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LONG RANGE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA BARBARA

SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER PURCHASE AGREEMENT PROJECT SAN CLEMENTE PARKING STRUCTURE 50 AND PARKING LOT 38

Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 2

Minor text and figure changes ..................................................................................................................... 3

Coastal Act Consistency and Proposed Project Consistency with the 2010 LRDP ................................... 5

Public Participation ...................................................................................................................................... 6

Submission of All Policies, Plans, Standards, Objectives, Diagrams, Drawings, Maps, Photographs, and Supplementary Data Sufficient to Allow Review for Conformity with the Coastal Act ................................ 6

The LRDP Amendment’s Relationship to and Effect on the Other Sections of the LRDP ......................... 7

Analysis that Meets the Requirements of CCR Section 13511 and that Demonstrates Conformity with the Requirements of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act. .......................................................................................... 7

A. NEW DEVELOPMENT .....................................................................................................7 B. PUBLIC ACCESS..............................................................................................................9 C. RECREATION ...................................................................................................................9 D. MARINE ENVIRONMENT ...............................................................................................9 E. LAND RESOURCES ........................................................................................................9

Environmental Review documents, pursuant to CEQA required for all or any portion of the amendment to the LRDP. ..................................................................................................................................................... 10

List of Appendices Appendix A. Location Map ................................................................................................................... 11

Appendix B. Planting Plan Sheets LP-1, L-3, and L-4 ........................................................................ 12

Appendix C. Public Notice and List of Contacts .................................................................................. 13

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Draft UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA BARBARA

2010 LONG RANGE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT Edits to Policy LU-24, Policy LU-29, Figure D.4, and Appendix 2 section 1

INTRODUCTION The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB or/University) has prepared this Long Range Development Plan Amendment (LRDPA) to revise the language of LRDP policy LU-24 to allow for a solar canopy structure on the top level of Parking Structure 50 and LU-29 to allow for the removal of parking lot trees in Parking Lot 38, and LRDP Appendix 2, Campus Tree Trimming and Removal Program to allow for the removal of non-native ornamental oak trees. The edits would not change the kind, location, or intensity of the existing land uses associated with the policies and LRDP Appendix 2. In an effort to take an aggressive approach to the efficient use of resources, the University maintains a Campus Energy Program that encourages the installation of solar panels on campus. Parking lots and structures are ideal locations to install solar energy systems. The University is proposing to install canopy solar energy systems on the top level of Parking Structure 50 and on the surface Parking Lot 38 that would require minor modifications to the two LRDP policies and text in LRDP Appendix 2. and graphics. LRDP Policy LU-24 is a land use policy that applies to all future development and redevelopment on the San Clemente Village site of Storke Campus (see Location Map in Appendix A of this LRDPA). Subsection c. of the policy specifies that Parking Structure 50 shall not exceed 45 feet in height as shown on Figure D.4. The existing top level parking deck is approximately 43 feet above ground level. The solar canopy structure would be 15.5 feet high and when installed on the top level of Parking Structure 50 would exceed this height limit. The proposed amendment would add text to specifically allow for a rooftop solar canopy to be exempted from the height limit on Parking Structure 50. LRDP Policy LU-29 is a land use policy that applies to all future development and redevelopment on the Storke Field Recreation site of Storke Campus (see Location Map in Appendix A), including Parking Lot 38. Subsection f. of the policy specifies that the Parking Lot 38 may be developed with a covered structure with rooftop solar provided that the structure is sited, designed, and sized to ensure that there will be no fuel modification/fire reduction activities, tree trimming or tree removal. The policy was intended to protect the mature eucalyptus and Monterey cypress trees in the environmentally sensitive habitat area north of the parking lot. The proposed amendment would allow trimming or removal of ornamental non-native trees that have been planted as part of the parking lot landscaping plan. The attached Parking Lot 38 Planting Plan Sheets LP-3, L-3, and L-4 in Appendix B show the trees planted for parking lot construction. When LRDP Policy LU-29 was written the intention was to preserve mature trees that support known raptor habitat and not to preserve

