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FROM: MAURICE M. SHIU, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
DATE: May 16, 2006 SrA Coy—
SUBJECT: Temporary closure of Empire Mine Road (Road No. 6963) for an initial period of
eighteen (18) months as a measure to reduce criminal activity, Antioch area.
(District V)
SPECIFIC REQUEST(S)OR RECOMMENDATION(S)&BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDATION(S):
FIND THAT:
There is serious and continual criminal activity on Empire Mine Road (Road No. 6963),
starting at the Antioch City Limit and proceeding easterly for 0.49 miles to Deer Valley
Road, Antioch area;
Empire Mine Road has not been designated as a through highway or arterial street;
Vehicular traffic on Empire Mine Road contributes to the criminal activity;
The temporary closure of Empire Mine Road for an initial period of eighteen(18)months as
a measure to reduce criminal activity will not substantially affect traffic flow, safety on the
adjacent streets or in the surrounding neighborhoods,the operation of emergency vehicles,
the performance of municipal or public utility services, or the delivery of freight by
commercial vehicles in the area of the section of Empire Mine Road that is proposed to be
temporarily closed.
ADOPT Traffic Resolution No. 2006/4162 temporarily closing Empire Mine Road(Road No.6963)
for safety concerns, Antioch area.
Continued on Attachment: X SIGNATURE:
,RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
_RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE
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I hereby certify that this is a true and correct
copy of an action taken and entered on the
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ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
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Contact: Jerry Fahy(313-2276)
cc: California Highway Patrol
Sheriff's Department By De uty
City of Antioch,PWD
SUBJECT: Temporary Closure of Empire Mine Road, Antioch area.
DATE: May 16, 2006
PAGE: 2
FISCAL IMPACT:
There will be a reduction in the costs of removing refuse and trash from the road.
BACKGROUND/REASON(S) FOR RECOMMENDATION(S):
Nighttime activities along the road generate refuse, trash, and human waste: Arson, vandalism,
trespassing, discharging of firearms, parties involving drugs and alcohol, and malicious activities
leading to the death of livestock has resulted in a concerted effort by property owners, the City of
Antioch,the California Highway Patrol,Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, and County
Sheriff to close the road.,The County Public Works Department supports this temporary closure and
recommends that the Board of Supervisors support this request, and that they approve Traffic
Resolution No. 2006/4162.
The City of Antioch has passed a resolution (see attachment with supporting letters) to close the
portion of Empire Mine Road that is in the City.
CONSEQUENCES OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The County would not be able to close the road and the nighttime activities that are occurring along
the road would continue.
Attachment: California Highway Patrol Letter of Support dated April 13, 2006;
Notification letter to residents dated April, 12, 2006;
City of Antioch Community Development letter dated September 22, 2005;
City of Antioch Resolution No. 2005/102 dated September 13, 2005;
City of Antioch Staff Report dated August 31, 2005.
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ADDENDUM
Jerry Fahy, Public Works Department, presented the staff report on for consideration to adopt
Resolution No. 2006/4162 ordering the temporary closure of Empire Mine Road (Road No.
6963)for an initial period of 18 months as a measure to reduce criminal activity, Antioch area.
The chair opened the hearing and invited the public to speak. The following people presented
testimony:
Louisa Zee Kao, Zeka Ranch LLC, Antioch area(written materials provided);
Jack Roddy, resident of Brentwood;
Walt Bartlett, resident of Antioch;
Ron Bernal, City of Antioch.
Adjacent property owners Jack Roddy and Walt Bartlett, spoke in favor of the resolution. Louisa
Zee Kao spoke in opposition to its adoption.
Staff noted that Empire Mine Road is not the sole access route to the Zeka Ranch and does not
foresee substantial impact to the affected properties from the road closure.
The Board closed the hearing and adopted Traffic Resolution No. 2006/4162 by unanimous vote,
with all Supervisors present.
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THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Adopted this Resolution on May 16, 2006 by the following vote:
AYES: ✓�`c/
NOES:
ABSENT:
TRAFFIC RESOLUTION NO. 2006/4162
ABSTAIN: ��� Supervisorial District V
SUBJECT: Temporary closure of Empire Mine Road (Road No. 6963) for an initial period of
eighteen (18) months as a measure to reduce criminal activity, Antioch area.
The Contra Costa Board of Supervisors RESOLVES that:
Based on the recommendations by the County Public Works Department's Transportation
Engineering Division, and pursuant to State of California Vehicle Code Section 21101.4, the
following traffic regulation is established (and other action taken as indicated):
Pursuant to Section 21101.4 of the State of California Vehicle Code, a Public
Hearing will be held on May 16, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 107 of the Board of
Supervisor's Chamber,651 Pine Street,Martinez,California to adopt a resolution for
the temporary closure of Empire Mine Road (Road No. 6963), beginning at the
Antioch city limit and proceeding easterly for 0.49 miles to Deer Valley Road,
Antioch area. (District V)
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct
copy of an action taken and entered on the
minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the
Mo:tr date shown.
