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Home My WebLink AboutMINUTES - 03262002 - C4 TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CA FROM: MAURICE M. SHIU,"PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR` DATE: March 26, 2002' SUBJECT': APPROVE the Olinda Pedestrian Bridge and Sidewalk Gap Closure project;DETERMINE that the project is a California Environmental Quality Act Class,3 Categorical Exemption;and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director to advertise the project at his discretion, El Sobrante area. [CDD-CP#02-061 Project No. 4662-684201 Specific Request(s)or Recommendation(s) &Background &Justification I. RECOMMENDED ACTION: APPROVE the Olinda Pedestrian Bridge and Sidewalk Gap Closure project; and DETERMINE that the,project is a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Class 3 Categorical Exemption; and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director to advertise the project at his discretion; and DIRECT the Director of Community 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 Community Development for processing, and a$25 fee to the County Clerk for filing the Notice of Exemption. x Continued on Attachment: SIGNATURE: RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR ✓RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTED z,APPROVE OTIIEFC SIGNATURES ACTION OF BO ON March 26 2002 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED_XX OTHER VOTE OF SUPERVISORS XX UNANIMOUS(ABSENT IV AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: TT:sr I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an G:�GrpData\EngSvc\ENVIR0\B012002\ action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of (03-26-02)CEQA-Olinda Ped Br&Sidewk.doc Supervisors on the date shown. Orig.Div: Public works(Environmental) Contact: C.Sellgren (925)313-2296 cc: Administrator-Attn: E.Kuevor ATTESTED: March 26 2002 Auditor-Controller JOHN SWEETEN,Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Community Development -K.Piona and County Administrator Public works: Accounting Construction -R.Bruno Design -B.Fernandez -G.Huisingh By � . Eng.Svc -T.Torres Depu Transp.Eng. -S.Kowalewskt -A.Schaal -B.Yip SUBJECT: APPROVE the O inda'Pedestrian Bridge and Sidewalk Gap Closure project;DETERMINE that the project is a California Environmental Quality Act Class 3 Categorical Exemption;and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director to advertise the project at his discretion,El Sobrante-West County area. (District t) [CDD-CP 902-06] Project No. 0662-684201 DATE: March 26 2002' PAGE: 2 II. FINANCIAL IMPACT: The estimated project cost for the project is$235,000, funded by Transportation Development Act Funds' (100%). III. REASONS FOR RECOM ENDATIONIBACKGROUND: Thepurpose of this project is to install and connect sections of sidewalk and install a prefabricated pedestrian bridge on the south side of Olinda Road across San Pablo Creek,in order to provide pedestrian and mobility impaired access away from vehicle traffic, as well as access to schools and public transportation. The project has been determined to be in compliance with the General Plan and is exempt from CEQA. The project consists of construction and installation of limited numbers of small new facilities. Theprojects will' not result in the removal of any scenic resources. IV. CONSEQUENCES OF NEGATIVE ACTION: Delay in approving the projects will result in a delay of design and construction and may jeopardize funding. CONTRA PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT COSTA INITIAL STUDY COUNTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE PROJECT#s 0662-OR4201 CP#02-06 PROJECT NAME: Olinda Pedestrian Bridge& Sidewalk Gap Closure PREPARED BY: Trina Torres � DATE: February 22, 2402 APPROVED BY: � DATE: C RECOMMENDATIONS: Categorical Exemption (Class 3 ) 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 construction and installation of limited numbers of small new facilities: What changes to the project would mitigate the identified impacts USGS Quad Sheet .Richmond Ease Map Sheet# J-G Parcel#NIA GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS: 1. Location: The project is located in the west county area in the unincorporated community of El Sobrante on Olinda Road between Valley View Rd.and Robin Hood'Drive.', (Figures 1-3)' 2. Project Description: The purpose of this project is to install and connect sections of sidewalk and install a prefabricated pedestrian bridge'on the south side of Olinda Road across San Pablo Creek,in order to provide pedestrian and