HomeMy WebLinkAbout6729RESOLUTION NO 6729
A RESOLU'I ION OF FiLE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS
ADOPTING THE CITY or REDLANDS FLOOD PLAN
WHEREAS, at its March 21, 2006 meeting, the City Council of the City of
Redlands ("this City Council") authorized staff to apply foi the 2006 Flood Mitigation
Assistance Grant through the United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal
Emergency Management Agency, and
WHEREAS the purpose of the grant application was to obtain funding foi the
preparation of a flood plan foi the City of Redlands, and
WHEREAS, City staff subsequently applied for and received a 2006 Flood
Mitigation Assistance Grant, and
WHEREAS, the City of Redlands' Flood Plan has been prepared and reviewed by
City staff and this City Council, and reviewed and appioved by both the State of
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services and the Department of Homeland
Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and
WHEREAS, the City of Redlands' Flood Plan is designed to enhance the City's
existing Local and Multijurisdictional Mitigation Plan, and
WHEREAS, adoption of the City of Redlands' Flood Plan is a pre -requisite for
the City to apply foi future Flood Mitigation Assistance Grants,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF REDLANDS as follows
Section 1 The Flood Plan attached hereto as Exhibit "A" is hereby adopted
SIGNED AND APPROVED this 15th day of July, 2008
or, City of Redlands
ATTEST
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1, Lorne Poyzer. City Clerk, City of Redlands, do hereby certify that the foregoing
resolution was adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the
15th day ofJuly, 2008, by the following vote
AYES Councilmembers Gilbreath, Gallagher, Aguilar, Bean, Mayor Hanison
NOES None
ABSENT None
ABSTAIN None
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DIMiResoi6729 — Flood Plan
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CITY OF REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA
FLOOD PLAN
ADOPTION DATE JULY 15, 2008
FEMA APPROVAL DATE JULY 27, 2007
Prepared by
Mary Petite
Quality of Life Department
Civic Center
35 Cajon Street, Suite 222
Redlands, CA 92373
Telephone: 909-798-7591
Cell Phone: 909-557-6693
mpetite(n,cityofredlands.org
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1— Introduction
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1 1 General Description 8
1.2 Purpose and Authority 8
1.3 The Adopted Multi -Jurisdictional Mitigation Plan 8
1 4 Community Information 10
Section 2 — Jurisdictional Participation Information 13
2.1 Primary Point of Contact
2.2 Promulgation Authority Information
Section 3 — Planning Process Documentation and Public Involvement
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3 1 Planning Process 17
3.2 Planning Team Member Information 18
3.3 Public Involvement 23
Section 4 — Risk Assessment 29
4 1 Hazard Identification 30
4.2 Hazard Profile 31
4.3 Vulnerability Assessment 37
4 4 Asset Inventory 44
4 4 1 Community Asset Overview 44
4 4.2 Critical Facility List 45
4 4.3 Non -Critical Facilities 51
4 4 4 Individual Hazard Vulnerability Analysis 52
4.5 Potential Loss Estimation 52
4.5.1 1997 Economic Loss Estimation 53
4.5.2 January 2006 Economic Analysis 53
4.5.3 Floodplain Property Inventory 54
4.5.4 Redevelopment and Economic Impact 54
4.5.5 Facility Replacement Costs 56
4.5.6 Floodplain Inundation Damage Estimates 56
4.5.7 Planning Constraints 57
4 5.8 Human Loss Estimates 58
4.6 Analysis of Community Development Trends
4.6.1 Future Development
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 5 — Mitigation Strategy
Table of Contents, Continued
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60
5 1 Community Capability Assessment 61
5 1 1 Existing Plans, Policies, and Ordinances 62
5 1.2 Prior Mitigation Actions and Projects 62
5.1.3 Completed and On -Going Mitigation Projects 62
5.2 Mitigation Goals 64
5.3 Review of Mitigation Activities 65
5.3.1 Preventative Activities 65
5.3.2 Natural Resources and Habitat Conservation Plan 65
5.3.3 Emergency Services 87
5.3 4 Structural Projects 103
5.3.5 Public Information 103
Section 6 Action Plan 104
6.1 Structural 106
6.2 National Flood Insurance/Community Rating System 108
6.3 Public Education 108
6.4 Mitigation Actions — Redlands Unified School District 110
6.5 Mitigation Actions — University of Redlands 110
6.6 Pre- and Post -Disaster Mitigation Policies and Procedures 111
Section 7 Plan Adoption 112
7 1 Resolution Adopting Floodplain Mitigation Plan 113
Section 8 — Plan Maintenance: Monitoring, Evaluating and
Maintaining the Plan 114
8.1 Monitoring, Evaluating and Updating the Plan
8.2 Implementation through Existing Programs
8.3 Continued Public Involvement
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX A. Risk Documentation
APPENDIX B. `Study of Potential Changes to Mission Zanja in
Downtown Redlands for Flood Control'
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, July 1984
APPENDIX C: Mission Zanja Creek, California
Detailed Project Report, Environmental Evaluation
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, October 1997
APPENDIX D. Draft Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act Report
Mission Zanja Flood Control Study
Mission Zanja Creek
U S. Department of the Interior, April 1997
APPENDIX E. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act Report
Mission Zanja Flood Control Study
Mission Zanja Creek
U.S. Department of the Interior, October 1997
APPENDIX F Plan Adoption and Meeting Documentation
Resolution Adopting Floodplain Mitigation Plan
APPENDIX G: City of Redlands Municipal Code, Chapter 15.32, Flood Damage
Prevention
APPENDIX H. Agendas and Minutes, City of Redlands Disaster Council and
Floodplan/Community Rating System Subcommittee
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List of Reference Documents
Included by Reference; all documents on file in City of Redlands Quality of Life Department:
1 Mission Zanja Creek Study Status, January 15, 1985
2. County of San Bernardino, California Detention Basins Study, Gill &
Pullver Engineers, Inc. January 1985
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Mill Creek Zanja Detention Basin Study, Williamson and Schmid, March
18, 1986
4 Mill Creek Zania Detention Basin Study Appendices, Williamson and
Schmid, March 18, 1986
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Redlands Chinatown and the Mission Zanja Creek Flood Control Project,
Prepared for U S. Army Corps of Engineers, by Archeological Advisory
Group, March 1988.
6. Mill Creek Zanja Storm Drain Hydrology Study, BSI Consultants, Inc.
June 17 1989
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Mission Zanja Creek Reconnaissance Study, Flood Control and Related
Purposes, U S. Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District, February
1994
8. Mission Zanja Hydraulic Analysis and Evaluation of Flood Protection
Alternatives Supplemental Appendix, U S. Army Corps of Engineers,
March 11 1997
9 Redlands Unified School District: List of Critical Facilities
10. University of Redlands: List of Critical Facilities
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List of Attachments
Attachment 1 Community Outreach Pictures, Market Night Booth
Attachment 2. Flood Mitigation Survey Questionnaire
Attachment 3 10 -Point Flyer, Target Area Distribution
Attachment 4 Zone 3 — Request for Notification of Flood Control Problems, November
9 2004
Attachment 5 Zone 3 Request for Flood Control Projects, October 30, 2006.
Attachment 6. Request for Projects — Zone 3 — FY 2007/2008, November 28, 2006.
Attachment 7 Redlands Planning Area, GP Figure 8.1 — Conceptual Fire Hazard Area
Attachment 8. Redlands Planning Area, GP Figure 8.2 — Flood Zones
Attachment 9• Redlands Planning Area, GP Figure 8.3 — Geotechnical Hazards
Attachment 10• Redlands Planning Area, GP Figure 8.4 — Slope Density (Landslides)
Attachment 11 Newspaper Articles Describing Events of September 24, 1976 Floodmm
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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
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Section 1— Introduction
1 1 General Description
The purpose of this document is to provide the City of Redlands with a systematic program for
implementation of flood mitigation activities. This plan will provide potential reduction and/or
elimination of the potential of loss of life, injury and property damage from future floods.
1.2 Purpose and Authority
The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000), Section 322 (a -d) requires that local
governments, as a condition of receiving federal disaster mitigation funds, have a mitigation plan
that describes the process for identifying hazards, risks and vulnerabilities, identify and prioritize
mitigation actions, encourage the development of local mitigation and provide technical support
for those efforts.
The National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994 requires `If a community has received
mitigation assistance under Section 1366 (the new Flood Mitigation Assistance Program), the
credits shall be phased in a manner, determined by the Director, to recover the amount of such
assistance provided for the community
Further, when the ISO/CRS Specialist visits a community that received funds from the Flood
Mitigation Assistance Program, those funded projects that are related to CRS credit will be
reviewed, and the scores pro -rated based on FEMA's share of the cost.
The City of Redlands was awarded a Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant on June 26, 2006.
1 3 The Adopted Multi -Jurisdictional Mitigation Plan.
The City of Redlands has further determined the optimum value of its local flood hazard
mitigation plan can best be reached by incorporation of existing, adopted plans. Individual plans
share common goals and objectives, and cumulatively provide the framework for hazard
identification and evaluation, capability assessment, proposed mitigation activities, and plan
implementation and maintenance. Authorities include the following documents, and are adopted
by reference. Copies of all documents may be found in the Reference Section of A. K. Smiley
Public Library 120 E. Vine Street, Redlands, California.
1 City of Redlands General Plan Master Environmental Assessment and Final
Environmental Impact Report (MEA/DEIR), adopted October 17 1995
2. City of Redlands General Plan, adopted October 17 1995
3 Redlands Municipal Code, Chapter 15.32, Flood Hazard Prevention, adopted by
Ordinance No. 1673 on January 2, 1979 and amended by Ordinance No. 1995 on April
7 1987
4 City of Redlands Emergency Plan, pursuant to the Redlands Municipal Code, Chapter
2.52, Emergency Organization, adopted November 19 1987 latest revision.
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5 San Bernardino County Flood Control District Zone 3 Comprehensive Storm Drain Plan
No. 4, Hydrological Design Criteria and Storm Drain Plan, prepared May 1975 1
1 4 Community Information
The City of Redlands is located in southwestern San Bernardino County 8 miles east of
the City of San Bernardino, and 63 miles east of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Primarily a
residential community Redlands incorporates approximately 40 square miles, and has a
population of 71,375
Main Historical Facts
`Redlands' early history is similar to that of much of Southern California, as reported by
the General Plan. It continues, 'It was inhabited by Cahuilla and Serrano Indians, related to the
Shoshone of the Great Basin area. During the Spanish period the Indian villages, the San
Bernardino Rancho, and the Asistencia were established by the San Gabriel Mission. The
missionaries developed the first stable water supply for the area by having the Indians dig a
`Zanja' to divert the waters from Mill Creek into the Valley During the 19th century this water
allowed ranching districts to develop in Crafton and in the Asistencia area. Today the Mill
Creek Zanja, which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, is used for local
drainage, spreading, and flood control.
'The year 1881 marks the beginning of Redlands as a town. E. G. Judson and Frank E.
Brown built a canal from Santa Ana Canyon to Reservoir Canyon located along the path of
Interstate 10 from below Panorama Point to Ford Park to bring water to the area for growing
citrus. They laid out a town site parallel to the slope and, because the dry adobe soil was red,
they named it Redlands. Three years later, Frank Brown built the Bear Valley Dam and
reservoir, thereby assuring a water supply for residents of the new town. By 1885, two
transcontinental railroads ran through the San Bernardino Valley although neither stopped in
Redlands. The first spur to Redlands was built in 1887
`California experienced the biggest land boom in its history during the late 1880s. The
rate war between the Santa Fe and the Southern Pacific railroads, which caused the boom, had a
profound influence on the growth of Redlands, Crafton, and Lugonia as well as various realty
tracts known by such names as Terracina and Mound City
1 The update was never completed and the County terminated the contract with Boyle several
years ago. County staff is looking at updates as they have time, but no formal schedule has been
given to the City of Redlands.
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'The Redlands area prospered and grew during this period. The collapse of the boom in 1888
left Redlands well-established and in that year Redlands, Lugonia, the Brookside area, and a
portion of Crafton voted to incorporate as Redlands. The incorporation joined the two distinctive
street patterns that characterize Redlands today the north -south Lugonia grid merges with the
slope oriented Redlands grid at the south edge of the Valley i2
Geographical Characteristics
Features include the Santa Ana River to the north, the Crafton Hills to the east, the San
Timoteo Canyon to the south, and the City of Loma Linda to the west. Recognized
geographical hazards include the San Andreas Fault Zone, generally located one mile north of
the City of Redlands, the San Jacinto Fault Zone, generally located in San Timoteo Canyon, and
100 -year flood zones which include the Santa Ana River System to the north, the San Timoteo
Creek System generally located in San Timoteo Canyon, and the Mission Zanja Creek System,
traversing east -west through the city limits.
Economic Background
The City's economic heritage is derived primarily from the citrus industry Although no
longer the prime industry of the city large and small groves still provide a significant tie to early
beginnings. The land boom of the late 1880s was a major influence on the local economy, and
even after the collapse in 1888, Redlands was not only well established, but prospered.
Redlands' warm winter climate drew Eastern visitors regularly and for a period in the early
1900's the City was a resort area. Ironically a momentary lapse in climate in January 1913 was
a catastrophe to the orange industry Citrus losses proved an economic and social disaster
Redlands lost 2,000 residents, and only after World War I did building and neighborhood
development renew The interval from 1920-1930 was another period of growth and economic
prosperity largely due to the citrus industry The town's other `industry the University of
Redlands, expanded as well and a general increase in population occurred. Another regional
contributor was the establishment of Norton Air Force Base, which remained an active military
facility until 1994 Because of Redlands' historic and cultural heritage, the City attracted
commissioned military personnel as residents. The closure of Norton Air Force Base, coupled
with a declining economy beginning in 1990, had a vital impact on the City's economic stability
Due to declining development in general, the City experienced a dwindling General Fund,
resulting in a severe decrease in community services. Enactment of a Utility User's Fund,
rescinded on April 15 1997 supplemented portions of the General Fund.
2City of Redlands General Plan, Section 3.20, Historic and Scenic Preservation Element,
adopted October 17 1995.
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Infrastructure Features
The City of Redlands has 400 miles of improved streets, illuminated by 4,919 street
lights, and controlled by 68 traffic signals. An additional 10 more traffic signals are in the
planning phase with development. There are approximately 25 miles of improved storm drain,
and very few remaining miles of dirt and stone channel, including the Zanja Creek system as
well as other flood control facilities. The Redlands Municipal Airport, a general aviation
facility supports eight airport -related businesses, 230 based aircraft, and 65,300 annual
operations.
Other improved infrastructure includes one landfill, two surface water treatment plants,
one wastewater treatment plant, 400 miles of water lines and 240 miles of sewer
The Park and Open Space system includes 16 developed parks, and eight acquired but as
yet undeveloped park sites, five regional trails, and 11 primary community trails. The Hillside
Memorial Cemetery is City -owned and operated.
The I-10 Freeway bisects the City east to west, and State Route 30 junctions from the I-
10 Freeway close to the west city limit.
General Plan Highlights
The following documents are incorporated as reference, and may be found in the City of
Redlands Community Development Department:
Section 8.0, Health and Safety Element, Redlands General Plan
Section 1.0, Sim -unary, Redlands General Plan/EIR
Section 3.0, Land Use, Redlands General P1an/EIR
Section 7 0, Hydrology, Redlands General Plan/EIR
Section 16.0, Community Services, Redlands General Plan/EIR
Section 19.0, Alternatives, Redlands General Plan/EIR
Section 20, CEQA Topics, Redlands General Plan/EIR
Section 21 Monitoring, Redlands General plan/EIR
Section 4.0, Seismicity, Geology and Soils, Redlands General Plan/MEA
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SECTION 2
JURISDICTIONAL PARTICIPATION
INFORMATION
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Section 2 — Jurisdictional Participation Information
2.1 Primary Point of Contact:
The Point of Contact for information regarding this plan is:
Mary Petite
Administrative Analyst
35 Cajon Street, Suite 222
Redlands, CA 92373
Office: 909-798-7591
mpetite(ZL eitvofredlands.org
2.2 Promulgation Authority Information
This Hazard Mitigation Plan was reviewed and approved by the following Promulgation
Authorities:
Jon Harrison, Mayor
Contact Information.
City of Redlands
35 Cajon Street, Suite 4
P 0 Box 3005
Redlands, CA 92373
909-798-7533
citycouncil a,cityofredlands.org
Pat Gilbreath, Mayor Pro Tem
Contact Information.
City of Redlands
35 Cajon Street, Suite 4
P 0 Box 3005
Redlands, CA 92373
Office: 909-798-7533
citycounci14i cityofredlands.org
Pete Aguilar Councilmember
Contact Information.
City of Redlands
35 Cajon Street, Suite 4
P 0 Box 3005
Redlands, CA 92373
Office: 909-798-7533
citycouncil(a,cityofredlands.org
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Jerry Bean, Councilmember
Contact Information.
City of Redlands
35 Cajon Street, Suite 4
P 0 Box3005
Redlands, CA 92373
Office: 909-798-7533
citycouncil Acitvofredl ands. org
Mick Gallagher Councilmember
Contact Information.
City of Redlands
35 Cajon Street, Ste 4
P 0 Box 3005
Redlands, CA 92373
Office: 909-798-7533
citycouncil@cityofredlands.org
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SECTION 3
PLANNING PROCESS DOCUMENTATION
AND
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
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Section 3 — Planning Process Documentation and Public Involvement
3 1 Planning Process
The City of Redlands Local Disaster Council is comprised of an average of fifty individuals.
Representatives include a City Council Liaison, four department heads representing Quality of
Life, Redevelopment, Municipal Utilities and Engineering, and Planning and Community
Development Departments, staff representatives from each department within the City of
Redlands, representatives from the adjoining communities of Yucaipa, Highland, Loma Linda,
and San Bernardino, San Bernardino County Office of Emergency Services, Southern California
Edison, Sempra Utilities, Redlands Unified School District, the University of Redlands, the Red
Cross, Redlands Community Hospital, local businesses, and interested community member
volunteers. This group was responsible for the development and implementation of the City of
Redlands Local and Multi -jurisdictional Mitigation Plan.
At the recommendation of the Disaster Council, the City Council of the City of Redlands
authorized staff to apply for inclusion in the Community Rating System. Staff initiated the
process in 2005 and in October 2006 Redlands received a letter indicating a Class 9 rating. Staff
has been addressing and documenting additional activities that will be submitted for an October
2008 elevated rating. Recent adoption of the International Building Code by both the State of
California and the City of Redlands will provide significant additional points and increase
Redlands' CRS rating.
Furthermore, the Council realized the importance and necessity to develop and implement a
separate Flood Mitigation Plan as part of the CRS process. Following introductory workshops to
the entire Disaster Council, staff solicited the interest of its members to form a special Flood
Plan Subcommittee.
This subcommittee met regularly for six months to develop a list of specific flood hazards and
ways to mitigate them. At the same time, the subcommittee reviewed the elements contained
in the CRS Application, and developed a list of recommendations to further promote flood
mitigation. The subcommittee determined that it would recommend enhanced public education,
planning, structural and non-structural mitigation measures.
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3.2 Planning Team Member Information
Maximum credit for floodplain management planning: 235 points
The Floodplain Management Plan must have been developed using the standard planning process
as presented in steps a — j. TO RECEIVE CREDIT UNDER THIS ACTIVITY THE
PLANNING PROCESS MUST RECEIVE SOME CREDIT FOR EACH OF THE 10
FOLLOWING STEPS, a — j.
Floodplain management planning (FMP) = the total of the following points credited for each of
the steps, a — j.
a. Organize to prepare the plan (Maximum credit: 10 points). The credit for this step is the
total of the following points which are based on how the community organizes to prepare its
floodplain management plan:
1 2 points, if the planning process is under the supervision or direction of a
professional planner REFERENCE PAGES 18-211 2 POINTS
2. 6 points, if the planning process is conducted through a committee composed of
staff from those community departments that will be implementing the majority of the plan s
recommendations; REFERENCE PAGES 18-20 6 POINTS
3. 2 points, if the planning process and/or the committee are formally created or
recognized by action of the community's governing board.
REFERENCE PAGE 17 2 POINTS
SUB -TOTAL 10 POINT'S
FORMAL CREATION City of Redlands Disaster
Mitigation Plan, Floodplain Management Subcommittee
REDLANDS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.52.050:
Membership/Citizens Corps Council:
The city disaster council shall consist of the following:
Council, Multi -jurisdictional
Disaster Council Creation
A. The mayor of the city who shall be chairperson,
B. The city manager of the city who shall serve as the director of emergency services, and who
shall be vice chairperson;
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C. The emergency services chief who shall coordinate all emergency services for the city and is
provided for in the current plan of the city
D The disaster council of the City of Redlands shall consist of existing groups that support a
strong team merging sectors of the community including elected officials, emergency
management, first responders, volunteer services, major industry and commercial, healthcare
and education.
E. A citizen's corps council shall be created as a subgroup of the disaster council. The citizen's
corps council will utilize members of the disaster council for the management of existing
volunteer resources defined by the council, to leverage mutually supportive endeavors among
the represented groups, and to direct overall local plans to implement citizen's corps in the
community This council will have the lead role in implementing citizen corp groups within
the city of Redlands. (Ord. 2547 § 1 2003 Ord. 2485 § 2, 2002)
Sub -committee Members, in alphabetical order
Name: Rebecca Estrella
Title: Public Affairs Manager
Organization: Southern California Gas Company
Category Member, Disaster Council
Becky Estrella has been a Public Affairs Manager for The Gas Company for nine months,
however employed with the company for 11 years. During most of her time with the company
she was an Account Executive working with Commercial and Industrial Customers assisting
them with gas requirements of their facilities. As a Public Affairs Manager, she is responsible for
the governmental and community issues that impact the cities that she represents on behalf of
The Gas Company The Gas Company has their Regional Headquarters on Lugonia Avenue in
Redlands. The facility is occupied by over 500 employees. This includes the Customer Call
Center for the entire company Engineering, Planning & Technical Services, and Marketing.
