FISCAL IMPACT:
Adequate funds were included in the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Adopted Budget for this project in account numbers F001 CC318 7000 SC7004 (formerly 1001318-5650/1991001-0) (Street Maintenance), F177 CC303 7000 SC7004 (formerly 1177303-5650/19911770-0) (Measure I), F131 CC303 6600 SC2106 (formerly 1131303-5300) (LMD-2) and F134 CC303 6600 SC2106 (formerly 1134303-5300) (LMD-4 Terra Vista).
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / VALUE(S) ADDRESSED:
By removing and replacing damaged sidewalks, curbs and gutters, drive approaches and other related work, the Concrete Rehabilitation Project FY 23-24 provides continuous improvement and a nurturing and high quality of life for all.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - Notice of Completion
DATE: August 21, 2024
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: John R. Gillison, City Manager
INITIATED BY: Jason C. Welday, Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer Marlena Perez, Principal Engineer
Chi Wai Chan, Assistant Engineer
SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution No. 2024-081, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, Rescinding Resolution of Necessity No. 2022-112, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, Declaring Certain Real Property Interests Necessary for Public Purposes and Authorizing the Acquisition Thereof in Connection with the Etiwanda Grade Separation Project (Permanent Easement and Two (2) Temporary Construction Easements Over a Portion of APN 0229-291-23). (RESOLUTION NO. 2024-081) (CITY)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council consider and adopt the Resolution No. 2024-081, which is a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga rescinding Resolution of Necessity No. 2022-112, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, declaring certain real property interests necessary for public purposes and authorizing the acquisition thereof in connection with the Etiwanda Grade Separation Project.
BACKGROUND:
The City Council has before it a proposed resolution to rescind Resolution of Necessity No. 2022- 112, which was adopted for the acquisition by eminent domain of certain real property interests in connection with the City’s Etiwanda Grade Separation Project (Project).
The Project requires the acquisition of additional right-of-way for grade separation and related purposes. The Project involves the widening and construction of Etiwanda Avenue as a four-lane grade separated roadway over the Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA)/Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF) San Gabriel subdivision, currently a two-lane at-grade crossing.
The City sought to acquire an approximate 45 square foot permanent easement, an approximate 686 square foot temporary construction easement with a term of 12 months, and an approximate 11 square foot temporary construction easement with a term of 12 months (Subject Property Interests) over portions of the real property located at 9333 Etiwanda Avenue in unincorporated San Bernardino County and further identified as San Bernardino County Tax Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) 0229-291-23, which is owned by Southern California Edison Company (Subject Property). The City sought the Subject Property Interests for the Project.
On May 4, 2022, the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the County of San Bernardino entered into an agreement allowing for the exercise of joint powers for the purpose of acquiring the Subject Property Interests located in unincorporated San Bernardino County for the Project (Joint Powers Agreement). The Joint Powers Agreement authorizes the City to take all necessary and convenient steps to acquire the Subject Property Interests for the Project, including, without limitation, by purchase, lease, gift, devise, or the exercise of eminent domain.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 7260 et seq., the City obtained a fair market value appraisal of the Subject Property Interests. The City set just compensation in accordance with the appraised fair market value and extended a written offer to the owner of the Subject Property on February 28, 2022. Unable to reach a negotiated settlement with the owner, the City provided written notice to the owner of the City Council’s intent to consider the adoption of a Resolution of Necessity for the acquisitions of the Subject Property Interests by eminent domain.
On July 20, 2022, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga held a public hearing in accordance with Eminent Domain Law (California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1230.010 et seq.) and adopted Resolution No. 2022-112, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, declaring certain real property interests necessary for public purpose and authorizing the acquisition thereof in connection with the Etiwanda Grade Separation Project (permanent easement and two temporary construction easements over portions of APN 0229- 291-23). Resolution No. 2022-112 found and determined that the public interest and necessity require the acquisition of the Subject Property Interests for the Project, and authorized the City’s legal counsel to commence and prosecute legal proceedings to acquire the Subject Property Interests by eminent domain.
After the adoption of Resolution No. 2022-112 but prior to the City’s initiation of an eminent domain proceeding, the City determined that it required property interests on the Subject Property different from those identified in Resolution No. 2022-112 (Updated Property Interests). The City and owner of the Subject Property attempted to negotiate for the City’s acquisition of the Updated Property Interests; however, negotiations were unsuccessful.
ANALYSIS:
The City no longer seeks to acquire the Subject Property Interests identified in Resolution of Necessity No. 2022-112 because they are no longer required for the Project. This has rendered the acquisition of the Subject Property Interests by eminent domain unnecessary. Accordingly, it is necessary for the City to rescind Resolution No. 2022-112.
The City is authorized to rescind Resolution 2022-112 pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure Section 1245.260(c), and other provisions of law.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Etiwanda Grade Separation Project, including right-of-way acquisition and legal fees, has been funded primarily through Senate Bill (SB) 1 Trade Corridor Enhancement Program (TCEP) grant funds.
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / VALUE(S) ADDRESSED:
The proposed Etiwanda Grade Separation Project will enhance the City’s position as the world class community in our region by improving safety, traffic flow, and access to the southeast industrial area of the City.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 – Resolution No. 2024-081
Attachment 2 – Resolution No. 2022-112
Resolution No. 2024-081 – Page 1 of 3
ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-081
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION OF
NECESSITY NO. 2022-112, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING
CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY INTERESTS NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC
PURPOSES AND AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION THEREOF IN
CONNECTION WITH THE ETIWANDA GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT
(PERMANENT EASEMENT AND TWO TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
EASEMENTS OVER PORTIONS OF APN 0229-291-23)
WHEREAS, the City of Rancho Cucamonga (“City”) is a municipal corporation in the County of San Bernardino, State of California; and
WHEREAS, the City sought to acquire an approximate 45 square foot permanent easement, an approximate 686 square foot temporary construction easement with a term of twelve (12) months, and an approximate 11 square foot temporary construction easement with a term of twelve (12) months (“Subject Property Interests”) over portions of the real property located at 9333 Etiwanda Avenue in unincorporated San Bernardino County and further identified as San Bernardino County Tax Assessor’s Parcel Number 0229-291-23 The City sought the Subject Property Interests for public use in connection with the Etiwanda Grade Separation Project (“Project”).
WHEREAS, the City is authorized to acquire the Subject Property Interests by eminent domain pursuant to Section 19 of Article 1 of the California Constitution, Government Code Sections 37350, 37350.5, 37351, 40401, and 40404, California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1230.010 et seq. (Eminent Domain Law), including but not limited to Sections 1240.010, 1240.020, 1240.110, 1240.120, 1240.150, 1240.510, 1240.610, 1240.650, and by other provisions of law.
WHEREAS, on May 4, 2022, the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the County of San Bernardino entered into an agreement allowing for the exercise of joint powers for the purpose of acquiring the Subject Property Interests located in unincorporated San Bernardino County for Project (“Joint Powers Agreement”). The Joint Powers Agreement authorizes the City to take all necessary and convenient steps to acquire the Subject Property Interests for the Project, including, without limitation, by purchase, lease, gift, devise, or the exercise of eminent domain.
WHEREAS, on July 20, 2022 the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga held a public hearing in accordance with Eminent Domain Law (California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1230.010 et seq.) and adopted Resolution 2022-112, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, Declaring Certain Real Property Interests Necessary for Public Purpose and Authorizing the Acquisition Thereof in Connection with the Etiwanda Grade Separation Project.
Resolution No. 2022-112 found and determined that the public interest and necessity require the acquisition of the Subject Property Interests for the Project, and authorized the City’s legal counsel to commence and prosecute legal proceedings to acquire the Subject Property Interests by eminent domain.
WHEREAS, subsequent to the adoption of Resolution 2022-112 but prior to the City’s initiation of an eminent domain proceeding, the City determined that it required property interests on the Subject Property different from those identified in Resolution 2022-112 (“Updated Property Interests”). The City and owner of the Subject Property attempted to negotiate for the City’s acquisition of the Updated Property Interests; however, negotiations were unsuccessful.
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ATTACHMENT 1
WHEREAS, the City no longer seeks to acquire the Subject Property Interests identified in Resolution of Necessity No. 2022-112 because they are no longer required for the Project. This has rendered the acquisition of the Subject Property Interests by eminent domain unnecessary. Accordingly, it is necessary for the City to rescind Resolution 2022-112.
WHEREAS, the City is authorized to rescind Resolution 2022-112 pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure Section 1245.260(c), and other provisions of law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
SECTION 1. The Rancho Cucamonga City Council adopts Resolution 2024-081, A Resolution Rescinding Resolution No. 2022-112, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, Declaring Certain Real Property Interests Necessary for Public Purposes and Authorizing the Acquisition Thereof in Connection with the Etiwanda Grade Separation Project (Permanent Easement and Two Temporary Construction Easements Over Portions of APN 0229-291-23).
SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
Resolution No. 2024-081 – Page 3 of 3
ATTACHMENT 1
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 21st day of August, 2024.
______________________________________
L. Dennis Michael, Mayor
City of Rancho Cucamonga
ATTEST:
________________________________
Janice C. Reynolds, City Clerk
City of Rancho Cucamonga
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO ) ss
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA )
I, Janice C. Reynolds, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly passed, approved, and adopted by the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a Regular Meeting of said Council held on the 21st day of August 2024.
AYES: ________________________
NOES: ________________________
ABSENT: ________________________
ABSTAIN: ________________________
Executed this 22th day of August, 2024, at Rancho Cucamonga, California. ____________________________________
Janice C. Reynolds, City Clerk
City of Rancho Cucamonga
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
________________________________
Nicholas R. Ghirelli, City Attorney
Richards, Watson & Gershon
ATTACHMENT 2
DATE: August 21, 2024
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Elisa Cox, Assistant City Manager
INITIATED BY: Jason C. Welday, Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer Ulises Benavente, Associate Engineer
SUBJECT: Consideration to Order the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 Related to Case No. DRC2023-00121, Located at 8637 Vicara Drive (Project). This Project Has Been Determined by Staff to Be Exempt From the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. (RESOLUTION NO. 2024-088) (CITY) RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council adopt the attached resolution ordering the annexation into Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for Case No. DRC2023-00121.
BACKGROUND:
On January 24, 2024, Case No. DRC2023-00121 (Project) was approved by the Planning Director for the construction of 3,817 single-story family residence with an attached 672 square-foot garage located at 8637 Vicara Drive, within the Very Low Residential (VL) Zone. The Project was conditioned for the property to be annexed into the appropriate Landscape Maintenance District.
ANALYSIS:
The owners, Craig Young and Rebecca Young, have submitted the required Consent and Waiver to Annexation form to be annexed into Landscape Maintenance District 1. A copy of the form is on file with the City Clerk’s office.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
Pursuant to the California Environmental Act (CEQA) and the City’s local CEQA Guidelines, the Planning and Economic Development Department staff determined that the Project qualifies as a Class 3 exemption under state CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. The exemption covers the construction of single-family residences in a residential zone.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed annexations would supply additional annual revenue into Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 in the amount of $92.21.
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / VALUE(S) ADDRESSED:
This item addresses the City Council’s vision for the City by ensuring the maintenance of highquality public improvements that promote a world class community.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - Vicinity Map
Attachment 2 - Resolution Ordering Annexation LMD No. 1
ATTACHMENT 1
Case No. DRC2023-00121
Vicinity Map
NOT TO SCALE
8637 Vicara Drive
Resolution No. 2024-XXX – Page 1 of 6
ATTACHMENT 2
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE
ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 (GENERAL CITY) FOR
PROJECT CASE NO. DRC2023-00121
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, has previously formed a special maintenance district pursuant to the terms of the “Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972”, being Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California (the “Act”, said special maintenance district known and designated as Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (General City) (the “District”); and WHEREAS, the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 2 of the Act authorize the annexation of additional territory to the District; and
WHEREAS, such provisions also provide that the requirement for the preparation of resolutions, and assessment engineer’s report, notices of public hearing and the right of majority protest may be waived in writing with the written consent of all of the owners of property within the territory to be annexed; and
WHEREAS, notwithstanding that such provisions of the Act related to the annexation of territory to the District, Article XIII D of the Constitution of the State of California (“Article XIII D”) establishes certain procedural requirements for the authorization to levy assessments which apply to the levy of annual assessments for the District on the territory proposed to be annexed to such District; and
WHEREAS, the owners of certain property described in Exhibit A attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, have requested that such property (collectively, the “Territory”) be annexed to the District in order to provide for the levy of annual assessments to finance the maintenance of certain improvements described in Exhibit B hereto (the “Improvements”); and
WHEREAS, all of the owners of the Territory have filed with the City Clerk duly executed forms entitled “Consent And Waiver To Annexation Of Certain Real Property To A Maintenance District And Approval Of The Levy Of Assessments On Such Real Property” (the “Consent and Waiver”); and
WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the Act to the annexation of the Territory to the District and have expressly consented to the annexation of the Territory to the District; and
WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have also expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the Act and/or Article XIII D applicable to the authorization to levy the proposed annual assessment against the Territory set forth in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference and have declared support for, consent to and approval of the authorization to levy such proposed annual assessment set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto; and
Resolution No. 2024-XXX – Page 2 of 6
WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have also expressly agreed for themselves, their heirs, successors and assigns that:
(1) The proportionate special benefit derived by each parcel in the Territory from the District Improvements has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the maintenance and operation expenses of the Improvements; (2) The proposed annual assessment does not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit from the Improvements conferred on each parcel in the Territory.
(3) Only the special benefits derived or to be derived by each parcel in the Territory from the Improvements have been included in the proposed annual assessment.
WHEREAS, at this time the City Council desires to order the annexation of the Territory to the District and to authorize the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit C hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That the above recitals are true and correct.
SECTION 2: The City Council hereby finds and determines that:
a. The annual assessments proposed to be levied on each parcel in the Territory do not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on each such parcel from the
Improvements.
b. The proportional special benefit derived by each parcel in the Territory from the Improvements has been determined in
relationship to the entirety of the cost of the maintenance of the Improvement.
c. Only special benefits will be assessed on the Territory by the levy of the proposed annual assessments.
SECTION 3: This legislative body hereby orders the annexation the Territory to the District, approves the financing of the maintenance of the Improvements from the proceeds of annual assessments to be levied against the Territory and approves and orders the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit C.
SECTION 4: All future proceedings of the District, including the levy of all assessments, shall be applicable of the Territory.
Resolution No. 2024-XXX – Page 3 of 6
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this ____21____ day of _____August________ 2024.
Resolution No. 2024-XXX – Page 4 of 6
Exhibit A
Identification of the Owner and Description of the Property to be Annexed The Owner of the Property is:
Craig Young & Rebecca Young
The legal description of the Property is:
CUCAMONGA HOMESTEAD ASSN E 1/2 W 270 FT OF FOL DESC N 1/2 E 1/2 LOT 11 BLK 17 EX W 135 FT EX ST PER 9-14-84 #84-221158
Assessor’s Parcels Numbers of the Property:
1061231130000
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Exhibit B
Description of the District Improvements
Fiscal Year 2024/25
Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (General City):
Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (General City) (the “Maintenance District”) represents various landscaped areas, parks and community trails located at various sites throughout the City. These sites consist of several non-contiguous areas throughout the City. As such, the parcels within this District do not represent a distinct district area as do the other LMD’s within the City. Typically, new parcels within this District have been annexed upon development.
The various sites maintained by the District consist of parkways, median islands, paseos, street trees, entry monuments, community trails and parks. The parks consist of Bear Gulch Park, East and West Beryl Park, Old Town Park, Church Street Park, Golden Oaks Park, Hermosa Park, and the undeveloped Don Tiburcio Tapia Park.
Proposed additions to the Improvements for Project Case No. DRC2023-00121:
None
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Exhibit C
Proposed Annual Assessment
Fiscal Year 2024/25
Landscape Maintenance District No.1 (General City):
The rate per Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) is $92.21 for the fiscal year 2024/25. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (General City) for DRC2023-00121:
Land Use Basis
EBU*
Factor
Rate per
EBU*
Single Family Residential Parcel 1.00 $92.21
Multi-Family Residential Unit 0.50 92.21
Non-Residential Acre 2.00 92.21
The proposed annual assessment for the property described in Exhibit A is as follows:
1 Parcel x 1.00 EBU Factor x $92.21 Rate per EBU = $92.21 Annual Assessment
DATE: August 21, 2024
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: John R. Gillison, City Manager
INITIATED BY: Jason C. Welday, Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer Ulises Benavente, Associate Engineer
SUBJECT: Consideration to Approve an Improvement Agreement, an Improvement Securities for Public Improvements, and a Resolution Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B Submitted by FL Transportation, Inc., Related to Case No. DRC2020-00222, Located on Southwest Corner of Hellman Avenue and 8th Street (Project). The Project Has Been Determined by Staff to Be Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15311 - Accessory Structures. (RESOLUTION NO. 2024-087) (CITY)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council:
1. Approve an Improvement Agreement for the public improvements related to the Project and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign said Agreement;
2. Accept security in the form of bonds for completion of the related public improvements;
3. Approve the plans and specifications for the related public improvements on file with the City Engineer; and
4. Adopt the attached resolution ordering the annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B.
BACKGROUND:
On April 12, 2023, the Planning Director approved Case No. DRC2020-00222 (Project) for the development of a 212-space satellite truck/trailer parking facility located on the southeast corner of Hellman Avenue and 8th Street.
Case No. DRC2020-00222 was approved with a condition that certain public improvements be constructed including street improvements, curb and gutter, street trees, and storm drain relocation improvements.
ANALYSIS:
The developer, FL Transportation, Inc., has submitted an Improvement Agreement and securities to guarantee construction of the off-site public improvements in the following amounts:
Faithful Performance Bond No. 107958854 $137,800
Labor and Material Bond No. 1079558854 $137,800
Approval of these items by the Council would approve the Improvement Agreements, accept the securities for the construction of certain public improvements, and adopt the attached resolution ordering the annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B. Copies of the Improvement Agreement and annexation form are on file in the City Clerk’s office.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
Pursuant to the California Environmental Act (CEQA) and the City’s local CEQA Guidelines, the Planning Director determined that the Project qualifies as a Class 11 exemption under state CEQA Guidelines Section 15311 – Accessory Structures, which covers the construction related to existing facilities including the construction of parking lots.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed annexation would supply additional annual revenue into the landscape maintenance district in the following amount:
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B: $2,286.14
The developer will be installing 20 new street trees that will be maintained by the City.
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / VALUE(S) ADDRESSED:
This item addresses the City Council’s vision to build on our success as a world class community, to create an equitable, sustainable, and vibrant city, rich in opportunity for all to thrive through the construction of high-quality public improvements.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - Vicinity Map
Attachment 2 - Resolution Ordering Annexation LMD No. 3B
ATTACHMENT 1
Case No. DRC2020-00222
9000 Hellman Avenue
Vicinity Map NOT TO SCALE
Resolution No. 2024-XXX – Page 1 of 6
ATTACHMENT 2
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE
ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3B (COMMERCIAL
INDUSTRIAL) FOR DRC2020-00222
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, has previously formed a special maintenance district pursuant to the terms of the “Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972”, being Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California (the “Act”, said special maintenance district known and designated as Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B (Commercial Industrial) (the “District”); and WHEREAS, the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 2 of the Act authorize the annexation of additional territory to the District; and
WHEREAS, such provisions also provide that the requirement for the preparation of resolutions, and assessment engineer’s report, notices of public hearing and the right of majority protest may be waived in writing with the written consent of all of the owners of property within the territory to be annexed; and
WHEREAS, notwithstanding that such provisions of the Act related to the annexation of territory to the District, Article XIII D of the Constitution of the State of California (“Article XIII D”) establishes certain procedural requirements for the authorization to levy assessments which apply to the levy of annual assessments for the District on the territory proposed to be annexed to such District; and
WHEREAS, the owners of certain property described in Exhibit A attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, have requested that such property (collectively, the “Territory”) be annexed to the District in order to provide for the levy of annual assessments to finance the maintenance of certain improvements described in Exhibit B hereto (the “Improvements”); and
WHEREAS, all of the owners of the Territory have filed with the City Clerk duly executed forms entitled “Consent And Waiver To Annexation Of Certain Real Property To A Maintenance District And Approval Of The Levy Of Assessments On Such Real Property” (the “Consent and Waiver”); and
WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the Act to the annexation of the Territory to the District and have expressly consented to the annexation of the Territory to the District; and
WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have also expressly waived any and all of the procedural requirements as prescribed in the Act and/or Article XIII D applicable to the authorization to levy the proposed annual assessment against the Territory set forth in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference and have declared support for, consent to and approval of the authorization to levy such proposed annual assessment set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto; and
Resolution No. 2024-XXX – Page 2 of 6
WHEREAS, by such Consent and Waiver, all of the owners of the Territory have also expressly agreed for themselves, their heirs, successors and assigns that:
(1) The proportionate special benefit derived by each parcel in the Territory from the District Improvements has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the maintenance and operation expenses of the Improvements; (2) The proposed annual assessment does not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit from the Improvements conferred on each parcel in the Territory. (3) Only the special benefits derived or to be derived by each parcel in the Territory from the Improvements have been included in the proposed annual assessment.
