ProjectInformationProject Name (if applicable):Systematic Crossing Improvements DIST-CO-RTE:District 4, Alameda CountyEA:HSIPSL-5012 (163) PM/PM:
Kevin Tran/JesseBoudart
Federal-Aid Project Number:H10-04-27
Note: Also enter the EA and Federal-Aid Project Number (if applicable) in the footer beginning on page 2 and remove this note.Project DescriptionThis project will install Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) and Intersection Lighting at six intersections in the City of Oakland with a history of pedestrian collisions.Attachment DCEQA EXEMPTION / NEPA CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION DETERMINATION FORM (rev. 06/2022)Caltrans CEQA Determination(Check one)Not Applicable – Caltrans is not the CEQA Lead AgencyNot Applicable– Caltrans has prepared an IS or EIR under CEQABased 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 1. (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 34for 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 ChiefEd ManassePrint Name Signature DateProject ManagerJesse Boudart 11/1/23Print Name Signature Date Edward Manasse (Nov 1, 2023 13:15 PDT)
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CEQA EXEMPTION / NEPA CATEGORICALEXCLUSION DETERMINATION FORM EA: HSIPSL-5012 (163)Federal-Aid Project Number: H10-04-27Page2of3 Signature
Caltrans NEPA Determination(Check one)Not ApplicableCaltrans 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). SeeSER Chapter 30for 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, 2022, executed between FHWA and Caltrans. Caltrans has determined that the project is a Categorical Exclusion under:23 CFR 771.117(c): activity (c)(Enter activity number)23 CFR 771.117(d): activity (d)(Enter activity number)Activity Enter activity number listed in Appendix A of the MOU between FHWA and Caltrans23 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 datedMay 27, 2022, and executed by FHWA and Caltrans.Senior Environmental Planner or Environmental Branch ChiefEd ManassePrint Name Signature DateProject Manager/ DLA EngineerJesse Boudart 11/1/23Print Name DateDate of Categorical Exclusion Checklist completion (if applicable): 11/1/23Date of Environmental Commitment Record or equivalent:N/ABriefly 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).
Edward Manasse (Nov 1, 2023 13:15 PDT)
CEQA EXEMPTION / NEPA CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION DETERMINATION FORM EA: HSIPSL-5012 (163) Federal-Aid Project Number: H10-04-27Page 3of 3 Continuation sheet: