COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
2014-15 Update
Covers Period of September 1, 2014-August 30, 2015
SUBMITTED TO
U.S. Department of Commerce
Economic Development Administration
By
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Board of Supervisors
SUMMARY UPDATE – 2014-2015
The County of San Bernardino is the nation’s largest county with over 20,000 square miles of land. It
has the fifth-largest population in California with 42 areas of population concentration, 24 of which
are cities and towns and 18 are census designated places. Over the last year, the County’s population
has grown from 2,056,915 to 2,112,619. The County’s rate of population growth over the last four
years from 2010 - 2014 was 5.3% - 1% higher than the State’s growth rate for the same period. The
population is expected to reach approximately 2.75 million by 2035.
San Bernardino County is fortunate to have a wealth of assets and resources that make it desirable for
business growth and attraction. Like most areas, the County struggled during the Great Recession.
However, it is turning around and holds great promise as an area of economic prosperity within
Southern California and the State.
There are three major economic regions in the County, each with its own regional factors and assets
which affect the economy including geography, proximity to markets, public and communications
infrastructure and resources. The County is rich in natural resources including wide open spaces,
mountains, deserts, rivers, springs and lakes, mineral deposits, diversity in population, rich cultural
heritages and historic landmarks. The federal government controls roughly 20% of land, primarily in
the mountain and desert areas of the County.
The employment recovery in the County has begun to hit its stride, adding back jobs at a pace
exceeded only by the flourishing tech hubs in San Francisco and Santa Clara. The County’s
unemployment rate as of April 2015 was 6.1%, in line with the state of California, however, remains
higher than the nation’s 5.1% for the same period of time.
The economy is showing positive signs of recovery in the County. The per capita income grew by
9.6% from 2009 to 2013 to $32,747 and the median home price increased by 11% as of February
2015 reaching $250,000 compared to $225,000 one year earlier.
Trade volume at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach has surged to near-record levels. San
Bernardino County continues to be a strategic link in the global supply chain — an interior extension
of the ports, and a hub for goods traveling by truck and rail throughout California and the United
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States. Working collaboratively with regional partners to expand exports and increase the efficiencies
continues to be a priority for the County.
Today, the County continues to be guided by the Countywide Vision which emphasizes enhancement
of the quality of life for its residents. This CEDS Update presents status reports on current projects
and introduces new projects which are all for the purpose of achieving this Vision.
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County of San Bernardino
Map of County by Economic Regions
(High Desert; West Valley; and , East Valley Regions)
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BACKGROUND
The County of San Bernardino has evaluated the progress of each project against jobs creation and
investment attraction measures and is being provided in this Update. The CEDS Action Plan
focused on strengthening locally-based industries as a strategy to create employment opportunities
in sustainable growth industries and attract private investments to local businesses and ventures.
The following five Strategic Priorities as outlined in the CEDS reflect this strategy:
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Strategic Priority #1:
Strengthen the County’s industrial base.
Strategic Priority #2:
Support educational and training institutions in preparing a welleducated and skilled workforce.
Strategic Priority #3:
Facilitate innovations in product development and enterprises.
Strategic Priority #4:
Provide for the creation and retention of jobs.
Strategic Priority #5:
Support activities that improve residents’ quality of life.
These Strategic Priorities guided the County efforts at providing and/or facilitating the provision of
resources for the development of projects, creation of jobs and attraction of investments.
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NEW PROJECTS - 2015 UPDATE
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT(S)
1.
PHASE II RIVERSIDE I-10 OVERPASS – RIALTO
Estimated total project cost: $35 million
Project Description
Reconstruction/widening of the existing railroad bridge south of existing Riverside I -10 freeway
interchange. The existing bridge structure is functionally and structurally obsolete. The bridge
structure must be reconstructed/widened to accommodate the existing and projected number of
vehicle (truck) trips to service the Agua Mansa Industrial Corridor, which is located to the south of
the Riverside I-10 interchange.
2.
IBM ADVANCED TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS ANALYTICS CENTER –
RIALTO
Estimated total project cost: $5 million
Project Description
Development of a regional analytics center focused upon advanced transportation and logistics. In
partnership with IBM, regional transportation and planning agencies, and various education
providers in the region, the City of Rialto would develop an Advanced Analytics Center that would
track and coordinate shipments of good and trucking from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
into and out of the “Inland Ports” located in the Inland Empire regions.
The Advanced
Transportation and Logistics Analytics Center will provide real time routing and time of use data to
help optimize existing transportation infrastructure and implement congestion management pricing
(vehicle miles traveled) for logistics and trucking industries.
3.
EASTON AVENUE EXTENSION PROJECT – RIALTO
Estimated total project cost: $15 million
Project Description
Construction of Easton Avenue easterly from its existing terminus located next to Frisbee Park to
the recently constructed Pepper Avenue Extension. SANBAG and Caltrans will commence
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construction of on and off ramps off the 210 Freeway at Pepper Avenue in 2016. The City is
currently preparing a Specific Plan for this portion of the City. Given the location and access to the
freeway, this area will be designated for commercial and retail activities. The extension of Easton
Avenue to Pepper Avenue will provide additional access from existing residential areas to support
proposed retail and commercial developments along Pepper Avenue at the 210 freeway.
4. IMPROVEMENTS TO ALDER/ I-210 INTERCHANGE PROJECT – RIALTO
Estimated total project cost: $5 million - $45million
Project Description
Design and construction of various improvements to the Alder Avenue/ I-210 Freeway interchange
necessary to mitigate increased traffic due to redevelopment of the Rialto Airport and surrounding
area. Interim improvements will include minor widening of intersections, roadways, ramps, and
striping improvements to increase capacity. Ultimate improvements will require the widening of
the bridge structure to accommodate build out of the Rialto Airport and surrounding properties
into a regional transportation and logistics center.
5. FREEWAY OVERPASS ABUTTMENTS TO I-10/RIVERSIDE BRIDGE PROJECT –
RIALTO
Estimated total project cost: $10 million
Project Description
Construction and widening of I-10 Riverside freeway overpass structure abutments to
accommodate proposed widening of the I-10 freeway corridor to accommodate High-Occupancy
Vehicle (HOV)/High-Occupancy Toll (HOT) lanes. The existing bridge structure (abutments) must
to modified and widened to accommodate the proposed widening of the I-10 Freeway.
6. MAIN STREET AND US HIGHWAY 395 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS - HESPERIA
Project Description
Construction of sewer lines and a lift station from Mesa Linda along Main Street and past US
Highway 395. At this time, the closest sewer line is at Main Street and Mesa Linda east of the Oro
Grande Wash. In order to get under the Wash with a sewer line, a lift station will be required.
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This should allow the 395 and Main Street Corridor in Hesperia, with several hundreds of acres
zoned as a Commercial Industrial Business Park, to develop with industrial and manufacturing uses,
creating hundreds of jobs for the High Desert region.
