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FROM: JULIA R. BUEREN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTO , 'a CjoSta
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DATE: OCTOBER 28, 2008 .,- °y County
SUBJECT: DETERMINE that the County Service Area M-2 eve se Osmosis System Upgrades project is
a California Environmental Quality Act Class 2c Categorical Exemption; APPROVE the project
and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or designee, to advertise the project, Bethel Island
area (CSA M-28 Funds) (District V) [CDD-CP# 08-41] Project No.: 7473-6X9E72
SPECIFIC REQUEST(S)OR RECOMMENDATION(S)&BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
DETERMINE that the County Service Area M-28 Reverse Osmosis System Upgrades project is a California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Class 2c Categorical Exemption, and
DIRECT the Director of Conservation and Development to file a Notice of Exemption with the County Clerk,
and
AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director to arrange for payment of a $25 fee to Conservation and Development
for processing, and a $50 fee to the County Clerk for filing the Notice of Exemption, and
APPROVE the project, and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or design e, to advertise the project.
Continued on Attachment: ® SIGNATURE:
ECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR ElRECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE
APPROVE ❑ OTHER
SIGNATURE(S):
ACTION OF BOARD ON
APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED [+]� OTHERS❑
V7OF SUPERVISORS
UNANIMOUS(ABSENT I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action
AYES: NOES: taken and entered.on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on
ABSENT: ABSTAIN: the date shown.
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SUBJECT: DETERMINE that the County Service Area M-28 Reverse Osmosis System Upgrades project is
a California Environmental Quality Act Class 2c Categorical Exemption; APPROVE the project
and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or designee, to advertise the project, Bethel Island
area(CSA M-28 Funds) (District V) [CDD-CP# 08-41] Project No.: 7473-6X9E72
DATE: October 28, 2008
PAGE: 2 of 2
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no impact to the County General Fund. This project is funded by CSA M-28 Funds (100%).
REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATIONS AND BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this project is to replace, upgrade, and maintain the existing well water treatment system
(Reverse Osmosis System) and its housing unit adjacent to the Willows Mobile Home Park, on Willow Road in
the Bethel Island.
In 1991, County Service Area M-28 (CSA-M-28) was formed to provide treated well water to the residents of
the Willows Mobile Home Park. The Reverse Osmosis (RO) system treats the well water and is operated
through a maintenance contract between Contra Costa County Public Works Department (Dept.) and the Diablo
Water District (DWD).
The Reverse Osmosis (RO) unit is housed in a roofed three-sided wooden structure that has deteriorated over
the years (Fig. 4) and no longer meets United States Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
standards. Reliability of the RO system has decreased, incurring higher maintenance cost for the operation of
the system. It is necessary to make upgrades in order for the RO system to remain properly operational. The
upgraded RO system will remain in the same place and serve the same function as the existing system.
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There is no possibility that the project may have a significant adverse effect on the environment. The project
consists of replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be
located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as
the structure replaced, including but not limited to replacement or reconstruction of existing utility systems
and/or facilities involving negligible or no expansion of capacity, pursuant to Section 15302(c) of the CEQA
Guidelines. No scenic resources will be removed as a result of the activity.
CONSEQUENCES OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Delay in approving the project will result in a delay of design and construction of needed facility upgrades.
Contra PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Costa INITIAL STUDY OF
County ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE
PROJECT # 7473-6X9E72
CP# 08-41
PROJECT NAME. County Service Area M-28 (CSA M-28) Reverse Osmosis (RO) System Upgrades
PREPARED BY: Trina TorresDATE: September 16, 2008
APPROVED BY:- ���...� ta. DATE: 000
RECOMMENDATIONS:
® Categorical Exemption (Class 2c) ❑ Negative Declaration
❑ Environmental Impact Report Required ❑ Conditional Negative Declaration
The project will not have a significant effect on the environment. The recommendation is based on the
following: The project consists of replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new structure will
be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure
replaced, including but not limited to replacement or reconstruction of existing utility systems and/or facilities involving negligible
or no expansion of capacity, pursuant to Section 15302(c) of the CEQA Guidelines. No scenic resources will be removed as a
result of the activity.
