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  • Goals
    1. Goal LU-5 Military Mission

      The federal government maintains and invests in military facilities and operations in the county to further the mission of national defense, thereby generating employment opportunities for residents and commercial opportunities for businesses in the county.

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    Policies
    1. Policy LU-2.11 Office and industrial development in the Mountain/Desert regions

      We allow new office and industrial uses in unincorporated Mountain/Desert regions in order to meet the service, employment, and support needs of the unincorporated areas.

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    2. Policy LU-2.12 Office and industrial development in the Valley region

      We encourage office and industrial uses in the unincorporated Valley region in order to promote a countywide jobs-housing balance.

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  • Policies
    1. Policy TM-3.1 VMT reduction

      We promote new development that will reduce household and employment VMT relative to existing conditions.

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    2. Policy TM-3.2 Trip reduction strategies

      We support the implementation of transportation demand management techniques, mixed use strategies, and the placement of development in proximity to job and activity centers to reduce the number and length of vehicular trips.

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    3. Policy TM-4.4 Transit access for residents in unincorporated areas

      We support and work with local transit agencies to generate a public transportation system, with fixed routes and on-demand service, that provide residents of unincorporated areas with access to jobs, public services, shopping, and entertainment throughout the county.

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    4. Policy TM-4.5 Transit access to job centers and tourist destinations

      We support and work with local transit agencies to generate public transportation systems that provide access to job centers and reduce congestion in tourist destinations in unincorporated areas.

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    5. Policy TM-5.3 High Desert Corridor

      We support the development of the High Desert Corridor to improve the regional goods movement network and foster economic development in the North Desert region.

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    6. Policy TM-6.2 Economic potential

      We seek to maximize the economic development potential of County airports.

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    7. Policy TM-6.3 Regional airports

      We advocate for expanded passenger and cargo service at regional airports.

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  • Goals
    1. Goal NR-6 Mineral Resources

      Mineral resource zones that allow extraction industries to continue supporting the regional and national economy while minimizing negative impacts on the public and natural environment

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  • Policies
    1. Policy RE-1.3

      Promote the local economic benefits of energy efficiency retrofits.

      • RE 1.3.1: Support workforce development and certification for green trades.
      • RE 1.3.2: Provide networking opportunities to connect local contractors with energy efficiency retrofit programs such as the PACE program and Energy Upgrade California.
      • RE 1.3.3: Encourage energy efficiency retrofit projects as components of adaptive re-use of historic structures.
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    2. Policy RE-3.7

      Continue to foster local economic benefits of renewable energy facilities through community involvement.

      • RE 3.7.1: Require CORE project development applications to be sponsored or co-sponsored by local users who will be the primary consumers of the energy generated by the projects.
      • RE 3.7.2: Encourage RE generation facility developers to give preference to San Bernardino County residents in hiring for construction, operation, and decommissioning of the facility.
      • RE 3.7.3: Encourage local community colleges, vocational schools, and workforce training centers to offer programs on renewable energy installation and maintenance.
      • RE 3.7.4: Encourage innovation zones for manufacturers to locate and operate in the unincorporated county to research, construct, test, and distribute renewable energy technologies
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  • Goals
    1. Goal ED-1 Unincorporated Land and Facilities

      Increased business investment in land and facilities and job growth in key unincorporated areas.

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    2. Goal ED-3 Countywide Business and Employment Growth

      Growth of new businesses, improved profitability of existing businesses, and an increased number and quality of jobs in the county.

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    Policies
    1. Policy ED-1.1 Marketing focus areas

      In unincorporated areas, we actively market sites for business park and industrial development in employment focus areas, and we actively market sites for retail and commercial businesses in commercial focus areas.

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    2. Policy ED-1.2 Infrastructure improvements

      We support and facilitate the establishment of special funding and financing mechanisms for road, water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure improvements in order to generate private investment in employment and commercial focus areas.

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    3. Policy ED-1.5 Mineral resources

      We support the extraction of mineral resources in unincorporated areas and the establishment and operation of supporting businesses throughout the county.

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    4. Policy ED-2.5 Individual assistance

      We provide job search and application assistance to residents countywide, and we provide training and education assistance to eligible individuals.

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    5. Policy ED-3.1 Countywide jobs-housing ratio

      We strive to achieve countywide job growth in excess of household growth to improve the jobs-housing ratio, reduce out-commuting, and enhance quality of life.

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    Related Materials
    1. Policy Maps ED-1 Commercial, Employment, and Industrial Redevelopment Focus Areas (PDF | WEB)
  • Policies
    1. Policy HW-1.7 Upstream issues

      We collaborate with partners to address upstream issues related to the social determinants of health and social stability (e.g., income, education, housing, neighborhood conditions, and job skills), and to reduce the occurrence of and costs associated with responding to acute and chronic conditions, while complying with federal, state, and local mandates.