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2014 CEDS UPDATE PROJECTS - 2015 UPDATE
HEALTHCARE /INNOVATION PROJECT(S)
1. LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SAN BERNARDINO CAMPUS AND
GATEWAY INITIATIVE: AN INNOVATIVE JOB TRAINING P ATH TOWARDS ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT , EMPLOYMENT, AND ENTREPRENEURIAL OPPORTUNITIES IN THE CITY
OF SAN B ERNARDINO , CA- LLUH/SACHS GATEWAY COLLEGE P ROGRAM
Project Description
An innovative approach for training young men and women for immediately employable jobs in
healthcare, the fastest growing sector of the economy, and within a job market that Loma Linda
University Medical Center, the SAC Health System, the Loma Linda University Children’s
Hospital, The LLU Heart & Surgical Center, East Campus, LLU Murrieta, hundreds of physician
and dental groups affiliated with LLUH, and community health care partners can assure job
possibilities for those who successfully complete training programs at the Gateway San Bernardino
Campus.
A 2012 report on the Inland Empire stated that health care employs more than 115,000 individuals.
The healthcare sector is projected to grow by 14 percent by 2016, adding 16,600 jobs. By 2015, the
Inland Empire’s population is projected to grow to 5.2 million from 4.7 million , resulting in higher
demand for healthcare workers. Specific training beneficiaries listed below.
Loma Linda University Health has begun the development of a 150, 000 square foot building which
will house a Federally-Qualified Health Care Center Look Alike program (SAC Health System) as
well as an innovative, collaborative, health care career pipeline program called the Gateway College
in the downtown region of the city of San Bernardino. In partnership with San Bernardino City
Unified School District, San Bernardino City Adult School, the San Bernardino Community College
District, Loma Linda University Health and other community-based organizations, the Gateway
Initiative will provide training and education to local residents in entry -level health care professions
resulting in portable, industry-recognized certifications. Through the SAC Health System Federally
Qualified Health Center Look Alike clinic, participants will receive valuable clinical training,
preparing for them for entry into the high-growth, in demand field of health care.
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The Gateway College Initiative includes primary health care job training programs which will lead
to professional allied health care certificates and well-paying jobs in the fastest growing sector of
the economy – health care – in a region where LLUH, its affiliated hospitals and clinics employ the
most individuals in the region. In addition, training associated with entrepreneurship including
aspects of small business development will be provided. The training programs will open up
opportunities to pursue higher paying career and technical education certificates and degrees leading
to such highly skilled jobs as nurses, therapists, medical technicians, and paramedics, as well as
chances to begin entrepreneurial ventures in small business fields such as home health care,
nutrition, therapy, and medical technology.
Project Status
As of June 15, 2014, the project is in construction phase. The completion and opening is anticipated
on May, 2016. The approximate cost of the project is $68 million for the building and $25 million
for programming.
2. HUB CITY CENTRE HEALTH CARE INNOVATION CENTER, COLTON
Project Description
Planning, construction and ongoing management of an innovation/incubation center in conjunction
with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. The purpose of the Hub City Centre Health Care
Innovation Center (Center) is to provide office space for the research and development of medical
devices and to create programs to advance public health initiatives and educational programs. The
Center would also be used to create programs to fill critical healthcare staffing needs resulting from
the influx of patients due to implementation of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of
2010 (Affordable Care Act). It is expected that the jobs created would be high wage, highly skilled
jobs.
Project Status
In February 2015, California University of Science and Medicine (Cal Med) entered into a Purchase
and Sale Agreement to acquire an approx. 22 acre site owned by the former Colton RDA. The site is
located at the northeast corner of West Valley Blvd and Meridian Ave., east of Arrowhead Regional
Medical Center. Cal Med proposes to develop a Medical School and other ancillary facilities along
with retail and dormitories. Cal Med has received a commitment from Prime Healthcare Service
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Foundation in the amount of $40 million to finance the project’s first phase of 100,000 sq. ft.
Construction to start in December 2015/January 2016.
3. CITY OF YUCAIPA BUSINESS INCUBATOR
Project Description
The City of Yucaipa seeks to develop a business incubator to support local and regional
entrepreneurs. Its purpose will be to help entrepreneurs through start up assistance at the City’s
previous Police Station site.
Regional partnerships with universities, business development
programs, the workforce investment board, government entities, utilities and others are a key
component of the strategy. The business incubator will serve as a supplemental driver in increasing
our economic base and a tool in building a sustainable and innovative workforce.
Project Status
No update was available. The project will be monitored and reported on in 2016.
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BUSINESS EXPANSION PROJECT(S)
NEW HANGAR CONSTRUCTION – THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LOGISTICS
AIRPORT (SCLA), VICTORVILLE
Project Description
Since closure of the George Air Force Base (GAFB) in 1992, SCLA has been master planned to
serve as a fully dedicated business and industrial park, designed to integrate logistics,
manufacturing, aerospace and rail related companies. To date, SCLA is home to global companies
that include Dr. Pepper Snapple, GE Aviation, United Furniture Industries and M&M/Mars, to name
a few.
Since 2003, SCLA has experienced an increased demand in airport infrastructure which includes
two runways, long enough to land the largest of commercial aircraft flying today. In October of
2013, Boeing established formal presence at SCLA by occupying one of SCLA’s largest aircraft
hangars so that it could conduct maintenance, repair and delivery services. At SCLA, Boeing also
contracts directly with major tenants that include Pacific Aerospace Resources & Technology and
Leading Edge Aviation Services for additional services which includes aircraft painting and aircraft
modifications. Resulting from these activities, SCLA has become a part of the global supply of
Boeing Aircraft as its newly assembled aircraft routinely get serviced at SCLA before being
delivered to its customer airline.
The increased demand for services has caused all of SCLA’s hangar faciliti es to be fully occupied.
Accordingly, SCLA tenants now require additional hangar space if they are going to continue to
provide services to their non-Boeing aerospace customers.
Three sites have been identified (potentially serving three different active t enants) at SCLA where
such hangar construction can occur, all of which require the demolition of dilapidated remnant
military facilities and the relocation and construction of public utilities. All of the hangar facilities
can range in size, accommodating narrow and wide-body aircraft, up to 100,000 square feet. Hangar
construction at SCLA has proven to create vitally needed employment opportunities resulting from
the GAFB closure and provide for competitiveness in the aerospace industry.
Project Status
No update was available. The project will be monitored and reported on in 2016.