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City of Antioch,PWD JOHN CULLEN, C e of the Board of
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State of California--Business,TransWrta*m and Housing Agency ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER,Governor
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Dear Mr. Fahy:
This letter is in regards to your request for our support in restricting access to Empire Mine Road.
Your reasoning for doing so is compelling.
I have discussed the proposal with our officers who regularly patrol the area and the consensus
opinion is in favor of restricted access for the reasons you cited in your letter to me. All
indications are that restricted access would benefit respective landowners and the City alike.
Moreover, the roadway does not appear to be critical relative to emergency response to the
County portion of the road.
I believe your concerns regarding Empire Mine Road are valid. Inasmuch, the California
Highway Patrol, Contra Costa Area office is in support of your proposal,
Sincerely,,
JommJB4AHOON, Captain
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Contra Costa Area
,Safety, ,Service, and,Security
Maurice M.Shiu
Contra Public Works Department Public Works Director
Costa 255 Glacier Drive R.Mitch Avalon
Martinez,CA 94553-4825 a
Deputy Director
County 925 Telephone:• � ( )313-2000 Heather J.Ballenger
FAX: (925)313-2333 Deputy Director
Web site:www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/depart/pw
Julia R.Bueren
Deputy Director
April 12, 2006 •
Patricia R.McNamee
Deputy Director
Ms. Debi Chung
Richfield Investment
1990 N. California Blvd., Suite�-830
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
AP N: 057-060-006
RE: Temporary Closure of Empire Mine Road
Dear Ms. Chung:
The City of Antioch has requested that the County temporarily close Empire Mine Road for
a period of 18 months from Deer Valley Road to the Antioch city limit. The Public Works
Department has scheduled a public hearing with the Board of Supervisors to receive public
comment and to act on the Public Works Department's recommendation to close the road.
On May 16, 2006 in Room 107 of the Board of Supervisors' Chambers, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez, California, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public
hearing to adopt a resolution.for the temporaryclosure of Empire Mine Road to reduce
criminal activity in the area.
If you have any questions, please feel free_to call me at{925) 313-2276.
Very truly yours,
Jerry Fahy
Senior Civil,Engineer
Traffic Section
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FAX: (925)313-2333 Deputy Director
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Julia R.Bueren
Deputy Director
April 12, 2006
Patricia R.McNamee
Deputy Director
Ms. Grace Chen
Richfield Investment
10001 Westheimer Road, Suite 2888
Houston, TX 77042
APN: 057-060-006
RE: Temporary Closure of Empire Mine Road
Dear Ms. Chen:
The City of Antioch has requested that the County temporarily close Empire Mine Road for
a period of 18 months from Deer Valley Road to the Antioch city limit. The Public Works
Department has scheduled'a public hearing with the Board of Supervisors to receive public
comment and to act on the Public Works Department's recommendation to close the road.
On May 16, 2006 in Room 107 of the Board of Supervisors' Chambers, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez, California, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public
hearing to adopt a resolution for the temporary closure of Empire Mine Road to reduce
criminal activity in the area.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at (925) 313-2276.
Very truly yours,
?erry Fahy
Senior Civil Engineer
Traffic Section
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FAX: (925)313-2333 Deputy Director
Web site:www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/depart/pw
Julia R.Bueren
April 12, 2006 Deputy Director
Patricia R.McNamee
Deputy Director
Mr. Jack Roddy
Roddy Ranch Golf Course
1 Tour Way
Antioch,.CA 94531
APN: 057-060-019, 057-060-018
RE:Temporary Closure of Empire Mine Road
Dear Mr. Roddy:
The City of Antioch has requested that the County temporarily close Empire Mine Road for
a period of 18 months from Deer Valley Road to the Antioch city limit. The Public Works
Department has scheduled a public hearing with the Board of Supervisors to receive public
comment and to act on the Public Works Department's recommendation to close the road.
On May-16, 2006 in Room 107 of the Board of Supervisors' Chambers, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez, California, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors Will conduct a public
hearing to adopt a resolution for the temporary closure of Empire Mine Road to reduce
criminal activity in the area
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at (925) 313-2276.
