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SUBJECT: Adoption of the Reporting Plan for the Bethel Island Area Final
Environmental Impact Report
SPECIFIC REQUEST(S) OR RECOMMENDATIONS) & BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDATIONS
Adopt the Reporting Plan for the Bethel Island Area Final Area
Environmental Impact Report, Exhibit A to this order.
FISCAL IMPACT
None
BACKGROUND/REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATIONS
The Bethel Island Specific Plan and Final Environmental Impact
Report were adopted by the Board of Supervisors on July 10, 1990
and as amended April 16, 1991. By adoption of the Final
Environmental Impact Report, Assembly Bill 3180, requires all state
and local agencies to establish reporting and monitoring programs
for projects approved by a public agency whenever approval involves
the adoption of environmental findings related to environmental
impact reports. The reporting and monitoring program is designed
to ensure compliance during the projects implementation.
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Contact: Debbie Drennan - 646-2031
Orig: Community Development Department ATTESTED September 8 , 1992
cc: via Community Development PHIL BATCHELOR, CLERK OF
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
COURTY ADMINISTRATOR
BY
DEPUTY
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REPORTING PLAN FOR THE BETHEL ISLAND AREA
FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
Prepared by:
Contra Costa County
Community Development Department
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REPORTING PLAN FOR THE BETHEL ISLAND AREA
FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
INTRODUCTION
On July 10, 1990, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors
adopted the Bethel Island Area General Plan Amendment ("General
Plan Amendment") , and the Bethel Island Area Specific Plan
("Specific Plan") , certified the Bethel Island Area Final
Environmental Impact Report ("Final EIR") and a Statement of
Findings and Overriding Considerations and Mitigation Monitoring
Program ("CEQA Findings") . On April 16, 1991 the Board amended and
re-adopted the Specific Plan and reaffirmed the certification of
the Final EIR and CEQA Findings to assure the Specific Plan's
consistency with the General Plan adopted on January 29, 1991.
This document constitutes the overall plan to implement the
mitigation measures adopted in the CEQA Findings ("Reporting Plan"
or "Plan") as required by the Mitigation Monitoring Program.
Mitigation Monitoring Programs are required as part of the
California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") under Public
Resources Code § 21081. 6. That section requires that a reporting
or a monitoring program be established to ensure that the
mitigation measures adopted to avoid or mitigate significant
environmental effects of a project as identified in the
environmental impact are implemented. The Mitigation Monitoring
Program adopted on July 10, 1990 and re-adopted on April 16, 1991
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in addition to this Reporting Plan, fulfills this requirement of
the law.
APPLICABILITY OF REPORTING PLAN
Any development, project or improvement application filed, or
deemed complete, for land in the Bethel Island Planning Area (that
area governed by the Specific Plan) , on or after July 10, 1990,
shall be the subject of this Reporting Plan. All mitigation
measures identified in this Plan may not apply to every
development, project or improvement. The characteristics of the
project or project site will likely dictate the applicability of
the measures. The criteria of the Specific Plan, Final EIR and
CEQA Findings may need be utilized in determining the
applicability of the measures. If the measures' application cannot
be determined by the project, project site or above-identified
documents, the Director of Community Development shall determine
the measure's applicability.
MONITORING AGENCY
As the lead agency on the Specific Plan and Final EIR, the
Community Development Department will act as the Monitoring Agency
of this Reporting Plan. As the Monitoring Agency, it is respon-
sible for ensuring full compliance with the provisions of this
Plan. The Community Development Department may delegate duties or
responsibilities for monitoring to other County designees or
departments, such as the Zoning Administrator or Department of
Public Works, and some monitoring responsibilities may be assumed
by other responsible agencies, such as the Bethel Island Municipal
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Improvement District (BIMID) . The Community Development Department
may delegate its monitoring duties to an outside consultant, the
cost to be borne by the applicant. The Community Development
Department, however, will have primary responsibility for
implementing this Plan.
FORMAT OF REPORTING PLAN
This Reporting Plan is structured to track each mitigation
measure adopted by the Board of Supervisors in the CEQA Findings.
Organization of this Plan is parallel to the organization of the
CEQA Findings. First, the Reporting Plan identifies, in summary
form, the mitigation measure to be implemented as adopted by the
Board. Each mitigation measure is numbered or referenced
consistent with the CEQA Findings. Second, the Reporting Plan
identifies the "Implementing Party" as the party and/or agency who
is responsible for, or will actively participate in, the
implementation of the mitigation measure. The County, as the
agency responsible for implementing the Specific Plan, will serve
as the implementing party on most, if not all, measures. It's
various departments will not, at times, be continually listed.
Third, the Reporting Plan identifies the "Timing" in the
development process for implementing the measure. Fourth, the
Reporting Plan describes the "Monitoring Action" as the action or
steps that will be taken to ensure that the mitigation measure is
properly implemented. Space is provided for comments or notations
by the Monitoring Agency or designated individual ("Monitor")
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regarding the status of the implementation of the mitigation
measure.
"TIMING" FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MITIGATION MEASURE
The "Timing" identified for the implementation of the
mitigation measure is the last stage in the development process
that the measure may be implemented. If a project or improvement
is subject to CEQA, the study and/or information required in the
mitigation measure may be required, at the discretion of the
Community Development Director, to be produced for and analyzed in
the CEQA documentation.
Many mitigation measures are required to be implemented "Prior
to project approval" (subject to an earlier time as discussed in
the above paragraph) . "Prior to project approval" is defined as
a condition which must be fulfilled prior to the approval of a
development project, entitlement, improvement, structure, variance,
permit or any other use for the purpose of development or improving
property.
REPORTING PROCEDURE
All the mitigation measures may not apply to every project
in the Bethel Island Planning Area. The measures were adopted as
part of the Specific Plan and apply to the entire Planning Area and
not necessarily every specific project.
A copy of this Plan shall be contained in every project file.
If a measure is not applicable to a specific project, it shall be
noted on the Reporting Plan by the Monitor. If a measure is
applicable, the Monitor shall identify (under the "Project Specific
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Requirements") how the specific project will comply with the
measure. The Monitor shall also verify and track all procedures
required for each applicable mitigation measure and ensure that the
timing for implementation specified is complied with, making any
specific comments or notations in the space provided. All
comments, notes, memoranda, studies or reports regarding mitigation
monitoring review shall be kept in the specific project files.
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A. GEOLOGY, SEISMICITY AND SOILS
Mitigation Measure A-1:
A site specific geotechnical exploration shall be performed
for each proposed development or improvement.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
Prior to approving any development or improvement, the
Community Development Department shall ensure that site
specific geotechnical explorations are conducted which
include, at a minimum:
a. Borings and test pits to characterize the subsurface
conditions of the site.
b. Test and studies to determine static and dynamic
engineering properties of the soils for the project.
