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Resolution - 8816RESOLUTION NO. 8816 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR THE WEST COVINA RECLAIMED WATER USE PLAN LOAN APPLICATION. • WHEREAS, the City acknowledges the increasing potential for water shortages facing urbanized areas in Southern California, and concomitant threat to undermine California's economy and quality of life; and e WHEREAS, in response to this concern the City desires to make cost effective utilization of reclaimed water for irrigation purposes within its service area; and WHEREAS, Engineering Science, Incorporated, was retained by the City to prepare a loan application for submittal under the Water Reclamation Loan Program, as authorized by the 1984 and 1988 Clean Water and Water Reclamation Bond laws, for funding of facilities needed to convey and deliver reclaimed water within the West Covina service area; and WHEREAS, as part of the loan application to the California State Water Resources Control Board, an environmental assessment is required to review the potential impacts of the proposed reclaimed water use project; and WHEREAS, an initial study was prepared for said project; and WHEREAS, based upon the findings of the initial study, a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, relating to the proposed Reclaimed Water Use Plan has been prepared and distributed pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and State and local guidelines, rules, regulations and procedures adopted pursuant thereto; and WHEREAS, said Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact concludes that all potential adverse impacts associated with the project can be mitigated to a level of insignificance; and WHEREAS, as a result of a Cultural Resource Records Search conducted by the Archaeological Information Center, a qualified archaeologist shall be retained to monitor all earth moving operations of the Water Reclamation Project; and WHEREAS, after receiving and considering all determinations, studies, documents, and recommendations, as well as other appropriate public comments, the City Council of the City of West Covina hereby certifies the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact subject to compliance with the mitigation measures that are recommended in the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact as outlined below: ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION IMPACTS MEASURES Earth All grading shall occur in conform- ance with ca- ble provisionsions of the West Covina Municipal Code and other applicable regulations and standards. 0283-92/C:CC/H20RECLM.WTR/em MONITORING DEPT/AGENCY Engineering MONITORING METHOD Pre- construc- tion plan check, Daily on - site inspec- tions/ Citizen Input Resolution No. 8816 WCOV/RECLAIMED/WATER May 20, 1992 - Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION IMPACTS MEASURES MONITORING MONITORING DEPW AGENCY METHOD Any graded slopes Engineering/ Daily on - shall be contoured • Planning site and feathered to inspec- the contours of tions/ adjacent topographic Citizen relief features. Input Air Normal wetting Engineering/ Daily on - procedures or other Planning site - dust palliative inspec- measures shall be tions/ followed during Citizen demolition and Input construction activities to reduce fugitive dust emissions in order to meet AQMD Rule 403 requirements. All construction equip- Engineering/ ment/vehicles shall Planning be maintained in proper tune. Project -related earth Engineering/ movement activities Planning shall cease during periods of excessive high winds and during periods of second stage smog alerts. Noise Grading and construc- Engineering/ tion activity shall Planning comply with the City's grading & noise ordinances. Traffic/ The City shall pur- Engineering Circulation sue improvements to the intersection of Amar & Azusa. Construction activities Engineering/ related to the proposed Planning project shall not be scheduled during peak hour traffic periods. Trenches shall be covered as soon as possible to avoid extensive detour of traffic flow. 0283-92/C:CC/H20RECLM.WTR/em Daily on - site inspec- tions/ Citizen Input Daily on - site inspec- tions/ Citizen Input Daily on - site inspec- tions/ Citizen Input Pre- construc- tion plan check. On- going Daily on - site inspec- tions/ Citizen Input Resolution No. 8816 WCOV/RECLAIMED/WATER May 20, 1992 - Page 3 WHEREAS, non-compliance with any of the aforementioned mitigation measures as determined by the monitoring department/ agency and any measures taken to correct said non-compliance shall be immediately reported to the Planning Department of the City of West Covina Monitoring Checklist form (Attachment I); and • WHEREAS, the aforementioned mitigation measures and monitoring or reporting requirements shall be implemented by the City; and WHEREAS, on May 19, 1992, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider said loan application and environmental documents. NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of West Covina does resolve as follows: SECTION NO. 1: After receiving and considering all determinations, studies, documents, and recommendations, as well as other appropriate public comments, the City Council of the City of West Covina does hereby certify the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, which has been prepared and completed in compliance with CEQA and State and local guidelines, rules, regulations, and procedures adopted pursuant thereto. SECTION NO. 2: The City Council does hereby find that the proposed project will not have an adverse impact upon fish or wildlife resources. SECTION NO. 3: The City Council does hereby find that the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has been independently and thoroughly reviewed by staff, and represents the independent judgment of the City. SECTION NO. 4: The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this resolution. ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 19th day of May, 1992. Mayor ATTEST: City Cle I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of the'City of West Covina, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the'19th day of May 1992, by the following vote of the Council to wit: ' AYES: Councilmembers: Manners, Jennings, Herfert, McFadden, Wong NOES: Councilmembers: None ABSENT: Councilmembers: None Approved as to form: / City Attori ey 0283-92/C:CC/H20RECLM.WTR/em city C rl k CITY OF WEST COVINA MITIGATION MEASURE MONITORING CHECKLIST Project Case Name/Number: Project Coordinator Phone # Project Location: . Mitigation Measure Status: Mitigation Nature of Steps taken to Date Measures., Non-compliance. correct non-compliance. I hereby certify I have inspected the project plans/site and that the above information is true to the best of my knowledge. Name(Print) Department Signature Date ATT A CH M E NT 1- • • • CITY OF WEST COVINA NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT Project Description: The proposed project is intended to provide reclaimed water to irrigate land in the City of West Covina, encompassing portions of two water service areas; City of West Covina (BKK Landfill and parks and green areas in the Woodside Village area) and the Suburban Water Company (Galster Park and South Hills Country Club Golf Course). The proposed project will include construction of a main reclaimed water trunk line along Azusa Avenue to the BKK Landfill. Lateral lines will extend from the main trunk to serve the other water users such as the South Hills Country Club, Galster Wilderness Park, and other parks and green areas in the Woodside Village areas. The plan also includes two new reservoirs, two booster pump stations, and one backflow control structure. Project Location and Sponsor• The proposed project runs along Azusa Avenue and Amar road in the southeastern portion of the City of West Covina including the BKK Landfill. It is adjacent to cities of Industry and Walnut. Mitigation Measures: (if any, to avoid potentially significant effects): Mitigation Measures have been added as conditions of project approval and are referenced on Page 17 of the attached Initial Study. Findings: This project will not have a significant effect on the environment. This project will not have, neither individually nor cumulatively, an adverse impact upon fish and wildlife resources. Reason for finding of no significant effect• The project consists solely of a loan application on the part of West Covina for a loan under the California State Water Resources Control Board, Office of Water Recycling, Water Reclamation Loan Program. The loan will enable West Covina to implement a proposed Reclaimed Water Use Plan. This plan outlines a project whereby West Covina will be able to utilize reclaimed water for irrigation purposes. Should the necessary funds be approved under the loan applications, and should construction of the project be subsequently pursued, a separate environmental analysis shall be conducted at that time. Review Period: Contact Person: James W. Gurr Contact Person's Telephone Number: r � James W. Gurr Princioal Enaineer 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH20.STY/em through May 19 1992 (818) 814-8413 • • CITY OF WEST COVINA ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT INITIAL STUDY (To be completed by Lead Agency) A. BACKGROUND 1. Lead Agency: City of West Covina 2. Date Prepared: 2-20-91 3. Project Title: City of West Covina Reclamation Water Use Plan 4. Name of Project Sponsor: City of West Covina Address: 1444 West Garvey Avenue West Covina, CA 91793 Telephone: (818) 814-8413 Project Coordinator: James Gurr 5. Project Description: (Describe nature of the project, type of anticipated facilities, size of the project) The proposed project is intended to provide reclaimed water to irrigate land in the City of West Covina, encompassing portions of two water service areas; City of West Covina (BKK Landfill and parks and green areas in the Woodside Village area) and the Suburban Water Company (Galster Park and South Hills Country Club Golf Course). The proposed project will include construction of a main reclaimed water trunk line along Azusa Avenue to the BKK Landfill. Lateral lines will extend from the main trunk to serve the other water users such as the South Hills Country Club, Galster Wilderness Park, and other parks and green areas in the Woodside Village areas. The plan also includes two new reservoirs, two booster pump stations, and one backflow control structure. 6. Project Location: (Include address and/or legal description, and attach location map) The proposed project runs along Azusa Avenue and Amar Road in the southeastern portion of the City of West Covina including the BKK Landfill. It is adjacent to the cities of Industry and Walnut. 7. Environmental Setting: (Describe the site as it exists prior to the project) West Covina was incorporated in 1923. It consists of 17 square miles and is located within the east San Gabriel Valley approximately 12 miles east of downtown Los Angeles along the San Bernardino (I'-10) Freeway. West Covina is considered an urbanized area and is close to being built out. The majority of land is devoted to residential -uses with the regional and community commercial centers located along major arterials. The proposed project area is located in the southeastern portion of the City of West Covina. The pipeline system will run on Azusa Avenue and Amar Road into the BKK Landfill site. Both streets are designated as principal arterials on the General Plan Map. Azusa Avenue currently is a six -lane divided road running in a north - south direction with intense retail commercial uses on both sides. Amar Road is a six -lane divided road that 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH20.STY/em runs in an east -west direction through mostly a single- family residential neighborhood. The BKK Landfill, located at 2210 South Azusa Avenue, is currently used for the disposing of Class III (non- hazardous) waste materials. This landfill has been in existence since 1963, consists of an approximate 583 acres, and has been totally disturbed due to past and present landfilling operations. • 8a. Existing Zoning: Single -Family Residential (R-1), Planned Community Development (PCD-1), Service Commercial (SC), General Commercial (GC), and Open Space (OS) 8b. Existing General Plan: Principal Arterial, Minor Arterial and Collector Roads/Very Low, Low, Low -Medium; Medium, Medium High Residential/Planned Development, Parks. • 8c. Existing Overlays/Specific Plans: Planned Community Development and Hillside Overlay Zone. -2- 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH20.STY/em • U On the basis of this initial study checklist and evaluation: NEGATIVE DECLARATION ( ) I find the proposed project effect on the environment, will be prepared. CONDITIONAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION COULD NOT have a significant and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION ( X ) 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 the attached sheet have been added to the project. A CONDITIONAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. (See attached conditions) ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT ( ) I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and a supplement to the ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. IMPACT ON FISH AND WILDLIFE ( X ) I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have, neither individually nor cumulatively, an adverse impact on fish and wildlife resources. A CERTIFICATE OF FEE EXEMPTION will be prepared and submitted to the Office of the Los Angeles County Clerk at the same time as the Notice of Determination is completed and filed with said office. PREPARED BY: James Gurr TITLE: Principal Engineer TELEPHONE: (818) 814-8413 DATE: March 30, 1992 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PREPARED OR PROVIDED BY: 1. RECLAIMED WATER USE PLAN; Prepared by Engineering -Science for the City of West Covina, August 1991. 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH20.STY/em VICINITY MAP t • I B. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS (Discussion of potential environmental impacts is required to be on separate sheet.) 1. EARTH. Will the proposed 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 soil, either on or off the site? f. Change in natural drainage or man-made runoff facilities? g. Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? b. The creation of objectionable odors? C. Alteration of air movement, moisture or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? -3- 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH20.STY/em YES MAYBE NO X X X am X am X X X • I 3. H Water. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? MA C. Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? . Change in the amount of surface water in any water body? _ d. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality, including but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? e. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? f. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? g. Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? h. Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, and crops)? b. Reduction of the number of any unique, rare, or endangered species of plants? C. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? d. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH2O.STY/em -4- RM X X X am X X X X X X 5. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds, mammals, reptiles, or insects)? X b. Reduction of the numbers of any • unique, rare or endangered species of animals? X C. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? X d. Deterioration to existing wildlife habitats? X 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Increases in existing noise levels? X b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? X 7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce new light or glare? X 8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in a substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? X 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal *. result in: a. Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? X b. Substantial depletion of any nonrenewable natural resource? X 10. Risk of Upset. Does the proposal involve a risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset conditions? X 11. Population. Will the proposal alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? X 12. Housing. Will the proposal affect — existing housing or create a demand for additional housing? X -5- 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH2O.STY/em 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? X b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? X • C. Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? X d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? X e. Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? X f. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? X 14. 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? X b. Police protection? X C. Schools? X d. Parks or other recreational X facilities? e. Maintenance or public facilities, X including roads? f. Other governmental services? X 15. Enemy. Will the proposal result in: a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? X b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? X 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a. Power or natural gas? X b. Communications systems? X C. Water? X d. Sewer or septic tanks? X e. Storm water drainage? X 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH20.STY/em f. Solid waste and disposal? X 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a. Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? X b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? X • 18. 