Very truly yours,
Jerry 7y,
Senior Civil Engineer
Traffic Section
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Deputy Director
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Telephone: (925)313-2000 Heather J.Ballenger
FAX: (925)313-2333 Deputy Director
Web site:www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/depart/pw
Julia R.Bueren
April 12, 2006 Deputy Director
Patricia R.McNamee
Deputy Director
Mr. Peter Ginochio
3401 Walnut Avenue
Concord, CA 94519
APN: 057-060-080
RE: Temporary Closure of Empire Mine Road
Dear Mr. Ginochio:
The City of Antioch has requested that the County temporarily close Empire Mine Road for
a period of 18 months from Deer Valley Road to the Antioch city limit. The Public Works
Department has scheduled a public hearing with the Board of Supervisors to receive public
comment and to act on the Public Works Department's recommendation to close the road.
On May 16, 2006 in Room 107 of the Board of Supervisors' Chambers, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez, California, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public
hearing to adopt a resolution for the temporary closure of Empire Mine Road to reduce
criminal activity in the area.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at (925) 313-2276.
Very truly yours,
?Jerry Fahy
Senior Civil Engineer
Traffic Section
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Re: Empire Mine Road Temporary Closure
Dear Mr. Fahy,
I have been in contact with Fil Uy of your office regarding the temporary closure of Empire Mine Road. As
you may be aware, the road is 3.5 miles in length and extends from Deer Valley Road in the County to Mesa
Ridge Drive in the City of Antioch. The 0.5 mile portion from Deer Valley Road to the Antioch City Limits line
is located in the County and the subject of this letter.
At their September 13, 2005 meeting, the Antioch City Council adopted a resolution temporarily closing
Empire Mine Road to vehicular traffic within the City. Criminal activity in the area, including arson, vandalism,
dumping, trespassing, discharging firearms and other illegal activities have become such a problem that
requests from the adjacent property owners, County Sheriff, Highway Patrol, County Fire Protection District,
Antioch Public Works Maintenance and Antioch Police Department prompted the Council action.
In speaking with Fil, he recommended I send you the information we had presented to the Council along with
current traffic counts which our traffic group has just gathered. The Council directed staff not to proceed with
closure of the road until the County Board of Supervisors has had an opportunity to vote on a similar
resolution. It is Antioch's request that the County staff prepare a staff report and recommendation to
temporarily close the County portion of the road to vehicular traffic. The City's resolution permits use of the
road by bicycle and pedestrian traffic with a locked gate system that would permit access to emergency,
maintenance and delivery vehicles and equipment. Additionally, a single residence on the Higgins Ranch
property(located in Antioch) gains access to their property via the road. We request a similar closure on the
County portion of the road.
Once you have had a chance to review the information I'm providing, could you please give me a call at (925)
779-7046 or email me at rbernal@ci.antioch.ca.us and let me know if your department will be recommending
approval of a temporary road closure and when it will be scheduled for the Board of Supervisor's action.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Ron.Bernal, PE
Assistant City Engineer
Enclosures
Building Services Phone(925)779-7065-Fax(925)779-7034
Planning Services Phone(925)779-7035-Fax(925)779-7034
Capital Improvement Phone(925)779-7050-Fax(925)779-7003
Neighborhood Improvement Phone(925)779-7042—Fax(925)779-7034
Land Development/Engineering Phone(925)779-7035—Fax(925)779-7034
RESOLUTION NO 2005/102
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANTIOCH MAKING
FINDINGS AND ORDERING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF EMPIRE MINE ROAD
WHEREAS property owners adjacent to Empire Mine Road have
requested that Empire Mine Road be temporarily closed due to serious and continual
criminal activity; and
WHEREAS Vehicle Code §21101.4 authorizes the temporary closure of
roads due to criminal activity, and provides criteria and procedures for such closure;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council makes the
following findings:
1. A duly-noticed public hearing was conducted by the City Council on
September 13, 2005, ,at which all interested persons were allowed to address the
Council. Notice was mailed to all residents and owners, as shown on the last equalized
assessment roll, of property adjacent to Empire Mine Road;
2. The Police Department recommends closure of the road. Field
Services Division commander Stephen J. McConnell has authored a memorandum
dated July 13, 2005, on file with the Office of the City Attorney, which the City Council
incorporates by reference. In summary, Capt. McConnell reports the following:
a. Empire Mine Road is an attractive nuisance due to its rural,
undeveloped and isolated location. The private property owners on both sides of the
road have submitted "no trespass letters" to the Police Department and have posted
their property as "no trespassing", but the signs are removed almost as quickly as they
are posted;
b. Two points of interest, the "Feed Lot/Concert Barn" and the "Hell's
Gates" have attracted both juveniles and adults as sites for drinking and drug use.
Other crimes reported in these areas are robbery, assaults, littering, vandalism,
trespassing, arson, traffic accidents, discharging of firearms, and killing of livestock;
c. There is a web site devoted to perpetuating urban myths related to
Empire Mine Road. This site urges readers to go to the area, but to watch out for
police. This web site has attracted even more interest and encouraged people from
outside the Antioch area to flock to the area;
d. Empire Mine Road has experienced an inordinate number of calls for
service from the Antioch Police Department, the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office, and the
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.
