Agenda, regular meeting — Parlier City Council, May 19, 2022

PARLIER CITY COUNCIL OF PARLIER

C REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
This meeting of the City of Parlier City Council is live streamed and may be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJs3y/cM9NWQGLdwpBCmoAQ DATE: THURSDAY, MAY 19, 2022
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Parlier City Hall
1100 E. Parlier Avenue
Parlier, CA 93648
CALL TO ORDER/WELCOME:

Roll Call: Mayor Alma M. Beltran, Mayor Pro-Temp Trinidad Pimentel, Councilwoman Diane Maldonado, Council woman Sabrina Rodriguez, Council woman Cathryn "Kathy" Solorio, City Clerk Dorothy Garza and Treasurer Michelle Lopez.

FLAG SALUTE: Mayor Alma M. Beltran
INVOCATION:

ADDITIONS/DELETIONS:

PRESENTATIONS/ INFORMATIONAL:

GoGov presentation - Introduction of Parlier Connect.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

At this time any citizen may address the City Council on matters not appearing on the agenda that are within the jurisdiction of the City of Parlier. Speakers shall limit their comments to three (3) minutes unless extended by the Mayor. Please begin your comments by stating your name and City of residence.

The City Council is prohibited by law from taking collective formal action on matters raised during public that are not on the agenda, but individual council members may respond to anyone providing any public comment. No adverse conclusion should be drawn if the City Council does not respond to any public comment. Responses to public comment by individual city council members may or may not reflect the views of any other, or of a majority of council members.

The Council may refer the matter to the City Manager or staff or request that it be placed on a future agenda.

CONSENT CALENDAR:

All Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of items appearing on the Consent Calendar unless requested to be removed for separate discussion and acted on by separate vote.

1. Approve the Check Reports dated May 30, 2022 to May 16, 2022.

REGULAR BUSINESS:

2. SUBJECT: Consider adoption of a mitigated negative declaration for and approval of the City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater banking Project.

PUBLIC HEARING: a. Mayor Beltran to open Public Hearing b Public input/testimony for or against.
c. Mayor Beltran to close Public Hearing
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopts Resolution No. 2022-17, adopting a mitigated negative declaration and determining to carry out the project.

3. SUBJECT: Consideration and Necessary Action on SB 1 Project List Designation for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.

RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council approve the SB 1 Project Designation List and adopt Resolution 2022-18, "Adopting A List of Projects For Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017."

4. SUBJECT: Consideration and Necessary Action on Initiation Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 1 for Tax Year 2022/2023.

RECOMMENDATION: City Council adopt Resolution 2022-19 "Initiating Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 1 and authorize the City Engineer to file his annual report.

5. SUBJECT: Consideration and Necessary Action on Approval of the Resolution to accept Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program Funds for the Parlier Active Transportation Study - Tactical Urbanism.

RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the Resolution No. 2022-20 "Accepting Grant Funds from the Sustainable Transportation Planning (STP) Grant Program awarded to the City of Parlier for by the California Department of Transportation for the Parlier Active Transportation Study and authorize the City Manager to execute all Restricted Grant Agreements and any amendments.

6. SUBJECT: Consideration and Necessary Action on 5252 (029) Zediker Avenue Reconstruction Valley Excavation, Inc.

RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council approve the Final Acceptance of Work for Zediker Avenue Reconstruction 2022-21, "Authorizing Final Acceptance and Notice of Completion" and authorize the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion.

7. SUBJECT: Consideration and Necessary Action on Adoption of the Resolution No. 2022-21 accept the completion the Parlier Safe Routes to School Project No. CML-5252 (030) by Seal Rite Paving & Grading.

RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council approve the Final Acceptance of Work for Parlier Safe Routes to School and adopt Resolution 2022-22, "Authorizing Final Acceptance and Notice of Completion" and authorize the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion.

PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION

THIS PORTION OF THE MEETING IS RESERVED FOR PERSONS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON AN ITEM WHICH IS TO BE CONSIDERED DURING CLOSED SESSION. SPEAKERS SHALL LIMIT THEIR COMMENTS TO THREE (3) MINUTES.

CLOSED SESSION:

8. Public Employment Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 All Positions.

Pending Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 Austin v. City of Parlier
Fresno Superior Court Case no. 20CECG01336
Enfinity Central Val 2 Parlier, LLC v. City of Parlier
USDC Case No. 2;19-cv-01607
BRIEF COMMENTS: COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS/COMMENTS:

CITY MANAGER:

CITY ATTORNEY:

CITY COUNCIL:

ADJOURNMENT

ADA NOTICE
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (559) 646-3545 ext. 227. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the city to make arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting

DOCUMENTS
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the front counter at City Hall located at 1100 East Parlier Avenue, Parlier, CA during normal business hours. In addition, most documents are posted on the City's website at www.parlier.ca.us #1
Check Report
CITY OF PARLIER By Check Number
Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Bank Code: APBNK-APBNK
ADT01 ADT SECURITY SERVICES 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 1,319.93 58546 ASI01 ASI 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 1,397.50 58547
AUG01 AUGUSTINE, BERTHA E. 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 600.00 58548 HDL01 HDL COREN & CONE 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 4,050.00 58549 METO2 METLIFE - GROUP BENEFITS 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 619.61 58550 **Void** 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 0.00 58551
RSG01 RSG, INC. 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 337.50 58552
STA1B STANDARD INSURANCE CO. 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 2,799.84 58553 **Void** 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 0.00 58554
TCM01 TCM INVESTMENTS LP 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 615.52 58555 HUM01 HUMANA INSURANCE CO. 05/09/2022 Regular 0.00 5,912.73 58556 **Void** 05/09/2022 Regular 0.00 0.00 58557
UNU0O UNUM LIFE INSURANCE CO. 05/09/2022 Regular 0.00 247.35 58558 **Void** 05/09/2022 Regular 0.00 0.00 58559
INT14 INTERSTATE GAS SERVICES, INC. 05/11/2022 Regular 0.00 1,267.00 58560 LOP21 Maria Lopez 05/11/2022 Regular 0.00 244.30 58561
ROD26 Juan E. Rodriguez 05/12/2022 Regular 0.00 1,206.00 58562 FER02 MICHELLE FERNANDEZ 05/12/2022 Regular 0.00 309.02 58563 NEWOZ NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE 05/12/2022 Regular 0.00 152.00 58564 MAY01 Oscar Maya 05/12/2022 Regular 0.00 894.06 58565
BCТ01 BCT CONSULTING, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,210.00 58566 CEN13 CENTRAL VALLEY SWEEPING 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 7,550.00 58567 ENEOO CHOICE PARTNERS, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,591.00 58568 CIN01 CINTAS CORPORATION NO. 2 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 584.19 58569 COMOS COMCAST 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,263.36 58570
DELOO DE LAGE LANDEN FINANCIAL 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 304.04 58571 DIA11 DIAMOND COMMUNICATIONS 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 270.00 58572 GON12 Efrain Gonzalez 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,493.78 58573 GO002 GOODSUITE 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,654.35 58574
HEA01 HEALTHWISE SERVICES, LLC 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 460.00 58575 P.G01 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,875.67 58576 SOCOO SOCIAL VOCATIONAL SERVICES 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 4,575.00 58577 BELO3 ALMA M. BELTRAN 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 220.00 58578 BRE14 BRENNTAG PACIFIC, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,003.88 58579 CAL19 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 25.00 58580 CINO2 CINTAS CORPORATION NO. 2 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 598.73 58581 COMO& COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 175.00 58582 COUOS COUNTRY TIRE & WHEEL, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,332.45 58583 EINO1 EINSTEiN SERVICES, LLC 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 500.95 58584 EWI01 EWING IRRIGATION PRODUCTS 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 299.42 58585 JUAN CARLOS ALEMAN TORRES 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 14,300.00 58586 KINO5 KINGS RIVER CASTING, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 28,521.88 58587 KOE01 KOEFRAN INDUSTRIES, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 195.00 58588 PARIU PARLIER UNIFIED 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 5,003.05 58589 PDEOO POWER DESIGN ELECTRIC, INC 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 241,100.50 58590 QUI02 QUILL CORPORATION 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 303.34 58591 RIPO1 REEDLEY IRRIGATION & SUPP 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 263.05 58592 RHO01 RHODES INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 740.55 58593
SECO2 SECURITY BENEFITS RETIREMENT PLAN 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,835.50 58594 SOU07 SOUTH COUNTY VETERINARY H 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 73.85 58595 TEROZ TERRA WEST CONSTRUCTION INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 396,202.25 58596 5/16/2022 3:33:42 PM Page 1 of 3
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number UNI05 UNITY IT 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,533.10 58597
Bank Code APBNK Summary
Payable Payment
Payment Type Count Count Discount Payment
Regular Checks 83 48 0.00 744,031.25
Manual Checks 0 0.00 0.00
Voided Checks 4 0.00 0.00
Bank Drafts 0.00 0.00
EFT's 0.00 0.00
83 52 0.00 744,031.25
5/16/2022 3:33:42 PM Page 2 of 3
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
All Bank Codes Check Summary
Payable Payment
Payment Type Count Count Discount Payment
Regular Checks 83 48 0.00 744,031.25
Manual Checks 0 0.00 0.00
Voided Checks 0 0.00 0.00
Bank Drafts 0 0.00 0.00
EFT's 0.00 0.00
83 52 0.00 744,031.25
Fund Summary
Fund Name Perlod Amount
999 POOL FUND 5/2022 744,031.25
744,031.25
5/16/2022 3:33:42 PM Page 3 of 3
Check Report
CITY OF PARLIER By Check Number
Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Bank Code: APBNK-APBNK
ADT01 ADT SECURITY SERVICES 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 1,319.93 58546 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 401559711-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 PW SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 438.73 400-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ PW SECURITY SVCS 5/22 438.73 401966975-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 WWTP SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 206.25 401-5600-5520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WWTP SECURITY SVCS 5/22 206.25 402675472-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 CH SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 52.07 100-5620-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ CH SECURITY SVCS 5/22 52.07 402676105-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 GD SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 52.07 100-5620-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ GD SECURITY SVCS 5/22 52.07 102676106-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 TC SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 47.07 100-5620-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ TC SECURITY SVCS 5/22 47.07 402676109-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 CC2 SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 52.07 100-5620-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ CC2 SECURITY SVCS 5/22 52.07 102676130-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 SC SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 122.18 100-5615-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ SC SECURITY SVCS 5/22 122.18 402676111-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 CCA SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 52.07 100-5618-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CCA SECURITY SVCS 5/22 52.07 402676112-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 PA SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 52.07 269-5303-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ PA SECURITY SVCS 5/22 52.07 402676113-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 CC1 SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 52.07 100-5620-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ CC1 SECURITY SVCS 5/22 $2.07 402676456-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 PPR SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 47.07 100-5616-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PPR SECURITY SVCS 5/22 47.07 402676458-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 PSR SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 47.07 100-5616-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PSR SECURITY SVCS 5/22 47.07 402676461-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 CC SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 52.07 100-5617-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ CC SECURITY SVCS 5/22 52.07 402829128-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 CCB SECURITY SVCS 5/22 0.00 47.07 100-5618-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CCB SECURITY SVCS 5/22 47.07 ASI01 ASI 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 1,397.50 58547
5/16/2022 3:34:21 PM Page 1 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount A1023886 Invoice 05/04/2022 HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 0.00 1,397.50 100-5200-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 102.27 100-5400-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 340.80 100-5617-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 34.09 100-5620-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 34.09 102-5400-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 68.16 269-6303-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 374.99 279-5400-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 34.08 281-5420-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 34.09 292-5400-6520 PROFESIONAL SERVICES HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 34.09 400-5300-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 68.18 400-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 102.24 401-5300-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 68.18 401-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES HRA ADMIN FEES 5/22 102.24 AUG01 AUGUSTINE, BERTHA E. 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 600.00 58548 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 05/04/22 Invoice 05/04/2022 PD REFRIGERATOR 0.00 600.00 100-5400-6002 PARTS SUPPLIES PD REFRIGERATOR 600.00
HDLO1 HDL COREN & CONE 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 4,050.00 58549 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount SIN014440 Invoice 05/04/2022 PROPERTY TAX 1Q. 2022 0.00 2,025.00 100-5200-6542 CONTRACT SERVICES PROPERTY TAX 10 2022 1,012.50 602-8100-6542 CONTRACT SERVICES PROPERTY TAXES 10. 2022 1,012.50 SIN016492 Invoice 05/04/2022 PROPERTY TAX 20.2022 0.00 2,025.00 100-5200-6542 CONTRACT SERVICES PROPERTY TAX 2Q2022 1,012.50 602-8100-6542 CONTRACT SERVICES PROPERTY TAX 20.2022 1,012.50 METO2 METLIFE - GROUP BENEFITS 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 619.61 58550 5/16/2022 3:34:21 PM Page 2 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount IS05946702.5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 LONG TERM DIS 5/22 0.00 619.61 100-5200-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 14.78
100-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 3.03
100-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 239.60 100-5410-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 9.46
100-5420-5014 CE LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 7.96 100-5610-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 4.21
100-5617-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 6.53
100-5620-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 6.53
100-5700-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 16.09
102-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 11.81
160-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 15.88
203-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 7.02
206-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 7.69
213-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 4,73
269-6303-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 84.52
279-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 12.10
292-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD/STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 17.67
400-5200-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 14.78
400-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 23.24
400-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 29.80
101-5200-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 12.67
101-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 23.24
401-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 25.64
402-5300-5014 LIFE,LTD &STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 13.28
402-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 3.44
602-8100-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD LONG TERM DIS 5/22 3.61
**Void**. 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 0.00 58551
RSGO1 RSG, INC. 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 337.50 58552
Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 1008645 Invoice 05/04/2022 SUCCESSOR AG SVCS 3/22. 0.00 337.50 602-8100-6542 CONTRACT SERVICES SUCCESSOR AG SVCS 3/22 236.25 602-8100-6542 CONTRACT SERVICES 20/21 ANNUAL REPORTS 101.25 STA1B STANDARD INSURANCE CO. 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 2,799.84 58553 5/16/2022 3:34:21 PM Page 3 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 640476-5-22 Invoice 05/04/2022 SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 0.00 2,799.84 100-5200-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 85.12
100-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 13.93
100-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 942.65 100-5410-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 43.54
100-5420-5014 CE LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 -36.63 100-5610-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 19.37
100-5617-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 30.07
100-5620-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 30.07
100-5700-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 74.05
102-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 54.37
160-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 117.74 203-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 32.32
206-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 35.39
213-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 21.77
269-6303-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 389.11 279-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 57.07
292-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD/STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 88.94
400-5200-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 85.12
400-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 179.14 400-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 137.15 401-5200-5014 LIFE,LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 72.96
101-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 111.27 401-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 118.03 402-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD &STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 63.58
402-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 15.85
602-8100-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SURVIVOR LIFE 5/22 17.86
**Void** 05/04/2022 Regular 0.00 0.00 58554
TCM01 TCM INVESTMENTS LP 05/04/2022 Regular 615.52 58555 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 161742 Invoice 05/04/2022 FLDNG MCHN LEASE 5/22 0.00 615.52 400-5300-6541 LEASE CONTRACTS FLDNG MCHN LEASE 5/22 246.20 401-5300-6541 LEASE CONTRACTORS FLDNG MCHN LEASE 5/22 246.20 402-5300-6542 CONTRACT SERVICES FLDNG MCHN LEASE 5/22 123.12 HUM01 HUMANA INSURANCE CO. 05/09/2022 Regular 0.00 5,912.73 58556 5/16/2022 3:34:71 PM Page 4 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 433030803 Invoice 05/09/2022 LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 0.00 5,912.73 100-22106 LIFE, LTD & STD PAYABLE LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 544.68 100-22194 EMPLOYEE DENTAL INS W LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 1,565.32 100-22195 EMPLOYEE VISION INS. W LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 207.48 100-5100-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 15.53 100-5200-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 82.78 100-5300-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 8.13 100-5400-5011 INSURANCE-MED, DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 1,192.78 100-5410-5011 INSURANCE-MED, DEN, V LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 33.18 100-5610-5011 INSURANCE-MED, DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 29.26 100-5617-5011 INSURANCE-MED, DEN VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 32.08 100-5620-5011 INSURANCE-MED-DEN,VI LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 32.08 100-5700-5011 INSURANCE-MED, DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 48.12 102-5400-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 150.99 160-5400-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 150.99 203-5600-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 42.45 206-5600-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 40.33 213-5600-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 40.33 269-6303-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 672.69 279-5400-5011 INSURANCE-MED, DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 114.88 292-5400-5011 INSURANCE MEDICAL/DE LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 110.70 400-5100-5011 INSURANCE, MED, DEN, V LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 15.53 400-5200-5011 INSURANCE MED, DEN, VI LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 82.78 400-5300-5011 INSURANCE- MED, DEN. V LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 97.76 400-5600-5011 INSURANCE- MED, DEN, V LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 196.47 401-5100-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN.VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 13.31 401-5200-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 70.95 401-5300-5011 INSURANCE-MED, DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 97.76 401-5600-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN, VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 147.73 402-5300-5011 INSURANCE-MED, DEN,VI LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 55.86 602-8100-5011 INSURANCE-MED,DEN,VIS LIFE, DENTAL & VISION 5-22 19.80 **void*• 05/09/2022 Regular 0.00 0.00 58557
UNUOO UNUM LIFE INSURANCE CO. 05/09/2022 Regular 0.00 247.35 58558 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 2609032-001-5-2 Invoice 05/09/2022 SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 0.00 247.35 100-5200-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 16.32 100-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 70.57 100-5410-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 2.22 100-5420-5014 CE LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 -1.12 100-5617-5017 LABILITY INSURANCE SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 3.93 100-5620-5017 LABILITY INSURANCE SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 3.93 100-5700-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 6.30 102-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 4.18 160-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 6.64 203-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 13.85 269-6303-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 36.81 279-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS.5-22 3.56
292-5400-5014 LIFE, LTD/STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 8.84
400-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 19.50 400-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 16.16 401-5300-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 19.50 401-5600-5014 LIFE, LTD & STD SHORT TERM DIS. 5-22 16.16 **Void** 05/09/2022 Regular 0.00 0.00 58559
INT14 INTERSTATE GAS SERVICES, INC. 05/11/2022 Regular 0.00 1,267.00 58560 5/16/2022 3:34:21 PM Page 5 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 7021644 Invoice 05/11/2022 SEWER BILLING 2/22 0.00 1,267.00 401-5300-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ SEWER BILLING 2/22 1,267.00 LOP21 Maria Lopez 05/11/2022 Regular 0.00 244.30 58561
Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 05/22/22 Invoice 05/11/2022 16 VACATION HOURS 0.00 244.30 100-5100-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE 16 VACATION HOURS 24.43
400-5300-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE 16 VACATION HOURS 85.50
401-5300-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE 16 VACATION HOURS 85.51
402-5300-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE 16 VACATION HOURS 48.86
ROD26 Jian E. Rodriguez 05/12/2022 Regular 0.00 1,206.00 58562 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 05/12/2022 Invoice 05/11/2022 04/23/2022 TO 05/06/2022 0.00 1,206.00 100-5400-6542 CONTRACT SERVICES 04/23/2022 TO 05/06/2022 1,206.00 FERO2 MICHELLE FERNANDEZ 05/12/202: Regular 0.00 309.02 58563 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Descriptiol Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 05/12/2022-MF Invoice 05/12/2022 PP 4/23/22-5/06/22 0.00 309.02 203-5600-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE PP 4/23/22-5/06/22 35.91 400-5600-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE PP 4/23/22-5/06/22 165.41 401-5600-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE PP 4/23/22-5/06/22 71.81 402-5600-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE PP 4/23/22-5/06/22 35.89 NEWOZ NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE 05/12/2022 Regular 0.00 152.00 58564 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Hem Description Distribution Amount 021927560-3-22 Invoice 05/11/2022 LIFE INSURANCE 3/22 0.00 76.00 100-22109 NEW YORK LIFE INSURAN LIFE INSURANCE 3/22 76.00 021922560-4-22 Invoice 05/11/2022 LIFE INSURANCE 4/22 0.00 76.00 100-22109 NEW YORK LIFE INSURAN LIFE INSURANCE 4/22 76.00 MAYO1 Oscar Maya 05/12/2022 Regular 0.00 894.06 58565
Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 05/12/2022 Invoice 05/12/2022 40 REGULAR HOURS 0.00 894.06 281-5420-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE 40 REGULAR HOURS 894.06
BCТ01 BCT CONSULTING, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,210.00 58566 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 05/13/2022 ALL FAC PHONE SVCS 5/22 0.00 1,210.00
230-05012022-33 Invoice
100-5200-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER CH - Admin =4 101.25 100-5400-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER Police Dept = 23 576.25 100-5615-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER Senior Center = 1 26.25 100-5700-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER CH - Comm Dev Dept=2 51.25 100-5700-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER Grants Dept = 3 76.25 269-5303-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER PAOE =6 151.25
400-5300-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA & PAG CH-Flnance=7 88.13
400-5600-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER PW Dept = 2 25.63
401-5300-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGE CH-Flnance=(7) 88.12
401-5600-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER PW Dept = (2) 25.62
CEN13 CENTRAL VALLEY SWEEPING 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 7,550.00 58567 5/16/2022 3:34:21 PM Page 600612
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 2022-001977 Invoice 05/13/2022 SWEEPING SVCS 4/22 0.00 7,550.00 200-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ SWEEPING SVCS 4/22 7,550.00 ENEDO CHOICE PARTNERS, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,591.00 58568 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 72550 Invoice 05/13/2022 ELEC ENERGY SVGS 3/22 0.00 2,591.00 101-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ELEC ENERGY SVGS 3/22 2,591.00 CIN01 CINTAS CORPORATION NO. 2 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 584.19 58569 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 1127721336 Invoice 05/13/2022 WK SVCS 4/27/22 0.00 201.48 100-5200-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WK SVCS 4/27/22 23.26 100-5617-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WK SVCS 4/27/22 37.06 400-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WKSVCS 4/27/22 70.58 401-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WK SVCS 4/27/22 70.58 1118417206 Invoice 05/13/2022 WKSVCS 5/4/22 0.00 188.51 100-5200-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WKSVCS 5/4/22 23.02 100-5617-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WK SVCS 5/4/22 36.81 400-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WK SVCS 5/4/22 64.34 401-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WK SVCS 5/4/22 64.34 4119121016 Invoice 05/13/2022 WK SVCS 5/11/22 0.00 194.20 100-5200-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WKSVCS 5/11/22 23.12 100-5617-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WK SVCS 5/11/22 36.92 400-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ WK SVCS 5/11/22 67.08 101-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WK SVCS 5/11/22 67.08 COMOS COMCAST 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,263.36 58570
Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 0230-5-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 CC2 DATA SVCS 5/22 0.00 93.69 100-5620-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER CC2 DATA SVCS 5/22 93.69 0248-5-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 CC DATA SVCS 5/22 0.00 93.69 100-5618-6510 TELEPHONE/ DATA CC DATA SVCS 5/22 93.69
0255-5-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 CC1 DATA SVCS 5/22 0.00 93.69 100-5620-5510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER CC1 DATA SVCS 5/22 93.69 0263-5-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 TC DATA SVCS 5/22 0.00 160.46 279-5700-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER TC DATA SVCS 5/22 160.46 1293-5-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 PA DATA SVCS 5/22 0.00 239.69 269-6303-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER PA DATA SVCS 5/22 239.69 1665-5-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 PD DATA SVCS 5/22 0.00 263.08 100-5400-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER PD DATA SVCS 5/22 263.08 1792-5-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 CH DATA SVCS 5/22 0.00 631.55 100-5620-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER CH DATA SVCS 5/22 631.55 1851-5:22 Invoice 05/13/2022 PW DATA SViCS 5/22 0.00 240.87 400-5600-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER PW DATA SVCS 5/27 240.87 9752-5-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 CH PD DATA SVCS 5/22 0.00 446.64 100-5400-6510 TELEPHONE/DATA/PAGER CH PD DATA SVCS5/22 446.64 DELOO DE LAGE LANDEN FINANCIAL 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 304.04 58571 5/16/2022 3:34:21 PM Page 7 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022-05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 76278672 Invoice 05/13/2022 COPY MCHN SVCS 5/22 0.00 304.04 100-5400-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 5/22 304.04 DIAI1 DIAMOND COMMUNICATIONS 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 270.00 58572 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 241826 Invoice 05/13/2022 PA FIRE ALARM SVCS 6/22 0.00 90.00 269-6303-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ PA FIRE ALARM SVCS 6/22 90.00 241827 Invoice 05/13/2022 CC FIRE ALARM SVCS 6/22 0.00 90.00 100-5618-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CC FIRE ALARM SVCS 6/22 90.00 241828 Invoice 05/13/2022 SC FIRE ALARM SVCS 6/22 0.00 90.00 100-5615-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ SC FIRE ALARM SVCS 6/22 90.00 GON12 Efrain Gonzalez 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,493.78 58573 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 05/16/2022 Invoice 05/16/2022 FINAL PAYCHECK 0.00 1,493.78 100-5400-5000 SALARIES EXPENSE FINAL PAYCHECK 1,493.78
GO002 GOODSUITE 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,654.35 58574
Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount INV152432 Invoice 05/13/2022 COPY MCHN SUPPLIES 0.00 11.00 100-5400-6002 PARTS SUPPLIES COPY MCHN SUPPLIES 11.00
INV152498 Invoice 05/13/2022 COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 0.00 1,643.35 100-5200-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 74.67 100-5400-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 308.00 100-5700-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 38.67 100-5700-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 26.67 269-6303-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 45.00 400-5300-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 291.50 100-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 283.17 401-5300-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 291.50 401-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES COPY MCHN SVCS 4/22 283.17 HEA01 HEALTHWISE SERVICES, LLC 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 460.00 58575 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 0000120015 Invoice 05/13/2022 SHARPS SVCS 4/22 0.00 460.00 100-5200-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ SHARPS SVCS 4/22 230.00 100-5615-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ SHARPS SVCS 4/22 230.00 P.G01 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,875.67 58576 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 08083-7-1-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 MILTON ELEC SVCS 4/22 0.00 23.37 200-5600-6512 ELECTRICITY MILTON ELEC SVCS 4/22 23.37
19391-1-4-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 HP ELEC SVCS 4/22 0.00 1,459.68 100-5610-6512 ELECTRICITY HP ELEC SVCS 4/22 1,459.68
80272-9-4-22 Invoice 05/13/2022 CC ELEC SVCS 4/22 0.00 1,392.62 100-5618-6512 ELECTRICITY CC ELEC SVCS 4/22 1,392.62
SOCOO SOCIAL VOCATIONAL SERVICES 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 4,575.00 58577 5/16/2022 3:34:21 PM Page 8 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 36D2213-IN Invoice 05/13/2022 LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 0.00 4,575.00 100-5400-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPESVCS 4/22 457.50 100-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 457.50 100-5610-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 457.50 100-5615-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 457.50 100-5620-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 457.50 203-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 457.50 204-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 457.50 213-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 915.00 269-6303-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ LANDSCAPE SVCS 4/22 457.50 BELO3 ALMA M. BELTRAN 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 220.00 58578 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 04/20/22 Invoice 05/05/2022 MEETING #18 MEASURE C 0.00 110.00 100-5100-6503 TRAVEL, MEETINGS & TR MEETING #18 MEASURE C 110.00 04/27122 Invoice 05/05/2022 MEETING #19 MEASURE C 0.00 110.00 100-5100-6503 TRAVEL, MEETINGS & TR MEETING #19 MEASURE C 110.00 BRE14 BRENNTAG PACIFIC, INC. 05/16/2022 1,003.88 58579
Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount BP1236843 Invoice 05/02/2022 WELL 9A CHLORINE 1,003.88
100-5600-6002 PARTS & SUPPLIES WELL 9A CHLORINE 1,003.88 CAL19 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH 05/16/2022 25.00 58580 Payable # Payable Type Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 130455 MW 202 Invoice AN REGISTRATION FEE 2022
100-5200-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ AN REGISTRATION FEE 2022 CINO2 CINTAS CORPORATION NO. 2 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 598.73 58581 Payable # • Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 5105687403 Invoice 05/09/2022 FIRST AID SUPPLIES 0.00 120.45 400-5600-6002 PARTS & SUPPLIES EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 5/22 120.45 5105687433 Invoice 05/05/2022 FIRST AID SUPPLIES 0.00 478.28 100-5400-6005 SAFETY EQUIPMENT FIRST AID SUPPLIES 478.28 COM08 COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 175.00 58582 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 1853 Invoice 05/05/2022 BLOOD DRAWS 0.00 175.00
100-5400-6544 LAB ANALYSIS & TESTING BLOOD DRAWS 175.00 COUOS COUNTRY TIRE & WHEEL, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,332.45 58583 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 3102174 Invoice 05/04/2022 PD TIRES 0.00 2,332.45
100-5400-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/ PD TIRES 2,332.45
EINO1 EINSTEIN SERVICES, LC 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 500.95 58584 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount INX-000035 Invoice 05/05/2022 OUTFITTING EQUIPMENT 0.00 500.95 102-5400-6001 OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES OUTFITTING EQUIPMENT 500.95 EWI01 EWING IRRIGATION PRODUCTS 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 299.42 58585 5/16/2022 3:34:21 PM Page 9 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 16624533 05/02/2022 SPLASH PAD VALVES
100-5610-6002 PARTS & SUPPLIES SPLASH PAD VALVES
CAMOG JUAN CARLOS ALEMAN TORRES 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 14,300.00 58586 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Arount Number, Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 121 invoice 05/05/2022 687 TUOLUMNE ST - ELECTRICAL 0.00 14,300.00 255-5700-6545 CONTRACTORS 687 TUOLUMNE ST - ELECTRICA 14,300.00 KINO5 KINGS RIVER CASTING, INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 28,521.88 58587 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 37108 Invoice 05/13/2022 DT BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT 0.00 28,521.88 250-5700-7006 DOWNTOWN BEAUTIFICA DT BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT 28,521.88 KOE01 KOEFRAN INDUSTRIES, INC. 195.00 58588
Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 0000510039 05/05/2022 ANIMAL DISPOSAL
100-5410-6021 ANIMAL DISPOSAL ANIMAL DISPOSAL
PARIU PARLIER UNIFIED 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 5,003.05 58589 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 220034 Invoice 05/05/2022 PD VEHICLE FUEL 3/22 0.00 5,003.05 100-5400-6001 OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES PD VEHICLE FUEL 3/22 5,003.05 PDEOO POWER DESIGN ELECTRIC, INC 05/16/2022 Regular 241,100.50 58590 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 3953 Invoice 05/13/2022 ER GEN PROJECT 3/22 0.00 29,378.75 283-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ER GEN PROJECT 3/22 29,378.75 3960 Invoice 05/13/2022 ER GEN PROJECT 4/22 0.00 211,721,75 283-5600-6520 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ER GEN PROJECT 4/22 211,721.75 QUIO2 QUILL CORPORATION 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 303.34 58591 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 24621461 Invoice 05/05/2022 'SUPPLIES- QUILL 0.00 303.34 400-5300-5000 OFFICE SUPPLIES - FIN SUPPLIES-QUILL 151.66 401-5300-6000 OFFICE SUPPLIES SUPPLIES-QUILL 151,68
RIPO1 REEDLEY IRRIGATION & SUPP 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 263.05 58592 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount RIS-POSO238049 Invoice 05/02/2022 PARK PARTS 0.00 111.13 100-5610-6002 PARTS & SUPPLIES PARK PARTS 111.13
RIS-POS03-16434 Invoice 05/09/2022 PARK PARTS 0.00 151.92 100-5610-6002 PARTS & SUPPLIES PARK PARTS 151.92
RH001 RHODES INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 740.55 58593
Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 34268 Invoice 05/09/2022 DIESEL 0.00 740.55
400-5600-5011 FUEL DIESEL 740.55
SECO2 SECURITY BENEFITS RETIREMENT PLAN 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 1,835.50 58594 5/16/2022 3:34:71 PM Page 10 of 12
Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Poist Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 801502000-4-27 Invoice 05/09/2022 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 4/22 0.00 917.75 100-5200-5024 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 4/22 734.20 100-5300-5024 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 4/22 183.55 B01502000-5-22 invoice 05/10/2022 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 5/22 0.00 917.75 100-5200-5024 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 5/22 734.20 100-5300-5024 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 5/22 183.55 SOU07 SOUTH COUNTY VETERINARY H 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 73.85 58595 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 259851 Invoice 05/09/2022 ANIMAL DISPOSAL 0.00 73.85
100-5410-6013 ANIMAL COSTS (K-9) ANIMAL DISPOSAL 73.85
TERO7 TERRA WEST CONSTRUCTION INC. 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 396,202.25 58596 Payable# Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 21-013-01 Invoice 05/13/2022 MANNING AVE SIDEWALKS 0.00 396,202.25 226-5600-7019 CMAQ. MANNING AVE. SI MANNING AVE SIDEWALKS 396,202.25 UNI05 • UNITY IT 05/16/2022 Regular 0.00 2,533.10 58597 Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Account Number Account Name Item Description Distribution Amount 363833 Invoice 05/13/2022 IT SVCS 3/22 0.00 2,533.10
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EFT's 0 0.00 0.00
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Check Report Date Range: 05/03/2022 - 05/16/2022
All Bank Codes Check Summary
Payable Payment
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Manual Checks 0 0.00 0.00
Voided Checks 4 0.00 0.00
Bank Drafts 0 0.00 0.00
EFT's 0 0.00 0.00
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999 POOL FUND 5/2022 744,031.25
744,031.25
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OF AGENDA ITEM: #2
PARLIE
MEETING DATE: May 19, 2022
DEPARTMENT: Community Development -
Planning

REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:

City Council to Consider adoption of a mitigated negative declaration and determination of whether to carry out the City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopts Resolution No. 2022-XX, adopting a mitigated negative declaration and determining to carry out the project.

BACKGROUND:

The City, via the Council for Watershed Health, a nonprofit organization, has received funding from the State Water Resources Control Board's Proposition 1 program to fund environmental review and preliminary design of a storm drainage and recharge project.

PROPOSAL & DISCUSSION:

The Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project is a capital improvement project that proposes to convert seven (7) existing stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins and connect those basins and an additional basin - eight basins total - to Consolidated Irrigation District (CID) facilities (open canals and buried pipelines) with approximately 7,800 linear feet (If) of underground 48" diameter pipelines along with associated turnouts, pump stations, and metering facilities. The area of potential effect (APE) is approximately 22 acres.

The following is a list of the seven basins and their approximate acreages along with the names of the CID facilities they would connect to:

1. Foothill Basin - 3.8 acres - Kingsburg Branch

2. Veterans Park Basin - 2.24 acres - Santa Fe Canal

3. Milton Basin - 3.34 acres - Kingsburg Branch

4. Industrial Basin - 3.1 acres - Kingsburg Branch

5. Tuolumne Basin - 3.99 acres - Santa Fe Canal

6. Avila Basin - 1.42 acres - Harp Ditch

7. Manning Basin - 1.51 acres - Harp Ditch
The Richard Flores Basin (not listed above) is being improved as a separate project funded by the Proposition 68 Urban Flood Protection Grant Program; however, a new underground pipeline connection from the CID Harp Ditch to the Richard Flores Basin will be designed and constructed as part of this project.

Per the existing 2019 agreement between CID and the South Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency, of which the City is a member, water may be delivered at the sole discretion of CID to the City for use as groundwater recharge for a fee. The agreement disregards the City's available basin capacity to receive the water. If water cannot be stored and used for recharge purposes, the City is still obligated to pay for the water offered and CID will consider it as "reject water" and count towards its annual delivered surface water. The agreement outlines time, volume, and cost for water deliveries. An agreement is not in place between CID and the City that would allow stormwater discharges into CID facilities. The agreement dated November 10, 2010, discusses the limitations of such discharges and permission onto via existing connections (not new connections.) No water rights issues or conflicts between water users are anticipated.

Environmental
This proposal qualifies as a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is an activity directly carried out by a public agency. An Initial Study (IS) was prepared to analyze the potential for significant environmental effects that could result from the project. Based on the results of the IS, a preliminary determination was made that, with mitigation incorporated, the project would result in less than significant environmental effects and that adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) would be appropriate. The combined IS/MND was circulated through the State Clearinghouse for a 30-day period running from March 18, 2022 through April 18, 2022. No comments were received.

FISCAL IMPACT:

IF the City Council adopts the IS/MND and decides to carry out the project, the City will be responsible for payment of a CEQA filing fee in the amount of $2,598.00 upon filing the notice of determination with the County Clerk. This filing must occur within five business days of Council action.

Prepared by: Approved by:

Jeffrey O'Neal, AICP
City Planner
Attachments:
• Resolution including site plan, floor plan, and elevations TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: APPROVED DENIED NO ACTION Consent Public Hearing
Info Item Matter Initiated by a Council Member
_ Action Item Other
..Department Report Continued to:

Redevelopment Agency
Print Form
Notice of Determination Appendix D
El office of Planning and Research Fublic Agency: City of Parlier U.S. Mail: Street Address: Address: 1100 E Parlier Ave
Parlier, CA 93648
P.O. Box 3044 1400 Tenth St., Rm 113
Sacramento, CA 95812-3044 Sacramento, CA 95814 Contact: Sonia Hall, City Manager Phone: (559) 646-3545
County Clerk
County of: Fresno Lead Agency (if different from above):

Address: 2221 Kern Street City of Parlier
Fresno, CA 93721 Address: 1100 E Partier Ave
Parlier, CA 93648
Contact: Sonia Hall, City Manager
Phone: (559) 646-3545
SUBJECT: Filing of Notice of Determination in compliance with Section 21108 or 21152 of the Public Resources Code.

State Clearinghouse Number (if submitted to State Clearinghouse): 2022010608 Project Title: City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Project Applicant: City of Parlier
Project Location (include county): City of Parlier, Fresno County Project Description:

The Project is a capital improvement project that proposes to design and construct/convert seven existing stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins and connecting these basins and an additional basin (Richard Flores) - eight basins total - to Consolidated Irrigation District (CID) facilities (using open canals and buried pipelines) with approximately 7,800 linear feet (If) of buried 48" diameter pipelines, associated turnouts, pump stations, and metering facilities.

This is to advise that the City of Parlier has approved the above • Lead Agency or [ Responsible Agency)
described project on May 19, 2022 and has made the following determinations regarding the above (date)
described project.

1. The project [L will • will not] have a significant effect on the environment.

2.L An Environmental Impact Report was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA. • A Negative Declaration was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.

3. Mitigation measures [L were L were not] made a condition of the approval of the project.

4. A mitigation reporting or monitoring plan [L] was [was not] adopted for this project.

5. A statement of Overriding Considerations [• was • was not] adopted for this project.

6. Findings [D] were • were not] made pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.

This is to certify that the final EIR with comments and responses and record of project approval, or the negative Declaration, is available to the General Public at:
1100 E Parlier Ave, Parlier, CA 93648
Signature (Public Agency): _ Title: City Manager
Date: May 19, 2022 - Date Received for filing at OPR:

Authority cited: Sections 21083, Public Resources Code.

Reference Section 21000-21174, Public Resources Code. Revised 2011 OF PAR
0 1876 • INCORPORANY

CITY OF PARLIER FLOOD CONTROL AND

GROUNDWATER BANKING PROJECT

FINAL INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE

DECLARATION
MAY 2022
SCH NO. 2022010608
PREPARED FOR:

PROP 1

COUNCIL FOR

WATERSHED
GOVERNOR EDMUND G. BROWN, JR Water Boards
HEALTH WATER BOND 2014

BELASILE ATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOA

GIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOAR
700 Alameda Street, Unit 8
Los Angeles, CA 90012
This document was funded through a State Water Resources Control Board Proposition 1 Storm Water Technical Assistance Funding Program grant
PREPARED BY:

Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group
EST. 1968

PROVOST&

PRITCHARD

CONSULTING GROUP
Table of Contents
City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Introduction. ..1-1

1.1 Regulatory Information .... ..1-1

1.2 Document Format... …1-1

1.2.1 "CEQA-Plus" Assessment.. ..1-2
Chapter 2 Project Description ..2-1

2.1 Project Background ...2-1

2.1.1 Project Title.. ..2-1

2.1.2 Lead Agency Name and Address... . 2-1

2.1.3 Contact Person and Phone Number.... .......2-1

2.1.4 Project Location ..... ...2-1

2.1.5 General Plan Designation and Zoning ....2-2

2.1.6 Description of Project ..... ...2-2

2.1.7 Site and Surrounding Land Uses and Setting..... .....2-4

2.1.8 Other Public Agencies Whose Approval May Be Required ...2-4

2.1.9 Consultation with California Native American Tribes.. ...2-4 Chapter 3 Determination ...3-1

3.1 Potential Environmental Impacts ... ..3-1

3.2 Determination .3-2
Chapter 4 Environmental Impact Analysis ...4-1

4.1 Aesthetics ...4-1

4.1.1 Baseline Conditions. ...4-1

4.1.2 Impact Analysis.. 4-2

4.2 Agriculture and Forestry Resources ...... ....4-3

4.2.1 Baseline Conditions. .4-3

4.2.2 Impact Analysis .4-5

4.3 Air Quality. ...4-7

4.3.1 Baseline Conditions... ...4-7

4.3.2 Thresholds. 4-10

4.3.3 Impact Analysis ...4-12

4.4 Biological Resources... ...4-13

4.4.1 Baseline Conditions.. ..4-13

4.4.2 Applicable Regulations.... 4-23

4.4.3 Impact Analysis 4-26
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4.4.4 Mitigation .4-29

4.5 Cultural Resources .4-31

4.5.1 Baseline Conditions. 4-31

4.5.2 Impact Analysis .4-35

4.5.3 Mitigation ..4-36

4.6 Energy.. ..4-37

4.6.1 Baseline Conditions.. 4-37

4.6.2 Impact Analysis .4-37

4.7 Geology and Soils .4-38

4.7.1 Baseline Conditions .4-38

4.7.2 Impact Analysis.. ..4-40

4.8 Greenhouse Gas Emissions... ...4-43

4.8.1 Environmental Setting..... ...4-43

4.8.2 impact Analysis 4-44

4.9 Hazards and Hazardous Materials. .4-46

4.9.1 Baseline Conditions .4-46

4.9.2 Impact Analysis 4-47

4.10 Hydrology and Water Quality ..4-49

4.10.1 Baseline Conditions .4-49

4.10.2 Impact Analysis .4-50

4.12 Land Use and Planning 4-53

4.12.1 Baseline Conditions. ..4-53

4.12.2 Impact Analysis ... ...4-53

4.13 Mineral Resources .4-56

4.13.1 Baseline Conditions ..4-56

4.13.2 Impact Analysis ... .4-56

4.14 Noise.. .4-57

4.14.1 Baseline Conditions. 4-57

4.14.2 Impact Analysis .4-58

4.15 Population and Housing.. . 4-60

4.15.1 Baseline Conditions. 4-60

4.15.2 Impact Analysis. . 4-60

4.16 Public Services. ..4-61

4.16.1 Baseline Conditions.... .4-61

4.16.2 Impact Analysis .4-61.

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4.17 Recreation ..4-63

4.17.1 Baseline Conditions.... ..4-63

4.17.2 Impact Analysis ...4-63

4.18 Transportation. ..4-64

4.18.1 Baseline Conditions ..4-64

4.18.2 Impact Analysis. ..4-64

4.19 Tribal Cultural Resources ...4-66

4.19.1 Baseline Conditions..... ...4-66

4.19.2 Impact Assessment ..4-68

4.20 Utilities and Service Systems ...4-69

4.20.1 Baseline Conditions ..4-69

4.20.2 Impact Analysis. ...4-69

4.21 Wildfire.. ....4-71

4.21.1 Baseline Conditions... ....4-71

4.21.2 Impact Analysis.... 4-71

4.22 CEQA Mandatory Findings of Significance.... ..4-73

4.22.1 Statement of Findings .... ..4-73
Chapter 5 Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program ...5-1 Chapter 6 References ...6-1

LIST OF APPENDICES
Appendix A: CalEEMod Output Files. ....A-1
Appendix B: Biological Evaluation ... ......B-1
Appendix C: Cultural Resources Class III Inventory/Phase | Survey. ....C-1

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 2-1: Regional Location Map..... ....2-6
Figure 2-2: Area of Potential Effect Map.... ...2-1
Figure 2-3: Topographic Quadrangle Map ....2-1
Figure 4-1: Farmland Designation Map .. ....4-6
Figure 4-2: Existing Stormwater Basin 4-15
Figure 4-3: Existing Stormwater Basin. 4-15
Figure 4-4: Centerville-Kingsburg Canal (P-10-005812) at location of Foothill Basin pipeline tie-in... 4-32 Figure 4-5: Centerville-Kingsburg Canal (P-10-005812) at location of Milton Basin pipeline tie-in... . 4-32 Figure 4-6: Centerville-Kingsburg Canal (P-10-005812) at location of Industrial Basin pipeline tie-in.....4-33 Figure 4-7: Former location of BNSF Rail Road (P-10-004675) within the northeast pipeline APE...

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Figure 4-9: General Plan Land Use Designation Map .. 4-54 Figure 4-10: Zone District Map .4-55

LIST OF TABLES
Table 2-1: Assessor's Parcel Numbers.... ..2-1
Table 2-2: Existing Uses, General Plan Designation, & Zone Districts of Surrounding Properties ..2-4 Table 4-1: Aesthetics Impacts... ...4-1
Table 4-2: Agriculture and Forest Impacts ..4-3
Table 4-3: Air Quality Impacts ... ...4-7
Table 4-4: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Summary.. ...4-8 Table 4-5: Summary of Ambient Air Quality Standards and Attainment Designation ...4-9 Table 4-6: Summary of Ambient Air Quality Standards and Attainment Designation.. .4-11 Table 4-7: Unmitigated Short-Term Construction-Generated Emissions of Criteria Air Pollutants... .4-12 Table 4-8: Biological Resources Impacts.. .4-13
Table 4-9: List of Special Status Animals with Potential to Occur Onsite and/or in the Vicinity .4-16 Table 4-10: List of Special Status Plants with Potential to Occur Onsite and/or in the Vicinity. .4-21 Table 4-11: Cultural Resources Impacts .4-31
Table 4-12: Survey Reports within the APE . 4-35
Table 4-13: Cultural Resources within Project APE ....4-35 Table 4-14: Energy Impacts... .4-37
Table 4-15: Geology and Soils Impacts... ....4-38
Table 4-16: Soils of the Area of Potential Effect. ....4-39 Table 4-17: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Impacts .. 4-43
Table 4-18 Hazards and Hazardous Materials Impacts . 4-46 Table 4-19: Hydrology and Water Quality Impacts... ...4-49 Table 4-20: Land Use and Planning Impacts... .4-53
Table 4-21: Mineral Resources Impacts. ...4-56
Table 4-22: Noise Impacts.. .4-57
Table 4-23: Construction Equipment Noise Emissions Levels .. ...4-57 Table 4-24: Population and Housing Impacts.... .4-60
Table 4-25: Public Services... 4-61
Table 4-26: Recreation Impacts.. .4-63
Table 4-27: Transportation Impacts 4-64
Table 4-28: Tribal Cultural Resources Impacts ... 4-66
Table 4-29: Utilities and Service Systems Impacts.. 4-69 Table 4-30: Wildfire Impacts .. 4-71
Table 4-31: CEQA Mandatory Findings of Significance..... 4-73 Table 5-1: Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program. ...5-2 May 2022 iv
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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
AB Assembly Bill
ALUCP.. Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan
APE Area of Potential Effect
BMP . Best Management Practices
CalEEMod California Emissions Estimator Modeling (software) CARB. .. California Air Resources Board
CCAA. California Clean Air Act
CDFW.. California Fish and Wildlife
CEQA ..California Environmental Quality Act
CGS •California Geological Survey
CHA Methane
CHRIS. California Historical Resources Information System CID Consolidated Irrgiation District
City City of Parlier
CNDDB .. California Natural Diversity Database
CNPS. ..California Native Plant Society
CO2 .. Carbon dioxide
County.. Fresno County
CRHR. California Register of Historical Resources
dBA A-weighted decibels
DOC Department of Conservation
DTSC .. Department of Toxic Substances Control
EIR ..Environmental Impact Report
EPA .. Environmental Protection Agency
ESA .... Environmental Site Assessment
FEMA.... .. Federal Emergency Management Agency
FMMP Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program
GHG ..Greenhouse Gas
GIS .. Geographic Information System
GSA Groundwater Sustainability Agency
GWP ..Global Warming Potential
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IS/MND • Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
If .linear feet
km .. kilometers
MMRP.. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
MND Mitigated Negative Declaration
MRZ Mineral Resource Zones
NAAQS ... National Ambient Air Quality Standards
NAHC ..... Native American Heritage Commission
ND ..Negative Declaration
NEPA National Environmental Policy Act
NOX Nitrogen oxides
NRCS. .... Natural Resources Conservation Service
NRHP National Register of Historic Piaces
. Ozone
PM10 particulate matter 10 microns in size
PM2.5 particulate matter 2.5 microns in size
ppb parts per billion
ppm ...parts per million
Project.. ...City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Reclamation. United States Bureau of Reclamation
RWQCB.. Regional Water Quality Control Board
SJVAB.. ... San Joaquin Valley Air Basin
SJVAPCD San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District 502 Sulfur Dioxide
SSJVIC. Southern San Joaquin Valley Information Center
SR State Route
SWPPP. .. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
SWRCB. State Water Resources Control Board
TAC ... Toxic Air Contaminants
USACE .... United States Army Corps of Engineers
USDA .. United States Department of Agriculture
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USGS. .... United States Geological Survey
ug/m3 ..micrograms per cubic meter
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Chapter 1: Introduction
City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group (Provost & Pritchard) has prepared this Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) on behalf of the City of Parlier to address the environmental effects of the City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project (Project). This document has been prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEGA), Public Resources Code Section 21000, et seq. The City is the CEQA lead agency for this Project.

The site and the Project are described in detail in Chapter 2 Project Description.

1.1 REGULATORY INFORMATION
An Initial Study (IS) is a document prepared by a lead agency to determine whether a project may have a significant effect on the environment. In accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 14 (Chapter 3, Section 15000, et seq.) -- also known as the CEQA Guidelines--Section 15064 (a)(1) states that an environmental impact report (EIR) must be prepared if there is substantial evidence in light of the whole record that the Project under review may have a significant effect on the environment and should be further analyzed to determine mitigation measures or project alternatives that might avoid or reduce project impacts to less than significant levels. A negative declaration (ND) may be prepared instead if the lead agency finds that there is no substantial evidence in light of the whole record that the project may have a significant effect on the environment. An ND is a written statement describing the reasons why a proposed Project, not otherwise exempt from CEQA, would not have a significant effect on the environment and, therefore, why it would not require the preparation of an EIR (CEQA Guidelines Section 15371). According to CEQA Guidelines Section 15070, a ND or mitigated ND shall be prepared for a project subject to CEQA when either:
a. The IS shows there is no substantial evidence, in light of the whole record before the agency, that the proposed Project may have a significant effect on the environment, or b. The IS identified potentially significant effects, but:

1. Revisions in the project plans or proposals made by or agreed to by the applicant before the proposed MND and IS is released for public review would avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur is prepared, and

2. There is no substantial evidence, in light of the whole record before the agency, that the proposed Project as revised may have a significant effect on the environment.

1.2 DOCUMENT FORMAT
This IS/MND contains six chapters. Chapter 1 Introduction, provides an overview of the Project and the CEQA process. Chapter 2 Project Description, provides a detailed description of proposed Project components and objectives. Chapter 3 Determination, the Lead Agency's determination based upon this initial evaluation. Chapter 4 Environmental Impact Analysis presents the CEA checklist and environmental analysis for all impact areas, mandatory findings of significance, and feasible mitigation measures. If the Project does not have the potential to significantly impact a given issue area, the relevant section provides a brief discussion of the reasons why no impacts are expected. If the Project could have a potentially significant impact on a resource, the issue area discussion provides a description of potential impacts, and appropriate mitigation measures and/or permit requirements that would reduce those impacts to a less than significant level. Chapter 5 Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program (MMRP), provides the May 2022 1-1
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project proposed mitigation measures, implementation timelines, and the entity/agency responsible for ensuring implementation. Chapter 6 References details the documents and reports this document relies upon to provide its analysis.

The Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Model, Biological Evaluation, and Cultural Resources Class Ill Inventory/Class I Survey Report are provided as technical Appendix A, Appendix B, and Appendix C, respectively, at the end of this document.

1.2.1 "CEQA-Plus" Assessment
The City is applying to the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) for financial assistance to implement the Project through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) and/or Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF). These programs are low interest financing programs partially funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) which delegates administration and oversight to the SWRCB, Division of Finance.

Because the financial assistance originates from the Federal government (USEPA, in this case), in addition to meeting the requirements of CEQA the Project is also subject to "federal cross-cutting authority" requirements of other federal laws and Executive Orders that apply in federal financial assistance programs, such as, in this case, the DWSRF and CWSRF (This process is frequently referred to as "CEQA-Plus".).

Therefore, the City must also complete certain studies and analyses to satisfy various federal environmental requirements. These federal cross-cutting analyses must be documented in the SWRCB-required "Environmental Package" 1. Once the CEQA document is adopted by the City, it is attached to the completed Environmental Package and submitted to the SWRCB. As the USEPA-designated, "non-federal" State agency representative responsible for consultation with appropriate federal agencies, the SWRCB will review materials for compliance with relevant federal cross-cutting topics. 1 Website:
https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/drinking_water/services/funding/documents/srf/dwsrf policy/h4 dwsrf applicati on const environmental.pdf. Accessed November 2021.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project CHAPTER 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1 PROJECT BACKGROUND

2.1.1 Project Title
City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project

2.1.2 Lead Agency Name and Address
City of Parlier
1100 E. Parlier Avenue
Parlier, CA 93648

2.1.3 Contact Person and Phone Number
Lead Agency Contact
Sonia Hall
City Manager
(559) 646-3545
CEQA Consultant
Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group
Briza Sholars, Environmental Project Manager
(559) 449-2700 x134

2.1.4 Project Location
The Project is located in Parlier, California, approximately 165 miles southeast of Sacramento and 83 miles northwest of Bakersfield (see Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2). The Project is located on the Assessor's Parcels listed in Table 2-1 below. The centroid of the Project area is 36° 36' 34.16" [N], 119° 32' 34.24" [W].

Table 2-1: Assessor's Parcel Numbers
Assessor's Parcel Numbers located within the Project APE 355-465-03 355-301-09 355-465-01 :355-041-04T 355-021-05T 355-341-09 355-192-13T 353-061-01 | 355-192-12 355-341-03 355-061-23 355-021-295 355-041-33 : 355-500-01 355-021-27 355-461-02 358-390-557 355-231-05T 355-341-07 358-041-38 355-461-04 355-461-01 355-341-05 355-353-08 | 355-041-07T 355-231-09 355-500-03 355-465-02 : 355-061-01 355-062-06 355-062-29 355-301-14 355-461-03 | 355-062-05 355-374-08T 355-231-06 355-041-14T 355-125-23ST : 355-375-01T 355-301-10 355-062-07 355-062-30 355-465-04 :355-031-39T 355-125-115 358-390-46T 353-061-46 355-231-07 355-301-12 355-375-02T 355-041-03T 358-041-45 355-231-15 355-301-15 358-390-25 May 2022 2-1
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Assessor's Parcel Numbers located within the Project APE 355-062-25 355-061-02 358-390-50T 355-301-11 355-031-20ST 355-031-38 355-021-315 358-390-60 358-390-56T 355-231-08 355-341-06 355-062-03 355-192-14ST 355-062-24 355-062-04 355-231-04 355-041-24T 355-341-04 355-500-02 355-301-08 353-061-45 355-061-24 355-062-02 355-341-08 355-301-13
358-390-41T
Note: Any APN crossed by the APE is listed in this table

2.1.5 General Plan Designation and Zoning
Project Area General Plan Designation Zoning District
ONSITE Ponding Basin, MLDR. Parks and OS, Light | R-1, P-F, O, R-2, M-1, R-3, C-4 Industrial, Public Facilities, MDR, Community (City)
Commercial (City) AE-20 (County)
Agriculture (County)
ADJACENT LANDS Various Various

2.1.6 Description of Project
Project Background and Purpose
In addition to improved stormwater management for flood control, this proposed project intends to improve and recharge the groundwater under the City of Parlier (City) to help mitigate the City's pumping for municipal water uses.

Project Description
The proposed Project is a capital improvement project that proposes to convert the seven (7) existing stormwater retention basins listed below into groundwater recharge basins and connect those basins and an additional basin - eight basins total - to Consolidated Irrigation District (CID) facilities (open canals and buried pipelines) with approximately 7,800 linear feet (If) of underground 48" diameter pipelines along with associated turnouts, pump stations, and metering facilities. The area of potential effect (APE) is approximately 22 acres.

The following is a list of all the basins with their approximate acreages and connecting CID facility:

1. Foothill Basin - 3.8 acres - Kingsburg Branch

2. Veterans Park Basin - 2.24 acres - Santa Fe Canal

3. Milton Basin - 3.34 acres - Kingsburg Branch

4. Industrial Basin - 3.1 acres - Kingsburg Branch

5. Tuolumne Basin - 3.99 acres - Santa Fe Canal

6. Avila Basin - 1.42 acres - Harp Ditch /

Following is a list of likely required land acquisition, easements, permits, and agreements needed to successfully implement the project.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Acquisition:

All but one of the basins are located on City-owned property. The Foothill basin, located in the northwest corner of the city, is the only basin not on City property; however, this was due to a map recordation error that the City and the landowner are currently in the process of resolving.

Easements:

In order to successfully connect all eight recharge basins to CID canals, the City will need to acquire several pipeline easements from private landowners, including the following:
• 350 linear feet (If) across APNs 353-061-01 or 353-061-46, depending on exact pipe alignment, for the Milton Basin connection from city limits to the Kingsburg Branch; • 1,300 If across APNs 358-390-56T, 358-390-25 and 358-390-60 for the Industrial Basin; • 140 If across APN 355-031-38 for the Tuolumne Basin;
• 200 If across APN 355-041-33 for the Manning Basin; and • 1,500 If across APN 355-021-27 and 355-021-315 for the Richard Flores Basin.

Permits:
• An encroachment permit from CID will be required for the new turnout structures and pipeline connections to their facilities.
• Construction General Permit through the State Waterboard-Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for construction if total acreage of ground disturbance is greater than five acres. If the project involves less than five acres a Low Erosivity Waiver can be filed in lieu of a SWPPP. • San Joaquin Air Pollution Control District may require the following permits:
• Air Impact Assessment (AIA) /Indirect Source Review (ISR) if the project exceeds the threshold of 9,000 square feet of "space not identified" in Section 2.1 • Dust Control Plan
Agreements:

Per the existing agreement dated August 28, 2019, between CID and the South Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency, of which the City is a member, water may be delivered at the sole discretion of CID to the City for use as groundwater recharge for a fee. The agreement disregards the City's available basin capacity to receive the water. if water cannot be stored and used for recharge purposes, the City is still obligated to pay for the water offered and CID will consider it as "reject water" and count towards its annual delivered surface water. The agreement outlines time, volume, and cost for water deliveries.

An agreement in not in place between CID and the City that would allow stormwater discharges into CID facilities. The agreement dated November 10, 2010, discusses the limitations of such discharges and permission onto via existing connections (not new connections.) No water rights issues or conflicts between water users are anticipated
Construction Schedule
Construction would occur over approximately seven months from May 2022 to November 2022. Generally, construction will occur between the hours of 7 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

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Construction equipment will likely include excavators, backhoes, graders, skid steers, loaders, and hauling trucks. Post-construction activities will include system testing, commissioning, and site clean-up.

Construction will require temporary staging and storage of materials and equipment. Staging areas will be located onsite.

Operation and Maintenance
Operation and Maintenance will be performed by the City of Parlier.

2.1.7 Site and Surrounding Land Uses and Setting
Table 2-2: Existing Uses, General Plan Designation, & Zone Districts of Surrounding Properties Direction from Project
Existing Use General Plan Designation Zone District
Site
NORTH Various uses typical within Various Various
and surrounding an urban
environment
EAST Various uses typical within Various Various
and surrounding an urban
environment
SOUTH Various uses typical within Various Various
and surrounding an urban
environment
WEST Various uses typical within Various Various
and surrounding an urban
environment

2.1.8 Other Public Agencies Whose Approval May Be Required Approvals and permits that could be required.
• State Water Resources Control Board - National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Construction General Permit, SWPPP if ground disturbance is greater than five acres. If the project involves less than five acres, then five acres a Low Erosivity Waiver can be filed in lieu of a SWPPP. • San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District - Rules and Regulations (Regulation VIII, Rule 9510), Dust Control Plan
• Consolidated Irrigation District - Encroachment Permit for the new turnout structures and pipeline connections to District facilities

2.1.9 Consultation with California Native American Tribes Public Resources Code Section 21080.3.1, et seq. (codification of AB 52, 2013-14)) requires that a lead agency, within 14 days of determining that it will undertake a project, must notify in writing any California Native American Tribe traditionally and culturally affiliated with the geographic area of the project if that ribe has previously requested notification about projects in that geographic area. The notice must briefl lescribe the project and inquire whether the Tribe wishes to initiate request formal consultation. Tribe have 30 days from receipt of notification to request formal consultation. The lead agency then has 30 days to initiate the consultation, which then continues until the parties come to an agreement regarding May 2022 2-4
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The City of Parlier has received written correspondence from the Santa Rosa Rancheria Tachi Yokut Tribe dated July 13, 2016, pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.3.1 requesting notification of proposed projects. On January 25, 2022, the City notified the Tribe of the proposed Project via certified mail. The Tribe did not respond with a request for formal consultation on the Project within the required period.

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Centerville
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Minkler
Sanger
Squaw
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Del Rey
Easton
Fowler
Orange
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3.1 POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
As indicated by the discussions of existing and baseline conditions, and impact analyses that follow in this Chapter, environmental factors not checked below would have no impacts or less than significant impacts resulting from the project. Environmental factors that are. checked below would have potentially significant impacts resulting from the project. Mitigation measures are recommended for each of the potentially significant impacts that would reduce the impact to less than significant. • Aesthetics • Agriculture and Forestry • Air Quality
Resources
Biological Resources Cultural Resources _ Energy
Geology/Soils Greenhouse Gas Emissions • Hazards and Hazardous Materials
Hydrology / Water Quality Land Use/Planning • Mineral Resources Noise Population/Housing • Public Services
• Recreation Transportation X Tribal Cultural Resources L Utilities and Service Systems Wildfire • Mandatory Findings of Significance
The analyses of environmental impacts in Chapter 4 Impact Analysis result in an impact statement, which shall have the following meanings.

Potentially Significant Impact. This category is applicable if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant, and no feasible mitigation measures can be identified to reduce impacts to a less than significant level. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required.

Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated. This category applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures would reduce an effect from a "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measure(s), and briefly explain how they would reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from earlier analyses may be cross-referenced).

Less than Significant Impact. This category is identified when the proposed Project would result in impacts below the threshold of significance, and no mitigation measures are required.

No Impact. This category applies when a project would not create an impact in the specific environmental issue area. "No Impact" answers do not require a detailed explanation if they are adequately supported by the information sources cited by the lead agency, which show that the impact does not apply to the specifio project (e.g. the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project-specific factors as well as general standards (e.g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project-specific screening analysis).

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3.2 DETERMINATION
On the basis of this initial evaluation (to be completed by the Lead Agency):
• I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.

I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because revisions in the project have been made by or agreed to by the project proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.

I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
i find that the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated" impact on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adressed by niceton maste ase of the enter analys as described on atached shes.

An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.

I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigateo pursuant to that earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project, nothing further is required Signature Date
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ANALYSIS

4.1 AESTHETICS
Table 4-1: Aesthetics Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Except as provided in Public Resources
Significant with Significant No Impact
Code Section 21099, would the project:

Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Have substantial adverse effect on a scenic
X
vista?
b) Substantially damage scenic resources,
including, but not limited to, trees, rock
X
outcroppings, and historic buildings within
a state scenic highway?
c) In non-urbanized areas, substantially
degrade the existing visual character or
quality of public views of the site and its
surroundings? (Public views are those that
are experienced from publicly accessible X
vantage point). If the project is in an
urbanized area, would the project conflict
with applicable zoning and other
regulations governing scenic quality?
d) Create a new source of substantial light or
glare which would adversely affect day or X
nighttime views in the area?

4.1.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project basin areas are located in the City of Parlier (City), approximately 16 miles southeast of the City of Fresno, in Fresno County, Ca. The vicinity of the Project is the City as a whole, as the proposed groundwater recharge basins are scattered throughout the community. Visual character in the vicinity of the Project sites is typical of any urbanized area with residential, commercial, industrial, and public facilities including, but not limited to, medical facilities, schools, and parks.

The City of Parlier General Plan does not identify any scenic vistas. The nearest scenic vista to the Project site would be the Sierra Nevada Mountains approximately 40 miles to the northeast. There are no designated scenic highways or scenic rivers located in the vicinity of the Project site.? The Project sites are relatively flat, with the nearest topographic relief being the Sierra Nevada foothills, ranging from approximately 10 to 20 miles from the Project site
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4.1.2 Impact Analysis
a) Have substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista?
No Impact. The Project would not have a substantial effect on a scenic vista. The Project areas are relatively flat, and the nearest topographic relief is approximately 10-20 miles northeast in the form of the Sierra Nevada foothills. The nearest scenic vista is the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range approximately 40 miles to the northeast. The mountains are not viewable from the Project area. In addition, the Project is located in and surrounded by an urbanized setting. Therefore, there would be no impact. b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway?
No Impact. The Project would convert the seven (7) existing stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins. The Project also includes connecting these basins, and an additional basin (that is not included in the Project), to Consolidated Irrigation District (CID) facilities with underground pipelines and associated turnouts, pump stations, and metering facilities. The Project would not substantialiy damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historical buildings within a state scenic highway. As mentioned above, the Project would not be located near a scenic highway or river. Therefore, there would be no impact. c) In non-urbanized areas, substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of public views of the site and its surroundings? (Public views are those that are experienced from publicly accessible vantage point). If the project is in an urbanized area, would the project conflict with applicable zoning and other regulations governing scenic quality?
No Impact. The Project site is located in an urbanized area and would not be in conflict with applicable zoning and other regulations. Therefore, there would be no impact. d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area?
No Impact. No artificial lighting is proposed to be on-site. Vehicular traffic to the site after the facility is constructed would be limited to as needed daytime maintenance trips. Therefore, the Project would not create a new source of substantial light or glare that would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area or be inconsistent with existing conditions. There would be no impact.

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4.2 AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY RESOURCES
Table 4-2: Agriculture and Forest Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland,
or Farmland of Statewide Importance
(Farmland), as shown on the maps
prepared pursuant to the Farmland
Mapping and Monitoring Program of the
California Resources Agency, to non-
agricultural use?
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural
use, or a Williamson Act contract?
c) Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause
rezoning of, forest land (as defined in
Public Resources Code section 12220(g)),
timberland (as defined by Public Resources •
Code section 4526), or timberland zoned
Timberland Production (as defined by
Government Code section 51104(g))?
d) Result in the loss of forest land or
conversion of forest land to non-forest • •
use?
e) Involve other changes in the existing
environment which, due to their location
or nature, could result in conversion of
L • X
Farmland, to non-agricultural use or
conversion of forest land to non-forest
use?

4.2.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project area is located almost entirely in the City of Parlier, with two pipeline locations that traverse into the County of Fresno. The Project area is generally an urban environment. Some portions of the Project are located adjacent to agricultural land either active or fallowed. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the United States Forest Service do not recognize the area or any land adjacent to the Project site as being a forest or timberland 3
Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program (FMMP): The FMMP produces maps and statistical data used for analyzing impacts to California's agricultural resources. Agricultural land is rated according to soil quality and irrigation status; the best quality land is called Prime Farmland. The maps are updated every two years with the use of a computer mapping system, aerial imagery, public review, and field reconnaissance.

The California DOC's 2012 FMMP is a non-regulatory program that produces "Important Farmland" maps and statistical data used for analyzing impacts on California's agricultural resources. The Important Farmland maps identify eight land use categories, five of which are agriculture related: prime farmland, 3 (California Department of Fish and Wlldlife n.d.); (U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service n.d.) May 2022 4-3
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project farmland of statewide importance, unique farmland, farmland of local importance, and grazing land - rated according to soil quality and irrigation status. Each is summarized below:
• PRIME FARMLAND (P): Farmland with the best combination of physical and chemical features able to sustain long term agricultural production. This land has the soil quality, growing season, and moisture supply needed to produce sustained high yields. Land must have been used for irrigated agricultural production at some time during the four years prior to the mapping date. • FARMLAND OF STATEWIDE IMPORTANCE (S): Farmland similar to Prime Farmiand but with minor shortcomings, such as greater slopes or less ability to store soil moisture. Land must have been used for irrigated agricultural production at some time during the four years prior to the mapping date. • UNIQUE FARMLAND (U): Farmland of lesser quality soils used for the production of the state's leading agricultural crops. This land is usually irrigated but may include non- irrigated orchards or vineyards as found in some climatic zones in California. Land must have been cropped at some time during the four years prior to the mapping date.
• FARMLAND OF LOCAL IMPORTANCE (L): Land of importance to the local agricultural economy as determined by each county's board of supervisors and a local advisory committee. • GRAZING LAND (G): Land on which the existing vegetation is suited to the grazing of livestock. The minimum mapping unit for Grazing Land is 40 acres.
• URBAN AND BUILT-UP LAND (D): Land occupied by structures with a building density of at least 1 unit to

1.5 acres, or approximately 6 structures to a 10-acre parcel. This land is used for residential, industrial, commercial, institutional, public administrative purposes, railroad and other transportation yards, cemeteries, airports, golf courses, sanitary landfills, sewage treatment, water control structures, and other developed purposes.
• OTHER LAND (X): Land not included in any other mapping category. Common examples include low density rural developments; brush, timber, wetland, and riparian areas not suitable for livestock grazing; confined livestock, poultry or aquaculture facilities; strip mines, borrow pits; and water bodies smaller than 40 acres, Vacant and nonagricultural land surrounded on all sides by urban development and greater than 40 acres is mapped as Other Land
• WATER (W): Perennial water bodies with an extent of at least 40 acres.

As demonstrated in Figure 4-1 the FMMP for Fresno County designates the Project site as Urban and Built- Up Land, Farmland of Local Importance, Farmland of Statewide Importance, and Prime Farmland.4 Williamson Act: There are several properties located within five miles of the Project site that are under Williamson Act contracts. According to the DOC, Williamson Act program lands are agreements between landowners and local governments to specify lands for agricultural or open space use over a length of time.

The agreement locks land use for the length of the contract and landowners receive property tax assessments that are much lower because they agree to use the space for uses below market value. While the Project site is not a Williamson Act land, the surrounding area is zoned for agricultural and open space use resulting in many Williamson Act properties
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4.2.2 Impact Analysis
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California Resources Agency, to non-agricultural use?
Less than Significant Impact. There is one portion of the Project that is located within an area determined to be Farmland of Statewide Importance and there is another portion of the Project located in area determined to be Prime Farmland. These two portions would consist of underground piping to assist in conveyance of water from CID facilities to the recharge basins. Most of the pipeline would be located in the right-of-way and would not take any agricultural land out of production. A small portion of the total proposed pipeline would be located within agriculturally designated land, but the land is currently unimproved and vacant, and construction would be temporary. In addition, the pipeline is an aspect of the overall project which would help sustain agricultural operations by recharging the groundwater and b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract? Less than Significant Impact. The conversion of stormwater retention basins to groundwater recharge basins improves groundwater supplies by providing water to the underlying aquifer, ultimately complying with the intent of agricultural zones and Williamson Act contracts. The Project would not conflict with any agricultural use or Williamson Act contract. Impacts would be less than significant. c) Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause rezoning of, forest land (as defined in Public Resources Code section 12220(g)), timberland (as defined by Public Resources Code section 4526), or timberland zoned Timberland Production (as defined by Government Code section 51104(g))? No Impact. The Project would not conflict with existing zoning for, or cause rezoning of, forest land, timberland, or timberland zoned Timberland Production. The Parlier General Plan has not designated the Project site or surrounding areas as Forest Land, Timberland, or timberland zoned for Timberland Production. Therefore, there would be no impact.
d) Result in the loss of forest land or conversion of forest land to non-forest use? No Impact. The Project would not result in the loss of forest land or conversion of forest land to non- forest use. The Project site is in an urbanized area surrounded by typical uses seen within an urbanized city. This would not require the loss or conversion of a forest to a non-forest use. Therefore, there would be no impact.
e) Involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultural use or conversion of forest land to non-forest use? No Impact. The Project would not involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland to non-agricultural use or conversion of forest land to non-forest use. The Project would convert seven stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins, and connect those basins, in addition to an eighth basin, to CID facilities to improve groundwater supplies to help mitigate the City's pumping for municipal water uses. There are no areas near the Project site that would be converted to non-forest use because of the Project. Therefore, there would be no impact.

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SIXTH ST: ST

AZALEA AVE

FOOTHILL AVE FIFTH ST

THIRD ST

WHITENER

SECOND ST

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FIRST ST

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E YOUNG AVE
Kingsburg Branch

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Farmland Designation
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Farmland of Local Importance
Unique Farmland
Rural Residential
Urban and Built-Up Land

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4.3 AIR QUALITY
Table 4-3: Air Quality Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of
the applicable air quality plan?
b) Result in a cumulatively considerable net
increase of any criteria pollutant for which
the project region is non-attainment under L
an applicable federal or state ambient air
quality standard?
C) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial •
pollutant concentrations?
d) Result in other emissions (such as those
leading to odors) adversely affecting a • •
substantial number of people?

4.3.1 Baseline Conditions
Under the California Clean Air Act (CCAA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) is required to designate areas of the State as attainment, nonattainment, or unclassified with respect to applicable standards. An "attainment" designation for an area signifies that pollutant concentrations did not violate the applicable standard in that area. A "nonattainment" designation indicates that a pollutant concentration violated the applicable standard at least once, excluding those occasions when a violation was caused by an exceptional event, as defined in the criteria. Depending on the frequency and severity of pollutants exceeding applicable standards, the nonattainment designation can be further classified as serious nonattainment, severe nonattainment, or extreme nonattainment, with extreme nonattainment being the most severe of the classifications. An "unclassified" designation signifies that the data does not support either an attainment or nonattainment designation. The CCAA divides districts into moderate, serious, and severe air pollution categories, with increasingly stringent control requirements mandated for each category.

The EPA designates areas for ozone, CO, and NO2 as "does not meet the primary standards," "cannot be classified," or "better than national standards." For SO2, areas are designated as "does not meet the primary standards," "does not meet the secondary standards," "cannot be classified," or "better than national standards." However, the CARB terminology of attainment, nonattainment, and unclassified is more frequently used. The EPA uses the same sub-categories for nonattainment status: serious, severe, and extreme. In 1991, EPA assigned new nonattainment designations to areas that had previously been classified as Group I, II, or III for PM10 based on the likelihood that they would violate national PM10 standards. All other areas are designated "unclassified." The State and national attainment status designations pertaining to the SJVAB are summarized in Table 4-5.

The SJVAB is currently designated as a nonattainment area with respect to the State PM1o standard, ozone, and PM2s standards. The SJVAB is designated nonattainment for the NAAQS 8-hour ozone and PM25 standards. On September 25, 2008, the EPA re-designated the San Joaquin Valley to attainment status for the PM10 NAAQS and approved the PM10 Maintenance Plan. California's ambient air monitoring network is one of the most extensive in the world, with more than 250 sites and 700 individual monitors measuring May 2022 4-7
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project air pollutant levels across a diverse range of topography, meteorology, emissions, and air quality. Existing levels of ambient air quality and historical trends and projections in the Project are best documented by measurements made by these monitoring sites. The nearest monitoring site to the Project is in the City o Parlier. The site measures O3, PM10, and PM2s. Data presented in Table 4-4 summarize monitoring dat from the CARB's Aerometric Data Analysis and Management System, published from 2018 to 2020.

Particulate matter data was collected from the Drummond and Hamilton and Winery Stations in Fresno.

