W1b. Adopt a time-of-renovation/retrofit ordinance requiring use of water-efficient appliances, technologies, and drought-tolerant landscaping.
W1c. Develop a community education program for drought-tolerant landscaping, including recommended native and low-water plant species and off-the-shelf water-efficient landscape designs.
W1 Performance Metric
Metric 2030 2045
% new development installing low-flow water fixtures 100% 100% Drought-tolerant landscaping demonstration garden in front of City Hall. | 70 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
MWDOC Residential Rebates
MWDOC offers rebates for various water-saving
measures, including turf replacement, drip
irrigation, smart irrigation timers, sprinkler nozzles, soil moisture sensors, rain barrels, cisterns, high-
efficiency clothes washers, premium high-efficiency
toilets, and flow monitor devices. These programs
aim to promote water conservation and reduce
residential water usage.
https://www.mwdoc.com/save-water/rebates
/residential-rebates/
WATER AND WASTEWATER
Challenges and Considerations
Barriers to installing drought-tolerant landscaping:
• Live in an apartment or have limited space
• Rent or lack control over landscaping
56% of businesses polled currently implement water efficiency measures, including:
• Drought-resistant landscaping
• Low-flow fixtures
Emissions Reductions
−46 MT CO2e by 2030
W2 | increase Water Reuse and Recycling
Water reuse and recycling includes actions to
recover wasted water for a variety of non-potable
uses. Graywater systems recycle wastewater
from activities like bathing and laundry for
non-potable uses, while rain barrels collect and
store rainwater for irrigation. Both methods
reduce the demand for potable water, thereby
lowering the energy consumption and associated
GHG emissions from sourcing, treating, and
distribution of water.
Actions to increase Water Reuse and Recycling
W2a. Streamline City permitting processes
for installation of residential
graywater systems.
W2b. Provide incentives to encourage
homeowners to adopt
graywater systems.
W2c. Encourage use of rain barrels for
use in irrigation of residential and
commercial landscaping.
W2d. Conduct a feasibility analysis of
recycled water reuse for residential
and commercial irrigation.
W2 is a supporting measure with no performance metrics.
Use of graywater systems
and rain barrels conserves
water resources, which will
become scarcer with climate
change. These systems also
provide backup water sources
should extreme events disrupt
current sources.
| 72 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
Solid Waste (SW)
The solid waste opportunity area addresses fugitive
GHG emissions from waste decomposition. Many
landfills are equipped with gas collection systems
that capture a portion of the emitted gases.
SW1
Reduce Waste
to Landfills
MEASURE
Current Solid Waste
Emissions
Solid Waste
9,212 MT CO2e
2%
Careit
Starting in 2024, the City covered the
cost of the food recovery application,
Careit, to help commercial edible
food generators comply with the
requirements of SB 1383. Careit is an
online donation matching marketplace
that connects businesses with local
food recovery organizations.
Where Buena Park Is
EDCO (Park Disposal) manages the City’s solid waste and recycling services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers, including collection and disposal. The majority of the City’s waste is disposed of at Olinda Alpha Landfill in Brea 20 and Prima Deshecha Landfill in San Juan Capistrano. A marginal amount of City waste is also disposed of at Antelope Valley Public Landfill, Azusa Reclamation Co. Landfill, Chiquita Canyon Sanitary Landfill, El Sobrante Landfill, Frank R. Bowerman Sanitary Landfill, Kettleman Hills, Mid-Valley Sanitary Landfill, San Timoteo Sanitary Landfill, Simi Valley Landfill & Recycling Center, and Southeast Resource Recovery Facility.
A mixed recycling program is available citywide, and
community members can redeem their California
Redemption Value (CRV) refund at the local CRV
recycling center. In accordance with SB 1383, the
City launched an organics recycling program citywide
in 2022. The program allows food waste and soiled
paper to be added to the existing yard waste bin,
helping the City meet state mandates for organic
waste management. Additionally, the City has
provided funding for food recovery support for food
donors and recovery organizations.
Twice a year, residents can participate in the City’s Declutter, Drive-Up, & Drop-Off event.
This free program allows residents to safely dispose of e-waste, shred and recycle sensitive documents, and take home compost and mulch. Residential customers can also schedule bulky item pickups three times a year.
Buena Park’ s Pathway Ahead
To address solid waste emissions, the City must continue waste diversion through recycling and composting; less waste to landfills means less emissions from waste decomposition.
CO-BENEFITS
20 The Olida Alpha Landfill has a closure permit date of 2036, although it is expected to reach its permitted capacity and begin the closure process by FY 2026–2027. Once closed, the associated City solid waste would then be disposed of in Irvine at the Frank R. Bowerman Sanitary Landfill.
| 74 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
SW1 | Reduce Waste to Landfills
Recycling diverts waste from landfills
and transforms it into new products. Recycling
therefore reduces GHG emissions from the
transportation and processing of waste, as well
as from new material production. Diverting
organic waste for use as compost prevents
methane production that occurs during anaerobic decomposition in landfills. Composting also reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers, which are a source of GHG emissions. Reusing consumer products, including repairing products to allow for reuse, also helps reduce waste to landfills by extending the products usable life.
Actions to Reduce Waste to Landfills
Compost benefits gardens and
farms by enhancing food and
crop yields. Additionally, compost
improves soil carbon storage, which in
turn supports biodiversity and enhances
groundwater retention.
SW1a. Continue the diversion and recycling of construction and demolition waste in line with CALGreen and explore incentives for deconstruction (in place of demolition) in construction and renovation projects.
SW1b. Partner with schools to educate youth of various ages on proper waste sorting and composting practices.
SW1c. Communicate with multi-unit property owners/managers and develop proper waste sorting signage for their properties.
SW1d. Develop partnerships and study feasibility of an urban wood reuse program.
SW1e. Educate the public on the reuse and repair of consumer products by providing information on the City’s webpage to increase public awareness and access to opportunities for reuse, repairs, product rentals, and donation centers. Partner with local organizations when possible to promote community reuse and repair learning opportunities, such as sewing or bike maintenance workshops.
SW1 Performance Metrics
Metric 2030 2045
% reduction in residential waste to landfills 25% 80%
% reduction in commercial waste to landfills 25% 80%
SOLID WASTE
Challenges and Considerations
Barriers to composting food scraps and yard waste:
• Lack of knowledge/education of how to compost
• Lack of access to compost bins
Most businesses surveyed (61%) do not implement solid waste reduction/diversion measures
Emissions Reductions
−2,374 MT CO2e by 2030
−7,595 MT CO2e by 2045
| 76 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
People and Community (PC)
The people and community opportunity area emphasizes the key role that social and community-focused programming plays in climate action. It addresses broad topics that extend beyond a single emission sector, such as regional coordination and responsible consumption. This opportunity area also covers climate adaptation strategy not addressed elsewhere.
Where Buena Park Is
Buena Park is a community of over 80,000 community members and home to a diverse mix of businesses. City staff and elected and appointed officials work diligently to meet the needs of the community, and that permeates the approach to planning, programming, and marketing and the maintenance and expansion of the built environment.
One key resource that the City maintains and operates are its public spaces, like parks, pools, and community centers. In addition to being places where people gather to exercise and socialize, they also serve to help mitigate heat exposure. Ehlers Event Center and the Buena Park library are official cooling centers, meaning they are advertised as a space for the public to come and cool off during extreme heat events. In addition to the official cooling centers, 85% of community members live within a half-mile of a park, and the City maintains two public pools and one wading pool for community members to safely recreate during extreme heat events.
This opportunity area also involves engaging with and educating community members.
Community engagement occurs both in person and digitally through methods like event tabling, workshops, newsletters, surveys, and social media. The City offers emergency preparedness educational resources on their website and regularly promotes programs by SCE and OCPA that offer cost-savings or energy efficiency upgrades. Partnerships are also important to achieve both local and regional climate goals. Several local groups have interests that overlap with CAAP goals or co-benefits, like the West Orange County Community Emergency Response Team or the Buena Park Collaborative. There are also neighboring jurisdictions, regional, state, and federal agencies that the City must collaborate with when conducting relevant regional planning efforts.
These partnerships with outside agencies are important because GHG emissions and climate impacts extend beyond the City and need to be address across all agencies to be effective.
MEASURES
PC1
Prepare Vulnerable
Communities
for Hazards
PC2
Create Resilient
Public Gathering
Spaces
PC3
Improve
Equitable Distribution
of Resources
Buena Park’ s Pathway Ahead
This opportunity area intends to foster community benefits and emphasize resilience improvements. GHG emission reductions are not the primary purpose of this opportunity area, though several actions are supportive of GHG emission reductions.
To achieve these community benefits, this opportunity area aims to effectively reach community members most vulnerable to climate- related hazard impacts with educational materials, resources, or services. The recommended actions specify several engagement methods to reach groups like renters, low-income households, and local organizations. Measures also continue to build relationships with local groups, businesses, and agencies to grow sustainable practices locally and regionally.
In addition to relationship and capacity building, the people and community opportunity area intends to improve resilience by enhancing programming at cooling centers and piloting innovative resilience solutions that involve local organizations or artists.
CO-BENEFITS
PC4
Educate and
Incentivize Responsible
Consumption
PC5
Collaborate to Improve
Regional Resilience and
GHG Reduction Efforts
PC6
Spark Sustainable
Economic Development
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 79 | | 78 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
PC1 | Prepare vulnerable Communities for Hazards
Education and engagement create the foundation
for an informed community that is resilient to
climate-related hazards. By marketing messaging
through multiple methods and deepening
relationships with local partners, a wider range
of community members can be reached and
empowered.
This measure results in
educated community
members who are aware of
resources and best practices.
PC2 | Create Resilient Public Gathering Spaces
Exposure to extreme heat and other
hazards can put strain on various day-to-
day activities for community members.
Some may seek pools or water features for
children to play in, while others may need
a place to cool off indoors. The following
measure aims to enhance the resilience of
public gathering places so that residents
can enjoy them regardless of the circumstances.
Actions to Create Resilient Public Gathering Spaces
With adequate shade or more
accessible water features, children
can play and community members can
exercise with less strain on their bodies
during extreme heat events, leading to
public health benefits.
PC2a. Increase accessibility and promote the use of cooling centers through expanded amenities, programming, hours, or locations. Consider potential for cooling center offerings or other methods of involvement with local organizations and businesses.
PC2b. Continue to publicize location and hours of existing water features. Consider allocation of additional funding and resources to allow for maintenance, hours of operations, and water efficiency measures.
PC2c. Pursue funding to pilot the design and deployment of pop-up built shade or temporary water features. Consider design competitions that involve local organizations, institutions, or artists.
PC2d. Ensure zero-emission backup power at new City cooling centers, where feasible.
PC2 is a supporting measure with no performance metrics.
Actions to Prepare vulnerable Communities for Hazards
PC1a. Engage residents about extreme heat preparedness and community resources using equitable, innovative, and culturally appropriate methods. Consider in-person, physical, and digital communications, and regularly consider adjustments to messaging.
