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TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FROM: J. MICHAEL WALFORD, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
DATE: March 11, 1997
SUBJECT: Approve California Street Sidewalk Project, Rodeo Area.
Project No. 0662-6R4t38-96, CDD-CP # 97-5
Specific Request(s) or Recommendation(s) & Background & Justification
I. RECOMMENDED ACTION:
APPROVE Project, and
DETERMINE that the project is a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Class 1c
Categorical Exemption, and DIRECT the Public Works Director to prepare contract plans and
specifications for construction.
DIRECT the Director of Community Development to file a Notice of Exemption with the County
Clerk.
DIRECT the Public Works Director to arrange for payment of the $25.00 an ling fee to the
County Clerk for filing of the Notice of Exemption. I
Continued on Attachment: x SIGNATURE: � w
RECOM-
MENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
_RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE
APPROVE OTHER
SIGNATURE(S):
ACTION OF
BOARD ONj1, //� �9q 7 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER_
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AYES: NOES:
ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
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(Form Revised 12-31-96)
Orig.Div: Public Works(Design Division)
Contact:V.Germany,Design(313-2296)
cc: County Administrator
Attn: E.Kuevor
Auditor-Controller
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Construction
Community Development-A.Woods
C.Bailey,Design
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an action taken and entered on the minutes of tits
Board of Supervisors on the dstn shown.
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California Street Sidewalk
March 11, 1997
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II. FINANCIAL IMPACT: 3
The estimated project cost is $149,500., funded by Redevelopment (64%) CDBG (23%) and
County Road funds (13%).
Ill. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION/BACKGROUND:
The project includes approximately 700 linear feet of curb, gutter and sidewalk along the west
side of California Street from 5th to 7th Streets. Curb ramps and crosswalks will be
constructed at each corner. The pavement will be widened to a continuous 38 feet section
adjacent to the school.
It is needed to provide pedestrian access from residences to Hillcrest Elementary School and
to facilitate school drop off and pick up for vehicles.
The project has been determined to be in compliance with the General Plan and is exempt
from CEQA per Section 15301 because it consists of a minor alteration to existing land
conditions, within existing right-of-way.
IV. CONSEQUENCES OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
Delay in approving the project will result in a delay of design and construction and may
jeopardize funding.
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Notice of Exemption
Contra Costa County Community Development Department
651 Pine Street, 4th Floor - North Wing, McBrien Administration Building
Martinez, CA 94553-0095
Telephone: (510) 313-2296 Contact Person:Vickie Germany - Public Works Dept.
Project Description, Common Name (if any) and Location: California Street Sidewalk, County File
#CP 97-5:The project consists of constructing approximately 700 linear feet of sidewalk, with curb
ramps, along the west side of California Street from 5th to 7th Street. The roadway will also be
widened approximately six feet from 32 to 38 feet, from 5th to 7th Street, to accommodate an existing
loading zone and improve on-street parking. One small walnut tree and various shrubs may be
removed to construct improvements but they do not represent a scenic resource. All improvements
are located within existing right-of-way. Project location: California Street is located in the west
county area of Rodeo.
This project is exempt from CEQA as a:
Ministerial Project(Sec. 15268) — Other Statutory Exemption, Section
Declared Emergency(Sec. 15269(a)) — General Rule of Applicability(Section 15061(b)(3))
Emergency Project(Sec. 15269(b) or(c))
Categorical Exemption,Class 1 c
for the following reason(s): The project will not have a significant effect on the environment. because it is a minor
alteration to existing conditions,within existing right-of-way. No scenic resources will be removed as a result of improvements.
Date: By:
Community Development Department 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:
County Public Works Department
255 Glacier Drive
Martinez, CA 94553
Attn: Janet Frattini County Clerk Fee$25 Due
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CONTRA PV--dLIC WORKS `DEPARTMCNT
COSTA INITIAL STUDY
COUNTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE
PROJECT # 0662-6R4138-96
CP# 97-5
PROJECT NAME: California Street Sidewalk
PREPARED BY: Janet FrAtieT, DATE: February 5, 1997
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REVIEWED BY: DATE: L
RECOMMENDATIONS:
(✓) Categorical Exemption (Class 1c) ( ) Negative Declaration
( ) Environment 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 a minor alteration to existing land conditions, within existing right-
of-way. No scenic resources will be removed as a result of improvements.
