The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires decision-makers to listen to community input and take your concerns into account when making decisions that could adversely impact the environment. Community members advocating in greater numbers can directly influence positive outcomes. If you have wanted to get involved but weren’t sure how, this meeting series will start you on your empowered journey.

California Air Resources Board is pleased to partner with Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger LLP to host a 3-part series of online workshops to help build understanding of CEQA. At the request of residents and community advocates, this will focus on the greater Stockton area.

If you just want to learn the basics of CEQA, feel free to attend Workshop #1 only. Workshop #1 will cover the foundations of CEQA, so please attend #1 if you also plan to attend Workshops #2 and #3.

The workshop schedule, topics to be covered, and registration instructions are below.

WORKSHOP #1 – Monday, October 3, 2022, 5pm-7pm

• Introduction to CEQA – Why does CEQA matter to me?
• Understanding the CEQA process – Where does it start, how long does it take, when can I get involved?
• How to discover CEQA projects – How do I know when a project is happening that may be subject to CEQA?
• Engaging with CEQA as a resident – How can I provide comments that will influence CEQA projects?

WORKSHOP #2 – Monday, October 24, 2022, 5pm-7pm

• What to look for in CEQA documents – How can I determine if the agency completed the correct documents, reported all necessary information, and made good decisions?
• Native American tribes and CEQA – What are the specific provisions of CEQA that apply to tribal consultation
• Engaging with CEQA as a community-based organization – How can I provide comments that will influence CEQA projects?

WORKSHOP #3 – Date and Time TBD - Target early to mid-December

• Strategies for mobilizing others – How can I help organize other community members to take action on projects?

To register, please complete the registration form linked HERE. You will receive an email with a Zoom link to join the workshops after the registration deadline. You may also contact Skott Wall at skott.wall@arb.ca.gov or (279) 842-9311 to register or with questions.

The deadline to register is 11:59pm on Monday, September 26, 2022