Beaumont City Council
January 17, 2023

Addendum No 1 to the MND for the Beaumont WWTP Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline for the Mesa Lift Station and Force Main Project
City of Beaumont December 2022
66 Nevada Street, Redlands Boulevard and South E Street are not considered “historic properties” under Section 106 of the NHPA, or a “historical resource” under CEQA. Therefore, impacts to historical resources from the proposed Beaumont WWTP Project are less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 66–67.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis For purposes of CEQA, a historical resource is any object, building, structure, site, area, place, record, or manuscript listed in, or eligible for listing in the CRHR (California Public Resources Code [PRC] Section 21084.1). A resource is eligible for listing in the CRHR if it meets any of the following criteria:

1. Is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of California’s history and cultural heritage.

2. Is associated with the lives of persons important in our past.

3. Embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, region, or method of construction, or represents the work of an important creative individual, or possesses high artistic values.

4. Has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history.

The California Code of Regulations (CCR) further provides that cultural resources of local significance are CRHR-eligible. (Title 14 CCR, Section 4852). (PaleoWest-A, pp.23–24.) The Cultural Resource Investigation for the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project (the CRI) was prepared by Applied Earthworks Inc. (AE) in August 2022 (included as Appendix D to this Addendum) to determine potential for the proposed Lift Station and Force Main Project to impact historical resources eligible for or listed in the CRHR. Preparation of the CRI included a records search and literature review, communication with Native American tribal representatives, and an archaeological survey of the Lift Station and Force Main Project area. (AE-A, pp. ii, 12, 17) The results of the CRI field survey indicate the entire Lift Station and Force Main Project area is highly disturbed by road development and modern buildings/infrastructure. The buffer zones of the Lift Station and Force Main Project area account for the only undeveloped portions of this project.

These areas will not be impacted during construction. Several concrete foundations in a fenced-off area north of Western Knolls Avenue were also observed. The foundations are outside of the Lift Station and Force Main Project area and confirm the existence of buildings reviewed on historic topographic maps and aerial images. (AE-A, p. 18.)
The records search resulted in the identification of 14 previously recorded cultural resources within the 0.5-mile search radius. Seven of the resources are archaeological: one prehistoric isolated flake, two prehistoric metate fragments, one historic railroad with refuse scatter, one well with refuse scatter, one telecommunications line, and one site with both historic and prehistoric components (a refuse scatter and prehistoric lithic tool scatter). In addition, seven built

Addendum No 1 to the MND for the Beaumont WWTP Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline for the Mesa Lift Station and Force Main Project
City of Beaumont December 2022
67 environment resources were identified within the 0.5-mile search radius. Only one of these resources, a segment of West 4th Street (33-023529), is documented within the Lift Station and Force Main Project area. (AE-A, pp. 13–14). Therefore, implementation of the Beaumont Lift Station and Force Main Project will not affect a historic resource as defined by State CEQA Guidelines §15064.5.

Built environmental resource 33-023529 was originally documented by AE in 2017 and consists of a modern four-lane asphalt paved road, aligned to an older historic road. The modern road includes raised concrete and painted median divides, standard marked lanes 12 feet wide, and expanded paved shoulders to accommodate bicycle traffic. This road segment extends from 600 to 3,900 feet west of Veile Avenue surrounded by modern industrial and commercial development.

The modern road departs from the historic alignment at the west end of the recorded segment.

Upon evaluation in 2017, the resource was found ineligible for listing on the CRHR and is still considered ineligible for listing on the CRHR. (AE-A, pp. 14, 19.) For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource. Thus there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to §15064.5?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated
The CRA prepared for the Beaumont WWTP MND did not identify any evidence of a period archaeological site within the Beaumont WWTP Project APE. However, in the event that potentially significant archaeological materials are encountered during the Beaumont WWTP Project related ground-disturbing activities, all work must be halted in the vicinity of the archaeological discovery until a qualified archaeologist can visit the site of discovery and assess the significance of the archaeological site. Additionally, if the Beaumont WWTP Project area is expanded to include areas not covered by the CRA survey or other recent cultural resource studies, additional cultural resource studies may be required. In order to provide protection in the unlikely event that archaeological resources are unearthed during Project construction, implementation of mitigation measures MM CR-1 and MM CR-2 will reduce potential impacts to less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 68–69.)
MM CR-1: Archaeological and Native American Monitors. The City of Beaumont shall retain a qualified archaeologist (the “Project Archaeologist”) and a Tribal Monitor from the Morongo Band of Mission Indians (the “MBMI Tribal Monitor) who shall monitor all Project-related ground-disturbing activities. The Project Archaeologist and MBMI Tribal Monitor (or designee(s)) shall be on-site during all ground disturbing activities at the wastewater treatment plant site and along the entire portion of the Brine

Addendum No 1 to the MND for the Beaumont WWTP Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline for the Mesa Lift Station and Force Main Project
City of Beaumont December 2022
68 Pipeline. The Project Archaeologist and MBMI Tribal Monitor shall monitor all ground disturbing activities along the entire portion of the Brine Pipeline. In the event that potentially significant archaeological materials are encountered during Project related ground-disturbing activities, all ground disturbance activities within 100 feet of the discovered cultural resource shall be halted and an Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) physical demarcation/barrier constructed. The contractor shall call the City of Beaumont Public Works Department, the Project Archaeologist, and the MBMI Tribal Monitor if the resource is located at the WWTP or along the portion of the Brine Pipeline from the WWTP to Beaumont Avenue or the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (the “Consulting Tribe”) if the resource is located along the Brine Pipeline north of Beaumont Avenue immediately upon discovery of the cultural resource. A meeting shall be convened between the City Public Works Department and/or City Planning Department, the Project Archaeologist, the MBMI Tribal Monitor and Morongo Tribal Historic Preservation Officer and the Consulting Tribe, to discuss the significance of the find. At the meeting with the aforementioned parties, a decision is to be made, with the concurrence of the Project Archaeologist and the Morongo Tribal Historic Preservation Officer and/or the Consulting Tribe (as appropriate depending on the location of the resource). as to the appropriate treatment (documentation, recovery, avoidance, etc.) and disposition for the cultural resource. Further ground disturbance shall not resume within the area of the discovery until the appropriate treatment has been accomplished.

Monitoring may be discontinued as soon as the Project Archaeologist, the MBMI Tribal Monitor, and the Consulting Tribe are satisfied that construction will not disturb cultural resources.

MM CR-2: Worker’s Environmental Awareness Training. Prior to the start of construction, the City of Beaumont shall retain a Project Archaeologist and MBMI Tribal Monitor (see mitigation measure MM CR-1) and qualified paleontologist (the Project Paleontologist) to provide a preconstruction training for the Project construction contractor and construction crews. The Project Archaeologist and city shall invite the MBMI Tribal Monitor and Consulting Tribe to provide input during the training. The training shall identify the types of archaeological resources and fossils that could be found in the area (particularly fossils that can be found in the San Timoteo Formation and Pleistocene alluvial fan and axial channel deposits), the procedures to follow should archaeological and/or paleontological resources be encountered and contact information for the Project Archaeologist, MBMI Tribal Monitor, and Project Paleontologist and/or their designee(s). Paleontological information shall follow the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (2010) guidelines. The training may be conducted concurrently with other environmental training (e.g., biological, safety training).

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As stated in the response to Threshold Va, the entire Lift Station and Force Main Project area is highly disturbed with the existing Lift Station, road development, and modern buildings. A Sacred Lands File (SLF) search from the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) was requested.

Addendum No 1 to the MND for the Beaumont WWTP Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline for the Mesa Lift Station and Force Main Project
City of Beaumont December 2022
69 The results of the SLF search indicate that there are no known Native American cultural resources within the immediate area of the Project. (AE-A, pp. 15–16, 18.) At the suggestion of the NAHC, 16 Native American individuals and organizations traditionally and culturally affiliated with the geographic area of the Project area. Of the 16 individuals and organizations contacted, seven tribes responded. The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indian’s indicated the Force Main and Lift Station Project is within their Traditional Use Area. The Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians responded they are unaware of any cultural resources that would be affected by the Project. The other five tribes either had no comment or deferred to Tribes closer to the Force Main and Lift Station Project site. (AE-A, pp. 15–20.)
Although, the likelihood of the presence of intact archaeological deposits is low, in order to provide protection in the unlikely event that archaeological resources are unearthed during construction, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will comply with clarified mitigation measure CMM CR-1 and Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM CR-2 (as set forth above). (AE-A, p, 18.) Beaumont WWTP MND MM CR-1 is clarified to delete reference to incorporate project-specific locations since the Lift Station and Force Main Project no longer entails work within San Bernardino County.

CMM CR-1: Archaeological and Native American Monitors. The City of Beaumont shall retain a qualified archaeologist (the “Project Archaeologist”) and a Tribal Monitor from the Morongo Band of Mission Indians (the “MBMI Tribal Monitor) who shall monitor all Project- related ground-disturbing activities. The Project Archaeologist and MBMI Tribal Monitor (or designee(s)) shall be on-site during all ground disturbing activities at the wastewater treatment plant site and along the entire portion of the Brine Pipeline. The Project Archaeologist and MBMI Tribal shall monitor all initial ground disturbing activities along the Force Main Alignment entire portion of the Brine Pipeline. In the event that potentially significant archaeological materials are encountered during Project related ground-disturbing activities, all ground disturbance activities within 100 feet of the discovered cultural resource shall be halted and an Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) physical demarcation/barrier constructed. The contractor shall call the City of Beaumont Public Works Department, the Project Archaeologist, and the MBMI Tribal Monitor if the resource is located at the WWTP or along the portion of the Brine Pipeline from the WWTP to Beaumont Avenue or the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (the “Consulting Tribe”) if the resource is located along the Brine Pipeline north of Beaumont Avenue immediately upon discovery of the cultural resource. A meeting shall be convened between the City Public Works Department and/or City Planning Department, the Project Archaeologist, the MBMI Tribal Monitor, and the Morongo Tribal Historic Preservation Officer and the Consulting Tribe, to discuss the significance of the find. At the meeting with the aforementioned parties, a decision is to be made, with the concurrence of the Project Archaeologist and the Morongo Tribal Historic Preservation Officer and/or the Consulting Tribe (as appropriate depending on the location of the resource). as to the appropriate treatment (documentation, recovery, avoidance, etc.) and disposition for the cultural resource. Further ground disturbance shall not resume within the area of the discovery until the appropriate

Addendum No 1 to the MND for the Beaumont WWTP Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline for the Mesa Lift Station and Force Main Project
City of Beaumont December 2022
70 treatment has been accomplished. Monitoring may be discontinued as soon the Project Archaeologist, and the MBMI Tribal Monitor, and the Consulting Tribe are satisfied that construction will not disturb cultural resources.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to archaeological resources with implementation of clarified mitigation measure CMM CR-1 and Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM CR-2. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
c) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of dedicated cemeteries? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated
The Beaumont WWTP MND determined that the proposed pipeline is not located on any known cemetery. If human remains are encountered during Project construction in a location other than a dedicated cemetery on non-federal lands, the steps and procedures specified in Health and Safety Code §7050.5, State CEQA Guidelines 15064.5(d), and PRC §5097.98 must be implemented.

Mitigation measure MM CR-5 reiterates these requirements. Therefore, with adherence to existing laws and codes, impacts will be less than significant with mitigation. (BP MND, p. 73.) MM CR-5: Inadvertent Discovery of Human Remains. In the event human remains are discovered during Project activities, the contractor and City of Beaumont shall comply with Health and Safety Code §7050.5 and Public Resource Code (PRC) §5097.98 which will identify the process of notification to the Tribes and the appropriate County Coroner (i.e., Riverside County Corner or San Bernardino County Corner depending on the location of the discovery) as well as how the remains will be treated if they are identified as Native American. The contractor shall notify the City of Beaumont Public Works Department in the event human remains are found and identified as Native American so that the City Public Works Department can ensure PRC §5097.98 has been followed.

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The discovery of human remains at the Lift Station site or within the proposed Force Main alignment is extremely unlikely due to the previously disturbed and developed condition of the Force Main and Lift Station Project area. However, in the unlikely event that human remains are uncovered, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will comply with clarified Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure CMM CR-5, which requires all activities in the vicinity of the remains shall cease and the contractor shall notify the County Coroner immediately pursuant to CA Health & Safety Code Section 7050.5 and CA PRC Section 5097.98. (This mitigation measure is clarified to delete reference to the San Bernardino County Corner.)

Addendum No 1 to the MND for the Beaumont WWTP Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline for the Mesa Lift Station and Force Main Project
City of Beaumont December 2022
71 CMM CR-5: Inadvertent Discovery of Human Remains. In the event human remains are discovered during Project activities, the contractor and City of Beaumont shall comply with Health and Safety Code §7050.5 and Public Resource Code (PRC) §5097.98 which will identify the process of notification to the Tribes and the appropriate County Coroner (i.e., Riverside County Corner or San Bernardino County Corner depending on the location of the discovery) as well as how the remains will be treated if they are identified as Native American. The contractor shall notify the City of Beaumont Public Works Department in the event human remains are found and identified as Native American so that the City Public Works Department can ensure PRC §5097.98 has been followed.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to the disturbance of any human remains. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Force Main and Lift Station that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

Addendum No 1 to the MND for the Beaumont WWTP Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline for the Mesa Lift Station and Force Main Project
City of Beaumont December 2022
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VI. Energy. Would the project:
a. Result in potentially significant environmental
impact due to wasteful, inefficient, or
unnecessary consumption of energy resources,
during project construction or operation
b. Conflict with or obstruct a state or local plan for
renewable energy or energy efficiency
(Source: BP MND, Project Description, Energy Tables prepared by WEBB, August 2022, WEBB-B (Appendix B.1), BGP 2020) Energy Discussion:
a) Result in potentially significant environmental impact due to wasteful, inefficient, or unnecessary consumption of energy resources, during project construction or operation:

Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact This threshold was not a part of the CEQA Guidelines at the time the Beaumont WWTP MND was prepared. However, all the information necessary to evaluate the Beaumont WWTP Project’s energy consumption was available.

The Beaumont WWTP Project’s construction would last approximately 15 months. Construction would require the use of equipment for pipeline installation, paving, and construction operations, as well as construction workers and vendors traveling to and from the WWTP site and brine pipeline alignment. Construction equipment requires diesel as the fuel source and construction worker and vendor trips use both gasoline and diesel fuel.

Fuel consumption from on-site heavy-duty construction equipment and construction would be temporary in nature and uses a limited number of equipment, which would represent a negligible demand on energy resources. Furthermore, operations of the brine pipeline do not consume energy beyond infrequent maintenance service.

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As an infrastructure project, the majority of impacts would be short-term. As described in the Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Analysis prepared for the Lift Station and Force Main Project, construction is anticipated to take approximately six months. Construction would require the use of equipment for pipeline installation, paving, and construction operations, as well as construction workers and vendors traveling to and from the Lift Station site and the proposed Force Main alignment. Construction equipment requires diesel as the fuel source and construction worker and vendor trips use both gasoline and diesel fuel. Lift Station and Force Main Project-related fuel consumption was estimated and is included in Appendix G – Energy Tables. Construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project is estimated to use approximately 22,234 gallons of diesel fuel and 838 gallons of gasoline. (WEBB-B.)

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73 Fuel consumption from on-site heavy-duty construction equipment and construction would be temporary in nature and uses a limited number of equipment, which would represent a negligible demand on energy resources. There are no unusual Lift Station and Force Main Project characteristics that would necessitate the use of construction equipment that would be less energy-efficient than at comparable construction sites in other parts of the State. Furthermore, operations of the Force Main will not consume energy beyond infrequent maintenance service.

For the reasons set forth in the preceding paragraphs, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to wasteful, inefficient, or unnecessary consumption of energy during construction or operation. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. b) Conflict with or obstruct a state or local plan for renewable energy or energy efficiency:

Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact This threshold was not a part of the State CEQA Guidelines at the time the Beaumont WWTP MND was prepared. However, all the information necessary to evaluate the Project’s energy consumption was available.

The Beaumont WWTP Project was implemented in compliance with the state and local regulations, which did not include applicable plans for renewable energy or energy efficiency. Additionally, all heavy-construction equipment over 50 (hp) used to construct the brine pipeline component of the Beaumont WWTP was certified to meet or exceed United Stated Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Tier 3 engine standards. (BP MND, p. 44.) Therefore, impacts regarding conflicts with or obstruction of a renewable energy plan or energy efficiency are less than significant.

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project would not conflict with or obstruct implementation of any state or local plans for renewable energy or energy efficiency because there are no applicable plans for these types of facilities.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding obstruction of state or local plans renewable energy or energy efficiency. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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VII. GEOLOGY AND SOILS. Would the project:
a. Directly or indirectly cause 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? Refer to
Division of Mines and Geology Special
Publication 42.
ii. Strong seismic ground shaking?
iii. Seismic-related ground failure, including
liquefaction?
iv. Landslides?
b. Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of
topsoil?
c. Be 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 onsite or offsite
landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction, or collapse?
d. Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18- 1-B of the Uniform Building Code (1994), creating
substantial direct or indirect risks to life or property? e. Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the
use of septic tanks or alternative waste water
disposal systems where sewers are not available for
the disposal of waste water?
f. Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic feature?
(Source: BP MND, Converse-A, Converse-B, DOC, Project Description, MapMyCounty, BGP 2020, BGP EIR, AE-B) Geology and Soils Discussion:

The analysis for the Lift Station and Force Main Project is based on the following technical studies:

Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Brine Disposal Pipeline (January 19, 2018), Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Mesa Lift Station Upgrades (June 23, 2022); and Paleontological Technical Memorandum for the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project (August 9, 2022). These documents are included as Appendices E.1, E.2, and E.3 to this Addendum.

Addendum No 1 to the MND for the Beaumont WWTP Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline for the Mesa Lift Station and Force Main Project
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75 a) Directly or indirectly cause 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? Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42.

Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated The Beaumont WWTP MND identified that the brine pipeline is located near several Alquist- Priolo Fault Zones. Although the brine pipeline would be subject to seismic activity from faults located in the vicinity, no habitable structures that would involve exposure of people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving earthquake rupture are proposed as part of the brine pipeline. The Uniform Building Code, California Building Code, and Unreinforced Masonry Law are the primary tools used by local agencies to ensure seismic safety in structures. Since the brine pipeline consists of some new machinery in new buildings at the WWTP using the latest construction standards, the risk of impacts from a rupture will be reduced due to the use of current construction standards.

Prior to construction of the brine pipeline, a site-specific Geotechnical Investigation will be conducted to assess the geology and soils present, as well as any hazards associated with the site conditions. Mitigation measure MM GEO-1 and compliance with recommendations from the site-specific Geotechnical Investigation will reduce hazards associated with earthquakes to a less than significant impact with mitigation. (BP MND, pp. 74-75.) MM GEO-1. Geotechnical Investigation: Prior to approval of the final plans, a site specific Geotechnical Report(s) for the Project shall be prepared. Recommendations identified in the site specific Geotechnical Report(s) shall be incorporated into the Project design and construction.

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station site is not located within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone. (Converse-A, p. 9.) The Force Main Alignment crosses the Riverside County designated Beaumont Plain Fault Zone in the vicinity of Western Knolls Avenue and Potrero Boulevard. (Converse-B, p. 11.) (Refer to Figure 5 – Earthquake Faults.) The potential for surface fault rupture at the Lift Station Site is considered low. (Converse-B, p. 11.) The potential for surface fault rupture for the portion of the Force Main located outside of the Beaumont Plain Fault Zone is also considered low. (Converse-A, p. 13.) Although there is a potential for surface fault rupture for the portion of the Force Main within the Beaumont Plain Fault Zone, no habitable structures that will involve exposure of people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving earthquake rupture are proposed as part of the Lift Station and Force Main Project Additionally design and construction of the Lift Station and Force Main facilities will incorporate the recommendations of the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Mesa Lift Station Upgrades and the Geotechnical Investigation

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76 Report for the Brine Disposal Pipeline. Because geotechnical reports have already been prepared, Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1 has been satisfied and is not applicable to the Force Main and Lift Station Project.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to rupture of a known earthquake fault. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Although the WWTP and brine pipeline will be subject to seismic activity from faults located in the vicinity, no habitable structures that would involve exposure of people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving earthquake rupture are proposed as part of the Beaumont WWTP Project. (BP MND, pp. 75-76.)
The American Water Works Association, American Society of Testing Materials, Technical Specifications, detailed design drawings, along with local standards are the primary tools used by local agencies to ensure quality piping installation is achieved. Because of the innate flexibility in the type of pipe that is proposed (HDPE), the current design details do not require any special modifications where the pipe nears a fault zone. Therefore, the risk of impacts from a rupture will be reduced to a less than significant level with mitigation due to the use of current pipeline construction standards and incorporation of Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1. (BP MND, p. 76.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station Site and Force Main Alignment, as most areas of Southern California are located within a seismically active region and ground shaking from earthquakes associated with nearby and more distant faults may occur. (Converse-A, p. 12; Converse-B, p. 9.) However, as discussed in the response to Threshold VII.a(i) above, the Lift Station and Force Main Project does not entail habitable structures that will involve exposure of people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving strong seismic ground shaking. Additionally, design, installation, and construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project facilities will incorporate the recommendations of the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Mesa Lift Station Upgrades and the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Brine Disposal Pipeline. Because geotechnical reports have already been prepared, Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1 is not applicable to the Force Main and Lift Station Project.

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77 For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to strong seismic ground shaking. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Portions of the Beaumont WWTP Project will lie within areas of at least “moderate” liquefaction susceptibility, including San Timoteo Canyon Road, according to County data sources.

