Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-042 Updated 12/2014 Environmental Assessment for HUD-funded Proposals Recommended format per 24 CFR 58.36 FLORIDA DEPARTMENT a' ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY Project Identification/Contract Number: 16DB-OK-10-40-01-N05 Preparer Name (Typed): J. Corbett Alday Preparer Title (Typed): Vice President and COO, Guardian CRM, Inc. Responsible Entity/Local Government Name: Indian River County MonthNear: February, 2016 °CO"O"''�-°P°OH^_"'"' Updated 12/2014 Environmental Assessment Responsible Entity: Indian River County [24 CFR 58.2(a)(7)] Certifying Officer: Bob Solari, Chairman Indian River County Board of County Commissioners [24 CFR 58.2(a)(2)] Project Name: West Wabasso Phase 2 New Sewer Mains and New Sewer Hookups/Gifford Flood and Drainage. Project Location: Service area 1 general location is in the northeast section of Indian River County just north of Vero Beach off of Highway US 1. The boundary streets for the proposed project are in the area south of 510 between 64th Avenue and 62nd Avenue. Service area 2 general location is in the East Gifford area between 28th Avenue to the west, Old Dixie Highway to the east, 431d Street to the north and 42nd Street to the south encompassing 42nd Place, 27th Avenue, 26th Avenue, 25th Avenue, 24th Court and 24th Avenue. Estimated total project cost: $1,297,000.00 Grant Recipient: Indian River County [24 CFR 58.2(a)(5)] Recipient Address: 1801 27th Street, Vero Beach, Florida 32960 Project Representative: Ariuna Weragoda Telephone Number: (772) 226-1821 Conditions for Approval: All necessary permits and certifications will be obtained before issuing an notice to proceed, a stormwater pollution prevention plan will be developed and maintained at the site, erosion control measures are to be taken by awarded contractor according to the stormwater pollution prevention plan within the project plans along with best management practices also included within the project plans. (List all mitigation measures adopted by the responsible entity to eliminate or minimize adverse environmental impacts. These conditions must be included in project contracts and other relevant documents as requirements). [24 CFR 58.40(d), 40 CFR 1505.2(c)] Page 2 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete] vwrnw oevnar►rArrxri °OONONtC_ ' "'" Updated 12/2014 FINDING: [58.40(g)] Finding of No Significant Impact (The project will not result in a significant impact on the quality of the human environment). Finding of Significant Impact (The project may significantly affect the quality of the human environment) 7 Preparer Signature: Date: Z6/ Title and Agency: Vic President and COO, uardian CRM, Inc. •.J /o. RE Approving Official Signature: <� O1Q �•*;' '•N�. Title: Chairman Date: March 22, 2016 i Local Government Name and Location: Indian River County, 1801 2'7' t;•Vero Beach, Florida 32960 Statement of Purpose and Need for the Proposal: [40 CFR 1508.9(b)] New sewer mains and lift station are needed to provide for elimination of a substandard septic systems and improve quality of life for the community by improving property values and providing access to safe sanitary sewer, a complimentary benefit will be the reconstruction of streets and paving to modern standards, further adding to the quality of life in the community. Re-graded swales and new culvert pipes will convey stormwater flows to the existing wet detention pond located south of 42nd Street to provide improvements to the flood and drainage in the area. Description of the Proposal: Include all contemplated actions, which logically are either geographically or functionally a composite part of the project, regardless of the source of funding. [24 CFR 58.32, 40 CFR 1508.25] The proposed project includes Phase II of the West Wabasso new sewer mains, 16 manholes and laterals and up to a possible 45 sewer hook-ups. A complimentary benefit will be the reconstruction of streets and paving to modern standards. The Gifford Flood and Drainage improvement project includes improving swales and new culverts in the East Gifford area. These re-graded swales and new culvert pipes will convey stormwater flows to the existing wet detention pond located south of 42nd Street. Existing Conditions and Trends: Describe the existing conditions of the project area and its surroundings and trends likely to continue in the absence of the project. [24 CFR 58.40(a)] The project is one part of the larger West Wabasso Sewer Improvements Plan Phase 2 project. The intent of these funds are to benefit low and moderate income persons and address specific and urgent needs: in this case, health and safety due to septic tanks that are 50 years old and not current with modern standards and heavy rains will cause the septic systems to not work. Page 3 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete ADFi6A 00WRTHarr1 =51?oMio OPPOM-uNffY Updated 12/2014 STATUTORY WORKSHEET 24 CFR §58.5 .and §58.6 STATUTES, EXECUTIVE ORDERS & REGULATIONS Project Name: West Wabasso Community Sewer System Gravitv Sewer Plan Phase 2 and Gifford Flood and Drainage Proiect Project Contract Number: 16DB-OK-10-40-01- N05 Project Description: Include all contemplated actions that logically are either geographically or functionally part of the project: Homes in the West Wabasso Phase 2 service area currently are hooked to septic tanks. Health and safety conditions will improve with the provision of the CDBG