Below you will find detailed updates on all ongoing construction and improvement projects within our parks and recreational facilities. Our focus is on enhancing accessibility, preserving natural resources, and improving infrastructure to ensure high-quality experiences for the community. Here, you can track project progress, view timelines, and learn about key developments as we continue to invest in the future of Riverside County's parks. We invite you to stay informed as we work toward creating sustainable and dynamic spaces for all visitors. For future bids, check out: https://colbisecurebids.com/
CIP Projects
Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) are a key component of RivCoParks commitment to enhancing park infrastructure and public spaces. These projects involve significant investments in the development, renovation, and expansion of facilities to better serve the community. From new park amenities and recreational facilities to environmental restoration and infrastructure upgrades, our CIP initiatives are designed to meet the growing needs of residents and visitors.
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PK-9742 Stagecoach Stop Park at Gilman Ranch
Project Scope: The grant-funded project will result in the development of a new community center, parking, lighting, ADA paths, among other amenities at at Gilman Historic Ranch and Wagon Museum
Funding: State of California, Regional Park Program, Prop 68 State of California
Project Budget: $6.05 million
Consultants: RHA Landscape Architects Planners, Inc.
Estimated Completion: 2027
Status: Congressional Earmark going before appropriations committee July 2024 for $3.8 million was not approved. RHA has put construction documents on hold pending a Fault Study Investigation Report. Environmental analysis continues for CEQA compliance.
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PK-9750 Trujillo Adobe Restoration Project
Project Scope: Restore the Trujillo Adobe and acquire land to add to the site
Funding: State of California
Project Budget: $10.4 million
Consultants: RHA Landscape Architects Planners, Inc.
Estimated Completion: 2027
Status: Appraisals for properties received and working with real estate team to finalize them and determine next steps.
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PK-7308 Butterfield Trail – Stoffer Property Staging Area
Project Scope: Environmental and Preliminary Engineering for a staging area and three miles of trail.
Funding: DIF
Project Budget: $239,000
Consultants: UltraSystems
Estimated Completion: 2024
Status: Environmental and engineering continues on trail design.
ARPA Projects
ARPA Projects, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), play a vital role in Riverside County Parks' efforts to enhance infrastructure and community spaces. These projects focus on improving public facilities, expanding access to recreational opportunities, and creating safer, more inclusive environments for all visitors. With ARPA funding, we are accelerating the development of key park initiatives that strengthen and enrich our parks and sites for the benefit of the community. Explore our ARPA projects to see how we are investing in the future of our parks.
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PK-ARPA003 Lake Skinner Sewer/Water
Consultant: IDS Group
Parks PM: Oscar Ricardo
ARPA Budget: $1.5 million
Construction: Nov ‘24-Aug ‘25 PS&E Complete: 100%
Authorization to Bid: Aug 27, 2024
Open Bids: Sep 19, 2024
Awarded Bid: Nov 5, 2024
Project Description: Replacement of damaged or inoperable water valves in Campground A, B, and C; installation of new backflows.
Project Update: RivCoParks is packaging this project along with PK-ARPA004. Repaving, and PK-ARPA011 Boat Launch projects for authorization to bid on August 27, 2024.
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PK-ARPA004 Lake Skinner Repaving Projects
Consultant: TLMA
Parks PM: Oscar Ricardo
ARPA Budget: $1.8 million
Construction: Jan-Feb 2025
PS&E Complete: 99%
Authorization to Bid: August 27, 2024
Open Bids: September 19, 2024
Awarded Bid: November 2024
Project Description: Resurfacing of approximately 8,020 s.f. (1.5 miles) of Warren Road from the road split just north of the park entrance check-in booth to the pedestrian crossing at the park store as you enter the park proper; modifying cross slope in select areas for better drainage conveyance and resurfacing of approximately 222,000 sf of asphalt pavement for Lake Skinner Camp Store Parking Lot.