However, with incorporation of current building standards and Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1, impacts are considered less than significant with mitigation. (BP MND, pp. 76-77.)
Force Main and Lift Station Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Based on the results of the dynamic settlement analysis conducted for the Lift Station Site, the liquefaction-induced settlement potential for this site is estimated to be negligible. (Converse-B, p. 11.) The Force Main Alignment is located within an area designated has having a low potential for liquefaction. (MapMyCounty.) Additionally, design and construction of the Lift Station and Force Main facilities will incorporate the recommendations of the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Mesa Lift Station Upgrades and the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Brine Disposal Pipeline. Because geotechnical reports have been prepared, Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1 is not applicable to the Force Main and Lift Station Project.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to seismic induced ground failure, including liquefaction. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. iv) Landslides?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated The brine pipeline passes through areas identified as landslide hazard areas (e.g., San Timoteo Canyon Road in Redlands). Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1 requires a site specific Geotechnical Investigation be prepared prior to construction of the Beaumont WWTP Project to assess the geology and soils present, as well as hazards associated with landslides or mudflows. Compliance with construction standards and recommendations from the Geotechnical Investigation will reduce hazards associated with landslides or mudflows to a less than significant impact with mitigation. (BP MND, pp. 77-78.)

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78 Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station Site and Force Main Alignment are not located in proximity to any mountainous areas therefore, the potential for seismically induced landslides would be very low. (Converse B, p. 12.) Additionally, design and construction of the Lift Station and Force Main facilities will incorporate the recommendations of the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Mesa Lift Station Upgrades and the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Brine Disposal Pipeline. Because geotechnical reports have been prepared, Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1 is not applicable to the Force Main and Lift Station Project.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to landslides. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Installation of the brine pipeline will not result in changes to existing topography, nor require grading. However, excavation of the brine pipeline trench is likely to occur during the rainy season and unstable soil conditions and soil erosion may occur. Compliance with current regulations for utility trench excavations and implementation of a State-required Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) that incorporates effective erosion and sediment control measures will reduce these impacts to a less than significant level. (BP MND, p. 78.) Lift Station Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Due to the previously disturbed and developed nature of the Lift Station site and Force Main Alignment, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in substantial changes to the existing topography. Construction will include excavation at both the Lift Station Site and along the Force Main Alignment. This project will be required to comply with current regulations through preparation and implementation of a SWPPP during construction.

Implementation of the SWPPP will reduce the potential for soil erosion and loss of topsoil occurring during construction.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to soil erosion or the loss of topsoil.

Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. No further analysis is required.

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79 c) Be 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?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Portions of the Beaumont WWTP Project site may be susceptible to subsidence; however at this time, hazards are not anticipated. With implementation of current construction standards and Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1, impacts related to unstable soils are reduced to less than significant impact with mitigation. (BP MND, pp. 77-78.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As discussed in the response to Threshold VII.a(iv), the Lift Station Site and Force Main Alignment are not located within a mountainous area or area of steep slopes; therefore, landslides are not anticipated. Additionally, as stated in the response to Threshold VII.a(iii), the liquefaction potential at the Lift Station site is negligible and along the Force Main alignment is low. (Converse-B, p. 11; MapMyCounty.) Design and construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will incorporate the recommendations of the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Mesa Lift Station Upgrades and the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Brine Disposal Pipeline. Because geotechnical reports have been prepared, Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1 is not applicable to the Force Main and Lift Station Project.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to geologic stability. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-1-B of the Uniform Building Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life or property?
Expansive soils are characterized by their ability to undergo significant volume changes (shrink or swell) due to variations in moisture content. (Conserve-B, p. 6.) Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Portions of the Beaumont WWTP Project may lie in areas with expansive soils. Compliance with Beaumont WWTP mitigation measure MM GEO-1 and current construction and engineering standards, as well as recommendations from the site-specific Geotechnical Investigation, will reduce hazards associated with expansive soils to a less than significant impact with mitigation. (BP MND, p. 79.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The soils at the Lift Station Site and along the Force Main Alignment have a very low expansion potential. (Converse-A, p. B-1; Converse-B, p. 6.) Therefore, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not create substantial risks of life or property as a result of being located on expansive

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80 soil. Additionally, design and construction of the Lift Station and Force Main facilities will incorporate the recommendations of the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Mesa Lift Station Upgrades and the Geotechnical Investigation Report for the Brine Disposal Pipeline.

Because geotechnical reports have been prepared, Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1 is not applicable to the Force Main and Lift Station Project.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to expansive soils. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont WWTP Project does not include the use of septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems. This project does not propose to dispose of any wastes by applying to soil.

Thus, there will be no impact in terms of having soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems. (BP MND, p. 79.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project will convey waste water to the Beaumont WWTP for treatment and will not entail the use of septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. f) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic feature?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated The Beaumont WWTP MND determined that the WWTP and the majority of the Riverside County portion of the brine pipeline would be located within in areas designated “Low” for paleontological sensitivity. Nonetheless, the Beaumont WWTP Project will implement mitigation measure MM CR-3, which sets forth the process for the inadvertent discovery of paleontological resources. (BP MND, pp. 70–71.)
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81 retained to determine the significance of the resource(s). If the find is determined to be a unique paleontological resource, as defined in Section 15064.5 of the State CEQA Guidelines, then a mitigation program shall be developed in accordance with the provisions of CEQA as well as the guidelines of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (2010).

The paleontologist (or designee(s)) shall wash any collected samples of sediments to recover small invertebrate and vertebrate fossils. Recovered specimens shall be prepared so that they can be identified and permanently preserved. Specimens shall be identified and curated at a repository with permanent retrievable storage to allow further research in the future (e.g., Western Science Center, Raymond Alf Museum, or the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County). The cost of curation is assessed by the repository and is the responsibility of the landowner. If specimens are found, the qualified paleontologist shall prepare a report of findings, including an itemized inventory of recovered specimens, upon completion of all Project fieldwork. The report shall include a discussion of the significance of all recovered specimens. The report and inventory, when submitted to the City of Beaumont, shall signify completion of the program to mitigate impacts to paleontological resources. If the monitoring efforts produced fossils, then a copy of the report will also be submitted to the curation facility.

The portion of the brine pipeline alignment in San Timoteo Canyon Road between West Fern Avenue and the intersection of Beaumont Avenue and San Timoteo Canyon Road in the City of Redlands overlies an area of mapped geologic deposits of high paleontological sensitivity.

Because this length of San Timoteo Canyon Road has not been recently excavated, the Beaumont WWTP Project incorporated mitigation measure MM CR-4 to reduce impacts to a less than significant level with mitigation. (BP MND pp. 70-72)
MM CR-4: Paleontological Monitoring. Prior to the start of construction along the pipeline alignment between West Fern Avenue and the intersection of Beaumont Avenue and San Timoteo Canyon Road in the City of Redlands, the City of Beaumont shall retain a Qualified Paleontologist for full-time construction monitoring. This stretch of road may have previously undisturbed deposits determined to have a high paleontological sensitivity (i.e, the San Timoteo Formation and Pleistocene alluvial and axial channel deposits). Monitoring shall follow the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (2010) guidelines. Monitoring should include the visual inspection of excavated or graded areas, trench sidewalls, spoils, and any other disturbed sediment. In the event that a paleontological resource is discovered, the procedures outlined in mitigation measure MM CR-3 shall apply. The approved paleontological monitor will have the authority to halt or divert temporarily the construction equipment around the find until it is assessed for scientific significance and collected. Paleontological monitoring can be reduced or eliminated at the discretion of the Qualified Paleontologist if no fossil resources are encountered after 50 percent of the excavation along this stretch is completed.

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82 Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis A Paleontological Technical Memorandum for the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project (August 9, 2022) was prepared by Applied Earthworks and is included as Appendix D.2. The results of the paleontological assessment determined the Lift Station and Force Main Project areas are mapped as having “High” paleontological sensitivity, with the exception of a small subarea near the intersection of Potrero Boulevard/Western Knolls Avenue which is mapped with “Low” paleontological sensitivity. However, because much of the ground surface in the Lift Station and Force Main Project area has been previously disturbed by construction activities, any ground surface level disturbance is unlikely to affect significant paleontological resources. (AE-B, pp.9-10.) Because construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project is anticipated to include ground- disturbing activities to a depth of 10 feet, there is a potential to affect significant and intact paleontological resources in the in previously undisturbed sediments.

Instead of implementing Beaumont WWTP MND MM CR-3 (set forth above), the Force Main and Lift Station Project will implement clarified mitigation measures MM PALEO-1, MM PALEO-2, and MM PALEO-3, which are functionally equivalent to Beaumont WWTP mitigation measure MM CR-3. Mitigation measures MM PALEO-1, MM PALEO-2, and MM PALEO-3 requires a paleontological resources workers environmental awareness program, preparation of a Paleontological Resource Impact Mitigation Program (PRIMP) that will establish monitoring procedures and discovery protocols specific to the Force Main and Lift Station Project. (AE-B, pp 9-10.)
MM PALEO-1: Paleontological Resources Workers Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP). To educate construction crews about the types of paleontological resources that may be encountered at the Lift Station Site and along the Force Main alignment, prior to the start of the construction, the City of Beaumont shall retain a professional paleontologist meeting the standards of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (the “Project Paleontologist”) to prepare a Paleontological Resources Workers Environmental Awareness Program (WEAP). The Paleontological Resources WEAP shall provide a description of the laws and ordinances protecting fossil resources, the types of fossil resources that may be encountered in the area, the role of the paleontological monitor, outline steps to follow in the event that a fossil discovery is made, and provide contact information for the Project Paleontologist. The Project Paleontologist or designee(s) shall present the Paleontological Resources WEAP to the construction contractor and each of the construction crews working on the Lift Station and Force Main Project during a preconstruction meeting. The Paleontological Resources WEAP shall be taped and presented to any construction crew members not present at the preconstruction meeting during which it was initially presented prior to working at the Lift Station Site or along the Force Main Alignment. This training may be conducted concurrent with other preconstruction training (e.g., biological resources, cultural resources, safety).

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83 Paleontologist (retained under MM PALEO-1) shall prepare a Paleontological Resources Mitigation Monitoring Plan (PRMMP) for the project. The PRMMP shall describe the monitoring required during project excavations and the frequency of monitoring. Paleontological Monitoring shall entail the visual inspection of earth-disturbing activities during construction of the Project. If the Project Paleontologist determines full-time monitoring is no longer warranted, based on the geologic conditions at depth, the Project Paleontologist may recommend monitoring be reduced or ceased entirely.

MM PALEO-3: In the event that a paleontological resource is discovered, the Project Paleontologist shall have the authority to temporarily divert the construction equipment around the find until it is assessed for scientific significance and, if appropriate, collected. If the resource is determined to be of scientific significance, the Project Paleontologist shall complete the following:

1. Salvage of Fossils. If fossils are discovered, all work in the immediate vicinity should be halted to allow the paleontological monitor, and/or Project Paleontologist to evaluate the discovery and determine if the fossil may be considered significant. If the fossils are determined to be potentially significant, the Project Paleontologist (or paleontological monitor) should recover them following standard field procedures for collecting paleontological as outlined in the PRMMP prepared per mitigation measure MM PALEO-1.

2. Fossil Preparation and Curation. The PRMMP shall identify the museum that has agreed to accept fossils that may be discovered during project-related excavations. Upon completion of fieldwork, all significant fossils collected shall be prepared in a properly equipped laboratory to a point ready for curation. Preparation may include the removal of excess matrix from fossil materials and stabilizing or repairing specimens. During preparation and inventory, the fossil specimens will be identified to the lowest taxonomic level practical prior to curation at an accredited museum. The fossil specimens must be delivered to the accredited museum or repository no later than 90 days after all fieldwork is completed. The cost of curation will be assessed by the repository and will be the responsibility of the City of Beaumont.

3. Final Paleontological Mitigation Report. Upon completion of ground disturbing activity (and curation of fossils if necessary) for project construction, the Project Paleontologist shall prepare a final mitigation and monitoring report outlining the results of the mitigation and monitoring program. The report shall include discussion of the location, duration and methods of the monitoring, stratigraphic sections, any recovered fossils, and the scientific significance of those fossils, and where fossils were curated Because the Lift Station and Force Main Project does not entail work within San Bernardino County, Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM CR-4 is not applicable to the Lift Station and Force Main Project.

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84 For the reasons set forth in the preceding paragraphs , implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to paleontological resources with implementation of mitigation measures MM PALEO-1 through MM PALEO-3, which are functionally equivalent to and clarify and amplify Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM CR-3. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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VIII. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS. Would the project:
a. Generate greenhouse gas emissions, either directly
or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on
the environment?
b. Conflict with an applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of
greenhouse gases?
(Source BP MND, WEBB-A, WEBB-B)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Discussion:
a) Generate greenhouse gas emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP MND determined that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions would result from fuel usage by construction equipment and construction-related activities, such as construction worker trips. Model results indicate, based on the SCAQMD recommendation to amortize construction emissions for a 30-year period, an estimated 60.82 metric tonnes per year of carbon dioxide equivalents (MTCO2E/yr) will occur from construction equipment used to construct the Beaumont WWTP Project over the course of the approximately 18- to 24-month long construction period. (BP MND, p. 80.)
Long-term emissions from construction of the proposed brine pipeline would primarily be in the form of mobile source emissions, with no stationary sources of emission present. Similarly, the new equipment for the proposed WWTP upgrade will be electric and include the replacement of an older emergency standby generator. Therefore, GHG emissions will mainly occur from Project construction. (BP MND, p. 80.)
Because the Beaumont WWTP Project will not generate GHG emissions, either directly or indirectly, that exceed SCAQMD draft screening thresholds impacts will be less than significant. (BP MND, p. 81).

Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Analysis prepared for the Beaumont Lift Station and Pipeline Project (included as Appendix B.1) was prepared to evaluate whether the expected criteria GHG emissions generated as a result of construction and operation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would exceed the SCAQMD draft screening significance thresholds. This analysis estimated GHG emissions from fuel usage by construction equipment and construction-related activities, such as construction worker trips. Model results indicate, based on the SCAQMD recommendation to amortize construction emissions for a 30-year period, that an estimated 7.48

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86 MTCO2E per year will occur from construction equipment over the course of the approximate six- month construction period. (WEBB-A, p. 6.)
The operation of the Lift Station will generate carbon dioxide emissions from the increased electrical usage at the Lift Station Site. Based on the expected pump usage, the estimated increase in electricity consumption is 0.37 MWh per year. Therefore, the estimated increase in GHG emissions from operation of the proposed Lift Station pumps will be approximately 372.78 MTCO2E per year. The Lift Station and Force Main Project does not fit into the categories provided (industrial, commercial, and residential) in the draft thresholds from SCAQMD. Thus, the Lift Station and Force Main Project’s emissions were compared to SCAQMD’s recommended screening level of 3,000 MTCO2E/yr. Thus construction and operation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not generate GHG emissions that exceed the SCAQMD draft screening significance thresholds. (WEBB-A, p. 6)
For the reasons set forth in the preceding paragraphs, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to greenhouse gas emissions. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
b) Conflict with an applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont WWTP MND determined that there are no applicable plans, policies, or regulations adopted for the purpose of reducing GHG emissions (i.e., Climate Action Plan) for an infrastructure project such as the Beaumont WWTP Project. (BP MND, p. 81.) Construction and operation of the Beaumont WWTP Project will not generate GHG emissions such that a significant impact on the environment will result. Refer to the discussion in Threshold VIII.a, above. Further, these facilities will not obstruct implementation of any future plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing GHG emissions. Therefore, no impact will occur. (Beaumont WWTP MND p. 81.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Beaumont 2040 Plan, which was adopted subsequent to adoption of the Beaumont WWTP MND sets forth goals, policies, and implementation actions to reduce GHG emissions in the following chapters: Land Use and Community Design, Mobility, Economic Development and Fiscal, Health and Environmental Justice, Community Facilities and Infrastructure, Conservation and Open Space, Safety, and Downtown Area Plan. (BGP EIR, pp. 5.7-11–5.7-22.) The only goal applicable to the Lift Station and Force Main Project is Goal 7.1: City-wide infrastructure to support existing development and future growth. The purpose of the Lift Station and Force Main Project is to provide sufficient redundancy and storage to avoid wastewater backups and overflows from existing and future growth consistent with the Beaumont 2040 Plan. Thus, the Lift Station and

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87 Force Main Project would not obstruct implementation of any plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing GHG emissions.

For the reasons set forth in the preceding paragraphs, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to conflicts or obstruction of any applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of GHGs. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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IX. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Would the project:
a. Create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment through the routine transport, use, or
disposal of hazardous materials?
b. Create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment through reasonably foreseeable upset
and accident conditions involving the release of
hazardous materials into the environment?
c. Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or
acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste
within one-quarter-mile of an existing or proposed
school?
d. Be located on a site which is included on a list of
hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to
Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result,
would it create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment?
e. For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within
two miles of a public airport or public use airport,
would the project result in a safety hazard or
excessive noise or people residing or working in the
project area?
f. Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency
evacuation plan?
g. Expose people or structures either directly or
indirectly, to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires?
(Source: BP MND, Google Earth, EnviroStor, Project Description, BGP 2020) Hazards and Hazardous Materials Discussion:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Construction of the brine pipeline may include the transport and storage of hazardous materials, such as fuels for the construction equipment. The transportation of hazardous materials can result in accidental spills, leaks, toxic releases, fire, or explosion. The brine pipeline is not expected to create the need for an excess amount of hazardous materials being used on-site for construction. (BP MND, p. 83.)
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89 Santa Ana River near E Street Bridge. Although a “reportable” spill if released into the environment unintentionally, brine waste is no more hazardous than sewage, and in addition, the proposed pipeline will be buried. The brine pipeline will require valves periodically along the length of the pipeline that will vent trapped air only. In the event of a pipe break, the vents may emit brine waste, considered equivalent to the hazards of a sewage spill. (BP MND, pp. 83–84.) Compliance with applicable federal and state laws related to the transportation, use, storage, and response to upsets or accidents that may involve hazardous materials would reduce the likelihood and severity of upsets and accidents during transit and storage. Additionally, the brine pipeline is not expected to result in the use of large amounts of hazardous materials that would create a hazard to the public or environment. Therefore, potential impacts are considered less than significant. (BP MND, p. 84.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will include the transport of fuels, lubricants, and various other liquids for operation of construction equipment. These materials will be transported to the Lift Station Site and Force Main alignment by equipment service trucks. In addition, workers will commute to the construction sites via private vehicles and will operate construction vehicles and equipment on public streets. A number of federal and state agencies prescribe strict regulations for the safe transportation of hazardous materials. Hazardous material transport, storage and response to upsets or accidents are primarily subject to federal regulation by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Office of Hazardous Materials Safety in accordance with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). California regulations applicable to hazardous material transport, storage, and response to upsets or accidents are codified in Title 13 (Motor Vehicles), Title 8 (Cal/OSHA), Title 22 (Management of Hazardous Waste), Title 26 (Toxics) of the California Code of Regulations (CCR), and the Chapter 6.95 of the Health and Safety Code (Hazardous Materials Release Response Plans and Inventory). These hazardous materials regulations were established at the state level to ensure compliance with federal regulations intended to reduce the risk to human health and the environment from the routine use of hazardous substances. Compliance with the measures is intended to significantly reduce a project’s risk to the environment. To ensure that workers and others at the construction sites encompassed by the Lift Station and Force Main Project are not exposed to unacceptable levels of risk associated with the use and handling of hazardous materials, the City is required to implement existing hazardous materials regulations, with compliance monitored by state (e.g., OSHA in the workplace or DTSC for hazardous waste) and local jurisdictions. Compliance with existing safety standards related to the handling, use, and storage of hazardous materials, and compliance with the safety procedures mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations (as noted above) would be required for the Lift Station and Force Main Project. Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the transportation, use, storage, and response to upsets or accidents that may involve hazardous materials would reduce the likelihood and severity of upsets and accidents during transit and storage.

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90 For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding the transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP MND determined that the construction of the Beaumont WWTP Project may involve the use of hazardous materials during construction and operation, but shall be required to comply with all applicable federal and state laws pertaining to the transport, use, disposal, handling, and storage of hazardous materials, including but not limited to Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations and Title 13, (motor vehicles) Title 8 (Cal/OSHA), Title 22 (Health and Safety Code), Title 26 (Toxics) of the California Code of Regulations, and Chapter 6.95 of the Health and Safety Code (Hazardous Materials Release Response Plans and Inventory), which describe strict regulations for the safe transportation of hazardous materials. (BP MND, pp. 84-85.) Although a brine spill would be a “reportable” spill if released into the environment unintentionally, brine waste is no more hazardous than sewage, and in addition, the proposed pipeline will be buried. The brine pipeline will require valves periodically along the length of the pipeline that will vent trapped air only. In the event of a pipe break, the vents may emit brine waste, considered equivalent to the hazards of a sewage spill. Compliance with all applicable federal and state laws related to the transportation, use and storage of hazardous materials would reduce the likelihood and severity of accidents during transit, use and storage to a less than significant impact. (BP MND, p. 85.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As discussed in the response to Threshold IX.a above, the Lift Station and Force Main Project may require the use of hazardous materials during construction and operation. However, given the size of the Lift Station Site hazardous materials at that location would not be present in any significant quantity and any spill is likely to be easily contained. Once construction of the Force Main is complete, hazardous materials will not be in use for that facility. The Force Main will convey sewage underground; which in the event of overflow or break in the pipe may result in a spill, which could potentially overflow from a manhole. Sewage is not classified as a hazardous material.

Further, the City has a process for reporting a sewer spill and protocols for responding and cleaning up spills.

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91 with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP MND identified several schools located within one-quarter mile of the proposed brine pipeline alignments: Citrus Valley Christian, Mission Elementary, Loma Linda Academy, Summit Career College, Concorde Career College, and Azusa Pacific University. (BP MND, pp. 85-86.)
Construction of the brine pipeline will not require atypical chemicals associated with construction methods and equipment. Fuels, lubricants and solvents can be anticipated but would not create a route of hazardous exposure to students at nearby schools because construction activities will be limited to roadways and move as they progress along the alignment. In addition, the brine pipeline will comply with state and federal regulations governing the use and transport of hazardous materials. Therefore, the Beaumont WWTP Project will not expose nearby schools to hazardous materials, substances, or waste and impacts are less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 85–86.) Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis There are no schools located within one-quarter mile of the Lift Station Site and Force Main Alignment. The three closest schools are Tournament Hills Elementary School, Three Ring Elementary School, and Highland Academy Charter School. These schools located between approximately 0.72 miles and 0.88 miles from the Lift Station and Force Main Project area. (Google Earth.)
For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to hazards within one quarter-mile of an existing or proposed school site. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Neither the Beaumont WWTP site or the brine waste disposal pipeline are located or aligned through any properties that are included on a list of hazardous materials sites complied pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. According to the CalEPA Regulated Site Portal, the WWTP is identified as a Chemical Storage Facility, Aboveground Petroleum Storage, and Hazardous Waste Generator. Regulatory oversight of each of these is done by Riverside County

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87.)
However, the Beaumont WWTP MND identified two “active” sites located adjacent to portions of the brine pipeline in San Bernardino and Colton.