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INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT(S)
1. 3-5 COMPREHENSIVE STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS, COLTON
Project Description
The project is an interim phase of a multi-phase project to alleviate flooding north of I-10 by
connecting the existing 108” diameter storm drain along Valley Boulevard to the existing drainage
facility along Rancho Avenue and “O” Street, allowing the development of Colton’s Hub City
Centre Specific Plan Area consisting of approximately 250 acres. Other phases of immediate need
would complete the 3-5 storm drainage system under the I-10 Freeway. The project would include
the preparation of plans, specifications, and engineering and construction management. The
“Anchor” of the Hub Centre Specific Plan Area is Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC),
which, when infrastructure is in place, is expected to draw medical office and retail uses, along with
housing within walking distance of ARMC.
Project Status
New development is presently underway with the rehab of the former Moss Bros dealership into
County Offices and Car Quest retail auto parts outlet. New development will occur in the 2015 -2016
Fiscal Year. Without funding for the 3-5 storm drain, no progress has been made for the necessary
drainage infrastructure improvement to serve the Hub City Centre area. Many new projects will
have to build on-site retention basins.
2. PEPPER AVENUE ROAD EXTENSION PROJECT, COLTON
Project Description
A right-of-way acquisition and construction of street, curb, gutters, and affiliated improvements to
connect Pepper Avenue from Interstate 10 south to Agua Mansa Road, to allow for the area to
develop with industrial and manufacturing uses, creating hundreds of jobs.
Project Status
The widening of Pepper Avenue on- and off-ramps is currently funded by SANBAG with
construction to start in late 2015 or early 2016. No funding has been identified to extend Pepper
Avenue south to Agua Mansa Road.
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3. PELLISSIER RANCH SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, COLTON
Project Description
The construction of a new sewer treatment facility and sewer lines in the Pellissier Ranch Area to
allow development with industrial and manufacturing uses, creating hundreds of jobs.
Project Status
Plans have been developed and a new sewer line has been installed; however, funding for a new
sewer treatment facility is needed.
4. AGUA MANSA ROAD WIDENING PHASE III, COLTON
Project Description
Road widening on Agua Mansa Road over the Rialto Channel. The project would include design,
engineering and construction of a 4-lane road with a fourteen foot median and replacement of the 2lane existing bridge. The planned upgrade of the Pepper Avenue I-10 Interchange will increase
traffic on Agua Mansa Road. Planned industrial uses along Agua Mansa Road will inc rease truck
traffic. Widening the road to accommodate truck traffic will attract industrial, job -creating uses to
the area.
Project Status
Pepper Avenue at the I-10 interchange is planned for construction in late 2015 or early 2016, which
upon completion will increase traffic on Agua Mansa Road. Funding for the widening of Agua
Mansa Road is needed.
5. MOUNT VERNON BRIDGE WIDENING, COLTON
Project Description
The Mount Vernon Bridge is the only crossing over of the Union Pacific Railroad line for
significant distances in either direction, hampering the growth of industry and marketability of retail
south of the I-10 Freeway in Colton. With a single lane in either direction or no safe pedestrian
walkway, widening is needed. The project would include feasibility, design, engineering, permits
and construction of a 4-lane bridge with adequate pedestrian and possible bike lanes.
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Project Status
No progress has been on the Mount Vernon Bridge due to lack of funding.
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2013 CEDS UPDATE PROJECTS - 2015 UPDATE
HEALTHCARE /INNOVATION PROJECT(S)
ACADEMY OF NURSING EXCELLENCE, HESPERIA
Project Description
The City proposes to initiate and facilitate the development and accommodation of an educational
facility expansion to supplement the Associate Degree Nursing program currently available at
Victor Valley College.
The proposed Academy of Nursing Excellence will equip nursing graduates for an entry-level career
in many diverse fields of nursing. This program enables students to take the NCLEX exam in order
to become a licensed registered nurse.
The program will prepare those who wish to attain a
Bachelor of Science nursing degree and pursue a higher level of educational attainment to become a
nurse practitioner.
The VVC program is greatly respected and this project would expand their reach and tackles the
very real problem of workforce development in the High Desert region of San Bernardino County.
This project will greatly enhance the pool of qualified workers to provide nursing services in this
underserved region. The skill and knowledge of the healthcare workforce are crucial for the
advancement of the healthcare sector in the region. Additionally, with 18% of San Bernardino
County residents living below the poverty level, and with the Inland Empire region having som e of
the lowest educational attainment rates in California, this program has the added advantage of
helping alleviate poverty, and increasing the percentage of the region’s population holding some
level of college degree.
Project Status
Funding has yet to be secured to move this project forward.
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BUSINESS EXPANSION PROJECT(S)
INDUSTRY CLUSTER SUPPORT CENTERS
Project Description
The County is collaborating with local Universities of California State San Bernardino and
University of California Riverside to develop Industry Cluster Support Centers that focus on
providing technical assistance and guidance as well as filling other strategic roles that will
strengthen individual businesses and industry as a whole.
The Support Centers will focus specifically on providing guidance in planning, product
development and product commercialization. Workshops will be provided in areas that are
impediments to the growth of industry and businesses including environmental regulations,
financing, business to business collaborations, integrating technological advancements in production
and distribution, and in making effective use of local resources.
Project Status
The County is in the process of gathering data to identify specific industry clusters and potential
growth factors. Through the development of an economic strategy, collaboration with the
universities will continue for specific projects. This may possibly integrate with the proposed City
of Yucaipa Business Incubator upon approval by all parties.
EDUCATION PROJECT(S)
COMMUNITY BASED EDUCATIONAL FACILITY, RIALTO
Project Description
In partnership with the San Bernardino Community College District (SBCCD), the Professional
Development Center (PDC) and other partner organization (e.g. other private and public education job
training providers and social service organizations, the City of Rialto would develop a Community
Education and Training Center (CETC) to be located in the Rialto Civic Center. The CETC would be
centrally located and be linked to transportation services, including existing bus routes and a regional
Metrolink Station. The CETC would also provide patrons with a variety of social support services,
including childcare, career counseling, and job placement.
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The CETC would leverage exiting educational resources and programs through various public and private
education and training providers, including SBCCD, PDC and ROP programs, but deliver them locally.
The CETC would provide a variety of educational programs to service the local population, including
ESL, job skills training, as well as continuing education programs to allow local residents to obtain
necessary job skills and pursue careers consistent with local and regional employment sectors, including
logistics, health care, and construction trades.
Project Status
The City of Rialto has entered into a MOU and Operating Agreement with SBCCD for the development
of an Advanced Technology and Training Center (ATTC) in Rialto. The city has secured use of building
within downtown area for the development of the initial ATTC location. The city is currently seeking
funding for necessary tenant improvements.
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER PROJECT(S)
NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE’S (CORE) - REMOVED
Project Description
The National Community Renaissance’s (CORE) project called the Global Portal for Accelerated
Commercialization of Innovation Utilizing Nanotechnologies (GP-ACI Nano) program will coordinate the
efforts of the workforce-training agencies, employers, laboratories and manufacturing facilities in the
Inland Empire to advance the use of Nanotechnologies in products and manufacturing processes.
