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SEPA_Checklist.pdfC m' SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST OCT 2 7 2015 PLANNING DE=PT Purpose of checklist: Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal. Instructions for applicants: This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use "not applicable" or "does not apply" onl when youcan. ex lain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision- making process. 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. Instructions for Lead Agencies: Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents. Use of checklist for nonproject proposals:hf elpl For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET P fd NO,NPROJECT Acrt NS art D Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non -projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements —that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal. A. Backgroundhf pi 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:hf elpl Marina Beach Park Master Plan 2. Name of applicant:hf gI City of Edmonds, Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:hf elpl Carrie Hite, Director SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 1 of 17 City of Edmonds, Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 700 Main Street Edmonds, WA 98020 (425) 771-0256 Carrie, Hite edmondswa, ov 4. Date checklist prepared:hf pM July 31, 2015 5. Agency requesting checklist: ffiel City of Edmonds 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):hf elpl The Marina Beach Park Master Plan (Plan) is scheduled to be approved in October 2015 and implemented when funding is available during the summer of 2017 or 2018. It is anticipated that the project would be implemented in phases and for Marina Beach Park (Park) to remain open to the public during construction, as feasible. Implementation of the Plan may be phased to include one phase of Park upgrades and a second phase of daylighting Willow Creek. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.hf e None are known at this time. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal.hf elpl • Cultural Resources Report — Cultural Resource Consultants, Inc., June 20, 2014 • Willow Creek Daylight Project Geotechnical Assessment — Shannon & Wilson, Inc., November 24, 2014 • Willow Creek Daylighting Early Feasibility Study, Edmonds, WA — Shannon & Wilson, Inc., May 10, 2013 • Dayton Street and SR 104 Storm Drainage Alternatives Study — Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) and Herrera Environmental Consultants, Inc., August 2013 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. 1LpjpJ No pending applications are known at this time. Other potential projects in the area include the Edmonds Crossing Project (proposes to relocate the Edmonds Ferry Terminal between Marina Park and the marina), improvements to BNSF railway crossings, and storm drainage improvements at Dayton Street and SR 104. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. hf9 • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Clean Water Act Section 10 Permit • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Clean Water Act Section 404 Permit • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 Permit • Washington State Department of Ecology - Clean Water Act Section 401 Permit • Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife - Hydraulic Project Approval • City of Edmonds - Shoreline Substantial Development Permit • City of Edmonds - Building Application • City of Edmonds - Clearing Permit SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 2 of 17 • City of Edmonds - Grading Permit • City of Edmonds - Critical Areas approval • City of Edmonds - Stormwater approval 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the 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. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.)hf elpl The City of Edmonds is developing the Marina Beach Park Master Plan, which is a conceptual plan for guiding improvements at the Marina Beach Park. The Plan proposes to reconfigure Park amenities to maintain current uses, including open lawn, a play area, picnic tables, and pedestrian paths, in addition to improving recreational uses by adding a permanent restroom and extend pedestrian paths to multiple overlooks. The Plan further proposes to daylight the downstream section of Willow Creek within the Park to improve ecological function and fish passage between Puget Sound and Edmonds Marsh. Pedestrian access across the creek would be provided by two pedestrian bridges. The off -leash dog park, with some improvements, is to remain on the southeast portion of the Park. 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 the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a 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. hel The Park is located at 470 Admiral Way, Edmonds, WA 98020. It is within Section 26, Township 27 North, Range 3 East. The project area includes the existing Park lawn, beach area, and off - leash dog area to the south of the terminus of Admiral Way, south of the Port of Edmonds marina breakwall, and west of the BNSF Railroad to the high tide line. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 3 of 17 B. Environmental Elementshf eM 1. Earth h a. General description of the site:hf e (circle one): Flat olling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?hf elpl The lawn area of the Park contains a hill that is approximately 10 percent slope into the parking lot to the northeast. The rest of the site has an approximate 5 percent slope from the highest points of the Park to sea level. c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, 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.hf elpl The soils within the Park consist of fill material overlaying beach deposits interlayered with marsh deposits. The fill material ranges from silty sand with gravel and cobbles to clayey sand with gravel and cobbles. The beach deposits range from medium dense, poorly graded sand with silt to poorly graded sand and gravel with variable amounts of silt and wood fragments. The marsh deposits are silty sands laminated with sandy silt and peat (Shannon & Wilson 2014). d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.hf elpl The project site is mapped on the Washington State Coastal Atlas as unstable due to the steep slope east of the railroad tracks, along the east side of the project area. The closest mapped landslide occurred along the shoreline about % mile south of the project site (Shannon & Wilson 2014). Shoreline sediment transport and erosion is expected at the project site due to natural shoreline processes. e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. LLpjpJ The project proposes several activities that would require filling, excavation, and grading. The southeastern parking lot would be removed from near the Park entrance to the end of the southeastern paved area and the area graded to become part of the new creek bank and recreation area for the Park. The new channel for Willow Creek would be excavated along the proposed alignment from the railroad, through the Park, to Puget Sound. The remaining parking lot would be expanded to include additional parking stalls, matching the total number of existing stalls in the parking lot, and a roundabout on the western end. Pedestrian trails and overlooks would be graded and paved throughout the Park. The total area and approximate quantities of each activity would be calculated when final designs are established. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. hf ei Soil erosion during rain events could occur as a result of site clearing and grading. Erosion from the new creek channel may occur as a result of natural stream and shoreline processes. Proposed prevention measures are described below. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?hf e It is estimated that approximately 18 percent of the existing site is covered in impervious surfaces. The proposed project design would result in approximately 22 percent impervious surface SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 4 of 17 coverage, which includes trail surfaces, overlooks, parking lot and roundabout, bathroom, play area, and pedestrian bridges over Willow Creek. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:hf pjpJ Methods to reduce slope destabilization and erosion include retaining walls, lagging, and geogrid reinforcement and would be used when necessary on slopes, in particular at the toe of the steep slope to the east of the project near where excavation for the new channel would occur. Furthermore, erosion would be minimized through the development and implementation of a Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan (TESC) and execution of Best Management Practices (BMPs): • TESC measures would be installed prior to clearing, grubbing, excavation, and grading activities. • High -visibility fencing would be installed to delineate clearing and construction limits. • Where necessary, sediment controls would be installed (e.g., check dams, silt fences, drain inlet protections, and stabilized construction entrances) to prevent release of sediments from construction areas. • Construction materials would be clean, covered when appropriate, and placed in a manner to prevent erosion and siltation that might result from heavy rains. • Any waste material, debris, or spoils would be disposed of at an approved and permitted upland commercial site or approved waste site. • Containment measures would be implemented at staging and material stockpile areas to prevent runoff. • All disturbed ground or exposed areas would be stabilized with appropriate covering (e.g., plastic, weed -free straw, and mulch). • Disturbed areas would be restored by means of mulching and planting with native plant species. • For long-term erosion protection, the streamside and other upland areas will be planted with native vegetation. 2. Airhf elpl a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction, operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known.hf elpl Dust could be released into the air during excavation activities, installation of backfill materials, and during transport of materials to and from the site. Operating diesel- and gasoline -powered construction equipment (water truck, compactors, dump truck, excavator, cement/mortar mixers, cranes, graders, tractors/loaders/backhoes, bull dozers, and front end loaders) would also release exhaust emissions and odors into the air. After construction, the project would not generate emissions to the air. The following table provides a summary of the estimated emissions that would be released in the air as a result of constructing the project according to the Procedures Document for National Emissions Inventory, Criteria Air Pollutants, 1985-1999 (US EPA 2001). Air emissions that would be released in the air as a result of operation, maintenance, and recreation visits as a result of the project are not anticipated to different from existing conditions. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 5 of 17 Estimated Emission Type of Emission Pollutant(tons/yr.) Volatile rganic Compounds (VOCs) ............................._ ... O 0.061 Carbon Monoxide (CO) 0.256 Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) 0.642 Particulate Matter Less than 10 Microns in Diameter PM -10 0.053 Particulate Matter Less than 2.5 Microns in Diameter (PM -2.5) 0.051 Sulfur Dioxide (S02)0.093 Carbon Dioxide (CO2) 67.400 b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe.hf elpl There are no off-site sources of emissions or odor that would affect the proposal. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:hf elgl The contractor would be required to implement standard BMPs for the control of air emissions and fugitive dust. These BMPs would include: • Keep all paved surfaces within the project area clean to prevent the release of dust from the site • Remove dirt from trucks and other construction equipment before leaving the site to prevent loose material from being tracked onto local streets • Thoroughly clean the roadway surface each workday • Completely cover the beds of trucks transporting debris, gravel, soil, mulch or other loose material to or from the site with tarps or other appropriate cover • Cover all stockpiles with plastic sheeting or other appropriate covering to control the release of dust • Keep diesel- and gasoline—powered construction equipment in good working order and fitted with appropriate muffler and exhaust systems • Minimize vehicle idling 3. Waterhf e a. Surface Water: 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, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.hf elpl Currently, there are no surface waters within the project area. Surface waters in the immediate vicinity of the site include Puget Sound to the southwest of the project area and Willow Creek to the northeast. Willow Creek flows from uplands through Edmonds Marsh then through a culvert under the BNSF Railroad on the east side of the project area, into a stormwater pipe along Admiralty Way, and under the project area in Marina Beach Park to an outfall in Puget Sound on the southwest side of the project area. The project proposes to create surface waters within the project area by excavating a new channel and daylighting Willow Creek. 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.hf e SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 6 of 17 Yes. The project proposes to daylight Willow Creek through the project area, which is within 200 feet of Puget Sound. Once the channel is excavated, up to two pedestrian bridges are proposed to be constructed over the new Willow Creek channel. The bridge footings may be installed within the ordinary high water mark, but all other structions would be installed landward of the ordinary high water mark. Landscaping, trails, and other recreation space would be installed within 200 feet of the new Willow Creek channel and Puget Sound. 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. JLpjpJ No fill or dredge material would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands during the proposed project. 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.hf gj The proposed project may require surface water diversions when connecting the existing channel of Willow Creek with the new Willow Creek channel. Specific methodology and quantities for water diversion would be specified in the final project design plans and integrated into the relevant permit applications. The diversion of surface water would be temporary until the channel connections are constructed, then the surface water would permanently flow through the new Willow Creek channel. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. hf elpl The portion of the project area along the shore of Puget Sound, including a portion of the proposed daylighted channel of Willow Creek, is within the mapped 100 -year floodplain. The area of the project upgradient from the shore where structures would be placed is not within a mapped 100 -year floodplain, with the exception of the Willow Creek marsh, which is beyond the Park extents. 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. hf @ No, the proposed project does not involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters. b. Ground Water: 1) Will groundwater 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 groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.hf elpl No, groundwater would not be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes. 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.hf elpl There would be no waste material that is discharged into the ground. c. Water runoff (including stormwater): SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 7 of 17 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.hf gj The source of runoff during construction and operation would be precipitation. Quantities of runoff are not known, but would be determined during final design when temporary and permanent storm water facilities would be sized. It is estimated that the quantity of runoff associated with operation of the project would not be greater than current conditions. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.hf elpl The parking lot extension would be subject to vehicular use and therefore would be considered a pollution-generating impervious surface (PGIS). The stormwater runoff design is outlined in Question 3cl, above. The remaining elements of the Plan are not considered to be PGIS or pollution-generating hard surface since it would not be subject to vehicular use, industrial activities, or storage of erodible or leachable materials, wastes, or chemicals; thus, no waste materials would enter the ground or surface waters. Potential soil contamination from historic uses is discussed further in Section 7, Question A.1, below, and in detail in the Willow Creek Daylight Project conceptual Level Geotechnical Assessment prepared by Shannon & Wilson (2014). Disturbances of previously contaminated soils during construction may cause waste materials to enter ground or surface waters and would require proper remediation prior to construction. 3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe.hf e The new Willow Creek channel would redirect flow from the existing underground pipe to the daylighted channel running through the Park. This channel would connect to the existing Willow Creek open channel northeast of the Park. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any:hf e During construction of the project, the contractor would reduce and control surface and runoff water impacts by adhering to the requirements of the TESC plans and permit conditions. BMPs implemented during construction may include: • Implementation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) • Limiting clearing and land disturbing activities to the minimum area needed to construct the project • Use of wattles and silt fences to control stormwater runoff flow rates and to prevent sediment from entering surface waters • Storm drain inlet protection to prevent sediment discharges • Stabilizing temporary stormwater facilities with rocks or quarry spalls to prevent scour and erosion • Employing temporary (e.g., weed -free mulch and plastic sheeting) and permanent (mulch) cover measures to protect disturbed areas. • Temporary covering of fill material stockpiles to prevent erosion and sediment release • Frequent sweeping of silt from roadway surfaces to prevent sediment runoff • Daily inspection of flow and erosion control TESC facilities and maintenance of facilities for continued proper functioning 4. Plantshf e a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:hf e SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 8 of 17 x deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other: oak evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other x shrubs x grass _pasture _crop or grain Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops. wet soil plants: 'cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other _water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other x other types of vegetation: tidal grasses and herbs b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?hf elpl The oak trees located within the lawn area would remain. Some grassy lawn would be removed to allow for native plantings in the creek buffer and for an extension of the parking lot. Additional lawn would be planted with grass to the northwest of the existing area to provide adequate lawn space. Exact amounts would be determined when the Plan is finalized. c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.hj elpl There are no known threatened or endangered plant species on or near the site. According to the Washington Natural Heritage Program, there are no federally listed threatened or endangered plant species in the section, township, and range in which the project is found (WDNR 2015). d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any:hf elpl The existing Park landscaping would be extended into the similarly planted new Park space with the addition of native plantings. A 50 -foot buffer around Willow Creek would be vegetated with native plants. Vegetation along the channel on the eastern side of the Park would be a mosaic of native upland trees and shrubs along the top and upper portions of the bank. Lower bank areas along the channel in the eastern side of the Park would transition to salt -tolerant shrubs, sedges, and grasses to an elevation above the mean tide level. Vegetation along the channel in the western side of the Park and current open beach area would look very similar to today's, beach The upper channel banks would have a sporadic patchwork of drift wood and salt -grasses„ and the bed of the channel would have similar sandy -gravelly materials. ° e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site,heel j , Herrera Environmental Consultants observed invasive species including Himalayan blackberry,`"° (Rubus anneniacus) and Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius) on a ,dune 17, 2015, site visit. �f M 5. Animalshf elpl < a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Ltpjo Examples include: birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: harbor seals fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: geoducks, Dungeness crab According to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Priority Habitat and Species (PHS) database (WDFWa 2015) and Salmonscape database (WDFWb 2015), Willow Creek has documented presence of coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) and resident coastal cutthroat trout (O. clarkit) upstream of the project area. Modeling indicates the possible presence of coho salmon further upstream in Willow Creek. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 9 of 17 WDFW PHS maps indicate the presence of Dungeness crab (Metacarcinus magisteo offshore of the project area. WDFW PHS also indicates a great blue heron rookery (Ardea herodias) approximately 220 meters east of the project site and a bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) nest approximately 700 meters southeast of the project area. While not mapped at the project site, harbor seals (Phoca vitulina), a WDFW PHS species, are known to occur along the shoreline at the Park. A variety of shorebirds also utilize the shoreline area of the Park. No other species have been documented by WDFW Priority Habitat and Species (PHS) mapping. b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.hf elpl According to WDFW PHS mapping, there are no threatened or endangered fish or wildlife species known to be on or near the site. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.hf elpl The project site lies within the Pacific Flyway, one of four major north -south migration routes in the Americas for migratory birds. Washington State is part of the Pacific Flyway. Puget Sound serves as a migratory route for anadromous fish to migrate from their natal streams to the Pacific Ocean and back. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: hf elpl , The proposed project includes daylighting Willow Creek, which would improve the ecological function of the creek and enhance habitat for fish and wildlife species. The foot bummer around.,° Willow Creek would be planted with native species to enhance the riparian habitat reated as part . Ig of the new Willow Creek channel. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. hel No invasive animal species are known to be on or near the site. 6. Energy and Natural Resourceshf elpl 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.hf elpl There would be little energy needed to meet the completed project's energy needs. Electricity would be used for lights in the bathroom and other uses in the park, for example vendor truck hookups. Final design plans for the Park layout may include minimal lighting. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe.hf elpl No, this project would not affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties. 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:hf elpl Not applicable as there would be no energy impacts. 7. Environmental Health hel 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.hf elpl Construction activities would require the use of hazardous materials on site, including gasoline, _. . ................... _.......... ......... ....._ SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 10 of 17 diesel, motor oil, transmission fluid, hydraulic oil, radiator coolant, brake fluid, and metals used in tires. Concrete would also be used. Accidental leaks and spills of hazardous materials could occur where construction equipment is parked, used, fueled, or maintained, and where hazardous materials are stored. 1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. h) eM Union Oil Company of California (Unocal) operated the Edmonds fuel station from 1923 to 1991, which served as a fuel transfer station between fuel ships and processing/storage facilities at Edwards Point (Shannon & Wilson 2014). Ships offloaded fuel at the pier at Edmonds Beach (which has since been demolished) through pipes located underneath the south parking lot, over the railroad, to the bluff. Most contamination has been removed from the site, but the area may have residual contamination resulting from historic operations and is being managed by Washington State Department of Ecology. 2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity.hf e There are no known existing hazardous chemicals or condition, including underground hazardous liquid or gas transmission pipelines, located within the project area or within the 660 - foot consultation zone of the project, that might affect project development and design. 3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the project.hf elpl Construction activities would require the use of hazardous materials on site, including gasoline, diesel, motor oil, transmission fluid, hydraulic oil, radiator coolant, brake fluid, and metals used in tires. Concrete would also be used. Accidental leaks and spills of hazardous materials could occur where construction equipment is parked, used, fueled, or maintained, and where hazardous materials are stored. 4) Describe special emergency services that might be required.hf elpl As with any construction activity, there is a chance that emergency services may need to respond to a workplace accident or injury or an inadvertent spill or release of hazardous material. All work would be conducted in accordance with site-specific health and safety plans required in the construction contract specifications. 5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:hf gM All construction activities would be performed in compliance with Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) requirements. The contractor would be required to provide a health and safety plan for approval before beginning work. Prior to beginning work, the contractor would be required to prepare and implement a spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC) plan to mitigate impacts on soil, surface water, and groundwater in the event of a spill of hazardous substances during construction. The SPCC plan would address spill prevention and containment; spill response procedures, equipment, and reporting requirements; and the chain of responsibility. b. Noisehf elpl 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)?hf elpl Automobile, boat, and train traffic are the dominant existing source of noise in the project area. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 11 of 17 BNSF and Sound Transit have trains that run frequently on the tracks adjacent to the Park. The northern boundary of the Park is the Edmonds Marina, which has frequent boat traffic and maintenance noise. Automobile noise is associated with the parking lot and entrance road to the Park. Boat noise is associated with boats in Puget Sound and Washington State Ferry horns at the ferry terminal less than 1 mile northeast of the Park. This noise would not affect the project. 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 hours noise would come from the site.hf elpl Noise would be generated on a short-term basis during construction. Various types of construction equipment that create noise could include water trucks, dump trucks, excavators, cement/mortar mixers, cranes, tractors, loaders, backhoes, front end loaders, and generators. Noise levels during some periods of construction within the project area could exceed 70 dBA within 50 feet of the construction activity, with 70 dBA being the maximum permissible sound level (Edmonds City Code 5.30.040). Construction hours would be confined to between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and 10:00 am and 6:00 pm on Saturdays, with no work occurring on Sundays and federal holidays (Edmonds City Code 5.30.110). Minimal noise would be generated during operation of the project. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:hf elpl The proposed project would comply with Edmonds City Code relating to noise, including no construction between the hours of 10:00 pm and 7:00 am on any day (5.30.050). 8. Land and Shoreline Usehf elpl 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.hf elpl The site is currently used as a public park and off -leash dog area. Adjacent properties include the Edmonds Marina, BNSF Railway, and residential housing. The proposed project would not affect the current land uses of the site or nearby or adjacent properties. 