Project Update: Plans, specs and Estimates are 100% complete and were authorized to bid by the Board of Supervisors on August 27, 2024.
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PK-ARPA011 Lake Skinner Boat Launch Repair
Consultant: Infrastructure Engineering Corporation (IEC)
Parks PM: Anthony Miller
ARPA Budget: $3 million
Construction: Nov ‘24-Aug ‘25 PS&E Complete: 99%
Authorization to Bid: Aug 27, 2024
Open Bids: September 19, 2024
Awarded Bid: November 5, 2024
Project Description: ADA upgrades to include: a new ADA walking path from the existing parking lot to boat launch #1, new ADA prefabricated restroom with attached back-office space, new ADA fish cleaning station, reconfigure the existing parking lot to meet ADA requirements/compliance and a new drive through exit lane from the boat launch ramps.
Project Update: 99% plans were delivered 8/3/24 for final review prior to FM final approval stamp. Authorization to bid approved by the Board of Supervisors 8-27-24. November 2024 is anticipated start date for construction. Metropolitan Water District has no further comments on plans & specs and will lower water levels in March 2025 so the ramp concrete can be cast in the dry.
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PK-ARPA005 Rancho Jurupa Paving
Consultant: TLMA
Parks PM: Oscar Ricardo
ARPA Budget: $3 million
Construction: Jan-Feb 2025
PS&E Complete: 95%
Authorization to Bid: August 27, 2024
Open Bid: Sept 2024
Awarded Bid: Dec 2024
Project Description: Resurfacing approximately 90,900 s.f. of the fishing lake’s parking lot and installing approximately 4,300 s.f. of new roadway pavement for the Lakeview Campground located in the west central and west southern portions the Rancho Jurupa Park.
Project Update: Plans, Specs and Estimates are 100% complete. The project was authorized to bid by the board on August 27, 2024.
ls in March 2025 so the ramp concrete can be cast in the dry.
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PK-ARPA009 Santa Ana River Bottom (SARB) Yard
Consultant: DBA
Parks PM: Anthony MIller
ARPA Budget: $5 million
Construction: Sept.’24-Oct. ‘25 PS&E Complete: 100%
Authorization to Bid: June 4, 2024
Open Bids: July 2024
Awarded Bid: August 27, 2024
Project Description: RivCoParks established a Santa Ana River Bottom Ranger Unit to work collaboratively with other county and municipal agencies to deliver compassionate and humane services to unsheltered individuals along the river bottom. This project builds a maintenance shop, office space, and meeting room for the new team as they conduct their activities.
Project Update: The Notice of Intent was issued to the lowest bidder on July 11, 2024. Contract awarded buy Board of Supervisors August 27, 2024. Mobilization anticipated to begin in September.
Environmental Determination: The Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District, as Lead Agency under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), has completed a Draft Initial Study - Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS MND). The Draft Initial Study – Mitigated Negative Declaration discloses potential environmental impacts associated with the proposed project and recommends mitigation measures to reduce any identified impacts to less than significant levels.
Tribal Consultation: RivCoParks is in consultation with Tribes pursuant to Senate Bill No. 18, enacted in 2004, and related to traditional tribal cultural places. The results of Tribal consultation will be documented, including any mitigation agreed to, in the final IS-MND.
Hazardous Materials Statement: The project site is not included on any list of hazardous waste sites prepared pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5.
Documents:
Notice of Intent (NOI)
Draft Initial Study - Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND)
Appendices:
Environmental Data Information
Public Comment Period: RivCoParks requests your written comments on the Mitigated Negative Declaration during the 20-day review period, which begins on March 11, 2024, and ends on April 1, 2024. All comments must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on the last day of the comment period. Be sure to include the name, phone number, and address in your response. Please direct your comments or questions to:
Anthony Miller
Project Manager
(951) 955-2966
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PK-ARPA013 Lawlor Lodge ADA Improvements
Consultant: BOA Architecture; Kimley Horn; CRM Tech
Parks PM: Anthony MIller
ARPA Budget: $1.5 million
Construction Start: Mar ‘25-Dec ‘25 PS&E Complete: 100%
Authorization to Bid: July 9, 2024
Open Bids: September 4, 2024
Awarded Bid: October 22, 2024
Project Description: ADA updates to Walts Cabin and Scouts Cabin located in the Lawler Lodge area. Updates include the retrofit of existing cabins to ensure entryways have appropriate widths, restrooms can provide wheelchair access, and a community space can be provided for future facility rental.