mobility impaired access away from vehicle traffic,as well as access to schools and public transportation; The project consists'of widening asphalt concrete pavement (approx.3 ft.by 450 ft.)on the west end of Olinda Road near Valley View Road,installing drainage inlet to tie into an existing storm drain system, and installing asphalt concrete path and dike;installing ADA(Americans with Disabilities Act)concrete curb ramps;installing pavement markings,striping,and signing,installing a yellow crosswalk that extends from north to south across Olinda Road at Sherwood School;adjusting drainage inlets and utilities;and removing an existing brick and iron fence(approx.5 ft.by 170 ft.)in front of 5540 Olinda Road,that is in the County's right-of-way in order to install sidewalk;trimming and removing vegetation. Throughout portions of the entire project,construction activities may impact the root systems of some trees. in order to minimize damage to any of the trees,any roots exposed during excavation will be cut cleanly and tree branches will be trimmed. No stands of trees will'be affected. Therefore,these trees do not constitute a scenic resource. Real property transactions may be necessary in support of this project.. One lana of traffic will be opera during construction activities. The project also consists of excavating the northern top bank slope of San Pablo Creek(creek)and removing twelve bay sap]Ings,six buckeye saplings,two live oak saplings,one bay tree;(approx.3-Inch diameter at breast height).Currently,tree roots are stabilizing the top slope of the creek. In order to ensure erosion control and stabilization,rock and gabions will be installed; The project also consists of installing bridge foundations on the east and west sides of the creek; installing a prefabricated pedestrian bridge that extends across the creek; installing a chain link fence and gate at the southeast side of San Pablo Creek. 3. Does It appear that any feature of the project will generate>significant,public concern? [I yes [x]no [] maybe (Nature of concern): 4. Will the project require approval or permits by other than a County agency? [X] yes ['] no Agency Name(s) California Department of Fish and Game 5. Is the project within the Sphere of Influence of any city? Yes (Richmond) At GAGrPData\EngSvclENNAR0\2002 ProjectsICEQXCat.Ex\04inda Rd Ped&Siderwaik Gap.doc CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT Notice of Exempflon Contra Costa County Community Development Department 651 fine Street,4th Fluor-North Vying,A+cBrien Administration Building Martinez,CA 945530095 Telephone:(925) 313-22961 Contact Person CeCe Seligren-Public Works Debt. ProjectDescription, Common Name (if any)and Location: Olinda Pedestrian Bridge and Sidewalk Gap Closure Project, County File CP#'02-06. Project Description:The purpose of this project is to install and connect sections orf sidewalk and install a prefabricated pedestrian bridge on the south side of Olinda Road across San Pablo geek,in order to provide pedestrian and mobility impaired access away from vehicle traffic,as well as access to schools and public transportation. The project consists of widening asphalt concrete'pavement (approx.3 fit.by 450 ft.)on the west end of Olinda Road near Valley View Road,installing drainage inlet to tie into an existing storm drain system,and installing asphalt concrete path and dike,installing ADA(Americans with Disabilities Act)concrete curb ramps;installing pavement markings,striping,and signing;installing a yellow crosswalk that extends from north to south across Olinda Road at Sherwood School;adjusting drainage inlets'and utilities;and removing an existing brick and Iron fence(approx.5 ft.by 170 ft.)in front of 5541 Olinda Read,that is in the County`s right-of-way to order to install sidewalk; trimming and removing vegetation. Throughout portions of the entire;project, construction'activities may Impact the root systems of some trees. In order to minimize damage to any of the trees,any roots exposed during excavation will be cut cleanly and tree branches will be trimmed. No stands of trees will be affected. Therefore,these trees do not constitute a scenic resource. Real property transactions may be necessary in support of this project. One lane of traffic will be open during construction activities. The project also consists of excavating the northern top hank slope of San Pablo Creek(creek)and removingtwelve bay saplings,six Buckeye saplings,two live oak saplings,one bay tree(approx.3-inch diameter at breast heighCurrently, tree roots are stabilizing the top slope of the