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FEASIBILITY STUDY
CITY OF MOORPARK
JUNE 18TH, 2003
ARROYO SIMI TRAIL
FEASIBILITY STUDY
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City of Moorpark
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Acknowledgements
The Arroyo Simi Trail Feasibility Study involved the participation of several public agencies, each
of which provided input and assistance in the preparation of this report. The following agencies
and individuals provided essential input and helpful suggestions:
City of Moorpark,
Ken Gilbert, Public Forks Director
-like Mathews, Senior Nfanagement Analyst
Barry Hogan, Community Development Dircctor
Mary- Lindley, Director of Community Services
Patrick Hunter, Mayor
Keith E Milhouse, Mayor Pro Temporc
Roscann Mikos, Council Membcr
Clint D. Harper, Council Member
Janice S. Parvin, Council Membcr
City of Simi Valley
Nlichael Kuhn, Senior Planner, Department of Environmental Services
Jim Purtcc, Deputy Director of Economic Development
County of Ventura
Ginger Girardi, Ventura County Transportation Commission
Robin Gester, Permit Engineer Ventura Co. Watershed Protection District
California Department of Transportation
Melanie Bradford, Bicycle Planner
Lee Rennackcr, Permits Department
Rancho Simi Recreation and Parks District
Ed Hayduk, Park Planning & Development Administrator
Katherine Blansctt, Park Planning
Wayne Nakaoka, Development Supervisor
Ventura County Transportation Commission
Pcter Dc Haan, Director Transportation Programming, Legislation, and Grants
Ginger Gherardi, Executive Director
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ExecutiveSummary .................................................................... ............................... E -1
1.0 Introduction ................................................................................ ............................1 -1
A. Purpose of the F=easibility Study ........................................................................ ............................... 1 -2
B. Project Study Area ................................................................................................ ............................... 1 -4
C. Trail Route Goals .................................................................................................. ............................... 1 -6
D. TrA Route Objectivcs ......................................................................................... ............................... 1 -6
F. Relationship to Othcr Documents .................................................................... ............................... 1 -6
2.0 Route Identification & Evaluation ......................................... ............................... 2 -1
A. Route ldcntification ............................................................................................. ............................... 2 -2
B. Route Evaluation Criteria ....................................................................................... ............................2 -2
C. Selection Evaluation Nfatrix ................................................................................ ............................... 2 -4
D. Route Evaluation .................................................................................................. ............................... 2 -5
3.0 Trail Feasibility Summary & Next -Step Recommendations . ............................... 3 -1
A. Route Selection Summary .1vIap .......................................................................... ............................... 3 -2
B. Near -Term Trail Route ......................................................................................... ............................... 3 -5
C. Long - 'Perm Trail Route ....................................................................................... ............................... 3 -8
D. Ncxt -Step Rccommenda6ons ............................................................................... ...........................3 -11
4.0 Preliminary Construction & Design Cost Analysis ............... ............................... 4 -1
A. Cost A ssumptions ................................................................................................ ............................... 4 -2
B. Opinion of Construction Cost ........................................................................... ............................... 4 -5
5.0 Trail Management, Operation & Maintenance
A. Owncrship ............................................................................................................. ............................... 5 -2
B. Administradon ....................................................................................................... ............................... 3 -2
C. Funding .................................................................................................................. ............................... 3 -3
D. Liabilit`' ................................................................................................................... ............................... 5 -4
L'. Operations & Nl aintcnancc ................................................................................. ............................... 3 -5
F.--%faintenancc Nccds ............................................................................................... ............................... 5 -6
U. Maintenance Costs ................................. . ............................................................................................ 3 -?
6.0 Works Cited ............................................................................ ............................... 6 -1
Appendices
A. Environmental Base Line Study
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C. Recreational land Use Statute
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LIST OF FIGURES ;
Figure1: Class I Bikeway ............................................................................................. ............................... 1 -3 Table o Contents
I.igure 2: Class II Bikeway ........................................................................................... ............................... 1 -3
Figure3: Class I Bikeway ............................................................................................. ............................... 1 -3
Figure 4: Arroyo Simi Trail Corridor Segment Map ........................................... ............................... 1 -5
Figure 5: Route Evaluation Segment A ................................................................... ............................... 2 -5
Figure 6: Route Evaluation Map - Segment A, Sheet 1 ...................................... ............................... 2 -7
Figure 7: Route 1valuation Map - Segment A, Sheet 2 ...................................... ............................... 2 -8
Figure 8: Route Evaluation Nlap - Segment A, Sheet 3 ...................................... ............................... 2 -9
Figure 9: Route I ;valuation - Segment B ............................................................... ............................... 2 -20
Figure 10: Route Evaluation flap - Segment B, Sheet 4 .................................. ............................... 2 -22
Figure 11: Route I "valuation NIap - Segment B, Sheet 5 .................................. ............................... 2 -23
Figure 12:.Route Fvaluation Segment C ................................................................... ...........................2 -50
Figure 13 : Route Lvaluation NIap - Segment C, Sheet 6 ................................. ............................... 2 -52
Figure 14: Route Evaluation Nfap - Segment C, Sheet 7 ...................................... ...........................2 -53
Figure 13: Route Selection Summary Jap ............................................................. ............................... 3 -3
Figure 16 : Near -Term 'frail Route INIap ................................................................. ............................... 3 -6
Figure 17: Long -Term Trail Route Map .................................................................. ............................... 3 -9
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Selection Evaluation NIatrix :...................................................................... ............................... 2 -4
Table 2: Opinion of Construction Cost ...................................................................... ............................... 4 -5
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Executive Summary
The Arroyo Simi Trail Feasibility Study establishes the most feasible near and long -term route of a multi-
use pedestrian and bicycle trail along the Arroyo Simi corridor. The multi -use trail is intended to promote
alternative forms of transportation and provide new recreational opportunities consistent with the goals
set forth in the City of Moorpark's General Plan, City of Simi Valley's Bicycle Master Plan, and Ventura
County's Regional Trails and Pathways Master Plan Report.
The trail corridor is located within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City of Moorpark, County of
Ventura and City of Simi Valley. Other agencies with jurisdiction in the project study area include the
Ventura County \ atershed Protection District, Caltrans, and Southern California Regional Rail Authority
(SCRRA). The planning effort for this Feasibility Study has included key stakeholder interviews, field
investigation, jurisdictional agency coordination, environmental surveys, and applicable plan ning document
research and review. The resulting routes in the Arroyo Simi Trail Feasibility Study largely reflect the input
and advice provided through the planning process.
The proposed trail traverses approximately ) miles stretching between the westerly Moorpark City limit
and extends easterly through the City of \-loorpark and unincorporated Ventura County, to the westerly
terminus of the City of Simi Valley's existing trail system crossing both privately and publicly owned
property. The proposed trail route consists of a combination of Class I and Class [l. facilities with
connections to neighborhoods, schools, parks, downtown Moorpark, employment centers and planned
regional trail facilities.
On a regional scale, the Arroyo Simi Trail section is a vital trail corridor within the "Ultimate Loop"
of Southern California. The Ultimate Loop is a regional system of planned and constructed trails that
will ultimately connect several communities in both Ventura and Los Angeles Counties to each other,
major destinations, and neighboring regional trail networks. An assortment of trail sections make up this
Ultimate loop including:
• Simi to the Sea Trail (Simi Valley through Moorpark to the Santa Monica Mountains)
• Saugus to the Sea Trail (Santa Clara River Corridor to the Santa Monica Mountains)
• Backbone Trial (Santa Nionica Mountains to Point Mugu,
• Coastal Trail (Point \ -lugu to the Santa Clara River),
• Santa Paula Branch Line "frail (City of Ventura through the Santa Clara River Corridor),
• Santa Clara River Trail (Ventura County to the City of Santa Clarita).
Ultimately, connections to the Coastal Trail and Pacific Crest Trail via the Arroyo Simi Trail's link in
the Ultimate Loop would provide Moorpark and Simi Valley residents the ability to reach Mexico and
Canada.
The Arroyo Simi Trail Feasibility Study provides support for an Arroyo Simi Trail concept and its ability to
be developed along a continuous route and constructed within a normal cost range. The City Councils and
other regulating authorities should utilize this foundation document to prepare a definitive trail alignment
study for adoption. Looking forward tow providing project: funding for the trails development and
documentation of public support along with business partnerships will be essential.
The development of an economic strategy utilizing an enterprise group for public, private and government
grants for the capital improvements should be given a priority. The development of project phasing funding
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is a one to two year commitment for initial resources to become available. The primary funding source
will be through transportation funding opportunities. Transportation funding is essentially provided for
bicycle commuting purposes. All future planning and documentation should make an emphasis on bicycle
commuting rather than recreational uses. Executive Summary
Recreational trail resources are fewer, lower in overall funding and more competitive than transportation
funds. Funding for master planning and preliminary environmental documentation is rarely available
through agency grants. Funding for the preliminary work will need to be provided by the regulating
agencies and joint venture options.
Looking forward to future planning and implementation of the Arroyo Simi Trail, the following actions
arc recommended:
1. City Council should authorize development of Bicycle Transportation Plan (BTP) to cover
Class I, Ii & III alternate transportation bikeways and multi use trail opportunities. The BTP
is the base documentation requested and usually is required when applying for transportation
funding.
2. City Council should authorize preparation of updates to Circulation and Park & Recreation
Elements to the City General Plan. This will provide consistency in the planning process and
give an opportunity for public participation. Timing for the General Plan update should be
reviewed with the City Planning Department staff.
3. City Council should authorize at a minimum the starting of environmental impact report
(1 ?IR) to determine preferred alternatives for the Arroyo Simi Trail in the Citv of Moorpark.
This could be expanded if the other regulating agencies on the proposed trail alignment were
amenable to establishing a joint Powers Agreement o PA). This would also be the opportunity-
to share funding costs for a complete EIR. If the jPA is considered it should include financial
planning for the operations and maintenance conditions that will exist after construction.
4. Prepare Public Participation Plan to include all stakeholders of Arroyo Simi Trail. Establish
meeting dates and locations for public notice. This is to develop a consensus support group
with common interests, benefits and objectives. Through the public participation process a
concentration on the development of state legislative support wit] be instrumental in future
funding resources.
5. Concurrent with the development of the EIR, a project engineers cost estimate by phases
should be prepared and matched with funding sources for the City of Moorpark section of
the Arroyo Simi Trail. City staff should consider requesting City Council to establish a budget
line item for matching funds for grant opportunities. A cash commitment and in kind services
of staff and consultants will make the project competitive.
6. Planning for the longer term the City or jl?A should consider developing an Enterprise Team.
This group will identify and utilize a combination of revenue centers with the emphasis of
pubic /private, joint ventures, partnerships or concession agreements to provide both for
additional capital improvements and the operation and maintenance of the trail. The early
establishment of this group would allow it to also be involved in the grant development
program for phasing the Arroyo Simi Trail construction.
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Trails, while meeting the goals of alternative transportation and recreation provide a multiple of additional
benefits to the community. Health benefits included through regular exercise arc reduced heart disease,
hypertension and cholesterol. The economic benefits from trail users, visitors and vacationers provide
increased sales tax revenues when they purchase equipment, meals, lodging and transportation from local
retailers. Environmental and resource protection benefits should not be overlooked when reviewing the
multiple benefits of trails. Well- designed trails mitigate damage by controlling public access when they route
users through or around sensitive resource areas. The resource benefit examples would include riparian
habitat, archeological sites and endangered species nesting areas. 'frail users receive educational benefits
by learning of the natural, historical and cultural community resources, and are ideal elementary school
field trips and university outdoor classrooms. Trails also provide enjoyable and interesting experiences that
support a variety of wildlife viewing, photography and community volunteer activities.
This section describes the Arroyo Simi Trail Fcasibdity Study's purpose, provides an over\ -,icw of the
Project Study area, identifies the three trail segments and outlines the Study's goals and objectives. Also
included in this section is a discussion of how the Feasibility Study relates to existing documents.
A. Purpose of the Feasibility Study
The purpose of this F=easibility Study is to determine route alternatives, and suggest the most
feasible trail routes, within the Arroyo Simi Creek Corridor for the proposed section of the Arroyo
Simi Trail that commences at the westerly Moorpark City Limits and extends easterly, through
the City of Moorpark and unincorporated Ventura County, to the westerly terminus of the City
of Simi Vallcy's existing trail system. Development of an implementation plan and the future
construction of the arroyo Simi Trail will be contingent upon the City's selection of a final trail
route. The proposed Trail is intended to serve commuter and recreational needs while reducing
traffic congestion, improving air quality, and providing non - motorized forms of transportation.
This section of the Arroyo Simi Trail is proposed to be a Class I /multi -use pedestrian and bicycle
trail located within the Arroyo Simi Creek Corridor. Whcre environmental, regulatory, physical
and /or fiscal constraints make the provision of a Class 1 /multi -use trail within the Creek Corridor
infeasible an alternative route(s) and /or bicycle class system has been provided. Consistent with
Section 1000 of the Caltrans Highway Design l'tanual, this Feasibility Study defines Class 1, Class
1.1, and Class III bikeways as described below:
• Class I Bikeway — `Bike paths" provided within a completely seperated right -of -way
designated for the exclusive use of bicycles and pedestrians with crossflows by motorists
minimized. Caltrans standards require bike paths to have a minimum paved width of 8
feet and be completely seperated from a street.
• Class II Bikeway — "Bike lanes" provided within a restricted right -of -way designated
for the exclusive or semi - exclusive use of bicycles with through travel by motor vehicles
or pedestrians prohibited, but with vehicle parking and crossflows by pedestrians and
motorists permitted. Caltrans standards require bike lanes to be striped with a 6 inch solid
white line that provides a minimum 4 foot exclusive bicycle travel lane.
• Class III Bikeway "Bike routes" provided within the street right -of -way designated
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westerly terminus of the City )f Simi Valley's Creek Corridor Trail, This section of the existing Arroyo) Simi
boundaries including the Proposed Arroy' Simi Trail crosses three jurisdictional
agencies with jurisdiction of N'l()Irp,,-k, City of Simi Ville),*, and Count-Y of Ventura . Other
Protection District, n In the Pro)-cct Study Area include the Ventura '
Caltrans, and Southern California ' . County Watershed
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following three this Feasibility Study, the Proposed Axro-�,-O Simi Trail has been divided into the
segments as illustrated in Figure 4:
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City "jrn'ts just southwest ()f Oak Park, This segment also includes the northern area ()f
the City Of -Moorpark that extends south from
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Corridor that extends from the eastern unimproved porlj(,, ()f the Arroyo SIM-1 Creek
east to Moorpark Citv Limits just Madera Road and the terminus of the Cju�" southwest Of Oak Park,
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C. Trail Route Goals
For the purpose of this Feasibility Study, the following goals have been established:
• Interconnectivity between neighborhoods in the City of Moorpark.
• Access through rural areas of Ventura County with connections to the City of Simi
Valley's regional bike system.
• Opportunities for a future City -to- the -Sca trail west of the City of Moorpark.
Furthermore, when evaluating a potential trail route, the route should:
• Avoid and /or minimize environmental impacts to the greatest extent possible.
• \-laximizc consistency with existing plans, documents and current planning efforts to the
greatest extent possible.
• Provide the greatest compatibility with adjacent land uses.
• Minimize emrironmental permit requirements to the greatest extent possible.
• Minimize impacts to private property.
• Provide the greatest opportunity to maintain a consistent Class I/vfulti -use Bikeway.
• Provide the most direct and consistent route.
• ?Maximize commuter value to the greatest extent possible.
• ?Maximize recreational value to the greatest extent possible.
• Minimize construction and maintenance costs to the greatest extent possible.
• Have the greatest potential for near -term construction.
D. Trail Route Objectives
To achieve these goals, the following objectives have been established:
• Evaluate the Project Study Area, identify potential opportunities and constraints, and
establish the route evaluation criteria for identifying a most feasible trail route.
• Identify trail route alternatives.
• Evaluate and rank alternative trail routes using the established route evaluation criteria.
• Set forth the most feasible arroyo Simi Trail route for possible future construction.
E. Relationship to Other Documents
The section of the proposed arroyo Simi Trail included in this Feasibility Stud}- crosses three
jurisdictional boundaries: the City of Moorpark, City of Simi Valley and County of Ventura (See
Title Sheet). Given its cross - jurisdictional nature, this Feasibility Study must ensure any proposed
route is compatible with other relevant planning efforts. The documents and planning efforts
listed below have been reviewed and consulted during the preparation of this Feasibility Study:
• City of Moorpark General Plan — The General Plan contains numerous policies,
as well as a Bikcway Plan, that encourage the establishment of a citywidc network of
bicycle routes for commuter and recreational use. The alternative routes) presented in
this Feasibility Study coincide with the policies and bikeway network set forth in the
Circulation Element.
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The Management & Restoration Plan contains goals and policies that encourage the
1 establishment and maintenance of recreation and trails along and adjacent to the Arroyo
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set forth in the Nfanagcment & Restoration Plan.
City of Simi Valley General Plan - The General Plan contains goals and policies that
encourage the development of a trails network system for biking, hiking and riding that
will link the parks and provide regional connections with adjacent jurisdictions. The
alternative routc(s) presented in this Feasibility Study coincide with the conceptual
recreation trail route shown on the Nlastcr Trails System of the General Plan.
City of Simi Valley Bicycle Master Plan - The Bicycle %,faster Plan contains a detailed
inventory of existing bicycle facilities and specific recommendations for the City's bicycle
network. The City's existing bikcway system terminates at Nfadcra Road; the %faster Plan
proposes an extension of this system to the westerly City Limits I.ine. The alternative
routc(s) presented in this Feasibility Study is largely consistent with the City's proposed
portion; thus facilitating connectivity to the regional bikcway system.
Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Trails Master Plan - The Trails Nfastcr
Plan contains the conceptual alignments for multi purpose recreational trail corridors
within the City of Simi Valley. The Plan depicts an alignment that extends west from
Madera Road to the City Limits l.inc. The alternative routc(s, prescnted in this Feasibility
Study is consistent with the conceptual alignments shown on the Master Plan.
Ventura County General Plan - The General Plan contains goals and policies that
encourage the establishment of a Countywide network of trails and promote the use of
open space and other physical resources including utility casements and flood control
easements. The alternative route(s) presented in this Feasibility Study support joint -usc
opportunities and utilization of open space, consistent with the General Plan, through the
use of existing access roads and flood control casements.
Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master Plan Report -The Regional Trails
& Pathways Master Plan Report sets the framework for non - motorized transportation,
for both commuting and recreation, in the County of Ventura. The Plan sets forth the
Primary Non- motorized Transportation System necessary to create a functioning regional
system extending from the Ventura /Los Angeles County line to the Pacific Ocean, which
includes the Arroyo Simi Pathway. The alternative route(s) presented in this Feasibility
Studv coincide with the County's Master Plan, thus facilitating connectivity to the regional
bikeway system.
Calleguas Creek Watershed Management Plan The Management Plan provides
a comprehensive watershed management plan for the sustainable development of the
Calleguas Creek watershed and its resources. Included in the Plan goals and policies is
the creation of high - quality outdoor recreational opportunities through the use of public
agencies creek corridor access roads and right -of -ways. The alternative routes) presented
in this feasibility Study support joint -usc opportututics, consistent with the ?Management
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Plan, through the use of existing access roads.
• Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report — The Preliminary Design Report evaluates
deficiencies of the existing Arroyo Simi channel from Tierra Rejada Road to Spring Road
in \.loorpark. The report also provides recommendations for the preliminary design of
channel improvements including the provision of recreational opportunities by permitting
use of access roads for hiking and bicycling. The alternative route(s) presented in this
Feasibility Study support joint -use opportunities, consistent with the Preliminary Design
Report, through the use of existing access roads.
• The Canyons Project - The Canyons is a master planned community located in the
northwest portion of the City of Simi Valley near the 118 freeway and city boundary. The
project proposes a mix of land uses as well as the preservation of open space, wedand and
oak woodland areas that integrate pedestrian and bicycle trails and provide connections to
regional trail systems. The alternative route(s) presented in this Feasibility Study coincide
with the trail route proposed in the project's Master Trails Plan with connections at
Alamos Canyon Road and Nladcra Road.
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A. Route Identification
This Feasibility- Study presents several trail routing alternatives, or options, within each of the three
trail corridor segments. Each potential trail option was identified through field tours, aerial map
resources, stakeholder interviews and document research. These trail options were then numbered
and mapped, graphically illustrating their location within the Project Study Area to serve as the
basis for the route evaluation process. The trail options have been assigned numbers arbitrarily
and do not reflect their ranking or prioritization.
B. Route Evaluation Criteria
One of the first steps in assessing the feasibility of potential trail route alternatives is to carefuliv
establish trail route criteria against which all potential trail routes can be evaluated. The evaluation
criteria arc based on the spatial requirements of the trail corridor, an understanding of potential
funding sources, research of relevant planning documents and permitting requirements, and a
baseline assessment of the Arroyo's environmental setting. These criteria have been divided in to
four overarching categories; Environmental, Regulatory, Physical and Fiscal.
