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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC RES 00-51 'I '1 I 'I -' ..~. ' I I 2'., 2~ 2.;' RESOLUTION NO. 00-51 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, 1) CERTIFYING THE FINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AS COMPLETE AND ADEQUATE AND THAT ALL FEASIBLE MITIGATION MEASURES HAVE BEEN INCORPORATED AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, AND 2) APPROVING AN AGREEMENT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF A VACANT PARCEL AT 170 PASADENA AVENUE FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING A NEW DOMESTIC WATER WELL The City Council of the City of Tustin does hereby resolve as follows: I. The City Council finds and determines as follows: That this project was considered by the City Council on July 17, 2000; and That the project will provide for the overall enhancement of the City's domestic water supply; Co An Initial Study/Negative Declaration has been prepared for '(his project and has been distributed for public review. II. The City Cou. ncd finds and determines that acquisition of the subject p,'ope.rty for the purpose of constructing a water well facility is considered a "project" pursuant to the terms of the California Environmental Quality Act. A draft Initial Study/Negative Declaration was prepared and made available fcr oublic review from June 1, 2000 to July 1, 2000. A Final Negative Declaration, attached hereto as Exhibit A, has been completed in compliance with CE©A and State guidelines. The City Council has received and considered the information contained in the Initial Study/Negative Declaration prior to approval of the proposed project and finds that it adequately discusses the environmental effects of the proposed project. On the basis of the Initial Study/Negative Declaration and comments received during the public comment period, the City Council finds that although the proposed project could have impacts, there will not be any significant effects because mitigation measures included in the Final Negative Declaration reduce any potential significant effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur. In addition, the City Council finds that the project involves no potential for any adverse effects, either individually or cumulatively, on wildlife resources as defined in Section 711.2 of the Fish and Game Code. ~S 2'.3 2:, 27 2S III. The City desires to acquire a vacant parcel located at 170 Pasadena Avenue, Tustin, California; and The purpose of subject acquisition is to construct a new domestic water well facility; and The State Department of Transportation, owner of subject parcel, has agreed to sell to City subject parcel upon terms and conditions stated in an Agreement (Exhibit B) IV. The City Council hereby adopts Resolution No. 00-51certifying the Final Negative Declaration as complete and adequate and approving an agreement for the acquisition for a vacant parcel at 170 Pasadena Avenue for the purpose of constructing a domestic water well. PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Tustin held on the 17th of July 2000. A'i-rEST: EXHIBIT "A" Final Negative Declaration Pasadena Avenue Well Facility 170 S. Pasadena Avenue July 3, 2000 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, CA 92780 (7]4) 573-3100 INITIAL STUDY A. BACKGROUND Project Title: Pasadena Avenue Well Site Lead Agency: City of Tustin 300 Centennial Way Tustin, California 92780 Lead Agency Contact Person: Minoo Ashabi Project Location: 170 Pasadena Avenue Project Sponsor's Name and Address: Phone: 714/573-3126 City of TustirdWater Sen'ices 300 Centennial Wav Tustin, CA 92780 General Plan Designation: Public/Institutional Zoning Designation: Public and Institutional Project Description: Acquisition of land and construction of a water well facility housed in an approximately 1,500 square feet structure with residential appearance Surrounding Uses: North: Public and Institutional South: Residential East: West: Other public agencies whose approval is required: Orange County Fire Authority Orange County Health Care Agency South Coast Air Quality Management District Other - State Department of Health Se:'vices Residential Newport Freeway (SR-55) .[--] City. of Irvine [-'] City of Santa Aha [--1 Orange County EMA B. ENVIRONMI'LN'I-AI. F:\C'[OI*,S I'OTENTIALLY AFFECTEI) 'l'he environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, in'.'olvin,, al leasl one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist in Section D below. [--]Land Use and Planning [~Population and Housing i~lGeological Problems [--]Water I-lAir Quality [~Transportation & Circulation [~Biological Resources ['-].Energy and Mineral Resources [--"]Hazards [~Noise [--']Public Services ['-]Utilities and Se.wice Systems [--]Aesthet. ics [-]Cultural Resources _[--lRecreation [-'-~Mandatory Findings of Si_onificance C. DETERMINATION: On the basis of this initial evaluation: I___~ I find ~Sat the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the en'dror..'nent, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the enviro:'_,'nen~, there ,,','ill not be a significant effect in this case because the miti~ation~ measures described on ~n a.t~c,~ :- ~: ~'' s:~-~:' have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be ars:.arsd. find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the ,.nx" "~,o.,_n_m.* an." an EN IRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environ_men.:, bm at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to a~Micable., legal standards. ~.n~- ' 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "Potentially Significam Impact" or ';Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only ',.he effects that remain to be addressed. " 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 all potentially significant effects 1) have been anaivzed adequamly in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards, and 2) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are im~esed upon the proposed project. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the enviromrnent, there %rILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects 1) have been analyzed adequmely in an earlier NEGATIVE DECL.~R. ATION pursuant to applicable standards, and 2) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. Preparer: Minoo Ashabi Elizabeth A. Binsack, Community Development Director Title Date Associate Planner June ~.2000 1) 2) 3) 4) 6) 7.) ~) 9) I). EVALUATION OF ENVII/,ONMENTAL IMPACTS Directions A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported b.v tim information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact" ansv. er is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g., the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact"ansg'er should be explained where it is based on project-specific factors and general standards (e.g., the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project-specific screening analysis). All answers must take into account the whole action involved, including off-site, on-site, cumulative project '",'~ indirect, direct, construction, and operational impacts. Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact ma.,,' occur, then the checklist answers mu.~: indicate whether the impact is potentially significant, less than significant whh mitigation, or less than significant. "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect ma.',' be significar..:. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made. ar, d EIR is required. "Negative Declaration: Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the inco.'-poration of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less t~.an Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce :'.'.e to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVII, ':Earlier Analyses," may be referenced). Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR. or other CEQA process, an effe':.: i~.-__s been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15067 (:) (3)~.D). in '~i'..[s cas-', a brief discussion should identi~' the following: a) Earlier Anal.vsii; Used. Identify and state where they are available for review. b) Impacts Adequately Addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable leo_al standards, and state ,' such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. c) Mitigation Measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Measures Incorporated," describe the mitigation measures g'hich were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which the.',' address site-specific conditions for the project. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impacts (e.g., general plans, z'oning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated. Supporting l'nformation Sources: A source list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion. This is only a suggested form, and lead agencies are free to use different formats; however, lead agencies normally address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a project's environmental effects in whatever format is selected. The explanation of each issue should identify: a) the significance criteria or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and, b) the mitigation measure identified, if an.,,', to reduce the impact to less than significance. I: ',/n.l.l',Vl I(F'. t~F I:'.'qvII~O'qME',,'T..xl. IMI'ACI~; I. AESTHETICS- Would the project: a) Have a sub,ear, rial advers'.: effect on a scenic vista? b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, ro:k outcroppings, and historic buildings · ¢! . .ri within a state s:enic c) Substantial].,.' degrade the existing visual character or q,.'aii~' of the sire and its surroundings? d) Create a ne,,'.' source of subs:antial light or glare which would "Ix' ~.. c: . a~ erse.: a,.ec, day or ni-hnime views in the area? II. AGRICULTURE RESOURCES: In dete,wnining ,).'he:her impacts to agricultura! resources are significant environmental effez:s, lead agencies may refer to the Caiifo.mia Ag. ;:'.'