. VL TransportatioulCirculaboo. Would the proposal result in. a) bcrease vehicle trips or traffic congestxm9 (Ttaes. Engineering O O O and Planning Consultant) b) Hazards to safety Gum design features (e g, sharp curves or O O O dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses' ( ) c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses' O O O O d) Insufficient parking capacity on -site or off -sae' e) Hazards or basin for pedestrians or bicyclists' ([CM Ordnance 147) f) Caofl= with adopted policies supporting al<ernaaYe O O O transportation (e-Z., bus turnouts, bicycle racksr (TCM t Ordinance 147) O o O Rail, waterborne or air traffic unpacts' ( ) Brief explanation to answer Vl: No Impact. The proposed project Is the addition of a Open Space Element to the General Phu. The establisbmeat of r City-wide trail system will work to promote akereathe forms of transportation. The proposed prord is a:paYed to pou&ely impact local and regional t aasportsdonkircubtion Systems V[L Biological ResoaraL Would the proposal result o ®pacts to a) Fadangered, threatened, or rare species or thew habitats (including O O o but no limited to plants, fish, insects, animals, and bonds)' (GP MEA/EIR 11-20, Append Q b) Locally des mated species (e Z. heritage tracer (GP ..%W-A/EIR O O O II-20) c) Lecally designated natural cornmunmes (e g., oak forest, coastal O baimm m-r (GP MEA/EIR II-20) d) Wetland habitat (e g , marsh, npanan, and vernal poolr e) Wildde dispersal or migration corridors? (GP'AFA.EIR 11-20) O O O Community and Economic Developrnect Deparonent 9 Initial Steady and Eavtroaiaental Analysis v y4t5 iti 11� r tunes (and Support Information Soarea): Potesdaly Potendelly Las thus No Signdiaat spificant Significant impact loped Ilsiess Impact l►figatbe Incorporated X. Noitse. Would the proposal result 0 a) increase in existing noise levels' (GP IEA/M H-10) O O O ■ b) Exposure of people to severe noise kvds9 (GP WA EIR f-10) O O O ■ Brief arplanatwo to answer X No impact 21e proposed project a the addition of a separate Open Space EleseaL Any development that Occurs pursuant to Open Space policies will be consistent with City planning and noise requkemests. No impacts rdatbe to noise will occur as a result of the Open Space Elemeat XL Public Ser-w ices. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result m a need for new or altered government services m any of the following areas: a) Fire proWcaW () O O O ■ b) Police protection () O O O ■ t) Schools? ( ) O O O ■ d) Maintenance of public facilities, mcludmg roadsl () O 0 ■ O e) Other governmezital services () 0 O O ■ Brief explanation of answer XI d) Less than Significant impact- lbe proposed Open Space Element calls for utilizing existing recreational and open space facilities and the development of new recreational 6aTities including parks and trarb. Maintenance of these facilities will be required but the City will explore various ways for park fandiag mehAng such programs as -Adopt- A-Part" where private groups and orgamaations can support, financially, the procurement of recreational equ%m=t and also park maintenssm Such programs will reduce any potential unpacts to mamtesance to less tban sigaifeast No Imp&cL rk proposed project s the addition of a separate Open Space Element Any development that oasis pursuant to the Open Space polieles IS 50C expected to have an ad♦em impiict on any Other peb5c cervim Community and Rona= Develovnew Department 11 ln" Study and Envuonmental Analysts Issues (and Support Information Sources}: Brief explanation to answer )IV Potentially Potentially Less tiara