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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 2001-046 - Redding Sports Complex CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. o?Uvl -54 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDDING RECOMMENDING CERTIFICATION OF THE COMPLETENESS AND ADEQUACY OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT EIR-2-00 AND ADOPTION OF THE MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM FOR THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX WHEREAS,the City of Redding,as lead agency for the Redding Sports Complex Project(Project), has conducted the following environmental review for the proposed Project: 1. A Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR)was circulated for review and comment on June 20, 2000. 2. A Notice of Completion of a DEIR was circulated for review and comment on November 29, 2000. 3. Public hearings were conducted before the City Council on December 12, 2000, and January 9, 2001. Notice of those hearings included a letter notice to all property owners within 800 feet of the project boundary and publication in the Record Searchlight. 4. After closure of the public comment period, all comments received were summarized and addressed in writing. Responses specific to local and State agencies were mailed directly to those agencies on February 27, 2001. 5. Written comments on the DEIR by State and local agencies and individuals and responses to comments were included in the Final EIR. 6. A public hearing was conducted before the City Council on March 13,2001,to consider the Final EIR and the Commission voted unanimously to recommend certification of the FEIR to the City Council, and WHEREAS,the DEIR identified significant and potentially significant environmental impacts,and WHEREAS,the DEIR also incorporated mitigation measures and concluded that all the potential impacts are reduced below the level of significance, and WHEREAS,the review process resulted in minor revisions to four proposed mitigations but did not produce any evidence that the project produces significant impacts. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Redding, based upon the entire record of the environmental review for the Redding Sports Complex, makes the following findings: a 1. All required notices for the DEIR and FEIR were made and the notices contained the information required by CEQA Guidelines Sections 15082, 15085, and 15807. y.. M 2. Public hearings were held which did not present any evidence to change conclusions in the FEIR. 3. In response to written comments received for the FEIR,minor additions were made to three mitigations listed in the DEIR. 4. Changes or alterations have been required in or incorporated into the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects as identified in the FEIR. 5. The changes or alterations are within the responsibility of the City of Redding. 6. There is no substantial evidence that the project as proposed, together with the mitigations listed in the FEIR,will have a significant effect on the environment,and the FEIR represents the City of Redding's independent judgment and analysis. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Redding hereby recommends certification ofEIR-2-00 as complete and adequately addressing the potential environmental impacts and also adoption of the Mitigation Monitoring Program. Copies of the FEIR and Mitigation Monitoring Program are attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of March ,2001,by the City Council of the City of Redding, County of Redding, State of California, by the following vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Cibula, Kight, Pohlmeyer and Stegall NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: McGeorge ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ("0„._ . .jJ Pat Kight, Vice Mayor ATTEST: FORM APPROVED: CONNIE SI'`OHMAYF.. t'C' ; Clerk W. LEONARD WI ATE, City Attorney 3-14-01 RESO\CC\Sportsplex-JK-.wpd City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Mitigation Monitoring Program IN_a Prepared for: City of Redding Development Services Department Planning Division 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, California 96001 Prepared by: PMS P A C I r I C MUNICIPAL C ONSULT ANTS January 2001 MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM FOR THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX Prepared for: CITY OF REDDING Development Services Department Planning Division 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, CA 96001 Prepared by: PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS 140 Independence Circle, Suite C Chico, CA 95973 JANUARY 2001 MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM CONTENTS This document is the Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) for the Redding Sports Complex Project. The MMP includes a brief discussion of the legal basis for and purpose of the program, discussion and direction regarding complaints about noncompliance, a key to understanding the monitoring matrix, and the monitoring matrix itself. LEGAL BASIS OF AND PURPOSE FOR THE MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM California Public Resources Code Section 21081.6 requires public agencies to adopt mitigation monitoring or reporting programs whenever certifying an environmental impact report (EIR) or a mitigated negative declaration. This requirement facilitates implementation of all mitigation measures adopted through the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process. The MMP contained herein is intended to satisfy the requirements of CEQA as they relate to the Redding Sports Complex Project EIR. It is intended to be used by City of Redding (City) staff, participating agencies, project contractors and mitigation monitoring personnel during implementation of the project. The Redding Sports Complex Project EIR presents a detailed set of mitigation measures that will be implemented throughout the lifetime of the project. Mitigation is defined by CEQA Guidelines Section 15370 as measures that do any of the following: • Avoids impacts altogether by not taking a certain action or parts of an action. • Minimizes impacts by limiting the degree or magnitude or the action and its implementation. • Rectifies impacts by repairing, rehabilitating or restoring the impacted environment. • Reduces or eliminates impacts over time by preservation and maintenance operations during the life of the project. • Compensates for impacts by replacing or providing substitute resources or environments. The intent of the MMP is to ensure the effective implementation and enforcement of adopted mitigation measures and permit conditions. The MMP will provide for monitoring of construction activities as necessary,on-site identification and resolution of environmental problems,and proper reporting to City staff. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Project January 2001 1 Mitigation Monitoring Program • MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND APPROVAL PROCESS The timing elements of mitigation measures and definition of the development process has been provided in detail through this MMP to assist existing and future City staff by providing the most usable monitoring document possible. RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY The City of Redding Planning Department will have primary responsibility for the operation and implementation of the MMP. The Planning Department will be responsible for the following activities: • Coordination of monitoring activities. • Direction of the preparation and filing of compliance reports. • Maintenance of records concerning the status of all mitigation measures. MONITORING MATRIX The tables on the back pages of the MMP identify the measures proposed for the Redding Sports Complex Project. These mitigation measures are reproduced from the EIR for the project. The tables have the following columns: Mitigation Measure:Lists the mitigation measures identified within the Redding Sports Complex Project EIR for a specific impact, along with the number for each measure as enumerated in the EIR. Timing: Identifies at what point in time, review process, of phase the mitigation measure will be completed. Agency/Department Consultation: References the City department or any other public agency with which coordination is required to satisfy the identified mitigation measure. Verification: Spaces to be initialed and dated by the individual designated to verify adherence to a specific mitigation measure. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Project January 2001 2 Mitigation Monitoring Program MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM NONCOMPLIANCE COMPLAINTS Any person or agency may file a complaint asserting noncompliance with the mitigation measures associated with the project. The complaint shall be directed to the City in written form providing specific information on the asserted violation. The City shall conduct an investigation and determine the validity of the complaint. If noncompliance with a mitigation measure has occurred, the City shall take appropriate action to remedy any violation. The complainant shall receive written confirmation indicating the results of the investigation or the final action corresponding to the particular noncompliance issue. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Project January 2001 3 Mitigation Monitoring Program c o .. Rs- a a73 V 44 C ,..0 O L in I.- 42) i O i O Cv u •C L •u C L T.. CU u Z •� >> E 7 p ; 7 p 3 47, al u 7 E b L E col L_ E i . E i . 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Z City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Final Environmental Impact Report SCH No. 2000062097 • T + lirSubmitted to: City of Redding Development Services Department Planning Division 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, California 96001 Submitted by: PACIFIC MUNICIPAL C ONSULTANTS February 2001 FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX City of Redding - SCH No. 2000062097 Prepared for: CITY OF REDDING Development Services Department Planning Division 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, CA 96001 Prepared by: PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS 140 Independence Circle, Suite C Chico, CA 95973 JANUARY 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction I-I Responses to Comments 2-I Keyword Index 3-I Errata Document 4-I City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 i Final Environmental Impact Report I .0 INTRODUCTION 1.0 INTRODUCTION I.1 PURPOSE OF THE FINAL EIR As prescribed by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Section 15088 of the CEQA Guidelines specifically, the Lead Agency(City of Redding) is required to evaluate comments on environmental issues received from persons who have reviewed the Redding Sports Complex Draft Environmental Impact Report (Draft EIR), and is required to prepare written responses to these comments. The Lead Agency is obligated to respond to comments received during the noticed comment period, as well as any extensions to the comment period. These written responses, together with the Draft EIR for the Redding Sports Complex Project, constitute the Final Environmental Impact Report (Final EIR) for the project. The DRAFT EIR is incorporated by reference in its entirety, consistent with CEQA Guidelines Section 15150. This Final EIR contains individual responses to all comment letters received during the public review period for the Draft EIR. which initially ran from November 29. 2000 to Ianuary 15. 2001. Public hearings to receive input were conducted on December 9. 2000 and Ianuary 9. 2001 by the by the Planning Commission (in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 21091 and CEOA Guidelines Section 150871. The hearings were intended to provide the public with additional information and clarification regarding the contents of the Draft EIR,and to accept comments from interested parties. 1.2 ORGANIZATION OF THE FINAL EIR AND RELATIONSHIP TO THE DRAFT EIR The Final Environmental Impact Report (Final EIR) has been prepared in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15089 to address public comments on the Redding Sports Complex Draft Environmental Impact Report (Draft EIR). The Final EIR has been prepared in four sections. Section 1.0 - Introduction, Section 2.0 - Responses to Comments, Section 3.0 - Keyword Index, and Section 4.0 - Errata Document. Each Comment Letter contained in this document is numbered, from I to 12, consecutively. Individual comments in each letter are identified with brackets and assigned a comment index number in the letter's right margin. Comment index numbers begin with the comment letter number (such as I for Letter I) followed by a hyphen (-) and then the individual comment index number. For example, the first comment contained in Letter I is indexed as comment I-I. The second, third, and all subsequent Letter I comments are indexed as 1-2, 1-3 etc. Each comment City of Redding Redding Sports Complex February 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report -I I.0 INTRODUCTION index number was assigned a Keyword(s). These Keywords can be cross-referenced with information presented in Section 3.0 of this document, the Keyword Index, as discussed below. All comments on the Draft EIR, and the responses thereto, are presented in this document,which is organized as follows: SECTION 2.0 Section 2.0 constitutes the main body of the Responses to Comments. Table 2-I indicates the number assigned to each Comment Letter, the commentor/agency that prepared the letter, and the date of the Comment Letter. The remaining portion of this section provides a complete copy of the written comments received on the Draft EIR and presents responses to significant environmental points raised in the comments, as required by CEQA Guidelines Section 15132. Each comment letter is labeled numerically and organized in ascending order. Responses to comments follow immediately behind the letter, and are numbered to match the comments being addressed. SECTION 3.0 Section 3.0 provides the Keyword Index for each comment. This Index can be used to cross- reference key issues addressed in individual comments. For example, Response to Comment 4-I is referenced as: 4-I: Air Quality. The Keyword is Air Quality. In the Keyword Index, the reader can reference all Responses to Comments discussing"Air Quality" issues. Please refer to Section 3.0 of this document, which identifies the Keyword(s). To clarify, keywords were developed based upon the main issues or topic discussed in the individual comment. To minimize the number of keywords, topics were grouped into broad categories, such as traffic, noise, land use, and general. Comments that were identified as "general" usually contain valid issues and concerns, but frequently do not speak to the adequacy of the EIR. The responses to comments with the keyword "general" would usually fall under one of the following categories: • does not address the adequacy of the Draft EIR; City of Redding Redding Sports Complex February 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 1-2 I.0 INTRODUCTION • speaks to the appropriateness of the project and other issues pertinent to the decision- makers, but out of the scope of the EIR itself; • presents an opinion in support of or against the project; • reflects the same information in the Draft EIR; • provides an introduction to subsequent comments; • addresses a wide range of issues previously addressed within the Final EIR; or, • out of the scope of the environmental review process. SECTION 4.0 Section 4.0, Errata, contains revised pages of the Draft EIR. Deletions are shown in strike out (strike-out) and additions in bold italics. I.3 DECISION-MAKING The City of Redding's Planning Commission will independently consider the entire EIR (the Draft EIR and this Final EIR and Response to Comments document) for CEQA compliance and adequacy. If the documents are found to be adequate and complete, the Commission will certify the EIR as "Final," an action, which is required prior to decision-making. CEQA requires state or local public agencies taking discretionary action on the project to consider the information contained in this document. However, the information does not control the agencies' ultimate discretion. The City, as lead agency, must respond to each significant effect identified in the EIR by making certain Findings under Section 15901 of the CEQA Guidelines. Section 15091 requires that no public agency approve a project for which an EIR was completed that identifies one or more significant effects unless the agency makes one or more written findings for each significant effect accompanied by a brief explanation of the rationale for each finding. Section 1509 I identifies possible findings as: • Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which would avoid or substantially lessen the significant impact. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex February 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 1-3 I.0 INTRODUCTION • Such changes or alterations are within the responsibility and jurisdiction of another public agency or can and should be adopted by such other agency. • Specific economic, social, or other considerations make infeasible the mitigation measures or project alternatives identified in the Final EIR. Mitigation is defined by the CEQA Guidelines as: (I) Avoiding the impact altogether by not taking a certain action or parts of an action; (2) Minimizing impacts by limiting the degree or magnitude of the action and its implementation; (3) Rectifying the impact by repairing, rehabilitating, or restoring the affected environment; (4) Reducing or eliminating the impact over time by preservation and maintenance operations during the life of the action; (5) Compensating for the impact by replacing or providing substitute resources or environments. A Statement of Overriding Considerations is required under Section 15093 when the public agency's decision allows the occurrence of significant effects which are identified in the Final EIR but not mitigated to a less-than-significant level. In this event, the agency must state, in writing, the specific reasons supporting its action based on the Final EIR and on other information in the record. This statement may also be necessary if the public agency also makes a finding under Section 15901(a)(2) or (a)(3), that environmental changes are within the responsibility and jurisdiction of another agency. I.4 RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMENTOR CEQA Guidelines Section IS 132(d) requires that the Final EIR consist of"the responses of the Lead Agency to significant environmental points raised in the review and consultation process." In addition, CEQA Guidelines Section 15201 and 15204 discuss public participation regarding the review and evaluation of EIRs. Specifically, with regard to EIRs, Section 15204 states: City of Redding Redding Sports Complex February 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report I-4 1.0 INTRODUCTION (a) In reviewing draft EIRs, persons and public agencies should focus on the sufficiency of the document in identifying and analyzing the possible impacts on the environment and ways in which the significant effects of the project might be avoided or mitigated. Comments are most helpful when they suggest additional specific alternatives or mitigation measures that would provide better ways to avoid or mitigate the significant environmental effects. At the same time, reviewers should be aware that the adequacy of an EIR is determined in terms of what is reasonably feasible, in light of factors such as the magnitude of the project at issue, the severity of its likely environmental impacts, and the geographic scope of the project. CEQA does not require a lead agency to conduct every test or perform all research, study, and experimentation recommended or demanded by commentors. When responding to comments, lead agencies need only respond to significant environmental issues and do not need to provide all information requested by reviewers, as long as a good faith effort at full disclosure is made in the EIR.. (b) In reviewing negative declarations...[not applicable to this project] (c) Reviewers should explain the basis for their comments, and should submit data or references offering facts, reasonable assumptions based on facts, or expert opinion supported by facts in support of the comments. Pursuant to Section 15064, an effect shall not be considered significant in the absence of substantial evidence. (d) Reviewing agencies or organizations should include with their comments the name of a contact person who would be available for later consultation if necessary. Each responsible agency and trustee agency shall focus its comments on environmental information germane to that agency's statutory responsibility. (e) This section shall not be used to restrict the ability of reviewers to comment on the general adequacy of a document or of the lead agency to reject comments not focused as recommended by this section. (f) Prior to the close of the public review period for an EIR or mitigated negative declaration, a responsible or trustee agency which has identified significant effects on the environment may submit to the lead agency proposed mitigation measures which City of Redding Redding Sports Complex February 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report I-5 1.0 INTRODUCTION would address those significant effects. Any such measures shall be limited to impacts affecting those resources which are subject to the statutory authority of that agency. If mitigation measures are submitted, the responsible or trustee agency shall either submit to the lead agency complete and detailed performance objectives for the mitigation measures, or shall refer the lead agency to appropriate, readily available guidelines or reference documents which meet the same purpose. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex February 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 1-6 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS The following section contains comment letters and written responses to comments received on the Draft EIR. CEQA requires that this document respond to only those comments that are specific to the Draft EIR (CEQA Guidelines Section 15088(b). In addition, in Browning-Ferris Industries of California, Inc. v. San Jose [(I 9860 181 Cal. App. 3d 852], the court citing Gallegos v. California Board of Forestry [(1978) 76 Cal. App. 3d 945), Twain Harte Homeowners Association, Inc., v. Tuolomne [(I 982) 138 Cal. App. 3d 664, and Cleary v. Stanislaus [(I 98 I) Cal. App. 3d 348], stated that the Lead Agency must respond to all significant environmental comments in a level of detail commensurate to that of the comment. However, beyond CEQA's requirements and relevant court cases, every attempt has been made to respond to comments, which address the Project in general in an effort to provide the most complete information possible. Table 2-I lists those persons, organizations, and public agencies that provided written comments on the Draft EIR, the assigned comment letter number, letter date, letter author, and affiliation with a particular organization, if presented in the comment letter or if representing a public agency, is also listed. If no affiliation was provided, the individuals were assumed to be area residents. TABLE 2-1 PUBLIC AGENCIES, ORGANIZATIONS,AND PERSONS COMMENTING ON THE DRAFT EIR Comment Date Signature Name/Title Affiliation Letter Number 1 01/I 0/01 Robert W. Dietz, P.E., General Bella Vista Water District Manager 2 12/19/00 Marcelino Gonzalez, Local California Department of Development Review, District 2 Transportation (Caltrans) 3 12/20/00 Sue Stack, Environmental Review California Integrated Waste Section Management Board 4 01/09/01 R. Michael Kussow, P.E., Air Shasta County Department Pollution Control Officer of Resource Management 5 01/10/0 I Robert Montrees Area Resident City of Redding Redding Sports Complex February 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2-I 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Comment Date Signature Name/Title Affiliation Letter Number 6 01/10/01 Annabelle Beidleman Area Resident 7 01/15/01 Karen M. Heile Area Resident 8 01/08/01 Karen M. Heile, via email Area Resident 9 01/09/01 Guy Heberling Area Resident 10 12/09/00 Randy Bright, at December 9, 2000 Area Resident Public Hearing 10 12/09/00 Guy Heberling, at December 9, 2000 Area Resident Public Hearing 1 I 01/17/01 Donald B. Koch, Regional Department of Fish and Manager Game 12 01/09/01 John Keaney, Senior Planner, at City of Redding January 9, 2001 Commission Meeting 12 1/09/01 James Mast, at January 9, 2001 Area Resident Commission Meeting 12 01/09/01 Mark Woodward, Chairman, at Planning Commission January 9, 2001 Commission Meeting 12 01/09/01 Rick Wagner, at January 9, 2001 Area Resident Commission Meeting 12 01/09/01 Marjy Cantrell, at January 9, 2001 Area Resident Commission Meeting 12 01/09/01 Bill Bayon, at January 9, 2001 Area Resident Commission Meeting City of Redding Redding Sports Complex February 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2-2 01/24/01 WED 10:32 FAX 5309264279 PMC MT SHASTA • • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ���� & Governor's Office of Planning and Researctli;11.M h State Clearinghouse Gray Davis Steve Nissen ACTING ntkECrog GOvE$T101Z •. January 16,2001 1 ll l'! E D •John Keeney JAN t i L.vl City of Redding 777 Cypress Avenue DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPT Redding,CA 96001 PLANNING DIVISION Subject: Rodding Sports Complex SCH#: 2000062097 Dear John Keancy The State Clearinghouse submitted the above named Draft EIR to selected state agencies for review. On the enclosed Document Details Report please note that the Clearinghouse has listed the state agencies that - reviewed your document. The review period closed on January 12,2001,and the comments from the responding agency(ies)is(are)enclosed. If this cornent package is not in order,please notify the State CIearinghouse immediately_ Please refer to the project's ten-digit State Clearinghouse number in future correspondence so that we may respond promptly. Please note that Section 21104(c)of the California Public Resources Code states that "A responsible or other public agency shall only make substantive comments regarding those activities involved in a project which are within an area of expertise of the agency or which are required to be carried out or approved by the agency. Those comments shall be supported by specific docurnentation." • These comments are forwarded for use in preparing your final enviromnental document. Shouid you need_ more information or clarification of the enclosed comments,we recommend that you contact the commenting agency directly. • This letter acknowledges that you have complied with the State Clearinghouse review requirements for draft environmental documents,pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. Please contact the State Clearinghouse at(916)445-0613 if you have any questions regarding the environmental review process. • Sincerely, • • Terry Robcrts • Senior Planner,State Clearinghouse - Enclosures cc: Resources Agency 1400 TENTH STREET P.O.BOX 3044 SACRAMENTO,CALIFORNIA 95812-3044 • 916-445-0613 FAX 916-323-30/8 WWW.OPR.CA.GOvICLEA8.INGHOUSE.H ML • 01/24/01 WED 10:33 FAX 5309264279 PMC MI SHASIA • . 1 FORT1 A Notice. of Completion a. Environmental Document Transmittal SCH #2000062097 2,04,, $cm.ciairumb.,..e.Po Box 3044.$semsenerim.C.A.955124044 9116/4454613 Project TRIM Reciabmt scam c.47gEnvicx ,• . Lewd"ranee as Of ' ,•.• * ' COMM.PInemoni lohla .. ev litocat Adders.' 277 Cvegszso A.ve.,....e nap.= • -AP..6.1 ' e • ! .i:j Cop Reclaim! Zlix 96001 Comte Shasta . ----. Project Location: ---.....--------- .-- - . Conine Sara • CAW/Nears Co:wanner ttefielnE Oases E Weise g14Qtranaidzig17.7 nr.cod.._26%11 Total Acre. 1.0____ Aaressoes Pared Ncs. Sections Twp. 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Arra Eurolwrius 0 Pawn": Ta. wank 0 sdo.oaasatitaiv=aa Teeansannea 1E3 Recressicanak Multi-field imam=CSNIAIDI 0 lisaardom W.,‘ Tito 0 Odwsr _,...---................—...............„, ______,.. .........„..............._...... - ......---- Funrilnip(appnea) Podewl$ Stan$ =Micro Total I. ..•-......-;.........---.-............------------------ . project woe:Discumied In Cootjjaare"Z"...."" Ea Aeadaele/Vimel 0 Piood Plain/Roodine 0 Schook/Urineretio ill Water Quality 0 Assiculaunil Lana 0 Pone Land/Pee Haaard 0 Snags Swami 53 Water Sopply/Oresandwater III Air Quator . El ocelosic/saroza ED Sewer Csasseity al Nv..o....d.rius4 El AldiCaiosicalithatodcW, 0 Meacesle 1E1 Soil Eansianioanagactioe/Grading 0 wsunir. C]Cooral Zona El Hoot 0 Solid wane 0 Owes&loaecina . E Draimate/Abstetociats 0 Papidaboollfessuing balance 0 Trocicalmtd0,0 IR Land Use Cl Ecessensle40170 Iii Public Senpionfreelitese le ThEle/CeasobstIon 51 Ournuistive Effects CI Banal M Teecteadets/Patits 121Veentrioa CI Other 16;; ;CI.17stillaarrorilug/eweinerztl.-- Plan Delaignation: Public Pacilittes/Instittioal " .- -----------, Project 1:1071erletien: —..Coneerundon oia keel/mai park with bail clianicalds,soccer fields,enacessiftn,and park am". State Clearinghouse Coots= Karon Powler Project Sent to the following State Agencies (916)445-0613 State Review Degnisf I ( atourees State/Consumer q - -2000 _ X .1s __ _Boating&Waterways Sves General Services Coastal Comm Cal EPA Agency to SCH t - l 0-2001 _ Colorado Rvr Bd —ARBARB:Tikirra7sPort Prcirtstijecoots Conservation Proiects SC21 COMPLIANCE 3.2- -200# Pub&Game# -ARB-Major Industrial Projects —Delta Protection Comm . )( Integrated Waste Mgmt Eid • • Forestry&Fir=Prot SWRCB: Clean Wtr Pros For u Preservation ••.., SWR : Wtr Quality __XPaans&Am SWRtr = OB: W !Ugh Reclarnation Board X ,Keg.WQCI3# Please note State Clearinghouse Number Bay Cons&-Dem Ccassua Toxic Sub Cal-c-rc (SCII#) on all Comments DWR Yth/Adlt Corrections X OE S(Emergency Svcs) —Correct:loos SCH2 0 0 0 0 6 2 0 9 7 Bus Transp Hous Independent Comm Incase forward late ernoments directly to the Aeronautics Energy Cotnonssion Lead Agency . 70.-CUP ___X_NABC X Caltnuis N 4:9" Nie..Public Utilities Cor e Trans Planning Santa Monica Mint AQMD/APCD fi Housing&Com DCV _ X State Lands Conan Food&Aviculture ---,-Tahoe R.g.l Plan AgencY (Ressouroca:j211 .52-) ---..- Health Services Other: ---- •DIRECTORS• D JOHN A BOB SHAD WALLY wESSEL CY LS TODD R. IKES i POLK ROBERT W.DIETZ JAN 1 1 2001 Secretary/Treasurer/General Manager AltalL4 SELLANNING IION� � R DISTRICT Letter I 11368 E.STILLWATER WAY • REDDING,CALIFORNIA 96003-9510 Tan10,2001 TELEPHONE(530)241-1085 • FAX(530)241-8354 nary City of Redding Development Services Department P.O. Box 496071 Redding, CA 96049-6071 Re: Comments on Draft Environmental Impact Report - Redding Sports Complex Gentlemen: We have reviewed the City of Redding Sports Complex Draft Environmental Impact Report _' dated November 2000 and find that the report generally provides a correct description of the water situation. However, the District would like to offer some comments for clarification. Under 4.10.1 - Setting. The second paragraph states that"Surface water is treated at BVWD's I-Z facilities located adjacent to the Quail Ridge Subdivision within the City limits. The water is of good quality, but subject to winter turbidity problems." The District would prefer that it stated that the raw water is of good quality but is subject to winter turbidity problems. The District treats the water by filtration and chlorination. The paragraph further states that"Groundwater is typically of good quality, but some taste problems with iron and manganese occur." Normally, water is chlorinated at each well site to partially control taste and odor problems. The report I-3 should read Groundwater is typically of good quality but untreated has some taste and odor problems with iron and manganese. Water is chlorinated and filtered at each well site to remove iron and manganese and to provide a residual chlorine concentration within the distribution system. Section 4.10.1 - Impact. In the second sentence the report states that this (project) will place a greater demand on the City's water distribution system serviced in this area by the Bella Vista I -4 Water District. It should be noted that the water system is owned and serviced by the Bella Vista Water District. Thank you for the opportunity to provide these comments. Sincerely, Robert W. D P.E. General Manager /jc 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter I Bella Vista Water District, Robert W. Dietz, P.E., General Manager I-I: General Comment The comment that the EIR generally provides a correct description of the water situation is noted. 1-2: Water Quality The second sentence of the second paragraph under "Setting", page 4.10-I, is amended to read: The raw water is of good quality, but is subject to winter turbidity problems. 1-3: Water Treatment The third and fourth sentences of the second paragraph under"Setting", page 4.10-I are amended to read: Groundwater is typically of good quality,but untreated has some taste problems with iron and manganese occur. Normally,wWater is chlorinated and filtered at each well site to • -. . - . : -:. . - -- - remove iron and manganese and to provide a residual chlorine concentration within the distribution system. 1-4: Formatting The second sentence of Impact 4.10.1 on page 4.10-10 of the Draft EIR is amended to read: This will place a greater demand on the City's water distribution system, owned and serviced in this area by the Bella Vista Water District. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION U`S L�� L J Is Di '`"@'' P.O. BOX 496073 "1/4. REDDING, CA 96049-6073 PHONE (530)225-3369 FAX (530)225-3271 Letter 2 DEVELOPr.IENT S_7VICES DEPT PLV1,,;h.2 i_ .1LLi IGR/CEQA Review Sha-44-3.62 Redding Sports Complex SCH# 200062097 December 19, 2000 Mr. John Keaney City Of Redding Development Services Department 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, CA 96001 Dear Mr. Keaney: Caltrans District 2 has completed review of the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) submitted on behalf of the City of Redding, for the development of a Sports Complex on Old Oregon Trail. We have reviewed the discussion in the EIR regarding the potential impacts and mitigation measures to the State Route 44/Airport Road interchange. Mitigation Measure 4.11.1 requires that the City contribute the necessary funds to install a traffic 2_ signal at the SR 44 eastbound ramp intersection with Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road. The measure is required prior to the opening of Phase 2 of the facility. We agree with requirement. However, we suggest that the mitigation measure be modified to include that the westbound ramp be signalized at the same time to provide signal timing coordination, that two approach lanes be provided on the ramps, and that Illumination of the ramp intersections also be provided. Thank you for providing us the opportunity to review this project. If you have any questions, or if the scope of this project changes, please call me at 225-3369. Sincerely, JAwcL MARCELINO GONZAL Local Development Review District 2 c: Doug Will, Redding Public Works 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 2 California Department of Transportation, Marceline Gonzales, Local Development Review, District 2 2-1: Mitigation Measures - Traffic This comment raised by Caltrans specifies that Mitigation Measure 4.11.1 should include improvements to the Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 interchange at both the eastbound and westbound ramp intersections, instead of just the eastbound ramp intersection. As mentioned on page 4.1 I-16 of the Draft EIR,the improvement to both the eastbound and westbound SR 44 ramp intersections with Old Oregon Trail would occur under cumulative conditions. This improvement along with the widening of Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road is included in the City of Redding General Plan and Traffic Impact Fee Program. Based upon conversations with City of Redding Staff,this improvement is expected to occur by 2020. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report California Integrated Waste Management Board �•`�� Linda Moulton-Patterson, Chair 1001 I Street• Sacramento,California 95814•(916)341-6000 mo' Mailing Address: P. 0. Box 4025, Sacramento, CA 958111-4025 www.ciwmb.ca.gov Letter 3 Gray Davis Governor Winston H.Hickox Secretary al R C C ��1 D Protection December 20,2000 d E . "' 2C00u Mr.John Keaney DF/ELOr'I-.!EiiT SERVICES DEPT City of Redding PLCNN:NG Ef/I^171, 777 Cypress Avenue Redding,CA 96001 SUBJECT:DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT,REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX,STATE CLEARINGHOUSE(SCH)NUMBER 2000062097 Dear Mr.Kearney: Thank you for the opportunity to review the draft Environmental Impact Report(EIR)for the proposed Redding l 3_1 Sports Complex. This draft EIR was circulated to the California Integrated Waste Management Board by the Governor's Office of Planning and Research,State Clearinghouse. I want to take the opportunity to complement the City of Redding and its contractor on the overall excellent quality 3-2 of the draft EIR. The California Integrated Waste Management Board works with local enforcement agencies to regulated solid waste management and composting facilities in California. Because it has the role on concurring on permits,the 3-3 California Integrated Waste Management Board is often a"responsible agency"for the purposes of the California Environmental Quality Act. The California Integrated Waste Management Board will not be a responsible agency for the Redding Sports Complex. The draft EIR notes that the City of Redding conducts solid waste transfer operations(transfer station)at an existing facility to the west of the proposed site of the Redding Sports Complex. In addition to solid waste transfer,as the aerial photography included in the draft EIR shows,composting also occurs at the transfer station. The California 3-4 Integrated Waste Management Board has no jurisdiction over local land use and I have no site-specific information about odors in your locale. However,some communities have experienced complaints from the public related to odors from composting facilities. While it is very likely that outdoor sports will be perfectly compatible with the existing transfer station activities,I recommend a discussion of local odor conditions be included in the aesthetics, air quality,or land use portion of the final EIR for the sake to full disclosure. Again,thank you for the opportunity to review an excellent document. Sincerely, (Lt-CR-4—a Sue Stack Environmental Review Section cc: Carla Serio County of Shasta,Division of Environmental Health Karen Fowler,State Clearinghouse California Environmental Protection Agency 'fir Printed on Recycled Paper 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 3 California Integrated Waste Management Board, Sue Stack, Environmental Review Section 3-1: General Comment The comment that the Draft EIR was circulated to the Integrated Waste Management Board is noted. 3-2: General Comment The comment regarding the overall excellent quality of the Draft EIR is noted. 3-3: General Comment The comment that the California Integrated Waste Management Board will not be a responsible agency for the Redding Sports Complex is noted. 3-4: Composting -Odors from The City has received intermittent complaints about odors from the compost area behind the Transfer Station. Most of the complaints have come from south of the compost area. As discussed in Section 4.4, Air Quality, prevailing winds in the Redding area are from the south, with occasional northerly winds. The project site is located away from the prevailing downwind direction. Given all these factors, the impacts of odors on users of the Sports Complex would be less than significant. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report ,�.1 °Fs. Letter 4 ?....,,,,,v,..,...,'6'''"- '-'.1-',.1 1%, SHASTA COUNTY \ IL, ..::t h DEPARTMENT OF RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Russ Mull.R.E.HS.A.I.C.P. �IFOR�� 1855 Placer Street, Redding, CA 96001 rector James W.Cook Assistant Director January 9,2001 John Keaney, Senior Planner City of Redding Development Services Department P.O. Box 496071 Redding, CA 96049-6071 Re: Redding Sports Complex Comments on Draft Environmental Impact Report Dear Mr. Keaney: In response to your November 22,2000 request to review and comment on the draft Environmental Impact Report (ELK) prepared by Pacific Municipal Consultants for the above-referenced project, please consider addressing the following comments in the final document: Pane 4.4-3 Table 4.4-1 on this page has an entry of 15 days (calculated) exceeding the State ambient standard for PM,6 in 4- 1999. This entry should not be a calculated value. District records indicate that there were three (3) days of measured exceedances of this standard in 1999. The fourth sentence in the last paragraph on this page has a reference to the average number of times that Shasta County exceeds the State ozone standard according to the District, but cites an employee from the Record 4-2 Searchlight as the source of this information. I would suggest that the document use the phrase"approximately 11 times" and reference the correct District source quoted in the newspaper article rather than Mr. Schultz. Page 4.4-4 In the first paragraph on this page it is stated that the Redding monitoring station recorded no exceedances of Federal or State PM„standards until 1999,and that the most likely cause of these exceedances was smoke from an unusually high number of wildfires during the late summer.The first part of this statement is not accurate.The Redding PM,0 monitor has had a number of exceedances of the State standard over the years,including every year 4_3 from 1985 to 1994. During 1995 through 1998, there were no exceedances of the State standard. While it is accurate to attribute the high readings in 1999 to the wildfires, it is misleading to assert that this may be the only significant contribution to PM10 exceedances recently. It is important to note that in January 2000 the Redding monitoring station again recorded an exceedance of the State PM,0 standard which could be attributable to the use of wood-burning appliances and open burning practices in the Redding area as noted in earlier years. Paige 4.4-6 The County Regulations heading at the top of this page should be moved down to the second paragraph on this page since the first paragraph pertains to State regulations. In addition, the last sentence of the first paragraph 4-4 should mention that the District's update of its air quality plan is with respect to the California Clean Air Act and not the State Implementation Plan. ®Sulrt 101 0 Sulu 102 0 Sulu 103 0 Seise 201 0 Suite 200 Ant QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT BUILDING DIVISION PLANNING DIVISION ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION ADMINISTRATION&COMMUNITY EDUCATION (530)225-5674 (530)223-5761 (530)225-5532 (530)( (530)225.5719 FAX (530)225-5237 FAX(530)245.6461 FAX(530)245-6466 FAX(530)225-5413 FAX(530).225-5107 Toll Free Access Within Shasta County 1-800-528-2850 January 9, 2001 John Keaney, City of Redding Page 2 The references to the"no net increase"policy of District Rule 2:1-New Source Review and offset requirements 4-5 in the third paragraph of page 4.4-6 should be deleted since these requirements were repealed from the Rule in June of 1997. The fourth paragraph and reference to Table 4.4-3 should be revised to reflect the 2000 Update to the Northern 4-6 Sacramento Valley Air Basin Air Quality Attainment Plan, copies of which are available at the District office. Pane 4.4-8 Policy 28 listed at the top of this page regarding bus turnouts and shelters at appropriate sites was obtained from the City's Air Quality Element to the General Plan. It would seem to be appropriate to implement this policy on this project considering its regional significance and the likelihood of events which may attract numerous 4-7 spectators.Mitigation measure MM 4.4.lb.on page 4.4-11 suggests that parking for carpools and vanpools shall be provided. Another mitigation measure requiring bus turnouts, shelters, and provisions for transit services for special events should be considered in order to minimize vehicular emissions during the peak ozone season when this facility would be used most. Pane 4.4-9 The second paragraph under Methodology on this page references that the traffic study estimates that 3255 motor 4-8 vehicle trips would be generated daily. This paragraph should mention that this trip generation figure is the maximum to be expected if the facility was at full use on a particular day, and that these trips would not actually be generated each and every day during a full calendar year. Page 4.4-11 Mitigation measure MM 4.4.1a. on this page indicates enforcement and monitoring of traffic flow improvements such as right-of-way acquisition and capital improvements by the Shasta County Air Quality Management 4-9 District.This should be revised to indicate a more appropriate agency such as the City of Redding Development Services Department. Page 4.4-i5 Mitigation measure MM 4.4.4b. suggests that the project will be demonstrating"that its design will not prohibit ` 4_ the future installation of bus turnouts,passenger benches,and shelters."This project should address this in a more proactive manner by providing for these resources upon initial startup. See comment on page 4.4-8 above. Appendix B The URBEMIS 7G modeling analysis for this project uses a default vehicle mix that assumes 80% light duty 4-I autos and 10% light duty trucks. This mix may not be appropriate for the predominately local traffic mix of the Redding area which may have a higher percentage of light duty trucks. We suggest that DMV be consulted regarding this area to determine if an adjustment is necessary. If you have any questions regarding these comments, please call me at 225-5674. Sin erel , wire( R Mic ael Kussow, P.E. Air Pollution Control Officer 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 4 Shasta County Department of Resource Management, R. Michael Kussow, P.E., Air Pollution Control Officer 4-I: Air Quality Comment noted. Table 4.4-I of the Draft EIR is modified to read as follows: Year Highest Measurement Days Exceeded Ambient Standard Ozone PM,a Fed. Ozone State Fed. PM,, State PM,0 (ppm) (ug/m3) Ozone 1997 0.119 44.0 0 8 0 0 1998 0.140 50.0 3 40 0 0 1999 0.116 77.0 0 21 0 4-513 ppm - parts per million ug/m3- micrograms per cubic meter *Calculated. Source:California Air Resources Board According to the California Air Resources Board,calculated days are the estimated number of days that a measurement would have been greater than the level of the standard had measurements been collected every day. Since measurements were not taken for the entire year, the calculated number of days typically provides a conservative estimate of the number of days a standard is exceeded. However, upon reviewing the data, it was decided that the calculated days probably overestimated the actual number of days that State PM10 standards were exceeded. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 4-2: Air Quality Comment noted. Page 4.4-3 of the Draft EIR, last paragraph, is modified to read as follows: Within Redding and Shasta County, the primary source of ozone precursors is motor vehicles. The ozone problem is exacerbated by the transport of ozone produced in the Sacramento metropolitan area. Ozone transport has been found to be significant and overwhelming (NSVAB, 1997). According to John Strahan of the Shasta County Air Quality Managcment District (SCAQMD) Resource Management Department, Shasta County exceeds the State ozone standard I I times per year on average (Schultz, I999). 4-3: Air Quality The statement about PM,o exceedances applied to the time period covered in Table 4.4-I, which were the years 1997-1999. It is acknowledged that the Draft EIR did not specify that time period, so Page 4.4-4, first paragraph, is modified to read as follows: PM,o is particulate matter 10 microns or less in diameter. It includes dust, soot and chemical droplets. PM10 is directly emitted into the atmosphere as a by-product of fuel combustion (including burning), abrasion, wind erosion and unpaved roads. As shown in Table 4.4-1, The the Redding monitoring station recorded no exceedances of Federal or State PM10 standards until in 1997 and 1998, but recorded exceedances of State standards in 1999. Comments regarding PM io sources are noted. The Draft EIR sought to explain the exceedances that occurred in 1999, which took place during a period when large wildfires were burning in the region. It did not intend to imply that wildfires are the only source of PM10 emissions in the Redding area. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 4-4: Formatting Comment noted. Page 4.4-6 is modified to read as follows: COUNTY REGULATIONS In 1994, the EPA approved the State Implementation Plan (SIP) for Ozone. The SIP includes new control strategies to be developed and implemented over the ten years following adoption of the plan. The strategies are designed to reduce air pollution throughout the state and ensure continued progress toward meeting both federal and state ozone standards. The CARB determined that SCAQMD would not be required to prepare a comprehensive update of its air quality plan. Instead, the district was directed to focus on implementing its existing control strategies and SIP commitments, in accordance with the California Clean Air Act. COUNTY REGULATIONS 4-5: Air Quality Comment noted. Page 4.4-6, second paragraph, is modified to read as follows: The SCAQMD Rulebook sets standards of operation,defines permit requirements and sets emission limits. Collectively, these regulations and requirements are aimed at protecting public health and welfare. It - - - - - - -•° -. •- - •- ' • '• - • -• - • .. : ' . . - _ •- - - - - One significant rule, Rule 3:2, sets limits on emissions of particulate matter, NO), and SO.. Other rules deal with more specific types of emissions, such as those from dry cleaning City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS establishments and vehicle painting shops. However, for other likely emission sources associated with the project, such as maintenance equipment and barbeque grills, SCAQMD has no specific rules (Waldrop, pers. comm., 2000). 4-6: Air Quality At the time the Draft EIR was printed, the 2000 update was being reviewed for final approval by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The preparers of the EIR contacted SCAQMD on January 18, 200 I for a copy of the 2000 update and were told that the update is still awaiting CARB approval. 4-7: Mitigation Measures - Air Quality Mitigation Measure 4.4.4b states that the project shall demonstrate that its design would not prohibit the future installation of turnouts, passenger benches and shelters. The actual installation of these facilities would be dependent upon future expansion of the sports complex, which at the moment is speculative. The mitigation measures recommended in the Draft EIR are adequate to mitigate potentially significant impacts on air quality identified with the project as described in the Draft EIR. However, it is acknowledged that buses may be one form of transportation employed by future users of the sports complex, and that the project has not made explicit provision for bus parking. Therefore, Mitigation Measure 4.4.I b is modified to read as follows: MM 4.4.1 b The project shall provide preferential parking spaces for carpools, and vanpools and buses. 4-8: Trip Generation Comment noted. The trip generation figure provides a reasonable "worst case" scenario against which project impacts on air quality can be evaluated. It is acknowledged that trips to and from City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS the project site would vary from day to day. However, for analytical purposes, a scenario that assumes full usage of the sports complex at buildout was used. 4-9: Mitigation Measures - Air Quality Comment noted. Mitigation Measure 4.4.1a is modified to read as follows: MM 4.4.I a The project shall contribute to traffic flow improvements that are not growth-inducing. Examples include, but are not limited to, right-of-way acquisition and capital improvements. Timing/Implementation: Prior to commencing construction. Enforcement/Monitoring: .. : :• - • '• e•: • • ''• •. - - l'•• • City of Redding Development Services Department 4-10: Mitigation Measures - Air Quality Please refer to Response to Comment 4-7. 4-I I: Air Quality Modeling A second URBEMIS7G run was conducted using a vehicle mix based upon Department of Motor Vehicles vehicle registration figures for Shasta County. The County figures indicated a smaller percentage of automobiles (approximately 51 percent) and a higher figure for light duty trucks (approximately 25 percent). The results of the second URBEMIS7G run showed no difference in impacts from the run conducted for the Draft EIR. Emissions of evaluated air pollutants did not exceed Level "A" thresholds, except for NOx, which exceeded Level "A" thresholds but did not exceed Level "B" thresholds. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report • G°3[ DEHEDo Letters • • ..: . JAN 1 5 2001041,4e,/� : �Y . . - J - DEVELOPMENTSERVICES DEPT PLANNING DIVISION H' Com -. --,--..C“_o ° I A4./1_ i oVe- 1 al/V .0' 124,71 2 • • • • • • • • • 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 5 Robert Montrees, City Resident 5-1: General Comment The comment that the Sports Complex should be completed is noted. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report RECEIVED Annabelle Beidleman Letter 6 JaN 1 z 2001 2583 Belladonna Street Redding, CA 96002 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPT Phone: 530-222-0632 PLANNING DIVISION Attention Planning Department /— / c) - r City of Redding P.O. Box 496071 Redding, CA 96049 SUBJECT: SPORTS COMPLEX ON TARMAC ROAD Gentlemen: I would hie to express my objections to the sports complex which seems to be on its way I 6- to completion. I live off Shasta View on Belladonna Street. At the present time the traffic has increased tremendously since Shasta View was completed to the North and the subdivisions that have been built all along this street. We have quite a long wait at times to get onto Shasta 6-2 View to get to Hartnell with the increased traffic. Shasta View will probably be a main entrance to Tarmac rather then Old Oregon Trail. The noise will carry at least as far as Hartnell Avenue if not further. There will be a huge bottle-neck at hwy. 44 exit onto Shasta View as well as north and south on Shasta View. If you would look at an aerial view of this area I believe you will see Tarmac Road is not an ideal location for a large sports complex. All of the subdivisions from hwy 299 south 6-3 to Rancho Road will be affected by the traffic as well as the noise coming over loud speakers. There must be a location outside the city limits that would be more suitable for the sports complex. Since this project will affect so many people I believe it should be put to a vote of the I 6-4 people. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. Sincerely, cc: City Council Editor Record Searchlight 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 6 Annabelle Beidleman, City Resident 6-1: General Comment The comment expressing objections to the Redding Sports Complex is noted. 6-2: Traffic, Noise The proposed Tarmac Road access is projected to accommodate 22 percent of project trips to and from the site via Shasta View Drive. On Shasta View Drive north of SR 44, 87 project trips would be added to the roadway during the PM peak hour. The City of Redding Staff does not consider this increase to be substantial because the installation of a traffic signal at the Tarmac/Shasta View Drive intersection is currently funded by the traffic impact fee program. Specific noise impacts of the proposed project which relate to traffic were assessed in the Noise Section of the Draft EIR. Because no significant project-related traffic noise level increases were identified along the roadways which would have the greatest concentration of usage from the project, the project-related traffic noise level increase at more distant roadways would be even lower. This conclusion is based on the fact that the project-generated traffic will become more and more diluted with greater distance from the project site. 6-3: Alternate Sites Section 5.0 of the Draft EIR evaluates a series of different site alternatives, several of which are outside of the City Limits. In evaluating each alternative, environmental issues such as traffic, biological impacts, and the ability to provide utilities were used as criteria. Whether or not the property was inside the City Limits is important only to the extent that it affects the City's abilities to provide services. The project site was only recently annexed to the City of Redding but was initially selected and analyzed while in the unincorporated area of Shasta County. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS The Traffic Section of the Draft EIR states that the majority of the traffic associated with the proposed project will move south along Old Oregon Trail toward Highway 44 (58 percent) and west along Viking toward Shasta View Drive (22 percent). Mitigation measures associated with this traffic include improvements to the Old Oregon Trail/Highway 44 on/off ramps and signals at the Shasta View Drive intersection. Traffic may increase on 299 and other roadways within the vicinity, however the increase is not considered significant. Please see Figure 4.I I-3, Project Trip Distribution, for the distribution of traffic around the proposed project. Noise associated with the public address system of the Sports Complex is analyzed on page 4.9-13 of the Draft EIR. This section also establishes Mitigation Measure 4.9.4a, which establishes times of operation and performance standards for the Sports Complex. The mitigation measures specifically require that the public address system be designed so as not to exceed dBLeq at the nearest residential property line. 6-4: General Comment Comment expressing the belief that the Redding Sports Complex Project should be approved by vote of the people is noted and presented here for the consideration of the Planning Commission and City Council. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report KAREN M. HEILE 3175 Tarmac Road Letter 7 Redding, CA 96003 530.222.0304 IUV1EDD Mr. Jim Hamilton, AICP, Director JAN 1 5 2001 Development Services Department DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPT City of Redding PLANNING DIVISION 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, CA 96049-6071 Reference: Sports Complex Dear Mr. Hamilton: Unfortunately, I was unable to attend the public meeting on January 9 due to work 7_ responsibilities. A letter was written by me in May, 2000 opposing the Complex if located in the proposed Tarmac, Abernathy, Viking and Old Oregon Trail area. After reading the EIR, I am even more opposed. In May, I was unaware that we would be impacted by 3200 additional vehicles per day, 145 games per week, glaring lights and a public address system that could be in 7_2 operation beyond 11:00 p.m. This would be intolerable and destructive to the way of life of the residents. How could children sleep and be ready for school the next day? We already have to tolerate the noise, traffic and stench from the Corporation Yard. Presently, Sunset Terrace can hear the noise generated by the few sports events from Shasta High School. If you would really take distance into consideration, this would 7_3 mean that the noise generated by the Sports Complex, as proposed, would be heard not only in an extremely high volume by the residents on Tarmac and Old Oregon but by those in the residential areas near Shasta View (Candlewood, etc.). It has also been reported that there will be 500 more parking spaces in later phases. WHERE? According to the drawings, all available land will be utilized except those 7-4 occupied by the current residents. Are there plans for taking our private property by eminent domain or just running us out because we cannot tolerate the late noise, traffic and lights so you can purchase the land at a devalued price? Our properties will not only be devalued by this sports park but we, as residents, will have no quality of life with the noise, lights and traffic. Your study, in trying to justify 7-5 an addition or relocation of current fields, states that a new location is being considered because the present facilities "create adverse impacts upon neighborhoods from traffic, noise and field lighting". We do not appreciate your transferring this situation from one neighborhood to our neighborhood. If the sports complex is an absolute necessity to the City of Redding, it is still my opinion that the larger site near the airport (where there is room for expansion), on property you 7_6 may already own, would be a better option. At the airport location, noise already exists, v January 11, 2001 Page 2 there are no residences and businesses would be closed during the times games would A be scheduled. This site would not be effected by lights, excessive traffic and a blaring public address system. A bridge would be a small price to pay for tolerable living situations of citizens who have been in the Tarmac/Old Oregon area for many years. As residents, we are very small in number and may not be able to hire an attorney. That 7-7 does not mean; however, we are any less opposed to having this Sports Complex disrupt our normal way of life with noise and pollution. We are also concerned with the 7_8 natural habitat of the wild animals noted in the study plus the mallards, Canadian geese and egrets that may not have been mentioned. Sincerely, aren M. Heile e-mail: smobley@reddino.com jkeaney@ci.redding.ca.us 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 7 Karen M. Haile, City Resident 7-I: General Comment Comment expressing opposition to the location of the Redding Sports Complex is noted and presented here for the consideration of the City Council. 7-2: Traffic, Noise, Quality of Life The daily trip generation for the proposed project is estimated to be 3,255 trips. Daily trips are generally defined as a one-way movement (i.e., to or from a destination). Therefore, 3,255 trips equals approximately 1,630 vehicles. This number of vehicles is not expected to occur every day, rather only during peak times of activity at the project site. The trip generation estimates included in the traffic analysis represent a "worst case" approach. This approach enables the analysis to conservatively determine impacts and thus present appropriate measures to mitigate any adverse effects of the project on the adjacent transportation system. 7-3: Noise The commentor is correct in that sporting events held closer to a given residence will be louder than those which are more distant (assuming the events are similar), but the DEIR specifically addressed noise impacts at the absolute closest existing residences surrounding the project site. In cases where Sports Park noise levels were predicted to be too loud, specific noise mitigation measures were recommended. It should be noted that audibility is not a test of significance for making a finding of noise impacts. It is recognized that the Sports Park activities will be audible at many of the nearby residences, but predicted noise levels must reach a certain level prior to the identification of noise impacts. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 7-4: Parking, Property Rights The project applicant has stated that the buildout of the Redding Sports Complex would include parking facilities consisting of five paved parking lots containing a total of approximately 850 parking spaces and a 1.5 acre unpaved area for overflow parking. All project parking is expected to occur within the project site boundary.Therefore, no acquisition of additional land for parking purposes is expected. 7-5: Property Values There is no evidence that the proposed project will change property values in the area. The proposed project is located adjacent to a solid waste transfer station and the City of Redding Public Works Corporation Yard. In addition to residential uses, there are automobile recycling businesses and other industrial uses near the proposed project. As discussed in Section 5 under the "No Project" alternative scenario, it is likely that if the proposed project is not constructed, future uses would be a mix of non-residential and residential uses similar to that of the surrounding area. CEQA only classifies an economic impact as a significant environmental impact if it leads to the physical degradation of the environment. The construction and operation of a regional sports complex, with playing fields and open space, is not typically considered the type of land use that would lower property values so significantly that the physical degradation of the environment results. In regard to existing facilities, the Draft EIR states on page 3-5 that "Many of these fields are too small, in poor condition,or create adverse impacts upon the neighborhoods from traffic, noise,and field lighting." In these instances, the level of use at these fields is beyond their design capacity. The proposed project is purpose-built to accommodate both the anticipated demand and to address the off-site impacts associated with the Sports Complex. The Draft EIR includes several mitigation measures designed to specifically address noise, field lighting, and parking. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 7-6: Alternate Sites The airport road site (Burk/Cota) was reviewed in Section 5.0 of the Draft EIR beginning on page 5-21. The City evaluated several sites near the Redding Municipal Airport during its site search and selected the Burk/Cota property as the most likely alternative. During the review of this property, several issues were raised that make this less compelling than the proposed project. These include the construction of the Knighton Road extension,which is likely to reduce the utility of the property by breaking it into two smaller pieces, the potential biological impacts, including the presence of wetlands similar to the proposed project, and the potential impact on the Redding Municipal Airport from the lighted playing fields. These issues kept this site from being selected as the environmentally superior alternative. 7-7: Quality of Life The proposed project is located adjacent to a solid waste transfer station and the City of Redding Public Works Corporation Yard. In addition to residential uses, there are automobile recycling businesses and other industrial uses near the proposed project. As discussed in Section 5 under the "No Project" alternative scenario, it is likely that if the proposed project is not constructed, future uses would be a mix of non-residential and residential uses similar to that of the surrounding area. CEQA only classifies an economic impact as a significant environmental impact if it leads to the physical degradation of the environment. 7-8: Biological Resources The comment regarding natural habitat for mallards, Canadian geese, and egrets is noted. While these are not special status, threatened, or endangered species that require special protection measures, they do frequent wetlands habitat. Mitigation Measures 4.5.3a and 4.5.3b are designed to protect wetland habitat. This comment does not specifically address the adequacy of the EIR, and is presented here for the consideration of the Planning Commission and City Council. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report Letter 8 John Keaney From: John Keaney <jkeaney@ci.n:dding.ca.us> To: Karen Heile <kheile@coe.shastalink.k12.ca.us> Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2001 9:04 AM Subject: Re: EIR Report To: Karen Heile From: John Keaney Subject: Reply to January 8 e-mail The illumination contours for the proposed sportsplex were not plotted once it was determined that the significance threshold does not come close to the residences. The site plan in in appendix H is there as a reference as to how the illumination contours were considered or calculated. As noted in the EIR (page 4.3- 8)the .1 footcandle contour is 470 feet from home plate. The home plate closest to a residential property is 580 feet from that proerty line. The .1 foot candle illumination contour is 110 feet from that property line and the .2 foot candle threshold (the threshold of significance) is about 190 feet from the property line. — Original Message— From: Karen Heile To: 'ikeaneyci.reddinci.ca.us' Sent: Monday, January 08, 2001 1:27 PM Subject: EIR Report It appears that the Illumination Contours (Firgure 8 of the Appendices) is not that of the proposed project. 8-I Could you fax the correct one to me at 225.0329, please? Karen Heile Administrative Assistant Educational Services Shasta County Office of Education 530.225-0211 or 530.225.0283 01/09/2001 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 8 Karen M. Haile, City Resident, via email 8-I: Illumination Contours Question regarding the Illumination Contours is responded to via email from John Keaney: The illumination contours for the proposed sportsplex were not plotted once it was determined that the significance threshold does not come close to the residences.The site plan in Appendix H is there as a reference to how the illumination contours were considered or calculated. As noted in the EIR (page 4.3-8), the .I foot candle contour is 470 feet from home plate. The home plate closest to a residential property is 580 feet from that property line. The .I foot candle illumination contour is 110 feet from that property line and the .2 candle threshold (the threshold of significance) is about 190 feet from the property line. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report _etter 9 The Redding Planning Commission January 9, 2001 777 Cypress Drive Redding, California 96001 Mr. John Kearney Development Services Department 777 Cypress Drive Redding, California,96001 Re.: Redding Sports Complex Draft Environmental Impact Report. I would like to comment on several items in the Environmental Impact Report that has been prepared for the Redding Sports Complex. My concerns with this report are the inaccuracies listed below. 4.9-11 Traffic noise on Old Oregon Trail was not addressed, possibly because this area is not in the city. I 9-1 4.9.4(A) This section states that noise from the loud speakers would be "Less than significant". I can stand in my yard in the evening and hear the trains going through Redding six and one half miles away. 9-2 The blare of loud speakers several hundred feet from my home will have a tremendous impact on our quality of life. This is hardly less than significant. 4.10-3 Under Fire Protection, the report states fire station#5 (on Hartnell) is 2 miles west of the complex and response time would b 3-4 minutes. This is wrong. The station is 4.2 miles west of 9-3 the complex and under the most ideal situation response time would be closer to 10 minutes. The report also states the back-up fire response would come from the Bonnieview station 5 miles west of the complex and response time would be 7 minutes. This is wrong. The Bonnieview station is over 7 miles away and response time would be closer to 15 minutes. This section lists Mercy Medical center as being 3.5 miles west of the complex. This is wrong. I 9-4 Mercy Medical Center is 8 miles west of the Complex. For Law Enforcement response it states the Redding Police Department is 2.5 miles north of the I 9-5 complex. This wrong. The Redding Police Department is 6.5 miles west of the complex. The Sheriffs Department is listed as being 4 miles west of the complex. This is wrong. The main 9.6 office is 7 miles west of the complex and patrol would respond from the Shasta Lake substation 7 miles north of the complex or the Anderson substation which is 9 miles south of the complex. Page 2 4.10-2 Emergency medical is wrong. It does not have Redding Medical Center which is 6 miles west but 9-7 does have the Shasta County Hospital which has been closed for 12 years. 4.11-1 This shows the speed limit on Old Oregon Trail north from State Route 44 as being 35 miles per 9-8 hour. This is wrong. The speed limit is 40 miles per hour to south of Buttercup lane and then 30 miles per hour to Old Alturus Road. The area in front of Columbia School is 25 miles per hour during school hours while children are present. The report shows the speed limit on Old 44 Drive as 35 miles per hour. This is wrong, the speed 19-9 limit is 40 miles per hour. 4.11-2,4.11-3,4.11-4 and 4.11-18 These maps all show the primary access to the complex as being near the north east side of the 9- I 0 complex to Old Oregon Trail. This is wrong. The primary access will be directly across Old Oregon Trail from Duffy Lane which is in the center of the complex. II 4.11-3 and 4.11-4 These maps show the access for the complex in the wrong location. l 9- 4.11-8 These charts show Old Oregon Trail north of the State Route 44 ramps as being expressways / 9- 12 with 4 lanes. This is wrong. The roadway is 2 lanes. The chart shows Airport Road South of the State Route 44 ramps as being expressway with 4 19- 1 3 lanes. This is wrong. The roadway is 2 lanes. 5.2-1 Under ALTERNATIVE SITES, site number 3,which is east of the Redding Municipal Airport, had been dismissed because of the need to build a bridge across Stillwater Creek to access the 9- 14 area. A recent article in the Record Searchlight states the City of Redding is going to develop 271 acres in this area as an industrial complex which will require a bridge across the creek. APPENDICES 4.0, page 7, figure 2, Site Plan This shows a proposed realigned Old Oregon Trail being expanded to 4 lanes and going through completed soccer fields and parking area. I doubt that the city would follow this plan when they 9- 15 could move it east of the complex and under eminent domain, put it where there are now residences. PAGE 3 4.0, page 31,10 Noise. What is not addressed is the impact of vehicle noise, thousands of cheering and yelling 9-16 people and loud speakers on Columbia School. This school is a very short distance(several hundred feet)north of the complex. This report does not address the impact in any way on Columbia School. This is a gross over site 9_17 that will have an adverse effect on hundreds of children at the school. 4.0, page37, 13.b Aesthetics A sentence in this section states"Also, the project would include sports fields,which are considered by many people to be aesthetically pleasing."I have never met anyone who considers 9- 18 grandstands, glaring lights,blaring loudspeakers, yelling people,heavy traffic and increased pollution as"aesthetically pleasing". This statement in the report is completely absurd. California Line Source Dispersion Model, carbon monoxide. These readings taken on Old Oregon Trail are from June of 1989. The statistics the report used 9- 19 are over 11 years old and completely out of date. Appendix F,Noise Study This states Public address systems, mitigation for impact#4, should be designed for less than 9-20 50db at the residential property line. This is highly unlikely. The fans at these games will want to hear the commentators even as the crowds are cheering. Anyone who has been to a local high school football game knows that this loud speaker level will never be adhered to. 4.4,Transportation and Circulation I 9-21 4.4-1 through4.4-3 These sections have the area speed limits wrong, again. Figures 4.4-3, 4.4-4 and 4.4-5 have the complex access in the wrong Iocation. 19-22 Table 4.4-7 and Table 4.4-8 This shows Old Oregon Trail and Airport Road as both being 4 lane! 9-23 expressways. Both are wrong. The traffic counts for the Old Oregon Trail area are grossly inaccurate. The counter at the south end was placed south of the stop sign for Old Alturus Road. This intersection accesses 40 high volume businesses and a high density house tract. 9-24 4.21 Road Systems Impacts "The proposed project is not projected to adversely affect traffic operations within the study v area". Page 4 To say that increasing traffic on Old Oregon Trail by 3,225 vehicles a day would have low impact on the area is totally untrue. The vehicle count for this area is flawed as is the estimate of the impact of the increased traffic. APPENDIX H Illumination Analysis An article in the Record Searchlight said that the Environmental Impact Report states the lighting for the baseball fields and soccer fields will be on poles which are 25 feet high.This is to lower 9-25 the impact of glaring lights on near-by residences.This is not likely because lights set at this elevation would not allow for night games of baseball or soccer. There are 16 pages of diagrams for the baseball fields and the soccer fields that show the light 9-26 poles being 60 feet, 70 feet and 80 feet high. This more accurate as to what will be placed. Lights at this level will have a very significant impact on area residences. I have brought these error to your attention for several reasons. One is that some are not significant errors(such-as the speed limits)but indicate the entire report is probably flawed. 9.27 Speed limit signs are large and quite easy to observe. If there are so many flaws on simple things, then the more complex are likely more flawed. The other reason is the report does not address some important issues, such-as,the impact on Columbia School and the true impact on area residences with lighting, noise,traffic and pollution. I have conversed with most of my neighbors(about 100 people)concerning the sports complex. I 9_28 found two that were for the complex and all others area adamantly opposed to it.This complex will devalue our property and absolutely destroy what is now a quiet residential neighborhood. Being as an industrial complex is going in east of the airport, This would be a far better location for the sports complex. There are few residences in the area and they would be little affected by any increase in noise or traffic (there is a drag strip in the area)and a bridge will be built to serve 9'29 the industrial complex as well as improved road systems. By combining the two,the city would save money on the roadway improvements and certainly make the industrial complex more inviting to potential customers. Sincerely; --GdcHeberling 9869 Old Oregon Trail Redding, California 96003-7335 (530)221-3578 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 9 Guy Heberling, City Resident 9-I: Noise Impacts to due to increased traffic noise on Old Oregon Trail were, in fact, specifically addressed in the Draft EIR. The project is predicted to result in a traffic noise level increase ranging from 0.9 to I.8 dB during the peak hour of park usage. This level of traffic noise increase is not considered significant, as described in the Draft EIR. 9-2: Noise, Quality of Life Public Address (P/A) system loud speakers were identified as being potentially significant noise sources which could affect the surrounding neighbors. For this reason, noise mitigation was specifically included in the DEIR to address this situation. 9-3: Public Services - Proximity of Comment noted. Some distances in the Public Services and Utilities section were utilized from an earlier EIR for the transfer station located adjacent to the project site. The distances have been reviewed using City of Redding GIS Division base maps and reflect road distance miles from the project area. Response times are estimates obtained from the Redding Fire Marshal based on input from Fire Station personnel. The City believes response times are considered satisfactory(Redding Planning Commission Meeting, 01/09/01). Page 4.10-3 through 4.10-4 of the Draft EIR is modified to read as follows: Fire service is provided by the City of Redding Fire Department. The closest fire station to the project site is Station 5, located approximately 42.5 miles to the west at 9555 Hartnell Street as shown on Figure 4.10-1. This station is manned by a minimum of four firefighters 24 hours a day. Response time from Station 5 to the project site is City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS The segment of Old Oregon Trail from Old Alturas Road to SR 44 consists of rolling terrain with a posted speed of 3-5 40 m.p.h. Adjacent to the project site, the speed limit on Old Oregon Trail is 40 m.p.h. south of the Buttercup Lane driveway, and 30 m.p.h. north of Buttercup Lane driveway. Speed limits do not effect the operations analysis performed for the project. Therefore, the correction in speed limits does not affect the project impacts or mitigation measures. 9-9: Traffic - Speed Limits The second sentence under the heading Old Forty-Four Drive on page 4.I I-3 is modified to read: Old Forty-Four Drive consists of slightly rolling terrain and has a posted speed of 3-5 40 m.p.h. Speed limits do not effect the operations analysis performed for the project. Therefore, the correction in speed limits does not affect the project impacts or mitigation measures. 9-10: Access Location Comment noted. The figures referred to are schematic maps to depict different access points for traffic volume distribution and are not drawn to scale. To determine the location of possible access to Old Oregon Trail, refer to the site plan, Figure 3-2 on page 3-3. For Phase I, the Old Oregon Trail access is identified as a secondary emergency-access-only driveway in the project description narrative (page 3-7). Also, since the access exhibits seemed to present some confusion concerning the phasing and priority of different access points shown in these figures, a brief review of the different access alternative has been added to Section 5.0, Alternatives to the Project. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 9-I I: Access Location Please refer to Response to Comment 9-10. 9-12: Road Width Tables 4-I I.8 and 4-11.9 show Old Oregon Trail north of SR 44 as a four-lane expressway under cumulative (Year 2020) conditions. The Redding 2020 General Plan Transportation Element identifies this road segment in the Future Road Network. 9-13: Road Width Tables 4-11.8 and 4-11.9 show Airport Road south of SR 44 as a four-lane expressway under cumulative (Year 2020) conditions. The Redding 2020 General Plan Transportation Element identifies this road segment in the Future Road Network. 9-14: Alternate Sites The City is in the process of completing the Stillwater Industrial Project EIR. Grant funding for the infrastructure needed to serve the project area is expected in part as a result of the ability to create new jobs in the proposed industrial park and through a future increase in property tax revenue. Because the Sports Complex would be City-owned, and is unlikely to create many full- time jobs, this grant funding would not be available to construct the bridge and associated utilities for the Sports Complex. In addition, a new bridge would not provide direct access to the City- owned land and another 5,000 feet of road would need to be constructed to serve the property. Since the cost of the bridge would need to be borne by the City, with no potential return in the way of jobs or property tax revenue, this expenditure was seen as too significant to support this site as a viable alternative location for the proposed project (Pers. Communication,John Keaney, 2001). City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 9-15: Traffic - Site Plan The site plan shown on Figure 2 of Page 7 in Appendix 4.0 represents the plan for the project during preparation of the Initial Study. During preparation of the Draft EIR, the project site plan was modified. That site plan is Figure 3-2 on page 3-3 of the Draft EIR. The Old Oregon Trail realignment is a separate project, which will require an independent environmental review. 9-16: Noise The noise standards for school uses are no more restrictive than those applicable to residential uses. Because noise mitigation measures were developed for the closest uses to the project site (residences) to reduce project-related noise impacts to a state of insignificance, noise impacts at more distant receiver locations would be similarly mitigated. The school is 1,500 feet away. Although the interior areas of schools are considered noise-sensitive, the exterior playgrounds of school are noise-producing, and would be located considerably closer to the school classrooms than the sports facility playing fields.The highest noise uses of the facility will be evening league play and tournaments. Those activities are during hours or days when the school is closed. 9-17: Impacts to Schools Please refer to the response to Comment 9-16. 9-1 8: Aesthetics The commentor refers to an evaluation of the impacts of the Sports Complex on existing aesthetics in the Initial Study prepared in June of 2000. Areas reserved and designed for formal outdoor sports competition. such as baseball diamonds and soccer fields, provide open space and grassy expanses which are green and groomed year-round, which can be considered aesthetically pleasing by some. The evaluation of the Aesthetics of the sports fields in the Initial Study does not City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS refer to impacts related to noise, lighting, traffic, and air quality, which are addressed in separate sections. 9-19: Air Quality Modeling The CO figures are not actual readings, but results from the CALINE4 modeling run. The 1989 CALINE4 is the most current version of the program, and it is recommended for use by Caltrans. CALINE4 uses emission factors based upon the EMFAC7G computer program, the most current model approved for use by CARB. EMFAC7G factors were incorporated within the URBEMIS7G air quality model, which was developed in 1998. 9-20: Mitigation Measures - Noise It is the responsibility of the acoustical contractor to design and install the P/A system in such a manner as to satisfy the requirements of the Draft EIR. Otherwise the impact would be considered significant as noted by the commentor. 9-21: Traffic - Speed Limits Please refer to Response to Comments 9-8 and 9-9. 9-22: Access Location Please refer to Response to Comment 9-10. 9-23: Road Width Please refer to Response to Comments 9-12 and 9-13. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 9-24: Traffic Traffic counts were performed manually at the study intersections. No machine counts were conducted for this analysis. Manual traffic counts were performed at the study intersections on Thursday, August 10, 2000 between 7:00 and 9:00 AM and 4:00 and 6:00 PM. These counts were conducted to reflect existing mid-week traffic levels during the AM and PM peak hours. Existing traffic volumes, derived from the counts mentioned above, were analyzed and found that with and without project-added trips, intersection Level of Service(LOS) remained acceptable according to City of Redding LOS standards. 9-25: Lighting The news article in the Record Searchlight referred to by the commentor incorrectly indicated that lighting for ball fields and parking lots would be on towers no taller than 25 feet. The Draft EIR states that lighting for the parking lots would be on towers no taller than 25 feet (emphasis added). 9-26: Lighting Please see Response to Comment 9-25. Impacts related to new sources of light and glare in the vicinity of the project are discussed and mitigated for in the Aesthetics and Visual Resources section in Impact 4.3.2. 9-27: Adequacy of EIR Issues regarding lighting, noise,traffic and pollution are addressed in Sections 4.3,4.4,4.9, and 4.I I of the Draft EIR. The speed limit information is in error and has been corrected (please see the Errata Document) . Columbia School is located on Old Oregon Trail 1,500 feet north of the intersection of Viking Road and Old OregonTrail. Section 4.11 of the Draft EIR analyzes traffic associated with the proposed project and concluded that the level of service on this section of Old City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Oregon Trail would change from A to B. The City's General Plan considers Level of Service C to be acceptable. Operation of the facility is not anticipated to interfere with school activities since youth sports would occur after school hours and adult sports would occur after work hours and on weekends. 9-28: Property Values Please see Response to Comment 7-5. 9-29: Alternate Sites Comment noted. Alternatives to the project are discussed in Section 5.0 of the Draft EIR. The Draft EIR did not evaluate the Stillwater Industrial project site in detail, but did evaluate the Burk/Cota property to the west of the Redding Municipal Airport. The Stillwater Industrial site was not selected as a viable alternative site because of the high cost of access. In addition, please see Response to Comment 9-14. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report REDDING PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF DECEMBER 12, 2000 PUBLIC HEARING-DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT EIR-2-00, by the City of Redding, evaluating the potential environmental impacts of the proposed Redding Sports Complex located east of the City of Redding Corporation Yard, south of Viking Way, and west of Old Oregon Trail. The proposed project will consist of six softball fields, two baseball fields,five to six soccer fields, a multipurpose gymnasium, and associated parking. L-010-075 Chairman Mark Woodward informed the audience that Senior Planner John Keaney would present the information on EIR-2-00,and the Planning Commission would listen to comments and concerns 10-1 from the public but would not comment on this topic. He stated there would be another opportunity for further public comment at a future Planning Commission meeting. Senior Planner John Keaney reviewed the item and indicated that notice for this meeting had been mailed to all property owners within 800 feet of this project and various State agencies. He said the 10-2 purpose of this project was to provide a recreational facility for the community. He noted that funding was available for Phase 1 of the project, but there was no timetable for funding of future phases. Chairman Woodward asked if anyone wished to comment on this item. Randy Bright, 9736 Old Oregon Trail, stated that his property, which consisted of three acres, fronted on Old Oregon Trail, and the project bordered on the back of his property. He said he was 10-3 glad to see the City of Redding propose such a great project but felt it was in the wrong location. Mr. Bright reported that he had taken an informal survey of his neighbors(about 12 people), and all were opposed to this sports complex. He remarked that he was concerned about a decrease in his property value, noting that he had purchased his property four years earlier to allow room for his family and animals. Mr. Bright worried about the earthen berms needed for noise control, the low-light towers, and the impact of traffic on Old Oregon Trail. He claimed that most cars traveled at least ten miles per hour 10-4 over the speed limit, and many 18-wheelers currently used the narrow, two-lane road. He emphasized that any increase in traffic was unacceptable. Mr.Bright asked if he would have to wait three to five years for a different access. He added that the bus his children used stopped in front of his home three times per day. He indicated that if there was enough money to solve all the problems, he might change his mind; but at this point, he was firmly against the project at that location. Mr. Bright expressed his desire to see the sky at night and go to bed at 9 p.m. He pointed out that 10-5 his daughter asked him questions about stars and constellations that were visible from his property and that he was concerned about the effects of the lights at night. Mr. Bright asked about fencing and security, since people accessed the subject property by walking and driving motorcycles and four-wheel drives. He understood that there were alternative sites for this project which affected fewer homeowners and requested that the Planning Commission consider one of those sites as its 10-6 first choice. Guy Heberling, 9869 Old Oregon Trail, agreed that this was a fantastic project but felt it was in the wrong location. He referred to the Draft Environmental Impact Report(ERZ)and noted that several 10-7 statements on mileage were incorrect. He claimed that response time would be longer for fire protection, since Fire Station No. 5 was 4.2 miles west of the proposed site, not 2 miles west, as indicated in the EIR. Mr.Heberling corrected that Mercy Medical Center was actually 8 miles west and not 3.5 miles west, as listed. He added that the Redding Police Department was listed as 2.5 miles north; it was actually 6.5 miles west. He noticed that the EIR referenced Shasta County Hospital, which was closed 12 years ago. Mr. Heberling claimed that the speed limits listed were incorrect in the EIR, and the access to the property on all the maps was shown in the wrong place. He referred to the daily trip count in the EIR, which showed an increase of 3,000 vehicles. He felt the increased traffic would overburden the road. He pointed out that Columbia School, which had a population of 800 to 900 students, was not addressed in the EIR, yet concern was expressed for Boulder Creek School. Mr.Heberling commented that the diagrams portrayed the lighting at a height of 80 feet,but a quote from the EIR in The Record Searchlight stated that the lights were no higher than 25 feet. He felt 10-8 the neighborhood would be destroyed with this project, and property values would decrease. Mr. Heberling referred to alternative sites, which included the site by the Redding Airport east of Stillwater Creek, and felt that site should be revisited. He stressed that the EIR was flawed and requested that the City consider another site. Chairman Woodward determined that no one else wished to comment on the item. Chairman Woodward announced that there would be another opportunity at a future Planning Commission meeting to comment on the Redding Sports Complex,and more comments would be taken at that time. 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 10 Comments Received During December 9, 2000 Public Hearing Mark Woodward, Chairman, Planning Commission John Keaney, Senior Planner, City of Redding Randy Bright, City Resident Guy Heberling, City Resident 10-1: General Comment Comment by Chairman Woodward that the Planning Commission would listen but not respond to public comments regarding the Redding Sports Complex is noted. 10-2: General Comment Comment by John Keaney, Senior Planner for the City of Redding, regarding the public noticing and purpose of the project is noted. I 0-3: Alternate Sites, Property Values Please see Response to Comment 6-3. I0-4: Traffic, Noise, Access Location Intersection and roadway operations were analyzed under existing and cumulative conditions,with and without the project. This analysis identifies impacts at the Old Forty-Four Drive intersection with Old Oregon Trail and the eastbound SR44 ramps intersection with Old Oregon Trail. No other impacts related to intersection and roadway operations were identified according to the significance criteria included in the Draft EIR. These impacts would be mitigated to a level of less than significant. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS 10-5: Night Sky, Safety Potential impacts related to new sources of light and glare in the vicinity of the project are discussed and mitigated for in the Aesthetics and Visual Resources section in Impact 4.3.2. Mitigation measures were developed with the intent of reducing light and glare impacts to a less than significant level. Comments regarding fencing and security are noted. The comments do not address the adequacy of the Draft EIR, but they are presented here for the consideration of the Planning Commission and the City Council. I 0-6: Alternate Sites An alternatives analysis is provided in the Draft EIR in section 5.0 Alternatives. This analysis concluded, that based on an evaluation of both environmental impacts and project objectives, the proposed project with mitigation measures provides the environmentally superior alternative. I 0-7: Public Services - Proximity to, Traffic - Speed Limits, Impact to Schools, Trip Generation Please see Responses to Comments 4-8, 7-2, 9-3, 9-4, 9-5, 9-6, 9-7, 9-8, 9-10, 9-27, and 10-4. I 0-8: Lighting, Alternate Sites Please see Responses to Comments 6-3, 7-5, 9-14, 9-25, and 9-29. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report .., �... ..� a•.. 1U UV 1:1.a VVVVrV+—..+ �., ya J-'-a..a:. Jan 19 01 02: 21p City of' Redding Planning (5301225-4495 P-2 • Letter State of California-The Resources Agency CRAY DAVIS. Governor :!L::;,;:fa_ DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND - — — — — -- -- GAME _- httpa/www.dfg.ca.gov =� 601 Locals:Sheet Redding,California 96001 (530)225-2300 January 17, 2001 RIECHWED JAN 1 ii ari�l� Mr. John Keany, Senior Planner DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPT Development Services Department PLANNING DIVISION City of Redding Post Office Box 496071 Redding, California 96049-6071 Dear Mr. Keany: Redding Sports Complex, Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) The Department of Fish and Game has reviewed the subject DEIR. The proposed project will result in the construction of a 104-acre sports park complex. Project components include access roads, parking areas, hiking trails, a neighborhood I I- park, six adult softball fields, two adult baseball fields and seven soccer fields. The project is located south of Viking Way near Its intersection with Old Oregon Trail_ The DEIR prepared by the City does an excellent job of identifying biological impacts and presenting viable mitigation measures. The Department offers the 11 -2 following three comments regarding the DEIR, On page 5.4-31, mitigation measure 4.5.6a states that the proposed hiking trail will avoid known Red Bluff dwarf rush populations. This avoidance should include a minimum of a 50-foot buffer. On page 4.5-33 the City has proposed two options for the construction of a stormwater retention basin. The 2.47-acre mitigation site required under US Army Corps of Engineers (COE)-Kermit#199200618-dated February 11, 1994, is proposed as one alternative. The mitigation required under this COE permit was for impacts to 11-3 seasonal wetlands_ As stated in the DEIR, substantial increases in stormwater runoff to this mitigation site from the Redding Sports Complex could result in significant changes to this habitat type_ Those changes could result in impacts to special status plant and animal species. Therefore, of the two alternatives provided under Impact 4.5.8, the Department prefers the combined sunken ballfield-detention basin alternative. Finally, mitigation measure 4.5.8e on page 4.5-35 contains an on-site creation component for impacts to vernal pool wetlands. In our experience. attempts to create 11-4 vernal pool wetlands on site are rarely successful. Therefore, we recommend that mitigation at a COE approved vernal pool mitigation bank be considered as an option for this project. C-44414,414 tfaitte, 1 70 Ul/lb/U1 rzC1 1J:Jo rn.a ca.., mi otuaJ.:. Jan 19 01 02: 21p Citi of Redding Planning (530)225-4495 p. 3 Mr. John Keany January 17, 2001 Page Two If you have any questions or concerns regarding our comments, you may contact Conservation Planning Supervisor Craig Martz at(530)225-2281. Sincerely, At34'-'" C5 • )46'4-114-- Donald . Koch Regional Manager . cc: Messrs. Steve Burton, Craig Martz and Mark Stopher Department of Fish and Game 601 Locust Street Redding, California 96001 Mr. William Ness US Army Engineer District Sacramento Corps of Engineers 1325 J Street, Room 1480 Sacramento, California 95814-2922 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter I I Department of Fish and Game, Donald B. Koch, Regional Manager 11-I: General Comment The informational summary of the project is noted. 1 1-2: Mitigation Measures - Biological Resources The commentor recommends that a 50-foot avoidance buffer be established around known Red Bluff dwarf rush populations. The City will design the proposed hiking trail to avoid Red Bluff dwarf rush populations to the extent feasible. If a 50-foot buffer area cannot be achieved, the City will contact the Department to discuss alternative mitigation measures for preserving Red Bluff dwarf rush populations on site. Mitigation Measure 4.5.6a on page 4.5-3 I is amended to read: MM 4.5.6a The trail system shall be designed to avoid sensitive biological areas such as wetlands and known Red Bluff Dwarf populations. If a S0-foot buffer cannot be achieved around known Red Bluff dwarf rush populations, the City will contact the Department of Fish and Game to discuss alternative mitigation measures for preserving Red Bluff dwarf rush populations on site. 1 1-3: Mitigation Measures - Biological Resources, Wetlands The commentor indicates that the Department prefers the combined sunken ball field-detention basin alternative. Comment noted. No further response is required. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS I I-4: Mitigation Measures - Biological Resources, Wetlands The commentor states that off-site mitigation at an approved mitigation bank may be more successful than on-site wetlands creation. The mitigation measures presented on Pages 4.5-28 and 4.5-29 of the Draft EIR provide the City with flexibility in pursuing wetland mitigation opportunities and include provisions for either on-site wetlands creation or the purchase of wetland mitigation credits at an approved mitigation bank. The City will consider the Department's recommendation during the permitting phase for the proposed Sports Complex project. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report REDDING PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 9, 2001 PUBLIC HEARING-DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT EIR-2-00, by the City of Redding, evaluating the potential environmental impacts of the proposed Redding Sports Complex located east of the City of Redding Corporation Yard, south of Viking Way, and west of Old Oregon Trail. The proposed project will consist of six softball fields, two baseball fields,five to six soccer fields, a multipurpose gymnasium, and associated parking. L-010-075 Chairman Mark Woodward called for a recess at 4:10 p.m.to allow the Commissioners time to read letters that were submitted in regard to the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR). He reconvened the meeting at 4:15 p.m. Senior Planner John Keaney reviewed the item and noted that a public hearing on this matter had been conducted at the Planning Commission meeting of December 12,2000. He indicated that few 12-1 comments had been received,and today's public hearing provided further opportunity for comments on the Draft EIR. He referenced the letter received from the Department of Transportation,the only agency that had responded to date, and noted that the comment period ended January 15, 2001. Mr. Keaney reported that since the December 12 meeting,review of the funding and phasing of the project had resulted in revision of the facilities that would be built with Phase I. He pointed out that 12-2 Phase 1 included six softball fields instead of three, as originally stated; but since the Draft EIR impacts and mitigations were based on the complete project,the change in phasing did not affect the conclusions and mitigations in the Draft EIR. Mr. Keaney remarked that the only mitigation tied to phasing was the off-site traffic mitigation proposed to be constructed prior to operation of Phase 2, and he informed the Commissioners that an analysis would be included to determine if the traffic mitigations should be installed with the revised Phase 1. Chairman Mark Woodward asked if anyone present wished to comment on this matter. James Mast, 10053 Old Oregon Trail, stated that his residence was across the street from the 12-3 proposed complex. He remarked that a lot of people used the area for legal and illegal activities. He inquired if there would be a time limit for when games should end, a restriction for noise and lights,and added police protection? He contended that his main concern dealt with traffic,since Old Oregon Trail was the main thoroughfare for students traveling to Shasta Junior College,and claimed 12-4 that almost everyone exceeded the speed limit. Mr.Mast opined that there would be gridlock if the main entrance to the complex was on Old Oregon Trail. Referencing the intersecting street named Accident Lane, he observed that there was an accident at that location every week. He feared that the people in his neighborhood would be endangered because of the added traffic. Mr.Mast pointed out four different ways for traffic to be routed to and from the complex. He invited the Commissioners to drive on Old Oregon Trail when college students were driving to school. Mr. Mast asked if staff had checked for vernal pools or Indian artifacts on the land and worried that 12-5 something important might be discovered after construction had commenced. He said that he was I concerned about vandalism and noted that landscape was constantly damaged at the City's Corporation Yard because of vandals who littered and destroyed the land with their 4-wheel-drive 12-6 vehicles. He expressed fear that this complex would allow people to party on a larger scope, with an increase in crime and vandalism. Mr.Mast took the opportunity to address his desire for a bike trail that would run from Shasta Lake' 12-7 City to Anderson on Old Oregon Trail. Chairman Woodward asked Mr. Mast if he had read the Draft ER and its mitigation measures. Mr.Mast replied that he had not and added that he felt the complex would be ideal if done correctly, 12-8 but he worried about the traffic and if the project would be built properly. Rick Wagner,2604 Cottage Avenue, Shasta Lake,stated that he was in charge of the Men's Softball League and offered to answer some of the questions posed. He noticed that some of the concerns 12-9 mentioned were the same issues being addressed at Alta Mesa School—the location where the softball games were currently played. He emphasized that crime, noise, lights, and traffic were all factors dealt with successfully at Alta Mesa School. Mr. Wagner advised that noise was controlled and traffic regulated due to different starting times of the games and that his group worked closely with the Redding Police and Sheriffs Departments. Marjy Cantrell,P.O.Box 991063,Redding,commented that she had been a Shasta County resident for over 50 years and owned about 13 acres of land at Hartnell Avenue and Highway 44. She said 12-10 the hardpan there was not far below ground level and that it ran from Shasta View Drive to Old Oregon Trail and south to Old Oregon Trail and Airport Road, which prompted her concern for drainage. Ms. Cantrell said the wetlands on her property was created when the Highway 44/Old Oregon Trail overpass was constructed and dirt from the surrounding areas was used for the project. She hoped that the sports complex would be landscaped and graded correctly so that water would be diverted into a well-designed drainage system. She said she wanted to ensure that a further problem was not created in the water table. Ms.Cantrell acknowledged that this sports complex was a wonderful project as long as it did not create problems for the surrounding property owners in a larger radius than what was shown in the Draft ER. She confirmed that a written document that addressed these issues would be submitted by Friday. Ms. Cantrell requested that the signals for the Highway 44 on- and off-ramps at Old Oregon Trail be addressed at an earlier date than the sports complex's completion date. She mentioned the City's 12-1 plan to realign Hartnell Avenue at Airport Road and opined that many wonderful projects and sales of property had been delayed because the City had not yet designed the planned project. Ms.Cantrell asserted that many Enterprise residents would utilize this sports complex and recommended that the realignment, as well as signaling at the Old 44 Drive/Lumberjack store area and the redevelopment project for Airport Road/Old Oregon Trail, be addressed at this time. She pointed out that she traveled from her home to Highway 44 and Airport Road via Old Oregon Trail and that this road had become a commuter route for more than just college students. 2 As an aside, Ms. Cantrell wanted it clearly stated by the City of Redding staff, including City Manager Mike Warren, that this sports complex did not replace or eliminate the Kiwanis 12-12 No. 1 ballpark or the fastpitch facility and its practice fields. She pointed out that when the site for the City Hall complex was proposed,the elimination of these fields was removed from the proposal because of public comment. Chairman Woodward asked Ms. Cantrell if she felt that the ballparks lived in perpetuity. Ms. Cantrell replied that the ballparks were built for the youth of Redding, and studies had shown that there was a shortage of ballparks in this area. Chairman Woodward observed that things changed over time and that in the future,opportunities might arise that would allow the land to be used for something far more significant in value to the community than ballparks. Ms.Cantrell reiterated that the sports complex was not designed to replace these fields;it was to add additional fields needed by the City for its youth and adults. Bill Bayon, 2887 Tarmac Road, inquired if Tarmac Road was going to be extended to Old Oregon Trail. Mr.Keaney replied that this project left that possibility open for the future. Mr.Bayon asked 12-13 about the drainage,noting that some of it went to Clover Creek, and asked if there was a mitigation to that issue. Mr. Keaney pointed out that half the property drained to Clover Creek and half to the area to which Ms. Cantrell had referred. He said the northwesterly portion that flowed to Clover Creek would drain through the City's Corporation Yard property and that either the detention-basin area would be used,or detention would be designed into the parking lot and ball fields. He indicated that a major segment of the property that drained to the south was the wetlands area which had been left undeveloped. Mr. Keaney added that the soccer field area drained to the south, and either the parking lot or the soccer fields would be designed for providing detention so that there would be no net increase in flow. Chairman Woodward interjected that there was a massive project being undertaken to facilitate flows on Clover Creek that encompassed almost 100 acres. Chairman Woodward determined that no one else wished to speak on the item. On the issue of traffic,Mr. Keaney stated that access for the first phase would be directly to Viking Way at the north end of the project, and 28 percent of that traffic was expected to go west and 12-14 72 percent would use Old Oregon Trail. He noted that the site plans in the Draft EIR showed a second driveway accessing directly to Old Oregon Trail; but at this time, it was for emergency-vehicle access only. He indicated that the second and third access points were deferred to the future phases. Mr. Keaney said when Phase 2 of the project is proposed, the traffic issues would have to be revisited. Chairman Woodward stated that one issue had bothered him since the previous meeting. He referred to Mr. Heberling's letter and statements to the Commissioners that dealt with the number of errors 12-15 in the Draft EIR. He asked Mr. Keaney if the errors had been resolved. Mr. Keaney acknowledged that there had been errors on distances because some of the numbers had been pulled from the EIR for the transfer station, which was several years old. He contended that discrepancies in the distances from the sports complex to the fire station did not substantially change the response time. Chairman Woodward asked if the consultants' job was to take existing information, draw conclusions, and determine what mitigation measures might be required; or did the consultants go out and field-test some of their theories? Mr. Keaney replied that the consultants did both. 3 Chairman Woodward asked Mr.Keaney about other improvements to Old Oregon Trail in addition to the signaling at the on-and off-ramps. Mr.Keaney described the intersection of Old Oregon Trail 12-16 and Old 44 Drive,which was a stop-sign controlled, four-way stop. He added that for many years, this intersection had been identified for signalization, so the Draft EIR suggested that either signals be installed or that a right-turn pocket be provided. Chairman Woodward stated that this road appeared to be substandard to him,especially some of the shoulders,but assumed that the stretch of road that paralleled the complex was in the County. Mr. Keaney verified that it was and that it met County rural-road standards. He said the County's policy was to do minimal improvements to land that was within the City's sphere of influence based on the assumption that the City would take care of it later. Mr.Keaney noted that written responses to comments received from the meetings and letters would be prepared. He said responses to comments from State agencies would be forwarded to the agencies 12-1', to give them opportunity to review the comments, and then those comments would be assembled with the existing documentation for the Final EIR. He indicated that there would be a hearing before the Planning Commission on the Final EIR to determine whether it adequately addressed the issues, then it would be sent to City Council. Chairman Woodward encouraged the public to read the Draft ER,which was available in the Development Services Department. 4 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS Letter 12 Comments Received During January 9, 2001 Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission John Keaney, Senior Planner, City of Redding James Mast City Resident Mark Woodward, Chairman, Planning Commission Rick Wagner, City Resident Marjy Cantrell, City Resident Bill Bayon, City Resident 12-1: General Comment The comments regarding the comment period and comments received to date are noted. 12-2: General Comment The comments regarding changes to the phasing of the project and that the conclusions and mitigations in the EIR are still valid are noted. 12-3: General Comment The commentor's concerns regarding existing legal and illegal activities on the project site, time limits for games, lighting, noise, and degree of police protection are noted. These comments do not specifically address the adequacy of the EIR, and are presented here for the Planning Commission's information. The commentor did indicate that he had not read the EIR for specific mitigation measures dealing with each area of concern listed above. I2-4: Traffic Please refer to Responses to Comments 6-3, 7-2, 9-10, 9-12, and 10-4. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS I2-5: Biological Resources, Cultural Resources The commentor indicates concern regarding biological resources(vernal pools)and archaeological resources that may be found on the site. Specifically, Mitigation Measures 4.5.3a and 4.5.3b reduce any impact of the project on jurisdictional wetlands, including vernal pools, to a less than significant level. Mitigation Measure 4.6.1 addresses any impacts related to the discovery of cultural or historical artifacts once construction activities have started, and reduces those impacts to a less than significant level. It should be noted that an archaeological survey was conducted over the entire project area. The survey found an isolated artifact of no historical significance, and evidence (house pad, driveway, landscape plants) of an approximately 45-year old residence (see Appendix D). 12-6: Safety The comments regarding crime and vandalism are noted. The comments do not address the adequacy of the Draft EIR, and are presented here for the consideration of the Planning Commission and City Council. I 2-7: Bicycle Trail The commentor expresses his desire for a bike trail from Shasta Lake City to Anderson on Old Oregon Trail. The comment does not specifically address the adequacy of the EIR, and is presented here for the consideration of the Commission. 12-8: General Comment The commentor acknowledges that he has not reviewed the Draft EIR or the recommended mitigation measures, and expresses his desire that the project be built properly. The comment City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS does not specifically address the adequacy of the EIR, and is presented here for the consideration of the Commission. I 2-9: General Comment The commentor draws a parallel between the concerns registered over the construction of the Redding Sports Complex and concerns registered over the Alta Mesa School,where softball games currently are being played. The commentor notes that the similar concerns regarding crime, noise, lights, and traffic had been dealt with successfully at Alta Mesa School. This comment is presented here for the consideration of the Commission. 12-10: Drainage The commentor raises concerns related to project drainage, and in particular the effect stormwater runoff might have on adjacent properties. The stormwater analysis and subsequent mitigation measure focused on demonstrating that downstream drainage facilities could accommodate any increase in flood peak flows. Due to existing Clover Creek flooding issues raised during the public comment period, mitigation measure 4.8.1 on page 4.8-I 0 of the Draft EIR has been amended to read as follows: MM 4.8.1 The project shall be designed so that surface runoff drains into the respective . . . - : - . . . - . • .. -. . Prior to approval of the final site plan for Phase I, a licensed civil engineer shall City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS prepare a drainage infrastructure plan. The drainage infrastructure plan will meet the following requirements: • Demonstrate that post-development stormwater discharge levels from the project will remain at existing levels and which measures will be implemented, including detention basins and culverts, to achieve this goal; • A maintenance program for detention basins and drainage facilities including inspection schedule necessary to ensure facility integrity and debris removal; Implementation of the amended mitigation measure should ensure that stormwater discharge during peak flow periods does not exacerbate flooding on adjacent properties or to downstream properties. 12-1 I: Signalization, Road Realignment The comments regarding the City of Redding's road improvement schedule is noted. These comments do not specifically address the adequacy of the EIR, and are presented here for the consideration of the Planning Commission and City Council. In addition, please refer to Response to Comments 2-1, 6-3, and 10-4. 12-12: Ball fields The comment expresses the need for sufficient ball fields in the City of Redding to accommodate the City's youth and adult populations. The commentor indicates that City staff should make it clear that the ball fields at the Redding Sports Complex do not replace to reduce the need for ball fields elsewhere in the City. This comment does not address the adequacy of the EIR, and is presented here for the consideration of the Commission. 12-13: Drainage Comment noted. The commentary is interested in mitigation for drainage issues related to the proposed project, in particular Clover Creek. See response to comment 12-10. The amendment City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 2.0 RESPONSES TO COMMENTS of mitigation measure 4.8.I will ensure that there is no net increase in flows of drainages adjacent to the project site. 12-14: Traffic - Site Plan The comments summarizing access points to the Sports Complex, and future phasing are noted. 12-15: Adequacy of EIR Comment noted. Some distances in the Public Services and Utilities section were utilized from an earlier EIR for the transfer station located adjacent to the project site. The distances have been reviewed using a Redding GIS Division base maps and reflect road miles from the project area. Even with amended distances, emergency response times do not change significantly and conclusions, and mitigation measures remain the same for the final EIR. See also Responses to Comments 9-3 through 9-7. 12-16: Traffic Improvements The comments regarding the City of Redding's road improvement plans are noted. 12-17: General Comment The information regarding the process of responding to written and verbal comments, producing and adopting the Final EIR is noted, as is the comment encouraging the public to review the Draft EIR. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 Final Environmental Impact Report 3.0 KEYWORD INDEX 3.0 KEYWORD INDEX Each of the comments submitted for the Draft EIR was assigned a"keyword"summarizing the main issue addressed in the comment.Table 3-I, identifies the primary Responses for each the keywords. The first column lists the keyword, and the second column identifies the Comment Letter and corresponding Response that addresses that particular issue. In some cases, more than one response addresses the issue. Please note that Comments identified as "general comment" usually contain valid issues and concerns, but frequently do not speak to the adequacy of the EIR. The responses to comments with the keyword "general" would usually fall under one of the following categories: • does not address the adequacy of the Draft EIR; • speaks to the appropriateness of the project and other issues pertinent to the decision- makers, but out of the scope of the EIR itself; • presents an opinion in support of or against the project; • reflects the same information in the Draft EIR; • provides an introduction to subsequent comments; • addresses a wide range of issues previously addressed within the Final EIR; or, • out of the scope of the environmental review process. Keyword Index Keyword Letter/Comment Number Access Location 9-I I, 9-21, 10-4 Adequacy of EIR \9-27, 10-8, 12-15 Aesthetics 9-18 Air Quality 4-I, 4-2, 4-3, 4-5, 4-6 Air Quality Modeling 4-11, 9-19 Alternate Sites 6-3, 7-6, 7-7, 9-14, 9-29, 10-3, 10-6, 10-8 Ball Fields 12-12 Bicycle Trail 12-7 Biological Resources 7-8 Composting- Odors from 3-4 City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 3-I Final Environmental Impact Report 3,0 KEYWORD INDEX Keyword Letter/Comment Number Drainage 12-10, 12-13 Formatting I-4, 4-4 General Comment 1-I, 3-1, 3-2, 3-3, 5-I, 6-I, 6-4, 7-1, 10-1, 10-2, I I-1, 12-I, 12-2, 12-3, 12-8, 12-9, 12-17 Illumination Contours 8-1 Impacts to Schools 9-17, 10-7 Lighting 9-25, 9-26, 10-8 Mitigation Measures -Air Quality 4-7, 4-9, 4-10 Mitigation Measures - Biological Resources I 1-2 Mitigation Measures - Biological Resources,Wetlands 11-3, 11-4 Mitigation Measures - Noise 9-20 Mitigation Measures -Traffic 2-1 Night Sky 10-5 Noise 6-2, 7-1, 7-3, 9-1, 9-2, 9-16, 10-4 Parking 7-4 Property Rights 7-4 Property Values 7-5, 9-28, 10-3 Public Services - Proximity of 9-3, 9-4, 9-5, 9-6, 9-7, 10-7 Quality of Life 7-7, 9-2 Road Realignment 12-I 1 Road Width 9-12, 9-13, 9-23 Safety 10-5, 12-6 Traffic 6-2, 7-1, 9-24, 10-4, 12-4 Traffic - Improvements 12-16 Traffic - Site Plan 9-15, 12-14 Traffic - Signalization 12-I 1 Traffic- Speed Limits 9-8, 9-9, 9-21, 10-7 Trip Generation 4-8, 10-7 Water Quality 1-2 Water Treatment 1-3 City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 3-2 Final Environmental Impact Report 4.0 ERRATA DOCUMENT 4.0 Errata Document This section lists all text changes, corrections, and additions that were made to the Redding Sports Complex Draft EIR. These modifications resulted primarily in response to comments received during the Draft EIR public review period. This summary of changes, or errata, addresses each section of the Draft EIR. The changes herein do not constitute new significant information or result in any new significant impacts that would require recirculation of the Draft EIR pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15088.5. Changes are shown in bold italics and . 1.0 INTRODUCTION The first sentence of the third paragraph on page I-I is modified to read: Phase I of the project consists of three (3) softball fields, tcn (10) fifteen (1 S) acres of soccer fields, parking areas, concession stand(s), maintenance shed(s), and associated public improvements including lighting, water, sewer and storm drainage systems, designed to support Phase I of the Sports Complex Project. 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY No changes were made to this section. 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The fourth bullet point on page 3-5 of the Draft EIR is modified to read: • Ten (10) Fifteen (15) acres of soccer fields The first sentence of the fourth paragraph on page 3-6 of the Draft EIR is modified to read: The project proposes to construct +0 15 acres of soccer fields, or at least five fields. 4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING, IMPACTS, AND MITIGATION MEASURES No changes were made to this section. 4.1 INTRODUCTION TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS No changes were made to this section. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 4-I Final Environmental Impact Report 4.0 Errata Document 4.2 LAND USE No changes were made to this section. 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES No changes were made to this section. 4.4 AIR QUALITY Table 4.4-I of the Draft EIR is modified to read as follows: Year Highest Measurement Days Exceeded Ambient Standard Ozone PM,o Fed. State Fed. PM10 State PM,o (ppm) (ug/m3) Ozone Ozone 1997 0.119 44.0 0 8 0 0 1998 0.140 50.0 3 40 0 0 1999 0.116 77.0 0 21 0 15* 3 ppm- parts per million ug/m3-micrograms per cubic meter .— Source:California Air Resources Board Page 4.4-3 of the Draft EIR, last paragraph, is modified to read as follows: Within Redding and Shasta County, the primary source of ozone precursors is motor vehicles. The ozone problem is exacerbated by the transport of ozone produced in the Sacramento metropolitan area. Ozone transport has been found to be significant and overwhelming (NSVAB, 1997). According to John Strahan of the Shasta County Air City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 4-2 Final Environmental Impact Report 4.0 Errata Document ' • e : Resource Management Department, Shasta County exceeds the State ozone standard I I times per year on average (Schultz, I999). Page 4.4-4, first paragraph, is modified to read as follows: PM10 is particulate matter 10 microns or less in diameter. It includes dust, soot and chemical droplets. PM10 is directly emitted into the atmosphere as a by-product of fuel combustion (including burning), abrasion, wind erosion and unpaved roads. As shown in Table 4.4-1, the Redding monitoring station recorded no exceedances of Federal or State PM10 standards tint-i4 in 1997 and 1998, but recorded exceedances of State standards in 1999. Page 4.4-6 is modified to read as follows: COUNTY REGULATIONS In 1994, the EPA approved the State Implementation Plan (SIP) for Ozone. The SIP includes new control strategies to be developed and implemented over the ten years following adoption of the plan. The strategies are designed to reduce air pollution throughout the state and ensure continued progress toward meeting both federal and state ozone standards. The CARB determined that SCAQMD would not be required to prepare a comprehensive update of its air quality plan. Instead, the district was directed to focus on implementing its existing control strategies and SIP commitments, in accordance with the California Clean Air Act. Page 4.4-6, second paragraph, is modified to read as follows: The SCAQMD Rulebook sets standards of operation, defines permit requirements and sets emission limits. Collectively, these regulations and requirements are aimed at protecting public health and welfare. e - - .- • : ' • -• • ••' .. the best available control tcchnology (BACT) for emissions. It also scts forth a "no net • • nonattainmcnt status, and it states requirements for offsetting emissions. Another One significant rule, Rule 3:2, sets limits on emissions of particulate matter, NO. and SOX. Other rules deal with more specific types of emissions, such as those from dry cleaning City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 4-3 Final Environmental Impact Report 4.0 Errata Document establishments and vehicle painting shops. However, for other likely emission sources associated with the project, such as maintenance equipment and barbeque grills,SCAQMD has no specific rules (Waldrop, pers. comm., 2000). Mitigation Measure 4.4.lb is modified to read as follows: MM 4.4.I b The project shall provide preferential parking spaces for carpools, and vanpools and buses. Mitigation Measure 4.4.I a is modified to read as follows: MM 4.4.I a The project shall contribute to traffic flow improvements that are not growth- inducing. Examples include, but are not limited to, right-of-way acquisition and capital improvements. Timing/Implementation: Prior to commencing construction. Enforcement/Monitoring: .- • a. e•. • - - City of Redding Development Services Department 4.5 BIOLOGY Mitigation Measure 4.5.6a on page 4.5-3 I is amended to read: MM 4.5.6a The trail system shall be designed to avoid sensitive biological areas such as wetlands and known Red Bluff Dwarf nodulations. If a 50-foot buffer cannot be achieved around known Red Bluff dwarf rush bobulations. the City will contact the Debartment of Fish and Game to discuss alternative mitigation measures for preserving Red Bluff dwart rush populations on site. 4.6 CULTURAL RESOURCES No changes were made to this section. 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 4-4 Final Environmental Impact Report 4.0 Errata Document No changes were made to this section. 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY Mitigation measure 4.8.1 on page 4.8-I 0 of the Draft EIR has been amended to read as follows: MM 4.8.1 drainage basins. In designing drainage for the project, studies shall be conducted not increase risk of damage during the least damaging flood. If either of these : . . . : - - - - - . - - - .. . Prior to approval of the final site plan for Phase I, a certified civil engineer shall prepare a drainage infrastructure plan. The drainage infrastructure plan will meet the following requirements: • Demonstrate that post-development stormwater discharge levels from the project will remain at existing levels and which measures will be implemented, including detention basins and culverts, to achieve this goal; • A maintenance program for detention basins and drainage facilities including inspection schedule necessary to ensure facility integrity and debris removal; 4.9 NOISE No changes were made to this section. 4.110 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES The second sentence of the second paragraph under "Setting", page 4.10-1, is amended to read: The raw water is of good quality, but is subject to winter turbidity problems. The third and fourth sentences of the second paragraph under"Setting", page 4.10-I are amended to read: Groundwater is typically of good quality, but untreated has some taste problems with iron and manganese occur. Normalf vWater is chlorinated and filtered at each well site to City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 4-5 Final Environmental Impact Report 4.0 Errata Document partially control taste and odor problems remove iron and manganese and to provide a residual chlorine concentration within the distribution system. Page 4.10-3 through 4.10-4 of the Draft EIR is modified to read as follows: Fire service is provided by the City of Redding Fire Department. The closest fire station to the project site is Station 5, located approximately 2 4.5 miles to the west at 9555 Hartnell Street as shown on Figure 4.10-1. This station is manned by a minimum of four firefighters 24 hours a day. Response time from Station 5 to the project site is approximately 3 to 4 8 minutes, which is considered satisfactory emergency response (source: Redding Fire Department). In the event of a major incident at the site, additional fire fighters and equipment would be available at from Fire Station 4 7, located at Redding Airport , .. .. (see Figure 4.10-1). Response time from this station is approximately 7 12 minutes (source: Redding Fire Department). Page 4.10-4 of the Draft EIR is modified to read as follows: In addition to the Redding Fire Department described above, Mercy Medical Center or Redding Medical Center would also respond to medical emergencies at the Redding Sports complex site. The Medical Centcr Is located approximately 3.5 8 and 6.7 miles west of the project site. - - " - - : - Court Street (see Figure 4.10-2). Page 4.10-4 of the Draft EIR is modified to read as follows: Police protection for the project area is provided primarily by the City of Redding Police Department. The Police Department is located at 13I 3 California Street, approximately 275 5.0 miles north west of the project site. The Department had 107 sworn officers in 1999. The ratio of sworn police officers per 1,000 residents in 1999 was 1.36. Page 4.10-4 of the Draft EIR is modified to read as follows: The city also has a mutual-aid agreement with Shasta County Sheriffs Department. The Sheriff's Office,therefore, may also respond to certain emergencies at the Sports Complex. The Sheriffs Office is located at 1500 Court Street, approximately 4 5.4 miles west of the project site. The second sentence of Impact 4.10.I on page 4.10-10 of the Draft EIR is amended to read: City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 4-6 Final Environmental Impact Report 4.0 Errata Document This will place a greater demand on the City's water distribution system, owned and serviced in this area by the Bella Vista Water District. 4.I I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION The second sentence under the heading Old Oregon Trail on page 4.I I-I is modified to read: The segment of Old Oregon Trail from Old Alturas Road to SR 44 consists of rolling terrain with a posted speed of 3-5 40 m.p.h. The second sentence under the heading Old Forty-Four Drive on page 4.I 1-3 is modified to read: Old Forty-Four Drive consists of slightly rolling terrain and has a posted speed of 3-5 40 m.p.h. 5.0 ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROJECT At the request of the City, the traffic consultants prepared an additional analysis of the Project Access Scenarios, the text of which follows. In addition, please refer to Figure I. Evaluation of Project Access Scenarios The Redding Sports Complex Draft EIR assumed that the proposed project would ultimately have access from Viking Way and Old Oregon Trail. Refinements of the site plan since the Draft EIR have identified three other alternative access scenarios. These alternatives are described below and identified on Figure I. • Access Alternative A proposes primary access at the driveway on Viking Way and secondary access at the driveway on Tarmac Road. • Access Alternative B proposes primary access at the driveway on Tarmac Road (including the extension of Tarmac Road to Old Oregon Trail) and secondary access on Viking Way. • Access Alternative C proposes primary access at the driveway on Old Oregon Trail and secondary access on both Viking Way and Tarmac Road. All project driveways include full-access with all movements permitted. Intersections and the primary access project driveways with the public streets would likely be stop-controlled and require construction of exclusive left-turn lanes on the public street. However, teh final City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 4-7 Final Environmental Impact Report 4.0 Errata Document intersection design and traffic control will require review and approval by the City of Redding Public Works Department. To determine the potential effect of the alternative access scenarios on the Draft EIR traffic impact analysis, the project trips were re-assigned as shown on Figure I. The access alternatives do not substantially alter the assignment of project trips with the exception of Alternative A. This alternative would cause most project trips to use Viking Way. The shift does not cause any new traffic impacts to occur. Therefore, the traffic impacts and mitigation measures contained in the Draft EIR would not change under any of the three project access alternatives. 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA No changes were made to this section. 6.I CUMULATIVE IMPACTS No changes were made to this section. 6.2 GROWTH-INDUCING IMPACTS No changes were made to this section. 6.3 SIGNIFICANT AND UNAVOIDABLE IMPACTS No changes were made to this section. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex January 2001 4-8 Final Environmental Impact Report 44. Proposed Access Included In DEIR Proposed Access Alternative A +980 \+980 Secondary Access 0G Primary Access VIKING WY. +5} 99 VIKING WY. +2,540 �G' rvo cc 02 a �O z PROJECT Primary Access ¢ PROJECT °cc 2� Q SITE a SITE �` // r +720 TARMAC RD. +720 TARMAC RD. +1,560 Secondary Access +1,560 LEGEND LEGEND +500 -Daily Project Trips(Two-Way Volume) +500 -Daily Project Trips(Two-Way Volume) Proposed Access Alternative B_ Proposed Access Alternative C +980 +980 Secondary Access Secondary Access 0 VIKING WY. +9'• VIKING WY. \+98 O / 9 s cc 0 cc I- >- 0 >- �< z ��O'02 z Or 0 / Primary Access W PROJECT ,, W PROJECT a SITE �� a SITE A A /// 1 +720 TARMAC RD. (PROPOSED EXTEN.ION) +720 TARMAC RD. Primary Access +1,560 Secondary Access +1,560 LEGEND LEGEND +500 -Daily Project Trips(Two-Way Volume) +500 -Daily Project Trips(Two-Way Volume) REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX FEHR at PEERS ASSOCIATES,Ilvc. PROJECT ACCESS ALTERNATIVES 7ransportotion Consultants �YNNLF1aL4NDl�SCOY AND DAILY PROJECT TRIPS Feb 09, 2001 MJF FIGURE 1 N:\Projects\1002\1282\graphics\fig01_pro_occess.dwg City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Draft Environmental Impact Report SCH No. 2000062097 • • Submitted to: City of Redding Development Services Department Planning Division 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, California 96001 Submitted by: SMG PAC IF IC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS November 2000 DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX City of Redding - SCH No. 2000062097 Prepared for: CITY OF REDDING Development Services Department Planning Division 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, CA 96001 Prepared by: PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS 140 Independence Circle, Suite C Chico, CA 95973 NOVEMBER 2000 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION I.I Project Background and Purpose I-I 1.2 Type of Document I-I 1.3 Intended Used of the EIR 1-2 1.4 Organization and Scope 1-3 1.5 Environmental Review Process 1-5 1.6 Impact Terminology 1-7 1.7 Definitions of Commonly Used Terms 1-7 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2.1 Purpose of the EIR 2-I 2.2 Project Characteristics 2-I 2.3 Issues of Concern 2-3 2.4 Project Alternatives 2-3 2.5 Other Impacts 2-4 2.6 Summary of Environmental Impacts 2-4 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 3.1 Project Location and Regional Setting 3-I 3.2 Site Description 3-I 3.3 Project Objectives 3-6 3.4 Project Characteristics 3-6 3.5 Prior Environmental Review 3-I 1 3.6 Required Permits and Approvals 3-1 I 4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING, IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES 4.1 Introduction to the Environmental Impact Analysis 4.1- 4.2 Land Use 4.2-I 4.3 Aesthetics and Visual Resources 4.3- 4.4 Air Quality 4.4-I 4.5 Biology 4.5-I 4.6 Cultural Resources 4.6-I 4.7 Geology and Soils 4.7-I 4.8 Hydrology and Water Quality 4.8-I 4.9 Noise 4.9-I 4.10 Public Services and Utilities 4.10-I City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 i Draft Environmental Impact Report TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.I I Transportation and Circulation 4.I I-1 5.0 ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROJECT 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA 6.I Cumulative Impacts 6-I 6.2 Growth-Inducing Impacts 6-6 6.3 Significant and Unavoidable Environmental Effects 6-7 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND REFERENCES 7.1 Preparers of the EIR 7-1 7.2 Individuals and Persons Consulted 7-2 7.3 References 7-2 APPENDICES Appendix A - Notice of Preparation and Initial Study Appendix B - Air Quality Modeling Results Appendix C - Biological Resources Study Appendix D - Cultural Resource Study Appendix E - Hydrology Report Appendix F - Noise Study Appendix G - Traffic Study Appendix H - Illumination Analysis Appendix I - Transmission Line Relocation Study by Cal Electro, Inc. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 11 November 2000 LIST OF TABLES TABLE NUMBER PAGE 2-I Summary of Impacts and Mitigation Measures 2-5 4.4-1 Air Quality Data for Redding, 1997-1999 4.4-3 4.4-2 Ambient Air Quality Standards 4.4-5 4.4-3 Control Measures and Adoption Status 4.4-7 4.4-4 Estimate of Emissions from Vehicle Trips Associated with Project 4.4-I I 4.4-5 Comparison of Project Emissions to Total County Emissions 4.4-15 4.5-1 Special-Status Plan Species with Potential to Occur within the Redding Sports Complex Project Area 4.5-8 4.5-2 Wildlife Habitats and Associated Non-Status Species in the Redding Sports Complex Project Area 4.5-I I 4.5-3 Special-Status Wildlife species with Potential to Occur within the Redding Sports Complex Project Area 4.5-12 4.7-I Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale for Earthquakes 4.7-4 4.9-I Measured Ambient Noise Levels at Project Site 4.9-3 4.9-2 Maximum Allowable Noise Exposure, Transportation Noise Sources 4.9-5 4.9-3 Noise level Performance Standards for New Projects Affected by or Including Non-Transportation Sources 4.9-7 4.9-4 Significance of Changes in Cumulative Noise Exposure 4.9-8 4.9-5 Project-Generated Noise Levels at Nearest Existing Residences 4.9-10 4.9-6 Traffic Volumes and Project-Related Traffic Noise Level Increases 4.9-12 4.9-7 Construction Equipment Noise 4.9-12 4.11-I Stop-Sign Controlled Intersection LOS Criteria 4.1 I-4 4. 1-2 Signalized Intersection LOS Criteria 4.1 I-4 4.1 1-3 Roadway Segment Level of Service Criteria 4.I I-5 4.1 1-4 P.M. Peak Hour Intersection Level of Service Existing Conditions 4.I 1-6 4.1 1-5 Phase I Daily and P.M. Peak Hour Trip Generation 4.1 I-10 4.1 1-6 P.M. Peak Hour Intersection Level of Service-Existing Plus Project Conditions 4.11-12 4.1 1-7 Average Daily Total Traffic Volumes-Cumulative No Project Conditions 4.I I-13 4.I 1-8 Average Daily total Traffic Volumes-Cumulative Plus Project Conditions 4.11-17 5.2-I Summary of Sportspiex Site Options Report 5-3 City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 111 Draft Environmental Impact Report LIST OF TABLES 5.3-I Impact of Project Alternatives on the Environment as Compared to the Proposed Project Without Mitigation Measures 5-26 Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 1V November 2000 LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE NUMBER PAGE 3-1 Location Map 3-2 3-2 Site Plan 3-3 3-3 Aerial Photo - Project Vicinity 3-4 4.2-1 Surrounding Land Uses 4.2-2 4.2-2 General Plan Land Use Designations 4.2-3 4.2-3 Future Parks Map 4.2-8 4.2-4 Zoning Designations 4.2-9 4.3-1 Southern Portion of Project Site 4.3-I 4.3-2 Northern Portion of Project Site 4.3-2 4.3-3 Southeastern Portion of Project Site 4.3-2 4.3-4 Transmission Lines 4.3-3 4.3-5 Telephone Lines along Tarmac Road 4.3-3 4.3-6 Dirt Road Extending from Tarmac Road along Southern Project Boundary 4.3-4 4.4-1 Sacramento Valley Air Basin 4.4-2 4.5-1 Wetlands Map 4.5-2 4.5-2 Seasonal Wetland in Foreground 4.5-3 4.5-3 Oak Woodland 4.5-5 4.5-4 Plant Communities 4.5-7 4.7-1 Soil Types within Project Site 4.7-2 4.8-1 Clover Creek Drainage Basin 4.8-2 4.8-2 Project Site Drainage 4.8-3 4.8-3 Drainage Ditch (along boundary of Waste Transfer Station) 4.8-4 4.8-4 Detention Basin (Transfer Station in background) 4.8-4 4.8-5 100-Year Floodplains in Redding Area 4.8-6 4.9-1 Typical A-Weighted Sound Levels of Common Noise Sources 4.9-2 4.9-2 Noise Measurement Locations 4.9-4 4.10-I Fire Station Response Areas 4.I0-5 City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 V Draft Environmental Impact Report LIST OF FIGURES 4.10-2 Emergency Medical Care Availability 4.10-6 4.10-5 Police Department Location 4.10-7 4.11-I Study Area 4.1I-2 4.1 1-2 Roadway Geometrics, Traffic control, and Peak Hour Traffic Volumes 4.11-7 4.1 1-3 Project Trip Distribution 4.11-14 4.1 1-4 Existing Plus Project Conditions 4.11-15 4.I 1-5 Cumulative and Cumulative Plus Project Roadway Segment Traffic Forecasts 4.11-18 5-I Alternate Project Sites 5-2 5.2-I View to the West Michaels Property 5-10 5.2-2 View to the East Michaels Property 5-10 5.2-3 View to the South and West Interstate 5 Property 5-13 5.2-4 View to the West Interstate 5 Property 5-14 5.2-5 View to the North Interstate 5 Property 5-14 5.2-6 View Along Metz Road Highway 273 Property 5-17 5.2-7 View to the East Highway 273 Property 5-18 5.2-8 View to the Southeast Highway 273 Property 5-18 5.2-9 View to the East Burk/Cota Property 5-21 5.2-10 View to the West Burk/Cota Property 5-22 5.2-11 View to the North Burk/Cota Property 5-22 Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report Vi November 2000 I .0 INTRODUCTION 1 .0 INTRODUCTION This section summarizes the purpose of the Environmental Impact Report (EIR); describes the environmental procedures that are to be followed according to state law;the intended uses of the EIR;the Project's relationship to the City of Redding General Plan,the El R's scope and organization;contact person; impact terminology; and definitions of commonly used terms. I.I BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE This Environmental Impact Report (EIR) has been prepared in conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)to evaluate the environmental effects of developing the Redding Sports Complex,a multi-phased project consisting of six(6)softball fields,two (2) baseball fields,fifteen (I 5)acres of soccer fields, a gymnasium, and associated parking lots, restrooms and concessionaire buildings. Phase I of the project consists of three (3) softball fields, ten (10) acres of soccer fields, parking areas, concession stand(s), maintenance shed(s), and associated public improvements including lighting, water, sewer and storm drainage systems,designed to support Phase I of the Sports Complex Project.See Section 3.0, Project Description for a more detailed discussion of Phase I.These components are described in detail within Section 3.0, Project Description. The City, acting as the lead agency, has prepared this Draft EIR to provide the public, responsible and trustee agencies with information about the potential environmental effects of implementing the project overall and Phase I of the project specifically. As described in CEQA Guidelines Section 15 121(a), an EIR is a public information document that assesses potential environmental effects of the proposed Project, as well as identifies mitigation measures and alternatives to the proposed Project that could reduce or avoid adverse environmental impacts. Public agencies are charged with the duty to consider and minimize environmental impacts of proposed development where feasible,and have an obligation to balance a variety of public objectives, including economic, environmental, and social factors. CEQA requires the preparation of an environmental impact report prior to approving any "project"which may have a significant effect on the environment. For the purposes of CEQA, the term "project" refers to the whole of an action, which has a potential for resulting in a direct physical change or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment(CEQA Guidelines Section 15378[a]). With respect to development of the Redding Sports Complex, the City has determined the development is a "project" within the definition of CEQA, which has the potential for resulting in significant environmental effects. I.2 TYPE OF DOCUMENT The CEQA Guidelines identify several types of EIRs,each applicable to different project circumstances. This EIR has been prepared as a Program EIR with Phase I of the program being considered at a project level and consisting of the construction of ball diamonds, parking areas,and soccer fields as described in Section 3.0, Project Description. The Project EIR portion is prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15 161. CEQA Guidelines 15161 state that a Project EIR"should focus primarily on changes in the environment that would result from the development project. The EIR shall examine all phases of the project including planning, construction and operation." City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 I-1 Draft Environmental Impact Report 1.0 INTRODUCTION The Program EIR portion is prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15168. CEQA Guidelines I S 168(a) describe a Program EIR as: A program EIR is an EIR that may be prepared on a series of actions that can be characterized as one large project and are related either: I) Geographically, 2) As logical parts in the chain of contemplated actions, 3) In connection with issuance of rules, regulations, plans, or other general criteria to govern the conduct of a continuing program, or 4) As individual activities carried out under the same authorizing statutory or regulatory authority and having generally similar environmental effects which can be mitigated in similar ways. The "series of actions" in this case will be the full buildout of the Sports Complex as described in Section 3.0, Project Description. Because all of the design detail is not known for subsequent project phases, mitigation measures contained in this EIR may require additional environmental review or permitting prior to construction.This EIR contains full mitigation measures for Phase I of the project as described in Section 3.0, Project Description. This EIR will be used by the City and any other responsible or reviewing agency as a first-tier document to identify significant environmental issues for the Sports Complex buildout. Subsequent site planning should consider the environmental constraints information contained within this EIR to guide the ultimate design and development of the Project. 1.3 INTENDED USES OF THE EIR This EIR has been prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, consistent with the most current update to the CEQA Guidelines. The EIR is intended to evaluate the environmental consequences of implementing the First Phase and ultimate buildout of the Redding Sports Complex. This EIR, in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15126, should be used as the primary environmental document to evaluate all subsequent planning and permitting actions associated with the Project. Related actions include, but are not limited to the following: • Public Infrastructure Finance and Implementation Plans(City of Redding/Bella Vista Water District); • Preliminary and Final Development Plans (City of Redding); • Grading and Improvement Plans (City of Redding); • Easements and Encroachment Permits (City of Redding); • Issuance of a Section 404 permit (if required, Army Corps of Engineers); • Modification to any existing 404 permit (if required to utilize existing storm drainage basin(s)); • Streambed Alteration Agreement (if required, California Department of Fish and Game); • Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and a Storm Water Monitoring Plan (California State Water Resources Control Board); • Approval of engineering details and plans associated with the Sports Complex and any associated sewer, water and storm drainage system construction (City of Redding); • Easements and right of way acquisitions (City of Redding); • Approval of National or Individual Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits associated with construction activities (RWQCB); • Permits for roadway work occurring in County roadways (Shasta County); • Coordination on water quality issues (RWQCB); Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report I-2 November 2000 I.0 INTRODUCTION • Coordination of easement or access agreement to allow development within a Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) power line easement (City of Redding, PG&E). I.4 ORGANIZATION AND SCOPE Sections 15122 through 15132 of the CEQA Guidelines identify the content requirements for Draft and Final EIRs. An EIR must include a description of the environmental setting,an environmental impact analysis, mitigation measures, alternatives, significant irreversible environmental changes, growth-inducing impacts, and cumulative impacts. The environmental issues addressed in the Draft EIR were established through review of environmental documentation developed for the Project Area,environmental documentation for nearby projects, public agency responses to the Notice of Preparation and comments received throughout the history of the project. Based upon these comments, agency consultation and review of the Project application, the City determined the scope for this EIR. This Draft EIR is organized in the following manner: SECTION 1.0- INTRODUCTION Section 1.0 provides an introduction and overview describing the intended use of the program EIR and the review and certification process. SECTION 2.0- EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This section summarizes the characteristics of the proposed Project and provides a concise summary matrix of the Project's environmental impacts and associated mitigation measures. SECTION 3.0- PROJECT DESCRIPTION This section provides a detailed description of the proposed Project, including intended objectives, background information, and physical and technical characteristics of the proposal. SECTION 4.0- ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING, IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Section 4.0 contains an analysis of environmental topic areas as identified below. Each subsection contains a description of the existing setting of the Project Area, identifies project-related impacts, and identifies feasible mitigation measures where warranted. The following major environmental topics are addressed in this Section: • Land Use: Addresses the potential land use impacts associated with implementation of the Project including Project compatibility with surrounding agricultural, residential, and industrial land uses, consistency with related environmental plans and policies and impacts related to agricultural land use conversion. • Human Health/Risk of Upset: Includes appropriate information from a previously conducted geotechnical report prepared for a portion of the Project. Also discusses the findings of a hazardous materials records search of a portion of the Project Area. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 I-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 1.0 INTRODUCTION • Transportation and Circulation: Addresses the impacts on the local and regional road system during the construction phases of the Project and through buildout of all phases of the project. • Noise: Examines noise impacts during construction and operation as related to potential noise generation from mobile and stationary sources. • Air Quality: Discusses the local and regional air quality impacts associated with Project implementation. • Surface Hydrology,Groundwater,and Water Quality: Examines the impacts of the Project on local hydrological conditions,including drainage areas,groundwater,water quality and changes in drainage flow rates. • Geology and Soils: Addresses the potential impacts the Project may have regarding geotechnical concerns including soils, soil suitability for development and seismic hazards. • Biological and Natural Resources: The Project's impacts on habitat, vegetation, and wildlife are addressed,while emphasizing the potential degradation or elimination of important habitat,and the impacts upon listed, proposed, and candidate threatened and endangered species. • Historic and Cultural Resources: Addresses the potential impacts on historic and archaeological resources within the Project Area. • Public Services and Utilities: Discusses the impacts the Project will have on the need for law enforcement, fire protection, potential interruptions in water supply and distribution and other utilities. Also discussed is the provision of public utilities, including electric, services. • Visual Resources/Light and Glare: This section assesses the potential for reflection from the proposed ball field and parking lot lighting and the potential aesthetic effects of the Project in the context of the community. SECTION 5.0 ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROJECT CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.6 requires that an EIR describe a range of reasonable alternatives to the project, which could feasibility attain the basic objectives of the project and avoid and/or lessen the environmental effects of the project. This alternatives analysis provides a comparative analysis between the Project and the selected alternatives, which include: No Project Alternative. This considers development of the site consistent with the existing zoning and general plan designation.This alternative also discusses no physical change to the project site. 2. Reduced Intensity of Sports Facilities on the Proposed Site. Under this alternative,fewer ball fields would be developed, reducing the need for parking and support structures. 3. Different On-Site Designs. This alternative discusses different site design within the proposed project boundaries. 4. Alternative Project Sites: I. Michaels Property. This is a 292 acre site located on South Bonnyview Road between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River. 2. Interstate 5 Property:This is a 220 acre site south of the South Bonnyview/Churn Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report I-4 November 2000 1.0 INTRODUCTION Creek interchange. 3. Burk/Cota Property. This is a 221.57 acre site located off of the future extension of Knighton Road and Airport Road. 4. Highway 273 Property. This is a 260 acre site located between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River south of Clear Creek. Several other alternative sites were considered by the City but were found to be infeasible. A summary table of these sites is included in Section 5.0, Alternatives. SECTION 6.0- OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA This section discusses the cumulative impacts associated with the proposed project. As required by CEQA Section 15130, an EIR shall discuss cumulative impacts of a project when the project's incremental effect is cumulatively considerable. This section also contains required discussions and analysis of various topical issues mandated by CEQA, including: cumulative impacts; significant environmental effects that cannot be avoided if the project is implemented; and growth inducing impacts. SECTION 7.0- REPORT PREPARERS AND REFERENCES This section provides a list of all authors and agencies that assisted in the preparation of the report by name, title, and company or agency affiliation. Section 7.0 also itemizes supporting and reference data used in the preparation of the Draft EIR and lists all government agencies,organizations,and other individuals consulted in preparing the Draft EIR. APPENDICES This section includes all notices and other procedural documents pertinent to the EIR,as well as all technical reports prepared to support the analysis. 1.5 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PROCESS The review and certification process for the EIR will involve the following procedural steps: NOTICE OF PREPARATION AND INITIAL STUDY In accordance with Section 15082 of the CEQA Guidelines, the City of Redding prepared a Notice of Preparation (NOP) of an EIR on June 20, 2000. The City of Redding was identified as the lead agency for the proposed project. The NOP is presented in Appendix A. This notice was circulated to the public, local, state,and federal agencies,and other interested parties to solicit comments on the proposed project. Concerns raised in response to the NOP were considered during preparation of the Draft EIR and are also presented in Appendix A. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 I-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 1.0 INTRODUCTION DRAFT EIR This document constitutes the Draft EIR. The Draft EIR contains a description of the project, description of the environmental setting, identification of project impacts, and mitigation measures for impacts found to be significant, as well as an analysis of project alternatives. Upon completion of the Draft EIR, the City will file the Notice of Completion (NOC)with the State Office of Planning and Research to begin the public review period (Public Resources Code, Section 21161). PUBLIC NOTICE/PUBLIC REVIEW Concurrent with the Notice of Completion (NOC),the City will provide public notice of the availability of the Draft EIR for public review, and invite comment from the general public, agencies, organizations, and other interested parties. All entities should provide the City of Redding with any specific group or organization to receive the Draft EIR for public review. The public review and comment period should be no less than 30 days nor longer than 90 days. The review period in this case is expected to be 45 days. Public comment on the Draft EIR will be accepted both in written form and orally at public hearings. Although no public hearings on the EIR are required by CEQA,the City expects to sponsor a public review meeting during the 45-day review period. Notice of the time and location of the hearing will be published prior to the hearing. All comments or questions regarding the Draft EIR should be addressed to: John Keaney, Senior Planner City of Redding Department of Services Development: Planning Division 777 Cypress Avenue PO Box 496071 Redding, CA 96049-6071 Phone: 530/225-4025 RESPONSE TO COMMENTS/FINAL EIR Following the public review period,a Final EIR(FEIR)will be prepared. The Final EIR will respond to written comments received during the public review period and to oral comments made at any public hearing. The Planning Commission and City Council will review and consider the Final EIR prior to their decision to take specific actions on the Project that are within their jurisdiction. CERTIFICATION OF THE EIR If the City finds that the Final EIR is "adequate and complete", the City may certify the Final EIR. The rule of adequacy generally holds that the EIR can be certified if: I) it shows a good faith effort at full disclosure of environmental information,and 2) provides sufficient analysis to allow decisions to be made regarding the project in contemplation of environmental considerations. PROJECT CONSIDERATION Upon review and consideration of the Final EIR, the City and all other entities requiring project approval (e.g. RWQCB, etc.) may consider action on the Project. A decision to approve the Project would be accompanied by written Findings in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15091 and, if applicable, Section 15093. The City would also adopt a Mitigation Monitoring Program, as described below, for Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report I-6 November 2000 1.0 INTRODUCTION mitigation measures that have been incorporated into or imposed upon the project to reduce or avoid significant effects on the environment. This Mitigation Monitoring Program will be designed to ensure that all responsible parties carry out the measures during project implementation. MITIGATION MONITORING CEQA Section 21081.6(a) requires lead agencies to adopt a reporting and mitigation-monitoring program to describe measures that have been adopted or made a condition of project approval in order to mitigate or avoid significant effects on the environment. Any mitigation measures adopted by the City as conditions for approval of the project will be included in a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program to verify compliance. I.6 IMPACT TERMINOLOGY This Draft EIR uses the following terminology to describe environmental effects of the proposed project: I. Significance Criteria: A set of criteria used by the lead agency to determine at what level or "threshold"an impact would be considered significant. Significance criteria used in this EIR include the CEQA Guidelines;factual or scientific information; regulatory performance standards of local, state, and federal agencies; and City General Plan goals, objectives, and policies. 2. Less Than Significant Impact:A less than significant impact would cause no substantial change in the environment (no mitigation required). 3. Potentially Significant Impact: Impacts may cause a significant effect on the environment; however, additional information is needed to determine the extent of the impact. For CEQA purposes, a potentially significant impact is subject to mitigation. 4. Significant Impact: A significant impact would cause a substantial adverse change in the physical conditions of the environment. Significant impacts are identified by the evaluation of project effects using specified significance criteria. Mitigation measures and/or project alternatives are identified to reduce project effects to the environment. 5. Significant Unavoidable Impact: A significant and unavoidable impact would result in a substantial change in the environment that cannot be avoided or mitigated to a less than significant level if the project is implemented. 6. Cumulative Significant Impact: A cumulative significant impact would result in a new substantial change in the environment from effects of the project when evaluated in the context of reasonably foreseeable development in the surrounding area. I.7 DEFINITIONS OF COMMONLY USED TERMS The following definitions are provided to describe components of the Project and to set forth terminology used throughout this report: Project Area- Figure 3-3. Project - Figure 3-2. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 I-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report I.0 INTRODUCTION Program - The Program represents the full buildout of the Redding Sports Complex as described in Section 3.0, Project Description.Since the total development of this project is dependant upon funding,the City is uncertain as to when the entire program will be completed.To facilitate the project, but assure that mitigation is phased consistent with specific impacts,this EIR addresses Phase I of the program as the initial phase of development, and allows the rest of the Complex to be reviewed as a cumulative development. Phase I - This represents the first phase of the Redding Sports Complex project and includes three (3) softball fields, fifteen (I 5) acres of soccer fields, parking areas, concession stand(s), maintenance shed(s), and associated public improvements including lighting, water, sewer and storm drainage systems, designed to support Phase I of the Sports Complex Project.See Section 3.0, Project Description for a more detailed discussion of Phase I. General Plan - Refers to the existing City of Redding General Plan adopted by Resolution Number 2000- 166 by Council Action on October 3, 2000, with goals, policies and programs currently in effect. Draggoo Study- Refers to the study completed by JC Draggoo and Associates for the City of Redding Sports and Leisure Park dated February 21, 1999, which served as the impetus for this EIR. Although the City has not completed the final design for the project, the basic components and layout of the site were established in the Draggoo Study and were used in this EIR for all analysis. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report I-8 November 2000 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This section provides a summary of the proposed project and its environmental consequences. It includes a brief description of the project,a list of issues of concern,and an overview of project alternatives. At the end of this section, a table is provided that lists identified environmental impacts and mitigation measures. Since this section is a summary of this document, it does not discuss various aspects of the project in great detail. For a more complete description of the project, please refer to Section 3.0, Project Description. Fora more detailed discussion of environmental impacts,please refer to Section 4.0, Environmental Setting, Impacts and Mitigation Measures. A more complete description of project alternatives is available in Section 5.0, Project Alternatives. 2.1 PURPOSE OF THE EIR This Draft Environmental Impact Report evaluates the potential environmental effects of the Redding Sports Complex project,located in eastern Redding. The project,which includes softball,baseball and soccer fields and other recreational facilities, would occupy six parcels totaling approximately 104 acres. Under CEQA,public agencies are charged with the duty to consider the environmental impacts of proposed development project, and to minimize these impacts where feasible. The public agency has an obligation to balance a variety of public objectives, including economic, environmental and social factors (CEQA Guidelines Section 15021). The purpose of the EIR is to provide the necessary information on the significant environmental effects of a project to public agency decision makers and the general public. Additionally, the EIR identifies possible means to mitigate the significant effects of a project. The public agency is required to consider the information in the EIR when making its decision on a project (CEQA Guidelines Section 15121). 2.2 PROJECT CHARACTERISTICS The City proposes to construct a sports complex, which would include the following: • Six adult softball fields, with bleacher stands and lights. • Two adult baseball fields, with bleacher stands and lights. • At least five soccer fields on 15 acres, with lights for at least one field. • Multipurpose building approximately 40,000 square feet in size. • Pedestrian trail system approximately 3.5 miles in length. • Playgrounds for the open areas between the softball fields and the baseball fields. • Outdoor basketball court and four volleyball courts. • Batting cage facility. • Parking for above facilities. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 2-I Draft Environmental Impact Report 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Restrooms and concession stands would be located adjacent to the softball, baseball and soccer fields. A maintenance and storage facility would be constructed for maintenance equipment,landscaping supplies and recreational equipment. Another building would be constructed for use as an office and change rooms for teams. A picnic area would be located within the softball field portion of the project. The southern portion of the project site would be left mostly undeveloped. This is the area where most of the jurisdictional waters of the United States, mostly wetlands,are located. A portion of the trail system would be the only construction in this area. The project proposes the construction of parking facilities at locations near the main recreational facilities. Approximately 850 parking spaces would be constructed. Many of these would be located along the transmission line corridor that runs through the site. In addition, an area approximately 1.5 acres in size would be used for overflow parking. Access to the project site would initially be provided by a paved driveway that would extend southward from Viking Way. Secondary emergency access may be developed westward from Old Oregon Trail. At project buildout,access points may become available from a realigned portion of Old Oregon Trail, Innsbruck Drive south of the project site, and from Tarmac Road along the southern boundary of the project site. Water to the project site would be supplied by either the Bella Vista Water District (BVWD) or by the City. The District Engineer for BVWD stated that project needs can be met by construction of a I2-inch main along Viking Way and of an 8-inch main through the center of the project site, which would connect to an existing 8-inch main that runs along the southern boundary of the project site. The size of the water main could change if estimates of water demand by the project changes. Sewer service would be provided by the City, with an extension from an existing 8-inch lateral along Abernathy Lane through the City Corporation Yard. For the first phase of the project, drainage control may only require the grading of the site so that sheet flow of runoff is guided to natural drainage ways. As more of the project is built, a detention basin to collect storm water runoff is proposed.Options include construction of a basin adjacent to the existing retention basin south of the Transfer Station or expansion of the existing retention basin. The project is proposed to be constructed in up to five phases. Depending upon available funding, fewer phases may be required. The first phase of development is proposed to be completed within one year of environmental clearance. It would include the following: • Acquisition of one 20-acre parcel. • Development of three softball fields. • Development of I O acres for soccer fields. • Restrooms, concessions and parking for the Phase I fields. • Extension of sewer and water service. • Development of emergency access road from Old Oregon Trail. • Project mitigations, including those for wetland impacts. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 2-2 November 2000 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY All other facilities would be completed in subsequent phases. Organized recreational use of the project site would occur from March to mid-December. However, the multipurpose building could be used year-round by indoor sports leagues and other activities. League softball play would occur each weekday evening from early April to early October, between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and I 1:00 p.m. Most of the soccer games would be on Saturday. Tournament play would occur on weekends for baseball, softball and soccer. It is estimated that the six softball fields could accommodate the needs of 160 teams, or 80 games per week. The two baseball fields could accommodate 40 teams, or 20 games per week. The soccer fields could handle 126 teams, or 63 games per week. The project would require the approval of a Use Permit. The City of Redding Planning Commission must approve the Use Permit. Other permits and approvals would be required from other agencies. 2.3 ISSUES OF CONCERN Prior to preparation of the EIR, a Notice of Preparation was issued notifying the public of the project and requesting comments, and an Initial Study of the project was prepared. Based upon the public comments received and the Initial Study, the following issues of potential concern were identified: I. Aesthetics 2. Air Quality 3. Biological Resources 4. Cultural Resources 5. Geology and Soils 6. Hydrology and Water Quality 7. Land Use and Planning 8. Noise 9. Public Services 10. Transportation and Circulation I I. Utilities and Service Systems Refer to Section 4.0, Environmental Setting, Impacts and Mitigation Measures,for a detailed description of potential environmental impacts and measures to mitigate these impacts. 2.4 PROJECT ALTERNATIVES In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.6, this analysis considered feasible alternatives to the project. The alternatives evaluated were as follows: • No Project Alternative-no physical change to the project site,future development to be consistent City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 2-3-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY with surrounding zoning and general plan designations. • Reduced Intensity of Sports Facilities on the Proposed Site - fewer ball fields to be developed. • Different On-site Designs - different site design within proposed project boundaries. • Alternative Project Sites. Sites evaluated included the following: I) Michaels Property - a 292-acre site located on South Bonnyview Road between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River. 2) Interstate 5 Property - a 220-acre site south of the South Bonnyview/Churn Creek interchange, also known as the "Former Strawberry Fields". 3) Burk/Cota Property-a 221.57-acre site located off the future extension of Knighton Road and Airport Road. 4) Highway 273 Property-a 260-acre site located between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River, south of Clear Creek. The analysis identified an environmentally superior alternative to the project.After comparing the potential environmental impacts of the alternatives, it was determined that the proposed project with mitigation measures identified in the Draft EIR is the environmentally superior alternative. 2.5 OTHER IMPACTS Under the CEQA Guidelines,the EIR must discuss cumulative impacts when they are significant. Cumulative impacts are defined as two or more individual effects which, when considered together, are considerable or which compound or increase other environmental impacts. Several cumulative impacts of the project were identified, none of which were considered significant. CEQA requires that the growth-inducing impacts of a project be addressed in the environmental impact report. A proposed project may result in direct and/or indirect growth-inducing impacts. No growth- inducing impacts were identified with the project. An EIR shall include a detailed statement in a separate section setting forth any significant effect on the environment that cannot be avoided if the project is implemented. No significant and unavoidable impacts were identified with the project. 2.6 SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Table 2-I presents a summary of project impacts and proposed mitigation measures that would avoid or minimize these impacts. The table also indicates the level of significance of each impact before and after the Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 2-4 November 2000 2.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY application of the recommended mitigation. For detailed discussions of all project impacts and mitigation measures, please refer to the appropriate technical section in Section 4.0, Environmental Setting, Impacts and Mitigation Measures. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 2-5-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report CL C QO E u (I c4' c '-' c .•' E C ed oo s s s ccs V a+ .' 4-( w L N C VI N C VI N C LU � L J • J •� 00J i— Q 7 U _ _ LU CL1 c v c — O E ..c c c _0 O v v at W '° �o 0 3 C o co o cc) o L 3 C O `L v V S "1.0 U C O N N b a1 0 V .� H 4; d U N . `CC E O v b �0 V u N v u •rti• E ~ O `� drt E _c 7 E .E O v a ra °� L 9 0c C O J O „ L O tC .0 .—L U E c c j L=• .do N CCd a1 a1 N cn V . - L _c E• a� 2 v . 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L. k [ \ ± E \ / .- I- 02 \ o c (V – c .! %5 7 e ®§ p y // -0C ( %\ � )0' \ \\e E $ t c t 5 c � � ! / 3 ± % j ° ) /5 @ _ .1_ 2 Q c 5 ■ cod0 § \ � L I / gg@ / 0 c § } % \ « E\ C _ = E o : � � �} / \ \ 0 Z I & O / ± / � Z / 6 ra UQ 0A ECO .4.. � \ � iT) 17 = % t � � ° o c » § 2 U. o o■ in § ° E 0 o § c B 1 LL T. f tv _ t -0 � a � o- § 2 7 7 • a/ o 4+ RI > % ® k k -5 � E5 /5• Q 0 ° $ = 0 E d I ¢ �� q © � .- $ 0 I" c t u 2 § § 2 &3 w g kJ _t ri ! E I e 2 ƒ § § – � � ® o a v c c r o U Tr� et \ E 4J / 2 � ] \ w � �k2 �� et VI I- �/ r o E IfDk I \ 2 � �} 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 3.1 PROJECT LOCATION AND REGIONAL SETTING The project is located in eastern Redding, adjacent to and south of Viking Way, and west of Old Oregon Trail (Figure 3-I). The project site is located approximately 0.5 miles north of State Route 44 and approximately 2.7 miles east of Interstate 5. Stillwater Creek is approximately 0.35 miles east of the project site. 3.2 SITE DESCRIPTION The project site is located on five parcels of land totaling approximately 104 acres in size. Figure 3-2 depicts the project site and the surrounding area. Approximately 84 acres of the project site are owned by the City of Redding. The remaining 20 acres are held by private landowners. The topography of the project site ranges from nearly level in the southern portion to gently rolling in the northern and eastern portions. The greatest topographic relief is in the northeastern portion of the site,where slopes range from 3.5 percent to 4 percent. The northern portion of the site contains open to dense stands of blue oak,with occasional interior live oak and grey pine. Shrubs are also found in the tree stands, including manzanita and poison oak. The southern portion of the site consists of an open meadow of approximately 20 acres,which contains scattered wetland areas. Approximately 2.56 acres of the project site contains wetlands classified as "jurisdictional waters of the United States" under the criteria of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE). A portion of the site is tributary to the Clover Creek Drainage Basin,and approximately 0.44 acres of intermittent creek on site is included as part of the jurisdictional waters of the United States. The project site is undeveloped, except for a I I5-foot wide electrical transmission corridor that runs in a north-south direction through the east central portion. (Figure 3-2)The corridor contains an electrical transmission line owned by the Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). A power line runs along the southern boundary of the project site at Tarmac Road. The portion of Tarmac Road adjacent to the project site is a gravel road. Viking Way, a paved roadway, runs along the northern boundary of the project site. Abernathy Lane, another paved road, borders the far western boundary of the site. SURROUNDING USES West of and adjacent to the project site are the City Corporation Yard and the City Transfer Station (Figure 3-3). A retention basin is located adjacent to and south of the Transfer Station. Below the retention basin is a single family residence and vacant residential and City property. All of these land uses are located east of Abernathy Lane. West of Abernathy Lane are four single family residences and vacant residential and industrial parcels. South of the project site are four single family residences and vacant residential lots. There is also vacant City property located at the intersection of Tarmac Road and Abernathy Lane. Further south is Innsbruck Drive, a road connecting a commercial area to Old 44 Drive. State Route 44 is adjacent to and south of Innsbruck Drive and Old 44 Drive, but is not connected to either road. East of the project site is a rural residential area. Ten single family residences front Old Oregon Trail with their rear yards adjacent to the eastern boundary of the project. East of Old Oregon Trail are more single family residences and two multifamily residential areas. Northeast of the project site, in a triangular area between Old Oregon Trail and North Star Drive, is a retail area. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 3-I Draft Environmental Impact Report Figure 3-1 Location Map /,.,I-5 Trinity Shasta --_ s kb ,'roject Vicinity Reddi Y Z ,1t1E' 1.11 — ;SR 44 A iii Tehama I. L. 10 0 10 20Miles lil i===Z a _ s In — - Ir._...,...„,_ EEO ' Alli 111W1 -7 _ INIIR it vg ill/ /_ Mini Will. iNiii IP? V4rei -, ,,,,, • arioptino it �NB 1 I IMI aspit:az* ��4► �11111p..i....�P Tig!� ffllllllfl5l: .-t[ tiitlt I_1i 600 0 600 1200 Feet 'WA Project Area Location Map Redding Sports Complex 3-2 City of Redding Draft EIR 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION Figure 3-2 Site Plan \A. A.— e. _. 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I il ,14,443% /Yi di' . 4,44.., ,,No 96 s It * tow 41 A ....4;r- -.It '' '• k• Iliss.44 aw; -se ,-::::„*.- . .__ tp__. . ,_ ..: k 111 9,1* '7.1., VIA t '410.,AL114-N * 4 ie.� _ • • a l,� • 41b . A ... , ,..,_, 141*4 '1 - x .mkt ♦ •3/4 3a.l E ii kV isilli %4 Aii '.r 2. II Project Area Aerial Photo - Project Vicinity One Inch Equals Approx. 500 Feet Redding Sports Complex 3.4 City of Redding Draft EIR 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION North of the project site, along Viking Way, is an automobile dismantling yard. There are also vacant industrial parcels and one residence. Northwest of the intersection of Abernathy Lane and Viking Way is another automobile dismantling yard. 3.3 PROJECT OBJECTIVES The City of Redding proposes to construct a sports complex,which would include a multipurpose building and fields for baseball, softball and soccer. The general purpose of the project is to increase recreational opportunities for City residents and participants outside the City, particularly those involved in organized field sports. During the 1998 season,the City had 99 adult slow pitch softball teams,43 fast pitch and youth softball teams, 23 senior baseball teams and over 550 soccer teams (JC Draggoo and Associates, I999). Currently, sport fields are scattered throughout the City. Many of these fields are too small, in poor condition, or create adverse impacts upon neighborhoods from traffic, noise and field lighting. Lack of adequate facilities has been identified as one factor in the decline in the number of softball teams playing in the Redding area between 1994 and 1999 (JC Draggoo and Associates, 1999). The construction of a sports complex would reduce or eliminate play on existing substandard fields or fields where adverse impacts are occurring to adjacent neighborhoods. As the sports complex attracts baseball and softball teams, other fields within the City may become available for other organized sport programs such as Little League baseball and T-ball. The specific project objectives for the Redding Sports Complex include: • A facility design that can be developed in phases as funding allows. • Sufficient area to support the full project design at build out, including: • Six (6) Softball Fields • Ten (10) acres of Soccer Fields • Two (2) Adult Baseball Fields • Gymnasium • Parking and Concessionaire Areas To Support the Complex • Consistency with General Plan and Zoning • Adequate Access • Affordable Development Costs, Including Phasing of Improvements • Ability to Combine Adjacent Public Services • Affordable Maintenance Costs 3.4 PROJECT CHARACTERISTICS The City proposes to construct a sports complex,which would be used primarily for softball, baseball,and soccer. While the easiest area on the project site to develop is located in the south central portion, it is also the area with the most wetlands. Construction in wetland areas is subject to a lengthy permit process and would likely require significant mitigation. This factor, plus future expansion plans for the City Corporation Yard and Transfer Station and the location of a number of homes along Tarmac Road, resulted in most of the project being located in the north and east sections of the project site. PROJECT FEATURES This EIR evaluates a draft plan prepared by Draggoo and Associates for the Redding Sports Complex. Final design of the facility has not been developed and changes to the project layout may occur as site constraints City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 3-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION or environmental issues are fully addressed. The EIR assumed that Phase I of the project would resemble the draft plan prepared by Draggoo and Associates as shown in Figure 3-2 The remainder of the project will develop as funding permits, and may be modified to reflect changes in recreational demand. Softball Fields The project proposes the construction of six adult softball fields. The softball fields would be constructed in the northern portion of the site (see Figure 3-2). Two groups of three fields would be constructed, with each group laid out in a semicircular pattern. Bleacher stands and lights would be installed for each field. Some fields may have a built-in public address system that would be used during league games and tournaments. A large open area would be located between the two groups, within which restrooms, concession stands and a picnic area would be located. Baseball Fields The project proposes the construction of two adult baseball fields. These fields would be constructed in the south central portion of the project site. Construction of these fields will impact a small portion of the wetlands on the site. One baseball field would be oriented toward the northwest, while the other would be oriented toward the southeast. Bleacher stands and lights would be installed for each field. The fields may have a built-in public address system that would be used during league games and tournaments. A small open area would be located between the fields, which would be used for restrooms and concession stands. Soccer Fields The project proposes to construct 10 acres of soccer fields, or at least five fields. The fields would be located in the southeastern corner of the project site. The actual layout of the fields is not known at this time, as the design would depend upon whether or not a proposed realignment of Old Oregon Trail is constructed (discussed later in this section). A restroom and concession stand area would be constructed adjacent to the fields. Some of the fields would have lights and possibly some bleacher seats. Multipurpose Building At the center of the project site, the project proposes the construction of a multipurpose building approximately 40,000 square feet in size. While the actual design and ultimate use of the building is not known at this time, it is anticipated that basketball,volleyball and similar indoor sports would be supported. Trail System The project proposes the creation of a pedestrian trail system on the project site. The trail system, approximately 3.5 miles in length, would encircle the softball and baseball field area, and traverse the undeveloped wetland area, avoiding jurisdictional wetlands. Other Facilities Playgrounds are proposed for the open areas between the softball fields and the baseball fields. It is not known at this time what equipment, if any, would be installed on these playgrounds. One outdoor basketball court and four volleyball courts are proposed in the open area between the softball fields. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 3-6 November 2000 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION Between Softball Fields Number 3 and Number 6 (see Figure 3-2), a batting cage facility is proposed. A maintenance and storage facility would be constructed south of Softball Field Number I for maintenance equipment, landscaping supplies and recreational equipment. Another building would be constructed south of Softball Field Number 2 for use as an office and changing rooms for teams. Parking The project proposes the construction of three parking facilities at locations near the main recreational facilities. Approximately 850 parking spaces would be constructed. Many of these would be located along the transmission line corridor that runs through the site. A parking lot with 340 spaces would be constructed adjacent to and north of the soccer fields. Another lot with 125 spaces would be placed adjacent to and east of one of the baseball fields. A parking lot with 18 spaces would be constructed adjacent to the batting cage facility near the softball fields. All of these parking facilities would be paved and would include shade trees. In addition,an area approximately 1.5 acres in size would be used for overflow parking. It is not known at this time where the overflow parking area would be located. Open Space The southern portion of the project site, between the baseball fields and the southern property boundary would be left mostly undeveloped. This is the area where most of the jurisdictional waters of the United States (wetlands) are located. The development that is proposed for this area is a portion of the trail system and a portion of the baseball fields described earlier. PROJECT CIRCULATION Primary access to the facility will change as it is fully constructed. Initial access will be provided from Viking Way with an access drive heading south to the parking areas. A secondary emergency-access may be provided to Old Oregon Trail from the parking lots, however this access may not be fully developed as part of the Phase 1 improvements. A potential future access point may become available from a realigned portion of Old Oregon Trail. The City's General Plan proposes to realign the roadway through the eastern portion of the project site (see Figure 3-2). The City foresees that the realignment will be necessary to accommodate smooth traffic flows and to add capacity to the circulation system in the area, due to cumulative traffic demands. The issue of when the realignment would occur has not been resolved. Should the realignment be constructed, this would have an impact not only on access to the project site, but on the design of the project. As mentioned earlier, soccer fields are proposed to be placed on the portion of the project site where the proposed realignment would be located. Another future access point may be Innsbruck Drive, south of the project site. A northward extension of this roadway could provide secondary access. Preliminary review of this alignment has shown significant wetlands along the probable Innsbruck Drive corridor making this extension unlikely.Still another potential access point could be Tarmac Road. The Shastec Redevelopment Project EIR states that one of the proposed projects within the redevelopment area, which includes the project site, is the extension of Tarmac Road to Old Oregon Trail (Recon Environmental Corporation, 1996). At this time, the City has made no plans for access from Tarmac Road. The design of the project has been kept flexible to ensure that all future possibilities for Old Oregon Trail and Tarmac Road are compatible with the facility. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 3-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION PROJECT INFRASTRUCTURE Water to the project site could be supplied by either the Bella Vista Water District (BVWD) or the City of Redding. In a letter to the City dated August 30, 1999, the District Engineer for BVWD assumed that water demand by the project would be at most 1,250 gallons per minute (gpm). The District Engineer stated that project needs can be met by construction of a 12-inch main along Viking Way and construction of an 8-inch main through the center of the project site (Don Groundwater, letter, 1999). Because there are structures on site,fire flow requirements must be met which are 1500 gallons per minute (gpm).An 8- inch line through the site should be adequate but may need to be expanded to a 10-inch line to insure adequate fire flow (Don Groundwater, phone conversation November, 2000). The proposed main, approximately 2,100 feet in length,would connect to an existing 8- inch main that runs along the southern boundary of the project site. It is not anticipated that easements would need to be acquired for the proposed extension. Alternatively, the City of Redding could extend water to the property from its Corporation Yard and Transfer Facility located to the west of the project boundaries. This would entail looping an 8-inch water line through the site. Additional improvements to the City's water system may be needed to ensure adequate flow. These improvements are included in the Cir''- ^^,-..^.. Water Plan, and entail extending a line south across State Route 44 to loop to an existing line in Goodwater Road.While these improvements are included in the City's Master Plan, they are not scheduled for completion within the next year, which is the anticipated schedule for completing Phase I of the Sports Complex. Sewer service would be provided by the City. Phase I sewer would be provided through a gravity system linking to an existing sewer line in the Corporation Yard to the west of the facility. As the project nears buildout, several of the facilities may be too low to flow by gravity into this line. The City has two options for sewer service in this case: installing a liftstation, or extending a sewer line to the south. Several routes for sewer extension are being considered, in particular an extension of an eight inch main from Innsbruck Drive, south of the site. The extension, which would be approximately 1,000 feet in length, may require the acquisition of an easement. The other alternative is the extension of a line from the existing four inch force main along Abernathy Lane. The extension would begin at an existing stub-out located on the Transfer Station site and would be approximately 1,000 feet in length. Since this extension would go through City property, no easements would need to be acquired. Depending on the timing of the improvements, a new sewer line could be extended in Old Oregon Trail south. For Phase I of the project, drainage control may only require the grading of the site so that sheet flow of runoff is guided to natural drainage ways. As more of the project is built, a detention basin to collect storm water runoff is proposed. At this time, the location of the detention basin is not known. One possibility is to construct the basin adjacent to the existing retention basin located south of the Transfer Station. Another possibility is to expand the existing retention basin so that it may accommodate flows from the project site. The City may also elect to construct one or more of the ball fields or parking lots to function as a storm drainage basin. PROJECT OPERATION Organized outdoor recreational use of the project site would occur from early March to mid-December. However,the multipurpose building could be used year-round by indoor sports leagues and other activities. League softball play would occur each weekday evening from early April to early October, between the Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 3-8 November 2000 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION hours of 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Most of the soccer games would be on Saturday. Tournament play would occur on weekends for baseball, softball and soccer. A full buildout of the six softball fields could accommodate the needs of 160 teams, or 80 games, per week. The two baseball fields could accommodate 40 teams, or 20 games, per week. The soccer fields could handle 90 teams, or 45 games, per week. The number of games that could be played per week are based upon assumptions of the number of games played per day per field, and the number of days per week that games are played (JC Draggoo and Associates, 1999). For the purposes of this EIR, it is assumed the City will operate and retain ownership of the project, and will implement any and all mitigation measures either directly, or through inclusion in a maintenance contract with a concessionaire. Regardless of the management process for the facility, the City of Redding will be responsible for implementing the mitigation measures in this EIR. PHASING OF PROJECT The project is proposed to be constructed in several phases. The first phase (Phase I) of development is proposed to be completed within one year of environmental clearance. It would consist of the following improvements: I) Acquisition of one (I) 20-acre parcel. 2) Overall site infrastructure: • Extension of sewer and water service into the center of the site to serve Phase I improvements. • Development of emergency access road from Old Oregon Trail to parking areas. • Wetlands mitigation. 3) Development of three (3) softball fields: • Three lighted adult softball fields with 300-foot outfields. • One concession stand and restroom building. • Maintenance building and storage yard. • Paved parking areas with shade trees for approximately 150 vehicles. 4) Development of soccer fields and paved parking areas with shade trees for approximately 200 vehicles.. 5) Project mitigations, including wetland mitigations associated with the environmental impacts of the first phase. After the Phase I improvements are completed, the remaining improvements will occur in several subsequent phases, depending upon funding. Because of uncertainties of the amount of funding available in the future for the project, no actual phasing program beyond the first phase is available. Subsequent phases will include the development of: • Three (3) additional softball fields • Two (2) adult baseball fields • A multipurpose building • Pedestrian trail system City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 3-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION • Playgrounds, one (I) basketball court, and four (4) volleyball courts • A maintenance and storage facility • Additional parking areas 3.5 PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND PRIOR ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The City considered the construction of a softball complex as early as 1988. In 1995, the City proposed the construction of a softball complex on 25 acres of City property near Tarmac Road and Abernathy Lane. However, opposition by nearby residents discouraged the City from pursuing the proposal any further. In 1997, a citizens committee appointed by the City to determine how to spend Redding Redevelopment Agency funds for the next five years designated a softball complex as a high priority project. The following year,the City appointed five members to a Sports Complex Committee and charged the Committee to find the best site for a sports complex,which would include not only softball fields, but baseball and soccer fields as well. The Sports Complex Committee evaluated fifteen potential sites, of which five sites were selected for further study. In early 1999,the Sports Complex Committee presented its findings to the City Council, recommending the Tarmac Road site for the sports complex. An Initial Study was prepared for this project in June 2000 and is included as Appendix A to this EIR. An EIR was prepared for the Transfer Station project by McClelland Consultants in November 1990. The Transfer Station EIR identified significant impacts on biological resources,geologic hazards,hydrology,noise, traffic, and public and emergency services. The Transfer Station is located to the west of the project site, and several impacts associated with the Transfer Station project are anticipated to be similar to those generated by the Sports Complex project. 3.6 REQUIRED PERMITS AND APPROVALS The City is the Lead Agency for and would construct the project. Much of the construction work would take place on City property. All construction work associated with the project must adhere to applicable City standards, including those for grading and erosion control. In addition, permits and/or approvals would be required from the following agencies: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) regulates the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States, including wetlands, under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Modifications to wetland areas on the project site that have been delineated under ACOE criteria are subject to the Section 404 permitting process. The ACOE regulations describe two categories of permits: individual and general. A general permit means that the ACOE authorization is issued on a nationwide or regional basis for activities with minimal or cumulative environmental effects. The most well known of the general permits are nationwide permits (NWP). Such permits can be issued in a shorter length of time than an individual permit. However, it is not expected that the project would meet any of the criteria for a nationwide permit, so the project would likely require an individual Section 404 permit. Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Central Volley Region Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 3-I 0 November 2000 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The RWQCB typically requires that a Construction Storm Water Permit(General Permit) be obtained for a project of this size. However, this permit is optional for cities with a population under 100,000 persons. If obtained,typical conditions issued with such a permit include the submittal of and adherence to an erosion control plan, prohibitions on the release of oils, grease or other hazardous materials, and prohibition of sediment discharge. The RWQCB also issues a Water Quality Certification under authority of Section 40 I of the Clean Water Act. After submittal of a Pre-Construction Notification Package to the ACOE, the City would need to submit a copy of the Section 404 Notification and appropriate fees directly to the RWQCB to obtain the Section 401 certification or waiver. Bella Vista Water District(BVWD) Extension of water lines to the project site may be subject to requirements and procedures for water hookups established by the Bella Vista Water District. The City may need to demonstrate that the project would not adversely impact the water supplies of BVWD. Shasta County Division of Environmental Health The Shasta County Division of Environmental Health may impose requirements on the project pertaining to the use and storage of potentially hazardous materials, such as fertilizers and herbicides. Among its possible requirements is the submittal of a "business plan", which are required by Chapter 6.95 of the California Health and Safety Code. The plans must be filed by every business that utilizes hazardous materials. Included in each plan is a listing of materials, storage facilities and any particular handling requirements. Storage of these materials must also comply with the California Fire Code. Shasta County Public Works Department Any work within Shasta County road right of way will require an encroachment permit from Shasta County. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) PG&E owns the transmission line that runs through the project site. The line is within a I 15-foot corridor used by PG&E for maintenance purposes. Since the project proposes to use the corridor for parking spaces, an agreement would need to be reached between the City and PG&E on project activities within the corridor. The City would also have to acquire property owned by PG&E that is outside the transmission line corridor. Since the City would provide electricity to the project site, no special permits would be required, but utility easements may need to be established. REFERENCES JC Draggoo and Associates. Redding Sports Park Development and Management Study. Portland, Ore., February 1999. Don M.Groundwater, District Engineer, Bella Vista Water District. "Redding Sports Park Project." Letter to Jim King, August 30, 1999. Scott Mobley. "Budget holds fun for Redding." Redding Record-Searchlight,June 13, 2000. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 3-1 1 Draft Environmental Impact Report 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION Recon Environmental Corporation. Final Environmental Impact Report,Shastec Redevelopment Project,EIR-I-95. Emeryville, Calif., March 1996. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 3-12 November 2000 4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION, IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SECTION 4. INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS 4. I INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS 4.1.1 FORMAT OF ISSUE SECTIONS Sections in this chapter present, for each environmental issue area, I) a description of the environmental setting as it relates to the specific issue; 2) the regulatory framework for the issue as applicable to the project; 3) significance criteria and the methodology used to assess impacts; 4) an evaluation of project- specific and cumulative impacts; 5) identification of mitigation measures where appropriate; and 6) a determination of the level of significance after mitigation measures are implemented. Each section is organized into four parts: Introduction, Setting, Regulatory Framework, and Impacts and Mitigation Measures. The Introduction provides a summary of the purpose of the section, itemizes the main areas of analysis, and briefly describes the methodology used to complete the evaluation. The Setting summarizes the existing conditions for the particular environmental issue at the regional,sub- regional and local levels, as appropriate. The Regulatory Framework identifies plans, policies, laws and regulations that are applicable to the particular issue. The Impacts and Mitigation Measures section begins with a description of the significance criteria used to evaluate project impacts and to determine their significance. Next is a description of the methodology used to assess potential impacts. Following this are the individual impact statements, which include an explanatory text and the technical information necessary to reach a conclusion on the significance of the impacts. The impacts presented in this section are divided into project-specific and cumulative,with project- specific impacts listed first. Where necessary, each impact discussion is followed by a description of the proposed mitigation and a statement of the significance of the impact after mitigation. 4.1.2 DETERMINING LEVEL OF SIGNIFICANCE Determining the severity of project impacts is fundamental to achieving the objectives of CEQA. CEQA Guidelines Section 15091 requires that decision makers make findings that significant impacts identified in the Final EIR have been mitigated as completely as feasible. If the EIR identifies any significant impacts that cannot be mitigated to a level that is less than significant,CEQA Guidelines Section 15093 requires decision makers to adopt a Statement of Overriding Considerations, explaining why the benefits of a particular project outweigh the negative environmental impacts identified in the EIR. The level of significance for each impact examined in this EIR was determined by comparing the predicted magnitude of an impact to a threshold. Thresholds for each impact were developed using criteria from the CEQA Guidelines, local/regional plans and ordinances, accepted practice, and/or consultation with recognized experts. Thresholds are identified within the Impacts and Mitigation Measures section under City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.1-1 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS Significance Criteria. Four levels of impact significance are recognized in this EIR: • Less than Significant [LS] impacts would not cause a substantial change in the environment or are not disruptive enough to require mitigation, as determined by comparing the potential impact with the appropriate significance criteria. • Significant but Mitigable [SM] impacts would cause a substantial negative change in the environment,as determined by the appropriate significance criteria. Mitigation measures are identified to reduce a significant impact of the project to a level that is less than significant. • Significant and Unavoidable [SU] impacts are significant negative impacts that cannot be avoided or mitigated to a level that is less than significant. • In some cases, impacts are classified as potentially significant[PSM]. A potentially significant impact may cause a significant change in the environment, but additional information is needed to definitively state that the impact is significant. This designation may also be applied to impacts that in nature are qualitative and cannot be readily quantified. For CEQA purposes, a potentially significant impact is treated as if it were a significant impact. Mitigation measures are identified to reduce a potentially significant impact of the project to a level that is less than significant. 4.1.3 IMPACT AND MITIGATION FORMAT The standard format used to present the evaluation of impacts is as follows: Impact 4.1.1 The impact number identifies the chapter of the report and the sequential order of the impact within that chapter. The impact statement is followed by an abbreviation identifying the level of impact: less than significant [LS], potentially significant but mitigable [PSM], significant but mitigable [SM], or significant and unavoidable [SU]. The impact is then discussed in more detail in paragraphs following the identified impact.At the end of the discussion, a level of impact is assigned - "significant", "potentially significant" or "less than significant." If the impact is considered significant or potentially significant, proposed mitigation measures will follow. If the impact is considered less than significant, then discussion of the impact ends at this point. Mitigation Measures Project-specific mitigation measures, beyond those contained in other documents, are described in the format presented below: Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft EIR 4.I-2 November 2000 4.1 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS MM 4.1.1 a Project-specific mitigation is identified that would reduce the impact to the lowest degree feasible. The mitigation number links the mitigation to the impact; the letter identifies the sequential order of the mitigation for that impact. Timing/Implementation: Gives the time when the mitigation measure is to be implemented (for example, prior to issuance of building permit, or upon submission of final map). Enforcement/Monitoring: Identifies the department or agency with the responsibility for implementing the mitigation measure. The discussion concludes by describing how the mitigation measures would reduce the level of impact. Mitigation measures should avoid, minimize, rectify, reduce, eliminate or compensate for significant or potentially significant impacts. It then identifies the resulting level of significance of the impact following mitigation. If an impact remains significant even after the application of the recommended mitigation measures, the impact will be identified as "significant and unavoidable." In some cases, reference is made to policies contained within existing plans, ordinances and regulations of the City or other agencies that would partially or fully mitigate an impact. These policies shall be considered as part of the recommended mitigation measures for the project. The mitigation measures recommended in this document will become part of the Mitigation Monitoring Program for this project. CEQA Guidelines 15097 requires a public agency that approves a project to adopt a program for monitoring or reporting on project revisions the agency has required and on mitigation measures the agency has imposed to mitigate or avoid significant environmental effects. The intent of the program is to ensure that the project revisions and mitigation measures identified within an EIR or a mitigated negative declaration are implemented. The Mitigation Monitoring Program for this project will be produced as a separate document. A mitigation measure recommended in the EIR will be placed in a table, along with the timing of the measure and the agency responsible for its implementation. The last column of the table will have a space where the responsible agency can verify in writing that the measure was implemented. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.1-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report SECTION 4.2 LAND USE 4.2 LAND USE This section assesses the effects of the proposed project on existing land uses in the vicinity of the project site,as well as on established uses within the site. The analysis examines the compatibility of the proposed Redding Sports Complex with current and planned land uses,both on-site and off-site. It also addresses the Redding Sports Complex facility's conformance with applicable adopted plans,policies and regulations of the City of Redding. Potential environmental impacts associated with land use are generally categorized by physical changes to the environment, compatibility with surrounding uses, and conflicts and/or inconsistencies with relevant planning documents. 4.2.1 EXISTING SETTING/LAND USE The site is located in an area consisting of a mix of rural residential residences and urban development in the northeastern portion of the City of Redding, generally bounded by State Route 44 to the south, Old Oregon Trail to the east, Viking Way to the north, and Abernathy Road to the west (see project vicinity map, Figure 3-I). The entire project site is now within the city limits as a result of a recent annexation and is targeted for urban development over the life of the new General Plan.The project site encompasses approximately 104 acres of land that is currently vacant. The site is located within a blue oak woodland plant community. Dominant plant species on the site include open to dense stands of blue oak with occasional interior live oak and grey pine. Shrubs include manzanita and poison oak. A portion of the site is tributary to the Clover Creek drainage basin. The southwest portion of the site consists of a 20-acre meadow, 1.56 acres of which qualifies as a wetlands area. These lands are subject to the jurisdiction of the Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) under Section 404 of the Federal Clean Water Act). Other unnamed drainage courses are also found in the northwest portion of the site. (See Section 4.8, Hydrology and Water Quality, Figure 4.8-2). A 115kV Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) power transmission line crosses the eastern portion of the site in a north-south direction. The power transmission lines run inside a 115 foot-wide PG&E easement. Surrounding Land Uses The westerly boundary of the site is bordered by the City's corporation yard, solid waste transfer facility and a stormwater detention pond. To the east are the rear yards of ten single-family residences along a 2,000 foot corridor bordering Old Oregon Trail. North of the site is Viking Way with an auto wrecking yard north and west of the project. The southerly boundary is bordered by three single-family residences and vacant residential property ( Figure 4.2-1 provides an aerial view of existing land uses in the project vicinity.) City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.2-I Draft Environmental Impact Report Figure 4.2-I Surrounding Land Uses r - - ' Viki A - ,•'j► . ,;,. _ SPORTS COMPLEX r r--.!-_: �.t_-•s re dna - , -4J \ PHOTO DATE6224000 i C1111111-1 I ' :,14,4ret&L 4. it'llt4 I.,. , • .�� r, „ - I t i * t Y % � • i _ I1.r CDa '7 '' j t4 , �� • tlt GI *: --.4:,,--,--, ,. ,. .i- V.";?" 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All land use ordinances and project approvals must be consistent with the General Plan. The City of Redding adopted its current General Plan in October of 2000. The City's General Plan sets forth goals,objectives, policies,and implementation measures for land use, circulation, housing, conservation, open space, noise, safety, public facilities and services, recreation, air quality, and economic development. CONSISTENCY WITH ADOPTED PLANS, POLICIES& ORDINANCES Outlined below is an assessment of the project's conformance with relevant policies pertaining to land use in the recently adopted General Plan. A discussion of the project's conformance with other applicable General Plan policies is included in the each appropriate section of this EIR. Also outlined below is an assessment of the project's consistency with adopted city ordinances and regional plans. CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN (2000) The City of Redding's recently adopted General Plan is a comprehensive update of the city's previous General Plan adopted in 1970 and will provide land use planning to the year 2020. The General Plan states that"Redding's parks and improved open space areas are one of the most visible and valued public amenities provided by the city." The General Plan contains a Recreation Element to specifically address such facilities and programs. The Recreation Element suggests that at least one community park,40 acres in size or greater, be provided in each quadrant of the city. The recently adopted General Plan makes several changes in land use designations that define various allowable land uses throughout the city, including the project area. Specifically, the General Plan Land Use Map shows a "Park" located on the subject property (see Figure 4.2-2). More specifically, Figure 7-1 (Future Parks) of the General Plan Recreation Element depicts the site as a"Large Community Park or Special Purpose Facility." This Future Parks map is shown in Figure 4.2-3. The General Plan has reclassified the eastern portion of the site and the area south of the site from nine to 12 units per acre residential and Service Commercial to General Industry. The northeast portion of the site and the area north has been reclassified from Public and General Industrial to Public Facility - Institutional. The north and west boundaries of the site is now bordered by Public, General Industry, and Service Commercial land use designations. The General Plan acknowledges that "residential uses that are, or would be, located near the sports complex, may be subject to nuisances such as light and glare;visual quality, noise, increased traffic,etc."The General Plan states that these impacts can be buffered by roadways, and/or buffers and setbacks. Policies Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.2-4 November 2000 4.2 LAND USE in the Plan have been established to minimize the impacts of recreational facilities on adjacent residential development. The project's conformance with specific policies which have been established with respect to lighting, traffic, and noise are addressed in the Aesthetics, Traffic, and Noise sections of this document. The General Plan illustrates the future extension of the realignment of Old Oregon Trail through the soccer field area and the master plan for the project shows this extension as a future improvement, but is not considered as an improvement that would occur with the project. When the Old Oregon Trail realignment as shown on the General Plan might occur is not yet known. Eventually, the realignment will be necessary because of cumulative traffic demands and to accommodate smooth traffic flow and add capacity to the circulation system for this area of the city. The construction of a secondary access road from Innsbruck Drive is also a possibility. Public Facilities and Services Element Specific goals and policies set forth in the Public Facilities and Services Element of the General Plan which are applicable to the project are as follows: Goal PF 15. Maintain a public park and recreation system suited to the needs of Redding residents and visitors. Policy PFISC. Program the development of a regional sports complex as the next"community park" facility to be constructed. Goal PF 16. Provide community centers throughout the community to meet the indoor recreation needs of a variety of users. Consistency Analysis: The project would be consistent with the above Public Facilities and Services Element goals and policies by providing a multi-use regional sports complex. The complex would consist primarily of softball, baseball and soccer fields, as well as a multi-purpose indoor recreation building which could potentially be utilized for activities such as basketball, volleyball or exercise classes. Other outdoor uses would consist of a batting cage facility and a pedestrian trail. To accommodate users of the site, a total of 850 parking spaces would be provided on the property. Community Development and Design Element. Specific goals and policies set forth in the Community Development and Design Element of the General Plan which are applicable to the project are as follows: Goal CDD3. Ensure a proper balance between development areas and the natural environment. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.2-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.2 LAND USE Policy CDD3B. Require buffer areas between development projects and significant water courses, riparian vegetation, and wetlands in accordance with the Natural Resources Element. Policy CDD6C. Design large detention basins to accommodate active recreational pursuits such as softball, soccer, and other similar uses. Consistency Analysis: The project would be consistent with the above Community Development and Design Element goals and policies by designing the facility to substantially avoid on-site wetlands. While the project will result in potentially significant impacts to on-site wetlands and result in the removal of most of the oak trees, mitigation measures have been developed to replace wetlands off-site in accordance with U.S.Army Corp of Engineers standards and replant oak trees off-site in accordance with the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance. See the biological section of this EIR for a discussion of the project's conformance with policy CDD3B. Phase 1 is likely to have on-site storm drainage basin which will probably be a ball field or parking area. This dual use of a detention basin would be consistent with Policy CDD6C and Policy R4K outlined below. Recreation Element Specific goals and policies set forth in the Recreation Element of the General Plan which are applicable to the project are as follows: Goal R4. Provide a minimum of ten acres of developed parkland per I,000 population and a broad range of facility types. Policy R4B. Construct a regional sports complex in the vicinity of Old Oregon Trail and Viking Way to meet existing and future needs for softball, baseball, soccer, equestrian, and similar facilities. Policy R4C. Locate at least one Large Community Park in each quadrant of the City as indicated generally on the General Plan Diagram. Policy R4K. Encourage collocation of public and private parks and flood-control facilities, such as stormwater detention basins,where appropriate,to maximize the efficient use of land. Consistency Analysis: The project would be consistent with the above Recreation Element goals and policies by providing a multi-use regional sports complex. The site is specifically targeted for such a facility on the General Plan Recreation Element's "Future Park" map. The complex would consist of softball, baseball and soccer fields, as well as a multi-purpose indoor recreation building which could potentially be utilized for activities such as basketball,volleyball or exercise classes. Due to conflicts with created wetlands within the existing detention pond adjacent to the project site, stormwater detention for Phase I is likely to occur Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.2-6 November 2000 4.2 LAND USE on-site by designing a ball field or parking area to also function as a detention basin. Such a dual use facility would be consistent with Policy R4K above. Should the City receive approval from the Army Corps of Engineers, the existing drainage basin adjacent to the site may be utilized. Stillwater Creek/Old Oregon Trail Focus Area The Land Use Element of the General Plan has established various "focus areas"throughout the City which have their own unique development constraints and opportunities. The Focus Areas section of the Land Use Element serves to fine-tune the General Plan Diagram and policies relating to various portions of the Planning Area. The subject property is located within the Stillwater Creek/Old Oregon Trail Focus Area. The Stillwater Creek/Old Oregon Trail Focus Area map shows a"regional sports and recreation complex" at the project site. The proposed Redding Sports Complex project, therefore, would be consistent with the land use plan Stillwater Creek/Old Oregon Trail Focus Area. Consistency Analysis: The proposal to locate a regional sports complex on the subject property would be consistent with the above goals and policies of the General Plan. The development of a Community Park would be consistent with General Plan Diagram 7-1 (Future Parks) as shown on Figure I-10 of the City's General Plan. The project would also be consistent with the Stillwater Creek/Old Oregon Trail Focus Area which specifically identifies a regional sports complex at the project site. The project's conformance with Recreation Element policies R9B- R9E relating to traffic, parking, noise, and safety are discussed in the Transportation and Noise sections of this report. An analysis of the project's conformance with specific goals and policies set forth in the Natural Resources Element and Transportation Element of the General Plan which are applicable to the project can be found in the Biological and Transportation Sections of this report. CITY OF REDDING ZONING ORDINANCE Title 18 of the City Municipal Code contains the City's Zoning Ordinance. The Zoning Ordinance establishes zones that determine the type of land uses permitted on parcels within the city limits. Zones permitting land development contain specific regulations on the density of development. The Zoning Ordinance also contains certain development standards, such as off-street parking requirements, lighting, and landscaping. The project's conformance with various development standards is discussed in the appropriate sections of this report. Existing Zoning Designation As shown on Figure 4.2-4, the City's current zoning designation for the project site is "U" (Unclassified District). With the exception of the construction of certain single-family residences, Section 18.32.020 of City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.2-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report SHASTA 0Au an yti W ‘...-,.--:-.\ 6,440.04- lire r if. 56 ID,. 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M-DR P M G Figure 4.2-4 AN -----.'►---- Zoning Designations PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS Redding Sports Complex 4.2-9 City of Redding Draft EIR 4.2 LAND 1.15E the Zoning Ordinance allows,"all uses not otherwise prohibited by law,provided that a use permit shall first be procured for any use to be established in any "U" District." Building height limits, building site area required and yards required shall be as specified in the use permit. A use permit is part of this project. With the recent adoption of the General Plan, it is anticipated that the city will initiate a rezoning of the site to be compatible with the new Public Park land use designation. Appropriate zoning for the site would likely be PK (Public Park). CITY OF REDDING TREE PRESERVATION ORDINANCE Chapter 18.65 of the Redding Zoning Ordinance sets forth rules and regulations pertaining to the preservation and enhancement, removal, and replacement of trees throughout the city. A tree removal permit is required from the Planning Department for the removal of any protected tree. A protected tree is any living tree having at least one(I) trunk of six (6) inches or more in diameter when measured four and one-half (4.5) feet above the ground. The ordinance states that project design should recognize the desirability of preserving trees and that plans for grading and infrastructure improvements reflect this consideration by seeking to minimize the number of trees to be removed or impacted from development. Tree replanting requirements set forth in the Tree Preservation Ordinance for commercial development requires that one fifteen (15) gallon tree be planted for every 1,000 square feet of gross floor area or covered space. As discussed more fully in Section 4.5, Biological Resources, the project will require the removal of a considerable number of oak trees. The project will be required to prepare a replanting plan to mitigate the loss of these oak trees. CITY OF REDDING GRADING ORDINANCE Section 16.40 of the Redding Municipal Code(Clearing,Grading,Fills and Excavation Ordinance)sets forth rules and regulations to control clearing and grading,the prevention of erosion and other environmental damage, establishes administrative procedures and for issuance and enforcement of permits and provides for the approval of plans and inspection of grading and erosion control operations. Because this is a public project, the project falls under an "exception" to required grading permits in Section 16.40.050(B)(7) "clearing or grading for any project by or under contract with the City or County." While the city is exempt from the above ordinance, the city will be required to obtain a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit from the Regional Water Quality Control Board since the project will disturb more than five acres. This permitting process will require the preparation and implementation of an erosion control plan utilizing Best Management Practices to reduce potential impacts from erosion and dust at the site. REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN FOR SHASTA COUNTY The Regional Transportation Plan for Shasta County,adopted in 1998,contains the following policies which are applicable to the development of the Sports Complex: Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.2-I 0 November 2000 4.2 LAND USE Non-motorized Policies: Policy P-1. Implement the Shasta County Regional Bikeway Plan including, where appropriate, street and highway improvements that accommodate nonmotorized traffic by utilizing widened shoulders, bike paths, or lanes that serve nonmotorized transportation. Policy P-6. Encourage the inclusion of bike lanes and pedestrian facilities in road construction and improvement projects where appropriate. 4.8.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA An impact would be considered significant under the following circumstances: • if it would result in land uses that are incompatible with existing and planned land uses on or surrounding the project site; • if it would result in an inconsistency with City of Redding land use designations, goals, objectives, or policies; • if it would conflict with adopted environmental plans and goals of the community where it is located; or • if it would result in the loss of prime agricultural land as identified in the City General Plan or the California Department of Conservation. The land use analysis presented below evaluates the consistency of the proposed Redding Sports Complex with the type and intensities of the existing and planned land uses on and surrounding the proposed project. Potential land use conflicts or incompatibility are typically the result of other environmental effects, such as the generation of noise, traffic, or objectionable odors. Potential land use conflicts resulting from the effects of the project construction or operation are summarized here, and the reader is also referred to other EIR sections for more detailed discussion of other relevant environmental effects. METHODOLOGY The methodology used for this impact analysis involved a comparison and assessment of the proposed project to relevant plans and policies, review of the land use plan and zoning in relation to surrounding uses and site features, and communication with City staff. The analysis was conducted through a combination of document review and field visits. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.2-I I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.2 LAND USE The City did conduct a neighborhood meeting on May I0, 2000 at the City's Corporation Yard to discuss and inform the neighbors of the project. IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.2.1 Construction of the proposed sports facility complex and associated infrastructure would produce short-term adverse effects on adjacent land uses due to dust, noise, and construction-related activities. [SM] Sensitive receptors in the vicinity of the project site include residences to the east and south as shown on the existing land use map on Figure 3-4. Construction of the sports complex facility would involve significant amounts of grading and removal of trees, which have the potential to cause significant impacts relating to dust and noise, which are considered to be potentially significant impacts and subject to mitigation. Specific impacts during construction relating to traffic, air, noise, etc., as well as mitigation measures are discussed in the Noise, Air Quality, Transportation and Circulation, and Aesthetics sections of this EIR. Mitigation measures include obtaining a NPDES permit from the Regional Water Quality Control Board since the project will disturb more than five acres. This permitting process will require the preparation and implementation of an erosion control plan utilizing Best Management Practices to reduce potential impacts from erosion and dust at the site. As discussed in the appropriate sections, with the implementation of identified mitigation measures, potential impacts from construction activities will be reduced to less than significant levels. Impact 4.2.2 Existing land uses adjacent to the site will be subject to increases in noise, night time lighting, and traffic from the project. [SM] The proposed Redding Sports Complex would be located adjacent to both residential and non-residential land uses. Nearby non-residential uses include auto-wrecking yards to the north and northwest and the city's corporation yard and solid waste transfer station to west. These non-residential land uses would be compatible uses with the sports complex as they do not have any sensitive receptors. Immediately east of the site are existing residences located along both sides of Old Oregon Trail. Residences are also located south of the site along the south side of Tarmac Road. These existing residences would be subject to increases in noise, traffic, and night time lighting as a result of the proposed project. The City of Redding General Plan Recreation Element acknowledges potential conflicts between recreational facilities and neighboring land uses, stating that "although park facilities are typically viewed as an asset to the community and its residents,there are some impacts associated with certain types of park activities and features that may be incompatible with surrounding residential development. The introduction of night lighting for organized sporting events such as softball, football, and soccer; noise generated by organized Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.2-12 November 2000 4.2 LAND USE sport activities that attract large numbers of users or spectators;and increased traffic and parking demands all have the potential to adversely impact surrounding residential neighborhoods." The development of a sports complex at this location in close proximity to existing residential uses is considered a significant impact and subject to mitigation. A full discussion of the project's consistency with General Plan policies relating to night lighting, noise and traffic are addressed in the Aesthetics,Traffic and Circulation, and Noise sections of this report. Specific impacts and mitigation measures to mitigate the various land use impacts to less than significant levels are also discussed in these sections of this EIR. As indicated in each of these sections, all potential impacts can be mitigated to a less than significant level. Impact 4.2.3 Locating a public park on a site containing overhead power transmission lines would expose park users to potential health and safety threats. [PS] CEQA Section I 5065(d)states that a project which "will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly" will have a significant environmental effect; Appendix G(v) of the CEQA Guidelines states that a project which will "create a potential public health hazard or involve the use, production, or disposal of materials which pose a hazard to people or animal or plant populations in the areas affected" normally will have a significant effect on the environment. The Redding Sports Complex project would involve the construction of various outdoor ballfields and other recreational facilities in proximity to the existing 115kV PG&E power transmission lines which cross the subject site. As a result, users of the facility would be exposed to electric and magnetic fields (EMF's)from the existing transmission lines. Research conducted over the past decade has raised much debate over the health effects associated with electric and magnetic fields.Attention to this research, and the presence of such high voltage transmission lines on the subject property,has increased the awareness of the suspected,but unproven,threat of adverse health effects resulting from exposure to electric and magnetic fields. Electric fields are produced in electrical lines, because of the amount of voltage applied to a conductor. Electric field strength falls off dramatically with distance, and many objects, including trees and houses shield electric fields. The predominant amount of residential exposure to electric fields is a result of household appliance use. For over head lines, the strength of measured magnetic fields will depend on such characteristics as the height of the line, distance from the line, and the amount of current in the line. Magnetic fields are a result of the strength of the movement of electricity (current) through a conductor. As with electric fields, magnetic field strength decreases dramatically with distance from the source;this is especially true with appliances.Unlike electric fields,magnetic fields are not shielded by objects such as trees and buildings. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.2-13 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.2 LAND USE Exposure to electric and magnetic fields is typical in urban communities. Whether the fields originate from appliances or high voltage transmission lines,public and scientific concern exists regarding exposure and the potential for human health effects. The relationship between electric and magnetic fields' exposure and health effects has yet to be scientifically proven; results from the laboratory and epidemiological studies that have taken place are conflicting and inconclusive. Scientists to date have not found threshold values, dose-response, or proven physiological causative relationships that demonstrate physical effects from electric and magnetic fields. Under the recommendation of scientists in the field, several utility companies and some jurisdictions have addressed the electric and magnetic fields issue through a policy of prudent avoidance as the best way of limiting exposure to electric and magnetic fields. Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) provides electric and magnetic fields information packets to the public that include information on the studies conducted on the subject. PG&E also provides electric and magnetic field measurement services at the public's request. Because no relationship between electric and magnetic fields' exposure and health effects has yet to be scientifically proven, coupled with the fact that users of the sports facility will not be on the site for extended periods of time,potential impacts from on-site power transmission lines are considered less than significant. CUMULATIVE LAND USE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.2.4 The project, in conjunction with future development, will result in an increase in urban uses in an area that is presently more rural in appearance. The project will contribute to increased traffic, noise, and night time lighting in the area [LS] The Redding Sports Complex project would introduce an essentially urban use into an area that is presently more rural in appearance. The proposed sports complex use, however, is consistent with the General Plan land use designation of "Public Park"and with the Stillwater Creek Focus Area's designation of "Future Park." The General Plan for the area in proximity to the site also emphasizes greater industrial and commercial activities, thereby adding to the urban development of the area. As discussed more fully in the Noise, Traffic and Circulation, and Aesthetics sections of this report, impacts from the project relating to increases in noise, traffic and night time lighting can be mitigated to less than significant levels. There are no known pending projects within the vicinity that, in conjunction with the proposed project, would generate local cumulative impacts in the short-term. As such, the project's cumulative land use impacts upon the area are considered less than significant. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.2-14 November 2000 4.2 LAND 115E REFERENCES City of Redding, General Plan— 1985, as amended City of Redding, Public Hearing Draft General Plan Land, March 27, 2000. City of Redding, Zoning Ordinance, February 2000. City of Redding,Zoning Ordinance- Tree Ordinance Preservation Ordinance, February 2000. City of Redding. Clearing, Grading, Fills and Excavation Ordinance, February 1992. Shasta County Regional Transportation Agency, Regional Transportation Plan for Shasta County, December, 1998. Letter from Kent Manuel, Senior Planner, City of Redding Planning Department, dated September 3, 1999. California EMF Consensus Group, Report of the California EMF Consensus Group, March 1992. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.2-15 Draft Environmental Impact Report SECTION 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES This section evaluates the potential impacts of the project on aesthetics and visual resources. Issues evaluated in this section include changes in the landscape, views from adjacent residential areas, and light and glare impacts. The impact analysis is based primarily upon field reconnaissance of the project site. 4.3.1 SETTING PROJECT SITE The project is located on a site containing three different landscapes. One is primarily level grassland with scattered trees and shrubs and seasonal wetlands(Figure 4.3-1). This landscape is located in the southern portion of the project site. Another landscape contains gently rolling terrain with moderate to dense stands of trees, primarily oak(Figure 4.3-2). This landscape is located in the northern portion of the project site. The third landscape, located in the southeastern portion of the project site, contains elements of the other two landscapes. The terrain is relatively level,but there are moderate to dense stands of trees(Figure 4.3- 3). 1 • *f • ,, ,�, moo .. ... 1�'�711.: ' J - �s?"'1-frri'%A c:ti . --,i..,-;. '"'• ,,y-"'Y t6ay d*. .�AN ,n1:-.i'. ,•-•''''..,';',`",4;" -. 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Figure 4.3-3 Southeastern Portion of Project Site Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.3-2 November 2000 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES Most of the project site is in an undeveloped state; thus, one of the predominant features of the site is the natural vegetation. However, some manmade features exist as well. The most significant of these is the 115-kilovolt transmission line that runs down the middle of the site in a north-south direction (Figure 4.3- 4). Along the southern boundary of the project,telephone poles run in an east-west direction along Tarmac Road to Old Oregon Trail (Figure 4.3-5). A dirt road parallels the transmission line, while another dirt road extends from the end of Tarmac Road to the edge of residential lots located east of the project site before it disappears (Figure 4.3-6). Smaller dirt paths are also found on the project site. M r tea ; r.- r: Figure 4.3-4 • . x: Transmission I • -. " Lines •• :,> _ , • r F ` .. :4.•.• '. Yom' { • , `C. t !. t T• • ei^ • L, • b .' • .1 r g 1 "4f 1.10.11 y a.a.- :.« w-. _ �yh.,t '"�y�i!, �'f� nM•.•'• • `Y "• •Ft: ai� ,b. _ xr •.Y. •tLyr � � rpt .'a4 s �� ' a� ••y �•�r r - "r 1'l., i.•s.zn ; r •E s' F M Figure 4.3-5 Telephone Lines along • =` Tarmac Road ' • r.ow �. •w. .�. �+ , City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.3-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES • R i *• .4•;;k. T:" L ..til � - �- 1i +.YTS. • vAita "iK •.:. who. "�y •s. 461.1 Zs.••• r �,4 s Figure 4.3-6 Dirt Road Extending from Tarmac Road Along Southern Project Boundary SURROUNDING AREA Much of the area surrounding the project site has residences on larger lots than those typically found in urban areas. West of the project site are the City Corporation Yard and the City Transfer Station. Automobile wrecking yards are located north of the project. For a more detailed description of the area surrounding the site, please refer to Section 4.2, Land Use. The City of Redding is located in an area with many scenic vistas. The Sacramento Valley and the foothills of the Cascade and Klamath mountain ranges meet in the Redding area. This convergence of geographic features creates hill and mountain views north, east and west of the City, with Shasta Bally being the most prominent feature. In other parts of the City, Mt.Shasta and Lassen Peak, two prominent mountains in the Cascade range, are visible. The Sacramento River, which flows through the center of the City,adds to the aesthetic value of the area. From the project site,the most significant scenic vista is to the west,where the hills and mountains west of Redding can be seen, including Shasta Bally. No other significant scenic views are available from the project site. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.3-4 November 2000 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES 4.3.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN The City's General Plan contains the following goals and policies concerning aesthetics and visual resources that pertain to the project: Community Development and Design Element Goal CDD 18. Reduce the visual impact of utilities and communication facilities. Policy COD 18A. Place new electric distribution lines underground in new development. Natural Resources Element Goal NR7. Recognize the aesthetic and biological values of oak woodlands and other natural vegetation. Policy NR7A. Promote existing native oaks, especially valley oaks, by establishing standards for the design of development projects. The preservation of stands of stands of trees within developments is preferred over preservation of individual trees, with the exception of special-status species and heritage trees. Recreation Element Goal R9. Minimize the impacts of recreational facilities on adjacent residential development. Policy R96. Minimize to the fullest extent the impacts of sports field lighting at large community parks,junior high schools and high schools on adjacent residential uses. Mitigation may include: • Restrictions on the height, wattage or orientation of lighting equipment. • Shielding requirements for light fixtures. • Limitations on the times the lights may be utilized. • Installation of vegetative screens where playing fields abut adjacent residential uses. Policy R9F. Locate parking areas for park and recreation uses away from abutting residential uses, where possible. Where no other reasonable location for off-street parking areas exists, screening shall be provided along adjacent residential properties. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.3-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES Screening may include solid fencing and/or vegetative buffers. 4.3.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines indicates that a project may have significant impacts on aesthetics and visual resources if it results in any of the following: I) Has a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista. 2) Substantially damages scenic resources, including but not limited to trees, rock outcroppings and historic buildings within a state scenic highway. 3) Substantially degrades the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings. 4) Creates a new source of substantial lighting and glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area. For the purposes of this analysis, the City has determined that project lighting would have an adverse impact if it increases illumination of adjacent residential parcels by 0.2 footcandles. METHODOLOGY PMC staff conducted a field reconnaissance of the project site. During the reconnaissance, several photographs were taken to provide a record of site conditions. To evaluate the potential impacts of sports field lighting, an analysis was conducted by Musco, Inc., a sports lighting firm. The amount of illumination, from sports lighting was estimated from a distance of approximately 150 feet from the sports field. Illumination was measured in footcandles, one footcandle being equivalent to the amount of illumination produced by one candle at a distance of one foot striking a one square foot surface. Both maximum footcandles and horizontal footcandles were estimated. Maximum footcandles are light levels taken when a light meter is aimed directly at the lights. Horizontal footcandles are light levels taken when a light meter is aimed parallel to the ground, at approximately three feet above the grade. For the study, illumination from a softball field with a radius of 250 feet and one with a radius of 300 feet were both estimated. The baseball fields were assumed to have dimensions of 315 feet down the foul lines and 375 feet to center field. The soccer fields were assumed to be approximately 320 feet by 215 feet. Assumptions about the type of lighting used are described in the graphics depicting the estimated illumination,which are found in Appendix H of this document. PROJECT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.3.I The project would alter the current landscape of the project site by leveling the terrain and reducing the amount of woodland. [LS] Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental impact Report 4.3-6 November 2000 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES Most of the construction for the sports complex would occur in the northern and eastern sections of the project site. However, most of the trees on the site are located in these sections, particularly the oak woodlands. Thus, construction of the project would require the removal of a significant number of trees. Also,the northern section is where most of the rolling terrain of the site is located. Leveling of this terrain would be necessary before the project facilities could be constructed. This would alter the landscape significantly from existing conditions, especially from the perspective of nearby residences, and may be considered as substantially degrading the existing visual character or quality of the site. Although blue oak woodlands are valuable as scenic resources and as wildlife habitat,they are not currently protected by City ordinances or by State laws. Habitat and aesthetic value is lowest for disturbed woodlands,such as those adjacent to urban development. The oak woodlands on the project site have been disturbed by transmission line construction and by dirt roadways. Thus,the scenic value of these woodlands has been degraded to an extent.While no City ordinance protects woodlands,the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance encourages the preservation of oak trees(blue oak,live oak,valley oak)with a diameter at breast height(dbh) greater than six inches (see Section 4.5, Biological Resources). The City plans to preserve as many oak trees within the project area as feasible, and would replace any trees that need to be removed at a specified ratio. Also, the City's General Plan contains policies to direct future development and minimize and/or mitigate for potential environmental impacts on oak woodlands. General Plan Goal NR7 recognizes the aesthetic and biological values of oak woodlands. General Plan Policy NR7A promotes existing native oaks by establishing standards for the design of development project, with preservation of stands preferred over preservation of individual trees. The project would be constructed in conformance with the goals and policies of the General Plan. In addition,the project must also conform with all applicable State and Federal policies and regulations concerning development within habitats such as oak woodlands (see Section 4.5, Biological Resources). The City's General Plan outlines potential development for the next twenty years. Among the proposed development is a sports complex on the project site. The EIR for the General Plan evaluated the potential impacts of implementation on oak woodlands. The EIR concluded that General Plan goals, policies, guidelines and mitigation options, together with all other requirements necessary for adherence to other applicable policies and regulations, would reduce potential impacts on the oak woodlands to a level that is less than significant. It also must be noted that, while natural area would be lost as a result of the project, it would be replaced by a recreational facility that is comprised primarily of open space. Most of the project site would have grassy fields installed, and limited accessory structures outside of the multipurpose building. Thus, while there would be a conversion of natural area, it would not be converted to a typical urban use such as a residential subdivision, a shopping center or an industrial park. Given this and the requirement for the project to follow applicable policies and programs of the City's General Plan, impacts on the landscape are considered less than significant. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.3-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES Impact 4.3.2 The project would introduce new sources of light and glare in the vicinity of the project site. [PSM] As part of the construction of the sports fields, outdoor lights would be installed to allow for activities during the evening. Lighting would also be installed in the parking areas,and security lighting may be placed in portions of the playing field areas. This lighting could indirectly illuminate adjacent residences at a level that would disturb residents. Unshielded lighting could generate "light pollution" in the area, obscuring nighttime sky views and introducing more glare. At full buildout, more lighting would be placed in additional parking areas and at the multipurpose building, increasing the amount of light. An estimate of the amount of indirect illumination of adjacent residential parcels was developed based upon a lighting study conducted by Musco, Inc. Musco estimated the amount of footcandles of illumination that would be generated by the softball, baseball and soccer fields at a distance of approximately 150 feet from the edge of the fields, based upon assumptions concerning size of fields and placement of light poles. The amount of illumination generated by individual fields is presented in graphic form in Appendix H of this document. For this analysis, an increase in illumination of adjacent residential parcels by 0.2 footcandles is considered significant. By comparison, a clear sunny day has an illumination of 10,000 footcandles, a night with a full moon has an illumnation of 0.02 footcandles, and illumination under a street lamp at night is 5 footcandles. The Musco study did not include a delineation of illumination contours for the project vicinity. However, a rough approximation of the 0.2 footcandle contour can be obtained based upon the information contained in the Riverland Recreation Area EIR. According to Figure 8 of the Riverland EIR, which is reproduced in Appendix H of this document,the 0.1 footcandle contour extends approximately 420 feet from home plate between the foul lines of a softball field with a 250-foot radius. For a softball field with a radius of 300 feet, the contour extends to 470 feet from home plate between the foul lines. With these assumptions, the 0.2 footcandle contour from the softball and baseball fields would not encroach upon residential parcels adjacent to the project site. Lighting for the soccer could also adversely affect adjacent residential parcels. Using Musco's estimates for soccer field illumination,fields placed adjacent to the eastern boundary of the project site could lead to an increase in illumination of adjacent residential parcels by as much as over 0.7 footcandles. Although the current site plan does not contemplate placing any soccer fields near the residential parcels,such fields could be placed there during future expansion. Therefore, impacts from soccer field lighting are considered potentially significant. Lights from the parking lots themselves could have significant effects. These include not only lighting fixtures that would be installed on the lots, but lights from cars entering and exiting the lots. It is possible that lights from cars could shine directly on residences as they entered or exited the lots during evenings. The site plan indicates that a natural buffer would be kept between the parking lots and the residential parcels to the Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.3-8 November 2000 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES east. This buffer would contain existing trees that would act as a screen for much of the parking lot lighting. However, there could be some clear spaces within the buffer through which light could travel and strike residences. Therefore, parking lot lighting impacts are considered potentially significant. The multipurpose building may also become a new source of glare visible from nearby residences,depending upon the type of materials used in construction and the color of the building. These impacts are significant. Mitigation Measures MM 4.3.2a All outdoor lighting fixtures, including those used to illuminate the sports fields and parking lots, shall be shielded or constructed so that no light rays are emitted by the fixture at angles above the horizontal plane running through the lowest part of the fixture. Lighting shall be installed such that light would be directed onto the field or lot as much as possible, with minimal lighting beyond the field or lot. Timing/Implementation: Prior to installation of lighting. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department, Community Services Department. MM 4.3.2b All events at the sports complex shall be scheduled so that all activity is completed before or as near to 10:30 p.m. as practicable, but under no circumstances shall any illumination of the playing fields be permitted after 11:00 p.m., except to conclude a scheduled event that was in progress before 11:00 p.m. and circumstances prevented conclusion of the event before I 1:00 p.m. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of project operations. Enforcement/Monitoring:City of Redding Community Services Department-Recreation Division or private concessionaire, whichever manages facility. MM 4.3.2c Lighting of parking lots at the sports complex shall consist of low-pressure sodium lamps. Lighting poles used in parking lots shall be no taller than 25 feet in height. Parking lots shall remain lighted no later than 30 minutes after the conclusion of a scheduled event, but should cease as close to 11:00 p.m. as practicable. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of project operations. Enforcement/Monitoring:City of Redding Community Services Department-Recreation Division or private concessionaire, whichever manages facility. MM 4.3.2d Lighted soccer fields shall be placed as far away from the eastern boundary of the project site as feasible, but in no case shall lighted soccer fields be placed closer than 150 feet from City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.3-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES the eastern boundary of the project site. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of site plan for soccer fields. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department - Planning Division. MM 4.3.2e A natural buffer of at least 150 feet shall be retained between the parking lot areas adjacent to the softball fields and the residential parcel boundary lines to the east. Existing trees within this buffer shall be preserved. An earthen berm approximately six feet in height shall be constructed along parking lot boundaries that are adjacent to residential parcels along the eastern boundary of the project site. The berm shall be incorporated in the landscape plan recommended in Mitigation Measure 4.5.1 b (see Section 4.5, Biological Resources. Also, refer to Mitigation Measure 4.9.1 a in Section 4.9, Noise). Timing/Implementation:Prior to issuance of grading permit for parking lot construction. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department-Planning Division. MM 4.3.2f The multipurpose building shall use only non-reflective materials in its construction. Colors for the exterior of the multipurpose building shall be earth tones that do not reflect sunlight. Timing/Implementation: During construction of multipurpose building. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. Mitigation Measure 4.3.2f would reduce the amount of glare that would be produced by the multipurpose building, thus reducing glare impacts to a level that is less than significant. Mitigation Measures 4.3.2a to 4.3.2e would reduce the amount of illumination of nearby residences, thereby reducing the likelihood that residents would be disturbed by lighting. For the residential parcels near the softball fields,where impacts were determined to be less than significant, these measures would further reduce any potential indirect illumination. All residential parcels adjacent to the project site would experience no indirect illumination after 1 1:00 p.m. under normal circumstances. Lighting impacts after mitigation are considered less than significant. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.3.3 The project at full buildout would contribute to the conversion of the project vicinity to a more urban appearance. [LS] Although the land uses in the vicinity of the project site are varied,the overall appearance of the area would be more associated with a rural setting than an urban one. While there are City facilities adjacent to the project site and automobile wrecking yards nearby, residences are on larger lots than those typically Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.3-I 0 November 2000 4.3 AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES associated with urban and suburban areas, and some residences keep horses on the property. Also,there are large areas of vacant and undeveloped land.This characterization is reinforced by the fact that much of the land in the vicinity of the project is under the jurisdiction of the County. In general, the project would be compatible with the existing setting. Much of the project site would be kept in open space. Of the portion of the site that would be developed, most of it would be used for sports fields. A few structures would be constructed at the site, the most significant being the multipurpose building. However,the sports complex is a recreational facility designed to accommodate mainly urban and suburban residents, and it is expected to experience heavy use. Thus, the project would introduce an essentially urban use into an area that is more rural in appearance. Furthermore, with possible future expansion of the City Corporation Yard and Transfer Station, and with potential expansion of the sports complex itself, there is the possibility of increased urbanization in the area. Future development in the project vicinity must be consistent with the policies and programs of the City's General Plan. For the area surrounding the project site,the General Plan emphasizes greater industrial and commercial activities-particularly north,west and south of the project site-and fewer residential land uses. Thus,the City is planning for greater urbanization of the area. The project would be consistent with future land uses in the area, as set forth in the General Plan. The General Plan EIR evaluated the potential impacts of such development, and concluded that it would have no significant impacts if General Plan policies and programs are followed. Thus,while the setting in the vicinity of the project would change,the change would be consistent with future land use plans. Cumulative impacts, therefore, are considered less than significant. REFERENCES John Batinsey. "Comments and Options Concerning the Eatontown, NJ Outdoor Lighting Ordinance." International Dark-Sky Association, Information Sheet 93, April 1999. County of San Diego Outdoor Lighting Ordinance. International Dark-Sky Association Internet site, http://www.darksky.org. International Dark-Sky Association. "What Is a True 'Full Cutoff Outdoor Lighting Fixture?" Information Sheet 143, October 1998. Planning Associates. City of Redding Environmental Impact Report, Riverland Recreation Area. Redding, Calif., May 1988. Tucson/Pima County Lighting Code,Ordinance No.8210, 1994 edition. International Dark-Sky Association Internet site, http://www.darksky.org. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.3-1 1 Draft Environmental Impact Report SECTION 4.4 AIR QUALITY 4.4 AIR QUALITY This section evaluates the potential impacts of the project on air quality. Potential impacts include emissions of dust from construction activities on the project site and emissions from traffic. The impact analysis is based upon a review of documents and data from the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and upon results from computer models. 4.4.1 SETTING LOCAL TOPOGRAPHY AND CLIMATE The City is located at the extreme northern end of the Sacramento Valley. The foothills and mountains of the Coast Ranges, the Klammath Range and the Cascade Range surround the City to its west, north and east. Most of the City is situated within the bottom of the "bowl" formed by the convergence of the mountain ranges. The mountains act as natural air barriers, restricting air flow and reducing the amount of atmosphere mixing and pollution dispersal. The Sacramento Valley itself is a confined air basin. Sea breezes occasionally pass through the Carquinez Strait and travel as far north as Redding, providing some cooling and dispersal of air pollutants. However, climatic conditions cause this inflow of marine air to occur infrequently during autumn. Moreover, the breezes assist in the transport of emissions from the Sacramento and San Francisco metropolitan areas. During the summer and autumn months,the area is also subject to the phenomena of thermal air inversions, wherein a layer of cool air is overlain by warmer air. These inversions lessen the amount of air mixing and tend to concentrate pollutants within or below the inversion layer. The climate of the City is characterized by hot,dry summers and cool,wet winters. According to data from the National Weather Service, the average maximum temperature during July is 98.3 degrees Fahrenheit (° F), and temperatures 100° F or greater are not uncommon during the summer months. The average minimum temperature during January is 37.4° F. Average annual precipitation in Redding is 39.37 inches. Most of the precipitation falls during the months from November to April. Winds in the Redding area have a mean speed of 7 miles per hour (mph); however, wind gusts of 60 mph and greater have been recorded. The prevailing direction of winds in the area is from the south, with occasional northerly winds. EXISTING AIR QUALITY The project site, along with the City of Redding and Shasta County, is located within the Northern Sacramento Valley Air Basin (NSVAB). The NSVAB includes all the counties in the Sacramento Valley north of the Sacramento metropolitan area (Figure 4.4-1). Both State and Federal agencies have established ambient air quality standards for common pollutants,which are described later in this section. Currently, Shasta County is in "attainment" status for all Federal air quality standards. Attainment indicates that air pollutant levels do not exceed Federal standards. However, City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.4-I Draft Environmental Impact Report Northeast Plateau k EDDING Sacramento Valley Nort - -CoaMountain Counties AirBasin Lake - - - i Lake Tahoe County _. N im San Francisco ' Bay Area Great Basin Valleys North Central ',,:- San Joaquin Coast Valley Southeast Desert South Central Coast South Coast San Diego :ii,....:.,..„....--.-----------'-'.. PMC FIGURE 4.4-I Sacramento Valley Air Basin 4.4-2 4.4 AIR QUALITY Shasta County has been designated a "nonattainment" area under State standards for ozone and for particulate matter 10 microns or less in diameter(PM,o). Data concerning air quality in the Redding area are available from an air quality monitoring station located on the roof of the County Health Department building at 2650 Breslauer Way,approximately four miles from the project site. The station monitor levels of ozone and PM lc,. Table 4.4-I shows air quality data from the Redding monitoring station for the most recent three years data are available. TABLE 4.4-1 AIR QUALITY DATA FOR REDDING, 1997-1999 Year Highest Measurement Days Exceeded Ambient Standard Ozone PM,o Fed. Ozone State Fed. PM,, State PM„ (ppm) (ug/m3) Ozone 1997 0.119 44.0 0 8 0 0 1998 0.140 50.0 3 40 0 0 1999 0.116 77.0 0 21 0 15* ppm-parts per million ug/m3-micrograms per cubic meter *Calculated. Source:California Air Resources Board Ozone Ozone is a product of a photochemical reaction involving nitrogen oxides (NO.) and reactive organic gases (ROG), both of which are referred to as"ozone precursors". Ozone precursors are emitted as part of the exhaust of internal combustion engines, commonly found in motor vehicles. Other sources include factories,power plants,chemical solvents,combustion products from various fuels,and consumer products. Ozone is a seasonal problem, typically occurring during the months from May to October. Within Redding and Shasta County, the primary source of ozone precursors is motor vehicles. The ozone problem is exacerbated by the transport of ozone produced in the Sacramento metropolitan area. Ozone transport has been found to be significant and overwhelming (NSVAB, 1997). According to the Shasta County Air Quality Management District(SCAQMD), Shasta County exceeds the State ozone standard 11 times per year on average (Schultz, 1999). The worst year was 1998,when the County exceeded the State ozone standard on 40 days, and the less stringent Federal standard on three days. The causes for the increase in ozone emissions that year were attributed to a combination of unusually hot days, stagnant air flow, transport from the Sacramento area and wildland fires in the region (Hopfinger, 1998). City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.4-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4 AIR QUALITY Particulate Matter (PM,o) PM,ois particulate matter 10 microns or less in diameter. It includes dust, soot and chemical droplets. PM,0 is directly emitted into the atmosphere as a by-product of fuel combustion (including burning), abrasion, wind erosion and unpaved roads. The Redding monitoring station recorded no exceedances of Federal or State PM,0 standards until 1999. That year, based upon measurements at the monitoring station, it was calculated that air in Redding exceeded State PM,0 standards for 15 days. The most likely causes of these exceedances was smoke from an unusually high number of wildfires that occurred in the region during the late summer, which were sparked by lightning storms. 4.4.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FEDERAL CLEAN AIR ACT Under the Federal Clean Air Act (FCAA) of 1970, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established ambient air quality standards for several air pollutants, referred to as "criteria pollutants." The six criteria pollutants are ozone, carbon monoxide (CO), PM,o, nitrogen oxides (NO.), sulfur dioxide (SO2) and lead. The specific standards are based on medical evidence that indicates that exposure to certain air pollutants is harmful to public health. The ambient standards are two-tiered. Primary standards are designed to protect public health,while secondary standards are designed to protect the environment(e.g., damage to vegetation or property). Both primary and secondary standards are keyed to averaging periods that range from one hour to one year. Table 4.4-2 lists the Federal ambient air quality standards. In 1998, the EPA issued new standards for ozone and for particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter(PM2.5). For ozone,the new federal standard is 0.08 parts per million (ppm)for an 8-hour average. For PM2.5, the federal standards are an annual average of 15 micrograms per cubic meter (pg/m3) and a 24- hour average of 65 pg/m3. Although currently in effect,the planning process to determine compliance with these new standards and the development of control programs to meet these standards, if needed,will not be completed until after the year 2000. Implementation of the new standards has been further complicated by a recent court decision. On May 14, 1999, the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that the application of the Clean Air Act, in setting the new public health standards for ozone and particulate matter,was an improper delegation of legislative authority to the EPA,and thus unconstitutional. The decision is currently being reviewed by the U.S. Supreme Court,and a ruling will likely be made during the 2000-2001 session. STATE REGULATIONS In 1988, California passed the California Clean Air Act (CCAA). Like its federal counterpart, the CCAA establishes ambient air quality standards. The state standards differ from the federal standards in two ways: (I) the state standards are more stringent; and (2) the state list of criteria pollutants includes sulfates, Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4-4 November 2000 4.4 AIR QUALITY hydrogen sulfide (H2S),vinyl chloride, and visibility reducing particles. As with federal standards, California standards are keyed to certain averaging periods. Table 4.4-2 lists the state ambient air quality standards. The CARB is responsible for establishing the air quality standards. CARB also regulates mobile emission sources and oversees the activities of the air pollution control districts (APCDs) and the air quality management districts (AQMDs). TABLE 4.4-2 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS Pollutant Averaging Time Federal Federal Californiab Primary' Secondary' Ozone I Hour 0.12 ppm 0.12 ppm 0.09 ppm Carbon Monoxide 8 Hour 9 ppm -- 9 ppm I Hour 35 ppm -- 20 ppm Nitrogen Dioxide Annual 0.053 ppm 0.053 ppm -- 1 Hour -- -- [ 0.25 ppm Sulfur Dioxide Annual 0.03 ppm -- I -- 24 Hour 0.14 ppm -- 0.04 ppm 3 hour -- 0.5 ppm -- 1 hour -- -- 0.25 ppm Fine Particulate Matter Annual` 50 ug/m3 50 ug/m3 30 ug/m3 (PM,o) 24 Hour 150 ug/m3 150 ug/m3 50 ug/m3 Sulfates 24 Hour -- i -- 25 ug/m3 Lead 30 Day -- -- 1.5 ug/m3 Calendar Qtr 1.5 ug/m3 1.5 ug/m3 -- Hydrogen Sulfide 1 Hour -- -- 0.03 ppm Vinyl Chloride 24 Hour -- -- 0.01 ppm Visibility-Reducing 8 Hour -- -- (d) Particles (10 am - 6 pm PST) ppm -parts per million ug/m3-micrograms per cubic meter a) National standards,except ozone and those based on annual averages,are not to be exceeded more than once per year. The ozone standard is attained when the number of days per calendar year with max.ozone concentration is less than or equal to I. b) California standards are not to be exceeded for any air pollutant except sulfates,lead,hydrogen sulfide,and vinyl chloride. The latter are not to be equaled or exceeded. c) Annual geometric mean concentration is used in California;annual arithmetic mean concentration is used in federal standards. d) Insufficient amount to produce an extinction coefficient of 0.23 per km due to particles when relative humidity is less than 70%. Source:California Air Resources Board, California Air Quality Data,Annual Summary, 1996. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.4-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4 AIR QUALITY COUNTY REGULATIONS In 1994, the EPA approved the State Implementation Plan (SIP) for Ozone. The SIP includes new control strategies to be developed and implemented over the ten years following adoption of the plan. The strategies are designed to reduce air pollution throughout the state and ensure continued progress toward meeting both federal and state ozone standards. The CARB determined that SCAQMD would not be required to prepare a comprehensive update of its air quality plan. Instead, the district was directed to focus on implementing its existing control strategies and SIP commitments. Within Shasta County, the air quality regulating authority is the Shasta County Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). The SCAQMD monitors air quality at several sites throughout the county, and it serves as the lead agency responsible for implementing and enforcing federal, state and county air quality regulations. The agency also issues an "Authority to Construct" and a"Permit to Operate"for stationary air pollution sources. The SCAQMD Rulebook sets standards of operation,defines permit requirements and sets emission limits. Collectively,these regulations and requirements are aimed at protecting public health and welfare. One of the most significant regulations is Rule 2:1, New Source Review. This rule requires new and modified stationary sources of air pollution to apply the best available control technology (BACT) for emissions. It also sets forth a "no net increase" policy for emissions of pollutants for which the County is currently in nonattainment status,and it states requirements for offsetting emissions. Another significant rule, Rule 3:2, sets limits on emissions of particulate matter, NO), and SO,,. Other rules deal with more specific types of emissions, such as those from dry cleaning establishments and vehicle painting shops. However,for other likely emission sources associated with the project, such as maintenance equipment and barbeque grills, SCAQMD has no specific rules (Waldrop, pers. comm., 2000). In 1997, the air districts within the Northern Sacramento Valley Air Basin, of which SCAQMD is one, updated the 1994 Air Quality Attainment Plan prepared for the purpose of attaining the state ambient air quality standard for ozone. The 1994 Plan proposed several feasible control measures for stationary sources of emissions. Table 4.4-3 shows the proposed measures and adoption status by SCAQMD. CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN The City's General Plan contains an Air Quality Element that sets forth goals, objectives, policies and implementation strategies to improve air quality and protect the health and welfare of City residents. This is to be accomplished mainly by promoting development that is compatible with the air quality standards of the Air Quality Element and of the County's Air Quality Attainment Plan (AQAP). Goals and policies within the Air Quality Element that pertain to this project include the following: Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4-6 November 2000 4.4 AIR QUALITY Goal I. Effective communication, cooperation and coordination in developing and implementing community and regional air quality programs. TABLE 4.4-3 CONTROL MEASURES AND ADOPTION STATUS Control Measures Adopted by SCAQMD Indirect Source Review Air Quality Element General Plan April 1994 Transportation Control Measure(Extent varies) January 1993 NO,Control Measures Gas Turbines Not adopted Industrial Boilers March 1995 Internal Combustion Engines June 1997 ROG Control Measures Architectural Coatings Not adopted Automobile Finish Coatings June 1997 Cutback Asphalt February 1994 Disposal of Organic Waste June 1995 Polyester Resin Operations March 1995 Soil Decontamination (VOC) Not adopted Solvent Degreasing March 1995 Vapor Recovery Systems for Gasoline Distributors June 1997 Other Control Measures Residential Wood Combustion March 1995 Smoking Vehicle Program February 1997 Source: 1997 NSVAB Air Quality Attainment Plan Policy I. The City will require an air quality impact analysis using the recommended methods promulgated by the Air Quality Management District (AQMD) for all projects that are subject to CEQA review and which exceed emissions thresholds established by the AQMD. Goal 2. Reduce motor vehicle trips and vehicle miles traveled and increase average vehicle ridership (AVR). Policy 18. The City shall make air quality and mobility prime considerations when reviewing any proposed change to the land-use pattern. Such consideration shall include, as much as possible, increased transit and pedestrian mobility. Policy 22. The City will work with the Redding Area Bus Authority in planning multi-modal transfer sites that incorporate auto parking areas,bike parking,transit,pedestrian and bicycle paths, and park-and-ride pickup points. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.4-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4 AIR QUALITY Policy 28. As a condition of project approval,the City shall require dedication of land for bus turnouts and shelters at sites deemed appropriate and necessary. Goal 3. Reduce particulate matter emissions from sources under the jurisdiction of the City. Policy 33. The City will require measures to reduce particulate emissions from construction, grading, and demolition to the maximum extent feasible. 4.4.3 Impacts and Mitigation Measures Significance Criteria Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines state that a project would have significant impacts on air quality if it does any of the following: I) Conflicts with or obstructs implementation of the applicable air quality plan. 2) Violates any air quality standard or contributes substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation. 3) Results in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is nonattainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors). 4) Exposes sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations. 5) Creates objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people. SCAQMD has established quantitative vehicle emission thresholds for projects, which when exceeded trigger a requirement for further air quality analysis and mitigation.Two types of thresholds are established- Level "A" and Level "B", with "A" being the lower level. Project emissions that meet or exceed Level "A" thresholds are required to implement a set of Standard Mitigation Measures(SM Ms)developed by SCAQMD that are designed to reduce the total vehicle emissions generated by the project. The Level "A" emission thresholds are as follows: • 25 pounds per day of nitrogen oxides (NOx). • 25 pounds per day of reactive organic gases (ROG). • 80 pounds per day of inhalable particulate matter (PM lo). Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4-8 November 2000 4.4 AIR QUALITY Project emissions that meet or exceed Level "B" emission thresholds are required to implement any of a list of Best Available Mitigation Measures (BAMMs) developed by SCAQMD that are applicable to the project. Level "B" emission thresholds include the following: • 137 pounds per day of nitrogen oxides (NO,j. • 137 pounds per day of reactive organic gases (ROG). • 137 pounds per day of inhalable particulate matter (PM,0). For this project, impacts are significant if emissions generated by the project meet or exceed any Level "A" emission thresholds. Methodology Since the project is a recreational facility and contains no stationary source of emissions (e.g., industrial plant),the amount of emissions generated by project operations is likely to be insignificant. Therefore,the analysis of the environmental impacts of the project on air quality focuses on vehicle traffic,the main source of emissions associated with the project. In accordance with policies set forth in the Air Quality Element of the City of Redding General Plan, an estimate of the amount of emissions generated by traffic associated with the project was conducted using the URBEMIS7G computer model. URBEMIS7G calculates vehicle emissions based upon the type of land use and factors from EMFAC7G,the most recent motor vehicle emission factor model developed by CARB. Estimates were calculated for the summer season,when the sports complex would experience its greatest use. Separate estimates were made for the park area and for the multipurpose building. The URBEMIS model used trip generation factors and total daily trips calculated by the traffic study prepared for the project (see Table 4.I I-5 in Section 4.1 1, Transportation and Traffic). According to the traffic study, the project would generate an estimated 3,255 trips daily. The results from the URBEMIS model, which included the factors used in preparing the estimates such as ambient temperature and vehicle fleet mix,are included in Appendix B of this document. Emissions of carbon monoxide from vehicle traffic on roadways in the project vicinity were calculated using the CALINE4 computer model. CALINE4 is a simple line-source Gaussian plume dispersion model. Data required for CALINE4 calculations include the proposed roadway geometry, worst-case meteorological parameters,anticipated traffic volumes,and positions of sensitive receptors. The data used in the CALINE4 run,along with the results are include in Appendix B of this document. The CALINE4 run used an emission factor calculated by the CT-EMFAC computer program. Results from this computer program are also available in Appendix B. Traffic data for the CALINE run came from the traffic study conducted for the project. It was assumed for the purposes of the CALINE run that background CO levels (general levels of CO in the area)were 2 parts per million (ppm). This figure may actually be too high, but it provides a basis for evaluation of CALINE results. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.4-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4 AIR QUALITY PROJECT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.4.I Vehicle traffic associated with activities in the sports complex would generate air pollutant emissions. [SM] The main source of potential air pollutant emissions associated with the project would be vehicles making trips to and from the complex. Estimates of the amount of emissions from vehicle trips were developed using the URBEMIS model. Table 4.3-3 presents the results from UR.BEMIS. A prinout of the URBEMIS is available in Appendix D of this document. The results of the URBEMIS calculations indicate that vehicle emissions would be below Level "A"emission thresholds for all pollutants, except for NOR. Since NOx emissions exceed Level "A" thresholds, impacts of vehicle emissions associated with the project are significant. Mitigation Measures If a project exceeds Level"A"thresholds,it is required to implement a set of mitigation measures to reduce potential impacts to a level that is less than significant. These include all applicable measures from a list of Standard Mitigation Measures(SMMs)developed by SCAQMD. Appendix D contains a list of SMMs. Since the project is the construction of a sports complex, none of the SMMs apply. However, two other mitigation measures recommended for projects that exceed Level "A" thresholds are presented below: Table 4.4-4 Estimate of Emissions from Vehicle Trips Associated with Project Activity Emissions(pounds per day) ROG NO. CO Pito Sports fields 15.91 21.89 133.93 0.56 Multipurpose center 6.01 6.60 42.66 0.15 Total 21.91 28.49 176.58 0.71 Level "A" 25 25 N/A 80 Thresholds ROG - reactive organic gases NOx-nitrogen oxides CO-carbon monoxide PM I O-particulate matter Source:PMC. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4-I 0 November 2000 4.4 AIR QUALITY MM 4.4.1 a The project shall contribute to traffic flow improvements that are not growth-inducing. Examples include,but are not limited to, right-of-way acquisition and capital improvements. Timing/Implementation: Prior to commencing construction. Enforcement/Monitoring: Shasta County Air Quality Management District MM 4.4.1 b The project shall provide preferential parking spaces for carpools and vanpools. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Development Services Department Implementation of these measures would lead to reduction in congestion, which is the main source of nitrogen oxide emissions. The measures would also satisfy the requirements of SCAQMD for mitigation of emissions that exceed Level "A" thresholds. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.4.2 Construction work on the project site would generate emissions, particularly PM10. [SM] Construction of the project would require extensive clearing and grading, along with trenching, filling and the actual installation of the facilities. The disturbance of the earth on the site, plus equipment and vehicle travel over exposed soils and unpaved roads, could generate a significant amount of dust emissions. Equipment and vehicle operations would generate their own emissions, although these emissions are not as significant as those of dust. If vegetation cleared from the site is burned,this would add more PM,0 into the atmosphere. Although these impacts would be temporary and would cease when construction activities are completed, they would contribute to an existing violation of State PM,0 standards in Shasta County. Therefore, they are considered significant. Mitigation Measures The following are from a list of standard mitigation measures developed by SCAQMD. These measures are normally applied to projects with estimated emissions that exceed Level "A" thresholds (see Significance Criteria). However, since PM,0 emissions from construction activities are potentially significant, and since Shasta County is currently in nonattainment status for PM10, the following measures are recommended. MM 4.4.2a Alternatives to open burning of vegetative material on the project site shall be used by the City unless otherwise deemed infeasible by SCAQMD. Suitable alternatives include,but are not limited to, chipping, mulching and conversion to biomass fuel. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring:Shasta County Air Quality Management District and the City of Redding Public Works Department City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.4-I I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4 AIR QUALITY MM 4.4.2b All material excavated,graded or stockpiled shall be sufficiently watered to prevent fugitive dust from leaving project site boundaries and causing a public nuisance or a violation of an ambient air standard. Watering should occur at least twice daily with complete site coverage, preferably in the mid-morning and after work is completed each day. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department. MM 4.4.2c All areas with vehicle traffic, including unpaved roadways, shall be watered periodically or have dust palliatives applied for stabilization of dust emissions. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring:. City of Redding Public Works Department. MM 4.4.2d All onsite vehicles shall be limited to a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour on unpaved roadways. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department.. MM 4.4.2e All land clearing,grading, earth moving or excavation activities on the project site shall be suspended when winds are expected to exceed speeds of 20 miles per hour. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring:: City of Redding Public Works Department. MM 4.4.2f The project developer shall be responsible for applying non-toxic soil stabilizers to all inactive construction areas, defined as previously graded areas that remain inactive for 96 hours. Soil stabilizers shall be approved by the City Department of Public Works and shall be applied according to manufacturer's specifications. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department. MM 4.4.2g All trucks hauling dirt, sand, soil or other loose material shall be covered or shall maintain at least two feet of freeboard (the minimum vertical distance between top of load and the trailer), in accordance with the requirements of California Vehicle Code Section 23114. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Police Department, California Highway Patrol. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4-12 November 2000 4.4 AIR QUALITY MM 4.4.2h All material transported offsite shall be either sufficiently watered or securely covered to prevent a public nuisance. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Deportment MM 4.4.2i During initial grading, earth moving or site preparation, the project developer shall be required to construct a paved or dust palliative-treated apron onto the project site from adjacent paved roads. The apron shall be at least 100 feet in length. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department MM 4.4.2j Paved streets adjacent to the project site shall be swept or washed at the end of each day to remove excessive accumulations of silt and/or mud resulting from construction activities on the project site and to remove soil materials carried onto these street from the project site. Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department. Implementation of these mitigation measures would reduce the amount of PM,0 emissions,particularly dust, from construction activities. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.4.3 Traffic associated with the sports complex may lead to increased emissions of carbon monoxide along roadways in the vicinity. [LS] A primary source of carbon monoxide (CO) emissions is motor vehicle traffic. CO emissions from traffic tend be localized, concentrating around roadways and intersections. However, if sensitive receptors (activities sensitive to air pollutant emissions) are located near these roadways, they could be exposed to elevated CO levels. The sensitive receptors located near the project are residences. To determine the CO levels that sensitive receptors in the project vicinity may experience as a result of the project, an analysis was conducted using the CALINE4 air quality modeling program. The analysis was conducted for the segment of Old Oregon Trail from the intersection with Viking Way to the intersection with State Highway 44. This segment runs through a predominantly residential area, and it is expected to carry most of the traffic that will go to and from the project site. Sensitive receptors, in this case selected residences, were assumed to be set back approximately 30 feet away from the roadway. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.4-13 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4 AIR QUALITY The results of the CALINE4 run (see Appendix B) indicate that CO levels along Old Oregon Trail with project traffic would be at most 2.2 ppm. Given that the background CO levels were assumed to be 2 ppm, this indicates that traffic with the project would at most add 0.2 ppm of CO at nearby residences. CO levels with the project would be below both State and Federal ambient air quality standards for CO. Therefore, impacts of the project on CO levels would be less than significant. Cumulative Impacts and Mitigation Measures Impact 4.4.4 Future expansion of the sports complex, in combination with future development in the Redding area, may contribute to a continuing violation of State ozone standards in Shasta County. [PSM] As discussed under Impact 4.4.1, the project would make a small contribution to the total emissions in Shasta County. This is demonstrated by a comparison of estimated project emissions to the total emissions for the County, as shown in Table 4.4-4. However, the City may expand the sports complex in the future, depending upon demand for more facilities and availability of funding. Should the sports complex expand, it would most likely take place in a 107-acre area south of the project site. Because it is not known what facilities would be constructed in the expansion area, an evaluation of the impacts of such expansion on air quality would be too speculative. However, it is expected that an expansion could lead to greater emissions generated by the complex, primarily from vehicle traffic. Increased vehicle traffic, with its emissions of ROG and NO. ,would contribute to the existing violation of State ozone standards by Shasta County. Considering the potential contribution of future development in the Redding area,the cumulative impact of the project on ozone conditions is considered potentially significant. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4-14 November 2000 4.4 AIR QUALITY TABLE 4.4-5 COMPARISON OF PROJECT EMISSIONS TO TOTAL COUNTY EMISSIONS Source Emission Rates (tons/day) CO PM,, NO. ROG Total County emissions (1996) 250 33 31 28 Estimated project emissions (see Table 4.3-3)* 0.0238 0.0001 0.0037 0.0039 Percent of County emissions 0.001% 0.0003% 0.012% 0.014% *Estimated emissions from weekend use. Source:California Air Resources Board. Mitigation Measures The following are based upon a list of mitigation measures developed by SCAQMD. These measures are normally applied to projects with estimated emissions that exceed Level "B" thresholds (see Significance Criteria). However, due to the potentially significant cumulative effects of the project, the following measures are recommended. MM 4.4.4a The project shall provide for a parking lot design that does not impede a clear, direct pathway for safe, easy movement of pedestrians and public transportation vehicles. Timing/Implementation:Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring:City of Redding Development Services Department-Planning Division, in consultation with Redding Area Bus Authority. MM 4.4.4b The project shall demonstrate that its design will not prohibit the future installation of bus turnouts, passenger benches and shelters if the Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) determines that such facilities will be needed. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring:City of Redding Development Services Department-Planning Division,in consultation with Redding Area Bus Authority. MM 4.4.4c The project shall provide for adequate bicycle storage/parking facilities at a minimum of one bicycle space for every 30 automobile spaces. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.4-15 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4 AIR QUALITY Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Development Services Department- Planning Division. Implementation of the above mitigation measures would encourage the use of alternative modes of transportation, thereby reducing project vehicle traffic and its contribution to ozone levels. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. References California Air Resources Board. Federal and State Ambient Air Quality Standards. Internet site http://www.arb.ca.gov. California Air Resources Board. 1996 Estimated Annual Average Emissions, Shasta County. Internet site http://www.arb.ca.gov. Tony Hopfinger. "Ozone Level Ties Worst Mark." Redding Record-Searchlight, September 4, 1998. Jim Schultz. "County Has Fewer Hazy Days Than Last Year." Redding Record-Searchlight,July 17, 1999. Shasta County Air Quality Management District. SCAQMD Rulebook. Shasta County Air Quality Management District et al. 1997 Air Quality Attainment Plan, Northern Sacramento Valley Air Basin. Shasta County General Plan, as amended 1998. John Waldrop, Shasta County Air Quality Management District. Telephone conversation with Terry Farmer, Pacific Municipal Consultants, September 25, 2000. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.4-16 November 2000 SECTION 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES This section discusses the potential impacts of the project on biological resources. This analysis describes the plant communities and habitats within the project site, including existing wetland areas. It also identifies the special-status plant and animal species that exist on or in the vicinity of the project site, or could potentially use the habitats located on the project site. This section is based upon a biological resources study conducted by North State Resources, Inc., which is included in this document as Appendix C. 4.5.1 SETTING VEGETATION Vegetation at the project site consists mainly of oak woodlands interspersed with grasslands, wetland features, and disturbed areas. Vernal pool plant communities are located on nearly-level landscape in the southern portion of the site. The proposed sewer alignment is located within an area that has already been developed -the City Corporation Yard. The site does not support riparian vegetation. Two upland plant communities and five wetland communities were observed during site assessments, as described below. Wetlands The following five wetland habitat types occur within the project site: vernal swale,vernal pool,intermittent creek,intermittent pool (constructedl.and seasonal wetland. Figure 4.5-I indicates the locations of these wetland habitats. Much of the area has been subiected to ground disturbances such as historic grazing and current off-highway vehicle activity, which may influence species composition and distribution. Vernal Swale Vernal swales are formed by subtle topographic depressions, and function as connectors to the more defined vernal pool features. Vernal swales have been identified in the southwest section of the project site. Plant species observed in vernal swales included coyote thistle(Eryngium sp.),navarretia(Navarretia sp.),hair grass (Deschampsia donthonoides), white hyacinth (Brodeia hyacintha), curly dock (Rumex crispus), spikeweed (Hemizonia sp.), and toad rush (Juncus bufonius) (NSR, 1998). 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OS n a I N Ln l 1 .4' 1 / I I1 w I I - -— n -- —�--� tl '? 6r I � N m.....ss : n I r /... 4 c\, '\;' • N N '�I n w p....,, I ^ ) S ' I S✓ I III k \N I I .. C/� 1 1 N n 7- ' I � Q � 7 c, I 0. u O yad 4 I I I I - - C - •6 Iti 1 0 A :ii Z I I I a '� g ( I � � YJ I I III __ n 0 eg o U LL. 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Corps of Engineers (ACOE) in its Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Guidelines for Vernal Pools. Vernal pools were identified in the south and southwest areas of the project. Dominant vernal pool species observed were coyote thistle, popcorn flower (Plogiobothrys sp.), spikerush (Eleocharis acicularis.), wooly marbles (Psilocarphus brevissimus), downingia (Downingia sp.), hair grass, and yellow carpet(Blennosperma nanum var. nanum) (North State Resources, 1998). Seasonal Wetland Seasonal wetlands are similar to vernal pools in that they are seasonally inundated and/or saturated with water (Figure 4.5-2). This wetlands type may or may not be underlain by a substrate that restricts percolation of surface water. As discussed above, the distinction between vernal pools and seasonal wetlands was based solely upon the relative abundance/absence of vernal pool species. Seasonal wetlands contain few to none of the vernal pool plant species listed in the ACOE's Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Guidelines for Vernal Pools. Within the project site, this habitat type is found predominantly in the southern portion, and in the north near the upper end of Clover Creek. z ' - '-4. 74. 7 J �; • s, >w Y 0."-' 7 4 $ sly,_, figA;'` *" cis •p: "''• � 74 f _ '� 'rte 4 ,t`•. ir ,J •: y -.:,�. Y • 5 TTT��T 3 Figure 4.5-2 Seasonal Wetland in Foreground City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES These seasonal wetlands can be characterized as more of a"wet meadow"than an intermittent pool, since no direct evidence of pooling was actually observed. Instead, the soils near the surface exhibited signs of heavy saturation. The dominant species observed in the project site were Mediterranean barley and perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne) (North State Resources, I998). Intermittent Creek An intermittent creek is defined as a waterway that conveys flow during certain times of the year. The flow may either be from surface runoff or groundwater seepage. During dry periods, there is no flowing water. Rainfall runoff provides a supplemental source of water for stream flow. There are three intermittent creeks within the project site. All of them are dry from late spring until fall. There is no riparian corridor associated with any of these drainages, but sparse herbaceous growth was found within their channels. These species include rabbit-foot grass (Polypogon maritimus), coyote thistle, and rush (NSR, I 998). Intermittent Pool (constructed) There is one intermittent pool identified in the northeast section of the project site. This approximately 0.02-acre pool is an artificial impoundment, possibly developed as a watering site for cattle. The dominant species found at this site are rush, Mediterranean barley (Hordeum marinum), and nutsedge (Cyperus sp.) (NSR, 1998). Blue Oak Woodland This habitat type is characterized by a predominance of blue oaks (Quercus douviasiil. with a sparse shrub component. The understory is typically composed of an extension of annual grassland vegetation (Mauer and Laudenslayer, 1988). Approximately 80 percent of the project site contains blue oak woodland habitat (Figure 4.5-3). Scattered foothill pine (Pinus sabiniana) are also present, but uncommon. Shrubs consist of poison oak (Toxicodendron diversiloba), common manzanita (Arctostaphylos manzanita), and whiteleaf manzanita (Arctostaphylos viscida). The dense herbaceous layer is dominated by annual grasses and forbs. Many seasonal wetland inclusions occur within blue oak woodlands in the form of swales, pools, and flat, to gentle gradient areas that exhibit"meadowlike"floral characteristics for short periods of time during the late winter/early spring. These wetland features are dominated by an open to dense layer of herbaceous annual and perennial species that are often restricted to these seasonally wet habitats. Canopy cover is typically low throughout the project site. Based upon the results of a field survey conducted by North State Resources, blue oak woodland habitat at the project site had an estimated average canopy cover of 21 percent. Please refer to the Methodology portion of this section for more information about the canopy survey. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-4 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES A}-- ,3%,.d.rte: ib }¢ mow, + *• a 4 • _ice ' . t{, va Figure 4.5-3 Oak Woodland Annual Grassland Annual grassland habitats are open grasslands dominated by herbaceous plants, primarily introduced annual grasses (Mayer and Laudenslayer, 1988). This habitat type is scattered throughout the project site within woodland openings or in areas that have been disturbed. The most expansive area of annual grassland within the project site is in the southwestern corner (Figure 4.5-4). Dominant plant snecies associated with this community. which were observed during nlant surveys. included softchess (Bromus hordeaceus), ripgut grass (Bromus diandrus), red brome (Bromus madritensis ssp. rubens), rattail grass (Vulpia sp.), sweet vernal grass (Anthoxanthum ordoratum), wild oat (Avena barbata), and big quaking grass (Briza maxima) (Vail, 1998). Common forb species observed included filaree (Erodium sp.), true clovers (Trifolium sp.), lupine (Lupinus sp.), and vetch (Vicia sp) (NSR, 1998). Special-Status Plant Species For the purposes of this evaluation, special-status plant species are vascular plants that are: (I) designated as rare, threatened, or endangered by the state or federal governments; or (2) are proposed for rare, threatened, or endangered status; and/or City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES (3) are state or federal candidate species; and/or (4) are listed as Species of Concern by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); and/or (5)are included on the California Native Plant Society(CNPS) List I A, I B, and 2 (Skinner and Pavlik, 1994). Based upon location and habitat parameters, a total of 12 special-status plant species were identified that could potentially occur within the vicinity of the project site(Table 4.5-I).There is one federally listed plant species and one species of special concern with potential to occur. They are slender Orcutt grass (Orcuttio tenuis) and silky cryptantha (Cryptantha crinita), respectively. Five special-status plant species have been observed within an approximately 0.75-mile to 5.0-mile radius of the project site. Those species are silky cryptantha (Cryptantha crinita),four-angled spikerush (Eleocharis quadrangulota), Red Bluff dwarf rush (Juncus leiospermus var.leiospermus),Henderson's bent grass(Agrostis hendersonii),and slender Orcutt grass(Orcuttia tenuis). Although it was not on the federal list of special-status plant species or within the California Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB), Bogg's Lake hedge-hyssop was included in the list of plant species with potential to occur in the project area. Of the special-status species with the potential to occur, only Red Bluff dwarf rush was observed at the project site. Red Bluff dwarf rush is a California Native Plant Society (CNPS) List I B species. It is not protected under the California Plant Protection Act,nor the California Endangered Species Act. Protection may be extended to the species at the discretion of the Lead Agency under the provisions of CEQA. Previous plant surveys have been conducted at the project site. On May 5 and June 22, 1991,wetland plant inventories were performed during the wetland delineation effort in the southern portion of the Viking Way project (Vail, 1991), which is in a part of the Redding Sports Complex Project. No special-status plant species were identified.In June of 1992,field surveys were conducted in association with the City of Redding Corporation Yard/Transfer Station project. A Red Bluff dwarf rush population was discovered within an area now associated with the southern portion of the project site. 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SPECIAL-STATUS PLANT SPECIES WITH POTENTIAL TO OCCUR WITHIN THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT AREA Common Name Status General Habitat Flowering (Scientific Name) FED/ST/CNPS Period Henderson's bent grass SC/-/3 Valley Foothill Grassland April-May (Agrostis hendersonii) Vernal Pools Northern clarkia SC/41 B Cismontane Woodland June (Clarkin borealis ssp. arida) Silky cryptantha SC/-/1 B Valley Foothill Grasslands April-May (Cryptantha crinita) Cismontane Woodland Riparian Forests/Woodlands Four-angled spike rush -/-/2 Marshes and Swamps July-September (Eleocharis quadrangulata) (Freshwater) Adobe lily SC/41 B Valley Foothill Grasslands February-April (Fritillaria pluriflora) Chaparral Cismontane Woodland Bogg's Lake hedge-hyssop -/E/I B Marshes and Lake Margins April-June (Gratiola heterosepala) Vernal Pools Red Bluff dwarf rush -/-/I B Chaparral March-May (Juncus leiospermus var. leiospermus) Cismontane Woodland Vernal Pools Bellinger's meadowfoam SC/-/I B Meadows April-June (Limnanthes floccosa ssp. bellingeriana) Cismontane Woodland Butte County meadowfoam E/E/l B Valley Foothill Grasslands March-May (Limnanthes floccosa ssp. californica) Vernal Pools Wooly meadowfoam -/-/2 Valley Foothill Grasslands March-June (Limnanthes floccosa ssp. Floccosa) Cismontane Woodland (vernally mesic) Slender Orcutt grass T/E/I B Vernal Pools May-July (Orcuttia tenuis) Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-8 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Common Name Status General Habitat Flowering (Scientific Name) FED/ST/CNPS Period Ahart's paronychia SC/41 B Valley Foothill Grasslands April-June (Paronychia ahartii) Cismontane Woodland Vernal Pools FED= Federal ST=State CNPS= California Native Plant Society Federal&State Codes: E=Endangered;T=Threatened; R = Rare;SC= Species of Concern CNPS Codes: List I B= Rare,Threatened or Endangered in California and elsewhere List 2 = Rare,Threatened or Endangered in California but common elsewhere List 3 = Plants about which more information is needed Source:North State Resources During plant surveys conducted in the year 2000. a total of 70 plant species were identified within the project site(see Appendix Cl. Overall plant diversity was relatively low due primarily to the type of habitat, level of previous ground disturbance, and the amount of urban development in the vicinity. Only one special-status plant species was observed - Red Bluff dwarf rush (uncus Ieiospermus var. leiospermus). Scattered individuals were observed within seven separate populations, located in the southern part of the project site, north of Tarmac Road (Figure 4.5-4). • Population #1 - approximately 12 to 24 scattered individuals • Population #2 - approximately 12 scattered individuals • Population #3 - approximately 12 scattered individuals • Population #4 - approximately 6 to 12 scattered individuals • Population #5 - approximately 6 to 12 scattered individuals • Population #6 - approximately 6 scattered individuals • Population #7 - approximately 6 scattered individuals City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES WILDLIFE Habitat Types Table 4.5-2 includes a crosswalk of each wildlife habitat type, as defined in A Guide to Wildlife Habitats of California(Mayer and Laudenslayer, 1988),and corresponding plant community observed within the project site. The table also includes a list of non-status wildlife species common to each wildlife habitat type. Special-Status Wildlife Species For the purposes of this evaluation, special-status wildlife species include taxa that are: (I) designated as threatened or endangered by the state or federal governments (i.e., "listed species"); or (2) are proposed or petitioned for federal threatened or endangered status; and/or (3) are state or federal candidates for threatened or endangered status; and/or (4) are identified by the USFWS as Species of Concern; and/or (5) are identified by the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG) as Species of Special Concern. Based upon a review of the special-status species listed provided by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS),there were 24 federal special-status wildlife species initially considered for analysis in the project site. Of these, 15 were determined to be unlikely to occur to in the project site, either because the species is known not to occur in the vicinity based on current distribution ranges, or the habitat preferentially selected by the species is not present within the project site (Zeiner and Laudenslayer, I 988a; Zeiner and Laudenslayer, 1988b). The nine remaining federal special-status wildlife species that were addressed in further detail in the analysis include the following: • California linderiella (Linderiella occidentalis) • Vernal pool fairy shrimp (Branchinecta lynchi) • Vernal pool tadpole shrimp (Lepidurus packardi) • Western spadefoot (Scaphiopus hammondii) • Ferruginous hawk (Buteo regalis) • Western burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia hypugea) • Pale Townsend's big-eared bat (Corynorhinus townsendii pollescens) • Small-footed myotis bat (Myotis ciliolabrum) • Yuma myotis bat (Myotis yumanensis) Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-I 0 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES TABLE 4.5-2. WILDLIFE HABITATS AND ASSOCIATED NON-STATUS SPECIES IN THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT AREA Habitat Type Corresponding Plant Associated Wildlife Species Community Annual Grassland Annual Grassland Western toad (Bufo boreas) (Seasonal Wetland and Pacific chorus frog (Pseudacris regilla) Vernal Pool Inclusions) Yellow-bellied racer (Coluber constrictor) American kestrel (Falco sparverius) Savannah sparrow(Passerculus sandwichensis) California vole (Microtus californicus) Deer mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus) Botta's pocket gopher (Thomomys bottae) Blue Oak Woodland Blue Oak Woodland Western skink(Eumeces skiltonianus) Western fence lizard (Sceloporus occidentalis) Western scrub jay (Aphelocoma coerulescens) Great horned owl (Bubo virginianus) Red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) Acorn woodpecker (Melanerpes formicivorus) Western blue bird (Sialia mexicana) Black-tailed deer (Odocoileus hemionous) Gray fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus) Source:North State Resources There are no records of special-status wildlife observations in the project site, but there are records for the following species within the vicinity: bank swallow,vernal pool fairy shrimp,California linderiella,vernal pool tadpole shrimp, and valley elderberry longhorn beetle. In addition to these species, seven special-status species were considered for analysis based on known regional occurrence: • Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) • White-tailed kite (Elanus leucurus) • Sharp-shinned hawk (Accipiter striatus) • Cooper's hawk (Accipiter cooperi) • Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) • Yellow warbler (Dendroica petechia) • Yellow-breasted chat (lcteria virens) City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-I I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Because there is no suitable habitat within the project site for osprey, yellow warbler, and yellow-breasted chat, these three species were not given further consideration in this document. Table 4.5-3 presents a comprehensive list of the special status species with potential to occur in the project area. Special status designation and general habitat requirements for each species are provided in the table. Conclusions presented in this table are based on the knowledge of local professional biologists and historic survey information. TABLE 4.5-3 SPECIAL-STATUS WILDLIFE SPECIES WITH POTENTIAL TO OCCUR WITHIN THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT AREA Common Name Status General Habitat Comments (Scientific Name) FED/ST Invertibrates Vernal pool fairy shrimp T/- Vernal pools and seasonal The seasonal wetlands/vernal (Branchinecta lynchi) wetlands. pools within the project area are potentially suitable habitat,but this species has not been detected during protocol or non-protocol surveys at the project site. Vernal pool tadpole shrimp E/- Vernal pools and seasonal The seasonal wetlands/vernal (Lepidurus packardi) wetlands(typically deeper). pools within the project area are potentially suitable habitat,but this species has not been detected during protocol or non-protocol surveys at the project site. California linderiella SC/SC Vernal pools and seasonal The seasonal wetlands/vernal (Linderiello occidentalis) wetlands. pools within the project area are potentially suitable habitat,but this species has not been detected during protocol or non-protocol surveys at the project site. The species has been observed on an adjacent parcel. Amphibians Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-12 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Common Name Status General Habitat Comments (Scientific Name) FED/ST Western spadefoot SC/SC Inhabits grasslands, The project site provides suitable (Scaphiopus hammondi) breeding in vernal pools habitat, but no species was and seasonal wetlands. detected during the vernal pool branchiopod surveys that were conducted at the project site. Birds Cooper's hawk -/SC Nests in riparian areas and The project area provides suitable (Accipiter cooperi) mixed woodlands; forages foraging habitat for this species, at woodland edges. The but the absence of riparian areas project area is primarily and mixed woodland habitat does winter range for this not support nesting habitat. species. Presence has not been documented. Sharp-shinned hawk -/SC Nests in riparian areas and The project area provides suitable (Accipiter striatus) mixed woodlands; forages foraging habitat for this species, at woodland edges. The but the absence of riparian areas project area is primarily and mixed woodland habitat does winter range for this not support nesting habitat. species. Presence has not been documented. Golden eagle -/SC Nests on cliffs and in tall The project area provides (Aquila chrysaetos) trees on hillsides; forages potentially suitable foraging over open grasslands. habitat. The project area is Central Valley is winter winter range only, so nesting range. would not be expected. Presence has not been documented. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-13 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Common Name Status General Habitat Comments (Scientific Name) FED/ST Western burrowing owl SC/SC Found in open, dry annual Suitable foraging habitat exists (Athene cunicularia hypugea) or perennial grasslands, throughout the project area, but deserts and scrublands with no nesting burrows were low-growing vegetation. observed at the project site. Subterranean nester dependent upon burrowing mammals, particularly California ground squirrel. Central Valley is summer and winter range. Ferruginous hawk SC/SC Uncommon winter resident The project area provides (Buteo regalis) and migrant in low- potentially suitable foraging elevation open grasslands in habitat. The project area is the Central Valley. winter range only, so nesting would not be expected. Presence has not been documented. White-tailed kite -/CFP Nests in shrubs and trees The project area is within the (Elanus leucurus) adjacent to grasslands; summer and winter range of this forages in grasslands and species. Potentially suitable agricultural lands. Central foraging and nesting habitat exists Valley is summer and throughout the project site. winter range. Presence has not been documented. Mammals Pale Townsend's big-eared bat SC/SC Mesic habitats. Roosts in The project area may support (Corynorhinus townsendii caves, mines, tunnels and potential foraging habitat, but pallescens) buildings. there is no suitable roosting habitat. Small-footed myotis bat SC/SC Forages in arid upland The project area supports (Myotis ciliolabrum) grasslands,open woodlands potentially suitable roosting and and over water. Roosts in foraging habitat. Presnec has not caves, mines, buildings, been documented. bridges, rock crevices and under tree bark. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-14 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Common Name Status General Habitat Comments (Scientific Name) FED/ST Yuma myotis bat SC/SC Forages over water such as The project area supports (Myotic yumanensis) ponds,streams,stock tanks potentially suitable foraging in open woodlands. Roosts habitat. There is no suitable in buildings, caves, mines, roosting habitat. abandoned swallow nests, bridges and rock crevices. Year-long resident of the Central Valley. Status Codes: E= Endangered;T = Threatened; SC = Species of Concern; CFP= California Full Protected species Source:North State Resources Suitable habitat for vernal pool fairy shrimp, vernal pool tadpole shrimp, and California linderiella exists at the project site. In June 1993,a non-protocol wet season aquatic invertebrate survey was conducted at the Viking Way project site,which is located directly west of the project site (NSR, 1993). One vernal pool and one semi-permanent pond located on this parcel were sampled. California linderiella fairy shrimp were found in the semi-permanent pond. No other special-status species were detected. More recently, a protocol survey was conducted that included both a wet and a dry season survey. The wet season survey was initiated in December 1997 and completed in June 1998. The dry season survey was performed in September 1998. No special-status vernal pool branchiopods (i.e., vernal pool fairy shrimp, vernal pool tadpole shrimp, California linderiella) were detected during these surveys. A more detailed description of these surveys, including the protocol followed, is available in the Methodology portion of this section. Although suitable habitat(i.e., vernal pools) is present within the project site, no western spadefoot adults, tadpoles, or egg masses were detected during the 1997-1998 vernal pool branchiopod surveys. During the course of recent field work conducted by North State Resources in the project site, no special-status wildlife species have been observed. No small mammal burrows, an essential habitat element for western burrowing owl, were observed at the project site. FISHERIES Aquatic Systems The hydrologic features (i.e., three intermittent creeks) within the project site are relatively narrow and shallow intermittent systems, all of which are dry during the late spring through fall months. As a result, there is no federal special-status fish habitat within the project site. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-15 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Special-Status Fish Species Special-status fish species are defined similarly as special-status wildlife species. Per the USFWS species list, there are six listed and candidate species,one critical habitat,and three species of concern that could occur in the proiect area. In addition.critical habitat for the Central Valley spring-run chinook is proposed. There are no records of special-status fish observations in the oroiect area.but there are records for the following species within the Enterbrise auadrangle: Central Valley spring-run chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) and winter-run chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha). Due to the absence of fish habitat at the project site, none of the species or critical habitat was given further consideration in the analysis. JURISDICTIONAL WETLANDS As described earlier, five wetland habitat types were identified in the project area (see Figure 4.5-I). In 1991, a delineation of jurisdictional waters of the United States, including wetlands, was conducted within the Viking Road project area, which included the current sites of the Transfer Station and the City Corporation Yard. The southern portion of this area was ultimately excluded from the Viking Road project area, and subsequently added to the Redding Sports Complex project area. In 1998, another delineation of jurisdictional waters of the U.S. was conducted within the additional oroiect parcels located in the northeastern. central. and western portions of the oroiect site. The ACOE made a determination in the field that the constructed intermittent pool.one of the wetland habitat types identified on the site. was not a iurisdictional feature. A total of 2.89 acres of iurisdictional wetland features were identified within the project area. This total acreage is comprised of the following: Wetlands • Vernal Swale—0.05 acre • Vernal Pool — 1.55 acres • Seasonal Wetland—0.77 acre Other Waters of the U.S. • Intermittent Creek- 0.52 acre Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-16 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES 4.5.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FEDERAL ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT Federally listed species are fully protected under the mandates of the federal Endangered Species Act (FESA). "Take" of listed species incidental to otherwise lawful activity may be authorized by either the USFWS or the National Marine Fisheries Service(NMFS),depending upon the species. Since the proposed project likely will require the issuance of Section 404/Section 10 permits by the ACOE,formal consultation pursuant to Section 7 of the FESA may be necessary between ACOE and NMFS(and/or USFWS) if potential impacts to a federally listed species are identified. At this time, it is anticipated that the project site does not support a federally-listed species based on the negative findings from the focused plant surveys and protocol-level vernal pool branchiopod surveys. SECTION 404, CLEAN WATER ACT Permits under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, as amended, are required for the placement of dredge or fill materials into all waters of the United States, including wetlands and "other waters." Section 404 authorizes ACOE to issue permits for the discharge of dredged or fill materials into the waters of the U.S. Projects are permitted under either individual or general (e.g., nationwide) permits. Specific applicability of permit type is determined by the ACOE on a case-by-case basis. North State Resources conducted delineations of jurisdictional wetlands within the project area in 1991 and 1998. A request for verification of the 1991 delineation was submitted to ACOE in December 1991, and a 2-year verification was received in July 1992(Reference#9200618). In August 1994,the ACOE responded to a request for an extension of the verification. A 5-year extension was granted, which expired in August 1999. Request for verification of the 1998 delineation (i.e., east and western portion of project site) was submitted initially in Ianuary 1999. The ACOE renuested a delineation boundary modification of the East Parcel. This revision was made and a request for verification was resubmitted on March 2, 1999. On March 9, 1999, the ACOE granted a 5-year verification (Reference #1 99900012). During the most recent discussions with the ACOE,a request was made that a comprehensive wetlands map of the entire 104-acre project site be prepared and submitted with the request for reverification of the portion that expired in August 1999. It is anticipated that more than 0.5 acre of iurisdictional wetlands will be filled as a result of this project. Consequently, the project would need to be authorized under an Individual Permit. An Individual Permit would require separate compliance under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental review process and an associated analysis of practicable alternatives per Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-17 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES SECTIONS 1600-1607, CALIFORNIA FISH AND GAME CODE Any entity proposing an activity that will substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow or substantially change the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake designated by the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG),must receive a discretionary Stream Alteration Agreement permit from the CDFG. As a general rule, this requirement applies to any work undertaken within the 100-year floodplain of a stream or river containing fish or wildlife resources. Construction activities within the channels of the intermittent creeks identified within the project site may be subject to the jurisdiction of the CDFG under Fish and Game Code Section 1601. For this project, permits would be issued from the CDFG Region I office. CALIFORNIA ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT Under the California Endangered Species Act(CESA), CDFG has the responsibility for maintaining a list of threatened species and endangered species. The CDFG also maintains a list of"candidate species" which are species that the CDFG formally noticed as being under review for addition to the list of endangered or threatened species. Lists of"species of special concern,"which serve as "watch lists," are also maintained. State-listed species are fully protected under the mandates of the CESA. "Take" of protected species incidental to otherwise lawful management activities may be authorized under Section 208 I of the Fish and Game Code of California. Pursuant to the requirements of the CESA, an agency reviewing a proposed project within its jurisdiction must determine whether any state-listed endangered or threatened species may be present in the project area and determine whether the proposed project will have a potentially significant impact on such species. In addition, the CDFG encourages informal consultation on any proposed project which may impact a candidate species. Project-related impacts to species on the CESA endangered or threatened list would be considered significant and would require avoidance. No impacts to a state-listed species are anticipated to occur as a result of this project. NATIVE PLANT PROTECTION ACT The Native Plant Protection Act(California Fish and Game Code Sections 1900-1913) prohibits the taking, possessing, or sale within the state of any rare, threatened, or endangered plants as defined by the CDFG. This approach would apply to any plants with a state designation of rare,threatened,or endangered. Project impacts on these species would not be considered significant unless the species are known to have a high potential to occur within the area of disturbance associated with construction of the project. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-18 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES REGULATIONS AFFECTING BIRDS OF PREY Under Section 3503.5 of the California Fish and Game Code it is unlawful to take, possess, or destroy any birds in the orders of Falconiformes or Strigiformes (birds of prey) or to take, possess,or destroy the nest or eggs of any such bird expect as otherwise provided by this code or any regulation adopted pursuant thereto. CALIFORNIA HARDWOOD POLICIES In 1994,the California Fish and Game Commission developed policies to regulate the removal of hardwood trees on state and private lands. These policies are designed to address oak hardwood harvesting and to protect hardwood-dependent wildlife and water quality in hardwood forest areas. The minimum land unit subject to the policies is 10 acres. As stated in the California Fish and Game Commission hardwood policies subsection entitled Incentive and Options for Developers, if hardwoods are the only resource concern, or if other resource concerns have minimum protection as described in the document, and the protective measure(s) is/are incorporated into the project by the lead agency, the Department will not review or comment on the project. The intent of the recommendations is to manage for properly functioning hardwood stands within the context of the larger landscape. This includes an assessment of adjacent stands to determine cumulative losses that could ultimately cause a loss of the ecological system. The average canopy cover is to be calculated in 40-acre units, or the affected area. The relative frequency of hardwoods should remain unchanged in a mixed hardwood stand. Where a formal management plan for rare,threatened or sensitive species has been adopted by the California Fish and Game Commission or the USFWS, the hardwood retention guidelines in the plan would apply. Canopy cover reductions should be calculated as a percent reduction over an extended period of time (at least 15 years). Retained hardwoods should demonstrate a mix of age and size classes, and a mix of snags and down material to provide for habitat diversity proportionate to natural occurrence. If the existing percent cover is below the specifically recommended minimum, no cutting should be permitted. Planting is not required but may be recommended in critical areas. Section IV,entitled Protective Measures and Options,outlines six General Recommendations and two Specific Recommendations for Blue Oak Woodland habitat. The Specific Recommendations for Blue Oak Woodlands are to retain a minimum 40 percent canopy cover per 40 acres and, where present, maintain at least one blue oak snag per five acres. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-19 Draft Environmental impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD The California Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Central Valley Region, is responsible for enforcing water quality criteria and protecting water resources in the project area. The RWQCB is responsible for controlling discharges to surface waters of the state by issuing waste discharge requirements (WDRs), or commonly by issuing conditional waivers to WDRs. A request for water quality certification (including WDRs) by the RWQCB and a Notice of Intent application for a General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction Activities will be prepared and submitted following completion of the CEQA environmental document and submittal of the pre-construction notification (PCN) letter to the ACOE. TREE PRESERVATION ORDINANCE The City of Redding adopted a Tree Preservation Ordinance (#1977) on December 17, 1991. This ordinance encourages the preservation of oak trees with a diameter at breast height(dbh)greater than six inches. A more detailed description of this ordinance is provided in Section 4.2, Land Use. The City plans to preserve as many oak trees within the project area as feasible. CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN The City's General Plan contains the following goals and policies concerning biological resources that pertain to this project: Goal NR5. Preserve and protect the significant habitats, plants, and wildlife that exist in the Planning Area. Policy NRSA.. Minimize the disruption of sensitive habitat caused by new development by encouraging innovative design and site planning and establishing performance standards for habitat protection. Goal NR6. Protect "special status" plant and animal species; preserve and protect creek corridors, riparian areas, vernal pools and wetlands. Policy NR6A. Preserve watercourses,vernal pools, riparian habitat and wetlands in their natural state unless preservation is determined to be infeasible. Fully mitigate unavoidable adverse impacts such as wetland filling or disturbance. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-20 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Policy NR6E. Strive to conserve all "special status species" within the Planning Area. Ensure implementation of statutory protection for these species. Policy NR6F. Support public and private efforts to establish habitat mitigation banks, habitat conservation plans, conservation easements, and other mechanisms that serve to protect sensitive habitats and species. Policy NR6G. Ensure implementation of policies and regulations for protection of those wildlife species having statutory protection under local, State and/or Federal laws. Goal NR7. Recognize the aesthetic and biological values of oak woodlands and other natural vegetation. Goal NR8. Recognize and protect habitat linkages and migratory corridors. 4.5.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA Significance criteria used to analyze the potential impacts of the project on biological resources include factual and scientific information, and regulatory standards of county, state, and federal agencies, including the CEQA Guidelines. The project may have significant impacts on biological resources if it does any of the following: I) Substantially affects a federal or state listed plant, fish or wildlife species, or designated critical habitat for these species. 2) Results in the loss of jurisdictional wetland habitat, or has a substantial adverse effect on other sensitive natural communities. 3) Substantially blocks or disrupts major terrestrial wildlife migration or travel corridors. 4) Results in temporary impacts to habitat of federal or state listed species, resulting in lowered reproductive success. 5) Results in a potential conflict with adopted local policies designed to protect biological resources. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-2 1 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES METHODOLOGY Investigations into occurrences of special-status plant and wildlife species, and sensitive plant communities/habitats within the project site were conducted by North State Resources using database searches, consultations with resource agency personnel, field surveys of floral and faunal resources, and environmental documents and technical studies prepared for the adjacent City Corporation Yard and Solid Waste Transfer Station sites. Literature Review I Informal Agency Consultation North State Resources reviewed the following documents for reference information: • USFWS list of Endangered and Threatened Species That May Occur in, or be Affected by Projects on the Enterprise quad (USFWS, 2000a). • List of State and Federally Listed Endangered, Threatened, and Rare Plants of California (CDFG, 2000a). • CDFG Special Plants List (CDFG, 2000c). • List of State and Federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Animals of California(CDFG,2000c). The USFWS species list is included in Appendix C of this document, along with the biological resources study for the proiect.The California Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB)was queried for records on the Enterprise quadrangle (CDFG, 2000d), which includes the project site. The CNDDB is a state-maintained database consisting of historic observations of special-status plant species,wildlife species, and special plant communities. The CNDDB is limited to reported sightings and is not a comprehensive list of floral and faunal species that may occur in a particular area. A print-out of the search results for the Enterprise quadrangle is included in Appendix C. Another database search was performed using the CNPS Electronic Inventory, which allows users to query the Inventory of Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of California (Skinner and Pavlik, 1994) using a set of search criteria. The result of the search is a list of special-status plants selected by the particular search criteria. Table 4.5-I lists the special-status plant species. The CDFG Wildlife-Habitat Relationships System Version 7.0 (WHR) was used to aid in determination of wildlife species that potentially occur within the existing habitats. WHR is a predictive system based on scientific information of wildlife species and their habitat relationships. Fish fauna and invertebrates are not included in the WHR system. The application of WHR is based on characterization of wildlife habitats and special habitat elements occurring within the study area. Vegetation within the study area was classified using the system developed for use with WHR (Mayer and Laudenslayer, 1988). Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-22 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Field Surveys The study area considered by North State Resources during the preparation of the biological resources study corresponds to the site plan boundaries noted on the Sports Complex Master Plan drawings prepared by JC Draggoo & Associates, Inc. dated February 22, 1999. In addition, the study assessed the proposed sewer line extension for potential biological resources. The sewer alignment considered in this report is the extension of an existing sewer line located at the City Corporation Yard, directly east of Abernathy Lane. The study area did not include the recently acquired Arbuckle parcel, located in the southwestern corner of the project site, nor did it include the City's detention/wetlands mitigation area. During the field surveys,the study area was reviewed to identify floral and faunal species of concern and/or potential habitat for these species. On September 6, 2000, North State Resources selected five locations, based on a review of aerial photographs, from which to sample blue oak canopy cover densities. The stands identified for sampling were selected to provide a representative cross section of canopy cover in the project site. Sampling was performed by calculating percent canopy cover from densiometer readings taken every 10 feet along two bisecting transects that were each 50-feet long. Ten readings were taken at each sampling site. The five readings along each of the two transects were averaged. The average percent canopy cover for each site was then calculated from these two averages. Percent canopy cover in the five sample areas ranged from I5-43 percent, with an average of 27 percent. Using the sample average, it was possible to calculate an estimate of the overall average canopy cover for the project site. The overall average was derived by dividing the approximate number of acres of blue oak woodland habitat (80 acres) by the total number of project acres (I 04 acres) and multiplying the result by the average canopy cover from the five samples (27 percent). Floristic inventories and special-status plant surveys were conducted at the project site on April 14, April 28, May 5, and June 2, 2000. Plant surveys were conducted according to the technical methods prescribed by Nelson(1994). Plant identification was performed using the unaided eye, hand lens,dissecting scope,and dichotomous key. Plants were named in accordance with the Jepson Manual taxonomic conventions (Hickman, 1993). All plant species encountered were identified to the genus or species level sufficient for determination if the plant could qualify as a special-status species. Wildlife observations were made with the unaided eye, with binoculars or spotting scope, and by identification of wildlife vocalizations. Survey methods for aquatic species (i.e., vernal pool branchiopods, western spadefoot) included direct observation while using dip-nets to capture organisms for identification, per the Interim Survey Guidelines to Permittees for Recovery Permits under Section l0(a)(l)(a) of the Endangered Species Act for the Listed Vernal Pool Branchiopods, April 19, 1996. The protocol survey for vernal pool branchiopods included both a wet and a dry season survey. The wet season survey was initiated in December 1997 and completed in June 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-23 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Eighteen pools were sampled in the southern portion of the project site under an existing take permit (Number PUT-798003). The dry season survey was performed in September 1998 under another existing take permit (Number PUT-795934). In the dry season survey, two hundred soil samples were collected from twenty pools in the same area that was surveyed during the wet season.. In April, May, and June of 1991, North State Resources conducted a delineation of jurisdictional waters of the United States, including wetlands, within the Viking Road project area,which included the current sites of the Transfer Station and the City Corporation Yard. The southern portion of this area was ultimately excluded from the Viking Road project area, and subsequently added to the Redding Sports Complex project area. On September 22, and October 6, 1998, North State Resources conducted a delineation of jurisdictional waters of the U.S. within the additional project parcels located in the northeastern, central, and western portions of the project area. Delineations of wetland features within the project site were performed in accordance with the methodology identified in the 1989 ACOE guidelines. Impact Assessment For the purposes of the study, impacts associated with Phase I of the Sports Complex project were discussed at a more specific,project-level detail. Since no detailed construction plan was available for Phase I at the time the study was prepared, a more conservative approach to quantifying impact acreages was made, comparing the ultimate site buildout plan with the project description contained in this document. Impacts associated with development of future project phases were described at a more general, programmatic level. PROJECT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.5.1 Construction activities associated with the project will result in the loss of oak trees subject to the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance. [LS] Potential impacts concerning oak trees are discussed under Impact 4.3.1 in Section 4.3,Aesthetics and Visual Resources. Because of the nature of the project, it is not feasible to preserve trees within the ball fields. Where possible,trees will be preserved on the periphery of the site, in and around passive recreation areas and within the parking lots. The need for the site to be graded to support the proposed use may further reduce the potential to preserve existing trees.Previous non-residential projects have replanted trees within and around parking areas to help offset removal of trees for construction. In some instances the City has required replacement on-site, or on similar lands, of trees removed as a result of construction. Development of this facility is not conducive to mass planting of trees because of the need for large open space areas. Planting of native oaks would be problematic due to the irrigation system needed to maintain the playing fields. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-24 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES As previously discussed in Section 4.3, impacts on oak trees on the project site are considered less than significant, since no special protection has been extended to oak trees in the area, and the City would preserve or replace trees in accordance with its Tree Preservation Ordinance. However,in order to ensure that the provisions of the Tree Preservation Ordinance are implemented during the grading activities associated with the project, the following mitigation measures are recommended. Mitigation Measures MM 4.5.I a Prior to construction of each project phase,the City shall identify the extent of grading and identify trees that are feasible to save within the project phase boundaries. These shall be clearly marked and preserved. Timing/Implementation: Prior to issuance of any grading permit or start of construction for each phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department-Planning Division. MM 4.5.I b Prior to construction of each phase,a landscape plan shall be developed indicating the type, location and size of trees planted in parking and landscaped areas. To the extent feasible the landscape irrigation system shall take into account the differing water needs of native and nonnative trees preserved on the site. Timing/Implementation: Prior to issuance of any grading permit or start of construction for each phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department-Planning Division. MM 4.5.I c All retained oak trees would be flagged prior to construction of each phase of the project to ensure preservation. These oak trees would be preserved and avoided by implementing the following: • Convene a preconstruction meeting at the project site with pertinent City staff and project contractors to discuss which trees are proposed for removal and preservation, highlighting any potentially sensitive areas. • No vehicles, construction equipment, mobile offices, or materials should be parked or located within the driplines of oaks that are to be preserved. Driplines of trees should be fenced to exclude vehicle and foot traffic. • No earthen fill greater than one foot deep should be placed within the driplines of oak trees to be preserved, or within five feet of their trunks. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-25 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities for each project phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. Implementation of the mitigation measures would that grading activities are consistent with the objectives of the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance. Impacts after mitigation would remain less than significant. MM 4.5.2 Construction activities associated with the project could impact nesting raptors. [PSM] Noise and visual disturbance associated with construction activities during Phase I and any future phases of construction occurring during the nesting season can disrupt nesting raptors that could lead to nest abandonment and nest failure. The nesting season occurs during the months from March through July. Raptors such as white-tailed kite, red-shouldered hawk,American kestrel,great horned owl, and barn owl are all known to occur locally in similar habitat. Although none of these species were observed nesting at the project site,there is potential for one or more these species to establish new nests at the site between now and the start of the first phase of construction. Even though the raptor species mentioned above are not afforded protection under the Endangered Species Act, it is considered unlawful to take, possess, or destroy the nest or eggs of any birds pursuant to Section 3503.5 of the Fish and Game Code of California, and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (I 6 U.S.0 703-711). As a result, any loss or disturbance to these nesting raptor species would be considered a potentially significant impact. Mitigation Measures MM 4.5.2a Within the project site,the City shall retain a qualified wildlife biologist to conduct a survey for nesting raptors prior to any construction activity. Active raptor nests located within 500 feet of construction activities shall be mapped. This measure shall be repeated for all phases of construction. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities for each project phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. MM 4.5.2b If active raptor nests are located in, or within 500 feet of, an active or scheduled construction activity area, then appropriate buffer zones shall be established in consultation with the CDFG. Construction activities shall be prohibited within this Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-26 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES buffer zone until the end of the raptor nesting season (late July to early August),or until the young have fledged. A qualified wildlife biologist shall monitor the nest to determine when the young have fledged and submit weekly reports to the CDFG throughout the nesting season. This measure shall be repeated for all phases of construction. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities for each project phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division., in coordination with California Department of Fish and Game. MM 4.5.2c If necessary, identified nest trees may only be removed prior to the onset of the nesting season (March),or after young have fledged (late July to early August). This measure shall be repeated for all phases of construction. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities for each project phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. Implementation of the mitigation measures would lead to the avoidance of any direct harm to raptors and their nests, and would avoid disruption of the breeding and nesting cycles. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.5.3 Construction activities associated with the project could result in the loss of jurisdictional wetlands. [SM] Delineations of potential jurisdictional wetlands and other waters of the U.S.within the project area were conducted, as described under the Jurisdictional Wetlands and Methodology headings of this section. The City is currently in the process of requesting a comprehensive reverification from the ACOE for the I 04- acre Redding Sports Complex project site. A total of 2.89 acres of potential jurisdictional wetland features were mapped within the project site, excluding the detention/wetlands mitigation area to the west. Acreages by type of wetland are given in the Jurisdictional Wetlands portion of this section. Construction activities are likely to permanently and temporarily affect jurisdictional wetland features. Development of portions of the project site will result in the fill of jurisdictional wetlands. Construction activities associated with Phase I of the proposed project would result in the loss of up to 0.96 acre of jurisdictional wetland features comprised of the following: seasonal wetland (0.44 acre) and intermittent creek (0.52 acre). Ultimate buildout could result in the additional direct loss of up to 0.22 acres of City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-27 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES jurisdictional wetland features in the form of vernal pools. Any loss of jurisdictional wetlands would be considered a significant impact. Mitigation Measures The project would most likely proceed under an individual permit pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Water quality certification from the Regional Water Quality Control Board would also be required pursuant to Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. In addition, CDFG has jurisdiction in streams pursuant to Section 1601 of the State Fish and Game Code, and construction in channel bottoms would require a Streambed Alteration Agreement between the City and the CDFG. Terms of these permits and agreements would likely include certain provisions. In addition, the following mitigation measures are recommended: MM 4.5.3a Permanent filling of jurisdictional wetlands associated with proposed construction of any phase of the project would require mitigation. Mitigation will ensure that no net-loss of wetlands, on an acreage basis, occurs. Between 2 to 3 acres of wetlands (depending upon the wetland type) would need to be created for each acre of lost wetland,depending upon the final recommendation made by the ACOE and CDFG. On-site mitigation is typically encouraged by these two resource agencies and would be implemented if feasible. A Wetlands Mitigation and Monitoring Plan would be prepared and provided to the ACOE and CDFG for review and approval. The Wetlands Mitigation and Monitoring Plan would identify the monitoring parameters and performance criteria for each parameter. Typical performance criteria may include: • The target number of hydrophytic plant species to be established in the mitigation area shall be the average number of obligate,facultative wetland, and facultative species that occur in adjacent reference wetlands. Reference wetlands will be identified in consultation with the Corps. • The percent cover of obligate, facultative wetland, and facultative species within the mitigation area shall not be less than 80 percent of the average percent cover occurring in the reference wetlands. • No visible erosion of topsoil shall occur within the wetland mitigation area. • Water depths, periods of inundation, and soil saturation in the mitigation area shall be similar to conditions occurring in the reference wetlands. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-28 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES If the performance criteria are not satisfied by the end of the fourth spring following construction of mitigation area, remediation measures shall be identified and implemented. The monitoring program would, at a minimum, consist of the filing of an annual report to both agencies for five years. The mitigation would be considered successful if criteria are met for three consecutive years. The City or their appointed agent would maintain the mitigation site in perpetuity. If on-site mitigation is not feasible, off-site mitigation would be accomplished by purchasing credits at an approved mitigation bank (i.e., CDFG's Hawes Ranch Mitigation Bank and/or Cottonwood Creek Mitigation Bank)at a minimum 3:I ratio for vernal pools/swales and minimum 2:I ratio for all other wetland types. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities for each project phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division, in coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the California Department of Fish and Game. MM 4.5.3b The following mitigation would be implemented at the project site during construction activities: • Conduct all trenching and construction activities across wetland features during the dry season - typically May through October. • Place sediment curtains upstream and downstream of the construction zone to prevent sediment disturbed during ground-disturbing activities from being transported and deposited outside of the construction zone. • Locate spoil sites such that they do not drain directly into wetland features,to the fullest extent possible. If a spoil site drains into a wetland feature, catch basins would be constructed to intercept sediment before it reaches the wetland feature. Spoil sites would be flattened and mulched to reduce the potential for erosion. • Store equipment and materials away from all wetland features. No contaminants or other debris would be deposited within 25 feet of the drainages and wetland areas. Timing/Implementation: During construction activities on project site. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-29 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Implementation of the mitigation measures would minimize the impacts of the project on wetlands by the creation of additional wetlands onsite or by preserving,restoring or creating wetlands at an offsite mitigation bank site. This would ensure a "no net loss" of wetlands in the region. Thus, while the project would require the fill of some wetlands, impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.5.4 Construction of the proposed project could block or disrupt a major wildlife migration or a travel corridor. [LS] The project site is not located within a known migratory corridor for a CDFG-designated deer herd. Additionally, there are no anadromous fisheries in the project area that could potentially be impacted by project construction. Although the site does support a small, resident deer herd, the project site has low potential to function as a significant travel corridor because it is bounded on all sides by barriers to long distance movement, such as roadways, industrial development and residences. With existing development on the north, east, and west sides of the project area, and Highway 44 to the south, contiguous, long distance wildlife movement is not feasible. Construction of the project would have a less than significant impact on regional wildlife movement through the area. Impact 4.5.5 During construction of the project, there would be a potential for construction workers to drive or park in undesignated areas which contain sensitive biological resources. [PSM] Although construction activities would be limited to the identified staging areas and access routes, construction workers could drive and/or park vehicles and construction equipment in undesignated areas. These undesignated areas have potential to support sensitive biological resources such as wetlands, oak woodland,and wildlife. Unauthorized vehicle access and parking within this area could result in the potential disturbance or loss of wetland habitat (i.e., vegetation degradation, soil compaction, and tire rutting) and potential loss of oak seedlings or young trees due to soil compaction and vehicle traffic. Prolonged driving and parking in the same area around the oak trees could result in the compaction of soil under the driplines, leading to oxygen deprivation in the root system, potentially resulting in tree mortality. Soil compaction could also lead to erosion problems. Such actions would conflict with the purposes of the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance. Therefore, this impact would be considered potentially significant for both Phase I and any future phases of construction. Mitigation Measures MM 4.5.5a For each phase of construction,the City shall include provisions in all construction contracts that prohibit construction employee driving and parking in undesignated areas. All staging areas and access routes would be clearly identified on the Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-30 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES construction drawings and flagged in the field. In the event that a staging area or access route needs to be located outside of the 104-acre project site, a qualified biologist would be retained by the City to select an alternate staging area or access route. If no sensitive biological resources are observed,then construction-related activities could proceed without further mitigation. In the event that sensitive biological resources are observed, the biologist would coordinate with the construction manager to identify an alternate location that is suitable for both construction and resource protection purposes. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities for each project phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department Implementation of the mitigation measure would eliminate potential impacts by having construction workers and equipment avoid sensitive biological resources. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.5.6 Construction and ongoing operations of the project could potentially impact Red Bluff dwarf rush. [LS] Red Bluff dwarf rush, a CNPS List I B plant species, is the only special-status plant that has been observed on the project site. Seven populations were discovered within the seasonal wetlands/vernal pool area, just north of Tarmac Road in the southwestern corner of the project site (see Figure 4.5-2). The populations are located within an area that the City is proposing to maintain as open space. The only construction activity proposed in the area is the development of a small, meandering trail system. The trail system may impact the Red Bluff dwarf rush by encouraging access to areas where the plants occur, increasing the risk of mortality from compaction and collection. Under Phase I of the project, this population of Red Bluff dwarf rush would be avoided entirely. At full buildout of the proposed project,when the trail system would be constructed, additional construction activity would occur in close proximity to the known population of Red Bluff dwarf rush. Since the species is not on a federal or state list for endangered species, the potential impacts are considered less than significant. However,in recognition of its status as a CNPS List I B species, the following mitigation measures are proposed for construction activity beyond Phase I. Mitigation Measures MM 4.5.6a The trail system shall be designed to avoid sensitive biological areas such as wetlands and known Red Bluff dwarf rush populations. Timing/Implementation: Prior to construction of trail system. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-3 I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. MM 4.5.6b Interpretive signing, which provides for public education regarding the sensitivity of the seasonal wetland/vernal pool areas and associated Red Bluff dwarf rush populations, shall be posted along that portion of the trail system which is located near the wetlands conservation area. Timing/Implementation: During construction of trail system. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. MM 4.5.6c Prior to the start of construction of each project phase, exclusionary fencing shall be erected around the known populations of Red Bluff dwarf rush. This fencing shall be periodically inspected throughout each period of construction and be repaired as necessary. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities for each project phase. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department. Implementation of the mitigation measures would ensure avoidance of construction activities within areas of the project site that contain Red Bluff dwarf rush populations. Impacts after mitigation would remain less than significant. Impact 4.5.7 Construction activities associated with the project could adversely affect special- status wildlife species. [LS] Vernal pools, swales, and seasonal wetlands located within the project site provide potentially suitable habitat for vernal pool fairy shrimp,vernal pool tadpole shrimp,California linderiella,and western spadefoot. As previously discussed under the special-status wildlife species discussion,a protocol-level survey for listed vernal pool branchiopods at the site was conducted in 1997/1998. No special-status vernal pool branchiopod species, including California linderiella,were observed during either the wet or the dry season sampling periods. In addition, no sign of western spadefoot was observed at the project site during the vernal pool branchiopod survey. Blue oak woodland and annual grassland habitats at the project site provide foraging habitat for white-tailed kite,sharp-shinned hawk, Cooper's hawk,ferruginous hawk,golden eagle and western burrowing owl. As noted in Table 4.5-3,the site only provides potential nesting habitat for white-tailed kite. Potential impacts Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-32 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES to nesting raptors were analyzed under Impact 4.5.2. No small mammal burrows, an essential habitat element for western burrowing owl, were observed at the project site. Blue oak woodland and annual grassland also provides foraging habitat for pale Townsend's big-eared bat, small-footed myotis and Yuma myotis. Loss of potential foraging habitat for these special-status species is considered to be less than significant, because of the relative abundance of blue oak woodland and annual grassland habitats in the project region and because the project would be an infill development located within a site that is currently surrounded by development and major roadways on all sides. Overall, impacts on special-status wildlife species would be less than significant. Impact 4.5.8 Construction of a detention basin to retain stormwater runoff at the project site could result in adverse effects to biological resources. [PSM] The City is currently considering two alternatives for stormwater detention for the project: I) utilization of existing detention basin area located directly west of the project site and south of the City's Solid Waste Transfer Station; 2) creation of a combined sunken ballfield/detention basin within the existing project development footprint. If the on-site sunken ballfield/detention basin alternative is chosen, and assuming it is located within the existing development footprint, no additional impacts to biological resources are anticipated beyond those discussed in this section, and no additional mitigation measures are required. Additional impacts to biological resources would occur if the existing detention basin/wetlands mitigation area alternative is selected. Under ACOE Permit #I99200618, dated February I 1, 1994, the City was required to construct 2.47 acres of seasonal wetlands as mitigation for wetlands impacts associated with the Solid Waste Transfer Station project. Following the recent completion of the five-year monitoring period, the mitigation site was considered to be a success as all performance criteria were met. As a condition of the permit, the City is required to maintain the mitigation site in perpetuity. Although no on-site grading or permanent fill of wetlands would occur at the wetlands mitigation area, increased stormwater runoff from the project could result in significant changes in water quality and on-site hydrological regime. These potential adverse effects could subsequently result in impacts to special-status plants species and special-status wildlife species, particularly listed vernal pool branchiopods. During a non- protocol aquatic invertebrate survey conducted in 1994 at the Solid Waste Transfer Station site, California linderiella,a federal species of concern,was observed. Since a protocol-level survey has not been conducted at this site, there is the potential for a federally-listed vernal pool branchiopod species to occur. Longer periods of inundation as a result of increased stormwater detention could also result in increased blue oak mortality due to root rot and oxygen deprivation. The loss of blue oak woodland would conflict with the purposes of the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance. Based on these factors, use of the existing detention Oty of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-33 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES basin/wetlands mitigation area as a detention basin for the project could have a potentially significant impact on biological resources. Mitigation Measures If the City decides to use the current detention basin/wetlands mitigation area located directly south of the Solid Waste Transfer Station as a detention area for the project, then the following mitigation measures would need to be implemented: Jurisdictional Wetlands MM 4.5.8a The City shall contact the ACOE to determine if the existing detention basin/wetlands mitigation area can be used as a detention basin for the Sports Complex project. If it is found to be feasible, a delineation of jurisdictional wetland features shall be conducted at the existing detention basin/wetlands mitigation site following the methodology identified in the 1989 ACOE guidelines. Following completion of the delineation,the ACOE shall be notified to request a field verification on the wetland delineation and to make a determination on the appropriate permit required, if any. If the ACOE determines that mitigation would be required, the City shall implement Mitigation Measure 4.5.3a. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities within detention basin/wetlands mitigation area. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. Special-Status Plant Species MM 4.5.8b The City shall retain a qualified botanist to conduct a pre-construction survey to determine if special-status plant species occur at the detention basin/wetlands mitigation area. Surveys would be conducted during the respective blooming periods for the plants identified in Table 4.5-I. If no special-status plant species are observed, no further mitigation is necessary. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities within detention basin/wetlands mitigation area. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. MM 4.5.8c If special-status plant species are observed during the survey, the CDFG and/or USFWS (depending upon listed status of observed plant species) shall be contacted to make a Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-34 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES determination if increased stormwater flows into the detention basin/wetlands mitigation area would have an adverse effect on an observed special-status plant species. If CDFG and/or USFWS determines that increased stormwater detention could have a significant adverse effect, the City shall coordinate with these agencies to determine the appropriate salvage and relocation measures. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities within detention basin/wetlands mitigation area. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division, in coordination with the California Department of Fish and Game and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Special-Status Wildlife Species MM 4.5.8d The City shall either: I) retain a qualified biologist to conduct pre-construction surveys for listed vernal pool branchiopods following the USFWS Interim Survey Guidelines to Permittees for Recovery Permits under Section IO(a)(I)(A) of the Endangered Species Act for Listed Vernal Pool Branchiopods (I 996) to determine presence/absence; or 2) assume presence. If a determination that listed vernal pool crustaceans are absent based upon protocol-level surveys, no further mitigation is required for these species. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities within detention basin/wetlands mitigation area. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Deportment- Planning Division. MM 4.5.8e If listed vernal pool branchiopods are present,or if presence is assumed, measures to avoid, minimize,or mitigate direct and indirect impacts to vernal pool fairy shrimp and vernal pool tadpole shrimp within 250 feet of the project corridor shall be incorporated into the project. Such mitigation measures shall include the following,based upon consultation with the USFWS: • Preservation Component. For every acre of habitat directly and indirectly affected, based on USFWS evaluation of site-specific conservation values, three acres of vernal pool habitat may be preserved on the project site or on another non-bank site as approved by the USFWS. • Creation Component. For every acre of habitat directly impacted, based on USFWS evaluation of site-specific conservation values,two acres of vernal pool habitat will City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-35 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES be created and monitored on the project site or on another non-bank site as approved by the USFWS. • On-site Mitigation Banking. Vernal pool habitat and associated upland habitat used as on-site mitigation will be protected from adverse impacts and managed in perpetuity. Timing/Implementation: Prior to start of construction activities within detention basin/wetlands mitigation area. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department- Planning Division. In addition,to mitigate for the potential loss of blue oaks, Mitigation Measures 4.5.I a to 4.5.1 c, which were described earlier in this section, shall be implemented. Implementation of the mitigation measures would reduce or eliminate potential impacts on special-status plant and wildlife species that may be found in the detention basin/wetland mitigation area. Also, the measures would reduce potential impacts on trees, mainly by avoiding them wherever possible. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.5.9 Construction activities associated with the proposed Redding Sports Complex project will result in the loss of blue oak woodland. [LS] Construction of the first phase of the proposed Redding Sports Complex project would require thinning/removal of up to 35 acres of blue oak woodland habitat. Ultimate build-out of the Sports Complex project would result in an additional loss of 30 acres of blue oak woodland, for an overall project site loss of 65 acres. According the City's General Plan,blue oak woodland is one of the most common habitat types in the project region, encompassing approximately 52 percent of the City's planning area is comprised of blue oak-foothill pine woodland. Based on the relative abundance of this habitat type within the City's planning area, blue oak woodland is not designated as a sensitive habitat by the City's General Plan EIR. Blue oak woodland within the project site is considered to have relatively low habitat value since the site is not contiguous to undeveloped areas. The project site is bounded on all sides by development(i.e., roadways, industrial development, residences) that would be barriers to long distance wildlife movement within the project area. With existing development already present on the north, east, and west sides of the project area,habitat fragmentation associated with the development of the proposed Sports Complex project would not occur. As a result, loss of oak woodland associated with the construction of the Redding Sports Complex would be a less than significant impact. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-36 November 2000 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES Implementation of Mitigation Measures 4.5.1 a to 4.5.1 c would compensate for the loss of trees resulting from the project. It should be noted this is tree replacement mitigation and not mitigation for loss of habitat. CDFG has no guidelines for oak woodland mitigation. However, the mitigation measures would encourage the planting of groves, which would replace lost habitat over time. REFERENCES LITERATURE CITED California Department of Fish and Game. State and Federally Listed Endangered, Threatened, and Rare Plants of California. State of California, The Resources Agency, Department of Fish and Game, Habitat Conservation Division. California Natural Diversity Database. Sacramento, Calif.,July 2000. California Department of Fish and Game. California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Database, Special Plants List. Sacramento, Calif.,July 2000. California Department of Fish and Game. Endangered and Threatened Animals of California. State of California,The Resources Agency,Department of Fish and Game,Habitat Conservation Division.California Natural Diversity Database. Sacramento, Calif.,July 2000. California Department of Fish and Game. California Natural Diversity Database. Version 2.I.2c. Sacramento, Calif., March 24, 2000. Hickman,J.C. (ed.). The Jepson Manual-Higher Plants of California. Berkeley, Calif.: University of California Press, 1993. Jennings, M. and M. Hayes. Amphibian and Reptile Species of Special Concern in California. Prepared for the California Department of Fish & Game, Inland Fisheries Division. Contract#8023, November I, 1994. Mayer K. E., William F. Laudenslayer Jr., Editors. A Guide to Wildlife Habitats of California. California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, 1998. North State Resources, Inc. "Technical Memorandum: Special Status Plant Field Survey for the Proposed City of Redding Viking Road Corporation Yard and Solid Waste Transfer Station, Redding, Calif." September 24, 1992. North State Resources, Inc. "Aquatic Invertebrate Survey for the Proposed Solid Waste Center Project on Viking Way, Redding, Calif." Draft Report, 1993. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.5-37 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES North State Resources, Inc. " Pre-Jurisdictional Delineation of Waters of the U.S. for the Proposed City of Redding Sportsplex Project; Shasta County, Calif." Redding, Calif., October 1998. Skinner, M.W.,and Paulick, B.M. (eds.). Inventory of Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of California(5 ed.). Sacramento, Calif: Griffin Printing Company, 1994. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. "Species List for the Redding Sports Complex Project, Redding, California. #1-I-00-SP-2414." Sacramento, Calif.,July 21, 2000. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Interim Survey Guidelines to Permittees for Recovery Permits under Section 10 (a) (1) (a) of the Endangered Species Act for the Listed Vernal Pool Branchiopods. April 19, 1996. Vail, Kirk. "Technical Memorandum: Pre-Jurisdictional Delineation for the Proposed City of Redding Viking Road Corporation Yard and Solid Waste Transfer Station, Redding, Calif." 1991. Zeiner, D.C., and W.F. Laudenslayer,Jr., and K.E. Mayer, and M. White (eds.). California's Wildlife, Volume 11, Birds. California Department of Fish and Game. Sacramento, Calif., 1990. Zeiner, D.C., and W.F. Laudenslayer,Jr., and K.E. Mayer, and M. White (eds.). California's Wildlife, Volume Ill, Mammals. California Department of Fish and Game. Sacramento, Calif., 1990. PERSONS CONTACTED Steve Burton, California Department of Fish & Game, Redding, Calif. Danielle Chi, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Sacramento, Calif. Will Ness, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District Office. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.5-38 November 2000 SECTION 4.6 CULTURAL RESOURCES 4.6 CULTURAL RESOURCES This section considers the effects of the proposed Redding Sports Complex on known archaeological and historic resources located within the project site. This analysis: I) defines the inventory of known archaeological and historic resources; 2) evaluates the significance of any resource with reference to significance criteria defined by CEQA and the Public Resources Code;and 3)discusses potential impacts on archaeological and historical resources and mitigation measures that may reduce those impacts to less-than- significant levels.The following discussion is based on the Archaeological Survey Report prepared by Coyote & Fox Enterprises in August, 2000. The archaeological report is contained in Appendix D of this EIR. 4.6.1 SETTING PREHISTORY The project area lies within the ethnographic territory of the Wintu,more specifically of the dawpom"front- ground" (Stillwater) group (DuBois 1935: Map 1). The Wintu were intensive hunters and gatherers who inhabited the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, as well as the mountainous areas to the north and west. One of the several Wintu villages in the vicinity of the project area(Sawalpanti)was near the Junction of Old Alturas Road and Old Oregon Trail and reportedly had 40 houses. HISTORIC TIMES The present-day road named Old Oregon Trail generally follows the historic route of the western branch of the California-Oregon Trail.This more desirable branch entered Shasta County at Cottonwood Creek, crossed the Sacramento River west of Cow Creek, followed Stillwater Creek to Bass Hill, and continued north through the Sacramento River canyon and around the west side of Mt. Shasta. This trail was used by Ewing Young in 1830 and by Hudson's Bay trappers beginning in 1832. In 1870,the California&Oregon Stage Company procured a government contract to carry mail on the road, and "the tide of public travel mounted causing outposts and settlements to spring up along the way" (Smith 1991:25). Loomis Corners, one of the communities along this route, lies north of the project parcel at the junction of Old Oregon Trail and Old Alturas Road. 4.6.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE Public Resources Code Section 21083.2 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 state that a lead agency shall determine whether the project may have a significant effect on a resource that is considered historically significant, which also includes archaeological sites. Generally, a resource shall be considered by the lead agency to be historically significant if the resource is listed in or determined to be eligible for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources (PRC 5024.1); or if the resource is included in a local register of historical resources [Public Resource Code 5020.1(k)]; or if the resource is identified as significant in an historical resource survey[Public Resources Code 5024.I(g)]. Public agencies must treat any such resource as significant unless the preponderance of evidence demonstrates that it is not historically or culturally significant. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.6-I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.6 CULTURAL RESOURCES Section 21083.2 of the Public Resources Code explicitly requires that the Lead Agency examine whether the project may have a significant adverse effect on"unique archaeological resources." Pursuant to Part(g) of that section, a unique archaeological resource is: "an archaeological artifact, object, or site, about which it can be clearly demonstrated that, without merely adding to the current body of knowledge, there is a high probability that it meets any of the following criteria: (I) contains information needed to answer important scientific research questions and there is a demonstrable public interest in that information. (2) Has a special and particular quality such as being the oldest of its type or the best available example of its type. (3) Is directly associated with a scientifically recognized important prehistoric or historic event or person. Pursuant to Section 21083.2(h), "a nonunique archaeological resource need be given no further consideration, other than the simple recording of its existence by the lead agency if it so elects." CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN (2000) GOALS AND POLICIES The Natural Resources Element of the General Plan contains the following goals and policies concerning cultural resources which are applicable to the project: Goal NR 12. Protect and enhance historical and culturally significant resources within the Planning Area. Policy NR 12A. Ensure protection of prehistoric, cultural, and archaeological resources during the development process. Policy NR I2D. The City shall not knowingly approve any pubic or private project that may adversely affect an archaeological site without first consulting the Archaeological Inventory, Northeast Information Center,conducting a site evaluation as may be indicated,and attempting to mitigate any adverse impacts according to the recommendations of a qualified archaeologist..." 4.6.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines indicates that a project may have significant impacts on cultural resources if it does any of the following: I) Causes a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource as defined in CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft EIR 4.6-2 November 2000 4.6 CULTURAL RESOURCES 2) Causes a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5. 3) Directly or indirectly destroys a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic feature. 4) Disturbs any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries. CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5 provides guidance in determining the significance of impacts on historical and unique archaeological resources. A lead agency is required to identify potentially feasible measures to mitigate significant adverse changes in the significance of an historical resource. "Substantial adverse change" includes demolition, destruction, relocation or alteration of an historical resource or its immediate surroundings such that the significance of the resource would be materially impaired. A historical resource is considered significant if meets one of the following criteria: • The resource is listed in, or determined to be eligible for listing in, the California Register of Historical Resources. • The resource is included in a local register of historical resources or identified as significant in an historical resource survey. • The resource is determined by a lead agency to be historically significant, provided the determination is supported by substantial evidence. Generally, a resource shall be considered by the lead agency to be historically significant if it meets the criteria for listing on the California Register of Historical Resources. Public Resources Code Section 21083.2, part of CEQA,governs the treatment of archaeological resources. This section allows a lead agency to require reasonable efforts to be made to permit any or all of a unique archaeological resource to be preserved in place or left in an undisturbed state. To the extent that such a resource is not preserved in place or not left in an undisturbed state,mitigation measures shall be required as provided in Section 21083.2. METHODOLOGY To obtain information concerning previously identified sites or other historic properties located within or adjacent to the study area, members of the local Native American community (Wintu tribe), the Shasta Historical Society, the Northeast Center of the California Historical Resources Information System at California State University, Chico were consulted. The records review at the Northeast Information Center involved a review of official maps and records for archaeological sites in Shasta County and a review of various historical documents. Records indicated that the project area had not been previously surveyed for cultural resources, and no archaeological sites had been previously recorded within the project area; however, eight archaeological survey projects have been conducted within a one-mile radius of the project area. A pedestrian survey was conducted over the entire project area in transects spaced at approximately 27 yard intervals. No archaeological sites were encountered during the survey, and only one isolated artifact was noted. This historic item is a grey enamelware pan approximately 10"diameter and 4" deep. It is very City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.6-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.6 CULTURAL RESOURCES deteriorated and was an isolated find. The archaeological report has concluded that this artifact has no significance. Also noted during the survey, although not historic (i.e. 45 years old), was the remains of a residence in the southwest corner of the parcel. No structure remains or artifacts were noted, but the house pad, driveway, and numerous domestic landscape plants were evident. PROJECT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.6.I Implementation of the proposed project has the potential to uncover unknown archaeological resources. This is considered a potentially significant impact to cultural resources. [PSM] Although no evidence of archaeological resources was found during the field survey of the site, implementation of the proposed project has the potential to uncover unknown archaeological resources. Therefore, this impact is potentially significant. Mitigation Measure MM 4.6.1 If any archaeological resources (human skeletal remains, culturally modified lithic materials,structural features, or historic artifacts) are encountered during ground disturbing activities, all such activities shall be halted within a 55 yard radius of the discovery,and a qualified archaeologist shall be contacted to determine the nature of the find, evaluate its significance, and, if necessary, suggest preservation or mitigation measures. Implementation of the above mitigation measure would avoid any significant damage to an historic or archaeological resource until it can be assessed for its value. If the site has the potential to yield valuable information,compliance with the recommendations of the archaeologist would preserve the site for further study. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.6.2 Because of the lack of cultural resources found on the project site, the project would have little cumulative effect on cultural resources in the area. [LS] Field reconnaissance and archival research conducted for the site did not identify any significant historic or cultural resources on the property. Mitigation measures have been identified to avoid destruction or disturbance of undiscovered resources should any be uncovered during site construction. For this reason, cumulative project development which occurs at other project locations will not result in a combined effect that is greater than the individual projects alone. Therefore, the cumulative impacts of the project upon historic or cultural resources is considered less than significant. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft EIR 4.6-4 November 2000 4.6 CULTURAL RESOURCES REFERENCES City of Redding, Public Hearing Draft General Plan - Natural Resources Element, March 27, 2000. City of Redding, Public Hearing Draft General Plan Environmental Impact Report, April I 9, 2000. Vaughan, Trudy. Archaeological Survey Report for the Proposed City of Redding Sports Complex, August 2000. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.6-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report SECTION 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS This section evaluates the potential impacts of the project as they relate to geology and soils. Issues that are discussed in this section include soil characteristics, erosion potential, mineral resources, and seismic and geologic hazards. The analysis is based upon a review of pertinent documents. 4.7.1 SETTING LOCAL GEOLOGY AND SOILS The project site contains two fairly distinct topographies. The southern portion of the project site is relatively level, while the northern portion contains gently rolling terrain with some slopes of up to 4 percent. Elevations on the site do not vary greatly, ranging from less than 570 feet to over 610 feet above mean sea level. The higher elevations are in the northern portion of the site. The underlying geology of the project site is of recent origin in geologic time. The Geology Map of California, Redding Sheet indicates that the project site is underlain by Pleistocene nonmarine sedimentary rocks, deposited between 1.6 million years ago and 10,000 years ago. More recent alluvial deposits are generally found along streams in the Redding area. The project site contains three soil types (Figure 4.7-1). One is the Red Bluff loam, 0-3 percent slopes. The Red Bluff soils generally are well drained to moderately well drained soils that have formed in gravelly old alluvium from mixed sources. In a representative profile,the soil has a brown,strongly acid loam surface layer about 6 inches thick. From 6 to 28 inches, the soil is a yellowish-red clay loam that is strongly to very strongly acid. From 28 to 57 inches,the soil is red, strongly acid heavy clay loam and light clay. Beyond 57 inches,a light brown,medium acid clay loam extends to a depth of more than 60 inches. The Red Bluff loam on the project site is well drained and has moderately slow permeability. Runoff is very slow, and the erosion hazard is none to slight. The shrink-swell potential of the layer from 0 to 28 inches is low, but the potential is moderate for the layer 28-57 inches below the surface. The Red Bluff loam is found mainly in the southern portion of the project site (U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1974). The second soil type is the Redding gravelly loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes. The Redding soils consist of well drained soils that contain a hardpan, and are underlain by old mixed alluvium. In a representative profile, the surface layer is a strong brown,strongly acid gravelly loam about 5 inches thick. Below the surface layer, the soil is a mixed, reddish brown and red, strongly acid clay that extends to a depth of 13 inches. Underneath this layer is a very gravelly hardpan about 15 inches thick. Stratified mixed alluvial material is below the hardpan. The Redding gravelly loam on the project site has very slow permeability. Runoff is slow to medium, and the erosion hazard is slight to moderate. The shrink-swell potential ranges from low at the surface layer to moderate at the clay layer below. The Redding gravelly loam is found generally in the northern and eastern portions of the site (U.S. Department of Agriculture, I974). 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' • ''..InIkt. : 1.4‘; 1 (11 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS The third soil type is the Redding-Red Bluff gravelly foams, 0 to 3 percent slopes. The profile is similar to that of soils in the Redding series. The Redding-Red Bluff foams have very slow permeability. Runoff is very slow, and the erosion hazard is none to slight. The shrink-swell potential ranges from low to moderate, depending upon the soil depth. The Redding gravelly loam is found generally in the southwestern portion of the site (U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1974). In 1997, the California Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology, prepared a report on the classification of mineral lands in Shasta County. The report designated Mineral Resource Zones for areas containing deposits of alluvial sand and gravel, crushed stone, volcanic cinders, limestone and diatomite. No Mineral Resource Zones were designated on the project site for these materials. No deposits for other minerals are known to exist on the project site. GEOLOGIC HAZARDS Seismicity The Draft Redding General Plan Background Report states that moderate levels of earthquake activity characterize the region around Redding. Generally,these earthquakes are of a Richter magnitude of 3.0 or less and are not felt by most people. Since 1881, twenty earthquakes with an approximate magnitude of 5.0 or greater have occurred within the Redding region. The most strongly felt earthquakes until recently were a 4.5 earthquake in 1904 centered approximately 6 miles south of the City, and the 1940 5.7 Chico earthquake centered approximately 60 miles south (City of Redding, I998). On November 26, 1998, an earthquake of magnitude 5.2 occurred on an unnamed fault three to five miles northwest of Redding. The tremors of this earthquake were felt from Yreka to Corning. Broken glass and dishes occurred as a result, but there was no major structural damage or injuries. An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 had occurred in the same area on July 21 of the same year (Hopfinger et al., 1998). The Fault Activity Map of California,prepared by the State Division of Mines and Geology, indicates that there are no faults within the project site or within the Redding city limits. Several faults are located northwest of the City, but these faults have been inactive,according to the map. The nearest fault to the City that has shown evidence of activity is the Battle Creek Fault, approximately 15 miles southeast of the City along Battle Creek. The fault has apparently been active within the last 700,000 years, though not within more recent geologic times. The nearest faults with activity occurring within the last 10,000 years are the faults in the Hat Creek Fault Zone, in eastern Shasta County approximately 52 miles northeast of the City. It must be noted that the Fault Activity Map was published in 1994. Thus,the map does not designate as active the fault on which the 1998 earthquakes occurred. The severity of an earthquake can be measured both in terms of its magnitude and its effects. The magnitude of an earthquake is measured by the Richter scale, a logarithmic scale ranging from 0.I to 9.0, with 9.0 being the strongest. The Richter magnitude is the figure commonly reported in news stories about City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.7-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS earthquakes. Another scale used to measure earthquakes is the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale, which relates an earthquake to its impacts on an affected area. The scale ranges from I to XII, with XII signifying the most severe effects. Table 4.7-I shows the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale. TABLE 4.7-I MODIFIED MERCALLI INTENSITY SCALE FOR EARTHQUAKES Richter Modified Magnitude Mercalli Effects of Intensity Scale Scale 0.1-0.9 I Earthquake shaking not felt. 1.0-2.9 11 Shaking felt by those at rest. 3.0-3.9 III Felt by most people indoors, some can estimate duration of shaking. 4.0-4.5 IV Felt by most people indoors. Hanging objects rattle,wooden walls and frames creak. 4.6-4.9 V Felt by everyone indoors, many can estimate duration of shaking. Standing autos rock. Crockery clashes,dishes rattle and glasses clink. Doors open,close and swing. 5.0-5.5 VI Felt by all who estimate duration of shaking. Sleepers awaken, liquids spill, objects are displaced, weak materials crack. 5.6-6.4 VII People frightened and walls unsteady. Pictures and books thrown, dishes and glass are broken. Weak chimneys break. Plaster, loose bricks and parapets fall. 6.5-6.9 VIII Difficult to stand. Waves on ponds, cohesionless soils slump. Stucco and masonry walls fall. Chimneys, stacks, towers and elevated tanks twist and fall. 7.0-7.4 IX General fright as people are thrown down, hard to drive. Trees broken,damage to foundations and frames. Reservoirs damaged, underground pipes broken. 7.5-7.9 X General panic. Ground cracks, masonry and frame buildings destroyed. Bridges destroyed, railroads bent slightly. Dams, dikes and embankments damaged. 8.0-8.4 XI Large landslides,water thrown,general destruction of buildings. Pipelines destroyed, railroads bent. 8.5+ XII Total nearby damage, rock masses displaced. Lines of sight/level distorted. Objects thrown into air. Source:California Division of Mines and Geology. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.7-4 November 2000 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS Volcanoes The nearest volcano to the project site that has been active in recent history is Lassen Peak,approximately 43 miles to the east. Lassen Peak experienced eruptions from 1914 to 1917. The characteristics of these eruptions included ash clouds, mudflows and pyroclastic flows. The damage caused by these eruptions was generally limited to the area now encompassed by Lassen Volcanic National Park. Mt. Shasta, which may have last erupted in 1786, is located approximately 56 miles north of the project site. Although the destructiveness of a volcano depends upon factors such as the direction and intensity of the blast and weather conditions, it is unlikely that the project would be affected by an eruption, given its distance from known active volcanoes. At most,the project site may experience deposition of ash,which would require cleanup but is not expected to cause any significant damage. Other Geologic Hazards According to the Draft General Plan Background Report, the hazard from seismically-triggered landslides is considered to be significant only within the westernmost part of the Redding Planning Area. Slump-type failures and lateral spreading failures would be expected at the edge of alluvial terraces and along the floodplain of the Sacramento River. The project would not be located at either of these places. Moreover, given that slopes on the site are no greater than 4 percent,the likelihood of a major landslide on the project site is very small. Liquefaction is a phenomenon which occurs when loosely packed, water-logged sediments lose their strength in response to strong shaking from earthquakes. Soils prone to liquefaction include loose to medium dense sands,gravels and silts found below the water table. In a geological study conducted for the Draft General Plan Background Report, the liquefaction potential for the Redding area was assessed. The project site is located in an area of low liquefaction potential. 4.7.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD The State Water Resources Control Board has the authority to issue NPDES permits, but it generally delegates this responsibility to the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). There are two types of stormwater permits: a general permit for non-point municipal stormwater discharges, and a permit for discharges from industrial and construction activities,except for those on Native American lands and within the Lake Tahoe hydrogeologic unit. Construction activity subject to this permit includes clearing,grading, disturbances to the ground such as stockpiling,or excavation that results in soil disturbances of at least five acres of total land area. Construction activity that results in soil disturbance of less than five acres is subject to this permit if the activity is part of a larger common plan of development that encompasses five of more acres of soil disturbance. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.7-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS Site development within the Project Area would fall under the State Water Resources Control Board construction stormwater discharge permit process. The construction permit authorizes the discharge of stormwater and prohibits the discharge of materials other than stormwater and all discharges which contain a hazardous substance in excess of reportable quantities established in 40 CFR I I 7.3 or 40 CFR 302.4, unless a separate NPDES permit has been issued to regulate those discharges.A construction permit would require discharges associated with construction activity to: • eliminate or reduce non-stormwater discharges to stormwater systems and other waters of the nation; • develop and implement a stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP); and • perform inspections of stormwater control structures and pollution prevention measures. In addition, construction permits require adherence to Best Management Practices (BMPs) for the control of erosion and other potential water quality pollutants associated with construction activity. These BMPs consist of the following: • "Site Planning Considerations" such as preservation of existing vegetation. • "Vegetation Stabilization" through methods such as seeding and planting. • "Physical Stabilization" through use of dust control and stabilization measures. • "Diversion of Runoff" by utilizing earth dikes and temporary drains and swales. • "Velocity Reduction" through measures such as slope roughening/terracing. • "Sediment Trapping/Filtering" through use of silt fences, straw bale and sand bag filters, and sediment traps and basins. CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE The California Building Code regulates the construction of structures within the state. The City has adopted the 1998 version of the California Building Code. The Code places the project site in Seismic Zone 3,defined as an area of potentially major damage from earthquakes corresponding to intensity VII and higher on the Modified Mercalli Scale. Such areas are subject to strict building regulations designed to enhance the ability of a structure to withstand potential earthquakes. Table 4.7-I depicts the Modified Mercalli Scale. CITY OF REDDING GRADING ORDINANCE Chapter 16.40 of the Redding Municipal Code sets forth rules and regulations on clearing and grading. The Grading Ordinance prohibits,with limited exceptions,any clearing and grading on any site without a permit from the office of the Public Works Director. Among the requirements for a grading permit are the submission of a soil engineering report and interim and final erosion and sediment control plans. A grading permit is not required for projects by or under contract with the City. Redding Sports Complex Cary of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.7-6 November 2000 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN The City's General Plan contains the following goals and policies concerning geology and soils that pertain to the project: Natural Resources Element Goal NRI. Minimize soil erosion and sedimentation problems resulting from development activities. Policy NRIB. Require development applicants to submit and receive Public Works Department approval for erosion and sediment control plans prior to undertaking grading activities. Policy NRIC. Minimize soil erosion and sedimentation created during and after construction activities to the fullest extent practicable,using Best Management Practices(BMPs). Policy NR ID. Make project monitoring and enforcement activities a priority to ensure that erosion control measures are in place prior to the rainy season and function properly and effectively. Policy NRIE. Aggressively pursue immediate remediation when erosion damage is discovered and/or initial control measures fail. Health and Safety Element Goal HSI. Minimize the loss of life, injury and property damage due to seismic and geologic hazards. Policy HSIA. Continue to require that new structures and alterations to existing structures comply with the seismic safety requirements of the California Building Code (UBC); adopted updated provisions of the UBC related to seismic safety as they become available. Policy HSIC. Require determination of the landslide, slope instability and erosion potential of proposed development sites located in potential hazard areas. Utilize building setbacks,grading techniques or appropriate measures when constructing in or near unstable areas. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.7-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS 4.7.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines indicates that a project may have significant impacts on geology and soils if it does any of the following: I) Exposes people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury or death involving: i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other substantial evidence of a known fault. a) Strong seismic ground shaking. b) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction. c) Landslides. 2) Results in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil. 3) Is located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result in on- or off-site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse. 4) Is located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-I-B of the California Building Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life or property. 5) Has soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of wastewater. METHODOLOGY PMC staff reviewed pertinent documents with information on the geology and soils of the area. Several documents published by the State Division of Mines and Geology were reviewed. A list of reviewed documents is provided in the References portion of this section. PROJECT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.7.I Grading and other soil disturbances associated with construction activities on the project site may increase the potential for soil erosion. [SM] Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.7-8 November 2000 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS In general,soils on the project site have a low erosion potential. However,the Redding gravelly loam does have a moderate erosion hazard. Moreover, grading and other construction activities would remove vegetation and expose soils to wind and precipitation, increasing the likelihood of substantial soil erosion. This impact is significant. Mitigation Measures Mitigation Measures 4.4.2a through 4.4.2j in Section 4.4,Air Quality,contain measures that control erosion and sedimentation as well as reduce air quality impacts. Erosion impacts would also be reduced by implementation of General Plan Policies NR I C, NR I D and NR I E. In addition, the following mitigation measure is recommended: MM 4.7.1 An erosion and sediment control plan shall be prepared for the project. The plan shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements for an interim erosion and sediment control plan,as set forth in the City's Grading Ordinance. Such requirements include a delineation and brief description of surface runoff and erosion control measures, sediment retention measures, and vegetative measures. The location and detail of these measures shall be depicted in the plan. The erosion and sediment control plan shall be implemented upon commencement of grading and clearing activities for the project. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department. Implementation of this mitigation measure and the measures and policies mentioned above would reduce potential soil erosion and the amount of sediment that leaves the project site. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.7.2 The project may be constructed on potentially expansive soils. [PSM] Both soil types identified on the project site have a shrink-swell potential classified as moderate for layers below the surface. Structures and infrastructure constructed on the site, especially the multipurpose building, may be adversely affected if they are built on expansive soils. Although soils in general in the Redding area are not considered to be subject to expansion/shrinkage problems (City of Redding, 1998), this impact is considered potentially significant, since no conclusive information is available on the existence of expansive soils as defined by Table 18-I-B of the 1994 California Building Code. Mitigation Measures Potential problems with expansive soils would be mitigated by compliance with the construction requirements of the currently adopted version of the California Building Code. In addition, the following City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.7-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS mitigation measure is proposed: MM 4.7.2 A qualified engineer or soils specialist shall prepare a report on the portions of the project site where structures would be placed. The report shall identify the location of expansive soils and, if necessary, recommend measures to minimize or avoid the potential negative impacts of these soils. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Development Services Department- Building Division. Implementation of this mitigation measure would minimize or eliminate the negative effects potential expansive soils on the site may have on structures. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.7.3 Due to the nature of earth resources, adverse impacts are site-specific and are generally not affected by, or do not affect, other development in the region. [LS] In general,impacts on geology and soils are generally confined to a specific project area. The overall geology and soil composition of a region are not significantly affected by development. Thus, cumulative impacts of the project on geology and soils are less than significant. REFERENCES California Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology. Fault Activity Map of California. Sacramento, Calif., 1994. California Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology. Geologic Map of California, Redding Sheet. Sacramento, Calif., 1962. California Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology. Mineral Land Classification of Alluvial Sand and Gravel,Crushed Stone,Volcanic Cinders,Limestone,and Diatomite within Shasta County,California. DMG Open-File Report 97-03. Sacramento, Calif., 1997. City of Redding. Draft General Plan Background Report, May 1998. City of Redding. City of Redding Grading Ordinance, Ordinance No. 1986,January 1992. Tony Hopfinger, Tim Hearden and Anne Hart. "Big One Hits Redding," Redding Record Searchlight, November 27, I998. United States Department of Agriculture,Soil Conservation Service and Forest Service. Soil Survey of Shasta County Area, California. August 1974. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.7-1 0 November 2000 SECTION 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY This section evaluates the potential impacts of the project on the local hydrology and water quality. Hydrology, as defined in this EIR, refers to the surface and subsurface water features in an area. These include streams and groundwater aquifers. The section also discusses the potential impacts of the project on surface runoff. The impact analysis is based upon a review of documents and a study by Norman S. Braithwaite, Inc., which is included in this document as Appendix E. 4.8.1 SETTING SURFACE DRAINAGE As described in the Air Quality section, the average annual rainfall in the Redding area is 39.37 inches. Approximately 85 percent of this precipitation falls during the months from November to April. Summer precipitation occurs infrequently, usually in the form of thunderstorms. Snow falls rarely in the City and seldom in significant amounts. The northern portion of the project site is within the Clover Creek drainage basin (Figure 4.8-I). Intermittent drainage channels located in the northern portion of the project site form the headwaters of Clover Creek (Figure 4.8-2). Water within these channels is diverted to a drainage ditch that runs along the eastern and southern boundaries of the Transfer Station parcel (Figures 4.8-3 and 4.8-4). The ditch empties into a detention basin located adjacent to and south of the Transfer Station. Both the ditch and the detention basin were constructed as part of the Transfer Station project. Water is released from the detention basin into the natural Clover Creek channel to the southwest. From there, Clover Creek flows in a southerly direction through southeastern Redding before emptying into the Sacramento River near the North Street Bridge in the City of Anderson. The remainder of the project site is within the Stillwater Creek drainage basin. Surface runoff eventually flows into Stillwater Creek,located approximately 0.4 miles to the east. Stillwater Creek flows southward into the Sacramento River,also near the North Street Bridge. Precipitation on the southern portion of the project site tends to collect in seasonal pools and swales. Given the slow permeability of the soils in this area(see Section 4.7, Geology and Soils), much of the water collected in these seasonal wetlands tends to evaporate. GROUNDWATER The project site is located within the Redding Basin, which covers approximately 5 I0 square miles in the northern end of the Sacramento Valley. Groundwater in the Redding Basin is separated from the Sacramento Valley Basin by the Red Bluff Arch, a subsurface structural uplift located north of the City of Red Bluff. Geologically,the Redding Basin contains two general units-one of pre-Tertiary age and the other of Tertiary and/or Quaternary age. The latter unit has been determined to contain aquifers with water of useful quality and quantity for domestic consumption and irrigation. Aquifers in the Redding Basin City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.8-I Draft Environmental Impact Report - .. -td7ff aim. • . ■■1.ma, 1liuIu1Il, I-.- -- Iii . .. �. . mm ■ Ini-- --== am r •..gyp ==`\C -- - • 'inn. Imp1. .u...uiIIIIIIIk\_ . pra dimm. 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"y �,v -lam °�` it.. • • 7 ..r F 4.d- -. ! .'- � .� � i'. r,�"s I r ark ��1 e _ _ -s' awl-'r-a- g - 91 ✓ tl{ 1dV" IF :_ - 4 4 § til Figure 4.8-4 - Detention Basin F7. �., * r,, (Transfer Station '�' g �= - *_ Lam. .- _ _. in background) ." .., _ � eg_ - =4,,,,=, T,camSrtv ..--,-00.---,,- 1 a.- p er _, � - • ." 3. R «+. � jkms, { Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.8-4 November 2000 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY The project site is located within a geohydrologic unit called the Red Bluff Formation. The Red Bluff Formation is poorly to moderately permeable and contains small bodies of perched water. Yields are small to moderate for domestic wells,ranging from 5 to 45 gallons per minute(Pierce, 1983). Groundwater levels in the eastern Redding area, as determined by surveys of wells monitored by the State Department of Water Resources, generally are between 100 and 130 feet below ground surface (Huckabay, 1996). However,the Transfer Station EIR indicates a potential for seasonally-affected perched groundwater,given the existence of intermittent drainages and the presence of hardpan (McClelland Consultants, 1990). WATER QUALITY Most of the streams in the Redding area are seasonal or have dry reaches during part of the year; thus, water quality is generally not an issue with these streams. The Sacramento River has generally good water quality,except for elevated turbidity during stormy periods. Occasionally,overflows from the Spring Creek Reservoir containing high levels of metals reach the Sacramento River, but additional releases from Shasta Dam help dilute the overflows (City of Redding, 1998). There are primarily seasonal drainage channels on the project site; thus, water quality of surface streams is an issue only during the rainy season. Given the relatively undeveloped state of the project site, surface water quality during the rainy season is presumed to be good. The groundwater supply in the Redding area is generally of high quality. However, some treatment is performed in order to meet State drinking water standards. Some of the treatment techniques include chlorine disinfection of well supplies, automatic bypass of the first 5-15 minutes of well production to a waste system, and a sequestering system for wells in the Enterprise area to eliminate iron/manganese problems (City of Redding, 1998). FLOOD HAZARD The Transfer Station EIR states that flood maps prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) indicate that the project site is not subject to inundation during a 100-year flood event, except within the immediate drainage channels (McClelland Consultants, 1990). However, much of the flooding information provided by FEMA was prepared in 1985. Subsequent development occurring after that year has resulted in higher flood elevations on most major creek elevations than were reflected on the FEMA maps. In 1993,the City undertook a comprehensive study of all major drainage basins to ascertain the effect of development on flood levels since 1985. The document, called the Citywide Master Storm Drain Study, showed higher peak flows within most drainage basins studied, including Clover Creek (City of Redding, 1998). Figure 4.8-5 depicts 100-year floodplain locations in the Redding area as determined by both FEMA and the City study. Neither FEMA nor the City study indicated any 100-year floodplains on the project site. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.8-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report . 11 ` -,sk °,ff 0.‘. AgsAicors \t 41.A i 4 s. Pf i r , ilk \ 1144 fN AREA DANDARY .211111t a� \c > II w �e. ,�.„.:_.,IL.y i Cc 2 lir*"'tlif*Iiii.f4V 11�� Project � !�L� Op ;,� Site iii rt...„,:,..,_ • y ill ..01.1( 4 ,--- ,_ _,_' ,... 4 tilli V' --"— -.11--,–'—'r . ,. Itma � r= y • 4 4\ r__a i LEGEND ; u Mao YEAR FLOOD PLAN MONTGOMERY*75ON FLOOD S7UDY \ 1 0 • 3 i0 PMC FIGURE 4.8-5 —1„- 4.8-6 100-Year Floodplains in Redding Area 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY 4.8.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK CLEAN WATER ACT, SECTION 404 The discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States is regulated under Section 404 of the federal Clean Water Act. Section 404 regulation is jointly shared by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE). The intent of Section 404 regulation is to limit degradation of water quality. The ACOE has the authority under Section 404 to issue permits for the discharge of dredged or fill material in waters under its jurisdiction. Permits are issued only if it is shown that there are no practicable alternatives to discharge. Usually, ACOE permits have conditions attached to them that are designed to minimize the environmental impacts of the permitted activity. Construction activities that impact designated jurisdictional areas generally fall under Section 404 regulation. NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM During the re-authorization of the Clean Water Act,Sections 402(P)through 405 were added to the Water Quality Act of 1987, providing for a program to eliminate pollution from non-point municipal and industrial sources. Land development and construction activities of five or more acres are also included under this legislation. The addition of stormwater discharges to the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), the primary federal water quality permit system administrated by the EPA, was completed on October 31, 1990,when the final regulations were signed by EPA. Section 4.7, Geology and Soils, provides a description of the NPDES program. REGIONAL WATER QUALITY REGULATION The project area is within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Central Valley Region, one of nine regional boards in the state. The Central Valley RWQCB, with an office in Redding, develops and enforces water quality objectives and implementation plans that safeguard the quality of water resources in its region. Its duties include developing a Basin Plan for its hydrologic area, issuing Waste Discharge Requirements (WDRs), taking enforcement action against violators,and monitoring water quality. In addition,the RWQCB has duties concerning hazardous material spills and spill prevention that are related to protecting water quality. In December 1994,the Central Valley RWQCB adopted the Third Edition of the Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the Sacramento and San Joaquin river basins. Subsequent amendments to the Basin Plan concerning NPDES permits and agricultural subsurface drainage discharges led to the issuance of the Fourth Edition on September 1998. The Basin Plan sets forth water quality objectives for both surface and ground waters within the Sacramento and San Joaquin river basins. It also describes implementation policies and City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.8-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY programs designed to meet these objectives. All water quality objectives and implementation programs contained within the Basin Plan which are applicable to this project are incorporated into this EIR by reference. CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN The City's General Plan contains the following goals and policies concerning hydrology and water quality that pertain to the project: Natural Resources Element Goal NRI. Minimize soil erosion and sedimentation problems resulting from development activities; improve the quality of stormwater runoff. Policy NR l I. Work with Shasta County and other regional,State and Federal agencies to reduce the amount of toxic chemicals and other agents or pollutants entering the surface water system from agriculture, golf course and urban runoff. Goal NR3. Preserve and protect the quantity and quality of groundwater resources within the Planning Area. Policy NR3B. Comply with the Regional Water Quality Control Board's regulations and standards to maintain and improve groundwater quality in the Planning Area. Goal NR4. Prevent and remedy surface water, groundwater and soil contamination. Policy NR4C. Work with appropriate local, State and Federal agencies to ensure that those responsible for soil,surface water and groundwater contamination are required to initiate, monitor and complete full remediation activities. In addition, refer to the goals and policies listed under the City of Redding General Plan subheading in Section 4.7, Geology and Soils. 4.8.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines indicates that a project may have significant impacts on hydrology and water quality if it does any of the following: Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.8-8 November 2000 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY I) Violates any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements. 2) Substantially depletes groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volumes or a lowering of the local groundwater table level. 3) Substantially alters the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on- or off-site. 4) Substantially alters the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, or substantially increases the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or off-site. 5) Creates or contributes runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff, or otherwise substantially degrades water quality. 6) Places housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map. 7) Places within a 100-year flood hazard area structures which would impede or redirect flood flows. 8) Exposes people or structures to a significant risk of loss,injury or death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam. 9) Exposes people or structures to a hazard of inundation by seiche, tsunami or mudflow. METHODOLOGY Norman S. Braithwaite, Inc. conducted an assessment of the impact of the project on flood risk. The biological resources study by North State Resources also contains some information on hydrology as it pertains to existing wetlands on the project site. In addition, PMC conducted a review of existing information on the hydrology of the project site and water quality issues. The Redding Solid Waste Transfer Station EIR provided some information on the local hydrology. For regional information, publications from the U.S. Geological Survey and the California Department of Water Resources were useful. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.8-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY PROJECT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.8.I The project would increase surface runoff at the project site due to the introduction of impervious surfaces,thus increasing potential flood hazards in streams where runoff enters. [SM] Much of the project site would be covered by sports fields when developed. The fields would allow precipitation to percolate into the ground, reducing surface runoff. However, the project also includes the construction of a multipurpose building and parking lots. These facilities would not cover a significant portion of the project site. The impervious surfaces of these facilities would not permit any precipitation to percolate into the ground; thus, surface runoff would increase from the undeveloped state of the property. Because the extent of paving is not known at this time,the estimated amount of increased runoff cannot be determined. Of particular concern is how the additional runoff would affect streams receiving the flow. Flood risk downstream in the Clover Creek basin is already very high, and no increase in flood risk will be allowed in this basin. Therefore, project facilities draining to this basin must be designed so that there is no net increase in runoff during any storm. Flood risk in the Stillwater Creek basin is low at present., but will have the same drainage restrictions as the Clover Creek Basin. Thus, project facilities should be designed to prevent an increase in the flood peak of the most probable 100-year flood, unless it can be shown that the flood peak increase can be handled by downstream drainage facilities and will not represent an increased risk of damage during the least damaging flood (Braithwaite, 2000). Softball fields slated for development in the Clover Creek drainage portion of the site would have a minimal impact on runoff. However, parking lots would also be constructed,and they would generate more flow. This runoff could add to an increased risk of flooding further downstream on Clover Creek. This impact is significant. Mitigation Measures MM 4.8.1 The project shall be designed so that surface runoff drains into the respective drainage basins. In designing drainage for the project,studies shall be conducted to demonstrate that downstream drainage facilities within the basins can accommodate the increase in flood peak flow and that project development will not increase risk of damage during the least damaging flood. If either of these conditions are found to be limiting, the project shall either incorporate detention facilities on the project site or modify downstream drainage facilities to meet these conditions. Final project design shall demonstrate which option is used. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan for Phase I. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Development Services Department - Planning Division. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.8-I 0 November 2000 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY Implementation of the mitigation measure would ensure that increased surface runoff can be accommodated by drainage facilities on site or existing, thus preventing increased flooding in downstream areas. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.8.2 Contaminants from the project site may enter surface and ground waters. [PSM] The project proposes the construction of parking lots. Surface runoff from the parking lots may carry contaminants associated with potential deposits of materials,primarily motor vehicle fluids. Although there would be a relatively large number of spaces, there would be no significant impact until the first substantial rainfall of the rainy season. At that time,the accumulation of deposits which occurred during the dry season would be carried away by the runoff. Subsequent rainfall would carry off fewer deposits. It is expected that, even with the first rainfall,the contaminants contained in these deposits would be diluted to an extent that they would not pose a significant threat to surface waters. The potential contaminants would be filtered out by the soil;thus groundwater would not likely be affected. Therefore,contaminated runoff from parking lots is not considered to have a significant impact on local water quality. A more significant impact may come from the sports fields. Maintenance of the fields would likely entail the use of fertilizers to keep the fields green and thick. Herbicides may also be used to prevent weeds from growing on the fields, and pesticides may be used as well. Fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides contain substances that could enter both surface and ground waters and degrade their quality. Since a large area of the project site would be dedicated to sports fields,a relatively large amount of chemical substances could be used. The impact of their use on water quality is considered potentially significant. Mitigation Measures MM 4.8.2a Fertilizer used shall be of the slow release form,or the proper chemical release for the soil textural class and infiltration rate, or a more soluble type applied as a solution. Fertilization rates shall be applied so that nutrients will not leach below the root zone. Timing/Implementation: Upon installation of sports fields. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department. MM 4.8.2b Herbicides may only be applied with selective equipment such as recirculating spray systems, shielded applicators or wiper applicators. Application rates shall not exceed specific rates of application and instructions for control of the specific problem weed as recommended by the manufacturer. Timing/implementation: Upon installation of sports fields. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.8-1 1 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY MM 4.8.2c Irrigation rates shall not exceed 90 percent of the infiltration rate for each soil type and turf management combination. Irrigation shall be timed to correspond with fertilizer and herbicide application as recommended by the chemical manufacturers. Timing/Implementation: Upon installation of sports fields. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department.. Implementation of the mitigation measures would reduce the amount of chemical substances used for sports field maintenance that enters surface and ground waters. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.8.3 The project, in conjunction with future development, may reduce the number of groundwater recharge areas in the vicinity. [LS] The project proposes the construction of a multipurpose building and parking lots. As described earlier, these facilities would introduce impervious surfaces to the site, which would prevent percolation of water into the soil. With more urbanized development planned for the area surrounding the project site, the project would contribute to an overall increase in impervious surfaces and a concomitant decrease in areas where precipitation may percolate, reducing groundwater recharge. However, this project would leave large areas unpaved, including the sports fields and the wetland preserve in the southern portion of the site. These would leave places that could act as groundwater recharge areas,where precipitation could percolate into the groundwater. By contrast, other development that could potentially occur in the vicinity, in accordance with the City's General Plan,would likely contain a greater percentage of impervious surfaces. Therefore, the cumulative impacts of the project on groundwater recharge are considered less than significant. Impact 4.8.4 The project, along with future development, may contribute to a continuing degraded water quality of the Sacramento River. [LS] The Sacramento River from Shasta Dam to Red Bluff is currently classified as a "water quality limited segment", in accordance with Section 303(d) of the Federal Clean Water Act. A water quality limited segment is a section of a freshwater body where water quality does not meet, or is not expected to meet, water quality standards even after the application of appropriate effluent limitations for point sources. Additional treatment beyond minimum Federal requirements are imposed on dischargers to a water quality limited segment. Dischargers are assigned or allocated a maximum allowable load of critical pollutants (RWQCB, 1998). The pollutants within the segment of the Sacramento River through Redding include the Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.8-12 November 2000 4.8 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY metals cadmium,copper and zinc. The main source of the metals is runoff from abandoned mines, including the Iron Mountain mine northwest of the City. Flow, temperature and toxicity have also been cited as reasons for the classification (RWQCB, 1998). The project, along with future development in the Redding area, could contribute to the current situation, or at least inhibit improvement in the water quality of the river segment. The project's contribution would come via discharges into Clover Creek, which flows into the Sacramento River. However, the mitigation measures presented in this section would substantially reduce the potential contribution of contaminants by the project. Moreover, project runoff would not contribute a significant amount of metals to surface waters. Metals from abandoned mines are the principal source of metal pollutants to the Sacramento River. Finally, given the seasonal nature of rainfall, the project would make no contributions to surface water contamination during the dry season. Therefore, potential cumulative impacts of the project on the water quality of the Sacramento River are considered less than significant. REFERENCES Norman Braithwaite. "Redding Sports Complex, Flood Risk Issues." Letter to Mark Teague, Pacific Municipal Consultants, August 7, 2000. City of Redding. Draft General Plan Background Report,July 1998. Huckabay,Patricia S. Groundwater Levels in the Redding Groundwater Basin. State of California,The Resources Agency, Department of Water Resources, Northern District, 1996. McClelland Consultants (West), Inc. Draft Environmental Impact Report, Redding Solid Waste Transfer Station/Recycling Facility and Redding Area Bus Authority Central Operations Hub Project. State Clearinghouse No. 90030464, November 1990. Pierce, Michael J. Ground Water in the Redding Basin, Shasta and Tehama Counties, California. U.S. Geological Survey, 1983. Regional Water Quality Control Board, Central Valley Region. The Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, Central Valley Region (4th Edition). Sacramento, Calif. 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.8-13 Draft Environmental Impact Report SECTION 4.9 NOISE 4.9 NOISE This section describes the noise environment at and near the project site, and it analyzes potential noise impacts generated by the proposed project. The analysis includes the potential impacts of noise generated by project construction, project operations and traffic on noise-sensitive areas, primarily residences. The evaluation is based primarily upon a noise analysis conducted by Bollard & Brennan, Inc., which is included in this document as Appendix F. 4.9.1 SETTING NOISE FUNDAMENTALS AND TERMINOLOGY Noise is often described as unwanted sound.Sound is defined as any pressure variation in air that the human ear can detect. If the pressure variations occur frequently enough -at least 20 times per second - they can be heard and hence are called sound. The number of pressure variations per second is called the frequency of sound, and is expressed as cycles per second, called Hertz (Hz). Measuring sound directly in terms of pressure would require a very large and awkward range of numbers. To avoid this, the decibel (dB) scale was devised. The decibel scale uses the hearing threshold (20 micropascals of pressure), as a point of reference, defined as 0 dB. Other sound pressures are then compared to the reference pressure, and the logarithm is taken to keep the numbers in a practical range. The decibel scale allows a million-fold increase in pressure to be expressed as 120 dB. Another useful aspect of the decibel scale is that changes in levels correspond closely to human perception of relative loudness. Figure 4.9-1 illustrates common noise levels associated with various sources. The perceived loudness of sounds is dependent upon many factors, including sound pressure level and frequency content. However,within the usual range of environmental noise levels, perception of loudness is relatively predictable,and can be approximated by weighing the frequency response of a sound level meter by means of the standardized A-weighing network.There is a strong correlation between A-weighted sound levels and community response to noise. For this reason, the A-weighted sound level has become the standard tool of environmental noise assessment. All noise levels reported in this section are in terms of A-weighted levels in decibels. Community noise is commonly described in terms of the"ambient" noise level, which is defined as the all- encompassing noise level associated with a given noise environment.A common statistical tool to measure the ambient noise level is the average, or equivalent,sound level (Leq) over a given time period (usually one hour).The Leq is the foundation of the Day-Night Average Level noise descriptor, Ldn,and shows very good correlation with community response to noise. The Day-night Average Level (Ldfl) is based upon the average noise level over a 24-hour day, with a +10 decibel weighing applied to noise occurring during nighttime(10:00 p.m.to 7:00 a.m.) hours. The nighttime penalty is based upon the assumption that people react to nighttime noise exposures as though they were twice as loud as daytime exposures. Because Ldfl represents a 24-hour average, it tends to disguise short- City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.9-I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.9 NoisE term variations in the noise environment. Ldn-based noise standards are commonly used to assess noise impacts associated with traffic, railroad and aircraft noise sources. FIGURE 4.9-1 TYPICAL A-WEIGHTED SOUND LEVELS OF COMMON NOISE SOURCES Loudness Ratio Level A-Weighted Sound Level (dBA) 128 130 Threshold of pain 64 120 Jet aircraft take-off at I00 feet 32 --.- 110 --- • Riveting machine at operators position I6 --_, 100 -_-- Shot-gun at 200 feet 8 ` 90 Bulldozer at 50 feet 4 80 ,._ Diesel locomotive at 300 feet 2 70 Commercial jet aircraft interior during flight 1 60 Normal conversation speech at 5-10 feet 1/2 50 Open office background level 1/4 40 Background level within a residence 1/8 30 soft whisper at 2 feet 1/16 20 Interior of recording studio Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Review 4.9-2 November 2000 4.9 NOISE EXISTING AMBIENT NOISE ENVIRONMENT The existing ambient noise levels in the immediate project vicinity is defined primarily by activities at the City Corporation Yard and Transfer Station, and local traffic on Old Oregon Trail, Viking Way, and Abernathy Lane. To quantify existing ambient noise levels in the immediate project vicinity,short-term and continuous noise level measurements were performed. The continuous noise level measurements were conducted at three locations on the project site boundaries. The short-term noise measurements were conducted at seven additional locations on the project site boundaries. Figure 4.9-2 shows the locations where the noise measurements were taken. The noise level meters were programmed to record the maximum (Lmax) and average (Leq) noise levels for direct comparison against the City of Redding noise standards. A summary of the noise level measurement results is provided in Table 4.9-I. TABLE 4.9-I MEASURED AMBIENT NOISE LEVELS AT PROJECT SITE Short Term Noise Measurements (decibels) Site Maximum (LR,..) Average (Leq) Source I 60 50 Old Oregon Trail traffic 2 50 41 Old Oregon Trail traffic 3 70 57 Old Oregon Trail traffic 4 50 40 Distant traffic,Transfer Station 5 75 57 Abernathy Lane traffic 6 58 41 Transfer Station 7 71 52 Viking Way traffic Continuous Noise Measurements (decibels) Site Maximum (Lmax) Average (Leq) Source Sat./Sun. Mon./Tues Sat./Sun. Mon./Tues A 59 64 44 48 Local and distant traffic,Transfer Station B 60 65 46 51 C 62 64 49 51 Notes: Noise measurement locations are shown on Figure 4.9-1. 2. Maximum and average noise levels shown for continuous sites are the mean of the measured hourly levels for daytime hours only(7 am to 10 pm). Source:Bollard&Brennan,Inc(2000) City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.9-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report vw+aWAY - . ._. - _ . OSI_ 0-4-4 1::—.:4•4 D--44--6 lz,, •0 1111111111 , Ais R.jp 1 F111": PiT ' mili � ir I 1II -- *.o.... „,. i IT_ :40.", lhiL Ritifktirl _... _ 177.____.f.H...._.1.-"..........1::;:i .! . ) 1-1-.- • ill I, In ' .11 1 r--7-, z ii ow !„._.: -==2 3 i Ilig . 1 al.. - iv lith.c.01.L. ______L i t !I 11 rte. lam..— __ ' ill:, ,...wr*.' -LJ, i WI 11 B of 2- Ia 5 I ..vo..imilMiY \_ 1 % 4 „ r T III -sr PSW w-.w mow.• mrr�a 0 Continuous Noise Measurement Sites A Short Term Noise Measurement Sites Source: Bollard & Brennan, Inc. P M C, Figure 4.9-2 N ---'.....----- Noise Measurement LocationsA Redding Sports Complex 4.9-4 City of Redding Draft EIR 4.9 NOISE 4.9.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN The Noise Element of the City's Draft General Plan contains noise standards applicable to both transportation and non-transportation sources. Goals and policies contained within the Noise Element of the Draft General Plan that pertain to this project include the following: Goal N2. Protect residents from exposure to excessive transportation-related noise. Policy N2C. Mitigate noise created by new transportation noise sources consistent with the levels specified in Table 5-4 in outdoor activity areas and interior spaces of existing noise-sensitive land uses [Table 5-4 is reproduced in this document as Table 4.9-2]. TABLE 4.9-2 MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE NOISE EXPOSURE, TRANSPORTATION NOISE SOURCES Interior Spaces Land Use Outdoor Activity Areas' Ldn/CNEL, dB Ld„ICNEL,d6 Leg, dB2 Residential 60' 45 -- Transient Lodging 60' 45 -- I-1c;,,itals, Nursing Homes 60' 45 -- Theaters,Auditoriums, -- -- 35 Music Halls Churches, Meeting Halls 60' -- 40 Office Buildings -- -- 45 Schools, Libraries, -- -- 45 Museums Playgrounds, Neighborhood Parks 70 -- -- ' The exterior noise level standard shall be applied to the outdoor activity area of the receiving land use. Outdoor activity areas are normally located near or adjacent to the main structure and often occupied by porches,patios, balconies,etc. 2 As determined for a typical worst-case hour during periods of use. ' Where it is not possible to reduce noise in outdoor activity areas to 60 dB Ldn/CNEL or less using a practical application of the best-available noise reduction measures,higher exterior noise levels may be allowed provided that practical exterior noise level reduction measures have been implemented and that interior noise levels are in compliance with this table. ' In the case of hotel/motel facilities or other transient lodging,outdoor activity areas such as pool areas may not be included in the project design. In these cases,only the interior noise level criterion will apply. Source:Redding General Plan(2000). City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.9-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.9 NOISE Policy N2F. Minimize motor vehicle noise impacts from streets and highways through proper route location and sensitive roadway design by employing the following strategies: • Mitigate traffic volumes and vehicle speed through residential neighborhoods. Goal N3. Prevent the introduction of new fixed noise sources in noise-sensitive areas. Policy N3B. Mitigate noise created by new proposed non-transportation sources consistent with the noise level standards of Table 5-5 as measured immediately within the property line of lands designated for noise-sensitive land uses. Noise level standards for non-noise-sensitive uses will generally be 10 dB higher before mitigation is required [Table 5-5 is reproduced in this document as Table 4.9-3]. Policy N3C. Require acoustical analysis of new nonresidential land uses and the expansion of existing nonresidential uses if likely to produce noise levels exceeding the performance standards of Table 5-5 [Table 4.9-3] within the property line of existing or planned noise-sensitive uses. 4.9.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines indicates that a project may have significant impacts on noise if it does any of the following: I) Exposes persons to or generates noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies. 2) Exposes persons to or generates excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels. 3) Causes a substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project. 4) Causes a substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project. The Noise Element of the Redding General Plan establishes noise standards for new projects. For this project, noise impacts are considered significant if project-generated noise exceeds Noise Element standards at the nearest existing residences to the project site. Refer to Tables 4.9-2 and 4.9-3 for the noise standards. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Review 4.9-6 November 2000 4.9 NOISE TABLE 4.9-3 NOISE LEVEL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR NEW PROJECTS AFFECTED BY OR INCLUDING NON-TRANSPORTATION SOURCES Noise Level Daytime Nighttime Descriptor (7 a.m. to I 0 p.m.) (I 0 p.m. to 7 a.m.) Hourly Leq, dB 55 45 Each of the noise levels specified above shall be lowered by five dB for simple tone noises,noises consisting primarily of speech or music,or for recurring impulsive noises(e.g.,humming sounds,outdoor speaker systems). These noise level standards do not apply to residential units established in conjunction with industrial or commercial uses(e.g., caretaker dwellings). The City can impose noise level standards which are more restrictive than those specified above based upon determination of existing low ambient noise levels. Industrial, light industrial, commercial and public service facilities which have the potential for producing objectionable noise levels at nearby noise-sensitive uses are dispersed throughout the City. Fixed noise sources which are typically of concern include, but are not limited to the following: HVAC Systems Cooling Towers/Evaporative Condensers Pump Stations Lift Stations Emergency Generators Boilers Steam Valves Steam Turbines Generators Fans Air Compressors Heavy Equipment Conveyor Systems Transformers Pile Drivers Grinders Drill Rigs Gas or Diesel Motors Welders Cutting Equipment Outdoor Speakers Blowers The types of uses which may typically produce the noise sources described above include but are not limited to: industrial facilities including lumber mills,trucking operations,tire shops,auto maintenance shops,metal fabricating shops,shopping centers,drive-up windows,car washes,loading docks,public works projects,batch plants,bottling and canning plants, recycling centers,electric generating stations, race tracks, landfills,sand and gravel operations, and athletic fields. Source:Redding General Plan (2000). The significance of project-related noise impacts are also determined by comparison of project-related noise levels to existing no-project noise levels. An increase of at least 3 dB is usually required before most people will perceive a change in noise levels, and an increase of 5 dB is required before the change will be clearly noticeable. A common practice has been to assume that minimally perceptible to clearly noticeable increases of 3-5 dB represent a significant increase in ambient noise levels. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.9-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.9 NOISE Table 4.9-4 was developed by the Federal Interagency Committee on Noise (FICON)to provide guidance in the assessment of changes in ambient noise levels resulting from airport improvement projects. Their recommendations are based upon studies that relate aircraft noise levels to the percentage of persons highly annoyed by the noise. Although the FICON recommendations were developed to assess aircraft noise impacts, they are considered to be applicable to traffic noise level increases as well. For this analysis, impacts are significant if noise level increases meet or exceed the "Significant Impact" standards set forth in Table 4.9-4. TABLE 4.9-4 SIGNIFICANCE OF CHANGES IN CUMULATIVE NOISE EXPOSURE Ambient Noise Level without Project(Ld„) Significant Impact Less than 60 dB ±5.0 dB or more 60-65 dB ±3.0 dB or more Greater than 65 dB ±I.0 dB or more Ldn-day-night average level. Source:Federal Interagency Committee on Noise(FICON)as applied by Brown-Buntin Associates, Inc. METHODOLOGY In order to quantify existing ambient noise levels in the immediate project vicinity, Bollard & Brennan, Inc., performed short-term and continuous noise level measurements. The continuous noise level measurements were conducted at three locations on the project site boundaries from August 12-15,2000. The short-term noise measurements were conducted at seven additional locations on the project site boundaries on August I I, 2000. The noise measurement locations are shown in Figure 4.9-2. Larson Davis Laboratories(LDL) Model 820 integrating sound level meters were used for the ambient noise level measurements. The meters were calibrated before and after use with an LDL CA-200 acoustical calibrator to ensure the accuracy of the measurements. The measurement system meets all pertinent specifications of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI S I.4) for precision sound level measurement equipment. The noise level meters were programmed to record the maximum (Lmax) and average (Leq) noise levels for direct comparison against the City of Redding noise standards. The maximum value, denoted Lmax, represents the highest noise level measured at any time during each I-hour period of the survey. The average value, denoted Leq, represents the energy average of all of the noise received by the meter during each hour of the survey. A summary of the noise level measurement results is provided in Table 4.9-I. For more detailed information on the noise measurements, please refer to the noise study in Appendix F of this document. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Review 4.9-8 November 2000 4.9 NoisE In addition to noise level measurements, Bollard & Brennan employed existing literature and application of accepted noise prediction and sound propagation algorithms to predict project-generated noise levels and changes in ambient noise levels resulting from the project. Specific noise sources evaluated in this section include off-site traffic,picnic/playground area noise,sports-related playing-field activities,and project construction. The potential noise generation of each of these major noise sources are described below. Playground & Picnic Area Noise Emissions The project includes a play and picnic area in the middle portion of the softball area, located generally in the northern portion of the site. The play area includes a children's playground, a basketball court, and 4 volleyball courts. Noise sources at the this areas would primarily be shouting children, basketball and volleyball games. The noise generation of this area will depend on the intensity of the playground usage and number of persons engaged in basketball and volleyball games. Bollard & Brennan, Inc. file data, collected at various playground areas, indicates that average and maximum noise levels generated from this area will likely be approximately 60 dB Leq and 75 dB L. at a distance of 100 feet from the center of this area, assuming fairly heavy utilization. Baseball / Softball Diamonds and Soccer Fields Noise sources at the baseball/softball diamonds and soccer fields would primarily be shouting children and cheering adults during intermittent periods of the sporting events. Bollard&Brennan,Inc.file data,collected at various outdoor recreation areas, indicates that average and maximum noise levels during games are approximately 55-60 dB Leq and 70-75 dB Lmax at a distance of 100 feet from the focal point of the playing fields. For baseball games, the focal point tends to be in the vicinity of the pitcher's mound, with the participants and spectators all centrally located around and generally facing that position. For soccer games, the focal point is more variable, with considerable excitement generated when the ball is near either goal, but with the sound of the participants generally spread out over the entire field and the sounds of spectators spread out along the sidelines. This analysis assumes that the cumulative noise generation of the baseball diamonds is centered at the pitcher's mound, and that of the soccer fields is centered at their approximate centers. PROJECT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.9.1 The project would generate noise associated with sports activities. [SM] The approximate distances from the focal points of the nearest play areas to the nearest residences in the project area are shown in Table 4.9-5. Routine activities at the park - including softball, baseball and soccer practices and games - will generate clearly audible noise levels at existing noise-sensitive land uses in the immediate project vicinity. According to Table 4.9-5,the only project-related activity which would City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.9-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.9 NOISE exceed City of Redding noise standards would be soccer-related games and practices. This is because of the relatively close proximity of the proposed soccer fields to existing residences. In addition, comparison of the ambient noise level data described previously in this section against the Table 4.9-5 data indicates that the residences located nearest to the soccer fields are the only areas where soccer-related activities would cause a significant increase in ambient noise levels. Specifically, noise associated with soccer games on the fields closest to the existing residences to the south and east will be approximately 54-60 dB Leq, respectively. While these levels would satisfy the existing 60 dB Leq daytime noise standard, they would exceed the proposed 55 dB Leq standard at the residences to the east, and the existing and proposed nighttime standards in both the easterly and westerly directions.Therefore,this is considered a significant impact. TABLE 4.9-5 PROJECT-GENERATED NOISE LEVELS AT NEAREST EXISTING RESIDENCES Predicted Sound Levels(dB) Source Direction Distance (feet) Leq Lm South 2,000+ 34 49 Central Play Area East 700+ 43 58 South 1,800+ 35 50 Softball East 600+ 44 59 South 200 54 69 Soccer East 100 60 75 South 700 43 58 Baseball East 900 41 56 South — 54 69 Combined East — 60 75 Mitigation Measures MM 4.9.1 a An earthen berm should be erected along the northern, eastern,and southern perimeters of the proposed soccer field area. The berm should be constructed to a height of six feet relative to the soccer fields. Timing/implementation: During site grading. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Review 4.9-10 November 2000 4.9 NoisE MM 4.9.1 b Nighttime soccer games and practices(those occurring after I 0 p.m.)should be conducted on the fields which are farthest from the nearest residential property lines. The center of the soccer field used during nighttime hours would need to be setback approximately 300 feet from the nearest residences. [This setback assumes that the playing field would also be shielded from view of those residences by the intervening 6-foot tall berm described in MM 4.9.1a]. Timing/implementation: During site grading. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Community Services Department MM 4.9.1 a would reduce noise generated by the nearby soccer activities at those adjacent residences by approximately 5 dB,thereby reducing the potential for adverse public reaction to the park generated noise. The resulting noise levels would satisfy the proposed 55 dB Leq daytime noise level standards at the nearest potentially affected residences. MM 4.9.I b would further ensure that soccer activities would achieve compliance with the City of Redding 45 dB Leq nighttime noise standard. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.9.2 Traffic associated with the project could generate noise that could affect nearby residences. [LS] Usage of the proposed park will generated increased traffic on the local roadway network. Table 4.9-6 shows projected noise increases resulting from traffic generated by the project. According to Table 4.9-6, project-related traffic noise level increases are predicted to be less than 3 dB on all roadway segments, except for Viking Way between the project site access and Old Oregon Trail. Due to the low existing and projected traffic volumes on that segment of Viking Way both with and without the project,and due to the setback of the single residence located along that segment, traffic noise levels are not predicted to exceed the applicable City noise standards at that residence (60 dB Ldn). As a result, the threshold of significance for that roadway segment would be 5 dB, according to Table 4.9-4. The increase in noise levels on that Viking Way segment do not meet this threshold of significance. Therefore, traffic noise impacts are considered less than significant. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.9-I I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.9 NOISE TABLE 4.9-6 TRAFFIC VOLUMES AND PROJECT-RELATED TRAFFIC NOISE LEVEL INCREASES Roadway Segment Existing(Peak Hour) Cumulative (ADT) Change Change N.P. Project (dB) N.P Project (dB) Old Oregon Trail Old Alturas -Viking 359 439 0.9 9,100 9,700 0.3 Viking- Old 44 Dr. 376 564 1.8 7,000 9,000 1.1 Old 44 - Hwy 44 810 1050 1.1 15,000 16,800 0.5 Viking Way Abernathy- Old 90 198 3.4 1,900 2,600 1.4 Oregon Old Alturas Rd. Abernathy- Old 316 330 0.2 9,100 9,200 0.1 Oregon 303 345 0.6 3,800 4,100 0.3 E. of Old Oregon Highway 44 W. of Old Oregon n/a n/a — 29,900 31,000 0.2 E. of Old Oregon n/a n/a — 27,700 27,900 0.0 N.P.-Non-project ADT-Average daily traffic Changes shown are in terms of Peak Hour Average Levels (Leq)for existing conditions, and Day/Night Average Level (Ldn)for cumulative conditions. Source:Fehr&Peers, Bollard&Brennan, Inc Impact 4.9.3 Temporary increases in noise levels would occur during project construction activities. [PSM] During the construction phases of the project, noise from construction activities would add to the noise environment in the immediate project vicinity. Activities involved in construction would generate maximum noise levels ranging from 85 to 90 dB at a distance of 50 feet, as illustrated in Table 4.9-7. Project construction will result in a temporary increase in ambient noise levels. This impact is considered potentially significant. TABLE 4.9-7 CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT NOISE Equipment Type Maximum Level, dB at 50 feet Bulldozers 87 Heavy Trucks 88 Backhoe 85 Pneumatic Tools 85 Source:Bollard&Brennan, Inc. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Review 4.9-12 November 2000 4.9 NoisE Mitigation Measures MM 4.9.3a All construction activities shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday,and shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements of Title 16 of the Redding Municipal Code. Timing/Implementation: Upon start of construction activities. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Public Works Department. Implementation of the mitigation measure would lead to the avoidance of any noise generated by construction during the hours people would most likely be at home and be disturbed by noise. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Impact 4.9.4 Public address systems installed at the sports fields could generate noise that disturbs nearby residents. [PSM] Public address (PA) systems would be a potentially significant noise source associated with the proposed playing fields. The noise emissions of the public address system can be highly variable, depending on the number of speakers used in a given area, speaker height and orientation, and amplifier settings. Due to these variables, precise estimates of public address system noise emissions received at the nearest residences cannot be provided at this time. Nonetheless, because public address systems have historically been a source of nuisance noise, this impact is considered potentially significant. Mitigation Measures Mitigation Measure 4.3.2c sets a time limit on activities in the complex,which would reduce the amount of time nearby residents would be exposed to noise from the PA systems. In addition,the following mitigation measures is recommended: MM 4.9.4a Regardless of when events are terminated at the soccer,baseball,and softball fields, the PA system shall be designed so as to produce the minimum possible noise levels at the nearest existing residential areas. If sporting events are to be concluded prior to 10:00 p.m., the PA system installed at the stadium shall be designed and tested so as not to exceed an average noise level of 50 dB Leq at the nearest residential property lines. If such events are to be concluded after 10:00 p.m.,the PA systems shall be designed and • tested so as not to exceed average noise levels of 40 dB at the nearest residential property lines. These levels include a 5 dB penalty for annoyance associated with speech. In recognition of Regional and Tournament play,the 50 dB Leq may be used past 10 p.m. for one three-day event each year. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.9-13 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.9 NOISE Timing/Implementation: Upon commencement of project operations. Enforcement/Monitoring:City of Redding Community Services Department-Recreation Division or private concessionaire, whichever manages facility. Implementation of the mitigation measures would reduce the amount of exposure of nearby residents to noise from PA system to levels that would be under City noise standards for non-transportation sources (see Table 4.9-3). Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.9.5 Project traffic combined with projected cumulative traffic would generate increased noise levels. [LS] Table 4.9-6 shows projected noise increases resulting from traffic generated by the project plus traffic expected to generated in the area by the year 2020, based upon the City of Redding General Plan (see Section 4.1 I, Transportation and Traffic). According to Table 4.9-6, changes in the noise levels along the roadway segments studied would result in no greater than a 1.4 dB increase under cumulative traffic conditions. These increase would be under all thresholds of significance as set forth in Table 4.9-4. Therefore, cumulative traffic noise impacts are considered less than significant. REFERENCES City of Redding Draft General Plan, March 27, 2000. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Review 4.9-14 November 2000 SECTION 4. I 0 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES 4.10 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES This section evaluates the potential impacts of the Redding Sports Complex on public services and utilities. Public services include fire protection, police protection and medical services. Utilities include water distribution, wastewater collection, solid waste collection, and electricity. The information in this section is based upon a review of the Public Hearing Draft General Plan (2000), the Public Hearing Draft General Plan EIR, and consultation with City staff and area service providers. 4.10.1 SETTING WATER The subject property is located within the service area of the Bella Vista Water District (BVWD), a publically-owned district that serves a 53-square mile area, or the City of Redding. Coordination between the City and the BVWD is provided by an"annexation agreement"which ensure that systems and fire flows are constructed and maintained in accordance with City of Redding standards. Although the subject property is now entirely within the City limits, water will continue to be supplied by the BVWD pursuant to the terms of Annexation Agreement No. 1949 between the City of Redding and BVWD. Pursuant to this agreement, should BVWD be unable to supply adequate water service at some future date, the City of Redding will provide water in accordance with adopted standards, policies, and payments of fees and connection charges. (Source: City of Redding General Plan E1R). The BVWD provides both domestic and agricultural irrigation water to approximately 4,800 customers. Water comes from two sources: (I) the Sacramento River via the Wintu Pump Station located within the City limits and (2) five district wells. Surface water is treated at the BVWD's facilities located adjacent to the Quail Ridge Subdivision within the city limits. The water is of good quality, but is subject to winter turbidity problems. Groundwater is typically of good quality, but some taste problems with iron and manganese occur. Normally, water is chlorinated at each well site to partially control taste and odor problems and to provide a residual chlorine concentration within the distribution system. (Source: City of Redding General Plan and General Plan EIR). It is anticipated that Phase I of the project will utilize approximately 0.I mgd gallons per day. Future phases are expected to utilize an additional 0.I mgd gallons per day. According to BVWD staff,water demand for the Sports Complex could be met by a 12 inch water main in Viking Way and an 8-inch main running through the park that would tie into the existing 8-inch main on the south side of the property. This configuration would be consistent with the line sizing shown in the BVWD's Master Water Plan. Depending on the final demand of the complex,the size of the water line through the facility may need to be increased. It is not anticipated that easements would be needed for this water main extension. (Source: Bella Vista Water District letter dated 8/30/00.) City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.10-1 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.10 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES Alternatively. the City of Redding could extend water to the property from its Corporation Yard and Transfer Facility located to the west of the project boundaries. This would entail looping an 8-inch water line through the site. Additional improvements to the City's water system may be needed to ensure adequate flow. These improvements are included in the City's Master Water Plan, and entail extending a line south across State Route 44 to loop to an existing line in Goodwater Road.While these improvements are included in the City's Master Plan, they are not scheduled for completion within the next year, which is the anticipated schedule for completing Phase I of the Sports Complex. WASTEWATER The City of Redding is the sole provider of sanitary sewer service within the Planning Area. The Planning Area is divided into two separate service areas known as the Clear Creek Sewer Service Area and the Stillwater Sewer Service Area. The subject properties lies within the Stillwater Sewer Service Area. The Stillwater Plant came on-line in 1992. The design capacity of the facility is four million gallons per day(mgd) of average dry weather flow,which will treat wastewater from 13,000 residential household equivalents,or a population of nearly 31,000. This plant has been designed for future expansions to 6.0 mgdwd in the year 2005 and 8.0 mgdwd in the year 2012 as future growth requires additional capacity. Further,sufficient land is available at the treatment plant site for further expansion beyond 8.0 mgdwd. The plant received an average flow of 2.7 mgd of dry weather flow in 1999. This is 69% of current capacity. (Source: City of Redding General Plan E1R). The City of Redding's Draft General Plan states that as of 1999, there were 34,020 HE's within the system. This is 37% of the 92,045 HE's estimated for ultimate development of the service area. With proposed future expansions, and correction of current inflow and infiltration difficulties, the two treatment facilities will be able to accommodate the forecasted growth. (Source: City of Redding General Plan- 2000). Public restrooms could be provided at the site to serve users of the Sports Complex. Sewer service would be provided by the City. Phase I sewer would be provided through a gravity system linking to an existing sewer line in the Corporation Yard to the west of the facility.As the project nears buildout, several of the facilities may be too low to flow by gravity into this line.The City has two options for sewer service in this case: installing a liftstation, or extending a sewer line to the south. Several routes for sewer extension are being considered, in particular an extension of an eight inch main from Innsbruck Drive, south of the site. The extension, which would be approximately 1,000 feet in length, may require the acquisition of an easement. The other alternative is the extension of a line from the existing four inch force main along Abernathy Lane. The extension would begin at an existing stub-out located on the Transfer Station site and would be approximately 1,000 feet in length. Since this extension would go through City property, no Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.10-2 November 2000 easements would need to be acquired. Depending on the timing of the improvements, a new sewer line could be extended in Old Oregon Trail south. STORM WATER DRAINAGE The Redding Planning Area contains fifteen hydrologic basins. The project is located within the Stillwater and Clover Creek hydrologic basins. Storm drainage facilities within the city limits are operated and maintained by the City. There is an existing stormwater detention facility adjacent to the project site as part of the city corporation yard. According to the drainage study prepared for the project, the existing detention basin has adequate capacity to accommodate runoff from the project in the Clover Creek drainage basin. (See the Hydrology and Water Quality Section for more details). (Source: City of Redding General Plan and General Plan EIR) SOLID WASTE Solid waste generated in the Planning Area is disposed of at Shasta County's Richard W. Curry/West Central Sanitary Landfill. Under existing state permits, the landfill has sufficient capacity to accommodate the disposal of solid waste at least to the year 2017. (Source: City of Redding General Plan). To help reduce the waste stream, the City has established a source reduction and recycling program which involves the collection of residential, curbside recyclables and green waste, community education, and operation of a voluntary drop-off facility at the Solid Waste Transfer/Recycling Facility. ELECTRICITY Electrical service will be provided by the Redding Municipal Utility, which receives energy from Keswick Dam over a I I 5,000-volt transmission facility owned and operated by the City of Redding.. The City has indicated that the Redding Sports Complex could easily be served by the existing facilities adjacent to the site. A 15,000 volt (kv) overhead line passes through the eastern portion of the project site. A 115kV substation is located adjacent to the site, south of Tarmac Road. FIRE PROTECTION Fire service is provided by the City of Redding Fire Department. The closest fire station to the project site is Station 5, located approximately 2 miles to the west at 9555 Hartnell Street as shown on Figure 4.10- This station is manned by a minimum of four firefighters 24 hours a day. Response time from Station 5 to the project site is approximately 3 to 4 minutes, which is considered satisfactory emergency response (source: Redding Fire Department). City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I 0-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I 0 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES In the event of a major incident at the site, additional fire fighters and equipment would be available at Fire Station 4, located at 2605 South Bonnyview Road,approximately 5 miles southwest of the site (see Figure 4.10-1). Response time from this station is approximately 7 minutes. In addition, because the Redding Fire Department and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CDF) have a mutual-aid agreement, CDF would also respond to a fire or health-related incident, if requested. CDF maintains a fire station at the Redding Municipal Airport, approximately 4 miles southeast of the site. The response time from the CDF station to the site is approximately 7 minutes. With respect to the adequacy of fire flows, the water mains in the area are sufficient to provide adequate fire flows to the proposed development. The project will be required to provide adequate fire fighting improvements on the site,which may include,but is not limited to providing on-site fire hydrants and access for fire vehicles. MEDICAL SERVICES In addition to the Redding Fire Department described above, Mercy Medical Center Redding would also respond to medical emergencies at the Redding Sports complex site. The Medical Center is located approximately 3.5 miles west of the project site. The Medical Center is located at 2175 Rosaline Avenue, south of Court Street (see Figure 4.10-2). POLICE PROTECTION Police protection for the project area is provided primarily by the City of Redding Police Department. The Police Department is located at 1313 California Street, approximately 2.5 miles north of the project site. The Department had 107 sworn officers in 1999. The ratio of sworn police officers per 1,000 residents in 1999 was 1.36. The Police Department has established a geographic-based "beat" system to respond to calls for service. There are currently six "beats" covering the city's 59-square mile area. (see Figure 4.10-3). A "beat" is based upon population density, calls for service, traffic load, and response times. The city also has a mutual-aid agreement with Shasta County Sheriff's Department. The Sheriffs Office, therefore, may also respond to certain emergencies at the Sports Complex. The Sheriffs Office is located at 1500 Court Street, approximately 4 miles west of the project site. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.10-4 November 2000 ., . ( ,,,,,,m, ....;) ip. • 1(i • Tj(• j, uSTA Er qD. ) 0 .-'4 :/4.,::.$ 'l'i•..::.1...--...." -:,.,0E..di 41.1'' i''' .(.: 0)"i::::::::7i.:;J;;":1:.:11611-0, •P 111 / Vii:i9i:;;iil'aiggii �. � . ..... ` • * ;. • ^: FL. ", 0 411 ,;.;:iiiiiiiiiiiiimta-i.r4.14! Odt A - ..,„: _,..: • ..ii , 1118111 VEF i fY1n STATION 1 .41 A STATION 2 STATION 3 ������� STATION 4 ���� -�• ® STATION 5 N Ma STATION 6 J ' Mein STATION • STATION LOCATION Source: City of Redding General Plan PMC FIGURE 4.10-I —tom 4.10-5 . - Fire Station Response Areas ti oI. 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Crime Beats 4.10 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES 4.10.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN (2000) The City's newly adopted General Plan contains the following goals and policies pertaining to public services and utilities which are applicable to the Redding Sports Complex project: Municipal Water Systems Goal PFS. Maintain an adequate level of service in the City's water system to meet existing and future needs. Sanitary Sewer Collection and Treatment Goal PF6. Maintain an adequate level of service in the City's sewage collection and treatment system to meet existing and future needs. Electrical Service Goal PF7. Provide safe, reliable, competitively priced electricity for existing and future city electric customers. Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Goal PF8. Provide for efficient collection and disposal of solid waste while maintaining an adequate waste disposal capacity. Policy PF8C. Continue to implement the City's Source Reduction and Recycling Element and expand identified programs, when feasible, in order to meet or exceed state mandated waste diversion goals. Stormwater Facilities Goal PF9. Avoid increases in existing 100-year flood levels. Policy PF9A. Establish the following thresholds for stormwater drainage facilities: • Design drainage facilities to convey a I 00-year storm. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.10-8 November 2000 4.10 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES • Until adequate regional stormwater facilities are in place, utilize a policy of"no net increase in runoff' for development projects in all drainage basins where existing development is within the 100-year floodplain. Law Enforcement Goal PF2. Ensure a high level of police protection for the city's residents, businesses, and visitors. Policy PF2A. Establish the following thresholds for police services: • Maintain, at a minimum, a sworn officer to population ratio of 1.36 officers per 1,000 population. • Respond to 85% of Priority I calls within 5 minutes of being dispatched. Fire Protection Goal PF4. Ensure adequate fire protection and emergency medical response for residents and businesses in the community. Policy PF4A. Establish the following thresholds for fire protection services: • Maintain a community ISO rating of 3 or better • Respond to 90 percent of all calls within 5 minutes of being dispatched. 4.1 0.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines indicates that a project may have a significant effect on utilities and service systems if it results in any of the following: I) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.10-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I 0 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES 2) Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects. 3) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects. 4) Require new or expanded entitlements to water supplies. 5) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the project that it does not have adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand, in addition to the provider's existing commitments. 