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 in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use?hf elpl The site has not been used as working farmlands or working forest lands. 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, how: 1hel No, the proposed project would not affect or be affected by working farm or forest land normal business operations. c. Describe any structures on the site. hf elpl Existing structures at the project site include the following: • Two parking lots (approximately 57 parking spaces, including 2 ADA spaces) • Paved walking path • Five park benches • Five picnic tables • Drinking fountain • Volleyball court/net SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 12 of 17 • Jungle gym playground equipment • Pedestrian bridge connecting the Park and Marina • Three portable toilets • Informational signs and placards d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?hf elpl The southernmost parking lot, with 36 parking spaces, a sidewalk, and 3 portable toilets, would be demolished. The materials would be removed and discarded off site. The northernmost parking lot would be reconfigured to accommodate 58 stalls plus 4 ADA spaces for a total of 62 parking spaces, such that there is no net loss of parking. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?hf elpl Commercial Waterfront (CW) f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?hf elpl Master Plan Development g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of t e site? he Aquatic I, Aquatic II, Urban Mixed Use II, and Conservancy h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. The City of Edmonds maps the project area as a "Fish & Wildlife Habitat Conservation Area'" on their Critical Areas map and area of high liquefaction hazard on their Soils & Liquefaction map. The City of Edmonds also maps the hill to the southeast of the project area, on the southeast side of the railroad tracks, as a steep slope and erosion hazard area on their Geological Hazardous Areas map. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?hf elpl None. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?hf e None. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:hf elpl Not applicable as there would be no displacements. I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any:hf elpl r u � A' r The project would be designed to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local xr,,� development regulations to ensure the project's compatibility with existing and projected land ` uses and plans. m. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with nearby agricultural and forest +a lands of long-term commercial significance, if any:hf pM Not applicable as there are no nearby agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance. 9. Housing ItgM SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197.11-960) October 2015 Page 13 of 17 a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing.hf e No housing would be provided. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing.hf elpl No housing would be eliminated. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:hf elpl Not applicable as there would be no housing impacts. 10. Aesthetics hel a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?hf elpl The bathroom is the tallest proposed structure, and is estimated to be a one-story building. The bathroom dimensions and aesthetic design will be finalized during a later phase of project design. The bathroom would be designed to adhere to all applicable guidelines and regulations for height and materials used. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?hf elpl None. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:hf e Structures would be designed in accordance with local guidelines and regulations for height, color, and proximity to other structures or resources. No additional measures are needed. 11. Light and Glarehf e a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?hf e There would be no permanent light impacts from the proposed project. There would be no exterior lighting installed as part of the construction of this project, and the construction would take place during daylight hours. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?hf pM Lighting and glare associated with the project would not be expected to present a safety hazard or interfere with views. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? hf elpl None. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:hf e None are needed as there would be no impacts. 12. Recreationhf elpl a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?hf elpl The project area is designated as the Marina Beach Park by the City of Edmonds and is used as a recreation area. The Park has an off -leash dog area, picnic tables, BBQs, benches, open turf area, small trail, volleyball net, restroom, beach access, and boat launch. No other recreation ....... _. _...._ ............................ . SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 14 of 17 opportunities are in the immediate vicinity. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.hf e No. The proposed project would retain and enhance the existing recreational uses. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:hf g Impacts to recreation would occur only during construction of the creek channel and new lawn and paths. The finished project would not impact existing recreation opportunities. To reduce impacts to recreation during construction, the construction schedule would be phased so that portions of the Park remain open for public use. 13. Historic and cultural preservation hel 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 on or near the site? If so, specifically describe.hf @ No, there are no known historical buildings, structures, or sites on or near the site that are listed or eligible for national, state, or local preservation registers. 