No Significant Significant Sipiflcant tmpaet Impact URIQU Impact Mitigation Incorporated No Impact. Implementation of the proposed Open Space Element is not expected to result in adverse impact nkth-c to cultural resoarces. XV. Recreation. Would the proposal a) Increase tie demand for netgbborbood or regional pairs or other O O O ■ mcrewmW hdWses-7 (GP MEA/EQt H-21) b) Affect wasting recMbonal opportund=9 (GP MEA/EDL 1I-21) O O O ■ Brief eVianation to anssAa XV No Impact The proposed project is an update mad revision of the General Plat with the addition of a separate Open Space Element. As no specific der elopment policies are proposed, the project is not expected to induct substantial growtk in the Cary, therefore an increase m the demand for recreational facilities will not occur. Any effect t• recreational opportunities resulting from the proposed Open Space Element will be poadve In acre and will ant adversely impact recreatmoal opportunities In the City. Community and Economic Development Department 13 Initial Study and Environmental Analysis 1 loan (lad Support Iaformatioa Sources): XVIL Earlier Analysis. Earlier analysts may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR. at other CEQA process. one at mare effects have been adequately analyzed in an earber EM. or negative declaration- Section 15063(cx3)(D). In this case a d'isctestan should identify the following on attached sheets: a) Earlier analysis use& lden* earlier analyses and state where they are available for review ■ Used the Grand Terrace General Plan Master Envhmmental Assessment and EIR for most of the base impact information. Both documents are available at the Grand Terrace Community and Economic Development Department: b) Impacts adequately addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by mmgat ion measured based on the earlier analyse. ■ Not Applicable c) Mitigation measure. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated," describe the mitigation measured which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent they address site specific coMitwu for the project ■ Not Applicable PMJL -j City of Grand Terrace Community and 'Economic Devebpment Dept Audwnty Public Resow ca Code Segos 21093 and 21097 Refaeoces. Public Resources Code Secboos 2108gc), 210801 21080-3. 21092 1. 210t13. 210a3.3, 21093. 210.4. 21151. Svnsuom v Canty of MaWoctoo. 202 CaLApp-3d 2% (19W); Leonoff v Monterey Board of Supervuom 22 C&LApp.3d 1337 (1990) Potentially Signitkaat Impact Poteab* Srgnitkaat Unless Mitipdaa Incorporated Las than Na Sigaitkaat l pett I■pad Community and Economic Development Department 15 initial Study and Environmental Analysts PUBLIC HEARING DISTRIBUTION UST i STATE CLEARING DOUSE (SCH# 99081038) on VV99 --One copy of the complete Open Space Element —Notice of Completion --10 copies of the "Notice of Filing Negative Declaration and of Public Hearing" —10 copies of Initial Study Distributed to Nine State Agencies by Clearinghouse including: Caltrans, District 8 Department of Conservation Department of Fish and Game, Region 6 Department of Parks and Recreation Nauve American Heritage Commission Office of Historic Preservation Regional Water Quality Control Board, Region 7 Resources Agency State Land Commission 2. COPY OF COMPLETE ELEMENT TO EACH MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER ON 8/5/99 3 TWENTY-EIGHT PUBLIC AGENCIES AND ORGANIZATIONS (SEE ATTACHED LIST) ON V5/99 4 CITY NEWS,1/8 PAGE DISPLAY AD FOR PUBLIC REARING PUBLISHED ON SEPTEMBER 9,1999 5 POSTING OF NOTICE OF FILING NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND OF PUBLIC HEARING WITH CLERK OF THE BOARD ON SEPTEMBER 9, 1999 6 THREE LOCAL RESIDENTS SELECTED AT RANDOM ON 9/13/99 7 THE PRINCIPALS OF THE FOUR SCHOOLS IN THE CITY SUGGESTING STUDENT REVIEW OF THE ELEMENT ON 9/14/99 8 FORMER GENERAL PLAN TASK FORCE MEMBERS ON 9/14/99 Riverside County Water Div - Pub Utilities Dept. County Service Area 126 Reg. Park & Open Space Dist Attn Adrian Saint, Sr Eng do Barney Barnett P O. Box 3507 Tech 474 Prospect Ave. Riverside, CA 92519-3507 3900 Main St ,4th Floor Highgrove, CA 92507 Riverside, CA 92522 The Bicycle Commuter The Resources Agency The Resources Agency Coalition of the Inland Empire Dept of Parks and Recreation Dept. of Fish and Game P O Box 1523 P O Box 942896 1416 9th Street - Room 1240 San Bernardino, CA Sacramento, CA 94296 0001 Sacramento, CA 95814 92401-1523 The Resources Agency The Resources Agency Cardomia Department of V Dept. of Conservation Dept of Water Resources Transportation 801 K Street, MS 24-01 P O Box 942836 P O Box 942873 Sacramento, CA 95814 Sacramento, CA 94236-0001 Sacramento, CA 95814 U.S. Dept. of the Interior GoverrWs Office of Planning Superintendent of Schools Fish and Wildlife Services and Research Colton School District Carlsbad Fish & Wildlife Office State Clearinghouse 1212 Valencia 2730 Loker Avenue West P O Box 3044 Colton, CA 92324 Carlsbad, CA 92008 Sacramento, CA 95812-3044 City of Colton County of San Bernardino County of San Bernardino Planning Department Land Use Services Dept Comm & Cultural Resources 650 North La Cadena Drive Planning Division 777 E Rialto Ave. Colton, CA 92324 385 N Arrowhead Ave., 1" Fl. San Bernardino, CA San Semardrno. CA 92415-0182 92415-0763 County of San Bernardino Comm & Cultural Resources County of Riverside Comm. & Cultural Resources Regional Parks Division Planning Department Museums Division 777 E Rialto Ave P O Box 1409 2024 Orange Tree Lane San Bernardino, CA Riverside, CA 92502-1409 Redlands, CA 92374 92415-0763 Local Agency Formation Gage Canal Company Commission 7452 Duffenn Avenue 175 West Fifth Street, V Fl Riverside, CA 92504 San Bernardino, CA 92415-0490 So. Cdff Assn of Governments Flood Control Planning Inland Empire Division County of San Bemardino 36W Lime St., Suite 216 825 E Third St Riverside, CA 92501 San Bernardino, CA 92415 Riverside Corona Resource Conservation Distnct 1299 Columbia Ave, Suite E5 Riverside, CA 92507 AEP Inland Empire Chapter P O Box 20756 Riverside, CA 92516-0756 City of Grand Terrace Fire Dept 22582 City Censer Co-urt Grand Terrace, CA 92313 SANBAG 472 N Arrowhead San Bernardino, CA 92401 San Bernardino Co Fire Dep County Government Center 385 N Arrowhead, 3rd Floor San Bernardino, CA 92415-0186 Riverside Highland Water 1450 Washington Colton, CA 92324 Community Services Department Staff Report COUNCIL ITEM (XX) MEETING DATE DECEMBER 9, 1999 SUBJECT AWARD OF BID SENIOR CENTER EXPANSION PROJECT FUNDING REQUIRED BACKGROUND: On October 14, 1999 the City Council authorized the re -bidding for a 1,100 sf expansion of the Grand Terrace Senior Center The project was to include the development of an additional classroom and entrance into the Center The project is funded 100% by Community Development Block Grant Funds at an estunated cost and budget of $77,000 DISCUSSION: On November 29, 1999 received and opened bids for the construction of the room addition The project was duly noticed and advertised, and the staff actively solicited bids from qualified firms One bid was received as follows ■ Paul Crabtree Construction $83,620 00 The CDBG funded budget for the project is $77,000 In order to proceed