RESOLUTION NO. 2005/102
September 13, 2005
Page 2
3. The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department and the California
Highway Patrol have recommended closure of Empire Mine Road in respect to the
segment of the roadway traversing through unincorporated territory, due to serious and
continual criminal activity;
4. From the foregoing,. the Council concludes that Empire Mine Road
experiences serious and continual criminal activity, and temporary closure will
substantially reduce or eliminate such criminal activity;
5. Empire Mine Road has not been designated as a through highway or
arterial street;
6. Vehicular traffic on the road contributes to the criminal activity;
7. The closure will not substantially adversely affect the following:
a. traffic flow or traffic safety on adjacent streets or surrounding
neighborhoods, because Empire Mine Road does not have any public cross streets
along its length and is not necessary to travel to any other neighborhoods;
b. operation of emergency vehicles, because other routes provide better
linkages to destinations of emergency vehicles. Gates used to close the road will be
equipped with lock types that can be removed by emergency responders if it is
necessary for response along Empire Mine Road itself;
c. performance of municipal or public utility services, since no such
services are provided along this roadway;
d. delivery of freight by commercial carriers, as other routes provide
better linkages to destinations of commercial freight carriers.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that pursuant to Vehicle Code §21101.4,
the Council hereby determines that Empire Mine Road shall be temporarily closed for a
period of 18 months. This temporary closure order may be extended for the periods,
and by the procedures, specified in Vehicle Code §21101.4 or successor legislation,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that closure shall be physically
accomplished by the erection of gates with access points for pedestrians and bicyclists
on both ends of the roadway. Gates may be installed either by the adjacent property
owners or by the City Engineer. If privately installed, the gates shall be of a type and
specification approved by the City Engineer who shall work with East Bay Regional Park
District, Roddy Ranch and Richland Development regarding sharing the costs of
installing the gates. The gates and gate locks shall be of a type approved by the Chief
of Police, the Contra Costa County Sheriffs Department, and the Contra Costa County
RESOLUTION NO. 2005/102
September 13, 2005
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Fire District. The gates shall have signs affixed indicating "Road Closed" or words to
that effect as approved by the City Engineer. Adjoining property owners/authorized
residents (if any) shall have the right to travel on the closed roadway and shall be
responsible for closing and securing the gates. Pedestrians and bicyclists shall have
the right to travel on the closed roadway and shall be required to use.access points
provided. The City shall provide an adequate level of road maintenance for use by
bicyclists and pedestrians.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution shall be effective
immediately.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was passed and
adopted by the City Council of the City of Antioch at a regular meeting thereof held on
September 13, 2005, by the following vote:
AYES: Council Member Davis, Kalinowski, Conley and Mayor Freitas
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Simonsen
L. JOLENE MARTIN, City Clerk
STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
FOR CONSIDERATION AT THE MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 13, 2005
Prepared by: Ron Bernal, Assistant City Engineer
Approved by: Joseph G. Brandt, Director of Community Development
Date: August 31, 2005
Subject: Temporary Closure of Empire Mine Road Between Mesa Ridge
Drive and Deer Valley Road
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council conduct a public hearing and approve the
resolution temporarily closing Empire Mine Road from Mesa Ridge Drive to the City Limit
Line 2600' west of Deer Valley Road for an initial period of eighteen (18) months as a
measure to reduce criminal activity in the area.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION .
Empire Mine Road, a scenic and somewhat isolated road, is located in the southwest
portion of the City in undeveloped Future Urban Area 1 (FUA 1) and in unincorporated
Contra Costa County. The 3.5 mile stretch of two lane paved road with gravel shoulders
that extends from Mesa Ridge Drive in the Dallas Ranch Subdivision to Deer Valley
Road in the County has been a long-time source of consternation for adjacent land
owners and the law enforcement community. Arson, vandalism, dumping, trespassing,
discharging of firearms, parties involving the use of drugs and alcohol, and malicious
activities leading to the death of livestock has resulted in a concerted effort by property
owners (especially rancher Jack Roddy), the Antioch Police Department and County
Sheriff to close the road. Fronting property owners include Ginochio, Richland
Development Corporation, Shea Adult, Communities, Zeka Group, The Golf Course at
Roddy Ranch (Merchant Land Fund LLC), East Bay Regional Park District, and City
open space adjacent to developed residential property. The road is generally flat with a
steep windy portion for a stretch of around three quarters of a mile from the old Higgins
Ranch driveway (Zeka property) up to Mesa Ridge Drive.