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.hf e There are no known landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historical use or occupation on or in the immediate vicinity of the site. 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 data, etc. hf pip - Cultural Resource Associates, Inc. (CRC) reviewed available project plans and related information provided by Shannon & Wilson, Inc., local environmental and cultural information, historic maps, previous studies in the area, and the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation's online mapping tool, WISAARD. CRC contacted cultural resources staff at the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, Snohomish Tribe, Snoqualmie Nation, Stillaguamish Tribe, Swinomish Tribe, Suquamish Tribe, and Tulalip Tribe to inquire about project -related cultural information or concerns (CRC 2014) 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.hf e In the event that ground disturbing or other activities do result in the inadvertent discovery of archaeological deposits, work would be halted in the immediate area and contact made with the State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation in Olympia. Work would be halted until such time as further investigation and appropriate consultation is concluded. In the unlikely event of the inadvertent discovery of human remains, work would be immediately halted in the area, the discovery covered and secured against further disturbance, and contact made with law enforcement personnel. Compliance with all applicable laws pertaining to archaeological resources would be required. 14. Transportation hel SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 15 of 17 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.hf e The Park is accessed by Admiral Way, from State Route 104 (Edmonds Way) in downtown Edmonds. State Route 104 can be accessed from both State Route 99 and Interstate 5. 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?hf e The Park is not served directly by public transit. Edmonds Station is the nearest transit stop, approximately 0.7 miles northeast of the Park at the corner of Railroad Ave and Main Street by the ferry dock. This transit stop is accessed by the Kingston -Edmonds ferry, Amtrak train, Sounder train, and Community Transit bus routes 116 (Edmonds -Silver Firs), 130 (Edmonds -Lynnwood), 196 (Edmonds-Alderwood Mall), and 416 (Edmonds -Downtown Seattle). c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non -project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate?hf e The southernmost parking lot, with 36 parking spaces and 3 portable toilets, would be demolished. The northernmost parking lot would be reconfigured to accommodate 58 stalls plus 4 ADA spaces for a total of 62 parking spaces, such that there is no net loss of parking. 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).hf elpl No. e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe.hf elpl The project would not use water, rail, or air transportation. However, the project is adjacent to the BNSF rail and Sounder train tracks and within one mile of the Edmonds -Kingston ferry terminal. f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates?hf gM No additional vehicular trips are anticipated as part of the proposed project. g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe.hf elpl No. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:hf @M A traffic control plan would be developed, detailing the haul route for construction traffic for approval by the city, which would then be in force during construction. Public access to the site may be limited during construction due to the access road being used as the haul route. Additional traffic control measures, such as warning signs and flaggers would be employed along the haul route as needed. Overflow parking may be available in the Port of Edmonds parking areas to the north of the project area. 15. Public Serviceshf elpl 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.hf elpl No. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960( October 2015 Page 16 of 17 b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.hf e There would be no impacts on public services as part of the proposed project. 16. Utilitieshf jp a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:hf elpl electricity, natural gas, water refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other: stormwater conveyance 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.hf gM The proposed project would require an extension of the sewer line just north along Admiral Way to service the proposed toilet facilities at the Park. C. Signaturehf eM The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Signature Name of signee Shelby Petro Position and Agency/Organization Proiect Scientist. Herrera Environmental Consultants Date Submitted, October 1, 20115 References Shannon & Wilson. 2014. Willow Creek Daylight Project Geotechnical Assessment. Seattle, WA. US EPA. 2001. Procedures Document for National Emissions Inventory, Criteria Air Pollutants, 1985-1999. US Environmental Protection Agency Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards. EPA -454/R-01-006. Research Triangle Park, NC. WDFWa. 2015. Priority Habitat and Species (PHS) database. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Accessed June 2015: http://wdfw.wa.gov/mapping/phs/ WDFWb. 2015. Salmonscape database. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Accessed June 2015: http://apps.wdfw.wa.gov/salmonscape/map.html WDNR. 2015. Washington Natural Heritage Program. Washington Department of Natural Resources. Available at: http://www.dnr.wa.gov/natural-heritage-program SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) October 2015 Page 17 of 17