Implementation Policy Implementation Action Responsible Department(s) Supporting Agency(s) Timeframe* Funding Source Status Action 1.1.a Continue to update zoning and development standards to incorporate setbacks, buffers, and separation requirements between sensitive receptors and high‑impact uses.
Community Development South Coast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD),
as needed
Short‑term Staff time
Action 1.1.b Use CEQA review to ensure appropriate site‑design and pollution‑mitigation measures for proposed projects near sensitive receptors.
Community Development
-
Ongoing Staff time; applicant
fees
Action 1.2.a Prepare and publish a “Healthy Homes Mitigation Guide” with recommended filters, ventilation improvements, and landscaping strategies.
Community Development; City
Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
Orange County Health Care
Agency
Short‑term Staff time;
health‑related grants
Action 1.2.b Distribute mitigation materials through community centers, libraries, and neighborhood associations.
City Manager’s Office (Public
Information); Parks & Recreation -
Ongoing Staff time
Action 1.3.a Prioritize street tree planting and maintenance in disadvantaged communities as part of the City’s ongoing urban forestry efforts, consistent with the Community Forest Management Plan and Tree City USA commitments described in the Open Space and Conservation Element.
Public Works (Urban Forestry) CalFire; OC Parks (as needed) Short‑term; Ongoing
Urban forestry grants;
tree‑planting funds
Action 1.3.b Incorporate vegetative buffers—trees, shrubs, bioswales—into roadway and capital improvement projects.
Public Works
-
Mid‑term Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) funds;
stormwater/green
infrastructure grants
Action 1.4.a Coordinate with SCAQMD to obtain updated community‑level air quality monitoring data and identify pollution hot spots.
Community Development SCAQMD Short‑term Staff time
Action 1.4.b Publish air quality data and related health information on the City website and through community outreach channels.
City Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
-
Ongoing Staff time
Action 1.5.a Prioritize pedestrian, bicycle, and transit-supportive improvements serving disadvantaged communities in transportation planning and the CIP, coordinating with the VMT reduction strategies identified in the Open Space Element Action Plan (Policy P6.11).
Public Works; Community
Development
Orange County Transportation
Authority (OCTA)
Mid‑term Active Transportation
Program; SB1 funds
Action 1.5.b Expand EV charging stations at public parking locations to support zero‑emission vehicle adoption.
Public Works; Community
Development -
Short‑term
Action 1.6.a Update and publicize truck and bus route maps and improve corridor signage to reduce impacts on residential areas.
Public Works; Police Department
-
Short‑term CIP funds; Staff time
Action 1.6.b Periodically review truck and bus routes to ensure they minimize community impacts and reflect land use changes.
Public Works
-
Long‑term Staff time
Action 1.7.a Replace municipal fleet vehicles at end‑of‑life with low‑emission or zero‑emission models.
Public Works (Fleet Services) California Air Resources Board (HVIP)
Ongoing Fleet replacement
funds; clean fleet
grants
Action 1.7.b Expand EV charging infrastructure at key municipal facilities to support fleet and public charging needs.
Public Works; Information
Technology (as needed)
-
Mid‑term CIP funds
* Timeframe: Short-term (0–2 years), mid-term (2–4 years), long-term (4–7 years) P1.5 Reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled
Encourage transportation strategies that reduce
vehicle miles traveled and emissions, including transitoriented development, active transportation improvements, and support for zero-emission
vehicles.
P1.6 Enforce Truck and Bus Route Regulations
Enforce designated truck and bus routes to reduce
air quality, noise, and safety impacts on residential
neighborhoods and other sensitive receptors and
periodically evaluate and update route designations
to ensure they continue to minimize community
impacts and reflect current land use and
transportation conditions.
P1.7 Cleaner Municipal Fleet and Fueling
Infrastructure
Continue to reduce air pollutant emissions from
municipal operations by maintaining and expanding
the City’s clean vehicle programs, including
alternative‑fuel and zero‑emission fleet vehicles,
publicly accessible clean fueling and electric vehicle
charging infrastructure, and environmentally
responsible vehicle maintenance practices.
P1.1 Land Use Compatibility
Promote land use compatibility by minimizing
conflicts between sensitive receptors (such as
homes, schools, and childcare facilities) and pollutiongenerating uses through zoning, development standards, and buffering where feasible.