Name: Mitchal McKee
Title: Battalion Chief/Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
Organization: City of Redlands
Fire Department
Office of Emergency Preparedness
Category Implementing Staff, Professional Planner
Mitchal McKee has worked for the City of Redlands Fire Department for 27 years. He is
presently a Fire Battalion Chief, directs the Emergency Services Division for the City of
Redlands and acts as the City's chief paramedic. Mitchal developed the City's Emergency
Preparedness program to its current level and has directed and coordinated all administrative and
operational program parameters for 14 years. Mitchal holds several degrees in Business,
Management, Emergency Medical Services and is certified as an Emergency Manager in
Disaster Preparedness. Mitchal represents the City of Redlands on the San Bernardino County
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Operational Area Coordinating Council and holds multiple committee positions in
emergency/disaster management with San Bernardino County
Name: Richard Pepper
Title: Chief Building Official/Floodplain Manager
Organization. City of Redlands
Community Development Department
Building and Safety Division
Category. Implementing Staff, Professional Planner
Richard Pepper has worked for the City of Redlands Building and Safety Department since
March 1990. He is presently the Chief Building Official and Floodplain Manager and has served
in this capacity since April 1999 Richard is a Certified Building Official by the International
Code Council and is also certified by the Governor's Office of Emergency Services as a Building
Inspector for Post -disaster Safety Assessment Evaluator.
Name: Mary Petite
Title: Administrative Analyst
Organization: City of Redlands
Quality of Life Department
Category Implementing Staff; Professional Planner
Mary Petite has worked for the City of Redlands for over 25 years, and prior to that as a
paralegal for the City Attorney in both his public and private practice. In those 25 years, she has
worked 10 years in the Community Development Department, 13 years in the Public Works
Department, and two years in the Administrative Services Department. For the past 15 years,
she has been the City of Redlands' designated authorized agent for both federal and state disaster
recovery operations, hazard mitigation grants and programs, and a member of the Executive
Steering Committee to the state-sponsored Disaster Resistant California organization.
Name: Daniel Shefchik
Title: Lieutenant, Redlands Police Department
Organization: University of Redlands
Campus Security
Category Implementing Staff; Disaster Council Member
Lieutenant Shefchik has worked for the City of Redlands Police Department since December
1979 He is presently assigned as the Director of Public Safety at the University of Redlands,
serving in this capacity since March 2005 In his current assignment he represents the University
in community emergency planning and mitigation processes. Lieutenant Shefchik has worked
with the City's Emergency Preparedness Program for many years and has also served as one of
the City's alternate representatives to the Operational Area Coordinating Council.
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Name: Jennifer Sorenson
Title: Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Organization: University of Redlands
Category Multi -Jurisdictional Mitigation Partner
Disaster Council Member
Jennifer Sorenson is the Environmental Health and Safety Manager for the University of
Redlands. She has been in this role at the University for 3 years and in the Environmental Health
and Safety field for 7 years. Jennifer is active in the Emergency Preparedness and Planning
function at the University and as such is a member of the Flood Mitigation Planning Committee.
The University of Redlands is one of the larger organizations located within the floodplain and
works closely with the city in flood mitigation efforts.
Name: Diana Stead
Title: Risk Manager
Organization: Redlands Unified School District
Category Multi -Jurisdictional Mitigation Partner
Disaster Council Member
Diana Stead is the Risk Manager for the Redlands Unified School District and has served in that
role for the last 3 1/2 years. Prior to coming to Redlands, she worked at Moreno Valley and
Temecula Valley Unified School Districts with over 15 additional years in the Risk Management
field. Diana serves on the Steering Committee for Public Agency Risk Managers Association
(PARMA), comprising of Risk Managers in the school, cities, and counties and s Co -Chairman
of the R & D Committee Eastern Section for California Association of School Business Officials
(CASBO). Diana also serves on the City of Redlands Local Hazard Mitigation Planning
Committee and Disaster Council. Diana's duties also include Emergency and Disaster Planning
for the District. The Redlands Unified School District is one of the largest organizations located
in the floodplains and works in conjunction with the city on these projects.
Name: Gary Van Dorst
Title: Director
Organization: City of Redlands
Quality of Life Department
Category Implementing Staff Member, Professional Planner
Gary Van Dorst attended the University of California, Berkeley and the University of the Pacific.
He holds a Bachelors Degree in Philosophy and secondary teaching credentials in English. Mr.
Van Dorst is a founding staff member and former Executive Director of the Sacramento Local
Conservation Corps. He is currently the Quality of Life Department Director for the City of
Redlands. Mr Van Dorst has more than 18 years of experience in Solid Waste Management.
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b. Involve the public (Maximum credit: 48 points). The term `public' includes residents,
businesses, property owners, and tenants in the floodplain and other known flood hazard areas.
The credit for this step is the total of the following points based on how the community involves
the public during the planning process. To receive credit for this step, the process must include
item 1
1 2, for at least one meeting to obtain public input on the draft plan held at the end of the
planning process at least two weeks before submittal of the recommended plan to the
community's governing body REFER E,,NCE PAGE 22 2 POINTS
2. 8, if one or more public meetings are held in the affected area(s) at the beginning of the
planning process to obtain public input on flood problems and possible solutions.
REFERENCE. http: /www.ci.redlands.ca.us/NorthRedlandsVisionPlan060306.pdf
8 POINTS
3 4 if public information activities are implemented to explain the planning process and
encourage input to the planner or planning committee.
REFERENCE PAGE 22 4 POINTS
(Market Night)
4 4 if questionnaires are distributed asking the public for information on their flood
problems and possible solutions. The questionnaires must be distributed to at least 90% of the
floodplain residents.
REFERENCE ATT 2 4 POINTS
5 4, if written comments and recommendations are solicited from neighborhood advisory
groups, homeowners' associations, parent -teacher organizations, the Chamber of Commerce, or
similar organizations that represent the public in the affected area(s).
REFERENCE ATT 3 4 POINTS
6. 26, if the planning process is conducted through a planning committee that includes
members of the public. If this is the same planning committee credited under 511 a2 and 3, at
least one half of the members must be representatives of the public, preferably from the
floodprone areas. The committee must hold a sufficient number of meetings that involve the
members in planning steps 241.d,e,f,g, and h (e.g. at least one meeting on each step).
REFERENCE PAGE 23 26 POINTS
S1JB-TOTAL 48 POINTS
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3.3 Public Involvement
Goal: Set a target date of October 2007 by which we hope to see the first 5% premium.
Result: The first premium reduction will be effective October 2007
Goal: Add eligible activities to the CRS application.
Result: It is not possible to add any activities at this time to meet the October deadline
date; however, this is possible for the next effective date of October 2008. The
cutoff date was the end of February for the October effective date. The changes
can be submitted in the form of a modification. A modification change cannot
be effective any earlier than one year after the last effective date. Draft points
were submitted to FEMA by the Insurance Services Office on January 4, 2007
Goal: Establish a Market Night activity for as soon as possible after we receive the
brochures, flyers and staters ordered from FEMA.
Result: The R.A.C.E.S. team is coordinating the first activity to be held on June 8, 2007
Goal: Make the Market Night activity an annual event.
Result: Event is `packaged' and shelf -ready for an annual event.
Goal: Coordinate our CRS planning efforts with the State adoption of the International
Building Code.
Result: International Building was adopted by both the State of California and the City of
Redlands in January 2008.
Goal: To be eligible as a Class 7 Community by the next premium reduction in October
2008.
Result: To be accomplished by adopting the International Building Code and
documenting additional point -qualifying steps taken throughout the year.
Goal. Order public educational materials from FEMA for Market Night distribution.
Result: Ordered and received:
'Your Homeowner Insurance Doesn't Cover Floods'
`Nothing Could Dampen the Joy of Horne Ownership'
'Why you need Flood Insurance'
`Flood Preparation and Safety'
'What you need to know about Federal Disaster Assistance and National Flood
Insurance'
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Goal: Develop a Hazard Identification Survey for distribution to property owners in the
floodplain.
Result: Survey developed for distribution. (Attachment 112)
Goal: Order website tutorial from the Insurance Service Office and incorporate into City
of Redlands' official website, www.ci.redlands.ca.us.
Result: Template developed for review by City Staff, Management and City Council.
Goal: Develop 10 -point flyer for distribution in the Target Area.
Result: Developed and attached. (Attachment 113)
c. Coordinate with other agencies (Maximum credit: 18 points) Other agencies must be contacted to see if
they are doing anything that may affect the community's program and to see if they could support the community's
efforts. `Other agencies' include neighboring communities and local, regional, state, and federal agencies that
implement floodplain management activities.
The credit for this step is the total of the following points. To receive credit for this step, the coordination must
include item 4.
input.
1. 3, if the other agencies are contacted at the beginning of the planning process and asked for their
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2. 10, if meetings are held with representatives of agencies to review common problems, development
policies, mitigation strategies, inconsistencies and conflicts in policies, plans, programs, and regulations.
date.
RITERENC'L PAGES 23-24 10 POINTS
3. 3, if the planning includes a review of the community's needs, goals, and plans for the area.
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4. 2, for sending the draft action plan to the other agencies and asking them to comment by a certain
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SUB -TOTAL 18 POINTS
The cities of Redlands, Yucaipa, Loma Linda, San Bernardino and Highland all have
representatives to the San Bernardino County Flood Control District, Zone 3 Advisory
Committee. Likewise, all of these communities have representatives sitting on the City of
Redlands' Disaster Council and are regular attendees. All of these agencies were contacted and
in fact worked as sub -committee members during the initial Local/Multi-jurisdictional Mitigation
Plan, Planning process.
The purpose of this Advisory Committee is to hold meetings amongst these agencies to review
common problems, development policies, mitigation strategies, inconsistencies and conflicts in
policies, plans, programs and regulations.
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This Advisory Committee meets quarterly in the San Bemardino County Department of Public
Works Hearing Room to discuss matters of regional interest and budget considerations. The
County Flood Control District has full attendance from the Flood Control Planning Division, and
along with department head level local staff, is also attended by mayors or their designees from
these communities.
Prior to these quarterly meetings, communities are solicited to update the Advisory
Committee on matters of local flooding issues. For example, Attachments # 4 and 5 are letters
from the City of Redlands once again stating the hazards of the Mission Zanja and potential
mitigation measures.
Included as Attachment # 6 is a sample of the various projects under consideration in
Spring, 2006.
d. Assess the hazard (Maximum credit: 10 points). The credit for this step is the total of the
following points based on what the community includes in its assessment of the hazard.
To receive credit for this step, the assessment must include:
Item 1 5, for including the following in the plan:
a. A map of the known flood hazards. `Known flood hazards' means the floodplain shown on
the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), repetitive loss areas, areas not mapped on the FIRM that
have flooded in the past, and surface flooding identified in existing studies. No new studies need
to be conducted for this assessment.
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b. A description of the known flood hazards, including source of water, depth of flooding,
velocities, and warning time, where such data are available.
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c. A discussion of past floods, where such data are available.
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Item 2. 5, if the plan includes a map and description of other natural hazards, such as erosion,
tsunamis, earthquakes and hurricanes.
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SIJB-TOTAL 5 POINTS
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FLOOD HAZARD MAP
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MULTI -HAZARD MAPS
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SECTION 4
RISK ASSESSMENT
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Section 4 — Risk Assessment
4 1 Hazard Identification
Four principal streams drain Redlands, each of which presents identifiable flood hazards at peak
flows.
The Santa Ana River/Mill Creek, which emerges from its mountain canyon 5 miles
northeast of Redlands, spreads out in shallow braided channels more than a 1.5 mile -wide wash,
mantled with fluvial debris. In 1965, 1966, 1969 1976, 1980, 1992, 1993, and 1995 the flood
waters from the upper regions of the Santa Ana River/Mill Creek were responsible for extensive
damage to Orange Street and Alabama Street, ranging from washouts from five to six-foot high
flood waters, to extensive, permanent damages from uncontrollable runoff from the upper
regions of the San Bernardino mountains.
The Mission Zanja, also known as Mill Creek Zanja and Mission Storm Drain, is part of
the area's history The Mission Zanja was constructed for water supply in 1819 Diverting water
from Mill Creek, the Zanja carried water for 12 miles to support the San Bernardino Asistencia
and surrounding farms and ranches. Today as it traverses an east/west direction, the Zanja
drains major portions of the City through various storm drain systems. During significant storm
periods, the Zanja poses a serious threat to the community and is presently being studied by the
U S. Army Corps of Engineers to determine if Corps funding might be available for design and
construction of facilities to remove the flood hazard. The Mission Zanja, from the 2800 block of
Mentone Boulevard to the west edge of Sylvan Park, is a designated landmark, and part of the
National Register of Historic Places.
Floods inundate portions of the City of Redlands almost every year. Records show that
by 1988, 23 -medium to large floods had occurred since construction of Mission Zanja in 1819
Since 1988, additional declared flood disasters have occurred, each producing proportionate
damages to the community
The County of San Bernardino Flood Control District initiated a report following the
floods of January and February 1969 which summed up the repetition of flood damage in
Redlands and vicinity It stated that "A review of the occurrence of past floods of serious
magnitude in San Bernardino Valley shows that one may be expected on the average of every 20
to 21 years. 'Great floods' have been recorded for the years 1825, 1862, 1867 1884, 1891 1916,
1938, 1969 and 1993. Available records indicated that the greatest of these by far was the flood
of January 1862. If the reconstructed data for that storm is reasonably accurate, it would have
been approximately a once -in -350 -years flood!"
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4.2 Hazard Profile
OEP 211 -DR Description of Events/Description of Damages
From November 20 to 27 1965, a series of five storm periods, ranging from light to
severe, inflicted extensive damage in the region. The most severe of these storms occurred
between November 20 and 25 when eleven deaths (six in San Bernardino County) were
attributed to the storms. Property damage estimates greater than $11 million were recorded.
Within Redlands' jurisdiction, Alabama Street suffered extensive damage due to flood
waters from the upper regions of the Santa Ana River/Mill Creek. Resultant flows put the
Redlands Sewage Treatment Plan out of operation, took the city's largest water reservoir off line
and produced significant damage throughout the northern portion of Redlands and its Central
Business District. The Mission Zanja Creek, which flows through Redlands from a controlled
diversion of Mill Creek for irrigation purposes, produced significant levels of mud and debris
deposits, and flooded homes along Sylvan Boulevard. Water carried tons of mud from
construction -bared slopes along Palo Alto Drive across Country Club Drive and through the
storm drain channel which bisects the golf course. Many intersections throughout the City were
flooded, with gutters filled to overflowing with heavy runoff. Floodwater from the overflow of
the Zanja flooded the basement of the Crofton Elementary School.
OEP 233 -DR Description of Events/Description of Damages
`During the first third of December 1966, a series of three storms swept through
San Bernardino County December 5 recorded the fourth most severe rainfall period in 76 years
of San Bernardino rainfall history with a near -record 4.23 3
On December 5, nearly one-half mile of Alabama Street was washed out during
flows up to five feet deep. Violent flows from the Santa Ana River also severely eroded the
north levee protecting the Redlands Sewage Treatment Plant. The Zanja again overflowed east
of Wabash Avenue, poured through an orange grove and flooded the Crofton School Yard. On
December 6, overflow from the unimproved 'Little Zanja" was widespread. The University
area, as well as the Central Business District, was layered with tons of mud and debris after two
successive days of flooding. The north approach to the Kansas Street Bridge was washed away
and flows undercut the abutment, dropping the north end of the bridge about two feet. The
bridges at both Iowa and New Jersey Streets suffered similar damages.
OEP 253 -DR Description of Events/Description of Damages
`During the months of January and February 1969 two severe storms struck the
central and southern California area inflicting more than $213 million in tangible property
damage and exacting 115 human lives. Seven coastal counties were declared national disaster
3San Bernardino County Flood Control District, Historic and Hydrologic report of the
Floods of December 5 7, 1965.
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areas by the President of the United States: San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los
Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino. '4
Of the more significant storms in recent years, the floods of January and February
1969 struck Central and Southern California and inflicted more than $213 million in tangible
property damage, and claimed 115 lives. Local regional damage was estimated at $78 million,
with the loss of 14 lives. Even though past floods have historically exceeded the volume of the
1969 floods, recent urban development created a vulnerability to the area.
Local damages again included the overflow of the Santa Ana River at Alabama
Street, and entire sections of pavement were carried downstream. Heavy rains and melting
snows in the mountains swelled the river to flood proportions. The Orange Street Bridge was
threatened and traffic restrictions were imposed. Mill Creek, the first major tributary to the
Santa Ana River, grew to proportions significant enough to isolate Forest Falls and Mountain
Home Village. Erosion damage occurred at the Redlands Municipal Airport, and the southern
hillside areas of Redlands were again inundated with flood waters, mud and debris.
SEPTEMBER 24, 1976 FLOOD — Description of Events/Description of Damages
On the afternoon of Friday September 24, 1976 Redlands experienced a flash flood.
Approximately 64 inches of rain fell within a one-hour time period. Flooding and heavy
damage were widespread, but the downtown, eastern and northwestern parts of the city were the
hardest hit, particularly those areas along the Zanja. Redlands suffered an estimated $2 million
dollars in damages (1976 dollars). Full details of this event may be found in Attachment 11
FEMA 615 -DR Description of Events/Description of Damages
The floods of February 1980 produced a mirror image of prior floods, as extensive
damage again occurred as a result of rising storm waters and runoff from the upper regions of the
Santa Ana River The Santa Ana River at Alabama Street changed course and completely
washed out the road in two locations, plugged existing culverts, eroded shoulders at various
locations, scoured the existing A.C. pavement and washed out the existing pipe on the north end
of the river Emergency reopening of Alabama Street occurred on June 10, 1980, after four
months' construction, at a cost of $106,390. During the construction phase, additional pipes
were added to increase the capacity of the existing pipes. Minor erosion damage occurred on
various City streets and some private property The Zanja experienced collapse between
Redlands Boulevard and State Street near Kendall Drive, as well as in a portion of the channel in
Sylvan Park. Repairs were instituted by City crews at nominal cost.
4San Bernardino County Flood Control District, Historic and Hydrologic Report of the
Floods of January and February, 1969.
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FEMA 935 -DR — CA Description of Events/Description of Damages
In February 1992, significant flooding occurred as a result of major storm systems
moving through Southern California. The three-day storm system produced most of the 14.96
inches of rainfall for 1991-92.
Historically the Santa Ana River and Mission Zanja were the cause of the most
significant damages, and due to extensive build -out of the southeast area, storm runoff produced
increased flooding of the Country Club area. Most significantly water run-off from the
populated Country Club area traversed a private elementary school as well as Ford Street and
developed subdivisions to the north of Ford Street. School property was damaged as a result of
flood waters flowing through the school's parking lot and only street entrance, resulting in a
lawsuit against the City In 1993-94 the City constructed the Ford Street Storm Drain at a cost
of $450,000, and future flooding in that area has been nonexistent. The Bear Valley Pipeline,
generally located in Mill Creek near Greenspot Road and Florida Street, sustained $92,000 in
damage to approximately 400 feet of steel pipe and supports. The Mill Creek Zanja at Sylvan
Blvd. at Judson Street eroded significantly threatening flooding of neighborhood homes as
floodwaters spilled over into the public right -of way and causing $12,000 in damage. Public
safety spillway erosions, landfill tipping fees, and debris removal alone resulted in $160,000 in
damages for a 3 -day period of time. There was no loss of life or private property
FEMA 979 -DR — CA Description of Events/Description of Damages
The Winter Floods of 1993 produced the most significant damage to the City of
Redlands in recent history Recurrent flooding during the months of December through March
resulted in an over saturation of soil which promoted long-term effects of storm waters in the
City and region. Tropical rains melted a heavy snow pack at the higher elevations, producing
increased flood activity
With approximately $6.5 Million in damages, but no loss of life, these storms
finally claimed both the Alabama Street and Orange Street bridges. Demolition of the old
Orange Street Bridge, and construction of temporary replacement dip crossings resulted in costs
of $570,000 and both crossings were opened in July 1993 After 14 years, the Alabama and
Orange Street All -Weather Bridges were finally constructed and opened in December 2006 and
March, 2007 The Mission Zanja again produced flooding along its banks at Sylvan Blvd. and
Judson Street, resulting in channel improvements at that intersection in excess of $27,000.
Partial collapse of the Zanja occurred again in Sylvan Park. The Monkey Face Falls waterline,
which provides water to residents of Mountain Home Village, was crushed by landslides. One
additional water line, serving sparse residences north of the Santa Ana River, was washed out.
Repair was affected in October 1993, following subsidence of the Santa Ana River Tipping
fees to the County landfill exceeded $185,000. Several city -owned buildings sustained water
damage, including the Smiley Library which is on the National Register of Historic Places. Fire
and Police Department emergency services topped $95,000, with no loss of life. Emergency
Protective Measures and Debris Removal accounted for another $125,000 in emergency services.
Landslides occurred in the San Timoteo/Live Oak Canyon area, resulting in road closures for a
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portion of the three-month Declaration period. Final clean up efforts were accomplished in April
1993 at a cost of $30,000.
FEMA 1044/1046 -DR -CA Description of Events/Description of Damages
As a result of severe early and late winter storms, January thru March 1995 every
County within the State of California received dual Federal Disaster Declarations related to
statewide flooding. Redlands received proportionate damage in relationship to identified
repetitive hazards.
FEMA 1044 -DR -CA.
