Oak Woodland Protection Plans
State of California
The State of California has given directives to enact oak woodland protection plans, and identifies potential funding sources. California Assembly Bill No. 242 enacted the Oak Woodlands Conservation Act to fund the protection and conservation of the state’s oak woodlands [1]. Local government entities, park and open-space districts, resource conservation districts, private landowners, and nonprofit organizations can obtain funding from the Oak Woodlands Conservation Fund established by the bill. In addition, California Assembly Bill No. 2785 directed the Department of Fish and Game to identify and prioritize areas in the state serving as essential habitat connectors or wildlife corridors[2]. The Department is required to produce vegetative data and analytical products for public and governmental use. The bill states that funding and cost-sharing opportunities with agencies or organizations that use the data will be pursued.
Monterey County
Monterey County Zoning Ordinance Title 21 describes requirements for the preservation of oak and other protected trees [3]. Title 21 regulations apply to the unincorporated areas of Monterey County outside of the Coastal Zone.
Fort Ord
Recreation Policy C1 of the Fort Ord Reuse Plan requires the City of Marina to establish an oak tree protection program focused on the conservation of coastal live oak woodlands[4]. Specifically, the conservation of large corridors within a comprehensive open space system is required. The city is directed to locate trails within this system, and the objective of establishing community parks is identified.
References
- ↑ California Assembly Bill No. 242
- ↑ California Assembly Bill No. 2785
- ↑ Monterey County Zoning Ordinance Title 21 § 21.64.260
- ↑ Fort Ord Reuse Plan Volume 2: Reuse Plan Elements
Links
- Monterey County Zoning Ordinance - Title 21
- Fort Ord Reuse Plan Volume 2: Reuse Plan Elements
- California Assembly Bill No. 242
- California Assembly Bill No. 2785
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