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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRCC AGENDA PK 2003/08/04DRAFT City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan ^^July 30, 2003 Acknowledgements City of Chula Vista: Duane E. Bazzel, Principal Planner Frank J. Herrera-A, Associate Planner Mary Hofmockel, Principal Landscape Architect John Krizan, Landscape Architect Nancy Ross, Geographic Information System Specialist Todd Schmit, Landscape Architect Chapin Land Management, Inc. Peggy Gentry, Project Manager Kelly Ballard, Research Liz Sears, Graphics City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-21July 30, 2003 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Chapter 1 -Purpose and Need 4 1 1 Purpose of Plan 4 1.2 Need for Master Plan 6 1 3 Components of the Greenbelt Ch -' ": d E 1 - 3 aP 1 1 -tease-a: a - ee e~ ,•s o~..,, R z - ~ ~ kN-P9S2 t Pt -'~ " " r P' . e . as e Chap ter 2 -Existing Conditions 12 2.1 Historical Context 12 2 2 Local and Regional Setting 12 2 3 Relationship to Other Local and Regional Plans 13 Chap ter 3 -Goals and Policies 16 Chap ter 4 - Desian Criteria and Standards 19 4 1 Trail Tvoes 20 4.1.1 General Standards 21 4.1.2 Trail Surface 21 4.1.3 Multi-use Trail 21 4.1.4 Rural Trail 24 4 1 5 Special Trail Design Criteria 26 4 2 Greenbelt Design 28 4 2 1 Greenbelt Signs 28 4 2 2 Staging Areas 32 4 2 3 Site Furnishings 34 4 2 4 Accessibility Guidelines 35 4 2 5 Fencing 35 4 2 6 Arterial Crossings 37 4 2 7 Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation 37 Plan Requirements 4 3 Greenbelt Management and Maintenance 38 4 3 1 Greenbelt Management 38 4.3.2 Greenbelt Maintenance 42 4.3.3 User Conflicts 44 2-:3 Gt Re',at~rsl~lp '~^'~,~~L~s~' ,..a,p' D1~aas t 3 = v :S a ~ D^ ;; :eS 4 li p eF- -- ov - ~R - o v T City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apri4-2~-July 30, 2003 4.-1.-~^^^'' T~~.'rpo^si0n Criteria 2~ - 4 2~6reeabe4t SiQas 25 ^.'T-AsC~s.>ibil+'„ ray-~.~'~' n~.~ ___ o~ 4.2.7'^^,d~^ -~4 4:3-- Managem„enron~,a,ntenanc~-- -- ------4.'-~? 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T'' T '~ L v'vT~l~- t-~f}rQiY -_- zvQ ~r-'~''1.-^ n~ ~8 V _- ~~ ~~~ r oo..li~. as _ _ _ _._ ~n -_ -~-^ City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft AprJt 21July 30, 2003 Introduction The Greenbelt is described in the City's General Plan as the backbone of an open space and park system that extends throughout the city. Comprised of a series of open space segments, the Greenbelt system will be connected by a multi-use trail extending through each segment. Essentially, the Greenbelt creates an open space border around the Gity. This Greenbelt is comprised of a variety of natural and parklike elements; from the channelized Sweetwater River, along golf courses and banks of the Otay Lakes, following the Otay River valley to the Chula Vista Bayfrontt=lart3er. Each Greenbelt segment offers unique opportunities for passive and/or active recreation that may be connected bra continuous trail system tyre's ~~r,~~^~txtay .,T~,a~n~,,e~ Recognizing these opportunities within each segment will serve to enhance and preserve the benefits and natural amenities of the greenbelt system. The intent of this Plan is to identify r^^^^^~~^ ~••"^~^ opportunities e~~^+ +^ ^ °.,+^ ., +r^;~ n^ctwer,~ ^ +~o -~".arse.~^,°~,~fs-gin b~eleped-and plan to develop parks and trails as funding becomes available or through the development of master planned communities. One of the key components of the Greenbelt is the multi-use trail that serves to connect the parks and open space of each Greenbelt segment. Trails are defined as paths used for walking, bicycling, horseback riding or other forms of recreation or transportation. For the purposes of the Greenbelt, there are two general types of trails: Multi-use Trails and Rural Trails. Multi-Use trails are trails designed for a variety of users, such as bicyclists, equestrians, pedestrians, joggers, and other non-motorized activities. The Multi-use Trail may also be improved with a variety of trail surfaces. Rural Trails provide access to natural open space areas, and are designed to minimize impacts to natural resource areas, limit access to maintenance and emergency vehicles, and may limit the types of users depending on permitted uses in these resource areas. The trails identified in this Master Plan represent both existing and proposed trails. The Master Plan is not intended to show precise alignments or locations of trail improvements, although as a result of master planned community design efforts, some trail locations have been identified. Precise locations for other trail segments will be developed on a case by case basis following appropriate review, through the master planned communities design efforts, or as part of a capital improvement project. In the City's General Plan, the Greenbelt is divided into segments that roughly follow the boundaries of the City along the Sweetwater River, Salt Creek and Otay Lakes, Otay River Valley, and the San Diego Bay. The Greenbelt is not entirely located within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City. Portions of the Greenbelt are located within the Cities of National City and San Diego, and the t City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr}4 24July 30, 2003 County of San Diego and Port District. This document recognizes the need for planning with the neighboring jurisdictions and the City will continue to work with those agencies to cooperatively plan trail connections to ensure the Greenbelt's continuity. The process for developing this Master Plan included the following key steps: • Identifying open space programs that comprise the greenbelt system.-~ • Evaluating the existing Greenbelt system existing trails proposed trails within developing communities and related open space and trail planning documents; • Summarizing background information on the open space and regional parks of the Greenbelt, and existing trails and proposed trails;; • Establishing goals of the Master Plan with supporting policies;; • Developing a physical plan showing recommended multi-use trails within the Greenbelt,; • Establishing design guidelines for the amenities within the Greenbelt and for the multi-use trail system; and„ Proposing an implementation program for the Greenbelt system. This document serves as a planning tool to guide future planning decisions. Specific actions and commitments can assure that in the future the entire Greenbelt with interconnecting trails will be developed through commitments by the City and the adjacent jurisdictions, pursuing funding mechanisms, and through sensitive and flexible design criteria. The Greenbelt Master Plan is divided into the following chapters: Chapter 1: Purpose and Need Why the Greenbelt Master Plan has been prepared, the need for a master plan, and who will use the Greenbelt trail system? Chapter 2: Existing Conditions Where are the existing Greenbelt segments, what trails have been planned and where they are located? Chapter 3: Goals and Policies What goals and policies guide the development of the Greenbelt? Chapter 4: Design Criteria and Standards What types of trails will be constructed, are there additional z City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apri4-21July 30, 2003 amenities that will be provided and what signs wil! be installed that will provide recognition and guidance to trail users? Chapter 5 The Plan Ultimately, where are the existing and future Greenbelt segments and what trails will be located within each Greenbelt? Chapter 6: Implementation What actions need to occur to accomplish the goals of the plan? Chapter 7: Consultation Sources Consulted and Persons Interviewed City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr+E-2~July 30, 2003 Chapter 1 Purpose and Need The City of Chula Vista has grown rapidly achieving the status as the second largest city in the San Diego region (See Figure 1). This rapidly growing, diverse community has a population estimated at 200,000. Over time the City's ~s-the G+ty-ham gaYO^,-its-leaders have recognized the value of open space and the importance of preserving the natural environment, while also understanding that both open space and trails are important to the quality of life of a diverse community. This document is a Master Plan for the greenbelt system surrounding the City and -the trails that are an essential component of the greenbelt. 1.1 Purpose of Plan The Land Use Element of the City's General Plan (pp.1-42) discusses the concept, describes the major components, and includes a diagram of the physical layout of the Greenbelt. The General Plan states, "to assure a coordination of planning for all components of the Chula Vista Greenbelt, an overall master plan is recommended." The Greenbelt Master Plan (referred to in this document as the Plan) provides guidance and continuity for planning open space and constructing and maintaining trails that encircle the City. The Plan's primary purpose is to provide goals and policies, trail design standards, and implementation tools that guide the creation of a Greenbelt System connected b a s stem of multi-use trails through-epen--space-cerridors. i^~,,,~.eatat;~ n--oL-tThe Greenbelt system will creates an identity for the City while unifying the western and eastern--areas-e€ . The multi-use trail system is an integral component of the Greenbelt as it links each segment. '~" -~-spaces ^ ~~-trt~° #fie 6reenbel~ Each of the Greenbelt segments offers unique challenges to implementing the Plan. Consulting_atief~-with State and Federal guidelines regarding accessibility will be required prior to final trail design and construction. The Greenbelt Master Plan serves as a flexible, comprehensive, and long-range planning document. It is a guide for identifying significant open space areas within the Greenbelt and potential multi-use trails and is a tool for planning and developing theyyentire Greenbelt system. ar•d--the-+~ult;~sc~'r-U-ils-..~'"~h° 9'fV V I I OVI ~JySteTTT. 4 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft April ~1July 30, 2003 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apri4-2-July 30, 2003 txtl+tvr~ fkh''ERE CGt~arY t:,xs rStlri?t-0ra FAl4ERC?LL)K Y ~T~fe !. -,,~ BCks.C {~ fi PAfiFiC ~hd:44 vcsrvr ~rnn FtALA # RN,kYiS;A ~~ AErtMFf?~`r^t h V Yl'XdIhY k.~ . @,ahrSah 4PiCESK3E • V+ hAES.A i . RO SCAT.r 'hrAJ~F-tER Sk'NZiF+{Kr$ re t ~arnucr~a _[r;? :~P'1 111 D ~ ~ t../ C.W71,43~'R • €~:cxuu~xs v sarau~ ,M,asc4 ~J ". e; _ 3:79 # `'.,.. _...-~" C:£L ~~4 cHUL~- visT~ GREENBELT viraE vrwt~ Figure 1 Vicinity Map 6 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+i-29July 30, 2003 Figure 2 General Plan Greenbelt 1.2 Need for a Greenbelt Master Plan The Citv of Chula Vista's Parks Master Plan states that providing well planned leisure opportunities is one of the greatest challenges in the 215r century Surveys conducted by the City to determine public interest and commitment in parks facilities was conducted in 1995 and 1996 and updated in 2000 (Chula Vista Parks and Recreation Master Plan). The survey resulted in the recoonition that 75% of the residents use N~City parks and that the keV programs desired are: outdoor court facilities playino fields and biking and ioooing paths Protection of linear corridors and open space networks is vital to providing access to scenic areas, parks, and other public or non-public recreation. Connecting these open space corridors for public access requires preserving corridors for trails. °•^'^ct;c„ cf th° trc;! ,,,,,,;d '-~ ~~{' +' F ~ '~ ~~ corridors, coordination with property owners for trail development, and active public support for trails. The Greenbelt itself provides visual and environmental benefits. Incorporating a trail throughout the Greenbelt will continue to ensure the feeling of open space, City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apri~~4July 30, 2003 aad-protection of habitat, and providing for public access to the Greenbelt. Trails provide a relatively inexpensive form of recreation for the general public as well as prove to be an asset to the community and increase property values. Other benefits are more individualized for the user. Trail users realize improved health, increased fitness, convenient access to the outdoors, and a diversified selection of recreational opportunities. Connecting each Greenbelt segment will result in achieving one of the most desired recreation amenities for communities. Traits---are--strongty----supported tkrr The 1993 California Outdoor Recreation Plan states that 88% of the public participated in walking, 55% in hiking, 31% in jogging or running, 46% in biking on paved surfaces, 15% in mountain bicycling and 15% in horseback riding. Urban and suburban development continues to diminish available open space; frequently severing trail corridors used for trail purposes, but never formally designated as public trails. However, the demand for non- motorized trails is increasing. The 1991 Harris Poll cited studies that showed 54% of Americans would cycle if they had safe, separate designated paths on which to ride and 59% said they would walk more if there were pathways separated from motor vehicles (The National Bicycling and Walking Study, pp 30. ) Supporting this need for trails are the results of a telephone survey for the City of Chula Vista conducted in 1995 and 1996 to assess the community's recreation needs and preferences. The results issued by Research Network, Ltd., indicated that 7-8% of those who responded wanted more biking and jogging paths. Users of trails are classified as either recreationists or commuters. Recreationists are those users who use the trail for exercise, enjoyment, or sport. Commuters are generally defined as bicyclists or pedestrians who walk or bike to school, places of employment or services. It is anticipated that both recreationists and commuters will use the trail system based on the accessibility of trail segments to residential areas and to destination points, such as employment centers, services, schools, and recreation areas. Since the trail system will connect urbanized areas to open space areas, there will be a variety of trail users depending on the location and trail surface. Bus and/or rail service are readily available and accessible within most parts of the City connecting to Tijuana to the south and the Santa Fe Depot in downtown San Diego. At the Santa Fe Depot, trolley service is available to other points in San Diego County; the Coaster provides service along the coast from Oceanside to San Diego, and Amtrak links San Diego to destinations far north. The Coaster and Amtrak together offer over 98 passenger trains daily with service along the San Diego coast and beyond. Residents of Chula Vista may elect to use the Greenbelt trail system from adjacent residential neighborhoods to bike or walk along the trail to connect to buses or the trolley. s City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+t2lJuly 30, 2003 Individuals frequently state that they would ride their bikes to commute to work if there were adequate safe facilities away from roadways with high vehicular traffic that connect to their home. (San Diego Bicycle Attitude Survey, 1995). Both pedestrians and bicyclists who walk/bike to the trolley or to bus stops are expected to increases when there is a trail system that encounters less cross traffic and connects to employment centers, bus stops, and train service. The Sweetwater segment of the Greenbelt trail and the Bayshore Bikeway along the Bayfront are both identified as regional bikeways in SANDAG's Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) that will provide connections to bus and rail service. One of the key goals of the RTP is to integrate bicycle and pedestrian facilities into the existing multi-modal transportation network and a primary objective of the RTP is to increase, at a minimum of 30 miles each year, the miles of bikeways and another is to increase walking by 150% as a mode of regional commuting trips. Educational benefits of trails include firsthand experiences highlighting the importance of the natural environment and developing an appreciation of nature. At staging areas, trail kiosks can enhance the experience of the trail users by offering educational experiences. Some of the economic benefits resulting from multi-use trails include trail-related expenditures for goods and services, trail-related construction and maintenance jobs, increased tourism, and increased real estate values. A survey on the relative increase in property values on homes in close proximity of the trail identified that 23% to 30% of respondents felt that an adjacent trail significantly increased the value of their homes (Sonoma State University 1992). Direct economic benefits are derived from users of the trail who also spend money on food, lodging, fuel and clothing in the region. An indirect economic benefit involves the increase in the quality of life in the community, improving property values near the trails, and increasing air quality by reducing the number of vehicles. A 1994 survey of house-buying preferences, by American Lives, Inc., found that 74 percent of homebuyers said the presence of walking and biking trails is very or extremely important in their choice of location. This answer was fourth, behind quiet, low traffic area at 93 percent, designed with cul-de-sac streets, circles and courts at 77 percent and lots of natural, open space at 77 percent. In 1995, Parkwood Research Associates conducted a survey for Rodale Press in which respondents were asked what their current primary means of travel was, and "all things being equal, and if good facilities for each existed, which of these means would you prefer the most"? Persons bicycling and walking rose from 5 percent to 13 percent, while the percentage of people driving alone fell from 76 percent to 56 percent. (Source: Pathways for People, Rodale Press) 9 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft April-~1July 30, 2003 Trails constructed within natural terrain may limit encroachment into the natural environment. Nature cannot be fully appreciated until one is allowed to interact with it and understand it. With appropriate signage, these trails offer an awareness of the environment and protect varied wildlife species, their habitat, nesting cover, and breeding grounds. Multi-use trails allow the general public and people with special needs and abilities to access outdoor environments and participate in outdoor activities. Off- road trails improve access to and through areas that otherwise would be difficult or impossible to view and enjoy. A significant portion of the trail will be designed to accommodate various groups of people, including the very young, elderly, and disabled. 