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TDA Article 3 Grant Application: Bicycle & Pedestrian Project
Project Title Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian
Improvements
Priority if Submitting 1
Multiple Applications
Project Type Installation of new facility
Project Length One Mile
Local Match Funding LTF & PBID
Sources
Contact Name Julie Ryan
Agency Apple Valley
Contact Phone 7602407000
Contact Email jryan@applevalley.org
Project Need & Purpose
Clear project Construct a new continuous accessible pedestrian pathway in the Apple Valley
description Village.
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Provide data to Active transportation is the missing piece in the High Desert's transportation
support potential use system. This project provides much needed infrastructure improvements that will
of the bicycle or provide further connectivity to the entire region. On June 1, 2021, the City of
sidewalk facility Victorville began construction on the Green Tree extension which will connect Apple
Valley to Interstate 15 by way of Yucca Loma Road (see Exhibit B). Once complete,
the roadway will provide direct access to Yucca Loma Road and, ultimately, the
Village. As traffic volumes increase, the visibility and potential for the corridor will
increase. To meet the anticipated demand, ADA compliant pedestrian pathways and
bicycle paths are essential.
While bicycle facilities currently do not exist in the project area, the proposed
project area is connected to the Town's robust bikeway network with Class II bike
paths on the western project limits at Navajo Road, the western terminus of the
Village. This project will serve as a bridge between two arterial roadways for
bicyclists as well as pedestrians and create new opportunities for residents who
have limited vehicle access or choose travel using alternative methods.
According to walkscore.com, the project area has a walk score of 37 making it car-
dependent. A more accessible sidewalk and bicycle network will provide an
economical way to travel for lower-income families. Improvements to the existing
networks are projected to help low-income residents save on transportation costs,
such as vehicle maintenance and fuel, simply by walking or biking to their
destinations. Households tend to spend more on transportation in locations with
poor accessibility and no alternatives to driving. By improving accessibility and
providing more transportation choices, families drive less, thereby saving money.
According to the SBCTA Active San Bernardino Open Data map, the median
household income for the project area (Census Tract 97.13) is $52,921 which is
lower than the Apple Valley MHI of$54,527, 16 percent lower than the San
Bernardino County MHI, and 30 percent lower than the California median household
income of$75,235. The database also notes that black or African American
households have an MHI of$39,125, and households with residents 65 and older
have an MHI of$34,531. Furthermore, the area has an unemployment rate of 11.2
percent. The proposed project will allow the area's families to walk and bike to
places that were previously only accessible by car. This will decrease their fuel
needs and increase their physical activity while, subsequently, lowering vehicle
emissions. In turn, it will provide a level of equality to this underserved community
providing amenities found more frequently in higher income neighborhoods.
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Describe how project The project area is located on State Highway 18 which enters the Town's western
is situated in the boundary from the City of Victorville and extends into Lucerne Valley and beyond to
regional system. the east. It is a critical connection to residents in Northern Apple Valley linking the
Explain how this Town to regions beyond the High Desert. On September 2, 2020, the San
project is consistent Bernardino County Active Transportation Plan (SBCATP)was updated to include the
with a Regional Village as a Pedestrian Point of Interest. The area currently lacks complete streets
Transportation Plan amenities such as ADA compliant sidewalks and curb ramps. These segments were
or SBCTA's identified in the Active San Bernardino County Open Data tool which clearly shows
Countywide Active the sidewalk gaps that this project would complete (See Exhibit C).
Transportation Plan,
if applicable. According to the California Transportation Plan 2050 (CTP 2050), "moving people to
and from destinations safely and securely is California's top transportation priority."
The goals of CTP 2050 are Safety, Climate, Equity, Accessibility, Quality of Life &
Public Health, Economy, Environment, and Infrastructure. The project is in perfect
alignment with each of the aforementioned goals by doing the following:
• Safety: Separating pedestrians and vehicles from the heavy traffic flow on State
Highway 18 and Outer Highway 18 North.
• Climate: Creating pedestrian access to destinations that were previously only
vehicle dependent, subsequently, reducing carbon emissions.