Table 4-4: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Summary
Air Pollutant Averaging Time Item 2018 2019 2020
Max 1 Hour (ppm) 0.129 0.110 0.124
1-hour
Days > State Standard (0.09 ppm) 10 9 10
Max 8 Hour (ppm) 0.098 0.094 0.096
Ozone
Days > State Standard (0.070 ppm) 50 47 46
8-hour
Days > National Standard (0.070 ppm) 49 39 43
Days > National Standard (0.075 ppm) 18 19
Inhalable Annual National Annual Average (ug/m3) 45.8 38.6 59.9 coarse National 24 Hour (kg/m3) 152.2 175.6 350.4
particles 24-hour Days > State Standard (50 ug/m3) 19 13 25 (PM10) Days > National Standard (150 ug/m3) 1 1
Fine Annual National Annual Average (Hg/m3) 17.1 11.2 18.5 particulate 24 Hour (ug/m3) 89,8 44.7 143.3
matter 24-hour Days > National Standard (35 ug/m3) 13
(PM2.5) 11 3
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Table 4-5: Summary of Ambient Air Quality Standards and Attainment Designation California Standards* National Standards*
Averaging
Pollutant Attainment Attainment
Time Concentration* Primary
Status Status
Nonattainme No Federal
1-hour 0.09 ppm -
Ozone nt/ Severe Standard
(03) Nonattainme Nonattainment
8-hour 0.070 ppm 0.075 ppm
(Extreme)**
Particulate Matter AAM 20 ug/m3 Nonattainme
Attainment
(PM10) 24-hour 50 ug/m3 nt 150 pg/m3
Fine Particulate AAM 12 ug/m3 Nonattainme 12 ug/m3
Nonattainment
Matter (PM2.5) 24-hour No Standard nt 35 ug/m3
1-hour 20 ppm 35 ppm
Carbon Monoxide 8-hour 9 ppm Attainment/ 9 ppm Attainment/ (CO) 8-hour Unclassified Unclassified
(Lake Tahoe) 6 ppm -
Nitrogen Dioxide AAM 0.030 ppm 53 ppb Attainment/
(NO2) Attainment Unclassified
1-hour 0.18 ppm 100 ppb
AAM -
Sulfur Dioxide 24-hour 0.04 ppm Attainment/
(SO2) Attainment Unclassified
3-hour 0.5 ppm
1-hour 0.25 ppm 75 ppb
30-day
Average 1.5 ug/m3
Calendar - No
Lead (Pb) Quarter Attainment Designation/
Rolling 3- Classification
Month - 0.15 ug/m3
Average
Sulfates (SO4) 24-hour 25 ug/m3 Attainment
Hydrogen Sulfide 1-hour 0.03 ppm Unclassified
(H2S) (42 ug/m3)
Vinyl Chloride 24-hour 0.01 ppm Attainment
(C2H3Cl) (26 ug/m")
Extinction
coefficient: No Federal Standards

0.23/km-visibility
Visibility- of 10 miles or
Reducing Particle 8-hour more due to Unclassified
Matter particles when
the relative
humidity is less
than 70%.
• Fo Feder hour standard Redsted es/want camel are elder 8 hour standard ***Secondary Standard
Source: CARB 2015; SIVAPCD 2015
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4.3.2 Thresholds
To assist local jurisdictions in the evaluation of air quality impacts, the SJVAPCD has published the Guide for Assessing and Mitigating Air Quality Impacts. This guidance document includes recommended thresholds of significance to be used for the evaluation of short-term construction, long-term operational, odor, toxic air contaminant, and cumulative air quality impacts. Accordingly, the SJVAPCD-recommended thresholds of significance are used to determine whether implementation of the proposed Project would result in a significant air quality impact. Projects that exceed these recommended thresholds would be considered to have a potentially significant impact to human health and welfare. The thresholds of significance are summarized, as follows:

Short-Term Emissions of Particulate Matter (PM1o): Construction impacts associated with the proposed Project would be considered significant if the feasible control measures for construction in compliance with Regulation VIll as listed in the SJVAPCD guidelines are not incorporated or implemented, or if project- generated emissions would exceed 15 tons per year (TPY).

Short-Term Emissions of Ozone Precursors (ROG and NOx): Construction impacts associated with the proposed Project would be considered significant if the project generates emissions of Reactive Organic Gases (ROG) or NOx that exceeds 10 TPY.

Long-Term Emissions of Particulate Matter (PMo): Operational impacts associated with the proposed Project would be considered significant if the project generates emissions of PM 10 that exceed 15 TPY.

Long-Term Emissions of Ozone Precursors (ROG and NOX): Operational impacts associated with the proposed Project would be considered significant if the project generates emissions of ROG or NOx that exceeds 10 TPY.

Conflict with or Obstruct Implementation of Applicable Air Quality Plan: Due to the region's nonattainment status for ozone, PM2s, and PM1o, if the project-generated emissions of either of the ozone precursor pollutants (i.e., ROG and NOx) or PM1o Would exceed the SJVAPCD's significance thresholds, then the project would be considered to conflict with the attainment plans. In addition, if the project would result in a change in land use and corresponding increases in vehicle miles traveled, the project may result in an increase in vehicle miles traveled that is unaccounted for in regional emissions inventories contained in regional air quality control plans.

Local Mobile-Source CO Concentrations: Local mobile source impacts associated with the proposed Project would be considered significant if the project contributes to CO concentrations at receptor locations in excess of the CAAQS (i.e. 9.0 ppm for 8 hours or 20 ppm for 1 hour).

Toxic Air Contaminants: Exposure to toxic air contaminants (TAC) would be considered significant if the probability of contracting cancer for the Maximally Exposed Individual (i.e., maximum individual risk) would exceed 10 in 1 million or would result in a Hazard Index greater than 1.

Odors: Odor impacts associated with the proposed Project would be considered significant if the project has the potential to frequently expose members of the public to objectionable odors.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Table 4-6: Summary of Ambient Air Quality Standards and Attainment Designation California Standards* National Standards*
Averaging
Pollutant
Time Attainment Attainment
Concentration* Primary
Status Status
Ozone 1-hour 0.09 ppm Nonattainment/ - No Federal
(03) Severe Standard
8-hour 0.070 ppm Nonattainment 0.075 ppm Nonattainment
(Extreme)**
Particulate AAM 20 ug/m? Nonattainment Attainment
Matter 24-hour 50 ug/m? 150 ug/m₴
(PM10)
Fine Particulate AAM 12 4g/m? Nonattainment 12 ug/m Nonattainment Matter (PM2.5) 24-hour No Standard 35 мg/m3
Carbon 1-hour 20 ppm Attainment/ 35 ppm Attainment/
Monoxide 8-hour 9 ppm Unclassified 9 ppm Unclassified
(CO) 8-hour 6 ppm
(Lake Tahoe)
Nitrogen AAM 0.030 ppm Attainment 53 ppb Attainment/
Dioxide 1-hour 0.18 ppm 100 ppb Unclassified
(NO2)
Sulfur Dioxide AAM Attainment Attainment/
(SO2) 24-hour 0.04 ppm Unclassified
3-hour 0.5 ppm
1-hour 0.25 ppm 75 ppb
Lead (Pb) 30-day Average 1.5 ug/m? Attainment No
Calendar Quarter Designation/
Rolling 3-Month - 0.15 нg/m3 Classification
Average
Sulfates (SO4) 24-hour 25 ug/m3 Attainment No Federal Standards Hydrogen 1-hour 0.03 ppm Unclassified
Sulfide (H2S) (42 Hg/m?)
Vinyl Chloride 24-hour 0.01 ppm Attainment
(C2HзCl) (26 ug/m?)
Visibility- 8-hour Extinction coefficient: Unclassified Reducing 0.23/km-visibilityof
Particle Matter 10 miles or more due
to particles when the
relative humidity is
less than 70%.
* For more information on standards visit: https://ww3.arb.ca.gov/research/aaqs/aaqs2.pdf ** No Federal 1-hour standard. Reclassified extreme nonattainment for the Federal 8-hour standard ***Secondary Standard
Source: CARB 2015; SJVAPCD 2015
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4.3.3 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? and b) Would the project result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard? Less than Significant Impact. Estimated construction-generated emissions are summarized in Table 4-7 below and will be less than the SJVAPCD established thresholds of significance. Construction-related air quality emissions are below the SJVAPCD Rule 9510 threshold to reduce construction emissions. Impacts will be less than significant.

Table 4-7: Unmitigated Short-Term Construction-Generated Emissions of Criteria Air Pollutants Annual Emissions (Tons/Year) 1)
Source ROG NOx CO SOx PM10 PM2.5
Pipeline Construction 0.0926 0.9904 0.9768 <0.01 0.0500 0.0401 SJVAPCD Significance 10 27 15
10 100 15
Thresholds:

Exceed SJVAPCD Thresholds? No No No No No No

1. 2. Refer to Appendix A for modeling results and assumptions. Totals may not sum due to rounding. c) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? Less than Significant Impact. Implementation of the Project would not result in the long-term operation of any major onsite stationary sources of TACs. However, construction of the Project may result in temporary increases in emissions of diesel particulate matter (DPM) associated with the use of off-road diesel equipment. Construction of the Project would occur over seven months, across seven different sites. Health-related risks associated with diesel-exhaust emissions are primarily associated with long- term exposure and associated risk of contracting cancer. As such, cancer risks associated with exposure of to TACs are typically calculated based on a long-term (e.g., 70-year) period of exposure. However, the use of diesel-powered construction equipment would be temporary and episodic.

Construction activities would occur over approximately 7 months, which would constitute approximately

0.8 percent of the typical 70-year exposure period. Construction length of the Project is estimated to be approximately seven months days across seven different sites. Construction activity areas during this phase would be constantly changing as progress is made on pipeline installation; thus, sensitive receptors would not be exposed to TACs for an extended amount of time. For these reasons and given the relatively high dispersive properties of DPM, exposure to construction-generated DPM would not be anticipated to exceed applicable thresholds (i.e., incremental increase in cancer risk of 10 in one million). d) Would the project result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting a substantial number of people?
Less than Significant Impact. Land uses that commonly emit odorous compounds include dairies, agricultural uses, wastewater treatment plants, chemical plants, food processing facilities, composting, refineries, and fiberglass molding facilities. The operational phase of the basin Project would not emit any odorous compounds. Impacts would be less than significant.

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4.4 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Table 4-8: Biological Resources Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either
directly or through habitat modifications, on
any species identified as a candidate,
sensitive, or special status species in local or
regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by
the California Department of Fish and
Wildlife or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any
riparian habitat or other sensitive natural
community identified in local or regional
plans, policies, regulations, or by the
California Department of Fish and Wildlife or
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally
protected wetlands as defined by Section
404 of the Clean Water Act (including, but X
not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal,
etc.) through direct removal, filling,
hydrological interruption, or other means?
d) Interfere substantially with the movement of
any native resident or migratory fish or
wildlife species or with established native
resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or
impede the use of native wildlife nursery
sites?
e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances
protecting biological resources, such as a •
tree preservation policy or ordinance?
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural
Community Conservation Plan, or other •
approved local, regional, or state habitat
conservation plan?

4.4.1 Baseline Conditions

4.4.1.1 General
The Project is located in Parlier along Foothill Avenue, South Milton Avenue, East Parlier Avenue, Tuolumne Street, South Whitner Avenue, Manning Avenue, Avila Street, East Industrial Drive, and South Newmark Avenue. The Project's Area of Potential Effect (APE) is approximately 22 acres which included a 50-foot buffer. The Project lies in Fresno County within the Lower San Joaquin Valley, part of the Central Valley of California (see Figure 2-2). The Central Valley is bordered by the Sierra Nevada Mountain Ranges to the east, the Coast Ranges to the west, the Klamath Mountains and Cascade Range to the north, and the Transverse Ranges and Mojave Desert to the south. The area is relatively flat and is at an elevation between 328-354 feet above sea level.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Like most of California, the San Joaquin Valley experiences a Mediterranean climate. Warm, dry summers are followed by cool, moist winters. Average summer temperatures range from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (°F), but often exceeds 90 °F. Average winter temperatures are around 45 °F. Near the Project, the average annual precipitation is approximately 12 inches, falling mainly from October to May. 5 Weatherspark. (2021). Average Weather in Parlier California United States Year Round. Retrieved from Weatherspark:
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SE SW W
150 180 210 240 270 300
BRG: 221°SW (T) • 36°36'39"N, 119°32'4"W =13ft ALT: 349ft 15 Deo 2021. 10:54:23
Figure 4-2: Existing Stormwater Basin

NW NE E
330 30 60 90 120
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4.4.1.2 Water
A watershed is the topographic region that drains into a stream, river, or lake and can consist of many smaller subwatersheds. The nearest surface waters are the Kingsburg Branch Canal that runs along the west portion of the APE, the Santa Fe Canal that runs along Whitner Avenue, and Harp Ditch which runs through the eastern portion of the APE. The Cole Slough-Kings River watershed is comprised of stormwater or snowmelt collected in upland areas which flows down into Pine flat lake, Fish creek, and Hughes Creek which all flow down into Kings River. The Kings River then flows through canals down into Kingsburg Branch and the unnamed canal off Whitner Avenue which connects to Collins Creek (USEPA, 2021). The APE lies within the Cole Slough-Kings River watershed; Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 1803001202 and a single subwatershed: Cole Slough subwatershed; HUC: 180300120206.6

4.4.1.3 Soil
Three soil mapping units representing five soil types were identified within the APE: Delhi sand, Delhi loamy sand, Hanford sandy loam, Hanford fine sandy loam, and Tujunga loamy sand.? Refer to Section 4.7 Geology and Soils for further discussion.

4.4.1.4 Wildlife and Plant Species
A qualified biologist conducted a desktop analysis of potential Project-related impacts to biological resources based on the resources known to exist or with potential to exist within the Project site and surrounding areas. Sources of information used in preparation of this analysis included: the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) California Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB); the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC) system; the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) Online Inventory of Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of California; CalFlora's online database of California native plants; the Jepson Herbarium online database (Jepson eFlora); USFWS Environmental Conservation Online System (ECOS); the NatureServe Explorer online database; the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Plants Database; the CDFW California Wildlife Habitat Relationships (CWHR) database; the California Herps online database; and various manuals, reports, and references related to plants and animals of the San Joaquin Valley region.

A thorough search of the CNDDB for published accounts of special status plant and animal species was conducted for the Selma 7.5-minute quadrangle that contain the APE in its entirety, and for the eight surrounding quadrangles: Malaga, Sanger, Wahtoke, Reedley, Traver, Burris Park, Laton, and Conejo. These species, and their potential to occur within the proposed Project area are listed in Table 4-9 and Table 4-10.

Table 4-9: List of Special Status Animals with Potential to Occur Onsite and/or in the Vicinity.

Species Status Habitat Occurrence within APE
Inhabits semi-arid grasslands, Absent. The APE and surrounding areas Blunt-nosed leopard alkali flats, low foothills, canyon are existing stormwater retention basins

FE, CE,
lizard floors, large washes, and arroyos, and residential houses with paved roads CFP
(Gambelia sila) usually on sandy, gravelly, or that are unsuitable for this species loamy substrate, sometimes on There is no recorded observation of this 6 United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA). (2021). Retrieved from Waters GeoViewer: https://www.epa.gov/waterdata/waters- geoviewer (Accessed December 2021).
7 United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service. (2021). Custom Soil Resources Report, California. Retrieved from http://websoilsurvey.sc.egov.usda.gov/App/WebSoilSurvey.aspx(Accessed December 2021).

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Species Status Habitat Occurrence within APE
hardpan. Often found where there species within the 9 quad search on are abundant rodent burrows in CNDDB.
dense vegetation or tall grass.

Cannot survive on lands under
cultivation. Known to bask on
kangaroo rat mounds and often
seeks shelter at the base of
shrubs, in small mammal burrows,
or in rock piles. Adults may
excavate shallow burrows but rely
on deeper pre-existing rodent
burrows for hibernation and
reproduction.

Unlikely. Nesting and foraging habitat is
absent due to incompatible vegetative
cover. At most, a Burrowing Owl
individual could potentially pass over or
Resides in open, dry annual or through the site but would not be perennial grasslands, deserts, an expected to nest or forage within or scrublands with low growin adjacent to the APE. Additionally, he Burrowing owl vegetation. Nests underground in
CSC presence of raptors in the vicinity makes
(Athene cunicularia) existing burrows created by
this site generally unsuitable for
mammals, most often ground Burrowing Owl. The closest recorded squirrels. observation of this species was 15 years
ago and 7.5 miles southeast of the APE,
the most recent recorded observation of
this species was 4 years ago and 14
miles south of the APE.

Absent. The APE and surrounding areas
Inhabits arid scrub, rocky washes,
California glossy snake are unsuitable for this species. The only CSC grasslands, and chaparral. Prefers
(Arizona elegans recorded observation of this species was open areas with loose soil for easy
occidentalis burrowing. 128 years ago and 12 miles northwest of the APE.

Absent. The APE and surrounding are
unsuitable for this species. The APE does
Inhabits perennial rivers, creeks,
California red-legged not provide suitable habitat for this FT, nd stock ponds with vegetati
frog (Rana draytonii) species and is outside of its current over within the Coast Range ar
known range. There is no recorded
northern Sierra foothills.
observation of this species within the 9
quad search on CNDDB.

Absent. The APE does not provide
Requires vernal pools or seasonal
suitable habitat for this species, no
California tiger ponds for breeding and small
vernal pool or upland habitat with
salamander mammal burrows for aestivation.

FT, CT, Generally found in grassland and mammal burrows was present. The only (Ambystoma CWL recorded observation of this species was oak savannah plant communities
californiense) over 100 years ago and 8 miles south of
in central California from sea level
the APE. The observation of this species
to 1500 feet in elevation.
is presumed to be extirpated
Found in grasslands, coniferous Absent. The APE and surrounding are Coast horned lizard forests, woodlands, and chaparral, unsuitable for this species. The only CSC recorded observation of this species was
(Phrynosoma blainvilli)
128 years ago and 12 miles northeast of
the APE
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foothills, and semi-arid mountains.

Frequently found near ant hills
and along dirt roads in lowlands
along sandy washes with scattered
shrubs.

Unlikely. The APE and surrounding areas
Occurs throughout coastal lack suitable foraging habitat and plant California, as well as east to the species. A crotch bumblebee could Sierra-Cascade crest, and south potentially pass through the area, but Crotch bumble bee
CCE into Mexico. Food plant genera nesting and foraging habitat is absent (Bombus crotchii)
include Antirrhinum, Phacelia, due to land use. The most recent Clarkia, Dendromecon, recorded observation of this species was Eschscholzia, and Eriogonum. 109 years ago and 3 miles southwest of the APE.

Absent. Suitable perennial aquatic
This pelagic and euryhaline species habitat for this species is absent from is Endemic to the Sacramento-San the APE and surrounding lands. There Delta smelt
Joaquin River Delta, upstream are no connections between streams (Hypomesus FT, CE
through Contra Costa, that host Delta smelt and the canals that transpacificus)
Sacramento, San Joaquin, and run through or past the APE. There are Solano Counties. no recorded observations of this species within the 9-quad search on CNDDB
Frequents rocky streams and
rivers with rocky substrate and Absent. The APE and surrounding areas Foothill yellow-legged open, sunny banks in forests, are unsuitable for this species. The only сст, recorded observation of this species was
frog chaparral, and woodlands.

CSC
(Rana boylii) Occasionally found in isolated 105 years ago and 8 miles northeast of pools, vegetated backwaters, and the APE.
deep, shaded, spring-fed pools.

An inhabitant of alkali sink open
grassland environments in western
Absent. The APE and surrounding areas
Fresno Kangaroo Rat Fresno County. Prefers bare,
are unsuitable for this species. There are
(Dipodomys FE, CE alkaline, clay-based soils subject to no recorded observations of this species nitratoides exilis seasonal inundation with more
within the 9-quad search on CNDDB.
friable soil mounds around shrubs
and grasses.

Occurs in marshes, sloughs,
drainage canals, irrigation ditches,
rice fields, and adjacent uplands.

Prefers locations with emergent
Absent. The APE and surrounding areas
vegetation for cover and open
Giant gartersnake are unsuitable for this species. There are FT, CT areas for basking. This species
(Thamnophis gigas) no recorded observations of this species uses small mammal burrows
within the 9-quad search on CNDDB.
adjacent to aquatic habitats for
hibernation in the winter and to
escape from excessive heat in the
summer.

Unlikely. The APE and surrounding areas
Frequents open habitats with
are unsuitable for this species. The
sparse shrubs and trees, other
Loggerhead shrike Loggerhead shrike could potentially pass CSC suitable perches, bare ground, and
(Lanius ludovicianus) over the APE, but it is unlikely they low herbaceous cover. In the
would be found within the APE. The
Central Valley, nests in riparian
only recorded observation of this
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areas, desert scrub, and species was 29 years ago and 13.5 miles agricultural hedgerows southeast of the APE.

Roosts located in wind-protected
tree groves (eucalyptus, Monterey Absent. The APE and surrounding areas pine, cypress), with nectar and are existing stormwater retention basins water sources nearby. Larval host and residential houses with paved roads Monarch Butterfly FC plants consist of milkweeds that are unsuitable for this species. (Danaus plexippus)
(Asclepias sp.). Winter roost sites There are no recorded observations of extend along the coast from this species within the 9-quad search on northern Mendocino to Baja CNDDB.

California, Mexico.

Unlikely. The APE and surrounding areas
Found primarily underground,
are existing stormwater retention basins
burrowing in loose, sandy soil.

Northern California and residential houses with paved roads Forages in loose soil and leaf litter
legless lizard CSC that are unsuitable for this species. The during the day. Occasionally
(Anniella pulchra) observed on the surface at dusk only recorded observation of this species was over 130 years ago and 12
and night.
miles northwest of the APE.

Unlikely. The APE and surrounding areas
Found in grasslands, chaparral,
are existing stormwater retention basins
and woodlands, where it feeds on
and residential houses with paved roads
ground- and vegetation-dwelling
that are unsuitable for this species.

Pallid bat arthropods, and occasionally takes
CSC Roosting and foraging habitat is minimal,
(Antrozous pallidus) insects in flight. Prefers to roost in but a pallid bat could potentially pass
rock crevices, but may also use
through the area. The only recorded
tree cavities, caves, bridges, and
observation of this species was 20 years
other man-made structures.
ago and 5 miles northwest of the APE
Unlikely. The APE and surrounding areas
are existing stormwater retention basins
and residential houses with paved roads
that are unsuitable for this species. The
Underground dens with multiple presence of coyotes in the Industrial San Joaquin kit fox
entrances in alkali sink, valley Basin would deter this species from (Vulpes macrotis FE, CT
grassland, and woodland in valley living there. The most recently recorded mutica) and adjacent foothill
observation of this species was 18 years
ago and 17 miles southeast of the APE.

The closest recorded observation of this
species was over 30 years ago and 5
miles north of the APE.

Possible. The APE and surrounding areas
are existing stormwater retention basins
and residential houses with paved roads
that are unsuitable for this species.

Nests in large trees in open areas While the APE does not contain large adjacent to grasslands, grain or trees, the areas surrounding the APE Swainson's Hawk
CT alfalfa fields, or livestock pastures contains suitable trees for nesting. The (Buteo swainsoni)
suitable for supporting rodent closest recorded observation of this populations. species was 95 years ago and 5 miles
south of the APE, the most recent
recorded observation of this species was
4 years ago and 14 miles southeast of
the APE.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Species Status Habitat Occurrence within APE
Absent. The APE and surrounding areas
are existing stormwater retention basins
and residential houses with paved roads
that are unsuitable for this species. No
Valley elderberry
Elderberry shrubs were seen within the
longhorn beetle Lives in mature elderberry shrubs
APE or surrounding areas during the
(Desmocerus FT of the Central Valley and foothills.
biological survey. The closest recorded
californicus Adults are active March to June.
observation of this species was 30 years
dimorphus)
ago and 3.5 miles east of the APE, the
most recent recorded observation of
this species was 16 years ago and 8
miles northeast of the APE
Absent. The basins have riparian
vegetation which indicate they hold
water for long periods of time. This
Occupies vernal pools, clear to species only lives in ephemeral habitats Vernal pool fairy
tea-colored water, in grass or and needs long periods of dry soils for shrimp FT
mud-bottomed swales, and basalt rest-quiescent which makes the APE (Branchinecta lynchi)
depression pools. unsuitable for this species (USFWS,
2007). The most recent recorded
observation of this species was 4 years
ago and 14 miles south of the APE
Absent. The basins have riparian
vegetation which indicate they hold
water for long periods of time. This
Occurs in vernal pools, clear to species only lives in ephemeral habitats Vernal pool tadpole and needs long periods of dry soils for tea-colored water, in grass or
shrimp FE
mud-bottomed swales, and basalt rest-quiescent which makes the APE (Lepidurus packardi)
depression pools. unsuitable for this species (USFWS, n.d.).

The most recent recorded observation
of this species was 3 years ago and 14
miles southeast of the APE
Found in open, arid to semi-arid Unlikely. The APE and surrounding areas habitats, including dry desert are existing stormwater retention basins washes, flood plains, chaparral, and residential houses with paved roads oak woodland, open ponderosa that are unsuitable for this species.

Western mastiff bat
pine forest, grassland, and Roosting and foraging habitat is minimal, (Eumops perotis CSC
agricultural areas, where it feeds but a Western red bat could potentially californicus) on insects in flight. Roosts most
pass through the area. The only
recorded observation of this species was
122 years ago and 10.5 miles south of
the APE
Unlikely. The APE and surrounding areas
are existing stormwater retention basins
An aquatic turtle of ponds,
surrounded by residential houses and
paved roads that are unsuitable for this
Western pond turtle species. Upland habitat for hibernation CSC
(Emys marmorata) and laying eggs is absent from the APE adequate basking sites and sandy
and surrounding areas. The only
banks or grassy open fields to
recorded observation of this species was
deposit eggs.
25 years ago and 11 miles northeast of
the APE in Wahtoke Creek.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Species Status Habitat Occurrence within APE
Prefers open areas with sandy or
gravelly soils, in a variety of
habitats including mixed
woodlands, grasslands, coastal Absent. The APE and surrounding areas sage scrub, chaparral, sandy are existing stormwater retention basins washes, lowlands, river and residential houses with paved roads Western spadefoot floodplains, alluvial fans, playas, that are unsuitable for this species. The CSC
(Spea hammondii) alkali flats, foothills, and most recently recorded observation of mountains. Vernal pools or this species was 3 years ago and 14 temporary wetlands, lasting a miles southeast of the APE in minimum of three weeks, which Cottonwood Creek.
do not contain bullfrogs, fish, or
crayfish are necessary for
breeding.

Absent. The APE and surrounding areas
Suitable nesting habitat in are existing stormwater retention basins California includes dense riparian and residential houses with paved roads willow-cottonwood and mesquite that are unsuitable for this species. habitats along a perennial river. There is no suitable nesting habitat and Western yellow-billed
Once a common breeding species there are only two locations where this cuckoo
FT, CE in riparian habitats of lowland species is known to breed. One is along (Coccyzus americanus
California, this species currently the Sacramento River and the other is in occidentalis
breeds consistently in only two the South Fork of the Kern River. The locations in the State: along the nearest recorded observation of this Sacramento and South Fork Kern species was 123 years ago, 3 miles Rivers. southwest of the APE and is presumed
to be extirpated.

Table 4-10: List of Special Status Plants with Potential to Occur Onsite and/or in the Vicinity.

Species Status Habitat Occurrence within APE
This species is found in vernal pool and Absent. Required soils are absent and Alkali-sink wet saline flat habitats. Occurrences are anthropogenic disturbance makes the goldfields CNPS documented in the San Joaquin and APE unsuitable for this species. The most (Lasthenia 1B Sacramento Valleys at elevations below recent recorded observation of this chrysantha 656 feet. Bloom period is from species was 4 years ago and 14 miles February - April. southeast of the APE.

