Art3_RanchoCucamonga_FY21_BikePed_DeerCreekAndArrowPedXing_App 1/5
TDA Article 3 Grant Application: Bicycle & Pedestrian Project
Project Title Signalized Pedestrian Crossing at Deer
Creek Channel and Arrow Route
Priority if Submitting 2
Multiple Applications
Project Type Installation of new facility
Project Length N/A
Local Match Funding Local Funds
Sources
Contact Name Justine Garcia
Agency Rancho Cucamonga
Contact Phone 9097742046
Contact Email justine.garcia@cityofrc.us
Project Need & Purpose
Clear project In an effort to increase bicycle and pedestrian access, improve safety, and
description encourage more walking/bicycling, the proposed project includes upgrading of the
existing Class I Bike Trail along the existing Deer Creek Channel which provide
direct walking and bicycling access to the regional Pacific Electric Trail. The City
has a long term agreement with San Bernardino County to use the Deer Creek
Channel maintenance access roads as trails. This project aims to provide a safe
midblock crossing at Deer Creek Channel and Arrow Rte. The project includes
installation of signalized pedestrian crossing, access ramps, striping and signing.
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Provide data to The proposed Class I Bicycle Trail project will provide over 1,810 students from
support potential use three schools (Central and Cucamonga Elementary and Rancho Cucamonga Middle
of the bicycle or School)within the Central, and Cucamonga School District and their families with
sidewalk facility safe, continuous places to walk or ride their bicycles that are separated from traffic.
Below is a breakdown of the total number of students who are close to the Deer
Creek Trail:
•Within one-half mile—766 students
•Within one mile— 1,810 students
According to a recent survey, only 20% of residents reported feeling comfortable
and confident in riding a bicycle in the City. Survey respondents reported that the
top locations they were interested in walking or biking included parks or trails (78%),
shopping/errands (44%), and houses of friends or family (41%). However, when
asked about the obstacles preventing residents from walking and bicycling, common
responses included aggressive drivers (38%)and roads/sidewalks/trails not feeling
safe (24%). The top transportation spending priorities identified by respondents to
increase the likelihood of walking and bicycling included expanding/improving the
bicycle/pedestrian pathway or trail network(59%), constructing more bikeways
(43%) and installing additional sidewalk amenities (42%).
The project will ease travel for students, families, and other non-motorized users by
improving bicycling routes, enhancing connectivity to existing bicycle and trail
networks, and encouraging transportation alternatives. Within an approximate 1 mile
radius, the area contains 1 public park and 3 elementary schools (spanning across 2
school districts). Additionally, the proposed Class I Bike Trail will enhance north-
south connections to the City's existing regional multi-use trail system and link
residential neighborhoods, business areas, retail market places, schools, and
various recreational amenities.
Multi-use paths give pedestrians a place to walk and bicycle that is separate from
traffic and help facilitate students' (and residents')ability to walk to school, to
neighborhood amenities, and to places of employment. Constructing multi-use paths
and closing gaps in the trail network system near schools can drastically increase
pedestrian safety for children and families. The students and families living in the
surrounding neighborhoods from the proposed project site will benefit from an
enhanced trail network system as these improvements will keep them off the
roadways, enhancing pedestrian crossings to get to school and work safely, and
decreasing risk of injury or death. In addition, the proposed Class 1 Bike Trail will
increase route options, improving the existing network of paths, paseos, sidewalks,
streets, and equestrian trails and providing residents with greater travel options.
Furthermore, land use decisions affect the shape, feel, and safety of a community,
and the health of those who live there. To mitigate the negative impact on the health
of the community and promote a healthy, safe city, Rancho Cucamonga's proposed
enhancements will provide equal access to transportation. Improving the circulation
system through the design and accessibility of multimodal transportation will promote
physical activity by encouraging students and residents to walk or bike thus reducing
health risks associated with physical inactivity such as heart disease, diabetes, and
obesity. Additionally, increasing the priority of projects that promote walkability,
maximizing opportunities for walking, and enhancing safety, convenience, and
strategic improvements will promote a healthy and sustainable community.
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Describe how project The Deer Creek Channel Bike Trail runs north to south on the west side of Rancho
is situated in the Cucamonga providing a direct regional connection to the PE Trail. This project will
regional system. provide additional access for the region to Victoria Gardens, Community/Senior
Explain how this Centers and the southern area of the City which includes commercial, manufacturing
project is consistent and industrial jobs access.
with a Regional
Transportation Plan Deer Creek Channel Bike Trail is identified in the San Bernardino County Non-
or SBCTA's Motorized Transportation Plan (NMTP) March 2011 (Revised June 2018)as "Future
Countywide Active Improvements" (Table 5.90).
Transportation Plan,
if applicable.
The proposed project will provide a direct connection to the Pacific Electric Trail
which is included in the NMTP as an existing Regional Non-Motorized Asset and
Class I backbone.