• Equity: Creating access and connectivity to destinations and job opportunities for
local and regional underserved communities.
•Accessibility: Creating a contiguous ADA compliant pathway providing access to
all.
•Quality of Life & Public Health: Closing existing sidewalk gaps will connect the area
to the Towns growing bicycle and pedestrian networks encouraging walking and
biking.
• Economy: Improving connectivity to destinations that have difficulty attracting
customers due to limited access.
• Environment: Reducing the need for motorized access by creating pedestrian
pathways and improved transit access.
• Infrastructure: Constructing a stable ADA compliant concrete sidewalk which is the
missing ingredient to revitalizing this historic area of the Town of Apple Valley.
Outline the The area, which began development in the 1950s, was constructed for a smaller,
destinations served vehicle dependent, population. Since that time, the Town and area have seen
by this project. explosive population growth. While developments have occurred in other areas to
Destinations can be meet these needs, the Village has remained relatively unchanged. The PBID has
in a list form with invested heavily in the area, and new restaurants, shops, and attractions are
potential number of currently under construction making the need for pedestrian access critical.
bike/ped users
described. In 2017, the Town was awarded a Caltrans Sustainable Communities Grant to
create the Apple Valley Village State Highway 18 Corridor Enhancement Plan which
focused on opportunities to create connectivity, bicycle and pedestrian access, and
traffic calming which, in turn will lead to revitalization and urban renewal. Along with
the PBID, the Town hired KOA Corporation to study the one mile area's collision
history, reach out to stakeholders, and provide long and short-term solutions to
return the Village to a vibrant area where residents and visitors commune and
businesses thrive. The study noted that sidewalk gaps and missing ADA compliant
curb ramps throughout the corridor make accessibility challenging for pedestrians.
Gaps in sidewalk infrastructure make paths of travel incomplete and missing curb
ramps prevent wheelchair access to desired destinations. In 2020, the project was
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Destinations Served by this Project:
• Casa Colina: Casa Colina at Apple Valley is a 54-bed residential care facility for
men and women with traumatic or acquired brain injuries. The facility seeks to guide
clients toward greater independence and fulfillment by addressing the physical,
cognitive, and emotional needs they face after their injury, in a manner that
recognizes their dignity, diversity, and individuality. Casa Colina offers respite,
intermediate, and long-term care for clients with a broad range of functional abilities.
Their clients include individuals who require maximum supervision and living
assistance; those with mild behavioral challenges who may eventually develop the
skills to interact independently within the community; and individuals capable of
minimally assisted independent activity, such as driving to and from work or college.
This project will be invaluable to visitors, staff, and mobile patients in this facility
allowing them to safely travel to other areas of the Village.
• B.E.S.T.Opportunities, Inc.: Located on the northeast boundary of the Village,
B.E.S.T. Opportunities has been serving adults with disabilities since 1981. Their
mission is to promote the independence and integration of adults with developmental
disabilities into the community. They offer an adult development center, supported
employment services, and situational assessment.
• Mama Carpino's: Established in 2003 and locally owned, Mama Carpino's is one of
the most popular restaurant destinations in the entire region serving exceptional
Italian cuisine, desserts, wine, and spirits. It is a gathering place for lunch meetings,
casual dining, and banquets.
•The Market @ Townsend: This new farmer's market has become a gathering place
restoring the original vibe of the Village. Merchants and shoppers gather twice per
week to meet, shop for unique local goods, listen to live music, and enjoy a meal.
The market was constructed in a repurposed lumberyard that sat vacant for several
years. It is now a staple of the community that will become more accessible once
the project is complete.
•Town's End Stillhouse: Similar to the Market, the Stillhouse was constructed in a
repurposed cinder block building creating a special place in the Village dedicated to
providing quality food and spirits. Once complete, the facility will offer a variety of
spirits in a well-appointed restaurant. The interior will feature antiques of the Mojave
Desert and celebrate Apple Valley's rich history.
•Zen Yoga 18: This yoga studio is one of the newest members of the Village
community and is located in the historic El Pueblo Shops. The spacious 3,000 SF
dedicated yoga studio offers residents an opportunity for a unique fitness
experience by discovering the physical and mental benefits of yoga. The studio also
offers courses on yoga instruction providing new opportunities unlike any other in
the High Desert.
