Agenda packet — Redlands City Council, July 16, 2024 (part 8 of 10)

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Sole Source/ Single Source/ Standardization Form
For procurement of supplies, equipment and services valued at $5,000 and over NOTE: Every question must be answered with appropriate documentation attached; incomplete forms will be immediately rejected by Purchasing.

Date:_______________________
TO: Purchasing Division
FROM: ________________________________
Purchase Requisition # ___________________
Estimated Total Cost: $_________________
Proposed Vendor: ______________________
Request Term: _________________
This form must accompany the purchase document whenever an exception to the competitive process is requested. Requests for goods and/or services from a specific vendor or limited to a specific brand, where substitutes to the recommended vendor or brand are unacceptable, must be accompanied by a written justification explaining the circumstances that make alternatives unacceptable.

The City Manager will determine whether the justification is appropriate. Requests for exception must be supported by factual statements that will pass an audit.

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EXCEPTION TO BIDDING AND DISCLOSURE STATEMENT Page
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2 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Please check all applicable categories (a. through i.) below and provide additional information where indicated.
a. The requested product is an integral repair part or accessory compatible with existing equipment.

Existing Equipment:

Manufacturer/Model Number:

Age:

Current Estimated Value:
b. The requested product has unique design/performance specifications or quality requirements that are not available in comparable products. c. I have standardized the requested product and the use of another brand/model would require considerable time and funding to evaluate.
d. The requested product is one in which I (and/or my staff) have specialized training and/or extensive expertise. Retraining would incur substantial cost in time and/or funding.
e. The requested product is used or demonstration equipment available at a lower-thannew cost. f. Repair/Maintenance service is available only from manufacturer or designated service representative.
g. Upgrade to or enhancement of existing software is available only from manufacturer. h. Service proposed by vendor is unique; therefore, competitive bids are not available or applicable.
i. Other factors (provide detailed explanation in #2 below).

2. Provide a detailed explanation and pertinent documentation for each category checked in item 1 above. Attach additional sheets if necessary:

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3 3. Was an evaluation of other equipment, products, or services performed? Yes No
If yes, please explain the type of evaluation performed and provide all supporting documentation:

4. List below the name of each individual who was involved in the evaluation, if conducted, and in making the recommendation to procure this product or service. Attach additional information, if necessary.

5. Explain what action(s) the department would take if the sole/single source services were no longer available

6. I certify that the above information is accurate to the best of my knowledge, and a signed copy of this document will be kept on file and available for audit in my department _________________________________________________________ Prepared by Date
_________________________________________________________ Department Director Date
Purchasing Approvals
______________________________________________________
Purchasing Agent Approval Date
_______________________________________________________ City Manager Approval Date
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Date Quote #
5/16/24 2646
Address
Redlands, 92373 CA
Prepared For Don Craw Rep Daniela Sanchez
Phone 9095576577 Rep Phone 610-593-7710
Email [email protected] Rep Email [email protected] Product Qty Sales Price Total Price
24 x 60 Commercial Dog Kennel
Includes:
(24) 4 x 5 Dog Boxes
(24) 5 x 6 Dog Runs ( Exterior Runs do not include run foors ) Paint Color:

Trim Color:

Shingle Roof Color:

Door Color:

STANDARD FEATURES INCLUDE:
- 4x4 Pressure Treated Posts in Runs
- 2x4 Pressure Treated Floor Joist - 16" OC
- 5/8" LP SmartFloor w/ Polyurea Coating on Interior Floor - 2x4 Wall Studs - 16" OC
- Your Choice of Siding - Painted LP SmartSide, Stained Pine Board & Batten or Stained Pine Tongue & Groove
- 24x36 Double Pane Windows with Screens
- Insulated Fiberglass Slab Door with Keyed Latch
- R-13 Fiberglass Insulated Walls & Ceiling in Interior - R-7 Spray Foam Insulated Floor in Interior
- Interior Walls & Ceiling are Lined with Glasbord or Trusscore - Interior Dog Box Partitions & Gates are 11.5 GA Chain Link - Exterior Dog Runs with Chain Link Partitions and Entry Gate - 20" Plexi-Glass Chew-Proof Dog Door with Stainless Edging - Cathedral Ceiling
- 2x4 Rafters - 16" OC
- 7/16" LP TechShield Sheathing
- 30 Year Architectural Shingles

PRICE INCLUDES DELIVERY, ONSITE WORK, AND PLACEMENT

1.0 $147,555.00 $147,555.00
Upgrade to 6 Gauge Welded Wire 1.0 $12,370.00 $12,370.00 Metal Siding Upgrade 1.0 $13,840.00 $13,840.00

PROPOSAL
Proposal is valid for 15 days.
www.horizonstructures.com
P: (888) 447-4337
F: (610) 593-7730
HIA # PA055761
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Product Qty Sales Price Total Price
Metal Roof Upgrade 1.0 $2,015.00 $2,015.00
Upgrade to 6 Panel "Man" Door - Prehung 2.0 $295.00 $590.00 Upgrade to Deluxe 24" Dog Door 24.0 $120.00 $2,880.00
Guillotine Dog Door (Can lock dog in or out) 24.0 $250.00 $6,000.00 Continuous Floor drain (includes drain pipe) 120.0 $58.00 $6,960.00 Slope Floor for Drains - Interior 1.0 $3,960.00 $3,960.00 Stainless steel bowls (per pair) Includes cutout in chain link and mounting bracket - Each

24.0 $220.00 $5,280.00
Interior Divider Panel - 4' High Solid Heavy Duty Plastic, 3/16" Thick with Welded Frame

22.0 $260.00 $5,720.00
Exterior Divider Panel - 4' High Solid Heavy Duty Plastic, 3/16" Thick with Welded Frame

22.0 $390.00 $8,580.00
125 AMP Electrical package w/ Breaker Box
Includes: Light, Switch, Receptacle & Breaker Box (Requires connection to customer's electric service by an electrician)

1.0 $1,740.00 $1,740.00
Mini Split Unit Heat/AC - 800 Sqft (24,000 BTU) 1.0 $7,530.00 $7,530.00 110 Volt Exhaust fan with thermostat & timer 1.0 $690.00 $690.00 Additional Light 5.0 $195.00 $975.00
Additional Receptacle 5.0 $195.00 $975.00
Exterior Entrance Light 1.0 $360.00 $360.00
Upgrade: R-19 Insulation 1.0 $10,645.00 $10,645.00
Non-Refundable California Sealed Engineered Drawings Deposit Note: Building pricing is subject to change after review of drawings.

These Drawings will ensure your building is built to code, and are required for projects in the state of California.

Current Drawing Lead Time is 4-6 weeks; Kennel Production will not begin until drawings are completed and
approved.

1.0 $3,200.00 $3,200.00
Please note that a fully assembled structure will require a minimum clearance for delivery that is 20 feet wider than the structure.

The driver will need a clear unobstructed path from the road side to the location on your property where the structure will be placed.

1.0 $0.00 $0.00
Payment Terms:
35% of the invoice total, payable by cash or check, is required to place the kennel order. 55% payment due 3 weeks before kennel delivery date. Remaining balance to be paid by check or cash upon delivery of the kennel. Customer agrees to pay 2% interest on any remaining balance due 30 days after completion.

Due to volatile lumber pricing, price of kennel is not locked in util the 35% payment is applied.

NOTE: Before sending any wire payments please call the offce to confrm wiring info.

1.0 $0.00 $0.00
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Subtotal $241,865.00
Sales Tax $0.00
Total $241,865.00

ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL
The above prices, specifcations, and conditions are
satisfactory and are hereby accepted.

SIGNATURE _________________________________________ DATE _______________________ Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1787 of 2362
City Council Meeting K. 2.

DATE: 07/16/2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBJECT: Consideration of a request to establish restricted parking zones on 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane, and determine this action is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Harris)
MOTION(S):

If City Council determines the staff recommendation is appropriate, the following motions are provided:

I move that City Council determine that establishing restricted parking zones on 3 rd Street and Al Harris Lane is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and

1. I move that City Council approve restricted parking zones on 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane as presented in the staff report and exhibit.

2. RECOMMENDATION:

In a 3:2 vote on May 23, 2024, with two (2) Commissioners absent, the Traffic and Parking Commission declined to make a City Council recommendation to establish restricted parking zones on 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane, citing their reluctance to allow the use of public rights-of-way by a private business.

Staff recommends that City Council determine that establishing restricted parking zones on 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act.

Staff further recommends City Council approval to establish restricted parking zones on 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane.

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DISCUSSION:

In 2012, California eliminated redevelopment agencies and the Redlands Redevelopment Agency was required to sell real property holdings. Only properties being held for public use could be transferred to municipalities.

Subsequently, the Mutual Orange Distributors (MOD) Packing House property located at 330 N. 3rd Street was sold to Arteco Partners (Arteco) on December 6, 2016, although escrow did not close until May 5, 2019. On March 1, 2018, the Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission adopted Resolution No. 2018-02, recommending approval of historic resource designation No. 132 for the property. On May 1, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 7838 designating the 330 N. 3rd Street property as a historic property. On May 1, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 7839 and Resolution No. 7840 approving Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 1100 for an adaptive reuse project to convert the structure located on this property to provide space for several food and alcoholic beverage service establishments operating in accordance with specific conditions of approval.

The Arteco project is now known as the Redlands Public Market (RPM) and is currently being renovated to provide space for eighteen (18) micro-restaurants and businesses, primarily small food and beverage service establishments, within the historic 34,215 square-foot structure. Exterior site improvements are also being constructed to provide safe access for pedestrians and vehicles, outdoor patio/dining spaces, landscaping, lighting, and other attractive project elements. The site's historic designation exempts the project from off-street parking requirements, and the project relies on existing public street rights-of-way for customer parking. Arteco proposes to establish restricted parking zones on 3 rd Street and Al Harris Lane to reduce the potential for "long-term" parking within these public rights-of-way.

The Traffic and Parking Commission (TPC) first considered the Arteco request to recommend that the City Council establish time restricted parking zones on 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane on January 25, 2024. Several nearby businesses spoke in opposition to the proposed parking restrictions, noting that the plan would significantly impact the ability of customers to access their businesses.

This discussion was continued to the next TPC meeting to allow the applicant, MUED staff, and these nearby businesses time to develop a parking solution that could be supported by all. On March 28, 2024, the TPC was presented with a revised restricted parking zone plan that was supported by the applicant, MUED staff, and nearby businesses. Nearby businesses attended this TPC meeting as well and spoke in favor of the revised restricted parking plan. However, the TPC continued this discussion to the next TPC meeting to allow MUED staff time to compile additional information. The TPC also encouraged the applicant to discuss opportunities for shared off-street parking with adjacent businesses. On May 23, 2024, the TPC was presented with the additional information requested.

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Again, nearby businesses attended the TPC meeting and spoke in favor of the proposed restricted parking plan. However, the TPC voted 3:2 against recommending City Council approval of the proposed restricted parking zones, generally noting their concern with the use of public rights-of-way by a private business. Two (2) Commissioners did not attend this meeting. The TPC serves as an advisory commission to the City Council and neither directly approves nor denies requests. In this case, the majority of TPC members attending the May 23, 2024, TPC meeting voted to make no recommendation to the City Council.

Soon after, Arteco requested that approval of the proposed restricted parking zone designation plan be considered by City Council.

MUED staff is concerned that most or all on-street parking within the 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane rights-of-way will be used daily for "long-term" parking, perhaps by RPM employees, businesses, and/or vendors, without thoughtful time-restricted parking zones. This will contribute to additional traffic congestion within these corridors, and may encourage RPM customers to park vehicles at adjacent business locations without permission. RPM requests to establish a 10-minute parking zone directly adjacent to RPM on the east side of 3rd Street (see Parking Designation Map blue/teal area) to allow for quick turnover of vehicles accessing RPM to pick up to-go food orders. Additionally, RPM requests to establish additional 90-Minute (see Parking Designation Map purple area) and No Parking (see Parking Designation Map red area) zones. MUED staff, RPM, and nearby businesses support this parking restriction proposal. If City Council approves these restricted parking zones, MUED staff and businesses along 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane will meet periodically to evaluate the need to revise the parking plan and/or install additional traffic control measures.

Approval of the proposed restricted parking zones on 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act since it can be seen with reasonable certainty to have no possibility of causing a significant effect on the environment.

ALTERNATIVES:

City Council may deny the staff recommendation and provide alternate direction.

STRATEGIC PLAN:

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SUBMITTED BY:

John R. Harris, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director RECOMMENDED BY:

Charles M. Duggan Jr., City Manager
REVIEWED BY:

Danielle Garcia, Management Services/Finance Director
Goutam Dobey, City Engineer
Tabitha Crocker, Facilities and Community Services Director Brian Desatnik, Development Services Director
PREPARED BY:

John R. Harris, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: FY 24/25
Revenue Generating: N
Appropriation Required Y/N: N
Discussion:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. The FY 24/25 Facilities and Community Services Budget includes adequate funding for the minimal cost to place signs and paint street curbs to designate these restricted parking zones.

Attachments
Restricted Parking Zone Diagram_RPM
20240125 TPC Meeting Packet
20240328 TPC Meeting Packet
20240523 TPC Meeting Packet
Resolution No. 7840
Resolution No. 7839
Resolution No. 7838
HSPC Resolution No. 2018-02
Arteco Partners Restricted Parking Zone Request
20161206 PSA
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CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Goutam K. Dobey of Municipal Utilities/Engineering Department at (909) 798-7584 x2. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. NOTE: Any writings or documents distributed to a majority of the Traffic and Parking Commission regarding an open session agenda item less than 72 hours before this meeting are available at https://www.cityofredlands.org/traffic-and-parking-commission or the Municipal Utilities & Engineering Department at 35 Cajon Street, Suite 15A for public inspection or by calling 909-789-7584 x 7. (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II)

ERIC SHAMP, CHAIR

CASSIE MACDUFF, VICE CHAIR

KEVIN MORNINGSTAR, COMMISSIONER

BILL WADDELL, COMMISSIONER

ANDREW HODER, COMMISSIONER

CARL DAVIS, COMMISSIONER

BENJAMIN DANIEL PEREZ, COMMMISSIONER
Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 6:00 P.M.

City Council Chamber, Civic Center
35 Cajon Street, Suite 2, Redlands, CA
This will be an open public meeting. The following information comprises the agenda for a meeting of the Traffic and Parking Commission of the City of Redlands.

1. Attendance & Call to Order

2. Approval of Minutes
A. Minutes of the regular meeting of September 28, 2023

3. Public Comment
The public is invited to speak on items not listed on this agenda, but within the jurisdiction of the Commission. However, no general discussion of such items, or action on such items, may be taken.

Comments are limited to three minutes.

4. New Business
A. Request to establish on-street parking restrictions on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street between Redlands Boulevard and Orange Street
B. Request to clarify and distinguish the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission with regard to the responsibilities and duties of the Planning Commission C. Request to clarify the scope of the traffic and parking commission with regard to nonmotorized traffic D. Request to update ordinances regarding bicycle licenses

5. Communications
A. Annual report to City Council
B. Status of Traffic and Parking Commission budget
C. Status of work orders
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CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Goutam K. Dobey of Municipal Utilities/Engineering Department at (909) 798-7584 x2. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. NOTE: Any writings or documents distributed to a majority of the Traffic and Parking Commission regarding an open session agenda item less than 72 hours before this meeting are available at https://www.cityofredlands.org/traffic-and-parking-commission for public inspection or at the Municipal Utilities & Engineering Department, 35 Cajon Street, Suite 15A by calling 909-789-7584 x 7. (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II)
D. Discussion about roundabouts

6. Old Business
A. Continued discussion of the duties and responsibilities under the TPC’s purview

7. Adjournment
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CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 6:00 P.M.

MINUTES

1. ATTENDANCE & CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Traffic and Parking Commission was called to order at 6:00 pm by Vice Chair Cassie MacDuff.

Roll Call:

Present
Commissioners:

Cassie MacDuff
Staff:

Martin Gonzalez, PD
Kevin Morningstar
Carl Davis
Bill Waddell
Johnathan Ghazal
Absent
Commissioners:

Eric Shamp (excused)
Andrew Hoder (excused)
John Harris, MUED
Goutam Dobey, MUED
Johana Silva, MUED
Brian Desatnik, DSD

2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner MacDuff and Chairperson Shamp made corrections to the minutes.

A motion was made by Commissioner Morningstar and seconded by Commissioner Ghazal to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on July 27, 2023 with the inclusion of the letter from the Redlands Chamber of Commerce. By roll call vote of 5-0, the motion carried unanimously.

3. PUBLIC COMMENT
No non-agenda related public comments were made. Comments related to specific agenda items are incorporated into the item discussion.

4. OLD BUSINESS
4A. Downtown Parking Study
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through increased parking enforcement, initiating a feasibility study for a parking structure to assess capacity and economic impacts, focusing on acquiring private lots with over twenty-five (25) spaces for public or employee parking, and starting safety enhancements in existing public lots. Street crosswalk improvements in identified priority areas are also prioritized immediately. Evaluating special event impacts on parking availability revealed minimal disruptions except for certain holidays and specific events. Moreover, a medium-term initiative, the paid parking pilot program, is proposed after evaluating the effectiveness of increased enforcement. The consideration of a Parking Benefits District (PBD) is not immediate and depends on the success of the pilot program.

Evan Sanford, the Executive Director of the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, raised various concerns about the Study's content and shared results to a survey conducted by the Chamber.

Noah Moeller, representative from the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, addressed concerns raised by business employees regarding safety while walking from parking areas to their workplace.

The commission discussed the feasibility of making Citrus Avenue a one-way street from Orange Street to Redlands Boulevard and adding angled parking, and courtesy warnings before enforcement measures are taken. The commission systematically reviewed each recommendation individually to ascertain their position on each one.

A motion was made by Commissioner Morningstar and seconded by Commissioner Davis to recommend the following to City Council:

Increased Parking Education and Phased Enforcement: Educate the public with signage, communication with the business community, and develop parking options for employees of downtown businesses. Phase-in parking enforcement, with a focus on issuing warnings for a period of time to be determined, followed by citations and fines.

Pursue Shared-Use Agreements with Private Parking Lot Owners: Pursue agreements with local churches and businesses on underutilized parking lots.

Encourage Use of Existing Parking Facilities through Safety Improvements:

Target improvements in convenience, safety, and usability for existing parking facilities.

The Traffic and Parking Commission (TPC) did the support the following: a feasibility study of parking structure, paid parking pilot program, or the establishment of a PBD.

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Request for Staff Report: Task staff to return to the Commission with a report on downtown and parking safety, including an assessment of the impact of homelessness.

Study on Citrus Ave Restriping: Explore the restriping of Citrus Ave for additional parking, one-way circulation alternating with State Street, and introducing greenery and shade improvements.

By roll call vote of 5-0, the motion carried unanimously.

5. COMMUNICATIONS
4A. Citywide Left-Turn Pocket Study
Ms. Silva provided an update on the Left-Turn Pocket Study, presenting tables that outline recommendations for signal timing adjustments and left-turn pocket striping configurations. These tables distinguished between actions that can be carried out in-house and those requiring additional evaluation.
4B. Status of Traffic and Parking Commission budget
Ms. Silva presented a slide with an overview of expenditures relating to the TPC budget.
4C. Status of work orders
Ms. Silva presented a slide and provided a brief overview of the status of work orders that were previously recommended by the Commission and approved by City Council, and the status of work orders which do not require Commission recommendation and have been approved and completed by city staff in accordance with the Redlands Municipal Code.
4D. Discussion about roundabouts
A motion was made by Commissioner Waddell and seconded by Commissioner Morningstar to continue this item to the next commission meeting.

6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by Chairperson MacDuff at 7:49 pm.

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AGENDA ITEM 4A
COMMISSION MEETING OF 1/25/24

REQUEST FOR COMMISSION ACTION
SUBJECT: REQUEST BY ARTECO PARTNERS TO ESTABLISH ON-STREET PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON AL HARRIS LANE AND 3RD STREET

BETWEEN REDLANDS BOULEVARD AND ORANGE STREET
MOTION:

I move to recommend to City Council approval of the implementation of the proposed parking restrictions as depicted in “Exhibit 1”.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommend that the commission deliberate on the proposed parking restrictions, as depicted in "Exhibit 1," and evaluate whether the restrictions are warranted.

DISCUSSION:

Approximately seventy (70) percent of new commercial retail development results in foodrelated uses, with the recent opening of a restaurant and bar named Overland at the northwest corner of Al Harris Lane and Orange Street being the initial establishment.

Arteco Partners believes that a critical factor in the success of these restaurants, particularly in the post-pandemic environment marked by increased off-site dining and delivery sales, is the provision of short-term convenient customer parking. This need arises for quick visits to pick up take-out food, facilitate food delivery services, and cater to other brief visits.

The proposal seeks to discourage long-term parking from utilizing convenient on-street spaces that are ideally suited for short-term patrons. People intending to park for extended periods or planning prolonged visits to the food hall or other nearby restaurants would be encouraged to park in off-street parking lots and the Stuart Avenue parking garage.

The proposal is to transition all parking in the Santa Fe district on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street, north of Redlands Avenue to thirty (30) minute parking zones. This proposed time limit extension would apply from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The extension until 10:00 PM accommodates destination bars that attract late-night patrons, allowing for longer-term Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1798 of 2362

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customer parking while ensuring the safety and convenience of late-night visitors.

An exception to the proposal is the request to establish a zone for five (5) minute parking along the east curb of 3rd Street. directly in front of Redlands Public Market. This area is proposed to be used as a customer loading zone and a location for delivery drivers to pick up orders. The intent is to facilitate brief parking for individuals collecting pre-prepared orders, thereby supporting efficient order pickup processes for businesses and their customers.

Furthermore, due to insufficient width in certain zones, on-street parking cannot be accommodated on both sides of the street. To address this, it's recommended to establish a no-parking zone on the westbound side of Al Harris Lane. Additionally, staff recommends implementing a no-parking zone for the initial 125 feet of either the south or northbound lanes of 3rd Street, extending from Redlands Boulevard. This zone should also encompass the area adjacent to the proposed sidewalk extension at the corner of Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street.

Numerous prospective tenants visiting the site have expressed inquiries about parking, emphasizing the importance of short-term parking for pickups and deliveries.

Accommodating these needs is crucial for the traffic flow of this area.

ALTERNATIVES:

The commission may do one of the following:

1. Recommend approval the proposed on-street parking restrictions with modifications; or

2. Recommend denial of the request.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action related to the costs including equipment and materials. Work will be performed by City Staff as maintenance.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Exhibit 1
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Legend
Red = No Parking
Yellow = 5 Minute Parking
Green = 30 Min Parking 6am to 10pm
Al Harris Ln & Third Street
Proposed on street Parking
Designation Map
11/16/2023
30 Min
5 Min
30 Min
30 Min
30 Min
No parking
No parking
No parking
*ROAD WIDTH IS NOT SUFFICENT TO ALLOW PARKING ON BOTH
SIDES OF STREET FOR APPROXIMATELY THE FIRST 125 FEET.

ONE SIDE OF THE STREET NEEDS TO BE A NO-PARKING ZONE.
*INCLUDED 20 FT OF RED CURB ADJACENT TO INTERSECTION
FOR SIGHT DISTANCE.
*THE DRAWING DOES NOT REFLECT HOW 3RD ST NARROWS AS
IT APPROACHES REDLANDS BLVD. PLEASE REVISE.

INCLUDED 20 FT OF RED

CURVE AT INTERSECTIONS

FOR SIGHT DISTANCE

INCLUDED THE LINEAR FT OF
ALL PARKING ZONES.

EXHIBIT 1
AGENDA ITEM 4A

ATTACHMENT A
Al Harris Lane
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REQUEST FOR COMMISSION ACTION
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO CLARIFY AND DISTINGUISH THE SCOPE OF THE TRAFFIC

AND PARKING COMMISSION WITH REGARD TO THE RESPONSIBILITIES

AND DUTIES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
DISCUSSION:

In previous Commission meetings, the Commission has requested City staff to provide clarity in distinguishing those parking concerns that are within the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission, and those that fall under the duties of the Planning Commission. The proposed action seeks to give clear directions to staff on this matter.

The Planning Commission is charged with reviewing new development projects for compliance with the Zoning Regulations as defined in Title 18 of the City ordinance, which includes off-street parking requirements.

The duties of the Traffic and Parking Commission are defined in Section 2.48.040. Among those duties is to advise the City Council on the development of adequate parking for commercial and retail uses, recommend policies to encourage, develop and support adequate parking within the City, recommend actions for the establishment of long-term parking plans for the City and in particular the downtown Redlands business area, and advise the City Council in the administration of resources for the development of parking. The commission may also assist other advisory groups such as the Planning Commission in matters relating to parking.

It is therefore within the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission to provide supplemental review of any proposed project that comes before the Planning Commission which seeks reductions to parking requirements in the Zoning ordinance, as those reductions can impact “adequate parking”, both off-street and on-street, which is the charge of the Traffic and Parking Commission. It is also within the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission to review all changes and updates to Zoning ordinances regarding off-street parking.

Additionally, the ordained duties of the Traffic and Parking Commission do not currently address the development of adequate parking for multi-family residential uses, only commercial and retail. However, inadequate parking at multi-family residential properties can have a profound effect on the availability of adjacent on street parking, which is clearly within the scope of the Commission.

The following proposed changes to the City ordinance seeks to clarify these discrepancies and omissions, ensuring that the combined oversights of the Traffic and Parking Commission and the Planning Commission fully address adequate parking within the City.

MOTION:

I move to recommend to City Council a request to modify City ordinances as follows:

2.48.040: DUTIES:

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ways and means of improving traffic conditions and the administration and enforcement of traffic regulations.