WHEREAS, at this time the City Council desires to order the annexation of the Territory to the District and to authorize the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit C hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That the above recitals are true and correct.
SECTION 2: The City Council hereby finds and determines that:
a. The annual assessments proposed to be levied on each parcel in the Territory do not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on each such parcel from the Improvements. b. The proportional special benefit derived by each parcel in the Territory from the Improvements has been determined in relationship to the entirety of the cost of the maintenance of the Improvement. c. Only special benefits will be assessed on the Territory by the levy of the proposed annual assessments.
SECTION 3: This legislative body hereby orders the annexation the Territory to the District, approves the financing of the maintenance of the Improvements from the proceeds of annual assessments to be levied against the Territory and approves and orders the levy of annual assessments against the Territory in amounts not to exceed the amounts set forth in Exhibit C.
SECTION 4: All future proceedings of the District, including the levy of all assessments, shall be applicable of the Territory.
Resolution No. 2024-XXX – Page 3 of 6
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this ____21____ day of ______August_______ 2024.
Resolution No. 2024-XXX – Page 4 of 6
Exhibit A
Identification of the Owner and Description of the Property to be Annexed The Owner of the Property is:
FL TRANSPORTATION INC
The legal description of the Property is:
CUCAMONGA FRUIT LANDS EAST 1/2 LOT 3 SECTION 15 TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 7
WEST EXCEPT RAILROAD
Assessor’s Parcels Numbers of the Property:
0209-151-36-0000
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Exhibit B
Description of the District Improvements
Fiscal Year 2024/25
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B (Commercial Industrial):
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B (Commercial Industrial) (the “Maintenance District”) represents landscape sites throughout the Commercial/Industrial Maintenance District.
The various landscape sites that are maintained by this district consist of median islands, parkways, street trees and entry monuments.
Proposed additions to the Improvements for Project DRC2020-00222:
Installation of twenty (20) street trees
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Exhibit C
Proposed Annual Assessment
Fiscal Year 2024/25
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B (Commercial Industrial):
The rate per Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) is $282.24 for the fiscal year 2024/25. The following table summarizes the assessment rate for Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B (Commercial Industrial) for DRC2020-00222:
Land Use Basis
EBU
Factor*
Rate per
EBU*
Non-Residential Acre 1.00 $282.24
The proposed annual assessment for the property described in Exhibit A is as follows:
8.10 Acres x 1.00 EBU Factor x $282.24 Rate per EBU = $2,286.14 Annual Assessment
DATE: August 21, 2024
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: John R. Gillison, City Manager
INITIATED BY: Jason C. Welday, Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer Justine Garcia, Deputy Director of Engineering Services SUBJECT: Consideration of a Resolution Adopting the Measure I Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan Covering Fiscal Years 2024-2029. (RESOLUTION NO. 2024-089) (CITY)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council adopt the attached resolution approving the Local Measure I Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan Expenditure Strategy as requested by the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority to provide a public record of the intended use of Local Measure I funds.
BACKGROUND:
Measure I, the county-wide transportation sales tax program, requires that each local jurisdiction receiving revenues from the program annually adopt a Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (Plan) which outlines the specific projects and anticipated costs for which Measure I funds will be used.
In addition to adopting the Plan, the City is required by San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) Policy No. 40003 to annually acknowledge the requirement to meet the minimum General Fund Maintenance of Effort (MOE) level approved by both the City Council and SBCTA Board in February and March 2016 respectively. The required MOE level for Fiscal Year 2024/25 is $2,225,757.
ANALYSIS:
Staff has prepared the Plan (Attachment 1 – Exhibit A) for consideration by the City Council. Upon adoption of the resolution, the plan will be kept on file with the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) for informational purposes. The Plan includes pavement rehabilitation, traffic signal and striping improvements, and concrete repairs and improvements in Fiscal Year 2024/25 and aligns with the adopted Fiscal Year 2024/25 Budget. In addition to the Plan, the City is required to adopt the attached Measure I Capital Improvement Plan Expenditure Strategy (Attachment 1 – Exhibit B). This strategy is a narrative policy statement estimating the types of projects Local Measure I Funds are to be used for and the percentage of funds allocated for each type of project.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this item will meet SBTCA Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, MOE, and Expenditure Strategy requirements allowing the City to continue receiving Measure “I” funding.
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / VALUE(S) ADDRESSED:
This item addresses the City Council’s vision for the City by ensuring continued funding for the construction of high quality public improvements that promote a world class community.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 2024-089
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE
MEASURE I FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
FOR FY2024/2025 THROUGH FY2028/2029
WHEREAS, San Bernardino County voters approved passage of Measure I in November 2004, authorizing 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. 04-01 of the Authority; and
WHEREAS, the Strategic Plan requires each local jurisdiction applying for revenue from the Local Street Program to annually adopt and update a Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan; and
WHEREAS, California Public Utilities Code 190300 and Ordinance No. 04-01 require each local jurisdiction to maintain General Fund expenditures for transportationrelated construction and maintenance activities at the required Maintenance of Effort base year level in each fiscal year of the adopted Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, which for the City of Rancho Cucamonga is $2,225,757.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA HERBY RESOLVES, that the Measure I Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, attached to this resolution as Exhibit A, and the Measure I Capital Improvement Plan Expenditure Strategy – Fiscal Year 2024/25 thru 2028/29 (Exhibit B) are hereby adopted.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 21st day of August 2024.
Attachment 1
Exhibit A
Resolution Number:
Resolution Approval Date:
Contact Person/Title:
2024-XXX
8/21/2024
Jurisdiction: Measure I Local Pass-through Program
Justine Garcia, Dep. Dir. Eng Svcs FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN Rancho Cucamonga Phone: 909-774-2046
Email: Fiscal Years 2024/2025 thru 2028/2029 [email protected] 6/30/24 Carryover Balance
FY2024/25 Est. Revenue FY2025/26 Est. Revenue FY2026/27 Est. Revenue FY2027/28 Est. Revenue FY2028/29 Est. Revenue $8,958,446.00
Total Est. Rev. Is Project in
City's
Non-motorized have an ATP
Transportation Component?
Plan?
(Yes/No)
Does Project Is the Project on the City's
Nexus Study List?
(Public/DIF Share %)
Estimated Total
Project Cost
$4,532,361 $4,633,495 $4,765,141 $4,894,858 $5,062,174 $23,888,029 Total (Yes/No) Current Current Current Current Current
Projects: Estimate Estimate Estimate Estimate Estimate
Local Street Rehabilitation - Citywide No
No
No
No
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
$3,500,000
$100,000
$3,500,000 $2,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $2,000,000 $12,000,000 Concrete contract Services - Maintenance Citywide $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $500,000 Major Traffic Signal Repairs No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
$187,000 $187,000 $190,000 $190,000 $190,000 $190,000 $947,000 Signal Contract Services - Maintenance Citywide
Striping Contract Services -Maintenance Citywide
6th Street Rehabilitation - Haven to Cleveland
$1,023,000 $1,023,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $5,023,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $750,000 $1,220,000 $1,220,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,220,000
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Projects Total: $6,180,000 $3,940,000 $3,440,000 $3,440,000 $3,440,000 $20,440,000 (Must not exceed 150% of Carryover Balance
+ Total Estimated Revenue) Total Programming is currently 62% Total Estimated Programming: $20,440,000
Exhibit B
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
MEASURE I CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
EXPENDITURE STRATEGY
Fiscal Year 2024/2025 thru 2028/2029
Each jurisdiction shall adopt a Measure I Capital Improvement Plan Expenditure Strategy as part of the annual Capital Improvement Plan adoption. The Expenditure Strategy is not intended to be a narrative description of the projects listed in the Capital Improvement Plan. Instead, the Expenditure Strategy should provide the policy approach adopted by the Council for the expenditure of Measure I funds. The jurisdictional Expenditure Strategy provides an opportunity to document circumstances or analyses which are not otherwise apparent when reviewing the Measure I Capital Improvement Plan.
You must include the strategy as part of the annual Capital Improvement Plan adopted by your governing body.
The Measure I Capital Improvement Plan Expenditure Strategy for the expenditure of Measure I funds will use the City’s General Plan Circulation Element as its basis.
The City currently has an estimated carryover balance of approximately $8.9 million in the Measure I Local Street fund and anticipates approximately $4.5 million in new revenue for Fiscal Year 2024/25. In this next fiscal year, the City is planning to use approximately $6.2 million on local street capital projects and programs as follows:
Type of Improvement Estimated Cost FY Percentage
2024/25
Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Repair
of Existing Roadways
Traffic Signal Improvements, Pavement
Striping, and Maintenance
Concrete Services (ADA, Repairs and
Sidewalks)
$4.7 million
$1.4 million
$100,000
76%
22%
2%
Over the Five-Year Plan it is anticipated that the Measure I funds will be allocated in the following manner:
Type of Improvement Estimated Cost
FY 2024/25 – 2028/29
$13.2 million
Percentage
Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Repair
of Existing Roadways
65%
Traffic Signal Improvements, Pavement
Striping, and Maintenance
Concrete Services (ADA, Repairs and
Sidewalks)
$6.7 million
$500,000
33%
2%
DATE: August 21, 2024
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: John R. Gillison, City Manager
INITIATED BY: Robert Neiuber, Human Resources Director
SUBJECT: Consideration to Approve a Resolution Adopting a Side Letter Agreement Between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Executive Management Group and Salary Schedule for Executive Management Group Job Classifications Employed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga for Fiscal Year 2024-25. (RESOLUTION NO. 2024-086) (CITY) RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council approve a resolution adopting a side letter of agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Executive Management Group (EMG) and Salary Schedule for EMG Job Classifications Employed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
BACKGROUND:
The City sought a way to avoid compaction between the Department Head, Deputy City Manager, and Assistant City Manager positions. The parties agreed to amend Section 3 of the current MOU, “Salary Structure” for the Deputy City Manager position.
ANALYSIS:
To avoid compaction between the Department Head and Deputy City Manager positions and provide a consistent interval between the Deputy City Manager and Assistant City Manager positions The City proposed amending the EMG MOU. The wording added states, “The Deputy City Manager position salary range will be set 20% below the Assistant City Manager salary range in order to avoid compaction.”
An update to the EMG salary schedule includes adjusting the bottom step and top step of the Deputy City Manager salary range to be 20% below the Assistant City Manager salary range.
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the attached resolution adopting a side letter agreement and salary schedules for job classifications employed by the Executive Management Group for the Fiscal Year 2024-25. This Side Letter of Agreement shall be incorporated into the EMG MOU. The MOU shall remain in full force and effect except to the extent modified by this Side Letter of Agreement. This Side Letter of Agreement shall not be effective until ratified by the City Council and approved by EMG.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The fiscal impact of the changes to the Deputy City Manager positions would not result in an increase in costs for FY 2024-25, until February 2025, as part of the Professional Development Plan annual process as current Deputy City Managers are within the current range. This would result in general additional fund costs of approximately $5,500. These costs would come out of expected fiscal year 2024-25 Deputy City Manager salary saving due to a current vacancy. Any future fiscal impacts would be budgeted accordingly.
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / VALUE(S) ADDRESSED:
This item addresses the City’s Vision to build on our success as a world-class community, create an equitable, sustainable, and vibrant City, rich in opportunity for all to thrive.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - Resolution
Attachment 2 - EMG Side Letter Agreement
Attachment 3 - Executive Management Group Salary Schedule
Resolution No. 2024-086 - Page 1 of 2
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-086
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A SIDE
LETTER OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA AND THE EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT GROUP
WHEREAS, representatives of the City of Rancho Cucamonga (City) and Executive Management Group (EMG) representatives have met and conferred pursuant to the provisions of the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (California Government Code § 3500, et seq.) with regard to terms and conditions of employment; and
WHEREAS, representatives of the City and EMG representatives have agreed upon and presented to this City Council Side Letter Agreements (See attached Side Letter Agreements 2).
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA HEREBY RESOLVES that said Side Letter Agreement with EMG is hereby approved and the City Manager is hereby authorized to sign said Side Letter Agreements on behalf of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and the City Clerk to attest thereto.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 21st day of August 2024.
ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution No. 2024-086 - Page 2 of 2
SIDE LETTER OF AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
AND THE EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEE GROUP
The City of Rancho Cucamonga ("City") and the Executive Management Employee Group (collectively, the "Parties") entered into a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") that commenced on July 1, 2024, and expires on December 31, 2025.
The Parties met and conferred in good faith in August 2024. The Parties agreed To modify Section 3A as follows (see underlined section below):
A. In order to prevent compaction issues, the top step of every Executive Management Covered employee's salary range should be a minimum of 5% above the top step of the available salary range of any subordinate employee as determined by the City Manager.
The Deputy City Manager position salary range will be set 20% below the Assistant City Manager salary range in order to avoid compaction. Human Resources will review compaction issues each year taking into account any changes in salary ranges due to increases in control points, top steps and cost of living adjustments.
This Side Letter of Agreement shall be incorporated into the MOU. The MOU shall remain in full force and effect except to the extent modified by this Side Letter of Agreement. This Side Letter of Agreement shall not be effective until ratified by the City Council and approved by the Executive Management Employee Group.
For the City of Rancho Cucamonga For the Executive Management Employee Group ___________________________________ ________________________________________ John Gillison Jennifer Hunt-Gracia
City Manager Executive Management Group Representative
ATTACHMENT 2
Minimum Control Point Maximum
Class Title Step Amount Step Amount Step Amount
Animal Services Director 1604 $10,146 1654 $13,020 1674 $14,385 Assistant City Manager 1700 $16,378 1752 $21,226 1772 $23,454 Building and Safety Services Director 1609 $10,402 1659 $13,349 1679 $14,749 City Clerk Services Director 1594 $9,652 1655 $13,085 1675 $14,458 City Manager 1756 $21,655 1807 $27,927 1827 $30,856
Community Services Director 1627 $11,380 1677 $14,602 1697 $16,134 Deputy City Manager 1660 $13,415 1712 $17,388 1732 $19,211 Economic Development Director 1625 $11,266 1675 $14,458 1695 $15,974 Eng Svs Director/City Engineer 1628 $11,436 1678 $14,675 1698 $16,215 Finance Director 1637 $11,961 1695 $15,974 1715 $17,650 Human Resources Director 1621 $11,044 1671 $14,172 1691 $15,658 Innovation and Technology Director 1637 $11,961 1677 $14,602 1697 $16,134 Library Director 1615 $10,718 1665 $13,754 1685 $15,197 Planning Director 1621 $11,044 1671 $14,172 1691 $15,658 Public Works Services Director 1627 $11,380 1677 $14,602 1697 $16,134 Fire Chief* A $17,467 F $22,293
* Included for informational purposes only - This is a Fire District Management Employee Group position not a City position
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT GROUP
ASSIGNMENTS OF CLASSIFICATIONS TO PAY RANGES
Monthly Pay Ranges effective August 26, 2024
Resolution No. 2024-086
Executive Management
Salary Schedule
August 26, 2024
ATTACHMENT 3
DATE: August 12, 2024
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: John R. Gillison, City Manager
INITIATED BY: Carrie Rios, Community Improvement Manager SUBJECT: Discussion and Formation of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority Including (1) a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California Declaring the Need for a Parking Authority to Function in the City; (2) Declaring the City Council to be the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority; (3) a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority Approving Bylaws of the Parking Authority; (4) Draft Bylaws of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority. (CITY RESOLUTION NO. 2024-085 AND PARKING AUTHORITY RESOLUTION NO. RCPA 2024-001) (CITY/RCPA)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended the City Council adopt the attached resolutions to formally establish the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority, designate the City Council as its Board of Directors, and adopt and approve Bylaws for the Parking Authority.
BACKGROUND
The California Streets and Highways Code (S&H Code), Part 2 of Division 18, provides authorization for any municipality to form a parking authority to manage parking needs within a city. The parking authority may only transact business and exercise its powers once the City Council, by resolution, declares the need for the parking authority. Rancho Cucamonga is an existing City, incorporated over 45 years ago, in a largely suburban form. Particularly since the adoption of the 2020 General Plan, the City is transitioning to a suburban community with an urban core and corridors. As part of this transition, parking moves from a dispersed public and private commodity that is not centrally managed to a critical piece of the urban infrastructure which requires more careful construction, maintenance, and regulation to ensure that it successfully meets the needs of a healthy business and residential community. With Rancho Cucamonga's current and near-term anticipated growth, particularly due to increased residential density and the forthcoming high-speed rail terminus, establishing a Parking Authority at present will ensure a structured and efficient approach to parking.
ANALYSIS
In an urban setting or a shared urban-suburban setting, parking becomes a critical commodity and infrastructure component that requires a more deft approach to developing and managing to ensure that it remains available, is safe and accessible, and exists in sufficient quantities to allow business and residential developments to thrive, while not unnecessarily burdening acres of
valuable property with surface packing. Often this means that parking transitions to a structured environment in which public and private parking co-exist and one parking structure may serve multiple developments. As noted previously, with the adoption of a new General Plan in 2020, the City of Rancho Cucamonga is seeing anticipated mixed-use growth along major arterial corridors in the City, along with business expansion and the arrival in 2028 of the Brightline West HighSpeed rail from Las Vegas to Rancho Cucamonga.
The abovementioned transition is already underway in Rancho Cucamonga. As a shared commodity, parking in an urban environment needs to be monitored, maintained, and allocated accordingly to ensure businesses thrive, and sufficient parking is available to maintain the quality of life.
Upon a comprehensive review of how the City handles parking permits and enforcement, it has been determined the current system is fragmented among multiple departments, lacks clear accountability, provides weak enforcement, and is largely ad hoc having grown without a plan over the last 20 years. Creating a parking authority allows us to centralize permit issuance which right now exists in multiple divisions of Engineering, into one central unit. Enforcement, which is largely contracted to the Sheriff for whom it is a lower priority, can be brought in-house to dedicated staff. A single central software for permit issuance and tracking can be implemented which right now does not exist. Finally, the current system has no provision for construction or finance of future parking facilities which the new system has been designed to accommodate.
The proposed Resolution will establish the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority with the following goals:
1. Parking Program Goals:
a) Optimize Parking Utilization: Enhance the efficiency of current and future parking resources.
b) Streamline Program Management: Improve operational efficiency and coordination.
c) Increase Compliance and Enforcement Efforts: Strengthen enforcement to ensure adherence to parking regulations and availability for all users. d) Implement Modern Technology: Utilize technology to improve access and safety for users and management and enforcement for staff.
e) Balance Diverse Needs: Apply various parking models based on area-specific characteristics.
f) Improve Parking Experience: Address current uncoordinated parking arrangements, maintain, and improve existing and future parking areas, and ensure all parking remains safe for users.
g) Implement Financially Sustainable Strategies: Ensure that parking management practices are economically viable and revenues that are generated from both parking permits, as well as parking enforcement, go back into maintenance, operations, and expansion.
2. Parking Authority Formation:
a) Authority Structure: As provided by S&H Code Section 32650, the City already has a parking authority but must declare its need through this Resolution to activate its powers. Staff recommends that the City Council hereby declares itself to be the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority under S&H Code Section 32661.1, with all the rights, powers, duties, privileges, and immunities vested by the Parking Law of 1949. Staff also recommends the designation of the Mayor as the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority, and the designation of the City Clerk as the Secretary of the Parking Authority. b) Jurisdiction: The Authority will oversee:
1) Cucamonga Station: permit parking for daily/monthly use now or in the future 2) Cucamonga Canyon parking zone: permit parking for daily use now or in the future
3) Hermosa and Foothill Paid Parking Zone
4) East Avenue Paid Parking Zone
5) Residential Permit Parking Districts: established in various parts of the city, including:
a) Skyline Road, Inspiration Drive, Crest View Place, Crest View Court b) San Felipe Court
c) Merlot Court
d) Apple Lane, Beechwood Drive, Valinda Avenue, Date Avenue, Bonita Avenue
e) Bella Vista Drive, Henry Street
f) Almond Street, Via Serena
g) North Rim Way, Golden Prairie Drive, Stagecoach Court, Cheyenne Court, Sagebrush Court
h) De Anza Drive, Emery Place, Meyers Drive, Danner Court 6) Estacia Street, Elmhurst Avenue, Stafford Street, Dorset Court, Effen Street, Cambridge Avenue, Malvern Avenue (the 4 houses south of Dorset) East of Hermosa Avenue
7) Existing City-owned public parking lots at all facilities 8) Existing prohibited on-street parking areas
9) Existing and future parking facilities, if owned by the city, at the Epicenter and Victoria Gardens.
10) Future public parking at Haven/Civic and Milliken/Azusa 11) Future Annexed areas as determined at that time
c) Authority Powers: The Parking Authority will be able to acquire, construct, rent, lease, maintain, repair, manage, or operate parking facilities. It will prepare an annual report on its financial transactions, including revenue and expenses, for City Council review.
d) Authority Funding: After the formation of the authority, a funding structure will be developed. The Authority will have access to the current permit parking funding (Metrolink, Cucamonga Canyon, Hermosa/Foothill, East Avenue, and existing Residential Permits) as well as potential future revenue streams for capital construction.
e) Authority Bylaws: The City Attorney has drafted an initial set of Bylaws for the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority. Those bylaws delineate the name of the Authority, its Purpose and location of corporate offices, who the members and governing board are, officers and their duties, regular meetings, reports, and the ability of the Authority to enter into contracts.
FISCAL IMPACT
Initial costs will include administrative expenses for establishing the Authority, with ongoing costs for its operation and reporting. Detailed financial impacts will be addressed in subsequent budget reports. Existing costs for enforcement and permits are a general fund expense in multiple different departments and upon creation of the Authority will be unified in a future budget. The long-term goal is for parking management and enforcement to be revenue-neutral.
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / VALUE(S) ADDRESSED
This item brings together portions of the Council’s vision and core values by providing a sustainable City and promoting a safe and healthy community for all.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 - Resolution for Establishment of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority Attachment 2 - Resolution Approving Bylaws of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority Attachment 3 - Bylaws of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority Attachment 4 - List of current areas for Parking Authority Jurisdiction
Resolution No. 2024-085 - Page 1 of 2
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-085
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE
NEED FOR A PARKING AUTHORITY TO FUNCTION IN THE
CITY AND DECLARING THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PARKING AUTHORITY
A Recitals.
1. Part 2 of Division 18 of the California Streets and Highways Code ("S&H Code"), commencing with Section 32650 (the "Parking Law of 1949") provides that in each city exists a public body, corporate, and politic known as the parking authority.
2. The parking authority may transact business and exercise any powers granted to a parking authority under the Parking Law of 1949 upon a declaration by resolution of the City Council that there is a need for a parking authority to function in the City of Rancho Cucamonga (the "City").
3. This Resolution is not a "project" within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), and the State CEQA Guidelines outlined in California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Sections 15000 et seq., (the "Guidelines"), because it constitutes organizational or administrative activities of City government that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. (Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5)).
B. Resolution.
The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga finds and resolves as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council hereby specifically finds that all the facts outlined in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution, are true and correct.
SECTION 2: The City Council hereby declares that there is a need for a parking authority to function in the City. The reasons for this need include but are not limited to, anticipated growth in certain corridors of the City where additional residential density has been zoned in accordance with applicable state housing laws and the future anticipated development of the terminus station for a highspeed rail line between the City and Las Vegas, Nevada.
SECTION 3: Under S&H Code Section 32650, the name of the parking authority shall be the "City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority" (the "Parking Authority") which is and shall be a public body, corporate, and politic.
SECTION 4: The City Council hereby declares itself to be the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority under S&H Code Section 32661.1, with all the rights, powers, duties, privileges, and immunities vested by the Parking Law of 1949.
SECTION 5: The City Council hereby approves and ratifies the designation ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution No. 2024-085 - Page 2 of 2
of the Mayor as the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority, and the designation of the City Clerk as the Secretary of the Parking Authority.
SECTION 6: The City Council prescribes under S&H Code Section 32663 that the Parking Authority shall file with the City Council a detailed report of all its transactions, including a statement of all revenues and expenditures annually.
SECTION 7: The City Clerk Shall cause to be filled with the California Secretary of State and with the County Clerk of the County of San Bernardino the information required by Section 53051 of the California Government Code.
SECTION 8: This Resolution shall take effect upon its adoption.
SECTION 9: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this day of 2024
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
L. Dennis Michael, Mayor
ATTEST:
Janice C. Reynolds, City Clerk
I, JANICE C. REYNOLDS, CITY CLERK of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, at a Regular Meeting of said City Council held on the 2024.
Executed this day of , 2024 at Rancho Cucamonga, California Janice C. Reynolds, City Clerk
Resolution No. RCPA 2024-001 - Page 1 of 3
RESOLUTION NO. RCPA 2024-001
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA PARKING AUTHORITY, APPROVING BYLAWS OF THE
PARKING AUTHORITY
RECITALS:
A. The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga (the “City”) has approved a resolution determining that there is a need for a parking authority to function in the City, thereby, establishing the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority (the “Parking Authority”), and thereby authorized the Parking Authority to transact business and exercise any powers under the Parking Law of 1949, commencing with Section 32500 of the California Streets and Highways Code.
B. The Board of Directors of the Parking Authority desires to adopt Bylaws.
C. This Resolution is not a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), and the State CEQA Guidelines set forth in California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Sections 15000 et seq., (the “Guidelines”), because it constitutes organizational or administrative activities of City government that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. (Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5)).
NOW THEREFORE, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA PARKING AUTHORITY HEREBY FINDS, DETERMINES, RESOLVES AND ORDERS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Bylaws of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority, attached hereto as Exhibit A, are hereby approved and adopted as the official Bylaws of the Parking Authority.
ATTACHMENT 2
Resolution No. RCPA 2024-001 - Page 2 of 3
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this day of 2024
L. Dennis Michael, Chair
ATTEST:
Janice C. Reynolds, Secretary
I, JANICE C. REYNOLDS, SECRETARY of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, Parking Authority do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly passed, approved, and adopted by the Parking Authority of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, at a Regular Meeting of said Parking Authority held on the 21st day of August, 2024.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
Executed this day of , 2024 at Rancho Cucamonga, California Janice C. Reynolds, Secretary
Resolution No. RCPA 2024-001 - Page 3 of 3
EXHIBIT A
BYLAWS OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PARKING AUTHORITY
(attached)
Exhibit A to Resolution No. RCPA 2024-001
BYLAWS
OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PARKING AUTHORITY
ARTICLE I - THE PARKING AUTHORITY
Section 1. Name of Parking Authority. The name of the Parking Authority of the City of Rancho Cucamonga shall be the “City of Rancho Cucamonga Parking Authority.” Section 2. Purpose. The Parking Authority is a body formed and operating under Part 2 of Division 18 of the California Streets and Highways Code ("S&H Code"), commencing with Section 32650 (the "Parking Law of 1949").
Section 3. Office. The office of the Parking Authority shall be at Rancho Cucamonga City Hall, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California.
ARTICLE II - GOVERNING BODY
Section 1. Membership. The members of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga shall constitute the governing body of the Parking Authority, which governing body shall be known as the Board of Directors.
Section 2. Board Authority. The Board of Directors shall be imbued with all powers and authority as specified in S&H Code Section 32650 et seq. and any other applicable statutes or regulations which may be adopted.
Section 3. Avoiding Conflicts of Interest. Each member of the Board of Directors shall comply with the reporting requirements of the Political Reform Act, Government Code Section 81000 et seq, and its implementing regulations as adopted by the Fair Political Practices Commission.
ARTICLE III - OFFICERS
Section 1. Officers. The officers of the Parking Authority shall include a Chair, a Vice Chair, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and a Chief Administrative Officer.
Section 2. Chair. The Chair shall be the member of the Board of Directors who is the then-current Mayor of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The Chair shall preside at all meetings of the Board of Directors. The Chair shall sign all resolutions, contracts, and other instruments made by the Parking Authority.
Section 3. Vice-Chair. The Vice-Chair shall be the member of the Board of Directors who is the then-current Mayor Pro Tempore of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The Vice-Chair shall perform the duties of the Chair in the absence or incapacity of the Chair.
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Section 4. Secretary. The Secretary shall be the then-current City Clerk of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The Secretary shall keep the records of the Parking Authority, shall act as Secretary of the meetings of the Board of Directors and record all votes, and shall keep a record of the proceedings of the Board of Directors in the form of minutes to be kept for such purpose, and shall perform all duties incident to the office of Secretary. The Secretary shall keep in safe custody the seal of the Parking Authority and shall have the power to affix such seal as required to all contracts and instruments authorized to be executed by the Board of Directors. The Secretary may attest to the signatures of other officers of the Parking Authority.
Section 5. Treasurer. The Treasurer shall be the then-current Finance Director of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The Treasurer shall keep regular books of accounts showing receipts and expenditures and shall render to the Board of Directors, as requested, an account of the transactions of the Parking Authority and shall perform any other duties that are designated from time to time by the Parking Authority. The Treasurer, or in the absence of the Treasurer, a person appointed by the Treasurer or the Board of Directors, shall have the care and custody of all funds of the Parking Authority. The Treasurer may enter into agreements on behalf of the Parking Authority with any financial institution authorized to accept deposits of public funds, providing for the transfer of funds between accounts maintained therein by the Parking Authority upon request by telephone. Such agreements may also provide for the investment upon request by telephone of funds maintained in such accounts, in property or securities in which the Parking Authority, as a California public agency, may legally invest money subject to its control. Such agreements shall designate the accounts maintained by the Parking Authority which are subject thereto and the persons who may, from time to time, make such transfers and direct such investments by telephone request. All orders and checks for the payment of money under the direction of the Parking Authority shall be signed by the Treasurer with the countersignature of one other officer, deputy officer, or member of the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority.
Section 6. Chief Administrative Officer. The Chief Administrative Officer shall be the then-current City Manager of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. The Chief Administrative Officer shall conduct day-to-day administration of the Parking Authority’s business and affairs, subject to the direction of the Board of Directors.
Section 7. General Counsel. The City Attorney shall serve as General Counsel to the Parking Authority.
Section 8. Authority to Execute Contracts. All contracts made by the Parking Authority shall be signed by the Chair, the Vice Chair, or the Chief Administrative Officer; provided, that other officers of the Parking Authority may also sign a contract, deed, or other instrument, in the name and on behalf of the Parking Authority, if authorized under other provisions of these Bylaws or by a resolution adopted by the Board of Directors.
Section 9. Additional Duties. The officers of the Parking Authority shall perform such other duties and functions as may from time to time be required by the Parking Authority or these Bylaws or by resolution, rules, and regulations or by motion of the Board of Directors.
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Section 10. Assistants and Deputies; Additional Personnel. Whenever an officer of the Parking Authority or the City is designated an officer of the Parking Authority, the assistants, and deputies of such officer from time to time shall also be, ex officio, officers of the Parking Authority; and whenever a power is granted to, or a duty imposed upon, such officer, the power may be exercised, or the duty performed, by such assistant or deputy. The Board of Directors may from time to time designate the employment of such other personnel as it deems necessary to exercise its powers, duties, and functions. The selection and compensation of such officers and other personnel shall be determined by the Board of Directors.
ARTICLE IV - MEETINGS
Section 1. Regular Meetings; Cancellation without Convening. Regular meetings of the Board of Directors of the Parking Authority shall be held on the same day (1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month) and at the same time (7:00 p.m.) and place (Council Chambers of Rancho Cucamonga City Hall) as the regular meetings of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, commencing in August 2024, so long as an agenda for such meeting is posted at least 72 hours before such meeting (or such other length of period as required by the Brown Act). If the Board of Directors has no business to conduct on a date when a Regular Meeting would otherwise be held, no agenda for the Board of Directors meeting shall be posted and such Regular Meeting shall be automatically canceled.
Section 2. Applicability of Ralph M. Brown Act. Meetings of the Parking Authority shall be held, notice given, and the business of the Parking Authority conducted, all as provided in the Ralph M. Brown Act, being California Government Code Section 54950, et seq.
Section 3. Quorum. Three members of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting its business and exercising its powers and for all other purposes, but a smaller number may adjourn from time to time until a quorum is obtained.
Action may be taken by the Board of Directors upon a vote of a majority of a quorum unless a higher vote is required by law.
Section 4. Manner of Voting. The manner of voting on resolutions and on other matters shall be as prescribed by the Chair.
Section 5. Parliamentary Procedure. Except as provided herein, other rules adopted by the Board, and applicable provisions of state law, the procedures of the Board will be governed by the latest revised edition of Robert’s Rules of Order.
ARTICLE V -REPORTS
Section 1. Preparation of Financial Reports. At least once annually, the Treasurer shall prepare or cause to be prepared: (a) a detailed report of all the Parking Authority’s transactions, including a statement of all revenue and expenditures, and (b) a statement of all its financial affairs, audited by independent certified public accountants.
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Section 2. Submission of Reports to the Board of Directors and City Council. A copy of each report and statement prepared pursuant to Section 1 above, promptly upon completion, shall be submitted to (a) the Board of Directors and (b) the City Council.
ARTICLE VI - AMENDMENTS
Section 1. Amendments to Bylaws. The Bylaws of the Parking Authority may be amended by a majority vote of the Parking Authority Board of Directors.
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Attachment 4
List of Parking Authority Areas of Jurisdiction
1) Cucamonga Station: permit parking for daily/monthly use now or in the future 2) Cucamonga Canyon parking zone: permit parking for daily use now or in the future 3) Hermosa and Foothill Paid Parking Zone
4) East Avenue Paid Parking Zone
5) Residential Permit Parking Districts: established in various parts of the city, including:
a) Skyline Road, Inspiration Drive, Crest View Place, Crest View Court b) San Felipe Court
c) Merlot Court
d) Apple Lane, Beechwood Drive, Valinda Avenue, Date Avenue, Bonita Avenue e) Bella Vista Drive, Henry Street
f) Almond Street, Via Serena
g) North Rim Way, Golden Prairie Drive, Stagecoach Court, Cheyenne Court, Sagebrush Court
h) De Anza Drive, Emery Place, Meyers Drive, Danner Court 6) Estacia Street, Elmhurst Avenue, Stafford Street, Dorset Court, Effen Street, Cambridge Avenue, Malvern Avenue (the 4 houses south of Dorset) East of Hermosa Avenue 7) Existing City-owned public parking lots at all facilities 8) Existing prohibited on-street parking areas
9) Existing and future parking facilities, if owned by the city, at the Epicenter and Victoria Gardens.
10) Future public parking at Haven/Civic and Milliken/Azusa 11) Future Annexed areas as determined at that time
DATE: August 21, 2024
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: John R. Gillison, City Manager
INITIATED BY: Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING – MASTER PLAN, DESIGN REVIEW AND MINOR EXCEPTION – WESTERN SPIRE – A Request for a Site Plan and Design Review of a Mixed-Use Development on 1.8 Acres of Land Consisting of 176 Residential Units (Including 2 Live-Work Units), 7,870 Square Feet of Commercial Lease Area, and 1,400 Square Feet of Live-Work Commercial Lease Area with a Related Master Plan to Reduce the Required Non-Residential Floor Area Ratio and a Minor Exception for a Reduction in the Required On-Site Parking at the Northwest Corner of Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue in the Center 2 (CE2) Zone. APN: 0208-353- 18 (Design Review DRC2023- 00154, Master Plan DRC2023-00346) and Minor Exception DRC2023-00280. The Project Qualifies as a Class 32 Exemption Under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 – Infill Development Projects. (RESOLUTION NOS. 2024-082, 2024-083 AND 2024-084) (CITY)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve Design Review DRC2023-00154, Master Plan DRC2023- 00346, and Minor Exception DRC2023-00280 and approve Resolutions 2024-082, 2024-083, and 2024- 084, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
A request to construct 176 residential units (including 2 live-work units), 7,870 square feet of nonresidential lease area, and 1,400 square feet of live-work commercial lease area with a related Master Plan to reduce the required non-residential Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and a Minor Exception to reduce the required on-site parking.
BACKGROUND:
The project includes a request for approval of a Master Plan to establish site-specific development standards for non- residential floor area (FAR). Per Development Code Section 17.22.020, the designated approving authority of Master Pans is the City Council. On July 10, 2025, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of the subject project along with adoption of the corresponding CEQA Section 15332 Infill Exemption.
SITE CHARACTERISTICS AND BACKGROUND:
The dimensions of the undeveloped project site are approximately 276 feet along the north and south property lines and 301 feet along the east and west property lines. The site slopes from north to south from approximately 1,205 feet along the north property line and 1,193 feet at the south property line for a grade change of approximately 13 feet. Curb and gutter have been installed along the adjacent public streets.
See Figure 1 below for context.
Figure 1 – Project Location
The existing land use, General Plan designation, and Zones for the project site and adjacent properties are as follows:
Land Use General Plan Zoning
Site Vacant City Center Center 2 (CE2)
North Commercial Center City Center Center 2 (CE2)
South Church/School Office Employment Mixed Employment 1 (ME1) East Hotel Mixed-Use City Corridor High Corridor 2 (CO2) West Office Building City Center Center 2 (CE2)
PROJECT ANALYSIS:
Compliance with the Form-Based Code and General Plan:
The project was designed in compliance with the City Center General Plan land use designation and the Center 2 (CE2) Zone, which are intended for medium-high to high-density mixed-use residential and a wide range of commercial uses with vibrant public spaces promoting walkability. The project includes a high residential density (98 units per acre) with ground floor commercial adjacent to existing auto-oriented commercial, office, and civic uses.
Project Design and Layout:
The project comprises a 4 to 7-story building wrapped around a 7-story parking garage with a rooftop deck.
The site faces two public streets (Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue) along the east and south elevations, a private drive aisle along the north elevation, and an existing office building along the west elevation. Access to the parking garage will be from Red Oak Street and will provide parking for both the residential and commercial units. The project will construct sidewalks and required public infrastructure.
Sidewalks are provided along each building elevation in keeping with the General Plan’s emphasis on connectivity, a new bicycle lane will be constructed along the projects frontage in keeping with the General Plan’s emphasis on improving the multimodal transit network and the existing all-stop intersection at Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue will be replaced by a roundabout with new pedestrian crossings, a bicycle lane, and median landscaping.
Development Code Chapter 17.134 (Public Open Space) requires that projects less than 3 acres in area provide 1 open space type. The project provides a mid-block tree-lined paseo with a 10-foot-wide sidewalk along the west property line. Additional common open space areas include a public plaza and outdoor seating areas. Public seating areas will be provided adjacent to the east and south elevations along with two public plazas.
Figure 2: Site Plan
Architecture:
The project has a contemporary design theme with wide private decks and a flat roof. Exterior materials include the use of stucco, fiber cement siding, brick veneer, laminate wood look panels, and metal and glass railings carried to each elevation. The top deck of the parking garage is incorporated into the overall building and includes the extensive use of glazing on the north, south, and west elevations of the clubhouse building. The façade of the commercial units includes the extensive use of glazing framed by brick support columns.
Figure 3: Elevation Looking Northwest
Figure 4: Elevation Looking Southwest
Figure 5: Elevation Looking Southeast
Unit Composition and Floor Plans:
The project is comprised of 176 elevator-served residential units that are all single-level except for the livework units which have the living area above a commercial space. There are three standalone commercial units totaling 7,870 square feet and two live-work units totaling 1,400 square feet of commercial lease area.
The commercial units face Spruce Avenue and the live-work units face the access driveway along the north elevation. The table below summarizes the number of residential units and square feet of commercial lease area:
UNIT SUMMARY
Residential
Unit Type Unit Size (SF - Net) Number of Units
Studio 630 - 680 SF 30
1 Bedroom 650 to 1,050 SF 87
2 Bedroom 1,160 to 1,400 SF 59
Total Number of Units 176
Commercial Total Area
Commercial (SF) N/A 7,870
Commercial-Live-Work (SF) N/A 1,400
Recreational Amenities:
Recreational amenities include a courtyard with an open lawn area, a dog park, an outdoor kitchen, and seating on the ground level along the west elevation, ground-level public outdoor seating areas along the west and south elevations, outdoor seating areas with BBQs on the upper levels and a pool, spa, seating areas, clubhouse, and fitness building on the roof.