The evaluation criteria described in the following section will be applied to each of the trail
segments in order to make a determination as to which trail routes, if any, arc most feasible within
the Arroyo Simi corridor. Fach criterion has been assigned a number which correlates to both the
route selections summary matrix and the detailed route evaluation.
Environmental
(1) Environmental impacts — impacts to biological resources, including existing
vegetation and slopes, sensitive plant and animal species, aquatic habitats, water
quality, jurisdictional wetlands, and riparian habitat areas. Appendix A contains a
detailed baseline report of the Arroyo Simi's Biological Resources.
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(2) Consistency with existing plans — City of Moorpark General Plan, Management &
Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within �Joorpark City f,imits, City of Simi Vaflcy
General Plan, City of Simi Valley Bicycle ?Master Plan, Ventura County General Plan,
Ventura County Bikeway Plan, Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master
Plan Report, Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report, Vcnrura County Transportation
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three key areas of this section. First, a description of the route evaluation criteria is presented. Second, a
route evaluation matrix is provided which ranks the feasibility of each trail option. Third, and in support
of the summary matrix, an in -depth evaluation of each trail route option is provided, using the evaluation
criteria established in this chapter as the basis for evaluation.
A. Route Identification
This Feasibility- Study presents several trail routing alternatives, or options, within each of the three
trail corridor segments. Each potential trail option was identified through field tours, aerial map
resources, stakeholder interviews and document research. These trail options were then numbered
and mapped, graphically illustrating their location within the Project Study Area to serve as the
basis for the route evaluation process. The trail options have been assigned numbers arbitrarily
and do not reflect their ranking or prioritization.
B. Route Evaluation Criteria
One of the first steps in assessing the feasibility of potential trail route alternatives is to carefuliv
establish trail route criteria against which all potential trail routes can be evaluated. The evaluation
criteria arc based on the spatial requirements of the trail corridor, an understanding of potential
funding sources, research of relevant planning documents and permitting requirements, and a
baseline assessment of the Arroyo's environmental setting. These criteria have been divided in to
four overarching categories; Environmental, Regulatory, Physical and Fiscal.
The evaluation criteria described in the following section will be applied to each of the trail
segments in order to make a determination as to which trail routes, if any, arc most feasible within
the Arroyo Simi corridor. Fach criterion has been assigned a number which correlates to both the
route selections summary matrix and the detailed route evaluation.
Environmental
(1) Environmental impacts — impacts to biological resources, including existing
vegetation and slopes, sensitive plant and animal species, aquatic habitats, water
quality, jurisdictional wetlands, and riparian habitat areas. Appendix A contains a
detailed baseline report of the Arroyo Simi's Biological Resources.
Regula_ tore
(2) Consistency with existing plans — City of Moorpark General Plan, Management &
Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within �Joorpark City f,imits, City of Simi Vaflcy
General Plan, City of Simi Valley Bicycle ?Master Plan, Ventura County General Plan,
Ventura County Bikeway Plan, Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master
Plan Report, Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report, Vcnrura County Transportation
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Commission (VCTC), Ventura County \X- arershcd Protection District, Rancho Simi
Recreation & Park District, and other current planning efforts.
(3) Adjacent land uses — Proximity to urban land uses such as industrial, commercial, CHAPTER 2
residential, open space, and public facilities. Route Identification &
Evaluation
(4) Environmental permit requirements — Environmental permits and regulatory
approvals from U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USF\K'S), Department of Fish & Game
(DFG), Army Corps of Engineers (ACOF.) and the Regional Water Quality Control
Board (R\Xr'QCB)1
cment and /or property
maintenance /access roads,
channels, railroad right -of-
Arroyo Simi per the intent
of destinations, minimum
n into the regional bikeway
corridors, noise impacts,
pace, public facilities, park
of public land, existing
ek corridors, flood control
provement projects, future
redevelopment projects.
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(5) Private property impacts - Coordination and eas
acquisition.
Physical
(6) Class I /Multi -use bikeway - Placement within existing
utility and access casements, creek corridors, flood control
ways, and /or udlity corridors.
(7) Direct and consistent route — Proximity of route to the
of the Feasibility Study.
(8) Commuter value — Sy stem connectivity, maximum number
delay, on- street bike lane connections, access and integratio
system.
(9) Recreational value — Trailheads and staging areas, view
odor sources, traffic and road /bikeway conditions, open s
and recreational facilities.
Fiscal
(10) Construction and maintenance costs — Utilization
maintenance /access roads, utility and access casements, cre
channels, railroad right -of- ways, and /or utility corridors.
(11) Near -term construction — In conjunction with capital im
road improvement projects, development projects and /or
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C. Route Selection Evaluation Matrix
SEGMENT A
Option 1 (Shts 1 -3)
Option 2 (Sht 1)
0
1
2
1
2
2
0
0
1
1
2
2
2
1
2 2 0
2 2 1
2
2
15
15
Option 3 (Shts 2 -3)
Option 4 (Sht 3)
1
2
2
1
1
0
1
2
1
2
2
0
2
0
2 1
1 0
1
2
1
2
15
12
SEGMENT B
Option 1 (Sht 4)
2
2
1
2
0
2
2
1 1
0
0
13
Option 2 (Sht 4)
2
1
1
2
1
0
0
1 0
2
2
12
Option 3 (Sht 4)
Option 4 (Shts 4 -5)
2
2
0
0
1
0
2
2
2
2
1 2
1 2
1
1
1
0
15
12
Option 5 (Shts 4 -5)
Option 6 (Shts 4 -5)
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0
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
0
1 1
1 0
1
2Option
0
9
7 (Shts 4 -5)
1
0
1
2
1
1 1
D
0
10
Option B (Shts 4 -5)
Option 9 (Sht 5 -6)
1
2
2
0
1
1
2
2
1
0
0
2
0
0
2 0
1 1
1
1
2
1
12
11
Option 10 (Sht 5)
2
1
1
2
0
2
2
1 2
1
1
15
Option 11 (Shts 5 -6)
2
1
1
2
2
0
0
1 0
2
1
12
Option 12 (Shts 5 -6)
0
1
0
0
1
2
2
2 2
0
0
10
SEGMENT C
Option 1 (Sht 6)
2
1
1
2
0
2
0
1 1
1
0
11
Option 2 (Shts 6 -7)
2
1
1
2
2
0
1
1 1
2
1
14
Option 3 (Sht 6)
1
0
1
1
1
2
1
1 0
1
1
10
Option 4 (Sht 6)
0
2
0
0
1
2
2
2
2
0
0
11
Option 5 (Shls 6 -7)
1
2
1
1
0
2
2
2
2
1
1
15
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D. Route Evaluation
The following section provides an in -depth evaluation of each alternative trail option against the
criteria established in this chapter. The evaluation presents a key map, brief trail option description,
and detailed listing of trail option attributes relative to the evaluation criteria.
Segment A
This segment (see Figure 5 below), includes the improved portion of the Arroyo Simi Creek
Corridor that extends from the Peach Hill Wash confluence near Hitch Boulevard, east to the
limits of the existing channel improvements at the rail crossing north of Science Drive (see Figure
4, Arroyo Simi Corridor Trial Segment Flap in Chapter 1 for trail segment detail).
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Figure 5: Route (valuation Segment A
The following alternative route options have been identified in Segment A and are illustrated,
along with their associated opportunities and constraints, on the proceeding route evaluation
maps, Figures 6-8:
• Option 1 A
• Option 2A
• Option 3A
• Option 4A
Detailed evaluations of each trail route option is presented following the route evaluation maps.
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Option 1 A - Yellow
This option runs along the north side of
the Arroyo Simi primarily along the existing
levee roadway. It extends from Hitch
Boulevard cast to the existing railroad bridge
north of Science Drive. This option utilizes
an existing; bridge under crossing at Spring
Road as well as three proposed bridge under
crossings at Tierra Rcjada, New Los Angeles
Avenue and the intersection of the Arroyo
Simi and SCRRA railroad. (See M.ap Sheets
1 through 3).
Facility Class
Length:
Jurisdiction:
I
21,787 linear feet
County of Ventura
City of Nfoorpark
Ni`cntura County
Watershed
Protection District
Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA)
Caltrans
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing graded Arroyo Simi levee roadway.
• Requires bridge under crossing construction within creek corridor at Tierra Rejada,
New Los Angeles Avenue, and the existing railroad crossing; south of New Los Angeles
Ay,enuc.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option runs adjacent to Arroyo Simi.
• Consistent with the City of Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Management & Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within Moorpark
City Limits.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master Plan Report.
• Consistent with the arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Wetlands 1litigation l?nhancement Area buffers trail from adjacent land uses.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• Army Corps of I ngincers
• Department of Fish & Game
• C.S. Fish & Wildlife Scrvice
• Regional Water Quality Control Board
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(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and easement acquisition with Ventura County Watershcd
Protection District, SCRRA, and the County of Ventura.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 1 facility on Arroyo Simi levee roadway.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Option runs adjacent to Arroyo Simi.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connections to Downtown :Moorpark and 'Moorpark High School.
• Option requires a controlled crossing; at the entrance to Glenwood Park on Tierra
Rejada.
(I) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class I. facility runs adjacent to Arroyo Simi.
• Potential connection to Arroyo Vista Community Park and Recreation Center via an
existing bridge at Leta Yancy and Glenwood Park.
• Northern road of existing Wetlands Mitigation Enhancement Area provides additional
path and /or overlook area (See Map Sheet 1).
• Channel modifications and wetlands enhancements proposed from Leta Yancy west to
Spring Road (See Map Sheets 2 and 31.
• Potential Trail Head /Staging Facility areas at Hitch Boulevard, Moorpark Avenue, and
west of existing %Vctlands Enhancement Area (Sec Nlap Sheet 1).
(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Utilizes existing graded Arroyo Simi levee roadway.
• Requires bridge under crossing construction within creek corridor at Tierra Rcjada, New
Los Angeles Avenue, and the existing railroad crossing.
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications and wetlands
mitigation enhancements extending from Leta Yancy west to Spring Road (Sec Map
Sheets 2 and 31).
• Existing bridge at Tierra Rcjada requires significant modifications to accommodate under
crossing. Existing ramps could allow for a Class 11 connection with a safe controlled
crossing near Glenwood Park. Class II connection could be utilized until the bridge
underpass improvements arc completed (See Tvlap Sheet 2).
• Spring Road underpass is already constructed, and just needs to be cleaned out when
Ventura County Watershed Protection District does future improvements.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications and wetlands
enhancements extending from Lcta Yancy west to Spring Road (Sec Map Sheets 2 and 3).
Option 1 could be temporarily constructed in this area with minimum path requirements until
the wetlands mitigation enhancement project is complete and Option 3 could be built as
the permanent path (See :''fap Sheets 2 and 3).
• Requires coordination with SCRRA — Metro Link for under crossing improvements.
• Potential to coordinate under crossing with proposed SCRRA railroad trestle
improvements.
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Option 2A - Rcd
'Phis option crosses the /Arroyo Simi via a
proposed bridge at the western edge of the
existing Wetlands Fnhancement Area and
CHAPTER 2 runs south along the east side of the existing
Route Identification & Peach llill Wash levee to the limits of the
Evaluation 1
2 -13
existing Class I and II bikeway connections at
Countrywood Drive (See Map Sheet 1).
Facility Class: I
Length: 3,178 linear feet
Jurisdiction: County of Ventura
City of Moorpark
Ventura County
Watershed Protection
District
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing graded Peach Hill Wash levee roadway.
• Requires bridge construction over Arroyo Simi.
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(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option runs adjacent to Peach Hill Wash.
• Potential connection to the City -'s Class I and II facilities to the south.
• Consistent with the Cit )- of Moorpark Gcneral Plan.
• Consistent with the Management and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential connection to the City's Class I and 11 facility to the south.
• Provides north /south connection across Arroyo Simi.
• Open Spacc buffers trail from adjacent residential land uses.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• Army Corps of Engineers
• Department of Fish & Game
• L.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
• Regional Water Quality Control Board
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and easement acquisition with Ventura County Watershed Protection
District and the County of Ventura.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway —
• Class I facility on Peach Hill Wash levee roadway.
• Potential to connect Arroyo Simi trail to existing Class 1 City bikeway.
of Nlcoroar4
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Option 2A - Rcd
'Phis option crosses the /Arroyo Simi via a
proposed bridge at the western edge of the
existing Wetlands Fnhancement Area and
CHAPTER 2 runs south along the east side of the existing
Route Identification & Peach llill Wash levee to the limits of the
Evaluation 1
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existing Class I and II bikeway connections at
Countrywood Drive (See Map Sheet 1).
Facility Class: I
Length: 3,178 linear feet
Jurisdiction: County of Ventura
City of Moorpark
Ventura County
Watershed Protection
District
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing graded Peach Hill Wash levee roadway.
• Requires bridge construction over Arroyo Simi.
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(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option runs adjacent to Peach Hill Wash.
• Potential connection to the City -'s Class I and II facilities to the south.
• Consistent with the Cit )- of Moorpark Gcneral Plan.
• Consistent with the Management and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential connection to the City's Class I and 11 facility to the south.
• Provides north /south connection across Arroyo Simi.
• Open Spacc buffers trail from adjacent residential land uses.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• Army Corps of Engineers
• Department of Fish & Game
• L.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
• Regional Water Quality Control Board
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and easement acquisition with Ventura County Watershed Protection
District and the County of Ventura.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway —
• Class I facility on Peach Hill Wash levee roadway.
• Potential to connect Arroyo Simi trail to existing Class 1 City bikeway.
of Nlcoroar4
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(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Option runs adjacent to Peach Hill Wash.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connection to the City's Class I and II facilities to the south.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class I facility runs adjacent to Peach Hill Wash.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Utilizes existing graded Peach Hill NX,'ash levee roadway.
• Requires bridge construction over Arroyo Simi.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Utilizes existing graded Pcach Hill Wash levee roadway.
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Option 3;\ — Oran
This option runs along the north side of the
Proposed \X- 'etlands Mitigation Enhancement
Area extending from Leta Yancy cast to
Spring Road (See \-lap Sheets 2 and 3).
Facility Class: 1
Length: 4,372 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of :Moorpark
Ventura County
Watershed Protection
District
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Construction could be coordinated
with channel modifications that
include a levee roadway and wetlands
enhancements.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option runs north of Arroyo Simi adjacent to proposed wetlands enhancement area.
• Consistent with the City of 'Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
• 'Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master Plan Report
• Consistent with the Management and Restoration Plan for the r\rroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the ,arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Proposed Wetlands Enhancement Area will buffer the trail to the south.
• Residential uses currently occur north of trail.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• If channel modifications arc part of the pathway construction process, permits from all
four agencies will be necessam
• If channel modification is already planned and permitted, no further permits will be
needed for path use along existing levee roads.
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and easement acquisition with Ventura County Watershed
Protection District.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 1 facility along the north side of the proposed wetlands enhancement area.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
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• Option runs north of Arroyo Simi adjacent to proposed wetlands enhancement area.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connection to Downtown Moorpark at Leta Yancy and Moorpark Avenue.
• Potential connection to - Moorpark High School via an existing bridge at Lcta Yancy.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Proposed wetlands enhancement area provides vista area.
• Potential Trail Hcad /Staging Facility with overlook area at Moorpark Avenue.
• Potential connection to Arroyo Vista Community Park and Recreation Center via an
existing bridge at beta Yancy.
(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Construction cotild be coordinated with channel modifications that include a levee
roadway and wetlands enhancements extending from Leta Yancy east to Spring Road
(Sec Nlap Sheets 2 and 3). Option 1 could be temporarily constructed in this area with
minimum path requirements until the wetlands enhancement project is complete and
Option 3 could be built as the permanent path (See tilap Sheets 2 and 3).
• Ventura County Watershed Protection District could coordinate easement and property
acquisition with wetlands enhancement.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Trail construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications and wetlands
enhancements. Option 1 could be temporarily constructed in this area with minimum
path requirements until the wetlands enhancement project is complete and Option 3
could be built as the permanent path (See Map Sheets 2 and 3).
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(Option 4A - \-Iagenta
This option begins at the intersection of
Spring Road and New Los Angeles avenue,
where it continues north on Spring Road to
the intersection of lust Los Angeles Avenue.
The option then continues east along fast
Los Angeles Avenue to connect with Option
213. (See Map Sheet 3).
Facility Class: 11
Length: 5,230 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Moorpark
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Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid J�
environmental impacts,-
• Utilizes existing streets. -
• Eliminates bridge under crossing - - - - -- -
improvements on New Los Angeles
Avenue and the railroad bridge on the Arroyo Simi required for Option 1A.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Spring Road widening anticipated July 2004 includes Class I1 bike lanes.
• Proposed East Los Angeles Avenue widening includes Class 11 bike lanes.
• Consistent with the Cit<- of Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with urban uses /streets.
• Connection to an existing Class I.11 facility on Science Drive.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• \one
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Impacts existing streets.
• None
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 11 facility on Spring Road.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connection to Downtown Moorpark.
• Potential connection to an existing Class III. facility on Science Drive.
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(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Potential conflicts with urban uscsfstrects.
(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Utilizes existing streets.
• Spring Road widening anticipated July 2004 includes Class II bike lanes.
• Proposed Fast Los Angeles Avenue widening includes Class If bike lanes.
• I.1iminates bridge under crossing improvements on New Los Angeles Avenue and the railroad
bridge on the Arroyo Simi (Option 1).
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Spring Road widening anticipated July 2004 includes Class II bike lanes.
• Proposed Fast Los Angeles Avenue widening includes Class I1 bike lanes.
• Eliminates bridge under crossing improvements on New Los Angeles Avenue and the railroad
bridge on the Arroyo Simi required for Option I.A.
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Segment B
This segment (See Figure 9 Below) includes the unimproved portion of the Arroyo Simi Creek
Corridor that extends from the rail crossing north of Science Drive, cast to the Moorpark Cin-
Limits just southwest of Oak Park. This segment also includes the northern area of the City of
Moorpark that extends south from Campus Park Drive, and west from College Heights Drive
cast to Campus Road, see Figure 4., Arroyo Simi Corridor Trail Scgmcnt Map in Chapter 1.0 for
segment trail details.
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Figure 9: Route FIvaluation Segment B
The following alternative route options have been identified in Scfnnent B and are illustrated,
along with their associated opportunities and constraints, on the proceeding route evaluation
maps, Figures 10 and 11:
• Option 1 B
• Option 2B
• Option 3B
• Option 4B
• Option 5B
• Option 6B
• Option 7B
• Option 8B
• Option 9B
• Option 10B
• Option 11 B
• Option 12B
Detailed evaluations of each trail route options is presented following the route evaluation maps.
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Option 1 B - Yellow
This option runs along the north side of
the arroyo Simi from the existing railroad
bridge north of Science Drive to Avenida
Colonia (Class 1). The western portion
follows an existing Caltrans maintenance road
and continues cast running along southern
property lines and the Arroyo Simi (Class I) to
the alley off Averaida Colonia and then south
on Avenida Colonia to the railroad (Class III,
See flap Sheet 4).
Facility Class: I & III
Length: 3,175 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of :Moorpark
Ventura County
Watershed Protection
District
Caltrans
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid - - - - -
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing Caltrans maintenance road, an alley, and streets.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Portion of option runs adjacent to arroyo Simi.
• Consistent with the City of Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
•
Consistent with the Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways \faster Plan Report.
• Consistent with the 'Ianagemcnt. and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with urban/ industrial land uses.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• None
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Caltrans and Ventura County
\Vatershed Protection District.
• Requires coordination and casement and / or property acquisition with private
landowners.
• Tentative agreement with Caltrans on a shared use of maintenance roads.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Majority of trail is a Class I facility on existing Caltrans maintenance road.
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• Class III facility on existing streets and alley.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Majority of option runs adjacent to Arroyo Simi.
• Deviates temporarily from desired Arroyo Simi route.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Option is a direct pathway with a minimum number of delays.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Potential conflicts with urban/ industrial land uses.
• Class I facility runs on existing Caltrans maintenance road and adjacent to the Arroyo
Simi.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Construct on existing Caltrans maintenance road.
• Requires coordination and casement and/ or property acquisition with private land
owners.
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications and wetlands
enhancements.
• Requires coordination and easement and / or property- acquisition with private landowners,
Ventura County Watershed Protection District, and Caltrans.
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Oration 2B - Red
This option runs north along an existing
Caltrans maintenance road (Class 1) to Fast '
Los Angeles Avenue (Class II) where it heads '
east to Condor Drive (See ` "lap Sheet 4).
Facility Class: I & 11
Length: 3,710 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Moorpark
Caltrans
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing Caltrans maintenance
road and existing streets.
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(2) Potential to maximize consistency
with existing plans i �- h
• Proposed Fast Los Angeles Avenue
widening includes Class H bike '!
lanes.