C. Geologic investigation to determine earthquake
design parameters.
d. Foundation and construction recommendations
including methods to mitigate seismic hazards,
excessive total and differential settlements and
excessive seepage.
e. A report signed by a registered, professional
geotechnical engineer presenting findings, analyses
and recommendations.
The Monitor shall regularly inspect construction to ensure
compliance with these tests, studies, investigations and
reports as incorporated into the project plans. All reports
and memorandum regarding this review shall be kept in the
project file.
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Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures A-2 through A-5:
A-2, Seismic designs of levees, structures, and infra-
A-3 structure facilities shall be independently reviewed
to evaluate the adequacy of the design and for
compliance with acceptable Bethel Island Municipal
Improvement District (BIMID) and the Reclamation
District (RD-799) standards, geotechnical practices
and the Uniform Building Code where applicable.
A-4 New levee construction shall be inspected by a
registered geotechnical engineer and constructed in
such a manner as to meet U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers' (USACE) standards or equivalent.
A-5 A levee maintenance plan shall be developed and
shall include the responsibilities of the main-
taining entity, proposed maintenance schedule, and
activities to be carried out. The applicants shall
consult with BIMID and RD-799 for their review and
approval of the levee maintenance and repair
schedule.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, BIMID and/or RD-799 and USACE
Timiny:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department, in its review of
development plans, shall ensure that proposed development
conforms to the seismic requirements as specified above.
The Community Development Department and Project Applicant
shall coordinate with RD-799 and/or BIMID and USACE on new
levee construction. The Project Applicant in conjunction with
BIMID and/or RD-799 shall prepare a levee maintenance plan
consistent with Measure A-5.
All accepted recommendations or measures identified in the
required studies, reports, plans, shall be incorporated into
the development plans for each project, where applicable. The
designated Monitor will periodically inspect construction to
ensure compliance with all regulations, standards, and the
timing of the levee maintenance and repair schedule.
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Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and
dated by Monitor) :
A.
B
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments:
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measure A-6:
Additional development on-island shall be considered once a
financing mechanism is fully and completely assured for
improvements to the entire perimeter levee system, BIMID and
the USACE have approved the levee improvement plans and
subsidence impacts are adequately mitigated.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, USACE and BIMID
Timing:
A financing mechanism must be submitted concurrently with
project application.
Monitoring Action:
Prior to reviewing development plans for additional
development on-island, a financing mechanism for the levee
improvements must be prepared by the Project Applicant and
approved by the Community Development Department. The USACE
and BIMID must approve levee improvement plans. The Community
Development Department must ensure that the proposed
development adequately mitigates subsidence impacts.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and
dated by Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
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D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measure A-8:
A dewatering plan shall be submitted and approved by the
County prior to lowering of groundwater elevations. This plan
would include, among other items, adequate setbacks between
existing structures and proposed excavations. Dewatering
plans should also be referred to BIMID and RD-799 for comments
and recommendations.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, BIMID and RD-799
Timincl:
Prior to the issuance of a grading permit
Monitoring Action:
The Project Applicant shall prepare and submit dewatering
plans prepared by a licensed soils engineer to BIMID or RD-
799 for review and comments. All feasible recommendations by
the reclamation districts shall be incorporated into the
Project. The Community Development Department shall also
review the dewatering plan to ensure compliance with these
requirements.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
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D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments:
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measure A-9:
Prior to project approval and over the life of the
project, the safety of occupants and structures must be
guaranteed. The following are recommended to reduce
risks to an acceptable level: a) levees in major
subdivisions should be improved to USACE's urban
standards, and b) a minimum of 100 foot setback from the
centerline of the levees shall be observed by new
development.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, USACE, RD-799 and/or BIMID
Timing:
Prior to issuance of building permits
Monitoring Action:
The existing levee system may be upgraded or an internal
system constructed. The Community Development Department and
Project Applicant shall work with the USACE, BIMID and/or RD-
799, to ensure that levees are improved or built to
appropriate standards.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and
dated by Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
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D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures A-10 and A-11:
A-10 Densify existing soils in place using vibratory
probes or dynamic compaction. Alternatively,
liquefiable soils could be over-excavated and
replaced with compacted engineered fill. soils
subject to other types of seismic instability (slope
failures, cracking, lateral spreading, etc. ) also
may be removed and replaced with engineered fill if
they are located in critical locations for
structural support or water retention.
A-11 Where insitu compaction or over-excavation is not
feasible because of depth or proximity constraints,
it may be necessary to relocate proposed
developments to prevent damage to existing levees.
Pile support for some types of structures would also
be possible in this contingency. However, some
structures, such as dikes and levees could not be
pile supported (use of piles only applies to
building and similar framed or pipe, concrete or
steel structures) .
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
TimincT:
Prior to issuance of a grading permit
Monitoring Action:
Grading plans will reflect location and measures or method of
soils compaction or replacement to be used. Grading plans
will reflect use of pile support where necessary to prevent
damage to existing levees and dikes. The Public Works
Department shall review grading plans to ensure consistency
with these requirements. Project Applicants will relocate
development as necessary to protect dikes and levees. The
project site shall be inspected by the designated Monitor
during construction to ensure compliance with soil
specifications.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
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C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures A-12 and A-13:
A-12 Internal levees and sites for structures or
buildings shall be based on proper soils engineering
design and construction methods. These methods
should include a field investigation and laboratory
testing program, detailed analysis of stability and
design parameters for the earth structures,
selection of suitable low-organic content materials
for construction, and field control of moisture and
density during construction.
A-13 Vegetation on the internal levee shall follow
requirements for flood control levees. To mitigate
any effects resulting from a future rise in sea
level or ground subsidence, interior levees should
be designed so they can be raised in the future and
additional freeboard will be required for new
residential construction.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, BIMID and/or RD-799
Timing:
Prior to issuance of a grading permit
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department shall coordinate with the
appropriate reclamation district and if applicable, the USAGE,
to ensure the above requirements are met. Reports, tests,
studies, analyses, diagrams, drawings and all other
documentation regarding stability and design for earth
structures, selection of low-organic content materials for
construction, and field control of moisture and density shall
be submitted to the Community Development Department for
approval. The Community Development Department, the
appropriate reclamation district and the USACE (the latter if
required) shall review and approve all internal levee plans.
The Community Development Department shall review the
development plans to ensure they reflect levee capacity or
height and the additional freeboard needed to accommodate new
residential construction. The project site shall be inspected
during construction to ensure compliance with the above
measures.
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Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures A-14 and A-15:
A-14 Development shall avoid gas resources and extraction
facilities whenever possible. Where this is not
possible, incorporation of wells into the planned
development would be an acceptable element if
adequately addressed (e.g. , screening from view,
etc. )
A-15 Utilize alternate drilling sites outside of highly
developed areas and use angle-drilling techniques.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timin4:
All development plans shall reflect the location of gas
resources and extraction facilities and drilling sites.