The Traffic and Parking Commission shall also advise the City Council on the development of adequate parking for commercial and retail uses commercial, retail, and multi-family uses, recommend policies to encourage, develop and support adequate parking within the City, recommend actions for the establishment of long term parking plans for the City and in particular the downtown Redlands business area, and advise the City Council in the administration of resources for the development of parking. The commission may also assist other advisory groups such as the Planning Commission in matters relating to parking.

The commission shall keep records of all of its acts and proceedings, and shall submit all of its recommendations to the City Council and to the City Manager.

The commission shall assist other advisory groups such as the Planning Commission in requests for any variances to off-street parking that are required by Title 18 Zoning Regulations.

The Traffic and Parking Commission shall also advise the City Council on updates to parking requirements described in the Title 18 Zoning Regulations. (Ord. 2265 § 1, 1994) PREPARED BY:

Eric Shamp, TPC Chairman
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REQUEST FOR COMMISSION ACTION
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO CLARIFY THE SCOPE OF THE TRAFFIC AND PARKING

COMMISSION WITH REGARD TO NON-MOTORIZED TRAFFIC
DISCUSSION:

Over the past decade, the City has developed significant infrastructure to support the use of non-motorized vehicles, including bike lanes (Class III bikeways) and bike paths (Class I bikeways). In addition, the recent proliferation of e-bikes and other forms of personal transportation devices has introduced non-motorized and non-automobile traffic to City streets not seen since early in the last century. The scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission is not well defined in our City ordinances with regards to non-motorized and non-automobile road users.

The duties of the Traffic and Parking Commission are defined in Section 2.48.040, using terms that are defined in various locations throughout the City ordinance. Some terms, such as “traffic” are undefined anywhere in the ordinances, leading to confusion over the Commission’s jurisdiction over non-motorized and non-automobile vehicles and non-motorized thoroughfares.

This leaves a significant portion of road users without a Commission to educate, supervise, receive complaints, and make recommendations.

If the Commission wishes to clarify and define its scope to include non-motorized and nonautomobile traffic and non-motorized thoroughfares, some changes to the City ordinance are in order. By making the following changes to definitions in Sections 10 and 12 of the ordinances, Section 2.48.040 can remain as written while effectively being expanded to include all road users, not just motorized automotive road users.

MOTION:

I move to recommend to City Council a request to modify City ordinances as follows:

10.04.130: MOTOR VEHICLES:

A "motor vehicle" is any vehicle which is self-propelled. Electric motorized vehicles that have a limiting device that restricts their speed to not more than 20 miles per hour are not considered motor vehicles. (Prior code § 68600.1)

10.04.300: TRAFFIC:
‘Traffic’ refers to the movement of vehicles on any street.

12.04.160: STREET:
"Street" means public street, lane, alley, court, easement, right of way, non-motorized thoroughfare, or other public place in the city, as they now exist or may hereafter be established, or any portion thereof, including all or part of any highway, right of way or easement, whether or not such entire area as used for highway purposes, excepting any easement or right of way vested in the city for a specified single utility purpose only. (Prior code § 74011)

12.04.210: VEHICLE:

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"Vehicle" means a device in, upon, or by which any person or property is or may be propelled, moved or drawn on the highway or street weighing in excess of one hundred (100) pounds. (Prior code § 74016)

12.04.230: NON-MOTORIZED THOROUGHFARE:
‘Non-motorized thoroughfare’ means a public easement set aside for the travel of pedestrians, non-motorized vehicles, and electric motorized vehicles that have a limiting device that restricts their speed to not more than 20 miles per hour. Non-motorized thoroughfares shall not include unpaved trails located in public parks, conservancies, or wilderness areas.

PREPARED BY:

Eric Shamp, TPC Chairperson
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REQUEST FOR COMMISSION ACTION
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO UPDATE ORDINANCES REGARDING BICYCLE LICENSES DISCUSSION:

As allowed under the 2022 California Vehicle Code Section 39000, the City of Redlands ordinances require a California Bicycle License to operate any bicycle on City roadways.

Licenses are issued by the State and procured through the Redlands Police Department. The Police Department does not enforce the requirement for a license. However, the program remains in place, underutilized. A bicycle owner can still fill out a form provided by RPD, pay a nominal fee, and secure a California Bicycle License. While out of date, this program has the potential to help combat bicycle theft and aid in the recovery and return of stolen bicycles to their owners.

Bicycle theft is an unfortunately common occurrence in the City. With the recent proliferation of e-bikes and high-end bicycles, the cost to owners due to these thefts has increased. As one means of addressing this, the Bicycle License program should to be updated and made optional. In addition, the public and local bicycle retailers need to be made aware of this program.

The proposed changes to Chapter 10.56 BICYCLES will remove the license requirement and associated penalties, while providing clear direction to the public on how to participate in the program.

MOTION:

I move to recommend to City Council a request to modify City ordinances as follows:

Make the following changes to CHAPTER 10.56 BICYCLES:

10.56.010: LICENSE REQUIRED:

It is unlawful for any person to operate or use a bicycle, as defined in section 21200 of the Vehicle Code without having attached thereto a California bicycle license, upon any of the streets, alleys or public highways of this city. (Prior code § 63100)

10.56.020: LICENSE; ISSUANCE:

The police department of the city is authorized and directed to obtain original bicycle license plates decals and renewal license plates decals from the California department of motor vehicles and issue same at the police department. (Prior code § 63101)

10.56.030: LICENSE; CONDITION OF BICYCLE:

The bicycle shall be equipped and maintained as provided for in section 21201 of the Vehicle Code at all times when operated in the city, and before a license can be issued. (Prior code § 63102)

10.56.040: LICENSE; EFFECT:

Licenses, when issued, shall entitle the licensee to operate such bicycle, for which said license has been issued, upon all the streets, alleys and public highways, exclusive of the sidewalks thereof, in the city. (Prior code § 63103) Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1806 of 2362

10.56.050: LICENSE PLATE AND REGISTRATION:

The city shall provide, for a fee, a California bicycle license and maintain registration records as provided in division 16.7 of the California Vehicle Code. (Prior code § 63104)

10.56.060: LICENSE; BICYCLE ATTACHMENT:

The plate shall be attached to the frame of the bicycle below the seat on the seat post portion of the frame. The license decal shall be adhered to the frame of the bicycle below the seat on the front of the seat tube portion of the frame. If this placement is not possible, as would be the case with recumbent bicycles, the decal shall be adhered to the frame in a forward-facing position, so that the decal is legible without lifting the bicycle off the ground. (Prior code § 63105)

10.56.070: LICENSE PLATE DECAL REMOVAL:

The plate shall not be removed. Removal of the license decal by the owner will void the license. (Prior code § 63106)

10.56.080: LICENSE; RECORDATION:

The police department shall maintain registration records. (Prior code § 63107)

10.56.090: LICENSE; NOTIFICATION OF BICYCLE DESTRUCTION:

It shall be the duty of every license holder to notify to police department within ten (10) days of the destruction of the bicycle. The registration card shall be returned to the police department at that time. (Prior code § 63108)

10.56.100: FEES; INITIAL PURCHASE AND RENEWAL:

The initial license fee and the renewal fee to be paid for each bicycle shall be one dollar fifty cents ($1.50) [revised fee to be determined]. A bicycle purchased after license deadline may be licensed for fifty cents ($0.50) for each year remaining in the three (3) year period or portion of the remaining year, upon proof of sale. (Prior code § 63200)

10.56.110: FEES; PENALTY FOR LATE RENEWAL:

A penalty of one dollar ($1.00) shall be added upon any application for annual renewal of registration made on or after February 1 of the registration renewal year, except as provided in section 10.56.100 of this chapter. (Prior code § 63201)

10.56.120: FEES; PAYMENT:

All licenses shall be payable in advance to the chief of police or his representative, who is designated as the license collector for all fees due under this chapter. (Prior code § 63202)

10.56.130: FEES; TRANSFER:

Pursuant to sections 10.56.160 and 10.56.170 of this chapter, a bicycle license may be transferred when the ownership of said bicycle is transferred and a fee of fifty cents ($0.50) [revised fee to be determined] shall be paid for the registration of such transfer. (Prior code § 63203)
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10.56.140: DEALER; SECONDHAND DEALER PURCHASE REPORT:

All persons engaged in the business of buying secondhand bicycles are required to make a weekly report to the police department, giving the name and address of the person from whom each bicycle is purchased, the description of each bicycle purchased, the frame number thereof, and the number of any license found thereon, if any. All persons engaged in the business of buying secondhand bicycles are required, upon purchasing a bicycle displaying a license decal, to report to the police department, giving the name and address of the person from whom each bicycle is purchased, the description of each bicycle purchased, the frame number thereof, and the number of the license found thereon. (Prior code § 63300)

10.56.150: DEALER; REPORT OF REGISTRATION UPON SALE:

All persons engaged in the business of selling new or secondhand bicycles are required to make a weekly report to the police department, giving a list of all sales made by such dealers, which list shall include the name and address of each person to whom sold, the kind of bicycle sold, together with a description and frame number thereof, and the number of the license attached thereto, if any. All persons engaged in the business of selling new or secondhand bicycles are required to provide a Bicycle License Application Form to the buyer of any bicycle.” (Prior code § 63301)

10.56.160: REGISTRATION TRANSFER; REPORT:

It is the duty of every person who sells or transfers ownership of any licensed bicycle, to report such sale or transfer by returning to the police department the registration card issued to such person as licensee thereof, together with the name and address of the person to whom said licensed bicycle was sold or transferred; and such report shall be made within ten (10) days of the date of said sale or transfer. (Prior code § 63400)

10.56.170: REGISTRATION TRANSFER; APPLICATION:

It shall be the duty of the purchaser or transferee of such bicycle to apply for a transfer of registration thereof within ten (10) days of the date of such transfer of registration. (Prior code § 63401)

10.56.180: IMPOUNDMENT:

In addition to the penalty hereinabove set forth, the police department, or any of the members thereof, may impound any bicycle operated in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter, and retain possession of same until the license provided for herein is obtained by the owner of such bicycle. (Prior code § 63500)

10.56.190: CITATION; ISSUANCE:

The police department may issue a traffic citation to any person who operates a bicycle in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter or the California Vehicle Code. (Prior code § 63501)
PREPARED BY:

Eric Shamp, TPC Chairperson
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$ 105,000.00 FY 23/24 MUED BUDGET ALLOCATION FOR APPROVED TPC PROJECTS

TRAFFIC & PARKING COMMISSION

EXPENDITURE TRACKING WORKSHEET
FY 2023-24 1/10/2024
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CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

ERIC SHAMP, CHAIR

CASSIE MACDUFF, VICE CHAIR

KEVIN MORNINGSTAR, COMMISSIONER

BILL WADDELL, COMMISSIONER

ANDREW HODER, COMMISSIONER

CARL DAVIS, COMMISSIONER

BENJAMIN DANIEL PEREZ, COMMMISSIONER
Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 6:00 P.M.

1. Attendance & Call to Order

2. Approval of Minutes
A. Minutes of the regular meeting of January 25, 2024

Comments are limited to three minutes.

4. Old Business
A. Request to establish on-street parking restrictions on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street between Redlands Boulevard and Orange Street
B. Request to clarify and distinguish the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission with regard to the responsibilities and duties of the Planning Commission C. Request to clarify the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission with regard to nonmotorized traffic D. Request to update ordinances regarding bicycle licenses

5. Communications
A. Safety report on downtown parking
B. Status of Traffic and Parking Commission budget
C. Status of work orders
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CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Goutam K. Dobey of Municipal Utilities/Engineering Department at (909) 798-7584 x2. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. NOTE: Any writings or documents distributed to a majority of the Traffic and Parking Commission regarding an open session agenda item less than 72 hours before this meeting are available at https://www.cityofredlands.org/traffic-and-parking-commission for public inspection or at the Municipal Utilities & Engineering Department, 35 Cajon Street, Suite 15A by calling 909-789-7584 x 7. (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II)
D. Roundabout presentation

6. Adjournment – Next Meeting is May 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1812 of 2362

CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 6:00 P.M.

MINUTES

1. ATTENDANCE & CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Traffic and Parking Commission was called to order at 6:00 pm by Chairperson Eric Shamp.

Roll Call:

Present
Commissioners:

Eric Shamp
Staff:

Ryan Steinhaus, PD
Kevin Morningstar
Carl Davis
Bill Waddell
Andrew Hoder
Benjamin Daniel Perez
Absent
Commissioners:

Cassie MacDuff (excused)
Martin Gonzalez, PD
Brian Desatnik, DSD
John Harris, MUED
Goutam Dobey, MUED
Johana Silva, MUED

2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner MacDuff and Chairperson Shamp made corrections to the minutes.

A motion was made by Commissioner Morningstar and seconded by Commissioner Waddell to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on September 28, 2023. By roll call vote of 4-0, the motion carried with Commissioner Hoder and Shamp abstaining.

3. PUBLIC COMMENT
Commissioner Waddell requested contact details for previously approved commission items to receive project updates. Chairperson Shamp then presented a written request from Vice Chair MacDuff for a report on downtown parking and public safety and an update on the study for converting Citrus Avenue to one-way westbound. Mr. Harris sought clarification on the parking and public safety update request and informed the commission that the City Council has decided against making Citrus Avenue one-way westbound. Mr. Desatnik added that a prior study revealed this change would only yield approximately thirty (30) additional parking spaces.

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4. NEW BUSINESS
4A. Request to establish on-street parking restrictions on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street between Redlands Boulevard and Orange Street
Ms. Silva presented updated plans submitted by Arteco Partners for the Redlands Public Market, a development with around twenty small restaurants at 330 N 3rd Street. She provided an overview of Staff's suggested modifications, proposing additional no-parking zones because the road width is inadequate for parking on both sides. Mr. Desatnik outlined the development proposal for the Redlands Public Market lacking on-site parking.

Jerry Tessier, owner of the Redlands Public Market, emphasized the need for shortterm customer parking, proposing 30-minute zones on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM and a 5-minute zone in front of Redlands Public Market.

Tom Robinson of VantageOne Real Estate expressed concerns about potential parking issues, stating that it could become problematic. He suggested further discussions with the property owner, neighboring businesses, and staff to address these concerns. However, he clarified that he is supportive of the proposed 5-minute parking.

Glenn Fearon of Property One, LLC mentioned that parking restrictions should be applicable to all businesses and further discussions with neighboring businesses are needed.

Chair Shamp mentioned that Property One, LLC submitted a public comment for the record. He also addressed Vice Chair MacDuff's inquiry regarding the storage container shown on the exhibit. Mr. Tessier clarified that it was an error on the exhibit and confirmed that the storage container no longer exists.

Chairperson Shamp called for a five (5) minute recess at 6:52 PM.

Bryan Bruce, owner of the Overland and Aori Mak Mak, highlighted the existing limited parking in the area and expressed concern about the proposed parking restrictions, noting the challenges it poses for his businesses. He emphasized the perceived danger of crossing at the Orange Street and Al Harris Lane intersection.

The commission inquired about the businesses housed in the structure, sought clarification on the proposed parking plan within the development plan, and asked whether off-street parking was taken into account. Additionally, there were queries regarding employee parking arrangements and the leasing of parking spaces.

The commission decided to table the item for further discussion to the next meeting.

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4B. Request to clarify and distinguish the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission with regard to the responsibilities and duties of the Planning Commission
Chairperson Shamp proposed changes to the City ordinance to clarify that the Traffic and Parking Commission has the authority to provide supplemental review for projects seeking parking requirement reductions in the Zoning ordinance. The changes also address the omission of multi-family residential parking concerns in the current duties, recognizing their impact on on-street parking availability. The overall goal is to ensure that both the Traffic and Parking Commission and the Planning Commission collectively address adequate parking within the City.

The Commission continued discussions on the distinction between parking concerns falling under the purview of the Traffic and Parking Commission and those falling within the responsibilities of the Planning Commission. The commission proposed actions aim to provide clear guidance to City staff on this matter.

Chairperson Shamp read Vice Chair MacDuff’s comments into recorded stating that most of her concerns have been discussed. One concern was raised about the educational duties of TPC, seeking clarification on what they should consist of. Staff responded that the clarification should come from the TPC membership, and the level of educational involvement is at the discretion of the Commission.

This item was tabled for further discussion to the next meeting. 4C. Request to clarify the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission with regard to non-motorized traffic
Chairperson Shamp discussed the evolving landscape of non-motorized transportation in the City, emphasizing the significant infrastructure developed over the past decade to support non-motorized vehicles. Mr. Shamp stated that the Traffic and Parking Commission's duties, outlined in Section 2.48.040, lack clarity regarding non-motorized road users, leading to confusion and a gap in oversight. To address this, he proposed changes to City ordinances, particularly in Sections 10 and 12, were discussed. These changes aim to redefine the Commission's scope, ensuring it includes non-motorized and non-automobile traffic, as well as non-motorized thoroughfares. The goal is to educate, supervise, address complaints, and make recommendations for all road users, not solely motorized automotive road users.

This item was tabled for further discussion to the next meeting. 4D. Request to update ordinances regarding bicycle licenses Chairperson Shamp discussed the Bicycle License program. He proposed updating the Bicycle License program, making it optional, and increasing awareness among the public and local bicycle retailers. Proposed changes to Chapter 10.56 BICYCLES Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1815 of 2362
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aim to eliminate the license requirement and associated penalties, offering clearer instructions on program participation. The discussion emphasized the potential benefits of combatting bicycle theft and facilitating the recovery of stolen bicycles.

This item was tabled for further discussion to the next meeting.

5. COMMUNICATIONS
5A. Annual report to City Council
Mr. Harris clarified that City commissions and committees are required to provide annual updates to the City Council. The commission was assigned February 20th as the date to report to the Council. Any changes to the date would result in the commission submitting a staff report under consent instead of presenting it in person.

In consensus, Chairperson Shamp was chosen to present to the City Council on behalf of the Commission.
5B. Status of Traffic and Parking Commission budget
Mr. Harris mentioned that an overview of the budget is available in the agenda packet. To save time, Staff will skip a presentation and invite the commission to ask any questions they may have.
5C. Status of work orders
Mr. Harris mentioned that an overview of the work orders' status is available in the agenda packet. To save time, Staff will skip a presentation and invite the commission to ask any questions they may have.
5D. Discussion about roundabouts
This item has been tabled for an upcoming commission meeting.

6. OLD BUSINESS
7A. Continued discussion of the duties and responsibilities under the TPC’s purview
The item was removed from the agenda, as it pertained to a previously discussed topic and related agenda items. It will also be excluded from future agendas.

7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by Chairperson Shamp at 8:19 pm.

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AGENDA ITEM 4A
COMMISSION MEETING OF 3/28/24

REQUEST FOR COMMISSION ACTION
SUBJECT: REQUEST BY ARTECO PARTNERS TO ESTABLISH ON-STREET PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON AL HARRIS LANE AND 3RD STREET

BETWEEN REDLANDS BOULEVARD AND ORANGE STREET
MOTION:

I move to recommend to City Council approval of the implementation of the proposed parking restrictions as depicted in “Exhibit 1”.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommend that the commission deliberate on the proposed parking restrictions, as depicted in 'Exhibit 1,' and evaluate whether the restrictions are warranted.

DISCUSSION:

Arteco Partners is the owner and developer of the Redlands Public Market, a future development with a collection of approximately twenty (20) small restaurants located at 330 N 3rd Street, in a historically significant building that does not provide on-site parking. It will rely heavily on public parking options both on-street and off-street. The surrounding Santa Fe Historic District is undergoing new construction, including the restoration of the historic depot, which will primarily house restaurant businesses. Approximately seventy (70) percent of new commercial retail development results in food-related uses, with the recent opening of a restaurant and bar named Overland at the northwest corner of Al Harris Lane and Orange Street being the initial establishment.

The proposal was presented to the Traffic and Parking Commission on January 25, 2024.

Following the meeting, the commission advised staff to initiate further discussions with local business owners, aiming to collaboratively formulate parking solutions tailored to the area's needs.

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After these discussions, several adjustments were made to the proposed parking restrictions. The revised proposal suggests transitioning all parking in the Santa Fe district on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street, north of Redlands Avenue, to ninety (90) minute parking zones. The proposed time limit extension would be in effect from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

This extension aims to accommodate bars attracting late-night patrons, providing for longer-term customer parking while prioritizing the safety and convenience of late-night visitors.

An exception to the proposal is the request to establish a zone for ten (10) minute parking along the east curb of 3rd Street directly in front of Redlands Public Market. This designated area is intended for use as a customer loading zone and a pickup location for delivery drivers. The intent is to facilitate brief parking for individuals collecting pre-ordered takeout, thereby supporting efficient order pickup processes for businesses and their customers.

Furthermore, due to insufficient width in certain zones, on-street parking cannot be accommodated on both sides of the street. To address this, a no-parking zone is proposed on the westbound side of Al Harris Lane. This zone should also encompass the area adjacent to the proposed sidewalk extension at the corner of Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street.

Additionally, a no-parking zone will be implemented for the initial 100 feet of northbound lane of 3rd Street, extending from Redlands Boulevard.

ALTERNATIVES:

The commission may do one of the following:

1. Recommend approval the proposed on-street parking restrictions with modifications; or

2. Recommend denial of the request.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action related to the costs including equipment and materials. Work will be performed by City Staff as maintenance.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Exhibit 1
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REQUEST FOR COMMISSION ACTION
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO CLARIFY AND DISTINGUISH THE SCOPE OF THE TRAFFIC

AND PARKING COMMISSION WITH REGARD TO THE RESPONSIBILITIES

AND DUTIES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
DISCUSSION:

MOTION:

I move to recommend to City Council a request to modify City ordinances as follows:

2.48.040: DUTIES:

It shall be the duty of the Traffic and Parking Commission to perform educational activities in traffic matters, to supervise the preparation and publication of traffic reports, to receive complaints relating to traffic matters and to recommend to the City Council Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1821 of 2362
ways and means of improving traffic conditions and the administration and enforcement of traffic regulations.

The commission shall keep records of all of its acts and proceedings, and shall submit all of its recommendations to the City Council and to the City Manager.

The commission shall assist other advisory groups such as the Planning Commission in requests for any variances to off-street parking that are required by Title 18 Zoning Regulations.

The Traffic and Parking Commission shall also advise the City Council on updates to parking requirements described in the Title 18 Zoning Regulations. (Ord. 2265 § 1, 1994) PREPARED BY:

Eric Shamp, TPC Chairman
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REQUEST FOR COMMISSION ACTION
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO CLARIFY THE SCOPE OF THE TRAFFIC AND PARKING

COMMISSION WITH REGARD TO NON-MOTORIZED TRAFFIC
DISCUSSION:

This leaves a significant portion of road users without a Commission to educate, supervise, receive complaints, and make recommendations.

MOTION:

I move to recommend to City Council a request to modify City ordinances as follows:

10.04.130: MOTOR VEHICLES:

10.04.300: TRAFFIC:
‘Traffic’ refers to the movement of vehicles on any street.

12.04.210: VEHICLE:

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"Vehicle" means a device in, upon, or by which any person or property is or may be propelled, moved or drawn on the highway or street weighing in excess of one hundred (100) pounds. (Prior code § 74016)

PREPARED BY:

Eric Shamp, TPC Chairperson
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REQUEST FOR COMMISSION ACTION
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO UPDATE ORDINANCES REGARDING BICYCLE LICENSES DISCUSSION:

As allowed under the 2022 California Vehicle Code Section 39000, the City of Redlands ordinances require a California Bicycle License to operate any bicycle on City roadways.

The proposed changes to Chapter 10.56 BICYCLES will remove the license requirement and associated penalties, while providing clear direction to the public on how to participate in the program.

MOTION:

I move to recommend to City Council a request to modify City ordinances as follows:

Make the following changes to CHAPTER 10.56 BICYCLES:

10.56.010: LICENSE REQUIRED:

10.56.020: LICENSE; ISSUANCE:

10.56.030: LICENSE; CONDITION OF BICYCLE:

The bicycle shall be equipped and maintained as provided for in section 21201 of the Vehicle Code at all times when operated in the city, and before a license can be issued. (Prior code § 63102)

10.56.040: LICENSE; EFFECT:

10.56.050: LICENSE PLATE AND REGISTRATION:

The city shall provide, for a fee, a California bicycle license and maintain registration records as provided in division 16.7 of the California Vehicle Code. (Prior code § 63104)

10.56.060: LICENSE; BICYCLE ATTACHMENT:

10.56.070: LICENSE PLATE DECAL REMOVAL:

The plate shall not be removed. Removal of the license decal by the owner will void the license. (Prior code § 63106)

10.56.080: LICENSE; RECORDATION:

The police department shall maintain registration records. (Prior code § 63107)

10.56.090: LICENSE; NOTIFICATION OF BICYCLE DESTRUCTION:

10.56.100: FEES; INITIAL PURCHASE AND RENEWAL:

10.56.110: FEES; PENALTY FOR LATE RENEWAL:

10.56.120: FEES; PAYMENT:

All licenses shall be payable in advance to the chief of police or his representative, who is designated as the license collector for all fees due under this chapter. (Prior code § 63202)

10.56.130: FEES; TRANSFER:

10.56.140: DEALER; SECONDHAND DEALER PURCHASE REPORT:

10.56.150: DEALER; REPORT OF REGISTRATION UPON SALE:

10.56.160: REGISTRATION TRANSFER; REPORT:

10.56.170: REGISTRATION TRANSFER; APPLICATION:

10.56.180: IMPOUNDMENT:

10.56.190: CITATION; ISSUANCE:

Eric Shamp, TPC Chairperson
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DOWNTOWN REDLANDS
3-YEAR CRIME STUDY

THE FOLLOWING CRIME STUDY WAS CONDUCTED WITH THE PRIMARY FOCUS ON CRIMES

AGAINST PERSONS AND OTHER GENERATED CALLS FOR SERVICE THAT MAY P OSE SAFETY CONCERNS WITHIN OR NEAR PARKING LOCATIONS IN DOWNTOWN REDLANDS.

THE POLICE DATA THAT WAS ANALYZED WAS FROM JANUARY 01, 2020, TO FEBRUARY 29, 2024.

Created by: Crime Analyst A. Colerick 03/19/2024
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Map: Downtown Redlands Parking Lot Locations
A Stuart Av. Parking Lot
B Private Lot
C Patient/Customer Parking
D Look Theater
E Private Lot
F Denny's
G Century 21
H Redlands Mall
I Block 6 Lot
J Boiler Room
K Orange St. Parking Lot
L Private Lot
M Centennial Plaza
N Ed Hales Park Lot Block 12
O Provident Bank
P City Hall Underground Employee Parking
Q City Hall Surface Parking
R Citrus Av. Parking Structure
S United Methodist
T Redlands Pawn
U Redlands Plaza
V Misc. Lots
W Wells Fargo
X Citizen's Bank
Y Misc. Lots
Z The Door
AA Block 22
BB Redlands Mill
CC Bank of America
DD Citibank
EE Misc. Lots
FF Misc. Lots
GG Bear Valley Water
HH First Congregational
II Theron's
JJ First Presbyterian
Source: Parking Study and Parking Management Plan by Walker Consultants:
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Downtown Redlands – Overall Calls for Service (5,920)
Data: 01/01/2020 – 02/29/2024
1,464
540 384 305 279 225 216 202 182 153
Transient
Problem
Disturbing
The Peace,
Person
Welfare
Check
Suspicious
Subject
Petty Theft Accident Battery Unwanted
Subject
Vandalism Hit and Run
Downtown - Top Ten Calls For Service (3,950)
Data: 01/01/2020 - 02/29/2024
1,246 1,437 1,528 1,483
226
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024*
Downtown Overall Calls For Service (5,920)
Data: 01/01/2020 - 02/29/2024
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I
V
X
C
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Downtown Redlands – Subject and Welfare Checks
Data: 01/01/2020 – 02/29/2024
Disclaimer: The following data only shows calls for service relating to crimes against persons and other safety concerns in the downtown Redlands area. This data does not depict the overall calls for service and workload by Redlands Police Department.

Accounts for 51% of Calls for Service Downtown
D
H
I
O
637 674 759 704
115
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024*
Subject and Welfare Checks (2,889)
Data: 01/01/2020 - 02/29/2024
1,463
536 388 302 200
Transient
Problem
Disturbing the
Peace, Person
Welfare Check Suspicious
Subject
Unwanted
Subject
Downtown Redlands - Subject and
Welfare Checks
(01/01/2020 - 02/29/2024)
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Crimes Against People: Downtown Redlands Calls For Service Data: 01/01/2020 – 02/29/2024
COVID
Crimes Against People 2020 2021 2022 2023 01/01/2024
to 02/29/2024 Total 2021/2023% Difference
Battery 45 70 65 84 8 272 20%
Fight 18 22 25 24 3 92 9%
Robbery 8 6 10 17 2 43 183%
Assault W/Deadly Weapon 2 4 5 5 0 16 25%
Sexual Battery 3 1 2 2 0 8 100%
Stalking 1 1 1 2 0 5 100%
Assault 0 0 3 1 0 4 N/C
Rape 1 1 1 1 0 4 0%
Stabbing 2 0 0 0 0 2 N/C
Robbery, Attempt 0 0 0 1 0 1 N/C
TOTAL 80 105 112 137 13 447 30%
*N/C=Not Calculable
COVID
Disposition 2020 2021 2022 2023 01/01/2024
to 02/29/2024 Total
Active 1 2 1 8 1 13
Adult Arrested 10 16 15 17 2 60
Civil 1 0 0 0 0 1
Exceptionally Cleared 7 2 0 0 0 9
Inactive 15 22 33 32 0 102
Juvenile Arrested 0 2 1 0 0 3
Not an Offense 43 59 58 68 8 236
Prosectution Denied 0 0 0 3 0 3
Referred Other Agency 0 1 0 0 0 1
Sent to DA 0 0 1 5 2 8
Unfounded 3 1 3 2 0 9
Victim Refused to Cooperate 0 0 0 2 0 2
TOTAL 80 105 112 137 13 447
Disclaimer: The following data only shows calls for service relating to crimes against persons and other safety concerns in the downtown Redlands area. This data does not depict the overall calls for service and workload by Redlands Police Department.

D
A
H
DD
V
U
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26 38
19 7 5
1 2 4 1
6 7 7 7
11 8
1211 8
14 7
16 21
1717
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Battery: Time of Day Comparison
Battery: Downtown Redlands Calls For Service
Data: 01/01/2020 – 02/29/2024
Disclaimer: The following data only shows calls for service relating to crimes against persons and other safety concerns in the downtown Redlands area. This data does not depict the overall calls for service and workload by Redlands Police Department.

Midnight
Disposition 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024* Total
Active 1 1 0 4 0 6
Adult Arrested 5 8 10 9 1 33
Civil 1 0 0 0 0 1
Exceptionally Cleared 3 2 0 0 0 5
Inactive 8 15 18 16 0 57
Juvenile Arrested 0 0 0 0 0 0
Not an Offense 26 43 33 48 5 155
Prosectution Denied 0 0 0 1 0 1
Referred Other Agency 0 1 0 0 0 1
Sent to DA 0 0 1 5 2 8
Unfounded 1 0 3 0 0 4
Victim Refused to Cooperate 0 0 0 1 0 1
Total 45 70 65 84 8 272
D
F
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13 31
9 2 1 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 3 1 1 1 3 0 2
6 1 4 3
8 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Fights: Time of Day Comparison
Fights: Downtown Redlands Calls For Service
Data: 01/01/2020 – 02/29/2024
Disclaimer: The following data only shows calls for service relating to crimes against persons and other safety concerns in the downtown Redlands area. This data does not depict the overall calls for service and workload by Redlands Police Department.

Midnight
Disposition 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024* Total
Active 0 1 1 1 0 3
Adult Arrested 2 4 2 3 0 11
Exceptionally Cleared 2 0 0 0 0 2
Inactive 1 2 5 2 0 10
Not an Offense 12 15 17 15 3 62
Prosectution Denied 0 0 0 1 0 1
Unfounded 1 0 0 2 0 3
Total 18 22 25 24 3 92
D
F
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Robbery: Downtown Redlands Calls For Service
Data: 01/01/2020 – 02/29/2024
Disclaimer: The following data only shows calls for service relating to crimes against persons and other safety concerns in the downtown Redlands area. This data does not depict the overall calls for service and workload by Redlands Police Department.

Midnight
Disposition 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024* Total
Active 0 0 0 2 1 3
Adult Arrested 1 2 3 4 1 11
Inactive 4 2 6 8 0 20
Juvenile Arrested 0 2 0 0 0 2
Not an Offense 3 0 1 2 0 6
Prosecution Denied 0 0 0 1 0 1
Total 8 6 10 17 2 43
1 1 1
2 1
0 4
0 1
0 3 3
1 3
0 2
5 1
2 3 3
2 3
1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Robbery: Time of Day Comparison
*Not Included: Attempt Robbery (1) Year 2023, Not an Offense F
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Assaults: Downtown Redlands Calls For Service
Data: 01/01/2020 – 02/29/2024
Disclaimer: The following data only shows calls for service relating to crimes against persons and other safety concerns in the downtown Redlands area. This data does not depict the overall calls for service and workload by Redlands Police Department.

Midnight
0 4
2 1 1
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2 0
1 1
0 0
3 2
0 1 1 1
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Assaults: Time of Day Comparison
Disposition 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024* Total
Adult Arrested 0 2 0 1 0 3
Exceptionally Cleared 1 0 0 0 0 1
Inactive 0 0 3 5 0 8
Juvenile Arrested 0 0 1 0 0 1
Not an Offense 1 1 4 0 0 6
Unfounded 0 1 0 0 0 1
Total 2 4 8 6 0 20
*Not Included: Stabbing (2) - Year 2020, Adult Arrested (1) & Exceptionally Cleared (1)
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Sexual Battery, Stalking & Rape: Downtown Redlands Calls For Service Data: 01/01/2020 – 02/29/2024
Disclaimer: The following data only shows calls for service relating to crimes against persons and other safety concerns in the downtown Redlands area. This data does not depict the overall calls for service and workload by Redlands Police Department.

Midnight
Disposition 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024* Total
Active 0 0 0 1 0 1
Adult Arrested 1 0 0 0 0 1
Inactive 2 3 1 1 0 7
Not an Offense 1 0 3 2 0 6
Unfounded 1 0 0 0 0 1
Victim Refused to Cooperate 0 0 0 1 0 1
Total 5 3 4 5 0 17
1 1 1
0 1
0 0
1 1 1
3 0
1 0 0
3 1
2 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Sexual Battery, Stalking & Rape
Time of Day Comparison
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$ 105,000.00 FY 23/24 MUED BUDGET ALLOCATION FOR APPROVED TPC PROJECTS 1 5/25/2022 WABASH AVENUE MID‐BLOCK CROSSWALK (SYLVAN BOULEVARD‐MONTECITO LANE) COMPLETE $ 105,000.00

REMAINING

BUDGET COMMENTS
$ 22,625.50 $ 82,374.50
FY 23/24 EXPENDITURE FOR INSTALLATION COSTS ONLY
$29,098.67 DEVELOPER OBLIGATION$47,871.14 EXPENDITURE IN FY 22/23 FOR EQUIPMENT COST

TRAFFIC & PARKING COMMISSION

EXPENDITURE TRACKING WORKSHEET
FY 2023‐24 3/13/2024
ITEM
TPC

MEETING DESCRIPTION STATUS

AVAILABLE
BUDGET

UNBUDGETED

REVENUE

EXPENDITURE/

COST ESTIMATE
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Item
Traffic and Parking
Commission
Meeting
Description of Request
Recommended
for City Council?
City Council
Meeting
Approved by
City Council?
Work Order
Issued Work Order Status
Item Description of Request Work Order
Issued Work  Status
1 Install two (2) curve ahead warning signs on Sunset Drive between Kincaid Street and Ridge Street 3/14/2024 Pending Status of Work Orders Approved by  Staff
Traffic and Parking Commission Approved Items Work Order Status Work Order Status as of  March 14, 2024
None
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CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

ERIC SHAMP, CHAIR

CASSIE MACDUFF, VICE CHAIR

KEVIN MORNINGSTAR, COMMISSIONER

BILL WADDELL, COMMISSIONER

ANDREW HODER, COMMISSIONER

CARL DAVIS, COMMISSIONER

BENJAMIN DANIEL PEREZ, COMMMISSIONER
Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 6:00 P.M.

1. ATTENDANCE & CALL TO ORDER

2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Minutes of the regular meeting of March 28, 2024

3. PUBLIC COMMENT
The public is invited to speak on items not listed on this agenda, but within the jurisdiction of the Commission. However, no general discussion of such items, or action on such items, may be taken.

Comments are limited to three minutes.

4. OLD BUSINESS
A. Request to establish on-street parking restrictions on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street between Redlands Boulevard and Orange Street
B. Review and clarify Traffic and Parking Commission responsibilities and consider ordinance updates

5. COMMUNICATIONS
A. Crosswalk/Intersection Improvement Requests
a. Ford Street and Redlands Boulevard
b. Cajon Street and Highland Avenue
c. Citrus Avenue and 9th Street
B. 2024 Speed Survey Request for Proposal (RFP)
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CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Goutam K. Dobey of Municipal Utilities/Engineering Department at (909) 798-7584 x2. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. NOTE: Any writings or documents distributed to a majority of the Traffic and Parking Commission regarding an open session agenda item less than 72 hours before this meeting are available at https://www.cityofredlands.org/traffic-and-parking-commission for public inspection or at the Municipal Utilities & Engineering Department, 35 Cajon Street, Suite 15A by calling 909-789-7584 x 7. (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II)
C. Safety report on intersection collisions
D. Pavement Management Program (PMP) update
E. Status of Traffic and Parking Commission
budget
F. Status of work orders

6. COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS, REPORTS ON ACTIVITIES, AND/OR REQUEST

FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

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CITY OF REDLANDS

TRAFFIC AND PARKING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 6:00 P.M.

MINUTES

1. ATTENDANCE & CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Traffic and Parking Commission was called to order at 6:01 pm by Chairperson Eric Shamp.

Roll Call:

Present
Commissioners:

Eric Shamp
Staff:

Ryan Steinhaus, PD
Cassie MacDuff
Kevin Morningstar
Carl Davis
Andrew Hoder
Absent
Commissioners:

Bill Waddell (excused)
Benjamin D. Perez (excused)
Brian Desatnik, DSD
John Harris, MUED
Goutam Dobey, MUED
Charles Duggan, City Manager

2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Hoder and seconded by Commissioner Morningstar to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on January 25, 2024. By roll call vote of 5-0, the motion carried.

3. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mark Walker, resident, raised concerns about the intersection of Ford Street and Redlands Boulevard. He pointed out the absence of crosswalks, mentioned that the timing on eastbound Redlands Boulevard prioritizes the left-turning lane onto northbound Ford Street, causing issues, and noted minimal enforcement in the intersection. He suggested extending the phase for southbound Ford Street.

The commission requested a designated time on the agenda for making comments and proposing future agenda items.

4. OLD BUSINESS
4A. Request to establish on-street parking restrictions on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street between Redlands Boulevard and Orange Street
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Mr. Dobey stated that Arteco Partners, the owner of Redlands Public Market, seeks parking solutions for 330 N 3rd Street. The proposal, initially presented to the Traffic and Parking Commission on January 25, 2024, was revised after discussions with local businesses. Changes include converting parking in the Santa Fe district to 90- minute zones and establishing 10-minute parking in front of the market.

Glenn Fearon of Property One, LLC, was pleased to engage in discussions with the Redlands Public Market developer and the City regarding the parking restrictions. An additional comment suggested making Al Harris Lane one-way traffic.

Vice Chair MacDuff inquired about Property One's plans to prevent patrons of the Redlands Public Market from using their parking spaces. Mr. Fearon expressed concern about this issue and emphasized his dissatisfaction with the plan being accepted without a parking strategy.

The commission called upon Jerry Tessier, owner of the Redlands Public Market, to address their questions. Queries included whether the movie theater owners were contacted, how staff will indicate short-term parking, and why 90-minute parking was chosen over 2-hour parking. Mr. Tessier explained that efforts were made to contact the theater management but were unsuccessful. He clarified that the 90-minute parking zone was agreed upon by neighboring businesses. Mr. Harris clarified that the curb for short-term parking in front of the Public Market will be painted green, and signage can be added. Regarding public awareness of parking locations, Mr. Tessier mentioned the use of signage, QR codes, and social media. Questions were raised about the narrow curve transition between 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane and its suitability for fire vehicles, to which Mr. Tessier stated that the design engineer deemed it appropriate.

Business owner Bryan Bruce supported the suggestion of converting the area into a one-way street, citing safety concerns at the Orange Street and Al Harris Lane intersection.

Vice Chair MacDuff proposed adding more 90-minute parking by reducing 10-minute parking to two (2) or three (3) spaces and studying the possibility of making Al Harris Lane one-way westbound. Commissioner Morningstar expressed concern about imposing public parking restrictions for the benefit of one (1) business and recommended that the Public Market owner reach out to the theater owners to explore using their parking spaces. He also supported studying the one-way street proposal and suggested deferring the agenda item. Commissioner Hoder suggested installing a traffic signal on Al Harris Lane and Orange Street to facilitate left turns onto Orange Street and inquired about the potential traffic impact of future developments on the north side of Al Harris Lane and their parking needs. Chair Shamp noted that State Street has precedence for requesting parking restrictions, proposed studying the one-way street suggestion, asked staff to determine if State Street has a similar ratio of 10-minute parking zones per restaurant for comparison, and requested directional signage to the public parking lot.

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The commission decided to table the item for further discussion to the next meeting.
4B. Request to clarify and distinguish the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission with regard to the responsibilities and duties of the Planning Commission
Chair Shamp proposed discussing agenda items 4B, 4C, and 4D together since they are related and suggested combining them into one (1) agenda item in the future. He briefly introduced the agenda items.

Mr. Harris explained that, after consulting with the City Attorney, some suggested items fall outside the purview of the Traffic and Parking Commission, such as addressing parking issues on private property, which falls under the Planning Commission's jurisdiction. However, the City Attorney had no issue with the commission being involved in multifamily projects that impact public right-of-way or non-vehicular traffic issues. Mr. Harris mentioned that altering the definition of certain terms related to vehicles or traffic is challenging due to the complexity of various codes and laws.

The commission requested staff to draft language to amend the municipal code and address non-motorized traffic and multifamily projects within their jurisdiction.

The commission also inquired about how they would be informed about issues within their purview presented to the Planning Commission. Mr. Harris stated he will provide some ideas at the next meeting. The commission sought clarification on the difference between a resolution and an ordinance. Mr. Duggan clarified that a resolution signifies a certain course of action, while an ordinance carries the weight of law. Commissioners do not have the authority to pass ordinances or resolutions.

They can only make recommendations to the City Council.

Vice Chair MacDuff commended Chairperson Shamp for his editorials, viewing them as educational for the City. She asked about the process for commissioners to write editorials. Mr. Harris suggested presenting the idea to the commissioner first, and he could determine if it needs approval from the City Attorney. Chairperson Shamp suggested making it clear in the editorial that the comment represents the individual and not the commission or the City.

This item was tabled for further discussion to the next meeting. 4C. Request to clarify the scope of the Traffic and Parking Commission with regard to non-motorized traffic
This item was tabled for further discussion at the next meeting.

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4D. Request to update ordinances regarding bicycle licenses This item was tabled for further discussion to the next meeting.

5. COMMUNICATIONS
5A. Safety report on downtown parking
Mr. Dobey indicated that the request originated from our Downtown Parking Study discussions, where the commission examined parking conditions and future possibilities for parking in Redlands. As part of the study, a survey was conducted, revealing safety concerns in certain parking areas. In response, the commission deemed it important to further investigate and obtain a safety report specifically for the studied area.

Sgt. Steinhaus presented the safety report, focusing on crimes against persons and other calls for service that may pose safety concerns within or near downtown Redlands parking locations. The analysis included police data from January 01, 2020, to February 29, 2024. Sgt. Steinhaus proceeded to provide an overview of the safety report.

Questions were raised regarding whether the report could detail what happens after an officer resolves a call for service, including the disposition of the call. 5B. Status of Traffic and Parking Commission budget
Mr. Dobey provided an overview of TPC budget expenditures, noting that $82,000 remains unutilized. Mr. Harris clarified that unused TPC funds do not carry over to the next fiscal year.

The commission requested to include on a future agenda the installation of crosswalks on Highland Avenue and Cajon Street, as well as allowing sidewalks along Prospect Park.

Vice Chair MacDuff proposed potential uses for the unspent budget, such as directional signs for downtown parking and extending the left turn lane pocket on southbound California Street at Redlands Boulevard.
5C. Status of work orders
Mr. Dobey presented a slide and provided a brief overview of the status of work orders that were previously recommended by the Commission and approved by City Council, and the status of work orders which do not require Commission recommendation and have been approved and completed by city staff in accordance with the Redlands Municipal Code.

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5D. Roundabouts presentation
Mr. Dobey gave a presentation on roundabouts beginning with an introduction to what roundabouts are and why they are effective traffic management tools. It covered various types of roundabouts and outlined their pros, such as safety benefits like reduced conflict points and crash reduction, as well as reduced delay for drivers.

The presentation then delved into specific examples of conceptual designs for roundabouts, including Ford St/5th Ave, Colton/Dearborn Ave, and a mini-roundabout at Highland/Cedar/Crown. Additionally, it highlighted roundabouts in neighboring cities, such as Yucaipa Blvd & 2nd St and Yucaipa Blvd & California St in the City of Yucaipa, and Flint Ave & 6th St in the City of Long Beach.

The discussion focused on traffic impacts during construction, roundabout costs, and truck maneuverability. Mr. Harris clarified that roundabouts can be constructed in phases to maintain traffic flow. He noted that while roundabout costs are higher than signals, their maintenance costs are lower. Additionally, roundabouts are designed with truck aprons to facilitate truck turns. Vice Chair MacDuff voiced support for roundabouts but cautioned about potential rush hour backups on high-volume roads.

Chairperson Shamp echoed support for roundabouts as another viable solution worth exploring.

6. ADJOURNMENT – Next regular meeting will be held on May 23, 2024.

Before adjournment, Chairperson Shamp asked if there were any comments or requests for future agenda items by the commission.

Commissioner Davis expressed his discontent for the lack of traffic enforcement and requested that the police gather data on the effectiveness of controlled intersections.

He asked for citations for all controlled intersections in the 2022 and 2023 calendar years.

Vice Chair MacDuff asked when City Council was presented with the idea of Citrus Avenue as a one-way street. Mr. Harris clarified that City Council was presented with the idea of a one-way street on Citrus Avenue as part of TPC’s recommendations of the Downtown Parking Study.

Commissioner Morningstar stated that the commission should look at signal timing, inquired about the current pavement management plan, and commented on the low visibility of striping on some city streets.

The meeting was adjourned by Chairperson Shamp at 8:37 p.m.

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City of

REDLANDS
Incorporated 1888
Municipal Utilities & Engineering Department

MEMORANDUM
TO: Eric Shamp, Traffic and Parking Commission Chair
FROM: Johana Silva, Associate Engineer
DATE: May 15, 2024
SUBJECT: Parking Restrictions on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street Staff Memo Overview:

Arteco Partners owns the Redlands Public Market, a future development at 330 N 3rd Street with approximately twenty (20) small restaurants in a historic building lacking on-site parking. The market will rely on public parking options amid the Santa Fe Historic District. The proposal aims to discourage long-term parking in prime on-street spaces, encouraging extended stays to use offstreet lots and the Stuart Avenue parking garage.

Proposal Details:

The proposal was presented to the Traffic and Parking Commission on January 25, 2024, leading to further discussions with local business owners. These discussions resulted in revised recommendations, now proposing:
• Ninety-Minute Parking Zones: Implementation of 90-minute parking zones on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street, effective from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
• Ten-Minute Parking Zone: Establishment of a 10-minute parking zone on 3rd Street in front of Redlands Public Market for quick takeout pickups and delivery driver use.

Further Research and Recommendations:

During the March 28th TPC meeting, the commission directed staff to investigate the following:

1. Conversion of Al Harris Lane to One-Way Westbound: To convert Al Harris Lane to one-way westbound, northbound traffic on 3rd Street will need to be redirected. This can be avoided by JOHN R. HARRIS
Director
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converting both 3rd Street and Al Harris Lane to one-way streets. This configuration could add approximately thirty-one (31) angled parking spaces, similar to the amount initially proposed with parallel parking. However, the one-way configuration could lead to vehicle spillback onto Orange Street during peak times due to having only one entry point and lane, which would decrease the maximum traffic flow in the area.

2. State Street Parking Ratio: Attachment B depicts the parking stalls on State Street between Cajon Street and Redlands Boulevard, which include a combination of ADA stalls, 30-minute, and 2-hour parking zones. The diagram considers only the parking stalls and eateries fronting State Street. The ratio of eateries to 30-minute parking is 13:5, while the ratio of eateries to 2- hour parking is 13:140.

3. Parking Signs to Stuart Street Parking: Signs guiding motorists to the Stuart Street Parking Lot can be placed from the 3rd Street/Al Harris Lane exit points to the parking lot. It is recommended that these signs show a right turn arrow from exit points to reduce left turns and congestion in the area.

4. Traffic Signal at Orange Street and Al Harris Lane: Staff recommends against installing a traffic signal at the proposed traffic signal. It is located approximately 400 feet from two traffic signals and 100 feet from railroad tracks. The proximately to the railroad track presents safety concerns including potential signal confusion and queue spillback onto the tracks, increasing collision risks. Additionally, traffic flow could be disrupted, leading to congestion and delays, especially during peak hours or frequent train passages.

Please review these recommendations and provide further direction on how to proceed.

Thank you,
Johana Silva
Associate Engineer
[email protected]
(909) 798-7584 x7
Attachments:

A – One-Way Street Exhibit
B – State Street Parking Ratio
C – Parking Signs Exhibit
D – Proposed Parking Restrictions Map

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CITY OF REDLANDS Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department EXHIBIT AL HARRIS LANE & 3RD STREET ONE-WAY STREET WITH ANGLED PARKING NTSSHEET 1 OF 1 AL HARRIS LANE

ORANGE STREET REDLANDS BLVD
3RD STREET . .

