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REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: May 20, 2025
FROM: Jeremy Pagan, Development
ITEM NO. 9.4(a)
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SUBJECT: 9.4(a) --Consider the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan Emerging Concepts by the
Cit of Redding.
Recommendation
Accept presentation regarding Redding Riverfront Specific Plan Project updates and Emerging
Redding Riverfront Concepts; and provide staff with feedback and direction for development of
the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan.
Fiscal Impact
There is no impact to the General Fund by accepting this report.
Alternative Action
The City Council (Council) could choose not to accept the Emerging Redding Riverfront
Concepts and provide other direction to staff.
Background/Analysis
On January 16, 2024, the Council accepted the Vision and Guiding Principles Framework for the
Redding Riverfront Specific Plan. The vision was developed based on extensive feedback,
discussion, and refinement by the general public and the Community Coalition. That document is
a foundational piece for the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan process and represents the
overarching aspirational framework for how the community would like to see the area change,
improve, and be enhanced in the future.
City staff and the project team held a series of community workshops, stakeholder discussions,
and an online survey in the summer/fall of 2024 to solicit additional community feedback on
potential alternatives and options for the riverfront planning area. This included alternatives and
options related to: natural and cultural spaces; outdoor activities; buildings and uses; and
mobility. The Community Discussion #2 Summary includes a combined summary of community
and stakeholder feedback and comments received during the various engagement activities held
in the summer/fall of 2024.
Report to Redding City Council May 15, 2025
Re: 9.4(a) --Redding Riverfront Specific Plan Emerging Concepts by the City of Redding Page 2
Following that engagement, staff and the project team developed an Emerging Redding
Riverfront Concepts Summary. The summary includes information on the emerging Vision
Framework Diagram (proposed land uses, activities, and circulation within the plan area),
Northern Riverfront Concepts, Southern Riverfront Concepts, and a summary comparison for
how the various concepts relate back to the community's Vision and Guiding Principles
Framework reviewed by Council during the prior phase of the project.
On May 5, 2025, the Emerging Redding Riverfront Concepts were presented to the community
during a community Open. House. These materials are also available on the project website
(ww�vwt�C, lLditjgjgi rqEopM. r ). The Community Open House Engagement Summary includes
community feedback received thus far on the emerging concepts.
If Council accepts the Emerging Redding Riverfront Concepts Summary, staff will proceed with
next steps in the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan update process, which includes developing
draft specific plan language and initiating the environmental review process.
Environmental Review
Reviewing and accepting of the emerging concepts for the Redding riverfront is not a project as
defined under the California Environmental Quality Act, and no further action is required.
Council Priority/City Manager Goals
• Communication and Transparency — "Improve the quality of communication with the
public and City employees to enhance knowledge and increase transparency to improve
public trust."
• Government of the 21st Century — `Be relevant and proactive to the opportunities and
challenges of today's residents and workforce. Anticipate the future to make better
decisions today."
• Economic Development — "Facilitate and become a catalyst for economic development
in Redding to create jobs, retain current businesses and attract new ones, and encourage
investment in the community."
Attachments
^Emerging Redding Riverfront Concepts (May 2025)(color)
Vision and Guiding Principles Framework (January 2024)
Community Discussions #2 Summary (Summer 2024)
Community Open House Engagement Summary (May 2025)
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In April 2023, the Redding City
Council began a community -
led process to update the
Redding Riverfront Specific
Plan.
The purpose of this process is
to reintroduce the city and
community to the river by
creating a long-term vision for
380 acres of public and private
land and water along the
Sacramento River.
The study area
includes a range of
public and private
property along the
Sacramento River.
generallyIt is
Memorialby the Redding
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Marina Drive on the
west, the Sacramento
River on the north and
east, and Cypress
Avenue on the south.
STUDY AREA
■ Study Area Boundary
Parcel
Major Road
Canal
River Channel and Water Bodies
Boat Ramps
,i�stft'� Sundial Bridge
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Parks
Destinations
Schools
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Major Reports
and Analysis
Community
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and Visioning and Opportunities Concepts Devebpment and EM Development
Key Discussion Themes
• Recognizing past wrongs.
• Importance of public access, so there is no fear of
trespassing or being blocked by private land.
• Visibility of the region as homeland.
• Privacy during ceremonies.
• Possible areas of no disturbance for sacred sites
(especially possible burial sites).
• Co -stewardship: trimming back vegetation,
helping salmon to stabilize population, etc.
• Co -management: greater control in guiding
future use.
• "Land Back" can mean a variety of things and
can be accomplished through a variety of
methods with access, co -stewardship and
allowable cultural practices.
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Advance Redding
Anderson -Cottonwood Irrigation District
Asphalt Cowboys
Audubon Community
Chamber of Commerce
Fishing Community
Flyshop
McConnell Foundation
Northern Riverfront Tenants
North Valley Catholic Social Services (NVCSS)
Redding Rancheria
Redding Rodeo Association
Riverside Eyecare
Shasta Environmental Alliance
Southern Riverfront Property Owners
Southern Riverfront Residents
Turtle Bay
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Wintu Members and Tribe
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The community's vision for the
future of the Redding Riverfront is
the key foundational piece for the
Specific Plan process.
It represents the overarching
aspirational framework for how the
community would like to seethe
area change, improve, and be
enhanced in the future.
As the City and community move
through the Specific Plan process, all
planning concepts, ideas, designs,
policies, and programs considered
for inclusion in the plan must be
consistent with the seven Vision and
Guiding Principles.
VISION ELEMENTA I
A H EALTHY AN D RESI Ll ENT NATU PAL ENVI PON M EN I
VISION ELEMENT A
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A.1 Celebrate the immense natural A.4 Require development and
beauty of the Sacramento River activities near the Sacramento
and Redding Piverfront area. River a nd/or critica I ha bitat a reas
A.2 Protect and identify opportunities
to restore sensitive natural
communities that support
biodiversity to ensure the long-
term health of the Sacramento
River ecosystem.
A.3 Create opportunities for native fish,
animals, and birds to thrive
throughout their entire life cycles.
to be compatible, complimentary,
and low (or no) impact.
A.5 Mitigate noise and light impacts
on sensitive natural communities.
A.6 Identify opportunities to create
more public open space to support
the It re -wilding" of the Riverfront
A.7 Comply with all statutory and
regulatory requirements for the
Piverfront area.
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RESPECTING
• ELEMENT B
RESPECTING THE INDIGENOUS COMMUNI
PAST, PRESENTAND FUTURE I
B.1 Honor the deep Indigenous cultural
connections to the Redding
Riverfront area.
B.2 Engage the Indigenous community
and include them in land use,
habitat protection, recreation, and
cultural landscapes discussions and
decisions.
B.3 Protect Indigenous sacred sites and
cultural resources.
B.4 Maintain Indigenous connections
and access to • river, and
B.5 Explore opportunities and
partnerships for creating
Indigenous -owned and -operated
cultural centers and spaces.
IN
VISION ELEMENT C
ENVI PON M ENTALLY-SENSITIVE AN D ECONOM ICALLY-
VIAB LE ARTS, C U LTU RAL, AN D E NTE RTAI N M E NT VE N U El
C.1 Allow for a range of activities, events,
economic drivers, and programs
through multi -faceted, flexible
facilities, so Redding remains the
center for arts, culture, and
entertainment for the region.
C2 Support the viability and success of
historical uses and arts, cultural, sports,
and entertainment events and venues
in the area that are a key part of the
unique history and identity of
Redding.
