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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has received an application from the County of San Diego seeking permission to engage in certain activities that might affect two species: the Quino checkerspot butterfly, listed as endangered, and the western spadefoot, proposed as threatened. This permit would allow the county to develop a 25-acre recreation park while also focusing on conserving and managing habitats within the area. The public is encouraged to offer feedback on the draft habitat conservation plan and environmental assessment until February 20, 2025. This process aims to balance development with environmental protection under the guidelines of the Endangered Species Act and the National Environmental Policy Act.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that California has failed to submit necessary elements of the State Implementation Plan (SIP) for controlling ozone pollution in San Diego County, as required by the Clean Air Act. This failure relates to the implementation of required technology for reducing emissions in this region. As a result, sanctions may be imposed if the state does not resolve this issue within a set timeframe. The EPA has determined that these sanctions include limits on development activities and federal highway funding if not resolved within 24 months.

The Federal Highway Administration, in cooperation with the California Department of Transportation, is planning to prepare a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the State Route 67 operational improvements project in San Diego County, California. The proposed project aims to enhance mobility and safety along SR 67 by addressing deficiencies in multi-modal transportation, including options for buses, bicycles, and pedestrians, as well as improving emergency and recreational access. Public comments are invited during a 30-day scoping period from January 14, 2021, to February 15, 2021, with a virtual meeting scheduled for January 27, 2021. The project includes several improvement alternatives, such as additional lanes and improved pedestrian paths, as well as a "No Build" option.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has given final approval for revisions to parts of the California State Implementation Plan concerning emissions statements for the 2015 ozone national ambient air quality standards. This includes recognizing that certain areas in California, like Tuscan Buttes and San Diego County, now meet these requirements. The revised rules will become effective on April 17, 2025, replacing previous versions. The EPA also notes that this action is a federal endorsement of state-level decisions and does not impose additional federal requirements.