The County shall monitor the projected impacts of climate change and natural disasters to make adaptive improvements and upgrades to public facilities and services.
Healthy Communities
PFS-1.3 Location of New Essential Public Facilities
The County shall review plans for constructing new essential public facilities, such as a hospital, health care facilities, emergency shelters, emergency command centers, or emergency communications facilities, so that these facilities are located outside of at-risk areas whenever feasible. If such a location is infeasible, then the County shall require the use of construction methods and site design features to minimize potential damage to these facilities.
Information on hazards in the county are in Chapter 7, Hazards and Safety Element.
PFS-1.4 Collaboration on Infrastructure and Public Service Deficiencies
The County shall collaborate with the cities in Ventura County, neighboring jurisdictions, special districts, and regional agencies to address issues of mutual interest and concern, including infrastructure and public service deficiencies, particularly in designated disadvantaged communities.
PFS-2.2 Sustainable Community Facility Design
The County shall encourage the incorporation of sustainable design features in community facilities to reduce energy demand and environmental impacts, such as solar reflective roofing, permeable pavement, and incorporation of shade trees.
PFS-2.4 Recycling Receptacles and Biodegradable/Recycled-Materials Products
The County shall provide recycling and composting receptacles and use of biodegradable or recycled-material products at County facilities and events, where feasible.
CTM-4.2 Alternative Transportation
The County shall encourage bicycling, walking, public transportation, and other forms of alternative transportation to reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), traffic congestion, and greenhouse gas emissions.