with the project, additional funding by the City Council will be required in the amount of $6,620 00 This amount can come in the form of either a General Fund allocation, or a request to San Bernardino Economic and Community Development for the allocation of additional CDBG funds RECOMNIENDATION- That the City Council review the proposed bid and 1 Award GTB 99-08 in the amount of $84,300 00 to Paul Crabtree Construction and authorize the execution of the project agreements, 2 Authorize additional funding for GTB 99-08, or 3 Reject the bid and provide direction to the Staff regarding aisposition of the project FISCAL IMPACT: To be deterrrmed CUuNCiL AGENDA ITEM NO. 7o REPORT MANAGER'S DEPARTMENT CRA ITEM ( ) COUNCII. ITEM (XK) MEETING DATE December 9, 1999 SUBJECT DISCUSS CONTINUATION OF PARK AND RECREATION CONOAIITTEE FUNDING REQUIRED NO FUNDING REQUIRED XX In June during the budget reduction strategy workshop, one of the actions taken by the City Council was to eliminate the Recreation Department and to disband the Park and Recreation Committee effective January of 2000 Of the eight city staff positions cut by the Council, two have left through vacancies and four full-time and two part-time employees were laid off effective December 3 Council has directed staffto place this item on the agenda to discuss the possibility of perhaps restructuring the volunteers As of December 2, the Adopt a Park effort has rinsed donations of $1,501 STAFF RECONORENDS THAT COUNCIL DISCUSS THE FUTURE OF THE PARK AND RECREATION CONAUTIEE COUNCIL AGENDA REM N+ A Community and Economic Development Department STAFF REPORT CRA ITEM (X) COUNCIL ITEM (X) MEETING DATE DECEMBER 9, 1999 FUNDING REQUIRED x NO FUNDING REQUIRED SUBJECT Y2K Network Compliance RECOMMENDATION Approve Allocation of Funds Allocate from accounts General Fund-Undesignated Fund Balance $ 16,609 57 RDA LowlMod Housing Fund #34-703 $ 7,88346 Background The MIS Division of the CEDD has completed an evaluation of all computer work stations for Y2K compliance The Eden System software installed on the main server computer used for the financial accounting system has been upgraded The current proposed upgrades resulting from this recent evaluation refer to our PC network Recommendations Hardware - A number of work stations are proposed to be upgraded with a Y2K board, Win 98 upgrade and other related items All older 486's and lower end Pentiums are proposed to be replaced with newer machines Monitors will remain Surplus parts and/or computers will be reassembled and sold Software - Newer workstations are proposed to be updated to the 2000 compliant _ z_ software versions such as WordPerfect 2000, Lotus Smart Suite and MS Office 2000 Each department will also have at least one license for MS Office 2000 to facilitate network software computer compatibility in data base manipulation, e-mad, etc MS Office 2000 is guaranteed by Microsoft and contains PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Word and Outlook - the top of the line Y2K compliant software The following table summarizes the total of software and hardware upgrades recommended Please refer to worksheets for detail recommended for each work station (Attachment A) 22795 Barton Road - Grand Terrace California 92313-5291MINeMIMENDA REM N Overall Recommendabon Approve request for funds allocation to complete PC network Y2K compliance Prepared by Dragos Barbu MIS Specialist Thomas Schwab City Manager Attachment Y2K Audit Worksheets w X. \planning\cc\gis update 12-9-99 Approved by �,Z-4-alm Patnzia Materassi CEDD Director 3 AMD-K6 3D DepartmenUDwision