Links to other useful websites

Federal Government

www.fws.gov

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is the federal agency responsible for protection, conservation and management of non-marine plants and animals. This includes administering the Endangered Species Act and managing the national wildlife refuge system and the 70 national fish hatcheries.

www.nmfs.noaa.gov

The National Marine Fisheries Service is the federal agency that is responsible for protection, conservation and management of marine plants and animals. This includes administering the Endangered Species Act for marine based plants and animals, such as coho salmon and steelhead.

www.usace.army.mil

The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers is the civil engineering branch of the U.S. armed forces. The "Army Corps" is also responsible for flood protection along U.S. waterways and manages Section 10 of the Clean Water Act pertaining to dredging and filling of waterways. Any project proposing to place any concrete or earthen fill in a stream or river must obtain approval from the "Army Corps".

www.usgs.gov

The United States Geologic Survey is a federal agency provides the public with scientific information about the earth, its living resources and other natural resources, natural hazards and the environment.

State Government

ceres.ca.gov/planning/

The Land Use Planning Information Network (LUPIN) is an internet based informational service of the California Resources Agency that supports land use and planning in the State and addresses many current land planning issues.

www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/

As a division of the State's Department of Conservation, the California Geologic Survey is responsible for providing the public information on geologic resources and hazards (earthquake faults) within the State, including mapping of seismic hazard areas.

www.dfg.ca.gov

The website of the California Department of Fish and Game includes information about conservation planning and endangered species in California. Projects proposing to modify a stream in any way, including the placement of fill, must obtain a Streambed Alteration Agreement from this agency.

www.fypower.com

General information on energy conservation, including energy saving tips, incentives, and information on how you can conserve energy and save money,

www.opr.ca.gov

Governor's Office of Planning and Research ("State Clearinghouse) This is the website for the statewide planning agency. It provides information on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including proposed and recently enacted amendments to the Act. It also provides information on planning, zoning and development laws including what is required for City and County General Plans.

Organizations and Business

www.aia.org

The American Institute of Architects is the voice of the architecture profession. This site will help you determine how to select an architect as well as give you tips on how to work with an architect.

www.califaep.org

The California Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) is a non-profit organization of professionals working to improve their skills as environmental and resource managers within California. AEP is dedicated to the enhancement, maintenance and protection of the natural and human environment. This website includes links to the various AEP regional chapters around the State, including the Monterey Bay Area Chapter and the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter.

www.cnps.org

The California Native Plant Society is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to the public's better understanding of native plants and their importance to our environment. CNPS is one of the best informational sources on California native trees, shrubs and groundcover.

www.naep.org

The National Association of Environmental Professionals is a multidisciplinary association dedicated to the advancement of the environmental professions in the U.S. and abroad. It has chapters in each state. The website includes information on certification as an environmental professional.

www.nspe.org

General information on the engineering profession from the American Society of Professional Engineers.

www.planning.org

The American Planning Association is a nonprofit public interest and research organization committed to urban, suburban, regional, and rural planning. APA and its professional institute, the American Institute of Certified Planners, advance the art and science of planning to meet the needs of people and society.