...".. al land Evaluation and Site Assessment Moriel (199'7) p:e.=ared b? the Caiifo,mia Dope. of Conservation as ~.-. optional modei to use in assessing impacts or. agriculture ar;': .-'a.:-niar, d. Would the projec:: a) Convert Prime Fa,wnland. Unicue Fa,,'-rnland. or Farmland of S:atewide I."r,~o.xance (Fa,."miand). as shown on the maps "--.~-~d pu:suam .'.o the Fa,.m,'.,ian~ MaDpino_ and Monitorin- Program of :he Cai:.fomia Resourses A. gency, to non- a':rizultura! '-'se? b) Conflic; wick, exisfin_.q, zoning for agricultural use, or a Wiiiiamson Az: c) Invoh'e other chano_es in the existing environment which. due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of Fa.,-rn. land. to non-agricul.':ural use? III. AIR QUALITY: '¢,,'here available, the significance criteria estabiishe'; by the app!icabie air quali~' management or air pollution conrr, ol district may be relied upon to make ',he following de:e:w, ina.:ions. \Vould the project: a) Confiic: a'iSu or obs:ruct implementation of the applicable air quaiiD' plan? b) Violate ar.>' air quails' stan~a.-d or contribute substantially t: an existing o.- projected air quali,'y violation? c/ Resul: in a cu.muiativeb' considerable net increase of an.,,' criteria pollutant for which the project region is non- anainmen: unrier an applicable federal or state ambient air qua!is' standard (inciuding rele~ing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)? d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant .on..nt,"a.lons. e) Create obje::ionable odors affecting a substantial number of peopie? Stgmf~cant ]mpacl I.e.:.; T/u;, Impact /,,'(; ]n:po2l IV. BIOLOGICAL RES(')UI~CES: - Would the proiect: a) Have a substantial adverse effect, cither directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the Califo.mia Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Se.wi:e? b) Have a substantial adverse effect on an.,,' riparian habitat or ocher sensitive natural communi~' identified in local or r~2ional plans, policies, regulations or by the California D-~panment ofFish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife c) t~a','e a substantial adverse effect on federally protected v,e:]ands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act " ~] ,4' o im,,u,ln=, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) through direc: removal, filling, hydroiogical inter-r, up:ion, or othe: means? interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migrator'2: fish or w]idii~ s~ecies or with es:ab.ished native resident or migrator' wiidiife corr!dors, or ~:r....--e~e the use of native wiidi!fe nurse.'2.' sites'? Conflict wi:h an)' local policies or ord]nances ~ro:ec:ing b!oic,.,ical resources, such as a .':. ee preservation poiic':' or orSinance? f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conse:wation P~an. Natural Communip..' Conservation Plan. or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation olan? ~'. CULTURAL RESOURCES: - Would the pro.]ezt: a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of ~ historical resource as defined in § 15064.5? b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to § 15064.5? c'~ Directly or indirectly destro>' a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic f:arure? d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries? VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS: - Would the pro~ect: a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, inju:?', or death invoMng: ]~Ol¢llll,dl. ;. ;' Stgntficant Impact I.e.:.: Th::,', ,%:.',f/~ I;'tlh Itlcorpor~tllOn i) Rupture ora t:nown earthquake fault, as d¢linea',ed on the mos: recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake. Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other subs;antial evidence ora known fault? Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42. ii) S:rong seismic ground shakin,,? iii) S'.:'is,"n. lc-related ground failure, in:lading liaw'fac:ion?. iv) Landslides? b) R."su!t in subs:z.-.tial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would become unstable as a result of the proj=::, and poten:ia!iy result in on- or off-site landslide, lateral spreading. subsidence, liquefaction or collapse.? d'~ Be located on expansive soil. as defined in Table 18- I-B of~h~. Uniform g'.'-iiz;ing Code (199-~). creating subs:antial risks :o life or pro?ex.v? o'.,., nav~ soils inca.vaNe of adeouate!,.'. . suppo..-':ino_ the use of se.~:i: tanks or ahe= a:i'.'e waste '.~ a'.sr dispesal svs:-_ms. ~"n~,"'o. sewers ar= not avaiiabie for thc dis>esal of waste ,a a:er.'? VII.HAZ.&RDS AND HAZARDOUS M. ATERIALS: V, o-.- the project: a) Create a significant hazard to the public or ..,~ ~.onm~nt throu=n the routine transport, use, or disposal ol b) Create a significant hazard to the public or eke er. vi.-onment through reasonably foreseeable upset and ac=ident conditions involving the release of hRra:dous ma:eriais into the environment? c) Emil hazardo::s emissions or handle hazardous or acutely ha:?dous materials, substances, or waste within one-qua:-ter mile of an existing or proposed schoo'.? d) Be located on a site which is in:luded on a lis: of h;---?-.-dous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Co~e Section 65962.5 and. as a result, would i.: create a signi.q:ant hazard to the public or the environment? e~ For a project located within an airport land use plan or. where such a plan, has not been adopted, within two miles ora public airport or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project ~ For a project within the vicini.'5.' ora private airstrip. wo'.,id the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or x~ orking in the pro. iec: area.'? [~ O~, t',r~ :L.','.'.', In:pa:': !. C.;.'. 7",? ';,'7 Ira?, '::: .t,'e, g) Impair irnplerr, enta'fion ()for p~,':'~.ically interfc'r-_ with an adop:~d ~mcr~cncy r~spons~ plan or ~m~r~nc)' ~vazua:ion plan? h) Expose people or s~ructures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death invoMng wildiand fires, including where wiidiands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed v,'ith wildlands? VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY: -Would th'_ project: a') Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? - b) Subs:antiaiiy deplete groundwater supplies or interfere s::b~:antially with groundwater rezk, arge such that there would b.~ a ne: de:%k in azuifer volume o: a lowering of the local ~,roundwater tabie level (co.=., :he production ra~e of pre- e::!s.'.ing nearby ~e!!s would drop to a level which would not s'-'.r,.~on existin_o iar. d uses or planne~ uses for which pe:Tnits ?..~ve been grante~.,? c'; Substantially aner the existing drainage pane.T, o, ,n. site c: area inciudin~ .'.brough the a!~era:ion of the course of a s:re..m',,, or .... ,';v,'r in a manner which would result in substantia! er~s:,cn or sfltador, on- or off-s!te? d) Subs;antiali.',' niter the existing drainage pa.--tern of the site or area, including through the alte.'-a.'.ion of the course of a ~::eam or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoffin a manner which would result in flooding or.- or off-site? e) Create or con:ribute runoffwater which wo:_'id exceed the capazir,.' of exis:iag or planned sto,,"mwater drainage systems or provide subs~n:ia! additional sources of poilu:ed runoflT Otherwise substantially degrade water qua!i~'? g) Place housing within a l O0-year flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Ha?ard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map? h) Place within a lO0-year flood haard area s;."uctures which would impede or redirect flood flows? Expose people or su'ucrures to a significant risk of loss. injur?' or death involving flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING - Would the project: Lc",.: A f/ttg'd:ion Lc,.:.; 7'h:m Physically divide an established community? [--I L_~ [--1 ~ b) Conflict with any applicablc land use plan. policy, or regulation of an ag--ney with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? c) Conflict with an'..' applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conse,wation plan? X. MINERAL RESOURCES- Would the project: a) Result in the loss of availabilis' of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the seato? b) Result in the loss of availabiiiD' of a locally-important minera! resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan. specific plan or other land use plan? XI. NOISE- xi o ....n. proje., result in: · . _o,,',,,- :' ~ ~ ,, 'o a) Ex¢osure of ~er3ons to or ...... a.lOn o, no.s.t.x..s in excess of smndard_~ established in .:he local 2 ~' ' _en~. a, plan or noise ordinance, or azviicable standards of other a*_encies? b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundbome noise love!s? c) A substantial pe.~anent increase in ambient noise leve!s in Cne project vicini~' above leveis existing without the project? d) A substantial temporaD' or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the prpject viciniD' above leve!s existin,, wi'_hout the projec.:? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or. where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles ora public airport or public use airpom would the pro~ect expose people residing or working in the pro, oct area to excessive noise levels? fl For a projec: wi:.hin the viciniD' of a private airstrip. would the project expose people residing or working in the Dr~lie:'t area to excess noise lex ..s. XII.POPULATION AND HOUSING - Would the project: a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)? b) Displace subst~tial numbe:'s of existing housing. necessitating the construction of replacement housing e!sewhere? Potcnt:u!]y Sign¢can; Impact Lc'.'..', Than S,'g,vf',zant 3 htt$,'a:~c)n Incorporation c) Displace substantial numbers of people,n.c.s~,a.:n_,- ,- ~" ,' o the conslruction of replacement housing elsewhere? XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES a) Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered ,,overnmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable sen'ice ratios, response times or other performance objectives for an)' of the public se,"x'ices: Fire protection? Police protection? Schools? Parks? Other pubiic facilities? XIV. R£CREATION - a) Would the project increase the use o£exisfin2 neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational faciiities such that substantial physical deterioration of the faciliD' would occur or be accelerated? b) Does the project include recreational facili:ies or require the construction or exnansion of recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical effec: on the environmen:° XV. TRANSPORTATION,'TRAFFIC- Would :he project: a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in relation to the existing traffic load and capaciD' of the sh-eet sy'stem (i.e. result in a substantial increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the volume to capaciD' ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)? b) Exceed. either indMdually or cumuiative!v, a leve! of sec'ice standard established by the coun:x' congestion mana_.m~nt aeencv for designated roads or highway's? c) Result in a change in air traffic pat'terns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g. sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? e) Result in inadequate emergency access? Result in inadequate parking capacity? fl olcntt~.n,)' Stg,:~ccmt Impact 1. c.:.', H'tlh 3//t/gztli6n Incorporation Lo:.: In:pact ;, 6. g} Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or pro'.z, rams supporting ahemative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS- Would the project: Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the a.:plizable Regional Water Ouaiity Control Boar:t? b) Recuire or result in the construction ofnew water or v.'~tev.'ater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the constr:ction of which could cause si?.nificant "n`.'ironmental effects? :) R'zauire or result in the constrac:ion of new sto,'-rn water dr,3i.nage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the c.~.':.s:.',.2c:ion ofwb. ich could cause significant environmental Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the pro~.-c, from existm~ emitlements and resources, or are new or exzan~e~ entitiem"::.:s needed? .-'~ ?2suk in a de:e.nrnination by fi;.- :,.'asrewater treatment provider '.vhic~, se.~ es or ma'.' sen'e :he project that it has a-'e=,aate capaciD' to se~'e the project's projecte~ demand in aS~irion to the provider's existing commitments? f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient pe,,"miaed capaci:y to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? ,ea~.al, state, and local statutes and g) Comply with ~ "~ re~uiarions related to solid waste? XVII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE a~ Does the project have the potential to degrade the qualiD' or'the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wiidiife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop b.-iow self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal communi:y, reduce the number or restrict the range of a ."are or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of Caiifomia hbto.D' or ..., .rl.SlO~. bl Does the pro.ieee have impac~ that are indMdually iimited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project ar-- considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projec:s, the effects of other current pro. leers, and the effe:,..s of probable future projects)? c/ Does the project have en,.'ironmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either ~irectly or indire:tb ? polt.nHo/,t.... $ign~cant Impact ~.c'.',.: 3 httgat~on ]ttcorporaltot~ I.e.:.: St;.n.'.:'t: ].;?,SCl U ATTACHMENT a EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS WATER WELL SITE AT 170 PASADENA AVENUE PROJECT DESCRIPTION The proposed project includes acquisition of a vacant parcel at 170 Fasadena Avenu-: (AP. No. 401-543-01)for the purpose of constructing a new high capacity water well to improve water services throughout the City (Exhibit 1 - Conceptual Site Plan/Flocr Plan). A conceptual site plan and preliminary operational information provided by the City of Tustin Public Works Department was used for preparation of this document. A separate Initial Study may be prepared for construction and operation of the proposed facility when detailed construction drawings are available. The project site is bounded by residential properties to the south, a vacant parcel to th-: nodh, Pasadena Avenue to the east, and the Newport Freeway (SR-55) to the west. The property is zoned Public and Institutional (P&I). Operation of the we!l site would be within an enclosed facility designed to complement the residential char~-cter c~ the neighborhood. Based on preliminary information provided by the Ci'!y of Tustin Public . . ~,. DI Kh ,'.~ Works Department. the following features would be incorporated into the final , plans: -' o, .... ,.,-¢ v;ouid maintain a twenty (20) foot front yard setb~ -? .... : ....." '~,, ~,O~.=.~."=;.; W'.Z.'i · I Fie ~,, u~'-,,~ the adjscent residential prope~ies. A setting basin and an electrical transformer would be located t3 the rear of the building on the west side. Pumping equipment, electrical and chiori.~ation equipme:-,t, a standby generator, control monitoring equipment and a scrubber system would be located within the building. There are three existing mature trees on the site, one of which would be prese.~,ed on the south side of the building. Additional landscaping including trees, bushes and ground cover would be installed to enhance the appearance of the building to complement the residential area · A block wall at least six (6) feet in height would enclose the site on the west, north and south. The wall would be designed compatible with architecture of the building. AESTHETICS Item a though d - "Less Than Sionificant Impact with Mitioation In~o,"ao, ~-t~d. 'i-ne project includes acquisition of a vacant parcel for the purpose of constructing a small facility to enclose a well site. The structure enclosing the facility would be a one story building approximately 1,500 square feet in area. The building would be constructed and designed to complement existing houses within the neighborhood. The project site is located in the City of Tustin Cultural Resources Overlay District. A~achment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 2 The City has adopted Residential Design Guidelines for new construction as well as alterations or additions to existing structures within the District. These 9uide!ines would be used in design of the structure. The relative size, mass, material and finishes would be chosen to minimize impacts to the existing historic res3urces within the neighborhood. Lighting during construction would need to meet the minimum reouiremer, ts of Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), however lighting would be shielded from residential properties. Permanent lighting for the facility would be designed to appear residential in character. Sources: Tustin City Code Residential Design Guide!ines Tustin Historical Survey Conceptual Plan and Elevation Mitigation./Monitorin9 Required: · All discretionary approval for construction of the well site .~nd structures enclosing the equipment shall be obtained prior to iss".a.%e cf permits; · Parking for maintenance vehicles shall be located st the rear of th-: property with proper screening (i.e., landscaping, block wall) from the neighboring properties; · Design, style and construction of the facility shall complement the "":-~'~'2 structures within the neighborhood in mass, color and finish; · Exterior doors and windows shall be designed with residential features. Windows shall have interior window treatment; · The building shall maintain a twenty (20) foot front yard setback consistent with the adjacent Single Family (R-l) residential properties; · The facility shall be enhanced by sufficient and a variety of landscaping including, trees, bushes and groundcover to complement the residential character of the neighborhood; and, · Permanent lighting shall be designed to prevent spill and glare and be directed away from neighboring properties. The design and placement of the fixtures shall appear residential in character and complement the architectural style of the structure. 2. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES Items a through c - "No Impact": The project site is located on a vacant parcel within a developed urban area. The proposed acquisition of a vacant parcel for the purpose of constructing a well facility will have no impacts on any farm land, nor will the construction conflict with existing zoning for agricultu.ral use or a Wiliamson Act Attachment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 3 contract. The project will not involve any changes in the existing environme:',t ~-nd could not result in conversion of farmland to non-agricultural use. Sources: Tustin City Code Public Works Department Mitigation/Monitoring Required: None Required 3. AIR QUALITY Items a through e -"No Impact": The project involves acquisition of a va?_nt parco! for the purpose of constructing a water well facility with a gas chlorination svstem. The project does not have the capacity to conflict with or obstruct implementation of any applicable air plan. violate any air quality standard, result in a cumulative!y considerable increase of any cdteda pollutant as applicable by fedora! or a,m. b!snt ~ir quality s,an,~,d, nor will it expose sensitive receptors to substantia! ~, ii,rant concentrations, or create objectionable odor affecting a substantial number cf peopie. ~ne chlorination system would be .,onn .... d to a small generator powered fuel to provide standby power. The generator will only operate during e,,.-,e:~ancy situations. The chlorination room will be isolated with no open access and v,,il! be designed to contain any potential leaks. A chlorine scrubber will be constructed adjacent to the storage room to neutraiize and contain gas in the unlikely event of a leak. The proposed chlodne facilities will not result in creation of any health hazards or expose people to hazardous materials. Risks from a chlorine leak contained in the air tight building with a scrubber are very minimal. Any potential leakage would be contained within the confines of the project site. Grading activities for construction of the project will be conducted in compliance with the City of Tustin Grading Manual and the SCAQMD. Any potential impacts related to air quality will be reduced to a level of insignificance. Sources: South Coast Air Quality Management District Rules & Regulations City of Tustin Grading Manual Tustin City Code Public Works Department Mitigation/Monitoring Required: · Construction documents shall require contractor to ensure that the Attachment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 4 emergency generator and the scrubber system meet Ell SCAQMD requirements. The City shall incorporate regular watering as required by SCAQMD Rule 403 into construction requirements. Prior to installation of the chlorination facility, the Public Works Department shall obtain approval from the County of Orange Environmental Health Division and the Orange County Fire Authorit:y (OCFA). As part of the OCFA approval, a hazardous material and inventory disclosure form will be prepared including an emergency response/evacuation plan for the facility. The facility will be designed for detection and containment of any potential leakage. 4. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Items a throuah f - "No Impa,.t: The proposed project includes a:quis!tl3;-, of a vacant parcel for the purpose of constructing a water well facility.. ,'The project s:,te is located in an urban area with no unique, rare, or endangered scecies of plant or animal life identified in local or regional plans, policies or regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife S-:;'vice. Sources: Tustin City Code Public Works Department Field Observations Mitigation/Monitoring Required: None Required 5. CULTURAL RESOURCES Items a through c -"No Impact": The project includes acquisition of a vacant parce! for the purpose of constructing a water well facility site. The site is located in an urbanized area with no identified historical or archeological resources. Sources: Tustin City Code Public Works Department Field Observations Item b and d - "Less Than Significant Imoact with Mitiaation Incorporated": Construction of the water well would include excavation of a ten (10) inch test hole to a depth of approximately 1400 feet. After geological logging and water quality sampling, the test hole will be filled with gravel and sealed with bentonite. Construction of the well would include a (16) inch diameter boring to a depth of 1,400 feet. The excavation would be in accordance with the City's Grading requirements. Given the depth of excavation, archeological resources could be encountered. If archeological resources are discovered during excavation, they are Attachment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 5 to be handled in accordance with Section 15064.5 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Public Resources Code Section 21082. Mitigation/Monitoring Required: In case of an accidental discovery of historical or unique srcheologic=.l resources, an immediate evaluation by a qualified archeologist s.,---,I ~-'- executed. If the find is determined to be a unique, historical or archeological resource, appropriate protection and preservation measures shall be taken. 6. GEOLOGY AND SOILS Items a (i), (iv'), b, c. and e -"No Impact": The project site is not located in proximity to a known earthquake fault (Alquist-Priolo EaC~hquake Fault Zoning fvls.:,!. The project will not have substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, inju,-y or death because of proximity to a known earthquake fault, strong seismic ground shaking, landslides, unstable soil, or soils incapable of adequ.~te!y suppoc, in_3. th~ use of septic tanks or waste water disposal. Sources: Tustin General Plan Preliminary Seismic Map Mitiaation/Monitodng Required: None Required Items a (ii), a (iii), and c-"Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation": The project site is in proximity of an area that is designated as liquefaction zone in a Preliminary Map released on October 15, 1997 by State Department of Mining and Geology. Construction of the project will require preparation of a soils report and structural calculations for the proposed structures in accordance with the Uniform Building Code and other related codes. With adherence to accepted building practices, no impacts are anticipated. In addition, construction of the water well would include excavation of a ten (10) inch test hole to a depth of approximately 1400 feet. After geological logging and water quality sampling, the test hole will be filled with gravel and sealed with bentonite. Construction of the well would include a (16) inch diameter boring to a depth of 1,400 feet. To minimize the potential for a collapse or creating unstable soils, the excavation would be performed in accordance with the City's Grading requirements. Sources: Preliminary Seismic Map Uniform Building Code Tustin Grading Manual Attachment A - Evaluation of Environmenta! Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 6 Mitigation/Monitoring Required: Construction plans shall be prepared to ensure conformance with the requirements of the Uniform Building Code and all other ~-."._.,a~,c-,-.,~'; -~'"- state and local laws, regulations and requirements. HAZARD AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Items a, c through h -"No Impact": Acquisition of a vacant parcel for the purpose of constructing and operating a well faciiity does not have the capacity to cause significant hazards such as explosions, hazardous material spills, intederence with emergency response plans, or wildland fires, etc. The project is not located within an airport land use plan or in the vicinity of a private airstrip. Sources: Tustin City Code City of Tustin Public Works Department/ Water Services Division Orange County Fire Authority Orange County Health Care Agency Mitigation/Monitoring Reauired: None Required Item b -"Less than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation": Acc,.~!sition of a vacant parcel for the purpose of constructing and operating a well and chlorination system would include the use of chlorine. The chlorination system would have the capacity of 50 pounds each day with two 150 pound cylinders with ~,r~tly mounted vacuum regulator on each cylinder. The chlorination room would be isolated with no open access and will be designed to contain any potential leaks. A chlorine scrubber is provided to neutralize and contain gas in the unlikely event of a leak. The chlorination system would be connected to an emergency scrubber system that would act as a chlodne neutralizer and air remover to exhaust the flow of gas from the enclosed space through the system. Operation and maintenance of the scrubber system would be closely monitored and all operations would meet the Orange County Fire Authority requirements. The materials for construction of the scrubber are required to comply with all applicable federal, state and local ordinances. The proposed chlorination equipment would not result in creation of any health hazards or expose people to hazardous materials. Risks from a chlorine leak contained in the air tight building with a scrubber are very minimal. Any potential leakage would be contained within the confines of the project site. Sources: City of Tustin Public Works Department / Water Services Division County of Orange Environmental Health Division Attachment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 7 Mitigation/Monitoring Reauired: Prior to installation of the chlorination facility, the Public Wa¢ks Department shall obtain approval from the County of Oran_ce Environmental Health Division and the Orange County Fire Authod~, (OCFA) will be required. As part of the OCFA approval, a h.