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Policy H-3.1 Public Services, amenities, and safety
We support the provision of adequate and fiscally sustainable public services, infrastructure, open space, non-motorized transportation routes, and public safety for neighborhoods in the unincorporated area.
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Policy TM-4.6 Transit access to public service, health, and wellness
In unincorporated areas where public transit is available, we prefer new public and behavioral health facilities, other public facilities and services, education facilities, grocery stores, and pharmacies to be located within one-half mile of a public transit stop. We encourage and plan to locate new County health and wellness facilities within one-half mile of a public transit stop in incorporated jurisdictions. We encourage public K-12 education and court facilities to be located within one-half mile of public transit.
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Policy NR-3.10 Joint use facilities
We promote the creation of joint use facilities for local parks and recreation programs through coordination with the County Flood Control District, local school districts, utilities, and other public agencies.
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Goal HW-1 Health and Social Wellness
Supportive public facilities and services that assist and guide individuals to achieve and sustain self-sufficiency, social stability, and excellent physical and behavioral health and wellness.
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Policy HW-1.12 Equity
We monitor and seek to achieve equitable access to County health and social services, with an emphasis on environmental justice focus areas countywide.
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Policy HW-3.1 Healthy environments
We collaborate with other public agencies, not-for-profit organizations, community groups, and private developers to improve the physical and built environment in which people live. We do so by improving such things as walkability, bicycle infrastructure, transit facilities, universal design, safe routes to school, indoor and outdoor air quality, gardens, green space and open space, and access to parks and recreation amenities.
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Policy HW-3.2 Building social capital
In unincorporated communities, we support the provision of neighborhood and community gathering places for social activities, and the provision of meeting spaces and facilities for community organizations in order to build social capital, establish a sense of community, increase volunteerism, and expand civic engagement.
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Policy HW-3.3 Public libraries
We operate public libraries in unincorporated areas and contract cities/towns to provide programs and facilities that ensure equitable access to information and digital technology, provide places and activities for people to connect with other people, promote literacy and reading for pleasure for children and adults, and foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and collaboration. We invest in the modernization and expansion of public library facilities as adequate funding is available.
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Policy HW-3.6 Multi-use facilities and integrated development
We encourage those who build and/or operate community assets to accommodate multiple functions and programs. We encourage the development of new residential, commercial, and institutional uses and public facilities that incorporate one or more community assets.
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Policy HW-3.9 Community-driven improvements
We provide resources and information to assist unincorporated communities with the implementation of Community Action Guides.
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Policy HZ-3.9 Public improvements and services
In directing discretionary investments in County provided public facilities, infrastructure, and services in unincorporated communities, we prioritize investments that also address environmental conditions identified in the Hazard Element tables.
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Policy HZ- 3.10 Multi use facilities
We emphasize coordination efforts for joint use of public and private recreation facilities serving unincorporated environmental justice focus areas. We encourage that newly constructed or substantially remodeled public facilities serving unincorporated environmental justice focus areas be assessed and designed for features and spaces that improve the community’s access to physical activity and/or healthy food options, as feasible and appropriate to the needs of the community.
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Policy HZ-3.11 Public Health
We utilize County Department of Public Health experience, expertise, and staffing resources to expand and improve outreach, community engagement, analysis, and implementation efforts in unincorporated environmental justice focus areas, with particular emphasis in addressing the types of health concerns identified in the Hazard Element tables.
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Policy HZ-3.12 Barriers to physical activity
We prioritize identification of appropriate remedies to improve and remove, where feasible, barriers to outdoor physical activity, such as inadequate infrastructure, when doing County projects in environmental justice focus areas, with particular emphasis in addressing the types of health and mobility issues identified in the Hazard Element tables.
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Policy HZ-3.13 Safe routes to school
We work with our regional transportation authority, school districts and local law enforcement to ensure that schools have safe walking and bicycling routes to school. In applying for Safe Routes to School grants, we will prioritize schools that are either located in the environmental justice focus areas, or serve children residing in environmental justice focus areas.
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Policy HZ-3.14 Community desired improvements
We assist unincorporated environmental justice focus areas to identify ways in which they might establish special funding and financing mechanisms to provide community‐desired public facilities and services, recreational facilities, sidewalks and bike trails, and access to fresh and healthy food.
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FOCUS STATEMENT A - Improve the quality of our built environment to enhance community health, safety, neighborhood character, and the image of our business corridors.
Action Statement A.3
Construct public restrooms in two locations accessible to people arriving to the east end of the Big Bear Valley. If permanent restrooms are infeasible due to maintenance costs, install portable restrooms during peak visitor seasons, including three-day holiday weekends.
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Construct improved bus stops with permanent and accessible benches and shelters in order to improve comfort and safety for bus riders, in partnership with Mountain Transit and local organizations such as the Community Services District, community service organizations, and local businesses.