• Consistent with the City of `loorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with urban /industrial uses.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• None
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(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Caltrans.
• Tentative agreement with Caltrans on a shared use of maintenance roads
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Majority of trail is a Class 11 facility on Last Los Angeles Avenue.
• Class I facility on existing Caltrans maintenance road.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
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• Potential connection to Moorpark Community High School.
• Option requires a controlled crossing at the intersection of the Caltrans maintenance road
and Fast Los Angeles Avenue.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
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• Potential conflicts with urban uses /streets.
• Portion of trail is a Class I facility- on existing Caltrans maintcnancc road.
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• Proposed 1: ast L.os Angeles Avcnue widening includes Class Il bike lanes. Evaluation
• Utilizes existing graded Caltrans maintenance road.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Proposed Fast Los Angeles Avenue widening includes Class H bike lanes.
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Option 3B - Orange
This option crosses under the existing
railroad bridge south of Avenida Colonia,
runs cast along an existing dirt road and
connects to the railroad crossing at the
southern terminus of Princeton Avenue
(See Map Sheet 4).
Facility Class: i
Length: 1,211 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Moorpark
Ventura County
Watershed Protection
District
Southern California
Regional Rail Authority
(SCRRA)
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid �_ .r.�_'�
environmental impacts
• Utilizes an existing dirt road. L . --- -.._.1 _.-
• Requires modification of existing railroad bridge under crossing
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option ruffs close to Arroyo Simi.
• Option utilizes City- owned property.
• Consistent with the Cite of Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
• Consistent with the Vcntura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master Plan Report.
• Consistent with the N'lanagement and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
.Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Utilizes City land designated as Open Space.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• army Corps of Hngincers
• Department of Fish & Game
• U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
• Regional %Water Quality Control Board
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Ventura County kxatershed
Protection District and Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRR.A).
• Majority of trail is on City owned public property.
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(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 1 facility on existing dirt road.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Option runs close to Arroyo Simi.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connection to Moorpark Community High School.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Potential connection Virginia Colony Park.
• Potential trailhead /staging facility on City owned property south of Avenida Colonia.
• Class 1 facility on existing dirt road.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Class I facility on existing dirt road.
• Requires modification of existing railroad bridge under crossing.
• Potential to coordinate under crossing with proposed SCIM,' railroad trestle
improvements.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Requires modification of existing railroad bridge under crossing.
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications.
• Requires coordination with SCRRA 'Metro link for under crossing improvements.
e Potential to coordinate under crossing with proposed SCRRA railroad trestle
improvements.
• Option utilizes City- owned property.
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Option 4 B- Magenta
This option begins where the City Limit
Line intersects the southern terminus of
Princeton Avenue, south of the existing at
grade railroad crossing. The option heads
cast crossing the ;lrroyo Simi via a proposed
bridge, follows the City Limits Line to an
existing dirt road on private property in the
County of Ventura. The option continues
cast running south of the existing )X "ctlancis
hnhancernent Area and railroad, until it
crosses the Arroyo Simi via a proposed bridge
and connects with the Villa del Arroyo Mobile
Home Part: (Sec Nlap Sheets 4 and S).
Facility Class: I
Length: 7,712 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Moorpark
County of Ventura
Ventura County
Watershed Protection
District
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid environmental impacts
• Utilizes an existing dirt road.
• Requires construction of two bridges over the Arroyo Simi.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Consistent with the Citv of Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
• Consistent with the _N[anagement and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Option is located on privately owned property currently zoned as open space.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• Army Corps of Fnginccrs
• Department of Fish & Game
• U.S. Fish & Wildlifc Service
• Regional W'atcr Quality Control Board
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
-Segment • Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Ventura County Watershed
Protection District, Ventura County and private property owners.
g (6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 1 facility south of the Arroyo Simi.
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(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Class I facility south of the Arroyo Simi.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Requires connection to Option 10B south of the Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home Park.
• Potential connection to existing Wetlands Enhancement urea.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Potential Trail Head /Staging Facility southeast of the existing Wetlands Enhancement
Area.
• Class T. facility south of the Arroyo Simi on open space parcel.
• Option provides additional access, path and /or overlook area to the existing Wetlands
Enhancement Area.
(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Rcquires construction of two bridges over the Arroyo Simi.
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications.
• Potential for a shared use agreement with City and County along with Ventura County
\Vatershed Protection District for a combination of pathway and maintenance road.
• Rcquires property and / or casement acquisition with private property owners.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Requires construction of two bridges.
• Rcquires coordination and casement acquisition with County of Vcntura and private
property owners.
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Option 5B — purple
This option begins at the existing railroad
bridge south of Avenida Colonia and runs
cast along the north side of the existing
railroad. It crosses the Arroyo Simi via a
bridge proposed east of Virginia Colony
Park and again north of the \Wetlands
Enhancement Area. The option terminates
at the existing at -grade railroad crossing
northwest of the Villa del Arroyo Mobile
Home Park. (Sec %tap Sheets 4 and 5).
Facility Class
Length: 6,977 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Moorpark
Southern California
Regional Rail. Authority
(SCRRA)
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing roadway along the
SCRRA — Metro Link.
• Requires construction of two parallel bridge structures over the Arroyo Simi.
• Existing railroad suffers seasonal flooding.
(Z) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
• Consistent with the Ventura County Clcneral Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with railroad operations.
• Potential conflicts with railroad right of way.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• If impacts to jurisdictional areas are required as part of the bikeway bridge construction
process, permits from all four agencies will be necessary.
• If bridge construction is already planned and permitted as part of proposed railroad
improvements, or if the pathway can be placed on an existing bridge out of jurisdiction,
no further permits will be needed for path use.
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires lengthy coordination and easement acquisition process with SCRRA — 'VIctro
Link.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 1 facility along existing SCRRA — 1V'letro link.
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• Option utilizes the "Rails- with - Trails" concept.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connections to on- street bike lanes at existing at grade railroad crossings.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class I facility along existing SCRRA -Metro link.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Uti.lizes existing roadway along the SCRRA - Metro Lnk.
• Requires construction of two parallel bridge structures.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• potentially conflicts with railroad future expansion plans.
• Requires construction of two parallel bridge structures.
• Requires coordination with SCRRA - Metro Link
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Option 6B — Grccn
This option begins where Princeton
Avenue intersects with an existing Caltrans
maintenance road north of the 118 Freeway.
The option follows the maintenance road
cast to Collins Drive, then heads north to
Campus Park Drive (Class I) and follows
Campus Park Drive cast to Paul Griffin Park
(Class 11). It continues south along College
View Avenue to its terminus (Class IM where
it follows another Caltrans Maintenance
Road east to an existing drainage easement
(Class I, Sec 'flap Sheets 4 and S).
Facility Class: 1, II & II1
Length: 7,502 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of 'Moorpark
Caltrans
Route Evaluation Criteria:
1 Potential to minimize and/or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing Caltrans maintenance road, existing drainage easement and existing streets.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with urban uses /streets.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• Nonc
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Caltrans.
• Tentative agreement with Caltrans on a shared use of maintenance roads.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Mull -use bikeway
• Majority of trail is a Class I facility on existing Caltrans maintenance roads.
• Class Ii and III facilities on existing roads.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi routs.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Option requires a controlled crossing at the intersection of the Caltrans maintenance road
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and Princeton Avenue.
• Option is a direct pathway with a minimum number of delays, and connections to on-
street bike lanes.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Potential connection to Paul Griffin Park.
• Class I1 and 111 facilities on existing roads.
• Majority of trail is a Class 1 facility on existing Caltrans maintenance roads adjacent to the
118 Freeway.
(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Utilizes existing Caltrans maintenance roads.
• Utilizes Class 11 and III facilities on existing roads.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Caltrans.
• Utilizes Class 11 and Ill facilities on existing roads.
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This option begins at the intersection of the
City Limit Linc and the Arroyo Simi.
The option crosses the City limits Line and
follows the Arroyo Simi north intersecting
with the railroad east of Condor I)ri),,c at a
proposed bridge under crossing. It crosses
under the railroad tracks and follows the
existing Arroyo Simi levee roadway to
the 118 Freeway. The option runs east
along the Freeway and across steep terrain
requiring construction of a pier - supported
deck structure to an existing maintenance
road south of Collins Drive. The option
continues along the maintenance road to the
existing ailroad crossing northwest of Villa
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Facility Class: I
Length: 6,169 linear feet i F
Jurisdiction: City of >tiloorpark
County of Vcntura
Ventura County kyatershed Protection District
Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA)
Caltrans
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Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing graded Arroyo Simi levee roadway.
• Requires bridge under crossing under the railroad tracks at the existing railroad bridge.
• Requires pier- supported deck structure across steep terrain along the Freeway.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option runs adjacent to Arroyo Simi.
• Consistent with the City of Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura Count), General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master Plan Report.
• Consistent with the Management and Restoration Plan for the :'Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with urban uses /Freeway 118.
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(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
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• Department of Fish & Game
• U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
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• Regional Water (duality Control Board
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and easement acquisition with Caltrans, Ventura County Watershed
Protection District, Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA), and the County
of Ventura.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class I facility adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Potential connection to on- street bike lanes at existing at grade railroad crossing.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Option runs adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Potential 'frail Head /Staging Facility area northeast of Itoorpark Community High
School (Sec .Map Sheet 4).
• Potential conflicts with urban uses /Freeway 118.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Portion of the trail utilizes existing graded Arroyo Simi levee roadway.
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications and wetlands
enhancements.
• Requires pier- supported deck structure across steep terrain along the Freeway.
• Requires modification of existing railroad bridge under crossing.
• Potential to coordinate under crossing with proposed SCRRA railroad trestle
improvements.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications and wetlands
enhancements.
• Requires pier - supported deck structure across steep terrain along the Freeway.
• Requires modification of existing railroad bridge under crossing.
• Requires coordination with SCRRA - Metro Link for under crossing improvements.
• Potential to coordinate under crossing with proposed SCRRA railroad trestle
improvements.
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Option 8B -- Dark Green
This option begins at the intersection of
Princeton Avenue and the SCRRA - 'Metro
Link. It extends north along Princeton
Avenue to Campus Park Drive utilizing
existing Class 11 bike facilities and extending
east to Campus Road. At Campus Road,
the option heads south along an existing
drainage casement to an existing Caltrans
tunnel that crosses under the 118 Freeway
and runs west along the SCRRA -- Metro
Link to an existing at grade railroad crossing
(Class I, See Map Sheets 4 and S).
Facility Class:
Length:
jurisdiction:
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Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing Ventura County %Xvatershed Protection District drainage easement,
Caltrans tunnel and existing streets.
• Requires bridge construction over drainage channel.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Utilizes existing Class II bike facilities on Campus Park Drive.
• Deviates from Arroyo Simi route.
• Consistent with the City of !Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with urban uses /streets.
• Potential conflicts with railroad right of way.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• None, if no bridge is required.
• if a bridge is required, a clear span bridge is proposed to avoid potentially jurisdictional
areas.
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires lengthy coordination and easement acquisition process with SCRRA - fctro
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Link, Caltrans, and Ventura County Watershed Protection District. �
(G) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Majority of trail is a Class 11 facility on existing roads. CHAPTER Z
• Small portion of trail is a Class 1 facility on the existing drainage easement. Route identification &
• Utilizes existing Class I Caltrans tunnel for a freeway under crossing. Evaluation
• Small portion of trail utilizes the "Rails-to-Trails" concept.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connections to Nfoorpark College, and Moorpark Community High School.
• On- street bike lane connections.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class 11 facility on existing roads.
• Class 1 facility on existing drainage casement.
• Potential connections to Happy Camp Regional Park, Virginia Colony Park, and Paul
Griffin Park.
(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Proposed Class 11 facility on existing roads.
• utilizes existing Class 11 bike facilities on Campus Park Drive.
• Proposed East Los Angeles Avenue widening includes Class 11 bike lanes.
• Requires bridge construction across existing drainage way.
• Tunnel under the 118 Freeway would require improvements in order for Caltrans to
approve bicycle and pedestrian uses.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Potential conflicts with railroad future expansion plans.
• Utilizes existing roads.
• Proposed East Los Angeles Avenue widening includes Class If bike lanes.
• Requires construction of a bridge across existing drainage way.
• Potential conflicts with railroad future expansion plans.
• Requires lengthy coordination and easement acquisition process with SCRR.=1 — Nfetro
Link, Caltrans, and Ventura County Watershed Protection District.
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Option 913 - Blue
This option extends cast along the north side ,�
of the railroad from the existing Caltrans '
tunnel under the 118 Freeway north of the
Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home Park to the (C
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Length: 3,555 linear feet -
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Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid ^_�SEGMINfA -�
environmental impacts
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• Utilizes existing maintenance road � d
along the SCRRA —Metro link.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with railroad operations.
• Undeveloped, vacant Open Space adjacent to railroad/ proposed Class T.
• Potential conflicts with railroad right of way.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• -None
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires lengthy coordination and casement acquisition process with SCRRA — Metro
Link.
(G) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class I facility on existing SCRRA — Metro Link.
• Option utilizes the "Rails- with - Trails" concept.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from Arroyo Simi.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connections to on- street bike lanes at existing at grade railroad crossings.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
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• Class I facility on existing SCR11A — Metro Link.
• Undeveloped, vacant Open Space adjacent to railroad /proposed Class 1.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Utilizes existing roadway along the SCRRA — _ ictro Link.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Potential conflicts with railroad future expansion plans.
• Requires lengthy coordination and casement acquisition process with SCRRA — :Metro
Link
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Option 1013 – Dark Blue
This option runs southeast from the existing
at grade crossing northeast of Villa del
Arroyo Mobile 1-iomc Park and follows an
existing paved roadway south of the Mobile
Home Park to WZ' st Los Angelcs Avenue (See
blap Sheet S;,
Facility Class: I
Length: 4,283 linear feet
Jurisdiction: Cit • of 'Moorpark
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes an existing paved road
located above the floodplain.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency
with existing plans
• Option runs adjacent to the Arroyo
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• Consistent with the City of Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura Count}, Regional Trails & pathways blaster Plan Report.
• Consistent with the N'lanagement and Restoration Plan for the .Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Option runs adjacent to Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home Park.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• done
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home
Park.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class I facility on an existing paved road.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Option runs adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Option requires a controlled crossing at dic intersection of the existing paved road and
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(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class 1 facility runs adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Class I facility on an existing paved road.
• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Villa del Arroyo ,Mobile Home
Park.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Class T facility on an existing paved road.
• Requires coordination and easement acquisition with Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home
Park.
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Option 11 B - Sea Green
This option runs cast from the existing at
grade crossing northeast of Villa del Arroyo
Mobile Home Park on \X'est I,os Angeles
Avenue to the Moorpark /Simi Valley City
limits line (where it requires connection to
Option 2C). (See Map Sheets 5 and 6).
Facility Class: II
Length: 4,528 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Moorpark
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing streets.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency ^ _ 1 SEG"N'f A -. i ;s
with existing plans t
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi' .'��_ " " -_
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• Consistent with the City of -
- loorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the City of Simi Valley Gencral Plan.
• Consistent with the Cit}' of Simi Valley Bicycic Master Plan.
• Consistent with the Vcntura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with urban uses /streets.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• None
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Utilizes existing streets.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 11 facility along existing roadway.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Proposed Class It facility with minimum delays.
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(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
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(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Class 11 facility along the existing roadway.
• best Los Angeles Avenue is proposed to be widened in the future as new development
occurs, and Class 11 bike lanes could be incorporated
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Class 11 facility along the existing roadway.
• W "est Los Angeles Avenue is proposed to be widened in the future as new development
occurs, and Class II bike lanes could be incorporated
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This option runs cast from the southeast
terminus of Option 10B (near the \-lobile
Home Park and West Los Angeles Avenue)
between West Los Angeles Avenue and
the Arroyo Simi, to the Moorpark /Simi
Valley City limits line, where it requires
connection to Option 4C (See Map Sheet 51.
Facility Class: I
Length: 755 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Noorpark
Ventura County
Watershed Protection
District
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes heavily vegetated property
within the Arroyo Simi floodplain
area.
• Requires new construction immediately adjacent to the Arroyo.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option runs adjacent to the arroyo Simi.
• Consistent with the City of Noorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the City of Simi Valley General Plan.
• Consistent with the City of Simi Vallee Bicycle Master Plan.
• Consistent with the :Management and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Trails Master Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Option runs between hest Los Angeles Avenue and the Arroyo Simi.
• Area is heavily vegetated within the floodplain.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• If impacts to jurisdictional areas are required as part of the bikeway construction process,
permits from all four agencies will be necessary.
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Utilizes existing streets.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class I facility north of the Arroyo Simi.
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(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Class 1 facility north of the Arroyo Simi.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Option runs adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class 1 facility north of the Arroyo Simi.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Areas of heavy vegetation may require special construction standards.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Areas of heavy vegetation may require special construction standards.
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Segment C
This segment (See Figure 12 Below) includes the unimproved portion of the Arroyo Simi Creek
Corridor that extends from the eastern :Moorpark City Limits just southwest of Oak Park, east to
Madera Road and the terminus of the City Simi Valley's existing trail system. See Figure 4., Arroyo
Simi Corridor Trail Segment Map in Chapter 1.0 for segment trail details.
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Figure 12: Route Evaluation Segment C
The following alternative route options have been identified in Segment C and are illustrated,
along with their associated opportunities and constraints, on the proceeding route evaluation
maps, Figures 13 and 14:
• Option 1 C
• Option 2C
• Option 3C
• Option 4C
• Option 5C
Detailed evaluations of each trail route options is presented following the route evaluation maps.
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Option i C - Yclloiv
This option runs cast from the City limits
Line and follows the north side of the
railroad to the existing at grade railroad
crossing at Oak Park (Continued from
Option 9, Segment B). (See _Map Sheet 6).
Facility Class: I
Length: 2,92 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Simi Valley
Southern California
Regional Rail Authority
(SCRRA)
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing maintenance road
along the SCRRA — \Metro [.ink.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency
with existing plans
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi
route.
• Consistent with the Ventura County
General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with railroad operations.
• Potential conflicts with railroad right of way'.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• None
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(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires lengthy coordination and easement acquisition process with SCRRA — _Metro
link.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 1 facility on existing SCRRA — Metro l.ink.
• Option utilizes the "Rails- with - Trails" concept.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi routs.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Potential connections to on- street bike lanes at existing at grade railroad crossings.
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(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class I facility on existing SCRRA - ?Metro Link.
• Potential connection to Oak Park.
• Potential Trail Head /Staging Facility areas at Oak Park.
(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Class I facility on existing SCRKA - Metro Link graded maintenance road.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Potential conflicts with railroad future expansion plans.
• Requires lengthy coordination and casement acquisition process with SCRR11 - Metro
Link
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0) 2tion 2C — Rcd
This option runs cast from the City limits
Tine on Ny cst Los Angeles Avenue to
Madera Road (Continuation of Option 11,
Segment B; See Nlap Shcets 5, 6 and 7).
Facility Class: II
Length: 11,327 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Simi Valley
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Utilizes existing streets.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency
with existing plans
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi
route.
• Consistent with the City of Simi
Vallcy Gcncral Plan.
• Consistent with the City of Simi
Valley Bicycle Master Plan.
• Consistent with the Vcntura County
General Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Potential conflicts with urban uses /streets.
• Provides connection to existing Simi Valley Trail system.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• Nonc
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Utilizes existing roadway.
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(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 11 facility along the existing roadway.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Deviates from desired Arroyo Simi route.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Proposed on- street bike lane with minimum delays and access to a regional bikeway
system.
• Option requires a controlled crossing at the entry road into Oak Park at West Los :'Angeles
Avenue.
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(9) Potential to maximize recreational value W
• Class II facility along the existing roadway.
• Potential connection to Oak Park at existing at grade railroad crossing and Alamos Canyon
Road.
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(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Class 11 facility along the existing roadway.
• West Los Angeles Avenue is proposed to be widened in the future as new development
occurs, and Class 11 bike lanes could be incorporated
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Class 11 facility along the existing roadway.
• West Los Angeles Avenue is proposed to be widened in the future as new development
occurs, and Class 1I bike lanes could be incorporated.
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Option 3C - (.hant;c
This option runs south from West Los
Angeles Avenue (near the intersection
of Quimisa Road) to the Arroyo Simi. It
continues cast along the north side of the
Arroyo Simi on Waste Water Treatment
Plant property where it terminates at the
southeast corner of the plant, and requires
connection to Option 5C. (See N'fap Sheet C).
Facility Class: I
Length: 4,402 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Simi Valley
City of Simi Valley
Waste % atcr "Treatment
Plant
Ventura County
\Katcrshcd Protection
District
Rancho Simi
Recreation and Parks
District
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Route Evaluation Criteria: I . - - -
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid environmental impacts
•
Utilizes publicly owned property adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
• Requires new bridge construction.
• Requires new construction immediately adjacent to the Arroyo.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Majority of option runs adjacent to the arroyo Simi.