GOAL 1: Protect residents, especially those in disadvantaged communities, from disproportionate exposure to air, noise, and odor pollution by promoting cleaner land use patterns, reducing vehicle emissions, and enhancing natural buffers.
P1.2 Promote Pollution Mitigation
Educate property owners on pollution mitigation
measures such as retrofitting homes with air filters,
ventilation systems, and landscaping.
P1.3 Preserve and Enhance Natural Buffers
Support the expansion and maintenance of urban
tree canopy, landscaping, and green infrastructure in
areas with elevated pollution exposure.
P1.4 Monitor Air Quality
Coordinate with regional, state, and federal
agencies—including the South Coast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD)—to monitor and
reduce air quality impacts affecting disadvantaged
communities.
Action 2.1.a Update and maintain the City’s stormwater management procedures to align with evolving State and Federal requirements.
Public Works State Water Resources Control
Board (SWRCB)
Short-term Staff time
Action 2.1.b Continue citywide water quality monitoring and reporting as required under National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and MS4 permits.
Public Works SWRCB Ongoing Staff time
Action 2.2.a Perform routine cleaning, inspection, and maintenance of storm drains, catch basins, and treatment devices.
Public Works
-
Ongoing City General Fund;
stormwater program
funds
Action 2.2.b Conduct regular inspections of commercial, industrial, and public facilities for proper wastewater connections and compliance with discharge requirements.
Public Works
-
Ongoing Staff time
Action 2.2.c Maintain a streamlined public reporting tool for residents to report possible illicit discharge or spills.
Public Works; City Manager’s
Office (Public Information) -
Ongoing Staff time
Action 2.3.a Integrate LID requirements into development review by updating guidelines and ensuring consistency with statewide LID standards, and coordinate with the City’s green street and natural water management policies in the Open Space and Conservation Element (Policies P6.3 and P6.6).
Community Development; Public
Works
-
Short-term Staff time;
Stormwater/water
conservation grants
Action 2.3.b Offer simple applicant-facing LID guidance (e.g., a one‑page handout or webpage) illustrating best practices such as permeable paving, swales, and rain gardens.
Community Development
-
Mid-term Staff time
Action 2.4.a Participate in countywide and regional watershed coordination meetings and share monitoring data where applicable.
Public Works Orange County Public Works;
regional water agencies
Ongoing Staff time
Action 2.4.b Identify multi‑jurisdictional opportunities for green infrastructure or pollutant reduction projects in impacted neighborhoods.
Public Works Orange County Public Works;
Santa Ana Watershed Project
Authority (as applicable)
Mid-term Regional grants;
watershed program
funds
Action 2.5.a Maintain communication with the State Water Resources Control Board and Regional Water Quality Control Board to track progress on LUST cleanup sites and share community impact information to help prioritize sites in disadvantaged areas.
Public Works SWRCB Short-term;
Ongoing
Staff time
Action 2.5.b Compile and share relevant city-held information such as historical land use, permit records with State agencies to support identification and monitoring of contamination sites.
Community Development; Public
Works
-
Short-term Staff time
GOAL 2: Minimize water quality pollution, including compliance with state and federal water quality standards, reducing runoff and surface pollutants off-site, and reducing pollutant loading in the water system.
P2.4 Collaborate with Neighboring Jurisdictions
Coordinate with Orange County, regional water
agencies, and regulatory agencies to address water
quality issues that may disproportionately affect
impacted communities.
P2.1 Compliance with Water Quality Regulations
Ensure compliance with state and federal water
quality regulations through continued implementation
of stormwater management programs and water
quality monitoring.
P2.2 Maintenance and Monitoring
Continue regular maintenance and monitoring of
stormwater collection and treatment facilities to
ensure effective operation. Regularly inspect
commercial, industrial, and public facilities to ensure proper connections to the sanitary system and avoid
illicit discharge.
P2.3 Low Impact Development
Encourage low impact development (LID) practices in
new development and redevelopment to reduce
runoff and improve stormwater infiltration.