® Ensure that new venues and
destinations are scaled and
programmed to address local and
visitor desires while also being
economically viable.
C.4 Ensure that new venues and
destinations are designed in such a
way that they are efficient to maintain
and operate, supporting their long-
term financial success.
C.5 Work with Cultural District partners to
enhance public art, cultural, and
entertainment elements so the
Riverfront is a highlight of the
designated Redding Cultural District. 19
APPROPRIATE
VISION ELEMENT D
APPROPRIATE SCALE AND USES
D.1 Require new buildings and uses to reflect D.5 For the Southern Piverfront:
the scale and character of Redding. Consider opportunities to support
D.2
local housing needs.
Design community destinations that are
Consider how development on Park
safe, well -lit, easy to access, and ADA
accessible. Marina Drive will impact existing and
future circulation to reduce
congestion.
D.3 Maintain the personality and character of 0 Create opportunities for private
the existing surrounding neighborhoods recreation and amenities on/next to
and identify opportunities to increase the quarry ponds.
neighborhood -focused amenities. 0 Consider additional commercial,
restaurants, and mixed-use projects
D.4 For the Northern Piverfront: along Park Marina Drive that are
• Create vibrant and active public uses that compatible with surrounding
support locals and visitors. neighborhoods.
• Identify ways to maintain or reduce
developed site coverage.
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VISION ELEMENT E
WO P LD -C LASS P EC P EATI 0 N AN D ACTIVITI ES
VISION ELEMENT E
'Guiding Princi�
WORLD-CLASSPECREATION AND ACTIVITIES
E.1 Provide additional opportunities E.4 Leverage the Redding Riverfront as a
for boating, fishing, kayaking, and "base camp" for outdoor enthusiast
other on -the -water activities. visiting the regions outdoor
E.2 Promote aquatic activities in areas
that are accessible and safe (e.g.,
calm water, warmer temperatures,
away from boating activities).
E.3 Promote outdoor activities and
connections to nature that support
health and wellbeing.
destinations.
E.5 Focus low -i m pact activities within
public areas and sensitive habitats
(Northern Riverfront, Sacramento
River) and more intense activities
within private outdoor spaces and
quarry ponds.
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VISION ELEMENT F
4) CONNECTED SPACES
0 VISION ELEMENT F
CONNECTEDSPACES
7.1 Expand opportunities for people t*
'I- transit bicycle,'
.2 Enhance vehicle, I
and pedestrian connections fro
existing neighborhoods to the
area, and between major I
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F.3 Identify ways to reconnect the
Northern and Southern Riverfronts
to each other and to Downtown.
F.4 Identify parking locations, types, and
management strategies to ensure
that current and future uses and
activities have adequate (but not
excessive) parking.
F.5 Require new uses and spaces to be
fu I ly ADA accessi ble; expa nd ADA
accessi bi I ity to a nd with i n existi ng
uses and neighborhoods.
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MEMORABLE
VISION ELEMENT G
MEMORABLE AND VIBRANT PLACES
G.1 Make the Redding Riverfront safe,
G.5 Leverage the current Specific Plan
visible, welcoming, and walkable.
and community process to:
G.2 Consider community gathering
0 Analyze the economic feasibility of a
spaces for the community to share,
range of private projects (new
including community gardens, dog
development, recreation).
parks and pocket parks, outdoor
E Identify public investment costs and
music venues, and public art.
grant funding opportunities (ecosystem
restoration, open space enhancements,
G.3 Create development regulations,
infrastructure, recreation).
design guidelines, and
G.6 Identify opportunities for new public
implementation strategies that are
infrastructure and operations funding
tailored to the Redding Riverfront.
mechanisms, such as Business
Improvement Districts (BID),
G.4 Identify and address any constraints
Community Facilities District (CFD), or
imposed by the State of California
Tax Increment Financing District
2019 Surplus Lands Act.
(TI FD).
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The Vision Framework
Diagram is a high-level
summary of emerging
preservation, restoration,
land use, circulation and
activation strategies for
the Piverfront area.
It is based on the Vision
and Guiding Principles,
and extensive
discussions with the
Community Coalition,
City leaders, community
interest groups, property
owners, and Redding
residents.
LAND USES
Open Space and Habitat Restoration
Active Recreation
Mixed -Use
Civic and Cultural
JIM Visitor Hospitality Core
HIM Waterfront Commercial
FAM Piverfront Office and Commercial
Medium -Intensity Residential
MOBILITY
State Route 44 (freeway)
City Street
City Street (within the Riverfront area)
mmm On -Street Bicycle and Pedestrian Path
=== River Greenway Trail
EMNew or Improved Intersection
ACTIVITIES
Boat Ramps
Indigenous Cultural Space
Commercial Recreation
New Bicycle/Pedestrian Crossing
00 400 800 1200
1!5�__FT (1)
The diagram includes
the following:
Land Uses
General areas where preservation,
restoration, recreation and/or
development activities are allowed
or not allowed.
Mobility
Changes to the circulation network
necessary to improve safety, multi-
modal access and circulation.
Activities
Specific areas for key features,
amenities and activities.
LAND USES
rxxti� Open Space and Habitat Restoration
Active Recreation
Mixed -Use
Civic and Cultural
JIM Visitor Hospitality Core
XNE Waterfront Commercial
FAM Riverfront Office and Commercial
��� Medium -Intensity Residential
MOBILITY
State Route 44 (freeway)
City Street
City Street (within the Riverfront area)
mmm On -Street Bicycle and Pedestrian Path
mmm R iver G reenway Tra i l
EMNew or Improved Intersection
ACTIVITIES
Boat Ramps
Indigenous Cultural Space
Commercial Recreation
New Bicycle/Pedestrian Crossing
00 400 800 1200
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ALLOWED USES
➢ Intended as a preservation tool - allowed uses are
limited to those which are consistent with the
undeveloped nature of the lands, such as habitat
restoration, passive recreation, and community
and sacred gathering spaces.
➢ Provides corridors for trails, public utilities, streets,
and other necessary public improvements.
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DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
ALLOWED USES
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gatherings, active programming and events, and
similar uses.
➢ Allows limited, smaller -scale commercial that is
accessory to the recreational use is permitted.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
ALLOWED USES
Provides areas for new neig borhoods with a mix
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➢ Ensures an appropriate mix and intensity of uses
with a dense concentration of activity in the core
and lower densities extending outward.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
ALLOWED USES
➢ Provides a dedicated space for major public civic,
arts, cultural, and sports venues that serve the
needs of the Redding community and visitors.
➢ Allows flexibility for activities to be located both
within buildings and outdoors, depending on the
type and format of the event.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
ALLOWED USES
➢ Provides space for visitor centers, hotels and
lodging, restaurants, and smaller conference
facilities, supported by accessory retail uses.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
ALLOWED USES
➢ Provides space for professional office, retail,
service commercial, and sit-down restaurant uses
with appropriate and compatible accessory uses.
➢ Allows rest homes, nursing homes, daycare
facilities, religious, educational, cultural, and
public utility uses.
➢ Requires smaller -scale development given parcel
sizes and depths.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
ALLOWED USES
➢ Provides space for retail stores, offices, personal -
services, financial, sit-down restaurant, and
personal services uses with appropriate and
compatible accessory uses.
➢ Allows private schools, day-care facilities,
convalescent hospitals, religious, educational,
cultural, and public utility uses.
