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RCW 197-11-970 Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS)
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Description of proposal: AT&T Mobility is proposing to modify an existing wireless site by replacing the
existing antennas with a new model that supports LTE technology, in order to provide LTE in the subject
area of Edmonds. The ground equipment will also be upgraded. As part of the antenna replacement, the
existing utility pole must also be replaced. (File No. PLN20130018)
Proponent: AT&T Mobility
Location of proposal, including street address if any: City of Edmonds right-of-way on Main Street
(adjacent to 9114 207th Place W)
Lead agency: City of Edmonds
The lead agency has determined that the requirements for environmental analysis and protection
have been adequately addressed in the development regulations and comprehensive plan adopted
under chapter 36.70A RCW, and in other applicable local, state, or federal laws or rules, as
provided by RCW 43.21C.240 and WAC 197-11-158 and/or mitigating measures have been applied
that ensure no significant adverse impacts will be created.
An environmental impact statement is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was
made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead
agency. This information is available to the public on request.
There is no comment period for this DNS.
XX This DNS is issued under 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14
days from the date below. Comments must be submitted by May 23, 2013.
Project Planner: Mike Clugston, AICP, Associate Planner
Responsible Official: Rob Chave, Planning Manager
Contact Information: City of Edmonds 1121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, WA 98020 425-771-0220
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Date: May 8, 2013 Signature:G��
XX You may appeal this determination to Robert Chave, Planning Manager, at 121 5th Avenue
North, Edmonds, WA 98020, by filing a written appeal citing the specific reasons for the
appeal with the required appeal fee, adjacent property owners list and notarized affidavit form
no later than May 23, 2013 . You should be prepared to make specific factual objections.
Contact the project planner to read or ask about the procedures for SEPA appeals.
XX Posted on May 9, 2013 , at the Edmonds Public Library and Edmonds Public Safety
Building. Published in the Everett Herald. Emailed to the Department of Ecology SEPA
Center (SEPAunit(a)ecy.wa.gov). Mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the site.
The SEPA Checklist, project plans, location map, and DNS are available at www.edmondswa.gov through the
Permits Online link. Search for file number PLN20130018. These materials are also available for viewing at the
Planning Division — located on the second floor of City Hall: 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020.
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Mailed notice to the following:
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Snohomish County Health District
Outside rlant Engineer, North Region
Attn: Bruce Straughn
1525 75t St. SW Suite 200
3020 Rocker Ave
Everett, WA 98203
Everett, WA 98201-3900
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Washington State Dept. of Transportation
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Puget Sound Energy
Attn: Ramin Pazooki
Attn: Elaine Babby
SnoKing Developer Services, MS 221
PO Box 97034, M/S EST -11 W
15700 Dayton Ave. N.
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
PO Box 330310
Seattle, WA 98133-9710
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Jennifer Taylor
Ryka Consulting
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Tulalip Tribal Council
918 S Horton St., #1002
6700 Totem Beach Road
Seattle, WA 98134
Marysville, WA 98270
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Betty Tobin
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Snohomish County Fire District No. 1
Snohomish Co. PUD
Headquarters Station No. 1
PO Box 1107
Attn.: Director of Fire Services
Everett, WA 98206-1107
12310 Meridian Avenue South
Everett, WA 98208-5764
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Kojo Fordjour Department of Ferries
Environmental Manager
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Community Transit
2901 3 Ave., Suite 500
Attn.:Brent Russell
7100 Hardeson Road
Seattle, WA 98121-3014
Everett, WA 98203
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Kristin Kelly
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Olympic View Water & Sewer District
Snohomish Co/Skagit Co Program Director
23725 Edmonds Way
1429 Avenue D, PMB 532
Edmonds, WA 98020
Snohomish, WA 98290
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CHECKLISTENVIRONMENTAL
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental
impacts of a proposal before snaking decisions. An environmental impact statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with
probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide infonnation to help
you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done) 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 EIS. 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 proposals:
Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." IN ADDITION,
complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D).
For 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: AT&T - SN63 Edmonds Ridge
2. Name of applicant: AT&T
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
AT&T Mobility c/o R.yka Consulting (Jennifer Taylor)
918 S Horton St #1002
Seattle, WA 98134 206-228-2127
4. Date checklist prepared: April 9, 2013
5. Agency requesting checklist: Cibv of Edmonds
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6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Construction will commence as soon as all applicable approvals are received.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this
proposal? If yes, explain.
At this time there are no plans for future additions or expansions.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related
to this proposal.
AT&T and its agents are not aware of other environmental information prepared
for this proposal.
(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.
AT&T and its agents are not aware of pending applications for other proposals
affecting this property.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
Administrative conditional use approval, SEPA determination, and ROW
building permit approval.
(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.
AT&T proposes to upgrade the technology and service at the existing wireless
facility located on a SnoPUD utility pole in the right-of-way. SnoPUD is replacing
the existing utility pole with a taller utility pole. AT&T will relocate existing
antennas onto the new pote and add two.
New radio equipment that supports the antennas will be placed in the existing
underground equipment vault.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your
proposed project, including a street address, if any, 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 maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related
to this checklist.
The project will take place in the right-of-way of Main street. The existing wireless
facility is under the address of 9114 207th PL W, Edmonds, Washington. The site is
adjacent to parcel number 00567400000800.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other:
The site is generally flat and the adjacent area has rolling hills.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
The approximately slope is less than 1% in the project area.
