Economic Development Committee – June 29, 2022
Background
Rialto Central Specific Plan and Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan adopted in 1983 and 2010 City Council authorized an application to SCAG to amend and combine the two into the Foothill Central Specific Plan (January 2021) Project kicked off in February 2022 with WSP as the selected consultant
Updating the City’s Vision
Downtown Vision (2009)
Make the area the heart of Rialto, defined by its hometown character, gathering places, and connections to the city and region. The downtown will have a mix of uses and activities at and near the existing Civic Center and Metrolink Station and will be safe and walkable with transportation options afforded by the Metrolink and the Pacific Electric Rail trail.
Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan
Identify the city as a unique, vibrant community with quality development that will enhance existing development and public investment in infrastructure that creates opportunities for new and improved development.
Stakeholder Input
Stakeholders envision Foothill Boulevard and Downtown Rialto as safe, green, and attractive with bustling areas for shopping restaurants, entertainment, and places to play; with well-lit streets and sidewalks for cars, buses, bicyclists and pedestrians including people with disabilities; and a diverse community with culture, arts, and amenities as well as parks and homes for people of all ages and incomes.
Participants
Popup Events
Hosts asked that participants respond only if they live or work in Rialto.
Survey Participants
See demographics at right
Planned Engagement
Webpage
Postcards to property and business owners
Two workshops
Two study sessions
Housing information campaign
Housing summit
Next Steps