Unlikely. Required habitat is present
Marshes and swamps, lake margins, wet
within the APE, but this species was not
places, coastal prairie, valley and
Bristly sedge CNPS foothill grassland. Found at elevations seen during the field survey. The only (Carex comosa) 2B.1 recorded observation of this species was between -16 feet and 3300 feet; site
below sea level is on a Delta Island. 32 years ago and 4 miles north of the This species is found in the San Joaquin
Absent. Required soils are absent and
Valley and Sacramento Valley in
anthropogenic disturbance makes the
Brittlescale alkaline or clay soils, typically in
CNPS APE unsuitable for this species. The most
(Atriplex meadows or annual grassland at recent recorded observation of this 1B
depressa elevations below 1050 feet. It is
species was 53 years ago and 11.5 miles
sometimes associated with vernal pools. southeast of the APE.

Bloom period is from June-October.

California alkali This species is found in the San Joaquin Absent. Required soils are absent and grass CNPS Valley and other parts of California in anthropogenic disturbance makes the (Puccinellia 1B saline flats and mineral springs within APE unsuitable for this species. The only simplex) valley grassland and wetland-riparian recorded observation of this species was 4 May 2022 4-21
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communities at elevations below 3000 years ago and 14 miles southeast of the feet. Bloom period is from March-May.

This species is found in the San Joaquin Absent. Required habitats are absent and Valley and Western Transverse Ranges anthropogenic disturbance makes the California FE,
in sandy soils. It occurs on flats and APE unsuitable for this species. The only jewelflower CE,
slopes, generally in non-alkaline recorded observation of this species in the (Caulanthus CNPS
1B grassland at elevations between 230 feet region was 35 years ago, 11 miles californicus)
and 6100 feet. Bloom period is from northwest of the APE and is presumed to February-April.

Although this facultative species is Unlikely. Required habitat is present equally likely to occur in wetlands and within the APE, but this species was not California satintail non-wetlands, it is often found in wet seen during the field survey. The nearest CNPS
(Imperata springs, meadows, streambanks, and recorded observation was 88 years ago, 2B
brevifolia) floodplains at elevations below 1600 3.5 miles west of the APE. The most feet. Bloom period is from September - recent recorded observation was 51 years ago, 9 miles northeast of the APE.

This species is found in the San Joaquin
Absent. Required soil is absent and
Earlimart orache Valley in saline or alkaline soils,
anthropogenic disturbance makes the
(Atriplex CNPS typically within valley and foothil!
APE unsuitable for this species. The most
cordulata var. 1B grassland at elevations below 375 feet. recent recorded observation was 4 years
erecticaulis) Bloom period is from August-
ago, 14 miles southeast of the APE.

September.

This species is found in the San Joaquin
Unlikely. Anthropogenic disturbance
FE, Valley and other parts of California in
Greene's tuctoria makes the APE unsuitable for this
CR, vernal pools within valley grassland,
species. The only recorded observation of
(Tuctoria greener) CNPS wetland, and riparian communities at 1B elevations below 3500 feet. Bloom this species was 34 years ago and 9 miles north of the APE
period is from May - September.

This species is found in the San Joaquin Absent. Required soils are absent and Lesser saltscale Valley in sandy, alkaline soils in alkali anthropogenic disturbance makes the CNPS scrub, valley and foothill grassland, and APE unsuitable for this species. The most (Atriplex
1B alkali sink communities at elevations recent recorded observation of this minuscula)
below 750 feet. Bloom period is from species was 5 years ago and 14.5 miles April-October. southeast of the APE.

Absent. Required habitats are absent and
Found in openings in foothill
Madera the APE is outside of its elevational range
woodland, often yellow-pine forest, and
leptosiphon CNPS making it unsuitable for this species. The chaparral at elevations between 1000
(Leptosiphon 1B only recorded observation of this species feet and 4300 feet. Bloom period is
serrulatus) from April - May. was 99 years ago and 12 miles southeast of the APE.

This species is found in the San Joaquin Absent. Required soils and habitat are Valley and the Sierra Nevada Foothills
San Joaquin FT, absent and anthropogenic disturbance
in bare dark clay soils in valley and
adobe sunburst CE, makes the APE unsuitable for this
(Pseudobahia foothill grassland and cismontane
CNPS species. The most recent recorded
woodland communities at elevations
peirsonit) 1B observation of this species was 11 years
between 325 feet and 2950 feet. Bloom
ago, 9 miles northeast of the APE.
period is from March-May.

This species is found in the eastern San
San Joaquin Joaquin Valley and the Sierra Nevada Unlikely. Anthropogenic disturbance Valley Orcutt FT, foothills in vernal pools within valley makes the APE unsuitable for this
grass CNPS grassland, freshwater wetland, and species. The only recorded observation of (Orcuttia wetland-riparian communities at this species was 34 years ago and 8.5 miles 1B
inacqualis) elevations below 2600 feet. Bloom east of the APE. period is from April - September.

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This species is found in the San Joaquin Possible. Required habitat is present Sanford's
Valley and other parts of California in within the APE and this species may be arrowhead CNPS
freshwater-marsh, primarily ponds and found. The closest recorded observation (Sagittaria 1B
ditches, at elevations below 1000 feet. of this species was 4 years ago and 5.5 sanfordi)
Bloom period is from May-October. miles northeast of the APE.

This species is found in the Sierra
Nevada Foothills and the San Joaquin
Unlikely. Anthropogenic disturbance
Spiny-sepaled Valley. Occurs in vernal pools, swales,
makes the APE unsuitable for this
button-celery CNPS and roadside ditches. Often associated species. The only recorded observation of
(Eryngium 1B with clay soils in vernal pools within
grassland communities. Occurs at this species was 14 years ago and 11 miles spinosepalum)
northeast of the APE.
elevations between 50 feet and 4160
feet. Bloom period is from April-July.

Absent. Required habitats are absent and
Found in the Sierra Nevada foothills on
Winter's anthropogenic disturbance makes the
steep, south-facing grassy slopes, rock
sunflower CNPS APE unsuitable for this species. The only outcrops, and road-cuts at elevations
(Helianthus 1B recorded observation of this species was 6 ranging from 600 feet to 1500 feet.
winteri) years ago and 9.5 miles northeast of the
Blooms year-round.

EXPLANATION OF OCCURRENCE DESIGNATIONS AND STATUS CODES

Present: Species observed on the site at time of field surveys or during recent past.

Likely: Species not observed on the site, but it may reasonably be expected to occur there on a regular basis.

Possible: Species not observed on the site, but it could occur there from time to time.

Unlikely: Species not observed on the site, and would not be expected to occur there except, perhaps, as a transient.

Absenr: Species not observed on the site, and precluded from occurring there due to absence of suitable habitat.

STATUS CODES
FE Federally Endangered CE California Endangered
FT Federally Threatened CT California Threatened
FPE Federally Endangered (Proposed) CCT California Threatened (Candidate) FPT Federally Threatened (Proposed) CFP California Fully Protected FC Federal Candidate CSC California Species of Concern
CWL California Watch List
CCE California Endangered (Candidate)
CR California Rare

CNPS LISTING
1A Plants Presumed Extinct in California. 2A Plants Presumed Extirpated in California, but more 1B Plants Rare, Threatened, or Endangered in common elsewhere.

California and elsewhere. 2B Plants Rare, Threatened, or Endangered in California, but more common elsewhere.

4.4.2 Applicable Regulations

4.4.2.1 Threatened and Endangered Species
Permits may be required from the USFWS and/or CDFW if activities associated with a project have the potential to result in the "take" of a species listed as threatened or endangered under the federal and/or state Endangered Species Acts. Take is defined by the State of California as "to hunt, pursue, catch, capture, or kill, or attempt to hunt, pursue, catch, capture or kill" (California Fish and Game Code, Section 86). Take is more broadly defined by the federal Endangered Species Act to include "harm" (16 United States Code (USC), Section 1532(19), 50 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR), Section 17.3). CDFW and USFWS are responsible agencies under CEQA and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Both agencies review May 2022 4-23
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4.4.2.2 Designated Critical Habitat
When species are listed as threatened or endangered, the USFWS often designates areas of "Critical Habitat" as defined by Section 3(5)(A) of the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA). Critical Habitat is a term defined in the ESA as a specific geographic area that contains features essential for the conservation of a threatened or endangered species and that may require special management and protection. Critical Habitat is a tool that supports the continued conservation of imperiled species by guiding cooperation with the federal government. Designations only affect federal agency actions or federally funded or permitted activities. Critical Habitat does not prevent activities that occur within the designated area. Only activities that involve a federal permit, license, or funding and are likely to destroy or adversely modify Critical Habitat will be affected.

4.4.2.3 Migratory Birds
The federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) (16 USC 703-712) prohibits killing, possessing, or trading in any bird species covered in one of four international conventions to which the United States is a party, except in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary of the Interior. The name of the act is misleading, as it covers nearly all birds native to the United States, even those that are non-migratory. The MBTA encompasses whole birds, parts of birds, nests, and eggs. Additionally, California Fish and Game Code Sections 3513 and 3800 make it unlawful to take or possess any non-game bird covered by the MBTA as well as any other native non-game bird."

4.4.2.4 Birds of Prey
Birds of prey are protected in California under provisions of Fish and Game Code Section 3503.5, which states that it is unlawful to take, possess, or destroy any birds in the order Falconiformes (hawks and eagles) or Strigiformes (owls), as well as their nests and eggs. The bald eagle and golden eagle are afforded additional protection under the federal Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (16 USC 668), which makes it unlawful to kill birds or their eggs."

4.4.2.5 Nesting Birds
In California, protection is afforded to the nests and eggs of all birds. California Fish and Game Code Section 3503 states that it is "unlawful to take, possess, or needlessly destroy the nest or eggs of any bird except as otherwise provided by this code or any regulation adopted pursuant thereto". Breeding-season disturbance that causes nest abandonment and/or loss of reproductive effort is considered a form of "take" by the CDFW.12

4.4.2.6 Wetlands and other "Jurisdictional Waters"
Natural drainage channels and adjacent wetlands may be considered "waters of the United States" or "jurisdictional waters" subject to the jurisdiction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). 8 California Department of Fish and Wildlife. (2021, December). California Natural Diversity Database. (Accessed December 2021). ° United States Fish and Wildlife Service. (2021). Environmental Conservation Online System (ECOS). Retrieved from https://ecos.fws.gov/eсp/ (Accessed December 2021).
10 United States Fish and Wildlife Service. (2021). Environmental Conservation Online System (ECOS). Retrieved from https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/ (Accessed December 2021).
11 United States Fish and Wildlife Service. (2021). Environmental Conservation Online System (ECOS). Retrieved from https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/ (Accessed December 2021).
12 United States Fish and Wildlife Service. (2021). Environmental Conservation Online System (ECOS). Retrieved from https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/ (Accessed December 2021).

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All waters which are currently used, or were used in the past, or may be susceptible to use in interstate or foreign commerce, including all waters which are subject to the ebb and flow of the tide; • All interstate waters including interstate wetlands;
• All other waters such as intrastate lakes, rivers, streams (including intermittent streams), mudflats, sandflats, wetlands, sloughs, prairie potholes, wet meadows, playa lakes, or natural ponds, the use, degradation or destruction of which could affect interstate or foreign commerce; • All impoundments of waters otherwise defined as waters of the United States under the definition; • Tributaries of waters identified in paragraphs the bulleted items above.

As of October 2021, the regulations have reverted back to 2015 compliance standards. As determined by the United States Supreme Court in its 2001 Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County v. United States Army Corps of Engineers (SWANCC) decision, channels and wetlands isolated from other jurisdictional waters cannot be considered jurisdictional on the basis of their use, hypothetical or observed, by migratory birds. Similarly, in its 2006 consolidated Carabell/Rapanos decision, the Supreme Court ruled that a significant nexus between a wetland and other navigable waters must exist for the wetland itself to be considered a navigable and therefore jurisdictional water. Furthermore, the Supreme Court clarified that the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and the USACE will not assert jurisdiction over ditches excavated wholly in and draining only uplands and that do not carry a relatively permanent flow of water.

The USACE regulates the filling or grading of Waters of the United States under the authority of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The extent of jurisdiction within drainage channels is defined by "ordinary high- water marks" on opposing channel banks. All activities that involve the discharge of dredge or fill material into Waters of the United States are subject to the permit requirements of the USACE. Such permits are typically issued on the condition that the applicant agrees to provide mitigation that results in no net loss of wetland functions or values. No permit can be issued until the RWQCB issues a Section 401 Water Quality Certification (or waiver of such certification) verifying that the proposed activity will meet State water quality standards.

Under the Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act of 1969, the SWRCB has regulatory authority to protect the water quality of all surface water and groundwater in the State of California ("Waters of the State"). Nine Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) oversee water quality at the local and regional level. The RWQCB for a given region regulates discharges of fill or pollutants into Waters of the State through the issuance of various permits and orders. Discharges into Waters of the State that are also Waters of the United States require a Section 401 Water Quality Certification from the RWQCB as a prerequisite to obtaining certain federal permits, such as a Section 404 Clean Water Act permit. Discharges into all Waters of the State, even those that are not also Waters of the United States., require Waste Discharge Requirements (WDRs), or waivers of WDRs, from the RWQCB. The RWQCB also administers the Construction Storm Water Program and the federal NPDES program. Projects that disturb one acre or more of soil must obtain a Construction General Permit under the Construction Storm Water Program. A prerequisite for this permit is the development of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) by a certified Qualified SWPPP Developer. Projects that discharge wastewater, storm water, or other pollutants into a Water of the United States may require a NDES permit.

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4.4.3 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated. Of the 24 regionally occurring special status species, 23 are considered absent from or unlikely to occur within the APE due to past or ongoing disturbance and/or the absence of suitable habitat (see Table 4-9). The following 15 species were deemed absent from occurring within the APE: blunt-nosed leopard lizard, California glossy snake, California Red- legged frog, California Tiger Salamander, Coast horned lizard, Delta Smelt, Foothill yellow-legged frog, Fresno kangaroo rat, Giant gartersnake, Monarch butterfly, Valley elderberry longhorn beetle, vernal pool fairy shrimp, vernal pool tadpole shrimp, western spadefoot and western yellow-billed cuckoo. The following 8 species were deemed unlikely to occur within the APE: Burrowing owl, Crotch bumble bee, Loggerhead Shrike, Northern California legless lizard, Pallid bat, San Joaquin kit fox, western pond turtle, and western mastiff bat. Since it is unlikely that these species would occur onsite, implementation of the Project should have no impact on these 23 special status species through construction mortality, disturbance, or loss of habitat. Mitigation measures are not warranted.

There is one species identified in Table 4-9 that could possibly exist within or near the APE. This species is the Swainson's Hawk (Buteo swainsoni). This species and corresponding mitigation measures are provided specific to Swainson's Hawk and any tree and ground nesting bird that may nest, roost, or forage within the APE. These mitigation measures are provided below.

4.4.4.1 Nesting Birds
There is the possibility for the special status species Swainson's Hawk and other nesting birds to be impacted by the Project. The areas surrounding the APE contains suitable nesting and/or foraging habitat for ground and tree nesting avian species. Trees near the APE have the potential to host a multitude of nesting birds, and species such as Killdeer (Charadrius vociferus) are known to build nests on bare ground or compacted dirt roads. Furthermore, the trees are large enough to act as suitable nesting habitat for Swainson's Hawk and other raptors. Swainson's hawks have been recorded in the area surrounding the APE. Raptors could also potentially use the ruderal area and surrounding agricultural areas for foraging.

Construction activities could disturb birds nesting within or adjacent to work areas, resulting in nest abandonment. Construction activities that adversely affect the nesting success of raptors and migratory birds or result in the mortality of individual birds constitute a violation of State and federal laws and are considered a significant impact under CEQA. Mitigation measures are warranted and are identified in Section 4.4.4 below. With implementation of mitigation measures BIO-1, BIO-2, and BIO-3, impacts would be reduced to less than significant.
13 United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA). (2021). Retrieved from Waters GeoViewer: https://www.epa.gov/waterdata/waters- geoviewer (Accessed December 2021).

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4.4.4.2 Mammals
Evidenced of active coyote dens were observed within the Industrial Basin. Although coyotes are not a protected species, to ensure no harm comes to those residing within the basin the following is recommended. Mitigation measures will be implemented to reduce potential impacts to this species and are identified in Section 4.4.4 below. With implementation of mitigation measures BIO-4, BIO-5 and BIO-6, impacts would be reduced to less than significant.

Project-Related Impacts to Special Status Plant Species Of the 15 special status plant species documented within the area 14 are considered absent or unlikely from occurring within the APE due to past or ongoing disturbance and/or the absence of suitable habitat.

As explained in Table 4-10, the following species were deemed absent from the APE: alkali-sink goldfields, bristly sedge, brittlescale, California alkali grass, California jewelflower, California satintail, Earlimart orache, Greene's tuctoria, lesser saltscale, Madera leptosiphon, San Joaquin adobe sunburst, San Joaquin Valley Orcutt grass, spiny-sepaled button-celery, and Winter's sunflower. Since it is unlikely that these species would occur onsite, implementation of the Project would have no impact on these 14 special status species through construction mortality, disturbance, or loss of habitat. Mitigation measures are not warranted.

There is one species identified in Table 4-10 that could possibly exist within the APE. This species is the Sanford's arrowhead (Sagittaria sanfordii). This species and corresponding mitigation measures are discussed below.

4.4.4.2 Plants
Sensitive natural communities or special status plants were not observed within the surveyed areas at the time of the biological reconnaissance survey, however there is the potential for Sanford's Arrowhead to occur on the edges of the basins within the APE. There is potential for Project activities to impact individual plants which constitutes a violation of State and federal laws and is considered a significant impact under CEQA. Mitigation measures are warranted and are identified in Section 4.4.4 below. With implementation of mitigation measures BIO-7, BIO-8, and BIO-9, impacts would be reduced to less than significant. b) Would the project have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
No Impact. There are no CNDDB-designated natural communities of special concern recorded within the APE or surrounding lands. The APE contains existing stormwater retention basins, canals, and buried pipelines. The lands surrounding the Foothill Basin, Veterans Park Basin, Milton Basin, Tuolumne Basin, Avila Basin, and Manning Basin consist mainly of residential housing, while the Industrial Basin is surrounded by vacant agricultural fields and industrial buildings. There would be no impact. c) Would the project have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means? No Impact. Potential Waters of the United States, riparian habitat, typical wetlands, vernal pools, lakes, or streams, and other sensitive natural communities were not observed onsite at the time of the biological 14 California Department of Fish and Wildlife. (2021, November). California Natural Diversity Database. (Accessed November 2021).

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project survey. Although a wetland was listed within the National Wetland Inventory database,' groundwater recharge basins are manmade structures designed to provide water infiltration to remove pollutant found in stormwater runoff. Continued and on-going maintenance is required and includes scraping the bottom of accumulated sediment and debris to provide optimal infiltration. As such these basins should not require additional regulatory involvement. Implementation of the Project would have no impact on jurisdictional waters, wetlands, navigable waters, wild and scenic rivers, riparian habitat or other water features.

Therefore, the Project would not require jurisdictional permits from regulatory compliance agencies. There d) Would the project interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites?
No Impact. Wildlife movement corridors are routes that animals regularly and predictably follow during seasonal migration, dispersal from native ranges, daily travel within home ranges, and inter-population movements. Movement corridors in California are typically associated with valleys, ridgelines, and rivers and creeks supporting riparian vegetation.

Most of the APE does not contain features that would be likely to function as wildlife movement corridors as all of the basins are surrounded by chain link fencing. Some of the pipelines for the Project are within existing roads which proves to be dangerous for species movement. Other portions cross lots that are currently vacant. The canals could be potentially used as wildlife movement corridors, but the disturbance would be temporary and minimal. Further, most of the APE is located in an area where it is possible to be used by species more tolerant of consistent human activities such as some birds and gophers but is not ideal due to the heavy disturbance of human activities, which would discourage dispersal and migration.

There would be no impact.
d) e) Would the project conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance?
No Impact. The Project would not interfere with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance. Continued and on-going maintenance of the basins is required and includes vegetation removal to provide optimal infiltration. There would be no impact.
e) f) Would the project conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan? No Impact. A wetland was identified within the Milton basin on the National Wetland Inventory database. 16 The Milton basin is a manmade structure built prior to 1984, houses surrounding the basin were built between 1959 and 1992. The stormwater basin needs to be regularly maintained to perform effectively, it is not considered a wetland. This would mean there is no net loss of wetlands in the area. There are no known habitat conservation plans (HCPs) or a Natural Community Conservation Plan in the Project vicinity. There would be no impact.
15 National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) map. (2021). Retrieved December 2021, from http://fws.gov/wetlands/Data/Mapper.html 16 National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) map. (2021). Retrieved December 2021, from http://fws.gov/wetlands/Data/Mapper.html 17 Fresno County General Plan. (2000, October). Fresno County. Retrieved from Fresno County General Plan Policy Document:
https://www.co.fresno.ca.us/departments/public-works-planning/divisions-of-public-works-and-planning/development-services- division/planning-and-land-use/general-plan-maps (Accessed December 2021).

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4.4.4 Mitigation
BIO-1 (Avoidance): The Project's construction activities would occur, if feasible, between September 16 and January 31 (outside of nesting bird season) in an effort to avoi impacts to nesting birds
BIO-2 (Pre-construction Surveys): If activities must occur within nesting bird season (February

1. to September 15), a qualified biologist would conduct pre-construction surveys for Swainson's hawk nests onsite and within a 0.5-mile radius. This survey would be conducted in accordance with the Recommended Timing and Methodology for Swainson's Hawk Nesting Surveys in California's Central Valley's or current guidance. The pre-construction survey would also provide a presence/absence survey for all other sesting birds within. A raptor nadi would bo cot, ndered than dayop for to the- BIO-3 (Establish Buffers): On discovery of any active nests near work areas, the biologist would determine appropriate construction setback distances based on applicable CDFW and/or USFWS guidelines and/or the biology of the species in question. Construction buffers would be identified with flagging, fencing, or other easily visible means, and would be maintained until the biologist has determined that the nestlings have fledged, dens are inactive, and/or based on a direction from a qualified biologist on next steps.

B1O-4 (Pre-construction Survey): A qualified biologist shall conduct a pre-construction survey to determine if the existing coyote dens are still active in the Industrial Basin 30 days prior to ground disturbing activities. If dens are found to be active exclusion of this species from the site will be necessary. If dens are found inactive, immediate destruction of the dens should occur under the direction of a qualified biologist.

BIO-5 (Exclusion): A qualified biologist will install one-way doors to ensure the coyotes are unable to reenter dens. Exclusion fencing will be installed around the Industrial Basin as to not allow the species to reenter the APE. Den eviction will occur outside of pupping season March - September, '9 and in accordance with CDFW's recommendations. If the sile require occur before pupping season March- september, then full avoidance B1O-6 (Avoidance): If work must occur within pupping season March - September a disturbance-free buffer be placed around the area with appropriate entrance and exit areas as not to disturb the adults or the pups until it has been determined that the pups have been weaned and full eviction occurs with use of one-way doors.

BIO-7 (Focused Survey): A qualified botanist/biologist will conduct a pre-construction survey for Sanford's Arrowhead during the bloom season (May-October) in accordance with CDFW's Protocols for Surveying and Evaluating Impacts to Special Status Native Plant May 2022 4-29
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BIO-8 (Avoidance): If Sanford's Arrowhead are identified during the survey, a disturbance-free buffer will be placed around the area as not to disturb the plants or its root system.

B1O-9 (Formal Consultation): If rare plant individuals or populations or sensitive natural communities are detected within Project work areas during the focused survey, the Project proponent shall initiate consultation with CDFW. If CDFW determines that "take" annot be avoided, the Project proponent may be required to obtain an Incidental Take Permit (ITP)
20 California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). (2018, March). Protocois for Surveying and Evaluating Impacts to Special Status Native Plant Populations and Sensative Natural Communities. Retrieved December 2021, from https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=18959&inline May 2022 4-30
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4.5 CULTURAL RESOURCES
Table 4-11: Cultural Resources Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of a historical resource
pursuant to in § 15064.5?
Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of an archaeological resource
pursuant to § 15064.5?
c) Disturb any human remains, including
those interred outside of dedicated
cemeteries?

4.5.1 Baseline Conditions
Phase 1 Cultural Resources Field Survey
An intensive Class III Inventory/Phase I Survey of the Project APE was conducted by ASM Associates in January 2022. The field methods employed included intensive pedestrian examination of the ground surface for evidence of archaeological sites in the form of artifacts, surface features (such as bedrock mortars, historical mining equipment), and archaeological indicators (e.g., organically enriched midden soil, burnt animal bone); the identification and location of any discovered sites, should they be present; tabulation and recording of surface diagnostic artifacts; site sketch mapping; preliminary evaluation of site integrity; and site recording, following the California Office of Historic Preservation Instructions for Recording Historic Resources and the BLM 8100 Manual, using DPR 523 forms. (See Appendix C) The survey fieldwork conducted in January 2022, used parallel transects spaced at 15-meter intervals walked across the recharge basin and pipeline route locations, totaling approximately 21.2-ac. The locations of three previously recorded resources were re-located within the APEs and assessed: the Kingsburg - Centerville Canal, the Santa Fe Canal, and the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railroad grade. The Santa Fe Canal and the BNSF Railroad grade are no longer present within the City of Parlier, having been placed in an underground pipeline through town, and entirely demolished and removed, respectively. Neither of these two previous recorded cultural resources still exist in their original condition.

Two of the three previously recorded resources, the Santa Fe Canal and Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad grade, are no longer present within the City of Parlier and thus the Project APE. Three segments of the Kingsburg - Centerville Canal were documented during the survey. This cultural resource was recommended as not eligible to the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. Due to this resource's lack of integrity of materials, workmanship, design, setting and feel, and also recommend it as not eligible for the California Register of Historical Places. (See Appendix C) May 2022 4-31
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BRG: 15°N (T) POS: 11N 271310 4053277 ₺31ft ALT: 196ft
PNP Parlier Survey
P-10-005812 (Industrial Basin segment): 19 Jan 2022 10:48:46 Figure 4-6: Centerville-Kingsburg Canal (P-10-005812) at location of Industrial Basin pipeline tie-in.