➢ Allows larger -scale development given parcel
sizes and depths.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
ALLOWED USES
➢ Provides space for multiple -family housing
ranging from townhouses to apartments. Note
that this is an existing use already within the
Riverfront area.
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STRATEGIES
➢ Work with local Wintu tribes, environmental
scientists, biologist and Federal/State agencies
to complete fish and wildlife habitat
restoration projects in the Northern Riverfront.
➢ Ensure these projects focus on the removal of
invasive species and bringing back native
plant and animal species to the area.
M*111 Creek HaWltat Restorabon - Walla Walla, WA
Saw Mill River Restoration - Westchester Courity, NY Red Cliff Wetlands Restoration - WI
STRATEGIES
➢ Create an interconnected network of low -
impact trails, bridges, walkways and viewing
platforms along the Sacramento River and
through natural areas in the Northern
Riverfront.
➢ Create a series of unique destinations for
people to rest, view nature and the river, and
increase connections to the natural
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* Similar facilities currently exist in the Study Area
Chattahoochee Nature Center -- Roswell, GA
Chattahoochee Nature Center - Roswell, GA
STRATEGIES
➢ Create a dedicated space within the Northern
Riverfront, adjacent to the Sacramento River,
that can be used by the Wintu people for:
a. Prayer, reflection, healing and
re -at e ti W, rlp * c e.
Land-based language, engagement,
and education.
c. Access and revitalization of river lifeways.
d. Art making, storytelling, and visibility.
e. Other activities.
Reddiing Rodeo Grounds - Redd i ng, CA
The Squamish LiPwat Cultural Centre - Va nCOLAvet", BC
STRATEGIES
➢ Consolidate civic and cultural venues in the
core of the Northern Riverfront to provide a
greater buffer from the Sacramento River and
to create more efficient operations.
➢ Focus on maintaining the current (2025) event
capacity of approximately 5,000 to 8,000
person events, but in new or remodeled
facilities that allow for modernization, better
programming, and additional types of events
and activities (recreational sports
tournaments).
* Similar facilities currently exist in the Study Area
Tahoe Blue Event Center - Stateline, NV
Ford Idaho Center--- Nampo, ID
Heartland Events Center- Grand Island, NE
Margaret Cour't Areana New York, NY
Key Aspects of
This Option ...
LEGEND
1. Grandstand improvements
with increased seating over
chutes and pens.
2. Enhanced vendor and
spectator promenade.
3. Temporary Rodeo livestock
a rea.
4. VIP/Heritage Club over rough
stock chutes.
S. RV Hookups to support
Rodeo and other events.
6. Civic Auditorium interior
enhancements.
7. New entrance lobby and
concession area.
Key Aspects of
This Option ...
LEGEND
1. Grandstand.
2. Shared Space.
3. Clubhouse
4. Heritage Center
S. Concessions and Restrooms
6. New 150'x 300' Area.
7. Civic Auditorium interior
enhancements.
8. New entrance lobby, concession
area, and flexible 40,000 square
foot event center.
9. Temporary Rodeo livestock area.
10.RV Hookups to support Rodeo
and other events.
11. Reserve space (recovered land
from current Rodeo operations).
Key Aspects of
This Option ...
1. New multi -use and multi-
function event venue. The
new facility could include a
retractable roof or opening
wall to allow both indoor and
outdoor events.
2. Reserve space (recovered
land from current Rodeo
operations).
3. Increased open space due to
the consolidation of uses in a
new faci I ity.
This graphic depicts an
initial high-level concept for
the Northern Riverfront.
The updated Specific Plan
will provide guidance on
land uses, activities,
programs, development
standards and design
guidelines.
Actual future projects
proposed on either public
or private property wiII be
reviewed by the City for
consistency with the
updated Specific Plan.
The table below identifies current programming for existing facilities (e.g., Rodeo Stadium, Civic Auditorium,
Lawn) and anticipated new capacity for the Near -Term and Long -Term options. As shown in the table,
modernized/consolidated facilities allow for better types of events while keeping the overall program
numbers largely the same (5,000 to 8,000 person events).
STRATEGIES
➢ Establish a "Riverfront Consortium" to manage all planning
and operations within the Northern Riverfront to:
a. Ensure the City maintains land ownership and
operational control over the Northern Riverfront.
b. Include representatives from the City, Rodeo, Civic,
Tribal Liaison, Turtle Bay, Sheraton, tenants, public
agencies, and other partners.
c. Coordinates decisions around events, programming,
maintenance, operations, parking management,
infrastructure improvements, security, marketing,
public relations, and other activities.
EXAMPLES
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6. City Hall, 200 N. Fifth Street- Ruhlic t)a,k,,-oi,saoa,1,)h1e, ir, the City 1-1,311 Wong Rith and State Street,,
030057. Downtown Square, 520 W. State Street- PubfK rsdrkllll; is aVdINibia al(l,ind thc, sr u,oe Addrosria4parhng an rx- found ii,-oiq Main snd Siate stiepts
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This graphic depicts an initial high-level concept for the Northern Riverfront. The updated Specific Plan will provide guidance
on land uses, activities, programs, development standards and design guidelines. Actual future projects proposed on either
public or private property will be reviewed by the City for consistency with the updated Specific Plan.
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STRATEGIES
➢ Create a new "boulevard street" with
improved vehicle, transit, bicycle, and
pedestrian access between the Northern and
Southern Riverfront, and to Downtown.
➢ Include a second entrance/intersection into
the Northern Riverfront to improve visitor
access and public safety.
➢ Create opportunities for mixed-use buildings
fronting the redesigned street to support
economic development in an area that is away
from the Sacramento River.
Hilghway 44 -Existing Design
AmadorCauseway- Panama City, Panama
RichenbackerCauseway- Mian -ii, FL
EXISTING STREET DESIGN
Elevated Bridge Portion of Highway 44, Lookir)g East
I IL
River Trail
ALTERNATIVE A: MULTI -USE TRAIL
Elevated Bridge Portion of Highway 44, Looking East
Sacrament
River Trail
ALTERNATIVE B: GREENWAY RIVER PARK CONNECTOR
Elevated Bridge Portion of Highway 44, Looking East
117' Right -of -Way (approx.)
— 55'
EXISTING STREET DESIGN
Near the ACID Canal, Looking East
q
Sidewalk Bikeway
195' Right -of -Way (approx.)
65' (approximately) —
Potential New Development
ALTERNATIVE C: BOULEVARD CONCEPT
Near the ACID Canal, Looking East
15'
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Sh. WB Lane WB Lane Sh. Median Sh. EB Lane EB Lane Sh. Sidewalk/ Cottonwood Sidewalk
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This graphic depicts an
initial high-level concept for
the Southern Riverfront.
The updated Specific Plan
will provide guidance on
land uses, activities,
programs, development
standards and design
guidelines.
Actual future projects
proposed on private
pro pertywiII be reviewed by
the City for consistency with
the updated Specific Plan.
STRATEGIES
➢ Encourage "water -oriented" development that
helps build a strong relationship with the
lakes and river through strategically proposed
uses, visual and physical connections.
➢ Create new clusters of commercial (retail and
office) or community -oriented uses fronting
the lakes that benefit the local economy and
support the integration of the riverfront into
the existing public realm of the City.
spaces that sensitively respond to the unique
character of the area and include connections
to the lakes and Sacramento River.
Old Mill Dilstrilct- Bend, OR
STRATEGIES
➢ Provide varied active and passive recreational
activities for all users on or along the river.