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department shall review development
plans to determine if gas resources and extraction facilities
can be avoided. The use of exploratory drilling will be
encouraged on sites outside of highly developed areas using
angle-drilling techniques. Project construction will be
inspected for compliance.
Project specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures A-16 and A-17:
A-16, over-excavate weak, highly compressible organic
A-17 soils and replace with engineered fill prior to
construction of levees, structures or infrastructure
facilities. If over-excavation is not feasible
because of depth or proximity constraints, either
relocate proposed development or design for
excessive settlement. Pile support for some
structures may be possible.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
TimincT:
Prior to issuance of grading permit
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department, in conjunction with
Building Inspection, shall review grading and foundation plans
and determine that the above standards are met. Site
inspections shall be made to ensure work is performed in
compliance with the approved plans.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
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D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures A-18 through A-20:
A-18 BIMID and RD-799 shall raise exterior levees in the
event of a rise in sea level.
A-19 Engineering design for new levees shall include
additional freeboard of four feet. New development
shall achieve a minimum structural setback of 100
feet from the centerline of the levees unless
adequate substantiation for a reduction is approved
by BIMID or RD-799.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, RD-799 and/or BIMID
Timing:
Measure A-18 shall be implemented if and when there is a rise
in sea level substantiating the need to raise the levees.
Measure A-19 shall be made a condition of project approval,
where applicable.
Monitoring Action:
Consistent with Policy 3 .5.2 in the Specific Plan, exterior
levees may be raised in the event of a rise in sea level. The
Community Development Department shall review development
plans to determine compliance with the 100 foot setback
requirement. If the setback requirement is not reflected, the
Community Development Department shall require the Project
Applicant to obtain approval from the appropriate reclamation
district.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measure Recommended by BIMID and RD-799 Replacing A-21
as stated in the Final EIR:
Geotechnical reports for all grading projects shall require
peer review and approval by a geotechnical engineer acting on
behalf of the local reclamation district. The costs of review
shall be borne by the project applicant.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, RD-799 and/or BIMID
Timing:
Prior to issuance of a grading permit
Monitoring Action:
The local reclamation district shall, at the expense of the
Project Applicant, engage the services of a geotechnical
engineer to review and ultimately approve geotechnical reports
submitted by the applicant. Recommendations of the
geotechnical engineer shall be incorporated into the
development plans and design where feasible. All reports,
reviews, and memoranda shall be kept in the project file.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
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D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments:
Monitors Name: signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures A-23 and A-24:
A-23, Densify liquefiable soils by vibration or dynamic
A-24 compaction. Use of these techniques shall be
limited to locations not directly adjacent to
existing structures or levees. The use of alternate
foundation types shall also be considered. If risks
of liquefaction cannot be eliminated, consider
relocating the new facility or structure.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to issuance of a grading permit
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department in conjunction with
Building Inspection shall review development plans to
determine compliance with the above measure.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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B. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
Mitigation Measures B-3 through B-6, B-12 and the Measure
Recommended by BIMID and RD-799 (B-6a)
B-3, The County shall not allow non-conforming uses
B-12 within levee setback areas and will assist in
eliminating encroachments.
B-4 The County shall request BIMID and RD-799 to raise
exterior levees if sea levels rise. (Same as A-
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B-5 Prior to approval of projects in flood hazard areas,
emergency evacuation plans shall be prepared.
B-6 The County shall revise its ordinance code to allow
the discharge of storm run-off, including
groundwater, to open channels and request RD-799 and
BIMID to assume maintenance responsibility for open
channel drainage facilities.
B-6a Permit fees shall be waived for parcels where
a non-conforming house is removed from within the
levee setback area and a new conforming house is
constructed.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Project Applicant shall work with the appropriate
reclamation district to prepare an emergency evacuation plan.
This plan shall be deemed adequate by the reclamation district
prior to project approval. The Community Development
Department shall review development plans to determine
compliance with setback requirements and it, along with all
special districts, shall waive permit fees as required above.
The Specific Plan already authorizes exterior levees to be
raised in the event of a rise in sea level. The County's
Zoning code will be revised consistent with B-6.
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Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measure B-8:
The County shall request BIMID and RD-799 to develop a levee
maintenance master plan for the Planning Area.
Implementing Party:
BIMID and/or RD-799
Timing:
Prior to approval of any project subject to the Specific Plan
in the Planning Area.
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department shall request BIMID and
RD-799 to develop a levee maintenance master plan.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures B-9 and B-10:
B-9 Structures shall be constructed in compliance with
FEMA standards, unless protected by a certified
levee system.
B-10 Development shall be conditioned, or the County code
modified, to require new developments to provide
levee structure setbacks to allow for improvements
and reflect BIMID and RD-799 standards and crestal
elevation.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department shall review development
plans to ensure compliance with FEMA standards unless the
development is protected by a certified levee system. The
County will condition projects to permit levees to be raised
an additional four feet. Development plans shall reflect
compliance with levee structure setbacks in compliance with
specified standards. The project site shall be inspected
during construction to ensure compliance with levee
mitigation.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures B-13 and B-14:
B-13 Landscaping of levee slopes shall be reviewed by
BIMID and/or RD-799.
B-14 New levee roads shall be constructed as all-weather
or paved roads with at least a 20 foot road width
or a 16 foot road width with turnouts. The new
roads shall provide good access from the levee road
to the off-island roadway system to facilitate
emergency access.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, RD-799 and/or BIMID
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Project Applicant shall submit its landscaping proposals
for levee slopes to the appropriate reclamation district for
review and comment. The Community Development Department in
conjunction with the Department of Public Works shall review
all plans for new levee roads to ensure compliance with
Measure B-14 .
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Mitigation Measure B-15:
The County shall request that the appropriate entity with
jurisdiction and responsibility for Frank's Tract levees
re-establish and improve the levee system to protect the
northeasterly Bethel Island levees from additional wave
action.
Implementing Party:
County
Timinv:
On-going
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department shall take the necessary
measures to ensure that RD-799 is requested to improve Frank's
Tract levees.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
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D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
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Mitigation Measure B-16:
Parallel levees and/or levee surrounded cul-de-sacs adjacent
to sloughs shall not be constructed where the risk of rapidly
rising water due to levee overtopping or rupture would
threaten lives.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
On-going
Monitoring Action:
The County shall not approve any construction of levees where
there is a risk of rising water from levee overtopping or
rupture that could endanger lives.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Comments:
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures B-17 and B-18:
B-17 Existing drainage facilities shall be protected from
construction-related impacts.
B-18 Erosion control plans and dust mitigation shall be
required as a condition of project approval.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Drainage facilities shall be identified on all development
plans. In addition, the above Measures shall be implemented
prior to project approval and during project construction.
