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SEPA checklist for Biosolids Permit.pdfPurpose of Checklist: #P71 CITY OF EDMONDS ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST The State Enviromnental Policy Act (SETA), chapter 43.21{:' RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider [lie environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact statement (1.`[S) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on (lie quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the agency identify impacts from YOLK proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be Clone) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required. Instructions for Applicants: This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal, Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an 1-[S, Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the best description you can. You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts, If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not know" or does not apply". Complete answers to the questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later. Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you, The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact. Use of checklist for nonproject proposats: For nonproject proposals complete this checklist and the supplemental sheet for nonproject actions (Part D). the leasd agency may exclude any question for the environmental elements (Part R) which they determine do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposalPor nonproject actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively. A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Submission of General Permit for 13iosolids Management from the Department of Ecology (DOE 2. Name of applicant: City ofEdinonds 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person., Pamela Randol h City of Edmonds Wastewater Treatment Plant 2002 ' Ave S., Edmonds WA, 98020 4. Date checklist prepared: 10.5.15 5. Agency requesting checklist: Ciiy ofEdmonds 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable); Completion by 10.29.15 Revised on 4115114 P71 - SEPA_ Checklist.doc Purge 1 of 19 (STAFF COM M F.NTS) 7. Do you have any pians for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. No (STAFF COMMENTS) 8. List any environmental information yon know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Determinations_has been issue in 199 and ieyicti od„amt_c7dowedr{l._,2010The environmental impact assessment was ger ormed during the treatment plaint const action w ... design .. _ . . _ _._... . _ _ .. �__... _ .. _ _ incineration or•.solic&Jisa1 rather than land 'biosolids. (STAFF COMMENTS) __._..... 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. No (STAFF COMM 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Local health authority will need to uppr_ov_e a contingency haulm plan. The DOE will issue a biosolids management permit for the Edmonds WWTP following a completed permit application. (STAFF COMMENTS) 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. WAC _Chapter 173-303 requires all Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW to apply for- apermit underthe biosolids management prograin, The act of submitting an a lication tri er••s SEPA which is desi ned to review the int act o land applying biosolids to agricultural land for beneficial reuse. The Edmonds POTW incinerates all solid by-products and does not practice land a lication however Edmonds is still required to apply or a biosolids mana ement permil. The City does not propose, nor does it anticipate changing -frorn-its c_u_rrenl_practice of incineration. It should be noted that the incinerator is shut down for maintenance procedures annually Lot, ypproximately one week and dia-ft this time solids are stored onsite. In the unlike!x event that unforeseen mechanical problems are encountered during the shutdown we may need to implement a contingency plan for hauling solids. If and when the hauling plan is implemented, dewater•ed solids will be disposed of in a land ill. Biosolids are not produced tom the Edmonds POTW and would never be land a lied and this practice is not part of this aQplicatfon. This SEPA checklist is bean Revised on 4115111 P7]----SF-P,4 _Checklist,doc Page 2 of 19 per orl2ted to subs adn�rnistrrun�c r'cdrrrremews orf 1h(' .51g1e 1-cgillation, uuc _the '_lrrnlrosrll " drsc lra,, rd he �,� u► r� _hniuc rl !? 1v. r s, o! ahern�it cr >hliccriior� l>crhs;,srrl>turllc?d 1n,1}OLS;, (STAFF COMMENTS) 12. Location of the proposal. Cive sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if ally, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate reaps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. Does not yp zIv (STAFF COMMENTS) TO BE COMPLETED BV APPLICANT B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General description of the site (circle one)- Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: Does not apo (STAFF COMMEN b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) C. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, and muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 4115111 P71 - SEPA_Checklist.doe Page 3 of 19 d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Does not anni}2 (STAFF COMM ENTS) C. Describe the purpose, type, total area and approximate quantities and total affected arca of any filling;, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Docs nol applh (STAFF COMMEN L Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Does not apply (STAFF COMME g. About what percent of the: site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) 2. AIR a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile, odors, and industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. No Construction. The conftenQ2 haulin 121an would be utiliMed in the unlikely event that the shutdown is longer that I week. If the hauling plan is implemented dewatered solids will be hauled with diesel powered_ trucks to the landfill. We anticipale 3 — 4 trucks loads per day at max. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may effect your proposal? If so, generally describe. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 4/15/14 P71-_SEP11_Checklist.doc Page 4 of 19 C. Proposed rneasures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to the, if any: 9 1 CJrint� c r?�r1,ur I,,ec�t{i�rrrrera! _._c tc nrlr>r•_c urrlircrN rs. in rr1rr�rglron Fs=ftcn slori{r,� Sr7lirls nrnitc,, will ensure a arcs{.... consists � a carhorr scruhhcrr, nful i,er7tilcrtion�crn. (STAFF COMME'NTS) ..... t4 X'1.•11I P1 V a. Surface: (1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, Fonds, and wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. Does not apply> (2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (wi(hin 200 feet) file described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. Does j7ol aunt , (STAFF COMM ENTS) (3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. Does not app (STAFF COMMENTS (4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. Does not a12,2 (STAFF COMMENTS (S) Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. Does not annly (STAFF COMMENTS) (6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. Does not annly (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 4115114 P71_.. _SEP,4_Cheek1is1.doe Page 5 of 19 b. Ground: (I) Will ground wafer be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well Will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. Does no!_gjljj (S'I'AM± COMMEN (2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals...; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. Does not aj2f2j, (S'T'AFF COMMEN C. Water Runoff (including storm water): (I) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. Does not crt�t?l , (STAFF COMME (2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. Does not annly (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. Does not a12121y (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: Devised on 4/15/14 P71LL SGPT Checklisl.doc Page 6 of 19 Does._t7ot I (STAFF COMMENTS) . .. ........... ..... 4. Plants — Duesnol a1111y a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other: evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other: shrubs grass pasture ..._-._.___ _---.- �._---_-- crop or train Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other: water plants: water lily, celgrass, rnilfoil, other: other types of vegetation: (STAFF CO b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Does not VpI (STAFF COMMENTS) _ C. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Does not aQ21 (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other materials to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: Does not apply (STARK' COMMENTS) Revised on 4115/14 P7I - SEPA Checklist.doc Page 7 of 19 e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near (he site. Does not a )l, (STAFF COMMENTS). .. ..... 5. Animals Does noLqppA, a. List any birds and other animals that have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Examples include: birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: (STAFF COMMENTS) b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) C. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. Does not apply Revised on 4/15/14 P71 - SEPA Checkhst.doc Page 8 of 19 AFF COMMENT G. Energy and Natural Resources a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. Does nota 2 )_ (STA FFCOMMENTS) .... .................. ...... .. _..._.._ .. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. Dries nol,.g�?t2l} (STAFF COMMENTS)__ C. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: Does_nol gpplicahle (STAFF COMMENTS). 7. Environmental Health a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so describe. Does nol apply (STAFF COMMENTS) (1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes undergrad hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. Does Revised on 4/15/14 P71 - SEPA Cheeklist.doc Page 9 of 19 (STAFF COM M ENTS) (3) Describe ally toxic or hazardous chemicals Iha( might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or constructions, or at any time during the operating life of the project. Does �?ot ar)f2_ (STAFF COM MENTS).._...._._....__._.m__. ._......_._..__...m_. (4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. Does not crn1:1,� (STAFF COMM I:N 1'S)_ _.._. _...._._...... .............. ......_...__. (5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: Docs not apply (STAFF COMMENTS)-- b. OMMENTS)_b. Noise (1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hour's noise would come from the site. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Does not a,aply (STAFF COMMENTS) Devised on 4/15/14 P71 _ SEPI C17ecklist.doe Page 10 of 19 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? if so, describe. Doc.' not uj111 (STAFF COMMENTS)_ _ b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres ►n farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfrom or nonforest use? Does not af)� (STAFF COMMENTS} _ . C. (1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting". If so, horn: Does notctp (STAFF COMMENTS) __ Describe any structures on the site. Does not ct / , (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Does not ap,2ly (STAFF COMMENTS) C. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Does not U,21� (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 4115114 P71 - SEP,4 Checklist.doc Page 11 of 19 f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Does not (STAT F COM M ENTS)............................ g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master plan designation of the site? Doesyl7oi oPpJ (STAFF COMMENTS)---.