The "Feed Lot/Concert Barn" and the "Gates .of Hell" both located along Empire Mine
Road have long been gathering places for adults and juveniles who regularly participate
in illegal activities. Further interest in the Empire Avenue area can be attributed to a
website that has a section devoted to haunted places in California. The "Gates of Hell"
and "Slaughterhouse" (Feed Lot/Concert Barn) have both been listed as locations people
are encouraged to explore.
According to statistics provided by the Antioch Police Department, from August 2002
until August 2003, the Department responded to 153 calls for service. The majority of
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these calls related to a variety of criminal violations including trespassing, vandalism,
littering, arson and discharging firearms. During the same period, the Sheriff's
Department reported 25 calls for service related to vandalism, trespassing, stolen
vehicles, assaults and littering. The Fire District reported 21 calls for service that were
generally related to grass and brush fires and some structure fires contained within the
Feed Lot/Concert Barn property. Additionally, the Fire District also responded to 8
accidents in this area. More recent numbers show the Police Department had 75 calls
for service from May 2004 until. May 2005. The Police Department has also conducted
several directed enforcement operations where officers would watch and wait for criminal
offenses in the areas of the Feed Lot/Concert Barn property. These enforcement
activities resulted in citations for trespassing, vandalism and parking.
Illegal dumping has become a significant and costly problem for the City. Locations such
as Empire Mine Road are particularly attractive for illegal dumpers because of its isolated
location and lack of street lighting. From July 2004 until July 2005, the Public Works
Department streets crews spent $3,940 picking up debris and garbage dumped along
Empire Mine Road. At a cost of $2,013, eleven No Parking signs were also installed
along this road to discourage vehicles from parking near Gates of Hell and the Feed
Lot/Concert Barn.
As a result of these problems, some of the neighboring property owners have requested
the road be closed. Attached are letters to the City from adjoining property owners
including The Golf Club at Roddy Ranch and Richland Development Corporation. The
owners of the Golf Club at Roddy Ranch have agreed to construct the gates and turn
arounds at the gates as part of the temporary road closure process. City staff has
contacted the County since they own and maintain the road from Deer Valley Road to
the City limits 2600' to the west. Staff at the County Public Works Department has
indicated their intention to take an item to their Board of Supervisors that would authorize
the closure of the County's portion of the road. Should the City Council authorize the
temporary closure of the road, staff recommends the action not take affect until the
County has made a similar decision (or not if they so choose). Additionally, the attached
letters from the Contra Costa County Sheriff's office and the Contra Costa County Fire
Protection District also submitted letters recommending the road be temporarily closed.
There have been several requests from the public to keep the road open to bicyclists and
pedestrians. Neither the Chief of Police nor the City Attorney believes honoring that
request will create significant issues for the City. For this reason, staff is recommending
the road be closed to all through vehicular traffic with provisions for access maintained
for the residents on the Higgins property, City and County Public Works workers,
emergency response personnel as well as pedestrians and bicyclists.
The City Attorney has recommended the use of Vehicle Code section 21101.4 which
authorizes the temporary closure of roads due to criminal activity. As stated in the
attached resolution, seven findings must be made by the City Council in order to
temporarily close the road for an initial period of 18 months. The closure may be
extended for five-additional 18 month periods with each time extension requiring a public
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All property owners adjacent to the road have been given notice of the public hearing.
As evidenced by the letters of support, most of the property owners fronting on Empire
Mine Road are in favor of the temporary closure.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The cost of installing the two gates and turn-around at the City Limits is approximately
$10,000. The owners of The Golf Course at Roddy Ranch have indicated they will fund
and construct the installation. In the event these owners or the other property owners
benefiting from the road closure do not construct the improvements, the City could fund
part or all of the improvements from Street Maintenance or General Fund.
If the County approves the closure of the 2600' portion of Empire Mine Road, between
the City limits and Deer Valley Road, they would be responsible for designing and
funding the closure.of the road at this location.
OPTIONS
The City Council may choose to not approve the temporary closure of the road to
vehicles. This is not recommended by staff.
In addition to temporarily closing the road to vehicles, the City Council may choose to
prohibit bicycle and pedestrian traffic as well.
The City Council may make the temporary closure of Empire Mine Road conditioned
upon the owners of The Golf Course at Roddy Ranch funding of the construction of the
gates and turn-around at both ends of the closure.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A:Vicinity Map
Attachment B:Location Maps
Attachment C:Letters from: County of Contra Costa Office of the Sheriff
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
The Golf Club at Roddy Ranch
Richland Development Corporation
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Sheriff
August 3, 2005
Captain Stephen J.McConnell
Field Services Division Commander
Antioch Police Department
300 L Street
Antioch, California 94509
Dear Captain McConnell:
I am in receipt of your letter dated July-11, 2005; concern ng.the:City ofAntioch proposal to close
Empire Mine Road I°agree with your assessment that the.road has been.a magnet for criminal
activity over,the'years.At least two Internet websites describe this area as aMecca for.weird activity
and strange occurrences. I have also.personally spoken to one of-,the two property owners in
unincorporated area,,.Idck Roddy, who.is absolutely in favor of closing the road to mitigate the
problems that he has had on his property:°
The Office of the Sheriff has no objection to this proposal as long as the proper public notification
procedure and legal process are followed
Sincerely,
Scott P. Daly, Co ander
Field Operatio Bureau
cc: ervisor Federal Glover, District 1V
Captain Jon Cox; Patrol Division Commander .