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? X 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? X 20. Cultural Resources. a. Will the proposal result in the alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? X b. Will the proposal result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure, or object? X C. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? X d. Will the proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? X 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance. a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? X -7- 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH2O.STY/em b. 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-term impacts will endure well into the future.) X • -7- C. Does the project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environment is significant.) X • d. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? g 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH2O.STY/em C. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION (Attach additional sheets if necessary) The project consists solely of a loan application on the part of West Covina for a loan under the California State Water Resources Control Board, office of Water Recycling, Water Reclamation Loan Program. The loan will enable West Covina to implement a proposed Reclaimed Water Use Plan. This plan outlines a project whereby West Covina will be able to • utilize reclaimed water for irrigation purposes. Therefore, there will be no direct or immediate impact upon the environment and a Negative Declaration has been prepared. • Furthermore, the proposed Reclaimed Water Use project will not be effectuated unless the loan application is approved by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Should this occur, and should construction of the project be subsequently pursued, a separate environmental analysis as to the potential impacts shall be conducted at that time. This evaluation recognizes, however, that the project does raise issues with respect to certain potential impacts, which deserve evaluation regardless of whether or not project construction occurs. These are explained as follows: A review of the potential impacts of the proposed project revealed that no significant impacts are anticipated on the surrounding area. However, some impacts will occur during the construction phase of the project due to traffic congestion, construction equipment noise, and dust emission. These impacts can be mitigated by applying proper construction scheduling, and watering of the construction area to suppress dust. The operational phase of the project will not have any significant environmental impacts. The potential impacts on earth resources such as changes in geologic substructures, disruption, displacement, or compaction o.f the soil will be minimal. The pipeline system will be entirely buried and the ground will be restored to its natural condition. Construction activities and construction worker/employee transits to and from the project site will result in the generation and discharge of air pollutants and contribute slightly to local air quality emissions. No significant impacts are expected, since the construction period will be a short-term activity and measures will be applied to decrease construction dust emissions. Responses to each of the environmental categories contained in the Initial Study are referenced on the following pages: 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH20.STY/em DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 1. Earth Resources a. Will the proposal result in unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? No. Construction of the pipeline and reservoirs (tanks) is not expected to alter the geologic substructure or result in unstable earth conditions. • b. Will the proposal result in disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? Maybe. The proposed project will not result in disruptions, displacements or compactions of the soil. Some excavation of the soil would occur since the project will include construction of a pipeline, two reservoirs and two booster pomp stations. However the impact would not be significant, since the pipeline will be entirely buried and the ground restored to its original condition. c. Will the proposal result in change in topography or ground surface relief features? No. The proposed project will involve excavation activities mostly on existing paved roadways. The project alignment in the BKK Landfill will not cause significant changes to the topography. d. Will the proposal result in the destruction, covering or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? No. No unique geological or physical features are present at the site . There would not be any destruction, covering or modification of any unique geological or physical features. The BKK Landfill is generally hilly and the proposed project is not expected to significantly affect any physical features. e. Will the proposal result in any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? No. The proposed project will not result in any wind or water erosion. The pipeline system will be entirely buried. f. Will the proposal result in 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 any bay, inlet or lake? No. There are no water bodies near the proposed project. There would be no change in natural drainage or man-made runoff facilities. g. Will the proposal result in the exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure or similar hazards? No. Southern California has been identified as a seismically active area. The construction of the proposed project will not expose properties and the population to any geologic hazards. The pipeline systems will be designed to conform to earthquake standards in the State of California. 