PC1b. Engage local Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to develop a database of their interests and capabilities on a variety of topics related to climate action and adaptation, which could be leveraged in the future for distributing related news, volunteer events, grant opportunities, or other resources.
PC1 is a supporting measure with no performance metrics.
Climate Action Commissioner educating a young resident at the 2025 Sustainability Fair.
Residents enjoying Peak Park Pool.
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 81 | PC3 | improve Equitable Distribution of Resources
All community members have felt the effects of
climate change, but some are more exposed or
sensitive to its impacts, meaning they may be
impacted more frequently or severely. Further,
not everyone has the same means to reduce
emissions, either due to prohibitive costs of
improvements or lack of property control
(i.e., renters). This measure aims to mitigate
disproportionate impacts.
Actions to improve Equitable Distribution of Resources
While promoting equity is the
main purpose of this measure,
one key component is providing
education about the programs
that already exist to assist low-
income households or others with
climate-related costs.
PC3a. Include annual Office of Sustainability staff time for grant coordination with City grant- writing partners. Pursue grants that fill financing gaps for low-income households, small local businesses, and disadvantaged communities.
PC3b. Include anti-displacement provisions within City-led grant or rebate retrofit programs related to climate action or adaptation.
PC3c. Build a contact database of property owners and managers to facilitate participation in climate action for residential and commercial rental units.
PC3d. Offer resources to renters, such as landlord approval sheets and FAQs, which facilitate renter interactions with landlords regarding facility or property improvements related to climate action or adaptation.
PC3e. Promote rebates for air purifiers, or similar programs, as they become available.
Coordinate with SCAQMD and local NGOs.
PC3f. Continue to collaborate with SCE and OCPA to distribute information regarding energy cost assistance programs for qualified households.
PC3 is a supporting measure with no performance metrics.
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 83 | | 82 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
| 82 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
PC4 | Educate and incentivize Responsible Consumption
The carbon footprint of consumption refers to the
total GHG emissions embedded in the products,
services, and activities we purchase, consume, or
engage in. These emissions are not accounted for
within the community-wide GHG inventory because
they include the entire life cycle of products, such as production or disposal, which may occur outside of
Buena Park. While these emissions are not readily
visible on a local scale, the impacts associated with
consumption habits still impact our natural and urban
landscapes. Businesses also must choose to make
climate-friendly choices because the cost on an individual to change behavior can limit their ability to make more climate-responsible choices. This measure is intended to educate the community about how to consume less and provide easy access to less-resource-intensive alternatives that reduce GHG emissions.
Teaching residents
less-carbon-intensive
practices has potential to
facilitate community member
cost savings. For example, line-
drying clothes limits energy
use, while teaching repair of
items like bikes or clothes can
reduce the need for purchasing
new items.
PC5 | Collaborate to improve Regional Resilience
and GHG Reduction Efforts
Collaboration with regional partners is
important to any effort that addresses climate
action and adaptation because hazards do not
respect jurisdictional boundaries, and GHG
emissions are a global issue. The partnerships
necessary to achieve the goals of the CAAP
depend on the topic or planning effort, but each
requires City staff to maintain relationships and
be aware of the current status. As efforts evolve,
expanded collaboration may be necessary.
Actions to Collaborate to improve Regional Resilience
and GHG Reduction Efforts
Multiple actions within this
measure involve collaboration
with neighboring jurisdictions, state
agencies, or federal agencies to
address regional hazards that may
not originate in Buena Park but have
the potential to impact the public
health and safety of Buena Park
community members.
Actions to Educate and incentivize Responsible Consumption PC4a. Develop and implement a responsible consumption education program and webpage that promotes the benefits of less-carbon-intensive practices, including but not limited to retaining and repairing instead of replacing; using electricity during off-peak hours and turning off appliances and lights when not in use; organizing vehicle trips to get the most out of each trip and reduce miles traveled; line-drying clothes rather than using a dryer; eating more locally grown fruits, vegetables, and meat, and fewer processed foods; and purchasing environmentally friendly products and reducing fast fashion purchases.
PC4 is a supporting measure with no performance metrics.
PC5a. Coordinate with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District regarding Prado Dam operational planning and the flood risks presented to the City.
PC5b. Update the Safety Element upon Housing Element revisions and at least every 8 years.
Coordinate with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to continue to incorporate best practices that mitigate fire hazards and improve community resilience.
PC5c. Regularly communicate with Orange County Fire Authority and the Cities of Fullerton, La Habra, and La Mirada regarding fire mitigation in the Coyote Hills, and offer letters of support for related grant pursuits.
PC5d. Monitor updates and participate in discussions with SCAG and the Orange County Council of Governments regarding regional climate migration planning and policies.
PC5e. Implement the CAAP in coordination with other Orange County jurisdictions to create a consistent regional approach to GHG reduction as outlined in the Orange County Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP). Participate in regional initiatives, disseminate information on green building opportunities, and discuss GHG reduction best practices.
PC5 is a supporting measure with no performance metrics. | 84 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
| 84 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
PC6 | Spark Sustainable Economic Development
The City’s businesses are an important
part of the community . While the City can
only influence certain aspects of business
GHG emission reductions, these reductions
benefit all Buena Park community members.
Actions within this measure are meant to
recognize sustainable business leaders
and community members in Buena Park
and train the workforce to achieve more
sustainable business practices.
Actions to Spark Sustainable Economic Development
Grant-writing trainings provide
education that can lower barriers
to small businesses that may not have
staff experienced with grant writing or
with the process that goes along with
applying for a grant.
PC6a. Continue to support the Sustainable Champion Program to recognize green businesses and residents.
PC6b. Publicize grants available to businesses for reducing GHG emissions and host grant- writing trainings for local organizations, businesses, and property owners.
PC6c. When possible, foster workforce development opportunities when implementing climate action and adaptation projects.
PC6 is a supporting measure with no performance metrics.
PEOPLE AND COMMUNITY
Challenges and Considerations
Workshop respondents were asked what would most
entice them to go to a cooling center. These were their preferred options:
• 37% If it was located closer to where I live
• 22% A space my pet is allowed in
• 15% Food or kitchen facilities
• 15% I'd prefer to visit a business instead of a
community center
• 11% Entertainment / Programming
| 86 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
MEASURE
21 California Natural Resources Agency. 2022. Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy.
Available: https://resources.ca.gov/initiatives/expanding-nature-based-solutions Natural and
Urban Lands (NU)
The natural and urban lands opportunity area addresses
ways that the City can enhance carbon sequestration
within its parks and urban greenspaces. Unlike traditional emissions reduction measures, those within the natural
and urban lands opportunity area help the City achieve
its emissions reduction targets through carbon dioxide
removal, where existing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is captured and stored in vegetation.
Where Buena Park Is
The City maintains a network of parks and open spaces in Buena Park that provide recreational opportunities for residents and comprise the City’s natural urban lands. While the City’s natural lands are primarily designed for recreation, these spaces can also support carbon sequestration and storage through climate-smart practices. There are 13 public parks across Buena Park, consisting of approximately 96.1 acres of public parkland. The main open space within the City is a 200-foot-wide linear easement owned by SCE north of La Palma Avenue, used for garden and nursery operations. Additionally, flood control channels like Brea Creek, Fullerton Creek, and Coyote Creek serve as open spaces, with their banks offering potential for hiking and biking trails.
To support the urban tree canopy, the City adopted its Urban Forest Management Plan in 2010.
The plan outlines the City’s efforts for strategic tree management and includes a master tree planting strategy for new developments and redevelopments, aiming to increase the urban tree canopy. By selecting tree species that are well adapted to local soil conditions, the City ensures long-term tree health and growth, which contributes to carbon sequestration and storage.
Buena Park also offers two community gardens for residents with limited yard space. The Buena Park Community Gardens, located on Thelma Avenue, offers 168 plots for residents to rent annually to grow vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers. The Ehlers Event Center also has a collection of garden plots available for rent for older adults.
NU1
Enhance Carbon Sequestration
and Support Urban Greening
Buena Park’ s Pathway Ahead
To enhance carbon sequestration and storage within Buena Park, the City can encourage climate-smart practices that are appropriate for developed lands .21 According to the California Natural Resources Agency, areas with developed lands that are conducive to climate-smart practices to enhance sequestration include urban and community forests, such as landscaping, greenspaces, parks, green infrastructure (e.g., bioswales and green roofs), gardens, and soils. Priority nature- based climate solutions within developed lands that help limit future carbon losses, enhance carbon sequestration, and ensure continued carbon storage include protecting against existing habitat loss, increasing soil health, and expanding and maintaining the urban tree canopy and green spaces.
To increase carbon sequestration, maintain long-term storage, and prevent future losses, the City can build upon existing efforts and engage the community through educational programs. The City can utilize information from the Urban Forest Management Plan to expand planting initiatives in parks, along streets, and on public land, and encourage residents and businesses to plant within private land.
Utilizing this existing plan can ensure success through place-based tree and plant selection that considers climate, water, and locally specific conditions. The City can also build upon the success of the existing community garden and can encourage climate-smart practices within the City’s natural and urban lands through community outreach and education programs.
CO-BENEFITS
| 88 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
NATURAL AND URBAN LANDS
Emissions Reductions
−445 MT CO2e by 2030
−3,561 MT CO2e by 2045
NU1 | Enhance Carbon Sequestration
and Support Urban Greening
Actions to enhance sequestration and
support urban greening serve as a
complement to traditional GHG emissions
reduction. The City can support the state’s
climate-smart goals while also demonstrating
carbon dioxide removal through locationally
appropriate nature-based solutions.
Actions to Enhance Carbon Sequestration and Support Urban Greening In addition to sequestration
benefits, planting trees can
provide shade to mitigate the urban
heat island effect, improve stormwater
management and air quality, and
support mental health
and social resilience.
NU1a. Incorporate tree replacement requirements into the zoning code.
NU1b. Educate the community on developing and managing landscapes to increase carbon sequestration and drought tolerance.
NU1c. Pursue grant funding for private shade tree planting programs, ensuring the program prioritizes residential neighborhoods directly adjacent to the City’s highest rates of impervious surfaces.
NU1d. Encourage local businesses to integrate low-impact, nature-based climate solutions into new and existing developments. Examples include installation of bioswales, tree-shaded parking lots, and green roofs.
NU1e. Work with local schools to develop an urban greening education program, including implementation of green schoolyards, urban farms, and rain gardens.
NU1f. Expand the City’s community garden with additional sites within Buena Park, prioritizing areas near vulnerable communities.
NU1 Performance Metrics
Metric 2030 2045
# of trees planted in new development 2,000 6,000
# of trees planted on existing public right-of-way 2,000 6,000 | 90 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
Municipal
GHG emissions
are a subset of the
overall community
and account for
approximately 1% of
the City’s emissions
inventory.