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Describe how this Due to its proximity to State Highway 18, the Village has an Annual Average Daily
project will improve Traffic (AADT)volume of roughly 30,000 cars, buses, and heavy trucks including
cyclist and/or wide-load transport. In a ten-year period, there were 76 total collisions including four
pedestrian safety. bicycle and four pedestrian incidents (see Exhibit D). By adding ADA complaint
Where able, site the sidewalks along the corridor, the project will improve the safety of pedestrians and
number of collisions bicyclists by segregating them from motorists. Currently, there are limited sidewalks
during an identified in the project area, and, in some places, it does not meet ADA compliance. Closing
timeframe this the sidewalk gaps and updating the existing sidewalk will eliminate the inherent risks
project aims to of sharing roadway space. According to the Federal Highway Administration
address. (FHWA), "in addition to reducing walking along roadway crashes, sidewalks reduce
other pedestrian crashes. Roadways without sidewalks are more than twice as
likely to have pedestrian crashes as sites with sidewalks on both sides of the
street."
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Explain the Victor Valley Transit Agency (VVTA)stop No. 20129 is located within the project
multimodal or transit limits and used by hundreds of passengers every month. Currently, the stop is
system connectivity located between non-ADA compliant sidewalk to the west and a vacant dirt parcel to
provided by this the east. The new project will remove the non-ADA compliant sidewalk and construct
project. a new pad and shelter with ADA compliant sidewalk on both sides.
The stop is a direct connection to the Census Tract 97.16 which is one of the lowest
income areas in the Town with an MHI of$34,679 (see Exhibit E)which is less than
half of the California's MHI. In total, 63 percent of the area's residents are either
Black, Hispanic, Asian, or Multi-racial. According to the SBCTA Active San
Bernardino Open Data map, Black households in this area have an MHI of$13,470
(79 percent below the county's MHI), and households with residents 65 years and
older have an MHI of$31,844 or 50 percent below the county MHI. According to the
CTP 2050 "there are significant disparities in how people of color have been
impacted by transportation decisions, and how those decisions have impacted
access to housing, education, health care, and other services. VVTA offers
discounted fares to students, seniors, veterans, the disabled, residents on
Medicare, and children under five ride for free.
The CTP 2050 aims to advance social equity by actively directing support,
resources, and protections to disadvantaged communities, and ensuring that the
highest quality transportation options are available to those who need them most."
Apple Valley is committed to building towards a more inclusive community that
welcomes and embraces individuals from all walks of life and is committed to
creating new opportunities for all its residents. One of the key components of the
proposed project is the opportunity to connect those in need with jobs, services, and
opportunities to improve their overall quality of life. The Department of Housing and
Urban Development(HUD) states that, "aside from housing, transportation is the
largest annual expenditure for households". As previously stated, the residents of
Tract 97.16 have limited resources making it difficult to travel to work if opportunities
become available. The proposed project will bridge the gap between these two
areas connecting a growing service industry to an employee base ready to work.
The new ADA compliant sidewalk leading to and from the VVTA bus stop will create
unobstructed access to employment opportunities for these residents and the ability
to emerge from below the poverty level.
In addition to stop 20129 on the north, stop 20000 on the south side of the Village is
located adjacent to the Apple Valley Post Office on Quinnault Road and serves as a
major connection hub for Apple Valley. This is one of the highest used stops which
connects riders to all areas of the Victor Valley. The new sidewalk improvements will
provide access to and from this high-use transportation hub for residents and
visitors throughout the region.
