CEQA:

The environmental review process for the four top ranked sites began in late 2005, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).  This ongoing process will include frequent opportunities for public input.  Community outreach meetings have taken place in areas surrounding the four proposed siting alternatives.  These meetings discussed the project as it relates to the local community’s overall concerns and needs.

Sacramento County’s Department of Environmental Review and Assessment (DERA) is the lead agency for preparation of the environmental documents.  Upon completion of the environmental review process, it is anticipated that the SWA Board will select a preferred site for the facility.

Development of the Environmental Impact Report:

DERA has issued a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR).  The intent of this public document is to:

• Evaluate and disclose the potential significant environmental effects associated with implementation of the Sacramento GreenCycle project;
• List ways in which significant effects might be minimized or avoided; and
• Identify and evaluate project alternatives.

The draft EIR provides decision makers, public agencies and the general public with information on the short-term and long-term environmental effects associated with the construction and operation of the proposed Sacramento GreenCycle project and project alternatives.  

Read more about the siting process.

Questions? Email Doug Eubanks or call (916) 875-7165.