• Option provides a connection from the Arroyo Simi to \Kest Los Angeles Avenue.
• Consistent with the City of Moorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the City of Simi Valley General Plan.
• Consistent with the City of Simi Valley Bicycic Master Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
• Consistent with the Vcntura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master Plan Report.
• Consistent with the Management and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark Cite Limits.
• Consistent with the Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report.
• Consistent with the Rancho Sirni Recreation and Park District Trails :Ataster Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Utilizes privately owned undeveloped property.
• utilizes publicly opened /waste \X-ater Treatment Plant property .
• Adjacent to \Faster Water Treatment Plant, and pathway could be impacted by odor and
dust from plant operations.
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(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• if impacts to jurisdictional areas arc required as part of the bikeway construction process, ; (,
permits from all four agencies will be necessary. `l
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(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property Route Ideritificatian &
• Utilizes privately owned undeveloped property; any future development request will Evaluation
require a trail casement.
• Utilizes publicly owned /Waste %Grater Treatment Plant property.
• Could require coordination and casement acquisition with private property owners,
Ventura County Watershed Protection District, City of Simi Valley, and the Waste Water
Treatment Plant.
• Additional security needed to deter public from entering the Treatment Plant.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class 1 facility on publicly /privatcly owned land.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Majority- of option runs adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
• Option provides a connection from the Arroyo Simi to Wcst Los Angeles Avcnue.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Option requires a controllcd crossing at the trail intersection with %ycst i.os Angeles
Avenue near Quimisa Road.
• Requires connections to Class 11 facility on West Los Angeles Avenue (Option 2C).
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class I facility adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
• adjacent to \Xaster \Water Treatment Plant; pathway could be impacted by odor and dust
from plant operations.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Class I facility on publicly/ privately owned land.
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications.
• Construction could be coordinated with future development requests.
• Additional security needed to deter public from entering the Treatment Plant.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Construction could be coordinated with future channel modifications.
• Construction could be coordinated with future development requests.
• Majority proposed on publicly owned property.
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Option 4C — Magcnta
This option runs cast from the southeast
terminus of Option 12B (near the
Moorpark /Simi Valley limits 11n6) between
West Los Angeles Avenue and the Arroyo
Simi. It follows the Arroyo Simi until it
connects with Option K. (See Map Sheet
6).
Facility Class: I
Length: 2,506 linear feet
Jurisdiction: City of Simi Valley
Ventura County
Watershed Protection
District
Rancho Simi
Recreation and Parks
District
Route Evaluation Criteria:
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Requires new construction
immediately adjacent to the Arroyo.
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(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option runs adjacent to Arroyo Simi.
• Consistent with the City of %loorpark General Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County General Plan.
• Consistent with the City of Simi Valley Bicycle Master Plan.
• Consistent with the Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways blaster Plan Report.
• Consistent with the City of Simi Valley General Plan.
• Consistent with the Management and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
-Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Trails .%Taster Plan.
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Utilizes undeveloped property within Arroyo Simi floodplain.
• Potential conflicts with urban/ industrial land uses.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
• If impacts to jurisdictional areas are required as part of the bikeway construction process,
permits from all four agencies will be necessary.
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property
• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Ventura Count} Watershed
Protection District and Rancho Simi Recreation and Parks District.
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(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class I facility proximate to the Arroyo Simi.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Option runs adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Proposed Class I facility adjacent to the Arroyo Simi with minimum delays.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class I facility adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
(10)Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Class 1 facility utilizes undeveloped property within Arroyo Simi floodplain.
• Areas of heavy vegetation may require special construction standards.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Construction could be coordinated with future development requests.
• Areas of heavN- vegetation may require special construction standards.
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'phis option runs south along the \X'aste SEG
Water Trcatmcnt Plant's eastern property s _
line from \XCst Los Angcles Avenue to the ,�
Arroyo Simi. It continues east along the 11 '
Arroyo Simi where it joins an existing levee '
road adjacent to the Arroyo Simi to connect
with the existing Simi Valley Trail System at P
Madera Road. (See \4ap Shects 6 and %). � \ •
Facility Class: I ' r
Length: 6,135 linear feet t
Jurisdiction: City of Simi Valley '
Vcntura County
),'atcrshed Protection e t
District
Rancho Simi
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Route Evaluation Criteria: —�
(1) Potential to minimize and /or avoid
environmental impacts
• Portion of Class I facility utilizes
existing graded levee roadway on
privately owned property.
• Portion of Class I facility requires ne
:w construction immediately adjacent to the arroyo.
(2) Potential to maximize consistency with existing plans
• Option runs adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
• Requires connections to Class 11 facility on \Xcst Los Angeles Avenue (Option 2).
• Consistent with the City of Simi Valley General Plan.
• Consistent with the City of Simi Valley Bicycle Master Plan.
• Consistent with the Vcntura County General Plan
• Consistent with the Ventura County Regional Trails tic Pathways Master Plan Report
• Consistent with the Management and Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within
Moorpark City Limits.
• Consistent with the Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report.
• Consistent with the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Trails Master Plan
(3) Potential for compatibility with adjacent land uses
• Utilizes existing 15' foot trail casement along the %x,astc Water Trcatmcnt Plant's
eastern property line from \Vest Los Angeles Avenuc to the Arroyo Simi.
• Utilizes privately owned commercial property.
• Portion of Class 1 facility utilizes existing gradecl levee roadway on privately owned
property.
(4) Potential number of environmental permits required
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• if impacts to jurisdictional areas are required as part of the bikeway construction process,
permits from all four agencies will be necessary.
(5) Potential to minimize impacts to private property ,
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• Requires coordination and casement acquisition with Ventura County I' atershcd Route Identification e
Protection District, City of Simi Valley, and private property owners. Evaluation
• Utilizes existing 15' foot trail easement along the %Xastc \kater Treatment Plant's
eastern property line from West Los Angeles Avenue to the Arroyo Simi.
(6) Potential to maintain a consistent Class I /Multi -use bikeway
• Class I facility on existing trail easement and levee road adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
(7) Potential for direct and consistent route
• Option runs adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
• Option provides a connection from the Arroyo Simi to Vest Los Angeles Avenue.
(8) Potential to maximize commuter value
• Requires connections to Class 1I facility on %Vest Los Angeles Avenue 'Option 2C).
• Option requires a controlled crossing at the trail intersection with West Los Angeles
Avenue.
• Provides connection to the existing Simi Valley Trail system.
(9) Potential to maximize recreational value
• Class i facility adjacent to the Arroyo Simi.
• Provides connection to existing Simi Valley Trail system.
(10) Potential to minimize construction and maintenance costs
• Utilizes existing 15' foot trail easement along the kk'astc \Vater Treatment Plant's
eastern property line from Wcst Los Angeles Avenue to the Arroyo Simi.
• Portion of Class 1 facility utilizes existing graded levee roadway on privately owned
property.
• Option requires coordination and casement acquisition with private property owners and
Ventura County Watershed Protection District.
(11) Potential for near -term construction
• Option requires coordination and easement acquisition with private property owners and
Ventura County Watershed Protection District.
• Portion of Class I facility utilizes existing graded levee roadway on privately owned
property.
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3.0 TRAIL FEASIBILITY SUMMARY &
RECOMMENDATIONS
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Recommendations
3.0 Trail Feasibility Summary & Recommendations
Using the results of the Route Identification and Evaluation, this section describes the most feasible trail
routes, sets forth the near- and long -term routes for the proposed Arroyo Simi Trail and recommends
actions the Cite of Moorpark should undertake to idcntifv specific trail projects and potential funding
strategies. The near- and long -term routes are a compilation of the routes with the highest cumulative total
studied in the Route Identification and Evaluation Analysis in Chapter 2.0. The near- and long -term routes
have been identified using a -10 year and 10+ year implementation timeframc, respectively.
It should be anticipated that the routes may change or be adjusted as conditions change or better information
becomes available through additional fieldwork, further environmental analysis, or more detailed planning.
It is anticipated that implementation of the trail system will occur through the project design of public
projects, design review of private projects, dedication through the subdivision approval process, and public
purchases. Ownership and development patterns, as well as zoning conflicts, may present obstacles in the
implementation of the trail. Development of a final implementation plan and the future construction of
the Arroyo Simi frail will be contingent upon the C:it� -'s selection of a final trail route.
A. Route Selection Summary Map
The following Route Selection Summary Map (Figure 1 S) sets forth the most feasible trail routes
as determined by the Route Identification and Evaluation process. This map is the basis for
determining the near and long -term trail routes.
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Se_&Tent A.
This segment incorporates Options 1A, 2A and 3A as
as Class I facilities (As shown on Sheets I to 3).
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This segment incorporates Options 1B, 3B, and 4B
as Class I facilities; and 2B, 8B, 10B and 11 B as
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The most feasible near -term route utilizes the existing Arroyo Simi Creek Corridor levee roadway
t/ as well as existing roads and existing Class II facilities on Campus Park Drive. Specifically, the most
CHAPTER 3 feasible near -term route consists of the following trail routes:
Trail Feasibilty Study &
Recommendations • Originating near Hitch Boulevard and extending cast to the existing railroad bridge north
of Science Drive running along the north side of the Arroyo Simi primarily along the
existing levee roadway (Option 1A; Sec Map Sheets 1 through 3).
• Near the western edge of the existing Wetlands linhancement Area, it crosses the Arroyo
Simi via a proposed bridge and runs south along the east side of the existing Peach Hill %,'ash
levee to the limits of the existing Class I and II bikeway connections at Countrywood Drive
(Option 2A; See flap Sheet 1).
• From the existing railroad bridge north of Science Drive it runs north along an existing
Caltrans maintenance toad to Fast Los Angeles Avenue where it heads east to Condor Drive
(Option 213; See Map Sheet 41.
• At the intersection of Princeton Avenue, Condor Drive and the SCRRA - Metro link, it
extends north along Princeton Avenue to Campus Park Drive utilizing existing Class 11
bike facilities and extending cast to Campus Road. At Campus Road it heads south along
an existing drainage easement to an existing Caltrans tunnel that crosses under the 118
Freeway and runs along the SCRRA -- Metro link to an existing at grade railroad crossing
(Option 813; Scc :b'Iap Sheets 4 and 5).
• From the existing at grade crossing northeast of Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home Park it
runs on West Los Angeles Avenue to the Moorpark /Simi Valley City i.imits line (Option
I IB; See Map Sheets D5 and 6).
• From the City Limits line, it continues east on West Los Angeles Avenue terminating at
Madera Road (Option 2C; See Map Sheets 6 and 7).
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went A
This segment incorporates C+ptions IA and 2A as
Class I facilities. (As shown on Sheets 1 to 3)
Near,-Term Trail Route
Segment B:
This segment incorporates Options 2B, 8B, and 11 B
as Class II facilities (As shown on Sheets 4 and 5).
Se6ment C.
This segment incorporates Option 2C as a
Class II facility (As shown on sheets 6 and 7)
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! The long -term trail route (Figure 17; is intended to supplement the near term route with additional
Class I facilities. These Class i facilities arc categorized as long -term since the property over
C11APTER 3 which these trail segments cross arc currently privately held. The City, in coordination with the
Trail Feasibilty Study & County of Ventura, should work with property owners when new development or redevelopment
Recommendations is proposed to secure casements or real property for the trail as described in this study. i'hc
most feasible long term route consists of the near term route with the addition of the following
supplemental sections:
• Near the western edge of the existing Wetlands Enhancement Brea, it runs along the north
side of the Proposed %Wetlands Enhancement Area extending from Leta Yancy east to
Spring Road (Option 3A; See Map Sheets 2 and 3).
• From the existing railroad bridge north of Science Drive it runs along the north side of
the Arroyo Simi following an existing Caltrans maintenance road and continues cast running
along southern property lines and the arroyo Simi to the alley off Avenida Colonia and then
south on Avenida Colonia to the railroad (Option 1 B; See Map Sheet 4).
• It then crosses under the existing railroad bridge south of Avenida Colonia, and runs cast
along an existing dirt road to connect to the railroad crossing at the southern terminus of
Princeton Avenue (Option 313; See %Tap Sheet 4).
• At the southern terminus of Princeton Avenue, on the south side of the existing railroad,
it continues east along the City Limit Line crossing the Arroyo Simi via a proposed bridge,
and follows the City Limits Line to an existing dirt road on private property in the County of
Ventura. It continues east running south of the existing Wetlands Enhancement Area and
Arroyo Simi, until it crosses the Arroyo Simi via a proposed bridge and connects with the Villa
del Arroyo ;Mobile [-Tome Park (Option 4B; See Map Sheets 4 and 31).
• At the Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home Park, it runs northwest to the existing at grade
railroad crossing and southeast following an existing paved roadway south of the Mobile
Home Park to West Los Angeles Avenue (Option 1OB; See Map Sheet 5).
• It runs south along the Waste eater Treatment Plant's eastern property line from \X'est
Los Angeles Avenue to the Arroyo Simi. It continues cast along the Arroyo Simi where it
joins an existing levee road adjacent to the Arroyo Simi to connect with the existing Simi
Valley Trail System at viadcra Road. (Option 5C; See NIap Sheets 6 and 7).
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! The long -term trail route (Figure 17; is intended to supplement the near term route with additional
Class I facilities. These Class i facilities arc categorized as long -term since the property over
C11APTER 3 which these trail segments cross arc currently privately held. The City, in coordination with the
Trail Feasibilty Study & County of Ventura, should work with property owners when new development or redevelopment
Recommendations is proposed to secure casements or real property for the trail as described in this study. i'hc
most feasible long term route consists of the near term route with the addition of the following
supplemental sections:
• Near the western edge of the existing Wetlands Enhancement Brea, it runs along the north
side of the Proposed %Wetlands Enhancement Area extending from Leta Yancy east to
Spring Road (Option 3A; See Map Sheets 2 and 3).
• From the existing railroad bridge north of Science Drive it runs along the north side of
the Arroyo Simi following an existing Caltrans maintenance road and continues cast running
along southern property lines and the arroyo Simi to the alley off Avenida Colonia and then
south on Avenida Colonia to the railroad (Option 1 B; See Map Sheet 4).
• It then crosses under the existing railroad bridge south of Avenida Colonia, and runs cast
along an existing dirt road to connect to the railroad crossing at the southern terminus of
Princeton Avenue (Option 313; See %Tap Sheet 4).
• At the southern terminus of Princeton Avenue, on the south side of the existing railroad,
it continues east along the City Limit Line crossing the Arroyo Simi via a proposed bridge,
and follows the City Limits Line to an existing dirt road on private property in the County of
Ventura. It continues east running south of the existing Wetlands Enhancement Area and
Arroyo Simi, until it crosses the Arroyo Simi via a proposed bridge and connects with the Villa
del Arroyo ;Mobile [-Tome Park (Option 4B; See Map Sheets 4 and 31).
• At the Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home Park, it runs northwest to the existing at grade
railroad crossing and southeast following an existing paved roadway south of the Mobile
Home Park to West Los Angeles Avenue (Option 1OB; See Map Sheet 5).
• It runs south along the Waste eater Treatment Plant's eastern property line from \X'est
Los Angeles Avenue to the Arroyo Simi. It continues cast along the Arroyo Simi where it
joins an existing levee road adjacent to the Arroyo Simi to connect with the existing Simi
Valley Trail System at viadcra Road. (Option 5C; See NIap Sheets 6 and 7).
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Segment C-
This segment incorporates Options 1A and 2A from
This segment incorporates Options 2B, 8B, 11 B from the Near-Term
This segment incorporates Option 2C from the
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Alignment as remaining Class 11 facilities. Options IB,3B, 4B, 10B, are
Near-Term Alignment as d remaining Class H facility,
facilities, and adds 3A as d Class I Long -Term
added as a Class I Long -Term Al (As shown on Sheets 4 and 5)
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D. Next -Step Recommendations ol its ability to
The feasibility study provides support for anstrrroy within r normalcoscnrange. The City
developed along a continuous route
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Councils and other regulating authorities should urizc this foundation document to prepare a
definitive trail alignment study for a e.ntation of public support along providing
ith business opartne ship
for the trails development and do
will be essential.
The development of an economic pro vements7should be given a priority. oThe development of
government grants for the capital i p
project phasing funding is a one to two year commitment for initial resources to become av ,ulable.
The primary funding source will be through transportation funding oppo�� tureTplanP planning and
funding is essentially provided for bicycle commuting purposes.
documentation should make an emphasis on bicycle commuting rather than recreational uses.
overall Recreational trail resources arc fewer, loer in and preliminryenvironmental documentation
transportation funds. Funding for planning
is rarely available through agency grants. Funding for the preliminary work will need to be provided
by the regulating agencies and joint venture options.
Action Items:
1. City staff should consider Plan (B1'P) recommendation to
cover 1un2i1 &o3 alternate
development of Bicycle Transportation
transportation bikeways and multi use trail opportunities. The BTP is the base documentation
requested and usually is required when applying for transportation funding.
2. City staff should consider preparing
and Park tic
Recreation on Hlem nt ton h City Gene al
preparation of updates to
Plan. This will provide consistency in the planning process and give an opportunity for public
participation. Timing for the General Plan update should be reviewed with the City Planning
Department staff.
3. Cin staff should consider p dartnnmental impact City Council eterminetpreferred
a minimum the starting
alternatives for Arrovo Simi Trail in Moorpark. This could be expanded if the other
regulating agencies on the proposed trail alignment were amenable to establishing a Joint
Powers Agreement OPA). This would also be the opportunity to share funding costs for a
complete F.IR. If the JPA is considered it should include financial planning for the operations
and maintenance conditions that will exist after construction.
4. Prepare Public Participation o r n to
notice. lTh This stakeholders
dev lop Arroyo cnsen consensus support tgroup
meeting dates and locations for p
with common interests, benefits and objectives. Through the public participation proccss a
concentration on the development of state legislative support will be instrumental in future
funding resources.
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5. Concurrent with the development of the LIR a project engineers cost estimate by phases
should be prepared and matched with funding sources for the Moorpark section of the
Arro }-o Simi trail. City staff should consider requesting City Council to establish a budget line
item for matching funds for grant opportunities. A cash commitment and in kind services of
staff and consultants will make the project competitive.
6. Planning for the longer term the City or JPA should consider developing an h:nterprise Team.
This group will identify and utilize a combination of revenue centers with the emphasis of
pubic /private, joint ventures, partnerships or concession agreements to provide both for
additional capital improvements and the operation and maintenance of the trail. The early
establishment of this group would allow it to also be involved in the grant development
program for phasing the Arroyo Simi Trail construction.
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4.0 Preliminary Construction & Design Cost Analysis
This section outlines the preliminary construction and design costs for the proposed Arroyo Simi Trail as
shown in the most feasible near and long -term routes set forth in Chapter 3. These costs are preliminary
only; more detailed Opinion of Construction Costs should be prepared at the final design phase.
A. Cost Assumptions
All costs arc planning -level opinions of probable cost for constructing the Arroyo Simi Trail. These
costs arc based upon the trail description contained in this Feasibility Study for the near- and long-
term trail routes. Costs are provided for specific design and construction related components of
five types of trail improvements: design, trail construction, crossing construction, trail amenities,
and environmental permitting.
Design
Design costs include final PS &F, environmental and legal processing, surveying and plan
check /inspection fees. The cost of these services is estimated based upon a percentage
of the cost of the trail construction, crossing construction, trail amenities, environmental
permitting and construction contingency. The total design cost is provided in the Opinion of
Construction Cost.
Trail Construction
Trail construction costs include grading the trail area at an average width of 16' and
construction of a 12' wide asphalt base and paved trail to accommodate bicycle, pedestrian,
and maintenance vehicles. Costs for pavement markings, striping to divide the trail lanes, and
location signage arc included in the cost. The total trail construction cost is provided in the
Opinion of Construction Cost.
• All Class 1 facilities would require new construction of 12 -foot path with two 2 -foot
shoulders.
• All bridge under- crossings include 16 -foot path and fencing.
• All bridge over- crossings include 100 linear -foot bridge, bridge abutments and footings.
• Cost includes demolition, landscaping and trail amenities,
•
No streetlight, traffic signal or power pole relocation costs arc included in any of the
facility cost numbers.
• No utility relocation costs are included in any of the facility cost numbers.
• No right -of -way values or cost are included in any of the facility cost numbers.
• No environmental permitting or mitigation costs are included in any of the facility cost
numbers.
Cost assumptions for the Class 11 facility are as follows:
• 4" AC on 12" AB section
• No existing curb & gutter, no dry utilities, no storm drains.
• No relocation of any dry utilities, above ground cabinets, or streetlights.
•
No power poles or traffic signal relocation.
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• No guardrail removal /replacement. ►
• No environmental permitting or mitigation costs arc included in any of the facility cost
numbers.