1.3 Components of the Greenbelt For planning purposes, the Greenbelt is divided into eight segments. Seven of these segments are consistent with the segments of the Greenbelt described in the General Plan except that a more descriptive name has been given to each segment (See Figure 11). An additional corridor, the Otay Ranch Village Greenway, a component of the Otay Ranch General Development Plan, has been added as a component of the Greenbelt since it provides an opportunity to develop a trail corridor connecting from Salt Creek, through the heart of the Otay Ranch and Wolf Canyon, to the Otay Valley Regional Park near Rock Mountain. A more detailed description of each of the segments is included in Chapter 5, The Plan. The segments include: 1. Lower Sweetwater (Figure 12) 2. Sweetwater Regional Park (Figure 13) 3. San Miguel (Figure 14) 4. Otay Lakes (Figure 15) 5. Salt Creek Corridor (Figure 15) 6. Otay Ranch Village Greenway (Figure 16) 7. Otay Valley Regional Park, East and West (Figure 16 & 17) 8. The Bayfront (Figure 18) The Bayfront borders the San Diego Bay and parallels Interstate 5 from the Otay River to the Sweetwater River. It is characterized by its access to the Bay, marinas, and the regional Bayshore Bikeway. The Bayfront hosts several small parks. Two segments, the Otay Valley Regional Park, East and West, follow the Otay River 10 Bayfront City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-21July 30, 2003 from the County Park at the southern edge of Lower Otay Lake and westerly to Interstate 5. The regional park comprises 8,700 acres of amulti-jurisdictional open space that is planned for natural preserve areas, active and passive recreation, and equestrian, hiking, and biking trails. The valley contains a county park situated at the eastern end, "Knott's Soak City" a water slide park, Coors Amphitheatre, and the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge (South San Diego Bay Unit) at the western end. Otay Lakes (Upper and Lower Otay Lakes) lie east of Salt Creek and are located at the far eastern boundary of the City. The Olympic Training Center overlooks Lower Otay Lake. The Salt Creek corridor begins at the Auld Golf Course, progresses south through the Rolling Hills Ranch area and follows Salt Creek, passing by the Olympic Training Center to the east and ending at the Otay River Valley. San Miguel includes the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge (Otay-Sweetwater Unit), the newly developing residential development of San Miguel Ranch and the Auld Golf Course at the base of the San Miguel and Mother Miguel Mountains. Lower Sweetwater extends along the Sweetwater River flood channel from Interstate 805 west to Interstate 5. Along this segment, the flood channel generally separates National City and Chula Vista. Otay Ranch Village Greenway travels through portions of Villages 7 and 11, and the Eastern Urban Center connecting Salt Creek, Wolf Canyon and the Otay Valley, as depicted on the adopted Otay Ranch General Development Plan. This Otay Lakes City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apri4-2-July 30, 2003 segment begins within urban areas on the east, and then continues through the Wolf Canyon natural drainage corridor beginning at planned La Media Road and continuing west then south to the Otay Valley Regional Park at Rock Mountain. 12 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final DraftAprll-21July 30, 2003 Chapter 2 Existing Conditions 2.1 Historical Context The historical beginnings of Chula Vista are of interest when planning the Greenbelt System since much of the early development, from prehistoric to the early development of California, occurred along the water features that surround the City and which constitute significant portions of the Greenbelt. Over 283 cultural resource sites were located in the Otay River Valley alone which indicates that the early settlers inhabited the river valleys. One of the early developments in Chula Vista occurred with the salt production of the Western Salt Company in early 1871, under the name of La Punta, along the San Diego Bay. Recognizing the opportunities of Chula Vista, the Kimball brothers formed the San Diego Land and Town Company in 1888. Colonel William Dickinson who managed the S.D. Land and Town Company was well known in the early development of Chula Vista and is considered its earliest town planner. Lower Otay Dam was completed in 1897 and served the South Bay communities until 1916 when it was destroyed by flood. The City of San Diego rebuilt the dam in 1919 providing water to the newly developing agricultural communities west of the Otay Lakes and creating the Greenbelt eastern border of Chula Vista. At the beginning of World War II, due to Chula Vista's location along the San Diego Bay, Rohr Aircraft Company settled in Chula Vista. With that, industrial development grew and the City saw an influx of new residents. 2.2 Local and Regional Setting The City of Chula Vista is located south of downtown San Diego and National City, north to northeast of Imperial Beach and north of portions of the City of San Diego and the Baja, Mexico border. Bordering the City to the north is the unincorporated community of Bonita. Much of the area to the north, east and south of the Upper and Lower Otay Lakes is located within the unincorporated County, portions that w#iskFare designated as open space as part of the Multiple Species Conservation Program (see page 13 for a summary of the MSCP program). Chula Vista is growing rapidly with a population of approximately 200,000. By the year 2020, the population is expected to reach 270,739. The community is diverse both in economy and ethnicity. Supporting a higher than average 73 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apri4-2-1July 30, 2003 proportion of population less than 15 years of age, the demand for parks, trails, and outdoor activities continues to grow. 2.3 Relationship to Other Local and Regional Plans City of Chula Vista -General Plan The City's General Plan recognizes that there are opportunities to create a greenbelt system surrounding the City. The Land Use Element of the General Plan defines the Greenbelt as a circumferential greenbelt utilize(ing) existing developed and undeveloped open space and potential new open space linkages to create a continuous 28-mile open space and park system around the city (See pp 1-42 of GP). The General Plan identifies the Greenbelt segments as the following (See Figure 2, page 10 of GP): • Bayfront Park to Otay River • Otay River Valley to Otay Lake Regional Park • Otay Lake Regional Park to Mother Miguel Mountain and Sweetwater Reservoir • Sweetwater Reservoir to I-805 • I-805 to Bayfront Park Parks and Recreation Master Plan The City recently adopted a Parks Master Plan that guides the City's park planning efforts for the developed area of the City, as well as the newly developing areas in the eastern portion of the City. The Parks Master Plan document corresponds to the planning efforts of the Greenbelt Master Plan for the interconnecting subregional trails within Salt Creek Canyon, Wolf Canyon, and the Otay River Valley. Chula Vista Master Planned Communities (GDP) Trails are part of the newly developing master planned community areas known as Eastlake, San Miguel Ranch, Otay Ranch, and Rolling Hills Ranch. These master plans, guided by adopted policies contained within General Development Plans, have designated areas of preserved open space and trails. Many of the trail segments have been constructed or will be constructed during the construction of the communities. The Eastlake III General Development Plan, containing the Vistas and Woods planning areas, identifies two major off-street pedestrian trails: the Eastlake Community Trail and the Chula Vista Greenbelt Trail. The Eastlake Community Trail (Thematic Corridor) extends from Eastlake Hills through the developed portion of the Eastlake Planned Community to Eastlake Trails within Salt Creek and will be continued across Eastlake Vistas to overlook Otay Lakes. A to City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+t-2-4July 30, 2003 pedestrian trail through Salt Creek Canyon will connect to the Greenbelt Trail System. San Miguel Ranch includes 2,065 acres of an open space preserve which is a key segment of the Greenbelt System. The Greenbelt will be connected by trails from within San Miguel Ranch. Trails within San Miguel Ranch include equestrian, walking and biking trails and will provide access to regional trails and Greenbelt trails. The Otay Ranch is a master planned community which includes an open space area comprising of approximately 11,000 acres to be set-aside as mitigation for impacts to sensitive resources resulting from the Otay Ranch development. The dominant feature linking the three Otay Ranch parcels is the Otay River system, including a system of canyons and drainage courses and Otay Lakes. County of San Diego The County of San Diego borders the City of Chula Vista from approximately Interstate 805 east to the Sweetwater Reservoir, east of the Otay Lake Reservoir, and along the eastern portions of the Otay River. Therefore, planning trails along the Greenbelt in these areas must take into consideration trail connections in the County areas. The County is in the process of developing a Trails Master Plan that is scheduled for public review and adoption in 2002/2003. Additionally, the County completed a study of bicycle trail alignments along the eastern side of the Sweetwater River. Utilizing grant funds, they completed a preliminary design study for the portion of Sweetwater River from Plaza Bonita, in the unincorporated community of Bonita, to the Chula Vista Golf Course. The County is continuing to pursue other grants for trail improvements along the Sweetwater River along the Bonita Golf Course to Summit Park. Other Local and Regional Planning Efforts A number of planning efforts have been underway for each of the segments at some level. In order to understand those efforts and the opportunities or constraints that these documents may pose, a short summary of each is presented below. Sweetwater Bike Path An Environmental Opportunities and Constraints Analysis for the Sweetwater Bike Path, prepared by Recon (February 14, 2001) analyzes alignment alternatives for a bike path within the Sweetwater Regional Park (identified in the report as Areas 13 and 17). is City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apul ~i-July 30, 2003 Otay Valley Regional Park Concept Plan The key goal of the Otay Valley Regional Park Concept Plan is to link major open space areas within the southern area of San Diego County and South San Diego Bay with lower Otay Lake. The concept plan provides policy direction for the jurisdictions for coordinated land acquisition and development for the Regional Park. The Regional Park extends from the southeastern edge of the salt ponds at the mouth of the river, through the Otay River Valley, to the land surrounding both Lower and Upper Otay Lakes. Trails should be located on both sides of the river wherever possible, with crossings where appropriate. Trail corridors should provide connections to other regional trails, including the Bayshore Bikeway to the west, the City of Chula Vista Greenbelt trails which will provide a connection to Sweetwater Regional Park, and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) holdings to the east. Draft Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) Subarea Plan The Draft Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) Subarea Plan for the City of Chula Vista was conditionally approved by the City Council in October 2000. Since then, the City has been in the process of further revising the draft Plan to provide additional conservation programs and add another species, the Quinn checkerspot buttertly, to the list of covered species. This comprehensive document is a long-term habitat conservation plan which implements a Subregional Plan for the South San Diego County, from Del Mar to the Mexico border. The MSCP addresses the potential impacts of urban growth, natural habitat loss and species endangerment, and creates a plan to conserve habitat that supports a variety of endangered and threatened species, as well as other sensitive species, while providing for future development of both public and private lands within the South County. Port District/Chula Vista Bavfront Master Plan Both the San Diego Port District and the Citv of Chula Vista have beoun the preparation of the Bayfront Master Plan that will address the arrangement of land uses on approximately 300-acres west of Interstate 5 freeway and roughly between G Street and Palomar Street Included in this plan will be where future open space parks and trails will be located to implement the Greenbelt concept As the Bavfront Master Plan is not expected to be completed for about two years any parks, trails or other facilities identified in this Greenbelt Master Plan are considered conceptual at this time. t~ City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+l-2-A July 30, 2003 Chapter 3 Goals and Policies Goals and policies provide direction for the overall program of the Greenbelt Master Plan. The following goals and policies respond to the intent of the Master Plan as defined in the General Plan and specific issues for implementation. Goals are very broad statements of purpose. These are identified below in bold type. Policies are specific statements guiding action and implying clear commitment. These are identified below in normal type. Goa11.0: To establish a comprehensive and coordinated greenbelt system t~-',~„-„"vor-;< that visually reinforces the natural character of the community and integrates unique historic and cultural resources, open space areas, creeks, and trails. Policy 1.1: The City will coordinate and cooperate with the San Diego Port District, City of San Diego, County of San Diego, Resource Agencies, Wildlife Refuge, and other public agencies, as well as private interests, to provide open space easements and connecting trail easements t#a~linking Chula Vista's Greenbelt. Goa12.0: To provide-a connected open space areas wit#tir~-and surrounding Chula Vista to enhance the natural beauty and to preserve native biological and cultural resources. Policy 2.1: The City will strive to ensure the protection of the natural habitat from encroachment of trail users through education, fencing, signing and design. Policy 2.2: The City will coordinate implementation of the Greenbelt trail with the Preserve Owner Manager (POM) of the Otay Ranch Preserve. Policy 2.3: The City will coordinate the implementation of the Greenbelt Master Plan with management plans for the Otay River Valley. Policy 2.4 The City recognizes the natural value of the open space through the MSCP preserves and will plan for trails that do not diminish the value of the pristine environment. t~ City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final DraftApnF2lJulY30,2003 Policy 2.5 The City will locate trails in areas that avoid or minimize conflicts with natural resources. Goal 3.0: To establish a greenbelt that ensures public access within the greenbelt through an active and passive recreation park system with trails connecting each segment. it^^"~.,-tom ot:;`r ~~..._ _~__. °_r___ _ passive-recreation-. Policy 3.1 The City will actively pursue open space programs and plan foFand develop trail links connecting to parks and to-regional trails. Policy 3.2 The City will design trails that will accommodate a wide range and number of users anticipated. Policy 3.3 The City will develop a greenbelt #ai! system that offers a variety of active and passive recreation experiences. trails fer dim^~^~a,;~xperienses- Policy 3.4 The City will develop trails, wherever possible, which provide for accessibility for all, including those with disabilities. Policy 3.5 The City will locate staging areas, parking areas, and other amenities in areas that enhance the use of the trail system. Policy 3.6 The City will utilize existing fire roads, access roads and/or utility easements for the trail system when possible. Policy 3.7 The City will limit the use of multi-use trails to non-motorized uses except for motorized wheelchairs, and utility, maintenance, and emergency vehicles. Goa14.0: To provide a ti~i~-Greenbelt system that receives the necessary resources for open space acquisition, park and trailtr-ait -development, maintenance, and to establish volunteer programs. Policy 4.1 The City will identify and pursue potential grant programs for trail improvements. Policy 4.2 The City will pursue grant programs and opportunities with inter-agency cooperation for park and trail development and implementation. 