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2 <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with adoption of the proclamation. <br /> Joining the Great Trails State Coalition is recommended at the $500 level, with funds coming from <br /> existing appropriations in the Mountains to Sea Trail project. <br /> SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goal is applicable to <br /> this item: <br /> • GOAL: ESTABLISH SUSTAINABLE AND EQUITABLE LAND USE AND <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES <br /> The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of people of all races, cultures, incomes <br /> and educational levels with respect to the development and enforcement of environmental <br /> laws, regulations, policies, and decisions. Fair treatment means that no group of people <br /> should bear a disproportionate share of the negative environmental consequences <br /> resulting from industrial, governmental and commercial operations or policies. <br /> This action supports trails for public use that are eco-friendly and promote public health and <br /> community usage. <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: The following Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal <br /> impact is applicable to this item: <br /> • RESULTANT IMPACT ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND AIR QUALITY <br /> Assess and where possible mitigate adverse impacts created to the natural resources of <br /> the site and adjoining area. Minimize production of greenhouse gases. <br /> The proclamation supports trail use and construction, which helps protect open spaces and <br /> natural areas throughout the County, enhances access to public areas and parks, and promotes <br /> awareness of the area's cultural and natural resources. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board: <br /> 1) approve and authorize the Chair to sign the proclamation declaring 2023 to be the "Year <br /> of the Trail" in Orange County; and <br /> 2) approve the County joining the Great Trails State Coalition as a government partner <br /> organization as proposed. <br />