2025-02-18 Jackson M. Bauer Testimony

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APPENDIX B Relevant Objectives, Policies, and Actions from Draft General Plan 2045 Note:All Objectives, Policies, and Actions related to public access, trails, recreation, and scenic resources ore included in Appendix 8 in order for the Commissions to easily understand the contrasts between dGP2040 and dG2045. The Advisory Council determined that public access, trails, recreation, and scenic resources ore not presented in on organized manner and that dGP2045 is clearly insufficient os compared to dGP2040. dGP2040 is far more comprehensive and actionable. 2. Collaborative Biocultural Stewardship Goal, Objectives, Policies, and Actions Objective 2 Preserve and enhance the health and function of watersheds to promote water recharge, improve water quality, and reduce runoff. Policy 2.5 Watershed management planning should recognize the ecosystem service value of watersheds and open space to protect scenic vistas and aesthetic values; water recharge; carbon sequestration; oxygen production; habitat enhancement and preservation; fire suppression and fuel load management; soil conservation; preservation of cultural values; and the potential for additional public access and recreational opportunities. Objective 4 The historical integrity, character, scenic assets, and open spaces of our communities are protected, restored, and treated as unique assets with significant social and economic value and managed in perpetuity. Policy4.2 Increase public access opportunities to scenic places and vistas. Policy4.3 Public access to significant historic sites and objects should be acquired, where appropriate. 4. Land Use, 1.4 Urban Growth Areas Objective 13 Increase the use of Smart Growth principles to focus development within designated urban centers. Policy 13.6 The establishment of urban types of zoning may include additional acreages to account for acreages utilized for public benefits, such as historic sites, public access, parks, and open space.