18 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft April-21July 3Q, 2003 Policy 4.3 The City will encourage volunteer/community service organizations to assist in the construction and maintenance of ~a~s-ar~dtrails. Policy 4.4 The City will collaborate with private organizations for constructing, maintaining, and monitoring trails. 19 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apri4-2--1July 30, 2003 Goal 5.0: To establish a framework for the City to c-~°,~a-designated a staff person or department who will serves as the Greenbelt trail-M+r~anager responsible for open space and park acquisition, obtaining funds, coordination, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the Ggreenbelt. Policy 5.1 The City will facilitate the design of parks and trails in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and with best practices available. Policy 5.2 The City will coordinate develep maintenance and monitoring programs for the #ail-Greenbelt system. Policy 5.3 The City will facilitate the installation of informational signs and maps within each Greenbelt segment and along the trail system to guide trail users. Policy 5 4 The City will prepare an implementation plan that establishes department and staff responsibilities for managing open space property acquisition and inter-agency coordination, as well as addresses funding for Greenbelt management and maintenance. zo City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-21July 30 2003 Chapter 4 Greenbelt Design Criteria and Standards The Greenbelt currently boasts a number of active and passive recreation facilities-facilities stemming from: Regional Parks • Communitv Parks • Neighborhood Parks, • Special Purpose Parks • Commercial Parks and Recreation • and Multi-use Trails. These facilitiesparks currently exist and as the Otay ~ive~Valley Regional Park is implemented^^^,°° +^ r°^''°~+'^^ more active and passive recreation parks will be developed. The City's Parks and Recreation Master Plan defines each park type as follows: Regional Parks -large open space and recreational facilities provided, whefther martially or wholly, by the County of San Diego. Included within the Greenbelt are n;R ^^~the Sweetwater and Otay Valley Regional ParksReg+er~a{--~ ine~etdiiystays,^9 areas-#o~er}uestFtans,-park^,~n-space-,-arid-tr~if~ Communitv Parks -comprising 15 or more acres. community parks serve more than one neighborhood offering sport fields, recreation centers picnicking, and playgrounds. Rohr Park, located within the Sweetwater Segment, is a communitypark and two community parks are being developed within the San Miguel, Otay Lakes, ands Salt Creek Se mc~ents. Neighborhood Parks -intended to serve local residents and are within walkin distance of '/4 - '/2 mile. Neighborhood parks range in size from 5 to 15 acres, frequently adjacent to schools, and picnicking, playing fields, and playgrounds. Neighborhood parks are principally located within each community and are not typically planned for within the Greenbelt system. Special Purpose Parks -are Darks that offer specialized facilities or themes Located within the Greenbelt are the following: Chula Vista Nature Center within the Bayfront Ssegment, Summit Park, an equestrian park within Sweetwater Regional Park (Countvl. and the Olympic Training Center within the Otav Lakes Ssegment. 21 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-21July 30, 2003 Commercial Parks and Recreation -consists ofe#er a variety of active recreation focusing on special activities or events. Within the Gareenbelt there are several golf courses, the Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course and the Bonita Golf Course both within the Sweetwater segment, the Auld Golf Course within the San Miguel segment, the Coors Amphitheater and Knotts Soak City Water Park, both within the Otay River Valley Regional Park segment and the Marina View Park with the Bayfront segment. Multi-use Trails -provide for a variety of uses from equestrians to biking and hiking. Trails have been and are currently being constructed by several developers of residential communities including Rolling Hills Ranch, San Miguel Ranch, Otay Ranch, and Eastlake Trails. Active and passive parks as described above already define the Greenbelt and it is because of these parks that the majority of the Greenbelt exists. Expanding on the existing arks and creating additional parks primarily within the Otay Valley Multi-use trails have been randomly developed, both formally and informally. It is the intent of this Master Plan to recognize where trails currently exist and to identify where the trail system may be expanded to enhance the trail system and connect the Greenbelt segments. This The purpose~€tf~+s chapter +s~e-define t#~e types-c3# describes ,~^'~'~^°*~^^ ^""° ^'°^~^^ ^' the Greenbelt amenities, trail design, sign standards and provides guidance for managi~ernent ~t the Greenbelt. The reader should refer to the City's Parks and Recreation Master Plan for further discussion on park programs and park design within the City. 4.1 Trail Types The City's Landscape Manual, dated November 1994, sets specific standards for trail construction within the City. The intent of the following trail standards is to augment the standards in the Landscape Manual. The design guidelines identified in this chapter set forth minimum standards for the two general types of trails specified below. Variation to the minimum standards will be based on consideration of the number and types of trail users and environmental constraints. These factors should guide the width of the trail and the location of the trail to reduce impacts on resources and topography. For the purposes of the Greenbelt, there are two general types of trails defined: Multi-use Trail and the Rural Trail. The Multi-use Trail is a trail for bicyclists, equestrians (where identified), pedestrians, joggers, and other non-motorized 22 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April 21July 30, 2003 activities. The Rural Trail provides access to natural open space areas that may be off limits to vehicles. These trails may serve pedestrians, bicyclists and equestrians depending on permitted uses in the resource areas. 4.1.1 General Standards By design, the City's trail system encourages use by a variety of different types of users. In cases where the trail is adjacent to, or located along an existing or proposed park, the park design should consider the trail access, trail parking, and trail signage during the park design. Active recreation is recommended to be located at a minimum of twenty feet away from the trail. Continuity and consistency in trail design is necessary to ensure that the user's expectations are satisfied and will result in the trail being used frequently. A discontinuous trail or one that changes in trail width or trail composition results in complaints by users. Trails should intersect all crossings at 90° angles, if possible. Motorcycle or vehicular access shall be restricted with signage or additional design or detailing. No curbs or vertical features within five feet of the edge of the trail should be constructed along trails that provide for equestrian use, except where a fence is required for a downhill slope. A minimum of 14'0" overhead clearance shall be provided and maintained for both built and natural features adjacent to the trail. Trail design or construction techniques may vary in order to respond to specific site constraints as determined appropriate by City staff. 4.1.2 Trail Surface The trail surface may be asphalt, concrete, decomposed granite, asoil-stabilized surface, or native soil. The advantages of an asphalt or concrete surface are that the trail can accommodate the widest range of users and is frequently used in a more urbanized setting. The surface choice will be dependent on the trail connection and the anticipated trail usage. In more rural areas or where the trail connects to a decomposed granite trail, the trail should offer a continuous surtace treatment. A soil-stabilized trail is one constructed of anon-petroleum binder combined with aggregate to produce a compacted pavement surface that retains the characteristics of aggregate but is noted for its comparatively cool summer surface temperature and natural appearance. The soil-stabilized product is applied as a cold treatment and may be constructed at remote locations. This product also avoids the air quality concerns of the construction of hot mix asphalt product. Users of trails constructed of this type of surface may include joggers, bikers, equestrians, wheelchair users, and strollers. The surface is not compatible for roller bladders or skaters. 23 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Aprit2~July 30, 2003 4.2.1 Multi-Use Trail A multi-use trail is simply defined as any trail that is used by more than one user group or for more than one trail activity. Multi-use trails are often called "shared use" or "mutual use" or "diversified use" trails. Multi-use trails accommodate the largest number of user types on a limited land base and development of multi- use trails should be given preference over trails with specific users restricted. Multi-use trails are an efficient, economical, and increasingly common way to provide broad trail opportunities. Equestrians, mountain cyclists, and hikers typically share unpaved multi-use pathways and bicyclists, walkers, joggers, persons with disabilities, rollerblades, strollers, and other non-motorized activities share paved multi-use pathways. Even asingle-track pedestrian-only trail will be used by hikers, backpackers, trail- runners, bird watchers, etc., so that in the broadest sense all trails are multi-use trails. A multi-use trail constructed of concrete or asphalt would extend a minimum width of 10'0" with two feet natural shoulders. This hard surfaced pathway consists of 4" of concrete/asphalt over 2" of base and would be ADA accessible. In some instances, there may be opportunities to provide a hard surface trail with a reduced width of five to eight feet with a parallel four to five foot natural trail for equestrians. When the multi-use trail is split, a post and rail fence would separate the paved pathway from the natural path. A post and rail fence along side of the trail would be installed where a downslope condition exists greater than 5' bordering the trail. A multi-use trail of decomposed granite (DG) or native soil shall have a minimum width of 10'0" and a depth of 6" of compacted decomposed granite or compacted native soil contained within 6" wide concrete mow curbs along both sides of the trail. 4" plastic recycled headers may be used to contain the trail as determined by the City of Chula Vista. A Concrete Treated Base (CTB) or a similar liquid soil solidifier may be used to solidify the native base. These types of trails utilize the existing decomposed granite and do not change the color of the soil. It has been used for parking lots and service roads to provide stability with the existing soil. These trails are cheaper to construct but require more frequent maintenance. Users may include equestrians, mountain bicyclists, joggers and walkers. Due to the difficulty of rolling on decomposed granite or natural dirt trails, both persons with disabilities or with strollers avoid these trails. A 5' separation shall be required when amulti-use trail parallels or borders a roadway. It is anticipated that pedestrians, joggers, people in wheelchairs, and bicyclists would use this trail. A multi-use trail along a roadway does not replace a bicycle lane installed or proposed or required to be installed within the roadway. za City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-AprR 21July 30, 2003 Post 8 Rail Fencing Trail Sign on Wmm Sbpa SWe 7x2MU. 6' Decomposed Gmnda, 2° Concmta Aspttatt or Concrete as m on 4' Bela Specified Native Soil Wood Sign _ Native Soil 2' Concrete ~\\ 7 Footing < an 4' Bess ~ ~ Poe<adtN 1~~/~11B~V~/~IID(~/ ~ V.1 ~: 1~//~t. ~ rs• s to s rs' - 2. _--__.-_.__-_- 7CLR /S/off '. 7 7 Adjacent to Slope Multi-Use Trail Not to Scale Post 8 Rail Fencing Trail Sign on Dovm Slope Side '- 7 x 7 Mex. petlxvoad or PMStic / Wwd Sin w Heatlam Netrva Sod Native Soil I g o - Post vMtt ' E Native Soil Redxood 7 Footing c or PlnsHe I mo 1/1/~Iu1N/U~hfl/N H edam I+ rL 1/l/~ilOrr . :: ... ....:::.... ..,~,,: .... ,:,,: ....._.. _.y_ ~..:: ~_ .. ,.. ... .. ;./t,lA~~ '., .~4~1 zcLR to 7aR z/~'~ 7CLR Rural Trail Not to Scale Figure 43 25 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-21July 30, 2003 4.1.4 Rural Trail A Rural Trail would be constructed at width of 10'~ ft. compacted native soil and contained within redwood header strips or some similar material. The rural trail would be also designed for a variety of users, such as pedestrians, bicyclists, and equestrians. However, since it would be constructed in rural areas and may be subject to steeper slopes, it may not accommodate all types of user abilities or type of users. In such areas it may also be designed to a reduced width due to environmental concerns (see Section 4.1.5, Special Trail Design Criteria). A post and rail fence alongside of the trail shall be installed when a slope condition higher than 5 ft.' exists within 5 ft.' to either side of the trail. These trails would be located in natural resource areas and where available would utilize existing maintenance or fire access roads. Rural trails may be located above a creek bed, on a steep slope or along a dirt utility access road. z6 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apri~2lJuly 30, 2003 Table 1 Trail Standards Design Component Multi-use Trail Rural Trail Standard Width" 10' 10' Varying width of 4'-5' in Core Preserve areas or habitat areas Horizontal Clearance 14' 14' Vertical Clearance 10' (14' where trail use permits 10' (14' where trail use permits e uestrian a uestrian Cross Slope 1 - 4% optimum Depends on terrain and 6% maximum in approved environmental constraints locations"" Vertical Grades"' 0-5%""' 5-20% maximum distance over 500 feet 10-15% maximum for distance limited to 250 feet 15-20% maximum for short distances less than 100 feet. Standard Shoulder Width 2' of native or decomposed No shoulder required granite adjacent to concrete or asphalt path or 6" wide concrete strip or 4" plastic recycled headers adjacent to decom osed ranite ath Headers 6" concrete headers Redwood headers Surface Treatment Decomposed Granite Native Soil Concrete (Decomposed Granite or Soil- Asphalt stabilized treatment in areas Soil-stabilized treatment subject to soil erosion) (As specified for each trail Trail tread to be cleared of rocks segment) over 1" in diameter, debris, and roots. Post and Rail Fence Fencing'" Post and Rail (wire fence, as appropriate, may (Fencing to be located outside of (See Fence Exhibit X10) be used in areas of native habitat) shoulder 'Width may be reduced for short sections where available width is constrained due to environmental or other constraints upon approval of the Director of Planning and Building Director. "Fencing to be installed on down slope side or separating a paved trail from a natural trail or when a multi- use trail with equestrian use permitted borders a roadway. '"' Switchbacks may be considered in steep slopes *'** Designated wheel chair access routes shall not exceed 2%. ""' Wheel chair routes will have landings every 30 inches of vertical rise. 27 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr41-~1JuJ ly 30, 2003 4.1.5 Special Trail Design Criteria Depending on where trails are located and the expected type of users, there may be special design criteria required. Short segments of the Greenbelt trail system may traverse exceptionally steep terrain, be located within sensitive habitat areas or co-locate on utility maintenance roads. In these special situations, typical standards for trail construction may not apply. Criteria for trails to minimize the effect of erosion, reduce the impacts of human or equestrian impacts to sensitive animals, or provide adequate stability to allow for the use of maintenance vehicles are addressed below. Trail Tread Design The trail will consider the type of use and the unique circumstance where the trail is proposed to be located. Trail design shall consider erosion and diversionary devices to reduce erosion through the use if water bars and berms. Slopes shall be compacted to prevent erosion. Natural Resource Areas The Greenbelt travels through urbanized settings to natural, undisturbed resource areas. The hillsides are covered with native upland habitat, coastal sage scrub and the valleys boast oak woodland and riparian vegetation. Together these natural communities provide important and diverse wildlife habitat. The MSCP Preserve lands, as described in Chapter 2, are dedicated conservation lands that will also serve to connect large areas of open space through a series of wildlife corridors. Trails through these areas will be designed carefully to avoid adverse environmental impacts and will be subject to environmental review pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act. Construction of trails mandates that the natural environment be preserved to the greatest extent possible and that a minimal amount of grading occurs. Clearing of vegetation for trails should be minimized and trails should be located where impacts to these natural communities are limited. All disturbed terrain should be replanted with native vegetation. Minimizing environmental impacts is a high priority for resource and recreation managers. Natural resources such as wildlife, vegetation, water, and air quality and historic and cultural resources are vulnerable to impacts caused by inappropriate trail usage or overuse of a trail. Resource impacts such as soil erosion, damaged vegetation, polluted water supplies, litter, and vandalism can result in dissatisfaction with trail usage and possible closure of trails to various types of user groups. There have been a number of studies conducted to determine which user groups or the numbers of users that causes the most impact to natural resources. Impacts are generally activity specific. Some activities create impacts more quickly or to a greater degree than others. za City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+~2lJuly 30, 2003 Impacts even from the same activity can vary according to such factors as mode of transportation, characteristics of users, size of group, and behavior. Along a creek, the top of the bank is the preferred location for the trail in order to minimize erosion and bank stabilization problems. Although trails along steep slopes should be avoided, when a trail connection is needed or to optimize the trail network, a trail may be located along a slope using a bench cut to minimize erosion. Cut slopes above the trail should be limited to a 2:1 slope and all disturbed slopes would be replanted with native vegetation. The following trail design guidelines shall apply within sensitive habitat areas and are consistent with the City's draft Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) Subarea Plan (Section 7.5.3 Public Access, Trails and Recreation): 1) Locate public access, trails, view overlooks, and staging areas in the least sensitive areas of the Preserve. Locate trails along the edges of urban land uses adjacent to the Preserve, or the seam between land uses (e.g., agriculture/habitat), and follow existing dirt roads as much as possible (except where occupied by Quino checkerspot butterflies) rather than entering habitat or wildlife movement areas. Avoid locating trails between two different habitat types (ecotones) due to the typically heightened resource sensitivity in those locations. 