Attachment 3 - 2022 General Plan Progress Report — Orange City Council, March 8, 2022

1 City of Orange General Plan Implementation Report For Calendar Year 2021

1. Introduction
The 2010 General Plan provides a strategic program for addressing and planning for the quality of life and needs of the communit y through 2030. The document consists of a Communit y Vision Statement that is supported by goals, policies and implementation programs presented in 11 elements. The content strives to address regional and state issues, and ensure that a multi- disciplinary approach is taken with the change and physical evolution that occurs in the City.

The complete General Plan, Implementation Plan, and Program EIR are available on the City’s website at:
https://www.cityoforange.org/our-city/departments/community-development/planning-division

2. Table of Contents
The Table of Contents was submitted to the State Office of Planning and Research (OPR) in April 2011 and is on file.

3. Date of Presentation/Acceptance by Local Legislative Body The City Council adopted the 2010 General Plan and certified the associated Program EIR on March 9, 2010. Resolutions 10425 and 10436 are on file with the OPR. The City adopted a General Plan Amendment on December 8, 2015 that represented an accuracy review and technical cleanup of the General Plan. City Council Resolution 10911 related to this accuracy update is on file with OPR.

4. General Plan Implementation Actions in 2021
During the 2021 calendar year the City accomplished or made significant progress on key implementation actions including:

Zoning Code Update (Implementation Program I-1): In 2021, staff continued work on updating sign standards and staff continued to make significant progress towards the creation of the North Tustin Street Specific Plan, which is anticipated to conclude in early 2022 . Also in 2021, staff completed a comprehensive parking code update, a local accessory dwelling unit and junior accessory dwelling unit ordinance update, completed an ordinance which updated project notification requirements, completed a fence and wall ordinance update, and a small lot subdivision ordinance. The noticing ordinance and the fence and wall ordinance were completed in late 2021 and will take effect in early 2022.

These activities implement Goals 1.0, 6.0, and 8.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.6,

8.1 and 8.3 of the Land Use Element; Goal 7.0 and Policies 7.2, 7.5, and 7.6 of the Public Safety Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, and 5.0 and Policies 1.1,1.2, 1.3, 2.2, 5.1, and 5.2 of the Noise Element; Goals 1.0, 4.0, and 6.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.4, 4.1, 6.1, and 6.3 of the Urban Design Element; and Goals 1.0, 3.0, 1.0, 3.0, 5.0, and 7.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.5, 3.2, 3.4, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, 2 7.1 and 7.2 of the Economic Development Element.

Specific Plans and Neighborhood Plans (Implementation Program I-3): In 2020, the City secured SB2 and LEAP Grant funding and retained a consultant to prepare a North Tustin Street Specific Plan (NTSSP). In 2021, the traffic, market, and infrastructure analysis was completed and multiple public outreach sessions occurred. The foundation of the plan has been prepared and is anticipated to be completed in late 2022. The plan is anticipated to include all the goals in Implementation Program 1-3, will be a market based plan vision, and will include an analysis of the plan area’s capacity to introduce additional housing.

The City also worked on the review and refinement of the draft Chapman University Specific Plan update. An environm ental impact report is presently under preparation for the specific plan, with public hearing anticipated in 2023.

This activity is anticipated to implement Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 6.0, and 8.0 and Policies 1.1. 1.2,

1.3, 1.4, 1.6, 1.7, 2.4, 2.5, 2. 6, 2.7, 2.8. 2.9, 3.1, 3.2, 3 .3, 3.4, 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 6.6, 6.8, 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 1.3,

1.7, 2.5, 2.6, 3.2, 3.3, 4.2, 4.7, 5.2 , 5.3, 5.4, and 6.3 of the Circulation & Mobility Element; Goals 1.0 and 2. 0 and Policies 1.1, 1.4, 1.5,1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 2.3, and 2.4 of the Growth Management Element; Goals 2.0 and 5.0 and Policies 2.2, 2.3, 2.6, 2.8, 2.14, 2.15, and 5.4 of the Natural Resources Element; Goals 2.0, 7.0, 9.0 and Polices 2.4, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 9.3 of the Public Safety Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, and 5.0 and Policies 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5,

5.1, 5.2, and 5.3 of the Noise Element; Goals 1.0 and 3.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.6, 3.5, and 3.6 of the Infrastructure Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 6.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.1,

2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, and 6.5 of the Urban Design Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, and 7.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.5, 2.5, 3.4, 4.2, 4.3, 5.2, 5.4,

5.5, 7.1, and 7.2 of the Economic Development Element; and Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 5.0 of the Housing Element.

Plans, Standards, and Guidelines (I mplementation Program 1-4): In 2021, the Cit y continued the preparation of the North Tustin Street Specific Plan, as stated above. The plan will replace the Tustin Street Design Standards and will implement or improve upon other plans, standards, and guidelines such as the Bikeways Master Plan, Residential Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, Urban Water Management Plan, Design guidelines, Street Tree Master Plan, and Noise standards and guidelines for new construction in mixed-use districts.

The City also worked on the review and refinement of the draft Chapman Un iversity Specific Plan update which will include refinements to existing landscape, streetscape, and design standards.

This activity is anticipated to implement Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 6.0, and Policies 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 2.5,

Transfer of Develop ment Rights Ordinance ( Implementation Program I-5): In 2021, the City selected a consultant and began preparation of a Transfer of Development Rights Ordinance. Completion is anticipated in 2022.