➢ Increase opportunities for the community to
enjoy the river as a resource.
➢ Ensure that the proposed activities support
and enhance the river's natural habitat.
Lake Br*ltton - Shasta County, CA
STRATEGIES
➢ Create a separated bicycle and pedestrian trail
that helps connect people with the
Sacramento River and natural environments*.
➢ Encourage the River Greenway Trail to
connect to key commercial and dining
destinations in the Southern Riverfront.
* Similar facilities currently exist in the Study Area
American Wiver Parkway- Sacar-iento County, CA
Tahoe Lake Trail - North Shore? Tahoe, CA
Deschutes River Trail - Bend, OR
STRATEGIES
➢ Improve safety and enhance the street
environment along Park Marina Drive.
➢ Expand transit, bicycle and pedestrian
infrastructure.
➢ Strategically design the streetscape respond
to the lower -scale residential neighborhoods
along the western side and commercial/office
uses along the eastern side of Park Marina
Drive (sidewalk widths, frontage, landscaping
elements, etc.).
* Similar facilities currently exist in Redding
Nestelhorst to Downtown -- Reddi ng, CA
EXISTING STREET DESIGN
Looking North
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Right of Way (Approx)
ALTERNATIVE A: PROTECTED BIKEWAY AND MULTI -USE TRAIL
Looking North
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Frontage Sidewal Bike Lane Buffer
Travel Lane Turn Lane Travel Lane Median Two-way Frontage
48, Multi -Use Path
Curb -to -Curb (Approx)
i. 90,
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VISION ELEMENT A
A HEALTHY AND PESILIENT NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
VISION ELEMENT B
PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTUPE
■ Renewed focus on re -wilding the Sacramento
River and areas adjacent to the river.
■ A300 -foot setback from the Sacramento River
for new buildings in the Northern Riverfront.
■ Potential for additional acres of open space and
habitat restoration in the Northern Riverfront
resulting from the consolidation of civic uses.
■ Dedicated space within the Northern Riverfront
and adjacent to the Sacramento River for the
Indigenous community to hold events and
activities.
■ Potential for significant riparian and fish habitat
restoration efforts in partnership with
State/Federal agencies and Tribal partners.
■ New low -impact trails and community
gathering spaces.
■ New Riverfront Greenway Trail along the
Sacramento River.
■ Potential new Riverfront Consortium that wil
include Tribal representatives.
■ Coordination with the civic venues to hold
larger gatherings and events for the Indigenous
community.
■ Opportunities to strengthen connections to the
Sacramento River and natural environment.
The table below identifies how the various concepts relate back to the Community's Vision.
VISION ELEMENT C ■ Near- and Long -Term strategies to improve
ECONOM ICALLY VIABLE AN D TH PIVI NG ARTS, civic venues in the Northern Piverfront so they
CU LTU PAL, AN I- D E I NTEPTAINMENT VENUES can hold a greater variety of events, while not
increasing the overall capacity of events (more
efficiently hosting 8,000 person events).
Ability to enhance the Redding Rodeo through
improved and more modern facilities.
New investments in civic and cultural venues
that are economically feasible and allow
Redding to create a unique destination that
will attract top events.
New Riverfront Consortium that will organize
programs, events, parking, improvements, and
other operations.
■ Create a destination along the Sacramento River
that is unique and does not compete with other
areas in the city (such as Downtown).
The table below identifies how the various concepts relate back to the Community's Vision.
VISION ELEMENT E ■ More opportunities for lake and Sacramento
WORLD-CLASS RECEATION ANDACTIVITIE River access for people (low -impact trails).
■ More programming and events in Active
Recreation areas.
■ New boat launches.
■ Greater variety of active recreational uses in the
private lakes in the Southern Riverfront,
consistent with Federal and State requirements.
The table below identifies how the various concepts relate back to the Community's Vision.
Following City Council direction on May 20,
2025, the project team will begin preparing
the draft Redding Riverfront Specific Plan.
The new plan will build on the discussions
and materials prepared to -date on the
project.
The plan will include more detail (in the form
of specific policies and standards) about how
the Community Vision will be implemented
as new projects, including environmental
restoration projects, are proposed, reviewed
and approved in the future.
The project team will also prepare an
environmental analysis of potential impacts
and mitigation measures related to
implementation of the new Redding
Riverfront Specific Plan.
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consistent with the requirements of the
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Redding Riverfront Specific Plan I Vision and Guiding Principles Framework
In April 2023, the Redding City Council began a community -led
process to update the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan, The
purpose of this project is to reintroduce the community to
the river by creating a long-term vision for the 380 acres of
public and private land and water along the Sacramento River.
The Specific Plan document, which will be developed based
on significant community engagement and discussion, will
ultimately establish goals, policies, and development standards
to guide public and private development, land stewardship and
conservation, roadway and infrastructure projects, and other
activities within the study area. It will also include a series of
implementation strategies necessary to transform the community
vision for the Riverfront into a reality.
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The Redding Riverfront Specific Plan project area
includes a range of public and private property along
the Sacramento River, generally bounded by the
Redding Memorial Park/Park Marina Drive on the
west, the Sacramento River on the north and east, and
Cypress Avenue on the south.
The project area is adjacent to the Sacramento River
and includes major uses and destinations such as
the Sundial Bridge, Turtle Bay Exploration Park,
Redding Rodeo Grounds, Redding Civic Auditorium,
Sheraton Hotel, Aqua Golf Driving Range, Kutras Park,
and Marina RV Park, The McConnell Arboretum and
Botanical Gardens are located to the north of the area,
with Redding River Trail to the east. Redding Library,
City Hall, Redding Memorial Park, Sequoia Middle
School, and Cypress Elementary School are located to
the west of the site.
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A Specific Plan is a tool used by the
City of Redding and the community
to implement the broader direction
of the City's General Plan. It provides
specific policies and requirements for
development corresponding to a unique
geographic area. It must include a land
use plan for location and intensity of uses;
have an implementation strategy; address
public infrastructure required to serve
the area; and propose capital project and
infrastructure funding options necessary
to implement the plan. In certain
cases, a Specific Plan can go beyond
policy guidance and include detailed
development standards tailored to the
character and needs of the area.
The Specific Plan process includes robust
environmental review and documentation
under the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA), The City anticipates that
the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan will
require the creation of an Environmental
Impact Report (EIR). The EIR will evaluate
potential environmental impacts of
plan implementation. It will also include
mitigation measures to reduce these
impacts,
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The Redding Riverfront Specific Plan
is being led by the City of Redding at
the direction of the City Council. The
Project Team is made up of City of
Redding staff and consultants. In April
2023, the City hired MIG to lead the
specific plan project. MIG is a planning,
environmental, design, and engagement
firm from Sacramento. MIG is supported
by additional engagement, design, and
technical experts from Tawaw Architecture
Collaborative (Indigenous community
engagement and design), GHID
(mobility and infrastructure), Populous
(architectural design), Nichols, Melburg &
Rossetto Architects (architectural design/
local Redding conditions), and Basin
Research (cultural resources).
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Robust and transparent community involvement is vital to this project. There will be multiple opportunities for community
members to participate both in person and through online discussions during the project. The Project Team has prepared a
detailed Community Involvement Strategy (CIS) that includes engagement goals and metrics to ensure broad participation.
Over the course of the two-year process, the Project Team will ensure that there is broad community support on the vision,
goals, projects, and components included in the updated plan. This report summarizes the first major step in the project,
which is the creation of an emerging Vision and Guiding Principles Framework.
