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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso. 1990-517 - Certifying Completion of Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project • • � � RESOLUTION NO.QO_$/7 A RESOLUTTON OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDDING CERTIFYING THE COMPLETION OF A FINAL SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE }1MENDMENT TO THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CANBY-HILLTOP-CYPRESS REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT. WHEREAS, the Redding Redevelopment Agency ( the "Agency") has prepared and submitted to the City Council a proposed Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan (the "Amendment") to the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project which would add area to the Project (the "Added Area") , increase certain limits in, add certain public improvements to and make other technical and textual changes to the Redevelopment P1an; and WHEREAS, a supplemental environmental impact report (the "EIR") on the Amendment was prepared by the Agency pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et s�. ) ; the Guidelines for Implementation of. the California Environmental Quality Act (14 C.C.R. Section 15000 et. seg. , hereinafter the "State CEQA Guidelines") ; and 1oca1 procedures adopted by the Agency pursuant thereto; and WHEREAS, a Notice of Completion of the Draft Supplemental EIR was f.iled with the Office of. Planning and Research on Apri1 24, 1990, and a public notice of the availability of the Draft Supplemental EIR was published in the Redding Record Searchlight, on April 25, 1990; and WHEREAS, copies of the Draft Supplemental EIR were distributed to the State Clearinghouse and to those public agencies which have jurisdiction by law with respect to the Project, as proposed to be amended, and to other interested persons and agencies, and the cortunents of such persons and agencies were sought; and N i WHEREAS, the Draft Supplemental EIR was thereafter revised and �� � .� r supplemented to adopt changes suggested, to incorporate cormnents received and � �i • , � � the Agency' s response to said corr¢nents, and as so revised and supplemented, a Final Supplemental EIR was prepared and submitted to the City Council; and WHEREAS, a joint public hearing was held by the Agency and the City Council on October 2, 1990, on the Amendment to the Plan and the Final Supplemental EIR relating thereto, following notice duly and regularly given as required by 1aw, and a11 .interested persons expressing a desire to comment thereon or object thereto having been heard, and said Final Supplemental EIR and all coirmients and responses thereto having been considered; and WHEREAS, the Final Supplemental EZR consists of the Draft Supplemental EIR, as revised and supplemented, made a part of the Agency' s Report on the Flmendment incorporating all comments received and the response of the Agency and the Council thereto as of the date hereof; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDDING DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The City Council has considered the Final Supplemental EIR for the Amendment as prepared by the Agency and has evaluated a11 comments, written and oral, received from persons who have reviewed the Draft Supplemental EIR. Section 2. The City Council hereby makes the written findings set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein, for each of the significant effects set forth in said Exhibit A, and further approves the statements of facts set forth in said Exhibit A. Based on such findings and statements of facts, the City Council hereby finds that significant environmental effects have been reduced to an acceptable level in that all significant environmental effects have been eliminated or substantially lessened. F3ased on the forego.ing, the City Counc.il f.i.nds and determines that - 2 - * � the Amendment to the Canby-Hilltop-Cypress Redevelopment Project will not have a significant effect upon the environment. Section 3. In the event it is determined that significant env.ironmental effects are not mitigated or substantially lessened, the City Council finds that the benefits of the Amendment outweigh such effects and hereby adopts the following statement of overriding considerations. The City Council hereby finds that, based on the findings and statements of facts set forth in Exhib.it A, and based on the Final Supplemental EIR and/or other information contained in the record, its act.ion to approve and carry out the Amendment is supported for the reasons that the Amendment wi11 encourage and assist in effectuating the objectives of the Redevelopment P1an, as proposed to be amended by the Amendment, to: eliminate blight.ing influences and correct environmental deLiciencies in the Added Area, including, among others, inadequate or deteriorated public improvements; permit the assembly of land into parcels suitable for modern, integrated development with .improved pedestrian and vehicular ci.rculation in the Added Area; replan, redesign and develop undeveloped areas whi.ch are staqnant or improperly uti.lized; strengthen retail and other commercial functions in the Added Area; provide opportunities for participation by owners and tenants in the revitalization of their properties; expand employment opportunities; improve recreational opportunities in the Added Area; and expand and improve the supply of housing for low- and moderate-income persons. Section 4. The C.ity Clerk of the City of Redding .is hereby directed to file a Notice of Determination with the County Clerk of Shasta Connty and the Office of Planning and Research pursuant to the provisions of Section 15096(i) of the State CEQA Guidelines. - 3 - . � � I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was introduced and read at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redding on the 16th day of OCtober , 1990, and was duly adopted at said meeting by the following vote: AYES: C011NCIL MEMBERS: AI"f1255 , Dahl , Fulton , Moss & Buffum NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: flOne ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NOne ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NOf12 —/ �'71/ii' ��'Jir�,�//1l/ • NANCY BUFF�7M; May�i� �' Cit o � y Redding ATTEST: �� _C6�S�t"� (i(• i�C:GGCI't_L� ETHEL A. NZCHOLS, City Clerk FORM APPROVED: R�},A ] ALL A. HAY� ity Attorney - 4 - � � EXHIBIT "A" FINDINGS ON SIGNIFICANT EFFECTS L DESCRIPSION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Topography, Soi1s, Geology and Seismic: Accelerated soil erosion durinc the construction phase of proposed projects and subsequent siltation an� water quality degradation of area streams and drainage ways could havE significant impacts on slopes, flooding and wildlife habitat. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmenta] effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. All requirements in the City of Redding Grading Ordinance includinc revegetation of cut and fi11 sLopes and the ❑se of energy dissipatoi devices in areas of concentrated storm flow sho�ld be followed. ThE point of discharge should be the natural drainage courses. b. Land shovld be excavated and graded dur.ing a single dry constructior season, from May to October. c. Natural vegetation should remain undisturbed where possi6le t< reduce erosion. d. Sediment basins, sediment traps, or similar sediment-contro] measures should be installed to retain sediment on-site beforc extensive clearing and grading operations begin. e. Restrict development from those areas that have slopes exceedi�g 2( percent grade. Establish minimum and ma�cimum cut and f.i11 limits. f . Have grading plans indicate phasing (when Eeasible) and incrementa] revegetation patterns as each phase is completed. g. Encourage the formation of storm-water improvement and maintenancE districts within watershed tributary areas for the purpose of reducing storm-water sediment damage and water turbid.ity. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of thE proceedings before the Council. 2. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Topography, Soi1s, Geology and Seismic: The shrink-swell action of expansive soils in the Project Area, particularly in the Northerr Addition could cause serious damage to foundations during the design lifE of. project structures and roadways. Soi1s in the Project Area could bE highly corrosive to uncoated steel. Construction and development or - 1 - � � � . slopes and river bluffs could have significant impacts on slope stab.ility. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterat.ions have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmenta.l effects thereoE as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. A site specific geotechnical report including a soil study should be prepared for each project requiring extensive earthwork. These studies should recortmiend engineering and construction techniques that would mit.igate potential impacts due to e;cpansive soils, slope instab.ility, corrosivity of so.ils, and other potentially hazardous geologic characteristics of the site. b. The new street between Hilltop Drive and North Market Street shall be designed so as to work with the topography of the bluff, and minimize the amount of cut and fill to the greatest extent possible. Retaining wa11s shall be utilized where appropriate. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 3. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Topography, Soils, Geology and Seismic: The potential for severe ground shaking could have significant impacts on project structures. The Council finds that as to sucy significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as .i.dentified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Seismic design requirements of the Uniform Building Code should be satisf.ied in order to ensure that project structures are designed to withstand the effects of ground shaking. This finding is supported by substant:ial evidence .in the record of. the proceedings before the Council. 4 . DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: vegetation and wildlife: Some projects, especially Bridges, will require removal of vegetation, including trees and understory vegetation of the Sacramento riparian habitat. 'Phe Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant env.ironmental effects thereo[ as identified .in the Fina1 Supplemental EZR. - 2 - . ` � The Facts supporting such Finding are as follows: a. Future roadway, bri.dge, or building construction and landscaping sites and pathways should be planned to minimize to the greatest e:ctent possible removing mature native tr.ees and other native vegetation considered valuable to wildlife. b. Native trees, particularly oaks, should have high priority for preservation. Valley, blue, and live oaks are an .important part of the visual landscape of Redding and provide high-quality habitat for wildlife. This find.ing is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 5. DESCRIPTSON OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Vegetation and Wildlife: Removal of vegetation during grading leads to greater topsoil erosion rates which, if unchecked, can result in siltation of local creeks. Increase in turbidity can affect aquatic wildlife and important spawning habitat for local resident and anadromous fish species. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental eftects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as fol.lows: a. Riparian vegetation removed as a result of redevelopment activities or secondary development should be replaced with native spec.ies of equal value to local wildlife; native vegetation elsewhere should be reta.ined wherever possible. Landscaping introduced by the project for beautification should consist of native species wherever possible. Native plants are generally more valuable as wildlife food sources and require less irrigation, fertilizers, and pesticides than exotic species. b. Steps should be taken by the City of Redding to protect the sensitive riparian corridors of the Project Area. Grease traps and sed.i.ment-catchment basins should be installed in appropriate locations to capture runoff from impervious areas such as parking lots and roadways throughout the Redevelopment Area, reduc.ing and min.imizing pollutants entering the delicate riparian ecosystem. c. The California Department of Fish and Game will l.ikely require a 1603 streambed alteration permit for all proposed projects which wi11 involve alteration of any natural watercourse in the Project Area. d. As recommended in the General Plan, to protect riparian habitats and to minimize erosion runoff and interference with surface water flows, development other than bridges, park development, or utility - 3 - s • line extensions should not penetrate riparian buffer areas along streams as delineated by the 100-year floodplain boundary prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 6. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Vegetation and Wildlife: The construction of circulation .improvements in the Northern Addition w.ill probably cause permanent displacement of more reclusive wildlife species from the site. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Construction activities should be as specifically localized as is feasible to minimize wildlife habitat disturbance. Temporary fences should be erected between construction sites and important wildlife habitat areas such as riparian corridors and oak woodland to protect the vegetation from being trampled by pedestrians and equipment access and storage. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 7 . DESCRIP'PZON OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Vegetation and Wi1dliPe: The vegetation that would be preserved near proposed projects could be indirectly damaged by construction activities. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such findings are as follows: a. The machinery, earthen, or stockpiled materials produced or used during the construction of water systems, storm drainage, buildings, roadways, and bridges should be kept away Lrom the drip lines of trees, vegetated areas, and drainage areas. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. - 4 - � � B. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Water Quality: Secondary growth facilitated by redevelopment would result in an increase .in the quantity of street contaminants entering streams and rivers in the planning area. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Yina1 Supplemental EZR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Any instream construction by the Redevelopment Agency should be scheduled to occur dur:ing L'.imes of the year when increased siltation wi11 have the least impact. Proper construction measures should be implemented to reduce the amount of siltation generated and should be identified in an Erosion Control Plan to be submitted to the Redding Public Works Department. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 9. DESCRIPTZON OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Water Quality: Water quality in waterways may be degraded temporarily by increased siltation due to instream construction. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The Lacts supporting such finding are as follows: a. When required, a 1603 Streambed Alteration Permit sha11 be obtained from the California Department of F.ish and Game for any work by the Redevelopment Agency within project area watercourses. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 10. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Water Quality: Secondary growth facilitated by the reduction of traffic congestion and increased access to previously undeveloped areas would result in an increase in imper.vious surfaces and an increase in the volume and vel.oc.ity of storm water runoff from the project si.te. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EZR. - 5 - � � . The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substant.ially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as i.dentified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. The mitigation measures for topography, soils, geoiogy and seismic in paragraphs 1 and 2; vegetation and wildlife in paragraph 5; and water quality in paragraph 8 will minimize the drainage impact. This find.ing is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedinys before the Council. 13. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Air ualitv� Construction activities could result in significant airborne concentrations of dust or particulate matter. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially l.essen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Areas of soil redistr.ibution should be watered down twice daily or as necessary to trap fugitive dust and particulates during construction until plantings or grass growth or huilding coverage reduce need. b. If water is limited, soil binders such as soil cement sho�ld be spread in conjunction with watering, or sheet coverinqs such as burlap should be used on sma11 areas. Areas covered with soil binders should be turned over prior to revegetation. c. During periods of excessive wind speeds, construction should be temporarily suspended and/or extra sprinkling applied to the soil. d. Disturbed areas should be revegetated or paved, as soon as possible, to reduce dust during construction activities. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 14. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Air Quality: Vehicular emissions from development facil.itated by the Redevelopment Project could extend the date of attainment of the ambient air quality standard for ozone. Also, improved traffic flow wi11 reduce pollutants due to decreased congestion, stop-and-go movements, and reduced idling time. - 7 - � � . The facts suppor.ting such findings are as follows: a. Provide greenbelts along streams and limit develonment on steep slope areas to provide a filtering effect from vegetation and along steep slope areas to minimize erosion. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of. the proceedings before the Council. 11. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Flooding and Drainage: Areas along Sulphur Creek and the Sacramento River are located within the 100-year flood plain as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and are subject to flooding. 