Outline the The Deer Creek Channel Bike Trail presently serve residential neighborhoods in the
destinations served north area of the City. The proposed project would provide direct connection for
by this project. neighborhoods in the south area of the City to access the Pacific Electric Trail
Destinations can be which provides access to numerous parks (i.e., Spruce Park, Old Town Park,
in a list form with Church Street Park, Ralph Lewis Park, Milliken Park, Central Park), schools (i.e.,
potential number of Central Elementary, Cucamonga Elementary, Dona Merced Elementary, Rancho
bike/ped users Cucamonga Middle School, Ruth Musser Middle School), business and shopping
described. opportunities (i.e., Terra Vista Town Center, Virginia Dare Winery), recreational
facilities and community centers, (i.e., Goldy S. Lewis Community Center, James L.
Brulte Senior Center, Teen Center), library (i.e., Archibald), as well as other
connecting trails (i.e., Deer and Day Creek Trails).
In addition to the various destinations within the city, the project will provide the
opportunity to commute to the neighboring cities of Upland and Fontana and beyond.
Describe how this Presently pedestrians and bicyclists wanting to cross Deer Creek Channel Bike Trail
project will improve at Arrow Rte. needs to go west to the intersection of Hermosa Ave. and Arrow Rte.
cyclist and/or or go east to the intersection of Center Ave. and Arrow Rte. to safely crosses the
pedestrian safety. road or cross at the midblock which poses a hazardous traffic conditions. The
Where able, site the installation of the signal and access ramps on Deer Creek Channel Trail at midblock
number of collisions of Arrow Rte. will provide a safe environment for pedestrians and bicyclists.
during an identified
timeframe this This project complements many of the City's efforts to promote safe active
project aims to transportation. The City has a comprehensive Safe Routes to School Program
address. aimed at improving safety and educating and encouraging children to walk/bike to
school, including using the trail system as a preferred route. The City also launched
a citywide pedestrian safety campaign— Look, Look, Look—which encourages
motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists of all ages to travel in a safe manner. The City
also adopted a Complete Streets Ordinance in 2012 with the goal of consistently
designing and operating the entire roadway with all users in mind— including
bicyclists, public transportation vehicles and riders, and pedestrians of all ages and
abilities. This policy was recently recognized as one of the top 10 in the nation by
the National Complete Streets Coalition.
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Explain the This project will provide a north/south connection by way of a Class I Bike Trail
multimodal or transit (Deer Creek Channel)to a Class I Regional Multi-use Trail (Pacific Electric Trail). In
system connectivity addition the project provides access to multiple Omnitrans bus lines including Route
provided by this 66 which connects to Route 67 and Chaffey College, and Route 81 which connects
project. to the Ontario Mills Mall and Route 85 that heads south to the Chino Transit Center.
Establish the level of The proposed project upgrades existing pavement conditions with slurry seal,
the project's striping and signing and therefore requires minimal time for design and construction.
readiness. Include a
discussion on the The proposed project is straightforward and therefore design of the connections and
local participation advertisement of the project will occur in a swift timeframe if awarded the grant.
process that resulted
in the identification
and prioritization of
the project.
Has the agency The City of Rancho Cucamonga has a proven track record of being able to manage
delivered past and deliver a wide variety of capital improvement projects, including Federal and
projects on State funded project.
schedule? If yes,
what steps will be Previously, the City was awarded TDA Article 3 grants to help fund the construction
taken to ensure of Pacific Electric Trail/Day Creek Channel Trail Connection Project. The project
similar results? If no, was completed on schedule.
what steps will be
taken to prevent a After that, the City was awarded two (2)TDA Article 3 grants to help fund
similar occurrence? construction of
1.) Pacific Electric Trail Connection Project at Deer Creek Channel from Base Line
Rd. to Church St., 2.) Day Creek Channel from Highland Ave. to Base Line Rd. and
3.) Day Creek Channel Bike Trail from Jack Benny Dr. to Base Line Rd. The
combined project No. 1 and 2 were completed on schedule. No. 3 under design now
and soon constructed.
If the City's TDA Article 3 grant application is successful, this project will have the
same project management approach as the other successful project deliveries. The
same project management procedures will be followed including identifying one
project manager, regular communication, regular on-site meetings, and a firm
commitment to assist the contractor to stay on schedule.
What provisions City maintenance operations are funded from General Fund and Gas Tax revenues
does the agency which support a large contingent of staff and contractors that have maintained the
have in place to world class community of Rancho Cucamonga for 44 years.
ensure the facility will
be properly
maintained?
Attach Map(s) Location Map.pdf 1.3MB
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Preliminary Engineering/Design Cost:
Preliminary N/A
Engineering/Design
Cost
Right of Way Cost N/A
Project Con Cost $621,888
Local Match $155,472
LTF, Article 3 Funds 466,416
Requested
Total Project Cost $621,888
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
have read the W (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 W (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.
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