Besides significant non -reimbursable costs associated with Emergency Protective
Measures and Debris Removal efforts, the City experienced a wide array of infrastructure
damage. Another section of the Mission Zanja collapsed within Sylvan Park, at an approximate
cost of $25,000. Significant erosion occurred at the California Street Landfill, where rain caused
gullying along the slopes of the west end of the facility Regrading of the landfill was necessary
to prevent exposure of landfill debris, and hydro seeding was needed to prevent further erosion to
comply with state law The gas collection flare skid was replaced as a result of power
interruption due to the winter storm. Further damage occurred at the base of the landfill, where
the bank below the County Flood Control access road has been undercut due to the renegade
meanderings of the Santa Ana River. Total landfill damage exceeded $100,000. The Tate Water
Treatment Plant experienced a mudslide when excess flow from the canyon located south of the
plant damaged the pipe which carries the water to the culvert. The cost of replacing CMP pipe,
sandbag placement, chain link fence replacement and 100 tons of debris removal exceeded
$10,000; however, as a result of excess water turbidity in the region of the Santa Ana River/Mill
Creek area, excess water treatment costs were incurred in excess of $100,000 for both storm
systems. Storm drains were largely affected. A small segment of storm drain at Garden Avenue
and South Street collapsed, at a cost of $12,000. The most severe storm drain damage occurred,
however, when the Smiley Storm Drain, between Fern and Cypress Avenues, collapsed. The
storm drain traverses through the rear property line of Smiley Elementary School, and a densely
populated neighborhood of single family residences. The invert portion of the drain was
damaged by excess runoff from the flood, causing sinkholes along the alignment, and settlement
and cracks in adjoining residential properties. Cost of damage was in excess of $450,000. San
Timoteo Canyon was again closed for several days while City crews removed tons of mud and
debris between Pilgrim Road and Rancho Caballo, at a cost of $40,000. Hatfield Buick, located
on Redlands Blvd. at Central Avenue, experienced private damage as a result of storm water
overflow from the Zanja. The 1/4 mile unimproved portion immediately east of the automobile
dealership carried mud and debris over the new car lot, when the inlet box failed to accept all of
the excess storm water flow No dollar estimate was provided, but the 75-100 vehicles parked on
the lot were removed `detailed, and sold at a depreciated value as used vehicles as a result of
mud flows to undercarriages. In 2000, the City of Redlands received a $1 million dollar Disaster
Recovery Initiate Grant from the State of California Office of Housing and Redevelopment to
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enlarge the inlet box at 9(11 Street and Central Avenues. This capital improvement project raised
the capacity of the storm drain to accept a five year storm flow The City partnered with San
Bernardino County Flood Control District, which agency contributed approximately $500,000.00
from County Zone 3 Funds, and provided the contract administration for the project.
FEMA 1046 — DR — CA.
The second storm series resulted in more than $12,000 in damage costs associated
with Emergency Protective Measures and Debris Removal. A small storm drain collapse at
Church and State Streets created another $4,000 in damage, and another mudslide in San
Timoteo Canyon created damages associated with debris removal of approximately $20,000.
Additionally severe ditch and shoulder erosion and culvert damage occurred between Pilgrim
Road and Rancho Caballo, at an approximate cost of $200,000. The water line which supplies
potable water from Monkey Face Falls to the residents of Mountain Horne Village was further
buried after damage from two previous disasters. Due to a potential $500,000 cost for debris
removal, the water line was relocated at a cost of less than $50,000. The most significant
damage, however, was the loss of the temporary emergency crossings at Orange and Alabama
Streets. Warne tropical rain, coupled with an extreme snow melt, created severe flooding
conditions in the Santa Ana River Mud, debris, and boulders swept away both roads, which
were replaced in 1993 (FEMA 979) at a cost of $570,000, New replacement costs were incurred
for $529,000.
FEMA 1203 -DR -CA (EL NINO 1998)
The much -publicized El Nifio made its impact on San Bernardino County and the
City of Redlands itself, on February 26, 1998. As predicted, the entire El Nino phenomenon
produced greater than average rainfall in the Inland Empire. On that afternoon, a weather build-
up materialized to heavy driving rains, flash flooding and local landslides that continued
throughout the night and well into the next day This was the first disaster to occur since the
1976 flash flood where private property suffered notable loss.
Landfill erosion accounted for $218,646.00 in damages to public property On
Palo Alto Drive, a private residence suffered substantial loss when the hillside above it collapsed
into their garage and swimming pool area. Aging, failing storm drains throughout the City of
Redlands accounted for another $300,000.00 in loss. A portion of the Zanja collapsed at 1st and
West State Streets, when surface erosion caused a portion of West State Street to erode and
collapse into the Zanja; a bottom portion of the channel also eroded significantly The damage
costs were contained to approximately $60,000.00. The California Street Landfill suffered
$25,625 00 in erosion damage. Some of the older, open rock wall drainage systems collapsed,
resulting in another $25,000.00 in damages. Even Hillside Cemetery was affected by the amount
of rain, when gravesites in the newer section behind the Mausoleum collapsed and headstones
became dislodged and dislocated. Alabama Street at the Santa Ana River was again overtaken
by floodwaters, causing another $250,000.00 in restoration costs. The San Timoteo Canyon
suffered landslide and erosion damages, as well as temporarily displacing the Burlington Santa
Fe Railroad tracks.
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FEMA 1498 -DR -CA
Occurring in January 2004, a small series of storms tracked through the Inland
Empire At first damages were thought to be much higher, however, eligible damages peaked at
$7,947.00 and were attributable to some Debris Removal, but mostly Emergency Protective
Measures.
FEMA -1577 -DR -CA
In January 2005 another small series of storms tracked through the Inland Empire.
This brief storm is reflected in $34,074.00 in damages, with the most notable issue being
inundation of new park playground equipment and the loss of newly installed fencing along the
Zanja through Jennie Davis Park, a retention basin designed to control peak overflow
e. Assess the problem (Maximum credit: 35 points) The credit for this step is the total of the following points
based on what is included in the assessment of the impact of flooding on the community To receive credit for this
step, the assessment must include item 1
1. 2, for including the number and types of buildings subject to the hazards identified in the hazard
assessment;
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2. 5, if the assessment includes a review of all properties that have received flood insurance claims (in
addition to the repetitive loss properties),
NO FLOOD INSURANCE CLAIMS
3. 6, if the plan includes a description of the impact that past or predicted flooding has on buildings,
infrastructure, public health and safety
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4. 3, if the plan describes the need and procedures for warning and evacuating residents and visitors;
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5. 4, if the plan identifies critical facilities, such as hospitals, fire stations, and chemical storage companies,
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6. 4, if the plan describes areas that provide natural and beneficial functions, such as wetlands, riparian areas,
sensitive areas, and habitat for rare or endangered species;
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7 5, if the plan includes a description of development, redevelopment, and population trends and a discussion
of what the future brings for development and redevelopment in the floodplain, the watershed, and natural resource
areas; and
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8. 6, if the plan includes a summary of the impact of flooding on the community and its economy and tax
base,
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and TG Report 6 POINTS
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4.3 Vulnerability Assessment
Santa Ana River Wash: MITIGATED
Many flood hazards existed along the Santa Ana River. Those hazards included the following:
State Route 30 is a four -lane freeway constructed in the late 1980's and early 1990's. The State
Route 30 river crossing is constructed to Federal Highway Administration standards, capable of
withstanding a 100 -year flood event.
Alabama Street and Orange Street are arterial roadways under the jurisdiction of the City of
Redlands.
In 1992, warm, tropical rain fell steadily at the higher elevations. This rainfall, combined with
melting snow and excess rain at lower levels, created severe flooding conditions in the Santa
Ana River. Rainfall, mud, debris, and boulders swept away both roadway crossings. After
fifteen years, newly constructed all-weather bridges re -opened in December 2006 and March
2007 Funding sources of $6.5 Million Dollars included Federal HBRR, California Natural
Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) and HUD -EDI (Economic Development Incentive).
Redlands Municipal Airport: UNMITIGATED
Redlands Municipal Airport is a general aviation facility with 230 based aircraft and 65,300
annual operations. The airport lies immediately next to the Santa Ana River in the northeast
corner of the City of Redlands. The airport is along the southerly bank of the river
approximately 30 feet above the river floor.
The airport is protected by an earthen dike and a revetment fence maintained by the San
Bernardino County Flood Control District (SBCFCD). The dike and fence may not be capable
of containing a 100 -year flood. If flood waters breach the dike, airport property would be eroded
and the potential is high for damage to the runway navigational lighting and airport drainage
systems.
Other than erosion damage from the 1969 storms, no damage has occurred at the Airport as a
result of any flooding disasters.
California Street Landfill/Wastewater Treatment Plant: UNMITIGATED
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The Wastewater Treatment Plant is located adjacent and east of the California Street landfill. A
storm drain was constructed in 1993 which provides 100 -year protection to the wastewater
treatment plant from local flooding along Nevada Street and areas south of the treatment plant.
The California Street Landfill and Wastewater Treatment Plant are the primary and sole facilities
which service the population of the City of Redlands and unincorporated areas of San Bernardino
County Both the landfill and wastewater treatment plant are protected from flows in the Santa
Ana River along this reach by an earth and rock levee which has a post and wire revetment
located at the toe of the landfill slope. The levee and revetment are owned by the San
Bernardino County Flood Control District, and were constructed approximately 30 years ago.
The historic location of the main channel flow of the Santa Ana River in this reach has been in
the northerly portion of the floodplain (away from the landfill and wastewater treatment plant).
This location was controlled and maintained by the San Bernardino County Flood Control
Department by `center cutting' or grading the channel to the northerly portion of the floodplain
as necessary This practice continued until recent environmental changes resulted in restrictions
to grading activities in the channel. This reach of the river is habitat to a now federally listed as
endangered plant species, the Santa Ana River Woolly star (Woolly star). Because of potential
impacts to the Woolly stars and its habitat, grading and channel maintenance activities in the area
along the reach of the landfill and wastewater treatment plant have been restricted.
Over the past few years, without the channel grading, flows in the river have meandered
southerly placing the low flow channel adjacent to the landfill and wastewater treatment plant.
As a result, the revetment, which is no longer maintained by the San Bernardino County Flood
Control District, may not be relied upon to provide long-term flood protection to critical facilities
such as the wastewater treatment plant and landfill. According to the San Bernardino County
Flood Control District, post and wire revetments are no longer built or maintained by the San
Bernardino County Flood Control District, and existing levees are reinforced with large rock or
rip -rap in areas with the San Bernardino County Flood Control District deems critical.
Storm flows during the winter of 1995 (estimated to be a 10-15 year event) were concentrated
against a portion of the revetment, causing damage not only to that structure, but erosion of the
levee which protects the landfill and wastewater treatment plant. An estimate to provide
emergency repairs to the damaged levee by the Office of Emergency Services (OES) was set at
$62,000. Although the San Bernardino County Flood Control District provided rip -rap to the
City for emergency repairs to the levee, the San Bernardino County Flood Control District has
prioritized other projects along the Santa Ana River for long -tern improvements. As a result,
limited, if any funds are available from the San Bernardino County Flood Control District to
provide enhanced protection or annual maintenance to the levee.
Due to the environmental constraints presented by the Woolly star plant, it is not anticipated that
channel grading will be resumed. Without such channel control, it is likely storm water will
continue to flow more southerly following the low flow channel established in winter 1995
storms. It is anticipated that in the best case, smaller storm events such as those in winter 1995,
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will result in repetitive damage to the revetment and levee, causing the need for annual repairs of
at least the magnitude estimated to repair the 1995 damages by OES.
San Timoteo Canyon / Live Oak Canyon: UNMITIGATED
San Timoteo Creek and Live Oak Creek traverse the south and southwesterly portions of the City
of Redlands. These streams flow generally through rural areas. Some local development has
occurred in the area with several structures being within the 100 -year flood zones. Local streets
and roads are subject to infrequent flooding and closures due to water and mud flows in the
canyon areas. General maintenance along the San Timoteo creek is performed by the SBCFCD
Mudslides in San Timoteo Canyon create damages associated with debris removal. Additionally
severe ditch and shoulder erosion, as well as culvert damage, have forced temporary closure of
the road for several days. Federal Highways Administration/ER funds have frequently been used
for debris removal and some reconstruction.
In 2007 the City of Redlands contracted for a grind and overlay of seven miles of San Timoteo
Canyon Road. While no particular flood control measures were combined with the project,
grindings were used in some areas to redirect the flow of storm water.
San Timoteo Creek Flood Control Channel. MITIGATED
Severe flooding has been a reoccurring challenge to San Timoteo/Live Oak Canyon. Most have
been manageable. However, a 1969 flood brought 19,000 cubic feet of water per second along
the creek, destroying 400 houses, 300 vehicles, five bridges and a school. One person was
killed.
As a result, San Bernardino County Flood Control, the Army Corps of Engineers, and the cities
of Redlands and Loma Linda participated in a $9 million dollar flood control channel, intended
to protect the east valley of San Bernardino from a flood so large it could be expected only once
in 100 years. According to documentation, during such a flood the channel would carry as much
as 20,000 cubic feet of water per second, or enough to fill an Olympic -size swimming pool every
two seconds.
Some areas are hard -channeled; however, within Redlands city limits citizen participation
resulted in 18 earthen retention basins separated by check dams that help trap debris before water
pours into the concrete channel.
In Loma Linda, the channel improvements have already spawned the biggest building boom in
the city's 37 year history That boom has generated growth control to give the city time and
opportunity to revamp its general plan to guide growth.
Meanwhile, as many as 10,000 property owners from Redlands to Colton are projected to save
hundreds of dollars a year in flood insurance premiums when federal officials recognize
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completion of a seven -mile improvement project along the San Timoteo Creek Flood Control
Channel.
Local Storm Drain Systems: SOME MITIGATION
A number of local storm drain systems run through the City of Redlands. Several of these have
experienced local flooding during recent storm events. Several drains are proposed in areas with
the greatest potential for local flooding:
• Church Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to the Santa Ana River — currently
under design, construction anticipated in FY 08-09
• Judson Street from Brockton Avenue to the Mill Creek Zanja — SWD in place in
Judson Street from Brockton Avenue to Colton Avenue, and Colton Avenue SWD
constructed to Church Street SWD
• Mt. View Avenue from Lugonia Avenue to the Santa Ana River — SWD in place
from Almond Avenue to Santa Ana River plans approved for private
development installed SWD between Lugonia Avenue and Almond Avenue.
• Lugonia Avenue from Alabama Street to the Mission Channel — Private
development required to complete missing segments with reimbursement
agreement, const anticipated in FY 08-09
• Judson Street, from Brockton Avenue to the Mill Creek Zanja, exhibits the
greatest ability to produce direct and indirect damage costs to both public and
private facilities. Due to the increased density of development in both the City
and the County storm water flows are exacerbated. For example, of the $321,000
associated with Emergency Protective Measures and Debris removal alone during
the winter storms of 1993, it is estimated that 75% of that sum was generated to
aid citizens in this northeast quadrant of the City of Redlands
The City of Redlands General Plan, Health and Safety Element, evaluates the flood
hazards which exist within the City of Redlands. The guiding and implementing policies are
incorporated within this document, as attached. Mitigation provided by General Plan Policy is
also provided.
Figure GP 8-A depicts the Environmental Hazards addressed by the Plan, which include 100 -
year Flood Zones, soils, and fault zones.
Repetitive Loss Properties: MITIGATED
The City of Redlands has no repetitive loss properties.
Mill Creek / Mission Zania: UNMITIGATED
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The Mill Creek Zanja serves as the principle storm drain for the eastern and southeastern
portions of the City of Redlands. This drain carries the single greatest impact for flooding to the
City of Redlands. Recognizing the potential for impact, this plan will provide a volume of
information not relegated to other, less serious hazards. Since the watershed for this drain
includes portions of City and County territory a regional solution to flooding along the drain
must be sought.
Several attempts have been made to set assessments or development impact fees to fund
improvements along this drain. Due to the extremely high cost of improvements, such efforts
have failed. The Anny Corps of Engineers conducted a study for an expanded inlet project on
the Zanja between Redlands Boulevard and the I-10 Freeway to determine the feasibility of a full
Federal project to provide channel improvements and storm protection for this area of the City of
Redlands.
The Zanja bears a National Register Designation 5 and portions within Sylvan Park were again
damaged as a result of continued erosion from floodwater
Appendices A through 'E' fully outline this risk, including documentation, studies, and
potential mitigation.
The following italicized information is an excerpt from the U S. Army Corps Study October
1997 Two significant changes have occurred since this document was prepared. First,
significant upstream development in the unincorporated areas east of Redlands and within the
regional drainage area has increased, reducing the amount of permeable surface. This increased
development has put an additional strain on Redlands' storm drain system, and significantly on
the Mission Zanja Creek. Secondly the 9th Street inlet has been enlarged to accept a larger storm
water discharge. This $1.5 million capital improvement project, while a successful phased
partial mitigation measure, will not resolve the potential for significant flooding in an over -the
event scenario.
Mission Zanja Creek is somewhat unique, composed of man-made drainage channels that do not
consistently follow a natural or pre-existing watercourse. The creek flows over a broad and
sloping alluvial plain, and the surrounding terrain is of low topographic relief with a poorly
defined drainage pattern. Since the creek follows the gradient of the terrain, flows that exceed
the channel capacity will generally flow in the direction of the creek, however do not necessarily
re-enter the channel immediately Past Mission Zanja Creekfloods have overtopped the channel
in the historically significant areas east of Sylvan Park, but these floods have not extended well
beyond the channel boundaries, reentering the stream at downstream locations. Much of the
recent flooding in the downtown Redlands had been the result of the limited capacity of the 300
cfs box inlet to the culvert located under Redlands Boulevard.
Hydrologic and Hydraulic Conditions
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A hydrologic engineering analysis was carried out to outline the meteorlogic and hydrologic
characteristics of the study area, to establish peak discharge frequency relationships for Mission
Zanja Creek and Reservoir Canyon drain, and to provide without- and with project expected
probability peak discharge frequency values for present and future conditions at selected
concentration points along Mission Zanja Creek. Because ultimate watershed development is
expected in the future, present conditions and fiuture conditions are considered to be
essentially the same.
The existing channel capacity or 'bank f dl discharge is estimated at a 50 -year discharge from
Church Street to the upstream limit, 25 year discharge from 9`h Street to Church Street and less
than 10 years from 9`h Street to the inlet to the culvert under Redlands Boulevard. Bridge
capacities at Church Street and 9`h Street are 820 cfs and 560 cfs, respectively, as determined by
the inlet -control and outlet -control capacity calculations. The 9h' Street Bridge will convey less
than a 10 year flood, while the Church Street Bridge will convey an 11 year food.
Table 1 Summary of Without -Project Discharges for the Mission Zanja at Redlands
LOCATION
DRAINAGE
AREA
(sq. mi)
(CFS)
500 -YR
(CFS)
100 -YR
(CSF)
50 -YR
(CFS)
25 -YR
(CFS)
10 -YR
Mission Zanja atI-10
9.2
14,500
4,100
2,600
1,600
780
Mission Zanja at 9h' St.
upstream of confluence
9 6
13,700
4 100
2,575
1,510
730
Reservoir Canyon drain
upstream of Mission Zanja
Confluence
4.9
12,300
4,000
2,625
1,790
970
Mission Zanja downstream
of Reservoir Cyn confluence
14 7
26,000
8.100
5,200
3,300
1,700
Mission Zanja at First
Street
15.2
25,000
7 400
4,800
3,000
1,650
Mission Zanja at Texas
Street
15 6
24 000
7 400
4 700
3,100
1 650
Culvert Analysis
The hydrologic and hydraulic analyses assumed peak coincident discharge conditions at the
confluence site downstream of the inlet, where Mission Zanja Creekflows intersection Reservoir
Canyon drain flows, to account for the worst of possible flow conditions. Culvert capacities
were estimated using the Los Angeles County procedure for calculating hydraulic conditions in
closed conduits under pressure. The pressure flow calculations were supplemented by inlet
control calculations for the Mission Zanja inlet using the Federal Highway Administration HEC
5 procedure and the hydraulic orifice equation.
The maximum capacity for Reservoir Canyon drain was defined as that discharge that would not
exceed the design hydraulic grade line at the confluence with the Oriental drain. Maximum
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capacity for Mission Zanja was defined as that discharge that would not create a hydraulic
grade line above the surface of the existing ground above the Mission Zanja inlet. Both
conditions had to be met simultaneously to determine system capacity These procedures show
that the capacity of the inlet is about 300 cfs, 2,220 cfs downstream of the inlet, and 1,920 cfs for
Reservoir Canyon drain. The hydraulic grade line at the Mission Zanja inlet was substantially
below the ground surface. Since the inlet control headwater was greater 300 cfs is the
maximum discharge for pressure control (outlet -control) calculations as well as for inlet control.
Flows beyond this amount will break out of the channel in the direction of the Hatfield Buick
dealership and onto Redlands Boulevard. A discharge of 300 cfs has a return period of about 4
years, or statistically a 25% chance of occurrence in any given year
Table 2. Summary of Peak Discharge, Culvert Capacity and Overflow (Floodplain) Discharges
for the Mission Zanja and Reservoir Canyon Culverts.
Flood
Return
Period
(Yrs)
(CFS)
(CFS)
(CFS)
(CFS)
(CFS)
(CFS)
(CFS)
(CFS)
(CFS)
Mission
Zanja
U/S6
Reservoir
Canyon?
