Greenbelt Alliance submits letters in response to requests for public comment on projects and plans. These comment letters provide policy analysis and advocate for the best outcome.
Monday, July 16th, 2012
The NOP indicates that the intention of the Off-HighwayHigh-speed, high-capacity, limited-access transportation facility serving regional and county-wide travel. Highways may cross at a different grade level. Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division of the California Department of Parks and Recreation (CDPR) is to expand the
Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA) into the Alameda-Tesla acquisition land
(“Tesla Park”) to extend off highwayHigh-speed, high-capacity, limited-access transportation facility serving regional and county-wide travel. Highways may cross at a different grade level. vehicle (OHV) activities into these currently untouched
3,478 acres of open spaceAny parcelA lot, or contiguous group of lots, in single ownership or under single control, usually considered a unit for purposes of development. or area of land or water that is essentially unimproved and devoted to an open space use for the purposes of (1) the preservation of natural resources, (2) the managed production of resources, (3) outdoor recreation, or (4) public health and safety.. Continue reading →
Friday, June 29th, 2012
After many years of hard work, Mountain View is poised to adopt a new General PlanA statement of policies, including text and diagrams setting forth objectives, principles, standards and plan proposals, for the long-term future physical development of the city or county. The general plan is a legal document required of each local jurisdiction by the State of California Government Code section 653o1 and adopted by the city council or board of supervi¬sors. In California, the general plan has seven mandatory elements (circulation, conservation, housing, land use, noise, open space, safety and seismic safety) and may include any number of optional elements (such as air quality, economic development, hazardous waste, and parks and recreation). The general plan may also be called a city plan, compre¬hensive plan, or master plan.. Greenbelt Alliance is thrilled to have been a part of this process. It has been a pleasure and valuable learning experience to work in a community with so many sharp, dedicated residents, staff members and officials. Already the draft General PlanA statement of policies, including text and diagrams setting forth objectives, principles, standards and plan proposals, for the long-term future physical development of the city or county. The general plan is a legal document required of each local jurisdiction by the State of California Government Code section 653o1 and adopted by the city council or board of supervi¬sors. In California, the general plan has seven mandatory elements (circulation, conservation, housing, land use, noise, open space, safety and seismic safety) and may include any number of optional elements (such as air quality, economic development, hazardous waste, and parks and recreation). The general plan may also be called a city plan, compre¬hensive plan, or master plan. has gained Mountain View local and national press coverage. We are confident that the document you are about to adopt is cutting edge. It will not only propel Mountain View in an exciting, environmentally sustainable direction, but will also serve as an example to the region and world. Continue reading →
Monday, February 27th, 2012
Southern Santa Clara County has the perfect ingredients -‐ climate, soil, and rural, picturesque communities -‐ to create a regional and national agri-‐tourism industry with its vineyards. Continue reading →
Tuesday, February 21st, 2012
We commend Morgan Hill for the many points in the plan that will strengthen and support the working landscapes around your City. Continue reading →
Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
Counties should plan to use the portion of their OneBayArea grants that can be spent anywhere in the county – including outside Priority Development Areas – to maintain their rural roads. Continue reading →
Thursday, November 3rd, 2011
The Bay Area is expected to grow significantly over the next two decades. The biggest question is how that growth will impactThe effect of any direct human actions or the indirect repercussions of human actions on existing physical, social, or economic conditions. the region’s ability to create and sustain good jobs. Continue reading →
Friday, August 19th, 2011
Thank you for allowing Greenbelt Alliance the opportunity to comment on the Draft Program Environmental ImpactThe effect of any direct human actions or the indirect repercussions of human actions on existing physical, social, or economic conditions. ReportA report required of general plans by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and which assesses all the environmental characteristics of an area and determines what effects or impacts will result if the area is altered or disturbed by a proposed action. It must assess potential adverse impacts upon the environment, measures that may avoid or reduce these impacts (mitigation measures), and alternatives to the plan. (See California Environmental Quality Act.) An EIRA report required of general plans by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and which assesses all the environmental characteristics of an area and determines what effects or impacts will result if the area is altered or disturbed by a proposed action. It must assess potential adverse impacts upon the environment, measures that may avoid or reduce these impacts (mitigation measures), and alternatives to the plan. (See California Environmental Quality Act.) An EIR is also conducted for proposed projects. is also conducted for proposed projects. (EIRA report required of general plans by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and which assesses all the environmental characteristics of an area and determines what effects or impacts will result if the area is altered or disturbed by a proposed action. It must assess potential adverse impacts upon the environment, measures that may avoid or reduce these impacts (mitigation measures), and alternatives to the plan. (See California Environmental Quality Act.) An EIR is also conducted for proposed projects.) for the Envision San Jose 2040 General PlanA statement of policies, including text and diagrams setting forth objectives, principles, standards and plan proposals, for the long-term future physical development of the city or county. The general plan is a legal document required of each local jurisdiction by the State of California Government Code section 653o1 and adopted by the city council or board of supervi¬sors. In California, the general plan has seven mandatory elements (circulation, conservation, housing, land use, noise, open space, safety and seismic safety) and may include any number of optional elements (such as air quality, economic development, hazardous waste, and parks and recreation). The general plan may also be called a city plan, compre¬hensive plan, or master plan.. Continue reading →