Name: CITY MANAGER 32 MB RAM Site Location: City of Grand Tem m 59% SYSTEM Contact Name: BETTY TREWBLE BIOS AMERICAN Employee Telephone Extension- 245 MEGATRENDS F #trt �t r-Ofift Y 8r 05-W-Omv on I*sooler - ] � >rb � i1li�.. • - — - - s - --�_ ]til OIViC �s = -- __ � _ _ �_ _"_ _ -- - — - - - WIN 98 4.1019998 WORD PERFECT &0.0 393 RECOMIViENDATION WORD PERFECT 2000 STANDARD=$299*108=$322 92 32MB RAM=$92*1 08=$99 36 TOTAL=$422 28 Also letters of Y2K compliance's from all the proprietary software manufacturers are required 19Software Audit ReporLdoc i Audifftwt Pent N3MO0 MHz Department/Division Name- COMMUNITY SERVICES 32MB RAM Site Location City of Grand Terrace 186 GB, 82% SYSTEM Contact Name KAREN GERBER TRANSFERRED TO SECRETARY BIOS Phoenix 4 0, Employee Telephone Extension 201 reL6.0 413TTOX015A.0007. PO7 9705302217 Woare pe Soft�e Nam — — ' _ --NIL - - - WIN 95 4.00 950 B 05097-OEM-002075743360 MS OFFICE 97 Needs Upgrade Needs reed 6ng. 18095-0EM-0002104-34022 RECOMMENDATION Y2K BOARD=S86 4 MS OFFICE 2000 PROFESSIONAL UPGRADE=108*315=5340 2 WIN98 UPGRADE=108*95=5102 6 TOTAL=S529 2 8Soflware Audit Report doc COMPAQ-Presano 150MHz System Seral NIL V743BQH2A872 MODEM 336 48MB DL'4 M RAM 133 GB, Free 174MB 71% SYSTEM BIOS Compaq; EPP runtime V 11, '94 SoftwQre Audu Report Date•11-M-1999 Deuartment/Drvision Name. COMMUNITY ECONOMIC 8t DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Site Location: City of Grand Terrace Contact Name: PATRIZIA MATERASSI Employee Telephone Extension: 225 PCy Workstation. Operating System & Application. Software Profile: Software Name & Publisher Vern -on - _= Serial = No. - NO. WIN 95 4 00 950 B 09297-OEM-0021281-01922 MS OFFICE 97 SR-1 ORIGINAL LICENSE IS NOT AVAILABLE Needs Upgrade 53491-812-1478521-70859 RECOMMENDATION MS OFFICE 2000 PROFESSIONAL FULL VERSION=I 08*450=$486 W N93 UPGRADE=1 08*95=$102 6 TOTAL=$588 6 Also letters of Y2K comphance's from all the proprietary software manufacturers are required 9Soflware Audit Report doc Software Audit Report lkte:11-13-1999 100 MHz D_ _epartment/Drvision Name CEDD, PLANNING 16 MB RAM 512 MB HARD Site Location City of Grand Terrace DRIVE 751 MB FREE Contact Name JOHN LAMPE SPACE BIOS AWARD Employee Telephone Extension 218 MODULAR V4.50G PC Workstation Operating System & ApplicationSoftware Profile: _ - _ Sa twam Name & Publisher vereioa Sepal No. - - No. - - WIN 95 4 00 950 ORIGINAL LICENSE IS NOT AVAILABLE 24264-809-5359256-8169 WORD PERFECT 6 Oa ORIGINAL LICENSE IS NOT AVAILABLE 14066-C274713067 RECOMMENDATION NEW PC=$972 MS OFFICE 2000 PROFESSIONAL=$450+108=$486 TOTAL=$1458 4Software Audit Report doc Software Audit Report Dat--:11-18-1999 Deyartment/Divislon Name CEDD, PLANNING Site Location City of Grand Terrace Contact Name COUNTER Emolowe Teleuhone Extension PC; Workstation Operahng System & Appiication Software Profile: Soft_ wam Name & Pubiidwr Version .Serial. No. No. - WIN NT RECOMNIENDATION MS OFFICE 2000 PROFESSIONAL=S450+1084486 TOTAL=$486 Also letters of Y2K compliance's from all the proprietary software manufacturers are required 23Softare Audit Reportdoc Software Audit Report Date:11-18-1"9 133NM Department/Business Unit/Division CEDD, 32MB RAM Name MIS- SCAG Station 17GB HARD Site Location• City of Grand Terrace DRIVE 300M13 FREE SPACE Contact Name. Dra os Barbu - PHOENIX 4 04 Emplof ee Telephone Extension: 231 PC, Workstation Operating System & Applkatian Software Profile: Software Name & PabGsher - Versxtn - Serial. Na - Na. y WIN 98 4101998 ORIGINAL LICENSE IS NOT AVAILABLE 79878-007-2049033-60307 MS WORD 6 Oa ORIGINAL LICENSE IS NOT