Project Update: Stamped, approved plans (FM, Fire, Environmental) final stamp received 8/8/24. Bid period opened on 8/12/24 and anticipated contract award shall be October 22, 2024. Construction shall begin March 2025 to avoid snow delays and freezing weather.
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PK-ARPA014 Kabian Memorial Park Improvements
Consultant: Kimley Horn
Parks PM: Oscar Ricardo
ARPA Budget: $1.2 million Construction: Sep ‘24 - May ‘25 PS&E Complete: 100%
Authorization to Bid: June 4, 2024
Bid Closes: July 9, 2024
Awarded Bid: August 27, 2024
Project Description: Project includes utility infrastructure updates, entryway enhancements, new restroom, playground ADA upgrades, ADA pathways, and added signage.
Project Update: Contract award approved by Board of Supervisors 8/27/2024.
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PK-ARPA010 Santa Ana River Trail Wayfinding (SART)
Consultant: Alta Planning
Parks PM: Oscar Ricardo
ARPA Budget: $1 million
Construction Start: Sept ‘24-Mar ‘25 PS&E Complete: 100%
Authorization to Bid: July 9, 2024
Open Bids: August 5, 2024
Awarded Bid: Sept 10, 2024
Project Description: Signage program for the Riverside County portion of the Santa Ana River Trail which extends from San Bernardino County to the beach in Orange County. Signage will include wayfinding, safety signs, interpretive signs, and distance markers.
Project Update: Bid closed on August 5, 2024, and the Notice of Intent was issued to the lowest bidder on August 5, 2024. Contract award to go to the Board of Supervisors meeting 9/10/2024.
Public Review Draft: Santa Ana River Trail Phase 6 Thru Green River Golf Club Environmental Documents for Public Review
To give public comments, Click Here
Santa Ana River Parkway Minimum Trail Signage and Maintenance Guidelines
- 2018 Santa Ana River Parkway and Open Space Plan
- 2018 Santa Ana River Parkway & Open-Space Plan Appendices
- 2011 Santa Ana River Trail Master Plan
- 1990 Santa Ana River Corridor Trail System Final Master Plan
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PK-ARPA016 Hidden Valley Nature Center Proposal
Consultant: Community Works Design Group
Parks PM: Oscar Ricardo
ARPA Budget: $2.5 Million
Construction: Nov ‘24-Jun ‘25 PS&E Complete: 100%
Authorization to Bid: July 9, 2024
Bid Opening: September 12, 2024
Awarded Bid: October 22, 2024
Project Description: Install a new prefabricated restroom, construct a new septic system for the restroom, reconfigure the existing parking lot to meet ADA requirements/compliance, renovate/beautify the existing entry area, construct new ADA compliant concrete walking paths, construct new outdoor classroom with shade structure, construct new art area with shade structure, renovate existing Amphitheater to meet ADA compliance and install new shade structures.
Project Update: Bid advertisement was published on August 12, 2024, and the Job Walk is occured August 20, 2024 where over 15 people participated. Bid anticipated to open 9/12 with contract award 10/22.
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PK-ARPA012 Santa Rosa Plateau Broadband Project
Consultant: Frontier Communications
Parks PM: Anthony Miller
ARPA Budget: $100,000 PS&E Complete: 100%
Bid: Not required
Construction Start: March 2024
Project Description: Establish reliable high-speed internet connection at the Santa Rosa Plateau Visitor’s Center.
