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Home My WebLink AboutMINUTES - 04102007 - C.4 I� TO: BOARD,,OF SUPERVISORS �`E s L °� Contra FROM: MAURICE M. SHIU, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR f Costa o, ,aa DATE: April 10, 2007 ___ t '`�~~ County '4 LOUR SUBJECT: DETERMINE that the Knightsen Pedestrain Project is a California Environmental Quality Act Class 1 Categorical Exemption; APPROVE the project and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or designee, to advertise the project, Knightsen area. (Road Funds) (District III) [CDD- CP# 06-122] Project No. 0676-6P4094/0662-6U4241 SPECIFIC REQUEST(S)OR RECOMMENDATION(S)&BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDED ACTION: DETERMINE that the Knightsen Pedestrain project is a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Class 1 Categorical Exemption, 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$50 fee to the County Clerk for filing the Notice of Exemption, and APPROVE the project, and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or designee, to advertise the project. Continued on Attachment: ® SIGNATURE: [� COMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR ❑ RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE APPROVE ❑ OTHER SIGNATURE(S): ACTION OF 110�4 ON APPROVED AS WCOMMENbED OTHER ❑ VO�E OF SUPERVISORS V 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. o y KB:sjji� G:\EngSvc\ENVIRO\BO\2007\(04-10-07)CEQA-Knightsen Ped.Project.doc ATTESTED: Orig.Div:Public Works(Environmental Section) JOHN CULLEN,CLE K OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND COUNTY Contact: Kimani Birden,(313-2190) ADMINISTRATOR cc: Administrator—Attn.E.Kuevor Auditor-Controller J.Ring,Community Development J.Dowling,Construction By Deputy K.Schuh,Transportation T.Torres,Environmental �I SUBJECT: DETERMINE that the Knightsen Pedestrian Project is a California Environmental Quality Act Class 1 Categorical Exemption; APPROVE the project and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or designee, to advertise the project, Knightsen area. (Road Funds) (District III) [CDD- CP#06-122] Project No. 0676-6P4094/0662-6U4241 DATE: April 10, 2007 PAGE: 2 of 2 FISCAL IMPACT: There is no impact to the County General Fund. This Grant Application project is funded by Road Funds. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATIONS AND BACKGROUND: The purpose of the project is to provide a pedestrian route to school for children attending Knightsen Elementary and to provide pedestrian access to destinations in downtown Knightsen. The proposed project consists of replacing 210 feet of deteriorating irregular concret sidewalk between 3055 Knightsen Avenue and A Street. A strip of approximately 6 foot,wide pavement adjacent to the sidewalk will be removed and repaved to conform to the planned installation of curbs and gutters. The northwest corner of Delta Road and Knightsen Avenue will have an asphalt concrete ramp replaced with a concrete curb ramp. Construction will consist of excavation and installation of a drainage inlet, pipe, manhole, placement of aggregate base, construction of formwork and placement of concrete. The project limits on Knightsen Avenue between Knightsen Avenue and Knightsen Elementary on Delta Road involves replacing a 750 foot long dirt and gravel soft shoulder with an asphalt pedestrian path. The southwest corner of the Knightsen Avenue-Delta Road intersection will have an AC pad constructed to facilitate pedestrian crossing of Delta Road, and to support pedestrian use of the path. Detectable warning surfaces will be installed at key crossing points. The path traverses a Burlington Northern Sante Fe Railway railroad crossing on Delta Road. This crossing will need to be modified to accommodate the pedestrian path. The pedestrian path may extend outside of the County right of way and an easement may need to be obtained from the Burlington Northern Sante Fe Railway. The installation of pedestrian crossing gates and warning devices will also be necessary. Construction will involve excavation to obtain the correct pavement depth,placement and compaction of aggregate base and asphalt. Both improvements will be constructed consistent with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The project is located in East County and will not result in the removal of any scenic resource. CONSEQUENCES OF NEGATIVE ACTION: Delay in;approving the project will result in a delay of design and construction and may jeopardize funding. Contra PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 'Costa INITIAL STUDY OF County ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE PROJECT # 0676-6P4094 & 0662-6U4241 C P# 06-122 PROJECT NAME: Knightsen Pedestrian Project PREPARED BY: Kimani Birden DATE: February 26, 2007 APPROVED BY: r DATE: RECOMMENDATIO ® Categorical Exemption (Class 1) ❑ 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 involves the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of existing public structures and facilities involving no expansion of use beyond previously existing conditions. What changes to the project would mitigate the identified impacts: N/A USGS Quad Sheet: Brentwood Base Map Sheet #:J26, J27 Parcel #: N/A GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS: 1. Location: The project is located in unincorporated East Contra Costa County; along the south side of Delta Road from Knigthsen Avenue to Knightsen Elementary and on the East side of Knightsen Avenue from 3055 Knightsen Avenue to A Street (Figs. 1-3). 