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Sept. 17, 2019
Mayor and City Council
Scott Chadwick, City Manager
Kyle Lancaster, Parks & Recreation Director
kyle.lancaster@carlsbadca.gov or 760-434-2941
CA Review lrL.Qr-
Subject: Hub Park Lease Property and a Capital Improvement Program Project for
Trail Segment 7C -South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail
Recommended Action
Receive a report on the Hub Park Lease property and adopt a Resolution adding a Capital
Improvement Program Project for Trail Segment 7C....:. South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail,
as identified in the Carlsbad Trails Master Plan, and appropriating $674,500 from the General
Capital Construction Fund.
Executive Summary
During the city's Fiscal Year 2019-20 Preliminary Budget review, several community members
requested the city initiate action to develop passive recreational trails and related amenities on
the south shore of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon, specifically at the Hub Park lease property. On
June 18, 2019, during Agenda Item No.5 -Fiscal Year 2019-20 Operating and Capital
Improvement Program Budgets, the City Council approved a minute motion as follows " ... that a
report be completed to add Agua Hedionda Trail as a Capital Improvement Project" (Exhibit 2).
In response, staff's report consists of background information on the Hub Park Lease property
and provides a resolution (Exhibit 1) to add a Capital Improvement Program Project for Trail
Segment 7C -South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail -as identified in the Trails Master Plan.
Discussion
Background
On June 21, 2016, staff presented a report to the City Council on the Hub Park.Lease property
(Exhibit 3). The subsections in that report are titled as follows:
• Lease and Property Background
• Analysis
o Opportunities
o Constraints and Challenges
• Property Deed Restrictions
• Land Use/Zoning Policies, Regulations, and Permits
■ Environmental Considerations
■ Physical Considerations
■ Legal and Lease Considerations
The information within these subsections remains consistent through present day.
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According to the minutes of the June 21, 2016 City Council Meeting (Exhibit 4):
Staff explained that should the Council wish to move forward with adding trail
development within the Hub Park area to the City's current work plan, staff would
recommend the following steps:
• Consider the work at the next Council Goal Setting Workshop (early 2017}
• If after the Workshop, Council decides to move forward, staff would return with a
comprehensive work plan which would include process, schedule and budget
• As part of the process, staff would likely recommend that a Citizens Advisory
Committee be appointed by the Council."
The minutes of that meeting indicate considerable public comment and City Council discussion
then ensued. At the conclusion of the discussion, the City Council approved a minute motion
which accepted staff's recommendations and requested that staff determine the
appropriate time to assemble the Citizens Advisory Committee.
Capital Improvement Program Project
The City Council did not make the Hub Park Lease property a goal at the referenced Goal
Setting Workshop in 2017 and did not provide direction to staff on this item until its regularly
scheduled meeting on June 18, 2019. At that time, the City Council approved a minute motion
that a report be completed to add Agua Hedionda Trail as a Capital Improvement Project. Staff
therefore prepared the attached Capital Improvement Program Project Charter (Exhibit 5) and
Budget Worksheet (Exhibit 6) for the South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail.
Carlsbad Trails Master Plan
On Aug. 28, 2019, the City Council adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) and a
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP); approved a related amendment to the
General Plan Open Space, Conservation, and Recreation Element; and adopted the Carlsbad
Trails Master Plan. The adopted MND and MMRP analyzed trail improvements at a broader,
programmatic level. The Carlsbad Trails Master Plan, Chapter 5 -Trail Development
Implementation, identifies Trail Segment 7C -South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail. The
proposed eight-foot wide recreational trail will lead from a new 1-5 bridge crossing to the bluff
top within the Hub Park Lease property, overlooking the lagoon. It will loop around the
Strawberry Fields and open space, providing connection to the south side of Cannon Road
through existing underpasses. The trail program includes decomposed granite surface, trail
edging and basic trailhead amenities, such as trail identification and regulation signs, dog
stations and recycling/trash receptacles.
The proposed trail must undergo project level California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
review in conjunction with the development phase that will determine the final alignment of
the trail. Easements related to trail development are subject to review and approval by San
Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), which may grant ingress/egress from Cannon Road to the Hub
Park Lease property.
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Fiscal Analysis
Staff recommends an appropriation of $674,500 from the General Capital Construction Fund,
specifically from the funds previously set aside via Proposition C for open space and trail
acquisition. The estimated costs are detailed in the South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail
Capital Improvement Program Project Budget Summary. The total estimated cost of $674,500
for the trail project includes environmental review, permitting, design and construction.
Next Steps
Staff will pursue discussions with SDG&E to obtain easements from Cannon Roaq to the Hub
Park Lease property and complete a procurement process to obtain a design consulting firm for
planning the South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail. Staff will also initiate a public
engagement program in accordance with City Council Policy Statement No. 84, Development
Project Public Involvement.
Environmental Evaluation (CEQA)
The Trails Master Plan has been reviewed pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA). On August 27, 2019, the City Council adopted a MND and MMRP for the Trails Master
Plan. The MND and MMRP analyzed the Trails Master Plan at a broad, programmatic level.
Therefore, staff anticipates performing additional project-level CEQA review for Segment 7C -
South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail when the alignment for the trail segment is
developed.
Public Notification
This item was noticed in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act and was available for public
viewing and review at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting date.