AVAILABLE 14066-1144-2786525 RECOMMENDATION NEW PC=S972 MS OFFICE 2000 PROFESSIONAL, FULL VERSION=450* 108=$486 TOTAL=S1458 2Softare Audit Report doc Y _Soft ware AuditRep art CELERON 333 MHz Department/Diyision Name FINANCE 92 KB RAM Site Location. City of Grand Terrace 4 GB; 317GB FREE 94% SYSTEM Contact Name- C MSTIE TRIMY AWARD Employee Telephone Extension 213 MODULAR BIOS 04/13/1999 ClupAwayVirus on Guard TCAV Ver 158 Trend Micro Inc. 1998 Porkstation Opekating System Application Software Profile: _ _- _ - Suffivan dame & Paltfidieir Veraon- _ - Nur' XQL WIN 98 SEC. EDMON 410 2222A . _ _ 196"-OEM-0076726-63105 LOTUS SMART SUITE 97 N 97 80 7 0 RECOMMENDATION Y2K BOARD = $86 4 LOTUS SMARTSLTTE MILLENNIUM ED R9 5= $472*108= $509 76 TOTAL= $596 16 Also letters of Y2K compliance's from all the proprietary software manufacturers are required 17Software Audit Report doc I� 2%L AMD 5z86 133 MHz Denariment/Dmsion Name. FINANCE 16 MB RAM Site Location City of Grand Terrace 812 MB WORKSTATION REPLICA BACKUP CONSOLE WS AMIBIOS '94 80486 ��{p} zsi i _ •- — T ;xf t`i 1� - - _ _ jib-_�(, i : 3 2 2 2 — __� � .. _ z - ---- WIN 95 4.00.950 24264-809-5359256-02559 RECOMMENDATION NEW PC= $972 NEW Y2K COMPLIANT BACKUP SOFTWARE=$1500*1 08=$1620 TOTAL= $2592 Also letters of Y2K compliance's from all the proprietary software manufacturers are required 17Software Audit ReporGdoc ss � PENTIUM S- 7S5N Hz 16MB RAM 850MB HARDDRIVE DepartmenV ivwon Name BUIDING and SAFETY/PUBLIC WORK FAILED Y2K Site Location. City of Grand Terrace Contact Name (MADELEINE)- HOUSING Employee Telephone Extension 252 SAME SYSTEM FOR VIRGIL Qilid ftl_3Ie11fpp�Q;��l' i�`€i�ti-_- s� 3 3# x >� ' ir333 }x�}, s 3 3 s s,� 3 4 sysy; 3 3 _—. _ _ s 4 s s�3 �3 � s3 z:� •i � �543�4s s> wit � Isi 1s �.��; x ' y s — _ — : 3 3 s y _ _ _ _ s • ss 4s 3s 3 3 3 _ = x`_ _ y i.-. 3s i 3y s � _ ass �... _ 3}y �ziz. ' "sf _ _ "t = } `s x x 4 : ; „•>s�i s y 1'!�- 3 r— s� __�f 3g'' �s: s, -- s µ's i.4is>,..1 3 `s_ _ �.3'-, x > s3 _ � 3 s � _.•--a �' ssa, _ ( ' T'� = -.'�� = = — _— 3x — — RECOMMENDATION BUILDING and SAFETY NEEDS TO REPLACE 2 WORKSTATIONS=$1944 2 Y2K BOARDS FOR THE ACTUAL WORKSTATIONS (INCLUDING GIS WS)=$160*108=$172 8 4 MICROSOFT OFFICE 2000 =$ 450*108*4=$1944 2 WIN 98 UPGRADES=$95* 1 08*2=$2052 TOTAL=$4266 Also letters of Y2K compliance's from all the proprietary software manufacturers are required 21BSoftware Audit Reportdoc ili -' 3 a r�''atir i� Sojhvaare Audit Report _ rate: 11-214999 GATEWAY GP6 400 Deyartment/Division Name CITY CLERK PENT H 400MHz 128MB RAM Site Location City of Grand Terrace 12 7 GB, 82% SYSTEM Contact Name. TRACEY MARTINEZ Employee Telephone Extension 212 PC� Workstatioa Operating System & Appiieation Soiiware P€otle. Software Mime & Paiit}sher - - - Yers==- NIX— - - : _ - - - No. - - WIN 98 4101998 18899-0EM-0077043-79992 COREL WORD PERFECT 800393 Needs reedrhng: WP8XR-59425P37 MS OFFICE 2000 STANDARD 902720 134"-OEM-0079507-30900 RECOMMENDATION Y2K BOARD=S86 4 WORD PERFECT OFFICE 2000 STANDARD FULL VERSION = $299*108= $322 92 Also letters of Y2K compliance's from all the proprietary software manufacturers are required TOTAL=$409 32 13 Software Audit Report dcc Community Services Department Staff Report COUNCIL ITEM (XX) MEETING DATE DECEMBER 9, 1999 SUBJECT ROOM RENTAL RATES CONTRACT RECREATION INSTRUCTORS NO FUNDING REQUIRED BACKGROUND: As the City Council is aware, a key aspect of the City's Recreation Services programs was the management of the many youth activities classes which were tun with contract instructors These classes include gymnastics, martial arts and dance