This activity implements Goals 1.0, 2.0, 5.0 and Policies 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, and 2.8 of the Land Use Element; Goal 5.0 and Policy 5.4 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goal 1.0 and Policies 1.6, 1.8, 2.4, and 3.2 of the Growth Management Element; Goal 5.0 and Policies 5.4,

5.5 and 5.7 of the Natural Resources Element; Goals 4.0 5.0, and 6.0 and Policies 4.1, 5.3, and 6.2 of the Urban Design Element; Goals 3.0 and 7.0 and Policies 3.3, 4.3, 5.4, 7.1, and

7.2 of the Economic Development Element; and Goal 3.0 of the Housing Element.

Code Enforcement (Implementation Program I-8): In 2021, 1,253 code enforcement cases of all types were opened and 1, 113 cases were closed. Although nearly all code enforcement cases relate to property maintenance in some form, 485 cases specifically involving property maintenance were opened in 2021.

This activity implements Goals 5.0 and 7.0 and Policy 7.5 of the Land Use Element; Goal 7.0 of the Safety Element; Goal 1.0 and Policy 1.4 of the Noise Element; Goals 4 .0 and 5.0 and Policies 4.2 and, 5.2 of the Economic Development Element; and, Policy Action 24 of the Housing Element.

Building and Fire Codes (Implementation Program I-9): In 2019, the City adopted by Resolution the 2019 California Fire Code and the 2019 California Building Code with modification and chan ges to address local conditions in compli ance with State law. The updated Fire and Building Codes went into effect on Januar y 1, 2020. In 2021 the State, and by extension the City, adopted a supplemental c ode requirement regulating Energy Storage Systems installed in dwelling units or in garages attached to dwelling units.

This activity implements Goals 1.0, 3.0, and 7.0 of the Public Safety Element, pertaining to ensuring safe structures, protecting communities against fire hazards, and improving community safety by reducing opportunities for criminal activity.

Traffic Signals (Implementation Progr am I -10): Several si gnalization projects were completing design in 202 1 and man y have pendin g bids for construction in 202 1. Those projects include:
 Glassell Street at Meats Avenue Left Turn Phase Signalization – Pending to bid  Chapman Avenue at Batavia Street Traffic Signal Modification – Pending to bid  Palmyra Avenue at Glassell Street New Traffic Signal – In design  Tustin Street at La Veta Avenue Signal modification – Pending to bid

4 The following projects were implemented in 2021:
 Radar Feedback Sign Installation (various locations) – Completed  Katella Avenue at Struck Avenue Signal Modification – Completed  Chapman Avenue at James Street – Signal Modification – Completed  Accessible Pedestrian Signals Upgrade at various locations - Completed

The following projects were under construction in 2021:
 Glassell Street at Collins Avenue Left Turn Phase Signalization – Under Construction  Chapman Avenue at Flower Street Left Turn Phase Signalization – Under Construction  Chapman Ave. at Feldner Street Left Turn Phase Signalization – Under Construction

This activity implements Goals 1.0 and Policy 1. 2 of the Circulation an d Mobility Element; Goal 3.0 and Policy 3.3 of the Infrastructure Element; and, Goal 6.0, and Policies 6.1 and 6.2 of the Economic Development Element.

Intersection Improvements (Implementation Program I-11): “Critical Intersections” consist of key intersections with historical or projected traffic congestion problems. In 202 1, construction was completed for the following intersection improvements:
 Katella Avenue at Struck Avenue Intersection Reconfiguration - Completed

In 2021, the following intersection improvement projects were initiated:
 Cannon Street at Serrano Avenue Intersection Reconfiguration – Pending to bid  Spring Street at Prospect Street Intersection Modification – Under Construction

This activity implements Goal 1.0 and Policy 1.2 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goal 3.0 and Policies 3.1 and 3.3 of the Infrastructure Element; and, Goal 6.0 and Policy

6.1 and 6.2 of the Economic Development Element.

Pedestrian-Oriented Streetscape Master Plan (Implementation Program 1-13): Although not all commercial corridors are included, the NTSSP area is anticipated to integrate General Plan concepts related to pedestrian facilities, streetscapes, urban green zones, façade improvements, and si gnage as stated in Implementation Program 1 -13. The NTSSP was initiated in 2020 and is anticipated to complete in late-2022. Upon approval NTSSP concepts would be anticipated to be replicated and customized in the creation of a city-wide streetscape master plan.

This activity is anticipated to implement Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 6.0, and Policies 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 2.5,

2.6, 2.7, 2.8. 3.1, 3.3, 6.1, 6.3, 6.6, and 6.8 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0 , and 6.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.3, 1.7, 2.5, 2.6, 3.2, 3.3, 4.2, 4.7, and 6.3 of the Circulation & Mobility Element; Goal 1.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.5,1.6, 1.7, and 1.9 of the Growth Management Element; Goal 2.0 and Policies 2.2, 2.3, 2.6, 2.8, 2.14, 2.15 of the Natural Resources Element; Goals 2.0, 7.0, 9.0 and Po lices 2.4, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5 , and 9.3 of the Pub lic Safety E lement; Goals 1.0, 2.0, and 5.0 and Policies 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 5.1, and 5.2 of the Noise Element; Goal 3.0 and Policy 3.5 of the Infrastructure Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 6.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 6.1, and 6.2 of the Urban Design Element; and Goal 5.0, and Policy 5.2 of the Economic Development Element. 5 Streetscape Improvement Program and City Scenic Highways (Implementation Program 1- 14): Much like the Pedestrian -oriented Streetscape Master Plan, man y of the ideas and concepts developed under the NTSSP are anticipated to be replicated in a citywide streetscape improvement program. The NTSSP was initiated in 2020 with substantial progress in 2021 and, upon completion, a significant sampling of public support for lighting, paving materials, street trees, and other plantin gs will have been obtained and Cit y Council support will be revealed upon final approval, thus making replication easier. Project completion will occur in late 2022.