~z_~rdous material and inventory disclosure form shall be prepared including an emergency response/evacuation plan for the facility. The faciiity shall be designed to detect and contain any potential leakage. A Risk Management Plan with specific provisions regarding the procedures and responsible parties shall be prepared by the Public ~du~.~,~q and Works Department/Water Operations. Appropriate training of the Risk Management Plan shall be Dro'..'i_ied. to =,.-"..-~-_,~=, responsible in operation of the site. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY Items a throuoh j - "No Imcact": Acquisition of a vacant parcel '"--.,.,, ~'.n¢-' purpose c7' constructing and operating a well facility will not affect standing or moving bodiss of water. During drilling, water quality testing, construction and operation of tho well site all requirements of the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Elimination Discharge System (NPEDS) shall be adhered to. All drill cutting, rotary fiui~', and other by products are to be retained on site to be transported end dispos.~d in accordance with the applicable regulations. Sources: Tustin General Plan Field Observations Construction Plans and Specifications Mitigation/Monitoring Reauired: None Required Item b - "Less Than Significant Impact": A maximum of approximately 1,500 - 2,000 gallons per minute are expected to be withdrawn from groundwater. 'i'he water we!l will not have a significant impact in lowering the local ground water table level nor will it deplete ground water supplies or interfere with ground water recharge that would result in a net deficit in aquifer volume. Sources: Tustin General Plan Field Observations Construction Plans and Specifications Attachment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 8 M. itigation/M onitoring Required: Prior to construction of the well approval of the Oraage Coun~ \.¥~-te: District shall be obtained. Construction of the well site requires an approval ~-nd ame.qdment to the City's Water Supply Permit Number 04-89-001 issued by th-: State Department of Health Services (issued on February 1, 1989). 9. LAND USE AND PLANNING Items a throuoh c -"No Impact": The vacant parcel to be a~,~,,~ ~d is located within the Public/institutional General Plan land use designation and Public and Institutional (P&I) zoning district. Construction of a water we!l facility would require discretionary approval.from the City. ~ ne proposed project does not * .":' *' " Tustin General Plan, zoning ordinance and other applicable p.:..',icy or re2u..~tio~s applicable to the area. The project will not physically divide an estsbiished community nor conflict with any applicable habitat conservatior, Sources: Tustin General Plan Tustin Zoning Code Conceptual Plans Mitiaation/Monitoring Re(:]uired: · All discretionary approval shall be obtained pdor to issuance of building permits. 10. MINERAL RESOURCES Items a and b -"No Impact": The vacant parcel to be acquired was.previously used for residential purposes. Acquisition of the site and construction of a water well facility will not result in loss of a known mineral resource, or availability of a locally important mineral resource recovery site delineated on the Generzl Plan or other applicable land use maps. Sources: Tustin General Plan Mitiaation/Monitoring Reauired: None Required 11. NOISE Items a, and f- "No Impact": The vacant site to be acquired for the purpose of Attachment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 9 constructing a water well facility is located adjacent to a residential neighborhood and the SR-55 Freeway. Operation of the well site would be within an enclosed building that would be adequately insulated to minimize noise levels to outside. Th=_ maximum allowable noise level for residential districts is 55 dB for day time hours and 50 dB for 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. With adequate insulation, the facility will not expose persons or generate noise levels in excess of standards estsblished in the general plan, noise ordinance, or excessive groundborne vibraticns. The p;oje..:t is not located within an airport land use plan or vicinity of a private airstrip. Sources: Tustin City Code Tustin General Plan City of Tustin Public Works Department/ Water Services Division Mitigation/Monitorin9 Required: None Required Items b, c and d -"Less than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation": Drilling of the well would generate approximately 70 dB for 24 ho,Jrs a day durin2 construction. The drilling must proceed continuously to ke.~3 the excs'.:ate.:i boring oo'-',~ The contractor will include noise reducing me.-:su.."es to iin-.~it ':-- night time noise to 50 dB at night and 55 dB during the d~-y consistent w:,':.h the City's Noise Ordinance for residential districts. The proposed well site would add operational noise within the surro~:nding neighborhood. The facility has been designed to meet the standards cont=_.ined in the City of Tustin Noise Ordinance. Adequate insulation would be installed to ensure that any noise generated from the facility is less than 55 dB at the property line. The contractor for execution and operation of the project would be required to schedule deliveries to the site of equipment and or chemica!s during normal City working hours Monday through Friday to mitigate any potential noise impacts. Sources: Tustin City Code Tustin General Plan Cit~ of Tustin Public Works Department/ Water Services Division Mitigation/Monitoring Reauired: The construction documents and contracts shall require that all construction activities meet requirements of the Tustin Noise Ordinance. Adequate insulation would be installed to ensure that any noise generated from construction and operation of the facility is less than 55 A~,achment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 10 dB at the property line. 12. POPULATION AND HOUSING Items a, b, and c -"No Impact": Acquisition of a vacant parcel that is zoned "Public/institutional" for the purpose of constructing a water well f~-dlity does ns.t have the capacity to increase population in the area or displace existing h3usin2 or people. Sources: City of Tustin Public Works Department Water Services Division Mitioation/Monitoring Re(}uired: None Required 13. PUBLIC SERVICES Item a -" No Impact": Acquisition of a vacant parcel for the purpose of cons?usting a water well facility does not have the capacity to create sio;-,.fic~nt additional demand for or alteration of government facilities (fire and police p:otestion, scho.:,!s, parks, etc.). The City's Capital Improvement Program includes f"n'-'-ing res:u:ces for construction and operation of the facility. Sources: City of Tustin Public Works Department/ Water Services Division Mitigation/Monitoring Required: None Required 14. RECREATION Items a and b - "No Impact": Acquisition of a vacant parcel for the purpose of constructing a water well facility would not impact neighborhood parks or recreational facilities. Sources: Tustin City Code Tustin General Plan Mitigation/Monitoring Re(]uired: None Required 15. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC Items a through g- "No Impact": Acquisition of a vacant parcel for the purpose of constructing a water well facility will not significantly affect traffic in the project area. Attachment A,- Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 11 The well site would operate without on-site siaff. There may be 1-2 trips a day to and from the site for monitoring which would have a minimal impact on traffic in the area. The project will not result in a change in air traffic patterns, inadequate emergency access, inadequate parking capacity; nor will it exceed a I-:vel of service standards established by the county congestion management agency for designed roads or highways or conflict with adopted policies, plans or programs suppor'tdn9 alternative transportation. Sources: Tustin City Code Tustin General Plan Miti.r:ation/Monitoring Required: None Required 16. UTILTIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS Items a. c, d, e. f and g - "No Impact": No impacts to water treatment, wast-:w~-ter treatment, or solid waste disposal are anticipated in conjunction with the of a vacant parcel for the purpose of constructing a water well facility. Th-: st.~rm drain facilities have recently been constructed in the area, which will be suffic",~r,t to serve the proposed project. The proposed improvements will meet s.:i the requirements of the City's NPDES permit. Item b - "Less than Significant With Mitigation Incorporation": The prcFosed acquisition and water well construction will result in an increase of water supply sad reliability to the area, as well as improved water quality and pressure. The additional water supply will limit City's reliability in importing water. Sources: Tustin City Code Tustin General Plan City of Tustin Public Works Department/ Water Services Division Miti~oation/Monitofing Reauired: None Required 17. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE Items a, b and c - No Impact: The proposed project is construction of a well facility to improve water services throughout the City. The project design, At'tachment A - Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Pasadena Well Site Page 12 construction and operation will comply with the regulations of the City of Tustin, Air Quality Management District, Orange County Fire Authority, Orange County Water District, and State Department of Health Services which reduces any potential impacts related to geological problems, water quality, alr quality, health, hazards and noise to a level of insignificance. As such, the project does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment nor achieve sho.,-t,- term environmental goals to the disadvantage of the long-term. It does not have impacts that are individually limited but cumulatively considerable or that would cause substantial adverse impacts on human beings. Sources: Tustin City Code Orange County Fire Authority Orange County Water District State Department of Health Services Ma:ne~dec-pasadena weli.do,~ Exhibit- 1 Conceptual Site Plan and Floor Plan M'.-- SF771M Fl 11L I p 4 P-.TLCFElISnC %K 0 'f'A 5fl. r P A S AL' I I A AVE Z icy 1. PIKE I 14 tr rr- EXISIM MEErm. MG CIA ii PRVIECT lk PLKE FREE /wr GO TER PROlICT 14 f -LACE 7..7— PASADENA AVENUE ----- - bE ol 2i u 19 21 MIL7' 957 22 225 PASAD'--'IIA AVEE I 235 PAGAMP'NA AVE. I 71.1 Ni. 3-1111"OND S': strE PLAN SM1. f-0 Lu V)l 1 1 7 II I CITY OF PASADENA AVENUE WELL SITE PLAN WELL ROOM CL SCRUBBER ri r .... .. .. .. T�- ---------- A %M CHLORINE RE May 15 N-1 1; Collnumm DMIDN'.- AfECHAJIVIT'N. PLAN PASADENA W";—:LL F L 00il PLAIT 1 �,4 I -�keklwla� tr':�. • Jr,ti .�•; %/•fit.;. I� L3 ! E': L.;.i7',,[ !Cyy:�L 1 'f'='{.'.}• J.yzi v;:4 �•�yr f!._.�� } P'�"c !it 7 � •'E�; �s� i�7'vs jr+.,4..�: •.1'.fF�%��: i'J'-=iii �Sar���J �r �. ��. [J'!�i•�.w;• .:i ��� �c-`'rr•':�:.:^.. rid'•. its _ "�"-��_! - n;.r,•'•��.j; — -�1 �'..l. •N ��� •I.v•'Aa `.li.i ... Y'•J •.CtyiT '�L.,. _ RECEIVED •�' •-s.n..�-w =vim,• �1..[.-ra•.. �i - '•�: :er a::= ...• ;..:' 1r' wi Y�sral r..::e. Y .. ; ,�_:.,`; ':; ` -:..;.i MAY � J •;�:•' ,i:.�i. .•:.'::r:�. 1 .. 200 "fir •i :+'•�� �._-� .�. ., _ _•;�•; ,f.r: =yes•". Fit r=..- :.':� ;: `� '' ''�`�° al : - ... __ ._._..... CDN1I!IUIIITY DEVELD 1 PH �` � '' •.�� ��� ... DY EN i _ A7Nfl CITY OF TUSTIfI PASADENA AVENUE WELL SITE VIEW FROM PASADENA AVENUE ANI.) f. r_cOND STRE=ET Proposed Pasadena Avenue Well UD Proposed Pasadena Avenue Well y .4 -IY V .i T: �j�T"r�� =y 1.��r ' I 'yr/.r'i i r .,.• ,' �: Of A.AL. M3N Proposed Pasadena Avenue Well ATTACHMENT B Response to Comments Pasadena Well Facility Final Negative Declaration A comment letter (Exhibit 1) was received from Martin and Tina Blenz at 270 S. Pasadena dated June 27, 2000. The following responses are keyed to the numbered comments in the letter: 1.1 The height of the wall along the southern property line has not been determined at this time. The final design of the well facility will be determined during the discretionary review process. 1.2 The comment does not pertain to environmental impacts of the proposed project. However, the request will be considered during final design of the project. i.3 The potential impacts of construction have been identified in the draft Initial Study/Negative Declaration. There will be noise associated with the construction of the facility. Drilling of the well would generate approximately 70 dB for 24 hours a day during construction. The drilling must proceed continuously to keep the excavated boring open. With implementation of a mitigation measure, the contractor will be required to include noise reducing measures to limit the night time noise to 50 dB at night and 55 dB during the day consistent with the City's Noise Ordinance for residential districts. In addition, the operation of the well site would be within an enclosed building that would be adequately insulated to minimize noise levels to outside. The maximum allowable noise level for residential districts is 55 dB for da,,,' time hours and 50 dB for 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. With adequate insulation, the facility will not expose persons or generate noise levels in excess of standards. There will also be excavation and movement of dirt associated with the construction of the facility. With implementation of a mitigation measure, the contractor will be required to perform regular watering of the soil to reduce dust as required by SCAQMD Rule 403. No vibrations on adjacent properties are anticipated. A comment letter (Ex. hibit 2) was received from Department of Transportation District 12 dated June 29, 2000. The following are responses to the comments in the letter: 2.1 Comment noted. An Encroachmeni permit will be obtained if needed. .!..2 The potential ha?ardous and hydrology impacts associated with consu'uction and operation of the site have been identified in the draft Initial Study/Negative Declaration. The project would include a chlorination system isolated with no open access that v,511 be designed to contain any potential leaks. A chlorine scrubber will be constructed to neutralize and contain gas in the unlikely event of a leak. The proposed chlorine facilities will not result in creation of any health hazards or expose people to hazardous materials. Risks from a chlorine leak contained in the air tight building with a scrubber are veD' minimal. Any potential leakage would be contained within the confines of the project site. Grading activities for construction of thc project will be conducted in compliance with the City of Tuslin Grading Manual and thc SCAQMD. Mitigation measures are included to ensure that construction and operation of thc site is in accordance with all federal state and regional regulations. 2.3 Comment noted. Thus far, the construction drawings for the project have not been prepared. However, a block wall is proposed to be constructed at the perimeter of the project that would be .connected to the existing sound wall. Prior to construction an Encroachment Permit would be obtained. 2.4 The well site would be designed as a single story, structure compatible to the existing residential structures in location, mass and height. There would be no visual or physical disturbance to passing traffic. A comment letter (Exhibit 3) was received from California Regional Water Quality Control Board dated July 6, 2000. The following responses are keyed to the numbered comments in the letter: 3.1 Comment noted. The Regional Board's Storm Water Section will be contacted for compliance with any National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit that may be required. 3.2 Comment noted. The Regional Board's Planning Section will be contacted for compliance with Section 401 of the Clean Water Act, water quality certification for dredge and fill operations. 3.3 Comment noted. The Regional Board's Regulation Section will be contacted for a Waste Water Discharge (WDR) Requirements Permit for water discharge to land and or a National Pollutant Disch,irge Elimination System b'NPDES) permit for water discharge to surface water. 3.4 The landscape plans would be prepared for the discretionary approval of the project. At the minimum one fifteen (15) gallon tree and five (5) gallon shrubs for every thirty (30) lineal feet of property line in accordance with the City's Landscape and Irrigation Guidelines would be provided. 3.5 Landscaping would be provided in accordance with the State Water Conservation in Landscaping Act and the City's Landscape Guidelines that encourages use of drought tolerant vegetation. 3.6 Appropriate best management practices will be incorporated into project design and construction. 3.7 No construction equipment or maintenance such as fueling, or lubrication will be conducted in close proximity to a waterbody. No impacts are anticipated. 3.g No waster mmerials will be discharged into drainage areas, channels or streams. No impacts are anticipated. EXHIBIT-1 Comment letter from Martin and Tina Blenz Dated June 27, 2000 June 27, 2000 Martin & Tina Blenz 270S PasadenaAve Tustm, CA 92789 Home Pho,"~e (714)573--~3-30 Email TmaMart, y@aol corn Minoo Ashabi, Associate Plan_ncr City of Tustin Coxnmtmity Development Department 300 Centennial Way Tusfin, CA 92780 Subject: Future Water Well Site at 170 Pasadena Ave., Tustin, CA (CLP #6130) There are several issues we would like you to consider during the planning stages of the water well site. 1.) Our propen? is to the south of the proposed site. Our bedrooms are located on the northern side ofour home. We currently have an e!~'en foot soundwall to the rear of our properls' because of the freeway. We would like the wall you are planning to surround the site ~ith below the level of our bedroom windows so that our house maintains the small vista we currently have. And, our propert3.' doesn't appear surrounded by concrete. We currently have open space between hom~ on our side of Pasadena. 2.) We purchased our house in 1993 from Cai-Trans. We have contacted Cal-Trans regarding the property but they said city/county gets first bid. (s~'en years seems a little long). We would be interested in purchasing additional land to the north of our proper'q:' ff possible. 3.) We have currently endured a couple of months of hmx3' construction on Pasadena due to street improvements. We are hoping the construction is not to the same de~ regarding dirt, noise, vibrations etc. Your attention to these issues would ~ greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Tina Blenz Exhibit 1 EXHIBIT-2 Comment letter from Department of Transportation Dated June 29, 2000 STATE OF CALIFORN,A-- BUSINESS ~...rJD TRANSPORTATION AGENCY GRAY Dt.v DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT 12 3347 Michelson Drive Suile 100 Irvine, CA. 92612-0661 FAX AND MAIL June 29,2000 Mr. Minoo Ashabi City of Tustin Water Services 300 Centennial Way Tustin, CA 92780 RECEIVED · , .