Mission
Zanja
D/S8
Mission
Zanja
U/S
Reservoir
Canyon
Mission
Zanja
D/S
Mission
Zanja
U/S
Reservoir
Canyon
Mission
Zanja
D/S
10
730
970
1700
300
970
1270
430
0
430
11
780
1030
1810
300
1030
1330
480
0
480
12
830
1080
1910
300
1080
1380
530
0
530
13
890
1140
2030
300
1140
1440
590
0
590
14
940
1190
2130
300
1190
1490
640
0
640
15
990
1240
2230
300
1240
1540
690
0
690
16
1040
1300
2340
300
1300
1600
740
0
740
17
1100
1350
2450
300
1350
1650
790
0
790
18
1150
1410
2560
300
1410
1710
850
0
850
19
1200
1460
2660
300
1460
1760
900
0
900
20
1250
1520
2770
300
1520
1820
950
0
950
21
1300
1570
2870
300
1570
1870
1000
0
1000
22
1350
1630
2980
300
1630
1930
1050
0
1050
23
1410
1680
3090
300
1680
1980
1100
0
1100
24
1460
1740
3200
300
1740
2040
1160
0
1160
25
1510
1790
3300
300
1790
2090
1210
0
1210
50
2580
2630
5210
300
1920
2220
2280
710
2990
100
4100
4000
8100
300
1920
2220
3800
2080
5880
500
13700
12300
26000
300
1920
2220
13400
10380
23780
Floodplain Analysis'
Based on the culvert capacity calculations and upstream channel capacities for Mission Zanja
Creek, overflow discharges were estimated and a surface flow hydraulic model (HEC 2) was
6 Mission Zanja Creek upstream of confluence (DP 2).
7 Reservoir Canyon upstream of confluence. 19,20 cfs capacity equals a 27 -yr flood event.
8 Mission Zanja Creek culvert, downstream of confluence (CP 3D).
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developed to estimate the depths and extent of flooding between the I-10 freeway and Texas
Street for the 10- 25- 50- 100- and 500 year flood events. Cross-sections for the HEC 2 model
were obtained from Corps of Engineers 1988 topography (1 contours - 1 = 100) and USGS
topographic mapping (1 =2000) in areas where the floodplain extended beyond the limits of
the Corps topography More detailed field surveys of the Mission Zanja channel were also
performed in August 1996 The model assumed a subcritical flow regime, consisting of a total of
54 channel cross-sections approximately 200 feet apart. Manning s n values representing the
roughness of the channel and the overbanks were determined based upon field evaluation of
current conditions, and ranged in values from 0.030 for the Mission Zanja Creek main channel
bed to 0 080 for the channel banks. Bridges modeled using the HEC 2 normal bridge method
included Division St bridge, the railroad trestle, Church St. bridge, 9th St. bridge, and Kendall
St. bridge. Modeling of the Church St. and 9rh St. bridges included separate inlet control
capacity calculations. Flood depths are shown in Table 3 and floodplain are shown in Figures
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Table 3. Without -Project Condition Floodplain Depths in Feet
The Southern Pacific railroad track between the main portion of downtown Redlands and the I-
10 freeway is approximately 1 to 2 -feet above the surrounding ground and is used in the HEC 2
model to confine overflows to the south, through the downtown area, for the 10 -year and 25 year
discharges. A split flow analysis was performed to determine the amounts of overflow into the
area to the north of the railroad for the 50 year and 100 -year return periods. It was found that
approximately 380 and 1,950 cfs will overflow to the north of the railroad during 50 year and
100 year floods, respectively No split flow analysis was performed for the 500 year discharge
because it is large enough to inundate the entire area to the 1-10, freeway
4 4 Asset Inventory
4 4 1 Community Asset Overview
The critical facilities included in this plan to date include essential government services facilities,
both structural and infrastructure.
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Flood
Depth
Flood
Depth
Flood
Depth
Flood
Depth
Flood
Depth
Reach
10 yr
25 yr
50 yr
100 yr
500 yr
Division to Railroad/I-10
0.3
0.7
1.2
1.8
4 8
RR/1-10 to Church Street
0.3
0.8
1 0
1.5
3.5
Church Street to 9th Street
0.1
0.3
0.6
1.3
2.4
9ut Street to Inlet
0.3
0.6
1 0
1.3
1 8
Inlet to 6th Street
0.4
0.6
1 1
1 6
2.4
6th Street to Orange Street
0 4
0.6
1 1
1 6
2.2
Orange Street to Eureka Street
0.2
0.4
0.7
1.2
2.3
Eureka Street to Outlet
0.2
0.3
0.8
1.3
2.7
Outlet to Kendall Street
0.5
0.8
1 0
1 4
3.2
The Southern Pacific railroad track between the main portion of downtown Redlands and the I-
10 freeway is approximately 1 to 2 -feet above the surrounding ground and is used in the HEC 2
model to confine overflows to the south, through the downtown area, for the 10 -year and 25 year
discharges. A split flow analysis was performed to determine the amounts of overflow into the
area to the north of the railroad for the 50 year and 100 -year return periods. It was found that
approximately 380 and 1,950 cfs will overflow to the north of the railroad during 50 year and
100 year floods, respectively No split flow analysis was performed for the 500 year discharge
because it is large enough to inundate the entire area to the 1-10, freeway
4 4 Asset Inventory
4 4 1 Community Asset Overview
The critical facilities included in this plan to date include essential government services facilities,
both structural and infrastructure.
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The City of Redlands' Local/Multi-jurisdictional Mitigation Plan dated March 4, 2005 makes
projections based upon Redlands current General Plan. According to the City of Redlands
General Plan the projected population at build -out in the year 2020 is 90,000. The City of
Redlands Housing Element suggests that there will be an additional 30,720 residential structures,
an additional 8,646,200 square feet of commercial development; 10,048,400 square feet of
additional office development, and 21,641,990 square feet of projected industrial development
by build -out 2020.
Future critical facilities include at least one fire station and a Justice Civic Center Locations of
these facilities are based on General Plan build -out in 2020. The current list of the City of
Redlands Critical Facilities can be found at
4 4.2 Critical Facility List
This section provides a listing of the Critical Facilities in the City of Redlands. If represented by
as asterisk (*) these facilities are also located within a Special Flood Hazard Area.
• FOC
Emergency Response Facilities
Size: 6290 sq.ft.
Facility Description Emergency Operations Center, fully equipped with audio-visual media,
equipment and communications systems.
Primary Contact:
Fire Chief (Vacant)
1270 W Park Avenue, Building C (Lon. 117125.84, Lat: 34335.6883)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7600
Fax: 909-798-7602
E-mail. mmckee@confire.org
• Safety Hall *
Police Stations
Size: 13 126 sq.ft.
Facility Description Primary Police and Communications Facility
Prirnary Contact:
Police Chief Jim Bueermann
212 Brookside Avenue (Lon: 11711 Lat: 6.67473)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7621
Fax. 909-798-7602
E-mail. jbueermann@redlandspolice.org
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• Fire Station 261 *
Fire Stations
Size: 10,755 sq.ft.
Facility Description Downtown Fire Station.
Primary Contact:
Fire Chief (Vacant)
525 E. Citrus Avenue (Lon. 1171032.42; Lat: 34320.7761)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7600
Fax. 909-798-7602
E-mail. jdrabinski@confire.org
• Fire Station 262
Fire Stations
Size: 3,624 sq.ft.
Facility Description. Full -response fire station located in the southern portion of Redlands.
Primary Contact:
Fire Chief (Vacant)
1690 Garden Street (Lon. 117916.282; Lat: 34134 4843)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7600
Fax. 909-798-7602
E-mail. jdrabinski@confire.org
• Fire Station 263
Fire Stations
Size: 6,393 sq.ft.
Facility Description. Full -response fire station, located in the northern portion of Redlands.
Primary Contact:
Fire Chief (Vacant)
10 W Pennsylvania Avenue (Lon: 11710; Lat: 55.518303)
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 909-798-7600
Fax. 909-798-7602
E-mail. jdrabinski@confire.org
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• Fire Station 264
Size: 12,000 sq.ft.
Facility Description. Full -response fire station, located in the southwest portion of Redlands
Primary Contact.
Fire Chief (Vacant)
1270 W Park Avenue, Building C (Lon: 117125.84 Lat: 34335.6883)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7600
Fax. 909-798-7602
E-mail. jdrabinski@confire.org
• Police Annex Building
Police Stations
Size: 20,554 sq.ft.
Facility Description. This facility houses the City of Redlands Police Department
administrative and investigative staff.
Primary Contact.
Police Chief Jim Bueermann
30 Cajon Street (Lon. 1171055.9• Lat: 34317 7104)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 9097987621
Fax: 9097987602
E-mail. jbueermann@redlandspolice.org
• Corporate Yard
HAZMAT storage areas
Size: 67418
Facility Description. This is the City's multi -facility corporate yard, including Purchasing,
Equipment Maintenance, Electric & Water Shop, Street Maintenance Truck and Equipment
shelters. Also a LPNG tower is installed at this site.
Primary Contact
N Enrique Martinez, City Manager
1270 W Park Avenue, Bldgs A, B, D -M (, Lon. 117125.84, Lat 34335.6883)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-335-4761
Fax: 909-335-4762
E-mail. nemartinez@cityofredlands.org
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• Highland Avenue Water Complex (Lon: 117934, Lat: 34236)
Water and Sewer
Size: 2303335
Facility Description. This water treatment plant includes offices, lab and pump house,
maintenance shop, storage chlorinator shelter reservoir (10 million gallons), Pump building,
Welts #14, #16, and Ford Park Pump Station. This is part of a water system consisting of
18,000 service connections serving a population of 75,000.
Primary Contact.
Rosemary Hoerning, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director
City of Redlands, Municipal Utilities Department
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7698
Fax. 909-798-7670
E-mail. rhoerning@cityofredlands.org
• 1 City Plaza City Hall Government Facilities *
Size: 20554
Facility Description. Houses all City Departments outside of the Corporate Yard: Fire
Administration, Treasurers Office, City Manager, City Attorney City Council, Quality of
Life, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department, Community Development and
Planning, Downtown Business Development Offices, Finance and Administrative Services.
Primacy Contact:
N Enrique Martinez, City Manager
Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street (Lon: 1171051 48; Lat: 34318.3928)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-335-4741
Fax. 909-335-4762
E-mail. nemartinez@cityofredlands.org
Henry Tate Water Treatment Plant (Lon: 117422; Lat: 34421)
Water and Sewer
Size: 0
Facility Description. Mill Creek Tate Water Filtration Plant:
1 Building, $951,084
2. Clarifiers, $808,104.
3 Reservoir 2 mil gallons, $58,543
4 Reservoir 19 mil gallons, 56,191
5. Oak Wells#1 #2 w/bldg #2A, #8.
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Primary Contact:
Rosemary Hoerning, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director
City of Redlands, P 0 Box 3005
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7698
Fax. 909-335-4762
E-mail rhoerning@cityofredlands.org
cityofredlands.org
• Hinkley Water Treatment Plant Emergency Response Facilities
Size: 26614 sqft.
Facility Description. Facility includes the following:
1 Water Operations building, 7 422 sqft, $953,610.
2. Mechanical facility $174,615
3 Filter facility 5,650 sqft, $751,800.
4 Filter mechanical facility $222,075
5 Floc/Sed Tanks, 13,542 sqft, $652,155
6. Utility building, $84,945
7 Influent mixing facility $70,245
8. Tanks, basins, equip, elec. etc.
Square footage provided where available.
Primary Contact:
Rosemary Hoerning, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director
1604 Crafton Avenue (Lon: 117112; Lat: 34421)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7666
Fax. 9093354762
E-mail. rhoerning@cityofredlands.org
• Mt. View Lift Station Energy Related
Size: 3000 sq.fl.
Facility Description Sewer Lift Station.
Primary Contact
Rosemary Hoerning, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director
2481 W San Bernardino Avenue (Lon: 1171432; Lat: 34437)
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 909-798-7698
Fax. 909-798-7670
E-mail. rhoerning@cityofredlands.org
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• Redlands Wastewater Plants
High Population Area
Size: 10290
Facility Description. This includes all City of Redlands Wastewater Treatment Facilities,
thirty (30) facilities citywide.
Primary Contact:
Rosemary Hoerning, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director
City of Redlands, 35 Cajon Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7698
Fax: 909-798-7670
E-mail:rhoerning@cityofredlands.org
• California Street Landfill
Size:
Facility Description:
Primary Contact:
Gary Van Dorst, Quality of Life Department Director
City of Redlands, 35 Cajon Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-798-7655
Fax: 909-798-7642
• Redlands Unified School District
High Population Area
Size: 2330315
Facility Description. See attached spreadsheet listing each facility by description, contact
name, size type and value.
Primary Contact:
Diana Stead
20 W Lugonia Avenue, P 0 Box 3008
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 9093075300
Fax. 90903075321
E-mail: diana_stead@redlands.h12.ca.us
• Associated Files
Reference Title: Critical Facilities List RUSD
File Description: This document provides a listing, facility by facility providing all
requested detail based on the impact of flood, fire or earthquake disasters.
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CRITICAL FACILITY LISTING
Name
BOC
Facility Type
Critical
Rank
Critical
Emergency Response Facilities
Safety Hall
Police Stations
Critical j
Fire Station 261
Fire Stations
Critical
Critical
Critical
Critical
Fire Station 262
Fire Station 263
Fire Stations
Fire Stations
Fire Stations
Fire Station 264
Police Annex Building
Police Stations
Critical
Corporate Yard i
HAZMAT storage areas
Critical
Highland Avenue Water
Complex
Complex
Water and Sewer
_.._...._
Critical
, ... .._......
1 City Plaza City Hall
Government Facilities
I Critical
Critical
Henry Tate Water
Treatment Plant
Water and Sewer
Hinkley Water Treatment
Emergency Response Facilities
Critical
Plant
Mt. View Lift Station
Energy Related
Critical
Redlands Wastewater Plants
Water and Sewer
Critical
California Street Landfill
Redlands Unified School
Refuse/Disposal
Critical
Emergency Response
District
Facilities/Shelters
Critical
4 4.3 Non -Critical Facility List
(1) Approximately 75 percent of the community's Non -Critical Facilities are
vulnerable.
(2) The specific Non -Critical Facilities vulnerable in City of Redlands are:
a. The entire downtown commercial district.
b. Chamber of Commerce.
c. Downtown industrial businesses
d. University of Redlands.
e. Redlands Unified School District facilities
• University of Redlands
High Population Area
Facility Description. 'University of Redlands is a private liberal arts and sciences university
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consistently ranked among the best universities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
Founded in 1907 the university historically has been committed to a mission dedicated to the
individual student and an innovative academic program."
Primary Contact:
Corey Nomura
1200 E. Colton Avenue (Lon: 117 165 Lat: 34.0616)
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 909-793-2121
Fax: 909-335-5252
E-mail. CoryNomura@redlands.edu
Reference Title: Critical Facilities List: University of Redlands
File Description. This spreadsheet identifies all critical facilities of the University of
Redlands system if impacted by flood disaster.
NON-CRITICAL FACILITY LISTING
Name
Facility TYP
University of Redlands High Population Area �Cr
rtt
cal Rank
�High
4 4 4 Individual Hazard Vulnerability Analysis
Population.
(1) Approximately 1.51 percent of the community's population is vulnerable.
Critical Facilities.
(1) Approximately 25 percent of the community's critical facilities are vulnerable.
(2) The specific critical facilities vulnerable in City of Redlands are:
a. City of Redlands Police Annex
b. City of Redlands Safety Hall
c. City of Redlands Civic Center, including City Hall, Fire Administration,
Municipal Utilities and Engineering, Finance, Treasurer, Administrative
Services and Planning Departments.
d. Redlands Fire Station 261
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4.5 Potential Loss Estimation
Note: Italicized portion of document is from USACE Flood Study October 1997
4.5.1 1997 Economic Loss Estimation
Flood waters breaking out of the inlet and the channel extend into the City of Redlands
central business district. Old town Redlands is located to the south of the inlet, and
caters to shoppers interested in antiques, arts, fine furniture, books and other goods and
services.
The City of Redlands' Civic Center, which houses all Essential Government Services
facilities, is located south of the inlet, within the Special Flood Hazard Area, as is the
Redlands Police Department Main Facility
The business district s major regional mall is also located adjacent to the old town area.
The northern portion of the floodplain consists of newer commercial structures and
residential area.
Flood waters over 300 cfs exceed the inlet capacity but it is assumed that economic
damages do not occur until flood flows exceed 500 cfs, the combined 300 cfs inlet
capacity and the 200 cfs Redlands Boulevard curb -to -curb street capacity 500 cfs floods
are associated with an 8 -year expected return period. Flood damages were calculated
using Hydrologic Engineering Center s Expected Annual Flood Damage model utilizing
frequency discharge and damage 'Unctions. Other sources of information used to
calculate damages were field surveys of structure s property size, type, condition,
contents, and first floor elevations, Damar real estate data on building size and
construction type, TRW Redi real estate data for parcel size and mapping; Marshall and
Swift Evaluation Services for localized depreciated replacement cost values for all
construction types and grades, FEMA depth -damage functions, and, scaled aerial
photos.
4.5.2 January 2006 Economic Analysis
A summary of a report dated January 10, 2006 contains the assessed value of the land and
improvements and the amount of property taxes that are produced on an annual basis.
These parcels are all partially or completely within the 100 -year Zanja flood zone
between Texas and Church Streets:
Assessed Land Value: $ 45,627,582.00
Assessed Improvement Value: $ 99,048,687.00
Total $144,676,269.00
Taxes $ 1,905,069 76
Total Businesses: 10,699
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Regular Payments
Adjustments
FY 04/05
3`d Qtr 4th Qtr Is` Qtr
409,005 422,593 416,148
(3,259) 2,606 2,895
Grand Totals 405,746 425,199 419,043
Regular Payments
Adjustments
FY 05/06
2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr Fiscal
YTD
459,918 490,593 950,511
(1,343) (3,661) (5,004)
Grand Totals 458,575 486,932 945,507
4.5.3 Floodplain Property Inventory
The 500 year floodplain contains public, commercial, and industrial structures, homes, mobile
homes, and apartment buildings. The H&H analysis split the flood plain into nine separate
reaches, based on varying hydrologic, geographic and topographic conditions. The economic
analysis combined the nine H&H reaches into three economic reaches. The first reach extends
from the I-10 freeway to 8t" Street, the second reach from 8th Street to 1st and the third reach
from 1st Street to Texas Street.
The number of structures within the floodplain are shown in Table 4 This information is based
upon the 2000 Census, and a study will be needed to perform a comprehensive update.
Table 4 Structures in Floodplain
Floodplain
Homes
Apartments
Mobile
Homes
Commercial
Industrial
Public
Total
500 yr
132
22
31
170
47
9
411
100 yr
72
18
0
91
11
5
197
50 yr
64
13
0
89
11
3
180
25 -yr
44
11
0
84
11
3
153
10 yr
23
7
0
59
6
3
98
4.5 4 Redevelopment and Economic Impact
Reference: www.redlandsrda.org
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Redevelopment is an essential element of this flood plan. Without flood control improvements,
much if not all of Redlands goals and objectives cannot be met. In the Downtown Redlands
Specific Plan, it states:
• Economic Goal.
o to provide for continued orderly and diversified economic growth in the City of
Redlands and the adjacent area.
• Objectives:
o to aid in the development of viable, stable, and attractive commercial areas.
o to upgrade and improve existing commercial areas.
o to encourage and promote orderly development and growth of industrial areas.
• Central Business District
The General Plan recognizes the importance of revitalization of the Central Business
district and states the following policies:
o Provide sufficient commercial land area within the City and Planning Area to
meet the ultimate needs of the community when developed to capacity
o Promote the development of commercial facilities which are convenient to
residents of the Planning Area.
o Establish the Central Business District of Redlands as the principal commercial
area within the city
o Take full advantage of the excellent vehicular circulation system that presently
exists and recognize that roadway improvements are attainable that will further
enhance the central city's accessibility
o Create a superior environment for shoppers, workers, visitors and residents.
Industrial
o Industrial development should take place within organized, well designed
industrial subdivisions with adequate internal traffic circulation and all necessary
utility installments.
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The highest and best economic use of the Specific Plan area is for expansion of Central
Business District commercial uses. This should be balanced with allowance for service
commercial activities that provide business and residential support services to the
downtown area and neighboring housing districts. Manufacturing and light industrial uses
in the city should be placed in larger planned industrial districts outside the downtown
area.9
4.5.5 Facility Replacement Costs
The Facility Replacement Costs within the floodplain are shown in Table 5 Again, this
information is based upon the 2000 Census, and a study will be needed to perforin a
comprehensive update.
Table 5 Structure (Depreciated Replacement Value) and Content Values ($,000)
4.5.6 Floodplain Inundation Damage Estimates
9 Downtown Specific Plan, City of Redlands Specific Plan No. 45 as amended to
November 19 1996
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500 yr
100 yr
50 yr
25 yr
10 yr
Homes
Structure
7,951
4,390
3,911
2,772
1,708
Content
3,976
2,195
1,955
1,386
854
Apartments
Structure
2,451
1,877
1,571
1,444
1,169
Content
1,226
939
786
722
585
Mobile Homes
Structure
1,012
0
0
0
0
Content
506
0
0
0
0
Commercial
Structure
69,784
41,700
41,087
40,364
30,357
Content
79,769
47,509
46,803
45,972
34,898
Industrial
Structure
13,215
5,708
5,708
5,708
2,377
Content
13,215
5,708
5,708
5,708
2,377
Public
Structure
8,511
6,818
5,943
5,943
5,943
Content
4,256
3,409
2,971
2,971
2,971
Subtotal Structure
102,924
60,494
58,220
56,231
41,554
Subtotal Content
102,947
59,760
58,224
56,760
41,686
Grand Total 1999
205,871
120,254
116,444
112,991
83,240
Grand Total 2007
331,205
193,464
187335
181,780
133,916
4.5.6 Floodplain Inundation Damage Estimates
9 Downtown Specific Plan, City of Redlands Specific Plan No. 45 as amended to
November 19 1996
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The inundation level by flood event was derived for each property by subtracting the without
project flood depths presented in Table 3 from the field survey s first floor elevations. Inundation
damage was then calculated by applying the applicable FME depth -damage function for either
structure or content to the property s depreciated replacement cost for structure or content.
Inundation damages by event are shown in Table 6.
The Facility Replacement Costs within the floodplain are shown in Table 5 Again, this
information is based upon the 2000 Census, and a study will be needed to perform a
comprehensive update.