2) In general, avoid paving trails in wildlife areas unless management and monitoring evidence shows otherwise. Clearly demarcate and monitor trails for degradation and off-trail access and use. Provide trail repair/maintenance as needed. Undertake measures to counter the effects of trail erosion including the use of stone or wood cross-joints, edge plantings of native grasses, and mulching of the trail. 3) Minimize trail widths to reduce impacts to critical resources. To the maximum extent practicable, do not locate new trails wider than four feet in core Preserve areas or wildlife corridors. Core areas and wildlife corridors, where new trails may be limited to four feet, will be defined in area-specific management directives (plans). Where trails are planned in concert with sewer or water utility easements, the trail width should consider the easement requirements for the utility. Trails should not be encouraged within SDG&E easements. Provide trail fences or other barriers at strategic locations when protection of sensitive resources is required. 4) Limit the extent and location of equestrian trails to the less sensitive areas of the Preserve. Locate staging areas for equestrian uses at a sufficient distance (e.g., 300-500 feet) from areas within riparian and coastal sage scrub habitats to ensure that the biological values of the Preserve are not impaired. z9 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apri4-24July 30, 2003 5) Limit the access to finger canyons through subdivision design, fencing or other appropriate barriers, and signage. 6) Provide sufficient signage to clearly identify public access to the Preserve. Barriers such as vegetation, rocks/boulders or fencing may be necessary to protect highly sensitive areas. Use appropriate type of barrier based on location, setting and use. For example, use chain link or cattle wire to direct wildlife movement, and natural rocks/boulders or post and rail fence to direct public access away from sensitive areas. Lands acquired through mitigation may preclude public access in order to satisfy mitigation requirements. 4.2 Greenbelt Design Within the Greenbelt, the residents enjoy golfing, playing fields and playgrounds, a water park, trails, equestrian staging areas, natural open space, and trails. Other parks and trails have been and are currently being constructed by several residential developments including Rolling Hills Ranch, San Miguel Ranch, Otay Ranch, and Eastlake Trails. The purpose of the Greenbelt Design section of this chapter is to provide design criteria for proposed Greenbelt amenities. 4.2.1 Greenbelt Signs Visitors to the Greenbelt will be greeted by a consistent, unique logo that identifies the Greenbelt and will guide users along the Greenbelt. The logo should be located at each trailhead or entrance, staging area and along the trail. Signs for entranceways, staging areas, directional signs, regulatory signs and trail markers are important to project safety and inform users on the rules of the road. Trail signs will inform visitors of the location of the trail, where it goes, the type of activity permitted, and enforcement standards. Trail signs are divided into the following: Greenbelt Trail Signs, Trail Kiosk Signs, Trail Sign Posts, and Staging Area signs. All signs shall be painted with graffiti resistant paint. Information about trail usage displayed on the Trail Kiosk signs shall be in both English and Spanish. Greenbelt sign construction and installation responsibilities will be addressed in the implementation plan, to be prepared subsequent to this master plan. 30 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+~24July 30, 2003 Greenbelt Trail Signs Trail signs will be located at trail access points such as at street crossings and at staging areas. The 4' x 4' x 2" wood trail signs consist of the Greenbelt logo and City logo constructed on an attached to a 6" x 6" post, 6.0' high. Figure 5 Greenbelt Trail Sign 31 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Aprii-2~July 30, 2003 Greenbelt Kiosks A kiosk is a large sign panel that informs the user about the trail. A kiosk is located at active trailheads and staging areas. Each kiosk includes the Greenbelt logo, a trail map, regulation for use of the trails and Greenbelt, community events, and other information. All kiosks will be designed to meet visual and physical ADA access requirements. Kiosks may be designed to include the acknowledgement of sponsorships by local agencies, organizations and/or corporations. ~~ Protective Wood Cap Greenbatt Logo with Insal of Appropriate Jurisdiction Logo. Display Case or Bullilen Board Space Reserved for Trail Mape and Pu Wic information. Pedestal wflh Reliot Ir~ge. Adoal Materia to be Beterminetl. io in +~ Trail Head Kiosk Concept Not to Scale Figure 6 32 I' + 2• + 4• City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-21JulY 30, 2003 Trail Sign Post Trail sign posts shall be located along the trail and installed at every half mile, identifying the trail distance. Affixed on each signpost are permitted and prohibited uses, distance, and the identifiable Greenbelt logo. The posts will be constructed of 6" x 6" treated wood posts set in concrete 42" above grade. Reduced Greenb-" Logo wdh Inset o Appropriate Jurisdiction Logo. 2' Wide Color Ba for Trail Idantdica' Permined Uses a Trail Inbrmation i Applied Buttons. 6'x6' Treated Wo Post Sat Height E Above Ground. Trail Sign Post Concept Not to Scale Figure 7 io m +~ N ~~ 33 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-fit-July 30, 2003 4.2.2 Staging Areas Staging areas offer a convenience to the trail user by providing parking for vehicles, bicycles and, where noted, tie-ups for horses and other facilities. Facilities for equestrians, such as parking for horse trailers, should be provided where the trail links to trails designated for equestrian use. Other amenities may include restrooms, a drinking fountain, a public telephone, picnic tables and benches, trash containers, water trough and hitching post for horses, mounting stand for equestrians, and a self-latching gated paddock. Staging areas should be located at all major entrances to trails and at key connection points to other regional rural trails. The number of parking spaces should be determined by the projected demand. The precise number and location of future staginq areas will be determined as opportunities and funding becomes available. There are three types of staging areas discussed in this plan: staging areas using existing parking lots for parks, libraries and schools or other public parking lots (Staging Area Type I), standard staging areas (Staging Area Type II), and staging areas with equestrian facilities (Staging Area Type III) as described and illustrated below: staginq Area Tvoe I- Public Parking A public parking staging area includes public parking lots for local parks, schools or other public parking. A trailhead sign connecting to a public parking area will identify the entrance to the trail. Staging Area Tvoe II- General Staging Area A General Staging Area will be constructed for trail access where appropriate. Additional amenities may be available such as bicycle parking, trash containers, picnic tables, drinking fountains, restrooms with pit toilets or flush toilets, or portable self-contained toilets,.benches, air units for pumping bicycle tires, and a 34 Equestrian Staging Area at Bonita Road Paddocks at Summit Park Staging Area at Sweetwater Regional Park City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft ApvN 21July 30, 2003 Greenbelt Kiosk with a trail map. A trailhead sign will be erected at the entrance of the trail and the entrance to the staging area. Staging Area Tvpe III- An Equestrian Staging Area Staging Area Type III provides equestrian parking for horse trailers, vehicle parking, and bicycle parking and trash containers. Additional amenities for equestrians should include a horse corral with aself-closing gate, hitching posts, mounting benches and water. Greenbelt kiosk signs may include trail map and notices of upcoming events. Additional amenities may be provided such as a drinking fountain, restrooms with either pit toilets or flush toilets, or portable self- contained toilets, and picnic tables. The Greenbelt currently contains three equestrian staging areas located along Sweetwater River: at Plaza Bonita, at Sweetwater Park, and at Summit Park. A trailhead sign will be erected at the entrance to the trail and at the entrance to the staging area. Gravel Parking Area- NumberofSp~cesto J be Determkned by Projected Demand .,.oy..~y,.~oa Entry Sign Typical Staging Area Concept Without Equestrian Facilities Not to Stele Figure 8 35 Shade Trees and Accent Lentlecaping City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April 21July 30, 2003 Bicycle Parking Water Trough end Hitching Post area - for Horses Gravel Parking Area- Number of Spaces to be Determined by Projected Denund Typical Staging Area Concept With Equestrian Facilities Not to Scale Figure 9 4.2.3 Site Furnishings In addition to the trail, other amenities add to the experience of the trail user. At trail entrances, a wider area should be set aside to provide spark-like setting at the entrance, which would add to the enjoyment of the Greenbelt. Site furnishings may include benches, picnic tables, trash containers, drinking fountain, bicycle racks, a shade structure, lighting and/or landscaping. Site furnishings will be made of durable material and be vandal resistant. 36 Staging Area ~ Shade Trees and Entry Sign Accent Landscaping Bench and Kiosk at Sweetwater Regional Park City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr+l-~1July 30, 2003 4.2.4 Accessibility Guidelines The Greenbelt facilities will be developed for many types of users and trails will be designed across various types of terrain and sensitive to the environment. Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act presents opportunities to balance accessibility with sensitivity to the environment. Federal guidelines prepared to assist in the design of recreation facilities for accessibility were completed in 1999 with the release of the "Regulatory Negotiation Committee on Accessibility Guidelines for Outdoor Developed Areas, Final Report" (Accessibility Guidelines). Factors that influence the ability to provide fully accessible facilities such as soil, surrounding vegetation, hydrology, terrain, and surtace characteristics, are fundamental to designing for accessibility for the outdoor area. A continuous path of travel is the single most important trail-park feature to a ~ person with a physical disability. Additionally, four other design components are essential to being a fully accessible park or trail. These design components include: 1) Access to the park or trail,~,t~ including parking areas and the path of arrival used to get from parking areas, te-the-trail, 2) Access and egress pe}nEs-points to the park and lecated along the trail, 3) Support facilities and desirable amenities, including the placement of restrooms, drinking fountains, telephones, etc., with respect to the park programs and trail and any access paths leading to these support elements; 4) Access to accurate information regarding the Greenbelt, project lecatiert, how to get to the park or trail s+te-and potential hazards of a project, plus location and height of on-site interpretive signage programs (Federal Highway Administration, National Bicycle and Walking Study). 4.2.5 Fencing Post and rail fencing will be used where a fence is required, unless approved by the Director of Planning and Building. Fencing is recommended along the Greenbelt trails to separate the trail from a road and/or development, to guide the trail along steep slopes and canyons, and to restrict access into core Preserve areas or native habitat. The use of post and rail fencing in natural resource areas allows the movement of wildlife through the fence. Other types of fencing may be used when determined by the Director of Planning and Building. 37 Rural trail along Sweetwater Road City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft April 2tJuly 30, 2003 Fencing should be installed along trails in the following conditions: • When the trail accommodates equestrians and is adjacent to a roadway, • When there is a need to separate user groups in areas where high usage is anticipated or planned for, or • When it is necessary to prevent trespassing on resource lands, private property, or agricultural areas. • When there is a down slope condition (per City wee-IF-S+ty specifications). • To separate amulti-use trail from a paved pedestrian sidewalk. • To provide an equestrian paddock at Staging Areas. Fencing should follow the natural grades along the trail. The City's standard for post and rail fencing include the following and is reflected in the graphic below: Fence sections are 8'0" on center and 4'0" in height with a 2'0" subgrade footing. The posts shall be a minimum of 6" diameter and the rails shall be a minimum of 3". All lumber is to be CCA Pressure treated. The subgrade at footings is to be at 90% compaction. Footings shall be concrete, each with at least 80 pounds of dry Portland cement. Footings will not be visible upon completion of trail construction. Concrete footings shall be 470-C-2000 Class B concrete. In all instances, there will be an 18" clear space at the bottom of the fencing to allow for movement of wildlife. The lodgepole pine fencing will be treated with wood preservative. 38 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr~F-~9July 30, 2003 ., Post and Rail Pence Noy ro scab Figure 10 Off-road Vehicle Barriers Off-road Vehicle Barriers shall be constructed where breaks in fences occur that would allow vehicle access onto trails. ORV barriers shall be at least eight feet and eight inches in width and attached to ends of fence posts near to roads. 4.2.6 Arterial Crossings Where the trail will cross a major roadway carrying traffic volumes in excess 25,000 ADTs (average daily trips) agrade-separated overcrossing may be considered. Overcrossings are typically less expensive than tunneling under a roadway, but require as much as 400 to 500 feet of approach structure on each end due to the maximum 5% gradient as specified by ADA. The following table identifies key criteria for overcrossings: Table 2 Grade Se arated Roadwa Crossin s Traffic volume thresholds: 25,000 ADT or reater Recommended minimum trail width 8 feet (undercrossings should provide to ered sides with wider clearances at to Recommended minimum overhead clearance 10 feet (14 feet for equestrian use) Estimated structure costs er linear feet $600 - 800 Maximum radient er ADA 5% Ancilla features Li htin ,call hones, benches 39 ,e« --- __ ~- City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-;?July 30, 2003 This master plan identifies overcrossings of Eastlake Parkway at Hunte Parkway and of Hunte Parkway east of Eastlake Parkway. Undercrossings of the trail system are identified through Wolf Canyon at Main Street, La Media Road and at SR125. Other undercrossings are proposed at Otay Lakes Road near the Otay Reservoirs and at several roadway crossings through the Otay Valley and the Sweetwater Valley. 