Figure 6: Rooftop Pool and Clubhouse
Compliance with Development Standards:
The project was designed in compliance with Article VIII (Form-Based Code) of the Development Code for projects within the Center 2 (CE2) Zone and shown in the following table:
COMPLIANCE TABLE
Development Standard Required Proposed Complies
Density 40 to 100 DU/AC 98 DU/AC YES
Non-Residential Floor Area
Ratio (FAR) 1.0 to 2.0 .11 YES*
Primary Build-to-Line 0 to 10 Feet Less than 10 Feet YES Secondary Build-to-line Less than 10 Feet YES
Interior Setback None 10 Feet-6 inches YES
Rear Yard 10 Feet Greater Than 10 Feet YES
Building Height 92 Feet Max 87 Feet YES
Open Space 30 SF/Unit (5,280 SF) 30,441 SF YES
*With Master Plan Approval
Parking:
Pursuant to the Development Code, the project is required to provide 362 parking spaces, of which a minimum of 176 must be in the form of a garage or carport. Required parking includes tenant and guest parking for the residential portion of the development as well as the ground floor commercial/live-work units. The 9,270 square feet of cumulative commercial/live-work space is parked at the office/retail parking rate (1/250 gross square feet). The project provides 339 parking spaces, a 23-parking space (6.1 percent) deficiency. The applicant has submitted a Minor Exception for the parking reduction. The parking analysis table below provides a breakdown of the required and provided parking spaces:
PARKING ANALYSIS
Number
of Units
Square
Footage
Parking Ratio Required
Parking
Multi-family unit
(studio) 30 N/A 1.3 per unit
(1 in garage or carport) 39
Multi-family unit
(one bedroom) 87 N/A 1.5 per unit
(1 in garage or carport) 130
Multi-family unit
(two bedrooms) 59 N/A 2 per unit
(1 in garage or carport) 118
Guest parking 176 N/A 1 per 5 units 36
Commercial/Live-Work N/A 9,270 1 per 250 SF for
commercial units 38
Total Garage Parking Required (Covered) 176
Total Garage Parking Provided (Covered) 339
Total Parking Spaces Required 362
Total Parking Spaces Provided 339
Parking Deficiency 23*
*Minor Exception Submitted for Parking Reduction
Master Plan:
The project includes a request for a master plan to establish site-specific development standards for nonresidential floor area (FAR). Whereas the Development Code requires a non-residential FAR of 1.0 to 2.0 within the subject CE2 zone, the applicant is proposing a non-residential FAR of .11, which is deficient of code standards. Development Code Section 17.22.020 establishes that an applicant may propose sitespecific regulations by way of a master plan which may include, but are not limited to, reducing development intensity (i.e., FAR) on a lot.
In addition to these referenced Development Code regulations the City has also established a policy on master plans. Pursuant to the Development Code and the City’s master plan policy, staff notes that the City Council held a policy discussion at their regularly scheduled meeting on July 19, 2023 wherein the Council specifically discussed policy implications for allowing deficient non-residential floor area standards for parcels which meet certain criteria, specifically for lots which are less than 3-acres and which are not located within a frontage overlay along a primary corridor. During their discussion, the Council generally expressed support for allowing deficient non-residential FAR in such circumstances, on a case-by-case basis.
Staff notes that the subject parcel at Spruce Street and Red Oak Avenue meets these same narrow criteria as previously discussed by City Council as the subject site is less than 3-acres (1.8 acres) and is not located within a frontage overlay. Therefore, in this case, staff supports the applicant’s requested reduction in non-residential FAR. Staff’s determination is supported by the fact that while the project is deficient in meeting the code required 1.0 to 2.0 non-residential FAR, the project proposes to still provide a cumulative 9,270 square feet of non-residential space. Further, staff notes that the project site is surrounded by a mix of existing commercial, retail, and office land uses that are readily accessible to future project residents and commercial tenants. Due to these circumstances, and despite not providing code-compliant nonPage 681
residential floor area, the project would implement the City’s vision in the CE2 zone by introducing a highdensity (98 du/ac) mixed-use development along a pedestrian-oriented corridor.
Inclusive of the request to approve a master plan, the project does not conflict with the General Plan or the land use designation of the project site as the City Center land use designation encourages infill development with a mix of land uses. The proposed residential and commercial land uses will complement and be compatible with the surrounding area's character, which consists of a mix of retail, office, and commercial land uses. Pursuant to Development Code section 17.22.020.A.2, the Master Plan process allows for the development of high-quality infill projects that could not otherwise be constructed due to constraints of existing development standards, in this case, the required non-residential FAR.
Further, pursuant to Development Code Section 17.22.020.A.3, project development would also help implement and further several goals and policies of the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, including the ability to provide complete places (LC1.1), ensuring the quality of public space (LC-1.3), and the provision of compatible development (LC-1.11). The additional housing units will also assist the City in reaching its State housing Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) outlined in the Housing Element.
Minor Exception (Parking Reduction):
The applicant is requesting a 6.1 percent (23 parking spaces) reduction in the required number of parking spaces. The applicant has provided staff with a parking study to justify this proposed parking reduction, which demonstrates that the project will be sufficiently parked and that the 6.1 percent reduction in the parking requirement is not expected to negatively impact the surrounding land uses. To ensure this, the project has been conditioned to provide and comply with an updated Parking Management Plan the project.
Design Review Committee:
The Design Review Committee (DRC – Daniels, and Boling) reviewed the project on April 16, 2024. The Committee was complimentary of the project design and amenities and accepting of the proposed reduction in the square footage of the non-residential floor area. They stated there were adequate commercial and office uses adjacent to the building and that creating housing was a priority.
The Committee raised concerns about the requested reduction in on-site parking. The applicant stated that they have a parking management plan to ensure adequate on-site parking. The Committee asked questions about the location of parking spaces for guests, customers, and delivery trucks and whether the roundabout would require modification of the existing drive approaches for the surrounding land uses. The applicant outlined the parking layout for the expected uses and staff stated that the drive approaches are not expected to be impacted by the roundabout. The Committee recommended that the project be forwarded to the Planning Commission for their review.
Public Art:
This project is required to comply with the public art ordinance as outlined in Chapter 17.124 of the Development Code. Based on the number of residential units and commercial square footage for this project, the total art value required per Section 17.124.020.C. is $141,270. A condition has been included pursuant to the Development Code that requires the public art requirement to be fulfilled prior to occupancy.
CEQA DETERMINATION:
Planning staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA Guidelines. The project qualifies as a Class 32 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 – Infill Development Projects, as the project is for the construction of a mixed-use development on 1.8 acres of land. The Section 15332 CEQA exemption covers infill developments on sites less than 5 acres in area that will not have a significant impact relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water.
A Section 15332 CEQA exemption was prepared by Placeworks (May 2024), an environmental consultant hired by the City (Exhibit D – CEQA Section 15332 Infill Exemption), to demonstrate compliance with the Section 15332 exemption. Staff evaluated the CEQA exemption prepared by Placeworks and concluded that the project will not have a significant impact on the environment relating to biological resources, traffic, noise, air quality, or water. The Director of Planning and Economic Development has reviewed staff’s determination of exemption, and concurs with staff's determination of exemption.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The project site currently is assessed an annual property tax. A percentage of this annual tax is shared with the City. The proposed development will increase the value of the project site and the City’s annual share of the property tax will increase accordingly. The project proponent also will be responsible for paying onetime impact fees. These fees are intended to address the increased demand for City services due to the proposed project. The following types of services that these impact fees would support include the following:
library services, transportation infrastructure, drainage infrastructure, animal services, police, parks, and community and recreation services.
CORRESPONDENCE:
This item was advertised as a public hearing with a regular legal advertisement in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspaper. To date, Staff has not received any comments from the public.
COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / GOAL(S) ADDRESSED:
The proposed mixed-use project will meet the City Council’s core values of providing and nurturing a high quality of life for all, promoting and enhancing a safe and healthy community for all, building and preserving a family-oriented atmosphere, and relentless pursuit of improvement. The proposed project provides residential and commercial/retail uses in a cohesive development, forming a walkable community with a variety of activities and uses for all to enjoy.
Attachments:
Attachment 1 – Project Location
Attachment 2 – Project Plans
Attachment 3 – PC Meeting Minutes Dated July 10, 2024
Attachment 4 – DRC Comments and Action Agenda Dated April 16, 2024 Attachment 5 – CEQA 15332 Infill Exemption
Attachment 6 – Draft Resolution of Approval 2024-082 for Design Review DRC2023-00154 Attachment 7 – Draft Resolution of Approval 2024-083 for Master Plan DRC2023-00346 Attachment 8 – Draft Resolution of Approval 2024-084 for Minor Exception DRC2023-00280 Attachment 9 – Conditions of Approval
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Schedule
Symbol Label Quantity Manufacturer Catalog Number Description Wattage Statistics
Description Symbol Avg Max Min Max/Min Avg/Min
Level 1 3.7 fc 17.7 fc 0.3 fc 59.0:1 12.3:1
S1
14 LIGMAN UAD-20001-W40 Anderson1 Medium Post top luminaire 1 3568 0.91 41.8 S2
35 LIGMAN FOR-10061-O-W40 Forrey 1 Bollard 4 1139 0.91 50.1 S3
35 LIGMAN GI-31611-W40 Rev.2 Gino 4 rectangular wall down light LED 2 282 0.91 8.2 S4
2 LIGMAN JE-80031-VW-W40 1 959 0.91 15 Jet 39 cylindrical suface exterior downlight luminaire LED
Number
Lamps
Lumens
Per Lamp
Light Loss
Factor
0.3 0.61.11.92.93.73.62.71.71.00.50.3
0.30.50.91.62.32.92.82.21.40.80.50.3 0.30.40.71.11.51.81.81.41.00.60.40.2
0.20.30.50.70.91.01.00.90.60.40.30.2 0.20.30.30.40.50.60.60.50.20.2
0.20.20.30.30.40.40.40.40.20.2 0.30.30.30.20.20.20.20.20.20.30.30.40.40.40.40.40.30.20.2
0.50.50.40.40.30.20.20.20.20.30.40.50.60.60.60.50.40.30.2 1.01.00.80.60.40.30.20.20.30.40.50.70.91.11.00.80.60.40.3
1.81.71.30.90.60.40.30.30.30.50.81.21.61.91.81.41.00.60.4 2.92.71.91.20.70.50.30.30.40.61.01.7
3.83.42.41.40.80.50.40.32.0 1.41.21.00.90.91.21.92.8
2.21.91.51.11.01.31.82.63.23.12.41.50.90.50.3 3.22.71.91.31.11.21.52.02.42.31.81.20.70.40.3
3.73.12.21.51.21.11.21.41.51.41.10.80.50.30.2 3.32.92.21.81.51.21.11.11.00.90.70.50.40.30.2
2.62.52.83.23.12.61.71.00.80.60.50.40.30.20.2 1.92.94.04.44.54.03.21.70.80.50.40.30.20.20.1
1.83.64.75.86.25.34.12.71.00.50.40.20.20.20.1 5.37.17.96.54.73.21.20.60.40.20.20.10.10.20.20.30.50.7
5.67.88.77.24.93.31.20.60.40.20.20.10.10.20.30.50.81.2 6.48.08.57.75.83.11.10.60.40.20.20.10.20.20.30.61.01.7
6.48.08.57.65.83.01.10.60.40.20.20.10.20.20.40.71.22.1 5.47.78.67.14.93.31.20.60.30.20.20.10.20.20.40.71.22.1
5.06.97.76.44.63.21.10.50.30.20.20.10.20.20.30.61.01.6 4.25.45.95.13.92.50.90.50.30.20.10.10.10.20.30.50.71.1
3.23.84.13.73.01.40.60.40.20.20.10.10.10.20.20.30.50.7 0.40.30.20.20.10.10.1
0.30.30.20.20.20.20.1 0.30.30.30.30.20.20.2
0.40.40.40.40.30.30.2 0.50.60.70.60.50.40.3
1.21.10.80.60.4 2.01.81.30.90.5
3.02.61.81.10.7 3.63.12.11.30.70.50.40.61.01.62.53.0
3.32.92.01.20.70.50.50.61.11.82.83.5 2.32.11.51.00.60.40.40.61.01.72.63.1
1.41.31.00.70.50.40.40.50.8 1.21.72.63.43.52.81.81.1
1.31.62.22.82.82.31.50.9 2.01.51.71.91.91.61.10.7
3.84.95.55.14.13.01.51.21.00.70.5 4.66.37.46.54.93.51.71.00.80.70.60.40.3
4.96.77.96.95.13.61.70.80.60.50.40.30.2 5.27.18.07.25.33.41.40.80.50.40.30.20.2
6.07.37.97.46.03.21.20.8 5.57.38.17.35.43.51.50.9
5.77.28.37.25.33.92.01.1 5.87.07.86.95.34.02.21.4
5.35.76.05.54.83.92.52.1 3.83.74.24.44.54.44.13.33.12.9
2.82.52.32.62.82.72.63.03.63.6 2018 IPC SECTION 421.4
30X30 MIN.
CLEAR FLOOR SPACE
POOL
VENT
SPA
2.73.52.01.32.13.72.91.82.73.92.72.03.25.04.63.93.43.14.34.43.73.33.95.1 1.52.01.82.21.92.11.71.21.62.11.71.52.23.23.53.43.43.84.45.14.74.24.85.1
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3.44.53.50.90.50.40.40.40.50.60.81.11.52.02.63.34.14.95.35.36.16.2 1.11.81.20.70.40.30.30.40.50.60.71.01.31.72.22.93.95.46.36.47.17.3
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3.64.93.71.00.60.60.71.03.94.95.55.66.36.2 0.91.71.00.70.60.81.01.44.15.56.46.57.27.4
1.52.14.65.55.15.26.06.0 2.22.82.63.23.02.93.13.73.64.65.05.24.54.04.74.7
2.82.92.93.73.83.53.93.93.64.54.94.74.54.24.64.4 3.02.71.83.34.13.84.13.53.03.84.74.44.24.24.55.4 4.0 144 NORTH ORANGE ST., ORANGE, CA 92866
(714) 639-9860
SPRUCE & RED OAK APARTMENTS
Western Spire
1111 Bayside Drive, Suite 222, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 (949) 293-7042
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 02/29/2024
Irvine
8825 Research Drive
Irvine, CA 92618 2023-03172-00
LEVEL 6, 7, ROOF - SITE LIGHTING PHOTOMETRIC PLAN
E2.0
Schedule
Symbol Label Quantity Manufacturer Catalog Number Description Wattage Statistics
Description Symbol Avg Max Min Max/Min Avg/Min
Level 6 0.8 fc 3.8 fc 0.2 fc 19.0:1 4.0:1
S3
3 LIGMAN GI-31611-W40 Rev.2 2 282 0.91 8.2
Number
Lamps
Lumens
Per Lamp
Light Loss
Factor
LEVEL 6
S1
6 LIGMAN UAD-20001-W40 1 3568 0.91 41.8
S4
2 LIGMAN JE-80031-VW-W40 1 959 0.91 15 Jet 39 cylindrical suface exteriordownlight luminaire
LED LEVEL 7
Gino 4 rectangular wall
down light LED
Schedule
Symbol Label Quantity Manufacturer Catalog Number Description Wattage Statistics
Description Symbol Avg Max Min Max/Min Avg/Min
N. Level 7 1.7 fc 8.7 fc 0.1 fc 87.0:1 17.0:1
S3
8 LIGMAN GI-31611-W40 Rev.2 2 282 0.91 8.2
Number
Lamps
Lumens
Per Lamp
Light Loss
Factor
Gino 4 rectangular wall
down light LED
S. Level 7 3.4 fc 8.3 fc 0.2 fc 41.5:1 17.0:1
S4
4 LIGMAN JE-80031-VW-W40 1 959 0.91 15 Jet 39 cylindrical suface exterior
downlight luminaire
LED
ROOF
Schedule
Symbol Label Quantity Manufacturer Catalog Number Description Wattage Statistics
Description Symbol Avg Max Min Max/Min Avg/Min
Roof 3.2 fc 7.6 fc 0.3 fc 25.3:1 10.7:1
Number
Lamps
Lumens
Per Lamp
Light Loss
Factor
S3
8 LIGMAN GI-31611-W40 Rev.2 2 282 0.91 8.2
Anderson1 Medium
Post top luminaire
Gino 4 rectangular wall
down light LED
144 NORTH ORANGE ST., ORANGE, CA 92866
(714) 639-9860
SPRUCE & RED OAK APARTMENTS
Western Spire
1111 Bayside Drive, Suite 222, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 (949) 293-7042
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 02/29/2024
Irvine
8825 Research Drive
Irvine, CA 92618 2023-03172-00
SITE LIGHTING SPECIFICATIONS
E3.0
PEDESTRIAN WALKWAYS BOLLARD
FIXTURE - TYPE "S2"
DECORATIVE WALL MOUNTED
LIGHT FIXTURE - TYPE "S3" MOUNTING +8'-0"
TRELLIS SURFACE MOUNTED DOWNLIGHT
LIGHT FIXTURE - TYPE "S4" MOUNTING +10'-0"
DECORATIVE POST TOP
LIGHT FIXTURE - TYPE "S1" MOUNTING +14'-0"
HPC/PC MINUTES – July 10, 2024
Final
Historic Preservation Commission
and
Planning Commission Agenda
July 10, 2024
Final Minutes Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
7:00 p.m.
The regular Joint meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission was held on July 10, 2024. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Morales at 7:00 p.m.
A. Roll Call
Planning Commission present: Chairman Morales, Vice Chairman Boling, Commissioner Daniels, Commissioner Diaz, and Commissioner Dopp.
Staff Present: Serita Young, Assistant City Attorney; Jennifer Nakamura, Deputy Director of Planning; Sean McPherson, Principal Planner; Tabe van der Zwaag, Assistant Planner; Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant.
B. Public Communications
Chairman Morales opened the public communications.
Hearing no comments, Chairman Morales closed the public communications.
C. Consent Calendar
C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2024.
Motion: Moved by Commissioner Diaz; seconded by Vice Chairman Boling, to approve Minutes as presented.
Motion carried 4-1. Abstain - Commissioner Dopp.
D. Public Hearings
D1. MASTER PLAN, DESIGN REVIEW AND MINOR EXCEPTION – WESTERN SPIRE – Recommendation to the City Council for a request for a site plan and design review of a mixed-use development on 1.8 acres of land consisting of 176 residential units (including 2 live-work units), 7,870 square feet of commercial lease area, and 1,400 square feet of live-work commercial lease area with a related Master Plan to reduce the required nonresidential floor area ratio and a Minor Exception for a reduction in the required on-site parking at the northwest corner of Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue in the Center 2 (CE2) Zone. The City Council is the final decisionmaking authority on this item and a separate public hearing before that body will be scheduled at a later date. APN:
0208-353-18 (Design Review DRC2023-00154, Master Plan DRC2023-00346) and Minor Exception DRC2023- 00280. The project qualifies as a Class 32 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 – Infill Development Projects.
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Final
Associate Planner Tabe van der Zwaag presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file).
Commissioner Daniels asked what was the reason for the roundabout.
Planner van der Zwaag answered that it was directed by the Engineering department to efficiently handle traffic rather than a four-way stop.
Commissioner Daniels stated that when parking spaces for commercial are not being used, there will be additional parking available to the residents.
Chairman Morales opened the public hearing.
Applicant Comments: Gerald Hammer
Public comments by Vatsal and Nilan Mody expressed parking concerns for their business and requested to increase parking allotment.
Chairman Morales closed the public hearing.
Chairman Morales asked staff to respond to the property owners concern regarding their parking issue.
Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura suggested for the property owners to contact the Planning department to resolve and navigate their issue. She asked for the Applicant’s input on how they would resolve the parking issue.
Shane Green, LLG Engineers, replied to create two Committees; One for Retail/Commercial and another one for Residential and have them both discuss any issues and figure out a solution to resolve it. He stressed how important it is for the two Committees to communicate for it to work.
Commissioner Dopp inquired if there will be timed parking for any of the units.
Green answered they would have to wait for tenants to get a better idea on timed parking.
Commissioner Dopp expressed his concern to make sure there is no overlap.
Commissioner Daniels inquired if the applicant feels it is an adequate number of parking for how it will be utilized.
Green confirmed.
Vice Chairman Boling asked where employees will park.
Green answered that employees would park on the second level as indicated on the Parking Management Plan.
Commissioner Diaz stated the City has goals to Live, Work and Play and she asked if they have any incentive for people to live in the building.
Green responded there will not be one.
Vice Chairman Boling asked if there are any thoughts of the type of tenants they plan to bring in for the nonresidential commercial retail.