Table 6. Inundation Damages 6000)
4.5 7 Planning Constraints
The hydrologic discharge -frequency analysis shows that peak flows arrive at the confluence site
at about the same time, even though there is a difference in the size of the Mission Zanja Creek
and the Reservoir Canyon drainage areas (9 6 mi. and 4.9 mi respectively). City officials have
indicated under certain historic conditions, such as isolated thunderstorms, there have been
fairly significant flows in Mission Zanja Creek with little or no contributory flow from Reservoir
Canyon drain. Because of the geographic proximity of the drainage areas, the city officials also
agree that it is prudent to assume concurrent peak flow conditions. Therefore, the without
project condition and alternative measures assume the worst case hydrologic condition of
concurrent peak flows in Mission Zanja Creek and Reservoir Canyon drain. The assumption of
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500 yr
100 yr
50 yr
25 yr
10 yr
Homes
Structure
1,437
474
196
119
113
Content
979
179
89
44
20
Apartments
Structure
543
306
174
143
143
Content
370
174
128
80
34
Mobile
Homes
Structure
325
0
0
0
0
Content
107
0
0
0
0
Commercial
Structure
15,007
6,150
5,184
2,984
2,694
Content
17,495
5,961
3,401
1,553
852
Industrial
Structure
2,726
788
439
262
162
Content
2,836
503
279
188
90
Public
Structure
1,595
235
78
52
0
Content
1,134
55
19
0
0
Grand Total,
fy 1998-1999
44,544
14825
9 988
5,425
4,110
Grand Total,
fy 2006-2007
71,679
23,581
16,068
10,338
6,612
4.5 7 Planning Constraints
The hydrologic discharge -frequency analysis shows that peak flows arrive at the confluence site
at about the same time, even though there is a difference in the size of the Mission Zanja Creek
and the Reservoir Canyon drainage areas (9 6 mi. and 4.9 mi respectively). City officials have
indicated under certain historic conditions, such as isolated thunderstorms, there have been
fairly significant flows in Mission Zanja Creek with little or no contributory flow from Reservoir
Canyon drain. Because of the geographic proximity of the drainage areas, the city officials also
agree that it is prudent to assume concurrent peak flow conditions. Therefore, the without
project condition and alternative measures assume the worst case hydrologic condition of
concurrent peak flows in Mission Zanja Creek and Reservoir Canyon drain. The assumption of
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concurrent peak flow conditions constrain the level of protection that can be provided by inlet
expansion measures.
The existing capacity of the culvert downstream of the confluence is 2,220 cis, which equals the
sum of the current Reservoir Canyon drain capacity (1,920 cfs) and the Mission Zanja inlet (300
cfs). Modification of the downstream culvert is not economically justified because it would be
more costly than the channel bypass plan that was investigated in previous studies (references
and 2) due in part to costly right-of-way acquisitions and utility relocations. Inlet expansion
alternatives are constrained due to the downstream channel capacity, and the hydraulically
complex junction of Mission Zanja Creek and Reservoir Canyon drain peak flows. Increased
flows entering from an expanded Mission Zanja inlet could induce more frequent flooding in
portions of the Reservoir Canyon drainage area due to the backwater e/fects caused by
additional flows overwhelming the capacity of the downstream culvert, resulting in pressure flow
conditions on Reservoir Canyon drain. Although alternative measures address the possibility of
induced flooding, the downstream culvert capacity limits the level of protection offered by inlet
expansion measures.
There is an automotive dealership located above the inlet that had frequently been inundated.
The parent corporation recommended that the owner relocate to another city but both the owner
and as a dealership expressed that they wanted to remain in the existing location, if able to
expand the facilities. Following the effects of the 1998 El Nino, the City of Redlands received a
$1 million Disaster Recovery initiative Grant to expand the strained inlet and extend it to the
vicinity of the 9" Street Bridge. The City and San Bernardino County partnered on this project,
which ultimate cost was $1.5 million. The County contributed the construction costs in excess of
$1 million and was responsible for the project and contract administration.
4.5.8 Human Loss Estimate
Summary of Human Losses
a. The estimated number of fatalities resulting from this hazard is approximately 2.
b. The estimated number of injuries resulting from this hazard is approximately 40.
c. The estimated number of displacees resulting from this hazard is approximately 1000.
d. Total number of people affected. 1042.
e. Percent of community's population at risk: 1.51%.
4.6 Analysis of Community Development Trends
The National or Federal objective of water and related land resources planning is to contribute
to national economic development (NED) consistent with protecting the Nation s environment,
pursuant to national environmental statues, applicable executive orders, and other Federal
planning requirements. Contributions to NED are increases in the net value of the national
output of goods and services, expressed in monetary units. A NED comparison of alternatives
will be used to identify the beneficial and adverse effects that the plans may have on the national
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economy The result will be identification of the NED plan, defined as the plan providing the
greatest net benefits as determined by subtracting annual costs from annual benefits.
The specific objective is to reduce flood damages in the City of Redlands caused by the limited
capacity of the inlet to the covered channel section of Mission Zanja Creek, located under
Redlands Boulevard.
4.6.1 Future Development
Future development of the downtown area is directly related to Redlands' ability to
initiate, develop, mitigate and enhance flood control. The City of Redlands hired the firm of
Torti Gallas to develop a new Master Plan for Redlands' downtown. It may be found at:
http://www.ci.redlands.ca.us/community/PDFs/REDBK15FinalPrint.pdf
Further reference to Future Development is contained at:
www.ci.redlands.ca.us/plans/general plan update.htm.
and
www.ctredlands.ca.us/communitv/plan.html
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Section 5
Mitigation Strategy
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Section 5 — Mitigation Strategy
5 1 Community Capability Assessment
The City has a number of already adopted development code ordinances that strengthen and
enhance Redlands' capability to mitigate damages that could be sustained as a result of existing
identified hazards. The Local Mitigation Plan provides the foundation to support and sustain
continued use and enforcement of those mitigation -based ordinances. For example, in a
Community Assistance Visit (CAV) on June 26, 2003 the FEMA representative found no
programmatic, engineering, or floodplain management issues that would preclude the City of
Redlands from participating in the Community Rating Status program. This finding supports
that Redlands' local ordinances are responsive to flood hazards. The City of Redlands has a
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule (BECG) rating of 10. This finding supports that
Redlands' local ordinances are responsive to a variety of hazards, including seismic, flooding
and wind.
• Storm Water Management Ordinances: Yes
• Stream Management Ordinances: Yes
• Zoning Management Ordinances: Yes
• Subdivision Management Ordinances: Yes
• Erosion Management Ordinances: Yes
• Floodplain Management Ordinances: Yes
• Floodplain Management Plan Published Date: 3/31/1996
• Floodplain Management Last Delineation Date: 3/31/1996
• Elevation Certificates Maintained: Yes
• National Flood Insurance Program Community Yes
• National Flood Insurance Join Date: 1/3/1979
• NFIP Number: 060279
• Land Use Plan. Yes
• Land Use Plan Last Update: 8/5/2003
• Community Zoned: Yes
• Zoned Date: 8/5/2003
• Established Building Codes: Yes
• Building Codes Last Updated. 02/19/08
• Type of Building Codes: California Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fire
• Local Electric Utilities: Southern California Edison
• Local Water Utilities: City of Redlands Municipal Utilities
• Local Sewage Treatment Utilities: City of Redlands Municipal Utilities
• Local Natural Gas Utilities: Southern California Gas Company
• Local Telephone Utilities: Verizon
• Fire Insurance Rating: ISO Rating 3/9
• Fire Insurance Rating Date: 10/15/2002
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• Previous Mitigation Plans: A copy of a memorandum identifying hazard mitigation programs
and activities, which resulted in the awarding of a 2004 Disaster Resistant California
Community Award to the City of Redlands is attached.
• Flood Insurance Claims: A copy of a memorandum identifying hazard mitigation programs
and activities, which resulted in the awarding of a 2004 Disaster Resistant California
Community Award to the City of Redlands, is attached.
5 1 1 Existing Plans, Policies, and Ordinances
The City will evaluate its existing General Plan, Municipal Code and policies and recommend
incorporating those changes as may be required to implement the Local Mitigation Plan. The
City would do this by reference, possibly adding a policy that refers to the implementation of the
Local Mitigation Plan.
Existing Community Plans/Documents:
• City of Redlands General Plan Refer to www.ci.redlands.ca.us/plans/general plan.htm
• California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) — Refer to www.ca.gov Click on
Environmental & Natural Resources, then California Environmental and Natural Resource
Laws, then CEQA.
• California Office of Planning & Research Refer to http://www.opr.ca.gov
• State of California Hazard Mitigation Plan Refer to www.oes.ca•gov Click on Hazard
Mitigation and follow links to the State Plan.
5 1.2 Prior Mitigation Actions and Projects
This section serves to identify the Previous Mitigation Plans, Projects and Actions:
Previous Mitigation Plans, Projects and Actions:
• Attached is a copy of a memorandum identifying hazard mitigation programs and activities,
which resulted in the awarding of a 2004 Disaster Resistant California Community Award to
the City of Redlands.
5 1.3 Completed and On -Going Flood Hazard Mitigation Projects
Project 111. Ford Street Project
1 Name: Ford Street Storm Drain
2. Description: Construction of a storm drain to divert waters in case of flooding.
3 Alternatives: None
4 Strategy Design and construction of a storm drain to collect drainage adjacent to the
Valley Preparatory Elementary School and adjacent residential structures from
recurrent flooding.
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5 Status: Complete
6. Completion Date: 6/1/1994
7 Local Priority. High
8. Longitude:
Latitude:
9 Hazards Mitigated: Flooding
10. Total Cost: 500000
11 Calculated BC Ratio 0
12. Custom BC Ratio: 1
13 Description of Custom BC Ratio No B/C existed at time of mitigation grant award.
Project #2. 99 -DISASTER INITIATIVE GRANT -010
1 Name: Disaster Initiative Grant
2. Description: This Disaster Initiative Resistant Grant was for the installation of a storm drain
at 9th and Central in Redlands.
3 Alternatives: Not to constrict the storm drain.
4. Strategy.
• The City of Redlands entered into a cooperative agreement with the San Bernardino
County Flood Control District to construct an enlarged storm drain at the corner of 9th
and Central (the historic Mission Zanja) in Redlands.
• The City paid $19,000 for the Environment Impact Report and the County of San
Bernardino administered the contract and paid all other costs (over $1,000,000).
5 Status: Complete
6. Completion Date: 11/1/2003
7 Local Priority High
8. Longitude:
Latitude:
9 Hazards Mitigated:
• Flooding: 75%
10. Total Cost: 1400000
11 Calculated BC Ratio: 157.5343
12. Custom BC Ratio. 1
13 Description of Custom BC Ratio:
• City paid $19,000 for the EIR, and County of San Bernardino paid over $1,000,000.
14 Funding Description: City paid $19,000 for the EIR, and County of San Bernardino paid
over $1,000,000.
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f. Set goals (Maximum credit: 2 points). The two credit points for this step are provided if the plan includes a
statement of the goals of the community s floodplain management program.
REFERENCE PAGE 66 2 POINTS
SUB -TOTAL 2 POINTS
5.2 Mitigation Goals
5.2.1 To reduce both the short and long term effects of the 100 -year flood plain as
defined in the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and the City of Redlands;
5.2.2 To reduce the National Flood Insurance Prei hums for property owners in the
Community Development Block Grant Target Area. and encourage property
owners to purchase and maintain flood insurance;
5.2.3 To protect the National Register property known as the Mission Zanja Channel
and other natural habitats in the floodplain from future flood damages;
5.2.4 To promote preparedness and mitigation strategies to property owners,
5.2.5 To develop enhanced stormwater management policies and procedures that meets
and/or exceeds the minimum requirements of the NFIP
g. Review possible activities (Maximum credit: 30 points) The plan must describe those activities that were
considered and note why they were or were not recommended. If an activity is currently being implemented, the
plan must note whether it should be modified. The discussion of each activity needs to be detailed enough to be
useful to the lay reader. The credit for this step is the total of the following points based on which floodplain
management activities are reviewed in the plan.
1 5, if the plan reviews preventive activities, such as floodplain and storm water management regulations and
preservation of open space and the effectiveness of current regulatory and preventive standards and programs;
REFERENCE PAGES 64-85 PAGE 106 5 POINTS
2. 5, if the plan reviews property protection activities, such as acquisition, flood proofmg, and flood insurance;
REFERENCE PAGE 67 i POINTS
3. 5, if the plan reviews activities to protect the natural and beneficial functions of the floodplain, such as
wetlands protection. REFERENCE PAGES 64-85 5 POINTS
4 5, if the plan reviews emergency services activities, such as flood warning and sandbagging;
REFERENCE PAGES S. 102 5 POINTS
5. 5, if the plan reviews structural projects, such as reservoirs and channel modifications; and;
REFERENCE PAGES 10' 106 5 POINTS
6. 5, if the plan reviews public infomiation activities, such as outreach projects and environmental education
programs. REFERENCE PALL 106 5 POINTS
SUBTOTAL 30 POINTS
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5.3 Review of Mitigation Activities
5.3 1 Preventative Activities and Property Protection
Please refer to Exhibit G, Chapter 15.32, FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION.
k. Habitat Conservation Plan
HCP = 10, if the community has adopted a community -wide Habitat Conservation Plan.
This credit is subject to acceptance of the plan by the U S. Fish and Wildlife Service or the
National Marine Fisheries Services.
REFERENCE, PAGES 67— 88
SUB=TOTAL 10 POINTS
*Highlighted areas relate to Floodplain Management
5.3.2 Natural Resources and Habitat Conservation Plan
Following, as italicized, is an excerpt
from the City of Redlands' General Plan, wherein Open Space and Habitat Conservation are
included as an Element of the Plan.
7 0 OPEN SPACE AND CONSERVATION ELEMENT 10
Several types of open space or areas identified for conservation are shown on the General Plan
Diagram, including Parks/Golf Courses, Agriculture, Flood Control/Construction Aggregates,
Conservation/Habitat Preservation, and Resource Conservation. These land use categories are
described more fully in Section 4 Land Use Element.
In addition to the General Plan Diagram, seven .figures depict open space or conservation areas
throughout the Planning Area. These are found in the General Plan and associated with Master
Environmental Assessment (MEA) and include GP Figure 8.2, Slope, GP Figure 7.2, Biotic
Resources, GP Figure 8.1 Environmental Hazards, MEA Figure 5.2, Agricultural Lands, and
MEA Figure 10.1, Archaeologic Sensitivity
The Citizens of Redlands, continuing their founders' heritage, place a high value on scenic
resources, open space (especially citrus preservation), parks and recreation lands. This
commitment was documented by the passage of a bond measure in 1987 for the purpose of
acquisition of land for parks and open space.
Integration of the Open Space Element and Conservation Element
10 City of Redlands General Plan
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In function and content, the Open Space Element and Conservation Element often overlap. The
Conservation Element is oriented toward the management of natural resources to prevent waste,
destruction or neglect. The Open Space Element, in contrast, emphasizes open space as a land
use and requires that preservation and management of natural resources be considered in land
use planning and decision-making. This combined Open Space and Conservation Element
describes conservation practices within the state -designated types of open space described
below, meeting the requirements of both elements. In addition, Redlands' archaeological
resources are considered.
Cross -Reference to Other Elements
Issues concerning open space for public health and safety are filly described in the Health and
Safety Element. Preservation of historic resources is considered in the City Design and
Preservation Element. Open space districts are defined in the Land Use Element.
State Classification of Open Space
State law requires that four types of open space be analyzed in the Open Space Element. Open
space land is any parcel or area of land or water that is essentially unimproved and devoted to
open space use, which may include.
• Open space for outdoor recreation including areas of outstanding scenic and cultural
value, areas suited for parks/recreation purposes, areas which link major recreation and
open space reservations such as utility easements, banks of rivers and streams, trails and
scenic highway corridors.
• Open space for the preservation of conservation of natural resources, including, but not
limited to, preservation of nature, wildlife migration, riparian, scenery, and points of
interest.
Open space for the managed production of resources, including, but not limited to,
agricultural lands.
Open space for public health and safety such as flood plains, watersheds, earthquake
fault zones, and unstable soil areas.
Parks and Recreational Open Space
This section contains policies for parks, golf courses, and recreation purposes, including areas
that serve as links between major recreation and open space reservations, such as trails, and
areas of outstanding scenic and cultural value and corresponds to the 'open space for outdoor
recreation" category in State Planning Law Land acquired or dedicated for permanent
agricultural use, even if part of a park, is described under Section 7 40, Managed Production of
Resources. Open space reservations could include term utility easements, and banks of rivers
and streams.
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The General Plan Diagram uses circles or polygons with rounded corners to indicate proposed
parks. At some locations more than one site in the vicinity of the symbol may be appropriate and
could be approved without amending the General Plan. Pocket parks (two acres or less) are not
shown on the General Plan Diagram. A complete listing of parks is found in GP Table 7.1
Many of the park and recreational open space policies and proposals are taken from the June
1987 Park and Open Space Plan adopted in principle by the City Council.
Standards
Neighborhood parks are designed primarily to meet the needs of elementary- school -age -
children households within one mile. These parks include picnic and play areas. The seven
existing parks range from five to 17 acres. The Plan proposes three additional parks ranging
from eight to 15 acres. It is recommended that, where possible, neighborhood parks be located in
conjunction with schools. A broadly held standard for park acreage in California is 10-15 acres.
Community parks serve all ages and may include parklike landscaped areas, fields, courts, and
large play areas. The four developed community parks and two partially developed sites range
from 11 to 27 acres and also serve as neighborhood parks for nearby residents. The California
standard recommends 15 to 30 acres for these parks. Three additional community parks would
range from 20 to 25 acres.
City parks serve all ages and would be similar to community parks but broader in range of
activities. The Plan proposes two city parks ranging from 40 to 100 acres. The California
standard is 100 acres. The City park proposed in San Timoteo Canyon could be a joint venture
with the City of Loma Linda. The second site is in northeast Redlands at the northwest corner of
Wabash and San Bernardino.
Regional parks have no standard recommendations though they are generally 150 acres and
serve an entire geographical area. The Plan proposes two regional parks. The most appropriate
and possible use for the two landfill sites in Redlands' Planning Area would be a joint venture
between the City and San Bernardino County for the reuse of the landfill in San Timoteo Canyon
and for the site at Palmetto and Nevada Streets. Methane gas migration from landfill sites should
be carefully studied prior to reuse of landfill sites.
The need for additional facilities for organized sports will be met in the vicinity of Wabash
Avenue and San Bernardino Avenue in northeast Redlands, at the new high school and in San
Timoteo Canyon. Other proposed city and regional parks would also provide additional sports
fields.
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I-10/California
r
C
5
r
�0
Nevada/Palmetto
l
16.7
0
Olive Ave.
3 75
0
9 Elementary
Schools
rte_
28.0
28.0
3 Junior Highs
3 High Schools
50.0
50.0
Subtotal
89 45
175 7 90
80 1101.5
373 4
477 4
PROPOSED
San Timoteo4.Canyon
Jt
"
140,0
30:0
40-0
69
[West Redlands4
8.0
8.0
[r2.0 116
rr
Wabash at I-10
16
sitiitl4dnfk:_. :
"
2 et:.Basan4" , ..
0 . _...,
." .,
'
20"-
20"
Mentone20.0
20.0
Sand Canyon Area4
I S
15
Park"
Neighbor/Jo o
cotrrmutiily
City
Regional
City
Groves
Other
pplica$le,
to Acres
1,000
Residetits
Standard i
rrLive Oak Canyon4
I_ _.............. _......,
12.0 _ _...
_. .........__
�.. _...,._
__ __._
......_.._,..........
_ _...,.
12.0
[Greenspot4
25 0
Cr.
25 0
30.0
36
0
!
p._
Northeast Airport
80
16.7
80
Palmetto/Nevada4
66
66
Pioneer/Wabash
San Bernardino
75 0
75 0
San Tim Landfill4
0
110 7
Elententar 4
15.015
[260_ ._..._......!
Subtotal
50
65
40j5 _..._.._
Total at Buildout140.45
240 7 130 155
. _ _ QCµ--1 __ _.._
101.5
......... ____
484.1
.. _.
738.1
____ _
I__.. _ _._
1 Other for proposed Parks = flood control, natural for viewing, pocket (n ini) parkland. Other
for Existing Parks = Natural areas/mini pocket parks, 2 Land not applicable to the standard
consists of steep hillsides, flood control area, and pocket parks that may be valuable components
of the parks system but are not suited for intensive use, 3 Acquired but undeveloped parks; 4
Proposed but undeveloped parks, 5 School site area is assigned half -credit toward meeting the
acres per thousand residents standard, consistent with the 1987 Recreation Element. Acreage
shown is 50% of recreation area.
Proposed Parks. Sites and Facilities
NEIGHBORHOOD
PARKS
West Redlands. A few sites remain for a neighborhood park to serve the medium -
density area located north of Brookside Avenue between Center and
Alabama.
Beazer Homes Park: Beazer Homes Tract north of Pioneer and west of Orange Street
Sand Canyon Area. The residential area in the vicinity of San Canyon should include a 15
acre park.
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Live Oak Canyon.
The neighborhood east of Redlands Country Club lacks park service,
but good sites remain south of the subdivided area and near proposed
trail system. A 12 acre park could be combined with natural open
space areas.
COMMUNITY
PARKS
Zahf Detention- By adding; to ahe acreage neededAr flood control; ali or a portion of
"1141.01; 'rhe hasini could have parr:value or be used foe athletic facnluties,
Mentone: A community park on Nice Avenue would be a major recreation
facility oriented to Mentone (Note. There is a sports field site near
Amethyst and Highway 38 which might serve this same purpose.)
Greenspot: A community park may be appropriate to serve the Greenspot area.
CITY PARKS
SanTimoteo Canyon. This proposed site has been considered good park land with citrus
preservation for future development. It could be a strong possibility as
a joint City venture with Loma Linda or developments across the
Riverside County line.