P2.5 Support Water Quality Remediation
Support identification, monitoring, and remediation of
known contamination sites, prioritizing efforts by the
California State Water Resources Control Board and
Regional Water Quality Control Boards on Leaking
Underground Storage Tank (LUST) cases, prioritizing
sites affecting impacted communities where feasible.
Action 3.1.a Integrate climate and environmental justice considerations into City planning documents and capital improvement project scoping by referencing adopted plans (e.g., Climate Action Plan, LHMP) during project development and review.
Community Development; Public
Works
-
Short-term Staff time
Action 3.1.b Encourage reuse, recycling, and sustainable construction practices in City-led projects by incorporating environmental guidelines into standard project specifications.
Public Works
-
Mid-term CIP funds; staff time
Action 3.2.a Provide applicants with simple guidance materials summarizing green building practices, energy‑efficient design options, and available incentive programs.
Community Development Southern California Edison (as
needed)
Short-term Staff time
Action 3.2.b Incorporate energy‑efficient and sustainable design features into City facility upgrades and new municipal construction where feasible.
Public Works
-
Mid-term;
Ongoing
CIP funds; energyefficiency grants
Action 3.3.a Review and reference the LHMP during development review and municipal project planning to ensure consistency with adopted mitigation actions and identified hazards.
Community Development; Fire
Department (Emergency
Management)
-
Short-term;
Ongoing
Staff time
Action 3.3.b Prioritize implementation of LHMP actions benefiting neighborhoods with high vulnerability or limited adaptive capacity.
Fire Department (Emergency
Management); Public Works -
Mid-term Hazard mitigation
grants; staff time
Action 3.4.a Reference CalEnviroScreen and other available environmental health data during planning studies, zoning updates, and major project evaluations to identify impacted communities.
Community Development
-
Short-term;
Ongoing
Staff time
Action 3.4.b Publish or link to key cumulative-impact data sources on the City website to support public understanding of overlapping environmental burdens.
City Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
-
Short-term Staff time
Action 3.5.a Use existing environmental data tools and CEQA review to identify potential disproportionate impacts and incorporate appropriate mitigation measures into project conditions.
Community Development
-
Ongoing Staff time; applicant
fees
Action 3.5.b Prioritize public infrastructure improvements, such as street repairs, lighting, drainage, and tree planting, in communities experiencing higher cumulative pollution burdens.
Public Works
-
Mid-term;
Ongoing
CIP funds; green
infrastructure grants
P3.1 Climate‑Responsive Planning
Incorporate climate change mitigation, greenhouse
gas reduction, and environmental justice
considerations into City planning, construction, and
capital improvement projects through implementation
of adopted plans, sustainable construction practices,
and materials reuse and recycling.
P3.2 Sustainable and Energy‑Efficient
Development
Support energy‑efficient, low‑emission buildings and
infrastructure by promoting green building practices,
energy conservation, and the use of sustainable
design standards in public facilities and development
projects.
P3.4 Assessment of Cumulative Pollution
Burdens
Consider cumulative pollution burdens and
environmental health indicators in planning and
decision‑making processes by utilizing available data
sources, such as CalEnviroScreen and regional
studies, to identify communities that experience
overlapping exposure to pollution and adverse health
outcomes.
P3.3 Hazard Mitigation and Climate Resilience
Incorporate and advance the mitigation actions
identified in the City of Fullerton Local Hazard
Mitigation Plan (LHMP) into land use, infrastructure,
and climate resilience planning, with particular
consideration for sensitive populations and
populations with limited adaptive capacity, including
communities disproportionately impacted by
environmental and climate‑related hazards.
P3.5 Avoid Disproportionate Impacts
Ensure that future development, infrastructure, and
land use decisions do not exacerbate cumulative
pollution exposures or health risks in communities
already experiencing environmental and public health
disparities.
GOAL 3: Reduce vulnerability to climate change, cumulative pollution burdens, and overlapping health risks by implementing resilience strategies and prioritizing interventions in communities facing multiple hazards.
Action 4.1.a Incorporate transit‑supportive land use and design concepts, such as increased density, reduced parking, and walkability enhancements, into zoning and development standards around key transit corridors.
Community Development Orange County Transportation
Authority (OCTA) as needed
Mid‑term Staff time
Action 4.1.b Prioritize public realm improvements (sidewalks, lighting, bike facilities) serving transit stops in disadvantaged communities through the CIP.
