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Harupa Road Grade Separation Project on Schedule for Late 2027 Completion; Traffic Signal Visibility Concerns Addressed
John Ashlock, Construction Division Manager for the County of Riverside Transportation Department, provided an update on the Harupa Road grade separation project. Significant progress has been made, including pouring foundations and abutment walls for the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) bridge, with the bent cap poured recently. Work at Van Buren Boulevard and Rutile Street is complete, as is the Harupa Road and Pedley intersection, with minor signal head adjustments pending. Girders for the UPRR bridge are being delivered, and Stage 1 of the bridge construction is expected to be completed by fall. Following track relocation by year-end, Stage 2 of the Van Buren Bridge and UPRR Bridge construction will begin in early 2027, with the full opening of Harupa Road beneath the tracks anticipated by late 2027. A social media campaign is underway to provide project updates and highlight local businesses. The department continues regular business outreach and stakeholder coordination. Council members raised questions about traffic signal visibility and the "no-right-turn-on-red" signage at the Harupa and Pedley intersection, requesting analysis and potential adjustments. The council also discussed the possibility of extending financial contributions to businesses impacted by project delays. [cite: 338-564]
City Approves First SB 9 Urban Lot Split Parcel Map
The council considered a parcel map (38824) for an urban lot split under SB 9, marking the first such application reviewed by the city. The map subdivides two existing lots, each with a home, into two separate parcels, with the property line not bisecting any structures. This split is an administrative approval, and the council's role is to approve the final parcel map, having no discretion to alter it if it conforms to the tentative map. The action is a prerequisite for potential future applications for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). Public comments highlighted the state's role in SB 9 and ADU laws, the rarity of SB 9 applications (this being the first fully processed one), and a potential consequence: properties split below a certain size may no longer qualify for animal-keeping ordinances (e.g., horses). The council approved the parcel map with one opposing vote.
City Moves to Place Delinquent Solid Waste Charges on Property Tax Rolls
The City Council addressed delinquent solid waste collection accounts for the 2025 calendar year, with 967 accounts currently delinquent. The proposed resolution authorizes the city to place unpaid solid waste charges on the Riverside County property tax roll as special assessments, a process allowed by the city's franchise agreement with Burtech and the Municipal Code. Property owners were notified multiple times about their outstanding balances and the potential for placement on the tax roll. Burtech representatives confirmed that property owners can continue making payments until July 22nd, before accounts are submitted to the county. The term "lien" was clarified to mean an assessment added to the property tax bill, not a transfer of property ownership. Public speakers raised concerns about the clarity of notices regarding delinquent payments and the potential for confusion between a rate increase notice and a delinquency notice. A suggestion was made to consider monthly billing for solid waste services instead of quarterly to reduce delinquency rates.
City Approves Formation of Community Facilities Districts for 'The Farm' Development
The council reviewed and adopted documents related to the formation of Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) for 'The Farm' development (formerly Vernola Ranch). This includes two CFDs: one for city facilities (estimated $2.5 million bond) and another for developer reimbursements (estimated $30-40 million, with an $85 million authorization). The CFDs will fund landscape maintenance, public safety services (fire, law enforcement), and public facilities like the Westside Fire Station and potential City Hall improvements. These were agreed upon in prior development agreements. Concerns were raised about the large bond authorization ($185 million combined), the lengthy repayment period (up to 50 years), and the potential tax burden on future residents, despite arguments that developers pass costs on regardless of how infrastructure is funded. The council requested further analysis on monthly impact, a clear allocation of funds, and specifics on reimbursable costs. The formation of the citywide CFD is a new step for public facilities, separate from the developer's CFD. The council ultimately approved the formation process.
City Council Tables Proposed Zoning and Noise Ordinance Amendments for Further Review and Public Input
The City Council discussed proposed amendments to zoning code and noise regulations (ZCA 26003) aimed at clarifying temporary event permitting, updating noise standards, and establishing operational standards. The proposed changes include tiered event classifications (small, medium, large), exemptions for low-impact private and charitable events, and streamlined review processes. The noise ordinance would maintain existing decibel levels but allow flexibility for extended hours until 11 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, and city-recognized holidays, with specific criteria for enforcement and citations. Concerns were raised by council members and the public regarding enforceability, potential impact on residents, and clarity of language, particularly concerning the distinction between private and commercial events, and the calculation of decibel levels. The City Council voted to table the item to allow for further community engagement, clarification from law enforcement, and refinement of the ordinance language, ensuring it is easily understood and enforceable. [cite: 1342-1549]
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