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Serafin Maranan, Architects Orange, answered that it is too early in the process to identify perspective tenants.
Vice Chairman Boling asked what they have seen be successful in the live, work environment.
Maranan responded that they have seen financial services, accounting, and architects be successful in the Live, Work environment.
Commissioner Dopp stated there is a lot to like about this project such as creative use of the outdoor space for the residents and accents on the balcony. He expressed he is not thrilled about the parking spaces.
Commissioner Daniels concurred with Commissioner Dopp and said regarding the parking reduction, he does not have a problem with the deficiency because of the mixed-use. He said there will be times when parking will be in high demand and times when it will not. He expressed the only problem he does have is that drive to the north and recommended the City talk to the property owners because the road is in poor condition and very narrow. He said he supports the project and likes the design.
Commissioner Diaz stated that this is a beautiful project. She likes they are using the roof top and that the amenities are going to be very popular with the tenants. She encourages they do more with Live, Work and see how they can make it happen for the residents they will have in the building and surrounding area.
Vice Chairman Boling stated the density, 98 units to the acre, is something we have not seen within the city and commends the applicant for embracing the City Council’s desire to have higher density. It’s important that we plan for, and the developers provide a wide variety of housing units, types, styles, and pricing for all our residents, both current and perspective. He said this addresses a market demand for quality housing in Rancho Cucamonga and in regard to the parking reduction, it is being addressed by the Parking Management Plan. He said in response to public comments, he encourages them to lean on staff’s expertise to help provide suggestions and recommendations. He asked staff to clarify for the public, with the number of units at this property site, some of the community may be concerned with school overcrowding and he asked to explain how the City ensures school impact fees are paid as determined by the effected school districts and not the city.
Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura explained how each school district determines their development impact fees.
Vice Chairman Boling stated that in the Conditions of Approval being proposed by Engineering, there is a requirement for the developer to install high-speed fiber and in the long run, it will serve residents well.
Chairman Morales stated he is glad staff invited the property owners to contact the Planning department to discuss their parking issue. He said he is impressed with the design of the building and likes the roundabout in the middle.
Motion: Moved by Commissioner Daniels; seconded by Vice Chair Boling to adopt Resolution 24-20, Design Review DRC2023-00154, Resolution 24-21 Master Plan DRC2023-00346 and 24-22 Minor Exception DRC2023-00280, with modification to the Condition of Approval Parking Management Plan. Motion carried 5-0.
E. General Business
E1. Review of Pedestrian Access from Arabian Drive to Heritage Park.
Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file).
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Commissioner Diaz mentioned that it seems the main issue stands from Little League parking and asked if the other Little League Park locations have residents in those areas and if they experienced similar issues and if so, what has staff done to resolve those issues.
Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura answered not that she is aware of.
Commissioner Daniels inquired if a property owner contacted staff about this and was it one person.
Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura confirmed it was one individual.
Vice Chairman Boling clarified what prompted this was one individual contacting the City inquiring about the opportunity of opening the gate in order to provide additional access to the park.
Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura confirmed that they questioned who has access via keys and why only some have access and others do not.
The following persons commented on the project: Lorraine Greer, Sergio Valdez, Larry Greet, Susan BensonMassagli, Rick Givens and Mike Villarreal.
The comments included the following concerns: Traffic, damage to property, safety for children, trespassing, trash, crime and street repair needed.
For the record, it is noted that the following correspondences were received after the preparation of the agenda packet and the following general concerns are noted. The actual correspondence should be referred to for details:
• Correspondence from Judith Brennan is opposed to opening the gate. • Email from Martin Yapur expressed traffic and trash concerns. • Email from Frank Pinkerton is opposed to the removal of the gate. • Email from Jara Winters expressed noise concerns, security, and safety. • Email from William Sweet expressed loss of security and children safety. • Email from Susan Massagli-Benson expressed traffic and trash concerns. • Email from Susan Benson against opening the gate.
• Email from Karlyn Sweet is concerned with traffic, safety, and crime if gate is removed. • Email from Laurie Torella opposed to opening the gate. • Email from Julie Bessert against opening the gate due to traffic.
After discussion with Commissioners, Vice Chairman Boling stated that Arabian is a public street, and the public has the right to park on a public street. He said from a policy perspective, restricting use of a public street should only be done under limited circumstances. His recommendation is to remove the gate and install a permanent fence so there is no pedestrian access and access for all would be through Mustang Drive and to take away the keys.
Commissioners Dopp and Diaz agreed with Commissioner Boling’s solution. Commissioner Daniels stated that he was agreeable to leaving the gate as is.
Chair Morales stated that the gate should be grandfathered in. Commissioner Diaz appreciated Commissioner Boling’s suggestion but could also see leaving the gate as is.
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Final
Chair Morales asked if staff has been provided enough feedback. Deputy Director Nakamura asked the commission to come to consensus and make a formal recommendation to the Council.
Commissioner Dopp made a motion to recommend two options. Option 1 was to remove the gate and lock and install permanent fencing. Option 2 was to leave the gate as is.
Commissioner Diaz felt that the options should be prioritized in the opposite order.
Motion: Moved by Commissioner Dopp; seconded by Vice Chairman Boling to recommend to City Council replace the gate with a permanent fence or leave the gate as is Motion carried 3-2. (Commissioners Morales and Diaz opposed to the order of the options).
F. Director Announcements – None
G. Commission Announcements
Commissioner Daniels thanked the residents for coming out tonight. He said it is nice for the Commission to hear from the residents.
Vice Chairman Boling also thanked the residents for coming out.
Commissioner Daniels requested to have the Historical Structure Survey brought before the Commission as it is part of their responsibility to look at.
Deputy Director of Planning Nakamura replied they are actively working on getting information in the near future to the Commission on the status of the historic preservation efforts.
H. Adjournment
Motion: Moved by Commissioner Diaz, seconded by Vice Chairman Boling to adjoin the meeting. Hearing no objections, Chairman Morales adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant
Planning and Economic Development Department
Approved: HPC/PC Meeting - July 24, 2024.
Updated 4/18/24
DESIGN REVIEW COMMENTS
April 16, 2024
7:00 p.m.
Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner
DESIGN REVIEW – WESTERN SPIRE – A request for a site plan and design review of a mixeduse development consisting of 176 residential units (including 2 live-work units), 7,870 square feet of commercial lease area, and 1,400 square feet of live-work commercial lease area on 1.8 acres of land at the northwest corner of Red Oak and Spruce Avenues in the Center 2 (CE2) Zone. APN: 208-353-18 (DRC2023-00154).
Site Characteristics and Background: The dimensions of the project site are approximately 276 feet along the north property line and 301 feet along the west property line. The site slopes from north to south from approximately 1,205 feet along the north property line and 1,193 feet at the south property line for a grade change of approximately 13 feet. Curb and gutter have been installed along the adjacent public streets.
The existing Land Use, General Plan, and Zoning Designations for the project site and adjacent properties are as follows:
Project Design and Layout:
The project is comprised of a 7-story building wrapped around an 8-story parking garage with a rooftop deck. The site faces two public streets (Red Oak and Spruce Avenues) along the east and south elevations, a private drive aisle along the north elevation, and an existing office building along the west elevation. Access to the parking garage will be from Red Oak Avenue and will provide parking to both the residential and commercial units. Sidewalks are provided along each building elevation in keeping with the General Plan’s emphasis on connectivity. Development Code Chapter 17.134 (Public Open Space) requires that projects less than 3 acres in area provide 1 open space type. The project is providing a mid-block tree-lined paseo along the west property line that includes a 10-foot-wide sidewalk. The existing all-stop intersection at Red Oak and Spruce will be replaced by a roundabout with new pedestrian crossings and median landscaping.
Public seating areas will be provided adjacent to the east and south elevations along with two small public plazas.
Land Use General Plan Zoning
Site Vacant City Center Center 2 (CE2)
North Commercial
Center City Center Center 2 (CE2)
South Church/School Office Employment Mixed Employment 1 (ME1) East Hotel Mixed-Use City Corridor High Corridor 2 (CO2) West Office Building City Center Center 2 (CE2)
Exhibit C
DRC COMMENTS
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Figure 1: Site Plan
Architecture:
The project’s exterior has a contemporary design theme with wide private decks and a flat roof.
The 8th story of the parking garage is incorporated into the overall building and includes the extensive use of glazing on the north, south, and west elevations of the clubhouse Building materials include stucco, fiber cement siding, brick veneer, laminate wood look panels, and metal and glass railings carried to each elevation. The façade of the commercial units includes the extensive use of glazing framed by brick support columns.
DRC COMMENTS
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DRC COMMENTS
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Unit Composition and Floor Plans:
The project is comprised of 176 elevator-served residential units that are all single-level except for the live-work units which have the living area above a commercial space. There are three standalone commercial units totaling 7,870 square feet and two live-work units with a total of 1,400 square feet of commercial lease area. The commercial units face Spruce Avenue and the live-work units face the access driveway along the north elevation. The table below summarizes the number of residential units and square feet of commercial lease area:
UNIT SUMMARY
Residential
Unit Type Unit Size (SF - Net) Number of Units
Studio 630 - 680 SF 30
1 Bedroom 650 to 1,050 SF 87
2 Bedroom 1,160 to 1,400 SF 59
Total Number of Units 176
Commercial Total Area
Commercial (SF) N/A 7,870
Commercial-Live-Work (SF) N/A 1,400
Recreational Amenities:
Recreational amenities include a courtyard with an open lawn area, a dog park, an outdoor kitchen, and seating on the ground level along the west elevation. Ground-level public outdoor seating areas along the west and south elevations. Outdoor seating areas with BBQs on the 6th and 7th levels and a pool, spa, seating areas, clubhouse, and fitness building on the roof.
DRC COMMENTS
DR DRC2023-00154 – WESTERN SPIRE
April 16, 2024
Compliance with Development Standards:
The project was designed in compliance with Article VIII (Form-Based Code) of the Development Code for projects within the Center 2 (CE2) Zone and shown in the following table:
COMPLIANCE TABLE
Development Standard Required Proposed Complies
Density 40 to 100 DU/AC 98 DU/AC YES
Non-Residential 1.0 to 2.0 .11 YES*
Primary Build-to-Line 0 to 10 Feet Less than 10 Feet YES Secondary Build-to-line 0 to 10 Feet Less than 10 Feet YES Interior Setback None 10 Feet-6 inches YES
Rear Yard 10 Feet Greater Than 10 Feet YES
Building Height 92 Feet Max 87 Feet YES
DRC COMMENTS
DR DRC2023-00154 – WESTERN SPIRE
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Open Space 30 SF/Unit (5,280 SF) 30,441 SF YES
*With Master Plan Approval
Parking:
The project is required to provide 362 parking spaces, of which 176 must be in the form of a garage or carport. Required parking includes tenant and guest parking for the residential portion of the development and the ground floor commercial/live-work units. The 9,270 square feet of commercial/live-work space is parked at the office/retail parking rate (1/250 gross square feet).
The project provides a total of 339 parking. The applicant is requesting a Minor Exception for the 23-parking space deficiency (6.1 percent). The parking analysis table below provides a breakdown of the required and provided parking spaces:
PARKING ANALYSIS
Number
of Units
Square
Footage
Parking Ratio Required
Parking
Multi-family unit
(studio) 30 N/A 1.3 per unit(1 in garage or carport) 39 Multi-family unit
(one bedroom) 87 N/A 1.5 per unit(1 in garage or carport) 130 Multi-family unit
(two bedrooms) 59 N/A 2 per unit(1 in garage or carport) 118 Guest parking 176 N/A 1 per 5 units 36
Commercial/Live-Work N/A 9,270 1 per 250 SF for
commercial units 38
Total Garage Parking Required (Covered) 176
Total Garage Parking Provided (Covered) 339
Total Parking Spaces Required 362
Total Parking Spaces Provided 339
Parking Deficiency 23*
*Minor Exception Submitted for Parking Reduction
Staff Recommendation: The project meets the City’s vision for a mixed-use development within the underlying zone in terms of walkability, pedestrian connections, the public realm, and providing a mix of uses. The project is 6.3 percent (23 spaces) deficient in complying with the required parking for all proposed uses. The applicant has provided a parking study/parking management plan which concludes that there will be adequate parking based on a shared parking analysis between the residential and commercial components of the project.
Staff requests that the Design Review Committee consider the design (building architecture, site
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planning, etc.) of the proposed project and recommend the selected action below:
☒Recommend Approval of the design of the project as proposed by the applicant. ☐Recommend Approval with Modifications to the design of the project by incorporating revisions requested by the Committee. Follow-up review by the Committee is not required. The revisions shall be verified by staff prior to review and action by the Planning Director / Planning Commission.
☐Recommend Conditional Approval of the design of the project by incorporating revisions requested by the Committee. Follow-up review by the Committee is not required. The revisions shall be Conditions of Approval and verified by staff during plan check after review and action by the Planning Director / Planning Commission.
☐Recommend Denial of the design of the project as proposed by the applicant.
Design Review Committee Action:
Staff Planner: Tabe van der Zwaag, Associate Planner
Members Present:
Staff Coordinator: Sean McPherson, Principal Planner
Exhibit A – Project Plans
Design Review Committee
Meeting Agenda
April 16, 2024
FINAL MINUTES
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
New Time: 6:00 p.m.
A. Call to Order
The meeting of the Design Review Committee held on April 16, 2024. The meeting was called to order by Sean McPherson, Staff Coordinator, at 6:00 p.m.
Design Review Committee members present: Vice Chairman Al Boling and Commissioner James Daniels.
Staff Present: Tabe van der Zwaag, Assistant Planner; Adam Pisarkiewicz, Senior Planner.
B. Public Communications
Staff Coordinator opened the public communication and after noting there were no public comments, closed public communications.
C. Consent Calendar
C1. Consideration to adopt Regular Meeting Minutes of March 19, 2024.
Motion carried 2-0 vote to adopt the minutes as presented.
D. Project Review Items
D1. DESIGN REVIEW – WESTERN SPIRE – A request for a site plan and design review of a mixed-use development consisting of 176 residential units (including 2 live-work units), 7,870 square feet of commercial lease area, and 1,400 square feet of live-work commercial lease area on 1.8 acres of land at the northeast corner of Red Oak and Spruce Avenues in the Center 2 (CE2) Zone. APN: 208-353-18 (DRC2023-00154).
Staff presented the item to the Design Review Committee. Following the staff’s presentation, members of the applicant team (Western Spire), including their architect provided additional background and detail on the project. Following the presentation discussion ensued over various aspects of the project.
The Committee was complimentary of the project design and amenities and was accepting of the proposed reduction in the square footage of the non-residential floor area. They stated there were adequate commercial and office uses adjacent to the building and that creating housing was a priority.
The Committee raised mild concerns about the requested reduction in on-site parking. The applicant stated that they have a parking management plan to ensure adequate on-site parking. The Committee asked questions about the location of parking spaces for guests, customers, and delivery trucks and whether the roundabout would require modification of the existing drive approaches for the surrounding land uses. The applicant outlined the parking and staff stated that the drive approaches are not expected to be impacted by the roundabout. The Committee recommended that the project be forwarded to the Planning Commission for their review.
The Committee took the following action:
Recommend approval to PC. 2-0 Vote.
D2. DESIGN REVIEW – FORE PROPERTY (FOOTHILL AND GROVE MIXED USE) – A request to construct a mixed-use development comprising 308 residential units and 14,704 square feet of commercial lease area on 9.15 acres of land at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Grove Avenue in the Center 1 (CE1) Zone. APN: 0207-011-35, 36, 41, 43, 44, and 45 (DRC2022-00379).
Staff presented the item to the Design Review Committee. Following the staff’s presentation, the Committee made the following comments:
• Commissioners concerned with the on-street parking along Foothill Blvd and Grove Ave. o Concern that parallel parking along Foothill Blvd could be dangerous given the speed of vehicles.
o Concern about the efficacy of back-in, angled parking along Grove and that it will force drivers to travel north into the residential neighborhoods of Upland in order to circle back to Foothill Blvd.
• Commissioners would like the applicant to consider a masonry block wall along the northern property line instead of the tubular steel fence that is being proposed. • Commissioners concerned that the retail entrances only face Foothill Blvd, rather than also having rear entrances which would make it more convenient for residents of the development to access. Applicant explained that there are no rear entrances because the area behind the retail building is a private area for residents only and the area in front of the retail building is for the general public.
• Commissioners requested that the applicant accurately depict the proposed back-in, angled parking on all renderings that include Grove Avenue.
• Commissioners are in favor of the architectural style and associated materials/colors.
The Committee took the following action:
Recommend approval to PC. 2-0 Vote.
E. Adjournment
Meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Elizabeth Thornhill, Executive Assistant
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Supplemental Information per CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 (Exceptions to Categorical Exemptions) and Section 15332 (In-Fill Development Projects) Development and operation of the proposed mixed-use project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Class 32, Section 15332 (In-Fill Development Projects), provided that the exceptions under Section 15300.2 do not apply. Pursuant to Section 15300.2, a categorical exemption is not allowed if the project would have one of the following impacts:
a) Cumulative impact.
b) Significant effect.
c) Impact to scenic highways.
d) Hazardous impact due to project being located on any hazardous materials list compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code.
e) Impact on historical resources.
Development and operation of the proposed project is also categorically exempt from CEQA provided that the project meets the conditions outlined in Section 15332, as follows:
a) The project is consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations. b) The proposed development occurs within city limits on a project site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses.
c) The project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species. d) Approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality.
e) The site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services.
The following supplemental information includes a review of the project and evaluates if any of the five exceptions outlined in Section 15300.2 would apply to the project and if the project meets any of the conditions outlined in Section 15332.
PROJECT LOCATION
The approximately 1.8-acre (7,8709 square feet) project site is in the northern portion of the City of Rancho Cucamonga (City), in San Bernadino County (see Figure 1, Regional Location). The project site comprises one parcel (Assessor’s Parcel Number 0208-351-18) at the northwestern corner of the Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street intersection.
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The project site is generally bounded by Foothill Boulevard to the north, Laurel Street to the west, Red Oak Street to the south, and Spruce Avenue to the east (see Figures 2, Local Vicinity, and 3, Aerial Photograph).
Regional access to the project site is via Interstate 15 (I-15) and Interstate 10 (I-10) approximately 1.7 miles southeast and 2.6 miles south of the site, respectively. Local access is provided via Foothill Boulevard just north of the project site.
The offsite roadway improvement area (offsite improvement area) that is a part of the proposed project consists of approximately 0.87 acre (38,000 square feet) of right-of-way along Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street (see Figure 3), which abut the eastern and southern project site boundaries, respectively.
EXISTING LAND USE AND CONTIONS
As shown in Figure 3, the project site is a roughly square-shaped, relatively level vacant parcel that consists of undisturbed soil (no evidence of any grading having occurred) and ruderal vegetation consisting of nonnative plant species. There is a mature pine tree with a large canopy along the eastern end of the project site, abutting the Spruce Avenue roadway frontage.
Per the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, the project site has a land use designation of City Center (C) and is zoned Center 2 Zone (CE2) per the City’s zoning map (Rancho Cucamonga 2024a, 2024b).
SURROUNDING LAND USES
As shown on Figure 2, the project site is surrounded by various land uses, which include commercial and office uses to the west, a commercial retail center to the north, a hotel (Best Western) to the east, across Spruce Avenue, a church (Abundant Living Family Church) to the south, across Red Oak Street, and a medical facility (Kindred Hospital) to the southeast, beyond the Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue intersection. Surrounding land use designations include City Center (C) to the north and east, office employment district (D) to the south, and City Corridor High (MU) to the east (Rancho Cucamonga 2024). Surrounding Zoning designations include Center 2 Zone (CE2) to the north and east, Mixed Employment 1 Zone (ME1) to the south, and Corridor 2 Zone (CO2) (Rancho Cucamonga 2024a)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Proposed Land Use
The proposed project consists of the development of a seven-story mixed-use building with up to 176 residential units wrapped around a seven-level parking structure. The proposed unit mix would consist of 30 studio units, 87 one-bedroom units (of which 2 units are proposed as one-bedroom live/work units), and 59 two-bedroom units. The building would also include 9,270 square-feet of retail/commercial space consisting of 5,910 square feet of ground floor retail, 1,400 square feet of live/work retail/commercial space (700 square feet for each unit), and 1,960 square feet of ground floor co-work/commercial space.
