Item 10 - Recieve and File the Washington Park Feasibility Study

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City of Santa Ana Washington Square Park Feasibility Study July 2025 4. Entitlement Process The entitlement process for the proposed Washington Square Park is a multi -phase effort designed to ensure thorough planning, regulatory compliance, and community involvement, with a sequence that spans from early coordination through final construction. The process begins with internal coordination, architectural design, and preliminary CEQA discussions, followed by community outreach efforts such as workshops and public meetings to gather feedback and build support. Once conceptual plans are developed, they are reviewed by city departments and presented at required community meetings to satisfy public notification and transparency requirements. Environmental review under CEQA includes preparation of an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND), a formal Notice of Preparation (NOP), and a 30-day public review period to collect and respond to comments. Entitlement actions proceed through public hearings before the Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Commission, Planning Commission, and City Council, addressing items such as zoning, general plan amendments, park naming, and environmental adoption. These steps follow required noticing periods and public comment timelines, contributing to a process that typically unfolds over several months. After entitlements are approved, the project moves into plan check, permitting, and construction, culminating in final inspections and project closeout. This structured timeline ensures the park is developed in compliance with legal requirements while incorporating public input and interdepartmental coordination at each stage. Page 10