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HomeMy WebLinkAbout93-210 - ResolutionsRESOI]JIT(~NO. 93-210 A RESOLUTIC~ OF ~E CITY O0~qCIL OF ~{E CITY OF RAN(~K) INITIAL STtDYANDISSUANCEOF A~CALEX~4PTIC~PCR ~EAS, the city Council of the city of Rancho California, has ~eviewed all available input c~ the ~ru~x~ Hellman Avenue I~ Project; and ~EAS, an Env~ A~~mt ~nitial study has pursuant to tb~ California Env/rommental Quality Act, as amended. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY ODUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANf~O (~CAMONGA, H~REBYRESOLVESAS FOLLOWS: S~L~ION 1: The City Council of Rancho Cucamonga hereby approves the Environmental Assessment Initial Study and issuance of a Categorical Exemption for the proposed Hellman Aver91e Street I~ Project. S~/CION 2: The City Clerk is direct_~d_ to file a Notice of Exemption pursuant to the California Environmental Quality PASSED, AP~, and ADOPlOD this 17th day of November, 1993. Alexander, Buquet, Gutierrez, Stout, Williams NOES: None ABS~qT: None Dennis L. Stout, Mayor Debra J. _~_~, ~ity Clerk Besolution No. 93-210 P e2 I, DEBRA J. ADAMS, CITY ~.WRK of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, do hereby oertify that the fcx~going Resolution was duly p~.~, approved, and adopted by the City (~uncil of the City of Rancho O~-~3a, California, at a regular meeting of said City (k~ncil held on the 17th day of November, 1993. ~ this 18th day of November, 1993, at ~ Cucamo~, california. Resolution No. 93-210 Page3 FOOTHI LL BLVD. ARROW ROUTE FOOTHILL BLVD. ~'-] ClTY HALL CIVIc C~" ARROW ROUTE NINTH STREET EIGHT STREET z ~J \'-~---~ PROJECT LOCATION bJ Z h~ SIXTH uJ z z_ STREET> SEVENTH STREET bJ Z h~ · 0 SIXTH STREET VICINITY MAP [NOT TO SCALE) CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA PART II - INITIAL STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Resoluti~No. 93-210 I. BACKGROUND 1. Name of Proponent City of Rancho Cucamonga 2. Address and Phone Number of Proponent 10500 CivicSenter Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (909) 989-1862 3. Date of Checklist Submitted October 19, 1993 4. Agency Requiring Checklist City of Rancho Cucamonga 5. Name of Proposal, if applicable Street Improvement for Hellman Avenue and Ninth Street west side of the intersection. I. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS (Explanation of all "yes" and "maybe" answers are required on attached sheets). YES MAYBE 1. Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? c. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? d. The destruction, covering or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? fe Changes in' deposition or erosion of beach sands, or changes in siltation, deposition or erosion which may modify the channel of a river or stream or the bed of the ocean or dny bay, inlet or lake? Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? NO X X X X Resolution No. 93-210 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: YES MAYBE NO a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? b. The creation of objectionable odors: X Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? Water. Will the proposal result in: Changes in currents, or the course of direction of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? X X X d. Change in the amount of surface water in any body of water? Discharge into surface ~ters, or in any alteration of surface water quality, including but not limited to te~erature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? X he Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through dlrect additions or with- drawals, or through interceptions of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? Substentlal reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding or tidal waves? X X 4. Plant Life· Will the proposal result in: ae Change in the diversity of species, or nu~er of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops and a~uattc plants)? e b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangerdd species of plants? Introduction of new species of plant into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? d. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? Antreal Life. Wtll the proposal result in: Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of any spectes of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish and shell- fish, ##?benthtc organisms or insects)? b. Reduction of the n~ers of any unique, rare or endangered species of animals? Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? d. Deterioration to existing ftsh or wildlife habt tat? Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Increase in existing noise levels? b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce new light or glare? Land Use. Will the proposal produce new 1 lght or gl are? Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: a. Increase in the rate of use of any natural resou~es? 10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal involve: A risk of an explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset condition? be Possible interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? 1%esolutic~No. 93-210 Page6 YES MAYBE NO X X X X X X X X X Resol~i~ ~.93~10 p~e7 11. 12. 13. 14. Population. Will the proposal alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? Housing. Will the proposal affect existing housing or create a demand for additional housing? Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result i n: a. Generation of substantial additional vehtcular movement? b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? c. Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? e. Alterations to water-borne, rail, or air traffic? f. Increases in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? Public Services. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas? a. Fire protection? b. Police protection? c. School s? YES MAYBE X X X X X NO X X Re~olutic~No. 93-210 d. Parks or other recreational facilities? e. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? f. Other governmental services? 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in: a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to the fol 1 owing uttl i ties? a. Electric power? b. Natural or packaged gas? c. Communications systems? d. Water supply? e. Waste water facilities? f. Flood control structures? g. Solid waste facilities? 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a. 18. 19. be Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? Exposure of people to potential health hazards? Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in the obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportuntttes? YES MAYBE NO X X X X X X X X Resolutic~ No. 93-210 Page9 YES 20: Cultural Resources. Will the proposal result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? be Will the proposal result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure, or object? Does the proposal have the potential to cause a physical change which wmuld affect unique ethnic cultural values? Will the proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance-- Does the project have the potential to degrade the qual tty of the envt ronment, substantial ly reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or antml c~ntty, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animl or eliminate important examples of the mJor periods of California history or prehistory? be Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time While long-torre impacts will endure well into the future). O~s the p~Ject have impacts which are individually limited, but cmmulatlvely considerable? (A project my impact on t~ of more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect of the total of these impacts on the environment is significant.) Does the project have envl~rmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either dtrectly or Indirectly? MAYBE NO X X Resolutic~ No. 93-210 Pag~ 10 III. IV. X DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION (Narrative description of environmental it. pacts.) DETERMINATION (Io be completed by the Lead Agency.) On the basis of This initial evaluation: Date I find the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a CAT - EXEMPTION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in This case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED. I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENT IMPACT REPORT is required. Signature Henry Murakoshi Associate Engineer~ P.E. !ltle ATI'ACHI~ICIrr - PART I I I~o1~ No. 93-210 l>"dqe 11 Discussion of Envtromental Evaluation or Impacts I. t&rth b. There will be subgrade soils and aggregate base preparation and compaction for the replacement and/or widening sections of asphalt concrete pavement. 3. Water b. New curb, gutter and catch basin will facilitate better drainage. 6. Noise a. Existing noise levels will increase due to equipment operations during construction, but could be mitigated by the installation of noise attenuators and the restriction of hours of operation of equipment. 13. Transportation/Circulation a, d and f. Ourlng the construction operations, traffic and parking will increase on surrounding street near the project perimeter. Alterations to present patterns of vehicular and pedestrian circulation and any possibility of traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians during construction can be mitigated by the proper use of roadway warning and detour signs. 14. Publtc Services a, b and c. )his project will have an interim effect on the present pattern of circulation of vehicles (i.e., police, fire, school). Such circulation pattern impacts can be mitigated by prior notification to the respective agencies of the proposed street work, giving time, date and duration of said work. Resoluti~ No. 93-210 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM PART I - INITIAL STUDY General Information 1. Name and address of developer or project sponsor: City of Rancho Cucamonga 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 2. Address of project: intersection West side of Hellman Avenue and Ninth Street e Name, address, and telephone number of person to be contacted concerning this project: City of Rancho Cucamonga, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729, Contact Henry Murakoshi (90g) 989-1862 extension 2333 Indicate number of the permit application for the project to which this form pertains: N/A List and describe any other related permits and other public approvals required for this project, including those required by city, regional, state and federal agencies: Street Closure Permit:. approval of project by City Council, City of Rancho Cucamonga. 6. Existing zoning district: Industrial 7. Proposed use of site (Project for which this form is filed): Project I)escription and Effects: SEE ATTACHED 8. Site Size. 9. Square footage. 10. Number of floors of construction. N/A 11. Amount of off-street parking provided. N/A 12. Attach plans. N/A 13. Proposed scheduling. 14. Associated project. N/A 15. Anticipated incremental development. N/A 16. If residential, include the number of units, schedule of unit sizes, range of sale prices of rents, and type of household size expected. N/A Resoluti~ No. 93-210 Page 13 17. If conmnercial, tndicate the type, whether neighborhood, cfty or regionally oriented, square footage of sales area, and loading facilities. N/A 18. If industrial, indicate type, estimated employment per shift, and loading facilities. N/A 19. If institutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift, estimate occupancy, loading facilities, and conmaunity benefits to be derived from the project. N/A 20. If the project involves a variance, conditional use or reasoning application, state this and indicate clearly why the application is required. N/A Are the following items applicable to the project or its effects? below all items checked yes (attach additional sheets as necessary). Discuss Yes No 21. Change in existing features of any bays, tidelands, beaches, or hills or substantial alteration of ground contours. X 22. Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas or public lands or roads. X 23. Change in pattern, scale or character of general area of project. X 24. Significant amounts of solid waste or litter. 25. Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes or odors in vicinity. X 26. Change in ocean, bay, lake, stream or ground water quality or quantity, or alteration of existing drainage patterns. X 27. Substantial change in existing noise or vibration levels in the vicinity. X 28. Site on filled land or on slope of 10 percent or more. X 29. Use of disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances, flamables or explosives. X 30. Substantial change in demand for municipal services (police, fire, water, sewage, etc.). 31. Substantially increase fossil fuel consumption (electricity, oil, natural gas, etc.). 32. Relationship to a larger project or series of projects. Re~olutio~ No. 93-210 Environmental Setting: See attached 33. Describe the project site as it exists before the project, including information on topography, soil stability, plants and animals, and any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Describe any existing structures on the site, and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of the site. Snapshots or polaroid photos will be accepted. 34. Describe the surrounding properties, including information on plants and animals and any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, comercial, etc.), intensity of land use (one-family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.), and scale of development (height, frontage, set-back, rear yard, etc.). Attach photographs of the vicinity. Snapshots or polaroid photos will be accepted. Certt ft cart on I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I further understand that additional information may be required to be submitted before an adequate evaluation can be made by the Planning~vi%ion. Date: /~L /~ ~ Signature: Henry Murakoshi Title: Associate Engineer, P.E. l~l~c~No. 93-210 ATT,qCI. I~:NT- PART ! Project Description and Effects: 8,9,13,27,33,34 The project involves additional catch basins, additional sidewalks, and reconstruction of curb returns and gutters. The project covers the west side of Hellman Avenue and Ninth Street intersection. The anticipated project schedule for construction is in Fiscal Year 93/94. The project site is located in an industrial area. All street improvements have existed for several years. The proposed improvements will not have a substantial impact on plants, animals, land resources or any obvious historical, cultural or scenic aspects. Noise, vibration, dust and odors will increase at the project sites only during the pavement removal and replacements, etc. After completion of the project, all noise, vibration, dust and odors created by this project will cease to exist and return to the pre-proJect levels.