M1
Electrify
City Fleet
M2
Reduce
Employee
Commute Emissions
M3
Reduce City Operation
Energy Use and Increase
Renewable Energy
MEASURES
M4
Electrify City-Operated
Off-Road and
Landscaping Equipment
M5
Reduce City Facility
Water Consumption and
Increase Water Reuse
Municipal (M)
The municipal opportunity area addresses
GHG emissions related to the facilities,
equipment, and vehicles that the City owns
and/or operates, as well as employee activities.
Where Buena Park Is
The City established the Climate Action Commission in 2023 to advise City Council on matters related to reducing GHGs from various sectors, including municipal. To further support these efforts, the City hired a sustainability manager in 2024 who develops internal education sessions for staff and coordinates climate-related initiatives citywide.
Transportation is the largest source of municipal emissions, which includes the City’s nearly 200-vehicle fleet and employee commute travel. The fleet is mostly gas-powered (approximately 90%), with 7% electric or hybrid. A pilot program recently introduced two EVs into the fleet for police use, and staff are working to add charging infrastructure at two City facilities. The Public Works Department is also planning broader fleet electrification upgrades through an energy audit led by an energy service company (ESCO). Most employees commute by car, with fewer than 2% using alternative modes.
GHG emissions from municipal energy use (e.g., electricity, natural gas) are the second largest contributor to overall municipal emissions. Demonstrating their commitment to clean energy and emission reductions, the City has enrolled 89% of their accounts in OCPA’s 100% renewable choice plan. The City, with grant funding from the Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN) and TECH Clean California, has also recently replaced six gas water heaters with electric models per a Citywide evaluation of all facilities.
Furthermore, the City is leading the shift to electric-powered off-road equipment. Per the City’s electric landscaping ordinance, City-owned and operated equipment must transition to electric power by July 1, 2025, and all City contractors will be required to use electric equipment by January 1, 2026.
Buena Park’ s Pathway Ahead
Although representing only a small portion of the total inventory, municipal GHG emissions are still an important focus because the City has direct control and influence over its operations and infrastructure.
Additionally, a targeted strategy to reduce emissions from government operations allows the City to lead by example and demonstrate its commitment to climate action.
The strategies implemented to reduce municipal emissions closely mirror the broader community-wide reduction efforts. The City’s own operations function much like a smaller version of the larger community- wide emissions landscape, facing similar challenges and opportunities for emissions reduction.
M6
Reduce
City-Generated
Solid Waste
CO-BENEFITS
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 93 | | 92 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
M1 | Electrify City Fleet
To reduce transportation emissions from City operations, the City can electrify its fleet through a phased transition. Guided by a comprehensive zero-emission vehicle transition plan, the City will begin to replace light-duty gasoline and diesel vehicles with EVs, supported by the installation of charging infrastructure at City facilities. This measure ensures a practical and prioritized shift towards a fully electric municipal fleet by 2045.
M2 | Reduce Employee Commute Emissions
To reduce emissions from employee commute travel, the City can implement voluntary programs supported by marketing campaigns, facilitate shared transportation options, and offer incentives for employees to switch to EVs. This multi-pronged approach aims to encourage City employees to utilize more efficient commute options.
Actions to Electrify City Fleet
Actions to Reduce Employee Commute Emissions
M1a. Transition City light-duty gasoline- and diesel-fueled vehicles to EVs.
M1b. Install EV charging stations at City facilities to facilitate the use of City-owned EVs.
M1c. Develop a City facility zero-emission vehicle transition plan that evaluates the implications for vehicle transition and prioritizes appropriately based on feasibility and availability, infrastructure needs, and phasing.
M1 Performance Metrics
Metric 2030 2045
# of vehicles replaced with EVs 20a Entire fleet
# of EV charging stations installed 10 dual port Sufficient for full fleet a 20 vehicles replaced by EVs in 2030 represents approximately 11% of the City's fleet.
M2a. Implement a voluntary commute trip reduction program.
M2b. Provide commute trip reduction marketing materials to City employees.
M2c. Implement an employee rideshare/vanshare program.
M2d. Implement an employee EV incentive program.
M2 Performance Metrics
Metric 2030 2045
# of annual marketing campaign touch points 4 4
# of employees carpooling/vanpooling 36 employees (9%) 45 employees (11%) # of employees who drive EVs to work 0a employees 285 employees (72%) a For the purposes of calculating GHG emission reductions, no City employees were assumed to drive EVs to work in 2030; however, in striving to meet the 2045 performance metric, the City will initiate efforts to encourage employee EV travel which may result in exceeding the 2030 goal.
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 95 | | 94 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
Public Works team performing maintenance work.
M3 | Reduce City Operation Energy Use
and increase Renewable Energy
To reduce operational energy use and boost renewable energy adoption, the City will identify energy-saving opportunities through audits and implement efficiency upgrades in existing buildings. Concurrently, the City will transition to all-electric new construction, retrofit existing buildings, and expand on-site solar energy generation together with battery storage. The City will also transition all OCPA accounts to the 100% renewable energy option.
M3a. Conduct energy audits of existing City
buildings and facilities to determine
energy-saving opportunities.
M3b. Implement energy efficiency retrofits
of existing City-owned buildings and
facilities based on the results of the
energy audits.
M3c. Require new City-owned buildings
or facilities to be all-electric (i.e.,
no natural gas), unless required
for emergency services in the City’s
Emergency Operations Plan.
M3d. Retrofit City-owned buildings and
facilities to remove natural gas and
install all-electric end uses.
M3e. Install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems
as shade structures at City-owned
parking lots and facilities.
M3f. Include solar panel installation and
cool roofs in the design of all new
City-owned buildings.
M3g. Retrofit City-owned buildings and
facilities to include PV solar and cool
roofs where feasible.
M3h. Install battery energy storage systems
at key City facilities to supplement
PV solar.
M3i. Enroll municipal utility in the OCPA
100% renewable energy program.
M3j. Develop a Microgrid Feasibility Plan for
City-owned emergency response and
critical facilities.
M3 Performance Metrics
Metric 2030 2045
% of existing City-owned buildings retrofitted to
remove natural gas 25% 75%
Capacity of PV solar shade structures 800 kilowatts (kW) 2,100 kW Capacity of PV solar on new City-owned buildings 253 kW 759 kW Capacity of PV solar on existing City-owned buildings 350 kW 1,050 kW Battery energy storage system capacity 4,800 kW 4,800 kW Actions to Reduce City Operation Energy Use and increase Renewable Energy M4 | Electrify City-Operated Off-Road
and Landscaping Equipment
To reduce GHG emissions related to the use of municipal off-road and landscaping equipment, the City can electrify its equipment. The City will implement its Electric Lawn Equipment Transition Plan for both its own operations and contracted services. The City will also accelerate the replacement of diesel or natural gas-powered generators at City facilities with zero-emission alternatives.
M4a. Implement the Electric Lawn Equipment Transition Plan for City-owned and City-contracted uses.
M4b. Transition City-owned and contracted off-road equipment during construction or operation to zero-emission.
M4c. Accelerate replacement of diesel or natural gas-powered backup generators at City facilities to zero-emission options.
M4 Performance Metrics
Metric 2030 2045
# of pieces of equipment replaced with zero-emission alternatives 1 9 # of backup generators replaced with zero-emission alternatives 0 3 Actions to Electrify City-Operated Off-Road and Landscaping Equipment City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 97 | | 96 | Opportunity Areas, Measures, and Actions
Three-stream trash cans in City Hall lobby.
M5 | Reduce City Facility Water Consumption
and increase Water Reuse
To reduce emissions from municipal water use, the City can facilitate reductions in water consumption by installing water-efficient appliances, replacing turf with drought-tolerant landscaping to reduce irrigation, and implementing graywater systems for water reuse.
M5a. Require use of water-efficient appliances in new City buildings.
M5b. Upgrade existing City buildings with water-efficient appliances.
M5c. Replace non-programmed turf at City-owned buildings and facilities with native, drought-tolerant landscaping.
M5d. Install graywater systems at City-owned buildings and facilities.
M5 Performance Metrics
Metric 2030 2045
% reduction in water use in new
City-owned buildings 5% or greater 5% or greater
% reduction in water use in existing
City-owned buildings 5% or greater 15% or greater
% of acres of non-programmed
turf replaced 33% 100%
Actions to Reduce City Facility Water Consumption and increase Water Reuse M6 | Reduce City-Generated Solid Waste
To reduce GHG emissions related to solid waste from City government operations, the City will need to reduce its waste generation. The City will develop guidelines for food waste prevention specifically related to its service operations and large events held at City facilities and will continue to implement mandatory three-stream waste sorting at all facilities. This dual approach aims to minimize waste generation and maximize diversion of waste material from landfills.
M6a. Develop guidelines for food waste prevention planning for City food service operations and large events at City facilities.
M6b. Continue to implement three-stream waste sorting (trash, recycling, and compost) at all City facilities in line with SB 1383.
M6 Performance Metrics
Metric 2030 2045
% reduction in food waste at City facilities 5% 15%
Tons of solid waste reduced from City facilities 2 tons 5 tons Actions to Reduce City-Generated Solid Waste
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 99 |
MUNICIPAL
Emissions Reductions
−1,285 MT CO2e by 2030
−3,350 MT CO2e by 2045
Summary
The City is committed to reducing its GHG emissions in alignment with state legislation and enhancing the community’s resilience to the impacts of climate change. The City is targeting reductions of 107,278 MT CO 2e by 2030 and 258,333 MT CO2e by 2045. These ambitious goals will be achieved through the six emissions-reducing focused opportunity areas: municipal, on-road transportation, energy and the built environment, off-road equipment, water and wastewater, and solid waste. The 2030 and 2045 reduction goals will further be supported by the carbon sequestration actions within the natural and urban lands opportunity area, which help draw down existing CO 2 in the atmosphere and capture it for long-term storage in vegetation and soils.
By 2030, approximately 55% of these reductions will result from efforts within the energy and built environment opportunity area, with on-road transportation contributing an additional 41%. By 2045, as California’s electricity grid shifts to 100% renewable energy, local efforts to curb on-road transportation emissions will become the primary contributor to the City’s goal, accounting for 64% of total reductions. Energy-related initiatives will still play a crucial role, contributing 25% primarily through the phase-out of natural gas. A detailed summary of the emission reductions is provided in Appendix D.
The City can achieve its climate adaptation goals, largely through implementation of the measures and actions within the people and community opportunity area.
This opportunity area focuses on fostering community benefits and enhancing resilience through education, resources, and services. This includes engaging diverse groups, like renters, low-income households, and local organizations, and building strong relationships with local partners to expand sustainable practices.
Additionally, resilience efforts will involve enhancing cooling center programming and piloting innovative solutions developed with local partners. These adaptation efforts will be further strengthened by the cross-cutting measures and actions (i.e., those that address both mitigation and adaptation simultaneously) integrated across all of the emissions-reducing opportunity areas. iMPLEMENTATiON
AND
MONiTORiNG
6 A Clear
Implementation
Framework is
Essential to
CAAP Success
The CAAP is a living document
designed to evolve alongside
emerging climate science,
community needs, and
legislative developments.
