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CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING THE JULY 4, 2016 INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS FESTIVAL AS A CITY-SPONSORED EVENT
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-024 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE JULY 4, 2016 INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS FESTIVAL AS A CITY-SPONSORED EVENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016/2017
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolution.
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SUMMARY
Per City Council direction, staff researched two options for holding an Independence Day Fireworks show in Chula Vista: at the Chula Vista Bayfront and at the U.S. Olympic Training Center (OTC). The OTC provides the best option for 2016 because the City is the permitting authority, there is a suitable location for launching the fireworks on OTC grounds, and the City can celebrate the 2016 Olympics and the local Olympic athletes with a fantastic fireworks display.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Environmental Notice
Environmental Notice
The Project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines Section 15304 Class 4 (Minor Alterations to Land) and/or Section 15323 Class 23 (Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings).
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Environmental Determination
The Director of Development Services has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15304 Class 4 (Minor Alterations to Land) and/or Section 15323 Class 23 (Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings) because it is a temporary event that would not involve the removal of mature, scenic trees or have any permanent effects on the environment. Thus, no further environmental review is required.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Not Applicable
DISCUSSION
Per City Council direction, staff researched two options for holding an Independence Day Fireworks show in Chula ...
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