Monitoring Action:
Development plans shall include provisions to protect existing
drainage facilities from construction impacts. Erosion
control and dust mitigation plans shall be submitted to the
County for review prior to project approval.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
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C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Mitigation Measures B-19 through B-21:
B-19, The County Ordinance Code shall be revised or
B-21 conditions shall be placed on developers to require
developments in the vicinity of levees to provide
structure setbacks for levee modifications which
would allow for raising the levees to reflect a 4-
foot rise in sea level due to the greenhouse effect
in addition to anticipated subsidence.
B-20 The County shall use the most current information
for the 100-year flood level as provided by FEMA to
determine the required flood protection elevations.
Future revisions to this level (which can be a
result of several hydrologic and hydraulic effects)
will be considered for incorporation in the
determination of future flood protection facility
elevations and elevation of structures for flood
protection.
Implementing Party:
County
Timing:
B-19 and B-21 shall occur prior to project approval; B-20
shall be on-going.
Monitoring Action:
The County shall require all developments near levees to
provide structure setbacks for levee modifications. The
County shall determine flood protection elevations using FEMA
standards and condition project approvals to assure
compliance.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
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Mitigation Measures B-22 through B-27:
B-22 Drainage of major roadways and all facilities
constructed at existing grade shall be conveyed in
a ditch system, such as presently exists. Lake
development areas, constructed at new, elevated
grades, will be drained by a pipe system discharging
by gravity flow to a lake, drainage canal or slough.
B-23 New developments shall modify the existing drainage
and pumping system and add to, realign or improve
these drainage facilities to provide adequate
drainage infrastructure to support new development.
B-24 The County will encourage on-island storm water
retention along the spine of the main canal.
B-25 The County will review drainage plans and require
that the effects of the new drainage system on
existing drainage systems be mitigated.
B-26 The County shall require developers of lake
facilities to analyze the potential use of the lake
as a peak flow detention basin. If the County
determines that the use of the lake as a detention
basin is feasible and would not significantly affect
water quality, they shall require the developer to
construct the lake as a detention basin.
B-27 The County shall require developers to use gravity
drainage facilities where increased elevation of the
site permits in order to decrease pumping
requirements.
Implementing PartX:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Public Works Department, in its review of the drainage and
maintenance plans for development projects, shall determine
that the plans incorporate the proper drainage systems and
the other appropriate measures as described above. The
project site shall be periodically inspected to ensure that
grading and drainage improvements conform to the approved
plans.
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Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Mitigation Measures B-28 and B-29:
B-28 Developers shall locate pumping facility discharge
points for storm drainage facilities in areas where
positive impacts to lake water quality can be
achieved and/or where pumping efficiency can be
maximized.
B-29 Storm drainage facilities for new lake housing areas
constructed at elevated grades shall be by a gravity
pipe system discharging to a lake, slough or
publicly maintained drainage system.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
Development plans shall indicate the location of proposed
pumping facility discharge points for storm drainage
facilities. These locations shall be approved by the Public
Works Department. The Public Works Department shall also
review development plans to ensure that they provide a gravity
pipe system discharging water to a lake, slough or publicly
maintained drainage system shall be used where feasible.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Mitigation Measures B-30, B-31 and B-41:
B-30 New developments shall produce a drainage analysis
for watershed areas and develop a system to convey
flows to an acceptable point of discharge where
BIMID or RD-799 will accept the flow.
B-31, Developers must prepare a lake and open channel
B-41 drainage facilities operation and maintenance plan.
The plan shall consider the feasibility of
preventing undesirable growth of aquatic plants and
organisms and the use of various methods of hand
and/or mechanical harvesting and chemical controls
for maintenance.
implementing Party:
Project Applicant, RD-799, BIMID and the County Flood Control
and Water Conservation District.
TimincT:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Project Applicant shall submit a drainage analysis for all
new development to the Public Works Department for its review
and approval. In addition, Project Applicant shall submit the
specified lake and open channel drainage facilities operation
and maintenance plan to Public Works for review and approval.
The operation and maintenance report shall consider the
following:
Feasibility of preventing undesirable growth of aquatic plants
and organisms.
E. Increased hydraulic flushing.
F. Aeration of the lakes with floating aerators and/or
by pumping air to the bottom of the lakes to improve
circulation, reduce objectionable odors, and to
prevent thermal stratification.
G. Use of various methods of hand and/or mechanical
harvesting and chemical controls for maintenance
(such as algaecides per manufacturers directions to
control specific species of phytoplankton) . Effects
on non-target species should be analyzed.
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H. Early control of macrohpytes and prevention of
blooms which may require more extensive treatment
if allowed to grow for a longer time.
I. Provision of a means to trap or divert polluted
flows around lakes. Use a grease trap for inlet
lines carrying runoff from roads and parking areas.
J. Design of the inlets to the on-site storm drain
system to convey some amount of the low flows
directly to drainage ditches that bypass the lake.
These flows are usually heavy in nutrients, oil and
litter.
To assure that the system will provide adequate flood control
and drainage systems, the County shall require and assure that
all new conveyances are constructed to meet the criteria of
the County Flood Control and Water Conservation District,
BIMID and RD-799.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Mitigation Measures B-32 and B-33:
B-32 Storm drainage facilities for public roads shall be
located within storm drainage maintenance easements.
B-33 Developers shall provide an emergency power supply
for their own project for all pumps removing storm
water from the Planning Area and discharging the
water to adjacent sloughs.
implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
In its review of development plans, the Community Development
Department and Public Works Department shall confirm that the
above requirements are followed.
Project Spgcific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Comments•
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Mitigation Measures B-34 through B-37 and B-39:
Developers shall utilize dust control measures, provide and
implement erosion control plans, dispose of dredged materials
in acceptable disposal sites, and construct and design
oversized culverts to reduce maintenance in storm drainage
facilities.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
The Project Applicant shall demonstrate how the above measures
will be implemented prior to receiving a grading permit.
Monitoring Action:
The Project Applicant shall prepare and the County shall
approve a detailed dust and erosion control plan prior to the
commencement of grading activities. In addition, the Project
Applicant shall specify its method of disposing of dredged
materials. The Public Works Department shall review
construction plans to determine if the appropriate sized
culverts are provided. The project site shall be inspected
during construction to ensure compliance.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
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C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
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Mitigation Measures B-38, B-40 and B-42:
B-38 Developers shall divert storm water runoff away from
Rock Slough to minimize contamination of water
quality.
B-40 Developers shall install sediment traps where
feasible. Prior to construction, plans should be
reviewed by BIMID, RD-799 and the Mosquito Abatement
District.
B-42 The County shall consider mosquito reduction
criteria for lake development.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, BIMID, RD-799 and the Mosquito Abatement
District.