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STATE STREET PARKING

PARKING RATIO PER EATERY
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 161 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 LEGEND
30-MIN PARKING ZONE 2-HR PARKING ZONE ADA PARKING FREIGHT LOADING Designation No. of Parking Spaces Ratio (Eatery:Parking Spaces)2-Hour Zone 13:14030-min Zone 13:5ADA 13:10Freight Loading 13:1Total SpacesRestaurants/Eateries Fronting State Street 13 Total Businesses Fronting State Street
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6TH STREET
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REDLANDS BLVD

PARKING DESIGNATION DIAGRAM OF STATE STREET BETWEEN CAJON STREET AND REDLANDS BOULEVARD 1405101
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7TH STREET
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ORANGE ST

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PUBLIC PARKING

SIGN OPTIONS
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Traffic Collisions Report January 2022 – December 2023
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Traffic Collisions January 2022 – December 2023
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Citations January 2022 – December 2023
Warning/Verb Written Citation Adult Citation Juvenile
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Traffic Citation
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Traffic Collisions by Weekday January 2022 – December 2023 City of Redlands Traffic Commission
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
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Traffic Collisions by Time-of-Day January 2022 – December 2023 City of Redlands Traffic Commission
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Collision by Intersections Map January 2022 – December 2023 City of Redlands Traffic Commission
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Intersections with Traffic Lights and Stop Signs
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$ 105,000.00 FY 23/24 MUED BUDGET ALLOCATION FOR APPROVED TPC PROJECTS $ 3,267.62 $ 79,106.88 EXPENDITURE FOR EQUIPMENT ONLY INSTALLATION PERFORMED IN-HOUSE 2 3/7/2024 PURCHASE ORDER FOR TWO AMBER FLASHING BEACON FOR CURVE AHEAD SIGN ON SAN TIMOTEO CANYON ROAD EAST OF NEVADA STREET COMPLETE $ 82,374.50

TRAFFIC & PARKING COMMISSION

EXPENDITURE TRACKING WORKSHEET
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$47,871.14 EXPENDITURE IN FY 22/23 FOR EQUIPMENT COST
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for City Council?
City Council
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Item Description of Request Work Order
Issued Work  Status
1 Install two (2) curve ahead warning signs on Sunset Drive between Kincaid Street and Ridge Street 3/14/2024 Completed Status of Work Orders Approved by  Staff
Work Order Status as of  May 14, 2024
Traffic and Parking Commission Approved Items Work Order Status None
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ARTECO PARTNERS
May 28, 2024
John R. Harris
Municipal Utilities & Engineering Director
P.O. Box 3005
35 Cajon Street, Suite 15A
Redlands, CA 92373
[email protected]
Dear Mr. Harris:

I would like to formally request that the City Council agendize and consider our request for the addition of on-street parking restrictions in the Santa Fe Depot district on Al Harris Lane and 3rd Street. The Traffic and Transportation Commission failed to move on a recommendation after several public hearings. With the completion of Redlands Public Market and several new buildings by Property One, it is important to establish these restrictions before the end of Summer.

We have outreached with the affected property owners and held a working group meeting with City staff, and consensus was reached on what is believed to be the optimal on-street parking restrictions. These restrictions are important to incoming businesses that require some convenient, short-term customer parking. Unrestricted on-street parking will result in employee and other “long-term” parking that will take up valuable customer parking.

Redlands Public Market is a collection of 18 micro-restaurants and businesses at 330 3rd Street located in the historically designated MOD Packing House which is historically exempt from on-site parking and as such depends on public parking both on-street and off-street. When we acquired the building from the City Redevelopment Agency there was early discussion of enacting on-street parking restrictions when the project would come to fruition.

Currently there are no parking restrictions on either Street. It is a commonly-accepted principle that onstreet parking should prioritize short-term customer visits where retail/commercial businesses are located. Without parking restrictions, “long-term” parking such as employees of local businesses will undoubtedly park as close as they can to their destination. This approach does not serve the public well. A short-term convenience customer will possibly be precluded from parking or not return again if it is too difficult to park, whereas an employee will certainly park a further distance away and walk to work despite the extra distance, or someone planning to patronize multiple businesses and spend a half day in downtown Redlands will certainly be more tolerant of parking a further distance.

Currently many areas of downtown benefit from 2-hour parking restrictions (and a small percentage of 30 minute parking spaces). The consensus of the property owners in the Santa Fe District is to enact 90-minute parking restrictions on both Al Harris and 3rd Street, with the exception of one area of shorter term parking in front of Redlands Public Market. There was also consensus on the hours of parking Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1901 of 2362
restrictions from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM in order to permit longer late night and overnight parking visits from future planned residential developments.

As you know well, it is imperative that restaurants have short term convenient customer parking to address quick trips for customers picking up take-out food, grabbing a quick coffee or juice on site, for food delivery services, and other short trips. This has become especially important post pandemic when the percentage of off-site dining, to-go, and delivery sales has skyrocketed. Most every prospective and future tenant of RPM has asked about short term parking on street and they find it critical for their business model to succeed.

After getting input and consensus from neighboring property owners, Arteco Partner’s request is to designate the 3rd Street curb adjacent to RPM as 10-minute restricted parking, which would allow approximately five (5) such short-term spaces. This can be easily achieved with green curb paint and markings and a few select signs. We will actively monitor the usage of these stalls to see if parking restrictions should be proposed to be amended since it is in everyone’s interest to maximize on-street parking usage. These spaces can likewise benefit businesses in the new construction across Al Harris street as these spaces will be their closest on-street parking.

Parking is of course not an exact science and there is consensus amongst the affected property owners that we need to analyze parking utilization once the District is fully open and operational and revisit as needed these parking restrictions.

Arteco Partners was privileged to be selected by the City to redevelop the MOD Packing House and we continue to appreciate the City Council’s support in bringing a unique food hall experience to downtown Redlands. We would appreciate your deliberation and decision at the soonest possible date prior to RPM and other businesses opening in the District.

Attached for reference is the proposed on-street parking restriction map. I can be available for any questions.

Sincerely,
Jerry Tessier
[email protected]
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City Council Meeting K. 3.

DATE: 07/16/2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution No. 8610 to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program prepared for the proposed Sunset Reservoir Replacement Project in accordance with Section 15074 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines (Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Harris)
MOTION(S):

If City Council determines the staff recommendation is appropriate, the following motion is provided:

I move to approve Resolution No. 8610.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 8610 to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program for the proposed Sunset Reservoir Replacement Project in accordance with Section 15074 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines.

DISCUSSION:

Project Location:

The proposed Sunset Reservoir Replacement Project (Project) site is located in the City of Redlands (City) in San Bernardino County, California. The Project is situated south of Helen Drive in the City. The existing City reservoir is located west of Helen Court. The proposed reservoirs will be located east of the existing reservoir on an approximately twenty-two (22) acre site. Both the existing reservoir and Project site are on City property. The City owns and manages the following parcels:

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APN 0300-451-13: 3.20 Acres
APN 0300-451-14: 2.50 Acres
APN 0300-451-24: 8.57 Acres
APN 0300-451-25: 7.78 Acres
The Project site is accessible from Helen Court along Helen Drive. Helen Drive is located south of Sunset Drive South. Sunset Drive South becomes Alta Vista Drive to the east. Helen Court is a publicly accessed road. Interstate 10 (I-10) is located approximately one (1) mile to the north-east.

Project Description:

The City of Redlands Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department proposes the construction of two (2) new partially buried potable water reservoirs with approximately fourteen (14) million gallons (MG) of total storage capacity on City property, adjacent to the existing three (3) MG reservoir. The Project is proposed to be constructed on parcels 0300-451-25 and 0300-451-14, which will cover approximately forty-six percent (46%) of the four (4) City-owned parcels at this location. The Project site will be accessed by an asphalt and gravel driveway from Helen Court and two (2) parking spaces will be installed for maintenance access. The site will remain unmanned. Maintenance will occur on a monthly and as-needed basis by City employees. Landscaping will be maintained by the City. The existing water reservoir will continue to function during construction of the new reservoir(s). Once operational, the existing reservoir will be removed.

Project construction will require multiple workers using equipment such as loaders, pick-up trucks, backhoes, water trucks for dust suppression, cranes, asphalt paving equipment, and excavators. Project materials will be staged within the existing vacant parcels currently managed by the City. Construction of the Proposed Project includes, but is not limited to, excavation and grading to construct water reservoir pads and internal driveways, construction of the two (2) new partially buried potable water reservoirs and ancillary facilities such as a pump station and valve vaults. A retaining wall and security fence will be installed to secure the Project site. Architectural coatings will be added to the reservoirs to blend with the existing environment.

Summary of Cultural Resources Investigations:

To identify cultural resources that could be affected by the Project, various environmental investigations were conducted by the City's environmental Consultant, the Chambers Group (Chambers). Chambers requested and reviewed records from the California Historical Resources Information System (CHRIS) South-Central Coastal Information Center (SCCIC) at California State University, Fullerton. The SCCIC provided the requested records on April 11, 2023, which included information about documented cultural resources and previous archaeological investigations within the study area. Resources consulted during the records search conducted by the SCCIC included the Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1945 of 2362
consulted during the records search conducted by the SCCIC included the NRHP, California Historical Landmarks (CHL), California Points of Historical Interest (CPHI), California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Historic Highway Bridge Inventory, the California State Historic Resources Inventory, local registries of historic properties, and a review of available Sanborn Fire Insurance maps as well as historical photographs, maps, and aerial imagery.

The task also included a search for potential prehistoric and/or historic burials (human remains) evident in previous site records and/or historical maps.

Additionally, the Chambers Group submitted a request to the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) for a review of the Sacred Land Files (SLF) for the Project site and surrounding vicinity. Based on the records on-file with the SCCIC, nine (9) cultural resource studies have previously been completed within the study area. Of these nine (9) reports, two (2) bisect the Project site.

Additionally, two (2) previously recorded cultural resources are recorded within the study area. None are located within the Project site.

An intensive field inventory and survey of the Project area was completed on July 31, 2023. The survey consisted of a systematic surface inspection of the Project site areas that were safely accessible and visible. The Project site was transected at ten (10) meter intervals to ensure that any evidence of surface-exposed cultural materials and/or evidence of paleontological resources could be identified. No prehistoric resources were identified during the field survey.

Environmental Review:

The Chambers Group prepared an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The IS/MND was made available for public review and comment for thirty (30) days as required (State Clearinghouse No. 2024040090) between April 2, 2024, to May 2, 2024. The Notice of Intent was published in the Sun Newspaper at the beginning of the public review period. The environmental documents were also made available for public review on the City’s website at 'https://www.cityofredlands.org/environmental-documents'.

Mitigation Measures: The Initial Study recommends a Mitigated Negative Declaration with fifteen (15) mitigation measures which pertain to Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Paleontological Resources, and Tribal Cultural Resources. Most mitigation measures pertain to the construction phase of the project (e.g., construction activities, site improvements, or construction materials) and there are no aspects of the Project after construction that will require ongoing future monitoring for CEQA purposes. The mitigation measures will ensure that the effects of the Project will remain less than significant and are summarized in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program within the IS/MND.

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mitigation measures will be incorporated into the Project construction phase.

There is no substantial evidence of any potentially significant environmental effects as a result of the Project, and a Mitigated Negative Declaration is the appropriate environmental determination.

Public Comments: In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, the draft IS/MND was posted for public review and comment from April 2, 2024, to May 2, 2024. During the thirty (30) day comment period, no comments were received.

ALTERNATIVES:

City Council may deny the staff recommendation. However, this will prevent the City from acquiring the Division of Drinking Water Domestic Water Supply Permit necessary to engineer and construct the project.

STRATEGIC PLAN:

Priority D, Strategic Objective 3 - Infrastructure. Develop and implement Water and Wastewater Utility Master Plans to ensure facilities are improved and maintained to meet the needs of our expanding community SUBMITTED BY:

John R. Harris, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director RECOMMENDED BY:

Charles M. Duggan Jr., City Manager
REVIEWED BY:

Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney
Danielle Garcia, Management Services/Finance Director
Goutam K. Dobey, City Engineer
PREPARED BY:

Veronica Medina, Associate Engineer
Fiscal Impact
Discussion:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

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Attachments
A. Resolution No. 8610
B. Initial Study/ Mitigated Negative Declaration
C. Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program
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1 I:\cmo\Resolutions\8610 Adopting MND and MMRP for Sunset Reservoir Replacement Project.docx-ms RESOLUTION NO. 8610

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS

ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND MITIGATION

MONITORING/REPORTING PROGRAM FOR THE PROPOSED SUNSET
RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT PROJECT LOCATED ON APN: 0300-451-13; 0300-451-14; 0300-451-24; 0300-451-25.

WHEREAS, an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration (“MND”) for the proposed Sunset Reservoir Replacement Project (“Project”) was prepared for the City of Redlands which was circulated for public review for a period of thirty days beginning on April 2, 2024, and ending on May 2, 2024;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Redlands as follows:

Section 1. CEQA Compliance. The City Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Initial Study and MND, related technical studies and analyses, acknowledgement that no public comments received, and determines that the MND and related documents contain a complete and accurate reporting of the environmental impacts and mitigation measures associated with the Project.

Section 2. Independent Judgment of Lead Agency. The City Council has exercised independent judgment and analysis in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 21082.1(c)(3) in that the City Council analyzed the MND and accompanying technical studies/reports and finds that the MND reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the City.

Section 3. Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration. The City Council finds on the basis of the whole record that there is no substantial evidence that the Project will have a significant effect on the environment, including mitigation measures and any Project design features, and hereby adopts the MND for the Project.

Section 4. Adoption of Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program. Pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21081.6, the City hereby adopts the Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program attached to the MND, and all mitigation measures are included as conditions of approval for the Project.

Section 5. Notice of Determination. The City Council hereby adopts the MND for the Project and the accompanying Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and direct staff to file and post a Notice of Determination in accordance with the State CEQA Guidelines.

Section 6. Effective Date. This Resolution shall take effect upon adoption.

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2 I:\cmo\Resolutions\8610 Adopting MND and MMRP for Sunset Reservoir Replacement Project.docx-ms ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this 16th day of July, 2024. ________________________
Eddie Tejeda, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk
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3 I:\cmo\Resolutions\8610 Adopting MND and MMRP for Sunset Reservoir Replacement Project.docx-ms I, Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk of the City of Redlands, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 16th day of July, 2024, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk
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FINAL INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED

NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Sunset Reservoir Project

CITY OF REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA
Prepared for:

CITY OF REDLANDS
Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department
35 Cajon Street, Suite 15A
Redlands, CA 92373
Prepared by:

CHAMBERS GROUP, INC.
3151 Airway Ave., Suite F208,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(949) 261-5414
June 2024
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION 1.0 – INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................4

1.1 DRAFT INITIAL STUDY / MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION.................................................... 4

1.2 AVAILABILITY OF THE NOI AND IS/MND....................................................................................... 4 SECTION 2.0 – PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING ...............................................5

2.1 PROJECT PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND....................................................................................... 5

2.2 PROJECT LOCATION AND SITE CHARACTERISTICS ........................................................................ 5

2.2.1 Project Site Location ........................................................................................................ 5

2.2.2 Project Site Access and Circulation.................................................................................. 5

2.2.3 General Plan/Zoning ........................................................................................................ 5

2.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................. 6

2.3.1 Parking and Hardscape .................................................................................................... 6

2.3.2 Operations and Ongoing Maintenance............................................................................ 6

2.3.3 Construction..................................................................................................................... 6

2.4 REQUIRED PERMITS AND APPROVALS.......................................................................................... 6

2.4.1 Permits and Approvals..................................................................................................... 7 SECTION 3.0 – FINDINGS...................................................................................................................10 SECTION 4.0 – MITIGATION MEASURES ............................................................................................11 SECTION 5.0 – CIRCULATION.............................................................................................................16 SECTION 6.0 – RESPONSE TO COMMENTS.........................................................................................17 SECTION 7.0 – MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION.........................................................................18 APPENDIX A – AIR QUALITY and GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS REPORT APPENDIX B – BIOLOGICAL RECONNAISSANCE ASSESSMENT
APPENDIX C – CULTURAL RESOURCES SURVEY and STUDY LETTER REPORT APPENDIX D – PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT
APPENDIX E – NOISE IMPACT ANALYSIS
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LIST OF FIGURES
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4 SECTION 1.0 – INTRODUCTION

1.1 DRAFT INITIAL STUDY / MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION On April 2, 2024, the City of Redlands (City) distributed the Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the Sunset Reservoir Project to public agencies and the general public. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 21091 and State CEQA Guidelines Section 15073, a 30-day public review period for the Draft IS/MND was provided from April 2, 2024 to May 1, 2024. The City Council will review the IS/MND for adoption on July 16, 2024, at its regularly scheduled meeting located at City’s office located at 35 Cajon Street, Suite 15A, Redlands, California.

1.2 AVAILABILITY OF THE NOI AND IS/MND
The NOI and the IS/MND were available for review at the following locations:
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2.1 PROJECT PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND
The City of Redlands (City) is proposing to construct two new reservoir tanks (Proposed Project) to be located on Helen Court, near East Sunset Drive in the City (Project site). The Proposed Project will safeguard public health by expanding the capacities of the reservoirs to meet public drinking water demands, which is critical as the City continues to be impacted by multi-decade drought. The Proposed Project will allow the City to treat and store more water during wet periods for distribution during dry periods.

A Condition, Seismic, and Structural Assessment (Assessment) was completed for water facilities located throughout the City. The results of the Assessment included recommendations for rehabilitating and/or replacing facilities and adding facilities within the City to improve drought resiliency by increasing storage capacity. Based on the water needs of the City, the Project proposes to install two new above ground factory-coated bolt carbon steel tank with an approximately 14 million gallon (MG) total capacity. To construct the tanks, the City requires a permit from the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Division of Drinking Water (DDW) which requires California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents to be submitted.

2.2 PROJECT LOCATION AND SITE CHARACTERISTICS

2.2.1 Project Site Location
The Project site is located south of Helen Drive in the City. The existing City reservoir is located west of Helen Court. The proposed tanks will be located east of the existing reservoir. Both the existing reservoir and Project site are within City property. The City owns and manages the following parcels:
• APN 0300-451-13: 3.20 Acres
• APN 0300-451-14: 2.50 Acres
• APN 0300-451-24: 8.57 Acres
• APN 0300-451-25: 7.78 Acres
The reservoir tanks will be located at parcel 0300-451-25 and 0300-451-14.

2.2.2 Project Site Access and Circulation
Project site access would be via Helen Court along Helen Drive. Helen Drive is located south of East Sunset Drive. East Sunset Drive becomes Alta Vista Drive to the east. Helen Court is a publicly accessed road.

Interstate 10 (I-10) is located approximately 1 mile to the north.

2.2.3 General Plan/Zoning
The Project site is within the Highland-Canyons subarea within the City’s sphere of influence. The site is zoned as Specific Plan 59 (SP 59) / Flood Plain (FP-1 - Flood Plain District) according to the City’s Zoning Map and with a General Plan land use designation of Resource Preservation. SP 59, also known as the Sector 8 Specific Plan, is located within the central portion of the southeast General Plan Amendment.

Land uses within SP 59 were noted as single family residential and open space.

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Land area to the immediate north, east, and south are zoned as SP 59. To the immediate west, the parcels are zoned as Single-Family Residential, Rural Residential District (R-R). General plan land uses to the west, south, and east are designated as Resource Preservation, and to the north as Very Low Density Residential.

2.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The City of Redlands Municipal Utilites and Engineering Department proposes the construction of two new above ground factory-coated bolt carbon steel tank with an approximately 14 MG total capacity on City property, adjacent to the existing reservoir. The Proposed Project will develop on parcels 0300-451- 25 and 0300-451-14, which will cover approximately 46% of the total City-owned parcels.

2.3.1 Parking and Hardscape
One driveway will connect the existing water tank and Helen Court. The driveway will be constructed utilizing asphalt/gravel. Two parking spaces will be installed for maintenance purposes. The site will remain unmanned.

2.3.2 Operations and Ongoing Maintenance
Maintenance will occur on a monthly and as-needed basis by City employees. Landscaping will be maintained by the City. The existing water tank will continue to function while the new reservoir tanks are constructed; once operational the existing water tank would cease operations.

2.3.3 Construction
Construction of the Proposed Project will require multiple workers using equipment such as loaders, pickup trucks, backhoe, water truck for dust suppression, crane, asphalt paver, and excavators. Project materials will be staged within the existing vacant parcels currently managed by the City. Construction of the Proposed Project include, but are not limited to, excavation and grading to construct water tank pads and internal driveways, construction of two new above ground factory-coated bolt carbon steel tank with an approximately 14 MG total capacity and ancillary facilities such as a pump station, and valve vaults. A retaining wall with chain link fence will be installed to surround the reservoir. Architectural coatings will be added for the tanks to blend with the existing environment.

Construction Schedule
The Project is expected to break ground in 2024 and be completed by 2025. Construction activities will take place from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. No construction work will occur on Sundays or holidays per the City’s Community Noise Control section Chapter 8.06 of the Municipal Code.

2.4 REQUIRED PERMITS AND APPROVALS
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Responsible Agencies
• California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Division of Drinking Water (DDW) Reviewing Agencies
• South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
• Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC), and tribes requesting consultation

2.4.1 Permits and Approvals
The following permits and approvals may be required prior to construction of the Project:
• Site Plan review
• Grading Permit
• Building Permit
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SECTION 3.0 – FINDINGS
An Initial Study has been prepared to assess the Proposed Project's potential impacts on the environment and the significance of those impacts and was incorporated in the Draft MND. Based on this Initial Study, it has been determined that the Proposed Project would not have any significant impacts on the environment once all proposed mitigation measures have been implemented. This conclusion is supported by the following findings:
▪ No potential was found for adverse impacts on Mineral Resources, Population and Housing, and Recreation, associated with the Proposed Project.
▪ Potential adverse impacts resulting from the Proposed Project were found to be less than significant in the following areas: Aesthetics, Agriculture and Forestry Resources, Air Quality, Energy, Geology and Soils (excluding paleontological resources), Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Hydrology and Water Quality, Land Use and Planning, Noise, Public Services, Transportation, Utilities and Service Systems and Wildfire. ▪ Full implementation of the proposed mitigation measures included in this MND would reduce potential project-related adverse impact on Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Geology and Soils (paleontological resources), and Tribal Cultural Resources to a less than significant level.

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SECTION 4.0 – MITIGATION MEASURES
The following mitigation measures have been incorporated into the scope of work for the Proposed Project and will be fully implemented by the City to avoid or minimize adverse environmental impacts identified in this MND. These mitigation measures will be included in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) prepared for this Project.

BIO-1: The Project site has low to moderate potential to have the following special status plant species to be present on-site: slender-horned spineflower (Dodecahema leptoceras), chaparral sand-verbena (Abronia villosa var. aurita), Jaeger's milk-vetch (Astragalus pachypus var. jaegeri), mesa horkelia (Horkelia cuneata var. puberula), Hall's monardella (Monardella macrantha subsp. hallii), Brand's star phacelia (Phacelia stellaris), chaparral ragwort (Senecio aphanactis), Parry's spineflower (Chorizanthe parryi var. parryi), and Santa Ana River woollystar (Eriastrum densifolium subsp. sanctorum).

Therefore, a qualified botanist must be retained by the Project applicant to conduct a protocol level focused plant survey prior to construction at the location of the water tanks to identify if any special status plant species are present on site. The focused plant survey shall be conducted during the appropriate blooming period or when each species is conspicuous and readily identifiable by a qualified botanist. If any special status plant species are observed, they will be mapped, counted, and recorded.

When feasible, construction activities will avoid impacts to the areas with special status plant species if found. The special status plants identified shall be protected by a buffer zone established by a qualified botanist prior to construction. If the qualified botanist determines that the special status plants cannot be avoided and a buffer zone cannot be established, then further mitigation for the impacted species will be required. This may include payment of an in-lieu fee, preservation of suitable habitat elsewhere off the Project site, collection of seeds, transplanting, or another form of mitigation as approved by the resource agencies.

BIO-2: To minimize potential impacts to nesting birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) within the Project, construction activities shall take place outside nesting season (February 1 to August 31) to the greatest extent practicable.

If construction activities must occur during nesting season, a preconstruction nesting bird survey shall be conducted prior to initiation of ground-disturbing activities. The survey shall be completed within 14 days prior to ground disturbing activities which consists of but are not limited to tree removal, trenching, and grading. The survey shall be scheduled with and conducted by a qualified biologist in coordination with the City and onsite construction manager.

During the survey, should nesting birds or their nests be encountered a minimum buffer zone around occupied nests should be determined by a qualified biologist to avoid impacts to the active nest. The buffer shall range at a minimum of 100 to 300 feet. The buffer should be maintained during physical ground-disturbing activities. Avoidance Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1962 of 2362
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measures shall be implemented if the biologist finds that they are required to not impact the nests including but not limited to noise, activity, and design modifications, worker education, signage, buffers and/or temporary fencing. Once the biologist has determined that the nesting has ceased and the nestlings have fledged, the buffer may be removed.

CUL-1: The City shall retain the services of a Qualified Archaeologist, meeting the Secretary of the Interior Standards, or County requirements, whichever is the greater. The Qualified Archaeologist shall remain on-call throughout the Project. Upon approval or request by the City, a cultural resources mitigation plan (CRMP) outlining procedures for cultural resources monitoring, mitigation, treatment, and data recovery of any unanticipated discovery shall be prepared for the Project and submitted to the City for review and approval. The development and implementation of the CRMP shall include consultations with the City as well as a requirement that the curation of any significant cultural resources recovered under any scenario shall be through an appropriate repository agreed upon by the City. If the City accepts ownership, the curation location may be revised.

CUL-2: In the event of the discovery of previously unidentified and/or potential cultural resources, the City, and/or its Contractor, shall immediately cease all work activities within an area of not less than 50 feet of the discovery. The City or its Contractor shall immediately contact the City and the City-retained on-call Qualified Archaeologist. Except in the case of cultural items that fall within the scope of the California Health and Safety Code 7050.5, CEQA Section 15064.5, or California PRC Section 5097.98, the discovery of any cultural resource within the Project site shall not be grounds for a project-wide “stop work” notice or otherwise interfere with the Project’s continuation except as set forth in this mitigation measure. Additionally, any consulting Native American Tribal groups that requested notification of any unanticipated discovery of cultural resources on the Project shall be notified and included in subsequent consultation appropriately. In the event of an unanticipated discovery of cultural resources during construction, the City-retained Qualified Archaeologist shall evaluate the significance of the materials prior to resuming any construction-related activities in the vicinity of the find. If a CRMP is prepared for the Project, the protocols for mitigation or treatment of cultural resources will be implemented. If the Qualified Archaeologist determines that the discovery constitutes a significant resource under CEQA and it cannot be avoided, the City shall implement an archaeological data recovery program.