The project’s goal is to accelerate the commercialization of products using Nanotechnologies and
advanced manufacturing techniques and processes in California’s Inland Empire. Three key elements to
this project are:
I.
Product Development and Manufacturing
(Keeping and Expanding Production Here)
II.
Accelerated Commercialization
(Driving Company Growth; Qualifying Suppliers)
III.
Training and Retaining Skilled Workforce
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(Ensuring Supplier Access to needed personnel at varying skill levels)
The project will be housed at CORE’s facility at the San Bernardino Community College District Applied Technology Training Center (SBCCD-ATTC).
Project Status
This project was removed in the 2013-14 CEDS Update at the request of National Community
Renaissance. The project did not receive funding.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT(S)
RENAISSANCE
RIALTO
/AIRPORT
REDEVELOPMENT
INFRASTRUCTURE
IMPROVEMENTS
The Renaissance Rialto Project is a master planned development of approximately 1,500 acres of land
adjacent to the SR-210 freeway in Rialto and involved the redevelopment and re-use of the Rialto
Municipal Airport. The area currently lacks major drainage facilities, sanitary sewer lines and other
infrastructure improvements necessary to support the development of a significant portion of the Specific
Plan area. The Renaissance Rialto Specific Plan was adopted in November 2010 and envisions over
1,7000 dwelling units, 1 million square feet of freeway oriented retail and commercial land uses, as well
as over 15 million square feet of light industrial and business parks.
Major infrastructure improvement include the construction of utilities, sewer lines, storm drainage
improvements and roadways necessary to the support redevelopment of Rialto Municipal Airport and
surrounding properties. Essential infrastructure improvements that would support economic development
and the creation of jobs include, but are not limited to:
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Regional Storm Drain Improvements: $60 million (1) Storm drain improvements
necessary to convey drainage from the Rialto Airport Area to Cactus Basins 3, 4, and
5, (2) Improvements to Cactus Basins 3, 4, and 5 to detain storm flows and mitigate
downstream impacts, (3) Master Planned Improvements to the Cactus Channel to
accept and convey storm waters through City to outfall in Santa Ana River.
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UPDATE: The City of Rialto has been working with San Bernardino County Flood
Control to begin making improvements to Cactus Basins. The City has allocated up
to $10 million as partial funding – the County is the lead agency.
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Ayala Street Widening Project: Widen and reconstruct Ayala Drive from two to
three lanes to its full width 100’ right of way from Easton Avenue to Baseline Road.
This project is currently in design and will include the construction of three storm
drain crossings for the master planned storm drainage facilities to convey drainage
from the Rialto Airport Are to the Cactus Basins 3, 4 and 5.
UPDATE: To be removed from the CEDS. The City of Rialto has completed the
design and has approved construction plans. The City will construct the project
within next twelve months without any EDA funding.
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Alder Avenue Street Widening Project: $15 million Widen and reconstruction of
Alder Avenue Drive from two lanes to its full width 100’ right of way from Easton
Avenue/Renaissance Parkway to Baseline Road, approximately 4,800 lineal feet. The
City recently constructed sewer line along Alder to support development along this
corridor. This project would also involve improvements to the traffic signal and
intersection at Baseline Road.
UPDATE: The City of Rialto is currently finalizing the design. The project will be
split into two phases. Construction of phase I will begin in summer 2015. The City
may submit grant application for Phase II construction.
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Miro Way Roadway Extension Project: Construct/ Reconstruct Miro Way from
Ayala Drive to Alder Avenue approximately 6,800 lineal feet including the
construction of storm drain, dry and wet utilities. Miro Way is planned as a major
truck route and will provide access to over 6 million square feet of industrial
facilities.
UPDATE: To be removed from the CEDS. The City of Rialto has completed the
design and has approved construction plans. The City is currently constructing
project without any EDA funding.
Project Status
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The City of Rialto has effectively closed the airport and curtailed all flight operations as of September 19,
2014. The City is currently in the process of demolishing all vertical improvements, removing runways
and taxiways and commencing with remediation efforts.
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2011-12 CEDS PROJECTS - 2015 UPDATE
EDUCATIONAL PROJECT(S)
1. TECHNICAL EMPLOYMENT TRAINING (TET) EXPANSION
Project Description
Technical Employment Training, Inc., (TET) a 501(c) 3 non-profit business and education cooperative
was formed by Kelly Space & Technology, Inc., in partnership with the San Bernardino County
Superintendent of Schools (SBSS) and Regional Occupational Programs (ROP).
TET provides
manufacturing-trades education and hands-on machinist skills training to prepare students for National
Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) credentials.
This Project was for the purpose of attracting financing for tenant improvements on San Bernardino
International Airport-owned property. Expansion into new larger facilities will allow TET to provide
more classrooms, more space for machine equipment and tools, and areas for training in logistics.
Project Status
This project will be removed in the 2014-15 CEDS annual update as per Bill Clarke. The economic
expansion has been restricted due to the airport FAA requirements.
2. SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TECHNICAL TRAINING CENTER (SBCTTC)
Project Description
The San Bernardino County Technical Training Center (SBCTTC) is being developed to provide
industry-driven training to adults and youth. It is being proposed that training will utilize the expertise and
equipment currently available at community colleges and private vocational schools in San Bernardino
County. Training will be funded in part by the Federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA) administered by
the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department. The project is in need of a large,
centrally-located manufacturing facility.
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Project Status
A $15M Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training (TAACCCT) grant was
received, in part to renovate Building A at California Steel Industries to serve as a Regional Industrial
Training Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Technology. Renovations have begun with a midDecember completion date. Training at the Center is scheduled to begin in January 2016. Training dollars
will be needed through WIOA funding. Funds are no longer needed for building purposes, but for
sustainability, training development and delivery, placement coordination and industry alignment.
A Planning grant through this funding would also be welcomed to dedicate time to develop a sustainable,
detailed, assessment and gap analysis concerning need for training to meet industry needs.
3. SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS ABLE
Project Description
ABLE is a partnership of business, labor, community leaders and educators that increases student
engagement and motivation in the learning process while exposing them to the real world work. ABLE is
comprised of three strategies: the Speakers Bureau, the Field Study Program and the Project/ProblemBased Learning. Each demonstrates to students the relevance of their current academic studies to their
future goals. All provide students with a solid foundation for learning and gaining meaningful transition
into the world of work.
Project Status
The Alliance for Education will implement the “Train the Trainer” model and remove this project in the
next five-year plan. This will enable specific school sites to use the ABLE model; however, the County
Schools Alliance for Education will no longer be the one point of contact for these activities. Activity for
the 2014-15 reporting period includes a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math/ABLE day in
February that hosted over 300 8th graders with presenters from several local agencies and businesses to
share an understanding of the skills needed for those vocations. There were also CSI Field Studies for 50
students in cooperation with the Sheriff’s Office to teach students the importance of math and science in
crime scene investigations.