Construction of the brine pipeline within roadways that abut properties undergoing some level of remediation or regulatory oversight is not anticipated to create a hazard to the public or environment - especially noting that the Yucaipa Valley Water District brine line was placed within the same roadways in 2012. Therefore, potential impacts are considered less than significant. (BP MND, p. 87.)
Modified Lift Station and Force Main: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station Site and Force Main Alignment are not located on, aligned with, or adjacent to any properties included on a list of hazardous materials compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.2. (Cortese List.)
For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to hazardous materials sites. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard or excessive noise or for people residing or working in the project area? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact A portion of the brine pipeline would be located within approximately two miles of the San Bernardino International Airport but not within the Airport Influence Area. Installation of an underground utility pipeline would not result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the Project area. No impact will occur in this regard. (BP MND, pp. 87-88.) Lift Station Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project is not located within two miles of an airport land use plan or public airport or public use airport; therefore no impacts to people residing or working in proximity to the Lift Station site or Force Main alignment will occur. (Google Earth) For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to hazards from an airport. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND.

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93 f) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Installation and operation of the proposed brine pipeline will not conflict with the emergency response plans of the jurisdictions through which it passes, including Beaumont, Calimesa, County of Riverside, San Bernardino County, Redlands, Loma Linda, San Bernardino, and Colton.

Construction will be limited to one-half of the roadway to install the brine pipeline underground. (BP MND, p. 88.)
None of the roads affected by the Beaumont WWTP Project within the City are listed as emergency evacuation routes according to the Beaumont General Plan. Nonetheless, depending on the location and extent of an emergency, the major surface streets affected by the brine pipeline could be utilized to route traffic. During construction, a section of no more than one-half of the roadway will be closed at any one time. Therefore, any impacts related to the interference with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan will be less than significant. (BP MND, p. 88.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Construction at the Lift Station would be confined to its existing footprint. The Force Main Alignment is located within or adjacent to the ROWs of Potrero Boulevard and Western Knolls Avenue (refer to Figure 3 – Lift Station and Force Main Alignment), which according to the Beaumont 2040 Plan Figure 9.2 Evacuation Routes, are not designated evacuation routes. (BGP 2020, p. 228.) During construction, a section of no more than one-half of the roadway will be closed at any one time. The ability of emergency vehicles to pass by the proposed Force Main safely, efficiently, and quickly during construction will not be limited with incorporation of the project’s Traffic Management Plan (TMP, see Section XVI – Transportation/Traffic below). Further, upon completion of the Force Main construction the ground surface will be restored to its original condition.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to interference with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is needed. g) Expose people or structures, either directly or indirectly, to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires ?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP MND concluded that the brine pipeline would be located underground and would not expose people or structures to a significant level of risk from wildland fires. Impact would be less than significant. (BP MND, p. 89.)

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For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to exposure to people or structures that either directly or indirectly could lead to significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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X. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY. Would the project:
a. Violate any water quality standards or waste
discharge requirements or otherwise substantially
degrade surface or ground water quality?
b. Substantially decrease groundwater supplies or
interfere substantially with groundwater recharge
such that the project may impede sustainable
groundwater management of the basin?
c. Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of a
stream or river through the addition of impervious
surfaces, in a manner which would:
(i) result in substantial erosion or siltation onsite or offsite;
(ii) substantially increase the rate or amount of
surface runoff in a manner which would result in
flooding on- or offsite;
(iii) create or contribute runoff water which would
exceed the capacity of existing or planned
stormwater drainage systems or provide
substantial additional sources of polluted
runoff; or
(iv) impede or redirect flood flows?
d. In flood hazard, tsunami, or seiche zones, risk release of pollutants due to project inundation?
e. Conflict with or obstruct implementation of a water
quality control plan or sustainable groundwater
management plan?
(Source: BP MND, Project Description, FEMA, Google Earth, Yucaipa 2022, Beaumont Basin ) Hydrology and Water Quality Discussion:
a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements or otherwise substantially degrade surface or ground water quality?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP MND concluded that construction of the brine pipeline will require compliance with the Linear Underground Pipeline SWPPP Guidance to provide effective linear erosion and sediment control measures. Additionally, it was determined that the brine pipeline would be exempt from the WQMP requirements for Riverside County. (BP MND, p. 92.) Construction dewatering and pipeline flushing (prior to brine use) are allowed if consistent with the Regional Board’s General De Minimus Permit for Discharges to Surface Waters, Order No. R8- 2009-0003, NPDES No. CAG 998001. And when discharging dewatering or de minimus water to a

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Construction of the brine pipeline will present the biggest threat to downstream water quality, as compared to the operational phase, however through compliance with existing regulations to protect surface water and groundwater resources, impacts will be less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 90-91.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Construction of the Force Main will be required to comply with the Linear Underground Pipeline SWPPP, to avoid discharge of storm water associated with construction and land disturbances activities. Beaumont WWTP MND determined that construction dewatering and pipeline flushing would be allowed if consistent with the Regional Board’s General De Minimus Permit for Discharges to Surface Waters, Order No. R8-2009-0003, NPDES No. CAG 998001. (BP MND, pp. 90-91.) Therefore, the Lift Station and Force Main Project would be required to obtain municipality permission prior to discharging dewatering or de minimus water to a municipal storm drain. Due to the Lift Station and Force Main Project consisting of an underground pipeline and modifications to an existing Lift Station substantial changes in operational discharge is not anticipated.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to water quality standards or waste discharge requirements or otherwise substantially degrade surface or ground water. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. b) Substantially decrease groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that the project may impede sustainable groundwater management of the basin)?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont WWTP MND determined that construction and operation of the brine pipeline will not cause depletion of, or interfere with groundwater recharge. No components of the Beaumont WWTP Project involves extraction of groundwater. No impacts will occur in this regard. (BP MND, pp. 92–93.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As with the Beaumont WWTP MND, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not cause depletion of, or interfere with groundwater recharge, as this project will convey wastewater to the Beaumont WWTP. Furthermore, no components of the Lift Station and Force Main Project involve extraction of groundwater.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to groundwater supplies or

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c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, or through the addition of impervious surfaces in a manner which would:
(i) result in substantial erosion or siltation onsite or offsite; Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant
Construction of the brine pipeline will occur mostly within road right-of-ways that are either paved or dirt (road shoulders) and highly disturbed. The locations where the brine pipeline is not within a road right-of-way are described in the Project Description. Roadways will be returned to their original line and grade. With implementation of the SWPPP and dewatering/de minimus permits, the Project will not result in substantial erosion or siltation and impacts will be less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 93.) Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Similar to the Beaumont WWTP MND, the force main construction would be located within road right of ways that have been previously disturbed and are either paved or dirt (road shoulders). The modifications to the Lift Station will be confined to the existing Station footprint, which has also been previously disturbed and would not alter existing drainage patterns. Upon completion of construction, Potrero Boulevard and Western Knolls Avenue will be returned to their original line and grade. As discussed in the response to Threshold X.a, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will implement a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Through implementation of a SWPPP and Project design, the Project will not result in substantial erosion or siltation impacts.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to drainage patterns.

Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
(ii) substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on- or off-site;?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Installation and operation of the brine pipeline will not result the alteration of a stream or river such that the rate or volume of runoff would result in flooding on- or off-site. The brine pipeline makes several crossings of creeks, drainages and the Santa Ana River. Methods to cross these waterways are aimed at avoiding direct impacts, including trenchless methods, overhead bridge attachments, and a pipe bridge. The proposed pipe bridge is designed

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98 above the ordinary high water mark of the drainage and is not expected to alter or otherwise hinder future flows at this location. As noted in the Project Description, the pipe bridge is temporary as the future realignment of Western Knolls Avenue (in association with the Potrero Boulevard Interchange project) will go through this drainage and flows will be conveyed via storm drain. Therefore, impacts resulting in flooding are considered less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 93-94.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As discussed in the response to Threshold X.c(i), above the Lift Station and Force Main Project are located in areas that have been previously developed. The Force Main is proposed to be located within road ROWs and will be buried underground. The Lift Station modifications would be confined to existing footprint and would not substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff since the Lift Station site is covered with impervious material. Upon completion, the Force Main Alignment will be returned to its original state. Thus, no changes to existing drainage patterns will occur. As shown on Figure 3 – Lift Station and Force Main Alignment, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not transverse a stream or river. Therefore, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in the alteration of a stream or river such that the rate or volume of runoff would result in flooding on-or off-site.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to altering drainage patterns and or the alteration of the course of a stream or river. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
(iii) create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff; or ?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The brine pipeline will be buried underground and will not generate runoff. During installation, the brine pipeline may need to be flushed to test for leaks and flushed water will be discharged in accordance with the municipality in which the discharge occurs and/or the Regional Board’s General De Minimus Permit for Discharges to Surface Waters (Order No.

R8-2009-0003, NPDES No. CAG 998001). Dewatering flows would also be subject to the same regulations as flushed water. Therefore, the brine pipeline is not anticipated to contribute stormwater runoff water that would exceed the capacity of existing or planned drainage systems, nor provide additional sources of polluted runoff and impacts will be less than significant. (BP MND, p. 94.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As previously discussed, the Lift Station and Force Main Project is located in areas that have been previously developed and disturbed. The proposed repairs and additions to the existing

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99 Lift Station would not contribute increased runoff that would exceed the capacity of existing drainage systems. The Force Main will be buried underground and the ground surface returned to its original condition and will not contribute increased runoff that would exceed the capacity of existing drainage systems. As concluded in the Beaumont WWTP MND, if the Force Main needs to be flushed to test for leaks, any flushed water will be discharged in accordance with the City’s and/or the Regional Board’s General De Minimus Permit for Discharges to Surface Waters (Order No. R8-2009-0003, NPDES No. CAG 998001).

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to runoff water exceeding existing capacity of planned stormwater drainage systems and or additional sources of polluted runoff. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. (iv) impede or redirect flood flows??
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Beaumont WWTP concluded that portions of the brine pipeline would traverse areas identified by FEMA as a 100-year flood hazard zones. The brine pipeline will be either buried or attached to an existing bridge where it crosses over a creek, railroad or roadway. There will be minor appurtenance structures for blow offs or valves that will be above ground in a few places along the pipeline alignment, however these structures would not be expected to impede or redirect flood flows. Therefore, impacts will be less than significant. (BP MND, p.

95.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As discussed in Threshold X.c.(i.), above the Lift Station and Force Main Project is located within road rights-of-way and an existing Lift Station footprint. The force main would be buried underground. However, modifications to the existing Lift Station would not result in the impede or flood flows of the existing site. Additionally, upon construction completion, all disturbed areas will be returned to their original state. Thus no changes to existing drainage patterns will are anticipated.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to impeding or redirecting flood flows. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND.

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d) In flood hazard, tsunami, or seiche zones, risk release of pollutants due to project inundation?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP MND concluded that the brine pipeline would be buried underground and not under threat of a sudden seiche or tsunami. The proposed brine pipeline passes through areas identified as landslide hazard areas (e.g., San Timoteo Canyon Road). Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM GEO-1, which requires a site-specific Geotechnical Investigation prior to approval of final plans for the brine pipeline, will be prepared to assess the geology and soils present and any hazards associated with landslides or mudflows. Compliance with recommendations from the Geotechnical Investigation will reduce hazards associated with landslides or mudflows to a less than significant impact with mitigation. (BP MND, pp. 96-97.) Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As shown on Figure 12 – FEMA Flood Hazard Zones,7 two areas of the Force Main Alignment along Potrero Boulevard will traverse through FEMA designated Flood Hazard Area Zone X.

Zone X is defined as follows: Other Flood Areas: Areas of 0.2% annual chance flood [500-year event]; areas of 1% annual chance flood [100-year event] with average depths of less than 1 foot or with drainage areas less than 1 square mile; and areas protected by levees from 1% annual chance flood. Because the Force Main will be buried underground, there will be no risk of the release of pollutants due to inundation.

Tsunamis are large waves that occur in coastal areas. The City is not located in a coastal area; therefore, there is no risk for the release of pollutants due to inundation by tsunami.

Seiches are seismically‐induced oscillation or sloshing of water contained in enclosed bodies including lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and swimming pools. This hazard is dependent upon the frequency of seismic waves, distance and direction from the epicenter, and site‐specific design criteria of the enclosed body of water. The Lift Station and Force Main Project is not located within close proximity to any enclosed bodies of water. Therefore, the release of pollutants due to flood, seiche or tsunami is not anticipated. (Converse-B, p. 12.) For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to the release of pollutants due to project inundation. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No new analysis is required.

7 Figure is on page 103.

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e) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of a water quality control plan or sustainable groundwater management plan ?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Water quality standards are defined as the combination of ‘water quality objectives’ (numeric and narrative thresholds) that are established to protect the ‘beneficial uses’ of downstream receiving waters. The Beaumont WWTP is a tertiary treatment facility that discharges effluent to Cooper’s Creek, San Timoteo Groundwater Management Zone (GMZ), Marshal Creek, and Beaumont GMZ.

Beneficial uses of the Beaumont and San Timoteo GMZ’s include municipal supply, industrial service supply, industrial process supply and agricultural supply. Cooper’s Creek and Marshall Creek are tributary to San Timoteo Creek, the beneficial uses of which include groundwater recharge, body contact recreation, non-body contact recreation, warm water aquatic habitat, and wildlife habitat. Currently, San Timoteo Creek and Santa Ana River Reach 5, to which it drains, are not listed as ‘impaired’ waterbodies on the Clean Water Act Section 303(d) list.

Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project is located within the Water Quality Control Plan for the Santa Ana River Basin Plan (Basin Plan). Water quality standards are defined as the combination of ‘water quality objectives’ (numeric and narrative thresholds) that are established to protect the ‘beneficial uses’ of downstream receiving waters. The Lift Station and Force Main Project site is tributary to the Santa Ana River.

Water quality standards of downstream waterbodies may be threatened by the Lift Station and Force Main Project discharging sediment or other pollutants during construction. To avoid this, the City is required to prepare and submit for approval from the Regional Water Quality Control Board, an effective SWPPP developed by a Qualified SWPPP Developer and implemented on-site by a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner. The SWPPP will describe erosion and sediment control measures that should be used at both the Lift Station site and along the to minimize the discharge of polluted stormwater runoff to the maximum extent practicable. (BP MND, pp. 91–92.) Lift Station and Force Main Project construction will present the biggest threat to downstream water quality, as compared to the operational phase, however through compliance with existing regulations to protect surface water and groundwater resources implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not conflict with or obstruct implementation of the Basin Plan.

The Lift Station is located in the Beaumont Basin which has been adjudicated. A Stipulated Agreement was developed and submitted to the Court. Honorable Gary Tranberger of the Superior Court of the State of California for the County of Riverside signed the Agreement, titled “San Timoteo Watershed Management Authority, vs. City of Banning, et al.” (Case No. RIC 389197), on February 4, 2004, (the Judgment). (Beaumont Basin.) Since the Beaumont Basin is adjudicated a Groundwater Sustainability Plan is not needed. The Force Main Alignment is located within the San Timoteo Subbasin (8-002.08). A Groundwater Sustainability Plan was created in January 2022. (Yucaipa 2022) The Lift Station and Force Main Project, will convey wastewater through the Force Main to the Beaumont WWTP for treatment. This will not result in the depletion of groundwater

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supplies in and of itself. Nor would the Lift Station or Force Main interfere with groundwater recharge due to the limited impervious footprint of the Lift Station and the Force Main Alignment being mostly within existing paved and impervious roadways.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station Project would not result in any new significant impacts related to implementation of a water quality control plan or sustainable groundwater management plan. Thus, there are no impacts, associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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Figure 12 – FEMA Flood Hazard Zones

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XI. LAND USE PLANNING. Would the project:
a. Physically divide an established community?
b. Cause significant environmental impact due to a
conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or
regulation adopted for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental effect?
(Source: Project Description, BP MND)
Land Use and Planning Discussion:
a) Physically divide an established community?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont WWTP MND concluded because work associated with the Beaumont WWP Project would be limited to the boundaries of the WWTP and the brine pipeline will be buried within disturbed road rights-of-way; there will be no impacts regarding physically dividing any established community. Therefore, no impacts would occur. (BP MND, p. 97.) Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Work associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project will limited to the existing Lift Station Site and the Force Main Alignment, which is within existing road ROWs. The Force Main will be buried underground. Therefore, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not physically divide an establish community.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding physically dividing an established community. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
b) Cause significant environmental impact due to a conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP MND concluded that because the WWTP site and surrounding land uses are designated “Industrial” on the City’s General Plan, the plant upgrades would be consistent and not in conflict with the current surrounding land uses. The brine pipeline alignment is within paved and unpaved road ROW where the installation of a utility pipeline would not cause conflict with a land use plan, policy, or regulation. Additionally, the brine pipeline will be buried and construction activities will be temporary. Therefore, the Beaumont WWTP Project will not conflict with any

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applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect and impacts will be less than significant. (BP MND, p. 97.) Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Work associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project would be confined to road ROWs, (paved or unpaved) and the existing Lift Station Site. As discussed throughout this Addendum, the construction and operation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not cause conflict with a land use plan, policy, or regulations.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to land use plan, policy or regulation for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XII. MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a. Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the
residents of the state?
b. Result in the loss of availability of a locally-important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local
general plan, specific plan, or other land use plan?
(Source: Project Description, BP MND)
Mineral Resources Discussion:
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The City of Beaumont has no known or identified mineral resources of regional or statewide importance. The proposed upgrades to the WWTP will occur within the actively disturbed footprint of the plant and would not result in the loss of a valuable mineral resource. Likewise, the brine pipeline will be buried primarily within disturbed road ROW where many previous pipeline installations have occurred. Therefore, there will be no impact related to the loss of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state. (BP MND, pp. 98–99.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis There are no known or identified mineral resources of regional or statewide importance within the City. (BGP EIR, p. 5.11-7.) The proposed improvements to the Lift Station will occur within the actively disturbed footprint of the Lift Station site. The Force Main will be located along previously disturbed road ROWs. Given the relatively small footprint of the Lift Station and Force Main Project and the amount of existing development in the immediate area, it is highly unlikely that any surface mining or mineral recovery operation could feasibly take place in these areas. Therefore, the loss of known mineral resources would not occur.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally-important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The City has no delineated mineral resource recovery sites; however, there may be viable aggregate recovery sites in certain open space and undeveloped properties, particularly along drainages. The WWTP upgrades within the disturbed footprint of the plant site and the brine pipeline located within existing road ROW will not impact any open space/undeveloped property and therefore not impact a known or potential mineral resource recovery site. No impact will occur in this regard. (BP MND, p. 99.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis There are no “locally important mineral resources recovery sites” identified in the Beaumont 2040 Plan. (BGP EIR, p. 5.11-7.) As discussed in the response to Threshold XII.a, the Lift Station and Force Main Project is confined to disturbed road ROW that is either paved or unpaved and the existing Lift Station site. Thus, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not impact any open space/undeveloped property and as such will not result in the loss of availability of a mineral resource recovery site delineated on any plans.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to loss of availability of a locally- important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan, or other land use plan Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XIII. NOISE. Would the project result in:
a. Generation of substantial temporary or permanent
increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the project in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable
standards of other agencies?
b. Generation of excessive groundborne vibration or
groundborne noise levels?
c. For a project located within the vicinity of a private airstrip or an airport land use plan or, where such a
plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a
public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area
to excessive noise levels?
(Source: BMC, BP MND, FTA)
Noise Discussion:
a) Generation of substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the project in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Temporary increases to ambient noise levels would occur during construction of the WWTP Project. Construction noise would derive from the use of various types of construction equipment such as compactors, cranes, excavators, generators and from a worker-related increase in traffic within the vicinity of the WWTP site and brine pipeline alignment. Sensitive receptors would inlcude any residences, educational institutions and public parks located within 250 feet of the noise source. (BP MND, p. 100.)
Regarding noise standards with the City, Beaumont Municipal Code Section 9.02.060(D) identifies exemptions to noise prohibitions, which includes “the construction, repair or excavation activities performed in connection with public works projects…and public utilities services.” Likewise, noise generated in industrial zones that are necessary and incidental to the uses permitted therein are also exempt. (BMC, Section 9.02.060 (D)(v)).

The primary source of temporary noise associated with the proposed WWTP Project is from construction activity. A peak or maximum noise level (LMAX) of 86 dBA (A-weighted decibels) at a distance of 50 feet is commonly used as a maximum construction noise limit by CalTrans.

Equipment and operations are usually at or less than that level. The nearest sensitive receptor to the WWTP is approximately 700 feet away. Sensitive receptors are located within 250 feet or less of the brine pipeline alignment. (BP MND, pp. 100–101.)

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Substantial temporary noise increases may occur during the construction phase. During normal operations, the ambient noise levels at the WWTP are in-line with that of surrounding industrial uses. The noisiest pieces of equipment at the WWTP are enclosed within sound-buffering buildings. Regarding operational noise from the brine pipeline, underground pipelines do not generate noise above ground, and because the brine pipeline is gravity-fed, pump stations will not be needed. In addition, noise will not be emitted from the above-ground structures (i.e., pressure relief valves/blow-offs) that are tied to the brine pipeline. Any minor operational noise would be related to maintenance. Through compliance with the City’s noise standards for construction and implementation of mitigation measures MM NOISE-1, MM NOISE-2, and MM NOISE-3, the proposed WWTP Project would not expose people to, or generate a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in excess of established standards; impacts will be less than significant with mitigation incorporated. (BP MND, pp. 100-102; 104–106.) MM NOISE-1. Equipment Maintenance: To minimize noise impacts resulting from poorly tuned or improperly modified vehicles and construction equipment, all vehicles and construction equipment shall maintain equipment engines and mufflers in good condition and in proper tune per manufacturers’ specifications to the satisfaction of the City of Beaumont Public Works Department. Equipment maintenance records and equipment design specification data sheets shall be kept and maintained by the contractor and available for review by the City upon request.