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Preliminary Construction
Crossing Construction & Design Cost Analysis
Typical pre - fabricated bridge structures and trail under - crossing designs are assumed for
locations where the trail crosses the Arroyo Simi Creek Corridor or crosses under existing
roads or rail beds. The costs for construction of these crossings includes all structural elements,
and items not considered in construction of the typical trail sections (paving, striping, signage,
ctc..). The total cost of all crossings is provided in the Opinion of Construction Cost.
Trail Amenities
The trail amenities cost includes comfort and safety features for the trail user. This includes
directional signage located at '/z mile intervals. Landscaping (ground cover and trees) would
be provided in the urban areas, with trees only provided in the rural areas of the trail. The
trail amenities costs also include staging areas at locations identified in the plan for trail users
to park their vehicles, unload their bikes or prepare for walking different sections of the trail.
Bike racks would be provided only at the staging area locations and at trail access points with
other trails, as identified in the trail plan segment descriptions. The cost for trail amenities is
provided for each trail segment. The total cost of all trail amenities is provided in the Opinion
of Construction Cost.
Environmental Permitting
Environmental Permitting for the most feasible near- and long -term routes may include the
following:
• 404 Nationwide Permit Authorization/ Individual Permit — The Army Corps of
Engineers regulates Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and requires the issuance of
an Individual Permit (IP) or Nationwide Permit (NWP) authorization for activities that
result in a discharge of dredge or fill material with their jurisdiction. Under Section 404
of the Clean %Rater Act, the ACOI i has jurisdiction over all waters of the United States,
including wetlands and other special aquatic sites.
Implementation of the project will require issuance of a \\X'T' authorization or an I
It is possible that the project may be able to utilize the NAVP Program and obtain an
Authorization to use NWP #14: Linear Transportation Crossing, and \W'P #33: Temporary
Construction, access, and Dcwatering. Elowever, if implementation of the project exceeds
the thresholds of the NV, -P Program, the ACOI? may require issuance of an 1P
• 401 Water Quality Certification — The Regional kX,ater Quality Control Board regulates
Section 401 of the Clean V6'ater Act and requires the issuance of a \rater Quality
Certification in order to uphold state water quality standards for projects that require a 404
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-HAPTER 4 • 1601 Streambed Alteration Agreement — The California Department of Fish and Came
Preliminary Construction
R Design Cost Analysis regulates Section 1600 -1607 of the Fish and Uamc Code and requires the issuance o a
1601 (Public) or 1603 (Private) Streambed Alteration Agreement for projects that result
in an impact to the bed and /or bank of a river, stream, or lake. Implementation of the
project will require issuance of a 1601 Streambed Alteration Agreement.
• USFWS Consultation - Potential impacts to listed species resulting from portions of
the proposed project would require the ACOF, to consult with the USWFS pursuant
to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act ([:SA), with the USFVOS then making a
determination of the impact to a particular species. if the USF\X -'S determines that
impacts to a species would likely occur, alternatives and measures to avoid or reduce
impacts must be identified. The proposed project will require that the ACOL: consult with
the USFWS due to the potential presence of federally protected Arroyo southwestern
toad and California red - legged frog in the project area. A Biological Opinion (BO) is
usually issued by the USF \X'S stating the results of their project review and recommending
mitigation measures to ensure protection of species under the ESA-
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B. Opinion of Construction Cost
The following; Opinion of Construction Cost (Table 2; summarizes the near and long -term costs
associated with construction of the proposed Arroyo Simi Trail.
Near -Term
Trail Route Costs
Trail Construction - Class 2 0.9 Miles 150,000
$
135,000
Option Number
SSeement Description
Quantity Units
Cost/ Unit
1,000,000
Extension
1A
Hitch Blvd to Railroad crossing north of Science Dr
Environmental Permit Processing (10 %)
$
150,000
Planning and Design (15 %)
$
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties
41 Miles
500.000
$
2.050,000
Crossing Construction - Trail Under Crossing
3 EA
250,000
$
750,000
Crossing Construction - Trail Bridge
1 EA
175,000
$
175,000
5
315,000
Total Direct Costs
$
$
2,975,000
2A
West of wetlands along Peach Hill Wash to Countrywood Dr
Environmental Permit Processing (10 %)
$
47.250
Planning and Design (15 %)
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenfies
0.6 Miles
500.000
$
300,000
Crossing Construction - Trail Bridge
1 EA
175,000
$
175,000
$
475,000
Total Direct Costs
$
3,450,000
Design Contingency (20 %)
$
690,000
Environmental Permit Processing (10 %)
S
517,500
Planning and Design (15 %)
S
345,000
SEGMENT A - PROJECT TOTAL
$
5,002,500
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Segment Description
QuantitV Units
Cost/ Unit
Extension
2B
Existing Railroad Bridge to East LA Ave, east to Condor Or
Trail Construction - Class 2
01 Miles
150,000
$
105,000
$
105,000
8B
Princeton north to Campus Park Dr, under 118 tunnel
to RR crossing at West LA Ave
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenities
0.4 Miles
1,050,000
S
420,000
Trail Construction - Class 2
11 Miles
150,000
S
165,000
Crossing Construction - Trail Bridge
1 EA
175,000
$
175,000
$
760,000
11B RR crossing at West LA Ave along West LA Ave to Moorpark! Simi Valley City Limits
Trail Construction - Class 2 0.9 Miles 150,000
$
135,000
S
135,000
Total Direct Costs
$
1,000,000
Design Contingency (20%)
$
200,000
Environmental Permit Processing (10 %)
$
150,000
Planning and Design (15 %)
$
100,000
SEGMENT B - PROJECT TOTAL
S
1,450,000
Option Number Segment Description Quantity Units Cost/ Unit
Extension
2C Moorpark/ Simi Valley City Limits along West LA Ave to Madera Rd
Trail Construction - Class 2 2.1 Miles 150,000
$
315.000
5
315,000
Total Direct Costs
$
315.000
Design Contingency (201/6)
$
63,000
Environmental Permit Processing (10 %)
$
47.250
Planning and Design (15 %)
$
31.500
SEGMENT C - PROJECT TOTAL
$
456,750
TOTAL NEAR -TERM TRAIL ROUTE COSTS - SEGMENTS A, B AND C $ 6,909,250
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1 / Option Number Segment Description Quantity Units Cost/ Unit Extension
1A Hitch Blvd to Railroad crossing north of Science Dr
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties 4.1 Miles 500,000 S 2,050,000
Crossing Construction - Trail Under Crossing 3 EA 250.000 S 750,000
CHAPTER 4 Crossing Construction - Trail Bridge 1 EA 175,000 S 175,000
S 2,975,000
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Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties 0.6 Miles 500,000 S 300,000
Crossing Construction - frail Bridge 1 EA 175,000 S 175,000
$ 475.000
3A Leta Yancy to Spring Rd along north side of proposed wetlands
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties 0.8 Miles 1,050,000 S 840,000
$ 840,000
Total Direct Costs S 4.290.000
Design Contingency (20 %) S 858,000
Environmental Permit Processing (10 %) S 429,000
Planning and Design (15%) S 643,500
SEGMENT A - PROJECT TOTAL $ 6,220,500
Option Number Segment Descriptio Quantity Units Cost/ Unit Extension
1 B Existing Railroad Bridge north of Science Dr. to Avenida Colonia
Trail Construction - Class 1 & frail Amenties 0.4 Miles 500.000 5 200,000
S 200,000
2B Existing Railroad Bridge to East LA Ave, east to Condor Dr
Trail Construction - Class 2 0.7 Miles 150,000 $ 105,000 _
S 105,000
3B Existing RR Bridge so. of Avenida Colonia to RR crossing at Princeton
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties 0.2 Miles 500,000 S 100.000
Crossing Construction - Trail Under Crossing 1 EA 250.000 S 250.000
S 350,000
4B SE of Virginia Colony Park to Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home Park
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties 1.5 Miles 500,000 S 750,000
Crossing Construction - Trail Bridge 2 EA 175,000 S 350,000
S 1,100,000
8B Princeton north to Campus Park Dr, under 118 tunnel to RR crossing at West LA Ave
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties 0.4 Miles 500,000 $ 200,000
Trail Construction - Class 2 1.1 Miles 150,000 $ 165,000
Crossing Construction - Trail Bridge i EA 175.000 S 175.000
$ 540,000
10B RR crossing at West LA Ave along Mobile Home Park paved road to West LA Ave
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties 0.81 Miles 500,000 S 405.000
S 405,000
11B RR crossing at West LA Ave along West LA Ave to Moorpark/ Simi Valley City Limits
Trail Construction - Class 2 0.9 Miles 150,000 S 135,000
S 135,000
Total Direct Costs S 2.835.000
Design Contingency (20 %) S 567,000
Environmental Permit Processing (10 %) S 283.500
Planning and Design (15 %) S 425,250
SEGMENT B - PROJECT TOTAL S 4,110,750
Option Number Segment Description Quanti ty Units Cost/ Unit Extension
2C Moorpark/ Simi Valley City Limits along West LA Ave to Madera Rd
frail Construction - Class 2 2.1 Miles 150,000 S 315.000
S 315,000
5C Mid -Block crossing south of Cochran St along Arroyo Simi to Madera Road
Trail Construction - Class 1 & Trail Amenties 1.2 Miles 500,000 S 600,000
S 600,000
Total Direct Costs 5 915,000
Design Contingency (20 %) $ 183,000
Environmental Permit Processing (10 %) S 91500
Planning and Design (15 %) S 137,250
SEGMENT C - PROJECT TOTAL $ 1,326,750
TOTAL LONG -TERM TRAIL ROUTE COSTS - SEGMENTS A, B AND C s 11,658,000
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This section describes future considerations adthe implementation funding, liability, operation and maintenance,
Specifically, this section offers ownership,
maintenance needs and maintenance cost suggestions.
A. ownership
Consistent with the following goals [ entitlement "mcurcm nt for the most feasible traihroucehe Ciy
should pursue ownership and/or P
Provide a cit vwide }stem of safe, efficient and attractive bicycle and pedestrian routes
f6r commuter; school and recreational use (Goal 5, Circulation I- ;lernent Adopted
May 13, 1992).
New development and redevelopment projects shall be required to include safe,
separate, and convenient paths for bicycles and pedestrians so as to encourgz e these
alternate forms of non polluting hansportation (Policy 5. 1, Circulation I_lement
Adopted ,Wqy 13, 1992).
Development projects shall be required to participate in the funding of planned
bikewgys that would allow employees to utilize bicycles as an alternative to automobiles
(Policy 5.4, (.irculalion I-;lernent Adopted May 13, 1992).
In order to implement the trail gstem proposed in the Citys adopted Circulation
.Element; and as presented in this element, the cit}� must recogrri,,e that: (1) each
proposal f r land development must be carefully evaluatedftr relationships to the
planned syslem of trails; and (2) the trails .system must be systematical j- implemented
and, moreover, linked to count3, andl or regional trails. In order to take full advantage
oj' the city'j resources, the cio needs to immediately evaluate site specific alignments in
order to keep pace with development proposals and to identify a financing and phasing
program (Trails & .Scenic Roadways, Open Space, Conservation cam' Recreation
I ;lenient Adopted August 1986).
ropertics The most feasible trail route has the potential tial t procurement process may include both landru e pe and
publicly. The ownershp and /or en
appro,al, easement acquisition with a p t al entity, and beraffectediby he trail and the exact
a private entin". Identification of the Properties
ownership and /or entitlement procurement process will not occur until the City has identified a
most feasible final trail route.
B. Administration
Administration of he iisroyo Simi Trail will agencies Ctil'l be required including he
Ventura, and City of Simi Valley. Coordination
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Ventura County % atershcd Protection District, Caltrans, and Southern California Regional Rail
Authority, (SCRRA).
C. Funding
Funding for the proposed trail is anticipated from two primary sources: (1) by way of exactions
placed on private development, and (2) through public funding programs. Exactions on private
development for the construction of trails and obtaining trail easements can be applied through
design review of private projects and dedication through the subdivision approval process. A
standard condition can be applied to new projects containing the potential route, requiring an
irrevocable offer of dedication for a trail easement. The trail route would be reviewed as part of
the overall project, helping to produce a well - integrated design. Environmcntal review and any
outside permitting for the trail, such as wildlife agency permits, would be obtained as part of the
overall project. The project developer would bear the cost of constructing the trail.
VX`here completion of the trail necessitates construction of trail segments across some publicly
owned properties and privately owned open space parcels, the City may need to bear the cost of
construction of the trail, as well as the environmental analysis and any necessary permitting. There
arc a variety of potential public funding sources available to the City including local, state, regional,
federal, foundation and corporate funding programs.
Appendix B contains a Funding Sources Matrix which provides a summary of the primary federal,
state and local/ regional funding sources that may be available to this project. The matrix includes
a description of the available funding and project eligibility requirements as well as contact
information. Additional trail funding information can be found in the available on the Guide to
Biq-cle Project and Pro;rarn l'unding in C'ali/ornia, available on the internet at httJ2:/ /ww"acalbike.org/
pdfs /guidc2.pdf. The guide outlines additional program funding sources and identifies kcv bicycle -
related contacts to help obtain federal, state, local and private monies.
D. Liability
The proposed trail should be constructed using generally accepted design standards consistent
with the required and recommended standards developed by Caltrans in Chapter 1000 of the
Highway Design N'lanual and the AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycic Facilities. Any
non - standard areas will be the result of physical constraints that cannot be avoided.
The proposed trail presents liability issues for both the trail managing /owning entity(ics) and
private land owners. Through Recreational Use Statutes and the California Tort Claims Act, the
state has greatly limited the liability and burden of responsibility placed on private landowners and
public land managers. This section provides recommendations aimed at limiting liability.
Private I wndotvnerr.
Private landowners affected by the proposed trail may include those who have provided an
easement for a trail over their land and those who own land adjacent: to a trail corridor.
People owning land adjacent to a trail arc generally concerned that trail users may be endangered
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by a condition on their. land. However, private landowners arc afforded a level of protection from
potential injury claims by trail users who might enter their property under California's Recreational
Use Statute Section 846 (See Appendix C). In conjunction with the provisions contained in Section
846, the landowner may reduce their liability by taking the following actions:
• Disclosing known hazards and working with trail designers to have the trail located away
from hazards that cannot be corrected.
• Making it clear that trail users arc not invited onto the adjoining land through the use of
signs, vegetative screening, and /or fencing.
• If a hazardous condition does exist near the trail, signs should be developed to warn trail
users of the hazard if it cannot be mitigated.
Private property located directly adjacent to the trail also presents concerns about increased crime,
vandalism, noise, and fire. A well planned, designed, operated, maintained, and used trail will
decrease the likelihood of such a crime occurring. \vv'hercver possible, the path should be located
as far away as possible to protect the privacy of adjacent property owners.
W'lacn a private landowner provides an casement for a public -use trail over their land, the casement
contract should specify that the managing agency will carry liability insurance, will design the trail
to recognized standards, and will develop and carryout a maintenance plan. The landowner may
also request that an indemnification agreement be created in their favor.
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Careful compliance to applicable laws, regulations and design standards should greatly reduce the
risk of injury and provide strong evidence that the trail managing and /or owning agency used
reasonable care. Showing that an agency had been acting in a responsible manner can help to limit
liability and serve as an excellent defense in the event that a lawsuit develops. The following is a list
of suggested precautions a jurisdiction can take to help minimize liability:
• Use of Accepted Design Standards - Adhere to widely accepted standards governing
the design and construction of the trail including the Uniform Building Code, Caltrans
Design Manual, and A -ASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities.
• Traffic Signals & Warning Devices - adhere to California law requiring the
installation and maintenance of traffic signals and warning devices required under certain
circumstances.
• Develop Operations & Maintenance Plan - Develop a plan identifying specific
responsibilities, tasks, and procedures, as well as rules and regulations for the management
and use of the trail.
• Enforce Trail Regulations - I ?nforcc and post the rules and regulations for trail use
established in the Operations and Maintenance Plan.
• Adhere to Maintenance Standards - Adhere to the recognized maintenance standards
and procedures established in the Operations and Maintenance Plan.
• Monitor & Record Conditions - Designate a Trail Manager responsible for monitoring
the condition of the trail, ensuring on -going maintenance, keeping accurate maintenance
records, and recording field observations and .incidents.
• Warn of, Inspect & Correct Hazards inspect for and correct known hazards in a
timely fashion and post signs warning of hazards on and around the trail.
• Insurance - Obtain proper and adequate insurance coverage to cover potential liability.
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• Understand the Limits of the Liability — California has legislation related to civil
lawsuits that establish the limits of government liability for injuries to persons or damage
to property resulting from the acts or omissions of government officials.
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E. Operations & Maintenance
Given the cross- jurisdictional nature of the proposed trail, it is recommended that the City
commission the development of a comprehensive Operations and Maintenance Plan for the
proposed Arroyo Simi Trail. The Plan should be established prior to construction of the trail and
should identify a recommended management approach to be adopted by the City of Moorpark,
City of Simi Valley, and County of Ventura. Each jurisdiction should independently perform their
own operations and maintenance on their section of the Arroyo Simi Trail.
The Operations and Maintenance Plan should identify specific responsibilities, tasks, procedures,
and other aspects related to the management of the proposed trail to help ensure it is operated in
an efficient and safe manner. At a minimum, the Plan should include:
• Specific rules and regulations for trail use.
• Methods for documenting and monitoring trail accidents.
• Security measures aimed at reducing negative activities.
• Access plan for emergency response vehicles.
• Regular maintenance activities and inspection schedules with responsible departments
and agencies.
Since the majority of the proposed trail lies within the Cite of Moorpark's jurisdiction, Moorpark
will be the primary agency responsible for the operation and maintenance of the majority of the
trail and should provide regional coordination. However, a Trail Manager should be appointed
from each of the three jurisdictions to respond to general public inquiries and for emergency
purposes. Duties of the Trail Manager may include:
• Creating a database of the parcels known to contain the final trail route.
• Monitoring development requests to ensure trail exactions arc placed on those parcels
known to contain the final trail route.
• Coordinating the funding, construction, operation and maintenance of the trail with the
City of Simi Valley and County of Ventura.
• Developing and implementing a trail Operations and Maintenance Plan in conjunction
with the City of Simi Vallee and County of Ventura.
• Acquiring adequate public funding sources for trail construction and maintenance.
• Establishing a work program and assigning a responsible entity for the periodic
maintenance and improvement of the trail.
• Monitoring and recording security and safety of the trail.
• Coordinating with adjacent landowners, the general public and other interested parties.
The duties suggested above may help ensure the efficient and safe maintenance and operation of
the trail, and may also help limit liability.
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Actual operation activities on the Arroyo Simi Trail will consist primarily of maintenance,
monitoring and security. Monitoring accidents including identifying the primary- cause and
rectifying any physical deficiencies must be accomplished by each jurisdiction. The local police
department typically has the responsibility for collecting accident information and identifying fault,
while the public works department has the responsibility for identifying and improving physical
or operational conditions that have contributed to the accident. The public works department
typically also has the responsibility for making the determination to warn trail users of problems
and to close the trail when conditions warrant.
F. Maintenance Needs
tifaintenance of the Arroyo Simi Trail will include the following regular activities:
Item
Sign replacement /repair
Pavement marking replacement
Tree, Shrub, & grass trimming/ fertilization
Pavement scaling /potholes
Pavement sweeping
Shoulder and grass mowing
Trash disposal
Graffiti removal
Maintain furniture
Pruning
Bridge /tunnel inspection
Remove fallen trees
W`ced control
Irrigate /water plants
Frequency
1 -3 years
1 -3 years
5 months- 1 year
5 -13 years
Monthly - annually as needed
As needed
As needed
Weekly - monthly as needed
1 year
1 -4 years
1 year
As needed
Monthly - as needed
Weekly - monthly as needed
Many of these maintenance items are dependent on the type and amount of landscaping and
supporting infrastructure that is developed along the trail. As noted in Section 6.6 above, it
is recommended that a consistent maintenance procedure be developed for each jurisdiction
along the Arroyo Simi Trail to ensure, at a minimum, that the facility is safe for trail users. P.ach
jurisdiction should have a mechanism to identify, record, and respond to maintenance problems,
and to keep written records of such actions.
Special maintenance equipment such as a sweeper may be purchased jointly by all local jurisdictions,
thereby reducing costs. Typical maintenance vehicles for the trail will be light pick up trucks and
occasionally heavy dump trucks and tractors. Care should be taken when operating heavier
equipment on the Arroyo Simi Trail to warn trail users and to avoid breaking the edge of the trail
surface.
If the Arroyo Simi Trail will serve as a maintenance access road for the railroad, the trail width and
pavement section should reflect the anticipated weight and frequency of vehicles.
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G. Maintenance Costs
The total estimated annual maintenance cost for the Arroyo Simi Trail long -term route is
approximately 581,000. This is based on an industry standard of $9,000 per mile of bike path
annually. There are likely to be economies of scale when the trail is 100% complete, based on the
length of the facility and the likelihood of shared maintenance agreements between agencies.
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AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, 1999.
Arroyo Simi Preliminary Design Report, Ventura County Public Works Agency, August 30, 2001.