Public Works
-
Mid‑term CIP funds; active
transportation grants
P4.2 Collaborate with Transportation Providers
Collaborate with transit agencies to improve service
and equitable access; continue partnerships with
regional transit agencies to expand service and
increase ridership.
Action 4.2.a Participate in ongoing coordination meetings with OCTA and regional transit providers to communicate mobility needs in impacted communities and explore opportunities for expanded routes or frequency.
Public Works OCTA Ongoing Staff time
Action 4.3.a Coordinate with OCTA and specialized transportation providers to maintain and improve senior and paratransit services in neighborhoods with limited mobility access.
Public Works OCTA Ongoing Staff time
Action 4.3.b Identify and prioritize multimodal connections such as sidewalk gaps, bike lanes, safer crossings to improve access to major community destinations in disadvantaged neighborhoods.
Public Works
-
Mid‑term CIP funds; Active
Transportation
Program
Action 4.3.c Promote awareness of available transportation options through coordinated outreach at community centers, libraries, and online platforms.
City Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
-
Short‑term Staff time
Action 4.4.a Use capital improvement planning to prioritize facility upgrades, park improvements, and infrastructure investments in neighborhoods with unmet public facility needs.
Public Works; Parks &
Recreation -
Ongoing CIP funds
Action 4.4.b Track and evaluate geographic distribution of public improvements to ensure equitable allocation of resources.
Public Works
-
Mid‑term Staff time
P4.5 Equitable Access to Educational, Cultural,
and Civic Facilities
Coordinate with school districts, public agencies, and
service providers to improve access to educational,
cultural, and civic facilities in impacted communities.
Action 4.5.a Collaborate with local school districts, libraries, and cultural organizations to identify opportunities for shared‑use programs or joint facility enhancements serving impacted communities.
Community Development Local school districts; Orange
County Public Libraries
Mid‑term Staff time
Action 4.6.a Implement routine inspection and maintenance schedules for parks, community centers, and public buildings to ensure safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency.
Public Works; Parks &
Recreation -
Ongoing City General Fund;
staff time
Action 4.6.b Integrate energy‑efficient lighting, water conservation features, and sustainability upgrades into facility renovation projects where feasible.
Public Works
-
Mid‑term CIP funds;
energy‑efficiency
grants
P4.7 Fair‑Share Contributions for Public
Infrastructure
Ensure that new development contributes its fair
share toward the provision, maintenance, and
improvement of public facilities and infrastructure
needed to serve projected growth in a manner
consistent with City development fees.
Action 4.7.a Periodically review development impact fees and update them as needed to ensure they reflect infrastructure demands and support equitable funding for public facilities.
Community Development;
Finance
-
Ongoing Staff time
P4.1 Transit-Oriented Development
Encourage compact, transit‑oriented development
near transit stops and corridors that support
walkability, biking, and transit use in both new and
established neighborhoods.
P4.4 Equitable Distribution of Public Facilities
Promote the equitable distribution of public
improvements and amenities across all
neighborhoods by prioritizing capital investment and
infrastructure upgrades in impacted communities and
planning for future public facility needs.
GOAL 4: Ensure equitable access to high-quality public facilities and infrastructure that support community well-being and opportunity.
P4.6 Maintenance and Quality of Public Facilities
Maintain and enhance public facilities and
infrastructure through ongoing investment,
responsible maintenance practices, and design
standards that ensure facilities are safe, accessible,
energy‑efficient, and compatible with surrounding
land uses.
P4.3 Equitable and Multimodal Transportation
Support equitable access to public facilities,
employment centers, services, and community
destinations by continuing to provide and coordinate
multimodal transportation options, including senior
and specialized transportation services, active
transportation programs, public transit, and regional
rail connections, while planning for future
improvements that enhance accessibility,
sustainability, and community connectivity.
Action 5.1.a Expand outreach to promote free and low‑cost recreational programs in impacted communities through community centers, schools, and public information channels.
Parks & Recreation; City
Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
-
Short-term Staff time
Action 5.1.b Regularly evaluate recreational programming to identify gaps in services for youth, older adults, and vulnerable populations and adjust offerings accordingly.