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FOCUS STATEMENT C - Build human capital and promote enterprise, with a focus on environmentally friendly businesses, to strengthen the local economy and provide opportunities for residents and families to be self-reliant.
Action Statement C.1
Promote child and youth development, social and civic responsibility, and environmental stewardship by establishing a multigenerational community council with youth in leadership positions to advocate for and support activities that enrich our community and our environment.
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Coordinate with County of San Bernardino Human Services Department to assess local needs, such as wellness checks for seniors, substance abuse counseling, and support for families with children, and deliver mobile services and/or open a new service delivery location in Big Bear City.
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FOCUS STATEMENT D - Become a destination renowned for culture, environment, health, and well-being for people of all ages and abilities.
Action Statement D.3
Enhance existing and create new cultural attractions for diverse groups of people with programs like Shakespeare in the Forest, a vaquero/cowboy festival, mining tours, and similar events.
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FOCUS STATEMENT C - Improve community resources available to Baker residents.
Action Statement C.2
Work with local volunteers and the Baker CSD to provide a diversity of recreational programs and activities in Baker for persons of all ages.
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FOCUS STATEMENT A - Protect the community’s treasures for years to come.
Action Statement A.3
Construct a community center that accommodates community-focused events, evening meetings, and recreational activities.
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FOCUS STATEMENT D - Enhance and expand connectivity to regional open space and recreational areas.
Action Statement D.1
Establish a non-vehicular mobility plan to advocate for additional bike paths and pedestrian paths that connect to existing and proposed regional trail networks.
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FOCUS STATEMENT A - Provide a unified downtown area that is active and thriving
Action Statement A.2
Install improved lighting in public spaces to promote activity and deter crime.
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Construct sidewalks and additional or improved parking, to enhance safety and efficiency in business areas.
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FOCUS STATEMENT B - Develop and improve parks and recreational facilities and services for all ages
Action Statement B.1
COMPLETED: Identify recreation needs, including facilities and programs, by working with residents from all age groups and abilities.* *Completed by Rim of the World Recreation and Parks District
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IN PROCESS: Identify opportunities for joint-use of underused and vacant facilities to serve recreation needs.* *The Park District has a joint use agreement with the School District for classes.
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Host family-friendly activities/events such as movie nights at Lake Gregory.
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IN PROCESS: Identify centralized open space/community gathering areas for programming of community events.* *In progress by the Crestline Community Development Alliance and Chamber of Commerce.
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Encourage locally-sponsored events by advocating with the County for a simplified and streamlined permit process.
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FOCUS STATEMENT C - Create affordable outdoor recreation activities that capitalize on the natural environment, attract visitors, and provide entertainment for residents while also reducing the associated impacts to the communities
Action Statement C.3
Provide signage, maps, and other informational materials that identify trails and amenities.
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Develop programs and marketing materials that educate visitors on the natural environment and importance of its protection in order to foster responsible tourist behavior.
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Establish an annual Arts and Music Festival while supporting arts and music programs.
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FOCUS STATEMENT D - Provide a thriving and vibrant local small business environment
Action Statement D.2
Establish a marketing plan that focuses on the natural environment and existing tourist attractions and amenities, such as Lake Gregory Regional Park.
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FOCUS STATEMENT E - Improve public safety
Action Statement E.5
Identify infrastructure improvements that would increase and improve access within and between the communities.
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FOCUS STATEMENT G - Reinforce the sense of “community”
Action Statement G.1
Prioritize and develop community recreational facilities such as a community cultural center, an open space venue for live performances, and/or a dog park.
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FOCUS STATEMENT A - Increase recreational opportunities to enhance the quality of life in Muscoy
Action Statement A.1
Conduct a community-based asset inventory to identify physical assets like vacant lots and spaces to be used for parks, open spaces, and community activities.
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Coordinate with nonprofits, local business, and institutional partners to identify resources to purchase adjacent vacant lots and convert them to parks.
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Establish joint-use agreements with Muscoy Elementary School and the PAL Center for the community to utilize existing soccer fields and green spaces.
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FOCUS STATEMENT C - Improve public and equestrian safety within Muscoy
Action Statement C.5
Identify existing and potential horse and pedestrian trails with a community-sponsored wayfinding program.
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FOCUS STATEMENT E - Create opportunities for community connectedness where residents of Muscoy know their neighbors, are connected to their community, and have diverse opportunities for social interaction
Action Statement E.1
Engage local churches and faith-based institutions in Muscoy to sponsor local events, activities, and community cleanups.
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Promote events and activities that celebrate Muscoy’s cultural heritage and connect diverse resident groups within the community.
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FOCUS STATEMENT F - Increase educational opportunities for youth and adults in Muscoy
Action Statement F.1
Coordinate with local and regional nonprofits and community development groups to offer English language classes for youth and adults at the Baker Family Learning Center and local elementary schools.
