2014-006 - Santa Ana General Plan Housing Element and Public Safety Element Updates

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INTRODUCTION The Housing Element supports offering the broadest range of choices and includes programs to facilitate affordability for people of all income levels. Preserving Neighborhoods. Participants provided compelling testimony of the need to improve and maintain their neighborhoods —their housing, streets, parks and open space, and other important features that contribute to the livability of their neighborhoods. Additionally, residents were concerned about preserving their historic neighborhoods. The Housing Plan sets forth various programs to improve housing and neighborhoods, and affirms the role of neighborhood associations in participating in civic affairs and improving their neighborhoods in partnership with the City. ■ Balancing City Goals. An update to the City's Circulation Element and expansion of OCTA Bus Rapid Transit lines gave residents a chance to explore the intersection between housing and circulation at two joint workshops. Participants understood that housing goals must be balanced with other City goals and objectives. These include the need to support the economy and our workforce, provide for adequate parks and recreational opportunities, promote sustainability, facilitate greater mobility and improve air quality, and protect public health and safety. Although programs to address these concerns are detailed in other General Plan chapters, the Housing Element contains policies and programs to support these efforts. The above themes are incorporated into the City's housing goals, policies, and programs of this document. Appendix E provides a detailed description of each venue, and the notes for each meeting can be found by referring to the City's website. CITY OF SANTA ANA GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT 5 Participants at meetings discussed the City's housing needs and initiatives to include in the Housing Element.