This activity is anticipated to implement Goals 2.0, 3.0, 6.0, and Policies 2.6, 2.7, 3.3, 6.1, 6.3,

6.6, and 6.8 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 6.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.3, 3.2,

3.3, 4.2, 4.5, 4.7, and 6.3 of the Circulation & Mobility Element; Goal 1.0 and Policy and 1.9 of the Growth Management Element; Goal 2.0 and Policies 2.2, 2.3, and 2.8 of the Natural Resources Element; Goals 2.0, 7.0, 9.0 and Polices 2.4, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 9.3 of the Public Safety Element; Goal 2.0 and Policies 2.2, 2.3, and 2.5 of the Noise Element; Goal 3.0 and Policies 3.1, 3.3, 3.4 , and 3.5 of the Infrastructure Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 4.1, 4.2, and 4.3 of the Urban Design Element; and Goal 5.0, and Policy 5.2 of the Economic Development Element.

Operating Budget (Implementation Program I-15): In 2021, the City continued to maintain necessary levels of City services for infrastructure such as water, sewer, roads and, parks; and, for recreation programs, public safet y, and capital improvement and private development review.

Although all General Plan Goals and Policies relate to the operating budget, the most directly related Goals and Policies to the implementation program include Goals 1.0 and 5.0 and Policies 1.7, 5.6, 5.7 and, 6.4 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 6.0 and Policies

1.1, 1.2, 1.6, 3.2, 4.5, 4.7 and, 6.1 - 6.3 of the Circulation & Mobility Element; Goals 2.0 and 5.0 and Policies 2.3, 2.13, 5.1, 5.2, 5.5, 6.2 of the Natural Resources Element; Goals

3.0 and 6.0 and Policies 3.4, 3.8, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 of the Public Safety Element; Goal 5.0 and Policies 5.1 and 5.5 of the Cultural Resources Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0 and, 3.0 and Policies

1.1, 1.2, 1.5, 2.1, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 and, 3.5 of the Infrastructure Element; and, Goals 2.0, 5.0 and

6.0 and Policies 2.4, 5.4, 6.1 and, 6.2 of the Economic Development Element.

Community Character Design Elements (Implementation Program I-24): In 2021, the City continued to work on the NTSSP. The plan will include unified streetscape design with provisions for street trees, sidewalk widths, street furniture, and utility considerations. The plan will also establish a theme for open space, building orientation, parking lot screenin g, architectural standards, and landscaping that is anticipated to bring recognition of the corridor which spans from Katella to Lincoln Avenues. Corridor entry nodes are anticipated to be recognizable through monumentation standards established by the plan. Plan completion is targeted for late 2022.

This activity implements Goals 1.0, 2.0, and 6.0, and Policies 1.4, 2.7, 6.1, 6.8, and 6.11 of the Land Use Element; Goals 2.0 and, 4.0 and Policies 4.4 and, 4.5 of the Cultural Resources Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 6.0, and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.2, 4.3, 6.4, and 6.5; and Policy 1.2 of the Economic Development Element. 6 Green Space Initiatives (Implementation Program I-25): In 2020, the Cit y procured SB2 grant funds to draft a transfer development ri ghts (TDR) ordinance. A goal of the TDR ordinance is to create open spaces in the City’s Urban Mixed Use Zoning Districts. The City selected a consultant in 2021 and work has begun on a feasibility analysis that will be used as the foundation for completion a draft TDR ordinance.

This activity implements Goals 1.0, and 6.0, and Policies 1.7, 2.8, 6.3, and 6.4 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, and 5.0 and Policies 1.2, 5.4 and 5.7 of the Natural Resources Element; and, Goals 1.0, 4.0, and 6.0 and Policies 1.1, 4.1. 4.3, 4.5, 6.2, and 6.3 of the Urban Design Element

Fire Hazard Information and Suppression (Implementation Program I-27): In 2021, the Orange Fire Department purchased/outfitted one Type I Fire Engine, one OES Type 1 Fire Engine, one OES Type 6 Fire Engine, and two utility vehicles. The Fire Department purchased new cardiac monitors and defibrillators that are used for cardiac rhythm and heart r ate monitoring, as well as a defibrillator should an individual suffer cardiac arrest. Two new automatic chest compression devices were purchased. These devices are used to assist with CPR on patients in cardiac arrest. Construction for the new Fire Headquarters is in progress and is scheduled to be completed in June 2022. The Fire and Police Departments provided Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) trainings in 2021 with one to 50 participants.

This activity implements Goal 3.0 and Policies 3.4, 3.6, and 3.8, and Goal 8.0 and Policies 8.1 and 8.2 of the Public Safety Element, pertaining to fire protection, and emergency preparedness.

Hazardous Materials Monitoring (Implementation Program I-29): The Fire Department manages 624 hazmat sites. All sites are verified for hazmat activity once a year.

This activity implements Goal 4.0 and Policies 4.1 - 4.4 of the Public Safety Element.