4.2.7 Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan Requirements As an implementation measure of the State of California's Clean Water Act, the San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board on February 21, 2001 adopted National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System standards (Order No. 2001-01, NPDES No. CAS0108758) referred to as "Municipal Permit". The Municipal Permit requires the implementation of a Jurisdictional Urban Runoff Management Program (URMP). The objectives of the Jurisdictional URMP that are to effectively prohibit non-storm water runoff into storm drain systems. The Model Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) was developed to address post construction urban runoff pollution from development projects. These requirements are important to the development of the staging areas when there results in the creation of 5,000 square feet of impervious soil or with greater than 15 parking spaces and potential exposed to urban runoff. Design of staging areas, which are subject to SUSMP, will need to provide Best Management Practices (BMP) that may include such measures to reduce imperviousness such as providing runoff storage measures throughout the site landscape with the use of detention, retention and runoff practices. These measures of may include onsite retention or pavement techniques that allow runoff to remain on-site. BMPs may also include construction of trails with permeable surfaces such as decomposed granite surface or pervious concrete as recommended in this document. Additionally, the NPDES standards identify pollutants of concern that potentially affect storm water runoff and the quality of groundwater that include animal waste. Within the Greenbelt where equestrians are permitted, signs may be posted that require waste pickup and proper disposal along with the availability of free bags at staging areas and trash receptacles at suitable intervals along the trails. 4.3 Greenbelt Management and Maintenance The entire Greenbelt falls within five jurisdictions, the Cities of Chula Vista, National City, and San Diego, and the County of San Diego and Port District (Figure 10). Management and maintenance responsibility generally lies with the property owner, which may be one of the jurisdictions, a resource agency, a ao City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-21July 30, 2003 utility company or a homeowners association. In areas where a segment(s) is within more than one jurisdiction, the greenbelt may be managed by several agencies or the agencies may agree to jointly manage the open space. Management and maintenance within the Greenbelt includes open space, passive and active recreation facilities, and/or trails. Each requires a different level of management and maintenance; however, there are some typical ingredients to consider for any one or all of these components, as discussed in this section. 4.3.1 Greenbelt Management A good management program is essential to ensure long-term success. After planning and implementation, the success of any Greenbelt system is determined by how well the Greenbelt is managed. This document however does not identify the Greenbelt Manager but recognizes that a Greenbelt Manager will be essential to the overall success of the program Further discussion with the affected jurisdictions is necessary to determine the appropriate management agency and funding mechanisms for along-term maintenance program The key tasks of Greenbelt managers are to: • Maintain safety, • Protect natural resources, and • Provide high-quality user experiences. As the Greenbelt system becomes more refined with a comprehensive trail system and other active recreation facilities, the number of users and their diversity increases, management and maintenance will become increasingly important. An effective management program may employ a variety of tools and may utilize various tools at different times. For example, education and appropriate signage advising users on how to use the Greenbelt have been successful in reducing encroachments into sensitive areas and reducing user conflicts. Depending on the location, purpose of the trail, and level of trail use, hours of operation and trail use restrictions will be important to define. Hours of operation The Greenbelt system is primarily intended for use during the day. Tra+l-sSignage noting hours of operation would-restricts nighttime activity. Limiting the use during nighttime hours reduces the impact on adjacent properties. Depending on the segment, and use level, specific hours of operation should be established and posted. Trail Use Restriction Although the majority of the trails within the Greenbelt system are designed for 41 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-2l-July 30, 2003 and intended to be used by a variety of trails users (e.g. pedestrians, bicyclists, and equestrians) there may be instances within where certain types of users might be restricted, either permanently or temporarily. It is anticipated that this would occur when there are specific concerns related to protection of biological resources; when the trail is undergoing maintenance or construction; when use of the trail would be detrimental to the trail maintenance such as after a rain storm; when there is a potential hazard such as crop spraying or harvesting; or during a emergency situation. Trail signage that identifies the permitted use will be installed at the beginning of each trail segment. A temporary trail closure sign would be posted at each trail segment with an anticipated date for trail reopening. The trails are designed to allow access through open space areas and for the enjoyment of the public. Trail use will be limited to the designated trail by fencing and/or signage. Open Space Management In addition to passive and active recreation and trails-and~#i~~n, the Greenbelt includes large areas of natural resource lands. Much of this land will be protected through the City's Multiple Species Conservation Plan, the Otay Ranch Resource Management Plan, the Sweetwater Marsh and San Diego National Wildlife Refuges, and the Otay Valley and Sweetwater Regional Parks. Because of the scope and size of the Greenbelt, specific implementation, management, and ownership of these resource lands will vary. Within the Greenbelt, management is currently implemented by the public agencies mentioned above and the federal resource agencies (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and California Division of Fish and Game) in the case of the Wildlife Refuges. Fioure 10 depicts jurisdictional and agency areas of influence. As mentioned in the MSCP, management will include a program for short-term management of resources, primarily prior to dedication to the public. Long-term management would include: • Preserve Maintenance o Removal of trash, trimmings, debris and other solid waste o Maintenance of trails and fences o Implementation of security programs to enforce security programs and curtail activities that may degrade resources • Preserve Management o Implementation of programs to maintain and/or improve, operate and manage Preserve habitat values through removal and control of exotic plant species, treatment of disease or injury, and/or habitat restoration. o Remediation necessary due to changed circumstances. • Long-term Biological Monitoring When considering the implementation of the Greenbelt Plan, the precise management program that is used should be defined in the planning process and az City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft April-2aJuly 30, 2003 focused on the three key goals mentioned above: maintaining safety, protecting natural resources, and providing high quality user experiences. 43 z A J a ~ W N Q a ~ V. w ~ w ~ a zw w y Z o d ~ ~ °~ zW Y wa ¢ O V ~ U ~ w W Z 3K a O U a Z ~w ~ i i °~ 3 w~ <w _ J ~ Z cis o m3 m~ oa m~ o o ® ® o m ~ Z ~ W ` W a O c~ O a ~ m > o ~ w ~ 'n A (~ ~ Z ta/1 F U ~a ~ ~ ~ ~ N U V U z a S DI e' ~~ °'s ~ ij~ €~ g O l` t ~ ~ _ _ - _.~ -~~' Y ' ' I 0 I T W ,~ V i, - - ~, ~ -/ ,. ~ ~~ _ e _ _ y/ - ~;- - ' - - ~ _ ~ - r U G ,.,,°' 3 F _ _ Y ~ 1 i.., ~ ' U A } ~ ~ _ i @ ' L 1 yT 4 _.~ 9 ~ ) ~ y q C ~ ~ ~ i ( / Li i ~~ -~, ~// ~`~ ~~ ~~ ~ l~q' ,ice ~ a mt y+ _~ a.-- - ~ 1 .F k m ~ G ~ ~/ F ' ~- ~ ~ '~~ f w a O City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft April 21July 30, 2003 Trail Costs The following table may serve as a guide for approximate costs for trail construction. Table 3 Estimate of Probab le Costs Trail A roximate Cost Per Mile Path • Rehabilitate or upgrade existing path $50,000 • Construct Soil Stabilized Path on base. $52,000 Includes signing. • Construct Soil Stabilized Path on base. $96,000 Includes signing with removal of existing railroad tracks. • Construct asphalUconcrete path on $150,000 existing level embankment, or right of way, includes signing, striping • Construct asphalUconcrete path on $194,000 existing level embankment, or right of way, includes signing, striping with removal of existin railroad tracks. Support Facilities: • Signal Loop Detectors $2,500/intersection Undercrossing $150,000 - 350,000 • Signing, striping $5,000 • Signing, striping, signals $65,000 • Irrigated Landscaping $350,000 - 600,000 mile Non-irrigated Landscaping $150,000 - 300,000 mile • Bridge (t3' wide) $60 - 100 square foot • Fencing $20 linear foot • Railroad Crossing $125,000 • Emer enc Cellular Phone installed $3,500 most estimates were oases on [uu[ Dollars anD actual cost experience in various California communities. These costs are estimates only; based on specific conditions costs will vary and more detailed estimates should be developed after preliminary engineering. 4.3.2 Greenbelt Maintenance Preventive maintenance reduces hazards and future repair costs. Annual trail maintenance costs are generally estimated at 5% of infrastructure replacement costs. For example, if a bridge costs $100,000 to construct, $5,000 should be budgeted for its maintenance each year. (Pedestrian and Bicycle Planning, a Guide to Best Practices, January 31, 2001). YV~f'f V tc -tv-, : -~m~'c ~asNv+t rv^`v`^~"vv^c°cT.~-iS N'...~~."'. 45 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr+4-2-1 July 30, 2003 Routine maintenance will include provisions for: Removal of debris, dead or decaying vegetation, broken branches in the trail, clearing trail of encroaching brush or grasses, removing rock slides, etc. Collecting and removing trash and litter. Routinely checking and repairing vandalism and/or graffiti, • Maintenance of trail tread such as filling of ruts and entrenchments; reshaping trail bed; repairing trail surface and washouts; installing rip rap (rock placed to retain cut and fill slopes); dragging and rolling trails constructed of native dirt monthly constructing retaining walls or cribbing to support trail tread, repairing damaged redwood headers, etc. Replacing decomposed granite on DG trails where it has eroded or deteriorated. Erosion control and drainage, replacing or installing necessary drainage structures such as drainage dips, water bars, or culverts; realigning sections of trail to deter erosion or avoid boggy/marshy areas, etc. Repairing Greenbelt signs and furniture. Repair of trail and/or trailhead structures. This includes replacing deteriorated, damaged, or vandalized parts of structures such as sections of bridges, boardwalks, information kiosks, fencing, and railings; painting; removing graffiti, etc Maintenance logs are essential to ensuring that the trail remains an asset to the community and does not become a hazard or a liability. A consistent maintenance program should include a mechanism to identify, record, and respond to maintenance programs and to keep written records of remediation efforts. The following table provides a general schedule for routine maintenance. Table 4 Recommended Maintenance Schedule Item Fre uenc Sign replacement and repair 1-3 years Pavement marking replacement 1-3 years Tree, shrub, trimming/fertilization 5 months - 1 year Pavement sealing 5 - 15 years Clean drainage system 1 year Pavement sweeping Monthly- annually as needed Shoulder and grass mowing As needed Trash disposal As needed along trail, several times weekly at staging areas. Lighting replacement/repair 1 year Graffiti removal Weekly -monthly as needed Maintain furniture (bike racks, tables) 1 year Fountain/restroom cleaning/repair Weekly -monthly as needed Pruning 1 - 4 years Brid a/tunnel ins ection 1 ear 46 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr+l-2-4July 30, 2003 Remove fallen trees As needed Week control Monthly - as needed Maintain emergency phones, CCTV 1 year Maintain irrigation lines/replace sprinklers 1 year Irrigate/ water plants Weeklv - monthly as needed 'These are general timeframes. Actual freguencv will vary deoendino on weather. usage. and site conditions. 4.3.3 User Conflicts The vast majority of users of public open space are satisfied with their experience and few have complaints. However, conflicts among users do occur and if not addressed, may have serious consequences. As the number of users grow at a particular facility and the diversity of the activities expand, the potential for conflict grows. For instance, with the advent of mountain bicycling, the use of unpaved multi-use pathways has sometimes resulted in conflicts with equestrians and hikers. Rollerblading and skateboarding activities have resulted in user conflicts on paved pathways with pedestrians, persons with strollers, and cyclists when there is a high demand for the trail. User conflict is defined as "goal interference attributed to another's behavior." This is based on an individual's interpretation or perception of appropriate behavior that may be contrary to their individual trail objectives. Design in accordance with "Best Practices" and on-going maintenance can reduce user conflicts. Although there may be many factors that contribute to user conflict, the manager of the Greenbelt is responsible to resolve conflicts that hinder the success of the Greenbelt system and may decrease safety. Trail User Conflict The potential number of incidents of user conflicts may be reduced by monitoring or limiting bicycle speeds, conducting routine surveys, and educating users on safety and courtesy. User conflicts that threaten user safety may include: Collision and near misses of users and/or their bicycles or horses. • Reckless and irresponsible behavior. • Poor user preparation or judgment. User conflict is frequently witnessed in areas where there are a high number of users. Generally in areas more remote or when there is predominantly one type of user, there are fewer reported conflicts. However, designing a trail that can accommodate a broad range of users in areas where a large number of users are expected can alleviate or reduce concerns. While research of 37 trails throughout the nation (Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, 1998) revealed that while the 47 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr''+1-21July 30, 2003 estimated usage of the 37 rail trails was approximately 9.2 million users annually, there was only one major accident. Ongoing trail monitoring allows a watchful eye on possible conflicts and continuous trail maintenance will also reduce user dissatisfaction or potential accidents. In response to a survey conducted by the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, trail managers identified the following techniques utilized to resolve user conflicts: • Signage • Education • Meeting with user groups • Expanding facilities • Police or ranger patrols • Enforcement of regulations • Brochures and articles in local newspapers • Imposing speed limits • Volunteer patrols • Partial closing • Bicycle bell give-aways. Establishing a uniform and acceptable "passing alert" phrase such as "passing on the left" reduces numerous potential safety conflicts. In areas where trail use is the heaviest such as near trailheads, it is advisable to provide separate paths for different types of users or to provide a wider pathway. For instances, where trail usage is very heavy around Rohr Park, bicyclists are cautioned to notify trail users before they pass. Good trait-management may employ any or all of the above mechanisms, or others that will be applicable to the particular situation. The right choice depends on local factors and the individual situation as well as recognition of the conflict before it degenerates beyond reasonably simple solutions. An integrated program of design, marketing, education, regulation, enforcement and maintenance are all needed to ensure a successful, long-term #ail- Greenbelt system. Developing partnerships with trail groups that conduct trail maintenance and provide a "watchful eye" while participating in trail activities can assist a trail manager with limited staff. a8 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-ApriE2-iJuly 30, 2003 Chapter 5 The Plan 5.1 Planning Approach and Methodology The Greenbelt is characterized by its diversity. Each segment varies with regards to the open space and park type, user type tramtype; vare+~~~,--o -avers and environment, from an urbanized to a natural, rural setting. The intent of the Greenbelt is to offer a variety of experiences for its visitors users within a relatively short distance from the surrounding community. This chapter is divided into a narrative describing each segment, followed by Table 5 summarizing the segments and approximate costs of construction for the multi-use trail within that seament, and by a map of the entire Greenbelt system (Figure 11). At the end of this document are maps delineating each segment of the Greenbelt (Figures 12 through 18). The descriptions include the nature of the Greenbelt open space, existing trails, proposed trails (trails that are planned as part of this document or as part of an adopted Specific Plan), future trails and the issues that remain for completing trail gaps within the Greenbelt. 