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a. Approve the use of the San Lorenzo Park DeAnza Building on April 29, 2018 for a campaign event held for Scott Davis, a Monterey County Sheriff candidate, subject to approval of all required County permits and in compliance with Monterey County Code Section 14.12.130(A)(14); and
b. 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.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Approve the use of the San Lorenzo Park DeAnza Building on April 29, 2018 for a campaign event held for Scott Davis, a Monterey County Sheriff candidate, subject to approval of all required County permits and in compliance with Monterey County Code Section 14.12.130(A)(14).
b. 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
SUMMARY:
The DeAnza Building at San Lorenzo Park has been reserved on April 29, 2018 for a campaign event to support Scott Davis, a Monterey County Sheriff candidate. This event is estimated to include 50 people. The DeAnza Building rental agreement includes vehicle entrance for 100 vehicles. 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 r...
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