Noise Regulations (Implementation Program I-30): In 2021, City code enforcement staff responded to 41 noise complaints. Additionally, during the course of entitlement application review, planning staff provided applicants with comments regarding appropriate placement of walls , landscaping, outdoor open spaces, building orientation, and hours of operation to reduce the interface of projects with potential noise sources or to reduce potential noise sources introduced by the project from creating impacts to adjacent uses. Projects in initial stages of review are frequently amended to include staff-recommended design features to reduce potential noise issues. In 2021, several projects included noise conditions related to those situations identified during initial plan review to ensure design features are implemented or so that operating conditions are limited to reduce potential noise issues. Additionally, the City adopted a new wall and fence ordinance in 2021 which increased allowable wall height which should reduce commercial and transportation noise sources. The General Plan Noise Contour Map was specifically utilized in identifying locations for increased wall heights.

This activity implements Goal 6.0 and Policies 1.6, 3.4, 4.3, 6.2, and 6.10 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 5.0, 6.0, and 7.0 and, Policies 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 7 3.1, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 7.2, 7.3, and 7.4.

Library Programs (Implementation Program I-31):

In 2021, Library Services continued service throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and adapted services as needed to meet the needs of the community and comply with local health ordinances. The library has continued provided alternative services after the State’ s stay-at- home order lifted including curbside services, virtual programming and expanded online resources. The library celebrated local history th rough the Heritage Days program where the Library collaborated with other City departments and local historical groups to create and display historic photos at City Hall and the Library. Furthermore, the Library’s Adult Literacy Program was expanded in yea r five with new book clubs for learners and tutors. The library worked with the City Website Committee to prepare for the website migration from Civic+ to Granicus. The library expanded the early literacy and STEAM collections, materials, and programming for children and teens, including the 1000 Books before Kindergarten literacy program, with funding received from the California State Library’s Shared Vision Grants.

The library renovated the Children’s Courtyard landscape with the installation of new pl ants, sculpture, and a water feature to provide a more inviting space for children and families.

The library in collaboration with Orange Unified School District, presented a “grab -and-go” Lunch at the Library summer program at the El Modena Branch Library that served over 1,100 meals to children during the pandemic. The library expanded the ukulele collection, materials, and instructional programming via funding from the California State Library’s Copycat Grant.

And the library coordinated donation drive s for local nonprofits and organizations, including the Friendly Center and the American Red Cross, to help the residents of Orange and the surrounding communities.

This activity implements Goals 1.0, 3.0, 4.0 and 5 .0, and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 3.1, 4.3, 4.6 and,

5.1 - 5.5, of the Cultural Resources and Historic Preservation Element.

Flood Control and Storm Drain Facilities (Implementation Program I-32): The City performed routine inspections of storm drains, removing debris from catch basins and maintaining storm drain facilities to minimize the potential for local floodin g. Additionally, the Community Services Department continued an on going creek maintenance pro gram to include removal of debris and clearing of vegetation in the Santiago Creek in order to improve visibility, eliminate concealment for encampments, and provide accessibilit y for security and maintenance purposes.

This activity implements Goal 2.0 of the Public Safety Element; and, Goal 1.0 and Policies 1.1 and 1.2 of the Infrastructure Element, pertaining to sufficient maintenance of infrastructure systems.

Solid Waste and Recycling Services (Implementation Programs I-33 and IV-5): In addition to routine collection of trash, recyclable materials, and diversion of construction waste, in 2021, the City and CR&R continues with the current franchise agreement for the next 4.5 years with the possibility to extend. The residential cart service green waste cart became an organics 8 cart. This allowed for customers to comingle landscaping green waste and food waste into a single cart. Green Waste Bins were also offered to Commercial and Multifamily uses. Food Waste carts/bins have continued to be offered to commercial accounts. In compliance with the CalRecycle lowered threshold under AB 1826, businesses that generate two cubic yards of solid waste per week have been required to arrange for food waste recycling. The prior threshold was four cubic yards. The agreement with CR&R also put into place an Edible Food Recovery Program. CR&R has partnered Abound Food Care to facilitate edible food recovery for distribution to those in need. Lastly, split bins are now offered where infrastructure space is limited . This allows businesses to meet AB 341 compliance by recycling. Additionally, through the City’s contract with CR&R Orange has two dedicated recycling coordinators as part of AB 1383. These coordinators are going to business and multifamily properties as well as making calls regarding recycling efforts and opportunities. The City has also applied for the SB 183 Grant offered by CalRecycle. If awarded, the City plans to use these resources to help supplement education and outreach about SB 1383.

This activity implements Goal 7.0 and Policy 7.4 of the Land Use Element; Goal 2.0 and Policy

2.5 of the Natural Resources Element; and, Goal 2.0 and Policies 2.1 – 2.4 of the Infrastructure Element.

Noise Standards and Acoustical Studies for Noise Reduction (Implementation Programs I-34 and III-18): In 2021, staff continued to review noise analyses and provide mitigation for entitlement projects identified as having the potential to cause construction noise, operational noise, and to mitigate existing noise environments for project occupants.

This activity implements Goal 6.0 and Policy 6.2 of the Land Use Element; and, Goals 1.0, 2.0,

3.0, 5.0, 6.0 and, 7.0 and Policies 1.1 – 1.6, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1, 5.1- 5.3, 6.1, 6.2 and, 7.1- 7.4 of the Noise Element.

Vehicle Noise Reduction ( Implementation Program 1-37): In 2021, the Cit y continued to secure funding for the purchase and installation of Radar Feedback Sign Installation. These signs provide a visual reminder of vehicle speed and help reduce excessive speeding, thereby also reducing vehicular noise . In 2021, the City installed Radar Feedback Signs at twelve locations around the city. There are now 30 locations in Orange that have the Radar Feedback signs.