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As shown on Figure 4, Conceptual Site Plan, which depicts the ground level of the proposed building, the residential units proposed along the southern, western, and northern ends of the building would be accessed via internal walkways and public sidewalks proposed along Red Oak Street. The two live/work units would be placed in the northeastern end of the building abutting the proposed retail space; the live-work units would front onto the alley way that forms the northern site boundary fronting and the parking area of the existing commercial retail center to the north. The proposed retail and co-work/commercial space would front onto and take direct access from Spruce Avenue, allowing visibility of these uses from Spruce Avenue. Placement of retail and co-work/commercial uses along Spruce Avenue would help activate the corridor and promote walkability. The ground level would also feature the leasing office, lobby/mail room, dog washroom, and longterm bicycle storage room.
The upper levels of the building, floors two to seven, would house the majority of the residential units. Access to the units on the upper levels would be provided via internal pedestrian corridors on each level of the building, and via elevators and stairwells within the parking structure. The rooftop level would contain the fitness center, lounge, pool, and spa.
Architectural Design and Character
The proposed architectural style of the mixed-use building would be Contemporary, and design elements (e.g., roof style, window fenestration and details, wall material) would be consistent with this architectural style. For example, the design elements would include smooth and raked stucco walls; glass railings for balconies and roof terraces; fabricated metal railings; vinyl windows and doors; arcadia storefront systems; brick veneer; stucco overhangs; fiber cement panels; and high-pressure wood laminate panels. Building pop-outs and offsets, variations in building heights, colors and materials, and balconies and terraces would be added to offset the building’s massing, provide human scale, and provide relief to and variation in the building form and style as seen from all sides of the building (see conceptual building renderings on Figures 5a and 5b and conceptual building elevations on Figure 6a and 6b).
Facilities, Amenities, and Services
Onsite facilities and amenities for project residents include a leasing office, a lobby/mailroom, flex area, a ground-level courtyard, a paseo dog wash, three roof terraces, and a roof top fitness center, lounge, and pool area. As shown on Figure 4, Conceptual Site Plan, the main ground-level courtyard area would be placed on the western end of the building. The courtyard area would include a dog park enclosure, activity lawn, fire pit lounge area, tuck-under outdoor kitchen and bar counter, picnic plaza with fire pit and lounge area, enhanced pavement, and landscaping. A small plaza would be provided for the retail spaces along the eastern end of the building, which would provide patio dining opportunity for the future tenant mix. A pedestrian arrival plaza would be provided at the southeastern end of the building, would feature enhanced paving, a sculpture, and landscaping. The pedestrian arrival plaza would serve as the main entry way to the leasing office.
Access, Circulation, and Parking
Vehicular Access and Circulation Onsite
Vehicular access would be provided via a full access driveway (all turning movements permitted) on Red Oak Street, approximately 175 feet west of the Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street intersection. The driveway would
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lead into the seven-level parking structure. No vehicular access is proposed from Spruce Avenue or the alley way that borders the site on the north.
The proposed project also includes offsite roadway improvements along Spruce Avenue, Red Oak Street, and the alley way abutting the northern site boundary, which are described below.
Vehicular Access and Circulation Offsite
The proposed public improvements along Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street total approximately 0.87 acre (38,000 square feet); the offsite improvement area is shown in purple outline on Figure 3, Aerial Photograph. The improvements include construction of concrete curb, gutter, sidewalk, and crosswalks; extending the existing median; addition of traffic islands; and asphalt concrete pavement to reconfigure the “T” intersection of Red Oak Avenue and Spruce Avenue into a single lane wide roundabout to promote better vehicular and pedestrian circulation. Parkway and median landscaping would be installed to visually enhance the roadway edges and intersection. The two-lane vehicular traffic coming from all directions would be restricted down to a single lane to allow for a smooth transition in and out of the unsignalized roundabout (see Figure 4, Conceptual Site Plan).
Pedestrian and Bicycle Access, Circulation, and Facilities As shown on Figure 3, Aerial Photograph, there are currently no sidewalks along the portions of Spruce Avenue or Red Oak Street that abut the project site. Under the proposed project, new sidewalks would be provided along Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street, thereby completing the sidewalk system along these street frontages.
The new sidewalks would allow pedestrian access to the various entry points, amenities and uses of the proposed project and would connect to the existing sidewalks along Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street.
As shown on Figure 4, bicycle racks would be provided near the entry of the leasing office in the main pedestrian entry plaza. Also, a long-term bicycle storage room is proposed on the ground floor near the southern end of the building. Although no dedicated on- or off-street bikeways exist or are proposed along the roads that abut the Project Site (Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street), there are existing and proposed sidewalks along these roads that bicyclists could use. The sidewalk system along Spruce Avenue would allow bicyclists to connect to the dedicated on-street bicycle lanes along Foothill Boulevard, which is just north of the project site.
Parking
The proposed project would include 339 parking spaces within the project’s seven-level parking structure. Of the proposed 339 spaces, up to 288 spaces are identified for resident parking, while the remaining 51 spaces, at a minimum, are proposed to be allocated for resident guest and retail/commercial parking needs.
Landscaping and Lighting
As shown on Figure 4, Conceptual Site Plan, the proposed project’s landscape plan features a variety of new trees, shrubs, and groundcover along the southern, eastern, and western site boundaries, within the main courtyard and various plazas, and along the Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street frontages. New landscaping is also proposed for the offsite improvement area, which would consist of ground cover, shrubs, and trees. All setbacks and other common areas not occupied by buildings or hardscape improvements (e.g., drive aisles, pedestrian walkways) would be landscaped. As shown on Figure 4, decorative pavers would be provided in the courtyards, plazas, walkways, and corridors.
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Lighting for the apartment complex would consist of building-mounted light fixtures; lighting for pedestrian walkways; ground-mounted decorative lighting for landscape, architectural features, and signage; interior lighting for the apartment complex and parking garage; lighting for the courtyards, including for the swimming pool area; and security lighting. See the conceptual building renderings on Figures 5a and 5b for an illustration of the potential nighttime lighting scheme for the apartment complex.
Infrastructure Improvements and Utility and Service Systems Following is a discussion of the infrastructure improvements and utility and service systems needed to accommodate the proposed project. All proposed infrastructure and improvements would require City approval and where necessary, approval of the utility/service provider.
Water System
The Cucamonga Valley Water District (CVWD) would provide potable water service to the project site. As a part of the proposed project, new onsite potable water lines would connect to existing offsite water mains in Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street. Proposed potable water infrastructure improvements would include trenching and installing new lines, and connection to the offsite water main. No offsite water line or main construction or upsizing would be required to accommodate the proposed project as the existing water system is adequate to serve the project. However, some construction would occur within the public right-of-way of Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street in order to make the necessary infrastructure connections to the existing water main. The proposed water system improvements would be designed and constructed in accordance with City and CVWD requirements and would require City and CVWD approval.
Wastewater System
CVWD would provide wastewater collection and conveyance service to the project site. As a part of the proposed project, new onsite sewer lines would connect to existing offsite sewer mains in Red Oak Street and Spruce Avenue. No offsite sewer line construction or upsizing would be required to accommodate the proposed project as the existing wastewater system is adequate to serve the project. However, some construction would occur within the public right-of-way of Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street in order to make the necessary infrastructure connections to the existing sewer main. The proposed wastewater system improvements would be designed and constructed in accordance with City and CVWD requirements and would require City and CVWD approval.
Drainage System
Under proposed conditions, site runoff would be conveyed similar to existing conditions, continuing to flow southwesterly via new onsite drainage collection, conveyance, and treatment systems. Project development would increase the amount of impervious surfaces on the site, which would increase the volume of site discharge by 2.182 cubic feet per second under a 100-year storm event. However, as described in the Preliminary Hydrology Report prepared for the project (VEI 2023), the increased flow from the project would be captured through drainage inlets at the west and south portions of the project site and routed through an onsite storm drain system that discharges to below ground infiltration chambers with drywells. The chambers would be sized to capture and retain 90 percent of the predeveloped runoff volume. The proposed drainage system improvements will be designed and constructed in accordance with City requirements.
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Solid Waste System
Solid waste generated by the proposed project would be collected and hauled away by Burrtec Waste Industries and transported to/disposed of at one of the landfills serving the City. Solid waste generated by the residential, retail, and commercial uses would be processed in the trash compactor rooms on the ground level of the parking structure. A trash room with trash chutes would be provided on each level for resident use. Once deposited into the trash chute, garbage would flow down via gravity to solid waste bins in the trash compactor rooms.
Utilities and Service Systems
Plans for utilities that would serve the proposed project would include provision of electricity (City of Rancho Cucamonga), natural gas (Southern California Gas Company), and telecommunications (various, including Frontier Communications, Comcast, and Charter Spectrum). All new utility infrastructure would be installed underground or placed in enclosed spaces (e.g., utility closets).
DISCRETIONARY ACTIONS AND APPROVALS
Under CEQA Guidelines Section 15357, a discretionary action means a project that calls for an exercise of judgment or deliberation when the public agency—for this project, the public agency is the City of Rancho Cucamonga—decides to approve or disapprove a particular activity, as distinguished from situations where the public agency or body merely has to determine whether there has been conformity with applicable statutes, ordinances, regulations, or other fixed standards. The City of Rancho Cucamonga is the lead agency under CEQA and has the principal approval authority over the proposed project. Following is a list of the discretionary actions and approvals required for project implementation. Adoption of a Class 32 CEQA Exemption
Approval of DRC2023-00154: Design Review
Approval of DRC2023-00346: Master Plan (to permit project with reduced non-residential component)
NONDISCRETIONARY/MINISTERIAL ACTIONS AND APPROVALS
Under CEQA Guidelines Section 15369, non-discretionary or ministerial actions or approvals are those that involve little or no discretion (e.g., connections to utility infrastructure), merely apply a checklist or clear requirements to the facts as presented and are often issued over the counter by a county or city staff. These actions or approval are ones that require only conformance with a fixed standard or objective measurement and require little or no personal judgment by a government agency as to the wisdom or manner of carrying out the action. Generally, non-discretionary or ministerial permits require a public official to determine only that the project conforms with applicable zoning and building code requirements and that applicable fees have been paid. Following is a list of the nondiscretionary/ministerial actions and approvals required for project implementation.
Approval and issuance of grading and building permits. Approvals for water, sewer, and storm drain infrastructure improvements in the public right-of-way (if necessary).
Approvals and issuance of permits for offsite roadway improvements
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EXCEPTIONS UNDER SECTION 15300.2
Exception A: Cumulative Impact
The proposed project includes construction of a seven-story mixed use development, with 176 residential units with ground-floor commercial. The proposed project would not combine with other activities or development projects in the area that would result in cumulative impacts. The issues relevant to the proposed project are temporary (e.g., construction noise and traffic), localized, and confined to the vicinity of the project site.
Additionally, impacts related to topical areas that consider impacts on a more cumulative level (e.g., regional), such as air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and traffic, would not be cumulatively considerable with project development in conjunction with other cumulative projects in the city, as substantiated below under Condition D, Result in Significant Effects, of Section 15332.
Furthermore, the project site is in an urbanized area of the city where supporting utility infrastructure (e.g., water, wastewater, electricity, natural gas) and public services (e.g., solid waste collection, police and fire protection, schools) currently exist and are adequate to serve the proposed project. Implementation of the proposed project would connect to the existing utility infrastructure in the surrounding area (i.e., connection to water and sewer lines in abutting roadways) and not require the construction of new or expansion of existing utility infrastructure and public services.
Therefore, due to the project site’s relatively small scale and the nature of the proposed project, no significant cumulatively considerable impacts are anticipated, and Exception A would not apply.
Exception B: Significant Effect
As stated in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2(c), a categorical exemption shall not be used for an activity where there is a reasonable possibility that the activity will have a significant effect on the environment due to unusual circumstances. As demonstrated below under Exceptions C, D, and E of Section 15300.2 and Conditions A through E of Section 15332, construction and operation of the proposed project would not have a significant impact on the environment. Therefore, Exception B would not apply to the project.
Exception C: Scenic Highways
As shown on Figure 2, Aerial Photograph, the project site is in an urbanized area of the city. According to the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, there are no designated scenic view corridors abutting or within proximity of the project site (Rancho Cucamonga 2021).
Additionally, the nearest officially state designated scenic highway, according to the California Department of Transportation’s (Caltrans) Scenic Highway System Map, is Route 210/Route 138, approximately 19 miles northwest of the project site (Caltrans 2024). Due to the distance and existing intervening development, the proposed project would not obstruct any view of and/or from this officially designated state scenic highway.
Based on the preceding, project implementation would not result in damage to scenic highways, and Exception C would not apply
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Exception D: Hazardous Waste Sites
The project site is not included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5, which specifies lists of the following types of hazardous materials sites: hazardous waste facilities; hazardous waste discharges for which the State Water Quality Control Board has issued certain types of orders; public drinking water wells containing detectable levels of organic contaminants; underground storage tanks with reported unauthorized releases; and solid waste disposal facilities from which hazardous waste has migrated. The following databases were reviewed for hazardous material site listings on or within
0.25 mile of the project site:
GeoTracker, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB 2024) EnviroStor, Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC 2024) EnviroMapper, US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA 2024a) EJScreen, US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA 2024b) Based on the database review, the project site has not been identified as a hazardous materials site pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5, and therefore the proposed project would not create a hazard to the public.
According to the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) EnviroMapper database, there are 10 hazardous waste sites within 0.25 mile of the project site, as shown in Table 1. Four of the sites were determined to have various hazardous waste that were disposed of according to state and federal laws and regulations and are considered inactive hazardous waste sites. The remining active hazardous waste sites (Harber Freight, Pet Smart, 99 cents only store, Michaels, Fire Below) all contain an active permanent permit to sell typical hazardous consumer products and dispose of them in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. The potential for the contaminants of concern to impact the proposed project is unlikely, as is the potential for the project to cause the contaminants of concern to be disturbed or released.
Table 1 Hazardous Waste Sites Within 0.25 mile of the Project Site Site Address and Case No. Database Identifier Cleanup Status Proximity to Site 10837 Laurel, Rancho
Cucamonga, CA 91730
(CAD983625823)
EnviroMapper Hazardous waste liquid,
NOS, silver
Inactive (expired:
6/30/2000)
400 feet west
8179 Spruce Avenue,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
91730
(CAC002990424)
EnviroMapper N/A Inactive (expired:
2/25/2019)
440 feet east
10841 White Oak Avenue,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
91730
(CAL000324033)
EnviroMapper Gasoline mixture Inactive (expired:
6/30/2021)
630 feet southeast
10801 Foothill Boulevard
Units 101 and 102, Rancho
Cucamonga, CA 91730
(CAL000331243)
EnviroMapper N/A Inactive (expired:
6/30/2021)
665 feet west
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Additionally, the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) prepared for the project site determined that there is one known CORRACTS facility (facilities that are subject to corrective action) within one mile of the project site at 10667 Jersey Boulevard associated with Robert Manufacturing Company (Orswell & Kasman, Inc. 2022). The facility has been given a low corrective action, and due to its distance any potential contamination or hazards are unlikely. The Phase I ESA also identified two CalEPA sites within a mile, but similarly, due to the distance, any potential contamination or hazards are unlikely. No other hazardous materials sites are listed on or within 0.25 mile of the project site on any of the databases searched.
Furthermore, the Phase I ESA determined that no hazardous substances (above ground or underground), hazardous standing water and pools, superfund sites or other hazardous activities or materials have been identified on or surrounding the project site.
Therefore, no impact on the public or environment would occur as a result of the project, and Exception D would not apply.
Table 1 Hazardous Waste Sites Within 0.25 mile of the Project Site Site Address and Case No. Database Identifier Cleanup Status Proximity to Site 10828 E Foothill Boulevard
Suite #120, Rancho
Cucamonga, CA 91730
(CAL000426893)
EnviroMapper Non-RCRA hazardous
waste liquid - cosmetics
Active -
Permanent
930 feet northwest
10848 Foothill Boulevard,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
91730
(CAL000386303)
EnviroMapper Sodium hydroxide, sodium
hypochlorite, charcoal
Active -
Permanent
960 feet northwest
10788 Foothill Boulevard
Suite #103, Rancho
Cucamonga, CA 91730
(CAL000371263)
EnviroMapper Waste aerosols, sodium
hydroxide, potassium
hydroxide, acetone, and
petroleum distillates
Active -
Permanent
1,200 feet
northwest
8316 Red Oak Street,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
91730
(CAC002999615)
EnviroMapper N/A Inactive (expired:
5/7/2019)
1,242 feet
southwest
10940 Foothill Boulevard,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
91730
(CAL000401545)
EnviroMapper Waste aerosols, fluorescent
bulbs, waste pesticides
Active -
Permanent
1,275 feet
northeast
10950 Foothill Boulevard,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
91730
(CAR000350405)
EnviroMapper Flammable liquid, waste
aerosols, batteries, and
consumer product liquid
waste
Active -
Permanent
1,300 feet
northeast
Source: USEPA 2024a.
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Exception E: Historical Resources
CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 defines historic resources as resources listed or determined to be eligible for listing by the State Historical Resources Commission, a local register of historical resources, or the lead agency. Generally, a resource is considered to be “historically significant” if it meets one of the following criteria:
i. Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of California’s history and cultural heritage;
ii. Is associated with the lives of persons important in our past; iii. Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the work of an important creative individual, or possesses high artistic values; or
iv. Has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history.
As shown on Figure 2, Aerial Photograph, the project site is vacant land and void of any buildings or structures.
The project site is and has always consisted of vacant land.
Per the Cultural Resources Existing Conditions Report prepared for the 2022 Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Update, no historic resources or landmarks are listed on or abutting the project site. The nearest historic landmark to the project site is the Cucamonga Service Station, approximately 1.5 miles west of the site at 9670 Foothill Boulevard (NPS 2024, Rancho Cucamonga 2020). Additionally, according to a review of the national and state historical resources databases (National Register of Historic Places, California Historical Landmarks, California Points of Historical Interest, and California Register of Historic Resources), the project site is not identified as a significant historical resource (NPS 2024, OHP 2024).
Therefore, implementation of the proposed project would not cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource, and Exception E would not apply.
CONDITIONS UNDER SECTION 15332
Condition A: General Plan and Zoning Consistency
The City enforces numerous goals, policies, and regulations related to the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect. The planning and regulatory plans that govern development and use of the project site are the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan and Development Code (Title 17 of the City’s Municipal Code). The development and design standards and regulations in the Development Code constitute the zoning regulations that govern development of the project site.
Following is an analysis of the proposed project’s consistency with these adopted land use regulations. As demonstrated below, the project meets Condition A.
General Plan Consistency
The project site has a General Plan land use designation of City Center. As stated in Chapter 1, Land Use and Community Character, of the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, the City Center use designation is established to accommodate retail, commercial, and housing in various forms (Rancho Cucamonga 2021).
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Implementation of the proposed project, which consists of an infill mixed-use project, would not conflict with the general plan or the land use designation of the project site. The residential, live-work, and retail uses proposed under the project, including the density, are permitted under the City Center land use designation.
The City Center land use designation also encourages infill and redevelopment with a mix of uses. Project development does not include or require any amendments to the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. The proposed project would not represent a change in land use or pattern that is inconsistent with the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. The residential and commercial uses proposed would complement and be compatible with the character of the surrounding area, which consists of a mix of retail, office, and commercial uses. Project development would also help implement and further a number of goals and policies the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, including Goal LC-1, LC-2, LC-4, and LC-6. For policies, the proposed project would help implement various policies, including but not limited to the ability to provide complete places (LC1.1), ensuring the quality of public space (LC-1.3), and the provision of compatible development (LC-1.11).
Additionally, the San Bernardino Transportation Analysis Model (SBTAM) travel demand model land use inputs for the project area transportation analysis zone (TAZ) used for the recent general plan update EIR were reviewed. At general plan buildout, the project area TAZ includes 2,064 multi-family dwelling units. Currently, there are zero multi-family residential units in the TAZ; as such, the project is in alignment with forecast residential unit growth in the city. Retail and professional employment are also accounted for in the project area TAZ and are expected to grow by buildout year. Therefore, this project is consistent with the assumptions used for the general plan.
In determining the appropriateness of the proposed project, the Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission would review the project’s consistency and conformance with the objectives, goals, and standards of the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan.
Therefore, project implementation would not conflict with the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan.
Zoning Consistency
The project site is zoned Center 2 Zone (CE2). The CE2 zone was established to provide medium- to highintensity mixed-use development along walkable corridors. It applies to mixed-use urban areas with pedestrianfriendly commercial and residential hubs and infill development along vibrant public spaces that promote walkability. As stated in Table 17.128.020-1, Summary Table of Form-Based Zones, of the Rancho Cucamonga Development Code uses permitted in the CE2 zone include ground-floor commercial and retail activity with mixed commercial or residential uses on upper floors, high density residential, and civic uses with no maximum heights.
