The state enacted Senate Bill (SB) 1000 (2016) in response to increasing concerns about vulnerable communities
in California experiencing environmental injustice. A key requirement of SB 1000 is that the County must identify
objectives and policies to promote increased access to the public decision‐making process. While technical
analysis can provide insight into the needs of an area, these practices can fall short without full participation by
the individuals and groups that will be most affected by a decision. By enacting SB 1000, the state expressed the
expectation for the County to ensure that these individuals and groups have a seat at the table to engage in
meaningful dialogue and collaboration. An overview of SB 1000 is located in section 3.11, “environmental Justice
and Disadvantaged Communities,” of the Background Report.
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To promote meaningful dialogue and collaboration between members of designated disadvantaged communities and decision-makers to advance social and economic equity.
Within designated disadvantaged communities, the County shall continue to improve communication channels and methods for meaningful dialogue between community members and decision-makers, including County staff and elected and appointed representatives.
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Within designated disadvantaged communities, the County shall facilitate opportunities for community members and stakeholders to provide meaningful and effective input on proposed planning activities early on and continuously throughout the public review process.
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Within designated disadvantaged communities, the County shall aim to hold meetings, workshops, and other public engagement opportunities at times and locations that make it convenient for community members to attend, particularly stakeholders who are the most likely to be directly affected by the outcome.
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Within designated disadvantaged communities, the County shall continue to share public information across a variety of media, technological, and traditional platforms, and languages based on the demographics of the community.
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The County shall encourage stakeholders in designated disadvantaged communities who are vulnerable to sea level rise or other climate change impacts to have the opportunity to learn about and participate in the decision-making process for adaptation planning within Ventura County.
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