HomeMy WebLinkAbout4654_CCv0001.pdf RESOLUTION NO. 4654
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS SUPPORTING THE
RAIL TRANSPORTATION BOND ACT (PROPOSITION NO. 116)
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS as follows:
WHEREAS, Proposition 116, the Rail and Transportation Bond Act,
would provide $1.99 billion to improve and expand intercity, commuter
and light rail transit throughout California; and
WHEREAS, Proposition 116 is compatible and consistent with the
other transportation measures on the June 5, 1990 ballot, and thereby
will result in implementation of part of an overall transportation plan
which will provide better transportation and cleaner air for all
Californians; and
WHEREAS, Proposition 116 provides that $98 million shall be
allocated for the San Bernardino-Los Angeles rail corridor for
expenditure for commuter rail ; and
WHEREAS, Proposition 116 provides that $79 million shall be
allocated for the San Bernardino-Riverside-Orange County rail corridor
for expenditure for commuter rail, and
WHEREAS, Proposition 116 provides that $20 million shall be
allocated to fund a program of competitive grants to local agencies for
capital outlay for bicycle improvement projects which improve safety
and convenience for bicycle commuters; and
WHEREAS, Proposition 116 provides that $100 million shall be
allocated to fund a competitive program for the acquisition of
specified commuter and intercity rail car and locomotives without the
requirement of any matching funds; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Redlands believes that
rail transportation results in less energy use, more transportation
opportunities for those who cannot drive, less congestion on already
overcrowded streets and highways, and cleaner air;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City
of Redlands supports the passage of Proposition 116, the Rail
Transportation Bond Act, on the June 5, 1990 ballot.
ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this 1st day of May, 1990.
Mayor o it of ands
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Mr. Jim Knox
Transportation Director
The Planning and Conservation League
909 12th Street, Suite 203
Sacramento, California 95814
Dear Mr. Knox:
Enclosed is a copy of Resolution No. 4654, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redlands supporting
the Rail Transportation Bond Act (Proposition No. 115) ,
which was adopted on May 1, 1990 .
Sincerely,
Lorri P yxer
City Clerk
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xc : City Engineer
PA. BOX 3005 REDLANDS, CA 92373
The San Bernardino County Transportation Commission
SAN BERNARDINO ASSOCIATED GOVERNMENTS
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O San Bernardino, California 92401 {714) 884-8276
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Date: April 12, 1990 ,
To: Mayors
SANBAG Representatives
City Clerks
City Managers
From: Wesley C. McDaniel, Executive Director
Subject: Resolution of support for Propositions 108, 111 and 116
As you may know, SANBAG has endorsed these measures already. The
campaign groups for these propositions are asking that we seek
individual city endorsement as well .
Would you please place this matter before your Council
encouraging a position for action of support . A draft resolution
covering Propositions 111 and 108, and the County' s resolution on
Proposition 116 are attached, Alich could be modified to suit
your purposes . Please slidcopy of your resolution of support
of Propositions 111 anal 10 0:
--Ms . Gillian Friedman
Yes on 111 and 108
11400 West Olympic Boulevard, Suite 278
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Please send your Proposition 116 resolution to :
Mr. dim Knox
Transportation Director
The Planning and Conservation League
909 12th Street, Suite 203
Sacramento, CA 95814
Please call Mr. Eric Haley of our staff if you have questions .
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