What changes to the project would mitigate the identified impacts: N/A
USGS Quad Sheet: Jersey Island and Bouldin Island Base Map Sheet#: E28 Parcel M APN 029-020-003
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS:
1. Location: The project is in unincorporated portion of East Contra Costa County, in the Bethel Island area (Figs. 1-4).
2. Project Description: The purpose of this project is to replace, upgrade, and maintain the existing well water treatment
system (Reverse Osmosis System)and its housing unit adjacent to the Willows Mobile Home Park,on Willow Road in the Bethel
Island. The Reverse Osmosis System unit is located on the northern portion of APN 029-020-003.
In 1991, County Service Area M-28 (CSA-M-28)was formed to provide treated well water to the residents of the Willows Mobile
Home Park. The Reverse Osmosis (RO)system treats the well water and is operated through a maintenance contract between
Contra Costa County Public Works Department (Dept.)and the Diablo Water District (DWD).
The Reverse Osmosis (RO)unit is housed in a roofed three-sided wooden structure that has deteriorated over the years(Fig.4)
and no longer meets United States Occupational Safety& Health Administration (OSHA)standards. Reliability of the RO system
has decreased, incurring higher maintenance cost for the operation of the system. It is necessary to make upgrades in order for
the RO system to remain properly operational. The upgraded RO system will remain in the same place and serve the same
function as the existing system.
Work consists of removing the existing structures that house the RO system and replacing them with a metal structure (approx.
25ft. by 20 ft.), removing and re-constructing the failing foundation, installing insulation to reduce noise, installing and anchoring
seismic restraints and pipe supports,as well as the reservoir storage tank to the foundation for stabilization,replacing the backup
pump and motor to insure fire protection is provided to the Willows Mobile Home Park,as well as replacing aging seals,gauges,
couplings, permeate conductivity meter and chlorine analyzer, removing and replacing a diesel generator and an uninterruptable
power supply (UPS) system to allow full production in the event of a power outage, installing a bypass line to operate the unit
efficiently, installing an interface panel and modems to enable remote monitoring of the RO plant, replacing fencing around the
RO unit area to provide security,applying external tank and pipe coatings to preserve the metal from rust and corrosion,as well
as pipe labels to indicate the flow direction to enable operators to troubleshoot problems, sealing an abandoned well to prevent
the movement between aquifers, and adjusting equipment and utilities in support of the upgrades.
Three non-native Oleander trees (approx. 3-inch diameter at breast height)may need to be removed. Blackberry bushes may
need to be trimmed prior to construction activities in order to access the facility. Construction activities will be performed after
nesting season (August 1st)to avoid potential impacts to nesting birds. Real property transactions maybe necessary in support
of this project. An adjacent drainage ditch will be fenced off to avoid impacts by heavy equipment. At least one lane on Willow
Road will be open during construction activities.
3. Does it appear that any feature of the project will generate significant public concern?
❑ yes NO ❑ maybe
4. Will the project require approval or permits by other than a'County agency? ❑ yes ® NO
5. Is the project within the Sphere of Influence of any city? NO
En9Svc\ENVIR0\Specia1 Districts\M-28(CSA M-28)RO System\CEQA\Initial Study(CE-2c).docx
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Notice of Exemption
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
651 PINE STREET 2ND FLOOR NORTH WING MARTINEZ, CALIFORNIA 94553
Telephone: (925) 313-2176 Contact Person: Trina Torres- Public Works Dept.
Project Description, Common Name (if any) and Location: County Service Area M-28 (CSA M-28) Reverse
Osmosis (RO) System Upgrades, Project No. 7473-6X9E72, County File: CP# 08-41
Description: The purpose of this project is to replace, upgrade, and maintain the existing well water treatment
system (Reverse Osmosis System)and its housing unit adjacent to the Willows Mobile Home Park,on Willow
Road in the Bethel Island. The Reverse Osmosis System unit is located on the northern portion of APN 029-
020-003.