SW
210 240 270 300 330
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BRG: 277°W (T) POS: 11N 273979 4054774 +42ft ALT: 254ft PNP Parlier Survey"
P-10-004675 (Destroyed @ cast most corridor 19. Jan 2022,11:41:45 Figure 4-7: Former location of BNSF Rail Road (P-10-004675) within the northeast pipeline APE.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Records Search
A records search from the Southern San Joaquin Valley Information Center (SSJVIC) of the California Historical Resources Information System (CHRIS), located at California State University, Bakersfield was conducted in December 2021. The SSJVIC records search includes a review of all recorded archaeological and built-environment resources as well as a review of cultural resource reports on file. In addition, the California Points of Historical Interest, the California Historical Landmarks, the California Register of Historical Resources, the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), and the California State Built Environment Resources Directory listings were reviewed for the above referenced APE and an additional ¼-mile radius. Due to the sensitive nature of cultural resources, archaeological site locations are not released.

Additional sources included the State Office of Historic Preservation Historic Properties Directory, Archaeological Determinations of Eligibility, and the California Inventory of Historic Resources. (See Appendix C)
Native American Outreach
The Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) in Sacramento was contacted in December 2021. It was provided with a brief description of the Project and a map showing its location with a request that the NAHC perform a search of the Sacred Lands File to determine if any Native American resources have been recorded in the immediate APE. The NAHC identifies, catalogs, and protects Native American cultural resources - ancient places of special religious or social significance to Native Americans and known ancient graves and cemeteries of Native Americans on private and public lands in California. The NAHC is also charged with ensuring California Native American tribes' accessibility to ancient Native American cultural resources on public lands, overseeing the treatment and disposition of inadvertently discovered Native American human remains and burial items, and administering the California Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, among many other powers and duties. NAHC provide a current list of Native American Tribal contacts to notify of the project. The ten tribal representatives identified by NAHC were contacted in writing via United States Postal Service in a letter mailed January 5, 2022, informing each Tribe of the Project.

1. Big Sandy Rancheria of Western Mono Indians, Elizabeth D. Kipp, Chairperson

2. Cold Springs Rancheria, Carol Bill, Chairperson

3. Dunlap Band of Mono Indians, Benjamin Charley Jr., Tribal Chair

4. Dunlap Band of Mono Indians, Dirk Charley, Tribal Secretary

5. Kings River Choinumni Farm Tribes, Stan Alec, Tribal Representative

6. North Fork Mono Tribe, Ron Goode, Chairperson

7. Santa Rosa Rancheria Tachi Yokut Tribe, Leo Sisco, Chairperson

8. Table Mountain Rancheria, Brenda Lavell, Chairperson

9. Traditional Choinumni Tribe, Rick Osborne, Cultural Resources

10. Wuksache Indian Tribe/Eshom Valley Band, Kenneth Woodrow, Chairperson The Dumna Wo Wah Tribal Government responded with an email dated February 22, 2022 to ASM. The tribe is requesting for a monitor to be present on site when Project activities are to begin. In addition, the tribe recommends that cultural monitors be in place prior to any, shelters, pipelines, grading, clearing, concrete, fencing or other earth disturbing activities. Any boring activities would require two monitors for the duration of such boring activities. They are requesting two monitors be on site for sifting of all soil resulting from any and all ground disturbing activities from a centimeter to a mile. The tribe is also recommending the use of exclusion fencing where applicable. Due to the location and nature of the proposed Project, mitigation measures outlined below have been incorporated into the Project.

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4.5.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource pursuant to in § 15064.57
Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated. The Project would convert seven existing stormwater basins for recharge use. According to the CHRIS search, five previous studies have been conducted within small portions of the study area, and three linear historic resources were recorded within the study area as a result. These studies and resources, consisting of a railway and two canal systems, and are listed below Table 4-12 and Table 4-13.

Table 4-12: Survey Reports within the APE
IC # FR- Date Author Title
2278 2006 Basin Research Cultural Resource Assessment, 13075 E. South Ave., Parlier, Fresno County, CA
2398 2009 Peak & Assoc. Determination of Eligibility & Effect, 14100 E. Parlier Ave., Parlier, Fresno County, CA
2626 2007 J&R Environmental Phase | Archaeological Survey for the Proposed City Services of Parlier Industrial Park Improvements Project, Parlier, Fresno County, California
2787 2016 EBI Consulting Cultural Resources Survey Parlier CA/411135 South Whitener Avenue, Parlier, Fresno County, California
2865 2016 Environmental Assessment Cultural Resources Records Search and Site Visit Services Results for T-Mobile West, LLC Candidate SC10412A (Whitner Parlier), 7988 South Whitner Avenue,
Parlier, Fresno County, California
An additional 15 previous studies had been completed within 0.5-mi of the study area, resulting in the recording of one cultural resource within that outer radius. This resource is a historical building structure.

An additional archaeological survey is currently being conducted within the project area. (Appendix C) Table 4-13: Cultural Resources within Project APE
Resource Number Name NRHP/CRHR Eligibility Status
P-10-4675 Burlington Northern Santa Fe Rail Not Eligible, Lack of Integrity, Road 2001
P-10-005812/CA-FRE-3572H Centerville-Kingsburg Canal Not Eligible, Lack of Integrity, 2001
P-10-006240/CA-FRE-3655H ! Santa Fe Canal Not Eligible, Lack of Integrity, 2001
The three previously recorded cultural resources within the APE that are listed above and depicted in Figure 4-4 through Figure 4-6, are present on early maps and air photos. The Santa Fe Canal was heavily altered after 1946 while the alignment of the Kingsburg - Centerville Canal has not been changed in the vicinity of Parlier. The Burlington Northern Santa Fe rail road has been dismantled down to its grade through town and no longer exists as a cultural resource at this location. A possible fourth linear cultural May 2022 4-35
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project resource, the Harp Canal, was also identified on sources after 1954. This resource too was heavily altered with the construction of the existing basins and now primarily consists of an underground pipeline through Parlier. (Appendix C)
It is unlikely that the Project has the potential to result in significant impacts or adverse effects to cultural or historical resources, such as archaeological remains, artifacts or historic properties due to the level of disturbance in the existing basin areas. However, in the unlikely event that cultural or historic resources are encountered during Project construction, implementation of mitigation measure CULT-1 outlined below, would reduce impacts to less than significant.
b) Would the project cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to § 15064.5?
Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated. The Project area as a whole has a moderate potential for buried archaeological deposits. However, the seven existing basins will be modified to serve as recharge basins. They have thus already been excavated and are in heavily disturbed locations. The likelihood for intact buried archaeological deposits is therefore considered very low for this Project. (See Appendix C). Implementation of the mitigation measure CUL-1 outlined below, would reduce impacts to less than significant.
c) Would the project disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of dedicated cemeteries? Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated. No formal cemeteries or other places of human internment are known to exist on the Project site; however, in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5 and Public Resource Code Section 5097.98, if human remains are uncovered, Mitigation Measure CUL-2 as outlined below, would be implemented to reduce impacts to less than significant to human remains should they be discovered during construction.

4.5.3 Mitigation
CUL-1 (Archaeological Remains) In the event that archaeological remains are encountered at any time during development or ground-moving activities within the entire project area, all work in the vicinity of the find shall halt until a qualified archaeologist can assess the discovery. The City shall implement all recommendations of the archaeologist necessary to avoid or reduce to a less than significant level potential impacts to cultural resource.

Appropriate actions could include a Data Recovery Plan or preservation in place.

CUL-2 (Human Remains) If human remains are uncovered, or in any other case when human remains are discovered during construction, the Fresno County Coroner will be notified to arrange proper treatment and disposition. If the remains are identified —on the basis of archaeological context, age, cultural associations, or biological traits--as those of a Native American, California Health and Safety Code 7050.5 and Public Resource Code 5097.98 require that the coroner notify the NAHC within 24 hours of discovery. The NAHC will then identify the Most Likely Descendent who will determine the manner in which the remains are treated.

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4.6 ENERGY
Table 4-14: Energy Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
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?

4.6.1 Baseline Condifions
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) supplies electricity and natural gas to the Project area. PG&E obtains its power through hydroelectric, thermal (natural gas), wind, and solar generation of purchases. PG&E continually produces new electric generation and natural gas sources and implements continuous improvements to gas lines throughout its service areas to ensure the provision of services to residents.

New construction would be subject to Titles 20 and 24 of the California Code of Regulations which each serve to reduce demand for electrical energy by implementing energy-efficient standards for residential, as well as non-residential buildings. As the Project does not involve buildings of any kind, these regulations are not applicable.

4.6.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project result in potentially significant environmental impact due to wasteful, inefficient, or unnecessary consumption of energy resources, during project construction or operation? Less than Significant Impact. As discussed in Section 4.3, the Project would not exceed any air emission thresholds during construction or operation. The Project would comply with construction best management practices and will be required to complete a SWPPP as part of construction. Once completed, the Project would be mostly passive in nature and would not use an excessive amount of energy. Therefore, the Project would not result in potentially significant environmental impacts due to wasteful, inefficient, or unnecessary consumption of energy resources during construction or operation.

Impacts would be less than significant.
b) Would the project conflict with or obstruct a state or local plan for renewable energy or energy efficiency?
Less than Significant Impact. The Project would be passive in nature once it is completed, and the construction phase would be temporary in nature and would not exceed any thresholds set by the SJVAPCD. Impacts would be less than significant.

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4.7 GEOLOGY AND SOILS
Table 4-15: Geology and Soils Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
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
L
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? X
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
on- or off-site landslide, lateral spreading,
subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
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 wastewater?
f) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique
paleontological resource or site or unique L • •
geological feature?

4.7.1 Baseline Conditions
Geology and Soils
The Project lies in Fresno County within the Lower San Joaquin Valley, part of the Central Valley of California. The Central Valley is bordered by the Sierra Nevada Mountain Ranges to the east, the Coast Ranges to the west, the Klamath Mountains and Cascade Range to the north, and the Transverse Ranges and Mojave Desert to the south. The area is relatively flat area and is at an elevation between 328-354 feet above sea level.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project map area. The three soil units are primarily used for agriculture in the form of irrigated cropland and annual pasture, uncultivated areas generally host annual grasses and herbaceous plants, in urban areas ornamentals and turf-grass are common.

Table 4-16: Soils of the Area of Potential Effect
Percent of Hydric
Soil Map Hydric Unit Minor Drainage Permeability
Soil Runoff
Unit APE
Units
Sand, 3 to Somewhat
9 percent 3.6% No No excessively Rapid Low runoff
slopes permeability
drained
Delhi Loamy
Somewhat Rapid Very low
Sand, 0 to

11.8% No Yes excessively
3 percent permeability runoff
drained
slopes
Sandy
Well Moderately
loam, O to Very low

11.5% No No rapid
1 percent drained runoff
Hanford permeability
slopes
Fine sandy Moderately

47.2% No Well rapid Very low
Yes drained
loam runoff
permeability
Loamy Somewhat Moderately
Sand, 0 to Very low
Tujunga 25.9% No Yes excessively rapid
3 percent drained permeability runoff
slopes
None of the major soil mapping units were identified as hydric. Some of the minor soil mapping units, which make up 1.439% of the soil in the APE, were identified as hydric (NRCS, 2021). Hydric soils are defined as soils that are saturated, flooded, or ponded long enough during the growing season to develop anaerobic conditions such that under sufficiently wet conditions, hydrophytic vegetation can be supported.

The complete Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Web Soil Survey report is available in Appendix D of Appendix B.

Faults and Seismicity
According to the Department of Conservation Fault Activity Map the nearest fault to the Project APE is the Clovis Fault approximately 15 miles to the north. 2 The Clovis Fault is not an active fault. The nearest active fault to the Project area is the Kern County Fault approximately 45 miles to the east of the Project site.

Liquefaction
Liquefaction is the loss of land during seismic activity due to loosely packed or waterlogged soils. According to the California Geological Survey, there are no areas that should experience liquefaction near the Project site.?
21 (California Department of Conservation 2015)
22 (California Department of Conservation (DOC) n.d.)
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Soil subsidence is the sinking of the ground due to excessive groundwater pumping. According to the United States Geological Survey, there are no areas of soil subsidence located in the Project area.23 Dam and Levee Failure
According to the California Dam Breach Inundation Map, the Project area is not at risk of flooding due to a dam or levee failure.24

4.7.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project 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?
a-i-a-ii) Less than Significant Impact. Ground shaking intensity is largely a function of distance from the earthquake epicenter and underlying geology. The City of Parlier is not in the immediate vicinity of an active fault zone but could experience ground shaking during a large earthquake. The most common impact associated with strong ground shaking is damage to structures and no structures are associated with the Project. The Project would not directly or indirectly cause potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving the 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. No known faults with evidence of historic activity cut through the valley soils in the Project site's area. Due to the geology of the Project area and its distance from active faults, the potential for loss of life, property damage, ground settlement, or liquefaction to occur in the Project area is considered minimal. Therefore, impacts would be less than significant.
iii. Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction? Less than Significant Impact. The Project would not directly or indirectly cause potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction. Liquefaction describes a phenomenon in which a saturated soil loses strength during an earthquake as a result of induced shearing strains. Lateral and vertical movement of the soil mass combined with ioss of bearing usually results. Loose sand, high groundwater conditions (where the water table is less than 30 feet below the surface), higher intensity earthquakes, and particularly long duration of ground shaking are the requisite conditions for liquefaction. Therefore, impacts would be less than significant.
iv. Landslides?
23 (United States Geological Survey 2020)
24 (California Department of Water Resources n.d.)
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Less than Significant Impact. The Project is located on the Valley floor where no major geologic landforms exist on or near the site that could result in a landslide event. The potential landslide impact at this location is minimal as the site is more than 20 miles from the foothills and the local topography is essentially flat and level. There will be no impact.
b) Would the project result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? Less than Significant Impact. Earthmoving activities associated with the Project would include excavation and basin construction to achieve the desired depth. These activities could expose soils to erosion processes and the extent of erosion would vary depending on slope steepness/stability, vegetation/cover, concentration of runoff, and weather conditions. Dischargers whose projects disturb one (1) or more acres of soil, or whose projects disturb less than one acre but are part of a larger common plan of development that in total disturbs one or more acres, are required to obtain coverage under the General Permit for Discharges of Storm Water Associated with Construction Activity Construction General Permit Order 2009-0009-DWQ. Construction activity subject to this permit includes clearing, grading, and disturbances to the ground such as stockpiling or excavation but does not include regular maintenance activities performed to restore the original line, grade, or capacity of the facility. The Construction General Permit requires the development of a SWPPP. Since the Project site has relatively flat terrain with a low potential for soil erosion and would comply with the SWRCB requirements, the impact would be less than significant.
c) Would the project 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?
Less than Significant Impact. Most of the Project site and the surrounding area do not have any substantial grade changes to the point where the basins would expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects on-or offsite such as landslides, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction, or collapse. Subsidence and liquefaction risk are low to moderate at the site.? Any impact would be less than significant.
d) Would the project 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? Less than Significant Impact. The soil at the Project site is Delhi sand, Delhi loamy sand, Hanford sandy loam, Hanford fine sandy loam, and Tujunga loamy sand. Permeability ranges from moderately rapid to rapid, which is desired for recharge basins. The Project will not contain any facilities that could be affected by expansive soils, nor would substantial grading change the topography such that the project would generate substantial risks to life or property. The Project will be consistent with the California Building Standards Code; therefore, impacts would be less than significant. e) Would the project have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of wastewater? No Impact. Disposal of wastewater is not necessary for the Project, therefore there would be no impact. 25 (United State Geological Survey (USGS) n.d.); (California Department of Conservation (DOC) n.d.) May 2022 4-41
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No Impact. Unique paleontological resources or sites or unique geological features have not been identified in the Project area. There would be no impact.

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4.8 GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
Table 4-17: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
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?

4.8.1 Environmental Setting
Commonly identified GHG emissions and sources include the following:

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is an odorless, colorless natural greenhouse gas. CO2 is emitted from natural and anthropogenic sources. Natural sources include the following: decomposition of dead organic matter; respiration of bacteria, plants, animals, and fungus; evaporation from oceans; and volcanic out gassing. Anthropogenic sources include the burning of coal, oil, natural gas, and wood.

Methane (CH4) is a flammable greenhouse gas. A natural source of methane is the anaerobic decay of organic matter. Geological deposits, known as natural gas fields, also contain methane, which is extracted for fuel. Other sources are from landfills, fermentation of manure, and ruminants such as cattle.

Nitrous oxide (NO), also known as laughing gas, is a colorless greenhouse gas. Nitrous oxide is produced by microbial processes in soil and water, including those reactions that occur in fertilizer containing nitrogen. In addition to agricultural sources, some industrial processes (fossil fuel-fired power plants, nylon production, nitric acid production, and vehicle emissions) also contribute to its atmospheric load.

Carbon dioxide equivalent (COze), CO2e is the summation of CO2, CH4, and N20, multiplied by each greenhouse gases' global warming potential (GWP). For purposes of this analysis, CH4 and N20 are assigned a multiplier of 25 and 298, respectively, based on longevity in the atmosphere and the intensity of infrared absorbed. This is consistent with CARB's calculation and the 2007 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change fourth assessment report (AR4).

Water vapor is the most abundant, and variable greenhouse gas. It is not considered a pollutant; in the atmosphere, it maintains a climate necessary for life.

Ozone (O3) is known as a photochemical pollutant and is a greenhouse gas; however, unlike other greenhouse gases, ozone in the troposphere is relatively short-lived and, therefore, is not global in nature. Ozone is not emitted directly into the atmosphere but is formed by a complex series of chemical reactions between volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxides, and sunlight.

Aerosols are suspensions of particulate matter in a gas emitted into the air through burning biomass (plant material) and fossil fuels. Aerosols can warm the atmosphere by absorbing and emitting heat and can cool the atmosphere by reflecting light.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are nontoxic, nonflammable, insoluble, and chemically unreactive in the troposphere (the level of air at the earth's surface). CFCs were first synthesized in 1928 for use as refrigerants, aerosol propellants, and cleaning solvents. CFCs destroy stratospheric ozone; therefore, their production was stopped as required by the Montreal Protocol in 1987.

Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are synthetic chemicals that are used as a substitute for CFCs. Of all the greenhouse gases, HFCs are one of three groups (the other two are perfluorocarbons and sulfur hexafluoride) with the highest global warming potential. HFCs are human-made for applications such as air conditioners and refrigerants.

Perfluorocarbons (PFCs) have stable molecular structures and do not break down through the chemical processes in the lower atmosphere; therefore, PFCs have long atmospheric lifetimes, between 10,000 and 50,000 years. The two main sources of PFCs are primary aluminum production and semiconductor manufacture.

Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is an inorganic, odorless, colorless, nontoxic, nonflammable gas. It has the highest global warming potential of any gas evaluated. Sulfur hexafluoride is used for insulation in electric power transmission and distribution equipment, in the magnesium industry, in semiconductor manufacturing, and as a tracer gas for leak detection.

There are uncertainties as to exactly what the climate changes will be in various local areas of the earth, and what the effects of clouds will be in determining the rate at which the mean temperature will increase.

There are also uncertainties associated with the magnitude and timing of other consequences of a warmer planet: sea level rise, spread of certain diseases out of their usual geographic range, the effect on agricultural production, water supply, sustainability of ecosystems, increased strength and frequency of storms, extreme heat events, air pollution episodes, and the consequence of these effects on the economy.

Emissions of GHGs contributing to global climate change are largely attributable to human activities associated with the industrial/manufacturing, utility, transportation, residential, and agricuitural sectors.

About three-quarters of human emissions of CO2 to the global atmosphere during the past 20 years are due to fossil fuel burning. Atmospheric concentrations of CO2, CHa, and NO have increased 31 percent, 151 percent, and 17 percent respectively since the year 1750 (CEC 2008). GHG emissions are typically expressed in carbon dioxide-equivalents (COze), based on the GHG's Global Warming Potential (GWP). The GWP is dependent on the lifetime, or persistence, of the gas molecule in the atmosphere. For example, one ton of CHa has the same contribution to the greenhouse effect as approximately 21 tons of CO2.

Therefore, CH4 is a much more potent GHG than CO2.

The Air Quality Output Files were prepared in January 2022 and are contained in Appendix A.

4.8.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project generate greenhouse gas emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment?
Less than Significant Impact. Construction of the Project would result in GHG emissions from operation of both on-road and off-road equipment. As discussed previously, Project operations would require routine maintenance conducted by existing staff and would not be a source of new emissions, and therefore are not addressed further. As shown in Table 3 15, the Project would be below the Bay Area Air Quality Management District thresholds for total Project emissions and well below the thresholds after amortizing the construction emissions. Therefore, the GHG emissions from the proposed Project would not have significant impacts on climate change.

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EMISSIONS (MT COZE)
Construction 162.8582
Amortized over Life of Project (30 years) 5.4286
AB 32 Consistency Threshold for Land-Use Development Projects 1,100 Exceed Threshold? No
b) Would the project conflict with an applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases?
Less than Significant Impact. After Project construction, operational GHG emissions would consist of routine maintenance conducted by existing staff and would not generate any new emissions during operations. The Project would provide potable water to residences whose current water sources do not meet safety standards. GHG emissions from the Project construction activities would be temporary and would not have a long-term impact on the state's ability to achieve the Scoping Plan's emission reduction targets for 2030 or beyond. Based on this, the Project would be consistent with the 2017 Scoping Plan and would not conflict with any applicable plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing GHG emissions; therefore, impacts would be less than significant.

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4.9 HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Table 4-18 Hazards and Hazardous Materials Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment through the routine
X
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 L
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?
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 for 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?

4.9.1 Baseline Conditions
Hazardous Materials
The Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites (Cortese) List is a planning document used by the State, local agencies, and developers to comply with CEQA requirements in providing information about the location of hazardous materials release sites. Government Code Section 65962.5 requires the California Environmental Protection Agency to develop at least annually an updated Cortese List. The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTS) is responsible for a portion of the information contained in the Cortese List. Other State and local government agencies are required to provide additional hazardous material release information for the Cortese List. DTSC's EnviroStor database provides DTS's component of Cortese List data (DTSC, 2010). In addition to the EnviroStor database, the State Water Resources Control Board May 2022 4-46
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project (SWRCB) Geotracker database provides information on regulated hazardous waste facilities in California, including underground storage tank (UST) cases and non-UST cleanup programs, including Spills-Leaks- Investigations-Cleanups sites, Department of Defense sites, and Land Disposal program. A search of the DTSC EnviroStor database and the SWRCB Geotracker performed on December 14, 2021, determined that there are no known active hazardous waste generators or hazardous material spill sites within the Project site or immediate surrounding vicinity. Historically, there have been multiple previous hazardous spill sites within the City of Parlier, but the cases have since been cleaned up and closed.

Airports
The Project area is located approximately 5.8 miles northeast of the Selma Airport and approximately 5.6 miles southwest of the Reedley Airport. The Project site is not located inside an Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for either of the mentioned airports.

Emergency Response Plan
The City of Parlier does not have an adopted Emergency Response Plan.

Sensitive Receptors
Sensitive Receptors are groups that would be more affected by air, noise, and light pollution, pesticides, and other toxic chemicals than others. This includes infants, children under 16, elderly over 65, athletes, and people with cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. High concentrations of these groups would include, daycares, residential areas, hospitals, elder care facilities, schools and parks. Because the Project site is located within an urbanized setting, there would be sensitive receptor areas near the seven basin sites and proposed pipeline connections. These include the single- and multi-family residences, schools, and parks that surround the Project sites with the Project APE.

4.9.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials?
b) Would the project 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?
a) and b) Less than Significant Impact. There would be no transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials associated with Project construction, with the exception of diesel fuel for construction equipment. Any potential accidental hazardous materials spills during Project construction are the responsibility of the contractor to remediate in accordance with industry best management practices c) Would the project emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? Less than Significant Impact. Although multiple proposed groundwater recharge basins are located adjacent to a school, there would be no transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials associated with Project construction, except for diesel fuel for construction equipment. Any potential accidental hazardous materials spills during construction would comply with industry Best Management Practices (BMP) and local jurisdictional regulations. Therefore, impacts would be less than significant.

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Less than Significant Impact. The Project does not involve land that is listed as an active hazardous materials site pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and is not included on a list compiled by DTSC. Both the State Water Quality Control Board's GeoTracker and DTSC's EnviroStor websites were queried on December 14, 2021, for contaminated groundwater or sites in the area with negative findings.

Operation of the recharge basins and supporting infrastructure would not involve the transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials and the parcels to be utilized for the basins have not been identified as active hazardous waste generators or hazardous material spill sites. Facility operation would be consistent with that of other similar basins in that groundwater conditions would be monitored to minimize negative impacts on the surrounding areas (such as nearby wells, crops, and septic systems).

The impacts would be less than significant.
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 for people residing or working in the project area? No Impact. The Project is not located within two miles of an existing airstrip or airport and is not located within any ALUCP. Therefore, there would be no impact.
f) Would the project impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
Less than Significant Impact. The Project would not impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan. Therefore, impacts would be less than significant.
g) Would the project expose people or structures, either directly or indirectly, to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires?
No Impact. The Project would not expose people or structures, either directly or indirectly, to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires. As discussed in Section 4.21, the Project site is not located in an area designated as being a State Responsibility Area or in a very high fire hazard severity area. The Project site is located in an urbanized area inside the City of Parlier, where wildland fires are unlikely to occur. Therefore, there would be no impact.

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4.10 HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
Table 4-19: Hydrology and Water Quality Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
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 the course of a
•
stream or river or through the addition of
impervious surfaces, in a manner which
would:
result in substantial erosion or
L X
siltation on- or off-site;
ii. substantially increase the rate or
amount of surface runoff in a manner
L
which would result in flooding on- or
off-site;
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? X
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?