The City continues to utilize rubberized asphalt to overlay street improvement projects along arterials, which assists in reducing vehicle noise.

This activity implements Goal 1.0 and Policy 1.3 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goal 2.0 and Policies 2.2 and 2.5 of the Noise Element ; and Goal 9.0 and Policy 9.3 of the Public Safety Element

Capital Improvement Program Projects (Implementation Program Section II-1 and V-1):

A number of Capital Improvement Program projects were initiated or completed during 2021.

These projects include:

 All projects under Traffic Signals (Implementation Program I-10), and Intersection 9 Improvements (Implementation Program I-11)
 Completed annual pavement maintenance
 Completed annual slurry seal
 Completed annual concrete replacement
 Completed Hoover Street Neighborhood Street rehabilitation  Completed Annual Sewer Replacement/Maintenance
 Completed CDBG ADA Wheelchair Access Ramps at Various Locations  Replaced 2,163 water meters
 Produced or imported 8,763,924,041 gallons of water
 Repaired 35 main leaks and 12,798 meter leaks
 Reconstructed 17,509 square feet of sidewalk, 3,442 linear feet of curb and gutter, and 3,820 linear feet of sewer main
 Maintained and trimmed over 6,000 city street trees
 Completed over 350 pothole repairs
 Flushed all City fire hydrants, painted 1,100 hydrants, and began a four-year hydrant painting cycle
 Exercised 4,313 fire hydrants
 Exercised 824 main line valves
 Completed the cleaning of over 600,000 linear feet of sewer line  Responded to and marked 5,377 Underground Service Alerts  Completed multiple preventative vehicle maintenance services and repairs to the City’s fleet including Fire and Police vehicles
 Replaced 168 plastic water service laterals with copper pipe  Completed multiple square feet of asphalt repairs and patching  Completed Fire Station No. 2 Apparatus Bay
 Initiated implementation for the Chapman Avenue and Flower Street Left Turn Signal Improvements project
 Initiated implementation for the Chapman Avenue and Feldner Street Left Turn Signal Improvements project
 Initiated implementation for the Glassell Street and Collins Avenue Left Turn Signal Improvements project
 Initiated construction for the Glassell Street and Meats Avenue Left Turn Signal Improvements project
 Initiated construction for Accessible Pedestrian (APS) Upgrade project  Expanded the body worn camera program in the Police Department to include all field personnel that interact with the community in any type of enforcement activity  Refreshed the office of the Chief of Police with paint and furniture to improve the workspace and accommodate seating for guests and storage needs  Refreshed the Homeland Security Office with an expansion, carpet, paint and lighting in preparation for new Emergency Manager
 Replaced ballistic helmets, in compliance with the Orange Police Department policy, to maximize officer safety
 Upgraded and replaced 25 pistols for S.W.A.T. team
 Completed an upgrade of the Property room storage system to maximize storage space and quick retrieval of stored property while also minimizing safety hazards  Completed installation of a new Property room freezer for evidence storage  Upgraded the Police Department crime and accident scene reconstruction laser scanner to bring technology and functionality of the system up to current standards while also 10 improving reliability of the system
 Implemented new mobile citation writers and printers in the Traffic Division to comply with Assembly Bill 953 - Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) and to facilitate evidence access through Evidence.com
 Purchased a handheld narcotics analyzer

These activities implement Goals 1.0 and 5.0, and Policies 1.1, 1.7, 2.4, 3.3, 5.3, 5.6, 5.7, 5.9,

6.3 and 6.4 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, and 4.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 1.6, 2.3,

4.7 and, 5.2 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goals 1.0 and 2.0 and Policy 2.1 of the Growth Management Element; Goals 2.0, 5.0, and 6.0 and Policies 2.3, 2.9, 5.1, 5.2, 5.5,

6.2, and 6.5 of the Natural Resources Element; Goals 2.0, 3.0, 6.0, 7.0, and 9.0 and Policies

2.4, 3.4, 3.5, 3.8, 6.3, 7.2, 7.6, and 9.1 of the Public Safety Element; Goal 5.0 and Policies 5.1,

5.2, and 5.5 of th e Cultural Resources Element; Goals 1.0 and 3.0 and Policies 1.3, 3.1, and

3.3 of the Infrastructure Element; Goal 6.0 and Policies 2.3, 2.5, and 6.3 of the Urban Design Element; and Goals 2.0, 4.0, and 6.0 and Policies 2.4, 4.2, and 6.1 of the Economic Development Element.

Sewer Line Replacement (Implementation Programs II -1 and II -6): Sewer line replacements were completed in 2021 throughout the City to address infrastructure condition and capacity issues. Additionally, the City replaced 3,820 linear feet of Sewer Main and completed the cleaning of over 600,000 linear feet of sewer line.

This activity implements Goal 1.0 and Policies 1.1 and 1.2 of the Infrastructure Element.

Santiago Creek Bike Trail ( Implementation Program II-3): In 2021, the City continued to pursue working on design for the preliminary engineering and environmental study phase of the extension of the Santiago Creek Bike Trail. The proposed project will connect the existing bike trail west of Cannon Street and parallel the existing equestrian trail on the northern bank and terminate at the Santiago Oaks Regional Park.

This activity implement s Goals 1.0 and 4.0 and Policies 1.1, 4.1 and, 4.8 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goal 2.0 and Policy 2.2 of th e Growth Management Element; Goals

2.0, 5.0 and, 6.0 and Policies 2.2, 5.2, 6.1, 6.4 of the Natural Resources Element; and, Goal

9.0 of the Public Safety Element.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Amenities ( Implementation Program II -4): During 2021, the City performed sidewalk repair and rehabilitation, and accessibility improvements throughout the community. The City continued to require the in stallation of bike racks for new development projects in 2021.