Exhibits
1. City Council Resolution
2. June 18, 2019 City Council Meeting Minutes
3. June 21, 2016 City Council Staff Report on The Hub Park Lease.
4. June 21, 2016 City Council Meeting Minutes.
5. Capital Improvement Program Project Charter.
6. Capital Improvement Program Project Budget Summary.
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 3 of 41
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-181
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT
FOR TRAIL SEGMENT 7C -SOUTH SHORE AGUA HEDIONDA LAGOON
TRAIL, AS IDENTIFIED IN THE CARLSBAD TRAILS MASTER PLAN, AND
APPROPRIATING $674,500 FROM THE GENERAL CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION FUND
WHEREAS, the Carlsbad Trails Master Plan, Chapter 5 -Trail Development Implementation,
identifies Trail Segment 7C -South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail; and
WHEREAS, during the city's Fiscal Year 2019-20 Preliminary Budget review, several community
members requested the city initiate action to develop passive recreational trails and related amenities
on the south shore of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon, specifically at the Hub Park Lease property; and
WHEREAS, on June 18, 2019, during Agenda Item No. 5 -Fiscal Year 2019-20 Operating and
Capital Improvement Program Budgets, the City Council approved a minute motion that a report be
completed to add the South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail as a Capital Improvement Project; and
WHEREAS, staff has submitted to the City Council a Capital Improvement Program Project
Charter and Budget Worksheet for the South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail; and
WHEREAS, on Aug. 27, 2019, the City Council adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND)
and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP), approved a related amendment to the
General Plan Open Space, Conservation, and Recreation Element, and adopted the Carlsbad Trails
Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, the South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail is within the scope of the adopted
MND, but additional environmental review may be completed when the alignment for the trail
segment is developed; and
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WHEREAS, an appropriation of $674,500 from the General Capital Construction Fund,
specifically the funds set aside for open space and trail acquisition, as detailed in the Capital
Improvement Program Project Budget Summary, is necessary to fund the South Shore Agua Hedionda
Lagoon Trail; and
WHEREAS, easements related to trail development are subject to review and approval by San
Diego Gas & Electric, which may grant ingress/egress from Cannon Road to the Hub Park Lease
property; and
WHEREAS, staff will pursue discussions with SDG&E to obtain the described easements and
complete a procurement process to obtain a design consulting firm for planning the trail; and
WHEREAS, staff will initiate a public engagement program, in accordance with City Council
Policy Statement No. 84 -Development Project Public Involvement, for the South Shore Agua Hedionda
Lagoon Trail.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the City Council hereby approves adding a Capital Improvement Program Project
for Trail Segment 7C -South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail, as identified in the
Carlsbad Trails Master Plan.
3. That $674,500 is appropriated from the General Capital Construction Fund for the South
Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail.
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 5 of 41
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad on the 17th day of September 2019, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher, Hamilton.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
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September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 6 of 41
June 18, 2019 Carlsbad City Council Regular Meeting Page 2
job classification and revising the City of Carlsbad part-time salary schedule by increasing the
ranges by three percent (3%). (Staff contact: Silvano Rodriguez, Human Resources)
3. ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM THE CARLSBAD LIBRARY & ARTS FOUNDATION -Adoption
of Resolution No. 2019-090 accepting a donation of $140,165 from the Carlsbad Library &
Arts Foundation to the City of Carlsbad's Library & Cultural Arts Department. (Staff contact:
Heather Pizzuto, Library & Cultural Arts)
4. ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM CARLSBAD FRIENDS OF THE ARTS -Adoption of
Resolution No . 2019-091 accepting a $37,100 donation from the Carlsbad Friends of the Arts
in support of the FY 2019-20 Cultural Arts Programs and the 2019 TGIF Concerts in the Parks
summer concert series. (Staff contact: Richard Schultz, Library & Cultural Arts)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM PULLED FOR DISCUSSION:
Council Member Schumacher requested this item be pulled for discussion.
1. REVISIONS TO MAN AG EM ENT COMPENSATION PLAN -Adoption of Resolution No. 2019-088
approving revisions to the Management Compensation and Benefits Plan. (Staff contact:
Drew Cook, Human Resources)
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Schumacher, Human Resource Director Judy
van Kalinowski explained the CPI changes every month, but in 2018, it was about 3.35 and
ranged between 3.1 to 3.6. For 2019, the range has been 2.4 to 2.9 so far.
Council Member Schumacher asked if staff anticipates conducting a comparative
compensation study for this labor group.
Director Judy van Kalinowski confirmed that staff does plan to conduct a labor study if the
budget is approved. Staff anticipates the study to begin early Fall 2019, with results likely to
be presented to City Council in early 2020.
Motion by Council Member Schumacher, seconded by Mayor Hall, to adopt Resolution No,
2019-088 as amended to go forward with the 3% CPI increase. Motion carried unanimously,
5/0.
ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION: None.
ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION: None.
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS:
Moved before Item No. 5
6. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT POLICIES FOR PENSION FUNDING AND GENERAL
FUND SURPLUS -Adoption of Resolution No . 2019-099 approving City Council Policy No. 86
to establish a Pension Funding Policy, approving City Council Policy No. 87 to establish a
General Fund Surplus Policy, and revising City Council Policy No. 74, General Fund Reserve
Policy. (Staff contact: Laura Rocha, Administrative Services)
City Manager's Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 8 of 41
June 18, 2019 Carlsbad City Council Regular Meeting Page 3
Deputy City Manager Laura Rocha and Finance Manager Roxanne Muhlmeister presented the
report and reviewed a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Council Member Schumacher stated she wou ld be more comfortable voting on each item
separately and requested to review the policies every five years.
Minute Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Bhat-Patel, seconded by Mayor Hall, to approve Council
Policy No. 86 and return to Council every five years or upon Council's request, as well as a
discussion for CalPERS. Motion carried unanimously, 5/0.
Minute Motion by Council Member Schumacher, seconded by Council Member Blackburn, to
authorize a $20,000,000 payment to CalPERS. Motion carried unanimously, 5/0.
Council concurred to continue the discussion of the propos~d Council Policy No. 87 at a future
goal setting session.
Minute Motion by Council Member Schumacher, seconded by Mayor Hall, to retain a target
of 40% in reserves and eliminate the portion of the policy that states that staff
recommendations will be made to City Council annually on the appropriate reserve levels and
that the reserve policy remain within the purview and the authority of the City Council and
community. Motion carried unanimously, 5/0.
Motion by Council Member Schumacher, seconded by Mayor Hall, to adopt Resolution No.
2019-099 as amended to reflect actions in above referenced Minute Motions. Motion carried
unanimously, 5/0.
RECESS:
Mayor Hall declared a recess at 5:57 p.m.
