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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY THROUGH URBAN CORPS OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY FOR THE URBAN GREENING PROGRAM GRANT FUNDED BY CALIFORNIA CLIMATE INVESTMENTS
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolution.
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SUMMARY
Climate change poses a challenge to Chula Vista and the greater San Diego region and expected local impacts include escalating temperatures and heat waves, changing precipitation patterns, rising sea levels, and increasing extreme natural events. To help better prepare local communities, the California Natural Resources Agency has released a request for grant proposals to help execute green infrastructure projects that reduce GHG emissions and provide multiple benefits. In response, City's Public Works and Development Services staff members are working with community partners to develop one proposal for submission. The proposal aligns with the City's current climate action strategies and will contribute to reducing future climate change-related risks and costs.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Environmental Notice
Environmental Notice
The activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. In addition, notwithstanding the foregoing, the "Project" also qualifies for an Exemption pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines.
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Environmental Determination
The Director of Development Services has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because the activity consists of an administrative action involving the su...
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