Friday, August 19th, 2011
This group of seven organizations is writing to thank the City of San Jose for this opportunity to comment on the Draft Program Environmental ImpactThe effect of any direct human actions or the indirect repercussions of human actions on existing physical, social, or economic conditions. ReportA report required of general plans by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and which assesses all the environmental characteristics of an area and determines what effects or impacts will result if the area is altered or disturbed by a proposed action. It must assess potential adverse impacts upon the environment, measures that may avoid or reduce these impacts (mitigation measures), and alternatives to the plan. (See California Environmental Quality Act.) An EIRA report required of general plans by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and which assesses all the environmental characteristics of an area and determines what effects or impacts will result if the area is altered or disturbed by a proposed action. It must assess potential adverse impacts upon the environment, measures that may avoid or reduce these impacts (mitigation measures), and alternatives to the plan. (See California Environmental Quality Act.) An EIR is also conducted for proposed projects. is also conducted for proposed projects. (DEIR) for the Envision San Jose 2040 General PlanA statement of policies, including text and diagrams setting forth objectives, principles, standards and plan proposals, for the long-term future physical development of the city or county. The general plan is a legal document required of each local jurisdiction by the State of California Government Code section 653o1 and adopted by the city council or board of supervi¬sors. In California, the general plan has seven mandatory elements (circulation, conservation, housing, land use, noise, open space, safety and seismic safety) and may include any number of optional elements (such as air quality, economic development, hazardous waste, and parks and recreation). The general plan may also be called a city plan, compre¬hensive plan, or master plan.. Continue reading →
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011
Greenbelt Alliance, the Bay Area’s advocate for open spaces and vibrant places since 1958, writes to comment on the Napa Subregion’s Regional Housing Need Allocation planning process, specifically, as it relates to the Napa Pipe Project. Greenbelt Alliance submitted a letter in March 2011 to the Napa County Board of SupervisorsA county's legislative body. Board members are elected by popular vote and are responsible for enacting ordinances, imposing taxes, making appropriations, and establishing county policy. The board adopts the general planA statement of policies, including text and diagrams setting forth objectives, principles, standards and plan proposals, for the long-term future physical development of the city or county. The general plan is a legal document required of each local jurisdiction by the State of California Government Code section 653o1 and adopted by the city council or board of supervi¬sors. In California, the general plan has seven mandatory elements (circulation, conservation, housing, land use, noise, open space, safety and seismic safety) and may include any number of optional elements (such as air quality, economic development, hazardous waste, and parks and recreation). The general plan may also be called a city plan, compre¬hensive plan, or master plan., zoningThe division of a city or county by legislative regulations into areas, or zones, which specify allowable uses for real property and size restrictions for buildings within these areas; a program that implements policies of the general plan., and subdivisionThe division of a tract of land into defined lots, either improved or unimproved, which can be separately sold or leased, and which can be altered or developed. regulations. that outlines the organization’s comments and concerns regarding the supplemental Draft Environmental ImpactThe effect of any direct human actions or the indirect repercussions of human actions on existing physical, social, or economic conditions. ReportA report required of general plans by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and which assesses all the environmental characteristics of an area and determines what effects or impacts will result if the area is altered or disturbed by a proposed action. It must assess potential adverse impacts upon the environment, measures that may avoid or reduce these impacts (mitigation measures), and alternatives to the plan. (See California Environmental Quality Act.) An EIRA report required of general plans by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and which assesses all the environmental characteristics of an area and determines what effects or impacts will result if the area is altered or disturbed by a proposed action. It must assess potential adverse impacts upon the environment, measures that may avoid or reduce these impacts (mitigation measures), and alternatives to the plan. (See California Environmental Quality Act.) An EIR is also conducted for proposed projects. is also conducted for proposed projects. for the Napa Pipe project. Continue reading →
Thursday, June 9th, 2011
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on alternative scenario definitions for Plan Bay Area, the region’s Sustainable Communities Strategy and Regional Transportation Plan. As you consider alternative land-use patterns for Plan Bay Area, Greenbelt Alliance has several suggestions: Continue reading →