Mayor Hall reconvened the meeting at 6:11 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING:
5. FISCAL YEAR 2019-20 OPERATING AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BUDGETS -
Adoption of City Council Resolution approving the FY 2019-20 Operating Budgets and FY
2019-20 to 2033-34 Capital Improvement Program for the City of Carlsbad, Carlsbad
Municipal Water District, Community Development Commission, Carlsbad Public Financing
Authority and City of Carlsbad as Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency; and,
Adoption of City Council Resolution No. 2019-092 adopting the Final Operating Budget and
Capital Improvement Program for FY 2019-20 for the City of Carlsbad and establishing
controls on changes in appropriations for the various funds; and,
Adoption of Carlsbad Municipal Water District Resolution No. 1617 adopting the Water·
District Final Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program for FY 2019-20; and,
Adoption of Community Development Commission Resolution No. 545 adopting the
Operating Budget of the Carlsbad Housing Authority for FY 2019-20; and,
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 9 of 41
June 18, 2019 Carlsbad City Council Regular Meeting Page 4
Adoption of Public Financing Authority Resolution No. 79 adopting the Operating Budget of
the Crossings at Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course for FY 2019-20; and,
Adoption of City Council Resolution No. 2019-093, acting as Successor Agency for the
Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency, adopting the Operating Budget of the Successor Agency
and Enforceable Obligations of the City of Carlsbad's Redevelopment Obligation Retirement
Fund for FY 2019-20; and,
Adoption of City Council Resolution No. 2019-094 establishing the FY 2019-20 appropriation
limit as required by Article XIIIB of the California State Constitution and State Law; and,
Adoption of City Council Resolution No. 2019-095 adopting changes to the Master Fee
Schedule; and,
Adoption of City Council Resolution No. 2019-096 approving the FY 2019-20 Operating and
Capital Budgets of the Encina Wastewater Authority; and,
Adoption of City Council Resolution No. 2019-097 determining that the FY 2019-20 Capital
Improvement Program Budget is consistent with the General Plan and applicable Climate
Action Plan measures and actions; and,
Adoption of City Council Resolution No. 2019-098 approving adjustments to the FY 2018-19
Capital Improvement Program and Operating Budget. (Staff contact: Roxanne Muhlmeister,
Administrative Services)
City Manager's Recommendation: Take public input, close the public hearing and adopt the
Resolutions.
City Manager Scott Chadwick, Deputy City Manager Laura Rocha, Deputy City Manager Paz
Gomez, and Finance Manager Roxanne Muhlmeister presented the report and reviewed a
PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Mayor Hall opened the duly noticed Public Hearing at 6:11 p.m.
Rosanne Bentley spoke in support of the trails master plan, authorized trails at HUB park, the
south shore of Agua Hedionda Lagoon, and a coastal access park in the southwest quadrant
in the Ponto Area.
Christine Davis, representing the Carlsbad Business Association, spoke in support of the
budget and thanked Council for providing a platform and listening to public input to address
and improve the residents' quality of life and public safety issues. She also expressed support
for more lighting for gathering places in the Village.
Gary Nessim, representing Imagine Carlsbad, encouraged the City Council to pursue the Grand
Promenade idea.
Greg Anglea, representing Interfaith Community Services, spoke in support of the overall
budget and continuing to support low-income neighbors. He explained the importance of
funding of the Service Center.
Diane Nygaard, representing Preserve Cafavera, spoke in support of a Coastal Access Park at
Ponto, the trails at HUB Park, and updating the Parks strategic plan to today's needs.
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 10 of 41
June 18, 2019 Carlsbad City Council Regular Meeting Page 5
De'Ann Weimer, representing Citizens for North County, spoke in support of trails along Agua
Hedionda lagoon, that Ponto Park be implemented, and that Veteran's Park be delayed. She
also requested the Council form an Ethics Commission.
Mayor Hall closed the duly noticed Public Hearing at 7:58 p.m.
Mayor Hall stepped down from dais at 7:59 p.m. due to a potential conflict of interest.
City Attorney Celia Brewer explained the Fair Political Practice Commission's rules on conflict
of interest, segmentation, and shared which projects Mayor Hall identified as conflicts:
#66083 -NW Quadrant Storm Drain Improvements
#58011-Encina Capital Projects
#52032 -Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility (Encina Capital Projects)
#60041 -Avenida Encinas Widening -South of Pa lomar Airport Rd
#40161 -Village Decorative Lighting
#60891-Village Intelligent Parking Implementation.
Council Member Hamilton expressed support of funding the Village and Barrio lighting and
· traffic circles projects as development continues to impact the area.
Amended Minute Motion by Council Member Hamilton, seconded by Council Member
Schumacher, to bring the CIP items for the Village and Barrio traffic circles back to Council
with a report on current state so that Council can make a decision about the readiness to
move the item forward. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Hall -Absent).
Minute Motion by Council Member Schumacher, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Bhat-Patel, to
pass the items related to Storm Drain Improvements, Encina Capital Projects, Carlsbad Water
Recycling Facility, Avenida Encinas Widening, Village Decorative Lighting, Village Intelligent
Parking. Motion carried, 4/0/1 (Hall -Absent).
Mayor Hall returned to the dais at 8:24 p.m .
Mayor Hall stepped down from dais at 8:27 p.m. due to a potential conflict of interest relating
to the discussion of the Barrio Lighting CIP Project.
Minute Motion by Council Member Hamilton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Bhat-Patel, that
the City Council prioritize the Barrio lighting CIP project on the CIP list. Motion carried, 4/0/1
(Hall -Absent).
Mayor Hall returned to the dais at 8:28 p.m .
Council Member Schumacher spoke in favor of starting on the trails on the Agua Hedionda
Lagoon.
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 11 of 41
June 18, 2019 Carlsbad City Council Regular Meeting Page 6
City Attorney Celia Brewer explained that if monies are to be allocated to this project, a report
would need to be provided in order to be transparent and open to the public for input as it is
not currently listed.
Minute Motion by Council Member Schumacher, seconded by Council Member Hamilton,
that a report be completed to add Agua Hedionda Trail as a Capital Improvement Project.
Motion carried unanimously, 5/0.
Minute Motion by Council Member Hamilton, seconded by Council Member Schumacher,
that the Housing Assistant and the Program Manager positions be funded from the General
Fund rather than the Housing Trust Fund. Motion carried, 3/2 (Hall, Blackburn -No).
Minute Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Bhat-Patel, seconded by Council Member Blackburn to
include the Library & Cultural Arts Coordinator, Library Assistant, and the 0.4 part-time
positions in the budget. Motion carried, 4/1 (Hall"-No).
Motion by Council Member Schumacher, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Bhat-Patel, to add
$200,000 for residential traffic calming areas at three locations. Motion carried unanimously,
5/0.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Bhat-Patel, seconded by Council Member Hamilton, to adopt City
Council Resolution No. No. 2019-092 as amended, CMWD Resolution No. 1617, CDC
Resolution No. 545, PFA Resolution No. 79, City Council Resolution Nos. 2019-093, 2019-094,
2019-095, 2019-096, 2019-097, 2019-098. Motion carried, 4/1 (Hall -No).
