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Art3_RanchoCucamonga_FY23_BikePed_CucaCreekMaint_AppTDA Article 3 Grant Application: Bicycle & Pedestrian Project Project Title Priority if Submitting Multiple Applications Project Type Project Length Cucamonga Creek Channel Bike Trail from Foothill Blvd. to Base Line Rd. Maintenance of existing facility (10% max of funds available for allocation) 1.14 mile Local Match Funding Local AB2766 Funds Sources Contact Name Justine Garcia Agency Rancho Cucamonga Contact Phone 909-77 4-2046 Contact Email justine.garcia@cityofrc.us Project Need & Purpose Clear project description In an effort to increase bicycle and pedestrian access, improve safety, and encourage more walking/bicycling, the proposed project includes maintenance of the 1.14 mile of the existing Class I Bike Trail along the existing Cucamonga 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 Cucamonga Creek Channel maintenance access roads as trails. This project aims to refresh the existing paved maintenance road/bike and pedestrian trail along the west side of Cucamonga Creek Channel from Foothill Blvd. to Red Hill Country Club Dr. and along the east side from P.E. Trail to Base line Rd. The project includes, pavement reconstruction, slurry seal coating, striping and new signage. Provide data to The proposed Class I Bicycle Trail project will provide over 5,725 students from support potential use seven schools(Jasper, Carnelian,Valle Vista, Los Amigos and Bear Gulch of the bicycle or Elementary, Cucamonga Middle School,and Alta Loma High School)within the sidewalk facility Central,Cucamonga,Alta Loma School Districts and Chaffey Joint Union High School District and their families with 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 Cucamonga Creek Trail: •Immediately adjacent to the trail—461 students •Within one-half mile—3,922 students •Within one mile—5,725 students According to a past surveys,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 4 public parks,a city library, 7 elementary schools,and 1 high school(spanning across 4 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. Describe how project The Cucamonga Creek Channel Bike Trail runs north to south on the west side of is situated in the Rancho Cucamonga providing a direct regional connection to the PE Trail and regional system. Trailhead.This project will provide additional access for the region to Victoria Explain how this Gardens,Community/Senior Centers and the southern area of the City which project is consistent includes commercial, manufacturing and industrial jobs access. with a Regional Transportation Plan Cucamonga Creek Channel Bike Trail is identified in the San Bernardino County or SBCTA's Non-Motorized Transportation Plan(NMTP)March 2011 (Revised June 2018)as Countywide Active "Existing conditions"(Table 5.89). 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 Cucamonga Creek Channel Bike Trail presently serve residential destinations served neighborhoods in the northwest area of the City.The proposed project would by this project. provide direct connection for neighborhoods in this area of the City to access the Destinations can be Pacific Electric Trail which provides access to numerous parks(i.e., Red Hill in a list form with Community Park, Lions Park),schools(i.e.,Jasper Elementary,Carnelian potential number of Elementary,Valle Vista Elementary, Los Amigos Elementary, Bear Gulch bike/ped users Elementary, Cucamonga Middle School,Alta Loma High School), business and described. shopping opportunities(i.e.,Albertson Shopping Center, Foothill Vineyard Plaza, Thomas Winery Plaza), recreational facilities(i.e., Lion East and Lion West 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 use Cucamonga Creek Channel project will improve Bike Trail from Base Line Rd.to Foothill Blvd. must walk/ride on rough surfaces due cyclist and/or to cracking on the existing pavement which poses a tripping hazard.The pedestrian safety. rehabilitation of the existing pavement by slurry sealing the AC will fill the cracks and Where able,site the provide smooth surface and a safe environment for pedestrians and bicyclists. number of collisions during an identified This project complements many of the City's efforts to promote safe active timeframe this transportation.The City has a comprehensive Safe Routes to School Program project aims to aimed at improving safety and educating and encouraging children to walk/bike to address. 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. Explain the This project will provide a north/south connection by way of a Class I Bike Trail multimodal or transit (Cucamonga Creek Channel)to a Class I Regional Multi-use Trail(Pacific Electric system connectivity Trail). In addition the project provides access to multiple Omnitrans bus lines provided by this including Route 66 which connects to Route 67 and Chaffey College,and Route 80 project. which connects to the Ontario Airport and Route 85 that heads south to the Chino Transit Center. Establish the level of This project is currently funded by the TDA Article 3 Program with a grant award the project's from the 2020 Cycle, however after further assessment of the existing trail pavement readiness.Include a within the project limits, it has been determined that the project will require asphalt discussion on the reconstruction in some areas, in addition to the areas that can be crack and slurry local participation sealed.The need for reconstruction of the trail has caused a significant increase in process that resulted cost. in the identification and prioritization of The project is currently being designed by Rancho Cucamonga Engineering Staff the project. and is scheduled to be ready for construction by Summer of 2024 and be completed well before the June 2025 grant deadline. 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 was similar results?If no, 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.and 2.)Day Creek Channel from Highland Ave.to Base Line Rd.The combined project was completed on schedule. Recently the City has needed to utilize two extensions for the Day Creek Channel from Base Line to Jack Benny project,due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, multiple unanticipated retirements that resulted in the change of project manager,and the difficulties had in hiring new engineering staff to backfill these positions.The CIP Team is now fully staffed and the Team has been diligently working to move this project forward to completion with design at 100%and construction scheduled to begin at the end of 2023. What provisions does City maintenance operations are funded from General Fund and Gas Tax revenues the agency have in which support a large contingent of staff and contractors that have maintained the place to ensure the world class community of Rancho Cucamonga for over four decades. facility will be properly maintained? Describe Project The project is currently at the beginning stages of design, has partial funding and is Readiness anticipated to be ready for construction in the Summer of 2024.We are requesting additional funding from the TDA Article 3 grant program with the same match percentage as the previously approved project(65%TDA, 35%City)to be able to fully fund the project. Attach Map(s) Attach Picture(s) Attach Other Preliminary Engineering/Design Cost: Preliminary N/A Engineering/Design Cost Right of Way Cost N/A Project Con Cost $120,000 Local Match $42,000 LTF,Article 3 Funds $78,000 Requested Total Project Cost $120,000 Project Evaluation Criteria Overall Quality of Application: 15 pts Project Need and Purpose: 25 pts Project Readiness: 15 pts Cost Effectiveness: 15 pts Timeliness of Prior Project Completion: 5 pts Matching Funds: 25 pts have read the (1)the total award amount will be rescinded if the agency fails to submit a Claim Form guidelines and and Authorizing Resolution within SIX months of award notification,and understand:* _ (2)Failure to demonstrate progress, measured by expenditure of funds,within ONE year of award notification will result in an automatic recission of funding,and (3)Failure to secure a construction contract(if included in the scope of work)within THREE years of award notification will result in an automatic recission of funding.