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Establish the level of The project is currently in the final design stages and will be ready for construction
the project's by the end of 2021. In September 2020, the Town and PBID retained Merrell-
readiness. Include a Johnson Engineering (MJE)to provide engineering services. MJE surveyed the
discussion on the area to determine ADA compliance, determined right of way requirements, and
local participation created a projected engineer's estimate. The Town intends to award a construction
process that resulted contract in the spring of 2022 if funding becomes available.
in the identification
and prioritization of One of the key components of the State Highway 18 Corridor Study was the Town's
the project. partnership with the PBID as well as residents, employees in the Village, and
community members. The study included public outreach in the form of in-person
meetings with business owners and their employees and two community outreach
events (see Exhibit F). During those meetings, participants were given the
opportunity to voice their concerns about the corridor and provide
recommendations. The first meeting included a brief brainstorming session with
stakeholders followed by a walking tour of the area where participants were able to
point out concerns and make recommendations. Participants were asked to gather
around small break-out session tables to provide their input. The consultants
facilitated the mapping exercise by documenting comments about intersections,
access, signage and other issues. During the second community outreach meeting,
attendees were presented with proposed long-term construction alternatives and
provided feedback on each.
With the understanding that some of the most important stakeholders would be
unable to attend the public meetings, the study team created an online survey which
was advertised by direct mail, on social media, in the local newspaper, and on the
Town's website. The online survey resulted in input from 153 additional people with
the primary concern being the lack of pedestrian and bicycle access to businesses
and points of interest. The proposed sidewalk improvements would satisfy that need
and ease their concerns.
In a proactive effort to reach a wider audience, intercept studies were conducted at
retail establishments throughout the Town. The intercept survey questions were
identical to those on the online survey, but individuals were presented with an
opportunity to have face-to-face candid conversation with the project team. One of
the intercept survey respondents stated "I think the Village has a lot of potential. I
would love to see it revitalized and become a new hub where people want to spend
time, not only in helping to increase revenue for the Town, but also making Apple
Valley a place that people in the High Desert want to visit." In total, 97 residents
participated in this survey.
Using the findings of the study as a foundation, the Town partnered with the PBID to
begin development of the Apple Valley Village Specific Plan. Once again,
stakeholders were provided with the opportunity to voice their concerns for the
area, and most respondents stated that they believe the area is unsafe for
pedestrians.
Has the agency The Town has a team of dedicated project managers who focus on all critical path
delivered past activities and ensure project compliance with the triple constraint of cost, scope,
projects on and schedule. The Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements project is a
schedule? If yes, priority to the Town's executive leaders who previously authorized engineering staff
what steps will be to complete the engineered design. Additionally, the PBID has committed to paying
taken to ensure 50 percent of the construction costs with the goal of having the project completed by
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what steps will be completing the project expeditiously is reasonable and attainable.
taken to prevent a
similar occurrence? The Town of Apple Valley has a history of successfully delivering grant-funded
projects on-time and within budget. Project Management staff has extensive
experience successfully managing all type of projects including complex, multi-
jurisdictional projects. Recent SBCTA projects that were successfully completed
include:
1) San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Transportation Development Act
(TDA) Grant($281,495)for the Apple Valley Bike/Ped Connector Project. The
project was completed in February 2021.
2) San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Transportation Development Act
(TDA) Grant($37,450)for three miles of Class I bicycle facilities on Yucca Loma
Road and Apple Valley Road. The project was completed in May 2019.
3) San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Transportation Development Act
(TDA) Grant($386,370)for the Bear Valley Class I Bike Path Project. The project
was completed in February 2017.
4) San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Transportation Development Act
(TDA) Grant($280,000)for the Ramona Road Widening Project. The project was
completed in October 2016.
In addition, the Town successfully completed multiple large Active Transportation
Program(ATP)grants from the California Department of Transportation including a
$3.4 million Safe Routes to School project that improved access to three schools
including Apple Valley High School; a $1 million project that constructed the Class I
bike lanes and pedestrian improvements on Yucca Loma Road (adjacent to the
Yucca Loma Bridge); and a $1 million project to construct the Mojave Riverwalk
which is a Class I multi-use trail along the Mojave River. Apple Valley was also the
lead agency (working with San Bernardino County and the City of Victorville)on the
new$17 million Yucca Loma Bridge (completed in 2016), which spans the Mojave
River and provides a new east-west corridor in the Victor Valley and, ultimately, the
project area.
Steps that will be taken to ensure timely delivery of the proposed project include:
• Use experienced staff who worked on the projects noted above. They will bring
their collective experience, knowledge, and skills to the proposed sidewalk project.