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS CONTINUED:
This item was heard before Item No. 5
6. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT POLICIES FOR PENSION FUNDING AND GENERAL
FUND SURPLUS -Adoption of Resolution No. 2019-099 approving City Council Policy No. 86
to establish a Pension Funding Policy, approving City Council Policy No. 87 to establish a
General Fund Surplus Policy, and revising City Council Policy No. 74, General Fund Reserve
Policy. (Staff contact: Laura Rocha, Administrative Services)
7. LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO FY 2019-20 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
SERVICES DIVISION BUDGET -Authorize the Mayor to execute a letter in support of the
county's proposed FY 2019-20 Behavioral Health Services Division budget. (Staff contact:
Jason Haber, City Manager Department)
City Manager's Recommendation: Authorize execution of letter in support of County's
proposed FY 2019-20 Behavioral Health Services Division budget.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Bhat-Patel, seconded by Council Member Blackburn, to authorize
the letter as amended to include a statement that says, " ... especially as it relates to the
resources and funding specifically allocated to North County." Motion carried unanimously,
5/0.
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 12 of 41
June 18, 2019 Carlsbad City Council Regular Meeting Page 7
COUNCIL REPORTS AND COMMENTS:
Mayor Hall and City Council Members reported on activities and meetings of some committees
and subcommittees of which they are members.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: City Manager Scott Chadwick thanked the City Council for
approving positions to support the community and that he is looking forward to executing to the
levels they expect.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS: None.
Cl"rY CLERK COMMENTS: None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: None.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Hall adjourned the duly noticed Meeting at 9:45 p.m. in honor and
memory of Ben Shulman.
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Mia De Marzo ·
Deputy City Clerk
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 13 of 41
Hub Park Lease Area
June 21, 2016
Pagel
Analysis: Execution of the Hub Park lease provides an opportunity for expanding passive recreational
uses such as hiking trails and view-points on the 96 acre property. However, the property is also highly
constrained and development of the property presents many challenges. The opportunities,
constraints, and challenges exhibited by the 96 acre Hub Park lease property are summarized as follows:
Opportunities
96 acres (gross) of property under city control to 2074
Public access could be provided for first time in over 60 years
Lagoon frontage and views
Development consistent with the values of the Carlsbad Community Vision
Development consistent with Open Space & Conservation Resource Management Plan {OSCRMP)
Development consistent with draft Trails Master Plan
Proposition C -Open Space and Trail Connections set-aside fund
Future trail connections
-West to 1-5 and coastline
-Cannon Road undercrossing
-AHLF Discovery Center
-Veteran's Park
-Crossings Golf Course trails
-Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan trails
Constraints and Challenges
Property Deed Restrictions
Cal Coastal Commission (CCC) OS Deed Restriction and existing HMP Hardline-62 acres of lease area
Utility Easements/Power line Corridor -41 acres of lease area
-Net lease area is 34 acres (net of OS deed restriction)
-Net-net lease area is 16 acres (net of OS deed restriction & utility easement)
Land Use/Zoning Policies, Regulations, and Permits
Carlsbad General Plan
Local Coastal Program (LCP) Agua Hedionda Land Use Plan provisions
No LCP Implementation Plan -Coastal Development Permit issued by CCC
Proposition D Implementation provisions of the Cannon Road Agricultural/Open Space Zone
Carlsbad Habitat Management Plan {HMP) provisions
Lease area not included in Growth Management Program
-not needed for Park compliance
-not included as Park in the Zone 13 Local Facilities Management Plan (LFMP)
-not included as Park in the Zone 13 LFMP financing plan
Permitting/CEQA issues and costs
State and Federal Resource Agencies -US Army Corps, US F&W, CA St F&W, RWQCB
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· Hub Park Lease Area
June 2~~ 2016
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Environmental Considerations
Pesticide considerations
Biological Resource impact avoidance and mitigation considerations
Cultural Resource considerations
Archeological Resource considerations
Storm water/drainage/grading considerations
Physical Considerations
Steep Topography
Lease area is isolated
-access to/from Cannon Road is significantly challenging
-location of a trail-head is problematic
-no direct trail connection to existing trail system
Legal and Lease Considerations
Property is leased, not owned
Historical and existing Agricultural use and tenant provisions
Lease rate
As can be readily appreciated by the above enumerated opportunities, constraints and challenges, it is
evident that any planning, public outreach, environmental review, permitting, and development of
passive recreational uses such as hiking trails and view-points on the 96 acre Hub Park Lease property
will take a significant amount of effort, time, and resources. Any work effort in this area at this time
would compete for resources with the many other initiatives and projects already anticipated by the
City Council's adopted goals and.in the city's adopted capital improvement program, many of which are
planned and needed for compliance with the provisions of the city's growth management program .
. Options for Consideration:
If the City Council wishes to pursue further analysis and work in this area, staff would recommend that
the City Council consider the merits of such an effort and the resources necessary to undertake it at
their next annual goal setting workshop. If, after consideration as a part of the goal setting workshop
process, the City Council determines to move forward, staff will develop a comprehensive work plan for
this effort, including a schedule and budget, and present the work plan to the City Council for their
consideration.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
The activities associated with receiving this report will not involve or result in any disturbance to the
environment, and is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). CEQA
Section 15306 describes the following activities as being exempt from environmental review:
" ... basic data collection, research, experimental management, and resource evaluation activities which
do not result in a serious or major disturbance to an environmental resource. These may be strictly for
information gathering purposes, or as part of a study leading to an action which a public agency has not
yet approved, adopted or funded."
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Hub Park Lease Area
June 21~ 2016
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EXHIBITS:
1. Hub Park lease
2. Map of Hub Park lease Area
3. Map of Hub Park lease Area Constraints
4. "Proposal for Public Access and Trail Project on Hub Park/Proposition D Open Space lands",
submitted to the City Council by Ms. Vicky Syage on June 14, 2016.
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EXHIBIT 1
LEA s E
THIS LEASE, made and. entered into as of th~ 10-th q~
of November , 1975· l?Y ·a·nd between SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC I ,
COMP~NY·,. a carifornia corporation,· herei_nafter called "Lessor",
and the CITY QF CARL~BAD, CALIFORNIA, a muni~ipal corpo~ation,.
I
hereinafter called ."Lessee",
NIT N E-S S ~TR:
WBEREA.$, In 1971 Lessor requested specifi~.plan approval ·-for certain publi'? utility operat.ipns fn the City of Carlsbad;_
and
WHEREAS, In the course of processing said _request Lessor
,.