Chapter 6 outlines a deliberate
and well-defined approach
to implementation and
monitoring to ensure that the
CAAP remains responsive and
successful in an ever-changing
climate and policy landscape.
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 103 | | 102 | Implementation and Monitoring
Lead Departments
The following key departments will
lead implementation of the individual
CAAP actions:
• Office of Sustainability will lead
the coordination of overall CAAP
implementation and monitoring of
progress.
• Public Works will lead implementation of
CAAP actions that involve changes to the
City’s public right-of-way, infrastructure
improvements, equipment installation,
water and solid waste utility improvements,
and tree planting.
• Community and Economic Development
will support actions related to workforce
development, job creation, and financial
incentives for housing improvements.
Additionally, it will lead implementation
of regulatory CAAP actions (i.e., local
laws, codes, and ordinances), as well as
actions related to permitting, zoning, and
development standards. The Planning
Division will also be responsible for
ensuring integration of CAAP actions
for new development during CEQA
environmental review.
• Emergency Management will lead
implementation of CAAP actions related
to emergency planning, climate risk
management, and interagency coordination
for hazard mitigation.
Community Partners
In addition to City departments and
leadership, successful implementation of the
CAAP will require active participation and
collaboration of community partners, such
as residents, businesses, community-based
organizations (CBOs), schools, and regional
agencies, among others. Many of the actions
within the CAAP require voluntary behavior
changes to reduce GHG emissions or enhance
community resilience and will therefore
require involvement from residents and
business owners. These individual actions will
help achieve CAAP goals incrementally and
will motivate others to participate. Local CBOs
and schools can also assist with education
and marketing-related actions to offer subject
matter expertise and extend the reach
of engagement.
Additionally, many regional agencies can help
support CAAP actions through partnerships,
resulting in efficient use of resources,
coordinated planning, greater engagement,
and stronger funding opportunities. For
example, given the interconnectedness of
utility and transportation infrastructure,
Public Works regularly coordinates with
other public agencies, such as the California
Department of Transportation (Caltrans),
OCTA, Orange County Water District (OCWD),
and the California Regional Water Quality
Board to support their ongoing maintenance
of City infrastructure.
6. Implementation
and Monitoring
Chapter 6 outlines the approach for the successful implementation and monitoring of the CAAP. Clearly defining how the plan will be implemented and the expectations for ongoing monitoring will ensure accountability and facilitate any adjustments that may be necessary as the plan progresses.
The success of the plan requires the following implementation and monitoring components:
1. Clearly defined roles and responsibilities
2. Timeline that includes milestones
3. Performance indicators
4. Identification of funding opportunities
5. Ongoing community engagement
6. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) integration mechanism
IMPLEMENTATION
Implementation refers to the process of enacting the actions from Chapter 5. The key components of successful implementation are discussed below, with further detail provided in Appendix E.
Roles and Responsibilities
Implementation of the CAAP will be a coordinated effort, requiring input from multiple individuals and teams. The overall implementation process will be led by the City’s Office of Sustainability, which will be supported by other City departments and community partners, including individual residents and businesses.
4 | 104 | Implementation and Monitoring
Implementation will also be supported by the City’s Climate Action Commission, which has contributed to the City’s climate action and adaptation initiatives, including critical input for CAAP development, and assistance with CAAP early actions, such as the residential urban homesteading ordinance and the electric lawn equipment transition ordinance.
Timeline
Timing is an important factor for ensuring successful implementation of the City’s CAAP. Given that the City will use the CAAP as a roadmap to achieve its state-aligned GHG emission reduction targets for 2030 and 2045, intentional timing of action implementation is essential to turn these long-term goals into reality. The CAAP will use a phased approach to guide implementation with embedded performance metrics to provide temporal granularity, as described below.
Phasing
Given the scale and complexity of actions needed to achieve the City’s climate goals, an intentional, phased approach will be used for CAAP implementation. Strategically sequencing action rollout will ensure efficient use of City resources and maximize overall impact. The phasing of implementation accounts for a variety of factors, including GHG emission reduction potential, cost-effectiveness, and feasibility, among others. The CAAP actions are assigned to one of four phases, which are listed and described below. • Phase 0 (in progress). Actions within Phase 0 are “early actions” that have either already been implemented or are organized and set to launch by CAAP adoption. These actions will be continued, expanded, or enhanced with the implementation of the CAAP. • Phase 1 (first up). Actions implemented in Phase 1 are foundational actions that are essential to the success of future actions and/or phases. These actions are “momentum builders” that establish policies, secure funding, or install critical infrastructure needed for other actions and phases to begin.
• Phase 2 (before 2030). Phase 2 actions are “high-impact” and are feasible with current technologies, resources, and knowledge base. Their funding is either available, or likely sources are identified, and the success of these actions is scalable. Phase 2 actions may require implementation of Phase 1 actions to begin leveraging existing policies, infrastructure, partnerships, etc.
• Phase 3 (before 2045). Actions implemented during Phase 3 are part of the City’s long-range vision and commitment to climate innovation. At the time of plan adoption, actions within Phase 3 may be less feasible or impactful due to emerging technologies, an evolving regulatory setting, or limited available funding. Planning and research can begin in earlier phases, but full rollout of actions in this phase is expected later in the plan implementation.
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 107 | | 106 | Implementation and Monitoring
through grants, financing, and tax credits. The
largest share of funding is available as tax
credits to businesses. 23
The key federal departments delivering
climate-related funding relevant to the City
include the Department of Transportation
(DOT), the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA), the Department of Energy (DOE), the
Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA), and the Department of Health and
Human Services (HHS). Further detail on the
federal departments responsible for allocating
IIJA, IRA, and other climate-related funding
programs is provided in Appendix E.
State
California offers a range of funding
opportunities for local government climate
action and adaptation initiatives. While
some of the state-led programs incorporate
federally allocated funds, such as the IIJA
and IRA discussed above, many others are
supported by state-specific sources including
voter-approved bonds, Cap-and-Trade
revenues, and targeted budget allocations.
The Proposition 4 measure approved by
voters in November 2024 is a major source
of state climate-related funding. Proposition
4 authorizes $10 billion to address climate-
related issues, including drought, flooding,
wildfire, sea level rise, renewable energy,
extreme heat, and sustainable agriculture.
The bond’s initial allocation is included in the
state’s 2025–2026 budget, totaling $2.7 billion
managed across various state departments,
including the California Natural Resources
Agency (CNRA), the California Department of
Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), and
the California Department of Fish and Wildlife
(CDFW).24
Another significant source of state-specific
climate funding is the California Climate
Investments (CCI) program, which is
supported by revenue generated through
the state’s Cap-and-Trade Program. CCI
funds are managed by the California Air
Resources Board (CARB) and consist of 117
programs administered by 27 agencies.
CCI programs support GHG emissions
reductions, enhance environmental justice,
and improve community resilience to climate
change impacts. 25
Key state departments with programs
and funding relevant to the City’s CAAP
implementation include CNRA, the California
Strategic Growth Council (SGC), CARB, the
California Energy Commission (CEC), Caltrans,
the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation
(LCI), and the California Office of Emergency
Performance indicators
Performance indicators are provided for
CAAP actions, where appropriate, and provide
additional guidance and temporal goals
to guide implementation. In most cases,
performance indicators are provided for
the two future target years (i.e., 2030 and
2045), and allow the lead City Departments to
clearly understand milestones required within
each action for those dates. Additionally,
performance indicators are tied to
quantifiable GHG emission reductions, which
provide clear measurements of successful
implementation. The performance indicators
are designed to be simple and easy to track
to minimize City staff effort while enhancing
transparency and maximizing accountability.
Funding Opportunities
Identification of funding for CAAP actions is
essential to the success of implementation.
While most actions will eventually result in
net economic benefit, the initial investment
will be relatively significant and prohibitive for
the City and implementing partners (including
individual residents and business owners),
without external funding options. External
funding is available for climate-related actions
from a variety of sources, including federal,
state, regional, and local programs.
It is important to note that funding programs
and availability is always evolving and can
change substantially even on an annual basis.
The sources listed below and their specific
funding opportunities should be tracked
annually to ensure that the best available
information is considered by City staff when
implementing CAAP actions.
Key funding sources are summarized below,
and specific opportunities are discussed in
further detail in Appendix E.
Federal
The federal government has made significant
funding commitments for climate action and
adaptation through key pieces of legislation,
including the IIJA and IRA, enacted in 2021
and 2022, respectively. The IIJA appropriated
approximately $711.8 billion for grants to
tribes, states, localities, and territories to
support transportation, energy and power,
climate resilience, and other infrastructure
projects. As of April 2025, 47% of IIJA funds
have been obligated (i.e., legally committed to
a grantee), meaning 53% or $305.5 billion is
still available. 22
The IRA includes approximately $369 billion
for energy security and climate change
programs from 2022 to 2031, with about
half of all funding provided for investments
in energy supply. IRA funding is available
23 C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group. 2022. Climate action and the Inflation Reduction Act: A guide for local government leaders. October. Available: https://www.c40knowledgehub.org/s/article/Climate-action-and-the-Inflation-Reduction-Act -A-guide-for-local-government-leaders?language=en_US.
24 California Legislative Analyst’s Office. 2025. Proposition 4 Spending Plan. February 12. Available: https://lao.ca.gov /Publications/Report/4958.
25 California Climate Investments. 2025. Annual Report Cap-and-Trade Auction Proceeds. May. Available: https://ww2.arb .ca.gov/sites/default/files/auction-proceeds/cci_annual_report_2025.pdf 22 U.S. Government Accountability Office. 2025. Infrastructure Grants: Status of Funding to Tribes, States, Localities, and Territories as of December 31, 2024. April 29. Available: https://www.gao.gov/assets/gao-25-107243.pdf.
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 109 | Services (CalOES). Further detail on the
specific programs and state departments
responsible for allocating climate-related
funding is provided in Appendix E.
Regional
Funding for climate-related efforts is also
available from regional partners, including
regional planning organizations, air and
water districts, utility providers, and other
related organizations. SCAG is the regional
transportation planning agency and council
of governments for six Southern California
counties and 191 cities, including Buena
Park. SCAG provides funding to support
sustainable regional transportation initiatives
and climate-smart planning. OCTA also makes
federal, state, and local funding available
to cities for improvements to all modes
of surface transportation, including active
transportation, public transit, and overall
sustainable transportation planning.
The South Coast Air Quality Management
District (SCAQMD) regulates air quality for
the region and implements programs to
reduce emissions from mobile and stationary
sources. While SCAQMD’s focus is primarily
criteria air pollutants, many available funding
programs also address emissions of GHGs,
including grants for clean vehicle fleets, and
zero-emissions equipment and technologies.