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non-native, non-mature parking lot trees. LRDP Appendix 2, Campus Tree Trimming and Removal Program, contains provisions and protocols for University personnel, contractors, and anyone else potentially involved in the trimming and/or removing of trees measuring 6 inches in diameter of breast height located on Campus and oak trees of any size. A majority of the parking lot trees in Parking Lot 38 are southern oaks and were planted as part of the landscaping when the parking lot was constructed. The trees are small in size (less than 6 dbh) and have not thrived in this location. The protocols set a higher standard for all oak trees, which would include these non-native and non-thriving oaks that were planted as part of the landscaping for Parking Lot 38. The proposed amendment would narrow the description to “native” oak trees of any size. Non-native oaks would be recognized as trees only when they measure at least 6 inches dbh. Appendix 2 also contains requirements for tree replacement and mitigation. The mitigation ratios for all oak replacement are 10:1. The proposed amendment would narrow the 10:1 ratio requirement to apply only to native oak replacement, rather than all oaks. All trees removed from the site would be replaced at a 1:1 ratio and it is likely oak trees will be planted in the ESHA area north of Parking Lot 38. A tree replacement plan will be prepared and submitted with the Notice of Impending Development for this project. MINOR TEXT AND FIGURE CHANGES

• The proposed amendment would allow for canopy structures that would accommodate solar panels above parked cars on the top level parking deck of Parking Lot 50. The LRDP Policy LU-24 would be revised as shown in underlined italics:

At the San Clemente Village site, maximum residential build-out has been achieved, comprised of 329 student housing units accommodating 976 student bed spaces. Development at San Clemente Village shall be consistent with the following post-buildout standards in addition to the Commission approved Notice of Impending Development No. 2-04 unless otherwise modified below: a. Bicycle parking serving the development shall be provided on the site. A total

of 577 parking spaces shall be provided to serve the San Clemente Village housing development as follows: 25 spaces in Parking Lot 51, 25 spaces in Parking Lot 52, 36 spaces in Parking Lot 53, and 542 spaces in Parking Structure 50.

b. Development shall not exceed 35 feet above existing grade where it fronts El Colegio Road. Mechanical equipment shall be setback as far as feasible from view of El Colegio Road and screened by architectural features. The height may gradually increase from 35 feet to a maximum of 45 feet above existing grade as the development approaches Storke Field; and

c. Parking Structure 50 shall not exceed 45 feet in height as shown in Figure D.4. A canopy solar energy system shall be exempt from this height limit and shall not exceed 60 feet in height.

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• The proposed amendment would revise the text of Policy LU-29 to specify the protection of larger trees on and north of the site. The intent would protect habitat nearby the biological resources of the Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas in the East Storke Wetlands. The prohibition of tree trimming and removal would exclude ornamental trees which have been planted as part of landscape plans associated with the development of the site would be excluded from the prohibition of tree removal on the site. The policy would be revised as shown in underlined italics:

Development at the Storke Field Recreation site shall be located within the approximately 19-acre potential development envelope designated as Recreation on Figure D.3 and shall be consistent with the following build-out provisions: a. Recreation facilities serving organized sports and recreational programs are

allowed in the Storke Field Recreation Area. b. Outdoor sports lighting shall be prohibited on Storke Field and allowed at the

tennis courts within the boundaries of the “Limits of Outdoor Lighting Map” in Appendix 4 pursuant to Policy ESH-15.

c. Indoor or enclosed facilities shall be clustered with the existing developed housing area and along the eastern edge of Storke Campus. Outdoor lighting for these facilities shall be the minimum necessary for safety purposes and consistent with lighting standards in Policy ES-15.

d. Development, including recreation facilities and parking, shall not extend any further north or west ot the existing Parking Lot 38 footprint. The dirt road and bicycle path north of Parking Lot 38 may be retained within its current developed footprint for the purpose of providing bicycle and pedestrian access. Vehicular use shall be prohibited.

e. Parking to serve recreational uses shall be available on the site in Parking Lot 38. However recreational parking may be dispersed during peak events where allowed pursuant to Policy TRANS-19.

f. Development on this site primarily consists of surface fields and parking. The surface parking Lot 38 may be developed with a covered structure with rooftop solar provided that the structure is sited, designed, and sized to ensure that there will be not fuel modification/fire reduction activities, tree trimming or tree removal (with the exception of the non-native trees which were planted as part of the initial parking lot development landscape planting plan), or light spillover in the adjacent ESHA or Open Space. Lot 38 lighting shall be retrofitted concurrently with the installation of the cover, or sooner as consistent with Policy ESH-15. Recreation development on the east portion of the site shall not exceed 45 feet in height along Stadium Road and the covered parking with solar shall not exceed 20 feet in height as shown in Map D.4.

