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Monterey County presents draft Environmental Justice element; commissioners press for clearer outreach and an implementation plan
Summary
Staff presented a draft Environmental Justice element required by California SB 1000 and invited feedback during a March 11–May 11 public review. Commissioners and residents pressed for plain‑language outreach, measurable implementation actions and better coverage of rural communities such as Big Sur.
County planning staff presented a draft Environmental Justice (EJ) element to the Monterey County Planning Commission on March 11, saying the document responds to California Senate Bill 1000’s requirement that jurisdictions address disproportionate environmental burdens in disadvantaged communities. Edgar Sanchez, project planner, said the draft identifies 11 disadvantaged communities in unincorporated Monterey County and outlines goals in seven topic areas including pollution reduction, access to services, housing quality and preparedness for climate‑related hazards.
Why it matters: the EJ element becomes part of the county general plan and will guide future land‑use decisions, grant applications and outreach in low‑resource areas. The draft will be available for public comment March 11–May 11, 2026, and staff said an…
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