In 1991, County Service Area M-28 (CSA-M-28)was formed to provide treated well water to the residents of
the Willows Mobile Home Park. The Reverse Osmosis (RO) system treats the well water and is operated
through a maintenance contract between Contra Costa County Public Works Department (Dept.) and the
Diablo Water District(DWD).
The Reverse Osmosis(RO)unit is housed in a roofed three-sided wooden structure that has deteriorated over
the years and no longer meets United States Occupational Safety&Health Administration (OSHA)standards.
Reliability of the RO system has decreased, incurring higher maintenance cost for the operation of the system.
It is necessary to make upgrades in order for the RO system to remain properly operational.The upgraded RO
system will remain in the same place and serve the same function as the existing system.
Work consists of removing the existing structures that house the RO system and replacing them with a metal
structure (approx. 25ft. by 20 ft.), removing and re-constructing the failing foundation, installing insulation to
reduce noise, installing and anchoring seismic restraints and pipe supports, as well as the reservoir storage
tank to the foundation for stabilization, replacing the backup pump and motor to insure fire protection is
provided to the Willows Mobile Home Park, as well as replacing aging seals, gauges, couplings, permeate
conductivity meter and chlorine analyzer, removing and replacing a diesel generator and an uninterruptable
power supply(UPS) system to allow full production in the event of a power outage, installing a bypass line to
operate the unit efficiently, installing an interface panel and modems to enable remote monitoring of the RO
plant, replacing fencing around the RO unit area to provide security,applying external tank and pipe coatings to
preserve the metal from rust and corrosion, as well as pipe labels to indicate the flow direction to enable
operators to troubleshoot problems, sealing an abandoned well to prevent the movement between aquifers,
and adjusting equipment and utilities in support of the upgrades.
Three non-native Oleander trees (approx. 3-inch diameter at breast height) may need to be removed.
Blackberry bushes may need to be trimmed prior to construction activities in order to access the facility.
Construction activities will be performed after nesting season(August 1S)to avoid potential impacts to nesting
birds. Real property transactions may be necessary in support of this project. An adjacent drainage ditch will
be fenced off to avoid impacts.by heavy equipment. At least one lane on Willow Road will be open during
construction activities.
Project Location: The project is in unincorporated portion of East Contra Costa County, in the Bethel Island area.
This project is exempt from CEQA as a:
❑ Ministerial Project(Sec. 15268) ® Categorical Exemption, Class 2c
❑ Declared Emergency[Sec. 15269 (a)] ❑ Other Statutory Exemption, Section
❑ Emergency Project [Sec. 15269(b)or(c)] ❑ General Rule of Applicability[Section 15061 (b) (3)J
for the following reason(s): The project consists of replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where
the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and
capacity as the structure replaced, including but not limited to replacement or reconstruction of existing utility systems and/or
facilities involving negligible or no expansion of capacity, pursuant to Section 15302(c) of the CEQA Guidelines. No scenic
resources will be removed as a result of the activity.
Date: By:
Dept. of Conservation and Development Representative
AFFIDAVIT OF FILING AND POSTING
I declare that on I received and posted this notice as required by California
Public Resources Code Section 21152(c). Said notice will remain posted for 30 days from the filing date.
Signature Title
Applicant: Department of Fish and Game Fees Due
Public Works Department ElEIR-$2,606. 75 Total Due: $ 75.00
255 Glacier Drive E] Neg. Dec. -$1,876. Total Paid $
Martinez, CA 94553 ® County Clerk-$50 Receipt#:
Attn: Trina Torres ® Department of Conservation and Development-
Environmental Section $25
GAEngSvc\ENVIRO\Special DistdctsW-28(CSA M-28)RO System\CEQAINOE(CE-2c).docx (Form Updated;May 28,2008)
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Notice of Exemption
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
651 PINE STREET 2ND FLOOR NORTH WING MARTINEZ, CALIFORNIA 94553
Telephone: (925) 313-2176 Contact Person: Trina Torres- Public Works Dept.