MWDOC is the City’s regional water wholesale
supplier and works to promote regional water
use efficiency. MWDOC can support CAAP
implementation through rebate and funding
programs that facilitate turf replacement,
drip irrigation, rain barrels, high-efficiency
appliances, and other water conservation and
efficiency measures.
The City’s utility providers, including OCPA,
SCE, and Southern California Gas Company
(SoCal Gas), provide technical assistance,
resources, funding, and rebate programs that
will support implementation of the CAAPs
actions related to energy efficiency, zero-
carbon energy procurement, and renewable
energy generation and storage.
In addition to direct funding and incentives,
these agencies can provide unique
partnership opportunities for the City on
regional projects for mutual efficiency and
cost-savings. Further detail on the specific
programs and additional regional partners
that offer climate-related funding is provided
in Appendix E.
Local
At the local level, funding for CAAP
implementation can be appropriated from a
combination of mechanisms, including the
City’s general fund, bonds, or special taxes
and fees. For certain actions, climate-related
improvements may be integrated into capital
projects and routine operational costs. Funds
can be leveraged from the existing municipal
budget across relevant departments where
existing projects and CAAP actions align.
The City may also explore use of municipal
bonds for projects with large up-front costs
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 111 | | 110 | Implementation and Monitoring
collectively achieving the plan’s fundamental
goals. Monitoring will be the responsibility
of the City’s Office of Sustainability, with
input from the other lead implementing
City departments. The City will use a
comprehensive monitoring approach with
specific tools, including an implementation
matrix and CEQA streamlining checklist for
new development.
implementation Matrix
The sustainability manager, and other
City staff as appropriate, will use an
implementation matrix to track the
progress of individual CAAP actions. The
implementation matrix is a comprehensive
table that includes all relevant components
needed for the lead departments to
implement their actions. Relevant
implementation components provided in the
matrix include the following:
• Opportunity Area
• Measure
• Action
• Action Type
• Lead City Department
• Partners
• Phase
• Performance Indicators
• Funding Opportunities
The matrix serves as a roadmap that can
easily be referenced and monitored to assess
CAAP progress.
California Environmental
Quality Act Streamlining
The City’s CAAP is a qualified GHG reduction
plan that meets the requirements of the State
CEQA Guidelines 15183.5 (b), as demonstrated
in Table 2. As such, future discretionary
projects may tier from the CAAP to streamline
their CEQA GHG emissions analyses. Future
discretionary projects that are consistent with
the growth assumptions used in the CAAP
can demonstrate that their incremental GHG
emissions contribution is not cumulatively
considerable, given compliance with the
applicable reduction actions included herein.
A CAAP consistency checklist will be used
to identify specific key attributes or best
management practices for different land
uses (e.g., residential, office, and industrial)
to achieve, support, and otherwise not
conflict with the City’s CAAP. Use of the
CAAP consistency checklist will be managed
by the City’s Planning Division during the
CEQA review process. The checklist provides
an efficient monitoring tool to assess
implementation of reduction actions for new
development in the City.
The requirements specified in the State
CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.5(b) for
qualified GHG reduction plans are presented
in Table 2, together with the CAAP’s
demonstrated incorporation.
where there is no budget or grant funding
available. Green bonds may be particularly
relevant for funding CAAP actions given their
focus on infrastructure and capital projects
that address climate resilience and the
reduction of GHG emissions. 26
The City also has the authority to implement
special taxes, given appropriate voter
approvals (i.e., two-thirds majority). Special
taxes are those imposed for a particular
purpose, earmarked to fund specific actions.
For CAAP implementation, a special tax could
be used to fund specific climate-related
improvements.
Ongoing Community
Engagement
Ongoing community engagement, which
extends beyond initial plan development, is
critical to successful CAAP implementation.
Maintaining a dialogue with the City’s
interested parties will ensure that the
CAAP is responsive, inclusive, and effective
for achieving its goals, for all individuals
it impacts. To continue outreach and
engagement during CAAP implementation, the
City will maintain a web-based version of the
plan that is user-friendly and accessible and
provides the community with updates to track
progress.
Several of the actions included in the CAAP
are focused on education and awareness of
different action and adaptation programs.
Continued outreach will also include
marketing to promote incentive, rebate,
and funding programs that are available to
residents and businesses for implementation
of voluntary actions. These educational and
promotional events and marketing campaigns
will occur throughout implementation to
raise awareness of specific topics but will
also serve as additional touch points with the
community, empowering individuals to take
action and foster a sense of ownership of
CAAP’s success.
While continued community engagement
will be managed largely by the Office of
Sustainability, ongoing coordination with
community partners, including schools, CBOs,
and regional agencies, will help to extend the
reach of these efforts. In addition, the Climate
Action Commission can play a central role
in guiding engagement strategies, advising
on City priorities, and can serve as a liaison
between the City and its constituents.
MONITORING
CAAP monitoring refers to the broader,
ongoing process that evaluates the cumulative
success of the individual actions. This involves
tracking progress, evaluating outcomes,
and making adjustments if necessary to
ensure that the implemented actions are
Community members participating in a booth at the
2025 Sustainability Fair.
26 California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA). The Green Bond Pledge. Available: https://www.cpcfabonds. com/california-pollution-control-financing-authority-bonds-ca/about/esg-program/i3483 | 112 | Implementation and Monitoring
Table 2. CAAP Compliance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.5 15183.5(b)(1) Required Elements City of Buena Park CAAP (a) Quantify greenhouse gas emissions, both
existing and projected over a specified time period,
resulting from activities within a defined geographic
area.
The CAAP includes a baseline (existing) inventory
for 2023 and an ABAU GHG inventory for 2030 and
2045, as presented in Chapter 3.
(b) Establish a level, based on substantial evidence,
below which the contribution to GHG emissions
from activities covered by the plan would not be
cumulatively considerable.
The CAAP establishes a GHG emissions target of
250,736 MT CO2e in 2030 and 51,772 MT CO2e
in 2045, as presented in Chapter 3. This target
aligns with the Statewide GHG emissions targets
established by SB 32 and AB 1279.
(c) Identify and analyze the GHG emissions resulting
from specific actions or categories of actions
anticipated within the geographic area.
The CAAP identifies and analyzes GHG emissions
from various emission source sectors relevant to
the City including transportation, energy, water and
wastewater, solid waste, and off-road equipment, as
presented in Chapter 3.
(d) Specify measures or a group of measures,
including performance standards, that substantial
evidence demonstrates, if implemented on a
project-by-project basis, would collectively achieve
the specified emissions level.
The CAAP includes specific measures and actions
to achieve the overall community-wide reduction
target, as presented in Chapter 5.
(e) Establish a mechanism to monitor the plan’s
progress toward achieving the level and to require
amendment if the plan is not achieving specified
levels.
The CAAP includes implementation and monitoring
direction and tools, as discussed in Chapter 6 and
Appendix E.
(f) Be adopted in a public process following
environmental review.
The IS/ND serves as the environmental review
for the CAAP. The adoption process for the IS/ND
includes a public process.
Notes: CAAP = Climate Action and Adaptation Plan; CEQA = California Environmental Quality Act; ABAU = adjusted business-as-usual; GHG = greenhouse gas; MT CO 2e = metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent; SB = Senate Bill; AB = Assembly Bill; City = City of Buena Park; IS/ND = initial study/negative declaration.
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 115 | Acronyms and Abbreviations
AB Assembly Bill
ABAU Adjusted Business-as-Usual
APU auxiliary power unit
ATP Active Transportation Plan
BAU Business-as-Usual
BEV battery electric vehicle
CAAP Climate Action and
Adaptation Plan
CALGreen California Green
Building Standards
Caltrans California Department
of Transportation
CARB California Air Resources Board
CBO community-based organization
CCA Community Choice Aggregator
CCI California Climate Investments
CEQA California Environmental
Quality Act
CH4 methane
City City of Buena Park
CNRA California Natural
Resources Agency
CO2 carbon dioxide
CRV California Redemption Value
EO Executive Order
EV electric vehicle
GHG greenhouse gas
GWRS Groundwater
Replenishment System
HVAC heating, ventilation,
and air conditioning
IIJA Infrastructure Investment
and Jobs Act
IRA Inflation Reduction Act
kW kilowatt
kWh kilowatt-hour
LACSD Los Angeles County
Sanitation Districts
MaaS mobility as a service
MT CO2e metric tons of carbon
dioxide equivalent
MWDOC Municipal Water District
of Orange County
N2O nitrous oxide
NGO Non-Governmental Organization
OC Basin Orange County
Groundwater Basin
OCPA Orange County Power Authority
OCSAN Orange County
Sanitation District
OCTA Orange County
Transportation Authority
PCAP Priority Climate Action Plan
PHEV plug-in hybrid electric vehicle
PV photovoltaic
RCP Representative
Concentration Pathway
RPS Renewables Portfolio Standard
SB Senate Bill
SCAG Southern California Association
of Governments
SCAQMD South Coast Air Quality
Management District
SCE Southern California Edison
TRU Transport Refrigeration Unit
VMT vehicle miles traveled
ACRONYMS
AND
ABBREviATiONS
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 117 | Glossary
Active Transportation Plan (ATP)
Active transportation is an umbrella term meant to describe human powered transportation and low speed electronic assist devices. An ATP is a document that outlines strategies to improve walking, biking, and other human-powered transportation options. An ATP is a resource for creating and setting up new active transportation infrastructure to ensure that new bike lanes or sidewalks make sense for the areas in which they are placed. The City of Buena Park adopted its ATP in 2024, and the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) aligns and builds on the strategies identified.
Adaptive Capacity
“Adaptive capacity” refers to a community’s ability to withstand, adapt to, and recover from hazards. City facilities and programs can impact adaptive capacity. The Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) assesses adaptive capacity within Appendix C, Vulnerability Assessment, and includes policy to improve adaptive capacity.
Anthropogenic
The word “anthropogenic” refers to environmental change caused or influenced by people, either directly or indirectly. Anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are human-caused GHG emissions.
Business-as-Usual (BAU) and Adjusted Business-as-Usual (ABAU) The BAU scenario describes emissions based on projected growth in population, employment, and other factors and does not consider policies that would reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the future. The ABAU scenario describes emissions based on projected growth and considers policies that will achieve GHG reductions in the future (i.e., assumes federal- and state-mandated GHG emissions reduction measures would be implemented by the projected forecast year). The ABAU, unlike the BAU, accounts for adopted GHG emissions reductions because of regulations that would be implemented between the baseline year and future years.
The City of Buena Park’s GHG emissions were forecasted for two future years (2030 and 2045) for two scenarios: BAU and ABAU.
