City Council

12A. Council initiated item from Councilmember Hinze regarding support for SB 1137 and opposition to the 2024 repeal referendum which would block implementation of safety setback legislation prohibiting new or modified oil and gas wells within 3,200 feet of homes, schools, daycare centers, parks, healthcare facilities, and businesses. Environmental Considerations: The action being considered by the City Council is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is not a "project" under Section 15378(b)(5) of CEQA Guidelines. The action involves an organizational or administrative activity of government that will not result in the direct or indirect physical change in the environment. Contact Person: Council Member Kellie Shay Hinze Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution 2024-24 titled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Encinitas, California, to Defend Health and Safety Setback Regulations and Endorse the Campaign for A Healthy and Safe California," and affirming support of safety setback from oil drilling near homes, schools, daycare centers, parks healthcare facilities and businesses. 2024-02-28 Item 12A Council Initiated Item Regarding Support for SB 1137 2024-02-28 Item 12A Council Initiated Item Regarding Support for SB 1137 - Public Comments