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One of the first major project activities was a series of
Community Open Houses and discussions held in August 2023.
These events provided an opportunity for the Project Team to
listen to the community and solicit ideas on a vision for Redding
Riverfront's future. They also provided a forum to hear feedback
on assets, challenges, and opportunities that will help inform the
Specific Plan. The following section summarizes the events and
community members comments, concerns, and ideas for the
future of the Redding Riverfront area.
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The City hosted two Community Open
Houses on August 14, 2023, at the Civic
Auditorium. The events were organized
as open sessions for the duration of the
time with two formal presentations given
at 2:00 p.m, and 5:30 p.m. Following
each presentation, participants were
encouraged to join a larger group
discussion facilitated by a member
of the Project Team. This provided an
opportunity for community members
to ask questions and hear from each
other. The Project Team documented
verbal comments from each large group
discussion in a wallgraphic.
Over 200 community members attended
the Community Open Houses and shared
their ideas, concerns, and vision(s) for the
future of the Redding Riverfront area.
On August 15, 2023, the Project Team
interviewed key community members,
business and property owners,
and appointed officials as an initial
engagement activity. Participants were
asked for their perspectives on key
issues and opportunities for the Redding
Riverfront that can be addressed during
the Specific Plan process.
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The Community Open House and
Community Discussions generated a
wealth of ideas, concerns, and vision
concepts for the future of the Riverfront
area. The following pages are a combined
summary of the major themes heard
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The City of Redding formed a Community Coalition to
advise the Project Team on the development of the Vision and
Guiding Principles for the Riverfront Specific Plan, Coalition
members include representatives from a variety of groups and
organizations, representing a range of community interests and
perspectives. The following section provides and overview of
the Coalition purpose and mission, membership, and meeting
structure.
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The mission and charge of the Coalition
was to develop a Vision Statement and
Guiding Principles for land within the
study area that will be presented to
the broader community for review and
feedback. During their meetings, they
reviewed, evaluated, and discussed
information and concepts for the study
area, including future uses and areas of
preservation and/or rehabilitation. They
also assessed the feasibility of a range of
uses and activities in the study area, with
the support of technical data and analysis
provided by the Project Team.
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Working with the Project Team, the City
selected 20 people to be members of
the Community Coalition, The goal was
to form a group that could represent a
range of perspectives and insights related
to the Redding Riverfront area. The final
Community Coalition composition (shown
to the right) included property owners,
business owners, residential tenants, City
Commissioners, residents, and individuals
representing the Redding Rodeo
Association, non -profits, Wintu Tribe,
Redding Rancheria, Redding Chamber of
Commerce, environmental organizations,
and mobility organizations.
The Community Coalition convened for
four public meetings in October and
November 2023. Each meeting lasted
approximately two hours and was held on
a Monday night at Redding City Hall. The
meetings were live streamed and there
were opportunities for public comment at
the end of the agenda. Public comments
were made either in-person or via email to
info@reddingriverfront.org.
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The Coalition reviewed the Riverfront Specific Plan project
purpose and schedule, area history and current context, overall
project goals, and community feedback from the August
2023 Open Houses. The Coalition provided comments on the
Riverfront's assets, opportunities, and challenges.
The Coalition reviewed existing conditions information,
including initial cultural resources, biological resources,
mobility, parking, circulation, and economic trends. The
Coalition provided feedback on emerging common vision
elements and key long-term desires for the Riverfront area.
The Coalition reviewed a draft Riverfront Vision and Guiding
Principles Framework (diagram and document). The Coalition
provided feedback to help refine the draft Vision and Guiding
Principles Framework,
The Coalition reviewed an updated draft Riverfront Vision
and Guiding Principles Framework. The Coalition provided
feedback to help further refine the draft Vision and Guiding
Principles Framework, so it is ready for City Council review.
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The community's Vision for the future of the Redding
Riverfront is the key foundational piece for the Specific Plan
process. It represents the overarching aspirational framework for
how the community would like to see the area change, improve,
and be enhanced in the future. While the final content of the
Specific Plan is not known currently, it is envisioned to include
a combination of land use policies, development standards and
requirements, cultural enhancement and preservation projects,
and environmental protection policies and requirements. As the
City and community move through the Specific Plan process,
alI planning concepts, ideas, designs, policies, and programs
considered for inclusion in the plan must be consistent with
the Vision and Guiding Principles outlined in this document.
The following section presents the emerging Vision and Guiding
Principles that were developed based on community ideas and
refined by the Community Coalition.
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Seven Vision Elements (shown on the
diagram on the following page) build
on the key assets in the Riverfront area
and address the major challenges and
opportunities facing both the City and the
community. Each of them are intentionally
aspirational — identifying partnerships,
processes, activities, and changes that
will ensure the Riverfront area remains a
focal point for the community and visitors,
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with a range of activities and uses, while
also advancing environmental protection,
habitat enhancement, and public access
and amenities.
Each Vision Element is further supported
by a series of specific Guiding Principles
that identify measurable objectives and
outcomes. These principles provide a
framework or roadmap for evaluating
concepts, designs, and ideas that are
generated during the Specific Plan
process. All components of the Specific
Plan, including regulations and funding
mechanisms, must be consistent with
the Guiding Principles, Furthermore, the
Guiding Principles work in parallel with
one another, and no principle is more or
less important than the other.
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A HEALTHY AND RESILIENT
) NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
A.1 Celebrate the immense natural A.5 Mitigate noise and light impacts on
beauty of the Sacramento River and sensitive natural communities.
Redding Riverfront area.
A.2 Protect and identify opportunities
to restore sensitive natural
communities that support
biodiversity to ensure the long-term
health of the Sacramento River
ecosystem.
A.3 Create opportunities for native
fish, animals, and birds to thrive
throughout their entire life cycles.
A.4 Require development and activities
near the Sacramento River and/
or critical habitat areas to be
compatible, complimentary, and low
(or no) impact.
A.6 Identify opportunities to create more
public open space to support the
"re -wilding" of the Riverfront area.
A.7 Comply with all Federal, State, and
local statutory and regulatory
requirements for the Riverfront area,
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4DVISION ELEMENT B
RESPECTING THE INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY:
PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE
B.1 Honor the deep Indigenous cultural B.4 Maintain Indigenous connections and
connections to the Redding access to land, river, and animals.
Riverfront area.
B.2 Engage the Indigenous community
and include them in land use, habitat
protection, recreation, and cultural
landscapes discussions and decisions
B.3 Protect Indigenous sacred sites and
cultural resources.
B.5 Explore opportunities and
partnerships with the Indigenous
community for creating an
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VISION ELEMENT C
ECONOMICALLY VIABLE AND THRIVING ARTS,
CULTURAL, AND ENTERTAINMENT VENUES
C-1 Allow for a range of activities,
events, economic drivers, and
programs through multi -faceted,
flexible facilities, so Redding remains
the center for arts, culture, and
entertainment for the region.
C.2 Support the viability and success
of historical uses and arts, cultural,
sports, and entertainment events and
venues in the area that are a key part
of the unique history and identity of
Redding.
C.3 Ensure that new venues and
destinations are scaled and
programmed to address local and
visitor desires while also being
economically viable.
C.4 Ensure that new venues, activities,
and destinations are designed in
such a way that they are efficient to
maintain and operate, supporting
their long-term financial success.
C.5 Collaborate with Cultural District
partners to enhance public art,
cultural, and entertainment elements
so the Riverfront is a highlight of the
designated Redding Cultural District.