2. Project Description: The purpose of this project is to provide a pedestrian route to school for children attending Knightsen Elementary and to provide pedestrian access to destinations in Downtown Knightsen. This area of Knightsen has non-standard sidewalks that are in disrepair. The project section on Knightsen Avenue between 3055 Knightsen Avenue and A Street will replace 210 feet of deteriorating irregular concrete sidewalk.A strip of approximately 6 foot wide pavement adjacent to the sidewalk will be removed and repaved to conform to standard elevation with the planned installation of curbs and gutters. The northwest corner of Delta Road and Knightsen Avenue will have an asphalt concrete ramp replaced with a concrete curb ramp. Construction will consist of excavation and installation of a drainage inlet, pipe, manhole, placement of aggregate base, construction of formwork and placement of concrete. The project section between Knigthsen Avenue and Knightsen Elementary on Delta Road will replace a 750 foot long dirt and gravel soft shoulder with an asphalt pedestrian path. The southwest corner of the Knigthsen Avenue-Delta Road intersection will have an AC pad constructed to facilitate pedestrian crossing of Delta Road, and to support pedestrian use of the path. Detectable warning surfaces will be installed at key crossing points. The path traverses a Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway railroad crossing on Delta Road heading toward Knightsen Elementary that will need to be modified to accommodate the pedestrian path. The pedestrian path may extend outside of the county Right of Way and an easement may need to be obtained from the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway. The installation of pedestrian crossing gates and warning devices will also be necessary. The construction will involve excavation to obtain the correct pavement depth, placement and compaction of aggregate base and asphalt. Both sections will be constructed consistent with Americans with Disabilities (ADA) standards. tt:KB 1 G:\EngSvc\ENVIRO\TransEng\Knightsen Pedestrian\CEQA\Initial Study.doc Form Updated: July 21,2006 Last printed 2/26/2007 5:20:00 PM Knightsen Pedestrian Project 0676-6P4094 & 0662-6U4241/ CP# 06-122 Initial Study Page 2 Although the majority of the construction activity will occur on existing roadway shoulders, it may be necessary to close one lane of traffic on Knightsen Avenue during construction to accommodate construction machinery and activity. Since Knightsen Avenue and Delta Avenue have two lanes, at least one lane of traffic will be open at all times during construction activities to ensure adequate access is retained.The construction at the railroad crossing will close Delta Road for 3 to 5 days during the summer school break. To assist vehicle and pedestrian traffic, flaggers and clear road signs will be used to direct traffic and reduce traffic delays. Emergency vehicle access will be allowed at all times. All pedestrian traffic on Delta Road will be directed to the north side of the roadway during construction. In order to minimize damage to any near by trees, any roots exposed during excavation will be cut cleanly and tree branches will be trimmed. Real property transactions and utility relocations may be necessary in support of this project. 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? 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Project Title, Description, Common Name (if any) and Location: Knightsen Pedestrian Project Project No. 0676-6P4094&0662-6U4241 County File CP# 06-122 Project Description: The purpose of this project is to provide a pedestrian route to school for children attending Knightsen Elementary and to provide pedestrian access to destinations in Downtown Knightsen.This area of Knightsen has non-standard sidewalks that are in disrepair. The project section between 3055 Knightsen Avenue and A Street will replace 210 feet of deteriorating irregular concrete sidewalk.A strip of approximately 6 foot wide pavement adjacent to the sidewalk will be removed and repaved to conform to standard elevation with the planned installation of curbs and gutters.The northwest corner of Delta Road and Knightsen Avenue will have an asphalt concrete ramp replaced with a concrete curb ramp.Construction will consist of excavation and installation of a drainage inlet, pipe, manhole, placement of aggregate base, construction of formwork and placement of concrete. The project section on Knightsen Avenue between Knigthsen Avenue and Knightsen Elementary on Delta Road will replace a 750 foot long dirt and gravel soft shoulder with an asphalt pedestrian path. The southwest corner of the Knigthsen Avenue-Delta Road intersection will have an AC pad constructed to facilitate pedestrian crossing of Delta Road, and to support pedestrian use of the path. Detectable warning surfaces will be installed at key crossing points. The path traverses a Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway railroad crossing on Delta Road heading toward Knightsen Elementary that will need to be modified to accommodate the pedestrian path.The pedestrian path may extend outside of the county Right of Way and an easement may need to be obtained from the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway. The installation of pedestrian crossing gates and warning devices will also be necessary.The construction will involve excavation to obtain the correct pavement depth, placement and compaction of aggregate base and asphalt. Both sections will be constructed consistent with Americans with Disabilities (ADA) standards. Although the majority of the construction activity will occur on existing roadway shoulders, it may be necessary to close one lane of traffic on Knightsen Avenue during construction to accommodate construction machinery and activity. Since Knightsen Avenue and Delta Avenue have two lanes, at least one lane of traffic will be open at all times during construction activities to ensure adequate access is retained.The construction at the railroad crossing will close Delta Road for 3 to 5 days during the summer school break. To assist vehicle and pedestrian traffic, flaggers and clear road signs will be used to direct traffic and reduce traffic delays. Emergency vehicle access will be allowed at all times. All