oreek. In order to ensure erosion control and stabilization,rock and gabions will be installed; The project also consists of installing';bridge'foundations on the east and west sides of the creek; installing a prefabricated pedestrian bridge that extends across the creek, installing''a chain link Bence and gate at the southeast side of Sart Pates Creek. Project Location: The project is located in the west county area in the unincorporated community of El Sobrante on Olinda Road between Valley View Rd.and Robin Hood Drive. (Figures 1-3) This project is exempt from CEQA as a: Ministerial Project(Sec. 15258) — Other Statutory Exemption,Section _ Declared'Emergency(Sec. 15269(a)) General Rule of Applicability(Section 15061(b)(3) Emergency Project(See. 15269(b)or(c)} Categorical Exemption, Class 3 for the following reasons) The project consists of construction and installation of limited numbers of small new facilities. Date: By: Community Development Department Representative AFFIDAVIT OF FILING AND POSTING 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: Tricia Torres County Clerk Fee$50 Due G:tGrpDatalEngSvciENVIR012002 ProjectskCEOXNOROlinda Ped Br&Sidwelk.doc CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT Notice" 0ram. tion Contra Costa County Community Development Department 651 fine Street,4th Floor-North Wing,MoBrien Administration Building Martinez,CA 94553-0095 Telephone:(925)313-2296 Contact Person: ce Sellgren- Public Warks Cleft Project. Desc=ription, Common Name (if any) and Location: Cfiinda Pedestrian Bridge and Sidewalk Gap Closure Project, County File CP#02-06. Project Description.'The purpose of this project is to install and connect sections of sidewalk and install a prefabricated pedestrian bridge on the south side of Olinda Road across San Pablo Creek,in order to provide pedestrian and mobility impaired access away from vehicle traffic,as well as access to schools and public transportation. The project consists of widening asphalt'concrete pavement (approx.3 ft.by 450 ft.)on the west end of Olinda Road near Valley View Road,installing drainage inlet to tie into an existing storm drain systema,and installing asphalt concrete path and dike;installing ADA(Americans with Disabilities Act)concrete curb ramps;installing pavement markings,striping,and signing;installing a'yellow crosswalk that extends from north to south across Olinda Road at Sherwood School;adjusting drainage inlets and utilities;and removing an existing brick and iron fence(approx.5 ft.by 170 ft,)in front of 5540 Olinda Read, that is in the County's right-cif-way in order to install sidewalk, trimming and removing vegetation. Throughout portions of the enure project, construction activities may]mpact the root systems Of some trees. In order to minimize damage to any of the trees,an roots exposed during excavation will be cut cleanly and tree branches will be trimmed. No stands of trees will be affected. Therefore,these trees do not constitute a scenic resource. Real property transactions may be necessary in support of this project. One lane of traffic will be open during construction activities. The project also consists of excavating the northern top bank slope of San Pablo Creek(creek)and rernovintwelve bay saplings,sial buckeye saplings,two live oak saplings,one bay tree(approx.3-Inca diameter at breast height Currently, tree roots are stabilizing the top slope of the creek, In order to ensure erosioncontrol and stabilization,rock and gabions will be installed; The project also consists of installing bridge foundations on the east and west sides of the creek; installing a prefabricated pedestrian bridge that extends across the creek;installing a chain link fence and gate at the southeast side of San Pablo Creek. Project Loci tion: The project is located in the wrest county area in the unincorporated community of El Sobrant on Olinda Road between Valley View Rd.and Robin Hood Drive. (Figures 1- ) This project is exempt from CEQA as a: Ministerial Project(Sec. 15268) _,_„ Other Statutory Exemption,Section Declared Emergency(Sec. 15269(x)) General Rule of Applicability(Section 15061(b)(3) Emergency Project(Sec.15269(b)or(c)} v Categorical Exemption, .Pass,3 for the fallowing reason(s): The project consists of construction and installation of limited numbers of small new facilities. Date: By: Community Development Department Representative AFFIaAVIT::C3F FILING AND VOST1NG l declare that on I received and posted this notice as required by California Public Resources Code Section 21152(c). 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