'Phe Council finds that as to such signif.icant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Encourage enforcement of the City' s "FP" Floodplain Combining District ordinance. b. Maintain "Greenway" designations along identified floodways. c. Maintain a minimum building setback from the 100-year floodplain of the Sacramento River of 30 feet, and 15 feet for other creeks. d. Channelize the upper portion of Sulphur Creek as proposed in the mi.tigation measures identified in Final EIR-1-81 for the Benton Ranch Master P1an and Planned Development. e. Ensure that the finished floor elevation of structures in the "FP" District is one foot above the 100-year floodplain, as identified by FEMA. f. Avoid fi11s, channelization, or excavations that increase flood velocity, raise flood levels, or undermine stream banks. g. Impacts on storm drainage due to increases in impervious surfaces should be mitigated on a project-by-project basis through the City' s discretionary permit process. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 12. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Flooding and Drainage: Accelerated erosion due to exposure of soils to wind and rain during construction could result in sedimentation and reduced drainage capacity of the drainage courses. - 6 - � � . The Council f.inds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have 6een required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Finai Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such findings are as follows: a. Encourage the use of ex.istiny public-transit system. b. Install roadside landscaping where appropriate to filter particulates and reduce radiated heat. c. Determination of consistency with the Air Quality Management P1an developed in accordance with the California Clean Air Act should be made on a project-by-project basis as development occurs within and outside of the Redevelopment Project Area. d. Emission offsets should be required at a minimum for all development projects �ahich exceed 25 tons per year of induced emissions of non-methane hydrocarbons and/or oxides of nitrogen. The cumulative effect of al1 development on emissions of any non-attainment pollutant should also be recognized on a project-by-project basis. e. Pursue the proposed traffic projects to reduce congestion, stop-and- go traffic, and idling. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 15. DESCRIPTION OF SZGNIFICANT EFFECT: Fire Hazard: The provision of access to the undeveloped Benton Ranch property in the Northern Addition may increase the risk of wild land f:ire. Some increase in fire risk may result from temporary construction activities. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Fire-resistant roofing materials shall be utilized in the entire Northern Addition per City requirements. b. Brush should be removed a minimum of 30 feet from around all structures. c. Fences abuttinq open space areas should be constructed of non- combustible materials. d. Fire flows should meet ISO standards. - 8 - � � e. Development projects involving the dedication of open space land should be conditioned to require the one-time clearing, brushing, and shaping of a 15-foot-wide firebreak along the property lines of lots adjacent to steep public open-space areas to a11ow for the passage of weed-abatement eqUipment and emergency Fire Department equipment. 16. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: No.ise: Construction of the proposed projects would temporarily increase noise levels generated in the Redevelopment Area. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorparated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Fina1 Supplemental EZR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. EnForce the land-use noise standards presented in Table XIX. b. A11 construction vehicles and equipment should be properly muffled. California State Noise Standards for delivery motor vehicles should be met. c. Construction operations and related travel in the vicinity of the project site to and from the construction area should be limited to between the hours of 7 :30 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. , Monday through Saturday. The Redevelopment Agency should inform the public oE proposed construction timelines to minimize potential annoyance related to construction noise. d. The noise reduction standards for dwellings presented on Pages 76 through 83 of the Noise Element should be utilized when applicable and when recortm�ended under State and Federal laws in Title 24 of the California Administrative Code. e. Discourage the development of land-use noise generators adjacent to no.ise-sensitive uses through the establishment of compatible zoning d.istricts. f. In areas with existing or projected noise levels above the standards of California State Standard, retrofitting existing structures and neighborhoods with noise-attenuating equipment is a possible solution to existing and projected noise impacts. Soundwalls could be placed in areas where structures are not oriented towards the noise sources. g. The Redding Redevelopment Agency should provide noise reduction information such as windows, ceiling/roof and/or wall modifications to homeowners and cocmnercial business owners who are considering reconstruct.ion or remodeling to improve the sound-attenuating capabilities of their structures. - 9 - � � . This find.ing is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 17 . DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Fiistoric/Archaeological Resources: Subsurface construction activities could result in damage to known and unknown archaeological resources. The Council finds that as to such signiEicant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been requ.ired in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant env.ironmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. The Agency should require an archaeological study by a qualified professional archaeologist prior to construction of redevelopment projects in areas that have not been prev.iously disturbed or in areas known to have archaeological resources. This study should include recortmiendations to mitigate significant impacts identified in the study. b. Halt land alteration work immediately if archaeological resources are observed during construction activities. All land alteration work should be halted icmnediately and a qualified archaeologist should be notified. Prompt evaluations could then be made regarding the finds and a course of action acceptable to all concerned parties would be made. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 18. DESCRIPTZON OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Historic/Archaeological Resources: There is a possibility that Indian burial sites would be encountered during construction activities. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. In the event that human remains are observed during construction activities, halt all excavation disturbance of the site until the County Coroner has been .informed. Zf the remains are of Native American origin, notify the Native American Heritage Commission within 24 hours. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. - 10 - � � . 19. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Historical/Archaeological Resources: Historic resources, not previously identified, could be .impacted by proposed redevelopment projects. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified .in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Prior to construction, structures, foundations, and buildings in the project vicinity that are 45 years of age or older should be examined for historic significance. Cult:ural resources identified should be recorded on forms available from the State of California Office of Historic Preservation. b. Growth induced by redevelopment in Redding should be required to mitigate archaeological/historic impacts on a project-by-project basis. This f.inding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 20. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: V.isual Resources: []nsightly construction areas, obstruction of views by machinery, reduced or hazardous pedestrian and vehicle access, dust and particulate matter in the area, and other visually negative impacts. 'Phe Council Einds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The Eacts s�pporting such finding are as follows: a. Visual buffers such as temporary fences should be installed during construction phases to minimize the short-term adverse visual impacts which inevitably result from these phases. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 21. DESCR�IPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Visual Resources: Potential secondary visual .impacts may occur due to the construction of future projects which are facilitated by the redevelopment infrastructure improvements. The potential to disrupt or block view corridors or opportunities is possible, depending on proposed structure heights, bulks, designs, and specific locations. - 11 - � � . The Council finds that as to such siynificant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. The undergrounding of utility lines should be undertaken, where feasible, along public streets at the time of Agency construction or eeconstruction. b. Streetside landscaping should be used to beautify the Redevelopment Area. c. The City should be encouraged to adopt a design-review process to guide development in the visually sensitive areas such as the Northern Addition bluffs (Hilltop Drive) and riparian corridors (Sacramento River) . d. Development should be designed to blend into the natural landscape and not obscure, detract from, nor negatively affect the scenic quality of hillside areas. The use of natural building materials and colors, landscape screeniny, and setbacks should be used to mitigate visual impacts. Development along ridgelines should not silhouette against the skyline. e. Owners of frontage properties should be encouraged to maintain and repair their structures and landscap.ing in conjunction with public improvements to streets. f. Development should be consistent and designed to blend with the existing character of surrounding sites. g. EnEorce the City' s sign ordinance. Encourage use of low-profile monument-style signs and flush-mounted wall signs with dispostion and development agreements on surplus property. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 22. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Visual Resources: Construction of the proposed bridges over the Sacramento River would change existing views. The Council Einds that as to such signif.icant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: - 12 - � � . a. Private firms should be encouraged to submit proposed plans for the Sacramento River bridges with the contract being awarded to those desiyners who develop the most visually appealing and economically sound bridge design. This finding is supported 6y substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 23 . DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: V:isual Resources: The proposed bridges will require removal of visually valuable riparian forest trees. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project wh.ich avoid or substantially lessen the s.ignificant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a_ The mitigation measure for ve9etation and wildlife in paragraph 4 wi11 minimize the visual impact. This find.i.ng is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 24. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Visual Resources: The proposed projects in the Northern Add.ition will result in the loss of open-space lands. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the signiFicant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Install native plants and trees along the segment of the new street between Hilltop Drive and North Market Street traversing the bluff, to soften the visual impact of the roadway. b. Preserve ex.isting native oak, pine, and riparian trees on the sites to the extent feasible with site development. This find.ing is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 25. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Circulation: Construction of new roadway improvements �vould result in temporary disruptions to traffic flow and increased localized congestion. - 13 - � � 7'he Counc.il f.inds Lhat as to such significant effect identified above, chanqes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as .identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. Coordinate plans for construction within street rights-of-way with ofEicials of the Redding Police and Fire Departments. Ensure that adequate detour routes are established if through traffic is to be temporarily suspended. b. Time a11 constrnction activity in travel lanes to occur during off-peak hours. c. Complete trenching across streets in segments, to a11ow at least one travel lane to remain open at all times with the use of decking. Major streets should be open to at least one lane in each direction. d. Ensure adequate signing and placement of barricades with flashing lights as part of an overall traffic control plan. e. Use flagmen wherever opposing traffic flows are required to use the same travel lane. f. Implement plans to control pedestrian movement across the construction right-of-way at regular intervals. g. Adequate truck routes should be provided and maintained. h. Evaluate potential traffic impacts and access requirements for future private development actions on a project-by-project basis through the City's environmental review process. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 7_6. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Circulation: Placement oF new bus shelters could result in minor increases in traffic congestion and delays. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EZR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. New bus shelters should be placed far enough from heavily used intersections so that bus stops do not create delays or safety risks to passengers and motorists. Near congested intersections, the bus stops should have turnouts to ensure safety and prevent further traffic delays. - 14 - . � � This finding is suppor.ted by substantial ev.idence in the record of the proceedinys before the Council. 27 . DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Circulation: Sidewalks and crosswalks would improve transporation for pedestrians and bicycles. Bicycles may experience difficulty of travel on new roadways without bicycle lanes. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incarporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental eLfects thereof as identified in the Final Supp.Lemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. On a11 new street extensions, I-5 interchange modifications, and the bridye crossings, bicycle lanes or sidewalks of sufficient capacity to accommodate bicycles should be included in tne design. This f.inding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 28. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Circulation: Construction of a second access to Lowden Lane will most l.ikely result in the removal of one residence and possibly one business. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts support.ing such finding are as follows: a. Any persons (residents or businesses) displaced will be assisted in accordance with the State Relocation Law. b. No person shall be displaced from their residence unless comparable, aFfordable replacement housing is available. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 29. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Community Services and Fiscal Conditions: Construction activities of roadway improvements could have significant impacts on road safety and emergency access. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. - 15 - . . � � . The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. A traffic flow plan should be approved prior to construction of each roadway improvement project. The Police Department should monitor the effectiveness of chis plan during the construction phases of each r.oadway improvement project. Th.is finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 3D. DESCRIPTION OF SZGNIFICANT EFFECT: Co¢ununitv Services and Fiscal Conditions: The cost of relocating 115 kV transmission lines and undergrounding of ]2 kV electric lines required by road realignments and conduits for new river crossings would be significant. The Council finds that as to such significant effecc identified above, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Fina1 5upplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. The Redding Redevelopment Agency and the Redding Electric Department should work together to develop cost estimates for. relocation and undergrounding of electric facilities for each project. This cost should be included when budgeting for individual projects. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Counc.il. 31. DESCRIPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Comnunity 5ervices and Fiscal Conditions: Residential development facilitated by redevelopment could increase the number of students and could result in an impact upon the school districts. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identified a6ove, changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental eEfects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. New comnercial and residential development will be required to pay the maximum school impact fees allowable under State 1aw. b. The Agency wi11 meet with the school districts through the redevelopment fiscal-review process to determine whether the project wil.l cause a significant financial detriment to the school districts. Zf there is proven significant financial detriment, the Agency shall determine the appropriate action to be taken in order to mitigate the financial detriment. - 16 - . . ' � .� . This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. 32. DESCRZPTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECT: Cortanunity Services and Fiscal Conditions: Taxing agencies could be impacted by ta�c increment financing. The Council finds that as to such significant effect identif.ied above, changes or alterat.ions have been required in, or incorporated into, the project wh.ich avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effects thereof as identified in the Final Supplemental EIR. The facts supporting such finding are as follows: a. A fiscal review comm.ittee contai.ning one representative from each affected taxing entity should be formed. If this co�mnittee conclUdes that the Redevelopment Project would cause a financial burden for one or more of the members, a report from this coRvnittee should include recommended actions to be implemented by the . Redevelopment Agency to eliminate financial detriment. This finding is supported by substantial evidence in the record of the proceedings before the Council. TEAB:FINDZNGS.CHC - 17 -