MM NOISE-2. Idling Engines: To minimize noise from idling engines, all vehicles and construction equipment shall be prohibited from idling in excess of five (5) minutes when not in use.

MM NOISE-3. Construction Hours. All construction activities on the brine pipeline within the City of Colton, City of San Bernardino, City of Redlands, City of Calimesa, and City of Beaumont shall be limited to occur on the days and between the hours directed by each respective agency.

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The nearest sensitive receptors to the Lift Station and Force Main Project are located in the residential neighborhood west of Potrero Boulevard between Castello Lane and Western Knolls Avenue. (Refer to Figure 3 – Lift Station and Force Main Alignment.) As with the WWTP Project, the primary source of temporary noise associated with the proposed Lift Station and Force Main Project is from construction activity. A peak or maximum noise level (LMAX) of 86 dBA at a distance of 50 feet is commonly used as a maximum construction noise limit by CalTrans.

Noise levels from point sources, such as those from individual pieces of machinery, typically attenuate (or drop off) at a rate of 6 dBA per doubling of distance from the noise source. Generally, a single row of buildings between the receptor and the noise source can reduce noise levels by about 5 dBA, while a solid wall or berm can reduce noise levels by 5 to 10 dBA. The manner in

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which homes in California are constructed generally provides a reduction of exterior-to-interior noise levels of approximately 20 to 25 dBA with closed windows. (BGP EIR, p. 5.12-2.) There is a solid block wall on the east side of this development between the residential lots and the landscaped shoulder of Potrero Boulevard. The wall is approximately 150 feet from the Lift Station site. Using a construction noise level of 86 dBA LMAX at a distance of 50 feet and assuming approximately 5 dbA of noise attenuation is provided by the block wall along Potrero Boulevard, the expected noise level on the other side of the block wall is approximately 71.5 dBA LMAX.8 Assuming a conservative noise reduction of 20 dBA, noise inside the residential units closest to Potrero Boulevard would be approximately 51.5 dBA LMAX.

Assuming the construction of the Force Main along Potrero Boulevard takes place approximately 100 feet from the block wall along Potrero Boulevard, the expected noise level at the west side of the block wall is approximately 75 dBA LMAX.9 Assuming a conservative noise reduction of 20 dBA, noise inside the residential units closest to Potrero Boulevard would be approximately 55 dBA LMAX. Noise from construction of the Force Main will move linearly as construction proceeds along the alignment. There are no other sensitive receptors within 250 feet of the Force Main Alignment.

Nonetheless, the Force Main and Lift Station Project will implement Beaumont WTP MND mitigation measures MM NOISE-1 and MM NOISE-2 as set forth above. Because no construction will take place within the Cities of Colton, San Bernardino, Redlands, or Calimesa, mitigation measure MM NOISE-3 is not applicable to the Lift Station and Force Main Project.

Regarding operational noise, the four new sewage pumps to be installed at the Lift Station are electrically driven and as such are not substantial noise generators. Further, any noise generated at the Lift Station will be attenuated by the block wall surrounding the Lift Station and, in the instance of the residential neighborhood, the block wall along the eastern side of Potrero Boulevard. Operation of the Force Main will not contribute to a permanent increase in ambient noise levels as the pipeline will be buried underground.

Therefore, construction and operation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not contribute to a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in excess of established standards.

For the reasons set forth in the preceding paragraphs, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts resulting in a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the Lift Station and Force

8 Noise level calculated using the inverse square law and a reference noise source of 86 dBA at 50 feet results in a noise level of approximately 76.5 dBA at 150 feet. Taking a conservative 5 dBA noise attenuation from the block wall equals approximately 71.5 dBA. This is a conservative estimate as it does not take into consideration noise attenuation provided by the block wall around the Lift Station.
9 Noise level calculated using the inverse square law and a reference noise source of 86 dBA at 50 feet results in a noise level of approximately 80 dBA at 100 feet. Taking a conservative 5 dBA noise attenuation from the block wall equals approximately 75 dBA.

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Main Project area in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies. Thus, there are no impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is needed. b) Generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels? Construction projects can generate ground-borne vibration, and in general, demolition of structures preceding construction generates the highest vibrations. However other construction equipment such as vibratory compactors or rollers, pile drivers and pavement breakers can generate perceptible vibration during construction activities. Heavy trucks can also generate ground-borne vibrations that vary depending on vehicle type, weight and pavement conditions. (BP MND, p. 102.)
Typically, ground-borne vibration generated by man-made activities attenuates rapidly with distance from the source of vibration. Man-made vibration issues are therefore, usually confined to short distances (i.e., 500 feet or less) from the source. Sensitive receptors for vibration include structures (especially older masonry structures); people (especially residents, the elderly, and the sick) and vibration sensitive equipment. Ground vibrations from construction activities do not often reach the levels that can damage structures, but they can achieve the audible and feelable ranges in buildings very close to the site. (BP MND, p. 102.)
Various types of construction equipment have been measured under a wide variety of construction activities with an average of source levels reported in terms of velocity as shown in Table C – Vibration Source Levels for Construction Equipment. Although the table gives one level for each piece of equipment, it should be noted that there is a considerable variation in reported ground vibration levels from construction activities. The data provides a reasonable estimate for a wide range of soil conditions.

Table C – Vibration Source Levels for Construction Equipmenta Equipment
PPV at 25 feet
(inches/second) RMSb at 25 feet
Large Bulldozer 0.089 87
Caisson Drill 0.089 87
Loaded Truck 0.076 86
Jackhammer 0.35 79
Small Bulldozer 0.003 58
Notes:
a Federal Transit Administration, Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment, May 2006.

Table 12-2
b RMS velocity in decibels (VdB) re 1 micro-inch/second.

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Regarding impacts from ground-borne vibration, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has published guidance in their document titled Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment.

According to the FTA, although the perceptibility threshold for humans is approximately 65 VdB, human response to vibration is not usually significant unless the vibration exceeds 70 VdB. If the vibration level at a residence reaches 85 VdB, most people will be strongly annoyed by the vibration. (BP MND, p. 102.)
Table D – Typical Human Reaction and Effect on Buildings Due to Groundborne Vibration, displays some of the common human reactions to various levels of groundborne vibration (expressed in PPV) and its effect on buildings.

Table D – Typical Human Reaction and Effect on Buildings Due to Groundborne Vibrationa Vibration Level
(PPVb)
(inches/second) Human Reaction Effect on Buildings

0.006-0.019 Threshold of perception Vibrations unlikely to cause damage of any type

0.08 Vibration readily perceptible Recommended upper level of vibration to which ruins ancient monuments should be
subjected

0.10 Level at which continuous vibration
begins to annoy people
Virtually no risk of “architectural” (i.e., not
structural) damage to normal buildings

0.20 Vibrations annoying to people in
buildings
Threshold at which there is a risk to
“architectural” damage to normal dwelling
– houses with plastered walls and ceilings

0.4-0.6 Vibrations considered unpleasant by
people subjected to continuous
vibrations and unacceptable to some
people walking on bridges
Vibrations at a greater level than normally
expected from traffic, but would cause
“architectural” damage and possibly minor
structural damage
Notes:
a Source: California Department of Transportation, Noise Impact Analysis for the Sycamore Canyon Business Park Warehouse, September 2013. Compiled from Table 5 (p. 22) and Table 12 (p. 24). b PPV = Peak Particle Velocity.

Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WTP MND concluded that ground-borne vibration generated during construction at the WWTP and brine pipeline may be perceptible, but would not reach the threshold of annoyance or result in structural damage to buildings; therefore, impacts relating to exposure and generation of excessive ground-borne vibration or ground-borne noise levels will be less than significant. (BP MND, p. 104.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project may generate ground-borne vibration from construction equipment. No demolition of structures is proposed as part of the Lift Station and

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Force Main Project. As discussed in the response to Threshold XIII.a, the nearest sensitive receptors to the Lift Station Site and Force Main Alignment are residential units west of Potrero Boulevard between Castello Lane and Western Knolls Avenue, which are approximately 150 feet from the Lift Station site and 100 feet from the Force Main Alignment. Uses adjacent to other portions of the Force Main Alignment include vacant land and industrial uses (warehouses). (Refer to Figure 3 – Lift Station and Force Main Alignment.)
Based on the average source levels set reported in terms of velocity as shown above in Table C – Vibration Source Levels for Construction Equipment and common human reactions and effects on buildings set forth in Table D – Typical Human Reaction and Effect on Buildings Due to Ground-borne Vibration, ground-borne vibration generated during construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project may be perceptible, but is not expected to reach the threshold of annoyance or result in structural damage to buildings.

For the reasons set forth above implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to a generation of excessive ground- borne vibration or ground-borne noise levels. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. c) For a project located within the vicinity of a private airstrip or an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
Portions of the proposed brine pipeline alignment are within two miles of the San Bernardino International Airport but not within the Airport Influence Area boundary. Pipeline construction personnel would not be exposed to noise levels coming from the airport that are louder than the levels heard by surrounding residents simply by virtue of working on the Project, and no impacts would occur. (BP MND, p. 106.)
Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As discussed in the response to Threshold IX.e, the Lift Station Site and Force Main Alignment are not located within two miles of an airport land use plan or public airport or public use airport. The Lift Station and Force Main Project is not located within the vicinity of a private airstrip. Therefore, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not expose people residing or working in the area to excessive noise levels.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related the exposure of people to excessive noise levels from a private air strip, public airport, or public use airport. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XIV. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the project:
a. Induce substantial unplanned population growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing new
homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example,
through extension of roads or other infrastructure)?
b. Displace substantial numbers of existing people or
housing, necessitating the construction of
replacement housing elsewhere?
(Source: Project Description, BP MND, BGP 2020)
Population and Housing Discussion:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The WWTP expansion is required by the current Waste Discharge Requirement (or permit) from the Santa Ana River RWQCB because the volume of influent to the plant has reached a threshold that triggers mandatory expansion. The proposed components to upgrade the WWTP will expand treatment capacity to 6 MGD, which will outpace the anticipated growth rate of the City until approximately 2037. The expanded plant capacity can indirectly induce population growth; however, the expansion is resulting from current user needs and in response to the Regional Board’s regulations to ensure adequate service. The proposed brine pipeline is a result of the required WWTP expansion to serve current user needs and will not in and of itself substantially induce population growth in the City. Therefore, the Beaumont WWTP Project’s influence to substantially induce population growth is less than significant. (BP MND, p. 107.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project will not directly induce population growth in the City, as it does not introduce housing or employment opportunities. The purpose of the Lift Station and Force Main Project is to provide sufficient redundancy and storage to avoid wastewater backups and overflows resulting from existing and future growth consistent with the Beaumont 2040 Plan.

Because the Lift Station and Force Main Project will serve future growth consistent with the Beaumont 2040 Plan, it will not induce substantial unplanned population growth in the City.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts resulting from the direct or indirect inducement of substantial unplanned population growth in the City. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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b) Displace substantial numbers of existing people or housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere??
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont WWTP Project will not displace existing housing or displace people such that replacement housing will be required elsewhere. Therefore, there will be no impact on housing as a result of the proposed Project. (BP MND, p. 108.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Construction associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project will be confined to existing road ROWs and the existing Lift Station Site. Because the Lift Station and Force Main Project does not require the displacement of existing people or housing, construction of replacement housing is not required.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding the displacement of existing people or housing and the construction of replacement housing. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XV. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the project:
a. Result in substantial adverse physical impacts
associated with the provision of new or physically
altered governmental facilities, need for new or
physically altered governmental facilities, the
construction of which could cause significant
environmental impacts, in order to maintain
acceptable service ratios, response times or other
performance objectives for any of the public services:
i. Fire protection?
ii. Police protection?
iii. Schools?
iv. Parks?
v. Other public facilities?
(Source: Project Description, BP MND)
Public Service Discussion:
a) Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of the public services? i. Fire protection?
ii. Police protection?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Work at the WWTP will not change access into that property or reduce the width of any interior roadway; thus upgrade and expansion of the WWTP will not affect service times or response ratios for emergency services. Operation of the proposed brine pipeline will not affect fire protection services. Construction of the brine pipeline may cause traffic delays, especially in 2- lane roads, that may affect response times for emergency vehicles. The Beaumont WWTP Project’s Traffic Management Plan and subsequent traffic control plans (required per Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM TRANS-1), which will be approved by each jurisdiction through which the pipeline will align, will be required to provide adequate pass-by features for emergency vehicles. Through compliance with required traffic control plans and encroachment permits, the details of which will be dictated by each city and county through which the pipeline aligns, impacts are reduced to less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 109–110.)

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Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Work proposed for the Lift Station component will not change access to that site or entail road closures. Thus, there will be no to change current response times. Construction of the Force Main, may cause temporary traffic delays, that may affect response times for emergency vehicles. However, the Force Main Alignment is not located along any designated evacuation routes. (BGP 2020, p. 228.) As with the Beaumont WWTP Project, if any lane closure is required, a traffic control plan that provides adequate pass by features for emergency vehicles will be prepared and implemented during construction.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to the provision of fire protection services. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
iii. Schools?
iv. Parks?
v. Other public facilities?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont WWTP Project is being constructed to meet requirements by the RWQCB to upgrade the WWTP. The Beaumont WWTP Project in and of itself will not result in population increases that would require additional schools, parks, or other public facilities. No impacts will occur in this regard. (BP MND, pp. 110–111.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As discussed in the response to Threshold XIV.a, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will provide redundancy and storage to avoid wastewater backups and overflows resulting from existing users and future growth consistent with the Beaumont 2040 Plan. This project will not extend services to an area where services are not currently available. Because the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in population growth; no additional schools, parks, or other public facilities will be needed.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding the need for schools, parks, or other public facilities. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XVI. RECREATION.
a. Would the project increase the use of existing
neighborhood and regional parks or other
recreational facilities such that substantial physical
deterioration of the facility would occur or be
accelerated?
b. Does the project include recreational facilities or
require the construction or expansion of recreational
facilities which might have an adverse physical effect
on the environment?
(Source: BP MND, Project Description)
Recreation Discussion:
a) Would the project increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont MND concluded that because the Beaumont WWTP Project is being constructed to meet requirements by the RWQCB to upgrade the City WWTP it will not cause a population increase. The Beaumont WWTP Project would not increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated. No impact will occur in this regard. (BP MND, p. 111.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As discussed in the response to Threshold XIV.a above, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will provide redundancy and storage to avoid wastewater backups and overflows resulting from existing users and future growth consistent with the Beaumont 2040 Plan. Therefore, this project will increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreation facilities such that a substantial physical deterioration of these facilities would occur or be accelerated.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding the physical deterioration of a neighborhood park, regional park, or recreational facilities. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont WWTP Project does not include new public recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities. Therefore, there will be no impact in this regard. (BP MND, p.111.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project does not include new public recreation facilities or require construction or expansion of recreational facilities.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding the construction or expansion of recreational facilities. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XVII. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC. Would the project:
a. Conflict with a program, plan, ordinance, or policy
addressing the circulation system, including transit,
roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities?
b. Conflict or be inconsistent with CEQA Guidelines
§15064.3 subdivision (b)?
c. Substantially increase hazards due to a geometric
design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous
intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm
equipment)?
d. Result in inadequate emergency access?
(Source: BGP 2020, BP MND, Project Description)
Transportation and Traffic Discussion:
a) Conflict with a program, plan, ordinance, or policy addressing the circulation system, including transit, roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP MND identified the following City policy to minimize potential short-term construction-related impacts associated with the development of infrastructure.

Circulation Element Policy 14: The City of Beaumont will limit the adverse impacts associated with the construction of roadways and the installation of infrastructure improvements. [Implemented through environmental review.] Construction personnel, supply trucks, and hauling of heavy-duty equipment to the Beaumont WWTP Project will temporarily increase traffic along the main roadways used to access the WWTP site and may result in traffic congestion along the brine pipeline alignment as work progresses.

During construction of the brine pipeline, temporary lane closures as well as construction personnel, material deliveries, and removal of excess soil material are to be expected. It may be necessary to close at least one lane of traffic during construction of the brine pipeline, and in the narrowest street sections, brine pipeline installation may result in (i) street closure with access limited to residents and emergency vehicles, or (ii) lane closure with work required to take place at night. The Beaumont WWTP Project’s Traffic Management Plan and subsequent traffic control plans shall approved by each jurisdiction through which the pipeline will align, so that construction will be consistent with local traffic ordinances and policies. Therefore, with implementation of Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM TRANS-1, impacts will be less than significant with mitigation. (BP MND, pp. 112-113.)

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MM TRANS-1. Traffic Control Plans: As required by the Project’s Traffic Management Plan and construction specifications, prior to the initiation of construction activities where a public roadway will be affected by a lane or segment closure or modification of a travel lane, a Traffic Control Plan shall be prepared for such segment and approved by the appropriate jurisdiction (i.e. City of Beaumont, County of Riverside, City of Redlands, City of Loma Linda, City of San Bernardino, City of Colton, County of San Bernardino).

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Subsequent to adoption of the Beaumont WTP MND, the City adopted an update to its general plan, known as the Beaumont 2040 Plan. There are no goals or policies in the Beaumont 2040 Plan equivalent to Circulation Element Policy 14. Beaumont 2040 Plan Chapter 4 – Mobility, identifies the following goals: (BGP 2020, pp. 121–123.)
Goal 4.1: Promote smooth traffic flows and balance operational efficiency, technological, and economic feasibility.

Goal 4.2: Support the development of a comprehensive network of complete streets throughout the City that provides safe, efficient, and accessible connectivity for users of all ages and abilities.

Goal 4.3: A healthy transportation system that promotes and improves pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle safety in Beaumont.

Goal 4.4: A balanced transportation system that provides adequate facilities for people in the City to bicycle, walk, or take transit to their destinations.

Goal 4.5: Work collaboratively with regional transit agencies to enhance existing transit facilities and promote the implementation of future transit opportunities.

Goal 4.6: An efficient goods movement system that ensures timely deliveries without compromising quality of life, safety, or smooth traffic flow for Beaumont residents.

Goal 4.7: Manage and provide an adequate parking supply that meets the needs of people who live, work, and visit Beaumont.

Goal 4.8: Support and proactively plan for changes in mobility technologies.

Each of the above goals have underlying policies; however none of the goals, policies, or implementation strategies identified in the Beaumont 2040 Plan are applicable to the Force Main and Lift Station Project. Therefore, construction and operation of the upgrades to the Lift Station and construction of the Force Main will not conflict with a program, plan, ordinance, or policy addressing the circulation system, including transit, roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities.

Nonetheless, to maintain circulation in the event a lane closure is required, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will implement Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM TRANS-1.

Traffic Control Plans, as clarified below to delete references to jurisdictions outside of the Force Main Alignment.

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CMM TRANS-1. Traffic Control Plans: As required by the Project’s Traffic Management Plan and construction specifications, Prior to the initiation of construction activities where a public roadway will be affected by a lane or segment closure or modification of a travel lane, a Traffic Control Plan shall be prepared for such segment and approved by the appropriate jurisdiction (i.e. City of Beaumont, County of Riverside, City of Redlands, City of Loma Linda, City of San Bernardino, City of Colton, County of San Bernardino).

For the reasons set forth in the preceding paragraphs, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding conflict with a program, plan, ordinance, or policy addressing the circulation system. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis will be required.
b) Conflict or be inconsistent with CEQA Guidelines §15064.3 subdivision (b)? CEQA Guidelines §15064.3(a) describes specific considerations for evaluating a project’s transportation impacts and states “Generally, vehicle miles traveled) is the most appropriate measure of transportation impacts.” As stated in CEQA Guidelines §15064.3(b)(2), “projects that reduce, or have no impact on, vehicle miles traveled should be presumed to cause a less than significant transportation impact.”
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact This threshold was not a part of the CEQA Guidelines at the time the Beaumont WWTP MND was prepared. The requirement to use vehicle miles traveled (VMT) to analyze transportation impacts became effective July 1, 2020, after adoption of the Beaumont WWTP MND. The Beaumont WWTP MND determined that construction of the Beaumont WWTP Project would temporarily increase traffic as a result of construction personnel, supply trucks and hauling of heavy-duty equipment; however this would be a short term increase that would cease once construction is complete. (BP MND, pp. 112–114.) As such, transportation impacts were determined to be less than significant.

Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would temporarily increase traffic in the area as a result of construction-related vehicles. However, since sewer facilities are not trip generators, there would be no net increase in VMTs. Because implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not conflict with or be inconsistent with CEQA Guidelines §15064.3. subdivision (b), impacts will be less than significant.

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information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. c) Substantially increase hazards due to a geometric design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
Because the Beaumont WWTP Project will not change roadway configurations; there will be no impacts in this regard. (BP MND, p. 114.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project will not reconfigure current roadways or change land uses.

Thus, there will no increased hazards due to a geometric design feature or incompatible uses.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in any new or increased hazards due to a geometric design feature or incompatible land use.

Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Modified Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
d) Result in inadequate emergency access?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation The Beaumont WWTP Project will not reconfigure current roadways. As required by mitigation measure MM TRANS-1, traffic control plans will be prepared and implemented so access will be maintained throughout the construction period. With incorporation of mitigation measure MM TRANS-1, impacts are reduced to less than significant.

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As previously stated in the response to Threshold XVII.c. above, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not reconfigure any roadways. Through compliance with required encroachment permits and clarified mitigation measure CMM TRANS-1 (set forth in the response to Threshold XVII.c), emergency access will be maintained throughout the construction period.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in inadequate emergency access. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XVIII. TRIBAL CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a. Would the project cause a substantial adverse
change in the significance of a tribal cultural
resources, defined in Public Resources Code Section
21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural
landscape that is geographically defined in terms of
the size and scope of the landscape, sacred place, or
object with cultural value to a California Native
American tribe, and that is:
i. Listed or eligible for listing in the California
Register of Historical Resources, or in a local
register of historical resources as defined in
Public Resources Code section 5020.1(k), or
ii. A resource determined by the lead agency, in its
discretion and supported by substantial evidence,
to be significant pursuant to criteria set forth in
subdivision (c) of Public Resources Code Section
5024.1. In applying the criteria set forth in
subdivision (c) of Public Resource Code Section
5024.1, the lead agency shall consider the
significance of the resource to a California Native
American tribe.
(Source: AE-A, BP MND)
Tribal Cultural Resources Discussion:
i) Listed or eligible for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources (CRHR), or in a local register of historical resources as defined in Public Resources Code section 5020.1(k)? ii) A resource determined by the lead agency, in its discretion and supported by substantial evidence, to be significant pursuant to criteria set forth in subdivision (c) of Public Resources Code Section 5024.1? In applying the criteria set forth in subdivision (c) of Public Resource Code Section 5024.1, the lead agency shall consider the significance of the resource to a California Native American tribe.

Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated As documented in the Beaumont WWTP MND, the City provided “Notification of Tribal Consultation Opportunity” letters dated February 14, 2017 pursuant to AB 52 to Tribes that have previously requested such a notice. Letters were sent from the City to six Tribes: Torres-Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians, Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians, Cabazon Band of Mission Indians, Morongo Band of Mission Indians, Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians, and Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Three tribes responded with input: Morongo Band of Mission Indians, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, and Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians. (BP MND, p. 13.)

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As discussed in the response to Threshold V.a, there are no resources listed or eligible for listing in the California Register of Historic Resources and the records search completed as part of the Phase 1 Cultural Resource Assessment for the Beaumont Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline Project did not identify any prehistoric resources within a one-mile radius of the Beaumont WWTP Project APE. Although, the results of the Native American Heritage Commission Sacred Lands File search conducted February 14, 2017, indicated there are known Native American cultural resources within the Project area, the Beaumont WWTP MND determined that with implementation of mitigation measures MM CR-1 and MM CR 2, as set forth in the response to Threshold V.b, impacts regarding tribal cultural resources will be reduced to less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 117-118.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis AB 52 does not apply to the Lift Station and Force Main Project as neither a notice of preparation or notice of intent to adopt a negative declaration/mitigated negative declaration is being issued.

As discussed in the response to Threshold V.a, above, no prehistoric archaeological resources were documented within or adjacent to the Lift Station Site and Force Main Alignment. (AE-A, pp. 13–14.) Nonetheless, in the event of accidental discovery of potentially significant prehistoric archaeological resources during construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project, mitigation measure CMM CR-1, as clarified in the response to Threshold V.b, will be implemented.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to tribal cultural resources. Thus there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XIX. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project:
a. Require or result in the relocation or construction of new expanded water, wastewater treatment or storm
water drainage, electric power, natural gas, or
telecommunications facilities the construction or
relocation of which could cause significant
environmental effects?
b. Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project and reasonably foreseeable future
development during normal, dry and multiple dry
years?
c. Result in a determination by the wastewater
treatment provider which serves or may serve the
project that it has adequate capacity to serve the
project’s projected demand in addition to the
provider’s existing commitments?
d. Generate solid waste in excess of state or local
standards, or in excess of the capacity of local
infrastructure, otherwise impair the attainment of
solid waste reduction goals?
e. Comply with federal, state, and local management
and reduction statues and regulations related to solid
waste?
(Source: BCVWD, BP MND, Project Description)
Utilities and Service Systems Discussion:
a) Require or result in the relocation or construction of new or expanded water, wastewater treatment or storm water drainage, electric power, natural gas, or telecommunications facilities the construction or relocation of which could cause significant environmental effects?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated The Beaumont WWTP Project involves the construction of new wastewater treatment facilities and a conveyance pipeline, the environmental impacts of which were evaluated in the Beaumont WWTP MND. The Beaumont WWTP Project does not require or propose relocation or construction of new or expanded water, storm water drainage, electrical power, natural gas, or telecommunications facilities. The analysis in the Beaumont WWTP MND concluded all environmental effects associated with the Beaumont WWTP Project will be less than significant with incorporation of the mitigation measures identified in the Beaumont WWTP MND. (BP MND, p. 119.)

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Lift Station and Force Main Conclusion: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project proposes improvements to the Mesa Lift Station and construction approximately 9,353 linear feet of a 16-inch diameter PVC Force Main adjacent to the existing 12-inch diameter brine pipeline. The Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in any increase in wastewater that would require treatment. The environmental effects associated with the construction and operation of the Lift Station and Force Main project are evaluated in this Addendum. The Lift Station and Force Main Project does not require or propose relocation or construction of new or expanded water, storm water drainage, electrical power, natural gas, or telecommunications facilities. As indicated in the analysis in this Addendum, all environmental effects associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project will be less than significant with incorporation of the clarified mitigation measures identified herein.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project, which will result in new wastewater conveyance facilities, will not require or result in the relocation or construction of new water, storm water drainage, electric power, natural gas, or telecommunications facilities. Thus there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. b) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project and reasonably foreseeable future development during normal, dry and multiple dry years? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Construction of the Beaumont WWTP Project will use water for dust control during construction.

The Beaumont WWTP MND concluded there are sufficient water supplies for these needs. Thus, impacts are less than significant. (BP MND, p. 120.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project will use water for dust control during construction.

Additionally water will be needed for operation of the Lift Station. The Beaumont Cherry Valley Water District (BCVWD) is the water provider for the City. In addition to the City, BCVWD’s service area includes the unincorporated community of Cherry Valley in Riverside County and unincorporated territory in San Bernardino County. (BCVWD, p. 3-2.) According to BCVWD’s 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (2020 UWMP), BCVWD’s primary source of water is groundwater extracted from the Beaumont Basin,10 which is augmented with imported State Project Water (and other imported sources of supply) from the San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency, and groundwater from Edgar Canyon. (BCVWD, pp. ES-2.) Future water sources include recycled water for landscape irrigation; storm water capture and recharge from Edgar Canyon, Noble Creek, and other local watersheds; urban storm runoff captured in detention and

10 The Beaumont Basin was adjudicated on February 4, 2004 and is managed by the Beaumont Basin Watermaster. The Beaumont Basin Adjudication requires that the extracted amount of water from this basin be replenished.

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water quality basins; and San Timoteo Basin groundwater (non-potable). (BCVWD, pp. 6-1–6-3.) During normal year conditions, BCVWD will have sufficient water supply to meet current and projected water demands. A shortfall in supply during a single dry year will be met with stored groundwater from BCVWD’s storage account in the Beaumont Basin. In the event there multiple consecutive dry years, BCVWD has identified various response actions in its Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP). The WSCP outlines the required demand reduction actions during various stages and discusses how BCVWD will implement these actions to minimize shortfalls between available supplies and demands. Each year, BCVWD will analyze its water supplies and projected demands, and a Water Supply and Demand Assessment will be prepared. This will aid BCVWD in its continued commitment to providing reliable water to meet the needs of its customers. (BCVWD, pp. ES-5–ES-6.)
For the reasons set forth above, BCVWD will be able to serve the Lift Station and Force Main Project and reasonably foreseeable future development during normal, dry, and multiple-dry years.

Thus there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
c) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project’s projected demand in addition to the provider’s existing commitments?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The Beaumont WWTP Project is a required system upgrade and capacity expansion of the City’s WWTP in order to produce higher quality effluent with greater treatment capacity. Because the Beaumont WWTP Project will not generate wastewater, there will be no impact in terms of adequate wastewater treatment capacity. (BP MND, p. 120.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project will provide sufficient redundancy and storage to avoid wastewater backups and overflows from existing and future growth consistent with the Beaumont 2040 Plan. This will not increase the amount of wastewater generated in the City or the amount of wastewater to be treated at the WWTP. With completion of the Beaumont WWTP Project, the WWTP has sufficient capacity to serve existing and future development within the City.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding the capacity of the City (as wastewater treatment provider) to serve its existing commitments. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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d) Generate solid waste in excess of state or local standards, or in excess of the capacity of local infrastructure, otherwise impair the attainment of solid waste reduction goals? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact Solid waste will be generated during Beaumont WWTP Project construction, some of which will be recycled. Commercial and residential municipal solid waste from Beaumont is delivered via private haulers to the Lamb Canyon Landfill, located just south of the City. Lamb Canyon Landfill is rated a Class III landfill11 and operated by the Riverside County Waste Management Department. Lamb Canyon Landfill is in the final stages of expanding so that it would have the capacity to accept trash generated by the City for 30-plus years beyond the estimated closure date of 2021. (BP MND, pp. 120–121.) Solid waste generated by the portions of the Beaumont WWTP Project will be disposed of at the San Timoteo Landfill, which is also a Class III landfill. Pipeline installation projects generate limited amount of waste during construction and this quantity of solid waste is not anticipated to interfere with the permitted capacity of nearby landfills willing to accept the waste. Because the Beaumont WWTP Project will be served by landfills with sufficient capacity, impacts will be less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 120-121.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As with the Beaumont WWTP Project, solid waste be generated during construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project some of which will be recycled. Operation of the Force Main will not generate solid waste and operation of the Lift Station following installation of the new pumps will not increase the amount of solid waste beyond what is currently produced. The City is within the service area of Lamb Canyon Landfill, and a majority of the waste generated by the City is taken to this landfill. Waste generated within the City is also taken to other Riverside County landfills, as well as various landfills throughout the state. (BGP EIR, p. 5.18-37.) For the reasons set forth above implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to solid waste. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
e) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes management and reduction statues and regulations related to solid waste?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: No Impact
The collection and disposal of solid waste associated with the Beaumont WWTP Project would conform to applicable federal, State, and local plans and regulations, including AB 939 (Integrated Waste Management Act) that local jurisdictions divert at least 50% of all solid waste. Because the Beaumont WWTP Project will adhere to all federal, State and local regulations related to solid waste during construction and operation. There will be no impact in this regard. (BP MND, p. 121.)

11 California Code of Regulations Title 27.

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Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis As with the Beaumont WWTP Project, collection and disposal of solid waste associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project will conform to applicable federal, State, and local plans and regulations, including AB 939.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to compliance with federal, state, and local statutes management and reduction statues and regulations related to solid waste. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XX. WILDFIRE.
a. Substantially impair an adopted emergency response
plan or emergency evacuation plan?
b. Due to slope, prevailing winds, and other factors,
exacerbate wildfire risks and thereby expose project
occupants to pollutant concentrations from a wildfire
or the uncontrolled spread of wildfire?
c. Require the installation or maintenance of associated infrastructure (such as roads, fuel breaks, emergency
water sources, power lines, or other utilities) that may exacerbate fire risk or that may result in temporary or ongoing impacts to the environment?
d. Expose people or structures to significant risks,
including downslope or downstream flooding or
landslides, as a result of runoff, post-fire instability , or drainage changes?
(Source: BGP 2020, BP MND, Project Description,)
Wildfire Discussion:
a) Substantially impair an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The City maintains a Multi-Hazard Functional Plan that outlines responsibilities and procedures the City will follow in the event of an emergency or Citywide disaster. The WWTP also maintains a plan for various on-site emergency scenarios. Construction at the WWTP site will not interfere with an adopted emergency response or evacuation plan. The WWTP will continue to provide the current level of service during construction. (BP MND, p. 88.)
Construction of the brine pipeline will not conflict with the City’s emergency response plans.

According to the Beaumont General Plan, Figure 4.8-1, none of the roads affected by the brine pipeline are identified as emergency evacuation routes. Nonetheless, depending on the location and extent of an emergency, the major surface streets affected by construction of the brine pipeline could be utilized to route traffic. During construction, a section of no more than one-half of the roadway will be closed at any one time. The ability of emergency vehicles to pass by the brine pipeline installation safely, efficiently and quickly will not be limited with incorporation of the Traffic Management Plan as required by Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM TRANS-1.

Therefore, any impacts related to the interference with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan will be less than significant. (BP MND, p. 88.)

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Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis According to Beaumont 2040 Plan Figure 9.2 Evacuation Routes, the Lift Station and Force Main Project is not located along any roads designated as emergency evacuation routes. (BGP 2020, p. 228.) While construction of the Force Main may result in closing a traffic lane, any closure will be temporary and will not affect established evacuation routes. Nonetheless as discussed in the response to Threshold XVII.a, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will comply with clarified mitigation measure CMM TRANS-1, which requires the preparation and implementation of a traffic control plan during construction. Because the Force Main will be buried underground and the Lift Station modifications will be limited to the Lift Station Site, there will be no impacts to any adopted emergency response or evacuation plan.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to impairing an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. b) Due to slope, prevailing winds, and other factors, exacerbate wildfire risks and thereby expose project occupants to pollutant concentrations from a wildfire or the uncontrolled spread of wildfire?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP is not located on, or adjacent to substantial slopes. The southern boundary of the existing Beaumont WWTP is adjacent to a vegetated riparian corridor called Cooper’s Creek. Although the City has no designated wildland fire hazard areas, the proximity of the creek vegetation to the WWTP presents a source of fuel for a wildfire approaching from that direction.

There is a fire break between the creek habitat and the flat, usable land of the WWTP facility. The plant’s existing procedures for fuel abatement and fire suppression will limit the risk of wildland fires. The brine pipeline component will be located underground and would not expose people or structures to a significant level of risk from wildland fires. Additionally, the Beaumont WWTP Project does not include the construction of residential structures. Because the WWTP Project would not expose people or structures at the to a significant level of risk from wildland fires, impacts are less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 77, 89.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis According to Beaumont 2040 Plan Figure 9.3 – Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map, portions of the Force Main Alignment will be located in areas designated Moderate and High fire hazard severity zones. (BGP 2020, p. 231.) The Lift Station and Force Main Project is not located in proximity to any mountainous areas. Because the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not change the current level of fire risk in the area and does not include habitable structures, it will not expose occupants to wildfire pollutants of the uncontrolled speard of wildfire.

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For the reasons set forth above, the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to exposure of pollutant concentrations from a wildfire or the uncontrolled spread of wildfire. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. c) Require the installation or maintenance of associated infrastructure (such as roads, fuel breaks, emergency water sources, power lines, or other utilities) that may exacerbate fire risk or that may result in temporary or ongoing impacts to the environment? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP Project is a result of the required WWTP expansion to serve current user needs and would not require the installation or maintenance of roads, fuel breaks, emergency water sources, power lines, or other utilities. (BP MND, pp. 3–11, 115.) Lift Station and Force Main Project No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project is a wastewater project and does not include roads, fuel breaks, emergency water sources, power lines, or installation of any new utilities. As discussed in the response to Threshold XX.b, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not change the current level of fire risk that exists in the area.

For the reasons set forth above, the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts related to installation or maintenance of infrastructure that may exacerbate fire risk or result in temporary or ongoing environmental impacts. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.
d) Expose people or structures to significant risks, including downslope or downstream flooding or landslides, as a result of runoff, post-fire instability , or drainage changes? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant Impact The Beaumont WWTP Project does not include habitable structures, nor would it substantially alter existing drainage patterns. (BP MND, pp. 3–11, 93, 95.) Therefore, impacts with regard to exposing people or structures to significant wildfire risk as a result of runoff, post-fire instability, or drainage changes would be less than significant.

Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The Lift Station and Force Main Project does not include habitable structures, nor would it substantially alter existing drainage patterns. Therefore, there would be no impacts with regard to exposing people or structures to significant risks resulting from runoff, post-fire instability, or drainage changes.

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For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts regarding exposure to post-fire risks. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required.

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XXI. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the
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 an endangered plant or animal or
eliminate important examples of the major periods of
California history or prehistory?
b. Does the project have impacts that are 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
will cause substantial adverse effects on human
beings, either directly or indirectly?
(Source: BGP 2020, Project Description, BP MND)
Mandatory Findings of Significance Discussion:
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the 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 an endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Potential to Degrade the Quality of the Environment: Construction and operation of the Beaumont WWTP Project does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment. As indicated in the analysis in the Beaumont WWTP MND, either no impacts, less than significant impacts, or less than significant impacts with mitigation incorporated would occur with respect to each of the environmental issues analyzed in the Beaumont WWTP MND.

Potential to Impact Biological Resources: The WWTP site contains no suitable habitat of biological resources that would potentially be affected by the Beaumont WWTP Project. The WWTP is an actively operating industrial land use and as such, the proposed improvements to the WWTP will not reduce habitat, impact animal populations, eliminate a plant or animal community, or reduce the range of a plant or animal. The proposed WWTP upgrades include environmentally beneficial features that were not there previously, including odor control systems, indoor sludge processing,

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stormwater treatment, and enclosed machinery, blowers and pumps. A result of the proposed system upgrades is higher quality recycled water that can offset current potable water demand, as well as salt transport out of the underlying groundwater management zone. (BP MND, p. 122.) The WWTP abuts Cooper’s Creek which contains suitable riparian habitat for nesting birds, including the least Bell’s vireo. Construction and operation activities to be conducted as part of the proposed WWTP improvements will not directly impact Cooper’s Creek because it is beyond the limits of the plant boundary and the limits of construction. Although the proposed modifications to the WWTP will not have a direct effect on any listed plant or animal species, Beaumont MND mitigation measures MM BIO-1 and MM BIO-2 are included to reduce indirect impacts to special status species in proximity to the WWTP to less than significant. (BP MND, p. 122.) The construction footprint of the brine waste disposal pipeline does not directly impact any sensitive vegetation communities; however, it is expected to come very close to these communities; therefore, mitigation measures have been included for inadvertent discoveries of special-status plants and/or animals, indirect construction impacts (i.e., noise) to adjacent nesting bird habitat during the nesting bird season, and steps to take in the event an alignment change causes direct impacts to potentially sensitive habitats. The brine pipeline construction footprint will directly impact disturbed open space and grassland habitats that are suitable for certain species, including burrowing owl and smooth tarplant. Mitigation has also been incorporated to conduct preconstruction biological surveys followed with recommendations for further surveys, avoidance, and/or salvage, as needed. In addition, because work may take place underneath existing bridges, mitigation has also been included for potential impacts to any roosting bats and/or birds.

Lastly, mitigation is provided in the event that Critical Habitat in the Santa Ana River cannot be avoided. All potentially significant impacts to biological resources would be avoided or reduced to a less than significant impact with the implementation of the mitigation measures identified in this initial study (MM BIO-1 through MM BIO-9) and features already incorporated into the Beaumont WWTP Project. (BP MND, p. 123.)
Potential to Eliminate Important Examples of the Major Periods of California History or Prehistory:

No previously recorded or potential cultural resources were found on the WWTP site. Further, the site has been heavily modified over the years of its operation, and it is highly unlikely that any cultural resources could exist. Because several pipelines are known to underlie the paved roadways in which the proposed brine pipeline will be located previous disturbances have occurred and the potential for locating previously undiscovered cultural resources is unlikely.

However, the brine pipeline alignment includes segments in areas that may not have been disturbed recently, specifically where the pipeline aligns outside of paved roadways and in areas of high paleontological sensitivity. In order to provide protection in the unlikely event that cultural resources are unearthed during Project construction, the Beaumont WWTP Project will implement Beaumont WWTP MND measures MM CR-1 through MM CR-5 to reduce potential impacts to less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 122-123.)

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Therefore, the potential of the Beaumont WWTP Project to degrade the 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 an endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory will be less than significant with mitigation incorporated. (BP MND, pp. 122–123.)
Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis Potential to Degrade the Quality of Environment: Construction of the Lift Station and Force Main Project does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment. As indicated in the analysis in this Addendum, there is no substantial change in the significance of impacts from those disclosed in the Beaumont WWTP MND. This means, either no impacts, less than significant impacts, or less than significant impacts with mitigation incorporated would occur with respect to each to the environmental issues analyzed in this Addendum.

Potential to Impact Biological Resources: As discussed in Threshold IV, Biological Resources, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not:
 substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species;  cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels; or  threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community.

The results of the Draft Habitat Suitability Assessment and Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan Consistency Analysis Report and the Draft Burrowing Owl Focused Survey Report Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project City of Beaumont, Riverside County, California, and the analysis in the responses to Threshold IV.a through IV.f, indicate that with implementation of clarified mitigation measures CMM BIO-1, CMM BIO-2, CMM BIO-7, and CMM BIO-8 impacts to biological resources would be less than significant.12 Potential to Eliminate Important Examples of the Major Periods of California History or Prehistory:

The Cultural Resource Investigation for the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project identifies the entire Lift Station and Force Main Project area as highly disturbed by road development and modern buildings/infrastructure and concluded no facilities eligible for listing on the CRHR would be affected by this project. Although, the likelihood of the presence of intact archaeological deposits is low, in order to provide protection in the unlikely event that archaeological resources are unearthed during construction, the Lift Station and Force Main Project will implement with clarified mitigation measure CMM CR-1 and Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measure MM CR-2.

12 As explained in the responses to Thresholds IV.a through IV.f, Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measures MM BIO-3, MM BIO-4, MM BIO-5, MM BIO-6, and MM BIO-9 are not applicable to the Lift Station and Force Main Project.

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b) Does the project have impacts that are 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)? Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated The Beaumont WWTP Project is the result of requirements from the Santa Ana River RWQCB in accordance with the WWTP’s waste discharge permit and the Basin Plan. Additional treatment capacity at the WWTP is needed to meet the wastewater expected to be generated by existing entitlements. An advanced treatment method is needed to produce higher quality effluent to protect the beneficial uses of the underlying Beaumont groundwater management zone. Advanced treatment results in brine waste that must be transported out of the watershed, with the most feasible option being the nearest connection point of the Inland Empire Brine Line on the right bank of the Santa Ana River in the city of San Bernardino. As demonstrated by the analysis in the Beaumont WWTP MND, the potential environmental impacts are temporary and will cease once construction is complete. The Beaumont WWTP Project will not result in any impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable. The Beaumont WWTP Project is consistent with local and regional plans, and the Beaumont WWTP Project’s mitigated air quality emissions do not exceed established thresholds of significance. The Beaumont WWTP Project adheres to all other land use plans and policies with jurisdiction in the area, and will not increase traffic volumes or VMT within the area. The Beaumont WWTP Project is not considered growth-inducing as defined by CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.2(d) and will not induce, either directly or indirectly, population and/or housing growth beyond what is envisioned by the Beaumont General Plan. Therefore, impacts will be less than significant. (BP MND, pp. 123–124.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis The purpose of the Lift Station and Force Main Project is to provide sufficient redundancy and storage to avoid wastewater backups and overflows from existing and future growth consistent with the Beaumont 2040 Plan. As discussed in the responses to Thresholds III.a, III.b, IV.f, VI.b, VIII.b, X.e, XI.b, XIII.a, and XIV.a, the Lift Station and Force Main Project is consistent with local and regional plans, and its mitigated air quality emissions do not exceed established thresholds of significance. The Lift Station and Force Main Project adheres to all other land use plans and policies in the City, and as discussed in the response to Threshold XVVII.b, would not increase VMTs within the City. As discussed in the response to Threshold XIV.a, the Lift Station and Force Main Project is not considered growth-inducing as defined by CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.2(d) and would not induce, either directly or indirectly, population and/or housing growth beyond what is envisioned by Beaumont 2040 Plan. Therefore, construction and operation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project will not result in incremental impacts that are considered cumulatively considerable.