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D.1 Require new buildings and uses to D.5 For the Southern Riverfront:
reflect the scale and character of
„Consider Consider opportunities to
support local housing needs,
Ill Design community destinations that
are safe, well -lit, easy to access, and
ADA accessible.
D.3 Maintain the personality and
character of the existing
surrounding neighborhoods and
identify opportunities to increase
neighborhood -focused amenities
>> Create vibrant and active public
uses that support locals and
visitors.
>> Identify ways to maintain or reduce
developed site coverage.
>> Consider how development on
Park Marina Drive will impact
existing and future circulation to
reduce congestion.
>> Create opportunities for public
recreation and amenities on/next
to the quarry ponds.
>> Consider additional commercial,
restaurants, and mixed-use
projects along Park Marina
Drive that are compatible with
surrounding neighborhoods.
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VISION ELEMENT E
WORLD-CLASS RECREATION AND ACTIVITIES
EJ Provide additional opportunities for E.5
boating, fishing, kayaking, and other
on -the -water activities.
E.2 Promote aquatic activities in areas
that are accessible and safe (e.g.,
calm water, warmer temperatures,
away from boating activities).
E.3 Promote outdoor activities and
connections to nature that support
health and wellbeing.
EA Leverage the Redding Riverfront
as a "base camp" for outdoor
enthusiasts visiting the region's
outdoor destinations.
Focus low -impact activities within
public areas and sensitive habitats
(Northern Riverfront, Sacramento
River) and more intense activities
within private outdoor spaces and
quarry ponds.
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F.1 Expand opportunities for people to
connect with natural areas and the
Sacramento River,
F.2 Enhance vehicle, transit, bicycle,
and pedestrian connections from
existing neighborhoods to the area,
and between major destinations
within the area,
F.3 Identify ways to reconnect the
Northern and Southern Riverfronts
to each other and to Downtown.
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F.4 Identify parking locations, types, and
management strategies to ensure
that current and future uses and
activities have adequate (but not
excessive) parking.
F.5 Require new uses and spaces to be
fully ADA accessible; expand ADA
accessibility to and within existing
uses and neighborhoods.
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VISION ELEMENT G
MEMORABLE AND VIBRANT PLACES
G.1 Make the Redding Riverfront safe, G.5 Leverage the Specific Plan and
visible, welcoming, and walkable. community process to:
G.2 Consider community gathering
spaces for the community to share,
including community gardens, dog
parks and pocket parks, outdoor
music venues, and public art,
G.3 Create development regulations,
design guidelines, and
implementation strategies that are G.6
tailored to the Redding Riverfront.
G.4 Identify and address any constraints
imposed by the State of California
2019 Surplus Lands Act.
)> Analyze the economic feasibility
of a range of private projects (new
development, recreation).
>> Identify public investment costs
and grant funding opportunities
(ecosystem restoration,
open space enhancements,
infrastructure, recreation).
Identify opportunities for new public
infrastructure and operations
funding mechanisms, such as
Business Improvement Districts
(BID), Community Facilities District
(CFD), or Tax Increment Financing
District (TIFID).
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The Vision and Guiding Principles outlined in this report are
just the starting point for the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan
process. This document represents the culmination of Phase I
of the project. There will be many opportunities for community
discussions throughout the course of the two-year project.
Project Kick-off and Visioning
June 2023 — January 2024
PHASE 2
Analysis and Opportunities
October 2023 — March 2024
Plan Concepts Development
April 2024 — June 2024
Specific Plan Development and CEQA
June 2024 — June 2025
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The City is committed to designing and
implementing an inclusive and dynamic
community engagement process to
ensure the Redding Riverfront Specific
Plan project is based on robust and
genuine feedback from the entire
community, including civic and city
leaders, the Indigenous community,
property and business owners, current The community is encouraged to visit
tenants and lease holders, topical interest the project website to stay up -to -
organizations (e.g., mobility advocates,
environmental groups), tourism and
economic development groups, and
residents. As such, the development of
the specific plan will require inclusive
engagement during each project phase.
date on meetings, workshops, draft
materials, reports and analysis, and other
components of the project. The website
is the community's resource page for all
items related to the Riverfront area. While
on the website, you can add your email
to receive periodic email blasts and other
project updates. There is also an area to
share comments about the Riverfront area
or the process. Scan the QR code below
to visit the project website.
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In April 2023, the Redding it Council an a
community -led process to update the Redding
Riverfront Specific Ian® The purpose of this project is
to reintroduce the city and community to the river by
creating a long-term vision for 380 acres of public
and private land and water along the Sacramento
In Summer 2024, the City held the second round of
community engagement events and activities focused
on emerging Opportunities and Challenges. The
engagement included discussions on ways the Vision
and Guiding Principles Framework (approved by the
Redding City Council in January 2024) could be
applied int Riverfront through environmental
preservation/enhancement, appropriate land uses,
recreational activities, and other strategies.
The Project Team hosted two in-person Community
Workshops (June 13 and 15, 2024) and an online
Community Survey (available August to September
2024\§« present emerging opportunities and
alternatives for the Northern and Southern Riverfront
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The Community Workshops included four major agenda items.
The Project Team also developed an interactive online
Community Survey that replicated the concepts and
format of the Community Workshops. This provided
an additional opportunity for the community to
provide feedback and ideas on the emerging
Survey participants provided reactions to each
concept initially discussed during the Community
Discussions workshops. Additionally, they were asked
to place uses by dropping icon pins on a digital map in
the location they though it was most appropriate.
Participants had the ability to add as any or as few
Approximately 900 people participated int online
Community Survey.
The following is a combined summary oft major
themes and findings from of the Community
Workshops and the Community Survey. The summary
is organized into the following sections-
➢ Land Use Concepts
This section summarizes the top priority uses from
each category, according to participants.
➢ Priority Locations for Uses or Activities
This section provides information on the
participants' preferred locations for each land use
opportunity.
➢ Key Challenges
This section highlights the challenges identified
by the community of the different land use
opportunities.
Natural and Cultural Spaces
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Protect and restore the sensitive natural Focus on increasing opportunities for outdoor
environment to improve land and water areas that recreation activities that are compatible and
serve as habitat spaces for different animals and complimentary to in ,s riverfront context and
fish tothrive. leave little (or no) impact on the environment.
* Protect habitat, resources, buildings, and 0 Strategically increase community access to the
properties from flooding impacts. Sacramento River and other natural areas within the
* Preserve sites with deep cultural significance and project area through elevated, low -impact viewing
increase awareness of Indigenous culture through platforms.
dedicated learning and education areas, is M Ensure that the planned outdoor activities are
could be owned and/or run by the Indigenous inclusive and accessible by people of all ages and
community. abilities like designated spaces for fishing activity
near the river.
Provide activities and facilities that cater to both the
local community and visitors.
Buildings and Uses
M Increase opportunities to access and interact with the
Sacramento River by creating experiences like
riverfront dining and some retail storefronts.
0 Ensure that the materials used are context -sensitive
E Focus on developing new building design guidelines
that reflect the existing scale and character of
Redding.
Upgrade existing indoor and outdoor event venues
with strategically identified enhancements, to
improve their efficiency and all -year round usage.
Increase public amenities like community gathering
spaces, outdoor event venues and multi-purpose
facilities to benefit the local community and visitors.
E Preserve native flora and fauna by considering the
Mobility
Improve and increase connectivity between the
Northern and Southern Riverfront areas across
Highway 44.
