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NEPA/CEQA RE-VALIDATION FORM
DIST-CO-RTE: 04-ALA-0-OAK
PM/PM: N/A
EA or Fed-Aid Project No.: STPCML-5012(155)
Other Project No. (specify): N/A
Project Title: Lakeside Family Streets
Environmental Approval Type: Categorical Exclusion Determination Date Approved: 05/19/2021
Reason for Consultation (23 CFR 771.129), check one:
☒ Project proceeding to next major federal approval
☐ Change in scope, setting, effects, mitigation measures, requirements ☐ 3-year timeline (EIS only)
☐ N/A (Re-Validation for CEQA only)
Description of Changed Conditions:
Briefly describe the changed conditions or new information on page 2. Append continuation sheet(s) as necessary. Include a revised Environmental Commitments Record (ECR) when applicable.
NEPA CONCLUSION - VALIDITY
Based on an examination of the changed conditions and supporting information: (Check ONE of the three statements below, regarding the validity of the original document/determination (23 CFR 771.129). If document is no longer valid, indicate whether additional public review is warranted and whether the type of environmental document will be elevated.) ☒ The original environmental document or CE remains valid. No further documentation will be prepared.
☐ The original environmental document or CE is in need of updating; further documentation has been prepared and ☐ is included on the continuation sheet(s) or ☐ is attached. With this additional documentation, the original ED or CE remains valid.
Additional public review is warranted (23 CFR 771.111(h)(3)) ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ The original document or CE is no longer valid.
Additional public review is warranted (23 CFR 771.111(h)(3)) ☐ Yes ☐ No Supplemental environmental document is needed. ☐ Yes ☐ No New environmental document is needed. ☐ Yes ☐ No (If “Yes,” specify type: )
CONCURRENCE WITH NEPA CONCLUSION
I concur with the NEPA conclusion above.
Signature: Environmental Branch Chief Date
Signature: Project Manager/DLAE Date
10/18/2023
10/18/2023
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CEQA CONCLUSION (Only mandated for projects on the State Highway System.) Based on an examination of the changed conditions and supporting information, the following conclusion has been reached regarding appropriate CEQA documentation: (Check ONE of the five statements below, indicating whether any additional documentation will be prepared, and if so, what kind. If additional documentation is prepared, attach a copy of this signed form and any continuation sheets.)
☐ Original document remains valid. No further documentation is necessary. ☐ Only minor technical changes or additions to the previous document are necessary. ☐ An addendum has been or will be prepared and is ☐ included on the continuation sheets or ☐ will be attached. It need not be circulated for public review. (CEQA Guidelines, §15164)
☐ Changes are substantial, but only minor additions or changes are necessary to make the previous document adequate. A Supplemental environmental document will be prepared, and it will be circulated for public review. (CEQA Guidelines, §15163) ☐ Changes are substantial, and major revisions to the current document are necessary.
A Subsequent environmental document will be prepared, and it will be circulated for public review. (CEQA Guidelines, §15162)
(Specify type of subsequent document, e.g., Subsequent FEIR):
☐ The CE is no longer valid. New CE is needed. ☐ Yes ☐ No
CONCURRENCE WITH CEQA CONCLUSION
I concur with the CEQA conclusion above.
Signature: Environmental Branch Chief Date
Signature: Project Manager/DLAE Date
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CONTINUATION SHEET(S)
Address only changes or new information since approval of the original document and only those areas that are applicable. Use the list below as section headings as they apply to the project change(s). Use as much or as little space as needed to adequately address the project change(s) and the associated impacts, minimization, avoidance and/or mitigation measures, if any.
Changes in project design, e.g., scope change; a new alternative; change in project alignment.
Scope of work remains unchanged.
Changes in environmental setting, e.g., new development affecting traffic or air quality.
There are no changes in environmental setting.
Changes in environmental circumstances, e.g., a new law or regulation; change in the status of a listed species.
In the time since the Categorical Exclusion form was signed, foothill yellow-legged frog (FYLF) was federally listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. However, the project continues to be covered by the Section 7 No-Effect Memo on file. The project will have no effect on FYLF, and no further action is required.
Changes to environmental impacts of the project, e.g., a new type of impact, or a change in the magnitude of an existing impact.
There are no changes to environmental impacts.
Changes to avoidance, minimization, and/or mitigation measures since the environmental document was approved.
There are no changes to avoidance, minimization, and/or mitigation measures.
Changes to environmental commitments since the environmental document was approved, e.g., the addition of new conditions in permits or approvals. When this applies, append a revised Environmental Commitments Record (ECR) as one of the Continuation Sheets.
There are no changes to environmental commitments since the environmental document was approved.
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Local Agency Signature Date
_Suty Komsonkeo________
Printed Name
CEQA EXEMPTION / NEPA CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
DETERMINATION FORM (rev. 04/2021)
Project Information
Project Name (if applicable): Lakeside Family Streets
DIST-CO-RTE: 04-Ala-0-Oak PM/PM: N/A
EA: N/A Federal-Aid Project Number: STPCML-5012(155)
Project Description
The City of Oakland proposes to improve the existing bike and pedestrian facilities on Harrison Street between Lakeside Drive and 27th Street and on W Grand Avenue between Harrison Street and Bay Place. The proposed improvements include Class IV protected bicycle lanes separated by parked cars and raised buffers; and improved pedestrian facilities including refuges, high visibility crosswalks, retimed signals, transit boarding islands, and reconstructed curb ramps to meet ADA compliance. All work will occur within existing City right of way.