REGIONAL PARKS
SanTimoteo Canyon. This proposed park site is the County Landfill site and exists on the
County plan for a park site. It could be a joint venture between the
City and the County
OTHER Mini or pocket parks should be located throughout the City for
neighborhood convenience. Equally valuable to the City are bridle
trails, jogging trails, linear parks along the Santa Ana Wash,
medians, greenbelts, right-of-way, easement, wash area, .scenic
viewpoints near and far
The City's efforts to acquire more parkland and open space have been led by the Open Space
Committee of the Redlands Parks Commission which was designated to recommend acquisition
of land in accordance with the allocation of funds specified in Measure 0 the Open Space and
Park Land Acquisition measure approved by voters in 1987 Land allocation percentages of the
$7.2 million bond were as follows. citrus preservation, 22 percent; expanded parks and
recreation, 27 percent; natural area preservation, 15 percent; sports complex, 14 percent; strip
parks and trails, 12 percent; and City entrance land, 9 percent. These percentages were
established by City Council based upon community survey
Golf Courses
The General Plan anticipates three 18 -hole golf courses in addition to the private Redlands
Country Club course, thus meeting the traditional standard of one golf course per 25,000
residents. The site adjoining the Santa Ana Wash north of Mentone (160 acres) is within the
Redlands Airport noise impact area and is envisioned as a municipal course. The Greenspot
(204 acres) and San Tinnoteo Canyon (140 acres) golf courses are expected to be developed in
conjunction with large residential subdivisions. The location of the Mentone and Greenspot golf
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courses are schematically shown on the land use map reflecting a non-specific site. A golf course
in San Timoteo Canyon is also shown on the land use Diagram in a non-specific location.
Guiding Policies. Parks and Recreational Open Space
710a Create a high quality, diversified park system that enhances Redlands' unique attributes.
7.10b Provide adequate park acreage and recreation facilities conveniently accessible to all
present and future residents.
7 10c Enhance the presence of natural and recreational opportunities in the City and increase
park use by selecting new, highly accessible locations for parks.
7.IOd Identify the needs of special user groups, such as the disabled and elderly, and address
these in park and recreation facility development.
7 10e Minimize substitution of private recreation facilities for developer fee payment or park
dedication to ensure that a public park system will be permanently available to the entire
community
7 10f Encourage preservation of natural areas within and outside the Planning Area as
regional parks or nature preserves.
7 10g Review park standards periodically to deterrnine whether needs are being satisfied and
how long-term costs will be met.
7 10h Continue cooperative efforts with the Redlands Unified School District through joint use
agreements for park and recreational facilities. Locate new neighborhood parks in conjunction
with elementary or middle schools wherever feasible.
Although school/park areas are not available for public use at all times and do not contain
complete park facilities, substantial cost savings fits* shared use.
7.IOi Equitably share the cost of improved park standards between existing and new residents,
businesses, and property owners.
Implementing Policies. Parks and Recreational Open Space
710] Provide 5 to 6 acres of neighborhood, community, and city park area for each 1 000
Planning Area residents. This standard excludes specialized, low use park acreage and includes
half of the area of school sites.
If all parks designated on the General Plan Diagram are acquired, there will be 7.9 acres per
1 000 residents at buildout vs. 7.2 acres existing (developed and undeveloped) in 1994 (City
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population only). When considering only developed parks, (189 acres) there are approximately 3
acres per 1 000.
7.10k Where suitable land is available at acceptable cost, provide all residential areas with a
neighborhood/community park (8 or more acres where available).
7.101 Calculate park fees to enable purchase of acreage and provision of off-site improvements
for 5 acres of park land per 1,000 residents added.
State law (Quimby Act) allows the City to require dedication or payment of in -lieu fees sufficient
to buy and provide off-site improvements for a maximum of 3 acres per 1 000 new residents if
existing parks are at or below this standard and up to 5 acres if a higher standard has been
maintained. Fees, even if updated annually, are rarely sufficient; appraisals at the time a final
subdivision map is recorded are authorized by the law
7.10m Continue levying a parks and open space fee on nonresidential development
commensurate with expected use of park and recreational facilities by employees.
A number of California cities collect such fees.
7.10n Seek any available State and federal grant assistance in implementing the parks and open
space proposals of the General Plan.
State bond funds available to Redlands have been committed (1991).
7.10o Use available techniques to minimize acquisition costs.
Sale below appraised market value ("bargain sale') to a non-profit land trust that re -sells to the
City can provide tax savings to the seller
7 10p Continue annual review of five-year plan recommendations by Strategic Planning/Open
Space Committee of Parks Commission for needs and available funding mechanisms.
7 10 Continue the dedication of land along the Santa Ana bluff for a continuous linear park to
be used as picnic and scenic area, and trail.
7,11 r Encourage the development through acquistElon and/or dedicalibh of a linear park along
Ithe=Zanja.and:the. railroad right -of way:
7 11 Trails
The City of Redlands has a long tradition in the use of trails by bicyclists, equestrians, hikers,
and joggers. Many trails are unmarked or unidentified. Other trail systems are identified such as
the beautifully illustrated Bridle Trail map of Isaac Ford commissioned in 1941 by the Chamber
of Commerce. The existing trails can provide the framework for a system of scenic pathways that
will enhance health, safety and recreational enjoyment of the community
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A multi -use Master Plan of trails will expand and enhance individuals' opportunities for
recreation, thereby improving the quality of life. With the increased awareness of the health
benefits of walking and jogging, as well as the growing recreational use of bicycles, trails
become more valuable to a greater portion of the community
Concern about health is also reflected in the efforts to improve air quality This has led to
adoption of the Regional Air Quality Plan, from which policies have been adapted and included
in the Health and Safety Element. Policies call for the provision of bicycle and pedestrian
pathways to promote nonmotorized transportation and lessen dependency on private automobile
use. These routes are to link activity centers to residential development. (See Section 8.12, Air
Quality and Ground Transportation, and Section 8.14 Air Quality and Land Use.)
TYads "can also .gerve as-,cntergeney .evacuation routes- ill _ the _event of a. catastt'ophe t_kat-
inake sorne-lrafficwails impa. sable:
Rail and trail corridors designated on the General Plan Diagram have existing or proposed
right-of-ways that at different locations and times may include either or both facilities. Five
corridors are shown.
ety
• Santa Ana Wash blufftop adjoining the proposed Scenic Drive,
Santa Fe Railroad which provides freight service to Menlone and is proposed as a fiuture
commuter rail line,
• Mill CreelCZanja (Sankee); the historic irrigation ditch,
• San-.Timoteq Canyon:adjoining the San. Timoteo Creek; and
• Southern Pacific Railroad mainline.
A trails map was prepared by a City Council appointed Trails Committee and adopted by the
City Council on October 7 1992. The Trails Map (See Figure 7 1) identifies the general
locations of Regional Trunk Trails and Primary Community Trails within the planning area. The
Committee recognized four major types of trails, Regional Trunk Trails, Primary Community
Trails, Secondary Community Trails and Connector Trails. The definition of these types of trails
is as follows
Regional Trunk Trail a trail which originates out of city and terminates out of city but
passes through the City of Redlands. Generally considered to be of regional significance,
linking cities to regional amenities. This type of trail usually has been defined by
agencies beyond Redlands, such as San Bernardino County Examples of this kind of trail
are the Santa Ana River Trail and the San Timoteo Creek Trail.
Primary Community Trail a trail which originates within the City of Redlands and
terminates at one of the following:
a. an entrance to a Regional Trunk Trail (thus giving the community access to the
regional amenities).
b. a major trail traffic generator (recreational site, school, park, equestrian center
business district).
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Examples of this kind of trail are the Downtown Zanja Greenway and children's trail, the
Sunset Hills trails connecting the equestrian center and residential area with the regional
trail, and the trails described in the East Valley Corridor Plan.
• Secondary Community Trail (a.k.a. local feeder trail) a trail which provides a local
neighborhood with routes for recreation, or access to primary trails. Usually this type
originates within a residential area and experiences lighter usage than a primary trail.
Optimally, these trails are designed in a loop configuration and located in scenic areas
to maximize pleasurable usage.
Examples of this kind of trail are the loops within the Sunset Hills Development which
augment the prinnary trails.
Connector Trail a short section of trail route which allows the linkage of two sections of
primary and/or secondary community trail. This designation carries the connotation of
short linkage which might not be of the same standard as a formal primary or secondary
trail, but which allows users to 'connect" with the nearby trail.
Examples of this type of connector trail might be a driveway, roadway, or bridge.
GP Eizure 7.1, Trails Map
The Trails Map within the General Plan includes only Regional Trunk Trails and Primary
Community Trails. Secondary Community Trails and Connector Trails will be incorporated in
the Trails Master Plan as described in Implementing Policies 711d and 7 11k.
Guiding Policies: Trails
,TIIia :Create and maintain.:a system of fraals serving hbth:r creational andeinergeiicy-access:
,needs. The system is ( accommodate: walking.hiking, jogging; and equestrian.and bicycle use:
711b Prepare a Trails Plan depicting regional multi-purpose trails, community trails, local
feeder trails, and including design standards.
711c It is the intent of the General Plan Trails Component of the Open Space and
Conservation Element, and the policy of the implementing agency to work with landowners to
develop, acquire, and maintain the trail system.
Implementing Policies. Trails
711d The Trails Plan (Figure 7.1) designates and generally locates the Regional Trunk Trails
and Primary Community Trails within the Redlands Planning Areas. A Trails Master Plan
should be developed to show all types of trails including Secondary Community Trails and
Connector Trails.
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7.11e Establish guidelines and standards for trails.
711f Establish agreement with public agencies and private entities for development and
maintenance of trails in rights-of-way and utility corridors.
71lg Encourage creation of a non-profit organization to assist in developing and managing
the trails system.
7 I 1 h Seek grants and alternative funding mechanisms for trail development and maintenance.
711 i Consider referring projects to the Parks Commission for review and recommendations of
trails.
711j Coordinate location of trails to relate to neighboring properties.
711k Review new development proposals for compliance with Trails Master Plan and provide
for right-of-way dedication and improvement/development of trails.
7 111 Consider recreational amenities such as rest areas, benches, water facilities, and trial
hitching posts to be incorporated in Master Plan trails.
711 m Locate trail rights-of-way with concern for safety privacy, convenience, preservation of
natural vegetation and topography and work with landowners on development proposals to
incorporate and provide for continuous multi -use trail system.
Policy 7.21v in Section 7.21 Biotic Resources, specifies coordination of trail planning with
habitat and species protection.
711n The trails incorporated in the 1972 General Plan shall continue to exist, as an interim
policy, until the Trail Master Plan is adopted by City Council.
7 11 o Expand street landscape standards to include trail landscape standards.
7.20 Preservation ofNatural Resources
The natural resources for which policies of preservation have been designed include biotic
resources (including vegetation, wildlife, and habitats), water resources, and energy resources.
Preservation of each of these resources will contribute to the preservation of open space within
the Planning Area. Waste management and recycling are also addressed in this section, since
informed consumption can preserve natural resources by preventing overproduction of goods
and by reduction in the production of nonrecyclable materials. In addition, the promotion of the
reuse of recyclable materials can diminish the need for the use of virgin materials, and can aid
in preserving as open space those lands that might otherwise be needed as landfill.
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7.21 Biotic Resources
Prior to European settlement in the San Bernardino Valley, the Santa Ana River channel was
lined with a leafy border of alders, sycamores, cottonwoods, and willows along an alignment
which would now be centered in the Santa Ana Wash. The channel was a dominant landscape
feature which contrasted with the Valley floor beyond, comprised of a series of dry, brush -
covered areas separated by stretches of moist or swampy land. In general, prior to the
introduction of widespread irrigation, which distributed water evenly across the area, the
extreme dry and wet areas were more extensive than they are today
The naturally occurring biotic communities within the Planning Area are principally defined by
the climate, which is typical of Southern California inland areas. Mild winters, low annual
rainfall, and prolonged, dry summers all profoundly influence the vegetative make-up and,
consequently, the wildlife supported bv it. Since the time of European settlement, the vegetation
has been dramatically altered, replaced by urban development and agriculture. Animal
populations that have not been eliminated have been generally diminished, and most species
have been displaced, suffering a loss of range. Remnants of native vegetation, found primarily in
riparian areas, are today interspersed with introduced annual grasses, shrubs, or trees, and
agricultural fields, all of which provide some habitat for remaining animals.
The Redlands Planning Area is fortunate in being surrounded by remnants of past natural
communities, and bv some of the surviving species characteristic of these habitats. Most of these
valued habitats are found along waterways and serve as wildlife corridors in addition to habitat
for the species which grow or dwell within then. To the north, the Santa Ana River Wash and
Mill Creek provide habitat and function as wildlife corridors which connect the Wash and Creek
habitats with the wildlands of the San Bernardino National Forest.
The Grafton Hills, whose slopes are covered primarily with introduced European species,
perform an important role as a physical link between the Santa Ana River -Mill Creek -San
Bernardino Mountains habitats' and the Live Oak -San Timoteo canyons -Badlands area which
frames the southern Planning Area. Wildlife, including larger mammals such as mule deer and
mountain lion, are thought to traverse much of the corridor from the San Bernardino Mountains
to the Badlands, a route they can travel in relative isolation from humans.
San Timoteo and Live Oak canyons each contain remnants of past natural communities of
regional importance. The Badlands, while physically peripheral to the Planning Area, is
ecologically linked with San Timoteo and Live Oak canyons, sharing some of the same vegetative
associations and wildlife. San Timoteo Canyon Creek reconnects with the Santa Ana River west
of the Planning Area, closing the circle which outlines a rough ring of habitat areas and wildlife
corridors around the Planning Area.
.The Zanja (known -keenly as- the "Sankeer)"is a waterway which splinters to the Southwest of Mil1:
Creek's:main- channel -north of -the "Crafton: dills, f -wing through. the -heart of Redlands. In:
.different reaches, the stream" flows ""above and below ground, in- concrete -channels and along:
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natural :bottomed &flannels; and possesses varying vegetation; wildlife, and_ habitat .value4;
Restorationsof the Zanja--along.part`or. alt of its length- would= be._anticipated°to improve its
habitat ualueswhere itftows.abovegroundr TheZdnjajoins with other.: drainages, finallyflowing
into- the ffanta Ana River west=of the.Plarining flrea; (SeeSectton 8 40; Drainage andElooding)
Alttiough<comprehens ive biological: mapping for the Pleini fng.Ake i _has :no/ been; prepared, GP
Figure 7:2 .ant! GF 1701110-.7.3,414w and'defile-areas :of `identifed valued: habitat, :wildlifei
corridors; a idipo:entlal:riparian restoration, as identified by the. State Depgrtment-of Fish.and
-Game-(PPV and loeal_eiivi onnieritalgroups: Generahlocation of special_stdlas,species.;arel
(150 shown,:where information. was availgble;:This:fgureis. not. intended to: serve; as asubsliiute�
for an:onsite biotic resources inventory f r-specife deyelopnientprojects;_liu2:rather a9.a generali
reference suggesting the types of species.. dnd habitats which_ may be present;
Guiding Policies. Biotic Resources
7.21a Minimize disruption of wildlife and valued habitat throughout the Planning Area.
Ranging from "common" to a legal status of Endangered, Redlands' wildlife species and habitats
are valuable biotic resources, among which are several species unique to the region.
Implementing policies designed to achieve their continued viability are specified below
7.21b Preserve, protect, and enhance natural communities of special status.
Eight natural communities of special status have been identified within the Planning Area (1995)
and are shown on GP Figure 7.2. These include Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub, Southern
Coast Live Oak Riparian Forest, Southern Sycamore Alder Riparian Woodland,
GP Figure 7.2, Biotic Resources
GP TABLE 7.3
RARE, THREATENED, OR ENDANGERED SPECIES and SPECIES OF SPECIAL STATUS
WITHIN ADJACENT TO, OR POSSIBLY PRESENT WITHIN THE PLANNING AREA'
Natural Communities
RAFSS Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub
SCLORF Southern Coast Live Oak Riparian Forest
SRS Southern Riparian Scrub
SSARW Southern Sycamore Alder Riparian Woodland
SWS Southern Willow Scrub
CLORF Canyon Live Oak Ravine Forest
SRF Southern Riparian Forest
SCWRF Southern Cottonwood Willow Riparian Forest
Plants
Map ID 2
Nevin's Barberry
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Map ID 3
Map ID 4
Map IDG
Map ID J
Map IDK
Birds
Unknown
Map IDA
Unknown
Map ID B
Unknown
Map ID C
Map ID 1
Unknown
Map ID L
Unknown
Map ID I
Unknown
Unknown
Mammals
Map IDD
Map ID E
Map ID 5
Reptiles
Map ID F
Map ID H
Species without
Planning Area.
Santa Ana River Wooly Star
Slender -horned Spineflower
Payson's Jewelflower
Parish's Bush Mallow
Perry's Spineflower
Black -shouldered Kite
California Gnatcatcher
Western Yellow Billed Cuckoo
Cooper's Hawk
Ferruginous Hawk
Golden Eagle
Least Bell's Vireo
Long-eared Owl
Loggerhead Shrike
Prairie Falcon
Tri -colored Blackbird
Willow Flycatcher
Yellow -breasted chat
Los Angeles Pocket Mouse
Merriam's Kangaroo Rat
Stephen's Kangaroo Rat
Orange -throated Whiptail
San Diego Horned Lizard
Map ID numbers have no known specific location but have been seen within the
Southern Willow
Riparian Forest,
remnants of past
to a number of na
Scrub, Southern Riparian Scrub, Canyon Live Oak Ravine Forest, Southern
and Southern Cottonwood Willow Riparian Forest These communities are
vegetative complexes which were more widely distributed, and provide habitat
tive creatures.
7.21c Recognize the links between biotic resources in discrete locations throughout Redlands.
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Although now divided by roadways and expanses of urban development, the remaining open
space and undeveloped land within the Planning Area was once part of an interlinked regional
ecosystem. The genetic flow between these areas persists, although at a greatly reduced level,
and impacts on any portion of the system will affect the rest of the system. Environmental review
for projects that will replace habitat with other uses should consider the impacts on seemingly
remote sites as part of the cumulative impacts of a project, since study may show that remote
sites are actually linked. The Master Biotic Management Plan is anticipated to document the
ecosystem dynamics of the Planning Area.
7.21d Preserve, protect, and enhance wildlife corridors connecting the San Bernardino
National Forest, Santa Ana River Wash, Crofton Hills, San Timoteo/Live Oak Canyons, the
Badlands, and other open space areas.
Without corridors allowing movement between discrete habitat areas, it is likely that lack of
genetic diversity over time would lead to the smaller isolated habitat areas becoming devoid of
wildlife, or inhabited by individual members of species in a weakened state with little potential
for survival or adaptation. The maintenance and enhancement of these corridors includes
implementation of undercrossings, as specified below in Policy 7.21j General locations of'
known corridors are shown on GP Figure 7.2.
7.21e Preserve, restore, protect, and enhance riparian corridors throughout the Planning Area.
Riparian corridors not only serve as wildlife corridors, but also possess intrinsic habitat value
and aesthetic appeal. Throughout California significant amounts of riparian vegetation have
been lost to urbanization in the last century, although a move towards urban stream restoration
is underway in the State, slowing the losses. Programs include liberating underground streams
and vegetation plans, often coordinated with the provision of streamside trails. Grants are
available through the Department of Water Resources' Urban Stream Restoration Program for
projects which restore or enhance the aesthetic, recreational, fish, and wildlife values of
waterways. Planning Area riparian corridor locations may be included in the Master Biotic
Management Plan.
7.21f Where feasible, landscape public areas using native vegetation.
Native vegetation provides habitat for local species and tends to aid in water conservation, since
native species are drought tolerant or resistant. Public areas include parkways, median strips,
parks, and other City -owned or maintained green spaces. Revision of the City's Oficial Street
Tree List is specified below, in Policy 7.21w.
implementing Policies. Biotic Resources
7.21g Prepare a Master Biotic Management Plan, including an inventory of protected and
common species, and species management plans, where relevant.
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The General Plan specifies a general level of species protection based on available published
information, and where habitats or locations have been mapped. The Plan and related MEA/EIR
provide a point of departure for more detailed, area -specific studies, which could include site
inventories and maps, and may require that consulting biologists perform further study to design
management plans. Additional levels of detail could be provided specifying the hitherto unknown
locations of protected and common species, wildlife corridors, riparian corridors and wetlands,
and documenting the ecosystem dynamics of the Planning Area.
7.21h Require a biological assessment of any proposed project site where species or the habitat
of species defined as sensitive or special status by the Department of Fish and Game or the U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service might be present.
Listings of sensitive and special status species change from year to year but might include birds,
animals, and plants such as the California Gnatcatcher Least Bell's Vireo, San Diego Horned
Lizard, Stephen's Kangaroo Rat, Nevin's Barberry, Parish's Bush Mallow and Payson's
Jewelflower among those special status species thought to be present within the Planning Area
in 1991
7.21i Require that proposed projects adjacent to, surrounding, or containing wetlands, riparian
corridors, or wildlife corridors be subject to a site-specific analysis which will determine the
appropriate size and configuration of a buffer zone.
The size and configuration of the buffer zone should be based on the characteristics and
importance of the wetlands, riparian corridor or wildlife corridor and the proposed project,
and determined in consultation with the Department of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, as appropriate. The purpose of the buffer zone will
be to ensure the long-term viability of the habitat area, and continued presence of wildlife.
7.21j Construct freeway and arterial street undercrossings where necessary after identification
of and as a part of establishment and preservation of wildlife corridors.
To enable wildlife to move freely throughout the Planning Area, undercrossings beneath the
freeway or major thoroughfares may be necessary This is particularly evident between the
Grafton Hills and San Timoteo/Live Oak canyons -Badlands area, which are separated by the I-
10 Freeway Undercrossings should be designed in consultation with biologists who understand
the requirements of the species.
7,211c Enhance and: restore _the Zanja and ;trabutaty- drainages as. riparian corridors, where'
feasible, to,provide.habitat`gs:well as-recreationat and aesthetic=value.