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department, in cooperation with the
Public Works Department, shall ensure that development plans
adequately propose to divert storm water runoff away from Rock
Slough, and identify sediment traps where feasible. Prior to
project construction, BIMID, RD-799 and the Mosquito Abatement
District shall review construction plans. The Community
Development Department shall require, when appropriate, the
following criteria for mosquito reduction for lake
developments:
a. Minimize shoreline vegetation conducive to mosquito
breeding.
b. Stocking lakes with mosquito fish.
C. Provisions to regularly draw down water levels to
inhibit mosquito larvae.
d. An implementation plan for removing dead algae,
vegetation and debris.
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Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
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C. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Mitigation Measures C-1 through C-6 and the Measure Recommended by
Mt. Diablo Audubon Society (C-6aj:
C-1 Each project which impacts wildlife and/or wildlife
habitat areas will develop a Wetlands Mitigation
Plan, utilizing opportunities available for
mitigation, incorporating the results of a Habitat
Evaluation Study where required and incorporate
natural preserve areas where appropriate. If the
Mitigation Plan proposes to create wetlands or
habitat for special interests species, then it shall
contain a monitoring component. The success of the
mitigation should be evaluated after a monitoring
period of three to five years. If the original
mitigation is unsuccessful, then additional
mitigation will be required such that any impacts
is negated.
C-2, Set aside preserves and wildlife refuges to protect
C-3 rare plant communities and wildlife refuge. These
preserves or refuges shall be sufficiently buffered
from human disturbance and transferred to a public
agency for protection and maintenance.
C-4 Site-specific surveys for sensitive species
potentially present as identified shall be conducted
for each development proposal.
C-5 All proposed project activity shall avoid seasonal
and permanent wetlands, woody riparian, and tidal
areas because of their high value to wildlife. When
impacts cannot be avoided, all proposed development
shall replace wetland values or acres lost due to
development. Appropriate mitigation measures shall
be identified in advance by using information gained
from studies (such as the Habitat Evaluation Survey
study) . This must assure that adequate amount and
quantity can be replaced or enhanced to response to
loss of wetlands on project sites. To minimize or
avoid impacts to sensitive habitats, houses and
other buildings shall be clustered when appropriate.
Initial wetland surveys may be necessary for
projects proposed in the Planning Area. Wetlands
should be delineated in accordance with the
applicable Unified Federal Method. This wetlands
delineation effort should be coordinated and
developed in cooperation with the USACE, the U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service, and the California
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Department of Fish and Game (CDFG) . To promote the
County's policy to protect wetland resources, and
the CDFG's policy of "no net loss of wetlands," all
proposed development shall result in no net loss of
wetlands, or offer means of replacing wetlands
affected by the proposed development.
C-6 Opportunities for improving aquatic and fishing
resources shall be addressed in the environmental
review of specific water-related projects. An
inventory of plant, fish and wildlife resources in
the vicinity of any proposed marina including
potential routes of boats to and from the marina
shall be completed prior to project approval.
Dredging to connect the marina basin and the river
shall be done to minimize impact on fishery
resources and to minimize sediment generation.
C-6a For any proposed wetland mitigation areas, the
applicant shall submit a management plan and
guarantee the maintenance and survival of plants for
five years. The plants shall be subject to review
and approval of County, after review by the USACE
and CDFG.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, USACE, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services,
and CDFG.
Timincr:
C-1, C-4, C-5, C-6, and C-6a prior to project approval; C-2
and C-3 are contained in the Specific Plan.
Monitoring Action:
A wetland delineation shall be submitted along with project
applications. This delineation shall be prepared in
accordance with the applicable Unified Federal Method. If the
project will impact wetlands, a wetlands mitigation plan must
be submitted and approved prior to project approval. This
plan shall comply with Mitigation Measures C-1, C-5 and C-
6a. The County is in the process of preparing a wetland
protection/mitigation ordinance and development in the area
should be consistent with that ordinance.
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Consistent with Measures C-2 and C-3, the Specific Plan
provides open space areas which shall serve as wetland
mitigation, riparian use and rare plant preserve areas. The
Community Development shall assure that all development plans
are consistent with this criteria in the Specific Plan.
The Project Applicant shall submit a report from a qualified
botanist and/or biologist setting forth findings from the
survey for sensitive species as required by Mitigation Measure
C-4 . The survey should be conducted at the time of the year
the potential plant and animal species as identified in the
EIR can be expected to be present.
The County shall require project applicants to obtain use
permits for any marina or waterfront facility. Additional
environmental review will be required so that the
environmental impacts of such a facility at the specific
location could be fully analyzed, especially with respect to
aquatic resources as contemplated by Mitigation Measure C-6.
All projects shall be periodically inspected by the County
throughout the construction of the project to verify and
ensure compliance with the wetland mitigation and management
plans and the other measures as identified above. All
memoranda shall be kept in the project file.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
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C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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D. LAND USE
Mitigation Measures D-1. D-2 and the Measure Recommended by the
State Lands Commission (D-2a) :
D-1 The County shall evaluate development plans against
criteria established in the Specific Plan to
maximize compatibility of adjacent land uses through
noise and light buffers, circulation routes,
landscaping and channel width for boating safety.
D-2 Development shall comply with the wetland policy
contained the Specific Plan which requires a no net
loss in either quantity or value of permanent or
seasonal wetlands.
D-2a After filing with the County, all development
applications shall be submitted directly to the
State Lands Commission (SLC) . The SLC shall timely
review all development applications to determine the
extent, if any, of publicly owned lands and whether
the applications are consistent with the SLC
policies and to establish a long-term leasing
agreement between the applicant and the SLC, if
necessary.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
TimincT:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department shall review all
development plans to ensure that the proposed development is
consist with the development standards contained in the
Specific Plan. Development plans and their attachments,
especially the project specific wetland mitigation plan, shall
be reviewed to determine compliance with the wetland policies
and standards contained in this document and the Specific
Plan. After receiving and filing a development application,
the County shall forward it to the SLC for review. If the SLC
does not claim a public ownership interest in the project site
within 45 days from the date the County sends the application
to the SLC, the County may assume no such interest exists.
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Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
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E. AGRICULTURE
Mitigation Measure E-1, E-2. E-4 and E-5:
E-1 Encourage agricultural land owners to preserve such
lands through Williamson Contracts or Farmland
Trusts.
E-2 Encourage agricultural uses in locations which
buffer wetlands.
E-4 Cluster residential development to the maximum
extent feasible on agriculturally designated lands.
E-5 Provide for the subdivision of agricultural land to
an extent compatible with surrounding land uses.