CUL-3: If cultural resources are encountered during the Project, the Qualified Archaeologist shall prepare a report summarizing any and all prehistoric or historic archaeological finds as well as providing follow-up reports of any finds to the South Central Coastal Information Center (SCCIC), as required.

PAL-1: Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the City shall be required to obtain the services of a Qualified Project Paleontologist to remain on call for the duration of the proposed ground disturbing construction activity. The paleontologist selected must be approved by the City. Upon approval or request by the City, a paleontological mitigation plan (PMP) outlining procedures for paleontological data recovery shall be prepared for the Project Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1963 of 2362
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and submitted to the City for review and approval. The development and implementation of the PMP shall include consultations with the District’s Engineering Geologist as well as a requirement that the curation of all specimens recovered under any scenario shall be through an appropriate repository agreed upon by the City. If the District accepts ownership, the curation location may be revised. The PMP shall include developing a multilevel ranking system, or Potential Fossil Yield Classification (PFYC), as a tool to demonstrate the potential yield of fossils within a given stratigraphic unit. The PMP shall outline the monitoring and salvage protocols to address paleontological resources encountered during Project-related ground-disturbing activities, as well as the appropriate recording, collection, and processing protocols to appropriately address any resources discovered.

PAL-2: At the completion of all ground-disturbing activities, the Project Paleontologist shall prepare a final paleontological mitigation report summarizing all monitoring efforts and observations, as performed in line with the PMP, and all paleontological resources encountered, if any, as well as providing follow-up reports of any specific discovery, if necessary.

TCR-1: Prior to the issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall enter into a Tribal Monitoring Services Agreement with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians (MBMI) for the Project.

The Tribal Monitor shall be on-site during all ground-disturbing activities (including, but not limited to, clearing, grubbing, tree and bush removal, grading, trenching, fence post placement and removal, construction excavation, excavation for all utility and irrigation lines, and landscaping phases of any kind). The Tribal Monitor shall have the authority to temporarily divert, redirect, or halt the ground-disturbing activities to allow identification, evaluation, and potential recovery of cultural resources.

TCR-2: Prior to any ground-disturbing activities (including, but not limited to, clearing, grubbing, tree and bush removal, grading, trenching, fence post replacement and removal, construction excavation, excavation for all utility and irrigation lines, and landscaping phases of any kind), and prior to the issuance of grading permits, the Applicant shall retain a Qualified Archaeologist who meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior Standards (SOI).

The Archaeologist shall be present during all ground disturbing activities to identify any known or suspected archaeological and/or cultural resources. The Archaeologist will conduct a Cultural Resource Sensitivity Training, in conjunction with the Tribe[s] Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO), and/or designated Tribal Representative. The training session will focus on the archaeological and tribal cultural resources that may be encountered during ground-disturbing activities as well as the procedures to be followed in such an event.

TCR-3: Prior to any ground-disturbing activities the project Archaeologist shall develop a Cultural Resource Management Plan (CRMP) and/or Archaeological Monitoring and Treatment Plan (AMTP) to address the details, timing, and responsibilities of all archaeological and cultural resource activities that occur on the project site. This Plan shall be written in consultation with the consulting Tribe[s] and shall include the following: approved Mitigation Measures (MM)/Conditions of Approval (COA), contact information for all Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1964 of 2362
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pertinent parties, parties’ responsibilities, procedures for each MM or COA, and an overview of the project schedule.

TCR-4: The retained Qualified archeologist and Consulting Tribe[s] representative shall attend the pre-grade meeting with the grading contractors to explain and coordinate the requirements of the monitoring plan.

TCR-5: During all ground-disturbing activities the Qualified Archaeologist and the Tribal Monitor shall be onsite full-time. The frequency of inspections shall depend on the rate of excavation, the materials excavated, and any discoveries of Tribal Cultural Resources as defined in California Public Resources Code Section 21074. Archaeological and Tribal Monitoring will be discontinued when the depth of grading and the soil conditions no longer retain the potential to contain cultural deposits. The Qualified Archaeologist, in consultation with the Tribal Monitor, shall be responsible for determining the duration and frequency of monitoring.

TCR-6: In the event that previously unidentified cultural resources are unearthed during construction, the Qualified Archaeologist and the Tribal Monitor shall have the authority to temporarily divert and/or temporarily halt ground-disturbance operations in the area of discovery to allow for the evaluation of potentially significant cultural resources.

Isolates and clearly non-significant deposits shall be minimally documented in the field and collected so the monitored grading can proceed.

If a potentially significant cultural resource(s) is discovered, work shall stop within a 60- foot perimeter of the discovery and an Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) physical demarcation/barrier constructed. All work shall be diverted away from the vicinity of the find, so that the find can be evaluated by the Qualified Archaeologist and Tribal Monitor[s]. The Archaeologist shall notify the City and consulting Tribe[s] of said discovery. The Qualified Archaeologist, in consultation with the Lead Agency, the consulting Tribe[s], and the Tribal Monitor, shall determine the significance of the discovered resource. A recommendation for the treatment and disposition of the Tribal Cultural Resource shall be made by the Qualified Archaeologist in consultation with the Tribe[s] and the Tribal Monitor[s] and be submitted to the Lead Agency for review and approval. Below are the possible treatments and dispositions of significant cultural resources in order of CEQA preference:

A. Full avoidance.

B. If avoidance is not feasible, Preservation in place.

C. If Preservation in place is not feasible, all items shall be reburied in an area away from any future impacts and reside in a permanent conservation easement or Deed Restriction.

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TCR-7: The Morongo Band of Mission Indians requests the following specific conditions to be imposed in order to protect Native American human remains and/or cremations. No photographs are to be taken except by the coroner, with written approval by the consulting Tribe[s].

A. Should human remains and/or cremations be encountered on the surface or during any and all ground-disturbing activities (i.e., clearing, grubbing, tree and bush removal, grading, trenching, fence post placement and removal, construction excavation, excavation for all water supply, electrical, and irrigation lines, and landscaping phases of any kind), work in the immediate vicinity of the discovery shall immediately stop within a 100-foot perimeter of the discovery. The area shall be protected; project personnel/observers will be restricted. The County Coroner is to be contacted within 24 hours of discovery. The County Coroner has 48 hours to make his/her determination pursuant to State and Safety Code §7050.5. and Public Resources Code (PRC) § 5097.98.

B. In the event that the human remains and/or cremations are identified as Native American, the Coroner shall notify the Native American Heritage Commission within 24 hours of determination pursuant to subdivision (c) of HSC §7050.5.

C. The Native American Heritage Commission shall immediately notify the person or persons it believes to be the Most Likely Descendant (MLD). The MLD has 48 hours, upon being granted access to the Project site, to inspect the site of discovery and make his/her recommendation for final treatment and disposition, with appropriate dignity, of the remains and all associated grave goods pursuant to PRC §5097.98
D. If the Morongo Band of Mission Indians has been named the MLD, the Tribe may wish to rebury the human remains and/or cremation and sacred items in their place of discovery with no further disturbance where they will reside in perpetuity. The place(s) of reburial will not be disclosed by any party and is exempt from the California Public Records Act (California Government Code § 6254[r]). Reburial location of human remains and/or cremations will be determined by the Tribe’s MLD, the landowner, and the City Planning Department.

TCR-8: The final report[s] created as a part of the project (AMTP, isolate records, site records, survey reports, testing reports, etc.) shall be submitted to the Lead Agency and Consulting Tribe[s] for review and comment. After approval of all parties, the final reports are to be submitted to the Eastern Information Center, and the Consulting Tribe[s].

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SECTION 5.0 – CIRCULATION
On April 2, 2024, the City of Redlands circulated a Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Initial Study to responsible agencies, trustee agencies, interest groups, and the general public. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 21091 and State CEQA Guidelines Section 15073, a 30-day public review period for the IS/MND was provided from April 2, 2024 to May 1, 2024. The NOI was published in The Sun newspaper at the beginning of the public review period.

Copies of the Initial Study, Mitigated Negative Declaration and supporting materials were made available for review at the City’s office located at 35 Cajon Street, Suite 15A, Redlands, CA 92373 or on line on the City's website at: https://www.cityofredlands.org/post/environmental-documents.

During the 30-day comment period, no comments were received.

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SECTION 6.0 – RESPONSE TO COMMENTS
CEQA Guidelines Section 15204 (b) outlines parameters for submitting comments and reminds persons and public agencies that the focus of review and comment of negative declarations should be, “on the proposed finding that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. If persons and public agencies believe that the project may have a significant effect, they should: (1) Identify the specific effect; (2) Explain why they believe the effect would occur, and; (3) Explain why they believe the effect would be significant.”
CEQA Guidelines Section 15204 (c) further advises, “Reviewers should explain the basis for their comments, and should submit data or references offering facts, reasonable assumptions based on facts, or expert opinion supported by facts in support of the comments. Pursuant to Section 15064, an effect shall not be considered significant in the absence of substantial evidence.” Section 15204 (d) also states, “Each responsible agency and trustee agency shall focus its comments on environmental information germane to that agency’s statutory responsibility.” Section 15204 (e) states, “This section shall not be used to restrict the ability of reviewers to comment on the general adequacy of a document or of the lead agency to reject comments not focused as recommended by this section.” In accordance with Public Resources Code 21092.5 (b) of the CEQA Guidelines, the lead agency shall notify any public agency which comments on a negative declaration of the public hearing or hearings, if any, on the project for which the negative declaration was prepared. If notice to the commenting public agency is provided pursuant to Section 21092, the notice shall satisfy the requirement of this subdivision.

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SECTION 7.0 – MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
This document, along with the Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration; Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program; and the Notice of Determination, constitute the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Sunset Reservoir Project in the City of Redlands.

Pursuant to Section 21082.1 of the California Environmental Quality Act, the City of Redlands has independently reviewed and analyzed the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Proposed Project and finds that these documents reflect the independent judgment of the City of Redlands. The City, as lead agency, also confirms that the project mitigation measures detailed in these documents are feasible and will be implemented as stated in the MND and MMRP.

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AIR QUALITY AND GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS

IMPACT ANALYSIS

SUNSET RESERVOIRS PROJECT

CITY OF REDLANDS
Lead Agency:

City of Redlands
Municipal Utilities & Engineering
35 Cajon Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Prepared by:

Vista Environmental
1021 Didrickson Way
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949 510 5355
Greg Tonkovich, AICP
Project No. 22048
October 2, 2023
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 1

1.1 Purpose of Analysis and Study Objectives................................................................................. 1

1.2 Site Location and Study Area ..................................................................................................... 1

1.3 Proposed Project Description .................................................................................................... 1

1.4 Executive Summary.................................................................................................................... 2

1.5 Mitigation Measures for the Proposed Project ......................................................................... 3

2.0 Air Pollutants........................................................................................................................... 6

2.1 Criteria Pollutants and Ozone Precursors.................................................................................. 6

2.2 Other Pollutants of Concern ...................................................................................................... 8

3.0 Greenhouse Gases................................................................................................................. 10

3.1 Greenhouse Gases................................................................................................................... 10

3.2 Global Warming Potential........................................................................................................ 12

3.3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory...................................................................................... 13

4.0 Air Quality Management ....................................................................................................... 14

4.1 Federal – United States Environmental Protection Agency..................................................... 14

4.2 State – California Air Resources Board .................................................................................... 17

4.3 Regional – Southern California ................................................................................................ 18

4.4 Local – City of Redlands........................................................................................................... 20

5.0 Global Climate Change Management..................................................................................... 22

5.1 International ............................................................................................................................ 22

5.2 Federal – United States Environmental Protection Agency..................................................... 22

5.3 State ......................................................................................................................................... 23

5.4 Regional – Southern California ................................................................................................ 28

5.5 Local – City of Redlands........................................................................................................... 29

6.0 Atmospheric Setting .............................................................................................................. 30

6.1 South Coast Air Basin............................................................................................................... 30

6.2 Local Climate............................................................................................................................ 30

6.3 Monitored Local Air Quality..................................................................................................... 31

6.4 Toxic Air Contaminant Levels in the Air Basin ......................................................................... 33

7.0 Modeling Parameters and Assumptions................................................................................. 35

7.1 CalEEMod Model Input Parameters ........................................................................................ 35

8.0 Thresholds of Significance...................................................................................................... 38

8.1 Regional Air Quality ................................................................................................................. 38

8.2 Local Air Quality ....................................................................................................................... 38

8.3 Toxic Air Contaminants............................................................................................................ 39

8.4 Odor Impacts............................................................................................................................ 39

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9.0 Impact Analysis ..................................................................................................................... 41

9.1 CEQA Thresholds of Significance.............................................................................................. 41

9.2 Air Quality Compliance ............................................................................................................ 41

9.3 Cumulative Net Increase in Non‐Attainment Pollution ........................................................... 42

9.4 Sensitive Receptors.................................................................................................................. 44

9.5 Odor Emissions ........................................................................................................................ 45

9.6 Generation of Greenhouse Gas Emissions............................................................................... 46

9.7 Greenhouse Gas Plan Consistency........................................................................................... 47

10.0 References............................................................................................................................. 49

APPENDICES
Appendix A – CalEEMod Model Printouts

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 – Project Local Study Area .............................................................................................................. 4 Figure 2 – Proposed Site Plan ....................................................................................................................... 5

LIST OF TABLES
Table A – Global Warming Potentials, Atmospheric Lifetimes and Abundances of GHGs......................... 12 Table B – State and Federal Criteria Pollutant Standards........................................................................... 14 Table C – National Air Quality Standards Attainment Status – South Coast Air Basin ............................... 16 Table D – California Ambient Air Quality Standards Attainment Status – South Coast Air Basin .............. 17 Table E – Monthly Climate Data ................................................................................................................. 31 Table F – Local Area Air Quality Monitoring Summary............................................................................... 32 Table G – CalEEMod Land Use Parameters................................................................................................. 35 Table H – SCAQMD Regional Criteria Pollutant Emission Thresholds of Significance ................................ 38 Table I – SCAQMD Local Air Quality Thresholds of Significance ................................................................. 39 Table J – Construction‐Related Criteria Pollutant Emissions...................................................................... 43 Table K – Project Related Greenhouse Gas Annual Emissions ................................................................... 47 Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1973 of 2362
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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
AB   Assembly Bill
AQMP   Air Quality Management Plan
BACT   Best Available Control Technology
BSFC   Brake Specific Fuel Consumption
CAAQS   California Ambient Air Quality Standards
CalEEMod California Emissions Estimator Model
CalEPA   California Environmental Protection Agency
CAPCOA California Air Pollution Control Officers Association CARB   California Air Resources Board
CEC   California Energy Commission
CEQA   California Environmental Quality Act
CFCs   chlorofluorocarbons
Cf4   tetrafluoromethane
C2F6   hexafluoroethane
CH4   Methane
City   City of Redlands
CO   Carbon monoxide
CO2   Carbon dioxide
CO2e   Carbon dioxide equivalent
DPM   Diesel particulate matter
EPA   Environmental Protection Agency
ºF   Fahrenheit
FTIP   Federal Transportation Improvement Program
GHG   Greenhouse gas
GWP   Global warming potential
HAP   Hazardous Air Pollutants
HFCs   Hydrofluorocarbons
IPCC   International Panel on Climate Change
kWhr   kilowatt‐hour
LCFS   Low Carbon Fuel Standard
LST   Localized Significant Thresholds
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MATES   Multiple Air Toxics Exposure Study
MMTCO2e Million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent MPO   Metropolitan Planning Organization
MWh   Megawatt‐hour
NAAQS   National Ambient Air Quality Standards
NOx   Nitrogen oxides
NO2   Nitrogen dioxide
OPR   Office of Planning and Research
Pfc   Perfluorocarbons
PM   Particle matter
PM10   Particles that are less than 10 micrometers in diameter PM2.5   Particles that are less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter PPM   Parts per million
PPB   Parts per billion
PPT   Parts per trillion
RTIP   Regional Transportation Improvement Plan
RTP/SCS Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy SB   Senate Bill
SCAQMD South Coast Air Quality Management District
SCAG   Southern California Association of Governments
SF6   Sulfur Hexafluoride
SIP   State Implementation Plan
SOx   Sulfur oxides
TAC   Toxic air contaminants
UNFCCC United Nations’ Framework Convention on Climate Change VOC   Volatile organic compounds
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1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose of Analysis and Study Objectives
This Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Impact Analysis has been completed to determine the air quality and GHG emissions impacts associated with the proposed Sunset Reservoirs project (proposed project). The following is provided in this report:
 A description of the proposed project;
 A description of the atmospheric setting;
 A description of the criteria pollutants and GHGs;
 A description of the air quality regulatory framework;  A description of the GHG emissions regulatory framework;  A description of the air quality and GHG emissions thresholds including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) significance thresholds;  An analysis of the conformity of the proposed project with the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP);  An analysis of the short‐term construction related and long‐term operational air quality and GHG emissions impacts; and
 An analysis of the conformity of the proposed project with all applicable GHG emissionsreduction plans and policies.

1.2 Site Location and Study Area
The project site is located south of Helen Drive in the City of Redlands (City). There is an existing City reservoir tank located on the west side of Helen Court and the proposed reservoir tanks would be located on the eastside of Helen Court on parcels APN 0300‐451‐25 (7.78 acres) and APN 0300‐451‐14 (2.50 acres) that total 10.28 acres and are currently vacant. The project site is bounded by vacant land and Helen Drive to the north, vacant land to the east, a single‐family home to the south, and Helen Court and the existing reservoir tank to the west. The project local study area is shown in Figure 1.

Sensitive Receptors in Project Vicinity
The nearestsensitive receptor to the projectsite is a single‐family home that islocated as near as 280 feet south of the area that would be disturbed as part of the proposed project. There are also single‐family homes as near as 730 feet northeast and 780 feet north of the area that would be disturbed as part of the proposed project.

1.3 Proposed Project Description
The City of Redlands Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department proposes the construction of two new above ground 220 foot diameter factory‐coated bolt carbon steel tanks that with an approximately 14 million gallon (MG) total capacity from both tanks. To provide uninterrupted water service to its users during the demolition, the City will keep its existing 3 MG reservoir active. It is anticipated that Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1976 of 2362

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approximately 6.2 acres of the two parcels that total 10.28 acres will be disturbed as part of the proposed project. The proposed site plan is shown in Figure 2.

One driveway will connect the existing water tank and Helen Court. The driveway will be constructed utilizing asphalt/gravel. Two parking spaces will be installed for maintenance purposes. The site will remain unmanned. The existing water tank will continue to function while the new reservoir tanks will be constructed. Maintenance will occur on a monthly and as‐needed basis by City employees. Landscaping will be maintained by the City.

The Project is expected to break ground in 2024 and be completed by 2025. Construction activities will take place between 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. No construction work will occur on Sundays or holidays per the City’s Community Noise Control Section Chapter 8.06 of the Municipal Code.

1.4 Executive Summary
Standard Air Quality and GHG Regulatory Conditions
The proposed project will be required to comply with the following regulatory conditions from the SCAQMD and State of California (State).

South Coast Air Quality Management District Rules
The following lists the SCAQMD rules that are applicable, but not limited to the proposed project.  Rule 402 Nuisance – Controls the emissions of odors and other air contaminants;  Rule 403 Fugitive Dust – Controls the emissions of fugitive dust;  Rules 1108 and 1108.1 Cutback and Emulsified Asphalt – Controls the VOC content in asphalt; and  Rule 1113 Architectural Coatings – Controls the VOC content in paints and solvents.

State of California Rules
The following lists the State of California Code of Regulations (CCR) air quality emission rules that are applicable, but not limited to the proposed project.
 CCR Title 13, Article 4.8, Chapter 9, Section 2449 – In use Off‐Road Diesel Vehicles;  CCR Title 13, Section 2025 – On‐Road Diesel Truck Fleets;  CCR Title 24 Part 6 – California Building Energy Standards; and  CCR Title 24 Part 11 – California Green Building Standards.

Summary of Analysis Results
The following is a summary of the proposed project’s impacts with regard to the State CEQA Guidelines air quality and GHG emissions checklist questions.

Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? Less than significant impact.

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Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non‐attainment under an applicable Federal or State ambient air quality standard? Less than significant impact.

Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? Less than significant impact.

Result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting a substantial number of people?
Less than significant impact.

Generate GHG emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment?
Less than significant impact.

Conflict with any applicable plan, policy or regulation of an agency adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of GHGs?
Less than significant impact.

1.5 Mitigation Measures for the Proposed Project
This analysis found that implementation of the State and SCAQMD air quality and GHG emissions reductionsregulations detailed in Section 1.4 above would limit criteria pollutants, toxic air contaminants, odors, and GHG emissions from the proposed project to less than significant levels. No mitigation measures are required for the proposed project with respect to air quality and GHG emissions.

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2.0 AIR POLLUTANTS
Air pollutants are generally classified as either criteria pollutants or non‐criteria pollutants. Federal ambient air quality standards have been established for criteria pollutants, whereas no ambientstandards have been established for non‐criteria pollutants. For some criteria pollutants, separate standards have been set for different periods. Most standards have been set to protect public health. For some pollutants, standards have been based on other values (such as protection of crops, protection of materials, or avoidance of nuisance conditions). A summary of federal and state ambient air quality standards is provided in the Regulatory Framework section.

2.1 Criteria Pollutants and Ozone Precursors
The criteria pollutants consist of: ozone, nitrogen oxides (NOx), CO, sulfur oxides (SOx), lead, and particulate matter (PM). The ozone precursors consist of NOx and VOC. These pollutants can harm your health and the environment, and cause property damage. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) calls these pollutants “criteria” air pollutants because it regulates them by developing human health‐ based and/or environmentally‐based criteria for setting permissible levels. The following provides descriptions of each of the criteria pollutants and ozone precursors.

Nitrogen Oxides
NOx is the generic term for a group of highly reactive gases which contain nitrogen and oxygen. While most NOx are colorless and odorless, concentrations of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) can often be seen as a reddish‐brown layer over many urban areas. NOx form when fuel is burned at high temperatures, as in a combustion process. The primary manmade sources of NOx are motor vehicles, electric utilities, and other industrial, commercial, and residential sources that burn fuel. NOx reacts with other pollutants to form, ground‐level ozone, nitrate particles, acid aerosols, as well as NO2, which cause respiratory problems. NOx and the pollutants formed from NOx can be transported over long distances, following the patterns of prevailing winds. Therefore, controlling NOx is often most effective if done from a regional perspective, rather than focusing on the nearest sources.

Ozone
Ozone is not usually emitted directly into the air, instead it is created by a chemical reaction between NOx and VOC in the presence of sunlight. Motor vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions, gasoline vapors, chemical solvents as well as natural sources emit NOx and VOC that help form ozone. Ground‐level ozone is the primary constituent of smog. Sunlight and hot weather cause ground‐level ozone to form with the greatest concentrations usually occurring downwind from urban areas. Ozone issubsequently considered a regional pollutant. Ground‐level ozone is a respiratory irritant and an oxidant that increases susceptibility to respiratory infections and can cause substantial damage to vegetation and other materials. Because NOx and VOC are ozone precursors, the health effects associated with ozone are also indirect health effects associated with significant levels of NOx and VOC emissions.

Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that is formed when carbon in fuel is not burned completely. It is a component of motor vehicle exhaust, which contributes approximately 56 percent of all CO emissions nationwide. In cities, 85 to 95 percent of all CO emissions may come from motor vehicle exhaust. Other sources of CO emissions include industrial processes (such as metals processing and chemical manufacturing), residential wood burning, and naturalsourcessuch asforest fires. Woodstoves, Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1981 of 2362

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gas stoves, cigarette smoke, and unvented gas and kerosene space heaters are indoor sources of CO. The highest levels of CO in the outside air typically occur during the colder months of the year when inversion conditions are more frequent. The air pollution becomes trapped near the ground beneath a layer of warm air. CO is described as having only a local influence because it dissipates quickly. Since CO concentrations are strongly associated with motor vehicle emissions, high CO concentrations generally occur in the immediate vicinity of roadways with high traffic volumes and traffic congestion, active parking lots, and in automobile tunnels. Areas adjacent to heavily traveled and congested intersections are particularly susceptible to high CO concentrations.

CO is a public health concern because it combines readily with hemoglobin and thus reduces the amount of oxygen transported in the bloodstream. The health threat from lower levels of CO is most serious for those who suffer from heart disease such as angina, clogged arteries, or congestive heart failure. For a person with heart disease, a single exposure to CO at low levels may cause chest pain and reduce that person’s ability to exercise; repeated exposures may contribute to other cardiovascular effects. High levels of CO can affect even healthy people. People who breathe high levels of CO can develop vision problems, reduced ability to work or learn, reduced manual dexterity, and difficulty performing complex tasks. At extremely high levels, CO is poisonous and can cause death.

Sulfur Oxides
SOx gases are formed when fuel containing sulfur, such as coal and oil is burned, as well as from the refining of gasoline. SOx dissolves easily in water vapor to form acid and interacts with other gases and particlesin the air to form sulfates and other productsthat can be harmful to people and the environment.

Lead
Lead is a metal found naturally in the environment as well as manufactured products. The major sources of lead emissions have historically been motor vehicles and industrial sources. Due to the phase out of leaded gasoline, metal processing is now the primary source of lead emissions to the air. High levels of lead in the air are typically only found near lead smelters, waste incinerators, utilities, and lead‐acid battery manufacturers. Exposure of fetuses, infants and children to low levels of lead can adversely affect the development and function of the central nervous system, leading to learning disorders, distractibility, inability to follow simple commands, and lower intelligence quotient. In adults, increased lead levels are associated with increased blood pressure.