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4. PROMISE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Project Description
The Promise Scholars program is a partnership between Chaffey College, Ontario-Montclair School
District, Chaffey Joint Union HSD, and Cal State San Bernardino designed to prepare students for a
college education. A great need exists for a program in San Bernardino County that motivates students to
attend college, and gives them the skills necessary to successfully transition into the workforce.
Project Status
7,626 students served in 2014-15
12th grade:
Hosted nine Financial Aid workshops: FAFSA and DREAM Act application assistance for families at
three high schools: Chaffey, Montclair and Ontario.

609 students submitted applications through these workshops for a 4% increase from the year
before.

135 volunteers from Wells Fargo, Merrill Lynch University of La Verne, CSUSB, Chaffey
College, Cal Poly Pomona, and UCR helped with these online applications.

Promise Scholars helped these students potentially secure $5,578,485 in state and federal student
aid.

95.5% of parents said the workshops were worth attending.
9th grade (pilot):

157 students received True Colors Activity presentation

5 classes at Montclair High School
8th grade:

2,200 students visited a university campus Universities visited: CSUSB, ULV, CSUF, University
of Redlands, and Claremont Colleges (Pitzer, Pomona, and Claremont McKenna)
6th grade:
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2,540 students received presentation on college and careers by two presenters with either a
technical training certificate or college degree.
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86 presenters volunteered from local government, businesses, and nonprofits
5th grade:
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2,120 students visited a community college campus to learn about career technical training and
college degrees. College campuses toured: Chaffey, Crafton Hills College, Citrus College, Norco
College, Moreno Valley College, Irvine Valley College, San Bernardino Valley College,
Pasadena City College, Mt. Sac, Santa Ana College, and Glendale College
Parents served:
Approximately 1,200 parents were educated about Promise Scholars through back-to-school nights,
parent meetings, middle school planning for college workshops, Parent Expo, and financial aid
workshops.
LOGISTICS BASED PROJECT(S)
RAIL-YARD IN VICTORVILLE AND AN INLAND PORT - REMOVED
Project Description
Currently, most trains have to switch engines at the rail yard in the High Desert to comply with the South
Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) regulations. A manufacturing and logistics base in
the High Desert will benefit since it will be able to ship to the rest of the U.S. without incurring the cost
of engine switching. Goods from the High Desert area can also be shipped directly to the Ports of Los
Angeles and Long Beach on cleaner engines by simply tagging onto a train already destined for the ports.
Project Status
This project was removed in the 2012-13 CEDS annual update because it has not progressed and is
unlikely to attract sufficient interest to make this a viable project for inclusion in the CEDS. This project
may be included in future CEDS if local and corporate interest warrants such a venture.
HEALTHCARE BASED PROJECT(S)
NEW MEDICAL, WELLNESS AND COMMERCIAL CAMPUS, VICTORVILLE
Project Description
St. Mary Medical Center will be developing a new medical, wellness and commercial campus in
Victorville that will address the healthcare needs of population estimated to reach over 560,000 by 2019.
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The medical, wellness and commercial campus will also be an impetus for creating new jobs in
healthcare, retail, and the service industry.
Two Victorville parcels totaling over 98 acres will be developed to create a 510,000 square-foot medical
plaza. It will include a 128-bed hospital with a level III trauma center, a diagnostically advanced
ambulatory care center, medical office buildings, independent buildings for physicians, and a health and
wellness center. An additional 250,000 square-feet is designated for complementary hospitality, retail
development, dining establishments, community parks, recreation facilities and programs making this
project site a community focal point. The project is expected to create over 1,200 new jobs.
Project Status
Construction has begun with an anticipated completion date of January 2017. This medical center will
bring much needed medical services to the high desert region. Approximately 1,500 direct and indirect
jobs will be created. This project will enhance the region with the abovementioned job creation with
approximately $78.4 million in new income to workers. The economy in Victorville will be directly
increased by $88.6 million in new value added and $174 million in new output.
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER PROJECT(S)
1.
KNOTTS FAMILY AGENCY (KFA) BIO-MEDIC INCUBATOR (BMI) - REMOVED
Project Status
This project was removed in the 2012-13 CEDS annual update because it has shown no progress.
2.
ALLIANCE FOR COMMERCIALIZATION OF TECHNOLOGY (ACT) - REMOVED
Project Description
The Alliance for Commercialization of Technology (ACT) was formed in 2002 (originally called the
Office of Technology Transfer and Commercialization) at California State University, San Bernardino
(CSUSB). ACT, a nonprofit organization intends to continue to apply its unique capabilities to assist
emerging technology companies in the Inland Empire. ACT is evolving from being an organization that
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supported technology commercialization for nationwide clients to one that supports technology
commercialization for the region.
Programs and services broadly encompass the following activities:

Entrepreneur training, coaching, and mentoring.

Opportunity creation by linking entrepreneurs to resources.

Proof of Concept evaluations.

Business and technology consulting to accelerate early stage growth.

Business incubation to create an environment where select enterprises can go beyond early stage
in the company of other like-minded entrepreneurs.

Maintenance of a region-wide network of entrepreneurs, entrepreneurial resources, and
innovative technology sources.
Project Status
The Alliance for Commercialization of Technology (ACT) no longer exists. This project is being
removed from the CEDS at the request of CSUSB on June 6, 2014.
3.
CHINO AIRPORT AERONAUTICS EDUCATION AND TRAINING FACILITY
Project Description
Chino Airport (CNO) proposes to build a facility for use by a consortium of training providers to provide
higher education, training and business development with a focus on aeronautics education. The project
will identify and track students who have displayed an aptitude and desire for business ownership and
development in the aeronautics field. Ideally, candidates for business ownership and development are
those with business concepts and ideas that can meet market demands in the aeronautic industry and be
profitable.
The facility will consist of classroom, lab space and lecture halls. Additional facilities will be constructed
as a robotics and prototyping center. The facility can also be developed to include an aircraft hangar for
aircraft storage and maintenance training, including hands-on, on-site training with flight simulation
modules, for hands-on aircraft maintenance training, and flight testing.
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Project Status
Discussions with the local college district and the airport continue to explore opportunities for a training
program on-site at the Chino Airport. Local infrastructure improvements are in progress, thereby creating
more opportunities for expansion on the airport.
4.
INNOVATIVE, HIGH-GROWTH TECH TRANSFER - REMOVED
Project Description
Innovation Economy Corporation (IEC) is a Delaware Corporation that focuses on monetizing,
developing and commercializing innovation from national research institutions by creating companies in
Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. This is achieved through technology transfer, partnering the
private sector with public and non-profit research institutions. Innovation Economy Corporation currently
has a signed agreement with the University of California, Riverside, to develop and commercialize
products from existing and on-going research conducted at the University.
