2024 CEQA Essentials Workshop
An Introduction & Intermediate-Level Training Workshop
Friday, November 1, 2024 - Friday, November 15, 2024
8:30am – 4:30pm
Overview
AEP is pleased to offer the 2024 CEQA Essentials Workshop to be held in-person across the state this fall! This workshop provides a basic understanding of the fundamentals of the California Environmental Quality Act and the State Guidelines, and includes intermediate-level practice pointers and case studies. It features a curriculum developed specifically for those involved in the environmental review process, including consultants, regulators, applicants, or industry professionals, and will benefit those new to the field as well as mid-level practicing professionals.
AICP & MCLE credited.
Topics will include:
- Context and Legislative Intent
- The Rules and Principles
- Preliminary Review
- Effective Project Description
- Preparing Effective Initial Studies
- NDs / MNDs
- EIR Contents & Process
- Subsequent Review
- NEPA - The Big Picture
- Special Topic: OPR & the State Clearinghouse
- Closing Remarks / Q&A
Dates & Locations
Friday, November 1st
Monterey Bay-Silicon Valley:
Valley Water Headquarters Building
5750 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA 95118
Superior California:
City of West Sacramento - Community Center
1075 W Capitol Ave, 1st Floor Conference Room, West Sacramento, CA 95691
Thursday, November 7th
Central:
William H. "Harry" Armstrong Transit Center
785 Third St, Clovis, CA 93612
Channel Counties: CANCELED DUE TO WILDFIRE HAZARDS
Ventura County Hall of Administration, Multipurpose Room
800 S. Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA 93009
San Diego:
Marina Village Conference Center, Captain's Room
1936 Quivira Way, San Diego, CA 92109
Friday, November 8
Los Angeles County:
ESA Associates
633 W. 5th Street, Ste 830, Los Angeles, CA 90071 *NO ONSITE REGISTRATION*
Tuesday, November 12th
Inland Empire:
Temecula Conference Center
41000 Main St, Temecula, CA 92590
Wednesday, November 13th
Channel Counties:
City of San Luis Obispo Library - Community Room
995 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 92403
Thursday, November 14th
San Francisco Bay Area:
Preservation Park, Niles Hall
1233 Preservation Park Way, Oakland, CA 94612
Friday, November 15th
Orange County:
Irvine Civic Center (Conference Training Center)
1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606
Program Outline
| Registration | 8:30-9:00 AM |
| Introduction & Overview | 9:00-9:15 AM |
| Part I, II, and III: Context and Legislative Intent. The Rules and Principles. Preliminary Review. | 9:15-10:30 AM |
| Break | 10:30-10:45 AM |
| Part IV and V: Effective Project Description. Preparing Effective Initial Studies. | 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Lunch | 12:00-1:00 PM |
| Part VI, VII, and XIII: NDs / MNDs. EIR Contents & Process. Subsequent Review. | 1:00-2:45 PM |
| Break | 2:45-3:00 PM |
| Part IX and X: NEPA - The Big Picture. Special Topic: OPR & the State Clearinghouse. | 3:00-4:15 PM |
| Part XI and Q&A: Closing Remarks / Q&A. | 4:15-4:30 PM |
Pricing
Price includes, continental breakfast, lunch, and printed workbook. Early Registration until 10/17/24, Regular registration until 10/25/24, Late Registration after 11/1/24.
| Member Status | Early | Regular | Late | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $195 | $220 | $245 | |
| Student Member | $35 | $40 | $45 | |
| Non-Member Public | $245 | $270 | $295 | |
| Non-Member Private | $295 | $320 | $345 | |
| Non-Member Group Rate (per person for groups of 3+) | $220 | $245 | $270 | |
| Non-Member Student | $55 | $60 | $65 |
For registration changes, please contact lbynder@califaep.org or membership@califaep.org
Questions?
Contact: Lynne C. Bynder, CMP at: lbynder@califaep.org www.califaep.org
No refunds or cancellations accepted within 7 days of workshop date. Substitutions are permitted.