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a. Find that leasing a picnic area at an existing County park for a one-time event is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines; and
b. Approve the use of the San Lorenzo Park - DeAnza Building on February 23, 24, and 25, 2018 for a religious function held by the Refuge Church in compliance with Monterey County Code Section 14.12.130(A)(14).
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Find that leasing a picnic area at an existing County park for a one-time event is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines; and
b. Approve the use of the San Lorenzo Park - DeAnza Building on February 23, 24, and 25, 2018 for a religious function held by the Refuge Church in compliance with Monterey County Code Section 14.12.130(A)(14).
SUMMARY:
Refuge Church has reserved the DeAnza Building and 20 camping sites for February 23, 24, and 25, 2108 at San Lorenzo Park and will hold prayer and worship services in the DeAnza Building all three days. This event is estimated to include 100 people. The campsite rental agreement includes vehicle entrance. Pursuant to Monterey County Code Section 14.12.130(A)(14), all political rallies, religious services, and any fundraising activities must have prior approval from the Board of Supervisors.
Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines identifies existing facilities as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption. Class 1 includes leasing existing public facilities. Religious facilities require a use permit and would be subject to CEQA. However, staff finds that leasing the picnic area at an existing park for a one-time event is allowed under Section 14.12.130 of the Monterey County Code and qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The recommended action has been reviewed by County Counsel. Counsel supports the recommended action.
FINANCING:
The standard day use and reservation fees approved by the Board of Supervisors ...
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