-': L, 3 w,,' i':...:d':'! ! .r~,.V,i? 7., ,..p, J~'~-', ..,.,,,. File: IGR/CEQA SCH#: 2000061008 Log #: 743 Subject: Pasadena Avenue Well Site Dear Mr. Ashabi, ']-hank you for the opportunity to review and 'comment on the above project. The project site abuts the SR-55 directly on the west where the projects side walls will come into contact with the SR-55 sound walls. The project consists of acquisition of land and construction of a water well facility housed in an approximately 1,500 square foot structure with residential appearance. A 10-inch diameter test hole will be sunk to 1400 feet initially, followed by drilling the actual well (16-inch diameter) also to a depth of 1400 feet. Caltrans District 12 status is a responsible agency on this project and has reviewed the IS/Negative Declaration dated June 1,2000 and has the following comments: · Any impact to Caltrans Right of Way will require an Encroachment Permit. · Any fugitive soils, water runoff/leakage, or toxic gases migrating onto the state transportation facility from this project will be the responsibility of the lead agency to contain and mitigate. We recognize that the lead agency intends to follow all of the requirements of the Clean Water Act as well as requirements under NPDES. · Connecting property walls to the existing sound wall will require an Encroachment Permit. Caltrans Design Unit can provide specifications for achieving this while preserving the existing sound wall. · Construction of this facility shall not create a visual or physical disturbance to passing traffic during peak traffic hours. Please continue to keep us informed of this project and other future developments, which could potentially impact our transportation facilities. If you have any questions or need to contact us, please do not hesitate to call Maureen El Harake at (949) 724-2086. :.cerely, . .-, ~ -' . '','{ I.~.' . Robert F. Jo~,eph, Chief Transportation Planning Branch B Cc: Terry Roberts, OPR Ron Helgeson, HDQRTRS Planning Mory Mohtashami, Permits Jack McVeigh, ROW Andrew Oshrin, D. esign EXHIBIT-3 Comment letter from California Regional Water Quality Control Board Dated July 6, 2000 California Regional Water Quality Control Board Santa Ana Region Winstt.,n 11. Ilickox In~:r,~-: Address ~::~..'.'w':^:.swr..b ca g;v ~.'.'qz~8 .~t'crctttr)'fi~r 3737 Mare .qtr.zcl. Smme 5fga. R:vcrssdc, Cahfom~a 925(}1-3348 £'nwronmcntttl Phone (909) 782-4130 - FAX (¢K)91 7gl-G298 Protcction Cr:.~ Dr, vis July 6, 2000 Minoo Ashabi Associate Planner City of Tustin, Water Services 300 Centennial Way Tustin, CA 92780 RECEIVED COMM;Jti W L3EVELOZ?,'E!¢ RESPONSE TO THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF THE PASADENA WELL FACILITY - 170 PASADENA AVE. (SCH #2000061008), CITY OF TUSTIN, ORANGE COUNTY Dear Minoo Ashabi: Staff of the Regional Water Quality Control Board, Santa Aha Region (RWQCB), have reviewed the Notice Of Completion for the above referenced project and have the following comments: RWQCB personnel have determined that this project may require coverage under the State Water Resources Control Board's General Construction Activities National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Storm Water Permit. Please contact Mark Smythe (909) 782-4998 with the Regional Board's Storm Water Section to further discuss your 'project. RWQCB personnel have determined that this project may require coverage under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act, water quality certification for dredge and fill operations. Please contact Kelly Schmoker (909) 782-4990 with the Regional Board's Planning Section to further discuss your project. This project may require dewatering during construction at the site and may require either a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit for the discharge of wastes to surface waters or a Waste Discharge Requirements (WDR) permit for the discharge of wastes to land, be obtained from the Regional Board. Gary Stewart (909) 782-4379 with the Regional Board's Regulation Section may be contacted to discuss your project. The project description mentions three existing mature trees on the site, of which one will be preserved. Mitigation addressing the displacement of the other two trees should be discussed. Native vegetation should be utilized in both replanting and hydroseeding operations. Appropriate best management practices (BMPs) should be developed and implemented during construction to control the discharge of pollutants, prevent sewage spills, and to avoid tracking of sediments into the streets, storm water conveyance channels, or waterways. Construction equipment should not be stored within any streambeds. Fueling, lubrication, and maintenance equipment should not be located within any streams or areas where contaminants could be washed into a waterbody. California Environmental Protection Agency ~X~ Reo~:led Paper Minoo/-£habi City of Tustin, Water Servi.ces - 2 - July 6. 2000 8. No waste material should be discharged to any drainage areas, channels or streams. Spoil sites should not be located within any streams or areas whe:e spoil material could be washed in a waterbody. If you have any questions, please call me at (909) 782-4468 or you may contact Stephanie M. Gasca at (909) 782-3221. Sincerely, Wanda Smith, Chief · ,~ ..... ,q~ Section Coas~lWaters cc: Scott, Morgan - State Clearinghouse California Environmental Protection AgenO' ~.~ Reo.cled Paper File No.: 12-ORA-55-PM 10.7 Parcel: DD072548-01-01 EXHIBIT "B" PURCHASE SALE AGREEMENT In this Agreement dated March 27, 2000 by and between the City of Tustin hereinafter known as BUYER and STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, hereinafter known as SELLER, the parties agree as follows: For the sum of FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS DOLLARS ($.50,000.00), BUYER hereby agrees to purchase and SELLER hereby agrees to sell the real property commonly known as: PASADENA AVENUE And legally described on Director's Deed No. DD 072548-01-01 Subject to the following conditions: All sales over $100,000.00 are made subject to the approval of the California Transportation Commission. II The Buyer and Seller hereby agree to the follovdng terms and conditions governing payment of the purchase price. Tendered vdth this agreement is a check in the amount of $ 5,000.00 representing a 10% deposit for the purchase of the above property. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid upon the recording of the Director's Deed. III The BUY-ER a~ees to pay any and all recording fees, documentary stamp tax and documentation fees chargeable by the County Recorder. The SELLER will request that these fees be forwarded and the Buyer shall submit to the Seller upon demand. If applicable, in the event the California Transportation Commission fails to approve this sale, all monies heretofore paid by the BUYER will be refunded. DD 072548-01-01 Page 2 of 2 It is expressly understood by the BUYER that the right, title and interest in the property to be conveyed shall not exceed that vested in the State of California and that no policy of title insurance will be furnished by the SELLER. Ifa policy of title insurance is desired, the SELLER will obtain one, upon request, at the BUYER'S expense. The property, is being conveyed subject to any special assessments, restrictions, rese~'ations, or easements of record and subject to any reservations contained in the Director's Deed. BUYER may examine any information the SELLER has relative to these matters. The SELLER is willing to process this sale at no charge to the BUYER, except as set forth in paragraph III above or the BUYER at his option may open an escrow at his own expense. No escrow fees will be paid by the SELLER. The BUYER agrees that the title to the propert3' being conveyed shall not pass until the Director's Deed has been recorded. The BUYER hereby agrees to the above terms and conditions of sale. (Buyer's Signature) ('Date) (Buyer's Signature) (Date) Please indicate exactly how title is' to be vested: 'Ihe te~ms and conditions of the above agreement are hereby accepted, subject to the approval of the California Transportation Cornmission, if applicable. Brenda Morrison, Chief DeparUnent of Transportation Right of Way Excess Land Sales RWPE: Written: RWS Checked: SN R.W. Smith (1-14-2000 Space above this line for Recorder's Use Map No. F 1619-1 DIRECTOR'S DEED & l~tsuict Ctxm~ Rou~ po~t ~ Number 12 Ora 55 10.7 DD 072548-01-01 The STATE OF CALIFORNIA, acting by and through its Director of Transportation, does hereby grant to all that real property in the- County of Orange, Tustin, State of California, described as: Those portions of Parcels 1, 2 and 3, as shown on a map filed in Book 144, page 17 of Parcel Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of Orange County, California; those portions of Lots 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 of Block B of Bundy's Addition to Tustin, Cal. as shown on a map recorded in Book 16, page 30 of Miscellaneous Records, in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, together with that portion of the North-half of Second Street in that certain Resolution and Order of Abandonment by the City of Tustin, a certified copy of which was recorded January 28, 1965 in Book 7395, page 170 of Official Records, in first said office; being portions of those parcels of land acquired by the State of'California by: (A.) Quitclaim Deed recorded March 25, 1994 as Document No. 94-0213420 of Official Records, in first said office (Parcel No. 72548-A); Page 1 of 5 MAIL TAX STATEMENTS TO: (B.) Deed recorded May 24, 1988 as Document No. 88-242248 of