Bob Jones City -to -Sea Trail Preliminary Alignment Plan, September 2002.
Calleguas Creek \X'atershed -N:ianagcment Plan, Calleguas Creck \X- atcrshed Management Plan Steering
Committee, June 19, 2002.
City of Carlsbad Citywide Trails Program Report.
City of Moorpark General Plan Circulation Element, May 13, 1992.
City of Moorpark General Plan Open Space, Conservation & Recreation Element, August, 1986.
City of Moorpark General Plan Safety Element, March, 2001.
City of Simi Valley Bicycle Mastcr Plan, Adopted June 3, 2002.
City of Simi Valley General Plan Update, Adopted October 18, 1988.
City of \X'hirticr Grccnway Draft Operations & \-faintenance Plan, Alta Planning +Design,
March 7, 2003.
Guide to Bicycle Project & Program Funding in California, Gail Payne, February, 2002.
Management & Restoration Plan for the Arroyo Simi within Moorpark City Limits, August 30, 1994.
Rail -Trails & Liability: A Primer on Trail - Related Liability Issues & Risk Management Techniques,
Rails -to- Trails Conservancy, September 2000.
Rancho Simi Park And Recreation District Trails Master Plan
Santa Paula Branch Line Recreational Trail Draft Master Plan, July 1999.
Ventura County General Plan, Adopted May 24, 1988.
Ventura County Regional Trails & Pathways Master Plan Report, Ventura County Regional Trails
Advisory Committee, 1993.
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APPENDICES
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�� A. Environmental Base Line Study
B. Funding Sources Matrix
C. Recreational Land Use Statute
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Prepared for:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .............
11. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
TABLES
Table 1: Special- status Plants With Potential to Occur in the Vicinity of the Project ........12
Table 2: Special- status Wildlife With Potential to Occur in the Vicinity of the Project..... 13
FIGURES
Figure1: Project Vicinity ......................................................................... ..............................2
Figure2: Project Location ........................................................................ ..............................3
Figure 3: Near -term Route Constraints Map ............................................ ..............................4
Figure 4: Long -term Route Constraints Map ........................................... ..............................5
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ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS ........................................................... ..............................4
A. Methods ......................................................................................................... ...............................
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B. Sensitive Habitats .......................................................................................... ...............................
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2. Southern Willow Scrub ............................................................................ ...............................
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3. Freshwater Marsh ..................................................................................... ...............................
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4. Important Natural Communities ............................................................... ...............................
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5. Jurisdictional Definitions ......................................................................... ...............................
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C. Special - status Species ..................................................................................... ..............................8
1. Special- status Plants ................................................................................. ...............................
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2. Special- status Wildlife ........................................................................... ...............................
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REGULATORY SETTING ..................................................................... .............................12
A. Sections 404 and 401 of the Clean Water Act of 1977 ................................ ...............................
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B. Section 7 and Section 10 of the United States Endangered Species Act of 1973 .......................
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C. California Endangered Species Act/California Native Plant Protection Act ..............................
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D. California Environmental Quality Act ......................................................... ...............................
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F. California Department of Fish and Game .................................................... ...............................
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IMPACT ASSESSMENT ........................................................................ .............................14
A. Sensitive Communities and Habitat Types .................................................. ...............................
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1. Direct Disturbance of Jurisdictional Areas ............................................ ...............................
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2. Indirect Disturbance of Jurisdictional Areas .......................................... ...............................
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B. Special- status Plants .................................................................................... ...............................
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C. Special - status Wildlife ................................................................................. ...............................
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D. Recommended Mitigation Measures ........................................................... ...............................
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VI.
SUMMARY ............................................................................................. .............................18
VII.
REFERENCES ........................................................................................ .............................19
TABLES
Table 1: Special- status Plants With Potential to Occur in the Vicinity of the Project ........12
Table 2: Special- status Wildlife With Potential to Occur in the Vicinity of the Project..... 13
FIGURES
Figure1: Project Vicinity ......................................................................... ..............................2
Figure2: Project Location ........................................................................ ..............................3
Figure 3: Near -term Route Constraints Map ............................................ ..............................4
Figure 4: Long -term Route Constraints Map ........................................... ..............................5
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I. INTRODUCTION
This Biological Resources Constraints Analysis has been prepared by Morro Group, Inc. for the
City of Moorpark, and is intended for use as a reference document to assist in the project
planning process. The objective of this report is to document the condition and sensitivity of the
existing natural resources at and near the proposed Arroyo Simi Trail Feasibility Study routes,
and to identify potential impacts of the proposed project on these resources. The assessment will
focus on sensitive communities and special - status species, and identify any constraints
associated with development along the proposed routes. The information presented in this report
is based on review of pertinent literature, previous studies in the area, and on -site investigations
of the proposed routes.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The City of Moorpark is studying the feasibility of establishing a Class 1 multi -use pedestrian
and bicycle trail within and adjacent to the Arroyo Simi Creek Corridor. The multi -use trail is
intended to promote alternative forms of transportation and provide new recreational
opportunities consistent with the goals set forth in the City of Moorpark's General Plan, the City
of Simi Valley's Bicycle Master Plan, and Ventura County's Regional Trails and Pathways
Master Plan Report.
The proposed trail corridor is located within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City of
Moorpark; County of Ventura and City of Simi Valley (refer to Figures 1 and 2). Other local
agencies with jurisdiction in the project study area include the Ventura County Watershed
Protection District, Caltrans, and the Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA).
Resource agencies with jurisdiction over habitat types and special - status species present in the
area include the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG), the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers (Corps), and the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS).
The proposed trail traverses a distance of approximately 9 miles, beginning at the westerly
Moorpark City Limit and extending easterly through the City of Moorpark and unincorporated
Ventura County, to the westerly terminus of the City of Simi Valley's existing trail system. The
proposed routes cross both privately and publicly owned property. The trail routes will consist
of a combination of Class I and Class II facilities with connections to neighborhoods, schools,
parks, downtown Moorpark, employment centers, and planned regional trail facilities.
Two routes are under consideration: a near -term route that utilizes mainly existing roads, creek
levees, and crossing points, and a long -term route that will require additional road, railroad, and
creek crossings, property acquisition, and new path construction. The routes traverse a mixture
of natural and man -made habitats associated with various land uses within the City and County
areas. Both routes have been designed to avoid or minimize encroachment upon sensitive
resources and habitats along the proposed alignments, however, some impacts to such areas will
be necessary to achieve the stated project goals. The two proposed routes are discussed in
greater detail below, and are detailed on Figures 3 and 4.
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B. SENSITIVE HABITATS
Eight major plant communities and habitat types were identified within the proposed project
area, and include riverine, southern willow scrub, freshwater marsh, coastal scrub, annual
grassland, landscaped /turf areas, windrow, and ruderal /disturbed areas. Of these habitat types,
riverine, southern willow scrub, and freshwater marsh habitats are considered sensitive by
various state and federal agencies due to their limited distribution, ecological sensitivity, or
potential for providing important habitat for special- status species. Riverine, southern willow
scrub, and freshwater marsh habitats are described below.
1. Riverine
Riverine habitat consists of the unvegetated flowing channel areas of Arroyo Simi Creek, and
using the nomenclature of Cowardin et al. (1979), this habitat type would be classified as
riverine, lower perennial, unconsolidated bottom /shore. This habitat type is spatially and
seasonally variable, and includes open water components (active, flowing channel), unvegetated
sandbars (riverwash, active floodplain), and seasonally emergent wetlands. The stream gradient
of this habitat type is low, water velocities are slow, and floodplains are typically well
developed. Substrate within this habitat type is variable and consists of consolidated sand,
cobble, and gravel.
Riverine habitat within the project area consists of broad, flat, mostly channelized areas confined
by levees from the western project boundary near Flitch Boulevard to the 118/23 freeway
crossing near the center of Moorpark. To the east the channel is less disturbed, and contains
more natural bank structure until levees begin again just west of Madera Road. Riverine habitats
are considered waters of the U.S. and are regulated by the Corps and CDFG. Riverine habitat
associated with Arroyo Simi Creek has potential to support a number of aquatic species,
including bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus), the Arroyo chub (Gila orcutti), and the federally
threatened Santa Ana sucker (Catostomus santaanae).
2. Southern Willow Scrub
Southern willow scrub is characterized as a dense, broadleaved winter deciduous riparian
thickets dominated by several Salix species, with scattered occurrences of cottonwoods and
sycamore (Holland, 1986). Most stands are too dense to allow significant development of
understory species. This community is found on loose, sandy or fine gravelly alluvial soils
deposited within stream channels during flood flows. Southern willow scrub was formerly
extensive along major southern California rivers and streams, but has been significantly reduced
by urban expansion and associated flood control efforts. This community is considered sensitive
by the CDFG, and frequently qualifies as wetland under CDFG /Corps delineation
methodologies. Within the project area, this habitat type is dominated by arroyo willow ( Salix
lasiolepis), with some areas densely infested with the highly invasive exotic arundo ( Arundo
donax). Species such as poison hemlock (Conium maculatum), wild blackberry (Rubus ursinus),
poison oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum), black nightshade (Solanum douglasii), mulefat
(Baccharis viminea), mugwort (Artemisia douglasiana), and stinging nettle (Urtica holosericea)
are also present.
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Southern willow scrub extends from just east of the 118/23 freeway crossing upstream past the
wastewater treatment plant as mapped by the CNDDB (refer to Figure 4). Southern willow
scrub areas along the proposed routes are expected to provide suitable habitat for a diverse
assemblage of semi - aquatic and terrestrial wildlife species. A variety of amphibian and reptile
species, including those identified as having potential to occur in association with freshwater
marsh communities, are expected to occur in association with southern willow scrub areas.
Other vertebrate species expected to occur in or frequent this habitat include ensatina ( Ensatina
eschscholtzi), gopher snake (Pituophis melanoleucus), common garter snake (Thamnophis
sirtalis), Virginia opossum (Didelphis virginiana), striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis), raccoon
(Procyon lotor), California quail (Callipepla california), American goldfinch (Carduelis tristis),
black phoebe (Sayornis nigricans), as well as numerous other birds. Dense willow vegetation is
also expected to provide important nesting, roosting, and foraging habitat for a variety of
migratory songbirds and various raptors.
3. Freshwater Marsh
Freshwater marsh communities usually occur in nutrient -rich mineral soils that are saturated or
inundated on a seasonal or permanent basis. These communities can occur in areas of slow -
moving or stagnant shallow water along streams, or in areas where the low permeability of
existing soils results in the prolonged presence of surface water or saturated soils. These habitat
types also occur along the persistent, moist areas of existing drainages, around the perimeters of
ponds, and in low topographic areas that contain standing water or moist soils due to retention of
rainfall /runoff (Cowardin et al., 1979). Freshwater marsh areas are considered to be wetlands
under state and federal guidelines.
Freshwater marsh vegetation is present throughout the project area in channel /floodplain areas of
Arroyo Simi Creek. These areas contain a mixture of annual grass and weed species, and
wetland plants, including Arroyo willow, blackberry (Rubus ursinus), mugwort (Artemisia
douglasiana), California bulrush (Scirpus californicus), cattail (Typha spp.), spikerush
(Eleocharis macrostachya), mulefat (Baccharis salicifolia), annual ryegrass (Lolium
muht florztm), curly dock (Rumex crispus), prickly ox- tongue (Picris echioides), bermuda grass
(Cynodon dactylon), English plantain (Plantago lanceolata), brass buttons (Colula
coronopifolia), and saltgrass (Distichlis spicata).
Due to the extent of wetland habitat along the creek, large areas of dense vegetative cover, and
permanent water availability, freshwater marsh habitat associated with Arroyo Simi Creek is
expected to support a wide variety of wildlife species. Species expected to occur in or frequent
freshwater marsh habitats within the project areas would include Pacific treefrog (Hyla regilla),
bullfrog (Rana catesbiana), western toad (Bufo boreal), and the federally threatened California
red - legged frog (Rana aurora draytonii). Great blue heron (Ardea herodias), great egret
(Casmerodias albus), and snowy egret (Egretta thula), are also expected to be present in marsh
areas.
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4. Important Natural Communities
a. Riparian Corridors
Riparian corridors are considered sensitive and important habitats by the CDFG and other public
and private resource agencies. Along the proposed routes, the riparian corridor of Arroyo Simi
Creek includes Riverine, Southern Willow Scrub, and Freshwater Marsh habitat types. Southern
Willow Scrub, a subcategory of Riparian Scrub habitat, is considered a "high priority" and "rare"
community type by the CDFG (Holland, 1986). The diversity of wildlife species occurring
within riparian habitats is typically very high and these habitats are sensitive to disturbance.
Riparian vegetation provides important roosting and foraging habitat for many migratory bird
species. Riparian vegetation regulates water temperatures and provides, directly or indirectly;
food sources for aquatic organisms. Riparian habitats serve as migratory corridors for wildlife,
and as such, are important in linking non - contiguous or fragmented wildlife habitats. Riparian
corridors, such as the Arroyo Simi Creek corridor within the project site, are regulated by the
CDFG and the ACOE.
5. Jurisdictional Definitions
Areas of riverine, southern willow scrub, and freshwater rnarsh habitats, and all other areas
within the bed or banks of Arroyo Simi Creek are subject to regulation by the CDFG and the
Corps. Impacts to these areas may also require authorization from the USFWS due to the
potential presence of special- status plant and animal species.
The CDFG defines a "stream" (including creeks and rivers) as
"a body of water that flows at least periodically or intermittently through a bed or
channel having banks and supports fish or other aquatic life. This includes
watercourses having surface or subsurface flow that supports or has supported
riparian vegetation. "
The habitats listed above potentially qualify as wetland or other waters of the U. S. under Section
404 of the Clean Water Act. Wetlands are defined in the Corps of Engineers Wetlands
Delineation Manual (Environmental Laboratory, 1987) as:
"Those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or groundwater at a
frequency and duration sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances
do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil
conditions. Wetlands generally include swamps, marshes, bogs, and similar areas. "
Corps - defined wetlands are determined to be present if evidence of the following three criteria
are observed: dominance by hydrophytic vegetation, presence of hydric soils, and, evidence of
wetland hydrology.
Areas that do not meet all three criteria above (such as unvegetated levee banks) may still be
regulated as jurisdictional waters by the Corps, and still fall under the jurisdiction of the CDFG.
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C. SPECIAL - STATUS SPECIES
Special - status species are plants and animals that are either listed as endangered or threatened
under the Federal or California Endangered Species Acts, rare under the California Native Plant
Protection Act, or considered to be rare (but not formally listed) by resource agencies,
professional organizations (e.g., Audubon Society, CLAPS, The Wildlife Society), and the
scientific community.
Prior to visiting the site, Morro Group, Inc. biologists reviewed the NDDB for the Moorpark and
Simi Valley West U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) quadrangle areas, the Cal Flora Occurrence
Database (www. cal flora. orQ), and the CNPS electronic inventory. A total of 24
state /federal /CNPS listed plants and animals were reported as occurring within the general
vicinity of the proposed route. These species and potential suitability of observed habitat types
are identified below in Tables l and 2.
1. Special - status Plants
A general -level botanical survey was conducted along accessible areas of the proposed routes in
May, 2003. None of the nine sensitive plant species listed in Table 1 were observed during the
survey. Private property areas south of Arroyo Simi Creek opposite the Villa Del Arroyo Mobile
Home Park (Section 4B of the long -term route) were not accessible, therefore, these areas and
associated habitats were assessed for their potential to contain special- status plant species known
to be present in the project area. One species, Lyon's pentachaeta, is known to be present on the
hillside above Arroyo Simi Creek opposite the Mobile Home Park, and could potentially be
present along this section of the proposed long -term route.
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Table 1
Sensitive Plant Species
Potentially Occurring Within or Near the Project Corridor
Special Status
Habitat and
Flower
Status
Suitable Habitat Within or
Species
Distribution
Season
Designation
Adjacent to Project Corridor
Calochortus plummerae
Perennial bulbiferous lierb. Occurs in
MAY -
Fed: None
Areas of potentially suitable habitat
Plummer's mariposa lily
chaparral, cismonhme woodland, coastal
JULY
Calif: None
occur along sections of the long -term
scrub, valley and foothill grassland, on
CLAPS: List 1B
route. This species was not
rocky /sandy sites, usually of granitic or
R- E- D:2 -2 -3
observed.
alluvial material. Elevation 90 -1.700 feet.
Delphinium parry ssp.
Perennial herb. Occurs in chaparral and
APRIL -
Fed: None
Areas of potentially suitable habitat
blochmaniae
coastal dunes, rocky areas. Elevation 0 -
MAY
Calif. None
occur along sections of the long -term
dune larkspur
1,230 feet.
CLAPS: List 1B
route. This species was not
R -E -D: 3 -2 -3
observed.
Dudleya blochmaniae
Perennial herb. Coastal bluff scrub,
APRIL -
Fed: None
Areas of potentially suitable habitat
ssp. blochmaniae
chaparral, coastal scrub, valley and foothill
,TUNE
Calif: None
occur along sections of the long -tern
Blochman's dudleya
grassland, rocky, often clay or serpentinite.
CLAPS: List IB
route. This species was not
Elevation 1 - 1,476 feet.
R -E -D: 2 -3-2
observed.
Dudleya parva
Perennial herb. Coastal scrub, valley and
MAY -
Fed: Threatened
Areas of potentially suitable habitat
Conejo dudleya
foothill grassland. Endemic to Ventura
JUNE
Calif: None
occur along sections of the long -term
county in clayey or volcanic soils on rocky
CLAPS: List 113
route. This species was not
slopes and grassy hillsides. Elevation 213 -
R -E -D: 3 -2 -3
observed.
1,476 feet.
Dudleya verityi
Perennial herb. Chaparral, cismontane
MAY -
Fed: Threatened
Areas of potentially suitable habitat
Verity's dudleya
woodland, coastal scrub. Endemic to
JUNE
Calif. None
occur along sections of the long -term
Ventura County. Found on volcanic rock
CLAPS: List I
route. This species was not
outcrops in the Santa Monica mountains.
R- E- D:3 -2 -3
observed.
Elevation 213 - 395 feet.
F'riogonum crocarum
Perennial herb. Occurs in chaparral.
APRIL -
Fed: None
Areas of potentially suitable habitat
Conejo buckwheat
coastal scrub, and valley and foothill
JUNE
Calif Rare
occur along sections of the long -terns
grassland. Endemic to Ventura county on
CNPS: List 1B
route. This species was not
Conejo volcanic outcrops and rocky sites.
R -E -D: 2 -2 -3
observed.
Elevation 164 - 1.900 feet.
f•.'rodium macrophyllum
Annual herb. Occurs in cismontane
MARCH -
Fed: None
Areas of potentially suitable habitat
round - leaved fnlaree
woodland and valley and foothill
MAY
Calif: None
occur along sections of the long -tern
grassland, on clay soils. Elevation 45 —
CNPS: List 2
route. This species was not observed
3,600 feet.
R -E -D: 2 -3 -1
Orcuttia californica
Annual herb. Occurs in vernal pools
APRIL -
Fed: Endangered
No suitable habitat occurs within the
California Orcutt grass
known only from southern California and
AUGUST
Calif: Endangered
Project corridor. This species was
Baja. Elevation 50 - 2, 165 feet.
CNPS: List I B
not observed.
R- E- D:3 -3 -2
Pentachaem I*W /nii
Annual herb. Edges of clearings in
MARCH -
Fed: Endangered
This species is known to occur on
Lyon's pentachaeta
chaparral usually at the ecotone between
AUGUST
Calif: Endangered
hillsides along the southern side of
valley and foothill grassland, coastal scrub,
CNPS: List 113
Arroyo Simi Creek, near proposed
and chaparral or edges of firebreaks.
R- E- D:3 -.3 -3
Section 4B of the long -tern route.
Elevation 100 - 2,o67 feet.
This species was not observed.
Senecio aphanactis
Annual herb. Cismontane woodland,
JANUARY
Fed: None
Areas of potentially suitable habitat
rayless ragwort
coastal scrub, and chaparral on drying
- APRIL
Calif None
occur along sections of the long -term
alkaline flats. Elevation 50 - 1,886 feet.
CNPS: List 2
route. This species was not
R- E- D:3 -2 -1
observed.
General references: CDFG 1999 Hickman ed. 1993, Murv. 1974, CNDDB 2003, Tibor, 2001.
Status Codes
C.': \ -7.Sl; are- F.iadongertnent- Distribution
- -- NO status
Rare: 1) rare, but found in sufficient numbers and distributed widely enough
Federal:
that the potential for extinction is low at this time. 2) distributed in a limited
FE = Federal Endangered
number of occurrences, occasionally more if each occurrence is sr alL 3)
FT—Federal Threatened
distributed in one to several highly restricted occurrences, or present in such
SE =State Endangered
small numbers that it is seldom reported.