Particulate Matter
PM is the term for a mixture of solid particles and liquid droplets found in the air. PM is made up of a number of components including acids (such as nitrates and sulfates), organic chemicals, metals, and soil or dust particles. The size of particles is directly linked to their potential for causing health problems.

Particles that are less than 10 micrometers in diameter (PM10) that are also known as Respirable Particulate Matter are the particles that generally pass through the throat and nose and enter the lungs.

Once inhaled, these particles can affect the heart and lungs and cause serious health effects. Particles that are less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter (PM2.5) that are also known as Fine Particulate Matter have been designated as a subset of PM10 due to their increased negative health impacts and its ability to remain suspended in the air longer and travel further.

Volatile Organic Compounds
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referred to as reactive organic gases). Combustion engine exhaust, oil refineries, and fossil‐fueled power plants are the sources of hydrocarbons. Other sources of hydrocarbons include evaporation from petroleum fuels, solvents, dry cleaning solutions, and paint.

VOC is not classified as a criteria pollutant, since VOCs by themselves are not a known source of adverse health effects. The primary health effects of VOCsresult from the formation of ozone and itsrelated health effects. High levels of VOCs in the atmosphere can interfere with oxygen intake by reducing the amount of available oxygen through displacement. Carcinogenic forms of hydrocarbons, such as benzene, are considered TACs. There are no separate health standards for VOCs as a group.

2.2 Other Pollutants of Concern
Toxic Air Contaminants
In addition to the above‐listed criteria pollutants, TACs are another group of pollutants of concern. TACs is a term that is defined under the California Clean Air Act and consists of the same substances that are defined as Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) in the Federal Clean Air Act. There are over 700 hundred different types of TACs with varying degrees of toxicity. Sources of TACs include industrial processes such as petroleum refining and chrome plating operations, commercial operations such as gasoline stations and dry cleaners, and motor vehicle exhaust. Cars and trucks release at least 40 different toxic air contaminants. The most important of these TACs, in terms of health risk, are diesel particulates, benzene, formaldehyde, 1,3‐butadiene, and acetaldehyde. Public exposure to TACs can result from emissions from normal operations as well asfrom accidentalreleases. Health effects of TACsinclude cancer, birth defects, neurological damage, and death.

TACs are less pervasive in the urban atmosphere than criteria air pollutants, however they are linked to short‐term (acute) or long‐term (chronic or carcinogenic) adverse human health effects. There are hundreds of different types of TACs with varying degrees of toxicity. Sources of TACs include industrial processes, commercial operations (e.g., gasoline stations and dry cleaners), and motor vehicle exhaust.

According to The California Almanac of Emissions and Air Quality 2013 Edition, the majority of the estimated health risk from TACs can be attributed to relatively few compounds, the most important of which is DPM. DPM is a subset of PM2.5 because the size of diesel particles are typically 2.5 microns and smaller. The identification of DPM as a TAC in 1998 led the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to adopt the Risk Reduction Plan to Reduce Particulate Matter Emissions from Diesel‐fueled Engines and Vehicles in September 2000. The plan’s goals are a 75‐percent reduction in DPM by 2010 and an 85‐percent reduction by 2020 from the 2000 baseline. Diesel engines emit a complex mixture of air pollutants, composed of gaseous and solid material. The visible emissions in diesel exhaust are known as particulate matter or PM, which includes carbon particles or “soot.” Diesel exhaust also contains a variety of harmful gases and over 40 other cancer‐causing substances. California’s identification of DPM as a toxic air contaminant was based on its potential to cause cancer, premature deaths, and other health problems.

Exposure to DPM is a health hazard, particularly to children whose lungs are still developing and the elderly who may have other serious health problems. Overall, diesel engine emissions are responsible for the majority of California’s potential airborne cancer risk from combustion sources.

Asbestos
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asbestiform fibers into the air. Asbestos emissions can result from the sale or use of asbestos‐containing materials, road surfacing with such materials, grading activities, and surface mining. The risk of disease is dependent upon the intensity and duration of exposure. When inhaled, asbestos fibers may remain in the lungs and with time may be linked to such diseases as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. The nearest likely locations of naturally occurring asbestos, as identified in the General Location Guide for Ultramafic Rocks in California, prepared by the California Division of Mines and Geology, is located in Santa Barbara County. The nearest historic asbestos mine to the projectsite, as identified in the Reported Historic Asbestos Mines, Historic Asbestos Prospects, and Other Natural Occurrences of Asbestos in California, prepared by U.S. Geological Survey, is located at Asbestos Mountain, which is approximately 45 miles southeast of the project site in the San Jacinto Mountains. Due to the distance to the nearest natural occurrences of asbestos, the project site is not likely to contain asbestos.

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3.0 GREENHOUSE GASES

3.1 Greenhouse Gases
Constituent gases of the Earth’s atmosphere, called atmospheric GHGs, play a critical role in the Earth’s radiation amount by trapping infrared radiation from the Earth’s surface, which otherwise would have escaped to space. Prominent greenhouse gases contributing to this process include carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), ozone, water vapor, nitrous oxide (N2O), and chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). This phenomenon, known as the Greenhouse Effect, is responsible for maintaining a habitable climate.

Anthropogenic (caused or produced by humans) emissions of these greenhouse gases in excess of natural ambient concentrations are responsible for the enhancement of the Greenhouse Effect and have led to a trend of unnatural warming of the Earth’s natural climate, known as global warming or climate change.

Emissions of gases that induce global warming are attributable to human activities associated with industrial/manufacturing, agriculture, utilities, transportation, and residential land uses. Emissions of CO2 and N2O are byproducts of fossil fuel combustion. Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, results from off‐ gassing associated with agricultural practices and landfills. Sinks of CO2, where CO2 is stored outside of the atmosphere, include uptake by vegetation and dissolution into the ocean. The following provides a description of each of the greenhouse gases and their global warming potential.

Water Vapor
Water vapor is the most abundant, important, and variable GHG in the atmosphere. Water vapor is not considered a pollutant; in the atmosphere it maintains a climate necessary for life. Changes in its concentration are primarily considered a result of climate feedbacks related to the warming of the atmosphere rather than a direct result of industrialization. The feedback loop in which water is involved is critically important to projecting future climate change. As the temperature of the atmosphere rises, more water is evaporated from ground storage (rivers, oceans, reservoirs,soil). Because the air is warmer, the relative humidity can be higher (in essence, the air is able to “hold” more water when it is warmer), leading to more water vapor in the atmosphere. As a GHG, the higher concentration of water vapor is then able to absorb more thermal indirect energy radiated from the Earth, thus further warming the atmosphere. The warmer atmosphere can then hold more water vapor and so on and so on. This is referred to as a “positive feedback loop.” The extent to which this positive feedback loop will continue is unknown as there is also dynamics that put the positive feedback loop in check. As an example, when water vapor increases in the atmosphere, more of it will eventually also condense into clouds, which are more able to reflect incoming solar radiation (thus allowing less energy to reach the Earth’s surface and heat it up).

Carbon Dioxide
The natural production and absorption of CO2 is achieved through the terrestrial biosphere and the ocean.

However, humankind has altered the natural carbon cycle by burning coal, oil, natural gas, and wood.

Since the industrial revolution began in the mid‐1700s, each of these activities has increased in scale and distribution. CO2 was the first GHG demonstrated to be increasing in atmospheric concentration with the first conclusive measurements being made in the last half of the 20th century. Prior to the industrial revolution, concentrations were fairly stable at 280 parts per million (ppm). The International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) indicates that concentrations were 379 ppm in 2005, an increase of more than 30 percent. Left unchecked, the IPCC projects that concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is projected to increase to a minimum of 540 ppm by 2100 as a direct result of anthropogenic sources. This Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1985 of 2362

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could result in an average global temperature rise of at least two degrees Celsius or 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit.

Methane
CH4 is an extremely effective absorber of radiation, although its atmospheric concentration is less than that of CO2. Its lifetime in the atmosphere is brief (10 to 12 years), compared to some other GHGs (such as CO2, N2O, and CFCs). CH4 has both natural and anthropogenic sources. It is released as part of the biological processesin low oxygen environments,such asin swamplands or in rice production (at the roots of the plants). Over the last 50 years, human activities such as growing rice, raising cattle, using natural gas, and mining coal have added to the atmospheric concentration of methane. Other anthropocentric sources include fossil‐fuel combustion and biomass burning.

Nitrous Oxide
Concentrations of N2O also began to rise at the beginning of the industrial revolution. In 1998, the global concentration of this GHG was documented at 314 parts per billion (ppb). N2O is produced by microbial processes in soil and water, including those reactions which occur in fertilizer containing nitrogen. In addition to agricultural sources, some industrial processes (fossil fuel‐fired power plants, nylon production, nitric acid production, and vehicle emissions) also contribute to its atmospheric load. N2O is also commonly used as an aerosol spray propellant (i.e., in whipped cream bottles, in potato chip bags to keep chips fresh, and in rocket engines and race cars).

Chlorofluorocarbons
CFCs are gases formed synthetically by replacing all hydrogen atoms in methane or ethane with chlorine and/or fluorine atoms. CFCs are nontoxic, nonflammable, insoluble, and chemically unreactive in the troposphere (the level of air at the Earth’s surface). CFCs have no natural source, but were first synthesized in 1928. They were used for refrigerants, aerosol propellants, and cleaning solvents. Due to the discovery that they are able to destroy stratospheric ozone, a global effort to halt their production was undertaken and in 1989 the European Community agreed to ban CFCs by 2000 and subsequent treaties banned CFCs worldwide by 2010. This effort was extremely successful, and the levels of the major CFCs are now remaining level or declining. However, their long atmospheric lifetimes mean that some of the CFCs will remain in the atmosphere for over 100 years.

Hydrofluorocarbons
Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are synthetic man‐made chemicals that are used as a substitute for CFCs. Out of all the GHGs, they are one of three groups with the highest global warming potential. The HFCs with the largest measured atmospheric abundances are (in order), HFC‐23 (CHF3), HFC‐134a (CF3CH2F), and HFC‐152a (CH3CHF2). Prior to 1990, the only significant emissions were HFC‐23. HFC‐134a use is increasing due to its use as a refrigerant. Concentrations of HFC‐23 and HFC‐134a in the atmosphere are now about 10 parts per trillion (ppt) each. Concentrations of HFC‐152a are about 1 ppt. HFCs are manmade for applications such as automobile air conditioners and refrigerants.

Perfluorocarbons
Perfluorocarbons (PFCs) have stable molecular structures and do not break down through the chemical processes in the lower atmosphere. High‐energy ultraviolet rays about 60 kilometers above Earth’s surface are able to destroy the compounds. Because of this, PFCs have very long lifetimes, between 10,000 and 50,000 years. Two common PFCs are tetrafluoromethane (CF4) and hexafluoroethane (C2F6).

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Concentrations of CF4 in the atmosphere are over 70 ppt. The two main sources of PFCs are primary aluminum production and semiconductor manufacturing.

Sulfur Hexafluoride
Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6) is an inorganic, odorless, colorless, nontoxic, nonflammable gas. SF6 has the highest global warming potential of any gas evaluated; 23,900 times that of CO2. Concentrations in the 1990s were about 4 ppt. Sulfur hexafluoride is used for insulation in electric power transmission and distribution equipment, in the magnesium industry, in semiconductor manufacturing, and as a tracer gas for leak detection.

Aerosols
Aerosols are particles emitted into the air through burning biomass (plant material) and fossil fuels.

Aerosols can warm the atmosphere by absorbing and emitting heat and can cool the atmosphere by reflecting light. Cloud formation can also be affected by aerosols. Sulfate aerosols are emitted when fuel containing sulfur is burned. Black carbon (or soot) is emitted during biomass burning due to the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels. Particulate matter regulation has been lowering aerosol concentrations in the United States; however, global concentrations are likely increasing.

3.2 Global Warming Potential
GHGs have varying global warming potential (GWP). The GWP is the potential of a gas or aerosol to trap heat in the atmosphere; it is the cumulative radiative forcing effects of a gas over a specified time horizon resulting from the emission of a unit mass of gas relative to the reference gas, CO2. The GHGs listed by the IPCC and the CEQA Guidelines are discussed in this section in order of abundance in the atmosphere.

Water vapor, the most abundant GHG, is not included in this list because its natural concentrations and fluctuations far outweigh its anthropogenic (human‐made) sources. To simplify reporting and analysis, GHGs are commonly defined in terms of their GWP. The IPCC defines the GWP of various GHG emissions on a normalized scale that recasts all GHG emissions in terms of CO2 equivalent (CO2e). As such, the GWP of CO2 is equal to 1. The GWP values used in this analysis are based on the 2007 IPCC Fourth Assessment Report, which are used in CARB’s 2014 Scoping Plan Update and the CalEEMod Model Version 2022.1 and are detailed in Table A. The IPCC has updated the Global Warming Potentials of some gases in their Fifth Assessment Report, however the new values have not yet been incorporated into the CalEEMod model that has been utilized in this analysis.

Table A – Global Warming Potentials, Atmospheric Lifetimes and Abundances of GHGs Gas
Atmospheric Lifetime
(years)1
Global Warming Potential
(100 Year Horizon)2
Atmospheric
Abundance
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) 50‐200 1 379 ppm
Methane (CH4) 9‐15 25 1,774 ppb
Nitrous Oxide (N2O) 114 298 319 ppb
HFC‐23 270 14,800 18 ppt
HFC‐134a 14 1,430 35 ppt
HFC‐152a 1.4 124 3.9 ppt
PFC: Tetrafluoromethane (CF4) 50,000 7,390 74 ppt
PFC: Hexafluoroethane (C2F6) 10,000 12,200 2.9 ppt
Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6) 3,200 22,800 5.6 ppt
Notes:

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1 Defined as the half‐life of the gas. 2 Compared to the same quantity of CO2 emissions and is based on the Intergovernmental Panel On Climate Change (IPCC) 2007 standard, which is utilized in CalEEMod (Version 2022.1),that is used in this report (CalEEMod User Guide, May 2021).

Definitions: ppm = parts per million; ppb = parts per billion; ppt = parts per trillion Source: IPCC 2007, EPA 2015

3.3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory
According to the Carbon Dioxide Information Analysis Center1, 9,855 million metric tons (MMT) of CO2e emissions were created globally in the year 2014. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the breakdown of global GHG emissions by sector consists of: 25 percent from electricity and heat production; 21 percent from industry; 24 percent from agriculture, forestry and other land use activities; 14 percent from transportation; 6 percent from building energy use; and 10 percent from all othersources of energy use2
.

According to Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks 1990‐2020, prepared by EPA, in 2020 total U.S. GHG emissions were 5,981.4 million metric tons (MMT) of CO2e emissions. Total U.S. emissions have decreased by 7.3 percent between 1990 and 2020, which is down from a high of 15.7 percent above 1990 levelsin 2007. Emissions decreased from 2019 to 2020 by 9.0 percent. The sharp decline in emissions from 2019 to 2020 is largely due to the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on travel and economic activity.

According to California Greenhouse Gas Emissions for 2000 to 2020 Trends of Emissions and Other Indicators, prepared by the CARB, October 26, 2022, the State of California created 369.2 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO2e) in 2020. The 2020 emissions were 35.3 MMTCO2e lower than 2019 levels and almost 61.8 MMTCO2e below the State adopted year 2020 GHG limit of 431 MMTCO2e. The 2019 to 2020 decrease in emissions is likely an anomaly as it was due in large part to the impacts of the COVID‐19 pandemic. The transportation sector showed the largest decline in emissions of 27 MMTCO2e (16 percent) compared to 2019. Between 2019 and 2020, California’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contracted 2.8 percent, while GHG intensity of California’s economy decreased 6.2 percent.

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4.0 AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT
The air quality at the project site is addressed through the efforts of various federal, state, regional, and local government agencies. These agencies work jointly, as well as individually, to improve air quality through legislation, regulations, planning, policy‐making, education, and a variety of programs. The agencies responsible for improving the air quality are discussed below.

4.1 Federal – United States Environmental Protection Agency The Clean Air Act, first passed in 1963 with major amendments in 1970, 1977 and 1990, is the overarching legislation covering regulation of air pollution in the United States. The Clean Air Act has established the mandate for requiring regulation of both mobile and stationary sources of air pollution at the state and federal level. The EPA was created in 1970 in order to consolidate research, monitoring, standard‐setting and enforcement authority into a single agency.

The EPA is responsible for setting and enforcing the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for atmospheric pollutants. It regulates emission sourcesthat are under the exclusive authority of the federal government, such as aircraft, ships, and certain locomotives. NAAQS pollutants were identified using medical evidence and are shown below in Table B.

Table B – State and Federal Criteria Pollutant Standards Air
Pollutant
Concentration / Averaging Time
Most Relevant Effects
California
Standards
Federal Primary
Standards
Ozone (O3)

0.09 ppm / 1‐hour

0.07 ppm / 8‐hour

0.070 ppm, / 8‐hour
a) Pulmonary function decrements and localized lung injury in humans and animals; (b) asthma exacerbation; (c) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation; (d)
respiratory infection; (e) increased school absences, and hospital admissions and emergency department (ED) visits for combined respiratory diseases; (e) increased mortality; (f) possible metabolic effects.

Vegetation damage; property damage
Carbon
Monoxide
(CO)

20.0 ppm / 1‐hour

9.0 ppm / 8‐hour

35.0 ppm / 1‐hour

9.0 ppm / 8‐hour
Visibility reduction (a) Aggravation of angina pectoris and other aspects of coronary heart disease; (b) decreased
exercise tolerance in persons with peripheral vascular disease and lung disease; (c) possible impairment of central nervous system functions; (d) possible increased risk to fetuses; (f) possible increased risk of pulmonary disease; (g) possible emergency department visits for respiratory diseases overall and visits for asthma.

Nitrogen
Dioxide
(NO2)

0.18 ppm / 1‐hour

0.030 ppm / annual
100 ppb / 1‐hour

0.053 ppm / annual
Short‐term (a) asthma exacerbations (“asthma attacks”)
Long‐term (a) asthma development; (b) higher risk of all‐ cause, cardiovascular, and respiratory mortality.

Both short and long term NO2 exposure is also associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) risk.

Potential impacts on cardiovascular health, mortality and cancer, aggravate chronic respiratory disease.

Contribution to atmospheric discoloration
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Air
Pollutant
Concentration / Averaging Time
Most Relevant Effects
California
Standards
Federal Primary
Standards
Sulfur
Dioxide
(SO2)

0.25 ppm / 1‐hour

0.04 ppm / 24‐hour
75 ppb / 1‐hour
Respiratory symptoms (bronchoconstriction, possible
wheezing or shortness of breath) during exercise or physical activity in persons with asthma.

Possible allergic sensitization, airway inflammation, asthma development.

Respirable
Particulate
Matter
(PM10)
50 µg/m3 / 24‐hour
20 µg/m3 / annual
150 µg/m3 / 24‐
hour
Short ‐term (a) increase in mortality rates; (b) increase in respiratory infections; (c) increase in number and severity of asthma attacks; (d) COPD exacerbation; (e) increase in combined respiratory‐diseases and number of hospital
admissions; (f) increased mortality due to cardiovascular or respiratory diseases; (g) increase in hospital admissions for acute respiratory conditions; (h) increase in school
absences; (i) increase in lost work days; (j) decrease in respiratory function in children; (k) increase medication use in children and adults with asthma.

Long‐term (a) reduced lung function growth in children; (b) changes in lung development; (c) development of asthma
in children; (d) increased risk of cardiovascular diseases; (e) increased total mortality from lung cancer; (f) increased risk of premature death.

Possible link to metabolic, nervous system, and
reproductive and developmental effectsforshort‐term and long‐term exposure to PM2.5.

Suspended
Particulate
Matter
(PM2.5)
12 µg/m3 / annual 35 µg/m3 / 24‐hour
12 µg/m3 / annual
Sulfates 25 µg/m3 / 24‐hour No Federal
Standards
(a) Decrease in lung function; (b) aggravation of asthmatic symptoms; (c) vegetation damage; (d) Degradation of
visibility; (e) property damage
Lead 1.5 µg/m3 / 30‐day 0.15 µg/m3 /3‐
month rolling
(a) Learning disabilities; (b) impairment of blood formation and nerve function; (c) cardiovascular effects, including coronary heart disease and hypertension
Possible male reproductive system effects
Hydrogen
Sulfide 0.03 ppm / 1‐hour No FederalStandards
Exposure to lower ambient concentrations above the standard may result in objectionable odor and may be accompanied by symptoms such as headaches, nausea, dizziness, nasal
irritation, cough, and shortness of breath
Source: 2022 AQMP, SCAQMD, 2022.

As part of its enforcement responsibilities, the EPA requires each state with federal nonattainment areas to prepare and submit a State Implementation Plan (SIP) that demonstrates the means to attain the national standards. The SIP must integrate federal, state, and local components and regulations to identify specific measuresto reduce pollution, using a combination of performance standards and market‐ based programs within the timeframe identified in the SIP. The CARB defines attainment as the category given to an area with no violations in the past three years. As indicated below in Table C, the Air Basin has been designated by EPA for the national standards as a non‐attainment area for ozone and PM2.5 and partial non‐attainment for lead. Currently, the Air Basin is in attainment with the national ambient air quality standards for CO, PM10, SO2, and NO2.

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Table C – National Air Quality Standards Attainment Status – South Coast Air Basin Criteria Pollutant Averaging Time Designationa Attainment Dateb Ozone
1979 1‐Hour (0.12 ppm) Nonattainment (Extreme) 2/6/2023 (revised deadline)
2015 8‐Hour (0.07 ppm)d Nonattainment (Extreme) 8/3/2038 2008 8‐Hour (0.075 ppm)d Nonattainment (Extreme) 7/20/2032 1997 8‐Hour (0.08 ppm)d Nonattainment (Extreme) 6/15/2024 PM2.5e
2006 24‐Hour (35 μg/m3
) Nonattainment (Serious) 12/31/2019
2012 Annual (12 μg/m3) Nonattainment (Serious) 12/31/2021 1997 Annual (15 μg/m3) Attainment (final determination
pending)
4/5/2015
(attained 2013)
PM10f 1987 24‐Hour (150 μg/m3) Attainment (Maintenance) 7/26/2013 (attained)
Leadg 2008 3‐Months Rolling
(0.15 μg/m3
)
Nonattainment (Partial)
(Attainment determination
requested)
12/31/2015
CO
1971 1‐Hour (35 ppm) Attainment (Maintenance) 6/11/2007 1971 8‐Hour (9 ppm) Attainment (Maintenance) 6/11/2007
NO2
h 2010 1‐Hour (100 ppb) Unclassifiable/Attainment N/A (attained) 1971 Annual (0.053 ppm) Attainment (Maintenance) 9/22/1998 (attained) SO2
i 2010 1‐Hour (75 ppb) Unclassifiable/Attainment 1/9/2018 1971 24‐Hour (0.14 ppm) Unclassifiable/Attainment 3/19/1979 Source: SCAQMD, 2022
Notes:
a) U.S. EPA often only declares Nonattainment areas; everywhere else is listed as Unclassifiable/Attainment or Unclassifiable. b) A design value below the NAAQS for data through the full year or smog season prior to the attainment date is typically required for attainment demonstration.
c) The 1979 1‐hour ozone NAAQS (0.12 ppm) was revoked, effective June 15, 2005; however, the Basin has not attained this standard and therefore hassome continuing obligations with respect to the revoked standard; original attainment date was 11/15/2010; the revised attainment date is 2/6/2023.
d) The 2008 8‐hour ozone NAAQS (0.075 ppm) was revised to 0.070 ppm, effective 12/28/20115 with classifications and implementation goals to be finalized by 10/1/2017; the 1997 8‐hour ozone NAAQS (0.08 ppm) was revoked in the 2008 ozone implementation rule, effective 4/6/2015; there are continuing obligations under the revoked 1997 and revised 2008 ozone NAAQS until they are attained. e) The attainment deadline for the 2006 24‐Hour PM2.5 NAAQS was 12/31/15 for the former “moderate” classification; the EPA approved reclassification to “serious”, effective 2/12/16 with an attainment deadline of 12/31/2019; the 2012 (proposal year) annual PM2.5 NAAQS was revised on 1/15/2013, effective 3/18/2013, from 15 to 12 μg/m3 ; new annual designations were final 1/15/2015, effective 4/15/2015; on 7/25/2016 the EPA finalized a determination that the Basin attained the 1997 annual (15.0 μg/m3 ) and 24‐hour PM2.5 (65 μg/m3) NAAQS,
effective 8/24/2016.
f) The annual PM10 standard was revoked, effective 12/18/2006; the 24‐hour PM10 NAAQS deadline was 12/31/2006; the Basin’s Attainment Re‐designation Request and PM10 Maintenance Plan was approved by the EPA on 6/26/2103, effective 7/26/2013. g) Partial Nonattainment designation – Los Angeles County portion of the Basin only for near‐source monitors; expect to remain in attainment based on current monitoring data; attainment re‐designation request pending. h) New 1‐hour NO2 NAAQS became effective 8/2/2010, with attainment designations 1/20/2012; annual NO2 NAAQS retained. i) The 1971 annual and 24‐hour SO2 NAAQS were revoked, effective 8/23/2010.

Despite substantial improvements in air quality over the past few decades, some air monitoring stations in the Air Basin still exceed the NAAQS and frequently record the highest ozone levelsin the United States.

In 2020, monitoring stations in the Air Basin exceeded the most current federal standards on a total of 181 days (49 percent of the year), including: 8‐hour ozone (157 days over the 2015 ozone NAAQS), 24‐ hour PM2.5 (39 days), PM10 (3 days), and NO2 (1 day). Nine of the top 10 stations in the nation most frequently exceeding the 2015 8‐hour ozone NAAQS in 2020 were located within the Air Basin, including stations in San Bernardino, Riverside, and Los Angeles Counties (SCAQMD, 2022).