Jerry Fahy, Public Works Road Maintenance .
SD/dm
1980 Muir Road • Martinez, California 94553-4800
(925) 313-2500
"Community Policing Since 1850...." UG 0 4 2005
State of California—Business,Transportation and Housing Agency ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER, Governor.
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
G..iN F,y R�4
5100 Blum Road
Martinez, CA 94553
(925)646-4980 .
(800) 735-2929 (TT/TDD)
(800)735-2922(Voice) RECEIVED
July 15, 2005 AUG 15 2005. .
Cls`." OF ANT-!OCH
Mark A. Moczulski, Chief of Police
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Antioch Police Department
300 "L" Street
Antioch, CA 94509-1100
Dear Chief Moczulski:
This letter is in regards to your request for our support in restricting access to Empire Mine Road.
Your reasoning for doing so is compelling.
I have discussed the proposal with our officers who regularly patrol the area and the consensus
opinion is in favor of restricted access for the reasons you cited in your letter to me, All
indications are that restricted access would benefit respective landowners and.the City alike.
Moreover, the roadway does not appear to be critical relative to emergency response to the.
County portion of the road.
I believe your concerns regarding Empire Mine Road are valid. Inasmuch, the California
Highway Patrol, Contra Costa Area office is in support of your proposal.
Sincerely,
CAHOON, Captain
Commander
Contra Costa Area
AUG Y 2005
Safety, Service, and Security
Contra Costa County ° = Fire Protection District
Gk v,;
Fire Chief
KEITH RICHTER
July 25, 2005
Captain Stephen McConnell
Field Services Division Commander
Antioch Police Department
300 L Street
Ant-lodh, %CA 94509
Re: Empire Mine Road Closure
Dear Captain McConnell:
I am in receipt of your July 11, 2005 letter soliciting Fire District agreement
on your agency's recommendation to temporarily close Empire Mine
Road. We understand that this area has been and continues to be a
haven for criminal activity. The District therefore concurs with the
recommended, closure., of Empire Mine Road with one. provision. We
would ask that any gates) installed be outfitted with a fire trail lock with
master key#2319 to provide for fire department access.
Please contact any of our on-duty Battalion 8 Battalion Chiefs for
assistance with a fire trail lock. The Battalion 8 office telephone is
941-3608.
If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at
941-3501.
S i n.Gff reffyl
ichard Grace
Assistant Chief— Operations
c: Battalion'9 Battalion Chiefs
!JUL 2 7 20M
2010 Geary Road•Pleasant Hill, California 94523-4694•Telephone(925)941-3300•Fax(925)941-3309
East County •Telephone(925)757-1303 • Fax(925)941-3329 West County •Telephone(510)374-7070
www.cccfpd.org
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SEP-7-2005 11:08 FROhl:RODDY RANCH GC 925-796-0222 TO:7797034 P,2
toddY
Manch
August 29, 2003
Antioch City Council:
I have been a member of your community and the County of Contra Costa for the past 27
years. I am writing you today to express my sincere concern for an issue that has been
ongoing since the day I took residence.
Empire Mine Road, the South boundary to your beautiful city has been a public nuisance
for a long, long time. This road is responsible for:
Unlawful trespass
Vandalism
Drug trafficking
Weapon discharging
Drag racing
Cattle killings--14 in I year
Fires
Dumping trash:littering
Sex
Tagging—Spray painting
Drinking Alcohol
Parking violations
The City of Antioch and its counsel have my express written consent to shut this road off
to vehicle traffic, excluding fire, police, and ambulance. I am not opposed to walking
and bicycle traffic. If I can be of further assistance please don't hesitate to call me
directly at 925-754-0957.
Sincerely,
Jack T. Roddy
The Golf Club at Roddy Ranch
I Tour Way•Antioch,California 94531
Tel 925-978-4653 • Fax 925-706-0222
www.roddyranch.com
Sent,by: RICHLAND DEVELOPMENT CORP 925 935 6178; 04/10/03 8:01 ; )gjFax #663;Page 2/2
` RICHLAND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
1535 NORTH MAID STREET
WALNUT CREEK,CALIFORNIA 945964606
(925)935-6710
FAX(925)935-6178
April 9, 2003
Denise Scaggs
CITY OF ANTIOCH
Community Development
P.O. Pox 5007
Antioch, CA 94531
RE: Empire Mine Road—Trespassing Prosecution
Dear Denise,
This letter is to advise you that we are acting as Agents for the Oak Hill Paris properties known
as APN 057-010-001, 057-010-004, and APN 057-060-006, located approximately 2 miles from
the intersection of Empire Mine Road and Deer Valley Road_ The community commonly refers
to this location as the"Feed Lot". We do not allow any trespassing, off road vehicles, or illegal
dumping on our property. In the past these locations have been identilled as a constant problem
with these items listed.