• The proposed amendment would revise the text of LRDP Appendix 2, Campus Tree

Trimming and Removal Program by narrowing the qualifications for applicable characteristics of oak tree definitions. The language would be revised as shown in strikethrough and underlined italics. 2.1 Applicability

Appendix 2 contains provisions and protocols for University personnel,

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contractors, and anyone else potentially involved in the trimming and/or removing of trees measuring 6 inches in diameter at breast height (dbh) located on Campus, and native oak trees of any size. The provisions in this Appendix shall be implemented in conjunction with all other policies and provisions of the certified LRDP, specifically including Policies EHS-28 & ESH-29 (as shown below). Furthermore, tree trimming and/or tree removal shall be undertaken in compliance with all applicable codes or regulations of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the U.S. Migratory Bird Treaty Act. 2. 4.1 c.iii. The removal of anynative oak trees requires at least 10 replacement oak seedlings, less than one year old, grown from acorns collected in the area, and shall be planted on-site, or if not feasible due to site constraints, shall be planted in ESHA or Open Spaces areas. Native Ooak tree plantings shall be supplemented with a mycorrhizal inoculant, preferably oak leaf mulch or from clippings of locally-indigenous species lawfully removed from the site or from sites within the vicinity of the planting site, at the time of planting to help establish plants.

COASTAL ACT CONSISTENCY AND PROPOSED PROJECT CONSISTENCY WITH THE 2010 LRDP The revision of text in Policy LU-24 would not change the kind, location, or intensity of the residential land use on the San Clemente Village Site. The addition of canopy structures on the top deck of the parking structure would not increase population on the site. The parking structure is part of a four-story apartment complex immediately to the west. The parking serves the apartment complex. Tennis courts and Storke Recreation Field are located north of the structure. Stadium Road, Parking Lot 30 and various recreation fields are located east of the structure. El Colegio Road, a non-university parking lot and the University-owned Tropicana apartments are located south of the structure. The existing height of the parking structure mechanical equipment/elevator shaft is approximately 53’9” above ground. The proposed maximum height of the canopies would be approximately 59’5”. The height difference of approximately 5’5” would not change the surrounding community character of multi-family/student residential buildings, recreational facilities, and parking which serves those uses. The revision would not change the surrounding community character or adversely affect the existing visual resources. The solar canopy structure would allow for visibility through the structure and would not block views. The revision of text in Policy LU-29 would not change the kind, location, or intensity of the recreational land use on the Storke Field Recreation Site. The policy allows for covered structures with rooftop solar, provided that the design of the structure would not prescribe the trimming or removal of trees on the site. The policy was adopted with the intent of protecting trees that have been observed to provide habitat nearby the Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas of the East Storke Wetlands (North of the Parking Lot 38 site). The trees which were planted as part of the landscaping plan during construction of Parking Lot 38 were overlooked when the policy was written. These trees are surrounded by pavement and/or recreation field, and the parking and recreational uses create regular disturbance that is not