T :.Zanfa :crosses t e -R anriatrg tlreu::anboth- underground__and` aboveground segments; with€
varying habitat. value: Channel restaratt-on with: native veg-etatian would be: expected_to zmprove
habitat:
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721:1 Encourage the .0:S; :Ar»ty Corps::of Engineers -to design "soft'! channel -and sedimentation%
basiasto_providOtabitat as:well_as recreattanal and:aesthetic:value.
A•component. of; thefSantaArita_PPDyieet=is:thecotistrGctipnofa==mile'fang :concrete ckannelfrori4j
San 'Timoteo Canyon to the Sa tta;Ana. Wash: An..alternative -natural'. citannel: _would preserve'
existingwildlife _corridors .and:provide: linear par le; .The ° natural _cha inel..also _ alloivs_inorma
grayndwaterrecharge.
7.21m Work with the Grafton Hills Conservancy to preserve, enhance, and maintain the
Crafton Hills as an ecosystem.
Policy 8.50i within Section 8.50, Health and Safety Element, Geology, Seismicity, and Soils,
specifies preservation of slopes greater than 30 percent as open space. The Conservancy is
committed to habitat preservation in the Crafton Hills, as well as enhancement of open space
and recreational values. The Crafton Hills may be an appropriate target for a vegetation
management or enhancement program, the area contains remnants of past vegetative
associations but is generally covered with introduced species. The cultivation of native species
could enhance habitat value, and might decrease fire risk through the reduction of flammable
grasses.
7.21 n Coordinate open space and habitat preservation in San Timoteo and Live Oak canyons
with Riverside County
Although each is a cohesive geographic area unto itself, politically both San Timoteo and Live
Oak canyons are bisected. Both canyons straddle the boundary between San Bernardino and
Riverside counties. To achieve consistency in neighboring land uses, planning between the
counties and the City of Redlands must be coordinated. Riverside County's Multiple Species
Habitat Conservation Plan conceptually addresses the future of the area just to the south. The
Badlands are proposed for inclusion in a reserve, which would stretch, from the Riverside County
San Bernardino County border south to the San Jacinto Mountains. The proposed reserve
includes upstream portions of San Timoteo Creek, which are identified as providing significant
riparian habitats.
7:21 o Coordinate With the. City of Yucaipa on habitat preservation along Yucaipa Creek and
Live Oak Canyon _thr 0iighoufits length.
Live Oak Canyon contains speciatstatus Southern Coast Live Oak Riparian Forest; as well as.
other habitat values. The Yucaipa sewage treatment- plant, upstream of Live Oak Canyon, is
currently reteasing,treated wastewater into• Yucaipa Creek, which contributes to the preservation
Of Live: Oak Canyon's -verdant. -habitat areas, -Tier& is some indication that Yucaipa -may in the
near future engage in-a:greater Water recycling effort, and the San Bernardino Valley Municipal
Water District notes that, if successfid, this: effort would be expected to diminish .outflows;
through Live Oak and San Timoteo canyons, Reduced flows. could' -have habitat impacts.
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7.21p Work with the developers, biologists, and residents to implement the Sunset Hills Deer
Management Plan in San Timoteo and Live Oak Canyon areas.
As a mitigation measure for approval of the Southeast Area Plan, preparation and
implementation of a deer management plan was specified. The Sunset Hills Deer Management
Plan was drafted to fulfill part of this requirement. Three conditions are described for retention
of deer use within the Sunset Hills development: the Badlands deer population must persist into
the indefinite future, deer must have suitable access to the area, and suitable deer habitat must
be present within the development. These requirements suggest that the City should coordinate
with Riverside County on land use within the Badlands, should identify and maintain wildlife
corridors for deer movement, and should review development plans carefully to ensure that
adequate open space within project areas is preserved.
:7l2iq _Support.the US: Ar try Gor.ps.of Etigirtgers'-efforts_.ro.-establish::dpreseri* for the Santa;
Ana River .Wooly;.Slar as mitigation for habitat artticrpated tot.e.lost: as a result •of eortstrteciton-
of the Sevett Oaks Dam, and work with concerned agencies and-orgat nations to -preserve the
'speetes° iri: the :Plaittifng Aced:
Construction of the:Seven:Oaks Ilam is expected to'reduee.Wooty Star>hahitat; which. isseattered
-throughout. the: S'aitta A:nai:River Wash. MaytkonmeittakrkyieW documents.prepared foe -the- Seven:
;Oaks Dam:proteetidenttf ed several sites_in the Wash north, of Redlands that may be suitable for
;the establishment of a Wooly Star preserve: This silver-grey plaittwith_its. charaeteristtcstar-
shaped flowers is tine ue -to_ the area, and is : considered' Endangei:ed by 'Both: the: State and
.Feral governments.
7.21r Work with eoneerne ageneses -and .orgatttzationsto preserve _the :Slender -horned:
Spineflower
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The=Sphnefower.ts: considered=a Federa :and=State Ercdangered Sgectes; wliase rematnmg..known:
populations within the Planning.Area are:cluste"red. around .Orange Street .north of Redlands,
within the Santa Aria -River Wash; According_ (0: he Scop"ing.Project.fora the._Santa Ana::River
Resource Management plan.(A"ugust 088), therehas never Been, a- eareful:and_thor_ough survey
of the distrihution.of the SpineJtower
7.21s Coordinate aggregate resource extraction with habitat preservation and protection of
plant and animal species.
Policy 7 42b specifies preparation and assured implementation of a rehabilitation plan for
aggregate extraction as a condition of approval of mining. The rehabilitation plan should
address protection of biotic resouces.
7.21t Evaluate the habitat value of agricultural fields and groves prior to conversion to other
uses, if habitat value is significant, consider a development plan which incorporates open space
uses of similar value.
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Although agricultural fields and groves are not 'native" habitat, their structure and composition
may mimic certain natural environments, some of which have been greatly reduced in area over
the last century A variety of displaced species thus forage or nest in these areas. For example,
raptors, some of which are species of special status, are thought to hunt in agricultural fields,
and Mule Deer and other mammals may browse in or pass through orchards.
7.21 u Make information available to residents concerning the presence and condition of special
status species.
Without a larger perspective, individuals may not understand that their actions can jeopardize
the condition of a plant or animal species. For example, one of the greatest threats to the San
Diego Horned Lizard a special status species known commonly as a 'horned toad' is
confinement by humans, benignly intending to keep the creature as a pet. A public information
campaign could consist of informational handouts made available at City offices or through the
County Museum.
7.21v Coordinate trails with preservation of habitat and protection of species sensitive to
human intrusion.
Trails policies are specified in Section 711 and Policy 7.11m emphasizes a concern for
preservation of natural vegetation and topography The open space values which are attractive
to trails users are often a result of the presence of wildlife and native vegetation, both of which
may be sensitive to human disturbance. Planning for both values will ensure compatibility
7.21w Expand the City's Official Street Tree List to incorporate native trees.
The current Official Street Tree List includes a number of species from the Eastern United
States, Asia, South America, the Pacific Islands, and the Mediterranean. Only a few species,
including the California Fan Palm, Knobcone Pine, and Modesto Ash are indigenous to the
Western United States. As noted above in Policy 7.21f, native trees tend to tolerate drought, need
less water than introduced species, and have a higher habitat value for native wildlife.
7.21x Explore opportunities to have nature displays along the Santa Ana River in conjunction
with trails to provide environmental and habitat information.
7.22 Water Supply and Conservation
Entitlement to local water supplies includes surface water from Mill Creek and the Santa Ana
River and groundwater from wells throughout the Planning Area. As described in Section 8.20,
contamination restricts the amount of groundwater available for potable use without treatment.
Imported State Water Project (SWP) water is potentially available, although it is more costly
than local sources and, as a regional political issue, is subject to continuing debate. Continued
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use of SWP Water will in time degrade water quality within the basin and create problems with
wastewater discharge. The southeast portions of the City are served by Western Heights Water
Company
The long-term water supply for the City and for the region is not secured. An updated City
of Redlands Water Master Plan will examine the long-term demand for and availability of local
ground and surface waters and SWP supplies. Cumulative development in Southern California
has far exceeded the availability of local water supplies, and has increased reliance on imported
water The availability of SWP water over the long-term depends in part on environmental and
political variables which are not under the City of Redlands' direct control. Conservation and
cooperation on a regional basis will be the key to the future quality of life.
In 1991 the fifth consecutive year of lower -than -normal rainfall in California, municipalities
throughout the State implemented water conservation programs. Conservation measures, such as
those described in Ordinance No. 2151, Water Conservation Plan, are intended to decrease
consumption and allow existing water resources to go further While many voluntary
conservation measures depend on changes in individual behavior larger organized efforts
backed by investment such as construction of infrastructure to facilitate the use of reclaimed
wastewater and non potable water for irrigation of landscaping and agriculture can lead to
substantial conservation of water resources.
Guiding Policy Water Supply and Conservation
7.22a Minimize dependence on imported water by increasing entitlement in local surface
sources, using wise groundwater management practices, conservation measures, and the use of
reclaimed wastewater and nonpotable water for irrigation of landscaping and agriculture, where
feasible.
The availability of imported State Water Project water over the long -teen depends in part on
environmental and political variables which are not under the City of Redlands' direct control.
To ensure water service to all parts of the Planning Area, an emphasis must be placed on the use
of local water supplies.
7.22b The City of Redlands overlies a portion of the Bunker Hill Groundwater Basin. This
Basin contains in excess of 3 million acre feet of water This local supply source must be cleaned
up, used to its full potential, and protected from outside interests. This requires the cooperation
of all agencies within the Basin.
7.22c The City of Redlands recognizes that the water sources that constitute the water supply of
the City of Redlands are a limited and renewable resource subject to increasing demands, that
the conservation and efficient use of urban water supplies are of statewide concern, but that
planning for that use and the implementation of those plans can best be accomplished at the
local level.
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7.22d The City of Redlands believes it is in the best interest of its citizens to conserve the
highest quality of water reasonably available to it for domestic use. Effort by its water users to
achieve water conservation and efficient use of water will produce a sustainable lifestyle
consistent with Redlands' unique heritage and community goals.
Implementing Policies. Water Supply and Conservation
7.22e Update the City of Redlands' Water Master Plan, including an assessment of regional
demand and availability of water resources through buildout, and a comprehensive groundwater
management program.
The City's 1981 Water Master Plan, updated in 1984, needs revision as a result of recent and
planned population growth and development. The Water Master Plan assumed a population of
about 80,000 in Redlands in the year 2000. Current 1995 City population is about 67 000. The
Water Master Plan should include a component which studies groundwater issues and
implements a comprehensive groundwater management program, as recommended by the
Redlands 2000 report.
7.22f If the City's updated Water Master Plan shows water supply to be inadequate, increase
supply and reduce demand or curtail development until adequate supplies are secured.
Priority would be given to increasing water supply and reducing water demand. Restrictions
could be universal, with no new service connections throughout the Planning Area, or
restrictions could be area -specific, to prevent costly infrastructure expansion and discourage
growth in yet -unserved areas, until new supplies are developed.
7.22g Work with the Bear Valley Mutual Water Company, San Bernardino Valley Municipal
Water District, and Western Heights Water Company to implement water conservation measures
as specified in Redlands' Water Conservation Plan, Ordinance No. 2151
An April 1991 resolution adopted by the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District
(SBVMWD) requires Redlands and other District customers to establish and maintain a water
conservation program as a prerequisite to continued use of State Water Project water Redlands
Water Conservation Plan, Ordinance No. 2151 was adopted pursuant to City's Urban Water
Management Plan and State laws. The ordinance contains four stages of conservation, from
voluntary conservation measures to different levels of mandatory compliance. The use of
reclaimed wastewater is indirectly encouraged by exempting the use of reclaimed wastewater for
golf course irrigation from irrigation restrictions. The most extreme stage of the Water
Conservation Plan prohibits the issuance of new service connections and meters.
7.22h Coordinate with the Western Heights Water Company, East Valley Resource
Conservation District, and SBVMWD to educate the public and encourage participation in
voluntary water conservation measures.
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The availability of information and a sense of participation in a larger cooperative effort can
lead to significant changes in individual behavior
5.3.3 Emergency Services
GENERAL SITUATION
Floods are generally classed as either slow -rise or flash floods. Slow -rise floods may be
preceded by a warning time lasting from hours, to days, or possibly weeks. Evacuation and
sandbagging for a slow rise flood may lessen flood related damage. Conversely flash floods are
the most difficult to prepare for due to the extremely short warning time, if available at all. Flash
flood warnings usually require immediate evacuation within the hour. On some occasions in the
desert areas, adequate warning may be impossible.
Once flooding begins, personnel will be needed to assist in rescuing persons trapped by flood
waters, securing utilities, cordoning off flood areas, and controlling traffic. These actions may
overtax local agencies, and additional personnel and resources may be required. It is anticipated
that existing mutual aid resources would be used as necessary to augment local resources.
SPECIFIC SITUATION
Areas subject to flooding in Redlands are adjacent to the Santa Ana River that borders the city on
the north. The City of Redlands Department of Public Works monitors this river and most likely
will afford a degree of advances warning for emergency responders.
The topography of the City varies. Areas subject to flooding drain either naturally into flood
controls, rivers, washes or creeks. Most can handle normal flows.
EMERGENCY READINESS STAGES
Flood in the special risk areas can occur rapidly or slowly depending on the heaviness and
severity of rainfall. Emergency preparedness will be based on four stages of response actions.
STAGE 1 (Watch Stage)
Light to moderate rain
STAGE II
Moderate to heavy rain
City Manager's Office notified. Operational assignment will be based on City Manager's
decision as to hazard.
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STAGE III
Continuation of heavy rain. High threat of damage.
City Manager/Director of Emergency Service /in charge and Emergency Services
Battalion Chief notified.
STAGE IV
Emergency operations. Threat to private property City Manager advised. Limited local
emergency declared.
STAGE V
Heavy damage potential beyond City control. Local emergency declared.
STAGE VI
Damage beyond local resources. Governor's declaration. State of Emergency
STAGE VII
Damage beyond State resources. Presidential declaration.
EVACUATION ROUTES
It is expected that all major streets will be open. As such, evacuation should be easily facilitated.
Other pertinent information relating to evacuation operations are in Part Two, Operations
Section.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIONS
Emergency response actions applicable to all common hazards are presented in the Checklist
Actions in Part Two of this Plan.
Attachment 1 Flood Hazard Map (CPG -16a)
FLOODING SANTA ANA RIVER BASIN
BACKGROUND
The 3,200 square mile Santa Ana River Basin contains the largest river system in southern
California. Bounding the basin on the north is the Mojave River Basin; on the east, the
Whitewater River Basin, and on the south, the Santa Margarita River Basin. The Santa Ana
Mountains and Chino Hills bisect the drainage area separating the upper and lower basin. In the
upper basin, in San Bernardino and Riverside counties, mountains and hills occupy about 1,100
square miles, with elevations ranging from 11 485 feet at San Gorgonio Mountain and 10,804
feet at San Jacinto Peak to 4,680 feet at Santiago Peak. In the lower basin, in Orange County
the high Santa Ana Mountains (over 5,000 feet) stand in sharp contrast to the lower rolling Chino
Hills (1 780 feet). The valley in the lower basin occupies about 1,300 square miles and the
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coastal plain about 70 square miles. The relatively flat coastal plan areas are mainly committed
to urban use, and any remaining open spaces are few in number and small in size. Despite the
relatively low agricultural productivity of native soils, the optimal climatic conditions and
extensive irrigation and fertilization practices encourage high agricultural production in the
region.
None of the segments of the Santa Ana River are considered to be wild or scenic Rivers.
The Santa Ana River and its tributaries drain the southern portions of the eastern San Gabriel
Mountains and the southern region of the San Bernardino Mountains. From the headwaters near
Big Bear Lake in the San Bernardino Mountains, the flows descend into the San Bernardino
valley and recharge the largest underground water basin in the region, the Upper Santa Ana
River Basin. The Redlands area belongs to the Santa Ana Watershed. From its origin in the San
Bernardino Mountains the rivers flows through the northern part of Redlands to the Prado Dam
and Reservoir in Corona, the Santa Ana River mostly follows a natural course progressively
wide and rocky sandy and narrow and wide and shallow Between San Bernardino and
Riverside, the river course is partly controlled by levees to protect suburban, industrial and other
land uses.
Floods are part of the history of the Santa Ana River. These floods occurred in magnitude
incomprehensible to those who have not witnessed their destruction. Little information exists
regarding the magnitude of floods prior to 1850. Recorded data from 1897 to the present shows
that medium to large winter floods occurred in 1903 1910, 1914 1916, 1921 1922, 1927 1938,
1943, 1965, 1966, 1969 1976, and 1980. Although not much information is available on the
flood of 1862, evidence suggests that after 15 days of continuous rain this flood broke loose from
the Santa Ana River on January 22 and brought destruction and desolation to everything in its
path. The floodEs peak discharge was estimated in recent decades, on the basis of historical
notations on highest water levels, at 327,000 cubic feet per second at Riverside Narrows.
The largest recorded flood in the 20th century in the Santa Ana River occurred in March 1938. It
was about a 40 -year frequency flood.
The next major flood on the Santa Ana River was in January and February 1969 This flood
transpired after the last of a series of storms, which climaxed more than a month of extremely
heavy recurring rainfall. The rains were heaviest in the mountains where one station reported
more than 10 inches of rain. The peak discharge of runoff reached 36,000 cubic feet per second
at Riverside Narrows. Flooding in 1969 led to the declaration of San Bernardino as a National
Disaster Area. This was a 40 year frequency flood. Damages from this flood were greater than
the 1938 flood, mainly due to increased development.
GENERAL SITUATION
The completed Seven Oaks Dam is a single purpose flood control project constructed by the U
S. Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District. The project is located on the Santa Ana
River in the upper Santa Ana Canyon about 8 miles (13 km) northeast of the City of Redlands, in
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San Bernardino County Authorization for the project is contained in the Water Resources
Development Act of 1986. The dam is built to withstand an 8.0 magnitude (8M) earthquake.
The project is planned to operate in tandem with Prado Dam, also located on the Santa Ana River
40.3 miles downstream, to provide flood protection to Orange County During the early part of
each flood season, runoff will be stored behind the dam in order to build a debris pool to protect
the outlet works Small releases will be made on a continual basis in order to maintain the
downstream water supply During a flood, Seven Oaks Dam will store water destined for Prado
Dam for as long as the reservoir pool at Prado Dam is rising. When the flood threat at Prado
Dam has passed, Seven Oaks will begin to release its stored flood water at a rate which does not
exceed the downstream channel capacity At the end of each flood season, the reservoir at Seven
Oaks will be gradually drained and the Santa Ana River will flow through the project
unhindered. The effect of the dam will only minimize the 200 year flood in Redlands.
COUNTY RESPONSE
The Department of Public Works Emergency Response Plan involves numerous stages of
response for affected County Departments, cities and agencies. Prioritized warning and alerting
stages will be activated according to established procedures.
EVACUATION ROUTES
Other pertinent information relating to evacuation operations are in Part Two, Operations
Section.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIONS
Emergency response actions applicable to all common hazards are presented in the Checklist
Actions in Part Two of this Plan.
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GENERAL SITUATION
Portions of the City of Redlands are prone to urban flooding, also sometimes referred to as
ponding, due to debris accumulation on storm drains and in flood control channels, over
burdened pumping stations and drainage systems. Low-lying areas of the City are particularly
susceptible to urban flooding.
Flood control channels are at risk of overflowing their banks during tunes of heavy rainfall and
reservoir water release, specifically the Zanja Canal which runs east to west through the length of
City and the Santa Ana River, which runs along the north side of the City The County of San
Bernardino Flood Control is responsible for notifying the City at the onset of planned water
releases.
SPECIFIC SITUATION
There are several locations in the City of Redlands where urban flooding could occur. Each of
these locations has either the Zanja or channels and culverts which is adequate to address drain
runoff. In the event one of these locations is unable to handle the cubic feet per second, urban
flooding would occur at low within the downtown business district, Redlands Blvd. And several
primary intersections within the city The problem areas are considered to be a hazard only to
their specific location and are not expected to threaten or endanger the lives of persons in the
surrounding areas. The locations are:
• Central Avenue and 9th street channel overpass
El University and Sylvan channel overpass
O Judson and Citrus Avenue
E Dearborn Street channel overpass
Health hazards could present themselves to residential dwellings and businesses in the affected
areas if proper flood clean-up actions are not conducted immediately Contamination due to
flooded sewage systems poses the greatest risk to health and safety of persons in the affected
areas.
EMERGENCY READINESS STAGES
Flooding in the identified risk areas can occur rapidly or slowly depending on the heaviness and
severity of rainfall. Emergency preparedness will be based on four stages of response actions.
Stage I (Watch Stage)
Light to moderate rain for indefinite period. All field units (Public Works, Police, Fire
Depts. etc.) are to review their procedures for flood incidents.
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Stage II
Moderate to heavy rain expected for next four (4) to six (6) hours. Public information on
location of sand bags, sand and flood clean-ups kits to be prepared and distributed to
appropriate depaiti lents, activation of City Flood Response Teams, activation of City
Emergency Communications Group.
Stage I1I (Advisory Stage)
Continuation of heavy rain over next six (6) to twelve (12) hours. Identified risk areas
should be closed to traffic. Public information to be distributed to residents and businesses
in affected areas by all available field units, Flood Response Teams coordinate sandbag
distribution plan for business district.
Stage IV
Safety/Health threat to private property and persons. Areas should be evacuated should
flooding constitute a safety or health hazard.
EVACUATION ROUTES
It is expected that most streets will remain open. Should it become necessary evacuations
should be easily facilitated. Other pertinent information relating to evacuation operations are in
Part Two, Operations Section.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIONS
Emergency response actions applicable to all common hazards are presented in the Checklist
Actions in Part Two of this Plan.