4.10.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project area is located in the San Joaquin Valley Kings Subbasin and the City of Parlier is a member of the South Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA). 26 The Kings River winds southward from the Sierra Nevada Mountains and passes approximately four miles northeast and east of the Project site. The Kings River starts at Helen Lake near John Muir Pass at an elevation of nearly 12,000 feet and runs southwest to Stratford near Lemoore Naval Station. The river is primarily fed by snowfall that accumulates in the winter months and flows into the river when melted. The nearest area with flood potential is 26 (California Department of Water Resources 2018); (South Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency 2021) May 2022 4-49
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Zone X unshaded designated areas on FEMA maps represent areas with minimal flooding risk

4.10.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements or otherwise substantially degrade surface or ground water quality?
Less than Significant Impact. SWRCB requires that a SWPPP be prepared for projects that disturb one (1) acre or more of soil. A SWPPP involves site planning and scheduling, limiting disturbed soil areas, and determining best management practices (BMPs) to minimize the risk of pollution and sediments being discharged from construction sites. Implementation of the SWPPP would minimize the potential for the Project to substantially alter the existing drainage pattern in a manner that would result in substantial erosion or siltation onsite or offsite. Additionally, there would be no discharge to any surface source.

However, by design, there would be percolation discharge to groundwater via the proposed recharge basins. Use of chemicals or surfactants would not be generated through the maintenance or operation of the Project and as such, there would be no discharge directly associated with Project implementation that could impact water quality standards. The Project would not violate any water quality standards and would not impact waste discharge requirements. The impact would be less than significant. b) Would the project substantially decrease groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that the project may impede sustainable groundwater management of the Less than Significant Impact. The purpose of the Project consists of converting seven stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins, and connecting those basins, in addition to an eight basin, to CID facilities to improve groundwater supplies to help mitigate the City's pumping for municipal water uses. The Project would slow the decline of groundwater levels in the underlying San Joaquin Valley Kings Subbasin. No additional groundwater would be required compared to baseline conditions; therefore, the impacts would be less than significant. The Project would not substantially decrease groundwater supplies or interfere with groundwater recharge. Impacts would be less than significant. c) Would the project 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 on- or off-site; Less than Significant Impact. The conversion to recharge basins would allow for improved surface water management by the City. The Project would consist of excavating to a uniform depth for the purpose of groundwater recharge. In order to minimize erosion and run-off during construction activities, a SWPPP 2 (United States Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 2020) 28 (California Environmental Protection Agency 2010)
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ii. substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on - or off-site;
No Impact. This Project will not result in an increase in the amount of surface runoff because the scope of this Project does not include the conversion of any permeable surface into impermeable surfaces.

There would be no impact.
ili. 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
No Impact. The Project would convert existing stormwater retention basins to groundwater recharge basins and connect these basins to CID facilities. The Project would not create or contribute runoff water.

There would be no impact.
iv. impede or redirect flood flows?
No Impact. The Project would not impede or redirect flood flows. The Project is designed to receive water from CID facilities and allow the water to infiltrate into the ground, thereby facilitating recharge of the underlying aquifer. There would be no impact.
d) Would the project in flood hazard, tsunami, or seiche zones, risk release of pollutants due to project inundations?
No Impact. The Project is not located in a flood hazard, tsunami, or seiche zone; therefore, there would be no impact.
e) Would the project conflict with or obstruct implementation of a water quality control plan or sustainable groundwater management plan?
Less than Significant Impact. The Project would not conflict with implementation of a water quality control plan. It is intended to help implement a groundwater sustainability plan.

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4.12 LAND USE AND PLANNING
Table 4-20: Land Use and Planning Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
f) Physically divide an established
X
community?
g) Cause a significant environmental impact
due to a conflict with any land use plan,
policy, or regulation adopted for the
purpose of avoiding or mitigating an
environmental effect?

4.12.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project area is classified by DOC's FMMP as Urban and Built-Up Land, Farmland of Local Importance, Farmland of Statewide Importance, and Prime Farmland. The Project APE has multiple General Plan land use designations and zoning designations. The Project's City of Parlier land use designation consists of Medium-Low Density Residential, Medium Density Residential, Ponding Basin, Light Industrial, Park, Open Space, Community Commercial, and Public Facilities. Within Fresno County, a portion of the Project is designated Agriculture. (Figure 4-9) The Project's zoning within the City of Parlier consists of Single-Family Residential, Low Density/Multiple Family Residential, Central Trading, Manufacturing, Open Space, and Public Facilities. The portion of the Project located within Fresno County is zoned AE-20 (Exclusive Agriculture, 20-Acre Minimum). (Figure 4-10)

4.12.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project physically divide an established community? No Impact. The Project would not physically divide an established community. The stormwater basins are existing and will be upgraded by this project. Access to the adjacent housing to the Project APE would not be affected by construction activities related to the Project. b) Would the project cause a significant environmental conflict with any land use plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? Less than Significant Impact. The existing land uses and zoning designations will remain as is and the Project would not conflict with any land use plan, policy, or regulation adopted as the sites are currently be utilized for a similar use. Therefore, impacts would be less than significant.

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4.13 MINERAL RESOURCES
Table 4-21: Mineral Resources Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
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?
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?

4.13.1 Baseline Conditions
The California Geological Survey (CGS) is responsible for the classification and designation of areas within California containing or potentially containing significant mineral resources. The CGS classifies lands into Aggregate and Mineral Resource Zones (MRZs) based on guidelines adopted by the California State Mining and Geologic Board, as mandated by the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975. These MRs identify whether known or inferred significant mineral resources are presented in areas. Lead agencies are required to incorporate identified MRs resource areas delineated by the state into their general plans.2 While the CGS lists aggregate minerals being located near Parlier, the Parlier General Plan and the Fresno County General Plan do not identify any mineral resource being located in the area of the Project site. 30

4.13.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project 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?
No Impact. The Project would not 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. The Parlier General Plan and the Fresno County General plan do not designate any location within the Project area as being home to any mineral resource that would be of importance to the region or the residents of the state. Therefore, there would be no impact.
b) Would the project 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? No Impact. The Project would not 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. The Parlier General Plan and the Fresno County General Plan do not designate the Project area as being a mineral resource recovery site. Therefore, there would be no impact.
29 Public Resources Code, Section 2762(a)(1).
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4.14 NOISE
Table 4-22: Noise Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project result in: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Generation of a substantial temporary or
permanent increase in ambient noise levels
in the vicinity of the project in excess of
X
standards established in the local general
plan or noise ordinance, or applicable
standards of other agencies?
Generation of excessive ground borne
•
vibration or ground borne noise levels?
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?

4.14.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project area is located in the City of Parlier which is an urbanized area. The surrounding areas are made up typical urban developments such residential, commercial, industrial, and public facilities. The City of Parlier does not have any adopted noise level standards, however, the City provides an exemption for an exceedance of noise levels when the source is from construction activities, as long as activities do not take place before 7 am and after 7 pm Monday through Friday, and before 9 am and after 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Noise and vibrations created by construction activities diminish 6 decibels with each doubling of distance from the source. In addition, the Project APE is not located within any ALUCP that would cause the Project site to experience excessive noise levels. Table 4-23 below shows the dBA emission levels for commonly used construction equipment, including those that would be used for this Project.

Table 4-23: Construction Equipment Noise Emissions Levels Typical Noise Levels
Equipment 50 ft. from Source
(dBA)
ROCK DRILL 98
PAVER 89
SCRAPER 101
CRANE, DERRICK 98
JACK HAMMER 96
TRUCK 89
CONCRETE MIXER 89
DOZER 88
GRADER 88
IMPACT WRENCH 88
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Equipment 50 ft. from Source
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LOADER 85
PNEUMATIC TOOL 85
CRANE, MOBILE 83
COMPACTOR 82
CONCRETE PUMP 82
SHOVEL
AIR COMPRESSOR 81

GENERATOR
BACKHOE 80
CONCRETE VIBRATOR 76
PUMP 76
SAW
ROLLER 74
Source: (Federal Transit Administration 1995)

4.14.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project result in generation of a 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?
Less than Significant Impact. The City of Parlier does not have any adopted noise level standards.

However, construction activities are allowed between 7 am - 7 pm during the week and between 9 am - 5 pm on the weekends. This would allow for noise levels to exceed the normally accepted levels while being compliant with the applicable regulations. In addition, according to the inverse square law, noise diminishes from its source by 6 dBA with each doubling of distance from origin. As a result, any noise generated from the Project would have a diminished effect when heard from people in the surrounding area. Therefore, impacts would be less than significant. b) Would the project result in generation of excessive ground borne vibration or ground borne noise levels? Less than Significant Impact. Construction equipment generates vibrations that spread through the ground and diminish in amplitude with distance from the source. Construction activities can result in varying degrees of ground vibration, depending on the equipment and methods used, distance to the affected structures, and soil type. The generation of vibration can range from no perceptible effects at the lowest vibration levels, to low rumbling sounds and perceptible vibrations at moderate levels, to slight damage at the highest levels. Given the type of construction, it is not anticipated the Project would generate excessive ground-borne vibration or ground-borne noise levels. In addition, vibration levels subside with increased distance from the source, diminishing the effect the Project would have.

Therefore, impacts would be less than significant.
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? No Impact. The Project is not located in the vicinity of a private airstrip or within an airport land use plan.

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4.15 POPULATION AND HOUSING
Table 4-24: Population and Housing Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Induce substantial unplanned population
growth in an area, either directly (for
Sample, 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 •
X
construction of replacement housing
elsewhere?

4.15.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project is located in Parlier, CA, one of 15 cities within Fresno County. Based on census data, as of 2021, the population of Parlier is approximately 16,170.31

4.15.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project induce substantial unplanned population growth in an area, either directly (for Sample, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)?
Less than Significant Impact. The Project is not expected to induce population growth by encouraging housing development within the vicinity of the Project area upon Project completion. The scope of the Project does not include the construction of additional dwelling units. The proposed improvements are intended to improve and recharge the groundwater under the City to help mitigate the City's pumping for municipal water uses. Impacts would be less than significant. b) Would the project displace substantial numbers of existing people or housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
No Impact. The majority of the Project would be constructed within the footprint of the existing roads, stormwater basins, and portions of vacant lots. Existing people or housing would not be destroyed or displaced. There would be no impact.
31 (World Population Review 2021)
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4.16 PUBLIC SERVICES
Table 4-25: Public Services
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
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:

Fire protection? L
Police protection?
Schools? XXXXI
Parks?
Other public facilities? X

4.16.1 Baseline Conditions
Fire Protection: The closest fire station is Fresno County Fire Parlier Station 71, located approximately 0.4 miles from the nearest portion of the Project APE.

Police Protection: The closest police station is the City of Parlier Police Department located approximately

0.4 miles from the nearest portion of the Project APE.

Schools: The Project APE is scattered throughout the City of Parlier and there are multiple schools scattered throughout the City. The closest school to the Project APE is S. Ben Benavidez Elementary located 250 feet from the Project APE (Tuolumne Basin)
Parks: The closest park is the Earl Ruth Park, which is located within a small portion of the Project APE.

Landfills: Parlier, and the Project APE, is served by the American Avenue Landfill located south of Kerman, approximately 32 miles to the northwest.

4.16.2 Impact Analysis
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:

Fire Protection:

Police Protection:

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iv. Parks:
v. Other public facilities:

No Impact. The Project would not require new or altered governmental facilities in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times, or other performance objectives for public services. The Project involves the conversion of existing stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins, along with the installation of supporting infrastructure. Construction and operation of recharge facilities and supporting infrastructure would not have an impact on the listed public services. There would be no impact.

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4.17 RECREATION
Table 4-26: Recreation Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Increase the use of existing neighborhood
and regional parks or other recreational
facilities such that substantial physical X
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?

4.17.1 Baseline Conditions
The nearest parks to the Project area are Earl Ruth Park, Veterans Park, Veterans Memorial Park and Heritage Park. Earl Ruth Park and Veterans Park both lie adjacent to a proposed basin. Veterans Memorial Park and Heritage Park are both located within a quarter mile of the Project as a whole. There are also multiple schools near the Project area that could be used for recreational purposes. The Project is located adjacent to or within a quarter mile of multiple school sites.

4.17.2 Impact Analysis
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? No Impact. Substantial physical deterioration of recreational facilities in the vicinity of the Project limits is not expected to occur given that the proposed improvements are for improving and recharging groundwater. The improvements are intended to help mitigate the City's pumping for municipal water uses. The nearby recreational facilities will not experience an increased use as a result of the Project.

There would be no impact.
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? No Impact. The Project would not include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities. The Project proposes to convert existing stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins, along with installing supporting infrastructure. There would be no impact.

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4.18 TRANSPORTATION
Table 4-27: Transportation Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
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 section 15064.3, subdivision L X
(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? • • •

4.18.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project area is located in the City of Parlier located in the central portion of Fresno County. The Project spans approximately 21.2 acres and portions of the Project would be constructed in existing rights-of-way.

State Route (SR) 99, the nearest major highway to the Project area, is located approximately four miles to the west. SR 99 provides access to much of the state and runs north through Sacramento, ending in Red Bluff, while it runs south to Bakersfield.

4.18.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project conflict with a plan, ordinance or policy addressing the circulation system, including transit, roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities?
No Impact. The Project would not conflict with a plan, ordinance or policy addressing the circulation system, including transit, roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The Project would not be in conflict with the standards and goals set forth in the City of Parlier General Plan Circulation Element. There would be no impact.
b) Would the project conflict or be inconsistent with CEQA Guidelines section 15064.3 subdivision (b)? No Impact. The proposed improvements of this project are limited to water infrastructure improvements; as such, this project is consistent with CEQA Guidelines section 15064.3 because this project will not have an impact on the long-term vehicle miles traveled. There would be no impact. c) Would the project substantially increase hazards due to a geometric design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? No Impact. The Project does not involve geometric roadway features or propose incompatible uses. No additional roads would be constructed as a result of the Project. There would be no impact.

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4.19 TRIBAL CULTURAL RESOURCES
Table 4-28: Tribal Cultural Resources Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of a tribal cultural resource,
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 the 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 Resources
Code Section 5024.1, the lead agency
shall consider the significance of the
resource to a California Native
American tribe.

4.19.1 Baseline Conditions
Penutian-speaking Yokuts tribal groups occupied the southern San Joaquin Valley region and much of the nearby Sierra Nevada. For a variety of historical reasons, existing research information emphasizes the central Yokuts tribes who occupied both the valley and particularly the foothills of the Sierra. The northernmost tribes suffered from the influx of Euro-Americans during the Gold Rush and their populations were in substantial decline by the time ethnographic studies began in the early twentieth century. In contrast, the southernmost tribes were partially removed by the Spanish to missions and eventually absorbed into multi-tribal communities on the Sebastian Indian Reservation (on Tejon Ranch), and later the Tule River Reservation and Santa Rosa Rancheria to the north. The result is an unfortunate scarcity of ethnographic detail on southern Valley tribes, especially in relation to the rich information collected from the central foothills tribes where native speakers of the Yokuts dialects are still found. Regardless, the general details of indigenous life-ways were similar across the broad expanse of Yokuts territory, particularly in terms of environmentally influenced subsistence and adaptation and with regard to religion and belief, which were similar everywhere.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Phase 1 Cultural Resources Field Survey
An intensive Class JIl inventory/Phase I survey of the Project APE was conducted by ASM Affiliates in January 2022. The field methods employed included intensive pedestrian examination of the ground surface for evidence of archaeological sites in the form of artifacts, surface features (such as bedrock mortars, historical mining equipment), and archaeological indicators (e.g., organically enriched midden soil, burnt animal bone); the identification and location of any discovered sites, should they be present; tabulation and recording of surface diagnostic artifacts; site sketch mapping; preliminary evaluation of site integrity; and site recording, following the California Office of Historic Preservation Instructions for Recording Historic Resources and the BLM 8100 Manual, using DPR 523 forms. Parallel survey transects spaced at 15-m apart were employed for pedestrian survey of the Project APE.

The Project APE currently consists of seven existing stormwater retention basins. The lands surrounding the Foothill Basin, Veterans Park Basin, Milton Basin, Tuolumne Basin, Avila Basin, and Manning Basin consist mainly of residential housing. The Foothill Basin, Veterans Park Basin, Milton, Tuolumne, Avila, Manning and Industrial Basin contains bare ground, sparse herbaceous and riparian vegetation.

Based on these results, the City of Parlier Groundwater Banking Project does not have the potential to result in significant impacts or adverse effects to historical resources or historic properties. (See Section 4.5 above and Appendix C for details of Field Survey)
Records Search
A records search from the Southern San Joaquin Valley Information Center (SSJVIC) of the California Historical Resources Information System (CHRIS), located at California State University, Bakersfield was conducted in December 2021. The SSJVIC records search includes a review of all recorded archaeological and built-environment resources as well as a review of cultural resource reports on file. In addition, the California Points of Historical Interest, the California Historical Landmarks, the California Register of Historical Resources, the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), and the California State Built Environment Resources Directory listings were reviewed for the above referenced APE and an additional ¼-mile radius. Due to the sensitive nature of cultural resources, archaeological site locations are not released.

Additional sources included the State Office of Historic Preservation Historic Properties Directory, Archaeological Determinations of Eligibility, and the California Inventory of Historic Resources. (See Appendix C)
Public Resources Code Section 21080.3.1, et seq. (Codification of AB 52, 2013-14) Public Resources Code Section 21080.3.1, et seq. (codification of AB 52, 2013-14) requires that a lead agency, within 14 days of determining that it would undertake a project, must notify in writing any California Native American Tribe traditionally and culturally affiliated with the geographic area of the project if that Tribe has previously requested notification about projects in that geographic area. The notice must briefly describe the project and inquire whether the Tribe wishes to initiate request formal consultation. Tribes have 30 days from receipt of notification to request formal consultation. The lead agency then has 30 days to initiate the consultation, which then continues until the parties come to an agreement regarding necessary mitigation or agree that no mitigation is needed, or one or both parties determine that negotiation occurred in good faith, but no agreement would be made.

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A search of the NAHC Sacred Lands File was conducted in October 2021. According to the NAHC records, there are no sacred sites or tribal cultural resources are known in or near the Project APE. Letters requesting information on any tribal cultural resources were sent to representatives on the NAHC contact list on January 5, 2022. Follow-up emails were also sent on January 24, 2022, and February 22, 2022 (Appendix C).

4.19.2 Impact Assessment
a) Would the project cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a tribal cultural resource, 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 the 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 Resources Code Section 5024.1, the lead agency shall consider the significance of the resource to a California Native American tribe.

Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated. A search of the NAHC Sacred Lands File was completed for the APE. No tribal cultural resources were identified. Additionally, a records search was conducted at the Southern San Joaquin Valley Archaeological Information Center, California State University, Bakersfield. This search determined that tribal cultural resources were not discovered The City of Parlier has received a consultation letter pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.3.1 (AB 52) from Santa Rosa Rancheria - Tachi Yokut Tribe. A letter was then sent to the tribe with a project description and map of the Project area On January 25, 2022. No response regarding AB 52 was received During general Native American Tribal Outreach efforts, the Dumna Wo Wah Tribal Government responded with an email dated February 22, 2022 to ASM. The tribe is requesting for a monitor to be present on site when Project activities are to begin. In addition, the tribe recommends that cultural monitors be in place prior to any, shelters, pipelines, grading, clearing, concrete, fencing or other earth disturbes act are. Any born Netite rs le on sire for sting ors fort eduring for such brial, ground disturbing activities from a centimeter to a mile. The tribe is also recommending the use of exclusion fencing where applicable.

There is little chance the Project would cause a substantial adverse change to the significance of a tribal cultural resource as defined. Mitigation Measures CUL-1 and CUL-2, described in Section 4.5.3 are recommended in the event cultural materials or human remains are unearthed during excavation or construction. Implementation of mitigation measures outlined above would reduce impacts to tribal cultural resources to less than significant impacts.

Given the nature and location of the Project and related activities, the City does not feel that any tribal monitors would be necessary for any of its activities.

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4.20 UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
Table 4-29: Utilities and Service Systems Impacts
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Would the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
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?
b) Have sufficient water supplies available to
serve the project and reasonably
X
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
X
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, or otherwise impair
the attainment of solid waste reduction
goals?
e) Comply with federal, state, and local
management and reduction statutes and X
regulations related to solid waste?

4.20.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project area is located in the San Joaquin Valley Kings Subbasin and the City of Parlier is a member of the South Kings GSA. Declines in groundwater basin storage from groundwater overdraft are recurring problems in the Central Valley. Measures to ensure groundwater conservation in the city are being employed in order to help recharge the groundwater availability for the area.

4.20.2 Impact Analysis
a) Would the project 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? Less than Significant Impact. The Project would not require relocation or expansion of existing facilities for wastewater treatment, storm water drainage, electric power, natural gas, or telecommunications.

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b) Would the project have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project and reasonably foreseeable future development during normal, dry and multiple dry years? No Impact. The Project would not include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities The Project includes the conversion of existing stormwater retention basins to groundwater recharge basins and connecting them to CID facilities to increase the availability of wet-year recharge capacity. Project operation is passive and would not reduce the area's available water supply under any scenario. There would be no impact.
c) Would the project 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?
No Impact. The Project does not require wastewater treatment, so analysis of capacity is unwarranted.

There would be no impact.
d) Would the project generate solid waste in excess of State or local standards, or in excess of the capacity of local infrastructure, or otherwise impair the attainment of solid waste reduction goals? No Impact. The Project would not generate any solid waste, therefore there would be no impact. e) Would the project comply with federal, state, and local management and reduction statutes and regulations related to solid waste?
No Impact. The Project would comply with all federal, State, and local standards, policies, and goals. There would be no impact.
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4.21 WILDFIRE
Table 4-30: Wildfire Impacts
Less than
If located in or near state
Potentially Significant Less than
responsibility areas or lands classified
Significant with Significant No Impact
as very high fire hazard severity
Impact Mitigation Impact
zones, would the project:

Incorporated
Substantially impair an adopted emergency
response plan or emergency evacuation
Due to slope, prevailing winds, and other
factors, exacerbate wildfire risks, and
thereby expose project occupants to
pollutant concentrations from a wildfire or
the uncontrollable spread of wildfire?
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
Expose people or structures to significant
risks, including downslope or downstream
flooding or landslides, as a result of runoff,
post-fire slope instability, or drainage

4.21.1 Baseline Conditions
The Project area is served by the Fresno County Fire Protection District.. The area is not located in a very high fire hazard severity zone nor is the site located in a State Responsibility Area. The nearest very high fire hazard severity zone is located approximately 28 miles east of the site.32 The nearest State Responsibility Area is approximately 10 miles northeast of the site. 33 The Project would not result in population growth, and it does not involve the construction of any habitable structures.

4.21.2 Impact Analysis
a) If located in or near state responsibility areas or lands classified as very high fire hazard severity zones, would the project substantially impair an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
b) If located in or near state responsibility areas or lands classified as very high fire hazard severity zones, would the project 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 a wildfire?
32 (ArcGIS n.d.)
33 (ArcGIS n.d.)
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project c) If located in or near state responsibility areas or lands classified as very high fire hazard severity zones, would the project 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) If located in or near state responsibility areas or lands classified as very high fire hazard severity zones, would the project expose people or structures to significant risks, including downslope or downstream flooding or landslides, as a result of runoff, post-fire slope instability, or drainage changes? a-d) No Impact. The Project is not located in a State Responsibility Area or on lands classified as very high severity zones. The Project is located at least 15 miles from any State Responsibility Area, or an area determined to be considered a very high fire hazard severity zone. Further analysis of the Project's potential impacts regarding wildfire are not warranted. There would be no impacts.

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4.22 CEQA MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
Table 4-31: CEQA Mandatory Findings of Significance
Less than
Potentially Significant Less than
Does the project: Significant with Significant No Impact Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporated
a) Have the potential to substantially 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,
substantially reduce the number or restrict the
range of a rare or endangered plant or animal
or eliminate important examples of the major
periods of California history or prehistory?
b) 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) Have environmental effects which will cause
substantial adverse effects on human beings, • •
either directly or indirectly?

4.22.1 Statement of Findings
a) Does the project have the potential to substantially 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, substantially reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory?
Less than Significant Impact with Mitigation Incorporated. The analysis conducted in this IS/MND results in a determination that the Project, with incorporation of mitigation measures, will have a less than significant effect on the environment. The potential for impacts to biological resources, cultural resources, and tribal cultural resources from the construction and operation of the Project will be less than significant with the incorporation of the mitigation measures discussed in Chapter 5 Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program. Accordingly, the Project will involve no potential for significant impacts through the degradation of the quality of the environment, the reduction in the habitat or population of fish or wildlife, including endangered plants or animals, the elimination of a plant or animal community or example of a major period 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)?
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Less than Significant Impact. CEOA Guidelines Section 15064(i) States that a Lead Agency shall consider whether the cumulative impact of a project is significant and whether the effects of the project are cumulatively considerable. The assessment of the significance of the cumulative effects of a project must, therefore, be conducted in connection with the effects of past projects, other current projects, and probable future projects. The Project would include the conversion of the seven existing stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins and connecting these basins and an additional basin - eight basins total - to Consolidated Irrigation District (CID) facilities (open canals and buried pipelines) with approximately 7,800 linear feet (If) of buried 48" diameter pipelines, associated turnouts, pump stations, and metering facilities. No additional roads would be constructed as a result of the Project, nor would any additional public services be required. The Project is not expected to result in direct or indirect population growth. Therefore, implementation of the Project would not result in significant cumulative impacts and all potential impacts would be reduced to less than significant through the implementation of mitigation measures and basic regulatory requirements incorporated into future Project design. c) Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly?
Less than Significant Impact. The Project would include the conversion of the seven existing stormwater retention basins into groundwater recharge basins and connecting these basins and an additional basin - eight basins total - to Consolidated Irrigation District (CID) facilities (open canals and buried pipelines) with approximately 7,800 linear feet (If) of buried 48" diameter pipelines, associated turnouts, pump stations, and metering facilities. The Project in and of itself would not create a significant hazard to the public or the environment. Construction-related air quality/dust exposure impacts could occur temporarily as a result of project construction. However, implementation of basic regulatory requirements identified in this IS/MND would ensure that impacts are less than significant. Therefore, the Project would not have any direct or indirect adverse impacts on humans. This impact would be less than significant.