Caltrans CEQA Determination (Check one)
☒ Not Applicable – Caltrans is not the CEQA Lead Agency ☐ Not Applicable – Caltrans has prepared an IS or EIR under CEQA Based on an examination of this proposal and supporting information, the project is:
☐ Exempt by Statute. (PRC 21080[b]; 14 CCR 15260 et seq.) ☐ Categorically Exempt. Class Enter class. (PRC 21084; 14 CCR 15300 et seq.) ☐ No exceptions apply that would bar the use of a categorical exemption (PRC 21084 and 14 CCR 15300.2). See the SER Chapter 34 for exceptions. ☐ Covered by the Common Sense Exemption. This project does not fall within an exempt class, but it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect on the environment (14 CCR 15061[b][3].) Senior Environmental Planner or Environmental Branch Chief
Print Name Signature Date
Project Manager
Print Name Signature Date
CEQA EXEMPTION / NEPA CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
DETERMINATION FORM
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Federal-Aid Project Number: STPCML-5012(155)
Caltrans NEPA Determination (Check one)
☐ Not Applicable
Caltrans has determined that this project has no significant impacts on the environment as defined by NEPA, and that there are no unusual circumstances as described in 23 CFR 771.117(b). See SER Chapter 30 for unusual circumstances. As such, the project is categorically excluded from the requirements to prepare an EA or EIS under NEPA and is included under the following:
☒ 23 USC 326: Caltrans has been assigned, and hereby certifies that it has carried out the responsibility to make this determination pursuant to 23 USC 326 and the Memorandum of Understanding dated April 18, 2019, executed between FHWA and Caltrans. Caltrans has determined that the project is a Categorical Exclusion under:
☒ 23 CFR 771.117(c): activity (c)(3)
☐ 23 CFR 771.117(d): activity (d)(Enter activity number) ☐ Activity Enter activity number listed in Appendix A of the MOU between FHWA and Caltrans
☐ 23 USC 327: Based on an examination of this proposal and supporting information, Caltrans has determined that the project is a Categorical Exclusion under 23 USC 327.
The environmental review, consultation, and any other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by Caltrans pursuant to 23 USC 327 and the Memorandum of Understanding dated December 23, 2016 and executed by FHWA and Caltrans.
Senior Environmental Planner or Environmental Branch Chief Tom Holstein
Print Name Signature Date
Project Manager/ DLA Engineer
Louis Schuman
Print Name Signature Date
Date of Categorical Exclusion Checklist completion (if applicable): 5/18/2021 Date of Environmental Commitment Record or equivalent: N/A Briefly list environmental commitments on continuation sheet if needed (i.e., not necessary if included on an attached ECR). Reference additional information, as appropriate (e.g., additional studies and design conditions). 19 May 2021
19 May 2021
CEQA EXEMPTION / NEPA CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
DETERMINATION FORM
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Federal-Aid Project Number: STPCML-5012(155)
Continuation sheet:
Water Quality
• The Project will implement the City of Oakland’s General Provisions under Section 7-8 “Work Site Maintenance”.
Community Impacts
• During the project design phase, the City will conduct outreach to businesses, residences, and property owners to inform them of impacts on parking spaces, construction schedule and related activities, proposed safety measures, and other potential impacts due to the Project. The City will consider any comments and feedback received through the outreach process.
• Additional outreach will be conducted if other concerns are identified after initial outreach.
Traffic
• Construction hours will be in accordance with the City of Oakland standards, inclusive of the City’s Holiday restricted Streets and Limited Operation Areas. • The City will issue advance construction notices to all property owners and occupants who will be immediately affected by the construction activities. • The City will work with the Contractor to coordinate the construction activities with sensitive developments.
• The City will coordinate with AC transit agency, BART, and other affected stakeholders during the design and construction phases for improvements near or adjacent to existing facilities.
• The Contractor will be required to maintain and ensure traffic flow at all times, provide access for pedestrians and bicyclists, and provide and maintain proper temporary traffic control measures for the duration of construction. • All temporary traffic control measures will comply with the latest CAMUTCD requirements.
• The Contractor will be required to submit a Traffic Control Plan for approval by the City engineer prior to starting any work.
Equipment Staging
• The Contractor will not be allowed to occupy, or allow others to occupy, the project areas for purposes that are not necessary to complete the project. • The staging area will not affect access to properties or driveways. • Equipment staging is prohibited in Snow park and Historic District areas. • No staging will be located in an environmentally or culturally sensitive area or regulatory floodway or 100-year floodplain.
• Staging will not be permitted on undeveloped property or any pervious surfaces. • The Contractor and sub-contractors will be required to keep construction areas clean and pollution free as described in the Project specifications and its Special Provisions, Section 7-10.2 “Storage of Equipment and Materials in Public Streets”.