2. Air Quality a. Will the proposal result in substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? Maybe. Construction activities and construction worker/employee transits to and from the project site will result in the generation and discharge of air pollutants and contribute to local air quality emissions. No significant impacts are expected both during the construction and operation phases of the proposed project, since the construction period will be a short-term activity. b. Will the proposal result in the creation of objectionable odors? No. The construction of the proposed project will not generate any objectionable odors. The reclaimed water will be treated before it is distributed into the system. -10- c. Will the proposal result in alteration of air movement, moisture or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? No. The implementation of the proposed project is not expected to cause any alteration of air movement, moisture or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally as the project is relatively small in size and no significant dust emissions are expected during the construction phase. Measures will be taken to wet the construction site to reduce dust flow. 3. Water Quality a. Will the proposal result in the changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns or the rate and amount of surface water run-off? • No. The proposed project will only change the source of water supply used for irrigation of parks, golf courses and other green areas within the City of West Covina and the Suburban Water Company. Potable water used for irrigation will be replaced with reclaimed water from the County. Sanitation District of Los Angeles County (CSDLAC) San Jose Hills Water Reclamation Plant. More reclaimed water will be used for irrigation and the increase in irrigated areas as more landfill areas are closed and restored. This increase will increase surface water runoff which is not expected to be significant. b. Will the proposal result in the alterations to the course of flow of flood waters? No. The proposed project is not expected to cause alterations to the course or flow of flood waters. Existing drainage courses will remain the same. c. Will the proposal result in change in the amount of surface water in any water body? No. Runoff from the reclaimed water use area flows to Puente Creek, and then to San Jose Creek. This is about five miles downstream from Azusa Avenue. The proposed project will not change the amount of surface water. d. Will the proposal result in discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality, including but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? No. Reclaimed water from SJCWRP currently meets the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Water Reclamation criteria. At present, the portion of reclaimed water from SJCWRP goes for reuse, while the rest is discharged into San Jose Creek and then to the San Gabriel River. The reclaimed water does not alter the quality of surface water. e. Will the proposal result in the alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? No. The proposed project will increase the quantity of reclaimed water used for irrigation replacing potable water. Runoff from irrigated areas may collect off site and percolate into local groundwater. This impact would not alter the direction or rate of flow of groundwater. f. Will the proposal result in the change in the quantity of ground waters either through direct additions or withdrawals or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? Maybe. The proposed project would create only minimal increase in the quantity of local groundwater. The majority of the irrigation water runoff will be collected in permanent drainage structures. These drainage structures were designed in accordance with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, Flood Control Division requirements. g. Will the proposal result in the substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? . No. The proposed project will replace the existing potable water supply used for irrigation with reclaimed water. Therefore, this project will result in an increase of water supply available to the public. h. Will the proposal result in the exposure of people or property to water -related hazards such as flooding or tidal waves? No. The proposed project requires an installation of two new two -million gallon reservoir tanks to hold reclaimed water. These tanks will be located within the BKK Landfill site to avoid exposure of people to hazards in the event of a tank rupture. The landfill should be graded in a manner to convey stormwater to public drainage structures. This would convey flood waters away from people and property. 4. Plant Life a. Will the proposal result in the change in the diversity of species or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, and crops)? No. The proposed project will not alter the present conditions of species and plants. The pipeline will run generally along existing paved roads. At the BKK Landfill there are no known endangered species. b. Will the proposal result in the reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangered species of plants? No. See response 4(a). • c. Will the proposal result in the introduction of new species of plants into an area or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? No. The proposed project will not introduce any new species and will not interfere with normal replenishment of existing species. The project area is generally free of vegetation. d. Will the proposal result in the reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? No. The proposed project generally runs in a mixed residential and retail commercial area and the BKK Landfill. No agricultural activities are located in this area and therefore none will be affected. 