California Nativc Plant Society (CNPS):
Endangerment: 1) not endangered: 2) endangered in a portion of its range,
List 1 B = rare, threatened, or endangered
3) endangered throughout a portion of its range.
in California and elsewhere.
Distribution: 1) more or less widespread outside California: 2) rare outside
List 2= Plants rare, threatened, or endangered
California: 3) endemic to California.
in California but more common elsewhere.
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2. Special- status Wildlife
Focused surveys for the wildlife species listed above were not conducted as part of this analysis.
These special - status wildlife species are considered to have the potential to occur in the vicinity
of the proposed project due to the presence of suitable habitats. Additional survey work will be
necessary to determine presence or absence of these species prior to construction of the project.
In addition to the species listed below, areas in the vicinity of the project corridor provide
suitable foraging and nesting habitat for several raptor species, including Cooper's hawk
(Accipiter cooperii ), white - tailed kite (Elanus leucurus), American peregrine falcon (Falco
peregrinus anatum), red - tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis), red - shouldered hawk (Buteo lineatus),
and American kestrel (Falco sparverius). Raptor species that may be present only during winter
months include the sharp- shinned hawk (Accipiter striatus), the ferruginous hawk (Buteo
regalis), and bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalits).
Table 2
Sensitive Wildlife Species
Potentially Occurring Within or Near the Project Corridor
Scientific Name
Common Name
Status
Habitat and
Suitable Habitat Within or
Distribution
Adjacent to Project
Corridor
CLASS
BRINE AND FAIRY
BRANCHIOPODA
SHRIMPS
Streptocephalus rvootoni
Riverside fairy shrimp
FE
Endemic to western Riverside and
No suitable habitat occurs within
San Diego counties in areas of
the Project corridor. This species
tectonic swales/carth slump basins in
was not observed.
grasshmd and coastal sage. Inhabits
seasonally astatic pools filled by
winter / spring rains.
CLASS OSTEICIITHYF,S
FISH
Catostonius santaonae
Santa Ana sucker
F1', CSC
Found in several southern California
Suitable habitat occurs within
streams that retain pools and natural
Arroyo Sirni Creek. This species
bank structure. Primarily feeds on
was not observed.
algal material.
Gila orcutti
Arroyo chub
CSC
Generally found in slow water stream
Suitable habitat occurs within
sections with mud or sand bottoms.
Arroyo Simi Creek, and the
Feeds on aquatic vegetation and
species is rrrtupped as present in
associated invertebrates. Introduced in
the eastern portion of the project
regions north of Ventura County.
area by the CNDDB. This
species was not observed.
CLASS AMPHH3IA
AMPHIBIANS
Bulb microscaphus
Arroyo southwestern
FE
Found in semi -arid regions near
Suitable habitat occurs along the
toad
washes or intermittent drainages.
Arroyo Simi Creek riparian
corridor. This species was not
observed
Rana aurora drayronii
California red - legged
FT, CSC
Found in lowlands and foothills in or
Suitable habitat occurs along the
Frog
near permanent sources of deep water
Arroyo Simi Creek riparian
with dense. shrubby or emergent
corridor. This species was not
riparian vegetation. Requires 11 -20
observed
weeks of permanent water for larval
development and must have access to
estivation habitat.
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Scientific Name
Common Name
Status
Habitat and
Suitable Habitat Within or
Athene cunicularia
burrowing owl
CSC
Distribution
Adjacent to Project
(burrow sites)
perennial grasslands, deserts and
Corridor
CLASS REPTILiA
REPTILES
scrublands characterized by low-
areas along Arroyo Simi Creek.
Clermnys marmorata pallida
southwestern pond
CSC
Inhabits permanent or nearly
Suitable habitat occurs along the
turtle
permanent bodies of water below 600
Arroyo Sind Creek riparian
ft. Require basking sites such as
corridor. This species was not
Coccyzus amerrcanus
western yellow - billed
SE
partially submerged logs, vegetation
observed
occidentalis
cuckoo
mats or open mud banks.
portions of Arroyo Simi Creek
Cnemidophorus tigris
Coastal western
CSC
Inhabits a wide variety of habitat types
Suitable habitat occurs along the
inultiscutatus
whiptail
including coastal sage scrub, chaparral,
Arroyo Simi Creek riparian
Dnpidonax tradhi extimus
southwestern willow
FE, SE
and sandy wash areas.. Prefers densely
corridor. This species was not
flycatcher
vegetated areas.
observed
7hamnophishanunoncin
two- striped garter
CSC
Inhabits highly aquatic areas from
Suitable habitat occurs along the
snake
Salinas to northwest Baja California.
Arroyo Simi Creek riparian
Found in or near permanent fresh water
corridor. This species was not
Polioptila californica
coastal California
FT. CSC
often along streams with rocky beds
observed.
californica
guatcatcher
and riparian growth.
Project corridor in open coastal
CLASS AVES
BIRDS
Athene cunicularia
burrowing owl
CSC
Found in open, dry annual or
Suitable habitat occurs within the
(burrow sites)
perennial grasslands, deserts and
Project corridor in open grassland
scrublands characterized by low-
areas along Arroyo Simi Creek.
growing vegetation. Subterranean
This species was not observed.
nester dependent upon burrowing
mamnnals.
Coccyzus amerrcanus
western yellow - billed
SE
i;ests in riparian areas of willow,
Suitable habitat occurs along
occidentalis
cuckoo
often mixed with cottonwoods, with
portions of Arroyo Simi Creek
(nesting)
lower story of blackberry, nettles, or
that contain dense willow cover.
wild era .
This species was not observed.
Dnpidonax tradhi extimus
southwestern willow
FE, SE
inhabit extensive thickets of low.
Suitable habitat occurs along
flycatcher
dense willow's. Often found along
portions of Arroyo Simi Creek
(nesting)
the edge of wet meadows, ponds, or
that contain dense willow cover.
backwaters. Require dense willow
This species was not observed.
thickets for nesting and roosting.
Polioptila californica
coastal California
FT. CSC
Requires low, coastal sage scrub in
Suitable habitat occurs within the
californica
guatcatcher
arid washes, on mesas and slopes.
Project corridor in open coastal
scrub areas along Arroyo Sinu
Creek. This species was not
observed.
Virea belle pucilfus
least Bell's vireo
FE
Summer resident of southern
Suitable habitat occurs along
(nesting)
SE
California. inhabits low riparian
portions of Arroyo Simi Creek
growth in view of water or in dry
that contain dense willow cover.
river bottonns: below 2,000 feet in
This species was not observed.
elevation.
CLASS MAMNIALIA
MANMALS
Neotoma lepida intermedia
San Diego desert
CSC
inhabits coastal southern California
Suitable habitat occurs within the
woodrtt
from San Diego county to San Luis
Project corridor in open coastal
Obispo county. Abundant in rock
scrub areas along Arroyo Simi
outcrops, rocky cliffs and slopes with
Creek. This species was not
moderate to dense canopies preferred.
observed.
LEGEND
Status Codes
State
Federal (FED)
ST = State listed: Threatened
FE = Federally listed, Endangered
SE = State listed; Endangered
FE = Federally listed, Threatened
CSC = California Species of Special Concern
FSC = Federal S ccies of Concern
Source: California Department tment of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Database of California, 2003.
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IV. REGULATORY SETTING
A. SECTIONS 404 AND 401 OF THE CLEAN WATER ACT OF 1977
Regulatory protection for water resources throughout the United States is under the jurisdiction
of the Arrny Corps of Engineers. Section 404 of the Clean Water Act prohibits the discharge of
dredged or fill material into waters of the United States without formal consent from the Corps.
Waters of the U.S. include marine waters, tidal areas, stream channels, and associated wetlands.
Wetlands include freshwater marshes, vernal pools, freshwater seeps, and riparian areas.
Impacts to biological resources associated with riparian and wetland areas are assessed as part of
the 404 permitting process through consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Policies relating to the loss of wetlands generally stress the need to compensate for wetland
acreage losses by replacing wetland habitats on at least an acre - for -acre (l:l mitigation ratio)
basis.
Under Section 404, activities in Waters of the U.S. may be subject to either an individual permit
or a general permit, or may be exempt from regulatory requirements. Some activities have been
given blanket authorization under the provisions of a general permit through the Nationwide
Permit system. Individual Permits require the applicant to prepare and submit an alternatives
analysis of the project. The Corps distribution and review period typically takes 6 to 10 months
from application to Individual Permit issuance.
Section 401 of the Clean Water Act and its provisions ensure that federally permitted activities
comply with the federal Clean Water Act and state water quality laws. Section 401 is
implemented through a review process conducted by the Regional Water Quality Control Board
( RWQCB), and is usually triggered by the 404 permitting process. Specifically, the RWQCB
certifies via section 401 that the proposed project complies with applicable effluent limitations,
water quality standards, and other conditions of California law. If the RWQCB denies
certification, the lead federal agency must deny the federal permit application.
Construction of portions of the project have potential to impact existing wetland and riparian
habitats associated with Arroyo Simi Creek. Potential impacts will result from new bridge
construction, underpass construction, renovation of existing levee roads, and grading and
construction of new trail sections adjacent to the creek.
B. SECTION 7 AND SECTION 10 OF THE UNITED STATES ENDANGERED
SPECIES ACT OF 1973
The Federal Endangered Species Act (FESA) of 1973 (50 CFR 17) provides legal protection for
plant and animal taxa that are in danger of extinction, and classified as either threatened or
endangered. The FESA requires Federal agencies to make a finding on all Federal actions,
including the approval by an agency of a public or private action, such as the issuance of an
Corps permit, as to the potential to jeopardize the continued existence of any listed species
potentially impacted by the action. Impacts to listed species resulting from the implementation
of a project would require the responsible agency to consult the United States Fish and Wildlife
Service (USWFS).
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Formal consultations must take place with the USFWS pursuant to Sections 7 and 10 of the
Endangered Species Act, with the USFWS then making a determination as to the extent of
impact to a particular species. If the USFWS determines that impacts to a species would likely
occur, alternatives and measures to avoid or reduce impacts must be identified. A Biological
Opinion (BO) is usually issued by the USFWS stating the results of their project review, and
recommending mitigation measures to ensure protection of species under the ESA. USFWS
requirements within the BO are often incorporated into Corps permit conditions.
The proposed project could require a Section 7 /Section 10 consultation with the USFWS due to
the potential presence of federally listed plant and animal species within the vicinity of the
project area. Additional focused surveys will be necessary to determine actual presence /absence
of federally listed plant and animal species within or adjacent to the proposed pathway, and
project plans must be developed to a level of completion that allows impacts to be quantified.
C. CALIFORNIA ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT /CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANT
PROTECTION ACT
California has a parallel mandate to the FESA, which is embodied in the California Endangered
Species Act (CESA) of 1984 and the California Native Plant Protection Act of 1977. These laws
regulate the listing and take of plant and animal species designated as endangered, threatened, or
rare. The State of California also lists Species of Special Concern based on limited distribution,
declining populations, diminishing habitat, or unusual scientific, recreational, or educational
value. Under State law, the California Department of Fish and Game is empowered to review
projects for their potential to impact listed species and their habitats.
The CDFG must review project plans and any proposed mitigation measures for impacts to
special- status species.
D. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), was enacted by the California Legislature in
1970 to provide a system of checks and balances for land use, development, and management
decisions for projects approved by public agencies. CEQA applies to all California government
agencies, and requires a lead agency to analyze the potential environmental effects of proposed
projects under its jurisdiction. CEQA grants public agencies the authority to require feasible
changes in proposed projects to lessen or avoid significant environmental impacts. CEQA also
provides a regulatory basis for protection of sensitive species and habitats not addressed under
the State and Federal Endangered Species Acts, and establishes a framework for impact
assessment and mitigation requirement determination by the lead agency for a proposed project.
The presence of wetland and riparian habitats, and the potential for presence of special - status
plant and animal species in and adjacent to the proposed project areas must be addressed under
CEQA.
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E. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME
The Department of Fish and Game (CDFG) is responsible for conserving, protecting, and
managing California's fish, wildlife, and native plant resources. California law requires any
person, agency, or public utility proposing a project that may impact a river, stream, or lake to
notify the CDFG before beginning the project. If the CDFG determines that the project may
adversely affect existing fish and wildlife resources, a Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement
is required. This Agreement lists the CDFG conditions of approval for the proposed project, and
serves as an agreement between applicants and the CDFG for a term of not more than five years
for the performance of activities subject to this section.
A Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement will be required for any project activities within the
bed or bank of Arroyo Simi Creek, including bridge and undercrossing construction.
V. IMPACT ASSESSMENT
The impact assessment process focuses on identifying potential impacts associated with
implementation of both the near -term and long -term phases of the proposed project. The
emphasis of the assessment is on effects of the proposed project on sensitive communities and
special- status species known from the project area. Adverse impacts are expected to occur
where proposed construction or development activities would result in temporary or permanent
modification of sensitive communities or habitats occupied by special- status species.
A. SENSITIVE COMMUNITIES AND HABITAT TYPES
1. Direct Disturbance of Jurisdictional Areas
New bridge construction, underpass construction, and grading and construction of new pathway
sections adjacent to Arroyo Simi Creek could result in direct impacts to and degradation of
riverine, southern willow scrub and freshwater marsh habitats if equipment, construction
materials, or spoils enter or are placed within or adjacent to the creek during construction.
Impacts could include placement of footings, riprap or other structures within the creek channel,
disturbance of streambed and streambank vegetation and soils, and release of sediment,
construction materials, or gas /oil into the creek.
a. `ear -term Route
The near -term route proposes to construct two new bridges, and three new undercrossings
associated with existing road and railway bridges. All impacts described above could occur
during construction of the near -term route. Permit authorization and implementation of
mitigation strategies would be required.
b. Long -term Route
The long -term route proposes to construct two additional new bridges, one additional new
undercrossing associated with an existing railway bridge, and several new trail segments
immediately adjacent to Arroyo Simi Creek. All impacts described above could occur during
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construction of the long -term route. Permit authorization and implementation of mitigation
strategies would be required.
2. Indirect Disturbance of Jurisdictional Areas
Indirect disturbance of riverine, southern willow scrub and freshwater marsh habitat areas could
occur along both near -term and long -term routes as a result of proposed construction activities
adjacent to and within Arroyo Simi Creek. Riverine, southern willow scrub and freshwater
marsh habitat areas adjacent to proposed construction areas could be impacted by erosion and
sedimentation, fuel or construction material spills, equipment wash residues, or dust, during or
after construction of all phases of the project. After project completion, normal uses of the
pathway have potential to indirectly impact adjacent habitat areas through increased noise,
lighting, bicycle and foot traffic density, and water quality issues.
B. SPECIAL- STATUS PLANTS
The majority of the proposed routes will occupy existing streets, levee roads, and urban
disturbed areas that have very low potential to impact special- status plant species. Proposed
long -term trail routes on undeveloped private property adjacent to and south of Arroyo Simi
Creek have potential to contain special- status plants.
a. Near -term Route
The near -term route would mostly occupy existing road and levee paths, and has little likelihood
of impacting special- status plant species.
b. Long -term Route
The long -term route proposes to construct several new segments of pathway immediately
adjacent to Arroyo Simi Creek, and a segment through undeveloped property south of the creek.
Construction activities in these areas could potentially impact any special- status plants present.
Prior to construction of these segments, a botanical survey should be performed during the
normal spring flowering period to determine presence /absence of special- status plants with
potential to be present in the vicinity.
C. SPECIAL - STATUS WILDLIFE
While no sensitive wildlife species were observed during surveys of the proposed routes, several
species have been identified as potentially present along the route (refer to Table 2). Impacts to
wildlife species are most likely to occur during construction in and adjacent to Arroyo Simi
Creek; in undisturbed grassland areas, and during activities involving tree pruning or removal.
a. Ncar -term Route
The near -tenn route would occupy existing road and levee paths, however, construction of new
bridges and undercrossings could result in impacts to special - status wildlife species associated
with riverine, southern willow scrub and freshwater marsh habitats of Arroyo Simi Creek.
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b. Long -term Route
The long -term route proposes to construct several new bridges, undercrossings, new segments of
pathway immediately adjacent to Arroyo Simi Creek, and a segment through undeveloped
property south of the creek. Construction activities in these areas could potentially impact
special- status wildlife species associated with Arroyo Simi Creek and adjacent undeveloped
areas.
D. RECOMMENDED MITIGATION MEASURES
To minimize the potential for direct and indirect impacts to the sensitive habitats and species of
Arroyo Simi Creek adjacent to the proposed project area, implementation of the following
general measures is recommended:
NINI -1: Prior to construction, the applicant should retain an agency- approved biological
monitor to ensure compliance with conditions of approval within the project environmental
document. The monitor should be qualified to perform or supervise any required special -
status species surveys, document project- related construction impacts, and direct mitigation
efforts. Monitoring shall be at a frequency and duration determined by the affected natural
resource agencies (e.g., USFWS, Corps and CDFG).
NIM -2: Prior to construction, the applicant should prepare a stormwater pollution prevention
plan (SWPPP) that addresses surface water management during construction, and specifies
measures for erosion control following development activities.
MINI -3: Prior to and during construction, clearly mark the boundaries of construction areas,
and restrict all vehicles and equipment to within the defined work area. Avoid the use of
heavy equipment in and immediately adjacent to Arroyo Simi Creek.
MINI -4: During construction, implement appropriate erosion control measures and limit ground
disturbance activities to dry weather to avoid increased surface water runoff and erosion on
site, and to avoid sedimentation of the creek. Install appropriate erosion control devices
(i.e., hay bales, silt fences) around the perimeter of all construction zones and areas
experiencing disturbance of the ground surface. Erosion control devices should be checked
on a daily basis to ensure proper function.
NINI -5: During construction, prohibit stockpiling of any soil in areas located in the vicinity of
the creek, or in areas that have potential to experience significant runoff during the rainy
season.
N'INI -6: Following completion of construction- related activities, immediately revegetate all
disturbed and barren areas with appropriate vegetation to reduce the risk of erosion from
the site and sedimentation into the creek and downstream aquatic habitats. Areas
experiencing only temporary disturbance should be replanted with species that are
characteristic of grassland and riparian habitats of the project area.
MNI -7: Installation of filtration devices, designed to remove oil, grease, and other potential
pollutants from stonnwater runoff should be required for all project site storm drains
leading to Arroyo Simi Creek.
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MM -8: To avoid take or disturbance of nesting birds, any necessary tree removals should be
conducted between mid - September and mid - February, outside of the typical breeding
season. If tree removals are determined to be necessary during the typical breeding season,
a nesting bird survey should be conducted by a qualified biologist prior to proposed
development activities. If the biologist determines that a tree planned for removal is being
used for nesting at that time, disturbance shall be avoided until after the young have fledged
from the nest and achieved independence. If no nesting is found to occur, necessary tree
removal could then proceed. If the survey detects the presence of active nests within trees
to remain on -site, noise- producing construction activities within 100 feet of the identified
nest should be delayed until the young birds have fledged and left the nest.
MM -9: Prior to construction of the proposed project, a qualified botanist should be retained
to conduct focused surveys for special- status plants within the project site, focusing on
natural areas that will be disturbed by new construction. Surveys should be conducted
during the appropriate flowering period for species as listed in Table 1. In the event that
special- status plants are found in areas proposed for disturbance, the project should be
redesigned (to the extent feasible) to avoid disturbance or loss of identified plants. All
verified occurrences of sensitive plant species revealed during the survey work should be
reported to the NDDB by the qualified botanist within 30 days of the observation.
MM -I0:If disturbance of special- status plants cannot be avoided through design
modification, a qualified botanist or restoration specialist should be retained to implement
appropriate conservation measures, which may include transplanting of individual plants to
unaffected suitable habitats located on site, or plant propagation and revegetation within
appropriate on -site habitats.
MM -11: If identified rare plants can be avoided through project design, a biological monitor
shall be retained to ensure that remaining plants are not inadvertently disturbed during
construction activities. Prior to any project- related ground disturbance, all contractors
associated with the construction phases of the proposed project shall be trained by the
biological monitor on the identification and biology of sensitive species known in the
vicinity of the pro.ject area. Work areas should also be clearly delineated and flagged to
limit vehicular and foot access to only those areas necessary for project completion. These
areas should be designated by the biological monitor to avoid /discourage unnecessary
damage to sensitive species and habitats within and near the project area.
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VI. SUMMARY
General construction activities associated with all phases of project implementation have
potential to impact terrestrial and aquatic resources present along the proposed routes. As
expected, construction of segments on existing roadway or levee path areas have lesser potential
to impact sensitive resources, with impacts resulting primarily from indirect causes such as
sedimentation or materials spills. Constriction of bridge, undercrossing, and new trail segments
of the route have greater potential to impact sensitive resources, from both direct and indirect
causes. Normal uses of the pathway after construction have potential to affect wildlife activity in
adjacent creek areas through increased noise from foot and bicycle traffic, lighting, and water
quality issues.