Official Records, in first said office (Parcel No. 72549); (C.) Deed recorded May 24, 1988 as Document No. 88-242249 of Official Records, in first said office (Parcel No. 72550); and (D.) Corrected Amended Final Order of Condemnation, filed in Superior Court Case No. 594702, in first said county, a certified copy of said final order being recorded July 6, 1994 as Document No. 94-0441401 of official Records, in first said office (Parcel No. 72551); said parcels (A.), (B.), (C.) and (D.) taken together as a whole, bounded westerly by the California State Department of Transportation Right of Way Line, described in part as follows: California State'DeDartment of Transportation RSqht of way Line Commencing at the intersection of the center line of Pasadena Avenue (60 feet wide) with the center line of Second Street (50 feet wide), as shown on first said map, thence along said center line of Pasadena Avenue, as said avenue is shown on second said map, North 0°32'09'' East, 254.04 feet; thence at right angles to last said center line, North 89°27'51'' West, 30.00 feet to the westerly line of said Pasadena Avenue, and the Point of Beginning of this line description; thence the following three courses: (1.) South 8~56'31'' West, 349.03 feet; thence (2.) South 14~41'41'' West, 40.11 feet to a point on a non- tangent curve, concave westerly, having a radius of 1556.00 feet, said curve being described in that deed from the State of California (Parcel No. DD 072900-01-01) recorded September 30, 1993 as Document No. 93-0664772 of Official Records, in first said office, said point being 7.83 feet southerly, measured along an arc of said curve, from the northerly terminus of said curve, a radial line of said curve to said point bears South 80"46'11'' East; thence (3.) southerly, along last said curve, through a central angle of 7°35'21'', an arc length of 206.10 feet to the southerly terminus of said curve. There shall be no abutter's rights of access appurtenant to the above described real property in and to the adjacent State freeway. Attached hereto and made a part thereof is a map entitled Exhibit "A". This map is for informational purposes only and is subordinate in all respects to the above description. (continued on next page) Page 2 of 5 DD 072548-01-01 (continued from previous page) This re~l property description has been prepared by me, or under my direction, in conformance with the Professional Land Surveyors Act. Robert W. Smith Licensed Land Surveyor No. 3158 Date: January 14, 2000 Page 3 of 5 /1 DD 072548-01-01 / / / / ABANDONED ..'"', .,' '""'-' .": .'7 , .' : ,'," I ~e ~.ll' /,.,,.,. / APPROX. 0.40' N'LY LINE OF THE S'LY 506' OF LOT I, TRACT NO. 457 ,LDO" ,/ Jm~. ,ml~. 0'I I I. ! A't6S I 30'j 30' I I SECOND STREET 2aJBB S.r SB2cJ $. ~. 4867 S. r 28 S.~', EXHIBIT This mod is for informational purposes only oncl is suborOinote in oll r'es;)ects to the attached description. ,Page 4 of 5 DD ~72548-01-01 ']"his convcv~-nce is e×~.~cute, d pursuant to th~ ~-uthor'itv ~,'~st,-,c:d in Ih~ D:~tor of Tr~-.';s.~.'~:".~-:~or~ 5', i~.',v ~d. in pa.rticu]~, by the Streets and Highw~.ys Code. WiTNF__,SS my hand and thc se.z] of the Dcpa.:'tm~nt of' T,"a. nspor~tion of the Stzt~ of this day of 19~ STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Director of Transportation By Attorney in Fact STATE OF CALIFORNIA CounW of Sacramento ,On th's the day of 19 ~, before me. personally aDpearad PERSONAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT Name, T~tle of Officer-E.G.. 'Jane Doe. Notary PuDhc' -- personally known to me -- ~rovecl to me on the bas,s of satisfactory evidence Name of S~gner tc De '.he person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that ~ he/she executed the same ,n ~ h~s/her authorized capacity, ar~ that by ~ h~slher signature on the instrument the person, or the entity upon behalf of which the person acted. exec;~ted the instrument. W;TNESS my hand and official seal. (Nc:ary Pubhc's s~gnature in eno for said Count"y and State) '.HIS IS TO CERTIFY That the Califorma Transl~ortatmn {~omm~ssion has authorized the Director of Transl~ortauon to execute the foregmng ~ead at ~ts meeting regularly called ann I~eiO on the day of .. 19 ~n the C;it¥ of Dated th~s day of .1 9 RWPE: R.W. Smith (rev. Written RWS Checked: SN DIRECTOR'S DEED (Quitclaim) 3-22-0' 0~pace above this line for Recorder's Use Map No. F 1619-1 12 Ora 55 10.7 DK 072548-01-01 The STATE OF CALIFORNIA, acting by and through its Director of Transportation, does hereby release and quitclaim to all right, title and interest in and to all that real property in the city of Tustin, County of Orange, State of California, described as: That portion of Lot 1 of 'Tract No. 457, as shown on a map filed in Book 31, page 48 of Miscellaneous Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said county, acquired by the State of California by Final Order of Condemnation, filed in Superior Court Case No. 592674, in said county, a certified copy of said final order being recorded October 29, 1993 as Document No. 93-0740991 of official Records, in said office (Parcel No.72548); bounded as follows: Bounded southerly by the northerly line of the southerly 506.00 feet of said Lot 1; Bounded northerly by the southerly line of Parcel 1, as shown on a map filed in Book 144, page 17 of Parcels Maps, in said office; and Page I of 4 TAX STATLMENTS TO: Bounded westerly by the California State Department of Transportation Right of Way Line, described in part as follows: California State DeDartment of Transportation Riqht of Way Line Commencing at the intersection of the center line of Pasadena Avenue (60 feet wide) with the center line of Second Street (50 feet wide), as shown on first said map, thence along said center line of Pasadena Avenue, as said avenue is shown on second said map, North 0°32'09'' East, 254.04 feet; thence at right angles to last said center line, North 89°27'51'' West, 30.00 feet to the westerly line of said Pasadena Avenue, and the Point of Beginning of this line description; thence the following three courses: (1.) South 8°56'31'' West, 349.03 feet; thence (2.) South 14°41'41'' West, 40.11 feet to a point on a non- tangent curve, concave westerly, having a radius of 1556.00 feet, said curve being described in that deed from the State of California (Parcel No. DD 072900-01-01) recorded September 30, 1993 as Document No. 93-0664772 of Official Records, in first said office, said point being 7.83 feet southerly, measured along an arc of said curve, from the northerly terminus of said curve, a radial line of said curve to said point bears South 80°46'11'' East; thence (3.) southerly, along last said curve, through a central angle of 7°35'21'', an arc length of 206.10 feet to the southerly terminus of said curve. There shall be no abutter's rights of access appurtenant to the above described real property in and to the adjacent State freeway. Attached hereto and made a part thereof is a map entitled Exhibit "A". This map is for informational purposes only and is subordinate in all respects to the above description. This real property description has been prepared by me, or under my direction, in conformance with the Professional Land Surveyors Act. Robert W. Smith Licensed Land Surveyor No. 3158 Date: March 22, 2000 / Page 2 of 4 DK 072548-01- 11111 STATE ~.~TAI.S ~CCESS RIGHTS N'LY LINE OF THE S'LY 506' OF LOT I. TRACT NO. 457 765 S.r SECOflD STREET ?.966 S.r 3829. s. r. ,$67 S. r EXHIBIT This mod is for informational purposes only and is subordinate in all respects to the attached description. Page 3 of 4 DK ~72548-0l-0l t ' Number ~ DK 0'~2---~-~--01-01 ~ Subject to special assessments if any, restrictions, reservations, and easements of record. This conveyance is executed pursuant to the authority vested in the Director of Transportation by law and, in particular, by the Streets and Highways Code. WITNESS my hand and the seal of the Department of Transportation of the State of California, this day of '; 9__ STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION APPROVED AS TO FORM AND PROCEDURE ATTORNEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Director of Transportation By Attomey in Fact STATE OF CALIFORNIA '~. SS County of Sacramento On this the day of 19 __, before me, personally appeared PERSONAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT Name, Title of Officer-E.G., "Jane Doe, Notary Public' Name of Signer ~ perscnally known to me ~ proved to me on the basis of satisfac,ory evidence to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that ~ he/she executed the same in his~her authorized capacity, and that by ~ hie/her signature on the instrument the person, or the entity upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. (Notary Public's signature in and for said County and State) (for notary ~ o~ stamp) Form RW 6-1 (S) (Revised 4/96) I (This space reserved for CTC CerUflca§on) City of Tustin RESOLUTION CERTIFICATION STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF ORANGE )SS CITY OF TUSTIN ) RESOLUTION NO. 00-51 I, PAMELA STOKER, City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, hereby certifies that the whole number of the members of the City Council of the City of Tustin is five; and that the above and foregoing Resolution No. 00- 51 was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 17th day of July, 2000, by the following vote: COUNCILMEMBER AYES: COUNCILMEMBER NOES: COUNCILMEMBER ABSTAINED: COUNCILMEMBER ABSENT: Wodey, Doyle, Potts, Saltarelli None None Thomas Pamela Stoker,/,~ty Clerk