Prioritize pedestrian and bike safety by providing
additional street infrastructure like separated bike
paths and safe crosswalks along Park Marina Drive
and river crossings.
Provide adeqUate parking infrastructure that is low
impact with green spaces, trees and other green
strategies.
Better design and manage parking within the
Northern Riverfront.
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The Community Workshops and Community Survey
included the same polling exercise. Participants were
asked to react to various planning concepts grouped
under the following categories -
Participants were as to react to each idea by
choosing one of the following options -
i really like it
it is worth considering
i don "t like it
The following is a combined summary of all the results
from the two workshops and online survey. It includes
both the polling and a "heat map" for where
participants It that us s) is most appropriate.
Online survey results are in dark green and workshop results are in light green on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark green and workshop results are in light green on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark green and workshop results are in light green on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark green and workshop results are in light green on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark green and workshop results are in light green on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark blue and workshop results are in light blue on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark blue and workshop results are in light blue on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark blue and workshop results are in light blue on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark blue and workshop results are in light blue on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark blue and workshop results are in light blue on the chart.
The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark purple and workshop results are in light purple on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark orange and workshop results are in light orange on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark orange and workshop results are in light orange on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark orange and workshop results are in light orange on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark orange and workshop results are in light orange on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
Online survey results are in dark orange and workshop results are in light orange on the
chart. The map depicts the concentration of participants choices for the most appropriate
locations for each use. Participants were allowed to provide multiple locations.
During the two Community Workshops, participants
were organized into a series of small groups. Each
group had a map and each participant was given a set
of image chips and sticker -icons (corresponding to the
initial planning ideas). Participants were asked to
choose
is planning ideas they preferred, and
whether they preferred each of the chosen ideas for
the Northern or Southern Riverfront sub -area.
Using the sticker -icons, they had the option to locate
their ideas within the project area. Group facilitators
then reported back each group's top three 'priority
ideas' for the Northern and Southern Riverfront sub-
areas. The following pages show the combined
summary of all responses to the small group exercises.
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Outdoor Activities -
Dedicated fishing areas
Elevated, low -impact viewing platforms
Low -impact recreation
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centers/spaces
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Community gathering space
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Riverfront dining
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Separated bicycle and pedestrian
path
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The following results are from a final,
optional question int interactive
mapping version of the engagement
that asked participants "Please
provide any additional ideas or
thoughts." Over 500 respondents
chose to clarify or add to their
responses to earlier ustins® The
following table summarizes a
categorization of these responses by
topic and sub -topic. For the most
frequently mentioned topics, the
sub -topics identify support and
opposition. "Other" sub -topics
capture ideas that are not strongly
indicating a sentiment.
For all additional comments, ideas
and responses received in the
community survey, refer to
Appendix A.
REDDING, Redding Riverfront Specific Plan
C A L I F 0 VN I AV,
COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE:
ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY
Pr Ject Overview
01
|nApril 2023,the Redding City Council began ocommunity-led process toupdate the
Redding Riverfront Specific Plan. The purpose of this project is to reintroduce the
community to the river bycreating along-term vision for the 380acres ofpublic and private
land and water along the Sacramento River. The Specific Plan document, which will be
developed based onsignificant community engagement and discussion, will ultimately
establish goals, policies, and development standards toguide public and private
development, land stewardship and conservation, roadway and infrastructure projects, and
other activities within the study area. It will also include a series of implementation strategies
necessary totransform the community vision for the Riverfront into a reality.
Community Open House Overview
The purpose of the Community Open House was to solicit the community's feedback on
emerging Riverfront concepts. This interactive Open House provided them with an opportunity
Review and provide feedback onthe emerging concepts.
Share additional ideas, insights and perspectives.
Learn about the City's planning process and ways they can stay involved.
A series of stations were located around the room. Each station provided information on the
project and the emerging concepts. Community members were encouraged to walk around
the room to view project updates, the Vision and Guiding Principles Framework, Vision
Framework Diagram, emerging concepts for both the Northern and Southern Riverfronts, and
project next steps. The City's project team was available to answer questions and discuss the
various concepts.
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Collage of event photos from the Community Open House
Major Themes and Feedback
The following is a summary of the major themes and feedback provided by the community
during the Community Open House.
• Many community members favored the River Greenway Trail concept. They liked
that the trail system improved connectivity and access to the river.
• Many community members felt the need for permanent "conservation easements"
in the areas identified as open space and habitat restoration.
• Many community members felt it was important to consider the 100 -year floodplain
and related strategies while planning new developments along the riverfront.
• Many community members felt it was important to enhance Redding's beauty by
preserving and increasing natural areas, having consistent setbacks from the river,
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having unique identity and architectural character that sensitively responds to
natural setting of the riverfront.
• Several community members felt that any new development along Park Marina
Drive should strategically maintain and/or create visual connections with the ponds.
• Several community members expressed concerns about parts of the trail passing
through private residential properties.
• Several community members felt that the Southern Riverfront should be activated
with retail (restaurants, cafes, bookstores) and/or mixed uses that would invite more
people and increase safety in the area.
• Several community members suggested a whitewater park as an attraction in the
Southern Riverfront.
• While many community members favored the long-term option of having a single
multi-purpose event venue, some favored keeping the existing Rodeo grounds and
Civic Auditorium and making focused upgrades to them. There were suggestions
for the multi-purpose event venue to have a retractable roof that can be opened or
shut based on the type of event.
• Many community members favored the transition of Highway 44 to a city street.
They favored both the river greenway park and the multi -use trails on both sides.
Several community members had reservations to this concept given its likely high
cost and regulatory hurdles. In addition, many community members favored the
idea of having a second entry -exit connection to the Northern Riverfront.
• Many community members suggested having conservation easements in the area
identified for open space and natural habitat restoration.
• Several community members felt there is a need for more parking to accommodate
the increased activities in the Northern Riverfront. There were suggestions for
structured parking instead of large surface parking lots.
• Several community members felt that area reserved for the Indigenous Cultural
Center should be larger. There were suggestions for integrating Indigenous history
into the overall trail system.
• Several community members expressed concerns regarding retaining existing
businesses and residences.
• Several community members suggested a larger outdoor music platform and
space by the Sacramento River with sunshades or increasing the usage of the
current riverfront amphitheater through events, performances, etc.
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* A few community members expressed concerns regarding the formation of a
Riverfront Consortium, as they felt it could be a cumbersome process.
* Many community members liked the River Greenway Trail concept and felt that b
would increase connectivity and access throughout the hverfront.
* Many community members expressed concerns regarding the impacts of flooding,
particularly in the Southern Riwerfront.
* Many community members favored making Park Marina Drive more pedestrian and
bicycle friendly. There were additional suggestions for adding charging stations for
scooters and increasing shaded outdoor spaces for the public.
* Many community members favored Alternative C and C>for Pork Marina [)rive
redesign, since they maximize pedestrian circulation and amenities by reducing
increasing sidewalk widths nnboth sides ofthe street.
* Some community members liked Alternative B for the Park Marina Drive redesign
because it retained parking on both sides Vfthe street.
r Some community members felt that Park Marina Drive should remain as it is.
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COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE: EMERGING w*ERFRonxCONCEPTS
Appendix A: All Comments
The following is a transcription of all poster and Post -It Note comments received during the
Community Open House.