California Air Resources Board (CARB)
CARB is a department of the California Environmental Protection Agency. It is responsible for regulating air quality in California. CARB develops and enforces regulations to reduce air pollution and protect public health and the environment. It also conducts research, monitors air quality, and promotes sustainable transportation and energy policies to improve air quality
GLOSSARY
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 119 | | 118 | Glossary
Carbon Dioxide Equivalent (CO 2e)
CO2e is a unit of measurement that is used to compare the emissions of various greenhouse gases (GHGs) based on their global warming potential (GWP). It represents the amount of CO 2 that would have the same global warming impact as a given quantity of another GHG over a specified period. CO 2e is used in the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) inventory to easily compare GHG emissions across sectors and years.
Carbon Sequestration
Carbon sequestration is the process by which carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere and stored in natural or artificial reservoirs, or “carbon pools.” There are three types of carbon sequestration: biological, geological, and technological. Biological carbon sequestration is the storage of carbon dioxide (CO 2) in vegetation such as crops, forests, and grasslands, as well as in soils and oceans. Geologic carbon sequestration involves injecting carbon into underground geologic formations. Technological carbon sequestration captures and stores carbon from the atmosphere in engineered materials or devices.
Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP)
A CAAP is a comprehensive road map that outlines the activities and informs the decisions that an agency will undertake to achieve reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions; it also develops comprehensive adaptation and resilience strategies to respond to the impacts of climate change. A CAAP typically includes a range of actions aimed at reducing GHG emissions, such as promoting renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing transportation options. It also includes measures to build resilience to climate change, such as upgrading infrastructure, managing water resources, and protecting natural ecosystems.
Climate Action Commission (CAC)
The City of Buena Park’s CAC was created by the City Council in 2023 to provide guidance on citywide sustainability initiatives. The CAC advises the City Council on matters pertaining to reducing greenhouse gases (GHGs) from the City’s municipal, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, and on adapting to climate change within the City’s jurisdiction; advises and aids the City Council in meeting the City’s commitment to climate action; and promotes and incorporates the City’s Core Values. The CAC consists of five voting members who are residents of the City and who are appointed directly by the City Council.
Community Choice Aggregator (CCA)
A CCA allows local governments to procure electricity on behalf of their residents, businesses, and municipal accounts from an alternative supplier while still receiving transmission and distribution services from their existing utility provider. CCAs are formed to provide energy and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. CARB plays a crucial role in California’s efforts to combat climate change and improve air quality for its residents.
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and
CEQA-Qualified Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Plan
CEQA is a state law enacted in 1970 that requires state and local government agencies to identify and disclose the potential environmental impacts of proposed projects. CEQA is intended to inform government decision makers and the public about the potential environmental effects of proposed activities and to prevent significant, avoidable environmental damage.
A CEQA-qualified GHG Reduction Plan, such as a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP), is a plan that meets specific requirements outlined in CEQA Guidelines 15183.5(b). This allows the plan to be used as a basis for streamlined CEQA environmental analyses for development projects within the jurisdiction.
California Green Building Code (CALGreen)
The California Green Building Standards Code, also known as CALGreen, sets the minimum requirements for green building practices for new construction and renovations in California.
It was established to reduce the environmental impact of buildings and promote sustainable design and construction practices. CALGreen covers various aspects of building design, construction, and operation, including energy efficiency, water conservation, indoor air quality, and material selection. The code requires builders to meet certain green building standards, such as using energy-efficient lighting and appliances, installing low-flow plumbing fixtures, and using environmentally friendly building materials.
Carbon Dioxide (CO 2)
CO2 is a naturally occurring gas and a by-product of human activities and is the principal anthropogenic (i.e., caused by human activity) greenhouse gas (GHG) that affects the earth’s radiative balance. Natural sources of CO 2 include respiration of bacteria, plants, animals, and fungus; evaporation from oceans; volcanic out-gassing; and decomposition of dead organic matter. Human activities that generate CO 2 are the combustion of fuels such as coal, oil, natural gas, and wood and changes in land use. CO 2 is the predominant GHG evaluated in the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP).
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 121 | | 120 | Glossary
Emission Reduction Potential
Emission reduction potential is the capacity for reducing the emission of greenhouse gases (GHG)s from a particular source, sector, or activity. It quantifies the maximum amount of emissions that could be avoided or reduced through the implementation of specific measures or actions. For quantifiable measures, an emission reduction potential is noted in the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP).
Emissions Scenarios
Climate models that project changes in hazards are heavily impacted by the amount of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that occur. The medium-emissions scenario, formally known as Representative Concentration Pathway (RCP) 4.5, assumes global emissions peak in 2040 and then decline. The high-emissions scenario is RCP 8.5, which assumes global emissions continue to rise through 2100. In line with state recommendations, this document considers only the high-emissions scenario for mid-century (2035–2064) projections and discusses both scenarios for end-century (2070–2099) projections.
Equity
Equity is a state in which all individuals experience identical access to opportunities, independent of socioeconomic status. Often, individuals experiencing inequity lack socioeconomic status due to their race, age, citizenship status, indigeneity, disability, gender, sexual orientation, and/or other socioeconomic factors impacting their power and privilege.
Equity is a similar but distinct term from equality. With equality, all individuals have equal access to opportunities, but adjustments are not made for those who lack socioeconomic power.
Under an equitable framework, the perspectives and opinions of marginalized individuals are amplified, largely because these voices have historically been suppressed.
Global Warming Potential (GWP)
GWP is a measure of how much heat a greenhouse gas (GHG) traps in the earth’s atmosphere over a specified period relative to the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO 2). It is used to compare the relative impact of different GHGs on global warming and climate change. For example, methane (CH 4) has a GWP that is 21 times that of CO 2.
Greenhouse Effect
The greenhouse effect is a natural process that warms the earth. The earth’s atmosphere naturally contains greenhouse gases (GHGs) that trap some of the sun’s outgoing radiation, keeping the earth warm enough to support life. Increased concentrations of GHGs due to human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, are causing the earth to warm at an accelerated rate, leading to climate change.
options that are more local, renewable, and/or cost-effective than those offered by the incumbent utility. Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) is an existing CCA that serves the City of Buena Park.
Community-Based Organization (CBO)
CBOs are groups that work on local issues and causes, including within the Buena Park community. These groups include nonprofits, religious centers, local businesses, research centers or universities, culture- and ethnicity-oriented groups, immigrant groups, and others.
Cooling Center
A cooling center is an officially designated and advertised public place activated during extreme heat events where community members can go for air conditioning. In Buena Park, cooling centers include Ehlers Event Center and the library.
Decarbonization
Decarbonization is a strategic approach to reduce or entirely remove carbon-emitting energy sources, fuels, industrial processes, and other products and activities to mitigate the impacts of climate change by lowering carbon emissions. This process involves transitioning to cleaner, renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, and promoting carbon sequestration, among other measures. Decarbonization of the transportation and energy sector are key objectives of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP).
Disadvantaged Communities (DACs)
DACs are areas that experience the highest combination of economic, health, and environmental burdens. Examples of these burdens include poverty, high unemployment, air and water pollution, presence of hazardous wastes, asthma, and more. One way that the state identifies these areas is through an analytical tool created by the California Environmental Protection Agency called CalEnviroScreen, which combines data on economic, health, and environmental burdens into a score to determine relative DACs. Census tracts that score 75% or higher are considered disadvantaged by the state. Buena Park has six census tracts that are considered disadvantaged (about 36% of the City, primarily in the north-central portion of the City). These are discussed more in Appendix C, Vulnerability Assessment.
Emergency Response Facilities
Emergency response facilities include police, fire, and other emergency response services activated during an emergency and used to respond to potentially harmful situations like hazard events. For the purposes of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP), it is important to know where these buildings are located and if they are resilient to climate hazards in their current state.
City of Buena Park Climate Action and Adaptation Plan | 123 | | 122 | Glossary
Edison to generate 52% of their retail electricity using qualified renewable energy technologies by the end of 2027; 60% by 2030; 90% by 2035; 95% by 2040; and 100% by 2045.
Representative Concentration Pathway (RCP)
RCPs include assumptions for future global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which are then utilized in climate models that project changes in hazards. RCP 4.5 is a medium-emissions scenario that assumes global emissions peak in 2040 and then decline. RCP 8.5 is a high- emissions scenario that assumes global emissions continue to rise through 2100. In line with state recommendations, this document considers only RCP 8.5 for mid-century (2035–2064) projections and discusses both RCP 4.5 and 8.5 for end-century (2070–2099) projections.
Urban Heat Island Effect
The “Urban Heat Island Effect” refers to temperatures in urban areas with higher rates of dark and impervious surfaces, like roads and parking lots, which can be up to 7°F warmer than outlying areas. This is due to these materials absorbing and re-emitting heat more than natural features, like trees. Urban heat islands in Buena Park are concentrated in areas with industrial and warehouse land uses and at large parking lots surrounding commercial and entertainment hubs.
Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT)
VMT is a metric that measures the total number of miles driven by all vehicles in a specific area over a given period. VMT is a key indicator of transportation demand and is used to estimate the on-road transportation greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Greenhouse Gas (GHG)
A GHG is a gas that absorbs and emits radiation in the earth’s atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect. GHGs act as a blanket around the earth, trapping heat, leading to increases in global temperatures. The primary GHGs in the earth’s atmosphere include water vapor (H 2O), carbon dioxide (CO 2), methane (CH 4), and nitrous oxide (N 2O), which may be caused by natural or human processes. The Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) GHG inventory includes CO2, CH4, and N2O, which represent the primary GHGs associated with activities within the City of Buena Park.
Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS)
An LCFS is a regulatory program that requires a reduction in the carbon intensity of transportation fuels, such as gasoline and diesel. The goal of an LCFS is to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the transportation sector by promoting the use of low-carbon and renewable fuels. California’s LCFS law requires changes to the types of fuels used in vehicles.
Methane (CH4)
CH4 is produced through both natural and human activities. CH 4 is a flammable gas and is the main component of natural gas. CH 4 is produced through anaerobic (without oxygen) decomposition of waste in landfills, flooded rice fields, animal digestion, decomposition of animal wastes, production and distribution of natural gas and petroleum, coal production, and incomplete fossil fuel combustion. CH 4 is a key greenhouse gas (GHG) evaluated in the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP).
Nitrous Oxide (N 2O)
N2O is produced through natural and human activities, mainly through agricultural activities and natural biological processes, although fuel burning and other processes also create N2O. Sources of N 2O include soil cultivation practices (microbial processes in soil and water), especially the use of commercial and organic fertilizers, manure management, industrial processes (such as in nitric acid production, nylon production, and fossil-fuel-fired power plants), vehicle emissions, and using N 2O as a propellant (e.g., rockets, racecars, and aerosol sprays). N2O is a key greenhouse gas (GHG) evaluated in the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP).
Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS)
RPS is a regulatory policy that requires utilities to obtain a certain percentage of their electricity from renewable sources, such as wind, solar, and geothermal energy. RPS policies are intended to promote the development of renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the electricity sector. California’s RPS requires utility providers like Southern California Appendix
APPENDIX A
Community Engagement
and Outreach Materials
APPENDIX B
GHG Emissions
Inventory, Forecasting,
and Target Setting
APPENDIX C
Vulnerability Assessment
APPENDIX D
GHG Reduction
Supporting Material
APPENDIX E
Implementation Plan
APPENDiCES
CLIMATE ACTION AND ADAPTATION PLAN SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS buenapark.com/CAAP
• Appendix A: Community Engagement and Outreach Materials • Appendix B: GHG Emissions Inventory, Forecasting, and Target Setting • Appendix C: Vulnerability Assessment
• Appendix D: GHG Reduction Supporting Material
• Appendix E: Implementation Plan
• Initial Study/Negative Declaration of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and General Plan Safety Element Update
• Draft-to-Final Changes Summary
September 23, 2025
STUDY SESSION
Item No. 9A.
City Council Agenda Report
DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING A TRAFFIC STUDY IN THE AREAS NEAR BEATTYMIDDLE SCHOOL AND EMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PREPARED BY PRESENTED BY
Nader Alqam, Principal Engineer Nader Alqam, Principal Engineer
DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL CITY MANAGER APPROVAL
Mina Mikhael, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Aaron France, City Manager
DISCUSSION
On May 13, 2025, Mayor Joyce Ahn requested discussion related to a traffic study and recommendations aimed at addressing speeding concerns in Bellehurst area, including the neighborhoods near Beatty Middle School and Emery Elementary School.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
The Bellehurst neighborhood, generally bound by Beach Boulevard and Malvern Avenue, is primarily composed of single-family residential homes with higher-density residential development on Cameron Drive, Argyle Drive, and Los Coyotes Drive. Access to Malvern Avenue is available via four main streets: Burlingame Avenue, Monticello Avenue, Links Road/Kenwood Avenue, and Country Club Drive. Access to Beach Boulevard is provided through Los Coyotes Drive, Argyle Drive, and Cameron Drive. The neighborhood is characterized by its semi-rural nature, featuring many horizontal and vertical curves and general lack of sidewalks except along Cameron Drive, Argyle Drive, portions of Los Coyotes Drive and Country Club Drive.
Gordon H. Beatty Middle School is located in the northeast corner of the intersection of Country Club Drive at Cameron Drive. The school is primarily accessed through Country Club Drive. Parent/Student drop-offs and school bus drop-offs are done via the school parking lot located off of Country Club Drive. Currently, there is a school parking lot that can be accessed via Cameron Drive that is currently used for staff parking and learning center parking.
Charles G. Emery Elementary School is located in the northeast corner of the intersection of Somerset Street at Kenwood Avenue. The school is primarily accessed through Somerset Street. Parent/Student drop-offs areas are split, with upper grade drop-off zones located on the east side of the school, off of Somerset Street and lower grade drop-off on the school’s southwest side. A school bus drop-off and pick-up zone is located on Kenwood Avenue on the school’s west side.
Country Club Drive is a two-lane collector roadway with single-family home frontage and school frontage along the street. On-street parking is prohibited between Malvern Avenue and Fox Hills Avenue. On-street parking is allowed from Fox Hills Avenue to Country Club Drive. This roadway serves as one of four primary access points for this neighborhood to reach Malvern Avenue, which is a principal arterial in the City. The street’s geometry comprises of several horizontal curves, and a general vertical grade change. The speed limit is 25 MPH on Country Club Drive.
Cameron Drive is a two-lane local residential roadway with a large number of multi-family residential complexes along the street, and also serves as the sole access to Friendship Park. On-street parking is allowed on both sides of the street. This roadway spans from Beach Boulevard to Country Club Drive. The street’s geometry comprises of several horizontal curves, and is generally flat. The speed limit is 30 MPH on Cameron Drive.
Somerset Street is an unstriped local residential roadway with school and single-family home frontage on both sides of the street. On-street parking is located on both sides of the street along the roadway with exception near Emery Elementary School, where parking is prohibited to accommodate for better school circulation. The street’s geometry comprises of several horizontal curves, and a general vertical grade change. The speed limit is 25 MPH on Somerset Street.
Kenwood Avenue is an unstriped local collector roadway with school and single-family home frontage on both sides of the street. On-street parking is located on both sides of the street along the roadway. This roadway serves as one of four primary access points for this neighborhood to reach Malvern Avenue. The street’s geometry can be described as predominately straight with a gradual elevation change. The speed limit is 25 MPH on Kenwood Avenue.
Exhibit A shows the vicinity of the elementary schools and general vicinity of the study area.
ANALYSIS
In response to this request, staff conducted comprehensive field reviews, collected traffic data, and reviewed the accident history for the area. A consultant was retained to collect traffic speeds and volume data over a two-day period at 22 strategic locations, encompassing major and minor roads that provide access to both schools. Per the standard practice, data was collected on school days while classes were in session. Exhibit B shows the locations of the traffic data collection sites.
A summary of the data collected is presented in Table 1 below:
Table 1: Summary of Traffic Speed, Volumes and Accident History in Study Area 2-Day Average
Street Segment
Average
Daily
Traffic
(veh/day)
85th
Percentile
Speed
(MPH)
Speed
Limit
(MPH)
Accident
History
(5 Years)
Argyle Dr Between Beach Blvd and Cameron Dr698 22 25
Burlingame Ave Between Deepdale Ave and Country Club Dr1,283 28 25 Burlingame Ave Between Oakmont Pl and Deepdale Ave 1,980 29 25 Burlingame Ave Between Malvern Ave and Oakmont Pl 2,950 32 25 Cameron DrBetween Beach Blvd and Country Club Dr1,572 28 30 2 Country Club DrBetween Somerset St and Los Coyotes Dr1,330 30 25 Country Club DrBetween Fox Hills Ave and Brae Burn Pl1,860 31 25 3 Emerywood DrBetween Deepdale Ave and Somerset St416 23 25 Fox Hills Ave Between Los Coyotes Dr and Somerset St131 26 25 Fox Hills Ave Between Country Club Dr and Somerset St552 29 25 Fox Hills Ave Between Oakmont Pl and Lockhaven Dr479 29 25 Kenwood Ave Between Country Club Dr and Somerset St1,180 30 25 Kenwood Ave Between Somerset St and Links Rd1,547 32 25 Lockhaven DrBetween Oakmont Pl and Fox Hills Ave 204 26 25 Los Coyotes DrBetween Beach Blvd and Waverly Dr 3,015 34 35 1 Los Coyotes DrBetween Waverly Dr and Country Club Dr2,383 33 35 1 Monticello Ave Between Malvern Ave and Kenwood Ave 455 24 25 Ridglea Ave Between Fox Hills Ave and St Andrews Ave 370 31 25 Somerset StBetween St Andrews Ave and Country Club Dr373 33 25 Somerset StBetween Country Club Dr and Emery Elementary1,122 23 25 St. Andrews Ave Between Los Coyotes Dr (NW) and Ridglea Ave 996 31 25 St. Andrews Ave Between Ridglea Ave and Los Coyotes (SE)228 27 25 The complete dataset is shown in Exhibit C.
The traffic study data, summarized in Table 1, showed that traffic volumes throughout the area are within typical ranges for both collector and residential streets in the neighborhood. As expected, higher volumes were observed along collector streets such as Burlingame Avenue, Cameron Drive, Country Club Drive, Kenwood Avenue, and Los Coyotes Drive, which serve as key access points to Beach Boulevard and Malvern Avenue.
An analysis of traffic speeds reveled that 85th percentile speeds were generally within 5 MPH of the posted/ prima facie speed limits. In the vicinity near Beatty Middle School, Cameron Drive and Country Club Drive the recorded speeds were 28 MPH and 31 MPH respectively. Near Emery Elementary School, Somerset Street and Kenwood Avenue measured speeds were 23 MPH and 30 MPH respectively.
However, few segments did show speeds higher than desirable for residential areas near schools. areas of concerns where speeding was noted included:
Burlingame Ave (Malvern to Oakmont): 32 MPH in 25 MPH zone Country Club Dr (Fox Hills to Brae Burn): 31 MPH in 25 MPH zone Kenwood Ave (Somerset to Links): 32 MPH in 25 MPH zone
Somerset St (St. Andrews to Country Club): 33 MPH in 25 MPH zone Field review provided context of these elevated speeds. Firstly, both Burlingame Avenue and Kenwood Avenue have significant downhill segments, which may contribute to unintentional speeding. Additionally, these segments serve as access routes to Malvern Avenue, a condition that may further influence driver behavior. Somerset Street, while not a direct exit point, may be experiencing increased speeds from motorists using St. Andrews Avenue as a cut-through route to Beach Boulevard. However, traffic data does not indicate a significant cut-through traffic issue at this time.
A review of the collision history over the past five years revealed that while some street segments did experience reported collisions, no consistent patterns were identified. The data indicates that the neighborhood is operating safely, with an overall excellent safety record, as anticipated based on its residential character and traffic conditions.
Given that the neighborhood is generally operating safely and within acceptable thresholds, staff does not recommend implementing broad traffic-calming measures at this time. However, passive traffic-calming strategies that have demonstrated effectiveness are recommended for specific segments where elevated speeds were observed. These measures include updated speed limit signage, striping enhancements such as centerlines or edge lines, and increased enforcement presence.
Table 2 summarizes the specific recommendations by location.
Table 2: Summary of Recommendations for Study Area
Street Segment Recommendations
Burlingame Ave
Between Malvern Ave and Oakmont
Pl
Centerline and updated speed limit
signs, enforcement
Cameron Dr
Between Beach Blvd and Country
Club Dr
Updated speed limit signs
Country Club Dr
Between Fox Hills Ave and Brae
Burn Pl
Edge lines and updated speed limit
signs, enforcement
Kenwood Ave Between Somerset St and Links Rd
Centerline and speed limit signs,
enforcement
Somerset St
Between St Andrews Ave and
Country Club Dr
Centerline and speed limit signs,
enforcement
Exhibit D shows the general location of these improvements.