Project Status
This project was removed from the CEDS at the request of ieCrowd on May 19, 2014.
5.
DNA VACCINE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMERCIALIZATION
Project Description
SEKRIS Corporation (SEKRIS) is a privately held company founded in 2009 to commercialize a
platform technology that has been under development since 1995 at Loma Linda University (LLU).
SEKRIS has secured an exclusive worldwide license from LLU for all intellectual property pending or
granted as well as the technology platform to commercialize vaccine products. The strategy for
commercialization of the vaccine entails product development, testing, manufacturing and distribution.
The term "platform technology" refers to the wide breadth of potential applications for this discovery.
This encompasses autoimmune diseases (e.g., type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, lupus, and many others)
as well as diseases (immune-mediated inflammatory disorders or "IMIDs") that consist of an
inflammatory component at some point during their progression (e.g., cancer, asthma, allergies, and
transplant rejection).
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Project Status
SEKRIS Biomedical, Inc. holds an exclusive worldwide license for the Apoptotic DNA Immunotherapy
(ADI) technology that was developed in the laboratory of Dr. Alan Escher at Loma Linda University.
SEKRIS was founded for commercialization of this technology. Since the execution of the licensing
agreement on June of 2011, SEKRIS has raised approximately $650,000 to maintain and expand the
patent portfolio, develop a plan to test the technology in clinical trials, and to manufacture a test batch of
clinical grade DNA product. SEKRIS is currently in negotiations with an investment group to raise
additional funds to complete phase I/II clinical trials. Anticipated completion of this round of funding is
by late Q2 or early Q3 2015 and completion of the phase I/II clinical trials by 2018.
6.
ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION TECHNOLOGY
Project Description
The Transplant Research Department at Loma Linda University Medical Center is furthering its research
in transplant technology through collaborative endeavors with bio-medical companies in San Bernardino
County. The first of such endeavors will be with SEKRIS Corporation, the anchor company of the San
Bernardino Tech Park Support Center. SEKRIS is in the process of commercializing a platform
technology that has been under development since 1995 at Loma Linda University ("LLU"). The
University has granted an exclusive worldwide license to SEKRIS to commercialize the DNA Vaccine
which is the first of several products to be produced under the platform technology.
The Transplant Research Department will serve as a focal point for development of cutting edge
transplant technology in conjunction with select companies to form a nucleus of a transplant related
technology cluster in the County of San Bernardino. SEKRIS is planning to refine its plasmid DNA
technology for the prevention of chronic organ transplant rejection through a collaborative effort with the
Transplant Research Department. This collaboration will allow further development of this promising
technology and set the stage for future collaborations for clinical trials.
Project Status
This technology is a component of the ADI technology developed at Loma Linda University. SEKRIS
has developed strong alliances with top academic institutions including Massachusetts General Hospital
(MGH)/Harvard and Stanford University to create an immune tolerance program designed to develop new
methods to control chronic rejection of transplanted organs. SEKRIS has designed a study protocol with
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MGH/Harvard to expand on its existing data for the application of ADI to organ transplantation. This
study will be initiated shortly after completion of the next round of funding.
7. KOAG HEMOSTATIC PATCH COMMERCIALIZATION
Project Description
KOAG Medical, Inc. (KOAG) has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Loma Linda
University to develop and commercialize a unique hemostatic agent. The hemostatic agent is very
effective and efficient in arresting bleeding without reliance on the normal coagulation system.
The hemostatic agent is a by-product of the seafood industry delivered via a microfibrillar sponge that can
arrest bleeding faster than any product on the market. The company utilized a high molecular weight
chitosan which allows for the manufacture of a patch that is made of a loose microfibrillar mesh fiber.
This allows for easier handling and is lighter in weight. The patch can not only stop bleeding because of
its adhesive qualities, but in many instances it may obviate the need for addition treatments, such as
placement of sutures. A unique feature of this product is that it does not work through the normal
coagulation process and it is as effective in people who suffer from bleeding disorders as those who are
taking blood thinners.
Project Status
The KOAG technology was developed by Dr. Kirsch at Loma Linda University. This technology has
been licensed to Chitogen, Inc. for development of hemostatic products for medical use. Recently, Dr.
Shabahang engaged in discussions with Chitogen to obtain a sublicensing agreement for development of
the KOAG technology for applications in dentistry. A final agreement is pending.
8.
SAN BERNARDINO TECH PARK SUPPORT CENTER
Project Description
The San Bernardino Tech Park Support Center is being proposed as a business starter facility for the
development and commercialization of a broad range of biotech products being developed at Loma Linda
University. The Support Center will access the expertise of individuals in the field of biotechnology
R&D, business, education and government. The Center through its support network will advocate,
support, develop and promote bio-medical and bio-science technology in the Inland Empire. The Support
Center will provide direct support to fledgling tech businesses, and assist in the building of a technology
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commercialization industry in San Bernardino County. Loma Linda University is a worldwide leader in
medical technology research and innovations in patient treatment. The university has bred a culture of
progressive thinkers and innovators who are now guiding efforts in building a worldwide leading biotechnology commercialization industry in San Bernardino County.
Project Status
The Tech Park concept was formulated to establish a center that would provide a home for existing
technologies that are ready for commercialization as well as attracting new ideas from Loma Linda
University and other academic institutions. For the park to be successful, we understood that solid anchor
resident companies would be required to jump start the concept and facility. During the past 18 months,
SEKRIS management has been working with Loma Linda University leadership and a large developer to
initiate this project. The development company has a successful track record in building tech parks and
has completed several projects with Loma Linda University in the past. Several future meetings are
planned to strengthen the plans to establish this facility in the near future.
9.
GENERAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (GET) PROJECT - REMOVED
Project Description
The General Engineering Technology (GET) project is the bridge from concept and research of medical
products to manufacturing and commercialization. It provides product functionality and design
specification for lean and on-time manufacturing processes. GET will consist of a design and engineering
lab; a robotics center; a prototyping and simulation center and a proof of concept Center. The County of
San Bernardino will provide information on local manufacturers with engineering capabilities as well as
information on colleges that offer education in engineering. GET will also foster and develop
relationships with local colleges and universities to form partnerships through which practical
applications of engineering concepts will be realized in the manufacturing of biomedical products.
Project Status
This project will be removed in 2015 CEDS Update.
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10.
BIOMEDICAL TECH PARK DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Project Description
The development of a Biomedical Tech Park in San Bernardino County is a long term project scheduled
for development within a five to ten-year period. This project’s success is dependent on the success of
several early stage bio-technology projects included in the San Bernardino County 2012 CEDS. This
project envisions the successful development of the SEKRIS project and other biomedical projects that
will be transitioned from concept and early research at Loma Linda University to proof of concept,
manufacturing and commercialization at the Tech Park Support Center and the Tech Park as herein
proposed. The project is also dependent on the success of the business starter facility inclusive of the
laboratory and other business support resources as described under the San Bernardino Tech Park Support
Center project (included in this CEDS).