What changes to the project would mitigate the identified impacts .
N/A
USGS Quad Sheet Mare Island Base Map Sheet # E 7&8 Parcel # N/A
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS:
1. Location: California Street is located in the west county area of Rodeo
(Figures 1 & 2).
2. Project Description: The project consists of constructing approximately 700 linear
feet of sidewalk, with curb ramps, along the west side of California Street from 5th
to 7th Street. The roadway will also be widened approximately six feet from 32 to
38 feet, from 5th to 7th Street, to accommodate an existing loading zone and
improve on-street parking. One small walnut tree and various shrubs may be
removed to construct improvements but they do not represent a scenic resource.
All improvements are located within existing right-of-way (Figure 3).
3. Does it appear that any feature of the project will generate significant public
concern? [] yes [✓] no [] maybe (Nature of concern):
4. Will the project require approval or permits by other than a County agency?
[] yes [✓] no Agency Name(s)
5. Is the project within the Sphere of Influence of any city? No.
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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
DATE:
TO: James W. Cutler, Assistant Director of Comprehensive Planning
FROM: Vickie Germany, AICP, Environmental Planner, Design Division
(Contact Person: Janet Frattini )
SUBJECT: MANDATORY REFERRAL FOR GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE
We have reviewed the attached project, CP# 97- 5 to determine if mandatory referral for General Plan
Conformance, as required by Section 65402 of the Government Code, is necessary.
I recommend the project needs no further mandatory referral clearance from County staff subject to the
following actions:
( ✓) This project has been determined to be exempt from 65402 review.
( ) This project has been determined to be exempt from 65402 review in accordance with the
Board of Supervisors Resolution 81/522 because the project involves a road alignment
project of a minor nature.
( ) Community Development staff makes the following attached recommendation which should be
incorporated into the staff report on this matter.
The project needs mandatory referral and we request Community Development staff to process this project
in the following manner:
( ) 65402 review is required. Community Development staff should carry this matter before the
appropriate Planning Commission. The map of the project site and description is attached.
( ) 65402 review must be withheld until completion of an Environmental Impact Report on this
project.
( ) Other procedures.
Approved By: X,
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Community Contra Harvey E. Bragdon
Director of Community Development
Development Costa
Department
County Administration Building County
651 Pine Street
4th Floor, North Wing
Martinez, California 94553-0095
Phone:
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335-1235 January 7, 1997
County File #CP 97-5
Attention: Public Works Department
Janet Frattini - Design Division
Dear Applicant:
The Contra Costa County Community Development Department has completed an initial study of the environmental
significance of the project represented by your pending application bearing County File Number CP 97-5.
CALIFORNIA STREET SIDEWALK. In conformance with Contra Costa County Guidelines for implementing the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), it has been determined that your project will not have a
significant effect on the environment. Your project falls within the following category:
(x) AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) IS NOT REQUIRED.
(✓ 1 The Project is categorically exempt (class►.
( ► The CEQA requirements are accommodated by the EIR previously prepared for
( ) A statement that an EIR is not required (Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance has
been filed by the Community Development Department (unless appealed).
( 1 Other: General Rule of Applicability (Section 15061(b)(3))
( ) AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) IS REQUIRED.
( ) The complexity of your project requires your submission of additional special reports or information
(as outlined on the attached sheet) (which will be outlined in a forthcoming letter).
( ) A consultant will be hired to prepare the environmental impact report. This procedure is explained
on the attached sheet.
If you have questions concerning this determination or desire additional information relative to environmental impact
report regulations, please call (510) 335-1213 and ask for Debbie Chamberlain.
Sincerely yours
Harvey E. Bragdon
Director of Community Development
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