HomeMy WebLinkAbout6101_CCv0001.pdf RESOLUTION NO. 6101
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS
ADOPTING AMENDMENT NO. 75 TO THE GENERAL PLAN
WHEREAS,the Planning Commission of the City of Re ands has recommended adoption
of amendments to the General Plan Trails Mapto: (a d 25 new multi-use off-road trails
throughout the San Timoteo Canyon and Live Oak Ca
on areas; (b) add a new multi-use on-road
and off-road trail located south o/and nds unicipal Airport between Judson Street and
Wabash Avenue; (c) add a new muon trail along San Timoteo Canyon Road from the
San Timoteo Creek crossing to Alesd; (d)relocate a segment of the East Valley Corridor
Multi-Purpose Trail from the Soutrnia Edison easement to the east side of Mountain
View Avenue between the Missioeek and San Bernardin e; and (e) relocate a
segment of the East Valley Corridofrom PalmettoAvenue/Domesti Avenue to Pioneer
Avenue between California Street Street; arid:
WHEREAS, on Nave ber 7, 200 Notice of Public He ing was published in the
Redlands Daily Facts and Th Sun inf ing the public of the date d time of this City Council's
consideration of the general p endment; and
WHEREAS,based upon the testimony presented at e public hearing,this City Council has
determined that the proposed general plan amendment i in the interest of the public health, safety
and general welfare of the citizens of Redlands; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVE y the City Council of the City of Redlands that
the amendment to the General Plan Trails p designated as Exhibit "A"attached hereto, and
replacing GP Figure 7.1 shall be adopted.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Redlands that amendment
to Section 7.11 Trails of the Open S ce Element of the General Plan designated as Exhibit "B"
attached hereto shall be adopted.
ADOPTED, SIGNED APPROVED this ,
Mayor of the City of Redlands
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City Clerk
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Exhibit B
Proposed Revisions to Section 7. 11 Trails
7.11 Trails The City of Redlands has along 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.
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 ofwalking
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.)
Trails can also serve as emergency evacuation routes in the event of a catastrophe that may make
some trafficways impassable.
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:
• Santa Ana Wash blufftop adjoining the proposed Scenic Drive;
• Santa Fe Railroad which provides freight service to Mentone and is proposed as a future
commuter rail line;
• Mill Creek Zanja(Sankee), the historic irrigation ditch;
• San Timoteo 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
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Community Trails and Connector Trails. On December 3,2002 the Trails Committee identified
and the Council approved local trails(Secondary Community Trails)that are shown on Figure
7.1. The Primary Community Trails were identified as either on road or off road multi-
purpose trails. The revised map is parcel specific. The definition of these types of trails are 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:
an entrance to a Regional Trunk Trail (thus giving the community access to
the regional amenities).
a major trail traffic generator (recreational site, school, park, equestrian
center, business district).
Examples of this kind of trail are the Downtown Zanj a 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.
Primary Community Trails are shown on the Trails Map Figure 7.1 as off-road
multi-purpose trails and on-road multipurpose trails.
Local Trail (,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 primary trails.
These trails are shown on Figure 7.1 as local 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.
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GP Figure 7.1 Trails Ma
The Trails Map within the General Plan includes only Regional Trunk Trails,a-fd Primary
Community Trails and Local Trails. Additional Isocal Trails (Secondary Community Trails)
and Connector Trails will be incorporated in the Trails Master Plan as described in Implementing
Policies 7.11 d and 7.11 k.
The following Regional Trunk Trails and Primary Community Trails are depicted on the Trails
Map:
Re. Tonal Trails
1. Santa Ana Regional Trail
2. San Timoteo Creek Regional Trail
3. Live Oak Canyon Regional Trail
4. Crafton Hills/Zanja Peak Regional Trail
5. South Hills Regional Trail Along Edison Easement
Primary Communityrails
1. Downtown Zanja Trail (off-road multi-purpose)
2. East Valley Corridor Trails (off-road and on-road multi-purpose)
3. Deer Path Trail and Sunset Hills Signature Ridge Trail (off-road and on-roast
multipurpose)
4. Oak Grove Trail (off-road multi-purpose)
5. Pilgrim Road Trail (off-road multi-purpose)
6. Garden Street to Panorama Point Trail (ort-road multi-purpose)
7. Wabash to Sand Canyon Trail (off-road multi-purpose)
S. Caroline Park to Oak Grove Trail
a)Ridge Trail (off-road and on-road multi-purpose)
b) Edgemont Climb Trail (oft-road multi-purpose)
c) Hermit Canyon Trail(off-road multi-purpose)
d) Quail Canyon Trail (off-road multi-purpose)
9. Crafton Hills Reservoir Trail (off-road multi-purpose)
10. Church Street to Panorama Point Trail (on-road multi-purpose)
11. Alessandro Bridge to Tremont/South Hills Trail (off-road and on-road multi-purpose)
Guiding Policies: Trails
7.11 a Create and maintain a system of trails serving both recreational and emergency
access needs. The system is to accommodate walking, hiking,jogging, and
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equestrian and bicycle use.
7.11b Prepare a Trails Plan depicting regional multi-purpose trails, community trails,
local feeder trails, and including design standards.
7.11c It is the intent of the General Pian 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
7.11d The Trails Plan (Figure 7.1) designates and generally locates the Regional
Trunk Trails, and Primary Community"Trails, and Local 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.
7.11e Establish guidelines and standards for trails.
7.11E Establish agreement with public agencies and private entities for development
and maintenance of trails in rights-of-way and utility corridors.
7.11g Encourage creation of a non-profit organization to assist in developing and
managing the trails system.
7.11 h Seek grants and alternative funding mechanisms for trail development and
maintenance.
7.11 i Consider referring projects to the Parks Commission for review and
recommendations of trails.
7.11 j Coordinate location of trails to relate to neighboring properties.
7.11k Review new development proposals for compliance with the Trails Map
(Figure 7.1) and the 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.
7.11 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.
7.11n 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.
7.110 Expand street landscape standards to include trail landscape standards.
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