Project Status
SEKRIS is working with Arroyo Valley Economic Development Corporation, a non-profit community
development entity and SRP Development to develop the master plan for a comprehensive biotech park.
The project is named Inland Life Science Collaborative and will include research labs, clinical facilities,
housing, hotels and other amenities. An MOU was executed on March 21, 2014. Since then, SEKRIS has
been completing the pre-development phase of the project. During this phase, SEKRIS will identify
potential land sites, budget, cash flow models, and the overall preliminary plan for the project. Funding
for the project is anticipated to be secured within the next 9-12 months.
BUSINESS EXPANSION PROJECT(S)
MANUFACTURERS PATENT ASSESSMENT PROJECT
Project Description
The County of San Bernardino will lead a joint effort with local manufacturing business organization,
local universities and the General Engineering Technology (GET) project in developing a patent program
for manufacturers. The program will focus on building value within the manufacturing industry by
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facilitating the patenting of small and medium-sized manufacturers inventions that have not been
patented.
Project Status
This project was initiated by the County to assist in the identification and development of innovative
workplace-developed technology. The County has held discussions with both the University of California
Riverside and Cal State University San Bernardino to assist in the development and patenting of products.
The development of this project is based on future funding to provide such services to industry clusters as
identified by the County.
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INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT(S)
1.
INSTITUTION ROAD: GLEN HELEN REHABILITATION FACILITY TO CAJON
BOULEVARD
Estimated total project cost: $6 million
Project Description
Reconstruct the access road for the Glen Helen Rehabilitation Facility, which will also serve as an
alternate access road to Rosena Ranch development. This project will impact the local economy by first
and foremost creating jobs that are desperately needed. Secondly, the project impacts the local economy
through the suppliers of materials that are needed to complete the project. Institution Road leads to both
the San Bernardino County Sherriff’s Training Facility and the Glen Helen Rehabilitation Facility. It is
imperative that access to both facilities remain available throughout the year. The Sherriff’s Training
Facility also features the Public Safety Internship Academy that targets High School students interested in
a career in law enforcement or public safety.
Project Status
To date, the County has invested $237,000 to complete a drainage study and begin the design phase for
this project and has allocated an additional $6 million from the County’s General Fund. The County’s
$237,000 investment thus far translates to the creation of 3 jobs. Preliminary work for the drainage study,
such as surveying and field reviews began in January 2006. Environmental clearance for this project is
currently underway and may take up to two years to complete.
2.
NATIONAL TRAILS HIGHWAY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT
Estimated total project cost: $221 million
Project Description
This is a safety project to design and replace 1930’s era-timber trestle bridges that are significantly
beyond their design life. Replacement is to be with AASHTO approved timber trestle bridges. National
Trails Highway is a component of the National Historic Register. It is also in nomination as a World
Heritage Site. Tourists and open-road travelers from around the globe come to the County to make the
drive of a lifetime on this historic roadway. This corridor also serves as a key transportation link to and
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from United States Marine Bases and functions as an access route to national parks, Bureau of Land
Management recreational areas, BNSF railroad line, and utility corridors.
The impact of this project will ultimately be realized by the efficient transportation of goods from the
Ports through the County and out to the California/Nevada State line. The delays in deliveries caused by
the outage of Interstate 40 forces downstream inefficiencies that result in time delays and lost revenues.
The jobs created and the capital expenditures and tourism will also have a significant impact on the local
economy.
Project Status
To date, the County has invested $1,263,400 for preliminary engineering work to replace some of the
National Trails Highway bridges and create a 10-year delivery plan to reconstruct the timber bridges
along the entire corridor. The County has also committed $10,000,000 in General Fund moneys to the
project. The County’s $1,263,400 investment thus far translates to the creation of 16 jobs. Completion of
the preliminary engineering work, which began in July 2003, has been complicated by the historic nature
of the bridges, which requires extensive coordination and consultation with several state and federal
regulatory agencies. Completion dates for the preliminary engineering will vary for each individual
bridge.
3.
NEEDLES HIGHWAY (PROJECT 1)
Estimated total project cost: $80 million
Project Description
Complete construction improvements to Needles Highway between “N” Street within the City of Needles,
north to the Nevada State Line. The amount requested is to initiate construction on specific safety
improvements that will integrate with future construction of the complete project. The impact of this
project is similar to the National Trails Highway project. As a major thoroughfare, Needles Highway
serves travelers year round. Safety improvements will benefit travelers for years to come. The local job
impact and capital impact for the area will also be significant.
Project Status
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To date, the County has invested $5,734,000 toward the preliminary engineering work and environmental
clearance for this project, representing the creation of 74.6 jobs. The preliminary engineering phase of
this project began in January 2002, which required extensive cultural studies and review for, among other
things, potential impact to sovereign nations. Preliminary plans are expected to be completed by
December 2014. The environmental process was completed in August 2014 and the first phase of the
project is expected to be completed in the winter of 2016.
4.
NEEDLES HIGHWAY (PROJECT 2)
Estimated total project cost: $15 million
Project Description
Realign and construct Needles Highway within the City of Needles between Interstate 40 and the northern
city limit (which adjoins the Fort Mojave Indian Reservation Boundary) to a two-lane road to minimize
horizontal curves and vertical dips, provide drainage improvements and add turn pockets at intersections.
The impact of this project is directly associated with the safety of travelers on the highway. As above, the
jobs created and capital impact will be significant but is eclipsed by the increased safety of travelers.
Project Status
Right of Way acquisition will be complete in the middle of 2015. Final design is being done and
construction is scheduled to begin in 2016.
5.
ROCK SPRINGS ROAD BRIDGE PROJECT
Estimated total project cost: $32 million
Project Description
Widen the existing road to four lanes, and construct a four-lane road bridge across the Mojave River on
the Rock Springs Road alignment. The funding request is to implement the environmental documentation
through Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E). A Request for Proposal has been issued for
engineering and environmental services and a contractor has been selected.
Project Status
To date, the County has contributed $901,300 of the estimated $1.9 million cost toward the environmental
clearance and design phase of the project. The County’s investment represents the creation of 12 jobs.
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The project is currently in the design phase, which began in September 2010, and has received
environmental clearance. The design phase is expected to be completed in December 2015.
6. HIGH DESERT CORRIDOR (HDC)
Project Description
High Desert Corridor (HDC) Joint Powers Authority (JPA), and LA Metro joining forces to provide
governance and oversight of a P3 for planning, programming, environmental, design, construction,
maintenance and operation of a six lane expressway connecting Inland Ports in Victorville and Palmdale,
and to provide ultimate re-alignment and improvements to SR-138 and SR-18, and costs associated with
project development.