•Assign a Grant Manager to oversee and ensure that the Town abides by all the
requirements in the grant agreement.
•Assign a Project Manager, who will serve as a dedicated liaison to SBCTA, and will
be responsible for overseeing and monitoring the schedule and budget. The Project
Manager will follow the Town's standard operating procedures for project
management and performance monitoring including:
o Identifying the critical path of events necessary to ensure the project can be
advertised, bid, and awarded on time.
o Holding a kick-off meeting with the contractor and using a Timeline and Checklist
to outline expectations.
o Ensuring project submittals are delivered on time.
o Holding regularly scheduled meetings to assess progress against the Timeline and
Checklist.
o Consulting with the design engineer when/if problems arise; and
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•Contract with leading experts whenever internal expertise is insufficient to meet
project needs.
What provisions The Town of Apple Valley's Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budget includes
does the agency funding for sidewalk maintenance, and, as a potentially heavy pedestrian area, it will
have in place to be monitored for both natural and manmade damage. As partners in this project, the
ensure the facility will PBID will also be monitoring the area for problems and currently has 24-hour
be properly security patrolling the Village.
maintained?
Attach Map(s) Exhibit A-E_maps.pdf 2.77MB
Attach Picture(s) Village Photos.pdf 7.75MB
Exhibit F_Outreach.pdf 4AMB
Attach Other Town Manager Letter-Village.pdf 176.73KB
Engineer Cost Estimate.pdf 121.66KB
Letters of Support.pdf 1.3MB
Preliminary Engineering/Design Cost:
Preliminary 77,864.00
Engineering/Design
Cost
Right of Way Cost 0.00
Project Con Cost 723,637.50
Local Match 361,819.50
LTF, Article 3 Funds 361,818.00
Requested
Total Project Cost 801,501.50
Project Evaluation
Criteria
Overall Quality of Application: 15 pts
Project Need and Purpose: 40 pts
Cost Effectiveness: 15 pts
Timeliness of Prior Project Completion: 5 pts
Matching Funds: 25 pts
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have read the (1)the total award amount will be rescinded if the agency fails to submit a Claim
guidelines and Form and Authorizing Resolution within SIX months of award notification, and
understand:*
have read the r7 (2)two one-year extensions may only be granted without SBCTA Board approval
guidelines and IF: (a) progress has been made on the project, and (b) an extension request
understand:* including an appropriate justification for the delay and a revised project
completion date is provided THREE MONTHS BEFORE the project sunset date.
255 E. Bonita Ave, Pomona, CA 91767 * phone 909-596-7733, fax 909-568-2169
Mr. Josh Lee August 3, 2021
Chief of Planning
San Bernardino County Transportation Authority
1170 W. 3rd Street, 2nd Floor
San Bernardino, CA 92410-1715
Subject: Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Dear Mr. Lee:
Casa Colina at Apple Valley is a 54-bed residential care facility for men and women with
traumatic or acquired brain injuries. Our facility seeks to guide clients toward greater
independence and fulfillment by addressing the physical, cognitive, and emotional needs they
face after their injury, in a manner that recognizes their dignity, diversity, and individuality. Our
clients are typically healthy, with a desire to develop personal living skills and be active
participants in their community.
Casa Colina is pleased to learn of the Town’s application for funding for the Apple Valley
Village North Pedestrian Improvements as our facility is located within the Village and this
project will be invaluable to visitors, staff, and mobile patients in this facility allowing them to
safely travel to other areas of the Village.
Our structured living program includes individuals who require maximum supervision and living
assistance; those with mild behavioral challenges who may eventually develop the skills to
interact independently within the community; and individuals capable of minimally assisted
independent activity, such as driving to and from work or college. Our community focused
approach encourages social interaction and engagement through an exciting array of activities.
Residents have the opportunity to participate in behavioral and educational programming,
wellness clinics overseen by a licensed physical therapist, and regular excursions into the
surrounding community. Having a more efficient, accessible, and sustainable transportation
system is crucial for our location.
I support the Town's desire to implement this valuable pedestrian project in the Village. Thank
you again for giving priority consideration to the Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian
Improvements. I look forward to hearing good news soon as it relates to this TDA application.