pedestrian traffic on Delta Road will be directed to the north side of the roadway during construction. In order to minimize damage to any near by trees, any roots exposed during excavation will be cut cleanly and tree branches will be trimmed. Real property transactions and utility relocations may be necessary in support of this project. At least one lane of traffic will be open at all times during construction activities to ensure adequate access is retained. Project Location: The project is located in unincorporated East Contra Costa County. This project is exempt from CEQA as a: ❑ Ministerial Project (Sec. 15268) X Categorical Exemption, Class 1 ❑ Declared Emergency (Sec. 15269(a)) ❑ Other Statutory Exemption, Section ❑ Emergency Project(Sec. 15269(b)or(c)) ❑ General Rule of Applicability[Section 1506.1 (b) (3)) For the following reason(s): The project involves the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of existing public structures and facilities involving no expansion of use beyond previously existing conditions. 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: Department of Fish and Game Fees Due Public Works Department ❑ EIR-$2,500 Total Due: $ 255 Glacier Drive ❑ Neg. Dec. -$1,800 Total Paid $ Martinez, CA 94553 ❑ DeMinimis Findings-$0 Attn:Kimani Birden ® County Clerk -$50 Receipt#: Environmental Section ® Community Development Dept. -$25 G:\EngSvc\ENVIRO\TransEng\Knightsen Pedestrian\CEQA\NOE-form.doc Updated July 21,2006 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: (925) 313-2190 Contact Person: Kimani Birden- Public Works Dept. Project Title, Description, Common Name (if any) and Location: Knightsen Pedestrian Project Project No. 0676-6P4094&0662-6U4241 County File CP# 06-122 Project Description: The purpose of this project is to provide a pedestrian route to school for children attending Knightsen Elementary and to provide pedestrian access to destinations in Downtown Knightsen.This area of Knightsen has non-standard sidewalks that are in disrepair. The project section between 3055 Knightsen Avenue and A Street will replace 210 feet of deteriorating irregular concrete sidewalk.A strip of approximately 6 foot wide pavement adjacent to the sidewalk will be removed and repaved to conform to standard elevation with the planned installation of curbs and gutters.The northwest corner of Delta Road and Knightsen Avenue will have an asphalt concrete ramp replaced with a concrete curb ramp.Construction will consist of excavation and installation of a drainage inlet, pipe, manhole, placement of aggregate base, construction of formwork and placement of concrete. The project section on Knightsen Avenue between Knigthsen Avenue and Knightsen Elementary on Delta Road will replace a 750 foot long dirt and gravel soft shoulder with an asphalt pedestrian path. The southwest corner of the Knigthsen Avenue-Delta Road intersection will have an AC pad constructed to facilitate pedestrian crossing of Delta Road, and to support pedestrian use of the path. Detectable warning surfaces will be installed at key crossing points. The path traverses a Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway railroad crossing on Delta Road heading toward Knightsen Elementary that will need to be modified to accommodate the pedestrian path.The pedestrian path may extend outside of the county Right of Way and an easement may need to be obtained from the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway. The installation of pedestrian crossing gates and warning devices will also be necessary. The construction will involve excavation to obtain the correct pavement depth, placement and compaction of aggregate base and asphalt. Both sections will be constructed consistent with Americans with Disabilities (ADA) standards. Although the majority of the construction activity will occur on existing roadway shoulders, it may be necessary to close one lane of traffic on Knightsen Avenue during construction to accommodate construction machinery and activity.Since Knightsen Avenue and Delta Avenue have two lanes, at least one lane of traffic will be open at all times during construction activities to ensure adequate access is retained.The construction at the railroad crossing will close Delta Road for 3 to 5 days during the summer school break. To assist vehicle and pedestrian traffic, flaggers and clear road signs will be used to direct traffic and reduce traffic delays. Emergency vehicle access will be allowed at all times. All pedestrian traffic on Delta Road will be directed to the north side of the roadway during construction. In order to minimize damage to any near by trees, any roots exposed during excavation will be cut cleanly and tree branches will be trimmed. Real property transactions and utility relocations may be necessary in support of this project. At least one lane of traffic will be open at all times during construction activities to ensure adequate access is retained. Project Location: The project is located in unincorporated East Contra Costa County. This project is exempt from CEQA as a: ❑ Ministerial Project (Sec. 15268) X Categorical Exemption, Class I ❑ Declared Emergency (Sec. 15269(a)) ❑ Other Statutory Exemption, Section ❑ Emergency Project(Sec. 15269(b)or(c)) ❑ General Rule of Applicability iSeetion 15061 (b) (.3)1 For the following reason(s): The project involves the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of existing public structures and facilities involving no expansion of use beyond previously existing conditions. 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: Department of Fish and Game Fees Due Public Works Department ❑ EIR-$2,500 Total Due: $ 255 Glacier Drive ❑ Neg. Dec.-$1,800 Total Paid $ Martinez, CA 94553 ❑ DeMinimis Findings-$0 Attn:Kimani Birden ® County Clerk-$50 Receipt#: Environmental Section ® Community Development Dept. -$25 G:\EngSvc\ENVIRO\TransEng\Knightsen Pedestrian\CEQA\NOE-form.doc Updated July 21,2006