VISION AND GUIDINGPRINCIPLES ISIFRAMEWORK DIAGRAM
• Conservation easements on open space in Northern Riverfront.
• Factor in 100 -year flood plain.
• Private street -residential area.
• Boardwalk into Kutras pond sidewalk.
• Redding cultural district -only a few mentions.
• Retain residential properties.
• Activate S.R. with retail/food.
• Maintain views of ponds/visual connections.
• I love all the interconnected trails - keep+add to them.
• Maintain views along Park Marina and less building.
• Make sure the architecture flows with the land like Frank Lloyd Wright.
• I see dream agendas and other cities, where is Redding? Give it identity. Don't copy
others.
• D1 -doesn't allow for attractions such as Sundial Bridge.
• Mix of housing with commercial on PMD for eyes om area/safety @ all times.
• Don't realign PMD to be on Washington.
• (Free) electric street cars in a riverfront circuit (like Portland near Powell's).
• Make it pedestrian -friendly.
• Whitewater park -artificial river wave for kayaking/surfing.
• Emphasize Redding's Beauty!
• Protect the Residential area from additional traffic flow.
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* Where isthe RkverfrontAmphitheatre?
* Conservation easement.
w
How is this different to the civic lawn? Amphitheatre sports rentals? What is
intended here?
r 8000!Way too lerge!!
~ | don't want more businesses along the river. Blocks view and destroys ecosystems.
* Have consistent setback of300ftfrom top ofthe bank ofSacramento River.
* 150'istoo close tothe river. And better tohave natural!
w KJ{)!! Multi -family housing etc., Keep it natural.
* Nonew buildings ever?
* | don't want more buildings here.
* Add access via Eureka way instead!
* No turning Highway 44 into a surface street.
* Fire and emergency access/evacuation is currently great with 44. Fear realignment
and stop lights dangerous.
* Permanent Easements onopen space.
* Love elevated trail loop concept!
• Park Marina Drive landscaped center divided and walking trail.
* | support the bike trails.
• Floodplain.
NORTHERN RIVERFRONT CONCEPTS
w Add aparking garage.
* For outdoor events (like on lawn@ civic) public restroornsto handle crowds.
e Trailer parking for boat launch, staging and preparation.
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COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE: EMERGING wIVERFRomT CONCEPTS
* Indigenous cultural area should bemore expansive.
* Integrate indigenous history into the trail system.
* Keep Viking Skating Rink (upgrade).
w |donot want anindoor Rodeo -just fix the current.
* Love the bike/ped trails, especially the connection toTrinity.
* Conservation easement potential?
* | really like the long-term option Bw/the multi -use event center.
* Larger outdoor music platform and space bythe river with sun shades.
* Multi -use venue should have aroof that can open/close depending onevent and
weather.
* Rodeo shouldn't take priority over tbayorcivic.
° What does active recreation mean? Open grass field for soccer /frisbee other or
paved courts for pickle ball.
* What happens toexisting businesses.
• Make signage easier and synced.
° Keep Highway 44.
* Interim plan adapt civic lawn for year-round use.
* Reorganize access toconvention center sooutdoor concerts are not bisected by
road.
w Keeo/adaptCkvic Auditorium.
* Please keep Rodeo and beopen tobringing Redding into the 21stcentury.
r RVhookups that are accessible and useful.
° Like our old -school western Rodeo arena. Indoor feels like Vegas.
* | like the long-term rnulti'usefadlity.
* Nice concept (long-term facility).
* Access through the cemetery and keep 44.Dread more rounclaboutsand traffic
lights on 44.
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COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE: EMERGING wIVERFRomT CONCEPTS
* Turtle Bay parking isinadequate now.
* Can existing riverfrort stage beused more?
* Parking lots need more trees.
* Yay! A 2nd entry from 44 to riverfront.
w Community Sports, Cultural and Arts District seems cumbersome.
r Consortium must not include McConnell.
* Include raft orkayak orcanoe rentals.
r What dothe facilities dotoachieve positive annual cash flow? (revenue greater
than cost) Lessons for Redding? (Other than creative arcounting).
w Clarify what is streets vs bike/ped trail on the diagram.
• Biking connections or ped.
° Do not take highway 44 out. I'm in favor of another interchange onto 44 from rodeo
area x1.
° Don't move cemetery graves.
* Rodudng#oflanes on44asRedding iagetting busier? That might not beagood
idea'rnoneaccidents.
* | agree with them that taking 44out would be terrible.
* Let's create an alternative cut and cover Highway 44 to underground the traffic.
* Should mixed use buildings have alimited number nfstories?
* Great idea to make 44 into a boulevard! Integrates the concept slows traffic, makes
it safer for all traffic participants.
• We prefer Alt B Highway 44to redesign multi -use trails on both sides.
° Alt BGreenway River Park Connector: This one, yes.
• Please consider aconservation easement.
e Agree conservation easements development.
e Yes to conservation easement.
* Information on indigenous culture would be more accessible and fascinating.
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COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE: EMERGING mmERFRonnCONCEPTS
• No gambling industry in plan -please.
SOUTHERN RIVERFRONT CONCEPTS
• River trail -yes! Flooding?
• Love the southern riverfront plan with trails. Hate the freeway removal on the
northern plan.
• Bike trail Alt A.
• Recharging points for mobility -scooters.
• Maximum vehicle/mobility +Speed on a pedestrian road.
• On pedestrian roadways.
• Maximum quantity fish catch and release.
• Old mill district plan in Bend is great.
• American River Parkway trail in Sacramento is not safe.
• Please create shade+shaded outdoor areas into all designs.
• Pedestrian friendly road. Connect to service, notjust to trail system. To library,
grocery stores etc.
• Riverfront is valuable and should only have properties that take full advantage like
retail/apartment or homes.
• Truck and boat trailer parking.
• Love this southern section concept.
• Love the bike trail at Kutras.
• Love River trail greenway! Connect to destinations to the south.
• Flood impacts!
• Parking on both sides. Alt B I agree with this one.
• B looks nice.
• Dog Poop regulations especially on pedestrian roadways.
• We need a turn lane. Otherwise will create traffic buildup.
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COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE: EMERGING RIVERFRONT CONCEPTS
* Actual photos would bmeasier Lnunderstand.
w | like 2 lanes of cars along park marina so | like A or B.
* Park Marina center divider with landscaping divided traffic.
w Like Alt O for the Park Marine Redesign.
* Maximize pedestrian use
* /\|t O loved it!
* Alt D: This is the most citizen/business friendly option D.
9 Like option C&D with less lanes of traffic.
* I like 2 lanes each way and 2 bike lanes. Keep existing orA.
SUMMARY AND NEXT STEPS
9 Fines for loitering (missing trash cans). Improper waste disposal.
* Public post of criteria for use of entertainment venues+spaces.
w
Element B'Good start need todevelop this idea much more. Also include land and
water access, management. Access to plants for cultural purposes. Also need to
follow vvintu guidance to protect graves and cultural resources throughout the
entire riverfrontanoa.
* Tribal voices @the table -yes!
* Leave river bed alone.
w White water park.
* White water and kayak areas.
• Leave riverbed along, nodevelopment in river.
* Why increased use and impact? It is nice to have space. |f| wanted crowded | would
gotothe city.
* NEPA for federal permits for new bridges for bike/ped? Any federal funds involved
for anything? Or NEPA later?
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For additional comments, please refer to the Comment Cards (attached) and visit the public
comments section on the project website: https://www.reddin riverfront.or �Zcom-ments.
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