Parks & Recreation
-
Ongoing City General Fund;
staff time
P5.2 Joint Use of Recreational Facilities
Collaborate with school districts, educational
institutions, and other public or private partners to
expand shared use of recreational facilities, such as
fields, pools, and courts, to increase community
access to opportunities for physical activity.
Action 5.2.a Coordinate with local school districts to explore new or expanded joint‑use agreements that increase community access to sports fields, courts, playgrounds, and indoor facilities.
Parks & Recreation Local school districts Mid-term Staff time P5.3 Recreation‑Supportive Facility Siting
Encourage the siting of educational and community
facilities in locations that support walking, bicycling, and access to parks, trails, and transit, to promote
daily physical activity and active lifestyles.
Action 5.3.a Incorporate access to parks, trails, transit, and active transportation networks into land use and development review criteria for new community-serving facilities.
Community Development; Public
Works
-
Short-term Staff time
P5.4 Universal Access to Parks and Open Space
Ensure that parks, trails, and recreational facilities
are designed and maintained using universal design
principles so they are accessible, safe, and
welcoming to people of all ages and abilities.
Action 5.4.a Integrate ADA compliance and universal design features into park renovation and capital projects, including accessible paths, seating, and play features.
Parks & Recreation; Public
Works
-
Ongoing CIP funds;
accessibility grants
Action 5.5.a Prioritize tree planting and shade improvements along pedestrian routes, parks, and public spaces in heat‑vulnerable and impacted neighborhoods.
Public Works (Urban Forestry)
-
Short-term;
Ongoing
Urban & Community
Forestry grants;
CNRA Urban
Greening; CIP funds
Action 5.5.b Incorporate green infrastructure elements, such as bioswales, shade trees, and native landscaping, into park improvements and streetscape projects.
Public Works; Parks &
Recreation
-
Mid-term Green infrastructure
grants; CIP funds
Action 5.6.a Use park access and demographic data to identify underserved neighborhoods, including areas such as Districts 4 and 5 identified in the Open Space and Conservation Element, and prioritize them for park improvements, trail enhancements, or new recreational investments.
Parks & Recreation; Community
Development
-
Short-term Staff time
Action 5.6.b Pursue grant funding and partnerships to implement park and recreational improvements in these underserved areas.
Parks & Recreation
-
Mid-term Park development
grants
Action 5.7.a Identify opportunities for pocket parks, small open spaces, or community gathering areas in park‑poor neighborhoods through redevelopment or reuse of underutilized parcels.
Community Development; Parks
& Recreation -
Mid-term Park development
fees; grants
Action 5.7.b Explore partnerships with schools, nonprofit organizations, and private property owners to expand community access to open space and recreation areas.
Parks & Recreation
-
Mid-term Staff time
Action 5.7.c Improve pedestrian and bicycle connectivity to existing parks and trails, especially in neighborhoods lacking direct access.
Public Works
-
Long-term Active transportation
grants; CIP funds
P5.5 Urban Greening and Active Environments
Expand green infrastructure and urban forestry in
parks, public spaces, and public rights‑of‑way to
improve environmental quality, provide shade, and
create more comfortable and appealing environments
for walking, bicycling, and outdoor recreation.
P5.6 Prioritizing Park Access in Underserved
Areas
Prioritize planning, investment, and partnerships that
expand access to parks, trails, and recreational
opportunities in neighborhoods with limited access to
park and open space resources, particularly in
impacted communities.
GOAL 5: Expand and improve access to parks, recreation facilities, and active transportation infrastructure to promote health, physical activity, and environmental benefits in impacted communities.
P5.1 Equitable Recreational Programming
Continue to provide low‑cost and free recreational
programs, classes, and community events that
promote physical activity and social connection, with
particular attention to older adults, youth, and other
socially vulnerable populations.
P5.7 Expanding Park Opportunities through
Creative Solutions
Encourage a range of strategies to increase park and
open space access in park‑poor areas, including new
parks where feasible, expansion or improvement of
existing facilities, joint‑use agreements, enhanced
pedestrian and bicycle access, and partnerships with
schools or other public and private entities.
Action 6.1.a Promote farmer’s markets and mobile fresh‑food vendors in underserved neighborhoods by providing outreach support and information on required permits and locations.
