FAQ Topic: Elements

GOAL CN-4: Water Resources

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

GOAL CN-3: Energy Resources

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

GOAL CN-2: Natural Resources

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

GOAL CN-1: Air Quality and Climate

Protect air resources, improve regional and local air quality, and minimize the impacts of climate change. Policy CN-1.1 Regional Planning Efforts Coordinate air quality planning efforts with local and regional agencies to meet or exceed State and Federal ambient air quality standards in order to educate the community on and protect all residents from the … Continued

Purpose of Conservation Element

The Conservation Element identifies the community’s natural resources and communicates the benefits for retention, enhancement, and development of these reserves toward improving quality of life and the environment as a whole. The Conservation Element will guide the City in its efforts to prioritize sustainability and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

GOAL PS-3: Utility Infrastructure

Supply, maintain, and expand City services and infrastructure improvements through innovative funding options and sustainable practices. Policy PS-3.1 Service Partnerships Partner with service providers to ensure access to a wide range of state-of-the-art telecommunication systems and services for households, businesses, institutions, public spaces, and public agencies. Policy PS-3.2 Wastewater Service Provide and maintain wastewater collection … Continued

GOAL PS-2: Public Safety

Preserve a safe and secure environment for all people and property. Policy PS-2.1 Public Safety Agencies Collaborate with the Police Department and the Fire Authority to promote greater public safety through implementing Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPETD) principles for all development projects. Policy PS-2.2 Code Compliance Require all development to comply with the provisions … Continued

GOAL PS-1: Public Facilities

Provide quality and efficient facilities that are adequately funded, accessible, safe, and strategically located. Policy PS-1.1 Maintenance and Design Provide and maintain public facilities that reinforce community identity through high quality design. Policy PS-1.2 Equitable Distribution Ensure public services and facilities reflect changing population needs and are equitably distributed and accessible, with priority assigned to … Continued

Purpose of Public Services Element

The purpose of the Public Services Element is to provide Santa Ana’s diverse population with quality services and infrastructure, including accessible public facilities and enhanced public safety. Anticipated growth will require the City to fulfill community needs and to ensure proper management of those needs. It is important that public facilities and services are equitably … Continued

GOAL EP-4: Economic Development Strategies

Promote strategies that create an economic development mindset integrated throughout City Hall. Policy EP-4.1 Economic Development Responsibility Promote a spirit in which economic development is the responsibility of each elected official, appointed official, and City employee through ongoing quality customer service. Policy EP-4.2 Economic Development Training As financial resources are available, invest in economic development … Continued

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