With the elimination of the City's Recreation Services Division, these classes have been put into a type of limbo due to uncertainty over how these programs can continue without being administered by the City Staff has discussed with the existing instructors the possibility of continuing these classes, with these individuals becoming independent contractors who will pay a room rental rate Under such a situation, the City would simply charge an hourly rate to the instructor who would assume all responsibilities for collection of fees, enrollment of participants and advertisement of the program A key issue under discussion with these instructors is the current rate of $30 00 per hour charged for the room rental for both the Civic Center All have indicated that this rate would make it unfeasible to pay that rate DISCUSSION: Staff is requesting authorization to reduce the hourly room rental rate from $30 00 to $15 00 As of the writing of this report, one instructor has indicated they are willing to pay this rate and others are considering this and will notify the Staff by December 15 Under this arrangement, Staff would enter into rental agreements with the instructors and simply collect a monthly payment Currently, approximately 150 children and adults participate in these classes Staff is requesting direction from the City Council on proceeding with these negotiations RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve a room rental charge of $15 00 per hour for the use of the Civic Center Community Room and the Senior Citizen Center FISCAL EM PACT: To be determined COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NO. � V Community Services Department Staff Report COUNCIL ITEM (XX) MEETING DATE DECEM 3ER 9, 1999 SUBJECT 2000-01 CDBG PROGRAM CITY PROPOSALS NO FUNDING REQUIRED BACKGROUND: Annually, the City, as part of our Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program receives community input regarding projects for the following program year winch runs from July through June of each year This items is presented to receive input and ideas regarding potential projects to be submitted by the City A more formal public hearing to solicit public priorities regarding our CDBG needs will be conducted on January 27, 2000 The City's CDBG Program is administered through the County of San Bernardino Department of Economic and Community Development and the City receives an allocation of approximately $37,000 each year Over the past number of years, the City had accumulated a reserve of funds which amounted to a budget of approximately $126,000 Much of this will be utilized during the 1999-00 Fiscal Year, with the Senior Center Building Expansion ($77,000) Additional projects which are currently allocated include park planning ($15,000) for landscaping at Petta Park and a small landscaping expansion at Petta Park (525,000) A requirement of the IWD and County ECD, is that designed projects must be built Given the fiscal issues within the City, both of these projects will be brought before the City Council as part of the Fiscal Year 2000-01 Budget In 1998, the City did not fund any capital projects and alloted approximately $32,000 to Un-Programmed CDBG Fund, leaving a balance of approximately $52,000 The City Council should receive public input and provide direction to the City Staff regarding potential projects to be developed by the City and submitted to the County in December The City Council will formally decide on the priontization of projects and fundmg levels on January 27, 2000 COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NO.