Construction of the proposed near -term route would require coordination with and permit
approval from state and federal agencies for bridge and undercrossing construction, and may also
require implementation of mitigation efforts for impacts to jurisdictional habitats. Construction
of the long -term route would require similar permit approval and mitigation efforts, and would
likely also require completion of focused special- status plant and animal surveys on undeveloped
portions of the proposed route.
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VII. REFERENCES
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for USGS 7.5- minute quadrangles Moorpark and Simi Valley West. California
Department of Fish and Garne. Sacramento, California.
CNPS. 2001. Inventory of Rare and Endangered Plants of California. (Sixth edition). Rare
Plant Scientific Advisory Committee, David P. Tibor, Convening Editor. California
Native Plant Society. Sacramento, California.
California Department of Fish and Game. 2002. Endangered, Threatened and Rare Plants of
California. State of California, Natural Heritage Division, Sacramento California.
California Department of Fish and Game. 2002. Natural Diversity Data Base. Special Plants
List. 115 pp. Sacramento California.
Cowardin, Lewis M., V. Carter, F.C. Golet, and E. T. LaRoe. 1979. Classification of Wetlands
and Deepwater Habitats of the United States. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Washington, D.C.
Environmental Laboratory. 1987. . Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual. An
Interagency Cooperative Publication. 100 pp
Hickman, J. C. (ed.). 1993. The Jepson Manual. Higher Plants of California. Univ. of
California Press, Berkeley, Los Angeles, and London.
Holland, Robert F. 1986. Preliminary Description of, Terrestrial Natural Communities of
California. State of California, The Resources Agency, Department of Fish and Game.
Morro Group, Inc. 2002. ATT Fiber Optic Cable Project San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles
Environmental Impact Report. San Luis Obispo, California.
Sawyer, John and T. Keeler -Wolf. 1995. A Manual of California Vegetation. California Native
Plant Society Publication. 470 pp.
Stebbins, Robert C. 1972. California Amphibians and Reptiles. U.C. Press, Berkeley, CA.
Zeiner, David C., William Laudenslayer, Jr., and Kenneth E. Mayer, editors. 1988. California's
Wildlife Volume 1: Amphibians and Reptiles. California Dept. of Fish and Game,
Sacramento, California.
Zeiner, David C., William Laudenslayer, Jr., and Kenneth E. Mayer, editors. 1990. California's
Wildlife Volume IT Birds. California Dept. of Fish and Game. Sacramento, California.
Zeiner, David C., W.F. Laudenslayer, Jr., K.E. Mayer, and M. White. 1990. California's
Wildlife, Vol. III, Mammals. California Dept. of Fish & Game. Sacramento, California.
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APPENDIX B
Funding Sources Matrix
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PRIMARY FEDERAL FUNDING RESOURCES
Category
Description
Target Project Components
Congestion Mitigation
Provides funds aimed at projects that help improve air
Bicycle and pedestrian facilities,
and Air Quality
quality in regions that are designated as non -
traffic flow improvement
Improvement Program
attainment or maintenance areas as defined by air
programs.
(CMAQ)
quality standards. Major emphasis is placed upon
Caltrans Local Programs
Allocated to the local councils of governments for
projects that support alternative modes of
allocation to local projects on a competitive basis.
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transportation, provide congestion relief measures,
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itransproJreports /Official
provide non - polluting transit vehicles and equipment,
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pedestrian and bicycling facilities, and new or
improved technologies geared toward providing a
Ventura County
more efficient and safer transportation system.
Transportation
Commission (VCTC)
Caltrans District 7
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Call for projects is anticipated July 2003 for budget
years 2003 -2004 and 2004 -2005. Applications will be
available on -line at w>ww•.goventura.or, =. Upon
approval of the reauthorization act by the federal
government a subsequent call for projects will be
made.
Transportation
Funds environmental and alternative transportation
Enhancement Activities
projects which enhance the transportation system.
(TEA)
Projects should creatively and sensitively integrate
multi -modal transportation facilities into their
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surrounding communities. TEA projects must have a
TransEnhAct
direct relationship, by function, proximity or impact,
to surface transportation (streets, roads, highways).
Caltrans Local Programs
Allocated to the local councils of governments for
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allocation to local projects on a competitive basis.
VCTC
Upon approval of the reauthorization act by the
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federal government a call for projects will be made.
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Regional Surface
Transportation Program
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VCTC
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Caltrans District 7
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Programs and projects that facilitate non - automobile
travel and generally reduce the need for single
occupant vehicle travel. In addition, programs for
new construction and major reconstructions of paths,
tracks or areas solely for the use by pedestrian or
other non - motorized means of transportation when
economically feasible and in the public interest. STP
funds may be used for either the construction of
bicycle transportation facilities and pedestrian
walkways, or non - construction projects (such as
maps, brochures, and public service announcements)
related to safe bicycle use and walking. Allocations
are made on the basis of priorities developed in the
RTP by the MPO in cooperation with local
jurisdictions.
Trail construction, benches, bike
racks, interpretive exhibits,
directional and safety signage,
tradside rest facilities, staging
nodes.
Trail construction, bike lanes,
trail connections, traffic signals.
Category
Description
Target Project Components
Recreational Trails
Provides federal funding for recreational trails and
Trail acquisitions, trail
Program
trails- related projects to public agencies and non-
construction, restoration and
profit organizations that manage public lands.
maintenance, trailside rest
California Department of
Fundina is available on a competitive basis to these
facilities, educational programs,
Parks and Recreation
agencies and may be used for maintenance and
and directional and safety
(DPR). State Parks Staff
restoration of existing trails; development and
signage.
for Ventura County:
rehabilitation of trailside and trailhead facilities, and
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trail linkages; construction of new recreational trails;
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acquisition of easements and fee simple title to
property for recreational trails or corridors; and
operation of educational or safety programs relatin,
Rivers, Trails, and
to the use of the recreational trails. A 20% minimum
Grant writing, funding proposals,
Conservation Assistance
match is required.
lobbying consultation.
Safe Routes to School
Enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety facilities and
Trail segments proximate to
(SR2S)
related infrastructure. To be eligible for these funds,
schools and /or that provide safe
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the project must be located on any state highway or
connections to school campuses.
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on any local road. Projects must correct an identified
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safety hazard or problem on a route that students use
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for trips to and from school. federal reimbursement
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rate is 90 %.
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Land and Water
Acquisition or development of neighborhood,
Trail acquisition, construction,
Conservation Fund
community, and regional parks that include top
maintenance, interpretive
(LWCF)
priority recreation projects or acquisitions of
exhibits.
wetlands. (Combination acquisition and development
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projects are not eligible.) Property acquired or
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developed under the program must be retained in
perpetuity for public outdoor recreation use. This is a
Department of Parks and
reimbursement program. Applicants are expected to
Recreation Local Services
finance the entire project. Fifty percent of the actual
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expenditures up to the support ceiling of the grant
will be refunded when the project has been
completed.
Rivers, Trails, and
National Park Service program provides technical
Grant writing, funding proposals,
Conservation Assistance
assistance at the request of citizens, community
lobbying consultation.
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groups, and government to establish and restore
eenways, rivers, trails, watersheds and open space.
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Not all applicants are able to be assisted. Projects that
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rank the highest focus on conservation and
community partnerships.
PRIMARY STATE FUNDING RESOURCES
Category
Description
Target Project Components
Bicycle Transportation
Provides grant funds for new bike paths, bike lanes,
New bike segments that serve
Account (BTA)
and bike routes, bicycle parking facilities, bike racks
major transportation corridors,
on buses, and traffic control devices to improve the
secure bicycle parking, bicycle -
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safety and convenience of bicycle commuting. To be
carrying facilities on transit
Programs/
eligible for BTA funding, cities and counties must
vehicles, installation of traffic
have an adopted Bicycle Transportation Plan that
control devices, bike trail /lane
Caltrans District 7
complies with Streets and Highways Code §891.2 and
improvements, maintenance, and
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has been approved by the appropriate regional
hazard eliminations.
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transportation agency and Caltrans. Local match is
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ten percent of the total project cost.
Environmental Offers grants to local state and federal agencies and Depends on timing and
Enhancement and non - profit organizations for projects to mitigate the availability of transportation
Mitigation Program environmental impacts caused by new or modified mitigation projects that could
(EEV1P) state transportation facilities. These are not stand- provide additional mitigation
alone grants. EEMP projects must piggyback or add through this program.
www.dot.ca.gov/'hq/Land onto other mitigation projects. Grants are awarded in
Arch /eem /eemframe.htm three categories: Highway Landscape and Urban
Forestry; Resource Lands; Roadside Recreational.
State Resources Agency Transportation mitigation projects are ineligible.
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Habitat Conservation Fund Provides a competitive grant program for trail
(HCF) projects, land acquisition, and wildlife corridor
restoration. Projects must employ CA Conservation
http: / /'www.narks.ca.gov�! Corps, when feasible, or local conservation corps.
grantsi1icf/hcf.htm Trails, programs and urban access projects evaluated
according to benefit, long -term commitment of
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8459, CA Department of adopted plans or programs, and matching funds that
Parks and Recreation, (916) are already budgeted.
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Safe Routes to School
(S R2S)
Cal "Frans District Office 7
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1905,
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ca.gov
State Transportation
Improvement Program
(STIP)
Ventura County
Transportation
Commission (VCTC)
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1591 ext 106
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Competitive grant program to enhance pedestrian and
bicycle safety facilities and related infrastructure that
correct an identified safety hazard or problem on a
route that students use for trips to and from school.
Projects must be located on any state highway or on
any local road. Federal reimbursement rate is 90 %;
local match 10 %.
State funding for a variety of transportation projects
including bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The
Regional Transportation Planning Agency (Ventura
County Transportation Commission is the RTPA for
Moorpark) includes projects on the long - term
Regional Transportation Improvement Plan (RTIP).
Evaluation criteria determined by the RlPA.
Trail segments that attract urban
residents to park and wildlife
areas and programs that educate
them about state wildlife
resources.
Creek crossings, creek side trails
near natural or proposed restored
habitat areas, coastal trail
connections.
Trail segments and facilities that
are proximate to schools and /or
that provide safe connections to
school campuses such as
bikeways, signals, signs, traffic
calming measures.
Permits and environmental
studies, design, right -of -way
acquisition, and construction.
Category
Description
Target Project Components
Community Based
Caltrans program supports demonstration planning
Trail connections to high volume
Transportation Planning
projects that project an example of livable community
pedestrian / transit usage or
Demonstration Grant
concepts. CBTP grants assist local agencies to better
residential neighborhoods.
Program
integrate land use and transportation planning, to
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develop alternatives for addressing growth and to
• Acquisition of park and recreation lands and
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assess efficient infrastructure investments that meet
• Development/rehabilitation of park and
community needs, including those that expand
recreation lands and facilities
Caltrans Contact:
transportation choices and provide pedestrian
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bicycle/ transit linkages.
• Innovative Recreation Programs
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Petroleum Violation Funds projects that conserve energy and that benefit Bicycle facilities with high
Escrow Account (PVEA) directly or indirectly consumers of petroleum commuter benefits.
products in the state.
Local CA Legislature
Representative, and
Caltrans Federal
Resources Office, Budgcts
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CA Conservation Corps Not a grants program, but a free source of volunteer Can assist with grant writincy .
labor and potential project partner. Projects must Trail construction, installation of
Margaret Behan, provide a natural resource or other public benefit, and bike facilities such as bike racks,
www.ecc.ca.gov provide corps members with education and training in staging areas, etc.
916 -341 -3155 employable skills. Project sites must be public land or
publicly accessible. Regular maintenance is not
eligible for CCC projects, however restoration and
major repairs considered.
Roberti- Z'berg- Harris
Available for the acquisition, development, or special Trail acquisition, trail
Program (RZH)
major maintenance of recreational lands and facilities: construction.
and innovative recreation programs that respond to
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unique and other wise unmet recreation needs of
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special urban populations. This program consists of
Parks and Recreation, (916)
block grants and competitive giants to special
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districts, cities, counties, and regional districts.
ibradv@parks.ca.gov
Eligible projects include:
• Acquisition of park and recreation lands and
facilities
• Development/rehabilitation of park and
recreation lands and facilities
• Special Major Maintenance of park and
recreation lands and facilities
• Innovative Recreation Programs
PRIMARY LOCAL FUNDING RESOURCES
Category
Description Target Project Components
Transportation
One quarter cent of retail sales tax is returned to the General bicycle and pedestrian
Development Act (TDA)
county of origin in order to fund transportation facilities.
Article 3
improvements in that county. Article 3 allows RTPAs
and related facilities such as
to earmark 2% of the Local Transportation Fund
VCTC
(LTF) towards bicycle and pedestrian facilities,
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including safety programs and planning projects. TDS
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monies can be used as a local match for federal and
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state grants within one year of their allocation. May
Supervisor
be a competitive process within the County.
Local Air District
Various state legislation have authorized air districts
Project components with
Funding for Vehicle
in California to impose a two to four dollar motor
measurable commuter benefits
Registration Fees
vehicle registration fee to provide funds for air
and related facilities such as
districts to meet CA Clean Air Act mandates. The
transit bike racks, bike lanes that
Ventura County APCD
funds can be used to support programs and projects
connect to commuter routes.
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that reduce air pollution from motor vehicles and to
Supervisor
implement Transportation Control Measures (TCM)
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contained in local Air Quality Attainment Plans.
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Proposals need to show the project's anticipated air
quality benefits through vehicle trip reduction
predictions and other data.
Developer Impact Fees
Local government charge to developers to offset the
Trail and facility segments
public costs required to accommodate new
proximate to new development
development with public infrastructure. The fee must
areas that will generate traffic
have a direct relationship between the need for
increases.
facilities and the growth from new development.
Generally used for local rather than regional
improvements such as water and sewer. The amount
of the fee must equal the cost of the proposed project
or service. Sometimes these fees are known as traffic
mitigation fees.
OTHER F"DING RESOURCES
Category
Description
Target Project Components
Gifts and Endowments
General contributions from private individuals or
Trail amenities (benches, lights,
businesses are an attractive source of financing.
staving areas, trees, etc.).
Although fundraising through donations is
unpredictable, it could help supplement other more
reliable sources.
Adopt a Trail / Adopt a
Donated monies may be earmarked to pay for trail
Interpretive kiosks, lighting, or
Trail Feature
construction or trail fixtures is to provide name
benches, trail segments.
recognition to donors or those who helped pay for
specific features. A small plaque or sign could be
fastened to the appropriate fixture or at trail heads of
appropriate trail segments. This program would have
to either be developed by the city or a local
community group willing to assume responsibility for
coordinating donors with projects.
CA ReLeaf Tree
Funds available to community-based groups
Creekside trail enhancement /
Planting Grant
throughout California for projects that plan Marge-
revegetation projects.
crowning environmentally tolerant trees on public
California Department of
property to provide shade and other benefits. The City
Forestry & Fire Protection.
could collaborate with a group such as Urban Tree
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Foundation to acquire ReLeaf grant funding.
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or 916 -557 -1673, ext. 12.
Bikes Belong Coalition,
Grants for facility project objective: To connect
Trail connections, construction,
Ltd.
existing facilities or create new opportunities;
and programs that include
leverage federal, state and private funds; influence
measurable benefits. May be
Tim Baldwin, Grants
policy; and generate economic activity.
beneficial to combine with
Administrator
Eligible proiects includes
APCD project components for
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Bike paths, trails, routes, lanes, parking, and transit
corresponding measurable
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Innovative and unique high profile projects
benefits.
Proposals must include a specific program or project
that is measurable. Applicants are also strongly
encouraged, but not required, to contact Bikes Belong
to ensure the proposal's eligibility.
APPENDIX C
Recreational Land Use Statute
C
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State of California
Recreational Use Statute
846. An owner of any estate o- any other _.nterest in real property,
w- eter possessory or nonpossessory, owes no duty of care to keep
the premises sa=e for entry or use by others for any recreational
purpose or �:o give any warning of. - azardous conditions, uses of,
str.uct•.:res, or activities on such premises to persons entering for
s-.:ch n ---pose, except as orovided in th'..s section.
A "recreational purpose," as used in t'r_is section, _nc:uces such
activities as `ish_ng, ^untinc, camping, water sperLs, hikirc,
spe-lunking, sport parachuting, ridinq, including animal r d_nq,
s- ow--nobiling, and a-1 other types of ve- _cu:ar riding, rock
collecting, s- ghtseeir.c, picnicking, nature study, nature centact_ng,
recreational cardening, gleaning, ' -ang gliding, winter sports, and
view.nq or enjoyLnq historical, a_chaeoioq_ca:, scenic, natural, or
scientific sites.
An owner of any estate or any other _nteresL in real property,
w- et: -er possessory or nonpossessory, w:no gives permission to anct er
for entry or use for t:.e above purpose upon the oremises does not
-e_eby (a) extend any assurance that the premises are sa_`e for such
rnose, or (b) ccnstit•.ite t -e person to whom permission has been
cranLed the _cgal stat.:s of an _nvitee or - _censee to whom a d --ty of
care is owed, or (c) assume resoonsi.bility for or inc--- iiabi -_ty for
any ry to person or property ca sed by any act of s-. person to
whom permission has been cr.anted except as provided in t -_s sect'_on.
s section does not 1__m_t L e l i ab__iLy whi.c otherwise exists
(a) for w__ -fu1 or malicious cailure to guard or warn against a
dangerous condi.t_cn, use, str.:cture or activity; or (b) for injury
suffered in any case w ere perm -scion to enter for t: -e above purpose
was granted for a consideration other than the consideration, __ any,
pa 'd to said landowner by the state, or w -ere consideration has been
received from others Ecr the same p_-°pose; or (c) to any persons who
are express -y invited rat�.er than rere -y perrri.tted to core upon the
preT,_ses by the landowner.
Nothinc in this section creates a duty of care or ground of
liability for injury to person or property.
816.1. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (c), ar owner of any
estate or interest in real. property, w -eLher possessory or
nonpossessory, who gives permission -o the public for entry on or use
cf the real property pursuant to an agreemenzi wit` a public or
ncnor.ofit agency for .p_'-poses of recreational trail use, and is a
defendant ir. a civil action brouc: -t by, or on behalf of, a oerson w -.o
_s a-- egedly injured or a'_!eged:.y s,.ffers damages on the real
property, may presenz� a c -ai.m to the State Board o` Control for
reasonab -e attorney's fees incurred in t:-is civil action if any of
the f.._lowinq occurs:
(1) The co-rt has dismissed the civil action upor a der",�ffer or
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motion for summary judgment made by the owner or upon its own motion
for lack of prosecution.
(2) Inc action was dismissed by the plaintiff without any payment
from the owner.
(3) The owner prevails Ln the civil action.
(b) Except as provided in subdivision (c), a public entity, as
defined in Section 831.5 of the Government Code, that dyes
permission to the public for entry on or use of real property for a
recreational purpose, as defined in Section 846, and is a defendant
..n a civil action brought by, or on behalf of, a person who is
alleqedly injured or allegedly suffers damages on the real property,
may preseni a claim to the Stave Board of Controi for reasonable
attorney's fees incurred in this civil action if any of the following
occurs:
(1) The court has dismissed the civil action, upon a demurrer or
motion for summary judgment made by this public entity or upon its
own motion for lack of prosecution.
(2) The action was dismissed by the plaintiff without any payment
from the public entity.
(3) The publi.c entity preva`.is in the civil action.
(c) An owner of any estate or interest in real property, whether
possessory or nonpossessory, or a public entity, as defined in
Section. 831.5 of the Government Code, that gives permi.ssion to the
public for entry on, or use of, the real property for a recreational
purpose, as defined in Section 846, pursuant to an agreement with a
public or nonprofit agency, and is a defendant in a civil action
bro�ght by, or on behaif of, a person who seeks to restrict, prevent-,
or delay public use of that property, may present a claim to the
State Board of Control for reasonable attorney's fees Lncvrred in the
civil action 't any of the following occurs:
(') "he court has dismissed the civil action .:pon a demurrer or
notion for summary fudgment made by the owner or pubic entity or
upon its own- motion for lack o` prosec.:t_on..
(2) The action was dismissed by the plaintiff;: withc:zt any payment
from the owner or public entity.
(3) The owner or public entity prevails in the civil action.
(d) The State Board of Control shall allow the claim if the
requirements of this section are met. he claim shall be paid from
an appropriation to be :Wade for that purpose. Reasonable attorneys'
fees, for purposes of this section, may not exceed an hoer -y rate
greater Shan the rate charged by the Attorney General at the time the
award is made, and may not exceed an aggregate amount of twenty-Ave
thousand dollars ($25,000). This subdivision shall. not apply if a
public entity has provided for the defense o= this civil action
p..:rsnant to Section 995 of the Government Code. This s::bdiv_sion,
shall also non apply if an owner or public entity has been provided a
lega; defense by the state pursuant to any contract or other regal
obligation.
(e) The Iota_ of claims a -lowed by the board pursuant to this
section, sr.a;_ not exceed two hundred thousand dollars ($200,000) per
fiscal year.
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