Community Development; Parks
& Recreation -
Short-term Staff time
Action 6.1.b Identify potential sites for community gardens on City‑owned or partner‑owned properties and support community groups interested in developing and maintaining them.
Parks & Recreation Community organizations; school
districts (as needed)
Mid-term Staff time; grants
P6.2 Promote Healthy Food Decisions
Promote educational opportunities and programs that
provide residents with the knowledge, skills, and
resources, to make healthy food decisions.
Action 6.2.a Partner with local nonprofits and community centers to promote nutrition education workshops, healthy cooking classes, and informational materials in impacted communities.
Parks & Recreation Local nonprofits; health agencies Short-term; Ongoing
Staff time; health
program grants
Action 6.3.a Incorporate healthy food access considerations into zoning and development review processes by evaluating concentrations of fast‑food or limited‑service food retailers in impacted neighborhoods.
Community Development
-
Short-term Staff time
Action 6.3.b Explore incentives or streamlined permitting for grocery stores, fresh‑food retailers, or small markets locating in underserved areas.
Community Development
-
Mid-term Staff time
Action 6.4.a Coordinate with regional food assistance organizations, faith‑based groups, and community partners to expand access to food distribution events, particularly in high‑need neighborhoods.
Parks & Recreation Local nonprofits; food banks Short-term; Ongoing
Staff time
Action 6.4.b Promote available food assistance programs through City outreach channels, including community centers, libraries, and digital platforms.
City Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
Community centers and local
libraries
Short-term Staff time
P6.3 Promote Healthy Food through Land Use
Evaluate healthy eating equity as part of the land use
decision-making process to avoid concentrations of
fast-food establishments/ convenience stores,
creating healthy food deserts for both impacted
communities and the city as a whole.
P6.4 Community Partnerships to Address Food
Insecurity
Support and strengthen partnerships with
community‑based organizations, faith‑based groups,
service providers, and regional food assistance
programs to improve access to nutritious and
affordable food for residents experiencing food
insecurity, including seniors, low‑income households,
and other vulnerable populations.
GOAL 6: Ensure residents have access to affordable, nutritious food by supporting local food systems, incentivizing healthy food retail, and addressing food deserts.
P6.1 Promote Farmer’s Markets and Community
Gardens
Encourage and promote farmer’s markets,
community gardens, and mobile food providers that
increase access to fresh and affordable food in
underserved neighborhoods.
P7.1 Implement Housing Element Policies
Coordinate implementation of housing policies with
the City's Housing Element to support fair housing,
affordability, and housing quality for all residents.
Action 7.1.a Reference and coordinate Housing Element programs during development review, capital planning, and policy updates to ensure consistency with adopted housing goals.
Community Development
-
Ongoing Staff time
P7.2 Diverse Housing Opportunities
Support a diverse range of housing types, tenures,
and affordability levels to meet the needs of residents at different life stages, income levels, and household
sizes in coordination with the Housing Element.
Action 7.2.a Support implementation of Housing Element strategies that encourage varied housing types including ADUs, mixed‑use housing, and affordable units through zoning updates and development review.
Community Development
-
Mid-term Staff time
Action 7.3.a Provide residents and property owners with information on code enforcement requirements, property maintenance standards, and available rehabilitation resources through City outreach channels.
Community Development (Code
Enforcement); City Manager’s
Office (Public Information) -
Short-term Staff time
Action 7.3.b Prioritize code enforcement activities in neighborhoods with elevated housing maintenance concerns to address habitability and safety issues.
Community Development (Code
Enforcement)
-
Ongoing City General Fund;
staff time
Action 7.4.a Promote federal, state, and local home repair and rehabilitation programs through the City’s website, community centers, and direct outreach.
Community Development
-
Short-term;
Ongoing
Staff time
Action 7.4.b Assist eligible residents in understanding available rehabilitation financing options by providing basic program information and referral contacts.
Community Development
-
Short-term Staff time
P7.5 Homeownership Support Programs
Promote participation in existing county, state, and
federally sponsored first‑time homebuyer assistance
programs to expand access to homeownership
opportunities in coordination with the Housing
Element.