funded public sewer lines. The new sewer lines in West Wabasso will allow substandard septic systems to be eliminated and improve the quality of life for that community by improving property values and providing access to safe and sanitary sewer service. A complimentary benefit will be the reconstruction of streets and paving to modern standards, further adding to quality of life in the community. The project includes new sewer lines, 16 manholes and laterals. A new lift station will also be provided south of County Road 510. Health and safety conditions will improve with the provision of sewer hookups, up to 45 hookups are possible. The Gifford Flood and Drainage Service area include improving swales and constructing new culverts in the East Gifford area. Re=qraded swales and new culvert pipes will convey stormwater flows to the existing retention pond located south of 42nd Street. DIRECTIONS: Write "A" in the Status Column when the proposal, by its scope and nature, does not affect the resources under consideration; or write `B" if the project triggers formal compliance consultation procedures with the oversight agency, or requires mitigation (see Statutory Worksheet Instructions). Compliance documentation must contain verifiable source documents and relevant base data. Compliance Factors: STATUTES, EXECUTIVE ORDERS AND COMPLIANCE DETERMINATION REGULATIONS LISTED AT 24 CFR§58.5 A/B AND DOCUMENTATION HISTORIC PRESERVATION A The proposed project is not anticipated to have 36 CFR PART 800 an effect on historic properties. SHPO and THPO have been contacted,comments have been requested. SHPO responded with a'no effect'determination, also historic registry has been reviewed. See registry, comment letters, NEPAssist locations map. FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT A The project does not involve property acquisition, 24 CFR §55 & EXECUTIVE ORDER 11988 management, construction or improvements of more than four(4) residential units within a SFHA or 100—year floodplain. FEMA has been contact, requested comments, none received. See attached FEMA Firm map, comment letters. Page 4 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete] -----°P°OR^"'n" Updated 12/2014 WETLAND PROTECTION A The project does not involve new construction, I EXECUTIVE ORDER 11990 draining,filling, diking or impounding within or immediately adjacent to wetlands, marshes,wet meadows, mud flats or natural ponds per field observation and maps. USFW and US Army Corps have been contacted, comments requested. None received. The project is not located in or near the wetlands. See wetlands map,see comment letters. -COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT A The project is not located within a coastal zone SECTIONS 307(c) & (d) management area. See attached Coastal Zone maps. SOLE SOURCE AQUIFERS A The project is not located within a US EPA 40 CFR 149 designated sole source aquifer watershed area. See attached Sole Source Aquifer map, project location maps. ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT A The project is not like to adversely affect any 50 CFR 402 federally protected threatened or endangered species. No endangered species were noted during field inspection. USFW have been contacted,see comment letter, endangered species list. WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS ACT A The project is not located within one mile of a SECTIONS 7(b) & (c) listed Wild and Scenic River. See attached wild and scenic river map and project location maps. CLEAN AIR ACT A The project is not located within an attainment are SECTIONS 176(c)(d) & 40 CFR 6, 51, 93 for criteria pollutants. Project is located within the EPA approved area. See Non-Attainment map FARMLAND PROTECTION POLICY ACT A The project area is not located within an area of 7 CFR 658 prime or unique farmland See Farmland map indicating project location,zoning map. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE A The project area will not be adversely impacted EXECUTIVE ORDER 12898 by adverse health or environmental conditions. The project is intended to improve health and safety of Low to Moderate Income residents in the area by improving septic system,flood and drainage along with the repavement of roads to make improvements to the quality of life in the area. NOISE ABATEMENT & CONTROL A The project does not involve the development of 24 CFR §51 B noise sensitive uses and is not within line of signet of a major or arterial roadway or railroad. Construction will be limited to daytime hours and is limited for the length of the construction process of the project. A The project does not include a hazardous facility EXPLOSIVE & FLAMMABLE OPERATIONS and will not be increasing residential densities or 24 CFR 51 C conversion. Upon field inspection of the project areas, no aboveground storage containers were noted. See project description,field inspection photos, google earth images. HAZARDOUS, TOXIC OR RADIOACTIVE A The project area and adjacent area appear to be MATERIALS & SUBSTANCES free of hazardous materials, contamination,toxic 24 CFR 58.5(i)(2) chemicals, gasses and radioactive substances. No nearby dumps, landfills,or industrial sites were noted See Toxics maps, google earth images,facility reports. Page 5 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete ] FZ6= OEPARTNENTr Updated 12/2014 AIRPORT CLEAR ZONES A The project is not within an FAA designated & ACCIDENT POTENTIAL ZONES civilian airport runway clear