Attachments
Exhibit A - LOCATION MAP.pdf
Exhibit B - TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION LOCATIONS.pdf
Exhibit C - TRAFFIC DATA.pdf
Exhibit D - RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS MAP.pdf
CITY OF LA MIRADACITY OF BUENA PARK
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
CITY OF FULLERTONCITY OF BUENA PARK
CITY OF LA MIRADACITY OF FULLERTONCITY OF LA MIRADACOUNTY OF ORANGE
CITY OF LA MIRADACOUNTY OF ORANGE
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
EMERYWOOD DR
KENWOOD AVE
SOMERSET CT
OAKMONT PL
CAMERON DR
BEACH BLVD
ARGYLE DR
BURLINGAME AVECOUNTRY CLUB DR
SOMERSET ST
FOX HILLS AVE
FOX HILLS AVERIDGLEA AVE
ST. ANDREWS AVE
LOCKHAVEN DR
BRAE BURN PL
RIDGLEA AVE
RIDGLEA AVE
BONNIE BRAE DR
WAVERLY DRMONTICELLO AVE
BEATTYMIDDLESCHOOLFRIENDSHIPPARK EMERYELEMENTARYSCHOOL
ST. ANDREWS AVE
LOS COYOTES DR
LOS COYOTES DR
FOX HILLS AVE DEEPDALE AVE
CYPRESS POINT AVE
TRAVISTUCK PL
MALVERN AVE
COUNTRY CLUB DR
TRAFFIC STUDY
DRAWN BY:DATE:DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
EXHIBIT NO.BELLEHURST NEIGHBORHOODVICINITY MAPANMA9/15/25 N
CITY OF LA MIRADACITY OF BUENA PARK
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
CITY OF FULLERTONCITY OF BUENA PARK
CITY OF LA MIRADACITY OF FULLERTONCITY OF LA MIRADACOUNTY OF ORANGE
CITY OF LA MIRADACOUNTY OF ORANGE
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
EMERYWOOD DR
KENWOOD AVE
SOMERSET CT
OAKMONT PL
CAMERON DR
BEACH BLVD
ARGYLE DR
BURLINGAME AVECOUNTRY CLUB DR
SOMERSET ST
FOX HILLS AVE
FOX HILLS AVERIDGLEA AVE
ST. ANDREWS AVE
LOCKHAVEN DR
BRAE BURN PL
RIDGLEA AVE
RIDGLEA AVE
BONNIE BRAE DR
WAVERLY DRMONTICELLO AVE
BEATTYMIDDLESCHOOLFRIENDSHIPPARK EMERYELEMENTARYSCHOOL
ST. ANDREWS AVE
LOS COYOTES DR
LOS COYOTES DR
FOX HILLS AVE DEEPDALE AVE
CYPRESS POINT AVE
TRAVISTUCK PL
MALVERN AVE
COUNTRY CLUB DR
APPROXIMATE DATACOLLECTION LOCATIONLEGEND:
TRAFFIC STUDY
DRAWN BY:DATE:DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
EXHIBIT NO.BELLEHURST NEIGHBORHOODTRAFFIC DATA COLLECTIONLOCATIONSBNMA9/15/25 N
Average Daily
Traffic
85th Percentile
Speed
Average Daily
Traffic
85th Percentile
Speed
Average Daily
Traffic
85th Percentile
Speed Speed Limit Accident History
(veh/day) (MPH) (veh/day) (MPH) (veh/day) (MPH) (MPH) (5 Years) Argyle Dr Between Beach Blvd and Cameron Dr 740 22 655 22 698 22 25 Burlingame Ave Between Deepdale Ave and Country Club Dr 1,294 27 1, 271 28 1,283 28 25 Burlingame Ave Between Oakmont Pl and Deepdale Ave 1,983 29 1,976 29 1,980 29 25 Burlingame Ave Between Malvern Ave and Oakmont Pl 2,882 32 3,017 32 2 ,950 32 25 Cameron Dr Between Beach Blvd and Country Club Dr 1,690 28 1,453 28 1 ,572 28 30 2 Country Club Dr Between Somerset St and Los Coyotes Dr 1,349 30 1,3 11 29 1,330 30 25 Country Club Dr Between Fox Hills Ave and Brae Burn Pl 1,850 31 1,8 70 30 1,860 31 25 3 Emerywood Dr Between Deepdale Ave and Somerset St 463 23 369 23 416 23 25 Fox Hills Ave Between Los Coyotes Dr and Somerset St 134 27 127 25 13 12 6 2 5 Fox Hills Ave Between Country Club Dr and Somerset St 520 28 583 29 5 52 29 25 Fox Hills Ave Between Oakmont Pl and Lockhaven Dr 467 29 490 29 479 29 25 Kenwood Ave Between Country Club Dr and Somerset St 1,195 30 1,165 2 9 1,180 30 25 Kenwood Ave Between Somerset St and Links Rd 1,576 32 1,518 32 1,547 3 22 5 Lockhaven Dr Between Oakmont Pl and Fox Hills Ave 192 25 215 27 204 26 25 Los Coyotes Dr Between Beach Blvd and Waverly Dr 3,077 34 2,952 34 3, 015 34 35 1 Los Coyotes Dr Between Waverly Dr and Country Club Dr 2,448 32 2,31 7 33 2,383 33 35 1 Monticello Ave Between Malvern Ave and Kenwood Ave 495 24 414 24 455 2 42 5 Ridglea Ave Between Fox Hills Ave and St Andrews Ave 352 30 387 32 37 03 1 2 5 Somerset St Between St Andrews Ave and Country Club Dr 374 33 371 32 373 33 25 Day 1 - 8/19/25 Day 2 - 8/20/25 2-Day Average
Street Segment
EXHIBIT C - TRAFFIC DATA RESULTS
CITY OF LA MIRADACITY OF BUENA PARK
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
CITY OF FULLERTONCITY OF BUENA PARK
CITY OF LA MIRADACITY OF FULLERTONCITY OF LA MIRADACOUNTY OF ORANGE
CITY OF LA MIRADACOUNTY OF ORANGE
COUNTY OF ORANGECITY OF BUENA PARK
EMERYWOOD DR
KENWOOD AVE
SOMERSET CT
OAKMONT PL
CAMERON DR
BEACH BLVD
ARGYLE DR
BURLINGAME AVECOUNTRY CLUB DR
SOMERSET ST
FOX HILLS AVE
FOX HILLS AVERIDGLEA AVE
ST. ANDREWS AVE
LOCKHAVEN DR
BRAE BURN PL
RIDGLEA AVE
RIDGLEA AVE
BONNIE BRAE DR
WAVERLY DRMONTICELLO AVE
BEATTYMIDDLESCHOOLFRIENDSHIPPARK EMERYELEMENTARYSCHOOL
ST. ANDREWS AVE
LOS COYOTES DR
LOS COYOTES DR
FOX HILLS AVE DEEPDALE AVE
CYPRESS POINT AVE
TRAVISTUCK PL
MALVERN AVE
COUNTRY CLUB DR
CenterlineUpdated Speed Limit Signs
Speed Limit Signs
EdgelinesUpdated Speed Limit Signs
CenterlineUpdated Speed Limit Signs
CenterlineUpdated Speed Limit Signs
TRAFFIC STUDY
DRAWN BY:DATE:DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
EXHIBIT NO.BELLEHURST NEIGHBORHOODPROPOSED IMPROVEMENTSCNMA9/15/25 N
September 23, 2025
STUDY SESSION
Item No. 9B.
City Council Agenda Report
UPDATE ON THE CITY'S PAVEMENT CONDITION INDEX (PCI) AND DISCUSSION REGARDING FUTURESTRATEGIES TO IMPROVE CITY ROADS
PREPARED BY PRESENTED BY
Mina Mikhael, Director of Public Works/City EngineerMina Mikhael, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL CITY MANAGER APPROVAL
Mina Mikhael, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Aaron France, City Manager
DISCUSSION
At the City Council Meeting of May 27, 2025, Council Member Sonne requested that staff review and evaluate options for expediting the City's street rehabilitation schedule. The City continues to implement a robust annual paving and slurry sealing program to maintain and improve the Pavement Condition Index (PCI) rating across all city streets. The City utilizes three major funding sources for all transportation related Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. These funding sources are RMRA (SB1), Gas Tax, and Measure M2. Collectively, these sources provide the City with funding to plan, budget, and construct projects. Out of this funding, roughly $4 million is used directly on the construction portion of transportation related projects. This funding is spent on our annual paving, annual slurry, arterial pavement rehabilitation, traffic signal improvements, and other right-of-way improvements, including curb ramps, sidewalks, and driveways. The City has historically done an excellent job in utilizing the funding received to address the necessary repaving of streets through best practices, new technologies, and proactive planning/budgeting.
However, the discrepancy between today's funding sources and inflation rates is significantly impacting the ability to continue implementing the City’s Pavement Management Plan (PMP). The concern is that the current fair share revenue will not be able to meet transportation project needs as most gas taxes are not adjusted based on yearly inflation. Although the cost of paving a roadway depends on where it’s located, how wide it is, and several other factors, major arterial rehab projects that have been completed over the past three years illustrate an increase in cost per mile when taking into account the cost increases of labor, equipment, and pavement materials.
It is worth noting that the rise of electric and hybrid vehicles could lead to funding shortfalls in the next few years as fewer gas station visits translate to less revenue from gas taxes. Moreover, vehicles are increasing in weight, particularly with the rise of electric vehicle sales, causing more wear and tear on asphalt pavement.
Per the latest Pavement Management Plan completed in 2024, approximately 25% of the city streets are at a rating of fair or below. With the existing budget, the PMP is projecting a slow drop in overall PCI and an increase in streets rated at fair or below over the next several years. The city will likely see an increase in the number of streets requiring immediate attention in a few years time.
Deteriorating infrastructure can negatively affect local businesses and deter new investments in our community.
Additionally, delaying necessary repairs can lead to higher costs in the future as streets continue to degrade with heavier vehicles and changes in climate as experienced over the past few years.
This challenge is county-wide; however, some Orange County cities are supplementing the transportation funding with alternative funding sources to deliver a more significant impact to the improvement of their local infrastructure.
The City, in coordination with other Orange County cities, is also discussing new technologies to repave streets with lower costs allowing agencies to deliver more with less, however, these technologies have not experienced the test of time.
To effectively implement the City’s PMP and prevent further deterioration, increased funding is required. Per the latest 2024 PMP, a recommended total budget of approximately $7M annually would allow the City to repave streets at a pace that will maintain or slightly increase the current overall PCI over the next seven years. This requires an additional funding of approximately $3M annually to supplement the grant and local fair share funding utilized in the current CIP budget.
Investing in street infrastructure is crucial for the safety, economy, and overall well-being of our community. By providing the necessary funding, the City can ensure that our streets are safe, efficient, and conducive to economic growth.
September 23, 2025
STUDY SESSION
Item No. 9C.
City Council Agenda Report
DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING THE CREATION OF A SISTER CITY AD HOC COMMITTEE
PREPARED BY PRESENTED BY
Eddie Fenton, Assistant City Manager/Director of
Human Resources
Eddie Fenton, Assistant City Manager/Director of
Human Resources
DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL CITY MANAGER APPROVAL
Aaron France, City Manager Aaron France, City Manager
DISCUSSION
On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Council Member Franco requested a discussion on the formation of a Sister City Ad Hoc committee.
Historically, City Council Ad Hoc Committees are comprised of two members (less than a quorum) of the City Council to work with staff on specific subjects, and report back to the full City Council for either direction or information. If the City Council is interested, it would be appropriate for the City Council to appoint two members to serve on a Sister City Ad Hoc committee and request the committee propose criteria or guidelines for a more formal and consistent Sister City program. Staff envisions a program with student exchanges, which could include a review of the budget and the staff time required to sustain this program. Staff will bring back formal program guidelines for consideration at a future City Council meeting.
Staff is requesting the City Council make the necessary appointments to a Sister City Ad Hoc committee, if interested, or provide different direction.