Project Description, Common Name (if any) and Location: County Service Area M-28 (CSA M-28) Reverse
Osmosis (RO) SVstem Upgrades, Project No. 7473-6X9E72, County File: CP#08-41
Description:The purpose of this project is to replace, upgrade, and maintain the existing well water treatment
system (Reverse Osmosis System)and its housing unit adjacent to the Willows Mobile Home Park,on Willow
Road in the Bethel Island. The Reverse Osmosis System unit is located on the northern portion of APN 029-
020-003.
In 1991, County Service Area M-28 (CSA-M-28)was formed to provide treated well water to the residents of
the Willows Mobile Home Park. The Reverse Osmosis (RO) system treats the well water and is operated
through a maintenance contract between Contra Costa County Public Works Department (Dept.) and the
Diablo Water District (DWD).
The Reverse Osmosis(RO)unit is housed in a roofed three-sided wooden structure that has deteriorated over
the years and no longer meets United States Occupational Safety&Health Administration (OSHA)standards.
Reliability of the RO system has decreased, incurring higher maintenance cost forthe operation of the system.
It is necessary to make upgrades in order for the RO system to remain properly operational.The upgraded RO
system will remain in the same place and serve the same function as the existing system.
Work consists of removing the existing structures that house the RO system and replacing them with a metal
structure (approx. 25ft. by 20 ft.), removing and re-constructing the failing foundation, installing insulation to
reduce noise, installing and anchoring seismic restraints and pipe supports, as well as the reservoir storage
tank to the foundation for stabilization, replacing the backup pump and motor to insure fire protection is
provided to the Willows Mobile Home Park, as well as replacing aging seals, gauges, couplings, permeate
conductivity meter and chlorine analyzer, removing and replacing a diesel generator and an uninterruptable
power supply(UPS) system to allow full production in the event of a power outage, installing a bypass line to
operate the unit efficiently, installing an interface panel and modems to enable remote monitoring of the RO
plant, replacing fencing around the RO unit area to provide security,applying external tank and pipe coatings to
preserve the metal from rust and corrosion, as well as pipe labels to indicate the flow direction to enable
operators to troubleshoot problems, sealing an abandoned well to prevent the movement between aquifers,
and adjusting equipment and utilities in support of the upgrades.
Three non-native Oleander trees (approx. 3-inch diameter at breast height) may need to be removed.
Blackberry bushes may need to be trimmed prior to construction activities in order to access the facility.
Construction activities will be performed after nesting season (August 1 st)to avoid potential impacts to nesting
birds. Real property transactions may be necessary in support of this project. An adjacent drainage ditch will
be fenced off to avoid impacts by heavy equipment. At least one lane on Willow Road will be open during
construction activities.
Project Location: The project is in unincorporated portion of East Contra Costa County, in the Bethel Island area.
This project is exempt from CEQA as a:
❑ Ministerial Project(Sec. 15268) ® Categorical Exemption, Class 2c
❑ Declared Emergency[Sec. 15269(a)] ❑ Other Statutory Exemption, Section
❑ Emergency Project [Sec. 15269(b)or(c)] ❑ General Rule of Applicability(Section 15061 (b) (3)J
for the following reason(s): The project consists of replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where
the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and
capacity as the structure replaced, including but not limited to replacement or reconstruction of existing utility systems and/or
facilities involving negligible or no expansion of capacity, pursuant to Section 15302(c)of the CEQA Guidelines. No scenic
resources will be removed as a result of the activity.
Date: By:
Dept. of Conservation and Development Representative
AFFIDAVIT OF FILING AND POSTING
I declare that on I received and posted this notice as required by California
Public Resources Code Section 21152(c). Said notice will remain posted for 30 days from the filing date.
Signature Title
Applicant: Department of Fish and Game Fees Due
75
Public Works Department ❑ EIR-$2,606. 75 Total Due: $75,00
255 Glacier Drive ❑ Neg. Dec. -$1,876. Total Paid $
Martinez, CA 94553 ® County Clerk-$50 Receipt#:
Attn:Trina Torres ® Department of Conservation and Development-
Environmental Section $25
GAEngSvc\ENVIRO\Special Districts\M-28(CSA M-28)RO System\CEQA\NOE(CE-2c).docx (Form Updated;May 28,2008)
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