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conducive to provide highly-valued habitat characteristics. In addition, the selection of non-native oak trees in the parking lot was inappropriate for the location, as indicated by the observed poor health of the trees. Therefore, the policy was not intended to protect these particular trees. Changes to LRDP Appendix 2, Campus Tree Trimming and Removal Program would not change the kind, location, or intensity of use at the University. This edit would provide protection of native oaks and native oak woodlands on campus that constitutes ESHA and would allow for the removal of non-native, ornamental oak trees planted in parking lots and other developed urban areas. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION In satisfaction of California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 14, Division 5.5, Section 13552 (a) the following is a summary of the measures taken to provide the public and affected agencies and districts maximum opportunity to participate in the LRDP Amendment process. Public Notice of the amendment and the review period dates are published in the Santa Barbara News Press. The Draft LRDPA is currently being circulated for a 6-week review period from Monday February 15, 2016 through March 28, 2016. The Draft LRDP Amendment is available for public review at the following website and by request from Steve Conner, Office of Campus Planning and Design [email protected] 805-893-5216. http://www.facilities.ucsb.edu/files/docs/LRDPAPublicNotice_2016.pdf Copies of the public notices and a list of agencies contacted are included as Appendix C. The proposed LRDP Amendment will be submitted to the University of California President for approval of a minor LRDP Amendment. SUBMISSION OF ALL POLICIES, PLANS, STANDARDS, OBJECTIVES, DIAGRAMS, DRAWINGS, MAPS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA SUFFICIENT TO ALLOW REVIEW FOR CONFORMITY WITH THE COASTAL ACT In accordance with CCR Title 14, Division 5.5, Section 13522, this document includes all policies, plans, standards and other information sufficient to allow review for conformity with the Coastal Act. It includes a description of the proposed amendment along with an explanation of the amendment objectives. This document also contains a discussion of the amendment’s conformity with the Coastal Act and contains figures that depict the applicable locations affected, and other information incidental to the proposed LRDP amendment. The 2010 LRDP has been previously sent to interested parties, local governments, state agencies, and local organizations and is also available at local libraries. The 2010 LRDP includes a readily identifiable public access component LRDP Section E, Public Access. The proposed amendment does not impact public access to the coast. Increased vehicular traffic would not be generated as part of the proposed amendment.

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THE LRDP AMENDMENT’S RELATIONSHIP TO AND EFFECT ON THE OTHER SECTIONS OF THE LRDP In accordance with CCR Title 14, Division 5.5, Section 13552, the relationship of the proposed LRDP Amendment to the certified LRDP is discussed above. ANALYSIS THAT MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS OF CCR SECTION 13511 AND THAT DEMONSTRATES CONFORMITY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPTER 3 OF THE COASTAL ACT. CCR Title 14, Division 5.5, Section 13511, Common Methodology, requires information be supplied on the kind, location, and intensity of the proposed development in relation to the effects of the Amendment on the kind, location, and intensity of the proposed development in relation to the effects of the Amendment on coastal resources protected by the California Coastal Act (Chapter 3). The information must also include potential cumulative impacts on coastal resources. In accordance with CCR Title 14, Division 5.5, Section 13552, the proposed Amendment’s relevance to particular Coastal Act policies is reviewed, and the Campus strategy for ensuring conformity with Coastal Act policies is described. LRDP and the LRDP Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and adopted by the Chancellor were reviewed to ensure conformity with the Coastal Act. The application of the Chapter 3 policies of the Coastal Act to the proposed LRDP Amendment is set forth below. The structure of the analysis would be the same information described in the Notice of Impending Development and is designed to reflect the structure of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act and LRDP implementation of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act. The discussion consists of four sections, each of which corresponds to one of the applicable articles of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act. A. NEW DEVELOPMENT With regard to the location of new development the Coastal Act provides that: §30250 (a) New residential, commercial or industrial development, except as otherwise provided in this division, shall be located within, contiguous with, or in close proximity to, existing developed areas able to accommodate it, in other areas with adequate public services and where it will not have significant adverse effects, whether individually or cumulatively, on coastal resources. The LRDP Amendment will revise the text of two policies, and revise the text of an Appendix. These revisions would refine allowances for development which is entirely within existing urbanized areas. Adding the solar canopy structure to the top level of Parking Lot 50 would be compatible with surrounding uses. The revisions would not create opportunities for land use incompatibilities. With regard to scenic and visual qualities, the Coastal Act provides that: §30251 The scenic and visual qualities of coastal areas shall be considered and protected as a resource of public importance. Permitted development shall be sited and designed to

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protect views to and along the oceans and scenic coastal areas, to minimize the alteration of natural land forms, to be visually compatible with the character of surrounding areas, and where feasible, to restore and enhance visual quality in visually degraded areas. The revisions proposed in the Amendment of Policy LU-24 would allow for the installation of a solar canopy structure to the top floor of Parking Structure 50. This change reflect the intent of LRDP Policy SCEN-04 which excludes rooftop solar from height limits in order to allow for the installation of solar energy systems around the University. The canopy structures would be visually compatible with the character of the parking structure and the surrounding apartment complexes, surface parking lots, and recreational facilities. Some photographic documentation is provided in Appendix D. The structures would allow for visibility through the system’s walls. The revision proposed in the amendment of Policy LU-29 would maintain the protection of high-value habitat north of the project site and allow for removal of ornamental landscaping at Parking Lot 38. The majority of the parking lot trees are under 6 inches dbh and do not contribute to scenic or visual resources. Some mature trees contribute to the scenic and visual qualities of the campus. The revision proposed in the amendment of Appendix 2.1 would maintain the protection of any size native oak trees rather than any oak. The revision would not affect the provisions and protocols for trimming and/or removal of trees measuring six inches in diameter at breast height. In terms of maintaining and enhancing public access to the coast, the Coastal Act states: §30252 The location and amount of new development should maintain and enhance public access to the coast by: (1) facilitating the provision or extension of transit service, (2) providing commercial facilities within or adjoining residential development or in other areas that will minimize the use of coastal access roads, (3) providing non-automobile circulation within the development (4) providing adequate parking facilities or providing substitute means of serving the development with public transportation (5) assuring the potential for public transit for high intensity uses such as high-rise office buildings, and by (6) assuring that the recreational needs of new residents will not overload nearby coastal recreation areas by correlating the amount of development with local park acquisition and development plans with the provision of onsite recreational facilities to serve the new development. The proposed LRDP Policy text changes to remove non-native trees and add a solar canopy to the top level of Parking Structure 50 would not affect public access to the coast. With regard to safety, stability, pollution energy conservation and visitors, the Coastal Act states: §30253 New Development shall:

1) Minimize risks to life and property in areas of high geologic, flood, and fire hazard. 2) Assure stability and structural integrity, and neither create nor contribute significantly

to erosion, geologic instability, or destruction of the site or surrounding areas or in any

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way require the construction of protective devices that would substantially alter natural land forms along bluffs and cliffs.

3) Be consistent with requirement imposed by an air pollution control district or the State Air Resources Control Board as to each particular development.

4) Minimize energy consumption and vehicle miles traveled. 5) Where appropriate, protect special communities and neighborhoods that, because of

their unique characteristics, are popular visitor destination points for recreational uses.

The proposed text changes would not affect risks to life and property or geologic stability of natural land forms. The proposed changes to Policies LU-24 and LU-29 would facilitate the Campus’ efforts to comply with air pollution control district requirements by encouraging the development of solar energy systems which reduce carbon emissions. In the same manner, the encouragement of solar energy systems development helps to minimize consumption of energy which has been generated from traditional carbon-intensive sources. The proposed text changes would not affect the unique characteristics of the neighborhood and community. B. PUBLIC ACCESS The Coastal Act provides that: §30210 Maximum access, which shall be conspicuously posted, and recreational opportunities shall be provided for all the people consistent with public safety need, and the need to protect public rights, rights of private property owners, and natural resource areas from overuse. The proposed text changes would not affect coastal access in relation to public safety, private property rights, or overuse of natural resource areas. In regard to the public facilities and coastal access distribution, the Coastal Act states that: §30212.5 Wherever appropriate and feasible, public facilities, including parking areas or facilities, shall be distributed throughout an areas so as to mitigate against the impacts, social and otherwise, of overcrowding or overuse by the public of any single area. The proposed text changes in Policies LU-24 and LU-29 apply to two sites with parking areas. These changes would not affect the public’s overcrowding or overuse of any single area. C. RECREATION The proposed text changes would not affect Coastal Recreation. D. MARINE ENVIRONMENT The proposed text changes would not affect the Marine Environment. E. LAND RESOURCES

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With regard to Environmentally sensitive habitat areas; adjacent developments, the Coastal Act states: §30240 (a) Environmentally sensitive habitat areas shall be protected against any significant disruption of habitat values, and only uses dependent on those resources shall be allowed within those areas. (b) Development in areas adjacent to environmentally sensitive habitat areas and parks and recreation areas shall be sited and designed to prevent impacts which would significantly degrade those areas, and shall be compatible with the continuance of those habitat and recreation areas. The proposed text revisions to Policy LU-29 would maintain the existing protection of existing habitat trees north of the Parking Lot 38 site. The allowance for removing ornamental landscaping would not significantly degrade the area or surroundings and would be compatible with the continuance of the habitat and recreation on site and nearby. Trees removed would be replaced at a 1:1 ratio. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW DOCUMENTS, PURSUANT TO CEQA REQUIRED FOR ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE LRDP. Pursuant to State law, The University has determined that a Supplemental EIR to the 2010 LRDP Environmental Impact Report (SCH#2007051128) is not required pursuant to the following analysis for the proposed LRDP Amendment. CEQA documentation is being prepared in this regard.