"No Trespassing'signs are posted in accordance with the Penal Code Sections and although
many are getting removed by the offenders, we are replacing them as they come down.
If anyone were to be apprehended who is not designated an employee or agent of Richland
Development Corporation or Oak Hill Park, we would request full prosecution to the fullest
extent of the law. The Antioch Police Department has the express authority of Richland
Development Corporation/Oak Hill Park to enter, issue a citation and/or arrest any person or
persons in violation.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Sincerely,
Paul Lam
President
Richland Development Corporation
For Oak Hili Park
CITY OF NFIOCH
TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT
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A California Limited Liability Compa V RECEIVED
MAY 16 2006 1 1 10 litirlingame Avenue, Suite 100
Burlingame, California 94010-411-5
CLERK BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS lel: 650 344 3883 r Fax; 650. 44 1807
CONTRACEmail: liksao(ii�zeka.co m
May :15 2006
Chair John Gioia and Board Members,
Centra Costa County, California
Administration Building, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez, CA 945-53
Re: Hearing to consider adoption of Resolution No. 2006/4162
Dear Chair Gioia and Board Members,
1 am an Antioch homeowner and the owner of the 640-acre ranch property known as Zeka Ranch
(formerly the Higgins Ranch)located west of Empire Mine Road off Mesa Ridge Road in
Antioch. We have paid property taxes for many years and Empire Mine Road is our only
access for ingress and ugress.
Since 1990, we have retained professionid land use consultants to work with the City of Antioch
toward the goal of processing; a tentative map. The property was included in the General Plan in
1988 and annexed to the City of Antioch in 1993_ In January 2006, we submitted an application
for verification that our plan is in compliance with the General Flan. Our proposal is scheduled
before the Planning Commission Hearing tomorrow evening of May 17 2006 and before the City
Council in June.
I respectfully request that the Beard of SupcTvisors defer consideration of adopting Resolution
#2006/4.162 for the following reasons:
• We are currently refinancing;our mortgage for the 640-acre property. 'Che refinance has
been approved subject to an appraisal of the current property value. This appraisal will
be conducted its soon as our general plan compliance proposal for the Zeka Ranch is
c:onsidercd by tho City of Antioch.
• There is no guarantcc that closing Empire Mine Road will reduce crinis in the area.
• Closing the road now will cause financial harm for tic by substantially degrading our
property and will_jeopardize our refinancing.
550 344 1807
T0:925 313 1913 P.3'3
f•tAY-15-200b 21:24 FROM:LZK OFFICE
Louisa Zee Kao, ZEKA RANCH, LLC
To: Contra Costa County Board of Supervisor
5/15/2006
Page 2
• Closing Empire Mine Road now will further inhibit our ability to market our property.
The lack of public access will prevent our investor`, financial lenders, professional
consultants and ether interested parties to have easy access to our property.
• Our tenant, Norman,who is running a cattle ranch business on the property, is here today
at the meeting. He indicated that he has known little or no criminal activity in the
immediate vicinity of the Ranch.
• As the property owner, 1 have not been properly served with a formal notice concerning
consideration of Resolution of 2006/416..
The.rcfore, I respectably request that the Board of Supervisors defer your decisioai about this
rc,,o[ution until we can work out a mutually acceptable mechanism with the City of Antioch so
that this matter can be resolved satisfactorily for the City and us.
Thank you for considering my request and 1 look forward to your positive response to this
request.
ZEKA RANCH, LI.,C
Property O 1
.Louisa Zee Kao, President
THE ZEKA GROUP, INC.
General Member
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ZEKA RANCM, LI.0
1110 Burlingame Avenue, Suite 400
Burlingame, California 94010-4125
Tel: 650 344 3883 t=ax: 650 344 1807
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Please forward the enclosed letter of Louisa Zee Kno to Chair Jahn Crioia and Board
(Members of Supervisor immediately as my comments for tomorrow morning's
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Thank ery much.
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ZEKA RANCH, LLC .
