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Online Q&A Yes Q&A Deadline 01/21/2025 3:17 PM (PST) The City of Laguna Beach invites qualified consultants to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for assisting in an amendment to the Open Space and Conservation Element of the City's General Plan. The project has two primary objectives. The first objective involves working with staff and a community group in refining draft policies and incorporating data and feedback to ensure the update to the Open Space and Conservation Element reflects current community priorities, aligns with state laws such as Senate Bill (SB) 1425 and 1889, and addresses emerging environmental concerns. The consultant will utilize existing data, community group contributions, and best practices to finalize policies that focus on climate resilience, equitable access, and resource preservation. The second objective focuses on assisting the City in developing a process for evaluating proposed land use changes and open space management strategies within the framework of the updated Open Space and Conservation Element. This task involves working closely with City staff to integrate robust methodologies for analyzing land use impacts, improving open space accessibility, and addressing conservation challenges. This process will address compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and other state requirements, including thresholds for determining when additional studies, such as environmental or conservation impact assessments, may be necessary. The City anticipates entering into an agreement with a qualified consultant based on a negotiated fee and scope of work. The project is expected to be completed by December 2025.