Implementing Party:
County
Timing:
Prior to project approval and on-going
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department, in its review of the
development plans, shall determine that the plans incorporate
the measures as described above. The County shall continue
to encourage owners of agriculturally designated lands to
preserve the remaining portions of their land through the
establishment of Williamson Act Contracts or Farmland Trusts.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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F. VISUAL QUALITY
Mitigation Measures F-1 through F-4:
F-1, Landscape and design guidelines in the Specific
Plan as identified to buffer F-3 views between
residential and commercial development and
along roadways shall be followed. Residential
development shall be clustered to reduce visual
impact, preserving the open and rural visual
appearance.
F-2 The Specific Plan design guidelines shall be
incorporated into the projects to promote the
transition between exiting housing and new
development.
F-4 The Specific Plan's landscaping features shall be
incorporated between roadways and residential
clusters on agricultural lands.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Design and landscape plans shall be submitted and approved by
the Zoning Administrator.
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department, in its review of design
and landscape plans, shall determine compliance with the
standards identified above.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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G. CULTURAL RESOURCES
Mitigation Measure G-1:
If archaeological or cultural resources are uncovered during
project construction the project applicant shall follow the
following procedures:
a. The sensitivity map presented in Chavez and Desgrand
Champ (1984) shall serve as a guide in developing
archeological survey strategies. It is recommended that
project site specific field studies be conducted consisting
of ymixed strategy reconnaissance" be employed using only
experienced field personnel.
b. High sensitivity areas should utilize smaller transect
grids during surface reconnaissance.
C. Detailed anthropological research and archaeological
testing will likely be required to fully determine the
significance of cultural sites.
d. Archaeological investigations should be coordinated with
Native American Community.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to completion of construction and/or grading
Monitoring Action:
If archaeological or cultural resources are uncovered during
construction or grading, development activity shall
immediately cease and the site shall be tested, studied, and
surveyed using the above procedures. All studies, reports,
tests and investigations shall be kept in the project file.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Mitigation Measure G-2:
Development plans shall preserve cultural resources in their
present condition by avoiding the site locations.
Significant cultural sites could be covered with a protective
fill and be designated as an open space area.
Development shall be designed in such a manner so that
archaeological sites can be covered with an adequate amount
of fill so that utility trenching, grading, landscaping or
other work could occur without disturbing cultural deposits.
Property owners will be informed of significant archeological
deposits and post-construction subsurface activities will be
subject to archeological review.
Implement a data recovery program through archaeological
excavation.
If archaeological resources are uncovered on a specific
project site, Native American representatives and
archaeologists shall monitor all subsurface activities to
property mitigate all burial discoveries during project
construction.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timinc7:
Prior to issuance of a grading permit
Monitoring Action:
Development project sites shall be initially studied and
inspected for cultural resources. The County shall list and
record all data relating to cultural resources that appear
during grading and construction on the development sites.
The Community Development Department shall review all
development plans to determine if and ensure that the above
measures are followed. The Monitor shall inspect
construction to ensure compliance with the above measures.
All inspections and reports shall be placed in the project
file.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
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B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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H. TRAFFIC AND CIRCULATION
Mitigation Measures:
Construct Cypress Road west of Bethel Island Road, as a four-
lane divided roadway.
Reconstruct the Bethel Island Bridge with two travel lanes
and a separate bicycle and pedestrian path.
Construct the Laurel Road-Cypress Road connection as
a two-lane roadway within a four-lane right-of-way with a
grade separation at the crossing of the AT/SP railroad
tracks.
Extend Bethel Island Road to Rock Slough as a two-lane
roadway within a four-lane right-of-way.
Extend and upgrade Laurel Road to four lanes between SR-4 and
the Delta Expressway. Construct a partial cloverleaf
interchange at Laurel Road/Delta Expressway.
Require rights-of-way for an ultimate four-lane width on
Bethel Island Road, Laurel Road and Cypress Road.
Convert the two T-intersections of Bethel Island Road/Stone
Road and Bethel Island Road/Taylor Road as a single four-
lane approach intersection or as an alternative keep the
present alignment of the two T-intersections of Bethel Island
Road/Stone Road/and Bethel Island Road/Taylor Road and modify
the timing of the proposed traffic signal. Prior to
implementation, an operational analysis of each alternative
should be conducted to determine which mitigation measure
maintains the level of service standards more efficiently.
Establish a regional traffic mitigation fee.
Continue implementing Measure "C" (Contra Costa County
Transportation Improvement and Growth Management Program) .
Adopt and implement a Transportation Systems Management (TSM)
ordinance.
Utilize revenues generated by the gasoline tax increase.
Implement the County's jobs/housing balance requirement
contained in the General Plan.
Install guardrails along roadways adjacent to drainage
ditches or levees.
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Provide Park-n-Ride lots at one or more locations in the
Planning Area.
Prior to the development of specific parcels and the
upgrading and/or construction of specific levees and
roadways, develop measures to reduce construction traffic
impacts.
Implementing Party:
Public Works
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Department of Public Works and the Community Development
Department shall, in its review of development plans, ensure
that the roadway improvements have been provided for. The
roadway improvements shall be financed and/or installed
according to the Financing Plan contained in the Specific
Plan.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
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C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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I. AIR QUALITY
Mitigation Measures I-1 through I-3:
I-1 Integrate transportation control measures (TCM's)
and transit improvements into a comprehensive
Bethel Island Transportation System Management
(TSM) program.
I-2 Require a portion of each major subdivision to
provide units and/or features that might appeal to
retired persons.
I-3 Development plans and designs shall include:
a. Dust control measures during construction to
minimize the lofting potential of soils;
b. Phase construction so that new construction is
downwind from finished sites;
C. Route construction vehicles to prevent queuing
near pollution-sensitive receptors;
d. Provide bus island sites for expansion of bus
transportation; and
e. Insure safe pedestrian and bicycle linkage from
residential to commercial sites.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timinv:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
TCM's shall be incorporated into major subdivisions as a
condition of project approval. The Community Development
Department, in its review of major subdivision maps, shall
confirm that a portion of the project contains units and/or
features that might appeal to the retired person (e.g. ,
smaller units, one-story living areas, shuttles to shopping) .
Measures to mitigate construction impacts as listed in I-3
shall be imposed as a condition of project approval.
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Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments:
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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J. NOISE
Mitigation Measure J-1 through J-4:
J-1 All heavy construction activities should be limited
to the hours of 7: 00 a.m. to 7: 00 p.m. on weekdays.
No weekend outdoor construction is allowed. More
stringent noise mitigation measures may be required
as a condition of approval for a specific project.
J-2 The operation of machines, mechanism devices or
contrivances with a noise level greater than 95 dB
within 50 feet of the observer is prohibited.
J-3 Measures to reduce single passenger automobile
trips should be actively pursued.
J-4 Development projects fronting heavily traveled
roadways shall provide acoustical barriers through
landscaped berms, barrier walls, or extra set-back
along sensitive receptor sites on heavily travelled
roadways.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Measures J-1, J-2 and J-3 shall be made conditions of project
approval; Measure J-4 shall be satisfied prior to the
issuance of a building permit.