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PM2.5 levels in the Air Basin have improved significantly in recent years. Since 2015, none of the monitoring stations in the Air Basin have recorded violations of the former 1997 annual PM2.5 NAAQS (15.0 μg/m3
). On July 25, 2016 the U.S. EPA finalized a determination that the Air Basin attained the 1997 annual (15.0 μg/m3
) and 24‐hour PM2.5 (65 μg/m3) NAAQS, effective August 24, 2016. However, the Air Basin does not meet the 2012 annual PM2.5 NAAQS (12.0 μg/m3 ), with six monitoring stations having
design values above the standard for the 2018‐2020 period (SCAQMD, 2022)

4.2 State – California Air Resources Board
The CARB, which is a part of the California Environmental Protection Agency, is responsible for the coordination and administration of both federal and state air pollution control programs within California.

In this capacity, the CARB conducts research, sets the California Ambient Air Quality Standards (CAAQS), compiles emission inventories, develops suggested control measures, provides oversight of local programs, and prepares the SIP. The CAAQS for criteria pollutants in the Air Basin are shown in Table D.

In addition, the CARB establishes emission standards for motor vehicles sold in California, consumer products (e.g. hairspray, aerosol paints, and barbeque lighter fluid), and various types of commercial equipment. It also sets fuel specifications to further reduce vehicular emissions.

Table D – California Ambient Air Quality Standards Attainment Status – South Coast Air Basin Criteria Pollutant Averaging Time Levela Designationb
Ozone
1‐Hour 0.09 ppm Nonattainment
8‐Hour 0.070 ppm Nonattainment
PM2.5 Annual 12 μg/m3 Nonattainment
PM10
24‐Hour 50 μg/m3 Nonattainment
Annual 20 μg/m3 Nonattainment
Lead 30‐Day Average 1.5 μg/m3 Attainment
CO
1‐Hour 20 ppm Attainment
8‐Hour 9.0 ppm Attainment
NO2
1‐Hour 0.18 ppm Attainment
Annual 0.030 Attainmentc
SO2
1‐Hour 0.25 ppm Attainment
24‐Hour 0.04 ppm Attainment
Sulfates 24‐Hour 25 μg/m3 Attainment
Hydrogen Sulfide 1‐Hour 0.03 ppm Unclassified
Source: SCAQMD, 2022
Notes:
a) CA State standards, or CAAQS, for ozone, SO2, NO2, PM10 and PM2.5 are values not to be exceeded; lead, sulfates and H2S standards are values not to be equaled or exceeded; CAAQS are listed in the Table of Standards in Section 70200 of Title 17 of the California Code of Regulations. b) CA State designations shown were updated by CARB in 2019, based on the 2016‐2018 3‐year period; stated designations are based on a 3‐year data period after consideration of outliers and exceptional events. c) The CA‐60 near road portion of San Bernardino, Riverside and Los Angeles Counties has recently been redesignated as an attainment area based on data collected between 2018 and 2020
As shown in Table D, the Air Basin has been designated by the CARB as a non‐attainment area for ozone, PM10 and PM2.5 and partial nonattainment for NO2. Currently, the Air Basin is in attainment with the ambient air quality standards for lead, CO, SO2 and sulfates, and is unclassified for Hydrogen Sulfide.

The following lists the State of California Code of Regulations (CCR) air quality emission rules that are applicable, but not limited to all residential projects in the State.

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Assembly Bill 2588
The Air Toxics “Hot Spots” Information and Assessment Act (Assembly Bill [AB] 2588, 1987, Connelly) was enacted in 1987 as a meansto establish a formal air toxics emission inventory risk quantification program.

AB 2588, as amended, establishes a process that requires stationary sources to report the type and quantities of certain substances their facilities routinely release in California. The data is ranked by high, intermediate, and low categories, which are determined by: the potency, toxicity, quantity, volume, and proximity of the facility to nearby receptors.

CARB Regulation for In‐Use Off‐Road Diesel Vehicles
On July 26, 2007, the CARB adopted California Code of Regulations Title 13, Article 4.8, Chapter 9, Section 2449 to reduce DPM and NOx emissionsfrom in‐use off‐road heavy‐duty diesel vehiclesin California. Such vehicles are used in construction, mining, and industrial operations. The regulation limits idling to no more than five consecutive minutes, requires reporting and labeling, and requires disclosure of the regulation upon vehicle sale. Performance requirements of the rule are based on a fleet’s average NOx emissions, which can be met by replacing older vehicles with newer, cleaner vehicles or by applying exhaust retrofits. The regulation was amended in 2010 to delay the original timeline of the performance requirement making the first compliance deadline January 1, 2014 for large fleets (over 5,000 horsepower), 2017 for medium fleets (2,501‐5,000 horsepower), and 2019 for small fleets (2,500 horsepower or less). Currently, no commercial operation in California may add any equipment to their fleet that has a Tier 0, Tier 1, or Tier 2 engine. It should be noted that commercial fleets may continue to use their existing Tier 0, 1 and 2 equipment, if they can demonstrate that the average emissionsfrom their entire fleet emissions meet the NOx emissions targets.

CARB Resolution 08‐43 for On‐Road Diesel Truck Fleets
On December 12, 2008 the CARB adopted Resolution 08‐43, which limits NOx, PM10 and PM2.5 emissions from on‐road diesel truck fleets that operate in California. On October 12, 2009 Executive Order R‐09‐010 was adopted that codified Resolution 08‐43 into Section 2025, title 13 of the California Code of Regulations. This regulation requires that by the year 2023 all commercial diesel trucks that operate in California shall meet model year 2010 (Tier 4 Final) or latter emission standards. This regulation also provides a few exemptions including a onetime per year 3‐day pass for trucks registered outside of California. All on‐road diesel trucks utilized during construction of the proposed project will be required to comply with Resolution 08‐43.

4.3 Regional – Southern California
The SCAQMD is the agency principally responsible for comprehensive air pollution control in the South Coast Air Basin. To that end, as a regional agency, the SCAQMD works directly with the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), county transportation commissions, and local governments and cooperates actively with all federal and state agencies.

South Coast Air Quality Management District
SCAQMD develops rules and regulations, establishes permitting requirements for stationary sources, inspects emission sources, and enforces such measures through educational programs or fines, when necessary. SCAQMD is directly responsible for reducing emissions from stationary, mobile, and indirect sources. It has responded to this requirement by preparing a sequence of AQMPs. The Final 2022 Air Quality Management Plan (2022 AQMP) was adopted by ARB on January 26, 2023 and has been submitted to the U.S. EPA for final approval, which is anticipated to occur sometime this year. After the 2022 AQMP Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1993 of 2362

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has been adopted by the U.S. EPA, the 2022 AQMP will be incorporated into the State Implementation Plan (SIP). The 2022 AQMP establishes actions and strategies to reduce ozone levels to the U.S. EPA 2015 ozone standard of 70 ppb by 2037. The 2022 AQMP promotes extensive use ofzero‐emission technologies across all stationary and mobile sources coupled with rules and regulations, investment strategies, and incentives.

Although SCAQMD is responsible for regional air quality planning efforts, it does not have the authority to directly regulate air quality issues associated with plans and new development projects throughout the Air Basin. Instead, this is controlled through local jurisdictions in accordance to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). In order to assist local jurisdictions with air quality compliance issues the CEQA Air Quality Handbook (SCAQMD CEQA Handbook), prepared by SCAQMD, 1993, with the most current updates found at http://www.aqmd.gov/ceqa/hdbk.html, was developed in accordance with the projections and programs detailed in the AQMPs. The purpose of the SCAQMD CEQA Handbook is to assist Lead Agencies, as well as consultants, project proponents, and other interested partiesin evaluating a proposed project’s potential air quality impacts. Specifically, the SCAQMD CEQA Handbook explains the procedures that SCAQMD recommends be followed for the environmental review process required by CEQA. The SCAQMD CEQA Handbook provides direction on how to evaluate potential air quality impacts, how to determine whether these impacts are significant, and how to mitigate these impacts. The SCAQMD intends that by providing this guidance, the air quality impacts of plans and development proposals will be analyzed accurately and consistently throughout the Air Basin, and adverse impacts will be minimized.

The following lists the SCAQMD rules that are applicable but not limited to public works projects in the Air Basin.

Rule 402 ‐ Nuisance
Rule 402 prohibits a person from discharging from any source whatsoever such quantities of air contaminants or other material which causes injury, detriment, nuisance, or annoyance to any considerable number of persons or to the public, or which endanger the comfort, repose, health or safety of any such persons or the public, or which cause, or have a natural tendency to cause, injury or damage to business or property. Compliance with Rule 402 will reduce local air quality and odor impacts to nearby sensitive receptors.

Rule 403‐ Fugitive Dust
Rule 403 governs emissions of fugitive dust during construction activities and requiresthat no person shall cause or allow the emissions of fugitive dust such that dust remains visible in the atmosphere beyond the property line or the dust emission exceeds 20 percent opacity, if the dust is from the operation of a motorized vehicle. Compliance with this rule is achieved through application of standard Best Available Control Measures, which include but are not limited to the measures below. Compliance with these rules would reduce local air quality impacts to nearby sensitive receptors.  Utilize either a pad of washed gravel 50 feet long, 100 feet of paved surface, a wheel shaker, or a wheel washing device to remove material from vehicle tires and undercarriages before leaving project site.
 Do not allow any track out of material to extend more than 25 feet onto a public roadway and remove all track out at the end of each workday.

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 Water all exposed areas on active sites at least three times per day and pre‐water all areas prior to clearing and soil moving activities.
 Apply nontoxic chemical stabilizers according to manufacturer specifications to all construction areas that will remain inactive for 10 days or longer.
 Pre‐water all material to be exported prior to loading, and either cover all loads or maintain at least 2 feet of freeboard in accordance with the requirements of California Vehicle Code Section 23114.
 Replant all disturbed area as soon as practical.
 Suspend all grading activities when wind speeds (including wind gusts) exceed 25 miles per hour.  Restrict traffic speeds on all unpaved roads to 15 miles per hour or less.

Rules 1108 and 1108.1 – Cutback and Emulsified Asphalt
Rules 1108 and 1108.1 govern the sale, use, and manufacturing of asphalt and limits the VOC content in asphalt. This rule regulates the VOC contents of asphalt used during construction as well as any on‐going maintenance during operations. Therefore, all asphalt used during construction and operation of the proposed project must comply with SCAQMD Rules 1108 and 1108.1.

Rule 1113 – Architectural Coatings
Rule 1113 governs the sale, use, and manufacturing of architectural coatings and limits the VOC content in sealers, coatings, paints and solvents. This rule regulates the VOC contents of paints available during construction. Therefore, all paints and solvents used during construction and operation of the proposed project must comply with SCAQMD Rule 1113.

Southern California Association of Governments
The SCAG is the regional planning agency for Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Imperial Counties and addresses regional issues relating to transportation, the economy, community development and the environment. SCAG is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the majority of the southern California region and isthe largest MPO in the nation. With respect to air quality planning, SCAG has prepared the 2020‐2045 Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (Connect SoCal), adopted September 3, 2020and the 2019 Federal Transportation Improvement Program (2019 FTIP), adopted September 2018, which addressesregional development and growth forecasts. Although the Connect SoCal and 2019 FTIP are primarily planning documents for future transportation projects a key component of these plans are to integrate land use planning with transportation planning that promotes higher density infill development in close proximity to existing transit service. These plans form the basis for the land use and transportation components of the AQMP, which are utilized in the preparation of air quality forecasts and in the consistency analysis included in the AQMP. The Connect SoCal, 2019 FTIP, and AQMP are based on projections originating within the City and County General Plans.

4.4 Local – City of Redlands
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responsible for the implementation of transportation control measures as outlined in the AQMPs.

Examples of such measures include bus turnouts, energy‐efficient streetlights, and synchronized traffic signals. In accordance with CEQA requirements and the CEQA review process, the County assesses the air quality impacts of new development projects, requires mitigation of potentially significant air quality impacts by conditioning discretionary permits, and monitors and enforces implementation of such mitigation.

In accordance with the CEQA requirements, the City does not, however, have the expertise to develop plans, programs, procedures, and methodologies to ensure that air quality within the City and region will meet federal and state standards. Instead, the City relies on the expertise of the SCAQMD and utilizes the SCAQMD CEQA Handbook as the guidance document for the environmental review of plans and development proposals within its jurisdiction.

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5.0 GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE MANAGEMENT
The regulatory setting related to global climate change is addressed through the efforts of various international, federal,state, regional, and local government agencies. These agencies work jointly, as well as individually, to reduce GHG emissions through legislation, regulations, planning, policy‐making, education, and a variety of programs. The agencies responsible for global climate change regulations are discussed below.

5.1 International
In 1988, the United Nations established the IPCC to evaluate the impacts of global climate change and to develop strategies that nations could implement to curtail global climate change. In 1992, the United States joined other countries around the world in signing the United Nations’ Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) agreement with the goal of controlling GHG emissions. The parties of the UNFCCC adopted the Kyoto Protocol, which set binding GHG reduction targets for 37 industrialized countries, the objective of reducing their collective GHG emissions by five percent below 1990 levels by 2012. The Kyoto Protocol has been ratified by 182 countries, but has not been ratified by the United States. It should be noted that Japan and Canada opted out of the Kyoto Protocol and the remaining developed countries that ratified the Kyoto Protocol have not met their Kyoto targets. The Kyoto Protocol expired in 2012 and the amendment for the second commitment period from 2013 to 2020 has not yet entered into legal force. The Parties to the Kyoto Protocol negotiated the Paris Agreement in December 2015, agreeing to set a goal of limiting global warming to less than 2 degrees Celsius compared with pre‐ industrial levels. The Paris Agreement has been adopted by 195 nations with 147 ratifying it, including the United States by President Obama, who ratified it by Executive Order on September 3, 2016. On June 1, 2017, President Trump announced that the United States is withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and on January 21, 2021 President Biden signed an executive order rejoining the Paris Agreement.

Additionally, the Montreal Protocol was originally signed in 1987 and substantially amended in 1990 and 1992. The Montreal Protocol stipulates that the production and consumption of compounds that deplete ozone in the stratosphere—CFCs, halons, carbon tetrachloride, and methyl chloroform—were to be phased out, with the first three by the year 2000 and methyl chloroform by 2005.

5.2 Federal – United States Environmental Protection Agency The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for implementing federal policy to address global climate change. The Federal government administers a wide array of public‐private partnerships to reduce U.S. GHG intensity. These programsfocus on energy efficiency, renewable energy, methane, and other non‐CO2 gases, agricultural practices and implementation of technologies to achieve GHG reductions. EPA implements several voluntary programs that substantially contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions.

In Massachusetts v. Environmental Protection Agency (Docket No. 05–1120), argued November 29, 2006 and decided April 2, 2007, the U.S. Supreme Court held that not only did the EPA have authority to regulate greenhouse gases, but the EPA's reasons for not regulating this area did not fit the statutory requirements. As such, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the EPA should be required to regulate CO2 and other greenhouse gases as pollutants under the federal Clean Air Act (CAA).

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In response to the FY2008 Consolidations Appropriations Act (H.R. 2764; Public Law 110‐161), EPA proposed a rule on March 10, 2009 that requires mandatory reporting of GHG emissions from large sources in the United States. On September 22, 2009, the Final Mandatory Reporting of GHG Rule was signed and published in the Federal Register on October 30, 2009. The rule became effective on December 29, 2009. This rule requires suppliers of fossil fuels or industrial GHGs, manufacturers of vehicles and engines, and facilities that emit 25,000 metric tons or more per year of GHG emissions to submit annual reports to EPA.

On December 7, 2009, the EPA Administrator signed two distinct findings under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act. One is an endangermentfinding that finds concentrations of the six GHGsin the atmosphere threaten the public health and welfare of current and future generations. The other is a cause or contribute finding, that finds emissions from new motor vehicles and new motor vehicle engines contribute to the GHG pollution which threatens public health and welfare. These actions did not impose any requirements on industry or other entities, however, since 2009 the EPA has been providing GHG emission standards for vehicles and other stationary sources of GHG emissions that are regulated by the EPA. On September 13, 2013 the EPA Administrator signed 40 CFR Part 60, that limits emissions from new sources to 1,100 pounds of CO2 per mega‐watt hour (MWh) for fossil fuel‐fired utility boilers and 1,000 pounds of CO2 per MWh for large natural gas‐fired combustion units.

On August 3, 2015, the EPA announced the Clean Power Plan, emissions guidelinesfor U.S.statesto follow in developing plans to reduce GHG emissions from existing fossil fuel‐fired power plants (Federal Register Vol. 80, No. 205, October 23 2015). On October 11, 2017, the EPA issued a formal proposal to repeal the Clean Power Plan and on June 19, 2019 the EPA replaced the Clean Power Plan with the Affordable Clean Energy rule that is anticipated to lower power sector GHG emissions by 11 million tons by the year 2030.

On April 30, 2020, the EPA and the National Highway Safety Administration published the Final Rule for the Safer Affordable Fuel‐Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Rule for Model Years 2021‐2026 Passenger Cars and Light Trucks (SAFE Vehicles Rule). Part One of the Rule revokes California’s authority to set its own GHG emissions standards and zero‐emission vehicle mandates in California, which results in one emission standard to be used nationally for all passenger cars and light trucks that is set by the EPA.

5.3 State
The CARB has the primary responsible for implementing state policy to address global climate change, however there are State regulations related to global climate change that affect a variety of State agencies. CARB, which is a part of the California Environmental Protection Agency, is responsible for the coordination and administration of both the federal and state air pollution control programs within California. In this capacity, the CARB conducts research, sets California Ambient Air Quality Standards (CAAQS), compiles emission inventories, developssuggested control measures, provides oversight of local programs, and prepares the SIP. In addition, the CARB establishes emission standards for motor vehicles sold in California, consumer products (e.g. hairspray, aerosol paints, and barbeque lighter fluid), and various types of commercial equipment. It also sets fuel specifications to further reduce vehicular emissions.

In 2008, CARB approved a Climate Change Scoping Plan that proposes a “comprehensive set of actions designed to reduce overall carbon GHG emissions in California, improve our environment, reduce our dependence on oil, diversify our energy sources,save energy, create new jobs, and enhance public health” (CARB 2008). The Climate Change Scoping Plan has a range of GHG reduction actions which include direct Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1998 of 2362

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regulations; alternative compliance mechanisms; monetary and non‐monetary incentives; voluntary actions; market‐based mechanisms such as a cap‐and‐trade system. In 2014, CARB approved the First Update to the Climate Change Scoping Plan (CARB, 2014) that identifies additional strategies moving beyond the 2020 targets to the year 2050. On December 14, 2017 CARB adopted the California’s 2017 Climate Change Scoping Plan, November 2017 (CARB, 2017) that provides specific statewide policies and measures to achieve the 2030 GHG reduction target of 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030 and the aspirational 2050 GHG reduction target of 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. In addition, the State has passed the following laws directing CARB to develop actionsto reduce GHG emissions, which are listed below in chronological order, with the most current first.

Executive Order B‐55‐18 and Assembly Bill 1279
The California Governor issued Executive Order B‐55‐18 in September 2018 that establishes a new statewide goal to achieve carbon neutrality as soon as possible, but no later than 2045. This executive order directs CARB to work with relevant State agencies to develop a framework for implementation and accounting that tracks progress toward this goal as well as ensuring future scoping plans identify and recommend measures to achieve this carbon neutrality goal. Assembly Bill 1279 was passed by the legislature in September 2022 that codifies the carbon neutrality targets provided in Executive Order B‐ 55‐18. The 2022 Scoping Plan for Achieving Carbon Neutrality, prepared by CARB, November 16, 2022 that will be considered for adoption at CARB’s December Board meeting, was prepared in order to meet the carbon neutrality goal targets developed in Executive Order B‐55‐18 and codified in Assembly Bill 1279.

Executive Order N‐79‐20
The California Governor issued Executive Order N‐79‐20 on September 23, 2020 that requires all new passenger cars and trucks and commercial drayage trucks sold in California to be zero‐emissions by the year 2035 and all medium‐ heavy‐duty vehicles (commercial trucks) sold in the state to be zero‐emission by 2045 for all operations where feasible. Executive Order N‐79‐20 also requires all off‐road vehicles and equipment to transition to 100 percent zero‐emission equipment, where feasible by 2035.

California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 24, Part 6
The CEC is also responsible for implementing the CCR Title 24, Part 6: California’s Energy Efficiency Standards for Residential and Nonresidential Buildings (Title 24 Part 6) that were first established in 1978 in response to a legislative mandate to reduce California’s energy consumption. In 2008 the State set an energy‐use reduction goal of zero‐net‐energy use of all new homes by 2020 and the CEC was mandated to meet this goal through revisions to the Title 24, Part 6 regulations.

The Title 24 standards are updated on a three‐year schedule and since 2008 the standards have been incrementally moving to the 2020 goal of the zero‐net‐energy use. The 2022 Title 24 standards are the current standards that went into effect on January 1, 2023.

According to the Title 24 Part 6 Fact Sheet, the CEC estimates that over 30 years the 2022 Title 24 standards will reduce 10 MMTCO2e of GHG emissions, which is equivalent to taking nearly 2.2 million cars off the road for a year. For single‐family homes, the CEC estimates that the 2022 Title 24 changes from using natural gasfurnaces to electric heat pumps to heat new homes and would reduce net CO2 emissions by 16,230 MTCO2e per year, when compared to the 2019 Title 24 standards, which is equivalent of taking 3,641 gas cars off the road each year. The 2022 Title 24 standards will: (1) Increase onsite renewable energy generation; (2) Increases electric load flexibility to support grid reliability; (3) Reduces emissions Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 1999 of 2362

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from newly constructed buildings; (4) Reduces air pollution forimproved public health; and (5) Encourages adoption of environmentally beneficial efficient electric technologies.

California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 24, Part 11
CCR Title 24, Part 11: California Green Building Standards (CalGreen Code) was developed in response to continued efforts to reduce GHG emissions associated with energy consumption. The CalGreen Code is also updated every three years and the current version is the 2022 CalGreen Code.

The CalGreen Code contains requirements for construction site selection; storm water control during construction; construction waste reduction; indoor water use reduction; material selection; natural resource conservation; site irrigation conservation; and more. The code provides for design options allowing the designer to determine how best to achieve compliance for a given site or building condition.

The code also requires building commissioning, which is a process for verifying that all building systems (e.g., heating and cooling equipment and lighting systems) are functioning at their maximum efficiency.

The CalGreen Code provides standards for bicycle parking, carpool/vanpool/electric vehicle spaces, light and glare reduction, grading and paving, energy efficient appliances, renewable energy, graywater systems, water efficient plumbing fixtures, recycling and recycled materials, pollutant controls (including moisture control and indoor air quality), acoustical controls, storm water management, building design, insulation, flooring, and framing, among others. Implementation of the CalGreen Code measures reduces energy consumption and vehicle trips and encourages the use of alternative‐fuel vehicles, which reduces pollutant emissions.

Some of the notable changes in the 2022 CalGreen Code over the prior 2019 CalGreen Code for nonresidential development mandatory requirementsinclude repeal of the designated parking spaces for clean air vehicles, an increase in the number of electric vehicle (EV) ready parking spaces and a new requirement for installed Level 2 or DCFC EV charging stations for autos and added EV charging readiness requirements to loading docks, enhanced thermal insulation requirements, and acoustical ceilings are now required.

Senate Bill 100 and Executive Order B‐55‐18
Senate Bill 100 (SB 100) was adopted September 2018 and the California Governor issued Executive Order B‐55‐18 in September 2018, shortly before SB 100 was adopted. SB 100 and Executive Order B‐55‐18 requires that by December 1, 2045 that 100 percent of retail sales of electricity to be generated from renewable or zero‐carbon emission sources of electricity. SB 100 supersedes the renewable energy requirements set by SB 350, SB 1078, SB 107, and SB X1‐2. However, the interim renewable energy thresholds from the prior Bills of 44 percent by December 31, 2024, 52 percent by December 31, 2027, and 60 percent by December 31, 2030, will remain in effect.

Executive Order B‐48‐18 and Assembly Bill 2127
The California Governor issued Executive Order B‐48‐18 on January 26, 2018 that orders all state entities to work with the private sector to put at least five million zero‐emission vehicles on California roads by 2030 and to install 200 hydrogen fueling stations and 250,000 electric vehicle chargers by 2025. Currently there are approximately 350,000 electric vehicles operating in California, which represents approximately

1.5 percent of the 24 million vehicles total currently operating in California. Implementation of Executive Order B‐48‐18 would result in approximately 20 percent of all vehicles in California to be zero emission electric vehicles. Assembly Bill 2127 (AB 2127) was codified into statute on September 13, 2018 and Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 2000 of 2362

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requires that the CEC working with CARB prepare biannual assessments of the statewide electric vehicle charging infrastructure needed to support the levels of zero emission vehicle adoption required for the State to meet its goals of putting at least 5 million zero‐emission vehicles on California roads by 2030.

Executive Order B‐30‐15, Senate Bill 32 and Assembly Bill 197 The California Governor issued Executive Order B‐30‐15 on April 29, 2015 that aims to reduce California’s GHG emissions 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030. This executive order aligns California’s GHG reduction targets with those of other international governments, such as the European Union that set the same target for 2030 in October, 2014. This target will make it possible to reach the ultimate goal of reducing GHG emissions 80 percent under 1990 levels by 2050 that is based on scientifically established levels needed in the U.S.A to limit global warming below 2 degrees Celsius – the warming threshold at which scientists say there will likely be major climate disruptions such as super droughts and rising sea levels. Assembly Bill 197 (AB 197) (September 8, 2016) and Senate Bill 32 (SB 32) (September 8, 2016) codified into statute the GHG emissionsreduction targets of at least 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030 as detailed in Executive Order B‐30‐15. AB 197 also requires additional GHG emissions reporting that is broken down to sub‐county levels and requires CARB to consider the social costs of emissions impacting disadvantaged communities.

