Gonzales Environmental Issues

The subject of analysis in this paper will be the CEQA Project named Murai Specific Plan Project. It has been applied for by ColRich, a San Diego based home developer (“Generations”), to its lead agency, the City of San Marcos. In this paper I will evaluate some of the findings of potential significant environmental effects listed in the initial study, explain why these might have a significant effect, compare them with other projects to reflect on whether these are indeed significant as well as discuss mitigation measures. First, I will give a description of the location of the project followed by a description of the proposed project. I will continue by describing some findings of the initial study.

The first chapter of the book is an introduction to the economy, politics and people of California. It encompasses the economy, politics and demography of the state for the past, present and the future. The edition features updated demographic information of the state from the census that took place in 2010. The chapter explains the state’s transition from colonization to rebellion and statehood. It discusses California’s past, including the great depression, political turmoil, infrastructure, workingmen’s party and World War II. The growth, reform and progressive change of the state to what it is today is also highlighted in the book. California previously faced budget deficits

According to this week’s lecture, this topic covered the significance of California, why is it a diverse state, and how does it attract many people from outside of California. Throughout this main idea, California is a number one largest history in the United State and this what brings people from others including outside of the country to explore California. California has been important through the huge change in this state that everyone had notice way back from the past and many great places to visit.

Checker makes use of critical studies of urban sustainability, projects whose aim is to build more “green” areas, and the opposing views of local residents to highlight the contradictions between the stated goals of a plan and the final results.

Due to the drought, Governor Jerry Bown of Californina, ordered a statewide twenty- five percent cut in urban water consumption. This statewide water consumption cut will result in, “forcing the state’s biggest water users, which include some of the wealthiest communities, to bear the brunt.” The water consumption for the residents of Cowan Heights is higher than the residents of Compton because they can afford it. Stephanie Pincetl, the director of the California Center for Sustainable Communities at the University of California, Los Angeles, states, “They have bigger properties. They are less price sensitive. So if you can afford it, you use it.” The attitudes toward water consumption are different between the residents of the two cities. One resident of Compton, Alysia Thomas, stated, “she tells her children to skip a bath on days when they do not play outside; that holds down the water bill.” Although both cities have different attitudes; they both have to face the same circumstances if they do not cut back on water consumption. California distribute fines to those who do not conserve water. One wealthy resident of Cowan Heights, Mr. Sears, bimonthly water bill was regularly between four- hundred and five-hundred dollars, but it has went as high as seven-hundred and fifty six

Enclosed is the Analytical Business Report of Ladera Ranch. This report details research into findings and analysis for the geographical and demographic composition of Ladera Ranch, and what facilities and amenities the city of Ladera Ranch has and lacks. The report also includes our group’s business proposal to resolve the community’s needs, and how such a business can prosper and profit in the region.

The ASARCO plant emitted smokestack and faced issues on air pollution violation. The community members in the Dona Park did indeed had the right to raise their concerns on the potential effects and impacts of the plant to the health of the resident. On the other note, the soil sampling in the community since 1994 until 2011, found high levels of metals that were addressed by removal. The situations clearly provide another strong ground for the community members in the Dona Park to complain.

The environment I was raised in when I was a youth child was a bit rural. I grew up in Reynosa before moving to Hidalgo, Texas when I was about six years old. The activities people relish there differed the way citizens in Hidalgo had an enjoyable time, however the main difference came down to communication, morals, and attitudes.

A junior in Brownsboro High School, Ashley Dixon was asked an important question, “What improvement would you like to see in Brownsboro/Chandler.” In receiving this question, Dixon pondered for a while and gave her response : “ I would like to see more places to eat, more areas of entertainment, and new schools hopefully soon.” However, she added, “the only issue is that they would have to raise the taxes, and find some investors, but overall, it would make the lifestyle here more entertaining. We would also expand the area and hopefully attract more people into town.” Altogether, Dixon just wants the best for her hometown, her family and her peers.

What comes to mind when you think of terms like: suburbia, urban sprawl, NIMBY, sustainability? We will discuss some of them in further detail, but one thing is for certain, these are all concepts that will effect every single American Citizen in the near future; if they do not already. The documentary Suburban America: Problems & Promises explores some of the intricacies and roles that suburban development has played in the past and gives us insight as to what might be see moving forward in to the future. This fascinating documentary is just shy of one hour, but it covers a surprising amount of ground in that time.

Hayward, California, near San Francisco, a modern city with the latest technologies, clean streets, and a busy academic and business life. A complete paradox of the popular image of San Francisco, South Hayward from what I experienced, had an increasing amount of poverty, drop-outs, and littered streets. The stain of poverty and seemingly unmotivated people in my native city, encouraged me to take action by volunteering to feed the homeless, struggling families, and the people in power wanting to better Hayward as well. Through TRIO, I became a mentor to encourage the youth to pursue college and have a perspective on their future career life. Besides the people of Hayward, I also cared about the animals, I became a volunteer in the Hayward

California has had along history of dealing with its most vital resource water. It is not uncommon for a state/country to experience a drought that is the fluidity of the earth. Unfortunately it is extremely difficult to say when a drought will break for California it is vital that the state make breakthroughs in science and technology that can help us sustain a proper water supply that gives water to the masses. Exploring a section of California specifically in Santa Barbara, I will be looking at the history of water and finding innovative solutions for more sustainable practices within the county itself. Looking at past practices of water usage and the social, political, and current ideas of how drought has affected this area and the solutions for the enduring future.

Introduction: I have chosen the City of Lancaster’s General Plan entitled, “Soaring into the Future”. Entitled so to pay homage to the City’s desire to grow and change, as well as a nod to its economic support from Edwards Air Force Base. The City of Lancaster is a city in the Northern Los Angeles County, in the western Mojave Desert. The City is separated from other communities because it is located in the valley between the Tehachapi Mountains to the North and the San Gabriel Mountains to the South. The area has a warm semi-arid steppe climate which is less hot but rainier than areas with a typical arid climate. This particular plan when into effect July 14, 2009 and is expected to last until the year 2030. Ultimately I will argue that due to the desire to maintain the City of Lancaster as a rural escape for commuters and inability to provide jobs the implementation of these programs can become contradictory.

There are 180,00 families in America living a sustainable lifestyle and roughly around 1.7 billion people worldwide living without depending on the grid. (Palameri 1; Perez qtd. in Wood 1). The number of Eco villages, sustainable and intentional communities are rising across the nation as more people are discovering that they possess a strong inclination to live in the same manner as the Amish. This phenomenon is becoming a progressively popular choice for people from all walks of life. Not only are environmentalists and survivalists escaping the city life in efforts to live off the grid, but single families and people who are seeking to explore a simplified lifestyle are also joining the trend.

The purpose of this essay is to explain, as a newly appointed staff member to the Mayor of San Diego, how to improve the operations within the city. The Mayor, Bob Filner has asked me to give some opinions on running the city and this essay will highlight some of the most important actions that the Mayor may do to improve his political standing and serve with confidence.