This activity implements Goals 1.0, 4.0 and 6.0, and Policies 1.1, 1.6, 4.2 and Policy 6.2 of the Circulation & Mobility Element; and, Goal 9.0, Policies 9.1 and 9.3 of the Public Safety Element.

Emergency Operations Center ( Implementation Program II -5): In 2020-2021, Police and Fire staff continued to participate in the longest activation in City history of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Several key EOC positions, such as 11 Incident Commander and Safety Officer, were staffed by Fire Department Personnel and the City Building Official maintained the planning section in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and provided Incident Action Plan (IAP) development and publication.

This activity implements Goals 3.0 and 8.0 and Policies 8.2 – 8.4 of the Public Safety Element.

 Correct Sewer System Deficiencies (Implementation Program II-6): Sewer line replacements were completed in 2021 throughout the City to address infrastructure condition and capacity issues. Additionally, the City replaced 3,820 linear feet of swer line and completed the cleaning of over 600,000 linear feet of sewer line.

This activity implements Goal 1.0 and Policies 1.1, 1.2 of the Infrastructure Element.

California Environmental Quality Act (Implementation Program III-1): In 2021, the City continued to review entitlements for private development and capital improvement projects in accordance with the California Environmental Qualit y Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section III-1 of the Implementation Plan where specific pro grams are applicable. Mitigation and/or conditioning were recommended and implemented for all entitled projects respective to each applicable Section III program.

This activity implements Goals 1.0 – 8.0 of the Land Use Element and multiple policies therein, Goals 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goals 1.0 and 2.0 of the Growth Management Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, and 7.0 and multiple policies therein to the Natural Resources Element, Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 6.0, 7.0, and 9.0 of the Public Safety Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 5.0, 6.0, and 7.0 of the Noise Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, and

4.0 of the Cultural Resources Element; Goals 1.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 5.0 of the Infrastructure Element; Goals 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0; Goals 4.0 and 6.0 of the Economic Development Element, and Goal 3.0 of the Housing Element.

Site Development Review (Implementation Program III-2): In 2021, the City continued to review development projects, and use the site plan review process via the City’s inter- departmental staff review committee (SMART) to ensure that applicable General Plan policies and City standards and regulations are applied to proposals for specific development projects.

This activity implements Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 6.0, and Policies 1.6, 1.7, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8,

3.1, 3.4, 4.3, 4.5, 6.1, 6.2, 6.9, 6.10, 6.12 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0 and 5.0, and Policies 1.1, 1.7, 5.1 and, 5.2 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, and

5.0, and Policies 1.3, 2.3, 2.6, 2.13, 2.14, 2.15, 2.16, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 5.4, 5.6, 5.7, 6.6 and, 7.5 of the Natural Resources Element; Goals 1.0 and 4.0, and Policies 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3,

4.4, and 4.5 of the Cultural Resources & Historic Preservation Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0,

6.0, 7.0, and 9.0, and Policies 1.1, 2.5, 3.3, 3.5, 4.2, 4.3, 6.2, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4 and, 9.1 of the Public Safety Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 5.0, and 6.0, and Policies 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2,

5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1 and, 6.2 of the Noise Element; Goals 2.0, 3.0, and 6.0, and Policies 2.4, 2.5,

2.6, 3.4, 3.5 and, 6.1 of the Urban Design Element; and, Goal 1.0 and Policies 1.4 and 1.5 of the Infrastructure Element.

12 Commission/Committee Review (Implementation Program III-3): In 2021 the Design Review Committee continued to evaluate development proposals and provide conditions or recommendations for project improvements.

This activity implements Goals 2.0, 5.0, 6.0, and 8.0 and Policies 2.7, 2.8, 5.5, 6.1, and 8.3 of the Land Use Element; Policies 7.2 and 7.3 of the Public Safety Element; Policies 1.3, 3.1, and

5.2 of the Noise Element; Goal 1.0 and Policies 1.3 and 1.4 of the Cultural Resources Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 5.0 and, 6.0 and Policies 1.5, 2.4, 3.2, 3.3, 5.3, 5.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.4, and 6.5 of the Urban Design Element.

Traffic Impact Analysis ( Implementation Program III -4): The City continues to evaluate both Level of Service (LOS) and Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) to determine traffic impacts from proposed projects. In 2021, the City reviewed 32 proposed projects that conducted Traffic Impact Analysis reports.

This activity implements Goals 2.0, 3.0, 5.0 and, 6.0 and Policies 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.9, 3.3, 5.1,

5.7, and 5.9 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0 and Policies 1.2, 2.4, 2.6,

3.3, and 4.1 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goals 1.0 and 2.0 and Policies 1.2, 1.6,

1.7, 1.8, 1.9, 1.12, 2.1, and 2.3 of the Growth Management Element; Goals 2.0 and 3.0 and Policies 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, and 3.2 of the Natural Resource Element; Goal 2.0 and Policy 2.2 of the Noise Element, Goals 1.0 and 2.0 and Policies 1.1, 2.1, 2.2, and 5.1; Economic Development Element Policies 3.4 and 5.3; and Goal 3.0 of the Housing Element.

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Compliance (Implementation Program III- 6): In 2021, the City continued to require, review, and implement the use of Low Impact Development design features within the City through the use of Water Quality Management Plans for all applicable entitlement projects.

This activity implements Goal 6.0 and Policies 4.3 and 6.5 of the Land Use Element, Goal 2.0 and Policies 2.12, 2.13, 2.14 , 2.15, 2.16 and, 2.1 7 of the Natural Resources E lement; and, Policy 2.3 of the Public Safety Element.

Adequate Public Safety and E mergency Response ( Implementation P rogram III -8): In 2021, the City continued to fund, staff, and maintain equipment and facilities at a level adequate to provide police and fire response and services to the City.

This activity directly or indirectly implements all Goals and Policies of the Public Safety Element.

Cultural Resources Inventories (Implementation Program III-10): In 2021, the City continued to include mitigation measures in mitigation monitoring programs for capital projects such as the new Fire Department headquarters and Well 28 projects and private development projects such as the St. Joseph medical office building to require tribal and archaeological monitoring during the ground disturbing phases of the projects.

This activity implements Goal 6.0 and Policy 6.11 of the Land Use Element, and Goal 4.0 and Policies 4.1 and 4.5 of the Cultural Resources & Historic Preservation Element. 13 Green Buildings and Energy Conservation (Implementation Program III-11): Orange is a participating city in the North Oran ge Count y Cities Energ y Efficiency Partnership (NOCCEEP) with Southern California Edison (SCE) and the So Cal Gas Company. Through this effort, the City receives financial incentives to implement energy efficiency projects. In 2021, the NOCCEEP assisted the City by performing energy audits at various facilities which can be used to identify improvements in future years.

This activity implements Goal 2.0 and Policies 2.7, 2.9 and 2.10 of the Natural Resources Element.

Mixed-Use Noise Property Notification (Implementation Program III-12): In 2020, the City was nearing completion of the Corp Yard Housing Project, which is residential project proposed in an area surrounded by industrial uses and adjacent to a railroad. A condition requiring lease notification of potential surrounding noise to all potential residences was included in the Planning Commission resolution for the project. The City Council subsequently approved the Commission’s resolution in 2021 with the condition.

This activity implements Goal 5.0 and Policies 5.1 and 5.3 of the Noise Element and Goal 2.0 and Policy 2.5 of the Urban Design Element.

Annual Review of General Plan and Land Use Policy Map (Implementation Program IV- 1): In 202 1, the Cit y continued work on an amendment to the General Plan Public Safet y Element in coordination with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to comply with State law. This General Plan Amendment is expected to be completed in 2022. A comprehensive review of the General Plan was also undertaken to confirm accuracy of content, and develop an awareness of content that may warrant focused consideration in future General Plan Update efforts. This accuracy update will be adopted in 2022.

This activity implements all General Plan Element Goals and Policies, with specific emphasis to the Safety Element for 2020 efforts.

Park Acquisition, Construction and Maintenance Report (Implementation Program IV-2):

In 2021, the City completed the maintenance renovation project at Handy Park which included the installation of a prefabricated community building, parking lot resurfacing, and upgrades to the landscaping, hardscape, and shade structure. The City also completed installation of a tot lot shade sails at El Camino Real and Olive Parks, allowing for more use during hot weather, and installed a new HVAC unit at the Killefer Park community building. The City also advanced the design of the monument sign replacement project and is on trac k to begin installation in the spring or summer of 2022. In 2021, the City also received grant funding to assist in of-setting the cost to replace the failing area lighting at Grijalva Park. This project is scheduled to begin in spring 2022.

This activity implements Goal 1.0 and 6.0 and Policies 1.7 and 6.4 of the Land Use Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 5.0, 6.0 and Policies 1.2, 2.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.5, 5.6, 6.1, 6.4, and 6.6 of the Natural Resources Element; and, Goal 4.0 and Policy 4.4 of the Cultural Resources Element; Goal 6.0 and Policies 6.2 and 6.3; and, Goal 6.0 and Policy 6.2 of the Economic Development Element. 14 Public Education (Implementation Program IV-3): In 2021, the City’s ability to conduct outreach at events and in-person was hindered by COVID-19. Nonetheless, the City continued to utilize all of the City’s social media to distribute information and updates related to COVID- 19, and additional information related to flood insurance, public safety, and City services. In addition to mailers, the City’s social media was utilized and effective in notifying and gaining significant community engagement as part of the Housing Element update and NTSSP project.

The City held annual National Night out Event, 3rd of July Event, Treats in the Street, and the Tree Lighting Ceremony.

The Police Department continued to support local Neighborhood Watch Programs and held thirteen meetings. In 2021, the Citizens’ Police Academy allowed up to 25 participants, through weekly sessions, to attended interactive courses to learn about the specific aspects of the Police Department. The Police Department and Fire Department also offered Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training to up to 50 participants in a 20 hour long course.

In 2021, to promote traffic safety, the Police Department in partnership w ith the California Office of Traffic Safety, conducted twelve DUI and Driver License Checkpoints, DUI Saturation Patrols, Traffic Enforcement Operations, and issued citations for distracted driving.

The Police Department also continued to promote the application of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) standards through the review of applicable development projects.

The library celebrated local history through the completion of historic photo displays at City Hall, and collaborations with other City departments and local historical groups, and introduced new collections and formats at the libraries. The City’s social media also enabled community engagement for the Cit y’s Housing Element Update and surve ys for the North Tustin Street Specific Plan. The City’s Facebook page attracted 18,000 Facebook followers to the City’s page, an increase of 28% from last year, further enablin g greater distribution of public education materials. Water Quality inspectors continued to distribute pamphlets during water quality inspections. Recycling opportunities continue to occur via letters, billin g inserts, and the City’s Our Orange publication.

The 2021 notification ordinance update will provide greater noticing and public awareness of development proposals in the City. Additionally, the North Tustin Street Specific Plan engaged the public with three workshops, two virtual, and one in person. Persons were notified via mailings, social media, and notification on the City website, which resulted in high turnout.

This activity implements Goal 8.0 and Policies 8.1 and 8.3 of the Land Use Element; Goal 2.0 and Policy 2.17 with regard to the Natural Resources Element; Goals 3.0, 6.0, 7.0 and, 8.0 and Policies 3.6, 6.5, 7.1 and, 8.1 with regard to the Public Safety Element; Goals 1.0 and 3.0 and Policies 1.2 and 3.1 with regard to the Cultural Resources Element; and, Goals 1.0 a nd 2.0 and Policies 1.3 2.2, and 2.4 with regard to the Infrastructure Element.

Transportation Demand and System Management (Implementation Program IV-6): To address current CEQA requirements for project related traffic impacts, the City has an adopted methodology for evaluating the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT). For each proposed project, the City conducts a “Screening Analysis” of the project VMT. This Screening will determine if 15 there is any additional analysis and proposed mitigation required of the project. In 2021, the City conducted Screening Analyses for 32 proposed projects.

This activity implements Goals 1.0 and 2.0 and Policies 1.2, 1.3, and 2.4 with regard to the Circulation and Mobility Element, Goals 1.0 and 7.0 and Policies 1.2, 7.1, 7.2, 7.5. 7.6 With regard to the Public Safety Element ; and, Goal 3.0 and Policy 3.3 with regard to the Infrastructure Element.

Growth Management/Traffic Mitigation Measures (Implementation Program IV-7): For 2021, the City continued to collect fair-share cost recovery, via mitigation, to offset traffic impacts created by development projects.

This activity implements Goal 1.0 and Policies 1.2 - 1.5 with regard to the Growth Management Element.

Coordination with Other Agencies and Organizations ( Implementation Program Section V): The City participated in inter-agency coordination during 2021. Outside agency coordination included:

 Utility companies such as Southern California Edison for coordination of capital improvement plans on projects such as Fire Station No. 1 and Headquarters Building.

 Adjacent jurisdictions for noticing of development proposals in the City.

 California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) for federally -funded Cit y transportation projects , includin g the completion of pedestrian countdown signals and accessible pedestrian signals upgrading at various locations. Additionally, preliminary design and environmental work occurred related to Glassell Street and Meats Avenue left turn signal improvements, Glassell Street at Palmyra Avenue signal construction, and Chapman Avenue at Batavia Street left turn phase signalization.

 CalTrans for review of environmental documents pertaining to projects within the City.

 CalTrans for participation in the review of the Initial Study and Environmental Assessment for the SR55 and SR91 Safet y Improvement Capacit y Enhancement at Intersections Project, SR 55 Corridor Study for Alternative Transportation, and the Park and Ride lots at Lincoln Avenue and the SR 55 Freeway.

 Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for bus detours due to temporary closure of the Glassell Street ends of the Plaza, as well as roadway, sidewalk, safety projects, and temporary re-routing of bus stops.

 CalFire and the Board of Forestry for preliminary review of the City’s planned Safety Element Update.

16  Secretary of the Interior (SO I) for continued insurance that the National Re gister of Historic Places-designated Plaza and Old Towne Orange historic districts maintain eligibility for the National Register through review of development projects for conformance with SOI standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Finally, the City approved 36 new Mills Act Contracts for qualified historic properties in 2021.

 The Chamber of Commerce for participation in the Cit y’s NTSSP workshops and survey and for notification of planned parking and sign code updates.

This activity implements Goal 7.0 of the Land Use Element and Policy 7.3; Goals 2.0, 3.0 and, 4.0 and Policies 2.1 -2.4, 3.1 and, 4.1 of the Circulation and Mobility Element; Goal

2.0 and Policies 2.1 and 2.5 of the Growth Management Element; Goals 2.0 and 7.0 and Policies 2.1 and 7.4 of the Natural Resources Element; Goals 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 and, 8.0 and Policies 1.3, 2.1, 3.7, 8.2 and, 8.3 of the Public Safety Element, Goal 2.0 and Policy 2.4 of the Noise Element; Goals 1.0 and 5.0 and Policies 1.3, 1.6 and, 5.4 of the Cultural Resources Element; and, Goal 5.0 and Policies 5.1 and 5.2 of the Infrastructure Element; Goal 1.0 and Policy 1.4 of the Urban Design Element.

5. Housing Element Reporting
The Housing Element Report prepared in accordance with HCD requirements is provided as Attachment 1 to this report.

6. General Plan Compliance with OPR Guidelines
The 2010 General Plan (Rev. 2015) includes all of the state required elements as well as additional optional elements. Environmental Justice is interspersed throughout all elements.

The document was prepared in accordance with OPR Guidelines and is on file with OPR.

Date of Last General Plan Update
As indicated in Item 3 above, the comprehensive update to the Cit y of Orange General Plan was adopted on March 9, 2010. General Plan Amendment No. 2014-0001 was adopted by the Orange City Council on December 8, 2015.

The Cit y adopted its Housing Element Update in accordance with state requirements on February 8, 2022 . No changes were made to goals, policies, objectives, standards, or General Plan proposals involving other General Plan Elements.

Attachments:

1. Housing Element Annual Reporting Forms

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