zone or within a 24 CFR 51 D military airfield clear zone. See attached Airport location maps, project location area maps. NEPA Environmental Assessment Checklist [Environmental Review Guide HUD CPD 782, 24 CFR §58 40; Ref. 40 CFR §1508.8 &§1508.271 Evaluate the significance of the effects of the proposal on the character, features and resources of the project area. Enter relevant base data and verifiable source documentation to support the finding. Then enter the appropriate impact code from the following list to make a determination of impact. Impact Codes- (1)-No impact anticipated; (2) - Potentially beneficial; (3) - Potentially adverse; (4)- Requires mitigation, (5) - Requires project modification. Note names, dates of contact, telephone numbers and page references. Attach additional material as appropriate. Note conditions or mitigation measures required Land Development Code Source or Documentation Conformance with Comprehensive Plans 1 A portion of the proposed project is an additional phase and Zoning to the Indian River County's West Wabasso Gravity Sewer Plan. Each planned project is consistent with the County's comprehensive plan. The local Regional Planning Council,and the State Clearinghouse have reviewed the project and provided clearance letters. See Comp plan,clearance letters,zoning Compatibility and 1 The project is located within residential areas and will Urban Impact be of no impact to urban areas and is consistent with the residential zoning and County comprehensive plan. The local Regional Planning Council and the State Clearinghouse have reviewed the project and provided clearance letters. See Comp plan,clearance letters, zoning. Slope 1 The slope will remain unchanged, slopes on channel bottoms are to equal slopes of the lines entering and exiting manholes. All restoration in the right of way shall be restored in like or better condition including sidewalks, driveways and drainage See plans. Erosion 1 The contractor shall be responsible for erosion control within best management practices for the duration of the project until such time as the project has been certified as completed. The contractor shall seed and mulch or sod all open space areas to be grassed immediately following final grading and completion of all underground utilities. All side slopes of stormwater management areas shall be sodded on completion of final grading. All inlets shall be protected from collection of eroded materials by installation of temporary filter fabric and/or hay bales. Floating turbidity barriers shall be installed within all water bodies downstream of construction activities where protection against turbid waters discharge may occur. The contractor shall provide dust control, such as an on site water truck. See plans, soil survey. Soil Suitability 1 There is no indication of adverse soil conditions to development. See soil survey County engineer developed the construction plans. Hazards and Nuisances 1 The project is located in a residential area. Any noise including Site Safety generated will be limited to the construction phase of the project to take-place during normal work hours. Site Page 6 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete.] ®E ecoic oam Updated 12/2014 safety measures are also addressed within the construction plans. The contractor shall install stand mounted advance construction signing in accordance with FDOT Standards for any work less than 15 feet from the edge of pavement,there shall be no excavations left open when work is not actively being performed,traffic shall be restricted to a single lane when any work encroaches the area between the centerline and 2 feet outside the edge of pavement one lane closures shall be in accordance with FDOT standards,traffic engineering shall be notified 24 hours in advance of any lane closings,all construction equipment and materials shall be stored a minimum of 15 feet from the edge of pavement and shall be protected by type II barricades with flashing lights, construction fencing used in the work area to protect equipment or excavations shall not block sight distance near intersections or drive way restorations,all right of way shall be restored in like or better condition including sidewalks, driveways and drainage,the roadway cross section shall be per IRC roadway standards, pavement shall be saw cut at ends of project and for all trenching, existing asphalt shall be removed base shall be reconstructed with proper density and roadway shall be repaved with overlay to meet standard specifications for road and bridge. See construction plans. Energy Consumption 1 No energy consumption to be affected,see scope of project. Noise- 1 The project is not a noise generating facility See Contribution to Community Noise Levels ro'ect scope Air Quality- 1 The construction plans calls for the contractor to Effects of Ambient Air Quality on Project and provide dust control such as an on site water truck. No Contribution to Community Pollution Levels negative effect on air quality anticipated after construction phase is completed. See project scope, construction plans. Environmental Design - 1 The project was designed by the County engineer and Visual Quality-Coherence, Diversity, Compatible Use is a compatible project to the given project area. See and Scale project scope,construction plans, comp Ian. Socioeconomic Code Source or Documentation Demographic Character Changes 2 The Florida Department of Health in Indian River County