For the reasons set forth above, implementation of the Lift Station and Force Main Project would not result in any new or increased incremental significant impacts that are cumulatively considerable related to [insert threshold]. Thus, there are no new impacts, changes, or new

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information associated with the Lift Station and Force Main Project that would require preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent MND. No further analysis is required. c) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly?
Beaumont WWTP MND Conclusion: Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated Effects on human beings were evaluated as part of the aesthetics, air quality, geology and soils, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, noise, population and housing, and traffic sections of the Beaumont WWTP MND and found to be less than significant for each of the above sections with implementation of mitigation measures MM AQ-1, MM GEO-1, MM NOISE-1 through MM NOISE-3, and MM TRANS-1. Based on the analyses and conclusions in the Beaumont WWTP MND, the Beaumont WWTP Project will not cause substantial adverse effects directly or indirectly to human beings. Therefore, potential direct and indirect impacts on human beings are considered less than significant with mitigation incorporated. (BP MND, p. 124.) Lift Station and Force Main Project: No Substantial Change from Previous Analysis This Addendum evaluated effects on human beings as part of the aesthetics, air quality, geology and soils, hazards and hazardous materials, and determined there is no substantial change in the significance of impacts from those disclosed in the Beaumont WWTP MND. This means, impacts were found to be less than significant with implementation of Beaumont WWTP MND mitigation measures MM NOISE-1, MM NOISE-2, and clarified mitigation measure CMM TRANS-1.13 Therefore, potential direct and indirect impacts on human beings resulting from the Lift Station and Force Main Project are considered less than significant with mitigation incorporated.

13 As discussed in the responses to Threshold III.b, Threshold VIII.a(i), and Threshold XIII.a, mitigation measures MM AQ-1, MM GEO-1, and MM NOISE-3 are not applicable to the Lift Station and Force Main Project.

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5. References
The following documents were referred to as information sources during preparation of this document.

They are available for at the locations identified after each listing.

Albert A. Webb Associates. Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Analysis for the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project, August 5, 2022. (Included as Appendix B.1) [Cited as WEBB-A] Albert A Webb Associates. Energy Calculations, August 2022. (Included as Appendix B.2) [Cited as WEBB-B]
Albert A. Webb Associates, Final Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for Beaumont Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade/Expansion and Brine Pipeline. March 2018. (Included as Appendix A.) [Cited as BP MND]
Applied Earthworks, Inc. Phase 1 Cultural Resource Assessment for the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project, City of Beaumont, Riverside County, California. August 2022. (Included as Appendix D.1.) [Cited as AE-A]
Applied Earthworks, Inc. Paleontological Resource Sensitivity Assessment for the Paleontological Technical Memorandum for the Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project, City of Beaumont, Riverside County, California. August 23, 2022. (Included as Appendix D.2.) [Cited as AE-B]
Beaumont Basin Wastermaster, Beaumont Basin Watermaster. Last updated August 3, 2022. (Available at https://beaumontbasinwatermaster.org/ , accessed September 15, 2022.) [Cited as Beaumont Basin]
Beaumont Cherry Valley Water District, 2020 Urban Water Management Plan, September 2021. (Available at https://bcvwd.org/documents/2020-urban-water-management-plan/ , accessed September 28, 2022.) [Cited as BCVWD]
California Department of Conservation, EQ Zapp; California Earthquake Hazards Zone Application, 2019. (Available at https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/geohazards/eq-zapp , accessed August 2022.) [Cited as DOC]
California Department of Conservation, Farmland Mapping & Monitoring Program. 2022. (Available at https://maps.conservation.ca.gov/DLRP/CIFF/ , accessed August 2022.) [Cited as FMMP] California Air Resources Board, State and Federal Standard Area Designations webpage, June 12, 2018. (Available at https://www.arb.ca.gov/desig/desig.htm , accessed August 23, 2022.) [Cited as CARB-A]

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City of Beaumont, City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances, Online content updated on April 27, 2022. (Availlable at https://library.municode.com/ca/beaumont/codes/code_of_ordinances , accessed September 12, 2022) [Cited as BMC]
City of Beaumont, City of Beaumont General Plan, approved March 2007. (Available at Beaumont Planning Department 550 East Sixth Street, Beaumont CA, 92223.) [Cited as BGP 2007] City of Beaumont, Beaumont General Plan, First reading November 17, 2020, Second reading December1, 2020. (Available at
http://www.beaumontca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/36923/Beaumont-GPU_Final-rev-22521 , accessed August 2022.) [Cited as BGP 2020]
City of Beaumont, Draft Program Environmental Impact Report, Beaumont General Pan SCH No. 2018031022. September 8, 2020. (Available at
https://www.beaumontca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/36627/DEIR-090720 , accessed September 12, 2022.) [Cited as BGP EIR]
California Department of Toxic Substances Control, Hazardous Waste and Substances Site List (Cortese), 2022. (Available at
https://www.envirostor.dtsc.ca.gov/public/search?cmd=search&reporttype=CORTESE&site_typ e=CSITES,FUDS&status=ACT,BKLG,COM&reporttitle=HAZARDOUS+WASTE+AND+SUBSTAN CES+SITE+LIST+%28CORTESE%29, accessed August 2022.) [Cited as Cortese List] Converse Consultants, Geotechnical Investigation Report Mesa Lift Station Upgrades, June 23, 2022. (Included as Appendix E.2) [Cited as Converse-B]
Converse Consultants, Geotechnical Investigation Report Brine Disposal Pipeline, January 19, 2018. (Included as Appendix E.1) [Cited as Converse-A]
Dudek, Final Groundwater Sustainability Plan for the Yucaipa Groundwater Subbasin. 2022.(Available at https://yucaipasgma.org/final-gsp , accessed September 15, 2022.) [Cited as Yucaipa 2022] Federal Emergency Management Agency. FEMA Flood Map Service Center. (Available at https://msc.fema.gov/portal , accessed August 2022.) [Cited as FEMA] Federal Transit Administration, Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment, September 2018. (Available at https://www.transit.dot.gov/sites/fta.dot.gov/files/docs/research- innovation/118131/transit-noise-and-vibration-impact-assessment-manual-fta-report-no- 0123_0.pdf, accessed August 2022.) [Cited as FTA]
Google, Inc. Google Earth Pro version 7.3.4.8642. Build date 5/12/2020. Accessed August. 15, 2022. [Cited as Google Earth]

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Riverside County, Map My County. 2022.(Available at
https://gis1.countyofriverside.us/Html5Viewer/index.html?viewer=MMC_Public . Accessed August 2022.) [Cited as MapMyCounty]
South Coast Air Quality Management District, White Paper on Potential Control Strategies to Address Cumulative Impacts from Air Pollution, August 2003. (Available at http://www.aqmd.gov/docs/default-source/Agendas/Environmental-Justice/cumulative-impacts- working-group/cumulative-impacts-white-paper.pdf, accessed August 23, 2022.) United States Census Bureau, QuickFacts; Banning city, California; Calimesa city, California; Beaumont city, California; United States. 2021. (Available at https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/banningcitycalifornia,calimesacitycalifornia,beaumo ntcitycalifornia,US/PST045221, accessed August 2022.) [Cited as USCB] Wood Environmental & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. Habitat Suitability Assessment and Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservations Plan Consistency Analysis Report Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project City of Beaumont, Riverside County, California, August 5, 2022. (Included as Appendix C.1.) [Cited as WOOD-A] Wood Environmental & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. Burrowing Owl Focused Survey Report Beaumont Mesa Lift Station and Pipeline Project City of Beaumont, Riverside County, California. August 3, 2022. (Included as Appendix C.2) [Cited as WOOD-B]

ADDENDUM PREPARERS
Albert A. Webb Associates
3788 McCray Street
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 686-1070
Environmental Services
Cheryl DeGano, Principal Environmental Analyst
Eliza Laws, Senior Environmental Analyst
Noemi Avila, Assistant Environmental Analyst
Jacqueline Gamboa, Assistant Environmental Analyst
Virginia Waters, Assistant Environmental Analyst
Technical assistance from Albert A. Webb Associates Water Resources Engineering Brad Sackett, PE, Senior Engineer
Shane Bloomfield, PE, Senior Engineer

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Staff Report

TO: City Council
FROM: Elizabeth Gibbs, City Manager
DATE January 17, 2023
SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider an Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.35 of the Beaumont Municipal Code – Financial and Audit Committee

Description Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Beaumont Municipal Code Chapter

2.35 – Financial and Audit Committee
Background and Analysis:

At the December 6, 2022, City Council meeting, Council Member Fenn requested that the Finance and Audit Committee be brought forth for discussion. During the discussion, City Council directed staff to make various changes to the current Ordinance and bring back a draft for review.

At the December 20, 2022, City Council meeting, Council directed staff to amend Chapter 2.35 – Financial and Audit Committee with the following modifications:

Reducing the committee to seven members: two City Council members, the City Treasurer, the City Manager as a non-voting member, and three residents, one of which can be a business owner operating within the City. The City Manager would be included as a majority of the body for purposes of a quorum.

Reducing the number of meetings to at least quarterly.

Adding to the powers and duties making recommendations to the City Council regarding the draft annual comprehensive financial report.

Fiscal Impact:

The cost to prepare this staff report is approximately $350 and the cost to publish the Public Hearing Notice is $174.51.

Recommended Action:

Waive the full reading and approve the first reading by the title only, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, Amending Chapter 2.35 to the City of Beaumont Municipal Code.”
Attachments:

A. Ordinance
B. Legal Notice

ORDINANCE NO

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 2.35 TO THE CITY OF BEAUMONT

MUNICIPAL CODE

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, RIVERSIDE COUNTY STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. CEOA. The City Council finds that the actions contemplated by this Ordinance are exempt from the California Environment Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 15060 (c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 1560(c)(3) (the activity is not project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.

SECTION 2 Severabilitv. The City Council hereby declares that if any provision, section, paragraph, sentence, or word of this Ordinance is rendered or declared to be invalid or unconstitutional by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction, or by reason of any preemptive legislation, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences or words of this Ordinance, and to this end the provisions, of this Ordinance ar e severable. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any particular portion thereof and intends that the invalid portions should be severed and the balance of the Ordinance enforced.

SECTION 3. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 2.35 to the City of Beaumont as follows:

Chapter 2.35
"Financial and Audit Committee"
Sections:

2.35.010

2.35.020

2.35.030

2.35.040

2.35.050

2.35.060

2.35.070

Purpose and Intent.

Definitions.

Creation of Committee.

Appointment and Qualifications of Committee Members.

Term and Tenure of Members.

Powers and Duties.

Rules and Regulations.

2.35.010 Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this Chapter is to establish a Financial and Audit Committee. The Financial and Audit Committee shall act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and work to promote enhanced fiscal responsibility, accountability, integrity, transparency, and to recommend fiscal and investment policies for City Council consideration.

2.35.020 Definitions.

(A) "City" shall mean the City of Beaumont;

(B) "Code" shall mean the City of Beaumont Municipal Code;

(C) "Committee" shall mean the Financial and Audit Committee as established herein.

2.35.030 Creation of Committee. There is hereby created a Financial and Audit Committee. The Committee shall consist of seven (7) members.

2.35.040 Appointment and Qualification of Committee Members. The City Council shall appoint the members of the Committee. Committee members shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age and shall consist of at least two (2) members of the City Council, the City Treasurer, the City Manager or his or her designee as the highest-ranking financial staff member of the City, and three (3) residents of the City of Beaumont. The seventh committee member shall either be a City resident and/or he or she must own a business operating within the City. The City Manager and his or her designee as the highest-ranking financial staff position shall be on the Committee as non-voting members. There will be six voting members. The City Manager or his or her designee as the highest -ranking financial staff member of the City shall be included as a majority of the body for p urposes of a quorum. Any Committee member may be removed from the Committee after three consecutive unexcused absences from meetings and a majority vote of the Committee.

2.35.050. Term and Tenure of Members. All members of the Committee shall be appointed for a term of two (2) years and shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council.

Members shall serve without compensation.

2.35.060. Powers and Duties. The Committee shall be advisory to the City Council. The Committee shall hold public meetings at least quarterly. The Committee shall make recommendations to the City Council regarding:
(A) City investment policies and practices;
(B) Long term financial planning;
(C) Draft annual comprehensive financial report
(D) Such other matters as the City Council may request from time to time

2.35.070 Rules and Regulations. The Committee shall appoint a chair, who shall conduct Committee meetings and report quarterly to the City Council on Committee activities and recommendations. The Committee shall adopt such rules and regulations as are Page 586 of 865

needed to conduct its meetings and shall comply with the Brown Act and other applicable laws.

SECTION 4. Effective Date and Publication. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and cause the same or a summary thereof to be published within 15 days after adoption in accordance with Government Code Section 36937.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, approves this amendment to the City Code.

INTRODUCED AND READ for the first time and ordered posted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, held on the 17th day of January, 2023 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Beaumont will conduct a Public Hearing to consider an amendment to the Beaumont Municipal Code Chapter 2, Section 35 “Financial and Audit Committee” to modify the number of voting members and frequency of meetings.On January 17, 2023, at approximately 6:00 p.m. at the City of Beaumont Council meeting, held at the City of Beaumont Civic Center, 550 E 6th Street, Beaumont, Ca 92223, the Council will conduct a public hearing to receive testimony and comments from all interested persons. Public comments can be made in person, using the public comment phone line or by written email. Phone-in comments will be accepted by calling the designated public comment phone line (951) 922-4845 prior to the corresponding item. Public comments shall not exceed three minutes unless otherwise authorized by City Council. Written comments can be emailed to [email protected] Public comments accepted via email will be read aloud during the corresponding item of the meeting. Comments can be submitted anytime prior to the meeting as well as during the meeting until the end of the corresponding item.This meeting will be conducted in person and also and will be recorded for live streaming. All City of Beaumont public meetings will be made available via live streaming and made available on the City’s official YouTube webpage. Please use the following link during the meeting for live stream access: BeaumontCa.gov/Livestream Dated: January 4, 2023The Press-EnterprisePublished: 1/7/23

Staff Report

TO: City Council
FROM: Jennifer Ustation, Finance Director
DATE January 17, 2023
SUBJECT: Pension Funding Update and Strategy Discussion

Description Receive an update on the City’s pension funding status and discuss strategies for long-term stabilization of pension costs.

Background and Analysis:

On September 21, 2021, the City Council received an update on the City’s pension funding status and directed City staff to investigate Pension 115 Trust options to address rising pension cost concerns. On December 7, 2021, the City established a Pension 115 Trust with the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). In an effort to continue to monitor and forecast future pension costs, the City is working with GovInvest to analyze and determine the City’s pension status on an annual basis and make any recommendations. This report provides an update as to the most current pension funding status and provides for recommendations on how to address pension volatility and rising costs.

As with most cities, pension obligations are and will continue to be some of the City’s largest financial concerns for decades to come. The City of Beaumont is managing these liabilities very well, but it is important that they receive appropriate and regular attention.

With its current participants and benefit levels, the City’s unfunded accrued pension liability (UAL) is $13.1 million as of June 30, 2021 and is projected to increase to $30.5 million as of June 30, 2022. The rapid increase in the projected UAL is due to an adverse investment return of -7.5% after accounting for subsequent technical adjustments. The City’s funded status history is as follows:

Due to unprecedented uncertainty and market volatility, the City could experience rapid pension cost increases should adverse market returns continue for the next few years.

See the volatility stress test below.

Hypothetical UAL Payment Paths

To preserve budget flexibility and maintain its ability to keep pace with pension costs, staff would like City Council to consider a number of pension strategies that are outlined in the recommendation section of this report and will be discussed at length during the Council meeting.

Fiscal Impact:

While executing each of the pension management strategies may limit the City’s ability to approve new programs, most strategies should not represent a significant impact to the City’s budget and should go a long way to protect the City from pension expense volatility over time.

Recommended Action:

It is recommended that the City Council discuss and provide direction to City staff on the following strategies to address pension volatility and rising costs.

1. Establish Pension Volatility Reserve
a) Establish reserve target
b) Identify funding term
c) Identify additional funding sources
d) Identify eligible use scenarios

2. Further Refine Funding Policy
a) Annual Pension Update & Analysis
b) Reserve Targets
c) Consider a Surplus Use Policy
Attachments:

A. GovInvest Pension Status Presentation

Pension Funding Update
Beaumont, CA
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Pension Funding Agenda
2 Pension Hurdles and
Considerations
Strategies & TacticsHow is your agency
doing relative to your
funding targets?
Volatility Stress Test

Pension Hurdles and Considerations

ASSUMPTION CHANGES
Reduced Discount Rate Assumption from 7% to 6.8%
Reduced Inflation Rate Assumption from 2.5% to 2.3%
Increased Wage Growth Assumption from 2.75% to 2.8%
Other Demographic Assumptions Changes
2021 CalPERS Board Decisions
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CalPERS Investment Return:

June 30, 2021

21.3% Investment Return
5 Experience Gain
7% (Assumed) vs 21.3% (Actual) = +14.3%
https://www.calpers.ca.gov/docs/funding-risk-mitigation-policy.pdf

CalPERS Investment Return:

June 30, 2022
-6.1% Investment Return
6 Experience Loss

6.8% (Assumed) vs -6.1% (Actual) = -12.9%
https://www.calpers.ca.gov/docs/funding-risk-mitigation-policy.pdf

2021 Experience Gain Vs 2022 Experience Loss
Invest Gain/(Loss)
Invest 10,000
2021 Experience Gain 14.3%
6/30/2021 Balance 11,430 1,430
2022 Experience Loss -12.9%
6/30/2022 Balance 9,956 (1,474)
(44)

How Has Your Agency Been Impacted

Plan Funded Status Trend
9 Beaumont Funded Status Trend 2019 2020 2021 2022 Change Accrued Liability $82,970,879 $90,442,292 $103,480,939 $114,762,921 $11,281,982 Market Value of Assets $62,959,012 $68,431,486 $90,339,743 $84,303,684 $6,036,059 Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL)$20,011,867 $22,010,806 $13,141,196 $30,459,237 $17,318,041 Funded Percentage 75.88%75.66%87.30%73.46%13.84%
Assumption 7.00%7.00%7.00%6.80%
Actual Experience 6.70%4.70%21.30%-7.50%
Experience Gain/Loss -0.30%-2.30%14.30%-12.70%

Comparison to Other Public Agencies
10 Source:

Beaumont 75.7% 87.3% 74%

Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL) Comparison
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Projected Funded Status -2022
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Total Required Employer Contributions
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Stress Test

Source:

Expect Volatility

Stress Test –Investment Volatility
Hypothetical Page 607 of 865

Strategies & Tactics

Pension Goal Dilemma
Paydown UAL As Fast as Possible
Maximize Interest Savings
Preserve Budget Flexibility In the
Short to Medium Term
Opposing Goals
Long-term Methodical Approach
Paydown UAL While Avoiding Pension Peaks

Pension Management Tools
•Additional Discretionary Payments
•Near-term Savings
•Long-term Savings
•Full or Partial Restructuring of UAL Payment Schedule
•Pension Volatility Reserve
•Internal Reserve (Substantial Increase in Fixed Income Yields Over Last Yr.) •S115 Trust (Higher Potential Long-term Returns; Short Term Volatility) •Pension Funding/Reserve Policy

Consider a Balanced Approach
Direct Contributions to CalPERS -ADP▸Reduces net pension liability in financial statements immediately▸Minimal impact on magnitude of future contribution Volatility Reserve –Internal Reserve or Section 115 Trust •Allows entity to control cash flow to pension by using Volatility Reserve assets to augment contributions
•Creates the ability to stabilize contributions over the long term CalPERS
Contributions
CalPERS Member
Financial
Position
Pension
Stabilization
Fund
CalPERS Volatility
Reserve
ADP Budget savings

Policy Development
•Documents Pension Management Goals
•Demonstrates Council Intent to Fulfill Promised Benefit •Demonstrates Long-term Fiscal Discipline
•Reassures Council commitment to Creditors, Staff & Stakeholders •Provide General Roadmap for Staff and Future Councils

Recommendations

1.Establish Pension Volatility Reserve
a)Establish reserve target
b)Identify funding term
c)Identify additional funding sources
d)Identify eligible use scenarios

2.Further Refine Funding Policy
a)Annual Pension Update & Analysis
b)Reserve Targets

3.Consider a Surplus Use Policy

Questions

While tested against actuarial valuation results, the software results will not necessarily match actuarial valuation results, as no two actuarial models are identical. The software offers financially sound projections and analysis; however, outputs do not guarantee compliance with standards under the Government Accounting Standards Board or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The software and this presentation are not prepared in accordance with standards as promulgated by the American Academy of Actuaries, nor do outputs or this presentation constitute Statements of Actuarial Opinion. GovInvest has used census data, plan provisions, and actuarial assumptions provided by Customer and/or Customer’s actuary to develop the software for Customer. GovInvest has relied on this information without audit.

Disclaimer
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Staff Report

TO: City Council
FROM: Christina Taylor, Deputy City Manager
DATE January 17, 2023
SUBJECT: Discussion and Direction on Economic Development Committee Policies and Procedures

Description Review and discussion of Economic Development Committee Policies and Procedures as it relates to number of committee members and meeting frequency.

Background and Analysis:

On March 15, 2016, the City Council created an Economic Development Committee.

The committee is comprised of fifteen (15) members including one (1) non -voting student member. The policy is included as Attachment A to this staff report.

