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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-076
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE
COUNCIL’S DESIRE TO PRESERVE THE 292 ACRES OF
THE SKYLINE TRAIL AREA IN ITS NATURAL STATE
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Corona has a longstanding commitment to preserving the natural beauty and ecological integrity of the City's open spaces; and
WHEREAS, in 2020, the City purchased 292 acres in the vicinity of the Skyline Trail Area generally located south and west of Burrero Way, largely with the intent of preventing its future development and recognizing its value as a natural habitat and recreational asset for the community; and
WHEREAS, the intent was to maintain this area in its natural state for the benefit of current and future generations, with allowances for minor amenities to enhance public enjoyment and accessibility; and
WHEREAS, these minor amenities may include, but are not limited to, pedestrian bridges, seating, shade structures, trail markers, and signage, which are all designed to have a minimal impact on the natural environment; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the construction of parking facilities within the meadow area would be detrimental to these values and is not in the best interest of the community; and
WHEREAS, preserving the Skyline Trail area aligns with the City's fifth strategic goal to create a Sense of Place, by furthering its commitment towards environmental stewardship, promoting outdoor recreation, and enhancing the quality of life for all residents; and WHEREAS, the official press release from the City of Corona dated December 30, 2020, announced the preservation of the Skyline Trail area, underscoring the City Council’s commitment to maintaining the area in its natural state with minimal amenities (source: City of Corona Press Release https://www.parksandrec.coronaca.gov/news/city-of-corona-preservesskyline-trail-area-w5fpl).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Affirmation of Preservation Commitment. The City Council hereby affirms its commitment to preserve the 292 acres of the Skyline Trail area in its natural state, as originally intended with the 2020 purchase of the land.
SECTION 2. Permitted Amenities. The Council affirms that only minor amenities shall be permitted within the 292 acres of the Skyline Trail area and that these amenities will be DEAND\16000.20004\10297435.2
designed and implemented to minimize environmental impact.
SECTION 3. Prohibition on Construction of Parking Facilities. The construction of any parking facilities, including but not limited to surface parking lots, parking garages, and any other form of vehicle parking infrastructure, is hereby prohibited within the boundaries of the 62.36-acre meadow area identified as Assessor Parcel Number 275-090-013.
SECTION 4. Environmental Stewardship. The City will continue to prioritize environmental stewardship in all activities related to the Skyline Trail area, ensuring that any improvements and maintenance efforts respect the natural landscape.
SECTION 5. Future Generations. This resolution is intended to ensure that the Skyline Trail area's natural beauty and ecological integrity are preserved for future generations' enjoyment and benefit.
SECTION 6. Effective Date. The Mayor shall sign this Resolution and the City Clerk shall attest thereto, and this Resolution shall take effect and be in force on the date of its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this (th) day of , .
Mayor of the City of Corona, California
ATTEST:
City Clerk of the City of Corona, California
CERTIFICATION
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I, Sylvia Edwards, City Clerk of the City of Corona, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Corona, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the (th) day of , by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Corona, California, this (th) day of , .
City Clerk of the City of Corona, California
[SEAL]
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