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Appendix A. Location Map

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Appendix B. Planting Plan Sheets LP-1, L-3, and L-4

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Appendix C. Public Notice and List of Contacts

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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA BARBARA UCSB OFFICE OF CAMPUS PLANNING AND DESIGN CAMPUS DESIGN AND FACILITIES SANTA BARBARA, CALFORNIA 93106-1030 Tel: (805) 893-5216 Fax: (805) 893-3870

BERKELEY • DAVIS • IRVINE • LOS ANGELES • MERCED • RIVERSIDE • SAN DIEGO • SAN FRANCISCO

SANTA BARBARA • SANTA CRUZ

February 2016

Public Notice 2010 Long Range Development Plan Amendment

Solar Photovoltaic PPA Project, LRDP Policies LU-24 and LU-29 f.,

and LRDP Appendix 2.1

Pursuant to the California Coastal Act the University of California (UC) Santa Barbara has prepared a draft amendment to the University of California, Santa Barbara’s 2010 Long Range Development Plan. To facilitate the installation of solar array systems on campus, this LRDP Amendment would modify the language of Policy LU-24 c. to specifically exempt solar photovoltaic structures, modify the language of Policy LU-29 f. to allow tree trimming and removal of parking lot trees, and modify the language contained in Appendix 2, section 2.1 to specify “native” oaks, rather than “any” oaks. In accordance with CCR Title 14, Division 5.5, Section 135151, this draft LRDP amendment will be available for public review and comment for 6 weeks. The review and comment period begins on Monday February 15, 2016 and ends on March 28, 2016. The draft LRDP amendment and supporting documents are available at http://www.facilities.ucsb.edu/files/docs/LRDPAPublicNotice_2016.pdf or upon request at the UC Santa Barbara Office of Campus Planning and Design. For more information call 805-893-5216 or email [email protected].

ATTENTION: If you would like to receive future notices ELECTRONICALLY ONLY, or to change your contact information, please email [email protected]

Steve Conner Office of Campus Planning and Design University of California, Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, California, 93106-1030

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The Santa Barbara Independent 122 W. Figueroa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Roger Lagerquist Isla Vista Association 6826 Pasado Road Isla Vista, CA 93117

Dianne Black SB County Planning and Development 123 East Anapamu St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Connie Hannah League of Women Voters 328 E. Carrillo Street #A Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Rodney Gould Isla Vista Recreation and Park District 961 Embarcadero Del Mar Isla Vista, CA 93117

Craig Geyer IV Business Associates 6555 Pardall Road Isla Vista, CA 93117

Surfrider Foundation Santa Barbara Chapter P.O. Box 21703 Santa Barbara, CA 93121

Jeniffer Carman City of Goleta Planning Department 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B Goleta, CA 93117

Linda Krop Environmental Defense Center 906 Garden Street Santa Barbara, CA 93106

LeAnne French Citizens Planning Association 916 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Anne Wells City of Goleta Planning Department 130 Cremona Drive Suite B Goleta, CA 93117

Captain of Planning & Engineering Santa Barbara County Fire Department 4410 Cathedral Oaks Road Santa Barbara, CA 93110

California Department of Fish & Game 1933 Cliff Drive #9 Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Peter Imhof Santa Barbara County Association of Governments 260 North San Antonio Road, Suite B Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Peter Neushul Isla Vista Association 915 Camino Lindo Isla Vista, CA 93117

Molly Pearson Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District 260 N. San Antonio Road, Suite A Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Regional Water Quality Control Board 895 Aerovista Place 101 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Goleta Valley Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 781 Goleta, CA 93116

Kenneth Oplinger Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce 104 W. Anapamu Street, Suite A Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Public Utilities Commission 505 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102

Goleta Sanitary District 1 William Moffit Place Goleta, CA 93116

Doreen Farr Third District, SB Co. Bd. Of Supervisors 105 East Anapamu Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Santa Barbara County Planning and Development Long Range Planning Division 123 East Anapamu St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Chandra Waller County of Santa Barbara - Executive Office 105 East Anapamu Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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