· .. off ere? to make a portion of the property covered by the specific
plan. available to the Lessee for pa'rk· and recreational· purposes,
.and .•
WHEREAS, Said offer was a·ccepted by Lessee and incorpor-.
~ted. in Ordinance No. 9279 which approved the specific plan as a
conditio~ .thereof; ·~nd
WHEREAS, ln acco~~ance_with Section 2, Condition ~o. 3, ..
of Ordinance No.• 9279·, Lessor and Lessee have resolved the deta;i.ls.
rf?garding the lease of c.ertain hereinafter d_escribed real property;
NOW, T~EREFORE, in consideration of the performance of .
.. .
the terms and conditions hereof the-parties ag:,ee as-follows :
i. Leased Premises. Lesso~ does hereby lease to Lessee
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use by Lessr . at --,y and all times for· e f~ir or maintenance . \.I. . ..___,
o·f exis:f=ipg and ,f1:1ture facilities, as · well as all other operations
nec~ssarjr in .connection with ·its public utility operations • .-It is
~nderstood that Lessor may .construct ctdditional electrical tr"ans~
. . "·
m~s.sion_ lines and/or other utili'.ty lines upon the lea sec· :pre-~~~s
·and rese:Cves th~ right to accomplish sa1d construction. Lessor shall
. ..
~ak~ reas·onable ·efforts to coordinat·e such .activities wit,h Less¢e to
minimize the interference with the Lessee Is use of the pr-emises. . . . . . ..
6. Rent. iessee agre~s ·to ·pay Lessor rent based on the
amount of one half . of ~e taxe~ asses_sed against the leased premises .
· and paid by Les~o:r, but in no case sh~l~ th~ amoun"t: p·aid by the City
exceed the sum of fourteen thousand \tol·lars ($14 ,o·oo) a·nnuaJ.ly,. ·.
Lessee. and Lessor shall take · ·all reasonable steps to relieve· Le.ssor of
the real property ~tax liability on the leased premises_ for· the term
:of the lease or any .:r;enewal as ·herein provided. The obligation of
Lessee to pay-·rent· shall not commence ·until five (5) y~a:cs-·aft;er·
execution o·f this lease or until LesE;ee. has . qdopted a plan of develop-
.rn~nt for the premises and obtained all permits necessary to accomplish
the development, whichever occurs later.
7 ~-·Improvements. . Lessee shali-hav~ the right to construct
improvements ·upon the leased prem:1,ses·. . Lessee agrees to consult with -
· Lesso·r regarding any proposed improvements prior to the commencemei:it
-.
·of const;ruction. · No improvements, including' grading or structur.es of
. any type,·· shall in~erfere with-Lessors public utility ·facilities or ·
operations on the leased premises. Lessor rnay -~eiocate in a mutually
agr~eable m~nner any such improvement at Lessor's· expense. Lessor ---,_. ... ~ .-·
wiJ'.'1· take every reasonable means · ·to avoid reloca t"ion of Lessee 's
improvements. Upon termination of this -lease, a.fter .receipt of a
written demand from Lessor, -Lessee shall remove all impr~vements
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within 11inety (90). days at Lessee.' s expense.
8~ Pro:tection and Pat.rols. _Lessee agrees · to police,
regulate, ancl control the entry and activi'ties in and upon t}).e
. . . . "·. . . leased premises to the same extent as ot~er c_ornpar~ble prope·::i:q
owned. by Lessee., ·rri" addition, Le·ssee will take re as.on able steps
·to protect all Lessor-owned property surroundin·g or adjacent
to the· leased premises and exterior thereto s·o as _to· rnipimi~e any
I
and all: disturbances ~md da;ages,. including the possibility _ of
damage to property and in'jurie_s to persons incident to · the use · o·f
said premises by .· a~y person ent~ring :t~ereon. · Said . protection -shall be consistent with the protection given to e>ther··_privat~
prope_rty in the City· of Carlsbad. r.
9. Waste. Lessee shall not commit, suffer, nor permit
any waste·, nuisances, or unlawful acts on the'· leased premises-;· and
shall·at all-times maintain· tj1e same in a clean ~~d sa~~t~ry con-. . -· dition ·in ~ompliance with all applicable rules, laws, regulations;
and ordinances. respecting ,health and safety of the City of Carlsbad
and County of San Diego, and--·the State of California .
10. _ Right of Entry . Lessor · r _e;erves the right to enter ..
upon the leased prernises_at any ~irne £or the ~urpose of viewing,
patroling and inspecting the sanie to see if Lessee is faithfully
comp.lyi.pg with the terms and.conditions of this lepse.
·11. Rights 0£ Lessee. Lesse-e shall h_ave n? ri~hts mor
ac;guire any interest in or to the leased premi~·es other than as_
-AA9~i~ed in this leas~ and as a lessee and tenant thereof .
. ,, 12. Default. Should default be made in -the performance
of anY. of the terms and conditions of this lease and such default
shall continue for sixty (60) days after Lessee has bee11 notified
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in writing of such default, then Lessor may re-enter, . take ·possession
of said -premises,. and remove any and all persons and' pr~perty of
Lessee therefro~. ;_
~~--:"c.,_ ' 13. Assignment. Lessee shall not assign this lease nor
· sublease the 1-eised premises ~xcept up~n the-.written cons_e_nt of .
Lessor which shall not· be unreasonably.withheid. Sub~ect to· the
terms and provisions of this iease, Lessee.may make any'joint·use·
. . . t' . . $,' •
agreement for the use or improvement of' the premises an-a_· may . grant
permits·,. licenses or pr:i.viledges to any agency,· person or partner-
. ship to enter upon and/or .. use .any or all_ of the. leas·ea.-premises, upon
. -. • • . t •
-terms and conditions as the Lessee de.eins necessary or desirable.·
14 ~ Waiver. Any_ waiver by Lessor of any. bre·ach of one_·
. .
or more of the terms, covenants, and conditiqns of th~s lease shall
. not be a waiver 9f any subse~uent or othe·r hreach 0£ the same·, or
of any other term or condition ·hereof •. •
15._ ·Indemnity. Lessee hereby agre·es to indemnity, save
and ho:l-4 Lessor haililless from and against any and all demands,·
. ~lairns·,. suits, loss, _·aam?ge,
0
:i.njury I resulting from. any ·act or
t. . • •
..
omission-of·-Les;;ee, its employees, age_nts, permittees, invite.es,
or oth~r pfars~ns ·upon the J.ea·sed 'premises with or without the
consent of Lessee to the person or· person·s, · ~r p;roperty or p_roper~
ties· of·any person, including injury to or: death of any person in
any way arising from u~e a~d_ occupancy of. the lE:as·ed premi~es b~ ..