Sincerely,
Felice L Loverso, PhD
President and CEO
Todd Matthews- President
Michele Rivas - Vice President
Christine Plasting – Secretary
Alan Pellegrini – Treasurer
Eric Greene – Board Member
August 4, 2021
Mr. Josh Lee
Chief of Planning
San Bernardino County Transportation Authority
1170 W. 3rd Street, 2nd Floor
San Bernardino, CA 92410-1715
Subject: Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Dear Mr. Lee:
On behalf of Victor Valley Bicycle Tour (VVBT), I am pleased to provide this letter of support for the Town of Apple
Valley's request for funding for the Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements.
The mission of VVBT is to raise awareness of safe bicycling in our communities and to promote cycling as a healthy
lifestyle for both recreation and transportation. VVBT is a community organization that schedules an annual event to
include a 10, 30 or 62-mile bicycle ride that begins on the south end of Dale Evans Parkway, traverses throughout Apple
Valley and follows the roadway to the north end and returns.
While bicycle facilities currently do not exist in the project area, the proposed project to close sidewalk gaps between
Navajo Road and Central Road, will provide an accessible path throughout the northerly portion of the Village. This
improvement will provide residents another opportunity to increase the recommended amount of daily physical activity.
This project will also bridge two arterial roadways for bicyclists as well as pedestrians and create new opportunities for
residents who have limited vehicle access or choose to travel using alternative methods. The proposed project will
provide safer spaces for residents to be more physically active by walking to key destinations in the Village and for
pleasure in their neighborhoods.
I believe strongly that this grant application has the potential to remedy many local and regional transportation issues,
provide improvements, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that will benefit the public health, environment and
provide greater possibilities for the VVBT events. Through a collaborative community approach, the Town of Apple
Valley has an opportunity to positively affect the health of its citizens by building a culture of health in Apple Valley.
Thank you for your consideration of this priority project. I support the Town's desire to implement a more efficient,
accessible, and sustainable transportation system at this key location. I hope to hear good news soon as it relates to this
TDA application.
Sincerely,
Todd Matthews
Todd Matthews
President
Victor Valley Bicycle Tour
www.AppleValley.org 14955 Dale Evans Parkway • Apple Valley, California 92307 • 760.240.7000
August 4, 2021
Mr. Josh Lee
Chief of Planning
San Bernardino County Transportation Authority
1170 W. 3rd Street, 2nd Floor
San Bernardino, CA 92410-1715
Subject: Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Dear Mr. Lee:
The Town of Apple Valley is seeking $361,818 in TDA funding to construct a new continuous
accessible pedestrian pathway throughout the northerly portion of the Village in Apple Valley,
which is located along Outer State Highway 18 between Navajo Road and Headquarters Drive.
This one-mile stretch is the original center of commerce and served as the Town’s “Main Street”
destination for decades, but it now faces several transportation challenges. It was not only the
center of the community's commercial life, it was also an important part of its social life; people
filled the streets on Saturday nights to meet friends, eat at local restaurants, and shop at locally
owned stores. As the first business district in Apple Valley, the Village has provided commercial
services within the community since the 1950s — well before the incorporation of the Town of
Apple Valley in 1988.
With the rapid growth of Apple Valley and neighboring High Desert cities transforming the way
local residents live, work and spend their leisure time, Village businesses are struggling to attract
and retain customers, due in part, to the substandard transportation infrastructure in the oldest part
of the Town. To keep up with local consumer demands, large commercial developments have
been constructed in other parts of town and in the neighboring cities taking the focus away from
the Village. Many shops and restaurants in the Village have fallen into disrepair or have closed
their doors causing property values and sales tax revenues to drop. Neglected buildings, boarded-
up storefronts and challenging access reinforced the public's perception that nothing was
happening in the Village.