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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project CHAPTER 5 MITIGATION,

MONITORING, AND REPORTING

PROGRAM
This Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) has been formulated based upon the findings of the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the Project in the City of Parlier. The MMRP lists mitigation measures recommended in the IS/MND for the Project and identifies monitoring and reporting requirements.

Table 5-1: Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program presents the mitigation measures identified for the Project. Each mitigation measure is numbered with a symbol indicating the topical section to which it pertains, a hyphen, and the impact number. For example, AIR-2 would be the second mitigation measure identified in the Air Quality analysis of the IS/MND.

The first column of Table 5-1: Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program identifies the mitigation measure. The second column, entitled "When Monitoring is to Occur," identifies the time the mitigation measure should be initiated. The third column, "Frequency of Monitoring," identifies the frequency of the monitoring of the mitigation measure. The fourth column, "Agency Responsible for Monitoring," names the party ultimately responsible for ensuring that the mitigation measure is implemented. The last columns will be used by the Lead and Responsible Agencies to ensure that individual mitigation measures have been complied with and monitored
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Table 5-1: Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Program
Agency Method to
When Monitoring is Frequency of Verification of
Item Mitigation Measure Responsible for Verify
to Occur Monitoring Compliance
Monitoring Compliance
Biological Resources
BIO-1 (Avoidance): The Project's construction activities Between September Daily during City of Parlier would occur, if feasible, between September 16 and 16 and January 31 construction January 31 (outside of nesting bird season) in an (outside of nesting effort to avoid impacts to nesting birds.

BIO-2 (Pre-construction Surveys): If activities must occur Before construction One time survey City of Parlier within nesting bird season (February 1 to September and ground disturbing 15), a qualified biologist would conduct pre-
construction surveys for Swainson's hawk nests
onsite and within a 0.5-mile radius. This survey
would be conducted in accordance with the
Recommended Timing and Methodology for
Swainson's Hawk Nesting Surveys in California's
Central Valley or current guidance. The pre-
construction survey would also
presence/absence survey for all other nesting birds
within the APE and an additional 50 feet, no more
than 7 days prior to the start of construction. All
raptor nests would be considered "active" upon the
nest-building stage.

BIO-3 (Establish Buffers): On discovery of any active nests On discovery of any One time survey City of Parlier near work areas, the biologist would determine active nests near work prior to appropriate construction setback distances based areas, prior to construction on applicable CDFW and/or USFWS guidelines construction and and/or the biology of the species in question. ground disturbing Construction buffers would be identified with
flagging, fencing, or other easily visible means, and
would be maintained until the biologist has
determined that the nestlings have fledged, dens
are inactive, and/or based on a direction from a
qualified biologist on next steps.

BIO-4 (Pre-construction Survey): A qualified biologist shall Before construction One time survey City of Parlier conduct a pre-construction survey to determine if activities begin prior to the existing coyote dens are still active in the construction Industrial Basin 30 days prior to ground disturbing
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Item Mitigation Measure Responsible for Verify
to Occur Monitoring Compliance
Monitoring Compliance
this species from the site will be necessary. If dens
are found inactive, immediate destruction of the
dens should occur under the direction of a qualified
BIO-5 (Exclusion): A qualified biologist will install one-way During construction During City of Parlier doors to ensure the coyotes are unable to reenter and ground disturbing construction dens. Exclusion fencing will be installed around the
Industrial Basin as to not allow the species to reenter the APE. Den eviction will occur outside of pupping
season March - September, and in accordance with
CDFW's recommendations. If the survey cannot
occur before pupping season March - September,
then full avoidance will be required.

BIO-6 (Avoidance): If work must occur within pupping if work must occur City of Parlier season March - September a disturbance-free within pupping season buffer be placed around the area with appropriate March - September. entrance and exit areas as not to disturb the adults
or the pups until it has been determined that the
pups have been weaned and full eviction occurs with
use of one-way doors.

BIO-7 (Focused Survey): A qualified botanist/biologist will During the bloom City of Parlier conduct a pre-construction survey for Sanford's
Arrowhead during the bloom season (May-October)
in accordance with CDFW's Protocols for Surveying
and Evaluating Impacts to Special Status Native Plant
Populations and Sensitive Natural Communities, in
all basins 30 days prior to vegetation clearing or
ground disturbing activities. If construction cannot
occur during the species' bloom period (May-
October), then a focused survey will be required.

BIO-8 (Avoidance): If Sanford's Arrowhead are identified During construction City of Parlier during the survey, a disturbance-free buffer will be and ground disturbing placed around the area as not to disturb the plants
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Agency Method to
Item When Monitoring is Frequency of Verification of
Mitigation Measure Responsible for Verify
to Occur Monitoring Compliance
Monitoring Compliance
BIO-9 (Formal Consultation): If rare plant individuals or Prior to construction Duration of City of Parlier populations or sensitive natural communities are and ground disturbing construction and detected within Project work areas during the activities. ground disturbing focused survey, the Project proponent shall initiate activities consultation with CDFW. If CDFW determines that
"take" cannot be avoided, the Project proponent
nay be required to obtain an Incidental Take Permit
(ITP).

BIO-1
Cultural Resources
CUL-1 (Archaeological Remains): In the event that During construction or Seven months City of Parlier archaeological remains are encountered at any time ground disturbing during development or ground-moving activities
within the entire project area, all work in the vicinity of the find shall halt until a qualified archaeologist
can assess the discovery. The City shall implement
all recommendations of the archaeologist necessary
to avoid or reduce to a less than significant level
potential impacts to cultural resource. Appropriate
actions could include a Data Recovery Plan or
CUL-2 (Human Remains): If human remains are uncovered, During excavation Seven months City of Parlier or in any other case when human remains are
discovered during construction, the Fresno County
Coroner will be notified to arrange proper treatment
and disposition. If the remains are identified-on
the basis of archaeological context, age, cultural
associations, or biological traits-as those of a
Native American, California Health and Safety Code
7050.5 and Public Resource Code 5097.98 require
that the coroner notify the NAHC within 24 hours of
discovery. The NAHC will then identify the Most
Likely Descendent who will determine the manner in
which the remains are treated.

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Appendices
City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Appendix A: CalEEMod Output Files
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Appendix B: Biological Evaluation
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City of Parlier Flood Control and Groundwater Banking Project Appendix C: Cultural Resources Class III Inventory/Phase I Survey March 2022 C-1
OF PAR #3
AGENDA ITEM:

MEETING DATE: 05/19/2022
DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:

SB 1 Project List Designation for Fiscal Year 2022-23.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council approve the SB 1 Project Designation List and adopt Resolution 2022-, "Adopting A List of Projects For Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Funded By SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017".

BACKGROUND:

On April 28, 2017, the Governor signed Senate Bill (SB) 1 (Beall, Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017), which is known as the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017. To address basic road maintenance, rehabilitation, and critical safety needs on both the state highway and local streets and road system, SB 1:
• increases per-gallon fuel excise taxes;
• increases diesel fuel sales taxes and vehicle registration fees; and • provides for inflationary adjustments to tax rates in future years.

Beginning November 1, 2017, the State Controller will deposit various portions of this new funding into the newly created Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA). A percentage of this new RMRA funding will be apportioned by formula to eligible cities and counties pursuant to Streets and Highways Code (SHC) Section 2032(h) for basic road maintenance, rehabilitation, and critical safety projects on the local streets and roads system.

In order to be eligible for this funding, recipient cities and counties must:
• develop and submit a list of projects to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) • each fiscal year;
• develop and submit a project expenditure report to the CTC each fiscal year; and • comply with all requirements including reporting requirements for RMRA funding.

The deadline for recipient cities and counties to submit their project lists for the 22/23 fiscal year is June 2022. All proposed projects must be adopted by local agency resolution.

The Parlier Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget is currently in development, but the timing of submission of project lists to the CTC dictates that the RMRA funded projects be identified ahead of final budget adoption. The City of Parlier is projected to receive $360,794 in RMRA funding. The following project is proposed by Staff to be included in the RMRA project list:

City of Parlier 2023 Road Rehab Project = $360,000.00
• Milton Ave, Smyrna Ave, Parlier Ave (from Academy to Mendocino), Wrico Ave, & Kelly Ave FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact from the submission of a project list, except that failure to submit a project st could result in forfeiture of funding from the RMA. This project will use $305,252 from th 021-22 SB 1 funds and will also estimate to use approximately $35.000 from local TDA fund to complete the project.

Prepared By:

Javier Andrade, City Engineer
A&M Consulting Engineers
RESOLUTION NO._ -
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 FUNDED BY SB 1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017) was passed by the Legislature and Signed into law by the Governor in April 2017 to address the significant multi-modal transportation funding shortfalls statewide; and WHEREAS, SB 1 includes accountability and transparency provisions that will ensure the residents of our City of Parlier are aware of the projects proposed for funding in our community and which projects have been completed each fiscal year; and WHEREAS, the City of Parlier must adopt by resolution a list of projects proposed to receive fiscal year funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA), created by SB 1, which must include a description and the location of each proposed project, a proposed schedule for the project's completion, and the estimated useful life of the improvement; and WHEREAS, the City of Parlier, will receive an estimated $360,794 in RMRA funding in Fiscal Year 2022-23 from SB 1; and
WHEREAS, this is the 2023 year in which the City of Parlier is receiving SB 1 funding and will enable the City of Parlier to continue essential road maintenance and rehabilitation projects, safety improvements, repairing and replacing aging bridges, and increasing access and mobility options for the traveling public that would not have otherwise been possible without SB 1; and WHEREAS, the City of Parlier has undergone a robust public process to ensure public input into our community's transportation priorities/the project list; and WHEREAS, the City of Parlier used a Pavement Management System to develop the SB 1 project list to ensure revenues are being used on the most high-priority and cost-effective projects that also meet the communities priorities for transportation investment; and WHEREAS, the funding from SB 1 will help the City of Parlier maintain and rehabilitate 4 Roads throughout the City of Parlier this year and 32 of similar projects into the future; and WHEREAS, the 2018 California Statewide Local Streets and Roads Needs Assessment found that the City of Parlier streets and roads are in an "at-risk" condition and this revenue will help us increase the overall quality of our road system and over the next decade will bring our streets and roads into a "good" condition; and
WHEREAS, the SB 1 project list and overall investment in our local streets and roads infrastructure with a focus on basic maintenance and safety, investing in complete streets infrastructure, and using cutting-edge technology, materials and practices, will have significant positive co-benefits statewide.

NOW, THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, ORDERED AND FOUND by the City Council of the City of Parlier, State of California, as follows:

1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct.

2. The following list of newly proposed projects will be funded in-part or solely with Fiscal Year 2022-23 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account revenues:

City of Parlier 2023 Road Rehab Project
Project Description: Type III & Type Il Micro surfacing of existing roads.

Project Location:

Milton Ave from Mulberry to Parlier ave
Smyrna Ave from Young to Parlier Ave.

Parlier Ave from Academy to Mendocino Ave.

Wrico Ave from Young to Parlier Ave.

Kelly Ave from Eric to Maya
Estimated Project Schedule: Start (06/23)- Completion (07/23) based on the component being funded with RMRA funds
Estimated Project Useful Life: 25 years
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Parlier, State of California this day of _ 2022, by the following vote:

OF PARL #4
AGENDA ITEM:

MEETING DATE: 05/19/2022
DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:

Initiating Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 1 for Tax Year 2022-2023.

RECOMMENDATION:

City Council adopt resolution Initiating Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 1 and authorize the City Engineer to file his annual report.

BACKGROUND:

The Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 1 revenue pays for maintaining public landscaping and street lighting within areas throughout the city. All new developments are annexed into the district and charged an annual assessment that is collected with property taxes.

DISCUSSION:

This is the first of three actions by Council required by State law for the levy of the annual assessments. The City Engineer will prepare a report that will be submitted to the Council for review and approval. The next action required by Council will be the approval of the Resolution of Intention to Levy and Collect the Annual Assessments, which will set the date for the public hearing required prior to the confirmation of assessments. The final step in the process is for Council to conduct the required public hearing, receive any testimony, and confirm the annual assessments. The assessment roll is then submitted to the County Assessor for inclusion on the property owner's tax bill. There were no annexations this past year.

Prepared By:

Javier Andrade, City Engineer
A&M Consulting Engineers
Attachments: Resolution 2022-, LLMD No. 1
G: \Shared drives\A&M - Projects\2019\219-022 (CITY OF PARLIER GENERAL) Resolutions & Staff Reports\Council 5-19- 22\2022-LLMD-Staff Report-Initiate Proceedings-22-23.docx RESOLUTION NO. 2022-_

CITY OF PARLIER

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARLIER, CALIFORNIA,

INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 1
RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Parlier, County of Fresno, California, that:

WHEREAS, proceedings for the annual assessment for LMD No. 1 for the fiscal year 2022-2023 need to be initiated.

NOW, THEREFORE IT IS HERBY FOUND, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED as follows:

The Council proposes to undertake proceedings for the levy of the annual assessments under Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code of th State of California (Section 22500 et seq.) generally known as the Landscaping anc Lighting Act of 1972 (Herein the "Act").

The City Engineer shall prepare and file a report in accordance with Article 4 (commencing with Section 22565) of the Act.

I hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of a Resolution duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of Parlier at a meeting thereof held on the 19th day of May, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ASSENT:

Alma M. Beltran, Mayor
ATTEST:

Dorothy Garza, City Clerk
G:IShared drives/A&M - Projects:2019\219-022 (CITY OF PARLIER GENERAL) Resolutions & Staff ReportsiCouncil 5-19- 2212022-LLMD-Resolution- Initiate Proceedings-22-23.doex AGENDA ITEM: #5

OF PARL
MEETING DATE: 5/19/2022
DEPARTMENT: Administration/Engineering

REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Approval of the Resolution to accept Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program Funds for the Parlier Active Transportation Study - Tactical Urbanism.

RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the resolution accepting grant funds from the Sustainable Transportation Planning (STP) Grant Program awarded to the City of Parlier for by the California Department of Transportation for the Parlier Active Transportation Study and authorize the City Manager to execute all Restricted Grant Agreements and any amendments.

BACKGROUND: The City of Parlier Engineer in coordination with the City Manager has applied for the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program FY22/23 for Caltrans to fund an Active Transportation Study that includes a series of pilot studies within the community of Parlier. These pilot studies will include implementing temporary traffic calming measures, safety improvements, creating temporary environments and adding bicycle lanes to encourage more residents to use alternative modes of transportation.

Parlier residents will be invited to participate in the pilot studies and provide their feedback to determine if the improvements were successful in increasing community safety. The City of Parlier proposes to develop an improvement plan based on the pilot studies and community feedback.

FISCAL IMPACT: The project cost of $399,000 shall be funded with $353,235 in STP Grant Program funds and $45,765 from Local Measure C funds.

Prepared by: A&M Consulting Engineers Approved by: Javier Andrade Approved by: Sonia Hall, City Manager
Attachments:
• Resolution
Resolution No. 2022-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARLIER AUTHORIZING

APPROVAL OF THE SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE CITY OF PARLIER ACTIVE

TRANSPORTATION STUDY - TACTICAL URBANISM
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Parlier is eligible to receive Federal and/or State funding for its Active Transportation Study, through the California Department of Transportation; and
WHEREAS, the California Department of Transportation has awarded a grant to the City of Parlier in the amount of $353,235 for Sustainable Transportation Planning; and WHEREAS, a Restricted Grant Agreement is needed to be executed with the California Department of Transportation before such funds can be reimbursed through the Transportation Planning Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, the City has agreed to use $45,765 in Measure C funds to cover the funding match requirement; and
WHEREAS, the City of Parlier wishes to delegate the authorization to execute these agreements and amendments thereto;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Parlier authorizes the City Manager, or designee, to execute all Restricted Grant Agreements and any amendments thereto with the California Department of Transportation.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 2022. 1, the
undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Parlier following a roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Mayor Alma Beltran
ATTEST:

Bertha Augustine, Deputy City Clerk
OF PARL AGENDA ITEM: #4
MEETING DATE: 05/19/2022
DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
5252 (029) Zediker Avenue Reconstruction
Valley Excavation, Inc.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council approve the Final Acceptance of Work for Zediker Avenue Reconstruction and adopt Resolution 2022-_ → "Authorizing Final Acceptance and Notice of Completion" and authorize the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Valley Excavation, Inc. has completed the offsite work required for Zediker Avenue Reconstruction. The work has been inspected by our Public Works Inspector and found to be in compliance with the plans and specifications. The Notice of Completion will be recorded upon completion of this recording.

BACKGROUND:

The project included the construction of Zediker Avenue from Merced St. to Manning Ave. The project included removing and replacing the existing asphalt concrete, constructing new concrete sidewalks, curb and gutters, and ADA ramps. Installation of striping.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the City.

Prepared By:

Javier Andrade, City Engineer
A&M Consulting Engineers
Recommendation:

Move to accept the Notice of Completion for the construction contract for the Zediker Avenue Reconstruction Manning Avenue with Valley Excavation, Inc., authorize the City Engineer to sign the Notice of Completion and the City Clerk to file the notice with the County Recorder's Office.

Discussion:

During the regular City Council Meeting on March 18th, 2021, the Council awarded the construction contract to Valley Excavation., Inc. in the amount of $243,372.10 to provide construction services for the Zediker Avenue Reconstruction Manning Avenue to Merced St.

A final punch list job walk was conducted on September 23, 2021 and no items were noted as needing correction or reconstruction.

A Notice of Completion will need to be recorded with the County Clerk Recorder's office now that the contractor has fulfilled his contractual obligation for construction of the project.

Summary of Change Orders:

Change Bid Brief Proposed Approved
Order Item Description Item Cost Item Cost Comments
No. No.
1 Traffic Loop Replace traffic loop
N/A $5,426.30 $5,426.30
Detectors detectors.

Drive Approach Update existing drive
2 N/A $8,735.84 $5,426.30
approach.
3 5,6,7,8, Balance of $20,707.62 $20,707.62
9, 11 Quantities
Change Order Total: $34,869.76
Original Bid Amount: $243,372.10
Final Bid Amount: $243,372.10
Approved Change Orders: $34,869.76
Change Order %: 14.32%
Final Contract Total: $278,241.86
The Engineer's opinion of probable construction costs for this project prior to bid opening was $484,000.00
Attachment:

Notice of Completion
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-_

CITY OF PARLIER

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARLIER, CALIFORNIA,

ACCEPTING IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING FILING OF THE NOTICE OF

COMPLETION FOR THE ZEDIKER AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION MANNING AVENUE TO MERCED STREET 5252(029) PROJECT
WHEREAS, Valley Excavation, Inc., has completed the work for the Zediker Avenue Reconstruction Manning Avenue to Merced Street 5252 (029); and WHEREAS, the City Public Works Inspector has inspected the improvements required by the City and all improvements required by the City have been completed; and WHEREAS, the City Engineer recommends acceptance of the Zediker Avenue Reconstruction Manning Avenue to Merced Street 5252 (029) Project and requests Council to authorize the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion for the Project.

NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HERBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Parlier as follows:

1. Accept the Zediker Avenue Reconstruction Manning Avenue to Merced Street 5252 (029) Project and requests Council to authorize the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Alma M. Beltran, Mayor
ATTEST:

Dorothy Garza, City Clerk

RECORDING REQUESTED
AND RETURN TO:

City of Parlier
1100 E. Parlier
Parlier, CA 93648
FREE RECORDING: Govt. Code 6103

NOTICE OF COMPLETION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

1. That the City of Parlier, California, a Municipal Corporation, whose address is 1100 E. Parlier, Parlier, CA 93648, is the owner of the real property, public works or structure hereinafter described.

2. That on the 23rd day of September 2021, a work of improvement on real property hereinafter described was completed pursuant to a contract to which Division 2, Part 3, Chapter 1, Article 4, of the Public Contract Code applies.

3. That the name of the contractor who performed said work of improvement pursuant to such contract with the City of Parher is Valley Excavation, whose address is 2985 N. Burl Ave. Ste. 103, Fresno, CA 93727, and that Travelers Casualty And Surety Company Of America is the surety on said contract.

4. That the real property or public work or structure is described as follows:

Grind and replace existing asphalt roadway on Zediker Avenue form Merced St. to Manning Avenue. Construct new concrete ramps and cross gutters, and roadway striping.

5. That the Nature of the owner's interest or estate is: In Fee

6. That Resolution No. authorizing acceptance of construction of said project, is attached.

Date:

City of Parlier a Municipal Corporation

STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
)ss

COUNTY OF FRESNO)
The undersigned being duly sworn says: That he is the City Engineer of the City of Parlier, a Municipal Corporation, and gives notice for and on behalf of said Municipal Corporation, that he has read the foregoing notice and knows the contents thereof, and the same is true of his own knowledge.

By:

Javier Andrade, City Engineer

STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
)ss

COUNTY OF FRESNO)
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed) to before me on this _ day of April 2022, by Sonia Hall, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) who appeared before me.

I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. Witness my hand and official seal.

Notary Public in and for the County of Fresno, State of California Commission Expiration Date
OF AGENDA ITEM: #1

PARLIE,
MEETING DATE: 05/19/2022
DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:

Adoption of the Resolution No. 2022-_ accept the completion the Parlier Safe Routes To School Project NO. CML-5252 (030) by Seal Rite Paving & Grading.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council approve the Final Acceptance of Work for Parlier Safe Routes To School and adopt Resolution 2022-_, "Authorizing Final Acceptance and Notice of Completion" and authorize the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

Seal Rite Paving & Grading has completed the offsite work required for Parlier Safe Routes To School. The work has been inspected by our Public Works Inspector and found to be in compliance with the plans and specifications. The Notice of Completion will be recorded upon completion of this recording.

BACKGROUND:

The project included the construction of updated signage and pavement markings, and install ADA- Compliant curb ramps and visually enhanced crosswalk.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the City.

Prepared By: Approved By:

Javier Andrade, City Engineer
A&M Consulting Engineers
Attachments:
• Project Summary
• Notice of Completior
• Notice of Acceptance
• Resolution
TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: o APPROVED ODENIED • NO ACTION Consent _ Public Hearing
Info Item _ Matter Initiated by a Council Member
Action Item _ Other
Department Report _ Continued to:

Redevelopment Agency
Recommendation:

Move to accept the Notice of Completion for the construction contract for the Parlier Safe Routes to School Project with Seal Rite Paving & Grading, authorize the City Engineer to sign the Notice of Completion and the City Clerk to file the notice with the County Recorder's Office.

Discussion:

During the regular City Council Meeting on August 19, 2021, the Council awarded the construction contract to Seal Rite Paving & Grading, Inc. in the amount of $175,073.00 to provide construction services for the Parlier Safe Routes to School Project.

A final punch list job walk was conducted on February 28, 2022 and no items were noted as needing correction or reconstruction.

A Notice of Completion will need to be recorded with the County Clerk Recorder's office now that the contractor has fulfilled his contractual obligation for construction of the project.

Summary of Change Orders:

Change Bid Brief Proposed
Order Item Approved Comments
No. Description Item Cost Item Cost
No.

RELOCATE
1 N/A RAMP, $0.00 $0.00 Relocate new ramp
STRIPING, and crosswalk.

SIGANGE
Change Order Total: $0.00
Original Bid Amount: $175, 072.50
Final Bid Amount: $175, 072.50
Approved Change Orders: $0.00
Change Order %: 0.0%
Final Contract Total: $175,052.50
The Engineer's opinion of probable construction costs for this project prior to bid opening was $242,000.00
Attachment:

Notice of Completion
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-—

CITY OF PARLIER

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARLIER, CALIFORNIA,

ACCEPTING IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING FILING OF THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE PARLIER SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT NO. CML-5252 (030)
WHEREAS, Seal Rite Paving & Grading has completed the work for the Parlier Safe Routes to School Project; and
WHEREAS, the City Public Works Inspector has inspected the improvements required by the City and all improvements required by the City have been completed; and WHEREAS, the City Engineer recommends acceptance of the Parlier Safe Routes to School Project and requests Council to authorize the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion for the Project.

NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HERBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Parlier as follows:

1. Accept the Parlier Safe Routes to School Project and requests Council to authorize the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Alma M. Beltran, Mayor
ATTEST:

Dorothy Garza, City Clerk

RECORDING REQUESTED
AND RETURN TO:

City of Parlier
1100 E. Parlier Ave.

Parlier, CA 93648
FREE RECORDING: Govt. Code 6103

NOTICE OF COMPLETION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

1. That the City of Parlier, California, a Municipal Corporation, whose address is 1000 E. Parlier Ave.

Parlier, CA 93648, is the owner of the real property, public works or structure hereinafter described.

2. That on the 28' day of February 2022, a work of improvement on real property hereinafter described was completed pursuant to a contract to which Division 2, Part 3, Chapter 1, Article 4, of the Public Contract Code applies.

3. That the name of the contractor who performed said work of improvement pursuant to such contract with the City of Parlier is Seal Rite Paving & Grading, whose address is 4237 N. Swift Ave, Fresno, CA 93722, and that Great America Insurance Company is the surety on said contract.

4. That the real property or public work or structure is described as follows:

Update signage and pavement markings and install ADA-compliant curb ramps and visually enhanced crosswalks.

5. That the Nature of the owner's interest or estate is: In Fee

6. That Resolution No. _ _ authorizing acceptance of construction of said project, is attached.

Date:..

City of Parlier, A Municipal Corporation

STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
)ss

COUNTY OF FRESNO
The undersigned being duly sworn says: That he is the City Engineer of the City of Parlier, a Municipal Corporation, and gives notice for and on behalf of said Municipal Corporation, that he has read the foregoing notice and knows the contents thereof, and the same is true of his own knowledge.

By: _ , City Engineer

STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
)SS

COUNTY OF FRESNO
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed) to before me on this day of April 2022, by Sonia Hall, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) who appeared before me.

I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. Witness my hand and official seal.

Notary Public in and for the County of Fresno, State of California Commission Expiration Date

Parlier City CouncilMay 19, 2022

Parlier City Council
May 19, 2022