The policy states the Committee shall consist of two (2) members of the City Council, the City Manager, an Economic Development staff member assigned by the City Manager, a Beaumont Chamber of Commerce Representative, a local developer/economic development representative, three (3) business community members, a BUSD/secondary education representative, a post-secondary education representative, two non-business community members, a Beaumont Unified High School student (at least 16 years old and non-voting), and a Rotating Member position for an industry expert. Each member is also allowed to send an alternate, but the alternate has no voting authority.

The Economic Development Committee serves as an advisory body to the City Council.

Each member is appointed by City Council and serves a two-year term. The policy establishes meetings shall be held monthly except for July, which is dark.

The Economic Development Committee currently has eleven (11) members and two (2) alternates including the City Manager and staff member. There are three (3) vacancies:
two (2) Business Community Members and one (1) Student Member. A list of members and vacancies is included as Attachment B to this staff report.

Fiscal Impact:

None.

Recommended Action:

Discuss and provide direction to staff on modifying the Economic Development Committee Policy related to number of members and meeting frequency.

Attachments:

A. Economic Development Committee Policies and Procedures B. Economic Development Committee Members

Economic Development Committee

Ebon Brown – BUSD/Secondary Education Representative
[email protected]

Von Lawson – Post Secondary Education Representative
Re-Appointed January 2021
Term Expires December 2023
[email protected]

Bette Rader – Beaumont Chamber Representative
[email protected]
(951) 845-9541 / (909) 208-3088
726 Beaumont Ave

Dustin Nirschl – Business Community Member
Appointed December 2022
Term Expires December 2024

Steve Mehlman – Community Member
Appointed December 2022
Term Expires December 2024

Chris Gleiter – Community Member
Appointed April 2022
Term Expires December 2024

Rob Moran – Local Developer/Economic Dev Representative Appointed January 2019
Re-Appointed December 2022
Term Expires December 2024
[email protected]
County of Riverside Office of Economic Development
3403 10th Street Ste 400
Riverside, Ca 92501

Mike Lara – Council Member

Lloyd White – Council Member

Ron Rader – Alternate Member (Community Member)

Richard Bennecke – Alternate Member (Community Member)

Vacant – Business Community Member
Appointed __
Term Expires December 2024

Vacant – Business Community Member
Appointed __
Term Expires December 2024

vacant – BUSD Appointed Student Member
Appointed ____ 2022
Term Expires _____ 2023

Staff Report

TO: City Council
FROM: Jeff Hart, Public Works Director
DATE January 17, 2023
SUBJECT: 2023 Street Project

Description Updated list of streets to be rehabilitated for the 2023 Street Project Background and Analysis:

On June 21, 2022, City Council adopted the FY23-27 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) which included Mid-Year Street Enhancement Program 2022 (CIP R-18), and on November 1, 2022, City Council adopted the amended FY23-27 Five-Year CIP.

On April 5, 2022, City Council approved the street selection for Annual Citywide Street Rehabilitation and Maintenance 21/22 Project (CIP R-08 and R-09, funded by Measure A and SB1 funds respectively).

On June 7, 2022, City Council approved the street section for Annual Citywide Street Rehabilitation and Maintenance 22/23 Project (CIP R-14 and R-15, funded by Measure A and SB1 funds respectively).

City staff is proposing to advertise, award, and construct the five projects together to obtain the best unit cost for similar items like ac paving, slurry seal, etc., and maximize project efficiency as well as staff time. City staff is also proposing to use remaining funds from previous street projects (R-03, R-04, and R-06) to utilize available resources in the most efficient and effective manner.

The combined projects and additional budget will allow the City to target streets that require more extensive repairs, require larger areas of rehabilitation, and allow for entire street lengths to be considered. Additionally, City staff was able to include streets in which concerns had been expressed in prior meetings. Attachment A illustrates the proposed streets, as well highlights proposed additional streets that may be rehabilitated by combining funds from the aforementioned projects. The following table is a comprehensive list of the streets depicted in Attachment A which are proposed to be included in the 2023 Street Project.

2023 Street Project- Street List
Name From To Location
Brutus Dax Kelly Curtis
Brutus Cul-de-sac Dax Curtis
Brutus Kelly Desert Lawn Curtis
Casey Parkway cul-de-sac Curtis
Connor Parkway Cul-de-sac Curtis
Curtis Brutus High Ridge Curtis
Dax Parkway Brutus Curtis
Endresen Rancho Vista Cul-de-sac Curtis
Gateway Oak Valley Brutus Curtis
High Ridge Curtis Kelly Curtis
High Ridge Cul-de-sac Curtis Curtis
High Ridge Kelly Cul-de-sac Curtis
Kelly Rancho Vista Brutus Curtis
Kelly Brutus High Ridge Curtis
Nilsen Rancho Vista Cul-de-sac Curtis
Parkway Cul-de-sac Connor Curtis
Perkins Cul-de-sac Rancho Vista Curtis
Rancho Vista Perkins Nilsen Curtis
Anderson Rosburg Sanders Fairway Canyon
Casper Cul-de-sac Trevino Fairway Canyon
Coody Cul-de-sac Trevino Fairway Canyon
Crenshaw Cul-de-sac Tract Boundary Fairway Canyon
Demaret Miller Palmer Fairway Canyon
Devlin Pepper Tract Boundary Fairway Canyon
Harmon Heights Nicklaus Palmer Fairway Canyon
Hogan Harmon Heights Trevino Fairway Canyon
Jacklin Terrace Hogan Cul-de-sac Fairway Canyon
Jones Palmer Miller Fairway Canyon
Kite Cul-de-sac Demaret Fairway Canyon
Middlecoff Cul-de-sac Jones Fairway Canyon
Middlecoff Jones Cul-de-sac Fairway Canyon
Miller Cul-de-sac Cul-de-sac Fairway Canyon
Nicklaus Cul-de-sac Harmon Heights Fairway Canyon
O Grady Cul-de-sac Pepper Fairway Canyon
O Grady Pepper Cul-de-sac Fairway Canyon
Pepper Crenshaw Devlin Fairway Canyon
Rosburg Trevino Anderson Fairway Canyon
Runyan Snead Trevino Fairway Canyon

2023 Street Project- Street List
Name From To Location
Sanders Trevino Cherry Valley Fairway Canyon
Snead Trevino Runyan Fairway Canyon
Trevino Tract Boundary Cul-de-sac Fairway Canyon
Oak Valley Potrero Desert Lawn OVP
Aztec Cul-de-sac Boston Seneca Springs
Beck Cul-de-sac Gloria Seneca Springs
Benchmark Seneca Springs Gothic Seneca Springs
Bogey Kobe Cul-de-sac Seneca Springs
Boston Benchmark Cul-de-sac Seneca Springs
Brownie Kobe Manzanita Seneca Springs
Diego Cul-de-sac Potrero Seneca Springs
Drake Cul-de-sac Duston Seneca Springs
Drake Dunston Tahoe Seneca Springs
Duston Dwyer Finley Seneca Springs
Dwyer Duston Faircliff Seneca Springs
Estancia Logan Malaga Seneca Springs
Faircliff Gable Finley Seneca Springs
Finley Faircliff Duston Seneca Springs
Fleet Festive Boston Seneca Springs
Foster Lenore Gaeta Seneca Springs
Gable Cul-de-sac Faircliff Seneca Springs
Gaeta Cul-de-sac Foster Seneca Springs
Gloria Foster Potrero Seneca Springs
Gothic Benchmark Newton Seneca Springs
Jackson Cul-de-sac Lenore Seneca Springs
Kinn Cul-de-sac Diego Seneca Springs
Kobe Targa Brownie Seneca Springs
Lanai Seneca Springs Dwyer Seneca Springs
Leaf Loma Lenore Seneca Springs
Lenore Leaf Cul-de-sac Seneca Springs
Logan Olympic Estancia Seneca Springs
Loma Cul-de-sac Leaf Seneca Springs
Lotus Seneca Springs Leaf Seneca Springs
Lynn Seneca Springs Estancia Seneca Springs
Malaga Seneca Springs Olympic Seneca Springs
Newton Lotus Gothic Seneca Springs
Olympic Logan Malaga Seneca Springs
Paisley Cul-de-sac Benchmark Seneca Springs

2023 Street Project- Street List
Name From To Location
Royal Cul-de-sac Newton Seneca Springs
Seneca Springs Manzanita Potrero Seneca Springs
Tahoe Seneca Springs Temple Seneca Springs
Targa Diego Kobe Seneca Springs
Temple Tahoe Tours Seneca Springs
Tripoli Seneca Springs Temple Seneca Springs
Underhill Cul-de-sac Temple Seneca Springs
Sixth Street Pennsylvania Highland Springs Sixth
Early Blue Aster Sentia Sundance
Amber Lily Cul-de-sac Daisy Sundance
Anser Hadar Apollo Sundance
Apollo Sunburst Pavo Sundance
Aster Early Blue Day Lily Sundance
Big Sky Cul-de-sac Fall Brook Sundance
Blazing Star Rain liliy Sunburst Sundance
Blue Star Moss Rose Sera Moon Sundance
Bottlebrush Cul-de-sac Willowmoon Sundance
Carina Starlight Shooting Star Sundance
Chenille Starlight Early Blue Sundance
Crescent Moon Moonlight Cul-de-sac Sundance
Daisy Larkspur Amber Lily Sundance
Day Lilly Sunflower Aster Sundance
Daybreak Midnight Sun Cul-de-sac Sundance
Daybreak Oak Valley Midnight Sun Sundance
Desert Star Shooting Star Willow Moon Sundance
Dorado Starlight Shooting Star Sundance
Dove Shooting Star Lyra Sundance
Emerald Moon Starlight Rigel Sundance
Fallbrook Big Sky Midnight Sun Sundance
Gold Finch Jade Moon Sera Moon Sundance
Hadar Cul-de-sac Anser Sundance
Half Moon Midnight Sun Cul-de-sac Sundance
Ivy Sundance Larkspur Sundance
Jade Moon Emerald Moon Sand Piper Sundance
Larkspur Mariposa Daisy Sundance
Lyra Desert Star Waterleaf Sundance
Midnight Sun New Dawn Silver Torch Sundance
Midnight Sun Silver Torch Fallbrock Sundance

2023 Street Project- Street List
Name From To Location
Moonlight New Dawn Silver Torch Sundance
Moss Ross Blue Star Sand Piper Sundance
New Dawn Cul-de-sac Midnight Sun Sundance
Pavo Rigel Apollo Sundance
Poppy Silver Torch Cul-de-sac Sundance
Rain Lily Shooting Star Blazing Star Sundance
Rogel Spica Pavo Sundance
Sagebrush Sundance Sagebrush Sundance
Sagebrush Cul-de-sac Cul-de-sac Sundance
Sand Piper Jade Moon Moss Rose Sundance
Seagull Waterleaf Rain Lily Sundance
Senita Early Blue Wall Flower Sundance
Sera Moon Gold Finch Sand Piper Sundance
Shooting Star Cul-de-sac Rain Lily Sundance
Silver Torch Oak Valley Big Sky Sundance
Silver Torch Sagebrush Oak Valley Sundance
Sparrow Cul-de-sac Blue Star Sundance
Spica Apollo Rigel Sundance
Starry Skies Midnight Sun Big Sky Sundance
Sunflower Cul-de-sac Silvertorch Sundance
Sunset Starlight New Dawn Sundance
Wall Flower Poppy Cul-de-sac Sundance
Waterleaf Lyra Cul-de-sac Sundance
White Cloud Midnight Sun Cul-de-sac Sundance
Willow Moon Desert Star Lyra Sundance
Maple 5th 6th Towncenter
Chestnut 5th 6th Towncenter
Cyrise Beaumont Sherie Towncenter
Cyrise Sherie Orange Towncenter
Donna Orange Maple Towncenter
Euclid Sixth Fifth Towncenter
Fifth Beaumont Michigan Towncenter
Fifth McDonalds Beaumont Towncenter
Fifth California Beaumont Towncenter
Kylie Cyrise Cul-de-sac Towncenter
Laraine Beaumont Beaumont Towncenter
Magnolia 5th 6th Towncenter
Magnolia 6th 7th Towncenter

2023 Street Project- Street List
Name From To Location
Magnolia 7th 8th Towncenter
Magnolia 8th 9th Towncenter
Magnolia 9th 10th Towncenter
Magnolia 10th 11th Towncenter
Maple Cul-de-sac Donna Towncenter
Maple Twelfth Thirteenth Towncenter
Massachusetts Sixth Eighth Towncenter
Massachusetts Eighth Tenth Towncenter
Massachusetts Tenth Eleventh Towncenter
Massachusetts Cul-de-sac Thirteenth Towncenter
Massachusetts Thirteenth Cul-de-sac Towncenter
Michigan 5th 6th Towncenter
Orange 5th 6th Towncenter
Sherie Cyrise Cul-de-sac Towncenter
Thirteenth Palm Michigan Towncenter
Thirteenth Michigan Pennsylvania Towncenter
Thirteenth Beaumont Orange Towncenter
Thirteenth Orange Palm Towncenter
Twelfth Beaumont Orange Towncenter
Twelfth Orange Palm Towncenter
Twelfth Palm Pennsylvania Towncenter

The combined streets would rehabilitate approximately 23.6 miles, and nearly 60 lane miles of existing streets. The following table is a summary of the treatment areas.

Fiscal Impact:

The cost to prepare this staff report is estimated to be $350. There is no cost associated with the recommended action of this staff report. The 2023 Street Project has a Treatment Type
Slurry Seal 3,091,306 SF 343,478 SY 87,748 LF 16.6 Miles 45.7 Lane-Miles ARAM Cape Seal 0 SF 0 SY - LF - Miles - Lane-Miles Mill & Overlay 1,666,939 SF 185,215 SY 37,009 LF 7.0 Miles 14.0 Lane-Miles Full-depth R&R - SF 0 SY LF - Miles - Lane-Miles New Construction - SF 0 SY - LF - Miles - Lane-Miles Total 4,758,245 SF 528,694 SY 124,757 LF 23.6 Miles 59.7 Lane-Miles Area Length
2023 Street Project

combined budget of $5,886,142.22 to be paid from the approved five -year CIP budgets.

The following table is a summary of the project budget:

Project Accounting Summary
Funding Summary
Funding Year Funding Source Amount
FY 20/21 R-03 -Measure A $2,274
FY 20/21 R-04 -SB1 $31,009
FY 21/22 R-06 -General Fund $1,193,970
FY 21/22 R-08 - Measure A $1,060,000
FY 21/22 R-09 - SB1 $863,763
FY 22/23 R-14 -Measure A $604,800
FY 22/23 R-15 - SB1 $223,126
FY 22/23 R-18 - General Fund $1,907,200
Total Project Funding = $5,886,142
Budget Summary
Project Component Budget Encumbered Paid to
Date
Remaining
Budget
Project Management $0 $0 $0 $0
Preliminary Services $15,000 $0 $0 $15,000
Environmental $50 $0 $0 $50
Design $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction $5,851,092 ($3,065) ($3,065) $5,848,027
Construction Management $0 $0 $0 $0
Permits $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment $20,000 $0 $0 $20,000
Project Summary Totals $5,886,142 ($3,065) ($3,065) $5,883,077

Recommended Action:

Approve the combination of CIP Projects R-18, R-08, R-09 R-14, R-15 and approve the proposed Street Project List of approximately 23.6 miles of street rehabilitation.

Attachments:

A. 2023 Streets Package
B. 2022 Completed Streets
C. 2023 Anticipated Completed Streets

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Staff Report

TO: City Council
FROM: Jeff Hart, Public Works Director
DATE January 17, 2023
SUBJECT: First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Z&K Consultants, Inc. for Consulting Engineering Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $75,000, with a Total Contract Amount Not to Exceed $99,900

Description Approve a First Amendment to the professional services agreement with Z&K Consultants, Inc. (Z&K) for consulting engineering services for technical support and project management.

Background and Analysis:

On August 15, 2022, Public Works staff requested an informal proposal seeking consulting engineering services to effectively manage an expanding capital improvement program, development related improvements, and substantial permit requests. By September 23, 2022, only one of the four firms responded, and that firm was Z&K Consultants, Inc., (Z&K). Staff verified Z&K’s capabilities, capacity, and technical expertise for the services being requested.

On October 3, 2022 the City entered into a contract with Z&K to provide consulting engineering services, technical support, and project management in support of various City projects (Attachment B). The original agreement was for $24,900 and intended to provide relief until staff was able to hire an additional senior engineer as approved in the 2022/2023FY budget. Challenges in the current labor environment have made it difficult to hire a quality engineer in house.

Staff is now proposing to amend the existing agreement to ensure necessary technical support is provided until such time as the in-house employee position can be filled.

Another staff report on tonight’s agenda addresses staff’s recommendation on addressing the challenges faced with filling the budget authorized in-house employee position. Authorization of the First Amendment in the amount of $75,000 will provide additional support needed to ensure forward progress.

Fiscal Impact:

First Amendment in an amount not to exceed $75,000 will bring the total revised contract to $99,900. The funds for the amendment being requested will come from salary savings for the currently unfilled in-house employee position in the Public Works Department.

Recommended Action:

Approve a First Amendment to the professional services agreement with Z&K Consultants, Inc. for consulting engineering services in an amount not to exceed $75,000, with a total contract amount not to exceed $99,900.

Attachments:

A. First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Z&K Consultants, Inc.

B. Original Professional Services Agreement with Z&K Consultants , Inc.

FIRST AMENDMENT

TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF
BEAUMONT AND Z&K CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL

ENGINEERING SERVICES

THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR is made and effective as of the 17th day of January, 2023, by and between the CITY OF BEAUMONT, a general law city, (“CITY”) whose address is 550 E. 6th Street, Beaumont, California 92223 and Z&K Consultants Inc. whose address is 473 E Carnegie Drive, Suite 200, San Bernardino, CA 92400__ (“CONTRACTOR”) in consideration of the mutual promises and purpose contained herein, the parties agree as follow:

1. RECITALS

This First Amendment is made with respect to the following facts and purpose that the parties agree are true and correct:

A. On October 3, 20222, the City and Z&K Consultants, Inc., entered into that certain agreement entitled “Agreement for Professional Services by Independent Contractor” for CONSUTLING ENGINEERING SERVICES (“Agreement”).

B. City has requested a further change in scope to the work under the Agreement regarding engineering services and CONTRACTOR has requested that the scope of work should be increased in accordance with the fee schedule as provided in the Proposal dated December 21, 2022, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, and incorporated herein by this reference.

2. AMENDMENT

Section 2 of the Agreement is hereby amended to add to the Services those services identified in the Proposal attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.

Section 4.01 of the Agreement is hereby amended to increase the maximum compensation under the Agreement as follows: Under the original agreement, compensation was set at twenty- four thousand, nine hundred dollars ($24,900). Per this First Amendment, compensation is increased by the maximum amount of seventy five thousand dollars ($75,000) to be billed in accordance with the Proposal attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, resulting in total compensation under the Agreement not to exceed ninety nine thousand nine hundred dollars ($99,900).

The recitals to this Amendment are deemed incorporated herein by this reference. All other terms of the Agreement not expressly amended by this Amendment shall remain in full force and effect.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereby have made and executed this First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement to be effective as of the day and year first above-written.

CITY:

CITY OF BEAUMONT

By: ________________________________
Julio Martinez III, Mayor

ATTEST

City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM

John Pinkney, City Attorney
CONTRACTOR:

Z&K CONSULTANTS, INC.

By: ______________________________

Print Name: _______________________

Title: _____________________________

EXHIBIT “A”

PROPOSAL DATED DECEMBER 21, 2022

Z&K Consultants, Inc. | 473 E Carnegie Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92408 | www.zandkconsultants.com December 21, 2022
Jeff Hart, PE
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
City of Beaumont
550 E 6th Street, Beaumont, CA 92223

Subject: Cost Proposal for Amendment – Request for Proposals for Consulting Engineering Services

Dear Mr. Hart,
Z&K Consultants based our proposal on the scope of work provided in the Request for Proposals. The hourly rate schedule is a part of the Consulting Engineering Services Proposal. The hourly rates include costs and expenses related to mileage, transportation, cell phone, laptop, tablets, etc. The fee estimate is based on the number of hours staff members are required to perform the required services per week, which will be 3-4 days a week, for an indefinite duration.

Below is a table with the hourly rate schedule.

A – Hourly Rates*

- Senior Project Manager/Senior Engineer ................................................................................................................ $130 - Assistant Project Manager ....................................................................................................................................... $145 - Construction Manager ............................................................................................................................................. $145 - Construction Inspector ............................................................................................................................................ $130

*Hourly rates are subject to a 3% per annum. Hourly rate increases will take place on the first day of each year.

Hourly Rates are fully burdened, including all overhead and profit.

All prevailing wage requirements will be followed by the team. All team members are in conformance with the State of California Labor compliance requirements. This offer shall remain firm for 90 days from the RFP close date. The payment terms shall be net thirty (30) days. Hourly Rates are fully burdened, including all overhead and profit. Z&K Consultants, Inc. does not have any subconsultants for the requested services. All insurance will be in force at time of contract execution.

I will serve as the contact person for the full duration on the contract and I am authorized to bind the firm to the terms of the proposal. By signing below, I attest that all information submitted is true and accurate. This proposal shall remain valid for a period of not less than 90 days from the date of submittal. The payment terms shall be net thirty (30) days. We are excited about this opportunity to serve the City of Beaumont and are committed to the successful completion the City’s important projects.

Sincerely,

Crystal Fraire, PE, QSD/P |President, Z&K Consultants Inc. 473 E. Carnegie Drive | Suite 200 | San Bernardino, CA 92400 951.310.7470 | [email protected]

1 AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

THIS AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR is made and effective as of the __3rd__day of _October__, 2022, by and between the CITY OF BEAUMONT (“CITY”) whose address is 550 E. 6th Street, Beaumont, California 92223 and _Z&K Consultants Inc.__ whose address is 473 E Carnegie Drive, Suite 200, San Bernardino, CA 92400__ (“CONTRACTOR”).