. Lessee, its.agents, servants, employees, or invitees, whether
ae'tual., or implied by law.
It is the mutual intention and agreement of the parties
that the foregoing indemnity provi~ions ·shall extend to any and
5.
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all damages suffered by Lessor to its property adjacent to the
leased premises or i_njriry to. or death of a_ny pers_on upon thp · ad:-
• ., y •
jacent · property in any 'vfay ·arising from the use ~r-occupan'°c~ ··-=-~
,, of the leased ·premises, -occasioned by the negligent,· willful, or
,?-ntentional acts or omissions of any person_s1 using an~ ·who :may be
in or upon the leased premises.
•i6 · . .Liability Protection. Lessee agr~es to include t·he
leased property in the liability•protection program in use for
other property owned b~-Lessee.
i7. ·Notices. Notices to be given from or to either·p~rty
may be addressed as follows:
a. Leiser at 101 A~h Street, San~Diego, Californi~ 92101.
b. Lessee at 1200 Elm Avenue, Carlsbad, Ca-lifornia 92008.
Notices shall be deemed given_hereunder when placed by.
eitl?,er pa.rty in the United States-mail, postage prepaid,· certi.fied,
and properly.addressed to the other •
. ·. ·1s •. Ordinance No. 9279, -Section 2, 13-13, 1-3. It is agreed· -that construction of park· improvements, under Paragraph 7 of this
lease, are not considered development of Lessor's property as
·specified~ Ordinance No. 9279, Se~tion 2, 13-B, l-3.
· • · 1'9. Existing Agricultural Lease. Lessee recognizes· that
a part of thE? pa·rk lease a_rea is presently being l~ased· by L~ssor ·
for·agricultural purpos~s. Lessee ·agrees that'Lessor may continue . . ~--.· . . ·. . . . tci'' lea·se this area for agricultural pur-pos~s and. will not require -• _'#' '. . . .
the cancellation until Lessee• s plans to develop the leased. premis.es_
for its intended park use are ready to be implemented. · Prior. to
.;._
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION.OF HUB PARK SITE
-CITY OF CARLSBAD
· That portion of' Lots "F" ?-nd. 1:H11 or . Rancho Agu~
Hedionda, in-the 0-ity of" Car;t.sbad, County of'· Sari Diego, _
State o:f Californ,ia, according to Partition Nap thereor· No •
. 823, filed in the office or the County Recorqer qf' said
County, November 1~, 1896",; described_ as follows:
Beginning at the cor~er oommon to Lots 11F11 , "H"
and "I1'. of said Rancho Agua Hedionda_; them:e along· t;he ·
· Northerly line of said tot 11FII South 86° 52 • Olt-11 East
(record· South 87° 23 1 21' 11 East per Record. of Survey No.
7938),.1456.25 .feet; therice leaving said li11e South 22°
501 . Q.lj" West·, 1273. 28 :feet-to the beginning of· a 9-49. 00
:foot radius tangent curve concave Northwesterly_; thenae . .
Southwesterly along the arc of' said curve through a ·central
angle of' 18° ·39' 4011 , a· distance o'f' 309. 00 feet; ·_thence·
non-tangent North 84° 521 43 11 West., 2517.07 :feet; thence
North 27° 23r 43 11 West, 392.39 reet; thence North B~~-
52' · ~3 11 West, 453.19 feet; then.ce-1forth 07° 51'· 113 11 · West;
259.19 feet; thence North 89° 26 1 0511 West., ~o.lJ.67 feet;.
thence North 16° 211 1 3an West, 4110 feet more or less to the
mean-high .tide line of''Agua Hedionda i.wper Lagoon; thence.
Southea~terly, Northeasterly and Northwesterly along said
mean high tide line to the Northeasterly line of said Lot
11H"; thence along said line s·~uth 611° 011 4111 East; 275
feet more or less to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
DESCRIPTION
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PROPOSAL FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND TRAIL PROJECT ON HUB PARK/PROPOSITION O OPEN SPACE
LANDS
I. INTRODUCTION AND CONTEXT
This is a citizen group prepared proposal for the city to construct a public trail project on the Hub
Park/Proposition D Open Space lands located south of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon.
In 1975, the city entered into a lease agreement with San Diego Gas and Electric Company ("Hub Park
Lease") that granted the city the legal right to use a portion of the company's land located south of the
Agua Hedionda Lagoon for public park and recreational uses. The Hub Park lease consists of 91 acres
and was granted as a condition for the city approving a Specific Plan which allowed the expansion of
operations at the Encina Power Plant. The lease would allow public access to and the construction of a
trail project. The trail project described in this proposal would be located on the Hub Park Lease area.
Proposition D was approved by Carlsbad voters in 2006 and placed a permanent open space designation
on approximately 1S5 acres of land south of Agua Hedionda Lagoon and north of Cannon Road, The Hub
Park Lease area is part the Proposition D open space land. The Proposition stated, in part, that the
purpose was "to allow public use, access and community gathering places to occur in the area". The
Permitted Use Section of the Proposition specifically lists public trails as a permitted use. Therefore, the
public trail project described in this proposal is consistent with Proposition D.
Proposition C was approved by Carlsbad voters in 2002 and provided the city with authorization to
spend more than $1 million on several projects including open space and trails. In the city's 2012-13
Budget, the City Council transferred $5 million of the Proposition C funds to a line specific item for open
space and trails. Therefore, funds are available to construct the trail project described in this proposal
and the voters have already given authorization to use the funds for this type of project.
The trail project is also consistent with the city's existing Citywide Trail Plan. That plan shows a future
trail in the same general location as the trail shown in this proposal. The trail project Is also consistent
with the standards and guidelines contained in the "Citywide Trails Report" previously prepared by the
city. An important feature of the project is that it has been planned in a manner that allows viable
connections/linkage to other existing and future trails as shown in the Citywide Trail Plan and as further
described in detail in the Project Description section of this proposal. As such, this project could be
viewed as Phase 1 of a larger, future trail project(s) that would provide public access to the entire south
shore of Agua Hedionda Lagoon as well as other areas of the city.