Project Status
This project has generated work for 120 part time jobs, including coordination work at Federal Rail
Administration, for individuals involved in the planning and environmental process. Environmental
clearance scheduled for winter of 2016. P3 funding study is underway at Metro.
7. LA MESA/NISQUALLI YUCCA LOMA CORRIDOR
Estimated total project cost: $101 million
Project Description
The Town of Apple Valley, City of Victorville and County of San Bernardino have developed a project to
connect Yucca Loma Road, Yates Road and Green Tree Boulevard from Apple Valley Road to Hesperia
Road. This project will provide an alternate east/west corridor in the Victor Valley Region. The project
includes construction of the four-lane Yucca Loma Bridge over the Mojave River in the Town of Apple
Valley, widening of Yates Road to four lanes in the County area and construction of the Green Tree
Boulevard in Victorville. The new roadway and bridges will carry vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians
across the Mojave River and the BNSF railroad tracks.
Project Status
For the Yates Road widening project, one component of the Corridor, the County has contributed
$1,652,000 to date for the Yates Road widening. The County investment thus far represents the creation
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of 21 jobs. Construction for Yates Road, Yucca Loma Road, and the Yucca Loma Bridge is currently
underway. The Yates Road widening is expected to be completed by September 2015. The remaining
County component of the corridor is a minority share of the Green Tree Blvd extension for which falls
primarily within the City of Victorville. The Green Tree Blvd component of the project is currently in the
design phase.
The Yucca Loma Bridge construction continues to make progress.
8.
1-15/215 DEVORE INTERCHANGE
Project Description
The I-15/215 Devore Interchange project will eliminate the grade related bottleneck by adding one lane in
each direction through the interchange. On southbound I‐15, the project will reduce the need for drivers to
make multiple lane changes to the right to stay on I‐15 through the interchange. The project also will
improve the transition from southbound I‐15 to southbound I‐215 near Kenwood Avenue. In addition, the
project will improve local road operations, notably the reconnection of Cajon Boulevard/Route 66
through the interchange.
Goods movement from the Ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach to destinations outside of California will not
be sustainable without this project. The project supports substantial interstate commerce and travel to
recreational/entertainment destinations that have direct and indirect consequences to the economy.
Project Status
This project is currently under construction using the innovative Design/Build delivery method.
Construction is expected to be complete in early 2016.
9.
BARSTOW/DAGGETT AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES
Estimated total project cost: $5 million
Project Description
The project involves replacing underground piping that provides domestic water and sewer collection.
High-volume water to be used for fire suppression, including meeting requirements for aircraft storage
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and/or maintenance will also be installed. A water storage system capable of providing the required flow,
pressure and volume is also part of the project.
Project Status
To date, no work has been completed on this project.
10.
MARIPOSA ROAD WIDENING PROJECT, HESPERIA
Project Description
The proposed road widening project is needed to allow for increased north- and south-bound traffic along
Mariposa Road south of Main Street. The proposed project will reduce congestion anticipated from the
55,000 High Desert member-patients and 200 employees of the medical campus, as well as from
projected population growth. It is expected that traffic studies will show that the future use will far
exceed the capacity of the existing two-lane Mariposa Road. It is therefore proposed that Mariposa be
widened to a minimum of three lanes, including turn pockets.
Project Status
Funding has yet to be secured to move this project forward.
11.
JOSHUA/MUSCATEL ROAD INTERCHANGE PROJECT, HESPERIA
Project Description
The City of Hesperia proposes the construction of a new interchange at Interstate 15 and Muscatel Street.
The improvements are necessary to correct geometric deficiencies at the existing Joshua Street halfdiamond interchange. Replacing the existing interchange with a full-access interchange at Muscatel
Street will alleviate projected congestion and operational deficiencies due to future traffic demand from
the forecasted growth and development in the area. It will also provide additional access to a growing
community within the City and surrounding areas. This interchange project will also reduce congestion
and reduce delays at adjacent interchanges, including the I-15/Main Street interchange and I-15/U.S.
Highway 395 (US 395) junction interchange.
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Project Status
Funding has yet to be secured to move this project forward.
12. EUCALYPTUS STREET INTERCHANGE PROJECT, HESPERIA - REMOVED
Project Description
The City of Hesperia proposes the construction of a new interchange at I-15 and Eucalyptus Street,
serving both Hesperia and Victorville. This project will have a direct positive impact to all High Desert
cities and will allow for significant development of prime freeway frontage. This new interchange will
dramatically reduce congestion on the already overburdened Bear Valley Road. It will also allow safety
vehicles in central Hesperia a more direct path across the Interstate, and allow for commercial
development in the City’s Freeway - North District. It is anticipated that this full-access interchange will
dramatically redistribute traffic flows from Bear Valley Road.
Project Status
Removed at the request of the City of Hesperia in 2014.
13.
RANCHERO ROAD INTERCHANGE PROJECT, HESPERIA
Project Description
The City of Hesperia proposes the construction of a new interchange at I-15 and Ranchero Road,
approximately 1.8 miles north of the existing Oak Hill Road interchange and 1.4 miles south of the
existing US Highway 395 junction.
The existing US 395 junction is a local, half trumpet-type
interchange that provides only partial directional access between US 395 and I-15. The US 395 junction
operates collectively with another partial interchange at Joshua Street, which is located approximately 0.5
mile north of US 395 on I-15. The Project will provide new freeway access and accommodate traffic for
existing and planned development in the area. It will also improve traffic flow by reducing congestion on
the adjacent I-15/Oak Hill Road, I-15/Joshua Street, and I-15/Main Street interchanges.
This
improvement will greatly enhance access to and from the southernmost east-west corridor through the
City. It will also complement the Ranchero Road Underpass, now under construction and slated for
completion in late 2013.
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Project Status
Project completed in February 2015.
14.
CEDAR AVENUE/I-10 INTERCHANGE
Estimated total project cost: $62 million
Project Description
Located in the unincorporated county area between the cities of Fontana and Rialto, the Cedar Avenue/ I10 Interchange is one of several interchanges serving logistics terminals along this reach of I-10 and
experiences longer delays than all other interchanges in the County. The Cedar Avenue/ I-10 Interchange
project will make operational and safety improvements, reconstructing the Cedar overpass to add
additional lanes, widen and realign the ramps, and realign local streets as required by the improved
interchange configuration. The proposed improvement will relieve congestion on the interchange, which
at times is so severe it creates traffic queues on the mainline I-10.
Project Status
To date, the County has invested $1,356,900 on the project and has completed the environmental
clearance phase of this region’s top priority freeway interchange project. The County’s investment
represents the creation of 17.7 jobs. Initial work for this phase began in April 2002. The County entered
into a cooperative agreement with Caltrans under which Caltrans will complete the design phase at a cost
of $4,000,000. The design phase is currently under way.
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