RECITALS

This Agreement is entered into on the basis of the following facts, understandings and intentions of the parties to this Agreement:

A. CITY desires to engage CONTRACTOR to provide Consulting Engineering Services; and

B. CONTRACTOR has made a proposal (“Proposal”) to the CITY to provide such professional services, which Proposal is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and

C. CONTRACTOR agrees to provide such services pursuant to, and in accordance with, the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and represents and warrants to CITY that CONTRACTOR possesses the necessary skills, licenses, certifications, qualifications, personnel and equipment to provide such services.

AGREEMENT

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing Recitals and mutual covenants contained herein, CITY and CONTRACTOR agree as follows:

1. Term of Agreement. This Agreement is effective as of the date first above written and shall continue until terminated as provided for herein. Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary, this Agreement shall automatically terminate after one (1) year unless extended by the parties with the approval of the City Council of the CITY.

2. Services to be Performed. CONTRACTOR agrees to provide the services (“Services”) as follows: Consulting Engineering Services per Exhibit “A” and any other services which the City may request in writing. All Services shall be performed in the manner and according to the timeframe set forth in the Proposal. CONTRACTOR designates Crystal Fraire as CONTRACTOR’S professional responsible for overseeing the Services provided by CONTRACTOR.

3. Associates and Subcontractors. CONTRACTOR may, at CONTRACTOR’s sole cost and expense, employ such competent and qualified independent associates, subcontractors and consultants as CONTRACTOR deems necessary to perform the Services; provided, however, that CONTRACTOR shall not subcontract any of the Services without the written consent of CITY.

4. Compensation.

2 4.01 CONTRACTOR shall be paid at the rates set forth in the Proposal and shall not increase any rate without the prior written consent of the CITY. Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary, total fees and charges paid by CITY to CONTRACTOR under this Agreement shall not exceed Twenty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($24,900).

4.02 CONTRACTOR shall not be compensated for any Services rendered nor reimbursed for any expenses incurred in excess of those authorized unless approved in advance by the CITY, in writing.

4.03 CONTRACTOR shall submit to CITY, on or before the fifteenth (15th) of each month, itemized invoices for the Services rendered in the previous month. The CITY shall not be obligated to pay any invoice that is submitted more than sixty (60) days after the due date of such invoice. CITY shall have the right to review and audit all invoices prior to or after payment to CONTRACTOR. This review and audit may include, but not be limited to CITY’s:

a. Determination that any hourly fee charged is consistent with this Agreement's approved hourly rate schedule;
b. Determination that the multiplication of the hours billed times the approved rate schedule dollars is correct;
c. Determination that each item charged is the usual, customary, and reasonable charge for the particular item. If CITY determines an item charged is greater than usual, customary, or reasonable, or is duplicative, ambiguous, excessive, or inappropriate, CITY shall either return the bill to CONTRACTOR with a request for explanation or adjust the payment accordingly, and give notice to CONTRACTOR of the adjustment.

4.04 If the work is satisfactorily completed, CITY shall pay such invoice within thirty (30) days of its receipt. Should CITY dispute any portion of any invoice, CITY shall pay the undisputed portion within the time stated above, and at the same time advise CONTRACTOR in writing of the disputed portion.

5. Obligations of CONTRACTOR.

5.01 CONTRACTOR agrees to perform all Services in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement and the Proposal. In the event that the terms of the Proposal shall conflict with the terms of this Agreement, or contain additional terms other than the Services to be rendered and the price for the Services, the terms of this Agreement shall govern and said additional or conflicting terms shall be of no force or effect.

5.02 Except as otherwise agreed by the parties, CONTRACTOR will supply all personnel, materials and equipment required to perform the Services. CONTRACTOR shall provide its own offices, telephones, vehicles and computers and set its own work hours. CONTRACTOR will determine the method, details, and means of performing the Services under this Agreement.

3 5.03 CONTRACTOR shall keep CITY informed as to the progress of the Services by means of regular and frequent consultations. Additionally, when requested by CITY, CONTRACTOR shall prepare written status reports.

5.04 CONTRACTOR is responsible for paying, when due, all income and other taxes, fees and withholding, including withholding state and federal taxes, social security, unemployment and worker’s compensation, incurred as a result of the compensation paid under this Agreement. CONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY for any claims, costs, losses, fees, penalties, interest, or damages suffered by CITY resulting from CONTRACTOR’s failure to comply with this provision.

5.05 In the event CONTRACTOR is required to prepare plans, drawings, specifications and/or estimates, the same shall be furnished in conformance with local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.

5.06 CONTRACTOR represents that it possesses all required licenses necessary or applicable to the performance of Services under this Agreement and the Proposal and shall obtain and keep in full force and effect all permits and approvals required to perform the Services herein. In the event CITY is required to obtain an approval or permit from another governmental entity, CONTRACTOR shall provide all necessary supporting documents to be filed with such entity.

5.07 CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for obtaining Employment Eligibility Verification information from CONTRACTOR’s employees, in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Pub. L. 99-603 (8 U.S.C. 1324a), and shall ensure that CONTRACTOR’s employees are eligible to work in the United States.

5.08 In the event that CONTRACTOR employs, contracts with, or otherwise utilizes any CalPers retirees in completing any of the Services performed hereunder, such instances shall be disclosed in advance to the CITY and shall be subject to the CITY’s advance written approval.

5.09 Drug-free Workplace Certification. By signing this Agreement, the CONTRACTOR hereby certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the CONTRACTOR will comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 (Government Code, Section 8350 et seq.) and will provide a drug- free workplace.

5.10 CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations, entitlements and/or permits applicable to, or governing the Services authorized hereunder.

6. Insurance. CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to be solely responsible for the health and safety of its employees and agents in performing the Services under this Agreement and shall comply with all laws applicable to worker safety including but not limited to Cal-OSHA.

Therefore, throughout the duration of this Agreement, CONTRACTOR hereby covenants and

4 agrees to maintain insurance in conformance with the requirements set forth below. Attached hereto as Exhibit “B” are copies of Certificates of Insurance and endorsements as required by Section 7.02. If existing coverage does not meet the requirements set forth herein, CONTRACTOR agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the existing coverage to do so.

CONTRACTOR shall provide the following types and amounts of insurance:

6.01 Commercial general liability insurance in an amount of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in the aggregate; CONTRACTOR agrees to have its insurer endorse the general liability coverage required herein to include as additional insured’s CITY, its officials, employees and agents. CONTRACTOR also agrees to require all contractors and subcontractors to provide the same coverage required under this Section 6.

6.02 Business Auto Coverage in an amount no less than $1 million per accident.

If CONTRACTOR or CONTRACTOR’s employees will use personal autos in performance of the Services hereunder, CONTRACTOR shall provide evidence of personal auto liability coverage for each such person.

6.03 Workers’ Compensation coverage for any of CONTRACTOR’s employees that will be providing any Services hereunder. CONTRACTOR will have a state-approved policy form providing statutory benefits as required by California law. The provisions of any workers’ compensation will not limit the obligations of CONTRACTOR under this Agreement. CONTRACTOR expressly agrees not to use any statutory immunity defenses under such laws with respect to CITY, its employees, officials and agents.

6.04 Optional Insurance Coverage. Choose and check one: Required _X_ /Not Required ___; Errors and omissions insurance in a minimum amount of $2 million per occurrence to cover any negligent acts or omissions committed by CONTRACTOR, its employees and/or agents in the performance of any Services for CITY.

7. General Conditions pertaining to Insurance Coverage

7.01 No liability insurance coverage provided shall prohibit CONTRACTOR from waiving the right of subrogation prior to a loss. CONTRACTOR waives all rights of subrogation against CITY regardless of the applicability of insurance proceeds and shall require all contractors and subcontractors to do likewise.

7.02. Prior to beginning the Services under this Agreement, CONTRACTOR shall furnish CITY with certificates of insurance, endorsements, and upon request, complete copies of all policies, including complete copies of all endorsements. All copies of policies and endorsements shall show the signature of a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf.

7.03. All required policies shall be issued by a highly rated insurer with a minimum A.M. Best rating of “A:VII”). The insurer(s) shall be admitted and licensed to do business in California. The certificates of insurance hereunder shall state that coverage shall not be suspended, voided, canceled by either party, or reduced in coverage or in limits, except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice has been given to CITY.

5 7.04 Self-insurance does not comply with these insurance specifications.

CONTRACTOR acknowledges and agrees that that all insurance coverage required to be provided by CONTRACTOR or any subcontractor, shall apply first and on a primary, non- contributing basis in relation to any other insurance, indemnity or self-insurance available to CITY.

7.05 All coverage types and limits required are subject to approval, modification and additional requirements by CITY, as the need arises. CONTRACTOR shall not make any reductions in scope of coverage (e.g. elimination of contractual liability or reduction of discovery period) that may affect CITY’s protection without CITY’s prior written consent.

7.06 CONTRACTOR agrees to provide immediate notice to CITY of any claim or loss against CONTRACTOR or arising out of the Services performed under this Agreement. CITY assumes no obligation or liability by such notice, but has the right (but not the duty) to monitor the handling of any such claim or claims if they are likely to involve CITY.

8. Indemnification.

8.01 CONTRACTOR and CITY agree that CITY, its employees, agents and officials should, to the extent permitted by law, be fully protected from any loss, injury, damage, claim, lawsuit, cost, expense, attorneys’ fees, litigation costs, defense costs, court costs or any other costs arising out of or in any way related to the performance of this Agreement by CONTRACTOR or any subcontractor or agent of either as set forth herein.

Accordingly, the provisions of this indemnity are intended by the parties to be interpreted and construed to provide the fullest protection possible under the law to CITY.

CONTRACTOR acknowledges that CITY would not enter into this Agreement in the absence of the commitment of CONTRACTOR to indemnify and protect CITY as set forth herein.

a. To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONTRACTOR shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless CITY, its employees, agents and officials, from any liability, claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses, damages or costs of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, actual attorneys’ fees incurred by CITY, court costs, interest, defense costs, including expert witness fees and any other costs or expenses of any kind whatsoever without restriction or limitation incurred in relation to, as a consequence of or arising out of, or in any way attributable actually, allegedly or impliedly, in whole or in part to the performance of this Agreement.

CONTRACTOR’s obligation to defend, indemnify and hold harmless shall include any and all claims, suits and proceedings in which CONTRACTOR (and/or CONTRACTOR’s agents and/or employees) is alleged to be an employee of CITY.

All obligations under this provision are to be paid by CONTRACTOR as they are incurred by CITY.

b. Without affecting the rights of CITY under any provision of this

6 Agreement or this Section, CONTRACTOR shall not be required to indemnify and hold harmless CITY as set forth above for liability attributable solely to the fault of CITY, provided such fault is determined by agreement between the parties or the findings of a court of competent jurisdiction.

9. Additional Services, Changes and Deletions.

9.01 In the event CONTRACTOR performs additional or different services than those described herein without the prior written approval of the City Manager and/or City Council of CITY, CONTRACTOR shall not be compensated for such services.

CONTRACTOR expressly waives any right to be compensated for services and materials not covered by the scope of this Agreement or authorized by the CITY in writing.

9.02 CONTRACTOR shall promptly advise the City Manager and Finance Director of CITY as soon as reasonably practicable upon gaining knowledge of a condition, event or accumulation of events which may affect the scope and/or cost of Services. All proposed changes, modifications, deletions and/or requests for additional services shall be reduced to writing for review and approval by the CITY and/or City Council.

10. Termination of Agreement.

10.01 Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, CITY, at its sole option, may terminate this Agreement with or without cause, or for no cause, at any time by giving twenty (20) days’ written notice to CONTRACTOR.

10.02 In the event of termination, the payment of monies due CONTRACTOR for undisputed Services performed prior to the effective date of such termination shall be paid within thirty (30) business days after receipt of an invoice as provided in this Agreement.

Immediately upon termination, CONTRACTOR agrees to promptly provide and deliver to CITY all original documents, reports, studies, plans, specifications and the like which are in the possession or control of CONTRACTOR and pertain to CITY.

11. Status of CONTRACTOR.

11.01 CONTRACTOR shall perform the Services in CONTRACTOR’s own way as an independent contractor, and in pursuit of CONTRACTOR’s independent calling, and not as an employee of CITY. However, CONTRACTOR shall regularly confer with CITY’s City Manager as provided for in this Agreement.

11.02 CONTRACTOR agrees that it is not entitled to the rights and benefits afforded to CITY’s employees, including disability or unemployment insurance, workers’ compensation, retirement, CalPers, medical insurance, sick leave, or any other employment benefit. CONTRACTOR is responsible for providing, at its own expense, disability, unemployment, workers’ compensation and other insurance, training, permits, and licenses for itself and its employees and subcontractors.

11.03 CONTRACTOR hereby specifically represents and warrants to CITY that it possesses the qualifications and skills necessary to perform the Services under this

7 Agreement in a competent, professional manner, without the advice or direction of CITY and that the Services to be rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be performed in accordance with the standards customarily applicable to an experienced and competent professional rendering the same or similar services in the same geographic area where the CITY is located. Further, CONTRACTOR represents and warrants that the individual signing this Agreement on behalf of CONTRACTOR has the full authority to bind CONTRACTOR to this Agreement.

12. Ownership of Documents; Audit.

12.01 All draft and final reports, plans, drawings, studies, maps, photographs, specifications, data, notes, manuals, warranties and all other documents of any kind or nature prepared, developed or obtained by CONTRACTOR in connection with the performance of Services performed for the CITY shall become the sole property of CITY, and CONTRACTOR shall promptly deliver all such materials to CITY upon request. At the CITY’s sole discretion, CONTRACTOR may be permitted to retain original documents, and furnish reproductions to CITY upon request, at no cost to CITY.

12.02 Subject to applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations, CITY shall hold all intellectual property rights to any materials developed pursuant to this Agreement. CONTRACTOR shall not such use data or documents for purposes other than the performance of this Agreement, nor shall CONTRACTOR release, reproduce, distribute, publish, adapt for future use or any other purposes, or otherwise use, any data or other materials first produced in the performance of this Agreement, nor authorize others to do so, without the prior written consent of CITY.

12.03 CONTRACTOR shall retain and maintain, for a period not less than four years following termination of this Agreement, all time records, accounting records and vouchers and all other records with respect to all matters concerning Services performed, compensation paid and expenses reimbursed. At any time during normal business hours and as often as CITY may deem necessary, CONTRACTOR shall make available to CITY’s agents for examination all of such records and shall permit CITY’s agents to audit, examine and reproduce such records.

13. Miscellaneous Provisions.

13.01 This Agreement, which includes all attached exhibits, supersedes any and all previous agreements, either oral or written, between the parties hereto with respect to the rendering of Services by CONTRACTOR for CITY and contains all of the covenants and agreements between the parties with respect to the rendering of such Services in any manner whatsoever. Any modification of this Agreement will be effective only if it is in writing signed by both parties.

13.02 CONTRACTOR shall not assign or otherwise transfer any rights or interest in this Agreement without the prior written consent of CITY. Unless specifically stated to the contrary in any written consent to an assignment, no assignment will release or discharge the assignor from any duty or responsibility under this Agreement.

8 13.03 CONTRACTOR shall timely file FPPC Form 700 Conflict of Interest Statements with CITY if required by California law and/or the CITY’s conflict of interest policy.

13.04 If any legal action or proceeding, including an action for declaratory relief, is brought to enforce or interpret the provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing party will be entitled to reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, in addition to any other relief to which that party may be entitled.

13.05 This Agreement is made, entered into and shall be performed in the County of Riverside in the State of California and shall in all respects be interpreted, enforced and governed under the laws of the State of California.

13.06 CONTRACTOR covenants that neither it nor any officer or principal of its firm has any interest, nor shall they acquire any interest, either directly or indirectly, which will conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of their Services hereunder.

CONTRACTOR further covenants that in the performance of this Agreement, no person having such interest shall be employed by it as an officer, employee, agent, or subcontractor.

13.07 CONTRACTOR has read and is aware of the provisions of Section 1090 et seq. and Section 87100 et seq. of the Government Code relating to conflicts of interest of public officers and employees. CONTRACTOR agrees that they are unaware of any financial or economic interest of any public officer or employee of the CITY relating to this Agreement. It is further understood and agreed that if such a financial interest does exist at the inception of this Agreement, the CITY may immediately terminate this Agreement by giving notice thereof. CONTRACTOR shall comply with the requirements of Government Code section 87100 et seq. and section 1090 in the performance of and during the term of this Agreement.

13.08 Improper Consideration. CONTRACTOR shall not offer (either directly or through an intermediary) any improper consideration such as, but not limited to, cash, discounts, services, the provision of travel or entertainment, or any items of value to any officer, employee or agent of the CITY in an attempt to secure favorable treatment regarding this Agreement or any contract awarded by CITY. The CITY, by notice, may immediately terminate this Agreement if it determines that any improper consideration as described in the preceding sentence was offered to any officer, employee or agent of the CITY with respect to the proposal and award process of this Agreement or any CITY contract. This prohibition shall apply to any amendment, extension or evaluation process once this Agreement or any CITY contract has been awarded. CONTRACTOR shall immediately report any attempt by any CITY officer, employee or agent to solicit (either directly or through an intermediary) improper consideration from CONTRACTOR.

13.09 Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the entire balance of this Agreement not so affected shall remain in full force and effect.

9 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereby have made and executed this Agreement to be effective as of the day and year first above-written.

CITY:

CITY OF BEAUMONT
By: ________________________________
Elizabeth Gibbs, City Manager
CONTRACTOR:
________________________________
By: ______________________________
Print Name: _______________________
Title: _____________________________ Principal in Charge Crystal Fraire

EXHIBIT “A”

PROPOSAL

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August 29, 2022
Jeff Hart, PE
Director of Public Works ~ City Engineer
City of Beaumont 550 E 6th Street, Beaumont, CA 92223

Subject: Cost Proposal – Request for Proposals for Consulting Engineering Services Dear Mr. Hart,
Z&K Consultants Inc. (Z&K) proudly presents our proposal for the City Beaumont’s Request for Proposals for Consulting Engineering Services and is excited about the opportunity to work seamlessly as an extension of staff with the City’s personnel. We understand that this position will be 3-4 days a week in person for an indefinite as-needed period.

Z&K is a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE), and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) in Southern California. Z&K specializes in the provision of Construction Management, Construction Inspection, Program Management, Project Management, Staff Augmentation, and other Professional Engineering Consulting Services. The Z&K Team has held numerous Engineering services contracts for local agencies and is committed to the success of the City of Beaumont’s public works projects.

Our proposed Senior Project Manager/Senior Engineer
(Nadeem Syed, PE, QSD/P) has provided similar services as staff augmentation and a direct employee with Cities for over 29 years. He has managed over 100 Public Works CIP projects. He has extensive experience in street rehabilitation projects (has managed the City of San
Bernardino Annual Citywide Street Rehabilitation Program for over 5 years), street improvement projects, street extension projects, traffic signal projects, grade separations and bridge projects, and water/wastewater projects including lift stations. Our Senior Project Manager/Senior Engineer experience providing similar services for City projects for the local jurisdictions makes the Z&K team uniquely qualified to provide the requested services. We have a track record of performing outstanding services on similar contracts through saving significant time and cost from identification of the various critical elements controlling the project schedule to providing alternate practical solutions. Z&K is proud of our reputation for having seasoned construction management and inspection personnel and of the industry’s recognition of our ability to deliver complex capital improvement projects ahead-of-schedule, under budget, without claims, and with outstanding customer service for the local community.

Z&K has carefully selected this "A-Team," and has committed our most qualified staff for the duration of the contract to deliver successful projects. We understand the importance of meeting budgets and schedules; we have a strategic plan in place to deliver projects with such benchmarks in mind. Our proposed team member is recognized as an expert in Consulting Engineering Services and will provide “turn-key” Services for the City of Beaumont. Mr. Syed has extensive experience in CIP management and oversight, has a technological background to provide adequate review and comment, excellent communication skills, extensive knowledge of municipal public works, planning, design, maintenance and construction, techniques and methods of preparing designs, plans, specifications, estimates and reports for proposed municipal facilities, and civil engineering principles related to planning, traffic, streets, public buildings, capital facilities planning, technical, legal and financial requirements involved in the conduct of municipal public works studies.

Our key team member has 100% commitment to the City of Beaumont’s projects. The Z&K team knows the importance of providing qualified and experienced personnel, capable of working independently, that arrive on-site properly equipped and have the necessary safety and technical training to start work with no learning curve. The personnel identified bring specific and extensive field experience and have the qualifications required in the RFP.

The Z&K Team understands that this position will manage/assist with work on a variety of Capital Improvement Projects including:
• Annual Citywide Street Rehabilitation and Maintenance Program • Feasibility Study & Final A&E for new Police Headquarters • Citywide Traffic Signal & Capacity Improvements • Pennsylvania Railroad Grade Separation • Oak Valley Interchange (PAED, PS&E) • 2nd Street Extension (between Pennsylvania and easterly terminus, appox. ½ mile) • Upper Oak Valley Lift Station Site Improvements • Miscellaneous additional We have hand selected Mr. Syed as the Senior PM/Senior Engineer due to his extensive and multidisciplinary background with similar projects to deliver excellent as-needed Consulting Engineering Services and to ensure the success of the City’s projects. I will serve as the contact person for the full duration of the contract, and I am authorized to bind the firm to the terms of the proposal. By signing below, I attest that all information submitted is true and correct. The personnel listed in the proposal shall be available and assigned to the City on an on-call, as-needed basis.

Sincerely,
Crystal Fraire, PE, QSD/P |President, Z&K Consultants Inc. 951.310.7470 | [email protected] 473 E. Carnegie Drive, Suite 200, San Bernardino, CA 92400 Nadeem Syed, PE, QSD/P
has provided Project
Management and Senior
Engineering Services for
the following local
agencies:
•City of San Bernardino
•City of Chino
•City of Baldwin Park
•City of Montebello
•City of Rialto
•City of Bell Gardens
•City of Fontana
•City of Huntington Park
•City of El Monte
•City of Corona

Our proposed Senior Project Manager/Senior Engineer has worked in a similar capacity with Cities for over 29 years. He is a licensed engineer that specializes in public works capital improvement projects.

Z&K has provided similar services on over 25 On-Call Contracts with Cities and Agencies throughout Southern California in the last 5 years.