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department, in its review of
project applications, shall determine that the required noise
reduction measures have been incorporated into construction
plans. A memorandum to this effect shall be filed in the
project file. The Monitor shall inspect the project to
ensure that construction is in compliance with the approved
plans.
Measures to reduce single passenger automobile trips will be
pursued in the Transportation Control Measures (TCM) prepared
for Bethel Island. Those TCM's will be incorporated into
major subdivisions as a condition of approval.
The County shall require acoustical barriers along sensitive
receptor sites on Bethel Island Road and Gateway and other
heavily traveled roadways.
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Project Spgcific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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K. PUBLIC UTILITIES
1. Water Systems
Mitigation Measures K-1 through K-6 and the Measure Recommended by
the Oakley Water District (K-6a) :
K-1 Develop non-groundwater water sources from outside
the Planning Area boundaries to serve long-term
water needs. Treated water may be obtained from
the Oakley Water District or untreated water from
the Contra Costa Water District.
K-2 If untreated water is purchased, construction of a
treatment plant would be required.
K-3 If a regional public water district system is not
immediately available, then on an interim basis
allow expansion of and hookup to Contra Costa
County Sanitation District (CCCSD-15) well water
system.
K-4 Water transmission facilities shall be a loop
distribution system sized for maximum day flow and
provide adequate storage for minimum fire flows.
The system shall be sized for the peak hourly flow.
K-5 Existing water supplies that meet State standards
will not be required to connect to a new system.
K-6 Prior to approval of projects under the Specific
Plan, the developer shall submit will serve letters
that assure that adequate capacity is available for
existing development and the subject project for a
period equivalent to the effective period of the
approval, and, prior to filing of the final map,
parcel map or development, the developers shall:
(a) Connect to a public, treated water system.
(b) The area of development shall be annexed to a
public district which will provide treated
water service.
A hydrogeological investigation should be prepared
to evaluate the impacts on the water table and
existing wells and to examine and suggest measures
to reduce the impacts of subsidence from increased
water use.
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Prior to issuance of building permits:
1. Connect to CCCSD-15 if that district has
adequate pumping capacity and water quality to
serve the project.
2. Construct transmission and distribution lines
and appurtenant facilities to the public water
treatment plant for the non-groundwater
source.
K-6a All water supply facilities constructed for the
ultimate water system shall be constructed to the
standards of the Oakley Water District for future
acceptance and maintenance by that District.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, Oakley Water District (OWD) , and Contra
Costa County Water District (CCCWD)
Timing:
Prior to project approval,
Monitoring Action:
The Project Applicant shall provide the Community Development
Department and Public Works Department with a plan for
obtaining and treating water prior to project approval. The
County shall work with the Oakley Water District or the
Contra Costa County Water District to ensure that annexations
and improvements have been planned and installed properly.
The County shall review plans and drawings submitted for
project approval for compliance with the above measures and
shall inspect construction to ensure compliance with the
plans and drawings.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
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D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measures K-7 through K-10:
K-7 The water supply shall have a firm yield and meet
the projected size for the maximum hour usage
demands.
K-8 Facilities shall be constructed with materials and
construction practices which reflect the special
Delta environment.
K-9 Prior to approval of any marina activity in the
vicinity of Rock Slough or the southerly portion of
Sandmound Slough a comprehensive water quality
study shall be conducted to determine potential
impacts on the CCWD Rock Slough intake. The
comprehensive water quality study shall include
recommended mitigation measures to mitigate the
significant impacts. If the impacts cannot be
mitigate to an acceptable level, marina use shall
be denied.
K-10 Water storage shall be camouflaged with mounding,
trees and shrubs.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, OWD and CCCWD
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Project shall coordinate with the
applicable water district to ensure that annexations and
water service improvements are completed prior to project
construction as described above. The construction area shall
be inspected to ensure compliance with the above measures.
All reports and studies shall be kept in the project files.
Prior to approving any marina or marina related activity in
the vicinity of Rock Slough or the southerly portion of
Sandmound Slough, a comprehensive water quality study shall
be prepared. This study shall include recommended measures
to mitigate any impacts identified therein. All adopted
mitigation measures shall be imposed as a condition of
approval of the project.
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project specific Reguirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments:
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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2. Electric Service
Mitigation Measures K-11 through K-13 and Additional Measure
K-13 (a):
K-11 A new 21kv underground distribution line shall be
installed and the existing parallel 21kv
distribution line shall be expanded east of Sellers
Avenue to Bethel Island.
K-12 Developers shall be required to underground all
distribution lines to mitigate any visual impacts.
K-13 Install PG&E cable and relatively water-tight
conduits and bolts.
K-13a New high-voltage power lines will be located
parallel to the existing lines.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, PG&E
Timinv:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The County shall coordinate with PG&E to ensure that the
above improvements are installed. These measures, where
appropriate, will be made a condition of project approval.
Consistent with the Specific Plan developers shall be
required to finance the improvements.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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3. Natural Gas
Mitigation Measures K-14 through K-16:
K-14 Defer capital expenditures by having an all
electric environment with optional propane tanks
serving individual units.
K-15 Major gas distribution lines shall be located away
from areas subject to significant localized
settlement.
K-16 Development near oil and gas wells shall meet
recognized safety standards.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
Consistent with the Specific Plan, electric service will be
supplied by PG&E. New development is not expected to utilize
natural gas. However, the feasibility of connecting to
PG&E's regional gas network could be investigated by
interested major developers.
Major gas distribution lines may only be proposed in
areas not subject to settlement or where settlement
impacts have been mitigated. Development proposed near
oil and gas wells must analyze any potential danger and
incorporate safety standards if needed.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments:
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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4. Telephone Service
Mitigation Measures K-17 through K-20
K-17 Coordinate development plans with Pacific Bell.
K-18 Place distribution lines underground.
K-19 Phase development to allow the maximum utilization
of the existing switch and additional time for
planning.
K-20 Install telephone cables and relatively watertight
conduits and bolts.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant and Pacific Bell
Timing:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
Development and design plans shall be made in consultation
with Pacific Bell and should indicate underground placement
of distribution lines. Development should be phased to
maximize use of existing switches and allow for additional
planning time. The County shall inspect construction to
ensure compliance with these measures.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitors Name: Signature: Date:
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S. Solid Waste
Mitigation Measure R-21:
Roadways shall provide adequate and safe access for collection
trucks.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timin4:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Department of Public Works shall review development plans
to ensure that the plans reflect roads sufficient to
accommodate collection trucks.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Comments•
Monitor's Name: signature: Date:
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6. Sewage Collection, Treatment and Disposal
Mitigation Measures K-22 through K-27:
K-22 Construct new collection systems as required for
each unit of the development. Evaluate the capacity
of pumps at the Main pump station and the WEB-14
pump station to assure that they have adequate
capacity. Construct intermediate pump stations
along route, if necessary.