3. Animal Life a. Will the proposal result in the change in the diversity of species or numbers of any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish and shellfish, benthic organisms, or insects)? No. The project will not result in the change and diversity of species or reduction of the number of unique, rare or endangered species of animals. The proposed project will not introduce any new species or result to deterioration of existing wildlife habitats. The project area is generally developed except for the BKK Landfill site. b. Will the proposal result in the reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangered species? No. See Response 5(a) c. Will the proposal result in the introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? No See Response 5(a) d. Will the proposal result in the deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat? No. See response 5(a) 6. Noise a. Will the proposal result in an increase in existing noise levels? Maybe. The construction of the proposed project will cause a short-term increase in the noise levels of the surrounding area. These noise levels can be reduced to insivnificance by scheduline construction activity durine period when nearby sensitive uses will not be affected. The operational phase of the project will not have any significant effects on noise levels in the area. The pipeline will be entirely buried and the booster pump stations will be located far away from residential areas. b. Will the proposal result in the exposure of people to severe noise levels'? Maybe. Construction noise will be generally localized and temporary. Exposure of people to severe noise levels during the construction period is not expected to be significant since most of the construction activity will take place during the day time hours. The highest noise levels will be experienced along Amar Road where the land use is mostly single-family residences. Limiting construction activity during the day and also providing construction schedules to the residences will minimize the impacts. 7. Light and Glare Will the proposal produce new light or glare? No. The implementation of the proposed project is not expected to introduce significant new sources of light and glare. .12- �. Land Use Will the proposal result in a substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? No. The proposed project will run along Azusa Avenue and Amar Road which are generally fronted with a mix of residential and commercial land uses. No significant impacts are expected on either the existing or planned land uses. 9. Natural Resources a. Will the proposal result in an increase in the rate of use of any natural • resources? No. Natural resources such as construction materials will be committed to the proposed project or the operational needs of transporting and handling equipment. The purpose of this project is to use reclaimed water in replace of natural water resources. b. Will the proposal result in substantial deletion of any nonrenewable natural resources? No. The implementation of the proposed project does not involve handling of any hazardous substances. The proposed project will not involve a risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances as the project will transmit only reclaimed water.. 11. Population Will the proposal alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? No. The proposed project is designed to provide reclaimed water for irrigation of parks and green areas. The project will not deliver water for any existing or planned domestic use . Therefore the project will not induce any population growth. 12. Housing Will the proposal affect existing housing or create a demand for additional housing? No. See Response 11. 13. Transportation/Circulation a. Will the proposal result in the generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? Maybe. The construction phase of the proposed project will generate additional vehicular traffic on Azusa Avenue and Amar Road. However, these activities will be planned to avoid severe congestions on the local roads. During the operational phase there would be no significant impact on traffic since the project will be entirely buried underground.. b. Will the proposal result in effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? No. During the construction phase of the project one or two lanes of Azusa Avenue and Amar Road will be closed temporarily to allow for construction equipment parking. No off -road parking areas will be affected by the proposed project. c. Will the proposal result in the substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? Mahe. The implementation of the proposed project will not generate any substantial traffic. Construction employee traffic will be generated and no significant impacts are expected on the transportation systems. However, peak hour traffic along Azusa Avenue and Amar Road may cause slight congestion since some of the lanes will be closed to detour traffic flow. To minimize these impacts, no construction should take place during peak hours. Trenches should be covered as soon as possible to avoid extensive detour of traffic flow. -13- d. Will the proposal result in alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? Maybe. Lane closures on Azusa Avenue and Amar Road will occur. As a result, temporary traffic congestions will occur during the construction period. No changes in traffic flow will occur during the operational phase of the project. • e. Will the proposal result in alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? No. The implementation of the proposed project is not expected to cause either direct or indirect alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic. None of these transportation modes exist in the project area. f. Will the proposal result in an increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicycles or pedestrians? No. Short-term hazards may occur during the construction phase of the project since there will be open trenches and movement of heavy construction equipment in the residential and retail commercial areas. 14. Public Services a. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered governmental services? a, b, c,e, and f. Fire, Police, Schools, maintenance of public facilities, and other governmental services No. The project will need regulatory agency permits, which can be accommodated through the existing governmental framework. As a result, implementation of the proposed project is not expected to have an affect on, or result in a need for additional services. No school, park, library, fire, police or other services beyond existing levels will be required. d. Will the proposal have an effect upon or result in a need for new or related parks or other recreational facilities? Maybe. The availability of additional reclaimed water may result to an increase in irrigated land in the City of West Covina.. 15. Energy a. Will the proposal result in the use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? Maybe. The proposed project will result in energy use, primarily during the construction phase. This use is not expected to have significant effects on existing energy resources. The project will result in a net savings of energy by the reduction in pumping cost of potable water. b. Will the proposal result in the substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy or require the development of new sources of energy? No. The implementation of the proposed project will not require new energy supply sources. 16. Utilities Will the proposal result in a need for new systems or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a, b, c, d, e, and f. Power, communication systems, sewer or septic tanks, stormwater drainage and solid waste disposal. No. The proposed project will result in no significant provision of new services or alteration of existing systems. However, relocation of some utility lines may occur during the construction phase. There will be no construction of any pipeline systems other than those proposed in the project. -14- 17. Human Health a. Will the proposal result in the creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? No. The proposed project will not result in any health hazards as it will not handle or transports any hazardous material. Reclaimed water will meet Title 22 standards. b. Will the proposal result in the exposure of people to potential health hazards? No. See Response 17(a). • 18. 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? [7 No. The implementation of the proposed project is not anticipated to result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view. The present use and visual character of the site will not be altered. The reservoirs and the booster pump stations will be located on the northern part of the BKK Landfill where there visibility will be obscured by the hilly terrain. Visual character of the project site during the construction phase will be changed temporarily and no significant impacts are expected. 19. Recreation Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? No. Implementation of the proposed project is not anticipated to impact the quality of recreational opportunities. The proposed project does not create demand on recreation. 20. Cultural Resources a. Will the proposal result in the alteration or destruction of a prehistoric or historical archaeological site? No. The implementation of the proposed project is not expected to result in the alteration or destruction of a prehistoric or historical archaeological site(s). The project alignment will run for the most part on existing paved roadways. The reservoir and booster station sites are located on the BKK Landfill. b. Will the proposal result in adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure or object? No. See Response 20(a). c. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? No. See Response 20(a). d. Will the proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? No. See Response 20(a). -15- Mandatory Finding of Significance a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially 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 animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? No. See Responses 4 and 5. b. 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- term impacts will endure well into the future). No. The implementation of the proposed project is not expected to have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term environmental goals. It will assist in achieving the long-term goal of conserving and enhancing potable water supplies available to the public. c. Does the project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environment is significant.) iio. The implementation of the proposed project will not cause cumulative impacts. There are no nearby related projects. d. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? No. The proposed project will not adversely affect any human beings directly. The project will discontinue the use of potable water to be conserved for human consumption. I -16- MITIGATION MEASURES (to be added as conditions of project 1. Submit a grading and drainage plan to the City Engineer for review and approval. 2. All grading shall comply with Chapter 9 of the West Covina Municipal Code and Chapter 29 and 70 of the Uniform Building Code. • 3. Normal wetting procedures or other dust palliative measures shall be followed during excavation activities to reduce fugitive dust emissions in order to meet AQMD Rule 403 requirements. 4. Grading and construction activity shall comply with the City's grading and noise ordinances. • 5. Barriers and warning signs shall be employed where appropriate to maintain traffic and pedestrian safety during grading and construction operations. 6. To minimize congestion during peak hour traffic along Azusa Avenue and Amar Road, no construction shall take place during peak hours. Trenches will be covered as soon as possible to avoid extensive detour of traffic flow. SOURCES 1. City of.West Covina General Plan. 2. City of West Covina Municipal Code. 3. Reclaimed Water Use Plan, Section 6, Environmental Assessment; prepared by Engineering -Science, August 1991. -17- 0215-92/C:Notices/RECLMH20.STY/em