was contacted during the application and has advised the construction of a gravity sewer system in the area will promote community health to Indian River County citizens by improving an underserved area and vulnerable population. Also noted,the proposed project would positively impact water quality and the Indian River Lagoon. The application process also required service area income surveys and it was determined that the majority of the area are residents of low to moderate income that will have a positive benefit and improvement in quality of life. See attached letter from Dept. of Health. Displacement 1 The project will not displace individuals or families, see ro'ect-sco e. Employment and Income Patterns 2 Temporary jobs may be created in the construction hase of the project. Community Facilities and Services Code Source or Documentation Page 7 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete] L)EC I'M Updated 12/2014 Educational'Facilities 1 Project will not lead to population increase. School ' board contact,comment requested and none received. See project scope, area maps, comment letters. Commercial Facilities 1 No new development involved in project and is not anticipated to adversely affect commercial facilities. See project plans,area maps. Health Care 1 No increase in population expected due to the project, there are no health care facilities in the project area. See projectplans, area maps. Social Services 1 There are no social service agencies within the project area. The project has been coordinated with the IRC SHIP department in working to provide financial assistance to individuals of low to moderate income with the cost of sewer hook ups. See project plans, area maps. Solid Waste 1 The project planned by County Engineers, construction debris will be minimal. See construction plans. Waste Water 2 Soil survey indicates the area is suitable for the installation of septic systems. County engineered plan through utility department. New sewer lines and hookups to benefit local residents. See construction tans, project scope. Storm Water 2 Drainage improvements are part of the project to benefit local residents. See project scope, construction plans. Water Supply 1 The project will have no impact on water lines. See ro'ect scope, construction plans. Community Facilities and Services Code Source or Documentation Public Safety -Police 1 The project will not create a significant burden on police. Agency has been provided project description and maps, asked for comments, none received - Fire 1 The project will not create a significant burden on fire department. Agency has been provided project description and maps, asked for comments,none received. - Emergency Medical 1 The project will not create a significant burden on emergency medical field.Agency has been provided project,description and maps,asked for comments, none received. Open Space and Recreation -Open Space 1 Project site is in the existing right of way, no open space, recreation or cultural facilities. See area maps, construction plans. - Recreation 1 Project site is in the existing right of way, no open space, recreation or cultural facilities. See area maps, construction plans. -Cultural Facilities 1 Project site is in the existing right of way, no open space, recreation or cultural facilities. See area maps, construction plans. Transportation 2 The project will not create a burden of transportation facilities in the area, improvements to be made on area roads as part of the project. See construction plans, area maps. Natural Features Code Source or Documentation Water Resources 1 The project will occur in the right of way located in a residential neighborhood. See area map,construction plans. Surface Water 2 Flood and drainage improvements are included in the project, improvement to septic and waste system also included and will improve the residential area. See construction plans, area maps. Page 8 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete.] ®EJ awww oeaurr►rexr� Updated 12/2014 Unique Natural Features and Agricultural Lands 1 The project is located in a residential neighborhood, no ! unique natural features or agricultural lands. See farmland map,google earth images, area maps. Vegetation and Wildlife 1 The site requires a permit for tree removal,grubbing and land clearing and will be inspected for protected trees, mangroves and gopher tortoises. Necessary permits will be obtained if protected wildlife are found. See construction plans. Summary of Findings and Conclusions: Successful completion of the project in SA 1 — County residents in this service area are served by septic tanks. Proposed activities in this service area are installing new sewer mains, laterals and hookups. New sewer mains in the area will provide for elimination of substandard septic systems and improved health and safety conditions with the provision of public sewer services. Successful completion of the project in SA 2 — County residents in this service area are affected by flooding and poor drainage. Proposed improvements include storm water improvements through improved swales and new culverts that will convey storm water flows to an existing wet detention pond. ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED ACTION Alternatives and Project Modifications Considered [24 CFR§58.40(e), Ref. 40 CFR §1508.9] (Identify other reasonable courses of action that were considered and not selected, such as other sites, design modifications, or other uses of the subject site. Describe the benefits and adverse impacts to the human environment of each alternative and the reasons for rejecting it.) This is Phase 2 of a community plan, County Utilities determined this area to be considered for the Community Sewer System due to problems with septic systems. See design and studies in the Comprehensive Plan. No Action Alternative [24 CFR§58.40(e)] (Discuss the benefits and adverse impacts to ffie human environment of not implementing the preferred alternative). Project will improve sewage and drainage problems in the existing neighborhood. Not performing the activity will leave substandard conditions and lead to continued slum and blight conditions in an older, minority and low income neighborhood. Mitigation Measures Recommended [24 CFR§58.40(d), 40 CFR§1508.20] (Recommend feasible ways in which the proposal or its external factors should be modified in order to minimize adverse environmental impacts and restore or enhance environmental quality.) No adverse environmental conditions identified. Additional Studies Performed (Attach studies or summaries) None Page 9 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete.] siowca oeavrrweNrr EcoeaNic oPvoanuNm Updated 12/2014 List of Sources, Agencies and Persons Consulted [40 CFR§1508.9(b)] Zoning County Comprehensive Plan County Engineering County Planning Department Construction Plans County Fire Department/Emergency Medical County Police Department Local Church in project area US Army Corps of Engineers FEMA Regional Planning Council Bureau of Historic Preservation (SHPO) Florida Seminole Tribe Oklahoma Seminole Tribe US EPA USFW Water Management District Page 10 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete.] i ®icy �oaiw oEwean+exr� E 'er oPvoarurm Updated 12/2014 Documentation of Compliance with 24 CFR Part 58.6 (a —d) Project_West Wabasso Community Sewer System Gravity Sewer Plan Phase 2 and Gifford Flood and Drainage Project Contract Number 16DB-OK-10-40-01-N05 Prepared By J. Corbett Alday Date_February 3, 2016 Flood Insurance• X The site is not in the 100- year flood plain (see attached map) The site is in the 100-year flood plain (see attached map) Flood Insurance is required for structures in the 100- year flood plain a. Flood Insurance when the site is in the 100—year flood plain: 1. Under the flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4001-4128), Federal financial assistance or acquisition and construction purposes (including rehabilitation) may not be used in an area identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as having special flood hazards, unless: i. The community in which the area is situated is participating in the National Flood Insurance Program (see 44 CDR Parts 59 through 79), or less than one year has passed since the FEMA notification regarding such hazards, and ii. Where the community is participating in the National Flood Insurance Program, flood insurance protection is to be obtained as a condition of the approval of financial assistance to the property owner. 2. Where the community is participating in the National Flood Insurance Program and the recipient provided financial assistance for acquisition or construction purposes (including rehabilitation) for property located in an area identified by FEMA as having special flood hazards, the responsible entity is responsible for assuring that flood insurance under the National Flood Insurance Program is obtained and maintained. 3. Paragraph (a) of this section does not apply to Federal Formula grants made to a State. b. Under section 582 of the National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994, 42 U.S.C. 5154a, HUD Disaster assistance that is made available in a special flood hazard area may not be used to make a payment(including any loan assistance payment) to a person for repair, replacement or restoration for flood damage to any personal, residential or commercial property if: 1. The person had previously received Federal flood disaster insurance conditioned on obtaining and maintaining flood insurance flood insurance; and 2. The person failed to obtain and maintain flood insurance. Coastal Barrier Islands: X The site is not in a Coastal Barrier Island (documentation attached) The site is in a Coastal Barrier Island but the activity is not prohibited as indicated at: http://www.fws.gov/ The site is in a Coastal Barrier Island and the activity is prohibited as indicated at: http://www.fws.gov/ the project must be rejected. C. Pursuant to the Coastal Barrier Resources Act, as amended by the Coastal barrier Improvement Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 3501), HUD assistance may not be used for most activities proposed in the Coastal Barrier Resources System. Clear Zones: X The site is not in the Clear Zone (documentation attached) The site is in the Clear Zones(signed acknowledgement attached) d. In all cases involving HUD assistance, subsidy, or insurance for the sale of an existing property in a Runway Clear Zone or Clear Zone, as defined in 24 CFR Part 51, the responsible entity shall advise that the property is in a runway clear zone or clear zone, what the implications of such a location are, and that there is a possibility that the property may, at a later date be acquired by the airport operator. The buyer must sign a statement acknowledging receipt of this information. Page 11 of 11 [Previously recommended EA formats are obsolete.]