There was community disagreement recently over a development project located adjacent to the Hub
Park/Proposition D Open Space lands (Measure A). Citizens on both sides of this issue were in
agreement, however, in their desire to have public access and trails on the open space lands. The vision
of this proposal for the construction of a trail project on Hub Park is to take a major step in unifying the
community.· ·
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II. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF TRAIL PROJECT
Except for an entrance off Cannon Road, the proposed trail project would be located entirely on the
city's Hub Park Lease area and is shown on Attachment 1 to this proposal (Proposed Trail Plan). It would
be approximately one mile in length, 8 feet wide, unpaved and available for both hiking and biking users.
The trail would be located outside of and setback from the City's Habitat Management Plan preserve
boundaries and split-rail fencing is proposed along the edge of the trail closest to the preserve. Access to
the trail project would be provided by an entrance off Cannon Road at the existing, signalized
intersection of Cannon Road and Grand Pacific Drive. A small, unpaved parking area could be provided
next to the entrance. Some grading of the existing slope located on the north side of Cannon Road
would be required. Additional trail amenities being proposed include three picnic areas with tables,
benches and shade structures and two vista points with benches. The location of these trail amenities
are also shown on Attachment 1. With these amenities, the trail project will not only provide for
recreational use but for community gathering spaces for social interaction. The vista points will provide
for spectacular views of the lagoon. ·
The trail project has been planned to allow for connections/linkage to existing and future trails as shown
on the Citywide Trail Plan. These trail linkage points are shown on Attachment 2 to this proposal (Trail
linkage Map). These trail linkage points include: 1) a westerly connection to remaining open space on
the south shore of Agua Hedfonda Lagoon; 2)a southerly connection to the previously constructed
under-crossings at Cannon Road and Armada Drive which would provide a continuous trail linkage to the
existing trails near Lego Land, on the Municipal Golf Course and on Veterans Memorial Park; 3) a possible
easterly connection to the Agua Hedfonda Lagoon Foundation -Discovery Center; and 4) a potential,
northerly connection which could provide public, pedestrian access to the existing, sand beaches
located along the south shore of Agua Hedionda lagoon.
Ill. COST ESTIMATES FOR TRAIL PROJECT
The cost estimates for the construction of the Hub Park Trail Project utilized the "Citywide Trails Report"
previously prepared by the city (adjusted for rate of inflation), citizen research and input from
construction professionals. Because the Hub Park Lease area has been farmed in the past, the estimate
also provides for soil testing. The estimates are as follows:
Trail Construction (clearing, grubbing, grading)-$207,000
Trail Amenities (3 picnic tables,3 .sun shade structures, 4 vista sitting benches, 5 trash
receptacles with dog-waste bag dispensers-$57,800
Split-Rail Fencing (adjacent to entire HMP preserve boundarles)-$120,000
Storm Water Runoff Prevention Measures and Erosion Control-$30,000
Soil Testing-$10,000
Total Project Cost Estimate-$424,800
IV. REQUESTED CITY COUNCIL ACTION
It is requested that the City Council indicate its support for the Hub Park Trail Project as presented in this
proposal and refer it to staff to determine the appropriate and applicable procedures for processing the
project including environmental review and the opportunity for maximum public input and review.
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V. ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1. Hub Park Proposed Trail Plan
Attachment 2. Hub Park Trail Linkage Map
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June 21, 2016 Carlsbad City Council Regular Meeting Page 2
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Blackburn, Assistant Manager Barberio
explained that although facilitating the construction of trails in the Hub Park area would
increase access to open space, there are other considerations such as preserving agricultural
and environmental resources in that area. He further explained that the City already has a
Habitat Management Plan in place that has been approved by the California Coastal
Commission.
Council Member Blackburn confirmed with Administrative Services Director Chuck McBride
that the City has set aside approximately $5 million for open space improvements. Of the $5
million, approximately $3.7 million is available at this time.
Mayor Pro Tern Wood confirmed with staff that there are archeological artifacts in the Hub
Park area.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Schumacher, Manager Barberio explained
that the City's lease on the Hub Park property runs through the year 2035.
Carlsbad residents Vicky Syage and De'Ann Weimer presented a PowerPoint presentation (on
file in the Office of the City Clerk) encouraging the Council to move forward with developing
public access trails on the Hub Park property.
Carlsbad resident Arnie Cohen presented a PowerPoint presentation (on file in the Office of
the City Clerk) encouraging Council to consider all the costs and complications with
implementing a trail system within Hub Park property area.
Speakers in favor of moving forward with a trail system within the Hub Park area: Elizabeth
Banks; Hope Nelson; Carl Pope; Larry Posner; Laurie Boone; Diane Nygaard.
Speakers with a neutral position regarding staff's recommendation: Fred Briggs; Kerry
Siekmann.
Mayor Hall declared a recess at 10:37 a.m. Council returned to the dais at 10:44 a.m.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Blackburn, City Manager Kevin Crawford
explained that if the Council were to move forward with developing the trail plan at Hub Park
at this time, staff would need to remove some work from the current work plan due to
capacity issues.
Mayor Pro Tern Wood asked staff if there are specific ADA requirements that must be
followed when constructing trails.
Park Planning Manager Liz Ketabian explained that there are requirements that staff follows;
however, variances are permitted at times.
In response to Council Member Blackburn, City Manager Crawford explained that it would be
possible to go ahead and assemble a Citizens Advisory Committee if that is what the Council
desires.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT CHARTER FISCAL YEAR 2019-20
PROJECT INFORMATION I PROJECT SCORE I 82
IXI New Project Project Number New I Council District Number(s) Check all that apply: ~ 1 ~ 2 ~ 3 ~ 4
Project Name South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail -Trails Master Plan Segment 7-C
Asset-Managing Dept/Div Parks & Recreation I AMO Contact Name· I Kasia Trojanowska
Sponsoring Department Not Applicable I Sponsoring Dept. Contact Name In/a
Location South Shore of the lagoon from new I-5 bridge, through Hub Park Lease property to underpass at Cannon Rd.
