An implementation plan is a coordinated series of actions the City desires to take in the future that are intended to advance, over the long term, the City’s Shared Vision, Core Values, and the General Plan goals and policies. An implementation plan is thus a follow-up measure for this element. Taken as a whole, these … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency/ Time Frame GOAL CN-4: Conserve and replenish existing and future water resources. 4.1 Water education. Provide educational outreach materials for residents and businesses on proper water use and other water conservation practices. PWA Ongoing 4.2 Water smart landscapes. Promote awareness of the City Landscape and Parkway Improvement Guidelines to require public projects … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL CN-3: Reduce consumption of and reliance on nonrenewable energy, and support the development and use of renewable energy sources. 3.1 CALGreen voluntary measures. Evaluate the feasibility of adopting CALGreen building code nonresidential voluntary measures as mandatory measures by the City. PBA 2023 3.2 LEED/ENVISION certification. Evaluate the feasibility … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL CN-2: Preserve and enhance Santa Ana’s natural and environmental resources while maintaining a balance between recreation, habitat restoration, and scenic resources. 2.1 Native planting. Evaluate opportunities in parks, open spaces, scenic linkages, and greenway corridors to restore native vegetation and establish, where appropriate, native plantings that require … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency/ Time Frame GOAL CN-1: Protect air resources, improve regional and local air quality, and minimize the impacts of climate change. 1.1 Air quality planning. Review existing and monitor the development of new air monitoring and emissions reduction plans prepared by the South Coast Air Quality Management District. Gather and evaluate measures … Continued
Through the community engagement process for this General Plan, participants identified numerous conservation considerations and values that they believe should form the basis of and be addressed by this element. Specifically, participants highlighted the following topics, areas of concern, and community strengths: Build and develop in a sustainable manner Ensure healthy air, water, and soil … Continued
The protection and management of our air, water, and energy resources are essential for a healthy, sustainable, and equitable path forward. Additionally, the preservation of the remaining stretches of undisturbed plant and wildlife environment, such as in Santiago Park, is important to residents. The City conducts numerous programs and maintains local and regional partnerships to … Continued
Conserve and replenish existing and future water resources. Policy CN-4.1 Water Use Encourage and educate residents, business owners, and operators of public facilities to use water wisely and efficiently. Policy CN-4.2 Landscaping Encourage public and private property owners to plant native or drought-tolerant vegetation. Policy CN-4.3 Recycled Water Systems Continue to coordinate with the Orange … Continued
Reduce consumption of and reliance on nonrenewable energy, and support the development and use of renewable energy sources. Policy CN-3.1 Interagency Coordination Consult with regional agencies and utility companies to pursue energy efficiency goals and expand renewable energy strategies. Policy CN-3.2 Education Programs Support education programs to provide information on energy conservation and alternatives to … Continued
Preserve and enhance Santa Ana’s natural and environmental resources while maintaining a balance between recreation, habitat restoration, and scenic resources. Policy CN-2.1 Native Wildlife Habitat Protection Protect and enhance natural vegetation in parks and open spaces for wildlife habitat, erosion control, and to serve as noise and scenic buffers. Policy CN-2.2 Biodiversity Preservation Collaborate with … Continued