Executive Order B‐29‐15
The California Governor issued Executive Order B‐29‐15 on April 1, 2015 and directed the State Water Resources Control Board to impose restrictions to achieve a statewide 25% reduction in urban water usage and directed the Department of Water Resources to replace 50 million square feet of lawn with drought tolerant landscaping through an update to the State’s Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. The Ordinance also requires installation of more efficient irrigation systems, promotion of greywater usage and onsite stormwater capture, and limits the turf planted in new residential landscapes to 25 percent of the total area and restricts turf from being planted in median strips or in parkways unless the parkway is next to a parking strip and a flat surface is required to enter and exit vehicles. Executive Order B‐29‐15 would reduce GHG emissions associated with the energy used to transport and filter water.

Assembly Bill 341 and Senate Bills 939 and 1374
Senate Bill 939 (SB 939) requires that each jurisdiction in California to divert at least 50 percent of its waste away from landfills, whether through waste reduction, recycling or other means. Senate Bill 1374 (SB 1374) requires the California Integrated Waste Management Board to adopt a model ordinance by March 1, 2004 suitable for adoption by any local agency to require 50 to 75 percent diversion of construction and demolition of waste materials from landfills. Assembly Bill 341 (AB 341) was adopted in 2011 and builds upon the waste reduction measures of SB 939 and 1374, and set a new target of a 75 percent reduction in solid waste generated by the year 2020.

Senate Bill 375
Senate Bill 375 (SB 375) was adopted September 2008 in order to support the State’s climate action goals to reduce GHG emissions through coordinated regional transportation planning efforts, regional GHG emission reduction targets, and land use and housing allocation. SB 375 requires CARB to set regional targets for GHG emissions reductions from passenger vehicle use. In 2010, CARB established targets for 2020 and 2035 for each Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO) within the State. It was up to each MPO to adopt a sustainable communities strategy (SCS) that will prescribe land use allocation in that MPOs Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) to meet CARB’s 2020 and 2035 GHG emission reduction targets.

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detailed at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our‐work/programs/sustainable‐communities‐program/regional‐ plan‐targets, which provides GHG emissions reduction targets for SCAG of 8 percent by 2020 and 19 percent by 2035.

The 2020‐2045 Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (Connect SoCal), adopted September 3, 2020 provides a 2035 GHG emission reduction target of 19 percent reduction over the 2005 per capita emissions levels. The Connect SoCal include new initiatives of land use, transportation and technology to meet the 2035 new 19 percent GHG emission reduction target for 2035. CARB is also charged with reviewing SCAG’s RTP/SCS for consistency with its assigned targets.

City and County land use policies, including General Plans, are not required to be consistent with the RTP and associated SCS. However, new provisions of CEQA incentivize, through streamlining and other provisions, qualified projects that are consistent with an approved SCS and categorized as “transit priority projects.”
Assembly Bill 32
In 2006, the California State Legislature adopted AB 32, the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006. AB 32 requires CARB, to adopt rules and regulations that would achieve GHG emissions equivalent to statewide levels in 1990 by 2020 through an enforceable statewide emission cap which will be phased in starting in 2012. Emission reductions shall include carbon sequestration projects that would remove carbon from the atmosphere and utilize best management practices that are technologically feasible and cost effective.

In 2007 CARB released the calculated Year 1990 GHG emissions of 431 MMTCO2e. The 2020 target of 431 MMTCO2e requiresthe reduction of 78 MMTCO2e, or approximately 16 percent from the State’s projected 2020 business as usual emissions of 509 MMTCO2e (CARB, 2014). Under AB 32, CARB was required to adopt regulations by January 1, 2011 to achieve reductions in GHGs to meet the 1990 cap by 2020. Early measures CARB took to lower GHG emissions included requiring operators of the largest industrial facilities that emit 25,000 metric tons of CO2 in a calendar year to submit verification of GHG emissions by December 1, 2010. The CARB Board also approved nine discrete early action measures that include regulations affecting landfills, motor vehicle fuels, refrigerants in cars, port operations and other sources, all of which became enforceable on or before January 1, 2010.

CARB’s Scoping Plan that was adopted in 2009, proposes a variety of measures including: strengthening energy efficiency and building standards; targeted fees on water and energy use; a market‐based cap‐ and‐trade system; achieving a 33 percentrenewable energy mix; and a fee regulation to fund the program.

The 2014 update to the Scoping Plan identifies strategies moving beyond the 2020 targets to the year 2050.

The Cap‐and‐Trade Program established under the Scoping Plan sets a statewide limit on sources responsible for 85 percent of California’s GHG emissions, and has established a market for long‐term investment in energy efficiency and cleaner fuels since 2012.

Assembly Bill 1493
California Assembly Bill 1493 (also known as the Pavley Bill, in reference to its author Fran Pavley) was enacted on July 22, 2002 and required CARB to develop and adopt regulations that reduce GHGs emitted by passenger vehicles and light duty trucks. In 2004, CARB approved the “Pavley I” regulations limiting Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 2002 of 2362

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the amount of GHGs that may be released from new passenger automobiles that are being phased in between model years 2009 through 2016. These regulations will reduce GHG emissions by 30 percent from 2002 levels by 2016. In June 2009, the EPA granted California the authority to implement GHG emission reduction standards for light duty vehicles, in September 2009, amendments to the Pavley I regulations were adopted by CARB and implementation of the “Pavley I” regulations started in 2009.

The second set of regulations “Pavley II” was developed in 2010, and is being phased in between model years 2017 through 2025 with the goal of reducing GHG emissions by 45 percent by the year 2020 as compared to the 2002 fleet. The Pavley II standards were developed by linking the GHG emissions and formerly separate toxic tailpipe emissions standards previously known as the “LEV III” (third stage of the Low Emission Vehicle standards) into a single regulatory framework. The new rulesreduce emissionsfrom gasoline‐powered cars as well as promote zero‐emissions auto technologies such as electricity and hydrogen, and through increasing the infrastructure for fueling hydrogen vehicles. In 2009, the U.S. EPA granted California the authority to implement the GHG standards for passenger cars, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles and these GHG emissions standards are currently being implemented nationwide.

The EPA has performed a midterm evaluation of the longer‐term standards for model years 2022‐2025, and based on the findings of this midterm evaluation, the EPA proposed The Safer Affordable Fuel Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Proposed Rule for Model Years 2021‐2026 that amends the corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) and GHG emissions standards for light vehicles for model years 2021 through 2026. The SAFE Vehicles Rule was published on April 30, 2020 and made effective on June 29, 2020.

5.4 Regional – Southern California
The SCAQMD isthe agency principally responsible for comprehensive air pollution control in the Air Basin.

To that end, as a regional agency, the SCAQMD works directly with SCAG, county transportation commissions, and local governments and cooperates actively with all federal and state agencies.

However, for other projects in the Air Basin where it is not the lead agency, it is limited to providing resourcesto other lead agencies in order to assist them in determining GHG emission thresholds and GHG reduction measures. In order to assist local agencies with direction on GHG emissions, the SCAQMD organized a Working Group, which is described below.

SCAQMD Working Group
Since neither CARB nor the OPR has developed GHG emissions threshold, the SCAQMD formed a Working Group to develop significance thresholds related to GHG emissions. At the September 28, 2010 Working Group meeting, the SCAQMD released its most current version of the draft GHG emissions thresholds, which recommends a tiered approach that either provides a quantitative annual thresholds of 3,500 MTCO2e for residential uses, 1,400 MTCO2e for commercial uses, 3,000 MTCO2e for mixed uses, and 10,000 MTCO2e for industrial uses.

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Southern California Association of Governments
The SCAG is the regional planning agency for Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Imperial Counties and addresses regional issues relating to transportation, the economy, community development and the environment. SCAG is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the majority of the southern California region and isthe largest MPO in the nation. With respect to air quality planning, SCAG has prepared the Connect SoCal and 2019 FTIP addresses regional development and growth forecasts. Although the Connect SoCal and 2019 FTIP are primarily planning documents for future transportation projects a key component of these plans are to integrate land use planning with transportation planning that promotes higher density infill development in close proximity to existing transit service. These plans form the basis for the land use and transportation components of the AQMP, which are utilized in the preparation of air quality forecasts and in the consistency analysis included in the AQMP. The Connect SoCal, 2019 FTIP, and AQMP are based on projections originating within the City and County General Plans.

5.5 Local – City of Redlands
Local jurisdictions, such as the City of Redlands, have the authority and responsibility to reduce GHG emissions through their police power and decision‐making authority. Specifically, the City is responsible for the assessment and mitigation of GHG emissions resulting from its land use decisions. In accordance with CEQA requirements and the CEQA review process, the City assesses the global climate change potential of new development projects, requires mitigation of potentially significant global climate change impacts by conditioning discretionary permits, and monitors and enforces implementation of such mitigation. In order to address the State’s GHG emissions reduction standards within the City, the City of Redlands Climate Action Plan (Redlands CAP), was adopted on December 5, 2017. The Redlands CAP incorporates the guidelines established in California’s 2017 Climate Change Scoping Plan (2017 Scoping Plan), prepared by CARB, November 2017. The 2017 Scoping Plan was prepared to meet the most current GHG emissions reduction targets set in Executive Order S‐3‐15 and SB 32 that recommends local governments to develop plans to reduce GHG emissions to 6 MTCO2e per capita per year by the year 2030 and 2 MTCO2e per capita per year by the year 2050. Since the Redlands CAP was prepared in coordination with the General Plan that has a horizon year of 2035, the Redlands CAP provides a year 2035 target of 5 MTCO2e per capita per year, which was determined through interpolation of the 2030 and 2035 GHG emissions targets.

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6.0 ATMOSPHERIC SETTING

6.1 South Coast Air Basin
The project site is located within City of Redlands within the County of San Bernardino, which is part of the South Coast Air Basin (Air Basin) that includes the non‐desert portions of Riverside, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles Counties and all of Orange County. The Air Basin is located on a coastal plain with connecting broad valleys and low hills to the east. Regionally, the Air Basin is bounded by the Pacific Ocean to the southwest and high mountains to the east forming the inland perimeter.

6.2 Local Climate
The climate of western San Bernardino County, technically called an interior valley subclimate of the Southern California’s Mediterranean‐type climate, is characterized by hot dry summers, mild moist winters with infrequent rainfall, moderate afternoon breezes, and generally fair weather. Occasional periods of strong Santa Ana winds and winter storms interrupt the otherwise mild weather pattern. The clouds and fog that form along the area’s coastline rarely extend as far inland as western San Bernardino County. When morning clouds and fog form, they typically burn off quickly after sunrise. The most important weather pattern from an air quality perspective is associated with the warm season airflow across the densely populated areas located west of the project site. This airflow brings polluted air into western San Bernardino County late in the afternoon. This transport pattern creates unhealthful air quality that may extend to the project site particularly during the summer months.

Winds are an important parameter in characterizing the air quality environment of a project site because they both determine the regional pattern of air pollution transport and control the rate of dispersion near a source. Daytime winds in western San Bernardino County are usually light breezes from off the coast as air moves regionally onshore from the cool Pacific Ocean to the warm Mojave Desert interior of Southern California. These winds allow for good local mixing, but as discussed above, these coastal winds carry significant amounts of industrial and automobile air pollutants from the densely urbanized western portion of the Air Basin into the interior valleys which become trapped by the mountains that border the eastern and northern edges of the Air Basin.

In the summer, strong temperature inversions may occur that limit the vertical depth through which air pollution can be dispersed. Air pollutants concentrate because they cannot rise through the inversion layer and disperse. These inversions are more common and persistent during the summer months. Over time, sunlight produces photochemical reactions within this inversion layer that creates ozone, a particularly harmful air pollutant. Occasionally, strong thermal convections occur which allows the air pollutants to rise high enough to pass over the mountains and ultimately dilute the smog cloud.

In the winter, light nocturnal windsresult mainly from the drainage of cool air off of the mountainstoward the valley floor while the air aloft over the valley remains warm. This forms a type of inversion known as a radiation inversion. Such winds are characterized by stagnation and poor local mixing and trap pollutants such as automobile exhaust near theirsource. Despite light wind conditions, especially at night and in the early morning, winter is generally a period of good air quality in the project vicinity.

The temperature and precipitation levels for the Redlands Monitoring station, which is the nearest weather station to the project site with historical data are shown below in Table E. Table E shows that August istypically the warmest month and December istypically the coolest month. Rainfall in the project Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 2005 of 2362

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area varies considerably in both time and space. Almost all the annual rainfall comes from the fringes of mid‐latitude storms from late November to early April, with summers being almost completely dry.

Table E – Monthly Climate Data
Month
Average Maximum
Temperature (°F)
Average Minimum
Temperature (°F)
Average Total Precipitation
(inches)
January 64.8 39.4 2.68
February 66.1 41.3 2.64
March 69.1 43.6 2.28
April 73.8 46.8 1.17
May 78.6 51.2 0.47
June 86.8 55.2 0.10
July 94.5 60.3 0.07
August 94.3 60.7 0.15
September 90.2 57.6 0.28
October 81.0 54.3 0.69
November 72.6 44.0 1.13
December 65.8 39.6 1.89
Annual 78.1 49.2 13.56
Source: https://wrcc.dri.edu/cgi‐bin/cliMAIN.pl?ca7306

6.3 Monitored Local Air Quality
The air quality at any site is dependent on the regional air quality and local pollutant sources. Regional air quality is determined by the release of pollutants throughout the Air Basin. Improvements in cleaner technology and strict regulations have reduced ozone levels since its peak in the mid‐twentieth century.

However, ozone levels have remained unacceptably high over the past decade despite significant reductions. This trend is due to the changes in climate and other weather conditions such as the increase in hot, stagnant days that can lead to the formation of ozone that we have experienced in recent years. (SCAQMD, 2022).

SCAQMD has divided the Air Basin into 38 air‐monitoring areas with a designated ambient air monitoring station representative of each area. The project site is located in Air Monitoring Area 34, Central San Bernardino Valley, which covers the area from Fontana to the base of the San Bernardino Mountains.

Since not all air monitoring stations measure all of the tracked pollutants, the data from the following two monitoring stations, listed in the order of proximity to the projectsite have been used: Redlands‐Dearborn Monitoring Station (Redlands Station) and San Bernardino‐4th Street Monitoring Station (San Bernardino Station).

The Redlands Station is located approximately 3.2 miles north of the project site at 500 North Dearborn Street, Redlands and the San Bernardino Station is located approximately 10 miles northwest of the project site at 24302 4th Street, San Bernardino. Table F presents the monitored pollutant levels from these Monitoring Stations. Ozone and PM10 were measured at the Redlands Station and NO2 and PM2.5 were measured at the San Bernardino Station. CO measurements have not been provided, since CO is currently in attainment in the Air Basin and monitoring of CO within the Air Basin ended on March 31, 2013. It should also be noted that due to the air monitoring stations distances from the project site, Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 2006 of 2362

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recorded air pollution levels at the air monitoring stations reflect with varying degrees of accuracy, local air quality conditions at the project site.

Table F – Local Area Air Quality Monitoring Summary
Pollutant  (Standard)
Year
2020 2021 2022
Ozone: 1
Maximum 1‐Hour Concentration (ppm) 0.173 0.145 0.135
Days > CAAQS (0.09 ppm) 104 74 63
Maximum 8‐Hour Concentration (National Measurement) (ppm) 0.136 0.119 0.109 Days > NAAQS (0.070 ppm) 141 114 104
Days > CAAQs (0.070 ppm) 145 118 106
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2
Maximum 1‐Hour Concentration (ppb) 54.0 56.3 52.6
Days > NAAQS (100 ppb) 0 0 0
Days > CAAQS (180 ppb) 0 0 0
Inhalable Particulates (PM10): 1
Maximum 24‐Hour National Measurement (ug/m3) 87.7 44.2 50.5 Days > NAAQS (150 ug/m3
) 0 0 0
Days > CAAQS (50 ug/m3) 2 0 0
Annual Arithmetic Mean (AAM) (ug/m3) 24.7 23.7 22.4
Annual > NAAQS (50 ug/m3) No No No
Annual > CAAQS (20 ug/m3) Yes Yes Yes
Ultra‐Fine Particulates (PM2.5):2
Maximum 24‐Hour National Measurement (ug/m3) 56.6 57.9 40.1 Days > NAAQS (35 ug/m3
)   2 1 2
Annual Arithmetic Mean (AAM) (ug/m3) ND 11.9 11.3
Annual > NAAQS and CAAQS (12 ug/m3) No No No
Notes: Exceedances are listed in bold.  CAAQS = California Ambient Air Quality Standard; NAAQS = National Ambient Air Quality Standard; ppm = parts per million; ppb = parts per billion; ND = no data available. 1 Data obtained from the Redlands Station. 2
Data obtained from the San Bernardino Station.

Source: http://www.arb.ca.gov/adam/
Ozone
During the last three years, the State 1‐hour concentration standard for ozone has been exceeded between 63 and 104 days each year at the Redlands Station. The State 8‐hour ozone standard has been exceeded between 106 and 145 days each year over the last three years at the Redlands Station. The Federal 8‐hour ozone standard has been exceeded between 104 and 141 days each year over the last three years at the Redlands Station. Ozone is a secondary pollutant as it is not directly emitted. Ozone is the result of chemicalreactions between other pollutants, mostimportantly hydrocarbons and NO2, which Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 2007 of 2362

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occur only in the presence of bright sunlight. Pollutants emitted from upwind cities react during transport downwind to produce the oxidant concentrations experienced in the area. Many areas of Southern California contribute to the ozone levels experienced at this monitoring station, with the more significant areas being those directly upwind.

Nitrogen Dioxide
The San Bernardino Station did not record an exceedance of either the Federal or State 1‐hour NO2 standards for the last three years.

Particulate Matter
The State 24‐hour concentration standard for PM10 has been exceeded for only two daysin the year 2020 over the past three years at the Redlands Station. Over the past three years the Federal 24‐hour standard for PM10 has not been exceeded at the Redlands Station. The annual PM10 concentration at the San Bernardino Station has exceeded the State standard for the past three years and has not exceeded the Federal standard for the past three years.

Over the past three years the federal 24‐hour concentration standard for PM2.5 has been exceeded between one and two days each year over the past three years at the San Bernardino Station. The annual PM2.5 concentrations at the San Bernardino Station has been within both the State and Federalstandards for the past three years. There does not appear to be a noticeable trend for PM10 or PM2.5 in either maximum particulate concentrations or days of exceedances in the area. Particulate levelsin the area are due to natural sources, grading operations, and motor vehicles.

According to the EPA,some people are much more sensitive than othersto breathing fine particles (PM10 and PM2.5). People with influenza, chronic respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, and the elderly may suffer worsening illness and premature death due to breathing these fine particles. People with bronchitis can expect aggravated symptoms from breathing in fine particles. Children may experience decline in lung function due to breathing in PM10 and PM2.5. Other groups considered sensitive are smokers and people who cannot breathe well through their noses. Exercising athletes are also considered sensitive, because many breathe through their mouths during exercise.

6.4 Toxic Air Contaminant Levels in the Air Basin
In order to determine the Air Basin‐wide risks associated with major airborne carcinogens, the SCAQMD conducted the Multiple Air Toxics Exposure Study (MATES) studies. According to the MATES V study (SCAQMD, 2021), the projectsite has an estimated cancer risk of 341 per million persons chance of cancer.

In comparison, the average cancer risk for the Air Basin is 455 per million persons. The MATES V study monitored air toxins between May 1, 2018 to April 30, 2019, found that cancer risk from air toxics has declined significantly in the Air Basin with a 40 percent decrease in cancer risk since the monitoring for the MATES IV study that occurred between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2013 and an 84 percent decrease in cancer risk since the monitoring for the MATES II study that occurred between April 1, 1998 and March 31, 1999.

The MATES V study also analyzed impacts specific to the communities experiencing environmental injustices (EJ communities) that were evaluated using the Senate Bill 535 definition of disadvantaged communities, which found that between MATES IV and MATES V, the cancer risk from air toxics decreased by 57 percent in EJ communities overall, compared to a 53 percent reduction in non‐EJ communities.

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In order to provide a perspective of risk, it is often estimated that the incidence in cancer over a lifetime for the U.S. population ranges between 1 in 3 to 4 and 1 in 3, or a risk of about 300,000 per million persons.

The MATES‐III study referenced a Harvard Report on Cancer Prevention, which estimated that of cancers associated with known risk factors, about 30 percent were related to tobacco, about 30 percent were related to diet and obesity, and about 2 percent were associated with environmental pollution related exposures that includes hazardous air pollutants.

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7.0 MODELING PARAMETERS AND ASSUMPTIONS

7.1 CalEEMod Model Input Parameters
The criteria air pollution and GHG emissions impacts created by the proposed project have been analyzed through use of the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod) Version 2022.1.1.19. CalEEMod is a computer model published by the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association (CAPCOA) for estimating air pollutant and GHG emissions. The CalEEMod program uses the EMFAC2021 computer program to calculate the emission rates specific for the South Coast Air Basin portion of San Bernardino County for employee, vendor and haul truck vehicle trips and the OFFROAD2007 and OFFROAD2011 computer programs to calculate emission rates for heavy equipment operations. EMFAC2021, OFFROAD2007 and OFFROAD2011 are computer programs generated by CARB that calculates composite emission rates for vehicles. Emission rates are reported by the program in grams per trip and grams per mile or grams per running hour.

The project characteristics in the CalEEMod model were set to a project location of the South Coast Air Basin portion of San Bernardino County, utility companies of Southern California Edison and Southern California Gas and a project opening year of 2025.

Land Use Parameters
The proposed project consists of construction of two new above ground 220 foot diameter factory‐coated bolt carbon steel tanks. It is anticipated that approximately 6.2 acres will be disturbed as part of the proposed project. A driveway will be constructed utilizing asphalt/gravel that connects the water tanks to Helen Court. Two parking spaces will also be installed for maintenance purposes. Since the final plans are not yet available, this analysis is based on the paved area covering up to 0.7 acres. The proposed project is expected to break ground in 2024 and be completed by 2025.

The proposed project’s land use parameters that were entered into the CalEEMod model are shown in Table G.

Table G – CalEEMod Land Use Parameters
Proposed Land Use
Land Use Subtype in
CalEEMod
Land Use
Size1
Lot
Acreage2
Building3
(square feet)
Landscaped
Area4 (sq ft)
Proposed Reservoirs User Defined Industrial 6 AC 5.50 76,027 23,951 Paved Areas Other Asphalt Surfaces 1 AC 0.70 ‐‐ 3,049 Notes: 1 TSF = Thousand Square Feet; AC = Acres 2 Lot acreage calculated based on the total disturbed area of 6.2‐acres. 3 Building square feet represents area where architectural coatings will be applied. 4 Landscaped area based on 10 percent of the area disturbed, spread proportionally between land uses.

Construction Parameters
Construction of the proposed project is anticipated to start around May 2024 and was modeled based on the CalEEMod default timing that would have construction completed by July 2025. The construction‐ related GHG emissions were based on a 30‐year amortization rate as recommended in the SCAQMD GHG Working Group meeting on November 19, 2009. The phases of construction activities that have been Redlands Regular meeting of 07-16-24 2010 of 2362

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analyzed are detailed below and include: 1) Site Preparation; 2) Grading, 3) Building construction, 4) Paving; and ) Application of architectural coatings.

The CalEEMod model provides the selection of “mitigation” to account for project conditions that would result in less emissions than a project without these conditions, however it should be noted that this “mitigation” may representregulatory requirements. Thisincludesthe required to adherence to SCAQMD Rule 403, which requires that the Best Available Control Measures be utilized to reduce fugitive dust emissions and was modeled in CalEEMod by selection of mitigation of water all exposed areas three times per day.

Site Preparation
The site preparation phase would consist of removing any vegetation, tree stumps, and stones onsite prior to grading. The site preparation phase was modeled as starting in May 2024 and was modeled as occurring over two weeks, which is based on the CalEEMod default timing. The site preparation activities would generate an average of 17.5 worker trips per day. In order to account for water truck emissions, three onsite truck trips per day with a 0.25‐mile length was added to the site preparation phase. The onsite equipment would consist of three rubber‐tired dozers, and four of either tractors, loaders, or backhoes, which is based on the CalEEMod default equipment mix.

Grading
The grading phase would occur after completion of the site preparation phase and was modeled as occurring over four weeks, which is based on the CalEEMod default timing. The grading would likely be balanced, which would result in no dirt being imported or exported from the project site. The grading activities would generate 15 worker trips per day. In order to account for water truck emissions, three onsite truck trips per day with a 0.25‐mile length was added to the grading phase. The onsite equipment would consist of one excavator, one grader, one rubber‐tired dozer, and three of either tractors, loaders, or backhoes, which is based on the CalEEMod default equipment mix.

Building Construction
The building construction would occur after the completion of the grading phase and was modeled as occurring over 11 months, which is based on the CalEEMod default timing. The building construction phase would generate an average of 31.9 worker trips and 12.5 vendor trips per day. The onsite equipment would consist of the simultaneous operation of one crane, three forklifts, one generator, one welder, and three of either tractors, loaders, or backhoes, which is based on the CalEEMod default equipment mix.

Paving
The paving phase would consist of paving the onsite driveway and parking. The paving phase would occur after the completion of the building construction phase and was modeled as occurring over four weeks, which is based on the CalEEMod default timing. The paving phase would generate an average of 15 worker trips per day. The onsite equipment would consist of the simultaneous operation of two pavers, two paving equipment, and two rollers, which is based on the CalEEMod default equipment mix.

Architectural Coating
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