Project Update: Conduit path construction complete on RivCoParks property. Frontier nearing completion of their conduit path crossing Avenida La Cresta and Woodward Ave. RivCoParks and Frontier weekly meeting on to discuss final timeline and work to be done before we are forwarded to the install team for modem/router and activation of service.
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PK-ARPA015 Lake Cahuilla Master Plan and Amenities Update
Consultant: RHA
Parks PM: Anthony MIller
ARPA Budget: $11.5 million Construction: Dec ‘24-June ‘25 PS&E Complete: 95%
Authorization to Bid: August 27, 2024
Bid Opening: September 26, 2024
Awarded Bid: November 5, 2024
Project Description: Project includes master plan for park which will be its own stand-alone RFP (In progress), pool repairs and ADA updates, restroom modernization, fishing area improvements, playground upgrades, slurry and re-striping of roadways and parking lots, campground amenity upgrades, basketball and pickleball court, and enhanced landscaping.
Project Update: PS & E at 95% and continuing review with Coachella Valley Water District & Bureau of Reclamation as well as Facilities Management. We have selected Webb Associates to prepare the Master Plan component. TLMA crack repair/slurry seal project for park roads bid was awarded for August construction.
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PK-ARPA007 RivCoParks Tourism Project
Consultant: N/A
Parks PM: Michael A./Gaby A.
ARPA Budget: $ 417,468
Project Completeness: 73%
Estimated Completion: Nov 2024
Project Description: RivCoParks hosts a number of events each year through non-profit partnerships and provides nature and history-based education to localschool districts throughout Riverside County. The Tourism Recovery Program waives fees and funds District-sponsored activities associated with these services, providing much needed relief to non-profits and school districts (which were impacted as a result of the pandemic and face economic difficulties arising therefrom) who host events in Riverside County facilities.
Project Update: No new updates. $68,185 funds remain to be used by end of calendar year.
Feasibility Study
A feasibility study is a crucial first step in evaluating potential projects for RivCoParks. It assesses the practicality and sustainability of proposed initiatives by analyzing key factors such as environmental impact, financial viability, technical requirements, and community benefits. By conducting a detailed review of each project's scope, cost, and alignment with organizational goals, feasibility studies help ensure informed decision-making and responsible use of resources. This process also identifies potential challenges early, allowing for adjustments that improve the likelihood of successful project implementation while maintaining the highest standards of environmental stewardship and public service.
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PK-ARPA008 D4 Feasibility Study
Consultant: Webb Associates
Parks PM: Lynda Ramos
ARPA Budget: $250,000 Project Completeness: 35%
Estimated Completion: Fall 2025
Project Description: Feasibility report to identify potential sites for new regional park in District 4.
Project Update: As of November 7, 2024, all community meetings have been successfully completed, and the Prior Efforts Report has been finalized. Looking ahead, the Opportunities and Constraints Report is expected to be completed by the end of the year. The project consultant is also currently focused on developing the Financial Feasibility Report and Conceptual Designs.
Stay tuned for further updates as the project progresses by visiting the website: ExploreD4parks.com
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PK-ARPA006 OHV Feasibility Study
Consultant: KTUA
Parks PM: Lynda Ramos
ARPA Budget: $500,000 Project Completeness: 15%
Estimated Completion: Fall 2025
Project Description: Project continues on previous 2022 OHV Feasibility Study where over 30 sites were studied and was narrowed down to four. This feasibility study further dives into the four sites plus an additional two that were added later. The sites include Double Butte Site, Banning North Site, Banning South Site, Coachella South, San Timoteo, and Rochelle Site. This feasibility study requests that a consultant narrow down the best site plus one alternative.
Project Update: KTUA continues to work on the cultural resources constraints analysis and project website development. Right of entry agreements are currently being drafted by Staff for the on-site surveys that need to take place. KTUA is preparing for the mobilization of site visits for San Timoteo and Double Butte.