6) Is served by a landfill with insufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs. 7) Does not comply with Federal, State and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste. With respect to impacts upon public services, Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines indicates that a project may have significant effect if it results in a need for new or altered government services or supplies, or requires substantial alteration to fire protection, police protection, schools, schools or other public facilities. METHODOLOGY Existing capacity for both water and wastewater systems were determined through discussions and correspondence with City of Redding staff. Existing capacity for electrical service to the site was also determined through discussions with city staff. The ability to provide adequate fire and police service to the site was determined through discussions with Police and Fire Department staff. PROJECT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Water Impact 4.1 0.1 The project would result in an increased demand for water. [LS] The project will result in an increase in water usage through the establishment and maintenance of 80+ acres of ballfields and ornamental landscaping. This will place a greater demand on the City's water distribution system, serviced in this area by the Bella Vista Water District. Bella Vista Water District Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.10-1 0 November 2000 4.I 0 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES staff have reviewed the proposed Redding Sports Complex project and have indicated that the Sports complex's water needs can met by a I2-inch main in Viking Way and an 8- or 10-inch main running through the park that would tie into the existing 8-inch main on the south side of the property. The I 0- inch line may be needed to meet minimum 1,500 gallons per minute fire flow. The amount of water utilized by the project will be minimized through the use of low-flow plumbing fixtures the use of drought-tolerant plant species for all ornamental landscaping. Because existing water is available to serve the project, the project's impacts upon public water supply are considered less than significant. Wastewater Impact 4.1 0.2 The project would generate additional demand for wastewater treatment services. [LS] The inclusion of new public restroom facilities at the Sports Complex site would increase the demand for wastewater treatment service. The General Plan EIR states that "with proposed future expansions, and correction of current inflow and infiltration difficulties, the city's two treatment facilities will be able to accommodate the forecasted growth." This forecasted growth anticipated and analyzed in the General Plan EIR includes the siting of a regional sports complex on the subject property. Impacts upon the city's wastewater system, therefore, are considered less than significant. Storm Drainage Impact 4.1 0.3 The project may place additional demands on the existing storm drainage system in the City. [LS] The project will result in an increase in impervious surface at the site which could place greater demands upon the City's storm drainage facilities. As discussed more fully in the Hydrology Section of this report (Section 4.6), the Redding Sports Complex will incorporate detention facilities into the design to handle storm runoff from the project. Such facilities will be designed to accommodate runoff from a 100 year storm as required by city policy. In addition, the project will be designed to comply with the city's policy of"no net increase in runoff." With the incorporation of such detention facilities into the project design, the project's impacts upon the city's storm drainage system will be less than significant. Electricity Impact 4.1 0.4 The project would increase demand for electric power. [LS] City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.10-1 I Draft Environmental impact Report 4.I0 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES According to the City of Redding, the existing Redding Municipal Utility electric power lines in the project vicinity have sufficient capacity to serve the proposed project. New services would be tied directly to the existing electric power lines. The projected increase in demand would not substantially impact existing service providers. The City has a substation at the corner of Tarmac and Abernathy Roads, with sufficient capacity to meet the projected increase in demand. Impacts, therefore, are considered less than significant. Solid Waste Impact 4.10.5 The project would generate an additional demand for solid waste collection services. [LS] The Sports Complex will result in an the generation of additional waste stream from public trash receptacles to be provided on-site and from green waste generated through the maintenance of the ballfields and ornamental landscaping on the site. As indicated in the General Plan EIR, the city's existing landfill has sufficient capacity to accommodate the disposal of solid waste generated throughout the region at least to the year 2017. The development of a regional park at the subject site has been included in the waste generation forecasts in the City of Redding General Plan (2000). The General Plan EIR concludes that given the existing capacity of the regional landfill, together with recycling efforts, there will be adequate facilities to serve projected growth, which includes the proposed project. The project's contribution of additional waste stream will be minimized by including recycling facilities, including a recycling program for green waste, into the project design. The inclusion of such facilities will comply with the city's policies for reducing the generation of solid waste as required by state law. The project's impacts upon the region's solid waste facilities will be less than significant. Public Services Impact 4.10.6 The project would require additional police and fire protection services. [LS] The project would result in a minor increase in demand for police and fire services at the site. The project may generate additional calls for police and fire service in the area; however, such impacts are not considered to be significant since athletic facilities generally do not generate a significant number of calls. It is anticipated that no additional police or fire personnel or equipment would be needed to serve the project. Overall security at the site could be enhanced by installing fencing of key areas, providing locked gates at the project entrances, and installing security alarms in the indoor facilities. The project will be designed to include adequate water service connections, fire hydrants, and fire access to meet all requirements for fire protection at the site in accordance with California Fire Code standards. The project's impacts upon existing police and fire services are considered less than significant. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.10-1 2 November 2000 4.I0 PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.I 0.7 The project would contribute to increasing demands on public services and utilities as a result of City development. [LS] The proposed Redding Sports Complex, in conjunction with future development in the area, and region as a whole, would place additional demands on city services and utilities. City policies require all developments to provide infrastructure improvements and/or pay impact fees at the time of site development to off-set such impacts. Adhering to these policies ensures that impacts on service will be mitigated as part of the development approval process. The project's contribution to this impact has been identified and considered within the Public Hearing Draft General Plan EIR. City and regional facilities relating to water, wastewater, solid waste and electricity have been found to be adequate to serve the proposed project and regional development anticipated in the General Plan. With respect to drainage, the project will include an on-site stormwater detention facility to mitigate the project's increase in stormwater runoff. The project, therefore, will not overburden the city's storm drainage system. No additional police or fire personnel or equipment would be needed to serve the project. Continued implementation of city policy to hire additional police officers and fire personnel as the city to grows in population will provide the necessary personnel for fire and police services. The project's impacts upon city utilities and public services, therefore, are anticipated to be less than significant. REFERENCES City of Redding, General Plan, October 2000. City of Redding, General Plan Environmental Impact Report, October 2000. City of Redding, Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Redding Solid Waste Transfer Station/Recycling Facility and Redding Area Bus Authority Central Operations Hub Project, November 1990. Personal Communication Don Groundwater, Bella Vista Water District City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I 0-13 Draft Environmental Impact Report SECTION 4. I 1 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION 4.11 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION The Transportation and Circulation section of this EIR describes the potential transportation and circulation impacts associated with the development of the proposed City of Redding Sports Complex. The analysis focuses on potential impacts to the roadway, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian systems in the vicinity of the proposed project. As necessary, mitigation measures are identified to offset any impacts deemed significant. This section includes three parts. The first two parts are the environmental and regulatory settings. The environmental setting describes the existing transportation system and the regulatory setting describes the City of Redding General Plan goals and policies that apply to the project. The third part describes the impact analysis, potential project impacts, and associated mitigation measures to offset significant impacts. 4.11.1 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING The proposed City of Redding Sports Complex project would be located west of Old Oregon Trail, south of Viking Way, and north of Tarmac Road (see Figure 4.I I-I). The site consists of 104 total acres adjacent to the City of Redding Corporation Yard and Solid Waste Transfer Station. Existing conditions for the study area transportation system are described below. EXISTING TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM The existing transportation system in the vicinity of the proposed project primarily consists of roadways. A detailed description of the roadways in the study area is provided below and followed by discussions relative to other modes, including transit, bicycles, and pedestrians. Roadway System In the vicinity of the project site, the following major roadways provide for existing circulation and access. State Route 44 (SR 44) is an east-west four-lane divided freeway that connects Interstate 5 near downtown Redding to areas east of the city limits. East of the Old Oregon Trail interchange, SR 44 becomes a two-lane expressway. Old Oregon Trail is a north-south two-lane rural arterial that extends from north of Redding to SR 44 where it becomes Airport Road. The segment of Old Oregon Trail from Old Alturas Road to SR 44 consists of rolling terrain with a posted speed of 35 m.p.h. This roadway segment will serve as the primary access to the proposed project. Old Alturas Road is an east-west two-lane rural arterial that extends west of Old Oregon Trail to Churn Creek Road and east of Old Oregon Trail to Boyle Road. Old Alturas Road consists of slightly rolling terrain and has a posted speed of 35 m.p.h. Viking Way is an east-west two-lane rural collector. Viking Way consists of slightly rolling terrain extending from Old Oregon Trail west past Abernathy Lane. West of Abernathy Lane, Viking Way primarily serves as access to industrial uses. The City of Redding Corporation Yard and Solid WasteTransfer Station is located at the intersection of Viking Way and Abernathy Road. This roadway has a posted speed of 35 m.p.h. and is proposed to serve as a secondary project access. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I I-I Draft Environmental Impact Report Ij E• It rS no. ow 1 REDDING ,` •F------- , a c� VI WY.CO MEE , ., 4 1 E.CYPRESS AVE. V•1- ' PROJECT T SITE OLDFr F. RDfi. MARTNELL AVE. U 80 I 5 O O D gD 1 RANCHO RD. 11 N NOT TO SCALE Source: Fehr & Peers Associates, Inc. PMC FIGURE 4.1 I-I 1-- 4.I 1-2 :.-.. .... Study Area 4.I I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION Old Forty-Four Drive is an east-west two-lane rural collector that extends from the west of Old Oregon Trail east to Deschutes Road. Old Forty-Four Drive consists of slightly rolling terrain and has a posted speed of 35 m.p.h. Intersections of the study area roadways are a key component of the roadway system. These are the "nodes" that connect and interconnect all individual roadway segments of the system. Intersections are usually the critical elements of the roadway system in assuring adequate travel capacity, minimizing delays, maximizing safety, and minimizing environmental impacts. TRAFFIC OPERATIONS To determine the existing operating conditions of these roadways, five intersections were selected for analysis by City of Redding Staff. Traffic operations were analyzed during the p.m. peak hour for each intersection. The p.m. peak hour, or one-hour period between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. with the highest traffic volume on adjacent roadways, was analyzed to determine the worst-case traffic conditions with and without the proposed project. Trips generated during the a.m. peak hour for a sports complex are considered insignificant. Therefore, a.m. peak hour volumes were not analyzed. Operating conditions are typically described in terms of "Level of Service" (LOS). Level of service is a qualitative measurement of the effect from various factors on traffic operating conditions, including speed, travel time, traffic interruptions, freedom to maneuver, safety, driving comfort, and convenience. Level of service measurements range from "LOS A" (the best conditions) to "LOS F" (the worst conditions). Empirical LOS criteria and methods of calculation have been developed by the Transportation Research Board (TRB) and documented in the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), Special Report 209, Third Edition, 1994. These LOS definitions and calculation methods are the prevailing measurement standard used throughout the United States and are used in this study. Determining LOS for roadways and intersections requires different measurements, thus different methodologies are used for each analysis (i.e., stop-sign controlled intersections, signal controlled intersections, and roadway segments). The methods in the HCM identify LOS based on the average total delay in seconds incurred per vehicle for stop-controlled intersections. Signalized intersection LOS is based upon average stopped delay in seconds incurred per vehicle. Roadway segment LOS is determined by applying a standard capacity to roadway segments of different sizes (i.e., number of lanes, roadway type). The number of vehicles on the roadway segment per day is applied to this standard and the result is a ratio that determines roadway segment LOS. The specific LOS definitions for stop sign controlled intersections, signalized intersections, and roadway segments are shown in Table 4.1 I-I, 4.1 1-2, and 4.I 1-3, respectively. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I I-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.1 1 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION TABLE 4.1 I-I STOP-SIGN CONTROLLED INTERSECTION LOS CRITERIA LOS Description Average Vehicle Delay (Seconds/Vehicle) A Little or no conflicting traffic for minor street approach. 0.0 - 5.0 B Minor street approach begins to notice presence of available 5.I - 10.0 gaps. C Minor street approach begins experiencing delay for available j 10-I - 20.0 gaps. i --- D Minor street approach experiences queuing due to a reduction 20.1 -30.0 in available gaps. E Extensive minor street queuing due to insufficient gaps. 30.I -45.0 F ' Insufficient gaps of suitable size tp allow minor street traffic >45.0 demand to safely cross through the major traffic stream. Source:Highway Capacity Manual(Transportation Research Board, 1994). TABLE 4.11-2 SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION LOS CRITERIA LOS Description Average Vehicle Delay (Seconds) A Uncongested operations;all queues clear in a single cycle 0 - 5 B Very light congestion; an occasional phase is fully utilized 5.1 - 15.0 C Light congestion; occasional queues on approaches. 15.1 - 25.0 D Significant congestion on critical approaches, but intersection is 25.I - 40.0 functional. Cars required to wait through more than one cycle during short peaks. No longstanding queues formed. E Severe congestion with some longstanding queues on critical 40.1 - 60.0 approaches. Traffic queue may block nearby intersection(s) upstream of critical approach (es). F Total breakdown, stop-and-go operation ! > 60.0 Source: Highway Capacity Manual(Transportation Research Board, 1994). Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.11-4 November 2000 4.I I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION TABLE 4.I 1-3 ROADWAY SEGMENT LEVEL OF SERVICE CRITERIA Functional Classification LOS A LOS B LOS C LOS D LOS E Freeway 6,110-per lane 9,770-per lane 14,340-per lane 17,590-per lane 19,200-per lane Expressway—High Access Control 6,300-per lane 7,350-per lane 8,400-per lane 9,450-per lane 10,500-per lane Urban Arterial - Low Access Control 4,740-per lane 5,530-per lane 6,320-per lane 7,110-per lane 7,900-per lane Rural Rnariway 15(10-per lane 7 950-per lane 4 ROO-per lane 7 750-per lane l7 500-per lane Source:City of Redding General Plan (2000) The proposed project may have impacts to certain study intersections serving the project site. The study area intersections determined by the City of Redding Staff are listed below: • Old Oregon Trail/Old Alturas Road; • Old Oregon TrailNiking Way; • Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive; • Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 Westbound Ramps; and • Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 Eastbound Ramps. Figure 4.11-2 shows the existing lane configurations, traffic controls, and p.m. peak hour traffic volumes for each study intersection. Fehr & Peers Associates conducted p.m. peak hour traffic counts at the study area intersections on Thursday, August I 0, 2000. The peak one-hour period between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. for this analysis is 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Existing Conditions Operations Using the lane configurations at the study intersections and the traffic volumes identified by the counts, existing p.m. peak hour intersection LOS is determined using the methodology described earlier in this section. Table 4.1 I-4 displays the existing LOS and delay estimate for each study intersection. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I I-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.1 I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION TABLE 4.I 1-4 P.M. PEAK HOUR INTERSECTION LEVEL OF SERVICE EXISTING CONDITIONS Average Delay Intersection Traffic Control (seconds/vehicle) LOS Airport Road/SR 44 EB Ramps Stop-sign 6.9 B Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 WB Ramps Stop-sign 3.5 A Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive Stop-sign >45.0 E Old Oregon TrailNiking Way Stop-sign 0.9 A nld nrcipn Trail/nld Alt] rac Rnad Srnp-ciyji 4 5 A Source:Fehr&Peers Associates, 2000 All intersections operate at LOS B or better in the p.m. peak hour under existing conditions with the exception of the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection, which operates at LOS E. Transit System Public transportation in the Redding area is provided by the Redding Area Bus Authority (R.A.B.A.), which provides both fixed-route and demand-response transit services. According to R.A.B.A., no fixed- route service is provided within the vicinity of the project site. The demand-response service provides door-to-door transportation for individuals who, because of a mobility-impairment, are unable to use the fixed-route service. Therefore, only demand response service is available within the vicinity of the proposed project. Bicycle and Pedestrian System Bicycle facilities are defined in the City of Redding General Plan as follows: • Class I Bikeways (Paths) — Characterized by completely separate rights-of way separating cyclists from motorists; • Class II Bikeways (Lanes) — Delineated by signs and striping along street shoulders; and • Class III Bikeways (Routes) — Indicated only by posted signs on existing streets. • No bicycle facilities (i.e., Class I — III Bikeways) exist within the vicinity of the proposed project. 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FIGURE 4.1 1-2 PMC Roadway Geometrics, Traffic Control, '1-- 4.1 1-7 :-.f......:.-,0,-.:...•:: And Peak Hour Traffic 4.11 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION REGULATORY SETTING Numerous regulations and policies from the Circulation Element of the City of Redding General Plan (2000) apply to the transportation system within the study area. Policy documents were reviewed as part of this study to assist in the development of impact significance criteria. A brief summary of the applicable regulatory guidelines reviewed for this study is provided below. CITY OF REDDING GENERAL PLAN (2000) Transportation Element Goal TI. Coordinate transportation and land use planning; protect existing and planned land uses from transportation-related conflicts; promote multi-modal transportation options. Policy TIA. Establish the following peak-hour LOS standards for transportation planning and project review... • Use LOS "C"- "acceptable delays" — for most arterial streets and their intersections. • Use LOS "D" — "tolerable delays"- for streets within the State highway system and interchanges. Policy TIB. Require development projects to construct both on- and off-site improvements as necessary to mitigate the effects of increased traffic generated by the project and maintain peak-hour LOS standards established by Policy TIA. The traffic analysis used to establish the mitigating measures shall be based upon the City's Traffic Model or other City-approved method. Improvements may be deferred by the City upon approval of a Deferred Improvement Plan which identifies improvements needed, costs, funding sources, and other pertinent data required by the City. Goal T5. Protect residential neighborhoods from excessive through traffic, where feasible. Policy TSE. Route through traffic around the perimeters of neighborhoods where possible. Goal T7. Ensure that sufficient, well-designed, and convenient on-street and off-street parking facilities are provided to serve land uses throughout the city. Policy T7B. Generally prohibit on-street parking on arterial streets outside the Downtown area to reduce congestion and conflicts. Goal T8. Make it easier and safer for people to travel by bicycle. Policy T8G. Require new development to provide bicycle facilities to pay in-lieu fees based on the fair share of that development's impacts on the bikeway system and needs identified on the Comprehensive Bikeway Plan. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I I-8 November 2000 4.1 1 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION 4.1 1.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES The transportation impact analysis identifies impacts to the roadway, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian systems. This section begins by describing the thresholds for determining when an impact is considered significant. The discussion of thresholds is followed by a description of the analysis methodology and the section concludes with the presentation of specific project impacts and mitigation measures under existing plus project conditions and cumulative plus project conditions. SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA A significant environmental impact would occur if the proposed project would: Roadway System • Cause the existing or cumulative no-project LOS at an analysis location to worsen from LOS A, B, or C to LOS D, E, or F; • Exacerbate the existing or cumulative no project LOS D, E, or F at an analysis location; • Create an inconsistency with policies concerning roadway systems set forth in the City of Redding General Plan; • Create an inconsistency with policies concerning roadway design set forth in the City of Redding improvement Standards. Transit System • Create demand for public transit service above that which is provided, or planned to be provided; • Disrupt existing public transit services or facilities; • Interfere with planned public transit services or facilities; • Create an inconsistency with policies concerning transit systems set forth in the City of Redding General Plan. Bicycle and Pedestrian System • Disrupt existing bicycle or pedestrian facilities; • Interfere with planned bicycle or pedestrian facilities; • Create an inconsistency with policies concerning bicycle and pedestrian systems set forth in the City of Redding General Plan. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I I-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.1 1 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION METHODOLOGY The discussion below describes the steps that were followed in estimating the number of project trips, determining the distribution of project trips, assigning the project trips to the roadway network, and analyzing traffic operations under existing plus project conditions and cumulative plus project conditions. Phase I Discussion The City proposes to build the Sports Complex in at least two phases. The first phase, as described in the project description, would result in approximately one half of the overall development of the site. Table 4.11-5 represents the anticipated traffic volume from this first phase of development. During the model run for full buildout of the project, it was determined that three intersections would be affected by the project: Shasta View Drive & Tarmac, Old Oregon Trail & Old Forty-Four Drive, Airport Road & State Route 44 East Bound Ramps. Of these three intersections, Shasta View Drive & Tarmac is scheduled for signal improvements in Fiscal Year 2000/01, and will be constructed prior to Phase I of the project. The intersection of Old Oregon Trail & Old Forty-Four Drive is currently at LOS E, and Phase I of the project will increase traffic at this intersection. Because the intersection currently meets the threshold for a signal, and the first phase of the project will exacerbate this condition, the project will be required to either construct the signal, or participate in the scheduled construction for the improvement in each phase. Signalization of this intersection is funded by the adopted Traffic Impact Fee program (TIF). The intersection of Old Oregon Trail & State Route 44 East Bound Ramps, is anticipated to move from LOS B (existing) to LOS D at the completion of Phase I. Full buildout of the project will reduce the LOS at this intersection to LOS F. Similar to the Old Oregon Trail & Old Forty-Four, the revised TIF to be adopted in January, 2001 provides funding to construct these improvements. The improvements are part of the City's five-year capital improvement program, and are assumed to be constructed prior to buildout of the project. Phase I will be required to participate in the improvements through payment of the traffic impact fee or direct construction. Table 4.11-5 Phase I Daily and P.M. Peak Hour Trip Generation Phase I Amount Trip Rate Trips Land Use --- PM Peak Hour 1 PM Peak Hour Daily —i Daily Total In Out ! I Total I In Out Softball (fields) 3 180 i 25.20 12.6 12.6 540 I 76 38 38 Baseball (fields) Soccer (fields)_ ! 5 180 25.20 12.60 ; 12.60 900 ' 126 63 63 i Community Center (ksf) I j Total Trips: (Phase I) ' 1,440 202 101 101 Note:ksf=thousand square feet Source:Pacific Municipal Consultants,2000 Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I I-I 0 November 2000 4.1 I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION Existing Plus Project Conditions For the following analysis, the proposed project was assumed to be completely developed. The 104- acre sports park proposes to include 6 softball fields, 2 baseball fields, 5 soccer fields, a 40,000 square foot multi-use building, batting cages, concession stands, sports courts, and a trail system. A two-lane paved driveway that would extend 1,000 feet westward from Old Oregon Trail to a parking lot on-site would initially provide access to the project site. Primary access to the site would be via a driveway on the south side of Viking Way, located approximately 200 feet west of the Viking Way/Old Oregon Trail intersection, which will lead to designated parking areas on the site. Secondary emergency access would be provided via a driveway off Old Oregon Trail, approximately 0.25 miles southeast of the intersection of Old Oregon Trail and Viking Way. Project parking would be provided on-site with a total of 850 parking spaces. The methods used to determine existing plus project conditions are described in the following subsection. The trips generated by the project under this scenario were added to the existing roadway system. Trip Generation Data relative to trip generation characteristics for sports parks is limited. The most common reference for trip generation data, Trip Generation (6th Edition, Institute of Transportation Engineers, 1997, pages 646-647) includes a weekday rate of 4.57 trip ends per acre and a p.m. peak hour rate of 0.20 trip ends per acre for a Regional Park. A caution relative to use of these rates is included due to the small sample size. Further research of the sources of these data indicates that sports parks were not included. The data are for uses such as beaches, pools and lakes, picnicking, hiking trails and overnight camping. Using these rates for the proposed sports complex would potentially underestimate project trip generation. The proposed project land use is unique, and professional references for applicable trip generation rates are not available. To obtain trip generation information for this particular land use, Fehr & Peers Associates, Inc. conducted a review of previously completed traffic studies for similar projects in California. Fehr & Peers reviewed seven sources of trip generation data from other studies and considered project size, rates, research data, and applicability. Based on this review, trip rate information from the following two sources were selected for use in this study: • Freeway Sports Complex DR, City of Glendale,July 1996; • City of Laguna Hills Community Center Park E1R, City of Laguna Hills, May 1997. These studies estimated trips based on traffic counts at individual components of a sports park such as baseball fields, softball fields, soccer fields, and multi-use buildings. These rates were applied to the proposed uses and quantities of the Redding Sports Complex and the resulting trip generation is shown on Table 4.I 1-6. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I I-I I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.1 I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION TABLE 4.1 1-6 DAILY AND P.M. PEAK HOUR TRIP GENERATION Land Use Amount Trip Rate Trips Daily PM Peak Hour Daily PM Peak Hour Total In Out Total In Out Softball (fields) 6 180.0 25.20 12.60 12.60 1,080 15 I 76 75 Baseball (fields) 2 180.0 25.20 12.60 12.60 360 50 25 25 Soccer (fields) 5 180.0 25.20 12.60 12.60 900 126 63 63 Community 40 22.00 1.75 0.88 0.87 915 70 35 35 Center (ksf) Total Trips: 3,255 397 199 198 Notes: ksf=thousand square feet Source:Fehr&Peers Associates,2000. Trip Distribution Figure 4.4-3 shows the estimated project trip distribution. Since the distribution of project trips depends on spatial distribution of residential uses in the area, a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) model of Shasta County was used to inventory all residential uses in directional locations (i.e., north, south, east, west). Residential uses within the study area were geographically divided into sectors, and the quantity of homes in each sector was totaled. The percentage of the total homes in each sector along with existing traffic data was used to determine the directional distribution of project trips. Trip Assignment The project trips were added to the existing traffic counts based on the trip distribution percentages in Figure 4.1 1-3. The resulting "existing plus project" p.m. peak hour traffic volumes are shown on Figure 4.1 1-4. Intersection Analysis Based on the traffic volumes shown in Figure 4.1 I-4, an operations analysis was performed for the five study intersections. The results are shown in Table 4.I I-7. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I 1-12 November 2000 4.I I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION TABLE 4.1 1-7 P.M. PEAK HOUR INTERSECTION LEVEL OF SERVICE—Existing Plus Project Conditions Existing Plus Project Intersection Traffic Control Existing Conditions Conditions Average Delay LOSAverage Delay (sec./veh.) (sec./veh.)LOS Airport Road/SR 44 EB Ramps Stop-sign 6.9 B>45.0F Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 WB Ramps Stop-sign 3.5 A4.8A Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Dr. Stop-sign >45.0 E >45.0F Old Oregon TrailNiking Way Stop-sign 0.9 A 1.3A Old Orem*Trail/Old Alrurac Rnad Stnp-cipp 4 5 A5 9R Source:Fehr&Peers Associates, 2000 The project trips added to the existing roadway system will affect traffic operations at the study intersections. In general, p.m. peak hour delays will increase at each intersection. At the intersection of Old Oregon Trail and Old Forty-Four Drive, operations would deteriorate from LOS E to F. A much greater deterioration from LOS B to F would occur at the at the Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 Eastbound Ramps intersection. Specific impact statements and mitigation measures for the intersection impacts under"existing plus project conditions" are presented later in this section. CUMULATIVE NO PROJECT CONDITIONS The analysis of traffic operations under cumulative conditions is required under CEQA to determine if the addition of project traffic in combination with other traffic growth would cumulatively result in adverse impacts. The City of Redding Staff selected Year 2020 to represent cumulative conditions in the study area, which is the same year used for the City of Redding General Plan, 2000. The following analysis of "cumulative no project conditions" provides a context for determining significant project impacts associated with cumulative plus project conditions. Traffic Forecasts Average daily traffic forecasts for Year 2020 study area roadway segments are based upon the Shasta County 2020 General Plan Traffic Model. The model projects the number of vehicle trips generated within a geographic area, called a Traffic Area Zone (TAZ). TAZ I I6 in the model represents the project area, which includes all land uses south of Viking Way, east of Abernathy Lane, north of Tarmac Road, and west of Old Oregon Trail. The traffic model forecasts 2,400 daily trips to be generated from TAZ 116 by Year 2020. However, TAZ 116 includes uses such as the City of Redding Corporation Yard and Solid Waste Transfer Station, and residences, which currently generate approximately 500 daily trips. To determine "no project" conditions, the projected land uses for the project site, which generate approximately 1,900 daily trips, were removed from TAZ 116 to yield "no project" conditions. The resulting "cumulative no project" average daily traffic volumes are shown on Figure 4.I 1-5. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.1 I-13 Draft Environmental Impact Report 1 Q 10% ce Proposed 5 Prof Access - Ii2 O VIKING WY ,Q VA ZI .1 � PROJECT r//// // SITE TARMAC RD. OG O o OLD FORTY-FOUR DR. HARTNELL AVE. U 0 N NOT TO SCALE c Source: Fehr & Peers Associates, Inc. FIGURE 4.1 1-3 PMC Project Trip Distribution —1� 4.1 1-14 1 A.r?4F3 St.I^i 4!. _44EFS,r-'s, ' ^ S.< .-1. 44L;9'' rr 3 0'.1 Dv onTr2OdFort/Fo.rDr 4 O4OregonTa,lb.v'9CJ2y Ino RE 4_52 m�ii 1 t_28 ;lam 2 r�. a7 -i e24 J i L g iii 261 „s-#� m p Q +43 - 5 t,e 48 F mRg g 5 a VK)NG NM 4 EE / Proposed ill ProjectAoceae i �ROJECT SITE. ►-1111 //� / TARMAC RD. 0 0 A N NOT TO SCALE OLD FORTY-FOUR DR. 3 HARTNELL AVE. LEGEND J -Permitted Turning Movement 2 p( -P.M.Peds Hour Volume 1 -StoP Sign 76.tc, Nio Source: Fehr &Peers Associates, Inc. FIGURE 4.1 1-4 PMC Existing Plus Project Conditions - Zr 4.1 1-15 4.1 1 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION Planned Improvements Before analyzing the traffic impacts to the study area roadways under "cumulative no project conditions", planned improvements for the study area roadway, transit, and bicycle and pedestrian systems were reviewed. The various improvements are described below. Roadway System Improvements City Traffic Impact Fee Program The City of Redding has adopted a Traffic Impact Fee program that is used to fund improvements to the circulation system throughout the City. For purposes of the fee, the City calculates the Dwelling Unit Equivalent (DUE) for each use, and assigns a fee accordingly. Based on ten (I O) trips per day per single family dwelling unit, the impacts from Phase I of the project are considered similar to 144 single family homes. The current traffic impact fee per DUE is $996. In December, 2000, the City Council will consider a major update of the TIF which probably will increase the DUE to $2,229 in 2001. The buildout DUE is 326. Given the public nature of the project, and the fact that some of the improvement costs are already programmed, the City may elect to install improvements instead of "paying" the fee. As discussed above, at least one intersection is scheduled for completion prior to Phase I, and the others are funded by the current and proposed TIF program and will be constructed based on the priorities for the TIF set by the City Council. The mitigation measures included in this section are designed to provide flexibility to the City in meeting the roadway improvements for Phase I. All of the improvements discussed in this section must be installed prior to buildout of the project. • The "cumulative no project conditions" analysis assumed the following roadway improvements identified in the City of Redding General Plan would be in place: • Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road widening to 4-lane expressway from Old Forty-Four Drive to Dersch Road. This improvement will include implementation of traffic signals at the intersections of Old Oregon Trail at Old Forty-Four, Old Oregon Trail at SR 44 westbound ramps, Old Oregon Trail at SR 44 eastbound ramps, and Airport Road at Hartnell Avenue; • Tarmac Extension as a two-lane collector from Abernathy Road to Old Oregon Trail; • State Route 44 widening (4-lane expressway) from Airport Road to Deschutes Road; and • Traffic signal at the intersection o Tarmac Road and Shasta View Drive. According to Doug Will, City of Redding Traffic Engineer, the Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road widening is already included in the City of Redding Traffic Impact Fee Program and will be implemented by 2020 (personal communication, September 25, 2000). The Tarmac Extension is not yet funded, but also does not affect the distribution or assignment of project trips. Shirley Choate, Project Manager from Caltrans anticipates that the State Route 44 widening will be programmed in the next (2002) regional transportation improvement program (RTIP) with construction likely to occur by 2005 (personal communication, September 26, 2000). Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I I-16 November 2000 4.1 1 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION Transit System Improvements As stated in the City of Redding General Plan, the City, in conjunction with RABA, will implement additional transit services to meet existing and future transit demand. At this time, there are no planned changes to transit service in the vicinity of the project. Bicycle and Pedestrian System Improvements Until the City adopts a Comprehensive Bikeway Plan, the General Plan will guide the development of a well-integrated bikeway system. The following changes to the existing bikeway system in the vicinity of the proposed project are planned by the General Plan to occur by 2020: • Construction of a Class II facility along Old Alturas Road from Old Oregon Trail to Churn Creek Road; and • Construction of a Class II facility along Old Oregon Trail from State Route 299 to the Redding Municipal Airport. Roadway Segment Analysis Based on the traffic volumes shown in Figure 4.I 1-6, an analysis of roadway operations was performed for the study area roadway segments. The results are shown in Table 4.I I-8. TABLE 4.1 1-8 AVERAGE DAILY TOTAL TRAFFIC VOLUMES—CUMULATIVE No PROJECT CONDITIONS Functional Number Roadway Segment Classification of Lanes ADT LOS Old Alturas Road e/o Old Oregon Trail Rural Roadway 2 3,800 B Old Alturas Road w/o Old Oregon Trail Urban Arterial 2 9,100 A SR 44 e/o Old Oregon Trail Expressway 4 27,700 B SR 44 w/o Old Oregon Trail Freeway 4 29,900 B Old Oregon Trail n/o Old Alturas Road Urban Arterial 2 9,100 A Old Oregon Trail s/o Viking Way Urban Arterial 2 7,000 A Old Oregon Trail n/o SR 44 WB Ramps Expressway 4 15,000 A j• pnrr Rnari c/n SR 44 FR Ramrc FxprPccway 4 _ 19 300 A Source:Fehr&Peers Associates, 2000 City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.11-17 Draft Environmental Impact Report \ \ 9,,00 9 Q' 9,300 CffO J 3,800 v 9,100 4,100 9,200 rL Proposed O Project Access I IvtKm+a wY. 0 e 1 k a CC ill . / 7,000 NrPROJECT 9,000 SITE/ TARMAC RD. O 6 D m 1.1 o z 1 OLD FORTY-FOUR DR. HARTNELL AVE. 29.900 15.000 31,000 18.800 co 0 i 27,700 19,300 27.900 19,000 LEGEND laoc 1 -Without Proposed Project p vrr -WM Proposed Project cc Future Roadway I-- N ¢ NOT TO SCALE Source: Fehr & Peers Associates, Inc. FIGURE 4.1 I-5 PMC Cumulative and Cumulative Plus --1-- 4.1 1-18 Project Roadway Segment Traffic 4.1 I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION CUMULATIVE PLUS PROJECT CONDITIONS Similar to the "cumulative no project" analysis, the "cumulative plus project" scenario also assumes that the planned roadway improvements listed above will be implemented by Year 2020. Traffic Forecasts Cumulative plus project traffic volumes were calculated by adding the daily trips generated by the proposed project (3,250 daily trips) to the "cumulative no project" volumes, yielding the "cumulative plus project" average daily traffic volumes on study area roadways. The distribution of trips to and from the site is not expected to be different than existing conditions. Therefore, the addition of project trips for "cumulative plus project" conditions was based on the project trip distribution used under existing plus project conditions, shown previously in Figure 4.1 1-3. Figure 4.1 1-6 shows "cumulative plus project" conditions average daily traffic volume forecasts. Roadway Segment Analysis Based on the traffic volumes shown in Figure 4.1 1-6, an operations analysis was performed for the study area roadway segments. The results are shown in Table 4.I 1-9. TABLE 4.I I-9 AVERAGE DAILY TOTAL TRAFFIC VOLUMES—CUMULATIVE PLUS PROJECT CONDITIONS Functional Number Roadway Segment Classification of Lanes ADT LOS Old Alturas Road e/o Old Oregon Trail Rural Roadway 2 4,100 B Old Alturas Road w/o Old Oregon Trail Urban Arterial 2 9,200 A SR 44 e/o Old Oregon Trail Expressway 4 27,900 B SR 44 w/o Old Oregon Trail Freeway 4 31,000 B Old Oregon Trail n/o Old Alturas Road Urban Arterial 2 9,300 A Old Oregon Trail s/o Viking Way Urban Arterial 2 9,600 B Old Oregon Trail n/o SR 44 WB Ramps Expressway 4 16,800 A jinrt Rnari c/n SR 44 FR Ramps Fxpreccway 4 19 900 A Source:Fehr&Peers Associates, 2000 Under the "cumulative plus project" scenario, all roadway segments operate at LOS B or better. IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES—EXISTING CONDITIONS The following discussion describes the impacts and mitigation measures that apply under existing plus project conditions. Roadway System Impacts According to the roadway system analysis results and the significance criteria for this Transportation and Circulation section, two intersections are projected to operate unacceptably, which results in the following specific impacts: City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I I-19 Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION Impact 4.I 1.1 At full buildout, addition of project-generated traffic at the Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 Eastbound Ramps intersection would cause LOS to deteriorate from LOS B to LOS F during the p.m. peak hour. This is considered a significant impact. [SM] Mitigation Measure MM 4.1 1.1 The City shall contribute the necessary funds to install a traffic signal at the SR 44 Eastbound Ramp intersection with Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road. This measure shall be implemented prior to the opening of Phase II of the facility. As discussed above, the proposed City of Redding Traffic Impact Fee Program includes signalization of the SR 44 Eastbound Ramp intersection with Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road. The p.m. peak hour volumes at this location are high enough to justify installation of a traffic signal under existing conditions based on the peak hour volume warrant contained in the Traffic Manual, Caltrans, July 1995. With the installation of a traffic signal at this location, this intersection would operate at LOS C under "existing plus project" conditions. Therefore, implementation of this mitigation measure would reduce the impact to less than significant. Impact 4.1 1.2 Addition of project-generated traffic at the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection would cause a deterioration of the p.m. peak hour LOS from E to F. This is considered a significant impact. [SM] Mitigation Measure MM 4.1 1.2 The project applicant shall either construct an additional eastbound right-turn lane at the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection or install a traffic signal at the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection. This measure shall be implemented prior to the opening of the facility. As discussed above, the City of Redding Traffic Impact Fee Program includes signalization of the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection. This mitigation action would improve the p.m. peak hour LOS to C or better under "existing plus project" conditions. However, an alternate mitigation is also available for consideration. Installing an eastbound right-turn lane would reduce overall intersection delay and provide for LOS C operations during the p.m. peak hour. Therefore, implementation of either mitigation action would reduce this impact to less than significant. Transit System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect public transit service or facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing service or facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned service or facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.11-20 November 2000 4.I I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION Bicycle and Pedestrian System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect bicycle/pedestrian facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Impact 4.I I.3 The cumulative plus project conditions would not result in significant effects to roadway improvements, transit systems, and pedestrian and bicycle facilities. [LS] Impacts under cumulative are based on a comparison of "cumulative plus project" conditions with "cumulative no project conditions". The following discussion describes impacts and mitigation measures that occur under"cumulative plus project" conditions. Roadway System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect the roadway system based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The proposed project is not projected to adversely affect traffic operations within the study area, or does it modify or eliminate any existing roadways nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned roadway improvements. Therefore, no impacts would occur. Transit System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect public transit service or facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing service or facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned service or facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. Bicycle and Pedestrian System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect bicycle/pedestrian facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. REFERENCES: Documents Brady/LSA, East Campus Playing Fields Project DEIR, August 1999. City of Redding, City of Redding General Plan—Circulation Element, 1986. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 4.I I-2 I Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.I I TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION City of Redding, City of Redding General Plan, 2000. City of Redding, City of Redding Public Hearing Draft General Plan DER, April 2000. County of Shasta, Shasta County Geographical Information System Model, 2000. Hogle-Ireland, Inc., Laguna Hills Community Center Park DOR, May 1997. Institute of Transportation Engineers, Trip Generation, 6th Edition, 1997. JC Draggoo and Associates, Redding Sports Park Development and Management Study, February 1999. The Planning Consortium, City of Glendale Freeway Sports Park EIR,July 1996. TJKM, Traffic Impact Study for the North Vallejo Community Center Expansion, September 1998. Transportation Research Board, Special Report 209 - Highway Capacity Manual, 3rd Edition, 1994. PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS Choate, Shirley. Caltrans Project Manager. Phone Conversation. September 25, 2000 Keaney, John. Senior Planner, City of Redding. Multiple Phone Conversations September through November, 2000. Will, Doug. City of Redding Traffic Engineer. Phone Conversation. September 25, 2000 Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 4.11-22 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROJECT 5.0 ALTERNATIVES 5.1 INTRODUCTION General CEQA Requirements The purpose of the alternatives analysis in an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is to describe a range of reasonable alternatives to the project that could feasibly attain most of the basic objectives of the project, and to evaluate the comparative merits of the alternatives (CEQA Guidelines, Section 15 I 25.6[a]). Additionally,Section 15 I 25.6(a,b)of the CEQA Guidelines requires consideration of alternatives that could reduce or eliminate any significant adverse environmental effects of the proposed project, including alternatives that may be more costly or could otherwise impede the projects objectives. The range of alternatives considered must include those that offer substantial environmental advantages over the proposed project and may be feasibly accomplished in a successful manner considering economic, environmental, social, technological, and legal factors. 5.2 PROJECT ALTERNATIVES As described in Section 3.0 (Project Description), the project would allow the construction of a regional sports complex providing softball fields,baseball fields and soccer fields. In addition to the proposed project, several other alternatives are proposed in keeping with the requirements of CEQA. These alternatives include: • No Project Alternative. This considers development of the site consistent with the surrounding zoning and general plan designation.This alternative also discusses no physical change to the project site. • Reduced Intensity of Sports Facilities on the Proposed Site. Under this alternative,fewer ball fields would be developed, reducing the need for parking and support structures. • Different on-site designs.This alternative discusses different site design within the proposed project boundaries. • Alternative Project Sites: (Figure 5-1) • Michaels Property. This is a 292 acre site located on South Bonnyview Road between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River. • Interstate 5 Property: This is a 220 acre site south of the South Bonnyview/Churn Creek interchange also known as the "former strawberry fields". • Burk/Cota Property. This is a 221.57 acre site located off of the future extension of Knighton Road and Airport Road. • Highway 273 Property. This is a 260 acre site located between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River south of Clear Creek. 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The alternatives were chosen based on their ability to minimize anticipated environmental effects of the proposed project and for their potential to meet the following project objectives: ❑ Design a facility that can be developed in phases as funding allows. ❑ Have sufficient area to support the full project design at build out, including: ► Six (6) Softball Fields ► Ten (10) acres of Soccer Fields ► Two (2) Adult Baseball Fields ► Parking and Concessionaire Areas To Support the Complex ❑ Consistency with General Plan and Zoning ❑ Adequate Access ❑ Affordable Development Costs, Including Phasing of Improvements ❑ Ability to Combine Adjacent Public Services ❑ Affordable Maintenance Costs ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED INFEASIBLE The City formed a committee to oversee the review and selection of possible sites for the sports complex. A total of 16 different sites were reviewed and summarized in a Sportsplex Site Option Report to the City Council (February 25, I999). From these sites, the City selected four (4) sites to be reviewed in the EIR. An additional site was added for review in the EIR after the Committee fi'- .''eir report.A summary of the results of the 16 sites reviewed by the Committee is included in Table 5.2-1: Table 5.2-1 Summary of Sportsplex Site Options Report to the City of Redding City Council February 25, 1999 Site Name Size Location Summary (acres) I. Riverland Drive 56 West of 1-5, South of Too small Knighton Road 2. Clear Creek Road 484 West of 1-5, South of Clear Too Remote Creek Road Gravel Resource 3. Airport Property East of 271 Airport Buffer Area Poor Access Stillwater Creek New Bridge Needed 4. Near Simpson College 565 West of Simpson College Inability to Acquire Inter-Agency Coordination 5. Tarmac Road 34-180 Old Oregon Trail, Tarmac Proposed Project & Viking City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Site Name Size Location Summary (acres) 6. I-5/Bechelli Lane 72.5 North of Bechelli Lane Too small between Bechelli & I-5 Nearby Homes 7. South Bonnyview Road 292 Between Highway 273 & Reviewed in more detail in Sacramento River this section 8. Former Strawberry Fields 220 South of Bonnyview Road& Reviewed in more detail in Churncreek this section 9. Clear Creek Treatment Plant 65-260 Near Sewage Treatment Reviewed in more detail in Facility on Clear Creek this section 10. Airport Road South of 235 South of Highway 44 east of Poor Access Highway 44 Airport Road Nearby Homes Wetlands II. Interstate 5 at Oasis 90 North side of Oasis High Land Cost High Intersection Cost Poor Access 12. Not used by Committee 13. Stillwater Treatment Plant 60 Stillwater Treatment Plant Too remote Poor access 14. Oasis Road at Twin View 94 South Side of Oasis Nearby Homes High Land Cost High Intersection Cost Poor Access 15. Former Redding Sky Ranch 140 Highway 273 south of Too remote Canyon Creek Road Poor Access 16. Nash Property 297 Old Oregon Trail Too remote Floodplain Limited Access High Land Cost 17. Burk/Cota Property 222 Knighton Road near Airport Reviewed in more detail in this section As a part of the initial project the City evaluated the potential to relocate the 115kV power lines further to the east.The intent of the relocatio^ ^htain more usable space in the middle of the property for the project.A study conducted by Cal Electro, Inc.concluded that the cost of relocating the power lines would be approximately $153,028. Because the City can use the land underneath the power lines for parking,the City determined that the cost of relocating the power line,and the attendant increase in impact on the adjacent homes, did not warrant the effort. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-4 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES The City also evaluated a number of different configurations for the site.This involved multiple alignments of Old Oregon Trail, relocation of the power lines,changes in the parking and soccer field configuration and changes in the placement of the "^" "1'4" T"^ 41" design for the project has not been established; however, the design depicted in Figure 3-2, Page 3-3, represents the best-fit project that maximizes a buffer between the playing fields and the homes. None of the different configurations affect the ability of the City to relocate and expand Old Oregon Trail. NO PROJECT ALTERNATIVE CEQA Guidelines Section 15I25.6(e) requires that a "no-project" alternative be evaluated in an EIR. This alternative considers the environmental effects of not constructing the proposed project pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15I25.6(e). In this case, the No Project Alternative means that the sports complex would not be constructed which would allow development subject to the existing General Plan and zoning for the property. Comparative Analysis: No Project Alternative Land Use In this instance the no project alternative could result in two scenarios: no development whatsoever of the property or development of the site consistent with the surrounding zoning and land uses. Because the property is not used for agricultural purposes, is essentially surrounded by urban development, and is both designated and zoned for development, it is unlikely that the land will remain undeveloped. Should the site not be used as a public facility, it is likely that industrial, commercial and residential uses would result consistent with the existing surrounding uses. Due to the transfer station and the corporation yard along the western boundary, and the high-voltage power lines through the middle of the site, it is likely that industrial uses would front Viking Way. Residential uses could be proposed for the property fronting Old Oregon Trail and Tarmac Road. The no project alternative would avoid potential land use conflicts associated with locating Sports Complex adjacent to residential uses. It is likely that the development of the site with industrial and residential uses could result in less of a potential conflict with existing development. Use of buffers, light shielding and other existing development methods could help provide a buffer between existing and proposed uses. Development of uses other than a regional park facility will require a General Plan Amendment to redesignate the property from Public Facility (PF-I) to other uses. Aesthetics This alternative would avoid any possible impact from lighting of the playing fields on the adjacent development.Industrial,commercial and residential development is unlikely to have significant lighting above twenty-five feet. Due to the wetland/vernal pool area along Tarmac Road, any development of the site is likely to be concentrated along Viking Way and Old Oregon Trail. Subsequent development could incorporate more of the existing trees into the development plan, but is likely to have impacts similar to the proposed project due to the need to grade,develop a roadway system and install more extensive water, sewer and storm drainage facilities. City dding Redding Sports Complex Noe •2000 5-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Air Quality Implementation of the No Project Alternative would avoid the cumulative impacts to air quality associated with the proposed project as well as exposure to potential toxic air contaminants. Development consistent with the surrounding uses is likely to have more traffic and therefore more impact on air quality. Biological Resources The No Project Alternative would result in no physical change to the existing site. Future development of the project with more intensive industrial,commercial and residential uses would result in roughly the same amount of disturbance as the proposed project. It is likely that the wetland/vernal pool area identified on the southern portion of the property would remain unchanged in all of the alternatives. However there is a wetland mitigation bank in the region that could provide off-site mitigation should the resulting development be of sufficient economic value to warrant fill of the wetland and purchase of mitigation credits from the bank. Cultural Resources The cultural resources analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any prehistoric,historic or cultural resources within the project boundaries.While resources may exist below the surface and could be uncovered during construction any construction within the project area would have similar mitigation measures to those of the proposed project.The impact of this project on cultural resources is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Geology& Soils The geology and soils analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any significant impacts. Consistent with City standards and requirements of the California building code,additional soils testing will be required of any construction. Any construction within the project boundaries will also be required to meet state erosion control requirements. As such any construction within the project area would have similar mitigation measures to those of the proposed project.The impact of this project on geology and soils is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Surface Hydrology, Groundwater and Water Quality The no-project alternative would not increase the amount of impervious material (concrete, pavement, buildings, etc.) on the site and would not alter existing surface hydrology or affect groundwater quality. Future development with more intensive industrial,commercial and residential uses is likely to significantly increase the amount of runoff due to impervious surface and could result in more of an impact to water quality depending on the types of use developed. Noise The No Project Alternative would avoid potential noise impacts to adjacent planned noise-sensitive land uses as compared to the proposed project. As with land use above, any future design of the project for Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-6 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES urban uses can incorporate noise mitigation measures such as increased setback, solid fencing, land use control, etc., to reduce potential conflict with existing uses. Public Services and Utilities The No Project Alternative would avoid impacts associated with providing all public services and utilities to the site. Any development alternative will have similar or greater impacts than the proposed project regarding water, sewer and storm drainage at the site. Traffic and Circulation Implementation of the No Project Alternative would avoid adding additional traffic to Viking Way and Old Oregon Trail. Development with uses similar to those surrounding the property could have the potential to increase traffic impacts on these roadways. Further, since industrial, residential and commercial development will have traditional traffic peak generation periods, the resulting impact on Viking Way, Old Oregon Trail and State Route 44 could be greater than the proposed project. REDUCED INTENSITY ALTERNATIVE Description of Alternative This alternative considers the environmental effects of developing a smaller sports complex on the site. Under this alternative only three softball fields and 10 acres of soccer fields would be developed. This alternative would also eliminate the multi-purpose building. Comparative Analysis: Reduced Intensity Land Use This alternative could be designed to increase setbacks from the adjacent development. However due to the configuration of the site, the development is likely to occur in the same location as the proposed project-largely adjacent to Viking Way. The site has a large wetland/vernal pool component that all but prohibits development along most of Tarmac Road. While this alternative could have fewer visitors/participants,the attendant land use impacts would remain similar to the proposed project. Because a smaller facility would not meet the projected recreational needs of the region, it is likely that times of use of the facility would be greater than that of the proposed project resulting in a more sustained impact than the proposed project. Aesthetics This alternative would be constructed along Viking Way due to site characteristics that preclude development to the south along Tarmac Road.As a result, impacts from the lighting of the playing fields will have a similar impact to the proposed project. A similar amount of trees and site disturbance will occur • City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES adjacent to Viking Way and Old Oregon Trail resulting in little difference between the proposed project and this alternative.. Air Quality Outside of construction impacts that are considered short-term and temporary,the only significant impact of the proposed project on air quality is as a result of vehicle trips for visitors to the facility.This alternative would reduce the number of facilities and therefore reduce the number of anticipated trips. However,since the regional need would remain, it is likely that the use of the facility would be extended, resulting in a similar or slightly reduced number of vehicle trips. Overall, air quality impacts associated with implementation of this alternative are considered similar to the proposed project. Biological Resources This alternative would need to avoid the wetland/vernal pool areas similar to the proposed project. Depending on the configuration of the facilities, less overall disturbance of the land might result from this alternative.The alternative would still result in a change to the existing biological resources on the site and the impacts are considered similar to the proposed project. Cultural Resources The cultural resources analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any prehistoric,historic or cultural resources within the project boundaries.While resources may exist below the surface and could be uncovered during construction any construction within the project area would have similar mitigation measures to those of the proposed project.The impact of this project on cultural resources is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Geology& Soils The geology and soils analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any significant impacts. Consistent with City standards and requirements of the California building code,additional soils testing will be required of any construction. Any construction within the project boundaries will also be required to meet state erosion control requirements. As such any construction within the project area would have similar mitigation measures to those of the proposed project.The impact of this project on geology and soils is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Surface Hydrology, Groundwater and Water Quality Because this alternative would result in less construction and less impervious surface area and therefore less of an impact on surface hydrology, groundwater and water quality. Noise The site configuration is unlikely to change significantly from the proposed project which places outdoor uses in the same location as the proposed project. The number of outdoor playing fields are only reduced Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-8 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES in number and not eliminated.As a result, the noise impacts from this alternative are considered similar to the proposed project. Public Services and Utilities This alternative would need water and sewer connections resulting in impacts similar to the proposed project. Water and sewer demand would be less than the proposed project, however the impacts are similar because the proposed water and sewer lines are the minimum sizes required to support the proposed project. Traffic and Circulation This alternative could have less traffic impact than the proposed project. However, with the documented demand for the facility, it is possible that times of use would be extended to meet demand. This could put similar volumes of traffic on Viking Way, Old Oregon Trail and State Route 44. On-site parking would be similar to the proposed project, although fewer spaces would be required. The traffic impact for this alternative would be less than that of the proposed project. ALTERNATIVE SITES • Michaels Property.This is a 292 acre site located on South Bonnyview Road between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River. • Interstate 5 Property: This is a 220 acre site south of the South Bonnyview/Churn Creek interchange also known as the "former strawberry fields". • Highway 273 Property.This is a 260 acre site located between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River south of Clear Creek. • Burk/Cota Property. This is a 222 acre site located off of the future extension of Knighton Road and Airport Road. Description of the Alternative -Michaels Property This site is approximately 292 acres in size and is located on South Bonnyview Road between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River. The site is undeveloped, and is a pasture. Some wetland features occur on or near the site and the perimeter has trees and shrubs, particularly along the Sacramento River. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-9 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES S•' t, - _ Figure 5.2-1. View to the west along the access mss,{ • x •"4„-• ;410i;4:;;.1.. =` - road leading to the Michaels property from ` 3 ;,,,e'rt.* Bonnyview Road. The Cedar Meadow .w ii ' ' Elementary School is to the right of the .0'''4 f.� photograph. _�., a ,, _ - , s • �` j'�j 1 ern, QV.,. _ ----1-7-•-'------- .4=_ t y' ,;a Figure 5.2-2, View to the east across the bulk of • h' <=c the Michaels property. The tree line in the c:- • 1,•'y} � middle of the photograph is the riparian area _ along the Sacramento River. -.--, 's '1-Ps. = y . 3 +t - - _,,,,—,-„,....„:-_-----7,.,;---- tee. e ;ria 11--- '' - - •--'—' )Litt,,-'•i •„,11.?l.��s US i4, {:.:. ,`fifty .N,,X, a.•.,r ,�-,-. t . �. ;r .,k1 kz` 91-, ..`a-.i ,4t. c am .s.t, Comparative Analysis:Michaels Property Land Use This property is designated Mixed Use Neighborhood in the Land Use Element of the General Plan. The property is surrounded by residential development, and is located along South Bonnyview Road which is a designated arterial connecting Interstate 5 with Highway 273. A future collector is planned through the middle of the site as an extension of Creekside Drive.Adjacent land uses include residential,and the Cedar View Elementary School. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-I 0 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Aesthetics Views to and from the property would remain relatively unchanged except for the night lighting used for the playing fields.The project would not result in a large number of structures and would have less overall building coverage than the adjacent elementary school. Because there are no homes immediately adjacent to the site, it would be possible to develop the playing fields with less light impact to residential uses than the proposed project. The nearest residential uses are across Bonnyview road to the north. Since it is unlikely that both the school and the Sports Complex would be in use at the same time, lighting of the playingfields is not expected to impact the school. Overall, aesthetic impacts are considered less than the proposed project. Air Quality Traffic movement should be efficient for this alternative since access is provided from a signalized intersection. Similar to the proposed project, stacking will occur during peak hours. Unlike the proposed project,traffic will be forced to travel east or westbound on a single roadway. Even though Bonnyview Road is a designated arterial,the roadway may be significantly impacted during peak movements.Maintenance and operation of the facility is identical and there is no significant geographic feature that would result in local or regional changes in air quality. Impacts to air quality are expected to be similar to the proposed project. Biological Resources Prominent plant communities and associated wildlife habitats within this site include non-native grassland, blackberry bramble,and valley foothill riparian forest along the Sacramento River frontage. A few scattered valley oaks are present within the grassland areas of the site. Portions of the grassland appear to be irrigated and used as pasture lands for livestock grazing. Although the site does not appear to contain vernal pools,areas supporting blackberry brambles could be potential wetland areas. Due to the proximity to the Sacramento River,the high groundwater table could result in freshwater seeps. In addition,a small stream flows through the western boundary of the site. Special-status plant species with potential to occur at the site include silky cryptantha, pointed broom sedge, fox sedge, Red Bluff dwarf rush, and Henderson's bent grass. Elderberry shrubs, habitat for the valley elderberry longhorn beetle, may be present within the riparian forest. Raptor species including Swainson's hawk and Cooper's hawk may forage and nest along the riparian forest as well. Night-time lighting could adversely affect bird species nesting and roosting along the Sacramento River riparian corridor. Avian species that could be potentially affected include bank swallow, black-crowned night heron, great egret, great blue heron, yellow warbler, and yellow-breasted chat. Runoff from a potential sports complex could affect water quality within the Sacramento River that could adversely affect anadromous fish species including spring-run chinook salmon,fall-run chinook salmon, winter-run chinook salmon, and Central Valley steelhead. Compared to the preferred Sports Complex site, this alternate site could result in lesser impacts to oak woodland and jurisdictional wetlands, similar impacts to special-status species, and potentially greater impacts to riparian vegetation. Overall this alternative is expected to have less biological impact than the proposed project. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-1 I Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Cultural Resources The cultural resources analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any prehistoric,historic or cultural resources within the project boundaries. No cultural resource survey was conducted for this site. Due to the river and riparian corridor, it is possible that cultural resources exist along the river frontage. Since this area would likely be part of a setback/protective buffer, impacts would probably be less than significant. Overall impacts to cultural resources is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Geology& Soils The geology and soils analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any significant impacts. No soils analysis was conducted for this site. Consistent with City standards and requirements of the California building code,additional soils testing will be required of any construction.Any construction within the project boundaries will also be required to meet state erosion control requirements. As such any construction within the project area would have similar mitigation measures to those of the proposed project.The impact of this project on geology and soils is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Surface Hydrology and Water Quality The site has similar characteristics to the proposed project in that it is flat and gently slopes to the south. The Sacramento River serves as the eastern boundary and may affect the groundwater in the area. High groundwater may restrict the ability to construct conventional storm water detention basins, however this can be overcome by shallower basins, or direct storm water discharge into the Sacramento River. If storm water is discharged directly into the Sacramento River this is potential to negatively affect the quality of water in the River. The impact from this alternative is considered more significant than the proposed project. Noise While there are residences to the south, east and north across Bonnyview,the primary sensitive receptor is the school.The buildings are currently used only for district offices.If the site were re-opened as a school, operation of a sports facility is not likely to result in conflicts due to a difference in anticipated peak-usage hours. Similar to the proposed project, walls and setbacks can be incorporated into the design to limit or eliminate any noise impacts on the existing single family homes. Noise impacts from this alternative are anticipated to be similar to those of the proposed project. Public Services and Utilities Since water and sewer lines exist in Bonnyview Road, and are sized for future development, provision of sewer and water services to the site would be less difficult than the proposed project Traffic and Circulation Access is currently provided through a sub-standard roadway intersecting with Bonnyview Drive at a signalized intersection. The roadway would eventually connect to an extension of Creekside Drive which Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-12 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES is a designated collector. The Cedar View Elementary School is located on the southeast corner of the intersection with Bonnyview Drive. (Figure 6-2) Access to a sports complex at this location could easily be provided from the extension of Creekside. Bonnyville Road is a designated arterial, although it is not developed to the full right of way width for arterials along its length. Bonnyville Road connects Interstate 5 with State Route 273 (Eastside) and would provide better access to the site than the proposed project. A sports complex project similar to the proposed project would require full development of the Bonnyview Road and Creekside intersection.This is likely to require widening of Bonnyview, installation of turn lanes and modification of the street geometry within the intersection. Overall Traffic and Circulation impacts of this alternative are projected to be less than the proposed project.. Description of the Alternative - Interstate 5 Property This is a 220 acre site south of the South Bonnyview/Churn Creek interchange.This property, also known as the "Former Strawberry Fields" is located along the Sacramento River and Interstate 5. Direct access is from Sunny Hill Lane, a local street with a poorly developed access to Bonnyview Road. The property is designated residential five units per acre in the Land Use Element of the General Plan. Figure 5.2-3, view to the south and west of the Strawberry Fields alternative site.The Sacramento River is along the treeline in the middle of the photo. Interstate S is to the right L -.• •• _-U-•�• ' - ._ tea , Comparative Analysis: Interstate 5 Property "Former Strawberry Fields" Land Use This property is designated Residential one unit per five (5) acres or larger in the Land Use Element of the General Plan. The property is bound on the east by Interstate 5, on the south by agricultural land, on the west by the Sacramento River and in the north by a mixture of housing, commercial and office uses. The Sports Complex would be an allowable use in this land use designation, but the property is not in the City City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-13 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Limits. The property would need to be annexed prior to development. The site is large enough that the project could be designed similar to the proposed project which limits noise and light by moving the playing fields further from the homes. Overall the impacts are considered similar to those of the proposed project. Figure 5.2-4, view to the west showing the riparian area along the Sacramento River. 6trii ..„ -... --_,. -.: ,.._ _ «• _ten -4 ``�� },.. ms's•"«?' 0 %i.- Figure 5.2-5, view to the north R ,i. , showing the access to the Strawberry -" '. 4't'`.t Field site.The Bonnyview/Churncreek ' fa,� `a*•,i ,: overcrossing of Interstate 5 is visible .4' i ,� c. _„ '� "� s r• 'F to the right in the photo. 1P` - tet`:' .ti f !,0C;--;w -14-. / frY '\ ' r , ,4ww. • 2 s- 4ij Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-I4 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Aesthetics Views to and from the property would remain relatively unchanged except for the night lighting used for the playing fields.The project would not result in a large number of structures and would have less overall building coverage than the proposed land use for the property. The property would be visible from Interstate 5. Some travelers on Interstate 5 might consider a regional park as providing a better view than a large lot subdivision.Similar to the proposed project,the park would have large open space areas,setbacks and very few structures. This would result in a clear view from Interstate 5 to the riparian area along the Sacramento River. Overall, the impact of the project on aesthetics is considered similar to those of the proposed project. Air Quality Should the frontage road be extended between the Churncreek and Knighton Road interchanges, traffic movement should be efficient for this alternative.Without significant roadway improvements, it is likely that air quality impacts due to traffic would be worse than the proposed project due to vehicle stacking and longer wait-time for turning movements. Maintenance and operation of the facility is identical and there is no significant geographic feature that would result in local or regional changes in air quality. Impacts to air quality are expected to be similar to the proposed project. Biological Resources The majority of the site has been cultivated in the past, primarily for the production of strawberries, but now is currently fallow. The predominate plant community present is non-native grassland, but the western boundary of the site along the Sacramento River supports mature stands of valley foothill riparian forest. Areas that have been previously been cultivated do not support oak trees and the potential for seasonal wetlands to occur is low. Areas closer to the Sacramento River that are within the 100-year flood plain do support potential jurisdictional wetlands. Special-status plant species with potential to occur at the site, primarily within the 100-year flood plain of the Sacramento River, include silky cryptantha, pointed broom sedge, fox sedge, Red Bluff dwarf rush, and Henderson's bent grass. Elderberry shrubs, habitat for the valley elderberry longhorn beetle, may be present within the riparian forest. A known nesting colony of bank swallows is present in the vicinity of this site, along the eastern bank of the Sacramento River. Raptor species including Swainson's hawk and Cooper's hawk may forage and nest along the riparian forest as well. Night-time lighting could adversely affect bird species nesting and roosting along the Sacramento River riparian corridor. Avian species that could be potentially affected include bank swallow,black-crowned night heron,great egret,great blue heron, yellow warbler, and yellow-breasted chat. On-going use of a sports complex facility could also discourage bald eagle and osprey from foraging along this section of the Sacramento River. Runoff from a potential sports complex could affect water quality within the Sacramento River that could adversely affect anadromous fish species including spring-run chinook salmon,fall-run chinook salmon, winter-run chinook salmon, and Central Valley steelhead. Compared to the preferred Sports Complex site, this alternate site would result in lesser impacts to oak woodland and jurisdictional wetlands, potentially greater impacts to special-status species, and potentially City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-15 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES greater impacts to riparian vegetation. Overall impacts from this alternative are considered similar to the proposed project. Cultural Resources The cultural resources analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any prehistoric,historic or cultural resources within the project boundaries. No cultural resource survey was conducted for this site. Due to the river and riparian corridor, it is possible that cultural resources exist along the river frontage. Since this area would likely be part of a setback/protective buffer, impacts would probably be less than significant. Overall impacts to cultural resources is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Geology& Soils The geology and soils analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any significant impacts. No soils analysis was conducted for this site. Consistent with City standards and requirements of the California building code,additional soils testing will be required of any construction.Any construction within the project boundaries will also be required to meet state erosion control requirements. As such any construction within the project area would have similar mitigation measures to those of the proposed project.The impact of this project on geology and soils is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Surface Hydrology and Water Quality The site has similar characteristics to the proposed project in that it is flat and gently slopes to the south. The Sacramento River serves as the western boundary and may affect the groundwater in the area. High groundwater may restrict the ability to construct conventional storm water detention basins, however this can be overcome by shallower basins, or direct storm water discharge into the Sacramento River. If storm water is discharged directly into the Sacramento River this is potential to negatively affect the quality of water in the River. The impact from this alternative is considered more significant than the proposed project. Noise This site is impacted by noise from Interstate 5, as are the existing homes to the north. Because the site is lower than most of the adjacent homes, and is large enough to accommodate design features similar to those of the proposed project intended to reduce noise impacts, noise impacts from the this alternative are considered less intensive than the proposed project. Public Services and Utilities Because of the difference in topography, wastewater would need to be pumped from the site into an existing sewer line in Churn Creek Road. The lift station would need to be upgraded to accommodate full development of the project. Similar to the proposed project, a looped water system would need to be provided throughout the property for both potable and fire suppression use. The lack of adjacent existing development and roadways would increase the cost and complexity of water system improvements.Overall these impacts are considered more significant than the proposed project. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-16 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Traffic and Circulation Access to the site is not fully developed and has both vertical and horizontal curves that would be difficult to negotiate with large volumes of traffic. The primary access is Sunnyhill Road, which is constructed to Shasta County standards and does not meet the standards of the City of Redding.Sunnyhill lane is essentially a frontage road along Interstate 5 and ends at a gate to the property (Figure 5.I-5). If this site were developed to support the project, it is likely that Sunny Hill Lane, or some version of the roadway would be extended connecting the Churn Creek and Knighton Road interchanges in order to support users of the facility. Extending this roadway would increase pressure to develop adjacent to this site and could exceed the ability of both the Churn Creek and Knighton Road interchanges to handle the increased traffic. The existing intersection of Churn Creek and Bechelli/Sunny Hill Lane road is not adequate to accommodate large volumes of traffic and would need to be substantially improved. Lack of area to"stack" cars waiting to turn left from Churn Creek onto Sunny Hill could further increase congestion problems. Traffic impacts of this alternative are considered more significant than the proposed project. Description of the Alternative: Highway 273 Property This is a 260 acre site located between Highway 273 and the Sacramento River south of Clear Creek and adjacent to the Clear Creek sewage treatment plant. (Figure 6-5) The property is designated General Industrial in the Land Use Element of the General Plan and is served from the Metz Road/Eastside Road intersection from Highway 273. Eastside Road is a local road in the Circulation Element of the General Plan. Figure 5.2-6 view along Metz Road toward the at-grade rail crossing. The property is to the left in the photo. The road in the foreground leads to the treatment plant r \ fl Jh i _ -i K • City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-17 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES r _,t r, • , . ._ -- - - - '[ _F` Figure 5.2-7, view to the east along _ _ the entry into the treatment plant. e The site would be on either side of t ;_r.: 4 this access road. • I _ 7 .€ - -__-... rya.. --„...,,;.e../..",-77.'"'' ' ' y i `Vit ,-,,, -.14.1---1"---' �� v _ w- .. M "1I r t a t ' yds y _ie 4�r' x, _ 74 V ` -4!.." ''X'......ti: ' _ " ,t• . ate .Figure 5.2-8, view to the southeast from the intersection of Metz Road and the treatment plant entry drive. The tree line represents the riparian area along the Sacramento River Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-18 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Comparative Analysis: Highway 273 Property Land Use This property is designated Public Facility and is adjacent to heavy industrial. The Clear Creek wastewater treatment plant is located on a portion of the site, and industrial uses are to the north and west. The property is within the City Limits and has extensive frontage along the Sacramento River. Because the surrounding uses are predominately non-residential in nature, land use impacts of this alternative are considered less than the proposed project. Aesthetics It is difficult to view the site from existing public roadways. The project would be visible during nighttime games due to lighting, and it is possible that the light towers would be visible from the roadway. The surrounding non-residential uses, lack of structures and nature of the park result in an impact that is less intensive than the proposed project. Air Quality Maintenance and operation of the facility is identical to the proposed project and there is no significant geographic feature that would result in local or regional changes in air quality. Impacts to air quality are expected to be similar to the proposed project. Biological Resources Prominent plant communities and associated wildlife habitats within this site include non-native grassland, blackberry bramble, and valley foothill riparian forest. A few scattered valley oaks are present within the grassland areas of the site. The site has been subjected to livestock grazing which has resulted in the invasion of yellow star-thistle within the grassland community. The site does not appear to support vernal pools but the areas supporting blackberry brambles may be indicative of seep or seasonally wet areas. Special-status plant species with potential to occur at the site include silky cryptantha, pointed broom sedge, fox sedge, Red Bluff dwarf rush, and Henderson's bent grass. Elderberry shrubs, habitat for the valley elderberry longhorn beetle, may be present within the riparian forest. Raptor species including Swainson's hawk and Cooper's hawk may forage and nest along the riparian forest as well. Night-time lighting could adversely affect bird species nesting and roosting along the Sacramento River and Clear Creek riparian corridors. Avian species that could be potentially affected include black-crowned night heron,great egret, great blue heron, yellow warbler, and yellow-breasted chat. Compared to the preferred Sports Complex site, this alternate site would result in lesser impacts to oak woodland and jurisdictional wetlands, similar impacts to special-status species, and potentially greater impacts to riparian vegetation. Overall impacts from this alternative is considered similar to the proposed project. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-19 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Cultural Resources The cultural resources analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any prehistoric,historic or cultural resources within the project boundaries. No cultural resource survey was conducted for this site. Due to the river and riparian corridor, it is possible that cultural resources exist along the river frontage. Since this area would likely be part of a setback/protective buffer, impacts would probably be less than significant.Overall impacts to cultural resources is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Geology& Soils The geology and soils analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any significant impacts. No soils analysis was conducted for this site. Consistent with City standards and requirements of the California building code,additional soils testing will be required of any construction.Any construction within the project boundaries will also be required to meet state erosion control requirements. As such any construction within the project area would have similar mitigation measures to those of the proposed project.The impact of this project on geology and soils is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Surface Hydrology and Water Quality The site has similar characteristics to the proposed project in that it is flat and gently slopes to the south and west.The Sacramento River serves as the eastern boundary and may affect the groundwater in the area. High groundwater may restrict the ability to construct conventional storm water detention basins,however this can be overcome by shallower basins, or direct storm water discharge into the Sacramento River. If storm water is discharged directly into the Sacramento River this is potential to negatively affect the quality of water in the River. The impact from this alternative is considered more significant than the proposed project. Noise Due to the non-residential nature of the surrounding uses, noise impacts from this alternative would be considered less than the proposed project. Public Services and Utilities Provision of sewer and water services to the site would be less difficult than the proposed project due to the existence of the City treatment plant and existing waterlines. Traffic and Circulation Access to the site is via the Metz Road intersection with Highway 273. This intersection has a significant grade difference between the road and railroad track, has no room for stacking and is inadequate for significant increases in traffic. The rail crossing is narrow, and would need to be significantly improved to accommodate a new intersection design.There is inadequate room for stacking on State Route 273 and the intersection is uncontrolled. Use of this site would require extensive roadway and intersection Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-20 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES improvements in order to safely accommodate the increase in traffic.Traffic impacts of this alternative are considered more significant than the proposed project. - _ P. G.. Figure 5.2-9, view to the east ' a - along the approximate alignment t, =tof the future extension of v_ - -.,..f;.;''... .'•:-.: T. •i Knighton Road. The Reddingcos .-w .r; �r •' �". _ Airport is further to the east.The semy a fence line to the left in the photo !� --4 is a single family home. F • -. . �; a � _ - '`_� _ sj ex%.. " Description of the Alternative - Burk/Cota Property This is a 221.57 acre site located off of the future extension of Knighton Road and Airport Road. The site is comprised of multiple properties with frontage along Clover Creek. A large portion of the site is subject to innundation during a 100-year storm event. Comparative Analysis: Burk/Cota Property Land Use The site is designated General Industrial in the Land Use Element of the General Plan and is close to the Redding Municipal Airport. A row of homes fronts a street which parallels Airport Road. The property is designated General Industrial and park along Clover Creek. There are two homes along the eastern edge of the property that would be impacted by the facility.The Redding Municipal Airport is located east of the site,and the lights from the Sports Complex could cause navigation problems with aircraft using the facility. Locating the uses closer to Clover Creek would help avoid impacts on the houses, would have negligible change in the potential impact on the airport, and would increase impact to the riparian area discussed in the biological section below. Overall this impact is considered more intense than the proposed project. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-2 I Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Figure tree 5.2-10, view t.line in the middleto ofthe thewesphoto The is g Creek. - Thethe roadriparian toarea the leftalonin theClover photo is : :,•ti, along the approximate alignment of 4 the future extension of Knighton r.. Road. ,:: . lawlikPallimilisowinow•e•----e 0101M54.1R .4-1.617: -— - . _. ,,- - _. . mss .._ - aCi Figure 5.2 11,view to the north along the boundary line between the existing single family homes and the property. i . iiiiv -r....:_7.,.__ - ...,...,w,__:„.,-.,,. ..„: _ __.., --„,--47-1 ,- ___,67.-w.. .. . .„ --!:,..4.-tr.. Pt: s*�r .4r 'i s ~� - � City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Draft Environmental Impact Report 5 22 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Aesthetics Lighting from the project could impact both the adjacent homes and the Redding Municipal Airport. Although the homes could be shielded from the lights, light reflected up from the playing fields, or horizontally from the elevated light towers, could interfere with pilot night vision. Any lighting at this lo':ation would need to be evaluated to ensure compatibility with the airport.The impact of the playing field development would be similar to that of the proposed project. Overall, however the potential for lighting conflict with surrounding uses results in an overall impact that is more than the proposed project. Air Quality Maintenance and operation of the facility is identical to the proposed project and there is no significant geographic feature that would result in local or regional changes in air quality. Impacts to air quality are expected to be similar to the proposed project. Biological Resources The site is predominantly non-native grassland with rolling oak savannah comprised of valley oak and interior live oak. Clover Creek,an intermittent stream flowing in a southerly direction, bisects the project site. This watercourse is sparsely vegetated with herbaceous species and does not support riparian vegetation. A large vernal pool complex is located between Clover Creek and Airport Road. Special-status plant species with potential to occur at the site include silky cryptantha, pointed broom sedge,fox sedge, Red Bluff dwarf rush, and Henderson's bent grass. The vernal pool complex could also support legenere, slender Orcutt grass, Bogg's Lake hedge-hyssop, and dwarf downingia. Several California ground squirrel burrows were observed which could provide potential roost sites for western burrowing owl. Swainson's hawk, sharp- shinned hawk,and Cooper's hawk all have potential to forage and nest in the area as well. The vernal pools provide suitable habitat for western spadefoot, vernal pool tadpole shrimp, vernal pool fairy shrimp, and California linderiella. Compared to the preferred Sports Complex site, this alternate site would result in lesser impacts to oak woodland,similar impacts to jurisdictional wetlands,and potentially greater impacts to special-status species. Overall, this impact is considered similar to the proposed project. Cultural Resources The cultural resources analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any prehistoric,historic or cultural resources within the project boundaries. No cultural resource survey was conducted for this site. Due to Clover Creek and the riparian corridor, it is possible that cultural resources exist along the creek frontage. Since this area would likely be part of a setback/protective buffer, impacts would probably be less than significant. Overall impacts to cultural resources is considered similar to that of the proposed project City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-23 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Geology and Soils The geology and soils analysis conducted for the proposed project did not discover any significant impacts. No soils analysis was conducted for this site. Consistent with City standards and requirements of the California building code,additional soils testing will be required of any construction.Any construction within the project boundaries will also be required to meet state erosion control requirements. As such any construction within the project area would have similar mitigation measures to those of the proposed project.The impact of this project on geology and soils is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Surface Hydrology and Water Quality The site has similar characteristic to the proposed project in that it is flat and gently slopes to the south and west. Clover Creek serves as the western boundary and may affect the groundwater in the area. High groundwater may restrict the ability to construct conventional storm water detention basins, however this can be overcome by shallower basins, or direct storm water discharge into the Clover Creek. If storm water is discharged directly into the Creek there is a potential to negatively affect the quality of water in the Creek and ultimately the Sacramento River. The impact from this alternative is considered more significant than the proposed project. Noise Due to the predominately non-residential nature of the surrounding uses,noise impacts from this alternative would be considered less than the proposed project. Public Services and Utilities Due to the close proximity of water and sewer lines sized to accommodate industrial and commercial development, provision of sewer and water services to the site would be less difficult than the proposed project. Traffic and Circulation Access to the site would occur from an extension of Kingston Road. Similar to Old Oregon Trail on the proposed project site, the final design of this future arterial has not been established. The intersection of Kingston Road with Airport Road is fully developed and adequate to accommodate the increase in traffic. The final design of Kingston Road could be modified to fit into a park design.This impact of this alternative is considered similar to that of the proposed project. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-24 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES 5.3 ENVIRONMENTALLY SUPERIOR ALTERNATIVE The proposed project results in the change of topography, removal of oak trees and potential impact on wetlands on the selected site.The project would also have impacts on surrounding uses in the form of noise and light, and an increase in traffic resulting from operation of the facility. All of the alternatives reviewed in this section have similar or more significant impacts to the proposed project. The basic need of the project is for a large area of land to accommodate a regional park as defined in the project description. Given the topography of Redding and Shasta County, land meeting this basic need is likely to have similar surrounding uses, and biotic features. The design of the park itself would change little if developed on any of the alternative sites,although some of the sites are larger and would allow more flexibili.- ' ' '••-hick could help mitigate biotic and land conflict issues.As discussed above,and summarized in Table 5.3-I,the alternatives would likely result in similar impacts to biotic resources, and potentially greater impacts to traffic. The EIR did not discover any impacts that could not be reduced to a less than significant level through mitigation. While the alternatives may have less of an impact in one area, oak woodland for example, they had more of an impact in other areas such as riparian or wetland. The no project alternative that resulted in no physical change to the property would result in no change and consequently no environmental impact. As discussed in this alternative, it is unlikely that"no project"would result in the site remaining vacant, but rather it would be developed with a mixture of residential, industrial and commercial uses consistent with the surrounding area. If this mixture of development occurred it would have more of an impact than the proposed project. In addition to not meeting the basic project goal of providing a regional park, the no project alternative would not likely result in less environmental impact than the proposed project. Each alternative site was reviewed to determine if environmental impacts would be less significant than the proposed project individually(traffic,noise,biotic,etc.)and then as a whole.Although each of the alternative sites might have less of an impact for an individual issue, none of the sites provided an overall impact that was less than the proposed project, and was able to meet the project goals. For example, the Michaels Property has greater potential for biotic impact and for high groundwater and wetlands, but adequate road access. The 1-5 property (former strawberry fields) has less of an impact on oak woodland, but more potential impact on the Sacramento River.Further,roads leading to the site are inadequate to accommodate the predicted volume of traffic, and the public services needed to serve the project would be more expensive than the proposed project. The Highway 273 site has adequate public services, but inadequate access and would require significant improvements to an at-grade rail crossing and a state highway. The Burk/Cota property provides the best potential alternative to the proposed site, but also has impacts similar to the proposed project in areas of wetlands,traffic and compatibility with adjacent land uses,that includes both single family homes and the Redding Municipal Airport. All of the alternative sites could be mitigated to provide impacts similar to those of the proposed project,however none of the alternative sites provided impacts significantly below those of the project as mitigated in this EIR. Because none of the alternatives provides less overall impact than the proposed project, and the EIR did not identify any significant unavoidable impacts,the proposed project as mitigated is considered the environmentally superior project. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-25 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Table 5.3-I Impact of Project Alternatives on the Environment as Compared to the Proposed Project with Mitigation Measures Alternative Locations Topic No Reduced 1-5 High Burk/ Project Intensity Michaels Property way Cota Strawberry 273 Fields Land Use - + 0 0 - + Aesthetics + 0 - 0 - + Air Quality + 0 0 0 0 0 Biology 0 0 0 0 0 0 Cultural Resources 0 0 + + - + Geology& Soils 0 0 0 0 0 0 Hydrology & Water + - + + + + Quality Noise - 0 0 - - 0 Public Services + 0 0 + - - Transportation & + - - + + - Circulation Cumulative + 0 - + - - Growth Inducement 0 0 0 0 0 - Significant 0 0 0 0 0 0 Unavoidable Summary + 0 0 0 0 0 - indicates that this alternative is expected to have less overall impact than proposed project as mitigated. 0 indicates that this alternative is expected to have similar overall impact to the proposed project as mitigated. + indicates that this alternative is expected to have more overall impact than the proposed project as mitigated. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-26 November 2000 5.0 ALTERNATIVES Review of the Alternatives and Project Objectives Each alternative was reviewed to determine if it provided less of an environmental impact and met the project objectives. As shown in Table 5.3-I, each of the alternatives met some of the project objectives, and occasionally provided an better response to the objective than the proposed project. None of the alternatives however, met all of the project objectives and provided less of an environmental impact. Comparison of Alternative Sites to the Proposed Project and to the Project Objectives 1-5 High Burk/ Project Objectives Michaels Property way Cota Strawberry 273 Fields Design a facility that can be developed in phases as 0 - - 0 funding allows. Have sufficient area to support the full project 0 + 0 + design at buildout Consistency with General Plan and Zoning 0 - - 0 Adequate Access - - - - Affordable Development Costs, Including Public + - - 0 Improvements Affordable Maintenance Costs 0 - 0 0 - indicates that this alternative does not meet the project objectives as well as the proposed project as mitigated. 0 indicates that this alternative meets the project objectives as well as the proposed project as mitigated. + indicates that this alternative meets project objectives better than the proposed project as mitigated. The following is a summary discussion of each site alternative and the project objectives: Michaels Property This site is large enough to support the project developed in multiple phases. Access from the existing road and signalized intersection would not conflict with any existing uses. Depending on the amount of setback for the Sacramento River, riparian area and wetlands, the site is adequate to develop the whole of the project.The proposed project can be sited without need for annexation,general plan or zone change. Access to the site is adequate, although some roadway improvements would be needed to accommodate the project, and a second access might be required. Due to the close proximity of water, sewer and a major road, utility extension of utilities would be less difficult than those projected for the project. There are no unique features that would result in increased maintenance costs. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 5-27 Draft Environmental Impact Report 5.0 ALTERNATIVES 1-5, Strawberry Fields This site is very large and could accommodate the whole of the project, provided that the Sacramento River, riparian and wetland setback was reasonable. A portion of the site is also within the floodplain of the Sacramento River which would limit the types of construction. Phasing of the site would be difficult due to poor access from Churn Creek/Bechelli Lane.The entire road access would be needed to support even a small portion of the facility.The property would need to be annexed to the City of Redding prior to development.At the time of annexation, the general plan and zoning could be made consistent.The public services plan for the annexation would identify the need for a possible expansion of the sewer lift station in Sunnyhill Lane. In addition to increasing the public utility cost, the need to pump all wastewater from the site would increase ongoing maintenance. Highway 273 This site is potentially large enough to provide for the entire project, but would need to be reviewed to ensure long-term compatibility with the Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. Regardless of phasing, the initial improvements to Highway 273 to include adequate signalization and stacking, and the Southern Pacific Railroad crossing,would be needed to begin any operations at the site.Zoning and General Plan designations are adequate for the property. Water and sewer improvements are close and there are no unique features that would increase ongoing maintenance of the project. Burk/Cota Provided that the Clover Creek, riparian and wetland setback for the property are reasonable, there is adequate area to provide for the whole of the project.The General Plan and zoning for the property are adequate to accommodate the development. Access from Airport Road is adequate and will improve once Knighton Road is extended to Interstate 5.The final alignment of the roadway may affect the utility of the project site. Extension of public services from Airport Road to the site is easier than projected for the proposed project and there are no unique features that would increase maintenance costs. Based on the evaluation of both environmental impacts and the project objectives, the proposed project as mitigated provides the environmentally superior alternative. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 5-28 November 2000 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA 6.1 CUMULATIVE IMPACTS This section identifies the cumulative effects of the proposed project. Cumulative impacts expected from the proposed project are the result of combining the potential effects of the project with other cumulative development and foreseeable development projects. The following discussion considers the potentially significant impacts of the relevant issue areas. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS AND METHODOLOGY The CEQA Guidelines require a discussion of the potential cumulative impacts that could result from the Redding Sports Complex in conjunction with other projects in the vicinity. Cumulative impacts occur when two or more individual effects together create a significant environmental impact, or if they compound or increase other environmental impacts. Cumulative impacts can result from individually minor but collectively significant projects taking place simultaneously or over time. To provide an adequate discussion of potential cumulative effects, CEQA provides two options by which to analyze cumulative impacts: I. An EIR may either provide a list of past, present and reasonably foreseeable future projects which, when combined, could result in a significant impact more severe than the project alone; or 2. An EIR may provide a summary of projections contained within an adopted General Plan or related planning document which is designed to evaluate regional or area-wide conditions. For the purposes of this EIR,the second method has been utilized. Cumulative impacts have been assessed based upon surrounding land uses and local growth patterns in the city and the unincorporated county. Based upon the land use designations and potential buildout of the General Plan in this part of the city, it is possible to estimate how the Redding Sports Complex project will contribute to the local environment when combined with other future growth in the immediate area. The recently adopted City of Redding General Plan (2000) provides for the long range direction and development of land within the city. To estimate the development potential within the city, the city has been divided into a number of "focus areas". The Redding Sports Complex site is located within the Stillwater Creek Focus Area. The project site has been identified as a"public park"on the Stillwater Creek Focus Area land use map. For the area surrounding the project site, the General Plan emphasizes greater industrial and commercial activities - particularly north, west and south of the project site - and fewer residential land uses. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 6-I Draft Environmental Impact Report 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA According to the General Plan, a rate of 1.78 percent represents the annual compounded growth rate for residential,commercial,and industrial growth within the urban area. Under the city's projected growth rate, Redding will reach full residential buildout in the year 2049, full commercial buildout in 2045, and full industrial buildout by the year 2140. The City's General Plan EIR addresses cumulative impacts for projects to be implemented during the life of the Plan,which includes development within the project area. The General Plan acknowledges that persons residing or owning property in less urbanized areas might perceive increased urban development more severely than similar transitions in a more urban setting. However,through the implementation of General Plan policies and programs,the General Plan EIR concludes that establishing future residential, commercial or industrial development near or adjacent to potentially incompatible uses can be reduced to a less than significant level. The cumulative impact analysis below is based upon the analysis and conclusions in the General Plan EIR. A cumulative analysis of the project is provided at the end of each section of this EIR. A summary of each section's potential cumulative impacts is provided below. CUMULATIVE IMPACT ANALYSIS Outlined below is a compilation of the cumulative impacts that would result from the implementation of the project and future development in the vicinity. As described above, cumulative impacts are two or more effects that,when combined, are considerable or compound other environmental effects. Each cumulative impact is determined to have one of the following levels of significance: less than significant, significant, or significant and unavoidable. For the purposes of this EIR, the following cumulative impacts have been identified. Land Use The Redding Sports Complex project would introduce an essentially urban use into an area that is presently more rural in appearance. The proposed sports complex use, however, is consistent with the General Plan land use designation of "Public Park"and with the Stillwater Creek Focus Area's designation of "Future Park." The General Plan for the area in proximity to the site also emphasizes greater industrial and commercial activities,thereby adding to the urban development of the area. As discussed more fully in the Noise, Traffic and Circulation, and Aesthetics sections of this report, impacts from the project relating to increases in noise, traffic and night time lighting can be mitigated to less than significant levels. There are no known pending projects within the vicinity that, in conjunction with the proposed project, would generate local cumulative impacts in the short-term. As such, the project's cumulative land use impacts upon the area are considered less than significant. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 6-2 November 2000 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA Aesthetics and Visual Resources Although the land uses in the vicinity of the project site are varied,the overall appearance of the area would be more associated with a rural setting than an urban one. While there are City facilities adjacent to the project site and automobile wrecking yards nearby, residences are on larger lots than those typically associated with urban and suburban areas, and some residences keep horses on the property. Also,there are large areas of vacant and undeveloped land.This characterization is reinforced by the fact that much of the land in the vicinity of the project is under the jurisdiction of the County. In general, the project would be compatible with the existing setting. Much of the project site would be kept in open space. Of the portion of the site that would be developed, most of it would be used for sports fields. A few structures would be constructed at the site, the most significant being the multipurpose building. However,the sports complex is a recreational facility designed to accommodate mainly urban and suburban residents, and it is expected to experience heavy use. Thus, the project would introduce an essentially urban use into an area that is more rural in appearance. Furthermore, with possible future expansion of the City Corporation Yard and Transfer Station, and with potential expansion of the sports complex itself, there is the possibility of increased urbanization in the area. Future development in the project vicinity must be consistent with the policies and programs of the City's General Plan. For the area surrounding the project site,the General Plan emphasizes greater industrial and commercial activities-particularly north,west and south of the project site-and fewer residential land uses. Thus,the City is planning for greater urbanization of the area. The project would be consistent with future land uses in the area,as set forth in the General Plan. The General Plan EIR evaluated the potential impacts of such development, and concluded that it would have no significant impacts if General Plan policies and programs are followed. Thus,while the setting in the vicinity of the project would change,the change would be consistent with future land use plans. Cumulative impacts, therefore, are considered less than significant. Air Quality As discussed under Impact 4.4.1, the project would make a small contribution to the total emissions in Shasta County. This is demonstrated by a comparison of estimated project emissions to the total emissions for the County, as shown in Table 4.4-4. However, the City may expand the sports complex in the future, depending upon demand for more facilities and availability of funding. Should the sports complex expand, it would most likely take place in a 107-acre area south of the project site. Because it is not known what facilities would be constructed in the expansion area, an evaluation of the impacts of such expansion on air quality would be too speculative. However, it is expected that an expansion could lead to greater emissions generated by the complex, primarily from vehicle traffic. Increased vehicle traffic, with its emissions of ROG and NO. ,would contribute to the existing violation of State ozone standards by Shasta City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 6-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA County. Considering the potential contribution of future development in the Redding area, the cumulative impact of the project on ozone conditions is considered potentially significant. Mitigation Measures The following are based upon a list of mitigation measures developed by SCAQMD. These measures are normally applied to projects with estimated emissions that exceed Level "B" thresholds (see Significance Criteria). However, due to the potentially significant cumulative effects of the project, the following measures are recommended. MM 4.4.4a The project shall provide for a parking lot design that does not impede a clear,direct pathway for safe, easy movement of pedestrians and public transportation vehicles. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Development Services Department- Planning Division, in consultation with Redding Area Bus Authority. MM 4.4.4b The project shall demonstrate that its design will not prohibit the future installation of bus turnouts, passenger benches and shelters if the Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) determines that such facilities will be needed. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Development Services Department- Planning Division, in consultation with Redding Area Bus Authority. MM 4.4.4c The project shall provide for adequate bicycle storage/parking facilities at a minimum of one bicycle space for every 30 automobile spaces. Timing/Implementation: Prior to approval of final site plan. Enforcement/Monitoring: City of Redding Development Services Department-Planning Division. Implementation of the above mitigation measures would encourage the use of alternative modes of transportation, thereby reducing project vehicle traffic and its contribution to ozone levels. Impacts after mitigation would be less than significant. Biological Resources Construction of the first phase of the proposed Redding Sports Complex project would require thinning/removal of up to 35 acres of blue oak woodland habitat. Ultimate build-out of the Sports Complex project would result in an additional loss of 30 acres of blue oak woodland, for an overall project site loss Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 6-4 November 2000 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA of 65 acres. According the City's General Plan,blue oak woodland is one of the most common habitat types in the project region, encompassing approximately 52 percent of the City's planning area is comprised of blue oak-foothill pine woodland. Based on the relative abundance of this habitat type within the City's planning area, blue oak woodland is not designated as a sensitive habitat by the City's General Plan EIR. Blue oak woodland within the project site is considered to have relatively low habitat value since the site is not contiguous to undeveloped areas. The project site is bounded on all sides by development (i.e., roadways, industrial development, residences) that would be barriers to long distance wildlife movement within the project area. With existing development already present on the north, east, and west sides of the project area,habitat fragmentation associated with the development of the proposed Sports Complex project would not occur. As a result, loss of oak woodland associated with the construction of the Redding Sports Complex would be a less than significant impact. Implementation of Mitigation Measures 4.5.I a to 4.5.1 c would compensate for the loss of trees resulting from the project. It should be noted this is tree replacement mitigation and not mitigation for loss of habitat. CDFG has no guidelines for oak woodland mitigation. However, the mitigation measures would encourage the planting of groves, which would replace lost habitat over time. Cultural Resources As set forth in Section 4.6, a field reconnaissance and archival research conducted for the site did not identify any significant historic or cultural resources on the property. Mitigation measures have been identified to avoid destruction or disturbance of undiscovered resources should any be uncovered during site construction. For this reason,cumulative project development which occurs at other project locations will not result in a combined effect that is greater than the individual projects along,therefore the project's cumulative impact upon historic or cultural resources is considered less than significant. Geology and Soils The project's impacts on the geologic setting and soils are confined to a specific project area. The overall geology and soil composition of a region are not significantly affected by a single development. Thus, cumulative impacts of the project on geology and soils are less than significant. Hydrology and Water Quality The project, in conjunction with future development, may reduce the number of groundwater recharge areas in the vicinity. The project proposes the construction of a multipurpose building and parking lots. As described earlier, these facilities would introduce impervious surfaces to the site, which would prevent percolation of water into the soil. With more urbanized development planned for the area surrounding the project site, the project would contribute to an overall increase in impervious surfaces and a concomitant decrease in areas where precipitation may percolate,reducing groundwater recharge. However,this project City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 6-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA would leave large areas unpaved, including the sports fields and the wetland preserve in the southern portion of the site. These would leave places that could act as groundwater recharge areas, where precipitation could percolate into the groundwater. By contrast, other development that could potentially occur in the vicinity, in accordance with the City's General Plan, would likely contain a greater percentage of impervious surfaces. Therefore, the cumulative impacts of the project on groundwater recharge are considered less than significant. The project, along with future development, may contribute to a continuing degraded water quality of the Sacramento River. The Sacramento River from Shasta Dam to Red Bluff is currently classified as a "water quality limited segment", in accordance with Section 303(d) of the Federal Clean Water Act. A water quality limited segment is a section of a freshwater body where water quality does not meet, or is not expected to meet, water quality standards even after the application of appropriate effluent limitations for point sources. Additional treatment beyond minimum Federal requirements are imposed on dischargers to a water quality limited segment. Dischargers are assigned or allocated a maximum allowable load of critical pollutants (RWQCB, 1998). The pollutants within the segment of the Sacramento River through Redding include the metals cadmium, copper and zinc. The main source of the metals is runoff from abandoned mines, including the Iron Mountain mine northwest of the City. Flow, temperature and toxicity have also been cited as reasons for the classification (RWQCB, 1998). The project, along with future development in the Redding area, could contribute to the current situation, or at least inhibit improvement in the water quality of the river segment. The project's contribution would come via discharges into Clover Creek, which flows into the Sacramento River. However, the mitigation measures presented in this section would substantially reduce the potential contribution of contaminants by the project. Moreover, project runoff would not contribute a significant amount of metals to surface waters. Metals from abandoned mines are the principal source of metal pollutants to the Sacramento River. Finally, given the seasonal nature of rainfall, the project would make no contributions to surface water contamination during the dry season. Therefore, potential cumulative impacts of the project on the water quality of the Sacramento River are considered less than significant. Noise Project traffic combined with projected cumulative traffic would generate increased noise levels.Table 4.9- 6 shows projected noise increases resulting from traffic generated by the project plus traffic expected to generated in the area by the year 2020, based upon the City of Redding General Plan (see Section 4.1 1, Transportation and Traffic). According to Table 4.9-6, changes in the noise levels along the roadway segments studied would result in no greater than a 1.4 dB increase under cumulative traffic conditions. These increase would be under all thresholds of significance as set forth in Table 4.9-4. Therefore, cumulative traffic noise impacts are considered less than significant. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 6-6 November 2000 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA Public Services & Utilities The proposed Redding Sports Complex, in conjunction with future development in the area,and region as a whole,would place additional demands on city services and utilities.City policies require all developments to provide infrastructure improvements and/or pay impact fees at the time of site development to off-set such impacts. Adhering to these policies ensures that impacts on service will be mitigated as part of the development approval process. The project's contribution to this impact has been identified and considered within the Public Hearing Draft General Plan EIR. City and regional facilities relating to water, wastewater, solid waste and electricity have been found to be adequate to serve the proposed project and regional development anticipated in the General Plan. With respect to drainage, the project will include an on-site stormwater detention facility to mitigate the project's increase in stormwater runoff. The project, therefore, will not overburden the city's storm drainage system. No additional police or fire personnel or equipment would be needed to serve the project. Continued implementation of city policy to hire additional police officers and fire personnel as the city to grows in population will provide the necessary personnel for fire and police services. The project's impacts upon city utilities and public services, therefore, are anticipated to be less than significant. Transportation and Circulation Impacts under cumulative are based on a comparison of "cumulative plus project" conditions with "cumulative no project conditions". The following discussion describes impacts and mitigation measures that occur under "cumulative plus project" conditions. For the reasons stated below, the project's cumulative traffic impacts are considered less than significant. Roadway System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect the roadway system based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The proposed project is not projected to adversely affect traffic operations within the study area,or does it modify or eliminate any existing roadways nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned roadway improvements. Therefore, no impacts would occur. Transit System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect public transit service or facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing service or facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned service or facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 6-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report 6.0 OTHER EVALUATIONS REQUIRED BY CEQA Bicycle and Pedestrian System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect bicycle/pedestrian facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. 6.2 GROWTH-INDUCING IMPACTS Public Resources Code Section 21100(a)(5) requires that the growth-inducing impacts of a project be addressed in the environmental impact report. As defined in the CEQA Guidelines, a project may be growth-inducing if it directly or indirectly fosters economic or population growth or the construction of additional housing. Included are projects which would remove obstacles to population growth, such as the expansion of a wastewater treatment plant. It must not be assumed that growth in any area is necessarily beneficial, detrimental or of little significance to the environment{CEQA Guidelines 15I26.2(d)]. The project proposes the construction of a sports complex. Recreational facilities in general are built to satisfy an existing or anticipated demand for them, which in turn is generated by an increase in population. Thus, recreational facilities are built in response to growth rather than inducing growth themselves. The proposed project is being built in an area that is predominantly designated for industrial and commercial uses. Residential areas exist, but they are designated for lower densities than are typical for urban areas. The City's General Plan does not designate any residential areas in the vicinity with densities higher than one housing unit for every 2-3.5 acres. Thus, the project is not expected to encourage greater or more dense residential development. Water and sewer lines would be extended to the project site, but these lines would serve only the project, and no offsite development would be connected to them. Therefore, the project is not expected to have any growth-inducing impacts. 6.3 SIGNIFICANT AND UNAVOIDABLE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS Public Resources Code Section 21 I00(b)(2)(A) requires an environmental impact report to include a detailed statement setting forth any significant effects on the environment that cannot be avoided if a project is implemented. CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.2(b) states that such impacts include those which can be mitigated but not reduced to a level of insignificance. Where there are impacts that cannot be alleviated without imposing an alternative design,their implications and the reasons why the project is being proposed, notwithstanding their effect,should be described. The environmental analysis conducted for the proposed project did not identify any significant and unavoidable impacts. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 6-8 November 2000 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND PERSONS CONSULTED 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND PERSONS CONSULTED 7.1 PREPARERS OF THE EIR This EIR was prepared for the City of Redding by Pacific Municipal Consultants. Staff members who contributed to the preparation of the Draft EIR are identified below: • Chris Stabenfeldt, AICP, Senior Associate • Mark Teague, Project Manager • Terry Farmer, Associate Planner • Pat Murphy, Associate Planner • Laura Lukes, Project Coordinator • John Hope, Planning Technician • Kent Lundberg, Associate Planner • Christine Fore, Administration Manager Subconsultants involved in the preparation of the Draft EIR include the following: Aesthetics Musco, Inc. • Bob Crookham Biological Resources North State Resources, Inc. • Tim Reilly, Principal • Wirt Lanning, Biologist Cultural Resources Coyote and Fox Enterprises • Trudy Vaughan, Principal Hydrology Norman S. Braithwaite, Inc. • Norman Braithwaite, P.E., Civil Engineer Noise Bollard & Brennan, Inc. • Paul Bollard, Principal City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 7-I Draft Environmental Impact Report 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND PERSONS CONSULTED Transportation/Traffic Fehr and Peers Associates • Ron Milam, Principal • Lance Pagel, Transportation Planner 7.2 INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS CONSULTED The following persons and organizations were consulted or submitted comments during the preparation of this EIR: INDIVIDUALS John Keaney, Senior Planner, Development Services Department, City of Redding Kimberly Neimer, City of Redding E. Robert Meissner, Cal Electro, Inc. John Waldrop, Shasta County Air Quality Management District Howard and Betty Benson Guy Heberling ORGANIZATIONS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service • Dale Pierce, Acting Field Supervisor 7.3 REFERENCES PROJECT DESCRIPTION: JC Draggoo and Associates. Redding Sports Park Development and Management Study. Portland, Ore., February 1999. Don M.Groundwater, District Engineer, Bella Vista Water District. "Redding Sports Park Project." Letter to Jim King, August 30, 1999. Scott Mobley. "Budget holds fun for Redding." Redding Record-Searchlight,June 13, 2000. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 7-2 November 2000 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND PERSONS CONSULTED Recon Environmental Corporation. Final Environmental Impact Report,Shastec Redevelopment Project,EIR-1-95. Emeryville, Calif., March 1996. LAND USE: City of Redding, General Plan — 1985, as amended City of Redding, Public Hearing Draft General Plan Land, March 27, 2000. City of Redding,Zoning Ordinance, February 2000. City of Redding,Zoning Ordinance- Tree Ordinance Preservation Ordinance, February 2000. City of Redding. Clearing, Grading, Fills and Excavation Ordinance, February 1992. Shasta County Regional Transportation Agency, Regional Transportation Plan for Shasta County, December, 1998. Letter from Kent Manuel, Senior Planner, City of Redding Planning Department, dated September 3, 1999. California EMF Consensus Group, Report of the California EMF Consensus Group, March 1992. AESTHETICS AND VISUAL RESOURCES: John Batinsey. "Comments and Options Concerning the Eatontown, NJ Outdoor Lighting Ordinance." International Dark-Sky Association, Information Sheet 93, April 1999. County of San Diego Outdoor Lighting Ordinance. International Dark-Sky Association Internet site, http://www.darksky.org. International Dark-Sky Association. "What Is a True 'Full Cutoff Outdoor Lighting Fixture?" Information Sheet 143, October 1998. Tucson/Pima County Lighting Code,Ordinance No.8210, 1994 edition. International Dark-Sky Association Internet site, http://www.darksky.org` AIR QUALITY: California Air Resources Board. Federal and State Ambient Air Quality Standards. Internet site http://www.arb.ca.gov. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 7-3 Draft Environmental Impact Report 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND PERSONS CONSULTED California Air Resources Board. f 996 Estimated Annual Average Emissions, Shasta County. Internet site http://www.arb.ca.gov. Tony Hopfinger. "Ozone Level Ties Worst Mark." Redding Record-Searchlight, September 4, 1998. Jim Schultz. "County Has Fewer Hazy Days Than Last Year." Redding Record-Searchlight,July 17, 1999. Shasta County Air Quality Management District. SCAQMD Rulebook. Shasta County Air Quality Management District et al. /997 Air Quality Attainment Plan, Northern Sacramento Valley Air Basin. Shasta County General Plan, as amended 1998. John Waldrop, Shasta County Air Quality Management District. Telephone conversation with Terry Farmer, Pacific Municipal Consultants, September 25, 2000. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES: California Department of Fish and Game. State and Federally Listed Endangered, Threatened, and Rare Plants of California. State of California, The Resources Agency, Department of Fish and Game, Habitat Conservation Division. California Natural Diversity Database. Sacramento, Calif.,July 2000. California Department of Fish and Game. California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Database, Special Plants List. Sacramento, Calif.,July 2000. California Department of Fish and Game. Endangered and Threatened Animals of California. State of California,The Resources Agency,Department of Fish and Game, Habitat Conservation Division.California Natural Diversity Database. Sacramento, Calif.,July 2000. California Department of Fish and Game. California Natural Diversity Database. Version 2.1.2c. Sacramento, Calif., March 24, 2000. Hickman,J.C. (ed.). The Jepson Manual-Higher Plants of California. Berkeley, Calif.: University of California Press, 1993. Jennings, M. and M. Hayes. Amphibian and Reptile Species of Special Concern in California. Prepared for the California Department of Fish & Game, Inland Fisheries Division. Contract#8023, November I, 1994. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 7-4 November 2000 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND PERSONS CONSULTED Mayer K. E., William F. Laudenslayer Jr., Editors. A Guide to Wildlife Habitats of California. California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, 1998. North State Resources, Inc. "Technical Memorandum: Special Status Plant Field Survey for the Proposed City of Redding Viking Road Corporation Yard and Solid Waste Transfer Station, Redding, Calif." September 24, 1992. North State Resources, Inc. "Aquatic Invertebrate Survey for the Proposed Solid Waste Center Project on Viking Way, Redding, Calif." Draft Report, 1993. North State Resources, Inc. " Pre-Jurisdictional Delineation of Waters of the U.S. for the Proposed City of Redding Sportsplex Project; Shasta County, Calif." Redding, Calif., October 1998. Skinner, M.W.,and Paulick, B.M. (eds.). Inventory of Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of California(5 ed.). Sacramento, Calif: Griffin Printing Company, 1994. CULTURAL RESOURCES: Coyote&Fox Enterprises(Vaughan,Trudy),Archaeological Survey Report for the Proposed City of Redding Sports Complex, August 2000. City of Redding, Public Hearing Draft General Plan -Natural Resources Element, March 27, 2000. City of Redding, Public Hearing Draft General Plan Environmental Impact Report, April 19, 2000. GEOLOGY AND SOILS: California Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology. Fault Activity Map of California. Sacramento, Calif., 1994. California Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology. Geologic Map of California, Redding Sheet. Sacramento, Calif., 1962. California Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology. Mineral Land Classification of Alluvial Sand and Gravel,Crushed Stone, Volcanic Cinders,Limestone,and Diatomite within Shasta County,California. DMG Open-File Report 97-03. Sacramento, Calif., 1997. City of Redding. Draft General Plan Background Report, May 1998. City of Redding. City of Redding Grading Ordinance, Ordinance No. 1986,January 1992. Gtr of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 7-5 Draft Environmental Impact Report 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND PERSONS CONSULTED Tony Hopfinger, Tim Hearden and Anne Hart. "Big One Hits Redding," Redding Record Searchlight, November 27, 1998. United States Department of Agriculture,Soil Conservation Service and Forest Service. Soil Survey of Shasta County Area, California. August 1974. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY: Norman Braithwaite. "Redding Sports Complex, Flood Risk Issues." Letter to Mark Teague, Pacific Municipal Consultants, August 7, 2000. City of Redding. Draft General Plan Background Report,July 1998. Huckabay,Patricia S. Groundwater Levels in the Redding Groundwater Basin. State of California,The Resources Agency, Department of Water Resources, Northern District, 1996. McClelland Consultants (West), Inc. Draft Environmental Impact Report, Redding Solid Waste Transfer Station/Recycling Facility and Redding Area Bus Authority Central Operations Hub Project. State Clearinghouse No. 90030464, November 1990. Pierce, Michael J. Ground Water in the Redding Basin, Shasta and Tehama Counties, California. U.S. Geological Survey, 1983. Regional Water Quality Control Board, Central Valley Region. The Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) for the California Regional Water Quality Control Board,Central Valley Region(Fourth Edition). Sacramento,Calif. , 1998. NOISE: City of Redding Draft General Plan, March 27, 2000. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS: City of Redding, General Plan, October 2000. City of Redding, General Plan Environmental Impact Report, October 2000. City of Redding,Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Redding Solid Waste Transfer Station/Recycling Facility and Redding Area Bus Authority Central Operations Hub Project, November 1990. Redding Sports Complex City of Redding Draft Environmental Impact Report 7-6 November 2000 7.0 REPORT PREPARERS AND PERSONS CONSULTED Personal Communication City Police Department City Fire Department Don Groundwater, Bella Vista Water District TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION: Documents Brady/LSA, East Campus Playing Fields Project DEIR, August 1999. City of Redding, City of Redding General Plan— Circulation Element, 1986. City of Redding, City of Redding General Plan, 2000. City of Redding, City of Redding Public Hearing Draft General Plan DEIR, April 2000. County of Shasta, Shasta County Geographical Information System Model, 2000. Hogle-Ireland, Inc., Laguna Hills Community Center Park DEIR, May 1997. Institute of Transportation Engineers, Trip Generation, 6th Edition, 1997. JC Draggoo and Associates, Redding Sports Park Development and Management Study, February 1999. The Planning Consortium, City of Glendale Freeway Sports Park EIR,July 1996. TJKM, Traffic Impact Study for the North Vallejo Community Center Expansion, September 1998. Transportation Research Board, Special Report 209- Highway Capacity Manual, 3' Edition, 1994. Personal Communications Will, Doug. City of Redding Traffic Engineer. Phone Conversation. September 25, 2000. Choate, Shirley. Caltrans Project Manager. Phone Conversation. September 25, 2000 City of Redding Redding Sports Complex November 2000 7-7 Draft Environmental Impact Report City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Draft Environmental Impact Report SCH No. 2000062097 APPENDICES Submitted to: City of Redding Development Services Department Planning Division 777 Cypress Avenue Redding, California 96001 Submitted by: PMC •AcIrlr MIINICIPAL CONSIJITANTS November 2000 APPENDICES APPENDIX A NOTICE OF PREPARATION AND INITIAL STUDY NOTICE OF PREPARATION TO FROM City of Redding (Responsible Agency) 777 Cypress Avenue (Address) Redding,CA 96001 Subject: NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF A DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT The City of Redding will be the Lead Agency and will prepare an environmental impact report for the project identified below. We need to know the views of your agency as to the scope and content of the environmental information which is germane to your agency's statutory responsibilities in connection with the proposed project. Your agency will need to use the EIR prepared by our agency when considering your permit or other approval for the project. The project description, location,and the probable environmental effects are contained in the attached materials. A copy of_ the Initial Study(x is is not)attached. Due to the time limits mandated by State law,your response must be sent at the earliest possible date but not later than 30 days after receipt of this notice. Please send your response to John Keaney at the address shown above. We will need the name for a contact person in your agency. PROJECT TITLE Redding Sports Complex PROJECT APPLICANT,IF ANY City of Redding Date (0/Z-1) /Z- ) -/-Ud SignatureZ-#,/, fr112,4� rz Title5ei)be ,4.5-sGG74 Z__ TelephoneC,1') 3P6i 7 Reference:California Administrative Code,Title 14,Sections 15082(a), 15103, 15375. Appendix V CEQA Guidelines Mail to: State Clearinghouse, 1400 Tenth Street,Sacramento,CA 95814-916/445-0613 Notice of Completion and Environmental Document Transmittal Form See NOTE below SCH# .6)occe28E77 1. Project Title: Redding Sports Complex 3. Contact Person John Keanev 2. Lead Agency City of Redding _ 3. Contact Person 3a. Street Address 777 Cypress Avenue 3b.City Redding 3c. County Shasta 3d.Zip 96049-6071 3e.Phone 530/225-4025 Project Location 4. County Shasta 4a.City/Nearest Community Redding 4b. Assessor's Parcel No. 4c.Section Twp. Range 5a. Cross Streets Old Oregon Trail,Viking Way 5b.For Rural,Nearest Community 6. Within 2 miles: a. State Hwy# 44 b. Airports None c. Railways None d. Waterways Chum Creek,Stillwater Creek,Clover Creek 7. Document Type CEQA: 01. E NOP 05. ❑ Supplement/Subsequent EIR 09. 0 NOI 13. 0 Joint Document 02. ❑ Early Cons (Prior SCH No: ) 10. 0 FONSI 14. 0 Final Document 03. ❑ Neg Dec 06. ❑ NOE 11. 0 Draft EIS 15. 0 Other 04. ❑ Draft EIR 07. LI NOC 12. 0 EA 08. ❑ NOD 8. Local Action Type 01. 0 General Plan Update 05. E Annexation 09. ❑ Rezone 12. ❑ Waste Mgmt Plan 02. 0 New Element 06. ❑ Specific Plan 10. 0 Land Division(Subdivision, 13. ❑ Cancel Ag Preserve 03. E General Plan Amendment 07. 0 Community Plan Parcel Map,Tract Map,Etc. 14. 0 Other 04. 0 Master Plan 08. 0 Redevelopment 11. E Use Permit 9.Development Type 01. 0 Residential: Units Acres 07. 0 Mining: Mineral 02. 0 Office: Sq.ft. Acres Employees 08. 0 Power Type Watts 03. 0 Shopping/Commercial: Sq.f._Acres Employees_ 09. 0 Waste Treatment: Type 04. 0 Industrial: Sq.t._Acres Employees_ 10. ❑ OCS Related 05. ❑ Water Facilities: MGD 11. E Other Regional Sports Park 06. ❑ Transportation: Type 10.Total Acres 104 11.Total Jobs Created Unknown 12.Project Issues Discussed in Document 01. E AestheticNisual 09. 0 Geologic/Seismic 17. 0 Social 25. E Wetland/Riparian 02. 0 Agricultural Land 10. Cl Jobs/Housing Balance 18. E Soil Erosion 26. 0 Wildlife 03. E Air Quality 11. 0 Minerals 19. 0 Solid Waste 27. ❑ Growth Inducing 04. E Archaeological/Historical 12. E Noise 20. 0 Toxic/Hazardous 28. E Incompatible Land Use 05. 0 Coastal Zone 13. E Public Services 21. E TrafficJCirculation 29. 0 Cumulative Effects 06. LI Economic 14. ❑ Schools 22. E Vegetation 30. ❑ Other 07. 0 Fire Hazard 15. ❑ Septic Systems 23. E Water Quality 08 E Flooding/Drainage 16. E Sewer Capacity 24. E Water Supply 13.Funding(approx.)Federal S State 5 Total$ 8.5 million 14.Present Land Use and Zoning:Site is currently vacant. Zoning is U(Unclassified). 15.Project Description:Construction of a regional park with ball diamonds,soccer fields, concession and park areas. 16.Signature of Lead Agency Representative Date NOTE: Clearinghouse will assign identification numbers for all new projects. If a SCH number already exists for a project(e.g.from a Notice of Preparation or previous draft document),please fill it in. Appendix C-2 of 3 Appendix VI Guidelines and Discussions 733 Reviewing Agencies ❑ Resources Agency ® Caltrans District 2 ❑ Boating /Waterways ❑ Dept. of Transportation Planning ❑ Conservation ❑ Aeronautics ® Fish and Game ® California Highway Patrol ❑ Forestry ❑ Housing and Community Development ❑ Colorado River Board ❑ Statewide Health Planning ❑ Dept. Water Resources ❑ Health ❑ Reclamation ❑ Food and Agriculture s Parks and Recreation ❑ Public Utilities Commission ❑ Office of Historic Preservation ❑ Public Works ❑ Native American Heritage Commission ❑ Corrections ❑ S.F. Bay Conservation and Development ❑ General Services Commission ❑ Coastal Commission ❑ OLA ❑ Energy Commission ❑ Santa Monica Mountains ❑ State Lands Commission ❑ TRPA • Air Resources Board ❑ OPR—OLGA ❑ Solid Waste Management Board ❑ OPR—Coastal o SWRCB: Sacramento ❑ Bureau of Land Management • RWQCB: Sacramento ❑ Forest Service ❑ Water Rights 0 Other s Water Quality ❑ Other For SCH Use Only: Date Received at SCH Catalog Number ,. Date Review Starts Applicant Date to Agencies Consultant Date to SCH Contact Phone Clearance Date Address Notes: Revised March 1986 Appendix VI Guidelines and Discussions 733 REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX INITIAL STUDY PREPARED FOR: CITY OF REDDING 777 CYPRESS AVENUE REDDING, CA 96001 PREPARED BY: PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS PM'C PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS JUNE 2000 INITIAL STUDY FOR THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX CITY OF REDDING, CA Prepared for: CITY OF REDDING 777 CYPRESS AVENUE Redding, CA 96001 Prepared by: PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS 10461 Old Placerville Road, Suite 110 Sacramento, CA 95827 916.361.8384 Fax: 916.361.1574 JUNE 2000 II TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION I 2.0 PROJECT INFORMATION 2 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 6 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 9 1. Land Use and Planning 9 2. Population and Housing 11 3. Geology 13 4. Water 17 5. Air Quality 19 6. Transportation/Circulation _ . 22 7. Biological Resources 24 8. Energy and Mineral Resources 26 9. Hazards 28 10. Noise 31 11. Public Services 33 12. Utilities and Service Systems 35 13. Aesthetics 37 14. Cultural Resources 38 15. Recreation 39 16. Mandatory Findings of Significance 40 5.0 DETERMINATION 41 City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study June 2000 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Introduction and Regulatory Guidance This document is an Initial Study for the Redding Sports Complex Project in the City of Redding. An initial study is conducted by a lead agency to determine if a project may have a significant effect on the environment. In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15063, an EIR must be prepared if an initial study indicates that the proposed project under review may have a potentially significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration may be prepared instead, if the lead agency prepares a written statement describing the reasons why the proposed project would not have a significant effect on the environment, and therefore, why it does not require the preparation of an EIR (CEQA Guidelines Section 15371). 1.2 Lead Agency The lead agency is the public agency with primary responsibility over a proposed project.,In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15051(b)(1), "the lead agency will normally be the agency with general governmental powers, such as a city or county, rather than an agency with a single or limited purpose." Based on the criteria above,the City of Redding serves as the lead agency for the proposed Redding Sports Complex Project. 1.3 Document Organization This document is divided into the following sections: • 1.0 Introduction-This section provides an introduction and describes the purpose and organization of this document. • 2.0 Project Information-This section provides general information regarding the project. It includes the project title,lead agency and address,contact person,brief description of the project location,general plan land use designations, zoning designations, identification of surrounding land uses, and identification of other public agencies whose review, approval, and/or permits may be required. Also listed in this section is a checklist of the environmental factors that are potentially affected by the project. • 3.0 Project Description -This section provides a description of the proposed project. • 4.0 Evaluation of Environmental Impacts-This section describes the environmental setting/overview for each of the environmental subject areas,evaluates a range of impacts classified as"no impact,""less than significant,""potentially significant unless mitigation is incorporated,"and"potentially significant" in response to the environmental checklist. Each environmental checklist question is discussed and analyzed. At the end of each topic section is a list of references and documents consulted during the preparation of the Initial Study. • 5.0 Determination-This section provides the environmental determination for the project, identifying whether a negative declaration, mitigated negative declaration, or environmental impact report will be prepared for the project. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study June 2000 2.0 PROJECT INFORMATION 2.0 PROJECT INFORMATION 1. Project Title: Redding Sports Complex 2. Lead Agency: City of Redding Development Services Department 777 Cypress Avenue P.O. Box 496071 Redding, CA 96049-6071 3. Contact Person: John Keaney, Senior Planner 4. Project Location: Eastern Redding near Old Oregon Trail and Viking Way(Figure 1). 5. Project Sponsor: City of Redding 6. General Plan Designation: City- PUB (Public), GI (General Industrial) County- SC (Service Commercial), Residential 7. Zoning: U (Unclassified) 8. Surrounding Land Uses and Settings: (Briefly describe the project's surroundings) North of the site is Viking Way and an auto wrecking yard across the street. East are the rear yards of ten single family residences along a 2,000-foot corridor bordering Old Oregon Trail. South of the site are three single family homes and vacant residential property. West are the City Corporation Yard, a material transfer facility and a detention pond. 9. Other public agencies whose approval is required: (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation agreement) • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers The U.S.Army Corps of Engineers(COE)regulates the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters(including wetlands)of the United States under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Areas within the proposed project site that would be under the COE's jurisdiction include seasonal wetlands. • Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Central Valley Region The RWQCB typically requires that a Construction Storm Water Permit(General Permit) be obtained for a project of this size. However, this permit is optional for cities with a population under 100,000 persons. If obtained,typical conditions issued with such a permit include: submittal and adherence to an erosion control plan, prohibitions on the release of oils, grease or other hazardous materials, and air quality protection measures. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study2 June 2000 2.0 PROJECT INFORMATION • U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Coordination with the USFWS is required during review of the City's environmental documentation and the Army Corps of Engineers permit process to review the project's potential to impact wildlife species that are listed as threatened or endangered. This coordination is required under Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act. If endangered species or critical habitat for endangered species are found within the permitted construction area, further consultation to determine how best to avoid impacting the species would be needed. • City of Redding A Use permit must be obtained from the City prior to development of the project site. A General Plan amendment also may be required if the Draft General Plan currently under review is not adopted by the City before final project approval. If the Draft General Plan is adopted prior to final project approval, no amendment would be required. An encroachment permit would be required from the City for crossing City roadways. • Shasta County An encroachment permit would be required from the County for work within County roadways and other easements. • Local Utility Companies A major 115 kV power line traverses the eastern edge of the property.No specific permits have been identified. However, an agreement between the City and the utility companies would probably be required where the project features cross or otherwise occupy existing utility easements. Ongoing coordination and review of project plans will be necessary to avoid any conflicts with existing or planned utilities. • Shasta County Air Quality Management District The Shasta County Air Quality Management District(SCAQIvID)may not require a permit for the project,but it should be given the opportunity to review the environmental document to ensure that appropriate mitigation to reduce construction related impacts on air quality have been incorporated. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study3 June 2000 2.0 PROJECT INFORMATION Environmental Factors Potentially Affected The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project: • Land Use and Planning • Transportation/Circulation • Public Services o Population and Housing • Biological Resources • Utilities and Service Systems • Geology & Soils o Energy and Mineral Resources • Aesthetics • Water o Hazards • Cultural Resources • Air Quality • Noise o Recreation • Mandatory Findings of Significance City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study 4 June 2000 IACCIDENT 1N g ■ I i _________,ii l i I VIDNC WAY VIKING W I i LI 1 . , 1/ kr lik ,t,,' EH !MI iit‘f. . 1 - STA • D� / �w COUNTY j j -s 1 rJJ . 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The site is known to contain 2.56 acres of wetlands within the site,of which about 1.56 acres will remain wetlands.The fill of approximately 1.0 acre will be regulated by the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers.While the easiest area to develop is located in the south central portion of the site, it is also the area of most wetlands. This factor, plus future expansion plans for the corporation yard and transfer facility and the location of a number of homes along Tarmac Road, resulted in the sports fields being located in the north and east sections of the site. Proposed project improvements include facilities the following uses: • Six adult softball fields • Two adult baseball fields • Twenty acre soccer facilities (seven fields) • Three and one-half mile long pedestrian trail system • 40,000 square-foot multipurpose building • Maintenance and storage facility • Bleacher stands • Batting cage facility and playground • Office building and four restroom concession buildings • Parking facilities including shade trees and five paved parking lots for about 850 vehicles and a 1.5 acre area for overflow parking • Detention pond for storm drainage • Retention of about 1.56 acres of wetlands The first phase of development is proposed to be completed within one year following environmental clearance and will consist of the following improvements: 1. Installation of overall site infrastructure: • Extension of sewer main • Extension of sewer and water service into the center of the site • Possible relocation of 115 kV High Voltage Power lines • Development of the access road to first phase improvements • Wetlands mitigation 2. Development of three (3) softball fields: • Three (3) lighted adult softball fields with 300 foot outfields • One concession stand and restroom building • Maintenance building and storage yard • Paved parking areas with shade trees for about 150 vehicles 3. Project mitigations including wetland mitigations associated with the environmental impacts of the first phase. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study6 June 2000 X N ^ t Lu z o Z N CO) >- 02 LLLL a -7: 0IX "(re� n oZD bA � � 2 < w •- . 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According to the District Engineer for the Bella Vista Water District, the park's needs can be met by a 12 - inch main located in Viking Way and an 8- inch main running through the site that connects to the existing 8 - inch main on the south side of the property (Source: Letter from Don Groundwater, Bella Vista Water District, August 30, 1999). It is not anticipated that easements would be needed for this extension. Electric service would be provided by the City of Redding. After the first phase is completed, the remaining improvements may occur in four phases depending on funding.For the first phase,road access to the baseball fields would come from a two lane paved drive way that would extend 1,000 feet from Viking Way to a paved parking area.This parking lot would be adjacent to two adult softball fields. At complete project build out of the master plan for the 104 acre site, the driveway (access road)would be extended north to Old Oregon Trail. The issue of when the Old Oregon Trail realignment,as proposed in the draft general plan,might occur has not been resolved. As currently proposed the realigned Old Oregon Trail would go through a portion of the project site where soccer fields are proposed. Eventually, the realignment will be needed because of cumulative traffic demands and to accommodate smooth traffic flow and add capacity to the circulation s�stem for this area of the city. Secondary access to the complex from Innsbruck Drive should also be studied. First phase drainage control may only require that the site be graded to sheet flow to existing natural drainage ways, however, care must be taken so that the retained wetlands do not lose seasonal surface water. Also,full improvements may require the expansion of the existing detention pond now servicing the solid waste transfer station. With regard to the project's operation,organized recreational use of the site would occur from early April to mid-November. League softball play would occur each weekday evening from early April to early October,from 5:00 p.m.to 11:00 p.m.Tournament play would occur on the weekends for baseball,softball and soccer. All of the ball fields will be equipped with lights for evening play. Some fields may have a built in public address system to be used during league games and tournaments. Full build out of the six softball fields could accommodate the needs of 160 teams per week or 80 games per week. The two baseball fields could accommodate 40 teams per week or 20 games per week.The seven field soccer facilities could handle 126 teams per week or about 63 games. Most of the soccer games will be on Saturday. (Source: Redding Sports Park Development & Management Study, JC Draggoo & Associates, February 21, 1999.) According to the project designer, JC Draggoo, the entire facility could generate a peak traffic volume of 400 cars during a 30 minute period.This would happen when teams are leaving and arriving; However,the traffic volumes can be reduced through scheduling. (Source: August 10, 1999 telephone conversation.) For the first phase, the two adult softball fields could accommodate the needs of about 60 teams per week or 20 to 30 games during a five-day week. The majority of these games will occur in the evening hours. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study8 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 1. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? • o o o b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the • o o o project? c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the • o , o o vicinity? d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. impacts to soil or farmlands, or impacts from o o o • incompatible land uses)? e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community (including a low-income or o o o • minority community)? ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The project site is located in a primarily rural residential area in the southeastern portion of Redding. The City Corporation Yard and the City Material Transfer Station are located adjacent to and west of the project site. Rural residences are located east of the site. Southwest of the site are some commercial buildings. North of the site is predominantly vacant land. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS l.a Current General Plan land use designations on the project site include General Industrial(GI) and Public (PUB) within the City, and Service Commercial (SC) and residential within the County. The zoning designation on the project site is U (unclassified). The project is compatible with the current City zoning designation. A General Plan amendment would be required to change the County designations on the site so that the project would be consistent with the designations. However, with the City intending to annex the County land,this change would be made as part of the annexation process. The project may still require a General Plan amendment if the City does not adopt a Draft General Plan currently being reviewed prior to final project approval. Therefore, impacts are considered significant and require further study. 1.b City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study9 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS The project would have an impact on wetlands located on the project site. These wetlands may be jurisdictional wetlands under the criteria of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and thus subject to the Section 404 permitting process. This impact is considered potentially significant. Further study of this issue would be required to determine the extent of this impact and possible mitigation measures. 1.c The project is located adjacent to public uses,which would not be affected by activities on the project site. However, there are single family residences in the vicinity,which could be adversely affected by project- related impacts such as noise,traffic and lighting. These impacts are potentially significant. Further study of this issue would be required to determine the extent of this impact and possible mitigation measures. 1.d Information generated by the California Department of Conservation Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program has been summarized in the Important Farmland Map (Figure 9-4) within the City of Redding's Draft General Plan Background Report(July 1998). According to the information presented in the Figure, there is no prime farmland in the project area or in the immediate vicinity. There are no significant agricultural activities on or in the vicinity of the project site. Therefore,the project would have no impact on agricultural resources or operations. 1.e The project would be located on land that is currently vacant. Most of the uses in the vicinity are of a commercial or public character. Residences are located mostly to the east and the south of the project site. The project would not divide any existing residential areas;therefore,the project would have no impact on the physical arrangement of established communities. DOCUMENTATION /REFERENCES City of Redding Land Use Element and General Plan Diagram (1992). City of Redding Public Review Draft General Plan (May 31. 1999/June 15, 1999). City of Redding Draft General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Request for Proposal, Redding Sports Complex, 2000. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study10 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 1 Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t tm_pact Impact 2. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal: a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local o o o • populations projections? b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly • or indirectly (e.g. through projects in an undeveloped o o • o area or extension of major infrastructure)? c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable o o o • housing? ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW A 1990 study of U.S. metropolitan areas by Woods and Poole Economics indicated that the Redding metropolitan area was among the fifty fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. According to the 1990 U.S. Census,the population of Redding was 66;462,which was a 57.9 percent increase over the 1980 population. Since 1990, the City has continued to experience population growth,though at a slower rate. The California Department of Finance has estimated that the City's population in 1999 is 78,675,which is an 18.4 percent increase over the 1990 population. Changes in economic conditions in the Redding area may have been a major factor in the slowdown in population growth, with an economic recession in the early 1990s followed by a slow recovery. The current 1999 population estimate is below a forecast made by Economic Sciences Corporation in a 1990 report for the City. The report,cited in the current Land Use Element, projected a 2000 population of 102,281 and a 2010 population of 135,188. The California Department of Finance estimates that there are 33,751 housing units in the City in 1999. This represents an increase of 23.9 percent over the 1990 total. Of the 1999 total units,approximately 63.2 percent are single family detached units. Approximately 26.7 percent are multifamily units. Most housing units in the vicinity of the project are single family residences, built at rural residential densities. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 2.a The project is a recreational facility, designed to serve both existing and future residents of the Redding area, The project would not induce population growth that would exceed current projections. Therefore, no impact is anticipated. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study1 1 June 1000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 2.b The project would be constructed in an area that is currently vacant. Under current General Plan designations, much of the land within the project site is designated for residential uses. The site would be less intensively developed under the project than it would be if it was developed fully under current General Plan designations. Thus, while there would be development in a currently vacant area, it would not be intensive urban development, and it would not encourage substantial growth in the vicinity. Impacts are considered less than significant. 2.c The project would be constructed on vacant land. Therefore, it would not displace any existing housing. No impacts would occur. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES California Department of Finance, City/County Population and Housing Estimates, 1999. City of Redding Land Use Element and General Plan Diagram (1992). City of Redding Draft General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study12 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 3. GEOLOGY. Would the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault rupture? o o • o b) Seismic ground shaking? o o • o c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? o o • o d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? o o o • e) Landslides or mudflows? o o o • f) Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil conditions from excavation, grading or fill? • o o o g) Subsidence of the land? o o o • h) Expansive soils? o o • o i) Unique geologic or physical features? o o o • ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The City of Redding is located at the northern tip of the Sacramento Valley. In the Redding area, the lowland of the Sacramento Valley meets the foothills of the Cascade and the Coast Range. This convergence of topographical features has produced a variety of landscapes in the Redding area, from river plains to canyons and bluff to hilly areas. Figure 2-1 of the Draft Redding General Plan Background Report (July 1998) illustrates the varied topography of the Redding area. Most of the Redding area along the Sacramento River is underlain by alluvial deposits of recent geological times. Further away from the river,the geology is that of nonmarine sedimentary deposits from Pleistocene times. The project area contains alluvial deposits in the area surrounding both Boulder and Churn Creeks, with Pleistocene non-marine deposits located further away from the streams. Much of the generalized information available regarding seismic and geologic hazards within the Redding Planning Area was developed in a 1995 study conducted by Woodward-Clyde Consultants. Summaries of this study and mapped information have been incorporated into the Draft General Plan Background Report. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study13 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 3.a While a number of faults have been found to occur in the Redding region,there are no active faults within 30 miles of the City. The 1994 Fault Activity Map of California, prepared by the California Division of Mines and Geology, indicates that there are no faults within or in the vicinity of the project area. Because of this, the potential for the project to be impacted by fault rupture is considered less than significant. 3.b The Woodward-Clyde study evaluated ground-shaking potential for the Redding area based upon an assessment of the maximum credible earthquake(MCE),crustal effects on seismic wave propagation,and available information and data on the near-surface geology. The MCE selected in the Woodward-Clyde analysis is a random crustal earthquake of magnitude 6 at a distance of 6 to 12 miles from Redding. Woodward-Clyde characterized the potential maximum ground shaking in the Planning Area in terms of peak horizontal ground acceleration expressed in g's (fraction of gravity or the gravitational acceleration constant which equals 980 cm/sec'-). At the project site,the peak horizontal accelerations could range from 0.15 to 0.45g, which places the site within a zone of highest ground-shaking potential. Redding is located within Seismic Zone 3 of the Uniform Building Code(UBC)zone classification. Based on their observation and analysis of the MCE for Redding,the consultants believe the UBC requirement that stipulates the use of a Z-factor(equivalent to a peak horizontal acceleration) of 0.30g in building design, generally provides conservative ground motion criteria for the design of new buildings and structures. For critical facilities in the Planning Area, such as schools and hospitals,the consultants recommend that site- specific seismic hazards evaluations be conducted. The sports complex is not considered a critical facility, and current building standards as set forth in the UBC should ensure that structures can adequately withstand ground shaking. Impacts, therefore, are considered less than significant. 3.c Liquefaction occurs when loosely packed,water-logged sediments lose their strength in response to strong shaking. Soils prone to liquefaction include loose to medium dense sands,gravels,and silts occurring below the water table. To assess liquefaction potential in the Planning Area. Woodward-Clyde considered two scenarios. These were a random magnitude 6 crustal earthquake at an epicenter distance of 6 to 12 miles from Redding and a magnitude 7 intraplate earthquake within the subducting Gorda Plate at a depth of about 35 miles beneath Redding. The consultants concluded that, although the peak horizontal accelerations resulting from the first scenario are higher due to the shorter distance to Redding,the second scenario could result in greater liquefaction because of a longer duration of ground shaking. The Woodward-Clyde study rated liquefaction potential based upon soil types. The project site is located within an area of low liquefaction potential. Therefore, liquefaction impacts are considered less than significant. 3.d Volcanic hazards can generally be characterized into three primary groups: flowage phenomena, tephra eruptions,and emission of volcanic gases. The project site,and Redding in general, is distant enough from the three active Cascade volcanoes(Lassen Peak,Mount Shasta and Medicine Lake)that it is unlikely that the Planning Area would be significantly affected by a volcanic eruption. Therefore.with regard to volcanic activity, no impact is anticipated. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study14 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Minor seiches in Shasta Lake could be generated by debris flows from Mount Shasta into the arms of the lake where its tributaries enter. Seiches are defined as an oscillation of a body of water in an enclosed or semi-enclosed basin that varies in duration and in height. Seiches typically occur as a result of sudden local changes in atmospheric pressure, but they can also be triggered by earthquakes or large landslides entering the body of water. In the case of Shasta Lake,the downstream dams of Spring Creek and Keswick would regulate this excess flow into the Sacramento River,thereby minimizing any inundation hazard.The project is located away from any streams or other bodies of water that could be affected by seiches. No impact to the project from seiche is anticipated. 3.e The topography of the project site consists mainly of flat or gently rolling terrain. The site has no high or steep hills, which would be likely sites for landslides. With regard to landslides or mudflows, no impact is anticipated. 3.f The Redding Draft General Plan Background Report indicates that the project site is not located in a n area of erosive soils. However, grading and construction work may expose soils on the project site to possible wind and water erosion. This impact is considered potentially significant. Further study of this issue would be required to determine the extent of this impact and possible mitigation measures. 3.g As part of its Urban Geology Master Plan(1973),the California Division of Mines and Geology rated the potential hazard for subsidence as non-existent in the Redding area. Since that time, no instances of subsidence have been reported in the project area. Therefore, no impact is anticipated. 3.h Certain soils, especially those containing smectite, mixed-layer clay, have the ability to shrink and swell. depending upon the moisture content of the soil. An additional problem in parts of the Sacramento Valley is the presence of gypsum salts within the soil profile. Wetting of the soils can lead to a dissolution and mobilization of these salts,creating soil compaction. Subsequent drying and recrystallization results in soil expansion. Such expansion can cause damage to building foundations, roadways and infrastructure if not properly mitigated. Gypsum does not appear to be present in significant amounts in the Redding Area. Also, the project site is not in an area where clayey soils are typically found. Therefore, impacts are anticipated to be less than significant. 3.i There are no unique geologic or physical features located within or near the project area. Therefore, the proposed project would not destroy,cover,or modify any unique geologic or physical features. No impact to unique geologic or physical features is expected. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES City of Redding Draft General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study15 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Woodward-Clyde Consultants. An Evaluation of Seismic Hazards in the Redding Planning Area(July 6, 1995). City of Redding Seismic Safety Element(1975). City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study16 June 2000 • 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 4. WATER. Would the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? • o o o b) Exposure of people or property to water related o o o • hazards such as flooding? c) Discharge into surface waters or other alteration of surface water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved o o • o oxygen or turbidity)? d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water o o • o body? e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of ° o o • water movements? f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or o o • o through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability? g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? o o o • h) Impacts to groundwater quality? o o • o i) Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? o o o • ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The project is located in an area without significant streams or other bodies of water. There are intermittent drainages in the eastern portion of the site, and a wetland area in the southern portion. However, these wetlands are seasonal and are typically dry by late spring. The project proposes to collect all surface runoff and conduct it to an existing retention basin, adjacent to and south of the transfer station. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study 17 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 4.a The project would alter the topography of the site by leveling part of the terrain in order to construct the sports fields. Also, the project would introduce impervious surface into a previously undeveloped area, mainly through the installation of parking lots. Both aspects of the project would alter the characteristics of the surface runoff that would be generated on the site. A greater amount of runoff would likely be generated,and its flow would change. These impacts are potentially significant. Further study of this issue would be required to determine the extent of this impact and possible mitigation measures. 4.b The project is not located in an area that is subject to flooding. Users of the recreational facilities would not be exposed to any flood hazard. Therefore,no impact is anticipated. 4.c,d,e There are no streams or other significant surface waters on or in the vicinity of the project site. Surface runoff on the project site would be conducted to a retention basin located south of the transfer station. Therefore, there would be no impact on surface waters. 4.f The project would receive its water through pipelines connected to the water system of the Bella Vista Water District. No wells would be drilled on the site. The project would not require any grading or other construction work that would affect an aquifer beneath the site. While some impervious surfaces would be introduced,recreational fields would comprise most of the site,which would allow for percolation of water into the ground. Therefore, there would not be a substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability. Overall, changes in groundwater quantity would be less than significant. 4.g Refer to 4.f. The project would have no impact on the direction or rate of flow of groundwater. 4.h Surface runoff from the project site is proposed to be conducted to an adjacent retention basin, if basin capacity is sufficient. Some of the runoff may percolate into the ground through the open field areas of the project site. This runoff may carry contaminants such as motor vehicle fluids, fertilizers,herbicides and pesticides. There would likely be insignificant amounts of motor vehicles fluids contained in the runoff. However, since there would be an extensive area dedicated to sports, there could be a significant amount of fertilizer,herbicide and pesticide contamination. This impact is potentially significant unless mitigated. 4.i Refer to 4.f. DOCUMENTATION /REFERENCES City of Redding Draft General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study 18 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significan No Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 5. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal: a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation? • 0 0 0 b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? • 0 o o c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or o o o • cause any change in climate? d) Create objectionable odors? o o o • ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The City of Redding is located in the extreme northern end of the Sacramento Valley,which is part of the Sacramento Valley Air Basin (SVAB). The northern end of the SVAB is surrounded by the Klamath Mountains and Coast Ranges to the northwest and west,and the Cascade Mountains and the Sierra Nevada to the northeast and east. Coupled with the relatively calm winds and fairly stable atmospheric conditions, the potential for significant air pollution in this portion of the SVAB is considered high. On a local level,air quality in the Redding metropolitan area is a reflection of the population growth of the region and the surrounding counties. It also reflects the fact that Redding is a central location for urban demands, including health care, retail, government, education, employment, housing and transportation. Additionally, the northern Sacramento Valley is also subject to significant ozone transport from the Sacramento and San Francisco Bay areas. These factors, coupled with the region's climate, topography, and forest resources, have caused the air quality of the Redding metropolitan area to be classified as "moderate nonattainment" for ozone and particulate matter. The"moderate" pollution standard is based on health criteria established by the California Clean Air Act. EPA has notified that they will be designating Shasta County as non-attainment for ozone in December, 2000. As required by the Federal Clean Air Act of 1971, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for six "criteria" air pollutants: ozone, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide(SO2), lead and suspended particulate matter less than 10 microns in diameter (PM10). These standards consist of maximum allowed pollutant concentrations during specified time periods and total emission amounts. Furthermore, these air quality standards are broken down into two types. Primary standards seek to protect human health, while secondary standards are designed to also protect property,the appearance of the air, and resources such as soil,crops,wildlife and vegetation. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study19 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS California uses more stringent regulations than the federal government for air pollutant emissions under a program administered by the California Air Resources Board(CARB).These standards are the levels of air quality considered safe, with an adequate margin of safety to protect the public health and welfare. They are designed to protect those "sensitive receptors" most susceptible to further respiratory distress. The CARB has outlined, in the approved 1994 State Implementation Plan(SIP)for ozone,new control strategies that will be developed and implemented over the next decade in California.These new measures will reduce air pollution throughout California and ensure continued progress towards meeting federal standards,as well as progress towards California's more health-protective standards.With the SIP as the State's established control strategy for the future, the CARB found that air quality districts within the Northern Sacramento Valley Air Basin (NSVAB), which includes Shasta County's district, would not be required to prepare a comprehensive plan update for 1997.Rather,districts were directed to focus on implementing their existing control strategies and SIP commitments (NSVAB, 1997, pg. 1). The air districts in the NSVAB jointly prepared and adopted a uniform 1997 Air Quality Attainment Plan for the purpose of achieving and maintaining healthful air quality throughout the air basin. This triennial update for the NSVAB Air Quality Attainment Plan addresses the progress made in implementing the 1994 plan and proposed modifications to the strategies necessary to attain the California ambient air quality standard for ozone at the earliest practicable date(NSVAB, 1997, pg. 1). The City of Redding is located within the Shasta County Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), which is designated by law to adopt and enforce regulations to achieve and maintain ambient air quality standards for criteria pollutants. Among its responsibilities is the development and administration of the County's Air Quality Attainment Plan(AQAP),which strives to achieve a 5 percent reduction in emissions per year for each nonattainment pollutant.The SCAQMD adopted an AQAP in September 1991 and 1994, and it participated in the jointly prepared NSVAB 1997 Air Quality Attainment Plan,which is designed to work towards achieving the State ozone standard at the earliest practical date. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 5.a and b Based upon the City of Redding General Plan Background Report air quality data and CARB ozone and PM 10 data, the following conclusions can be made regarding compliance of air quality for the project region: Particulate Matter: 1. Redding,Shasta County,and the SVAB comply with Federal PM 10 annual concentration standards. 3. Redding, Shasta County,and the SVAB comply with State PM10 annual concentration standards, but Shasta County and the SVAB routinely do not comply with State PM 10 24-hour concentration standards. Ozone: 1. Redding, Shasta County, and the SVAB do not comply with State air quality standards for ozone for 1-hour concentrations. 2. Shasta County is unclassified for Federal ozone concentrations. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study20 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS One of the intentions of air quality standards is to protect individuals who are sensitive to high levels of air pollution. Sensitive receptors refer to certain groups of people and activities subject to health risks if exposed to air pollution for long periods of time. Schools,hospitals,and convalescent homes are generally considered sensitive receptors. Residential areas adjacent to pollutant sources are also considered sensitive. Sensitive receptors in the project area consist of residences in the vicinity. The NSVAB, which includes the Northern Sacramento Valley Planning Area, has been designated as moderate non-attainment by the California Air Resources Board for State ozone concentration standards and non-attainment for State PMIO 24-hour concentration standards. At this time, Shasta County has not been classified as non-attainment for any Federal ambient air quality standard and is "unclassified." Because the project would not adversely affect the timely attainment and maintenance of national air quality standards, the project is not required to meet the Federal General Conformity Rule as identified in the State Implementation Plan (SIP). Temporary air quality impacts may result from construction activities. The air quality impacts of construction activities would primarily be limited to dust generated by equipment and vehicles. Fugitive dust is emitted during construction activities and by wind over exposed earth surfaces. Grading and earth moving activities comprise the major source of construction dust emissions, but traffic and general disturbances of the soil also generate emissions. Increased dustfall and locally elevated levels of particulate matter(including PM 10)are expected effects of construction work. This would only be a short-term impact, and only a limited area would be worked on at any given time. However, due to existing air quality conditions within the SVAB,especially with regard to PM10,the increased dust emissions resulting from the project are considered potentially significant. Further study of this issue would be required to determine the extent of this impact and possible mitigation measures. 5.c and d The project consists of the construction of sports fields and facilities.While some of the project site would be paved for parking spaces, most of the site would be in open space. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the proposal will alter air movement,moisture or temperature,or cause any change in climate. The project would have no impact on the climate and significant impacts resulting from objectionable odors are not expected. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES City of Redding Air Quality Element(February, 1994) City of Redding Draft General Plan Background Report(1998) Northern Sacramento Valley Air Basin , 1997 Air Quality Attainment Plan (1997) Shasta County General Plan, Air Quality Element(1998) City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Studr21 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? • o o o b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g. sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses • o o o (e.g. farm equipment)? c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby o o , • o uses? d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? o o o • e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? • o o o f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative transportation (e.g. bus turnouts, bicycle o o o • racks)? g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts? o o o • ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The Project is served by several roadways. East of and adjacent to the site is Old Oregon Trail,a two-lane north-south roadway classified by the City of Redding as an"arterial". An arterial provides for through- traffic movement between areas and across the City and direct access to abutting property. Other roadways include Viking Way on the northern boundary of the project site, Abernathy Lane west of the site, and Tarmac Road entering the southern portion of the site from the west. These roadways are classified as "local streets", which drivers use only to reach adjacent land uses. Local streets serve mainly residential areas and protect residents from through traffic. However,the local streets in the vicinity are also used for access to commercial activities and to the City's Corporation Yard and transfer station. State Highway 44 is the closest freeway to the project site. A freeway is defined as a principal arterial corridor that provides for safe and efficient movement of high volumes of traffic at relatively high speeds. Access on a freeway is fully controlled. State Highway 44 is approximately 0.6 miles south of the project site. Other arterials in the vicinity include Old Alturas Road to the north, and Shasta View Drive to the west. Access from Old Alturas Road to the project site is available via Old Oregon Trail. Access from Shasta View Drive to the project site is available via Tarmac Road. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study June 2000 21 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 6.a The project would likely increase traffic on roadways in the vicinity, as people would come to the sports complex as game participants or spectators. This may create a potential for traffic congestion,particularly on Old Oregon Trail, which while a major arterial is a narrow two-lane road in the vicinity of the project. A traffic study conducted in 1998 as part of the City of Redding Draft General Plan Background Report indicates that the section of Old Oregon Trail between Old Highway 44 and Old Alturas Road operates at a Level of Service (LOS) of"A", the best LOS. This LOS could decrease with additional traffic on the roadway. Traffic congestion also may increase on local roadways used as access to the project site, such as Tarmac Road. These impacts are considered significant and require further study. 6.b,e The project by itself would not alter any roadways or create hazards or barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. However,the City has proposed to realign Old Oregon Trail. The proposed realignment,would go through a portion of the project site where soccer fields are proposed. This realignment may place users of soccer fields in hazard, especially if they cross over the Old Oregon trail from one part of the soccer field area to another. This impact is potentially significant and requires further study. 6.c The project would be accessible via an entrance on Old Oregon Trail and Viking Way,which would provide adequate access for emergency vehicles. The project would not close access currently available to existing land uses in the vicinity. If Tarmac Road is improved to the site, it would enhance access to parcels south of the project site. Impacts, therefore, are less than significant. 6.d Parking spaces proposed for the project would be adequate to accommodate anticipated traffic to the site. The project would have no impact on parking. 6.f While the project does not explicitly include bicycle racks, they could be included if a demand for them exists. No bus lines currently go tho the project site,but nothing in the project would prohibit the extension of bus service if a demand for such service to the project site exists and if it is economically feasible. The project would have no impact on these issues. 6.g The project is not located near any water transportation. The nearest railroad track is approximately 4.3 miles west of the project area. The Redding Municipal Airport is approximately 3.5 miles south of the project site, but the project is not within any safety zone surrounding that airport. There are no impacts to rail, waterborne or air traffic. DOCUMENTATION /REFERENCES Draft Redding General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study23 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their habitats (including but not limited to plants, fish, o o • o insects, animals, and birds)? b) Locally designated species (e.g. heritage trees)? • o o o c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g. oak • o ' o o forest, coastal habitat, etc.)? d) Wetland habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian and vernal • o o o pool)? e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? o o • o ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The eastern portion of the project site is a moderately forested area,with blue oak being predominant. Live oak and grey pine are also in this area, along with manzanita and poison oak. The southern portion of the site is mostly open meadow. Seasonal wetlands and intermittent drainages are located on the project. Most of the seasonal wetlands are in the open meadow area, while the intermittent drainages are located in the blue oak woodland. Approximately 2.56 acres of wetland have been identified on the site as"jurisdictional waters of the United States", as determined by a wetlands delineation conducted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) in March 1999. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 7.a A study by North State Resources in December evaluated the potential for the existence of vernal pool fairy shrimp in the seasonal wetlands on the project site. The vernal pool fairy shrimp is listed as threatened on the Federal endangered species list. The study stated that no fairy shrimp cysts were found and that the project site does not provide suitable habitat for the fairy shrimp. No other special status species are known to exist on the project site. Impacts on listed species are considered less than significant. 7.b,c The project would result in the loss of woodland, mostly oak trees. It is not known how many oak trees would actually need to be removed during construction of the project. The City of Redding adopted a tree preservation ordinance (Ordinance No. 1977) in 1991. It encourages the preservation of oak trees with a diameter at breast height (dbh) greater than six inches. The project will need to replace trees at the ratio City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study24 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS determined prior to construction. While it is not known how many oak trees on the project site are greater than six inches dbh, it is probable that there are trees that would be subject to the City's tree preservation ordinance. This is considered a potentially significant impact and requires further study. 7.d The project would affect one acre of wetland that has been delineated as jurisdictional waters of the United States. Such waters are subject to the Section 404 permitting process of the COE. A permit may be issued by COE to fill a jurisdictional wetland if certain conditions are met. Since this impact involves the permitting authority of another agency, this impact is considered significant. Further study of this issue would be required to determine the extent of this impact and possible mitigation measures. 7.e No wildlife dispersal or migration corridors are known to exist on the project site. Therefore,no impacts are anticipated. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES City of Redding, Draft General Plan, Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study25 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significan No Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? o o • o b) Use non-renewable reources in a wasteful and o o • o inefficient manner? c) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral o o o • reource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW Mineral extraction has been significant in the Redding area. Gold was mined in extensive dredger operations in the Sacramento River and many of its tributary streams. The residual tailings,along with other gravel deposits,are now an important resource for sand and gravel mining. Mineral deposits in the Redding area include copper,gold,tungsten and gravel. Strata containing natural gas are located in the area around the Redding Municipal Airport. In 1997, the California Division of Mines and Geology published DMG Open File Report 97-03, entitled Mineral Land Classification of Alluvial Sand and Gravel, Crushed Stone, Volcanic Cinders,Limestone and Diatomite within Shasta County, California. The primary purpose of the report was to identify the known or inferred mineral potential of lands within Shasta County. This was done to ensure that the mineral potential of land is recognized by local government decision makers and considered before land use decisions are made that could preclude future mining. Land classifications utilized in the DMG report were presented in the form of Mineral Resource Zones. The report placed no Mineral Resource Zones in the project area. Electricity is supplied by the City of Redding. The City obtains its electricity through purchases from other agencies and generation from its own plants. Natural gas is suppled by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). Gasoline and diesel fuel are obtained through numerous private outlets. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 8.a-b Construction activities associated with the project would consume energy in the form of motor vehicle fuels that enable vehicles and construction equipment to operate. Such energy consumption is normal for a construction project. Once completed,the project would require electricity for lights and facility operations. New facilities would be subject to State building requirements encouraging energy conservation. The City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study26 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS greatest usage of this complex would occur during late spring to early fall, when the period of daylight is longer and the need for lighting is less. Thus, electrical consumption is not expected to be significantly greater than is typical for similar recreational facilities. Overall, impacts on energy consumption would be less than significant. 8.c No mining operations currently exist at the project site,and the State has not designated a Mineral Resource Zone in that area. The project would have no impacts on mineral resource development. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES California Division of Mines and Geology, Mineral Land Classification of Alluvial Sand and Gravel, Crushed Stone, Volcanic Cinders,Limestone and Diatomite within Shasta County, California. DMG Open File Report 97-03, 1997. City of Redding, Draft General Plan, Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study 27 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant 'ts"sues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 9. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, o o • o pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? o o • o c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health o o ' • o hazard? d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential o o • o health hazards? e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, o o • o grass, or trees? ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW As defined in Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations (CCR), a hazardous material is: A substance or combination of substances which, because of its quantity, concentration, or physical, chemical or infectious characteristics, may either(1)cause, or significantly contribute to,an increase in mortality or an increase in serious irreversible, or incapacitating reversible, illness; or(2) pose a substantial present or potential hazard to human health or environment when improperly treated,stored, transported or disposed of or otherwise managed(CCR,Title 22, Section 66261.10). Chemical and physical properties that make a substance hazardous include toxicity,ignitability,corrosivity, and reactivity. CCR Title 22, Sections 66261.20-66261.24 define the aforementioned properties. The release of hazardous materials into the environment could potentially contaminate soils,surface water,and groundwater supplies. Hazardous materials are transported through the Redding area principally by rail and truck. County roads and City streets are used to transport locally-generated wastes from their sources to the regional highway system. A week-long survey of trucks transporting hazardous materials on Interstate 5 was conducted by the California Highway Patrol in 1992. The survey results indicated that such trucks carried mostly gasoline and diesel fuel. Other hazardous materials included liquefied petroleum gas, anhydrous ammonia and paints. The project area is not located near Interstate 5. It is expected that State Highway 44 is used by trucks transporting hazardous materials,although not as frequently as Interstate 5. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study28 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Most hazardous materials regulation and enforcement in Shasta County is managed by the Shasta County Environmental Health Division. The duties of this Division include the following: a. Reviewing,approving and monitoring"business plans"filed by businesses that use hazardous materials. A business plan includes a listing of the materials, storage facilities, and any particular handling requirements. b. Monitoring the installation, removal and leakage of aboveground and underground tanks. c. Administering the Waste Generator Treatment Program required by Chapter 6.5 of the California Health and Safety Code. Large cases involving hazardous materials contamination or violations are referred to the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board(RWQCB)and the State Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC). It is not at all uncommon for other agencies to become involved when issues of hazardous materials arise such as the Air Pollution Control District,and both the federal and state Occupational Safety and Health Administrations(OSHA). The City of Redding adopted a Hazardous Materials Incident Plan in 1993. The plan addresses spills, accidents and releases of hazardous materials within Shasta County. The plan identifies the roles of the various City, County, state and federal agencies in responses to hazardous material incidents. From a practical standpoint,the City is limited to defensive actions. They include isolating and denying entry to the site, having the responsible party remediate the spill, contacting the DISC if necessary to obtain the assistance of a response and clean-up company, and notifying appropriate agencies as dictated by the circumstances of the incident. Shasta County adopted a Hazardous Waste Management Plan in 1989. The plan was developed with the assistance of the City of Redding along with other agencies. The goal of the plan is to establish a system for managing hazardous wastes that protects the public health, safety and welfare while maintaining the economic viability of Shasta County. In order to accomplish the goal and objectives,the plan provides an analysis of the current waste stream,projects future waste types and quantities, and reviews existing waste treatment programs. The City is an active participant in the waste recycling component of the plan. The Solid Waste Transfer facility accommodates the collection of motor oil,Freon,paints,antifreeze and similar waste products for recycling. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 9.a,c,d Construction activities associated with the project typically include refueling and minor maintenance of construction equipment on location, which could lead to minor fuel and oil spills. Such activities would be temporary and do not pose a significant threat. After completion of construction,hazardous material use on the project site would be limited to fuels, oils, fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides. The quantities of these materials that would be stored on the site would be limited,and their use would be regulated by State and local regulations. The potential exposure of people to hazardous materials on site would be minimal. The State Department of Toxic Substance Control(DTSC)maintains a Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List (also known as the "Cortese List"), in accordance with California Government Code Section City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study29 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 65962.5. The Cortese List includes data from the CalSites database of hazardous waste sites, the leaking underground storage tank database, and the California Integrated Waste Management Board database of sanitary landfills with evidence of groundwater contamination. The most current Cortese list, from April 1998, indicates that there are no hazardous waste or substance sites in the project area or the immediate vicinity. Overall, hazardous material impacts are considered less than significant. 9.b The project would not obstruct any roadways that would be used for emergency evacuations or needed for emergency responses. The project site would have adequate access for emergency vehicles. Impacts are less than significant. 9.e The project would be located in an area considered to have a high fire hazard to surrounding areas. This is primarily due to the existence of woodland on the site. Since many of those trees would be removed as a result of the project, the fire hazard would correspondingly decrease. Also, much of the grassland and open space on the site would be replaced by sports fields, which would be regularly irrigated and be less likely to catch fire. Impacts on fire hazards would be less than significant. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES Draft Redding General Plan Background Report, July 1998. State of California,Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List. Department of Toxic Substances Control, April 1998. City of"Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study30 June 1000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting.Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Signircan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 10. NOISE. Would the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? • o o o b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? • o o o ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW Noise is often defined simply as unwanted sound, and thus is a subjective reaction to characteristics of a physical phenomenon. Nevertheless, noise measurements have been developed that reasonably correlate to general public reaction to noise. The Noise Element Guidelines of the State's Office of Planning and Research require that major noise sources be identified and quantified by preparing generalized noise contours for current and projected conditions. Significant noise sources include traffic on major roadways, railroad operations, airports and representative industrial activities and fixed noise sources. Within the vicinity of the project area, the major noise sources are State Highway 44, Churn Creek Road, Shasta View Road and Old Alturas Road. State Highway 44, which is a freeway within the project area, generates the most noise of the four roadways. The other three roadways are arterials that generate less noise. Another potential source of noise is Boulder Creek Elementary School. Noise from students and their activities may be significant, although noise measurements have not been taken. The Noise Element of the City of Redding General Plan establishes noise criteria for various land uses. The standards are based upon a 24-hour average noise descriptor and hourly average noise descriptors for both daytime and nighttime hours. There are also standards for interior noise levels for noise-sensitive land uses. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 10.a The project would involve the construction of baseball/softball diamonds and soccer fields. It is expected that these facilities will attract both sports participants and spectators and experience a great amount of use. Sports activities could generate a significant amount of noise,particularly if a sizable number of spectators are present and if several games take place within a certain area. Noise from activities on the project site could significantly affect residences in the vicinity. Traffic to and from the project site would also generate noise that could affect residences. This impact is significant and would require further study. 10.b Construction noise impacts are considered short-term impacts in the sense that they occur only during periods of project construction. Earthmoving, materials handling, stationary equipment, and impact equipment and vehicles generate noise during clearing, excavation, grading, roadway, and utility construction operations that would be associated with the proposed project. Actual noise levels generated by equipment and experienced at nearby and adjacent residences during construction would vary,depending upon the number and types of equipment used.Noise could be produced by diesel-powered motor graders, tractors,forklifts, loaders,rollers,asphalt pavers,generators,and flatbed and delivery trucks. The increase in noise due to construction activities would be temporary in nature and are anticipated to occur during normal daytime working hours.Nevertheless,these impacts are considered potentially significant. Further City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study31 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS study of this issue would be required to determine the extent of this impact and possible mitigation measures. DOCUMENTATION /REFERENCES Draft Redding General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study32 June 2000 • 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless i.ess Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 11. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire protection? • o o o b) Police protection? • o o o c) Schools? o o o • d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? o o • o Other governmental services? o o o • ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW Portions of the project area is located within the Redding City limits and receives public services provided by the City. Other portions are located within Shasta County but are proposed to be annexed to the City. Fire protection services for City areas are provided by the Redding Fire Department,and police protection services are provided for by the Redding Police Department. The Redding Department of Public Works maintains the streets and other City infrastructure.The project site is located within the boundaries of the Columbia School District. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 11.a, b The project may generate an additional demand for emergency services. Fire and paramedic services may be required to take care of users of the sports complex, and police may be needed to control crowds and deter criminal activity. It is not known for certain how much additional fire and police services would be required by the project. Therefore, these impacts are considered significant and require further study. 11.c The project is a recreational facility that would serve the Redding area. No residential units would be constructed. Therefore,the project would not lead to an increase in the number of schoolchildren in the Columbia district that would require additional school facilities or staff. There would be no impacts on schools. 11.d The project may require the Redding Department of Public Works to maintain more roadway and parking facilities. The Public Works Department already maintains some facilities in the area,so the project would not significantly add to its workload. Furthermore, the City Corporation Yard is located adjacent to the project site,so the project would cost less in time and money spent on transportation to a work site. Impacts on workload of the Public Works Department would be less than significant. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study June 2000 33- 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 11.e No other governmental services provided by either the City or the County would be affected by this project; therefore, no impacts on these services are expected. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES Draft Redding General Plan Background Report,July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study34 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Signitican No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies,or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? • o o o b) Communications systems? o o o • c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution • o o o facilities? d) Sewer or septic tanks? • o o o e) Storm water drainage? • o o o f) Solid waste disposal? o o • o g) Local or regional water supplies? o o • o ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The project site is located within the Bella Vista Water District. The District maintains an 8-inch water main along the south side of the property. Wastewater treatment within the Redding City limits is provided by a sewer system operated by the City. Electricity is provided by the City of Redding, and natural is supplied by Pacific Gas and Electric Company(PG&E). Solid waste disposal services are provided by the City to areas within the City limits. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 12.a A 115 kilovolt transmission line runs through the property. One alternative design envisions moving the transmission line slightly to accommodate some of the ballfields,while another alternative would keep the existing line in place. If the latter alternative is adopted, then no significant impacts would occur to the electrical system in the Redding area. However, if the first alternative is adopted, it would require a substantial alteration to the transmission line. This would be a significant impact. There would be no significant problems connecting the sports complex to the power system. There are no requirements for natural gas. 12.b The project would lead to no interruption in telephone service, as no lines would be disturbed by project construction. The project would have no impacts on communication systems. 12.c According to a letter dated August 30, 1999 from Don M. Groundwater of the Bella Vista Water District, the water needs of the project could be met by a 12-inch water main in Viking Way and an 8-inch main City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial study35 lune 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS running through the project site. This 8-inch main would connect to an existing 8-inch main along the south side of the property. These requirements are based upon an estimated water usage of approximately 1,250 gallons per minute(,pm) by the sports complex. If water usage is greater,a larger water main through the complex would be required.This would require a substantial alteration to the District's distribution system, and is therefore a significant impact. 12.d The project proposes to extend a sewer line to collect and treat wastewater generated by the project site. There are two options: one is to extend a sewer line from Innsbruck Drive south of the project site,the other is to extend a line from Abernathy Lane at the transfer station. The Innsbruck option may require the acquisition of right-of-way and a longer main than the Abernathy option. Since it is not known what option will be used, the impact on the City's sewer system is considered potentially significant. 12.e The project proposes to use the retention basin adjacent to and south of the transfer station as a collection site for storm water drainage on the project site. It is not known if the retention basin has adequate capacity to accommodate storm water drainage from the project site. Because of this uncertainty, this impact is considered potentially significant. Further study of this issue would be required to determine the extent of this impact and possible mitigation measures. 12.f The City would collect any solid waste generated by the project. It is expected that the City can provide collection services to the site without the need for a substantial increase in personnel or equipment. Much of the trash collected on the site would be paper or other products which can be recycled. It is not expected that the remaining trash, when disposed,would significantly shorten the life of landfills used by the City. Solid waste disposal impacts are anticipated to be less than significant. 12.g Water to the project would be supplied by the Bella Vista Water District. In its August 30, 1999 letter,the District did not indicate any potential problems in providing water for the project. Therefore,water supply impacts are anticipated to be less than significant. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES Draft Redding General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study 36 June 2000 • 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 13. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? o o • o b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? o • o o c) Create light or glare? • o o o ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The project site is located in an area with gently rolling terrain and oak woodland. The southern portion of the site is mostly open meadow with some seasonal wetlands. Except for an electrical transmission line that runs through the site, no urban development has occurred. East of the project site are primarily rural residential areas. Commercial,industrial and governmental uses are found north and west of the site,while the area south of the site is mostly vacant with a few residences. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 13.a No scenic highways are located in the vicinity of the project. Since most of the project site would be occupied by open fields,there would be no obstruction of scenic vistas available from the site. In fact,more vistas may become available due to the removal of trees. The project would have no impacts on any scenic vistas within the project area, nor would it affect any views from streets or highways in the vicinity. 13.b The landscape of the project site would be altered by the removal of trees. Given the wooded characteristics of much of the project site,this would change the aesthetics of the area. However,the woods are currently not visible to most people unless viewed from Viking Way. Also,the project would include sports fields, which are considered by many people to be aesthetically pleasing. Nevertheless,the removal of trees is an impact considered potentially significant unless mitigated. 13.c The project would introduce new light sources in the area,most significantly outdoor lights. Illumination from these lights could affect residences in the vicinity. This is a significant impact and requires further study. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES • Draft Redding General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study _ 3 7 June 2000 • 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources)- Potentially Unless T ess Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 14. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Disturb paleontological resources? o o • o b) Disturb archaeological resources? • o o o c) Affect historical resources? • o o o d) Have the potential to cause a physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? o o • o e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the o o • o potential impact area? ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW - The Redding area has numerous cultural resources,primarily because of its location along the Sacramento River and its tributary streams. According to the Northeast Information Center at California State University, Chico,there are 213 cultural resource sites within the Redding Planning Area. These include both prehistoric and historic sites. The earliest known inhabitants of the Redding area were a Hokan-speaking people who lived in the area as early as 4500 B.C. Approximately A.D. 200, the Wintu tribe occupied much of the Redding area. The Wintu culture was a hunting and gathering culture based upon three staples: deer, acorns and salmon. Permanent villages were established, but the Wintu also built seasonal camps to exploit available food resources far from their village sites. The Wintu were eventually displaced by white miners and settlers, who initially came to the Redding area after the discovery of gold in 1848. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 14.a,d,e The project contains no known paleontological resources. It does not have any features identified with any ethnic cultural group,nor does it have any known sacred sites. Therefore,the project would have no impact on these issues. 14.b,c The project does not contain any known archaeological or historical sites. However, the Northeast Information Center considers the Redding area in general to be highly sensitive for both historic and prehistoric resources. In addition,there could be cultural resources that are currently hidden on the site that may be discovered in the course of construction activities. This impact is considered potentially significant and requires further study. DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCES City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study38 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Draft Redding General Plan Background Report, July 1998. • • • City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study 39 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 15. RECREATION. Would the proposal: a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities? o o • o b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? o o • o ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING/OVERVIEW The City of Redding has been recognized as a center for recreational activities. Nearby recreational attractions include Lassen Volcanic National Park, Shasta Lake, Mt. Shasta and National Forest lands. Within the City, recreational activities include canoeing and rafting on the Sacramento River, fishing, walking on trails, and a host of other outdoor activities. The City's public park system has 44 developed or partially developed park sites and 22 undeveloped sites. There are also private recreational facilities such as the Turtle Bay site and the Redding Arboretum. The City offers a wide range of recreation activities, including sports leagues, noncompetitive sports programs and specialty classes. These activities are held on the City's own facilities and on several private and school facilities. CHECKLIST DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS 15.a, b The project would create additional recreational facilities. These facilities would be constructed mainly to satisfy the demand for recreational facilities in the Redding area. More facilities would become available for recreational activities, and recreational opportunities would be expanded. Therefore, adverse impacts of the project on recreational issues would be less than significant, and on balance would be beneficial. DOCUMENTATION /REFERENCES Draft Redding General Plan Background Report, July 1998. City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study40 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Potentially Significant Issues(and Supporting Information Sources): Potentially Unless Less Than Significan Mitigation Significan No t Impact Incorporated t Impact Impact 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the • o o o quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? b) Does the project have impacts which are o o • o • individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) c) Does the project have environmental effects which o o • o will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? CHECKLIST DISCUSSION 16.a Refer to Section 7, Biological Resources,and Section 13,Aesthetics. The project would have asignificant impact on wetlands classified as jurisdictional waters of the United States. Also,the project would result in the removal of tress from an oak woodland on the site,which would be a potentially significant impact. 16.b The project would introduce urbanized development in an area that has been previously undeveloped. However, the project site is surrounded by residential and other development, and the site itself has an electricity transmission line running through it. Development in the vicinity of the project site is consistent with the City's General Plan. Therefore, cumulative impacts are less than significant. 16.c City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study41 June 2000 4.0 EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Refer to Checklist Discussion/Analysis in Section 9,Hazards,which evaluates the potential heath effects of the project on people. The analysis concluded by determining that the project would have a less than significant effect on the health of people. • City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study42 June 2000 5.0 DETERMINATION 5.0 DETERMINATION On the basis of this initial evaluation: o I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. o I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment,there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. • I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. o I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2)has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a"potentially significant impact or potentially significant unless mitigated. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. o I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment,there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects(a)have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. J t) yh/c eti/ 5 P- r n 4. Signature / Date a,n5 7/4hCnI)-1- 0c-/ keell7a-7 o eG7G7)r= Printed Name For City of Redding Redding Sports Complex Initial Study • June?000 43 APPENDIX B AIR QUALITY MODELING RESULTS URBEMIS 7G: Version 3 .2 • File Name: REDDING.URB Project Name: Redding Sports Complex Project Location: Mountain Counties and Rural Counties DETAILED REPORT (Pounds/Day - Summer) OPERATIONAL (Vehicle) EMISSION ESTIMATES Pnalysis Year: 2005 Temperature (F) : 90 Season: Summer EMFAC Version: EMFAC7G (10/96) Summary of Land Uses : Unit Type Trip Rate Size Total Trips Sports field 180 . 00 trips / field 13 . 00 , 2, 340 . 00 Community center 22 . 90 trips / 1000 sa. ft . 40 . 00 916 . 00 Vehicle Assumptions : Fleet Mix: Vehicle Type Percent Type Non-Catalyst Catalyst Diesel Light Duty Autos 80 . 00 1 . 16 98 . 58 0 . 26 sight Duty Trucks 10 . 00 0 . 13 99 . 54 0 . 33 yedium Duty Trucks 3 . 00 1 . 44 98 . 56 Lite-Heavy Duty Trucks 1 . 00 19 . 56 40 . 00 40 .44 vied. -Heavy Duty Trucks 1 . 00 19 . 56 40 . 00 40 .44 :ieavy-Heavy Trucks 0 . 00 100 . 00 Urban Buses 2 . 00 100 . 00 *,1otorcycles 3 . 00 100 . 00 g all fuels Travel Conditions Residential Commercial Home- Home- Home- Work Shop Other Commute Non-Work Customer Urban Trip Length (miles) 12 . 0 5 . 0 5 . 0 12 . 0 5 . 0 5 . 0 Rural Trip Length (miles) 18 . 0 7 . 0 8 . 0 18 . 0 12 . 0 12 . ( Trip Speeds (mph) 35 35 35 35 35 35 T, of Trips - Residential 27 .3 21 . 2 51 . 5 % of Trips - Commercial (by land use) Sports field 2 . 0 1 . 0 97 . f Community center 5 . 0 2 . 5 92 . 5 UNMITIGATED EMISSIONS ROG NOx CO FM30 Sports field 15 . 91 21 . 89 133 . 93 0 . 56 Community center 6 . 01 6 . 60 42 . 66 0 . 15 ROG NOx CO PM10 TOTAL EMISSIONS (lbs/day) 21 . 91 28 .49 176 . 58 0 . 71 Includes correction for passby trips . Does not include double counting adjustment for internal trips . Changes made to the default values The user has turned off the construction emissions default switch. The user has turned off the area source emissions default switch. The road dust option switch has been changed The operational emissions mitigation switch has been changed The default light duty auto fleet mix percentages or fuel/technology classes ha- e been modified The default summer temperature has been modified 1 ENV028F 1.1 CALTRANS DIVISION OF RUN DATES: ENV028F1.1 10/10/2000 NEW TECHNOLOGY, MATERIALS AND RESEARCH EMFAC7F 1.1 10/10/2000 EMFAC7F1.1 RATES AS OF 1/25/94 TIME RATE ADJUSTMENT BAGS 1 & 3 Redding Sports Complex YEAR: 2005 DEWPOINT: 10 % COLD STARTS 2.0 % LDA 80.0 %LDT 10.0 % MDT 3.0 INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE: YES %HOT STARTS 5.0 %UBD 2.0 %HDG 1.0 %HDD 1.0 SEASON: SUMMER % HOT STAB 93.0 %MCY 3.0 TABLE 1: ESTIMATED TRAVEL FRACTIONS LIGHT DUTY AUTOS LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS MED DUTY TRUCKS URBAN BUS HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS MCY NCAT CAT DIESEL NCAT CAT DIESEL NCAT CAT DIESEL NCAT CAT DIESEL ALL %VMT 0.34 99.56 0.10 0.00 99.89 0.11 0.06 99.94 100.00 14.28 85.72 100.00 100.00 %TRIP 0.34 99.56 0.10 0.00 99.89 0.11 0.06 99.94 100.00 14.28 85.72 100.00 100.00 % VEH 0.73 99.06 0.21 0.00 99.75 0.25 0.16 99.84 100.00 20.18 79.82 100.00 100.00 1ENV028F1.1 CALTRANS DIVISION OF RUN DATES: ENV028F1.1 10/10/2000 NEW TECHNOLOGY, MATERIALS AND RESEARCH EMFAC7F1.1 10/10/2000 EMFAC7F1.1 RATES AS OF 1/25/94 TIME RATE ADJUSTMENT BAGS 1 & 3 Redding Sports Complex YEAR: 2005 DEWPOINT: 10 % COLD STARTS 2.0 % LDA 80.0 %LDT 10.0 % MDT 3.0 INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE: YES % HOT STARTS 5.0 % UBD 2.0 %HDG 1.0 %HDD 1.0 SEASON: SUMMER % HOT STAB 93.0 %MCY 3.0 TABLE 2: COMPOSITE EMISSION FACTORS POLLUTANT NAME: CARBON MONOXIDE IN GRAMS PER MILE SPEED TEMPERATURE IN DEGREES FAHRENHEIT MPH 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 IDLE* 0.97 0.94 0.91 0.88 0.86 0.84 0.83 0.86 0.89 0.94 1.01 3 19.50 18.82 18.20 17.65 17.20 16.87 16.68 17.16 17.88 18.85 20.12 5 14.05 13.60 13.20 12.85 12.57 12.37 12.27 12.62 13.12 13.81 14.69 10 8.00 7.77 7.55 7.37 7.23 7.13 7.08 7.27 7.55 7.92 8.39 15 5.50 5.34 5.20 5.08 4.98 4.91 4.88 5.01 5.20 5.45 5.77 20 4.20 4.08 3.97 3.88 3.80 3.75 3.73 3.83 3.97 4.16 4.41 25 3.42 3.32 3.23 3.16 3.10 3.06 3.04 3.12 3.24 3.40 3.60 30 2.90 2.82 2.74 2.68 2.63 2.60 2.58 2.65 2.75 2.88 3.05 35 2.54 2.47 2.40 2.35 2.31 2.28 2.27 2.33 2.42 2.53 X68 40 2.31 2.24 2.18 2.14 2.10 2.08 2.07 2.12 2.20 2.30 2.44 45 2.19 2.13 2.08 2.04 2.00 1.98 1.97 2.03 2.10 2.20 2.32 50 2.23 2.17 2.12 2.08 2.04 2.03 2.02 2.07 2.15 2.25 2.37 55 2.48 2.42 2.37 2.32 2.29 2.28 2.28 2.34 2.42 2.53' 2.67 60 3.28 3.20 3.13 3.08 3.04 3.03 3.03 3.11 3.21 3.35 3.53 65 5.73 5.57 5.44 5.35 5.29 5.27 5.29 5.42 5.60 5.84 6.15 *IDLE EMISSIONS IN GRAMS/MIN, DERIVED FROM 3 MPH RATES C4$ CALINE4 : CALIFORNIA LINE SOURCE DISPERSION MODEL JUNE 1989 VERSION PAGE 1 JOB: Redding Sports Complex RUN: Hour 1 POLLUTANT: Carbon Monoxide I . 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NC: DATE PRODUCED: PROJECT SITE BOUNDARY ATTACHMENT: APPENDIX C BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES STUDY Ni01% TECHNICAL MEMORANDUM NORTH STATE RESOURCES, Inc. 5000 Bechelli Lane, Suite 203 • Redding, California • 96002 TEL: (530) 222-5347 #20 FAX: (530) 222-4958 e-mail: lanning@nsrnet.com TO: Pacific Municipal Consultants DATE: November 17, 2000 Attn: Terry Farmer 140 Independence Circle, Suite C Chico, CA 95973 RE: Draft Biological Resources Report for the City of Redding Sports Complex Project (NSR 1031R) INTRODUCTION This technical memorandum describes the biological resources at the site proposed for location of a regional sports complex by the City of Redding. The intent of this memorandum is to support preparation of a California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)environmental impact report(EIR) and includes the following: study methodology; detailed description of affected environmental; and analysis of potential project-related impacts on biological resources. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The City of Redding proposes to build a regional sports complex facility,which would include a multipurpose building and fields for baseball, softball, and soccer. The project site is located in the City of Redding, Shasta County, California,within the central portion of the USGS 7.5 minute Enterprise quadrangle, Section 3, Township 31 North, Range 4 West, MDB&M. The site is bounded on the north by Viking Way; on the east by Old Oregon Trail and residential lots; on the south by Innsbruck Drive Road and Tarmac Road, and residential lots; and on the west by city and residential lots fronting on Abernathy Lane. The project site is approximately 104 acres, of which approximately 44 acres are owned by the City of Redding, and the remainder are privately owned. It is east of, and adjacent to the City Corporation Yard and the City Solid Waste Transfer Station. To the south and east there are 13 single- family residences in proximity to the site. There is also an automobile dismantling yard located north of the site. The project is proposed to be constructed in up to five phases,with the first phase of development proposed to be completed within one year of environmental clearance and associated permitting activities. Phase 1, which is the focus of this environmental study,would consist of the following improvements: North State Resources,Inc. 1 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION acquisition of three 20-acre parcels; infrastructure development; development of three softball fields; development of six to eight soccer fields; and project mitigations. As part of the development of the Sports Complex,the City would need to extend sewer service to the site. The sewer alignment considered in this report is the extension of an existing sewer line located at the City's Solid Waste Transfer Station site, directly east of Abernathy Lane. The proposed sewer line would run approximately 1,000 feet to the east into the proposed Sports Complex site. STUDY METHODOLOGY STUDY AREA The study area considered by NSR during the preparation of this technical memorandum corresponds to the site plan boundaries noted on the Sports Complex Master Plan drawings prepared by JC Draggoo& Associates, Inc. dated February 22, 1999. In addition,NSR assessed the proposed sewer line extension located within the City's Solid Waste Transfer Station for potential biological resources. The study area did not include the recently-acquired Arbuckle parcel (located in the southwester corner of the site)or the City's detention/wetlands mitigation area. LITERATURE REVIEW/ INFORMAL AGENCY CONSULTATION Investigations into occurrences of special-status plant and wildlife species, and sensitive plant communities/habitats within the Redding Sports Complex project site were conducted using database searches, consulting with resource agency personnel,performing field surveys of floral and faunal resources,and reviewing environmental documents and technical studies prepared for the adjacent City Corporation Yard and Solid Waste Transfer Station sites. Additionally,the following documents were reviewed for reference information: the USFWS list of Endangered and Threatened Species That May Occur in, or be Affected by Projects on the Enterprise quad(USFWS, 2000a); the list of State and Federally Listed Endangered,Threatened, and Rare Plants of California(CDFG, 2000a); the CDFG Special Plants List(CDFG,2000c),and the list of State and Federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Animals of California(CDFG,2000c). The USFWS species list is included in Appendix A. For the purposes of this evaluation, special-status plant species are vascular plants that are(1)designated as rare,threatened,or endangered by the state or federal governments; or(2) are proposed for rare, threatened,or endangered status; and/or(3)are state or federal candidate species; and/or(4)are listed as Species of Concern by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service(USFWS); and/or(5)are included on the California Native Plant Society(CNPS)List IA, 1B, and 2 (Skinner and Pavlik, 1994). Also for the purposes of this evaluation, special-status fish and wildlife species include taxa that are (1)designated as threatened or endangered by the state or federal governments(i.e., "listed species"); or North State Resources,Inc. 2 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION (2)are proposed or petitioned for federal threatened or endangered status; and/or(3) are state or federal candidates for threatened or endangered status; and/or(4) are identified by the USFWS as Species of Concern; and/or(5) are identified by the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG) as Species of Special Concern. The California Natural Diversity Database(CNDDB) (CDFG, 200d) was queried for records on the Enterprise quadrangle. The CNDDB is a state-maintained database consisting of historic observations of special-status plant species, wildlife species, and special plant communities. The CNDDB is limited to reported sightings and is not a comprehensive list of floral and faunal species that may occur in a particular area. A print-out of the search results for the Enterprise quadrangle is included in Appendix B. Another database search was performed using the CNPS Electronic Inventory,which allows users to query the Inventory of Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of California (Skinner and Pavlik, 1994) using a set of search criteria. The result of the search is a list of special-status plants selected by the particular search criteria. The results are incorporated into Table 1. The CDFG Wildlife-Habitat Relationships System(version 7.0) (WHR)was used to aid in determination of wildlife species that potentially occur within the existing habitats. WHR is a predictive system based on scientific information of wildlife species and their habitat relationships. Fish fauna and invertebrates are not included in the WHR system. The application of WHR is based on characterization of wildlife habitats and special habitat elements occurring within the study area. Vegetation within the study area was classified using the system developed for use with WHR(Mayer and Laudenslayer, 1988). FIELD SURVEYS During the field surveys, the project study area was reviewed to identify floral and faunal species of concern and/or potential habitat for these species. Wildlife observations were made with the unaided eye, with binoculars or spotting scope, and by identification of wildlife vocalizations. Survey methods for aquatic species(i.e.,vernal pool branchiopods, western spadefoot) included direct observation while using dip-nets to capture organisms for identification,per the Interim Survey Guidelines to Permittees for Recovery Permits under Section 10(a)(I)(a) of the Endangered Species Act for the Listed Vernal Pool Branchiopods, April 19, 1996. Plant surveys were conducted according to the technical methods prescribed by Nelson(1994). All plant species encountered were identified to the genus or species level sufficient for determination if the plant could qualify as a special-status species. Floral surveys were conducted between April 2000 and June 2000. Delineations of wetland features within the project site were conducted following the 1989 Corps guidelines. North State Resources,Inc. 3 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION IMPACT ASSESSMENT For purposes of this technical memorandum, impacts associated with Phase 1 of the Sports Complex project were discussed at a more specific,project-level detail. Since no site plan was available for Phase 1,a more conservative approach to quantifying impact acreages was made by NSR comparing the ultimate site buildout plan with the project description provided by Pacific Municipal Consultants (PMC). Impacts associated with development of future project phases were described at a more general, programmatic-level. NSR assumes that additional environmental documentation will be required before future phases are constructed. North State Resources,Inc. 4 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION AFFECTED ENVIRONMENT GENERAL SETTING The Redding Sports Complex project site drains from the higher, rolling slopes in the northeast in a south/southwesterly direction into three intermittent drainages. The more northern of these drainages is Clover Creek, which flows into the Sacramento River approximately seven miles to the south. Also present in the northern portion of the site is a small,unnamed tributary to Clover Creek. A portion of Clover Creek along the western boundary of the project site was re-channelized during construction of the City's Solid Waste Transfer Station. The other drainage located at the eastern boundary of the project site forms the headwaters of an unnamed tributary to Stillwater Creek that drains to the south and east under Highway 44. Elevations within the site range between approximately 570 to 620 feet above sea level. Topography at the site ranges from gently rolling in the northern half of the site to nearly level at the southern end along Tarmac Road. As a result, surface water sheet flow at the project site generally flows in a north-to-south direction. Climatic conditions within the general area are characterized by a Mediterranean climate with cool,wet winters and hot,dry summers. Average annual precipitation is about 35 inches; from 75 to 90 percent of the annual total occurs between November 1 and April 3. The mean annual air temperature is 63 °F. Monthly mean maximum temperatures range from a high of 97.5 °F in July to 53.9°F in January. Daily high temperatures commonly exceed 100°F during the summer. The soil temperature regime is thermic, and the 41 °F growing season is assumed to extend from February 1 through October 31 (Vail, 1991). VEGETATION PLANT COMMUNITIES Vegetation at the project site consists mainly of oak woodlands interspersed with grasslands,wetland features, and disturbed areas. Vernal pool plant communities are located on nearly-level landscape in the southern portion of the site. The proposed sewer alignment is located within an area that has already been developed(i.e., City's Solid Waste Transfer Station). The site does not support riparian vegetation. Two upland plant communities and five wetland communities were observed during site assessments,as described below. North State Resources,Inc. 5 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION WETLANDS The following five wetland habitat types occur within the project site: vernal swale,vernal pool, intermittent creek, intermittent pool (constructed), and seasonal wetland. Each will be discussed individually below. Much of the area has been subjected to ground disturbance such as historic grazing and current off-highway vehicle activity which may influence species composition and distribution. Vernal Swale Vernal swales are formed by subtle topographic depressions, and function as connectors to the more defined vernal pool features. Vernal swales have been identified in the southwest section of the project site(Figure 1). Plant species observed in vernal swales included coyote thistle(Eryngium sp.),navarretia(Navarretia sp.), hair grass(Deschampsia danthonoides),white hyacinth (Brodeia hyacintha), curly dock(Rumex crispus), spikeweed(Hemizonia sp.), and toad rush(Juncus bufonius) (NSR, 1998). Vernal Pool Vernal pools are ephemeral wetlands that form in shallow depressions and are underlain by a substrate near the surface that restricts the percolation of water. Vernal pools are often a subfeature of vernal swales, remaining inundated longer than the rest of the swale. The distinction between vernal pools and seasonal wetlands was determined based on the dominance of vernal pool plant species as defined by the ACOE(Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Guidelines for Vernal Pools) (Appendix C). Vernal pools have been identified in the south and southwest areas of the project(Figure 1). Dominant vernal pool species observed were coyote thistle,popcorn flower(Plagiobothrys sp.), spikerush (Eleocharis acicularis.),wooly marbles (Psilocarphus brevissimus),downingia(Downingia sp.),hair grass, and yellow carpet(Blennosperma nanum var. nanum) (NSR, 1998). Seasonal Wetland Seasonal wetlands are similar to vernal pools in that they are seasonally inundated and/or saturated with water. This wetlands type may or may not be underlain by a substrate that restricts percolation of surface water. As discussed above, the distinction between vernal pools and seasonal wetlands was based solely upon the relative abundance/absence of vernal pool species. Seasonal wetlands contain few to none of the vernal pool plant species listed in the ACOE Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Guidelines for Vernal Pools. Within the project site,this habitat type is found predominantly in the southern portion, and in the north near the upper end of Clover Creek(Figure 1). These seasonal wetlands can be characterized as more of a"wet meadow"than an intermittent pool since no direct evidence pooling was actually observed. North State Resources,Inc. 6 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION Instead,the soils near the surface exhibited signs of heavy saturation. The dominant species observed in the project site were Mediterranean barley and perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne)(NSR, 1998). Intermittent Creek An intermittent creek is defined as a waterway that conveys flow during certain times of the year. The flow may either be from surface runoff or groundwater seepage. During dry periods, there is no flowing water. Rainfall runoff provides a supplemental source of water for stream flow. There are three intermittent creeks in the project site(Figure 1). All of them are dry from late spring until fall. There is no riparian corridor associated with any of these drainages, but they do support sparse herbaceous growth within the channel. These species include rabbit-foot grass(Polypogon maritimus), coyote thistle, and rush(NSR, 1998). Intermittent Pool(constructed) There is one intermittent pool identified in the northeast section of the project site. This approximately 0.02 acre pool is an artificial impoundment,possibly developed as a watering site for cattle. The dominant species found at this site are rush, Mediterranean barley(Hordeum marinum), and nutsedge (Cyperus sp.) (NSR, 1998). BLUE OAK WOODLAND This habitat type is characterized by a predominance of blue oaks(Quercus douglasii),with a sparse shrub component. The understory is typically composed of an extension of annual grassland vegetation (Mayer and Laudenslayer, 1988). The project site is dominated by blue oak woodland habitat(i.e., approximately 80 percent of the site) (Figure 2). Scattered foothill pine(Pinus sabiniana) are also present,but uncommon. Shrubs consist of poison oak(Toxicodendron diversiloba), common manzanita(Arctostaphylos manzanita), and whiteleaf manzanita(Arctostaphylos viscida). The dense herbaceous layer is dominated by annual grasses and forbs. Many seasonal wetland inclusions occur within blue oak woodlands in the form of swales,pools, and flat, to gentle gradient areas that exhibit"meadow-like" floral characteristics for short periods of time during the late-winter/early-spring. These wetland features are dominated by an open, to dense layer of herbaceous annual and perennial species that are often restricted to these seasonally wet habitats. Canopy cover is typically low throughout the Redding Sports Complex project site. On September 6, 2000,North State Resources selected five locations,based on a review of aerial photographs, from which to sample blue oak canopy cover densities. The stands identified for sampling were selected to provide a North State Resources,Inc. 8 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION t in gn C ° cc 5 -2 O o u o o m 1 3 (I 3 0 ° - t , _ • Z s 0 c o r�41 1�, OO _ O C C `/ O C O m 1 z° E W 3 c3 u o a.a m a Ct a PA) J . § C.# 0 r iis ; ' r4- ~ ' a'�., r: . "1"/ rii ' n. 14 fJ ,� ,11, d . '►"�tF rs . I' ,......,,11..141.").:40 { 'fir. i. i.� )�t ..- .„',10'.45fry--;,..4,� •• '.f ' + J is/**1 ill 0 .'''''.:1- ,�•-*,_,,. y4,.r J A ��.'xliz4 .{.--,�yO,So i ., •„:,;,.-._-:::.. ' , .meq+ ,• ••'fir <. .'•' •- �r`; representative cross section of canopy cover in the project site. Sampling was performed by calculating percent canopy cover from densiometer readings taken every 10 feet along two bisecting transects that were each 50-feet long. Ten readings were taken at each sampling site. The five readings along each of the two transects were averaged. The average percent canopy cover for each site was then calculated from these two averages. Percent canopy cover in the five sample areas ranged from 15-43 percent,with an average of 27 percent. Using the sample average, it was possible to calculate an estimate of the overall average canopy cover for the project site. The overall average was derived by dividing the approximate number of acres of blue oak woodland habitat(80 acres)by the total number of project acres (104 acres) and multiplying the result by the average canopy cover from the five samples (27 percent). Based in this formula,blue oak woodland habitat at the project site had an estimated average canopy cover of 21 percent. ANNUAL GRASSLAND Annual grassland habitats are open grasslands dominated by herbaceous plants, primarily introduced annual grasses(Mayer and Laudenslayer, 1988). This habitat type is scattered throughout the project site within woodland openings or in areas that have been disturbed. The most expansive area of annual grassland within the project site is in the southwestern corner(Figure 2). Dominant plant species associated with this community, which were observed during plant surveys, included softchess(Bromus hordeaceus),ripgut grass(Bromus diandrus), red brome (Bromus madritensis ssp. rubens), rattail grass (Vulpia sp.), sweet vernal grass (Anthoxanthum ordoratum),wild oat(Avena barbata), and big quaking grass(Briza maxima) (Vail, 1998). Common forb species observed included filaree (Erodium sp.),true clovers(Trifolium sp.), lupine(Lupinus sp.), and vetch (Vicia sp) (NSR, 1998). SPECIAL-STATUS PLANT SPECIES A list of special-status plant species considered for the Redding Sports Complex project site was compiled by performing CNDDB and CNPS Electronic Inventory database searches,consultation with the CDFG,consultation with the USFWS, and reviewing biological literature of the region. Based upon location and habitat parameters, a total of 12 special-status plant species were identified that could potentially occur within the vicinity of the proposed Redding Sports Complex project site (Table 1). Per the USFWS species list for the Enterprise quadrangle(Appendix A)there is one federally listed plant species,and one species of special concern,with potential to occur. They are slender Orcutt grass (Orcuttia tenuis), and silky cryptantha(Cryptantha crinita),respectively. The results of the CNDDB database search for the Enterprise quadrangle indicated that five special-status plant species have been observed within an approximately 0.75-mile to 5.0-mile radius of the project site(Appendix B). Those species are silky cryptantha(Cryptantha crinita), four-angled spikerush(Eleocharis quadrangulata), Red Bluff dwarf rush(Juncus leiospermus var. leiospermus),Henderson's bent grass (Agrostis hendersonii), and slender Orcutt grass (Orcuttia tenuis). Although it was noted on the USFWS list or CNDDB North State Resources,Inc. 10 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION database, Bogg's Lake hedge-hyssop was included in the list of plant species with potential to occur in the project area. The absence of four-angled spikerush is consistent with the absence of a perennial water source at the project site. The site could potentially support Henderson's bent grass and slender Orcutt grass but surveys have not yielded observations of either species. Red Bluff dwarf rush was observed at the project site. Red Bluff dwarf rush is a CNPS List 1B species. It is not protected under the California Plant Protection Act,nor the California Endangered Species Act. Protection may be extended to the species at the discretion of the Lead Agency under the provisions of CEQA. Provided below is a summary of plant surveys which have been conducted at the Sports Complex project site: On October 6, 1998 wetland plant inventories were performed in association with the wetland delineation effort in the southeast, southwest, and northeast portions of the Sports Complex project site (NSR, 1998). No evidence of special-status species were located, but it is acknowledged that this inventory was conducted outside the blooming period for most plant species. In June of 1992, field surveys were conducted in association with the Viking Way project(City of Redding Corporation Yard/Transfer Site). A Red Bluff dwarf rush population was discovered within an area now associated with the southern portion of the Redding Sports Complex project(Figure 2). On May 5 and June 22, 1991, wetland plant inventories were performed during the wetland delineation effort in the southern portion of the Viking Way project(Vail, 1991), which is in a part of the Redding Sports Complex Project. No special-status plant species were identified. The most recent floristic inventories and special-status plant surveys were conducted on April 14,April 28, May 5, and June 2,2000. The surveys were conducted according to guidelines developed by CDFG, as outlined in Nelson(1987). Plant identification was performed using the unaided eye,hand lens, dissecting scope,and dichotomous key. Plants were named in accordance with the Jepson Manual taxonomic conventions(Hickman, 1993). A total of 70 plant species were identified within the project site during the 2000 plant surveys (Appendix D). Overall plant diversity was relatively low due primarily to the type of habitat, level of previous ground disturbance,and the amount of urban development in the vicinity. Only one special- status plant species was observed: Red Bluff dwarf rush(Juncus leiospermus var. leiospermus). Scattered individuals were observed within seven separate populations(described below) located in the southern part of the project site,north of Tarmac Road(Figure 2). • Population #1 -approximately 12 to 24 scattered individuals • Population#2 -approximately 12 scattered individuals • Population#3 - approximately 12 scattered individuals • Population#4-approximately 6 to 12 scattered individuals • Population#5-approximately 6 to 12 scattered individuals • Population#6-approximately 6 scattered individuals • Population#7-approximately 6 scattered individuals North State Resources,Inc. 11 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION TABLE 1. SPECIAL-STATUS PLANT SPECIES WITH POTENTIAL TO OCCUR WITHIN THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT AREA Common Name Status General Habitat Flowering Period (Scientific Name) FED/ST/CNPS Henderson's bent grass SC/-/3 Valley Foothill Grassland April-May Agrostis hendersonii Vernal Pools Northern clarkia SC/-/1B Cismontane Woodland June Clarkia borealis ssp.arida _ Silky cryptantha SC/-/1B Valley Foothill Grasslands April-May Cryptantha crinita Cismontane Woodland Riparian Forests/Woodlands Four-angled spike rush -/-/2 Marshes and Swamps July-September Eleocharis quadrangulata (Freshwater) Adobe lily SC/-/1B Valley Foothill Grasslands February-April Fritillaria pluriflora Chaparral Cismontane Woodland Bogg's Lake hedge-hyssop -/E/1B Marshes and Lake Margins April-June Gratiola heterosepala Vernal Pools Red Bluff dwarf rush -/-/1B Chaparral March-May Juncus leiospermus var.leiospermus Cismontane Woodland Vernal Pools Bellinger's meadowfoam SC/-/1B Meadows April-June Limnanthes floccosa ssp. Cismontane Woodland bellingeriana Butte County meadowfoam E/E/1B Valley Foothill Grasslands March-May Limnanthesfloccose ssp.californica Vernal Pools Wooly meadowfoam -/-/2 Valley Foothill Grasslands March-June Limnanthes floccosa spp.floccosa Cismontane Woodland (vernally mesic) Slender Orcutt grass T/E/1B Vernal Pools May-July Orcuttia tenuis Ahart's paronychia SC/-/1B Valley Foothill Grasslands April-June Paronychia ahartii Cismontane Woodland Vernal Pools NOTES: FED=Federal ST=State Federal&State Codes: E=Endangered;T=Threatened;R=Rare;SC=Species of Concern CNPS=California Native Plant Society Codes: List IB=Rare,Threatened or Endangered in CA and elsewhere List 2=Rare,Threatened or Endangered in CA but common elsewhere North State Resources,Inc. 12 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION WILDLIFE HABITAT TYPES Table 2 includes a crosswalk of each wildlife habitat type(as defined in A Guide to Wildlife Habitats of California [Mayer&Laudenslayer, 1988]) and corresponding plant community observed within the project site. The table also includes a list of non-status wildlife species common to each wildlife habitat type. TABLE 2. WILDLIFE HABITATS AND ASSOCIATED NON-STATUS SPECIES IN THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT AREA Habitat Type Corresponding Plant Associated Wildlife Species Community Annual Grassland Annual Grassland •Western toad(Bufo boreas) (Seasonal Wetland and •Pacific chorus frog(Pseudacris regilla) Vernal Pool Inclusions) •Yellow-bellied racer(Coluber constrictor) •American kestrel(Falco sparverius) •Savannah sparrow(Passerculus sandwichensis) •California vole(Microtus californicus) •Deer mouse(Peromyscus maniculatus) •Botta's pocket gopher(Thomomys bottae) Blue Oak Woodland Blue Oak Woodland •Western skink(Eumeces skiltonianus) •Western fence lizard(Sceloporus occidentalis) •Western scrub jay(Aphelocoma coerulescens) •Great horned owl(Bubo virginianus) •Red-tailed hawk(Buteo jamaicensis) •Acorn woodpecker(Melanerpes formicivorus) •Western blue bird(Sialia mexicana) •Black-tailed deer(Odocoileus hemionous) •Gray fox(Urocyon cinereoargenteus) SPECIAL-STATUS WILDLIFE SPECIES A list of special-status wildlife species considered for analysis in the Redding Sports Complex project site was compiled by consulting with the USFWS, consulting with the CDFG,performing a CNDDB database search, and reviewing biological literature of the region. Based upon a review of the special-status species listed provided by the USFWS for the Enterprise quadrangle(Appendix A), there were 24 federal special-status wildlife species initially considered for analysis in the Redding Sports Complex project site. Of these, 15 were determined to be unlikely to occur to in the project site either because the species is known not to occur in the vicinity based on current distribution ranges,or the habitat preferentially selected by the species is not present within the project site(Zeiner and Laudenslayer, 1988a; Zeiner and Laudenslayer, 1988b). Consequently, the following species will not be given further consideration in this document: Aleutian Canada goose (Branta canadensis leucopareia); bald eagle(Haliaeetus leucocephalus); northern spotted owl (Strix occidentalis caurina);California red-legged frog(Rana aurora draytonii); valley elderberry longhorn beetle North State Resources,Inc. 13 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION (Desmocerus californicus dimorphus); pacific fisher(Martes pennanti pacifica); long-eared myotis (Myotis evotis); fringed myotis bat(Myotis thysanodes); long-legged myotis bat (Myotis volans); little willow flycatcher(Empidonax trailii brewsteri); American peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus anatum); bank swallow(Riparia riparia);white-faced ibis(Plegadis chihi); northwestern pond turtle(Clemmys marmorata marmorata); and foothill yellow-legged frog(Rana boylii). The nine remaining federal special-status wildlife species that will be addressed in further detail in this environmental analysis include: California linderiella(Linderiella occidentalis); vernal pool fairy shrimp (Branchinecta lynchi); vernal pool tadpole shrimp(Lepidurus packardi); western spadefoot(Scaphiopus hammondii); ferruginous hawk(Buteo regalis); small-footed myotis bat(Myotis ciliolabrum); western burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia hypugea);pale Townsend's big-eared bat(Corynorhinus townsendii pallescens); and Yuma myotis(Myotis yumanensis). The CNDDB database search for the Enterprise quadrangle did not produce any records of special-status wildlife observations in the project site, but there are records for the following species within the quad: bank swallow, vernal pool fairy shrimp, California linderiella, vernal pool tadpole shrimp,and valley elderberry longhorn beetle. In addition to these species, seven special-status species were considered for analysis based on known regional occurrence. These species are: osprey(Pandion haliaetus),white- tailed kite(Elanus leucurus), sharp-shinned hawk(Accipiter striatus), cooper's hawk(Accipiter cooperi), golden eagle(Aquila chrysaetos),yellow warbler(Dendroica petechia), and yellow-breasted chat(Icteria virens). The following three species will not be given further consideration in this document because there is no suitable habitat within the project site: osprey, yellow warbler, and yellow-breasted chat. Table 3 presents a comprehensive list of the special status species with potential to occur in the Redding Sports Complex project area. Special status designation and general habitat requirements for each species are provided in the table. Conclusions presented in this table are based on the knowledge of local professional biologists and historic survey information. TABLE 3. SPECIAL-STATUS WILDLIFE SPECIES WITH POTENTIAL TO OCCUR IN THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT AREA Common Name Status General Habitat Comments (Scientific Name) FED/ST Invertebrates Vernal pool fairy shrimp T/- Vernal pools and seasonal The seasonal wetlands/vernal pools (Branchinecta lynchi) wetlands. within the project area are potentially suitable habitat,but this species has not been detected during protocol or non- protocol surveys at the project site. Vernal pool tadpole shrimp El- Vernal pools and seasonal The seasonal wetlands/vernal pools (Lepidurus packardi) wetlands(typically within the project area are potentially deeper). suitable habitat,but this species has not been detected during protocol or non- protocol surveys at the project site. North State Resources,Inc. 14 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION TABLE 3. SPECIAL-STATUS WILDLIFE SPECIES WITH POTENTIAL TO OCCUR IN THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT AREA Common Name Status General Habitat Comments (Scientific Name) FED/ST California linderiella SC/SC Vernal pools and seasonal The seasonal wetlands/vernal pools (Linderiella occidentalis) wetlands. within the project area are potentially suitable habitat,but this species has not been detected during protocol or non- protocol surveys at the project site. The species has been observed on an adjacent parcel. Amphibians Western spadefoot SC/SC Inhabits grasslands, The project site provides suitable habitat, (Scaphiopus hammondi) breeding in vernal pools but none were detected during the vernal and seasonal wetlands. pool branchiopod surveys that were conducted at the project site. Birds Cooper's hawk -/SC Nests in riparian areas and The project area provides suitable (Accipiter cooperi) mixed woodlands;forages foraging habitat for this species,but the at woodland edges. The absence of riparian areas and mixed project area is primarily woodland habitat does not support winter range for this nesting habitat. Presence has not been species. documented. Sharp-shinned hawk -/SC Nests in riparian areas and The project area provides suitable (Accipiter striatus) mixed woodlands;forages foraging habitat for this species,but the at woodland edges. The absence of riparian areas and mixed project area is primarily woodland habitat does not support winter range for this nesting habitat. Presence has not been species. documented. Golden eagle -/SC Nests on cliffs and in tall The project area provides potentially (Aquila chrysaetos) trees on hillsides;forages suitable foraging habitat. The project over open grasslands. area is winter range only,so nesting Central Valley is winter would not be expected. Presence has not range. been documented. Western burrowing owl SC/SC Found in open,dry annual Suitable foraging habitat exists (Achene cunicularia hypugea) or perennial grasslands, throughout the project area,but no deserts and scrublands nesting burrows were observed at the with low-growing project site. vegetation. Subterranean nester dependent upon burrowing mammals, particularly California ground squirrel. Central Valley is summer and winter range. Ferruginous hawk SC/SC Uncommon winter The project area provides potentially (Buteo regalis) resident and migrant in suitable foraging habitat. The project low-elevation open area is winter range only,so nesting grasslands in the Central would not be expected. Presence has not Valley. been documented. White-tailed kite -/CFP Nests in shrubs and trees The project area is within the summer and (Elanus leucurus) adjacent to grasslands; winter range of this species. Potentially forages in grasslands and suitable foraging and nesting habitat agricultural lands. Central exists throughout the project site. Valley is summer and Presence has not been documented. winter range. North State Resources,Inc. 15 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION TABLE 3.SPECIAL-STATUS WILDLIFE SPECIES WITH POTENTIAL TO OCCUR IN THE REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT AREA Common Name Status General Habitat Comments (Scientific Name) FED/ST Mammals Pale Townsend's big-eared bat SC/SC Mesic habitats. Roosts in The project area may support potential (Corynorhinus townsendii pallescens) caves,mines,tunnels,and foraging habitat,but there is no suitable buildings. roosting habitat. Small-footed myotis bat SC/SC Forages in arid upland The project area supports potentially (Myotis ciliolabrum) grasslands,open suitable roosting and foraging habitat. woodlands,and over Presence has not been documented. water. Roosts in caves, mines,buildings,bridges, rock crevices,and under tree bark. Yuma myotis bat SC/SC Forages over water such as The project area supports potentially (Myosis yumanensis) ponds,streams,stock suitable foraging habitat. There is no tanks in open woodlands. suitable roosting habitat. Roosts in buildings,caves, mines,abandoned swallow nests,bridges,and rock crevices. Year-long resident of the Central Valley. NOTES: Status Codes: E=Endangered;T=Threatened;SC=Species of Concern;CFP=California Full Protected species Suitable habitat(i.e., vernal pools and swales, seasonal wetlands) for vernal pool fairy shrimp,vernal pool tadpole shrimp, and California linderiella exists at the project site. Protocol surveys were conducted for vernal pool branchiopods in accordance with the Interim Survey Guidelines to Permittees for Recovery Permits under Section 10(a) (I) (a) of the Endangered Species Act for the Listed Vernal Pool Branchiopods, April 19, 1996. The protocol survey included both a wet and a dry season survey. The wet season survey was initiated in December 1997 and completed in June 1998. Eighteen pools were sampled in the southern portion of the project site under an existing take permit(Number PUT-798003). The dry season survey was performed in September 1998 under another existing take permit(Number PUT-795934). In the dry season survey, two hundred soil samples were collected from twenty pools in the same area that was surveyed during the wet season. No special-status vernal pool branchiopods (i.e., vernal pool fairy shrimp,vernal pool tadpole shrimp, California linderiella) were detected during these surveys. In June 1993 a non-protocol wet season aquatic invertebrate survey was conducted at the Viking Way project site,which is located directly west of the Redding Sports Complex site (NSR, 1993). One vernal pool and one semi-permanent pond located on this parcel were sampled. California linderiella fairy shrimp were found in the semi-permanent pond. No other special-status species were detected. Although suitable habitat(i.e., vernal pools) is present within the Redding Sports Complex site, no western spadefoot adults, tadpoles, or egg masses were detected during the 1997-1998 vernal pool North State Resources,Inc. 16 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION branchiopod surveys. During the course of recent field work conducted by North State Resources in the project site,no special-status wildlife species have been observed. No small mammal burrows, an essential habitat element for western burrowing owl,were observed at the project site. FISHERIES AQUATIC SYSTEMS The hydrologic features(i.e., three intermittent creeks)within the project site are relatively narrow and shallow intermittent systems,all of which are dry during the late spring through fall months. As a result, there is no federal special-status fish habitat within the project site. SPECIAL-STATUS FISH SPECIES Per the USFWS species list for the Enterprise quadrangle(Appendix A)there are six listed and candidate species,one critical habitat, and three species of concern that could occur in the project area. In addition, critical Habitat for the Central Valley spring-run chinook is proposed. A CNDDB database search was performed for the Enterprise quadrangle. The search did not produce any records of special-status fish observations in the project area,but there are records for the following species within the quad: Central Valley spring-run chinook salmon(Oncorhynchus tshawytscha)and Winter-run chinook salmon(Oncorhynchus tshawytscha). Results of the database search are included in Appendix B. Following is the list of federal special-status fish species that were initially considered in this analysis: • Delta smelt(Hypomesus transpacificus),Threatened • Central Valley steelhead(Oncorhynchus mykiss),Threatened • Winter-run chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), Endangered • Central Valley spring-run chinook salmon(Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), Threatened • Sacramento splittail(Pogonichthys macrolepidotus),Threatened • Central Valley fall/late fall-run chinook salmon(Oncorhynchus tshawytscha),Candidate • Green sturgeon (Acipenser medirostris), Special Concern • River lamprey(Lampetra ayresi), Special Concern • Longfin smelt(Spirinchus thaleichthys), Special Concern Due to the absence of fish habitat at the Redding Sports Complex project site, none of the species or critical habitat was given further consideration in this document. North State Resources,Inc. 17 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION JURISDICTIONAL WETLANDS In April, May, and June of 1991,North State Resources conducted a delineation of jurisdictional waters of the U.S., including wetlands,within the Viking Road project area(Redding Solid Waste Transfer Station/City Corporation Yard). The southern portion of this area was ultimately excluded from the Viking Road project area, and subsequently added to the Redding Sports Complex project area(Figure 1). On September 22, and October 6, 1998,North State Resources conducted a delineation of jurisdictional waters of the U.S., including wetlands,within the additional Redding Sports Complex parcels located in the northeastern,central, and western portions of the project area(Figure 1). The delineations were performed in accordance with the methodology identified in the 1989 ACOE guidelines. The following five wetland habitat types were identified in the project area: vernal swale, vernal pool, intermittent creek, intermittent pool (constructed),and seasonal wetland. The ACOE made a determination in the field that the constructed intermittent pool was not a jurisdictional feature. Descriptions of each wetland type were previously described in the vegetation subsection. A total of 2.89 acres of jurisdictional wetland features were identified within the project area. This total acreage is comprised of the following: Wetlands • Vernal Swale—0.05 acre • Vernal Pool— 1.55 acres • Seasonal Wetland—0.77 acre "Other" Waters of the U.S.' • Intermittent Creek-0.52 acre REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES This section lists specific environmental review and consultation requirements and identifies permits and approvals that must be obtained from local, state, and federal agencies before construction of the Redding Sports Complex can occur. UNITED STATES FISH& WILDLIFE SERVICE/NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE Federally listed species are fully protected under the mandates of the federal Endangered Species Act (FESA). "Take" of listed species incidental to otherwise lawful activity may be authorized by either the 'Drainages with a defined bed and bank which convey water but which do not support wetlands vegetation. North State Resources,Inc. 18 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION USFWS or the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), depending upon the species. Since the proposed project likely will require the issuance of Section 404/Section 10 permits by the ACOE, formal consultation pursuant to Section 7 of the FESA may be necessary between ACOE and NMFS (and/or USFWS)if potential impacts to a federally listed species are identified. At this time, it is anticipated that the project site does not support a federally-listed species based on the negative findings from the focused plant surveys and protocol-level vernal pool branchiopod surveys. UNITED STATES ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS Permits under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, as amended,are required for the placement of dredge or fill materials into all waters of the United States, including wetlands and "other waters." Projects are permitted under either individual or general (e.g., nationwide)permits. Specific applicability of permit type is determined by the ACOE on a case-by-case basis. North State Resources conducted delineations of jurisdictional wetlands within the project area in 1991 and 1998. A request for verification of the 1991 delineation was submitted to ACOE in December 1991, and a 2-year verification was received in July 1992 (Reference#9200618). In August 1994, the ACOE responded to a request for an extension of the verification. A 5-year extension was granted,which expired in August 1999. Request for verification of the 1998 delineation (i.e.,east and western portion of project site)was submitted initially in January 1999. The ACOE requested a delineation boundary modification of the East Parcel. This revision was made and a request for verification was resubmitted on March 2, 1999. On March 9, 1999, the ACOE granted a 5-year verification (Reference#199900012). During the most recent discussions with the ACOE, a request was made that a comprehensive wetlands map of the entire 104-acre project site be prepared and submitted with the request for reverification of the portion that expired in August 1999. It is anticipated that more than 0.5 acre of jurisdictional wetlands will be filled as a result of this project. Consequently,the Redding Sports Complex Project would need to be authorized under an Individual Permit. An Individual Permit would require separate compliance under the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) environmental review process and an associated analysis of practicable alternatives per Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FISH& GAME STREAMBED ALTERATION(SECTIONS 1600-1607 OF THE CALIFORNIA FISH& GAME CODE) Any entity proposing an activity that will substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow or substantially change the bed, channel,or bank of any river, stream, or lake designated by the CDFG, must receive a discretionary Stream Alteration Agreement permit from the CDFG (Region 1 for the Redding Sports Complex Project). As a general rule,this requirement applies to any work undertaken within the 100-year North State Resources,Inc. 19 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION floodplain of a stream or river containing fish or wildlife resources. Construction activities within the channels of the intermittent creeks identified within the project site may be subject to the jurisdiction of the CDFG pursuant to Section 1601 of the Fish and Game Code. CALIFORNIA ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT Under the California Endangered Species Act(CESA), California Department of Fish and Game(CDFG) has the responsibility for maintaining a list of threatened species and endangered species(California Fish and Game Code 2070). The CDFG also maintains a list of"candidate species"which are species that the CDFG formally noticed as being under review for addition to the list of endangered or threatened species. The CDFG also maintains lists of"species of special concern"which serve as"watch lists." Pursuant to the requirements of the CESA, an agency reviewing a proposed project within its jurisdiction must determine whether any state-listed endangered or threatened species may be present in the project area and determine whether the proposed project will have a potentially significant impact on such species. In addition,the CDFG encourages informal consultation on any proposed project which may impact a candidate species. Project-related impacts to species on the CESA endangered or threatened list would be considered significant and would require avoidance. State-listed species are fully protected under the mandates of the California Endangered Species Act(CESA). "Take" of protected species incidental to otherwise lawful management activities may be authorized under Section 2081 of the Fish and Game Code of California. No impacts to a state-listed species are anticipated to occur as a result of this project. NATIVE PLANT PROTECTION ACT The Native Plant Protection Act(California Fish and Game Code Sec. 1900-1913)prohibits the taking, possessing, or sale within the state of any rare,threatened, or endangered plants as defined by the CDFG. This approach would apply to any plants with a state designation of rare, threatened, or endangered. Project impacts on these species would not be considered significant unless the species are known to have a high potential to occur within the area of disturbance associated with construction of the project. BIRDS OF PREY Under Section 3503.5 of the California Fish and Game Code it is unlawful to take,possess, or destroy any birds in the orders of Falconiformes or Strigiformes(birds of prey) or to take,possess,or destroy the nest or eggs of any such bird expect as otherwise provided by this code or any regulation adopted pursuant thereto. North State Resources,Inc. 20 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION HARDWOOD POLICY In 1994 the California Fish and Game Commission developed hardwood policies to regulate the removal of hardwood trees on state and private lands. These policies are designed to protect hardwood-dependent wildlife and water quality. As stated in the California Fish and Game Commission Hardwood policies subsection entitled Incentive and Options for Developers, if hardwoods are the only resource concern, or if other resource concerns have minimum protection as described in the document, and the protective measure(s) is/are incorporated into the project by the lead agency,the Department will not review or comment on the project. Section IV,entitled Protective Measures and Options, outlines six General Recommendations and two Specific Recommendations for Blue Oak Woodland habitat as summarized below. The intent of the recommendations is to manage for properly functioning hardwood stands within the context of the larger landscape. This includes an assessment of adjacent stands to determine cumulative losses that could ultimately cause a loss of the ecological system. The minimum land unit subject to the policies is 10 acres. The average canopy cover is to be calculated in 40-acre units,or the affected area. The relative frequency of hardwoods should remain unchanged in a mixed hardwood stand. Where a formal management plan for rare threatened,or sensitive species has been adopted by the California Fish and Game Commission or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the hardwood retention guidelines in the plan would apply. Canopy cover reductions should be calculated as a percent reduction over an extended period of time(at least 15 years). Retained hardwoods should demonstrate a mix of age and size classes, and a mix of snags and down material to provide for habitat diversity proportionate to natural occurrence. If the existing percent cover is below the specifically recommended minimum, no cutting should be permitted. Planting is not required but may be recommended in critical areas. The Specific Recommendations for Blue Oak Woodlands are to retain a minimum 40 percent canopy cover per 40 acres and,where present, maintain at least one blue oak snag per five acres. CALIFORNIA REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD The California Regional Water Quality Control Board(CRWQCB), Central Valley Region, is responsible for enforcing water quality criteria and protecting water resources in the project area. The CRWQCB is responsible for controlling discharges to surface waters of the state by issuing waste discharge requirements (WDRs),or commonly by issuing conditional waivers to WDRs. A request for water quality certification(including WDRs)by the CRWQCB and a Notice of Intent application for a General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction Activities will be prepared and submitted following completion of the CEQA environmental document and submittal of the pre-construction notification (PCN) letter to the ACOE. North State Resources,Inc. 21 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION CITY OF REDDING The City of Redding adopted a Tree Preservation Ordinance(#1977) on December 17, 1991. This ordinance encourages the preservation of oak trees (blue oak, live oak, valley oak) with a diameter at breast height(dbh)greater than six inches. The City plans to preserve as many oak trees within the project area as feasible, and would replace any trees that need to be removed at the required ratio. IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA Significance criteria used to analyze the potential impacts of the Redding Sports Complex project on biological resources include factual and scientific information, and regulatory standards of county,state, and federal agencies, including the CEQA Guidelines. The project will have a significant effect on the environment if it would: • Substantially affect a rare or endangered plant, fish, or wildlife species or designated critical habitat for the species; • Result in the loss of jurisdictional wetland habitat; • Substantially block or disrupt major terrestrial wildlife migration, or travel corridors; • Result in temporary impacts to habitat of federal or state listed species resulting in lowered reproductive success; and • Result in a potential conflict with adopted local policies designed to protect biological resources. IMPACTS& MITIGATION MEASURES Impact#1: Construction activities associated with the proposed Redding Sports Complex project will result in the loss of oak trees subject to the City of Redding's tree preservation ordinance. This would be a significant impact. On September 1,2000, a reconnaissance-level assessment of oak trees within the Redding Sports Complex project area was conducted by North State Resources. Numerous, healthy blue oak trees with a diameter at breast height(dbh) of greater than six inches were identified within the project site. The stands are predominantly mixed age,with slightly more trees in the 0-6"dbh size class and the 6-12"size class,than the 12-24"size class. Removal of native oak tree species with a trunk diameter of greater six inches measured at 4.5 feet above ground level is subject to management under the guidelines of the City of Redding's tree preservation ordinance. Since a detailed tree survey has not been conducted at the project site, the exact number of trees subject to the ordinance is unknown. For the purpose of this analysis, it is assumed that the majority of the oak trees in the project site would be removed for construction of ball fields, lawns,parking areas, North State Resources,Inc. 22 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION and infrastructure associated with each phase of construction. This would be considered a significant impact. Mitigation: la: Prior to construction of each project phase, the City shall identify trees subject to removal within the proposed construction areas. The City shall retain a certified arborist to conduct a tree survey to record the condition of the identified oak trees with a dbh of six inches or greater. The arborist shall record the following key characteristics: species, diameter, condition/health,and any special considerations. lb: Pursuant to the City's tree preservation ordinance, oaks with a dbh of six inches or greater that must be removed as a result of the project shall be replaced at a minimum 3:1 ratio. Depending upon the size and health of oak trees slated for removal,the City Planning Department may require a higher replacement ratio. Selected replacement trees shall be limited to oak species that currently exist on the project site (blue oak). Oak trees shall be planted in groves similar in nature to the existing oak woodlands in the project area. Plant materials shall be obtained from on-site sources in order to maintain the genetic integrity of local plant communities. Prior to the construction of each project phase,the City shall hire a native vegetation restoration specialist or certified arborist to prepare a detailed Oak Tree Mitigation and Monitoring Plan which includes specific planting techniques, irrigation methods, locations of tree plantings, and success criteria for mitigation. This plan would then be implemented by the City. The exact locations for replacement tree plantings shall be determined at the time that oak trees are identified for removal. On-site restoration would be the preferred alternative. However, if this is not feasible, the City will identify off-site restoration area(s). The off-site locations will be dependent upon the City's ability to acquire an easement for the potential tree replacement site(s)and the availability of water for irrigation. Replaced trees shall be monitored by a qualified restoration specialist or certified arborist(not associated with the preparation of the Oak Tree Mitigation and Monitoring Plan) semi- annually for a minimum of five years following planting to ensure that the total number of surviving replacement trees meets a survival standard of 75 percent at the completion of the monitoring period. An annual monitoring report shall be submitted to the City Planning Department that summarizes the success of the mitigation and provides any necessary remediation measures in the event that the success criteria are not being met. lc: All retained oak trees would be flagged prior to construction of each phase of the Sports Complex project to ensure preservation. These oak trees would be preserved and avoided by implementing the following: • Convene a preconstruction meeting at the project site with pertinent City staff and project contractors to discuss which trees are proposed for removal and preservation,highlighting any potentially sensitive areas. • No vehicles, construction equipment,mobile offices, or materials should be parked or located within the driplines of oaks that are to be preserved. Driplines of trees should be fenced to exclude vehicle and foot traffic. • No earthen fill greater than one foot deep should be placed within the driplines of oak trees to be preserved, or within five feet of their trunks. North State Resources,Inc. 23 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION Impact#2: Construction activities associated with the proposed Redding Sports Complex project will result in the loss of blue oak woodland subject to the Department of Fish and Game Commission's Hardwood Policies. This would be a significant, cumulative impact. On September 6, 2000, an assessment of oak tree canopy cover within the Redding Sports Complex project site was conducted by North State Resources. Five locations were selected from aerial photos in which to sample canopy cover densities. The stands identified for sampling were selected to provide a representative cross section of canopy cover in the project site. Sampling was performed by calculating percent canopy cover from densiometer readings. Percent canopy cover in the five sample areas ranged from 15-43 percent,with an average of 27 percent. The sample average was used to calculate an estimate of the overall average canopy cover for the project site. The average canopy cover for blue oak woodland habitat within the overall 104-acre project site is approximately 21 percent. Construction of Phase 1 of the proposed Redding Sports Complex project would require thinning/removal of approximately 35 acres of blue oak woodland habitat that has less than 40 percent canopy cover. Ultimate build-out of the Sports Complex project would result in an additional loss of 30 acres of blue oak woodland, for an overall project site loss of 65 acres. Any loss of oaks within oak woodland habitat that has an average canopy coverage of less than 40 percent would be in conflict with the California Fish and Game Commission's hardwood policy. As a result,this would be a significant impact for both Phase 1,and all future phases of the proposed Redding Sports Complex Project. Mitigation: 2a: Implement Mitigation Measures 1 a-1 c. Note—this is tree replacement mitigation and not mitigation for loss of habitat—CDFG has no guidelines for oak woodland mitigation Impact#3: Construction activities associated with the Redding Sports Complex project could impact nesting raptors. This would be a potentially significant impact. Noise and visual disturbance associated with construction activities(Phase 1 and any future phases of construction) occurring during the nesting season (March through July)can disrupt nesting raptors that could lead to nest abandonment and nest failure. Raptors such as white-tailed kite, red-shouldered hawk, American kestrel, great horned owl,and barn owl are all known to occur locally in similar habitat. Although none of these species were observed nesting at the project site, there is potential for one or more these species to establish new nests at the site between now and the start of the first phase of construction. Even though the raptor species mentioned above are not afforded protection under the Endangered Species Act, it is considered unlawful to take, possess, or destroy the nest or eggs of any birds pursuant to Section 3503.5 of the Fish and Game Code of California,and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act(16 U.S.0 North State Resources,Inc. 24 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION 703-711). As a result, any loss or disturbance to these nesting raptor species would be considered a potentially significant impact. Mitigation: 3a: Within the project site,the City shall retain a qualified wildlife biologist to conduct a survey for nesting raptors prior to any construction activity (i.e., grading). Active raptor nests located within 500 feet of construction activities shall be mapped. This measure shall be repeated for all phases of construction. 3b: If active raptor nests are located in,or within 500 feet of an active or scheduled construction activity area, then appropriate buffer zones shall be established in consultation with the CDFG. Construction activities shall be prohibited within this buffer zone until the end of the nesting season(late July to early August), or until the young have fledged. A qualified wildlife biologist shall monitor the nest to determine when the young have fledged and submit weekly reports to the CDFG throughout the nesting season. This measure shall be repeated for all phases of construction. 3c: If necessary, identified nest trees may only be removed prior to the onset of the nesting season(March), or after young have fledged(late July to early August). This measure shall be repeated for all phases of construction. Impact#4: Construction activities associated with the Redding Sports Complex project could result in the loss of jurisdictional wetlands. This would be a significant impact. Delineations of potential jurisdictional wetlands and other waters of the U.S. within the proposed Redding Sports Complex project area were conducted as described under the Jurisdictional Wetlands and United States Army ACOE of Engineers heading of this section. The City is currently in the process of requesting a comprehensive reverification from the ACOE for the 104-acre Redding Sports Complex project site. A total of 2.89 acres of potential jurisdictional wetland features were mapped within the Redding Sports Complex project site (excluding the detention/wetlands mitigation area to the west). These acreages are comprised of the following: Wetlands • Vernal Swale—0.05 acre • Vernal Pool— 1.55 acres • Seasonal Wetland—0.77 acre "Other"Waters of the U.S. • Intermittent Creek—0.58 acre Construction activities are likely to permanently and temporarily affect jurisdictional wetland features. Development of portions of the project site will result in the fill of jurisdictional wetlands. Construction activities associated with Phase 1 of the proposed Redding Sports Complex project would result in the North State Resources,Inc. 25 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION loss of up to 0.96 acre of jurisdictional wetland features comprised of the following: seasonal wetland (0.44 acre)and intermittent creek(0.52 acre). Ultimate buildout could result in the additional direct loss of up to 0.22 acre of jurisdictional wetland features in the form of vernal pools. Any loss of jurisdictional wetlands would be considered a significant impact. Mitigation: 4a: Permanent filling of jurisdictional wetlands associated with proposed construction of any phase of the Redding Sports Complex project would require mitigation. Mitigation will ensure that no net-loss of wetlands, on an acreage basis, occurs. Between 2 to 3 acres of wetlands(depending upon the wetland type)would need to be created for each acre of lost wetland, depending upon the final recommendation made by the ACOE and CDFG. On-site mitigation is typically encouraged by these two resource agencies and would be implemented if feasible. A Wetlands Mitigation and Monitoring Plan would be prepared and provided to the ACOE and CDFG for review and approval. The Wetlands Mitigation and Monitoring Plan would identify the monitoring parameters and performance criteria for each parameter. Typical performance criteria may include: • The target number of hydrophytic plant species to be established in the mitigation area shall be the average number of obligate, facultative wetland, and facultative species that occur in adjacent reference wetlands. Reference wetlands will be identified in consultation with the Corps. • The percent cover of obligate, facultative wetland, and facultative species within the mitigation area shall not be less than 80 percent of the average percent cover occurring in the reference wetlands. • No visible erosion of topsoil shall occur within the wetland mitigation area. • Water depths, periods of inundation,and soil saturation in the mitigation area shall be similar to conditions occurring in the reference wetlands. If the performance criteria are not satisfied by the end of the fourth spring following construction of mitigation area,remediation measures shall be identified and implemented. The monitoring program would, at a minimum,consist of the filing of an annual report to both agencies for five years. The mitigation would be considered successful if criteria are met for three consecutive years. The City or their appointed agent would maintain the mitigation site in perpetuity. If on-site mitigation is not feasible,off-site mitigation would be accomplished by purchasing credits at an approved mitigation bank(i.e., CDFG's Hawes Ranch Mitigation Bank and/or Cottonwood Creek Mitigation Bank) at a minimum 3:1 ratio for vernal pools/swales and minimum 2:1 ratio for all other wetland types. 4b: The City shall establish a conservation easement(prior to the commencement of construction associated with Phase 1)that includes the vernal pool/swale wetland complex located in the southwest corner of the project site, directly north of Tarmac Road. The conservation easement shall include a minimum 25-foot buffer zone around the periphery of the wetland complex. During the establishment of this conservation easement,the City shall prepare a map that clearly indicates the vernal pool/swale complex and associated non-development buffer area. The conservation easement shall remain in perpetuity. With the development of the conservation easement, consideration will be given to the natural hydrologic regime that North State Resources,Inc. 26 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION would sustain this habitat into perpetuity. The vernal pool/swale complex shall not be disturbed in any way and shall be protected from adverse impacts during construction by staking the boundary on the ground prior to construction of facilities associated with ultimate buildout of the project. 4c: The following mitigation would be implemented at the project site during construction activities: • Conduct all trenching and construction activities across wetland features during the dry season(typically May through October). • Place sediment curtains upstream and downstream of the construction zone to prevent sediment disturbed during ground-disturbing activities from being transported and deposited outside of the construction zone. • Locate spoil sites such that they do not drain directly into wetland features, to the fullest extent possible. If a spoil site drains into a wetland feature, catch basins would be constructed to intercept sediment before it reaches the wetland feature. Spoil sites would be flattened and mulched to reduce the potential for erosion. • Store equipment and materials away from all wetland features. No contaminants or other debris would be deposited within 25 feet of the drainages and wetland areas. The project would most likely proceed under an individual permit pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Water quality certification from the Regional Water Quality Control Board would also be required pursuant to Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. In addition, CDFG has jurisdiction in streams pursuant to Section 1601 of the State Fish& Game Code, and construction in channel bottoms would require a Streambed Alteration Agreement between the City and the CDFG. Terms of these permits and agreements could include additional provisions. Impact#5 Construction of the proposed Redding Sports Complex project could block or disrupt a major wildlife migration or a travel corridor. This would be a less than significant impact. The project site is not located within a known migratory corridor for a CDFG-designated deer herd. Additionally,there are no anadromous fisheries in the project area that could potentially be impacted by project construction. Although the site does support a small,resident deer herd, the project site has low potential to function as a significant travel corridor because it is bounded on all sides by barriers to long distance movement(i.e.,roadways, industrial development,residences). With existing development on the north, east, and west sides of the project area, and Highway 44 to the south,contiguous, long distance wildlife movement is not feasible. Construction of the Redding Sports Complex would have a less than significant impact on regional wildlife movement through the area. Mitigation: None required. North State Resources,Inc. 27 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION Impact#6: During construction of the proposed Redding Sports Complex project there would be potential for construction workers to drive or park in undesignated areas which contain sensitive biological resources. This would be a potentially significant impact. Although construction activities would be limited to the identified staging areas and access routes, construction workers could drive and/or park vehicles and construction equipment in undesignated areas. These undesignated areas have potential to support sensitive biological resources such as wetlands, oak woodland,and wildlife. Unauthorized vehicle access and parking within this area could result in the potential disturbance or loss of wetland habitat(i.e., vegetation degradation, soil compaction, and tire rutting)and potential loss of oak seedlings or young trees due to soil compaction and vehicle traffic. Prolonged driving and parking in the same area around the oak trees could result in the compaction of soil under the driplines, leading to oxygen deprivation in the root system,potentially resulting in tree mortality. Soil compaction could also lead to erosion problems. Therefore, this impact would be considered potentially significant for both Phase 1 and any future phases of construction. Mitigation: 6a: For each phase of construction,the City shall include provisions in all construction contracts that prohibit construction employee driving and parking in undesignated areas. All staging areas and access routes would be clearly identified on the construction drawings and flagged in the field. In the event that a staging area or access route needs to be located outside of the 104-acre project site, a qualified biologist would be retained by the City to select an alternate staging area or access route. If no sensitive biological resources are observed, then construction-related activities could proceed without further mitigation. In the event that sensitive biological resources are observed,the biologist would coordinate with the construction manager to identify an alternate location(s)that is suitable for both construction and resource protection purposes. Impact#7: Construction and on-going operation of the Redding Sports Complex project could potentially impact special-status plant species. This would be a potentially significant impact. Red Bluff dwarf rush, a CNPS List 1B plant species, is the only special-status plant that has been observed in the Redding Sports Complex project site. Seven populations were discovered within the seasonal wetlands/vernal pool area,just north of Tarmac Road in the southwestern corner of the project site(Figure 2). The populations are located within an area that the City is proposing to maintain as open space. The only construction activity proposed in the area is the development of a small, meandering trail system. The trail system may impact the Red Bluff dwarf rush by encouraging access to areas where the plants occur, increasing the risk of mortality from compaction and collection. Under Phase 1 of the project, this population of Red Bluff dwarf rush would be avoided entirely. At full build-out of the proposed Redding Sports Complex project, when the trail system would be constructed and additional construction activity would occur in close proximity to the known population of Red Bluff dwarf rush, this would be a potentially significant impact. North State Resources,Inc. 28 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION Mitigation: In addition to the implementation of Mitigation Measure 4b, the following measures shall be implemented by the City to ensure the protection of the Red Bluff dwarf rush populations. 7a: The trail system shall be designed to avoid the sensitive biological areas (i.e., wetlands, known Red Bluff dwarf rush populations) identified in the conservation easement. 7b: Interpretive signing which provides for public education regarding the sensitivity of the seasonal wetland/vernal pool areas and associated Red Bluff dwarf rush populations shall be posted along that portion of the trail system which is located near the wetlands conservation area. 7c: Prior to the start of construction of each project phase, exclusionary fencing shall be erected around the known populations of Red Bluff dwarf rush. This fencing shall be periodically inspected throughout each period of construction and be repaired as necessary. Impact#8: Construction activities associated with the Redding Sports Complex project could adversely affect special-status wildlife species. This would be a less than significant impact. Vernal pools, swales, and seasonal wetlands located within the project site provide potentially suitable habitat for vernal pool fairy shrimp, vernal pool tadpole shrimp, California linderiella,and western spadefoot. As previously discussed under the special-status wildlife species discussion, a protocol-level survey for listed vernal pool branchiopods at the Sports Complex site was conducted in 1997/1998. No special-status vernal pool branchiopod species(including California linderiella)were observed during either the wet or the dry season sampling periods. In addition, no sign of western spadefoot(adults, tadpoles, egg masses)was observed at the project site during the vernal pool branchiopod survey. Blue oak woodland and annual grassland habitats at the Sports Complex project site provide foraging habitat for the following species: white-tailed kite; sharp-shinned hawk; Cooper's hawk; Ferruginous hawk; golden eagle; and western burrowing owl. As noted in Table 3,the site only provides potential nesting habitat for white-tailed kite. Potential impacts to nesting raptors are analyzed under Impact#3. No small mammal burrows, an essential habitat element for western burrowing owl, were observed at the project site. Blue oak woodland and annual grassland also provides foraging habitat for pale Townsend's big-eared bat, small-footed myotis, and Yuma myotis. Loss of potential foraging habitat for these special- status species is considered to be less than significant based on the following factors: 1) relative abundance of blue oak woodland and annual grassland habitats in the project region; and 2)the Sports Complex would be an in-fill development project located within a site that is currently surrounded by development and major roadways on all sides. Mitigation: None required. North State Resources,Inc. 29 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION Impact#9: Construction of a detention basin to retain stormwater runoff at the Sports Complex site could result in adverse effects to biological resources. This would be a potentially significant impact. The City is currently considering two alternatives for stormwater detention for the Sports Complex project: 1)utilization of existing detention basin area located directly west of the project site and south of the City's Solid Waste Transfer Station; 2)creation of a combined sunken ballfield/detention basin within the existing Sports Complex project development footprint. If the on-site sunken ballfield/detention basin alternative is chosen and assuming it is located within the existing Sports Complex development footprint,no additive impacts to biological resources are anticipated beyond what has already been discussed in Impacts 1-8 and no additional mitigation measures are required. Potential water quality impacts associated with the construction of a storm water detention basin at the Sports Complex project site are addressed in Section ##of the Draft EIR. Additional impacts to biological resources beyond what has been presented in Impacts 1-8 would occur if the existing detention basin/wetlands mitigation area alternative is selected. Under ACOE Permit #199200618 (dated February 11, 1994),the City was required to construct 2.47 acres of seasonal wetlands as mitigation for wetlands impacts associated with the Solid Waste Transfer Station project. Following the recent completion of the five-year monitoring period, the mitigation site was considered to be a success as all performance criteria were met. As a condition of the permit, the City is required to maintain the mitigation site in perpetuity. Although no on-site grading or permanent fill of wetlands would occur at the wetlands mitigation area, increased stormwater runoff from the Sports Complex could result in significant changes in water quality and on-site hydrological regime. These potential adverse effects could subsequently result in impacts to Sf; 1-status plants species and special-status wildlife species(particularly listed vernal pool branchiopods). During non-protocol aquatic invertebrate survey conducted in 1994 at the Solid Waste Transfer Station site California linderiella, a federal species of concern, was observed. Since a protocol- level survey has not been conducted at this site, there is the potential for a federally-listed vernal pool branchiopod species(i.e.,vernal pool fairy shrimp, vernal pool tadpole shrimp) to occur. Longer periods of inundation as a result of increased stormwater detention could also result in increased blue oak mortality due to root rot and oxygen deprivation. Based on these factors,use of the existing detention basin/wetlands mitigation area as a detention basin for the Sports Complex project could potentially result in significant impacts to biological resources. Mitigation: If the City decides to use the current detention basin/wetlands mitigation area located directly south of the Solid Waste Transfer Station as a detention area for the Sports Complex project, then the following mitigation measures would need to be implemented: North State Resources,Inc. 30 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION Jurisdictional Wetlands 9a: The City shall contact the ACOE to determine if the existing detention basin/wetlands mitigation area can be used as a detention basin for the Sports Complex project. If it is found to be feasible, a delineation of jurisdictional wetland features shall be conducted at the existing detention basin/wetlands mitigation site following the methodology identified in the 1989 ACOE guidelines. Following completion of the delineation, the ACOE shall be notified to request a field verification on the wetland delineation and to make a determination on the appropriate permit required, if any. If the ACOE determines that mitigation would be required, the City shall implement Mitigation Measure 4a. Special-Status Plant Species 9b: The City shall retain a qualified botanist to conduct a pre-construction survey to determine if special-status plant species occur at the detention basin/wetlands mitigation area. Surveys would be conducted during the respective blooming periods for the plants identified in Table 1. If no special-status plant species are observed, no further mitigation is necessary. 9c: If special-status plant species are observed during the survey, the CDFG and/or USFWS (depending upon listed status of observed plant species) shall be contacted to make a determination if increased stormwater flows into the detention basin/wetlands mitigation area would have an adverse effect on an observed special-status plant species. If CDFG and/or USFWS determines that increased stormwater detention could have a significant adverse effect, the City shall coordinate with these agencies to determine the appropriate salvage and relocation measures. Special-Status Wildlife Species 9d: The City shall either: 1)retain a qualified biologist to conduct pre-construction surveys for listed vernal pool branchiopods following the USFWS Interim Survey Guidelines to Permittees for Recovery Permits under Section 10(a)(1)(A) of the Endangered Species Act for Listed Vernal Pool Branchiopods(1996)to determine presence/absence; or 2)assume presence. If a determination that listed vernal pool crustaceans are absent based upon protocol-level surveys, no further mitigation is required for these species. 9e: If listed vernal pool branchiopods are present, or if presence is assumed, measures to avoid, minimize,or mitigate direct and indirect impacts to vernal pool fairy shrimp and vernal pool tadpole shrimp within 250 feet of the project corridor shall be incorporated into the project. Such mitigation measures shall include the following(based on consultation with the USFWS): • Preservation Component. For every acre of habitat directly and indirectly affected,based on USFWS evaluation of site-specific conservation values,three acres of vernal pool habitat may be preserved on the project site or on another non-bank site as approved by the USFWS. • Creation Component. For every acre of habitat directly impacted,based on USFWS evaluation of site-specific conservation values,two acres of vernal pool habitat will be created and monitored on the project site or on another non-bank site as approved by the USFWS. North State Resources,Inc. 31 City of Redding-Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION • On-site Mitigation Banking. Vernal pool habitat and associated upland habitat used as on-site mitigation will be protected from adverse impacts and managed in perpetuity. Loss of Blue Oaks 9f: Implement Mitigation Measures la-lc. North State Resources,Inc. 32 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION REFERENCES/LIST OF PREPARERS LITERATURE CITED California Department of Fish and Game. 2000a. State and Federally Listed Endangered, Threatened, and Rare Plants of California. State of California. The Resources Agency. Department of Fish and Game. Habitat Conservation Division, California Natural Diversity Database. July 2000. Sacramento, CA. California Department of Fish and Game. 2000b. California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Database, Special Plants List. July 2000. Sacramento, CA. California Department of Fish and Game. 2000c. Endangered and Threatened Animals of California. State of California. The Resources Agency. Department of Fish and Game, Habitat Conservation Division. California Natural Diversity Database. July 1998. California Department of Fish and Game. 2000d. 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Pre-Jurisdictional Delineation of Waters of the U.S. for the Proposed City of Redding Sportsplex Project; Shasta County, CA. October 1998. Redding, CA. Skinner,M.W.,and Paulick,B.M. (Ed). 1994. Inventory of Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of California(5 ed.). Sacramento, CA: Griffin Printing Company. USFWS. 2000. Species List for the Redding Sports Complex Project, Redding, California. #1-1-00-SP- 2414. July 21, 2000. Sacramento, CA. North State Resources,Inc. 33 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION USFWS. 1996. Interim Survey Guidelines to Permittees for Recovery Permits under Section 10(a) (1) (a)of the Endangered Species Act for the Listed Vernal Pool Branchiopods,April 19, 1996. Vail, Kirk. 1991. Technical Memorandum: Pre-Jurisdictional Delineation for the Proposed City of Redding Viking road Corporation Yard and Solid Waste Transfer Station,Redding. Zeiner, D.C.,and W.F. Laudenslayer,Jr., and K.E. Mayer, and M. White (Ed). 1990a. California's Wildlife, Volume II, Birds. California Department of Fish and Game. Sacramento, CA. Zeiner,D.C., and W.F. Laudenslayer, Jr., and K.E. Mayer,and M. White (Ed). 1990b. California's Wildlife, Volume III,Mammals. California Department of Fish and Game. Sacramento,CA. PERSONS CONTACTED Steve Burton California Department of Fish& Game (Redding, CA) Danielle Chi USFWS (Sacramento, CA) Will Ness U.S. Army Corps of Engineers(Sacramento District Office) LIST OF PREPARERS Stephanie Paschal Field Surveys,Technical Writer Wirt Lanning Field Surveys,Technical Review Melinda Carlson Botanist North State Resources,Inc. 34 City of Redding—Sports Complex Project November 17,2000 Biological Resources Technical Memorandum PRELIMINARY DRAFT-SUBJECT TO REVISION APPENDIX A U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE SPECIES LIST likeNT OF T PP� ! United States Department of the Interior 1 Oyu , -,,, ,,,. , ° FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE 4,74RCH 3 `; Sacramento Fish and Wildlife Office 2800 Cottage Way,Room W2605 IN REPLY REFER To Sacramento,California 95825-1846 1-1-00-SP-2414 July 21, 2000 Mr. Wirt H. Lanning Environmental Analyst North State Resources, Inc. 5000 Bechelli, Suite 203 Redding, California 96002 Subject: Species List for the Redding Sportsplex Project, Redding, California Dear Mr. Lanning, We are sending the enclosed list in response to your July 12, 2000, request for information about endangered and threatened species (Enclosure A). The list covers the following U.S. Geological Survey 71/2 minute quad of Enterprise. Please read Important Information About Your Species List(enclosed). It explains how we made the list and describes your responsibilities under the Endangered Species Act. Please contact Harry Mossman, Biological Technician, at (916) 414-6650, if you have any questions about the attached list or your responsibilities under the Endangered Species Act. For the fastest response to species list requests, address them to the attention of Mr. Mossman at this address. You may fax requests to him at 414-6712 or 6713. Sincerely, / 4tr.„____, n'. 1 Karen 1 Miller Chief, Endangered Species Division Enclosures [ @1 J'-1 ; D D JUL 2 0 2000 J NORTH STATE RESOURCES,INC. ATTACHMENT A Endangered and Threatened Species that May Occur in or be Affected by Projects in the Selected Quads Listed Below Reference File No. 00SP2414 Redding Sportsplex Project July 18,2000 QUAD : 647D ENTERPRISE Listed Species Birds Aleutian Canada goose, Brenta canadensis leucopareia (T) bald eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus (T) northern spotted owl, Strix occidentalis caurina (T) Amphibians California red-legged frog, Rana aurora draytonii (T) Fish delta smelt, Hypomesus transpacificus (T) Central Valley steelhead, Oncorhynchus mykiss (T) winter-run chinook salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (E) Central Valley spring-run chinook salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (T) Sacramento splittail, Pogonichthys macrolepidotus (T) Invertebrates vernal pool fairy shrimp, Branchinecta lynchi (T) valley elderberry longhorn beetle, Desmocerus californicus dimorphus (T) vernal pool tadpole shrimp, Lepidurus packardi (E) Plants slender Orcutt grass, Orcuttia tennis (T) Proposed Species Fish Critical Habitat, Central Valley spring-run chinook, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (PX) Candidate Species Fish Central Valley fall/late fall-run chinook salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (C) Species of Concern Mammals pale Townsend's big-eared bat, Corynorhinus (=Plecotus)townsendii pallescens (SC) Pacific fisher, Martes pennanti pacifica (SC) Reference File No. 00SP2414 Page 2 small-footed myotis bat, Myotis ciliolabrum (SC) long-eared myotis bat, Myotis evotis (SC) fringed myotis bat, Myotis thysanodes (SC) long-legged myotis bat, Myotis volans (SC) Yuma myotis bat, Myotis yumanensis (SC) Birds western burrowing owl,Athene cunicularia hypugea (SC) ferruginous hawk, Buteo regalis (SC) little willow flycatcher, Empidonax traillii brewsteri (CA) American peregrine falcon, Falco peregrinus anatum (D) white-faced ibis, Plegadis chihi (SC) bank swallow, Riparia riparia (CA) Reptiles northwestern pond turtle, Clemmys marmot ata marmorata (SC) Amphibians foothill yellow-legged frog, Rana boylii (SC) western spadefoot toad, Scaphiopus hammondii (SC) Fish green sturgeon,Acipensermedirostris (SC) river lamprey, Lampetra ayresi (SC) longfin smelt, Spirinchus thaleichthys (SC) Invertebrates California linderiella fairy shrimp, Linderiella occidentalis (SC) Plants silky cryptantha, Cryptantha crinita (SC) Reference File No. 00SP2414 Page 3 KEY: (E) Endangered Listed (in the Federal Register) as being in danger of extinction. (T) Threatened Listed as likely to become endangered within the foreseeable future. (P) Proposed Officially proposed (in the Federal Register) for listing as endangered or threatened. (PX) Proposed Proposed as an area essential to the conservation of the species. Critical Habitat (C) Candidate Candidate to become a proposed species. (SC) Species of May be endangered or threatened. Not enough biological information has been Concern gathered to support listing at this time. (MB) Migratory Migratory bird Bird (D) Delisted Delisted. Status to be monitored for 5 years. (CA) State-Listed Listed as threatened or endangered by the State of California. (*) Extirpated Possibly extirpated from this quad. (*') Extinct Possibly extinct. Critical Habitat Area essential to the conservation of a species. ATTACHMENT A Endangered and Threatened Species that May Occur in or be Affected by PROJECTS IN SHASTA COUNTY Reference File No. 00-SP-2414 July 18, 2000 Listed Species Birds Aleutian Canada goose, Branta canadensis leucopareia (T) bald eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus (T) Critical habitat, northern spotted owl, Strix occidentalis caurina (T) northern spotted owl, Strix occidentalis caurina (T) Amphibians California red-legged frog, Rana aurora draytonii (T) Fish Critical habitat, winter-run chinook salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (E) winter-run chinook salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (E) delta smelt, Hypomesus transpacificus (T) Central Valley steelhead, Oncorhynchus mykiss (T) Central Valley spring-run chinook salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (T) Sacramento splittail, Pogonichthys macrolepidotus (T) Invertebrates vernal pool tadpole shrimp, Lepidurus packardi (E) Shasta crayfish, Pacifastacus fortis (E) vernal pool fairy shrimp, Branchinecta lynchi (T) valley elderberry longhorn beetle, Desmocerus californicus dimorphus (T) Plants Greene's tuctoria, Tuctoria greenei (E) slender Orcutt grass, Orcuttia tenuis (T) Proposed Species Fish Critical Habitat, Central Valley spring-run chinook, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (PX) Candidate Species Fish McCloud River redband trout, Oncorhynchus (=Salmo) mykiss ssp. (C) Klamath Mts. Province steelhead, Oncorhynchus mykiss (C) Central Valley fall/late fall-run chinook salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha (C) Species of Concern Mammals California wolverine, Gulo gulo luteus (CA) • Reference File No. 00-SP-2414 Page 2 pygmy rabbit, Brachylagus idahoensis (SC) pale Townsend's big-eared bat, Corynorhinus (=Plecotus) townsendii pallescens (SC) Pacific western big-eared bat, Corynorhinus (=Plecotus) townsendii townsendii (SC) spotted bat, Euderma maculaturn (SC) Sierra Nevada snowshoe hare, Lepus americanus tahoensis (SC) American (=pine) marten, Martes americana (SC) Pacific fisher, Martes pennant'pacifica (SC) small-footed myotis bat, Myotis ciliolabrum (SC) long-eared myotis bat, Myotis evotis (SC) fringed myotis bat, Myotis thysanodes (SC) long-legged myotis bat, Myotis volans (SC) Yuma myotis bat, Myotis yumanensis (SC) San Joaquin pocket mouse, Perognathus inornatus (SC) Birds little willow flycatcher, Empidonax traillii brewsteri (CA) greater sandhill crane, Grus canadensis tabida (CA) bank swallow, Riparia riparia (CA) American peregrine falcon, Falco peregrinus anatum (D) Black-Crowned Night Heron, Nycticorax nycticorax (MB) northern goshawk, Accipitergentilis (SC) tricolored blackbird, Agelaius tricolor (SC) grasshopper sparrow, Ammodramus savannarum (SC) Bell's sage sparrow, Amphispiza belli belli (SC) short-eared owl, Asio flammeus (SC) western burrowing owl, Athene cunicularia hypugea (SC) American bittern, Botaurus lentiginosus (SC) ferruginous hawk, Buteo regalis (SC) Lawrence's goldfinch, Carduelis lawrencei (SC) Vaux's swift, Chaetura vauxi (SC) black tern, Chlidonias niger (SC) lark sparrow, Chondestes grammacus (SC) olive-sided flycatcher, Contopus cooperi (SC) black swift, Cypseloides niger (SC) hermit warbler, Dendroica occidentalis (SC) common loon, Gavia immer (SC) loggerhead shrike, Lanius ludovicianus (SC) Lewis'woodpecker, Melanerpes lewis (SC) long-billed curlew, Numenius americanus (SC) white-faced ibis, Plegadis chihi (SC) rufous hummingbird, Selasphorus rufus (SC) Reference File No. 00-SP-2414 Page 3 red-breasted sapsucker, Sphyrapicus ruber (SC) Brewer's sparrow, Spizella breweri (SC) California spotted owl, Strix occidentalis occidentalis (SC) Bewick's wren, Thryomanes bewickii (SC) Reptiles northwestern pond turtle, Clemmys marmorata marmorata (SC) California horned lizard, Phrynosoma coronatum frontale (SC) Amphibians Shasta salamander, Hydromantes shastae (CA) tailed frog, Ascaphus truei (SC) foothill yellow-legged frog, Rana boylii (SC) Cascades frog, Rana cascadae (SC) western spadefoot toad, Scaphiopus hammondii (SC) Fish rough sculpin, Cottus asperrimus (CA) green sturgeon, Acipenser medirostris (SC) river lamprey, Lampetra ayresi (SC) Pit roach, Lavinia symmetricus mitrulus (SC) longfin smelt, Spirinchus thaleichthys (SC) Invertebrates Trinity (=California) bristlesnail, Monadenia setosa (CA) Antioch Dunes anthicid beetle, Anthicus antiochensis (SC) Sacramento anthicid beetle, Anthicus sacramento (SC) confusion caddisfly, Cryptochia shasta (SC) King's Creek ecclisomyian caddisfly, Ecclisomyia bilera (SC) California linderiella fairy shrimp, Linderiella occidentalis (SC) Shasta sideband snail, Monadenia troglodytes (SC) Siskiyou ground beetle, Nebria gebleri siskiyouensis (SC) Trinity Alps ground beetle, Nebria sahlbergii triad (SC) King's Creek parapsyche caddisfly, Parapsyche extensa (SC) Castle Crags rhyacophilan caddisfly, Rhyacophila lineata (SC) bilobed rhyacophilan caddisfly, Rhyacophila mosana (SC) Plants Klamath manzanita, Arctostaphylos klamathensis (SC) Suksdorfs milk-vetch, Astragalus pulsiferae var. suksdorfii (SC) long-haired star-tulip, Calochortus longebarbatus var. longebarbatus (SC) Wilkins' harebell, Campanula wilkinsiana (SC) arid northern clarkia, Clarkia borealis ssp. arida (SC) silky cryptantha, Cryptantha crinita (SC) Reference File No. 00-SP-2414 Page 4 clustered lady's-slipper, Cypripedium fasciculatum (SC) Oregon fireweed, Epilobium oreganum (SC) Butte fritillary, Fritillaria eastwoodiae (SC) Howell's lewisia, Lewisia cotyledon var. howellii (SC) Bellinger's meadowfoam, Limnanthes floccosa ssp. bellingeriana (SC) Stebbins' madia, Madia stebbinsii (SC) The Lassics sandwort, Minuartia decumbens (SC) Ahart's whitlow-wort, Paronychia ahartii (SC) thread-leaved penstemon, Penstemon filiformis (SC) Trinity (Scott Mountain) phacelia, Phacelia dalesiana (SC) Devil's Garden pogogyne, Pogogyne floribunda (SC) Howell's alkali grass, Puccinellia howellii (SC) valley sagittaria, Sagittaria sanfordii (SC) Canyon Creek stonecrop, Sedum paradisum (SC) Butte County (western) catchfly, Silene occidentalis ssp. longistipitata (SC) Mt. Lassen smelowskia, Smelowskia ovalis ssp. congesta (SC) Pit River jewelflower, Streptanthus sp. nov. lined. (Shasta Co.) (SC) KEY: (E) Endangered Listed (in the Federal Register) as being in danger of extinction. (T) Threatened Listed as likely to become endangered within the foreseeable future. (P) Proposed Officially proposed (in the Federal Register) for listing as endangered or threatened. (PX) Proposed Proposed as an area essential to the conservation of the species. Critical Habitat (C) Candidate Candidate to become a proposed species. (SC) Species of Other species of concern to the Service. Concern (D) Delisted Delisted. Status to be monitored for 5 years. (CA) State-Listed Listed as threatened or endangered by the State of California. * Extirpated Possibly extirpated from the area. ** Extinct Possibly extinct Critical Habitat Area essential to the conservation of a species. APPENDIX B CNDDB QUERY RESULTS California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA 1 RIPARIA RIPARIA (NESTING) BANK SWALLOW List Status NDDB Element Ranks-------Other Lists Element Code: ABPAU08010 Federal: None Global: G5 CDFG Status: State: Threatened State: S2S3 I � Habitat Associationo General: COLONIAL NESTER; NESTS PRIMARILY IN RIPARIAN AND OTHER LOWLAND HABITATS WEST OF THE DESERT. Micro: REQUIRES VERTICAL BANKS/CLIFFS WITH FINE-TEXTURED/SANDY SOILS NEAR STREAMS, RIVERS, LAKES, OCEAN TO DIG NESTING HOLE. Occurrence No. 63 Map Index:09324 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°32'06" / l22°21'10" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1987-05-29 UTM: Zone-10 N4487130 E554814 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1987-05-29 Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 19 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: increasing Radius: 1/5 mile Elevation: 430 ft Main Source: GARRISON, B. & J. HUMPHREY 1987 (PERS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Girvan Riverbends Location: SACRAMENTO RIVER MILE 291.8, LEFT BANK, ON THE SOUTH END OF REDDING. Comments Distribution: Ecological: COLONY LOCATED IN A NATURAL BANK WITH OPEN GRASSLAND ABOVE. Threat: General: 101 BURROWS OBSERVED IN 1986; IN 1987, COLONY OF APPROXIMATELY 80 BURROWS OBSERVED, WITH LOW (10%) BREEDING OCCUPANCY. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 1 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA ONCORHYNCHUS TSHAWYTSCHA SPRING-RUN SPRING-RUN CHINOOK SALMON List Status NDDB Element Ranks—tither Lists i Element Code: AFCHA0205A Federal: Threatened Global: G5 CDFG Status: State: Threatened State: S1 Habitat Associationo General: ADULT NOS DEPEND ON POOL DEPTH & VOLUME, AMOUNT OF COVER, & PROXIMITY TO GRAVEL. WATER TEMPS >27 C LETHAL TO ADULTS Micro: FEDERAL LISTING REFERS TO POPS SPAWNING IN SACRAMENTO RIVER & TRIBUTARIES. Occurrence No. 8 Map Index:34010 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'04" / 122°24'39" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1995-XX-XX UTM: Zone-10 N4483338 E549921 Range: 05W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1995-XX-XX Precision: SPECIFIC Section: XX Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 404.1 ac Elevation: 465 ft Main Source: HARVEY, C. & F. FISHER 1996 (PERS) Quad Summary: OLINDA (4012244/6298)•, ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D), REDDING (4012254/647C) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: CLEAR CREEK FROM THE CONFLUENCE WITH THE SACRAMENTO RIVER TO SAELTZER DAM, SHASTA COUNTY. Comments Distribution: CLEAR CREEK IS APPROXIMATELY 4 MILES SOUTH OF REDDING ON INTERSTATE 5. Ecological: SURVEYS DONE 1993-1995 OBSERVED 3 SPRING RUN SALMON BELOW SAELTZER DAM BUT NONE SEEN ABOVE THE DAM WHERE THERE IS MARGINAL BUT USEABLE HABITAT. MEAN RUN SIZE FOR THE YEARS 1980-89 WAS "FEW". POTENTIAL FOR STREAM RESTORATION IS "MODERATE". Threat: LIMITED SPAWNING HABITAT, FISH PASSAGE BARRIERS, HYBRIDIZATION, INADEQUATE FLOWS, WARM WATER TEMPS BELOW SAELTZER DAM. General: CLEAR CREEK WAS RESTOCKED WITH FEATHER RIVER SPRING-RUN CHINOOK SALMON IN THE LATE 80'S & EARLY 90'S. THESE FISH RETURNED TOO LATE TO PASS SAELTZER DAM. PLANS AND IMPROVEMENTS IN 97 REPORT. NO LONGER SUPPORTS A SELF-SUSTAINING RUN. Owner/Manager: PVT, BLM Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 2 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA ONCORHYNCHUS TSHAWYTSCHA WINTER RUN CHINOOK SALMON WINTER RUN List Status NDDB Element Ranks—Other Lists Element Code: AFCHA0205B Federal: Endangered Global: G5 CDFG Status: State: Endangered State: S1 Habitat Associationo General: SACRAMENTO RIVER BELOW KESWICK DAM. SPAWNS IN THE SACRAMENTO RIVER BUT NOT IN TRIBUTARY STREAMS. Micro: REQUIRES CLEAN, COLD WATER OVER GRAVEL BEDS WITH WATER TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 6 & 14 C FOR SPAWNING. Occurrence No. 1 Map Index:34014 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°15'55" / 122'13'17" Township: 28N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1995-08-XX UTM: Zone-10 N4457275 E566197 Range: 03W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1995-08-XX Precision: SPECIFIC Section: XX Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Decreasing Area: 5,744.9 ac Elevation: 280 ft Main Source: DEPT. OF FISH & GAME 1990 (LIT) Quad Summary: BEND (4012232/628C)`, VINA (3912281/594A), LOS MOLINOS (4012211/610D), GERBER (4012212/610C), RED BLUFF EAST (4012222/610B), BALLS FERRY (4012242/628B), COTTONWOOD (4012243/629A), ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D), REDDING (4012254/647C) County Summary: SHASTA, TEHAMA SNA Summary: Location: SACRAMENTO RIVER FROM KESWICK DAM TO THE CONFLUENCE WITH DEER CREEK, TEHAMA AND SHASTA COUNTIES. Comments Distribution: WOODSON BRIDGE STATE RECREATION AREA NEAR DEER CREEK CONFLUENCE TO KESWICK DAM, THOUGH THE MAJORITY OF THE SPAWNING IS ABOVE THE RED BLUFF DIVERSION DAM (RBDD) AND BELOW THE ANDERSON COTTONWOOD IRRIGATION DISTRICT (ACID) DAM. Ecological: UPPER SACRAMENTO VALLEY RIVER. Threat: FISH PASSAGE BARRIERS, WATER DIVERSIONS, LOW POPULATION SIZE, WARM WATER TEMPERATURES IN LOW FLOW YEARS. General: EMERGENCY INTERIM RULE ENACTED BY NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE TO PROTECT WINTER RUN IN 1989 DUE TO RETURN OF ONLY 500 FISH. 1995 EST'D RUN OF 1,361 (1295 ADULTS & 66 GRISLE) PASSED RBDD, TOTAL OF 199 REDDS, 187 FOUND ABOVE ACID DAM. Owner/Manager: PVT, BLM, DPR Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 3 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA GREAT VALLEY COTTONWOOD RIPARIAN FOREST - List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists-- Element ists Element Code: CTT61410CA Federal: None Global: G2 State: None State: S2.1 Habitat Association General: None for this Element Micro: None for this Element Occurrence No. 21 Map Index:09288 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°35'21" / 122°22'21" Township: 32N Occ Rank: Fair Element: 1987-XX-XX UTM: Zone-SO N4493143 E553112 Range: 05W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1987-XX-XX Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 36 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 93.3 ac Elevation: 480 ft Main Source: HOLLAND, R. 1985 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/6470)*, REDDING (4012254/647C) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: UPSTREAM OF HWY 44-299 BRIDGE OVER SACRAMENTO RIVER, ON WEST(S) BANK, REDDING. —Comments Distribution: SINGLE STAND OCCUPYING INSIDE ELBOW OF TIGHT BEND IN RIVER Ecological: TREE COVER (ABSOLUTE): 20%; POPULUS FREMONTII & SALIX GOODDINGII. SHRUBS: 60%; RUBUS URSINUS, S. HINDISIANA, S. LASIOLEPIS. LIANAS: 10% VITIS CALIFORNICA, TOXIDENDRON, PIPE VINE. GOOD REPRODUCTION OF DOM TAXA. PARTS ARE REVEGING GRAVEL PITS Threat: USED AS LOCAL PARK IN URBAN AREA; GRAVEL PITS NEARBY. General: GRAPHIC UPDATED PER MCCARTEN (1987). SITE QUALITY DOWNGRADED FROM GOOD TO FAIR. THIS WAS OCC #021 OF CTT61410CA. Owner/Manager: CITY OF REDDING? Occurrence No. 22 Map Index:09311 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°31'51" / 122°21'21" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1985-08-02 UTM: Zone-10 N4486657 E554565 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1985-08-02 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 19 Qtr E Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 84.2 ac Elevation: 450 ft Main Source: HOLLAND, R. 1985 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Girvan Riverbends Location: E OF SACRAMENTO RIV BETW RANCH & SMITH RDS & ON ISLANDS DUE E OF LIVE OAK SCHOOL. Comments Distribution: ADJACENT TO VALLEY OAK GRAZED SAVANNA. Ecological: OPEN ACTIVE ZONE YOUNG COTTONWOOD FOREST. TREE COVER ABOUT 15-20%, POPULUS FREMONTII, SALIX GOODDINGII: SHRUB COVER 15-25%, MOSTLY S. HINDSIANA. AON RIVERWASH W/LOTS OF EXPOSED COBBLE. Threat: CATTLE ON MAINLAND PART. General: THIS WAS OCC #022 OF CTT61410CA. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 4 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA t � GREAT VALLEY VALLEY OAK RIPARIAN FOREST List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: CTT61430CA Federal: None Global: G1 State: None State: S1.1 1 � - Habitat Association General: None for this Element Micro: None for this Element Occurrence No. 17 Map Index:09330 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°29'59" / 122°20'42" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Excellent Element: 1994-04-05 UTM: Zone-10 N4483233 E555506 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1994-04-05 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 32 Qtr NW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 104.4 ac Elevation: 420 ft Main Source: HOLLAND, R. 1985 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D)', COTTONWOOD (4012243/629A) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Mouth of Clear Creek Location: EAST BANK OF SACRAMENTO RIVER, W OF PACHECO SCHOOL, BETWEEN ANDERSON & ENTERPRISE. Comments Distribution: ADJ TO ACTIVE WILLOW ZONE, 1985. SINGLE PATCH OF VALLEY OAK RIPARIAN. Ecological: OPEN TO DENSE VALLEY OAK WOODLAND W/OCCASIONAL PINUS SABINANA OVERTOPPING CANOPY. JUGLANS, FRAXINUS, VITIS ALSO PRESENT. FAIR REPRODUCTION. ON REIFF FINE SANDY LOAM. Threat: ADJ TO GRAVEL PITS. CATTLE USE LIGHT. SOME OHV USE. General: FAIR CONDITION, 1985. SITE QUALITY UPDATED TO EXCELLENT PER MCCARTEN (1987) GRAZING NOW EXCLUDED BY BLM (PROPOSED ACEC). 4 CNPS VEG TRANSECTS DONE APRIL 1994. THIS WAS OCC #017 OF CTT63410CA. Owner/Manager: BLM Occurrence No. 28 Map Index:09315 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°31'30" / 122°21'20" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Poor Element: 1985-08-02 UTM: Zone-10 N4486014 E554595 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1985-08-02 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 19 Qtr SE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Decreasing Area: 110.2 ac Elevation: 430 ft Main Source: HOLLAND, R. 1985 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Girvan Riverbends Location: EAST SIDE OF SACRAMENTO RIVER UPSTREAM OF SMITH RD, S OF ENTERPRISE. - Comments Distribution: Ecological: OPEN VALLEY OAK SAVANNA MAINTAINED BY CATTLE GRAZING. VERY OPEN UNDERSTORY, BUT SOME YOUNG OAK TREES ARE SURVIVING. SOME PINUS SABINIANA, RHAMNUS CALIFORMICA. Threat: CATTLE GRAZING IN AREA, PARTS HAVE BEEN CONVERTED BY AG. General: POOR CONDITION, 1985. THIS WAS OCC #028 OF CTT61430CA. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 33 Map Index:25238 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°33'57" / 122°22'22" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Fair Element: 1987-XX-XX UTM: Zone-10 N4490536 E553104 Range: 05W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1987-XX-XX Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 01 Qtr SE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 31.4 ac Elevation: 460 ft Main Source: MCCARTEN, N. 1987 (LIT) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: REDDING. ON EAST SIDE OF SACRAMENTO RIVER, WEST OF INTERSTATE 5. 1 1/4 MI DUE N OF RIVERVIEW COUNTRY CLUB. - Comments Distribution: SINGLE SMALL STAND. Ecological: FOREST DOMINATED BY QUERCUS LOBATA. OTHER SPECIES MIGHT INCLUDE FRAXINUS LATIFOLIA, JUGLANS HINDSII, PLATANUS RACEMOSA. Threat: THIS SITE IS LARGELY SURROUNDED BY DEVELOPMENT. General: THIS WAS OCC #033 OF CTT61430CA. Owner/Manager: UNKNOWN Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 5 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA 1 � GREAT VALLEY WILLOW SCRUB List Status NDDB Element Ranks—Other Lists Element Code: CTT63410CA Federal: None Global: G3 State: None State: S3.2 I 1 Habitat Associations General: None for this Element Micro: None for this Element Occurrence No. 9 Map Index:09301 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'46" / 122°21'43" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1985-08-02 UTM: Zone-10 N4484669 E554063 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1985-08-02 Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: XX Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 1/5 mile Elevation: 420 ft Main Source: HOLLAND, R. 1985 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Girvan Riverbends Location: ISLANDS IN SACRAMENTO RIVER JUST UPSTREAM OF CONFLUENCE W/OLNEY CREEK, BETWEEN ANDERSON & ENTERPRISE. Comments Distribution: Ecological: OPEN ACTIVE ZONE WILLOW SCRUB OF SALIX HINDSIANA AND S. GOODDINGII W/CHENOPODIUM AMBROSIODES, ON RIVERWASH. SCRUB MAINTAINED BY ANNUAL FLOODING, YOUNG POPULUS FREMONTII SET BACK BY FLOODING. Threat: General: THIS WAS OCC #009 OF CTT63410CA. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 6 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA BRANCHINECTA LYNCHI VERNAL POOL FAIRY SHRIMP List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: ICBRA03030 Federal: Threatened Global: G2G3 CDFG Status: State: None State: S2S3 I I Habitat Associationo General: ENDEMIC TO THE GRASSLANDS OF THE CENTRAL VALLEY, CENTRAL COAST MTNS, AND SOUTH COAST MTNS, IN ASTATIC RAIN-FILLED POOLS. Micro: INHABIT SMALL, CLEAR-WATER SANDSTONE-DEPRESSION POOLS AND GRASSED SWALE, EARTH SLUMP, OR BASALT-FLOW DEPRESSION POOLS. Occurrence No. 136 Map Index:34809 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'22" / 122°15'29" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1996-02-27 UTM: Zone-10 N4483980 E562853 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1996-02-27 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: XX Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 1,568.3 ac Elevation: 450 ft Main Source: STACEY, S. 1996 (LIT) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D)•, BALLS FERRY (4012242/628B), COTTONWOOD (4012243/629A), PALO CEDRO (4012252/646C) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: SOUTHEAST OF REDDING, APPROX. 1.5 KM EAST OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Comments Distribution: SITE IS PROPOSED VERNAL POOL ECOSYSTEM PRESERVATION BANK, STILLWATER PLAINS; TOTAL OF 53 POOLS/SWALES WERE SURVEYED FROM 4 JANUARY TO 27 FEBRUARY 1996. Ecological: VERNAL POOL/SWALES & EMERGENT WETLAND W/IN NON-NATIVE GRASSLAND & OAK SAVANNAH; DOMINANT PLANTS: PLAGIOBOTHRYS STIPITATUS, CALLITRICHE LONGIPEDUNCULATA, ERYNGIUM VASYEI, NAVARRETIA LEUCOCEPHALA, ALOPECURUS SACCATUS & GRATIOLA EBRACTEATA. Threat: General: VERNAL POOL FAIRY SHRIMP OBSERVED IN 9 POOLS (5 POOLS SHARED WITH LEPIDURUS PACKARDI); L. PACKARDI AND LINDERIELLA OCCIDENTALIS PRESENT; ORCUTTIA TENUIS ALSO PRESENT. Owner/Manager: PVT-HAWES Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 7 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA I � LINDERIELLA OCCIDENTALIS CALIFORNIA LINDERIELLA List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: ICBRA06010 Federal: None Global: G2G3 CDFG Status: State: None State: S2S3 I I Habitat Association° General: SEASONAL POOLS IN UNPLOWED GRASSLANDS WITH OLD ALLUVIAL SOILS UNDERLAIN BY HARDPAN OR IN SANDSTONE DEPRESSIONS. Micro: WATER IN THE POOLS HAS VERY LOW ALKALINITY, CONDUCTIVITY, AND TDS. Occurrence No. 134 Map Index:34804 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'40" / 122°18'14" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1996-03-12 UTM: Zone-10 N4484523 E558982 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1996-03-12 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 27 Qtr SE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 7.7 ac Elevation: 500 ft Main Source: NORTH STATE RESOURCES INC. 1996 (PERS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: APPROX. 0.5 KM WEST OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT; 0.2 KM WEST OF AIRPORT ROAD. Comments Distribution: LARGE VERNAL POOL (APPROX. 6.7 ACRES); WATER DEPTH, WHEN FULL, RANGES FROM A FEW INCHES AT POOL MARGINS TO 3 FEET AT DEEPER PORTIONS; VEGETATION DENSITY VARIES FROM SPARSE TO VERY DENSE. Ecological: VERNAL POOL WITHIN GRAY PINE/BLUE OAK WOODLAND HABITAT WITH SCATTERED GRASSLANDS & INTERMITTANT CREEK. Threat: POSSIBLE THREAT: RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT. General: LINDERIELLA OCCIDENTALIS OBSERVED DURING SURVEY; LEPIDURUS PACKARDI ALSO PRESENT. Owner/Manager: CITY OF REDDING, PVT Occurrence No. 138 Map Index:34809 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'22" / 122°15'29" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1996-02-27 UTM: Zone-10 N4483980 E562853 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1996-02-27 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: XX Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 1,568.3 ac Elevation: 450 ft Main Source: STACEY, S. 1996 (LIT) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D)•, BALLS FERRY (4012242/628B), COTTONWOOD (4012243/629A), PALO CEDRO (4012252/6460) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: SOUTHEAST OF REDDING; APPROX. 1.5 KM EAST OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. —Comments Distribution: PROPOSED VERNAL POOL ECOSYSTEM PRESERVATION BANK, STILLWATER PLAINS; TOTAL OF 53 POOLS/SWALES WERE SURVEYED FROM 4 JANUARY TO 27 FEBRUARY 1996. Ecological: VERNAL POOL/SWALES & EMERGENT WETLANDS W/IN NON-NATIVE GRASSLAND & OAK SAVANNAH; DOMINANT PLANTS: PLAGIOBOTHRYS STIPITATUS, CALLITRICHE LONGIPEDUNCULATA, ERYNGIUM VASEYI, NAVARRETIA LEUCOCEPHALA, ALOPECURUS SACCATUS & GRATIOLA EBRACTEATA. Threat: General: LINDERIELLA WERE OBSERVED IN 15 POOLS; LEPIDURUS PACKARDI AND BRANCHINECTA LYNCHI ALSO PRESENT; ORCUTTIA TENUIS, FEDERAL AND STATE LISTED, ALSO PRESENT AT BANK SITE. Owner/Manager: PVT-HAWES Occurrence No. 180 Map Index:42554 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'06" / 122°18'30" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1998-12-XX UTM: Zone-10 N4483476 E558604 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1998-12-XX Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 34 Qtr NW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 158.7 ac Elevation: 480 ft Main Source: HELM, B. 1998 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE )4012253/647D)•, COTTONWOOD (4012243/629A) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: VICINITY OF CLOVER CREEK, SW OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, SE OF REDDING. —Comments Distribution: Ecological: HABITAT CONSISTS OF BOTH MAN-MADE AND NATURAL VERNAL POOLS. Threat: General: OBSERVED DURING WET-SEASON SAMPLING OF VERNAL POOLS ON 2, 17, AND 29 DEC 1998. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 8 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA LEPIDURUS PACKARDI VERNAL POOL TADPOLE SHRIMP List Status NDDB Element Ranks—Other Lists Element Code: ICBRA10010 Federal: Endangered Global: G2G3 CDFG Status: State: None State: S2S3 •Habitat Association General: INHABITS VERNAL POOLS AND SWALES IN THE SACRAMENTO VALLEY CONTAINING CLEAR TO HIGHLY TURBID WATER. Micro: POOLS COMMONLY FOUND IN GRASS BOTTOMED SWALES OF UNPLOWED GRASSLANDS. SOME POOLS ARE MUD-BOTTOMED & HIGHLY TURBID. Occurrence No. 72 Map Index:34804 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'40" / 122°18'14" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1996-03-12 UTM: Zone-10 N4484523 E558982 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1996-03-12 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 27 Qtr SE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 7.7 ac Elevation: 500 ft Main Source: LINDSTAND, L. III 1996 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: APPROX. 0.5 KM WEST OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT; 0.2 KM WEST OF AIRPORT ROAD. Comments Distribution: LARGE VERNAL POOL (APPROX. 6.7 ACRES); WATER DEPTH, WHEN FULL, RANGES FROM A FEW INCHES AT MARGINS TO 3 FEET AT DEEPER PORITONS; VEGETATION DENSITY VARIES FROM SPARSE TO VERY DENSE. Ecological: VERNAL POOL WITHIN GRAY PINE/BLUE OAK WOODLAND HABITAT WITH SCATTERED GRASSLANDS & INTERMITTANT CREEK; PLANT SPECIES: PLAGIOBOTHRYS SPP., MARSIELLA VESTITA, ERYNGIUM SP., RUMEX SPP., JUNCOS SPP., ELEOCHARIS SPP. & POTAMOGETON SPP. Threat: POSSIBLE THREAT: RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT. General: ESTIMATED POPULATION IN THE LOW HUNDREDS; 6 VOUCHER SPECIMENS COLLECTED AND DEPOSITED TO CAS; LINDERIELLA OCCIDENTALIS ALSO PRESENT. Owner/Manager: CITY OF REDDING, PVT Occurrence No. 75 Map Index:34809 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'22" / 122°15'29" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1996-02-27 UTM: Zone-10 N4483980 E562853 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1996-02-27 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: XX Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 1,568.3 ac Elevation: 450 ft Main Source: STACEY, S. 1996 (LIT) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D)", BALLS FERRY (4012242/628B), COTTONWOOD (4012243/629A), PALO CEDRO (4012252/646C) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: SOUTHEAST OF REDOING; APPROX. 1.5 KM EAST OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Comments Distribution: PROPOSED VERNAL ECOSYSTEM PRESERVATION BANK, STILLWATER PLAINS; A TOTAL OF 53 POOLS WERE SURVEYED FROM 4 JANUARY TO 27 FEBRUARY 1996. Ecological: VERNAL POOL/SWALES & EMERGENT WETLANDS W/IN NON-NATIVE GRASSLAND AND OAK SAVANNAH; DOMINANT PLANTS: PLAGIOBOTHRYS STIPITATUS, CALLITRICHE LONGIPEDUNCULATA, ERYGIUM VASEYI, NAVARRETIA LEUCOCEPHALA, ALOPECURUS SACCATUS & GRATIOLA EBRACTEATA. Threat: General: TADPOLE SHRIMP OBSERVED IN 21 POOLS (SHARED 5 POOLS WITH BRANCHINECTA LYNCHI); B. LYNCHI AND LINDERIELLA OCCIDENTALIS PRESENT; ORCUTTIA TENUIS PRESENT. Owner/Manager: PVT-HAWES Occurrence No. 96 Map Index:33689 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°33'24" / 122°20'34" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1993-03-10 UTM: Zone-10 N4489555 E555645 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1993-03-10 Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 08 Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 3/5 mile Elevation: 500 ft Main Source: SUGNET & ASSOC. 1993 (PERS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: SOUTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF CHURN CREEK ROAD AND HARTNELL AVE. ABOUT 4 MILES NORTHWEST OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT Comments Distribution: VERNAL POOLS LOCATED SOMEWHERE IN SECTION 8. Ecological: NATURAL VERNAL POOLS. MUCH OF SECTION 8 IS DEVELOPED. Threat: General: LEPIDURUS PACKARDI OBSERVED IN 1 OF 3 FEATURES INSPECTED. SUGNET RECORD #197. NO B. LYNCHI WERE OBSERVED. Owner/Manager: UNKNOWN Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 9 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA DESMOCERUS CALIFORNICUS DIMORPHUS VALLEY ELDERBERRY LONGHORN BEETLE List Status NDDB Element Ranks—Other Lists Element Code: IICOL48011 Federal: Threatened Global: G3T2 CDFG Status: State: None State: S2 l � Habitat Association General: OCCURS ONLY IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY OF CALIFORNIA, IN ASSOCIATION WITH BLUE ELDERBERRY (SAMBUCUS MEXICANA). Micro: PREFERS TO LAY EGGS IN ELDERBERRRIES 2-8 INCHES IN DIAMETER; SOME PREFERENCE SHOWN FOR "STRESSED" ELDERBERRIES. Occurrence No. 118 Map Index:33046 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°35'06" / 122°21'53" Township: 32N Occ Rank: Fair Element: 1991-05-07 UTM: Zone-10 N4492673 E553762 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1991-05-07 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 31 Qtr SW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 490 ft Main Source: BARR, C. 1991 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: TURTLE BAY EAST FISHING ACCESS, SACRAMENTO RIVER (RM 296E), REDDING. Comments Distribution: LOCATED AT A PUBLIC FISHING ACCESS/UNDEVELOPED PUBLIC PARK; SINCE THERE ARE NO DESIGNATED ROADWAYS, VEHICLES HAVE DRIVEN ALL OVER THE AREA. Ecological: HABITAT CONSISTS OF SEVERELY DISTURBED RIVERINE HABITAT; 5 ELDERBERRY (SAMBUCUS MEXICANA) CLUMPS PRESENT. Threat: THREATENED BY HUMAN RECREATION AND ORV ACTIVITY. General: ONE LARGE ELDERBERRY CLUMP FOUND WITH A COUPLE OF POSSIBLY-RECENT EXIT HOLES; 4 ELDERBERRY CLUMPS WITHOUT EXIT HOLES. REPORT ON: TAXONOMY; DISTRIBUTION; LIFE HISTORY; HABITAT; FIELD TECHNIQUES & OBSERVATIONS; BEETLE RECOVERY. Owner/Manager: CITY OF REDDING Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 10 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA I I CRYPTANTHA CRINITA SILKY CRYPTANTHA List Status NDDB Element Ranks—Other Lists Element Code: PDBOROA000 Federal: Species of Concern Global: 01 CNPS List: 1B State: None State: S1.2 R-E-D Code: 3-2-3 I I Habitat Association General: CISMONTANE WOODLAND, VALLEY FOOTHILL GRASSLAND, LOWER MONTANE CONIFEROUS FOREST, RIPARIAN FOREST, RIPARIAN WOODLAND. Micro: IN GRAVELLY STREAM BEDS. 85-220M. Occurrence No. 1 Map Index:09452 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°34'03" / 122°17'24" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: XXXX-XX-XX UTM: Zone-10 N4490778 E560102 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: XXXX-XX-XX Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 02 Qtr SW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 1/5 mile Elevation: 510 ft Main Source: JOKERST, J. ND (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: WEST BANK OF STILLWATER CREEK, APPROX. 1/3 MILE NORTH OF OLD 44 ROAD. - Comments Distribution: Ecological: ON GRAVEL BAR. OPEN FLATS WITH SOME SALIX, BACCHARIS VIMINEA, AND ALNUS. ASSOCIATED WITH CRYPTANTHA FLACCIDA, BRICKELLIA CALIFORNICA AND PHACELIA HETEROPHYLLA. Threat: THREATENED BY GRAVEL REMOVAL OPERATION. General: MORE THAN 50 PLANTS SEEN BY JOKERST (YEAR UNKNOWN). Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 2 Map Index:09443 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°35'33" / 122°17'39" Township: 32N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1937-05-19 UTM: Zone-10 N4493550 E559727 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1937-05-19 Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 35 Qtr NW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 1/5 mile Elevation: 550 ft Main Source: HOOVER, R. #2280 UC CAS (HERB) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: SALMON CREEK BRIDGE, (EAST OF) REDDING ON OLD ALTURAS RD. - Comments Distribution: Ecological: Threat: General: Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 3 Map Index:09501 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°37'19" / 122°15'30" Township: 32N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1968-05-28 UTM: Zone-10 N4496843 E562732 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1968-05-28 Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 24 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 1/5 mile Elevation: 640 ft Main Source: HOOVER, R. #11121 UC OBI RSA CAS (HERB) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: CLOUGH CREEK AT OLD ALTURAS ROAD. - Comments Distribution: Ecological: Threat: General: NONE. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 11 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA CRYPTANTHA CRINITA (cont.) SILKY CRYPTANTHA List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: PDBOROA000 Federal: Species of Concern Global: G1 CNPS List: 1B State: None State: S1.2 R-E-D Code: 3-2-3 1 � Occurrence No. 9 Map Index:09429 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°34'46" / 122°17'50" Township: 32N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: XXXX-XX-XX UTM: Zone-10 N4492099 E559480 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: XXXX-XX-XX Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 34 Qtr SE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 1 mile Elevation: Main Source: PROUTY, J. 1982 (PERS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: STILLWATER CREEK APPROX 3/4 MI S OF LOOMIS CORNERS. Comments Distribution: Ecological: Threat: General: CNPS MAP AND COORDINATE LISTING ARE ONLY SOURCES FOR THIS LOCATION. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 12 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA ELEOCNARIS QUADRANGULATA FOUR-ANGLED SPIKERUSH -List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: PMCYP091J0 Federal: None Global: G4 CNPS List: 2 State: None State: S1S2 R-E-D Code: 3-2-1 Habitat Associationo General: MARSHES AND SWAMPS. Micro: FRESHWATER MARSHES, LAKE AND POND MARGINS. 20-500M. Occurrence No. 10 Map Index:27959 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°31'22" / 122°15'48" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1994-06-22 UTM: Zone-10 N4485830 E562401 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1994-06-22 Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 24 Qtr SE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 1/5 mile Elevation: 600 ft Main Source: DAVIS, K. 1994 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: STILLWATER PLAINS, ABOUT 2.5 MILES SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 44 AND 2 MILES EAST OF AIRPORT ROAD, NORTHEAST OF REDDING AIRPORT. —Comments Distribution: MAPPED AT T31N RO4W SW 1/4 OF SE 1/4 OF SECTION 24. Ecological: POND MARGIN WITH SCIRPUS ACUTUS VAR OCCIDENTALIS AND ELEOCHARIS SP. Threat: WASTEWATER TREATMENT SITE. General: 250 PLANTS OBSERVED IN 1994. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 13 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA 1 I JUNCUS LEIOSPERMUS VAR LEIOSPERMUS RED BLUFF DWARF RUSH List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: PMJUN011L2 Federal: None Global: G2T2 CNPS List: 1B State: None State: S2.2 R-E-D Code: 3-2-3 Habitat Associationo General: CHAPARRAL, VALLEY AND FOOTHILL GRASSLAND, CISMONTANE WOODLANDS, VERNAL POOLS. Micro: VERANLLY MESIC SITES. SOMETIMES ON EDGES OF VERNAL POOLS. 30-1020M. Occurrence No. 2 Map Index:25304 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°34'28" / 122°19'17" Township: 31N 0cc Rank: Good Element: 1991-05-03 UTM: Zone-10 N4491515 E557437 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1991-05-03 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 04 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 5.3 ac Elevation: 580 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1991 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: NORTH SIDE OF HIGHWAY 44 JUST WEST OF LANDING STRIP, ABOUT 4 MILES EAST OF REDDING. Comments Distribution: TWO COLONIES AT THIS SITE; 50 FEET SOUTH OF THE JUNCTION OF TARMAC ROAD AND SHASTA VIEW DRIVE, THE SECOND IS JUST NORTH OF THE JUNCTION. Ecological: VERNAL SWALE AND DEPRESSIONS INCLUDING ONE CREATED BY BULLDOZER TRACKS. ASSOCIATED WITH J. BUFONIUS, J. CAPITATUS, J. PHAEOCEPHALIS, TRITELEIA HYACINTHINA, LOLIUM MULTIFLORUM, ERYNGIUM VASEYI, NAVARRETIA LEUCOCEPHALA, LYTHRUM HYSSOPIFOLIA. Threat: ROAD CONSTRUCTION, URBANIZATION, AND ORVS ARE THREATS. General: 50 PLANTS OBSERVED IN THE SOUTHERN COLONY IN 1991. NORTHERN COLONY IS PROPOSED FOR COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT. HISTORICAL COLLECTION BY HOOVER IN 1937 (#2270 UC) "4 MI E OF REDDING" INCLUDED AS PART OF THIS SITE'S COLLECTION HISTORY. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 20 Map Index:25300 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°34'33" / 122°21'14" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Poor Element: 1993-05-07 UTM: Zone-10 N4491663 E554685 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1993-05-07 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 06 Qtr NE Presence: Possibly Extirpated Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Decreasing Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 570 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1993 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: EAST OF I-5 AND BETWEEN HIGHWAY 44 AND EAST CYPRESS AVE, REDDING. Comments Distribution: JUST NORTHEAST OF THE LARKSPUR LANE/INDUSTRIAL STREET INTERSECTION. Ecological: IN A SHALLOW, DISTURBED VERNAL POOL SURROUNDED BY OPEN BLUE OAK WOODLAND/ANNUAL GRASSLAND. ASSOCIATED WITH J. CAPITATUS, PLANTAGO, TRITELEIA HYACINTHINA, MIMULUS TRICOLOR, PSILOCARPHUS BREVISSIMUS, CRASSULA TILEA, C. AQUATICA, DESCHAMPSIA. Threat: COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT. SITE WAS GRADED IN THE SUMMER OF 1993-DOUBTFUL THAT JUNCUS IS STILL PRESENT. General: 200 PLANTS OBSERVED IN 1993 BY BURK. A DEGRADED POOL WHICH IS LIKELY TO HAVE BEEN OBLITERATED BY GRADING ACTIVITIES. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 21 Map Index:25301 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°34'09" / 122°18'46" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1992-05-07 UTM: Zone-10 N4490944 E558166 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1992-05-07 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 03 Qtr SW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 570 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1992 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: 2.7 MILES SOUTHEAST OF I-5 ALONG THE NORTH SIDE OF HWY 44 AND 0.9 MILE NORTHWEST OF AIRPORT ROAD, EAST OF ENTERPRISE. —Comments Distribution: 200-250 FEET EAST OF ABERNATHY LANE SOUTH OF IT'S JUNCTION WITH TARMAC ROAD. SITE IS IMMEDIATELY SE OF THE SE CORNER OF THE FENCED "BELLA VISTA WATER DISTRICT WELL 4" SITE. Ecological: SOUTH MARGIN OF VERNAL POOL SURROUNDED BY BLUE OAK WOODLAND. ASSOCIATED WITH J. CAPITATUS, J. BUFONIUS, TRITELEIA HYACINTHINA, PSILOCARPHUS BREVISSIMUS, NAVARRETIA LEUCOCEPHALA, DOWNINGIA BICORNUTA. SOILS ARE RED BLUFF LOAM, 0-3% SLOPE. Threat: MUCH ORV USE IN AREA, ADJACENT TO WELL AND HEAVY COMMERCIAL USE. General: THOUSANDS OF PLANTS OBSERVED IN 1992 BY BURK. SIZE OF OCCURRENCE IN APPROX. 40' X 40'. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 14 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA JUNCUS LEIOSPERMUS VAR LEIOSPERMUS (cont.) RED BLUFF DWARF RUSH List Status NDDB Element Ranks—Other Lists Element Code: PMJUNO11L2 Federal: None Global: G2T2 CNPS List: 1B State: None State: S2.2 R-E-D Code: 3-2-3 Occurrence No. 22 Map Index:25302 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°33'43" / 122°18'41" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Excellent Element: 1995-08-29 UTM: Zone-10 N4490144 E558308 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1995-08-29 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 10 Qtr NW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 570 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1992 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/6470) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: 0.7 AIR MILE WEST OF AIRPORT ROAD AT HIGHWAY 44, SOUTH OF HIGHWAY AND EAST OF ENTERPRISE. Comments Distribution: SOUTH OF HARTNELL AVENUE 0.2 MILES WEST OF ARGYLE ROAD. Ecological: ALONG THE DRYING WESTERN MARGIN OF VERNAL POOL. ASSOCIATED WITH PSILOCARPHUS BREVISSIMUS, TRITELEIA HYACINTHINA, NAVARRETIA LEUCOCEPHALA, DESCHAMPSIA DANTHONIOIDES, ERYNGIUM VASEYI, ALOPECURUS HOWELLII, PLAGIOBOTHRYS STIPITATUS, ETC. Threat: TRASH DUMPING AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENT. General: ORCUTTIA TENUIS AND AGROSTIS HENDERSONII WERE OBSERVED ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE POOL IN 1995. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 23 Map Index:25303 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°34'40" / 122°15'42" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1995-04-28 UTM: Zone-10 N4491934 E562484 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1995-04-28 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 01 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 5.0 ac Elevation: 620 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1991 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/6470) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: 1.1 MILES NORTH OF HIGHWAY 44 AND 1.1-1.3 MILES EAST OF CLOUGH CREEK, EAST OF ENTERPRISE. —Comments Distribution: IN SWALE 200 FEET EAST AND 700 FEET WEST OF THE NORTH END OF LOGAN ROAD. IMMEDIATELY NORTH OF A FENCED HORSE PASTURE/CORRAL. Ecological: SPARSELY VEGETATED, SOUTH DRAINING, VERNALLY MOIST SWALE. ASSOCIATED WITH ERYNGIUM VASEYI, PSILOCARPHUS BREVISSIMUS, J. BUFONIUS, J. CAPITATUS, DESCHAMPSIA DANTHONIOIDES, AND BRIZA MINOR. SOILS MAPPED WITHIN THE RED BLUFF AND MODA SERIES. Threat: SITE MAY BE USED AS PASTURE; DEVELOPMENT AND WATER LINE PROPOSED. SITE WAS RECENTLY MOWED IN 1995. General: 250 PLANTS ESTIMATED ON W SIDE OF LOGAN ROAD IN 1995. UNKNOWN HOW MANY SEEN EAST OF ROAD IN 1991. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 24 Map Index:25299 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'46" / 122°18'23" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1993-05-12 UTM: Zone-10 N4484686 E558753 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1993-05-12 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 27 Qtr NW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 490 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1993 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: BETWEEN AIRPORT ROAD AND CHURN CREEK ABOUT 1 AIR MILE NORTHWEST OF THE TOWER AT REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Comments Distribution: IN SWALE LOCATED ON BOTH SIDES OF DEVORE ROAD ABOUT HALF-WAY BETWEEN CLOVER CREEK AND KISLING ROAD. Ecological: ALONG VERNAL SWALE SURROUNDED BY QUERCUS DOUGLASII/Q. WISLIZENII WOODLAND. WITH J. CAPITATUS, NAVARRETIA LEUCOCEPHALA, GRATIOLA EBRACTEATA, DESCHAMPSIA DANTHONIOIDES, CUSCUTA HOWELLIANA, BRIZA, ISOETES, TRITELEIA, & DOWNINGIA SPP. Threat: PORTION SOUTH OF THE ROAD IS SCHEDULED TO BE FILLED AS PART OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN DEVELOPER, DFG, AND ARMY CORPS. General: 250 PLANTS OBSERVED IN SOUTHERN PORTION OF OCCURRENCE IN 1993 BY BURK. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 15 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA JUNCUS LEIOSPERMUS VAR LEIOSPERMUS (cont.) RED BLUFF DWARF RUSH List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: PMJUN011L2 Federal: None Global: G2T2 CNPS List: 1B State: None State: S2.2 R-E-D Code: 3-2-3 Occurrence No. 25 Map Index:25298 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'03" / 122°18'11" Township: 31N 0cc Rank: Good Element: 1993-05-12 UTM: Zone-10 N4483378 E559046 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1993-05-12 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 34 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 480 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1993 (OHS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: BETWEEN AIRPORT ROAD AND THE AIRPORT BOUNDARY, 0.7 AIR MILE WSW OF THE TOWER AT REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. —Comments Distribution: IN POOL LOCATED 400' WEST OF AIRPORT ROAD AND 110' NORTH OF FENCE ALONG PG&E PARCEL. Ecological: IN SMALL OPENING WITHIN A LARGE, DENSELY VEGETATED VERNAL POOL. SURROUNDING COMMUNITY IS A NON-NATIVE GRASSLAND. JUNCUS IS ON A SLIGHT KNOLL WITH DRIER SOIL. WITH ELEOCHARIS, ERYNGIUM, DOWNINGIA, CRASSULA, POGOGYNE, GRATIOLA, ET AL. Threat: NUMEROUS TIRE TRACKS IN POOL, OVERHEAD POWERLINE IS PROPOSED ADJACENT TO POOL. General: 1 PLANT OBSERVED IN 1993 BY BURK. ALTHOUGH POOL IS IN GOOD CONDITION, IT IS MUCH MORE HEAVILY VEGETATED THAN "NORMAL" JUNCUS LEIOSPERMUS VAR. LEIOSPERMUS HABITAT. Owner/Manager: CITY OF REDDING Occurrence No. 26 Map Index:28127 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°33'34" / 122°18'15" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1995-07-02 UTM: Zone-10 N4489886 E558901 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1995-07-02 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 10 Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 40.6 ac Elevation: 550 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1995 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: EAST OF ENTERPRISE, SOUTH SIDE OF HWY 44. MOST PLANTS FOUND ON w SIDE OF AIRPORT RD, BETWEEN HARTNELL AVE AND ARGYLE RD. Comments Distribution: SOILS MAPPED AS REDDING-RED BLUFF GRAVELLY LOAMS. SURROUNDING COMMUNITY IS BLUE OAK WOODLAND. MAPPED AS 6 POLYGONS AT NDDB. Ecological: VERNALLY WET AREAS W/NAVARRETIA LEUCOCEPHALA, TRITELEIA HYACINTHINA, PLAGIOBOTHRYS STIPITATUS, DESCHAMPSIA DANTHONIOIDES, AGROSTIS HENDERSONII, ALLIUM AMPLECTENS, ERYNGIUM CASTRENSE, GRATIOLA EBRACTEATA, JUNCUS CAPITATUS, J. BUFONIUS. Threat: VEHICLE TRACKS OBSERVED. DEVELOPMENT SURROUNDS SITE, FUTURE URBAN DEVELOPMENT WOULD THREATEN. General: 15360 PLANTS ESTIMATED IN 1995. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 33 Map Index:39679 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°31'03" / 122°15'52" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1995-04-19 UTM: Zone-10 N4485260 E562291 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1995-04-19 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 25 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 495 ft Main Source: MARTZ, C. 1995 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: ABOUT 1.5 AIR MILES EAST OF REDDING AIRPORT AND 1.6 MILES NE OF CONTROL TOWER, STILLWATER PLAINS. Comments Distribution: MAPPED NORTH OF EPHEMERAL DRAINAGE WITHIN THE NW 1/4 NE 1/4 SECTION 25. Ecological: VERNAL SWALE WITH SOME PONDING. GROWING WITH BLENNOSPERMA NANUM, SCRIBNERIA BOLANDERI, JUNCUS BUFONIUS, PLAGIOBOTHRYS AUSTINAE, HORDEUM MURINUM, CRASSULA AQUATICA, AND ISOETES ORCUTTII. ON REDDING-RED BLUFF GRAVELLY LOAMS. Threat: SITE GRAZED EARLY IN SEASON, SOME OVERGRAZING EVIDENT. General: 100+ PLANTS OBSERVED IN 1995. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 16 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA AGROSTIS HENDERSONZZ HENDERSON'S BENT GRASS List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: PMPOA040K0 Federal: Species of Concern Global: G1Q CNPS List: 3 State: None State: S1.1 R-E-D Code: 3-2-2 Habitat Associationo General: VALLEY AND FOOTHILL GRASSLAND, VERNAL POOLS. Micro: LITTLE INFORMATION EXISTS; MOIST PLACES IN GRASSLAND OR VERNAL POOL HABITAT. 70-305M. Occurrence No. 10 Map Index:37799 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°34'42" / 122°15'47" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1997-05-20 UTM: Zone-10 N4492012 E562384 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1997-05-20 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 01 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 620 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1997 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: ABOUT 1.2 MILES NORTH OF HIGHWAY 44 AND 1.1 MILES EAST OF CLOUGH CREEK, EAST OF ENTERPRISE AND NW OF PALO CEDRO. Comments Distribution: EAST OF THE SOUTHERN TERMINOUS OF ROCKING HORSE LANE, BETWEEN ROAD AND SMALL POND TO THE EAST. SITE IS WITHIN THE NW 1/4 OF THE NE 1/4 OF SECTION 1. Ecological: SEASONALLY WET FLAT AND ALONG MARGINS OF A VERNAL SWALE. ASSOCIATED WITH BROMUS HORDEACEOUS, AIRA CARYOPHYLLEA, CHLOROGALUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM, HYPOCHAERIS GLABRA, BRIZA MINOR, AND BRODIAEA MINOR. SURROUNDED BY BLUE OAK WOODLAND. Threat: NEARBY WATERLINE INSTALLATION WILL PROBABLY NOT AFFECT THIS SITE. General: 10,000+ PLANTS OBSERVED IN 1997. THE RARE JUNCUS LEIOSPERMUS LEIOSPERMUS ALSO OCCURS HERE. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 11 Map Index:37800 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40033'23" / 122018'08" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Excellent Element: 1995-07-04 UTM: Zone-10 N4489546 E559071 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1995-07-04 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 10 Qtr XX Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 228.5 ac Elevation: 550 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1995 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: EAST OF REDDING; JUST SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 44 ALONG BOTH SIDES OF AIRPORT ROAD. Comments Distribution: NUMEROUS COLONIES REPORTED THROUGHOUT MOST OF SECTION 1, ESPECIALLY THE EAST 1/2. Ecological: VERNALLY WET FLATS AND ON THE EDGES OF VERNAL SWALES/POOLS. ASSOCIATED WITH ANTHOXANTHUM ARISTATUM, GASTRIDIUM VENTRICOSUM, AIRA CARYOPHYLLEA, NAVARRETIA TAGETINA, JUNCUS BUFONIUS, AND HEMIZONIA FITCHII. SURROUNDED BY BLUE OAK WOODLAND. Threat: PROBABLY URBAN DEVELOPMENT IN THE FUTURE. SOME ORV USE; EXTENSIVE N OF HWY 44. General: ABOUT 200,000 PLANTS REPORTED IN 1995. BURK REPORTS THAT ADDITIONAL PLANTS OCCUR NORTH OF HIGHWAY 44 AND WEST OF OLD OREGON TRAIL, BUT MAP DETAIL NOT PROVIDED. THE RARE JUNCUS LEIOSPERMUS LEIOSPERMUS ALSO FOUND HERE. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 17 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA ORCUTTIA TENUIS SLENDER ORCUTT GRASS List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: PMPOA4G050 Federal: Threatened Global: G3 CNPS List: 1B State: Endangered State: S3.1 R-E-D Code: 2-3-3 - Habitat Associationo General: VERNAL POOLS. Micro: 30-1735M. Occurrence No. 1 Map Index:09491 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'04" / 122°15'34" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1988-06-23 UTM: Zone-10 N4483415 E562753 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1988-06-23 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 36 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Decreasing Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 480 ft Main Source: STONE, T. 1989 (PERS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: STILLWATER PLAINS; ABOUT 1.7 MI DUE E OF THE S END OF MAIN RUNWAY OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. HAWES RANCH. - Comments Distribution: Ecological: IN LARGE VERNAL POOL SURROUNDED BY GRASSLAND. HIGH TERRACE AREA UNDERLAIN BY IRON-SILICA HARDPAN. WITH ELEOCHARIS MACROSTACHYA, ERYNGIUM VASEYI, ALOPECURUS SACCATUS, BOISDUVALIA GLABELLA, DESCHAMPSIA DANTHONIODES, ALLOCARYA STIPITATA. Threat: POOL WITH DAM AT WEST END. FURTHER ALTERATION OF HYDROLOGY AND GRAZING ARE THREATS. General: CONDITION IS MARGINAL. POOL SIZE REPORTED AS 5 ACRES IN 1975 AND AS 1 ACRE IN 1984. POPULATION SIZE ALSO SMALL IN 1984, LESS THAN 100 PLANTS IN 1986. NEEDS FURTHER FIELD CHECKING. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 2 Map Index:09388 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°33'59" / 122°18'46" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1993-07-14 UTM: Zone-10 N4490651 E558182 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1993-07-14 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 03 Qtr SW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Decreasing Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 560 ft Main Source: GRIGGS, T. 1980 (PERS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: APPROX 4.5 MI ESE OF REDDING, JUST BELOW HWY 44, 1.4 MI E OF ENTERPRISE. - Comments Distribution: JUST E OF NORTH VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH AND SHASTA BIBLE COLLEGE. ORCUTTIA CONFINED TO N END OF POOL IN 1993 (N OF A LARGE FILL PILE). Ecological: IN VERNAL POOL DOMINATED BY ELEOCHARIS MACROSTACHYA AND ERYNGIUM VASEYI CASTRENSE. ORCUTTIA IS IN OPEN AREAS (WHERE SOIL APPEARED VERY THIN) WITH MARSILLEA VESTITA. Threat: LANDFILL AND CONSTRUCTION ENCROACHING AT WEST END IN 1984. EDGES OF POOL FILLED IN 1993. ORV TRACKS ALSO PRESENT. General: POPULATION OF OVER 10,000 PLANTS OBSERVED IN 1982 BUT POOL FILLED WITH SOIL; OVER 10,000 PLANTS IN 1984, AND 1987, 500 IN 1993. INCLUDES FORMER OCCURRENCE #5 (PROB. WAS MISMAPPED). Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 3 Map Index:09417 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'09" / 122°17'53" Township: 31N Occ Rank: None Element: 1979-XX-XX UTM: Zone-10 N4483557 E559478 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1987-08-18 Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 34 Qtr NE Presence: Extirpated Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 1/5 mile Elevation: 480 ft Main Source: GRIGGS, T. 1980 (PERS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D)", COTTONWOOD (4012243/629A) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: REDDING AIRPORT BETWEEN AIRPORT RD & RUNWAYS OF TOWER. —Comments Distribution: Ecological: Threat: General: POPULATION OBSERVED IN 1936, 1958 AND VERY DENSE IN 1960 AND 1977. POPULATION DESTROYED BY CONSTRUCTION AT AIRPORT IN 1979. NO PLANTS OBSERVED IN 1982, 1984, OR 1987. POOL OF 1/4 ACRE SIZE OBSERVED IN 1984. Owner/Manager: CITY OF REDDING Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 18 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA ORCUTTIA TENUIS (cont.) SLENDER ORCUTT GRASS List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: PMPOA4G050 Federal: Threatened Global: G3 CNPS List: 1B State: Endangered State: S3.1 R-E-D Code: 2-3-3 l � Occurrence No. 4 Map Index:09404 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°30'42" / 122°18'14" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Poor Element: 1993-07-14 UTM: Zone-10 N4484568 E558965 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1993-07-14 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 27 Qtr SW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Decreasing Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 500 ft Main Source: PROUTY, J. 1981 (OHS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/847D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: 5 MI N OF ANDERSON, JUST W OF AIRPORT RD AND REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Comments Distribution: ORCUTTIA FOUND IN N END OF POOL IN 1993, ABOUT 50 FT W OF DRAINAGE DITCH AND 70 FT S OF DIRT RD SURROUNDING POOL. Ecological: VERNAL POOL ON GREYISH SOIL. DOMINATED BY ELEOCHARIS MACROSTACHYA & ERYNGIUM VASEYI CASTRENSE. ORCUTTIA IN AREA W/GREATEST INUNDATION, W/RELATIVELY LOW PLANT COVER. OTHER ASSOCIATES INCLUDE ELATINE BRACHYSPERMA AND DOWNINGIA BICORNUTA. Threat: PROPOSED FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (1993) . ORV TRACKS FOUND WITHIN 2 FT OF PLANT. POOL HAD BEEN PARTIALLY DRAINED. General: DEPAUPERATE POPULATION SEEN IN 1981; NEARLY EXTIRPATED IN 1982; NO PLANTS OBSERVED IN 1984. DITCH THRU CENTER DRAINS POOL. 1 PLANT IN 1993 (POOL WAS DRY AT TIME OF SURVEY) . Owner/Manager:CITY OF REDDING Occurrence No. 8 Map Index:09416 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°29'54" / 122°17'55" Township: 31N Occ Rank: None Element: 1958-XX-XX UTM: Zone-10 N4483094 E559434 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1987-08-18 Precision: NON-SPECIFIC Section: 34 Qtr SE Presence: Extirpated Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 1/5 mile Elevation: 480 ft Main Source: CRAMPTON, B. #5077 AHUC (HERB) Quad Summary: COTTONWOOD (4012243/629A)*, ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: STILLWATER PLAINS, 3.8 MI N OF ANDERSON. --Comments Distribution: Ecological: Threat: General: A REMANANT VERNAL POOL PRESENT IN 1987, BUT IT'S ARTIFICIALLY DRAINED, AND DURATION OF INUNDATION IS PROBABLY TOO LOW TO SUPPORT THE SPECIES (R.D. STONE 1987 PERS. COM.). Owner/Manager: CITY OF REDDING Occurrence No. 29 Map Index:09444 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°29'41" / 122°17'15" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1986-07-16 UTM: Zone-10 N4482711 E560371 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1986-07-16 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 35 Qtr NW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POLYGON Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Area: 13.6 ac Elevation: 480 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1984 (OBS) Quad Summary: COTTONWOOD )4012243/629A)*, ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: STILLWATER PLAINS; 0.2-0.5 MI ESE OF S. END OF MAIN RUNWAY OF REDDING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. 0.1-0.6 MI N OF FIG TREE LANE. —Comments Distribution: Ecological: 2 LARGE VERNAL POOLS W/ELEOCHARIS MACROSTACHYA, ERYNGIUM ARTICULATUM, DESCHAMPSIA DANTHONIOIDES, ALLOCARYA STIPITATA, MARSILEA VESTITA, ETC. AN ARTIFICIAL DRAINAGE DITCH HAS BEEN CUT INTO S POOL IN AN ATTEMPT TO DRAIN IT TOWARD THE SOUTH. Threat: PAST IMPACTS INCLUDE SOIL DISTURBANCE BY HEAVY EQUIP. & ARTIFICIAL DRAINAGE. COMPETITION FROM ELEOCHARIS ALSO THREATENS. General: LESS THAN 1000 PLANTS IN 1984 IN A FEW PATCHES, ABUNDANT AT BOTH SITES IN 1986. THE TWO SITES COMPRISE 260 ACRES. Owner/Manager: CITY OF REDDING Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 19 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 California Department of Fish and Game Natural Diversity Data Base Full Condensed Report – Multiple Records per Page Redding Sports Complex Wildlife Occurrences Enterprise Quad, CA ORCUTTIA TENVIS (cant.) SLENDER ORCUTT GRASS List Status NDDB Element Ranks Other Lists Element Code: PMPOA4G050 Federal: Threatened Global: G3 CNPS List: 1B State: Endangered State: S3.1 R-E-D Code: 2-3-3 I I Occurrence No. 45 Map Index:25297 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°31'00" / 122°15'36" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Unknown Element: 1988-06-23 UTM: Zone-10 N4485145 E562688 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1988-06-23 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 25 Qtr NE Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 500 ft Main Source: STONE, T. 1988 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: STILLWATER PLAINS; HAWES RANCH. ABOUT 1 MI E OF REDDING AIRPORT. Comments Distribution: ACC. TO STONE, 3 PLANTS ALSO FOUND IN S 1/2 OF E 1/2 OF SECTION 25, BUT NO MAP GIVEN. ONLY MAPPED IN N 1/2 OF SECTION 25. Ecological: NATURAL SPILLWAYS HAVE BEEN ELEVATED TO IMPOUND MORE WATER. Threat: General: LAND USED AS A PRIVATE HUNTING CLUB. LARGE POPULATION ACCORDING TO STONE. Owner/Manager: PVT Occurrence No. 70 Map Index:32925 —Dates Last Seen— Lat/Long: 40°33'47" / 122°18'38" Township: 31N Occ Rank: Good Element: 1995-08-29 UTM: Zone-10 N4490267 E558372 Range: 04W Origin: Natural/Native occurrence Site: 1995-08-29 Precision: SPECIFIC Section: 10 Qtr NW Presence: Presumed Extant Symbol Type: POINT Meridian: M Trend: Unknown Radius: 80 meters Elevation: 570 ft Main Source: BURK, D. 1995 (OBS) Quad Summary: ENTERPRISE (4012253/647D) County Summary: SHASTA SNA Summary: Location: 1.75 MI SSW OF LOOMIS CORNERS, SW SIDE OF HWY 44 AND AIRPORT ROAD. —Comments Distribution: ON EASTERN EDGE OF VERNAL POOL. THE ORCUTTIA IS PRIMARILY IN 2 BARREN PATCHES ABOUT 100 SQ FT EACH. Ecological: POOL DOMINATED BY ELEOCHARIS MACROSTACHYA AND ERYNGIUM CASTRENSE. ALSO WITH DESCHAMPSIA DANTHONIODES AND SIDALCEA HIRSUTA. TWO OTHER RARE PLANTS FOUND NEARBY: JUNCUS LEIOSPERMUS LEIOSPERMUS AND AGROSTIS HENDERSONII. Threat: SOME ORV USE. PROBABLE FUTURE URBAN DEVELOPMENT. TRASH DUMPING ON ADJACENT LANDS. General: 1000 PLANTS ESTIMATED IN 1995. Owner/Manager: PVT Date: 08/22/2000 Commercial Version Page 20 Report: RF2WIDE Information dated 06/05/2000 APPENDIX C EXCERPT FROM ACOE HABITAT MITIGATION AND MONITORING GUIDELINES FO VERNAL POOLS TABLE 1. Vernal pool species list (natives), which are either vernal pool obligates or, at least when found in the Central Valley, are more frequently occur in vernal pools than in other habitats. PLANT NAME INDICATOR PLANT NAME INDICATOR STATUS STATUS Agrostis hendersonii FACW Legenere limosa OBL Alopecurus saccatus OBL Lilaea scilloides OBL (A. howellii) Bergia texana OBL Limnanthes alba OBL Blennosperma nanum OBL Limnanthes douglasii OBL Briza minor FACW- Limnanthes flocossa OBL ssp. californica Epilobium cleistogamum OBL Mimulus tricolor OBL (Boisduvalia cleistogama) Castilleja campestris OBL Montia fontana OBL (Orthocarpus campestris) Dichelostemma capitatum NI Myosurus minimus OBL ssp. capitatum (Brodiaea lacuna-vernalis) Callitriche marginata OBL Navarretia leucocephala OBL Centunculus minimus NI Navarretia intertexta ssp. OBL FAC- * intertexta Cicendia quadrangularis NI Navarretia myersii OBL** Cuscuta howelliana NI Navarretia nigelliformis OBL** Deschampsia danthonioides FACW Navarretia tagetina FACW** Downingia bella OBL Neostapfia colusana OBL Downingia bicornuta OBL Orcuttia tenuis OBL Downingia cuspidata OBL Orcuttia viscida OBL** Downingia ornatissima OBL Pilularia americana OBL Downingia pusilla OBL Plagiobothrys austinae FACW** Eleocharis acicularis OBL Plagiobothrys acanthocarpus OBL Eryngium pinnatisectum OBL Plagiobothrys bracteatus OBL 13 • Eryngium spinosepalum OBL** Plagiobothrys greenei FACW Eryngium vaseyi FACW Plagiobothrys humistratus OBL Gratiola embracteata OBL Plagiobothrys hystriculus FACW (presumed extinct) Gratiola heterosepela OBL Plagiobothrys leptocladus OBL Isoetes howellii OBL Plagiobothrys stipitatus OBL Isoetes orcuttii OBL Plagiobothrys undulatus FACW+ Juncus unicalis OBL Pogogyne zizyphoroides OBL Juncus leiospermus var. FAC** Psilocarphus brevissimus OBL leiospermus Juncus leiospermus var. FACW** Psilocarphus oregonus OBL ahartii Lasthenia chrysantha FACU Psilocarphus tenellus FAC var. globiferus Lasthenia conjugens NI Ranunculus bonariensis var. OBL trisepalus Lasthenia fremontii OBL Sagina decumbens ssp. FAC occidentalis Lasthenia glaberrima OBL Tuctoria greenei OBL Lasthenia glabrata FACW Tuctoria mucronata FACW** Layia fremontii NI _ * - National Indicator Status ** - Preliminary Indicator Status 14 APPENDIX D REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX PLANT SPECIES LIST UPLAND PLANT SPECIES OBSERVED AT THE SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT SITE FIELD VISIT DATES: APRIL 14 and 28,MAY 5, and JUNE 2, 2000. SCIENTIFIC NAME COMMON NAME FAMILY NAME Aira caryophyllea European Hairgrass Poaceae Allium amplectans Paper Onion Liliaceae Anthriscus caucalis Bur-Chervil Apiaceae Arctostaphylos manzanita Common Manzanita Ericaceae Arctostaphylos viscida Viscid Manzanita Ericaceae Avena barbata Slender Oat Poaceae Briza maxima Big Quaking Grass Poaceae Briza minor Little Quaking Grass Poaceae Brodiaea elegans Harvest Brodiaea Liliaceae Bordiaea minor Dwarf Brodiaea Liliaceae Bromus diandrus Ripgut Grass Poaceae Bromus hordeaceus Softchess Poaceae Bromus madritensis ssp. rubens Red Brome Poaceae Centaurea solstitialis Yellow Star-thistle Asteraceae Chlorogalum pomeridianum Soaproot Liliaceae Clarkia amoena Farewell-To-Spring Onagraceae Convolvulus arvensis Bindweed Convolvulaceae Cynosurus echinatus Hedgehog Dogtail Poaceae Dichelostemma capitatum Blue Dicks Liliaceae Dichelostemma multiflorum Multiflowered Hyacinth Liliaceae Eremocarpus setigerus Doveweed Euphorbiaceae Erodium botrys Broadleaf Filaree Geraniaceae Erodium cicutarium Redstem Filaree Geraniaceae Eschscholzia lobbii Frying Pans Papaveraceae Galium aperine Goose Grass Rubiaceae Hemizonia fitchii Fitch's Tarplant Asteraceae Hesperevax acaulis Evax Asteraceae Hordeum murinum ssp. Hare Barley Poaceae leporinum Hypochaeris radicata Rough Cat's-Ear Asteraceae Juncus bufonius Common Toad Rush Juncaceae Lathrys sp. Pea Fabaceae Layia munzii Tidy Tips Asteraceae Lepidium nitidum Peppergrass Brassicaceae Linanthus sp. Linanthus Polemoniaceae Lolium multiflorum Italian Ryegrass Poaceae Lotus sp. Lotus Fabaceae Lupinus bicolor Bicolored Lupine Fabaceae Lupinus sp. Lupine Fabaceae Micropus californicus Slender Cottonweed Asteraceae Petrorhagia dubia Grass Pink Caryophyllaceae D-1 SCIENTIFIC NAME COMMON NAME FAMILY NAME Plantago erecta Hooker's Plantain Plantaginaceae Quercus douglasii Blue Oak Fagaceae Raphanus raphanistrum Jointed Charlock Brassicaceae Thysanocarpus radians Fringepod Brassicaceae Toxicodendron diversolobum Poison Oak Anacardiaceae Trifolium dubium Shamrock Fabaceae Trifolium hirtum Rose Clover Fabaceae Trifolium pratense Red Clover Fabaceae Trifolium subterraneum Subterraneum Clover Fabaceae Triphysaria eriantha Butter-And-Eggs Scrophulariaceae Verbascum blattaria Moth Mullien Scrophulariaceae Vicia americana var. americana American Vetch Fabaceae Vicia sativa Spring Vetch Fabaceae Vulpia sp. Annual Fescue Poaceae D-2 WETLAND PLANT SPECIES OBSERVED AT THE SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT SITE FIELD VISIT DATES: APRIL 14 and 28,MAY 5,and JUNE 2,2000. SCIENTIFIC NAME COMMON NAME FAMILY NAME Blennosperma nanum var. nanum Yellow Carpet Asteraceae Callitriche marginata Common Starwort Callitrichaceae Deschampsia danthonoides Annual Hairgrass Poaceae Downingia bicornuta Horned Downingia Campanulaceae Downingia cuspidata Cuspidate Downingia Campanulaceae Eryngium castrense Coyote Thistle Apiaceae Gratiola ebracteata Bractless Gratiola Scorphulariaceae Juncus sp. Juncus Juncaceae Juncus leiospermus var. Red Bluff Dwarf Rush Juncaceae leiospermus Lasthenia californica California Goldfields Asteraceae Lythrum californicum California Loosestrife Lythraceae Mimulus tricolor Tricolored Monkey Flower Scrophulariaceae Navarretia leucocephala White Navarretia Polemoniaceae Plagiobothrys austinae Austin's Popcornflower Boraginaceae Plagiobothrys greenei Greene's Popcornflower Boraginaceae Plagiobothrys stipitatus Slender Popcornflower Boraginaceae Pogogyne zizyphoroides Sacramento Mesamint Lamiaceae Psilocarphus brevissimus Wooly Marbles Asteraceae Rumex crispus Curly Dock Polygonaceae Sidalcea sp. Checker Mallow Malvaceae Trifolium depauperatum Cowbag Clover Fabaceae Trifolium varigatum Tomcat Clover Fabaceae Triteleia hyacinthina White Hyacinth Liliaceae Xanthium strumarium Cocklebur Asteraceae D-3 HORTICULTURAL SPECIES OBSERVED AT THE SPORTS COMPLEX PROJECT SITE (SOUTHWEST CORNER OF PROJECT AREA) FIELD VISIT DATES: APRIL 14 and 28,MAY 5,and JUNE 2,2000. SCIENTIFIC NAME COMMON NAME FAMILY Acer sp. Maple Aceraceae Agave americana Century Plant Liliaceae Albizia julibrissin Mimosa Fabaceae Cortaderia selloana Pampas Grass Poaceae Cupressus sempervirons Italian Cypress Cupressaceae Euonymus japonica Evergreen Euonymus Celestraceae Ficus carica Edible Fig Moraceae Heteromeles arbutifolia Toyon Rosaceae Juglans hindsii California Black Walnut Juglandaceae Lagerstroemia indica Crape Myrtle Lythraceae Magnolia grandiflora Southern Magnolia Magnoliaceae Melissa officinalis Lemon Balm Lamiaceae Morus alba Mulberry Moraceae Nerium oleander Oleander Apocynaceae Opuntia sp. Prickly Pear Cactus Cactaceae Phonix canariensis Canary Island Palm Arecaceae Populus sp. Popular Salicaceae Prunus domestica Plum Rosaceae Pyrus communis Pear Roseceae Vinca major Periwinkle Apocynaceae Vitis sp. Grape Vitaceae D-4 APPENDIX D CULTURAL RESOURCE STUDY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED CITY OF REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX REDDING, SHASTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA PREPARED FOR: Pacific Municipal Consultants 10461 Old Placerville Road Sacramento, California 95827 PREPARED BY: Trudy Vaughan Coyote& Fox Enterprises 12272 Roca Lane Redding, California 96003 August 2000 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED CITY OF REDDING SPORTS COMPLEX REDDING, SHASTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA INTRODUCTION AND SUMMARY An archaeological reconnaissance was conducted in August 2000 on approximately 100 acres in east Redding, Shasta County, California (Map 1: Project Vicinity Map). The City of Redding (City) is proposing to develop a sports complex on this parcel. This project constitutes an under- taking which could adversely affect cultural resources which might be located within the project area; and, thus, the archaeological survey was conducted in order to locate and evaluate any cultural resources within the project area, in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The archaeological work described in this report was completed under contract between Coyote &Fox Enterprises of Redding (CFE) and Pacific Municipal Consultants, the environmental consulting firm responsible for completing the project environmental documents for the City of Redding. CFE is an archaeological consulting firm which has conducted work in northern Cali- fornia since 1983; and the fieldwork was completed by CFE archaeologists Polly Hamilton and Barbara Woodrum. All field work followed the guidelines of the State Historic Preservation Office and are in conformity with accepted professional standards. During this survey, no archaeological sites were encountered within or adjacent to the project area and only one isolated historic artifact was noted. This report satisfies the archaeological survey requirements for the proposed project as stipulated under CEQA. PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL BACKGROUND The project area is located in east Redding on the west side of Old Oregon Trail and north of Highway 44 in Township 31 North, Range 4 West, a portion of the north half of Section 3 (Map 2: Project Location Map). The City is proposing to construct a sports complex on this 104-acre parcel to be used primarily for softball, baseball, and soccer (Map 3). The general purpose of the project is to increase recre- ational opportunities for City residents, as well as participants outside the City, particularly those involved in organized field sports. Elevation within the project area is approximately 600 feet above mean sea level. The study area occupies generally level terrain, and, although there are no permanent water sources, there are some intermittent drainages, and Stillwater Creek lies less than one-half mile to the east. Vege- tation in the project area consists of a light to moderate overstory of blue oak, live oak, and grey pine and an understory of primarily manzanita, poison oak, and various grasses. In the southern portion of the project area is an open meadow of approximately 20 acres with some scattered wetlands. The project area has been previously impacted by an electric transmission corridor, roads, and heavy usage by off road vehicles and for illegal dumping of trash. 1 SOURCES CONSULTED The following sources were consulted to obtain information concerning previously identified sites or other historic properties located within or adjacent to the study area: members of the local Native American community, the Shasta Historical Society, and the Northeast Center of the Cali- fornia Historical Resources Information System at California State University Chico (NE/ CHRIS). Contacts were made by letter to the Shasta Historical Society; Barbara Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of the Redding Rancheria; Jill Ward, Chairperson of the Wintu Tribe;Bob Burns of the Wintu Education and Cultural Council; and the Native American Heritage Commission. To date, the Shasta Historical Society has stated in writing that they have no objections to the project, and Bob Burns has responded verbally to say that he no concerns in the area. Copies of all letters are included as an appendix to this report. The records review at NE/CHRIS involved a review of official maps and records for archaeo- logical sites in Shasta County and also included a review of the following documents: National Register of Historic Places - Listed Properties and Determined Eligible Properties (1988 - Com- puter Listings 1966 through 7/97 by National Park Service), the California Inventory of Historical Resources (1998), California Points of Historical Interest (1992), California Historical Landmarks (1996), and the NE/CHRIS Historic Property Data File for Shasta County. Records indicated that the project area had not previously been surveyed for cultural resources, and no archaeological sites had been previously recorded within the project area; however, eight archaeological survey projects have been conducted within a one-mile radius of the project area (Bennett 1989; Dotta 1977, 1978; Jensen 1983, 1991; Sletteland 1979, 1981;Vaughan 1996). Two sites were recorded as a result of these surveys, and other prehistoric and historic sites have been recorded within the broader project vicinity in similar topography. Sensitivity for prehistoric and historic archaeological resources in the project area was considered to be moderate to high, based on the information presented in this report and the proximity of the project area to Still- water Creek. ETHNOGRAPHIC BACKGROUND The project area lies within the ethnographic territory of the Wintu, more specifically of the dawponz "front-ground" (Stillwater) group (DuBois 1935:Map 1). The Wintu were intensive hunters and gatherers who inhabited the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, as well as the mountainous areas to the north and west; and ethnographic accounts of Wintu culture come primarily from three references: DuBois (1935), Kroeber (1925), and LaPena (1978). The fol- lowing is excerpted from these sources. Wintu villages consisted of a scattering of semi-subterranean, conical, bark slab-covered houses, with each typically housing a family of three to seven people. Major villages along the rivers were inhabited during the winter, while temporary camps were established in the foothills during the warmer months for food gathering forays. Jeremiah Curtin, a noted ethnographer, took extensive field notes on the Wintu from 1884 to 1889. His primary informant, a Wintu chief, named several Wintu villages in the vicinity of the project area along Stillwater Creek (Guilford-Kardell and Dotta 1980: Figure 2, Table 1). One of these villages, Sawalpanti, meaning "swimming place on top," was near the junction of Old Alturas Road and Old Oregon Trail and reportedly had 40 houses. 2 The Wintu made full use of the abundant natural resources of their territory, and children grew up learning the uses of these resources. Hunting and fishing tasks fell to the men, while women gathered plants and prepared foods. Several species of large and small mammals were hunted, including deer, bear, rabbits, and birds. Salmon and steelhead were caught during semiannual runs; and suckers, although considered inferior, were fished in all streams and creeks. Mussels from the river were gathered, and grasshoppers and other insects were utilized when available. Plant foods that were utilized include several species of acorns, buckeye, hazel nuts, grey pine and sugar pine nuts, manzanita berries, many other types of berries, and a wide variety of bulbs and seeds. Ethnographic accounts of Wintu religious beliefs relate stories with the recurring theme of a "first people" who possessed a mixture of human and animal characteristics. The mythology construc- ted around these beings provided an explanation for the creation of the world and its physical characteristics and codified ethical behavior. Specific locations had religious significance, each being imbued with spirits and requiring individuals who visited such places to adhere to a man- datory code of behavior. Every plant and animal, as well as inanimate objects, had feelings which were to be considered. The Wintu's first encounter with Euroamericans came in 1826 and 1827 when fur trapping expe- ditions led by Jedediah Strong Smith and Peter Skene Ogden passed through their lands. The great malaria epidemic of 1830-1833 that was introduced from Oregon by trappers sent approxi- mately 75% of the Wintu to their graves. Early Euroamerican ranching during the late 1840s severely disrupted critical foods that the Wintu traditionally depended upon; and in the 1850s soldiers and gold miners massacred hundreds of Wintu and otherwise displaced and/or removed them from their homeland. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND The present-day road named Old Oregon Trail generally follows the historic route of the western branch of the California-Oregon Trail. This more desirable branch entered Shasta County at Cottonwood Creek, crossed the Sacramento River west of Cow Creek, followed Stillwater Creek to Bass Hill, and continued north through the Sacramento River canyon and around the west side of Mount Shasta. This trail was used by Ewing Young in 1830 and by Hudson's Bay trappers beginning in 1832. In 1870, the California& Oregon Stage Company procured a government contract to carry mail on the road, and "the tide of public travel mounted causing outposts and settlements to spring up along the way" (Smith 1991:25). Loomis Corners, one of the communities along this route, lies north of the project parcel at the junction of Old Oregon Trail and Old Alturas Road. The site was first purchased by Homer W. Loomis in 1861 at what was previously known as the Stillwater Crossing of the California- Oregon Trail. In 1882, Leon Leighton purchased the Loomis Corners Farm, and the Leighton Post Office was established at Loomis Corners in 1889 (Smith 1991:96). Stillwater Creek was named by DeWitt C. Johnson. He established the community of Stillwater in 1853 at present day Mountain Gate and named the community and the creek after his hometown of Stillwater,New York(Smith 1991:145). METHODOLOGY AND RESULTS A pedestrian survey was conducted over the entire project area in transects spaced at approxi- mately 25 meter intervals (Map 2). Ground visibility was generally fair. Many dirt roads cut across the project area; and, although dense grasses obscured the ground surface in some areas, in 3 most areas the grass was not thick enough to completely cover the soil. There were also numer- ous rodent mounds exposing the soil, and during the survey, rakes were used periodically to pull back the grass. Thus, despite the areas of poor visibility, the survey is considered to have been thorough enough to have located any archaeological sites that may be present within the study area. During this survey, no archaeological sites were encountered, and only one isolated artifact was noted. Its location is shown on Map 3. This historic item is a grey enamelware pan approxi- mately 10" diameter and 4" deep. It is very deteriorated and, as an isolated find, it has no signifi- cance. Also noted during the survey, although not historic (i.e.; 45 years old), was the remains of a residence in the southwest corner of the parcel. No structure remains or artifacts were noted, but the house pad, driveway, and numerous domestic landscape plants were evident. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS This report satisfies the requirements for archaeological reconnaissance under CEQA; and a copy of this report has been sent to NE/CHRIS to provide documentation that this area has received an archaeological reconnaissance. If, however, any archaeological discoveries (human skeletal remains, culturally modified lithic materials, structural features, or historic artifacts) are encountered during ground disturbing activities, all such activities should halt within a 50-meter radius of the discovery, and a qualified archaeologist should be contacted to determine the nature of the find, evaluate its significance, and, if necessary, suggest preservation or mitigation mea- sures. REFERENCES CITED Bennett, E. 1989 Negative Archaeological Survey Report, Freeway Interchange State Route 44 at Shasta View Drive. 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California Department of Transportation, Redding. On file NE/CHRIS Report#SH-L-44. 1981 Second Addendum to an Archaeological Survey Report on the Proposed Victor Ave- nue Interchange at 02-SHA-44-0.7/1.7 p2206 - 129001 Including the Borrow Site at 02-SHA-5 PM R17.34/R17.54. California Department of Transportation District 2, Redding. On file NE/CHRIS Report#SH-L-43/44. Smith, Dottie 1990 The Dictionary of Early Shasta County History, 1st Edition. Self-published, Cotton- wood. Vaughan, T. 1996 Archaeological Reconnaissance of the Jantzen Parcel (AP# 077-070-03), Old Oregon Trail, Redding, Shasta County, California. Coyote& Fox Enterprises. Ms. on file NE/CHRIS, Report #1459. 5 • • .1. - V%eRusNr yam / IL' • j-Il Gm:.Rork ��- t,2.•.1ReaF I _ •t'�•'�'�•� f'Jij c - \.-fwt, n.nniT�._-...", 'L REO f� �f•i C C•a7. 1rnY: .•rk '6'!N,, I ken ,r� [LION\� pMlOrra ••1( _ �j.. G� I p EL ao Nykla4ls L4,,. u. •� �, `V• VELLOWlAVIEtl tea 11-4 ,.. SHASTA ♦ I MAL*MIN. t \t 7 • Lh.�,,;ri H. 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I i 4 i XII, 1 1 :,,,i.,,,.__ c.,T.,. ....=..,t. 5_,,.. .„ Ira 0 lI I d .,....,, ..,/_,I L-1 1 1 1 _._'.1 r _ 3H1 JJl1VM3 W y9t1 uuv► � r II ! 1 11 1 HuH APPENDIX Letters of Public Comment COYOTE & FOX CAI r .. ; 1� ;, ENTER PRISES June 5, 2000 President, Shasta Historical Society 1449 Market St. Redding, California 96001 Dear Sir: My firm is currently under contract with Pacific Municipal Consultants of Sacramento (PMC)to conduct the required cultural resource work for the proposed Redding Sports Complex along Old Oregon Trail north of Highway 44 (see attached map). PMC has the contract with the City of Redding to complete the environmental documents for this project. A letter similar to this one has been sent to local Native American groups. Do you have any concerns regarding cultural or historical sites in this area? I would appreciate a response, even if only to tell me that you have no concerns. Please respond at your earliest convenience, but by July 7 at the latest. You may respond verbally by phone(244-0515),by letter,by fax(241-6160), or by email (foxcoyote@aol.com) Thank you. Sincerely, `\7;t V(:) (2--)Y1 Trudy Va han Enclosure !0 20l 1 The Shasta Historical Society has no objections , as per Jack Beale, president. • 12272 Roca Lane • Redding, CA 96003 • (530) 244-0515 • Fax (530) 241-6160 COYOTE & FOX ENTER P R ISES June 5, 2000 MEMORANDUM TO: Bob Burns, Wintu Education and Cultural Council Chairman, Wintu Tribe Barbara Murphy, CEO, Redding Rancheria Tribal Council FROM: Trudy Vaughan SUBJECT: Proposed Redding Sports Complex My firm is currently under contract with Pacific Municipal Consultants of Sacramento (PMC) to conduct the required cultural resource work for the proposed Redding Sports Complex along Old Oregon Trail north of Highway 44 (see attached map). PMC has the contract with the City of Redding to complete the environmental documents for this project. Do you have any concerns regarding cultural sites or issues in this area? I would appreciate a response, even if only to tell me that you have no concerns. Please respond at your earliest convenience, but by July 7 at the latest. You may respond verbally by phone (244-0515), by letter, by fax (241-6160), or by email (foxcoyote@aol.com) Thank you. Enclosures 12272 Roca Lane • Redding, CA 96003 • (530) 244-0515 • Fax (530) 241-6160 COYOTE & FOX 4111 ENTER P R ISES August 20, 2000 MEMORANDUM TO: Native American Heritage Commission FROM: Trudy Vaughan SUBJECT: Proposed Redding Sports Complex My firm is currently under contract with Pacific Municipal Consultants of Sacramento (PMC) to conduct the required cultural resource work for the proposed Redding Sports Complex along Old Oregon Trail north of Highway 44 (see attached map). PMC has the contract with the City of Redding to complete the environmental documents for this project. A memorandum similar to this one has been sent to the Redding Rancheria, the Wintu Tribe, and the Wintu Education and Cultural Council (WECC). Bob Burns of the WECC verbally responded that they had no concerns, and the other two groups generally defer to Bob Burns on these issues. Do you have any concerns regarding cultural sites or issues in this area? You may respond verbally by phone (530) 244-0515, by letter, by fax (530) 241-6160, or by email (foxcoyote n,aol.com) Thank you. Enclosures 12272 Roca Lane • Redding, CA 96003 • (530) 244-0515 • Fax (530) 241-6160 APPENDIX E HYDROLOGY REPORT 09/28/00 THU 10:15 FAl 550926.1279 fML al ri-.ali - 03/E�7/^F9��4� 111:17 53132450E67H S BRAITHWAITE INC PAGE ©_ NORMAN S. BRAITHWAITE, INCORPORATED 1050 WEST STREET Rc DD1NG, CA 96001 PH: 530.245.0864 FAX: 530.245.0867 August 7,2000 Mark Teague Pacific Municipal Consultants P.O_ Box 1132 Mt. Shasta, CA 96067 rnafF Re: Redding Sports Complex,Flood Risk Issues. Dear Mark We have briefly reviewed the proposed Redding Sports Complex facilities for potential project impacts on flood risk. The proposed facility is located on a drainage basin divide between tributaries to Stillwater Creek and Clover Creek. Approximately 113 of the proposed development (northerly portion of the development) naturally drains to the Clover Creek basin and The remainder drains to the Stillwater Creek basin. No drainage from the proposed facility enters the Churn Creek basin. The natural divide between drainage basins is shown on Figure A. Soil types in the project area are approximately 60- percent low infiltration(hydrologic classification D)Redding Gravelly Loam and Redding- Red Bluff Gravelly Loam types and approximately 40-percent moderate infiltration (hydrologic classification B) Red Bluff Loam soil type. The distribution of soil types is shown on Figure B. Flood risk concerns related to the proposed development consist of increased runoff resulting from reduced infiltration rates and channelization of developed properties. Flood risk downstream in the Clover Creek basin is already very high and no increase in flood risk will be allowed in this basin_ Therefore, any project facilities draining to this basin must be designed to have no increase in runoff during any storm_ Flood risk in the Stillwater Creek basin downstream of the project is presently low. Project facilities draining toward Stillwater Creek should be designed to prevent an increase in the flood peak of the most probable 100-year flood unless it can be shown that the increase in flood peak can be handled by the downstream drainage facilities (culverts under Stare Route 44 and Airport Road) and will not represent an increased risk of damage during the'least damaging flood(smallest flood for which damage is incurred downstream). 00/28/00 TEL: 10:15 FAl 5500264279 rIL 08/07/_000 10:17 n02450867 td S BRAITHWAITE II,It_ IDAI E 03 The majority of the project facilities consist of ball fields and wetlands that have little impact on flood peak flows (especially if on nyutniogic class it soils)_ Portions of development of greatest concern to flood risk are parking lots, tennis courts and development components that reduce the ability of rainfall to infiltrate into soils. Of greatest concern is approximately 2-acres of parking lot located in Red Bluff Loam (hydrologic classification B soil) draining toward Clover Creek Options to address the flood risk concerns are listed below, 1) Drain entire project toward Stillwater Creek. Given the topography of the parcel to be developed, itis possible to drain the entire project toward Stillwater Creek. Studies will be required to verify the ability of the downstream drainage facilities to accommodate the increase in flood peak flow and to verify that project development will not increase risk of damage during the least damaging flood. If either of these conditions are found to be limiting, they may be mitigated (increase capacity of culverts and/or floodproofing) or detention may be incorporated on the project site to meet these conditions, 2) Drain project facilities to their natural drainage basins. F If project facilities are to be drained to their natural drainage basins, as with the option above, studies will be necessary to verify the ability of drainage facilities to accommodate the flood peak flows and to verify no increased risk of damage during the least damaging flood. Flood risk in the Clover Creek basin, however, is such that an increase in flood peak flow from any flood will be considered unacceptable therefore retention requirements may be significant and more comprehensive study will be rewired to show the project has no impact on flood risk. 3) Drain parking lots toward Stillwater Creek, north ball fields toward Clover Creek. Since ball fields are a low intensity land use with minimal impact on runoff, the increase in runoff generated by the ball fields may be offset by diversion of drainage from a portion of the Clover Creek basin to be covered by parking lots(and additional area as required) toward Stillwater Creek. The appropriate studies will be required. The City of Redding has constructed a detention facility in the upper reaches of Clover Creek downstream of the portion of the proposed development. The size and volume of this detention facility was ultimately dictated by wetland mitigation concerns and not flood risk concerns. As a result, this facility, as is, has approximately 11-acre feet of capacity and with modification of the outlet works, up to 31-acre feet of capacity available for mitigating flood risk due to upstream development. This facility is not being considered for further mitigation of existing downstream flood risk required by the recent Clover Creek flood litigation settlement. The City of Redding (specific departments)will have to be reimbursed a portion of their cost developing this detention facility if used for mitigating flood risk from the proposed sports complex 09/28/00 THU 10:16 FAL 5309264279 YhiL hi Jtiy�i.y 08/07P,000 10:17 533 45067 H S ERAITHWAITE INC FAGS 04 Given the existing flood risk concerns in the Clover Creek basin, the first option listed above should be considered most appropriate unless studies indicate significant limitations of this option. The third option should then be considered over the second_ Sincerely, IJUU A r' 7 Norman S. Braithwaite, P.E. Civil Engineer 09/28/00 THU 10:16 FAX 5309264279 PMC MT SHASTA OS/07/2000 10:17 S30450667 II S BRAITHWAITE IHC PAGE 05 . - ... .- . *A.:7-'0'. .. • _,. • Alb*" •• , 1 --- . . k.k.,÷•-,- • - t ,,;),I: --• : . o •- L-) 1 ''• 4.5,C • , , .... • osa. NE9 ..:',• .• If ...., SY.' •• • 'Cot. .. 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The proposed park facilities would be used primarily for softball,baseball,and soccer. The project site is bordered to the south and east by existing residences. This section examines specific noise impacts related to the proposed Redding Sports Park project at the nearest residences to the project site. ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING Background on Noise Noise is often described as unwanted sound. Sound is defined as any pressure variation in air that the human ear can detect. If the pressure variations occur frequently enough (at least 20 times per second), they can be heard and are called sound. The number of pressure variations per second is called the frequency of sound, expressed in Hertz(Hz). Measuring sound directly in terms of pressure would require a very large and awkward range of numbers. As a result, the decibel scale was devised to keep the numbers in a more manageable range. The decibel scale uses the hearing threshold (20 micropascals), as a point of reference, defined as 0 dB. Other sound pressures are then compared to the reference pressure, and the logarithm is taken to keep the numbers is a practical range. The decibel scale allows a million-fold increase in pressure to be expressed as 120 dB, and changes in levels (dB) correspond closely to human perception of relative loudness. Table 1 shows examples of noise sources associated with various sound levels. The perceived loudness of sounds is dependent upon many factors, including sound pressure level and frequency content. However,within the usual range of environmental noise levels,perception of loudness is relatively predictable, and can be approximated by the A-weighing network. There is a strong correlation between A-weighted sound levels(expressed as dBA)and the way the human ear perceives noise. For this reason, the A-weighted sound level has become the standard tool of environmental noise assessment. All noise levels reported in this section are in terms of A-weighted levels. Appendix A contains the acoustical terminology used in this report. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 1 I I I _-. . -. . . ._ . . . . VIMMIN WAY I. I ....1 M °:1\'.; • I I I ;Er-- A . ..4.7 A Ilill (41flith. �. ii. Mill �= •• _ :C III.0",-A. �`_ , I ' ��f.1.li1/11 IF6 gra �.r_ 1. cuiit _ _ -r,� '604 11 II 0 ii . - ,,.._, - 7---W2 ' I r..r 1 Ir B (di' . �_.. ... p % Y :m d. .Ir. ly , v- d� • 5 .w,o.. V . ` ' . v hi Fr C 4 .�- __ — .1116.4...11. t.- • 0 Continuous Noise Measurement Sites Q Short Term Noise Measurement Sites Source: Bollard & Brennan, Inc. PMC Figure 4.9-2 N ----.,.---- Noise Measurement Locations Redding Sports Complex 4.9-4 City of Redding Draft DR Table 1 Examples of Maximum Sound Levels NOISE SOURCE SOUND LEVEL SUBJECTIVE DESCRIPTION Amplified rock'n roll ► 120 db Jet takeoff @ 200 ft ► Deafening Auto Horn @ 10 ft.► 100 db Pneumatic Concrete Breaker* Very loud Dog Bark @5ft* 80db Freeway traffic @ 50 ft ► Loud Conversation @ 6 ft ► 60 db Typical office interior ► Moderate Soft radio music ► 40 db Interior of Residence at Night* Faint Whisper* 20 db Human Breathing* Very Faint Threshold of Hearing ► 0 db Community noise is commonly described in terms of the "ambient"noise level, which is defined as the all-encompassing noise level associated with a given noise environment. A common statistical tool to measure the ambient noise level is the average, or equivalent, sound level (Leq), which corresponds to a steady-state sound level containing the same total energy as a time-varying signal over a given time period(usually one hour). The Leq is the foundation of the composite noise descriptors such as the Day/Night Average Level (Ldn), and shows very good correlation with community response to noise. The Day-night Average Level(Ldn),is based upon the average hourly Leq over a 24-hour day,with a+10 decibel weighting applied to nighttime (10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) Leq values. The nighttime penalty is based upon the assumption that people react to nighttime noise exposures as though they were twice as loud as daytime exposures. Like the Leq, Ldn is an average and tends to disguise short-term variations in the noise environment. Because it presumes increased evening or nighttime sensitivity, it is best applied as criteria for land uses where nighttime noise exposures are critical to the acceptability of the noise environment, such as residential developments. Noise in the community has often been cited as being a health problem, not in terms of actual physiological damage such as hearing impairment,but in terms of inhibiting general well-being and contributing to undue stress and annoyance. The health effects of noise in the community arise from interference with human activities such as sleep, speech, recreation, and tasks demanding concentration or coordination. When community noise interferes with human activities or contributes to stress,public annoyance with the noise source increases, and the acceptability of the Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 3 environment for people decreases. This decrease in acceptability and the threat to public well-being are the bases for land use planning policies preventing exposure to excessive community noise levels. Existing Land Uses in Project Vicinity The project site is currently unimproved. The site is bordered to the east by existing large-lot residences,beyond which is Old Oregon Trail. To the south,the site is bordered by Tarmac Road, and existing residences on the south side of that road. To the west, most of the site is bordered by the City of Redding corporation yard and City transfer station. South of the City facilities,there is a single family residence which abuts the extreme southwest corner of the project site. To the north, the site is bordered by Viking Way, beyond which is an automotive dismantling yard, vacant industrial parcels, and a one residence. Existing Ambient Noise Levels in Project Vicinity The existing ambient noise levels in the immediate project vicinity is defined primarily by activities at the City corporation yard and transfer facility,and local traffic on Old Oregon Trail,Viking Way, and Abernathy Lane. To quantify existing ambient noise levels in the immediate project vicinity, short-term and continuous noise level measurements were performed. The continuous noise level measurements were conducted at three locations on the project site boundaries from August 12-15, 2000. The short-term noise measurements were conducted at 7 additional locations on the project site boundaries on August 11, 2000. The noise measurement locations are shown by Figure 1. Larson Davis Laboratories (LDL) Model 820 integrating sound level meters were used for the ambient noise level measurements. The meters were calibrated before and after use with an LDL CA-200 acoustical calibrator to ensure the accuracy of the measurements. The measurement system meets all pertinent specifications of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI S 1.4) for precision sound level measurement equipment. The noise level meters were programmed to record the maximum(Lmax) and average(Leq)noise levels for direct comparison against the City of Redding noise standards. The maximum value, denoted Lmax, represents the highest noise level measured at any time during each 1-hour period of the survey. The average value, denoted Leq, represents the energy average of all of the noise received by the meter during each hour of the survey. A summary of the noise level measurement results is provided in Table 2. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 4 Table 2 Measured Ambient Noise Levels - Redding Sports Park Site August 11-15, 2000 Short Term Noise Measurement Sites(August 11,2000): Site Time Maximum(Lmax) Average(Leq) Sources 1 10:00 am 60 50 Old Oregon Trail traffic 2 10:50 am 50 41 Old Oregon Trail traffic 3 11:10 am 70 57 Old Oregon Trail traffic 4 12:00 pm 50 40 Distant traffic,transfer station 5 12:30 pm 75 57 Abernathy Lane traffic 6 3:30 pm 58 41 Transfer station 7 1:00 pm 71 52 Viking Way traffic Continuous Noise Measurement Sites(August 12-15, 2000): Site Day(s) Maximum(Lmax) Average(Leq) Sources A Sat./Sun. 59 44 Mon./Tues. 64 48 B Sat./Sun. 60 46 Local&distant traffic,x-fer station Mon./Tues. 65 51 C Sat./Sun. 62 49 Mon./Tues. 64 51 Notes: 1. Noise measurement locations are shown on Figure 1 2. Maximum and average noise levels shown for continuous sites are the mean of the measured hourly levels for daytime hours only(7 am to 10 pm). REGULATORY SETTING City of Redding General Plan Noise Element: The current City of Redding General Plan Noise Element establishes acceptable exterior daytime and nighttime noise level standards of 60 dB and 50 dB Leq,respectively, for residential land uses. However, the City is currently in the process of updating the General Plan Noise Element, which contains noise standards which are 5 dB more restrictive than the current standards. Specifically, the proposed daytime and nighttime noise standards applicable to residential uses affected by non- transportation noise sources are 55 dB and 45 dB Leq, respectively. This analysis will assess the state of compliance of the Redding Sports Park noise with both the existing and proposed noise standards of the City of Redding. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 5 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Criteria The significance of project-related noise impacts are also determined by comparison of project- related noise levels to existing no-project noise levels. An increase of at least 3 dB is usually required before most people will perceive a change in noise levels, and an increase of 5 dB is required before the change will be clearly noticeable. A common practice has been to assume that minimally perceptible to clearly noticeable increases of 3-5 dB represent a significant increase in ambient noise levels. Table 3 was developed by the Federal Interagency Committee on Noise (FICON) to provide guidance in the assessment of changes in ambient noise levels resulting from airport improvement projects. Their recommendations are based upon studies that relate aircraft noise levels to the percentage of persons highly annoyed by the noise. Although the FICON recommendations were developed to assess aircraft noise impacts,they are considered to be applicable to traffic noise level increases as well. Table 3 Significance of Changes in Cumulative Noise Exposure Ambient Noise Level Without Project(Ldn) Significant Impact <60 dB +5.0 dB or more 60-65 dB +3.0 dB or more >65 dB +1.5 dB or more Source: Federal Interagency Committee on Noise(FICON)as applied by Brown-Buntin Associates,Inc. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 6 IMPACTS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT Standards of Significance Implementation of the project would result in significant noise impacts if the project would result in any of the following conditions: 1. Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance,or applicable standards of other agencies. 2. Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels. 3. A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project. 4. A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project. Significant noise impacts are identified for the proposed project if project-generated noise either exceeds the applicable City of Redding Noise Element standards, or if the project would result in a significant increase in noise levels at existing noise-sensitive land uses, defined as 5 dB. Method of Analysis A combination of use of existing literature,noise level measurements, and application of accepted noise prediction and sound propagation algorithms, were used to predict project-generated noise levels and changes in ambient noise levels resulting from the project. Specific noise sources evaluated in this section include off-site traffic,picnic/playground area noise,sports-related playing- field activities,and project construction. The potential noise generation of each of these major noise sources are described below. Noise Impact Assessment Methodology for On-Site Activities Playground& Picnic Area Noise Emissions The project includes a play and picnic area in the middle portion of the softball area, located generally in the northern portion of the site. The play area includes a children's playground, a basketball court,and 4 volleyball courts. Noise sources at the this areas would primarily be shouting children, basketball and volleyball games. The noise generation of this area will depend on the intensity of the playground usage and number of persons engaged in basketball and volleyball games. Bollard & Brennan, Inc. file data collected at various playground areas indicates that average and maximum noise levels generated from this area will likely be approximately 60 dB Leq and 75 dB Lmax at a distance of 100 feet from the center of this area, assuming fairly heavy utilization. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 7 Baseball/Softball Diamonds and Soccer Fields The project proposes the construction of six adult softball fields. The softball fields would be constructed in the northern portion of the site. Two groups of three fields would be constructed, each group laid out in a semicircular pattern. Bleacher stands and lights would be installed for each field. Some fields may have a built-in public address system that would be used during league games and tournaments. A large open area would be located between the two groups,within which restrooms, concession stands and the aforementioned picnic area would be located. The project proposes the construction of two adult baseball fields. These fields would be constructed in the south central portion of the project site. One baseball field would be oriented toward the northwest,while the other would be oriented toward the southeast. Bleacher stands and lights would be installed for each field. The fields may have a built-in public address system that would be used during league games and tournaments. A small open area would be located between the fields,which would be used for restrooms and concession stands. The project proposes to construct 18-20 acres of soccer fields, or approximately five fields. The fields would be located in the southeastern corner of the project site. The actual layout of the fields is not known at this time, as the design would depend upon whether or not a proposed realignment of Old Oregon Trail is constructed. A restroom and concession stand area would be constructed adjacent to the fields. The fields would have lights and possibly some bleacher seats. Noise sources at these baseball/softball diamonds and soccer fields would primarily be shouting children and cheering adults during intermittent periods of the sporting events. Bollard&Brennan, Inc.file data collected at various outdoor recreation areas indicates that average and maximum noise levels during games are approximately 55-60 dB Leq and 70-75 dB Lmax at a distance of 100 feet from the focal point of the playing fields. For baseball games, the focal point tends to be in the vicinity of the pitchers mound, with the participants and spectators all centrally located around and generally facing that position. For soccer games,the focal point is more variable,with considerable excitement generated when the ball is near either goal,but with the sound of the participants generally spread out over the entire field and the sounds of spectators spread out along the sidelines. This analysis also assumed that the cumulative noise generation of the baseball diamonds is centered at the pitchers mound and at the approximate center of the soccer fields. Distances to Nearest Residences and Resulting Noise Levels The approximate distances from the focal points of the nearest play areas to the nearest residences in the project area are shown in Table 4. Table 6 also shows the predicted playing field noise levels at those nearest noise-sensitive areas in terms of average (Leq), maximum (Lmax), and day/night average (Ldn) levels. The calculations of Ldn assume 8 hours of sustained play area usage in a given day to arrive at a conservative estimate of play area noise emissions. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 8 Table 4 Noise Generated by the Redding Sports Park at the Nearest Existing Residences Predicted Sound Levels Source Direction Distance Leq Lmax Central Play Area South 2,000+ 34 49 East 700+ 43 58 Softball South 1,800+ 35 50 East 600+ 44 59 Soccer South 200 54 69 East 100 60 75 Baseball South 700 43 58 East 900 41 56 Combined South — 54 69 East — 60 75 Notes: 1. The distances are measured from the nearest residence in the direction shown to the effective noise center of the various activities. 2. Predicted levels are based on conservative estimates of playing field noise generation. Specifically, reference average and maximum noise levels of 60 dB Leq and 75 dB Lmax,at 100 feet from the source. 3. Levels are calculated at the receiver locations based on standards spherical spreading of sound from the source(6 dB per doubling of distance). Construction Noise Impact Assessment Methodology During the construction phases of the project, noise from construction activities would add to the noise environment in the immediate project vicinity. Activities involved in construction would generate maximum noise levels,as indicated in Table 5,ranging from 85 to 90 dB at a distance of 50 feet. Construction activities would be temporary in nature and are anticipated to occur during normal daytime working hours. Noise would also be generated during the construction phase by increased truck traffic on area roadways. A significant project-generated noise source would be truck traffic associated with transport of heavy materials and equipment to and from construction sites. This noise increase would be of short duration, and would likely occur primarily during daytime hours. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 9 Table 5 Construction Equipment Noise Type of Equipment Maximum Level,dB at 50 feet Bulldozers 87 Heavy Trucks 88 Backhoe 85 Pneumatic Tools 85 Source:Environmental Noise Pollution,Patrick R.Cunniff, 1977. Traffic Noise Impact Assessment Methodology To assess traffic noise impacts, the increase in traffic noise levels resulting from the project are predicted for both existing and future conditions. Noise impacts are identified at existing noise- sensitive areas if the noise level increases which result from the project exceed the significance thresholds shown in Table 3. Table 6 shows the existing and future, project and no-project traffic volumes and corresponding project-related traffic noise level increases. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park- The City of Redding Page 10 Table 6 Traffic Volumes and Project-Related Traffic Noise Level Increases Redding Sports Park Project-The City of Redding, California Existing (Pk. Hr.) Cumulative (ADT) Roadway Segment N.P. Project Change(dB) N.P Project Change(dB) Old Oregon Trail Old Alturas-Viking 359 439 0.9 9,100 9,700 0.3 Viking-Old 44 Dr. 376 564 1.8 7,000 9,000 1.1 Old 44-Hwy 44 810 1050 1.1 15,000 16,800 0.5 Viking Way Abernathy-Old Oregon 90 198 3.4 1,900 2,600 1.4 Old Alturas Rd. Abernathy-Old Oregon 316 330 0.2 9,100 9,200 0.1 E. of Old Oregon 303 345 0.6 3,800 4,100 0.3 Highway 44 W. of Old Oregon n/a n/a — 29,900 31,000 0.2 E. of Old Oregon n/a n/a — 27,700 27,900 0.0 Notes: 1. Source: Fehr&Peers Traffic Analysis and Bollard&Brennan,Inc. 2. Changes shown are in terms of Peak Hour Average Levels(Leq)for existing conditions,and Day/Night Average Level(Ldn)for cumulative conditions. Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 11 Specific Project Related Noise Impacts and Mitigation Measures On-Site Activity Noise Impacts Impact 1: Routine activities at the park, including the central play area, softball, baseball and soccer practices and games, will generate clearly audible noise levels at existing noise-sensitive land uses in the immediate project vicinity. According to Table 4,the only project-related activity which would exceed City of Redding noise standards would be soccer-related games and practices. This is because of the relatively close proximity of the proposed soccer fields to existing residences. In addition, comparison of the ambient noise level data described previously in this section against the Table 4 data indicates that the residences located nearest to the soccer fields are the only areas where soccer-related activities would cause a significant increase in ambient noise levels. Specifically,noise associated with soccer games on the fields closest to the existing residences to the south and east will be approximately 54-60 dB Leq, respectively. While these levels would satisfy the existing 60 dB Leq daytime noise standard,they would exceed the proposed 55 dB Leq standard at the residences to the east,and the existing and proposed nighttime standards in both the easterly and westerly directions. Therefore, this is considered a significant noise impact. Mitigation for Impact 1: MM 1(a): During site grading, an earthen berm should be erected along the northern, eastern, and southern perimeters of the proposed soccer fields. The berm should be constructed to a height of 6 feet relative to the soccer fields. This measure would reduce noise generated by the nearby soccer activities at those adjacent residences by approximately 5 dB,thereby reducing the potential for adverse public reaction to the park generated noise. The resulting noise levels would satisfy the proposed 55 dB Leq daytime noise level standards at the nearest potentially affected residences. MM 1(b): Nighttime soccer games and practices (those occurring after 10 pm), should be conducted on the fields which are farthest from the nearest residential property lines. To achieve compliance with the proposed City of Redding 45 dB Leq nighttime noise standard,the center of the soccer field used during nighttime hours would need to be setback approximately 300 feet from the nearest residences. This setback assumes that the playing field would also be shielded from view of those residences by the intervening 6-foot tall berm described in MM 1(a). Significance of Impact 1 after Mitigation: Less than Significant Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 12 Construction Noise Impacts Impact 2: Project construction will result in a potentially significant temporary increase in ambient noise levels. Therefore,this impact is considered potentially significant and in need of mitigation. Mitigation for Impact 2: MM 2(a): All noisy construction activities should be limited to the hours of 7 am to 7 pm, and should be conducted in accordance with the guidelines established by The City of Redding with respect to construction activities. Significance of Impact 2 after Mitigation: Less than Significant Traffic Noise Impacts Impact 3: Usage of the proposed park will generated increased traffic on the local roadway network. According to Table 6, project related traffic noise level increases are predicted to be less than 3 dB on all roadway segments except Viking Way,between the project site access and Old Oregon Trail. Due to the low existing and projected traffic volumes on that segment of Viking Way(with and without the project),and the setback of the single residence located along that segment,traffic noise levels are not predicted to exceed the applicable City noise standards at that residence(60 dB Ldn). As a result, the threshold of significance for that roadway segment would be 5 dB, according to Table 3. Therefore, this impact is considered less than significant. Mitigation for Impact 3: None Required Public Address System Noise Impacts Impact 4: Public address(PA)systems will be a potentially-significant noise source associated with the proposed playing fields. The noise emissions of the public address system can be highly variable, depending on the number of speakers used in a given area, speaker height and orientation,and amplifier settings. Due to these variables,precise estimated of public address system noise emissions received at the nearest residences cannot be provided at this time. Nonetheless, because public address systems have historically been a source of nuisance noise, this impact is considered potentially significant and in need of mitigation. Mitigation for Impact 4: MM 4(a): Regardless of when events are terminated at the soccer,baseball, and softball fields. the P/A system should be designed so as to produce the minimum possible noise levels at the nearest existing residential areas. If sporting events are to be concluded prior to 10 p.m.,the public address system installed at the stadium should be designed Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park-The City of Redding Page 13 and tested so as not to exceed an average noise level of 50 dB Leq at the nearest residential property lines. If such events are to be concluded after 10 p.m.,the public address systems should be designed and tested so as not to exceed average noise levels of 40 dB at the nearest residential property lines. These level include a 5 dB penalty for annoyance associated with speech. MM 4(b): To the maximum extent practical, stadium events should be scheduled so as to conclude prior to 10 p.m. Significance of Impact 4 after Mitigation: Less than Significant Environmental Noise Analysis Redding Sports Park- The City of Redding Page 14 APPENDIX G TRAFFIC STUDY 4.4 TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION The Transportation and Circulation section of this EIR describes the potential transportation and circulation impacts associated with the development of the proposed City of Redding Sports Complex. The analysis focuses on potential impacts to the roadway, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian systems in the vicinity of the proposed project. As necessary, mitigation measures are identified to offset any impacts deemed significant. This section includes three parts. The first two parts are the environmental and regulatory settings. The environmental setting describes the existing transportation system and the regulatory setting describes the City of Redding General Plan goals and policies that apply to the project. The third part describes the impact analysis, potential project impacts, and associated mitigation measures to offset significant impacts. 4.4.1 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING The proposed City of Redding Sports Complex project would be located west of Old Oregon Trail, south of Viking Way, and north of Tarmac Road (see Figure 4.4-1). The site consists of 104 total acres adjacent to the City of Redding Corporation Yard and Transfer Station. Existing conditions for the study area transportation system are described below. EXISTING TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM The existing transportation system in the vicinity of the proposed project primarily consists of roadways. A detailed description of the roadways in the study area is provided below and followed by discussions relative to other modes, including transit, bicycles, and pedestrians. Roadway System In the vicinity of the project site, the following major roadways provide for existing circulation and access. State Route 44 (SR 44) is an east-west four-lane divided freeway that connects Interstate 5 near downtown Redding to areas east of the city limits. East of the Old Oregon Trail interchange, SR 44 becomes a two-lane expressway. Old Oregon Trail is a north-south two-lane rural arterial that extends from north of Redding to SR 44 where it becomes Airport Road. The segment of Old Oregon Trail from Old Alturas Road to SR 44 consists of rolling terrain with a posted speed of 35 m.p.h. This roadway segment will serve as the primary access to the proposed project. Old Alturas Road is an east-west two-lane rural arterial that extends west of Old Oregon Trail to Churn Creek Road and east of Old Oregon Trail to Boyle Road. Old Alturas Road consists of slightly rolling terrain and has a posted speed of 35 m.p.h. November 2000 4-1 E 13 4�o. 1 IP 41 PS RD ti OLD e reiro.,........____dt.--_........:_4N , NO 11"' REDDING 1 / O Ncor) VIKING WY.6 0 0CjAqm ¢ If 93 S s < 00 q 2 1 E.CYPRESS AVE. `�\ •/ �� < \\ ""LRD PROJECT m SITE OLD FOR FOUR DR. HARTNELL AVE. \ Eci WY Y 0 W Tt` W 0 90 Z 2 2 0 < 0 0 2 D m D v 0 as 1\ 1 \1 p RANCHO RD. N NOT TO SCALE fp FEHR &PEERS ASSOCIATES,INC. Transportation Consultants PROJECT LOCATION WWW!ZH1A1 DPEE1S.CON Sep 26, 2000 JAG FIGURE 4.4-1 :\Projects\1002\1282\graphics\FOl projloc.dwg N Viking Way is an east-west two-lane rural collector. Viking Way consists of slightly rolling terrain extending from Old Oregon Trail west past Abernathy Lane. West of Abernathy Lane, Viking Way primarily serves as access to industrial uses. The City of Redding Corporation Yard and Transfer Station is located at the intersection of Viking Way and Abernathy Road. This roadway has a posted speed of 35 m.p.h. and is proposed to serve as a secondary project access. Old Forty-Four Drive is an east-west two-lane rural collector that extends from the west of Old Oregon Trail east to Deschutes Road. Old Forty-Four Drive consists of slightly rolling terrain and has a posted speed of 35 m.p.h. Intersections of the study area roadways are a key component of the roadway system. These are the "nodes" that connect and interconnect all individual roadway segments of the system. Intersections are usually the critical elements of the roadway system in assuring adequate travel capacity, minimizing delays, maximizing safety, and minimizing environmental impacts. TRAFFIC OPERATIONS To determine the existing operating conditions of these roadways, five intersections were selected for analysis by City of Redding Staff. Traffic operations were analyzed during the p.m. peak hour for each intersection. The p.m. peak hour, or one-hour period between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. with the highest traffic volume on adjacent roadways, was analyzed to determine the worst-case traffic conditions with and without the proposed project. Trips generated during the a.m. peak hour for a sports complex are considered insignificant. Therefore, a.m. peak hour volumes were not analyzed. Operating conditions are typically described in terms of "Level of Service" (LOS). Level of service is a qualitative measurement of the effect from various factors on traffic operating conditions, including speed, travel time, traffic interruptions, freedom to maneuver, safety, driving comfort, and convenience. Level of service measurements range from "LOS A" (the best conditions) to "LOS F" (the worst conditions). Empirical LOS criteria and methods of calculation have been developed by the Transportation Research Board (TRB) and documented in the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), Special Report 209, Third Edition, 1994. These LOS definitions and calculation methods are the prevailing measurement standard used throughout the United States and are used in this study. Determining LOS for roadways and intersections requires different measurements, thus different methodologies are used for each analysis (i.e., stop-sign controlled intersections, signal controlled intersections, and roadway segments). The methods in the HCM identify LOS based on the average total delay in seconds incurred per vehicle for stop-controlled intersections. Signalized intersection LOS is based upon average stopped delay in seconds incurred per vehicle. Roadway segment LOS is determined by applying a standard capacity to roadway segments of different sizes (i.e., number of lanes, roadway type). The number of vehicles on the roadway segment per day is applied to this standard and the result is a ratio that determines roadway segment LOS. The specific LOS definitions for stop-sign controlled intersections, November 2000 4-3 signalized intersections, and roadway segments are shown in Table 4.6-1, 4.6-2, and 4.6-3, respectively. TABLE 4.4-1 STOP-SIGN CONTROLLED INTERSECTION LOS CRITERIA AVERAGE VEHICLE DELAY LOS DESCRIPTION (SECONDS/VEHICLE) A Little or no conflicting traffic for minor street approach. 0.0-5.0 B Minor street approach begins to notice presence of available gaps. 5.1 - 10.0 C Minor street approach begins experiencing delay for available gaps. 10.1 -20.0 D Minor street approach experiences queuing due to a reduction in 20.1 -30.0 available gaps. E Extensive minor street queuing due to insufficient gaps. 30.1 -45.0 F Insufficient gaps of suitable size to allow minor street traffic >45.0 demand to safely cross through the major traffic stream. Source: Highway Capacity Manual(Transportation Research Board, 1994). TABLE 4.4-2 SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION LOS CRITERIA AVERAGE VEHICLE DELAY LOS DESCRIPTION (SECONDS) A Uncongested operations;all queues clear in a single cycle. 0-5 B Very light congestion;an occasional phase is fully utilized. 5.1 - 15.0 C Light congestion;occasional queues on approaches. 15.1 -25.0 D Significant congestion on critical approaches,but intersection is functional. Cars required to wait through more than one cycle 25.1 -40.0 during short peaks. No longstanding queues formed. E Severe congestion with some longstanding queues on critical approaches. Traffic queue may block nearby intersection(s) 40.1 -60.0 upstream of critical approach(es). F Total breakdown,stop-and-go operation. >60.0 Source: Highway Capacity Manual(Transportation Research Board, 1994). November 2000 4-4 TABLE 4.4-3 ROADWAY SEGMENT LEVEL OF SERVICE CRITERIA FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION LOS A LOS B LOS C LOS D LOS E Freeway 6,110-per lane 9,770-per lane 14,340-per lane 17,590-per lane 19,200-per lane Expressway—High 6,300-per lane 7,350-per lane 8,400-per lane 9,450-per lane 10,500-per lane Access Control Urban Arterial-Low 4,740-per lane 5,530-per lane 6,320-per lane 7,110-per lane 7,900-per lane Access Control Rural Roadway 1,500-per lane 2,950-per lane 4,800-per lane 7,750-per lane 12,500-per lane Source: City of Redding Draft General Plan(March,2000) The proposed project may have impacts to certain study intersections serving the project site. The study area intersections determined by the City of Redding Staff are listed below: • Old Oregon Trail/Old Alturas Road; • Old Oregon TrailNiking Way; • Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive; • Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 Westbound Ramps; and • Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 Eastbound Ramps. Figure 4.4-2 shows the existing lane configurations, traffic controls, and p.m. peak hour traffic volumes for each study intersection. Fehr & Peers Associates conducted p.m. peak hour traffic counts at the study area intersections on Thursday, August 10, 2000. The peak one-hour period between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. for this analysis is 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Existing Conditions Operations Using the lane configurations at the study intersections and the traffic volumes identified by the counts, existing p.m. peak hour intersection LOS is determined using the methodology described earlier in this section. Table 4.4-4 displays the existing LOS and delay estimate for each study intersection. November 2000 4-5 TABLE 4.4-4 P.M. PEAK HOUR INTERSECTION LEVEL OF SERVICE EXISTING CONDITIONS TRAFFIC AVERAGE DELAY INTERSECTION CONTROL (SECONDS/VEHICLE) LOS Airport Road/SR 44 EB Ramps Stop-sign 6.9 B Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 WB Ramps Stop-sign 3.5 A Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive Stop-sign >45.0 F Old Oregon TrailNiking Way Stop-sign 0.9 A Old Oregon Trail/Old Alturas Road Stop-sign 4.5 A Source: Fehr&Peers Associates,2000 All intersections operate at LOS B or better in the p.m. peak hour under existing conditions with the exception of the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection, which operates at LOS E. Transit System Public transportation in the Redding area is provided by the Redding Area Bus Authority (R.A.B.A.), which provides both fixed-route and demand-response transit services. According to R.A.B.A., no fixed-route service is provided within the vicinity of the project site. The demand- response service provides door-to-door transportation for individuals who,because of a mobility- impairment, are unable to use the fixed-route service. Therefore, only demand response service is available within the vicinity of the proposed project. Bicycle and Pedestrian System Bicycle facilities are defined in the City of Redding Draft General Plan as follows: • Class I Bikeways (Paths) — Characterized by completely separate rights-of way separating cyclists from motorists; • Class II Bikeways (Lanes)—Delineated by signs and striping along street shoulders; and • Class III Bikeways (Routes)—Indicated only by posted signs on existing streets. No bicycle facilities (i.e., Class I — III Bikeways) exist within the vicinity of the proposed project. 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PEAK HOUR INTERSECTION VOLUMES - Transportation Consultants EXISTING CONDITIONS a+ww.F�iAivniras.toer Sep 26, 2000 JAG FIGURE 4.42 N:\Project5\1002\1282\graph,cs\F2_F4—projioc.owg REGULATORY SETTING Numerous regulations and policies from the circulation element for the City of Redding General Plan (1986) apply to the transportation system within the study area. Policy documents were reviewed as part of this study to assist in the development of impact significance criteria. A brief summary of the applicable regulatory guidelines reviewed for this study is provided below. STREETS AND HIGHWAYS Objectives 1) To maintain the existing road network in adequate condition and to ensure the safest and most efficient movement of people and goods possible within the constraints imposed by funding limitations. 2) Maintain a Level "C" Service for intersections and roadways that will, in effect, provide for stable traffic flow on streets and highways. Policies 1) To assign the highest priority to those projects that are designed to maintain the existing road network. 2) To place particular emphasis on reconstruction and improvement projects which enhance (a) safety, (b) circulation, or(c) reduce congestion. 3) To allocate road funds for those other projects which meet regional and local development goals. 4) To obtain right-of-way consistency with the Circulation Element of the General Plan in advance of need when available. 5) When feasible, the City should maintain a Level "C" Service for roads and intersections by adhering to the General Plan specified design standards. TRANSIT SYSTEM Objective 1) To promote and maintain a public-transit system which is safe, efficient, cost effective, and responsive to the needs of the residents. Policies 1) To encourage public use of the existing transit system, by ensuring that the transit system plans include adequate marketing funds. November 2000 4-8 2) To monitor transit system performance and develop appropriate recommendations for system improvements through periodic review of performance audits. 3) To ensure that transit claimants for Federal and TDA funds are in compliance with the appropriate statutes and regulations. 4) To provide adequate funding to extend the existing transit system to areas where unmet needs have been identified that are reasonable to meet. BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN SYSTEM Objective 1) To include plans for bikeway and pedestrian facilities in all road construction and improvement projects where it is appropriate and feasible. Policies 1) Assign priority to street and highway improvements that minimize conflicts between bicycles and autos by utilizing widened shoulders, bike paths, or lanes, which serve non-motorized transportation. 2) Where transportation interfacing projects are funded, assign priority to those projects that include bicycle-security facilities. 3) To emphasize education of bicyclists and enforcement of traffic ordinances and to encourage safer bicycle operation on shared-use streets and roads. November 2000 4-9 4.4.3 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES The transportation impact analysis identifies impacts to the roadway, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian systems. This section begins by describing the thresholds for determining when an impact is considered significant. The discussion of thresholds is followed by a description of the analysis methodology and the section concludes with the presentation of specific project impacts and mitigation measures under existing plus project conditions and cumulative plus project conditions. SIGNIFICANCE CRITERIA A significant environmental impact would occur if the proposed project would: Roadway System 1) cause the existing or cumulative no-project LOS at an analysis location to worsen from LOS A, B, or C to LOS D, E, or F; 2) exacerbate the existing or cumulative no project LOS D, E, or F at an analysis location; 3) create an inconsistency with policies concerning roadway systems set forth in the City of Redding General Plan; 4) create an inconsistency with policies concerning roadway design set forth in the City of Redding Improvement Standards. Transit System 1) create demand for public transit service above that which is provided, or planned to be provided; 2) disrupt existing public transit services or facilities; 3) interfere with planned public transit services or facilities; 4) create an inconsistency with policies concerning transit systems set forth in the City of Redding General Plan. Bicycle and Pedestrian System 1) disrupt existing bicycle or pedestrian facilities; 2) interfere with planned bicycle or pedestrian facilities; 3) create an inconsistency with policies concerning bicycle and pedestrian systems set forth in the City of Redding General Plan. November 2000 4-10 METHODOLOGY The discussion below describes the steps that were followed in estimating the number of project trips, determining the distribution of project trips, assigning the project trips to the roadway network, and analyzing traffic operations under existing plus project conditions and cumulative plus project conditions. Existing Plus Project Conditions For analysis purposes, the proposed project was assumed to be completely developed. The 104- acre sports park proposes to include 6 softball fields, 2 baseball fields, 5 soccer fields, a 40,000 square foot multi-use building, batting cages, concession stands, sports courts, and a trail system. A two-lane paved driveway that would extend 1,000 feet westward from Old Oregon Trail to a parking lot on-site would initially provide access to the project site. The proposed access site is approximately 0.25 miles southeast of the intersection of Old Oregon Trail and Viking Way. At project build out, the driveway would be extended northward to Viking Way. The access point from Viking Way would be approximately 200 feet west of the Old Oregon Trail and Viking Way intersection. Project parking would be provided on-site with a total of 850 parking spaces. The methods used to determine existing plus project conditions are described in the following subsection. The trips generated by the project under this scenario were added to the existing roadway system. Trip Generation Data relative to trip generation characteristics for sports parks is limited. The most common reference for trip generation data, Trip Generation (6`h Edition, Institute of Transportation Engineers, 1997, pages 646-647) includes a weekday rate of 4.57 trip ends per acre and a p.m. peak hour rate of 0.20 trip ends per acre for a Regional Park. A caution relative to use of these rates is included due to the small sample size. Further research of the sources of these data indicates that sports parks were not included. The data are for uses such as beaches, pools and lakes, picnicking, hiking trails and overnight camping. Using these rates for the proposed sports complex would potentially underestimate project trip generation. The proposed project land use is unique, and professional references for applicable trip generation rates are not available. To obtain trip generation information for this particular land use, Fehr& Peers Associates, Inc. conducted a review of previously completed traffic studies for similar projects in California. We reviewed seven sources of trip generation data from other studies and considered project size, rates, research data, and applicability. Based on this review, trip rate information from the following two sources were selected for use in this study: • Freeway Sports Complex EIR, City of Glendale, July 1996; • City of Laguna Hills Community Center Park EIR, City of Laguna Hills, May 1997. November 2000 4-11 These studies estimated trips based on traffic counts at individual components of a sports park such as baseball fields, softball fields, soccer fields, and multi-use buildings. These rates were applied to the proposed uses and quantities of the Redding Sports Complex and the resulting trip generation is shown on Table 4.4-5. TABLE 4.4-5 DAILY AND P.M. PEAK HOUR TRIP GENERATION TRIP RATE TRIPS PM PEAK HOUR PM PEAK HOUR LAND USE AMOUNT DAILY TOTAL IN OUT DAILY TOTAL IN OUT Softball 6 180.00 25.20 12.60 12.60 1,080 151 76 75 (fields) Baseball 2 180.00 25.20 12.60 12.60 360 50 25 25 (fields) Soccer 5 180.00 25.20 12.60 12.60 900 126 63 63 (fields) Community 40 22.00 1.75 0.88 0.87 915 70 35 35 Center(ksf) Total Trips: 3,255 397 199 198 Notes: ksf=thousand square feet Source: Fehr&Peers Associates,2000. Trip Distribution Figure 4.4-3 shows the estimated project trip distribution. Since the distribution of project trips depends on spatial distribution of residential uses in the area, a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) model of Shasta County was used to inventory all residential uses in directional locations (i.e., north, south, east, west). Residential uses within the study area were geographically divided into sectors, and the quantity of homes in each sector was totaled. The percentage of the total homes in each sector along with existing traffic data was used to determine the directional distribution of project trips. Trip Assignment The project trips were added to the existing traffic counts based on the trip distribution percentages in Figure 4.4-3. The resulting "existing plus project"p.m. peak hour traffic volumes are shown on Figure 4.4-4. November 2000 4-12 CD cy 09� 3,� vJ Q CD ce0 Proposed Project Access C% VIKING WY. . I a 78% . Wito •41 1 ,PROJECT r///ITE/ RD. TARMAC . 0 0 0 ® m 0 z —•1 33% 3 OLD FORTY-FOUR DR. r- HARTNELL AVE. 79 <f(, 9Q 0 CD 11cc0 N a cc NOT TO SCALE Q fp FEHR &PEERS ASSOCIATES,INC. 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PEAK HOUR INTERSECTION VOLUMES - Transportation Consultonts WW W.FFFffiAAIVDPEERf.COY COM EXISTING PLUS PROJECT CONDITIONS Sep 26. 2000 JAG FIGURE 4.4-4 N:\Projects\1002\1282\graphics\F2_F4—projioc.dwg Intersection Analysis Based on the traffic volumes shown in Figure 4.4-4, an operations analysis was performed for the five study intersections. The results are shown in Table 4.4-6. TABLE 4.4-6 P.M. PEAK HOUR INTERSECTION LEVEL OF SERVICE— EXISTING PLUS PROJECT CONDITIONS EXISTING EXISTING PLUS CONDITIONS PROJECT CONDITIONS AVERAGE AVERAGE TRAFFIC DELAY DELAY INTERSECTION CONTROL (SEC./VEH.) LOS (SEC./VEH.) LOS Airport Road/SR 44 EB Ramps Stop-sign 6.9 B >45.0 F Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 WB Ramps Stop-sign 3.5 A 4.8 A Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Dr. Stop-sign >45.0 F >45.0 F Old Oregon Trail/Viking Way Stop-sign 0.9 A 1.3 A Old Oregon Trail/Old Alturas Road Stop-sign 4.5 A 5.9 B Source: Fehr&Peers Associates,2000 The project trips added to the existing roadway system will affect traffic operations at the study intersections. In general, p.m. peak hour delays will increase at each intersection. At the intersection of Old Oregon Trail and Old Forty-Four Drive, operations would deteriorate from LOS E to F. A much greater deterioration from LOS B to F would occur at the at the Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 Eastbound Ramps intersection. Specific impact statements and mitigation measures for the intersection impacts under"existing plus project conditions" are presented later in this section. CUMULATIVE NO PROJECT CONDITIONS The analysis of traffic operations under cumulative conditions is required under CEQA to determine if the addition of project traffic in combination with other traffic growth would cumulatively result in adverse impacts. The City of Redding Staff selected Year 2020 to represent cumulative conditions in the study area, which is the same year used for the City of Redding Draft General Plan, 2000. The following analysis of cumulative no project conditions provides a context for determining significant project impacts associated with cumulative plus project conditions. November 2000 4-15 Traffic Forecasts Average daily traffic forecasts for Year 2020 study area roadway segments are based upon the Shasta County 2020 General Plan Traffic Model. The model projects the number of vehicle trips generated within a geographic area, called a Traffic Area Zone (TAZ). TAZ 116 in the model represents the project area, which includes all land uses south of Viking Way, east of Abernathy Lane, north of Tarmac Road, and west of Old Oregon Trail. The traffic model forecasts 2,400 daily trips to be generated from TAZ 116 by Year 2020. However, TAZ 116 includes uses such as the City of Redding Corporation Yard and Transfer Station, and residences, which currently generate approximately 500 daily trips. To determine "no project" conditions, the projected land uses for the project site, which generate approximately 1,900 daily trips, were removed from TAZ 116 to yield "no project" conditions. The resulting "cumulative no project" average daily traffic volumes are shown on Figure 4.4-5. Planned Improvements Before analyzing the traffic impacts to the study area roadways under "cumulative no project conditions", planned improvements for the study area roadway, transit, and bicycle and pedestrian systems were reviewed. The various improvements are described below. Roadway System Improvements The cumulative no project conditions analysis assumed the following roadway improvements identified in the City of Redding Draft General Plan would be in place: • Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road widening to 4-lane expressway from Old Forty-Four Drive to Dersch Road. This improvement will include implementation of traffic signals at the intersections of Old Oregon Trail at Old Forty-Four, Old Oregon Trail at SR 44 westbound ramps, Old Oregon Trail at SR 44 eastbound ramps, and Airport Road at Hartnell Avenue; • Tarmac Extension as a two-lane collector from Abernathy Road to Old Oregon Trail; and • State Route 44 widening (4-lane expressway) from Airport Road to Deschutes Road. According to Doug Will, City of Redding Traffic Engineer, the Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road widening is already included in the City of Redding Traffic Impact Fee Program and will be implemented by 2020 (personal communication, September 25, 2000). The Tarmac Extension is not yet funded, but also does not affect the distribution or assignment of project trips. Shirley Choate, Project Manager from Caltrans anticipates that the State Route 44 widening will be programmed in the next (2002) regional transportation improvement program (RTIP) with construction likely to occur by 2005 (personal communication, September 26, 2000). November 2000 4-16 \ \ --,- ---\ 9,100 p 1 9,300 ai�Q J 3,800 � v Tr 9,100 4,100 9,200 cd o Proposed Project Access a I Q VIKING WY. I ca / A '''qIIIIIIIIIIti a PROJECT 9.000 NR ////MAC RD. 0 0 O db rn m 0 z OLD FORTY-FOUR DR. r- HARTNELL AVE. 29,900 15,000 31,000 16,800 79 O �O 27,700 19,300 27,900 19,800 LEGEND 11 hoc -Without Proposed Project c 1'1'1' -With Proposed Project cc I r_ — — — -Future Roadway 0 N a cc NOT TO SCALE c fp FEHR &PEERS ASSOCIATES,INC. ROADWAY AVERAGE DAILY TRAFFIC VOLUMES- Transportation Consultants WWW C0L CUMULATIVE CONDITIONS Sep 26, 2000 JAG FIGURE 4.45 N:\Projects\1002\1282\graphics\F3—F5—TRIPDIST.awg Transit System Improvements As stated in the City of Redding Draft General Plan, the City, in conjunction with RABA, will implement additional transit services to meet existing and future transit demand. At this time, there are no planned changes to transit service in the vicinity of the project. Bicycle and Pedestrian System Improvements Until the City adopts a Comprehensive Bikeway Plan, the Draft General Plan will guide the development of a well-integrated bikeway system. The following changes to the existing bikeway system in the vicinity of the proposed project are planned by the Draft General Plan to occur by 2020: • Construction of a Class II facility along Old Alturas Road from Old Oregon Trail to Churn Creek Road; and • Construction of a Class II facility along Old Oregon Trail from State Route 299 to the Redding Municipal Airport. Roadway Segment Analysis Based on the traffic volumes shown in Figure 4.4-5, an analysis of roadway operations was performed for the study area roadway segments. The results are shown in Table 4.4-7. TABLE 4.4-7 AVERAGE DAILY TOTAL TRAFFIC VOLUMES— CUMULATIVE No PROJECT CONDITIONS FUNCTIONAL NUMBER ROADWAY SEGMENT CLASSIFICATION OF LANES ADT LOS Old Alturas Road e/o Old Oregon Trail Rural Roadway 2 3,800 B Old Alturas Road w/o Old Oregon Trail Urban Arterial 2 9,100 A SR 44 e/o Old Oregon Trail Expressway 4 27,700 B SR 44 w/o Old Oregon Trail Freeway 4 29,900 B Old Oregon Trail n/o Old Alturas Road Urban Arterial 2 9,100 A Old Oregon Trail s/o Viking Way Urban Arterial 2 7,000 A Old Oregon Trail n/o SR 44 WB Ramps Expressway 4 15,000 A Airport Road s/o SR 44 EB Ramps Expressway 4 19,300 A Source: Fehr&Peers Associates,2000 November 2000 4-18 CUMULATIVE PLUS PROJECT CONDITIONS Similar to the "cumulative no project" analysis, the "cumulative plus project" scenario also assumes that the planned roadway improvements listed above will be implemented by Year 2020. Traffic Forecasts Cumulative plus project traffic volumes were calculated by adding the daily trips generated by the proposed project (3,250 daily trips) to the "cumulative no project" volumes, yielding the "cumulative plus project" average daily traffic volumes on study area roadways. The distribution of trips to and from the site is not expected to be different than existing conditions. Therefore, the addition of project trips for cumulative plus project conditions was based on the project trip distribution used under existing plus project conditions, shown previously in Figure 4.4-3. Figure 4.4-5 shows cumulative plus project conditions average daily traffic volume forecasts. Roadway Segment Analysis Based on the traffic volumes shown in Figure 4.4-5, an operations analysis was performed for the study area roadway segments. The results are shown in Table 4.4-8. TABLE 4.4-8 AVERAGE DAILY TOTAL TRAFFIC VOLUMES— CUMULATIVE PLUS PROJECT CONDITIONS FUNCTIONAL NUMBER ROADWAY SEGMENT CLASSIFICATION OF LANES ADT LOS Old Alturas Road e/o Old Oregon Trail Rural Roadway 2 4,100 B Old Alturas Road w/o Old Oregon Trail Urban Arterial 2 9,200 A SR 44 e/o Old Oregon Trail Expressway 4 27,900 B SR 44 w/o Old Oregon Trail Freeway 4 31,000 B Old Oregon Trail n/o Old Alturas Road Urban Arterial 2 9,300 A Old Oregon Trail s/o Viking Way Urban Arterial 2 9,600 B Old Oregon Trail n/o SR 44 WB Ramps Expressway 4 16,800 A Airport Road s/o SR 44 EB Ramps Expressway 4 19,900 A Source: Fehr&Peers Associates,2000 Under the cumulative plus project scenario, all roadway segments operate at LOS B or better. November 2000 4-19 IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES—EXISTING CONDITIONS The following discussion describes the impacts and mitigation measures that apply under existing plus project conditions. Roadway System Impacts According to the roadway system analysis results and the significance criteria for this Transportation and Circulation section, two intersections are projected to operate unacceptably, which results in the following specific impacts: Impact 4.4.1 Addition of project-generated traffic at the Old Oregon Trail/SR 44 Eastbound Ramps intersection would cause LOS to deteriorate from LOS B to LOS F during the p.m. peak hour. This is considered a significant impact. Mitigation Measure 4.4.1 The project applicant shall contribute its fair share of the cost to install a traffic signal at the SR 44 Eastbound Ramp intersection with Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road by paying the City of Redding traffic impact fee. This measure shall be implemented prior to the issuance of building permits for the proposed project. As discussed above, the City of Redding Traffic Impact Fee Program includes signalization of the SR 44 Eastbound Ramp intersection with Old Oregon Trail/Airport Road. The p.m. peak hour volumes at this location are high enough to justify installation of a traffic signal under existing conditions based on the peak hour volume warrant contained in the Traffic Manual, Caltrans, July 1995. With the installation of a traffic signal at this location, this intersection would operate at LOS C under existing plus project conditions. Therefore, implementation of this mitigation measure would reduce the impact to less than significant. Impact 4.4.2 Addition of project-generated traffic at the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection would cause a deterioration of the p.m. peak hour LOS from E to F. This is considered a significant impact. Mitigation Measure 4.4.2 The project applicant shall either construct an additional eastbound right-turn lane at the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection or contribute its fair-share of the cost to install a traffic signal at the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection by paying the City of Redding traffic impact fee. This measure shall be implemented prior to the issuance of building permits for the proposed project. November 2000 4-20 As discussed above, the City of Redding Traffic Impact Fee Program includes signalization of the Old Oregon Trail/Old Forty-Four Drive intersection. This mitigation action would improve the p.m. peak hour LOS to C or better under existing plus project conditions. However, an alternate mitigation is also available for consideration. Installing an eastbound right-turn lane would reduce overall intersection delay and provide for LOS C operations during the p.m. peak hour. Therefore, implementation of either mitigation action would reduce this impact to less than significant. Transit System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect public transit service or facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing service or facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned service or facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. Bicycle and Pedestrian System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect bicycle/pedestrian facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES—CUMULATIVE CONDITIONS Impacts under cumulative are based on a comparison of cumulative plus project conditions with cumulative no project conditions. The following discussion describes impacts and mitigation measures that occur under cumulative plus project conditions. Roadway System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect the roadway system based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The proposed project is not projected to adversely affect traffic operations within the study area, or does it modify or eliminate any existing roadways nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned roadway improvements. Therefore, no impacts would occur. Transit System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect public transit service or facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or November 2000 4-21 eliminate any existing service or facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned service or facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. Bicycle and Pedestrian System Impacts The proposed project description and site plan were reviewed to determine if implementation of the project would adversely affect bicycle/pedestrian facilities based on the significance criteria described in the beginning of this section. The project does not propose to modify or eliminate any existing facilities nor would the project's implementation interfere with planned facilities. Therefore, no impacts would occur. November 2000 4-22 SOURCES: Documents Brady/LSA,East Campus Playing Fields Project DEIR, August 1999. City of Redding, City of Redding General Plan — Circulation Element, 1986. City of Redding, City of Redding Public Hearing Draft General Plan, March 2000. City of Redding, City of Redding Public Hearing Draft General Plan DEIR, April 2000. County of Shasta, Shasta County Geographical Information System Model, 2000. Hogle-Ireland, Inc.,Laguna Hills Community Center Park DEIR, May 1997. Institute of Transportation Engineers, Trip Generation, 6th Edition, 1997. JC Draggoo and Associates, Redding Sports Park Development and Management Study, February 1999. The Planning Consortium, City of Glendale Freeway Sports Park EIR, July 1996. TJKM, Traffic Impact Study for the North Vallejo Community Center Expansion, September 1998. Transportation Research Board, Special Report 209 - Highway Capacity Manual, 3rd Edition, 1994. Personal Communications Will, Doug. City of Redding Traffic Engineer. Phone Conversation. September 25, 2000. Choate, Shirley. Caltrans Project Manager. Phone Conversation. September 25, 2000. November 2000 4-23 APPENDIX H ILLUMINATION ANALYSIS APPENDIX H ILLUMINATION ANALYSIS This appendix contains results of an analysis of potential illumination generated by sports field lights that could be installed on the project site. The analysis, prepared by Musco, Inc., estimated the amount of illumination generated from two types of softball fields (250-foot radius and 300-foot radius),a baseball field and a soccer field. For each type of sports field, illumination within the field itself and at a distance approximately 150 feet away from the edges of the field were estimated. The unit for measure of illumination is the footcandle, which is equivalent to the illumination produced by one candle at a distance of one foot striking a one square foot surface. Examples of typical illumination levels in footcandles are provided in Table H-I below. TABLE H-1 TYPICAL ILLUMINATION LEVELS Conditions/Location Illumination Level (footcandles) Exterior, Day: Clear sky 10,000 Overcast sky 1,000 Moderate shade 650 Dense shade 150 Interior: Inside, near window 1,000 Offices 75-100 Libraries 50-100 Classrooms 50-100 Kitchen 50 Auditorium 20 Living room 5 Corridors 5 Exterior, Night: Under street lamp 5 Full moonlight 0.02 Moonless, distant light 0.007 Source:City of Martinez,proposed ballfield lighting project for Martinez Regional Shoreline Park Draft EIR,January 1987, reprinted in City of Redding Riverland Recreation Area Draft EIR, May 1988. Field illumination estimates were for initial illumination and maintained illumination. Estimates for the 150- foot distances were measured in horizontal footcandles and maximum footcandles. An explanation of these terms follows: Initial illumination - Light levels for the first 100 hours of use of the lights/lamps. Maintained illumination- Light levels for the remainder of the life of the lights/lamps. The typical life of these lights is approximately 3,000 hours. Horizontal footcandles - Amount of illumination obtained by holding a light meter parallel to the ground, at a height of approximately three feet above grade. Maximum footcandles - Amount of illumination obtained by aiming a light meter directly at the lights. The graphics depicting initial and maintained field illuminations contain the assumptions about lighting used in the analysis, including number of poles, pole height, number of fixtures per unit, and fixture and lamp types. At the end of this appendix is a reproduction of Figure 8 of the Riverland Recreation Area Draft EIR, prepared for the City of Redding in May 1988. Figure 8 contains illumination contours for the proposed project, which included softball fields. According to the figure, the 0.2 footcandle contour extends approximately 420 feet from home plate between the foul lines of a softball field with a 250-foot radius. For a softball field with a radius of 300 feet,the contour extends to 470 feet from home plate between the foul lines. Actual contours on the project site would likely vary from the relationship established for the Riverland project, due to differences in topography, site design and lighting equipment and installation. However, the contours In Figure 8 provide a reasonable if rough approximation of potential illumination conditions beyond the sports fields, and were used to analyze the potential lighting impacts of the softball and baseball fields. For this analysis, all softball fields except for field#3 were assumed to have a 300-foot radius. Field #3 was assumed to have a 250-foot radius. 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Shasta, CA 96067 Attention: Mark Teague Please find the enclosed reports detailing an estimated cost to move the 115kV PG&E transmission lines for the proposed Redding Sports Park in Redding, California Please call if you have any questions or need any other information. i'. rel k . 1 etssner Vice-President 5199 Airport Road • Redding. CA 96002-9360' .^ Pboae. 530/223-8937 ♦ Fac 530/221-7038 ♦ trisisecsielectroilic.com • CA LIe. a 390480 Scope of Work Cal Electro Inc (CEI) is providing the enclosed cost detail for the proposed construction of 2,600 feet of new 115kV transmission line to relocate the existing lines now crossing the proposed site area for the new sports complex. The line will be built parallel 200 feet off the existing line. The property is located North of Highway 44, West of Old Oregon Trail, East of Abernathy Lane and South of Viking Way in Redding, California The proposed area will be staked off by a licensed surveyor to show the right of ways, location of new structures and a legal description of the site. The area will be cleared and grubbed of vegetation located in the right of way Work for the new 115kV transmission line will include the installation of two (3) sets of deadend structures,two (2) sets of in-line structures and a new conductor. All the new line construction will match the existing PG&E transmission lines. Work will also include the relocating of the existing fiber optic cable. Site Condition The proposed site is generally flat with 6 inch to 18 inch diameter oak trees about every 150 feet. The soil is a red clay and is believed to be hardpan approximately 3 feet down and it is our recom- mendation that a class II backfill material should be used for any structural backfill There are some wetlands and in the winter months the ground has a tendency to pond making it difficult for any type of construction equipment on the site. The construction area is surrounded by a few residential homes and businesses adjacent to the site. It is the belief of CEI that construction of this site will add only minimal noise and interruption to the surrounding homes and should not impact the construction of the new transmission line. Potential Problems The existing 115kV transmission line is owned and operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and it has not yet been determined whether clearance will be provided or if the work must be performed while hot. Relocation Process It will be necessary for a temporary shut down to facilitate the tie-in of the PG&E 115kV line and move and set the power from the 115kV line and set one (1),three(3)pole structure in the existing right of way. The 115kV line will need to be tied into the existing line and spliced into the existing fiber optic cable. Location 1: Install pole with four(4) anchors and downguys. Move the jumper support arm to the Eastside. Location 2: Install two (2) 75 foot Class II poles and one (1) 65 foot Class II pole. Install a steel crossarm measuring 38 feet by 2 inches, galvanized steel DIX, 91 insulators- suspension type, seven(7) an- chors and downguys plus miscellaneous hardware. Location 3 & 4: Install two (2) 60 foot Class II poles, one(1) extension arm galvanized steel#7,measuring 30 feet by 4 inches, 27 suspension insulators and miscellaneous hardware. Location 5 and 6: Install two (2) 75 foot Class II poles and one(1) 65 foot Class II pole. Install a steel crossarm measuring 38 feet by 2 inches,DIX , 91 insulators- suspension type, seven(7) anchors and downguys plus miscellaneous hardware. Cost Detail: See attached. Material Required: See attached. Eauioment Required: See attached. 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