5.2 Greenbelt Segment e^a.,~.--Trai;-Descriptions 5.2.1 Lower Sweetwater Segment Lower Sweetwater Seg+~en~Segment consists of the channelized portion of the Sweetwater River with an improved pathway on the north side and an unimproved path on the southside. Bbeginning__s at Interstate 5~-afld-the channelized portion of the Sweetwater River borders at the northern edge pertien of the City, and then continues from I-5 east along the channelized river to Plaza Bonita Mall, then south to the equestrian staging area at Plaza Bonita Road and Bonita Road (Figure 12). The Sweetwater River channel traverses through the Cities of National City and Chula Vista, the County of San Diego, and is bordered by the City of San Diego. Greenbelt Issues: Although desirable, restoring the river to its natural state would require extensive coordination with both state and federal agencies and great expense Tra}I +Improvements to the trail along the southside of the river would need to be coordinated with the appropriate~Q;sd;~~;onagencv. as would -Tljoint grant applications for trail development Weald--be~°.s:,=ap:e- There is no direct connection from the south/west side of the river to the northleast side near Plaza Bonita Mall A trail now overgrown near Bonita Road 49 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final DraftApri4-2iJuly 30, 2003 would provide a connection to the trails and the staging area at Bonita Road and Plaza Bonita Road. Existing and Future Trail Within the Lower Sweetwater Segment, two existing trails extend from Interstate 5 to Interstate 805, one on the north and one on the south bank of the Sweetwater Flood Control Channel. Both trails traverse the Cities of National City and Chula Vista boundaries and also serve as maintenance roads for the channel. The north side trail is twelve feet wide and paved, and extends from the Bayshore Bikeway, west of Interstate 5, to a concrete walk at the Plaza Bonita Mall east of Interstate 805. Cyclists, walkers and joggers actively use this multi- use trail. Users park at the Plaza Bonita Mall or along Plaza Bonita Road near the eastern entrance to the trail to access the trail and unload/load bicycles for trail riding. The south side trail is twelve feet wide and unimproved. This trail extends from the San Diego Trolley tracks, just east of Interstate 5, to and under Interstate 805. The trail ends at this point. One connection between the north side and south side trails and to Plaza Bonita Road occurs across the flood channel, over the riprap. The other connection occurs across Sweetwater River at Edgemere Avenue (extension of N. Second Avenue in Chula Vista). From the Plaza Bonita Road staging area on the north side of the river the only access would be along Plaza Bonita Road; however, this roadway is not striped or posted for bicycle access. Trail Issues The path along the north side of the river offers a paved multi-use pathway to the staging area at Plaza Bonita Road and Bonita Road. Although desired, construction of a multi-use paved pathway connecting the trail from Plaza Bonita Mall to the intersection of Plaza Bonita Road and Bonita Road would impact riparian habitat by widening the trail along Plaza Bonita Road. • The unimproved trail along the south side of the river is overgrown from the 1- 805 overcrossing to just north of Plaza Bonita Road. The southside trail is primarily an equestrian trail and use of that trail and the equestrian staging area would be increased if the connection to the trail was improved and maintained. Trail Greenbelt Recommendations • Coordinate with the City of National City to provide bicycle lane improvements along Plaza Bonita Road from the north side of Sweetwater River at Plaza Bonita to Bonita Road. so City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-{1pri~2~July 30, 2003 • Coordinate with the City of National City to encourage development of a park_ like staging area at the proposed retail center at I-805 and Plaza Bonita. Investigate improvements along the east and west sides of Sweetwater River from I-805 to the under-crossing at the equestrian staging area at Plaza Bonita Road and Bonita Road. • If funding priorities permit consider the potential of restoring the Sweetwater Flood Control Channel to a natural condition and closely coordinate with affected agencies and jurisdictions as appropriate on the matter. 5.2.2 Sweetwater Regional Park Segment Sweetwater Regional Park Segment begins at the equestrian staging area at Plaza Bonita Road and Bonita Road and proceeds east along Bonita Road past the private equestrian facilities. Bonita Driving Range, Rohr Park, Chula Vista Golf Course, and the Bonita Golf Course ending at Summit Park (Figure 13). Rohr Park is a City Community Park providing active playing fields playground picnicking, and amulti-use pathway along the perimeter. Summit Park-is-a County park-that offers an equestrian staging area, rest rooms, picnicking and natural dirt trails for equestrians-use, mountain bic Iy istsking and hikers+ng. Greenbelt Issues= Expanding the facilities at the staging area at Plaza Bonita Road to include restrooms and a playground would increase it's usage. Connections to each of the park facilities along the Greenbelt would greatly enhance the Greenbelt. An informal trail, primarily used by equestrians, traverses from the Staging Area at Plaza Bonita Road. The County has plans to develop amulti-use trail from the Staging Area to Rohr Park and from Rohr Park to Summit Park. Existing and Future Trail From the existing equestrian staging area at the northeast corner of Plaza Bonita Road and Bonita Road, the existing unimproved equestrian trail leads to the bridge under- crossing at Willow Street. From here, a multi- use trail, including equestrian use, follows along the north and south side of the Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course. On the south side, the multi-use trail proceeds through the golf course parking lot continuing to Central Avenue. On the north side, the multi-use trail extends along the edge of the Municipal Golf Course at Willow Street and Sweetwater Road then along st City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-21July 30, 2003 Sweetwater Road and crosses several driveways along Rohr Park. A portion of the north trail west of Rohr Park extends through the jurisdiction of the County of San Diego. Rohr Park serves as a staging area for cyclists and pedestrians, and provides restrooms, picnicking, playgrounds, parking and open fields for play. The multi-use trail with equestrian path continues to Central Avenue and along Central Avenue with a chainlink fence separating the trail and the road while a four-foot paved path extends closer towards the edge of the golf course. The paved pedestrian path ends at Bonita Road. The equestrian trails continue from Central Avenue along both Bonita Road and Sweetwater Road to the Bonita Road bridge. The trails continue along the Bonita Golf Course on both north and south sides of the golf course connecting to Summit Park with an under-crossing at the Bonita Road crossing. There is a small staging area with no parking on the north side at Sweetwater Road. Trail Issues • The multi-use trail must cross at Central Avenue and users may interact with vehicles. An under-crossing at Central Avenue does not appear feasible due to the elevation of the road above the river; however, an equestrian light at the intersection would improve the trail crossing. • The trail past the Bonita Golf Course would be reconstructed during the construction of State Route 125, a proposed freeway that would be aligned around Summit Park and the north to connect to State Route 54. • The City of Chula Vista currently maintains the north side trail along Sweetwater Road, within the jurisdiction of the County of San Diego; however, no formal maintenance agreement is currently in place between the two jurisdictions. Adequate budgeted improvements to this segment may be constrained without a formal agreement. Traii-Greenbelt Recommendations • Explore funding opportunities to improve the multi-use path along Rohr Park, both north and south sides. • Coordinate with the County to review design plans for trail improvements between Plaza Bonita Road and Willow Street, and between Central Avenue and Summit Park along the Sweetwater River. • Coordinate and review design plans with Caltrans for the realignment and reconstruction of the trail under SR 125. • Improve the trail around Rohr Park to a multi-use trail with 10 ft. 'paved trail and a 5 ft.' native dirt to enhance the use for pedestrians, wheelchairs, and strollers while maintaining equestrian use. 52 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft AprA-24July 30, 2003 • Coordinate with the County to establish formal agreements for future maintenance and improvements of the multi-purpose trail along Sweetwater Road, within the County's jurisdiction. 5.2.3 San Miguel Segment The San Miguel Segment connects Summit Park, Sweetwater Reservoir, portions of the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge, and San Miguel Ranch, a planned residential community, to the developing planned communities of Rolling Hills Ranch and Eastlake along the eastern portion of Chula Vista (Figure 14).-_Portions of this segment are located in the County of San Diego. Trails have been designed in San Miguel Ranch to connect through Rolling Hills Ranch to trails east along the Upper Otay Reservoir and south through the Salt Creek open space corridor. Greenbelt Issues: Without a doubt the views from Summit Park eastward are awesome Informal trails in this area are used by equestrians and mountain bicyclists for rides along required coordination with the County of San Diego. Existing and Future Trail Just before Summit Park, the equestrian trail separates into two trails. A native trail continues in a northeastern direction to Sweetwater Reservoir. The other trail continues to Summit Park. The trail wraps around the northside of Summit Park and then splits with one trail progressing south to San Miguel Road and the other trail progressing southeast. The trail that continues to San Miguel Road would cross the road and connect to the east side of Proctor Valley Road. Proctor Valley Road may be widened in the future and the trail should be accommodated during the road design. A multi-use trail for cyclists and pedestrians is proposed along the east side of Proctor Valley Road. The trail would consist of a stabilized decomposed granite surface for mountain cyclists, and hikers. The trail would connect from San Miguel Road and extend along Proctor Valley Road until it reaches Mt. Miguel Road. After crossing to the east side of Mt. Miguel Road, the trail becomes concrete south to east/west Proctor Valley Road, then turns east on the north side of Proctor Valley Road and travels east on a ten-foot wide concrete meandering trail to Hunte Parkway. The Greenbelt trail then crosses to the east ss East of Summit Park City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+I ~4July 30, 2003 side of Hunte Parkway to connect with the north/south trail that crosses Proctor Valley Road. Where the Greenbelt trail intersects at Mt. Miguel Road, however, a spur of the trail also extends northerly, along the east side of Mt. Miguel Road, until it connects with the Community Park in San Miguel Ranch, where from here the trail extends through the community park running east behind single family homes to a hilltop in the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge. Opportunities for other trail connections from this point may present themselves but would require cooperation among several agencies for this to occur. Additionally, a 10 ft. wide decomposed granite trail will be constructed along the north side of Mt. Miguel Road connecting Proctor Valley Road through the San Miguel Ranch community, crossing the SR125 toll way by bridge, to where Proctor Valley Road intersects with Mt. Miguel Road to the south. This segment of trail will not accommodate equestrians due to the SR125 crossing. Trail Issues • Currently, there are no known trail easements south of San Miguel Road along Proctor Valley Road to the San Miguel Ranch master planned community across existing single-family residential properties. • The trail along San Miguel Road (in front of Summit Park) may be jeopardized by future road improvements. • Construction of the trail along the east side of Proctor Valley Road may be difficult as a result of available roadway right-of-way constrained by adjacent open space recently acquired by the State of California for conservation purposes. • Connecting a trail from the San Miguel Ranch trail spur to the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge and the Sweetwater Reservoir may be desirable but would require cooperation of several agencies. Trait-Greenbelt Recommendations • Coordinate with the property owners south of San Miguel Road to secure trail easements to connect to the trail along the east side of Proctor Valley Road. • Coordinate and review trail design plans along Proctor Valley Road to ensure connectivity of trail and consistency with trail guidelines. • Incorporate a 10 ft. wide decomposed granite trail along the eastside of Proctor Valley Road as part of future improvements of Proctor Valley Road. • Coordinate with the County of San Diego and promote the inclusion of the trail along San Miguel Road in future improvement plans. 54 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apri4-;?-1-July 30, 2003 Coordinate with the County of San Diego on efforts to connect the trail from Summit Park to Proctor Valley Road. 5.2.4 Salt Creek Segment The Salt Creek Segment includes the Salt Creek open space corridor from Rolling Hills Ranch south along the Eastlake and Otay Ranch communities to the Otay Valley and the Otay Valley Regional Park East (Figure 15). Three Community Parks are being developed as part of the planned communities of San Miguel Ranch Rolling Hills Ranch and Eastlake Community. The Greenbelt trail will be located within the Salt Creek open space corridor through Rolling Hills Ranch and Eastlake along the easterly edge of Salt Creek. South of Olympic Parkway, where highly sensitive natural habitat in Salt Creek will be protected, the trail will be located along the westerly edge of Salt Creek. Greenbelt Issues= Urbanization of this area has allowed the development of much of the trail system along Salt Creek for bicyclists, walkers and joggers. However, in order to accommodate this future population, roadways constructed have reduced trail opportunities for equestrians and possible connections to open space areas without roadway interface. To enhance the experience of the visitor along the trail system and to provide for disabled access construction of overcrossings or undercrossings of major roadways are desirable. Existing and Future Trail A multi-use decomposed granite trail would be constructed from Proctor Valley Road at the Community Park in Rolling Hills Ranch, along the east side of Salt Creek. At Proctor Valley Road, the Greenbelt trail would cross and proceed easterly along the edge of Eastlake Woods development and then south along the edge of the Upper Otay Reservoir. Currently, there are existing separate paved and dirt trails on the east side of Hunte Parkway south of Proctor Valley Road. Both trails end prior to Otay Lakes Road. An extension of the trail is planned as a multi-use trail constructed of a stabilized decomposed granite surface along the Eastlake Woods and Eastlake Vistas communities from Proctor Valley Road with an at-grade crossing at the Community Park, south of Otay Lakes Road. At the southern edge of Eastlake Vistas and Eastlake Trails, the trail would travel west to the intersection at Hunte Parkway, then cross Olympic Parkway and continue south along the east side of Hunte Parkway where the Otay Ranch Village Greenway will connect south of Village 11. The trail would then continue along the west side of Salt Creek on the university site and connect to the Otay Valley Regional Park East trails. The multi-use trail along Salt Creek would accommodate bicyclists, walkers, joggers and wheelchairs. 55 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+i-21July 30, 2003 From the northeast corner of Proctor Valley Road and Hunte Parkway a trail spur will extend northward through the Salt Creek open space corridor. This decomposed granite trail will end near the Otay Water District property and Auld Goff (golf) Course to the north. Trail-Greenbelt Recommendations A signal at Proctor Valley Road and Hunte Parkway is planned to accommodate pedestrians and cyclists. It is recommended that the signal be installed when the trail is completed. A signal at Otay Lakes Road and Woods Drive is planned to accommodate pedestrians and cyclists. It is recommended that the signal be installed when the trail is completed. Future consideration of trail overcrossings should occur if funding becomes available. 