1110 Burlingame Avenue, Suite -400,
Burlingame, CA 94010-4125
May 15 2006
Chair John Gioia and Board Members
Contra Costa County, California
Administration Building, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez, CA 94553
Re: Hearing to consider adoption of Resolution No. 2006/4162
Dear Chair Gioia and Board Members,
I am an Antioch homeowner and the owner of the 640-acre ranch property known
as Zeka Ranch (formerly the Higgins Ranch) located-west of Empire Mine Road
off Mesa Ridge Road in Antioch. We have paid property taxes for many years
and Empire Mine Road is our only access for ingress .and egress.
Since 1990, we have retained professional land use consultants to work with
the City of Antioch toward the goal of processing a tentative map. The
property was included in the General Plan 'in 11988 and annexed to the City of
Antioch in 1993 . In January 2006, we submitted an application for
verification that our plan is in compliance with the General Plan. Our
proposal is scheduled before the Planning Commission Hearing tomorrow evening
and before the City Council in June.
I respectfully request that the Board of Supervisors defer consideration of
adopting Resolution #2006/4162 for the following reasons:
• We are currently refinancing our mortgage for the 640-acre
property. The refinance has been approved subject to an appraisal of the
current property value. This appraisal will be conducted as soon as our
general plan compliance proposal for the Zeka Ranch is considered by the City
of Antioch.
• There is no guarantee that closing Empire Mine Road will reduce
crime in the area.
• Closing the road now will cause financial harm for me by
substantially degrading our property and will jeopardize our refinancing.
• Closing Empire Mine Road now will further inhibit our ability to
market our property. The lack of public access will prevent our investors,
financial lenders, professional consultants and other interested parties to
have easy access to our property.
• Our tenant, Norman, who is running a cattle ranch business on the
property, is here today at the meeting. He indicated that he"has known little
or no criminal activity in the immediate vicinity of the Ranch.
• As the property owner, I have not been properly served with a
formal notice concerning consideration of Resolution of 2006/4162.
Therefore, I respectably request that the Board of Supervisors defer your
decision about this resolution until we can work out a mutually acceptable
mechanism with the City of Antioch so that this matter can be resolved
satisfactorily for. the City and us.
Thank you for considering my request and I look forward to your positive
response to this request.
ZEKA RANCH, LLC
Property Owner
Louisa Zee Kao, President
THE ZEKA GROUP, INC.
General Member
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1110 Burlingame Avenue, Suite 400
Burlingame,California 94010-4125
Tel:650 344 3883 ■Fax:650 344 1807
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May 15 2006
Chair John Gioia and Board Members
Contra Costa County, California
Administration Building, 651 Pine Street,
Martinez, CA 94553
Re: Hearing to consider adoption of Resolution No. 2006/4162
Dear Chair Gioia and Board Members,
I am an Antioch homeowner and the owner of the 640-acre-ranch.property known as Zeka Ranch
(formerly the Higgins Ranch)located.west of Empire Mine Road off Mesa Ridge Road in
Antioch, We have paid property taxes for many years and Empire Mine Road is our only
access for ingress and egress.
Since 1990, we have retained professional land use consultants to work with the City of Antioch
toward the goal of processing a tentative map. The property was included in the General Plan in
1988 and annexed to the City of Antioch in 1993. In January 2006, we submitted an application
for verification that our plan is in compliance with the General Plan. Our proposal is scheduled
before the Planning Commission Hearing tomorrow evening of May 17 2006 and before the City
Council in June.
I respectfully request that the Board of Supervisors defer consideration of adopting Resolution
#2006/4162 for the following reasons:
• We are currently refinancing our mortgage for the 640-acre property. The refinance has
been approved subject to an appraisal of the current property value. This appraisal will
be conducted as soon as our general plan compliance proposal for the Zeka Ranch is
considered by the City of Antioch.
• There is no guarantee that closing Empire Mine Road will reduce crime in the area.
• Closing the road now will cause financial harm for me by substantially degrading our
property and will jeopardize our refinancing.
7
Louisa Zee Kao,ZEKA RANCH, LLC
To: Contra Costa County Board of Supervisor
5/15/2006
Page 2
• Closing Empire Mine Road now will further inhibit our ability to market our property.
The lack of public access will prevent our investors,financial lenders, professional
consultants and other interested parties to have easy access to our property.
• Our tenant,Norman, who is running a cattle ranch business on the property, is here today
at the meeting. He indicated that he has known little or no criminal activity in the
immediate vicinity of the Ranch.
• As the property owner, I have not been properly served with a formal notice concerning
consideration of Resolution of 2006/4162.
Therefore, I respectably request that the Board of Supervisors defer your decision about this
resolution until we can work out a mutually acceptable mechanism with the City of Antioch so
that this matter can be resolved satisfactorily for the City and us.
Thank you for considering my request and I look forward to your positive response to this
request.
ZEKA RANCH, LLC
Property Owner
Louisa Zee Kao, President
THE ZEKA GROUP, INC.
General Member