K-23 Determine the viability of direct discharge of
treatment plant reclaimed water to the marsh area
near the treatment plant, to Big Break or to the San
Joaquin River. If feasible, use a combination of
land disposal and direct discharge in a manner
acceptable to the RWQCB.
K-24 Acquire property rights for land disposal of the
Oakley-Bethel Island Wastewater Treatment and
Reclamation Facility reclaimed water to provide for
the projected flow, as required.
K-25 Demonstrate that adequate land disposal area and
treatment are available prior to approval of new
developments. The land disposal area shall be
acquired by the Authority or by project land
developers and transferred to the Authority.
K-26, If adequate waste water collection, treatment and
K-27 disposal capacity is not assured prior to
development approval, it shall be assured prior to
final parcel or map approval for subdivisions or
building permit approval for other development.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to project approval.
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department shall review development
plans to ensure they provide adequate collection systems and
pumping capacity for proposed development and are consistent
with the above measures. The development plans must also
demonstrate that adequate land disposal and treatment areas
are available or will be expanded or constructed to
accommodate the growth proposed by the applicant. Project
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construction will be inspected to ensure compliance. All
reports and memorandum are to be kept in the project file.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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L. COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. Police Protection
Mitigation Measures L-1 through L-3:
L-1 Subdivision applications should be reviewed by the
Sheriff's Department for maximum security design.
L-2 The Sheriff's Department should conduct a crime
prevention education program in the community to
deter crime and lessen service calls.
L-3 To achieve the minimum current police protection
level and the off-island area and/or on-island
areas, funding may be provided to a special tax for
part or all of the planning area.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timin4:
Prior to issuance of building permit
Monitorin Anion:
All development plans shall be reviewed by the Sheriff's
Department and any recommendations shall be incorporated into
the development project where feasible. The Community
Development Department shall request that the Sheriff's
Department conduct a crime prevention education program.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: signature: Date:
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2. Fire Protection
Mitigation Measure L-4 through L-11 and the Additional Measure
approved by the Board (L-lig) :
L-4 The immediate needs of the Bethel Island Fire
Protection District for an expanded station and
equipment is provided for in the financing plan.
Fees on development are expected to generate funds
for stations and equipment.
L-5 The fire district shall review all development
plans. If the response time is more than five
minutes, special building design features may be
imposed.
L-6 All new construction shall pay its fair share toward
providing the necessary facilities. Adopt a fire
fee ordinance prior to final development project
approval.
L-7 All new construction shall conform to the
requirements of the appropriate district, in
concurrence with the Contra Costa County Uniform
Fire Code.
L-8 Fire flows supplies shall be provided to all
premises according to local law.
L-9 Limit new building heights to those which can be
adequately serviced with the fire district's
equipment.
L-10 Fire hydrants shall be spaced at a minimum of 500
feet apart in residential areas and 300 feet apart
in commercial areas.
L-11 Provide full service facilities.
L-11a Off-Island developers and/or the County shall
petition LAFCO to change the Bethel Island Fire
Protection District (BIFPD) boundaries to include
the entire Planning Area.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant and LAFCO
Timing:
Prior to project approval
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Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department shall coordinate with the
appropriate fire district to ensure that the fire
recommendations and measures as described above are
incorporated into project design or made conditions to project
approval.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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3. Schools
Mitigation Measures L-12 and L-13:
L-12 Developers shall be required to pay applicable
school fees.
L-13 The County should a) work cooperatively with school
districts for delivery of quality services, b) seek
joint resolutions with districts for funding from
school agencies, and c) encourage phasing of large
projects to spread impacts of schools over a period
of years.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to issuance of building permits and on-going
Monitoring Action:
Prior to issuance of a building permit, the project applicant
shall pay applicable school impact fees to fund school
construction costs. In reviewing development applications
the County shall consider incorporating the measure L-13 into
development projects.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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4. Recreational Resources
Mitigation Measure L-14:
The Specific Plan Park Standards should be consistent with
those in the County General Plan. The County General Plan
calls for 4 acres/1000 population.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant
Timing:
Prior to the issuance of a building permit
Monitoring Action:
The Specific Plan was revised consistent with the County
General Plan adopted on January 29, 1991. The Community
Development Department shall ensure that building permits are
not issued for development until adequate park facilities
required have been provided. The Specific Plan calls for
three neighborhood parks (minimum 8 acres each) and a
community and waterfront parks (minimum 15 acres each) , for
a minimum total of 54 acres, which equates to 6 acres/1, 000
population (at full build out there will be approximately
9, 000 residents) .
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments:
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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Mitigation Measure L-15 through L-18:
L-15 Development applications should be reviewed by the
County for security and safety design, including
waterway maneuverability.
L-16 Boat speed shall be limited to such limitations
enforced to provide safety.
L-17, To minimize congestion and boating accidents, major
L-18 boat launching and berthing facilities should be
located adjacent to sloughs and/or open waterways.
Implementing Party:
County
Timing:
Prior to project approval and on-going
Monitoring Action:
Development plans shall be reviewed by the Community
Development Department for boat safety, security and
maneuverability.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
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D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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S. Other Services
Mitigation Measure L-19 through L-21:
L-19 Developers shall comply with and County shall
implement the Specific Plan Commercial Design
Guidelines regarding signage, design elements,
fencing/trash enclosures and related issues.
L-20 Provide an adequate collector and arterial roads on
Bethel Island to encourage improved mail delivery.
L-21 The Public Works Department shall continue
evaluating signage of public roads and report to the
Board of Supervisors.
Implementing Party:
County
Timin4:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The Community Development Department and/or Public Works
Department shall review development plans to assure compliance
with the Specific Plan Commercial Design Guidelines.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
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B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
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Monitors Name: signature: Date:
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M. ENERGY CONSERVATION
Mitigation Measure N-I through N-3:
N-1 Protect solar access through zoning and regulatory
requirements such as restrictive covenants which
encourage solar energy use and solar skyspace
easement.
N-2 Encourage bicycling and walking by providing safe
and buffered trails.
N-3 Protect solar access through site design and
building orientation.
Implementing Party:
Project Applicant, County
Timiny:
Prior to project approval
Monitoring Action:
The County shall encourage the use of solar energy when
applicable. The Community Development Department shall review
development plans and designs to ensure they protect solar
access through site design and building orientation whenever
possible and provide bicycling/walking equestrian trails
consistent with the Specific Plan.
Project Specific Requirements (unique to each specific project) :
Procedure - Steps to Compliance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
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Compliance (each procedure step to be signed off and dated by
Monitor) :
A.
B.
C.
D.
Etc. (attach separate sheet if needed)
Comments•
Monitor's Name: Signature: Date:
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