--..— ... ..................... ...................................._..........._.....__. li. Has any part of the site been classified critical area by the city? If so, specify. Does not, cr1&Iy (STAFF COMMENTS)—___—_—_—__ ----------------------- ,-.__..__...._...___._._._._...___._... i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Does not o l , (STAFF COMMENTS) j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? Does not a ! (STAFF COMMENTS) k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: Does not (STAFF COMMENTS) I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: Does not opply (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 4/15/14 P71 - SEPA1 Checklist. doe Page 12 of 19 ►n. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with nearby agricultural and forest lands of long- term commercial significance, if any: Does notcr171VU? (STAFF COMMENTS).-.---, . ...... . 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. Does Trot apply (STAFF COMMENTS)--_.., . . ........... ..... .... ... _. __.m.._._ --- ��- b. Approximately how many units, if any would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. Does not appy? (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) _. 10. Aesthetics a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principle exterior building material(s) proposed? Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Revised on 4/15/14 P71 - SEPA1 Checklist.doc Page 13 of 19 Does nor a1)11, (STAFF COMMENTS)_ 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What lime of day would it mainly occur'? Does not app (STAFF COMMENTS).---..... ... ..... .. ... b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Does not al?pl (STAFF COMMENTS)---- . ..... C. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? Does (STAFF COMMENTS) __. _.__.____. ____ d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Does (STAFF COMMENTS)_____._._ 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Does_not_apply (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreation uses? If so, describe. Does not auply (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 4115114 P71 - SEPA Cheeklist.doe Page 14 of 19 C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed in, or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers located ort or near the site? If so, specifically describe. Does not al)p1l (STAFF COM b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS date, etc. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) 14. Transportation Revised on 4/15/14 P71 _ SEP,4 Checklist. doe Page 15 of 19 a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. Does not cy�171a, (STAFF COMMI?NTS b. is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? Does not q1) 1}, {STAFF COM M C. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or nonproject proposal have? Mow many would the project or proposal eliminate? Does not cr?nb� (STAFF COMM d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or state transportation facilities not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). Does not app) (STAFF COMM e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. Does not gppl (STAFF COMM L How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and anpassenger vehicles). What data or transporation models were used to make these estimates? Does not apply (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 4/15114 P71 - SEPTI Cheeklist.doe Page 16 of 19 g. Will tl►e proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? li'so, generally describe. Docsnoi_cr1�� (STAT<I, COMM F NT :S) Ir. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: Does -no a11f�1y (STAFF COMM I, NTS)__._____ - 15. Public Services a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. Does..not a)?�ly (STAFF COMMENTS)..._ ..... _ b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any: Does nol._gj1211, (STAFF COMMENTS).__-____.__.__....... —. 16. Utilities a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other: Does not anph (STAFF COMMENTS)—.- b. OMMENTS)__ b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. Does not -apply (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 4/15/14 P71 - SEPA Cliecklist.doc Page 17 of 19 C. SIGNATURE I declare uTjer-p6ddl{ that thgA6d agency is perjury laws that the above answers are true and correct to the best of nay knowledge. 1 understand nt:�o"ri themOwpiakc its decision. of Proponent Date Submitted Revised on 4/15/14 P71---SETA.-Checklist. doe Page 18 of 19 D. SUPPLEMEN`T'AL SKEET FOR NON PRO.1ECI' AC'.TIONS (do not use this sheet.1br project cretiotts) Because these questions are very general, it ntay be helpful to read 01011) in conjunction with tile: list of, tile elements of the environment, When answering these questions, be aware ofthe extent the proposal, or the types ofactivitics likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a taster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms. 1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? Does nr�t-a)plj, Proposal measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? Does not apply Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: 3. How would the proposal: be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Does not apply Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: 4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands? Does not apply Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: 5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? Does nol qpply Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? Does not aWly Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. The proposal does not conflict with any laws since it is been completed at the direction of state law for the putpose o protection of the environment. Revised atr 4/15114 P71 - SEPA Checklist.doc Page 19 of 19