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DAM FAILURE
GENERAL SITUATION
Dam failures can result from a number of natural or manmade causes such as earthquakes,
erosion of the face or foundation, improper sitting, rapidly rising flood waters, and
structural/design flaws.
There are three general types of dams: earth and rock fill, concrete arch or hydraulic fill, and
concrete gravity Each of these types of dams has different failure characteristics. The
earth/rock fill dam will fail gradually due to erosion of the breach; a flood wave will build
gradually to a peak and then decline until the reservoir is empty A concrete arch of hydraulic
fill dam will fail almost instantaneously thus a very rapid build-up to a peak and then a gradual
decline. A concrete gravity dam will fail somewhere in between instantaneous and gradual, with
corresponding build-up of flood wave.
In addition to the above mentioned characteristics, warning ability is generally determined by the
frequency of inspections for structural integrity the flood wave arrival time (the time it takes for
the flood wave to reach its maximum distance of inundation), or the ability to notify persons
downstream and their ability to evacuate.
The existence and frequency of updating and exercising an evacuation plan that is site-specific
assists in warning and evacuation functions.
A dam failure will cause loss of life, damage to property and other ensuing hazards, as well as
the displacement of persons residing in the inundation path. Damage to electric generating
facilities and transmission lines could also impact life support systems in communities outside
the immediate hazard areas.
A catastrophic dam failure, depending on size of dam and population downstream, could exceed
the response capability of local communities. Damage control and disaster relief support would
be required from other local governmental and private organizations, and from the state and
federal governments.
Mass evacuations of the inundation areas would be essential to save lives. If warning time
should permit. Extensive search and rescue operations may be required to assist trapped or
injured persons. Emergency medical care, flood, and temporary shelter would be required for
injured or displaced persons. Identification and burial of many dead persons would pose difficult
problems; public health would be a major concern. Many families would be separated,
particularly if the failure should occur during working hours, and a personal inquiry or locator
system would be essential.
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These and other emergency operations could be seriously hampered by the loss of
communications, damage to transportation routes, and the disruption of public utilities and other
essential services.
Government assistance could be required and may continue for an extended period. These
efforts would be required to remove debris and clear roadways, demolish unsafe structures, assist
in re-establishing public services and utilities, and provide continuing care and welfare for the
affected population including, as required, temporary housing for displaced persons.
SPECIFIC SITUATION
There are two dams close to, and one wash in the City of Redlands with known populations in
their respective inundation areas. They are: the Big Bear Dam, the Seven Oaks Dam, and the
Santa Ana Wash.
Of prime concern is the failure of the Big Bear and Seven Oaks Dam. The Big Bear facility is
owned by the Bear Valley Municipal Water District. The flood waters from these bodies of
water would affect northeast Redlands and, if failure or flooding should occur, could inundate
portions of the city
Only Big Bear Dam has concrete face to prevent wash action. Big Bear Lake could contain a
maximum of 74,260 acre feet of water. It has 2 to 3 feet of freeboard and its spill elevation is 70
INFORMATION ABOUT THE DAM SITES
Note: Description of inundation boundaries are general in nature and do not allow for recent
construction or grading.
Description. Big Bear Dam #1003-003
Dam Owner Bear Valley Mun. Water Natl. ID CA00798
Emer Contact: Couen Cowenberg Ph #• 909-275-1277
Downstream Dams:
Stream. Year retrofitted. 1994
Type: Concrete Crest elevation: 6146.0
Storage: 74,260 acre feet Crest length:
Drainage area: Height: 72 ft
T/B 13/D/6 Lat Lon
Description. Seven Oaks Contract #DACW-09-94-C-0021
Dam Owner Bear Valley Mun. Water Natl. ID CA00802
Emer Contact: DeDee Ph #• 909-794-6860
Downstream dams: None
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Stream: Santa Ana River Year completed: 1999
Type: Earth Crest elevation: 2610.0
Storage: 145,600 acre feet Crest length: 2630
Drainage area. 177 sq. miles Height: 550 ft
T/B 14/B/3
Lat 1743500 Lon 711,000
Downstream dams: None
EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIONS
Emergency response actions applicable to all common hazards are presented in the Checklist
Actions in Part Two of this Plan.
EVACUATION ROUTES
Pertinent information relating to evacuation operations are included in Part Two, Operations
Section.
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NOTES ABOUT THE INUNDATION AREA INFORMATION
Note 1. "Key Facilities' are those facilities which are essential to public safety such as police
and/or fire stations, public utility buildings, etc.
Note 2: "Unique Facilities" are those facilities whose population could require relocation,
such as schools, medical and/or correctional facilities, etc.
Note 3: All telephone numbers are 909 area code unless otherwise indicated.
Note 4 Estimated population densities for areas affected by potential dam inundation:
Urban 3100/square mile
Suburban 2000/square mile
Rural 500/square mile
Open Areas 50/square mile
Note 5: Descriptions of arrival times and potential impact of the flood wave are general in
nature and are in no way meant to be specific for any areas. The subjective analysis
is based on information provided on the respective inundation maps and does not
allow for subsequent construction or grading. Peak flows and times, flood times and
de -flood times were not consistently provided for all sites. Therefore specific damage
analysis is considered beyond the purview of this document. Times are expressed in
total minutes since dam failure (T+xx).
NOTES ABOUT RESPONSE ACTIVITIES INFORMATION
Note 1. Because of the potential for significant variations in the traffic patterns on the road
system, the direction of travel for the evacuation routes will be determined at the time
of an event.
Note 2: It is the intention of the San Bernardino County Chapter of the American Red Cross
to make use of available public school facilities in the event shelters are needed.
Facility capacities will be determined by the high school facility and coordinated with
the American Red Cross at time of need.
Note 3• For County support of Imminent/Actual Dam Failure operations, refer to Part One,
of the County Plan.
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SEVEN OAKS DAM
Note:Description of inundation boundaries are general in nature and do not allow for recent
construction or grading.
Description:
Dam Owner
Emer Contact:
Downstream dams:
Seven Oaks
Bear Valley Mun. Water
DeDee
None
Stream: Santa Ana River
Type: Earth
Storage: 145,600 acre feet
Drainage area: 177 sq. miles
T/B I4/B/3
Lat 1743500 Lon
Downstream dams: None
Contract #DACW-09-94-C-0021
Natl. ID CA00802
Ph #•909-794-6860
Year completed.
Crest elevation:
Crest length:
Height: 550 ft
711,000
1999
2610.0
2630
Inundation Area Description
Failure of Seven Oaks dam will flow across the Santa Ana River to the north of Redlands.
Pioneer Avenue at Judson, Church and Orange will receive heavy flooding. Inundation passes
under Orange Street, the 30 Freeway and Alabama surface crossing will be catastrophic. The
line proceeds directly west to cause destruction of the City of Redlands Landfill located directly
next to the Santa Ana River
Estimated Number of People Threatened: 3000
Names, Addresses, and Phone Numbers of Key Facilities Affected
City Fire Station #263
2 West Pennsylvania
Names, Addresses, and Phone Numbers of Unique Facilities Affected
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter -Day Saints
1021 East Pioneer
798-7696
1st Ward
307 1503
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Description of Warning Activation
Warning will depend on the type of failure. The Seven Oaks Dam normally contains little or no
water. Failure under these conditions would not cause any inundation problems. If heavy rains
have caused the Dam to be at or near capacity then affected areas would be advised of any
pending problems via the print and broadcast media. With a heightened level of concern,
Redlands Police and Fire Departments would conduct neighborhood notifications.
List of Traffic Control Points and the Responsible Agencies
Redlands Police Department:
Pioneer at Church
Pioneer at Orange Madison
Pioneer at Judson
Pioneer at Texas
Sylvan at Judson
Citrus at Judson
Sylvan at Cook
Citrus and Cook
University at Sylvan
Church at Central
8th at Central
List of Area Security Barricade Locations and Responsible Agencies
City of Redlands
1270 West Park Avenue 798-7655
Mass Care Facility Locations
Arlington High School
2951 Jackson
1 Redlands High School
840 East Citrus Ave.
(909) 307-5500
3. Cope Middle School
1000 West Cypress Ave.
(909) 307-5420
5 Orangewood High School
515 Texas St.
(909) 307-5380
7 Franklin Elementary School
850 East Colton Ave.
(909) 307-5530
TB 715/B/7
788-7240
2. Redlands East Valley High School
31000 Colton Ave
(909) 307 5500
4 Moore Middle School
1550 East Highland Ave.
(909) 307 5440
6. Lugonia Elementary School
202 East Pennsylvania Ave.
(909) 307 5560
8. Kingsbury Elementary School
600 Cajon St.
(909) 307 5550
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9 Smiley Elementary School 10. McKinley Elementary School
1210 West Cypress Ave. 645 West Olive Ave.
(909) 307-5580 (909) 307 5570
11 Crafton Elementary School
311 North Wabash
(909) 794-8600
13. Kimberly Elementary School
301 West South
(909) 307 5540
12. Mariposa Elementary School
30800 Palo Alto Dr.
(909) 794-8620
14. Mentone Elementary School
1320 Crafton Ave.
(909) 794-8610
15 Clement Middle School
501 East Pennsylvania Ave
(909) 307 5400
Description of Any Special Search and Rescue Consideration
None projected.
5.3 4 Structural Projects
Structural projects have been exhaustively described in previous sections of this document,
specifically in Section 5.1, Community Capability Assessment.
5.3.5 Public Information
The strong Nexus for Redlands' flood programs is described in the Goals Section of this Plan,
specifically in Section 5.2, Mitigation Goals,
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SECTION 6
ACTION PLAN
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Section 6 — Action Plan
h. Draft an action plan (Maximum credit: 60 points). The action plan specifies those activities
appropriate to the community's resources, flood hazard, and vulnerable properties. For each
recommendation, the action plan must identify who does what, when it will be done, and how it
will be financed.
The credit for this step is based on what is included in the action plan. Credit is provided for a
recommendation on floodplain regulations, provided it recommends a regulatory standard that
exceeds the minimum requirements of the NFIP
1 10, if the action plan includes recommendations for activities from two of the six
categories credited in step 511.g.
2. 20, if the action plan includes recommendations for activities from three of the six
categories credited in step 511.g
3 30, if the action plan includes recommendations for activities from four of the six
categories credited in step 511.g.
4 40, if the action plan includes recommendations for activities from five of the six
categories credited in step 511.g.
5 10 additional points are provided if the action plan establishes post -disaster mitigation
policies and procedures.
6. 10 additional points are provided if the action plan's recommended natural resource
protection activities include the recommendations from its community -wide Habitat
Conservation Plan. This credit is subject to acceptance of the plan by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service or the National Marine Fisheries Service.
SUB-TOTA L POINTS
This section identifies the Proposed Projects in the community
The prioritization of all the mitigation projects was accomplished through meetings with the
Local Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee based on findings and recommendations from
Department Head staff level of the City of Redlands, the San Bernardino County Flood Control
District, and the Planning Department level staff, and representatives of the San Bernardino
County Fire Office of Emergency Services, Redlands Unified School District, and the University
of Redlands.
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The mitigation action/projects were prioritized based on the following:
• Availability of Grant Funding
• Projected Development Impact Fees
• General Fund Resources
• Any potential future legislation.
6.1 Structural.
Flood Mitigation No. 1. Crafton Detention Basin
Public Works Department project proposes a land acquisition of a 38 -acre parcel located on the
north side of Colton Avenue between Walnut and Opal Streets and construction of a detention
basin to provide protection in the 100 -year flood zone.
• Status:
• Completion Date:
• Local Priority:
• Longitude/Latitude:
• Total Cost:
• Funding Description:
Proposed
N/A
High
117 166626/34.016094
$25 Million
County Flood Control Zone 3 Funding
Flood Mitigation No. 2: Regional Drain System
This public works department project proposes to construct an adequate sized storm regional
drain system, approximately 7,500 feet in length in the reserve storm drain easement area parallel
to an area north of Redlands Boulevard through downtown Redlands to handle a minimum of a
100 -year storm. This storm drain system shall include all appurtenant structures to mitigate
street and local flooding.
• Status:
• Completion Date:
• Local Priority
• Longitude/Latitude:
• Total Cost:
• Funding Description.
Proposed
N/A
High
117 166626/34 016094
$1.5 Million
County Flood Control Zone 3 Funding
Redlands Redevelopment Agency
Development Impact Fees
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Flood Mitigation No. 3: City Creek at Alabama Street
This public works department project proposes to provide multi -jurisdictional support to the
cities of San Bernardino and Highland, and to the County San Bernardino to design and construct
an all-weather crossing (bridge) on Alabama Street at the City Creek.
• Status:
• Completion Date:
• Local Priority
• Longitude/Latitude:
• Total Cost:
• Funding Description.
Proposed
N/A
High
$12 Million
Federal Highway Administration Funds.
HBRR Funds
Other significant financial support systems.
Flood Mitigation No. 4. Storm Drain Construction Project
This public works department project proposes to construct an adequate sized storm drain
system, approximately 3,000 feet in length in Church Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and
the Santa Ana River, to handle a minimum of a 50 -year storm. Said storm drain system shall
include all appurtenant structures to mitigate street and local flooding.
• Status:
• Completion Date:
• Local Priority
• Longitude/Latitude:
• Total Cost:
• Funding Description:
Proposed
N/A
Med
$3 Million
No Local Funding Source Available.
Flood Mitigation No. 5: Storm Drain Construction Project
This public works department project proposes to construct an adequate sized storm drain
system, approximately 7,000 feet in length in Judson Street between Brockton Avenue and the
Santa Ana River, to handle a minimum of a 50 -year storm. Said storm drain system shall include
all appurtenant structures to mitigate street and local flooding.
• Status:
• Completion Date:
• Local Priority
• Longitude/Latitude:
• Total Cost:
• Funding Description.
Proposed
N/A
Med
$3 Million
No Local Funding Source Available.
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Flood Mitigation No. 6: Storm Drain Construction Project
This public works department project proposes to construct an adequate sized storm regional
drain system, approximately 11,000 feet in length in Lugonia Avenue between Alabama Street
and the Mission Channel, to handle a minimum of a 50 -year storm. Said storm drain system
shall include all appurtenant structures to mitigate street and local flooding.
• Status: Proposed
• Completion Date: N/A
• Local Priority Med
• Longitude/Latitude:
• Total Cost: $4.3 Million
• Funding Description: No Local Funding Source Available.
Flood Mitigation No. 7 San Timoteo Canyon
This public works department project proposes to construct infrastructure improvements,
including but not limited to, shoulder widening, ditches, culverts and berms along the entire
length of roadway within City of Redlands City Limits to mitigate impacts of floodwater over
San Timoteo Canyon Road.
• Status: Proposed
• Completion Date: N/A
• Local Priority High
• Longitude/Latitude: 117 1051.362350/34.042.488336
• Total Cost: $2.5 Million
• Funding Description: Federal Highway Administration Funds
6.2 National Flood Insurance Program/Community Rating System
Flood Mitigation No. 1 NFIP/CRS This program is currently in process.
Encourage citizen property owners to secure flood insurance, and from a community standpoint,
to qualify for premium reductions from the National Flood Insurance Program/Community
Rating System (CRS) in support of the City's participation in The National Flood Insurance
Program. All Development Departments.
6.3 Public Education
Flood Mitigation No 2. Public Education This effort is currently in
process.
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This Fire department project continues multihazard public education programs through the Pre
disaster Mitigation Grant received from FEMA.
• Annually publicize map information to community Building and Safety Department
• Conduct Outreach Projects. Redlands Fire Department
• Community -wide flood safety publications
■ Notices to property owners in Special Flood Hazard Areas
• Develop annual event, e.g. `Flood Awareness Week'
Public Information Program that:
• Describes the local flood hazard;
• Explains flood safety.
• Basic facts about flood insurance;
• Property protection measures;
• Natural and beneficial floodplain functions;
• Map of the local flood hazard;
• Flood warning system information,
• Floodplain development permit requirements;
• Substantial improvement requirements;
• Drainage system maintenance;
• Flood threat recognition system
• Planning, Codes and Standards: Community Development Department
■ Develop higher regulatory standards;
■ Improve access, quality and/or ease of updating flood and FIRM data
(e.g. Geographic Information System or other digitized mapping system or
a database management program for parcel records);
• Floodplain Management Planning (CRS);
■ Flood Protection planning to protect to more than the 25 -year flood level;
• Drainage system maintenance program,
• Promote levee safety per 44 CFR 65 10.
• Public Information Activities: All Development Departments, A. K. Smiley Library
• Map Information
• Outreach projects
• Real estate disclosure
• Library
• Technical assistance
• Environmental education
• Non-structural. Building and Safety Department
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Promote retrofit of buildings so that they suffer no or minimal damage
when flooded, e.g. elevating buildings above flood levels;
• Construct small flood control projects that keep flood waters from
reaching the buildings or lower the level of flood waters, e.g. barriers,
channel modifications, diversions, storm sewer improvements; small
reservoirs including retention and detention basins.
• Emergency Services Measures: Redlands Fire Department
• Flood warning
Flood response
Critical facilities protection
• Health and safety maintenance
6.4 Mitigation Action/Projects of the Redlands Unified School District
As a Multi -Jurisdictional Partner of the City of Redlands Local Hazard Mitigation
Committee, the Redlands Unified School District has a broad spectrum of on-going and
proposed mitigation action/projects for all facilities within the School District. Their
goals and projects were developed for mitigation of fires, flood and earthquake disasters.
The following document hyperlinked below identifies in detail all proposed mitigation
measures for the City of Redlands Unified School District, and the methodology of each,
including funding source.
• Associated Files
FileTitle: RUSD Mitigation Spreadsheet
File Description. This file lists all proposed mitigation measures for the Redlands
Unified School District.
Uploaded. 7/27/2004
6.5 Mitigation Actions/University of Redlands
As a Multi -Jurisdictional Partner of the City of Redlands Local Hazard Mitigation
Committee, the University of Redlands has a broad spectrum of on-going and proposed
mitigation action/projects for all facilities that comprise their campus. Population of this
facility is estimated at approximately 3000 per day The University has developed goals
and projects for mitigation of fires, flood and earthquake disasters. The following
document hyperlinked below identifies in detail all proposed mitigation measures for the
University of Redlands, located in the City of Redlands, and the methodology for each,
including funding source.
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• Associated Files
File Title: Mitigation Plan Documents UR
File Description. This document details mitigation measures proposed by the
University of Redlands to mitigate the impact of fire, flood and earthquake disasters.
Uploaded. 7/27/2004
6.6 Pre and Post -Disaster Mitigation Policies and Procedures
Pre -Disaster Mitigation Policies
The City of Redlands supports pre -disaster mitigation, through its various codes and standards
and policies and procedures. Examples may be found in our
6.1 1 Development Codes
6.1.2 General Plan, Specific Plans, and Master Plans;
6.1.3 Standard requirements for all developers who construct residential or
commercial buildings in floodprone areas;
6.1 4 Floodplain surveys and studies; and
6.1.5 Defining and prioritizing mitigation strategies appearing in this plan and
the Multi-hazard/Multijurisdictional Mitigation Plan;
Pre -Disaster Mitigation Procedures
6.1 6 Pending adoption of the International Building Code;
6.1 7 Insure that goals and objectives within development plans are sufficient
and/or exceed requirements;
6.1.8 Establish specific mitigation requirements for those properties who
construct in flood -prone areas;
6.1.9 Continue to coordinate with adjoining agencies to lessen risks by
following up with their developing risks and abatement strategies; and
6.1 10 Apply for Pre -Disaster Mitigation grants for those projects specified in the
flood plan.
Post Disaster Mitigation Policies
Following a serious flood event, or other hazards we experience in our community the City has
always made it a policy to develop a mitigation program or to request additional funding to
develop a mitigation measure that will help to insure that the damaged area will not be repetitive
in future disasters.
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SECTION 7
PLAN ADOPTION
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i. Adopt the plan (Maxirnum credit: 2 points) The 2 credit points for this step are provided
if the plan and later amendments are officially adopted by the community's governing body
REFERENCE. Attachment 2 POINTS
SUB -TOTAL 2 POINTS
Section 7 - Plan Adoption
7 1 Resolution Adopting Floodplain Mitigation Plan
This plan was adopted by Resolution No. 6729 of the City of Redlands, City Council on July 1
2008.
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SECTION 8
PLAN MAINTENANCE
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j. Implement, evaluate, and revise (Maximum credit: 10 points) The credit for this step is
the total of the following points based on how the community monitors and evaluates its plan.
1 2, if the community has procedures for monitoring implementation, reviewing progress,
and recommending revisions to the plan in an annual evaluation report. The report must be
submitted to the governing body released to the media and made available to the public.
REFERENCE PAGE 116-117 2 POINTS
2. 8, if the evaluation report is prepared by the same planning committee that prepared the
plan.
REFERENCE: PAGE 116-117 8 POINTS
To maintain this credit, the community must submit a copy of its annual evaluation report with
its recertification each year.
SUIS -TOTAL l0 POINTS
Section 8. Plan Maintenance: Monitoring, Evaluating and Maintaining the Plan
8.1 Description of Plan Maintenance Procedures
8.1 1 City of Redlands Disaster Council/Local Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
(Flood Plan Subcommittee is a part of this group) will meet on a quarterly basis to
monitor and review plan implementation.
8.1.2 City Council will review the plan on an annual basis as part of the recertification.
8.1.3 Changes and updates will be entered into the Plan as they occur.
8.1 4 Every 2 years the planning team will meet to revise and update the overall plan.
8.1.5 With updates completed, the plan will be reviewed by the Disaster Council and
submitted per FEMA requirements to FEMA, every 5 years.
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PROMULGATION AUTHORITY - SIGNATURE PAGE
Approved by
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Name Pat Gilbreath
Title Mayor Pro Tem
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Title Councilm- ger
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Title Cou i � e 0-r
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Title ity Manager
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Name Mary Petite
Title Administrative Analyst
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