The uses proposed under the mixed-use project (residential over ground-level commercial uses and live-work units) are permitted uses under the CE2 zoning designation. The project site is in an area surrounded by a mix of commercial, retail, and office uses that are readily accessible to future project residents and commercial tenants via a well-established sidewalk system. The proposed project would help implement the City’s vision for development projects in the CE2 zone by introducing a high-density (99 du/ac) mixed-use development along walkable corridors along Spruce Avenue, Red Oak Street, and Foothill Boulevard. The ground-level retail and commercial uses proposed along Spruce Avenue would help activate the corridor and promote walkability.
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Additionally, project implementation would not require the approval of an amendment to the zoning standards or a zone change; nor would it require a variance or any adjustments from the City’s zoning standards, which help ensure that development projects in Rancho Cucamonga are designed and implemented in a manner that is not detrimental to the project site or its surroundings. The proposed project has been designed and would be developed in accordance with all applicable Rancho Cucamonga zoning standards, including those related to building height and setbacks, placemaking, building and site plan design, landscaping, and parking.
Compliance with the applicable zoning standards would be ensured through the City’s development review process, which includes Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission review of the project.
Further, in determining the appropriateness of the proposed project, the Rancho Cucamonga Planning Commission would review the project’s conformance with the objectives and requirements of the City’s zoning standards as provided in the Development Code (e.g., parking, setbacks, building height, density).
Therefore, project implementation would not conflict with the Rancho Cucamonga Development Code.
Condition B: Project Location and Size
Project development would occur within the city limits on a project site of no more than five acres (site comprises 1.8 acres) surrounded by a mix of office, retail, and commercial land uses (see Figure3, Aerial Photograph). As shown on Figure 3, the site is in a highly urbanized area of the city and is considered an infill development site. Therefore, the proposed project meets Condition B.
Condition C: Biological Value
The analysis in this section is based in part on the Biological Resources Assessment conducted by ECORP Consulting Inc (Appendix A) for the 1.8-acre project site and 0.87-acre offsite improvement area shown on Figure 3, Aerial Photograph. The purpose of the assessment was to evaluate the potential impacts to biological resources as a result of project development. Following is a summary of the findings and conclusions of the assessment.
As shown on Figure 3, the project site is vacant and undeveloped, with displaced sandy soil and ruderal vegetation. The project site is disturbed, with trash present, tire tracks crossing the northwest corner of the site, and nonnative plant species dominating the landscape. The offsite improvement area is developed and disturbed with roadway improvements. The project site and roadway improvement area are bounded by urban uses.
The project site contains one vegetation community, cheatgrass grassland, and the surrounding area has one land cover type, developed. Cheatgrass grassland is a non-native species that occurs in disturbed areas, including abandoned fields, eroded areas, overgrazed rangeland, road verges, waste places, foothills, and lower montane slopes. Developed is not a vegetation community, but constructed or physically altered land, to an extent that natural vegetation communities are no longer supported. The developed areas, which consist of the offsite improvement area and a 300-foot buffer around the project site, contain small strips of landscaped vegetation, with ornamental trees, yet primarily consist of paved roadways, parking lots, and commercial development.
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Wildlife Movement Corridors
The project site and offsite improvement area are in an urbanized area of the city, with the closest native habitat block approximately five miles north at the San Gabriel Mountains. The project site and offsite improvement area provide minimal wildlife movement opportunities and do not contain any major drainages or washes that would be considered movement corridors for wildlife, nor are any such features abutting or within proximity of the project site. Therefore, the project site or offsite improvement area are not considered a linkage or corridor between natural habitats areas.
Special-Status Wildlife
Three wildlife species have the potential to occur within the project site and possibly in the offsite improvement area based on the presence of suitable habitat and documented observations in the vicinity: burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia), Crotch bumble bee (CBB, Bombus crotchii), and Delhi sands flower-loving fly (Rhaphiomidas terminatus abdominalis). Burrowing owl was determined to have a moderate potential to occur due to the presence of marginal suitable habitat observed in the project site. The CBB was determined to have a moderate potential to occur due to the presence of marginal suitable habitat and California Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB) occurrences within the vicinity of the project site. Delhi sands flower-loving fly was determined to have a low potential to occur due to the presence of limited suitable habitat and historical CNDDB occurrences in and around the project site. None of these species were observed during the biological survey conducted by ECORP. However, as a part of the project approval and to confirm the presence or absence of these species, the following biological surveys would be included as conditions of approval. Compliance with the conditions of approval will be ensured through the City’s development review and building permit process.
Focused Breeding Season Surveys for Burrowing Owl. Due to the presence of suitable habitat on the project site, focused burrowing owl surveys shall be conducted following the methods described in the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) Staff Report on Burrowing Owl Mitigation (California Department of Fish and Game 2012). The protocol requires that a focused burrow survey and four focused surveys be conducted during the breeding season (February 1 through August 31). The surveys should be conducted in the morning one hour before sunrise to two hours after sunrise or in the early evening two hours before sunset to one hour after sunset during favorable weather conditions (e.g., wind less than 20 miles per hour (mph), temperature less than 90°F). If burrowing owls or suitable burrowing owl burrows with sign (e.g., whitewash, pellets, feathers, prey remains) are identified on the project site during the survey and impacts are unavoidable, the project applicant shall develop a Burrowing Owl Management Plan that outlines additional protection measures developed in accordance with CDFW’s Staff Report on Burrowing Owl Mitigation.
Coordination with CDFW may also need to occur. Protection measures included in the Burrowing Owl Management Plan may include establishment of no-disturbance buffers, additional biological monitoring during construction activities, seasonal work restrictions, or passive relocation conducted outside of the owl breeding season.
Delhi Sands Flower-Loving Fly Habitat Suitability Assessment. Due to the presence of limited suitable habitat (Delhi sands) and prior to construction occurring on the project site, a habitat assessment shall be performed for the project site and adjacent areas by a US Fish and Wildlife Services-permitted biologist with a 10(a)(1)(A) permit to conduct surveys for Delhi sands flower-loving fly and with extensive knowledge of the species. The purpose of the habitat assessment will be to determine the presence of suitable habitat for the
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species within the project site and adjacent areas as well as ascertain the potential for the species to occur on or adjacent to the project site. The habitat assessment will include a site walkover, a check of adjacent empty lots for comparison of habitat quality to the project site, photographs to document the site conditions, and characterizing the type and quality of the habitats within the project site with respect to Delhi sands flowerloving fly. At the conclusion of the habitat assessment, a brief report of findings as well as recommendations on whether focused surveys should be conducted or not shall be provided. The report will also include any project-specific minimization and avoidance measure recommendations, if deemed necessary.
Crotch Bumble Bee (CBB) Preconstruction Surveys. If the CBB is no longer a candidate or listed species under the California ESA at the time ground-disturbing activities are planned to begin, then no additional protection measures are recommended for this species. If the CBB is legally protected under the California ESA as a Candidate or Listed species at the time ground-disturbing activities are scheduled to begin, two weekly nest-detection preconstruction CBB surveys during suitable weather conditions and appropriate time of day (1 hour after sunrise to 2 hours before sunset, <8 mph sustained winds, mostly sunny, between 65 and 90 degrees F) by a qualified CBB biologist with the 2nd and final survey within 24 hours of ground disturbance/vegetation clearing of that parcel if that is to occur during the colony active period (April through August). CDFW notification and approval of further avoidance and minimization measures (presence of a biomonitor during initial clearing/grading) will need to be employed if the species is observed foraging but not nesting. A nest avoidance buffer (typically 100-foot circumference and inclusive of connectivity corridors and active foraging habitat) would need to be established if a nest is found. Due to isolation of the project site, it would likely need to have seasonal avoidance of clearing if a nest is found or suspected to be the sole source of foraging habitat for a nearby nest. If clearing/grading is to occur during the queen flight season (February through March, respectively), then three weekly preconstruction CBB surveys during suitable weather conditions would be recommended during the flight season (February through October) and same avoidance measures as above in order to detect newly emerged queens that are searching for a nest location. An Incidental Take Permit would likely be required if a nest is found.
Raptors and Migratory Birds
The ornamental vegetation and anthropogenic structures (e.g., utility poles and commercial buildings) adjacent to the project site may support the nesting activities of raptors and other migratory and resident bird species.
Additionally, habitat for ground-nesting bird species is present on the project site. There is potential for nesting birds to be impacted by project activities if construction, vegetation maintenance, or tree removal activities are conducted during the nesting season (January 15 to August 31 for raptors; February 1 to September 30 for passerines). None of these species were observed during the biological survey conducted by ECORP. However, as a part of the project approval and to confirm the presence or absence of these species, the following biological surveys would be included as conditions of approval. Compliance with the conditions of approval will be ensured through the City’s development review and building permit process.
Preconstruction Nesting Bird Survey. When feasible, it is recommended that any construction, grounddisturbing activities, vegetation management, and tree removal be conducted outside the breeding season for birds (the breeding season is approximately January 15 to August 31 for raptors and February 1 to September 30 for passerines) to avoid violations of the MBTA and California Fish and Game Code §§ 3503, 3503.5, and 3513. If activities with the potential to disrupt nesting birds, including special-status bird species, are scheduled to occur during the bird breeding season, it is recommended that a preconstruction nesting bird survey be
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conducted by a qualified biologist who is experienced in the identification of avian species no more than three days prior to the start of construction activities. The nesting bird survey will include the Proposed Project impact area and adjacent areas where Project activities have the potential to cause indirect impacts to nesting birds. If nesting birds are not observed during the survey, construction activities, vegetation management, or tree removal may begin. If nesting birds, including nesting raptors, are observed during the survey, measures will be implemented to avoid or minimize potential Project-related impacts to active nests. Measures may include but not be limited to biological monitoring during the activities, seasonal work restrictions, or establishment of a no work buffer around active nests until nesting has been completed as determined through periodic nest monitoring conducted by the biologist. The size of the no-work buffer will be determined by the biologist, depending on the species and nest status.
Aquatic Resources
No blue line streams, drainages exist within the project site or within a 300-foot buffer of the site. The nearest aquatic feature is Deer Creek, 0.7 mile west of the project site. Additionally, no potential jurisdictional waters of the U.S. or State were identified during this survey.
Special-Status Plants
One special-status plant species has a moderate potential to occur on the project site: paniculate tarplant. The project site provides moderately suitable habitat for this species in the sandy soils of the cheatgrass grassland present onsite, and one occurrence was documented in 2013 approximately 2.5 miles east of the project site.
One federally listed plant species has low potential to occur on the project site: San Diego ambrosia. No specialstatus plants were observed during the biological survey. However, as a part of the project approval, the following biological survey would be included as a condition of approval.
Preconstruction Surveys for Special-Status Plants. Paniculate tarplant has a moderate potential to occur on the project site, and San Diego ambrosia has a low potential to occur. As such, a focused preconstruction rare plant survey shall be conducted during the appropriate blooming period or the season immediately prior to project implementation to ensure no new individual of rare plants are present on the project site prior to the start of construction. The survey shall be conducted in accordance with the USFWS, CNPS, and CDFW protocols for surveying special-status plant populations during the blooming period for paniculate tarplant (April to November) and San Diego ambrosia (April to October) occurring the season prior to the start of ground-disturbing activities. If paniculate tarplant and/or San Diego ambrosia are not identified within the Project boundaries or in adjacent areas where project activities may result in impacts to these species, then ground-disturbing activities may commence without implementing additional species protection measures. If either species is detected during the preconstruction survey and the location(s) is/are outside the project impact area, then an environmentally sensitive area fence shall be established around the plant at an appropriately sized buffer determined by a botanist, and no project activities may occur inside the buffer for any reason. If either species is detected during the preconstruction survey and project-related impacts are unavoidable, then consultation with the appropriate regulatory agency (USFWS and/or CDFW) may be needed to develop a mitigation plan or additional avoidance and minimization measures.
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Conclusion
Based on the preceding, project implementation will not cause a substantial adverse impact on biological resources. Therefore, the proposed project meets Condition C.
Condition D: Result in Significant Effects
As demonstrated below, the proposed project would not result in any significant effects related to air quality, noise, traffic, or water quality. Therefore, the proposed project meets Condition D.
Air Quality
The project site and offsite improvement area are within the South Coast Air Basin (SoCAB) and the South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) jurisdiction. The following analysis evaluates the impacts of the proposed project based on the significance criteria of the South Coast AQMD. The analysis focuses on air pollution from regional emissions and localized pollutant concentrations. “Emission” refers to the actual quantity of pollutant, measured in pounds per day. “Concentration” refers to the amount of pollutant material per volumetric unit of air. Concentrations are measured in parts per million (ppm) or micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3). Emissions of the proposed project are modeled using the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod), version 2022.1.1.21. Modeling emissions worksheets, assumptions, and output files are provided in Appendix B.
The following provides a summary of the potential short- and long-term air quality impacts associated with the proposed project.
Regional Emissions
Construction
Table 2 shows the project-related criteria air pollutant emissions generated from construction activities (operation of construction equipment, fugitive dust generated from ground disturbance, etc.) and constructionrelated on-road vehicles (haul trucks, worker, and vendor trips, etc.) associated with the proposed project. As shown in the table, construction activities associated with the project would not exceed the South Coast AQMD regional construction significance thresholds. Therefore, construction-related regional impacts to air quality would not be significant.
Table 2 Maximum Daily Construction Emissions
Year
Maximum Daily Emissions (pounds/day)1
VOC NOx CO SO2 PM102 PM2.52
Year 2024 3 33 35 <1 6 2
Year 2025 9 7 26 <1 4 1
Year 2026 6 48 76 <1 9 3
Project Maximum Daily Emissions 9 48 76 <1 9 3
South Coast AQMD Maximum Daily
Thresholds 75 100 550 150 150 55
Exceeds Threshold No No No No No No
Source: CalEEMod Version 2022.1.1.21. Highest winter or summer emissions are reported. 1 Based on construction equipment mix provided and/or verified by the project applicant. Where specific information regarding project-related construction activities or processes was not available, construction assumptions were based on CalEEMod defaults, which are based on construction surveys conducted South Coast AQMD.
2 Includes implementation of fugitive dust control measures required by South Coast AQMD under Rule 403, including watering disturbed areas a minimum of two times per day, reducing speed limit to 15 miles per hour on unpaved surfaces, and street sweeping with Rule 1186–compliant sweepers.
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Operation
Long-term air pollutant emissions generated by the proposed project would be generated by area sources (e.g., landscape fuel use, aerosols, and architectural coatings), mobile sources from vehicle trips, and energy use (i.e., natural gas) associated with the project. Table 3 identifies the long-term criteria air pollutant emissions generated from operation of the proposed project. As shown in the table, operation of the proposed project would not generate criteria air pollutant emissions that exceed the South Coast AQMD’s regional significance thresholds.
Therefore, long-term operation-related impacts to air quality would not be significant.
Table 3 Maximum Daily Operational Phase Emissions
Source
Criteria Air Pollutants (pounds/day)
VOC NOX CO SO2 PM10 PM2.5
Mobile Sources1 5 5 47 <1 11 3
Area 8 <1 18 <1 <1 <1
Energy <1 1 <1 <1 <1 <1
Project Maximum Daily Emissions 13 6 65 <1 11 3
South Coast AQMD Maximum
Daily Thresholds 55 55 550 150 150 55
Exceeds Regional Threshold? No No No No No No
Source: CalEEMod Version 2022.1.1.21. Totals may not equal 100 percent due to rounding. 1 Based on the trip generation data provided by Fehr & Peers (See Appendix C).
Localized Emissions
Construction
The proposed project could expose sensitive receptors to elevated pollutant concentrations if it would cause or contribute significantly to elevated pollutant concentration levels. Unlike regional emissions, localized emissions are typically evaluated in terms of air concentration rather than mass so they can be more readily correlated to potential health effects. Localized significance thresholds (LSTs) are based on the California Ambient Air Quality Standards (AAQS), which are the most stringent AAQS established to provide a margin of safety in the protection of public health and welfare. They are designed to protect sensitive receptors most susceptible to further respiratory distress, such as asthmatics, the elderly, very young children, people already weakened by other disease or illness, and people engaged in strenuous work or exercise. The screening-level construction LSTs are based on the size of the project site, distance to the nearest sensitive receptor, and Source Receptor Area (SRA). The nearest offset residential receptors are the apartments over 900 feet to the north of the project site. The screening-level LSTs (pounds per day) are used to gauge whether a project could potentially exceed the LSTs.
Table 4 shows the maximum daily construction emissions (pounds per day) generated during onsite construction activities compared with the South Coast AQMD’s screening-level construction LSTs. As shown in the table, the maximum daily NOx, CO, PM10 and PM2.5 construction emissions generated from onsite construction-related activities would be less than their respective South Coast AQMD screening-level LSTs.
Therefore, project-related construction activities would not have the potential to expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations, and construction-related localized air quality impacts would not be significant.
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Table 4 Localized Construction Emissions
Source
Pollutants(pounds/day)1
NOX CO PM10 PM2.5
Main - Site Preparation, Rough Grading, & Fine
Grading Overlap 25 26 4 1
Main - Site Preparation, Rough Grading, Fine
Grading, & Utility Trenching Overlap 27 29 4 1
Main - Utility Trenching 2 3 <1 <1
Main - Building Construction 2024 3 5 <1 <1
Main - Building Construction 2025 3 5 <1 <1
Main - Building Construction 2025 & Architectural
Coating Overlap 4 6 <1 <1
Main - Building Construction 2026 3 5 <1 <1
Main - Building Construction 2026, Main - Paving,
Main - Finishing/Landscaping, Offsite Demolition,
Offsite - Grubbing, & Offsite Grading Overlap
43 55 4 2
Main - Building Construction 2026, Main - Paving,
Main - Finishing/Landscaping, & Offsite Drainage
Overlap
12 19 <1 <1
Main - Building Construction 2026, Offsite -
Paving, & Offsite Striping Overlap 10 15 <1 <1
South Coast AQMD 1-acre or less Screening
LST 118 863 5 4
Exceeds LST? No No No No
Source: CalEEMod Version 2022.1.1.21; South Coast AQMD 2008, 2011.
Notes: In accordance with South Coast AQMD methodology, only onsite stationary sources and mobile equipment are included in the analysis. For the purposes of this analysis, screening-level LSTs are based on receptors within 82 feet (25 meters) of the project site in SRA 32 for all pollutants.
Main = primary onsite project; Offsite = offsite improvements 1 Based on construction equipment mix provided and/or verified by the project applicant. Where specific information regarding project-related construction activities or processes was not available, construction assumptions were based on CalEEMod defaults, which are based on construction surveys conducted South Coast AQMD.
Operation
The operation of the proposed project would not generate substantial quantities of emission from onsite, stationary sources. Land uses with stationary sources that have the potential to generate substantial emissions would require a permit from South Coast AQMD. These include industrial land uses, such as chemical processing, and warehousing operations where substantial truck idling could occur onsite. The proposed project does not fall within these categories of uses. The operation of the proposed project would include use of standard onsite mechanical equipment, such as heating/ventilation/air conditioning units, and air pollutant emissions generated from this equipment would be nominal. Therefore, localized air quality impacts for operation-related emissions would not be significant.
Noise
The following provides a summary of the potential short- and long-term noise impacts associated with the proposed project.
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Project Construction Noise
Two types of short-term noise impacts could occur during construction: (1) mobile-source noise from transport of workers, material deliveries, and debris and soil haul and (2) stationary-source noise from use of construction equipment. Existing uses surrounding the project site would be exposed to construction noise.
Construction Equipment
Noise generated during construction is based on the type of equipment used, the location of the equipment relative to sensitive receptors, and the timing and duration of the noise-generating activities. Each activity phase of construction involves the use of different construction equipment, and therefore each activity phase has its own distinct noise characteristics. Noise levels from construction activities are dominated by the loudest piece of construction equipment. The dominant noise source is typically the engine, although work piece noise (such as dropping of materials) can also be noticeable.
The noise generated at each activity phase is determined by combining the Leq contributions from the top three loudest pieces of equipment used at a given time. Construction activities associated with the proposed project would not require blasting or pile driving. Demolition and grading typically generate the highest noise levels because they require the largest equipment. Construction noise quite often exhibits a high degree of variability because factors such as noise attenuation due to distance, the number and type of equipment, and the load and power requirements to accomplish tasks at each construction activity phase result in different noise levels at a given sensitive receptor. Heavy equipment such as a dozer or a loader can have maximum, short-duration noise levels of 85 dBA at 50 feet. Since noise from construction equipment is intermittent and diminishes at a rate of 6 dBA per doubling distance, the average noise levels at noise-sensitive receptors would be lower, because mobile construction equipment would move around the site with different loads and power requirements.