(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 prime farmland.
The general soil types in the area are not known.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
AT&T and its agents are not aware of indications or history of unstable soils
in the vicinity.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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e. Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source
of fill.
There is no proposed filling or grading.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
L Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
Erosion is unlikely as no clearing is required and construction impacts to the
earth are minimal.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for
example, asphalt or buildings)?
This project will not create new impervious surfaces.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
Other than best management practices during construction, no other
measures are proposed.
(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.
There may be minor dust associated with construction vehicles. After project
completion there will be no air emissions.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may effect your proposal? If so, generally describe.
There are no offsite sources of odors or emissions that would affect this project.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to the, if any:
No measures proposed at this time.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
3. WATER
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, ponds, and wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names.
If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
There are no surface water bodies in the immediate vicinity of the
site.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
(2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If
yes, please describe and attach available plans.
This project will not require work within 200 feet of any waters.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
(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.
This project does not include fill and dredge materials from water or
wetlands.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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(4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description,
purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
This project does not require water withdrawals or diversions.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
(5) Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
The site is not in a 100 -year flood plain.
(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.
There will be no discharges of waste materials to surface waters.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Ground:
(1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No ground water will be withdrawn nor water discharged to ground waters.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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(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.
This type of facility does not generate waste materials.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. Water Runoff (including storm water):
(1) 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.
This project will not alter or impact runoff collection and disposal.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
(2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
There are no waste materials from this project that could enter waters.
(STAFF
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any:
No impacts to surface, ground or runoff waters are expected therefore no
measures are proposed at this time to control such impacts.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other:
evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other:
shrubs
L_ grass
pasture
crop or grain
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other:
water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other:
other types of vegetation:
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
AT&T's antenna modification project will not remove vegetation.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None known.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other materials to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site,
if any:
No new landscaping is proposed.
(STAFF
5. Animals
a. Check or circle any birds and animals that have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or
near the site:
X 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.
None known.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
AT&T and its agents are not aware of a migration route on this site.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
No proposed measures at this time.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
6. 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.
Electric energy is used to power the radio equipment and is already in place on
the site.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally
describe.
This project will not affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties.
(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:
No energy conservation features are included at this time.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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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.
This project will not create any new health hazards.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
(1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
This project will not impact special emergency services.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
(2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
A NIER report was submitted with the ACU application demonstrating
that the site will be in compliance with FCC regulations. No measures are
needed.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Noise
(1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment,
operation, other)?
There is no noise in the area that will affect this project.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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(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.
There will be construction noise during installation. After project
completion it is unlikely there will be any additional noise as equipment is
located underground within a vault.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
(3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Associated equipment is to be located inside the underground utility
vault which will reduce potential noise.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
The project site is within the City right-of-way. Adjacent properties are residential.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
This site has not been used for agriculture.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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C. Describe any structures on the site.
There is an existing utility pole and an underground utility vault.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
The existing utility pole will be removed once the new pole is in place.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
The site is located in the unzoned right-of-way adjacent to residential
zones.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
The site is located in the right-of-way.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master plan designation of the site?
Not applicable
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.
This site has not been classified as "environmentally sensitive."
(STAFF COMMENTS)
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
The site is unmanned
(STAFF COMMENTS)
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
No people will be displaced as a result of this project.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
No measures proposed as no impacts are expected.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if
any:
The proposed antennas will be flush -mounted to the wood pole and painted to
match. The use is already in existence at this location.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income
housing.
No housing units will be provided.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Approximately how many units, if any would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income
housing.
No housing units will be eliminated.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
No measures proposed as no impacts are expected.
(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?
The replacement wood utility pole will be 50' in height.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
No views in the immediate vicinity will be obstructed. The antennas will be
flush -mounted to the replacement pole which is taller but will not substantially
affect any views in the area.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
The proposed antennas will be painted to match the replacement pole.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?
This project will not produce light or glare
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
This project will not produce light or glare.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
There are no off-site sources of light or glare will affect this proposal.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
No measures proposed as no impacts are expected.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
Yost Park is in the nearby vicinity of the site.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreation uses? If so, describe.
This project will not displace any existing recreational uses.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be
provided by the project or applicant, if any:
No measures proposed as no impacts are expected.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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13. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preservation registers
known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe.
There are no places or objects near the site known to be listed on or proposed
for preservation registers.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance
known to be on or next to the site.
There are no landmarks or such evidence near the site.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
No measures proposed as no impacts are expected.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existing street
system. Show on site plans, if any.
The site is located in the right-of-way of Main Street between Park Place and
12th Avenue North.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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b. Is site currently served by public transit? If no, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit
stop?
Not applicable to this project.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
C. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate?
This project will not create or eliminate parking spaces.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
d. Will the proposal require any new roads, streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not
including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private).
This project will not require new roads, streets or improvements to existing_
ones.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so,
generally describe.
Not applicable to this project.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when
peak volumes would occur.
The project will not create additional traffic to the site as the use is
already in place.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
No measures proposed as no impacts are expected.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police
protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
This project will not create an increase in need for public services.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any:
No measures proposed as no impacts are expected
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the sielectricity, atural gas, water, refuse service, telephone,
sanitary sewer, septic system, other
(STAFF COMMENTS)
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.
No new utilities are proposed for this project.
(STAFF COMMENTS)
I declare under penalty of perjury laws that the above answers are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand
that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
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