Coachella Valley-San Gorgonio Pass Rail Corridor Service

Coachella Valley-San Gorgonio Pass Rail Corridor Service Project

Status: Long Term

Location: Coachella Valley

Type of Project: Rail Corridor

Location: Between Los Angeles and Indio

Construction: Long Range

Investment: Initial Tier 1/Program EIS/EIR $6 million; costs to be determined for future project phases and construction

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OVERVIEW

The Riverside County Transportation Commission, in coordination with the Federal Railroad Administration and the California Department of Transportation, is working to bring passenger rail service as an alternate mode of travel across southern California, connecting desert communities and attractions with Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire.

The proposed Coachella Valley-San Gorgonio Pass Rail Corridor extends approximately 144 miles between Los Angeles and the Coachella Valley with stops in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties.

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PROJECT STATUS

The Draft Tier 1/Program Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report is available for public review and comment from May 21 to July 6, 2021. Please use the Draft Tier 1/Program EIS/EIR tab below to view the draft document and see the Public Hearings tab below for options to submit public comments.

Station locations, funding, and the timing for the start of construction and service will be identified during the future Tier 2 Project Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report.

PROJECT SCHEDULE

DRAFT TIER 1/PROGRAM EIS/EIR

To submit a comment on the Draft EIS/EIR visit: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/FRA-2021-0048-0002

Cover Page

Executive Summary

Executive Summary (Spanish)

Program Purpose and Need

Program Alternatives

Environmental Analysis

Introduction to Environmental Analysis

Land Use and Planning

Transportation

Visual Quality and Aesthetics Resources

Air Quality and Greenhouse Gasses

Noise and Vibration

Jurisdictional Waters and Wetland Resources

Biological Resources

Floodplains, Hydrology, and Water Quality

Geology, Soils, Seismicity, and Paleontological Resources

Hazards and Hazardous Materials

Public Utilities and Energy

Cultural Resources

Parklands and Community Services

Safety and Security

Socioeconomics and Communities Affected

Cumulative Effects

Environmental Justice

Section 4(f) and 6(f) Discussions

Other Statutory Considerations

Evaluation of Alternatives

Public and Agency Outreach

References

List of Preparers and Persons and Agencies Contacted

PUBLIC HEARINGS

Public participation is essential. Southern California residents are encouraged to review the draft environmental document from May 21 to July 6 using the Draft Tier 1/Program EIS/EIR tab above and at libraries at Los Angeles Union Station/Metro Library, Fullerton, Riverside, Colton, Loma Linda, Redlands, Beaumont, Banning, Palm Springs, Indio, and Coachella. Comments may be submitted:

Online at https://www.regulations.gov/document/FRA-2021-0048-0002
By U.S. mail at:

Federal Railroad Administration
Amanda Ciampolillo, Environmental Protection Specialist
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20590

During two virtual public hearings; the content will be the same at both meetings. Spanish interpretation will be provided.

Public Hearing #1: Tuesday, June 22 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Register at https://zoom.us/j/98860393291?pwd=VkJSUHRFaWRhUXhnM3BQRnBnb0Zqdz09

Public Hearing #2: Saturday, June 26 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Register at https://zoom.us/j/99115218303?pwd=MHBFSnFTWS9ORGM0Z3pvNnFTVXN2UT09

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES