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Street Naming No. 2012-01 January 28, 2013 Page 2 structure as well as the main entrance to the stadium. In addition, naming the street Hill Way will identify the intersection on Sixth Street that is next to the Orange County Jail entrance. A non- profit organization that sends volunteers to assist individuals released from jail and individuals released from the County Jail can make reference to this intersection to meet and/or for pick up. Pursuant to Sections 33-5 through 33-8 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC), the Planning Commission is the decision making body for the naming of public streets, subject to confirmation by the City Council. Further, the policy guidelines in the SAMC pertaining to the naming of public streets state that streets may be named if the name serves to recognize a person who made a distinct, significant contribution to the well-being of the City. The proposed Hill Way is directly west of Santa Ana Stadium and will assist in identifying several major structures in the area. Further, since no buildings are addressed along this street segment, no properties will require a change of address. Finally, this request has been reviewed by both the Orange County Fire Authority and Santa Ana Police Department. Neither of these agencies have a concern with the proposed naming as it will not have any adverse affect on their ability to provide emergency response services. Approval of the new street name will benefit the community by assisting in reducing confusion to the public as well as recognize an individual that made a significant contribution to the youth of Santa Ana. As a result, staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Street Naming No. 2012-01. CEQA Compliance In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended action is exempt from further review pursuant to the general rule exemption of Section 15061(b)(3). This general rule exemption is allowed provided it can be determined with certainty that the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment. As the project consists of the naming of a street to reduce confusion to the public, the general rule exemption is applicable. Vince Fregoso„AICP Principal Planner VF Jm vfVeports1SN12-01 Hill Way 012813.po Attachment: Exhibit 1 - Aerial Map 39A-4