5.2.5 Otay Lakes Segment The Otay Lakes Segment includes both the Upper and Lower Otay Reservoirs, bordering the eastern reaches of Chula Vista (Figure 15). This segment offers views of the reservoirs and the natural mountain terrain. The Olympic Training Center and a County of San Diego al-park are located at the southern end of Lower Otay Lakes. Fishing and boating are permitted on the lake. Many cyclists bike along Wueste Road, hording the Otay Lakes. Greenbelt Issues: Lake access for the public is currently limited due to the sensitivity of existin biological habitat around the lake and the lack of access paths. Access to the lake could be further enhanced by develo ping controlled hiking and equestrian trails alon g the lake, addingadd+tienal picnic areas, and providing parking. ft o,~ ti. Existing and Future Trail Bicyclists currently travel along Wueste Road overlooking the Otay Lakes. A planned multi-use trail elevated as a graded bench between Eastlake Vistas development and Wueste Road is to be constructed of a stabilized decomposed granite pathway and will connect with a planned neighborhood park in the Vistas development overlooking the Lower Otay Reservoir. A paved trail currently exists along the portion adjacent to the Olympic Training Center from the southern portion of the lower Otay Reservoir to the County Park. Part of the planned trail system for Eastlake Woods includes trails that will follow the west side of the Upper Otay Reservoir, passing around the Otay Ranch House and continuing to Otay Lakes Road. 56 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Aprit-2-lJuly 30, 2003 The draft County Trail System Assessment, May 3, 2001, identifies an equestrian trail along the edge of the Otay Reservoirs connecting to the County Park. The County Otay Lake Park offers picnicking and restrooms. An equestrian staging area at the park would be ideal to provide additional access to the Otay Valley Regional Park. Trail Issues Bicyclists will continue to travel along Wueste Road despite the !^^~~a«-o -~i~ti {anesprovision of other Greenbelt trails and the narrow width of the road. Developing the proposed equestrian trail along the Otay Lakes will require coordination and approval by the City of San Diego Water Department. • There is currently no grade separated trail connection between Upper and Lower Otay Lakes. Trail -Greenbelt Recommendations • Install a signalized crossing at Otay Lakes Road. • Encourage the County to construct an equestrian staging area at the County Park at the southern end of Lower Otay Lakes. • Coordinate with the County of San Diego and the City of San Diego to permit equestrian trails along the Otay Lakes. • If an equestrian trail is successfully established around the Otay Lakes design and construct a trail connection under Otay Lakes Road when this segment of roadway is reconstructed and widened in the future. • If Wueste Road is closed in the future to vehicle traffic between Otay Lakes Road and Olympic Parkway (except for maintenance and emergencies), consider the potential for converting this segment as an additional multi-use trail link for use by bicyclists, rollerblades, and other non-motorists. 5.2.6 Otay Valley Regional Park, East and West Segments Otay Valley Regional Park is a planning effort by the Cities of Chula Vista and San Diego and the County of San Diego (Figure 16 and 17). The key goal of the adopted Otay Valley Regional Park (OVRP) Concept Plan is to link major open space areas within the southern area of San Diego County and South San Diego Bay with lower Otay Lake. This component currently supports two commercial recreational facilities: _Coors Amphitheater and Knotts Soak Citv Water Park. Additional park facilities and programs are currently being planned. 57 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April 2UulV 30, 2003 Greenbelt Issues: A Trails-Master Plan is currently being prepared for the east and west segments of the Otay Valley Regional Park, separate from the Greenbelt Master Plan. This Plan upon adoption will provide implementation policies and standards for these segments of the Greenbelt. Other future plans include developing active parks and continuing strategies for acquisition of parkland. Located along the Otay River Valley are the Coors Amphitheater and the Knott's Soak City water park. Much of the land within this area is privately owned. The OVRP Concept Plan provides policy direction for the jurisdictions for coordinated land acquisition and development for the Regional Park. There is a Policy Committee (PC) consisting of one elected council or board member from each participating jurisdiction who provide direction to the 30-member Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC), make decisions about planning and acquisition for the park, and provide recommendations relating to OVRP to their respective jurisdictions. Existing and Future Trail Planned multi-use trails, including equestrian trails, would Creek, on the east side of Village 11, connecting with th south of Village 11. The trail will follow south to Heritage will extend westerly, on a maintenance road for the Salt the Otay Valley on the north side of the river. A trail will edge of the existing Auto Park and will then cross under I-805. extend south from Salt e Otay Lakes Trail just Road. At least one trail Creek Sewer, through extend along the south the proposed Auto Park Expansion. The trail Trail Issues • Potential trails along SDG&E easements will need to be coordinated with the utility company. • Identify location of trail crossings at three major roads between I-805 and I-5. • The connection to the Bayfront through the commercial area and the wildlife preserve will need to be resolved. Trail-Greenbelt Recommendations • Support adoption of the Trails Master the Otay Valley Regional Park. Plan for the east and west segments of Assist in the coordination efforts to develop the trail along the river considering undercrossings at I-805 freeway, Beyer Road, Beyer Boulevard, the trolley line, and I-5 freeway. Assist in the coordination efforts to locate a trail along the National Wildlife Refuge to connect to the Bayshore Bikeway. sa City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apri4-2-1July 30, 2003 5.2.7 Otay Ranch Village Greenway Segment Although not a part of the original Greenbelt as identified in the General Plan, the Otay Ranch Village Greenway segment has been added to the Greenbelt Master Plan as it is a major trail linkage identified within the Otay Ranch General Development Plan. This segment will connect from the Salt Creek trail through urban villages and the Eastern Urban Center to the Wolf Canyon natural terrain area (Figure 17). T-r,",~^-9re°^~~~^~~ nfc. r. rF ,n'#'° fnr m I#' n #r-.'I #F~..# vrncic.~i. --rm-G-rr,o~r'rcr~cZmi~mvs Greenbelt Issues: -The Village Gareenwav presents opportunities for amulti-use trail that will provide mobility for residents between several villages and provide connectivity between recreation areas in the Eastern Urban Center and future -park(s) along the Greenway. Developing a trail link along Wolf Canyon tow+N link the 9tav for°° ~•~°" ~~''~° ^^^^^~~^'"^° f^r ^ ^u„vta,'@ ~ru;:public access. Existing and Future Trail An existing dirt utility access road for a variety of ranch operations is located along Wolf Canyon connecting future La Media Road southwest to the Otay River Valley, on the north and west side of Rock Mountain, offering an ideal setting for amulti-use trail. With improvements consisting of decomposed granite or other special material (concrete treated base), depending on maintenance road minimum requirements, this existing access road would serve as a multi-use pathway within the Wolf Canyon open space. The access road/pathway will extend under or over Main Street/Rock Mountain Road and La Media Road, and through Village 7 of the Otay Ranch within a planned open space corridor. Through Village 7; the trail will be constructed of decomposed granite or concrete and will be ten feet in width. As the trail extends under the SR-125 Tollway, the trail will be constructed of concrete and traverse the Eastern Urban Center (EUC) within an open space corridor. Through subsequent planning of the EUC, it may be warranted to provide both concrete and decomposed granite trail segments to provide for joggers as well as rollerbladers, strollers or other non-motorized recreational activities with wheels. The Village Greenway as it passes through the Eastern Urban Center will provide a major trail connection that not only enhances mobility, but also provides an opportunity in the Eastern Urban Center for both residents and employees of the EUC to recreate. The Village Greenway would be designed to connect significant park and open space uses in the EUC and provide both active and passive users opportunities to stop and enjoy the experience through an enhanced open space paseo. 59 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr+l 24July 30, 2003 The Village Greenway will cross Eastlake Parkway on a pedestrian bridge at the southwest corner of Village 11 and continue as a decomposed granite trail within an open space buffer on the north side of Hunte Parkway, until it crosses Hunte Parkway by pedestrian bridge to connect with the Greenbelt trail extending along the westerly edge of Salt Creek. Trail Issues • Due to the natural terrain and native habitat along Wolf Canyon, there are concerns that users would encroach into native habitat areas. • Use of the access road as a trail would need to be negotiated with property owners until the Wolf Canyon open space is conveyed to the Otay Ranch Preserve. • Implementation of the trail through the EUC may be required to be unique and different, due to the urban nature of this planning area. • The design of grade-separated crossings (underpass or overpass) of La Media Road and Main Street/Rock Mountain Roads for the Village Greenway will require further roadway alignment and SPA grading analyses to determine the best type of crossings. A university site has been identified south of the Eastern Urban Center although the specific design has not been determined. Trail routes and connections should be considered in future planning of the university site. • Connecting trail links to adjacent villages in Otay Ranch are encouraged; however, environmental constraints in Wolf Canyon may limit the number and location. Traif Greenbelt Recommendations • Provide signs along the Wolf Canyon serridef-for a native trail and to t#at advise users to stay on the path. • Enlist an organization to function as trail user patrol that would voluntarily police the trail. • Place a post and rail fence along both sides of the utility road to restrict access off of the trail and discourage off trail cycling. • The Village Greenway trail is proposed to extend through the Wolf Canyon open space; however, if it is infeasible to place the multi-use trail through Wolf Canyon the trail should be designed as close as possible to Wolf Canvon andte connect from La Media Road to the Otay Valley. 60 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apr+l-21 July 30, 2003 Provide agrade-separated trail crossing (underpass or overpass) at Main Street/Rock Mountain Road to connect to the east/west Otay Valley Greenbelt Trail. • A future multi-use trail should be located to and within the University site and connecting to the Eastern Urban Center to provide a trail for students and employees. The design will be coordinated through the development process of the university. • Connecting trails from adjacent residential areas should be sensitively designed to minimize environmental impacts. 5.2.8 Bayfront Segment The Bayfront Segment extends from the Sweetwater Marsh, a National Wildlife Preserve, and north to I-5, at the Sweetwater River (Figure 18). The Bayfront Segment is bordered by I-5 on the east and the San Diego Bay on the west. Also located along this segment are existing industrial uses, the Chula Vista Bayside Park and Marina, and the (former) Western Salt ponds. Greenbelt Issues: Proposed development and redevelopment of the Bayfront w+11-mawinclude mixed uses such as residential (mid-bayfront only), retail, commercial, hotel uses and other marine related uses. As this area redevelops, the Gity and other agencies should coordinate tlaeany open space and trail corridors to ensure connectivity and preservation of fhe natural wildlife areas where appropriate. ~t City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Aprit-21July 30, 2003 i.,+„r^±ct~ F Fr~o..,^ ,. The bridge will connect to an east /west regional bicycle trail on the north side of the Sweetwater River. Thy R-o.~..c~.m-the^ °~`.°^d A second multi-use trail may follows along the bayside of the Bayfront area. Conceptually, aA twelve foot wide paved multi-use path may extend through the Mid-Bayfront property and through the Port District lands to the south connecting existing and proposed open space/parks then connecting back with the Bayshore Bikeway along Bay Boulevard at J Street. °~a; ^+-ate J-otr~ Bayside Park could serves as a staging area with amenities ranging from playgrounds, sand volleyball, picnicking, and restrooms. Trail Issues • There is currently limited space for amulti-use trail behind the commercial services bordering the Marina Parkway. Determine use of abandoned railroad tracks for trail or secure alternate route along bayfront. • Determine specific routing of trail with property owners for segments within San Diego Gas and Electric Facility and the Western Salt Works processing plant. Trail-Greenbelt Recommendations • Coordinate with property owners to plan and develop a trail system along the entire Bayfront by integrating trails within all future development plans. • Coordinate with CALTRANS,-and SANDAG and the Port District to integrate the construction of the Bayshore Bikeway into future plans for trails along the Bayfront. Coordinate efforts with San Diego Gas and Electric and Western Salt Works to locate the trail along the edge of their facilities. 5.3 Greenbelt T"°°,-~a.;-o`srr~nt Summary Most of the Greenbelt is alreadv preserved as natural open space or as an active public or commercial park facility The ongoing effort to develop parks within the Ota~River Valley Regional Park planning effort will offer the community and reaion additional open space and park facilities. Trails. through these open space areas and parks; PAany--o~-the--t~^,z.,l-~egn,ents-are already installed and 62 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-~4July 30, 2003 operational. Others may have missing links or have substandard widths or surface. A listing of each segment follows on Table 5. Each of the segments has been further divided into sub-segments. 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Each map is intended to show the recommended open space corridor through each segment and the existing or proposed trail alignment through the open space. Each segment map overlaps in order to orient the reader to the open space corridor and to show where the open space corridor connects to provide a continuous greenbelt and to identify trail connections. Existing staging areas are shown on the map. There are no additional staging areas shown; however, as development (including parks) within and adjacent to the Greenbelt occurs and opportunities for future staging areas present themselves, the city should consider their construction consistent with standards contained herein. It is anticipated with the completion of the Otay Valley Regional Park there will be staging areas developed to accommodate the park and trail usage. s6 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apr+t 2~July 30, 2003 57 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April2~July 30, 2003 Chapter 6 Implementation The purpose of this chapter is to identify possible strategies for implementation of the Plan. Principally, additional the open space within the Greenbelt could be obtained through: acquisition of privately owned land for open space, dedication of land for open space through the MSCP, or dedication of land as part of the approval process of a development proposal, such as a Specific Plan, Subdivision Map or other discretionary permit. Much of the Greenbelt open space is currently preserved through public ownership, open space dedication, or due to environmental constraints that limit future development, such as flood plain, steep slopes, or sensitive biological habitat. Some parcels along the Otay Valley Regional Park focused planning area are currently in private ownership and open space connectivity through these areas will be evaluated in confirmation with future development. Other than trail construction by a developer through the specific plan or subdivision process, construction of additional trails outside of these areas would generally occur as part of a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) through publicly owned-land or through dedication of trails from privately-held land. All trail construction proposals will be subject to environmental review consistent with CEQA. The City may utilize any one of these tools or a mixture of tools for acquisition and/or implementation of the Greenbelt system. The ultimate mix of implementation tools will involve City staff, property owners, developers, elected officials and others. There are a number of mechanisms that may be used for acquisition, construction, and on-going maintenance based on whether the open space is publicly or privately owned. These mechanisms are further discussed in this chapter. 