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    2. Policy HW-1.14 Arrowhead Regional Medical Center

      We provide quality general and specialty health care services, operate medical residency programs, conduct community outreach and wellness programs, and act as a safety-net hospital for the countywide under-insured and uninsured. We also leverage ARMC as an economic asset to stimulate the local economy and attract investment and professionals from outside the county.

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    3. Policy HW-3.8 Attracting leisure and entertainment

      We advocate for the establishment and retention of leisure and entertainment businesses and venues, countywide, that contribute to the complete county concept.

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    1. 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.2

      Establish entrepreneurship, business training, and career development programs in partnership with local colleges and universities that empower locals to grow careers or businesses related to the Big Bear Valley economy such as outdoor recreation, high altitude training, health, wellness, and rehabilitation services, environmental science, and natural resource extraction and management.

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      Action Statement C.4

      Collaborate with the local chambers and County EDA to establish a valley-wide economic development initiative that links emerging entrepreneurs with mentors and potential investors and fosters new business development.

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      Action Statement C.5

      Identify barriers to and implement solutions for building environmentally sensitive recreational businesses (including mountain biking, rock climbing, model plane and drone flying, and high-altitude field training) on publicly owned land.

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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT A - Improve the built environment to increase quality of life for residents and businesses
      Action Statement A.3

      Coordinate with Economic Development Agency to encourage economic opportunities.

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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT C - Improve community resources available to Baker residents.
      Action Statement C.3

      Work with transit providers such as Barstow Area Transit/Victor Valley Transit Authority to develop a fixed-route or dial-a-ride transit services between Baker and Barstow, including service between Baker and Barstow Community College to provide access to school and jobs.

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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT D - Provide a thriving and vibrant local small business environment
      Action Statement D.3

      Establish a marketing plan with incentives to attract new businesses to the area.

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      Action Statement D.5

      Establish regional collaborative relationships mountain-wide between employers and high schools and local public or local non-profit junior colleges such as San Bernardino Valley College and Crafton Hills College to offer low-cost credentialing and certification programs to increase educational opportunities for employees to gain job skills.

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      Action Statement D.6

      Initiate strategies to improve communications with business and develop a Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) program.

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      Action Statement D.7

      Establish a business appreciation program, including events, webinars, and awards.

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      Action Statement D.8

      Identify and develop entrepreneurial talent in coordination with existing programs at California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) through a coaching program and entrepreneur training program, known as “Economic Gardening”.

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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT D - Encourage home-grown businesses and small enterprises that provide jobs and economic development opportunities to Muscoy residents
      Action Statement D.1

      Establish a community-based economic development initiative that promotes the development of small businesses through mentorship programs and other outside resources.

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      Action Statement D.2

      Encourage the establishment of microenterprise loan programs to improve access to capital providing small affordable loans to entrepreneurs and new businesses that may not be eligible for traditional business financing.

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      Action Statement D.3

      Encourage means and champions to develop a food-based small businesses support system with links to capacity building and training on issues such as compliance, health and safety, business planning financial management, and marketing.

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    2. 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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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT B - Promote responsible and sustainable development consistent with Lucerne Valley’s rural character
      Action Statement B.5

      Investigate methods of financing a revolving fund to assist with the rehabilitation of owner-occupied homes, which would improve the community’s aesthetics while creating local jobs for contractors and handy-men.

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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT C - Provide for a stable economy focusing on economic development, eco-tourism and Route 66 tourism
      Action Statement C.1

      Promote home based business opportunities.

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      Action Statement C.2

      Establish a small farmers market with fresh produce supplied by local farmers.

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      Action Statement C.6

      Develop an airport re-use plan that would include the potential for industrial development.

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      Action Statement C.13

      Support Newberry Springs economic development association (NSEDA) activities and efforts.

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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT B - Encourage commercial and light industrial uses in Phelan Piñon Hills.
      Action Statement B.1

      Encourage coordination between the San Bernardino County Economic Development Agency (EDA) and the Phelan and Piñon Hills Chambers of Commerce to link communications with existing businesses to the County’s business retention and expansion program.

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      Action Statement B.2

      Encourage more retail and service uses within the existing commercial zones by regularly updating the San Bernardino County Economic Development Agency (EDA) on local available sites.

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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT B - Build human capital and promote local businesses
      Action Statement B.2

      Advocate to the County Economic Development Agency to help attract local businesses to the area.

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    1. FOCUS STATEMENT B - Promote balanced growth and a viable Town Center around Mane Street.
      Action Statement B.1

      Advocate with the County to establish a commercial zoning overlay on Mane Street that restricts big box retail, encourages neighborhood commercial scale retail and lodging, and establishes flexibility for locally-grown businesses.

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