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FOCUS STATEMENT A - Strengthen communication through the community
Action Statement A.3
Host more community events to allow opportunities for education on key issues.
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FOCUS STATEMENT E - Improve open space and recreational opportunities for Helendale residents
Action Statement E.1
Continue the development of, and expand upon, a parks and recreation program that is for all Helendale residents, including completing development of Helendale Community Park.
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Construct a community gym with workout facilities and an indoor pool.
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Establish a public access computer center with internet access.
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FOCUS STATEMENT E - Improve the delivery of essential services such as police and fire to the community
Action Statement E.3
COMPLETED: Advocate for improved health care services for the community with a near-term focus on attracting a mobile medical clinic staffed with a nurse practitioner for regularly scheduled visits to Lucerne Valley.
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FOCUS STATEMENT F - Create greater recreational and educational opportunities within Lucerne Valley
Action Statement F.1
IN PROCESS: Partner with local organizations such as the Lucerne Valley Museum Association to establish and operate a Lucerne Valley Museum.
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IN PROCESS: Provide better senior programs and activities on a level comparable to those provided to in other neighboring communities.
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FOCUS STATEMENT A - Provide economic development opportunities that capitalize on the natural environment, attract visitors, and provide entertainment for residents
Action Statement A.2
COMPLETED: Provide amenities to support visitors to the area such as parking, restrooms, seating areas, open space, trails connecting key nodes/activity centers, and a visitor information center/kiosks.
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FOCUS STATEMENT B - Reduce the impacts associated with seasonal visitors and tourist activities
Action Statement B.4
Provide readily available programs and marketing materials that educate visitors on the natural environment and importance of its protection in order to foster responsible tourist behavior.
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FOCUS STATEMENT B - Develop and improve parks and recreational facilities and services for all ages
Action Statement B.4
Identify opportunities for a variety of recreational activities and amenities such as walking, hiking, horseback riding, biking, off-highway vehicles (OHVs), tennis courts, ballfields, and open space areas.
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FOCUS STATEMENT E - Provide economic development opportunities that capitalize on the natural environment, attract visitors, and provide entertainment for residents
Action Statement E.2
Investigate opportunities with the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce, San Bernardino County Special Districts, US Forest Service, and other agencies as appropriate to provide amenities to support visitors to the area such as parking, restrooms, seating areas, open space, and trails that connect key nodes/activity centers.
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FOCUS STATEMENT E - Encourage community education, outreach and concierge service
Action Statement E.3
Promote opportunities and for Lytle Creekers on how to become involved in Canyon activities and affairs, including training and education workshops and other activities.
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FOCUS STATEMENT C - Provide for a stable economy focusing on economic development, eco-tourism and Route 66 tourism
Action Statement C.9
Create a website or Facebook page to promote community activities and events.
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Establish a community calendar to organize and schedule community events.
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Establish a Route 66 Village with arts and crafts, farmers market, car shows, etc.
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FOCUS STATEMENT D - Increase community involvement and volunteerism.
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FOCUS STATEMENT F - Maintain a clean community.
Action Statement F.4
Host a community clean up/recycling event that unites schools, churches, and other service organizations.
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FOCUS STATEMENT A - Improve the quality of life for residents
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FOCUS STATEMENT B - Improve community safety and reduce crime
Action Statement B.5
Advocate to the County Department of Public Health to schedule the Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Mobile Medical Clinic for regular stops in Oro Grande.
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FOCUS STATEMENT D - Improve services and generate community pride
Action Statement D.1
Coordinate events and activities that allow people to meet and know their neighbors.
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Collaborate with CSA 42 and Special Districts to provide improvements to the ball field and community center.
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FOCUS STATEMENT E - Create or provide a cost-effective approach to developing equestrian trails and trails for non-motorized vehicles.
Action Statement E.1
Establish a community equestrian center and park areas in coordination with existing local equestrian groups.
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Protect and develop equestrian, walking, bicycle, and multi-use trails using dedicated easements (utility and drainage) or connecting to existing destinations (e.g. parks, trails, etc.).
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FOCUS STATEMENT F - Increase community involvement in community beautification and social cohesion
Action Statement F.4
Coordinate with youth and cultural organizations to offer programs and activities in Phelan Piñon Hills.
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Establish a multifunctional space to be used by the youth and the community.
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FOCUS STATEMENT G - Improve traffic flow and vehicular safety
Action Statement G.2
Investigate traffic safety at major intersections and in areas susceptible to vehicle/pedestrian conflict in conjunction with a Safe Routes to School Program.
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FOCUS STATEMENT A - Improve the quality of the community to enhance the quality of life for citizens
Action Statement A.3
Collaborate with County Public Health Department to provide healthcare services for the residents.
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FOCUS STATEMENT B - Promote balanced growth and a viable Town Center around Mane Street.
Action Statement B.2
Provide public restroom facilities on Mane Street and explore local funding options for design and construction.
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