Construction noise from activity that occurs throughout the entire construction site is calculated at spatially averaged distances (i.e., from the acoustical center of the general construction site to the property line of the nearest noise sensitive receptors) because the area around the center of construction activities best represents the potential average construction-related noise levels at the various sensitive receptors. Therefore, the distances of construction activity to sensitive receptors would be consistent between each phase. The City of Rancho Cucamonga does not have an established criterion for daytime construction noise levels. Therefore, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) daytime criterion of 80 dBA Leq for residential uses is used to determine impact significance. The nearest sensitive receptors to the project site include Kindred Hospital to the southeast and Abundant Living Family Church to the south (see Figure 3, Aerial Photograph). Project-related construction noise levels at these receptors were modeled using the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Roadway Construction Noise Model (RCNM), and construction equipment is based on information provided by the project applicant and CalEEMod default equipment mix.
Table 5 summarizes the aggregate noise levels by activity phase at various receptor distances. As shown in the table, construction noise would attenuate to 73dBA Leq or less at the nearest noise-sensitive receptor, which is below the FTA criterion of 80 dBA Leq. Additionally, noise from construction activities would be temporary and cease upon project completion. Therefore, no impact from construction noise would occur.
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Table 5 Project-Related Construction Noise, Energy-Average (Leq) Noise Levels, dBA Construction
Activity Phase
Noise Level at Nearest Receptors
RCNM Reference
Noise Level
Kindred Hospital
to the South
Abundant Living Family Church
to the South
Project-Site Construction Phases
Distance in feet onsite construction 50 520 600
Site Prep 80.8 60.5 59.2
Site Prep Soil Haul 80.8 60.5 59.2
Grading 82.0 61.7 60.4
Utility Trenching 77.4 57.1 55.8
Building Construction 80.0 59.7 58.4
Paving 83.5 63.2 61.9
Finishing/Landscaping 80.1 59.8 58.5
Roadway Improvement Construction Phases
Distance in feet offsite construction 50 200 430
Demolition 84.5 72.5 65.8
Drainage and Utilities 75.1 63.1 56.4
Asphalt Paving 83.1 71.1 64.4
Architectural Coating 73.7 61.7 55.0
Source: FHWA RCNM.
Operational Noise
Mechanical Equipment
The proposed project would include heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) for the mixeduse building. Mechanical equipment is anticipated to be installed on the rooftop of the proposed building. For a conservative analysis, it was assumed that the rooftop HVAC equipment would be installed at the edge of the building closest to receptors and with no acoustical shielding. As mentioned above, the nearest sensitive receptor is the Kindred Hospital southeast of the project site. HVAC units are typically 72 dBA Leq at a distance of 3 feet. The proposed project would be approximately 150 feet from the hospital property line. At 150 feet, noise levels would attenuate to 38 dBA, which is below the daytime and nighttime exterior noise standards of 65 dBA and 60 dBA, respectively. Also, although the noise analysis considered a conservative scenario (no acoustical shielding at the rooftop), the City requires that all rooftop equipment be shielded. With the shielding, the noise that would be generated by the HVAC system would be further reduced. Therefore, HVAC noise would be not perceptible to offsite sensitive receptors.
A trash compactor would be placed within the interior of the proposed structure on the ground floor. All trash compacting noise would be fully shielded and noise would be blocked by the parking structure. Therefore, trash compacting noise would be not perceptible to offsite sensitive receptors.
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Traffic Noise
A project will normally have a significant effect on the environment related to noise if it substantially increases the ambient noise levels for adjoining areas. Most people can detect changes in sound levels of approximately 3 dBA under normal, quiet conditions, and changes of 1 to 3 dBA are perceptible under quiet, controlled conditions. Changes of less than 1 dBA are usually indiscernible. A change of 5 dBA is readily discernible to most people in an exterior environment. Based on this, the following thresholds of significance—similar to those recommended by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)—are used to assess traffic noise impacts at sensitive receptor locations. A significant impact would occur if traffic noise increase would exceed:
1.5 dBA in an ambient noise environment of 65 dBA CNEL and higher. 3 dBA in an ambient noise environment of 60 to 64 CNEL. 5 dBA in an ambient noise environment of less than 60 dBA CNEL.
Project-related traffic noise increases were calculated using study roadway segment volumes provided by Linscott, Law & Greenspan (LLG) for existing and opening year scenarios with and without the project trip contributions. Results of the traffic noise modeling are summarized in Table 6. Traffic modeling based on data provided by LLG indicates that project-related increases would be up to 2.4 dBA CNEL along Spruce Avenue, between Red Oak Street and White Oak Avenue, as shown in the table. Therefore, traffic noise increases would not exceed 3.0 dBA CNEL (the lowest acceptable increase) and traffic noise impacts would not occur as a result of project implementation.
Generation of Excessive Groundborne Vibration or Groundborne Noise Levels Construction can generate varying degrees of ground vibration, depending on the construction procedures and equipment. Operation of construction equipment generates vibrations that spread through the ground and diminish with distance from the source. The effect on buildings in the vicinity of the construction site varies depending on soil type, ground strata, and receptor-building construction. The effects from vibration can range from no perceptible effects at the lowest vibration levels, to low rumbling sounds and perceptible vibrations at moderate levels, to slight structural damage at the highest levels. Vibration from construction activities rarely reaches the levels that can damage structures.
Table 6 Project Traffic Noise Increase
Roadway Segment
ADT dBA CNEL
Existing No Project Existing Plus Project
Project Noise Increase
Over Existing
Conditions
Southbound – Spruce Avenue 307 348 0.54
Westbound – Red Oak Avenue 297 349 0.70
Northbound – Kindred Hospital Driveway 114 196 2.35
Eastbound – White Oak Avenue 205 212 0.15
Source: LLG 2024.
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The City of Rancho Cucamonga establishes a threshold of 85 VdB or below within 200 feet of an existing structure. Therefore, the FTA criteria is used to determine impact significance at nearby structures. To determine potential vibration velocity, it is conservatively assumed that construction equipment could operate at the edge of the project site and offsite roadway improvements area. Therefore, the distance from the vibration source (construction equipment) to closest receptor for both construction site and roadway improvements is measured from the edge of the site to the nearest structure façades. The proposed project involves construction activities adjacent to the office building abutting the western site boundary and would include offsite roadway improvements approximately 30 feet north of the hotel (Best Western Plus Heritage Inn Ontario) east of the project stie boundary across Spruce Avenue. Table 7 summarizes vibration levels for typical construction equipment at a reference distance of 25 feet and distances to the surrounding structures.
Table 7 Vibration Levels for Typical Construction Equipment Equipment
FTA Reference VdB
at 25 feet
Office Building to the West
of the Construction Site
Best Western Inn to the
North of the Roadway
Improvements
City threshold of 85 VdB
within 200 feet
City threshold of 85 VdB
within 200 feet
Vibratory Roller 94.0 105.9 91.6
Large Bulldozer 87.0 98.9 84.6
Loaded Trucks 86.0 97.9 83.6
Jackhammer 79.0 90.9 76.6
Small Bulldozer 58.0 69.9 55.6
Exceeds City Threshold? Yes Yes
Source: FTA, 2018. Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment, September.
Notes: VdB = Vibration velocity decibels
Paving activities and equipment within 10 feet of the office building and 30 feet of the hotel could result in excessive vibration annoyance levels at these structures. However, with incorporation of the following condition of approval, project-related vibration levels would be reduced to below 85 VdB within 200 feet of the nearest structure, as defined in Policy N-1.8 of the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. The condition of approval would be provided as a part of the project approval.
Construction Vibration Reduction Measure. During the project’s construction activity, specifically paving and vibration compaction within 15 feet of any existing building or structure, the construction contractor(s) shall use a static roller in lieu of a vibratory roller. Use of a static roller is predicted to generate vibration levels of approximately 94 Vibration velocity decibels (VdB) at a distance of 25 feet (New Zealand Transport Agency 2012). At 50 feet, vibration levels would be approximately 85 VdB. Prior to issuance of any construction permits, the vibration equipment requirements shall be noted on all construction management plans and architectural building plans and verified by the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department.
Airport Land Use Noise
The nearest airport to the project site is Ontario International Airport, approximately three miles to the southwest. The project site is outside of the airport land use plan. Therefore, the proposed project would not expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels.
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Traffic
The analysis in this section is based in part on the Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) Report prepared by Linscott, Law & Greenspan for the proposed project (LLG 2024) and the Vehicle Miles Traveled Assessment prepared by Fher & Peers, which is included as Appendix C.
Project Trip Generation and General Plan Consistency Analysis The project trip generation provided in the TIA was prepared using trip rates from the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) and information provided by the project applicant pertaining to project operation. Table 5-1, Project Traffic Generation Forecast, of the TIA presents the trip generation estimate for the proposed project. As shown in the table, the proposed project is forecast to generate 1,149 daily trips, with 66 trips generated in the AM peak hour and 72 trips generated in the PM peak hour on a “typical” weekday.
One key intersection (Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street) was analyzed in the TIA under the Existing, Near Term (Year 2026), and Buildout Condition with- and without-project scenarios to ensure that project implementation would not impact the intersection in a manner that would result in an inconformity with the acceptable LOS performance standard for intersections pursuant to the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan. As concluded in the TIA, the intersection would operate an acceptable LOS under any of the three scenarios analyzed, and no impact to the intersection would occur. Therefore, the proposed project would not cause a significant effect on the existing roadway network, and no further traffic analysis is required.
Vehicle Miles Traveled Screening Analysis
Senate Bill (SB) 743 was signed by Governor Brown in 2013 and required the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) to amend the CEQA Guidelines to provide an alternative to LOS for evaluating transportation impacts. SB743 specified that the new criteria should promote the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, the development of multimodal transportation networks, and a diversity of land uses. The bill also specified that delay-based level of service could no longer be considered an indicator of a significant impact on the environment under CEQA. In response, Section 15064.3 was added to the CEQA Guidelines on January 1, 2019. Section 15064.3, Determining the Significance of Transportation Impacts, states that vehicle miles traveled (VMT) is the most appropriate measure of transportation impacts and provides lead agencies with the discretion to choose the most appropriate methodology and thresholds for evaluating VMT. The provisions of Section 15064.3(c) were implemented statewide beginning on July 1, 2020.
The project site, which is located in a Transit Priority Area (TPA), is accessible by multiple modes of transportation. Vehicle access to the site would be provided by a new driveway via Red Oak Street and pedestrian access via sidewalks (existing and proposed) along Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street. Additionally, the project’s access to bicycle and public transit would reduce potential VMT in the area. Bicycle and public transit are provided via bicycle lanes and existing Omnitrans public transit services on Foothill Boulevard, approximately 400 feet northeast of the project site. The proposed project includes 338 off-street vehicle parking spaces, of which 287 are reserved for residents. Parking supply would be consistent with City of Rancho Cucamonga development standards. Based on the VMT assessment and the City of Rancho Cucamonga Traffic Impact Analysis Guidelines, adopted June 2020, the proposed project would screen-out of further VMT analysis due to its proximity to transit and its location in a TPA.
Further, access and connectivity within the City Center land use designation focuses on walkability with improved sidewalk infrastructure and locating parking behind or between buildings. The project proposes
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sidewalk improvements along the project frontages (Spruce Avenue and Red Oak Street) and places parking behind the street frontage in an enclosed parking structure, satisfying these requirements. The proposed project generally conforms to the City’s General Plan mobility and circulation policies by accounting for multi-modal access, promoting a high-quality pedestrian environment, and maintaining adequate LOS at adjacent intersections. The mixed-use nature of the project also promotes internalized trips, which reduces VMT relative to citywide averages.
Therefore, the proposed project would have a less-than-significant VMT impact.
Water Quality
Following is a discussion of the potential water quality impacts resulting from urban runoff that would be generated during the construction and operational phases of the proposed project.
Project Construction Phase
Construction-related runoff pollutants are typically generated from waste and hazardous materials handling or storage areas, outdoor work areas, material storage areas, and general maintenance areas (e.g., vehicle or equipment fueling and maintenance, including washing). The project’s construction phase has the potential to cause deterioration in the quality of downstream receiving waters if construction-related sediments or pollutants wash into the existing storm drain system and facilities in the area.
Construction-related activities that are primarily responsible for sediment releases are related to exposing previously stabilized soils to potential mobilization by rainfall/runoff and wind. Such activities include removing vegetation from the site, grading the site, and trenching for infrastructure improvements.
Environmental factors that affect erosion include topographic, soil, and rainfall characteristics. Non-sedimentrelated pollutants that are also of concern during construction relate to non-stormwater flows and generally include construction materials (e.g., paint and stucco); chemicals, liquid products, and petroleum products used in building construction or the maintenance of heavy equipment; and concrete and related cutting or curing residues. Project-related construction activities would generate pollutants that could adversely affect the water quality of downstream receiving waters if appropriate and effective stormwater and non-stormwater management measures are not used to keep pollutants out of and remove pollutants from urban runoff.
Construction projects of one acre or more are regulated under the Statewide General Construction Permit (CGP), Order No. 2022-0057-DWQ, issued by the State Water Resources Control Board in 2022. Projects obtain coverage by developing and implementing a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) estimating sediment risk from construction activities to receiving waters and specifying BMPs that would be implemented by the project to minimize pollution of stormwater. The project’s construction contractor would be required to prepare and implement a SWPPP and associated BMPs in compliance with the CGP during grading and construction. The SWPPP would specify BMPs that the construction contractor would implement to protect water quality by eliminating and/or minimizing stormwater pollution prior to and during grading and construction and show the placement of those BMPs. Standard construction BMPs that would be incorporated into the project’s SWPPP and implemented during the construction phase include but are not limited to:
Perimeter control with silt fences and perimeter sandbags and/or gravel bags. Stabilized construction exits with rumble strip(s)/plate(s).
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Installation of storm drain inlet protection on affected onsite drains and within roadways. Installation of silt fences around stockpiles and covering of stockpiles. Use of secondary containment around barrels, containers, and storage materials that may impact water quality.
Stabilization of disturbed areas where construction ceases for a determined period of time (e.g., one week) with erosion controls.
Installation of temporary sanitary facilities and dumpsters.
Adherence to the BMPs in the SWPPP would reduce, prevent, minimize, and/or treat pollutants and prevent degradation of downstream receiving waters. BMPs identified in the SWPPP would reduce or avoid contamination of stormwater with sediment and other pollutants such as trash and debris; oil, grease, fuels, and other toxic chemicals; paint, concrete, asphalt, bituminous materials, etc.; and nutrients.
Based on the preceding, no significant water quality impacts from the project’s grading and construction activities are anticipated to occur.
Project Operation Phase
Operational-related activities of the proposed project (e.g., runoff from parking areas, solid waste storage areas, and landscaped areas) will generate pollutants that could adversely affect the water quality of downstream receiving waters if effective measures are not used to keep pollutants out of and remove pollutants from urban runoff.
Project development would be required to comply with requirements set forth in the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) MS4 permit, (Order No. R8-2010-0036, NPDES No. CAS618036) and in accordance with City of Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code Section 19.20, which includes the preparation and implementation of a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP). Pursuant to the City’s initial requirements for development projects, the project applicant’s civil engineer prepared a preliminary Water Quality Management Plan (PWQMP) Site and Drainage Plan, which is included in Appendix D for reference.
Implementation of the PWQMP Site and Drainage Plan ensures ongoing, long-term protection of the watershed basin. As shown in the PWQMP Site and Drainage Plan, the project is designed to include onsite structural treatment control BMPs consisting of below-ground infiltration chambers and drywells located underneath the parking structure in the center of the building. These BMPs would capture and treat site runoff before it is conveyed from the project site to the public storm drain system. These BMPs would have the capacity to treat the entire Design Capture Volume (DCV1) for the project, which is 8,280 cubic feet of water.
In addition, nonstructural source control BMPs would be implemented during project operation, including:
Education of tenants and property owners of stormwater management best practices. 1 The DCV is the volume of storm water runoff that must be retained and/or biofiltered in order to satisfy pollutant control requirements.
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Restrictions on outdoor storage of raw chemicals, manufacturing activities, and discharging of wastewater to paved areas.
Preparation of a Spill Contingency Plan.
Employee training of stormwater features.
Sweeping of the parking lot and driveway.
Implementation of a litter/debris control program.
Landscape management.
Furthermore, as shown in the PWQMP Site and Drainage Plan, the following structural source control BMPs would be implemented:
Low-flow irrigation fixtures.
Storm drain system stenciling and signage.
Covered trash and waste storage areas.
Catch basins in the western end of the development.
Preparation and submittal of a final WQMP and implementation of all identified BMPs will be ensured through the City’s development review and building plan check process. Long-term maintenance of proposed water quality control features would be required by the City as a condition of approval to ensure the long-term effectiveness of all such features. Therefore, no significant water quality impacts are anticipated to occur.
Condition E: Adequate Utilities and Public Services
The project site is in an urbanized area of the City that is already served by all necessary municipal utilities (i.e., water, wastewater, stormwater, solid waste) and public services (i.e., fire, police). As demonstrated below, the proposed project would not result in impact to or the need for new or expansion of existing utilities or public services. Therefore, the project meets Condition E.
Utilities and Service Systems
Water System
Water to the project site would be supplied by the Cucamonga Valley Water District (CVWD). The proposed project would require construction of water lines onsite to connect with existing water mains in the surrounding roadway right-of-way. Some construction may occur within the right-of-way to make the necessary infrastructure connections to the existing water main, but no new or expansion of existing water lines would be required. The proposed water system improvements will be designed and constructed in accordance with City and CVWD requirements.
Wastewater System
CVWD would provide wastewater collection and conveyance service to the project site. The project would require the construction of new onsite sewer lines to connect to existing sewer mains or trunk lines in the
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surrounding roadway right-of-way. Some construction may occur within the right-of-way to make the necessary infrastructure connections to the existing facilities, but no new or expansion of existing sewer lines would be required. The proposed wastewater system improvements will be designed and constructed in accordance with City and CVWD requirements.
Drainage System
Under proposed conditions and upon project completion, site runoff would be conveyed similar to existing conditions, continuing to flow southwesterly via new onsite drainage collection, conveyance, and treatment systems. Project development would increase the amount of impervious surfaces on the site, which would increase the volume of site discharge by 2.182 cubic feet per second under a 100-year storm event. However, as described in the Preliminary Hydrology Report prepared for the project (VEI 2023), the increased flow from the project would be captured through drainage inlets at the west and south portions of the project site and routed through an onsite storm drain system that discharges to below ground infiltration chambers with drywells. The chambers would be sized to capture and retain 90 percent of the predeveloped runoff volume.
The proposed drainage system improvements will be designed and constructed in accordance with City requirements.
Other Utilities
Other utilities that would serve the project include electricity (City of Rancho Cucamonga), natural gas (Southern California Gas Company), solid waste collection service (Burrtec Waste Industries) and telecommunications (various private services, including Frontier, Charter, and Comcast). Available infrastructure and facilities (i.e., subsurface gas mains in adjacent streets) for these utilities and service system providers are readily available to serve the project site. No offsite expansion or upsizing of utility and service system infrastructure or facilities will be required to accommodate the project. Additionally, all new utility infrastructure would be installed underground or placed in enclosed spaces (e.g., utility closets).
Public Services
Fire Protection and Emergency Services
The City of The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District (RCFPD) provides fire protection and emergency services to the entire City (including the project site) from seven fire stations. The nearest fire station to the project site is Fire Station 174 at 11297 Jersey Boulevard, approximately 1.4 miles to the southeast. RCFPD also has mutual aid agreements with all of the other fire departments in San Bernardino County, including the San Bernardino County Fire Department.
Project implementation would result in an increase in calls for fire protection and emergency medical service.
However, considering the existing firefighting resources available in and near the City, project impacts on fire protection and emergency services (including response times) are not expected to occur. Additionally, in the event of an emergency at the project site that required more resources than Fire Station 174 could provide, RCFPD would direct resources to the site from other RCFPD stations nearby and, if needed, would request assistance from other nearby fire departments. Additionally, the project site is an infill site already served by RCFPD; therefore, project development would not result in an expansion of RCFPD’s service area.
The City also involves RCFPD in the development review process in order to ensure that the necessary fire prevention and emergency response features are incorporated into development projects. For example, the