The Town and Village Property and Business Improvement District (PBID) continue to rally to
revitalize the area and reverse the decline. The PBID and Town have been aggressive in recent
years in their efforts to revive this critical part of Town. In 2018, the Town and PBID partnered
to reconstruct the Apple Valley Village Accessibility project which rebuilt John Glen Road, filled
in sidewalk gaps, and made the southerly part of the Village more accessible to pedestrians. In
2020, the Town and PBID partnered in a drainage improvement project that improved the esthetics
as well as the flow of wastewater on both sides of the corridor.
The Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements project is the next phase of the overall
vision for the Village. The proposed project will close sidewalk gaps creating an accessible path
throughout the northerly portion of the Village (see Exhibit A). Existing non-ADA compliant
sidewalks will be removed, and a new 6-foot continuous accessible pathway will be installed in its
place along with curb ramps, driveway approaches, and crosswalks. Once completed, visitors will
be able to access all areas of the entire northerly portion of the Village bringing life and people
back to the heart of Apple Valley.
If you have any questions regarding this application, please do not hesitate to contact Julie
Ryan, Special Projects Manager, at 760-240-7000 ext. 7055 or at jryan@applevalley.org.
Sincerely,
Douglas B. Robertson
Town Manager
Town of Apple Valley
Description Qty Units Cost Extended
1 Remove existing concrete curb and gutter 3,500 LF 5.50$ 19,250.00$
2 Grading 1 LS 20,000.00$ 20,000.00$
3 4" concrete Sidewalk 30,000 SF 10.00$ 300,000.00$
4 Driveway Approach 4 LS 25,000.00$ 100,000.00$
5 Curb Ramp 5 EA 5,000.00$ 25,000.00$
6 Construction Staking 1 LS 20,000.00$ 20,000.00$
7 Traffic Control 1 LS 80,000.00$ 80,000.00$
8 Mobilization 1 LS 65,000.00$ 65,000.00$
Subtotal 629,250.00$
Contingency (15%)94,387.50$
Total 723,637.50$
TDA Request 361,818.00$
Town Share 361,819.50$
Engineer's Cost Estimate
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
Headquarters Way looking west from easterly project limits.
Outer Highway 18 North at entrance to Casa Colina. Sidewalk gaps on both sides of property.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Sidewalk connectivity lacking.
No pedestrian pathway or ADA curb ramps near retail establishments.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Ramp leading to Highway 18, Apple Valley Post Office, and Victor Valley Transit stop No. 20000 will be reconstructed with
new crosswalk.
Parking lot encroaching into Town right of way with no established pedestrian pathway.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Sidewalk infrastructure issues along Outer Highway 18 near Mama Carpino’s, one of Apple Valley’s popular eateries.
Parking lot of The Market @ Townsend encroaching into Town right of way with no established pedestrian pathway.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Sidewalk connectivity lacking near one of Apple Valley’s most popular restaurants, Mama Carpino’s Italian Restaurant.
Outer Highway 18 North sidewalk gaps along retail establishments.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Lack of sidewalk and connectivity along Outer Highway 18.
Lack of sidewalk and connectivity along Outer Highway 18.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Non-ADA compliant sidewalk and driveway approach adjacent to vacant parcel/gap.
Non-ADA compliant sidewalk and driveway approach on Outer Highway 18 North.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Non-ADA compliant sidewalk or crosswalk.
Non-ADA compliant sidewalk, driveway approach, sloping driveway and no sidewalk.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PHOTOGRAPHS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Non-ADA compliant sidewalk, driveway approach, and large sidewalk gap leading to VVTA stop No. 20129.
VVTA stop No. 20129 with vacant parcel to the east and non-compliant sidewalk to the west.
Town of Apple Valley
2021 TDA Article 3 Call for Projects for Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION WORKSHOPS
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements
Exhibit F
Public Workshop
Vision for
The Village
Tuesday, May 8th, 2018
5:30PM - 7:00PM
Join Town of Apple Valley Staff, Caltrans, and plan consultants as we discuss
the SR-18 Corridor Enhancement Plan for The Village. Workshop attendees
will be able to participate in a walking tour of The Village, which will help us
identify transportation challenges related to The Village, Outer Highway
configuration, and access to businesses from State Route 18. Tell us what kind
of improvements you think would shape The Village into an even more
popular destination!