Project Description The proposed eight-foot wide recreational trail will lead from a new I-5 bridge crossing to the bluff top within the Hub Park Lease
property overlooking the lagoon. It will loop around the Strawberry Fields and open space, providing connection to the south side of
Cannon Road through existing underpasses [Attachment A]. The proposed trail must undergo project level environmental (CEQA)
review in conjunction with the development phase to determine the final alignment of the trail. Coordination with the resource
agencies (i.e., CA Coastal Commission, CA Department offish & Wildlife, and US Department offish and Wildlife, San Diego
Regional Water Quality Control Board, et. al.) will be required. Easements related to the trail development will be subject to review
and approval by SDG&E, which may grant ingress/egress from Cannon Rd. to the Hub Park Lease property through existing utility
constraints [Attachment B]. Improvement costs include environmental review, permitting, design and construction of the project.
The trail program includes decomposed granite surface, trail edging and basic trailhead amenities, such as trail identification and
regulation signs, dog stations and recycling/trash receptacles.
)"9.\a! f r~ojec,t Budget ... $674,500 I Budget Requested (FY) I $674,soo
D Cost Estimate Attached I Funding Source(s) I Prop C
JUSTIFICATION □ No change from prior year
D Change in Cost Explain: Provide reason for change
□ Change in Scope Explain: Provide reason for change
□ Change in Schedule Explain: Provide reason for change
Compliance with (check all that apply)
~ Growth Management Plan ~ General Plan D Council Goal
IXI Master Plan: IXI Report/Study: D Other:
Trails Master Plan 2019 Community Vision Core Values Cite reference document
REGULATORY
~ CEQA Review □ CAP Review
~ City-issued Permit ~ Agency-issued Permit ~ Coastal Commission Review
□ Negative Declaration IXI Mitigated Negative Declaration □ Environmental Impact Report □ Exemption
PROJECT SCORING
Factors Possible Points Score
Risk to Health, Safety and Environment and Regulatory or Mandated Requirements {Improves overall reHability of the 35 30
capital asset and infrastructure system, complies with approved master plan, mandated by GMP)
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT CHARTER FISCAL YEAR 2019-20
Community Values (The project contributes toward economic development and revitalization efforts, improves the health 25 25
of the community and natural environment through sustainable designs, Open Space and the Natural Environment, Access
to Recreation and Active, Healthy Lifestyle, High Quality Community Services)
Asset Condition, Annual Recurring Costs and Asset Longevity (Existing conditions and capacity are deficient, increases 20 20
longevity of the capital asset or extends useful life of the asset in the long-term)
Multiple category benefit and bundling opportunities (unknown) 10 0
Project Readiness (in the planning phase) 5 2
Funding Availability (funded through planning and design phase) 5 5
Total 100 82
P::,o,:, 7 nf 7
September 17, 2019 Item #9 Page 38 of 41
Hub Park Lease and CIP for South
Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail
September 17, 2019
Kyle Lancaster, Parks & Recreation Director
Kasia Trojanowska, Parks Planning Manager
Recommended Action
•Adopt a Resolution
–Adding a Capital Improvement Program Project for
Trail Segment 7C –South Shore Agua Hedionda
Lagoon Trail and appropriating $674,500 from the
General Capital Construction Fund
Summary
June 18, 2019, during Agenda Item No.5 -Fiscal Year
2019-20 Operating and Capital Improvement Program
Budgets, City Council approved a Minute Motion:
“…that a report be completed to add Agua Hedionda
Trail as a Capital Improvement Project”
Background
•June 21, 2016 –Staff presented a report to the City
Council on the Hub Park Lease property, which is on
the south shore of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon
Opportunities for future trail connectivity
Significant constraints and challenges to address
Exhibit 2 -Hub Park Lease Area c::::J Hub Park Lease Area 1,000 500 1,000 Feet
Lease History
•Lease is result of activities initiated by SDG&E (owner)
Encina power plant-related development
Proposed development of an oil refinery
•City entered into the lease agreement in 1975
Lease Provisions
•60-year initial term of lease, to 2035
–Four extensions for total of 39 years, to 2074
•$14,000 annual rent required
–Upon plan adoption and permits obtained
•Prior to city initiating site work, a one-year notice is
to given to allow the agricultural lease termination
Opportunities•96 acres of open space
•South shore lagoon location and views to ocean
•Consistent with the Carlsbad Community Vision
•Consistent with Open Space & Conservation Mgmt. Plan
•Prop C –Open Space and Trails Funding available
•A trail is identified in Carlsbad Trails Master Plan
•Potential trail connections (to West, East and South)
Constraints & Challenges
•Property deed restrictions over a majority of the property
–CA Coastal Commission, plus habitat hardline = ~62 acres
–Utility easements/power line corridor = ~41 acres
•Land use/zoning policies, regulations and permits
–General Plan, Local Coastal Program, Coastal Dev. Permit
–Proposition D Implementation and Habitat Management
Constraints & Challenges
•Environmental considerations
–Pesticides, biological impacts, cultural and archeological
resources, storm water/drainage/grading
•Physical consideration of steep topography
•Legal and lease considerations
–Existing use of land, tenant provisions and other terms
Exhibit 3 -Hub Park Lease Area Constraints c::J Open Space Deed Restriction
CZJ Utility Easement/ Powerline Corridor
1,000 500 1,000 Feet
CIP Project
•8-foot wide recreational trail
•From a new I-5 bridge to the Hub Park Lease
•Loop around the Strawberry Fields and open space
•Connection to the south side of Cannon Road
•Decomposed granite trail surface
•Signs, dog stations and recycling/trash receptacles
Carbbad
State
Beach
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Exhibit 3 -Hub Park Lease Area Constraints
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Feet
CIP ProjectTrail Alignment Phase:
•Design development for the Trail
•Project level environmental (CEQA) review
Permitting Phase:
•CA Coastal Commission/Department of Fish & Wildlife
•San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board
CIP Project
Easement Agreement with SDG&E:
•Proposed trail requires access from SDG&E
•Trail proposal will be reviewed and approved by
the California Public Utilities Commission through
the 851 Application Process
•Process may take from 6 to 24 months
CIP Project
Project cost estimated at $674,500 and includes:
•Design development
•Environmental review
•Permitting
•Construction
Next Steps
•Pursue discussions with SDG&E to obtain
easements from/to Cannon Road
•Complete a procurement process for design firm
for the South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail
•Initiate public engagement in accordance with
City Council Policy Statement No. 84
Recommended Action
•Adopt a Resolution
–Adding a Capital Improvement Program Project for
Trail Segment 7C –South Shore Agua Hedionda
Lagoon Trail and appropriating $674,500 from the
General Capital Construction Fund
Questions?