Action 7.5.a Share information about first‑time homebuyer assistance programs through outreach materials, public workshops, and online resources.
Community Development County and state housing
agencies (as applicable)
Short-term Staff time
P7.6 Environmental Health Awareness
Support education and outreach efforts that increase
awareness of housing‑related environmental health
risks, including lead‑based paint and mold, and
inform residents of available remediation resources.
Action 7.6.a Distribute information on common housing-related environmental health risks and available remediation assistance through community centers, the City website, and public workshops.
Community Development Orange County Health Care
Agency
Short-term Staff time; healthrelated grants
P8.1 Meaningful Participation in Planning and
Environmental Decisions
Provide opportunities for meaningful public
participation in planning, land use, and environmental
decision‑making processes by continuing the City’s
use of public workshops, hearings, advisory bodies,
and other engagement efforts that invite early and
ongoing community input.
Action 8.1.a Continue to offer public workshops, hearings, and early‑input opportunities during planning and environmental review processes, including outreach to impacted neighborhoods, and coordinate with open space and conservation engagement processes established in the Open Space and Conservation Element (Goal 7) to avoid duplication and outreach fatigue.
Community Development
-
Ongoing Staff time
P8.2 Inclusive and Multilingual Communication
Utilize multiple communication methods and
languages, as appropriate, to share information
about City initiatives and participation opportunities, including printed materials, online platforms,
multilingual outreach, and partnerships with trusted
community organizations.
Action 8.2.a Provide multilingual outreach materials and use digital, print, and community‑based communication channels to share information about public meetings and planning initiatives.
City Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
Community partners (as needed) Short-term;
Ongoing
Staff time
GOAL 8: Strengthen community voices in environmental and land use decisions by ensuring meaningful participation, accessible information, and equitable representation of impacted communities in public processes.
P7.3 Encourage Housing Maintenance
Encourage the maintenance, weatherization, and
rehabilitation of existing owner-occupied and rental
housing especially in impacted communities. Include
helpful code enforcement information or available
funding resources where appropriate.
P7.4 Promote Housing Rehabilitation and
Maintenance Funding
Utilize and promote federal, state, local, and private
funding programs offering low-interest loans or grants
for housing rehabilitation and maintenance. Promote
rehabilitation assistance opportunities for impacted
communities.
GOAL 7: Provide residents with access to safe, affordable, and healthy housing by enforcing habitability standards, remediating environmental hazards, and supporting programs that improve housing quality in impacted communities.
P8.3 Accessible Meeting Locations, Times, and
Formats
Schedule public meetings, workshops, and outreach
activities at accessible locations and varied times to
improve participation by residents with differing
schedules, mobility needs, and transportation access.
Action 8.3.a Hold public meetings and workshops at accessible facilities, varied times, and in virtual formats when appropriate to reduce barriers to participation.
Community Development; City
Manager’s Office
-
Ongoing Staff time
P8.4 Coordinated and Efficient Outreach
Coordinate outreach and engagement efforts across
City departments and, where appropriate, with
community‑based organizations to improve
communication, reduce redundant or repetitive
outreach efforts to avoid engagement fatigue or
confusion, and reduce barriers to participation,
particularly for impacted communities.
Action 8.4.a Coordinate outreach among City departments to align messaging, reduce duplication, and ensure consistent engagement across projects affecting the same neighborhoods.
City Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
-
Short-term;
Ongoing
Staff time
P8.5 Addressing the Digital Divide
Consider the digital divide when designing civic
engagement strategies by supplementing online
outreach with in‑person engagement, printed
materials, and other non‑digital communication
methods.
Action 8.5.a Provide printed outreach materials, physical postings, and in‑person engagement options to supplement online content for residents without reliable digital access.
City Manager’s Office (Public
Information)
-
Short-term;
Ongoing
Staff time
P8.6 Community Representation and Advisory
Participation
Support inclusive and transparent decision‑making by
encouraging participation on City commissions,
boards, and advisory committees that reflect the
diversity of Fullerton’s communities.
Action 8.6.a Promote opportunities to serve on City commissions, boards, and advisory committees through targeted outreach to impacted communities.
City Clerk’s Office; City
Manager’s Office
-
Short-term;
Ongoing
Staff time