WHAT: Public Workshop #1
The project team is gathering input and information on what makes The
Village difficult to navigate or access for those who live in the Town of Apple
Valley, work at or own a business in The Village, or are just visiting the Town.
Input from this workshop will help the project team provide desirable
recommendations for the SR-18 Corridor Enhancement Plan.
WHY: Shape the Vision for The Village
We want to hear from residents, employees, business owners, visitors, and
other community members who are interested in improving The Village’s
accessibility and image!
WHO: Town of Apple Valley Community
Meet at the Apple Valley Moose Lodge 15 minutes before the start
of the workshop!
Questions? Email us at AppleValley.SR18Plan@gmail.com
Can’t attend Public Workshop #1? Let us know your thoughts now!
Provide your insight by completing the online survey. Access the
survey by scanning the QR Code to the left or by visiting the link below:
https://lbps.typeform.com/to/uYnLgJ
WHERE: Apple Valley Moose Lodge 1810
ADDRESS: 21955 CA SR-18, Apple Valley, CA 92307
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Join the Town of Apple Valley, Caltrans, and
plan consultants as we discuss the SR-18
Corridor Enhancement Plan for The Village.
Workshop attendees will be able to preview
potential design improvement alternatives for
The Village, and how each potential
alternative addresses transportation
challenges, safety within the area, and access
to businesses from State Route 18. Let us
know which improvements you think are
better suited for The Village!
Join the Town of Apple Valley, Caltrans, and
plan consultants as we discuss the SR-18
Corridor Enhancement Plan for The Village.
Workshop attendees will be able to preview
potential design improvement alternatives for
The Village, and how each potential
alternative addresses transportation
challenges, safety within the area, and access
to businesses from State Route 18. Let us
know which improvements you think are
better suited for The Village!
For more information, contact the Town of
Apple Valley at (760)240-7000 ext. 7530Navajo RoadNavajo RoadPawnee RoadPawnee RoadState Route (SR) 18
State Route (SR) 18
Little Happy Trails HighwayYucca Loma Road Pawnee RoadState Route (SR) 18
Yu Lo a Road NadState Route (SR) 18
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements8/3/2021SCALE: NTSSHEET 1 OF 1Proposed PlanTown of Apple ValleyEXHIBIT A
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements8/3/2021SCALE: NTSSHEET 1 OF 1Green Tree/Yucca Loma Corridor ConnectionTown of Apple ValleyYucca Loma RoadYucca Loma BridgeGreen Tree BoulevardApple Valley Vilalge Phase 2Project AreaGreen Tree Extensionconnecting Apple Valley toVictorville and Interstate 15to Open Spring 2023EXHIBIT B
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements8/3/2021SCALE: NTSSHEET 1 OF 1Sidewalk Gaps from Active San Bernardino Open DataTown of Apple ValleyEXHIBIT CCasa ColinaDesert Fee StoreLa FiestaMexican FoodFreddy's Produce& Meat Market18 Taps TavernThe Market @Town's EndCaliber CollisionTown's EndStill HouseMamaCarpino'sRAM MotorsportsApple ValleyGasoline & MartSelect Connsign &Design FurnitureRite Aid Drugs& PharmacyR Dub CandleStoreApple Valley GlassVVTA BusStopFrogee's Cocktail LoungeThe Door ChurchZen 18 YogaThe Wild GooseVintage & ThriftStoreMojave Water AgencyApple Valley FireProtection DistrictB.E.S.T OpportunitiesSan Bernardino CountyTransitional AssistanceDeptBG's BargainsDiscount Store
Apple Valley Village North Pedestrian Improvements8/3/2021SCALE: NTSSHEET 1 OF 1Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Injury CollisionsTown of Apple ValleyEXHIBIT DInvolved with PedestrianInvolved with BicyclistVehicle Collision with InjuryPROJECT LIMITS
Victor Valley Transit Authority Route 40
27 Minute Ride from Census Tract 97.16 to Apple Valley Village
Exhibit E
CENSUS TRACT 97.16
Apple Valley
Civic Center
VVTA Stop No. 20129
VVTA Stop No. 20000
Sources: censusreporter.org and San Bernardino County Open Data