6.1 Public and Privately Owned Open Space 6.1.1 Publicly-owned Open Space Publicly owned land includes lands owned by water and sewer districts, school districts, and other semi-public agencies, as well as those lands owned by individual cities and counties, the Port District, resource agencies such as the California Department of Fish and Game, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, National Wildlife Refuge and other federally-owned land, such as Bureau of Land Management and the Cleveland National Forest. 58 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-AprA-2-iJuly 30, 2003 6.1.2 Private-owned Open Space Privately owned land within the Greenbelt includes such uses as the Bonita Golf Course, Auld private gGolf Ccourse~s; private recreation centers such as the water park in the Otay River Valley (Knott's Soak City), and individual residences, homeowners associations, industrial and commercial uses. Some privately owned land might be owned by an individual land conservancy for the protection of natural resources. The City may require, as a condition of approval, of a private developer to preserve open space and/or reserve areas for future trails or construct trails within the development. Depending on the agreement with the City, the open space and/or trails may be maintained by a homeowners association or by the City. 6.2 Acquisition, Development and Maintenance Funding Greenways and trails offer a variety of benefits to the community, including economic development, health opportunities, open space preservation, transportation links, recreation, cultural preservation, education, natural resource conservation, as well as others. Funding programs are offered for a variety of benefits and the trail manager or park manager should be creative in his approach to pursuing funding programs. Implementation of the Greenbelt requires funding for acquisition, development (construction, signage, staging areas, etc), and ongoing management and maintenance. Funding programs frequently only fund for a specific benefit or a specific category. Various funding programs are described below. 6.2.1 Acquisition of Greenbelt Open Space and Trails State and Federal Grant Funding for Open Space The City may pursue acquisition of these open space areas containing sensitive habitat and/or species using a variety of methods including for habitat conservation through state and federal funding programs, such as Coastal Conservancy grants, Habitat Conservation Fund, etc,. In most instances, open space acquired through grant programs or bonds can only be used for habitat conservation; however, trails can be considered to be compatible uses within these areas. Significant acreage within the Otay Valley Regional Park has been acquired through state funding sources. The majority of the City's MSCP opens space will be conserved through existing public lands through dedication of open space as part of the land development process. However, a small component of the MSCP opens space will be comprised of private landholdings which would be set aside of portion of the most sensitive lands in exchange for development along the less sensitive areas remaining. s9 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-APriF~~July 30, 2003 Impact Fees The City requires impact fees for the acquisition and development of public parks through the Park Dedication Ordinance (PDO), where "turn-key' parks are not developed as part of large master planned residential developments; however, land acquired through this funding source is typically targeted to serve local public park needs and seldom natural and passive open space. Trails would be considered consistent with the range of active park uses targeted for local parkland acquired through this funding source. While PDO funds are commonly used to fund local parkland acquisition, funding for trail construction could be set- aside in an account established for that purpose. Donations and Dedications Natural Heritage Preservation Tax Credit -Land and conservation easements may be dedicated for open space, parkland, wildlife corridors and cultural resources in exchange for tax credit equal to 55% of fair market value. The State Wildlife Conservation Board administers the program. Williamson Act Contracts Land for open space or trail use may be set aside for a period of time (30 years) in exchange for a reduction in property tax. Generally Williamson Act contracts have been primarily used for agricultural use but they may be used to retain open space in its natural state for the period of the contract. Voluntary Dedication An individual property owner may desire to dedicate open space for preservation or a portion of their property for a trail. The City may elect to construct and maintain the trail upon acceptance of an irrevocable offer of dedication. Mandatory Exaction When there is a crucial link to connect trail segments or a trail is identified on an adopted trails map or master plan, a mandatory exaction may be required in conjunction with a request for a discretionary development permit from the public agency. An example might be a requirement to dedicate land for the construction of a trail as a condition of approval for a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed major recreation land use. In lieu of land dedication, in some circumstances an easement can be recorded to the City to ensure public access for trail purposes Income tax deductions A federal income tax deduction may be allowed when a property owner conveys land as a gift to a public agency or anon-profit organization for public purposes such as a trail or open space. 60 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apri4 2~July 30, 2003 6.2.2 Design and Construction Funding Grant Funds and Reimbursement Fund Programs Identifying where opportunities exist for trails is as much a challenge as is determining how to implement a trails plan once it is adopted. In the past, grant funds have been limited to trail design and construction. Responding to recreational and open space needs of a growing population and expanding communities, the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (TEA) was reauthorized in 1998 as TEA-21. TEA-21 or the Transportation Equity Act for the 215 Century authorizes funds for transportation programs over a 6-year period from 1998-2003. Programs include funds directed at improvements for Transportation Enhancements (TE), Bicycle Transportation and Pedestrian Walkways, Recreational Trails, and Conservation Lands. In San Diego, the regional allotted funds of ISTEA and TEA-21 funds have been primarily allocated to regional trail projects that benefit a wide geographic area. One of these regional projects is the Bayshore Bikeway, a paved Class I bicycle path (a designated path separated from the roadway) that, when completed, will extend from downtown San Diego south along the Bayfront in Chula Vista then west to Imperial Beach winding around the South Bay to Coronado. San Diego Association of Government (SANDAL) is the lead agency for developing a trail with Tea funds along a levee within the salt flats connecting along the Bay connecting to Imperial Beach and Bayshore Bikeway in Coronado. This project will link to the trail along the Bayfront and connection to the Bayshore Bikeway. Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air, and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000 (Proposition 12) provides $10 million for non-motorized trail projects of which all but $1.7 million are programmed. Possible expenditures include hikers, biking, and other means of non-motorized means of transportation and recreation. The program favors projects that fund the construction of high-priority trail segments using matching or in-kind contributions, innovative partnerships or solutions. Other programs that may be utilized for developing the Greenbelt and its o~t#~e trails system include: • California Recreation Trails Program • Habitat Conservation Fund • Land and Water Conservation Fund • Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program (part of the TEA program) • Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program (technical assistance) 6t City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft Apri121Ju1v 30, 2003 • California Greenways Creative Grants Program. • AB 2766 Air Pollution Control District Funds • National Recreation Trails Act, • California 2000 Bond Act, • Roberti-Z'berg-Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation Program • Riparian and Riverine Habitat Grant Program • Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (program geared toward promoting healthy communities) Applications for specific grants require an analysis of whether the type of grant request meets the grant program guidelines. Many of the grant programs are tailored specifically for acquisition, design, construction, or maintenance or a combination of these. Air Pollution Control funds are principally targeted for programs that reduce vehicle trips and therefore fund for alternative transportation projects and bicycle facilities which meet the state or federal standards for multi-use paths. Whereas, the Recreation Trails grant focuses on trail usage for pleasure and allow more flexibility in the design. The Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program, administered by the California Resources Agency, is a mitigation tool for transportation projects. The program may be applicable for mitigation of the road widening of Proctor Valley Road or the construction of SR 125. 6.2.3 Maintenance Funding Parks, -and-~Ftrails and open space within the Greenbelt that are owned by a homeowners association (HOA) will be maintained by the HOA. Trails through Eastlake Trails, Rolling Hills Ranch and San Miguel Ranch will be maintained by t~individual HOAs. Maintenance of the trails through public open space areas will be mainta++ted-the responsibility ofby the City or try-the agency that owns the land, unless a maintenance agreement assures this differently- (See Figure 19). The City shall coordinate with individual HOAs to ensure that Greenbelt trails remain connected and that basic maintenance responsibilities continue to occur. Greenbelt AAmaintenance e#-tra+ls-is essential to ensure that the system remains an asset to the community. There are few grant programs that offer grant funds for maintenance. Generally, maintenance costs are allocated through the General Fund and when there is a reduced General Fund budget, maintenance of parks and trails may suffer. Maintenance, specifically for-e# the trail system, can be accomplished through a variety of sources in addition to maintenance provided by the public agency. Volunteer programs can provide maintenance of the trails. In order to manage a volunteer program or revenues generated for maintenance, a trail manager is necessary. The following possible sources may be used for generating maintenance revenues or used for trail maintenance: • Advertising -outdoor shelters, benches 62 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Aprll-2'4-July 30, 2003 • Corporate Sponsorship • Special Events -Fund rides, time trails, etc. • Franchise Fees -Food stands, bike lockers, bike rental/repair at staging areas and/or parks Urban Corps of San Diego -This organization provides young adults job training, education, and community service opportunities. The Urban Corps' "Public Service Conservation Works Program" offers services for trail construction and maintenance, erosion control, brush management, revegetation and public landscaping. • California Conservation Corps (CCC) is a state agency that engages young persons in meaningful work, public service, and educational activities providing services to communities and they have conducted trail maintenance and construction. • User Fees -Typically the City charges user fees paid for the use of campgrounds, active playing fields, and other day use fees. A user fee for trail usage would be difficult to collect and enforce unless each trail was gated and fenced for its entirety. However, a volunteer collection mechanism may be implemented whereby a user box is installed at various trailheads. Fees are collected via the honor system. • Developer Fees • Corporate Funding • Fundraising events 63 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft April-2tJuly 30, 2003 Chapter 7 Consultation In preparing the Greenbelt Master Plan a variety of sources of information contributed to its content. The following is a listing of documents and individuals that were consulted in the preparation of the Plan. 1. Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, "Regulatory Negotiation Committee on Accessibility Guidelines for Outdoor Developed Areas, Final Report", September 30, 1999. 2. California, State of, The Resources Agency, Department of Parks and Recreation, California Outdoor Recreation Plan 1993, April 1994. 3. Brookfield Shea Otay, LLC, "Otay Ranch SPA, Village Eleven SPA Land Use Districts", March 30, 2001. 4. Chula Vista, City of, Chula Vista General Plan, Land Use Element, July 11, 1989, Reprinted September 5, 1995. 5. Chula Vista, City of, Landscape Manual, November 1994. 6. Chula Vista, City of, Draft Parks & Recreation Master Plan, August 2000. 7. Cinti Land Planning, "Eastlake III Specific Planning Area," February 20, 2001. 8. Dudek & Associates, Draft Program Environmental Impact Report, Salt Creek Interceptor Sewer and Wolf Canvon Trunk Sewer, Volume I - EIR, prepared for the City of Chula Vista, February 2001. 9. Hofmockel, Mary, City of Chula Vista, May 21, 2000. 10. Federal Highway Administration and the National Recreational Trails Advisory Committee, "Conflicts on Multi-Use Trails: Synthesis of the Literature and State of the Practice". 11. MNA Consulting, Draft City of Chula Vista Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSP) Subarea Plan, prepared for the City of Chula Vista, September 11, 2000. 12. Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) Subarea Plan, 64 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-Apul-2-4July 30, 2003 September 11, 2000. 13. Otay Vallev Regional Park Concept Plan, revised draft July 18, 1997. 14. Payne, Gail, California Bicycle Coalition, Planning and Conservation League Foundation, "Guide to Bicycle Projects and Program Funding in California", February 2002 15. Recon, Number 3434E, Environmental Opportunities and Constraints Analysis for the Sweetwater Bike Path, February 14, 2001 16. San Diego, City of and Merkel and Associates, Draft Western Otay Vallev Regional Park Natural Resource Management Plan, April 2001 17. Trimark Pacific San Miguel LLC, "San Miguel Ranch SPA Plan", October 19, 1999. 18. "The Impact of the Brush Creek Trail on Property Values and Crime", Sonoma State University, 1992. 19. "Who's at Fault: Trail Liability 101", National Trails Symposium, Laura A. Reimche, Staff Counsel, California Department of Parks and Recreation, September 23, 2000. 20. U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, National Bicycling and Walking Study, Case Study No. 7, "Transportation Potential and Other Benefits of Off-Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities", January 1992. 21. U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, "Final Report National Bicycling and Walking Study, Transportation Choices for a Changing America". 22. U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Conflicts on Multiple-Use Trails, Synthesis of the Literature and State of the Practice, August 1994. 23. Dean Ziegler, Bonita Horseman, July 9, 2001 24. San Diego Association of Governments, Regional Transportation Plan, 2000. 25. San Diego, City of, "San Diego Bicycle Attitude Survey", 1995. 65 City of Chula Vista Greenbelt Master Plan Final Draft-April-2.4July 30, 2003 Greenbelt chaps 66 0 Ise 6 ;,~ s t 9 ~~ Ji E{ f n s' l~ ti e V 3c~ U ~~ U s' ,E ~, [1 : °~+~p~ a $t ~6~ ice` ~. j ;K ll ~~ ~ ~? E, . 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RESOLUTION NO.2003-O1 RESOLUTION OF THE RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA CHANGING TIME OF REGULAR MEETINGS WHEREAS, Municipal Code Section 2.32 provides for a change in meeting time of the Resource Conservation Commission upon adoption by the Commission of a written resolution, which adoption shall be recorded in the minutes of the Commission and a copy of which resolution shall be forwarded to the City Council; and WHEREAS, the Commission wishes to change its meeting time to 6:00 p.m. in order to be consistent with meeting times of the City Counci] and Planning Commission and alleviate confusion for the public. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Resource Conservation Commission of the City of Chula Vista, pursuant to Municipal Code §2.32.080, does hereby change the time of its regular meetings to 6:00 p.m. Approved as to form by ore, C ty Att e PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the urce Conservation ommission of the City of Chula V ista; California, this 16'" day of June 2003, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: Thomas, Reid, Diaz, Bensoussan, Jasek and Chavez NAYS: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None .~ Teresa Thomas, Chairperson ATTEST: _~~~ ~~ ~ Lin a Bond, Commission Secretary STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO CITY OF CHULA VISTA RCC Reso. 2003-O1 June 16, 2003 Paee 2 I, Linda Bond, Secretary of the Resource Conservation Commission of the City of Chula Vista, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2003-O1 was duly passed, approved, and adopted by the Resource Conservation Commission at its regular meeting held on the 16~' day of June 2003. Executed this 16i6 day of June 2003. dv Q~>~ ~ Lind ond, Commission Secretary